How New Technology Can Help Construction Finance Pros
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
CFOs should partner with their IT teams to modernize their back-office systems, and prepare to handle a flood of data from the field.
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Errors in Plane Table Surveying
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Plane table surveying is a type of surveying in which plotting and field observations are done at the same time. In this article, errors occurred in.
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Compaction Effects On Soil Structure
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
With compaction, the air is ejected from the existing voids in the soil. Compaction plays an important role in construction field since it make the engineering characteristics of soil better In the construction field to a great extent. In this exclusive civil engineering article, you will learn the impact of compaction on various characteristics of the soil.
Why Trade Shows Are Valuable To Your Construction Business (Featuring Seattle Home Show Spring 2019)
Contractor Bookkeeping
MARCH 1, 2019
Organizations and industries, no matter the career discipline, is fully invested in coordinating and taking part in conferences, summits, expos, and exhibits. Industry trade fairs are remarkably relevant to construction company owners because it leverages traditional marketing practices without being intrusive (because your target market comes to you), fosters real, solid relationships, and promotes camaraderie among your associations.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.
Bringing Industry Expertise to Your Doorstep: A Peek at Viewpoint’s 2019 Digital Contractor Roadshow Speakers
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
We’re gearing up to launch our 2019 Digital Contractor Roadshow series and we are thrilled! Last year , we visited more than 20 cities and enjoyed networking and learning about construction industry trends and challenges with over 600 contractors across the United States. This year, we have even more cities on our list as well as new industry thought leaders to inform, challenge and prepare you for success in today’s challenging construction industry.
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Effects of Compaction on Soil Properties
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Compaction is the process of expulsion of air from the voids present in the soil. In the construction field, it is an important process as it.
Assessing Feasibility
FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
This blog complements past blogs and my most recent blog about the OSHRC overturning OSHA citations regarding LOTO on Matsu presses. General Industry is now in a position to solve many of their decades-old problems with the control of hazardous energy. The answers can be determined but only after documented due diligence using Task Based Risk Assessment (past blogs) and assessing feasibility of hazard controls.
Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry. Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO at the Sage Policy Group, Inc., joins the podcast and discusses the economic trends and leading indicators that contractors need to watch in order to be successful. Basu, who serves as the chief economist for the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) notes t
The Dotted Line: How to effectively manage an underperforming sub
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
One bad subcontractor can impact an entire project, so it's important to build protections into the contract and for both the general contractor and sub to know their responsibilities and options.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.
Groynes and their Classification
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
A groyne is a rigid hydraulic structure built from shore (in case of seas) or built from the bank (in case of rivers) to dissipate the wave energy or.
Job Order Contracting Resources
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 1, 2019
A wide range of Job Order Contracting Resources are now available to enable any public sector facilities owners to consistently procure and deliver quality renovation, repair, and construction services on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. LEAN Job Order Contracting Resources. LEARN MORE… The post Job Order Contracting Resources appeared first on 4BT.
Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
?Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO at the Sage Policy Group, Inc., joins the podcast.
To get the most out of drones, start with 'low-hanging fruit'
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Thanks to a maturing drone market, contractors of all sizes can capture value through progress tracking, safety inspections and more while holding subs accountable, says William Pryor of Skycatch.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?
Flow Net – Properties and Applications
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
A Flow net is a graphical representation of flow of water through a soil mass. It is a curvilinear net formed by the combination of flow lines and.
History of Job Order Contracting
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The History of Job Order Contracting. While early attempts to improve public procurement processes are noted to have begun in 1982 at the NATO Operations in Europe, it wasn’t until the U.S. Air Force refined the process (and called is SABER) that Job Order Contracting began to resemble the LEAN construction services procurement and delivery method it has become today.
Work Boot Trends to Watch in 2019
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2019
Wolverine's Work Boot Trends to Watch in 2019.
Musk almost ready to unveil new tunneling machine
Construction Dive
MARCH 1, 2019
The Boring Co. founder said the Line-Storm, reportedly able to dig continuously as opposed to the 10 minutes per hour current machines operate, could be ready in as little as a month.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.
Welded Wire Fabric Concrete
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Welded wire fabric is the series of parallel longitudinal wires welded to cross wires by electric fusion method having accurate spacing. the welding.
Shorten Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Services Procurement Time by Two (2) to Six (6) Months or More!
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Shorten Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Services Procurement Time by Two (2) to Six (6) Months or More! Learn more… The post Shorten Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Services Procurement Time by Two (2) to Six (6) Months or More! appeared first on 4BT.
Pull planning in construction – 101 guide
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Picture rows of dominoes set up in strategic lines. Each domino standing by itself but part of a bigger picture at the same time. The domino at the end of the creation can’t fall until each one before it falls. This is exactly what happens with pull planning, which is one of the overall best.
South Texas county backs $1.8B steel mill project with new reinvestment zone
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
State and local governments are willing to compete for projects like the Steel Dynamics mill in San Patricio County in part because they stimulate the economy during construction.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!
10 Tips to Help You Bid Smartly and Win Construction Projects
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. It requires a shrewd mind and years of.
Silos and Productivity Don’t Mix in the Construction Sector
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Silos aren’t for Facilities Management or Efficient Construction Services Procurement or Project Delivery. There is a path to on-demand, quality, on-time, and on-budget facilities repair, renovation, and construction procurement and project delivery… LEAN. While the AECOO Community (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Operations, and Owner) has traditionally been mired in low productivity and waste, the solution, LEAN Construction Procurement and Delivery, has been available for
State of the Construction Industry: February 2019 Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Continued Safety Incidents Highlight Need for Better Oversight.
Kiewit pegged for $5B Louisiana LNG export terminal
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Under the turnkey EPC contract, Kiewit will design, engineer, construct, commission, test and guarantee the Venture Global LNG Inc. facility.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!
10 Tips to Help You Bid Smartly and Win Construction Projects
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. It requires a shrewd mind and years of.
Why Continue to Use Traditional Construction Services Procurement & Project Delivery
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Quality, On-Demand, On-Time, On-Budget Renovation, Repair, and Construction Services – First Time, Every Time! 1. Collaboration 2. Embedded, Locally Research Line Item Cost Data 3. Document and Version Control 4. Issue & Task Management 5. Link to BIM data… and more! Tools for Better Outcomes www.4bt.us. The post Why Continue to Use Traditional Construction Services Procurement & Project Delivery appeared first on 4BT.
Accelerate AEC 2019 speaker lineup announced
BD+C
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Can machines design buildings? What can we learn from AEC "superusers"? How are leading contractors winning with offsite construction? The answers to these questions—and so many more—will be explored at Building Design+Construction 's third-annual Accelerate AEC Innovation Conference , May 13-14 at Dream Downtown in New York City.
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