Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

It is safe to say there will always be conflict among the members of an organization when it comes to trying something new. This conflict often comes to light when new technology is introduced, such as remote-controlled equipment. It is easy to imagine the difference in opinion of early adopters, who love anything digital, and the group holding out for months until they are finally forced to try it, because the latter faction is often afraid the technology might replace them.

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Equipment Organization 285

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

There are different types of construction contracts and their comparison is presented in this article. A construction contract is an agreement.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Nearly one quarter of U.S. residents now live in states that allow the recreational use of cannabis. While we all have been focused on the Presidential election results, cannabis law reform won in eight out of the nine states where it was on the ballot, from California to Massachusetts, on November 8, making clear the that the public is ready to put the harsh prohibitionist pot policies of the past behind us.

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Organization Certification Claims Sustainability 150

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Architectural three dimension depictions involve the procedure of automatically transforming the multi-faceted paradigms into a two-dimensional form on a computer or a rendering device. The conclusive processes of creating the two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional model. Full perspective rendering is akin to the production of photography or videos.

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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.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

. General industry employers are under a short timeline to revise their fall protection practices now that OSHA has issued its long-awaited updated final rule on the subject. The new rule does not impact construction industry standards, but according to OSHA is intended to align general industry requirements “as much as possible” with those construction standards.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

Deere reports this morning that its worldwide net sales and revenues decreased 3 percent, to $6.520 billion, for the fourth quarter and were down 8 percent, to $26.644 billion, for the full year. Net sales of the equipment operations were $5.650 billion for the quarter and $23.387 billion for the year, compared with respective totals of $5.932 billion and $25.775 billion in 2015.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 19, 2016

The Construction Marketing Association (CMA) announces it’s 2017 Sponsor Program with expanded options and sponsor benefits that allow brands that target the construction industry to reach hundreds of thousands of decision makers each year. The CMA 2017 Sponsor program offers three alternative sponsorship packages with multiple options, along with the opportunity to customize a sponsorship.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

OSHA is launching what it calls a “surge” of planned inspections of manufacturers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas focused on amputation hazards. In a press release, OSHA said that amputations most frequently occur during the operation of machinery without adequate safety guards. OSHA said there were more than 2,600 workplace-related amputations in 2015, with more than half suffered by workers in manufacturing.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Every individual involved in the process of planning, designing, financing, constructing and operating physical facilities related to the project.

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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.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Earthquakes are becoming increasingly common in some parts of the U.S. where they previously were a rarity. Consequently, people who have never been exposed to them or ever had to think about earthquake safety are now facing a new reality. . There is a mistaken belief among some people that steel buildings do not do well in earthquakes. The truth is quite the opposite.

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Concrete Safety 81

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Refurnishing concerns operate in a ruthlessly competitive marketing environment. To succeed in restoration marketing , the company must manifest a complete perception of sense and quality. As an outcome of the intense competition, an effective online marketing promotion is crucial. Once the marketing strategies are established, traffic generated by referrals will start arriving vigorously.

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DebunkTheBIM

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Digital Platform based Shop-drawing assessment Construction Information Management has been an interest of mine for a good 30 years. Over this time I become a fairly competent BIM implementer and had been involved with some pretty large projects all over the world. While I missed the glory of the almighty BIM projects supported by the BIM-cream of the industry and stayed out of the limelight of the mega-ambitious and fake attempts to speedily BIMitize the global industry , I’ve had the pleasure

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Drawings BIM Modeling Management 71

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

Generally, the term retaining wall failure do not referred to the total failure or collapse but rather describes signs and indications by which.

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Structural Engineering Engineering Design 186

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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?

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

This month, the national average hourly construction wage was expected to top $30 for the first time in the country’s history. And in its Q3 2016 Construction Outlook , JLL forecasts another 3% increase by next March.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

In a time of economic development uncertainty, Mississippi always has a way of positioning itself as a top state for business. Read Mississippi: Long Time Hospitality State on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Help Everybody Everyday

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Interview with New York Times Best-Selling Author, Dr. Robert Cialdini Ph.D. If you could ask the foremost expert on influencing human behavior a question, what would it be? And what would that answer be worth to you? How could that answer change your life? This is the opportunity (and challenge) I was recently graced with when Dr. Robert Cialdini agreed to sit down with me and teach me new ways to ethically influence the decisions of others.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Cellular Lightweight Concrete (CLC) also known as Foamed concrete is one of the most significant type of concrete used for construction purposes due.

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Concrete Materials Construction 182

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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.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Last August, District Distilling, Washington D.C.’s first combination distillery-kitchen-bar, opened with much fanfare inside a 19 th Century row house along historic 14 th Street. A 2014 law change now permits local distilleries to pour spirits they make onsite. Since that opening, the location’s designer, GrizForm Design Architects, has been tweaking the lighting for the ground floor distillery that unexpectedly has become a tourist attraction and also accommodates parties.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Workers on a jobsite at 81-10 134th Steet in Briarwood, New York, were hoisting a 30-foot eyebeam while working at a six-story tall structure this morning when the beam became unstable and bumped into a building, causing it to swing out of control. Around 12:10 p.m. the crane cable snapped, the beam fell, smashed into the crane operator's cab. The beam then fell on to a ground worker who was holding the tether line.

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New York Accidents 64

Green Industry Professionals

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Ram Trucks expert lays out what landscape/snow contractors should look for in a work truck required to work all year long.

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Contractors 72

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

Electrokinetic stabilization of soil is a ground improvement technique. Method of electrokinetic stabilization, their applications, advantages and.

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Engineering 176

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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!

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Revit OpEd

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Whenever we need to use Synchronize with Central (SwC) I advocate for using the button for Synchronize and Modify Settings every time. Doing so allows Revit to present us with the Synchronize with Central dialog. I encourage everyone to take a moment and type a brief description in the Comment field provided. What motivated you to use SwC just now? That's the gist of what should be recorded there.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Robert Vermeer and Ray Hagie were inducted into the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Hall of Fame last week, which recognizes and celebrates outstanding individuals in the off-road equipment industry, and their legacy of innovation, service and leadership. Hagie founded Hagie Manufacturing LLC, and Vermeer is chair emeritus of Vermeer Corp.

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Roads Equipment Innovation Industrial 64

Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has released the 2015 edition of the South Dakota Plumbing Code (SDPC). read more.

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South Dakota 59

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Soil cement is a mixture of Portland cement, water and soil. Types of soil cement, composition, mix preparation, applications and advantages are.

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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!

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

The cities of San Francisco, San Jose, Fremont and Oakland in collaboration with nonprofit SFMade release results of the first-ever Bay Area State of Urban Manufacturing Report. Read Bay Area Cities Collaborate To Boost Regional Manufacturing on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

. . Only 23 states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between September and October while construction employment increased in 35 states between October 2015 and October 2016, according to analysis of Labor Department data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said declining public-sector investments in infrastructure and other public projects were undermining construction employment growth in many parts of the country.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

The time flies between each of the holidays. It is a time to reflect on the years so far and catch up. The magical time of year begins with Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas then finally New Year’s Eve.

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