Who Runs the World? Women in Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 15, 2019
We’re honoring the movement that is changing the face of construction —and the organizations behind it.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 15, 2019
We’re honoring the movement that is changing the face of construction —and the organizations behind it.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 16, 2019
FIGG Bridge Engineers and its consultant advance a theory that errors made by others caused the fatal collapse.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 17, 2019
In 2015 at the COP21 conference in Paris, Gensler joined governments and private corporations in signing the Paris Pledge for Action, agreeing to significantly reduce carbon emissions in our global portfolio of work. As the world’s largest architecture and design firm, we recognized the potential of our impact and saw this as an opportunity.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 16, 2019
With so much competition in the construction market, clients have their pick from a large selection of general contractors and subcontractors. So why should your clients stay with you instead of seeking a new suitor? The following are five ways to rekindle the love between you and your best clients.
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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.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 18, 2019
In RCC structures, the placement of a single reinforcement bar may not meet the desired length of the concrete section. Hence, it becomes necessary.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Navigating the construction licensing landscape can be a tricky issue for contractors; thankfully there are resources available to guide them.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 14, 2019
It’s easy to forget that the Great Recession was just a decade ago. Today, the national unemployment in the United States sits at just 3.7%—a far cry from the record high 10% in 2009. Although there is no stock-buying mania on Main Street like there was in 1999, and no economic promise that "this time is different"—we cannot forget that millions of Americans learned their lessons the hard way.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 18, 2019
In RCC structures, the placement of a single reinforcement bar may not meet the desired length of the concrete section. Hence, it becomes necessary.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Innovative suite of tools and services drive LEAN construction deployment. The fundamental concepts of LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery can now be implemented by any real property owners to consistently achieve quality, on-time, and on-budget outcomes. All to tools and support services are readily available to drive the following best value processes and/or outcomes: Focus upon outcomes Common Data Environment, including locally researched detailed item unit prices F
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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.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The FBI obtained search warrants last month to look into corruption related to state construction work alleged against state Sen. Martin Sandoval, but no charges have been filed.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Dodge Data & Analytics and Sevan Multi-Site Solutions recently released a study that reiterated the need for stronger communication and collaboration between project owners and contractors.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 16, 2019
The Power-Pole Finisher is a concrete finishing trowel that is used in achieving concrete finishes such as flatwork, decorative concrete and.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Still working with sticky notes and attempting to solve your facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and construction issues? Here are six signs that it’s time to move beyond sticky notes… 1. Renovation, repair, and construction projects are late, over budget, and building users are unhappy. 2. Deferred maintenance is rising versus shrinking. 3.
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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?
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Researchers have developed technology that allows a drone add-on to nail down shingles to a roof without human control in UM's open-air facility.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Whether or not you continue operating through the winter months, winterizing your construction equipment is crucial for protecting your investment in those machines and the future business they represent. Use the following as a checklist for your equipment walk-arounds this winter. .
The Constructor
OCTOBER 16, 2019
The Power-Pole Finisher is a concrete finishing trowel that is used in achieving concrete finishes such as flatwork, decorative concrete and stamping.
Lets Build
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Infrastructure projects are vital for every country around the world. It’s what allows us to commute on a daily basis or to have power in the buildings we are living and working. Schools, motorways, new metro stations are only a few examples of why infrastructure construction projects are so important for a nation. Entering the.
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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.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Ensuring safety, an expert told Construction Dive, boils down to extensive preplanning, recognizing the dangers of traffic and expecting the unexpected.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Tier 4 emissions requirements drive much of modern diesel engine oil requirements. Low-sulfur diesel fuel and after-treatment systems call for engine oils compatible with these elements. Additionally, equipment relies on hydraulic fluids for motion, and manufacturers develop fluids that optimize hydraulic system and hydrostatic drive performance. Find out to how to properly maintain these engines here. .
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 16, 2019
The Cat 306 CR excavator is the first model in the 6-ton class. Operating weight is 15,821 pounds when equipped with a cab. Maximum dig depth is 146 inches, and tail swing is 58 inches. The excavator can lift up to 7,839 pounds at a 9.8-foot radius.
Natural Building
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Rebecca Tasker, with a crew of apprentices, is building two straw bale houses near Escondido, California. So the building project is also a teaching site. “Using straw fits in with permaculture. People like sustainability,” Tasker said. “When you talk of energy used for building materials, that energy was already used in growing the food that the straw is left over from.
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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!
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Called "a game changer for the construction industry" by Mark Cuban, the Toggle system aims to greatly increase productivity and cut labor costs in half.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 15, 2019
American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau construction stats, October 2019.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Articulated dump trucks (ADTs) are enjoying a nice comeback thanks to the increased infrastructure and building work that leads to more work for the excavators and wheel loaders that load them.
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Having started with a small business loan and a single leaf and litter vacuum in 1969, Billy Goat is now celebrating 50 years of craftsmanship.
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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!
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Developers like Simcoach have developed simple construction-oriented apps that can attract recruits to nearby apprenticeship programs.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 15, 2019
The company has established its first U.S. operations in the former Tower Automotive facility in Milan, TN, and expects to start production next summer. - Read: Global Track Manufacturing To Create 250 Jobs In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Working in a way that can save fuel can end up saving money, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). To begin reducing fuel use, AEM recommends examining top fuel usage influencers in off-highway applications.
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