Types of Construction Cost Estimates
The Constructor
DECEMBER 25, 2012
Types of Construction Cost Estimates Construction cost constitutes only a fraction, though a substantial fraction, of the total project cost.
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Call for Entries Now Open for 2013 AISC IDEAS2 Awards
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 28, 2012
(Chicago, IL) - Architectural and engineering firms, general contractors, fabricators and owners are encouraged to enter steel-framed building projects for the 2013 Innovative Design in Engineering and Architecture with Structural Steel (IDEAS2) Awards, sponsored annually by the American Institute of Steel Construction. In existence for more than 70 years, the awards recognize outstanding achievements in engineering and architecture on steel-framed building projects around the country.
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Digger’s Top Ten blogs 2012
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 26, 2012
For the second year running the most viewed and popular posts on the Digger Blog, feature Caterpillar and Finning related machinery topics, closely followed by our headline banner sponsors JCB. Caterpillar UK & Finning have been incredibly pro-active with the blog from its inception over 4 years ago, with top PR man Peter Haddock, of Edson Evers, being amazingly helpful and influential in his help with my work.
CNH Separates from Kobelco Brand
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 27, 2012
CNH is separating itself from the Kobelco brand, effective Jan. 1, 2013, but will continue to manufacture hydraulic excavators using current Kobelco technology at its Calhoun, Ga.; San Mauro, Italy; and Belo Horizonte, Brazil plants. It will also import some models, including short-radius excavators, from Kobelco in Japan for no less than five years and component parts no less than 10 years.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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SAVE ENVIRONMENT WITH GREEN BUILDINGS
The Constructor
DECEMBER 28, 2012
Ever since the existence of earth human being has been a unique and unequal creature. As it is said “necessity is the mother of invention”, the same.
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Who fancies a new JCB calendar model emblazoned in yellow paint
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 22, 2012
The 2013 JCB calendar features some of the UK’s top models on a fashion shoot, with JCB’s factories as the backdrop. Clothed in the company’s unique colour, the models, including Rosie Jones, contrast the cold hard world of engineering with the artistic worlds of fashion and photography. The concept developed by George Bamford and the JCB DesignWorks creative team, features unique garments created through the study of fluid dynamics.
Google provides USGBC with $3 million grant to transform building materials industry and indoor health
BD+C
DECEMBER 27, 2012
Google has contributed a $3 million grant to the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to help transform the building materials industry and accelerate the creation of healthier indoor environments. The grant will focus on three areas that will spur the creation of healthier indoor environments and encourage market transformation in the building materials industry: supporting research on building materials and health, developing new transparency tools, and engaging stakeholders from across the ind
CONCRETE DURABILITY PROBLEMS
The Constructor
DECEMBER 26, 2012
ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED CAUSES OF CONCRETE DURABILITY PROBLEMS The inferior durability characteristics of concrete may be caused by the environment.
New-Home Sales Rise in November
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 27, 2012
(December 27, 2012) - Sales of new single-family homes increased 4.4 percent in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 377,000 units, according to figures released by HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau. It was the highest monthly total since April 2010 when the federal home buyer tax credit expired.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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Contractor Resource For Reaching Out To Realtors In Seattle Area
Contractor Bookkeeping
DECEMBER 24, 2012
A lot of contractors like yourself have asked for ideas on how to find more opportunities and increase your sales so I would like to share one of our resources; Footwork Express. Like you, I receive a number of marketing newsletters and flyers from local companies and Footwork Express is one of those companies who have been around for a long time and is a great resource for contractors looking to establish contacts with potential referral partners.
New Jersey considers green roof mandate for state buildings
BD+C
DECEMBER 27, 2012
The New Jersey legislature is considering a bill that would require installation of green or blue roofs on state buildings that are at least 15,000 sf. The goal is to control the flow of stormwater runoff either through vegetation or use of mechanical devices. The measure also allows rooftop solar panels as long as they do not affect the performance of the green or blue roofs. ( [link] ).
FOUNDATION SELECTION CRITERIA
The Constructor
DECEMBER 23, 2012
Selection criteria for foundation depend on two factors, i.e. factors related to ground (soil) conditions and factors related to loads from the.
CASE STUDY: Real Problems, Expert Solutions
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 27, 2012
Recruitment Trouble: How to Find Highly Skilled Trade Workers.
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?
The global AEC industry has become a large swamp
DebunkTheBIM
DECEMBER 22, 2012
These days I observe that the majority of people working in construction tend to fall into one of two categories: The ‘plodders’ or the ‘lily-pad-hoppers’. The ‘plodders’ make up the larger of the two groups, mostly good people with fundamentally decent goals and principles at heart: get through the day, do a reasonable job, don’t over stretch yourselves, bring home the bacon.
Use Those Holiday Gift Cards To Boost Your Career With These Great Ideas
Help Everybody Everyday
DECEMBER 27, 2012
You may be one of those people, like me, who get a ton of gift cards during the holidays. If so, you are thinking, “What am I going to do with all these?” You know if you put them away for later, you might as well just throw them out the window. At best, you’ll forget you have them. At worst, you’ll never find them again. Well, why not buy something that will help you succeed at work?
MATERIALS FOR REPAIR OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES
The Constructor
DECEMBER 26, 2012
The range of materials for repair of concrete structures to be effectively durable is fairly limited. The materials most widely used are concrete and.
Christmas Eve: The big vision and small details
Construction Marketing Ideas
DECEMBER 24, 2012
Virtually everyone, no matter our religion or practices, lives on a different schedule and has different routines for Christmas eve and day than the rest of the year. Especially in the architectural, engineering and construction industry, except in the most exceptional circumstances (true emergency work), this is time off, for family and friends. Business is placed on the back-burner, and that is good, because the break allows us to recharge and revitalize for the New Year.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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This ‘fat lady’ has not sung her last song yet…
DebunkTheBIM
DECEMBER 24, 2012
Merry Christmas iTech and stop spreading rumours: I’m still here! Yes, I know it is the season of goodwill and all… So in line with that, here is a well-intended advice from me to you on this occasion of Christmas: Focus on your own performance! Remember what you set out to do in May 2011? In case you’ve forgotten some aspects of your commitment, let me remind you: To successfully implement Building information Modelling (BIM) on Al Mafraq Hospital, you developed a detailed BIM Project Execution
New York City law tracking building energy use yields surprises
BD+C
DECEMBER 27, 2012
A legally mandated report that tracks the energy use of New York City's largest buildings provides details about which buildings are achieving higher-than-expected energy efficiency, such as the Chrysler and Empire State buildings, as well as those that are performing poorly. Unlike cities that depend heavily on automobiles, New York racks up most of its carbon dioxide emissions—nearly 80%—in heating and cooling buildings.
DRAINS AND SEWERS TERMS DEFINITIONS
The Constructor
DECEMBER 24, 2012
Benching: A surface at the base of an inspection chamber or manhole to confine the flow of sewage to avoid the accumulation of deposits and provide a.
The “social network” and Triberr
Construction Marketing Ideas
DECEMBER 23, 2012
This morning, I discovered two interesting sites for social media marketers/bloggers. The Social Network is a well-designed and frequently-updated news/reporting site. Through it, I discovered Triberr.com, a networking site for bloggers. (I can’t say for sure how effective or valuable Triberr.com is yet, because I’ve just signed up for it!
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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Lochinvar names Nov. VIP program winners
Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 27, 2012
Two more contractors win a trip for two to the world's largest country music festival. Lochinvar has selected the winners of the VIP Installation Showcase and the VIP Drawing for November. read more.
Two Top Safety Groups Press for IIPP Standard
Safety Services Company
DECEMBER 28, 2012
Two Top Safety Groups Press for IIPP Standard. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here.
LIVE LOADS FOR DIFFERENT BUILDING FLOORS
The Constructor
DECEMBER 27, 2012
Live loads are different for different buildings and structures. It keeps changing from time to time even on same structure. Examples for live loads.
A social network for buildings?
Construction Marketing Ideas
DECEMBER 22, 2012
I’m not sure what to make of Honestbuildings.com , which describes itself as a “social network for buildings” The site is slick enough, and there is a wealth of data about certain buildings in some of the major U.S. urban centers, and the project appears to be well-funded and professional in scope. This positive Gigaom posting puts the venture capital and “green building” initiative aspects into focus: Honest Buildings , a startup that aggregates information about b
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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Wishing The Best For Everyone in 2013
Contractor Bookkeeping
DECEMBER 24, 2012
At year end it is a time for reflection on the activities of the past year. Time to bask in the successes, learn from the challenges and look forward to a better year. Here is wishing you and yours A Very Merry Christmas! Enjoy your holidays with family and friends. As years go by it's the little things we remember the most. We want to give special thanks to everyone who connected with us on one of the social media website, read any of our blogs, emailed or called.
28 States Rollout Updated Labor Law Postings
Safety Services Company
DECEMBER 27, 2012
28 States Rollout Updated Labor Law Postings. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here. 28 states have rolled out updates to mandatory labor law posters for 2013.
Ready Mix Concrete-Batching, Mixing, Transporting, and Handling
The Constructor
DECEMBER 24, 2012
Ready Mix Concrete-Batching, Mixing, Transporting, and Handling While Ordering Ready Mixed Concrete Following Points is to be specified: Coarse.
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