Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 13, 2020

If you're a small business owner whose construction company hasn't gone through hard times, that's great, but it's likely to happen at some point. As much as we dream about being brilliant enough in this industry that we'll never face slow times, there are many things beyond our control that can negatively affect our organization. Here are six tips for getting your business through difficult periods so you can look forward to many more years of construction business ownership: 1.

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The Constructor

MARCH 12, 2020

On-site and Off-site construction techniques are widely used in the construction industry based on the objective and features of the construction.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 13, 2020

Contractors are used to risk but are they prepared for everything the pandemic will throw at them? Here are the top consequences builders will face.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 12, 2020

Abrasion Test Measurement of toughness and resistance like degradation, crushing, and disintegration is the right definition of the Abrasion test. This test is suggested by AASHTO T 96 or ASTM C 131 Resistance to degradation of small coarse aggregates by Abrasion and impact on the Los Angeles Machine. Aggregates are used for the surface course […].

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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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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 13, 2020

The Current State of American Airports. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 03/13/2020 - 16:47. American airports: A rundown of where we are currently, what projects are in process, what funding is available, and what you can expect to see in the future.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 8, 2020

Public companies in the U.S. find themselves at a dynamic time of emergent environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) disclosures. Vocal socially conscious investors, activist stockholder environmental proxy proposals, and the like are driving companies to make ESG statements. This blog post highlights the legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and proffers that with green building practices companies can mitigate their legal risk while still being responsive to the trend of investor deman

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 12, 2020

As more and more contractors modernize, strategic tech transition plans, and consistent communications among keys to success.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 10, 2020

Coronavirus: Are You Liable if Your Employees Test Positive? Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 03/10/2020 - 10:31. As the coronavirus continues to spread rapidly around the world, here's what to know to insure your business. Are you liable if your employees test positive for COVID-19?

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The Constructor

MARCH 8, 2020

Rice husk ash (RHA) plays two roles in concrete constructions. The first role is using rice husk as a substitute for Portland cement which leads to.

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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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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 11, 2020

Integrated project delivery tools and support services are now available for the repair, alteration, modernization, rehabilitation, and minor new construction of infrastructure, buildings, structures, or other real property. Integrated project delivery, IPD, has been available exclusively for major new construction only due to the cost of implementation.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 12, 2020

Viewpoint's Business Continuity Team (BCT) will monitor COVID-19 and post our latest policies here should any further developments occur.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 10, 2020

Coronavirus: Who Will Bear the Risk & Cost for Construction Delays? Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 03/10/2020 - 11:20. Wondering who will bear the construction risk associated with project delays caused by the coronavirus? Find out what Peter Strniste from Robison-Cole had to say about the COVID-19 crisis.

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The Constructor

MARCH 7, 2020

Casting and curing of concrete cylinder and beam specimens from representative samples of fresh concrete is crucial in building constructions. This.

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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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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2020

The collaborative design-build delivery method can save time and money, but experts say there are key factors contractors should consider before making the switch.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 10, 2020

Viewpoint's Betsie Hoyt will be moderating a live webinar — Thriving Women in Construction — on Wednesday, March 18.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 12, 2020

COVID-19 in Construction: Crucial Developments & Updates. Kathy Wells. Thu, 03/12/2020 - 15:40. Construction Business Owner understands that among the concerns associated with the coronavirus, you still have a business to run. This page will serve as your tie to breaking news, industry developments and evolving risks regarding the coronavirus in construction.

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The Constructor

MARCH 10, 2020

Off-site construction is a construction procedure that involves the planning, designing, fabrication, transportation of fabricated building items and.

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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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Construction Dive

MARCH 11, 2020

The rule has raised concern among contractor groups and generated 326,798 public comments, with the majority expressing opposition to Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs for construction.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 11, 2020

New initiatives, technology adopting driving better quality among UK home construction projects.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 12, 2020

How to Use Boundary Monitoring to Control Jobsite Hazards. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 03/12/2020 - 16:10. Employing jobsite boundary monitoring to reduce potential contamination, protecting the public from hazardous materials and situations, and complying with public health requirements.

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The Constructor

MARCH 10, 2020

Off-site construction is a construction procedure that involves the planning, designing, fabrication, transportation of fabricated building items and.

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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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Construction Dive

MARCH 12, 2020

The fragile state of the U.S. economy may be no match for a pandemic, ABC economist Anirban Basu said at the World of Modular conference this week.

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BD+C

MARCH 13, 2020

. The Scramble to Make Space for Coronavirus Patients (Citylab) - March 12. "As Covid-19 cases climb, cities may face a shortage of locations to quarantine and isolate people. In the U.S., it’s a uniquely local problem.". Read more. .

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 13, 2020

Reducing pre-hydration in a VRM. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 03/13/2020 - 15:51. GCP Applied Technologies. March 13, 2020. When producing cement, vertical roller mills (VRMs) offer advantages to ball mills, as they have greater energy efficiency, smaller plant footprint and the versatility to grind multiple cement types under different conditions. . However, cement produced in VRMs sometimes has lower strength and longer setting time compared to ball-mill cements made with the same raw materials.

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The Constructor

MARCH 8, 2020

Manhole and sewer bricks manufactured from shale and clay should meet requirements of applicable codes such as ASTM C 32 in order to be able to serve.

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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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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2020

The Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health examined and advised on top issues including falls, opioid abuse and suicide.

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BD+C

MARCH 11, 2020

Five years ago, 3D Robotics introduced what it heralded as “the world’s first smart drone.” Dubbed Solo, this quad unmanned aerial vehicle was powered by twin 1-GHz computers. Since then, suppliers have been pushing drone technology to meet users’ demands for more intuitive and responsive data collection and flight.

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Business Facilities

MARCH 12, 2020

Nearly 75 percent of companies report supply chain disruptions in some capacity due to COVID-19 transportation restrictions, according to a new survey. - Read: COVID-19 Survey: Impacts On Global Supply Chains at BusinessFacilities.com.

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