Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 30, 2013
In the course of any given week I'll engage with a number of folks outside of my company. I may visit some local customers, give an online presentation of our latest construction software to prospective clients, or talk to an industry analyst. But this time of year I'm reminded of how large and diverse our industry is because this is the time when I hit the road.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 31, 2013
Tire-related downtime and maintenance represents a significant portion of construction equipment operating costs. In order to reduce these costs, consider all of your needs and ask the right questions when selecting a tire handler. Also, find a manufacturer that will provide not only a great product but a system of dealers and technicians who provide financing solutions and support.
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Construction Marketing
JANUARY 31, 2013
Corporate results are beginning to show the signs of the well-awaited U.S housing recovery. Evidence of this turnaround is seen in the surprisingly strong fourth quarter sales of companies specializing in power tools, carpet fibers, air conditioners, and cement mixers to name a few. These results offer the hope that the bottom of this slide may have been reached and the climb back up has begun.
Constructonomics
JANUARY 28, 2013
In our current economy, few jobs are expected to experience faster-than-average growth. But, as Software Advice–a software research company based out of Austin, Texas–recently reported, that’s just what the Bureau of Labor statistics is expecting to happen for the role of construction estimator. Between 2010 and 2020, employment for cost estimators is projected to grow from 185,000 to 253,000 jobs–a 36 percent gain.
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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
JANUARY 30, 2013
Japan adores to be ahead of the whole world, its people will never get tired of these constant creations and inventions. The Japanese are always.
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Digger Blog
JANUARY 27, 2013
Luke Furse Earthmoving is a family run business, which was established by Luke Furse in 1979. Today the business is run by Luke Furse, his wife Susanne and their son Lloyd. From humble beginnings, the company has grown considerably over the years and is currently in its 33rd year of trading. The company has developed into a multi faceted concern, which also includes an impressive agricultural division, which features some of the latest and most technologically advanced equipment available today.
Constructonomics
JANUARY 29, 2013
I am currently working on a US Military project in New Castle, DE of a similar nature. I would like to supplement a team capable of meeting the $250 million bonding requirement. I am familiar with government projects and their specific requirements. I will prepare the proposal and assist in all preconstruction activities in exchange for being included in the project team.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 28, 2013
Caterpillar 4Q profit fell 55 percent as a result of charges resulting from the accounting problems in it Chinese subsidiary, as well as slow sales because of high dealer inventories. Fourth-quarter sales and revenue were $16.1 billion, down $1.2 billion from 2011, garnering a profit of $0.7 billion versus $1.4 billion in 2012. Caterpillar 4Q profit fell 55 percent as a result of charges resulting from the accounting problems in it Chinese subsidiary, as well as slow sales because of high dealer
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 30, 2013
Prevent costly mistakes by hammering out the details before breaking ground.
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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.
Digger Blog
JANUARY 28, 2013
The Hydrema 912 articulated dumptruck, in its various guises, has virtually dominated the field in this size class for many years, proving to be a hit with many users up and down the country here in the UK and indeed around the globe. H.E. Services (plant hire) already run a large fleet of 912D’s and that fleet is constantly updated, with new models to offer the customer the best and most up to date equipment all year round.
BD+C
JANUARY 31, 2013
Stephen Oliner, a UCLA professor doing research for the Federal Reserve Board, has made the first-ever estimate of planning times for commercial construction across the United States. Drawing upon 82,000 projects nationwide, he found that the average planning time nationally is about 17 months. But it’s a lot longer in some places and shorter in others. ( [link] ).
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 30, 2013
AB Volvo will acquire a 45-percent stake in China’s Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles (DFCV), manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The deal will make the Volvo Group the world’s largest manufacturer of heavy-duty trucks, Volvo says. DFCV is part of Dongfeng Motor Group (DMG), the largest heavy- and medium-duty building in China, according to Volvo.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 31, 2013
When you have a frozen half-inch nut, you hit it with a little penetrating oil and grab your trusty half-inch wrench or socket. You don’t use a five-eighths wrench or a seven-sixteenths socket; you use the right tool for the job. The same is true when it comes to work trucks. You should select a truck that’s up to the task of tackling your day-to-day duties.
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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?
Digger Blog
JANUARY 31, 2013
Formed over 30 years ago, K&M Groundworks is owned and operated by father and son, Ken and Mark Mantyk, offering many years of experience in groundworks projects throughout South West England. The new Bobcat excavator is currently being used on a major housing project at Cranbrook close to the airport outside the city of Exeter in Devon. The excavator is helping the team from K&M Groundworks to build the infrastructure and services for this exciting new development.
BD+C
JANUARY 29, 2013
Thornton Tomasetti, the international engineering firm, announces that Leigh Mires has joined the firm in the newly created position of chief learning officer. Ms. Mires, who has more than 20 years of experience, is charged with advancing the firm’s organizational development and training initiatives. She will be based in the firm’s New York headquarters. read more.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 29, 2013
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) launched an online contest to find the individual who best “makes America” through hard work, dedication to their community and devotion to American manufacturing. Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) launched an online contest to find the individual who best “makes America” through hard work, dedication to their community and devotion to American manufacturing.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 30, 2013
Try these strategies to boost your marketing efforts.
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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.
Digger Blog
JANUARY 30, 2013
The Digger Blog will be making tracks for the impressive Liebherr stand at Bauma 2013, and one of the first machines I will be looking for during my visit will be the face shovel version of Liebherr’s R 9400 mining excavator, which is highly anticipated to be displayed alongside one of the company’s mining dumptrucks, in a scenario similar to the 2010 event as seen in this photo.
Safety Services Company
JANUARY 28, 2013
No Farming Safety Rules in Pipeline. 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.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 28, 2013
The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) has launched an online system that allows the credentials of CCO-certified individuals to be instantly verified via the Internet. The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) has launched an online system that allows the credentials of CCO-certified individuals to be instantly verified via the Internet.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 30, 2013
Build a loyal network of subs and navigate conflicts.
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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!
Digger Blog
JANUARY 29, 2013
The all-terrain crane arrived to the first site in Landesbergen, near Hannover, while carrying its 50 meter telescopic boom. There, the crane had to erect four ENERCON E70 wind turbines with a hub height of 84 meters, two at one location and the other two at a neighboring one. The maximum weight for each load lifted was 66 tonnes. The crane was set up with an SSL configuration, a 188 tonne counterweight, and a 54 meter-long luffing fly jib on a 12 meter variable extension (VA).
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 1, 2013
Just Google “copper theft” and you will find article after article about copper being stolen from construction sites, abandoned homes, vacant buildings, communication towers, electrical sub-stations, etc., etc. No city or town is immune to it. Every city I Google, I find newspaper and magazine articles, along with television reports of copper being stolen.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 28, 2013
Construction employment increased in 139 of 337 metropolitan areas between December 2011 and December 2012, according to analysis of federal employment data released by A GC. Employment declined in 131 metro areas, and remained stagnant in 65. Analysts attribute the increase in employment in some areas to the increase in demand for new construction projects in the private sector.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 1, 2013
NEW YORK (Jan. 31, 2013) - Trepp, LLC, the leading provider of information, analytics and technology to the CMBS, commercial real estate and banking markets, released its January 2013 U.S. CMBS Delinquency Report. The delinquency rate for U.S. commercial real estate loans in CMBS fell 14 basis points in January to 9.57%. This is the lowest level in 11 months, since February 2012 when the rate was at 9.38%, and the improvement marks the resumption of the downward trend in the rate that began in
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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!
Digger Blog
JANUARY 30, 2013
The photos show a very early 300 series Caterpillar 330 hydraulic excavator that has slid off a ledge in a quarry and landed upside down on its roof. Amazingly the cab is pretty much still intact, and one would have hoped that the operator was able to escape relatively unscathed. It’s not until you see the second photo that you realize just how much worse this incident could have been.
Revit OpEd
JANUARY 31, 2013
Text elements have a property called Keep Readable. This prevents the text from being displayed upside down and reorients rotated text elements so they are "readable" from left to right and bottom to top. As soon as text transitions past 90 degrees and then between 180 to 270 you'll find the text flips to ensure that it is easier to read. All of this is true for text in a project view.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 31, 2013
CNH Global announced financial results for the quarter and year ending Dec. 31, 2012. Net sales rose 8 percent on a reported basis (12 percent on a constant currency basis) in 2012, to $19.4 billion, with agricultural equipment accounting for 81 percent of sales. The high demand for agricultural equipment offset the negative effects of the economy on the construction equipment segment, which accounted for 19 percent of the company’s total sales.
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