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How to Protect Foundation Structures from Soils and Groundwater Attacks?

The Constructor

Foundation structures are subjected to different types of attacks from underground water and soils and hence necessary protection measures are.

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4 Tips to Boost Business Through an Industry Alliance

Construction Business Owner

The dollar is strong, interest rates are low and the Dow Jones Industrial Average has reached heights that were previously unimaginable. These signs prove money is flowing throughout the American economy, and the construction industry is enjoying it. A survey released by the Associated General Contractors of America shows 73 percent of construction firms are planning to expand their payroll this year, which speaks to the rising demand for construction services.

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You Should Not Contract With Your Environmental Consultant

Green Building Law Update

In an effort to mitigate risk you should not contract directly with an environmental consultant, but rather your attorney should contract with that consultant. While laws vary from state to state, in the vast majority of factual situations a business or property owner is ill served by contracting directly with a third party for most environmental services.

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Such Great Heights: The 5 Tallest Buildings of the Year

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’re no strangers to massive projects and complicated jobs. Our software suite is designed to help businesses like yours operate seamlessly no matter how big or small a job. When your project is nearing completion, Viewpoint construction software already has all of your documents , spending, payroll, equipment, and more in one place, organized and ready for you to finish out the job.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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Excavation Monitoring System -Types and Objectives for Safety in Construction

The Constructor

Excavation monitoring system is used to provide safety during excavations for construction works. Objectives and types of systems are.

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The 10 Pros And Cons Of Construction Site Inspections

Lets Build

Inspections are an essential part of the construction process. If done correctly, they can have tremendous advantages for anyone working in the industry. They can provide the certainty that everything proceeds as it should and in a safe way. It is clear that inspectors have a crucial job. They have.

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Jobpac Connect Release Notes

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Find out all about the New Features and Fixes included in the latest Jobpac Connect Updates. Click here to view the Release Notes for the recent Cumulative Patches.

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Basic Requirements in Swimming Pool Construction

The Constructor

Swimming pools are constructed with concrete as a material for residential as well as hotels, clubs and schools. Read More at Basic Requirements in.

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What to Know Before You Sell

Construction Business Owner

Buying or selling a business is one of the most important transactions in the life cycle of any company. Understanding how transactions are structured provides leverage in negotiations and maximizes after-tax proceeds.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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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Introduction to Current Construction Cost ESTIMATING Techniques 

Job Order Contracting

Introduction to Current Construction Cost ESTIMATING Techniques . By Four BT, LLC. INTRODUCTION. Robust construction cost estimating is critical to improving productivity, quality, delivery times, cost control, and overall satisfaction for any renovation, repair, or new project. There are several types of construction cost estimates that provide varying levels of detail and confidence.

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10 Reasons to upgrade to Sage SQL Estimating 17.11

Cassell Construction Estimating

No more corrupted or misplaced estimate files- all estimates are stored in the faster, more stable Microsoft SQL database. Virtual Licensing eliminates the need for physical USB devices and product activation codes.

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Selection of Excavation Dewatering System for Construction Works

The Constructor

Several excavation dewatering options are available to facilitate construction activities. Factors affecting and selection of dewatering system is.

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Such Great Heights: The 5 Tallest Buildings of the Year

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’re no strangers to massive projects and complicated jobs.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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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IMPROVE YOUR JOB ORDER CONTRACT

Job Order Contracting

The application of LEAN methods and best management practices can significantly improve your job order contract. The potential for fraud, waste or abuse exists for Job Order Contracting as it does for any other construction delivery method. A review of completed Job Order Contract Audits provides ample evidence of this fact. Proper selection of a JOC consultant and tools , professional JOC Program set-up, internal controls, and education/training improve your job order contract.

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10 Reasons to upgrade to Sage SQL Estimating 17.11

Cassell Construction Estimating

No more corrupted or misplaced estimate files- all estimates are stored in the faster, more stable Microsoft SQL database. Virtual Licensing eliminates the need for physical USB devices and product activation codes. No more passwords with more robust, granular, Estimating Security Groups Shared report and screen layouts created by administrators can’t be accidentally overwritten, while still [ ] The post 10 Reasons to upgrade to Sage SQL Estimating 17.11 appeared first on Cassell Consult

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Fire Resistance of Concrete Materials and Structures

The Constructor

Performance of concrete during fire is appreciable. Fire resistance of concrete materials, structures and methods to improve fire resistance are.

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Minimize risk with integrated software

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Businesses succeed when good decisions are made.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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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Job Order Contract Unit Price Book Basics

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contract Unit Price Book Basics. Improve your JOC Program today with independent, objective, locally researched cost data. Detailed Line Item Unit Cost Construction Estimating, & Unit Price Books, UPB (Unit Price Guides-UPG).

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Deere Q3 Sales Up 16 Percent

Construction Equipment

Deere announced its third-quarter earnings today, showing a net income of $641.8 million for the quarter ended July 30, 2017, compared with $488.8 million for the quarter ended July 31, 2016. For the first nine months of fiscal 2017, net income attributable to Deere & Company was $1.649 billion, compared with $1.239 billion, for the same period last year.

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Moving Buildings -Types, Purposes, Moving Process and Precautions

The Constructor

Moving buildings are structures relocated from its original location to new site. Different aspect of moving buildings with types and process are.

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European debut for 120-tonne Hyundai R1200-9

Digger Blog

Hyundai’s new 120-tonner has been showing what it can do on a demolition project in Luxembourg. Hyundai’s new 120-tonner has been showing what it can do on a demolition project in Luxembourg.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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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JOC Users

Job Order Contracting

JOC Users. The following sectors use Job Order Contracting. The list is in approximate order regarding capability (primary) and volume (secondary). Federal Government – DOD and non-DOD. Educational Institutions – Higher Education, K-12. Transportation – Airports, Mass Transit. Hospitals. County, State, & Local Governments. Utilities.

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Navistar Fined $30.8 Million for Fraud

Construction Equipment

A Jackson, Tenn., jury has ruled Navistar must pay $31 million in damages for failing to disclose problems with its MaxxForce engines in the first judgment against the truck maker from dozens of lawsuits filed for damages related to the MaxxForce engine.

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How to create healthy learning environments with active design

BD+C

The philosophy of active design makes a student’s well-being and health a key priority in campus design. An active environment helps students develop the body and mind, creating a setting where they learn to make healthy choices and establish habits that last a lifetime. Active design can be incorporated into any facility or campus with a few simple steps.

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It’s a basic rule in marketing: Know your customer first before you reach out

Construction Marketing Ideas

Mark Mitchell wisely points out that many competitors successfully sell “inferior” products and services to the clients you are trying to reach. There are a variety of reasons for this effective inefficiency, but the main issue often is that you know too much about your specific product or service, and not enough about the overall […].

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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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Better JOB ORDER CONTRACT

Job Order Contracting

Do you need a better Job Order Contract? At the very least, a Job Order Contract should be all of the following… Low cost (not based upon a percentage of total construction volume. Benefit ALL participants – Owner & Contracts. Financially transparnet. Easy to implement. Based upon industry best management practices. Use independent, objective, and locally researched cost data.

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United Rentals to Acquire Neff Corporation

Construction Equipment

United Rentals has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement with Neff Corporation to acquire Neff for $25 per share in cash, representing about $1.3 billion. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to cash EPS and free cash flow. Immediately prior to entering into the definitive merger agreement with United Rentals, Neff terminated its previously announced merger agreement with H&E Equipment Services, Inc.

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Teflon’s little brother is breathing new life into big design

BD+C

Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene. A name that’s difficult to say but hard to forget, at least among those within the build world who have worked on projects using the versatile material. It’s much easier to just go with the more mnemonic acronym “ETFE”. This little-known plastic polymer, first created in the 1930s, has suddenly become a build world staple – especially in projects like sporting venues, commercial outlets, educational buildings, resorts, transportation hubs, and other high visibility

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