Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 28, 2014
'As the construction industry continues to improve, now is the time to review your company’s website, both to compare it to the competition and to make sure it accurately reflects what your company does well.
Constructonomics
JANUARY 29, 2014
'Working at height is still one of the largest causes of workplace accidents; in the year 2012-2013, a total of 5,274 major falls from height were reported in the UK, and it was the biggest cause of fatal accidents in the workplace. Whilst working at height is essential for some construction projects, many of these accidents could be avoided with the simple implementation of proper training and the appropriate equipment.
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FDR Safety
JANUARY 29, 2014
'An ongoing concern about OSHA’s protection of workers is its slow pace in creating or updating needed standards. A prime example is combustible dust, which keeps appearing on the agency’s regulatory agenda, but has yet to be finalized. In the absence of coherent, comprehensive standards, OSHA piecemeals its guidance, the latest example of which deals with the identification of materials that pose combustible dust hazards.
Green Building Law Update
JANUARY 28, 2014
'The Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure announced that earlier this week it reached the milestone of 1,500 Envision Sustainability Professionals who have been credentialed in the use of the Envision sustainable infrastructure rating system. Envision is a voluntary third party sustainable development rating system for all types and sizes of infrastructure projects, as opposed to buildings (. yes, something like LEED for roads and bridges).
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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.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 28, 2014
'Encountering budget shortfalls or schedule overruns during a construction project can set off a cascade of problems. Fortunately, for contractors and industrial project owners, taking a proactive approach to project planning and using proven tools take the guesswork out of predicting a project’s scope, cost and schedule. Implementing these tools as part of a comprehensive preconstruction phase is the key to developing a project definition that leads to successful project delivery.
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BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2014
'Each year, high-rise building experts from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) release their predictions for the worldwide skyscraper industry. They also recap the top tall-building news from the previous year (see "2013: The year of the super-tall skyscraper" ). Body Image: read more.
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 28, 2014
'We know you – our readers — just can’t get enough of trucks, so we have created an all new truck gallery for you to peruse. read more.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 27, 2014
'Many people often draw analogies between the front line of a war-torn battlefield and a construction project. More specifically, the stereotype of the construction superintendent is that of the rigid field general with the demeanor of Patton and the social graces of Genghis Khan, barking orders to his or her troops. Subcontractors, suppliers, laborers, foremen and operators either fall into ranks or line up on the opposing battle line.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 31, 2014
'FMI’s Q4-2013 Construction Outlook predicts 2013 to end with 7 percent growth for the construction industry as a whole. Forecasts show residential construction ending 2013 with 18 percent growth. Multifamily construction has been strong the past two years with growth of 48 percent in 2012 and 38 percent in 2013. With rents still high and household formations low, multifamily construction is expected to continue growing.
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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.
BD+C
JANUARY 31, 2014
'If you''re a LEGO fanatic like we are, you''re going to love what the software engineers at Google and LEGO have developed: a 3D modeling tool that uses LEGO''s iconic pieces as the building blocks. The developers call it "the largest LEGO set the world has ever seen.". The free application, called Build , allows Chrome browser users to create virtual 3D structures using any shape and color in the LEGO catalog.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 28, 2014
'Posted by Heidi Schwartz. Everyone needs a theme song. So the next time someone asks you, “What is economic development?” you can sing them this song…it’s the ballad for economic development with lyrics written and performed by Anatalio Ubalde of GIS Planning. The post The Lighter Side Of Economic Development…In Song appeared first on Business Facilities.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 30, 2014
'This is the first of a four-part series about the new OSHA crane standard. Most owners of small to midsize construction companies have a lot on their plates as they juggle running their own construction enterprises, staying in compliance with local building department requirements, meeting project completion deadlines and keeping their businesses afloat.
Stok
JANUARY 28, 2014
'Today, Obayashi and Webcor announced that Obayashi’s Technical Research Institute Techno Station in Tokyo, Japan, received the third highest LEED EBOM platinum rating out of 6,199 projects worldwide. Webcor Builders, an Obayashi Group subsidiary, managed the LEED EBOM certification process, contracting EBS to assist with the credit requirements and documentation.
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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?
BD+C
JANUARY 30, 2014
'Mayors from 10 major U.S. cities have announced they will undertake a united effort to significantly boost energy efficiency in their buildings, a move that combined could cut as much climate change pollution as generated by 1 million to 1.5 million passenger vehicles every year, and lower energy bills by nearly $1 billion annually. read more.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 27, 2014
'The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s January Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) reported an overall confidence level of 64.9, the highest level in two years. This represents an increase from the December 2013 index of 55.8.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 27, 2014
'For owners of small to midsize construction firms, juggling all the responsibilities of owning and operating a business—such as accounting, estimating and scheduling—while trying to increase profits can be a daunting task. A member of CBO ’s LinkedIn group asks the following question: How do we get more leads and close more sales when we’re a small company that wears every hat?
Digger Blog
JANUARY 29, 2014
'It’s a family business that’s been going for 20 years and does a lot of work for Western Power Distribution (WPD). After much deliberation, he has recently bought his first Volvo machine, an EC27C compact excavator, and so far he seems chuffed to bits with it. He did his homework first, checking out what was available on the market, and he spoke to other Volvo users in the area about the product and the after-sales support from local dealer Plant & Engineering Services (PES), do
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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.
BD+C
JANUARY 27, 2014
'Forget the rock climbing wall. A developer in Iran is building a rock climbing hall. That''s right, an entire building dedicated to the sport, with more than 48,000 sf of program space. The Polour Rock Climbing Hall is currently under construction in Polur, near Mount Dam?vand, Iran''s highest peak. Body Image: read more.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 29, 2014
'Komatsu and GE Mining will collaborate to develop new mining equipment. The new company, Komatsu GE Mining Systems LLC, will be located at the GE Transportation facility in Erie, Pa. Operations will begin in April 2014.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 28, 2014
'With economic recovery on the upswing, growth is on the minds of construction business owners nationwide—particularly those who are experiencing an uptick in contracts and project commitments but who have not yet staffed or duly motivated their companies to meet the escalating demand. Construction business owners should heed the following five tips to manage, measure and sustain meaningful growth in their businesses.
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 29, 2014
'From traffic jams and car accidents to cancelled flights and school closings, many people, including plumbers and HVAC technicians, are being affected by Take Two of the Polar Vortex. read more.
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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!
BD+C
JANUARY 31, 2014
'Batumi, Georgia is located on the Black Sea coast and has many newly urbanized areas. It also has an award-winning McDonald''s, courtesy of architect Giorgi Khmaladze. The McDonald''s, which is combined with a fuel station and recreation areas, was awarded the Best Commercial Building of the Year by architecture website ArchDaily. Readers voted for winners in 14 categories after helping narrow down the hundreds of entries for this year''s competition.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 31, 2014
'Manitou Group''s full-year 2013 reveunue was €1.18 billion ($2.4 billion), down 7 percent from 2012. The company also reported a fourth-quarter 2013 revenue of €303 million ($409 million), representing a 1 percent decrease compared with the same period in 2012.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 28, 2014
'Staying on top of productivity rates and goals is a constant challenge in the construction business. The last thing any construction project manager wants is to have no budget left on a job that is only 85 percent complete.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 28, 2014
'If your company is planning to expand or relocate its operations, you don’t want to miss this opportunity! The 10th annual B usiness Facilities LiveXchange is only a few months away. This dynamic, free site selection event will take place April 6-8 at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort at Grand Dunes, Myrtle Beach, SC. In celebration of LiveXchange’s 10th year, we’re giving our first 20 approved attendees the opportunity to bring their families to Myrtle Beach and enjoy an exten
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BD+C
JANUARY 29, 2014
'The University of Notre Dame announced this morning the largest building project in its 172-year history, integrating the academy, student life, and athletics with the construction of more than 750,000 sf in three new buildings attached to the west, east, and south sides of the school''s iconic football stadium, at a projected cost of $400 million.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 29, 2014
'The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) will focus on its I Make America campaign, as well as equipment operator safety awareness and its new EU REACH regulatory compliance initiative at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2014, held March 4 to 8, 2014 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 27, 2014
'Some owners and managers of small construction companies (those with fewer than 50 employees) may feel that they have dodged a “health care bullet,” because the key provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)—also known as Obamacare—apply mostly to companies with 50 or more employees.
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