Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'Throughout the last decade, the construction industry has spawned an entirely new black market industry—construction theft. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, as much as $1 billion in construction tools, equipment and materials is stolen nationwide each year, 90 percent of which is taken directly from construction sites. Such losses increased by 64 percent between 1995 and 2001 and that trend is continuing upward at. an alarming rate.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'The Construction Marketing Association is now conducting a national survey on marketing plans and priorities in the construction industry. Discover what budgeting techniques and other most effective marketing tactics are being implemented by your peers. In addition, CMA Chairman Neil Brown will preview the upcoming Construction Americas 2015 exposition.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Selecting methods of improving bearing capacity of soils is necessary in many cases for the construction of foundation. Soil investigation is carried.

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Carol Hagen

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Marj Weber, Irontree Construction Inc introduces the AZ sales tax panel (left to right): Craig McPike, Snell & Wilmer; Christie Comanita, Arizona Dept. of Revenue; David James, FNF Construction at the CFMA luncheon The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) Valley of the Sun Chapter recently hosted a TPT Changes Panel Discussion of the new hybrid sales tax system going into effect January 1, 2015.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Why won’t my employees just do what I tell them? Why am I struggling to motivate my team? Why aren’t they giving me the performance I need? If any of these questions sound familiar to you, you’re not alone. You were probably promoted because you’re a competent technical professional. You know how to build a bridge, negotiate a deal or justify a capital expenditure.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Strengthening of masonry walls is required to prevent failure and collapse during major earthquake or addition of extra load on buildings.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'What to do when an OSHA citation arrives: step by step. FDRsafety now provides Safety Program Management. Join Our Mailing List. What to do when an OSHA citation arrives: step by step. By Jim Stanley. President, FDRsafety. Despite your best efforts to operate a safe workplace, the bad news has arrived: OSHA has issued a citation to your company. If you are like many organizations, you may be uncertain what to do next.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Stan is the owner of Compass Contractors, primarily a subcontractor specializing in metal studs and drywall installation on office building projects. Stan constantly struggles with the demands of owning and managing his business, from working on bids, estimating, ordering materials and scheduling 25 field workers to coordinating equipment, fielding phone calls and visiting jobsites daily.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Amazon has started a service that connects shoppers to local handymen. The service is called Amazon Local Services. The e-commerce giant has introduced the service in three cities aimed at connecting customers to local service providers such as plumbers and electricians. Where the Service is Available. Amazon users in New York, Los Angeles, and Seattle will see the offers after purchasing items such as car stereos, air conditioners, or any items that may require installation.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'A safe practice for formwork during construction at site is important for safety of workmen. Improper erection of formwork can cause damage to.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'OneC1TY, a healthcare- and technology-focused community under construction on 18.7 acres near Nashville, Tenn., will include a mini retail district made from 21 shipping containers, the first time in this market containers have been repurposed for such use. Body Image: read more.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 2, 2014

'Despite a continually improving economy, you may not be in a position to expand your fleet through a cash purchase or traditional financing methods. If you don’t have a consistent need to justify investing in heavy construction equipment, it may be beneficial to rent crawler or wheel excavators, wheel loaders and articulated dump trucks. Rental has served the needs of business owners through bear and bull markets, and this solution continues to provide the opportunity for ownership at project c

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Business Facilities

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. When communicating with call centers, familiarity can make all the difference. Industry Focus: Call Centers – Welcome Home appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Archives Arizona Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Back Office, IT, And Call Centers Colorado Featured Post Florida Georgia Industry Focus Kentucky Magazine Magazine Highlights Michigan New Mexico Texas U.S. - Great Lakes U.S. - Rocky Mountains U.S. - Sout

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'There are different types of hydro power plants based on types of facilities for generation of hydropower. We will discuss about these hydropower.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

'In the world of tall building construction, projects can stall for any number of reasons—financial, political, cultural—and for long periods of time. The CTBUH Research team, in the latest installment of Tall Buildings in Numbers, has undertaken to find the top 20 tallest never-completed buildings , and the 15 longest construction periods from 1985 to the present, listing the stop and start dates, and last known status of these 35 projects.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Why won’t my employees just do what I tell them? Why am I struggling to motivate my team? Why aren’t they giving me the performance I need? If any of these questions sound familiar to you, you’re not alone. You were probably promoted because you’re a competent technical professional. You know how to build a bridge, negotiate a deal or justify a capital expenditure.

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Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'The 3rd Annual Mechanical Town Hall @ AHR. Featuring the Fab Five. Location. McCormick Place, Room S103a. United States. See map: Google Maps. The 3rd Annual Mechanical Town Hall @ AHR. Featuring the Fab Five. January 26, 1:00 - 2:30 pm. AHR Expo 2015, Room S103a. McCormick Place, Chicago. Join us for a "can't-miss" meeting where the industry's elite will discuss: New 2015 Water Heater Standards.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'Reconnaissance survey is done to examine the general character of the area for the purpose of determining the most feasible route or routes for.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'Inexplicable designs. Questionable functionality. Absurd budgeting. Just plain inappropriate. These are some of the characteristics that distinguish projects that ArchDaily has identified as most controversial in the annals of architecture and construction. They include some of the most famous structures on the planet, as well as buildings whose infamy is their fame.

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Construction Equipment

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'Construction employment expanded in 228 metro areas, declined in 64 and was stagnant in 47 between October 2013 and October 2014, according to a new analysis of federal employment data by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). AGC officials said the construction job gains come as new federal figures show year-over-year growth in construction spending and many firms report impacts from growing shortages of qualified workers.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'Does QuickBooks Frustrate You? If You Answered "Yes" You Are Not Alone! 99.99% of all QuickBooks Issues can be traced back to two root causes: How QuickBooks setup was done originally. How transactions are put into QuickBooks. QuickBooks Makes Construction Accounting. Look Simple As Microwaving Popcorn. How many advertisements have you seen by Intuit, the maker of QuickBooks that makes it appear like accounting is so simple a five year old can do it.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'Liquid penetrant inspection is a non-destructive testing method for detection of crack penetration depth in concrete. This method is used when visual.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'This year has seen the completion of many signature tall buildings, including the One World Trade Center in New York City. CNN reports that 2015 promises to be another busy year for skyscraper construction across the globe. At least 10 super-tall towers are due to be completed next year, according to the CNN report. They are: 1. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai, China. 2,073 ft. 2.

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Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2014

'For everything we do there is an impact that touches others. You can see how everyone and everything is interconnected, thus, it’s important to be grateful and pay it forward. Sustainably Speaking. read more.

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Construction Equipment

DECEMBER 5, 2014

'Construction industry employment hit a new five-year high in November as the sector added 20,000 jobs and its unemployment rate fell to 7.5 percent, the lowest rate for November in seven years, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). AGC officials cautioned, however, that the latest figures include signs that demand for public-sector and non-residential construction may be weakening.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 4, 2014

'Most successful businesses understand the consequences of inadequate safety, and it’s reinforced by the data that shows proper safety training and practices reduce insurance, lost time, and turnover costs. The key question that remains however is; How safe is your business? Business owners are constantly striving to be successful. Increasing profit margins is clearly a fundamental piece of this puzzle, and one way to help the bottom line is to cut costs.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 3, 2014

'Representatives from the architectural regulatory authorities of United States, Canada, and Mexico have announced a major agreement to mutually recognize architect credentials in the three countries, making it possible for architects to work across North American borders. read more.

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

'Troops To Trades is ‘Ultimate Pipeline’. The Troops To Trades program, created by The Nexstar Legacy Foundation to help U.S. veterans obtain the necessary skill sets to work in the plumbing and HVAC industries, is continuing to pick up speed. read more.

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