Lets Build

JULY 1, 2022

3D-printed buildings have been popping up more frequently over the last few years, but are they a gimmick, or could they be the future of sustainable construction ? Let’s discuss the benefits and challenges of 3D-printed buildings and whether or not they’re the answer to the problem of sustainable construction. They’re efficient.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 10, 2024

Businesses that thrive through changing seasons share a few common qualities: the ability to remain cool under pressure, flow with change and sustain value. These are important standards of success for both managing operations and maintaining equipment, both seasonally and year-round.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

By Richard Martens Sustainability is a complex topic in all fields; every initiative seeking to improve sustainability brings both improvements and setbacks. Within modern construction, there is an exception to the inherent complexity of sustainability comparisons. Photos courtesy Sto Corp. Construction is no different.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2023

FACILITIES PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE COST CONTROL and managing associated outcomes are critical aspects to lifecycle total cost of ownership asset management and associate FSRM ( Facilities Sustainment, and Restoration and Modernization) Locally Researched and Current Preventive Maintenance Cost Database – Exclusively available from 4BT!

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The next phase of sustainability in luxury hotels 0 qpurcell Fri, 09/15/2023 - 11:42 Hotel Facilities The luxury hotel market has seen an increase in green-minded guests looking for opportunities to support businesses that are conscientious of the environment. And consumers are happy to spend more money on those brands.

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BD+C

MARCH 23, 2023

A Sustainable, Connected Workflow Improves Data Workflow between Field and Office, Surveyors, and Equipment Operators 1 kcichowicz Thu, 03/23/2023 - 09:36 Rachel Jones, Trimble Customer Profile: Peace River Hydro Partners is a joint venture between ACCIONA Infrastructure Canada Inc. and Samsung C&T Canada Ltd.

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Sustainability guidelines for ready mix plant certification. The webpage also provides downloads—helpful worksheets and a "Guidelines" PDF 1 —for plants to make strides toward sustainability. The webpage also provides downloads—helpful worksheets and a "Guidelines" PDF 1 —for plants to make strides toward sustainability.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Improvement in risk avoidance and fostering owner and team stakeholder satisfaction, trust, and mutual long-term benefit for all parties are prerequisites for sustainable lifecycle management of the built environment. Physical Infrastructure Project Management impacts environmental, financial, organizational, and community sustainability.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 26, 2023

Improved, long-term relationships among interdisciplinary team members Robust programmatic process applied to all work Sustainable Facilities Management WWW.4BT.US 4BT.US [contact-form] The post Innovative LEAN Job Order Contracting Knowledge-based System appeared first on 4BT.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

They are extremely sustainable, can be up and running in a fraction of the time of other construction types, and offer ample clear span for unmatched mobility. Elite Sustainability One of the greatest advantages of prefabricated steel buildings is their elite sustainability.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 6, 2022

Additionally, these early phases should also be approached through a lens of sustainability. The linoleum is not only sustainable, but also wears better and can help researchers be more productive by preventing fatigue caused by being on their feet for most of the day. Creating functional adjacencies.

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Stok

OCTOBER 25, 2019

“What will it take to achieve the sustainability goals of our project?” Whether your sustainable project involves goals around carbon reduction, healthy indoor environments, or energy efficiency, the short answer is it takes additional coordination and planning and likely requires strategic consultants.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Construction companies that use less energy also reduce their business’s carbon footprint and create sustainability throughout the business’s practices. Running an energy audit will help identify which equipment may require replacement. There are many benefits to reducing energy on construction sites.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 7, 2021

finishes, structure, landscape, equipment and systems) to ensure they serve their intended purpose. Maximize the productive lifespan of the building and equipment ·. Promote Environmental Sustainability. Maintain, or restore the facility and all related elements (i.e. Maximize building efficiency. Lower overall operating costs.

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Construction Today

APRIL 10, 2024

The construction industry stands on the brink of a transformative era, driven by the advent of electric and intelligent compaction equipment. This new age technology is not just a nod towards sustainability but a leap into efficiency, offering a myriad of benefits from reduced emissions to enhanced precision in infrastructure projects.

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Stok

APRIL 26, 2021

San Francisco/Denver (April 27, 2021) – Stok, a provider of sustainability and high-performance building services, announces Devon Bertram as Vice President of Sustainability Consulting. Devon Bertram, VP of Sustainability Consulting, Stok. Jacob Arlein, CEO, Stok. ABOUT STOK. Stok is reimagining the built environment.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

These tools provide real-time data on environmental conditions, equipment performance, and worker health, allowing for timely intervention and preventive measures. Some of the trends are: Sustainable Construction: The focus on sustainable practices is a growing trend in the construction industry.

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Natural Building

MARCH 24, 2021

This is sustainable because the materials have low embodied energy, are locally abundant, and can create energy-efficient buildings. Moreover, an adobe house is very customizable in terms of design, and expensive construction equipment is minimized. The post Are Adobe Houses Sustainable?

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 15, 2024

In reality the efficacy of spending precious dollars on facilities repair and maintenance is often overlooked, and the process of sustaining physical infrastructure has little true oversight. Sustainable management of buildings and other forms of physical infrastructure is critical in today’s world of shrinking resources.

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Green Industry Professionals

AUGUST 29, 2016

Electric mower and handheld equipment maker joins Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2019

These exhibits will give attendees a chance to learn about electric equipment, unmanned machines, predictive maintenance, and… At a recent press conference, AEM offered a glimpse into how Conexpo 2020 will showcase disruptive technologies and trends that will shape the future of the industry.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 24, 2023

3# Detailed knowledge of local market labor, material, equipment, and productivity information a granular level is required to produce a verifiable and defensible construction cost estimate that is actionable. Get a handle on sustainment, restoration, maintenance, and new build costs.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 9, 2023

Objective, granular works tasks come in the form of locally researched unit price cost books (UPBs) that include a task description, unit of measure, and detailed labor, material, and equipment breakdowns in composition and cost. Establish a baseline for improvement.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Whether a repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, or new build project, certain fundamental processes and information are REQUIRED to create a valid construction estimate. 3 Current, locally researched cost database inclusive of all required labor, material, and equipment. Here is an outline of those requirements: #1.

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BD+C

MARCH 29, 2024

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 30, 2023

Energy Efficiency And Sustainability Energy efficiency and sustainability are key considerations when designing structures for extreme environments. Renewable energy sources, like solar panels or wind turbines, can offer a sustainable and reliable power supply for the structure.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 19, 2023

Labor, Materials, Equipment, and Productivity must be detailed and based solely upon LOCAL MARKET CONDITIONS. This can ONLY occur using detailed line item granular work tasks that include local market labor, material, equipment, and productivity information. Sustainable Facilities Management [contact-form] 4bt.us

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Fieldwire

APRIL 18, 2022

Eco-conscious organizations like the United Nations are developing sustainability targets to reduce adverse ecological effects. While we will always need to renovate and construct buildings, researchers are assessing the causes of emissions and developing sustainable alternatives to traditional practices.

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CK Power

AUGUST 2, 2023

Some end customers are prioritizing environmental sustainability when evaluating contractors or products. And we expect charging equipment to standardize on important components. While charging equipment has yet to standardize across the industry, we maintain partnerships with all the biggest players in the space.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Photos courtesy Cunningham Baron By Bill Bellico The construction industry is equipped with many tools to further its mission of fostering sustainable building practices. Assessing the carbon footprint of a building is one major tool aimed at addressing concerns regarding climate change.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 3, 2023

For example, Renteca is a company that rents out welding equipment. This allows them to establish a strong presence in the market and attract potential clients who are in need of welding equipment for their projects. Regular evaluation ensures that your marketing efforts align with this goal.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 12, 2024

Attaining a sustainable built environment requires Facilities Leaders NOT Facilities Managers. #1. Managers complain about documentation, especially allocating the time and resources to develop a detailed, well communicated Scope of Work including local market granular material, equipment, and labor requirements.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

has been named to the 2014 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), recognizing Caterpillar as a sustainability leader in the Industrial Engineering sector. Caterpillar Inc. This marks the 13th year for Caterpillar to be included in the list since DJSI debuted in 1999. Among the reasons Caterpillar made the 2014 list are:'

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 2, 2021

Volvo Construction Equipment is building a testing and demo center at its Customer Center in Eskilstuna, Sweden, dedicated to testing and demonstrating the latest innovations in sustainable power, connectivity, and autonomous solutions. It plans to complete the area by the fall. The area will cover…

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 2, 2021

Volvo Construction Equipment is building a testing and demo center at its Customer Center in Eskilstuna, Sweden, dedicated to testing and demonstrating the latest innovations in sustainable power, connectivity, and autonomous solutions. It plans to complete the area by the fall. The area will cover…

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

The design retains architectural features and industrial equipment from the original structures while also incorporating new sustainable practices and gathering spaces.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Komatsu was selected as a component of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Indices (DJSI). For DJSI selection, companies are analyzed and evaluated along a diverse range of items in the three areas of economic performance, environmental conservation efforts and social activities.

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