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How a contractor chooses to excavate on a jobsite can make all the difference in the project outcome. When one considers that 30 to 40% of all excavations lack the appropriate protective solutions, it should come as no surprise that projects are often over budget and overdue. MORE
Safety issues on jobsites can arise when trade workers primarily speak Spanish or other languages that managers don't, a survey shows MORE
Today's modern contractors are ready to take advantage of technology solutions designed to help them better mine and analyze construction data MORE
The process, rolled out this week, could put increased emphasis on the Fatal Four, a former Department of Labor official said MORE
How a modern technology approach can drive smarter, more streamlined projects - boosting profitability MORE
156 The intersection of strategy, marketing, and technology, commonly known as MarTech, is penetrating the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries. MORE
Business competition creates both challenges and opportunities. The ideal self-interested business model is a monopoly, of course, if you can get away with it. MORE
Here are the top 10 factors that keep employees engaged and productive in the workplace, according to new research from Aerotek. Read: Workplace Satisfaction: What Do Workers Want? at BusinessFacilities.com. MORE
As a construction company owner, you are getting paid, paying someone, or both. Contracting is all about money and taxes. With your job being not only physically demanding but also mentally draining, have you considered valuing your efforts? MORE
Trade wars may come and go, but U.S. ports are in it for the long haul: expanding their services and dredging harbors to make way for ships carrying gigantic containers. Read: U.S. Ports: Sizing Up The Logistics Industry at BusinessFacilities.com. MORE
In Detroit colorful little homes are intended to help solve desperate urban problems. Every single house is different on purpose,” said the Rev. Faith Fowler, the executive director of Cass Community Social Services , a nonprofit group that is building the two dozen tiny homes. MORE
The Electric & Gas Industries Association (EGIA) hosted the latest installment of its EPIC educational conference to a crowd of over 850 contractors MORE
The new federal qualified opportunity zone (QOZ) tax credits are expected to unleash up to $6 trillion in capital investment in more than 8,700 economically distressed areas in the U.S. Read: Opportunity Zones: Window Of Opportunity at BusinessFacilities.com. MORE
With more contractors embracing digitization through adopting specific jobsite tools or construction tech ecosystems, such as Autodesk’s BIM 360, and with construction making Investopedia’s “Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries in the United States” list, the future looks bright for the industry. MORE
“No more black boxes!” That’s how Mark Schwettmann, AIA, of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, summarizes one of the trends influencing recent convention center construction and renovation. . MORE
The complete findings from our inaugural Giants 300 Technology and Innovation Study are now published and available for download at BDCnetwork.com/2019TechSurvey. MORE
Business, industrial and technology parks increasingly are providing all of the amenities needed to attract and keep a skilled workforce, a top priority for 21st-century growth sectors. Read: Editor’s Picks: Business, Industry And Tech Parks at BusinessFacilities.com. MORE
The Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey to identify the effectiveness of different social media approaches of architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals. MORE
BIM (Building Information Modeling) is the efficient management of the life-cycle of the built environment supported by digital technology. It’s important to not that “3D” or “3D visualization” is not include in this core definition of BIM. MORE
The company will establish a new distribution center in Austell, GA, creating 150 new jobs in the metro Atlanta region. . Read: US Elogistics Service Investing $4M In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com. MORE
Contractors want money; banks want to lend money, what's the problem? Think of all the times: You loaned money to a friend or relative. Provided labor and material for somebody's home or business without a deposit check. Did change order work that you never got paid for doing and never will. MORE
Certain areas of the country are enjoying an added boost from the current construction boom. Here are some of the top projects in the most active states MORE
Kenworth Sales Co. celebrated the opening of its new full service St. George, Utah, facility. The 21,000-square-foot facility sits on 10 acres and features 12 service bays, expanded parts inventory, new and used truck sales, rental, and leasing. This new store allows us to better facilitate the MORE
Lateral torsional buckling is a buckling phenomenon observed in unrestrained beams. When a beam subjected to loads results in both lateral. Structural Engineering Causes of Lateral Deflection in Beams Factors Affecting Lateral Torsional Buckling in Beams lateral torsional buckling in beams MORE
Wages were also up at the end of the month, to $30.81 an hour from $30.15 an hour last September MORE
111 Content marketing is arguably the hottest topic in marketing. But what about the nuances of content marketing and the construction industry? Thats where the Construction Marketing Association (CMA) comes in. Please register for our Content Marketing Best Practices Webcast on Thursday November 7, 2019 at 1 PM CST. Register here. MORE
We hear the term “networking” a lot lately. Perhaps in all the buzz, we’ve lost the real meaning behind this industry buzzword MORE
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Even though business has never been better for many contractors, there are signs that the construction industry may be in for a downturn, economists say MORE
Across the U.S, states are promoting clean energy with energy-saving rules for buildings, appliances, and more, according to the 2019 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard. Read: Clean Energy: New York Joins Top 5, Maryland Is Most Improved at BusinessFacilities.com. MORE
The 1.2-million-sf shopping mall Rosedale Center in Roseville, Minn., yesterday disclosed its plans for a $100 million-plus expansion that will add a hotel, grocery, multifamily housing, fitness centers, restaurants, coworking spaces, more retail, and a medical office building MORE
Navigating the construction licensing landscape can be a tricky issue for contractors; thankfully there are resources available to guide them MORE
Construction remains one of the top five industries driving the world economy. Yet until recently, it’s been lagging behind virtually every other sector in the adoption of technology MORE
On September 20, 2019, the Financial Services Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4329, the ESG Disclosure Simplification Act of 2019. MORE
We’re honoring the movement that is changing the face of construction —and the organizations behind it MORE
Construction Marketing
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey to identify the effectiveness of different social media approaches of architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals.
Surveyor
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Navigating the construction licensing landscape can be a tricky issue for contractors; thankfully there are resources available to guide them
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 7, 2019
Wages were also up at the end of the month, to $30.81 an hour from $30.15 an hour last September
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Trade wars may come and go, but U.S. ports are in it for the long haul: expanding their services and dredging harbors to make way for ships carrying gigantic containers. Read: U.S. Ports: Sizing Up The Logistics Industry at BusinessFacilities.com.
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Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 13, 2019
On September 20, 2019, the Financial Services Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4329, the ESG Disclosure Simplification Act of 2019.
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Construction Marketing
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Content marketing is arguably the hottest topic in marketing. But what about the nuances of content marketing and the construction industry? Thats where the Construction Marketing Association (CMA) comes in. Please register for our Content Marketing Best Practices Webcast on Thursday November 7, 2019 at 1 PM CST. Register here.
Surveyor
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Today's modern contractors are ready to take advantage of technology solutions designed to help them better mine and analyze construction data
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Construction remains one of the top five industries driving the world economy. Yet until recently, it’s been lagging behind virtually every other sector in the adoption of technology
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 7, 2019
The new federal qualified opportunity zone (QOZ) tax credits are expected to unleash up to $6 trillion in capital investment in more than 8,700 economically distressed areas in the U.S. Read: Opportunity Zones: Window Of Opportunity at BusinessFacilities.com.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 15, 2019
The Electric & Gas Industries Association (EGIA) hosted the latest installment of its EPIC educational conference to a crowd of over 850 contractors
BD+C
OCTOBER 11, 2019
The intersection of strategy, marketing, and technology, commonly known as MarTech, is penetrating the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries.
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 15, 2019
As a construction company owner, you are getting paid, paying someone, or both. Contracting is all about money and taxes. With your job being not only physically demanding but also mentally draining, have you considered valuing your efforts?
Surveyor
OCTOBER 15, 2019
We’re honoring the movement that is changing the face of construction —and the organizations behind it
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 4, 2019
The process, rolled out this week, could put increased emphasis on the Fatal Four, a former Department of Labor official said
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Across the U.S, states are promoting clean energy with energy-saving rules for buildings, appliances, and more, according to the 2019 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard. Read: Clean Energy: New York Joins Top 5, Maryland Is Most Improved at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 7, 2019
How a contractor chooses to excavate on a jobsite can make all the difference in the project outcome. When one considers that 30 to 40% of all excavations lack the appropriate protective solutions, it should come as no surprise that projects are often over budget and overdue.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“No more black boxes!” That’s how Mark Schwettmann, AIA, of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, summarizes one of the trends influencing recent convention center construction and renovation. .
The Constructor
OCTOBER 6, 2019
Lateral torsional buckling is a buckling phenomenon observed in unrestrained beams. When a beam subjected to loads results in both lateral. Structural Engineering Causes of Lateral Deflection in Beams Factors Affecting Lateral Torsional Buckling in Beams lateral torsional buckling in beams
Surveyor
OCTOBER 8, 2019
We hear the term “networking” a lot lately. Perhaps in all the buzz, we’ve lost the real meaning behind this industry buzzword
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Even though business has never been better for many contractors, there are signs that the construction industry may be in for a downturn, economists say
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Business, industrial and technology parks increasingly are providing all of the amenities needed to attract and keep a skilled workforce, a top priority for 21st-century growth sectors. Read: Editor’s Picks: Business, Industry And Tech Parks at BusinessFacilities.com.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 4, 2019
BIM (Building Information Modeling) is the efficient management of the life-cycle of the built environment supported by digital technology. It’s important to not that “3D” or “3D visualization” is not include in this core definition of BIM.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Kenworth Sales Co. celebrated the opening of its new full service St. George, Utah, facility. The 21,000-square-foot facility sits on 10 acres and features 12 service bays, expanded parts inventory, new and used truck sales, rental, and leasing. This new store allows us to better facilitate the
BD+C
OCTOBER 1, 2019
The 1.2-million-sf shopping mall Rosedale Center in Roseville, Minn., yesterday disclosed its plans for a $100 million-plus expansion that will add a hotel, grocery, multifamily housing, fitness centers, restaurants, coworking spaces, more retail, and a medical office building
Surveyor
OCTOBER 2, 2019
How a modern technology approach can drive smarter, more streamlined projects - boosting profitability
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Certain areas of the country are enjoying an added boost from the current construction boom. Here are some of the top projects in the most active states
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 2, 2019
The company will establish a new distribution center in Austell, GA, creating 150 new jobs in the metro Atlanta region. . Read: US Elogistics Service Investing $4M In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 11, 2019
Contractors want money; banks want to lend money, what's the problem? Think of all the times: You loaned money to a friend or relative. Provided labor and material for somebody's home or business without a deposit check. Did change order work that you never got paid for doing and never will.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 10, 2019
With more contractors embracing digitization through adopting specific jobsite tools or construction tech ecosystems, such as Autodesk’s BIM 360, and with construction making Investopedia’s “Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries in the United States” list, the future looks bright for the industry.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 9, 2019
Business competition creates both challenges and opportunities. The ideal self-interested business model is a monopoly, of course, if you can get away with it.
Natural Building
OCTOBER 4, 2019
In Detroit colorful little homes are intended to help solve desperate urban problems. Every single house is different on purpose,” said the Rev. Faith Fowler, the executive director of Cass Community Social Services , a nonprofit group that is building the two dozen tiny homes.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Safety issues on jobsites can arise when trade workers primarily speak Spanish or other languages that managers don't, a survey shows
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Here are the top 10 factors that keep employees engaged and productive in the workplace, according to new research from Aerotek. Read: Workplace Satisfaction: What Do Workers Want? at BusinessFacilities.com.
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