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Understanding the Tools & Telematics on Your Machines

Construction Business Owner

Understanding the Tools & Telematics on Your Machines ccapoccia Thu, 05/16/2024 - 08:33 On today’s construction jobsites, it can be cumbersome to keep projects moving forward safely, quickly and in sync — but not if you have machines and tools that can help you orchestrate when, where and how you work. It all begins and ends with data — from the inputs that indicate whether a machine is being operated safely to the back-end reporting that helps a fleet manager determine whether their company

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Looking for a BETTER Job Order Contracting Solution?

Job Order Contracting

If you are looking for a better job order contracting solution, it’s time we talked. Bolster your team with a diverse range of perspectives and expertise can help ensure you’re sufficiently covering all you requirements. Transparently communicate your plans, SOWs, and requirements so that everyone has a firm grasp. Remember that repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builders can no longer be the purview of one person or a small group of individuals.

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Construction leaders have raised the safety bar, yet more work remains

Construction Dive

Large GCs have elevated their jobsite practices in recent years in order to limit risk, said a safety expert with insurance firm Charles Taylor.

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How To Build Up And Stand Out By Delighting Your Construction Clients

Contractor Bookkeeping

Most businesses understand that customer satisfaction is crucial to their success. Happy clients are likelier to remain loyal, refer others, and leave positive reviews. This trend has only been amplified by social media and online review sites, where negative feedback can spread quickly and damage a company's reputation. In an increasingly competitive marketplace, more than an effective customer service system is needed: you must provide customers with a positive and memorable end-to-end experie

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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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US, Canadian Crews Will Meet in the Middle With Gordie Howe Bridge Sections

ENR Construction

Crews building the new crossing will soon reach a milestone as bridge sections being built between Detroit and Windsor, Canada will be joined in the middle by the end of June.

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How to Bolster Classroom Security with Security-Rated Glazing

BD+C

How to Bolster Classroom Security with Security-Rated Glazing 1 kcichowicz Mon, 05/20/2024 - 10:02 Several types of security-rated glazing play different roles in safer school design. This blog looks at three types and how they can enhance classroom security. As recommended by the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) and other organizations, a multilayered approach to safer school design provides multiple fail safes and time barriers to maximize the effectiveness of a comprehensive security

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As backlog rises, so does contractors’ confidence

Construction Dive

New work increased 2.4% last month, but only time will tell if construction optimism is justified in the face of fresh headwinds, said ABC’s chief economist.

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CEMEX Collaborates with Industry Giants to Revolutionize Eco-Friendly Construction

Construction Today

The construction industry has long been recognized for its substantial environmental impact, contributing significantly to global carbon emissions and resource depletion. As the world increasingly turns towards sustainable practices, the construction sector is also striving to reduce its environmental footprint. At the forefront of this transformative effort is CEMEX, a global powerhouse in… Source The post CEMEX Collaborates with Industry Giants to Revolutionize Eco-Friendly Construction

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Feds Issue Final Rules to Boost Transmission Project Development

ENR Construction

Long-anticipated Federal Energy Regulatory Commission rules require power providers to conduct 20-year-ahead plans for long-term transmission needs and give agency backstop siting authority for projects that cross multiple states.

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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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US Water Heater Market Projected to Reach $5.08 Billion by 2029

Contractor Magazine

Research and Markets' study finds the market is highly fragmented, with many companies competing for market share.

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ABC: Construction Input Prices Increase in April

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction input prices increased 0.5% in April compared to the previous month, according to the latest Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data. Nonresidential construction input prices increased.6% for the month. Prices increased in 2 of the 3 energy subcategories last month. Crude petroleum prices were up 10.6%, while unprocessed energy materials prices increased 8.2%.

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$3.6B Brent Spence Bridge clears environmental review

Construction Dive

The megaproject between Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky aims to address a key congested freight link and fortify the supply chain.

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Skanska USA’s Excellence in Construction Leadership Program

Construction Today

Skanska USA, a leading name in the construction and development sector, has launched the Excellence in Construction Leadership Program (ECLP). This initiative underscores Skanska’s dedication to fostering professional growth among its employees and maintaining high standards within the construction industry. As the construction landscape becomes increasingly complex, the need for adept leaders who… Source The post Skanska USA’s Excellence in Construction Leadership Program appeared f

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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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Chinese Solar Firm Picks Partners for 283-MW South Africa PV Project

ENR Construction

Trina Solar Co.'s selection of installation partners for the solar photovoltaic project will help keep the project on target for completion within the next two years.

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Logboat Brewery Turns to Integrated Facility Services for an Automation Upgrade

Contractor Magazine

When the time came to expand the brewery, Head Brewer Josh Rein decided to reach out to the controls and systems experts at IFS.

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Scottish Parliament unanimously approves cladding remediation Bill

Construction Law

The Scottish Parliament has unanimously approved legislation that gives Ministers powers to assesses and remediate buildings with unsafe cladding where consent of the owners has not been provided. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Construction input prices jump again, continue 2024’s upward climb

Construction Dive

A new ABC report points to yet another sign that inflation is accelerating and that interest rates are set to stay higher for longer.

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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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Intel and Micron Join CHIPS Initiative to Double Female Construction Workforce

Construction Today

In a groundbreaking move to boost female participation in the construction industry, Intel and Micron Technology have announced their commitment to the CHIPS Women in Construction Framework. This initiative, launched by the U.S. Department of Commerce, is part of the broader CHIPS for America program and aligns with Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo’s Million Women in Construction initiative… Source The post Intel and Micron Join CHIPS Initiative to Double Female Construction Workf

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Federal Investigations Into Baltimore Bridge Collapse Consider Wider Threats to Infrastructure

ENR Construction

The inadequacy of existing safeguards to protect bridges and other infrastructure from ever-larger container ships was considered in a House hearing May 15, a day after the NTSB released its preliminary report on the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

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Weekly Product Gallery: Noritz, Bradford White, Lochinvar, Peerless, Georgia Boot, Festool

Contractor Magazine

This week, we highlight a commercial condensing tankless water heater, a series of heat pump water heaters, a light commercial electric boiler, a kitchen and bathroom faucet collection, a waterproof work boot, and a cordless compact dust extractor/cordless track saw combo kit.

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Public sector project management slammed in MPs report

Construction Law

Public sector major project capabilities have been slammed by the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee (PAC) in a report that says government departments have become over reliant on consultancies and engineering and construction companies as civil service technical and engineering skills have been neglected. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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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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$2B George Washington Bridge restoration passes midway point

Construction Dive

The 11-part program includes critical rehabilitation work on steel ropes and cables, which support the weight of the deck.

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Custom architectural railing solutions for multifamily projects

BD+C

Custom architectural railing solutions for multifamily projects 1 kcichowicz Wed, 05/15/2024 - 08:52 MFPRO+ Video Fairway specializes in creating architectural railing and design solutions for multifamily projects. Whether you need a standard option or a completely custom design, the Fairway team works with you to ensure railings that are Smart, Safe, and Architecturally Significant.

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Australian Semi-Modular Bridge System Shows Promise For US Projects

ENR Construction

The InQuik system offers a lighter-weight, faster alternative to precast bridges and is drawing attention of transportation agencies across the country.

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2024 Construction Employment Changes by State

Construction Superintendent Magazine

In March, the U.S. construction industry added a whopping 39,000 jobs, roughly double the average pace over the past few years and defying expectations of an already stretched-thin labor force. However, the construction industry remains highly localized and the where is extremely important when it comes to getting any project over the finish line. The distribution of gains by state reveals much about the industry’s needs and direction.

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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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Government wins landmark remediation legal action

Construction Law

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has won a landmark legal challenge against a freeholder that will force it to fix serious building safety issues in a Stevenage tower block. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Granite CFO announces retirement

Construction Dive

Lisa Curtis, a steadying presence during the company’s turnaround, will step away in September, when Chief Accounting Officer Staci Woolsey will take over the role.

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Take AD Systems’ Sliding & Swinging Doors for a Spin!

BD+C

Take AD Systems’ Sliding & Swinging Doors for a Spin! 1 kcichowicz Tue, 05/14/2024 - 11:27 Check out this new way of looking at AD Systems’ high-performance door systems. Explore the innovative, interactive 3D visualizer to see how AD Systems’ solutions can be used in real-world settings. To start, this tool showcases their doors in applications for health care applications.