HardHatChat

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Here’s a look at our top 2016 commercial construction “highs” and “lows”: Low: Mall Retail Tenants Choose Local over National. However, over the last year, we’ve seen more retail brands award tenant build-out work to local firms rather than national construction partners. High: Big Opportunities in Big Box Retail.

Commercial 156

Commercial Retail Construction Chicago 156

Pro Builder

JUNE 10, 2022

The Housing Industry Post-Pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic is essentially over, but the disruption to the housing industry that lies in its wake will be felt for years to come. Housing, Industrialized: Marketing Industrialized Construction to Consumers. Fri, 06/10/2022 - 12:33. Rich Binsacca, Editorial Director.

Housing 119

Housing Industrial Profitability Retail 119

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 19, 2018

By 2020, technology adoption in construction is expected to reach 70 percent, according to a 2017 report from McKinsey Global Institute. There has also been an increase in mobile device and cloud storage use at companies throughout the construction industry. At Viewpoint, we know the construction industry.

Software 200

Software Software Viewpoint Construction 200

FDR Safety

DECEMBER 1, 2017

While there are plenty of indications that the new agency leadership will seek to reconsider, revise, or even rescind the amended recordkeeping rules, it appears that the most recent deadline, December 15, 2017, will stand. While one might think that the list of supposed “high hazard industries” is short, it is actually extensive.

OSHA 185

OSHA Employment Injury Drafting 185

BD+C

JUNE 12, 2018

A new market analysis compiled by Yardi ® Matrix reports that the industrial sector of the U.S. Warehouse and distribution assets posted double-digit total returns, record low vacancy rates and all-time high rents in 2017 and are on track for an even stronger year in 2018, according to the report. economy is performing solidly.

Industrial 56

Industrial Retail 56

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

employers (21 percent) plan to add staff in the fourth quarter of 2017, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey. “Technological disruption is transforming manufacturing into a high-tech, high-skilled industry,” said Michael Stull, Senior Vice President, Manpower North America. One in five U.S.

Employment 43

Employment New Mexico America Plans 43

BD+C

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Leopardo Companies, a construction firm serving Chicago and the Midwest, has released its 2017 Construction Economics Report and Outlook, an in-depth analysis of factors that impact development, renovation and build-out costs in commercial facilities, including the office, industrial/manufacturing, retail, multifamily, healthcare and lodging sectors. (..)

Chicago 40

Chicago Retail Construction Renovating 40

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Our newest sponsor, Renoworks – providers of market leading visualization solutions for the building products industry , are hosting the Remodeling Growth Forum. Marketing & technology trends in the building products industry. Shifting consumer expectations when shopping for remodeling services providers. Learn More Now.

Remodeling 120

Remodeling Visualization Software Software 120

The Korte Company

DECEMBER 28, 2017

What do the most remarkable deals of 2017 tell us about this remix and its effects on our daily lives? Hospitals , too, are merging horizontally when they can, as did pharmacy retailers. The efficiencies of online business have continued to fell the old giants of retailing. Our health. What we watch. How we make things.

US 40

US Deals Bidding Retail 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 6, 2016

The latest ULI Real Estate Consensus Forecast , a semi-annual outlook, is based on a survey of 48 of the industry’s top economists and analysts representing 36 of the country’s leading real estate investment, advisory, and research firms and organizations. percent in 2017 and 7.1 percent for retail up to 4.0

Commercial 40

Commercial ULI Forecasting Retail 40

Construction Cost Estimating

DECEMBER 13, 2019

This is called Off-site Modular Construction, and it is shaking the construction industry at the roots. Growth in Modular Construction Business There has been an increased demand for off-site modular construction, ever since the construction industry has rebounded up since 2013.

Site 52

Site Construction Retail Office 52

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

4 in Best Business Climate, Texas—all have been perennial contenders for BF’s top honor, the State of the Year Award: Texas and Tennessee each have won the award three times since it was created in 2007; Virginia was the 2018 SOTY; Alabama won BF’s top award in 2017. “An facility in Jackson, TN.

North Carolina 111

North Carolina San Antonio Louisiana Tennessee 111

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 26, 2017

Cafeterias and food retail can have a positive impact by elevating healthy food and beverage options onsite. The Center for Active Design will roll out FITWEL to initial selected partners this year and have a broader launch in mid 2017. Providing access to fresh water reduces consumption of less healthy alternatives.

Sustainability 120

Sustainability Certification New York City Green 120

Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Based on the macroeconomic factors that are known to drive the industry, home improvement sales should outpace GDP growth. "Some of the newest data on housing should help maintain the positive momentum the industry started experiencing last year. History is included back to 1992 and estimates are provided out to 2017.

Products 56

Products Forecasting Contractors Retail 56

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 12, 2013

a designer of handbags, gifts, travel bags and accessories, has announced plans to expand its operations in Indiana, creating up to 128 new jobs by 2017. Today, Vera Bradley is available at 79 Vera Bradley retail stores and 14 outlet stores across the country. Posted by Heidi Schwartz. Vera Bradley, Inc., Mike Pence.

Indiana 49

Indiana Plans Travel IDEA 49

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

The Grand Rapids region is home to industry leaders in applied technology, sustainable practices and industrial design. The region has some of the nation’s largest industry concentrations in metals, plastics, biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, production technology, automotive, office furniture and food processing.

Metro 108

Metro Atlanta Austin Innovation 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

In addition, the expansion is planned to be built at no net cost to the company’s customers and will help stabilize electric rates over the long term by providing a rate reduction totaling $10 million per year by 2017, commencing with a $3.3 GDP (All Industry 2011): $148.9 million reduction in 2015. Revolving Loan Funds.

Iowa 53

Iowa Estimating Industrial Retail 53

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Issue. Southwest Louisiana is undergoing an industrial renaissance with record amounts of domestic and foreign-direct investment in new chemical and energy projects,” Gov. By the BF Staff. Lotte had already closed an investment deal with Westlake Chemical for the construction of a $1.9 Edwards said. “We

Louisiana 72

Louisiana Airports Zoning Transportation 72

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

is contemplating a move from Brooklyn to Middlesex County, where the manufacturer and distributor of nuts, dried fruits, and trail mixes would acquire a 61,950-square-foot facility in Perth Amboy to increase cost-effectiveness and expand into other retail channels. Gourmet Nut Inc.

New Jersey 43

New Jersey NJ Employment Retail 43

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 28, 2019

Savvy players in the environmental industrial complex will find business opportunities to lead and profit in environmental matters, including opportunities advantaged by these newly enacted laws. In Maryland, state law does not address carryout bags provided by retail establishments. Expanded Polystyrene Ban.

Maryland 120

Maryland Permits Sewer Housing 120

cnstrctr

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

When I started my career in construction one of the biggest challenges I faced was how to learn about construction and the industry. What I found was that the industry is fragmented and there’s no magical pill to learning about construction. Construction Industry Publications.

Construction 68

Construction Conference Industrial Resource 68

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

percent in 2012, retail sales will grow at an average pace of 3.7 This is due in part to the fact that economic recovery in Florida is feeding into retail sales. These incentives will make Florida more competitive in attracting manufacturing companies and expanding the industry in the state. percent); and Information (1.7

Florida 74

Florida Zoning Airports Employment 74

Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Issue. Arizona is home to a surging ecosystem of global giants, early stage entrepreneurs and tech-savvy Millennial talent who are breaking new ground across a wide range of industry growth sectors. Build to suit retail/restaurant pads and Class A office development opportunities.

Arizona 76

Arizona Innovation San Diego Phoenix 76

Business Facilities

DECEMBER 6, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. This high achievement level is one reason a 2017 Chief Executive survey of CEOs placed Iowa second in the nation in worker quality. At the same time, industrial electricity rates in Iowa are nearly 20 percent below the national average, and U.S. By the BF Staff.

Iowa 43

Iowa Site Illinois Education 43

Business Facilities

AUGUST 7, 2019

billion) and Retail ($109.6 million directly in the travel industry and 6.8 million in other industries. Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. casino industry supports 1.8

Travel 51

Travel Las Vegas Nevada Florida 51

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 6, 2016

ERI) will expand its operations in southwest Indiana, creating a total of up to 102 new jobs by the end of 2017. ERI supplies services and products for the television and radio broadcasting industry. Electronics Research Inc. Photo: Ridgeline Broadcast Services, LLC).

Indiana 50

Indiana Equipment Retail Plans 50

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

The global online shoe retailer will create approximately 160 new jobs as part of the expansion. Driven by the need to expand Ebuys’ online fulfillment capabilities, the new 600,000-square-foot facility will be operational in February 2017. Ebuys, Inc. will open a new distribution facility in La Vergne, TN.

Tennessee 40

Tennessee Retail Transportation Employment 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 28, 2014

According to the program website, START-UP NY is geared to give businesses access to resources of world-class higher education institutions, including industry experts and advanced research laboratories. billion industry with several new studio complexes under development. business experience. ACHIEVEMENT IN WORKFORCE TRAINING.

Indiana 108

Indiana NJ Georgia Kentucky 108

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 11, 2017

From the September / October 2017 Issue. P redictions about the speed of technological advances usually invoke a formula known in the semiconductor industry as “Moore’s law,” first postulated in 1965 by Gordon Moore, the co-founder of Fairchild Semiconductor and Intel. By Jenny Vickers. Photo: shutterstock.com).

Rhode Island 56

Rhode Island Colorado Maryland Innovation 56

Business Facilities

AUGUST 21, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Issue . Florida is working on legislative, fiscal and marketplace initiatives such as insurance tort reform, targeted industry incentives and many more. In addition, for businesses in certain targeted industries or specialized locations, the state offers additional financial incentives. By the BF Staff.

Florida 72

Florida Tampa Airports Employment 72

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

Alabama Infrastructure Grant Program: Funds are available to public entities for extension of water, sewer and road facilities to service new or expanding industries. Alabama Industrial Access Road & Bridge Program: Provides financial assistance to communities for industrial access to new and expanding industries.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 9, 2016

Energy Efficiency and Solar Grants: Commerce received a $25,000,000 appropriation in the 2015-2017 state Capital budget to continue the program. Generally loans range from $250,000 to $5 million. Eligible entities include state public higher education institutions, local government facilities, state agencies and K-12 public school districts.

Washington 40

Washington Commercial Employment Retail 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

According to Mike Evans, executive director of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Industrial Development Board (IDB), state officials began the project recruitment about 18 months ago, with multiple locations throughout the state under consideration by Hankook. FILM INDUSTRY GROWS IN GA.

Deals 107

Deals Georgia Arizona Atlanta 107

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 18, 2012

The city that rose on three mighty rivers in western PA is home to a number of industrial powerhouses, including aluminum giant Alcoa, U.S. A burgeoning health care industry drives the regional economy in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh: Healthcare Hub. Pittsburgh, PA perennially makes our list of the most livable cities in the nation.

Omaha 76

Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 23, 2013

Borghetti Turbos’ products are marketed under the Master Power brand and used in commercial trucks, high-performance automobiles and marine and industrial applications. Advanced automotive manufacturing is a strong industry for us…”. Retail Business in Charlotte and for its Global Technology & Operations organization in Cary.

North Carolina 74

North Carolina South Carolina Electrical Charlotte 74

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

Industries that qualify for the CAPCO program may include manufacturing, processing, or assembling products; conducting research and development; or providing services. ALABAMA INDUSTRIAL ACCESS ROAD & BRIDGE PROGRAM: Provides financial assistance to communities for industrial access to new and expanding industries.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

Pro Builder

JANUARY 11, 2021

A first-floor retail plaza helps maximize the site’s amenities. . The use of dark, washed metal accents and black casement windows with red and brown brick gives Valley & Park’s exterior an industrial warehouse look that achieves one of the design team’s primary goals: to bring urban flair to a suburban neighborhood. Valley & Park.

Design 84

Design Housing Plans AIA 84