Top 10 green building products for 2014
BD+C
NOVEMBER 19, 2013
Green Building Council’s Greenbuild convention in Philadelphia on Thursday, November 21. Body Image: read more.
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19 industry groups team to promote resilient planning and building materials
BD+C
MAY 13, 2014
Leaders of America’s design and construction industry – along with building owners and operators - for the first time have agreed to promote resilience in contemporary planning, building materials, design, construction and operational techniques as the solution to making the nation’s aging infrastructure more safe and secure.
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Construction Cost Estimator – Line Item
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 21, 2017
Field construction knowledge – Without knowing what types of crews are currently used for drywall installation or asbestos removal, impacts of site conditions or security/access issues, etc., Higher Education. Transportation (Airports/Mass Transit). State Government and/or K12 Education.
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Job Order Contracting - Untitled Article
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 23, 2019
At the time, the federal sector portfolio (as well as education, state/county/local government), etc. The General Services Administration (GSA) maintains the Federal Government’s database of all real property under the custody or control of executive branch agencies, except for property excluded for reasons of national security.
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A bonding experience: Ensuring good concrete-to-flooring adhesion
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 3, 2018
For flooring that is adhered to a concrete slab, achieving and maintaining a secure bond is essential for long flooring life and satisfactory performance. Arts & education. For flooring that is adhered to a concrete slab, achieving and maintaining a secure bond is essential for long flooring life and satisfactory performance.
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The Problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy
Building Information Management
JULY 21, 2016
Despite the obviously limited nature of our economic and environmental resources, a significant amount of waste associated renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction of buildings and infrastructure (dams, roads, utilities, airports, bridges…) continues unabated. Continuous education, training, and improvement.
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Credible Construction Estimate Core Elements
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 20, 2023
Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, collaborative construction delivery methods, and current, objective, local market granular cost data as well as supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant cost savings via signifincant improvements in cost visibility, cost management, and productivity.
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Industry Focus: Global Aerospace Production Soars To New Heights
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 3, 2014
The state also is home to leading manufacturers of all types of aircraft and aircraft components and one of the nation’s largest military, defense and homeland security industries. With 19 commercial airports, Florida airports are some of the most frequented travel destinations in the U.S.
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2013 Global Construction Survey
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 5, 2013
In 2013, KPMG interviewed executives from 165 engineering and construction companies around the world, serving a range of markets including energy, power, industrial, healthcare/pharmaceutical, manufacturing, mining, education and government. Key findings: 1. Slow recovery / growth continuing with “stable or higher margins” 3.
A bonding experience: Ensuring good concrete-to-flooring adhesion
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 3, 2018
For flooring that is adhered to a concrete slab, achieving and maintaining a secure bond is essential for long flooring life and satisfactory performance. Arts & education. For flooring that is adhered to a concrete slab, achieving and maintaining a secure bond is essential for long flooring life and satisfactory performance.
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FEATURE STORY: State of the Year – Tennessee
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 19, 2014
In addition to retaining its automotive crown, Tennessee notched top 10 finishes in Best Business Climate, Best Infrastructure, Renewable Energy Leaders (Power Generation) and Best Education Climate. RACING TO THE TOP IN EDUCATION. The TN Department of Education also has launched TNLEAD Leadership Grants. initiative.
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Life-cycle management of the built environment – To BIM or Not to BIM?
Building Information Management
OCTOBER 25, 2013
Buildings, roads, dams, electrical grids… are with us for a very long time and linked to the success and failure of just about everything… education, health, national security, transportation, habitat, sustainability, national and local economies and more. That said, we are not acting as stakeholders of our built infrastructure.
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Job Order Contract – Frequently Asked Questions
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 26, 2016
facility or infrastructure (road, bridges, airports, mass transit, utility…) renovation, repair, sustainability, maintenance, and minor new construction projects. There may be one or several co-efficients (normal hours, after hours, secure locations, remote locations, etc.). What is a typical JOC scope of work.
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Construction Trends
Building Information Management
APRIL 4, 2016
EDUCATIONAL. The FAA is upgrading airports in step with need, and money is actually going to be spent on rail. Any spending will focus security and protection against anticipated severe weather events. We, for some reason, continue to build. COMMERCIAL. Not much expected be happening here. HEALTH CARE. COMMUNICATION.
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The Problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy
Building Information Management
JULY 21, 2016
Despite the obviously limited nature of our economic and environmental resources, a significant amount of waste associated renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction of buildings and infrastructure (dams, roads, utilities, airports, bridges…) continues unabated. Continuous education, training, and improvement.
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CMMS Facilities Operations Maintenance Best Management Practices
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 5, 2017
operations and record keeping, trash-recycle removal, security services, service contracts, utility charges (electric, gas/oil, water), insurance (fire, liability, operating equipment) and taxes. Introductory and ongoing education and training. It does not include capital improvements. that support a common data environment (CDE).
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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
AUGUST 5, 2013
Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing the state’s strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. CPRT will secure private financing for the residential building, which will also be an asset of the WMF.
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BIM – Attempting to Run before you can Walk? – BIM EU-wide Procurement Initiative
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 26, 2013
More education and resources should be expended upon life-cycle management of the build environment vs. 3D modeling. Our technology is currently serving over 85% of United States Air Force bases and rapidly growing numbers of other DOD and non-DOD (United States Army Corps of Engineers, Army, GSA, Homeland Security, VA.)
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Top 10 Construction Companies in the USA
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 18, 2020
Bechtel Group has expertise in the Infrastructure, Energy, petrochemicals, defence and nuclear security and mining and metals. London Airport. Dubai International Airport. Construction of Abu Dhabi International Airport. Construction of new campus of Hi-Tech Education and business incubation Saudi Arabia.
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Logistics: No Drivers Needed
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 30, 2017
In addition to warehouses, autonomous vehicles in logistics can also be found in airports, harbors and yards. As the city grows, its airport activity expands. In its 2017 fiscal year, Nashville International Airport (BNA), the region’s conduit for air travel, served a record-breaking 13.5 percent increase. million residents.
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51 STATE FOCUS – Ohio: Slow And Steady
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
SEPTEMBER 10, 2013
Ohio made a number of appearances in Business Facilities’ 2012 State Rankings report , reaching 7th for Automotive Manufacturing Strength and Best Education Climate; 4th for Economic Growth Potential, Race to the Top Leaders and Best Transportation Infrastructure; and 10th for Workforce Health and Safety. About 65 percent of the entire U.S
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What Is Building | Types of Building
CivilJungle
AUGUST 12, 2022
Educational Building. The buildings in which people can live securely and also which have many parts like bedroom, dining room , bathroom, living room, storage room, and garage are called residential rooms. Educational Building. For it to be called an educational building , The building should match some criteria.
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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 17, 2016
An airport of entry (AOE), usually designated with the word “international”, provides customs and immigration services for incoming flights. These services allow the airport to serve as an initial port of entry for foreign visitors arriving in a country. NASHVILLE ASCENDS: A CITY AND AIRPORT FLYING HIGH. military forces.
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Industry Focus: Aerospace Sector Is Flying High Again
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 5, 2016
AvEx, a world leader in the niche market of aviation exterior painting, has been located at Acadiana Regional Airport (ARA) in New Iberia for over 25 years. Market accessibility is a differentiator in the Gulf Coast region, with easy access to interstate, rail, ports, and airports.
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COVER STORY: Editors’ Location Picks
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 18, 2012
3 Rivers Connect is a nonprofit agency that helps individuals, educators and community leaders use information and technology to make the best possible decisions about the allocation of resources and delivery of services. 1,608 m) long and was deemed unsuitable for the increasing amount of air traffic coming into the airport.
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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
The southwest side of Louisiana is in a strategic location with access to ports, airports, rail, the Intercoastal Canal, and America’s premier pipeline that helps to deliver industrial products across the country,” he said. The parish has a Municipal Airport with a 5,000 foot instrument landing runway capable of handling a 737 aircraft.
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72 Aireon Relocating, Expanding HQ In Virginia
Business Facilities
JULY 22, 2019
“Aireon chose to remain in Fairfax County and expand the headquarters due to its proximity to downtown Washington, DC, the Federal Aviation Administration and the area’s regional and international airports,” said Rich Nyren, chief financial officer of Aireon.
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Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona
Business Facilities
AUGUST 23, 2017
Mesa has one of the nation’s most unique cybersecurity assets—Arizona Laboratory for Security and Defense Research (AZLabs). Air Force Research Laboratory for several years, the City purchased the facility in 2014, renamed it, and retained its high security protocols. After leasing the U.S.
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Location Focus: Illinois – Trying to Make Headway in Every Way
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2014
percent for a secure, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Served by three interstate highways: I-90, I-290 and I-355, Arlington Heights is conveniently located only 10 miles from O’Hare International Airport and five miles from Chicago Executive Airport. million for runway improvements at Chicago Executive Airport.
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Advancing sustainable construction: Specifying low-carbon concrete
Construction Specifier
JUNE 17, 2024
are vulnerable to flooding, hurricanes, tornados, and wildfires, motivating insurers to take steps to educate policyholders on fortifying their buildings to help make disasters less damaging and costly. Denver is no stranger to the intensifying climate change impacts on water security. Millions of properties across the U.S.
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BUSINESS REPORT: Stafford County – Where Connectivity And Opportunity Intersect
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 28, 2014
The county is situated along I-95 with 5 interstate interchanges and it is within an easy drive to four major airports—Dulles, Reagan National, Baltimore Washington International and Richmond. Stafford Regional Airport recently opened a new 10,000-square-foot terminal. A BUSINESS FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT.
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45 FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
APRIL 18, 2013
The Alliance has a strong partnership with Broward County’s Workforce One employment center, securing nearly $1 million state and local training assistance for 1,107 employees in local companies. They are guided by a board of directors made up of community-minded people from business, labor, education and government throughout Oswego County.
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106 Business Facilities Names 2013 Deal of the Year Winners
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 27, 2014
million-square-foot building located on 83 acres near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. “Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors,” Rogers said. manufacturing.”
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105 BIM, Productivity, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 23, 2013
Our educational system as well as our industry is at the threshold of fundamental change. We currently serve over 85% of United States Air Force bases and rapidly growing numbers of other DOD and non-DOD (United States Army Corps of Engineers, Army, GSA, Homeland Security, VA.) An RSMeans Strategic Partner.
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40 BIM, Productivity, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 23, 2013
Our educational system as well as our industry is at the threshold of fundamental change. We currently serve over 85% of United States Air Force bases and rapidly growing numbers of other DOD and non-DOD (United States Army Corps of Engineers, Army, GSA, Homeland Security, VA.) An RSMeans Strategic Partner.
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40 SPECIAL REPORT: Two Train Cars Forward, Three Cargo Ships Back
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 22, 2012
It is the largest business practice a company has to manage and to be deemed successful and efficient it should be done in a cost-effective, timely, safe and secure fashion. There are networks with 120,000 miles of major railroads, more than 25,000 miles of commercially navigable waterways and more than 5,000 public-use airports.
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45 Waiting On A Plane - Guest Article From Randall S. Soules
Contractor Bookkeeping
MAY 13, 2014
Flying, in and of itself, is stressful enough nowadays, what with getting to the airport two hours early, ”undressing” in front of strangers at the security desk, long, slow lines, and the potpourri of people you encounter. She got through security, customs, and boarded the plane on time. And that’s if everything goes smoothly.
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50 Demand For Efficient Life-Cycle Building Management Processes – BIM, JOC, IPD – FIATECH PRESENTATION – 2012
Building Information Management
APRIL 10, 2012
Field specific variables, such as weather, on-going operations, soils conditions, security, safety, site lay-out, environment protections and other contexts must be considered as well as the means and methods of work execution. These and other variables impact the overall cost, timing, and ultimate success of the project.
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Louisiana: Where Partnerships Propel Innovation and Investment
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 9, 2015
Louisiana is bringing together state, regional and local partners, including business and higher education resources, in intelligent collaborations yielding sustainable economic growth. Innovative partnerships among state, regional and local partners, including higher education campuses. Credit: Louisiana Economic Development).
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Guide to Top 2022-23 Construction Conferences & Events
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 6, 2022
This year’s event features training and techniques in concrete and masonry, countless exhibits from original equipment manufacturers, and educational certification seminars. More than 130 education sessions are planned, more than 1,400 exhibitors are expected, and plenty of demonstrations and networking events to attend as well. .
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52 LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 14, 2014
Recently you may have heard that Indianapolis International Airport is offering daily nonstop flights to both Los Angeles and San Francisco. Louisville International Airport is the home of UPS Worldport, which completed three expansions since 2003. By Dominique Cantelme. From the September/October 2013 issue. and San Francisco.
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BUSINESS REPORT: Virginia’s High-Tech Economy Keeps Growing
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 16, 2012
Virginia offers a talented work force, more than 500,000 students enrolled in over 100 in-state institutions of higher education and easy access to domestic and global markets through Washington Dulles International Airport, the Port of Virginia and two of the nation’s largest railroads.
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40 FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
million-square-foot building located on 83 acres near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors,” said BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers.
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107 NASA, NUAIR Partner To Grow Central New York Drone Industry
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 4, 2017
In 2015, as part of the round four CFA, the state invested $4 million to install state-of-the-art surveillance and airport surface radar equipment at Griffiss Airport. ” Local educational institutions are also working to further drone industry efforts in the region.
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