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MAY 18, 2022

With rising material costs in construction, purchase orders are a great way to control costs… IF you can track your budget!

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OCTOBER 14, 2021

Protecting Your Business From Fluctuating Materials Prices. All construction industry stakeholders are aware that material prices, especially lumber, have seen steep increases that are unprecedented in the United States. Alex Headley. Thu, 10/14/2021 - 08:17.

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OCTOBER 11, 2021

If the right piping material is not chosen during construction, A commercial building’s plumbing infrastructure is vital to its operations.

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OCTOBER 8, 2022

The embodied energy of building material is the total non-renewable energy or primary energy (carbon released) used throughout its entire life cycle, i.e., extraction, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, and disposal. In other words, it is the sum of greenhouse gas emissions attributed to the material during its life cycle.

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DECEMBER 10, 2022

Filler slab technology is an innovative and cost-effective technology where the dead load of the slab is reduced by replacing the concrete with filler material. The fundamental concept behind the filler slab is that an RCC slab does not need concrete located in the slab’s lower half for its construction.

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JULY 29, 2022

How Can Contractors Get Ahead of Fluctuating Materials Pricing? Kathy Wells. Fri, 08/26/2022 - 05:00. " />.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Finding the right building material for your next project can be challenging. Cement and concrete are two of the most widely used building materials for construction and have many advantages and disadvantages. appeared first on The Constructor.

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APRIL 6, 2022

2022 Construction Cost Changes. Cost changes you need to know for key construction materials, labor & equipment. Material price hikes. The construction industry has never seen anything like the past two years — and it’s showed in the cost of construction work. construction materials.

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

The Case for Cleaner Construction. According to data from the World Green Building Council, building and construction are responsible for 39% of all carbon emissions in the world. Alex Headley. Thu, 10/07/2021 - 08:30.

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MARCH 14, 2024

2024 Construction Costs Open Forum Now On Demand Expert Insights on Navigating Construction Market Volatility mhodges Thu, 03/14/2024 - 14:58 If there’s one constant in the construction industry, it’s the fact that material costs and labor rates are constantly in flux.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 9, 2023

A look at 2023 construction trends forecasts, built on Q3 & Q4's Construction Metrics Index data from Trimble customers!

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APRIL 1, 2024

Inside Construction's 2024 Risk & Insurance Landscape ccapoccia Mon, 04/01/2024 - 17:00 Uncertainty has defined the construction landscape for several years now. Supply chain constraints, while improving, have limited the speed of access to materials and equipment. Just look across your own company.

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JUNE 19, 2024

Aging Infrastructure of US Transportation Systems Could Cause a Construction Boom ccapoccia Wed, 06/19/2024 - 14:25 The construction industry has faced many hurdles, including an ongoing labor shortage, rising cost of materials, supply chain disruptions and evolving technology that has made it difficult for contractors to keep up.

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APRIL 15, 2024

Strength, Safety & Testing: The Essentials of Concrete Pump Construction ccapoccia Mon, 04/15/2024 - 14:03 Concrete pumps are vital to construction projects, and their durability, reliability and overall performance depend on the quality of materials and the manufacturing practices used to create them.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

The construction of concrete buildings is different from one structure to another based on the size, complexity, function, and materials of the.

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MAY 29, 2023

Strengthening and reinforcing the material is essential in ensuring its strength and durability. Fortunately, there are a variety of innovative materials that can be […] The post Innovative Materials for Concrete Reinforcement and Durability appeared first on The Constructor.

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APRIL 30, 2022

Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) is a high-strength engineered timber formed by bonding multiple thin wood veneers layer by layer using adhesives.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 30, 2022

Our monthly look at construction industry geadlines, with notes on the materials supply chain, project collaboration, and tackling inflation.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, where precision meets creativity and innovation, effective marketing strategies are paramount for attracting top-tier talent across diverse construction job categories. Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects.

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APRIL 11, 2023

As in all walks of life, technology and innovation are changing the landscape of the industrial construction industry. This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. But it is also important to find ways to make the construction process itself sustainable.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Decreasing material costs, a push for more BIM practices, and more high-dollar projects among the construction industry headlines in September.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 11, 2022

With rising costs and stalled supply chains, theft of construction materials from job sites is on the rise; here are 4 ways to protect your projects.

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OCTOBER 16, 2023

It takes extensive preparation and planning to complete your construction project successfully. Sometimes, even the most experienced developers, contractors, owners, and construction managers find it challenging to maintain the highest efficiency standards and stay organized throughout the entire construction process.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 28, 2021

A look at some of the top stories in construction in October, including labor, material and supply chain challenges and companies rewarding workers.

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JUNE 22, 2022

6 Ways the Pandemic Reshaped & Redefined Workplace Construction Projects. Many industries have been disrupted by the pandemic, and construction is no exception. Wed, 06/22/2022 - 14:26.

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JUNE 14, 2022

Construction workers face various challenges in the course of their work. As the owner of a construction firm , you’re responsible for enhancing the safety of your workers. With that said, here are safety precautions to promote safety in a multi-level construction site: . Inspect Your Machines Regularly.

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JULY 28, 2022

How to Offset Construction Staffing Challenges. By the end of 2025, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will have created 461,000 new construction jobs. Construction firms, general contractors and subcontractors are already grappling with labor shortages across the trades, material shortages and supply chain delays.

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JULY 25, 2022

Ferrock is an environmentally friendly construction material used as a cement substitute. It is produced mainly from recycled materials such as waste steel dust and silica from ground-up glass. The post What is Ferrock in Construction? The hardening process occurs when the mixture of steel dust […].

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Central As a construction company, your employees may drive a variety of “commercial vehicles,” which means that even though you’re not a trucking company, you are subject to the Department of Transportation regulations, and also the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association regulations if your vehicles require a CDL to operate.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2023

For decades, construction projects have used traditional methods and materials such as steel and timber to build structures. However, the construction sector has taken an evolutionary leap forward with the introduction of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP).

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Managing Supply Chain Disruptions in the Construction Industry. This has been true for every industry, but few have been as broadly affected as the construction industry. Construction supply chains are naturally complex, and the operating principles that worked in the pre-COVID-19 marketplace may not be as successful today.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Construction Industry Trends: Cost and Project Insights Take a deep dive into the latest cost trends and factors influencing construction costs. WATCH THE WEBINAR NOW Promote to rotator No Main Image Sponsored by Sponsor Link [link] Tags Gordian construction trends Social

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MAY 21, 2022

Asphaltic plug joint (APJ) is a type of bridge expansion joint that is a simple general-purpose expansion device for bridges having a total motion of.

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

The construction industry has seen a lot of changes in the last decade. From introducing innovative building materials to digital design software,

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OCTOBER 27, 2022

Fire resistance is defined as the ability of a passive fire protection system or material to withstand a standard fire resistance test. On the other hand, fire resistance rating (FRR) is the time in minutes or hours for which the construction material or assemblies have withstood a standard fire exposure, under specific test conditions.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

FRP represents a class of materials that falls into a category referred to as composite materials. Composite materials consist of two or more materials that retain their respective chemical and physical characteristics when combined together.

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

Prefab steel construction is transforming the building landscape with its innovative approach. Choosing between prefab steel and traditional construction involves matching the method to your project’s needs. Companies like Price Buildings provide the pre-made parts or structures the construction team assembles on-site.

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