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Preventing flooring failures: Factors to consider in substrate prep

Construction Specifier

By David Gross Substrate preparation is a crucial first step in the flooring installation process and it can significantly impact the appearance and longevity of the final flooring material. While most floor covering installers understand the concept of basic preparation steps such as cleaning and leveling, some are less experienced with the additional technical aspects of moisture and pH testing.

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Your Guide to the Diverse Range of Compact Loaders on the Market

Construction Business Owner

Your Guide to the Diverse Range of Compact Loaders on the Market ccapoccia Mon, 06/03/2024 - 07:09 Today’s construction contractors have unprecedented options when it comes to selecting a new compact loader for their fleet. An impressive variety of sizes, options, features, benefits and attachment choices are available to fit any number of conceivable tasks and jobsite needs.

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Code compliance not enough to protect builders from lawsuits

Construction Dive

Contractors and engineers need to keep up as the climate changes amid outdated guidelines, said legal experts at the recent 2024 NIBS conference in Washington, D.C.

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Work Continues for UVM’s On Campus Multipurpose Center

PC Construction

The PC Construction team is now well underway on the next phase of The University of Vermont’s On Campus Multipurpose Center project, continuing the extensive renovations to the university’s athletic facilities. Current work includes 11,000 square feet of renovations and fit-ups to multiple spaces within the Forbush building of the existing 300,000-square-foot Patrick-Forbush-Gutterson Athletic Complex.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Caterpillar to pay $800K discrimination settlement

Construction Dive

The Department of Labor found the manufacturer discriminated against 60 Black applicants at its Decatur, Illinois, factory.

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Baltimore Bridge Rebuild RFP Targets Fall 2028 Completion

ENR Construction

The Maryland Transportation Authority issued a request for proposals May 31 for Phase 1 of the Francis Scott Key Bridge replacement.

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Tutor Perini, Black Construction win $74.4M military base project

Construction Dive

The Los Angeles-based contractor formed a JV with its subsidiary to build a child development center at Andersen Air Force Base on Guam.

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Autodesk Names New CFO After Audit Reveals Accounting Discrepancies

ENR Construction

The company will change how it books multiyear software subscriptions after audit finds revenue from such deals was accounted for incorrectly.

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Building Remodel for Energy & Money Savings

Wolgast Corporation

If you’re currently ready for an office remodel, you have the potential to save a considerable amount of money by investing in modern, energy efficient products and installations. With 29% of your operating expense being spent on utilities 1 , the energy efficient products that have become available over the last six years or less can make a big impact.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Autodesk Appoints New CFO After Audit Into Recent Accounting Practices

ENR Construction

The tech giant says it will change how it books multiyear software subscriptions after an audit committee found lower revenue in the end years of such deals was accounted for incorrectly.

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Has your Final Payment Notice become Conclusive?

Construction Law

Stephanie Geesink , Counsel, and Dom Turner-Harriss of Watson Farley & Williams LLP examine a case that provides guidance on w hen a F inal Payment notice can be challenged. The judgment is vital case law, they argue. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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Southwest Gas Sells Part of Contracting Unit Centuri in IPO

ENR Construction

Activist investor Carl Icahn holds a substantial investment in the large constructor ranked at No. 9 on ENR's Top 600 Specialty Contractors list.

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Alliancing to solve antagonism in public procurement – An Italian perspective

Construction Law

Professor Sara Valaguzza of the University of Milan provides an Italian perspective on what seems to be a worldwide drive towards more collaborative ways of working on construction and engineering projects. In this first part of a two part article, she argues that public contracting authorities and private parties often behave as if they were adversaries from the start, so the construction phase is constantly at risk of becoming a disputes battleground.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.

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Southwest Gas Sells 20% of Contracting Unit Centuri in IPO

ENR Construction

Activist investor Carl Icahn holds a substantial investment in the large constructor ranked at No. 9 on ENR's Top 600 Specialty Contractors list.

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Step Forward Step in Rights?

Construction Law

Alex White and Jane Hughes of Trowers & Hamlins LLP describe the benefits and disadvantages of exercising step in rights. which are exercised only rarely despite the expense incurred in negotiating them. But parties, particularly funders, insist on having them. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Why GPS Fleet Tracking and Management is an Invaluable Technology for Owners & Managers

Construction Business Owner

Why GPS Fleet Tracking and Management is an Invaluable Technology for Owners & Managers GPS fleet tracking is an invaluable tool for construction businesses wanting to protect their assets, minimize liability, and reduce costs. mhodges Mon, 06/03/2024 - 15:42 Buckle up for safety. At Azuga, we understand the paramount importance of fleet safety and efficiency.

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Risks and opportunities of ECI and NEC option X22

Construction Law

Early contractor involvement is a growing trend as clients take on board the message that it can lead to better project outcomes. It demands more proactive management however, as Anne-Marie Friel and Sam Roberts of Pinsent Masons LLP stress in this examination of NEC’s Option X22 which provides a mechanism for managing early engagement of contractors.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Construction Law Guide to: Insuring a Construction Project

Construction Law

The latest in our Guides to Construction Law series comes from Jessica Tierney of DLA Piper who looks at the key types of insurance cover widely used in the industry. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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Avoiding investor pitfalls in complex construction financing arrangements

Construction Law

Construction constantly becomes more complex, in engineering and organisation and legal aspects. Lawrence Winsor , Counsel, of Vinson & Elkins ’ Houston office, says project financing is increasing in complexity as well. Some simple tactics can help avoid pitfalls and disputes. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Reports from the courts: June 2024

Construction Law

Our regular round up of the court cases of most interest to construction comes from Andrew Croft , Ben Spannuth and Daniela Miklova of Beale & Company Solicitors LLP , who look at a judgment that serves as a reminder that the relevant provision must form part of a party’s standard written terms for the Unfair Contract Terms Act to apply; and one highlighting that parties should ensure they understand the wording and effect of their contractual provisions before contracting with another party

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Insolvency in construction: the ‘bounce back’?

Construction Law

Guest Editor Daniel Warren of DLA Piper UK LLP questions whether recent improvements in the economy are reflected in construction’s fortunes. If the rate of insolvencies in the industry is anything to go by, the answer is no, he says. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

Construction firms embracing AI are outperforming the competition. This exclusive guide unpacks the impact of AI-driven analytics, automation, and predictive insights on project management, risk reduction, and workforce transformation. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget.

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Construction Law: June 2024

Construction Law

Editor’s comment Biodiversity uncertainty highlighted in NAO report Starving local authorities of funds has hollowed out engineering and planning departments and the impact is undermining government’s ability to pursue its own policies, Editor Nick Barrett says. News Our regular news round up focusses on a disputes survey that suggests artificial intelligence will have an impact on contracts sooner than many think; a Labour Party plan that involves scrapping the IPA and the NIC; and a landmark

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England and Wales High Court (Technology and Construction Court) Decisions: May 2024

Construction Law

Decisions of the Technology and Construction Court of the English and Wales High Court for May 2024. Supplied by BAILII, The British and Irish Legal Information Institute. Click on the case title to read the full decision on the BAILII website.