HardHatChat
MARCH 27, 2018
Prefabricated elements such as pre-cast concrete walls, which Englewood installed for a Blain’s Farm & Fleet store in Romeoville, Ill., can have a positive impact on a construction project’s schedule and budget. Something we’re hearing a lot about in our industry right now is the growing trend and popularity of prefab and modular commercial construction solutions.
The Constructor
MARCH 20, 2018
What is Thermal Insulation of Buildings? In general, people living in hot regions wants to make their inside atmosphere very cool similarly people.
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Construction Business Owner
MARCH 15, 2018
Recently, a crew working a “tilt-up” job in Austin, Texas, got a frightening reminder of how important regular crane maintenance and equipment inspections can be after an accident on the jobsite. (You can watch live video of the accident at youtube.com/watch?v=Mn6PYOG6sWw.).
Construction Marketing
MARCH 13, 2018
Construction is one of those industries notorious for being male-dominated and, at times, not as welcoming to women. What’s that experience truly like? Here are some opinions of women working in the construction industry, because who better to describe a woman’s experience in construction than actual women? Challenges Women Face in Construction. Women make up only 4% of the workforce in natural resources, construction, and maintenance.
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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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 20, 2018
As we discussed in a recent blog post , the JBKnowledge 2017 Construction Technology report found that building information modeling (BIM) adoption in the United States has been fairly slow, with only 27 percent of construction companies having a BIM department. BIM is a 3D modeling method used to improve collaboration and streamline construction processes, and it’s yielded some pretty impressive results worldwide.
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Green Building Law Update
MARCH 18, 2018
There are more than a Million houses in the U.S. with solar panels installed on the roof and that number is increasing. It can be difficult if not dangerous to fail to properly address rooftop solar panels at the time of sale of a house. Among the most often made inquiries to this law firm arise from the failure to properly transfer installed solar panels.
The Constructor
MARCH 19, 2018
There are number of factors that cause the structure to excessively lean or settle. For example, liquefaction of soil beneath the foundation after.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 9, 2018
Sarah Carr, vice president of education services for McCarthy Building Companies Inc., is no stranger to the construction industry. Carr has been with McCarthy for almost 24 years.
Construction Marketing
MARCH 14, 2018
The scenic view surrounding your house should be eye-catching and breathtaking. All this can be achieved by finding the perfect lake house. At times this can be hard to find due to budgetary constraints. That is why when you look for a designer, you should be very vigilant and careful. Do a good detailed research and a background check to confirm the credentials of the designer.
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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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 28, 2018
Engineering News Record recently revealed its list of the 20 Best Projects of 2017. More than 700 projects were submitted from across the country and were judged on high standards of teamwork, safety, problem-solving, innovation and quality. Every one of the projects on ENR’s list demonstrated the team’s ability to do great work despite challenging environments and circumstances, collaboration at a higher level in order to complete projects at an accelerated pace, and impeccable safety achieveme
Lets Build
MARCH 14, 2018
Construction management (CM) is a long and extremely demanding process. It’s the foundation for every building project and the key to its success. The main purpose of construction management is to sharply control and monitor the progress of a project in terms of quality, cost and time. It covers a.
Green Building Law Update
MARCH 25, 2018
LEED version 4.1 is now a reality with the release for use today, March 26, of LEED v4.1 O+M – Building Operations and Maintenance. “We are excited to introduce LEED v4.1 in beta, the latest update to the LEED rating system,” said Melissa Baker, senior vice president for Technical Core with USGBC, when we spoke last week. “The changes made to the rating system simplify and streamline the certification process for projects of all kinds.
The Constructor
MARCH 16, 2018
Building structures close to the excavation for deep foundations may suffer settlement and subsequent cracking and even failure. Therefore, it is.
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.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 13, 2018
Imagine maintaining 300 pieces of rolling stock plus 200 pieces of equipment spread across the entire United States, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. That’s the challenge Tim Bland, assistant operations manager at Environmental Restoration LLC, faces every day. For 20 years, Bland and his staff have provided emergency response services, site remediation, government services and industrial cleaning to various commercial, state and federal clients.
Construction Marketing
MARCH 14, 2018
Customers who view your “About” page spend 22.5% more than those who don’t. If they’re looking over your “About” page, it’s already a good sign, but you don’t want to lose them there. Use your “About” page to further showcase your construction business and explain to visitors why they should consider your firm over others. Here’s some tips that will enhance your page and help you seal the deal with potential customers.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 14, 2018
At Viewpoint and throughout the construction industry, productivity has been a popular topic of discussion. People are right to be concerned, since in 2017, McKinsey Global Institute found the construction industry’s labor productivity only improved 1 percent globally over the past 20 years. Lagging productivity hurts contractors in many ways, including lost jobs, low profits, and unnecessary headaches like change orders and rework.
Lets Build
MARCH 22, 2018
Home building projects can be very challenging. There is a vast number of parameters that should be taken into serious consideration in order for this type of projects to run smoothly. It goes without saying, that effective communication is key. That’s why optimizing your supply chain information flow is crucial.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
Green Building Law Update
MARCH 4, 2018
This past week and there have been many other times this law firm was consulted about a marketing claim by a building owner with rooftop solar panels that advertises they “use” renewable energy, but the owner sells Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) for the renewable energy it generates, so the Federal Trade Commission says it shouldn’t make the claim.
The Constructor
MARCH 20, 2018
What is Pitched Roof? Pitched roof is a type of roof which is provided with some slope as structure covering. We know that the roofs are generally.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 14, 2018
Construction doesn’t happen in the office—it occurs out in the field among the project teams and during collaboration with everyone involved in the project. This collaboration and the timely sharing of information for fast, well-informed decision making is crucial to success. Data and information needs to be delivered to those who need it when they need it.
Construction Marketing
MARCH 11, 2018
As they say, home is where the heart is. The home should thus be a safe, cozy haven where one can kick back and relax after a long day.There are many ways to improve your home, and the housetipster’s housetips will provide you with all the information you require to do so. This article below also contains a few useful tips to start you off. 1.
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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 7, 2018
Viewpoint’s Digital Contractor Roadshow is kicking off soon and we are on our way to a city near you ! In order to keep you informed of new technology trends and best practices in an ever-changing industry, we are bringing the top thought leaders of the industry to share valuable and timely insights for your construction company. Here is a preview of just a few of the speakers who will be sharing their real strategies and leading technology knowledge at our roadshow events: Steve Coughran.
Lets Build
MARCH 1, 2018
According to Jan Mischke, Senior Fellow at McKinsey & Company and one of the writers of the well-known McKinsey report ‘Reinventing Construction: A Route to Higher Productivity‘, the gap in productivity between average economy and construction is up to $1.6tn a year. This is a shocking statistic which highlights the potential.
FDR Safety
MARCH 28, 2018
In the world of Safety there are differing views on utilizing staffing agencies to fill temporary positions. Many feel that they are quite helpful thanks to their vast network of professionals while others have been disappointed in the quality of the employee they receive. When it comes to filling Temporary Safety positions, hiring managers simply can’t risk hiring an under qualified candidate.
The Constructor
MARCH 17, 2018
Various defects occur during construction in deep excavations such as leakage through retaining wall, dewatering during excavation, retaining wall.
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For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 14, 2018
Currently, there is less than 2 percent unemployment for project managers, estimators and field supervisors in the construction industry. Keeping your best talent should be your top priority. Let’s review a few causes of great employees leaving good companies, and what happens when business owners can’t let go of control.
Construction Dive
MARCH 19, 2018
Construction company officials and advocates say their intense loyalty, dedication and teamwork make veterans inherently good employees.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 7, 2018
Construction software can have a big impact on the productivity of a company, especially when selected thoughtfully and implemented wisely. And it’s no surprise that increases in productivity have a big impact on contracting companies’ bottom lines. In an industry that’s traditionally struggled with productivity , technology solutions that can boost productivity growth are incredibly important.
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