August, 2015

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The Key to Jobsite Fall Safety

Construction Business Owner

Each year in the United States alone, more than 200 construction workers are killed by falls and more than 10,000 are seriously injured. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls are the number one cause of death in the industry, accounting for more than 36 percent of all deaths in 2013. By ensuring workers are properly trained, companies may be able to avoid the physical, emotional and financial distress that often results from an accidental fall.

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Experience vs. Credentials: Does Your Commercial Construction Contractor Make the Grade?

HardHatChat

A culture that values safety training of its own accord, not just as a minimum requirement to be met, is an important credential in any construction firm. With back-to-school season here, it’s exciting to think about students heading off to pursue a degree or certificate in a construction field. Anyone who does so is probably making a smart move – according to a recent study , construction is the industry with the second largest talent shortage in the U.S., and the Bureau of Labor Statistics sho

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Three Benefits of Upgrading Your Construction Equipment

Construction Marketing

The construction industry remained buoyant despite predictions of a slow yet stable recovery after the general election. Investing in the equipment that makes your business functional, is possibly one of the smartest investments you can make as these valuable assets can reduce downtime, limit the number of accidents in the workplace and improve company efficiency.

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Calif. law a model for all heat illness prevention programs

FDR Safety

Living out here in California, we have many parts of our state that can get very hot and stay that way all summer long. One of the best things I have seen CAL/OSHA do in the past few years is address the hazards of working in hot environments through an updated Heat Illness Prevention law. While the law only applies in California, it provides a great guide for employers everywhere to protect their workers from the heat.

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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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Newsletter signup - Thank you page

Viewpoint Construction Technology

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Smart Maintenance Diagnostics

Construction Business Owner

For owners and operators, machine maintenance is a necessary evil. While daily inspections may take time out of each day, it is better to find issues early than let them grow into bigger problems down the road. However, there are several simple tips that can be used to shorten the time and effort spent maintaining your machine.

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Aloha Ken Wagner

Cassell Construction Estimating

The Cassell Team is sad to announce the retirement of our Senior P6 Consultant, Ken Wagner. He has been our Senior Oracle Primavera Technical Consultant and Oracle certified Enterprise Portfolio Implementation Specialist for the implementation of P6 Project Management, Ken has over thirty plus years of executive level experience in program and project management, working in state and federal government, defense and commercial industries.

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2015 CMA STAR Awards: Call For Entries

Construction Marketing

We are so pleased to announce our 3 rd year of the Construction Marketing STAR™ awards and the Construction Marketer of the Year™ Awards! The Construction Marketing STAR™ Awards recognize the best marketing across sixteen categories (78 sub-categories) including advertising, Internet, packaging, trade shows and more. Each category will have STAR and SUPERSTAR winners, along with a BEST in SHOW.

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August 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

Stats show importance of employee safety on- and off-the-job. FDRsafety named one of the top 3 safety consulting firms in the U.S. FDRsafety names three regional business managers. Join Our Mailing List. Stats show importance of employee safety on- and off-the-job. By Fred Rine. CEO, FDRsafety. By Fred Rine. The latest edition of the annual Injury Facts book published by the National Safety Council is out, and while company CEOs and safety directors might not take the time to read all 210 pages,

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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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The Legal System tends to not be very friendly to small business

Constructonomics

What good is a contract or laws if it costs $50,000 – $100,0000 to go to court.

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What one change would you make to LEED to encourage green building?

Green Building Law Update

In recent days, I asked the question, “what one change would you make to LEED to encourage green building?” to four score and seven people familiar with green building. This was a highly unscientific poll that is not representative. The small sample was not randomly selected, but rather each was a professional working on green building projects, so the results have some statistical reliability.

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Extend Engine Life

Construction Business Owner

Improvements to Tier 4 engines help burn cleaner fuel and reduce air emissions. To meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fuel requirement standards, Tier 4-compliant engines—designed with high-pressure common rail (HPCR) systems and fuel injectors—use ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel.

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DD# 83: Publishing a Project Web Site

Cassell Construction Estimating

If you are limited on your IT budget for P6 licenses and still want to allow stakeholders to view project data you can use the non-licensing publishing feature in Primavera P6. You can select designated project information from Activity Layouts, Reports from the reports library, and Tracking Layouts to be published a share drive where you can allow access to designated stakeholders.

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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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Expert Interview with CMA’s Chairman & CEO

Construction Marketing

In a recent interview with 24/7 Massachusetts Contractors Academy , CMA’s Chairman and Chief Marketing Officer, Neil M. Brown, gives expert advice on creating a marketing association for the construction industry. If you are already a part of the respective construction industry, you either think you know everything there is to know about construction or you may feel like you should never stop learning.

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In the weeds: OSHA answers very specific questions

FDR Safety

While OSHA standards are extensive, many companies still find they are not always sure how to apply them to everyday work situations. One solution: Ask OSHA for clarification. In response to inquiries, OSHA has from time to time provided written interpretations of how its standards apply to specific work situations and archived them on its website. It is clear from scanning the list of interpretations that lockout/tagout is a subject that raises many questions for companies.

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PERC research helps determine the water efficiency threshold

Contractor Magazine

Mike Gipson. How low can you go? Although reducing the water usage of plumbing fixtures prompts the emergence of low-flow toilets that support water conservation, unintentional consequences such as the lack of water pressure can negatively affect the drain line carry efficiency. read more.

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Court Blows Away Permits for Wind Turbine Eagle Kills

Green Building Law Update

On August 11, a federal court set aside the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rule allowing 30 year permits to “take” bald and golden eagles. In an industry born from tax credits and government energy policies an interruption of one of those key policies can bring wind turbine construction to a halt. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, which was enacted in 1940, imposes criminal and civil penalties against “whoever” shall “take, possess, sell, purchase, barter, offer to sell, purchase or bart

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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.

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3-D Modeling On the Move

Construction Business Owner

What a difference 10 years can make in the world of technology. That's how long it has been since 3-D modeling began infiltrating the construction business. Building information modeling (BIM) has evolved from simply being a way for design architects to communicate their vision to clients to becoming a means to building better structures. Recent advances in 3-D modeling technology acknowledge the value to the construction industry of working from an accurate buildable model throughout the entire

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Feature Story: Georgia Governor’s Report – Georgia’s High-Powered Growth Engine

Business Facilities

Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. From foreign investment to surging film production and expanding water resources, Gov. Nathan Deal is making sure that Georgia is building a foundation for sustainable growth. Feature Story: Georgia Governor’s Report – Georgia’s High-Powered Growth Engine appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.

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JCB creates its own customer base

Digger Blog

This Freddy Vaudrey who at the age of 26 has already bought his third JCB. This Freddy Vaudrey who at the age of 26 has already bought his third JCB.

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Finding a Career in the Safety Industry

FDR Safety

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

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.

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Education in the trades is evolving, giving contractors more options to advance their skill sets

Contractor Magazine

By Neal Lorenzi. Be a cutting-edge contractor. New technologies are being introduced. As consumers become more aware of these options, they expect their contractors to be experts when coming into their home or business. read more.

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Court Blows Away Permits for Wind Turbine Eagle Kills

Green Building Law Update

On August 11, a federal court set aside the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rule allowing 30 year permits to “take” bald and golden eagles. In an industry born from tax credits and government energy policies an interruption of one of those key policies can bring wind turbine construction to a halt. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, which was enacted in 1940, imposes criminal and civil penalties against “whoever” shall “take, possess, sell, purchase, barter, o

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Focus on Employee Incentives

Construction Business Owner

For owners of closely held, service-based businesses contemplating the total or fractional sales of their companies, attracting and retaining key employees is critical to creating and sustaining value for the long term. A service-based business faces the unique challenge of proving its continuing viability to a potential buyer, since its assets are people.

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Strong July Construction Employment Reveals Need for More Workers: AGC

Construction Equipment

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) has sounded the alarm about the availability of labor following a strong July showing on employment gains.

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How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

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.

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Technology Touching Landscape Equipment

Green Industry Professionals

Five examples of how "high-tech" had made its way to some of today's landscaping equipment.

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Ace Your Safety Job Interview

FDR Safety

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Importance of video marketing for plumbing contractors

Contractor Magazine

Everyone loves a video. True, some people retain more information by reading text, but incorporating the two together can do wonders for marketing your plumbing or HVAC business online. read more.