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The Dotted Line: How contractors ensure the project owner can pay

Construction Dive

Contractors are used to owners scrutinizing their credit and financial wherewithal, but sometimes turnabout is fair play.

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OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology

Safety Services Company

OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology . As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. The number of citations against this standard exceed 6,000, with industries such as Construction and manufacturing identified as top offenders.

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Smart City Building

Contractor Magazine

The autonomous smart building is the secret formula for building a smart city.

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The Case for Virtual Reality Training as a Way to Recruit Skilled Workers

Construction Business Owner

One of the latest and greatest trends to help construction businesses succeed is virtual reality (VR) training. Construction companies throughout the nation are using VR training to beat the labor shortage and attract, recruit, train and retain highly qualified staff.

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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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How to Build Affordable Concrete Homes?

The Constructor

Affordable concrete house construction is needed at current times more than ever before due to population growth, and other factors. The population.

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BIM software guide: 3D is nice but data is what you need

Lets Build

What is BIM software? That’s a question that lately is attracting more and more attention to the construction industry. Interestingly enough, there are many different answers to it, as well. The truth is that Building Information Modeling is much more than a software solution, as it touches upon the way you organise your workflows, collaborate.

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5 Smarter Equipment Rental Marketplace Methodologies

Construction Business Owner

In the equipment rental world, it’s difficult to imagine that technology and automation will ever replace the need for direct and open lines of communication. No matter how advanced, thorough and user-friendly the marketplace tech platform may be, there are still some best practices that both renters and suppliers can use to maximize performance and value.

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What are the Types of Frame Structures?

The Constructor

Different types of frame structures are available that have been used in building construction. They are classified into two major types namely rigid.

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Software Technology for Construction Firms

Construction Marketing

Software technology is evolving rapidly and construction firms are embracing Cloud Adoption, Accounting/Finance, CRM and mobile technologies. A recent study by the Business Software Education Center identified planned investment and implementation of key technologies among construction and other executives in North America. The C-Suite Software Sentiment Study was recently conducted (May 2019) and surveyed over 500 executives in construction and other industries, and all geographic locations.

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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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Cold storage: a hot construction niche

Construction Dive

Demand on several fronts is driving both new construction and renovation of cold storage facilities, which take longer to build than standard warehouses.

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How to Maximize Your Bond Programs

Construction Business Owner

Although you can’t eliminate risk in the construction industry, good planning, policies and internal controls can minimize it and ensure you have the bond capacity you need to win work now and in days to come. Take these tips from the NFL's playbooks. .

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Activities in the Construction of Concrete Foundation

The Constructor

Construction of concrete foundation is divided into number of work activities with specific objectives and completion time for each activity is.

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Social Media in Construction Webcast and Survey

Construction Marketing

A webcast and survey regarding social media marketing usage and best practices in the construction industry is announced by the Construction Marketing Association (CMA). The complimentary Social Media Summit – Construction – Webcast is scheduled for Thursday, October 10 , 2019 (1 pm CST). Webcast panelist include Kevin Enke , Digital Technology Manager, KLEIN TOOLS, will share social media examples, and commentary.

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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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Data transformation starts at the C-level

Construction Dive

An in-house chief executive with a background in technology and data can guide executives and employees into this mostly unchartered — but essential — territory.

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How to Come Back from Winning as the Lowest Bidder

Construction Business Owner

As a contractor, while your bidding scenario may change, ultimately, you will be faced with the underlying questions, “Where did we get that number?” and, “How confident are we in our number?” The simple truth is that if companies do not have the necessary tools and access to critical cost and productivity data, they are at great risk of missing the schedule and coming in over budget.

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10 Structural and Non-structural Applications of Bricks

The Constructor

There are many applications of bricks in the field of civil engineering such as construction of structural elements like walls, retaining walls,

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Greenbuild – The Target Rich Environment for Green People

Green Building Law Update

I am often asked, “how can I expand my green building business?” And I have offered the same response for more than a decade – attend the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo (. yes, you will have to talk with people while you are there). This year Greenbuild is in Atlanta from November 19 thru 22 with some of the best original programming on “disaster prep” (. more than food prep).

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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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Tech 101: Reality Capture

Construction Dive

Used for years by firms like Clark, Skanska and PCL, reality capture is the undisputed tool for conceptualizing built environments in useful data models, experts explain in this primer on the technology.

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[VIDEO] Skycatch Turns Images of Microsoft Campus into 3D Model

Construction Equipment

Skycatch, a company offering an advanced drone image processing platform, has been powering the mapping portion of the additions to Microsoft’s new campus in Redmond, Washington.

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Concrete Construction Technique

The Constructor

Concrete has been known to mankind from the 19th century. In recent days, the evolution of use of concrete technologies has been vast. But the.

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You Don’t Need Google Reviews… Until You Get a Negative One

Contractor Magazine

You should respond to all reviews, but especially the negative reviews.

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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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OSHA gets new construction director

Construction Dive

The new head of the Directorate of Construction, Scott Ketcham, will help shape OSHA policy, according to an industry expert.

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Fall overseeding for a thick, healthy lawn

Green Industry Professionals

Fall is the perfect time for landscapers to overseed — a practice that can benefit both cool- and warm-season turf

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What is Proof Stress? Importance and Determination

The Constructor

Proof stress of a material can be defined as the stress at which the material undergoes plastic deformation. Proof stress is determined as the stress.

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Contract award playbook: What to do when you have just been awarded a contract

Lets Build

Congratulations! After a long and demanding process, you have finally been awarded a contract by a client. As soon as you receive the letter of award, confirming your selection for a particular contract, you need to move fast and plan ahead. In some cases, a “standstill period” might be required. This gap between letting all.

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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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BREAKING: DOL finalizes $35K overtime threshold

Construction Dive

The update takes effect Jan. 1 and is perhaps one of the most anticipated rulemakings from DOL.

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A fresh start: upgrades and expansions mark new school year

BD+C

Another school year has begun and has ushered in the start or completion of myriad new construction, renovation, and/or improvement projects at the elementary, secondary, and collegiate levels.

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Steps Involved in Concrete Construction of Buildings and Structures

The Constructor

Concrete has been known to mankind from the 19th century. In recent days, the evolution of use of concrete technologies has been vast. But the.

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