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5 Intriguing Stats on Construction Data and the Jobsite

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A brief look at five intriguing stats about construction data collection from the field.

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5 Steps to Better Project Communication

Construction Business Owner

Process connectivity encourages the team to apply foresight and anticipate potential claims categories to help eliminate surprises over the course of the work. Identifying weaknesses during preplanning is a straightforward way to put the company and managers in a better position to adapt and adjust. .

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LEAN Construction – Top Down or Bottom Up?

Job Order Contracting

LEAN construction, whether new builds, renovation, repair, or maintenance, requires global oversight and local empowerment. Those doing the work must be allowed to make decisions, but within a framework that includes LEAN workflows, processes, standardized information, and full transparency. Robust LEAN Repair, Renovation, and Construction Framework.

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Effect of Fire and High Temperature on FRPs

The Constructor

Fire and high temperature influence properties (strength, stiffness, young’s modulus) of FRPs extensively. It is necessary to understand the.

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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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Construction-related podcasts inspire and educate

Construction Dive

The AEC industry has a surprising offering of easy-to-stream and digestible podcasts with knowledgeable hosts and enlightening guests.

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Construction Sector Waste Due to Flawed Decision-Making

Job Order Contracting

Best value construction planning, procurement, and project delivery methods are readily available to virtually assure maximized environmental and economic returns on AEC, facilities management, and other physical infrastructure repair, renovation, or new construction projects. Flawed-decision making process on the part of real property owners is the primary reason for the AECOO sectors legacy of waste.

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Traversing in Surveying – Types and Methods

The Constructor

A traverse is a series of connected lines whose lengths and directions are to be measured and the process of surveying to find such measurements is.

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10 construction-related podcasts to inspire and educate

Construction Dive

The AEC industry has a surprising offering of easy-to-stream and digestible podcasts with knowledgeable hosts and enlightening guests.

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Your Guide to Managing Construction Risk in 2019

Construction Business Owner

Did you know that 30% of contractors fail because of management issues? As a contractor, you’re likely aware of the multiple risks inherent in running a construction business. Construction projects require a great deal of time and resources.

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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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Why Another Tool Is Needed to Reduce Safety Risks

FDR Safety

Below have demonstrated substantial improvement over the past 25 years. Figure 1. Bureau of Labor Statistics Safety Data. Rate. Rate Change Over Time Period. Percent Change. TRIR (Total Record Incident Rate). 8.4 to 3.1. 63% decrease. Total rate (Case rate for days away Since 1992, US businesses, governmental agencies, and industry have substantially reduced the number of recordable injuries.

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2019 Hotel Giants Report: Hospitality sector is running hot and cool

BD+C

Hospitality is hot—and, as we shall see, it’s also cool. Very cool. The global hotel construction pipeline hit a 10-year high in 2018, according to Lodging Econometrics. In the U.S., nearly 670,000 rooms were in development or under construction last year—116,000 rooms shy of the 2008 peak. New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, Dallas, and Houston are particularly robust.

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Upgraded college stadiums kick off football season

Construction Dive

With more comfortable seating, high-speed wireless access and other new amenities, construction projects at these seven venues have given fans even more reason to cheer.

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September 2019 Construction Industry Stats

Construction Business Owner

American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau construction stats, September 2019.

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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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FERC Rules to Restart Constitution Pipeline Project

Construction Equipment

S&P Global reports that construction on the Constitution Pipeline will resume after New York waived its water quality authority, according to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

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Reducing CO2 through clinker replacement

GCP Applied Technologies

Reducing CO2 through clinker replacement. Phillip.fry@gc…. Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:28. GCP Applied Technologies. September 03, 2019. One approach to reducing carbon footprint is to use supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) to lower the clinker factor of cement. Each 1% drop in clinker factor can reduce emitted CO 2 by 8-9 kg/cement tonne. However, increasing the SCM level to lower the clinker factor usually results in somewhat poorer cement performance.

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National Labor Relations Board's independent contractor ruling called 'employer friendly'

Construction Dive

While misclassification of workers as independent contractors is not a violation of the National Labor Relations Act, employers still need to classify their workers correctly.

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What's New With Construction Contract Standards in Massachusetts

Construction Business Owner

Construction contracts are arguably more important than other contracts because they guarantee the health and safety of all potential occupants of a building. But, they have always been fundamentally different from standard commercial contracts. So, when a construction case makes it to the call of the trial list, it is like the judge is being thrown a knuckleball after seeing a hundred fastballs.

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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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How To Get Certified as a Pesticide Applicator

Green Industry Professionals

More lawn maintenance contractors are branching into the pesticide-application game. Here’s what you’d need to do if you’re thinking about doing so yourself.

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A new HOK report focuses on designing offices for a neurodiverse workforce

BD+C

Scientists are learning more about the natural range of variation in human cognition. Investigations have given rise to the concept of “neurodiversity,” for people who aren’t neurotypical and function under conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit syndrome, dyslexia, and Tourette syndrome. An estimated 15% to 20% of people are what’s known as “neurodivergent.

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DOL apprenticeship plan stirs debate among contractors

Construction Dive

The controversy centers on whether construction should be exempt from a proposed provision that paves the way for standard-setting training programs.

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Off-site Modular Construction: Building for the Future

Contractor Magazine

Since the construction industry began to rebound in 2013, demand for modular off-site construction has increased. Between 2014 and 2017, the market is estimated to have progressed by 26% and is set to grow another 4% per year from 2018 to 2020.

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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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MSA 161 T is the First Lithium-Ion Top-Handle Chainsaw from Stihl

Green Industry Professionals

Stihl MSA 161 T provides the power of gasoline with the benefits of battery on a top-handle chainsaw

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Peloton to multifamily communities: Drop dead

BD+C

Does your multifamily property have Peloton bikes in its fitness center? If so, hang onto them for dear life. They may be the last ones you’ll ever see. The reason: Peloton will no longer sell its bikes to multifamily residential communities. Let me go back a bit to explain.

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Skanska scans its way through goliath NYC projects

Construction Dive

Skanska told Construction Dive that it's not a matter of whether to use reality capture technologies, but how.

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How to use BIM to drive productivity and profitability in construction projects?

Lets Build

According to a Zion Market Research report, the market for Building Information Modeling was around USD 3.52 billion in 2016 and is expected to reach approximately USD 10.36 billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of slightly above 19.45% between 2017 and 2022. The rapid adoption of BIM in the construction industry comes as no.

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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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Top Four Fall Lawn Care Tips

Green Industry Professionals

Though it may seem counterintuitive, seeding, weed control and fertilization is most effective late in the season. Here are four tips for taking care of your lawn this fall.

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Another well-known retailer files for bankruptcy: Here's the solution to more empty anchor stores

BD+C

Last month, one of the world's most well-known retailers filed for bankruptcy. Barneys is almost 100 years old and will close 15 of its 22 stores as part of a major restructure, and they aren’t alone. Barneys is among dozens of other retailers filing for bankruptcy this year. The question is, how do landlords transform this valuable empty space? The solution lies in repurposing existing square footage.

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Corna Kokosing leadership changes crystalize opportunities, challenges

Construction Dive

New president Jim Negron says the labor shortage and recruitment top the Ohio construction company's list of challenges.

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