A Specialty Game Plan for Skilled Labor
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 5, 2020
How Education Programs, Training and Technology are Rebuilding Specialty Contractors’ Workforces.
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8 expert tips for recruiting, retaining women in construction
Construction Dive
MARCH 3, 2020
Women make up 50% of U.S. labor but less than 10% of the construction workforce, so savvy leaders are using a range of tactics amid a relentless labor shortage.
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Singly Reinforced vs Doubly Reinforced Beam | What Is Singly Reinforced Beam | What Is Doubly Reinforced Beam
CivilJungle
MARCH 4, 2020
Singly Reinforced vs. Doubly Reinforced Beam The beam can be defined as a structural member that carries all vertical loads and resists bending. There are several types of materials used for beams, such as steel, wood, fibers, etc. But the most common material is reinforced concrete Reinforced Beam The loads carried by a beam are […].
How to Measure Reinforcement Corrosion in Concrete Structures?
The Constructor
MARCH 3, 2020
Measurement of steel reinforcement corrosion in concrete is essential to analyze the strength and durability of structure. Not only does the steel.
A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies
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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.
3 Ways Your Industry Peers Are Improving Their Safety Records
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 5, 2020
3 Ways Your Industry Peers Are Improving Their Safety Records. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 03/05/2020 - 17:25. 3 industry leaders weigh in on the tactics they are taking to reduce the number of jobsite recordable incidents and improve their companys' overall safety records.
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Construction industry growth predicted in JLL 2020 report amid cost upticks, coronavirus uncertainty
Construction Dive
MARCH 6, 2020
Contributing to the overall economic environment of the industry are the usual suspects of rising material costs and trade policies as well as a new health crisis that could impact those factors even more.
Difference Between Pelton, Francis and Kaplan Turbines
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 29, 2020
The Pelton, Francis and Kaplan turbines are water turbines that are rotary machines which convert kinetic energy and the potential energy of the.
Are You Blaming the Labor Shortage for Your Hiring Problems?
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 2, 2020
Are You Blaming the Labor Shortage for Your Hiring Problems? Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 03/02/2020 - 10:38. Industry veteran George Hedley breaks down the myths of hiring during a labor shortage. Find out why you may be the problem holding your company back from hiring skilled talent.
Integrated Project Delivery Software and Support Services
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 4, 2020
Integrated project delivery software and support services are now available for facilities operations and maintenance as well as new construction. IPD software and support services provide an environment with a collaborative focus upon requirements definition and successful repair, renovation, and new construction project completion. Clearly defined mutually beneficial outcomes are easily supported within a robust and integrated evironment.
The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth
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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.
2020 Digital Contractor Roadshows: Come See Viewpoint in a City Near You!
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 4, 2020
Our 2020 roadshows are now day-long learning events, with up to 4.5 CPE credits available at a location near you!
Profometer Test on Concrete Structures: Purpose, and Applications
The Constructor
MARCH 1, 2020
Profometer test is a non-destructive testing technique used to detect location and size of reinforcements and concrete cover quickly and accurately.
How AA Jedson Company Manages Challenges on Urban Projects
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 6, 2020
How AA Jedson Company Manages Challenges on Urban Projects. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 03/06/2020 - 13:21. Urban space construction projects have different types of challenges, which propagate simply from the presence of construction itself and its proximity to homes and businesses. No one likes waking up to a neighbor hammering away early in the morning, or having a dinner ruined by loud concrete trucks delivering materials next door.
IPD – Ensuring Construction COLLABORATION from Planning, through Procurement, through Project Delivery, and Beyond!
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 6, 2020
Ensuring COLLABORATION from Planning, through Procurement, through Project Delivery, and Beyond for repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction requires an integrated outcome-focused process. The integration of People, Process, Information, and Technology is the only proven pathway to the consistent delivery of quality projects on-time and on-budget.
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.
Contractors in US' coronavirus-affected areas say it's business as usual
Construction Dive
MARCH 4, 2020
Cases of COVID-19 are growing in the U.S. but its effect on American construction companies has been negligible so far, according to industry associations closely monitoring the reaction among their members.
Dry Shake Hardener: Types, Applications, and Design Considerations
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 29, 2020
Dry shake hardener is a mixture of cement, aggregate, and admixture which is applied as a dry compound onto the fresh concrete surface to protect.
Why You Should Consider Upgrading Your Work Trucks in 2020
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 2, 2020
Why You Should Consider Upgrading Your Work Trucks in 2020. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 03/02/2020 - 16:18. Explore the lesser-known soft-cost savings of updating and replacing your aging jobsite work trucks and heavy equipment.
Allowing Employees to Voluntarily Wear Dust or Surgical Masks and the Coronavirus
FDR Safety
MARCH 6, 2020
With the growing concern about the COVID-19/Coronavirus employers may have employees who express a desire to wear a respirator or mask in the workplace. If the employer allows employees to wear a respirator or a surgical mask certain sections of the OSHA respiratory protection standard may apply. The most common type of respirator employees will ask to wear is a dust mask which may be labeled as a NIOSH N95 respirator.
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.
Modular Monitor: How GCs, trades and architects view offsite construction, by the numbers
Construction Dive
MARCH 2, 2020
Responses from a Dodge survey show that the professions are aligned on some aspects and at odds on others. Here's what the data might mean for the future of modular construction.
7 Factors Affecting Abrasion Resistance of Concrete Surface
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 29, 2020
The main factor that controls abrasion resistance of concrete is the concrete’s compressive strength. The higher the concrete surface strength.
How Trade Partnerships & Talent Development Will Change Your Employment Forecast
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 2, 2020
How Trade Partnerships & Talent Development Will Change Your Employment Forecast. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 03/02/2020 - 17:04. Your guide to using trade relationships and collaborations and employee development to ensure your company's future growth and talent.
Attention Contractors and Owners. Stop paying TOO MUCH for Indefinite Quantity Construction Contract & Job Order Contract Cooperative Construction
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 6, 2020
If you aren’t using the Allied States Cooperative for Job Order Contracting then the odds are good that you are paying 300% to 400% more in administrative fees than necessary! The Allied States Cooperative only carries a two percent (2%) fee payable by awarded JOC contractors. Other cooperatives charge threes times (3X) or higher for equivalent, or in some cases less robust JOC Programs.
How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns
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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.
What's it like to kick off construction for Clark at Amazon's HQ2?
Construction Dive
MARCH 4, 2020
Clark Construction Senior Superintendent Monique Holley talks about the importance of collaboration, safety and getting community buy-in for the high-profile project in Arlington, Virginia.
City of Buffalo to launch the largest environmental impact bond in the country
BD+C
MARCH 2, 2020
Mayor Byron W. Brown announced during his 14th State of the City address that Buffalo will launch the largest Environmental Impact Bond (EIB) in the country at $30 million. The funds from this investment will allow the City of Buffalo and Buffalo Sewer Authority to capitalize on the Rain Check Buffalo program.
World of Concrete 2020: What You Missed at the Show
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 5, 2020
World of Concrete 2020: What You Missed at the Show. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 03/05/2020 - 18:07. Find out what you missed from one of the industry's largest trade shows, World of Concrete; including power tools, equipment, leadership changes, and more.
Concrete admixture
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 2, 2020
Concrete admixture. michael.delros…. Mon, 03/02/2020 - 14:36. GCP Applied Technologies. March 02, 2020. Water reducers. Superplasticizers – High-range water reducers that comply with ASTM standards. They provide consistency across air entrainment and cement chemistries. They can also produce high slump at low dosages. Mid-range water reducers – These admixtures provide superior placeability and finishing for concrete flatwork, in commercial and high-end residential construciton.
Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads
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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.
Tutor Perini in acquisition talks for rumored $1B
Construction Dive
MARCH 3, 2020
While not providing specific details, the Los Angeles-based contractor confirmed that it is thinking about its future after a potential transaction.
These 17 women are changing the face of construction
BD+C
MARCH 5, 2020
Nearly one year ago, I wrote an article for VIATechnik’s “The Edge” Blog on BD+C entitled, “The construction industry has a problem, and women are going to solve it,” which included a call to action for the industry to “amplify the voice of women” as a key strategy of empowerment. In the midst of Women in Construction Week, I am taking a moment to do just that!
3 Advantages of Operating in the Cloud
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 3, 2020
Exploring the software essentials that push profits & productivity. Thu, 05/07/2020 - 12:00. 2 p.m. EST. Whether you self-perform or manage subcontractors, you need access to accurate, timely information so you can make the strategic decisions that will move your projects—and your business—forward. If you run your business with disconnected project teams, you face delayed project updates, duplicate data entry, greater risk of errors and unnecessary costs.
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