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Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Empowering Women in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Discover the challenges faced by women in construction, and how construction professionals and firms can empower women to succeed in the industry.

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Building Bigger to Benefit from Economies of Scale

Wolgast Corporation

A larger building can typically be constructed at a lesser square footage price than a smaller building. The overall price tag may be more, but a bigger building will get better value per square foot than a littler building, based on similar material selection. This information can help an owner plan for their business’ future. Deciding the size of a building can be complicated without the help of an Architect.

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Finding the Best Machine for Your Fleet

Construction Business Owner

Finding the Best Machine for Your Fleet ccapoccia Thu, 02/29/2024 - 09:00 Boom lifts, or cherry pickers, give you the reach necessary to complete difficult indoor and outdoor tasks safely at height — even extreme height. But how do you choose between electric, hybrid and engine-powered? Which one is right for you?

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Thermoplastic Composites in Construction – Types, Properties, Uses

The Constructor

Thermoplastic composites represent a highly ductile material capable of being repaired even after prolonged service. Characterized by their high toughness, substantial strength, and the unique ability to be remolded and recycled, these materials emerge as an optimal choice in various construction applications. Typically deployed in lightweight structures, storage tanks, door and window frames, as well […] The post Thermoplastic Composites in Construction – Types, Properties, Uses app

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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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HP Civil Wins 2023 Construction Award for "Most Challenging Project"

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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CBO Spotlights 2024's Sustainability VIPs

Construction Business Owner

CBO Spotlights 2024's Sustainability VIPs ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 19:01 Sustainable methods of building and the strategies that shape them continue to stimulate change across the built environment.

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ISO – FM & Data Management

Job Order Contracting

“ISO 55000/1 are standards that define a management system for asset management. The focus of these standards is not the asset (in this case the data asset). Instead, its focus is on managing the value generated by and through the asset (to include data and data as an asset). This is an important nuance because it means the ISO 55000 standard series will not tell you how to manage data, it will only cover how data interfaces with asset management and thereby generates value for the organiz

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Penetration Value of Bitumen -Determination for Road Construction

The Constructor

Penetration value test on bitumen is a measure of hardness or consistency of bituminous material. A 80/100 grade bitumen indicates that its penetration value lies between 80 & 100. The post Penetration Value of Bitumen -Determination for Road Construction appeared first on The Constructor.

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Yates Construction Unites Design, Field, and Financial Data with Trimble Construction One

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Come on-site with Nashville-based Yates Construction and see how the team is able to work faster and more efficiently—without sacrificing safety.

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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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Establishing Healthy Confrontation

Construction Business Owner

Establishing Healthy Confrontation ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 15:40 Many managers, supervisors and employees always have excuses for not completing tasks on time. A lot of leaders struggle with holding people accountable. They are often afraid if they’re too tough by demanding accountability, their people will resist and potentially quit their positions.

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How to Efficiently Manage Dynamic Projects – The Solution to FM and Construction Waste

Job Order Contracting

Learning how to effciently manage dynamic project is the first step toward solving FM and construction waste. Focus must shift from constantly seeking technology as a solution to the root cause of the AECOO sector’s problem. The root cause is a bad process, the solution is the application of systems thinking and the adoption of robust frameworks that focus upon People, then Process, then Information, and finally enabling Technology.

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Screening can wrongly eliminate potential tradesworkers

Construction Dive

The recruiting process that works for office jobs isn’t always effective when looking for construction labor.

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DIY Construction Accounting Errors And Ways To Improve Your Practices

Contractor Bookkeeping

Many small construction business owners tend to handle their accounting and bookkeeping, especially when they've just started. However, keeping track of the finance side of the business– everything from income to expenses to tax compliance– can be overwhelming. Mistakes can happen quite quickly and can have costly consequences for your business. Below are five of the most common Do-It-Yourself accounting errors you should avoid.

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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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Cutting Heavy Equipment Fuel Use

Construction Business Owner

Cutting Heavy Equipment Fuel Use ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 16:59 The cost of diesel fuel remains a primary concern for contractors in the construction industry. Fuel costs can constitute a significant portion of operational expenses, particularly on large projects or when equipment operates in less populated areas, requiring longer-distance fuel transportation.

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GBBN's Inflation Reduction Act Calculator goes live

BD+C

GBBN's Inflation Reduction Act Calculator goes live 0 qpurcell Mon, 02/26/2024 - 13:48 Sustainability GBBN has publicly released its IRA Calculator, a tool that helps you understand funding opportunities in the IRA for sustainable design. Designers Engineers Legislation Energy Efficiency Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction GBBN has publicly released its Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Calculator, a tool that helps our clients—and now the wider public—understand funding oppo

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Tampa’s sunny construction market has builders feeling good

Construction Dive

Contractors in Tampa — a big city with a small town feel — reap the benefits of one of the fastest-growing metros in the U.S.

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The 6 Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Garden Screen

Civiconcepts

When selecting a garden screen, there are numerous factors to consider, including functionality, aesthetics, and durability. Many options are available, making the right choice for your outdoor space.

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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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Samuel Ashley Jr. on Sustainability in Long-Term Projects

Construction Business Owner

Samuel Ashley Jr. on Sustainability in Long-Term Projects ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:23 Most construction companies wouldn’t accept a project with a 10-year-plus timeline. But when Japanese Solderless Terminals (JST) approached Michigan-based Cunningham-Limp with a grand vision of a campus that preserved the surrounding forest, the company couldn’t say no, said President Samuel Ashley Jr.

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Preventing Falls: How Contractors can Master Ladder Safety One Step at a Time

Safety Services Company

Nothing makes the heart skip a beat like missing the rung of a ladder. Just one foot misplaced can spell disaster, which can easily be avoided with the right strategy. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , fall incidents in construction make up almost half of all fall-related fatalities in the workplace. While this number has steadily dropped over the years, any life lost is one too many.

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Building a solid foundation: How AI is minimizing risk and enabling contract compliance on projects

Construction Dive

Learn how AI can help contractors de-risk their projects, minimize disputes and improve contract compliance.

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TVA Soon to Decide on $2.2B New Gas Power Plant in Kingston, Tenn.

ENR Construction

Project would replace infamous 70-year old coal-fired power facility that spilled billions of gal of coal ash waste in a large outside area in northeast Tennessee after a 2008 impoundment collapse.

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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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Bernhard’s Alyssa Jaksich on Environmental, Social & Governance Issues in Construction

Construction Business Owner

Bernhard’s Alyssa Jaksich on Environmental, Social & Governance Issues in Construction ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:29 If college-age Alyssa Jaksich, Bernhard’s chief of staff and head of ESG, heard her motto for life today, she would have laughed. “One of my college volleyball coaches always used the phrase, ‘Don’t just talk about it, be about it.

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Illuminating wellbeing: Rethinking indoor light implementation

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy SkyView By Robert Soler A specifier plays a critical role in ensuring buildings are designed and constructed to meet and exceed the needs of the people using those spaces. Many design elements go into every stage of the construction process, from initial drawings to materials selection, but there is one building design aspect often overlooked: the impact of indoor lighting.

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McCarthy/Vaughn JV tapped for $5B Dallas hospital build

Construction Dive

The new complex will have 552 beds in what the owners claim will be one of the largest pediatric hospital campuses in the country.

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MoDOT Picks Millstone Weber-Jacobs Team for First Project of $2.8B in I-70 Improvements

ENR Construction

Missouri officials are planning six projects to widen and improve Interstate 70 across the state.

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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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How Construction Sites Can Utilize Clean Energy

Construction Business Owner

How Construction Sites Can Utilize Clean Energy ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 16:51 The 2022 Global Status Report for Building and Construction reports that the buildings and construction industry represents an estimated 37% of global operational energy and process-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

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What Every Business Owner Should Know about Design-Build Construction

Wolgast Corporation

General Construction for a long time was the primary method of delivering construction. Even Wolgast in the early years was a one-trick pony with General Construction being our only option. That is, until the 1970’s when we were the first to bring Design-Build to what’s now known as the Great Lakes Bay Region. The needs of busy business people who didn’t have much knowledge about construction drove the creation of the Design-Build delivery method.

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Supply chain headaches persist 4 years into pandemic

Construction Dive

As the fourth anniversary of COVID-19’s arrival in the U.S. nears, contractors are still dealing with challenges around materials pricing and availability.

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