Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 9, 2020
How many times a day do you hear from someone saying, “It’s Boring", or "I’m Bored.” It is a red flag that should light up your “Oh Crap” meter. Moreover, more important, whenever an employee says it. Because this usually means they are shortcutting the work versus the fact that you have so many right processes in place that the work is genuinely dull.
Learn Civil Engineering
OCTOBER 3, 2020
Today, we will discuss grades of concrete, concrete mix ratios, uses, and many other things related to grades of concrete. First, let me tell you what you mean by the word concrete. Concrete Meaning Concrete is the paste made by mixing Portland cement, sand, fine or coarse aggregates, and water proportionally. Its main purpose is […].
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Pro Builder
OCTOBER 5, 2020
Home Building's Response to the Changing Times. ibush. Mon, 10/05/2020 - 09:37. It's hard to believe, but as I write this, the changes in the way we live due to COVID-19 have been going on for more than seven months. The closing of offices, schools, and nonessential businesses, along with the concepts of wholesale quarantining, working from home, social distancing, and wearing masks-—once inconceivable—are now commonplace. .
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 7, 2020
What You Need to Know to Understand the Surety Process. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 10/07/2020 - 09:40. Contract surety bonds provide essential protection for key parties involved in a construction project. They secure both project performance and payment of project-related costs in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Despite this, many projects are not bonded—potentially creating significant risks for project owners, subcontractors and suppliers.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 8, 2020
You asked. We answered. A look at some of the most commonly asked product and technology questions from thousands of Viewpoint Collaborate attendees.
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Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 4, 2020
At a time when the building industry is principally concerned with the impact of COVID-19 and the luster is off green building, the Montgomery County Council last Tuesday unanimously approved legislation “to accelerate the construction of highly energy efficient buildings and green retrofitting of existing buildings.”. Bill 10-20 dramatically upgrades the Maryland county’s existing green building real property tax credit, prioritizing energy reduction in the name of GHG emission reduction, in ne
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 9, 2020
4 Questions to Ask to Improve Your Firm's Financial Controls. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 10/09/2020 - 09:35. Guaranteed maximum price (GMP) construction contracts are audited more often due to the nature of the reimbursable costs. And the contractors on these projects often have questions when the client notifies them that their project may be audited.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 6, 2020
Viewpoint has migrated many of its clients to Microsoft Azure to provide faster performance, improve scalability and be more responsive to their needs.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 9, 2020
Engineers should make a proper decision when an on-site slump test fails. The decision could be an outright rejection of the complete batch of.
Speaker: Timothy Allsopp
Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 6, 2020
With environmental benefits and lower labor costs, mass timber has grown into a market that could rival steel and concrete in the construction industry, according to the New York Times.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 9, 2020
How to Increase Site Safety with a Digital Check-in Process. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 10/09/2020 - 09:58. Earlier this year when construction sites were closed, every firm spent the downtime researching how they would safely reopen. There were lots of questions and considerations to be addressed—a shortage of personal protective equipment, rereading medical privacy law guidelines and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, adjusting project timelines, and more.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 7, 2020
In 15 minutes, you can learn how meaningful reports can be developed and utilized quickly for accurate job costing.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 7, 2020
The vibration of concrete is a critical step in concrete construction. The process eliminates air bubbles present in the freshly poured concrete and.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 6, 2020
Created by Dr. Matyas Gutai of Loughborough University, the water-filled glass (WFG) system uses water to heat and cool structures in an attempt to reduce building energy use. WFG utilizes a sheet of water trapped between a panel of glass. The system involves connecting the water-filled window panels to a storage tank, which can be located anywhere in the building, using pipes hidden in the walls, allowing the water to circulate between the two.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 7, 2020
The new production facility in the Augusta, GA region will accommodate new state-of-the-art surgical and N95-type mask production equipment with updated technology. - Read: Medicom Adding Second U.S. Mask Manufacturing Plant In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.
FDR Safety
OCTOBER 5, 2020
The OSH Review Commission issued an employer-friendly machine guarding case decision that is important for employers. The unanimous decision in Aerospace Testing Alliance (Docket No. 16-1167, 2020) reversed a Review Commission Judge and vacated a citation under 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1) for allegedly failing to guard the “hold-down” pistons of a power shear.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 6, 2020
The construction of footing for residential buildings of a maximum two-story is relatively easy. This is because the imposed load is small, hence.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 8, 2020
How Gensler responded to such seismic events as the coronavirus pandemic, climate change, and social inequality dominates its newly released Annual Report 2020. Titled “A Time For Transformation,” the 101-page report catalogues how the industry’s largest architecture firm—whose revenue totaled $1.55 billion last year, its 55th in business—has addressed events that, sometimes, were beyond its control.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 7, 2020
The deadline for submissions for Business Facilities' 2020 Economic Development Deal of the Year is November 20, 2019. - Read: Call For Entries: 2020 Economic Development Deal Of The Year at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 7, 2020
Hexagon’s Autonomy and Positioning division has launched its first autonomy positioning and sensing kits for the agriculture market and says it has validated the solutions in its new autonomous research and development tractor.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 5, 2020
The Chenab Bridge is a 1315 m long, steel arch railway bridge under construction in Jammu and Kashmir, India. The bridge is a part of the.
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Business Facilities
OCTOBER 9, 2020
Remote work is gaining steam: New survey finds 33 percent question the wisdom of returning, report high productivity while working remotely. - Read: Workers Don’t Expect Return To Workplace By Year’s End at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 5, 2020
Confidence among equipment managers continues to be middle of the road, with the Equipment Manager Confidence Index, published by Construction Equipment, holding steady for the third consecutive month. The October 1 index was 109, effectively unchanged from the 108 reported on September 1.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 5, 2020
Preparation of concrete for footings of a building with a maximum of two storeys can be carried out in the field without the need for extensive.
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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.
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 7, 2020
Urban Townhome Designs That Show Density Isn't a Dirty Word. ibush. Wed, 10/07/2020 - 09:33. Four great examples of higher-density projects designed with ample open areas and private outdoor spaces. Larry W. Garnett, FAIBD House Review Lead Designer. With the current health crisis, the mere mention of high-density housing stirs a range of emotions. At the same time, the value of living in a pedestrian-friendly environment where grocery stores and take-out dining are just a short walk away has pr
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 5, 2020
The Pelican State will be first to equip every community and technical college with Haas 5-axis machining centers. - Read: Louisiana, Haas Create First-In-Nation Manufacturing Partnership at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 6, 2020
Engcon has begun offering the Quick Hitch Standard Control (QSC) its safe locking system as standard on all tiltrotators with Engcon’s control system. The current system for controlling the bucket lock under the tiltrotator is being replaced by Engcon’s standardized locking panel.
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