Why Construction Projects Go Over Budget
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AUGUST 30, 2020
And what you can do to prevent them from going over. The post Why Construction Projects Go Over Budget appeared first on cnstrctr.
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Your Strategy for Restarting Projects During & After the Pandemic
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 3, 2020
Your Strategy for Restarting Projects During & After the Pandemic. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 14:26. Advice for how to successfully restart work on your construction project jobsites during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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How to Use Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator | Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator | Material Calculation in Rate Analysis of Concrete
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
What is Rate Analysis? The basis of arriving at a correct and reasonable rate per unit. Work or Supply for a particular item following its specification and detail survey of materials, labour, equipment, etc. as required for the unit work and their prevailing rates may be called as an analysis of rate. How to Use Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator.
What is Parametric Modeling?
The Constructor
AUGUST 31, 2020
Parametric modeling (or parametric design) is the creation of a digital model based on a series of computer-generated rules or algorithms, known as.
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.
How to Simplify the Service Management Process
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
The service management process can be easier with the addition of integrated construction management software, minus manual processes.
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Construction Procurement – Accelerate Change, or Fail
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AUGUST 31, 2020
Construction procurement planning is critical to the success of facilities management and all related repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities. Focus upon best value based processes, long-term service provider partnerships, LEAN construction delivery methods, and enabling collaborative technologies can lead to measurable and significantly improved outcomes.
What to Do if Estimated Settlement of a Building Exceeds Allowable Limits?
The Constructor
AUGUST 30, 2020
If the estimated settlement of a building exceeds the allowable settlement, then the designer can choose the following methods to cope with the.
Viewpoint Voices: A Q&A with Shiloh Metcalf, Viewpoint Customer Success Manager
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
Our new blog series gives you a behind the scenes look at the people behind the Viewpoint solutions and services you use every day.
3 Principles of an Optimized Prequalification Workflow
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SEPTEMBER 3, 2020
3 Principles of an Optimized Prequalification Workflow. How to maximize efficiency & make better use of your time. Terri Jackson. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 15:16. When it comes to your subcontractor prequalification workflow, the term “successful” can mean many things. Let’s be clear: as construction management firms are asked to take on more complex jobs and complete them in less time, success hinges on the ability to identify and mitigate subcontractor risks well before a project starts. .
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.
Social distancing on the job just got easier.
FDR Safety
AUGUST 31, 2020
COVID-19 has shaken up how nearly every business operates. For many, that shake up came in the form of a remote model. Implementing Zoom conferences or adding in a Slack channel has become regular practice for many businesses. We’ve learned over the last several months that many companies are able to continue business as usual after adapting new COVID-19 related practices.
Outdoor Furniture: Why Quality Matters
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In this time of global crisis, having a garden or a yard in your home is invaluable. Very few households get to enjoy fresh air and sunlight without.
Collaborate, share data, integrate construction workflows across diverse disciplinary boundaries.
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AUGUST 31, 2020
Collaborate, share data, integrate construction workflows across diverse disciplinary boundaries with the innovative OpenBUILD(TM) LEAN Solution. www.4bt.us. The post Collaborate, share data, integrate construction workflows across diverse disciplinary boundaries. appeared first on 4BT.
5 Essential Camera Features for Jobsite Equipment
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
5 Essential Camera Features for Jobsite Equipment. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 09/01/2020 - 13:18. What you need to look for in the jobsite equipment cameras you buy for your construction fleet.
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.
I Just Read my 1000th Phase I Environmental Site Assessment this Year
Green Building Law Update
AUGUST 30, 2020
For those concerned about the state of the environmental industrial complex during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, I can report that last Friday I reviewed my 1,000th Phase I Environmental Site Assessment this year. In context, last year I did not hit that 1,000 mark until late September, and while it is an unscientific indicator, because it is often a gateway assessment into matters of environmental law, I find, annually, it is an accurate gauge of environmental law activity.
How to Repair Concrete Cracks Using Epoxy?
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
The epoxy injection method can be used to repair concrete cracks based on its width, length, and depth. The procedure used to inject epoxy into the.
Are you putting the right fiber for the right purpose in your concrete?
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
Are you putting the right fiber for the right purpose in your concrete? Phillip.fry@gc…. Tue, 09/01/2020 - 17:30. GCP Applied Technologies. September 01, 2020. There are myriad options when it comes to fiber reinforced concrete, and it can be confusing to determine the right type of reinforcement for each application. There are myriad options when it comes to fiber reinforced concrete, and it can be confusing to determine the right type of reinforcement for each application. .
The 3 Concepts of Collaborative Change Management
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SEPTEMBER 3, 2020
The 3 Concepts of Collaborative Change Management. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 14:09. Introduce your construction firm to more effective change management with technology that simplifies the process and controls the amount of risk your project is exposed to.
Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025
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Construction disputes: How software can protect your projects
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AUGUST 31, 2020
Putting together a successful construction project is most of the time a tough and demanding mission. Everything has to be documented in great detail so that your project remains protected from costly and time-consuming disputes. Of course, this requires crystal clear communication between all involved parties (client, contractor, subcontractors, etc).
Slope Stabilization Methods: Classification and Construction
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AUGUST 29, 2020
Civil and mining engineering projects usually include heavy demolition and excavation activities that lead to the formation of excavated rock slopes.
Panda Biotech Picks Texas For Nation’s Largest Hemp Fiber Processing Center
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SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
Panda Biotech's 500,000-square-foot facility in Wichita Falls, TX will be the first facility in the U.S. to cottonize hemp fiber on a commercial scale. - Read: Panda Biotech Picks Texas For Nation’s Largest Hemp Fiber Processing Center at BusinessFacilities.com.
The office building of the future should be an essential part of its community
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020
Originally appeared on Gensler.com. . Over the past 70 years, the workplace has evolved slowly but surely. In the past 5 months, that evolution has accelerated far more dramatically because of the health, social, and economic upheavals we're currently experiencing. When the dust settles, the office is going to look and feel like a different place than the one we left in March. .
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.
TIme Lapse Photos Keep Track of Project Progress
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AUGUST 31, 2020
XL Construction, a general contractor in Northern California, uses automated time-lapse photography from Sensera to manage job sites.
Statue of Unity: Structural and Construction Features of the World’s Tallest Statue
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The Statue of Unity depicts India’s first deputy prime minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It is situated near the Sardar Sarovar dam in the.
New Mexico: A Global Manufacturing And Logistics Powerhouse
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SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
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Spain’s Loyola University earns world’s first LEED Platinum verification for an ‘integrated campus’
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The newly designed 312,000-sf Loyola University Campus in Seville, Spain has become the world’s first integrated campus to receive LEED Platinum, the highest environmental rating by the U.S. Green Building Council. The multipurpose facility, which also aims to be the first ‘5G Campus’ in the world, was designed to accommodate numerous aspects of learning and university life.
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.
Newly Formed ABC Tech Alliance to Connect Contractors to Construction Technology
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
via ABC. Construction technology has come a long, long way in the past decades. There are now hundreds of construction-specific apps available, ranging from project management, to compliance and reporting, to photo documentation, to estimating, and many more. At times, it can be overwhelming keeping up with all of the available options in the market, especially for smaller to medium sized construction businesses that don’t have a dedicated technology team or budget.
How to Choose the Best Insulation for Buildings?
The Constructor
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Insulated buildings not only minimize the transmission of thermal energy but also control the energy costs. Various forms of insulations are used in.
Field Test: Caterpillar 395 Excavator
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Construction Equipment editors put the Caterpillar 395 excavator in the dirt at IUOE Local 649 in Bartonville, IL, where professional operators took it through its paces in this edition of Earthmoving Field Test.
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