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Controlling concrete setting times

GCP Applied Technologies

Controlling concrete setting times. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 11/02/2020 - 11:14. GCP Applied Technologies. November 02, 2020. Find tips on methods and concrete admixtures that can help contractors control concrete setting times. Concrete chemistry is complicated, and the makeup of the mix can impact its behavior – from its workability to the set times.

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The 2 Types of Welding Helmets You Need To Consider

Construction Marketing

A welding helmet is arguably the most integral piece of protective equipment a welder must use. Aside from physically covering your face from sparks, a welding helmet also protects your vision from dangerous infrared and ultraviolet rays , which are emitted when welding. When selecting the correct welding hamlet for your needs, it’s essential to secure the right one for your needs and budget.

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The Benefits Of Adapting To Technology For Your Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

If you have a task that you don't like to do, there's an app or software program to take care of it for you. It might take a few moments of your time to learn and understand how the software or app works, but doing so will save you valuable time and precious energy. It will also free you up to spend time on the tasks you love to do, not on all the paperwork and record-keeping that go along with running a business.

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6 Advancements in Compact Equipment You Need to Know

Construction Business Owner

6 Advancements in Compact Equipment You Need to Know. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 11/05/2020 - 10:05. A rundown of some of the newest technologies available in the compact equipment space, including remote-control operation, fully electric offerings, wireless communication and more.

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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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How to Find, Hire and Retain the Best Construction Employees

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Hire and manage talented construction employees with construction human resource management software.

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Job Order Contracting Overview

Job Order Contracting

This Job Order Contacting Overview provides the basics for establishing a best value and fully compliant JOC Program. Unfortunately, most JOC Programs are not optimized to achieve best value. While traditional construction delivery methods are fraught with problems, Job Order Contracting can consistently deliver quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time and on-budget.

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How to Grow Your Business Even in a Pandemic

Construction Business Owner

How to Grow Your Business Even in a Pandemic. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 11/04/2020 - 08:40. Key advice for staying agile and maintaining strong leadership practices for project and company growth—regardless of the circumstances.

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To Make Dishwashers Great Again?

Green Building Law Update

Last Friday the U.S. Department of Energy issued a final rule effective November 30, 2020, that will once again permit American households to purchase dishwashers that actually clean dishes, as they had done for most of the machine’s 130 year history. The October 30 final rule does not force anyone to change their currently installed dishwasher. And new machines will not be available for this year’s Thanksgiving meal, as future rulemaking is contemplated and manufacturers must produce the new cl

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Can Carrots Make Concrete Greener and Stronger?

The Constructor

Celluloses from carrots are being studied as part of a research to contribute to a much stronger and environmentally friendly concrete. A group of.

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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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Your New Boss May Not Really Understand Safety | Part 2

FDR Safety

This article is apart of our “Tools For Building a Foundation in Safety” series by Luke Contos. We highly recommend reading Part 1, which can be found here. Part 2. . Second , as soon as practical, begin the training and implementation on some form of shop-floor level risk assessment, such as Task Based Risk Assessment (TaBRA). Why is this work so critical?

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How Improved Asset Management Increased Profits for One Virginia Contractor

Construction Business Owner

How Improved Asset Management Increased Profits for One Virginia Contractor. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 11/05/2020 - 10:50. Breaking down Virginia-based contractor Superior Paving Corp.'s strategy for better storeroom efficiency & inventory control.

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Genesee County: Generating Growth In A New York Minute

Business Facilities

In Genesee County, the 1,250-acre Western New York Science and Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP) has two campuses available for development. - Read: Genesee County: Generating Growth In A New York Minute at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Mount Rushmore: Carving the Spirit of America

The Constructor

Mount Rushmore National Memorial, located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, is known worldwide for its massive sculpture of four of the United.

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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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More contractors report canceled projects than starts, survey finds

BD+C

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How Komatsu & Cornerstone One Are Combatting Equipment Concerns Amid COVID-19

Construction Business Owner

How Komatsu & Cornerstone One Are Combatting Equipment Concerns Amid COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 11/04/2020 - 07:56. Change is a driving factor in the planning, performance and delivery of a construction project—a statement now more evident than ever, as the industry continues to withstand the effects of a global pandemic. Fortunately, many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) already faced the pressures of change years ago, when technology first began to disrupt traditional equipment d

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[VIDEO] 7,600-Ton Building 'Walks’ to New Location

Construction Equipment

Engineers in China have come up with an innovative way of moving an 85-year-old building. Rather than demolish and rebuild the structure, they attached it to 198 robotic/hydraulic legs and “walked” it to its new destination.

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Can the Net-Zero Carbon Concrete Replace the Conventional One?

The Constructor

Production of concrete is known to emit a lot of CO2– it contributes to a whopping 8% of the global emissions. However, builders haven’t.

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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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S2A Modular To Build First East Coast MegaFactory In Florida

Business Facilities

The maker of electrically self-sustaining homes and commercial properties has selected Macclenny in northern Florida for its MegaFactory location. - Read: S2A Modular To Build First East Coast MegaFactory In Florida at BusinessFacilities.com.

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[VIDEO] Watch an 85 Year Old, 5 Story Building be Relocated 200 Feet with a ‘Walking Machine’

Construction Junkie

via YouTube. Usually, when a new development is going to go into a spot where a building already exists, that existing building gets blown into smithereens and its remaining rubble hauled away. BUT, there is apparently a different way to handle the situation now, which is by politely asking the building to walk away and to find a new home – well, kind of.

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Large Equipment Fleets Fare Better: Survey

Construction Equipment

Preliminary data from the Construction Equipment 2021 Annual Report & Forecast show a marked difference in the condition of a fleet of construction equipment based on its estimated replacement value (ERV).

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Bandra-Worli Bridge: India’s Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge in the Open Sea

The Constructor

The Bandra-Worli Bridge, now known as the Rajiv Gandhi sea link, is a civil engineering marvel traversing an arc along the coastline of the city of.

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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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Neighborly To Open Second Headquarters In Texas

Business Facilities

The global franchisor will open a second headquarters office in Irving, TEX to expand staff and support its rapidly growing network. - Read: Neighborly To Open Second Headquarters In Texas at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Hotel made from CLT opens in Fort Jackson, S.C.

BD+C

Lendlease and IHG Army Hotels , which is part of the InterContinental Hotels Group, were the first to build a hotel using cross-laminated timber (CLT) in the U.S., constructed in the former troop barracks area on Redstone Arsenal in Alabama and opening in March 2016. That team recently completed its fourth CLT hotel, the first phase of the Candlewood Suites on Fort Jackson in South Carolina, which opened last month.

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United Rentals Announces Q3 Results

Construction Equipment

Total revenue of $2.187 billion, including rental revenue of $1.861 billion. Fleet productivity decreased 8.0 percent year-over-year, reflecting the impact of Covid-19 on volumes; fleet productivity improved sequentially by 560 basis points, primarily due to better fleet absorption.

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What are the Factors Controlling the Distance Between RCC Columns?

The Constructor

There is no specific rule to determine the desired distance between reinforced concrete columns. Factors like architectural considerations, function.

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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 to Maximize Your Model Home's Impact

Pro Builder

How to Maximize Your Model Home's Impact. cbroderick. Tue, 11/03/2020 - 09:11. Is it worth it to build and furnish a model home at this time? One design firm, Housing Design Matters, says yes. What matters the most right now, the company says, is to make the most out of your model home by photographing it effectively. Photos alone can extend the value of an investment into the model home.

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Fans come first at Allianz Field

BD+C

Allianz Field, the new home of the Minnesota United, was designed to provide an intimate experience for fans, regardless of where they are in the stadium. . As such, the farthest seat in the stadium is only 125 feet from the pitch (which is elevated to add to the intimacy of the stadium, bringing fans even closer to the action) and a 2,930-capacity safe-standing supporters’ section features the steepest grade in MLS at 34.8 degrees, creating a “wall” of United fans and a unique home field advant

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Ag Drives CNH Sales Increase in Q3

Construction Equipment

CNH Industrial sales for the third quarter rose 3.6 percent over the same period in 2019 to $6.107 billion. Construction sales, which includes Case Construction Equipment, were down 13.3 percent for the same periods, to $576 million from $664 in the third quarter of 2019.

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