Sat.Aug 17, 2019 - Fri.Aug 23, 2019

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How to Spark a Craft Workforce Revolution

Construction Business Owner

By 2031, 41% of the current workforce will retire, and exiting baby boomers will only continue to exasperate the shortage. How many of your employees plan to retire in the next 5 years? It takes 8 to 12 years for a craft professional to be fully trained and gain competency—have you begun training the next generation yet? .

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Using technology to head off construction fraud

Construction Dive

With up to 6% of annual construction revenue lost to fraud, contractors are arming themselves with tech-enabled protection.

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Overcoming Common Facilities Management Challenges – 2019 and Beyond!

Job Order Contracting

The common facilities management challenges can be mitigated using LEAN alternative construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. Common Facilities Management Challenges: Limited Budget Limited Resources & Staff Deferred Maintenance Prioritizing Projects Meeting Project Timelines. All of these issues and more are addressed using LEAN alternative construction.

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5 Monitoring Techniques for Early Strength Gain of Concrete in the Field

The Constructor

Monitoring early strength gain of concrete in the field is crucial task for the success of some construction works like starting critical shoring and.

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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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Why the True Margins Are in How You Use Your Data

Construction Business Owner

How would it impact your decision-making process if you knew with a high level of certainty that workers making less than a certain amount were 30% more likely to get hurt on the job? What if you were confident that educating your project managers resulted in 20% less turnover in your employees? . .

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2019 Construction Cost Estimating

Job Order Contracting

B est practice, consistent, and efficient construction cost estimating should consider Owner, Builder, and AE requirements. Here’s a shortlist for your consideration and comment. Detailed line item construction cost estimating optimally communicates scope of work while providing full financial transparency and visibility. “Eighty-five percent of the reasons for failure are deficiencies in the systems and process rather than the employee.

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Water Absorption Test on Roofing Tiles

The Constructor

Water absorption test is the measurement of moisture quantity that roofing tile may absorb. If water absorption is too high, the tile may suffer from.

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Leveraging Technology to Track Costs & Maximize Investments

Construction Business Owner

Depending on the size and operating conditions, an excavator can use anywhere from 6 gallons to 12 gallons of fuel per day. Even when fuel prices are trending lower, the fuel costs to keep your equipment running add up very quickly. . .

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Magic and More Lined Up For Collaborate 2019 Keynote Agenda

Viewpoint Construction Technology

This year’s keynote speaker line up for Collaborate 2019.

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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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Tech 101: Digital Twins

Construction Dive

Here's what you need to know about digital twins, or virtual models of buildings that collect information about structures using sensors, drones and other wireless technology.

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5 Methods to Increase Structural Stiffness

The Constructor

The improvement of structural stiffness is crucial because the trend of building construction is toward taller, wider floor, and longer span.

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Alternative Project Delivery Tools Drive Significant Construction Productivity Improvement and Best Value

Job Order Contracting

Early collaboration and other associated key requirements of LEAN construction delivery methods virtually eliminate waste and deliver the highest value projects to owners and AEC service providers. There are currently two (2) proven forms of LEAN construction delivery , Integrated Project Delivery, IPD, for major new construction, and Job Order Contracting , JOC, for repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and “minor” new construction.

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Magic, Microsoft and a Whole Lot More Lined Up For Collaborate 2019 Keynote Agenda

Viewpoint Construction Technology

This year’s keynote speaker line up for Collaborate 2019.

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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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OSHA consults industry on silica standard refinements

Construction Dive

Despite detailed control measures, the agency believes some workers can still be exposed to the breathable hazard and wants field experts to weigh in.

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Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers- Properties, and Applications

The Constructor

Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) is a type of composite materials consist of carbon fiber and polymer. The carbon fiber provides the strength.

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Why Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Construction Projects Fail

Job Order Contracting

Poor Leadership – Owner leadership and competency is critical. At the end of the day, the vast majority of projects are late, over budget, or otherwise unsatisfactory due to owners lack of planning, procurement, selected project delivery method, or overall poor management. Inadequate knowledge of fundamental LEAN construction processes and asset total cost of ownership management principles is commonplace.

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5 Ductless Mini Split Myths

Contractor Magazine

Misconceptions and outdated information about ductless systems can keep homeowners from making the best decisions.

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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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Can Louisiana handle $32B of industrial construction?

Construction Dive

Developers plan on combating a shortage of skilled labor with alternative strategies like modularization and the use of robotic devices.

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What are the Components of Highways?

The Constructor

The basic components of the highway are the road width, cross slope, pavement, road margins, traffic separators, and curbs. These geometric elements.

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Arizona: Job Growth Is Surging In The Grand Canyon State

Business Facilities

With a booming economy fueled by a business-friendly climate and a thriving startup ecosystem, Arizona was fourth among U.S. states in GDP growth in 2018. - Read: Arizona: Job Growth Is Surging In The Grand Canyon State at BusinessFacilities.com.

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23-Year-Old Invents SkyHorn Load Warning System

Construction Equipment

Robert Burke’s family has worked within the construction industry since as long as he can remember. So when the opportunity to create a worksite safety device fell into his hands, he felt a personal pull to pursue it.

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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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What are the construction industry's top economic bellwethers?

Construction Dive

From Caterpillar’s earnings to stock prices and architect billings, construction leaders rely on a variety of economic signs and signals to know when a recession is imminent. What are your top indicators?

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How Fine Aggregate Affects Mix Design of Concrete?

The Constructor

Fine aggregate is on of the major constituents of concrete which can influence concrete mix design substantially. Various factors such as fine.

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Weaving mental healthcare spaces into the neighborhood

BD+C

When I was growing up, we often discussed mental health and wellness in our home. My mother, a psychiatric nurse for nearly three decades, was highly cognizant of mental health as what the World Health Organization calls “a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to contribute to his or her community.

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Construction Employment Increases in 40 States Since 2018

Construction Equipment

Forty states added construction jobs between July 2018 and July 2019, while construction employment increased in 25 states from June to July.

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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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10 global startups honored for technologies gaining momentum in construction

Construction Dive

From around the world, meet the winners of Cemex's 2019 Construction Startup Competition, focused on ways that technology can help solve the industry's biggest problems.

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Formwork -Technical, Functional, Economical, and Safety Requirements

The Constructor

There are several requirements that formwork structure need to meet otherwise it would not serve its purpose adequately. In order to make sure that.

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Hino Motors Celebrates Opening Of West Virginia Manufacturing Plant

Business Facilities

Over the next three years, the truck manufacturing company plans to invest $40 million and create 250 new jobs at its Mineral Wells, WV facility. - Read: Hino Motors Celebrates Opening Of West Virginia Manufacturing Plant at BusinessFacilities.com.