Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

5 Myths & Facts About Electric Equipment ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 15:06 Whether it’s an excavator, scissor lift, telescopic handler or light tower, all-electric equipment is increasingly available in today’s marketplace. Sustainability has prompted many companies to define their emissions goals for the future. Even so, electric equipment technology is still quite new, bringing with it certain misconceptions and concerns about investing in it.

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The Constructor

MARCH 22, 2023

Pipeline pigging is a process that helps maintain and ensure the optimal efficiency of pipelines. It is a cost-effective alternative to traditional maintenance and cleaning methods and offers benefits such as improved pipeline efficiency, reduced maintenance costs, and increased productivity. In this article, we explore the ABCs of pipeline pigging, delving into what it is, […] The post The ABCs of Pipeline Pigging: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on The Constructor.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 20, 2023

Home Builders Remain Optimistic Despite Market Headwinds ldeakins Mon, 03/20/2023 - 10:53 Buyers are retreating as mortgage rates rise, but home builders are looking ahead to strong growth in the new-home market in 2023 Not only did elevated costs for building materials put a damper on new-construction projects in February, but rising mortgage rates and concerns about the overall economy continued to shrink an already waning pool of prospective homebuyers.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 19, 2023

A robust Construction Productivity Solution must include the ability to provide support for dealing with the conflicting interests of multiple stakeholders is CRITICAL to consistent achievement of best value construction outcomes. The 4BT OpenJOC(TM) Solution and 4BT OpenBUILD(TM) Solution enables owners and design-builders to work collaboratively towards well-defined mutually beneficial outcomes.

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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 21, 2023

After a massive dropoff in January, new groundbreakings for factories and homes contributed to the bounceback, according to Dodge, but jitters remain.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

5 Top OSHA Violations & Tips for Staying Safe On-Site ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 10:53 Construction sites can be dangerous for workers — especially when safety standards aren’t defined or maintained. To help businesses understand and reduce common injury causes, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) releases an annual review of its top 10 most frequently cited safety violations across all industries.

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2023

Have you ever wondered why you can always spot construction equipment from a mile away? It’s because they are usually bright yellow! The vibrant color of yellow that adorns construction equipment has a long history. In this article, we will explore the origins of why construction equipment is always yellow and the benefits of using […] The post The Yellow Standard: Why Construction Equipment is Always Yellow appeared first on The Constructor.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2023

Sustainable facilities management is the allocation of financial, environmental, and other organizational resources in the most efficient way possible. Attainment of sustainable facilities management involves creating an environment for internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams that fosters productivity, communication, collaboration, and innovation.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 21, 2023

The new program will offer free assistance to certain federally funded projects to help them find diverse, local talent.

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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

4 Ways to Ensure Your Next Green Building Project Makes a Real Difference ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 14:20 When it comes to green building, many people think about incorporating energy-efficient features such as effective insulation and glazing, adding eco-friendly lighting or using recycled or repurposed materials. All of those are important, but it’s also important to step back and think about the construction process itself.

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The Constructor

MARCH 24, 2023

The devastating effects of flooding are all too familiar for many property owners. Just a few inches of water can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage, leaving countless homes and businesses in disrepair. But taking measures to prevent flood damage can help protect your construction project from costly repairs and provide peace of […] The post Avoiding Costly Flood Damage in Your New Construction Project appeared first on The Constructor.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 24, 2023

What is Sustainable Job Order Contracting? Simple. A compliant, low cost, solution to consistently deliver quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build requirements on time and on budget with full financial transparency. The ability to deploy sustainable JOC Programs requires appropriate and ongoing consideration of the following elements.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 21, 2023

Adaptive Reuse in commercial construction is nothing new. For years, smart Real Estate Developers and property owners have been repurposing everything from old warehouses and industrial properties to shopping malls, hospitals, and historical buildings into creative mixed-use residential and commercial spaces. Two recent examples in Chicago are the Green Exchange and the Regal Mile Movie Studio Complex: Both were former large warehouses adapted to bring new life and usefulness to the community.

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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

How Does Ladder Use Cost Your Company? ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 11:21 The construction industry is burdened with a massive productivity problem. And ladder use is contributing to it. Ladders can cause wasteful motion, which leads to fatigue and reduces productivity. The less productive contractors are, the more costly it is. According to a McKinsey Global Institute report, lagging construction productivity costs the global economy $1.6 trillion a year.

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The Constructor

MARCH 18, 2023

As a construction business owner, taking the necessary steps to protect your projects from potential risks is key to achieving long-term success. Insuring your projects is one of the most important steps you can take to safeguard them. This article discusses 10 reasons why insuring your construction projects is a must. From minimizing costly delays […] The post Why Insuring Your Construction Projects Is A Must appeared first on The Constructor.

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Lets Build

MARCH 24, 2023

Digital construction software is changing how companies operate and improving their productivity in the field and in the office. The construction industry is notorious for being slow to adopt new technologies, but failure to digitise your processes in today’s landscape isn’t an option. Companies that wait too long to implement construction management software risk falling behind, which isn’t surprising when you think about all of the benefits it brings to you and your team.

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BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Corie Baker, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C Healthcare Facilities Modular Building Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction In recent years, we’ve seen an accelerated shift towards the use of prefabrication in new construction.

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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Re-Imagining Project Development & Execution ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 14:09 As the world emerges from the COVID-19 crisis, we can clearly see three global trends that will dominate and overwhelm the global capacity to develop and execute capital projects. They are infrastructure, digitalization and decarbonization — the driving forces behind the energy transition.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 24, 2023

Adolfson & Peterson’s new central Texas director of preconstruction also discussed how the industry has changed over the past three decades and how the role of tech is evolving.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 22, 2023

For Quick Service and Fast Casual Concepts Many industries have had to make changes following the pandemic as they sort out the new way to best serve their customers and their adapted routines. The Restaurant industry has definitely had to make adjustments not only from people dining differently, but also from the labor shortage. The design and remodel of Restaurant structures and parking areas play a role in how they are accommodating their new challenges.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2023

We can all agree on the importance of data, but raw data is practically useless unless it’s digestible and actionable. For teams to extract value from data, they must first make sense of the information they have—which is where data visualization comes in. Construction projects involve massive amounts of information and documents, including BIM models, schedules, budgets, and performance reports.

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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Pandemic Problems & Possibilities Facing Contractors ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 09:33 The COVID-19 pandemic brought about one of the most challenging periods in the history of the construction industry. Lockdowns, supply chain breakdowns and financial struggles wreaked havoc, causing existing projects to be delayed and new projects to be restructured.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 22, 2023

Adoption of drone technology would greatly improve the speed and efficiency of conducting facade inspections, said a panelist at the 2023 New York Build Conference.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 24, 2023

Most business owners receive plenty of well-intentioned advice and 'helpful opinion' from family and friends. However, good business advice spoken from commercial experience is another matter entirely. That's not to say it's hard to find, but finding a reputable source in the Internet age is sometimes less than straightforward – especially if you have a specific problem to solve and limited time.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 21, 2023

At Autodesk, we want to empower our customers with the right tools they need to embrace and excel in a changing environment. It’s the reason we are always adding more enhancements and new features across our products. To help you keep up with all the new product changes, we’ve compiled all the latest and greatest updates across Autodesk Construction Cloud products including Autodesk Construction Cloud platform, Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Pro

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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Industry Statistics Show Benefits & Resistance to Lean Construction ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 08:35 By now, most contractors have heard of “lean” construction; it has clearly gained a foothold in the practices of many contractors. However, according to a recent study conducted by Dodge Construction Network for the Lean Construction Institute (LCI), most contractors are still only lightly engaged with lean, even though increased engagement leads to meeting budget and schedule and improved safet

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Construction Dive

MARCH 22, 2023

The failed Softbank-backed startup is alleging its former CFO is obligated to pay back his signing and relocation bonuses amid intensifying scrutiny of executive compensation.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 23, 2023

In These States, It May Actually Be Cheaper to Build Than to Buy ldeakins Thu, 03/23/2023 - 11:25 As homebuying obstacles mount, building a home is more affordable than purchasing one in these states Buyers looking for existing homes are combatting inflated home prices, elevated borrowing costs, and a decades-old housing shortage, but in some locations, new-home construction may actually be a more affordable alternative.

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