Sat.Jul 14, 2018 - Fri.Jul 20, 2018

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Are You Ready For An OSHA Audit?

FDR Safety

This blog is targeting small employers, especially those involved with sheet metal fabrication. Of necessity, your work involves workers being close to the point of operation for many tasks. Spot welders, riveters, manual forming machines, etc. are all operations that often do not allow use of engineered safeguards like two hand controls, light screens, etc.

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Musk Says ‘Chicago Express’ Tunnel Project Could Start Work in Months

ENR Construction

Technology guru Elon Musk beat three other companies for the right to negotiate with Chicago.

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Details of top down construction method

Construction Cost Estimating

Under top down construction method, the basement concrete slabs function as lateral bracing toward the perimeter wall system. Ground level and first basement slabs are poured, with access holes left to facilitate excavation below. Since every succeeding sub-grade level is finished, the floors perform as lateral bracing toward the perimeter wall system.

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Reinforced Concrete Beam Detailing According to ACI Code

The Constructor

Clearly, the detailing of the reinforced concrete members is the key to good design and execution of work at the site.That is why poor detailing of.

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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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Understanding the Profile of a Fraudster

Construction Business Owner

“I didn’t think fraud would happen to me—I have the best employees,” is a phrase I hear all too often when I meet a new client. Unfortunately, fraud is a real and ever-present threat to business.

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What you need to know about the smart jobsite

Construction Dive

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Job Order Contract Best Management Practices for Real Property Owners

Job Order Contracting

JOC Strategic Needs Analysis. JOC requires a focus upon change management for many/most organizations. Does your organization have a backlog of millions of dollars in renovation, repair, and minor new construction projects? Does your staff have requisite levels of leadership and facilities management competencies? Can your team work collaboratively with builders and establish long-term, mutually beneficial relationships?

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5 Things To Consider When Hiring New Talent

Construction Business Owner

Throughout your business life, especially as a chief executive officer (CEO), president or business owner of a company in the construction industry, you will be hiring people to work for you. In fact, you may sometimes observe you are in a constant cycle of hiring people to properly staff and grow your company. There are many factors to think about when hiring, depending on the circumstance and the job position to be filled.

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How to Connect Your Entire Project Team

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Even as technology and modern processes are changing the way contractors have traditionally done business, the construction industry as a whole is still trying to shake off a big productivity gap. The good news, though, is that more and more contractors are looking for ways to improve productivity with technology, and many are seeing quite a bit of success.

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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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Smart tips for a storm-resilient jobsite

Construction Dive

No jobsite can be considered "smart" if it's not diligently and intelligently preparing for safety and resilience in the event of a major storm or natural disaster. Tim Ham of Hoar Construction’s Florida division has a few tips on how to prepare jobsites for a big storm.

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McKinsey & Company: Welcome to the new era of construction technology!

Lets Build

McKinsey & Company published recently a very informative report in regard to the new era that emerges both in engineering and construction technology. It is no secret that digital technologies are taking the building sector. We are on the verge of a substantial paradigm shift which is fueled by the appearance of innovative construction technology.

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5 'giant' trends poised to change the face of construction

BD+C

As the BD+C editorial team wrapped up work on the 42nd annual Giants 300 report in late June, a number of intriguing industry trends and themes bubbled to the surface. Some are new to us, others simply confirmed our original notions.

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Collaboration, Technology Among Key Takeaways from CFMA National Conference

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Another year, another amazing national conference for the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA). CFMA’s 2018 Annual Conference & Exhibition, held June 23-27 in Miami Beach brought members from CFMA chapters across North America together for five days of valuable educational and networking opportunities. For me, CFMA’s annual conference is one of the highlights of the year.

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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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App uses virtual reality to address fall protection

Construction Dive

The VR Fall Protection Experience app mirrors high-risk construction environments and has users identify fall hazards before creating a protection system.

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McKinsey & Company: Welcome to the new era of construction technology!

Lets Build

McKinsey & Company published recently a very informative report in regard to the new era that emerges both in engineering and construction technology. It is no secret that digital technologies are taking the building sector. We are on the verge of a substantial paradigm shift which is fueled by the appearance of innovative construction technology.

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Flying Pigs and Solving the Construction Productivity Problem

Job Order Contracting

Procuring and executing on-demand, on-budget, on-time, quality construction services has traditionally been as likely as seeing pig fly. Solving the construction productivity problem however is now attainable for any savvy real property owner. Isn’t it time you stop the waste, the worrying, and the hassles of facilities repair, renovation, and minor new construction.

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Why Viewpoint’s Collaborate 2018 Conference is a Must for Construction Executives

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Why Viewpoint’s Collaborate 2018 Conference is a Must for Construction Executives. As a modern construction executive, we know you’ve got your hands full —leading your organizations through up and down economies, developing the company brand, staying on top of industry trends, controlling costs, winning new business and, of course, ensuring maximum return on investment for your capital expenses, including technologies and software.

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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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Digital Dryshack #95: P6 Status Physical % Complete

Cassell Construction Estimating

We were providing P6 training for Government Contracts at AGC San Diego, a first-class contractor and apprenticeship training facility, when we were surprised by a P6 undocumented feature. Here's what we discovered: checking 'Use Steps to Calculate Percent Complete' (a required setting for D.O.D. schedules ) disables updating status when not using steps.

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Proposed Florida MLB stadium's translucent roof alone could cost $276M

Construction Dive

The Tampa Bay Rays-commissioned, Populous-designed stadium will have a translucent roof that could account for 30% of its $892-million budget.

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Time to Improve Your Job Order Contract?

Job Order Contracting

Not all JOC Programs are the same. It may be time to improve your job order contract. The use of LEAN best management practice can help you get the most out of your Job Order Contract. While we understand the not everyone is ready for LEAN, Open, Transparent, and Collaborative Job Order Contracting that is mutually beneficial to both Owners and Contractors,… and doesn’t require excessive administrative fees… we happen to believe that its the only way to go!

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3 Ways Construction Contractors Can Expand to New Markets

Viewpoint Construction Technology

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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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New Book Credits Wain-Roy Duo With Invention of Backhoe

Construction Equipment

Ardent Case Construction Equipment and JCB fans might want to steer clear of a new book from Lee A. Horton, P.E., and David C. Willens, which maintains Vaino (pronounced “Waino”) J. Holopainen and Roy E. Handy Jr., of Hubbardston, Mass., developed the world’s first backhoe in 1947. That’s the decade before the claims most equipment aficionados are accustomed to hearing from Case and JCB.

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Debts for KFC 'Yum Center' stadium in Louisville swell to $1B

Construction Dive

Even though the venue was completed on time and within budget, the city is on the hook for unpaid costs that increased by more than $360 million in 10 years.

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The Value of Lean Construction

Job Order Contracting

The value of LEAN construction is it’s ability to consistently deliver 90%+ of repair, renovation, and new construction projects on-time, on-budget, and to the satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders. There are two robust and proven LEAN Construction methods: Integrated Project Delivery, IPD, for major new construction, and. Job Order Contracting, JOC, for repair, renovation, and minor new construction.

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Safety Glasses, Eye Protection & You

Safety Services Company

Safety Glasses, Eye Protection & You. Welcome to Safe Friday, today we’re going to cover safety glasses, eye safety, and eye protection. Whether you’re an experienced professional, or new on the job, we’re going to offer something for everyone! Every year thousands of workers injure their eyes or lose their sight, not because proper protection wasn’t available, but because they chose not to use it.

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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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Multifamily market stays hot in first half of 2018

BD+C

U.S. multifamily rents ended with a bang heading into the July Fourth holiday, with the average rent rising by $12 in June to an all-time high of $1,405, according to a survey of 127 markets by Yardi Matrix. Rents grew by 2.1% in the second quarter of 2018, the highest for any quarter since 2015; by 2.6% during the year's first half; and by 2.9% year-over-year as of June.

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Venture capitalists inject $1B into construction technology startups in H1 2018

Construction Dive

In the first half of this year, investments surpassed 2017’s total amount by 30% and outpaced the overall U.S. tech-startup investment growth rate.

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REHAU Organizes International Innovation Days

Contractor Magazine

For the first time in its 70-year company history, polymer specialist REHAU invited its employees worldwide to learn about new products, materials and processes.