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Older, Not Wiser? Workplace Fatalities Highest Amongst Older Generation

FDR Safety

AFLCIO : These are challenging times for working people and their unions, and the prospects for worker safety and health protections are uncertain. What is clear, however, is that the toll of workplace injury, illness and death remains too high, and too many workers remain at serious risk. There is much more work to be done. Safety was, is, and will always be a challenge for many.

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Common Defects in Concrete Formwork Systems

The Constructor

Concrete formwork systems suffer from several deficiencies such as defects due to imperfect design and construction practice, defects in foundation.

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The smart buildings dilemma: Redevelop or start fresh?

Construction Dive

Adding technology to an older structure can make the building more efficient and boost occupant productivity, but new construction may be a better option.

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How to Utilize Fabric Buildings to Maintain a Safer Jobsite

Construction Business Owner

When an operation needs to mobilize and demobilize quickly, it is crucial that the building itself is both highly durable and safe to transport. Conventional buildings made from steel, red iron or wood can have numerous obstacles when it comes to safe relocation. Disassembling a traditional building before transport requires disconnecting the water mains, electricity and other utilities, which can be dangerous if done improperly.

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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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Collaborate 2018: The Must Attend Construction Technology Conference of the Year

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Construction Industry’s Best User Conference Is Only Getting Better. At Viewpoint , we are hard at work preparing for the best time of the year—mid-October. That’s when thousands of construction professionals of all roles, company sizes and specialties will gather here in Portland to learn, network and discover the latest technology solutions to eliminate inefficiencies and increase their profitability.

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Viva Las Vegas: CRE and Retail Construction Insights and Trends from ICSC RECon

HardHatChat

Earlier this month, the Englewood team headed to Las Vegas for RECon , the global retail real estate convention hosted annually by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Attending this major event is always a terrific opportunity for us as a national commercial construction firm to meet with our national retail developer clients, network with new connections from across the country, and really take the temperature of the retail construction sector.

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June 2018 Construction Industry Stats

Construction Business Owner

Each month, the Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics from several different sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry. The statistics featured in each month's print issue are for 3 months prior to the publication of the magazine, based on the data available.

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Project Management Technology Tools Helping Contractors Modernize, Streamline Operations—Part 3 of 5

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Previously, we looked at the complexity of construction projects and the importance of the folks working on project teams—especially the project manager who has to keep all people and processes moving on a daily basis. Now it’s time to look at some of the technology tools being used.

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What are Causes of Schedule Delays in Construction Projects?

The Constructor

There are various factors that lead to schedule delay in construction project. Factors might be different from one project to another one. In this.

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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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10 questions to ask a general contractor

Lets Build

Finding the right general contractor for your project isn’t easy. To the contrary, it’s a long and demanding process and there are a plethora of parameters that should be taken into consideration. Nevertheless, if you ask the right people the right questions you can make things much simpler both for you and your project. With.

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Report: Failure to invest in public transit will cost U.S. $180B

Construction Dive

The $90 billion repair backlog could also cause 162,000 jobs to disappear, according to the American Public Transportation Association.

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State of the Construction Industry: May Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Compared to other industries, construction can be pretty dangerous. This month, we’ve seen a number of stories related to safety on the jobsite, including information about silica and asbestos. Yet we’ve also seen practical insights into how construction technology can improve worker safety. Additionally, the news suggests technology will play some other key roles for contractors, both now and in the future, if they get on board with it.

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Major Issues During Pile Foundation Construction and Remedies

The Constructor

There are several issues that may be encountered during pile foundation construction. These problems will cause deficiency in the capacity of the.

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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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Carillion collapse: The key takeaways from the MPs’ report

Lets Build

TL;DR MPs’ report on Carillion collapse underlined the need for a groundbreaking cultural shift in construction. Mismanagement, heavy outsourcing and lack of brave decisions on behalf of the involved stakeholders (directors, government, auditors, regulators) are some of the key factors that led to the collapse of the second biggest UK contractor.

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Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations?

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. GCP Applied Technologies. May 28, 2018. Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. .

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Collaborate 2018: The Must Attend Construction Technology Conference of the Year

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Construction Industry’s Best User Conference Is Only Getting Better.

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5 drivers for construction automation

Construction Dive

In order to increase productivity, more than 52% of construction owners plan to invest in automated technology by the end of 2018.

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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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4BT OpenCOSTTM Construction Cost Data and 4BT-CE Construction Cost Estimating Software for Pubic and Commercial Construction

Job Order Contracting

Use 4BT OpenCOST TM Construction Cost Data Construction Cost Estimating Data and 4BT-CE Construction Cost Estimating Software for Pubic and Commercial Construction. Improve your construction cost estimating capabilities with detailed line item construction cost data from Four BT, LLC. Combined with our 4BT-CE software, you can create detailed construction cost estimates and reports in minutes versus hours, hours versus days, and days versus weeks.

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Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations?

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. GCP Applied Technologies. May 28, 2018. Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. .

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Project Management Technology Tools Helping Contractors Modernize, Streamline Operations—Part 3 of 5

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Tech Tools for Better Construction Management.

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Report: Construction industry not taking advantage of cost-saving artificial intelligence

Construction Dive

But the sector has an opportunity to adopt tried-and-true AI algorithms used by more tech-savvy industries, according to McKinsey & Co.

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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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Are manufacturing and construction too slow in adopting new technology?

Lets Build

Even though both construction and manufacturing industry consist of manual work for producing something, generally used for commercial purposes, they are different business processes. Construction involves financing, planning, and design in order to create physical structures like roadways, bridges or buildings. All those part of a construction project, whether we are talking about the construction.

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Government support helping to drive demand for green building materials

BD+C

Increased use of green building materials in public facilities as a result of government support is a major growth factor for these products around the globe, according to Transparency Market Research. The global green building materials market is projected to grow 12.5% annually between 2013 and 2019, the firm says. Insulation accounted for the largest product segment with 21% share of the green building materials market in 2012.

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State of the Construction Industry: May 2018 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Read the following stories from May’s construction news to find out what’s new, what’s changing and what’s worth your attention.

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Brickschain co-founders discuss the value of blockchain for construction

Construction Dive

Bassem Hamdy and Ron Goldshmidt say the technology can create a comprehensive record of building activity and streamline O&M handover.

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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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What To Do Before, During And After A Hurricane Or Tropical Storm

Contractor Connection

When a hurricane or tropical storm damages your home, the questions and uncertainty racing through your mind may be endless. What is the first thing you should do? Who is the first person you should call? How long will it take to get your life back to normal? Here are just a few tips on what to do and how to respond before, during and after a disaster strikes.

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New library offers a one-stop shop for what society is craving: hands-on learning

BD+C

The $33.1 million, 35,000-sf Elkridge (Md.) branch library , which opened March 10, replaced a library half its size that was built in 1993. The bigger facility is needed for a market whose population is projected to grow by 40% to 38,000 by 2030. .

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Recruiting the Next Generation of Welders

Contractor Magazine

Industry must work to change the public perception of the profession and to eliminate barriers to entry. And women may be a big part of its future.