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The Versatility Of Shipping Containers In Modern Construction

Construction Marketing

Initially designed for transporting goods, shipping containers have transcended their original purpose. Their size is perfect for easy transport and setup, which simplifies the building process. Their open design allows for the transport of items that wouldn’t fit in standard containers.

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How Dash Cams Help Your Construction Company

Construction Business Owner

The Threat of “Nuclear” Verdicts An American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) study1 published in July 2020 found that from: 2006-2010 there were only 26 accident litigation cases with verdicts over $1 million 2015-2019 there were nearly 300 cases over $1 million The study determined that pre-crash actions by companies are critical.

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15 Tips For Starting Your Own Roof and Guttering Business

Construction Marketing

You’ll also require the following: Vehicle that can handle transport of materials. 9) Legality and Taxes. You can also hire a lawyer to help you out with other legal requirements such as service agreements. Overall, starting a roofing and guttering business requires a thorough business plan, legal steps, and marketing.

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A General Guide to Flatbed Trucking

Construction Marketing

Flatbed trucking is the pinnacle of heavy-load transportation. The lack of sides and a roof give plenty of room to load large cargo, but also introduce the need to have all cargo restrained by straps or chains to keep all cargo on the flatbed for the duration of transportation. What Loads Can a Flatbed Haul? Bulldozers.

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The Use Drones and UAVs in Construction

Construction Marketing

The biggest obstacle facing contractors interested in exploring this technology is legality. Related: The use of drones in Hollywood. The Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) prohibits the use of all unmanned aircraft for commercial use without the agency’s express approval. The Future.

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Google Scholar Provides Outstanding Preliminary Legal Research

Best Practices Construction Law

joined the legal research playing field with Westlaw, LEXIS, FindLaw and all the other law-related databases. A couple of years ago I worked on a case for a road builder which had a claim against the Tennessee Department of Transportation. Is that the only legal research an inquiring mind should do? Let's to a quick test.

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Net Zero Certification Program Announced by USGBC

Green Building Law Update

This will be calculated based on emissions produced from energy used plus emissions produced from transportation minus any offsets recognized by the LEED v4 EA category (both BD+C and O+M). Net Zero Carbon Emissions Certification: Projects must achieve a carbon balance of zero.