December, 2022

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KindCare Senior Living – Case Study

Wholsen Construction

A new trend in Assisted Living facilities is sweeping the state of Connecticut, and Wohlsen is helping lay the foundation.If you have heard of KindCare, you may be familiar with. The post KindCare Senior Living – Case Study appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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Sharing Your Budget Streamlines the Pre-Construction Phase

Wolgast Corporation

Here is one secret of the trade to save significant time during pre-construction, by giving your contractor a ballpark budget before design and/or estimating starts, an owner can take a shortcut in the preliminary phase and get to construction sooner. When the timing matters, how much you’re willing to spend will make the process move along much faster.

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5 Ways to Master a Construction Work-in-Progress Report

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Want to better understand your construction projects' financial health? The secret is timely, accurate work-in-progress (WIP) reporting.

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Digital Builder Ep 36: Embracing BIM Throughout the Industry

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is critical in keeping projects running smoothly. BIM gives contractors, engineers, and project managers an intelligent model for their built assets, enabling stakeholders to plan, collaborate, and execute the project effectively. . Simply put, BIM keeps everyone on the same page. But there’s much more to the technology that impacts both your field teams and those working from the office. .

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting | Best Method Of Rooftop Rain Water Harvesting | Rain Roof Water Harvesting System

Civiconcepts

What Is Rooftop Rain Harvesting This Rooftop rainwater harvesting system is mostly used for domestic purposes as well as in rural areas the RTRWH system is highly adapted. The rooftop … Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting | Best Method Of Rooftop Rain Water Harvesting | Rain Roof Water Harvesting System Read More ».

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How To Prevent Your Construction Company's Yearly Cycle Of Chaos

Contractor Bookkeeping

The year is almost over. Fourth-quarter and year-end deadlines are approaching. Most construction business owners who reach out to us describe this as their "Year End Madness" to prepare their documents for the tax accountant. The end of the year tends to be chaotic for construction company owners, but it's an excellent time to get some extra housekeeping done for your business.

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Tips for High Volume Hiring

ExactHire - Construction

Organizations pursuing high-volume hiring propel job creation and fuel economic growth. Unfortunately, filling high-volume requisitions isn’t for the faint of heart. When you’re dealing with mass hiring, you need creative and practical ways to complete it. Talent is one of the most coveted assets, and organizations succeed only when they have the right skills and talent in the pipeline.

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PROVEN FORMULA FOR EFFICIENT FACILITIES Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Construction

Job Order Contracting

PROVEN FORMULA FOR EFFICIENT FACILITIES Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Construction. Robust Process Integration + Common Shared Cost/Technical Information + Supporting Tech = Measurably Improved Cost Management. Integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology with proven industry best practices and organization-specific requirements into a proven cost management solution.

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Modularity: The Bigger Picture

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Modular construction is known for saving time and money but has bigger picture potential to impact the future of the construction workforce. Despite so many aspects of the economy and daily lives stalling during the pandemic, modular construction took off. The need to rapidly add or adjust space paved the way for modular solutions which helped meet urgent needs for affordable housing, healthcare facilities and data center capacity, among other things, quickly.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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What Is Crazing Concrete | Concrete Crazing | Crazing Of Concrete | Spider Cracking In Concrete

Civiconcepts

What Is Crazing of Concrete? Often known as spider cracking or map-pattern cracking, Crazing concrete is a hexagonal shape that appears on the surface of the concrete that resembles a … What Is Crazing Concrete | Concrete Crazing | Crazing Of Concrete | Spider Cracking In Concrete Read More ».

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The History of the Straw Bale Revival with Matts Myhrman

Natural Building

The Last Straw recently published this Oral History of The Straw Building Revival with Matts Myhrman. The Last Straw: So, Matts, when you were younger did you have any sense that you would end up building with bales? Matts Myhrman: Not in the slightest. My dad was quite a good carpenter and he started me off very young, so I knew the basics of hand tools.

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Key Drivers To Improve Construction Profitability And Cash Flow

Contractor Bookkeeping

Enlightened contractors like you understand the value of developing your own unique Construction Contracting System, a collection of documented repeatable processes and operation manuals. The key is continuously refining your construction company's practices and procedures. Your office ensures your contracting company has a steady flow of projects. Proper accounting and bookkeeping develop timely financial reports to show which jobs are profitable so you can pursue more.

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A Guide to Eco-Friendly Construction

Construction Marketing

As we suffer from climate change and temperatures rise over the years, we must adapt our lifestyles. Recently, the focus on sustainable living has increased. Sustainable living refers to incorporating environmentally friendly policies. Construction and building are significant areas where we need to introduce sustainable practices. While construction practices have not been environmentally friendly, going green has several benefits for construction companies.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario.  Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin

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Keystone Pipe Has Full Restart After 14,000-Barrel Spill Dec. 7

ENR Construction

Crude oil spill in Kansas is contained but not fully cleaned up, as fed agency allows full line operation and Canadian owner TC Energy has yet to state pipeline rupture cause.

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Our Top 10 Construction Blogs from 2022

Autodesk Construction Cloud

As 2023 approaches and we begin to look back and reflect over last year’s events, now is a great time to review some of the best and most notable blogs from our Digital Builder blog. By taking some time to review these blogs now, it gives us an excellent opportunity to refresh ourselves on what has happened and what may be to come in 2023 and beyond.

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Quartz Kitchen Countertop | 11 Types Of Quartz Kitchen Countertops | Best Quartz Countertops Colors | Top Kitchen With Quartz Countertops

Civiconcepts

What Are Quartz Kitchen Countertops? This Quartz Stone Countertops for kitchens are comprised of 90 to 95 % of pulverized quartz, and blended with 5 TO 10% of polyester resins, … Quartz Kitchen Countertop | 11 Types Of Quartz Kitchen Countertops | Best Quartz Countertops Colors | Top Kitchen With Quartz Countertops Read More ».

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Natural Building - Untitled Article

Natural Building

Atelier Daniel Florez was invited to complete a new beach pavilion as a cluster of three, giant pergolas made of laminated wood and bamboo at Hotel Kilombo Villas in Tibau do Sul, Brazil. The pergolas provide plenty of shaded and ventilated space below the polycarbonate roof by projecting the shadow of a leaf that moves and disappears with the movements of the clouds, wind, and sun.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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Year-end Closing And Planning For Construction Business Owners

Contractor Bookkeeping

The end of the year is typically a reflective time. Something about that lull between holiday festivities and New Year's Eve sets the stage for introspection and review. While you're busy reflecting on the year ending and making plans for the new one about to begin, make sure you take some time to consider your finances. Preparing your End of Financial Year (EOFY) information often feels stressful—there are receipts to sort out and reports to review.

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Robust Facilities Sustainment Solution

Job Order Contracting

A robust facilities sustainment solution is critical to any real property owner. #1. A current real property inventory of all critical facilities systems – Foundations, Floors, Exterior Walls, Exterior Windows, Exterior Doors, Roof Coverings, Interior Construction, Casework, Doors, Partitions, Interior Windows, Stairs, Wall Finishes, Floor Finishes, Ceilings, Elevators/Lifts/Conveying Systems, Plumbing, Domestic Water Equipment, Sanitary Waste, Specialty Piping Systems, Gas Monitors, Flow Monito

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7 Tips For Finding The Right Heavy Equipment Dealer

Construction Marketing

Managing a contraction site or other related projects requires investing in heavy equipment like excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, trenchers, graders, and compactors, among others. There are several benefits of utilizing these machines. For one, they help enhance the efficiency of processes and increase the rate of output. Besides, they facilitate activities that can’t be done manually.

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How to Bid Like You’ve Already Won the Job

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Your approach to bidding, especially in comparison to the competition, will be reflected in your hit ratio. The bid-hit ratio should be balanced, and you want the number of hits to be as high as possible. For example, if your bid-hit ratio is 3:1, it means that you get a third of the jobs you bid on. That’s good, but the goal would be to get to a 1:1 ratio and get every job you want. .

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.

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What Is Architecture | 8 Types of Architects | Different Types of Architecture | Top Architecture Types With Pictures

Civiconcepts

Introduction To Architecture Before we start Let’s discuss architecture first. So, What is Architecture? Architecture is the study of designing and building a variety of structures that are used to … What Is Architecture | 8 Types of Architects | Different Types of Architecture | Top Architecture Types With Pictures Read More ».

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Maine Court Upholds Leases for Paused $1B Hydropower Line

ENR Construction

Referendum halting $1-billion, 145-mile transmission line to connect Canadian hydropower to Massachusetts’ power grid did not nullify state land leases in its corridor, court said.

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Cost-Reduction Strategies For Construction Company Owners

Contractor Bookkeeping

Cutting costs can be a quick and easy way to improve the profitability of your construction business. Introducing cost-control measures can bring immediate savings and ensure you remain profitable in the long term. But cost-control measures must be carefully managed. Eliminating errant expenses is beneficial, but indiscriminate cost-cutting could lead to a drop in quality or poor morale if staff fear being made redundant or are not given the tools they need to do their job efficiently.

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A Relationship-based Approach to Sustainable Facilities Management

Job Order Contracting

A Relationship-based Approach to Sustainable Facilities Management is needed to meet current and emerging economic and environmental requirements. Traditional methods for planning, procuring, and delivery repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction are incapable of consistently delivery of quality outcomes on time and on time. Internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams need to be integrated on an early and ongoing basis with a robust programmatic framework.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Discover the Power of Next Gen Construction ERP

In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

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Designing offices for the digital workspace

Construction Specifier

By Josh Lowery. Photos courtesy Makeway. Despite the ongoing debate about remote versus in-office work, the genie cannot be put back into the bottle. The pandemic sparked lasting changes to how and where people work. As a result, companies are rethinking their need for space, asking different questions about how to use the space they have, and seeking guidance on how to build for the future.

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Q&A: How Industrialized Construction Renews Modular Power Solutions’ Business Certainty  

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The data center market estimates a growth of ?$615.96 billion ?by 2025. Hinging on this monumental projection is an immense uptick in demand in the construction industry to build these facilities and build them fast. . Modular Power Solutions (MPS),—a subsidiary of Rosendin Holdings—is the premier provider of end-to-end design, engineering, and offsite modular manufacturing services for large-scale data center projects. .

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Types of Air Conditioners | 8 Best Types Of AC | Popular Air Conditioning Types With Pros & Cons | Types of Air Conditioning System

Civiconcepts

Introduction To Air Conditioners An Air Conditioning system is a type of electrical device it is used for the removal of heat and moisture from the interior of an occupied … Types of Air Conditioners | 8 Best Types Of AC | Popular Air Conditioning Types With Pros & Cons | Types of Air Conditioning System Read More ».