June, 2021

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Alabama: Revving Up On The Road To Recovery

Business Facilities

Maintaining its focus on the future, Alabama is regaining economic momentum for substantial growth. - Read: Alabama: Revving Up On The Road To Recovery at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The world’s first 3D printed school completes in Malawi, Africa

BD+C

The world’s first 3D printed school has completed construction in Malawi, Africa. The project used a BOD2 printer from COBOD. The 600-sf school’s walls were 3D printed in just 18 hours. The school will help attract more students and provide facilities for a country with a shortage of 36,000 classrooms. This shortage would take an estimated 70 years to build using conventional methods and speed. . .

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Automatic for the People — Modern Tools for Construction Hiring

Viewpoint Construction Technology

With the help of Viewpoint’s HR Management software, construction HR departments can automate their onboarding, training and reporting processes.

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7 Key Precautions To Ensure Loading Dock Safety

Construction Marketing

Loading docks are the main entry points for all the goods distributed in markets and stores. Practically every product that you can buy have, at one point, passed through some busy loading docks. There’s no doubt that docks or bays located in freight terminals and warehouses play a vital role in commerce. . With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock.

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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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The limits of a reply

Practical Law Construction

A claimant who receives a defence is not required to take any further step in relation to the statements of case. It can consider the pleadings closed and seek to move on to directions, disclosure, evidence and ultimately trial. Nevertheless, sometimes the claimant will want to react to or deal with the allegations made in the defence. In particular, the claimant or its advisors may think that there is some additional or alternative way of putting the claim which is not defeated by the pleaded d

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Talent Attraction: Millennial Magnets

Business Facilities

Millennials will soon make up 75 percent of the U.S. workforce—and locations that offer the right balance of living, working and playing are the frontrunners to acquire their skills. - Read: Talent Attraction: Millennial Magnets at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Three AEC firms launch a mass timber product for quicker school construction

BD+C

The website expertmarketresearch.com estimates that the value of the global cross-laminated timber market hit $779 million in 2020, and is expected to grow annually by 13% to $1.624 billion in 2026.

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What Contractors Need to Know About Employment Equality and Diversity Regulations in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A special look into the issue of DEI in construction and the compliance measures companies should be adhering to.

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Tour an Off-Grid Shipping Container Home

Natural Building

Rosie constructed a fine off-the-grid home out of five 20ft shipping containers. The home is situated in the middle of a spectacular conservation block and her modern shipping container home has been wonderfully designed to take full advantage of the surrounding landscape. This home is completely off the grid, with solar power, rainwater collection and even a vermi-composting toilet, meaning she will never need to see another power or water bill again.

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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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Top 5 Benefits Of Pipe Racks As Containers

Civiconcepts

Steel Pipe Racks are essential to every highly productive and organized industrial workplace. They offer so many benefits that make daily operations go smoothly and efficiently. If you have yet … Top 5 Benefits Of Pipe Racks As Containers Read More ».

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Let People Know You’re Hiring With This Easy LinkedIn Feature

A David Creation

Struggling to hire? You’re not alone in the current nationwide labor shortage. The home improvement industry, among others, is experiencing difficulty onboarding field workers as unemployment checks entice capable workers to stay unemployed. As an Account Executive for ADC, I see this issue across the board with our clients. While it might be encouraging to see schedules filled with eager customers, work cannot be done without laborers.

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EV Manufacturer Picks Tulsa For First Mega Microfactory

Business Facilities

Electric vehicle (EV) maker Canoo will build its first mega microfactory on a 400-acre site at the MidAmerica Industrial Park, where it will create over 2,000 jobs. - Read: EV Manufacturer Picks Tulsa For First Mega Microfactory at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Post-pandemic, architects need to advocate harder for project sustainability

BD+C

The coronavirus pandemic accelerated a shift toward architectural design work on existing buildings that already had been underway. That shift presents new opportunities, but also challenges that manufacturers and other partners can help architects meet. But when it comes to designing sustainably, architects need to become more than just “passive advisors” who leave final decisions to clients.

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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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Planning for a Crisis: The Importance of a Construction Cybersecurity Plan

Viewpoint Construction Technology

With cyberattacks on the rise, learn how to create a construction cybersecurity plan to protect sensitive data.

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Analysis Reports Construction Employment Slips by 20K in May, Supply-Chain Problems Plague Nonresidential Contractors

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment declined for the third time in the past four months in May as nonresidential contractors coped with lengthening and unpredictable delivery times that limited their ability to start or complete projects, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data. Association officials added that many contractors report they are having a hard time finding qualified workers to hire as some people remain reluctant to return to work while thei

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WBM Road | Construction Procedure of WBM Road | Water Bound Macadam | WBM Road Specification

Civiconcepts

What Is WBM Road The full form of WBM is Water Bound Macadam Road which is the most commonly used road construction procedure for more than 100 years. The Water … WBM Road | Construction Procedure of WBM Road | Water Bound Macadam | WBM Road Specification Read More ».

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The Void and the Revolve

Revit OpEd

A tale of mystery set in ancient times.a fairytale of majestic proportions. Sadly it's more mundane than that. This morning I noticed a distinctly Reviteristic situation while answering a client's question. To get a void to cut a revolve, their orientation to one another seems to matter. If I create a revolve in the Front view of a Generic Face Based template and then create the extrusion in a side (Right/Left) view the void won't cut if the extrusion extends too far toward the other side of the

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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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Building The Top Tech Talent Pipeline In Virginia

Business Facilities

Virginia is injecting more than $2 billion into a Tech Talent Investment Program that cumulatively represents the largest state commitment to computer science education. - Read: Building The Top Tech Talent Pipeline In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The countries with the most green buildings

BD+C

The United States is leading the way in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green buildings, according to new research by Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service. .

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Continual Construction Technology Learning — At Your Fingertips

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint’s webinar series, “The Punch List” provides customers with the tools they need to succeed in the construction industry.

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The Art Of Selling Your Construction Services Effectively

Contractor Bookkeeping

Sales are about addressing your customers' needs and problems. By understanding the issues clients face, you can show them how your service solves their problems. Here are some tips for asking the right sales questions to better understand and help your customers. 1. Don't jump into sales questions right away. Sales aren't just about making a sale, although that's certainly part of it.

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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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Density of Cement | Density of Sand | Sand Density | Cement Density |Density of Aggregate | Density of concrete

Civiconcepts

Density Of Cement, Sand, And Aggregate Density is mass per unit volume of a substance i.e. unit weight of that respective substance. Density is denoted in a symbolic form called … Density of Cement | Density of Sand | Sand Density | Cement Density |Density of Aggregate | Density of concrete Read More ».

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Alan Parent Earns National Design-Build Certification

PC Construction

PC is pleased to announce that Alan Parent, the director of business development for PC’s water and wastewater construction market, has successfully completed the Design-Build Institute of America’s comprehensive education and certification testing program. Alan. The post Alan Parent Earns National Design-Build Certification first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.

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Customized Training Programs: Finding The Perfect Fit

Business Facilities

Everywhere from factory floors to research labs to virtual space—and every work space in between—today’s customized training programs are ensuring that new hires quickly get up to speed. - Read: Customized Training Programs: Finding The Perfect Fit at BusinessFacilities.com.

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A post-pandemic ‘new normal’ for apartment buildings

BD+C

Nearly 40 million Americans live in apartments. And because of the COVID-19 pandemic, developers and residents have been forced to rethink apartment living in terms of health, space, and utility.

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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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State of the Construction Industry: June 2021 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A breakdown of some of the construction industry's biggest headlines and stories in June 2021.

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Training adjudicators in Canada

Practical Law Construction

It is almost four years to the day that I blogged about Ontario’s plans to introduce prompt payment and adjudication provisions to construction contracts. I can’t believe how time flies and that, not only did Ontario enact its Construction Lien Amendment Act (which amended the Construction Lien Act and introduced new prompt payment rules and adjudication to resolve payment disputes “faster”), I’m now in the middle of teaching an adjudication training programme to bu

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Bridge Abutment |10 Bridge Abutment Types | Abutment Bridge

Civiconcepts

Bridge Abutment Means Bridge Abutment is an element of a bridge, that gives vertical support to the bridge superstructure at the bridge ends, adjoins the bridge with the approach roadway, … Bridge Abutment |10 Bridge Abutment Types | Abutment Bridge Read More ».