Wolgast Corporation
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
We hear about energy efficiency, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, and carbon emissions more frequently these days, but maybe not as popular is Net Zero Energy Building or Net Zero Energy Building Ready. These aren’t new concepts, but with the flurry of attention on energy savings, we wanted to check into the current status for Michigan Commercial Building Owners.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Decreasing material costs, a push for more BIM practices, and more high-dollar projects among the construction industry headlines in September.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Picture this: your construction firm is looking to bid on a project to renovate an old factory into a new office building. The owner wants to preserve the structure’s historic look and feel while revamping the building’s internal layout and adding modern amenities. . It’s an exciting project, but it also comes with a host of challenges.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
There are a few different methods that employers use to pay their employees, and while they may have similarities, they each also have implications for your construction business and employees. On top of that, there may be a blended model at play, in which you offer two types of compensation at once, such as a wage and bonuses. When paying employees, laws and the IRS have made the payroll function a time-consuming nightmare for the small business owner.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
By Makoto S. Weinstein, PE and Scott A. Tomlinson, PE. Photo © iStock. Designers of new construction and renovation projects sometimes prefer to use exterior-grade waterproofing and roofing products (collectively referred to as “exterior-grade waterproofing” in this article) within interior space for improved performance compared to typical interior-grade waterproofing products.
Civiconcepts
SEPTEMBER 24, 2022
Introduction To Epoxy Flooring It is possible that you have never heard of epoxy flooring when you are considering various flooring designs. The epoxy resin flooring really stands out from … What Is Epoxy Flooring | Types Of Epoxy Flooring | 10 Best Epoxy Floors For Home | Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxy Flooring Read More ».
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Trimble Dimensions+, the biggest construction conference of the year, is in person, in Las Vegas, in November! Register now.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
And How to Avoid Construction Errors and Mistakes Altogether. When it comes to large construction projects, the last thing a contractor wants to deal with is a costly mistake that will cause them to absorb the repair costs into their budgets. However, this problem was exactly what one major contractor recently faced during the D.C. Silver Line Metrorail project leading to the Dulles International Airport.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
As prices continue to rise, you've likely noticed that your cost of doing business has increased as well. After all, the main point of any business is to make money, and you can't do that if you're no longer breaking even. It's inevitable in every industry – you must raise your prices to continue making a profit. Many factors decide how much to charge, all of which are dynamic.
Learn Civil Engineering
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Are you unable to choose a beautiful place for a trip? There are many beautiful cities or places in the world where you may appreciate nature and human constructions. They combine perfect views with amazing art in ideal harmony. If you are looking for a place that is a perfect mixture of both man and nature […].
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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.
Civiconcepts
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022
What Is Expoxy Paint? Epoxy paints are made up of latex acrylic and a small amount of epoxy, where epoxy is one type of polymer that is responsible for the … What Is Epoxy Paint? | 5 Difference Between Epoxy Paint & Normal Paint | How To Apply Epoxy Paint Read More ».
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Workforce, infrastructure, and quality of life factor into corporate headquarters decisions. Choosing where to move or expand this operation depends on these aspects and more.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
As more and more contractors move to the cloud, those that have held back are finding their reasonings are losing steam.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Construction schedules: they are highly complex, sometimes consisting of thousands and thousands of scheduled activities. This leaves you, the scheduler, to deal with tracking all the moving pieces to ensure projects stay on time and within budget. . Scheduling is not an easy task but it is especially difficult when you consider the complexity of managing all the changes that occur as the project progresses.
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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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Traditionally, employers have relied on giving employees raises to retain their staff and reward them for being hard-working and loyal. Raises can get expensive, and there is often an upper limit for what you can offer regarding increasing salaries and wages. Keeping your employees happy makes business sense. You want to keep your good employees, and it costs money to find, hire and train new staff.
Natural Building
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
I have been invited to participate in a panel assembled to explore the concept of providing comfortable shelter for all of Earth’s inhabitants. This is part of a larger program called Peace Week 2022 , which is a unifying initiative that celebrates and amplifies the many voices and actions that are happening around the International Day of Peace on September 21st.
Civiconcepts
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
What Do You Mean By Thermal Insulation? The process of heat reduction and heat transfer between the thermal object within the range of radioactive influence, it’s called a process of … Thermal Insulation | Thermal Insulation Materials In Buildings | Best Thermal Insulation In Buildings Read More ».
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
TN Composites will invest $23 million in its Dickson County expansion, Piedmont Lithium will establish a $582 million lithium hydroxide processing, refining and manufacturing facility in McMinn County.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Your Construction Equipment and Construction Fleets are Your Company’s Biggest Capital Assets—Protect It With Better Data.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
As with every industry, everything ultimately boils down to the bottom line. But in construction, with razor-thin margins, the stakes are significantly higher and there is little room for the unexpected. Contractors are focused on executing efficiently and safety, while winning new business and staying profitable. . However, the industry is at a pressure point and unfortunately, the unexpected is one of the few things companies can expect.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Doing something different is hard. Do you feel like everyone else is the most brilliant person in the room, and you just don't get it? Getting into a rut and repeatedly doing the same things is easy. If those things work, then yes, continue to do them repeatedly. The problem is when something is not working, and you continue down the same path expecting a different result.
Practical Law Construction
SEPTEMBER 24, 2022
Every so often the TCC produces a judgment that serves as a cautionary tale of how domestic building projects can go wrong and how the resultant litigation can be often be a: “… financial disaster for one of the parties and, even if not, likely an expensive and ultimately unrewarding result for both.” Those who have advised on and acted in such claims will be familiar with trying to manage the particular conflicting factors.
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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.
Civiconcepts
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
What do you mean by Drywall Anchors? Sometimes you need to set fasteners on walls such as Screw and nail into a material that does not hold tight you use … 15 Types of Drywall Anchors | Different Types Of Wall Anchors | Dry Wall Anchors Types | Best Types of Wall Anchors For Wall Read More ».
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Below is a listing of LEAN construction practices. Of these, only LEAN Job Order Contracting provides a robust framework that integrates internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams within a common data environment inclusive of actionable cost visibility, defined workflows, and quantitative metrics. 6 Sigma. Benchmarking.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Trimble and GlobalData break down the details behind the connected construction experience and how technology is redefining construction worldwide.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Many construction companies struggle with data—but not because they don’t have enough of it. Quite the opposite: our research with FMI shows that the volume of project data has doubled over the last few years. Unfortunately, much of that information (95%, according to this FMI study ) goes unused. Furthermore, 90% of the data is unstructured and may come in the form of photos, videos, purchase history, and customer service call logs.
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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
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Kilgore Economic Development Corp. in Kilgore, Texas, has invested in construction documents for a 53,000 SF industrial building with flexible floor plans.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
An extension of the Southwest Light Rail Transit (Southwest LRT) in Minnesota is nine years behind schedule and $1.5 billion over budget, according to a recently released report from the state legislature’s Office of Legislative Auditor.
Civiconcepts
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
What do you mean by Wood Joint? A wood joint as the name suggests is one type of joining piece of lumber or timber for creating other structures. Also, it … 12 Types of Wood Joints | Woodworking Joints | 12 Best Types of Wood Joinery | Methods Of Joining Wood Read More ».
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Greater focus is required upon Construction Project Delivery Leadership in the public sector. Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities however have been notoriously ill managed. Both formal and professional education have not prepared real property owners to address the basics of planning, procurement, and project delivery that enable the consistent delivery of qu
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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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