Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Back in February 2021, I wrote a blog entitled, You must adjudicate before you can arbitrate , where I discussed Lady Wolffe’s judgment in Fraserburgh Harbour Commissioners v McLaughlin & Harvey Ltd. At the time, I said that if parties have a tiered dispute resolution clause in their contract, one thing they shouldn’t do is jump in at the deep end, missing out a step or two on the way, because we know the judges don’t like this (as was proved by Lady Wolffe’s dismissal of the c

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Old-fashioned construction accounting can’t win against today’s complex projects and high-risk landscape. Viewpoint Analytics brings powerful reports.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

In the largest foreign direct investment in Texas on record, Samsung will create more than 2,000 high-tech jobs at its new semiconductor manufacturing facility in Taylor, TX. The post Texas Lands $17B Samsung Chip Manufacturing Factory appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Photos courtesy Bendheim. By Thomas Renner. Like most projects, architectural choices in education projects are incredibly complex. Many decisions including critical energy performance and efficiency choices are especially crucial. The biggest influencers are the community and site where the school is being built. Also important are budget and requirements for specialty spaces; gymnasiums and auditoriums are large masses that influence school design.

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Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

What Is Bed? A bed is a piece of furniture made from wood or other materials which are used for sleep or rest. A bed is typically used with the … Queen Bed Dimensions | Dimensions on Queen Size Bed Read More ».

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Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

“Quick and dirty” is not a phrase that we usually associate with dispute resolution. However, as many construction practitioners will know, adjudication provides an exception. Speed has its benefits but it rarely makes things simple. As our colleague, Ravinder, explained in her blog , adjudication is not always a straightforward process.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We asked our employees and customers what they are most thankful for this year. To kick off the holidays, we want to share some of the responses!

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The Lone Star State has been the top state for exports for 19 consecutive years, surpassing the combined total for its three closest competitors. The post Everything Is Big In Texas—And Getting Bigger appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Photo courtesy The Architectural Team and Lendlease. By Peter Barrett and Todd Kimmel CPHD, CDT. Ever more stringent energy code requirements have necessitated increased insulation levels; in many cases, this includes adding exterior insulation. Additional insulation thickness and changes to the insulation location require reconsideration with regards to vapor diffusion and condensation control.

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Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

What Is Concrete Edging? Concrete edging is a landscaping operation which aim is to create a border between two types of the ground line between the garden and pawn. Edging … What Is Concrete Edging | Types of Concrete Edging | Concrete Curbing | Concrete Garden Edging Read More ».

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A David Creation

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Taking a closer look at your hiring strategy as we enter the winter months, maybe planning ahead for spring? Good move! I know that this is typically a season when contractors back off of hiring a bit, especially with all the economic unknowns. It’d be nice to be able to predict the future, but that’s not really an option at this point… My best recommendation is to stay optimistic and have a backup plan, including a plan for hiring.

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Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

We often hear cases referred to as having turned on their facts and, if there was ever an example of this it would be the judgment handed down in October 2021 in G&D Brickwork Contractors Ltd v Marbank Construction Ltd. The parties’ names will ring a bell with some of you because, earlier in the year, O’Farrell J refused to grant an injunction restraining G&D from bringing adjudication proceedings, and last month’s judgment from Joanna Smith J deals with the enforcement of the adjudicato

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Leslie Shiner's tips for maximizing construction cash flow and improving contractors' bottom lines.

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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

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

AWS has already broken ground on the $3.5 billion Data Center Region in Alberta, which will be one of two in Canada. The post Amazon Web Services To Create 950 Jobs In Calgary appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Photos courtesy Hoover Treated Wood Products Inc. By Mike Eckhoff, PhD. The U.S. is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed.

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Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

How many bags of concrete do I need for a 10×10 slab? Let me clear first, here we are discussing ready mix concrete bags. Traditionally, concrete is made by mixing … How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need For 10×10 Slab Read More ».

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Job Order Contracting has never been easier. 91% of FM managers say there’s a gap between the knowledge and skills their team has and what they need to excel. – 2021 PMI Survey. Improvement is never easy and is especially difficult in the public sector where the same methods have been in place for decades. Savvy public facility management professionals are diligently working to significantly alter the ‘status quo’ and achieve significant performance gains.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

As was the case with BIM nearly 20 years ago, digital twins are now reshaping the built world in terms of how infrastructure is designed, constructed, and operated.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

New report shows construction executives and frontline employees may not agree on tech stack capabilities.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

RemArms will create 856 jobs at its new headquarters, advanced manufacturing facility, and R&D center in LaGrange, GA. The post Remington Firearms Investing $100M In New Georgia Global HQ appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The sights and sounds of the churchgoing experience should enhance the feeling of being immersed in an inspirational environment, where hope is generated, and burdens are lifted. By Buddy Siebenlist. Religious services are carefully customized to deliver timeless and transformative messages evoking thought and contemplation. To produce the maximum effect, they should stimulate the senses as well as the mind.

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Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Introduction to Construction Vehicle Names The Mechanical equipment of various designs, as well as types, are necessary for construction work to meet the nature of the activity. Previously, different types … 26 Construction Vehicle Names and Pictures Read More ».

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Ladakh has a long and harsh winter season when temperatures hit as low as -30°C (-22°F). These long winters reduce the cropping season to barely four or five months in a year. Other factors include low precipitation largely in the form of heavy snowfall, high wind velocity, sparse plant density, thin atmosphere with high volumes of UV radiation and a fragile ecosystem.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The Financial District and Seaport section plan of the city’s coastal resiliency strategy, estimated to cost $5 billion or more, calls for construction of a flood wall, drainage improvements and the extension of Manhattan land as far as 200 ft into the East River.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Why construction forecasting is more important than ever and why modern technology is a must.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Cement manufacturer James Hardie now has a place on the Chicago skyline with a new 68,000-square-foot U.S. headquarters. The post James Hardie Industries Unveils New Chicago Headquarters appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Photo © Bigstockphoto.com. By Borjen Yeh, PhD, PE. Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and glue-laminated timber (glulam) products are designed for applications where they will be highly stressed under design loads. Drilling or notching of LVL and glulam should typically be avoided. However, in situations where it is not possible, these guidelines should be followed.

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Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Wood could be an assortment of tiny cells. A close cross-checks at wood shows it to be created of tiny cells or fibers that are thus small they often cannot … Which Is Best Wood For Furniture | 8 Types of Wood For Funiture | Types of Wood Furniture Read More ».

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