Business Facilities
JANUARY 5, 2022
Louisiana’s many advantages — including incentives, facilities and skilled crews — attract major productions. The post Louisiana Is Built For Film And TV Production appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 11, 2022
With rising costs and stalled supply chains, theft of construction materials from job sites is on the rise; here are 4 ways to protect your projects.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 16, 2022
Augmented reality (AR) has proven its value across multiple industries and has demonstrated that it can be leveraged beyond the realms of gaming and entertainment. As such, the AR/VR market is expected to see a 77% CAGR from 2019-2023. In retail, brands are adopting augmented reality to enrich the online shopping experience, allowing shoppers to see what an item (e.g., a piece of furniture or appliance) might look like in their own environment.
Safety Services Company
JANUARY 4, 2022
Management systems are a great way to assess and control environmental health and safety issues within your organization. They help you along the implementation journey ensuring you get buy-in at every level. So how do you go about using a management system? The framework to remember: plan –> do –> check –> act. In this episode, Jackie Baxley , Principal and EHS Practice Leader at HRP Associates, Inc. , talks about how management systems work and best practices for
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.
Civiconcepts
JANUARY 17, 2022
What Is Ladder? A ladder is a piece of climbing equipment made up of repeating bars or steps (rungs) between two upright lengths of metal, wood, or rope that is … 10 Different Types of Ladders and Their Uses | Best Types of Ladders | Material Used For Ladders Read More ».
Practical Law Construction
JANUARY 19, 2022
I appreciate that not everyone will agree but, as well as striving to get to the right answer, correctly applying the law, and so on, most adjudicators also want to provide the parties with a decision that is ultimately enforceable by the TCC. I think I also speak for most adjudicators when I say that it comes as somewhat of a relief when we read a judgment on BAILII or the like and we’ve been enforced.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 27, 2022
From vaccine mandates to new construction opportunities, these are some of the headlines we were following in January 2022.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 31, 2022
Photos courtesy Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association ( PIMA ). by Marcin Pazera, PhD. When installing a new or replacement low-slope roof, the right components can dramatically improve the system’s performance and longevity. As the continued effects of climate change place greater demands on the built environment, adequate insulation has increasingly become a central element in evaluating a building’s resiliency and thermal efficiency.
Safety Services Company
JANUARY 11, 2022
Companies that put more emphasis on production and the bottom line will still lose revenue because of employee safety incidents. Having someone on board who’s passionate about EHS pays its own dividends. In this episode, Todd Waldron , Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor at Comstock Resources , joins us for a lively conversation about being a truly effective EHS leader.
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 19, 2022
Typically, your HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system plays a crucial role in providing better indoor air quality around your home. But, like other appliances and equipment in your dwelling, your air conditioning unit will deteriorate over time. You’d probably require maintenance, repair, or replacement when this happens. However, unless you’re an expert in the HVAC industry, you need a contractor to handle your heating and air conditioning needs.
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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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 28, 2022
Every manager has habits that make them effective. Managing contractors doesn't just mean scheduling them and making sure they're progressing on the project, but also knowing how to address workplace matters proactively - for one, the growing generational differences among their peers to communicate effectively and boost productivity. These days, it's inevitable that a diverse group of older and younger workers cross paths in the construction industry.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 14, 2022
Cancer screening and diagnostics company Exact Sciences will create 1,300 jobs at its new Madison, WI facilities. The post Exact Sciences Commits $350M To Wisconsin Expansion appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 19, 2022
Learn how your construction organization can simplify these 5 workflows with the help of connected construction technology.
Civiconcepts
JANUARY 31, 2022
What Do Concrete Anchors Do? A Concrete Anchors are Join concrete with other types of objects like metal, wood, plastic, machinery, and even more concrete elements. The Types of Concrete … 10 Types of Concrete Anchors | Anchor Bolts For Concrete | 10 Best Anchors For Concrete | Concrete Anchor Types Read More ».
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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.
Learn Civil Engineering
JANUARY 31, 2022
What are steel bars? Steel bars are the core components of the construction industry. Steel bars are also known as reinforcing bars or reinforcing steel. As we know, plain concrete is weak in tension and strong in compression. So, Steel bars are used for the reinforcement of concrete structures to strengthen the structure under the […].
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 20, 2022
What Are Submittals — and How to Improve. In this new age of connected construction , it’s more important than ever before to stay on top of your game. Fall just a bit behind on time or budget, and you may find yourself losing out to competitors or irretrievably late to forthcoming technology developments. Before construction begins, one of the most important aspects of any contractor’s job is managing construction submittals, which determine the accuracy of project completion, the success
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 21, 2022
The daily processes and transactions involved in operating a general maintenance and repair contracting business can mean long hours of repetitive tasks and occasional oversights due to human nature. These days, you can use technology to take care of almost any issue facing your business. Automating these tasks can result in significant savings in resources and eliminate mistakes caused by human error.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 5, 2022
A $231.6M program of rail projects has been proposed to upgrade economic development infrastructure in central and southern Alabama. The post Alabama Launches $231M Rail Project Program appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
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
JANUARY 26, 2022
Construction professionals are optimistic about growth in 2022, according to results from a new Viewpoint Network Survey.
Civiconcepts
JANUARY 31, 2022
In mechanical operation as well as a general practice, a hammer is an essential tool. Hammer used for impacting the surface of an object or for removing scraps. There are … 25 Types of Hammers | Different Types of Hammers and Their Uses | Top 25 Hammers Types Read More ».
Learn Civil Engineering
JANUARY 24, 2022
What is a Carpet Area? The carpet area is the area between wall to wall. Here the thickness of the wall doesn’t include because as mentioned it is the distance between wall to wall. A carpet area can be simply understood as the area in a room or hall on which a carpet can be […].
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 31, 2022
Photos courtesy Stuart Dean Company. Restoring original design intent after decades of façade damage. by Christopher C. Incorvaia. A striking, early example of late modern “high-technology” architecture received a 21 st century facelift. Its aluminum-clad exterior was refinished with a polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) based coating system, restoring the building’s façade to a just-like-new condition designed to last for over 20 years.
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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.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 17, 2022
As we leave 2021 behind, it’s a good time to look closely at the construction industry’s economic outlook for 2022. From what we were challenged by last year to what opportunities lie ahead, there’s a lot to takeaway from this special episode. Listen to the episode now. You can also listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , Google Podcasts , and anywhere else you get your podcasts.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 13, 2022
Nucor Corporation will invest more than $2.7 billion—the company's largest single investment—in a state-of-the-art sheet steel mill Mason County, WV. The post Nucor Announces Largest Investment In West Virginia History appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 19, 2022
As we celebrate Data Privacy Week 2022, here are some data privacy best practices contractors should be thinking about.
Civiconcepts
JANUARY 28, 2022
The roof is an essential part of the building envelop it is covering the topmost portion of the house or building and the roof is supported on the wall of … 20 Parts of Roof | Parts Terminology | Roof Diagram | Roof Structure Diagram | Roof Parts Name Read More ».
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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
Learn Civil Engineering
JANUARY 29, 2022
What is Gypsum? Gypsum is broadly mined and is used as a fertilizer. Also, It is used as the main constituent in many forms of plaster, blackboard/sidewalk chalk, and drywall. Meaning of Gypsum Gypsum is a soft sulphate mineral which is composed of calcium sulphate dehydrate and Its chemical formula is CaSo42H2O. Also Read: Plastering […].
Natural Building
JANUARY 2, 2022
Cob, a mixture of subsoil and straw, was historically used in England and there are examples of cob buildings over 500 years old. Despite renewed interest, cob construction remains the niche activity of a few enthusiasts. There are no standards for making and using cob, and insulation needs to be added to the walls in order to meet building regulations.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 18, 2022
See the latest updates to Autodesk Build. Over 25 new updates, features and enhancements to Autodesk Build were just released. All of which are geared towards helping you better connect your teams, data and processes. Check out the latest Autodesk Build releases below. Jump to release details by type: Document Management Releases. Files. Access to project files on mobile.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 24, 2022
GM will renovate its Western New York Lockport Components plant, where it will manufacture electric motor components for electric trucks and SUVs. . The post General Motors Will Invest $154M In New York Electric Motor Facility Upgrade appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
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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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