Business Facilities
APRIL 8, 2021
Skipcart, Matthews International and SafeRide Health will create a total of more than 250 new jobs in the region. - Read: Three Tech Companies Choose San Antonio For HQs, Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 29, 2021
Details of the $2 trillion-plus American Jobs Act, modular construction and a look at cities' projects explored in this April 2021 industry roundup.
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BD+C
APRIL 30, 2021
In the recent U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report released by Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of Q1‘21, New York City continues to hold the lead amongst U.S. markets for the most projects in the U.S. construction pipeline with 145 projects/24,762 rooms. Other U.S. markets that follow are Los Angeles with 144 projects/23,994 rooms, Dallas with 135 projects/16,260 rooms, Atlanta with 132 projects/18,264 rooms, and Orlando with 98 projects/17,536 rooms.
Construction Junkie Blog
APRIL 28, 2021
Baubot, via YouTube // Baubot. While still new in the construction industries, robots are typically designed to perform a specific task in a highly precise and efficient way, like the rebar tying robot, Tybot or the brick-laying robot Hadrian X. More recently, though, robots are being imagined as platforms for 3rd party companies to develop hardware and accessories to attach to the base robot, like the Boston Dynamics robotic dog, Spot.
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PC Construction
APRIL 8, 2021
The Firestone Medical Research Building reached a key milestone on March 15 when steel erection began forming the building’s frame. The 62,500-square-foot, four-story Medical Research Building has started to take shape over the past few. The post Steel Erection Underway for UVM Firestone Medical Research Building first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
Stok
APRIL 25, 2021
California is officially “ready” for its first zero carbon homes. The first of four single family homes in Marisol Malibu ’s new zero series in Malibu, CA has achieved Zero Carbon Ready status through the International Living Future Institute (ILFI) and is on track to become the first Zero Carbon Certified building in California. Brought on early in the project as the Zero Carbon Consultant, Stok led the Zero Carbon Certification effort in full and collaborated closely with the ILFI to create a
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 21, 2021
Learn the latest on the future of infrastructure in America and what the American Jobs Act will mean for contractors' business and technology needs.
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2021
A recent survey of more than 200 subcontractors and suppliers in the Northeast found that respondents have been prefabricating 20% more than they did prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. And 71% said that they had seen an increase in requests for design-assist proposals, a strong sign that speed-to-market is a priority.
Construction Junkie Blog
APRIL 21, 2021
One of the toughest things to deal with on any project can be the relationships between owner and general contractor or the general contractor and subcontractor. In the worst case scenarios, tensions between those relationships can sometimes lead to one of those parties packing up their tools and walking off the job before it’s complete. But that action may make the situation a little hairier than you might expect, if you don’t do it the right way.
Civiconcepts
APRIL 25, 2021
Modified Proctor Test is performed to know the characteristics of soil through compaction with change in water content ultimately giving us the relation between dry density and moisture content. It … Modified Proctor Test – Its Apparatus, Procedure & Result Read More ».
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.
Natural Building
APRIL 14, 2021
Chinmay Pareek of Brzee Studio sent me more information about their natural building projects in India that I recently posted images of here. Brzee Studio is based in Jaipur, India and wants to break the noxious cycle exploiting Mother Earth and support the shift in consciousness needed to heal our alienation from the natural world. Recent projects are a blend of art, spirituality and community development.
Business Facilities
APRIL 27, 2021
Foreign trade zones, located in or near U.S. Customs ports of entry, enable duty-free movement of foreign and domestic merchandise. there are more than 200 U.S. FTZs, each a driver of regional economic growth. - Read: Free And Easy Trading At Ports Of Entry at BusinessFacilities.com.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 22, 2021
In part one of this two-part series, we look at prefabrication and modular construction trends and how they're growing in the UK.
BD+C
APRIL 9, 2021
The Blue Book Network Velocity Index ticked up 0.5% to 100.9 in February from a revised 100.5 in January (December 2018 = 100). This the most stable the Index has been since before the pandemic began. . The Blue Book Network Velocity Index is a measure of month-to-month changes in bidding activity in The Blue Book Network, accounting for seasonality, providing a leading indicator of construction spending to inform critical decision making. . .
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Construction Junkie Blog
APRIL 12, 2021
via ARTBA. Each year, the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) puts out their annual Bridge Report, which highlights the general state of America’s bridges. Their recently released 2021 report shows a slight decrease in the amount of structurally deficient bridges versus their report in 2020. There are currently 618,000 bridges in the US, according to the ARTBA report, and roughly 45,000 of them have been rated as “structurally deficient,” which is a 1,140 bridge decre
Civiconcepts
APRIL 27, 2021
A Culvert is a structure constructed in roadway and railway to pass the flow of water and sometimes for the facile passage of electrical cables without interfering with roadways and … What Is Culvert? Its Types, Materials & Components Read More ».
Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 10, 2021
In this article, we are going to discuss Best Rate Analysis Excel Sheets For Civil Engineering Works for free, we will discuss different types of rate analysis excel sheets with their download links eg: Cost estimate excels sheet for civil engineering such as foundation excavation engineering, masonry engineering, slab casting engineering, plastering engineering, etc, these […].
Business Facilities
APRIL 28, 2021
Successful introduction of mRNA vaccines has created a platform for the rapid development of new treatments. - Read: Locations For The Biotech Industry: Microscopic Miracles at BusinessFacilities.com.
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
APRIL 28, 2021
Document controllers in the UK need collaboration, integration, and real-time access to the latest version of construction documents.
BD+C
APRIL 6, 2021
Lendlease and its partner Aware Super, a superannuation fund, say the global real estate company’s multifamily portfolio in Boston and Chicago has been verified as “net zero carbon.”. New projects in New York City and Los Angeles are on track to achieve the same goal as construction gets underway. The company achieved net zero through a combination of efficient design to reduce electric usage by making systems operate more efficiently and through the purchase of carbon offsets.
Constructlaw
APRIL 1, 2021
This article was originally published in The Dispute Revolver. It is republished here with permission. On March 22, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it would consider the hotly contested issue of whether 28 U.S.C. § 1782 (“ Section 1782 “) grants parties to international commercial arbitrations seated outside the United States the right to seek U.S.
Civiconcepts
APRIL 25, 2021
Proctor Test is carried out to study or understand the soil’s compaction characteristics with variable moisture content. The test is performed to estimate the maximum load the soil could bear … Standard Proctor Test – Its Apparatus, Procedure, Result. Read More ».
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Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 3, 2021
Introduction of WBM Road The full form of WBM is Water Bound Macadam. India as a country has one of the largest road networks in the world covering around 3.3 million kilometers. It basically consists of National Highway, District Roads, State Highways, and Village Roads. Apart from this, there are Expressways and International Highways being developed recently.
Business Facilities
APRIL 22, 2021
The beverage production company will create up to 111 jobs at its new Midwest headquarters and manufacturing facility in Columbus, IN. - Read: Ninth Avenue Foods Investing $103M In Indiana Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 1, 2021
First quarterly Trimble Dimensions Spotlight Series highlights U.S infrastructure and how heavy and civil contractors are modernizing to meet needs.
BD+C
APRIL 1, 2021
The last 20 years have seen trends in student housing materialize, develop, shift, and even reverse. New ideas are tried and either embraced or discarded, or perhaps melded with successful concepts from yesterday. As colleges and universities seek to keep students on campus, new styles of accommodation are emerging, compelling us to discuss how underclassmen student housing today is changing – and what remains very much the same. .
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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
Construction Specifier
APRIL 5, 2021
Photo courtesy Wasco. by Steven Saffell. Condensation on glazed areas of building envelopes may seem innocuous—at worst an annoying interference with outdoor views due to glass fogging. However, in addition to being unsightly, it can be unsanitary and over long periods of time, damage adjacent building materials through staining, mold growth, or rot that can lead to costly remediation and even lawsuits over alleged toxic reactions.
Civiconcepts
APRIL 18, 2021
Concrete has been used for many wonderful things throughout history, either for architecture or for infrastructure work and more. Although concrete is used as construction material nowadays. There are two … What Is Plain Cement Concrete (PCC) – Materials, Uses & Grades Read More ».
Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 1, 2021
What is a Ranging Rod? A ranging Rod is defined as a surveying instrument used for measurement in construction. It helps mark position in surveying and is also named a Ranging pole. Length of ranging Rod Ranging rods usually are 2m to 3m in length and have a diameter of about 30mm. These rods are […].
Business Facilities
APRIL 9, 2021
Box Elder County, Utah is consistently learning and growing, with more and more to offer the business community. - Read: Utah: Good To Great at BusinessFacilities.com.
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