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Texas Lands $17B Samsung Chip Manufacturing Factory

Business Facilities

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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Happy Thanksgiving From Trimble Viewpoint

Viewpoint Construction Technology

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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Enforcement of adjudicator’s decision refused as proceedings were an abuse of process

Practical Law Construction

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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26 Construction Vehicle Names and Pictures

Civiconcepts

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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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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North Carolina Sees Investments In Food Processing, Manufacturing

Business Facilities

CCL Industries subsidiary CCL Label Inc. is set to construct a new manufacturing facility in Fuquay-Varina, NC. In a move that will bring significant new capital investment and 150 new full-time jobs to the community, the company will purchase a town-owned business park site consisting of 32.28 acres, and construct a 110,000-square-foot manufacturing facility for […].

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How to Use Job Order Contracting – 4 Steps

Job Order Contracting

How to use job order contracting is an important lesson for all public sector facilities operations and management professionals. #1 Job Order Contracting (JOC) is suitable for a wide range of facilities and horizonal physical infrastructure construction projects, including repairs, renovations, maintenance, sustainment, and new construction. (Note: New construction is best limited to “minor” new construction requiring minimal design.). #2 Maximum benefit for JOC can attained when

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Which Is Best Wood For Furniture | 8 Types of Wood For Funiture | Types of Wood Furniture

Civiconcepts

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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$4B Advanced Nuclear Power Plant Set for Former Wyo. Coal Site

ENR Construction

Bechtel will lead EPC work on a 345-MW reactor at Kemmerer site for Bill Gates-founded firm TerraPower; Southern Co. also announces demonstration project with the developer in Idaho.

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SearchLand secures seed funding

Extranet Evolution

Freshly seed-funded, London-based SearchLand enables property developers, architects and investors to find potential sites. London’s Digital Construction Week may have dominated EE ‘s attention this week ( post ), but there are interesting moves in the property technology world that potentially have a construction impact downstream. London-based proptech startup SearchLand has secured a £200,000 seed investment.

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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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How to Plan and Implement Digitization in the Construction Business? The Complete Guide

Learn Civil Engineering

When a construction company seeks to create more efficient processes that minimize bottlenecks, the talk about digitalization for processes typically gets tossed around the meeting table. This talk leads to asking important questions such as: What problems are we trying to solve? What types of hardware or software will be needed? How do we get […].

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How Many Bags Of Concrete In A Yard | How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need | How Many 80lb Bags of Concrete In A Yard

Civiconcepts

How Many Bags Of Concrete In A Yard? How many bags of concrete do i need? Let me clear first, here we are discussing about ready mix concrete mix bags. … How Many Bags Of Concrete In A Yard | How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need | How Many 80lb Bags of Concrete In A Yard Read More ».

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$4B Advanced Nuclear Power Demo Set at Wyoming Coal Plant Site

ENR Construction

Bechtel will lead EPC on 345-MW reactor at Kemmerer site for TerraPower, with feds providing half the project funding; Southern Co. also announces demonstration project with the developer in Idaho.

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Sustainability initiatives gather pace in ANZ: key to 66% of corporate businesses’ strategies

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Sustainability is a key part of 66% of ANZ strategies, in comparison with 53% of company strategies across APAC . 92% of APAC companies are embracing sustainability due to regulation and market forces . Digital adoption is a critical enabler for sustainability, but is significantly underleveraged . AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND, November 24, 2021 —?

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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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Is Sherpa Warmer Than Wool?

Work Gearz

Sherpa is a soft and fluffy fabric that is commonly used to line clothes, winter apparels, and even some household objects. The material lends a warm and cozier feel to any item of clothing, making it ideal for cold winter months. The very soft and velvety feel of Sherpa is its distinguishing feature. Sherpa, which resembles wool or sheepskin, is an excellent eco-friendly fabric that has various benefits. .

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Footing Calculator | Concrete Footing Calculator | Square Footing Concrete Calculator | Trapezoidal Footing Concrete Calculator

Civiconcepts

What Is Square Footing? A square footing is one of the types of isolated footing used in building construction. Footings that are provided under each column independently are called Isolated … Footing Calculator | Concrete Footing Calculator | Square Footing Concrete Calculator | Trapezoidal Footing Concrete Calculator Read More ».

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Award of Merit Renovation: T-Mobile Headquarters

ENR Construction

As a telecommunications company, T-Mobile US knows the power of strong connections. The team renovating its Bellevue, Wash., headquarters paid special attention to connecting multiple buildings throughout the campus, which spans more than 1 million sq ft of office space.

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How to Prepare for the Building Safety Bill

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The Building Safety Bill is fast-approaching the UK construction sector, and promises widespread change. The government is aiming to “overhaul regulations, creating lasting generational change and setting out a clear pathway on how residential buildings should be constructed, maintained and made safe.”. Although the Fire Safety Act is now in place, the Building Safety Bill is still being finalised and it may be difficult to know how to get ready.

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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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Insu-ram Blocks Resemble Beetle Wings

Natural Building

Insu-ram is a system of assembling blocks inspired by the cells in the wing covers of certain beetles that allow internal air flow to circulate. Insu-ram both cools and insulates a space from external heat without the use of machinery. The external pattern of the block generates a micro-shading effect that reduces the solar contact surface. Local biodegradable materials, such as rammed earth, clay, and manure cab be used in making the blocks.

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What Type of Fleece Is Warmest?

Work Gearz

As soon as we hear of winter, the first thing on our mind is that we need to keep ourselves warm at any cost. We think of our warmest sweaters and coats, boots that will keep our feet cozy, fuzzy hats and thick woolen gloves. Winters are lovely, think about the snow and the fun you’re gonna have on it. But, it is also harsh for some people who stay in the coldest temperatures like Alaska.

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ENR New England Best Projects 2021: Winning Teams Put 2020 in the Rear View

ENR Construction

The COVID-19 outbreak clearly challenged the construction industry worldwide. Nevertheless, many project teams working across New England managed to more than endure during a difficult 2020.

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High Strength Concrete | High Strength Concrete Mix | High psi Concrete

Civiconcepts

Concrete is a composite material made by mixing different materials like cement, sand, aggregate & water with or without admixture. Concrete is the most widely used and popular construction material, … High Strength Concrete | High Strength Concrete Mix | High psi Concrete Read More ».

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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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Previewing Digital Construction Week (DCW) in London

Extranet Evolution

The COVID-19 pandemic led to the postponement of London’s Digital Construction Week (DCW) show in 2020, and the event is finally set to take place this week at the ExCEL exhibition centre in east London on 24-25 November 2021. Among the DCW 2021 exhibitors… 3DRepo 3DRepo have been busy lately, running their own British Information Modelling event in London earlier this month, then appearing at AEC Magazine ‘s NXT BLD conference, and now at DCW.

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Will Concrete Ruin Muck Boots?

Work Gearz

Muck boots are lightweight, comfortable, and easily fit into the shape of your leg making them all the more convenient. They are seen as the perfect walking buddy for short walks, working in the muddy garden, or for a taxing hiking trip. All that said, muck boots might have even more to offer. Yes, that is true. You might have heard how some say that these soft boots can withstand the effect of concrete.

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City of Salem Police Station

ENR Construction

With multiple police departments housed in aging and undersized facilities across Salem, Ore., the city needed a new headquarters to bring 29 departments under one roof. .

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Redundancy is the first line of defense during power grid cyberattacks

CK Power

Mention “power grid cyberattacks” at a party and you’ll probably get a few smirks. It’s too easy to dismiss the subject as a far-fetched dystopian nightmare. In fact, former secretary of defense Leon Panetta was widely criticized for a 2012 speech that forecasted the fallout of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure — from derailed trains to paralyzed financial institutions, water contamination to electrical blackouts.

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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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What is critical path method?

Quantity Surveyor Blog

Critical path definition What is the critical path method? The Critical Path Method (CPM) is a project management methodology often used by construction project managers to determine the time a project should take from start to completion. critical path method refers to a sequence of activities taking the longest overall duration to complete and they Continue reading "What is critical path method?

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5 Best Work Boots for Delivery Drivers

Work Gearz

Our site has received quite a few inquiries about footwear for delivery professionals. This is a huge category of professionals. Imagine all the delivery drivers that facilitate our lives in so many ways. Mail services, messengers, couriers, food delivery, removal services, moving professionals, and more. These professionals are an integral part of economies worldwide.

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Best Small Project & Project of the Year Nominee & Safety Award of Merit: Gideon Street Overcrossing Project

ENR Construction

The Gideon Street Overcrossing in Portland, Ore., now links the old and the new with a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over five separate railway tracks, crossing the TriMet light rail and Union Pacific Railroad tracks, and restoring an important connection in the Hosford-Abernethy neighborhood. .

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