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7 Must-Have Carpentry Power Tools For DIY Success

Construction Marketing

Carpentry power tools are essential in every do-it-yourself (DIY) project. Whether you’ll work on a small project or a large-scale one, you may need the best power tools to achieve the shape, size, and thickness according to plan. Without the appropriate power tools, it would be more challenging for you to cut, rip, plane, and drill wood. It may also take more time and effort to finish a DIY project.

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TCC finds adjudicator did not undermine arbitration award

Practical Law Construction

Compared to the restrictions we faced a couple of months ago with the emergence of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, it really does feel as if we are starting to return to some normality, and it was wonderful to see so many construction law professionals at the Society of Construction Law lunch in London last Friday. I had intended to read Morris J’s interesting judgment in John Graham Construction Ltd v Tecnicas Reunidas UK Ltd on the train home, but I sensibly put that off until the weekend, ot

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It’s Almost Midnight, Do You Know Where Your Construction Data Is?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New survey shows a wide spread as to how construction data is being backed up and protected across the organization.

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Improving Your Business Negotiation Skills As A Contractor

Contractor Bookkeeping

Several aspects of the construction business can only be learned through experience. One of them is negotiating contracts. Owning your business requires many skills, and among the most important might be the ability to manage negotiations. As a business owner, you could find yourself negotiating in many circumstances, such as: Salary and job expectations with a potential employee.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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.

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How To Improve The Management Of Construction Site Inventory

Construction Marketing

Site inventory management is a crucial part of any construction business. However, construction inventory can run into a few specific challenges. Plans and timelines can quickly fall apart if supplies fail to meet demand. Additionally, each delay inevitably drains finances and your company’s image. Updating your inventory management style will require a bit of creativity in equal measures of practicality.

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How To Remove Mold From Wood | How To Clean Mold Off Wood | How To Kill Mold On Wood | How To Get Rid Of Mold On Wood | Best Wat To Remove Mold From Wood

Civiconcepts

Generally, molds grow in a wooden area, due to wood is good at water absorption. Water adds to moisture warm temperatures and grown mold, always in the air substance, and … How To Remove Mold From Wood | How To Clean Mold Off Wood | How To Kill Mold On Wood | How To Get Rid Of Mold On Wood | Best Wat To Remove Mold From Wood Read More ».

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Autodesk Eyes the Future of Jobsite Intelligence with Eyrus Investment

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction teams are increasingly faced with two competing realities on projects today: a shortage of skilled workers and consistently condensed project schedules. This means navigating a seemingly impossible task – deliver work faster, but with fewer resources.?? . Across the globe, from Dublin, Ireland to Des Moines, Iowa, the industry is grappling with workforce challenges, making it critical to think differently about how labor and other resources are managed.

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What You Should Know Before Taking a Construction Loan

Construction Marketing

Finding your dream home with all the unique features within your budget and in the perfect location can be challenging. However, with a construction loan , you can build your dream home from scratch without making compromises. A construction loan is high-interest, short-term financing that you can use to custom-build your home. It covers land acquisition costs, building materials, construction permits, labor, contingency and interest reserves, closing costs, and plans.

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What Is Vaulted Ceiling | 8 Types of Vaulted Ceilings | Best Vaulted Ceilings Types

Civiconcepts

Vaulted Ceilings are a design for extending a ceiling greater than the standard height of the flat ceiling. Also, this type of ceiling is designed in an upward direction towards … What Is Vaulted Ceiling | 8 Types of Vaulted Ceilings | Best Vaulted Ceilings Types Read More ».

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How many yards in a ton of Gravel, Sand, Cement, Rock, Asphalt, Mulch and Limestone

Learn Civil Engineering

What does a yard means? People are asking about “How many yards in a ton?” frequently. Yard is basically a unit length which equals to 3 feet to be precise it measures down to 0.9144 m. This unit is normally used in US unit and British imperial systems of measurement. Yard unit symbol is ‘yd’. […].

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

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.

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Can an ATS Really Help You Find Your Next Candidate?

ExactHire - Construction

It makes more sense than ever to pay as much attention to the way you treat candidates as you do your customers. After all, the pandemic and the resulting Great Recession arrived at about the same time as the long-expected skills gap and talent shortage. When it comes to netting top talent, hiring managers in 2022 are caught in the perfect storm. . That perfect storm is why businesses are paying close attention to concepts like candidate experience and their employer brand.

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 25: Reality Capture & Site Scanning

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Imagine having an accurate digital version of your construction project’s real environment. That’s exactly what reality capture and site scanning provide. But the potential impact and scope from capturing this data is much bigger than that. “The concept of reality capture allows us to literally do in minutes what used to take days , if not weeks –especially when we get into really complex environments.

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30 Types of Clamps and Their Uses | 30 Different Types Clamps and Uses | Best Clamps For Home Uses

Civiconcepts

Clamps are a fastening tool that is used for holding the materials in place or holding a different material together and preventing the separation of materials. Also, these clamps help … 30 Types of Clamps and Their Uses | 30 Different Types Clamps and Uses | Best Clamps For Home Uses Read More ».

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Dams – Its Types | Advantages | Disadvantages | Construction | Classification & Uses of Dams

Learn Civil Engineering

What are dams? A Dam can be defined as an obstruction or a barrier built across a stream or a river. At the back of this barrier, the water gets collected and the side on which water is called the upstream side, and the other side is called the downstream side. The water collected and […].

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

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.

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Facilities Sustainment – Public Sector

Job Order Contracting

Most public sector agencies do not have an efficient facilities sustainment capability. All the tools and support services are readily available to enable… • Clearer roles and responsibilities for all participants and stakeholders. • Financial visibility and transparency. • Reduced administrative burden and cost. • Incentivizing all participants to use appropriately competent people. • Integrate planning, procurement, and project delivery to reduce costs, change orders, and project timelin

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6 Easy Wins for a Project Manager Using Our No-Code Integration Platform

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Traditionally, one of the biggest challenges of getting technology to work in your favor, particularly if you need a custom configuration for your processes, is the fact that you have to build it. With developer resources almost always running tight in construction, folks either grab something off the shelf or do without. . With rapid innovation across all industries around integrations, there’s been a rise in no-code platforms that you can use to build custom workflows.

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Houston Spaceport Prepares for the Future

ENR Construction

The Houston Airport System is currently accepting bids for the design and construction of Taxiway Lima, which could break ground as early as this summer and be completed next year.

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Staying Open During Construction

Wolgast Corporation

Busy Business Owners Can Build, Too. It’s a classic case: a thriving company is busting at the seams and needs to remodel or add to their building to make room for future business, but the thought of construction stopping or slowing production stifles the owner from taking the risk of expanding. So what is a business owner to do? Instead of putting it off until they lose business because they can’t accommodate any more customers, they should find a contractor that will work with them to keep the

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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.

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Public Sector Job Order Contracting – Increased levels of competence

Job Order Contracting

Public sector Job Order Contracting is poised to reach a significantly higher level of performance via increased levels of competence combined with an integral set of innovative LEAN tools and services. Increased levels of competence are integral to implementing changes that will result in 30%-40% cost savings supported by greater cost visibility and transparency and improved collaboration with design-builders.

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Cubic Interactive Sponsors Civic Engineers For The Knight Frank Club Peloton Cycle To MIPIM 2022

Rapport3

Cubic Interactive Sponsors Civic Engineers For The Knight Frank Club Peloton Cycle To MIPIM 2022 We are proud to be supporting our client Civic Engineers on their Cycle To MIPIM, with Gareth Atkinson and James Bruce taking the trip to Cannes. With the ride starting in less than 3 weeks, the jerseys have been released that will be worn by Gareth and James.

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ASCE Report Calls for Sweeping Changes to Texas Grid Infrastructure

ENR Construction

Detailed analysis of the catastrophic 2021 Texas winter storm finds systemic flaws in the state's electric sector contributed to a "cascade of failures" that overwhelmed the power grid.

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Prevailing Wages in Minnesota: What Contractors Should Know

Levelset

In Minnesota, prevailing wage laws apply to state-funded projects over $2,500 with one trade or over $25,000 with more than one trade. There are separate rates for highway/heavy construction and building construction. Penalties for not paying the correct rate include misdemeanor charges, fines, and prison or jail time. Let’s take a look at prevailing wages in Minnesota — how and when they apply, plus the penalties for not following them.

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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 Get Government Work as a Prime Contractor

Jobsite with Procore

Every year the federal government awards billions of dollars to prime contractors to perform work. Since Congress passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, billions more will be awarded in projects in the years ahead. Becoming a prime contractor can set you up to handle this work. .

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Cubic Interactive Sponsors Civic Engineers For The Knight Frank Club Peloton Cycle To MIPIM 2022

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Cubic Interactive Sponsors Civic Engineers For The Knight Frank Club Peloton Cycle To MIPIM 2022 We are proud to be supporting our client Civic Engineers on their Cycle To MIPIM, with Gareth Atkinson and James Bruce taking the trip to Cannes. With the ride starting in less than 3 weeks, the jerseys have been released that will be worn by Gareth and James.

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LaGuardia Nears On-Time Arrival

ENR Construction

The placement of the second of two pedestrian bridges 60 ft above an active airfield last month marked the final piece of significant construction for the new $5.1-billion Terminal B at LaGuardia International Airport.

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The Tabo Mud Monastery in India Has Endured Over 1,200 Years

Natural Building

The use of raw earth to build public and private structures has been practiced for thousands of years, with over 1.7 billion people across the globe living in earthen homes. But its integration in urban infrastructure and planning is something we ought to explore more. Raw earth with other materials left to dry and harden under the sun has sustained the test of time.

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Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress

Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

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New Model Guidance for Building Manuals

OmTrak

New Model Guidance for Building Manuals Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Model Guidance for Building Manuals. This guidance is a national model for building manuals defining the minimum building manual information requirements. The aim is to ensure building manual information is accurate and complete prior to the issuing of an occupancy approval.

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NCC Pilots Buildots’ AI in Two Helsinki Building Projects

AEC Business

Buildots, the construction technology startup using AI to provide objective, data-backed insights to contractors and project managers, announced that NCC Finland uses their technology to build two projects. The first is an 8,000 sq m residential project in the Helsinki metropolitan area, and the second is a 9,000 sq m commercial project, Fredriksberg D, in Helsinki. […] The post NCC Pilots Buildots’ AI in Two Helsinki Building Projects appeared first on AEC Business.

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Recycled Asphalt, Plastics Tested in Target Parking Lot

ENR Construction

A s a result of a partnership with Kansas Asphalt Inc., and the big-box retailer Target, Granite Construction has developed a recycled asphalt pavement mix incorporating materials equivalent to 1.8 million plastic bags.

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Modernizing Citizen’s Bank & Trust

Centurion CM

Centurion is proud to have worked with chief lending officer Jim Purgerson on the remodel of the Jefferson branch of Citizen’s Bank & Trust. We partnered with Ritter Maher Architects once again to accomplish another successful construction project that better serves our clients and the community. Check out how this modernization project progressed from bare spaces to modern floor plans and sleek offices.

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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