Construction Specifier
APRIL 22, 2022
Localized scale loss due to erosion-corrosion, water flow right to left. By Alan Humphreys PhD, PE, and Phillip Sharff, PE. Metal corrosion is an ever-present problem in the plumbing industry. Common piping materials such as copper, steel, and cast-iron are readily oxidized and thus undergo aqueous corrosion at a rate dependent on the corrosivity of the service environment.
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2022
Encina will create 300 new jobs in Northumberland County, PA; UnityLab is relocating its headquarters to Sullivan County.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 20, 2022
Trimble Viewpoint customers take a break from their daily grind to build the perfect construction haiku.
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 21, 2022
Road Map. JOC Program Planning – Tools and Services Evaluation and Selection (Unit Price Book, Services, Technology). JOC Construction RFP Planning and Procurement – Program Contract Organization, Documents/Bid Packages/Forms/Checklists/Approvals, Roles in Construction Projects, and Contractor Selection. Program Portfolio Management. Contract Management.
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Civiconcepts
APRIL 22, 2022
What Is A Cantilever Beam? A Cantilever Beam is a rigid structural member in which one end is fixed and another end is free and it can be made up … What Is A Cantilever Beam | Application of Cantilever Beam | Advantages and Disadvantages of Cativer Beams Read More ».
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Construction Specifier
APRIL 22, 2022
Photo by David Bryce Photography/courtesy EXTECH. By Kevin Smith. Freestanding canopy systems can be specified for numerous project applications, fabricated with a choice of materials, and engineered to meet a range of performance requirements. Unlike attached canopy systems that typically designate a building’s entrances, these stand-alone structures are multifunctional.
Natural Building
APRIL 20, 2022
This northern New Mexico sanctuary known as The Desert Flower (Ahkon Povi in Tewa language) was inspired by the Native American dwellings, Pueblo Bonito and Chaco Canyon, as well as traditional Earthships. It is situated on 11 acres with 2 separate dwellings, totaling nearly 8,000 sq ft. There are 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 8 kiva fireplaces, an art studio and a music studio.
Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 18, 2022
Compaction factor test procedure The apparatus is kept on the ground and grease is applied to the inner surface of the cylinders The cylinder’s weight is marked as W1, and the cylinder is connected to the base in such a way that the hoppers’ central points and the cylinder’s central points are on one vertical […].
Civiconcepts
APRIL 16, 2022
Introduction Window treatment for the decorative purpose mostly used Drapes and curtains that give a classy and cool look and also gives a soothing effect at your house, room, hotel, … Drapes Vs Curtains | Types of Drapes | Types of Curtains | Top 10 Differences Between Curtains and Drapes Read More ».
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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.
Commercial Construction Blog
APRIL 21, 2022
Commercial Construction is beginning to take off. Take a look at some projects we are kicking off or just finished. Olive Garden, Delafield, WI. One sector of Englewood Construction’s disciplines hit the hardest during the pandemic was the restaurant and food service industry. We are so fortunate to have so many restaurants under way nationally with more on the way.
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2022
The life sciences field has taken on much greater significance in recent years. Economic developers are responding with more options to make their communities more appealing.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 19, 2022
Back in late 2020, I was talking with Mark Patterson , the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of S. M. Wilson, a construction management firm out of St. Louis, Missouri. The Autodesk team was working on bringing S. M. Wilson into PlanGrid Unlimited but also started explaining this new construction management software that we hadn’t released yet–Autodesk Build.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 22, 2022
Photos courtesy Acoustics First. By Jim DeGrandis. Acoustic issues as to the richness and functionality of sound in a space manifest themselves in many ways, and from many different causes. Covering all the possible iterations of sound problems, their sources, and their solutions would be beyond the scope of this article. However, it becomes much more manageable by narrowing the focus down to those issues which one can mitigate with diffusion and absorption.
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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
Contractor Bookkeeping
APRIL 22, 2022
Some construction business owners believe in maximizing production by driving everyone from the laborers to the project managers to work harder, longer, faster, hustle, and run. And if they are giving less than 110% to the company, they are not doing enough. One thing to consider: Don't let construction workers think too much; they may injure themselves.
Business Facilities
APRIL 21, 2022
W&W|AFCO Steel will add add 115 jobs at a new steel fabrication facility in the former LM Wind Power building at the Port of Little Rock.
PC Construction
APRIL 20, 2022
Yesterday the PC team at the WSSC Piscataway WRRF Bio-Energy project celebrated an exciting safety milestone. The team was one of four recognized with a PC Safety Project of the Year Award for extraordinary safety. The post Piscataway WRRF Bio-Energy Team Celebrates Safety Achievement first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2022
Kiewit would start $445M Klamath River work next year to take down four dams in Oregon and California after FERC and Interior Dept. sign off on key environmental review.
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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
Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 20, 2022
What is grouting? Grouting is the process in which materials are injected into cavities or cracks in concrete, masonry structure, soil, and rock mass to increase the structure’s load-bearing capacity refer to grouting, and the material used for this process is called grout. Grout that is used to fill the cavities is a high-slump concrete […].
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2022
Anne Cosgrove, most recently the Editorial Director of sister publication Facility Executive, has joined the Business Facilities team as its new Editorial Director.
PC Construction
APRIL 18, 2022
The project, for Martin’s Point Health Care, consolidated Brunswick’s two existing aging clinics at this new 54,000-square-foot facility. The post PC Awarded AGC Build Maine Award for Health Care Center first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
ENR Construction
APRIL 18, 2022
Associated General Contractors of America criticizes required waiver provisions in new guidance, while U.S. steel groups applaud efforts to bolster purchases of U.S.-made building materials.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 18, 2022
The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA) was recently signed into law in the United States and it’s poised to have a significant impact on the construction industry. This week we’re looking closely at the nuances of the bill to clarify what’s included, when these projects will be available to bid on, and how contractors can prepare for such a significant opportunity.
Business Facilities
APRIL 19, 2022
Scorpion Biological Services' new 500,000-square-foot biomanufacturing facility will create 500 jobs in Manhattan, KS. .
PC Construction
APRIL 19, 2022
Last Friday was a perfect sunny backdrop for the University of Southern Maine to break ground for the new four-level parking garage on their Portland, Maine campus. The garage will accommodate 504 vehicles and support. The post Ground Broken for USM’s Structured Parking Garage first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
ENR Construction
APRIL 19, 2022
Water and electric utility Turlock Irrigation District was awarded a $20-million state grant to test the water- and energy-saving concept on two locations in its canal systems.
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Jobsite with Procore
APRIL 22, 2022
Supply chain problems and staffing shortages are two of the biggest obstacles currently facing specialty contractors. The National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) says 90% of builders reported delays and materials shortages in 2021, while the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index revealed that 42% of contractors had to turn down proposed projects due to insufficient staffing.
Business Facilities
APRIL 18, 2022
MDA's nearly $80M City of Brampton facility will be home to Canadarm3 and over 700 highly-skilled employees at the forefront of the global space economy.
Levelset
APRIL 22, 2022
A request for quote (RFQ) is a document that enables property owners, construction companies, and contractors to obtain detailed cost information about materials and services. Typically, businesses use RFQs when they already know what they need and simply want to evaluate potential costs. Read on to learn more about what an RFQ is for, how it compares to other requests, and what to include in an RFQ.
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