Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 5, 2022
The last few years have been a challenge for Singapore’s construction sector. Amid falling demand, spiralling debts and waning investor confidence, the arrival of a global pandemic almost brought the industry to its knees. And, as borders closed, so too did access to the vital pool of migrant labour and the pre-cast components used in built-to-order construction projects.
Business Facilities
APRIL 4, 2022
A number of states are now in the matchmaking business, all trying to help companies solve their increasingly complex and demanding supply chain issues.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 7, 2022
Real talk on the challenges women in construction face, finding inspiration, and what drives success.
CivilJungle
APRIL 7, 2022
What Is Superelevation? Superelevation on the horizontal curve is one of the most important features in the construction of the roads. It is very essential to provide superelevation in roads for the safe movement of vehicles on the curved portion of the roads. It helps the fast-moving vehicles to safely pass through the curved portion of the roads with stability.
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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.
Jobsite with Procore
APRIL 7, 2022
I know what you’re thinking. “CAD? That’s for architects and engineers, right? It’s not for construction folks. We just get the PDFs of the construction documents and make do.” Well, that’s how it was for many years. Things have changed, though, and more and more construction firms are making the move to simple 2D CAD systems. With CAD, they can reduce the number of RFIs they need to submit, check spatial relationships in real time, and do their own site layout and staging.
Construction Project Zone brings together the best content for construction projects from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Civiconcepts
APRIL 4, 2022
What is a Shovel? A shovel is a hand tool for lifting, moving, and digging bulk material like gravel, soil, sand, any loose material, coal, and snow. The shovel offers … 10 Types of Shovels | Different Types of Shovels With Pictures | Best Shovels For Digging Work Read More ».
Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 8, 2022
“Don’t just stay in your office and work on a computer. See what it’s like to have someone in the field with an iPad on a construction site.” Constant improvements and innovation are essential to getting—and staying—ahead in the construction industry. Consistently optimizing workflows and finding ways to be more productive allows you and your teams to deliver better work to your clients, in turn leading to stronger results and outcomes.
Jobsite with Procore
APRIL 6, 2022
If you’re relying on money as a motivator, you’re likely only getting short-term benefits. Researchers discovered that how much money a person makes has only a modest relationship to their job or income satisfaction.
Business Facilities
APRIL 6, 2022
From cyber to bio to IT to AI and robotics, Pensacola is quickly becoming known as a tech-friendly city in Northwest Florida.
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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.
Practical Law Construction
APRIL 6, 2022
The case of Levi Solicitors LLP v Wilson and another considered the impact of contractor insolvency on debts owed to an employer under a JCT contract. Significantly, the court helpfully clarified how the payment regime under JCT contracts operated in the context of insolvency. This blog takes a closer look at the case. Background. In 2014, Farrar Construction Ltd (contractor) was employed by JKR Property Development Ltd (employer) under a JCT Minor Works Building Contract, 2011 Edition (MW 2011)
Contractor Bookkeeping
APRIL 8, 2022
Businesses are increasingly moving online to expand their reach and provide the best possible experience to their customers. Being online, however, means more competition, so business owners must come up with ways to amp up their game to gain a more significant market share. You won't build a loyal client base if you can't earn your visitors' trust, so companies value social proof so highly.
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 5, 2022
Public sector efficient physical asset management requires robust process, collaborative teams. valid data and enabling technology. Moving beyond traditional methods that are responsible for rampant economic and environmental waste requires that public sector real property leadership focus upon forward thinking and change management. Robust, integrated LEAN asset planning, procurement, and project delivery solutions are readily available to establish efficient physical asset life cycle managemen
Business Facilities
APRIL 4, 2022
The 65-acre Mesa, AZ greenfield site will serve as the new base of operations for JX’s North American and European semiconductor materials business.
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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
ENR Construction
APRIL 7, 2022
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has engineers feeling optimistic about their firms and the sector, even if they’re less sure about the economy as a whole. .
cnstrctr
APRIL 6, 2022
Structural steel is a common building material - understanding the critical components and processes can help you on your project.
Wolgast Corporation
APRIL 6, 2022
We hear it quite often from business owners, once they decide to build a building, they needed it yesterday. We understand that once the need for the new building is decided how important it is to get the owner moved in quickly. While the architectural phase can sometimes take months, it can often be shortened when the owner stays in contact with the architect and makes decisions quickly.
Business Facilities
APRIL 5, 2022
On the U.S./Mexico border, commercial vehicle imports at the Laredo, Texas Port of Entry rival Detroit’s automotive trade industry. Bring your manufacturing investment to this southern hub on the U.S. automotive corridor!
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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
ENR Construction
APRIL 7, 2022
U.S. must scale up critical minerals recycling and component manufacture, said experts at a Senate committee's second focus in a week on EV and clean energy supply vulnerability.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 5, 2022
How do you compare to your industry peers? Construction contractors should benchmark their processes and systems to ensure best practices.
Wolgast Corporation
APRIL 4, 2022
Great customer service for restaurants is changing. Many people I know have been understanding that staff is stretched in the back of house as well as the front of the house, but as the labor shortage continues, how long can existing staff keep meeting the needs of patrons? An answer could be automation or artificial intelligence to make specific tasks quicker and allow staff to focus on more meaningful tasks.
Business Facilities
APRIL 6, 2022
Cities and counties are leveraging their locations, skilled workforce, and intermodal services to keep goods moving.
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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.
ENR Construction
APRIL 7, 2022
Prime Minister Boris Johnson calls for 24 GW of power over the next 30 years, including small modular reactors possibly coming on line early in the next decade.
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 6, 2022
Occupation title (click on the occupation title to view an occupational profile). (Source: Business Employment Dynamics). Construction and Extraction Occupations. First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers. Employment by Occupation. Construction Trades Workers. Boilermakers. Data series. Employment, Brickmasons, Blockmasons, and Stonemasons. 2021.
Levelset
APRIL 8, 2022
Restoration contractors often work on a property after damage from a storm, fire, or other natural disaster. On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. Understanding a homeowner’s insurance policy – and what it covers – can be helpful when deciding to take on a project.
Business Facilities
APRIL 7, 2022
The expansion will support Snickers, Milky Way and 3 Musketeers production at the chocolate manufacturer's Topeka, KS facility, and create more than 100 jobs.
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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.
ENR Construction
APRIL 6, 2022
Grants will be available to public. schools for projects that result in reduced energy costs, such as. improvements to lighting and HVAC systems.
Natural Building
APRIL 8, 2022
I just got this email from Chris Magwood, of the the Endeavour Centre in Canada, that I would like to share with you. Builders for Climate Action has recently released two major studies examining material carbon emissions from as-built new homes. The studies include large samples, with 34 homes in Nelson, BC and 503 homes in Toronto, Canada. The results are stunning: The average new home in the region is responsible for 30-40 tons of emissions, before anyone moves in.
Levelset
APRIL 8, 2022
Restoration contractors often work on a property after damage from a storm, fire, or other natural disaster. On projects like this, property owners typically count on an insurance claim to pay for the work – they may not have cash on hand to pay you out of pocket. Understanding a homeowner’s insurance policy – and what it covers – can be helpful when deciding to take on a project.
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