Sat.Oct 08, 2022 - Fri.Oct 14, 2022

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Wohlsen Announces Director of MEP Services

Wholsen Construction

We are pleased to announce that Jen Meyers will be promoted to Director of MEP Services, effective January 1, 2023. In her new role, she will lead the MEP Services. The post Wohlsen Announces Director of MEP Services appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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There’s Nothing Funny About Construction Site Miscommunication… Except for These Cartoons

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Share an Interesting Construction Mishap Story for a Chance to See It Illustrated. Misunderstandings happen all the time in construction , and sometimes these lead to some interesting mishaps, as comically illustrated here by New Yorker cartoonist, Emily Flake. . To highlight the importance of keeping construction crews aligned from initial designs to finished projects — and to bring a little bit of humor to your workday — we’re collecting construction mishap stories from our commun

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Management Priorities For New And Experienced Construction Company Owners

Contractor Bookkeeping

In the past, Construction Project Managers were laborers or served an apprenticeship in one of the skilled construction trades and were promoted to foreman. This meant many people were more comfortable in manual labor without management skills. And when "things" were put in charge of "people," the results were not usually favorable. Because of this, many construction companies failed and went out of business due to the Cost of Chaos in their businesses.

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Development Length | Why Development Length Is Provided | Development Length Calculation

Civiconcepts

As a structural engineer or site engineer, we frequently work with various types of designs and details. One word, “development length,” or the denotation “Ld,” is mentioned in the drawing. … Development Length | Why Development Length Is Provided | Development Length Calculation Read More ».

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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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Wohlsen Construction Announces Business Development Director for North Jersey Operations

Wholsen Construction

We are pleased to announce that Bob Labanara has been named Business Development Director for our North Jersey Operations. In his expanded role, he will build and maintain client relationships. The post Wohlsen Construction Announces Business Development Director for North Jersey Operations appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Ahmad Ashraf, Head R&D Engineer at Hassan Allam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Productivity is a very long-standing challenge for the construction industry – and companies around the world are looking for ways to improve their efficiency and output. A key part of the problem are the highly repetitive, manual processes that often take up the time of highly skilled individuals. These tasks are unfulfilling and error-prone, and can represent thousands of hours of lost time across a project, limiting company performance.

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Defects In Timber | Top Defects Of Timber | 5 Different Types of Defects In Timber | Foxiness In Timber

Civiconcepts

What Is Timber? The wood which is suitable for engineering purposes or construction is called timber. The word timber is derived from an old English word ‘timbrian’, which means ‘to … Defects In Timber | Top Defects Of Timber | 5 Different Types of Defects In Timber | Foxiness In Timber Read More ».

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Rethink your JOC Program

Job Order Contracting

It’s time to rethink your JOC Program. 4BT (Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us) has developed a SaaS (web-based) information management application, developed as a SaaS solution for the Job Order Contracting (JOC), Indefinite Quantity Contracting (IQC), and integrated project delivery. Rethink your JOC Program in concert with public sector stewardship.

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3 Reasons Communication Fails in Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Managing construction projects can sometimes feel like you’re playing a broken game of telephone. . You start off by relaying a message to your team, but there’s no guarantee folks will receive, understand, and interpret the message the way you intended. People can have conflicting data, misunderstand your message, or don’t receive it at all. . Sometimes, this leads to some interesting mishaps.

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Thoughts on the consultation amending the Arbitration Act 1996

Practical Law Construction

I’ve been looking at the Law Commission’s consultation on proposed changes to the Arbitration Act 1996 (AA 1996). The AA 1996 has been around some 25 years, which is about the same length of time that I’ve been resolving disputes. In fact, the very first case I worked on was a pre-Act arbitration that had started some years before, and rumbled on for several more.

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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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Types of Support And Reaction | What Is Support | What Is Reaction In Structure | Fixed Support | Hinge Support | Roller Support

Civiconcepts

The topic “Support and reaction” is the base for structural analysis. If we want to find the reaction at the end of the beam then we must know which support … Types of Support And Reaction | What Is Support | What Is Reaction In Structure | Fixed Support | Hinge Support | Roller Support Read More ».

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WBS-Work Breakdown Structure Matters

Job Order Contracting

WBS-Work Breakdown Structure Matters for every repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds. Terms and hierarchy are critical. WBS is significantly enhanced by CSI MasterFormat line-item tasks in terms of cost and labor quantification, especially when data is available in a locally researched database. Process is King! [contact-form]. www.4bt.us.

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Let’s make Mental Health and Wellbeing a Construction Industry Priority

Autodesk Construction Cloud

World Mental Health Day is a chance to talk about mental health in general, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to talk about things and get help if you are struggling. . The theme of 2022’s World Mental Health Day, set by the World Federation for Mental Health, is “ Make mental health and wellbeing for all a global priority ”.

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Illinois Orders Firm to Pay $500K for Prevailing Wage Violations

ENR Construction

Contractor Bulk Storage Inc. must pay back wages to employees, plus penalties, for not meeting state-required compensation rules on public sector projects.

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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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How To Clean Brick Fireplace | How To Clean Soot Off Bricks | 5 Best Methods To Clean Brick Fireplace

Civiconcepts

After a couple of years, have you got soot stains on the side face of the brick fireplace? and on the hearth. which ruined the beauty of the cozy and … How To Clean Brick Fireplace | How To Clean Soot Off Bricks | 5 Best Methods To Clean Brick Fireplace Read More ».

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Five of the Best Reasons for a Commercial Building Renovation

Wolgast Corporation

Commercial Renovation to Stay Put. Whether you really like your building the way that it is, your location is part of your long-term plan, or financially speaking a new building is out of the question, these are all good reasons to stay where you are. However, I’d like to share with you a few of the best reasons to consider renovating your current faclity. 1) Improve traffic to your business – we have seen it time and again that renovating a commercial space peaks the interest of people in your

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How to Overcome Your Construction Growing Pains

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Growing from a small contractor to a bustling larger one can be tough without the right technologies at your disposal.

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UK Government Expands Offshore Oil Leases in North Sea

ENR Construction

The new Conservative government is offering as many as 100 new oil and gas exploration licenses in the North Sea, as it also ends a moratorium on shale gas extraction imposed three years ago.

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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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What Is A Septic Tank | How Does Septic Tank Works | Septic Tank Working Process | Pros and Cons of Septic Tank

Civiconcepts

A Septic tank is an underwater sand basin construction utilized for dealing with wastewater through biological decomposition and drainage procedures. It is system has a very easy structure. It is … What Is A Septic Tank | How Does Septic Tank Works | Septic Tank Working Process | Pros and Cons of Septic Tank Read More ».

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Your Building Envelope’s Role in Saving You Money

Wolgast Corporation

Keeping your building’s protective barrier, or better known as its envelope, intact, leak free, and in good repair is a great way to avoid spending your hard earned profits on energy costs or damages. The envelope entails any part of your building structure that keeps outside elements from coming inside when closed. This includes your roof, EIFS, windows, doors, walls, and even floors which can leak and make your HVAC work harder, or worse let water in to damage your structure and/or office equi

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What are Class E Safety Pants?

Work Gearz

When we talk about high reflective clothing for construction workers on the road, it’s class 1, class 2, and class 3 clothes that comes to our minds. But, there’s yet another class of pants known as class E safety pants.  Class E safety pants are different from the other 3 classes. They are also known as supplementary high visibility garments.

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Autodesk Talks New Integrations, and an Unexpected Data Journey

ENR Construction

Autodesk explained the rational for it's new separate cloud services at its user conference, while a number of the company's technology partners unveil new integrations for their services.

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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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The structural health monitoring of bridges

Digital Construction Works

As you load up your mini-van with the kids and the dog on your way back from a sporting event or family visit this fall, keep these sobering statistics in mind: 1 out of 3 U.S. bridges, nearly 224,000 – requires repair or replacement, including one-third of all Interstate Highway bridges 78,800 bridges should be replaced The cost of this work is estimated at 260 billion dollars, taking 30 years to complete Iconic structures, such as New York City’s Brooklyn Bridge, included These bridges h

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Weakened Economy, Higher Borrowing Costs Effect Construction Industry, Reports Marcum Survey

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The Marcum Commercial Construction Index for the second quarter of 2022 reports that the construction industry continues to face rising costs and shortages of both labor and materials, but now also must contend with a weakening economy and elevated borrowing costs. Notably, the residential sector has weakened significantly, while the outlook remains dicey for the nonresidential sector.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

Levelset

Plumbing contractors should include business insurance as an integral part of their financial strategy. When you tackle the jobs you’ve secured, it’s also important to plan for the unexpected. With numerous policies available, the plumbing contractor’s insurance landscape offers many ways for you to protect your physical and financial business assets.

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Mississippi River Approaches Record Low, Threatening Barge Traffic

ENR Construction

Dry weather in parts of the Midwest have contributed to unusually low water levels on the Mississippi River and others, grounding some barges and necessitating emergency dredging.

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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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Retired Smoke Jumper Builds Rammed Earth House

Natural Building

Retired smoke jumper and self-taught home builder Todd Jinkins of Boise, Idaho is currently building his first rammed earth home. It’s also the fourth home he’s built in the past 22 years. “Since the city wasn’t familiar with rammed earth, because this is the first one, it took me a while to get all the permits and get the engineering done,” Jinkins said.

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For Construction Technology Manager Alex Ayres, it’s not just about technology

The Korte Company

Alex Ayres always thought he wanted to be an architect. “It started with LEGOS when I was five or six. That’s always been my interest: how things go together, specifically buildings.”. His scenic hometown of Eau Claire, Wisconsin is famed for its sawmills, not architecture. But thanks to his father’s work in real estate and industrial engineering, Alex spent some time on active construction sites as a kid.

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How to Oil Ostrich Boots? (Explained)

Work Gearz

Just as the name suggests, ostrich boots are made from the leg skin of ostriches. So, they are not the same as our normal leather boots that are made from sheepskin and hence their treatment is also different from other leather boots. We all know that oiling leather boots conditions and moisturizes them, making them revived and long lasting. Oils such as mink oil, Neatsfoot oil , jojoba oil, olive oil, etc. are safe to be used on leather products.

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State Transportation Officials Join Call for Greater Equity in DBE Prime Contracting

ENR Construction

The heads of six state DOTs have signed on to the Equity in Infrastructure Project's pledge to increase the share of prime contracts that go to disadvantaged businesses.

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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