Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Everything you saw and everything you might have missed at Day 1 of Viewpoint's 2021 Collaborate conference.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Heat pumps can keep a home cool and comfortable in the summer and heat a home without fossil fuels in the winter more efficiently than other heating and cooling options, according to a recent study by Rocky Mountain Institute ( RMI ). RMI modeled the performance of several cooling options for a Seattle home during a record three-day heat wave in June 2021.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The expansion will increase Thermo Fisher Scientific's manufacturing capacity and create 290 additional jobs in Pitt County, NC. The post Thermo Fisher Scientific Investing $154M In North Carolina appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

When Safety Director Kevin Moorhead does his job right, it might not look like he’s doing anything at all. “In the safety career field, we don’t always get to see the fruits of our labors,” he said, “because if an employee follows something from our training and doesn’t get hurt, there’s nothing to remember.”. Whether that means advising construction workers against taking shortcuts while handling chemicals or simply moving ladders out of the way, safety is a day-to-day job tha

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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.

Risk Management

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Inspirations from Laila Ali, the latest on key industry trends, technology deep dives and much more!

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Learn Civil Engineering

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Rise and fall is the method of surveying to solve the levelling to find out the difference in elevation and elevation of two points. In this method Like we need to calculate the difference in elevation of the staff of two points. The two stations points where the staff readings are taken, we know the […].

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

When Safety Director Kevin Moorhead does his job right, it might not look like he’s doing anything at all. “In the safety career field, we don’t always get to see the fruits of our labors,” he said, “because if an employee follows something from our training and doesn’t get hurt, there’s nothing to remember.”. Whether that means advising construction workers against taking shortcuts while handling chemicals or simply moving ladders out of the way, safety is a day-to-day job tha

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One Team has recently broken ground on a new headquarters in Northamptonshire, England. The project, which represents the first all-new F1 factory in the UK since the McLaren Technology Centre opened in 2004, is being designed by Ridge and Partners LLP.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

_. The key to making safety a priority is having a top-down approach. When field crews see that all company representatives — from CEO to supervisors — are adopting a culture of safety, they will feel more accountable to perform safely. Jeff Larson , Director of Health and Safety at Electric Conduit Construction , joined The Safety Management Show to share how to get buy-in for a safety culture from all levels of an organization and why it’s so important.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Expansion of the ModularMEP™ manufacturing and systems integration facility will result in 150 new jobs in Caroline County, VA. . The post M.C. Dean Celebrates Opening of $21.M Virginia Expansion appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Learn Civil Engineering

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

What are Road Studs? The longitudinal/transverse reflectorized road markings were added with retro-reflective studs to improve visibility at night as well as in inclement weather. They are also placed on both sides of the carriageway to act as speed limiters while also providing a rumbling impression to the user. Wherever road crashes are high, a […].

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The development team for Sydney's latest mega-project, the $2.5 billion Central Place Sydney towers, has formally submitted plans for development approval. It's the next step in the development of the dual-tower property, which is expected to contribute to Tech Central in Sydney’s Central Business District.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Contractors, by nature, are tenacious, resilient, and have a tremendous amount of "Grit And Determination To Succeed," which means they are not easily disturbed or prone to react hastily or rashly at the first sign of trouble. This is just one of the many qualities I sincerely admire about these remarkable men and women. Like you, we have callouses on our hands, having owned and operated construction companies, and some of us have served an apprenticeship in one of the construction trades.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Berry Global Group's $61 million investment will create over 60 jobs in Lawrence, KS. The post Berry Global Group Expands Production In Kansas appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Learn Civil Engineering

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

What is Effective length of column? The column is the vertical compression member of the structure. The column is used to transfer the load of the superstructure to the substructure or foundation safely. The column is mainly subjected to the axial load which exceeds 3 times its lateral dimensions. The length of the column is […].

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Over the past few years, landlords have been installing charging stations in apartment buildings, retail centers, and office buildings—sometimes without a cost for vehicle owners to use them.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

This year's Southeast Project of the Year finalists are spread across the region, from Atlanta to Miami, Raleigh and St. Croix, Virgin Islands.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

While parts of the New England economy experienced a setback, much like its fall foliage, the region will soon experience a beautiful change. The post New England: Balancing Business & Beauty appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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.

Construction Management

Rapport3

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

One of the largest specialist building services engineering design consultancies in the North of England, S I Sealy have moved to Rapport3 to better manage their projects and practice. Formed in 1949, S I Sealy has grown into one of the largest specialist building services engineering design consultancies in the North of England. They are a specialist decarbonisation design consultancy, and complete work for clients in Healthcare, Education, Public and Commercial sectors.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Eighty-six of the world’s tallest 100 buildings have been constructed since 2001, the year that terrorists crashed two jets into the World Trade Center towers in New York. In fact, 84% of all buildings 200 meters (656.2 ft) or taller have been constructed over the last 20 years, including the 1,776-ft-tall One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, according to the Council of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, which has released a white paper on the global impact of 9/11 on tall buildings.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Inspectors also issued more than 3,600 violations, during the Dept. of Buildings' three-month safety sweep, to contractors and site safety professionals for failing to keep sites safe.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

CAVA's $30 million investment in a new processing and packaging operation will create 52 jobs in Augusta County, VA. The post CAVA To Establish Production and Packaging Operation In Virginia appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Rapport3

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

One of the largest specialist building services engineering design consultancies in the North of England, S I Sealy have moved to Rapport3 to better manage their projects and practice. Formed in 1949, S I Sealy has grown into one of the largest specialist building services engineering design consultancies in the North of England. They are a specialist decarbonisation design consultancy, and complete work for clients in Healthcare, Education, Public and Commercial sectors.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

M+, Asia’s first global museum of contemporary visual culture, is set to open in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District. The nearly 700,000-sf building was designed by Herzog & de Meuron in partnership with TFP Farrells and Arup. Located on the Victoria Harbour waterfront, the terracotta tile-clad tower features a dynamic LED system on the south facade that can display M+ content. .

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Six prefabricated modules forming an 80,000-sq-ft new concourse have rolled into place at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Delivered on self-propelled modular transporters between Aug. 26 and Sept. 9, they are a first of their kind for North American airports.

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CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Introduction of Different Materials Used in Building Construction Building Materials are an essential element in the construction of any civil engineering structure. The durability and strength of the structure depend upon.

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Rapport3

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

 Our team at Cubic Interactive are excited to be working with clients who show such a commitment to their practice and end product. The AJ100 awards are a great chance to celebrate our clients hard work and success over the past 12 months. We are thrilled this year to see so many of our clients nominated across all categories. Building of the Year This category, based on a 2020 completion, is judged by design – functionally, materially and spatially – and in its delivery and performance.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

LEED-certified buildings consistently earn higher rents than non-LEED properties, according to new research from Cushman & Wakefield. Since 2015, rents for LEED-certified buildings have averaged 11% higher than those of non-LEED properties. The research also indicates that newly delivered LEED buildings were more resilient during times when the real estate market softened.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Rising health and climate change risks spur pushback from communities impacted by facility emissions and pollution—as owners, governments, activists and industry advisers weigh better options for environmental justice.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

She and I sat in the room, and…I was like, ‘Wow, we’re actually going to build this thing.’ Fact: civil engineering is everywhere. We see it in our roads, bridges, airports, and practically all public and private infrastructure projects. Civil engineering is one of the most important fields we have today, and it will continue to be vital for as far as we can see into the future.

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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

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