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No summer vacation for the GC Kraus Anderson

BD+C

The Duluth, Minn.-based general contractor Kraus-Anderson has been busy this summer, having finished the construction and/or remodeling of several education, public safety, and healthcare projects in Wisconsin and Minnesota. They include: A new 37,000-sf fire station was added to an existing police station in Minnetonka, Minn. Image: Wold Architects and Engineers. .

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Three Expansions To Create More Than 4,100 Jobs In Utah

Business Facilities

The technology/solar energy, aerospace, and life sciences companies will invest a total of more than $357 million across Utah. The post Three Expansions To Create More Than 4,100 Jobs In Utah appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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What Are King Post Truss | Components of King Post Truss | King Post Truss Construction Details

Civiconcepts

What Is Roof Truss? A roof truss is a simple assembly of members forming a rigid framework of triangular shape. A truss is generally a triangulated system of straight and … What Are King Post Truss | Components of King Post Truss | King Post Truss Construction Details Read More ».

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Silt Content Test for Sand

Learn Civil Engineering

What is a Silt Content Test for Sand? The test is performed to determine the percentage of the silt present in the sand is known as the Silt content test. Silt is a fine material whose size is less than 150 micron. As their content in the sand is not good, that’s why we need […].

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

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.

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High-rise public school set for construction in Boston

BD+C

The Josiah Quincy Upper School (JQUS), a 650-student public school, is set to rise on a one-acre site in Boston’s dense Chinatown neighborhood. The six-story, 178,000-sf building will house grades 6 through 12. The HMFH-designed facility will feature healthy spaces that support student success and wellbeing. Among these spaces will be rooftop outdoor classrooms; learning spaces for music, art, and science; advanced art quality systems; a student-grown garden; and a variety of athletic and fitnes

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Mastercard? That’ll do nicely! Do you need to issue a new claim if your amendment might be statute barred?

Practical Law Construction

It is no coincidence that construction cases play a prominent role in many of the leading decisions concerning limitation. It is the nature of our work that problems have a tendency to emerge some time after the work was completed and, more than occasionally, new problems come to light after proceedings have commenced. As construction litigators, we are therefore all no doubt familiar with having to draft an amendment to a claim that is, or might be, vulnerable to a limitation challenge.

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Floor Space Index and Floor Area Ratio – Importance, Calculation & Differences

Learn Civil Engineering

What is FSI? The Full form of FSI is Floor Space Index and It is also known as FAR (Floor Area Ratio). Floor Space Index is the maximum built area of the total plot area of land. FSI is the ratio of the total built-up area to the total plot area or land. Floor space […].

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Top 10 indoor amenities at multifamily housing developments for 2021

BD+C

When it comes to planning indoor amenities at multifamily housing developments, developers and their building teams are focused on communal gathering spaces like lounges, coffee bars, and community kitchens—even in the age of COVID-19. .

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September 11: 20 Years Later

Business Facilities

What has not changed since September 11, 2001. (Re-published from September 9, 2016.). The post September 11: 20 Years Later appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Extraordinary Native American Engineering Feats

Natural Building

The Native Americans who occupied the area known as Poverty Point in northern Louisiana more than 3,000 years ago long were highly skilled engineers capable of building massive earthen structures that have withstood the test of time. It has been believed that they were simple hunters and gatherers, but new archaeological findings paint a very different picture of America’s first civilization. “We as a research community—and population as a whole—have undervalued native people and th

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What is Stub Column | Its Purposes | Advantages | Disadvantages and Stub Column vs Floating Column

Learn Civil Engineering

What is Stub Column? A stub column is a type of column whose length is short and baseless which means do not have a foundation and footing as its rests on a beam or slab. It acts as a point load on the beam. A stub column does not fail by buckling because of its […].

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What rugby can teach us about designing the workspace of the future

BD+C

In a 1986 Harvard Business Review article, “ The New New Product Development Game,” Hirotaka Takeuchi and Ikujiro Nonaka observed that in order to excel in a fast-paced market, companies should emphasize speed and flexibility in product development. They advocated shifting from a linear “ relay race” approach to an agile “rugby” approach in which multidisciplinary teams work together on a project from start to finish.

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Everything Attachments To Invest $20M In North Carolina

Business Facilities

Farm implement and tractor attachment maker Everything Attachments will create 147 jobs at its new manufacturing campus in Conover, NC. The post Everything Attachments To Invest $20M In North Carolina appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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

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Empowering Flight 93’s Tower of Voices in Shanksville, Pa., to Speak

ENR Construction

The last element of the three-phase Flight 93 National Memorial near Shanksville, Pa.—the “Tower of Voices”—may finally be adjusted to speak this fall.

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The Advantages Of Healthy Competition For Your Contracting Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

Starting a construction business means you'll compete with other companies that already exist. It's a good thing if you have a competition to go up against. Competition pushes you to be innovative. It also means there's an established community for your services. What about if you're considered a veteran at this stage? Understand that you cannot outwork your competition forever because you will grow old and tired in time, and there will always be someone else who is newer, younger and works chea

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A biopharma fitout in Colorado showcases one AEC firm’s Integrated Project Delivery approach

BD+C

Late last month, the startup oncology company Umoja Biopharma and CRB Group , a sustainable AEC and consulting firm, started construction on the fitout of a 146,000-sf building in Louisville, Colo.

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20 Years Later

Business Facilities

What has not changed since September 11, 2001. (Re-published from September 9, 2011.). The post 20 Years Later appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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

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5 Challenges in Meeting Construction Deadlines and How To Solve Them

Construction Marketing

Every construction professional knows the downside to missing project deadlines. Not only does it frustrate stakeholders, but it keeps the team from getting started on the next revenue-generating project. With that said, few construction teams actually succeed in finishing their jobs on time. The following breakdown looks at 5 common challenges in meeting construction deadlines and provides some simple solutions to help mitigate them. .

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Unique Floating Fire Station to Open on San Francisco Waterfront

ENR Construction

A floating fire station is nearing completion along San Francisco’s waterfront at Pier 22½ which will replace an existing fire station and fire boat berthing facility.

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Seattle looks to become America’s most walkable city with a new citywide wayfinding system

BD+C

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), in its attempt to make Seattle the most walkable and accessible city in America, has recently appointed Applied Information Group to create a citywide wayfinding system to encourage and enable more walking and rolling.

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Shinhung Global USA To Expand Operations In Tennessee

Business Facilities

South Korean-based logistics company Shinhung Global USA to invest $10 million in new Clarksville facility, creating more than 80 new jobs. The post Shinhung Global USA To Expand Operations In Tennessee appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

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.

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Realtime Super Sensing – An Interview with Brian Ringley of Boston Dynamics

AEC Business

In the run-up to WDBE 2021, we sat down with Brian Ringley, Boston Dynamics’ Construction Technology Manager. Our discussion covered the technical challenges involved in implementing robots on construction sites, the obstacles standing in the way of autonomy, and the renewed value of data capture. If one thing is clear, Covid has produced a call […] The post Realtime Super Sensing – An Interview with Brian Ringley of Boston Dynamics appeared first on AEC Business.

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Fusion Test Produces More Power Than It Takes In

ENR Construction

A nuclear fusion startup led by scientists at MIT announces a major advance that the team believes could pave the way for the world’s first commercial fusion power reactor by the end of the decade.

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Intl. Code Council steps up efforts for more widespread adoption of 2021 IECC

BD+C

The International Code Council (ICC) is aiming to convince more government officials to adopt the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code—the latest version of the code. The ICC has developed a toolkit describing the benefits of the 2021 IECC, including energy savings of 9.4% and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions of 8.7%. ICC will step up outreach efforts to promote the newest code version.

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Wallbox Chooses Texas For First U.S. Manufacturing Facility

Business Facilities

The electric vehicle charging solutions provider's new facility is anticipated to create approximately 250 direct jobs in Arlington by 2030. The post Wallbox Chooses Texas For First U.S. Manufacturing Facility appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Discover the Power of Next Gen Construction ERP

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.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Daniel Charest, Project Executive, J. Calnan & Associates

Autodesk Construction Cloud

One of the keys to effective technology adoption is a strong partnership with your tech provider. While the quality of technology is certainly important, you should also consider that company’s commitment to ensuring your success. At the end of the day, successful technological deployment goes beyond savviness. It hinges on the strength of your relationships with your technology vendors and the quality of those partnerships.

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Flawed Welding Faulted in Mexico City Subway Collapse

ENR Construction

Report concludes the elevated steel structure and concrete rail bed were acting as “independent parallel beams,” and experiencing “loading conditions for which they were not designed.

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BD+C to lead 'What Building Owners Want' panel discussion at A/E/C THRIVE Conference

BD+C

Ever wonder what building owners wish architects and engineers knew about key imperatives and business realities, before submitting proposals or starting work? Building Design+Construction is partnering with PSMJ Resources to dive right in to this critical question at the annual A/E/C THRIVE business growth conference coming September 22-24 to the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale. .