BD+C
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
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. .
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
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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The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
This article was written by Anthony Walker, our healthcare project executive, and was originally published by Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare. As COVID-19 vaccinations continue to roll out across the country and healthcare consumers begin to reschedule postponed elective surgeries, now is the time for healthcare leaders to reassess their ambulatory surgery center (ASC) strategies in preparation for the next potential crisis.
Civiconcepts
SEPTEMBER 5, 2021
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 ».
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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
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
Learn Civil Engineering
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
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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Practical Law Construction
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
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. .
Learn Civil Engineering
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
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 […].
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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 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.
Natural Building
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
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
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
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.
Learn Civil Engineering
SEPTEMBER 4, 2021
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 […].
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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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ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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.
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 Marketing
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
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. .
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
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.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
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.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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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AEC Business
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
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.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
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.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
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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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.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
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. .
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
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.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
In adaptive reuse project, the battery technology developer will add 70,000 square feet to its research lab, assembly, office, and production space. The post Viridi Parente Expanding Buffalo, NY Green Tech Campus appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
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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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