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Free And Easy Trading At Ports Of Entry

Business Facilities

Foreign trade zones, located in or near U.S. Customs ports of entry, enable duty-free movement of foreign and domestic merchandise. there are more than 200 U.S. FTZs, each a driver of regional economic growth. - Read: Free And Easy Trading At Ports Of Entry at BusinessFacilities.com.

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State of the Construction Industry: April 2021 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Details of the $2 trillion-plus American Jobs Act, modular construction and a look at cities' projects explored in this April 2021 industry roundup.

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New York City market continues to lead the U.S. Construction Pipeline

BD+C

In the recent U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report released by Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of Q1‘21, New York City continues to hold the lead amongst U.S. markets for the most projects in the U.S. construction pipeline with 145 projects/24,762 rooms. Other U.S. markets that follow are Los Angeles with 144 projects/23,994 rooms, Dallas with 135 projects/16,260 rooms, Atlanta with 132 projects/18,264 rooms, and Orlando with 98 projects/17,536 rooms.

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[VIDEO] Baubot, the Robot That Wants to Be Trade on the Jobsite

Construction Junkie Blog

Baubot, via YouTube // Baubot. While still new in the construction industries, robots are typically designed to perform a specific task in a highly precise and efficient way, like the rebar tying robot, Tybot or the brick-laying robot Hadrian X. More recently, though, robots are being imagined as platforms for 3rd party companies to develop hardware and accessories to attach to the base robot, like the Boston Dynamics robotic dog, Spot.

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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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Locations For The Biotech Industry: Microscopic Miracles

Business Facilities

Successful introduction of mRNA vaccines has created a platform for the rapid development of new treatments. - Read: Locations For The Biotech Industry: Microscopic Miracles at BusinessFacilities.com.

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HDR selected to design new Cancer Hospital in Shaoxing

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HDR will design the new Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences Shaoxing Campus. The modern hospital and research-oriented medical center will include elements of nature to help patients heal.

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Effects of acoustical ceiling panel type: Vertical sound isolation

Construction Specifier

Images courtesy Rockfon. by Gary Madaras, PhD. Preventing noise from transmitting between enclosed rooms is important in buildings. A conversation between a doctor and patient in a medical exam room, or between a lawyer and client in an office, should be confidential. People in adjacent rooms should not be able to listen to the private information being exchanged.

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Illinois Invests $15M In Advanced Manufacturing Training Academies 

Business Facilities

Funding from the Rebuild Illinois capital plan will establish two cutting-edge training academies to prepare workers for future jobs, boost investment in downstate communities. - Read: Illinois Invests $15M In Advanced Manufacturing Training Academies at BusinessFacilities.com.

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What Is Culvert? Its Types, Materials & Components

Civiconcepts

A Culvert is a structure constructed in roadway and railway to pass the flow of water and sometimes for the facile passage of electrical cables without interfering with roadways and … What Is Culvert? Its Types, Materials & Components Read More ».

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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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SOM completes Willis Tower Skydeck transformation

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SOM has completed the renovation and transformation of the Willis Tower Skydeck. The project includes an immersive new exhibition and a reimagined observation deck that will allow visitors to explore the city’s past, present, and future. The project returns the Skydeck to the original vision for the building, foregrounding the tower’s iconic views while showcasing its structural design through minimal design gestures and subtle finishes.

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Senate Passes $35B Water Infrastructure Bill in Bipartisan Vote

ENR Construction

The Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act includes $14.65 billion each for Drinking Water and Clean Water state revolving funds, or SRFs, spread over the next five years.

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Toyota To Create 1,400 New Jobs In Indiana

Business Facilities

In its third multi-million dollar investment in four years, Toyota announced it is adding two all-new electric vehicles to the production line-up at its Princeton plant. - Read: Toyota To Create 1,400 New Jobs In Indiana at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Modified Proctor Test – Its Apparatus, Procedure & Result

Civiconcepts

Modified Proctor Test is performed to know the characteristics of soil through compaction with change in water content ultimately giving us the relation between dry density and moisture content. It … Modified Proctor Test – Its Apparatus, Procedure & Result Read More ».

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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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Building performance requirements are coming: Are you ready?

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Building performance requirements are policies that establish a definition for high-performance buildings and drive all buildings to achieve that definition, making clear the city or county’s priorities. A building performance requirement provides flexibility because owners can use whatever technologies and operational strategies they decide are most effective and economical to meet the performance target.

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Digital Tools Join Traditional Methods for Notre Dame Rebuild

ENR Construction

As rescue and recovery work winds down at the Paris landmark, restoration is set to start this summer that will be informed by a digital twin using billions of data points.

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Robinson Manufacturing Invests $15 In Tennessee Expansion

Business Facilities

Clothing manufacturing and distribution company Robinson Manufacturing will create 91 jobs at its new Rhea County, TN warehouse and distribution facility. - Read: Robinson Manufacturing Invests $15 In Tennessee Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Standard Proctor Test – Its Apparatus, Procedure, Result.

Civiconcepts

Proctor Test is carried out to study or understand the soil’s compaction characteristics with variable moisture content. The test is performed to estimate the maximum load the soil could bear … Standard Proctor Test – Its Apparatus, Procedure, Result. Read More ».

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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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Building-integrated solar power turns buildings into power plants

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According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), buildings and the construction sector combined are responsible for nearly 40% of total direct and indirect CO2 emissions.

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Public Sector Facilities Portfolio Management 101

Job Order Contracting

At the end of the day, Public Sector Facilities Portfolio Management 101 is a PASS/FAIL course for practicing professionals. As a public sector facilities management professional, your days are as endless as the list of repairs, renos, and new builds. Savvy FM professionals know, however, that at the end of day, that only two things really matter… Ensuring organizational buy-in and adoption of your strategy, and Delivering on a plan to efficiently sustain your facilities requirements.

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Roadwork Robot Autonomously Digs Out, Repairs, Buried Utility Lines

ENR Construction

Looking to speed their ongoing overhaul of the U.K.’s second largest gas distribution network, gas utility SGN has been investing in the development of the autonomous RRES roadworks robot from ULC Technologies.

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What Is MDF Board? Its Uses, Properties, Pros & Cons

Civiconcepts

MDF Board is the beneficial replacement of the plywood crated by shattering down the softwood or hardwood residuals into the well-shaped wood fibers, frequently in a defibrillator, combining it with … What Is MDF Board? Its Uses, Properties, Pros & Cons Read More ».

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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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Registration & waiting: Weak points and an enduring strength

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In ambulatory facility design, human interaction and empathy are more important than ever. For years, designers and healthcare institutions have been working together to improve the patient experience, including significant focus on the registration and waiting process. However, delivering care in the COVID era has highlighted why changes are imperative.

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Netflix Expanding In Canada With Toronto Office

Business Facilities

Building on the success of uniquely Canadian shows such as Schitt’s Creek, Netflix will work with Canadian creators to bring stories from Canada to the world. - Read: Netflix Expanding In Canada With Toronto Office at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Academia and Industry Join Forces To Work Toward Net-Zero Urban Environments

ENR Construction

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute partners with engineering firms as well as Siemens, Lutron Electronic and others to create the Institute for Energy, the Built Environment and Smart Systems, based in Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Winning Tactics For Contractor Paperwork

Contractor Bookkeeping

You started your contracting company to have fun, be your own boss and do the work you love. Now you are overwhelmed with paperwork, and the fun is gone! One of the biggest struggles construction business owners deal with is the overwhelming amount of paper they have to organize as part of their everyday tasks. Invoices, receipts, bills, contracts, client records, pay applications, insurances, licenses - are just among the few in the seem to be never-ending "etc.".

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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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The Block will be Philadelphia’s first campus dedicated to esports

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Nerd Street Gamers, an esports infrastructure company, has selected Populous to lead its national rollout of Localhost gaming centers. The concept is a first of its kind that will bring localized gaming centers, which are open to the public, to cities across the country. The rollout will start with the flagship campus dubbed “The Block.”.

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Canada: Your Investment Destination For Supply Chain Resiliency 

Business Facilities

Brand, market access, and talent are among the numerous advantages Canada enjoys amid the reshaping of global supply chains. - Read: Canada: Your Investment Destination For Supply Chain Resiliency at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Viewpoint: Imagine What's Possible in Construction Sector Diversity—and Do It!

ENR Construction

You can't expect underrepresented groups to fit into workplaces historically designed to exclude them, or, at best, designed without them—so let's push reset, says this veteran union electrician.

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