Business Facilities
MAY 12, 2021
Seattle-based e-retail giant Amazon will create 500 jobs at its new import processing center in Smithfield, NC. - Read: Amazon Investing $100M In North Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 12, 2021
How offsite, modular construction is currently being paired with technology in the UK to elevate and future-proof contractors and their projects.
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BD+C
MAY 12, 2021
Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center, a new 18,000 sf veterinary specialty and 24/7 emergency hospital, is currently under construction by Lorentz Bruun in Vancouver, Wash. Renovated from a former Whole Foods, the project involves demolishing the former grocery store space, framing, roughing in, and sheet rocking the 77-room hospital facility.
Natural Building
MAY 10, 2021
A group of homeless people and activists have built their own unsanctioned community center from the ground up — creating a kitchen, shower, toilet, health clinic, and free store in Oakland, California. The grassroots project is expanding the limits of what a homeless encampment can look like. The community center, located in the heart of Oakland’s largest homeless encampment, looks like something out of a fairy tale.
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.
Business Facilities
MAY 11, 2021
Santee Cooper, South Carolina’s largest power provider, is a major driver of regional economic development, helping to create a favorable business climate that fuels growth. - Read: A Powerhouse For Growth In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.
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BD+C
MAY 10, 2021
Art Gensler, FAIA, FIIDA, RIBA, cofounder of Gensler, the world’s largest architecture firm, passed away yesterday morning at his home in Mill Valley, Calif., at the age of 85. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that Gensler had been battling lung disease over the last 18 months.
Natural Building
MAY 8, 2021
A new study led by Chelsey Armstrong, an ethnobotanist with Simon Fraser University, has shown that there are “forest gardens” surrounding now-vacant historical villages of Ts’msyen and Coast Salish nations in British Columbia. These forest gardens are the result of careful management by Indigenous communities and have persisted as islands of ecological diversity long after those communities were forced to move.
Business Facilities
MAY 11, 2021
On the U.S./Mexico border, commercial vehicle imports at the Laredo, Texas Port of Entry rival Detroit’s automotive trade industry. Bring your manufacturing investment to this southern hub on the U.S. automotive corridor! - Read: Port Laredo, Your Business Partner at the Border! at BusinessFacilities.com.
Civiconcepts
MAY 10, 2021
Rat Trap Bond is also called the Chinese bond. It maintains a similar thickness as that of the brick laid by different methods. Rat Trap Bond Wall develops the complicated … What Is Rat Trap Bond? Its Construction, Advantages & Disadvantages Read More ».
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As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.
BD+C
MAY 11, 2021
Building codes should be updated to protect residents from the harmful health impacts of indoor cooking, according to a new report from the Environmental Law Institute (ELI).
Safety Services Company
MAY 13, 2021
Millions of U.S. workers are exposed to high temperatures and hot work environments on a regular basis. And every year, thousands of workers become sick from occupational heat exposure. Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are all examples of heat-related illnesses that workers may encounter. Heat stroke is the most dangerous, as it can often turn fatal.
Business Facilities
MAY 13, 2021
With a commitment to growing world class talent, Jacksonville is an ideal location for fintech companies looking to grow and succeed. - Read: Jacksonville Delivers Bold Advantages For Fintech Firms at BusinessFacilities.com.
Civiconcepts
MAY 14, 2021
Refractory Brick is also known as Fire Brick, refractory material consisting of nonmetallic minerals created in a variety of shapes for usage at high temperatures, particularly in structures for metallurgical … What Are Refractory Bricks – Its 3 Types, Properties, Advantages & Disadvantages Read More ».
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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.
BD+C
MAY 11, 2021
Total Quality Logistics (TQL) Stadium, a 26,000-seat soccer venue, has completed construction on 12.4 acres in downtown Cincinnati. The stadium, which will be home to FC Cincinnati, connects the historic neighborhoods of Over-the-Rhine and West End.
Contractor Bookkeeping
MAY 14, 2021
The success of any business, large or small, depends considerably on nurturing an efficient, productive workplace. While improving employee productivity should always be a priority when the ultimate goal is a sustainable and profitable business, the process is easier said than done. Being a better construction business owner is not just about the habits you practice in front of others.
Business Facilities
MAY 12, 2021
Hilmar Cheese Company plans to invest $460 million to build a major production facility in Dodge City, KS. - Read: Hilmar Cheese Company Bringing 247 New Jobs To Kansas at BusinessFacilities.com.
Civiconcepts
MAY 13, 2021
Glass Building Material is a mixture of raw materials like silica, sodium potassium carbonate, lime or lead oxide, manganese oxide which are grounded, sieved, and mixed in specific proportion to … Glass Building Material | 11 Different Types Glass Used In Building Construction |Advantages & Disadvantages of Glass Read More ».
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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
BD+C
MAY 12, 2021
We often talk about sustainability strategies that help to minimize environmental impact and slow the effects of climate change. Designing for resilience is equally important now that the earth’s temperature has started to rise, and abnormal climate events are becoming the norm. This post addresses how climate modeling can inform design strategies to respond to climate change, rather than design strategies to prevent climate change.
PC Construction
MAY 13, 2021
The PC Seacoast team put on their walking shoes for the 7th year to raise money and awareness for heart health. On May 6, the “PC Heart Walkers” showed up in true spirit, raising over. The post PC’s Seacoast Team Walks for Heart Health first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
Business Facilities
MAY 13, 2021
The expansion will include a global headquarters for Discovery Life Sciences, and laboratory and greenhouse space for HudsonAlpha’s Center for Plant Science and Sustainable Agriculture. - Read: HudsonAlpha Launches Expansion Project At Biotech Campus at BusinessFacilities.com.
Civiconcepts
MAY 12, 2021
Black Cotton Soil is a cohesive soil. It is considered a difficult or problematic soil for civil engineers. It possesses the characteristics of swelling during rainy and shrinking during summer. … Black Cotton Soil – Its Types, Properties, Composition Read More ».
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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
ENR Construction
MAY 14, 2021
When the Norwegian Public Roads Administration asked the design-build team of Sweco, PNC, Armando Rito Engenharia and Isachsen to deliver a 643-meter-long concrete box-girder bridge completely in 3D, designers with Armando Rito were initially a bit skeptical.
A David Creation
MAY 14, 2021
As a marketing guy and lifelong fan of technology, I’m always evaluating software and apps that will make a company more efficient and not complicate the workflow. I’m often asked about how to make the process of collecting and generating online reviews easier. Even the happiest of clients can be slow to follow through on leaving a review, or maybe they get stuck somewhere in the process and lose interest.
Business Facilities
MAY 11, 2021
Google Canada intends to acquire more than 154 acres of land in Beauharnois, Québec, southwest of Montréal, where it will build a data center that will employ at least 20 people. - Read: Google Canada Plans $600M Investment In Québec at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Marketing
MAY 13, 2021
Wastewater treatment is an essential aspect of industry operations, especially in aiming to protect the health of various ecosystems. Properly treated wastewater can be a reliable water source for many purposes. Good wastewater treatment maximizes the reusing of water for sustainability and nature preservation. . Here are the benefits of treating your wastewater: 1) Prevent Waterborne Pollution.
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Construction companies face daily challenges, from project delays to cost overruns. But with the right ERP software, these hurdles become opportunities for growth. This in-depth study covers how companies like Bartlett-Cocke General Contractors saw an 83% reduction in cost analysis time and a 62% decrease in vendor payment processing time by adopting a Construction ERP system.
ENR Construction
MAY 12, 2021
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer won't shut oil and gas pipeline but threatens to seize proceeds if owner Enbridge keeps it operating even as the energy giant gains first permits for replacement tunnel.
PC Construction
MAY 14, 2021
May is bringing some very visible changes to the landscape of the WSSC Piscataway Water Resource Recovery Facility. The $271 million Bio-Energy Project has been under construction for nearly a year and, with the initial. The post Big Changes at WSSC Piscataway Bio-Energy Project first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 13, 2021
How technology is changing the face of construction and why modernizing is essential to success in a connected construction environment.
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