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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

In this article, we’re serving up a construction terminology cheat sheet to demystify the jargon used in the United States (US) and Australia (AU). By using the right words, we can minimize misunderstandings and keep errors at bay. This, however, doesn’t hinder the innovative spirit of US construction professionals.

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20 construction industry trends to watch in 2020

Building Radar

We have studied and evaluated numerous sources – discover with us the most important trends and developments in the construction industry in 2020. ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3. Project management software: smart tools for fast teams 4. Natural building materials: for more well-being 16.

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Cloud Computing is More Important than BIM?

Building Information Management

The cost to capture, store, and process information is falling to near zero… mass storage (terabytes) for everyone, and an increasingly plentiful supply of powerful cloud-computing based applications available as plug-ins. CEASEL also never deletes data and tracks ALL user access and activities.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

Business Facilities

T he United States is the largest trading nation in the world for goods and services with more than 300 land, air and sea ports. It is here that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces the import and export laws and regulations of the U.S. Over 420,000 persons were employed at some 2,900 firms that used FTZs during the year.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Application: This standard applies to davits, structures typically used to lower things over an edge. All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Cleaning Materials. Tool Group A.

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Top 2024 AI Construction Trends: According to the Experts

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AI applications may include advanced project management tools, predictive analytics for risk assessment, and optimization of construction processes. In addition, the use of AI in design and planning stages could lead to more efficient resource utilization and cost-effective solutions.

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

Business Facilities

The food processing industry works to convert raw materials, such as grains, dairy products and meats, to processed food. The time it would take to cook a meal consisting only of raw materials would be much too long for the busy lives of most Americans. This aids in long-distance transportation as well as long-time storage.