Business Facilities

AUGUST 30, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Isssue. of Labor BLS, noted that New England’s unemployment rate was measurably lower than the national average in 2016—Maine’s unemployment rate was 3.9 According to the Connecticut Department of Labor, the May 2017 unemployment rate for Connecticut was estimated at 4.9 By the BF Staff.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 21, 2023

Think back to the period between late 2017 and mid-2009 , when almost 2.5 While it's not a given that another economic slump is on the horizon, you should still implement proactive measures to recession-proof your business. In this article, we'll unpack the essentials of building resilience in the construction sector.

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The Korte Company

JUNE 16, 2020

Trekking his way through a jobsite, mud nearly pulling his boots off, surveyor Mark Grinter must identify a precise measurement amidst the muck. Mark then performed surveying work for Flagg and Associates in Edwardsville (one of the area’s largest engineering firms at the time) and Madison County Surveyors.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

Moreover, the building sector is undergoing a transformation brought on by net-zero design; and here is how you can make the most of this trend. HS2 Old Oak Common station construction commenced in 2017. Over the month, UK building sector growth accelerated past the 50-point line that distinguishes expansion from contraction.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 11, 2023

A 2017 survey from industry body GoConstruct found nearly 200,000 people working in construction in the UK were registered disabled. Given the vital importance of digital tools in design, build, operations and maintenance, those hiring can and must throw the net wider than would have been the case in the past. million employees).

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West Shore Construction

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

In this article, we will explore in detail the key provisions of House Bill 293, discuss a variety of hurricane protection options, including motorized screens and hurricane window protection, and explain how these solutions can improve your home’s safety and potentially reduce insurance costs.

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The Construction Seyt

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In particular, federal construction contractors and their performance bond sureties should take heed of the court’s holding in this highly-illustrative fraud case. The Lodge holding is, indeed, loaded with lessons on what to do, and what not to do, when presenting Contract Disputes Act (“CDA”) claims to the government.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 23, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. N ew technologies and business models have the heavy/discrete manufacturing industry on the verge of an innovative new period that promises greater productivity and the potential for lower costs, according to a recent report prepared by GE. By the BF Staff. advanced manufacturing.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 17, 2023

Meanwhile, warranty service provider for structures Build-Zone is celebrating its 20th year in the building industry as an insurer. Furthermore, there are indications that things are turning around in the building business in the UK. Peter manages company development and customer success for Build-Zone and sets strategic goals.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2019

Rising construction costs, data security concerns and the perils of project mismanagement highlight some of the most interesting stories we read in May. Construction Costs Spiked 5.7 Construction Costs Spiked 5.7 Construction costs, always in the forefront of contractors’ minds, rose 5.7 percent), Portland, Ore.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 12, 2017

These are the findings of the 2017 Johnson Controls Energy Efficiency Indicator (EEI) survey of more than 1,500 facility and management executives in the U.S., Cost reduction remained the most important driver for investments globally, with 77 percent rating it as a very or extremely significant factor in driving investments.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 10, 2025

By Amy Becker Photo 2017 DJ Srki/courtesy Shutterstock High-performance facades start with high-performing glass. Insulating glass units (IGUs) are a critical component of glazing system performance. If one does not know, the IGU can slide apart during the rest of the build.

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