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Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation

The Pro Builder

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

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A Builder Discusses Product Strategy

The Pro Builder

Andrew Houlihan of Houlihan Building Company dives into what kinds of products matter to builders and their clients, including the Marvin Elevate ® and Essential ™ Collections. I started HBC in 2010 with a focus on custom residential and millwork projects. What are some of the material and design trends you’re seeing?

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

Commercial Construction Blog

Using prefabricated construction components (elements that are manufactured off-site and then delivered to the construction site for installation) or a modular construction model (where entire building sections are constructed in a plant facility and delivered for on-site assembly) certainly has the potential to improve efficiencies.

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US LBM Acquires Michigan’s Goodrich Brothers, Inc.

CCR Magazine

US LBM, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, has acquired Goodrich Brothers, Inc. provides millwork, stairways, interior and exterior doors, windows and hardware to residential and commercial builders throughout Michigan. located in Pewamo, Michigan Founded in 1984, Goodrich Bros.

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‘Invisible’ Heater Design Elevates Comfort and Aesthetics at Manhattan Residential Skyscraper

CCR Magazine

To adequately heat the 111 Murray Street residential skyscraper in New York, the owner sought an effective way to maintain the aesthetic of the mostly glass building without being obtrusive to its design. Another issue was revealed when the contractor requested the materials be delivered to each floor.

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Ultimate Guide to Construction Submittals [Template]

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The submittal log includes information provided to the architect asking for approval for certain materials and equipment before they’re fabricated and sent to the project site. Construction submittals may include thousands of line items such as color charts, material data, samples, color and finish selections, shop drawings, and more.

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The Commercial Construction Checklist to Successful International Retail Projects. Bon Chance!

HardHatChat

Some international retailers prefer to ship materials from their country, while others let us fabricate millwork locally. If items are being received internationally, it’s a bonus if your general construction firm is experienced in receiving materials from customs. Measurements.