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Ford, Samsung Electronics, KORE Power Named 2021 Deals Of The Year

Business Facilities

The three winners were selected from a record-setting number of entries submitted for Business Facilities’ 2021 Deals of the Year awards. The post Ford, Samsung Electronics, KORE Power Named 2021 Deals Of The Year appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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4 Tools to Thwart Construction Theft

Viewpoint Construction Technology

With rising costs and stalled supply chains, theft of construction materials from job sites is on the rise; here are 4 ways to protect your projects.

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Episode 14: Revenue, Relationships, and SOPs – Being a Real EHS Leader

Safety Services Company

Companies that put more emphasis on production and the bottom line will still lose revenue because of employee safety incidents. Having someone on board who’s passionate about EHS pays its own dividends. In this episode, Todd Waldron , Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor at Comstock Resources , joins us for a lively conversation about being a truly effective EHS leader.

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The Treatment To Your Construction Bookkeeping Symptoms

Contractor Bookkeeping

Most contractors are skilled technicians who learned their tradecraft in an apprenticeship program taught by a Master Technician, experience, or combination of these methods. There is a way to learn to operate your contracting company from a Master Contractor. With time, they developed a Paradigm, Mindset, Understanding, whatever word makes the most sense to you about how construction companies operate based upon their experiences.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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Exact Sciences Commits $350M To Wisconsin Expansion

Business Facilities

Cancer screening and diagnostics company Exact Sciences will create 1,300 jobs at its new Madison, WI facilities. The post Exact Sciences Commits $350M To Wisconsin Expansion appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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What Is A Manhole | Purpose of Manhole | Types of Manholes | Manhole Construction Details

Civiconcepts

What Is A Manhole? Manhole can be defined as an access point inside the sewer line for material and workers. It is the most important component of the sewer line … What Is A Manhole | Purpose of Manhole | Types of Manholes | Manhole Construction Details Read More ».

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Spain Set to Launch First Floating Offshore Wind Turbine in Fall

ENR Construction

Contractor Ferrovial Construccíon S.A.

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Nucor Announces Largest Investment In West Virginia History

Business Facilities

Nucor Corporation will invest more than $2.7 billion—the company's largest single investment—in a state-of-the-art sheet steel mill Mason County, WV. The post Nucor Announces Largest Investment In West Virginia History appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Facility Systems Service Life

Job Order Contracting

A thorough understanding of facilities system service life is critical to efficient life-cycle asset management of any real property portfolio. Request the full list here. Design and build costs represent only a fraction of the total cost of a building. Efficient management of routine and preventive maintenance, as well as repairs, renovations, and adaptations is critical to any organization.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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What Is Landscaping | Types of Landscaping Works | Landscaping Meaning | Essential Features of Landscaping Works

Civiconcepts

What Is Landscaping? Landscaping means changing a small portion of the land to improve its viability, value, and aesthetic look. The landscaping can involve the craft and art of growing … What Is Landscaping | Types of Landscaping Works | Landscaping Meaning | Essential Features of Landscaping Works Read More ».

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Contractors' 2022 Outlook Turns Positive Despite Challenges, AGC Survey Shows

ENR Construction

Associated General Contractors latest outlook is more positive for this year across most building segments.

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U.S. Steel Picks Arkansas For New $3B Steel Mill

Business Facilities

Upon completion in 2024, U.S. Steel's Osceola, AR facility will be the most technologically advanced steelmaking facility in North America. The post U.S. Steel Picks Arkansas For New $3B Steel Mill appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Factors to Know About Crane and Rigging Insurance

Construction Marketing

Construction sites are full of activity due to moving parts and heavy machinery. Unfortunately, a small mistake can lead to serious and costly accidents, especially considering the price of cranes and other heavy machines from the heavy machinery marketplace. For those installing properties using rigging equipment, the complexities of these job sites are even worse.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Parking Space Dimensions | Parking Space Size | Average Parking Space Size | Parking Spot Dimensions

Civiconcepts

The parking space is a place, location, and spot where vehicles can be parked for a temporary period of time on regular basics and it can be paved or unpaved … Parking Space Dimensions | Parking Space Size | Average Parking Space Size | Parking Spot Dimensions Read More »

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SC Governor Seeks Big Highway Funding Boost From ARPA Windfall

ENR Construction

The state's receipt of $2.4 billion in America Rescue Plan Act funds would help boost state DOT construction activity.

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Georgia Lands North America’s Largest Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Plant

Business Facilities

Battery Resourcers will invest $43 million and create 150 jobs in Covington, GA at its first commercial-scale battery recycling plant. The post Georgia Lands North America’s Largest Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Plant appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Find New/Existing Space That Works for Small or Mid-Size Business in 2022

Wolgast Corporation

Things have changed for many businesses over the last two years including where staff completes their work, the need for incentives to maintain or attract employees, distancing measures for staff, and how their products are delivered. These changes may have made your current building too big, too small, or no longer functional for your business. Maintaining and Attracting Staff through Your Building.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Should Disposable Gloves Be Loose or Close Fitting?

Work Gearz

People usually talk about the types or the quality of gloves that one should wear to work. However, one very important aspect that gets overshadowed is what’s the correct size for disposable gloves. The idea should be to wear a snug-fitting glove that’s neither too tight nor loose. Determining the right size will also depend upon the work you do and the type of glove you’re wearing.

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New ASU Building Puts Science Front and Center

ENR Construction

Highly sustainable facility was designed to showcase collaborative research while honoring the complex history of the site.

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LiveView Technologies To Invest Over $328M In Utah Expansion

Business Facilities

The cloud-based software company will bring up to 3,400 new high-paying jobs to its Orem, UT headquarters in 10 years. The post LiveView Technologies To Invest Over $328M In Utah Expansion appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Facility Systems Service Life

Job Order Contracting

A thorough understanding of facilities system service life is critical to efficient life-cycle asset management of any real property portfolio. Request the full list here. Design and build costs represent only a fraction of the total cost of a building. Efficient management of routine and preventive maintenance, as well as repairs, renovations, and adaptations is critical to any organization.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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A Study on HVAC and Electrical Installation Productivity

AEC Business

A recently published Aalto University research report (in Finnish) looks at waste in HVAC and electrical installations. The project measured the amount of non-value-adding time, i.e., waste, investigated its root causes, and developed ways to improve productivity. The researchers studied four Finnish construction sites. They collected data with hardhat video cameras, indoor positioning technology, interviews, […] The post A Study on HVAC and Electrical Installation Productivity appeared fi

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ENR Southeast's 2022 Top Young Professionals

ENR Construction

In 2021, the Southeast construction industry needed the best efforts of these talented up-and-coming leaders to not only overcome the ongoing challenges of the pandemic, but also to address massive challenges such as water quality and the coming impacts of climate change.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Isabel Harlan, Sr. Engineer and Project Manager at Hatch LTK

Autodesk Construction Cloud

“Always ask questions, even if you’re an expert, and listen so that you can learn.” No matter where you are, the infrastructure around you likely has an impact on your daily life. For those working in infrastructure, there are always projects to address, like designing signals and traction power or performing maintenance. . Isabel Harlan , Senior Engineer and Project Manager at Hatch LTK , has learned to expect unexpected challenges in engineering.

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How Many Times to Resole Steel Toe Boots?

Work Gearz

What if I ask you how many times do you replace the tires of your car and bicycles? Once every year at least, right? There comes a point where it becomes inevitable to change the tires of your vehicles simply because either the tread on the tires loses the traction thereby increasing the changes of skidding of the vehicles or because the tires have undergone punctures or have worn out completely.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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.

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Some More Fun Tree Houses

Natural Building

Located in Atlanta, the first two tree houses are made from reclaimed materials. The hideaway rustic cabins are connected by a rope bridge. The houses were designed as a secluded spot to escape the hustle and bustle. The first cabin serves as a living room with a cosy seating area, while the other cabin houses the bedroom, complete with a bed that can be wheeled outside for a night under the stars.

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2021 US Climate-Related Disasters Second Only to 2020 in Cost

ENR Construction

NOAA data show costs associated with damages from climate-related extreme weather events in 2021 continued to climb. .

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False Ceiling: Types of False Ceilings | Pros and Cons of a False Ceiling

Learn Civil Engineering

What is a False Ceiling? A false ceiling is a type of mock roofing that is used to enhance the architectural structure’s aesthetic appeal. A false ceiling, which is simply a secondary ceiling, is attached to the original ceiling using metal or wooden frames. It is also known as a fifth wall. This feature was popular in […].