Business Facilities
APRIL 21, 2021
The diverse cultures, flavors and talents of Miami make it a unique global address for high-tech players in a rapidly growing hub. - Read: Miami: A Thriving Business Climate Adds Flavor To FDI at BusinessFacilities.com.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 22, 2021
In part one of this two-part series, we look at prefabrication and modular construction trends and how they're growing in the UK.
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BD+C
APRIL 20, 2021
A recent survey of more than 200 subcontractors and suppliers in the Northeast found that respondents have been prefabricating 20% more than they did prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. And 71% said that they had seen an increase in requests for design-assist proposals, a strong sign that speed-to-market is a priority.
Construction Junkie Blog
APRIL 21, 2021
One of the toughest things to deal with on any project can be the relationships between owner and general contractor or the general contractor and subcontractor. In the worst case scenarios, tensions between those relationships can sometimes lead to one of those parties packing up their tools and walking off the job before it’s complete. But that action may make the situation a little hairier than you might expect, if you don’t do it the right way.
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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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.
Business Facilities
APRIL 22, 2021
The beverage production company will create up to 111 jobs at its new Midwest headquarters and manufacturing facility in Columbus, IN. - Read: Ninth Avenue Foods Investing $103M In Indiana Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.
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BD+C
APRIL 20, 2021
Strengthening to a score not seen since pre-Great Recession, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) logged its second positive mark since the beginning of the pandemic, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Civiconcepts
APRIL 18, 2021
Concrete has been used for many wonderful things throughout history, either for architecture or for infrastructure work and more. Although concrete is used as construction material nowadays. There are two … What Is Plain Cement Concrete (PCC) – Materials, Uses & Grades Read More ».
Business Facilities
APRIL 23, 2021
Nacero Inc. will build a lower carbon gasoline manufacturing facility at a site in Penwell, TX, employing 350 full time operators and maintenance personnel. - Read: Nacero To Invest Up To $7B In Texas Gas Manufacturing Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
APRIL 20, 2021
The $2.3 billion Green Line Extension is trundling towards completion, with the first station in the long-awaited project set to open this fall in Somerville.
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.
BD+C
APRIL 23, 2021
Stay-at-home orders during COVID-19 have led to at least one welcome side effect: cities around the world saw dramatic decreases in traffic. As cities work toward carbon emissions reduction goals (80% reduction by 2050 in New York, carbon neutral by 2050 in Los Angeles and Boston), they will need to effect substantial change within the transportation sector.
Civiconcepts
APRIL 19, 2021
A Pocket Door system that facilitates your doors to slide conveniently into a wall cavity, conserve space, whilst looking extremely stylish. Simple to establish a pocket door kit with a … Pocket Door – Pros & Cons, How to Install Pocket Door Read More ».
Business Facilities
APRIL 22, 2021
Amazon will build a 650,000-square-foot state-of-the-art robotics fulfillment center on 119 acres of ancillary land in Henrico County, VA. - Read: Amazon To Hire Over 1,000 At New Virginia Fulfillment Center at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
APRIL 20, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic created huge uncertainty, but this Florida-based engineering firm met the challenge and prospered.
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.
BD+C
APRIL 22, 2021
Changes in temperature or moisture can wreak havoc on building materials, and brick is no exception. Elastic deformation due to loads, creep, or changes in volume can cause movement, which can crack your project's lovely brickwork. . There are two basic ways to avoid cracks in brick work: 1) minimize the movement, or 2) accommodate movement between materials and assemblies, through a system of movement joints that allow for some give in your brickwork. .
Contractor Bookkeeping
APRIL 23, 2021
Some construction business owners find themselves in the difficult position of running a business that appears to be profitable but still having no money in the bank. It's a critical situation to address. After all, a lack of adequate cash flow is one of the leading causes of small construction business failure. Here are three reasons why profitable construction businesses have little money in the bank and what company owners can do to handle these tricky situations.
Business Facilities
APRIL 19, 2021
The disruptions caused by the pandemic fueled skyrocketing shipping costs, which should ease as market fundamentals return to something resembling normal this year. - Read: Top Logistics Hubs: Delivering The Goods at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
APRIL 22, 2021
The ENR Top 500 Design Firms spent 2020 adapting to a pandemic. How will they evolve to take on what comes next?
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BD+C
APRIL 22, 2021
At the start of the current semester, SmithGroup entered into a five-year partnership with three Historically Black Universities—Florida A&M University, Hampton University, and Howard University—through which the design firm is providing financial support for programming needs, an internship program, and academic mentorship.
Practical Law Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
You are no doubt aware that it is absolutely essential to reserve your position on jurisdiction as early as possible in adjudication proceedings. The reservation itself must also be as specific as possible, as discussed by Coulson LJ in the Court of Appeal decision in Bresco Electrical Services Ltd v Michael J Lonsdale (Electrical) Ltd (this point was not appealed to the Supreme Court).
Business Facilities
APRIL 19, 2021
Popular online healthcare information provider WebMD is relocating its headquarters from New York City to Newark. - Read: WebMD Bringing Up To 700 Employees To New Jersey at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
Feds promise millions more for study, cleanup and control of 'forever' chemicals,' joining states in ramped-up scrutiny; Wisconsin manufacturers sue state over planned regulation.
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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.
BD+C
APRIL 22, 2021
Chicago-based Omega Yeast, the largest supplier of brewer’s yeast in the U.S., has recently moved to its new 13,800-sf production facilities after the company outgrew its former space. The company purchased an existing building a block away from the original space, but during the renovation, Omega Yeast realized it was already outpacing this new space as well.
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 23, 2021
How are Industry 5.0 and AEC connected? Simple, climate neutrality, digital leadership, and the built environment are inexorably intertwined. Efficient stewardship of the built environment in concert with environmental and economic resource considerations is mandatory for real property owners, facilities management professionals, architects, engineers, builders, building users, and oversight groups.
Business Facilities
APRIL 21, 2021
Freshly will establish an assembly and distribution facility in Gloucester County, NJ — at 234,000 square feet it will be the company’s largest distribution center. - Read: Freshly Inc. To Locate Second Distribution Facility In New Jersey at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
APRIL 23, 2021
Pandemic-spurred financial woes are nightmares for Canadian developer Triple Five on the $5B retail and entertainment complex outside NYC.
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.
BD+C
APRIL 22, 2021
This week on The Weekly show, BD+C 's Robert Cassidy speaks with three multifamily design experts about the impact of COVID-19 on apartment and condo amenities, based on the 2021 Multifamily Amenities Survey. . Thanks to our episode sponsor. . .
Construction Marketing
APRIL 23, 2021
Safety is the primary concern in the mining industry because it’s one of the most hazardous work environments in the world. It’s what every mining employee on or underground is thinking of as they extract coal, metal ores, and stones. Working in the mine requires standing on your toes with some serious footwear—heavy-duty mining shoes. Choosing Heavy Duty Mining Boots .
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2021
Power tool maker Milwaukee Tool will invest $60 million in its new 500,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Grenada, MS. - Read: Milwaukee Tool To Create 1,200 Jobs In Mississippi at BusinessFacilities.com.
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