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How to Start a Safety Program

Leadership commitment, customization, written program mean success.

Whatever Happened to Engineering Judgment?

American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)

When a test result falls outside of the specified limits or other specification requirements aren’t met, engineers typically have three options for dealing with such noncompliance issues.

The Warming Trend of Insulating Basements – Truths and Myths

Concrete Foundations Association (CFA)

The Concrete Foundations Association explains the most important information for understanding the requirements for insulating concrete foundations and the options that may be pursued.

Two-inch (R-10) extruded polystyrene rigid insulation board with structural wall connectors prepared for an insulated sandwich wall configuration.

Curing Part I – Why cure?

KB Engineering LLC

Curing is the action taken by the contractor to maintain the moisture and temperature conditions in freshly placed concrete. Curing promotes the chemical hydration of the cementitious materials so the potential properties of the mixture may develop.

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How to Attract Employees to Your Construction Company

Construction Business Coaching

To attract great people, every construction company, large and small, must commit to creating great places to work

To find and retain great people, companies must have a proactive and aggressive employee development program.

Cold Weather Dress Tips for Outdoor Construction Workers

If you truly expect to protect your people, you need to be taking a much wider perspective than simply buying heavier winter coats.

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Understanding ACI 117 Tolerance Language

American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)

“I have a beam and a column, what ACI 117 tolerances apply where?” To make it easier to discuss, we developed a graphical approach using an elevation and plan view of a beam and column similar to what callers see on the construction drawings.

In this view, beams, girders and slabs (floors) are the horizontal structural members, while columns and walls are the vertical members.

Rethinking Concrete Repair

A new concrete repair code is changing the way concrete contractors and specifiers approach their work.

The Guide to the Code Requirements for Evaluation, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Concrete Buildings provides user-friendly flowcharts that illustrate key decisions that must be made, such as determining material properties during structural evaluation.

The Case for Quality and Service Over Low Bid on Construction Projects

Construction Business Coaching

89% of construction owners and developers surveyed said they would pay more for quality and service

Ninety-five percent of the owners surveyed stated quality and service matters when selecting contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. Eighty-nine percent stated construction owners and developers will pay more for quality and service.

Conditions are Ripe for Construction Equipment Purchases

GB Financial Services, LLC

If you’re considering adding to your construction fleet, now is the time to make your move.

Essential Tips to Create an Effective Truck Driver Safety Program

Construction firms need to ensure drivers take defensive measures to keep it safe on the road.

Extremely heavy or oversize loads can increase safety risks. Take it slow and take extra precautions, as needed, such as using a pilot car.

4 Steps to Avoid the Risks and Reap the Rewards of Sustainable Construction

While there can be greater risks attributed to sustainable construction projects, there's also huge opportunities for contractors who hold experience with this growing market trend. Opportunities that equaled $145 billion in 2015 alone.

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