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Frank Bodami of Total Wrecking and Environmental breaks down his passion for the demolition industry

Iain — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:58:03 +0000

With a wealth of experience and expertise in the demolition industry, there is no better-informed individual with which to discuss the market than Frank Bodami, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Total Wrecking and Environmental (Total Wrecking). Having co-founded Total Wrecking in 2013, Frank is also a long-standing member of The National Demolition Association. He has served as Chair of the Risk...

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The ever-increasing role of the ‘I’ in BIM for construction projects. By Nick Scalone

Iain — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:53:37 +0000

The ‘I’ in BIM has always had the potential to be important in construction projects. It’s not a new concept and has been thrown around the industry since the 1970s. It wasn’t commonly known until the US Army Corps of Engineers first introduced the term BIM in a 1992 report on the use of digital technology in the construction industry. This simple concept has grown exponentially more valuable than...

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Two ways the construction industry can adapt to preserve its future, according to John Meibers

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:55:40 +0000

Inflation is on everyone’s mind, and for the construction industry, its impact is taking shape in several ways. One is through stagflation, the state in which sales remain constant, while costs continue to rise. To share more on this topic, we speak with John Meibers, Vice President & General Manager of Deltek ComputerEase. “I have been in the construction industry for nearly 35 years...

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Why managing workflow and optimizing digital operations are crucial. By Stephane Bensoussan

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:41:22 +0000

In the construction industry, multiple resources must be managed to ensure a smoothly running system. Construction organizations tend to be fragmented, comprising various projects and stakeholders – each facing unique challenges. The pace of change is immense due to internal factors, including labor shortages and material costs, and external factors, such as Brexit, supply chain issues and...

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Professional soundproof windows vs. DIY window soundproofing? By Randall R. Brown

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:17:20 +0000

General contractors that work on remodeling projects for multi-unit buildings, offices, residential and other real estate have a profitable opportunity to professionally resolve noise intrusion problems because DIY projects are proving to be insufficient. Some may be tempted to try various DIY tactics to reduce external noise like blocking the window with furniture, caulking gaps between the wall...

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As the real estate industry faces increased threats and competition, companies struggle with qualified talent. By Nancy Cox

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:05:04 +0000

As real estate companies continue to struggle with industry concerns like procuring funding, cybersecurity threats, tenant management, and occupancy – finding, retaining, and properly training top talent has become a major priority. In fact, the 2022 State of the Real Estate Industry Study conducted by The Bonadio Group found that participants across the industry specifically noted staffing issues...

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How digital transformation boosts jobsite productivity

Iain — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:45:42 +0000

There is a lot of talk about digital transformation in construction, especially with research by the McKinsey Global Institute finding it can result in productivity gains of 14 to 15 percent and cost reductions of four to six percent. Yet many construction business owners mistakenly believe digital transformation is a lengthy and costly process for only the biggest firms. And that it’s a one-time...

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Alex Caesari sits down with Lawrence Smith to discuss the uptake of new technology within the construction space

Iain — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 13:23:29 +0000

Lawrence Smith has been in the construction industry for a long time, and it has taken him all over the world. When I sit down with him to discuss the current issues facing the sector, the first thing I am hit with is his curious accent. It sounds like a blend of English and Australian, with the occasional US twang. “I’m a Bristol boy!” Lawrence reveals, although he’s far from the Southwest of...

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IoT technology to be showcased in construction fleet management at CONEXPO

Iain — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 10:16:09 +0000

Trackunit, the global leader in telematics solutions for OEMs, rental, and contractors, will exhibit the latest range of construction equipment and tools apps to increase site, personnel, and equipment safety, productivity, and sustainability at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. The expo will run in Las Vegas between the 14th and 18th of March. Trackunit’s technology solutions aim to reduce loss and theft...

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Yanmar CE NA wins Governor’s International Trade Award

Iain — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:57:36 +0000

The Minnesota Trade Office selects Yanmar Compact Equipment North America (Yanmar CE NA), encompassing the Yanmar Compact Equipment and ASV brands, as a recipient of the 2022 Governor’s International Trade Award in the Large Company category. Governor Tim Walz presented the award to Yanmar CE NA President, Tate Johnson, on December 14, 2022, at the InterContinental MSP in Minneapolis and a local...

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