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BIM and the Evolving Construction Industry
It wasn’t that long ago—in the grand scheme of things—that humans were building single-room structures out of stone, wood, and even mud. A few generations later, we now find ourselves surrounded by complex structures built of steel and glass—stadiums, skyscrapers, and hospitals, just to name a few. It’s called progress. It’s called innovation. As our…
The Toddler Takeover: Saving Family Time with Children’s Play Spaces
Toddlers, children around age 2-6, present a new set of joys for parents. Kids are gaining confidence and balance in their walking skills and their verbal interaction is improving by leaps and bounds. They are developing a sense of independence with the capabilities to more fully explore and learn about their new world. This age…
Watch: The Home Depot Offers Courses to Curb Construction Labor Shortage
The Home Depot is looking to end the labor shortage in the construction industry. The home improvement supply retailer is hosting 12-week apprenticeships to train people for various construction jobs. The Home Depot Foundation announced a $50 million investment in the program last month, planning to expand to military bases and schools. Representatives from Home…
Watch: The Home Depot Offers Courses to Curb Construction Labor Shortage
The Home Depot is looking to end the labor shortage in the construction industry. The home improvement supply retailer is hosting 12-week apprenticeships to train people for various construction jobs. The Home Depot Foundation announced a $50 million investment in the program last month, planning to expand to military bases and schools. Representatives from Home…
Importance of Operational Training & PM Schedules for New Operators
Why You Need a Flexible Finishing System
As a manufacturing professional, you are responsible for optimizing your equipment. The better your equipment works, the better your quality and the higher your throughput. Your equipment should also fit your needs and be customizable based on your processes, which may change over time. An important process of many manufacturing lines is finishing, including liquid…
BASELAYER Hits New York for DCD 2018
BASELAYER is excited to announce our participation in the 16th annual Data Center & Cloud Infrastructure Transformation Summit. DCD 2018 is happening in New York City on May 1 and 2, 2018, with the Edge Focus Day taking place April 30.BASELAYER will be joining 1,500 other professionals whose day job is keeping the digital world…
AZZ BRINGS A UNIQUE SOLUTION TO THE REBAR INDUSTRY
GalvaBar™ is continuous rebar galvanized with a specialized, thin zinc alloy coating to provide superior corrosion protection and exceptional formability. Readily available and stocked in standard lengths, GalvaBar provides an opportunity for rebar fabricators to provide a corrosion resistant product while tightly controlling the flow of product. No special grade of steel or additional equipment…
Architecture, Engineering and Construction Leaders to Participate in BuildingsNY 2018
BuildingsNY 2018 is just around the corner, and this year’s event is shaping up to make a pre-summer splash on May 8 and 9 at the Javits Center in Manhattan. The show features a full product life-cycle solution for safe and cost-effective building operations by integrating exhibitions, free accredited education, partnership opportunities, and networking events….
Watch: Robots Replace Humans on Construction Sites During Japanese Worker Shortage
Japanese construction sights have relied on robots to replace humans during a current labor shortage. Major Japanese construction manufacturer Shimizu Corp. showed off robot workers on Monday, including some already in use. Robots with twisting and turning arms are expected to be ready for use on sites later this year. Humans do not have to…
PRESCO GIVES BACK TO CELEBRATE 75 YEARS
It’s an exciting time at Presco, where we are celebrating our 75th anniversary. The Dallas-born company has called Sherman, Texas, its home since 1989, and the ongoing growth and innovation we have experienced is something to rejoice! We appreciate our Sherman-Denison community and recognize their role in our longevity. That’s why we want to honor…
Listen: Innovating Educational Spaces with Gerald Morgan of Mizzou
On today’s podcast, we chat with Gerald Morgan from the University of Missouri. We discuss the way the academic world alters the design theories of common spaces, the way in which collaboration generates innovation in shared spaces, how designing a LEED-certified building can affect a building’s “personality“, and the move towards material efficiency in…
SIONYX AURORA KICKSTARTER NOW OPEN: JOIN THE WORLD’S 1ST DAY/NIGHT CAMERA WITH TRUENIGHT VISION COMMUNITY
SiOnyx started its life as a forward-thinking semi-conductor company. Then, SiOnyx went on to start a night vision revolution by inventing the first-of- its-kind sensor chip. Now, they’ re making an actual camera product called Aurora, and building an exciting community at Kickstarter. The Aurora camera is the world’s first waterproof, high definition, color action-camera…
Maryland makes $8.5 Billion Bid For Amazon HQ2
Among the 20 finalists for Amazon’s second headquarters, Rockville, Md. is in the lead in at least one category: the incentives package. Titled the PRIME Act, the Maryland legislature has approved a plan that provides “a Fortune 100 company” with a set of tax incentives based on the number of jobs created. The Baltimore Sun…
GETTING IN THE HABIT OF CONSERVING WATER
After hitting the snooze for the third time, you finally decide to start the day. First things first, your morning routine. Brush your teeth, wash your face, and if you must, shave – all while leaving the faucet running for your convenience. Then, it’s time for a shower, but wait, the water is too cold!…
Watch: Tesla Suspends Production on Model 3
Tesla temporarily halted production of model 3 on Monday. The automaker announced that it was temporarily suspending production of its Model 3 sedan in order ‘to improve automation.’ The Model 3 is Tesla’s latest effort to release its first mass market car, after primarily focusing on rolling out small numbers of luxury vehicles. The company…
Watch: SpaceX to Build It’s Biggest Rocket in Los Angeles
The BFR is expected to transport humans to Mars.
GET PREPARED WITH THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT
Be it a Major, a Tour stop, or a local fundraiser, when a tournament comes to a golf club, it’s the perfect opportunity to showcase the beauty of the course. These tournaments and outings allow course superintendents and course managers to display their facility to high-profile influencers such as corporate sponsors and first time visitors…
Perspectives in Facility Management: AkitaBox’s Todd Hoffmaster
In a recent interview with Todd Hoffmaster, CEO of AkitaBox, he shared his thoughts about his company and its positioning in the facility management technology industry. Hoffmaster explained that, as one of the organization’s original founders and its CEO, it is his responsibility to support his team as they help educate the world about the…
HOW BOILER LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT CAN SAVE YOU MONEY
In decades past, maintenance professionals often assumed that the boiler equipment was sturdy enough to withstand years without checkups. In fact, it was commonplace for facility managers and maintenance workers to take the boilers off their “to-do” lists. However, today’s standards do not allow for this attitude. Although there are some exceptions, National Boiler Codes require facilities…
What You Don’t Know About What You Don’t See
That Noise in Your Attic Could Be a Really Big Problem! What’s Up? As the franchisee of three Burger Thyme restaurants, Janine has a lot on her plate. She needs to make great food while still making a profit. She wants to retain her current customers while bringing in new clientele. And of course, she…
Building Strategies With Michael Pope
TSG Software develops Accelerator CC to help commercial cleaning and facility management companies manage their entire business. Accelerator CC is an enterprise SaaS and mobile application that benefits the building service contractor industry. As TSG’s Director of Sales and Marketing, Michael Pope leads a team to develop promotional strategies to strengthen the company’s inbound marketing…
The AI Revolution With Erik Gabrielsen
Erik Gabrielsen is a Software Engineer at Dialexa where he creates custom software platforms using today’s most innovative technology. As a player on the cusp of the evolving tech revolution he has valuable insights into where the industry may go in the future. Gabrielsen’s career path was set during middle school after developing an interest…
KITCHEN TRENDS: URBAN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
The role of the kitchen has evolved, and Caesarstone pays homage to this room in which celebrations occur, relationships deepen, and families grow. Our new book. Kitchen Trends, not only examines, but also pays tribute to kitchen design by narrating four stories that explore modern lifestyle and cultural trends as exemplified by the evolution and innovation of…
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