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Read more4 Lessons Construction Companies Can Take From Episodes 1 & 2 of The Last Dance
via ESPN
In an attempt to justify talking about the Chicago Bulls on a construction blog, I’m going to pull some lessons out of the first couple of episodes from the series that contractors can apply to their own business. I’d love to hear your thoughts about either the series or my thoughts below.
Read moreOxBlue is Using AI to Measure Coronavirus Impact on Construction Projects
OxBlue’s COnstruciton Activity Report, updated 4/20/20
Depending on which state you live in, the country is roughly 4 weeks into coronavirus pandemic shutdowns. Each state has reacted differently in regards to construction, some shutting down nearly all jobsites, while others have left the industry relatively untouched. To help quantify the shutdowns across the country, OxBlue, a jobsite camera technology company, is using Artificial Intelligence to find out just how affected each state has been by the pandemic.
Read moreA List of Resources to Help Contractors Navigate the Coronavirus Pandemic
Well, we’re in uncharted territory, to say the least. The coronavirus has placed major limitations on how many businesses can function, including construction. The state of Pennsylvania has shut down all construction sites, and so has the City of Boston, but most other states have deemed construction as “essential,” allowing projects to continue.
Read moreAutodesk Invests in Owner Software, Aurigo, Will Fully Integrate into Autodesk Construction Cloud
After acquisitions of PlanGrid, Assemble, and BuildingConnected in 2018, Autodesk used the next year to simplify and integrate those programs with BIM 360 and create Autodesk Construction Cloud. After taking a short break in acquisitions, the company is back at it again, but it’s a little different this time.
Read moreMilwaukee Tool Releases Guide for Cleaning Tools to Help Prevent Spread of COVID-19
Construction has been designated as essential business in most areas of the country, but that doesn’t necessarily mean construction workers don’t have any risk of contracting or spreading the disease. Chances are, you’ve probably never washed your power tools before, because, well, tools are supposed to get dirty. But, in the time of an unprecedented pandemic, now might just be the time to start, as it might allow you to do your part in slowing the spread.
Read moreReport: 7.5% of America’s Bridges are “Structurally Deficient” in 2020, Down Slightly YOY
Each year, the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) puts out their annual Bridge Report, which highlights the general state of America’s bridges. Their recently released 2019 report shows that we’re making progress on the structurally deficient bridges across the country, but the association is not satisfied with the speed of repairs.
Read moreNominate Your Favorite Construction Podcast for Best of 2020!
It’s that time again to begin Construction Junkie’s annual search for the best construction podcast! Now in our 5th year of the competition, we’re noticing a considerable increase in construction-related podcasts from every sector.
Read moreOSHA Fines 11 Companies $315,536 for Roles Played in 2019 New Orleans Hotel Collapse
photo by Infrogmation of New Orleans, CC BY 2.0
In October of 2019, a partial building collapse of an under construction Hard Rock Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana killed 3 construction workers and injured many others. After a roughly 6 month long investigation, OSHA has proposed fines against one engineer and 10 contractors, totaling $315,536.
Read more4 Construction Humanitarian Companies Helping People Through Building
It seems that construction news has been absolutely dominated Coronavirus related content for the past few weeks – and for good reason. I’m trying my best to not to make that my only focus right now, as the constant barrage of negativity is not a great thing to focus on. We need to be prepared to know how to handle the situation, but there’s also room to highlight some positive things.
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