SMACNA Greater Chicago Members Learn Importance of Construction Data

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Construction and building data exists for almost every project that has ever been built, but harnessing the power of that data through digital avenues is becoming more commonplace in the industry. “It’s exciting to watch technology continually evolve in the construction industry, and see how our members respond to the newest advances,” said Tony Adolfs, executive vice president of SMACNA Greater Chicago. “As an association, we’re committed to providing our members with the resources they need to be leaders in our industry.” In their continuing efforts to help members stay aware of emerging technologies, SMACNA provides regular educational programs for … Read more

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New Findings on Contractor Use of Safety Best Practices Released

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A new report from CPWR and Dodge Data & Analytics, “Contractor Use of Best Safety Practices,” summarizes the results of two recent surveys that explored topics such as how frequently contractors engage in selected safety practices, differences between large-, small- and medium-sized contractors and use of Lean construction. In the case of Lean construction, the report found that familiarity with the concept has grown considerably. In 2013, when contractors were first surveyed about this concept, only 52% said they were familiar with Lean construction compared to 71% today. As shown in the accompanying chart, this report also found that contractors … Read more

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ABC Presents Awards at 29th Annual Excellence in Construction Awards Celebration

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TDIndustries recently earned two Associated Builders and Contractors’ awards at the 29th Annual Excellence in Construction Awards celebration. The contractor earned an Eagle Excellence in Construction Award for its work on the Texas Health Resources Recovery and Wellness Center in Mansfield, Texas. The award is the greatest possible honor for a specialty construction project, with this entry coming in the under-$10 million category. The recovery and wellness center, a voluntary-admission addiction recovery facility, was created to evoke calmness, luxury and wellness. It includes guest wings, treatment and meeting rooms, a café, full kitchen, a two-story lobby, yoga studio and movie … Read more

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Turner Celebrates 50th Anniversary of the Turner School of Construction Management

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Turner Construction Company is marking the firm’s 50th anniversary of the Turner School of Construction Management  program. The program is Turner’s longest-running community-based program. Established in 1969 in an effort to improve the economic viability of under-represented business enterprises and increase the number and quality of opportunities available to growing businesses, it quickly became a successful path for Turner to develop strategic business relationships in the communities where the company builds. The program provides business owners with courses on topics such as safety, risk management, estimating, financial literacy and project management. Since the program’s establishment, there have been more than … Read more

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The Importance of Proper Fall Protection Training for Workers at Height

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By Baxter Byrd, Pure Safety Group As the march of technology pushes fall protection products into the future, the most useful tool for the worker-at-height remains the one between their ears. Keeping that tool keen and sharp with a properly managed training program is the most effective way to ensure that what goes up, comes down safely. 2017 was an important year regarding worker-at-height training. OSHA released its long-awaited update to the 1910 Walking-Working Surfaces and Personal Protective Equipment (Fall Protection Systems), which became effective on Jan. 17, 2017. If there was any doubt before this release as to the … Read more

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