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BOOK OF GIANTS
The John W. Danforth Co. began 2016 with the largest backlog in the company's 132-year history With a pipeline of $7 billion worth of projects currently scheduled to break ground there is no question that Boston is riding the wave of a construction boom Contractors who aren't struggling to win bids can focus on workforce development and MONTHLY CONSTRUCTION INPUT PRICES RISE 1.3% IN APRIL, SAYS WASHINGTON, DC — Construction input prices increased 1.3% in April compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices increased 1.6% for the month. Construction input prices are 19.7% higher than a year ago, and nonresidential 6 LEGAL ISSUES FOR COVID AND CONSTRUCTION 6 Legal Issues for COVID and Construction. The situation and governmental response continue to evolve, requiring contractors to stay informed. May 21, 2020. By Stuart Eisler and Donnelly Gillen. Country-wide, construction projects of every kind are being impacted by COVID-19. The situation and governmental response continue toevolve, requiring
PLUMBING PROBLEMS FOR CONCRETE SLAB FOUNDATION HOMES Solving concrete slab problems. 1 - Isolate the leaky area. The first step in repairing the issue is to find the source of the leak. Workers will need a specialized listening device to pinpoint the exact location before cutting into the concrete. After turning WHOSE RIGHT IS IT TO FIX MISTAKES? Many contractors are under the assumption that if a customer finds fault with their work, the contractor has at very least the right to be told about it and come back and fix it, before the customer can bring in someone else at the contractors expense. Au contraire, mes amis. The law is, unfortunately, all over the place on this issue, but in almost all cases, a written agreement on the point will SOFTWARE FOR MOBILE COMPUTER DEVICES Apr 06, 2015. Here are three software solutions that, taking advantage of mobile computing devices, expedite business operations and specific tasks in the field. Flint Mobile, www.flint.com, which is downloadable free at the App Store or Google Play, is a swipe-free mobile payments app compatible with iPhone and Android devices. IS THERE ANY WAY TO GET OUT OF A BID MISTAKE? IT IS INDEED the rare contractor who has never transposed a number or made another dumb mistake in the course of preparing a bid. The rush of bid day almost guarantees it. For public projects, this can mean forfeiture of a bid bond. For private projects, it may result in actual damages if the contractor to whom a price was given relied to his detriment on the bid, if the owner has to go to the ORPHANED WATER HEATERS AND FLUE LINERS A 3-in. water heater flue is just a bit more than 7-sq.in., so the chimney must not be greater than 49-sq.in.; a 4-in. diameter flue is 12.588-sq.in. and its corresponding chimney flue limit is just over 88-sq.in. Those old 8 x 12 or 10 x 10 chimneys will lead to sustained flue gas condensation, damage the chimney and— eventually — result AIR-SOURCE HEAT PUMPS IN COLD WEATHER Air-source heat pumps from leading manufacturers are typically rated for outdoor temperatures as low as -4°F. However, when the units are enhanced with cold weather measures, their operating range can extend below -10°F or even -20°F. The following are some common design features used by heat pump manufacturers to mitigate the impact of the HOME | CONTRACTORCOVID-19BUSINESS MANAGEMENTCODEHYDRONICSTECHNOLOGYTOOLS Oatey Co. Relocates and Expands Distribution Center. May 28, 2021. Around the Web. 7th Biennial EWTS Convenes Virtually. May 28, 2021. Industry Event News. Featured. OurBOOK OF GIANTS
The John W. Danforth Co. began 2016 with the largest backlog in the company's 132-year history With a pipeline of $7 billion worth of projects currently scheduled to break ground there is no question that Boston is riding the wave of a construction boom Contractors who aren't struggling to win bids can focus on workforce development and MONTHLY CONSTRUCTION INPUT PRICES RISE 1.3% IN APRIL, SAYS WASHINGTON, DC — Construction input prices increased 1.3% in April compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices increased 1.6% for the month. Construction input prices are 19.7% higher than a year ago, and nonresidential 6 LEGAL ISSUES FOR COVID AND CONSTRUCTION 6 Legal Issues for COVID and Construction. The situation and governmental response continue to evolve, requiring contractors to stay informed. May 21, 2020. By Stuart Eisler and Donnelly Gillen. Country-wide, construction projects of every kind are being impacted by COVID-19. The situation and governmental response continue toevolve, requiring
PLUMBING PROBLEMS FOR CONCRETE SLAB FOUNDATION HOMES Solving concrete slab problems. 1 - Isolate the leaky area. The first step in repairing the issue is to find the source of the leak. Workers will need a specialized listening device to pinpoint the exact location before cutting into the concrete. After turning WHOSE RIGHT IS IT TO FIX MISTAKES? Many contractors are under the assumption that if a customer finds fault with their work, the contractor has at very least the right to be told about it and come back and fix it, before the customer can bring in someone else at the contractors expense. Au contraire, mes amis. The law is, unfortunately, all over the place on this issue, but in almost all cases, a written agreement on the point will SOFTWARE FOR MOBILE COMPUTER DEVICES Apr 06, 2015. Here are three software solutions that, taking advantage of mobile computing devices, expedite business operations and specific tasks in the field. Flint Mobile, www.flint.com, which is downloadable free at the App Store or Google Play, is a swipe-free mobile payments app compatible with iPhone and Android devices. IS THERE ANY WAY TO GET OUT OF A BID MISTAKE? IT IS INDEED the rare contractor who has never transposed a number or made another dumb mistake in the course of preparing a bid. The rush of bid day almost guarantees it. For public projects, this can mean forfeiture of a bid bond. For private projects, it may result in actual damages if the contractor to whom a price was given relied to his detriment on the bid, if the owner has to go to the ORPHANED WATER HEATERS AND FLUE LINERS A 3-in. water heater flue is just a bit more than 7-sq.in., so the chimney must not be greater than 49-sq.in.; a 4-in. diameter flue is 12.588-sq.in. and its corresponding chimney flue limit is just over 88-sq.in. Those old 8 x 12 or 10 x 10 chimneys will lead to sustained flue gas condensation, damage the chimney and— eventually — result AIR-SOURCE HEAT PUMPS IN COLD WEATHER Air-source heat pumps from leading manufacturers are typically rated for outdoor temperatures as low as -4°F. However, when the units are enhanced with cold weather measures, their operating range can extend below -10°F or even -20°F. The following are some common design features used by heat pump manufacturers to mitigate the impact of theHOME | CONTRACTOR
Oatey Co. Relocates and Expands Distribution Center. May 28, 2021. Around the Web. 7th Biennial EWTS Convenes Virtually. May 28, 2021. Industry Event News. Featured. OurBOOK OF GIANTS 2021
Book of Giants 2021. As the nation emerges from the pandemic our Giants have embraced new technology and invested in their people while continuing to deliver essential services for their clients. John Mesenbrink. May 03, 2021. This time last year the nation's shut-down was in full effect. Airlines were grounded, restaurants and stadiumswere
CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT DECREASES IN MAY WASHINGTON, DC — The construction industry lost 20,000 jobs on net in May, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Overall, the industry has recovered 888,000 (79.8%) of the jobs lost during earlier stages of the pandemic. Nonresidential construction employment declined by 21,800 positions on net, with the CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY ROUND TABLE ANNOUNCES BOARD 15 hours ago · WASHINGTON, DC -- The Construction Industry Round Table (CIRT), a national business trade association comprised exclusively of approximately 120 chief executives from the leading design and construction companies doing business in the United States and globally, has elected Greg Cosko, President & CEO of Hathaway Dinwiddie Construction Company, 2021-2022 Chair of the organization. IOWA UPDATES PLUMBING CODE TO 2021 UPC ONTARIO, CA — The Iowa Administrative Rules Committee has published ARC 5626C, officially updating Iowa’s plumbing code to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) effective June 23. In June 2020, the Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board Code Review Sub Committee solicited code change proposals from all interested parties for the adoption of the 2021 UPC. FLORIDA PASSES NEW BILL ALLOWING VIRTUAL INSPECTIONS DAVIE, FL – Over the past year, the world has seen a shift towards remote work, which has ushered in the use of modern technology to accomplish tasks without needing to be physically present. As construction and governmental departments have been deemed an “essential service,” Inspected, a virtual inspection software company, has seen an uptick in permitting and virtual inspections. RECORD RETENTION 101 FOR CONTRACTORS Record Retention 101 for Contractors. Record-keeping is one of the most often overlooked, but critical functions of the business. There is no question that construction is a uniquely document-intensive industry. On every project, countless, lengthy, records are generated: contracts, specifications, daily reports, meeting minutes, schedules ORPHANED WATER HEATERS AND FLUE LINERS A 3-in. water heater flue is just a bit more than 7-sq.in., so the chimney must not be greater than 49-sq.in.; a 4-in. diameter flue is 12.588-sq.in. and its corresponding chimney flue limit is just over 88-sq.in. Those old 8 x 12 or 10 x 10 chimneys will lead to sustained flue gas condensation, damage the chimney and— eventually — result WEEKLY PRODUCT GALLERY: GENERAL PIPE CLEANERS, KNIPEX 18 hours ago · Media Galleries; Weekly Product Gallery: General Pipe, Knipex, Malco, Victaulic, Bosch Tools, Harris Products. This week's gallery focuses on a drain cleaner operating as a hand or power tool; an insulated screwdriver series; a locking-handle tool line; a rigid coupling for potable water piping systems; a set of 18V impact wrenches; and lead-free solder. HOW CONNECTED CONSTRUCTION DRIVES COLLABORATION AND Autodesk Construction Cloud harnesses the power of data at every stage of construction, allowing specialty contractors to maximize efficiency, improve safety, and increase profits. Learn how construction can be positioned to significantly reduce costs, improve speed, and produce better outcomes withBOOK OF GIANTS
The John W. Danforth Co. began 2016 with the largest backlog in the company's 132-year history With a pipeline of $7 billion worth of projects currently scheduled to break ground there is no question that Boston is riding the wave of a construction boom Contractors who aren't struggling to win bids can focus on workforce development and integrating technologies SOFTWARE FOR MOBILE COMPUTER DEVICES Apr 06, 2015. Here are three software solutions that, taking advantage of mobile computing devices, expedite business operations and specific tasks in the field. Flint Mobile, www.flint.com, which is downloadable free at the App Store or Google Play, is a swipe-free mobile payments app compatible with iPhone and Android devices. WHOSE RIGHT IS IT TO FIX MISTAKES? Many contractors are under the assumption that if a customer finds fault with their work, the contractor has at very least the right to be told about it and come back and fix it, before the customer can bring in someone else at the contractors expense. Au contraire, mes amis. The law is, unfortunately, all over the place on this issue, but in almost all cases, a written agreement on the point will CBRE RELEASES SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION COSTS REPORT The trend is expected to remain for the foreseeable future, according to CBRE’s 2019 Southeast Construction Cost Report, which includes a breakdown of the cost increases and an analysis of market impacts across 14 different cities and four sectors in the Southeast. Several factors are contributing to the rising costs, including the cost of BE A ROLE MODEL FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES Be a role model for your employees. you’re the role model for your employees. On one hand it means that you’re always under the magnifying glass, but the flip side is that being the role model is a powerful management tool. You can use it to tremendous advantage without investing a dime. Leaders are made, not born. WHO SHOULD PAY FOR MATERIAL PRICE INCREASES? MATERIAL PRICE increases are not new. Normally, sellers are expected to absorb and/or manage the risk of fluctuations in pricing when conducting their day-to-day business. When a material price increase comes as a result of, or in conjunction with, a natural disaster (such as, oh, let's say a hurricane), however, some new issues come intoplay.
AIR-SOURCE HEAT PUMPS IN COLD WEATHER Air-source heat pumps from leading manufacturers are typically rated for outdoor temperatures as low as -4°F. However, when the units are enhanced with cold weather measures, their operating range can extend below -10°F or even -20°F. The following are some common design features used by heat pump manufacturers to mitigate the impact of the DONT VALUE-ENGINEER INSULATION INTO OBLIVION Dont value-engineer insulation into oblivion. Quite often we go through a value-engineering process to save money on a project. Nowadays value engineering seems to take place even if the project comes in under budget and can be constructed within the constraints inthe specifications.
SIZING MINI SPLIT SYSTEMS The low end of the performance range of an 18,000 Btuh inverter evaporator is 7,000 Btuh — more than the total heat gain of the room. Where I see installers make a less obvious mistake in sizing inverter mini splits is with this scenario. Again, the room with the 5,000 Btuh heat gain, but now we have an installer who decides toinstall a
ANTICIPATION AND CYCLE RATE To get three cycles per hour with an anticipator, multiply the amp draw of the load (zone valve or zone pump) by a factor of 1.2. So if your load is a 0.3 amp zone valve, to get three cycles per hour instead of six, simply multiply the 0.3 amp load by the factor of HOME | CONTRACTORCOVID-19BUSINESS MANAGEMENTCODEHYDRONICSTECHNOLOGYTOOLS Oatey Co. Relocates and Expands Distribution Center. May 28, 2021. Around the Web. 7th Biennial EWTS Convenes Virtually. May 28, 2021. Industry Event News. Featured. OurBOOK OF GIANTS
The John W. Danforth Co. began 2016 with the largest backlog in the company's 132-year history With a pipeline of $7 billion worth of projects currently scheduled to break ground there is no question that Boston is riding the wave of a construction boom Contractors who aren't struggling to win bids can focus on workforce development and integrating technologies WHO SHOULD PAY FOR MATERIAL PRICE INCREASES? MATERIAL PRICE increases are not new. Normally, sellers are expected to absorb and/or manage the risk of fluctuations in pricing when conducting their day-to-day business. When a material price increase comes as a result of, or in conjunction with, a natural disaster (such as, oh, let's say a hurricane), however, some new issues come into play. I am specifically talking about a situation WHOSE RIGHT IS IT TO FIX MISTAKES? Many contractors are under the assumption that if a customer finds fault with their work, the contractor has at very least the right to be told about it and come back and fix it, before the customer can bring in someone else at the contractors expense. Au contraire, mes amis. The law is, unfortunately, all over the place on this issue, but in almost all cases, a written agreement on the point will 6 LEGAL ISSUES FOR COVID AND CONSTRUCTION 6 Legal Issues for COVID and Construction. The situation and governmental response continue to evolve, requiring contractors to stay informed. May 21, 2020. By Stuart Eisler and Donnelly Gillen. Country-wide, construction projects of every kind are being impacted by COVID-19. The situation and governmental response continue toevolve, requiring
CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT DECREASES IN MAY 1 day ago · WASHINGTON, DC — The construction industry lost 20,000 jobs on net in May, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Overall, the industry has recovered 888,000 (79.8%) of the jobs lost during earlier stages of the pandemic. Nonresidential construction employment declined by 21,800 positions on net, with the IOWA UPDATES PLUMBING CODE TO 2021 UPC ONTARIO, CA — The Iowa Administrative Rules Committee has published ARC 5626C, officially updating Iowa’s plumbing code to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) effective June 23. In June 2020, the Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board Code Review Sub Committee solicited code change proposals from all interested parties for the adoption of the 2021 UPC. BRADLEY ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS WITHIN EXECUTIVE TEAM 13 hours ago · MENOMONEE FALLS, WI — Bradley Corp. has announced several promotions within its executive team, including Jon Dommisse, Nate Kogler and Mark Umhoefer. These promotions have been made as the Menomonee Falls-based manufacturer of plumbing fixtures, restroom accessories and emergency equipment marks FLORIDA PASSES NEW BILL ALLOWING VIRTUAL INSPECTIONS 1 day ago · DAVIE, FL – Over the past year, the world has seen a shift towards remote work, which has ushered in the use of modern technology to accomplish tasks without needing to be physically present. As construction and governmental departments have been deemed an “essential service,” Inspected, a virtual inspection software company, has seen an uptick in permitting and virtual inspections. CALIFORNIA URBAN WATER AGENCIES APPOINTS NEW EXECUTIVE 1 day ago · WALNUT CREEK, CA — The California Urban Water Agencies (CUWA) today announces Brown and Caldwell’s Wendy Broley will assume the role of executive director effective July 1, replacing Cindy Paulson after 10 years in the role. CUWA is a non-profit corporation of 11 major urban water agencies HOW CONNECTED CONSTRUCTION DRIVES COLLABORATION AND Autodesk Construction Cloud harnesses the power of data at every stage of construction, allowing specialty contractors to maximize efficiency, improve safety, and increase profits. Learn how construction can be positioned to significantly reduce costs, improve speed, and produce better outcomes with BE A ROLE MODEL FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES Be a role model for your employees. you’re the role model for your employees. On one hand it means that you’re always under the magnifying glass, but the flip side is that being the role model is a powerful management tool. You can use it to tremendous advantage without investing a dime. Leaders are made, not born. EXPANSION TANKS 101: PRESSURE AND AIR VENTS If youre considering converting an old, non-captive-type expansion tank to a captive-air expansion tank, an easy rule of thumb is to replace the existing tank with the model that is equal to the existing tanks volume. For example, if a 15-gal. tank is hanging from the ceiling, replace it with a No. 15 bladder-type tank. At the time that you do this, you must install an auto vent to get rid of the DOES POOL NEED OWN GAS LINE? VIA E-MAIL I saw Dave Yates' column about swimming pools at contractormag.com and have a question about gas lines for pool heaters ("Spring means it's pool heater mania time," May, pg. 52). We plan to install a 333,000 Btuh heater and feed it natural gas. Do we need a dedicated gas line from the meter, or can we just splice into the existing gas lines in the house?BOOK OF GIANTS
The John W. Danforth Co. began 2016 with the largest backlog in the company's 132-year history With a pipeline of $7 billion worth of projects currently scheduled to break ground there is no question that Boston is riding the wave of a construction boom Contractors who aren't struggling to win bids can focus on workforce development and integrating technologies SOFTWARE FOR MOBILE COMPUTER DEVICES Apr 06, 2015. Here are three software solutions that, taking advantage of mobile computing devices, expedite business operations and specific tasks in the field. Flint Mobile, www.flint.com, which is downloadable free at the App Store or Google Play, is a swipe-free mobile payments app compatible with iPhone and Android devices. WHOSE RIGHT IS IT TO FIX MISTAKES? Many contractors are under the assumption that if a customer finds fault with their work, the contractor has at very least the right to be told about it and come back and fix it, before the customer can bring in someone else at the contractors expense. Au contraire, mes amis. The law is, unfortunately, all over the place on this issue, but in almost all cases, a written agreement on the point will CBRE RELEASES SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION COSTS REPORT The trend is expected to remain for the foreseeable future, according to CBRE’s 2019 Southeast Construction Cost Report, which includes a breakdown of the cost increases and an analysis of market impacts across 14 different cities and four sectors in the Southeast. Several factors are contributing to the rising costs, including the cost of BE A ROLE MODEL FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES Be a role model for your employees. you’re the role model for your employees. On one hand it means that you’re always under the magnifying glass, but the flip side is that being the role model is a powerful management tool. You can use it to tremendous advantage without investing a dime. Leaders are made, not born. WHO SHOULD PAY FOR MATERIAL PRICE INCREASES? MATERIAL PRICE increases are not new. Normally, sellers are expected to absorb and/or manage the risk of fluctuations in pricing when conducting their day-to-day business. When a material price increase comes as a result of, or in conjunction with, a natural disaster (such as, oh, let's say a hurricane), however, some new issues come intoplay.
AIR-SOURCE HEAT PUMPS IN COLD WEATHER Air-source heat pumps from leading manufacturers are typically rated for outdoor temperatures as low as -4°F. However, when the units are enhanced with cold weather measures, their operating range can extend below -10°F or even -20°F. The following are some common design features used by heat pump manufacturers to mitigate the impact of the DONT VALUE-ENGINEER INSULATION INTO OBLIVION Dont value-engineer insulation into oblivion. Quite often we go through a value-engineering process to save money on a project. Nowadays value engineering seems to take place even if the project comes in under budget and can be constructed within the constraints inthe specifications.
SIZING MINI SPLIT SYSTEMS The low end of the performance range of an 18,000 Btuh inverter evaporator is 7,000 Btuh — more than the total heat gain of the room. Where I see installers make a less obvious mistake in sizing inverter mini splits is with this scenario. Again, the room with the 5,000 Btuh heat gain, but now we have an installer who decides toinstall a
ANTICIPATION AND CYCLE RATE To get three cycles per hour with an anticipator, multiply the amp draw of the load (zone valve or zone pump) by a factor of 1.2. So if your load is a 0.3 amp zone valve, to get three cycles per hour instead of six, simply multiply the 0.3 amp load by the factor ofBOOK OF GIANTS
The John W. Danforth Co. began 2016 with the largest backlog in the company's 132-year history With a pipeline of $7 billion worth of projects currently scheduled to break ground there is no question that Boston is riding the wave of a construction boom Contractors who aren't struggling to win bids can focus on workforce development and integrating technologies SOFTWARE FOR MOBILE COMPUTER DEVICES Apr 06, 2015. Here are three software solutions that, taking advantage of mobile computing devices, expedite business operations and specific tasks in the field. Flint Mobile, www.flint.com, which is downloadable free at the App Store or Google Play, is a swipe-free mobile payments app compatible with iPhone and Android devices. WHOSE RIGHT IS IT TO FIX MISTAKES? Many contractors are under the assumption that if a customer finds fault with their work, the contractor has at very least the right to be told about it and come back and fix it, before the customer can bring in someone else at the contractors expense. Au contraire, mes amis. The law is, unfortunately, all over the place on this issue, but in almost all cases, a written agreement on the point will CBRE RELEASES SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION COSTS REPORT The trend is expected to remain for the foreseeable future, according to CBRE’s 2019 Southeast Construction Cost Report, which includes a breakdown of the cost increases and an analysis of market impacts across 14 different cities and four sectors in the Southeast. Several factors are contributing to the rising costs, including the cost of BE A ROLE MODEL FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES Be a role model for your employees. you’re the role model for your employees. On one hand it means that you’re always under the magnifying glass, but the flip side is that being the role model is a powerful management tool. You can use it to tremendous advantage without investing a dime. Leaders are made, not born. WHO SHOULD PAY FOR MATERIAL PRICE INCREASES? MATERIAL PRICE increases are not new. Normally, sellers are expected to absorb and/or manage the risk of fluctuations in pricing when conducting their day-to-day business. When a material price increase comes as a result of, or in conjunction with, a natural disaster (such as, oh, let's say a hurricane), however, some new issues come intoplay.
AIR-SOURCE HEAT PUMPS IN COLD WEATHER Air-source heat pumps from leading manufacturers are typically rated for outdoor temperatures as low as -4°F. However, when the units are enhanced with cold weather measures, their operating range can extend below -10°F or even -20°F. The following are some common design features used by heat pump manufacturers to mitigate the impact of the DONT VALUE-ENGINEER INSULATION INTO OBLIVION Dont value-engineer insulation into oblivion. Quite often we go through a value-engineering process to save money on a project. Nowadays value engineering seems to take place even if the project comes in under budget and can be constructed within the constraints inthe specifications.
SIZING MINI SPLIT SYSTEMS The low end of the performance range of an 18,000 Btuh inverter evaporator is 7,000 Btuh — more than the total heat gain of the room. Where I see installers make a less obvious mistake in sizing inverter mini splits is with this scenario. Again, the room with the 5,000 Btuh heat gain, but now we have an installer who decides toinstall a
ANTICIPATION AND CYCLE RATE To get three cycles per hour with an anticipator, multiply the amp draw of the load (zone valve or zone pump) by a factor of 1.2. So if your load is a 0.3 amp zone valve, to get three cycles per hour instead of six, simply multiply the 0.3 amp load by the factor of 6 LEGAL ISSUES FOR COVID AND CONSTRUCTION 6 Legal Issues for COVID and Construction. The situation and governmental response continue to evolve, requiring contractors to stay informed. May 21, 2020. By Stuart Eisler and Donnelly Gillen. Country-wide, construction projects of every kind are being impacted by COVID-19. The situation and governmental response continue toevolve, requiring
CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT DECREASES IN MAY 1 day ago · WASHINGTON, DC — The construction industry lost 20,000 jobs on net in May, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Overall, the industry has recovered 888,000 (79.8%) of the jobs lost during earlier stages of the pandemic. Nonresidential construction employment declined by 21,800 positions on net, with the IOWA UPDATES PLUMBING CODE TO 2021 UPC ONTARIO, CA — The Iowa Administrative Rules Committee has published ARC 5626C, officially updating Iowa’s plumbing code to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) effective June 23. In June 2020, the Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board Code Review Sub Committee solicited code change proposals from all interested parties for the adoption of the 2021 UPC. BRADLEY ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS WITHIN EXECUTIVE TEAM 6 hours ago · MENOMONEE FALLS, WI — Bradley Corp. has announced several promotions within its executive team, including Jon Dommisse, Nate Kogler and Mark Umhoefer. These promotions have been made as the Menomonee Falls-based manufacturer of plumbing fixtures, restroom accessories and emergency equipment marks FLORIDA PASSES NEW BILL ALLOWING VIRTUAL INSPECTIONS 1 day ago · DAVIE, FL – Over the past year, the world has seen a shift towards remote work, which has ushered in the use of modern technology to accomplish tasks without needing to be physically present. As construction and governmental departments have been deemed an “essential service,” Inspected, a virtual inspection software company, has seen an uptick in permitting and virtual inspections. CALIFORNIA URBAN WATER AGENCIES APPOINTS NEW EXECUTIVE 1 day ago · WALNUT CREEK, CA — The California Urban Water Agencies (CUWA) today announces Brown and Caldwell’s Wendy Broley will assume the role of executive director effective July 1, replacing Cindy Paulson after 10 years in the role. CUWA is a non-profit corporation of 11 major urban water agencies HOW CONNECTED CONSTRUCTION DRIVES COLLABORATION AND Autodesk Construction Cloud harnesses the power of data at every stage of construction, allowing specialty contractors to maximize efficiency, improve safety, and increase profits. Learn how construction can be positioned to significantly reduce costs, improve speed, and produce better outcomes with BE A ROLE MODEL FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES Be a role model for your employees. you’re the role model for your employees. On one hand it means that you’re always under the magnifying glass, but the flip side is that being the role model is a powerful management tool. You can use it to tremendous advantage without investing a dime. Leaders are made, not born. EXPANSION TANKS 101: PRESSURE AND AIR VENTS If youre considering converting an old, non-captive-type expansion tank to a captive-air expansion tank, an easy rule of thumb is to replace the existing tank with the model that is equal to the existing tanks volume. For example, if a 15-gal. tank is hanging from the ceiling, replace it with a No. 15 bladder-type tank. At the time that you do this, you must install an auto vent to get rid of the DOES POOL NEED OWN GAS LINE? VIA E-MAIL I saw Dave Yates' column about swimming pools at contractormag.com and have a question about gas lines for pool heaters ("Spring means it's pool heater mania time," May, pg. 52). We plan to install a 333,000 Btuh heater and feed it natural gas. Do we need a dedicated gas line from the meter, or can we just splice into the existing gas lines in the house?* Log In
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WEEKLY PRODUCT GALLERY: BELL & GOSSETT, FLUSHMATE, PHYN, SPEAKMAN, BLANCO, SNAP-ON INDUSTRIALJun 02, 2021
This week's gallery focuses on an air and sediment separator; a pressure-assist system replacement kit; a compact smart water sensor; showerhead spray technology; a stainless-steel farmhouse sink with 9-in. bowl depth; and clear-view tool cabinets.Facebook icon
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