Financing designed for the supply chain in the construction industry allows contractors to keep moving forward and secure their place in line with an order before they receive a single check. 4. Improve payment transparency. If there's one thing that can bring a thriving project to a halt, it's payment problems.
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Geofencing keeps machinery from straying outside the footprint of a construction site. Excavators and dozers can work together, with dozers pushing material away or creating space for the ...
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Harnessing momentum for electrification in heavy machinery and equipment. Since the beginning of the 20th century, internal combustion engines (ICEs) have been the predominant mode of propulsion of both people and goods. Increasingly, however, battery-electric cars, buses, and trucks are rapidly reshaping the road-based transport of goods …
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Perhaps even worse is the problem of theft at construction sites. Thieves have always seen construction sites as great targets — they have raw materials, expensive tools and little supervision after hours. And …
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The top 5 reported causes of injuries on construction sites in the UK in 2020/2021 were falls from height, being trapped by something, collapsing/overturning, being struck by …
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From 2013-2017, local fire departments responded to an annual average of 3,840 fires in structures under construction and 2,580 fires in structures under major renovation. Fires in residential ...
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Well-built construction projects depend on well-run construction sites. Materials need to be delivered, plans need to be executed and issues need to be caught and fixed as early as possible. Effectively managing and monitoring a construction site improves the quality of the finished product, extends the life of equipment, and ensures …
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Construction job sites are busy and often hazardous places. They commonly involve the movement of heavy equipment that can lead to injuries involving being struck by accidents and being caught in or between accidents. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), these are two of the top four (or …
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Douglas D. Gransberg / Construction Equipment for Engineers, Estimators, and Owners 037X_C005 Final Proof page 123 5.5.2006 11:24pm. Advanced Methods in Estimating and Optimizing Construction ...
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Abstract and Figures. Construction processes and related activities have significantly aided in environmental pollution and degradation of environment, deforestation, and other environmental ...
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The construction site must be cleaned daily and remain clutter-free to prevent slips and trips. 5. Organize and store tools properly. Ensure that no tools are lying around, and leave lights and power tools unplugged. Following construction site rules will help prevent tools from getting damaged or even causing injury to workers.
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is the world's largest construction equipment manufacturer and has deep AI experience. The company won Darpa's self-driving car challenge that involved a 142-mile race through the ...
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7. Poorly Constructed Trenches. Despite being one of the most common tasks on a construction site, unprotected or poorly constructed trenches account for dozens of injuries and fatalities each year. Unsafe trench conditions you want to avoid are: Lack of sloping. Unsecured walls. Lack of shielding or trench boxes.
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117.7. Rotohammer. 97.8. 113.5. Screw gun, drill motor. 97.7. 123.7. To place these numbers into context, a normal conversation carries between around 55 to 65 dBA, while a jet engine produces around 140 dBA, which …
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Excavator. Excavators are heavy vehicles, made up of a boom, dipper, bucket, arm, hydraulic cylinder, engine, cab on a rotating platform, track frame and counterweight. They are also called diggers and JCB's and are used for the following applications: Construction. Digging of trenches and holes for foundations.
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In construction problem solving, the majority of contemporary construction contracts ensure that problems are dealt with at the earliest opportunity. However, the process of problem solving on the ...
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Fall protection equipment (for operators working six feet above the ground) Technology / AI. Technology, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI), is increasingly being used to improve safety on construction sites. For example, robots embedded with AI are being used to conduct inspections on construction sites. Robots can also be used ...
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However, construction site burglary has been recognized as a significant problem in the United States and elsewhere in the world, including Canada, Australia, Europe, and Japan. Estimates from the United States indicate that between $1 billion and $4 billion worth of materials, tools, and construction equipment are stolen every year.
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11. Airborne fibres and toxins. According to HSE, there are 12,000 work-related lung disease deaths each year with 18,000 new self-reported cases of breathing problems. While construction is not responsible for …
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A site plan, also called a plot plan, is a drawing made by the architect, urban planner or engineer that illustrates the existing and proposed conditions for the construction site. These conditions can include buildings, roads, sidewalks, parking, drainage, sewer and water lines, lighting and landscaping.
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Construction site management is integral to any construction project, be it a residential home or a towering skyscraper. It involves the careful coordination and direction of material resources, …
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Slips, Trips, and Falls. Slips, trips, and falls are often caused by hazards such as wet or slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces, obstructions or clutter, poor lighting, and unsafe work practices. Slips occur when there is not enough friction between a person's foot and the walking surface. Trips occur when a person's foot strikes an object ...
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Excavators. Excavators are a critical piece to any construction site and will typically sit onsite for the duration of the project as they can be used in a number of functions. Digging, material handling, construction and demolition work will be the most common uses for an excavator, but they are also used for brush cutting, forestry work ...
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13.2.3.1 General. Heavy construction is a source of dust emissions that may have substantial temporary impact on local air quality. Building and road construction are 2 examples of construction activities with high emissions potential. Emissions during the construction of a building or road can be associated with land clearing, drilling and ...
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Progress monitoring is an important aspect of construction project control that is fundamental to proper project management and decision-making. Traditional monitoring methods are inaccurate, time-consuming, and labor-intensive because they rely on large-scale manual operations. The defect of the method has been identified as one …
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Calculating the base of equipment was important for this use case as videos are recorded in 2D. If the entirety of a piece of equipment were used to determine proximity to a vehicle, workers at the back of a …
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1. Identify the problem: First, a construction team must ensure they identify the problem correctly. 2. Analyze the problem: Next, team members should consider the problem's causes. 3. Brainstorm solutions: A team can work …
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Construction is an inherently noisy activity, which can significantly impact both the workers involved and the broader environment. The noise of power tools, heavy machinery, site demolition and more can contribute to both immediate and long-term health risks for construction workers — including hearing loss, stress and lowered productivity.
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Construction sites typically have a high demand for electricity, and circuits can quickly become overloaded. This can cause electrical fires or create a risk of electrocution. Workers should always follow the manufacturer's instructions when using power tools or equipment and avoid using multiple high-powered tools on a single circuit.
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The only heavy machinery required to assemble it would be a crane to lift the building units, and the crane would be located in the lane facing the site rather than on the site itself. ... majority of the work is done in a controlled environment that is not prone to the weather delays or waste management problems that plague construction sites ...
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