by Jim Yarrow | Aug 22, 2017 | BEST of Construction, Construction Conundrum
In the past year, many states have been encountering budget crises. Projects all over the country are being suspended and, in some cases, even shut down entirely. What can happen when a project you’re working on encounters a funding shortage, gets suspended, or...
by Jim Yarrow | Aug 21, 2017 | BEST of Construction
Check out these 13 construction structures that prove just how incredible the field of construction really is. 1. Glass Suspension Bridge, China Zhangjiajie, China is home to the largest glass suspension bridge measuring over 1,400 feet long and 20 feet wide. This...
by Jim Yarrow | Aug 21, 2017 | BEST of Construction, Construction Projects to Watch
Conceptos Plasticos have created unique bricks made from recycled plastic to address two pressing issues in the world. One being the housing crisis in Latin America where 80% of the population resides in urban areas. The second issue being the plastic crowding...
by Jim Yarrow | Aug 14, 2017 | BEST of Construction
Ever wonder why construction projects take so long? Or just need a good laugh for the day? Take a load off, relax, and have a nice laugh at these construction workers making the job fun. ...
by Jim Yarrow | Aug 14, 2017 | BEST of Construction, How to articles, What is PlanSwift?
Takeoff Assemblies are a powerful tool that allows you to complete your takeoff measurement and estimate your material and labor costs all in one action. This tool is one of the most powerful tools PlanSwift has to offer. In this article, PlanSwift gives you a step by...
by Jim Yarrow | Aug 8, 2017 | BEST of Construction, Reviews & Comparisons, What is PlanSwift?
Estimating for electrical work in construction isn’t an easy thing to do, especially when compared to other construction estimating tools. If the project is simple and quick you won’t have an issue, the problem is when you have a pretty substantial job. Using square...
by Jim Yarrow | Aug 7, 2017 | BEST of Construction, Construction Projects to Watch
uBox is an incredible machine created by the United Kingdom firm Ten Fold Engineering. It has the ability to transform itself from a complete home down to a shipping container like structure for easy transportation. How does it work? Each of these...
by Jim Yarrow | Jul 24, 2017 | BEST of Construction
What is a bilateral laser distance measurer? The VH-80 is a device that measures distances by shooting two pulsing laser lights from two separate sources in opposite directions to measure the distance provided. It measures the amount of time it takes for each...
by Jim Yarrow | Jul 24, 2017 | BEST of Construction
Many small contractors only use free takeoff and estimating software because it saves them money but free estimating software will end up costing you more in the long run. Whether it be spending extra time trying to learn the software or find out after you’ve already...
by Jim Yarrow | Jul 19, 2017 | BEST of Construction, Construction Conundrum
Wet weather can be a problem for a number of different types of construction jobs, roofing, excavating, and even concrete. Aside from being extremely unpleasant to work in, heavy rain can also reduce visibility for the drivers of vehicles and equipment. It can turn...
