by Jim Yarrow | May 24, 2016 | BEST of Construction, Most popular
How is it made? The technique used by architect Nicolo Bini is an elementary school tradition. The technique he uses is something similar to that of covering a balloon with papier-mache and popping it after it’s hardened, making stable domes. Binishell works...
by Jim Yarrow | May 23, 2016 | BEST of Construction, Most popular
It’s been something out of a dream of science-fiction for more than half a century now but self-driving cars are no longer just a fantasy. Imagine communicating with your car like you would communicate with Siri on your iPhone. Tell it “take me to work,” and it does...
by Jim Yarrow | May 18, 2016 | Construction Estimating and Takeoff, Construction Software, How to articles, What is PlanSwift?
Instantly count items! The Auto Count tool was first added into PlanSwift 9.1 back in 2011. Autocount revolutionized the accuracy of takeoff and estimations by enabling you to do bulk counts using preset symbols in your takeoff. This takes saving time to a...
by Jim Yarrow | May 17, 2016 | BEST of Construction, Most popular
Graphene What is it? Made of pure carbon, graphene is both extremely thin and extremely strong. It’s been called a “miracle material” because it’s flexible, conducts electricity, and is nearly transparent. Think about it this way, graphite is the black...
by Jim Yarrow | May 10, 2016 | BEST of Construction, Construction Projects to Watch
Concept: Lowline, the company responsible for the Underground Park plans to use solar technology to illuminate a historic trolley terminal. The park will be located on the Lower East Side of New York City, providing a beautiful cultural attraction for one of...
by Jim Yarrow | May 6, 2016 | BEST of Construction, Most popular, What is PlanSwift?
PlanSwift is the number one takeoff and estimating software on the market. With more than 40,000 users in over 60 countries PlanSwift is easily the fastest growing developer and distributor of digital estimating and takeoff software for the construction industry....
by Jim Yarrow | May 6, 2016 | BEST of Construction, Most popular
What are artificial reefs? Artificial reefs are human made underwater structures built to promote marine life in areas with a generally featureless bottom, to control erosion, block ship passage, or improve surfing. Though most of the artificial reefs are...
by Jim Yarrow | Apr 7, 2016 | Construction Estimating and Takeoff Software
PlanSwift takeoff and estimating software company History PlanSwift was founded in 2007. The company was originally based in Henderson, Nevada and is now based out of Bountiful, Utah. PlanSwift was added to the Textura family of construction collaboration solutions on...
by Jim Yarrow | Apr 7, 2016 | Uncategorized
A long time from now, in a galaxy not so far away, Disneyland will be derailing it’s railroad for more than a year. Not to worry fans, it’s for a good reason. Disney will be adding a 14 acre “Star Wars” themed land in the northern part of Frontierland! After the...
by Jim Yarrow | Apr 7, 2016 | Construction Projects to Watch
Make yourself at tiny home in this 200 square foot sanctuary. With it’s amazingly crafted, walnut stained vaulted ceiling, reclaimed wood accent, and a specially designed barn door, Tiny Homes are making housing affordable for anyone! Why a tiny house? Tiny Houses,...
