Risk Management
Granite Construction Receives 2011 Gary E. Bird Horizon for Lean Construction
Company honored for risk management techniques
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Green Building
New Sustainable Construction Certification for Construction Professionals
The demand for sustainable buildings has quickly transformed the way construction projects are handled. -
Business Management
Mike Whitcomb: Brookstone Companies
Brookstone Companies provides clients with commercial property development, general contracting and restoration services. Whitcomb got his start by learning from his father, a residential contractor in California. “I built my first home when I was 18 years old. I bought a lot for $5,000, built the home and then sold it for $78,000—I paid for my college education with the profit from that house.” Early in his career, he constructed the first five PetSmart stores and then later ventured back into residential building before returning to commercial contracting. This year, he launched a new division: Brookstone Restoration. The new division will focus on fire-, water-, and wind-damaged properties. “I’ve done a lot of remodeling work and I believe that insurance work will bridge the gap... -
Resources
Video Coverage at APWA’s 2011 Congress
Construction Business Owner's managing editor, Julie Smith, interviews manufacturers at the APWA International Public Works Congress & Exposition. Learn about the latest equipment and products. -
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Equipment
Varilex Speed-Controlled Grinder
The Varilex WSF 1600 speed-controlled angle grinder from CS Unitec uses a 12.27 Amp (1,350 Watt) motor and infinite variable-speed control (2,000 to 7,300 RPM), for a variety of grinding and polishing tasks. The VARILEX differs from a conventional angle grinder in its ability to change discs quickly, without tools, using the patented EASY-LOCK clamping nut and spindle lock button. -
Business Management
Harris Wilson: Russo Corporation
The secret to Russo Corporation’s 55-year success -
Software
Primavera Introduces Primavera 6.0 Program Management Software
Primavera Systems, Inc. announces the availability of Primavera 6.0 (P6), a new version of its enterprise project and program management software. P6 is an integral part of the comprehensive Primavera solutions suite for project-driven organizations. Fully web-based capabilities enable quick deployment and use and provide collaboration for planning and control. -
Construction Law
Recent California Supreme Court Decision Requires Public Entities to Disclose Information to Contractors that Might Impact Bids
The case, Los Angeles Unified School District v. Great American Insurance Company and Hayward Construction Company (2010) 49 Cal.4th 739, became a key battleground for California public agencies against contractors. -
Equipment
Increase Speed on the Jobsite
Select the Right Cutting Blade to Improve Efficiency. Selecting the right blade for a concrete cutting application can improve efficiency and reduce costs. Blades vary by the number of diamond crystals, size, shape, cost and performance, but the quality of the blade and its diamonds is the true differentiator.
