http://industries.bnet.com/search.aspx?scid=2508 Recent Construction Equipment Business White Papers, Webcasts and Case Studies - BNET.com en-us http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=154312&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 One of the most important aspects of the construction process is timely and complete payment for work accomplished. At times, contractors fail to do adequate due diligence in determining the terms and conditions for payment. In addition, many contractors do not understand their rights to determine whether or not an owner, under contract with a general or prime contractor, has the ability to fund the construction project. The responsibility of the contractors and subcontractors is to understand the payment terms and conditions of their contracts, confirm the owner's ability to pay for services provided. This paper presents a checklist that assists in understanding the payment entitlements and obligations. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=154312&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Mon, 07 Nov 2005 00:12:05 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=147974&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 The bulk of the time spent on a design project is in the detailed design and construction document phases of a project, but the building's general appearance and cost are largely fixed very early on, during conceptual design. However, it would make sense to have a consistent flow of digital building information from beginning to end. However, the conceptual modeling tools and the detailed design tools are usually separate environments (unrelated software solutions), so the building models resulting from these two design stages have no association - digitally speaking. This paper describes how Autodesk Revit Building links those two environments and the benefits of that relationship. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=147974&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Tue, 06 Sep 2005 07:00:38 -0700 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=134681&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Over the last two decades, simulation of construction operations has gained momentum in its ability to provide solutions and understand complex problems. The success of a simulation program lies in harnessing the collaborative features within a complex pattern of hierarchical levels and user groups. For this purpose, simulation is classified into macro and micro-level. User groups vary from manufacturer to supplier, and to the owner. The purpose varies from designing machines and components, to sales and customer-support, and to process design and improvement. This paper presents discussion on the role of simulation in e-commerce from the perspective of construction equipment industry. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=134681&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Mon, 02 May 2005 03:06:33 -0700 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=130027&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 The paper highlights that prepping the job with tools and materials eliminates extra movement and speeds installation. The further reveals that a production trim carpenter has to do accurate work, because materials are so tightly estimated that there's little extra stock available to fix mistakes. Trimming out an entire 2,800-square-foot house usually yields only a couple of handfuls of scrap. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=130027&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Tue, 15 Mar 2005 10:57:28 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=129986&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 A good floor refinisher needs to have his own equipment, and he needs to take good care of it. You can't do a top job with equipment from a rental center, because it has probably been abused and doesn't get properly cleaned or maintained. There are four main power tools required, and each one has its special function. There's a big, heavy floor sander for removing old finish and creating a smooth, flat surface on the main floor. This article explains how a floor refinishing specialist assesses and executes a wood floor makeover. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=129986&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Tue, 15 Mar 2005 10:14:20 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=129975&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Locating where a hip or valley bears on an exterior wall is pretty straightforward on roofs with equal pitches - it's always located right over the outside corner, coming off at a 45-degree angle when viewed in plan. But on hips and valleys between roofs with unequal pitches, this can be a bit trickier. This article describes an accurate, efficient method for figuring the cuts on irregular hip and valley rafters. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=129975&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Tue, 15 Mar 2005 10:02:42 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=123855&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 The use of cold-formed steel in the structural system of residential construction has taken hold in some site building markets but it potentially offers far more value to the manufactured home industry. This report documents a prototype home, consisting of a structural frame made entirely of cold-formed steel components that is cost competitive with a comparable wood frame design. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=123855&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Mon, 07 Feb 2005 15:06:28 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=122233&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 After years of renting, consumers like David and Paula Arenas sited in this article finally bought their first home in the over-inflated housing market in Silicon Valley, Calif. Inexperienced in these matters, they began with some basic research into the one area every remodeler must learn about - power tools. They didn't want to start anything until they at least had the basics, but with so many choices, they had no idea what to get first. So, this clever couple asked some friends of theirs who were in the remodeling business. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=122233&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Mon, 31 Jan 2005 10:20:58 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=118392&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 For decades, chromated copper arsenate (CCA) was the primary preservative for treated wood used in residential construction. However, recent label changes submitted by CCA registrants will withdraw CCA from most residential applications. This action has increased interest in arsenic-free preservative systems that have been standardized by the American Wood Preservers Association. All of the CCA alternatives rely on copper as their primary biocide, although some have co-biocides to help prevent attack by copper-tolerant fungi. This paper focuses on the alternative treatments have appearance and handling properties similar to those of CCA and are likely to be readily accepted by consumers. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=118392&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Tue, 11 Jan 2005 03:49:50 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/casestudy.aspx?scid=2508&docid=113795&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Located in Atlanta, GA, the renovation of the Cartledge residence included the addition of a second level, increasing the living space from 3,338 sq. ft. to 4,921 sq. ft. Despite the increase in living space and conditioned area, the EarthCraft House objective was to increase energy efficiency by creating a well-insulated thermal envelope that would deliver optimal air tightness for a Healthier, Quieter, and More Energy Efficient living environment. The Icynene Insulation System is a complete insulation and air barrier that was specified to help the builder achieve this target. http://industries.bnet.com/casestudy.aspx?scid=2508&docid=113795&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Tue, 21 Dec 2004 02:07:04 -0800 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100919&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 A review of current economic literature, specifically elasticity of demand research conducted by third parties not associated with the stakeholders of this issue, clearly indicates that a 1% increase in the cost of the construction of a new home caused by installing a fire sprinkler system will not cause the potential homebuyer to no longer afford the new home. The two decisive factors that dictate what value home at the high limit a potential homebuyer can purchase are the amount of available income for housing and the current mortgage interest rate. Fire sprinkler systems can be installed in any value house. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100919&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Fri, 15 Oct 2004 02:49:51 -0700 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100913&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 The size of the American family is shrinking, but the American house keeps getting bigger. The average new home today is almost twice as large as one built in the 1960s, despite having fewer occupants. And almost every one of these new, large homes is made out of wood -- roughly three-quarters of an acre of forest. Much of the destructive logging around the world is fueled by our demand for housing. But homebuilding doesn't have to translate into forest destruction. By using smart design and forest-friendly products, builders can create new homes that save trees and money. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100913&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Fri, 15 Oct 2004 02:49:31 -0700 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100910&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 This paper describes the flexible framing anchor strap. This flexible strap and frame anchor is made of a woven synthetic composite called Kevlar that can provide structural reinforcement to a building frame during earthquakes and high winds. Kevlar, which is currently used in bulletproof vests, is woven into a continuous filament yarn to develop the Millibar strap. It can be designed as an anchor strap or as a tension tie to provide racking resistance to wall framing. It is easier to install than traditional methods of bracing and not subject to deterioration from temperature or moisture. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100910&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Fri, 15 Oct 2004 02:49:18 -0700 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100906&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 The beams in this manual were designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice to provide maximum efficiency for the intended use. The NAHB Research Foundation, Inc., has prepared this manual to consolidate existing information, add new information where necessary and provide builders with a direct method of determining the appropriate and economical structural beam for a specific design. Many factors are involved in determining the most suitable beam for a given set of design conditions. This section includes- A discussion of the scope and limitations of the information presented. A description of simplified design procedures which may be followed to determine loadings. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100906&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Fri, 15 Oct 2004 02:48:59 -0700 http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100904&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Energy and environmental concerns have refocused U.S. corporations and the design communities on sustainability issues in construction, renovation and existing buildings. A program, backed by more than 1,400 organizations, has formed to provide a standard for adoption of green design practices, rewarding participating corporations with financial and marketing benefits. Lighting professionals should be aware of this program and its energy requirements so as to participate in projects whose goal is to earn program certification, and to gain the benefits of becoming a green lighting designer. This paper discusses the Green Design Movement. http://industries.bnet.com/whitepaper.aspx?scid=2508&docid=100904&part=rss&tag=rss&subj=BNET+Industries&promo=100112 Fri, 15 Oct 2004 02:43:58 -0700