B2W Estimate – An exclusive bid management software

B2W Estimate is known as BID2WIN previously. It is a useful construction software toward heavy construction contractors that can be applied for construction cost estimating and bid management efficiently. With B2W Estimate, the construction contractors get the ability to estimate material & labor costs as well as track vendor and subcontractor correspondence, manipulate documents like requests for quotations (RFQs) and manage bids.

More than 5,000 users from different corner of the world have used this bid management software. B2W Estimate supports Excel, the Department of Transportation (DOT) electronic bidding system and its sister project management product, B2W Track. Besides, It can work with various other accounting and project management systems like Viewpoint, Oracle, Dexter + Chaney, Foundation, Maxwell Systems and lots other.

B2W Estimate is launched for the sake of earthwork, paving, utility and other types of heavy/highway contractors. It deals with a wide array of projects spanning from bridges and tunnels, to marine and railroad, to landscaping and golf course projects. It is specifically useful for midsized and large contractors handling $5 million to over $500 million in revenue per annum.

B2W Estimate is created on the basis of Microsoft .NET and SQL Server platform. These are Microsoft Gold Partner, Oracle Gold Partner and Viewpoint Development Partner.

This construction estimating software offers the following benefits :-

• It is useful for civil but inevitably vertical construction.

• Capacity to generate crews instantly.

• Capacity to figure out margin aside from markup.

• I reduced my bid time by 25%

• Capability to set up perfect and complete bids in a quickest possible time and decrease bid time by 25%

Link for download B2W Estimate - Estimating & Bidding Software

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Structural Mechanics: Modelling and Analysis of Frames and Trusses – An exclusive e-book for structural engineers

Karl-Gunnar Olsson and Ola Dahlblom both published an exclusive e-book for structural engineers. This book is known as Structural Mechanics: Modelling and Analysis of Frames and Trusses. The book is available in kindle edition. The book is written in English language and contains 320 pages.

The book analyzes the basic concepts of structural mechanics as well as the modelling and analysis of frame and truss structures.

This construction book consists of the following features :-

Focuses on modelling and analysis concerning trusses and frames by applying a systematic matrix formulated displacement procedure with the language and suppleness of the finite element procedure.

 

• Element matrices are set up from analytical solutions to the differential equations.

• Offers a robust toolbox that contains elements and algorithms toward computational modelling and numerical examination of truss and frame structures.

• Narrates the concept of stiffness to be a intuitive tool for analyzing structural behaviour.

• There are several exercises and some of them are supported with the leading computer software CALFEM. In order to accelerate the objective of learning. CALFEM offers the user detailed information on the matrices and algorithms applied in a finite element analysis

Buy the book from amazon Structural Mechanics: Modelling and Analysis of Frames and Trusses

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Calculate construction labor rates perfectly with this estimating spreadsheet

Construction Labor Rates Estimate Spreadsheet will help you to figure out labor rates efficiently. This construction estimating spreadsheet consists of sheet metal shop & filed labor rates, HVAC Piping shop and Field, as well as Plumbing Shop and Field labor rates.

This estimating spreadsheet is very useful for contractors as it provides guidance and assistance in working with the Hourly Labor Rate.

Download Construction Labor Rates Estimate Spreadsheet

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Design various types of reinforced concrete members with RCM ACI-Builder Software

RCM ACI-Builder Software is a simple tool for structural engineers to design several types of reinforced concrete members with adhering to ACI318M-11 code.

This useful structural engineering software can produce comprehensive design output report involving complete formulas and explanatory figures. This construction program can easily resolve practical issues associated with design. Besides, it can be applied for educational purpose as it facilitates the engineers to gather thorough knowledge on ACI code.

RCM ACI-Builder Software contains the following items:

A. Design of flexural members (Rectangular and T-Shape Sections):

A.1-Ascertain section characteristic under balance case, singly reinforced section & doubly reinforced section.

A.2-Estimate area of steel in accordance with applied moment.

A.3-Estimate moment as per alloted area of steel.

B. Design of Shear under following cases:

B.1- Members based on shear and flexure only.

B.2- Members based on shear and axial compression.

B.3- Members based on shear and significant axial tension.

C. Design of combined shear and torsion under both cases of compatibility and equilibrium torsion.

D. Design of punching for prestressed and non-prestressed members with all column geometry cases: interior, edge & corner columns.

E. Manage current and enduring deflection for beams and slabs.

F. Design of corbels and brackets.

Link for download Design various types of reinforced concrete members with RCM ACI-Builder Software

G. Deal with flexural cracking in beams and one-way slabs.

H. Design of pile-caps with most general geometry cases: 2,3,4,5 & Strip-Pile Caps.

I. Design of isolated footings under eccentrically and concentrically case of loading.'

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Characteristics and Classification of Bricks

Various types of bricks are found in the market which can be used in building construction. The bricks are classified on the basis of manufacturing process that range from Unburnt or sun-dried bricks and Burnt bricks. Given below the detailed lists of various types of bricks :-

Unburnt bricks: Unburnt bricks or sun-dried bricks belong to the types which are dehydrated through heat generated by the sun once the process of moulding is completed. These types of bricks are utilized for building the temporary and low-priced structures. It is recommended that these types of bricks are unfit for the areas uncovered to deep rainfall.

Burnt Bricks: Burnt bricks are formed after blazing the brick-mould in the drying oven within the factory. These types of bricks are generally utilized for construction processes. Burnt Bricks are segregated into the following four categories:

First class bricks: These bricks belong to table-moulded and contain customary shape. The bricks are parched in drying oven. The facades and edges of the bricks are sharp, square, flat and straight. These bricks maintain superior quality. The bricks are crack free. The brick contains least crushing strength of 7 N/mm2. This is used for the construction of superior work i.e. heavy foundation and structures.

Second class brick: These bricks belong to ground-moulded and they are burnt in kilns. The facade of these bricks is uneven to some extent and shape is also somewhat unequal. These bricks may contain fine hair cracks and little distortion. The edgings of these bricks are sharp and homogeneous. These bricks are generally applied in the areas where brickwork is supported with a coat of plaster. The minimum crushing strength of second class brick should be 70 kg per sq cm

Third class bricks: These bricks belong to ground-moulded and are moulded in drying ovens. These bricks are not so hard and include rough surfaces with uneven and distorted edges. These bricks provide dull sound if set collectively. The bricks are useful for minor and temporary structures and at areas where rainfall is normal. The bricks are formed with light color and are comparatively soft.

Fourth class bricks: These types of bricks are also known as over-burnt bricks which contain uneven shape and dark black or grey color. These bricks are used as aggregate for concrete in foundations, floors, roads, etc. owing to the over-burnt bricks consist of a solid structure and so they are strong enough as compared to the first class bricks. These types of bricks are generally used in substandard construction and as gravel for flooring. The bricks contain bulging surfaces. The compressive strength of this brick is very low.

The categorization can also be made on the basis of shapes to fit them for specific type of construction. Go through the following links to know various types of bricks available in diverse shapes.

Source: http://www.civileblog.com/types-of-bricks/

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How to make perfect bricklaying foundation walls

This is another useful construction tutorial by Durski Pawel. In this youtube construction video, Durski demonstrates step-by-step processes on bricklaying foundation walls that is a part of constructing any house.

Bricklaying is most likely the ancient and most suitable building methods. To make the process perfect, the exact admixtures and curing process must be followed. Brickwork must always be performed systematically; straight and level.

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The Construction Project Management Success Guide – An exclusive e-book for construction professionals

Andreas P has published the second edition of an exclusive construction e-book alias THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUCCESS GUIDE. The book contains 53 pages and written in English languages. The book is priced at Rs. 1948 for hard cover edition and Rs. 1193 for paperback edition.

This construction e-book will provide detailed information on Construction Contracts, Estimating, Planning And Scheduling as well as expertise to deal with Trades And Home Renovations. Besides, one can also explore how re-emergence of the real estate market sparked renewed optimism in construction.

The book mainly highlights the fundamental percepts essential for controlling the life concerning a construction job. Brief discussions are provided on the construction project management covering the phases like the initial phase, the planning phase, the execution phase, the controlling phase, the closing phase.

Other important aspects of construction like contracting & contract management, the participants in construction job, the current building code, self-managing a construction project as well as the vital factors for completing the contracting job successfully are also discussed in this book.

This book will provide useful guidance for the project managers and homeowners to construct any residential properties successfully.

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