Tag: Chain
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Value chain control drives modular profits
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Modular firms with the highest returns typically build around a strong system and exercise control over the value chain, according to a modular construction report from consulting firm McKinsey. Profitability often rises when companies simplify,…
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From BIM to Site: A Digital Chain for Takt Production
How do you measure the performance of a takt construction project? That was one of the research themes presented at the Building 2030 summer seminar in Espoo, Finland. The Finnish Building 2030 consortium held its summer seminar last Thursday and Friday. The event was the culmination of Building 2030 Week, which my company had helped…
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7 rain chain ideas to collect rainwater in a decorative way
The trend for rain chain ideas is big news this year as part of making your garden more sustainable. It’s one of the most innovative ways to collect precious rainfall water but it adds more than just that. They’re so much prettier than industrial-looking downpipes and water spouts that it’s no wonder everyone wants to…
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Third-Party Logistics: Streamlining Supply Chain Efficiency
In today’s fast-moving and competitive business world, efficiency is a must—not just a nice-to-have. Companies that want to grow, cut costs, and stay reliable need to rethink how they manage logistics. That is where third-party logistics providers come in. These experts help streamline your supply chain, minimize delays, remove unnecessary steps, and offer smooth warehousing…
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Planning Across Borders: AI Transforms The Global Construction Supply Chain
In the face of shifting U.S. tariffs, global conflicts and supply chain disruptions, project managers want to decrease their procurement risk with real-time supplier data By Eshan Jayamanne, Founder and CEO of Krane (https://www.krane.tech/en) The U.S. construction industry is experiencing significant supply chain disruptions as vulnerabilities in the system have been exposed by tariffs and…
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Planning Across Borders: AI Transforms The Global Construction Supply Chain
In the face of shifting U.S. tariffs, global conflicts and supply chain disruptions, project managers want to decrease their procurement risk with real-time supplier data By Eshan Jayamanne, Founder and CEO of Krane (https://www.krane.tech/en) The U.S. construction industry is experiencing significant supply chain disruptions as vulnerabilities in the system have been exposed by tariffs and…
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Yard Management: The Missing Link in Supply Chain Success
When people talk about making the supply chain run better, they often focus on trucks and warehouses. But there’s a part that connects these two big pieces, and it’s usually ignored: the yard. This area, where trucks wait, load, and unload, is a major bottleneck if not managed well. It’s where a lot of delays…
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William Hackett Achieves H-Mark Certification for Chain Sling Components
William Hackett has received H-mark certification from DGUV Test for a selection of components in its Hack8 and Hack10 chain sling ranges. The certification applies to grade 8 and grade 10 components, including master links, sub-assemblies, connectors, shackles, and hooks. The H83 mark is awarded by DGUV Test, a recognized third-party testing and certification body…
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From BIM to Building: Finland’s Push to Digitalize the Construction Supply Chain
The way the construction industry manages product data throughout a project’s lifecycle is far from lean. The process involves manual re-entry at each step and repeated quantity takeoffs using the same data by designers, contractors, and manufacturers. We could prevent this costly and unnecessary work by systematically managing product data. At the May 20 Round…
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How the Right Chain Sling Can Save Your Operation
Regarding heavy lifting in construction, shipping, mining, and manufacturing, chain slings are not just tools—they’re lifelines. They bear the burden of heavy loads, secure materials, and keep your operation moving efficiently. However, not all slings are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can lead to costly damage, serious safety risks, and production delays. Understanding…