Seattle Construction Monthly

EDITION SEPTEMBER 2018 | CONSTRUCTIONMONTHLY.COM 

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construction 

management 

planning & scheduling 

THE BEST 

WAY TO USE 

EQUIPMENT 

FINANCING 

ARCHICAD VS REVIT 

WHICH BIM SOFTWARE TO USE 

identify 

constructability 

issues for various 

trades with bim 

THESE FINANCING 

MISTAKES CAN 

COST YOU BIG 

HOW TECH HAS 

CHANGED INDUSTRIAL 

EQUIPMENT SALES 

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SPECIAL SEATTLE SHOW EDITION 2018 3

table of 

CONTENTS 

14 

SEATTLE 2018 

10 

the best way to use 

equipmentfinancing 

archicad 

vs revit - 

which bim 

software to 

use 

08 

PROFESSIONALS THAT 

REQUIRE SAFETY 

WORKWEAR 

32 

CONSTRUCTION 

MANAGEMENT 

PLANNING AND 

SCHEDULING 

34 

WHAT ARE 

TRANSFORMERS 

AND HOW ARE THEY 

TESTED 

36 

SEAT TLE 

CONSTRUCTION 

RESOURCE GUIDE 

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24 

how technology has changed 

industrial equipment sales 

28 

these financing mistakes 

can cost you big 

30 

identify 

constructability 

issues for various 

trades with bim 

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PROFESSIONS THAT 

REQUIRE SAFETY 

WORKWEAR 

BY BASHARAT K - EZINEARTICLES.COM 

If you work as a welder, engineer, or any other profession that require proper safety, 

wearing occupational and safety garments is likely to be the part of your everyday 

working life. Occupational safety is something employees cannot compromise. 

There is a number of professions where protective equipment is of paramount significance. 

For example, welding is an occupation that demands appropriate protective 

equipment. Welders cannot go to work in a casual dress. They need goggles, coveralls, 

gloves, and other equipment to protect the body parts against burns and sparks. 


There are many jobs where hazards are not so obvious, 

but it is important to have protective measures 

in place. Following are some of the jobs where it is 

almost inevitable to wear appropriate safety clothing 

and use protective equipment: 

WELDING 

Welding is a profession full of hazards that can lead 

to a number of injuries. Eye injuries, for example, 

can occur from the sparks, intense light and radiation 

that a welding arc can produce. Hot slag and 

other metal debris that can fly off from the weld 

can also cause skin and eye injuries. The use of 

safety equipment is the only way to stay protected 

against these hazards. 

CONSTRUCTION 

People associated with the construction profession 

understand how important it is to observe strict adherence 

to safety rules in order to avoid fatal injuries. 

Heavy moving objects and machines can cause 

irreparable health issues. The helmet is a common 

protective equipment construction workers use 

to protect the head from falling objects. Activities 

such as grinding, nailing, and handling concrete expose 

workers to a number of safety concerns. 

PLUMBING 

Plumbing is also a key profession that demands 

proper occupational clothing. A plumber has to 

work in various hazardous environments. It is not 

safe to deal with complicated obstructions and hidden 

pipe leaks without protective garments. Coveralls 

and safety helmets are common protective 

equipment. 

AUTO REPAIR 

Mechanics cannot wear casual dress during work. 

They have to wear coveralls, bib pants, and other 

equipment to stay protected from dirt, heat, and 

other dangerous substances. It can be a challenging 

task to search through hundreds of unrelated 

workwear and safety products to find something 

that suits your industry. 

When it comes to occupational clothing, employees 

need a combination of comfort and safety. The 

freedom to move or the ability to work without 

physical restriction is essential. Workwear should 

be designed to provide safety as well as comfort no 

matter the nature of a profession. 

Wildrose is one of the trusted workwear manufacturers 

in Canada where we design and manufacture 

state-of-the-art occupational safety garments 

including a wide range of coveralls, bib pants, and 

shop coats. In our custom workwear feature, we 

offer logo embroidery, multiple colors and alterations, 

and tailor-made designs according to your 

exact specifications, You can visit our online shop 

and place an order right now. 

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/9886123 


THE BEST 

WAYS TO USE 

EQUIPMENT 

BY ARTICLECITY BLOG 

FINANCING FOR 

YOUR STARTUP 

STARTUPS NEED THE RIGHT RESOURC- 

ES TO THRIVE FROM DAY ONE. THAT 

MEANS HAVING THE LATEST EQUIP- 

MENT ON HAND FOR YOUR INDUSTRY. 

But what if you lack enough capital to finance 

the equipment you need to succeed 

from the start? 

Luckily, startup 

founders like you 

can take full advantage 

of equipment 

financing to start 

your company off 

strong, regardless 

of the industry. 

AS A NEW BUSINESS OWNER, YOU 

CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF LOW 

EQUIPMENT FINANCE RATES AND 

PAY OFF YOUR LOANS OVER A 

5-YEAR SPAN AS YOU WORK TO 

GENERATE THOSE EARLY SALES. 

WHAT’S YOUR INDUSTRY? 

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According to the latest data from the Equipment Leasing and 

Finance Association, professional lenders financed equipment for 

the following industries:

• The transportation industry received the most equipment financing, 

almost totaling 30% of all equipment financing business. 

• IT and computer related businesses represented 21.3% of all 

equipment financing. 

• Construction came in at 11.5% 

• Agricultural businesses received a little over 9% of all financing. 

• The medical industry came in at 4.7% 

• The industrial and manufacturing sector received 3.7% 

• Energy-related companies represented 2.5% of the equipment 

financing share. 

Now, for our next question to consider. What is the best way to use your 

equipment finance loan? 

LISTS MATTER 

We suggest creating a long laundry list of equipment you 

need to get your startup off the ground. It’s also important 

to get your finances in order to make sure you don’t fall 

into “negative equity” during those first few years of your 

business as you pay off your loans. 


HOW TO USE YOUR 

EQUIPMENT FINANCING 

Also included in that same ELFA report were figures for 

office machines (4.2%) and material handling (2.8%). 

Whether your startup is focused on tech or agriculture, 

office machines are vital to your startup. 

For example, you can use your equipment finance loan to 

purchase the following necessities for your business: 

• Printers 

• Scanners 

• Copy machines 

• Communication devices like fax machines and phones 

• Desktop computers and laptops 

• Paper shredding machines 

• Servers 

• Internet routers and modems 

• Lamination machines 

However, it’s important to note that computers eventually 

become obsolete over time. Therefore, you may find yourself 

already needing an upgrade as soon as you’ve paid off 

your equipment loan. 

That’s why we recommend considering financing office 

equipment with longer life cycles. 

On the other hand, material handling equipment doesn’t 

have short lifecycles like Macbook pros or Dell laptops. 

Material handling equipment is used across all industries, 

especially in the transportation, construction, agricultural, 

and manufacturing sectors. 

• Shipping palette trucks 

• General industrial trucks 

• Automated pickers 

• Side loaders 

• Cranes 

More material handling equipment includes storage-related 

products like stacking equipment, shelving, drive-in storage 

racks, and frames. 

Material handling equipment is also vital to restaurants and 

other culinary-related startups. 

If you’re launching a new food startup, you may want to 

consider using your equipment financing loan to purchase 

commercial refrigerators, freezers, commercial toasters, 

and ovens for example. 

EQUIPMENT FINANCING: 

NEXT STEPS 

What’s great about being a new startup is that you can receive 

your equipment financing fast to get the ball rolling. In 

fact, you could even get approved by the end of one business 

day. 

We suggest creating a long laundry list of equipment you 

need to get your startup off the ground. It’s also important 

to get your finances in order to make sure you don’t fall into 

“negative equity” during those first few years of your business 

as you pay off your loans. 

As a new business owner, you can take advantage of low 

equipment finance rates and pay off your loans over a 5-year 

span as you work to generate those early sales. 

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TYPICALLY INCLUDES THE 

FOLLOWING: 

• Conveyor belts 

• Silos for agriculture 

• Automated Guided Vehicles 


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Which BIM Software to Use? 

ArchiCAD VS Revit 

AUTHOR MARIA WILLIAMS 

writer for ezinearticles.com 

BOTH OF THESE BIM SOFTWARE TOOLS ARE DYNAMIC AND POWERFUL. 

DEDICATED USERS OF EACH WILL NATURALLY THINK THEIR PREFERENCE 

IS BETTER. THEY DO MOST OF THE THINGS AND BOTH HAVE DIFFERENT 

STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES. WHICH ONE DO YOU USE? WHICH IS 

BETTER? ARCHICAD OR REVIT? 

Building Information Modelling - 

BIM is one of the most popular 

topics in construction. We can 

define it as a process helping us 

to manage complexity and improve 

performance in construction 

projects. Simplified, BIM is a process for 

creating and managing all of the information 

on any project - before, during and after construction. 

Revit by Autodesk and ArchiCAD by Graphisoft 

are the two biggest players in the market. 

This comparison between ArchiCAD and Revit 

will help architects, owners and contractors to 

make Ð° more briefed decision. 

ArchiCAD is the first BIM software for architects, 

created in 1984. Offering a suite of 

tools for building design and engineering, this 

software enables seeing the project through 

engineering and visual design of building`s interiors 

and exteriors. On the other hand, Revit 

is 4D BIM-capable tool which helps us to plan 

all aspects of a building project, from design 

to construction and beyond. Realized in 2002, 

this software can be used by architects, builders, 

engineers, project managers and more. 

User Interface 

ArchiCAD`s user interface is maybe the first 

thing that users are praising it for. It`s clean 

and sleek and that`s maybe the reason why ArchiCAD 

has an easier learning curve, especially 

for designers. While the user interface can be 

customized in a number of ways, it has slightly 

less flexibility than its opponent. Revit features 

a user interface that is highly customizable, 

supporting multiple approaches for using the 

software. It is a little bit complicated, because 

of its medium learning curve. However, Revit 

offers greater level of flexibility to designers 

and architects. 

Conceptual Design 

Concept design in ArchiCAD is a fairly user-friendly, 

enabling push/pull modelling, instant 

and customizable geometry and smart 

multiple extruding. Similar, Revit features a 

conceptual design which provides flexibility in 

the earliest stages of a project. This allows you 

to create geometry that later can be integrated 

into your BIM project. 

Visualisation 

Revit features a wide range of views from 

which to approach your design, such as wireframe 

and transparent surface. Each view can 

be manipulated and controlled in a particular 

project and can be assigned to the overall 

view or specified to a category or element. ArchiCAD 

has similar visual styles as Revit, but 

don`t have the capacity for applying views to 

specific elements. 

Ana: “Revit is very valuable 

software. It is made for 

architecture, and will provide 

with every single tool you need 

to design a good building. It 

is very precise and it provides 

very clean and accurate 

drawings. But as an architect, 

I prefer ArchiCAD or 3D 

AutoCAD because I think it 

offers more freedom to express 

as a designer.” 

$THE COST 

Revit 2018 costs $2.200 

per year. ArchiCAD 21 is 

slightly cheaper; however, 

it requires a number of 

add-ons you need to add 

manually to achieve the 

same functionality as Revit. 

Article Source: 

EzineArticles.com/9871720 


Borjana: “I prefer ArchiCAD rather than Revit. As an architect, I can express my ideas better 

working in ArchiCAD and I can easily manage all of the parameters. Also offers many tools that 

are useful to present and develop the design, so the graphic presentation of the models, projects 

and the documentation are at an excellent level.” 

Both, ArchiCAD and Revit have intensely large suite of tools for rendering. 

Rendering 

Both, ArchiCAD and Revit have intensely large suite of tools for rendering. They can produce photorealist images of the interior and exterior of 

your project. The Ray Trace is a photorealist rendering mode that allows panning and zooming with your Revit model. When using this visual style, 

the rendering starts at a lower resolution but quickly increases its fidelity. Thus, you can set lightening, photographic exposure and background. 

ArchiCAD features CineRender, similar tool to Ray Trace which allows you to change the light, shadow, texture, brightness and more. 

Interoperability 

Revit and ArchiCAD can both import and export IFC files. Furthermore, they are capable of importing 

and exporting all common file types, including 3D models, 2D drawings and other CAD file types. 

Pricing 

Revit 2018 costs $2.200 per year. ArchiCAD 21 is slightly cheaper; however, it requires a number 

of add-ons you need to add manually to achieve the same functionality as Revit. 

What our colleagues said: 

Borjana: “I prefer ArchiCAD rather than Revit. As an architect, I can express my ideas better working in ArchiCAD and I can easily manage all of the 

parameters. Also offers many tools that are useful to present and develop the design, so the graphic presentation of the models, projects and the 

documentation are at an excellent level.” 

Ana: “Revit is very valuable software. It is made for architecture, and will provide with every single tool you need to design a good building. It is 

very precise and it provides very clean and accurate drawings. But as an architect, I prefer ArchiCAD or 3D AutoCAD because I think it offers more 

freedom to express as a designer.” 

Both of these BIM software tools are dynamic and powerful. Dedicated users of each will naturally think their preference is better. They do most of 

the things and both have different strengths and weaknesses. Which one do you use? Which is better? ArchiCAD or Revit? 



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404 CANYON CREEK CABINET COMPANY 

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338 PACIFIC BUILDING SYSTEMS 

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438 COSCO FIRE PROTECTION 

335 RESCOM RAILING SYSTEMS 

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121 DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP 

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210 DRY TILE NORTH AMERICA, LLC 

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332 EARTH HOUND CORPORATION 

117 THE FRANK DOOLITTLE COMPANY 

331 EASTSIDE FUNDING LLC 

94 TIME EQUIPMENT COMPANY 

129 EMERALD FIRE 

97 TRADES LABOR CORPORATION 

433 ENGINEERED FLOORS/DREAM WEAVER CARPET 441 TRADES MASTERS 

505 ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT 

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SEATTLE workshops 

SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS 

All Seminars at the Build Expo are FREE to attend! 

EXHIBIT FLOOR 

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Maximizing Associations to Gain Customers : keynote 

WEDNESDAY :: 1:15PM - 2:15PM 

TOM WOODCOCK 

Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers 

Many contractors never join relevant associations that can produce revenue for them. Even worse they spend the 

duesTom Woodcockmoney and don’t maximize the effectiveness of the association.We will layout how to determine 

what associations to join, how to work them and get business from your involvement. The single greatest way to find 

grouped customers and network contacts is right in your backyard association! Work them to the fullest and you’ll 

never make a cold call again! 

EXHIBIT FLOOR 

Beating the Low Bid Game: Closing Deals in Construction: keynote 

TOM WOODCOCK 

THURSDAY :: 1:15PM - 2:15PM 


Stop letting price be the determining factor in winning projects! Tom WoodcockThis topic deals specifically with 

the pressure to always be low. Learn the sales tools necessary to get the inside track in the bidding process. The goal 

being to consistently win projects and raise profitability on those projects. The most common mis-takes made in 

bidding are revealed and countered. 

EXHIBIT FLOOR 

Single Family Residential Flipping & Financing: Challenges of Development: 

keynote 

THURSDAY :: 12:00PM - 1:00PM 

JAN BRZESKI & GREG HEBNER 

Target Audience: Architects, Engineers, Designers, Contractors, and Builders 

This class explains how the most successful investors are sourcing acquisitions that make sense; and demonstrates 

how toGenna Gold evaluate the projected cash fow the way professional investorsdo, to avoid surprises and take 

advantage of the opportunities in today’s residential market. You will also hear about strategies for investing in single 

family homes, including the “fx-and-fip” business; and the strategy of being a private lender to real estate investors 

rather than an owner/operator. 

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SHARPEN YOUR SALES TOOLS 

9:30AM - 11:00AM - WEDNESDAY 

PRESENTED BY TOM WOODCOCK 


Construction sales is an ever moving target. Techniques that worked years ago are less effective, yet some traditional 

sales methods still produce. Which do and which don’t? How do you know which? What new technologies and sales 

systems do you adopt? Does social media really produce opportunity in construction sales? Where do you put your sales 

time and attention? These are all great questions and will be answered. 

Here are some key points addressed: 

• What new technologies should I incorporate 

• What truly works in construction sales 

• How do I manage my sales effort 

• What is working currently in regards to construction selling 



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10 COMMON MISTAKES IN CONSTRUCTION SELLING 

9:30AM - 11:00AM - THURSDAY 

PRESENTED BY TOM WOODCOCK 


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Many in the construction industry consistently make the same mistakes that kill their opportunity. There are many 

common errors and mentalities that hinder sales success. We’ll put a light on these problems and give the behaviors that 

counter them. Make sure your approach to the customer base is the most effective possible. These errors are often made 

without the contractor even realizing they’re making them. This cripples their chances of winning profitable projects. 


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GOOGLE SPECIALIST TEACHING – 2019 WEBSITE STRATEGIES (PART 1OF 2) 


PRESENTED BY JOSHUA RAMSEY 

Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Engineers 

Learn the newest updates from Google. How to improve your website to drive more leads. Additionally learn: How SEO 

works. How to hold your SEO person accountable. Receive Free Access to THE MOST Comprehensive SEO Testing Tool 

Available Online. Offered only to attendees, A complimentary gift from Build Expo. 

Following the teaching session there will be a Q & A forum and optional website review. 

E-Mail support@strategicpointmarketing.com before the show and receive 3 Free Google Tools added to your website. 

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1. Be Found By Your Customers 

2. Generate More Online Leads 

GOOGLE PARTNER TEACHING DEEPER ONLINE STRATEGIES (PART 2 OF 2) 


PRESENTED BY JOSHUA RAMSEY 

Target Audience: Architects, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Builders, and Engineers 

Teaching material will include: 

1. Google Upcoming Changes (additional from day 1) 

2. Voice Search – What Does the Future Look Like? 

3. Improve Online Visibility 

4. MORE contacts and leads from your existing website 

(exact strategies you can use THAT DAY!) 

If you have been wondering what Google is looking for and doing behind the scenes, are confused by online sales people 

and don’t trust what they’re saying… This is the class you MUST attend. We’ll Explain Step By Step What Google Wants 

You To Know. Then In Closing You Can Ask Anything You Have Ever Wondered About SEO to the Google Partner and Get 

Direct, Honest, Unfiltered Feedback to Your Questions. 

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INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS 

11:00AM - 12:00PM - WEDNESDAY + THURSDAY 1 AIA/HSW 

PRESENTED BY ERIC MILLER 

Target Audience: Architects, Engineers, and Design Professionals 

If you are looking for a way to build strong walls that reduce construction time, increase occupant well-being, and 

deliver a robust thermal envelope for both below grade and above grade applications affordably, then this class is for 

you. Attendees will learn all about designing and building with ICFs, with an opportunity for hands on experience as an 

introduction to the ICF installation process. This class is for all experience levels and will be especially helpful if you are 

open to learning about how to implement ICF construction for any building type. 




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Participants will: 



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DAYLIGHTING BASICS - DAYLIGHTING DESIGN FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION 


1 AIA 

PRESENTED BY PHIL ZEUTENHORST 

Target Audience: General Contractors, Builders, Sub-Contractors, Developers, Home Builders, 

Remodelers, Interior Designers, Property Owners and Managers, Architects, and Engineers 

1. Understand the importance of making Daylighting a priority from the first steps of design, through the completion and 

use of the building 

2. Develop knowledge of potential products and possible solutions for complicated or complex Daylighting projects 

3. Receive the tools necessary to distinguish between Daylighting and lighting 4. Use the tools gained in this course to 

properly incorporate Daylighting into future green building designs 

Daylighting Basics is a course designed to reach audience members with a variety experience levels. It begins by guiding 

through foundation knowledge of light, vision and contrast. With an understanding of contrast and comfort levels, there 

is a transition to explaining the benefits of natural daylighting. The presentation shows that there are numerous proven 

benefits in health, economics and sustainability if natural daylight is utilized. Once the audience understands those basics 

and quantify the benefits, they are introduced to methods of daylighting. 

DYNAMIC DAYLIGHTING FOR DESIGN PROFESSIONALS 


1 AIA 

PRESENTED BY PHIL ZEUTENHORST 

ROOM Target Audience: General Contractors, Builders, Sub-Contractors, Developers, Home Builders, 

615 Remodelers, Interior Designers, Property Owners and Managers, Architects, and Engineers 

This Presentation: 

Goes into further depth on a variety of daylighting topics including light harvesting and the basics of light. 

It expands on the array of daylight modeling software available and the pros and cons of each 

Better explains all of the options for dynamic, automated daylighting systems that allow for the seamless integration of 

natural and artificial light. 

Facilitates discussion on the integration of daylighting and building-mechanical controls for maximum building efficiency 

Provides the audience with general guidelines to help with making daylighting decisions. 

CONCRETE MATURITY, SAVE TIME AND REDUCE RISK 


PRESENTED BY CHRIS CHRISTENSEN 

ROOM Target Audience: General Contractors 

616 

What is concrete maturity, how does it work and why is it superior to field cured cylinders. This proven test method will 

benefit your project with savings in schedule and reducing risk. 



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MAKING HOMES COMFORTABLE WITH DUCTLESS HEATPUMPS 


PRESENTED BY NEIL KAPPEN 

Target Audience: General Contractors 

1 AIA 

Neil Kappen from Ballard Natural Gas Service, an Elite Mitsubishi dealer, will be offering a class on how to create efficient 

HVAC solutions using ductless heatpumps from Mitsubishi. He will be on hand to walk through the basics of their 

installation, zoning, and wrapping up the hour by taking questions about how to install these units and make them work in 

almost any home. 


Neil Kappen is the co-owner of Ballard Natural Gas Service. Growing up in the HVAC business under his father Landis, he 

has worked in every part of the business from sheet metal to his current position as Director of Sales. 

ROOM 

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TIMBER FRAMING: AN AGE OF OLD CRAFT MEETS THE MODERN ERA 

9:30AM - 10:30AM - WEDNESDAY + THURSDAY 

PRESENTED BY JOHN MILLER 

Target Audience: Architects, Engineers, and Design Professionals 

Designed to answer architects’ questions about timber framing, this course will introduce ways to successfully 

incorporate timber framing into designs and plans. 

Discover what sets timber framing apart from other systems, including its benefits and differences that need to be 

considered. The class will also address factors affecting pricing, joinery basics, woods used, how to find a timber framer, 

etc. The presentation includes an extensive slide show depicting a variety of uses and designs for timber frame projects. 

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PROBLEM SOLVED: FINDING THE GAPS IN YOUR MOBILITY, CLOUD AND EMERGENCY 

MANAGEMENT 


PRESENTED BY DAVID TRASK 

Target Audience: Building Owners, Project & Facilities Managers, Emergency/Safety/Risk Managers 

Is your facilities team fully ready for a catastrophe? Only 14% are, according to a 2017 survey. Causes include not having 

information digitized, not having it organized or searchable, and not being able to access it on mobile devices. What does 

it mean to your organization to be faced with a catastrophe every two years that costs $500,000? 

In this presentation, we’ll explore industry research that sheds light on the current state of facilities in order to identify 

organizational and management gaps. Hear how mobile apps and technology can bridge communication gaps within 

project, facilities and operations teams, allowing them to work smarter and faster on a daily basis and during emergencies. 

ESSENTIAL STEPS FOR HEALTHY HOMES 


PRESENTED BY JON ALEXANDER & DOUG KENNEDY 

Target Audience: Builders, Remodelers, Subcontractors & Trades People, Architects & Designers 

ROOM 

620 

More & more home owners are concerned about how healthy their homes are. Shouldn’t you be accommodating them? 

This workshop will explain why healthy homes are important & provide essential practical steps to making a home healthy 

place for our customers. 




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expo 

SETTING UP FOR SUCCESS WITH PEDESTAL PAVERS 


PRESENTED BY BRYAN HENDRICK 

Target Audience: Architects and General Contractors 

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Learn the ins and outs of pedestal pavers, to include this scope of work in your project with certainty and success. In this 

session we will discuss topics ranging from design, estimating, and QA/QC concerns in the field. Empowering you and your 

team to ensure that the finished pedestal paver assembly is built as tough as the cascade mountains. If you have questions 

before hand, please feel free to reach out to Bryan to include specific areas of interest within this topic. 

ROOM 

WASTE AND RECYCLING SYSTEMS FROM THE GROUND UP 


PRESENTED BY KEVIN THOMPSON 

Target Audience: Owners, Architects, Contractors, City Planners 

618 

This class is for architects, owners, project managers and city planners to learn the future of waste diversion and recycling 

in an urban environment. We will discuss innovative ways to get the most out of a project’s waste stream by engaging 

in the planning process early on. How the trash in your hand makes it ‘s way to the recycler or the landfill involves the 

cooperation of owners, architects, haulers, chute contractors, waste equipment installers as well as city planners. 

This class will cover the process from beginning to end and demonstrate how all parties can work together for a more 

sustainable future. 

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WHAT FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ARE YOU MISSING IN QUICKBOOKS® 


PRESENTED BY DWAYNE BRISCOE 

Target Audience: General Contractors, Subcontractors, and Builders 

620 

Because so many users fail to maximize their knowledge of QuickBooks®, we will be reviewing key areas that you may not 

be aware of or utilizing to its fullest extent. This will include: Customers, Vendors, and Reports. 

Special offer to class attendees: QuickBooks® for Contractors 

Friday, September 21st 8:30am-4:30pm 

*Receive a $50.00 discount if you also attend the Build Expo USA on Sept 19-20, 2018 at the Washington State 

Convention Center. A refund check will be mailed in 14 calendar days after the workshop. 

https://quickbookstrainingforcontractors.com 

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620 

UNDERSTANDING TAX BASICS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY 

11:30AM - 1:00PM - THURSDAY 

PRESENTED BY DWAYNE BRISCOE 

Target Audience: General Contractors, Subcontractors, and Builders 

With the sweeping 2018 tax overhaul, we will be looking at the major changes that will be affecting the construction 

industry on the federal level and what you can learn today without avoiding surprises when it’s too late. 



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expo 

PROJECT PLANNING & SCHEDULING FOR CONSTRUCTION OWNERS DURING THE PLANNING & 

DESIGN PHASE 


PRESENTED BY SALEH MUBARAK 




Construction owners include a wide range of individuals, corporations, and governments. Their knowledge in 

construction project management also differs vastly. Owners hire contractors to build projects for them obviously 

because the contractor possesses the knowledge and capability to do so. The question remains: what is the owner’s role in 

monitoring the project, and how can he/she/they do it effectively? It is like taking your car to the mechanic for repair: it is 

the mechanic’s duty to do the job and get the car in a good running shape, but the owner needs to be aware of the process 

so he/she can make sure what is said to him/her is indeed the truth; both the diagnosis and the repair. 

ROOM 

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PROJECT PLANNING & SCHEDULING FOR CONSTRUCTION OWNERS DURING THE EXECUTION - 

CONSTRUCTION PHASE 


PRESENTED BY SALEH MUBARAK 



In construction projects, the owner and contractor are held to the agreement (contract) they signed, which defines 

the deliverable and constraints as well as the rights and responsibilities of each party. However since construction is a 

technical matter, the owner must have the minimum level of knowledge to allow him/her/them to follow and monitor the 

construction process, be able to verify payment requests, be able to make proper decisions, protect himself from potential 

claims, and –in general- not to be fooled. 


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How Technology Has 

Changed 

INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT SALES 

by Dale Harris 

www.articlecity.com 

OUR WORLD TODAY WOULDN’T BE THE 

SAME WITHOUT INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT. 

EVERY INDUSTRY FACED A CHANGE WHEN 

EVERYTHING WENT DIGITAL, AND THE IN- 

DUSTRIAL MARKET IS ONE OF THEM. 

Industrial equipment is facing several updates, from the way 

customers shop to the rising technology in equipment. 

Some digital sales trends mean more responsibility for the company. 

Personal interaction can be difficult because more customers 

prefer tech-based interaction. 

However, there are many benefits. Industrial equipment systems 

are more connected to the customers. These systems collect 

more data on customers to understand consuming trends. 

The LAER Model 

Traditional sales haven’t drastically changed. Rather, machinery 

is introducing customers to a new buying experience. What 

was then ‘make, sell and ship’ is also ‘own, operate, and get an 

outcome.’ 

The best example is taking the classic LAER model. Let’s see 

how the LAER model operates under the digital era. 


Land 

This first step is the most important, even in the digital era: land 

the sale. 

Traditionally, performing the land step occurred face-to-face. 

This ensured industrial equipment was properly built for the 

right customer and for the specific reason of their industry. 

Today, this step involves more analytics. 

The customer needs to see the products are smart and connected 

to prove reliability. When the customers trust in the equipment, 

they’re more likely to share their data. This results in a 

higher output of sales. 

Adopt 

You want to be sure your customers are happy with your equipment. 

This goal hasn’t changed in the digital world. 

Because of this, the emphasis has always been on the products. 

This focus includes modernizing and improving products, as well 

as training and educating the customer about the equipment. 

This focus is still the same today. However, it’s implemented 

differently. For example, services such as crane load testing are 

available for customer safety and satisfaction. Digitalization 

makes this training easy for the modern consumer.

Today, equipment isn’t replaced as a whole. Customers 

want solutions rather than new products. So they 

invest in spare or replacement parts, contract features, 

and software upgrades. 

This means a lot of focus falls on third-party products, 

especially the tech-based ones. While this may not 

drive revenue streams as strongly as before, you’re 

establishing better relationships with your customers 

and expands your business. 

Renew 

Customers receive this education, but in the cloud. Included product training 

in the operating system connects to other devices and machines. 

Education implementation is in the cloud. It’s accessible on a remote server. 

Rather than focus on personalized service, manufacturers are focusing on 

optimizing technology to be more accessible. 

The struggle lies within the support, maintenance, and upgrades within the 

cloud. 

Expand 

All marketing encourages the customer to spend more, and the same goes 

for equipment. When this type of marketing as applied in a traditional sense, 

it was to promote newer equipment customers could use as a replacement. 

These leads were perfect when cross-selling and upselling to existing customers. 

Your customer base keeps coming back and new products generate more revenue. 

This helps bring customers back by renewing their 

contract. Before, there was a specific renewal process 

and specialized personnel who handled renewals. This 

strategy ensured high renewal rates and predictable 

revenue streams. 

Today, renewal is either automated or tech-assisted. 

Technically, linking the renewal phase with the adoption 

phase helps save time. 

The only time the renewal phase occurs is when the 

contract expires. This way, your customer will decide to 

agree to renewal based on your equipment’s success. 

Increased Demand for 

Innovation 

Digital applications and analytics are opening new 

doors for machinery. Therefore, demand is increasing 

for more innovation and sophisticated technology. 


How Technology Has Changed 

INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT 

SALES...CONTINUED 

Customers want more than monitoring production. They want 

to remotely control their equipment through mobile devices. 

This requires technological advances and system updates. 

The demand comes from saving time and money. Users have 

even become used to machinery informing them of automatic 

updates. This includes replacing parts. 

Other benefits include an additional GPS system and 3-D 

printer installation. 

Customers Don’t Pay for 

Hardware 

Customers are paying for technology and services, and are no 

longer paying for hardware. This simple change dramatically 

altered the sales chain. Most manufacturers are finding more 

benefits from being cross-functional, offering more digital 

technology for their products. 

Customers are able to access data through their machines. This 

data is accessible in the cloud. This makes improved collaboration 

with stakeholders. 

Emphasis on Rapidity 

Industrial machinery results in high-quality work, crafted 

with precision. This quality results in reliability. Before, manufacturers 

relied on talented engineers to craft machinery 

with this quality. Today, manufacturers also add customer insights 

to the manufacturing process. 

Today, this process produces quality machinery but does so 

rapidly. Speed-to-market has always been a customer need. 

Technology is able to integrate machinery at market value but 

with fast results. 

Redefining Customer 

Relationship 

There is no longer the model of production, sales, service, and 

design. 

Today, technology is measuring customer satisfaction. Since 

these updates are automatic, manufacturers understand 

what customers want. This boils down to collecting customer 

data: how they shop, purchase, use, and replace equipment. 

When analyzing, manufacturers have a better idea of what 

customers want and are able to deliver results. 

With technology, customer feedback is easy. Customers are 

eager to review product design and order progress. They can 

immediately connect to service teams if they encounter an issue. 

Targeted Prospecting 

Technology makes it easier to connect with your customers, 

but also with your prospects. This is a useful marketing method 

while implementing social media. 


Either directly or indirectly marketing your brand to prospects 

helps increase the chances of new sales opportunities. 

Industrial Equipment is 

Undergoing Technological 

Change 

Technology makes it easier to handle equipment. 

Innovations in technology help productivity and data can 

be available on platforms such as the cloud. The sales and 

renewal steps are easier to manage and you can conveniently 

access customer data as they use your equipment. 

Technology has created a different industrial customer, 

but the process runs more efficiently. 

Contact us if you need help marketing your industrial machinery 

company. 


Dr. Nacondus Gamble knows this all too well. After 

her optometry practice, The South Eastern Eye 

Center, began to establish a reputation for great 

patient care, Dr. Gamble decided she was ready to 

expand. So she began looking for business financing 

to open another location in Georgia. That’s when 

she discovered that many lenders don’t share her 

commitment to high-quality service. 

I called a couple of places, 

but I just felt like they 

“ 

were taking advantage of 

me,” she said. “It was unnecessarily 

harsh.” 

Dr. Gamble ended up borrowing through Funding 

Circle, an online platform focused exclusively on 

small business loans. Known for its speed, transparency 

and customer service, Funding Circle has helped 

more than 40,000 businesses around the world get financing, 

says co-founder and U.S. managing director 

Sam Hodges. 

Today there are more options than ever before for 

businesses looking to grow. While some of these 

newer options can offer a significant leg up, others 

can actually end up doing more harm than good. 

So how can you get the best deal on a business 

loan? It helps to watch out for these three common 

mistakes: 

GROWING YOUR BUSINESS? 

T 

HESE 

BRANDPOINT 

FINANCING 

MISTAKES CAN COST 

YOU BIG 

(BPT) - STARTING A BUSINESS CAN 

BE TOUGH. GROWING ONE CAN 

BE EVEN HARDER. 


Not understanding the true cost 

1of your loan 

When shopping for a business loan, it’s easy to become overwhelmed 

by fast-talking salespeople, endless strings of acronyms 

and confusing terms. If it’s unclear how much you’ll really pay 

for financing, that’s a good sign you should walk away, Hodges 

cautions. 

A good lender will always be willing to help you calculate the Annual 

Percentage Rate (APR) and explain all the terms of your loan 

clearly. They’ll also help you understand what fees you can expect 

over the life of the loan - some lenders sneak in additional hidden 

fees, concealing them in fine print or confusing legalese, which can 

significantly inflate the cost. 

Getting trapped in daily or weekly 

repayment 2 cycles 

Some types of business financing can seem like a godsend for a 

company in need of fast cash. These providers promise easy approval 

with quick access to funds. However, that speed can come 

at a steep price - in many cases, the provider takes a portion of 

your sales on a daily or weekly basis until the debt is repaid. 

Term loans are often the better option, Hodges says. They allow 

businesses to borrow a set amount of money for a specific purpose, 

like hiring new staff or stocking up on inventory. The funds 

are then paid back over a set amount of time, with consistent 

monthly payments and no surprise fees. 

Not knowing what you deserve 

3 

While many finance providers have your best interests at heart, the 

truth is that not all do. Some use irresponsible or misleading practices 

and take advantage of small business owners’ need for cash. 

After seeing countless small businesses get stuck with credit 

products they couldn’t afford or understand, a coalition of small 

business advocates, lenders and online credit marketplaces came 

together to launch the Small Business Borrowers’ Bill of Rights. As 

the first-ever gold standard for responsible business lending, the 

Bill of Rights outlines the rights and safeguards that small businesses 

should expect from finance providers. 

These include the right to transparent pricing and terms - ensuring 

business owners can see the cost and terms of any financing being 

offered in writing and in a form that is clear, complete and easy to 

compare with other options - and the right to non-abusive products 

that won’t trap you in an expensive cycle of re-borrowing. 

Before you take out any financing, check if your lender has signed 

on at ResponsibleBusinessLending.org. 

Considering a loan for your business? You should know the five 

things business lenders typically care about when evaluating 

your application. To maximize your success, read more at 

www.Made2DoMore.com. 


IDENTIFY 

By B Todd - ezinearticles.com 

BIM (Building Information Modeling) 

helps to review a construction 

plan, identifying constructability 

issues during the pre-construction 

stage. BIM implementation detects potential 

obstacles and design flaws that might result 

in cost overruns and rework. The evaluation 

of the entire project process is made through 

BIM before construction. The whole project 

analysis can be made from concept design 

through as built, identifying issues that may 

be encountered due to design incompatibility, 

space conflict, circulation, logistics and 

more. Revisions and design update can also 

be tracked during design development of a 

project. Moreover, BIM helps to improve the 

site process. 

LET’S CHECK OUT HOW BIM CAN HELP 

TO RESOLVE CONSTRUCTABILITY ISSUES 

FOR VARIOUS TRADES 

ELECTRICAL TRADE - Electrical drawings 

of a large construction may not be equally 

comprehended and interpreted by all project 

stake holders. This leads to rework in construction 

and wastage of time and resource. 

3D BIM collaboration is an efficient way of 


CONSTRUCTABILITY ISSUES 

FOR VARIOUS TRADES WITH 

BIM 

bringing all project stakeholders on the same platform. 

BIM Constructability Review helps in this regard by 

acting as a visual tool for managers, field personnel & 

other stake holders. Highest level BIM coordination 

ensures fast and error free construction, reducing field 

generated change orders and rework. Furthermore, installation 

disruptions and work stoppages are eliminated. Constructability 

issues identified by BIM in electrical trade include adequacy 

of space for installation, operation and maintenance, optimum 

use of fittings, use of bend radius as per codes, mounting heights 

as per codes, clearance between services and locating electrical 

items in proper place. 

CONCRETE - BIM helps to find several inconsistencies in the 

input drawings and incomplete information for concrete trade. 

Several conflicts get identified which could have affected the 

actual construction in terms of cost, material and manpower. 

BIM minimizes wastages by revising designs like changing pouring 

sequence, modifying mat slab thickness, terminating floor 

opening and more. 

HVAC TRADE- BIM coordination helps to identify clash 

and raised it to consultants, which results in revision of design. 

Coordination problems get resolved through drawing validation 

such as flue duct clashing with structure and other trades, FPB 

clash with wall and structure and more. The final HVAC model is 

produced by removing clashes through re-routing and re-sizing 

of duct as well as by changing elevation. This helps to pre-fabricate 

assemblies in quality set-up, reducing installation time, 

wastage and cost. 

Seek constructability review through BIM and resolve clashes 

before construction. Constructability review and clash detection 

analysis are often performed with software like Autodesk 

design review, Navisworks and more. Choose a proficient BIM 

service provider to identify construction conflicts and fix them 

efficiently. BIM visual analysis helps to achieve building safety 

standards, enabling visualization of schedule with installation 

of permanent building parts & temporary safety arrangements 

before construction. Implement BIM to match your construction 

workflow in the perfect way. 

Pinnacle Infotech is a leader in BIM (Building Information 

Modeling) with delivery centers in India, USA, UAE, UK, Italy 

& Switzerland. Over 850 BIM professionals collaborate across 

time zones offering quick turnarounds on construction projects. 

BIM services offered by the company include 3D Modeling, BIM 

Clash Coordination, Shop Drawings, BOQ and more. 



CONSTRUCTION 

MANAGEMENT 

PLANNING AND SCHEDULING 

By Basharat K 

ezinearticles.com 

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT IS A BROAD TERM THAT 

DEALS WITH VARIOUS KEY STEPS IN A CONSTRUCTION 

PROJECT. SCHEDULING, FOR INSTANCE, IS A MANAGEMENT 

TOOL THAT HELPS LEADERS MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS ABOUT 

DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES ON A SITE. WE OFTEN USE TERMS PLANNING 

AND SCHEDULING INTERCHANGEABLY. HOWEVER, THERE IS A CON- 

SIDERABLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THESE TWO COMPONENTS. 


corporate strategic plans, etc. All these plans deal 

with the following four major steps: 

• DIVIDING THE WORK INTO VARIOUS 

ACTIVITIES 

• DEFINING THE SEQUENCE BY WHICH 

ALL THE ACTIVITIES SHOULD BE 

CARRIED OUT 

• ACTIVITIES REPRESENTATION 

• MAKING RATIONAL ESTIMATES OF 

RESOURCES, TIME, COST, ETC. 

Every project is different in nature. It is possible 

that a single person can handle a simple project 

which only involves few defined activities. However, 

most of the construction projects are complicated; 

managers have to define and organize 

thousands of activities. The more complex a project, 

the greater the number of activities. Sometimes it 

becomes humanly impossible to handle thousands 

of activities without software capabilities. 

When a project manager has to deal with numerous 

activities, it is recommended to develop a communication 

platform where all the stakeholders can easily 

access information and develop an understanding 

throughout the various construction stages. Work 

breakdown structure (WBS) is a common example 

of how a large plan can be effectively organized. 

Planning is a general term that refers to a roadmap, a clear path that should be 

followed in order to complete a project successfully. In construction management, 

planning is about breaking down a project into definable, identifiable, 

and measurable activities. The next step is to establish the logical interdependencies 

among these activities. The planning stage usually deals with the 

following three questions: 

• WHAT IS GOING TO BE DONE? 

• HOW ARE THINGS GOING TO BE DONE? 

• WHO WILL BE COMPLETING VARIOUS ACTIVITIES? 

• WHAT WILL BE THE EXPECTED COST? 

How do we carry out scheduling in a construction 

project? There are many techniques and methods 

to conduct scheduling. Some of them are task matrix, 

network diagram, and line-of-balance scheduling. 

Matrix scheduling is a simple way of handling 

small projects. Other techniques are designed to 

handle complex tasks and activities. 

It is recommended to have a reputable third-party 

project management service on board in order to 

complete complex projects with great efficiency. 

SPS specializes in and provides third-party progress 

measurement, scheduling, cost management, 

reporting, modeling and other project management 

services to the construction industry in Canada. 

Construction projects involve many technical factors that should be given due 

attention. Only specialized project managers can carry out a project efficiently. 

A construction task may involve a number of stakeholders with varying 

priorities and interests. For instance, plans can exist at different levels: shortterm 

construction plans, long-term construction plans, pre-tender plans, 



WHAT ARE 

TRANSFORMERS 

AND HOW ARE THEY TESTED? 

By Mukesh Tolani - ezinearticles.com 


Understanding a transformer is not 

a rocket science, as it is simply a static 

device, whose main function is to supply 

power from one source to another. Its 

working is mainly based on Faraday’s 

Law of electromagnetic induction. It has 

coils, windings and cores perform its 

working of power transmitting without 

making any changes in the frequency. Its 

primary coil is basically connected to the 

alternating current supply, so, current 

smoothly makes its way to pass through. 

And its secondary coil is connected to 

the alternative flux. 

ing over the product to the clients, so, they’ll get 

the safe and error-free product, which give them 

value for money. If you want to know about main 

tests in detail, so, take a look below. 

Open-Circuit Test: 

This type of test is mainly performed to determine 

any iron losses and no loading problem of 

the device. It is very much important to check, as 

your carelessness can be the reason for a big loss 

in the near future. 

Short-Circuit Test: 

Nowadays, there is a transformer 

available to fulfill the sole motive of a 

particular application by stepping up 

or stepping down the voltage level in a 

safer way, as per the requirement. The 

device basically has no moving parts 

and one can easily use it because of its 

user-friendly construction. In today’s 

modern world, you may find their 

presence easily in almost all types of 

electrical application in all the industries, 

which increases its demand in the market. 

Out of all available types, choosing 

the right model, design, size is a task, but 

if you have knowledge about how much 

voltage your application required, so, 

you can easily make a wise decision. 

Though, before you buy the transformer; 

they need to pass several tests 

to ensure safe and smooth operation. 

These tests are mainly performed by the 

Transformer Manufacturers before hand- 

It is basically used to determine the copper 

losses, which is important to identify at the 

very first stage to prevent any big problem from 

arising in the future. 

Both the tests are performed by applying 

some simple techniques, though only professionals 

can do this, as your one wrong connection 

or test may take the deadly turn in the 

future. To avoid such risk, always buy this static 

device from a prominent company that offers 

you the device after performing all the necessary 

tests to ensure the safety of the product, plant, 

and personnel working on it. 

Trutech Products is the most trusted brand 

in manufacturing control transformer in India. 

Being the leading Transformer Manufacturers 

in India we offer wide range of transformers in 

different specifications. 



seattle resources 


CONSTRUCTION RESOURCE GUIDE 

BUILDING MATERIALS 

VALLEY SUPPLY CO — BOOTH 170 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.VALLEYSUPPLY.COM 

8310 MALTBY RD, WOODINVILLE, WA 98072 

(425) 786-4469 

Valley Supply Company is your ONE-STOP procurement source for building materials on residential and commercial projects in 

Western and Central Washington. 

FINANCIAL 

EASTSIDE FUNDING — BOOTH 331 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.EASTSIDEFUNDING.COM 

3927 LAKE WASHINGTON BLVD NE, KIRKLAND, WASHINGTON 98033 

(425) 444-2274 

We provide innovative financing solutions to suit your individual needs. 

FLEET MANAGEMENT 

ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT — BOOTH 505 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.EFLEETS.COM 

(425) 917-7564 

With hands-on management, award-winning technology, and the infrastructure and expertise of Enterprise, the world’s largest fleet 

operator, we’ll show you how far an exceptional fleet program can take your organization while saving you thousands. 

FLOORING 

WOODWUDY WHOLESALE FLOORING 

woodwudy.com 

163 GLEN STREET NORTH / FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214 

(877) 966-3983 

Woodwudy Wholesale Flooring offers hardwood, waterproof flooring (LVT/LVP) & flooring supplies at wholesale prices online and in 

store for our customers. 

FULL SERVICE SIGN CENTER 

SIGNARAMA-REDMOND — BOOTH 221 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.SIGNARAMA-REDMOND.COM 

8563 154TH AVE NE, REDMOND WA, 98052 

(425) 861-9341 

Signarama Redmond are visual marketers, passionate about helping you bring your brand and visual communication vision to 

life by offering a full-range of innovative signage solutions, custom-designed to meet your specific business needs and budgetary 

requirements. We use the latest technology and deliver the highest quality products to produce customize signage solutions to help 

increase your business visibility, deliver messaging with impact to customers and/or employees. 



CONSTRUCTION RESOURCE GUIDE 

OIL TANKS 

TANKS BY DALLAS — BOOTH 92 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.TANKSBYDALLAS.NET 

17552 BALLINGER WY NE, LAKE FOREST PARK WA 98155 

(206) 365-0291 

Tanks by Dallas is the ideal choice for locating and decommissioning your oil tank. Our crew handles both 

residential and commercial oil tank work, and is licensed, insured, and bonded for your peace of mind. Contact 

Tanks By Dallas for professional tank locating, tank fill and place, tank removal, and soil testing in WA. 

seattle resources 

SYNTHETIC LAWN 

FOREVER LAWN BELLEVUE — BOOTH 321 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.FOREVERLAWNBELLEVUE.COM 

2620 BELLEVUE WAY NE STE 178, BELLEVUE WA, 98004 

(425) 223-1249 

ForeverLawn provides innovative artificial grass solutions to create landscapes that are both beautiful and functional. ForeverLawn 

develops some of the most innovative and need-specific solutions on the market. 

STEEL BUILDINGS 

PACIFIC BUILDING SYSTEMS — BOOTH 235 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.PBSBUILDINGS.COM 

2100 N PACIFIC HWY, WOODBURN OR, 97071 

(503) 981-9581 

Pacific Building Systems has been manufacturing steel structures since 1962. PBS’s components have a 30-year warranty and the 

steel buildings are renowned for how easy they are to assemble and erect. 

STAFFING 

TRADES MASTERS — BOOTH 441 AT THE BUILD EXPO SHOW 

WWW.TRADESMASTERS.NET 

CORPORATE OFFICES: (888) 357-5276, INFO@TRADESMASTERS.NET 

Trades Masters is skilled labor provider that specializes in the Construction industry. we maintain a large, full-time skilled labor 

workforce, which we provide to our clients on an as-needed basis. 


Booth #505 

Gregory.S.Hackett@efleets.com 

website: www.efleets.com 

Vehicle Fleet Management Strategy Made Simple: 

Every fleet is unique – from size, to makes and models, to driver needs and specific 

applications. Luckily, our process for optimizing fleets is refreshingly 

straightforward. Enterprise Fleet Management will create and manage a 

customized, complete fleet management program, enabling your team to focus on 

other tasks (like serving customers). But we won’t stop there. At every turn, we’ll 

evaluate fleet performance and identify opportunities for continuous 

improvement and efficiency. Our discipline will ensure you get the most out of 

your investment in your vehicles – and your partnership with us. 

Customized Plan: 

Meet your dedicated Account Manager. They have deep industry knowledge and 

experience from managing thousands of vehicles through Enterprise rental 

branches. They also understand the ways that vehicle needs and pricing change by 

season in your industry and area. Using our innovative tools and resources, they'll 

work hand-in-hand with you to analyze your current fleet, identify immediate 

opportunities for savings and craft a comprehensive plan for the year ahead, 

including which vehicle makes and models meet your objective, as well as the best 

time to buy. They'll also show you the incredible technology and apps you'll both 

use to monitor your fleet – and your success. 

Management & Continuous Improvement: 

There's no need to wait and see how your fleet management plan is faring. Your 

Account Manager will monitor fleet performance, fuel expenses, industry trends 

and changing business needs to ensure your total cost of ownership remains low – 

and your drivers stay happy. Our team will also handle maintenance – as well as 

licensing, registration, titles, and help manage after-market additions as vehicles 

are replaced or added. Leave the hassles to us. 

Review, Revise, Repeat: 

At your Annual Review, you’ll discuss how your fleet operated in the past year. 

Your Account Manager will listen to your needs for the year ahead and provide 

meaningful fleet recommendations. You’ll also receive a Cost Going Forward 

Analysis outlining anticipated fleet operation costs. You'll leave the meeting 

confident and prepared for the future of your fleet. 

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If you are a company who owns and operates more than 20 vehicles in your fleet today and would like additional information on our programs, 

please contact Greg Hackett @ (425) 917-7564 

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