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6 qualities 

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SIMPLE GUIDE 

BY TINA S SMITH 

- EZINEARTICLES.COM 

TO IMPLEMENT 

JOB COSTING FOR 

PAYROLL EXPENSES IN 

QUICKBOOKS 2018 

SMBs and other middle-sized businesses have taken a resting 

breath after the moment Intuit, the designer of QuickBooks, 

declared cloud deployment in the QuickBooks software range. 

For business industry, the time is not less than a revolution period 

where most of the SMBs got the chance to cut out unwanted 

IT expenses. Intuit, the leader of wisest decisions & strategies, 

chose third parties for server alike needs and soon got success 

in naming cloud network handling platforms as QuickBooks 

server. Presumably, the main vision of hand over hosting related 

tasks to third parties is to boost their future projects and focus 

on goals precisely. 

Job Costing is the 

accurate way to know 

the exact pay for each 

job and thus it is very 

popular among taskbased 

businesses. 

Plenty businesses of today are unable to figure out the real aspects 

of profitability which in turns making it quite difficult for 

businesses to earn well. However, Job Costing is the accurate 

way to know the exact pay for each job and thus it is very popular 

among task-based businesses. SMBs and even huge enterprises 

find job costing as one of the most intact ways to cut the 

unnecessary wages that a company asks to pay to their employees 

in return for the work they had done. Construction firms, 

Professional service provider companies & other non-profit organizations 

are the major sectors that can have the pure benefit 

of job costing. 


STEPS TO SETUP 

QUICKBOOKS JOB 

COSTING & ITEM TRACK 

PAYCHECK EXPENSES!! 

• Choose “Edit” from the top menu bar and then click 

“preferences”. 

• Select “Accounting” from the pane opened on the 

left. 

• Then, click on the “Company Preferences” tab. 

• Ensure that the Use class tracking box is marked 

with a tick and Click “OK”. 

In order to get full benefits of job costing feature within 

your business premises, you need to first search out 

all the difficult job that is needy as per your business 

requirements but not necessarily require full-time 

worker. Afterwhile, identifying jobs that are not so 

profitable for your business could also help to figure 

out where all the profit actually going! 

However, these are the quick steps using which you 

can start job costing smart strategy within your business 

as well. 

Note: Mistakenly, If the checkbox remains unchecked 

then the options to Assign one class per Entire paycheck 

or Earnings item will not be available. 

• Similarly, Revise Step 1 and select “Payroll and Employees”. 

• Then, put the check mark in the Job Costing box 

and click”OK”. 

Further, checkmark on class and Item checking for paycheck 

expenses and decide how you want to track via 

Entire Paycheck or Earnings Item. 


SIMPLE GUIDE TO IMPLEMENT JOB COSTING ... CONTINUED 

It is equally important to keep in mind that whenever you 

create or edit payroll items in the QuickBooks software, 

one checkbox “Track Expenses” is being displayed on the 

desktop. On selecting this checkbox, QuickBooks desktop 

shifts all the items on employees paychecks just the 

way it does company-paid taxes. 

QUICK POINTS TO 

REMEMBER WHILE 

IMPLEMENTING JOB 

COSTING IN QUICKBOOKS 

Commitment to understanding the perks job costing going 

to offer to your business. 

• Enabling Estimates in your QuickBooks software and 

also selecting Yes under “Do you create estimates?” 

and “Do you use progress invoicing?”. 

• Assigning Expense Account to subcontractor items 

to make fetching of working hours easy and hassle-free. 

• Create jobs for your business by noticing each and 

every expense that you need to pay while serving 

customers. 

• Use Estimates and Progress Invoicing to change orders 

correctly and consistently right after knowing 

the issues. 

Without asking for extra expense and effort and integrating 

into the ongoing accounting software, Job costing 

let you have the rewards of enabling cost tracker for 

manufacturing jobs and saves you from the long process 

of calculating. 

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6 

QUALITIES 

OF AN 

EFFECTIVE 

CONSTRUCTION 

PROJECT MANAGER 

BY GRAEME HICK - EZINEARTICLE WRITER 

A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER IS RESPONSIBLE 

FOR MANAGING THE ENTIRE PROJECT. AND WHETHER 

THE PROJECT WILL BE A SUCCESS OR FAILURE DEPENDS 

LARGELY ON HOW EFFECTIVE OR INEFFECTIVE THE 

MANAGER IS. SO FOR A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT TO 

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JECT MANAGERS AND PROJECT MANAGERS NEED TO 

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OR BE AN EFFECTIVE PROJECT MANAGER: 

1Maintain excellent health and safety standard on site: 

Onsite accidents harm projects in multiple ways. Apart 

from the loss of workforce and the resultant productivity, 

it invites bad 

press, legal trouble, and THE WORK OF A CONSTRUCmuch 

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excellent manager, maintaining 

excellent onsite EXTREMELY COMPLEX AND 

TION PROJECT MANAGER IS 

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2Excellent communication: You are responsible to lead the 

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and confident commands. You have to communicate tasks 

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their problems to solve it. And how can you do it without possessing 

excellent communication skills? 

3Ability to delegate tasks and maximize productivity: Managers 

and workers are judged differently. A worker excellence 

lies in how well he does the job while a manager is measured 

by how handsomely he gets the job done. Needless to say, 

he must have the ability to size up workers’ strengths, weaknesses, 

expertise and potentials and then delegate tasks to ones most suitable. 

This is a great way to bring out the best in everyone and achieve 

maximum productivity. 


6 QUALITIES OF AN EFFECTIVE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER...CONT 

4Ability to prioritize activities: A construction 

project is not a single task but a combination of 

various activities that are multi-faceted, complex 

and above all interdependent. An effective construction 

manager must know how to prioritize activities. 

What must be done first and which tasks can be taken care 

of later so that productivity doesn’t suffer due to inter 

dependencies. 

5Value teamwork: Construction is not a solo effort 

but a team game. It involves a lot of cooperation 

and collaboration among diverse groups and individuals. 

Moreover, teamwork creates a more positive 

atmosphere boosting overall morale and productivity. 

6Possess problem solving skills: No construction 

project is devoid of its share of problems and obstacles. 

They have the tendency to crop up at the 

most inopportune moment, leading to delay and 

overspending. To take best care of such irritants, a manager 

must possess excellent problem solving skills. He must 

be able to predict and forecast what problems a project 

may encounter, and have multiple options and solutions 

ready. These problems include everything from weather 

issues, delivery delays and even personal issues amongst 

team members. A good construction manager is able to 

devise strategies that are specific to a particular project 

and tailored to a unique group of individuals. 

Final Thoughts 

The work of a construction project manager is extremely 

complex and multi-dimensional. You are dealing both with 

physical stuffs (like materials and equipment) as well as 

emotional (workers). And so you need both technical skills 

as well as people’s skills. 

You are required to be welcoming and approachable to 

create an atmosphere that workers enjoy being a part of. 

Dedication to both work-related and personal development 

is an integral part of what makes a good construction 

manager. And I hope these six tips will go a long way in 

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SIGNIFICANCE 

OF SUSTAINABLE 

CONCRETE 

INFRASTRUCTURE 

By Basharat K 

In the developed countries, the construction industry allocates 

around 40-50% of the construction budget on rehabilitation 

of existing concrete infrastructure. Maintenance, 

repair, seismic retrofitting, and inspection constitute a major 

portion of the rehabilitation cost. Concrete structures, 

such as tunnels, water tanks, and bridges, are difficult and 

costly to construct and maintain. Investments in new infrastructure 

and in repair and maintenance of the existing 

infrastructure are huge. The requirements for durability, 

sustainability and productivity are increasing. 

In the UK alone, more than 500 million pounds are 

spent on the rehabilitation of structurally deficient 

concrete structures. The rehabilitation process of 

bridges and roads also involve heavy indirect costs. Maintenance 

activities cause less disruption to road users if 

they are carried out in a well-planned and timely manner. 

The concrete reinforcement is one of the most crucial materials 

that determine the strength and expected service 

life of a structure. Traditional steel reinforcement, for example, 

is not susceptible to corrosion which ultimately leads 

to expensive repair and maintenance. Civil engineers have to 

select the materials carefully as the requirements for longer 

service life with minimum maintenance is increasing. 

Widespread structural deficiency increases the constraints 

on the materials to be used. At the same time, society is also 

imposing environmental demands, and even if durability is 

the most important environmental parameter for infrastructure 

constructions, environmental issues are the main drivers 

for the development of new materials. These new materials 

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environmental impact. 

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In the developed countries, the construction industry allocates 

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existing concrete infrastructure. 


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In order to meet the future requirements, 

it is essential that structural engineers 

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make civil infrastructure more dependable 

and sustainable. 

The application of FRP composites in civil 

engineering should be promoted worldwide. 

Countries like Canada, Japan, and 

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How GPS 

Vehicle Trackers 

Improve 

Navigation 

& SAVE YOUR TIME 

By Amrit Mirpuri 

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With more cars on the roads than ever before, managing 

your everyday commute can be quite a hassle 

without a GPS vehicle tracker giving you navigation 

tips and traffic information. What initially started as 

a safety feature has now become a necessity for vehicle 

owners, offering so many benefits in so many ways 

that people don’t want to buy a car without a GPS 

tracker anymore. The tech does more than just give 

you a real-time update of your vehicle’s location - it 

can also help save a lot of your time that would otherwise 

be wasted on getting trapped in traffic jams on 

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this amazing piece of tech can help you with your driving? 

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Route optimization 

City roads are always overcrowded, especially during peak traffic 

hours when even the smallest of commutes can eat up a lot 

of your productive time. Issues such as constructions, accidents 

or special events like VIP movement also lead to roads getting 

cordoned off and traffic getting diverted. Without a GPS vehicle 

tracker giving you real time information about what lies ahead, 

you will never know to change your route before it is too late, 

and you are caught in a traffic jam. The route optimization features 

of GPS trackers can help you avoid such scenarios and save 

a lot of time and frustration. 

Vehicle maintenance 

Many GPS vehicle trackers these days come equipped with 

telematics features including vehicle diagnostics, engine temperature 

indicators, fuel gauge, engine oil level displays and 

more. These are designed to give you a heads up about the 

health of your vehicle so that you can take necessary correc- 


would otherwise have been wasted in making constant 

phone calls to drivers for coordinating rides. 

Improved 

navigation 

For car owners who love taking their vehicles out 

on exploratory rides, having a GPS tracker can be a 

major boon as it can give them real time data about 

their location, which will be extremely helpful in 

finding their bearings in case a driver is lost, and 

in charting out the further route to take. Improved 

navigation and location tracking can help prevent 

many unnecessary delays and ensure the driver gets 

to their destination using the best, safest and most 

time-saving road possible. 

GPS vehicle trackers can truly make your rides faster, 

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tive action well in time and avoid troublesome and delay-causing consuming 

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Whether you run a transportation enterprise with a fleet of different vehicles 

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Knowing the current location of your car can save a lot of your time that 

About the Author: 

Amrit Mirpuri was born in Manila, Philippines. He attended 

the University of Central Florida and gained 

a degree in Business Management. He is presently 

the C.E.O. of L.A. Group of Companies based in the 

Philippines which consists of L.A. Car Accessories 

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main exposures that include: 

• PHYSICAL DAMAGE 

• GENERAL LIABILITY 

• AVIATION COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY 

• NON-OWNED AVIATION LIABILITY 

Some of the leading risks involved in drone usage 

involve the following: 

• A drone crash or collision with a human-operated 

aircraft in mid-air 

BECAUSE OF ALL THE 

RISKS 

BY M WYZANSKI 


• Damage that result from a collision 

with foreign objects, like flying birds, 

trees, utility poles, higher buildings 

• When a drone loses control as a result 

of system malfunction, flying out of the 

signal range, or flying in a location without 

communication 

• Malicious acts that target critical 

infrastructure and cause related losses 

and damages 

• Cyberattacks, including spoofing or 

hacking utilized radio signals so that 

drone comes down or is in control of the 

hacker or for the purpose of stealing data 

• Battery power disruption 

• Privacy, trespass and nuisance infringement 

as laid down by the Federal Aviation 

Administration on behalf of the public 

• When piloting and operating skills are 

not up to safety and efficiency par 

Protective drone insurance coverage is 

now available for the following industries 

that are listed below: 

• Agriculture, Farming 

• Construction, Renovations 

• General Contractors 

• Hospitality (hotels, motels, inns, etc) 

• Private Investigators 

• Home Inspectors 

• Manufacturers of Drones and Associated 

Products 

• Photographers 

• Real Estate 

• Schools and Colleges 

• Parties and Special Events 

• Drone Educators and Training Providers, 

Flight Schools, Universities, Colleges 

• Drone Suppliers and Distributors 

• Drone Repair and Service Centers 

Insurance assessment is generally based 

upon a number of variables, such as: 

• Drone value, as well as its accompanying 

equipment 

• Distance and flight capabilities 

• Drone flying airspace 

• Storage site 

• Type of cargo 

• Drone features 

• Specified design of operations 

For more on commercial drone insurance, 

contact an experienced independent 

agent. Through his or her wide 

network of underwriters, he or she will 

be able to pinpoint individual exposure 

and customize a comprehensive business 

plan that will shield you and your company 

from related perils and hazards - at 

competitively lowest rates. 

PRIME Insurance is a family owned and 

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com/9851845 



NASHVILLE EXHIBITOR LIST 

Build 

expo 

Exhibitor List 

BOOTH COMPANY BOOTH COMPANY 

109 ABC SUPPLY CO. INC. 

434 HILTI INC 

116 ADA AUTOMATED DOORS & ACCESS 

208 IDB FURNITURE & SIGNS 

308 ADVANTAGE INNOVATIONS 

421 INFINITY NORTHEAST INC 

817 AFS 

222 JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS 

410 ALSIDE EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS 

105 KABBAGE 

634 ANY LAB TEST NOW 

417 KINETICO WATER (AQUA PURE SOLUTIONS) 

101 ARCITELL LLC 

510 LAKE STREET HOMES 

118 ASSOCIATED BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS 

435 LEDFORD INSURANCE AGENCY /AFLAC 

GREATER TENNESSEE CHAPTER 

217 LOWES 

115 AVERUS 

207 MALTA DYNAMICS 

516 BAD DOG TOOLS 

315 MOMENTUM MEDIA 

517 BANKERS INSURANCE GROUP 

107 NASHVILLE PLYWOOD CO 

117 BONE DRY ROOFING 

221 OAKHURST SIGNS 

215 BUILDER FINANCE, INC. 

216 PASKR INC 

812 CENTURION STONE LLC 

824 PLUMBERS, PIPEFITTERS, HVAC TECHNICIANS 

409 CHARLEY PANTS 

UNION 572 OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE 

806 CHARLIE IRWIN PAINTING 

521 PRICE CPA’S, PLLC 

433 CHRYSLER DODGER JEEP RAM OF COLUMBIA 317 PRIDE INDUSTRIES INC / ULTRA SCREEN 

522 CLARK HALL IRON DOORS 

416 PULJAK COMPANY 

119 COOK AND BOARDMAN 

234 READ WINDOW PRODUCTS LLC 

804 CREECH LADDER NASHVILLE 

816 RELIA LAB TESTING 

134 CSI NASHVILLE 

821 RESTORATION PLUS 

436 DAD’S TOWING 

814 SEARS HOMETOWN APPLIANCES 

WEST NASHVILLE WRECKER SERVICE 

111 SEE-LED 

103 DELTA CAST STONE 

235 SERVICE PARTNERS LLC 

218 DONELSON AIR SERVICE EXPERTS 

810 STONEHOUSE WATER TECHNOLOGIES 

233 ENHANCIFY.COM 

316 SOUTH EAST ASSOCIATES 

735 FINCHUM SPORTS FLOORS LLC 

826 TENNESSEE811 

ACTION FLOOR SYSTEMS 

515 THE C & F COMPANY LLC 

832 FLOOR MAX DIRECT 

125 WAYNE PEST CONTROL 

615 FOX CONSTRUCTION “S&S GUTTERS” 

321 WILSONART LLC 

422 GAF 

328 ZERO GRAVITY 

415 GRAYBAR ELECTRIC SUPPLY 

808 HAJOCA PLUMBING SUPPLY 

318 HELLOCLOSETS 



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124 223 224 323 324 

122 221 222 321 328 

423 

421 

434 

435 

436 634 

KEYNOTE 

SPEAKER 

523 524 

521 522 

410 510 

735 

623 

SEATING 

105 

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116 215 216 315 316 

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NASHVILLE workshops 

TOM WOODCOCK 

SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS 

Show Floor 

All Seminars at the Build Expo are FREE to attend! 

Build 

expo 

Maximizing Associations to Gain Customers : keynote 

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

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! 

TOM WOODCOCK 

Show Floor 

10 Common Mistakes in Construction Selling : keynote 

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


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. 

TOM WOODCOCK 

ROOM 108 

Sharpen Your Sales Tools 

WEDNESDAY :: 9:30AM - 11:00AM 


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 

TOM WOODCOCK 

ROOM 108 

Beating the Low Bid Game: Closing Deals in Construction 

THURSDAY :: 9:30AM - 11:00AM 


Stop letting price be the determining factor in winning projects! This 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. 



JOSHUA RAMSEY 


ROOM 109 


Build 

expo 

Google Specialist Teaching – 2019 Website Strategies (Part 1of 2) 


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. 

JOSHUA RAMSEY 

ROOM 109 

Google Partner Teaching Deeper Online Strategies. (Part 2 of 2) 

THURSDAY :: 9:30AM - 10:30AM 

1. Be Found By Your Customers 

2. Generate More Online Leads 

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. 

CRAIG INGRAM 

ROOM 103A 

The Real Value of a Free Call to 811 


Target Audience: Builders and contractors who excavate or manage projects involving excavation. 

Prevention Act in Tennessee. 

A look at why the free call to 811 is worth your time and how it helps you manage liability on a job site, including 

an evaluation of the impact of utility damages and an update on enforcement of the Underground Utility Damage 

Craig Ingram, the Public Awareness Manager for Tennessee811, uses more than 12 years of industry experience to promote safe digging 

and utility damage prevention through education and coordination efforts across the state of Tennesssee. 

STAN ALDRIDGE 

ROOM 103B 

Water Proof Flooring 

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

Target Audience: Engineers, Architects, and Designers 

Come and listen to a flooring expert from the Mecca of flooring describe to you the amazing traits of this new “ 

water proof “ flooring - sun light proof, sand proof, spill resistant and stain resistant. This incredible new flooring 

system is redefining style and ease of installation for basements, kitchens, bathrooms, and even whole homes. A builders best friend, 

this item is worry free and amazing. 




MICHELE TIPTON 


ROOM 103C 


Build 

expo 

The ABC and Ds of Fall Protection 


Target Audience: Engineers, Architects, and Designers 

The ABC and Ds of Fall Protection is designed to train students in the best practices, means and methods of understanding, identifying 

and eliminating both existing and potential fall hazards. Students will also be provided with an in-depth exposure to the hierarchy of 

fall protection. 

• Why OSHA and ANSI Standards of Fall Protection exist. 

• Fall Prevention/Restraint/Arrest 

• Anchors, Bodywear, Connectors and Deceleration Device 

(SRL) 

• Equipment Selection, Inspection and Donning 

• Testing of Fall Protection Equipment 

• Authorized and Competent Persons’ Duties and 

Responsibilities 

KELLY PETTERSEN 

ROOM 107B 

Effective Construction Schedule - Understanding and Managing the Critical Path 


Target Audience: Developers, asset managers, property managers, architects, general contractors, 

designers 

Scheduling enables construction professionals to effectively manage projects, forecast completion dates, and 

communicate the overall construction plan. This session will discuss how to properly develop and manage a 

schedule throughout the project. Specific topics covered include scheduling basics; developing a realistic baseline schedule; critical 

path method (CPM) scheduling, revisions and updates to the schedule; and cost loading / resource loading and reporting. 

GRAY GIFFORD 

ROOM 103A 

Building Brands: How Branding Can Translate to a Higher ROI 

WEDNESDAY :: 11:00AM - 12:00PM 


designers 

An introduction to property brand management in the early stages of development through design, exterior features, amenities, and 

digital. The class will cover: 

• Macro trends in the labor market 

• Strategies to control cost across products 

• The power and impact of a brand 

• Executing plans and measuring returns 

GRAY GIFFORD 

ROOM 103A 

Batten Down the Hatches: Preparing Your Business for the Next Downturn 

THURSDAY :: 11:00AM - 12:00PM 


designers 

Examining lessons learned from previous cycles and applying them to prudent management strategies to help your business survive 

the next market downturn. Key lessons will branch on: 

• Examining company past, vision, and infrastructure 

• Cross training and vendor diversification 

• Building standard operating procedures to create efficiency 

• Identifying opportunities for growth and sustainability 



AARON HENDERSON 



Build 

expo 

ROOM 107A 

Making the Case for Technology in Construction - A Step-By-Step Guide 


Target Audience: Construction and design professionals interested in adopting technology to effectively 

scale and grow their operations. 


Through advances in technology, the construction industry will see more change in the next five years than it has in the previous two 

decades. As the industry embraces technology, companies that adapt will thrive while those that do not will struggle to survive. 

In this one hour workshop, construction technology expert Aaron Henderson of PASKR software will walk participants through 

1.) How technology is changing the industry, 

2.) Why technology adoption is imperative, 

3.) A checklist for selecting the right technology/technologies, and 

4.) A guide for successfully implementing new technologies. 

Upon completion of this workshop, construction professionals will be armed with the knowledge and tools they need to 

1.) Make the case for technology in their own company, 

2.) Successfully choose the right software for their company, 

3.) Successfully implement new technology for scalability and growth. 

JIM WARD 

ROOM 110A 

Commercial Property Owners: Receive Tax Savings of $60K - $100K for each $1M 

in building cost. Available for properties costing over $200,000. It’s Your Money, 

Keep More of It. 


Target Audience: Owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors 

Recent IRS changes provide commercial property owners additional cash flow through reduced taxes. It’s done by accelerating the 

depreciation. I’ll give an easy to understand explanation of what this means in the class. Learn how to receive tax savings that average 

6-10% of building cost. A $10M building can bring you $600,000 to $1 Million in additional cash. Do you have $500,000 invested in a 

tenant space improvement – increased cash of $30-$50,000. 

This interactive class will include: 

•An easy to understand overview of the new tax laws. Explanations will be for non-accountants and everything shown will apply 

directly to your property 

•Descriptions of the process used to get these tax savings to you 

•Review of various past projects showing tax savings received and fees charged. Property types will include: 

New Construction, Purchased Buildings, Properties owned for several years, Residential Rental Property, 

Tenant Spaces, Remodels & Renovations 

•A closing Q&A with include plenty of time to answer all your questions 

KEM HINTON 

ROOM 110B 

Nashville Civic Design: The good, bad, and the ugly 


Target Audience: Architects, urban planners, landscape architects, civil engineers, historians, visitors 

to Nashville, politicians, planning officials, general contractors and subcontractors 

Nashville is booming... but is it blooming? Or is it just becoming the next Atlanta? This presentation will feature some excellent 

examples of successful urban design, planning, architecture, and public art. Revelation of a few misfires and blunders will also be 

included, all of this in an effort to self-examine and understand how Music City is transforming into a very wonderful—and an equally 

disjointed and perplexing place. 

AIA 


CAD CONVERSION 

SERVICES WITH 

HIGH PRECISION & 

QUALITY 

By Biswanath Todi 

Paper to CAD conversion 

services are required by construction 

professionals. CAD 

specialists recreate the final 

output from paper drawings 

into CAD formats such as dwg, 

dgn, dxf and more. The scanning 

process is customized to 

match drawing requirement. 

HEADS UP DIGITIZING IS USED FOR BET- 

TER RASTER TO VECTOR CONVERSION 

FOR ANY SPECIFIC SET OF DRAWINGS. 

MOREOVER, QUICK CONVERSION OF 

HAND-SKETCHES TO CAD FORMAT IS 

OFFERED THROUGH MANUAL RE- 

DRAFTING OF DRAWINGS. 

Let’s check out a few CAD Conversion services 

in this regard: 

• ELECTRICAL PLANS - Electrical plans help to serve 

the utility industry such as power generation plants, refineries, 

food manufacturing and other production units across 

the world with electrical needs. Typical drawings for the pro- 


ject include power distribution layout, lighting system layout, 

audio visual design layout, security system plan, circuit breaker 

diagram, wiring and panel diagram, site plans, cable drawings, 

substation drawings and more. 

• FLOOR PLAN LAYOUT - Floor plan layouts help to 

visualize the entire working process of room and floor. Consequently, 

layout changes can be made such as wall removal, 

additional bathroom installation and more. Floor plan layout 

drawings are mostly helpful to people from mechanical, electrical 

and architectural trades. 

• AS-BUILT DRAWINGS -As-Built drawings are created 

by revising original design drawings, reflecting changes in varied 

fields. Changes in design are made by modifying component 

relocation for coordination, rerouting distribution system and 

various other reasons. As-built drawings are necessary during 

project remodeling or leased space change. Moreover, there could 

be other reasons such as historic preservation, asset management, 

emergency plan and other purpose. CAD drafters create 

As-built drawings for commercial as well as residential projects. 

Floor plans, evacuation plans, surveys and a host of other as-built 

services are offered by CAD drafters. 

• FIRE EVACUATION MAPS 

- Fire evacuation plan guides on the 

quickest way to fire exit and fire extinguisher 

location and fire call points for 

maintaining proper building safety. CAD 

service providers offer proficient fire 

evacuation maps to engineers as well as 

safety layout contractors. Code compliant 

evacuation maps are offered to hospitals, 

educational, residential, shopping malls 

and industrial buildings. Incompetent 

evacuation can lead to injury and property 

damage. Hence, while developing an 

emergency action plan, the conditions are 

determined under which an evacuation 

would be necessary. Specific evacuation 

process such as routes, exits, apt respirators 

and other factors are considered. Fire 

evacuation map CAD services include fire 

safety plans, safety equipment layout plan, emergency evacuation 

maps and more. Home builders, educational institutes, contractors, 

shopping malls and hospitals are benefitted from this CAD 

conversion service. 

• LEGACY DRAWING - Legacy conversion service helps to 

convert hard copy drawings to legacy software format, facilitating 

clients to achieve cost savings. Bulk drawing conversion services 

are offered to various sectors including power and chemical 

plants, refineries, food production & water treatment plants, 

hospitals, educational facilities and more. 

Seek an expert CAD drafting company offering CAD conversion 

services for construction and renovation projects and customize 

drawings to meet your specifications. 

Pinnacle Infotech offers CAD drafting services since inception in 

1992. CAD Conversion services provided by Pinnacle include Legacy 

Drawing Conversions, As-Built Drawings, Electrical Plans & 

Panel Layout, Fire Evacuation Maps, Floor Plan Layouts and more. 

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Biswanath_ 

Todi/2208995 



7 

ways 

construction 

firms can 

hire and retain 

quality tradesmen 

By Mark Trescothic 

WHETHER YOU ARE A CONSTRUCTION 

RECRUITMENT AGENCY OR A CON- 

STRUCTION FIRM ITSELF LOOKING TO 

HIRE THE BEST OF TALENT INDUSTRY 

HAS TO OFFER, HERE ARE A FEW 

IMPORTANT TIPS TO HELP YOU IN 

THIS QUEST. 

HIRE IN THE OFF SEASON: 

Conventional wisdom has it that you must 

never go grocery shopping while you are 

hungry. You tend to buy whatever you get at 

the earliest and that’s almost never a good 

bargain. The same is true for hiring tradesmen 

when you need them. 

So the best time to look for a tradesman is 

when you don’t require one. It will help you 

scan wide range of talents, be more selective, 

and acquire the kind of worker you exactly 

want. As an added piece of advice, aim for 

the off-season when many construction 

workers are out of work and you might get a 

bargain. 

PAY THE MARKET RATE: 

When you pay peanuts, you get only monkey! Firms 

who pay below-market wages not only have the 


least-qualified and least-productive employees, but they are 

also the ones always in need of new workers. Why? Because 

competitive tradesmen will leave you the moment they get 

more lucrative opportunities. Do I need to tell you what a dent it 

makes to overall productivity? 

PROVIDE A SAFE WORK 

ENVIRONMENT: 

Don’t underestimate the value of a safe and healthy workplace in 

retaining workforce. Too many workers falling sick on site might 

force others to look for a safer option. A major accident on site 

and the resultant bad press might turn away potential hires. 

DEVELOP A GREAT WORK 

CULTURE: 

There is something more than a good salary a qualified and 

talented tradesman look forward to. Bonuses, paid leaves, 

company outings, work-life balance, and retirement programs 

are some of the perks that entice the best of talents. The more 

people want to work for your company, the easier it will be to 

attract (and retain) quality people. 

INVEST IN YOUR WORKFORCE: 

I haven’t met a tradesman who doesn’t like adding on new skills 

or getting a pat on the back for a job well done. So it’s a good 

idea to invest in your workforce. When you provide them a 

chance to learn, grow and develop they can help your company 

do the same. Training improves the efficiency of the workers and 

quality of the output. This is also a great way to identify the people 

with potential to take on bigger roles within the company. 

BE IN STEP WITH TIME AND 

TECHNOLOGY: 

Embracing technology not only makes the company more efficient 

and productive but it also attracts younger and tech-savvy 

workforce. You can also publicize it as your USP to entice people 

buying your product or services. 

CHARACTER CAN PAY MORE DIVI- 

DEND THAN THE SKILL-SET OF 

A HIRE: 

Characters can’t be built, skills can be. People with character 

can make the most of the training you give them. Such workers 

are more likely to stick with you in bad times as compared to 

those with only skills and potential. 

Mark Trescothic is an editor in Content & Communication. He 

has given his key contribution in construction related topics. 

He spent years in writing content for construction firms and 

tradesmen. To find competent tradesmen in the UK, visit Bag a 

Builder. 

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Mark_Trescothic/2495368 



INSURANCE 

By M Wyzanski - ezinearticles.com 

Workers Compensation from the 

providing insurance companies 

is more concerned about the 

severity of injuries than the frequency 

of injury occurrence. Underscoring the 

concept is the requirement for all policyholders 

to institute a sound risk management program 

so that injuries and seriousness of injuries can 

be prevented or minimized. 

What businesses are offered this type of coverage? 

The following are included among other 

enterprises: 


• Logging Companies 

• Trucking Corporations 

• Agriculture produce and servicing businesses 

• Oil or Gas Suppliers 

• Maritime Operations 

• Some Manufacturing Companies 

• Construction Contractors 

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL 

HAULER INSURANCE 

COVERAGE 

Hazardous material haulers need this kind of 

tailored coverage. The Motor Carrier Coverage 

Insurance Form is generally used for commercial 

auto liability and commercial physical damage. 

Nonetheless, modifications to the general 

liability business coverage can be made so that 

specific pollution exposures can be provided. 

The MCS-90 endorsement is for hazardous materials 

can be offered as well, as per the Motor 

Carrier Act.

COVERAGE AND THE 

HAZARDOUS 

INDUSTRIES 

HAZARDOUS WASTE STORAGE 

AND DISPOSAL FACILITIES 

INSURANCE COVERAGE 

The US Environmental Protection Agency is also referred to 

as the EPA. It stipulates that owners and operators of hazardous 

waste treatment, storage and/or disposal services 

are required to have either related insurance or present 

financial papers that prove they have the ability to pay for 

third party damages caused by sudden accidents or damages 

that occurred from a non-sudden accident hazardous material 

occurrence. 

The United States Department of Transportation is also 

known as the DOT. Its MCS-90 endorsement is a mandated 

requirement by the US Motor Carrier Act and is incorporated 

when found to be necessary. 

Hazardous Waste insurance protects businesses that are 

engaged in generating, processing, transporting or disposing 

of related waste. Varying coverages include: 

• General Liability 

• Commercial Auto Liability 

• Workers Compensation 

• Umbrella Liability 

• Commercial Property Liability 

Of particular note is that commercial general liability typically 

includes high limits and a broad range of deductibles. 

By design, the coverage incorporates all compulsory EPA or 

individual state vernacular by endorsement and certificate 

and is accessible from the providing insurance underwriters. 

Of course, each commercial enterprise has its own specific 

protection needs. It is therefore essential to speak to an 

insurance professional about the differing affected variables. 

Together, you and your broker will outline a plan of requirements. 

Once this has been done, the independent agent that 

works with a wide network of leading insurance companies 

can do the shopping to locate a tailored program at the most 

competitively priced premium. 

For more on insurance related to the hazardous industries, 

consult with a knowledgeable independent insurance agency. 

HAVE A PRIME DAY! PRIME Insurance is an experienced 

award-winning independent agency. Winner of numerous 

industry-awards and recognized for its excellence by being 

appointed to do direct business with scores of the leading 

insurance companies, PRIME scouts its network to find customized 

policies at competitively lowest quotes. 

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/M_Wyzanski/2158115 



TIPS TO BUYING 

A572 GRADE 50 STEEL 

By Jeff Weigang 

ezinearticles.com 

IDENTIFY THE ENVIRONMENT 

Identifying the environment that the alloy will be exposed to is critical. You should 

establish the lowest and highest temperature that it could possibly be exposed to 

so that you know whether the metal will hold up or not. A Charpy test can also tell 

you about how brittle the metal will become in certain temperatures. 

Additionally, you want to look at the possibility of corrosion. One of the benefits 

of A572 Grade 50 is that it has an increased resistance to atmospheric corrosion. 


You need to familiarize yourself with all of the key characteristics 

so that you can determine whether this 

is the right category of steel for your specific 

job. Whether it is being used in fabrication, 

construction, an industrial setting, or something 

else, the characteristics of the alloy 

need to work well for you. 

FIND THE RIGHT 

SUPPLIER 

The supplier should be reputable within the 

industry. You can read through their website 

to find out what they offer and how long 

they have been in business. Additionally, you 

can utilize online reviews to tell you more 

about what they have been on mobile to 

offer other businesses. Once you know more 

about the reputation, you can then discuss 

costs and other details with them. 

There’s nothing wrong with asking questions 

before getting started. If you have questions 

about the quality, the conditions, or anything 

else, work with the supplier or with an 

organization such as the ABS. 

You won’t have to worry about going through any additional 

treatments. You’ll also get the long-term value that you hope 

to get with steel because of it being able to withstand all of the 

elements you expose it to. 

IDENTIFY KEY CHARACTERISTICS 

There is a reason that A572 grade 50 steel has been nicknamed 

the workhorse grade. It is used in a variety of applications because 

of its high strength. It is commonly formed into beams and 

channels because of its ability to withstand a significant amount 

of weight. You will even find that you need to use less of the material 

to achieve the strength requirements of the project. 

When you know that you want to buy A572 

Grade 50, be sure to find a supplier you can 

count on. Focus on quantity, delivery timeframes, 

and pricing. A good supplier will 

partner with you to make sure that all of 

your needs are met. It will be what ultimately 

leads to the success of the project you are 

working on - as well as future projects. 

Ranger Steel has always strived to form 

personal relationships with customers in a 

wide variety of industries. The industries we 

serve are as follows: ship building, oil and 

gas, mining, light and heavy commercial and 

industrial construction; service centers; as 

well as fabricators for heavy plate, vessel 

and heat exchangers, storage tanks, bridges, 

electrical transmission, and railcars. 

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Jeff_ 

Weigang/706260 



WHAT MAKES ERP 

AN IMPERATIVE SOLUTION FOR 

THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY? 

By Rob Stephen - ezinearticles.com 


The construction industry is undeniably the foundation of an economy. 

A well-populated and commercially advanced economy need 

adequate infrastructure, concrete architectural support and planned 

facilities for the smooth flow of business and trade. All these heaped 

up the demands for construction materials and equipment. However, 

it became quite challenging for the construction firms in regard to their 

business management owing to the increased level of material transactions 

and project constructions. 

Effective development and management of construction projects is a 

great deal for the enterprises because they depend on strategic resources 

planning and execution. An ERP solution can bring great relief to the 

construction enterprises helping managers to make comprehensive plans 

for the projects, from their onset to final outcome. Here’s a quick detailing 

of the beneficial facts that makes ERP a compelling solution for every 

construction firm. 

Effective tool for planning and analysis 

Projects can fail dreadfully without systematic planning and channelling 

of resources with the guidance of an architectural enterprise. Many 

organisations incur great losses due to substandard completion of the 

projects, unexpected labour costs, or delays in completion. An ERP software 

prevents such ineffectiveness or failures with the right channelling 

of resources. With exact analysis of materials required, manpower estimation, 

building designing and contract management, it helps in removing 

unnecessary downtime and other complications in project completion. 

Helps in data assimilation 

A pivotal reason for embracing ERP solutions by the construction firms 

is to assimilate data of the disparate processes into one storage system. 

This aids in the easy management of the data, enhancing the efficiency of 

processes. It helps in dynamic analysis of the assimilated data, be it operational 

or functional and provide the construction firms with real-time and 

most accurate information. 

Streamlines processes with data management 

Construction ERP software has become more project-oriented as firms 

demand a solution that can handle a lot of tenders at a time. Having to 

look for a lot of data and compiling them in data sheets or different software 

systems is cumbersome for the construction firms when they have 

multiple-projects in hand. An ERP solution is thus of great help as it allows 

data compilation in one single system. This results in an effective exchange 

of information among all the operational areas 

of a construction business. 

Improvement in Overall efficiency 

On the obvious note, a centralised system 

for processes management helps in improving 

the efficiency of the construction businesses 

by providing the overall view of all the operations. 

An integrated ERP solution aids in 

retrieving any data anytime, take decisions 

appropriately and thus increases the efficiency 

of the system altogether. 

Helps in Projects Cost estimation 

Most construction projects take the span of a 

number of years to complete, for which planning 

of the expenses have to made by considering 

future overheads. An ERP with its finance or 

accounting module helps in the exact cost estimates 

so that the actual cost of projects do not 

exceed its projected cost. 

While a majority of unsuccessful projects are 

due to the lack of planning strategies, an ERP 

software can help in the strategic management 

of large-scale projects besides handling other 

aspects like materials procurement, inventory, 

orders and sales. 

Rob Stephen is an avid software developer 

with experience in Odoo ERP development. He 

works for Vision & Solutions which is a top-ranking 

ERP software provider in Australia and official 

Odoo partner. 

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Rob_Stephen/2369700 



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(931) 591-7608 

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CUSTOM CLOSETS, GARAGES, AND MORE 

HELLO CLOSETS - BOOTH 318 

SAYHELLOCLOSETS.COM 

MURFREESBORO, TN 

(615) 546-4316 

helloCLOSETS provides custom closet, storage, and organization solutions in the greater Nashville 

area, including Murfreesboro and surrounding cities. 

CUSTOM JOB BOXES 

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Protection and storage for all your equipment. 

FLOORING 

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FLOORING 

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FURNITURE AND SIGNS 

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INSURANCE 

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PLUMBING 

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ROOFING 

SOUTHEAST ASSOCIATES - BOOTH 316 

SOUTHEASTASSOCIATES.COM 

706 GOLF VIEW DR NW / CLEVELAND, TN 37312 

(423) 336-9612 

South East Associates has over twenty years experience in the roofing industry. We represent high 

quality manufacturer’s of EPDM, TPO and PVC single ply 

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800.252.1330 

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5 

Benefits of Attending 

Trade Shows for 

Businesses 

by By Darryl Neal 

writer for ezinearticles.com 

EVERY YEAR AROUND THE WORLD, THOUSANDS OF COMPA- 

NIES SET UP EXHIBITION STANDS AT TRADE SHOWS, AND MIL- 

LIONS UPON MILLIONS OF PEOPLE ATTEND THEM. IN ALMOST 

EVERY INDUSTRY THERE IS A TRADE FAIR OR CONVENTION 

THAT IS CONSIDERED A “MUST-ATTEND” EVENT, YET WHAT 

ARE THE REASONS FOR THIS, AND IS IT REALLY WORTH AT- 

TENDING THIS KIND OF EVENT? 

One of the main benefits of attending a trade fair is the fact that 

it gives many companies the chance to scope out the market and 

what their competitors and associates are doing. Many businesses 

will invest in the best booth designs that will allow them to show off 

the projects they are working on in an interactive way, meaning that 

visitors can really get to grips with developments. 

designs that make your offerings stand out from the crowd. 

Expertly developed booth designs will help draw customers to 

your exhibitions stand, give you the opportunity to explain what 

you have to offer and win over potential new customers. To make 

sure that your booth is set up for maximum effectiveness, consult 

with a trusted exhibition stand designer for a detailed plan on how 

to achieve this. 

There are many other opportunities that arise at trade shows, 

and one of these is the possibility to take part in any number of 

educational talks and lectures, which can give you an insight into 

various aspects of your industry. This can help you become better 

educated in order to develop your own projects further, and therefore 

pass the benefits of your knowledge on to clients. 

AS WELL AS MAKING USEFUL INDUSTRY CONTACTS, MEET- 

ING POTENTIAL NEW CUSTOMERS AND SCOPING OUT 

WHAT IS HAPPENING IN YOUR SECTOR, THESE KINDS OF 

EVENTS ALSO ALLOW YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO UNWIND 

AND ENJOY SOCIALISING WITH LIKE MINDED INDIVIDU- 

ALS, NOT TO MENTION KEEP YOU AND YOUR COLLEAGUES 

MOTIVATED TO KEEP ON DOING GOOD WORK. 

This is crucial information to glean for any business, as in all 

industries new developments are being made all the time, and old 

ones are falling by the wayside. Attending an event can therefore 

provide an important insight into exactly what is happening in your 

industry, right now. 

As well as learning what the competition is up to in the way of 

developing new projects, products and services, attending a trade 

fair is also a great way to meet valuable industry contacts in the 

flesh, which is why these events are often melting pots where a lot 

of professionals come together and share ideas. 

Regardless of the industry you are in, there will be undoubtedly 

another company or professional in attendance at the fair that will 

catch your interest, perhaps as a potential future associate or business 

partner. This kind of trade show also gives the opportunity to 

catch up with existing colleagues and associates who you may not 

see face to face very frequently otherwise. 

Thirdly, going to a trade fair is a great way to make contact with 

potential customers. This works best, of course, if you are actually 

exhibiting at the fair yourself, and have invested in some good booth 

This can be especially true at events that are organised with 

an intent to educate - many business development events will not 

only feature exhibitions stands and booth designs from a variety of 

professionals, but there will also be a heavy focus on learning and 

business growth, which can have many benefits for your company. 

Fifthly and finally, one reason why attending trade fairs is a 

great idea is that it allows business owners and employees to have a 

little bit of fun! Travelling and networking with other experts in the 

industry are some of the perks of any job, and it can add variety to 

any business’s routine. 

CEI Exhibitions is a world leader in the exhibition design and build industry, with 

over 15 years’ experience working with major international brands and companies. 

The strengths of CEI Exhibitions are encapsulated in the creative energy 

of its designers, the skill of its carpenters and the experience and dedication of 

its project managers and installation engineers. CEI Exhibitions provides clients 

with a complete exhibition stand solution, including initial consultation, project 

management, design and build, logistics, installation and dismantle and storage 

services. CEI Exhibitions is dedicated to providing an uncompromising quality of 

service to develop creative solutions that reinforce clients’ brands and communicate 

effectively with their audiences. To find out more, please visit: 

www.ceiexhibitions.co.uk 

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