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CTION'S MANAGEMENT MAGAZINE 1996 AGC MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY FEATURES Vol. LXXVIII. No. 1996 IOC MARKET SURVEY By an overwhelming margin, AGC members are optimistic about the new year. AGC IS SERVICE TO THE CONSTRUCTION WORLD AND IS THE OWNER'S EDGE A 16-page guide to the services that give AGC contractors the competitive advantage. AGC CHAPTER DIRECTORY For thoseinterested in membership or finding the right contractor. AN EDGE ON THE COMPETITION AGC's 101 plan rooms offer a lot more than you thought--whether you're a contractor, owner, architect, engineer, subcontractor or supplier. 1996 PLAN ROOM DIRECTORY Another service of your local AGC chapter. AGC SEARCH COMMITTEE AT WORK PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Construction workforceapplication of reason NEWSLINE National Board agenda set LOOKING UP: COMMERCIAL RUILDINGS '96 Building owners and developers predict a healthy market in 1996 for upgrades, modernization and new construction. SAN ANTONIO EXCITEMENT "Construction...Delivery System for Quality of Life" is the theme of AGCs 1996 Convention. A CELEBRATION AND A NEW COMMITMENT--THE NATIONAL QUALITY INITIATIVE CONFERENCE Forty-one state award winners. CRAWLING ALONG Need extra traction for a tough job? Have to go places thu no wheeled machine has gone before? Check out our listing of crawler dozers and loaders. CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY AWARDS In 1995, many individuals, groups and businesses in the construction industry were honored for exemplary service, - performance or innovation. CONSTRUCTOR is pleased to present these award winners. AGC MEMBQSUP DMfCIOCT I General OabaSdEKV*>c)i l mv iii indvy-iii fcvtk $i CMradK^joPn OEPARTMENTS AGC CONSTRUCTION NEWS NEW TECHNOLOGY Ingersoll-Rand introduces innovative drilling system 106 INNOVATIONS IN PARTNERING 107 REGIONAL ACTION I OR NEWSAAAXERS 112 EDITORIAL The state of construction CONSTRUCTOR/January 1996 <3 FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION FUNDING: CAUGHT IN THE CROSS-FIRE? As Congress 12 and the White House battle over a balanced budget, construction markets may sustain casualties. 22 FEDERAL HIGHWAY FUNDING Summary of FY 1996 opportionments pursuant to the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995. 24 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROPRIATIONS, FISCAL YEAR 1996 Constnjction budgets, by agency. ELIMINATE NEEDLESS REPETITION If your organization has too many programs. 28 Project Administrator from Computer Guidance Corp. has the solution. 30 A STRAIGHT AND LEVEL ROAD Eighty-five percent of contractors expect 1996 construction activity to increase or remain the same, according to the CIT Group/Industrial Financing's 1996 Construction Industry Forecast. CONSTRUCTOR EXPO '96-A HANDY GUIDE The alphabetical listing of our 32 exhibitors and their products and services. 46 OUTSTANDING STUDENT CHAPTERS AGC's Construction Education Committee honors Student Chapters for community service, commitment, and campus presence. THE R-SCORE FORMULA There is a difference between profit and available profit. 50 Knowing the difference between the two could keep your company from going under. PARTNERING--CHANGING ATTITUDES IN CONSTRUCTION 54 59 INVESTING IN AMERICA AGC's PAC--Politically Active Contractors--ensure construction's voice is heard on Capitol Hill. 61 AGC PAC 535 CLUB MEMBERS SMOOTHING OUT THE JOB New motor graders emphasize operator comfort, 72 refined control of blade, and better-than-ever maneuverability. DEPARTMENTS AGC CONSTRUCTION 79 NEW TECHNOLOGY NEWS Quick looks at NEW TECHNOLOGY exciting new tools Credomet's electronic 9 CONSTRUCTION bidding system MARKETING Value, not price 91 NEWSMAKERS 92 CLASSIFIEDS 96 EDITORIAL The Partnering Commitment CONSTRUCTOR/Februory 1996 1 -n-T-CTION'S MANAGEMENT magazine FEATURES MARCH 1996 Vol LXXVIII, No 3 AGC IN THI LONE STAR STATE Highlights of the 77th Annual AGC Convention, 3 February 29 - March 5, 19%, San Antonio, Texas 22 MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER Lee Wray RusseH, AGC's New President, on why construction is the delivery system for quality of life. A profile. 38 UNDERGROUND CONDUIT CAN DO IT Mississippi contractor lays down copper cable with horizontal boring. 40 LIGHTING THE TORCH Directional boring brings gas line to the Special Olympics. 42 PIERCING TOOL IS NO GAMBLE Contractor goes trenchless to repair casino boat breakwall. 44 INNOVATIONS IN EDUCATION The Hawaii Chapter moves ahead with a construction management program and OSHA inspection classes. 46 PUMP UP THE VOLUMEI Pumps of every description perform multiple tasks on every jobsite. A look at the latest improvements. 52 ON THE RIGHT "TRAC" Innovative program introduces teens to civil engineering and transportation careers. 56 POLLUTION LIABILITY INSURANCE What it covers, who sells it, and why you may need it even if you don't plan on working with hazardous waste. 1 ww technology ftack looks at oating new tools a TKNN010CT ^tapac introduces new POfumaDc rollers 64 AGC CHAPTER DIRECTORY AGC maintains offices in aD 50 states and Puerto Rico, staffed with people ready to help you. DEPARTMENTS 74 INNOVATIONS IN PARTNERING Disney Development Co. and Martin K. Eby Co. 75 NEW TECHNOLOGY 7* CLASSIFIEDS Wacker's new R&D facility GO EDITORIAL 7* REGIONAL ACTION Environmental reform: the message is not being delivered ADVISORY BOARD CONSTRUCTOR/Morch 1996 & :s s management magazine FEATURES JOURNEY TO AMERICA Hubert Beatty. APRIL 1996 Vol. LXXVIII, No. A THE BEATTY YEARS A photographic retrospective. ...AND THEY ALSO DIG DIRT Hydraulic excavators have become the contractor's 25 all-around heavy construction tool. A guide to specifications. 32 RIGHT ON SCHEDULE CONSTRUCTOR looks at the latest in construction scheduling software. HYDRAULIC HAMMERS G BREAKERS A guide to specifications 36 38 MOVING FORWARD--TOGETHER Inaugural remarks of AGC of America President Lee Wray Russell. 40 AGC'S 1996 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AGC activists who give freely of their time and expertise. MEET THE LEADERS Leaders of trade associations and unions with whom AGC 45 works to advance the cause of construction. 49 SAFETY ALERT The National Transportation Safety Board issues safety recommendations in the aftermath of the 1994 gas explosion in Allentown. Pa. 50 CELEBRATING QUALITY The 1996 Build America Awards honor the best construction projects of 1995. DEPARTMENTS ` HBawj'J MESSAGE Tto decades of quality 4 leadership ,# 40 * >*UH ACC testifies on transpor- spending AGC CONSTRUCTION 41 NEWS NEW TECHNOLOGY Caterpillar to develop 42 global positioning system with Leica, SpectraPhysics NEW TECHNOLOGY McCosker software pro vides data link NEW TECHNOLOGY Quick looks at exciting new tools 49 CLASSIFIEDS 72 EDITORIAl Moving forward together-- the AGC of California. Inc. CONSTRUCTOR/April 1996 CD 1 12 > | DATA DISASTER RELIES Quick teamwork reduces computer downtime after a fire. A HEW DAY AT GSA The General Services Administration is creating an organization that works better and costs less. A personal interview with Robert Peck. Commissioner of GSA's Public Buildings Service. BUILDING DIVISION 2000-F0CUS ON THE SUTURE How AGC's Building Division has improved communication and is strengthening delivery of services to members. "LET'S DO BUSINESS* General contracting opportunities at the U.S. Postal Service. Grxt CONCRETE RECYCLING A major advancement merits a Nova Award for three AGC members. REDUCING PROJECT CYCLE TIME AGC's Private Industry Advisory Council identifies strategies to speed up factory construction. YOUR MOST VERSATILE EMPLOYEE The adaptable skid steer loader is an all-in-one piece of construction equipment. THE MAHGAHARO DECISION Clinton's National Labor Relations Board assaults business. An analysis. FORTY YEARS OF PROSPERITY Celebrating the anniversary of America's Interstate Highway System. EFFECTIVE PARTNERING ALA President Raymond G. Post on commitment, communication, conflict resolution, and collaboration. DEPARTMENTS I NBMIT'S MESSAGE Hwmj Forwiri-Together with GSA !' Rum AGC at the *We House *K CMBTWCnON c w Sue 3(5-- 20 new technology Enkaturf system protects sudium grass 40 NEW TECHNOLOGY Quick looks at exciting new tools SI M< CHAPTER MtlCTORT Guide to AGC offices in all SO states and Puerto Rico SI HEW TECHNOLOGY Furukawas new slot drilling method St NEWSMAKERS M CLASSIFIEDS M EDITORIAL Marketplace realiues and the Manga/wro decision . ADVISORY BOARD rtmd okj.a m vtiMMM.Lna* . mPG wnmuf C*. * C* CONSTRUCTOR/June 1996 3 Vbl. IXXVIII, No 7 SCHOOL BORING? NOT THIS SCHOOL! AGO sponsors auger boring school. AGC EDUCATION AND RESEARCH T0UNDAT10N Partners in construction education. ADVANCED MANAGEMENT PROGRAM SOLD OUT AGAIN.. .WHY? Nationally recognized speakers, challenging sessions and a cornucopia of networking opportunities have made AMP the most popular AGC program ever. YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU Charitable giving and estate planning techniques. THE ROAD TO ECONOMIC PROSPERITY Facts and figures on the U S Highway j System. COOPERATION, MEDIATION REPUCE LITIGATION Dispute avoidance and resolution procedures can save you money. SELf-PROPELLED BOOM HITS A buyers' guide. SELI-PROPEllED SCISSOR UFTS A buyers' guide. : AERIAL LIFTS A WORK PUTFORMS A buyers' guide THE EFFECTIVE CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR 10 steps to success. THE STAGES OF PARTNERING Why a jobsite with a foundation built on Partnering is more likely to reach a successful topping out. "GET THE CHEMISTRY GOING* How to deliver a knock-out presentation. I 1996 BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE CONSTRUCTOR SAFETY AWARDS Application | deadline: August 14. 1996. I TIPS FOR TRENCHERS Performing proper maintenance and observing appropriate operating practices will help to keep your trencher trenching. 7 fWMHT'J MMAM Moving fcr'*'l-TogtUw for a cleaner, safer a taiihicr rnronmem. I K0C "*"* DART dispute ' principles. II COUTtUCnON HEWS * WricMoiosT OilCuard engine ^"oe system. DEPARTMENTS 14 MW TSCHROIOOV Komatsu America introduces crawler dozer. U MW TICRHOIOOY Dover Online is the future of elevator design. 90 MW TICHHOLOOT Goodyear gets a gnp with Trackman rubber track. 97 MW TECHH0100Y Deneb increases flexibility ui job cost and payroll 100 NEW TICHNOIOOT The JCB Robot 102 HEW TICRHOIOOY Exciting new tools. 121 MWUUKltS 122 M6IOHA1 ACTIOR 124 cussmiM 122 EHITOtlAl Transportation doesn't cost--i! pays. CONSTRUCTOR/Juiv 1994 ;;nSTSI'CT10N'S management magazine FEATURES AUGUST 1996 Vo! UOV1II, No. 8 14 INSURING PROSPERITY AGC's Highway Division advances construction's cause. BUIIDING AMERICA'S HIGHWAYS...FORTY YEARS OF AGC ACTIVISM 16 Working for better highways with U.S. presidents, members of Congress, and government officials. COVER STORY: AT THE CROSSROADS Will America's Highway Program be 24 adequately funded for the next five yean? It all depends on what Congress does in '97. 28 IN THE FAST LANE The Road Information Program (TRIP) makes the case for highway investment. 30 OUR NATION'S HIGHWAYS: A DRIVING FORCE The economic impact of our highway system. 32 NOT JUST ANOTHER FLOAT-IN In a landmark feat of engineering. Tidewater Construction installs ready-to-drive bridge spans. 33 40TH BIRTHDAY BASH Washington celebrates the birth of the Interstate Highway System and the people who made it happen. 36 WHERE'S THE MONEY? While our highways and bridges languish in a state of disrepair, lawmakers play a shell game with the Highway Trust Fund. 39 CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEWS How North Carolina is working with the Carolinas AGC, Inc. on highway design. s ntUIDMT'S MiSSAH Political Action. Moving Forwsrt>Tofether I HWJUMI AGC icsofies before House Subcommittee on Highway Reauthonzanon. DEPARTMENTS 10 AOC CONSTRUCTION NEWS TRIP cites fading highway infrastructure 41 NEW TICNNOIOOY Quick looks at exciting new tools. 4* NIWSJUKIRS CLASSIFIERS 54 EDITORIAL The 4 3-ccnt solution CONSTRUCTOR/Augusi 1996 S ;3NSTk'jCTION'S MANAGEMENT MAGAZINE mmmmmm features SEPTEMBER 1996 Vol IXXVII1, No. 9 NAVFAC--DOING BUSINESS IN A NEW WAY CONSTRUCmn talks with Rear Adm. David J. Nash, chief of civil engineers. *WE BUILD, WE FIGHT"---TNI SEAIEES Ever wonder where the phrase "Can Do" came from? Read on. HUMANS DEEMED LESS IMPORTANT THAN SUCKERS That is sometimes the unfortunate verdict when it comes to the courts' interpretation of the Endangered Species Act. EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW AIOUT PROJECT MANAGEMENT (But were afraid to ask!) Get it all at AGC's popular project manager course. FROM CONFRONTATION TO COOPERATION What Partnering has done for the U S Army Corps of Engineers and its contractors. INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH AGC's Industrial Contractors Committee promotes the interests and markets of industrial contractors. AGC'f NEAVY/INDUSTRIAl DIVISION Ensuring access to key military, govern ment. and private industry officials, the division helps AGC contractors build infra structure and industrial might across America. GETTING DOWN TO BUSINESS Anxious to avoid more government shutdowns. Congress moves ahead with appropriations bills for heavy construction projects. BOOSTING MARKET SNARE WITH METAL How Ferguson Construction Co. (AGC) found success with preengineered metal building systems. DIRECTORY OF METAL BUILDING MANUFACTURERS Thirty vendors of preengineered metal building systems. ANNOUNCING AGC's MULTI-DISCIPLINE CONFERENCE ON PROJECT DELIVERY SYSTEMS FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION, OCT. 24 AND 25, I VGA, CHICAGO Key information and registration form. 'IF YOU BUILD IT--' AGC helps build Construction Management Program at the University of Pittsburgh...and the students are coming. I NliINn'i MISSASI Moving Forward--Together for better schools, better society MWSUM Proposed OSHA recordkeeping rule ' AAC COHSTMCTIM MWS AGC members participate on GSA cost management task force MW miNMOCY New Holland designed the backhoe loader users asked for AM cumi BIMCTORY A handy guide to AGC offices in all 30 states and Puerto Rico is mw ncnoiocY turn Quick looks at exciting new tools S> MWUUMRS tlCIONAl ACTION to ClASSIFIfM 04 IMTOftUU Rebuilding America: Moving Forward--Together with ACEC CONSTRUCTOR/September 1996 J CON'S MANAGEMENT MAGAZINE FEATURES OCTOBER IW6 Vol LXXVIII. No 10 MOVING FORWARD--TOGETHER Highlights of AGC's Midyear Meeting in Minneapolis. Sept. 8-11, 1996. COVIR STORY: PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES ADDRESS KEY CONSTRUCTION ISSUES In a 5,000-word interview, presidential candidates Bill Clinton and Bob Dole get down to specifics on the Highway Trust Fund, wastewater infrastructure, OSHA standards, estate taxes, and much more. A CHANGING OF THE GUARD? What to expect if the Democrats reclaim a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. Ilk. FEARLESS FORECAST Predicting the 1996 congressional elections. QUALITY OF LIFE...INVESTING IN OUR CHILDREN'S FUTURE The case for building and maintaining our public schools. A special report by AGC. * (2 r- ;< f ^ ^ *"j i. .1; | 27ft* ! 11 ntSIDIHT'S IUSSAM Decision 96--Moving Eorward-Togedier MANAGING THE MEDIA The press can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Follow these simple rules to establish a sound, proactive public relations program at your company. EDITORIAL The ABCs of environmental myths. Are our children being brainwashed in public school, with help from the Environmental Protection Agency? Don't miss this eye-opening account from the Wall Street Journal. DEPARTMENTS 5 RIWSUNI AGC PAC fundraising sets new record si Midyear 54 NIW nCMNOLOCY Rllin Quick looks at exciting new tools M CLASSIFIEDS ADVISORY BOARD C. iaNwCi >Cs.*l Dm* Ca- "-'JCTON'S MANAGEMENT MAGAZINE FEATURES NOVEMBER 1906 Voi iXXVtll Nc MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER Aji in-depth look at the many programs and services of AGC's Municipal-Utilities Division. WYOMING'S UNIQUE ONE-CALL LEGISLATION Additional owner responsibility-- is it the wave of the future? MAKING ONE-CALL WORK FOR YOU Use these tips for quicker, better service. NATIONWIDE ONE-CALL DIRECTORY A listing of phone numbers for one-call centers across the U.S. GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS This affordable space-age tool promises to revolutionize one-call systems. BIGGER, BOLDER, BETTER The '97 trucks offer bigger payloads, bolder designs, more operator comfort. UNDERGROUND APPLICATIONS New trenchers and plows offer a variety of attach ments. digging speeds, depths. THE UGLY DUCKLING GROWS UP Aesthetic and technical advances are changing tilt-up construction into the hit building product of the '90s. 1 PtiUHtfT'S KUUN Workforce training S *IWUim OSHA issues revised scaffold sundanl* DEPARTMENTS < 4K CMSTMCTMa IIWS M MW TICMOIMT Konauu competition 14 443i inruums 44 I1MOU14CTWN 45 CUSMHIBS a MltT IBffOIIU Politics sroo 'oow $56 mJn CarWo VVaw Tr*otm*m *ent by Cowucrio^ Co |AGCl toe '>9^ ^ $30 6 miHor omanon rociitiv '*'Giwfr Summit Ccnvnjcion inc /TIC (AGCl Bceom ngw Couflwv cPA 6o*om wit CounGty Vtiitw AAcnuioaunng Co 'Aoier CONSTRUCTOR/November 1996