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    How to Seamlessly Execute a Quality Controlled Plan

    How to Seamlessly Execute a Quality Control Plan

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Prepare With a Plan When accepting a job for a client, you always want to put your best foot forward an have everything work seamlessly. That doesn’t always happen even…

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    September 28, 2018
    The time crunch of Austin commercial construction is illustrated by a pile of colorful stopwatches.

    Schedule Smarter as a Construction Project Manager in Austin TX

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    As a construction project manager in Austin TX, one of your most important responsibilities is to make sure that a project moves along at the scheduled pace. You also want…

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    September 18, 2018
    Two Children Swinging

    How Do You Make a Playground Inclusive?

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    How Do You Make a Playground Inclusive? It is a common mistake that gets made all the time and that is the fact that people mistake accessible for inclusive. This…

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    September 7, 2018
    High Rise Building Construction in Progress

    Off-Site Construction Climbing In Popularity

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Many people use construction companies to help them with a variety of projects. Some construction companies use a method called “off-site construction.” To clarify this in a simple version, below…

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    August 29, 2018
    High rise buildings constructed using steel composite framing

    Benefits Of Composite Steel Frames

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    More and more construction companies are starting to come to the conclusion that steel frame composites might be the way to go due to its durable and immensely strong structure….

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    August 21, 2018
    Children learning balance on a playground

    How Playgrounds Can Help Develop Sensory Skills

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    One of the ways children learn about the world is by using their senses to explore their environment. Playgrounds provide a great place for children to exercise and to use…

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    August 10, 2018
    Construction worker in safety gear on construction site

    Encouraging Health & Safety On Construction Sites

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    The construction industry records a startling number of accidents per year than other industries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 800 occupational fatalities were reported due to fall…

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    July 30, 2018
    Measurement and planning materials on building blueprints

    Types Of Construction Management Plans

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Many users of the construction management plan want to be sure of the expertise, know-how, and educative information available that can help convert potential clients. The company should keep the…

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    July 20, 2018
    Austin Playground Equipment

    When To Upgrade Playground Equipment

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    Kids of all ages look forward to having fun on playgrounds. Playgrounds are staples in elementary schools all around the United States and the planet. People who are responsible for…

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    July 7, 2018
    Inspector observes a work area

    Preparing For A Commercial Building Inspection

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Inspections are one of the most important aspects to pay attention to during building maintenance, especially for commercial buildings. No matter the age of the property, minor issues can come…

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    June 27, 2018
    Meeting of managers from different commercial construction companies in Austin TX

    Benefits Of Preconstruction Services

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    We’ve all heard the saying “If you fail to plan, then you’re planning to fail.” The cornerstone of any successful construction project is to first plan what needs to be…

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    June 18, 2018
    Young child enjoying a playground swing

    Essential Elements Of Modern Playgrounds

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    One of the things that young children enjoy almost more than anything else is the time they get to spend at the playground. What they do not realize, and for…

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    June 6, 2018
    Illustration of hazardous waste material

    The Critical Importance Of HAZCOM Training

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Hazard Communication OSHA’s Hazard Communication is referred to as HAZCOM. This is vital in ensuring workers understand the chemical hazards they must face during the performance of their duties. There…

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    May 26, 2018
    A rendering of a home

    What Is Permanent Modular Construction?

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Permanent Modular Construction Permanent modular construction is the process of making homes and buildings from pieces that are small enough to transport on a semi-trailer. The pieces come already made…

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    May 16, 2018
    Tips for Designing a Playground installation & equipment in Austin, Tx

    Tips for Designing a Playground

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    A playground is a place for imagination and happy memories to develop in children of all ages. When designing a playground installation in Austin, there are many areas to consider…

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    May 4, 2018
    Why is it Important to Have Playgrounds in Schools?

    Why is it Important to Have Playgrounds in Schools?

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    “All work and no play” is not the motto that schools should be following. Research shows that there are many benefits to utilizing playgrounds in schools. These positive developments span…

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    April 24, 2018
    Computerized Maintenance Management Systems are designed specifically to make maintenance management simpler and easier for Austin construction companies.

    The Complete Guide to Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Computerized Maintenance Management Systems Computerized Maintenance Management Systems are referred to as CMMS. This is computer software designed specifically to make maintenance management simpler and easier. CMMS is sometimes called…

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    April 13, 2018
    Austin Construction safety in the Spring

    Protecting Yourself While Working in the Spring

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    Spring is here, and with it comes the excitement to finally complete that “to do” list that has been waiting on you all winter. But there is a draw back…

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    April 3, 2018
    Children playing in a ball pit

    Benefits Of Outdoor VS Indoor Playgrounds

    By TF HarperPlaygrounds

    Being able to play on a playground is an exhilarating experience for a growing child. Playgrounds offer many ways to develop fine motor skills, social skills, and are a good…

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    March 26, 2018
    Technicians installing solar panels on a building's roof

    LEED Certification: What It Is And How To Get Certified

    By TF HarperGeneral Construction

    What is LEED Certification? LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, and is a program started by the United States Green Building Council in order to promote environmental…

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    March 13, 2018
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