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Construction Safety
How Builders Can Improve Site Safety
While 80% of large contractors offer programs for substance use or mental health, only 29% of small companies offer these programs, and 52% of contractors wish they had more resources for managing mental health.
Business
4 Keys to Construction Financial Management in 2024
Whether it is coping with fluctuating materials costs or navigating multi-state compliance demands, the financial management workflow within the construction industry is one of the most hectic throughout the business world.
Equipment
Eliminate Rework With Equipment & Technology
Roadbuilders are most likely to be early adopters of the latest paving train models or technologies.
Labor & Workforce Development
5 Trends in Construction Worker Background Checks
Keeping a close eye on these trends will not only safeguard construction firms from being blindsided with liabilities, but will provide them with direction as they build their plan and adapt their background check policies for the new year to come.
Excavators
Excavation Tasks & Other Ways Wheeled Excavators Are Valuable on the Jobsite
Compact wheeled excavators represent the future of construction, showcasing how technology enhances efficiency on the jobsite.
Technology & Services
Avoid the False Alarm for Low-Strength Concrete
Ensure your cylinder strengths are correctly reported to avoid rejected concrete, delays and investigations.
Equipment
4 Reasons to Add a Large CTL to Your Fleet
Selecting the right compact equipment and attachments is crucial for optimizing ROI and boosting profits on job sites.
Construction Safety
Construction’s Silent Crisis: Mental Health
The suicide rate for men in construction is five times greater than the rate for all fatal work-related injuries in the construction industry.
Sustainability
Carbon Emission Concerns Changing Delivery Requirements for Construction Projects
Construction projects will be different in the future. To remain competitive, contractors are advised to prepare for them now.
Expert Columns
Twin Challenges for Construction in 2024: Technology and Policy Reform
The $1 trillion federal infrastructure bill, growing investment in green power infrastructure, rising U.S. consumer demand, and initiatives to reshore manufacturing have all contributed to tremendous growth in commercial construction.
Concrete Equipment & Products
How to Choose the Right Concrete Saw for the Job
Using an appropriate saw and blade is key to maximizing efficiency and ensuring precise, reliable cuts.
Surface Prep
How Different Blades Impacts Floor Scraper Performance
Selecting the right tool for the job is key — making the wrong choice could extend project timelines and boost costs significantly. Don’t let incorrect blades hold your surface preparation back.
Rental Business
How Technology Can Change The Future of Skilled Trades
Those who embrace technology will gain a competitive advantage, allowing for data-driven decision making, enhanced productivity, more efficient workflows and better customer relationships.
Concrete Equipment & Products
The Heat is On: Hot Tips for Successful Hot Weather Concreting
How to effectively use concrete admixtures to increase the quality of concrete during the summer months.
Concrete Equipment & Products
How to Install Vapor Retarders
Proper design, selection and installation of below-grade vapor retarders are keys to a successful concrete floor.
Equipment Management
Personal Vehicle Programs Shuttle Workers to Remote Sites
One solution to address the challenge of mobilizing skilled workers to remote jobsites is the implementation of vehicle reimbursement programs.
Project Management
The 4 Cs of Successful Construction Projects
The 4Cs are a roadmap for how to approach communal work, while IT and project information management are the avenues by which this work is coordinated.
Labor & Workforce Development
Hidden Costs of Worksite Parking
Re-evaluating crew transportation logistics through the lens of shuttle services is not just an operational decision, it's a strategic investment in the future of construction project management.
Rental
How Relationships with Equipment Suppliers & Rental Customers Are Similar
There are a lot of parallels between the people selling equipment to rental companies and those who are destined to rent it out later.
Concrete Equipment & Products
Buying Used Concrete Equipment? Beware of Hidden Liens
There's an uncommon-but-real issue that could crop up when buying any type of used equipment, and that’s buying equipment that unknowingly has a lien on it.
Estimating & Bidding
Navigating Construction Equipment Rental Costs
A balanced focus on price, duration, and quality -- supported by strong supplier relationships -- is key to achieving efficient and cost-effective equipment rental management.
Rental
Rental Business Software: Do’s, Don’ts, and Other Considerations
Many equipment rental business owners are working far too hard for the amount left over after expenses. A more robust software system can help your company keep more of what you’ve earned.
Decorative Concrete
'Thin to Win' With Decorative Concrete Sealers
Thin applications are the simple answer to many acrylic sealer problems contractors face on decorative concrete projects like stamped and stained concrete.