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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.
Expert Columns
Getting the Viscosity Right – The Fleet Owner’s Guide
Understanding and assigning the correct viscosity to your equipment is just one step on your journey toward achieving greater efficiency and reliability for your fleet.
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.
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.
Decorative Concrete
Abrasives 101
Learn how to choose the correct abrasives for grinding and polishing concrete.
Construction Technology
Preconstruction Support, Training Vital
The message is clear: as construction progresses into a new digital era, success will favor companies that empower their people with robust capabilities.
Construction Technology
3 Ways Parametric AI Will Change Commercial Preconstruction
While generative AI has seized the popular imagination, parametric AI is more practical because it enables a preconstruction professional to quickly change various parameters of a project.
Construction Safety
3 Tips for Managing Economic Risks on Construction Projects
While you can’t eliminate risk entirely, you can take steps to help reduce it, avoid it and protect against it.
Project Management
Overcoming Confirmation Bias in Construction Project Management
Confirmation bias can be particularly problematic in project and schedule management, where decisions must be based on accurate and comprehensive information.
Infrastructure
What Is Road Base?
Going back to basics, this article details the importance of the correct road base in the durability and life of roads.
Rental
Do Online Reviews Really Matter for your Business?
In the digital age, 93 percent of customers say that their buying decisions are influenced by online reviews. And as a small business, your online reputation can directly influence your bottom line.
Concrete Equipment & Products
Standing Water in Prepared Footings: A Problem or a Precaution?
The Concrete Foundations Association addresses the concern for structural integrity of concrete footings due to water in the excavation.