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5 Strategies for Today’s (And Tomorrow’s) Labor Shortage
The US Department of Labor reports a record 9.3 million job openings. Heres what construction can learn from what’s happening today
Profit Matters
Choosing the Right Wheel Loader Bucket In Three Easy Steps
Construction News Tracker
Construction News: President and Senators Agree on Infrastructure-Bill Scope as Construction Spending Slows
Profit Matters
When It Pays to Be Picky: Jobs Not Worth Taking
Profit Matters
The 4 Most Common Construction Injuries (And How To Prevent Them)
Profit Matters
8 Simple Tips for Summer Safety
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Business
Nonresidential Investment Declines 7% in Q2 2021 Even as U.S. Economy Expands
The U.S. economy expanded at a 6.5% annualized rate in the second quarter of 2021, but investment in nonresidential structures declined 7% for the quarter.
Infrastructure
Infrastructure Bill Progresses in Senate
Lawmakers voted to move forward with debate on the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure proposal after they reached a deal on major outstanding issues.
Asphalt
Rubber Modified Asphalt Showing Promise in the Industry
Rubber modified asphalt is a proven circular solution for scrap tires that provides cost savings, extends pavement life and reduces noise; more research needed to close data gaps
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Buy or Rent: 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
How to determine which of your construction equipment needs could be filled most cost effectively with rented machines
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7 Site Hazards You Don't Want to Overlook
It's important to be vigilant about safe practices on the job. Here's seven site hazards that construction crews often overlook.
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How to Find Great Subcontractors
A good subcontractor can be hard to find. Caterpillar's Jason Hurdis shares tips for finding reputable subcontractors in your area and how to vet them to make sure you get the expertise you want.
Profit Matters
4 Technologies Made to Enhance Construction Productivity and Safety
No company can afford to increase productivity without working ‘smarter.’ Here are four machine technologies that can help boost your productivity AND safety performance.
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Spring Cleaning: 4 Steps to Prep for the Busy Months Ahead
If you’ve had equipment sitting idle for a while, now’s the time to prep it for the months ahead. These four tips will make sure you’re work-ready.
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Clean Machine, Healthy Bottom Line
Simple tips for sanitizing equipment cabs in a couple minutes to keep your employees healthy and productive on the job
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NEW ROUGH TERRAIN LINE
The new line of JLG Rough Terrain Scissors has an answer for every task. When we say upgrade, we mean business – yours.
Profit Matters
2020 Is a Wrap!
Don’t overlook reviewing the year while its hard lessons are still fresh. Here are 5 things to study closely to make sure you’re ready for anything
Profit Matters
Take Care of Your Undercarriage, and It’ll Take Care of You
Critical advice on the points that matter most for minimizing dozer track cost in selection, operation and maintenance
Profit Matters
Is Your Crew Prepared for an Emergency?
2020 is teaching us an important lesson: we need to be prepared for pretty much anything to happen at any time. From pandemics to natural disasters to accidents and injuries on the jobsite, there’s a lot we need to prepare for.
Profit Matters
4 Ways to Get the Most Done With the Fewest Machines
Every piece of equipment added to your fleet brings revenue opportunity, and here’s how to balance that with owning costs and operating expenses so it eats the least amount of profits
Profit Matters
3 Simple Ways to Earn a Quick Payback from Your Data
With nearly 7 million construction machines equipped with built-in digital connectivity will be sold between 2018 and 2025, you’ll want to pare down the data stream to just what’s important.
Profit Matters
Rent Your Way to Better Cash Flow (And Other Benefits)
This $93 billion industry is growing at 5% per year because of the effects it has on cash flow, risk, flexibility, technology and labor demands. Time to count your costs.
Profit Matters
Why It Pays to Invest in Operator Training
How much benefit do you get from a couple hours or days of training? Here’s how investing in training pays you back — right away and down the road.
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Planning for a Healthy Bottom Line Before, During and After the Job
Poor planning is often the source of construction projects running overbudget or behind schedule; proper project management can help keep you on track and profitable
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Three Questions to Ask Before You Buy a Bucket
Before you become overwhelmed with bucket selection options, ask yourself these questions to determine what's the best bucket for your equipment and application needs
Profit Matters
Opioids & Construction: A Bad Combination
Too many workers turn to drugs and alcohol to deal with the pain of injuries, which are all too common in construction
Profit Matters
6 Tips for Boosting Your Bid Winning Percentage
17% is the average bid-winning percentage for general construction contractors. Here are six things you can do to beat the odds
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NEW ROUGH TERRAIN LINE
The new line of JLG Rough Terrain Scissors has an answer for every task. When we say upgrade, we mean business – yours.
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
Power Shift or Electric Drive: How Do You Choose?
Know the key differences in performance and operating cost to determine which jobs are best for today’s new electric-drive construction equipment
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
Repairs Are Inevitable. Busting Your Budget Isn’t.
Follow these five proactive tips and you’ll be well on your way to reducing repair costs
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
4 Productivity-Boosters that Don’t Involve Technology
Onboard technology can deliver double-digit efficiency gains, but don’t overlook low-tech features that can help your operators work more quickly and accurately
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
Hot, Humid Weather is Coming. Are Your Team and Fleet Ready?
Gearing up to work long hours in the sun, it pays to invest in heat-specific safety training and plans to adapt to the hottest temperatures
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
5 Intangibles to Look For in Your Next Operator
Technical skills can be taught; the intangibles that make a great employee often cannot
Profit Matters
Win More Construction Work With Grade Technology
Grade technology can deliver big benefits before your operators take a seat at the controls, and it’s quickly reaching the point where your bids may not be competitive without it
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
Weighing the Financial Benefits Of Payload Technology
Trade estimates suggest 15% to 20% of trucks are loaded at incorrect weights and most on-highway loads run 5% to 8% under maximum legal gross vehicle weight
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
Bidding Struggles? It Might Be Time to Go Online
Everyone struggles with bidding confidence. Luckily, there are good tools online to help you find projects and target those that are a good fit for your business
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
Are These Mistakes Affecting Your Bid-Win Ratio?
Five common errors that can cause your bids to be rejected and your company to miss out on good, profitable jobs
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
Don’t Buy a Blade Control System Until You Can Answer This Question
To get maximum returns from your investment in grade automation, your dozer needs one very simple piece of hardware
Caterpillar’s Profit Matters
7 Things You May Not Know About Hypothermia
Temperatures don’t even have to be below freezing to get hypothermia – wind and rain can reduce body temperature below 95 degrees F
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