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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.

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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.

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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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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2020 Gift Guide - Body Heat Monitoring System

Keep construction workers safe in the high temperatures of summer with this PPE system that monitors core body temperature.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2020 Gift Guide - Spider Tool Holster

Keep your tools right in reach with a tool holster that clips right to your belt.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2020 Gift Guide - OtterSpot Wireless Charging System

Charge your portable devices on the jobsite without the mess of cables and cords.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2020 Gift Guide - BEACON Hard Hat Light

Keep your workers safe at night or in dark environments with a hard hat light that is visible in all directions for up to one-quarter of a mile.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2020 Gift Guide - PACKOUT Compact Tool Box

Whether you need just a small tool box or an addition to your PACKOUT system, the Compact Tool Box can offer both.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2020 Gift Guide - Wireless Earplug Earbuds

These noise cancelling, OSHA-compliant bluetooth hearing protectors are a great option for the noisy construction jobsite.

NEW ROUGH TERRAIN LINE

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.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2020 Gift Guide - COFFEEBOXX

For some, coffee on the jobsite is a must, and the COFFEEBOXX makes that easier.

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Trump Proposes Rule to Soften Construction’s Environmental-Review Laws

President’s Council on Environmental Quality issued a notice of proposed rulemaking attempting to narrow the scope of the 50-year-old National Environmental Policy Act

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - A Trip to Las Vegas

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 is coming up in March and will offer many great opportunities for construction companies

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Chilled Beverages

This little device attaches to a drill and helps cool cans and bottles in less than a minute

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - 2-in-1 Tools

If you're workers use hand tools on the job, consider giving them two-in-one tools that eliminates the space of additional tools and switching between tools.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Construction Jobsite Cooler

Need to bring your lunch to the jobsite but want to make sure it stays cool? Get a cooler designed for the trades.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Tool Tethering System

Keep hard hats, hand tools, mobile devices and even grinding tools tethered to prevent dropped objects on the jobsite.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Coffee Mug

What's Christmas gift giving without the novelty coffee mug?

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Tablet Tool Belt

You carry your tools around your waist on a tool belt, why not do the same with your tablet and have it ready when you need it?

Spend some time before the end of the year writing or updating your company's business plan.

When Did You Last Visit Your Business Plan?

December is National Write a Business Plan Month, take advantage of a slower construction season to revisit your business plan

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Fun T-shirts

Who doesn't get a kick out of a clever t-shirt?

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Weather Appropriate Gear

If your crews work in hot or cold environments and jobsites consider giving them new weather appropriate gear to keep them safe, comfortable and happy

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Training

Training is the gift that keeps on giving, and it's great for both new and seasoned construction employees.

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Tool Storage Bags

Get a construction tool bag that is designed to be heavy-duty and withstand extreme worksites

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12 Days of Construction Christmas 2019 - Battery-powered Coffee Maker

The Makita Cordless Coffee Maker makes getting hot coffee on the jobsite even easier.

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Construction Entreprenuers Take Risks to Grow and Succeed

November is National Entrepreneurship Month, and even if you're not in the market to start a new business you can find outlets for your entrepreneurial spirit

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Three Cheers for Apprenticeships

National Apprenticeship Week (Nov. 11-17) provides a great opportunity for the construction industry to promote, celebrate or create apprenticeship programs

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Are Construction-themed Escape Rooms the Next Opportunity for Recruiting?

An electrical contractor has created a mobile escape room to expose students to the electrical trade and generate interest - could this work for the construction industry?

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Careers in Construction Month is About Awareness

Contractors all over the country use October as a starting point to raise awareness and inspire the next generation of construction workers

The use of e-learning continues to rise. Could it offer benefits for the construction industry?

Can E-Learning Improve Safety Training Compliance?

Could online safety training opportunities be a solution for construction contractors who claim they don't have time or resources to train?

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Workforce Development is the Entire Company's Reponsibility

Workforce development needs to be a year-long focus, but Workforce Development month can be a good time to re-evaluate your initiatives

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Construction Embodies The True Meaning of Labor Day

Labor Day was created to honor the American worker and the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country

The Panama Canal, Burma-Siam Railway, Hawks Nest Tunnel, White Sea-Baltic Sea Canal and the Transcontinental Railroad top the list of construction projects with the highest construction worker deaths per 1,000 workers.

Looking Back on the World's Deadliest Construction Projects

Historically, canal and railroad projects have recorded the most construction worker deaths while bridges and skyscrapers have generally been safer jobs