Can you believe it's already 2019?
Think you may have missed something important for your construction business — or just want another perspective on what contractors consider the most-important issues of 2018?
Here is a list of the Top 10 most-read content on ForConstructionPros.com over the course of 2018.
1. Asphalt Industry Gains Relief From Trucking Hours-of-Service Rules
The Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) granted the National Asphalt Pavement Association’s (NAPA) application for certain exemptions to the agency’s Hours of Service (HoS) regulations
2. Lighter 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 Offers Duramax 3.0L Diesel
Chevrolet cut 450 lb. with a lighter mix of materials, adds interior and cargo space and introduces a fuel-efficient in-line-six Duramax diesel
3. Complying with OSHA’s Silica Dust Rule in the Asphalt Industry
The Permissible Exposure Limit goes into effect in June 2018, asphalt contractors and mix facilities need to be ready
4. Countdown to Human-Free Construction in Less Than 10 Years
Accelerating sensor and software technology are speeding development of autonomous machines, and contractors need to be learning how to implement technology and retrain workers
5. Mike Rowe Launches 1,000 Mile Work Boot with Wolverine to Raise Awareness of Labor Shortage
From August 28th to September 4th, 2018, Wolverine will donate 100% of the proceeds from the limited-edition 1000 Mile Work Boot to mikeroweWORKS, a non-profit organization focused around closing the skill gap and supporting skilled labor trainees
6. EPA Is Now Allowing Asbestos Back into Construction Materials
Asbestos imports have increased four-fold since the first of the year, and the proposed EPA ruling would leave protecting construction workers from asbestos up to states and you
7. How to Comply with OSHA's Silica Dust Rule at the Asphalt Plant
On June 23, OSHA's Silica Rule general industry standard goes into effect for asphalt mix production facilities. At that time, all facilities should have identified and/or documented respirable crystalline silica exposure levels for workers
8. How To Increase Efficiency By Improving Management Organization
Five tips to increase efficiency throughout your construction management organization
9. Modular Construction Will Build New Momentum in 2018
Merger of manufacturing and construction has opened up new markets and revenue streams with creative construction solutions
10. Ford Releases Details on F-150 Diesel
F-150 3.0-liter Power Stroke Diesel V6 promises best-in-class torque, towing and targeted EPA-est. 30 mpg
