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To keep pace with the growing demand for ACI-certified personnel on various concrete construction projects, ACI has launched the ACI Certification Verify app to help supervisors verify the status of ACI-certified individuals on a jobsite.
ACI Expands Certification Offerings, Launches App
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the addition of several new certification programs, marking a total of more than 30 certification program offerings now available.
July 23, 2020
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Why It Pays to Invest in Operator Training
July 15, 2020
Brokk offers on-demand training options designed to help existing customers improve efficiency and safety in a number of applications, top-down demolition, concrete cutting, process and foundry.
Brokk Offers Jobsite Safety, Productivity Training Program
July 10, 2020
About 25 educational sessions are scheduled led by industry experts and covering issues from cracking and fiber reinforcement to job costing and managing a concrete business during COVID-19.
5 Reasons to Attend the Concrete Foundations Virtual Convention 2020
July 10, 2020
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Point of Rental Joins Forces with South Africa's SkyJacks
July 10, 2020
A surety bond represents a business relationship that promises to offer construction contractors support and assistance if they run into financial or performance-related difficulties.
How Surety Bonds Work in Case of Construction Contractor Default
November 10, 2015
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Construction Project Cancellations Sweeping the Nation as Coronavirus Intensifies Funding Shortfalls
Fourteen states and 19 local authorities have delayed or canceled road, transit and airport projects worth $8.58 billion, according to a report released this week by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association.
July 27, 2020
Caterpillar makes pilot controls with pattern changer available even on its entry-level machines. This makes it easier for operators to switch back and forth between excavator and backhoe operation.
Tips to Simplify Backhoe-loader Selection
With more features and options to sort through than ever, backhoe-loader manufacturers offer advice to help you determine which model will best meet your needs.
December 13, 2016
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With a unified platform for your machines, you can get the insights you need to make operational improvements that impact the bottom line.
June 20, 2020
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Many ACI Chapters, who have already begun to take advantage of this opportunity, are seeing higher attendance numbers and increased engagement.
ACI Webinars Highly Attended
Any ACI Chapter in good standing can offer unlimited webinars on a date, time and topic of their choosing.
July 2, 2020
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4 Tips to Manage the Impact of COVID-19 in the Construction Industry
Plan for the future and mitigate additional coronavirus impacts to your business.
June 29, 2020
Be bold to utilize methods and resources that increase speed, and watch what you and your company accomplish.
7 Tips to Increase Construction Project Speed Without Sacrificing Quality and Safety
The more 'wastes' you can eliminate the faster you will allow your efforts, and your project’s efforts, to progress
August 31, 2015
As there are so many stakeholders in a construction project, effective communication is vital for the project’s success.
5 Habits of Successful Construction Project Managers
Utilizing project management methods effectively can help the building industry reduce the risk of failure and deliver projects more efficiently
June 24, 2020
If you consistently deliver a higher level of professionalism than you once did eventually the truth will show up in your branded image. However, screw up a handful of times with the wrong customers and your brand can be trashed in a matter of months.
Managing Your Construction Business Brand
Knowing your brand will help with sales and marketing as well as business and employee improvements
June 9, 2020
Developing your vision must not be tied to some hard number such as revenue or profit margins. Vision is where you want to see your company in terms of culture, market dominance, reputation and customer satisfaction.
How to Create Your Construction Company Vision
Vision is where construction contractors want to see their companies in terms of culture, market dominance, reputation and customer satisfaction
June 11, 2020
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Billd Partners with Procore to Help Contractors Manage Cash Flow
Payment solution integration with project management software makes material purchasing easier and more accessible.
June 2, 2020
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Three Ways a Low Finance Rate Carries a High Cost
Choosing the lowest rate on equipment financing can sometimes be a mistake for small businesses. Let’s explore why.
May 29, 2020
With modern finishing equipment, achieving overall floor flatness and levelness has made it easy for flatwork finishers.
What are FF and FL numbers?
Since it was introduced in the 1970s, F-numbers have proven to be useful in measuring and improving concrete floor flatness and levelness. With modern finishing equipment, achieving overall floor flatness and levelness has made it easy for flatwork finish
May 27, 2020
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ACI Announces Middle East Fellowship Recipient
ACI has named the recipient of the Middle East Fellowship for the 2020-2021 award year.
May 27, 2020
The $5,000 scholarship will be administered by the ACI Foundation and awarded annually to undergraduate students who are enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in civil engineering or construction management from an accredited institution of higher education.
ACI Foundation Announces the Roger S. Johnston Memorial Scholarship
The $5,000 scholarship will be administered by the ACI Foundation and awarded annually to undergraduate students enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in civil engineering or construction management.
May 23, 2020
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Exceptional Customer Service Starts with Confidence
Customers want to know that the employee they are working with is confident and will be able to serve them in a professional manner.
September 17, 2019
LafargeHolcim recently awarded several scholarships.
LafargeHolcim Awards Scholarships for Skill Development
LafargeHolcim recently announced the names of the eight recipients of the 37th Annual Gygi and von Wyss Foundation Scholarship, an award open to children of employees of LafargeHolcim companies in the United States.
May 16, 2020
Many businesses are using email as a nimble, personal tool to reach out to, reassure, and remind audiences they are here for them.
How to Connect During Crisis: Email Marketing and COVID-19
The COVID-19 crisis has changed everything about everything - even marketing.
May 14, 2020
A construction contractor must commit to a flawless “pre-presentation” regimen of studying schematics, drawings, specifications, personalities, needs, expectations, tendencies, etc., during phase one of preparing a winning presentation.
How to Develop a Winning Presentation - Pre-Presentation
During this first phase of winning more work, contractors must commit to a flawless "pre-presentation" regimen
May 13, 2020
The significance of properly and safely handling equipment.
Ditch Witch Offers New Equipment Operation Training Modules
The Ditch Witch certified training modules are available for stand-on skid steers, walk-behind trenchers, ride-on trenchers and roto witch drilling attachment.
May 7, 2020
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Takeuchi Announces Roadbuilders Machinery as New Dealer in Southwest Missouri
Takeuchi-US, a global leader in compact equipment, has announced RoadBuilders Machinery & Supply as a new dealer.
May 2, 2020
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How to Recruit Gen Z to the Construction Industry
Move over Millennials, Generation-Z workers are ready to take your jobs and here’s why they’ll succeed
May 1, 2020
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With a unified platform for your machines, you can get the insights you need to make operational improvements that impact the bottom line.
June 20, 2020
Skyjack is producing PPE to help local hospitals with the COVID-19 efforts.
Skyjack, Linamar Produce PPE, Ventilators for COVID-19 Efforts
Linamar Corporation’s Skyjack division received a request via social media from a local medical professional, prompting the revival of a promotional item which has new relevance today.
April 25, 2020
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During the COVID-19 Crisis, a New Type of Business Borrower Emerges
The finance sector is seeing a new type of B2B equipment financing customer emerging from the COVID-19 crisis. Is it a trend that will continue?
April 24, 2020
Medical-related rental equipment is in high demand.
Local Rental Equipment Sales Surge Due to COVID-19 Needs
According to WilmingtonBiz.com, a local rental equipment company has seen sales soar for several types of rental equipment.
April 21, 2020
According to the California Rental Association, its Executive Director Dale Blackwell has died. He was 65.
CRA Executive Director Dale Blackwell Passes Away
California Rental Association Executive Director Dale Blackwell has died. He was 65.
April 20, 2020
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United Rentals Announces Drive-Up Service, Clean Equipment
United Rentals is offering drive-up service to allow customers to maintain social distancing when renting equipment, which has been disinfected.
April 17, 2020
Users can now request contract signatures and payments in one easy step, converting quotes into reservations seamlessly.
Point of Rental Takes Next Step, Adds Free Online Payment to eSign Deal
Point of Rental has taken one more step with their eSign product, adding an eSign & Pay option.
April 16, 2020
Team members from Genie, a Terex brand, headquartered in Redmond, Washington have been working on a concept that will allow them to produce medical equipment for a local hospital.
Genie Team Produces COVID-19 PPE for Local Hospital
To help address the need in their community, team members from Genie, a Terex brand, headquartered in Redmond, Wash., have been working on a concept that will allow them to produce medical equipment for a local hospital.
April 14, 2020
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What Does Coaching and Mentoring Mean in the Construction Industry?
Industry expert Ken Monlux discusses how to use both for the betterment of your business
March 23, 2020
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ARA Takes Measures To Protect Rental Owners Amid COVID-19
Working closely with owners and agencies, the ARA has taken several steps to address the coronavirus outbreak and protect its members and their workers.
March 20, 2020
Komatsu Care Plus programs provide automatic scheduling for maintenance services, genuine parts, certified labor, machine inspections, and regular oil sampling.
New Komatsu Care Plus Extended Maintenance, Repair Programs Offer National Coverage at U.S. Distributors
To create consistent coverage across the United States, the Komatsu Care Plus programs provide model-specific detail, outlining maintenance items serviced, repair coverages, program benefits, and terms and conditions.
March 13, 2020
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Serious Labs Unveils Universal Motion Base for VR Simulators
The versatile prototype can be used for safety training across seated machines and vehicles.
March 10, 2020