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Industry Trends
Construction’s Biggest Boogeymen: 6 Business Problems Contractors Can’t Escape
From labor shortages and payment delays, these six construction business challenges continue to haunt contractors.
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If Construction Equipment Were Halloween Candy | Watch FCP
October 29, 2026
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ServiceTitan Survey: Tariffs Pressure Contractor Profit Margins
October 24, 2026
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Construction Crews Prepare for Fall Weather and Jobsite Conditions
October 23, 2026
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Construction Job Openings Fall to 251,000
October 19, 2026
Bar chart showing vendor payment timelines: 57.1% paid within 15 days, 26% in 15-30 days, 13% in 31-45 days, with smaller percentages for longer payment delays.
Survey Finds Late Payments and Portal Work Burden Construction Vendors
October 19, 2026
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Automation & AI
ServiceTitan Report Finds Commercial Contractors Focused on Profitability, AI
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Labor & Workforce Development
HD Construction Equipment, Manitou Group Sign Compact Equipment Partnership
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Automation & AI
Put AI Takeoff Tools to the Test Before Trusting Them with Your Bids
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Robotics & Automation
Neo-Century Modern Concrete
Labor & Workforce Development
The Skilled Labor Shortage Is Creating New Jobsite Safety Challenges
Skillit
Skilled labor shortages are putting construction jobsite safety at risk. AI could help contractors connect qualified workers with projects faster.
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Labor & Workforce Development
Building a Future for Women in Construction | Watch FCP
Acha Construction LLC
Meet Mary Schwandt, an Army veteran and construction leader who advocates for women in asphalt and pavement while building a career in heavy civil construction.
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Industry Trends
6 Trends Shaping the Next Wave of U.S. Warehouse Construction
Interact Analysis
Warehouse construction is expected to accelerate in 2027 as e-commerce, AI infrastructure, automation, cold chain logistics and other factors drive new investment.
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Labor & Workforce Development
Construction Adds 22,000 Jobs in August
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)
Construction employment increased by 22,000 jobs in August, with nonresidential specialty trade and heavy civil contractors driving most of the gains.
Construction employment growth chart comparing August 2025 to August 2026, showing 12-month percentage changes across sectors
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Survey Shows Drivers’ Fleet Safety Technology Opinions
Linxup
A Linxup survey found 77% of commercial fleet professionals believe safety technology benefits outweigh privacy concerns, with many citing protection and accident prevention.
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Labor & Workforce Development
Construction Leaders Urged to Prioritize Suicide Prevention
Skanska Inc.
National Suicide Prevention Month highlights the construction industry's elevated suicide rate and the importance of mental health resources and support.
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Labor & Workforce Development
AED Foundation Reports 10,000-Per-Year Diesel Technician Shortage
AED Foundation
The 2026 report finds a shortage of about 10,000 diesel technicians annually, affecting dealer capacity, costs and customer demand.
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Asphalt Recycling
The Cold Truth About Asphalt Recycling | Watch FCP
Wirtgen Group, a John Deere Co.
Wirtgen’s Jessie Boone discusses cold recycling, equipment technology and how contractor feedback helps shape machine development.
Road rehabilitation equipment with asphalt paving machinery in forest setting, promoting rethinking road rehabilitation
Labor & Workforce Development
Yanmar Becomes Majority Partner in AriensCo
Yanmar USA
The partnership combines the companies' engineering and manufacturing capabilities while maintaining existing brands and operations.
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Labor & Workforce Development
Construction Mental Health Is a Safety Issue, Too | Watch FCP
Hard Hat Courage
Mental health is a growing safety concern in construction. This Watch FCP short highlights warning signs and ways contractors can support workers.
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Grade Control
The Human Side of Grade Control and How It Addresses the Labor Shortage
Volvo Construction Equipment
By turning the cab into a high-tech office, contractors can attract a new generation of digital natives who are more comfortable with a tablet than a shovel. And for the veterans, it offers a way to extend their careers by reducing the mental and physical toll.
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Industry Trends
Construction Demand Remains Strong but Growth is Concentrated in Key Areas
Skanska Inc.
Skanska’s 2026 construction market report finds strong demand in data centers, infrastructure, power and advanced manufacturing, while labor, equipment and material issues remain.
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