Moody's U.S. Homebuilding Outlook

July 31, 2018

The Hidden Costs of Manual Work Orders in Commercial Construction

Makita Introduces 40V Max XGT 3-Speed Driver-Drill

Labor & Workforce Development

DENIOS Launches Spanish-Language Website for Safety Products

The new website provides Spanish-speaking users with access to workplace safety products, educational resources and customer support.

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Financing, Insurance & Leasing

JLL: Construction Costs Expected to Rise Through the Second Half of 2026

A new JLL report cites trade policy, labor shortages and data center demand as key factors driving higher construction costs and tighter contractor capacity.

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Training & Education

Concrete Industry Management Enrollment Reaches Record High

Concrete Industry Management

More college students are choosing Concrete Industry Management programs as industry demand, hands-on education and career opportunities grow.

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Truck Parts & Components

Industrial Truck Beds Rebrands as Hilltip Premium Truck Beds

Hilltip Premium Truck Beds

The truck bed manufacturer has adopted the Hilltip name as it expands its lineup of commercial truck bed solutions.

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Labor & Workforce Development

Community Opposition, Labor Constraints Reshape Data Center Construction Pipeline

Growing local resistance, permitting challenges and power constraints are delaying billions of dollars in AI data center projects, creating new hurdles for contractors and developers.

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Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Labor Struggle Calls for Stronger Workforce Planning

Recent immigration policy confusion is another reminder that contractors benefit from diversified hiring, retention and long-term staffing strategies.

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Safety Equipment - Other

Travelers Report Highlights Injury Risks for New and Older Construction Workers

The Travelers Companies, Inc.

First-year employees account for 44% of construction injuries, while older workers face longer recovery times, according to a new workers' compensation analysis.

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Concrete Grinders & Scarifiers

The FOD Issue

International Grooving & Grinding Association

The effects of diamond grinding on airfield pavements.

Grooves on a runway increase friction and reduce the risk of hydroplaning.

One Compressor, More Jobs: How Electric Portables Improve Fleet Utilization

This webinar examines how portable electric technology can reduce the operating and maintenance burdens associated with diesel-powered units while giving fleets greater flexibility.

Speakers: Manhar Grewal

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Labor & Workforce Development

ABC: Construction Industry Added 11,000 Jobs in June

Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)

Nonresidential construction led employment gains last month, while higher unemployment and slower wage growth suggest labor availability may be improving.

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Financing, Insurance & Leasing

Report Claims Construction Costs Expected to Climb Through Second Half of 2026

Data center demand, labor shortages, trade policy and material costs are increasing pressure on project budgets and contractor capacity.

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Labor & Workforce Development

NAWIC Announces 2027 Women in Construction Week Events

National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)

The annual March event will feature webinars, jobsite tours, training sessions and networking opportunities focused on industry trends, safety and career development.

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