Bills to Hike Maryland Gas Tax Stalls

Bills have stalled in the House of Delegates and Senate that would have increased the state’s gas tax by as much as a dime to raise more money for transportation improvement projects.

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AEC Firms are Twice as Likely to Face Ransomware Attacks as Other Industries

More than 30% of architecture, engineering and construction companies that are victimized by successful cyberattacks fall victim again, according to new research from Egnyte

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Rental Announces the 2021 Editor's Choice Awards

Uncover the winners of the 2021 Editor's Choice Awards, the top 30 products and pieces of equipment chosen for their audience engagement online, innovation, and utility for the rental market.

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In the case of a private sale, a little diligence can go a long way. But you must understand there is some risk involved.

Buying Used Heavy Equipment? Make Sure You Are Aware of These Three Potential Risks

Used heavy equipment can be a great value, but there are several unique risks that buyers should be aware of.

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What's in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Package...And How Will We Pay For It?

In a rare Sunday session, lawmakers introduced the $1.2 trillion, eight-year infrastructure bill after negotiators worked through the weekend.

Current US construction spending has outpaced its Great-Recession peak.

Why Contractors are Smiling Despite Nonresidential Dragging US Construction Spending Down Again in June

How tight construction labor and materials are governing nonresidential construction spending, even as contractors report high expectations for significantly improving work volume, revenue and profit margins

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Manufacturing Economic Index Continues to Expand, Down Slightly in July

Manufacturers grapple with growing backlog, contracting inventories, while report indicates customer inventories too low. Meanwhile, manufacturing prices increasing and exports/imports continue to grow.

Verizon launches Robotics Business Technology to Expand Drone and Robotics Solutions

Robotics Business Technology includes the Skyward drone management company and incubed IT, a developer of software for autonomous mobile robots recently acquired by Verizon.

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Top 5 Most Read New Contech Stories of July 2021

When it comes to construction technology, these stories were most popular with readers in July.

Danfoss Formally Completes $3.3 billion Acquisition of Eaton’s Hydraulics Business

Eaton’s hydraulics business will be combined with the Danfoss Power Solutions business segment, doubling the size of Danfoss’ hydraulics operations.

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Engineering and Construction Costs Rise Again in July on Semiconductor Shortage

Shortages of electrical components such as semiconductors helped push costs higher for the ninth straight month.

This photo was submitted by Andrew Taylor. Last month, the Shelly Company & Ebony Construction were working to pave in echelon at the Toledo Express Airport.

Construction Contractors Need to Prepare for Increase in Work with Infrastructure Plan

In case you haven't heard, our leaders in Washington have agreed to a $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan. The construction industry is poised for huge growth under this plan and your company will need the right people and equipment to keep up

Caterpillar's Griffin Reome Talks Solving the Workforce Shortage

What needs to be done to attract a new generation to fill the service technician shortage.

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Trading Expediency for Safety

As contractors, we must protect our workers and we cannot trade expediency of getting jobs done more quickly for the safety hazards that await such trade-offs.

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5 Strategies for Today’s (And Tomorrow’s) Labor Shortage

The US Department of Labor reports a record 9.3 million job openings. Heres what construction can learn from what’s happening today

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that adding $40 billion of IRS funding would add $103 billion in federal revenue.

Senators Short Infrastructure Funding to Protect Tax Evaders

Bipartisan senators negotiating a $1.2 trillion hard infrastructure bill eschew paying for it with deficit spending, but choose to restrict unemployment insurance rather than enforce IRS law to raise adequate revenues

This current equipment availability scenario is a great opportunity for companies to strengthen relationships with equipment dealer partners.

3 Unexpected Equipment Challenges Construction is Facing in 2021 – And What to Do Now

Here are three primary ways 2021 has tested the construction industry and what you can do about it.

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Enerpac to Demonstrate Tools, Heavy-Lift Equipment and Tech at MINEXPO 2021

Industrial tool manufacturer Enerpac will exhibit its latest equipment, innovations, and technologies in Las Vegas at MINEXPO from Sept. 13-15.

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Construction Employment Lags as Contractors Grapple with Labor Shortages, Supply Chain Issues

Despite a recovering U.S. economy, labor shortages and supply chain challenges have restrained broader construction employment gains.

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House Votes to Increase US DOT Funding by $19B

The spending increase on its way to the Senate would expand safety programs and fund highway, rail, transit and climate-focused infrastructure projects as part of a sprawling spending package the U.S. House of Representatives approved Thursday

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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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Commercial and Multifamily Construction Starts Rise 12% in Major Metro Areas in 2021's First Half

On a national basis, commercial and multifamily starts were up by 10% compared to the first six months of 2020.

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Infrastructure Investment Holds Key to 100,000+ Equipment Manufacturing Jobs

New data shows infrastructure investment could substantially boost U.S. manufacturing job growth before the end of President Biden’s first term.

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Best Practice Guide for Underground Damage Prevention Reflects Advances in Technology

The CGA's Best Practices Guide 18.0 provides guidance for damage prevention safety and includes new practices that reflect advancements in technology.

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How Contractors Can Stand Out From the Crowd

Creative signs in interesting shapes, and with interesting designs, will catch people’s eyes and help you build brand awareness that will lead to increased job opportunities.

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