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Construction Safety

Strict Safety Rules on Jobsites Reduce Liability Risks

Gallagher Bassett North America

The skilled labor shortage impacts the industry’s ability to conduct business safely, as a the pipeline of complex projects continues to grow.

Any injuries incurred while on the job can remove a worker from the project and often result in workers’ compensation costs.

Wells Named Editor of Equipment Today

Kathy Wells, who has a decade of experience working in construction-related media, is the publication’s new editor-in-chief, effective Aug. 5.

Kathy Wells, who has a decade of experience working in construction-related media, is the publication’s new editor-in-chief, effective Aug. 5.

Training & Education

Small Business Bootcamp: Don’t Skimp on Training!

If you’ve been in business long, you know that having the right team in place is critical to a profitable and sustainable business.

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Optimism Among Mid-2024 Construction Industry Trends: Report

The Marcum Construction Industry Group released a report based on contractor surveys regarding the healthy of the construction industry.

While many factors play into contractors' sense of financial, such as politics and the ongoing labor shortage, overall the picture is positive.

Infrared Technology an Environmental Hero in the Asphalt Industry

Pothole Heroes is striving to make a difference in the asphalt industry as it works to be as eco-friendly and self-performing as possible.

Infrared technology is a less negatively impactful method of repairing and restoring asphalt. It allows for smaller crews with less equipment necessary.

Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other

Can Machine Control Systems Really Improve Profits?

Volvo Construction Equipment

This technology dramatically improves accuracy, from load weight to trench depths, angles and directions, to the compaction density of a newly laid asphalt mat.

Some machine control systems help operators automate and fine-tune tasks like leveling, digging and grading all the way up to creating complex, multidimensional site profiles.

Hitachi Global Air Power Acquires Air Power Sales & Service

Hitachi Global Air Power

Air Power specializes in 24-hour sales and service of air compressors, air treatment products, accessories, and related equipment.

Hgap Acquires Air Power Sales Image

Cummins Unveils 'Power Onward'

The move supports the company's Destination Zero strategy to reduce the greenhouse gas and air quality impacts of its products.

The portfolio includes forms of power that span the energy transition: diesel, natural gas, hybrid, electric power and biofuels.

Why Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engines are Trending in the Construction Industry

Engine Technology Forum

Other than its strengths and carbon neutrality, H2-ICE is a great option, due to its ability to use hydrogen sourced from just about anywhere.

There are sustainable energy sources for every power and distance need. When it comes to heavy equipment and machinery in construction, H2-ICE is one of the best options for powering major energy-using vehicles.

Construction Technology

4 Benefits of Construction Technology Subscriptions

These options are now available for a range of products, from on-machine grade control systems to off-machine base stations, data collectors, rovers and total stations.

Subscriptions make investing in GNSS across a fleet simpler.

Construction Safety

AWP Safety Expands Traffic Control With 2 Washington State Acquisitions

AWP Safety announced its strategic acquisitions of Washington Traffic Control, LLC and Western Traffic Control, LLC, strengthening the company's traffic control partner services.

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Telematics Provider FleetWatcher Acquired by Align Technologies

The acquisition extends Align’s product offerings and will allow customers to leverage a single platform to track tools, small equipment, fleet, and materials.

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