[VIDEO] PCA Economist: How Public Debt Squeezes Construction Spending

Portland Cement Association economist Ed Sullivan explains why deficits have taken infrastructure spending out of construction spending forecasts

January 23, 2019
Related
45019798 2095447930505446 1006417159368212480 O
Report: U.S. Infrastructure Spending Outlook Brightens
January 29, 2019
Hqdefault 5c4b637e3f018
[VIDEO] Bobcat Bob-Dock Improves Upon Bob-Tach System
January 23, 2019
Hqdefault 5c4903a5783d5
[VIDEO] Wacker Neuson Series II Offers Enhanced Cab Design, Service Accessibility
January 23, 2019
Hqdefault 5c48fe4c204ca
[VIDEO] Doosan Adds Two New Air Compressors to Lineup
January 23, 2019
Recommended
103999365 2739674386308928 1678089566891292469 N
How Inaction on Funding for Infrastructure Trickles Down to Impact Workers
The Brookings Institute says that 1 out of every 10 jobs in America is related to infrastructure. What happens to those workers if we don't get the funding needed to keep projects going? We don't want to find out.
June 18, 2020
Barn Lightning Bolt Storm 99577 5953d2b0cd318
Stay Safe from Lightning Strikes on the Jobsite
The last week of June is Lightening Safety Awareness Week. Here's how to stay safe from lightning strikes and protect yourself and your co-workers every day of the year.
June 28, 2017
Screen Shot 2020 02 25 At 1 27 04 Pm
[VIDEO] 15 New Construction Industry Technologies
Rebar tying robots, software platforms and artificial intelligence road monitoring solutions are just some of the newest technologies available to the construction industry.
February 25, 2020
Latest
Struck-by accidents continue to be a leading cause of property damage and serious employee injuries on jobsites around North America.
White Noise Back-Up Alarms Improve Safety
Struck-by accidents continue to be a leading cause of property damage and serious employee injuries on jobsites around North America.
July 1, 2020
To build an efficient field operation that completes work per the quality you want within the budget allotted for the work, you need standardized systems and procedures for the crew to follow.
Standard Field Installation Techniques Improve Field Productivity
When every crew member installs things the same way, your crew will improve their speed and field efficiency, productivity rate, and standardize your cost estimating variances.
July 1, 2020
Brokk offers training designed to help existing customers improve efficiency and safety in multiple applications.
Brokk Offers Training Program to Maximize Jobsite Safety and Productivity
The flexible options including curriculum, location, and single- or multi-day durations offer customers continuing educational opportunities that fit their team.
June 30, 2020
The sophisticated HeavyDuty impermeability concept from Baumer conforms to protection classes IP 66 and IP 67 within a broad temperature range of up to +95 degrees Celsius.
Baumer HeavyDuty Rotary Encoder
June 30, 2020
Dsc 0018
OSHA Issues Guidance to Ensure Uniform Silica Standards Enforcement
New directive provides OSHA compliance safety and health officers with guidance on how to enforce the silica standards’ requirements
June 30, 2020
Multi-family residential projects create an ideal environment for contractors looking to break into or grow their business in high-flow material markets with gypsum floor underlayment, grouting, cellular concrete, plaster and stucco applications.
Selecting a Pump to Maximize Productivity and Profitability in Gypsum Applications
New residential construction business success requires an investment in specialized equipment.
June 30, 2020
Screen Shot 2020 02 25 At 1 27 04 Pm
[VIDEO] 15 New Construction Industry Technologies
Rebar tying robots, software platforms and artificial intelligence road monitoring solutions are just some of the newest technologies available to the construction industry.
February 25, 2020
4 29 20 Graph 980x671
Report: States Ramping Up Highway & Bridge Construction Contracts
According to a report from ARTBA, the value of highway and bridge contract awards was up 4 percent last month compared to the same time last year.
June 26, 2020
106537713 3021483274597568 7229854702570079132 O
Summary Breaks Down 'Moving America Forward' Act
A 96-page summary of the Moving Forward Act breaks down the specific sector-by-sector infrastructure investments inside the INVEST in America Act surface transportation reauthorization bill
June 26, 2020
Annotation 2020 06 26 085411
Hilti Among Industry Leaders Launching 2020 Construction Startup Competition
CEMEX Ventures, Ferrovial, Hilti, VINCI Group’s Leonard and NOVA by Saint-Gobain launch the 2020 Construction Startup Competition, seeking entrepreneurs and startups to drive innovation in the construction industry
June 26, 2020
Forney Vault Logo
ForneyVault Partners with Quadrel on Concrete Management Software Integration
The interface allows Quadrel’s customers to have easy access to ForneyVault along with its own technologies for concrete and aggregate management.
June 25, 2020
Cnt 229 Thumb
[NEWS TRACKER] Will Infrastructure Funding Plans Pass Before FAST Act Expires?
Democrats in the House of Representatives have introduced a $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill, and the White House has ordered the U.S. Transportation Department to devise a $1 trillion infrastructure funding bill.
June 25, 2020
Execute Jobs On-Time and On-Budget
Execute Jobs On-Time and On-Budget
Improve your bottom line with insights driven by real-time visibility on one platform. Samsara is a complete fleet management solution.
June 20, 2020
Scaling, above, and premature surface wear typically occur when contractors mix bleedwater into the surface or trap bleedwater and air directly beneath the surface.
Avoid Surface Defects on Exterior Slabs
The proper finishing techniques will help you avoid defects like premature wear, scaling, mortar flaking and plastic-shrinkage cracking.
April 21, 2011
Spring rains left this foundation with standing water in the excavation. Concrete placements should take place promptly before saturation of the grade occurs.
Standing Water in Prepared Footings: A Problem or a Precaution?
The Concrete Foundations Association addresses the concern for structural integrity of concrete footings due to water in the excavation.
May 6, 2020
104606327 2033501353460649 4412950910013178018 O (1)
Construction Employment Rebounds in May
Although job numbers are still below what they were in 2019, new data for the entire construction market shows that overall the sector recovered some of the jobs lost in April.
June 19, 2020
104900622 10158080538005973 6932085916775126720 O
Democrats 'Moving America Forward' Bill Focuses on Resilient Infrastructure
The $1.5 trillion bill includes a $500 billion transportation package but Republicans fear it focuses too much on climate change
June 19, 2020
Screen Shot 2020 06 19 At 11 07 21 Am
Highways Drive America Campaign Launched to Raise Awareness for Infrastructure Funding
The Highway Materials Group launched the initiative which will bring awareness to how investment in our nation’s surface transportation can drive economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis.
June 19, 2020
Screen Shot 2020 06 18 At 7 30 49 Am
Why Infrastructure Investment Can't Wait
At the end of September, the last surface-transportation reauthorization expires. New federal infrastructure legislation can be a path to addressing problems that will only get costlier and more cumbersome without a major bipartisan push now.
June 18, 2020
Base course being compacted with vibratory roller.
Prepping, Placing & Finishing Medium to Large Concrete Slab on Grade
Well compacted, smooth subgrade is Part 1 in making successful slabs; Part 2 will cover formwork, joint details, vapor barriers and reinforcing.
June 23, 2019
Terracon’s Facilities division had the expertise to propose an alternate solution, whereby the lost area of steel due to corrosion was replaced with externally bonded carbon fiber polymers (CFRP) which could be applied within the space constraints.
Concrete Life Extended by Effective Repair Approach
Concrete deterioration can be a major problem for facilities managers anywhere, but it’s especially challenging to address when a facility needs to remain in operation during repairs.
June 17, 2020
Handleless rope brushes work well on large slabs and in confined areas where handles are awkward.
How to Avoid Broomed Concrete Finish Disputes
Best practices can protect contractors and minimize disputes between job owners and architects.
December 9, 2019
When wet cutting with diamond blades, make sure you have ample water on the blade for dust suppression to prevent hazardous silica dust from becoming airborne.
How to Safely Cut and Drill Concrete and Other Materials
Expert tips help construction equipment operators to optimize safety during cutting and drilling operations.
June 8, 2020
103695659 1194400684234570 8537474938835257883 N
Dems Say Infrastructure Package Coming Soon
The Invest in America Act will reach the House floor for debate this month, says Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-MD. The bill would allocate almost $500 billion for roads, bridges, public transportation and railroads and would improve access to broadband.
June 12, 2020