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What to Consider in Concrete Grinders

American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)

How do you know what type of machine you should be operating? What kind of tools are best for your machine? What kind of power should I look at? Consider these factors when you select your new machine.

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Coaching & Consulting

Why Strategic Action Is Construction's Strongest Ally in 2025

FMI Corporation

Experts indicate both optimism and uncertainty are leading industry outlooks amid the study of five construction mega-trends. However, careful planning and strategic decision-making can lead contractors to success in 2025.

According to FMI’s recent Fourth Quarter Civil Infrastructure Index, 94% of survey respondents indicated their organizations have plans for expansion, although an industrywide lack of skilled labor still remains.

Safety Equipment - Other

6 Effective Controls for Mitigating Subcontractor Risk

Sentry Insurance

From site prep to specialized installations, the people you hire can either drive your project forward or increase risk. The GC sets expectations and enforces safety.

Regular safety audits ensure compliance with protocols and quality standards.

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Cold Weather Oil Change Tips

Sage Oil Vac Inc.

Prepare for plummeting temperatures with the right procedures and equipment.

As the ambient air temperature drops, oil thickens and equipment becomes more reluctant to turn over due to the increased oil friction resistance and decreased battery efficiency.

Equipment Management

Defining ‘Five Stars’ in the Construction Industry

RDO Equipment Co.

Five Star Civil Construction’s managing partners build a construction legacy through fleet management software, rental equipment and relationships

Despite the numerous challenges with starting a new contracting business in recent years, Five Star Civil managing partners have grown their team, skills and revenue by carving out site clearing and grading, plus utility installation, as their “bread and butter.”

Financing, Insurance & Leasing

How to Prep for 2025's New Construction Business Agenda

GB Financial Services, LLC

Learn how you can reduce costs, lower interest expense, improve jobsite efficiency and find additional personnel to stay competitive in your market.

Planning for 2025 will not be easy. Your options to improve your business are numerous and complicated and, in most cases, will require a new budget item you have not considered until now.

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Coaching & Consulting

Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Construction

How Jon O'Brien and the Keystone Contractors Association expanded awareness and advocacy in the construction industry in Pennsylvania.

With legislative support, Pennsylvania began recognizing Construction Opioid Awareness Week annually, allowing the Keystone Contractors Association to spread its message across the industry.

Compact Track Loaders

Master Creep Control to Optimize the Efficiency of Your Compact Track Loader

CASE Construction Equipment - CNH

How contractors can avoid costly delays and downtime with this simple setting.

The ability to use creep control to independently control an attachment’s hydraulic motor and machine ground speed improves both the efficiency and control of the production/processing activity of the attachment.

Coaching & Consulting

Weighing the Importance of Costs and Client Relationships

Verizon Business

As inflation continues to be a main concern for the construction industry, contractors are worrying about where to draw the line between costing customers and risking construction quality.

In an industry already facing rising prices for goods, materials, and labor, even a slight cost increase can have a significant impact.

Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other

Leveraging Equipment Telematics to Meet Jobsite Sustainability Goals

United Rentals Inc.

Six ways data can effectively reduce jobsite emissions, fossil fuel consumption and waste.

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Decorative Overlays

Advanced Resin Flooring Solutions in Construction

Optus Resin Technology

From industrial spaces and healthcare facilities to retail stores and outdoor walkways, these floors deliver exceptional performance and style.

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Technology Overload In Construction: Less Can Be More

SmartPM Technologies

Technology has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry, but there’s a growing need to cut through the noise. With so many software options, companies may be overwhelmed by choice, leading to confusion, inefficiency, and wasted investment.

Software advancements are enabling real-time data collection, more accurate forecasting, and higher levels of transparency.

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