Paving_Roadtec

April 7, 2017

Stealth Paver Side View 54344fc30a563

Gdp Graph Q2 21

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.

222598096 4322876584422635 1419010588331848030 N

Infrastructure Bill Progresses in Senate

Lawmakers voted to move forward with debate on the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure proposal after they reached a deal on major outstanding issues.

NEW ROUGH TERRAIN LINE

NEW ROUGH TERRAIN LINE

The new line of JLG Rough Terrain Scissors has an answer for every task. When we say upgrade, we mean business – yours.

218325327 4290186357708590 6903345100807939567 N

What's Delaying Infrastructure Talks Now?

Negotiators are working to resolve two issues standing in the way of a bipartisan infrastructure package and hoping to vote on proceeding next week while a new poll shows support for infrastructure funding is growing nationwide

Cu Shop Demo Natl Demo Assoc

Top 10 Construction Stories This Week: DeCarlo Demolishes a 1959-Vintage Sears Store

Most-read construction stories include 6 in-demand construction certifications, how to get resources needed to handle growing workload, civil firms expect booming work volume and labor challenges, 3D file transfer supercharges Veit’s technology advantage

United Rentals Equipment 5

Calculate Equipment Costs to Assess When to Own vs. Rent

Contractors can use this rental formula to calculate monthly costs for construction equipment to determine which option makes more sense for their business.

Cnt 07222021

Construction News Tracker: $3.5 Trillion is the Number for New Infrastructure

Construction news is dominated by infrastructure-funding struggles; first construction momentum drop in six months; falling lumber prices; rising portion of civil contractors report growing backlogs but 65% say skills shortage is already delaying projects

Adobe Stock 247260977

Manitowoc Enters Agreement to Acquire H&E Crane Business

After strategic planning, Manitowoc has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the crane business of H&E Equipment Services, and is expected to pay approximately $130 million.

Wohnhaus Tempe Usa Rendering

Two 3D-Printed Concrete Projects Bring the Concept Home to the US

Taking a look at the construction of the first 3D-printed home to be funded by a public-private grant and the first residential 3D building. Is this start of 3D concrete printing a new foothold into the U.S. construction industry?

Construction Starts Chart June 2021 Month

Construction Starts Slip in June as Materials Prices Continue to Weigh Heavily on Housing

Higher material costs for homebuilders and the absence of starts for large nonresidential and nonbuilding projects push Dodge Data & Analytics' count of total starts down 7% for the month.

Logan Maywald/Facebook

Road Building Optimism High as Industry Awaits Sustainable Funding

During the National Asphalt Pavement Association mid-year meeting, FMI shared their market outlook and the economic drivers impacting the demand for asphalt this year and beyond

June 2021 Us Housing Starts Permits

Home Building Regains Momentum as Building Permits Fall to Eight-Month Low

June new-home construction and apartment development exceeded expectations, after May results were revised lower, with single family growth centered in the South and Northeast

In Sight Global Capital Projects

Construction Sector in Americas Most Optimistic Post-COVID & Sees Technology as Key to Growth

Global Capital Projects Outlook reports the construction sector in the Americas is optimistic about business prospects for the coming 12 months and sees digitization as a key opportunity for future growth.

Cu 2021 Trd Pro Toyota Tundra Lr 001

Top 10 Construction Stories This Week: Forget the Nameplate If You Want the Most American Pickup

Most-read construction stories include why contractors are detailing formwork in-house, hot tips for hot-weather concreting, what's next for infrastructure funding in Washington, how to attract new employees

Demolishing the Salt Lake City airport took Grant Mackay Co. on a tour back through the durability standards of construction of past decades.

Major Airport Demolition that Traveled Through Time

Grant Mackay Company encounters the various construction-durability standards of several decades, bringing down the concourses, terminals and a parking garage at the Salt Lake City International Airport

Microsoft Teams Image

Digital Transformation Can Help Contractors Overcome Supply Chain Disruptions

Digital transformation is emerging as a critical tool to enable construction contractors to overcome supply chain disruptions and material procurement challenges.

Microsoft Teams Image

Civil Contractors Expect Increased Work Volume and Profits But Skills Gap Concerns Grow

Civil contractors are optimistic about work volume through 2022, but express growing concerns about how the skills shortage will affect their ability to handle infrastructure projects.

D24f3cd790b849e19ef025309c0760f9 jpeg

How Contractors Can Get the Resources They'll Need to Move Infrastructure Projects Forward

Everyone is talking about how to pay for an infrastructure bill, but no one is talking about how the industry is going to be able to accomplish the influx of work headed our way. These tools can build the efficiency necessary to get the work done.

Ipaf Training

Are Your Workers Trained Hard or Hardly Trained?

Elevating Safety spoke to a group of experienced MEWP training and safety professionals from across the industry to provide the following summary of what constitutes quality training and evaluate its importance.

Combo Graph Jun 21

Construction Backlog and Builder Confidence Rise in June with Expectations for Continued Growth

Contractors saw a slight increase in backlog for the month and anticipate continued expansion in construction activity through the rest of 2021.

Tips on Using Admixtures in Concrete for Hot Weather

The Heat is On: Hot Tips for Successful Hot Weather Concreting

How to effectively use concrete admixtures to increase the quality of concrete during the summer months.

03 Wheel Loader Buckets 600x400

Choosing the Right Wheel Loader Bucket In Three Easy Steps

Among all the options to weigh when choosing a wheel loader – size, power, technology, comfort and safety features – the most important one may be which bucket

Cu Ut Vs Kubota

Top 10 Construction Stories This Week: How To Prevent the 4 Most Common Construction Injuries

Most-read construction stories also include how to prevent the 4 most common construction injuries, researchers develop autonomous excavator, material shortages put contractors in crisis mode, how fast is the 702-hp 2021 Ram 1500 TRX, really?

Renting a compact excavator provides flexibility in terms of how long you hold onto the equipment, plus lets you select the machine size and configuration best suited for the application.

Compact Excavator Acquisition is No Small Choice

When it comes to compact excavators, the decision to buy, rent or lease calls for more than comparing costs.

214521717 4726808330672984 1434283115019107787 N

Major Infrastructure Projects Across Nation to Address Existing Issues

While awaiting Congressional action on infrastructure funding, states are pursuing a backlog of maintenance and improvement projects with the little infrastructure spending money they have available

211210065 329421931964489 4045392372208638829 N

What's Next for Infrastructure Funding in Washington?

The Senate could begin talks regarding the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure deal July 19th. Meanwhile, House leaders consider how to move the INVEST Act forward before the Sept 30 reauthorization deadline.

Backbone Of America Base Image

Mentorship Program Gaining Traction in the Construction Industry

Here's how one company is helping their employees reach their career destinations.