Indiana Contractors Say Strike is About More Than Health Costs

The strike has effectively shut down heavy roadwork in Northwest Indiana after Local 150 began picketing asphalt plants on Monday morning.

Jun 14, 2011
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Resiliency
The Sanibel Causeway Reconstruction: Three Years After Hurricane Ian
Superior Construction
The island community's new bridge should be able to stand the test of time, as well as handle just about anything mother nature might throw at it.
Gabion marine mattresses (25,225 square yards) await installation for scour protection.
Labor & Workforce Development
National Recovery Month: Tackling Addiction and Mental Health in Construction
Construction workers face higher rates of substance use and overdose than most industries. Dr. Nzinga Harrison shares insights on how injuries, stigma and culture contribute — and how workplaces can lead the way in recovery support.
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Sweepers
How NAPSA Power Sweeping Standard Protects Contractors From Legal Risk
North American Power Sweeping Association (NAPSA)
The North American Power Sweeping Association has introduced a new industry standard aimed at protecting contractors from litigation, reducing insurance exposure, and raising the bar for safety and professionalism.
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Construction News
LGMG Relaunches, Criag Paylor Takes the Helm
LGMG North America, Inc.
Giving the company a fresh start, LGMG relaunches with a reaffimation to the North American MEWP and equipment rental market.
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Labor & Workforce Development
Toro Names Tom Werner General Manager of Sitework Systems Division
The Toro Company
Toro has appointed Tom Werner as general manager of its Sitework Systems business, effective September 3, bringing his extensive product marketing experience to lead the division that pioneered the compact utility loader market.
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Skid Steers
Equipment Today Releases 2025 Skid Steer and Compact Track Loader Spec Guide
Search specs and find features from 13 major manufacturers for expert help narrowing down and selecting the best skid steer and/or compact track loader for your next project.
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Estimating & Bidding
Smarter Bidding, Real ROI: Our Journey with Predictive AI
Western Specialty Contractors
We analyzed years of bid history and found a practical way to bid smarter, reduce risk, and protect our people and projects.
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Technology & Services
Practical Curing Advice for Jobsite Realities
The Thrasher Group North Carolina
A renewed focus on curing will take effort and a change to existing jobsite practices. Here are some practical, job-tested advice to help contractors prioritize curing while keeping the job moving and avoiding unnecessary headaches.
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Financing, Insurance & Leasing
Providing Rental Businesses the Power to Instantly Verify Insurance
Assurant Inc.
Assurant Inc. and Evident partner to deliver risk protection for the equipment rental industry.
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An Expanding Concrete Economy
Where concrete contractors have found growth through the dynamics of 2025’s economy.
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Fleet Maintenance
How Propane Is Making Off-Road Fleets Cleaner on a Budget
Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)
Considerations such as lower emissions and lowest cost of ownership make propane a competitive option in the construction marketplace.
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Management
Building More Than Roads: A New Approach to Growth in the Asphalt Industry
Elite paving inc
With heart, hustle, and a vision for the future, Elite Paving’s Ali Williams is reimagining what success looks like in construction.
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