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'Black sand' being produced at Green Asphalt in New York City.

The EPA Answers Your Questions About Asphalt EPDs

March 17, 2025

With stricter immigration policies expected in the coming year, there could be a severe reduction in the number of available workers.

How to Avoid 5 Potential Challenges for Construction in 2025

March 14, 2025

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Pavement Maintenance International, Part 3: Building A Female Workforce

March 14, 2025

According to Hayfield, one of the most critical challenges affecting construction contractors this year is material inflation. This is being driven by potential tariffs, which will push up project costs for contractors and may lead to some projects being cancelled if costs become too high.

Industry Analyst on 2025 Prospects and Market Conditions

February 21, 2025

The EPA Answers Your Questions About Asphalt EPDs

While the future legacy of the IIJA and IRA are still being decided, there are still ways for contractors to take advantage of available government projects that are looking to procure low embodied carbon materials.

'Black sand' being produced at Green Asphalt in New York City.

Coaching & Consulting

How to Avoid 5 Potential Challenges for Construction in 2025

Excavator Parts Direct (EPD)

The construction industry is looking to rebound in 2025. To do so, suppliers, builders, and contractors alike need to know what’s in store for the coming year.

With stricter immigration policies expected in the coming year, there could be a severe reduction in the number of available workers.

Labor & Workforce Development

Pavement Maintenance International, Part 3: Building A Female Workforce

Pinnacle Development Group,Inc

The move to bring more women into our industry is a brilliant move, and may be a move that pays huge dividends.

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Industry Analyst on 2025 Prospects and Market Conditions

Interact Analysis

Alastair Hayfield, vice president of commercial vehicles at Interact Analysis, taps into some of today's top challenges and where contractors can focus their efforts for success.

According to Hayfield, one of the most critical challenges affecting construction contractors this year is material inflation. This is being driven by potential tariffs, which will push up project costs for contractors and may lead to some projects being cancelled if costs become too high.

John Deere Introduces New 850 X-Tier Dozer and P-Tier Model Enhancements

The new 850 X-Tier Dozer brings increased power, performance and sustainability, while the 700, 750 and 850 P-Tier Dozers upgrades improve jobsite productivity, reduce fuel consumption, and enhance operator comfort with SmartGrade technology.

The 850 X-Tier utilizes dual path electric drive technology for added simplicity over traditional drivetrains and optimizes torque delivery and reduces machine complexity.

Concrete Equipment & Products

Women in Concrete

Sharing the voice of three women within the concrete construction industry: Dr. Marisa Juenger, Lizabeth Howard, and Kilah Engelke.

The Steel Edge Women team of the Operative Plasterers' & Cement Masons' International Association, taken during World of Concrete 2025

Construction Technology

Trimble Debuts Worldwide Technology Outlet Strategy With SMS Equipment, Inc.

Trimble Construction | Trimble

As the first Trimble Technology Outlet, SMS Equipment, Inc. will sell Trimble's equipment technologies directly to customers across the globe. Trimble Technology Outlets are a new part of Trimble’s evolving civil construction distribution strategy.

As a Trimble Technology Outlet, SMS Equipment will now sell Trimble grade control, site positioning systems and correction services technology directly to SMS Equipment customers using dozers, excavators, compactors and compact machines from trusted brands like Komatsu, BOMAG and Takeuchi.

Road Builders Upgrade The Florida-Alabama Line

CWR Contracting

In the face of historic natural forces, the paving crews from CWR Contracting in the southeastern United States are working overtime to improve roads, drainage, and safety for travelers.

Concrete Equipment & Products

Concrete Construction For Beginners | No Edge Lines Season 2 Episode 6

The editor of Asphalt Contractor magazine, Brandon Noel, steps way out of his comfort zone and into a giant concrete pour. The crew at Ace Avant in North Carolina put him through the paces of any rookie's first day on the job.

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AGC Chief Economist on Construction Challenges in 2025

Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)

For a look at what contractors might expect to encounter throughout the year, Ken Simonson, chief economist at Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), offers a glimpse into the coming conditions and challenges.

According to Simonson, although construction activity grew more slowly as the year progressed, contractors continue to cite difficulty in finding qualified workers as their greatest challenge.

What's Coming This Year? AEM President and CEO Offers Forecast

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

Megan Tanel, president and CEO at Associated Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), addresses the industry's top concerns today, as well as the future of the construction industry.

According to Tanel, contractors already prioritize machine capability, efficiency and safety when purchasing equipment. Manufacturers are constantly innovating to meet these needs, with a strong focus on creating safer and more efficient machines.

ABC Economist Shares 2025 Construction Outlook

Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)

What are today's top challenges and opportunities for contractors today? Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Economist Zack Fritz offers professional insights on the year ahead.

According to Fritz, in 2025, disparities in performance between contractors are set to widen as those associated with megaprojects, including manufacturing facilities, data centers and infrastructure, remain in high demand.

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