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Labor & Workforce Development

Data Center Opposition Could Cost America a Generation of Skilled Workers

AI infrastructure investment could expand construction careers, strengthen domestic industrial capabilities and create new pathways to middle-class wages.

November 7, 2026

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AI at the Leading Edge: Closing Front-Load Blind Spots

Brigade Electronics Inc.

How intelligent cameras and automatic view switching can give equipment operators a clearer picture — and earlier warning — around wheel loaders, forklifts and reach stackers.

October 7, 2026

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Who Said This Generation Doesn't Want to Work? | Watch FCP

Eosso Brothers Paving

The Ocean County Construction Career Expo filled a minor league ballpark with students and employers. One contractor showed up to connect and left planning to hire.

October 6, 2026

From Barbecue to Blacktop: A Journey Through Asphalt

Verde Resources

Cindy Powell reflects on her 20-year asphalt career, her path from restaurant owner to industry leader, and her work advancing sustainability, pavement preservation and opportunities for women in asphalt.

October 5, 2026

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Personal Protection Equipment

ISEA Updates Head Protection Requirements

International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA)

The revised standard maintains existing Type and Class classifications while adding optional criteria for retention, chin straps and multidirectional impact protection.

October 2, 2026

Orange safety hard hat with reflective stripes and protective goggles on a tire at a construction site

How To Identify The Hardest Workers On A Jobsite | Watch FCP

Eosso Brothers Paving

Everyone knows this one universal rule, right?

October 2, 2026

Pavement Marking & Striping

The Parking Lot Problem: Hidden Risks Owners Often Miss

From costly lawsuits to ADA blind spots, neglected maintenance is one of the most dangerous liabilities for property owners.

September 29, 2026

Yellow evidence marker numbered 1 on asphalt with white painted lines

I Tried Sealcoating for the First Time and Instantly Regretted It | Watch FCP

Eosso Brothers Paving

Tyler pulled out of college two weeks before move-in and took a heavy equipment class instead. A year into the trade at 19, he says his friends are the jealous ones.

September 27, 2026

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In Search of That Simple Sentence

New editor vows to learn asphalt and pavement industries through your expertise and stories.

September 24, 2026

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Building A Career, Not Student Load Debt | Watch FCP

Eosso Brothers Paving

In today's world, finding the right job is harder than ever, and the argument between going to college or finding a trade is front and center.

September 19, 2026

Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Job Openings Rise to 326,000 in July

Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)

Construction job openings increased by 28,000 in July and 21,000 year over year as hiring accelerated and layoffs slowed, signaling stronger demand for workers.

September 17, 2026

Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Suicide Prevention: Turning Awareness into Action | Watch FCP

The Wounded Workforce

Stephanie Lemek of The Wounded Workforce discusses suicide prevention in construction, jobsite mental health and practical ways contractors can support workers.

September 16, 2026

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Business Management

Construction AI Connects Project Data to Protect Margins

Lupa Technology

An intelligence layer that connects project documents, schedules, costs and field events can help contractors identify commercial risks earlier and make better decisions.

September 15, 2026

Construction worker in safety vest using tablet at desk with coffee cup and supplies

Nominations Open for 2027 Pavement Awards

These annual awards provide industry-wide recognition for contractors involved in all aspects of the pavement maintenance industry. Submissions close Oct. 12, 2026.

September 15, 2026

I Went Where Construction's Next Generation Is Training For Today | Watch FCP

Eosso Brothers Paving

Everyone in construction complains about the labor shortage. Ocean County Vocational Technical School is doing something about it, and it has one ask for the industry.

September 11, 2026

Man presenting to classroom with 'Watch FCP' yellow badge and 'The Next Greatest Generation' text overlay

Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Safety Programs Expand Focus to Mental Health

Mental health is a critical part of construction safety. Practical steps can help supervisors and safety leaders support workers, connect them with resources and prevent suicide.

September 8, 2026

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Automation & AI

TruTec Debuts AI Takeoffs for Paving Contractors

TruTec measures the whole site from current aerial imagery — parking lots, HOA streets, driveways, twenty-plus line items, making the project bid-ready.

September 7, 2026

Aerial map view of residential development with parking detection overlay and interactive mapping tools

Construction Safety Technology

Laserline Manufacturing Debuts GL3000PMC Guidance Laser

Laserline Manufacturing Inc.

The GL3000PMC Wing-Tow Plow Guidance Laser uses an ultra-bright green laser spot to establish a wing plow or tow plows trailing edge location.

September 6, 2026

Snow plow truck clearing a snow-covered highway with neon green operational visualization overlay during winter weather.