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Detectable Warnings
2 Simple Technology Retrofits to Make Your Site Safer
Caterpillar - Cat
You don’t need to buy new equipment to take advantage of technology that improves site safety. Check out two affordable options you can add to your existing machines right now.
August 4, 2023
The obvious advantage of camera systems is a safer jobsite with less risk, equipment damage and downtime. The hidden benefit? Operators who work more confidently, efficiently and productively.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Safety Takes To The Sky: Drones In Construction
Caterpillar - Cat
Contractors are using drones for site surveys, stockpile profiling, material measurement, inspections, client reporting and more.
May 12, 2022
Contractors are using drones for site surveys, stockpile profiling, material measurement, inspections, client reporting and more.
Construction Safety Technology
AI in Construction: Beyond Autonomous Machines
Caterpillar - Cat
Artificial intelligence is all around us – have you asked Siri or Alexa a question? Here’s how it is being used today to improve construction change orders, jobsite safety, equipment maintenance and reduce labor demand
December 29, 2021
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Construction Safety
Is It Really Worth the Cost to Keep Construction Workers Safe?
Keeping workers safe comes at an expense. Here’s why you can’t afford to spare it.
August 5, 2019
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Construction Safety
Construction Safety Week Should Be a Year-long Celebration
Construction Safety Week 2019 is May 6-10, and this year the focus is on the choices we make and their impact
April 25, 2019
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Apps
[APP] Bring Photos, Videos, Drone Shots and 3D Laser Scans Together in One Place
StructionSite
Highly rated reality capture platform for construction teams allows contractors to "walk the job" from wherever they are
April 23, 2019
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Construction Safety
March is Ladder Safety Month
Ladder safety should garner just as much focus as equipment safety on a construction jobsite
March 14, 2019
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Apps
[APP] Get a Real-time View of Safety Performance with eCompliance
eCompliance
Share collected safety data from the jobsite immediately between the worksite and the office with eCompliance mobile app
January 29, 2019
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Construction Toolbox
Take Your Construction Company Back to School
A variety of resources offer online, on-demand construction courses and training that are designed for continuing education and growing construction companies
September 14, 2017
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Apps
[APP] Plan, Track and Manage Drones and Flight Operations Used for Business Operations
DroneLogbook provides a platform to plan and track flight operations, maintenance, incidents and equipment
June 30, 2017
Apps
[APP] Create Professional Reports from the Jobsite with #1 Rated Raken Daily Reporting Mobile App
Raken
With Raken, contractors can record work logs, subcontractor information, safety observations, equipment, visitors, materials, notes, pictures and attachments and add them to daily reports from the jobsite
December 13, 2016
With Raken, contractors can record work logs, subcontractor information, safety observations, equipment, visitors, materials, notes, pictures and attachments and add them to daily reports.
Apps
[APP] Complete Cloud-based Safety Documentation on the Jobsite with SiteDocs
SiteDocs is a complete cloud-based paperless safety management system that allows you to manage your entire safety program from mobile apps and the Web
August 30, 2016
SiteDocs is a complete cloud-based Paperless safety management system that allows you to manage your entire safety program from mobile apps and the web.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Take Efficiency to New Heights with UAV Technology
Caterpillar - Cat
Caterpillar has been working with drones on contractor and aggregate-producer sites to determine how the technology can be used to improve site safety, efficiency and profitability
August 29, 2016
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Construction Toolbox
Are You Training Your Construction Employees on Jobsite Electrical Safety?
While electrical-related workplace fatalities have declined, construction still remains the most at-risk industry
June 2, 2016
The construction industry remains the most at risk for work-related electrical fatalities and non-fatalities.
Business Services
5 “Truths” Destined to Impact Your Construction Business
As the construction industry continues to evolve, these five “truths” have taken hold and will factor into your future business success
February 26, 2016
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Construction Toolbox
10 Considerations Before Using Drones for Your Construction Business
What you need to know and consider before incorporating drones into your construction company
June 25, 2015
Once the FAA finalizes rules for the commercial use of drones their adoption won't be easy or automatic. Along with the benefits of using this miniature aircraft for construction work will be a slew of regulations designed to keep the skies safe, prevent accidents and protect privacy.
Apps
ForConstructionPros App of the Week: CCS Safety
CCS Construction
The CCS Safety mobile app can help construction contractors record, track and report safety hazards and incidents as well as complete job hazard analysis reports
April 21, 2015
The app allows contractors to use their mobile device to record safety issues which can then be tracked using a website or emailed from within the application. The app also features real-time reporting.
Construction Toolbox
Five New Years Resolutions for Construction Contractors in 2015
Industry leader suggests five resolutions construction contractors should make for 2015
January 8, 2015
With the start of a new year, what will your resolutions be?
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