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The Evolution of Heated Workwear

Milwaukee Tool Corp.

Over the years, heated workwear has evolved from basic thermal clothing to battery-powered heated jackets and vests that deliver consistent warmth. This evolution reflects the growing recognition of the importance of thermal protection on the jobsite.

January 6, 2025

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Jobsite Equipment

Transform Your Jobsite Equipment With Propane

Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)

Four ways propane-powered equipment can offer jobsites more performance, portability, safety and savings.

December 13, 2024

Data from the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) shows that propane-powered small-engine job site applications can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 17% and sulfur oxide (SOx) emissions by up to 16% compared with gasoline-fueled models.

Snow Removal: Anti-Icing 101

Snow experts dig in to anti-icing trends, regulations affecting the technique, safety considerations and more.

December 6, 2024

Sodium chloride, a basic solution of rock salt and water, is the most common and cost-effective type of brine used for anti-icing.

Equipment Monitoring & Logistics

Crawler Carrier Technology Innovations Accelerating

Crawler carrier technology plays a key role and their innovations can have a major impact in many different industries that use off-highway vehicles.

December 2, 2024

Crawler carriers are versatile enough for applications in off-highway construction, mining, utility infrastructure, oil and gas, environmental reclamation and more.

Best Workwear for Winter

OSHA notes on its winter weather website that dressing properly is extremely important to preventing cold stress.

November 25, 2024

Refrigi Wear Hi Vis Polar Force Jacket

5 Tips for More Efficient Operation in Cold Weather

Keeping up with cold-season maintenance and operation practices can help reduce strain on your machine. Here are five tips to warm up winter operations.

November 22, 2024

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Leveraging Tech for Snow Removal Prep

By adopting technology to suit your needs -- and the needs of your communities -- you can meet your business goals better in the year to come.

November 18, 2024

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Best Practices for Transitioning to Winter Workwear

The seasonal transition calls for construction workers to plan, equip and train to prevent illnesses, injuries, and fatalities during winter storms.

November 11, 2024

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Financing, Insurance & Leasing

8 Ways to Increase Safety Around Heavy Equipment

Sentry Insurance

Construction sites, especially those involving heavy equipment, carry significant safety risks. Mistakes or overlooked protocols can lead to accidents that harm workers and derail projects.

November 11, 2024

If an excavator arm reaches too far into an area adjacent to a power source, it could lead to injury or death for the operator as well as those nearby.

Jobsite Equipment

Top 5 Worksites for Electric Equipment

Electric machines can be the perfect solution if you are working in certain kinds of worksites. Here are the top five worksites to use electric equipment and machines.

November 8, 2024

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Safety Equipment - Other

Most Common Mistakes in Building Safety

International Code Council

Kevin McOsker from the International Code Council joined us for a Q&A on building safety, and some of the most common safety mistakes made in construction.

November 1, 2024

Building codes are a key component of public safety, ensuring that the places we live, work and play are safe.

Construction Safety Technology

How to Create a Safe Zone at Road Construction Projects

Sentry Insurance

The unique risks of work zones demand diligent safety practices that require a proactive approach.

October 29, 2024

Provide high-visibility clothing, such as reflective vests, helmets, and other gear to help ensure workers aren’t just visible—they need to stand out.

Best Waterproof Fabrics for Construction Workwear

There’s a distinction between waterproof and water-repellent. Waterproof apparel is designed to keep water out entirely. Water-resistant apparel repels water to a certain degree, but may not be entirely waterproof.

October 24, 2024

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Utility Pants vs. Cargo Pants

Cargo pants and utility pants are two common considerations. Each choice differs in fabric utilization, functionality, design and fit, and purpose.

October 16, 2024

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Can We Build Roads To Withstand Climate Change?

As our climate-world around us changes, our infrastructure must change too. Year-after-year an increasing number of climate fueled catastrophes damage or destroy roads across the country. At what point do you stop rebuilding it, and just relocate?

October 16, 2024

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RefrigiWear High-visibility Subzero Workwear Keeps Operators Safe and Warm during Winter

RefrigiWear LLC

The new PolarForce Jacket and Bib Overalls deliver protection from the elements with a wind-tight, water-repellent outershell and heat-trapping inner lining.

October 10, 2024

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Drones & Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Heat, Comfort and Implementing Safety Gear During Critical Times

Implementing safety in dangerous worksites is easier and more effective with the right technology.

October 8, 2024

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Natural Vs. Synthetic Insulation

This article emphasizes the importance of making the proper choice to prevent hypothermia.

October 8, 2024

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