Sustainability | For Construction Pros

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What the Government Doesn't Know Can Hurt You, and Other Reasons to File EPDs Now

For asphalt producers and road building contractors, now is a critical time to gather data and file Environmental Product Declarations as U.S. federal agencies will use them to set rules and guidance nationwide.

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What Contractors Really Think About EPDs

We spoke to five producers who have already completed Environmental Product Declarations, in an effort to gauge the truth about the process, benefits, and what it looks like from the other side.

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Battery Metal Prices and Their Impact on Material Handling Industry Electrification Trends

Demand continues to accelerate for advanced lithium batteries in electric vehicles, off-highway vehicles, material handling and other industrial equipment, stemming from the need to move away from diesel and propane fuels, and to replace lead-acid batteri

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Takeuchi, Eagle Crusher Leaders Inducted Into AEM Hall of Fame

Akio Takeuchi and Susan Cobey were inducted into the AEM Hall of Fame for their countless advancements in the equipment industry.

Two timeless key factors in the safe use of construction site tools is choosing the right tool for the job, as well as making sure the tools are in good condition before use.

The Sharpest Tools in the Toolbox

Preventive maintenance tracking for everything from cranes to circular saws is the best way to not only make jobsites safer, but also to cut down on unexpected delays for emergency repairs.

Workers at risk may include managers, line supervisors, or field workers such as those from plumbing companies, city utilities, or construction companies who work with water lines.

NIOSH Publishes New Resource To Minimize Lead Exposures During Lead Pipe Removal

When workers are exposed to lead at the work site, they may unknowingly carry it home on their skin, clothes, or personal items such as cell phones, keys, and boots. This can lead to potential lead exposures for other household members.

Ballenger brings more than 40 years of management experience to Hitachi Global Air Power.

Hitachi Global Air Power Welcomes New VP of Operations

Ballenger will lead the company’s manufacturing in Michigan City, Ind. and has worked as a Lean consultant for Hitachi Global Air Power since July 2023.

As the Institute’s chairman, Callahan will be responsible for guiding the organization’s strategic direction and partnerships across a global network of business leaders and professionals in government, nonprofit, education, and labor.

National Safety Council Names Callahan Chairman at Campbell Institute

Prior to serving in his current role as president and chief operating officer, Callahan served in a variety of business development and management roles throughout his nearly 20-year tenure with ISN.

Both organizations are on ambitious journeys to reduce emissions.

Volvo Group, CRH Collaborate on Net-Zero

Both companies have previously successfully collaborated on projects for both on-road and off-road segments of the CRH business.

Overcapacity & Net-Zero Discussed At WCA 2024

Overcapacity & Net-Zero Discussed At WCA 2024

The WCA 2024 Conference provided a forum for open discussions, bringing industry leaders and stakeholders together to address the industry’s most pressing issues, share best practices, and recognize innovation.

Re-Engineering Fly Ash SCM For Green Cement

Re-Engineering Fly Ash For Green Cement

There’s more fly ash available for construction than contractors might think. Now we need to mine that and recycle the ash with innovative engineering to allow use of even greater volumes.

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Hydrogen-Powered Concrete Mixer Project Started

Terex Advance Mixer Inc., Edge Materials LLC, and PCC Hydrogen Inc. sign with Cummins Inc. to put mixer trucks powered by Cummins’ zero-carbon, hydrogen fueled internal combustion engines to real-world test.

Seismic technology automatically determines the optimal frequency of the material being compacted, resulting in fewer passes.

Compaction Equipment Trends for Rental Houses

A look at the latest trends in compaction equipment.

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Fed Announces $384 Million Low Carbon Asphalt Investment

Out of the GSA's announced $2 billion, which included 150 different construction projects using low embodied carbon materials, a significant portion of it will directly impact the asphalt and road building industry.

ThermoPro is designed to provide thermal performance without the need for transitioning to 2x6 studs, thus enabling builders to meet the new 2021 IECC code requirements.

Barricade Building Products ThermoPro Rigid Insulation System

ThermoPro is designed to provide thermal performance without the need for transitioning to 2x6 studs, thus enabling builders to meet the new 2021 IECC code requirements.

Concrete Carbonation & The Life Cycle

Op-Ed: Considering Concrete Carbonation Across its Complete Life Cycle

Carbonation naturally reduces one of the world's most-used building materials' carbon footprint but it's important to calculate carbonation's effect beyond the cement kiln, across all phases of the concrete life cycle.

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The Buy Clean Impact on Asphalt

The Buy Clean legislation has been put in place to not only help the environment but to aid construction companies’ efforts toward reducing their carbon footprint.

How The Concrete Industry Can Maximize Its Moment In The Sun

Op-Ed: How The Concrete Industry Can Maximize Its Moment In The Sun

Despite the big headlines and interest in the industry, take patience and caution as even as we launch into the decarbonized era.

Invigorate Plus re-binder is a bio-based liquid topical that seals millings to create a smooth, final surface.

How Iowa State University Repaved 4.5 Acre Parking Lot Using 100% Recycled Asphalt

Massive project only had a week to get it done, and they managed to do it using the asphalt that was already there.

HD Hyundai is a contributor to global sustainability initiatives and an important addition to the CES 2024 keynote lineup.

HD Hyundai Will Keynote at CES 2024

HD Hyundai believes infrastructure is central to a comprehensive transformation in the interest of a cleaner planet.

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Skid-Steer Tech Trends: Increased Use Expected in New Applications

There will be a need for both diesel and electric equipment for years to come, and a variety of factors are pushing the use of skid-steers into new applications.

Automation has been in mobile hydraulics for many years. From mining to agriculture, automated machine solutions have provided a significant amount of value in not only optimizing costs, but entire fleet operations.

Mobile Hydraulics & the Shift to an IoT Environment

Bosch Rexroth’s Enrique Busquets answers eight questions on connectivity in the new era of electrification.

There are environmental benefits for companies operating battery-electric and new fuel vehicles beyond reducing their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions.

Zero Emission Machines to Shake Up Oil & Lubricants Industry

Change is underway in the vehicle oil and lubricants industry as a result of the inexorable move toward zero emission vehicles, in particular battery-electric machines.

Spotlight on Nexii and Vero Building Systems

Concrete Panels & Green Construction

Innovations in prefabricated panels are challenging conventional concrete construction.

ESG Reporting

ESG Reporting

This Digging Deeper Podcast episode features Environmental, Social, and Governance (a.k.a. ESG) reporting with Tommy Linstroth, CEO and Founder of Green Badger.

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How General Contractors Can Embrace Green Construction In 2023 and Beyond

With robust ESG strategies, contractors can meet and anticipate future regulatory requirements, ultimately enhancing their business sustainability and competitiveness.

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Diesel Technology Forum Becomes Engine Technology Forum

The Diesel Technology Forum is now the Engine Technology Forum to better address the group's purpose.

Trimble and Mincon now offer a Trimble-Ready piling solution for solar field construction.

Automated Pile Driving from Trimble, Mincon

Trimble and Mincon have joined an already-pitched battle of solar farm construction robots, most directly squaring off against startup Built Robotics’ robotic pile driving technology.

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Are States Misusing Sustainability Infrastructure Funds?

A recent shakeup at the California Department of Transportation could indicate a wider trend of states misusing funds meant for multimodal and sustainable projects for further highway expansions, under the guise of pavement maintenance.

Volvo CE, Atlas Copco Group, and Husqvarna Construction will team up with the Sweden-U.S. Green Transition Initiative to showcase electrified construction of green infrastructure in the U.S.

Volvo CE, Husqvarna, Atlas Copco Join Climate Initiative

Volvo CE, Atlas Copco Group, and Husqvarna Construction will team up with the Sweden-U.S. Green Transition Initiative to showcase electrified construction of green infrastructure in the U.S.

The idea that sustainable construction is a costly and impractical solution to ensure a return on a building is outdated and inaccurate.

3 Ways That Automation is Sustainable Construction

Using autonomous technology in construction can lead to resource, cost, and time needed for project reductions. This kind of technology can also reduce the skilled workers needed for repetitive tasks.

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Kubota to Make First Appearance at CES Tech Show

The appearance at CES signifies to share its tech story and its vision for the future.

The fuel-agnostic architecture of the 15-liter, next-generation engine utilizes a common base engine with cylinder heads and fuel systems specifically tailored for hydrogen, natural gas, diesel, and biofuels including HVO.

Cummins to Emphasize Hydrogen at Conference and Utility Expo

Cummins' new fuel-agnostic 15-liter engine platform with hydrogen, biogas, and advanced diesel engines offers OEMs the opportunity to accelerate the decarbonization of heavy-duty off-highway applications.