Sustainability Matters
According to the UN’s World Meteorological Organization, which monitors and reports on weather, climate, and water resources, there is a 50% chance the average...
America’s 1st High-Speed Rail System
The California High Speed Rail Authority broke ground in January on the nation’s first high-speed rail system with a focus on the fact that...
Time Factor
By Greg Austin
The total amount of time needed to complete the waterproofing system installation should be considered carefully when exploring the various product options....
LEED Platinum
Colleges and universities today are looking for sustainable facilities, and a number of them choose to participate in the LEED (Leadership in Energy and...
The Future of Diesel Engine Oil is Here
In August 2015, MCS ran an article on the upcoming changes to diesel engine oil to meet the EPA and NHTSA emission regulation scheduled...
Popping the Cork
Spray-on cork finish for building exterior
Available for the North Texas market is a green building product from ECOSHIELD INTERNATIONAL: spray-on Thermal CorkShield™. It’s a...
The New Reality of Handling DEF
Over the past few years, refilling with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) has become a part of regular maintenance on equipment that is 75 hp...
Anna River Culvert Replacement Project
The Anna River culvert replacement project was carried out in the fall of 2010. The Anna River is 7.1 miles long and is located...
The Rising Threat of Professional and Environmental Liability
Green has become the new mantra for the construction industry. As a result, contractors nationwide are increasingly striving to meet owner demands for projects...
The Role of Policy: Part 4 of 4
As more become aware of the impact construction operations and materials have on climate change, we’ve seen an influx of local, state, federal, and...