There is no straight forward, simple definition of what sustainability means to the construction industry. In fact, there are few tools or even metrics...

Years ago, between college semesters, I worked in trenches in front of a track hoe laying sewer pipe. The work was high stress and...

Weather events can wreck construction sites and timelines. In fact, many contractors lament it is the leading cause of project delays.  Inclement weather can create...

Since the beginning, builders have faced a dual goal of improving performance, while also improving the bottom line. More recently, though, the desirability of...

Solar and Solar/Hybrid light Towers provide the modern contractor with a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to light their temporary outdoor projects. The bright,...

Construction is an incredibly collaborative process. Whether you are using a Design-Build or Design-Bid-Build method, there are always multiple groups involved; each who come...

As we kick off 2019, it’s good to get a feel for what’s expected to take place in the fuel industry as it concerns...

Stone is a natural material that is durable, recyclable, and reusable. As such, stone is a natural choice for delivering a green project and...

A pioneer in industrial dust control helped a demolition firm contain fugitive dust emissions during the teardown of a 5-story concrete parking deck in...

An area of focus within the construction industry throughout the past few years has been the question of how to handle concrete grinding residue...