Is insulation really needed on buried foundation walls and under concrete floor slabs? In short, “yes.” Those of us who have been in the building...

The construction industry is dynamic—ever changing and evolving through technology. The way contractors work today is clearly much different than 50 years ago—or 20...

The general contractor needed to complete the concrete pour phase of the construction in a timely manner to stay on schedule. In order to...

While many may not yet be familiar with the Stockton Metropolitan Airport, it offers what people want most, ease of travel. It’s conveniently located...

Automated grade control using GNSS signals has transformed how earthmoving contractors get work done. Through the engineering efforts of its innovators and developers, machine...

In the world of construction, many companies, including Kiewit, Bechtel, KBR, and The Turner Corporation, are making employee perks an important part of their...

From warehouses to retail showcases to grocery stores and beyond, polyurea is outperforming traditional epoxy, silicone, and polyurethane materials to fill and seal concrete...

Attracting good, smart employees is a challenge. In a way, the odds are against finding the best, because stereotypes persist. Ask any high school...

When it came to the Sitka Airport Project, contractor Knik Construction Co., Inc. (Knik) was looking at some tough specifications: milling ½ inch off...

In the Gallup book, Strengths Based Leadership: Great Leaders, Teams, and Why People Follow, Tom Rath writes, “The most extraordinary leaders do not see...