Technology for the Smarter Construction Workforce of Tomorrow

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

OSHA Whistleblower Prosecutions Rise

Whistleblower prosecutions by OSHA have been rising steadily during the current administration. During FY 2014, OSHA made nearly 3,300 whistleblower determinations. While a majority...

Technology Overload

It seems every article you read or every salesperson you speak with is always touting the latest and greatest that technology has to offer....

JCB Builds Upon Market-Leading JS Excavator Success

Further improving its acclaimed JS range of excavators, JCB introduces its Tier 4 Final engines in all models from the JS145 to the JS220. Body...

Rebounding Market: Urban Sprawl

Site construction company EHC, Inc. is experiencing a rebounding residential market with seven residential projects underway and many more in the works. The communities...

Excavating The Past

Chicago, Illinois-based Pan-Oceanic Construction is in the midst of upgrading the sanitary sewer system on the city’s Lower West Side along West Cermak Road...

Big Task for Small Community

Utility contractor Crain Construction, located in Clarinda, Iowa, specializes in water and sewer mains, sanitary and storm sewers, directional boring, concrete foundation, and flatwork....

Deflate-gate, the False Claims Act, and Dishonest Competitors

I think the reason “deflate-gate” got so much press is that we, as Americans, believe in fairness in our sporting events. But there are...

OSHA Puts Construction Company Out of Business … Permanently!

You think you’re having a bad day when OSHA knocks on your door or shows up at your worksite, right? What about when OSHA...

Avoid Trenching Troubles

An inexperienced trencher operator can cause costly mistakes. From start to finish, educate yourself on the task at hand—know your digging conditions, recognize potential...