You don’t have to be a construction expert to understand how Apple Park, the circular building that serves as the new hub for Apple...

When thinking about waste in the construction industry, several things may come to mind: labor hours, materials, time spent correcting design errors, etc. With...

Contractors are frequently confused about codes, standards, and appropriate uses of smoke and fire curtains in commercial settings, and they are not alone. Architects,...

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...

Construction tires have undergone a revolution in recent years, with the introduction of new tread patterns and features to improve performance and tire life...

Finding and retaining quality operators has become a prominent point of concern throughout the construction industry. The next generation of operator is arriving, and...

On March 25, 2016, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) published its long-awaited final rule (606 pgs) establishing a stand-alone standard governing occupational...

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

What is the best way to reduce accidents in the workplace? According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), developing a strong safety...

For the past month or so, the lead story in every radio newscast and online report has involved the potential threat from the Ebola...