By Adrian Gram Having the right tools for a project is a game-changer, but it can seem like a necessary evil if you have to...

When welding abrasion-resistant (AR) plate to a piece of equipment, it is important to select the most appropriate filler metal for the application—whether it’s...

You already realize the importance of winterizing your construction equipment before cold weather hits in the winter. But did you know that you should...

For structural applications, some contractors have made the switch from stick welding to self-shielded flux-cored welding to increase productivity and give themselves a competitive...

We could all do with a little less pressure. Whether we’re talking about our jobs, home life, or even our bloodstreams, reducing pressure can...

Back in 1946, Nickolas Savko and his wife Gilda started their business in Columbus, Ohio, with a single pickup truck and a few employees....

For many contractors, unplanned equipment downtime and excessive maintenance costs are profit killers. A machine that fails mid-shift on a critical activity doesn't just...

By Michael Close, M.S., P.E. Frequently, an owner agency releases a letting for a bridge replacement or rehabilitation utilizing tried-and-true solutions without knowing that more...

Taking the stress off construction site managers in urban environments By Luke Van Wyk Managing the flow of fuel in compressed, urban environments is a challenge...

When it comes to inventory, one of the questions often heard is, “What parts should we keep on-hand versus direct buy?” There are no...