By Jennifer Crisman Although concrete is commonly perceived as a dry and dense substance, it is actually an inherently porous material that more closely resembles...

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has established several programs and policies to mitigate the safety and mobility impacts of work zones. One such policy...

In part one of this article, we shared a primer on cost containment and looked at reducing the cost of maintenance without losing the...

Long tire life starts with selecting the correct tires for your vehicle and maintaining them throughout their life. The type of tires contractors need...

Many facilities built in the 70s and 80s continue to operate and maintain aging induction-based air conditioning units originally installed in each room or...

Maintaining proper storage for parts and materials inventory In part one of this series on the proper storage of parts, an explanation of the right...

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...

By Jeffrey Harmening Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is made from a mixture of technically pure urea and purified water and must be handled and stored...

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...

As a construction contractor, you know your machinery is one of the most significant assets in your operation. However, the construction equipment that you...