Construction-Trends-2019

3 Construction Industry Trends Continuing in 2019

by Chris King The construction industry continued to grow throughout 2018, even as labor shortages plagued different sectors. Unemployment in the industry reached a record low...

The Benefits of Using Air Tools on a Jobsite

Choosing the right tool for the job is essential in construction. The equipment you use can considerably impact your productivity, safety, and expenses, and...

4 Innovative Materials and Techniques for Speeding Up Commercial Construction

By Max Shafer Commercial construction projects can be complex, highly involved undertakings that require many different moving parts to be carried out effectively in order...

Partitions Add Safety and Comfort

The Greek Village at the University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa opened in 2005 to meet the housing and educational needs of more...
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4 Ways to Reduce Construction Material Costs

By Jeson Pitt As a contractor, you must aim to cut costs wherever possible. This will help you win more projects and gain higher profits....

Next-generation Safety Rails Are Changing the Construction Industry

By Debra Hilmerson Two-by-four and lightweight steel construction safety guardrails are gradually becoming things of the past as more general contractors adopt more durable systems...

5 Critical Success Factors for Construction Businesses

By Patrick Hogan Running a business is never easy, but possibly even more so if you are in the construction industry. Not only is the industry...

Block Design Collective Seeks Partners for Design Assistance Network

The Concrete Masonry Checkoff (CMC) has issued a request for proposal (RFP) seeking qualified design professionals and firms for its Block Design Collective (BDC),...
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Persisting Payment Issues

By Patrick Hogan In the construction industry, late payments tend to be the norm rather than the exception. Most contractors and material suppliers experience...
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Maintaining Equipment in Colder Weather

Compiled by Equipment Trader Below are tips for maintaining your equipment during the colder months to help optimize your machinery performance all year long. Inspect equipment daily: Because extreme temperatures...