Making Sense of Closed-cell and Open-cell Insulation

When choosing foam insulations, you’re likely to see manufacturers describe their product as either “closed-cell” or “open-cell,” but what does that mean and why...

Selecting a Wheel Loader

Five ways to evaluate your next purchase Selecting the right wheel loader for general construction and site preparation hinges on pairing its capabilities to these...
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The Vinyl Flooring Market is Evolving

If you’ve read about the commercial vinyl flooring market lately, then you know demand for vinyl flooring products is growing at a good clip....

The Future of Construction Engineering

The construction industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by the critical demand for enhanced productivity, safety, and sustainability. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer...

The Structural Weld: Understanding low-hydrogen stick electrodes

For many contractors, stick welding is at the heart of their business. Over the years, materials used for structural applications have continued to lend...

It Comes Down to the Tip

Selecting equipment to provide the highest quality and productivity in a welding operation goes beyond just the power source or welding gun—consumables play an...

Augmented Reality

By Sarah Nicastro Augmented reality (AR) is one of the most exciting and compelling technologies for service organizations because it is easy to visualize the...

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...

Conquering Technology

By Troy Dahlin The construction industry is undergoing a digital revolution, and new approaches are improving traditional tools and processes. With this comes the opportunity...
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Mobile Technology: Construction’s Secret Weapon

As we head into construction’s busiest time of year, contractors and suppliers operating in the residential and commercial building supply arena are turning to technology to...