From the Trenches to Trenchless

Six years ago, the owner of Zippity Split Plumbing made a calculated decision that would reshape our entire business model. Rather than compete in...
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Project Hangs in the Balance

Modulift spreader beams combined with other rigging equipment in 19 different configurations to complete over 200 lifts during modular construction of the citizenM Hotel...

Preparing for Deepfakes

AI is benefiting the construction industry by streamlining workflows. AI tools are being used to reduce human error, ensure quality control, and improve safety...

Sandblasting Natural Stone and the Contractor's Role

In the past, sandblasting natural stone was confined to a few, very specific design elements. Today, advances in sandblasting and carving technology allow skilled...

The Past, Present, and Future of Skid Steer Tires

There was once a time when skid steers and compact loaders served a very specific and limited purpose. Legend has it the skid-steer loader...

Jobsite Productivity

How well a contractor manages equipment use on a project, and its fleet in general, can make the difference between a large profit and...
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Why You Should Know About Concrete Drying Trend Analysis

The time it takes a concrete slab to dry enough to be able to install a floor covering is a major factor in the schedule of...
Adding fiber to cement eliminates need for rebar, improves construction strength and durability

Fiber-reinforced Concrete Speeds Construction, Reduces Costs

“Phoenix will be a great city when it’s finished,” said a visitor in the 1950s. An Arizona State University engineering professor is trying to promote a method...

Sealed to Last

Selecting how long a given joint sealant will last before replacement—and what to include for the performance period in lifecycle costing—is not as easy...

Build Smart

The $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework is a boost for the construction industry and companies that win contracts and then repeat business will be...