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Carbon Negative Materials are Key on Jobsites

To meet targets, many players in the industry are using energy efficient, lower carbon footprint materials such as recycled plastics, which boasts benefits over virgin resin.

Implementing greener alternatives to reduce a building’s carbon footprint is progress, but in some cases recycled plastics are more expensive than virgin plastic derived from crude oil. Equally, durable plastics like PVC are popular but recycled PVC is not carbon negative.

Empowering Digital Construction Management with BIM and Digital Twins

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to further enhance the integration of BIM and digital twins, accelerating their synergy and the development of content and interactivity.

Mainstream digital twin platforms naturally integrate with XR and spatial computing, enabling quick deployment and rich functionality for mixed reality experiences in construction supervision and design optimization, leveraging the synergy of BIM and digital twins.

Revitalizing the American Dream in Concrete Construction

TCB Concrete Pumping

With humble beginnings, Evans Contracting Group of Charleston, S.C., reminds us that hard work can still lead to the American Dream.

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Mapping Progress on the Road to Cement Decarbonization

American Cement Association

America’s cement manufacturers avoided more than 3.9 million metric tons of CO2 in 2023, and they’re on track to outdo themselves every year to come.

The Davenport Plant of Continental Cement, Chesterfield, Missouri.

5 Lessons to Follow for Efficiency During Changing Demand

RDO Equipment Co.

Contractors can complete more jobs in fewer production hours, equaling less fuel, equipment and labor costs.

The operator uses an excavator with grade control to complete delicate earthmoving work at the San Dieguito Lagoon project.

Is Oil Contamination Affecting the Performance of Your Equipment?

Strategic Reliability Solutions

Invisible particulates cause component failure and, ultimately, downtime.

Contamination can have a significant impact on the downtime of your equipment but can be easily prevented by using proper storage and handling techniques.

5 Ways to Prioritize Sustainability With Subcontractors

Subcontractors perform between 70 and 90 percent of construction work on any given project, making them critical partners in any sustainability effort or certification process.

How construction teams manage waste, maximize recycling opportunities and minimize environmental impact can greatly enhance sustainability opportunities on any construction project.

Contractors Duty to Warn in Construction

AmTrust Financial

When it comes to liability, the last contractor who “touched” the device, etc., that caused property damage and/or bodily injury is brought into the claim – even if the service or repair performed had nothing to do with the actual claim.

In today’s very litigious environment, large and small artisan contractors face a myriad of potential risks when it comes to providing a service or repair at a customer location.

Navigating the Legal Maze of Rental Purchase Options

In the rental industry post-COVID, there have been more requests for rental purchase options and outright equipment purchases. However, companies need to be prepared for a different set of legal landmines and liabilities.

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Are You Loading and Unloading Construction Equipment Safely?

International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)

Most of the incidents involving delivery drivers occurred during loading and unloading (48.7%). The main causes of driver-related incidents were identified as insecure load and the machine falling off between ramps.

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3 Tips to Prepare Skid-Steer Loaders for Snow Removal

Being prepared for the winter season is vital to your team's ability to properly remove snow in the communities and for the companies surrounding them. Make sure to check every tip to ensure that you are ready for the winter weather.

Attaching a snow pusher allows you to remove snow from uneven surfaces so you can avoid damaging paving stones, decorative concrete, or sloped sidewalks.

6 Questions to Ask When Purchasing a New CTL

Kioti Tractor Division of Daedong-USA Inc.

CTLs are designed to be tough, dependable and durable machines that help operators push through their toughest work. By doing your research, comparing models and working with a dealer you can trust, you’ll set yourself up for success.

Most CTLs on the market use a standardized, quick-attach system, but verifying that the attachments you choose meet the specific hydraulic flow rate and pressure requirements of your machine is critical.

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