Expert Columns: Page 16

For Construction Companies, Insuring a Business Vehicle Can Be Clear As Mud

From coverage limits, circumstances, and pricing to questions like “How do I insure my partial use business vehicle?” there can be several notable differences from personal vehicle insurance.

Insurance should never be looked at as a pure expense – it is a necessary protection for both your business and personal life.

Dedicated Fuel & Lube Truck Streamlines Maintenance

Sage Oil Vac Inc.

When selecting the right preventive maintenance solution, fleet size, the distance between jobsites, and fluid types and quantities must be considered.

Doug Holmes has built a successful business by investing in state-of-the-art equipment and technology that gives his company an edge over the competition.

Construction Industry Shows Optimistic Signs

We’re experiencing an extraordinary time in U.S. history, and companies that follow prevailing wage and apprenticeship rules stand to gain additional benefits from federal funds.

The construction industry has taken a positive turn in 2024 and faces an exciting future of growth

Ease-Of-Use in Modern Construction Technology

The construction projects of today generate enormous amounts of data. The task has been how to efficiently handle and examine the generated data.

The construction projects of today generate enormous amounts of data. The task has been how to efficiently handle and examine the generated data.

Heavy Equipment Sticker Shock? What Can Contractors Do?

RDO Equipment Co.

This column offers advice about adjusting to higher sticker prices on most types of equipment.

Technicians evaluate equipment, giving contractors a full picture of their machine’s longevity.

3 Tips for Heavy Equipment Attachments

Ignite Attachments

The right tools can make or break a project, whether that’s a simple Phillips head screwdriver or something much larger—like a grapple, auger or breaker.

When it comes to augers, for example, heavier tools help provide the necessary power and downforce to get the job done.

Build Better: Integrative Strategies for Traffic & Construction Safety

An effective plan minimizes downtime and helps keep personnel in the work zone safe.

For construction projects intersecting with or on roadways or heavily trafficked areas, proficient traffic management is essential.

What Concrete Contractors Need to Know About EPDs

Eco Material Technologies

EPDs may be used as inputs for the evaluations conducted under rating systems like LEED and Green Globes but they are not a rating system themselves. Here's what concrete contractors should know about an EPD.

EPDs and Concrete | What Concrete Contractors Need to Know About Environmental Product Declarations

Renting Construction Equipment is Good Move for 2024's Economy

RDO Equipment Co.

With high business costs in the construction industry, now might be the right time to rent equipment instead of buy.

When contractors feel the squeeze of increased fuel or labor costs, renting equipment provides peace of mind that the total funds invested at the project’s completion will be close to its initial bid.

Spring Cleaning and Tool Rental: A Match Made in Heaven

By promoting that they rent out lawn and grounds products, rental companies can boost their own bottom lines and keep their loyal customers outfitted with the tools and equipment they need.

Pressure washer rentals can help customers keep their outdoor living spaces attractive and clean.

Why Thermal Cracking Happens & How to Control It

Here are some of the conditions that can cause thermal cracking to occur in concrete, conditions you should be aware of, and what to plan for.

Thermal cracking is usually associated with mass concrete but it can also happen to thinner slabs because of temperature differences between concrete ground, and ambient temperatures.

Small Business Outlook for the Construction Industry in 2024

Although 2024 presents uncertainty for small business owners, there is optimism for a soft landing that will allow for continued economic growth and strong employment without a material increase in inflation.

As interest rates decline in 2024, demand for contractors, home furnishings, and home improvement is expected to rebound.

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