Expert Columns: Page 47

Top 4 Benefits of Spider Lifts

A look at why adding a spider lift to your rental fleet will bring your customers the best aerial access on the market while driving more revenue for your company.

Spider lifts can help with safety, efficiency, versatility and more.

The Agony of Idle Equipment on a Construction Jobsite

GB Financial Services, LLC

Poor controls cost you money two ways; loss of work and increase in costs.

Equipment costs are close to 20% of total construction costs.

4 Tips From The Code Council: Collaborating With The Local Building Department

International Code Council

The International Code Council consistently improves building codes and standards – utilizing all resources available to ensure that present and future buildings are safe, sustainable and resilient. Building safety professionals are here to help.

4 Tips on Working with Local Building Departments

Reducing Equipment Carryback and Improving Hauling Efficiency

Philippi-Hagenbuch Inc.

Carryback works against efficiency by reducing payload in the haul truck as residual material is left sticking to the sides and bottom of the truck, decreasing hauling capacity for subsequent loads.

Carryback works against efficiency by reducing payload in the haul truck as residual material is left sticking to the sides and bottom of the truck, decreasing hauling capacity for subsequent loads.

How to Apply Concrete Dyes When Grinding & Polishing

Ameripolish Inc.

Learn the basics of dyeing concrete during the grinding and polishing process.

There are a variety of ways concrete dyes can be applied, however, typically a high-volume low-pressure (HVLP) sprayer is the best applicator.

Three Trends in Off-Site Construction to Watch for in 2023

International Code Council

Off-site construction, or prefabrication, offers benefits including, but not limited to, increased project efficiencies, cost savings, reduced material waste, improved housing affordability and enhanced quality control.

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When Will the IIJA Infrastructure Act Really Start to Impact the Market?

RDO Equipment Co.

It's a good time to talk about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), its available funds for projects and how contractors can position themselves to take advantage of these new jobs by leveraging technology.

Combined with existing funding, the IIJA will distribute $1.2 trillion during the next 10 years on projects such as roads, bridges, public transit, broadband and clean energy.

The Benefits of Ground Penetrating Radar Technology in Paving

Geophysical Survey Systems (GSSI)

A Case Study from the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

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Your Six-Step Excavator Maintenance Checklist

Caterpillar - Cat

Follow the steps in your maintenance manual, stick to a schedule and perform thorough walkarounds.

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3 Reasons To Add Tracking Devices To Your Work Tools

Caterpillar - Cat

When you know the working hours, you’re better equipped to predict the need for maintenance or replacement of wear parts. And that can help prevent unplanned repairs and downtime.

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How mPERS Devices Can Add Safety to Construction Jobsites

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has moved beyond hard hats, goggles, gloves, vest and steel toe capped boots. While these are all vital pieces of equipment for construction workers to use, they can’t prevent and protect against everything.

mPERS devices are small, portable, and lightweight. They use up-to-date location technology, and some even offer built-in fall advisory capabilities.

Top 7 Items That Make a Compressor Tough

Atlas Copco Power Technique

Here are the top indicators that a unit is tough enough to continuously tackle even the most demanding projects.

Compressors must be able to stand up to varying environments to help end users get the job done.

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