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Don’t let the cold slow you down With tight construction schedules anticipated this winter, contractors should plan to prepare for the challenges of working in cold weather. The importance of these dangerous conditions may not receive as…

6 Steps to Avoid Losses from 2021’s Hurricane Season The 2020 hurricane season proved to be significantly above normal in storm frequency and severity. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center…

Drilling is the biggest part of any build job. Both the material and the size of the hole are going to determine which drill bit is right for the job. When drilling into concrete/masonry material, there are a few key distinctions and things…

“Safety Stand-Down 2022” Sweepstakes OFFICIAL RULES   NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF MONEY IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF MONEY WILL NOT IMPROVE THE CHANCES OF WINNING.  The “Safety…

It’s estimated that more than 10 million workers in the United States are affected by heat stress every year. But by paying attention to a few essential prevention techniques, your crew can keep their cool and get the job done.

11 Questions To Ask Before Choosing A Pump You need a pump, and you need one quickly.  Now what?  We offer the following tips to make sure you get the most for your investment. The Starting Point Determining what materials need to be…

How To Prevent Kickback Accidents Kickback is one of the most common causes of serious accidents with power cutters. Simply put, kickback occurs when the rotating blade is pinched or stalled in the cut. When that happens, the blade's…

Using Modular Trench Drains to Save Time and Money As site designers try to utilize every square foot of space, they are including more details on how to direct storm water away from buildings and walkways. Traditionally, solutions relied…

Check-In Apps Are a Must On Today's Jobsites Despite the pandemic, many jobs must go on, and employers are continually looking for ways to keep workers safe and prevent the spread of COVID-19. A vital new tool in the contractor's 2020…

Proper Storage of Chemical and Hazardous Materials Many construction sites store chemical and hazardous materials onsite. Jobsites may house anything from acids and other caustic substances, to paints and glues, to heavy metals, solvents,…

Test Your Knowledge!

For the highest quality mix, the paddle is your most important choice. There is a definite science behind mixing. Many contractors are not aware they can save a lot of time and money by perfecting their mixing techniques. When you match…

Encouraging A Safe Frame Of Mind Framers play a critical role in construction. Since they assemble the structure around and upon which a building is constructed, the need for safety is built into framing. In fact, one of the tenants of the…

What Are Waterstops? Waterstops are important construction elements that prevent water ingress at construction joints. Contractors place these products in concrete structures to form watertight diaphragms at structural transitions where…

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To learn more about the products and techniques you can use to help avoid these problems, download our FREE "Building Envelope Installation Checklist/Guide” DOWNLOAD PDF Proper installation techniques and product selection are critical…

Bridge The Gap On Jobsite Communication The recent coronavirus situation has forced us all to rethink not only the way we do business, but also the way we interact with each other. We can no longer take for granted those large team…

Working Against The Corona Clock To say that China has been struggling to contain the coronavirus is an understatement. Wuhan was ground zero for the initial spread of the disease. Since late December, the world has been watching as this…

OSHA Launches New NEP On Silica On February 4, 2020, OSHA published a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) revolving around Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS). The previous NEP, drafted in 2008, was cancelled in 2017 when OSHA released its…

Six Tips For Better Slabs Proper planning is the key for placing large, high performance floors.  Slab-on-ground placements are becoming larger and more complex. Owners are demanding tighter flatness numbers, increased jointing…

Best Practices For Resolving/Avoiding Disputes Construction jobs involve diverse people, large sums of money, tools and heavy equipment, and deadlines: what could possibly go wrong? Disputes on the job are significant risks factors for…

Sometimes getting the job done means getting the job done at night. Not all construction jobs require night work, but when they do, it is important to be prepared, be safe, and take precautions that minimize risk to workers. Top Reasons…

Power Up Your Jobsite! Many of us have home generators to run appliances in case of an electrical outage, but the power requirements on a construction site often demand a different class of generator. On the jobsite, generators are used to…

We're Building America Construction is hard, but meaningful, work! Whether you are pouring concrete for a foundation, maneuvering a crane dozens of stories high, or every job in between, it is a noble endeavor to be involved in the…

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Turnaround and shutdown projects demand pinpoint accuracy and execution for success Turnarounds are scheduled events, while shutdowns are emergency events that are rarely, if ever, planned. In both cases, this scope of work completely…

What Is A Field Adhesion Test? Field adhesion testing is an important way to ensure quality jobsite application and surface preparation of installed sealant joints. When an authorized field representative performs it, this test is a good…

Proper Concrete Practices Can Avoid Surface Scaling In the last few years, complaints of spalling (scaling) of exterior concrete surfaces have been on the rise. There are several non-contractor related reasons scaling issues are on the…

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Top 8 Causes Of Construction Fires There are a variety of culprits of onsite construction fires, and many fires are preventable with proper precautions. The following highlights common causes of construction fires and suggestions of how to…

Preparing for a Hurricane Recent hurricanes that have battered the gulf and eastern coastal states highlight the importance of preparedness – especially during hurricane season. They serve as reminders to get evacuation plans in place and…