Rental centers are experiencing a surge in demand as construction activity picks up across the country. Customers are walking through the doors looking for work-at-height solutions, and they expect not just equipment but expert guidance on choosing the safest option for the job. This is where rental centers can make a real difference. By educating […]
For many established asphalt and blacktop contractors, the idea of adding concrete services is an appealing growth strategy. The two industries share customer bases, project sites, and fundamental goals of creating durable, level surfaces. However, as anyone who has spent time on both types of jobsites will attest, concrete work comes with its own set
Building on Existing Foundations As Hobgood noted, Liebherr already has many strong processes in place. The structure for building a robust sustainability program is already moving in the right direction. This observation is important because it recognises that effective sustainability leadership often means strengthening and systematising existing efforts rather than starting from scratch. Many manufacturers
North America’s largest work truck event has officially set its dates for 2025, and construction professionals across every trade should take note. Work Truck Week 2025 will take place March 5-7 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, bringing together manufacturers, fleet operators, upfitters, and construction industry stakeholders for three days of product showcases, technical
Every construction fleet manager faces the same fundamental question: is it better to optimize each machine with its own dedicated lubricant or simplify operations with a single product across the entire fleet? The answer depends on project scale, machinery diversity, climate conditions, and the expertise available to support the chosen strategy. What is not debatable
If there is one sentiment that resonates across the construction industry, it is gratitude. As industry professionals reflect on their careers, they frequently point to the same defining characteristics: a welcoming community, an unwavering drive for innovation, and a collective commitment to building the world around us. The construction industry has long been a place
Selecting the right construction vacuum for concrete grinding and cutting operations is one of the most important decisions you can make for jobsite safety. Harmful silica dust particles measuring just three microns and above pose serious respiratory risks to workers, yet the human eye cannot detect these particles until they reach 40 to 50 microns
Addressing the ongoing workforce shortage in the construction industry requires creative partnerships between the private sector, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions. In a significant move to strengthen the skilled trades pipeline, Carhartt has announced it is distributing grant funding to help attract young people to the construction industry and ease the well-known workforce shortage. The
Industry professionals tracking construction market trends received encouraging data from the Dodge Construction Network 2024 Mid-Year Outlook report. The forecast predicts construction starts will increase at a 10 percent pace in 2024, reaching significant growth across multiple sectors despite ongoing economic uncertainties. Understanding these projections helps contractors, project managers, and construction firms plan their strategies
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing best practices and improving the safety of powered access worldwide. It serves as the collective voice of the industry while representing manufacturers, distributors, users, rental companies, and training organizations. For anyone working with aerial work platforms, mast climbing work platforms, or other
