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Georgia-Pacific Names David Duncan CEO: Leadership Transition Signals Strategic Direction for Building Materials Industry

Georgia-Pacific has announced the appointment of David Duncan as its new president and chief executive officer, effective immediately, marking a significant leadership transition at one of North America’s largest building materials manufacturers. Duncan, who brings more than 28 years of experience across Koch Industries companies, steps into the role as the industry faces shifting demand […]

Hot Weather Concrete Placement: Essential Management Strategies for High Temperature Pours

When summer temperatures climb, concrete contractors face a unique set of challenges that can compromise the quality and durability of their work. Placing concrete in hot weather introduces complications such as accelerated slump loss, plastic shrinkage cracking, faster set times, and reduced long-term strength development. Understanding how to manage these issues is essential for delivering

Nemetschek Acquires HCSS Reshaping Heavy Civil Construction Software Landscape

In a move poised to reshape the technology underpinning major infrastructure projects across North America, the Nemetschek Group has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Heavy Construction Systems Specialists (HCSS). The acquisition, announced in April 2026, brings together a European software powerhouse with a Texas-based specialist that has served the heavy civil construction sector for

Rightsizing Diesel Fueling Solutions for Compressed Urban Construction Sites

Urban construction sites present unique challenges that extend far beyond the building footprint itself. Among the most persistent operational headaches is diesel fueling: keeping excavators, generators, compressors, and other heavy equipment running in dense metropolitan environments where space is at a premium and every minute counts. For contractors working in cities like New York, Chicago,

Merlo Telehandlers Redefine Productivity Standards on Construction Sites

Construction contractors face mounting pressure to do more with less. Labor shortages, extreme weather disruptions, and rising material costs are squeezing margins across the industry. Many firms turn to technology as the first solution, but too often they evaluate new equipment with the same outdated mindset that created the problem in the first place. Before

Scaling an Asphalt Paving Business: Strategies for Growth, Workforce Retention, and Customer Relationships

Asphalt paving contractors operating along the southeastern coast face unique challenges and opportunities. The Grand Strand region of South Carolina, anchored by Myrtle Beach and extending into the Carolinas and Georgia, continues sustained development in residential communities, commercial properties, and infrastructure. For paving businesses seeking growth, success depends on managing expansion without losing operational control,

Essential Knowledge About Propane Equipment for Construction Rental Fleets

Propane has long been a trusted fuel source for providing jobsite power, and today it is being used more and more as a one-fuel solution across the construction industry. As construction firms look for efficiencies that reduce costs and keep projects on schedule, propane-powered equipment has become increasingly common on active work sites. Equipment rental

Preconstruction Strategies to Improve Asphalt Mat Quality Before the First Ton Drops

Asphalt mat quality is determined long before the first truckload of hot mix hits the paver hopper. Contractors who produce consistently smooth, uniform mats share a common approach: they invest heavily in preconstruction planning. Every pass of the screed reflects what happened hours or days earlier during preparation, communication, and site organization. When something goes

Women in Concrete: Perspectives from Three Industry Leaders on Building the Future

The concrete construction industry has long been regarded as a male-dominated field, but that narrative is shifting. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics research from December 2023, women made up about 10.8 percent of construction overall, with 4.3 percent in the trades. More recent data from November 2024 by the U.S. Department of Commerce shows

Equipment Rental Profiles: Building a Stronger Rental Business Through Industry Visibility

The equipment rental industry continues to grow as construction professionals increasingly turn to rental solutions rather than outright equipment purchases. Understanding how rental businesses operate, the profiles they maintain, and the strategies that drive their success is essential for anyone involved in the rental ecosystem. The “Rental Snapshot” series offers a valuable window into the