Construction fleet managers have always needed to know where equipment is and when it will arrive at the next jobsite. The COVID-19 pandemic amplified this need, as contractors sought to keep crews working while minimizing physical contact. Real-time GPS vehicle tracking serves both goals: it enables social distancing while improving fleet productivity. By combining live […]
The pavement coatings industry entered 2021 with cautious optimism, as members of the Pavement Coatings Technology Council (PCTC) assessed the landscape after a year marked by unprecedented disruption. The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped operations, supply chains, and demand patterns across the sector, forcing companies to adapt quickly to survive. Understanding how industry leaders navigated these challenges
As the cold weather recedes and the spring sweeping season approaches, now is the time to ensure your sweepers deliver peak performance. A thorough pre-season tune-up reduces downtime and improves job site efficiency, whether you operate mechanical broom trucks or regenerative air sweepers. For construction professionals advancing their careers, our article on Civil Engineering Interview
As drone technology gains traction across the construction industry, leading contractors are embedding Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) into their daily operations to transform how projects are inspected, documented, and managed. Gilbane, a major national contractor, has prioritized drone adoption by adding licensed and insured drone pilots to its Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) team. These
Large-scale earthmoving projects demand careful planning, the right equipment fleet, and precise execution to meet deadlines and budgets. The McIntosh Pit uranium mine reclamation project near Jeffrey City, Wyoming demonstrates how contractors can combine specialized machinery with strategic scheduling to move millions of cubic yards of material efficiently. Understanding the Key Facts About Construction Project
The equipment rental industry entered 2020 on solid footing, but the COVID-19 pandemic triggered an economic disruption unlike any previous downturn. Rental operators faced collapsing demand in key end markets including hospitality, travel, and oil and gas. However, the industry’s response revealed a discipline and resilience that analysts at M Science tracked through near real-time
The modern approach to vocational safety training demands collaboration between industry leaders, educational institutions, and workforce development organizations. Nowhere is this more evident than at the Energy Innovation Center (EIC) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where United Rentals, through its United Academy training division, has partnered with Serious Labs Inc. to create a forward-thinking safety curriculum for
In construction, as in professional sports, the difference between a good performer and a truly great one often comes down to one factor: consistency. Just as elite quarterbacks like Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes are known not only for their arm strength or mobility but for their relentless preparation routines, the most successful construction leaders
As the fifth largest metro in the United States with a population exceeding 4.8 million and more than 1,400 miles of paved roads, the City of Phoenix, Arizona, conducted its first ever recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) overlay pilot project on a laned road in October 2020. For a city of this magnitude, the absence of
Leadership in the construction industry has undergone significant transformation over the past generation, with shifting workforce demographics and evolving project delivery methods. Yet the core honor of guiding and developing others remains as powerful as ever, representing one of the most impactful roles a construction professional can undertake. This article explores why construction professionals should
