The annual Contractors Top 50 New Products program, hosted by Equipment Today and ForConstructionPros.com, has become one of the most anticipated events in the construction equipment industry. Each year, this peer-driven awards program showcases the new equipment and products that construction equipment owners and end users identify as the most interesting and intriguing. Unlike awards […]
Innovation in construction equipment moves at a relentless pace. Each year, contractors across North America cast votes through their engagement with new product coverage, identifying the machines and technologies reshaping job site productivity. The 2021 Contractors’ Top 50 New Products awards, featured by Equipment Today and ForConstructionPros.com, offer a unique window into what actual builders
When major highway reconstruction projects demand heavy lifting in tight spaces, crawler cranes remain the equipment of choice for contractors who need mobility, stability, and lifting capacity. The $1.7 billion reconstruction of the Zoo Interchange near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, one of the busiest highway travel corridors in the state, provides a compelling case study in how
Winter poses unique challenges for diesel engines used in construction equipment. As temperatures drop, starting a machine can become a struggle that costs valuable time and money. Perkins Engines Inc., which has completed billions of hours of engine tests including extreme cold testing at its facility in Arjeplog, Sweden, where temperatures drop to -49°F, has
The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index, also known as the Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), is one of the most closely watched economic indicators in the United States. For construction professionals, understanding this index provides valuable insight into material availability, pricing trends, and labor market conditions that directly affect project planning and execution. The
The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported that its Services PMI reached an all-time high of 64% in May 2021, marking the 12th consecutive month of growth in the services sector. For construction professionals, this reading carries significant implications across project pipelines, material procurement, labor availability, and cost management. Understanding the PMI data helps contractors
The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Services PMI registered 56.5% in November, marking the 30th consecutive month of economic expansion in the services sector, which includes construction. This reading represents a 2.1 percentage point increase from October’s 54.4% and signals that business activity continues to grow at a faster rate heading into the final weeks
Urban apartment construction presents a paradox: demand for multi-story residential buildings grows ever higher, yet the jobsites available for such projects often shrink to impossibly tight dimensions. When a 180-unit apartment complex in Quincy, Massachusetts required six stories of structural work on a cramped site, general contractors turned to a solution that has become increasingly
There is no doubt ride-on rollers are tough machines. It is not unusual to find units 30 years old or older still active in construction fleets. Yet even these hearty workhorses can be beaten over time due to lack of attention or improper operation. Getting maximum life from compaction equipment requires a deliberate approach to
The equipment rental sector stands at a critical crossroads each year when industry publications compile their State of the Industry reports. These annual assessments gather perspectives from rental professionals, contractors, and equipment managers to paint a comprehensive picture of market conditions, emerging challenges, and growth opportunities. For construction professionals, understanding how to participate in the
