Strong Minds, Safe Sites: How Mental Health Programs Are Reshaping Construction Safety Culture

The construction industry has long prided itself on toughness, but the numbers tell a different story. Construction workers face one of the highest suicide rates among all occupations in the United States, with rates significantly exceeding the general population according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In response, Wellness Workdays has introduced Strong

LGMG SS1932ER and H1256: New Options for Rental Fleets in Access and Material Handling

At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 and The ARA Show 2026, LGMG North America introduced two new machines designed specifically for the rental market: the SS1932ER micro scissor lift and the H1256 telehandler. These additions reflect the company’s continued investment in equipment that balances performance, durability, and serviceability for rental fleets. The construction equipment industry has seen notable

Construction Input Prices Rise 1.3%: Key Impacts on Contractor Budgets and Project Planning

Who Should Buy Builders Risk Insurance a Complete guide to managing project costs begins with understanding the forces driving material and labor expenses. In February 2026, construction input prices rose 1.3% month over month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics producer price index data. Prices were

How Tradeswomen Are Reshaping Construction Workwear Design and Performance Standards

As more women enter the skilled trades, their firsthand jobsite experience is transforming how construction workwear is researched, designed and manufactured. What was once a market served primarily by scaling down men’s garments is now evolving into a performance-driven category informed by real-world feedback from tradeswomen. This shift has significant implications for Structural Steel Design

FMI Outlook: 1% Construction Spending Growth in 2026 Signals Cautious Expansion

The construction industry enters 2026 on a note of cautious optimism, with FMI Corporation projecting a modest 1% increase in total construction spending compared with 2025. The forecast, detailed in FMI’s 2026 North American Engineering and Construction Industry Overview, signals a slow but steady recovery after a contraction in 2025. For builders, contractors, and industry

Women in Construction Week 2026: Industry Leaders on Progress, Challenges and Building the Future

Women in Construction Week, observed each March, provides a moment to recognize the professionals reshaping one of the most consequential industries in the global economy. As the construction sector faces persistent labor shortages, evolving technology, and shifting workplace expectations, the voices of women in leadership roles offer an essential perspective on where the industry stands