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Despite High Prices, Optimism for Logistics Future Continues

Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)

This is the seventh time in the last eight months that the LMI has shown expansion. This growth is driven by the buildup of inventories, the subsequent tightening of warehousing, and the ongoing slow yet steady recovery in transportation.

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How to Embrace AI in a Tech-averse Construction Industry

The need for collaborative dialogue, ethical oversight, and responsible innovation is paramount to harnessing the benefits of AI while mitigating its risks.

As AI continues to reshape construction industry tools and processes, a parallel phenomenon unfolds–the race to construct AI data centers.

Crane Safety Report Reveals Dangers and Best Practices

National Safety Council

As the crane industry continues to navigate major safety challenges, NSC and the NCCCO Foundation plan to continue to provide additional resources to educate crane operators, inspectors, and employers about potential workplace hazards.

While cranes play a vital role in the transportation, construction, and agriculture industries, among others, operating this type of equipment can be especially dangerous if proper protocol is not followed.

JA Mitsui Leasing Buys Oakmont Capital

JA Mitsui Leasing, Ltd. (JAML)

JA Mitsui Leasing announced today that it has acquired a 100% interest in Oakmont Capital Holdings.

JA Mitsui Leasing has announced that it has acquired a 100% interest in Oakmont Capital Holdings.

Vertigraph BidScreen XL Takeoff and Estimating Software

Vertigraph, Inc.

BidScreen XL is an add-in to Microsoft Excel, enabling contractors to manage their projects.

BidScreen XL is an add-in to Microsoft Excel, enabling contractors to manage their projects directly from the platform.

Robots are Rewriting the Rules of Construction Safety

To make worksites safer for humans, we need a smarter approach to automation.

Many construction workers say they find it distracting to work alongside drones, and there’s evidence that even when drones are operating at a considerable distance from humans they often lead workers to look away from their tasks.

Performance Construction to Focus on Contractor Community

Performance Construction Advisors (PCA)

With a shift to exclusively serving contractors, PCA’s Business Consulting services offer even more specialized guidance for its clients.

Whether it's support with succession planning or effective people management, its experts are uniquely positioned to skillfully guide contractors in harmonizing their personal, operational, and financial strategies.

Renewable Lubricants Releases Bio-fleet Hydraulic Fluid

Renewable Lubricants, Inc.

Capable of withstanding moisture and rusting in both fresh and sea water, the fluids are for hydraulic equipment operating outside where high moisture and dusty environments are present.

Capable of withstanding moisture and rusting in both fresh and sea water, the fluids are for hydraulic equipment operating outside where high moisture and dusty environments are present.

ConstructReach Hosts "I built this!" Construction Learning Event

Students will be able to participate in work-based learning through a variety of activities led by general contractors and construction professionals.

In the past five years, ConstructReach has partnered with over 100 industry and education partners to host “I built this!”, introducing more than 2,000 high school students to career pathways.

AED Opposes California Rule on Internal Combustion Trucks

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED)

The ACF regulation requires fleet operators to phase out their internal combustion trucks and replace them with zero-emission trucks, starting in 2024.

Equipment dealers have expressed great concern with the rule, particularly as it relates to service and delivery trucks, as well as the cost increases and equipment delivery delays that will ensue.

Continental Introduces ContiConnect Lite App Version for Digital Tire Management

Continental - Commercial Vehicle Tires

ContiConnect Lite creates a bridge between tire sensors and professional tire management and offers a free-of-charge gateway to selected ContiConnect features.

ContiConnect Lite creates a bridge between tire sensors and professional tire management and offers a free-of-charge gateway to selected ContiConnect features.

MCWPs: Safe Work in the Sky

For temporary work at height, mast climbing work platforms and aerial work platforms are some of the safest and most efficient types of equipment you could possibly use. Sadly, accidents can still occur when the best equipment is not used correctly.

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