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8 Ways to Increase Safety Around Heavy Equipment

Sentry Insurance

Construction sites, especially those involving heavy equipment, carry significant safety risks. Mistakes or overlooked protocols can lead to accidents that harm workers and derail projects.

If an excavator arm reaches too far into an area adjacent to a power source, it could lead to injury or death for the operator as well as those nearby.

How to Attract 1 Million More Women to the Construction Industry

Governments, trade organizations, construction companies, and industry groups have to work together to ensure we successfully attract groups who have historically been more hesitant to consider a career in construction into the industry.

If companies can put their female employees at the forefront of these efforts, women will more easily see themselves in the open roles.

Rebuilding a Future Through Recovery

The recovery journey of one construction business owner through treatment and dedicated support.

One of the most beloved homes designed and built by Alair Homes, showcasing their signature style and quality.

6 Ways the Construction Industry Can Retain Gen Z Workers

The labor market has undergone changes since 2019, especially regarding career and education choices. More young workers are considering alternatives to traditional four-year degrees.

As Gen Z moves into the trades at a faster pace than previous generations, construction and other blue-collar organizations have a unique opportunity to build a skilled, tech-savvy and entrepreneurial workforce.

8 Red Flags to Watch For When Hiring for Your Construction Jobsite

Contractor Labor Source

An effective approach to screening job applications is by identifying red flags that can indicate poor fit.

When evaluating applications and resumes it is just as important to cull out candidates as it is to find potential winners.

Wolverine's Brent Dykstra Talks Worksite Foot Injury and Protection

There are lots of ways that workers can injure their feet when working on the construction site which makes it so important that they have the proper footwear on.

A construction worker’s feet are at risk of injury from things like falling objects, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces, or sharp objects lying around.

Two Genesis Regional Sales Managers Add Canada to Their Territories

Genesis Attachments

Genesis Attachments' Mike Keremes' and Mike Myslicki's regional sales territories have been expanded to respectively include Eastern Canada and Western Canada.

The regional expansions were made to include Eastern and Western Canada.

Deere Adds Training for Equipment Operators

Deere is offering a training session for equipment operators in December in Arizona.

Deere is offering a training session for equipment operators in December in Arizona.

4 Practical Ways to Reduce Construction Costs Without Hurting Quality

Cert-In Software Systems

Effective construction cost management involves strategic planning, accurate estimation and efficient billing processes.

One of the most effective ways to manage construction costs is by selecting materials that balance cost and quality.

Construction Industry Reacts to US Presidential Election

Several associations and organizations related to the construction industry have drafted public reactions to the U.S. presidential election.

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Federal Reserve Issues Another Rate Cut

Construction and related industries will likely benefit for the second interest rate cut this year.

Chair Jerome Powell answers reporters' questions at a recent press conference.

Helping to Solve The Housing Crisis: Turning Corporate Into Residential

Gallagher Construction

Economic necessity has driven a surge in adaptive reuse with office buildings being converted into multi-family housing options and shopping malls being converted into residential units with adjacent entertainment facilities.

Before 2023, about 40 office buildings a year, nationwide, were converted into multifamily housing and other uses. In 2023, there were 100 conversions—a 150% increase.

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