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How Government Shutdowns Impact Construction Labor and Infrastructure Projects

When Washington stops, America’s builders stall. Each federal shutdown halts legal immigration programs vital to the construction industry—freezing the workforce needed to keep infrastructure moving.

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Breaking the Mold: How Cloud Tech is Shaping the Future of Asphalt Production

September 2, 2025

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9 Steps To Keep New Asphalt Crew Members From Quitting

August 17, 2025

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U.S. Infrastructure Is Stuck In The 20th Century

May 19, 2025

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Equipment Sale Leaseback: IRS vs. FASB Considerations

April 15, 2025

Thriving will take determination, a decision to change, realistic leadership, and decisive choices. Don’t just survive. Make it your goal to thrive!

Thrive Rather Than Survive in Construction

April 3, 2025

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Addressing the Risk of Trenching and Excavation Site Cave-Ins

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Improve Construction Project Performance by Implementing a Success System

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Stop Trying to Solve 2025's Labor Challenges With 1995's Playbook

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Defining ‘Five Stars’ in the Construction Industry

RDO Equipment Co.

Five Star Civil Construction’s managing partners build a construction legacy through fleet management software, rental equipment and relationships

Despite the numerous challenges with starting a new contracting business in recent years, Five Star Civil managing partners have grown their team, skills and revenue by carving out site clearing and grading, plus utility installation, as their “bread and butter.”

How to Prep for 2025's New Construction Business Agenda

GB Financial Services, LLC

Learn how you can reduce costs, lower interest expense, improve jobsite efficiency and find additional personnel to stay competitive in your market.

Planning for 2025 will not be easy. Your options to improve your business are numerous and complicated and, in most cases, will require a new budget item you have not considered until now.

Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Construction

How Jon O'Brien and the Keystone Contractors Association expanded awareness and advocacy in the construction industry in Pennsylvania.

With legislative support, Pennsylvania began recognizing Construction Opioid Awareness Week annually, allowing the Keystone Contractors Association to spread its message across the industry.

Advanced Resin Flooring Solutions in Construction

Optus Resin Technology

From industrial spaces and healthcare facilities to retail stores and outdoor walkways, these floors deliver exceptional performance and style.

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Technology Overload In Construction: Less Can Be More

SmartPM Technologies

Technology has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry, but there’s a growing need to cut through the noise. With so many software options, companies may be overwhelmed by choice, leading to confusion, inefficiency, and wasted investment.

Software advancements are enabling real-time data collection, more accurate forecasting, and higher levels of transparency.

History Lesson: Motor Grader Attachments

Historical Construction Equipment Association

Elevating graders adapted to motor graders in the 1950s, excelling in excavation tasks and material handling with belt improvements.

One advantage of a motor grader/EGA outfit was that it required only one operator. But in some loading situations, a spotter rode out on the parent’s frame to direct hauler traffic, somewhat negating the labor savings. Courtesy: Ulrich Manufacturing Company Form 1231, n. d., HCEA Archives

Finding Good Hires From Outside the Asphalt Industry

CAC Industries | Green Asphalt

As you review your staffing needs for the year, keep in mind that often the best of us have come from other backgrounds.

The asphalt industry is comprised of many people from several different backgrounds.

Asphalt Industry Offers Path For American Dream

Dynapac North America LLC

A first-generation immigrant's story of how the asphalt and road building industry provided the chance to achieve his goals.

(Left) Vijay (Right) Jamie Roush, President and General Manager of Dynapac talking with attendees in the live demo area at PAVE/X 2024.

How Crushing and Screening Became a Major Industry

Eagle Crusher Co. Inc.

How one CEO's problem solving challenge launched a new industry in North America, and how their savvy philosophies continue to lead to the company’s resounding success.

The Eagle Crusher MaxRap(R) is an onsite commercial recycling system for crushing and precise screening of RAP for product consistency, productivity, and profitability. Integrates with any asphalt plant automation.

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