Equipment
The Unintended Consequences of Proprietary Equipment on Construction
Contractors and architects often select proprietary equipment to achieve short-term financial goals and streamline development, but they should be mindful of the hidden dangers in closed-system construction.
By Liz Mathews
March 6, 2019
Related stories
Equipment
The Future of Fire Protection in EV Battery Facilities
By Stuart Bradbury
As more and more EV-battery manufacturing facilities begin to operate in the United States, it's important that those who build the facilities know how to fire-proof them.
Equipment
Combating Construction Carbon: How Heavy Machinery Can Further Sustainability
By Leif Bruhn
Contractors must act now to build the new cities of tomorrow without relying on the building practices of yesterday. Decarbonizing off-highway machines such as excavators will play a critical role.
Equipment
Construction Materials Prices Increase 0.6%, Steel Surges Nearly 4% in February
By ABC
Steel is a standout amongst surging construction materials prices, a rate that seems to be increasing exponentially.