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How to Choose the Right Knife and Blade for the Project

by Cassie Donnelly | Jun 15, 2021
Equipment | Tools

When starting a project, determine what type of cut needs to be made to narrow down the type of utility knife for the job. Knife aspects to consider include the blade type and size, comfort of the knife handle and the preferred locking mechanism.

Thinking Sharp: Keeping Safety Top of Mind

by John Lloyd | May 18, 2021
Safety | Tools | Wellness

Eliminating knives on construction jobsites can greatly reduce laceration incidents. New, safer cutting tools are available to keep workers safe.

Construction Site Safety Tips When Working Around Heavy Equipment

by Dustin Johnson | May 3, 2021
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | OSHA | PPE | Safety | Tools

Mini excavators, skid steers and trenchers will be performing tasks around workers who may be hauling equipment, digging holes and working on scaffolding. Keeping everyone safe during the workday helps to eliminate accidents that can be life-threatening.

How to Protect a Construction-Related Invention

by Patrick Barthet | Mar 29, 2021
Markets | Tools

If someone develops a unique tool to accomplish work faster, easier or less expensively, here’s how to protect it from misappropriation by competitors or an errant employee.

Air Quality Is More Important Than Ever: Equipment and Regulations in the Fight Against COVID-19

by John Bohlmann | Mar 26, 2021
Equipment | Legal and Regulatory | Regulations | Tools

COVID-19 highlighted the need to accurately monitor indoor air in response to the virus, rising air pollution and respiratory issues. Many building executives find new technologies to better respond to the virus and increase occupant peace of mind.

Improve Asset Management With Bluetooth-Enabled Technology

by Tammy Bauer | Mar 22, 2021
Equipment | Technology | Tools

Construction teams are looking to digital asset management systems with Bluetooth to better manage tools and equipment, reducing downtime and introduce intelligent tracking solutions to their projects.

Giving Is the Hallmark of Success

by Sean O'Keefe | Mar 11, 2021
Commercial | Community | Culture | Departments | Tools

Supporting projects of a virtually unlimited range of scopes and scales across most of Texas, Texas Bomanite's team of nearly 100 is well-established as the region’s go-to resource for specialty concrete.

Outrigger Pad Basics to Help Crane Users Mitigate Risks

by Kevin Koberg | Mar 8, 2021
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Tools

Increased awareness of standard setup guidelines can help crane users to mitigate potential risks. These tips for outrigger pad safety are helpful companions to jobsite responsibilities outlined in OSHA 1926:1402.
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