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Carbide 101: A Primer on Tungsten Carbide

by Tom Grego | May 6, 2019
Equipment | Productivity | Tools

Contractors know some basics about carbide, but their overriding expectation is that more carbide equals a better drill bit. They’re not wrong.

Construction Fire Safety Practices: What Superintendents Need to Know

by Raymond O’Brocki | Apr 29, 2019
Equipment | OSHA | PPE | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Tools

Most—if not all—construction fires that have occurred over the last few decades were preventable. Here are some best practices to follow to avoid the risk of fire.

Equipment Rental Revenue Growth Continues to Outpace Economy

by American Rental Association | Apr 21, 2019
Business | Economy | Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Tools | Vehicles

The latest five-year forecast from the ARA calls for equipment and event rental revenues in North America to surpass $61.5 billion in 2019, including $55.8 billion in the United States and $5.7 billion in Canada, up 5.3% compared to 2018.

Choose the Right Equipment to Optimize a Limited Workforce

by Mike Hale | Apr 6, 2019
Equipment | Productivity | Tools | Training | Workforce

In industries that rely on earth augers, safe one-person drills are a simple solution to reduce labor expenses and project turnaround.

Low-Level Access Equipment Improves Safety and Productivity

by Shashank Bhatia | Mar 26, 2019
Business | Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Productivity | Safety | Tools

Any contractor or facilities manager who is looking for safer and more productive ways to work at height should consider implementing low-level equipment, a cost-effective solution for their fleet.

Contractor and Equipment Distributor Optimism Remains Strong

by Joanna Masterson | Mar 6, 2019
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Tools

Contractors and equipment distributors believe construction industry expansion is more likely than contraction this year, according to the 2019 Wells Fargo Equipment Finance Construction Industry Forecast.

The Unintended Consequences of Proprietary Equipment on Construction

by Liz Mathews | Mar 6, 2019
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Tools

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.

Five Ways to Avoid Tool Frustration and Increase Jobsite Productivity

by Chris Loeffler | Feb 27, 2019
Equipment | Project Management | Tools

On the jobsite, time is almost literally money, making it critical to keep processes running as efficiently as possible. Use these tips to ensure a productive jobsite and smooth operations.
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