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Nine Electrical Hazards to Watch Out For

by Rick Pedley | Sep 14, 2021
Equipment | OSHA | PPE | Safety | Tools

Electrical hazards can be difficult to spot, so everyone on the jobsite should know the basics of electric safety. Here are nine electrical hazards to watch out for.

Propane Offers Versatile, Reliable Energy for Off-Site Construction

by Bryan Cordill | Sep 9, 2021
Markets | Multifamily | Tools

Off-site construction is becoming more popular to reduce construction costs, time and the use of natural resources. Powering critical systems with an affordable, reliable energy source can help maximize efficiency, cost savings and reduce the building’s carbon footprint.

Mixing New With Tried-and-True for Construction Efficiency

by Raymond Horner | Aug 31, 2021
Business | Equipment | Productivity | Tools

In construction, combining new technologies with advanced yet already trusted materials, systems and accessories accelerates jobsite installation and productivity.

Rental Programs Offer Broad Access and Exploration of Smart PPE

by Heidi E. Lehmann | Aug 18, 2021
Equipment | PPE | Safety | Tools

Industrial wearables derive real-time insights from on-body or environmental data to assess risks.

The Safety Factor With Cold-Applied Versus Hot-Applied Liquid Waterproofing

by Greg Austin | Aug 4, 2021
Equipment | PPE | Safety | Tools

Waterproofing new or existing elevated structural decks can be accomplished with either a cold-applied or hot-applied liquid waterproofing product, each with safety considerations to take into account.

Future-Proofing With Integrated Route Planning and Mobile Technology

by Chris Jones | Aug 4, 2021
Equipment | Fleet Management | Tools

The transition to optimized route planning and real-time dispatch and tracking solutions can deliver the efficiency gains and cost savings that are critical for remaining competitive in the face of today’s material cost increases and supply chain obstacles.

Don’t Drop the Ball (or the Load): Crane Safety Best Practices

by Curtis Moore | Jul 27, 2021
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | OSHA | Risk Management | Safety | Tools | Vehicles

In addition to complying with crane certification, training and evaluation requirements, there are best practices construction employers can implement for worker safety around cranes.

Going Mobile: Advantages of Remote Equipment Operation

by Jennifer Stiansen | Jul 19, 2021
Equipment | Fleet Management | Tools

Technology advancements today, including the latest in mobile technology, are expanding across the construction industry and making these scenarios possible—and it’s having a big impact on jobsites.
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