Category: Business Services
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Volvo Trucks Reveals the New Volvo VNR
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in Alarms, Business, Business Services, Construction Safety, Construction Technology, Dealers, Detectable Warnings, Equipment, Featured, GPS, Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8, Laser & Other, Lighting, Machine Grade Control, Safety Equipment – Other, Service Centers, Truck Accessories, Truck Parts & Components, Trucks, Trucks & AccessoriesVolvo Trucks North America announced the launch of its upgraded Volvo VNR. The improved truck features a 90% redesign from the previous generation. Production will take place at the Volvo Trucks New River Valley Plant in Dublin, Va., with sales starting in the coming months. The all-new Volvo VNR is optimized for shorter-range operations, with a…
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ABC Reports Construction Labor Force Churn Advance in January
There has been a labor shortage in the construction industry for the past few years and according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data, as of the last day of January, there were 236,000 job openings. Associated Builders and Contractors This data was released in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor…
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Trends and Innovations Shaping the Future of Work Trucks at WTW 2025
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in Batteries, Business, Business Services, Construction Safety, Construction Technology, Dealers, Diesel Engines, Equipment, Featured, Fleet Maintenance, Gasoline Engines, GPS, Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8, Laser & Other, Machine Grade Control, Medium Duty Trucks: Class 4 – 6, Other Components, Service & Fuel Trucks, Service Centers, Sustainability, Training & Education, Truck Parts & Components, Trucks, Trucks & Accessories, Utility Vehicles, Worksite EquipmentRunning from March 4-7, Work Truck Week 2025 came to a close last week. During the Green Truck Summit event, many trends emerged and attendees were educated on the various topics coming to light in the construction industry. Here is a round-up of just a few of the trends we saw at Green Truck Summit.…
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How to Avoid the 5 Main Potential Challenges for the Construction Industry in 2025
At the halfway point of 2024, U.S. construction spending was down roughly $1.7 billion from the previous year. While new construction projects are expected to grow by 8.5% in 2025, there are still several uncertainties for the upcoming year that could create challenges for businesses in the construction industry. Calum Mair, commercial director of North America…
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RefrigiWear Announces Acquisition of Fortdress Group
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in Accessories, Boots, Boots & Footwear, Business, Business Services, Construction Safety, Coveralls, Equipment, Featured, Hard Hats & Headwear, High Visibility, High Visibility Apparel, Men’s Boots, Men’s High Visibility Apparel, Men’s Outerwear, Men’s Pants, Men’s Shirts, Outerwear, Personal Protection Equipment, Women’s Boots, Women’s High Visibility Apparel, Women’s Outerwear, WorkwearRefrigiWear shared the addition of another workwear company to its portfolio of acquired companies. This acquisition is anticipated to expand the company’s abilities and reach in Europe. RefrigiWear Inc., a manufacturer of insulated industrial workwear, accessories, and personal protective equipment, announced the acquisition of the Fortdress Group, based in Wilnsdorf, Germany. The acquisition of the…
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Volvo Trucks North America Unveils Volvo D13 Variable Geometry Turbo Engine
Volvo Trucks North America has revealed its new Variable Geometry Turbo engine. This launch is meant to pair with and improve the new Volvo VNR truck. The new Volvo D13 VGT engine will be standard in the all-new Volvo VNR and customers will also be able to select in the all-new Volvo VNL day cab.…
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National Flooring Equipment Acquires Syntec Diamond Tools
National Flooring Equipment, an industrial-quality floor removal and surface preparation equipment manufacturer, has announced its acquisition of another manufacturer. This is expected to benefit both companies and improve development and expansion. National Flooring Equipment has added an internationally known manufacturer to its portfolio: Syntec Diamond Tools. Syntec will remain its own entity and continue to provide…
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Why Cloud-Based Communication is Revolutionizing Construction
In today’s fast-paced construction environment, staying connected isn’t just a necessity, it’s the key to remaining on schedule and under budget. Yet, many construction companies still rely on outdated communication systems that hinder productivity, create confusion, and ultimately impact project timelines. Forward-thinking construction professionals in 2025 are moving beyond these limitations, ditching outdated systems and…
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5 Things You Should Know About Women in Construction
Ever since the industry began, jobs in the construction industry were notoriously seen as men’s jobs. While more women have started joining the industry, there is still a major discrepancy between the two genders. Women in construction (WIC) have come a long way but there is still a lot of work to be done before…
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Ford Pro Launches New Tool, LocateFordWorkTrucks.com
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in Attachments, Business, Business Services, Construction Technology, Dealers, Equipment, Equipment Management, Featured, Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8, Medium Duty Trucks: Class 4 – 6, Pickup Trucks & Vans, Service Centers, Truck Accessories, Truck Parts & Components, Trucks, Trucks & Accessories, Utility Vehicles, Worksite EquipmentFord Pro —the commercial division of Ford Motor Company— has announced its open marketplace between upfitters and vehicle owners with the launch of LocateFordWorkTrucks.com. Ford Pro teamed up with Work Truck Solutions to provide customers with a new tool to search the nationwide inventory of upfitted versions of a variety of Ford vehicles. “LocateFordWorkTrucks.com helps…