Category: Business
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Prioritizing Mental Health in Construction
The construction industry, long defined by its rigorous demands and resilience, is undergoing a transformative shift in addressing mental health and well-being. Deanna “D” Murchison, Secretary & Coordinator of the Electrical Contractors Trust (ECT) of Alameda County, has been at the forefront of this movement, advocating for open conversations, resources, and support for workers and…
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RefrigiWear Acquires Workwear Companies Tessuto and Goldfreeze
RefrigiWear has shared its acquisition of two European workwear companies. As a producer of insulated workwear and personal protective equipment, teaming up with two other companies that provide extreme cold workwear is a strategic move for future RefrigiWear endeavors. These two companies are: Tessuto: A Netherlands-based supplier of insulated apparel for cold chain workers. Goldfreeze:…
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Construction Experts Unite to Bring Tech to the Industry, Built by Builders Q&A
In the consumerism industry, products are constantly being updated and changed to better suit the consumer. In the construction industry, it can be hard to find the perfect product that tackles the problems that contractors are actually dealing with. When the producer has personal experience with your field of expertise, the products are more likely…
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Ending Payment Delays in the Construction Industry
Every day, construction companies across the United States lose nearly $767 million due to payment delays and inefficiencies. This staggering drain on the industry totaled $280 billion in 2024 alone — enough to build 14 Empire State Buildings. For an industry already grappling with thin margins and rising costs, these payment delays aren’t just numbers on a…
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The Road Ahead | For Construction Pros
I have been reviewing my notes the last few days for this column. The main topic was going to be about the decline of the Auto Industry and some thoughts on how you could get into a decent new or slightly used truck for an amount lower than what you have been hearing about on…
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Upcoming Contractor Opportunities in Revitalizing America’s Cities 2025
Cities and counties throughout the U.S. are revitalizing downtown areas, providing more housing, adding revenue-generating attractions, and repurposing other public areas. There are numerous drivers behind these types of focused projects, with population growth and the critical need for upgrades to aging facilities standing out as primary reasons. Visionary municipal leaders are planning for the…
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Arizona Congressman Sponsors Bill To Abolish OSHA
On January 3, 2025, Andy Biggs (R – AR – 5) introduced a new, if exceedingly brief, piece of legislation that would result in the abolition of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Its formation was the result of the Occupation Safety and Health Act, signed into being by former Republican President Richard Nixon on…
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Buildots and Revizto Reveal Construction Management Technology Integration
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in BIM, Business, Business & Financial Tools, Business Services, Communication & Safety, Construction Technology, Document Management Software, Equipment & Automation, Equipment Management, Featured, Fleet & Asset Management Software, Modeling and Design Tools, Other Design Software or Technology, Other Equipment or Fleet Management Software, Other Technology Solutions, Personnel Management, Project Management, Site Data Capture, Site Layout, Technology and Software, Work Management & Scheduling SoftwareBuildots and Revizto —two companies that make technology for the construction industry— have announced the integration of their technologies, a move intended to improve construction management efficiency. This integration brings construction issue detection with the ability for teams to collaborate on a project. Buildots —an AI-powered construction technology company— and Revizto —an integrated collaboration platform— recently shared that they have integrated to…
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PTI Reveals New Post-Tensioning Building Code and Certification Program
During the 2025 World of Concrete trade show, the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) shared that it teamed up with the American Concrete Institute to put together an updated set of post-tensioned structural concrete building code requirements — ACI-PTI 320-25, Building Code Requirements for Post-Tensioned Structural Concrete. The PTI also revealed its new certification program for multistrand and bar…
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How to Attract the Right Construction Candidates
The labor shortage is still causing difficulty in the construction industry. With plenty of unemployed people, it is important to focus on the best ways to recruit good people. An expert in the industry who spoke at CONEXPO in 2023, Dr. Kokkelenberg, has some tips on hiring and retaining good workers. According to the press…