Category: Expert Columns
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The Trend Toward Bright-Line Protections: Recent Legislative Updates to Prompt Payment Laws Across the Country
Prompt payment statutes have long served as the backbone of financial fairness and predictability in the construction industry. Designed to ensure that those who perform work and furnish materials are paid timely, these statutes help maintain cash flow stability across all tiers of a project. In recent years, state legislatures across the country have taken…
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Delegated Design in Construction: How to Avoid Legal and Financial Risks
Design delegation has become increasingly prevalent in modern construction, encompassing everything from curtain wall systems to precast panels and fire protection layouts. Contractors and specialty subcontractors are frequently expected not only to construct but also to assume responsibility for portions of design. While this model can enhance project efficiency and delivery, it introduces legal complexities…
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Solid Tires: A Smart Investment in Uptime, Safety and Long-Term Savings
In compact equipment operations, tire selection is more than a line item — it’s a strategic decision with wide-reaching financial implications. While pneumatic tires may appear more cost-effective upfront, solid tires consistently deliver greater value over the equipment’s service life. For fleet managers and business owners focused on maximizing uptime, minimizing unplanned maintenance, and improving…
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A Pro’s Guide to Pickleball Tennis Court Overlay System Installation
Whether it’s Pickleball, tennis, or a multi-use play area, homeowners are beginning to ask contractors a big question: What will it take to build one in my backyard? With the rise of pickleball alone, we have seen search numbers increase by over 300% in the last year. Some are looking to add an area in…
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AI is Reshaping Construction: Smarter, Safer and More Sustainable Projects Ahead
The construction industry is booming, projected to grow by $4.2 trillion globally over the next 15 years. But this growth faces a challenge: a widening skills gap, with job vacancies up 41% year-over-year and a wave of retirements looming. AI offers a powerful solution, poised to significantly improve how projects are designed, built and managed.…
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Work Smart, Stay Safe: Safety Essentials for Mobile Lube Technicians
As summer heats up, so does the pace of construction across much of the country. That’s why June marks National Safety Month. As time frames become compressed and keeping machines running smoothly is a priority for profitability, lube technicians face constant pressure. Every minute of fleet downtime counts as operators depend on machines to be…
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Work Smart, Stay Safe: Safety Essentials for Mobile Lube Technicians
As summer heats up, so does the pace of construction across much of the country. That’s why June marks National Safety Month. As time frames become compressed and keeping machines running smoothly is a priority for profitability, lube technicians face constant pressure. Every minute of fleet downtime counts as operators depend on machines to be…
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Intelligent Compaction Paves the Way to the High-Tech Roadbuilding of Tomorrow
This spring and summer, we’ve talked a lot about asphalt paving plans, equipment and technology to identify opportunities to safely increase production. As I talk with contractors, operators and Department of Transportation (DOT) officials, we consider which technology solutions may be the best for this on-season as we look down the road at what may…
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How Disorganized Project Data Is Costing AEC Firms Millions
Information management isn’t just about staying organized. It’s about staying profitable. If you’re leading a busy architecture, engineering or construction firm (AEC), you’ve seen what happens when files get lost, RFIs slip through the cracks or your team spends hours chasing down the latest drawing. That waste adds up. The right information management system doesn’t…
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Talking Points for Epoxy Coating for Concrete Contrators
Contractors are usually on the first line of defense when it comes to advising clients on the longevity and durability of their concrete structures. While solutions like migrating corrosion inhibitors are excellent for addressing rebar corrosion, it’s crucial to recognize that concrete floors face their own unique set of threats. Heavy traffic, chemical spills, and…