Category: Featured
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ABC: Nonresidential Construction Spending Slips Again in April Amid Economic Pressures
National nonresidential construction spending edged down 0.1% in April, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau, analyzed by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). On a seasonally adjusted annual rate, total spending in the sector reached $1.248 trillion. Six out of 16 nonresidential subcategories saw month-over-month declines. Private nonresidential construction dipped by 0.5%,…
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Insight into Rental Leasing and Compliance
If equipment rental companies are searching for financing options that might provide financial flexibility and inventory management, leasing might be something to consider. Recently, Fame Rental’s CEO Joe Lewis shared some insight into what the opportunities in equipment leasing and how it can create a new level of complexity for rental businesses. Especially for accounting…
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Contractors say data center demand still growing, despite bubble fears
Listen to the article 7 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Amid concerns of a data center slowdown or even a bubble, contractors on the ground are still buried in early-stage activity and navigating more project complexity than ever. Investment has poured into creating new massive data centers…
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Startup JetZero to build $4.7B factory in North Carolina
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Aerospace startup JetZero unveiled plans on Thursday to build its first manufacturing and assembly facility in Greensboro, North Carolina as it looks to break into commercial aerospace production. The $4.7 billion plant is expected to…
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McCarthy, Jacobs finish construction on $373M hospital tower
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. A team of McCarthy Building Cos. and Jacobs completed construction on the Children’s Hospital of Orange County’s Southwest Tower in Orange, California, according to a June 16 news release from CannonDesign, the New York City-based engineer on…
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Yanmar Compact Equipment Names New CEO
Yanmar Compact Equipment, a group company of Yanmar Holdings, has announced the appointment of Ryu Kudo to chief executive officer (CEO). Kudo joined Yanmar in June 2019 and currently serves as president and representative director of Yanmar Construction Equipment Co., Ltd. in Japan — a role he will continue to hold alongside his new position.…
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Why We Chose A Clover Lawn Instead Of Grass (This Time)
I feel like I’m about to step into an opinion minefield today. Deciding to do a clover lawn in one area of the property has been oddly polarizing. I’m not an expert, so don’t use me as your sole point of research, but we did opt for a clover lawn instead of traditional turf this…
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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…
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How solar panel gel improves PV efficiency in heatwaves
As the UK faces more frequent and intense heatwaves, a new cooling gel developed by international researchers offers a promising way to protect solar panels from overheating. This material can lower panel temperatures by up to 14.1°C, boosting energy output by nearly 13% while extending the lifespan of solar panels by more than 200%. By…
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Loft conversions for low roofs: top tips to resolve the issue
A great way to add extra living space to your home is a loft conversion. But, if your home has a low-pitched roof, you might be wondering whether a conversion is even possible. Fortunately, whilst low roofs do present challenges, there are solutions that can turn a constrained loft space into a comfortable, functional room.…