Category: Labor & Workforce Development
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Survey Finds Foot Pain Common Among Workers, Especially in Construction
Foot pain is a widespread issue in the workplace, with 44% of Americans reporting ongoing, chronic discomfort, according to a national survey of 1,000 adults. The findings highlight how long hours on the job, particularly in labor-intensive or standing-focused industries, can take a toll on workers. The careers most commonly associated with foot pain include:…
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ABC: Construction Industry Sheds 7,000 Jobs in August
The construction industry lost 7,000 jobs in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Industry employment has grown by 58,000 jobs over the past year, a 0.7% increase. Nonresidential construction employment fell by 1,200 positions, with losses in building (–3,300) and specialty trades (–200). Heavy and…
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Linxup Releases Fleet Safety Guide for Skilled Trades
Skilled tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers and construction workers rely on safe driving to keep themselves and their communities protected. In recognition of National Tradesman Day (Sept. 19) and to support that effort, Linxup has released a new guide, How to Start a Fleet Safety Program: Earn Trust, Get Driver Buy-In, and Make Safety Stick.…
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Transforming Concrete: State of the Concrete Industry
Innovation in measurement technologies is transforming how we understand and control concrete performance in real time. These technologies reduce reliance on manual testing and allow for data-driven decision-making, improving quality control and reducing material variability. By capturing material behavior throughout the full supply chain, this opens the door for significant optimizations. Complementing measurement technologies, optimization…
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Construction Worker Quit Rate Hits Nine-Year Low
The construction industry had 306,000 job openings at the end of July, an increase of 64,000 from the previous month and 77,000 year over year, according to an analysis of federal data by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). The job opening rate also rose to its highest level in over a year. However, ABC Chief…
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Labor Shortage Isn’t What You Think It Is
When I see current articles that mention the COVID-19 pandemic now, it almost seems quaint or odd. I am generally struck with a brief moment of realization that, in my head, sounds something like, “oh yeah, that was terrible, and crazy.” However, it’s still really valuable as a marker, as it represents, perhaps, the largest…
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Utility Expo Launches Women’s Leadership Workshop for 2025
The Utility Expo will host a two-day workshop focused on career advancement for women in the utilities industry. The ADVANCE Program for Women in Utilities Workshop will be held Oct. 7–8, 2025, during the first two days of the expo in Louisville, Ky. Attendance is limited to 250 participants per day, and registration is $149…
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Terex to Sell Tower and Rough Terrain Crane Businesses to Raimondi
Terex Corp. has signed an agreement to sell its Tower and Rough Terrain Crane businesses to Raimondi Cranes SpA, a Milan-based crane manufacturer. The deal includes Terex’s Tower Cranes facility in Fontanafredda, Italy; its Rough Terrain Cranes facility in Crespellano, Italy; and its North America Cranes service and support center in Wilmington, North Carolina. The…
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The Dangers of the “Accidental Project Manager” in Construction
People of a certain age will likely remember the late comedian Rodney Dangerfield, whose signature lament was, “I don’t get no respect!” While Dangerfield was obviously referring to himself, he could just as easily have been talking about the role of construction project manager. In many industries – especially in construction – project managers are often treated…
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Newforma Partners with TD SYNNEX’s Datech to Expand AECO Software Distribution
Newforma has formed a channel partnership with Datech, the design software business of TD SYNNEX, to expand access to its project and information management software for the architecture, engineering, construction and owner (AECO) industry. Under the agreement, TD SYNNEX will serve as an official distributor of Newforma solutions, making the company’s cloud-based tools available to…