Category: Top Story
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The Future of Paving: Automation In Road Construction
When people talk about automation in paving, I’ve noticed that the conversation usually veers toward extremes. Either we’re moments away from handing over the job to machines, or we’re still decades off from anything more than some fancy sensors and buzzers. It’s not surprising that the reality is a bit messier. While I was at…
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The Future of Paving: Automation In Road Construction
When people talk about automation in paving, I’ve noticed that the conversation usually veers toward extremes. Either we’re moments away from handing over the job to machines, or we’re still decades off from anything more than some fancy sensors and buzzers. It’s not surprising that the reality is a bit messier. While I was at…
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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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Nominations Open for 2026 Pavement Awards
Nominations are open for the 2026 Pavement Awards, presented by Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction. These annual awards provide industry-wide recognition for contractors involved in all aspects of the pavement maintenance industry. Limit one nomination per company per category. Nominees can be nominated in different categories: Click THE CATEGORY NAME from the list below to access the nomination forms. Please note,…
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Repairing Floor Joints | For Construction Pros
Jointed warehouse floors typically require repairs during their service life. Some floors require more repairs than others, depending on the design, construction, and exposure conditions, especially floors exposed to small-wheeled forklift traffic. Joint edges of both contraction and construction joints spall (break off) when either the joint filler is no longer protecting the edges from…
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Study Finds Concrete-eating Bacteria on Road Tunnels
A biofilm forms on the interior surface of concrete as seawater penetrates the concrete of a road tunnel. A study by researchers at Chalmers University of Technology (located in Sweden) points to the mechanisms behind the degradation and its unexpectedly rapid progression. Permit me to nerd out with some concrete science news for a moment. …
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6 Ways to Use Data to Optimize the Worksite
People, equipment and materials are the most valuable resources on any worksite, but in today’s construction landscape, a fourth asset is playing an increasingly important role on larger sites: data. The data generated by a connected worksite creates a surprising number of opportunities to increase safety, efficiency and productivity. Contractors who effectively leverage data generated…
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P- vs. G-Tier Compact Machines: How to Choose the Compact Machine to Fit Your Needs
When I started in the industry more than 30 years ago, contractors would often opt for compact construction equipment (CCE) that had the lowest price point. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) developed CCE mostly focused on its ability to function, not thinking about comfort or technology. Then, during the 2000s, OEMs recognized the need to address…
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Caterpillar Announces Leadership Shift, Joe Creed Named CEO
After eight years as CEO and nearly 45 years of service, Caterpillar Inc. Chairman and CEO D. James Umpleby III will become executive chairman of the board effective May 1. Chief Operating Officer (COO) Joseph E. Creed, a 28-year Caterpillar veteran, will succeed him as CEO and join the Board of Directors May 1. After…