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Why You Should Consider Mental Health Apart Of Jobsite Safety
The month of April is usually reserved as the “Jobsite Safety” month for the construction industry. There are no shortage of social media posts and articles about hi-vis clothing, PPV, best practices, flagging, and many other ways to keep our people safe while on the job. However, one aspect of safety that isn’t often included,…
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Asphalt Contractor’s Top 30 Products 2025
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in Aggregates, Application, Asphalt, Asphalt Pavers, Asphalt Plants, Asphalt Recycling, Automation Systems, Awards, Compaction, Construction Technology, Dirt Work, Equipment, Featured, Milling, Pavement Maintenance, Paving, Plant Components, Plants, Preservation, Production, Quality Control, Sustainability, Technology, Top 30 Editor’s Choice, Top 30 Editor’s ChoiceEach year, manufacturers release hundreds of new products into our industry. Sometimes they are small improvements on a long-standing, popular design, and, other times, they’re launching a whole new innovation into the asphalt space. This list comprises some of the very best products available on the market today, as chosen by our editorial team at…
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3 reasons all-electric homes make business sense for builders
Though the vision of neighborhoods powered entirely by electricity is compelling, the transition to all-electric homes will happen nowhere as fast as the shift from incandescent to LED lighting. Significant hurdles remain, notes Bob Becker, Chief Operating Officer of Electrical at Leviton. For starters, he says, renewable or even conventional energy sources do not generate…
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AI: Your career catalyst (not your replacement)
From ancient Egyptian pulley systems to modern artificial intelligence, construction technology has transformed dramatically over the centuries. What once took thousands of workers decades to build can now be accomplished by smaller teams in a fraction of the time. And yet no technological evolution has eliminated jobs but rather reshaped how construction professionals work and…
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A practical application for AI to improve construction
The promise of AI being a practical answer to increasing productivity and your bottom line is always subject to having good data to feed the AI model. Thankfully, AI-driven technology can enhance the safety and success of your projects by utilizing a visual data source that has been available for years. No Secret, But Still…
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Smart Technology in Construction Eye Protection Glasses
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in Communication Equipment, Communications Equipment, Construction Safety Systems, Construction Safety Technology, Construction Wearables, Expert Columns, Featured, Field Productivity Software, Infrastructure, Other Technology Solutions, Personal Protection Equipment, Safety Equipment – Other, WorkwearThe modern construction industry needs tools that streamline communication, boost productivity, and protect workers in harsh, dynamic environments. Traditional methods such as two-way radios, mobile phones, or hand signals frequently lead to inefficiencies, miscommunication, and unnecessary strain on workers who need both hands for operating machinery and handling materials. Smart eyewear, equipped with built-in audio…
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Can my neighbour have CCTV pointing at my house? Your rights to privacy
The choice of high tech ways to boost home security means many of us have other people’s security cameras in close proximity to our homes. And their presence might well make you ask the question can my neighbour have CCTV pointing at my house? Often recommended as part of home security systems, domestic CCTV cameras…
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Revisiting A 2013 Project, DesignLoveFest’s Apartment (+ What I Think About It Now)
In our grown-up pursuit of “timelessness” (which gets more intense as we get older), it sure is fun to see a time capsule of our youth. The year was clearly 2013, and two “internet famous” bloggers collabbed on what now feels like OG vintage influencer content. When I stumbled on Bri Emery’s apartment from 2013,…
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How to hide wallpaper seams to get a flawless finish
Knowing how to hide wallpaper seams means you won’t have to sit and stare at gaps spoiling the overall aesthetic of a room. Neatly hidden seams will ensure a smooth, seamless finish, giving your wallpaper and walls a neat, continuous flow. Keeping seams out of sight is all part of knowing how to wallpaper correctly.…
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Great British Energy blocks use of solar panels linked to forced labour
The UK government has announced that Great British Energy, the state-owned energy company, will be prohibited from using solar panels linked to forced labour practices in China’s Xinjiang region. This decision comes amid mounting pressure from MPs, campaigners, and international observers to ensure that the UK’s transition to renewable energy does not come at the…