Category: Business Services
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February 2025 ACON Editorial | For Construction Pros
It never ceases to amaze me what truly smart and resourceful people can do with might seem like very little. Isaac Newton had an apple fall on his head, and he goes on to describe gravity, meanwhile, I have an Apple iPhone with access to the entirety of human history and knowledge, and I struggle…
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The Road Ahead | For Construction Pros
I have been reviewing my notes the last few days for this column. The main topic was going to be about the decline of the Auto Industry and some thoughts on how you could get into a decent new or slightly used truck for an amount lower than what you have been hearing about on…
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Upcoming Contractor Opportunities in Revitalizing America’s Cities 2025
Cities and counties throughout the U.S. are revitalizing downtown areas, providing more housing, adding revenue-generating attractions, and repurposing other public areas. There are numerous drivers behind these types of focused projects, with population growth and the critical need for upgrades to aging facilities standing out as primary reasons. Visionary municipal leaders are planning for the…
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7 Reminders for Equipment Rental to Find Success in 2025
With the new year underway most rental businesses are in their quieter season now, but that makes this an ideal time to prepare for busier times ahead. Between planning and training this is your opportunity to set the stage for a prosperous year to come. Here are 7 timely reminders for greater success in general…
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6 Equipment Finance Predictions for 2025: Mitsubishi HC Capital America
Mitsubishi HC Capital America has shared six pieces of insight that are expected to impact the equipment finance industry in 2025. “The convergence of economic shifts and technological advancements in 2024 has created a unique financing landscape for 2025,” said Brian Rosa, president of commercial finance for Mitsubishi HC Capital America. “While many organizations may…
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Caterpillar Celebrates 100 Years at Bauma Munich 2025
Caterpillar has announced some of its plans for bauma Munich. The company will display new equipment, services and technologies at the show, which takes place from April 7-13. Caterpillar’s theme for the show will be “The Next 100 Years,” which will highlight how technology is advancing in construction heavy equipment. The company said its bauma…
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How the California Emission Laws Affect Diesel Vehicles
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in Batteries, Business Services, Construction Technology, Dealers, Diesel Engines, Equipment, Equipment Management, Featured, Fleet Maintenance, Gasoline Engines, Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8, Management Standards, Medium Duty Trucks: Class 4 – 6, Pavement Maintenance, Pickup Trucks & Vans, Service Centers, Sustainability, Sweepers, Trucks, Trucks & Accessories, Utility Vehicles, Worksite EquipmentWhile the United States as a whole is shifting toward being more environmentally friendly with new rules and regulations on diesel and commercial vehicles, California is the state most known for its strict emissions laws. With the harsher rules in place, California has been able to address issues that the federal rules were not likely…
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Buildots and Revizto Reveal Construction Management Technology Integration
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in BIM, Business, Business & Financial Tools, Business Services, Communication & Safety, Construction Technology, Document Management Software, Equipment & Automation, Equipment Management, Featured, Fleet & Asset Management Software, Modeling and Design Tools, Other Design Software or Technology, Other Equipment or Fleet Management Software, Other Technology Solutions, Personnel Management, Project Management, Site Data Capture, Site Layout, Technology and Software, Work Management & Scheduling SoftwareBuildots and Revizto —two companies that make technology for the construction industry— have announced the integration of their technologies, a move intended to improve construction management efficiency. This integration brings construction issue detection with the ability for teams to collaborate on a project. Buildots —an AI-powered construction technology company— and Revizto —an integrated collaboration platform— recently shared that they have integrated to…
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PTI Reveals New Post-Tensioning Building Code and Certification Program
During the 2025 World of Concrete trade show, the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) shared that it teamed up with the American Concrete Institute to put together an updated set of post-tensioned structural concrete building code requirements — ACI-PTI 320-25, Building Code Requirements for Post-Tensioned Structural Concrete. The PTI also revealed its new certification program for multistrand and bar…
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How to Attract the Right Construction Candidates
The labor shortage is still causing difficulty in the construction industry. With plenty of unemployed people, it is important to focus on the best ways to recruit good people. An expert in the industry who spoke at CONEXPO in 2023, Dr. Kokkelenberg, has some tips on hiring and retaining good workers. According to the press…