Category: Construction News
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Honda Portable Generators Now Available in California with Updated Emissions Compliance
Honda Power Sports & Products has announced that its EU3200i and EU7000iS Super Quiet Series generators are now available for sale in California. Both models meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Phase 3 emissions standards and are compliant with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 4 requirements. These updates make the gas-powered models…
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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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U.S. Infrastructure Is Stuck In The 20th Century
On March 10, 2025, the U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy rescinded certain memos issued by the Biden Administration which added guidelines to federal infrastructure project spending. These guidelines included special considerations for so-called “social justice” issues, environmental concerns, and equity-first design. It was another step in the Trump Administration’s efforts to dismantle the infrastructure…
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New Sherwin-Williams research highlights top challenges in large-scale construction
A recent survey for Sherwin-Williams reveals that nearly 9 in 10 construction professionals working on projects over $30 million have experienced significant delays. The report captures the growing strain on timelines, budgets and safety across the advanced manufacturing construction sector. Delays Driven by Material and Weather Disruptions The majority of respondents cited material availability (71%)…
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Balfour Beatty Designates Live Traffic as Fifth Fatal Risk in Construction Safety Initiative
This Construction Safety Week 2025, Balfour Beatty has launched a new safety initiative that identifies live traffic as a fifth fatal risk in construction—joining OSHA’s long-established Fatal Four: falls, struck-by incidents, electrocutions, and caught-in/between hazards. The initiative reflects Balfour Beatty’s growing concern over the dangers posed by live traffic in and around work zones, following…
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Balfour Beatty Designates Live Traffic as Fifth Fatal Risk in Construction Safety Initiative
This Construction Safety Week 2025, Balfour Beatty has launched a new safety initiative that identifies live traffic as a fifth fatal risk in construction—joining OSHA’s long-established Fatal Four: falls, struck-by incidents, electrocutions, and caught-in/between hazards. The initiative reflects Balfour Beatty’s growing concern over the dangers posed by live traffic in and around work zones, following…
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Trimble Expands Field-to-Office Connectivity | For Construction Pros
Trimble has introduced a new integration between its B2W Track and Siteworks software platforms, designed to help civil contractors more easily monitor and compare actual earthwork quantities against planned targets. This integration supports more accurate and efficient progress tracking, helping teams make timely decisions in the field and manage billing based on completed work. The…
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Trimble Expands Field-to-Office Connectivity | For Construction Pros
Trimble has introduced a new integration between its B2W Track and Siteworks software platforms, designed to help civil contractors more easily monitor and compare actual earthwork quantities against planned targets. This integration supports more accurate and efficient progress tracking, helping teams make timely decisions in the field and manage billing based on completed work. The…
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Dynapac Appoints Yann Monnet North American President And General Manager.
Just before World of Asphalt 2025, the biggest annual trade show for the asphalt industry, it was revealed by Dynapac North America that Jamie Roush would be stepping away from his role as president, a role he assumed in September 2021. During his more than three and a half years leading the company, he oversaw…
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Utilimarc and Fleetio Partner to Expand Fleet Technology Solutions
Utilimarc has announced a new partnership with Fleetio, integrating the cloud-based fleet management platform into its suite of technology offerings. The collaboration aims to provide fleet operators with enhanced tools for managing maintenance, tracking performance, and improving operational efficiency. The partnership brings together Utilimarc’s expertise in fleet analytics with Fleetio’s platform, which offers maintenance management,…