Category: Construction
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C&K Paving Names Tom O’Toole Regional Sales Director
C&K Paving proudly announces the addition of Tom O’Toole as Regional Sales Director. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Tom brings over 20 years of paving and construction expertise and more than 13 years of trusted client relationships to his new role. His arrival marks a significant step forward in strengthening the company’s commercial reach, ADA…
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Caterpillar Unveils Next Generation Cat 140 Lever Motor Grader at PWX 2025
At this year’s Public Works Expo, Caterpillar introduced its new Cat 140 Lever Motor Grader (140 LVR), giving attendees a first look at a machine designed to merge traditional operator preferences with cutting-edge technology. “This machine is an all-new ground up design for us,” said Eric Kohout, product application specialist for motor graders at Caterpillar,…
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Building the Future: Office Rentals & Modern Construction
Sandton has become more than just Johannesburg’s financial hub—it’s the place where global companies, fast-growing firms, and entrepreneurs set down roots. The growth of has been closely tied to innovation in commercial property development. Towers rise with glass façades, interiors are designed for collaboration, and infrastructure adapts to meet global standards. When businesses begin the…
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Why Paper Time Tracking Fuels Construction’s $177B Productivity Gap
In commercial construction, every hour affects the bottom line. Yet many supervisors and managers still spend 14 hours each week chasing down timesheets, correcting handwriting, and resolving hours that don’t match the work performed. These are not minor inefficiencies. Industry-wide, these tasks contribute to over $177 billion in annual lost productivity. Despite the rise of…
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New Book Offers Construction Pros a Guide to Surety Bonds
Contractors, project owners, attorneys, CPAs and construction industry stakeholders now have an indispensable new resource. The Contractor’s Guide to Surety Bonds: A Primer on Contract Surety Bonding for Construction Professionals by C. Constantin Poindexter, has been officially released and is now available worldwide through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Surety bonds are the cornerstone of construction…
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Private vs Council Certifier: Choosing the Best for Your Project
When planning a construction project in Australia, one of the key decisions property owners and builders face is choosing between a private certifier and a council certifier. Both types of building certifiers are authorised to assess and approve construction work, but they operate differently and offer distinct advantages and disadvantages. Understanding the differences between private…
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Portable Compressor Hire: Powering Your Tools Onsite Made Easy
When it comes to construction, renovation, or any onsite work, having reliable power for your pneumatic tools is essential. Portable compressors provide a versatile and efficient way to power a wide range of equipment, from nail guns and jackhammers to spray guns and impact wrenches. Rather than investing in expensive machinery, hiring a portable compressor…
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$1,500 Rent in Atlanta Gets Less Than 800 Sq. Ft.
The highly anticipated report How Much Apartment Space You Can Get for $1,500 in 200 U.S. Cities is out. It is a helpful yearly guide for renters looking to maximize their rent budget. Renters can get the most space with their $1,500 rent budget in the South, yet Atlanta ranks in the bottom 20 when it comes to legroom, offering 800…
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Gripple Inc. Releases New Article on Seismic Bracing
From Complexity to Confidence Evolving Approaches to Seismic Bracing When it comes to seismic resilience, a building’s structural stability is only the beginning. For mission-critical facilities such as hospitals, data centers, and government buildings, operational continuity after a seismic event is equally vital. Seismic bracing plays a crucial role by protecting non-structural systems that maintain…
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17,500 Visa Workers Help Keep Australia’s Trade Workforce Afloat
Temporary skilled visa workers are playing a vital role in keeping Australia’s construction and trades sectors moving, filling critical labour gaps during a period of strong demand and persistent skill shortages. New analysis from job management platform NextMinute shows that, while visa holders make up just under 2% of the national trade workforce, some states are…