Category: Construction
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Key Elements of a Well-Built Home
A well-built home is more than just a structure; it’s a long-term investment in comfort, safety, and durability. Whether you’re constructing a new residence or evaluating an existing one, understanding the essential components of quality construction can help ensure your home stands the test of time. From the foundation to the finishes, every detail matters.…
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Best Practices for Self Propelled Construction Equipment
Job sites move faster when operators set up gear correctly and follow clear routines. Crews notice fewer stoppages, tighter schedules, and better production when practical checks become habits, not heroic fixes. Teams installing ground systems see similar gains with tracked rigs that place piles with controlled torque. Contractors researching a helical pile machine for sale…
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What Every Construction Worker Should Know About the Fatal Four
Construction work is among the most hazardous careers in the nation. Every year, many workers get injured and die while performing their jobs. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), most of these deaths result from the “Fatal Four,” which comprises four major hazards. Knowing the common causes of death in the construction…
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Ayurvedic Care to Ease Joint Strain in Construction Work
Spend a few years in commercial construction and you learn fast: the building might be designed for a hundred years, but your knees are not. Long days on concrete, climbing scaffolds with gear, overhead drilling, kneeling on steel decks – it all adds up. Western medicine calls this cumulative trauma. Ayurveda uses different language but…
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Residential Construction Solutions for Your Dream Home
Creating a dream home is an exciting milestone and one of the most significant investments a person can make. The process requires attention to detail, expert planning, and strategic decision-making to bring a unique vision to life. Modern Residential Construction focuses on combining aesthetics, structural integrity, functionality, and sustainability. From initial consultation to final walkthrough,…
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LAN, Inc. Names Samantha Avila, PE, New Program Manager
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is pleased to announce that Samantha Avila, PE, has joined the firm as a program manager with the Dallas/Fort Worth Program Management team. In her role, Avila will oversee projects under the Irving ISD 2023 Bond Program and Duncanville ISD 2023 Bond Program. She will manage the planning and…
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Why Sports Engagement Matters in Commercial Construction
Walk through any busy shopping center or entertainment district during a sports season and you will probably notice the same thing. People keep sneaking glances at their phones. Some slow down while reading a score update; others drift toward whatever screen happens to be visible from the walkway. Sports engagement has spilled out of stadiums…
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Top GPS Time Clock Apps for Construction Crews in 2026
Selecting the ideal GPS time clock for construction crews in the US can be challenging, especially as workers frequently move between job sites and schedules often shift unexpectedly. Issues such as missed clock-ins, inaccurate locations, and manual time tracking can cause billing delays, payroll errors, and compliance risks. Contractors need a robust system that ensures…
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ECITB announces appointments to boost careers engagement
Commenting on the appointments, Andrew Hockey, ECITB chief executive, said: “Since its inception in 2021, input from Innov8 members has helped the ECITB increase the effectiveness of our engagement with industry. The group plays an integral role in shaping our careers work, industry training and development. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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The Strategic Role of Professional Cleaning in Commercial Construction
In commercial construction and facility management, discussions typically revolve around structural integrity, mechanical systems, materials, energy efficiency, and safety standards. Yet one area that influences long term building performance more than many realize is janitorial care. Cleanliness is not simply a matter of appearance. It is a critical part of operational efficiency, asset preservation, workplace…