Tag: Construction
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Supply Chain Secrets Behind Successful Construction Projects
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Ever wonder why some construction projects finish on time and under budget while others turn into expensive disasters? The answer usually isn’t about the workers or the weather – it’s about how materials get sourced and delivered. The difference between a smooth project and a nightmare often comes down to supply chain decisions that most…
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How to Make a Construction Budget?
One of the first and most important things to do when planning a building project is learning how to make a construction budget. And regardless of whether you are constructing a dream house, a kitchen remodel, or a large commercial project, a precise and detailed budget can spare you sudden financial headaches, delays, and scrap…
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Sustainability in Scent and Construction: A Greener Future
Sustainability has become the cornerstone of modern innovation, shaping the way industries operate and consumers make choices. From luxury fragrances to large-scale construction, the shift toward eco-friendly practices is redefining quality and responsibility. What once seemed like two distant worlds, scent and construction are now connected by a shared mission: to reduce environmental impact while…
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US Construction Spending Slowdown Impacts 2025 Machinery Sales
There isn’t much sign of optimism for the residential construction market, even allowing for an interest rate reduction by The Fed. Typically, an interest rate reduction would see mortgages become more affordable and drive housing activity. However, the cost of housing remains very high, limiting affordability for first-time buyers even with a reduction in interest…
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Construction Suicide Prevention Week: Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in Construction
The construction industry builds our communities, but too often the people doing the building are struggling in silence. September 8 – 12 is Construction Suicide Prevention Week, and we’re shining a light on the darkness far too many men and women face in the industry. Construction workers face tough conditions every day — long hours,…
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Government urged to refine foundation apprenticeships strategy
EngineeringUK is urging the government to implement a series of recommendations to help refine foundation apprenticeships. In a new report, Pathways to success: shaping foundation apprenticeships in engineering and technology, EngineeringUK sets out seven criteria for the government to consider: Objectives are clear and complement other policies. Sectors with demand for level 2 foundation apprentices are identified.…
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RodRadar and Lynch Partner to Bring Utility Strike Prevention Technology to UK Construction
RodRadar is entering the UK market through a partnership with Lynch Plant Hire, bringing its Live Dig Radar (LDR) technology to construction sites nationwide. The system, embedded in excavation equipment, uses real-time ground-penetrating radar to detect and alert operators to underground utilities during digging. The move aims to address a costly challenge for the UK…
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6 Ways to Get the Most Out of Telematics in Construction
As construction sites increasingly rely on heavy equipment with embedded sensors, telematics is rapidly becoming the cornerstone of operational visibility. Yet managing this data can feel overwhelming. Here are six tips for managing telematic data in construction that can effectively harness telematics to help increase uptime, reduce cost and make data a true competitive advantage.…
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6 Civil Construction Trends Shaping 2025 Projects
If you walk onto a construction site today, you might notice something different. It could be the drone hovering overhead, mapping the progress, or the worker wearing a virtual reality (VR) headset to practice a complex procedure. Maybe it’s the concrete mixer that runs on electricity instead of diesel. Small changes are adding up to…
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When Does A Construction Site Injury Trigger Premises Liability?
Construction sites are inherently dangerous environments, where the risk of injury is a constant concern for workers and visitors alike. While workers’ compensation is typically the primary remedy for injured employees, certain circumstances can trigger a separate legal claim known as premises liability. This area of law holds property owners and occupiers responsible for construction…