Tag: Construction
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Four ways construction can navigate Trump’s tariffs
Uncertainty is usually a cause for concern in construction. However, it is nothing new to the UK market. Recent years have seen Brexit, covid, war in Ukraine and more. The effects of the tariffs are likely to be another in a long line of challenges affecting the supply chain. The industry has proven itself to…
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‘Unwelcome surge’ of project abandonments hits construction
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Project stress picked back up in March as rising uncertainty led more developers to abandon projects, according to the latest data from Cincinnati-based ConstructConnect. The Project Stress Index, a measure of construction projects that have been paused,…
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T&T Construction Celebrates 30 Years in Business
T&T Construction Management Group, Inc., a woman-owned premier concrete specialty contractor, is pleased to announce a major milestone of 30 years of delivering excellence in the construction industry since its founding in 1995. The company’s anniversary theme, “Building a Resilient Legacy,” reflects its enduring commitment to quality, innovation, and creating long-lasting value for its people,…
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New Holland Construction promotes Brian Weisbaum to head North American operations.
New Holland Construction has appointed Brian Weisbaum, a CNH veteran who has led several initiatives for both CNH construction brands, as the new Head of New Holland Construction, North America. As the former Head of Network Development and Sales Support, and Global Customer Experience for both CNH Construction brands, Weisbaum brings a wealth of experience and…
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Portable Toilet Hire for Construction Sites: Key Considerations
Construction projects need suitable toilet facilities to ensure worker comfort and adhere to compliance standards which influences productivity outcomes. The correct portable toilet options at construction sites can significantly boost site productivity while improving worker satisfaction. Which portable toilet solution meets the specific requirements of your construction project? This comprehensive guide explains how to hire…
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Number of construction cranes in US cities dips 19%
Dive Brief: Like many economic indicators, the number of active cranes in North America for the first quarter of 2025 suggests market hesitation to move forward with major construction projects due to economic uncertainty, according to a biannual Rider Levett Bucknall report. The number of cranes in key U.S. cities dropped 18.8%, or by 30…
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March 2025 economic roundup | Construction Dive
Nonresidential construction activity continues to churn forward in 2025, but signs of strain are surfacing. Planning activity ticked up again in February, boosted by data center projects, yet overall momentum slowed as institutional sectors, such as healthcare and education, pulled back. Input prices climbed for a second straight month, with nonresidential construction costs rising at…
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JCT to sponsor mental health in construction research
Image: Dreamstime.com JCT is sponsoring a research project investigating the mental health of workers in construction, to better understand the challenges workers face, and to explore how the industry can provide better support. The research, initiated by the tier 1 HSLG and Mates in Mind, a registered charity set up to improve mental health within…
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State of Construction Report Reveals How AI, Automation, and Workforce Shifts are Shaping the Industry
AI and automation are poised to significantly enhance productivity in construction, where 18% of project time is currently lost searching for data, and 28% is wasted due to rework, according to a Future State of Construction Report released by Procore Technologies, Inc. “The construction industry is at a turning point, and technology is the catalyst…
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How Technology is Building a Safer Construction Environment
Construction is known for its inherent risks. The iconic image of workers casually eating lunch on a skyscraper beam with no safety measures highlights the risks that have long been present in the industry. In fact, 41% of the 34 deadliest jobs in the U.S. are in construction. While safety practices have significantly improved since…