Tag: impact
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National Street Sweeper Test Highlights Microplastic Removal and Water Quality Impact
For the first time in over 25 years, a comprehensive, grant-funded national test of street sweeper performance took place the second week of July, marking a pivotal moment for the power sweeping industry. Designed and conducted by WSA’s Director, Ranger Kidwell-Ross, along with noted testing authority, Roger Sutherland, the testing process was administered by the…
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10 Ways Outdoor Surfaces Impact Modern Project Design & Life
Outdoor surfaces are much more than the ground we walk on. They frame entrances, guide movement, protect structures, and even influence how safe and welcoming a space feels. From residential homes to commercial plazas, the way these surfaces are designed, treated, and maintained has a lasting impact on both appearance and durability. Here are ten…
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10 Ways Outdoor Surfaces Impact Modern Project Design & Life
Outdoor surfaces are much more than the ground we walk on. They frame entrances, guide movement, protect structures, and even influence how safe and welcoming a space feels. From residential homes to commercial plazas, the way these surfaces are designed, treated, and maintained has a lasting impact on both appearance and durability. Here are ten…
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Protecting Power Facilities from Lightning’s Disruptive Impact
Power generation facilities are among the most vulnerable to operational disruptions caused by direct lightning strikes and their secondary effects, due to a combination of their physical structure, operating environment, and critical reliance on sensitive equipment. Even in areas with infrequent thunderstorms, severe lightning events can still occur, leading to catastrophic damage, injury, downtime, fines,…
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Impact Security Backs Nonprofits via 2025 FEMA Grant
Impact Security, a nationwide provider of retrofit security glazing solutions, announces its support for at-risk nonprofit organizations applying for FEMA’s Fiscal Year 2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP).This recently approved federal program provides funding to strengthen the physical security of nonprofit facilities facing elevated threats from terrorism and extremist activity. The NSGP helps faith-based institutions,…
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Stanley Black & Decker to raise prices again, navigate $800M tariff impact
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Stanley Black & Decker plans to raise its prices again this year as tariff costs continue to weigh on the world’s largest toolmaker. The company initially expected a tariff impact as high as $1.7 billion,…
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Hydraulic Impact Hammers: What Sets Them Apart
Hydraulic impact hammers are an essential tool in the foundation and installation industry, renowned for their exceptional power and efficiency. Whether it’s for offshore wind farms, onshore marine, coastal & civil construction, or (deep water) oil & gas projects, these hammers deliver superior performance under the most demanding conditions. But what makes them stand out…
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The seven ways AI can impact construction
Image: Kira4kacom | Dreamstime.com The report examines how AI can help reduce errors across the construction lifecycle, from project inception and design to practical completion and handover. The report also looks at where AI could introduce new risks in construction and how the industry should adapt and develop to manage these. Here are the seven…
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Enhance Visual Impact with Decorative Acrylic Panels
What makes acrylic panels stand out in modern design? Acrylic sheets have long been favored for their strength, clarity, and versatility. Recently, textured styles have added depth and richness to acrylic, taking design to a more artistic level. Let’s explore how textures can elevate the look and appeal of acrylic décor. Textures Influence Light and…
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How a SeaWorld ruling could impact construction safety
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: OSHA has proposed a rule to change the way it wields the General Duties Clause, that would exclude enforcement for known hazards “inherent and inseparable from the core nature of a profession activity or performance.”…