Amy Materson (EQW)WorkforceHow to stay safe while working with a small or short-handed construction crewOne of the lingering effects of the construction downturn is the difficulty contractors now face finding skilled workers. Whether construction workers have found other jobs, moved to a new city or left the industry altogether, skilled workers can be hard to find in some areas. If you’re making do with, or are part of, a […]October 7, 2014RoadbuildingLED light balloons are a durable, cost-effective way to illuminate a jobsiteIlluminate the jobsite in any environment with 8:12 Illumination’s energy efficient LED light balloon, which handles all types of weather year-round. Designed for construction, road work, landscaping applications and more, the balloon is available in 200- and 400-watt models that can be powered off a 110-volt outlet, small solar panel or a battery pack when […]October 6, 2014BusinessHiring an accounting firm can save your construction company money. Here’s how to find the right oneSince many construction companies start out as just one guy with a truck and a piece of equipment or two, sometimes obtaining professional help such as accountants doesn’t come into play until much later. Still, having the advice of a good CPA is crucial, says Denise Bendele, a partner with Texas-based Padgett Stratemann, a CPA […]October 6, 2014RoadbuildingSafety plan: How to protect temporary workersSo, your safety plan is up to date, you conduct frequent, targeted training and your workers have bought into and contribute to your safety culture. What more is there to do? Think about your temporary workers. You may not hire them every year—especially during the downturn—but it’s likely you’ve either used them or will use […]October 2, 2014SafetyUpdate your construction company’s safety plan to protect temporary workersSo, your safety plan is up to date, you conduct frequent, targeted training and your workers have bought into and contribute to your safety culture. What more is there to do? Think about your temporary workers. You may not hire them every year—especially during the downturn—but it’s likely you’ve either used them or will use […]October 2, 2014Construction EquipmentDitch Witch upgrades RT45 ride-on trencher with big boost in power (PHOTOS)[imagebrowser id=136] Ditch Witch has added a 49-horsepower Tier 4 Deutz diesel engine to its RT45 ride-on trencher, delivering a significant increase in power over the previous model’s engine. Designed to boost productivity while reducing maintenance the engine powers a range of attachments including trenchers, backhoes, earth saws, vibratory plows, microtrenchers and combination trencher/plows. To […]October 2, 2014Construction EquipmentBandit launches new tracked model 2550 stump grinderBandit has combined its 2550 stump grinder with the versatility of a tracked machine with the new Model 2550 Track stump grinder. The stump grinder features turf-friendly rubber tracks to protect terrain and is powered by a 44-horsepower diesel engine and 20-inch-diameter Revolution cutter wheel in a lightweight, easily towable unit. A beltless hydrostatic direct drive […]October 1, 2014Success StoriesImpressive level of quality combined with a passion for his people keep Dallas contractor at the top of his fieldAfter Vern Larman returned to the Dallas area from a two-year stint as a missionary in Bolivia, he found he had a passion and expertise for excavation. During his five years working for a pool excavation contractor he learned to master the excavator to become the company’s most profitable crew member. As his experience grew, […]October 1, 2014RoadbuildingNew work zone training program to be offered in 2015The Associated General Contractors of America will put $135,000 in grant money to good use in 2015, using the funds to implement safety training classes on highway work zones. According to both federal safety data and AGC survey results, work zone crashes are responsible for a high number of injuries among construction workers. From 2003 […]September 30, 2014BusinessIt’s time for contractors to start financial planning for 2015. Here are 3 tips to get you startedNow that the construction busy season is winding down, it’s time to turn your attention to those housekeeping tasks you need to do each year in the fourth quarter. You need to step back and take a critical look at your company in preparation for planning for 2015. 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