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Contractor Fined After Worker Dies of Heat Illness in Alabama
Three days after he was hired for concrete finishing work, the employee died after working in a heat index of 107 degrees.
February 12, 2024
“Best Year in 98-Year History," Caterpillar Says of 2023
Full-year sales and revenues jumped 13% over 2022 results, CEO reports.
February 12, 2024
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January 25, 2024
Construction Begins in Fla. on First-of-its-Kind Bridge Project in U.S.
“There are things that will make this an iconic structure unique to Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island."
February 9, 2024
Health & wellness
AGC Forum: Communication is Key in Battle Against Mental Health Challenges
Matt Granados, co-founder of Life Pulse Inc., speaks at AGC forum on the importance of communication to address mental health issues in construction.
February 8, 2024
Safety & Compliance
Contractor Fined $156K After Teen Loses Legs in Trencher Accident
The 16-year-old was digging a trench for fenceposts when he was dragged underneath the blade.
February 7, 2024
Business
Sales Growth Continues for Komatsu in Q3
Improved selling prices have offset increased fixed costs and material prices for the construction, mining and industrial equipment manufacturer.
February 7, 2024
Market Pulse
Report: Higher Wages Aren't Doing Enough to Fill Construction Jobs
Construction wages increased by 5.3% year-over-year to $35.21 an hour to try to attract more workers.
February 6, 2024
Market Pulse
ABC Economist Maintains Pessimistic 2024 Outlook
Mild recession remains likely in 2024, according to Associated Builders and Contractors Chief Economist Anirban Basu.
February 5, 2024
Roadbuilding
Caltrans Responds as Atmospheric River Continues to Torment California
Caltrans has prepositioned more than 4,000 personnel and 1,200 pieces of equipment.
February 5, 2024
The Dirt
How to Find Good Employees – What Works, What Doesn’t
A former corporate recruiter comes on The Dirt to offer advice for contractors looking to hire better workers.
February 2, 2024
Business
3 Killed, 9 Injured on Construction Site When Hangar Collapses
OSHA is investigating the collapse of the steel hangar, which was being built at the Boise Airport.
February 2, 2024
Roadbuilding
13 Paving Contractors Take Top National Honors at NAPA Awards
Thirteen asphalt paving contractors were recently honored by the National Asphalt Pavement Association for their quality work.
February 2, 2024
Business
When is the Best Time to Buy Equipment?
Crest Capital's Dan Furman debunks the myths behind the market and shares why now is still a good time to buy new equipment.
February 2, 2024
Business
Volvo CE Increased Sales in 2023 But Expects Weaker 2024
Softer industry demand is beginning to affect the global construction equipment market, the company reports.
February 1, 2024
Safety
Mass. Contractor Faces Proposed $142K Fine for Fatal Skid Steer Accident
A 63-year-old worker was found with the loader on top of him at the bottom of an 8-foot-deep trench.
January 31, 2024
Business
Ammann to Relocate North American Headquarters from Florida to South Carolina
Demand has prompted the move, giving the asphalt equipment manufacturer better access to shipping and room for onsite product demonstrations.
January 31, 2024
Alternative power
Cummins, Daimler Truck, PACCAR to Build Battery Cells in Miss.
The planned $2 billion to $3 billion factory is expected to start producing battery cells in 2027 and employ 2,000 workers.
January 30, 2024
Roadbuilding
Vegas-L.A. High-Speed Rail Funding Hits Half Mark, Field Tests Begin
The USDOT recently announced an additional $2.5 billion in private bond allocations to put funding for the $12 billion project over the halfway point.
January 29, 2024
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