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World of Asphalt/AGG1 canceled for 2021
The 2021 World of Asphalt and AGG1, scheduled for March 9-11th in Atlanta, has been canceled due to concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. Show sponsors plan to reconvene on March 29-31, 2022, in Nashville. To date, while other construction equipment shows have either changed their event or moved the dates of their 2021 shows, the […]
November 5, 2020
Business
75% of contractors report canceled, postponed projects in AGC survey
A new survey reports that 75 percent of contractors have seen an upcoming project canceled or postponed. That’s up from 60 percent in August and 32 percent in June, according to the Associated General Contractors. The recent AGC survey also shows that 78 percent of contractors have faced delays or disruptions on current projects. That’s […]
November 3, 2020
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June 27, 2025
Business
Forecast: Which Construction Markets Will Grow, Decline in 2021?
Contractors serving the housing market are in the best position to weather 2021, according Ed Sullivan, Portland Cement Association senior vice president and chief economist. While unemployment is up, Sullivan says that many of the demographic sectors that are buying homes are less affected. “Housing starts are expected to reach 1.3 million this year and […]
October 16, 2020
Contractor of the Year
How Two Brothers are Protecting 108 Years of Construction Legacy
To say brothers Scott and Tyler Roberts grew up in construction is an understatement. The two can trace the lineage of JLR Contractors back to their great-grandfather, J. Lyne Roberts Sr., who in 1912 started building homes in Provo. As they shared a bedroom growing up, the brothers talked about following their grandfather John Roberts […]
October 14, 2020
Business
Diesel Tech Schools Are Struggling During Covid-19 Pandemic
With decreasing student capacity, socially distant learning and more, diesel tech trade programs face many issues due to the COVID-19 coronavirus. Details here.
October 7, 2020
Business
OSHA issues new guidance on face masks for working in the heat
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued new guidelines for wearing cloth face coverings while working outside in hot and humid conditions or while performing strenuous outdoor activities. The guidance includes allowing outdoors workers in construction, landscaping and other similar fields to take off their face cover when they can stay at least […]
September 22, 2020
Business
Construction Seems OK Despite Economic Uncertainty. But Will the Work Hold?
As we put together our most recent Used Equipment Special Report for the latest print edition and here on the website, a quote from Dennis Howard stood out to me. In response to economic uncertainty and the ever-present cloud hanging over everything that the coronavirus pandemic has become, the vice president of fleet and remarketing […]
September 17, 2020
Contractor of the Year
Giordano Construction’s Quality, Versatility, Safety Record Pulled Company Through a Crucial Pivot
“We’re known for top quality,” says Tom Giordano from behind his desk. “We’re not known for being cheap. I tell people that call here for a bid the same thing.”
September 14, 2020
Business
Extreme heat plus masks takes toll on construction workers
Wearing a face mask in the extreme heat of the summer months is taking a toll on construction workers. Check out these tips for keeping cool on Equipment World.
September 3, 2020
Business
Drop in diesel technician enrollment compounds labor demand
The demand for diesel technicians continues to outpace entrants into the field – a problem compounded by the fact that the number of would-be applicants is beginning to decrease. According to data compiled by the TechForce Foundation, the number of students who completed a certified diesel program totaled 12,112 in 2018, reversing the annual upward […]
September 3, 2020
Business
Former contractor accused of spending PPP loan on Harley, personal use
A former construction company owner obtained a paycheck protection loan for $841,000 – some of which he is accused of spending on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
September 2, 2020
Business
How to Get Hurricane Laura Cleanup Work
Hurricanes, floods, wildfires and other natural disasters can lead to high demand for debris cleanup and reconstruction, and an opportunity for contractors to provide much-needed services. But being in a position to provide those services takes careful, advanced planning before a disaster strikes. “It’s always better if a company gets ahead of a disaster,” says […]
August 31, 2020
Business
AEMP Equipment Shift Conference goes virtual for 2020; registration now open
The Association of Equipment Management Professionals has opened registrations for its annual Equipment Shift conference. Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, AEMP has opted to hold the conference virtually for 2020. The conference will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the month of October, beginning Oct. 1st. All sessions will begin at 1 p.m. […]
August 26, 2020
Business
How Coronavirus is Complicating Contractor Hurricane Preparation and Response
As parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast await the impact of Hurricane Laura—strengthening in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and forecast to be first major storm of what is anticipated to be a historically active hurricane season—contractors in the storm’s path should be aware that the coronavirus will add complications to both […]
August 25, 2020
Contractor of the Year
This Carolina Contractor Masters Mountainous Terrain, Runs Distillery on the Side
“I took off my coat and tie and went into the ditch,” is how Wendell Howard describes his introduction to construction after majoring in accounting and business in college and working at a bank. For the next nine years he gained experience working under mentors such as Clarence Little and Garland Terry, who provided guidance […]
August 21, 2020
Business
Briggs & Stratton files for bankruptcy; announces sale agreement
Century-old engine maker Briggs & Stratton has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy, and a private equity firm plans to purchase the company’s assets.
July 21, 2020
Business
These 20 contractors rate best in paying subs, suppliers on time
A new award has named 20 large construction contractors that pay their subs and suppliers on time with no hassles. The award is the creation of Levelset, an online service to help construction businesses file mechanic’s liens. The Levelset website also allows subcontractors and suppliers to rate contractors on how responsive they are to paying […]
July 1, 2020
Business
4 more arrested in post-Hurricane Michael cleanup contract corruption investigation
In Lynn Haven, Florida, a corruption investigation after Hurricane Michael has led to three arrests for workers' compensation fraud and one pending arrest.
June 25, 2020
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