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Safety

Calif. contractor fined $242,600 in trench collapse that killed worker

When the trench wall collapsed, one worker escaped but the other, Abel Sauceda Quiñónez of Modesto, was trapped under the dirt and crushed to death. More here.

February 18, 2019

Safety

Worker dies in excavation collapse in Raleigh; 2 injured

Two workers have been treated for injuries and one worker is dead due to an excavation collapse in Raleigh, North Carolina. Learn more on Equipment World.

January 25, 2019

Roadbuilding

ACI and ASCC to publish 4th edition of Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction

The fourth edition of Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction will be available January 2019. Get more details on the edition on Equipment World.

December 31, 2018

Technology

Contractors expect to use more tech in 3 years, including drones and wearable sensors

Drones, equipment tagging, and wearable sensors are among construction technologies expected to be more widely used by construction contractors. Details here.

December 28, 2018

Roadbuilding

Dozer in tow clips bridge, falls to highway, causing wreck

The Ohio State Highway Patrol confirmed a report said a semi-truck hauling a dozer hit a bridge. Get more details on the incident right here on Equipment World.

December 7, 2018

Roadbuilding

Caltrans applies 65 shield markings to help drivers navigate Sacramento area freeways

Drivers in the Sacramento, California area have a new way to help them navigate the freeways. See what Caltrans did to lend a helping hand on Equipment World.

November 14, 2018

Safety

CPWR: Deaths rise at small construction companies, drop at larger firms

Large construction firm fatalities dropped 30% between 2008 and 2016, while small construction firm fatalities climbed 57% according to CPWR. Learn more here.

November 12, 2018

Safety

Houston worker rescued from collapsed 12-ft. trench; OSHA investigates

The U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration opened an investigation into the trench collapse incident in Houston after a worker was stuck for hours.

November 9, 2018

Safety

Peel-and-stick NoSweat hardhat liner keeps your forehead dry

NoSweat's line of peel-and-stick hardhat liners are designed to wick away up to 2oz of sweat and prevent dripping. Check them out here on Equipment World.

October 12, 2018

Safety

Trench collapse kills 2 workers in Wyo.; OSHA investigates

Two construction workers in Wyoming died in a trench collapse that triggered an investigation by the Wyoming OSHA. Get more information on the story here.

October 8, 2018

Dealers

Tech, ActiveCare Direct telematics monitoring hot topics as Volvo CE dealers gather in Shippensburg, Pa.

The training includes everything ranging from how dealers can stay ambitious in a changing marketplace to the latest machine advantages and features!

September 25, 2018

Roadbuilding

TRIP: Driving on deficient roads carries $6.8B price tag for Wisc. drivers

TRIP has released information showing that driving on deteriorating and congested roads is costing Wisconsin drivers $6.8B each year. Learn more today.

September 20, 2018