strategies for contech success
“While money is pouring into the construction technology space, a fragmented customer base is holding solutions firms back. Here’s how to cope.”https://www.constructiondive.com
“While money is pouring into the construction technology space, a fragmented customer base is holding solutions firms back. Here’s how to cope.”https://www.constructiondive.com
New Zealand study shows potential benefits of roofers wearing exoskeletons for back support https://www.roofingcontractor.com
In a small workshop near Vicenza, Italy, artisans make traditional-looking roofing tiles with a hidden difference: Each module contains solar photovoltaic cells.https://www.fastcompany.com
Welcome to JD Miles December Edition Happy Holidays!
An Oregon State University study found an association with increasing temperatures and increased rates of injury claims that were more pronounced among workers in the agricultural and construction sectors.https://www.businessinsurance.com
“As the construction industry mobilizes to assist with cleanup and restoration, it is important for out-of-state contractors to understand the complexity and enforcement of Florida’s construction licensing laws.” Florida’s construction licensing is governed by Chapters 455 and 489, Florida Statutes. It provides that anyone engaged in construction must have the appropriate license. The definition of “contractor” […]
“The U.S. Census Bureau on Monday reported that U.S. construction spending was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of almost $1.77 trillion in June, down 1.1% from May 2022 but up 8.3% from the near $1.63 trillion that the industry logged in June 2021.” https://theconstructionbroadsheet.com
Until OSHA publishes a new heat standard, contractors should follow the agency’s guidance regarding how to prevent heat illness and death on their jobsites, according to presenters Wednesday at an Associated General Contractors of America conference in Washington, D.C.https://www.constructiondive.com/news This guidance — basically rest, water and shade — will likely be enhanced by the new […]
“Construction employment has stalled in many states, even though contractors have plenty of projects needing more employees, due to a dearth of qualified workers,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist, in a prepared statement. “Only half the states had an increase in construction employment last month.”https://www.constructionequipment.com
“Here, Quinn talks with Construction Dive about her career choices, her favorite projects and the importance of finding a mentor.”https://www.constructiondive.com