Brass Knuckle Crusher Safety Goggles Route Moisture Away from Eyes

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Whether working in the elements or working up a sweat, only Brass Knuckle Crusher (BKDST-1020NP) safety goggles have specialized channels along the brow line to move water and sweat away from the eyes, while the rubber gasket seals glasses snugly against the face. The gasket also does double-duty as anti-dust protection. Not only do the contoured channels route moisture away to help vision remain clear, proprietary BK-Anti-Fog technology offers superior performance under the highest heat and humidity for a long-lasting, fog-free view. Crusher’s cool wraparound styling of the one-piece 10 base curve lens offers high-impact protection and an unobstructed field […]

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Contract Signed for 1st Comprehensive City Center University Campus in Western Australia

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Stantec was recently selected as lead engineer for the Edith Cowan University City in Perth (Western Australia). The firm is part of a consortium of local, national and international architects and engineers that will design the AUS $695-million project — Western Australia’s first comprehensive city center university campus. Stantec will provide civil and structural engineering, as well as building and traffic planning services. Australian architectural firm Lyons, in partnership with Perth-based Silver Thomas Hanley and international architects Haworth Tompkins, have been announced as the design team. Marshall Day will carry out the City Campus’ acoustic engineering. Urbis will lead on […]

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‘Ice Cube’ Sports Center Unveiling Planned for Beijing Winter Olympics

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As the only underground supporting facility of the Winter Olympics, the China State Construction-built ice sports center will be used in conjunction with the “ice cube” events during the Beijing Winter Olympics in China. At present, the construction of the ice sports center has entered the final stage, which will be opened simultaneously during the test competition of the Beijing Winter Olympics in October. The ice sports center is located on the ground floor of the south square of the Beijing National Aquatics Center, with a total construction area of 8,821 square meters. After its completion, it will become an […]

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4 Ways to Overcome Project Setbacks, Challenges in Unpredictable Environments

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By Mark Hendricks The last year has reinforced that nothing is certain, and the unexpected should always be expected. Major storms, growing labor shortages, a canal blockage and a global pandemic were just a few of the many unpredictable events that have caused procurement interruptions, longer lead times and rising prices for most of the commonly used building materials. The inevitable slowdown put an uncomfortable spotlight on the construction industry’s heavy dependence on the global supply chain, as well as demonstrated how the shifting of just a few variables can cause major headaches. Delivery times for lumber orders, alone, have […]

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A Chat with David Hanen, Superintendent at Haselden Construction

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Flexibility, resiliency promote longevity on the job By Chris Maday Schmidt David Hanen, a superintendent at Haselden Construction, started building houses at age 14 and — although not sure he ever planned on making it a career — has worked in construction throughout Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Region for more than 25 years. Not only does he bring flexibility and resiliency to his role, he also places top priority on safety and infection control. Join Construction Superintendent as Hanen shares the ups and downs of mountain building, the ever-evolving economy and today’s labor and materials shortages, as well as a project […]

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