‘Point-and-Measure’ Moisture Meters Speed Construction, Improve Quality

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A new category of portable, handheld, instant moisture measurement devices are available for construction workers that can be used on a wide range of materials with no special training. Kett’s “point-and-measure” units can be used at the jobsite wherever moisture is a problem or a specified moisture content needs to be known to proceed with work, whether that involves sand, aggregate, concrete mixes, adhesives, wood frame construction, drywall or other materials. The new devices utilize near-infrared light, a highly accurate, non-contact secondary measurement method that can deliver immediate, laboratory quality moisture readings, and operate on camcorder batteries (or 110VAC) to … Read more

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Wet/Dry Vac Line Adds New Air Mover for Quick Drying of Large Areas

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Quickly dry any space or surface with the new RIDGID Air Mover, the latest innovation in the RIDGID wet/dry vac line designed for fast cleanup and jobsite convenience. The air mover is made for high-volume air movement, making it ideal for industrial and commercial settings. Featuring an integrated three-speed, heavy-duty induction motor providing 1,625 cfm and adjustable angle for efficient drying, the air mover has a 25-foot power cord for extended reach. Dual-electrical outlets allow users to safely connect or daisy chain multiple air movers together for additional air circulation or utilize the air mover electrical outlets to power additional … Read more

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Turner Breaks Ground on University of British Columbia Arts Student Centre

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The team from Turner Construction Company’s Vancouver office in Canada, alongside Leckie Studio Architecture + Design Inc. and UBC Properties Trust, broke ground for the future University of British Columbia Arts Student Centre — a standalone three-story facility intended to improve the academic, social, personal and professional lives of the University’s Arts students. The multipurpose facility will provide much-needed amenities to support the learning, social, collaboration and innovation space needs of a diverse faculty of arts student population. The 10,000-square-foot Centre will include a range of targeted activity spaces and amenities to support creative engagement, including media production, video conferencing … Read more

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Heat Safety Key as Temperatures Rise

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Best practices to recognize warning signs, keep crews safe By Nicole Moyen Not only are average temperatures increasing globally, but the number of extreme hot days are also on the uptick. This year is projected to be one of the hottest on record, so it’s important to take precautions to keep your crews safe in the heat. Despite the fact that NIOSH and OSHA have created guidelines for heat safety, they are not followed at many jobsites as they are not mandatory standards. Heat-related medical care and productivity losses cost the U.S. up to $6.2 billion, and are estimated to … Read more

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Boldt Flattens Curve for Re-Opening, Creates Safer Workspaces

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When physical distancing puts a wrench in the personalized give and take of building complicated structures, adaptation is key. Reopening plans for The Boldt Company’s 14 national offices and dozens of jobsites depended on innovation and a creative use of technology. The company created a task force to address facilities and technology, then tapped experts in its own technical services division to pull together a center of excellence to address reopening. The task force identified issues for operations, safety, technology, different geographic markets and assigned a leader for each topic. Team members identified issues such as split work schedules, team … Read more

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