Top 3: Strategies to Build a Safety Culture + Trends to Watch

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By Jack Cain It’s common knowledge construction is dangerous work. Over the years, the industry has built an extensive knowledge base consisting of safety do’s and don’ts. But when it comes to protecting people, it’s not enough to implement safety practices and post them on a wall. Today’s contractors must reinforce safety as the No. 1 priority by fostering a workplace culture that demonstrates care for its employees and their families, fellow craftspeople on the job and its customers. This can be accomplished by employing the following three strategies: 1) education and training, 2) implementing addiction and mental health support … Read more

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L&T Constructs World’s Largest Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad, India

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Built by Larsen & Toubro, the world’s largest cricket stadium in the world, Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad, India, will accommodate over 110,000 cricket fans, surpassing its preceding record holder, Melbourne Cricket Ground. After two years of demolition, the new facility is completing construction on the same 63-acre site as its predecessor, Sardar Patel Stadium—which will be its official name after opening. Motera Stadium responds to the vision of Shri. Narendra Modi, the Honorable Prime Minister of India, doubling the capacity of the previous venue. Despite its size, the stadium was constructed in three years. The new home of the Gujarat … Read more

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Mecalac Introduces Versatile + Innovative Power Swivel Site Dumper

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Mecalac introduces the TA3SH Power Swivel Site Dumper for increased versatility and safety on jobsites. The site dumper is part of the TA3 range, which is designed for the small to medium jobsite, and is particularly useful in crowded or confined areas, such as housing developments or landscaping projects. The TA3SH is 13 feet long and 6 feet, 1 inch wide. The Power Swivel technology features forward- and swivel-tipping mechanisms, allowing the load to rotate 90 degrees on either side before being tipped. This reduces the need to move equipment, enhancing productivity. The Mecalac range of Power Swivel site dumpers … Read more

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Hilti Introduces Smart Fasteners to Simplify Identification, Documentation of Anchor Installations

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Hilti has launched connected “smart” fasteners, enabling unique identification and digital documentation on the jobsite. Documenting every anchor, screw and bolt installed by hand can be time consuming and inefficient. Hilti’s exclusive Tracefast technology provides contractors with an easy-to-use, more productive solution. A data matrix code makes every fastener uniquely identifiable and traceable. Simply use the Hilti Connect App, scan the code with your smartphone and view installed fastener details. Tracefast leverages IoT and provides a new level of control and digital access to relevant setting instructions, training and inspection documents and certifications.

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EarthCam Software Updates Feature Continuous Video Recording for Better Jobsite Security

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EarthCam released an update to its Control Center 8 Software-as-a-Service suite that supports advanced jobsite security. The latest version, 8.6, features EarthCam’s Edge Video Recorder, a powerful security solution that goes beyond event-based recording. It offers HD continuous video recording with up to 120 days of retention and secure 256 bit AES encryption. An intuitive, visual timeline interface makes access to recorded video fast and simple on a smartphone, tablet or computer from any location. Footage can be reviewed quickly and incidents are easily shareable with security response personnel. Additional benefits include the implementation of low-latency, full-duplex WebSockets for Pan-Tilt-Zoom … Read more

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