New Diablo Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blades Deliver up to 50X Longer Cutting Life

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Diablo unveils a full-range line of carbide reciprocating saw blades that expands the applications for reciprocating saws. This full breadth of range consists of six application specific, radical carbide-reciprocating blades—each designed to solve real end-user problems in a dynamic industry where power tools and materials are constantly evolving. Diablo’s carbide reciprocating blades are individually designed and engineered for specific cutting applications ranging from clean or nail-embedded wood, general purpose wood and metal to all thicknesses of metals such as rebar, stainless steel and cast iron. By providing greater durability, cutting performance and up to 50 times longer cutting life than … Read more

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Crescent Launches New Line of Durable Tool Storage Bags

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Crescent Tools introduces a new line of tool bags designed to withstand heavy usage in unforgiving environments, alleviating the cost and hassle of replacing a less-durable bag. Crescent storage bags come in four styles: the Tradesman Backpack, the Tradesman Open Bag (available in 14-inch and 17-inch options), the Tradesman Closed Bag (available in 14-inch and 17-inch options) and the 20-inch Contractor Bulk Bag. All products in this line feature: High-quality YKK zippers, each with a 3-year warranty Newly designed open-straight pockets allow easier access to bottom of pockets so you don’t lose your bits and other small items Hard polypropylene … Read more

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Construction Career Pathways Conference Builds Vital Partnerships between Industry, Education

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With younger generations no longer signing up for careers in construction, the effects are being felt across the workforce. It is key to begin implementing changes now, and the NCCER 2019 Construction Career Pathways Conference will establish how the industry working with education is a crucial way to tackle skilled worker shortage. Held in Anaheim, California, this event will take place from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4, prior to the Association for Career and Technical Education’s CareerTech Vision 2019 conference. The cost to register is $100, which covers breakfast, lunch and a reception following the conference, … Read more

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National Academy of Construction Honors Construction Industry Leader

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The National Academy of Construction recently inducted William W. (Bill) Brown, chairman emeritus, Ben Hur Construction Company and co-chair of Ironworker Management Progressive Action Cooperative Trust, into its class of 2019 during a ceremony at the recently held NAC annual meeting. More than 300 construction industry leaders were considered in selecting 39 prominent leaders for the 2019 class. Criteria for selection included leadership, exceptional service, continued commitment to making a contribution, past recognition by peers for innovation and being recognized as “best of the best.” The NAC’s mission is to recognize and honor individuals for their distinguished contributions to the … Read more

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Western Specialty Contractors Receives Preservation Award for Façade Restoration

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The California Preservation Foundation 2019 Preservation Design Award for Technology and Craftsmanship was presented to Western Specialty Contractors for its role in conserving the Streamline Moderne facades of the Saban Building in Los Angeles, California. Award recipients were selected by a jury of top professionals in the fields of architecture, engineering, planning and history, as well as architecture critics and journalists. In making their decision, the jury noted that the project was a model for preservation integrity, according to an announcement on the foundation’s website. Constructed in 1939, the Saban Building is located next to the Los Angeles County Museum … Read more

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