Driving Schedule through Teamwork

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Methods for staying ahead, anticipating future challenges By Josh Farr As a superintendent, there are three things that are completely non-negotiable on a job: creating a safe culture on the jobsite, ensuring customer satisfaction and meeting the schedule. For many, even the word “schedule” can evoke immediate feelings of stress as it can be one of the most obstacle-riddled parts of construction. What makes it that way, is how it ties into every decision a project team makes. When evaluating safety, there are countless opportunities to ensure safe work planning. While you’re digging into drawings and establishing your job flow, … Read more

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Milwaukee Introduces OSHA-Compliant Dust Box

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Milwaukee Tool is building upon its M12 Universal HAMMERVAC Dust Extractor and M18 Dedicated HAMMERVAC designs with an updated dust box. Both HAMMERVAC units utilize a replaceable HEPA filter for efficient debris filtration. An updated dust box will allow users to easily clean the filter with the press of a button, making these tools OSHA-compliant solutions through Table 1 Requirements. Per HEPA standards, the certified HEPA filter removes 99.97 percent of particles greater than 0.3 µm. However, the M12 Universal HAMMERVAC and M18 Dedicated HAMMERVAC feature unique replaceable filters so users can replace the filter independently of the dust box … Read more

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Skid-Lift Releases Two New Models of Scissor Lift Attachments

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Skid-Lift is producing and selling two new models of scissor lift attachments: the 1530S and 2230S models. The new models are powerful yet easy to operate and allow crews to work up to 28 feet in the air, with a 15-22-foot platform height and 12.5-square-foot working deck. Skid-Lift works as an attachment for skid steers and tractors. The base legs of the Skid-Lift attachment are adjustable and allow professionals to work on all surfaces, including rough or uneven terrain. Additional features of the Skid-Lift attachment include hydraulic controls at the base and basket, works for any of type of surface … Read more

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ZipWall Introduces SideBridge Wall Mount

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ZipWall has added the ZipWall SideBridge wall mount to its product line. The SideBridge works with the ZipWall FoamRail Span to tightly seal a barrier along a wall and keep dust under control during remodeling, restoration and repair. The ZipWall SideBridge comes in a standard size perfect for most jobs, and a long version designed to provide more clearance room around obstructions, like baseboard radiators and crown moldings. To form a tight seal, this new wall mount simply snaps onto a FoamRail Span and holds it against the ZipWall pole closest to the wall, creating a seal up to eight … Read more

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NCCER Recognizes 2018 SkillsUSA National Carpentry, Masonry Competition Winners

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NCCER recognizes the winners of this year’s SkillsUSA national carpentry and masonry competitions. The winners were announced at the 54th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. More than 6,500 outstanding career and technical education students competed in 102 different craft, technical and leadership fields. The competitions were part of the SkillsUSA Championships, which is the national-level competition for secondary and postsecondary students enrolled in CTE programs. Students not only test their knowledge and skills against industry standards, but are given the opportunity to compete against peers in their craft. 2018 marked the ninth year that NCCER has sponsored the … Read more

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