Updates to John Deere L-Series Backhoes Simplify Operation

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Updates to the John Deere L-Series backhoe lineup enhance the productivity and uptime for professionals looking to lift more and multitask on the jobsite. The key backhoe updates include the introduction of precision mode, enhanced pilot controllers, two new rear quick coupler offerings and a redesigned hydraulic thumb. Those looking to get the most out of their L-Series backhoes can rely on their John Deere dealers to provide Ultimate Uptime, featuring John Deere WorkSight. With Ultimate Uptime, owners receive pre-delivery and follow-up inspections that include five years of JDLink telematics, machine health prognostics, remote diagnostics, programming capabilities and the ability … Read more

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DuPont Adds Fluid-Applied Weather Barrier System to Building Envelope Product Lineup

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DuPont Tyvek has added the new DuPont Tyvek Fluid Applied WB+ System to its portfolio of building envelope products. The new fluid-applied weather barrier is a high-performance silyl-terminated polyether technology that provides both a superior air and water barrier and industry-leading vapor permeability. The combination of this product results into a reformulated fluid-applied membrane for ease of use on most commercial substrates – which provides much ease to spray on the wall. This next generation fluid-applied barrier provides enhanced durability with up to 2½ times as much coverage, per gallon, as competing products; ease of installation via spray-on or pressured … Read more

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Samurai Rope-Cutting Ceremony Marks Opening of New Renaissance Hotel

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DALLAS, Texas – Brasfield & Gorrie has completed work on the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel. An event recently marked the opening of the new hotel and included a Samurai rope-cutting ceremony. Part of the new $3-billion, 250-acre Legacy West master development in Plano, Texas, the 15-story, 304-guestroom luxury hotel features a modern, upscale design that blends Asian and Texas authenticity. Amenities include a feature lobby, 16 suites, an Asian-fusion restaurant, outdoor bar terrace and a third-floor deck with a swimming pool, bar and fitness center. The hotel also features over 26,000 square feet of conference and meeting … Read more

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Construction Sector Adds 16,000 Jobs in June

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Construction employment increased by 16,000 jobs in June to the highest level since October 2008, signaling a new burst of hiring after three months of pause, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials urged federal, state and local lawmakers to enact measures to make it easier for school officials, local associations and construction firms to set up construction training programs. “Construction firms added employees over the past year at nearly double the rate of the overall economy, but the record-low unemployment rate for construction workers shows companies are having to … Read more

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Dodge Momentum Index Moves Higher in June

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NEW YORK, N.Y. – The Dodge Momentum Index took another step forward in June, increasing 1.1 percent to 141.1 (2000=100) from its revised May reading of 139.6. The momentum index is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year. June’s lift was due to a 4.8 percent advance by the institutional component of the momentum index, while the commercial component fell 1.3 percent. The momentum index has exhibited substantial strength since mid-2016, with the institutional and commercial components … Read more

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