Construction Input Prices Stable in July

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nonresidential construction input prices were unchanged in July according to a recent analysis of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index released by Associated Builders and Contractors. Input prices for both the nonresidential construction segment and construction as a whole are 2.3 percent lower than they were a year ago. “ABC has been predicting relative stability in input prices, and that is precisely what July’s report delivered,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “A weak and disappointing global economy has not been able to drag prices higher. Persistently low prices have placed a lid on the … Read more

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Construction Employment Increases in June Year-Over-Year Amid Qualified Worker Shortage

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Construction employment increased in 228 out of 358 metro areas, was unchanged in 48 and declined in 82 between June 2015 and June 2016, according to a new analysis of federal employment data recently released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials urged Congress to act on legislation to reform and increase federal funding for career and technical education to encourage more high school students to pursue high-paying careers in construction. “Contractors are adding employees in most parts of the country, while construction job losses are primarily in areas that are most affected by the steep decline in … Read more

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Solar-Powered Construction Cameras Upgraded

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Solar panel size reductions of approximately 25 percent and a similar percentage decrease in the weight of energy-storage batteries used in OxBlue’s solar power units are among improvements to the company’s line of construction cameras. Additionally, a recent redesign of the mounting system has made solar panels significantly easier for customers to install and lock into place. Driving the enhancements are continual advancements in technology. Upgraded components with a lower power draw has, in turn, lowered the power consumption of the camera system — thus requiring smaller, more user-friendly solar panels and batteries.

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Advanced Layout Simplified with Hilti Layout System

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Contractors will find advanced layout simple with the Hilti Layout system PLT 300. This new system makes everyday layout and measuring tasks easier than ever. Best of all, layout jobs can be completed quickly and efficiently by one person for increased productivity when compared to traditional methods. The PLT 300 virtually eliminates a learning curve as no leveling is required and the new Hilti Auto-Stationing technology allows for easy automatic station setup. Layout and recording jobsite information is made easy with a green laser pointer for greater visibility.

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Tool Tethering Kit Added to Ergodyne Lanyards Line

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Ergodyne has added a Tool Tethering Kit to its Squids Lanyards Line. The kits were created to give more convenient and confident at-heights safety. Each of the six kits comes complete with 2-3 Squids products. Depending on the weight of their tools, workers can choose from the following kits: 3180 2lb Tool Tethering Kit (for up to six 2lb tools) 3181 5lb Tool Tethering Kit (for up to four 5lb tools) 3182 10lb Tool Tethering Kit (for up to three 10lb tools) 3190 Tape Measure Tethering Kit (for one standard tape measure) 3191 Power Tool Tethering Kit (for one standard … Read more

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