U.S. Construction Machinery Exports Down 21% at Midyear 2013

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U.S. construction machinery exports dropped 21 percent during the first half of 2013, with $10.8 billion shipped to global markets compared to $13.7 billion at midyear 2012, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. The AEM off-road equipment manufacturing trade group consolidates U.S. Commerce Department data with other sources into global trend reports for members. Nearly all world regions recorded double-digit declines, except Central America with a double-digit gain. Construction equipment exports for the first half of 2013, compared with midyear 2012: Exports to Europe declined 20 percent for a total $1.4 billion, and dropped 15 percent to Canada for … Read more

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Scaffolding Safety – Tips, Tricks and Things to Consider

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  by Mike Mumau In the construction industry, workers are the most valuable assets, making worker safety a top priority. For this reason, OSHA and ANSI guidelines are valuable tools in safeguarding the health of workers on the jobsite. However, one of the toughest and most crucial standards to enforce is fall protection/scaffolding, as scaffolding was the third most cited violation for federal OSHA standards in 2012, with the related issue of fall protection topping that list. Since OSHA was created to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths, taking its guidelines and citations into concern can only benefit worker health. … Read more

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Miron Construction Co. Donates $130k to Packers Heritage Trail Monument

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NEENAH, Wis. — Miron Construction Co., Inc., official provider of construction services for the Green Bay Packers and Lambeau Field, is donating an estimated $130,000 worth of work toward construction of the Packers Heritage Trail monument, which will honor the story between the city of Green Bay and its beloved football team. The monument will feature detailed statues of famous Packers and a display wall with historical memorabilia from the Packers and the city. All this is to be placed under an iconic set of lit goal posts and a uniquely designed football plaza. The monument will become a part … Read more

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ABC Construction Economic Update: Nonresidential Fixed Investment in Structures Expands 4.6%

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Nonresidential fixed investment in structures expanded 4.6 percent on an annualized basis during the second quarter of 2013, according to the July 31 gross domestic product report by the U.S. Commerce Department. This increase followed a 4.6 percent decline in the first quarter of the year. Fixed investment in equipment rose 4.1 percent in the second quarter and overall investment in structures expanded 6.8 percent. Residential fixed investment increased 13.4 percent following 12.5 percent expansion in the first quarter. Fixed investment in the nation's residential sector has been growing at a double-digit clip since the third quarter of 2012. Personal … Read more

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Brasfield & Gorrie Completes Columbus City Services Center

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The city of Columbus, Ga., has recently opened the doors to a new city services complex. The complex, completed by Brasfield & Gorrie, showcases several state-of-the-art amenities and represents a sharp economic growth in the local area. The 249,000-square-foot, $31-million facility includes three components: A 135,000-square-foot parking deck to accommodate 396 vehicles A two-story, 63,000-square-foot office building A 51,000-square-foot natatorium, including a 50-meter competition pool and a separate four-lane, 25-yard warm-up pool The nine-acre property was vacant for several years before officials developed a plan to unite businesses, community partners and residents to highlight and strengthen the city. The project … Read more

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