MAX USA, Corp. Introduces World’s First #9 x #10 Rebar Tying Tool

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MAX USA Corp. launched the new RB613T — a high-performance rebar tying tool designed to deliver faster tying speed and maximum tying power engineered to secure larger rebar combinations with unmatched strength. Built for productivity and durability, the RB613T is engineered to help contractors tie faster and work more efficiently without compromising strength or consistency. The tool features a larger jaw size designed to accommodate large rebar combinations tying up to #9 x #10 rebar. Combining advanced tying technology with enhanced power, the RB613T ensures secure, uniform ties even in heavy-duty rebar applications. Combining rapid tying performance with controlled, reliable … Read more

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Develon, Leica Geosystems Expand 3D-Machine Control Availability to 9 Series Crawler Excavators

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Develon and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, recently released the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution as an aftermarket kit for all Develon 9 Series Crawler Excavators. This advanced system is specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with Develon’s existing 2D sensors and calibration systems, ensuring a smooth and efficient upgrade to 3D technology for customers across the entire 9 Series lineup. At the heart of the Series 9 excavators is an advanced control architecture that allows effortless real-time communication between the excavator’s built-in sensors and Leica Geosystems’ 3D machine control systems. Through this control-level integration, operators can access Leica Geosystems’ … Read more

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Outstanding Precast Concrete Projects Honored with PCI Design Awards

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San Francisco’s tallest affordable housing project, a striking addition to the skyline in Detroit, Michigan and a bridge providing a vital link in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, are just a few of the compelling precast concrete projects that received 2026 PCI Design Awards, presented by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute. Now in its 63rd year, the PCI Design Awards recognize the most creative and innovative uses of precast concrete. Panels of engineers, architects and precast concrete producers judge all submittals. The buildings and transportation categories are judged on aesthetic, structural and versatility use; site, energy and operational efficiency and risk reduction; and resiliency, … Read more

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National Careers in Trades Week Builds Awareness for Rewarding, Essential Skilled-Trade Jobs

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National Careers in Trades Week, April 6-10, comes at an opportune time for people seeking rewarding, essential careers with excellent pay and strong benefits, including healthcare and pensions. While U.S. workers are experiencing a stagnant job market with fewer job postings and positions that are harder to secure, well-compensated skilled-trade job openings keep growing due to infrastructure and other projects vital to the economy. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, professions in the skilled trades will experience faster-than-average job growth between 2024 and 2034, with the Occupational Outlook predicting over 600,000 construction job openings each year and a median … Read more

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Le Creuset’s New North American Distribution Facility Delivered in South Carolina

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Construction is complete for Le Creuset of America’s new North American distribution facility in Hampton County, South Carolina. The project was delivered on schedule despite challenging site conditions and complex operational requirements. The 300,000-square-foot build-to-suit facility consolidates Le Creuset’s U.S. distribution and administrative operations into a single campus that’s designed for efficiency and long-term flexibility. The two-story office houses executive offices, call centers and administrative departments, while the distribution area is designed to function as a cross-dock operation with capacity for future expansion. The concrete tilt-up facility sits on a 62-acre site in Early Branch. The site presented significant challenges, … Read more

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