DBIA Announces 2024 Project/Team National Awards of Merit

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The Design-Build Institute of America announced the 2024 National Design-Build Project/Team Award winners. Sixty-three projects from across the U.S. –– and one in Antarctica –– were submitted for consideration across 10 categories. Submissions were evaluated by a panel of industry experts. Merit Award winners will now compete for a National Award of Excellence, “Best of” categories and Project of the Year. “As Design-Build approaches nearly half of all construction spending, we continue to see extraordinary projects that raise the bar for Design-Build teams across the country, pushing the limits of high performance and optimizing triple-bottom line success,” said DBIA Executive […]

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4 Tips to Address Mental Health on the Jobsite

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Supporting, prioritizing your crew’s well-being with AI + more By Michael Bertolone Look at any job description for a construction supervisor and you’ll find most the responsibilities revolve around organizational work. A superintendent coordinates all the activities of the site, including managing project costs, schedules, materials, subcontractors, etc. Usually, there’s a line thrown in about managing people. Despite such a small mention, we all know how difficult and impactful good management can be. In today’s industry, effective management has taken on new meaning to include not just the development of job skills and physical safety, but also mental health. As […]

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NOTTBOXX Vending Kiosks Improve Efficiency, Productivity on Construction Sites

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NOTTBOXX Vending Kiosks are one answer to improving efficiency and productivity at large construction sites. Kiosks are stocked with premium food, drink and snack products. There is no cost to contractors or construction companies and the kiosks are operated, managed and maintained by trained NOTTBOXX operators. These kiosks were designed with construction site workers in mind, as they also include features like free industrial microwave units, air conditioning, fire extinguisher, first-aid cabinet, an automatic external defibrillator and non-slip flooring. Construction companies benefit by no out-of-pocket costs and improved worker productivity. The kiosks offer hassle-free maintenance and scalability for larger construction […]

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Master Lock Showcases New Connected LOTO Solution

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Master Lock introduces the Connected Lockout Tagout Solution, enabling users to digitally transform a jobsite by bringing safety, accountability and innovation together on a desktop or mobile device. Streamline processes, assign and track procedures and make real-time decisions when they matter most. Get complete and connected control, all in one place. Features of the new solution include the following: Real-time visibility and control of a facility’s LOTO procedures in order to streamline processes, boost accountability and ensure maximum worker safety — all while adhering to OSHA standards. Track procedure data for full visibility of active and completed procedures, providing an […]

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KOBELCO Unveils New SK520LC-11 Excavator

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KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA has launched its latest innovation, the KOBELCO SK520LC-11, an excavator designed to meet the demands of the modern construction jobsite. This new model combines advanced technology, enhanced efficiency and exceptional durability, setting a new standard for heavy-duty machinery. This 55 ton class-11 series excavator offers unmatched added value and delivers superior performance, efficiency and productivity. Like other -11 series machines, it follows the KOBELCO “performance x design” concept for superior operator controllability and comfort. The SK520LC-11 has an operating weight at approximately 121,000 pounds and has top-performing cycle times, lift capacity and digging force. This trendsetting […]

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