Construction Industry in US, Canada Poised for Growth

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After a year of stabilization, the construction industry in the U.S. and Canada is positioned for success in 2024, thanks to strong demand and as the normalization of supply chains and material prices continue. JLL’s new U.S. and Canada Construction Trends 2024 forecast explores the opportunities and challenges facing the construction industry in the year to come. “The industry is ready to successfully meet the challenges of 2024,” said Todd Burns, president, Project and Development Services, Americas, JLL. “With immense housing needs, return to office strengthening and federally backed infrastructure and manufacturing accelerating, the industry is poised for growth despite … Read more

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ALL Crane Announces 42-Unit Link-Belt Purchase

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The ALL Family of Companies has ordered new equipment to be deployed across the markets of steel erection, general contracting, pipeline work and other applications to include rough terrain cranes, telescopic crawlers, lattice boom crawlers and hydraulic truck cranes in capacities ranging from 55 to 250 tons. The package is highlighted by 13 telecrawlers, including three 250 ton TCC-2500s. In addition, 10 traditional mid-range capacity crawlers have been added, along with eight truck cranes. Twelve rough terrain cranes, from 160 tons to 65 tons, have also been added. The purchase includes six each Link-Belt LS248HSL 200 ton crawler cranes and … Read more

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Sundt Promotes Lonnie Emmert to Field Superintendent

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Lonnie Emmert was recently promoted to field superintendent at Sundt Construction. Emmert supports Sundt’s work to improve the Nashville, Tennessee Metro Water Services KR Harrington and Omohundro Water Treatment Plants. “Lonnie’s diverse experience in progressive civil construction is an asset to our team,” said Sundt Project Executive Steve Van Loan. “He has been a general foreman for our craft team, and his skill and grit has resulted in our successful performance on this project.” Emmert has over 35 years of experience in civil construction as a craftsman, foreman and superintendent in the paper, solar and energy sectors. His background includes … Read more

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SENCO Unveils New Generation of Finish & Trim Tools

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KYOCERA SENCO Industrial Tools has launched the latest update to its popular Finish and Trim Tools. The new generation of tools are designed to save time and money, while redefining efficiency, precision and performance in the construction and woodworking industries. The five new tools offer innovative features and uncompromising quality: BN31M1P – Powerful and lightweight 18 gauge brad nailer ideal for finish and trim applications with the power to drive through dense materials without splitting the work surface LS61H1P – 18 gauge finish stapler, perfect for woodworking, cabinetry and both internal and external trim applications TN11G1P – 23 gauge pin … Read more

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Brass Knuckle Releases Protective Eyewear for Workers Needing Corrective Lenses

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A worker who wears corrective lenses is not exempt from wearing proper eye protection. Typical corrective eyeglasses don’t provide the necessary impact and side protection of work-grade spectacles and goggles. These workers could wear over-the-glasses protective eyewear. But, for a less-bulky, maximum-comfort solution, there is Brass Knuckle Read. The revised ANSI/SEA Z87.1-2015 standard recognizes the need for protective readers that offer magnification for the wearer. Brass Knuckle meets this need with Read BKREAD-6010. Read is great-fitting, cost-effective, super-light bifocal eye protection available in five diopter strengths: 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5 and 3.0. A durable polycarbonate frame provides extra side protection … Read more

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