Strong Man Opens New Distribution Center in California

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Strong Man Safety Products has expanded to the West Coast with the opening of a new distribution center in Cerritos, California. This will be the third distribution center for the Pompton Plains, New Jersey-based company, with coverage now originating from their hometown, as well as a second distribution center in Houston, Texas that opened in 2012. When strong winds, bad storms and dangerous weather strike, construction crews need immediate access to materials to keep them, as well as the worksite and surrounding areas and pedestrians safe. The new Cerritos center is located near the Long Beach port with convenient access … Read more

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Making Room for Millennials at the Jobsite

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Construction has often been considered one of the last industries to embrace technology. That is starting to change, however, as construction companies look for new ways to change the mindset of those working at the jobsite. Enter the younger generation, otherwise known as millennials. They have grown up with apps and solutions to solve just about any system problem that arises. As the industry evolves, it will have to embrace more innovation in order to entice and appeal to millennials—and those even younger. Some of the emerging technology that millennials appear to be comfortable with that they might leverage on … Read more

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Adolfson & Peterson Earn National Excellence in Construction Awards

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction’s work on Preston Garage in Dallas, Texas; Silverthorne Performing Arts Center in Silverthorne, Colorado and USPI Midland ASC/MOB in Midland, Texas have earned the company first place national Excellence in Construction Eagle Awards from Associated Builders and Contractors in the following categories: Single-Family Projects up to $100 Million (Preston Garage) Institutional – $5 to $10 Million (Silverthorne Performing Arts Center) Healthcare – $10 to $25 Million (USPI Midland ASC/MOB) Representatives from the company received the award during ABC’s 28th annual Excellence in Construction awards celebration in March. Preston Garage is a 33,000-square-foot underground parking garage for … Read more

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ABC, USVBA Agree to Promote Veteran Construction Businesses

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Associated Builders and Contractors and the U.S. Veterans Business Alliance recently signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on expanding the participation of veteran and disabled veteran businesses in the merit shop construction industry. “ABC members are committed to achieving a fully inclusive and culturally competent workforce that is welcoming to all people, where employees and suppliers are limited only by their own potential,” said Michael D. Bellaman, ABC president and CEO. “Qualified veteran and disabled veteran subcontractor and suppliers provide value to building and construction projects and to the economy as a whole, and we support … Read more

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Lincoln Tech, Johnson Controls Team Up To Build Technical Workforce of the Future

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WEST ORANGE, N.J. – Lincoln Educational Services Corporation has entered into an agreement with Johnson Controls to provide expanded career opportunities for Lincoln Tech graduates and to help build the Johnson Controls workforce. This marks the second partnership with a global employer that Lincoln has announced within the last several weeks. Graduates of Lincoln Tech’s Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning and Electrical and Electronic Systems Technology training programs throughout the country will have the opportunity to pursue careers with Johnson Controls, which will assist Lincoln in recruiting new students for these programs. Johnson Controls will provide training equipment and sponsor … Read more

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