How to Choose the Right Crane for your Project

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By Patrick Tarrant As a construction superintendent, you are expected to have a basic understanding of the different types of cranes available for your project and the ability to determine if the crane on your job is the optimum choice. When selecting a crane for a project, I like to start with the weight of the heaviest pick and the number of those picks. Once I know the weight, I then look at the distance of the pick from the center of rotation of the crane (radius). Then I move on to the site-specific issues that determine where I can … Read more

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Renovations at The Woodruff Institute Completed

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FORT MYERS, Fla. – R.D. Johnson Construction, Inc. has completed the second-floor renovations, under budget, at The Woodruff Institute for Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, located in Bonita Springs, Florida. The project was an interior renovation of 2,134 square feet of existing medical office space and 1,600 square feet of white shell space. The existing medical office space remained open and in operation throughout the length of the renovations. The R.D. Johnson Construction team considered the safety, noise and containment of dust and debris throughout all stages of the project in order to accommodate the existing tenant’s regular operations. The project … Read more

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3M Expands Product Line of Self-Adjusting Protective Eyewear

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The 3M Personal Safety Division has expanded its SecureFit Protective Eyewear line by offering more features and deeper personalization with the debut of the new 3M SecureFit Protective Eyewear 600 Series. New options include the Scotchgard anti-fog coating that helps provide long-lasting clarity to help the eyewear retain its effectiveness. Photochromic lenses darken when exposed to UV light outdoors and lighten when removed from UV exposure indoors. A rugged anti-scratch coating helps extend the life of the lens. Features such as 3M Pressure Diffusion Temple Technology—allowing for a secure, comfortable fit and the ability to self-adjust to a wide array … Read more

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Safety First: A Look at the Latest Safety Measures and Equipment

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New standards, safety gear help workers take a stand against injuries By Chris Maday Schmidt It goes without saying that the number one priority for superintendents is the safety of their crews and subcontractors. And that the number one goal is 100 percent zero incidents so that every worker goes home, unscathed, at the end of each day. Nearly 6.5 million people work at approximately 252,000 construction sites across the nation on any given day, according to OSHA. And, when compared to all industries, the fatal injury rate for the construction industry is higher than the national average in this … Read more

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All-in-One Safety Station Makes Safety Convenient

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Bullay LLC’s Bull Station is an all-in-one safety station that helps companies be proactive in terms of safety. It enables a company to remain compliant while making safety convenient for operations, with a way to organize the jobsite and encourage daily focus on safe work practices. The unit houses materials necessary for workers to do their jobs, and provides the flexibility to be moved to different projects. In addition to addressing first aid and fire safety, the Bull Station can also be used as a hydration/shade station.

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