Caterpillar Sees Drag From Slow Energy Sector in Q2 Strong construction equipment sales offset by other factors Jeff Rubenstone July 26, 2019 No Comments Caterpillar reported strong sales in Q2 for construction equipment but sees tariffs and a slow energy market as ongoing tailwinds. Read More
Sand Shortage May Slow Growth in Developing Regions Michael Dumiak July 24, 2019 No Comments Although global supply is not running out, some developing regional markets struggle with sand supply problems.Read More
Product Snapshot: Pipe Threader and Concrete Treatment July 24, 2019 No Comments The DEWALT 60V FLEXVOLT cordless pipe threader features a brushless motor and can accept pipe from 1⁄2 in. to 2 in.Read More
2019 2Q Cost Report Lifted Tariffs Don't End Canada Price-Hike Risks Scott Van Voorhis July 3, 2019 No Comments Even with steel sticker-shock over, infrastructure and private-sector boom, and worker shortfalls, won't keep costs from rising.Read More
2019 2Q Cost Report Fluid Tariff and Trade Policies Make US Estimators Cautious Jeff Yoders July 3, 2019 No Comments Construction procurement is operating in a constantly changing buying environment for key materialsRead More
2019 2Q Cost Report Checking For Signs of Slowdown in a Growth Market Gary J. Tulacz July 3, 2019 No Comments Will rising materials prices and labor costs blunt the growth in the building sector?Read More
2019 2Q Cost Report Construction Starts Rise as Material Prices Come Down Alisa Zevin July 3, 2019 No Comments Large increases in 2018 have given way to better balance in lumber and steel sectorsRead More
Product Snapshot: Safety Walkway and Dozer July 3, 2019 No Comments The Kee crossover safe-access platforms provide safe traversal on low-slope roofs.Read More
Worker-Safety Tracking Clip Adds Access Control Features Jeff Rubenstone June 25, 2019 No Comments The Spot-R tag from Triax Technologies can monitor when a worker experiences a sudden fall and alert supervisors. Now its compatible with site access control technology for a clearer view of where workers are on the jobsite.Read More
Product Snapshot: Walk-Behind Trowel and Wet-Dry Vac June 19, 2019 No Comments The PRO430E Edger walk-behind trowel features a rotating edge ring, allowing it to be used close to walls or protruding pipe and conduit.Read More
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