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StayProtected Aims to Make Hospitality and Commercial Sites ‘Clean and Safe’ from COVID-19

iStock.com/imtmphoto The coronavirus pandemic has made builders more aware of the threat of contamination on their job sites. But it also has prompted them to add features that prevent the spread of viruses when the project is finished. JAC Construction and its sister company Level 3 Design Group (L3DG) recently announced their new StayProtected program, […]

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Industry Updates

Trump Makes Changes to NEPA, Allowing Infrastructure to Be Built Faster

This week, the White House announced that the Trump administration was issuing a final rule to modernize and accelerate environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). “By streamlining infrastructure approvals, we’ll further expand America’s unprecedented economic boom,” President Donald Trump said. According to the White House, the final rule modernizes Federal NEPA regulations, […]

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHTS

Wrapping it Up

When construction workers leave their equipment outdoors, they run the risk of it suffering damage from the elements. Cortec Corp. has a solution: its latest version of its MilCorr VpCI Shrink Film with new UV protection. The film also can be used to cover aircrafts, offshore equipment and operational spares on outdoor racks. The product […]

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHTS

All Covered

Atlas Roofing Corp. recently introduced its ACFoam-HD CoverBoard-FR, a new addition to its line of ACFoam polyiso roof insulation products. With the product, builders can achieve a UL Class A fire-rated roof assembly over combustible wood roof decks. The lightweight product complements other products from Atlas and can achieve UL Class A fire ratings with […]

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHTS

Technology to Keep Your Distance

As builders continue to work during the COVID-19 pandemic, Triax Technologies Inc. aims to keep them safe with Proximity Trace, an IoT system that gives users proximity distancing alerts and contact tracing through wearable devices. The products can be attached to hard hats or worn by workers with a lanyard.  The devices will alert workers […]

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHTS

BUILT to Be Secure

BETTER BUILT recently released nine new jobsite storage products, including chests and piano box offerings, that aim to provide contractors with security, durability and mobility features. These include a staked/welded hinge and one-time installation lock systems with recessed housing to protect them against break-ins.  BETTER BUILT’s jobsite products are available nationally from multiple retailers and […]

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHTS

The RITE Way to Reduce Noise and Save Space 

The new ASSA ABLOY RITE Slide is a sliding door solution that helps users increase privacy and acoustical performance. The barn-style door takes up a smaller space than swing doors and can be used for a wide array of applications and industries where sound control and space are important, including medical exam and patient rooms, […]

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Videos

Cleveland Construction shares its best practices for protecting the public.

Cleveland Construction shares its best practices for public safety in an orientation video. The company says that this requires a team effort among its employees.

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Videos

Michigan Construction Crew Stays Safe While Working in Extreme Summer Heat

A Michigan construction crew tells how they are staying safe while working and avoiding the dangers of the extreme summer heat. This includes taking it slow and making sure people are consuming liquids.

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Residential

SiliconSage Builders Evolves with Its Market

SiliconSage focuses on the Silicon Valley area, particularly the California cities of Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Freemont and San Jose. Some companies are set in their ways, but SiliconSage Builders evolves with the changes in California’s Silicon Valley market. When new construction trends emerge, the company makes it a best practice to ride “the wave” with […]

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