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Portrait two caucasian engineer man working with notebook computer at precast site work

The selection of appropriate, high-quality construction materials, is instrumental in ensuring the success of your projects.

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A blue print of a traffic control plan outlining all the roads and sigs needed for the project.

Traffic control plan, or TCPs are vital for maintaining a smooth and secure flow of traffic, reducing potential hazards, and promoting work efficiency within the work area.

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Request for information printed on a kraft envelop, with office supplies, rubber stamp and blueprint, RFI and construction concept. 3D illustration

An RFI, or Request for Information, is a formal document used by a party involved in a construction project to request additional information from another party.

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green Bike lane, road for bicycles (bike, road, sign)

A buffered bike lane is a type of bicycle lane designed with additional space that separates the bicycle lane from the adjacent vehicle lane and/or parking lane. These lanes provide a designated buffer space, which could either be a physical barrier, such as flexible posts, or painted lane markings, that creates a safe distance between cyclists and motor vehicle traffic.

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tablet being held with GPS pulled up on the screen

When it comes to managing valuable assets in the construction industry, especially trailered construction equipment, there is a lot of money involved in an asset built for mobility. The question is what is the most efficient way to track it? Especially when contractors have a wide and varied range of equipment, brands, and models mixed into their inventory.

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Close-up at the operation supervisor is checking on heavy machine and equipment checklist form with crane truck as blurred background. Industrial safety working in action, selective focus.

Article Read Time 5 min “In construction, a submittal refers to the detailed plans, documents, and data a contractor must present for evaluation and approval during the pre-construction phase.”  …

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a team of workers drawing a pedestrian crossing in early spring using automated equipment on fresh asphalt

Article Read Time 4 min Road striping is an integral part of the traffic management system and plays a crucial role in maintaining order and safety on the road. Whether…

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Road construction work being done with lanes closed sign

Article Read Time 5 min A traffic control device, as defined by the Federal Highway Administration, is a sign, signal, marking or other device placed on a particular roadway by…

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Construction manager calculating soft costs before starting a project.

Article Read Time 4 min Getting into any construction process, whether as a real estate developer, project manager, or construction company, understanding the concept of costs is paramount. This brings…

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Architect or engineer team discussing a project design using blueprints and a laptop computer at the office before visiting work site.

Article Read Time 4 min Every construction project, no matter how big or small, begins with a crucial step known as the “construction takeoff.” But what exactly is a takeoff…

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Crash Cushion or Impact Attenuator damaged by car crash

Article Read Time 5 min Understanding the function of an attenuator amidst our complex road network systems and dealing with numerous transition options can be daunting. In this blog post,…

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construction orange truck cleaning up post project

Article Read Time 6 min The final touches to any construction project aren’t applied with a paintbrush or screwdriver—they’re handled with a meticulous and exhaustive construction clean up process. Often…

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Paving construction work on black asphalt

Article Read Time 4 min Constructing a solid roadway, parking lot, or path requires more than just materials – it requires high-quality tools designed especially for paving tasks. From preparing…

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Article Read Time 4 min Construction projects come with a myriad of challenges, one of which is ensuring the safety of workers and the public in and around the site….

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Article Read Time 6 min Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or someone who prefers to do their own construction projects, having the right tools is crucial for successful construction projects….

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Article Read Time 5 min What is site preparation? As one portion of the broader process used when preparing a construction site for building, it can include a wide range…

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Article Read Time 6 min On a beautiful June day in Southern California in 1976, construction workers accidentally cut through a petroleum pipeline that was under pressure, not realizing that…

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Article Read Time 5 min Whether you’re a general contractor or a subcontractor who is just starting out, understanding how the construction bidding process works is vital to your company’s…

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A scene of a type of construction barricade at a construction site.

Article Read Time 5 min Whether it’s for crowd control at a large event or to improve safety on a construction site, there are a range of barricades available to…

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hard hat on a table of a construction site in the rain

Article Read Time 5 min Inclement weather can sometimes be unavoidable in an outdoor work area. In some regions, heavy rain and wet conditions may be expected on a regular…

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