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Latest Stories

IECS — By Eric O'Callaghan

Building Relationships for 4 Decades

Turning forty is a pivotal point in life for majority of people. It allows us time to reflect on where we came from and (…)

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A Sustainable Future for Underground Infrastructure

Heidelberg Materials — By Raquel Farrington

Heidelberg Materials is building a better world for its people, customers, communities, and shareholders from the [under]ground up. With its headquarters in Texas and (…)

Light-Emitting Cement

By David O'Neill

The developments across modern society have resulted in a civilization that is unrecognizable in many ways. Notwithstanding the technological advances, transport infrastructure and housing (…)

Adaptive Reuse

By David O'Neill

The race for net-zero is one that brings up many questions for stakeholders. In the near future, every sector will be grappling with considerations (…)

Zero Energy Homes

By David O'Neill

The concept of a zero energy home is a fast developing one, gaining interest and traction around the world. So, what makes these homes (…)

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Concrete Efficiency for Concrete Results

Reimar Forming and Construction — By Manuela Armini

From skilled carpenters to rebar installers and cement finishers, formwork requires the expertise and coordination of many trades. In Ontario, Reimar Forming and Construction (…)

Leading from the Front

Defalco Construction — By Meghan Barton

The New York skyline is an iconic panorama; a symbol of the city’s rich history, diversity, architectural innovation, and resilience. Remarkable for its towering (…)

Lighting the Way

Reliable Relamping — By Aoife Chaney

Dan Schmidt started to think differently about lighting after a relamping job he completed for regional retailer Meijer back in 1997. There were almost (…)

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Technology-Led Design: Buildings for the Future

CS Erickson — By Meghan Barton

Companies everywhere strive to keep up with rapidly changing technology, ensuring their teams use the latest systems and software for efficient production, service delivery, (…)

Committed to Quality

Powerhouse Management Group Inc. — By Raquel Farrington

Powerhouse Management Group Inc., a Canadian owned company specializing in the supply and construction of pre-engineered steel buildings, is a company going in the (…)

Building Relationships for a More Sustainable Future

Ecora — By Garreth Owen

With many business leaders increasingly focused on sustainability and responsible practices, companies that prioritize environmental stewardship and local communities stand out for their unique (…)

Growth with a Strategic Outlook

STR Alaska — By Emma Kilcawley Hemani

In business, it can be difficult to excel at everything. Sometimes, spreading yourself thin can result in diminishing returns and companies can be better (…)

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Construction in Federal Spaces & Beyond

Pinnacle — By Meghan Barton

In the heart of Cleveland, Ohio, a remarkable construction company is building its reputation as a formidable partner in the federal market space. With (…)

Building a Safer Tomorrow, One Project at a Time

R.J. Zavoral & Sons — By Fiona Sheridan

Construction is the backbone of our society. It is the process of building and maintaining the physical infrastructure that we rely on every day. (…)

A Home Away from Home

IRL Group — By Eric O'Callaghan

When William and Laura Donnellan ventured to Vancouver from the West of Ireland in 2009, they could never have imagined the success that would (…)

The Evolution of Safety

Associated Builders and Contractors of Minnesota & North Dakota — By Eric O'Callaghan

In order to enhance safety protocols for contractors, there needs to be a specific way to measure safety. However, safety is not a tangible (…)

Infrastructure Bill Two Years On – A Progress R...

By David O'Neill

Countless opinion pieces and articles have discussed the state of U.S. infrastructure. From rail and road networks to energy grids, bridges, and telecom systems, (…)

Solar Roadways

By David O'Neill

Countless industries are working towards viable solutions for the ongoing energy crisis. Infrastructure networks are at a tipping point of sorts. Historic systems are (…)

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Tech-Built Homes – Technology Serves its Local Community

By David O'Neill

California is currently on track to become the fourth-largest economy in the world. Its scale, quality, and standard of living is the envy of (…)

Building Modular, Tackling Homelessness

By David O'Neill

Across North America, local authorities have grappled with homelessness for decades. Despite numerous interventions, pilot programs, housing initiatives, figures do not seem to decrease (…)

Standing Strong at 70

Hurckman Mechanical Industries — By Eric O'Callaghan

Before you can thrive in business you must simply survive, and the same can be said for life. In the last 70 years there (…)

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Constructing Art

COST Inc. — By David O'Neill

The construction industry takes many forms. From infrastructure and residential, commercial to environmental, there is tremendous scope across the industry for all comers. One (…)

A Presence as Strong as Steel Wire Mesh

Numesh Inc. — By Chris Hughes

Concrete is only as strong as the steel wire mesh it has to reinforce it – so contractors can’t play games when choosing the (…)

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Collaborating to Craft Joy with Water & Light

Crystal Fountains — By Fiona Sheridan

Water is the most universal element. For many, it evokes calm, tranquility, and cherished memories. As a global leader in the commercial water feature (…)

Where Concrete Remains Vital

Vital Consulting Group — By Chris Hughes

Concrete is the lifeblood of the construction industry. From bridges, to highways, to runways, our national infrastructure relies heavily both on the material, and (…)

A Legacy of Quality and Ethical Behavior

Klinger Constructors — By Manuela Armini

Ethical, committed to quality, and proudly local. These are the three pillars on which Klinger Constructors was founded over 40 years ago. Established in (…)

50 Years of Staying Power

Van Horne Construction Ltd. — By Garreth Owen

Ask any business leader about the greatest challenges they face, and they’ll likely talk about the difficulties staying competitive in a continually shifting global (…)

The Power of an Agile Mindset

Neutral Contracting Group — By Manuela Armini

The concept of agile methodology in project management, manufacturing, and construction may be a familiar one. However, the idea of an agile mindset? Maybe, (…)

Modular Matters: Unlocking the Potential of Offsite B...

Central Precast — By Garreth Owen

In an era where speed, sustainability, and cost-efficiency are considered paramount, modular construction is emerging as a viable way for companies to deliver projects (…)

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Teaching through Technology

ABCNM — By Eric O'Callaghan

With skilled labor shortages affecting the construction industry throughout North America and Canada, ABC New Mexico (ABCNM) has placed a huge emphasis on recruiting (…)

ACPPA: The Place Where Pressure Thrives

ACPPA — By Eric O'Callaghan

The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA) is an association of manufacturers and other interested parties related specifically to the concrete pressure pipe industry. (…)

Improving Inclusion in the Industry

By David O'Neill

In recent years, much has been done in the construction industry to promote more inclusive practices. Workshops, education, and recruitment drives all feed into (…)

Lego City – The Future is Awesome

By David O'Neill

The construction world is an ever-changing entity. It finds itself in the unenviable position of being both a driver and responder to change. Any (…)

SolarEV Cities

By David O'Neill

As discussions and debates continue around the benefits and efficacy of Electric Vehicles, much is placed in the public domain. As with any information, (…)

Depaving

By David O'Neill

Cities around the world are continuing to work on novel and innovative ways of cooling their streets down. Unfortunately, this is something that has (…)

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Building Upon Its Hometown

JE Dunn — By Chris Hughes

Construction impacts community. From projects that transform a city’s skyline, to buildings that are woven into daily life, the most successful contractors are the (…)

An Ongoing Dedication to Excellence

CD Barnes Construction — By Christopher Carter

For over 70 years, CD Barnes Construction has served the Grand Rapids area as a leading design-build contractor. The company was founded in 1954 (…)

Navigating the World of Industrial Innovation

CMF Group — By Luke Sheehan

The term Millwrighting may not be known to all, particularly those outside of North America. It is, however, a link to the development and (…)

Making the Cut with the Next Generation of Robotics

Prodevco Robotic Solutions Inc. — By Garreth Owen

With the rise of artificial intelligence in recent years, automation has been a constant topic of discussion among business leaders, particularly in the construction (…)

Knowing the Ropes: The Sky’s the Limit for Global Rop...

Global Rope Access — By Christopher Carter

For 15 years, Global Rope Access has been reaching new heights as a leading rope access and rigging solutions provider in North America. The (…)

Growth Through Trust

Corvus Construction — By Chris Hughes

Reputation is everything in construction—especially when you’re in the commercial space. Contractors in this market must often deliver on a massive scale while managing (…)

45 Years of Trust and Quality

Moran Iron Works — By Eric O'Callaghan

Moran Iron Works (MIW) is a HUBZone-certified Small Business Concern that was founded in 1978 by Thomas Moran. Now celebrating its 45th year in (…)

Fusing Historic Pasts with an Aspirational Future

Fusioncorp — By Chris Hughes

The construction industry is woven into everything. More than just the roof over our heads, a building teaches us about our history, reflects the (…)

Fond Farewells & Fresh Faces as The Builders Cha...

The Builders — By Georgie Downes

Let’s begin with the basics. The Builders, a chapter of the AGC of America, represents more than 600 firms and their respective employees who (…)

Buy Clean – Is it Enough?

By David O'Neill

There is no greater challenge facing the global community than reaching and maintaining Net-Zero. This task is one that has been heralded and promised (…)