[Construction Good News] Positive Momentum & Stories From the Field

Hear positive economic news and stories of construction companies and individuals who went above and beyond to help those in need – including how one company made a child’s wish come true.

Aug 28, 2020

In this episode, Becky Schultz, editor, Equipment Today, shares positive economic news, as well as stories about construction companies and individuals who went above and beyond to help those in need within their communities – including a look at how one company made a child’s wish come true.

RSMeans Data from Gordian provides data covering various cost line items and quarterly City Cost Index (CCI) updates.

Gordian Reveals Construction Industry Cost Insights for Q1 2025

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Michael Schulze.

Ligchine, Road Widener Appoint Schulze as Director of Sales

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There is also a storytelling training to help those who have been personally impacted by suicide, addiction, or overdose craft their narratives to reduce isolation and stigma.

Addressing Mental Health and Substance Use in the Construction Industry

February 21, 2025

Cummins Announces Leadership Changes

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Financing, Insurance & Leasing

Gordian Reveals Construction Industry Cost Insights for Q1 2025

While construction materials, equipment, and labor rates are still on the rise, the increases are not as pronounced as those seen in previous years.

RSMeans Data from Gordian provides data covering various cost line items and quarterly City Cost Index (CCI) updates.

Labor & Workforce Development

Ligchine, Road Widener Appoint Schulze as Director of Sales

Before joining Ligchine, Schulze served as eastern region sales manager at Multiquip, where he led a team of eight direct sales representatives and managed the rep firm Viking Representatives.

Michael Schulze.

Coaching & Consulting

Addressing Mental Health and Substance Use in the Construction Industry

United Suicide Survivors International

The physical and mental demands of construction jobs play a huge role in why the industry has the highest rates of addiction and suicide. The Construction Working Minds Summit is striving to address this issue.

There is also a storytelling training to help those who have been personally impacted by suicide, addiction, or overdose craft their narratives to reduce isolation and stigma.

Labor & Workforce Development

Cummins Announces Leadership Changes

The changes go into effect on March 15.

Cummins Change

The Impacts of Trump Ramping up Oil Production

Engine Technology Forum

The Trump administration is making sweeping changes that could have major impacts on the construction industry. These changes have the potential to improve certain areas and be detrimental to others.

After taking office in January, the Trump administration has taken over 30 steps to reverse the headway made by the administration prior.

Labor & Workforce Development

What Is The Key To A Successful Career In Asphalt?

Dynapac North America LLC

Take it from someone who's spent more than two decades serving multiple facets of the asphalt and road building industry: A positive and clear mindset can take you further than you might think.

Picture taken at C.W. Matthew’s (Georgia) 2024 Roller Rodeo. Included in the picture with Jen Bishop (Right) is the CWM roller operator, Abigail Kenner aka Ms. Abi (Left).

Construction Safety

Worker Safety: Arizona Congressman Set To Abolish OSHA

Andy Biggs (AZ - R), who has served Arizona's fifth district since 2017, introduced a new bill that would abolish the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, ending more than 50 years of national progress for worker and jobsite safety.

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Rental Business

Trends, Telematics & Staying Competitive

United Rentals Inc.

Tony Leopold, senior vice president of strategy and digital at United Rentals, answers four quick questions for general equipment and tool rental store owners.

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Rental Business

Rental Store Resolutions: 7 Reminders for Greater Success in 2025

Detmer Consulting Inc.

As independent rental stores start the year, use this opportunity to reflect on what can be done to make 2025 great.

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Hitachi Global Air Power Appoints New President and CEO

Hitachi Global Air Power

Hideki Fujimoto was named President and CEO of Hitachi Global Air Power; John Randall was promoted to President and CEO of HIES.

Hitachi Global Air Power has appointed Fujimoto as its new president and CEO and has promoted Randall to president and CEO of HIES.

Labor & Workforce Development

How to Attract the Right Construction Candidates

CONEXPO-CON/AGG

Having the best tools in your toolbox when it comes to hiring in the construction industry is essential. Understanding your best workers is crucial to finding good candidates.

Once the right people are hired, retention becomes a shared responsibility. Kokkelenberg argued that salaries, work-life balance, job security, and leadership opportunities are critical to keeping employees engaged.

Coaching & Consulting

Why Strategic Action Is Construction's Strongest Ally in 2025

FMI Corporation

Experts indicate both optimism and uncertainty are leading industry outlooks amid the study of five construction mega-trends. However, careful planning and strategic decision-making can lead contractors to success in 2025.

According to FMI’s recent Fourth Quarter Civil Infrastructure Index, 94% of survey respondents indicated their organizations have plans for expansion, although an industrywide lack of skilled labor still remains.

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