It’s been a quick two weeks since we officially announced the nominees and opened the voting booth for Construction Junkie’s Inaugural Best Construction Podcast competition. Thank you to everyone that voted and to all of the contestants that actively promoted their podcast. I personally listen to podcasts every day and am excited to see members of the construction industry getting into the mix.
Read moreCool Tools: Platform and Twin Front Ladders
We use ladders a lot in the construction industry. So much so, that we tend to take them for granted and use the same ladder for different types of jobs. Many times the use of the wrong ladder increases the likelihood of injury on the job site.
Read moreThe First Bionic Suit Aimed at Construction Workers Has Arrived
Photo courtesy of Ekso Bionics
With the recent release of Avengers 2, there’s no better time to discuss the world’s first bionic suit made specifically with the construction industry in mind. Unfortunately, unlike the suit Iron Man wears, this one doesn’t allow you to fly or shoot beams out of your hands, but it does show some unbelievable upside for the productivity of a manual laborer.
Read moreCURT Announces Agenda for July Young Professionals Summit
Construction Users Roundtable
The Construction Users Roundtable (CURT) is a professional organization focused on the construction industry and issues related to productivity, cost effectiveness, the promotion of safety. Founded in 2000, CURT offers membership to construction professionals, whether you’re an owner, contractor, association, or young professional. Throughout the year, the organization hosts events featuring presentations from some of the industry’s top professionals.
Read moreWatch This Simple Machine Turn Backbreaking Paver Laying into a Simple Task
Tiger-Stone
Working on your hands and knees for hours on end can do a harsh number on your back, neck and knees and laying brick pavers is no small task.
Read moreBlocklayer Has a Calculator for the Most Annoying Construction Calculations
Sometimes walls aren't straight and corners aren't at 90 degree angles and we’re left scratching our heads trying to figure out exactly how to lay out a frame or rebar. Many times we’re caught in situations that we have never seen before and instead of trial and error (which causes expensive rework), a nice and simple calculator could save a whole lot of time and frustration.
Read moreTSheets Makes Time Sheets Easy For Contractors
We’re all for reducing paper use at Construction Junkie and, if you’re still using paper time sheets, it’s time to take a step in the right direction and automate your process. With many jobsites being far away from your company’s office, transferring paper time sheets can be extremely time consuming and costly.
Read moreMeasure Length and Area of a Site or Building with Google Maps
If you need to put together a quick estimate or just gain some general information on a building or site, you can gain some valuable information using Google Maps.
Read moreConstruction Fail: Concrete Buffer Spins Out of Control
An oldie, but a goody, this video shows what happens when someone lets the concrete buffer get loose and spin out of control. It also answers the age old question of, “How many contractors does it take?” The answer is 18 and thankfully none of them were hurt in the making of this hilarious video...
Read moreCreate an Employee Handbook to Protect Your Company
Employee handbooks not only let your employee what you expect of them, it can also protect your company from legal issues. If your company does not currently have a handbook or you're looking to update your existing one, be sure to continue reading.
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