Many people throughout the world have made hobbies and even careers out of repairing and restoring antique cars and trucks, but what about antique construction equipment? Due to the sheer size and weight of the machines of the past, it places of major limitations on their collect-ability to be sure. At least one man has taken it upon himself to collect them before we lose them all.
Read moreEnglish Farmer Ordered to Tear Down Castle He Built and Hid Behind Hay Bales
In a legal battle that has lasted for more than 8 years, a farmer in Salfords, Surrey, England has been ordered by the High Courts to tear down the house he built in 2002. It’s an extremely bizarre story that ended with the threat of jail time.
Read moreWheel Loader Operator Crushes Two Cars for Blocking Construction Exit
Road rage in cars is one thing, but if you catch a heavy construction equipment operator on a bad day, look out. They’re like tanks with arms and your puny little car is no match for the tonnage they bring to the table. Realizing that is important for job site safety, as well as choosing where to illegally park.
Read more9 Construction Workers Injured after Structural Collapse in Louisiana
18 construction workers were on site of the under construction addition to the Willis-Knighton North Hospital in Shreveport, LA when a second story concrete slab collapsed. 9 workers were injured in the collapse, but it does not appear that any of the injuries are life threatening. The local Fire Chief, Scott Wolverton, told KSLA local news that the most difficult part of his team’s job was determining whether or not anyone was trapped under the rubble.
Read more[VIDEO] National Hero Uses Excavator to Pull a Stuck Deer out of Deep Mud
Even though construction equipment is extremely heavy and extremely powerful, with the right operator in the cab, the machines can be as soft and nurturing as a pillow. Heck, who would have ever thought they would see someone fully assemble and dress a hot dog with an excavator? Turns out, excavators can also save animals’ lives.
Read moreResearchers Create Transparent Wood, Want it to Replace Glass Windows
Photo courtesy of KTH Royal Institute of Technology.
“You make a better door than a window!” I’m sure your parents hollered that at you all throughout your childhood as you were unaware that you were obstructing their view of their favorite TV show. That phrase may surprisingly not make sense to future generations with the recent discovery of a process that can make wood transparent. Seems crazy, I know.
Read moreDon't Miss Out on This Great DeWALT Deal
Today only, Amazon has a DeWALT 20v Brushless combo Drill and Impact Kit on sale for $199! Home Depot is currently listing this set at $279, so it's a steal of a deal, especially for a random Thursday. The offer only lasts until 12am PST, so act fast!
- Brushless motor delivers up to 57% more run time over brushed
- XR Li-Ion batteries with fuel gauge provide 33% more capacity over standard packs
- DCD790 20V MAX* 1/2" drill/driver compact lightweight design fits into tight areas
- DCF886 20V MAX 1/4" impact driver compact design fits into tight areas
- Both tools feature LED lights with 20 second trigger release delay providing increased visibility in dark or confined spaces
[Infographic] Tips to Avoid Temporary Workers OSHA Citations
The following is a guest post by Assurex Global. With OSHA’s impending fine increases of up to 80% in 2016 and it's first increase in 25 years, it’s important to brush up on all of OSHA’s rules and regulations. The below infographic walks you through how to correctly identify what type of employees are on your job site and 7 tips for avoiding an OSHA audit.
Read more[VIDEO] Yikes, Excavator Falls Through Floor During Demolition
A nicely performed demolition is extremely fun to watch, but they don’t always go according to plans, unfortunately. When things start going badly, you can just hope that no one gets injured. Thankfully, even though the demolition in the video below went horribly wrong, no one was injured.
Read moreOSHA and Construction Industry Clash Over New Silica Dust Exposure Ruling
Crystalline silica is found in many construction materials, including concrete, stone, and brick masonry. The inhalation of silica dust is thought to contribute to the formation of many health hazards, including lung cancer, silicosis, COPD, and kidney disease. Estimates have shown that silica exposure kills 600 American workers and results in 900 new cases of silicosis each year, OSHA has been working on tightening its rules regarding the exposure to this type of dust for several years and has finally issued a new “final rule,” it’s first update on the rule since 1971.
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