The Mackinac Bridge has spanned 5 miles across the Straights of Mackinac, connecting Michigan’s Lower and Upper Peninsulas for 60 years. Construction began on May 7, 1954 and the bridge was officially opened to the public on November 1, 1957. According to the Mackinac...
Roofers have one of the most uncomfortable jobs on any construction site, especially when installing a dark roofing material. A traditional black roof, either asphalt shingles or EPDM, can be up to 50 degrees warmer than the surrounding temperatures. It’s also...
The Netherlands has a ton of bridges, especially pedestrian and biking bridges, thanks to its abundant system of canals. Perhaps because of that, they have become a leader in 3D printing technology when it comes to bridges. A couple years ago, Amsterdam, the capital...
In most aspects of construction, communication and training is absolutely key to running a successful project and business. That is especially true when it comes to safety on the job site. One of the most popular ways of communicating safety hazards to the field...
In Indiantown, Florida last week, construction workers ran into a 5-foot alligator on-site, which then ran into a 60-inch sewer line to get away from the workers. The contractor got ahold of the local sheriff’s department and the Florida Fish and Wildlife...
Painters are typically one of the last subcontractors on any construction site, who do their best to beautify the drywall with the colors of the architect’s or interior designer’s choosing. Some painters are also responsible for mudding drywall, patching...
