Contractor Stories

How Leadership Shapes Safer Jobsites with Invisible PPE

On most construction jobsites, safety is measured in hard hats, harnesses, and hazard controls. But industry leaders are increasingly recognizing another risk that doesn’t...

Rethinking Heat Safety on Today’s Jobsites

Imagine a typical summer afternoon on a roadbuilding project. A crew is working under high heat, and while conditions haven’t yet crossed the threshold for mandatory breaks, one...

The Early Warning Signs Safety Programs Often Miss

On a well-run jobsite, risk is rarely left to chance. Crews are trained to spot issues early before a small problem turns into an incident. But not every risk shows up in a...

Combating the Mental Health Crisis in Construction with Taylor White

Discover how construction business owner Taylor White navigates the unique mental health challenges of the industry. From financial stress to the loneliness of leadership, he...

Five Steps That Define Asphalt Quality

When it comes to ensuring the composition of a paved asphalt road meets quality standards, plant operators and contractors alike influence the outcome at every stage of the...

Winning Gen Z in Construction: From Recruitment to Retention

Breaking through the constant scroll of Gen Z’s phones isn’t easy. Contractors who want to recruit the next generation of workers must present construction as an opportunity...

Construction’s Leadership Shortage May Have an Unexpected Solution

As construction companies face growing labor shortages and leadership gaps, many are finding an unexpected solution: military veterans. Adam Stark, founder and COO of Jet.Build,...

Five Ways to Go From Freeze to Full Speed

Winter doesn’t just slow production, it changes how your entire operation behaves. Fluids thicken, batteries strain, roads weaken during the thaw and jobsite conditions swing...

How to Increase Leaf Chain Life and Reduce Downtime

When a leaf chain isn’t properly maintained, this can lead to a shorter service life and higher operating costs of the entire piece of materials handling equipment over time. It...