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We wrote about the importance of greasing machines here. It extends the life of the equipment and helps you get the best performance out of it. Not sure where to put the grease...

Construction teams are building things larger, taller, greener and pricier than ever before. Architects continue their race to the top. But the construction industry has other...

In part, tiny houses have gained popularity because of front-page stories and coverage in news and entertainment shows. Yet, the popularity of those homes has deep roots in...

Just as joint fluid allows us to bend at the elbow, hips, shoulders and knees without bones grinding against each other, oil and grease prevent the metal-on-metal grinding of...

Highway construction workers often toil within feet of vehicular traffic, so it isn't a leap to conclude that their jobs can be among the most dangerous jobs in the industry. In...

Many big corporations can be generous when it comes to making charitable contributions. They also encourage their employees to volunteer in the community. But some companies are...

In 2014, 2630 workers suffered from heat illness and 18 died from heat-related causes. Do you have a plan in place to protect your team? Your heat illness prevention plan should...

A fall-related injury is the worst nightmare of many construction workers, not to mention their managers. It’s no wonder the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA)...

Originally founded as a shared workspace provider, WeWork has brought innovative construction management practices to the forefront of public consciousness. The successful company...

There are buildings that can harness the power of the sun, sway along with high winds and shake to the rhythm of earthquakes. Now there are at least a few that can eat smog. Nemesi...