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AEM, MSHA issue ‘distracted driving’ safety alert for off-road drivers
“Turn off your cell phone while operating off-road equipment” is the key message from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers and the Mine Safety and Health Administration in a new jointly developed safety alert that emphasizes the hazards of distracted driving while on the worksite.
Concrete 2029 continues developing roadmap and vision for the future
Spearheaded by the American Society of Concrete Contractors and facilitated by the ACI Foundation’s Strategic Development Council, Concrete 2029 was recently launched as a strategic initiative to develop a vision and roadmap for the future of the concrete construction industry.
Chinese translation of ACI 318-14 created through team effort
ACI recently released a new Traditional Chinese translation of ACI 318-14, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary — ACI 318C-14 (Chinese).”
U.S. transitioning to diesel trucks
More than 40 percent of all medium and heavy-duty diesel commercial trucks in operation in the United States — 4 million of 9.5 million diesel trucks — are now equipped with newer technology clean diesel engines, according to new Diesel Technology Forum analysis of IHS Automotive vehicles in operation statistics.
Three building products companies star on ‘Home Free’ with Tim Tebow
Quikrete, Pavestone and Custom Building Products returned as partners on the premier of “Home Free” on Fox, Thursday, June 16. Former NFL player, Heisman Trophy winner and sports analyst Tim Tebow co-hosts the series with famed professional contractor Mike Holmes for the second season.
NCMA plans 2018 ICON Expo equipment show in Indianapolis
The National Concrete Masonry Association will launch an International Concrete Exposition (ICON Expo) machinery and equipment show in February 2018.
Most Americans unhappy with construction firms’ phone manner
Only 21 percent of American consumers are satisfied with the way construction businesses handle their phone calls, new research has revealed.
Fishstone Studio adds new distributor
Lifestyle Concrete Solutions near Sydney, Australia, has been chosen the exclusive distributor for Fishstone Studio Inc.
Protect eyes and skin from sun’s damaging rays while driving
A new study recently published in JAMA Ophthalmology and attributed to Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler proves the need for aftermarket sun protection, such as professionally installed window film, in automotive side-windows.