Turning forty is a pivotal point in life for majority of people. It allows us time to reflect on where we came from and (…)
A Sustainable Future for Underground Infrastructure
Heidelberg Materials — By Raquel Farrington
Heidelberg Materials is building a better world for its people, customers, communities, and shareholders from the [under]ground up. With its headquarters in Texas and (…)
Light-Emitting Cement
By David O'Neill
The developments across modern society have resulted in a civilization that is unrecognizable in many ways. Notwithstanding the technological advances, transport infrastructure and housing (…)
Adaptive Reuse
By David O'Neill
The race for net-zero is one that brings up many questions for stakeholders. In the near future, every sector will be grappling with considerations (…)
Zero Energy Homes
By David O'Neill
The concept of a zero energy home is a fast developing one, gaining interest and traction around the world. So, what makes these homes (…)
Concrete Efficiency for Concrete Results
Reimar Forming and Construction — By Manuela Armini
From skilled carpenters to rebar installers and cement finishers, formwork requires the expertise and coordination of many trades. In Ontario, Reimar Forming and Construction (…)
Leading from the Front
Defalco Construction — By Meghan Barton
The New York skyline is an iconic panorama; a symbol of the city’s rich history, diversity, architectural innovation, and resilience. Remarkable for its towering (…)
Lighting the Way
Reliable Relamping — By Aoife Chaney
Dan Schmidt started to think differently about lighting after a relamping job he completed for regional retailer Meijer back in 1997. There were almost (…)
Technology-Led Design: Buildings for the Future
CS Erickson — By Meghan Barton
Companies everywhere strive to keep up with rapidly changing technology, ensuring their teams use the latest systems and software for efficient production, service delivery, (…)
Committed to Quality
Powerhouse Management Group Inc. — By Raquel Farrington
Powerhouse Management Group Inc., a Canadian owned company specializing in the supply and construction of pre-engineered steel buildings, is a company going in the (…)
Building Relationships for a More Sustainable Future
Ecora — By Garreth Owen
With many business leaders increasingly focused on sustainability and responsible practices, companies that prioritize environmental stewardship and local communities stand out for their unique (…)
Growth with a Strategic Outlook
STR Alaska — By Emma Kilcawley Hemani
In business, it can be difficult to excel at everything. Sometimes, spreading yourself thin can result in diminishing returns and companies can be better (…)
Construction in Federal Spaces & Beyond
Pinnacle — By Meghan Barton
In the heart of Cleveland, Ohio, a remarkable construction company is building its reputation as a formidable partner in the federal market space. With (…)
Building a Safer Tomorrow, One Project at a Time
R.J. Zavoral & Sons — By Fiona Sheridan
Construction is the backbone of our society. It is the process of building and maintaining the physical infrastructure that we rely on every day. (…)
A Home Away from Home
IRL Group — By Eric O'Callaghan
When William and Laura Donnellan ventured to Vancouver from the West of Ireland in 2009, they could never have imagined the success that would (…)
The Evolution of Safety
Associated Builders and Contractors of Minnesota & North Dakota — By Eric O'Callaghan
In order to enhance safety protocols for contractors, there needs to be a specific way to measure safety. However, safety is not a tangible (…)
Infrastructure Bill Two Years On – A Progress R...
By David O'Neill
Countless opinion pieces and articles have discussed the state of U.S. infrastructure. From rail and road networks to energy grids, bridges, and telecom systems, (…)
Solar Roadways
By David O'Neill
Countless industries are working towards viable solutions for the ongoing energy crisis. Infrastructure networks are at a tipping point of sorts. Historic systems are (…)
Tech-Built Homes – Technology Serves its Local Community
By David O'Neill
California is currently on track to become the fourth-largest economy in the world. Its scale, quality, and standard of living is the envy of (…)
Building Modular, Tackling Homelessness
By David O'Neill
Across North America, local authorities have grappled with homelessness for decades. Despite numerous interventions, pilot programs, housing initiatives, figures do not seem to decrease (…)
Standing Strong at 70
Hurckman Mechanical Industries — By Eric O'Callaghan
Before you can thrive in business you must simply survive, and the same can be said for life. In the last 70 years there (…)
Constructing Art
COST Inc. — By David O'Neill
The construction industry takes many forms. From infrastructure and residential, commercial to environmental, there is tremendous scope across the industry for all comers. One (…)
A Presence as Strong as Steel Wire Mesh
Numesh Inc. — By Chris Hughes
Concrete is only as strong as the steel wire mesh it has to reinforce it – so contractors can’t play games when choosing the (…)
Collaborating to Craft Joy with Water & Light
Crystal Fountains — By Fiona Sheridan
Water is the most universal element. For many, it evokes calm, tranquility, and cherished memories. As a global leader in the commercial water feature (…)
Where Concrete Remains Vital
Vital Consulting Group — By Chris Hughes
Concrete is the lifeblood of the construction industry. From bridges, to highways, to runways, our national infrastructure relies heavily both on the material, and (…)
A Legacy of Quality and Ethical Behavior
Klinger Constructors — By Manuela Armini
Ethical, committed to quality, and proudly local. These are the three pillars on which Klinger Constructors was founded over 40 years ago. Established in (…)
50 Years of Staying Power
Van Horne Construction Ltd. — By Garreth Owen
Ask any business leader about the greatest challenges they face, and they’ll likely talk about the difficulties staying competitive in a continually shifting global (…)
The Power of an Agile Mindset
Neutral Contracting Group — By Manuela Armini
The concept of agile methodology in project management, manufacturing, and construction may be a familiar one. However, the idea of an agile mindset? Maybe, (…)
Modular Matters: Unlocking the Potential of Offsite B...
Central Precast — By Garreth Owen
In an era where speed, sustainability, and cost-efficiency are considered paramount, modular construction is emerging as a viable way for companies to deliver projects (…)
Teaching through Technology
ABCNM — By Eric O'Callaghan
With skilled labor shortages affecting the construction industry throughout North America and Canada, ABC New Mexico (ABCNM) has placed a huge emphasis on recruiting (…)
ACPPA: The Place Where Pressure Thrives
ACPPA — By Eric O'Callaghan
The American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA) is an association of manufacturers and other interested parties related specifically to the concrete pressure pipe industry. (…)
Improving Inclusion in the Industry
By David O'Neill
In recent years, much has been done in the construction industry to promote more inclusive practices. Workshops, education, and recruitment drives all feed into (…)
Lego City – The Future is Awesome
By David O'Neill
The construction world is an ever-changing entity. It finds itself in the unenviable position of being both a driver and responder to change. Any (…)
SolarEV Cities
By David O'Neill
As discussions and debates continue around the benefits and efficacy of Electric Vehicles, much is placed in the public domain. As with any information, (…)
Depaving
By David O'Neill
Cities around the world are continuing to work on novel and innovative ways of cooling their streets down. Unfortunately, this is something that has (…)
Building Upon Its Hometown
JE Dunn — By Chris Hughes
Construction impacts community. From projects that transform a city’s skyline, to buildings that are woven into daily life, the most successful contractors are the (…)
An Ongoing Dedication to Excellence
CD Barnes Construction — By Christopher Carter
For over 70 years, CD Barnes Construction has served the Grand Rapids area as a leading design-build contractor. The company was founded in 1954 (…)
Navigating the World of Industrial Innovation
CMF Group — By Luke Sheehan
The term Millwrighting may not be known to all, particularly those outside of North America. It is, however, a link to the development and (…)
Making the Cut with the Next Generation of Robotics
Prodevco Robotic Solutions Inc. — By Garreth Owen
With the rise of artificial intelligence in recent years, automation has been a constant topic of discussion among business leaders, particularly in the construction (…)
Knowing the Ropes: The Sky’s the Limit for Global Rop...
Global Rope Access — By Christopher Carter
For 15 years, Global Rope Access has been reaching new heights as a leading rope access and rigging solutions provider in North America. The (…)
Growth Through Trust
Corvus Construction — By Chris Hughes
Reputation is everything in construction—especially when you’re in the commercial space. Contractors in this market must often deliver on a massive scale while managing (…)
45 Years of Trust and Quality
Moran Iron Works — By Eric O'Callaghan
Moran Iron Works (MIW) is a HUBZone-certified Small Business Concern that was founded in 1978 by Thomas Moran. Now celebrating its 45th year in (…)
Fusing Historic Pasts with an Aspirational Future
Fusioncorp — By Chris Hughes
The construction industry is woven into everything. More than just the roof over our heads, a building teaches us about our history, reflects the (…)
Fond Farewells & Fresh Faces as The Builders Cha...
The Builders — By Georgie Downes
Let’s begin with the basics. The Builders, a chapter of the AGC of America, represents more than 600 firms and their respective employees who (…)
Buy Clean – Is it Enough?
By David O'Neill
There is no greater challenge facing the global community than reaching and maintaining Net-Zero. This task is one that has been heralded and promised (…)