Construction Equipment

MAY 14, 2020

United Piping (UPI), based in Duluth, Minnesota, finished 2019 with a record of 2.5 The company is a pipeline contractor that works in pipeline maintenance and construction, fabrication, horizontal directional drilling, hydrostatic testing, and… million hours worked without a lost-time injury.

Minnesota 111

Minnesota Safety Fabrication Injury 111

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 13, 2023

Thousands of pounds worth of copper piping and stainless steel were stolen from Midlands contractor Sandycroft’s building site in West Brighford. Nottingham police are on the hunt for a gang of metal thieves that struck at a five-storey luxury care home project in the city.

Roads 80

Roads Site Office US 80

ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Judges reject halt to Enbridge oil pipe replacement while suits to stop the Canada-supported project are weighed; state confirms still ongoing probe of contractor worker death in yard collision

Minnesota 72

Minnesota US Contractors 72

Construction Equipment

JULY 17, 2020

Contractors have completed jacking a three mile gas pipeline under the UK’s River Humber, setting a new world record. The pipeline consists of eight separate pipe strings, which are inserted with a mechanical thruster. As part of the process the individual strings are then welded together, tested,…

Contractors 64

Contractors 64

Construction Enquirer

MAY 17, 2023

HS2 is planning a meet the main contractor bidders day ahead of the next tranche of subcontract work tenders to progress civil engineering works and station fit-outs. The ‘Meet the Contractor’ event is designed to help businesses understand how to get ‘HS2-ready’ so they are in the best possible position to bid for upcoming work.

Subcontracting 98

Subcontracting Roads Maine Innovation 98

Construction Equipment

JANUARY 20, 2020

Rhobina, based in Batesville, Mississippi, is a commercial and plumbing contractor. The worker had been installing sewer pipe… The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has fined Rhobina Electric $37,318 after a trench collapsed and killed a worker at a Taylor, Mississippi, job site.

Electrical 64

Electrical Accidents Mississippi Sewer 64

Chianelli Estimating

MARCH 21, 2022

PEX Piping. Traditional pipes are not energy efficient and allow a lot of heat to escape. The use of PEX pipes for water systems has been common in Europe for a generation as an eco-friendly building material. They can be used for retrofitting plumbing systems or as an easy way to replace old, corroding metal pipes.

Materials 60

Materials Green Life Cycle Residential 60

Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Monday, the Martin County Sheriff's office in Florida received a call from a contractor asking for help to get a five-foot alligator out of a large underground water pipe. Florida Fish and Wildlife took over the job and sent a local trapper to the jobsite where the gator had attempted to hide in the pipe.

Sewer 63

Sewer Florida Office Contractors 63

Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2014

Let’s take a look back at some of the funkiest ads from one of the most super fly decades in contractor and U.S. Contractor Marketplace Media Galleries Piping Plumbing'

Contractors 81

Contractors 81

Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2019

Phoenix-area contractor's contribution to PIPE Industries showcases commitment to training and development.

Phoenix 57

Phoenix Contractors Industrial 57

Pro Builder

APRIL 4, 2022

Most of the materials and commodities the construction industry depends upon are seeing double-digit year-over-year cost increases, with steel and diesel seeing some of the largest gains, at nearly 75% and nearly 58%, respectively, according to the Associated General Contractors of America's analysis of February Producer Price Index data.

Materials 105

Materials Transportation America Sustainability 105

BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In a multifamily building, items like a refrigerator or the amount of hot water piping that service the bathroom add up quickly. For example, 10 feet of hot water piping per unit in a 500-unit building results in 5,000 feet of hot water piping in the building. Our team runs models like THERM.

Housing 95

Housing Design Massachusetts Certification 95

BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2017

needed to undergo an ambitious demolition and replacement of its Unit-4 fuel pipe. Coal dust, which is the consistency of talcum powder, is blown through the fuel pipe from the pulverizer for ignition. Bowen, a coal-fired power station owned by Georgia Power in Euharlee, Ga.,

Georgia 51

Georgia Fabrication Engineering Contractors 51

ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Judges reject halt to Enbridge oil pipe replacement while suits to stop the Canada-supported project are weighed; state confirms still ongoing probe of contractor worker death in yard collision

Minnesota 36

Minnesota US Contractors 36

Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Multiple contractors consider the outcome to be a victory of massive proportions for themselves and small businesses. Contractor Marketplace Management Piping Plumbing' Some new hope exists for many in the wake of the 2014 mid-term elections.

Contractors 69

Contractors Management 69

Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2014

Piping Contractor Piping' Young Inglewood Vineyards is a two-generation, ultra-premium winegrowing estate located in Napa Valley, just southwest of St. Helena, Calif.

Green 49

Green Contractors 49

Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

This $6 million retrofit involving miles of PHVAC pipe had to be completed during summer break, but an experienced construction team met the tight deadline thanks to cutting-edge technologies. PIPCO won the mechanical contracting bid on the job for installation of the heat pump loop water piping in the building’s existing vertical chases.

Illinois 54

Illinois Bidding America Contractors 54

Construction Marketing

MARCH 14, 2022

This type of cabinet is ideal for individuals who love to DIY or contractors who want high-quality, affordable products. On the other hand, more complex jobs will necessitate the assistance of plumbers with sufficient experience in the field for the job that involves replacing or removing pipes, for example. Hire Professionals.

Renovating 270

Renovating Remodeling Plans Guidelines 270

ENR Construction

MARCH 16, 2020

Contractor hires follow state court's green light despite governor's opposition; sector analyst warns of oil-price drop impact on planned natural gas pipe construction.

Michigan 36

Michigan Green Plans Contractors 36

Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 16, 2018

The Department of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Insight Pipe Contracting for workplace safety and health violations following a fatal employee electrocution at a worksite in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The contractor faces $331,101 in penalties. The employees were…

OSHA 48

OSHA Safety Contractors Pennsylvania 48

BD+C

JUNE 7, 2013

Looking to create a unique atmosphere using natural materials for the Prahran Hotel pub near Melbourne, local architect Techné Architects cleverly incorporated a series of concrete drain pipes into the building''s main façade. Body Image: read more.

Concrete 101

Concrete Retail Renovating Maine 101

Contractor Magazine

APRIL 4, 2014

What you find behind the walls is pretty impressive too — a plumbing system from Charlotte Pipe & Foundry Co. Plumbing Contractor Management Piping' Visitors to BB&T Ballpark, the new home of the Charlotte Knights, will enjoy great baseball and outstanding skyline views of the city.

Charlotte 56

Charlotte Contractors Management 56

Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 16, 2018

percent increase in construction material costs over the past year, according to an analysis by The Associated General Contractors. Diesel fuel, steel pipe and tube, asphalt paving mixtures, and aluminum products were… Double-digits increases in diesel fuel and asphalt contributed to an overall 7.4-percent

Materials 48

Materials Construction Products Contractors 48

Lets Build

JUNE 2, 2017

Polypropylene Plumbing Pipes: Many PVC pipes that are used for plumbing can cause hazards like leaching vinyl chloride into the water you drink and these pipes are not easy to dispose of and can excel toxic gasses. Even the water pipes can be covered with insulation, making sure that your hot water stays warm for longer.

Sustainability 159

Sustainability Housing Green Materials 159

Contractor Magazine

JUNE 27, 2017

This week the spotlight is on software and mobile apps: updated BIM libraries in Autodesk Revit; a water heater selection app; an integration hub for contractor management software; a digital catalog app for HVAC products; CAD software for DWV and water distribution piping; and an app to calculate water usage for LEED points.

Software 62

Software Software Products CAD 62

Contractor Magazine

MARCH 4, 2014

of PP-R pipe for water distribution system. Commercial Plumbing Piping Contractor Registered User' MacDonald Miller installs 35,000-ft. The $200 million real estate project began construction in late 2011 and was completed in spring 2013.

Certification 56

Certification Commercial Contractors Construction 56

Contractor Magazine

APRIL 27, 2016

BP Group’s PIPES system is recognized by The Mechanical Contractors Association of America. The BP Group's PIPES system, standing for process, information, portal, enabling, and success, is recognized by The Mechanical Contractors Association of America. read more.

Innovation 40

Innovation America Management Contractors 40

Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2014

A handful of the most recent issues in the industry, affecting all contractors, are education and training, residential fire sprinklers, green building, and lead free piping. Best Practices Plumbing Contractor' However, the one topic that intrigues me going forward is recruiting. Sustainably Speaking.

Education 88

Education Residential Green Sustainability 88

Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 31, 2014

On January 1, 1954, almost exactly 61 years ago, the first Contractor Magazine was released. Ever since, we’ve strived to cover all the news fit to print about the plumbing, piping and contractor industry. Contractor Marketplace Plumbing'

Contractors 69

Contractors News Industrial 69

Contractor Magazine

JULY 26, 2013

Plumbers, HVAC technicians and contractors working out in the field now have a new app that makes it easier and quicker to obtain information about copper tube, piping and fitting as well as different joining methods and applications. Smartphones Piping'

Contractors 68

Contractors Industrial 68

BD+C

APRIL 17, 2018

After consideration and research, Viega approved the uses requested, and the contractor was able to finish the job utilizing Viega ProPress ® for copper and stainless steel cleaned and capped piping.

Wyoming 53

Wyoming Contractors 53

Contractor Magazine

MAY 14, 2018

They are a full-service mechanical and industrial piping contractor working in a 60- to 80-mile radius from its company headquarters, serving customers in southern Michigan. ADRIAN, MI – Adrian Mechanical has been in business since 1988. About 70 per

Michigan 40

Michigan Products Contractors Industrial 40

Contractor Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2014

Heating Hydronics Systems Plumbing Contractor Piping Contractor Registered User' NEW YORK — With more than 1,800 exhibitors at AHR Expo in New York City last week, there were many innovative and efficient products and technologies to see at the show.

Innovation 53

Innovation New York City Products New York 53

HardHatChat

OCTOBER 21, 2015

While I’m far from eager to start thinking about when snow-mageddon will hit, the change of seasons is a great time to talk about how your national commercial contractor can help make sure your facility is ready for winter. Here in Chicago, the arrival of October means the season’s first snowfall and blast of cold weather could come any day.

Commercial 120

Commercial Management Inspections Schedule 120

Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2014

Louis, was recently honored by the Mechanical Contractors Association of Eastern Missouri (MCA) with two Outstanding Mechanical Installation Awards for work on projects for the Metropolitan St. Plumbing Contractor Piping' Haberberger, Inc., a full-service mechanical contracting firm located in St.

St. Louis 49

St. Louis Missouri Sewer Contractors 49

Contractor Magazine

MAY 12, 2014

After a moderating trend — but not a decline — this year, large contractors can expect a better 2015, followed by continuous growth through 2018. Viega LLC is the sponsor of this year''s annual CONTRACTOR Book of Giants. Plumbing Contractor Management Piping Plumbing'

Contractors 49

Contractors Management 49

BD+C

JULY 10, 2014

BioSkin , a system of water-filled ceramic pipes that cools the exterior surface of buildings and their surrounding micro-climates, has won the 2014 Tall Building Innovation Award from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH). Body Image: read more.

Innovation 101

Innovation Design Green Sustainability 101