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Ted R. Gropman Cindy J. Lee On April 17, the California Court of Appeal decided Crosno Construction, Inc. Travelers Casualty & Surety Company of America,1 effectively narrowing the scope of enforceable “pay-when-paid” provisions in construction subcontracts to the extent the subcontractor seeks recovery against a general contractor’s payment bond surety. MORE
Jamey B. Collidge On April 20, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf amended his March 19, 2020 Order Regarding the Closure of All Businesses That Are Not Life Sustaining. Under the previous order, construction was permitted to continue only if the business qualified as “life-sustaining” and was performing emergency repairs or if the business obtained a waiver. … Continue reading Pennsylvania Governor Paves Way to Reopen Construction on May 1. Covid-19 Governor Tom Wolf Health Secretary Rachel Levin MORE
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler Days after the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a global pandemic, governments from around the world scrambled to enact measures aimed at mitigating the spread of the virus. MORE
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to upend carefully choreographed arbitration schedules, parties, counsel and arbitrators have expressed interest in the use of video-conferencing technology to manage remote arbitration hearings. MORE
Robert A. Gallagher James Diwik Troutman Sanders Jamey B. Collidge Much has been written about whether and how COVID-19 qualifies as a force majeure event, and some additional information can be found here. But typical force majeure provisions entitle contractors to only schedule relief. While force majeure clauses may limit exposure to liquidated or consequential … Continue reading COVID-19 and the Construction Industry: Looking Beyond Force Majeure to Recover Time and Costs for Delay. MORE
P.A.L. Environmental Safety Corp. North American Dismantling Corp. Et Al., 19-11630, 2020 BL 198779 (E.D. May 28, 2020) Anthony V. Finizio A Michigan federal court partially granted Consumers Energy Company’s (“CEC”) motion to dismiss P.A.L. MORE
Jamey B. Collidge COVID-19 has created a severe disruption to the construction industry. Certain jurisdictions, including Boston, San Francisco and Pennsylvania, have placed restrictions on construction projects deemed “nonessential” and require waivers for certain projects to continue. Owners, contractors, suppliers and others may currently have more questions than answers. MORE
This blog utilizes research and data from a range of professional safety journals (i.e., Professional Safety) and research reports, and blends it with economic realities and common company leadership expectations. MORE
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler With the signing of the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation in August 2019, there has been a newfound focus on how parties can improve and expand the use of alternative forms of dispute resolution outside conventional litigation and arbitration proceedings. Pepper Hamilton attorneys Albert … Continue reading Dispute Boards: A Different Approach to Dispute Resolution. MORE
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Ted R. Gropman Christine Z. Fan This article was originally published on December 3, 2019 on ConsensusDocs. It is reprinted here with permission. Construction contracts often include a “no damage for delay” clause that denies a contractor the right to recover delay-related costs and limits the contractor’s remedy to an extension of time for noncontractor-caused … Continue reading Does a No-Damage-for-Delay Clause Also Preclude Acceleration Damages? MORE
Luke Nicholas Eaton This article was originally published in the April 2020 issue of ConsensusDocs Construction Law. It is republished here with permission. State and local governments throughout the country continue to issue orders in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Many states have ordered the shutdown of all businesses, with various exceptions such … Continue reading Continuous Cessation of Labor on Construction Projects Can Trigger Statutory Remedy Deadlines. MORE
40 On August 6 , President Trump issued an executive order banning WeChat, a Chinese app developed by parent company Tencent Holdings Ltd. that combines the capabilities of other social media, ride sharing, and payment apps. The ban could potentially affect all forms of businesses, including global construction, manufacturers, and equipment suppliers performing business in China and the U.S. MORE
Zachary Torres-Fowler and Cindy J. Lee were published in the American Bar Association’s Forum on Construction Law (Summer 2020) with their article, “ What the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Means for International Construction Disputes.”. Construction Dispute international arbitratio MORE
Nolt, Inc. The Philadelphia Municipal Authority, 2020 BL 199761 (E.D. May 28, 2020) Stephen W. Kiefer The Philadelphia Municipal Authority (the “Authority”) contracted D.A. Nolt, Inc. Nolt”) to renovate a building that would serve as the City’s new police headquarters. MORE
This article was published in Law360 on December 4, 2019. Copyright 2019, Portfolio Media, Inc., publisher of Law360. It is republished here with permission. Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler On Nov. 21, the Queen Mary University of London School of International Arbitration, in partnership with the U.K.-based based law firm Pinsent Masons LLP, released … Continue reading New International Arbitration Study Offers Construction Dispute Insight. MORE
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There are many different types of sealants and coatings used in building construction. When applying sealants and coatings to any surface, you need to make sure that you’re following the standard safety guidelines. MORE
Albert Bates, Jr. and Danielle J. Volpe were published in Mealey’s International Arbitration Report with their article, “ Zooming Ahead: Challenges and Considerations for Virtual International Arbitration Proceedings in the Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic.”. Danielle Volpe is a former associate of Troutman Pepper who recently became the General Counsel of Posillico Construction. Arbitration Construction Dispute international arbitration COVID-19 MORE
40 Published in Dispute Resolution Journal (June 2020, Vol. 74, No. 3), the flagship publication of the American Arbitration Association. 2020, American Arbitration Association. It is reprinted here with permission. EXCERPT: “There is a deceptive simplicity about the way in which arbitral proceedings are conducted… In fact, the appearance conceals the reality.” ” Introduction. Arbitration is simple. MORE
This article was originally published in Government Construction (Volume 5, Issue 2 – Summer 2020), an ABA Division 13 Quarterly Newsletter. It is republished here with permission. The United States Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (the “Board”) recently issued a decision that may be particularly pertinent in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. In Pernix Serka Joint Venture v. MORE
No matter the size, any agricultural property, mining operation, or construction project needs heavy equipment. Of course, heavy equipment’s diversity in terms of applications and size can be of great help. MORE
Homebuilding is done by building a single structure, usually referred to as a “home” for a family. MORE
On August 5, 2020, Governor Brian Kemp signed Georgia Senate Bill 315 into law. This new law, which is codified at Title 44, Chapter 14, Section 366 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, substantially changes the way Georgia interprets statutory interim and final lien waivers. Change in Law. MORE
In the July 2020 edition of Mealey’s International Arbitration Report , Albert Bates Jr., MORE
United States Army Corps of Engineers v. John C. Grimberg Co., Inc., 2019-1608, 2020 BL 215269 (Fed. June 9, 2020) Kristopher Berr The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed a decision by the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (“Board”), which had found in favor of a contractor on a Type … Continue reading Federal Court Holds the Reasonableness of the Government’s Interpretation of Geotechnical Data is Irrelevant to Differing Site Condition Claim. MORE
On June 8, 2020, Level 10 Construction, LP (“Level 10”), a construction company hired by Sea World San Diego (“Sea World”), filed a Complaint in California federal court alleging that Sea World is withholding over $3.2 million dollars in payments from Level 10. In the Complaint, Level 10 alleged that Sea World has declined to issue payments until the Sea World park reopens. Sea World has remained closed since March 2020 due to COVID-19. MORE
The proper storage of goods is crucial for any business because it offers ample production support and provides opportunities for expansion. MORE
Albert Bates and R. Zachary Torres-Fowler were published in gar insight with their article, “ GAR Know How Construction Arbitration.”. Arbitration Construction Dispute international arbitration MORE
52 A welding helmet is arguably the most integral piece of protective equipment a welder must use. Aside from physically covering your face from sparks, a welding helmet also protects your vision from dangerous infrared and ultraviolet rays , which are emitted when welding. MORE
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How International Arbitration Practices Can Improve Domestic Construction Arbitration Published in Dispute Resolution Journal (June 2020, Vol. 74, No. 3), the flagship publication of the American Arbitration Association. 2020, American Arbitration Association. It is reprinted here with permission. Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler EXCERPT: “There is a deceptive simplicity about the way in … Continue reading Internationalizing Domestic Arbitration. MORE
Wolf’s businesses closure orders and the business waiver process recently came under fire from the Western District of Pennsylvania Federal Court and the Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale. Wolf’s prior orders forced nearly all activities of the construction industry to cease in-person operations. Pennsylvania Federal District Court Finds Gov. Wolf’s Orders Unconstitutional. On September 14, Western District of Pennsylvania Judge William Stickman IV held that Gov. MORE
As published in Dispute Resolution Magazine, volume 26, issue 3, September 2020. Imagine a complicated engineering and construction project that has lasted years and has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars. During the project, the contractor submitted dozens of claims for additional time and money – all of which the project’s owner has rejected. MORE
Gables Construction, Inc. Red Coats, Inc., 23, 2020 BL 193791, 2020 MD LEXIS 264 (Md. May 26, 2020) Jane Fox Lehman Upper Rock II, LLC (“Upper Rock”) contracted Gables Construction, Inc. (“GCI”) GCI”) to construct a multi-building apartment complex in Rockville, Maryland (the “Project”) per the terms of the American Institute of Architects (“AIA”) … Continue reading Maryland Court Holds No Right of Contribution Where A Waiver of Subrogation Precludes Common Legal Responsibility. MORE
When is it going to return to “normal”? We all have been asking that question. Well, for the construction industry, it may never return to “normal.” COVID-19 may have permanently changed the landscape of the construction industry in many ways. MORE
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler Jeremy Heep The U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision on June 1 in GE Energy Power Conversion France SAS, Corp. Outokumpu Stainless USA, LLC, holding that, in some circumstances, even nonsignatories to an agreement may invoke international arbitration. The Court ruled that the U.N. Convention on the … Continue reading Supreme Court Interprets New York Convention to Allow Arbitration Agreement Nonsignatories to Invoke International Arbitration. MORE
Plains Res. Council v. United States Army Corps of Eng’rs, No. 4:19-cv-00044-BMM, 2020 BL 35412 (9th Cir. May 14, 2020) By: Alexander P. Downs*, Law Clerk, Pepper Hamilton LLP Oil and gas pipeline construction may no longer proceed under Nationwide Water Permit 12 (“NWP 12”). The Ninth Circuit, by way of a two-judge panel, … Continue reading Ninth Circuit Orders Enjoinment of Oil and Gas Line Construction Proceeding Under Nationwide Water Permit 12. MORE
On September 14, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit addressed the perennially thorny issue of whether the courts or arbitrators retain the authority to resolve questions involving the enforceability of arbitration agreements. In MZM Construction Company, Inc. MORE
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AUGUST 10, 2020
On August 5, 2020, Governor Brian Kemp signed Georgia Senate Bill 315 into law. This new law, which is codified at Title 44, Chapter 14, Section 366 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, substantially changes the way Georgia interprets statutory interim and final lien waivers. Change in Law.
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NOVEMBER 24, 2020
As published in Dispute Resolution Magazine, volume 26, issue 3, September 2020. Imagine a complicated engineering and construction project that has lasted years and has already cost hundreds of millions of dollars. During the project, the contractor submitted dozens of claims for additional time and money – all of which the project’s owner has rejected.
Constructlaw
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
On September 14, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit addressed the perennially thorny issue of whether the courts or arbitrators retain the authority to resolve questions involving the enforceability of arbitration agreements. In MZM Construction Company, Inc.
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SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
When is it going to return to “normal”? We all have been asking that question. Well, for the construction industry, it may never return to “normal.” COVID-19 may have permanently changed the landscape of the construction industry in many ways.
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AUGUST 27, 2020
Albert Bates and R. Zachary Torres-Fowler were published in gar insight with their article, “ GAR Know How Construction Arbitration.”. Arbitration Construction Dispute international arbitration
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JULY 31, 2020
In the July 2020 edition of Mealey’s International Arbitration Report , Albert Bates Jr.,
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OCTOBER 23, 2020
Wolf’s businesses closure orders and the business waiver process recently came under fire from the Western District of Pennsylvania Federal Court and the Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale. Wolf’s prior orders forced nearly all activities of the construction industry to cease in-person operations. Pennsylvania Federal District Court Finds Gov. Wolf’s Orders Unconstitutional. On September 14, Western District of Pennsylvania Judge William Stickman IV held that Gov.
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APRIL 6, 2020
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to upend carefully choreographed arbitration schedules, parties, counsel and arbitrators have expressed interest in the use of video-conferencing technology to manage remote arbitration hearings.
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AUGUST 26, 2020
Albert Bates, Jr. and Danielle J. Volpe were published in Mealey’s International Arbitration Report with their article, “ Zooming Ahead: Challenges and Considerations for Virtual International Arbitration Proceedings in the Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic.”. Danielle Volpe is a former associate of Troutman Pepper who recently became the General Counsel of Posillico Construction. Arbitration Construction Dispute international arbitration COVID-19
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The construction environment changed more in 2020 than any prior year—whether the parties were faced with government shutdowns, new health and safety restrictions, or overall financial strains. Yet, many projects remained on target and successfully reached the finish line this year. The rights and responsibilities of parties involved in a construction project are mainly dependent upon the contract or agreement between them, and there is no better time than to review your contractual obligations to identify risk pitfalls and ensure success. Join construction law attorney and national blogger Matthew DeVries as he discusses the top tensions on a construction project and how to avoid disputes.
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JULY 8, 2020
On June 8, 2020, Level 10 Construction, LP (“Level 10”), a construction company hired by Sea World San Diego (“Sea World”), filed a Complaint in California federal court alleging that Sea World is withholding over $3.2 million dollars in payments from Level 10. In the Complaint, Level 10 alleged that Sea World has declined to issue payments until the Sea World park reopens. Sea World has remained closed since March 2020 due to COVID-19.
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JULY 6, 2020
This article was originally published in Government Construction (Volume 5, Issue 2 – Summer 2020), an ABA Division 13 Quarterly Newsletter. It is republished here with permission. The United States Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (the “Board”) recently issued a decision that may be particularly pertinent in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. In Pernix Serka Joint Venture v.
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JUNE 25, 2020
Published in Dispute Resolution Journal (June 2020, Vol. 74, No. 3), the flagship publication of the American Arbitration Association. 2020, American Arbitration Association. It is reprinted here with permission. EXCERPT: “There is a deceptive simplicity about the way in which arbitral proceedings are conducted… In fact, the appearance conceals the reality.” ” Introduction. Arbitration is simple.
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JUNE 25, 2020
How International Arbitration Practices Can Improve Domestic Construction Arbitration Published in Dispute Resolution Journal (June 2020, Vol. 74, No. 3), the flagship publication of the American Arbitration Association. 2020, American Arbitration Association. It is reprinted here with permission. Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler EXCERPT: “There is a deceptive simplicity about the way in … Continue reading Internationalizing Domestic Arbitration.
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JUNE 23, 2020
United States Army Corps of Engineers v. John C. Grimberg Co., Inc., 2019-1608, 2020 BL 215269 (Fed. June 9, 2020) Kristopher Berr The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed a decision by the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (“Board”), which had found in favor of a contractor on a Type … Continue reading Federal Court Holds the Reasonableness of the Government’s Interpretation of Geotechnical Data is Irrelevant to Differing Site Condition Claim.
Constructlaw
JUNE 22, 2020
P.A.L. Environmental Safety Corp. North American Dismantling Corp. Et Al., 19-11630, 2020 BL 198779 (E.D. May 28, 2020) Anthony V. Finizio A Michigan federal court partially granted Consumers Energy Company’s (“CEC”) motion to dismiss P.A.L.
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APRIL 9, 2020
Robert A. Gallagher James Diwik Troutman Sanders Jamey B. Collidge Much has been written about whether and how COVID-19 qualifies as a force majeure event, and some additional information can be found here. But typical force majeure provisions entitle contractors to only schedule relief. While force majeure clauses may limit exposure to liquidated or consequential … Continue reading COVID-19 and the Construction Industry: Looking Beyond Force Majeure to Recover Time and Costs for Delay.
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JUNE 11, 2020
Gables Construction, Inc. Red Coats, Inc., 23, 2020 BL 193791, 2020 MD LEXIS 264 (Md. May 26, 2020) Jane Fox Lehman Upper Rock II, LLC (“Upper Rock”) contracted Gables Construction, Inc. (“GCI”) GCI”) to construct a multi-building apartment complex in Rockville, Maryland (the “Project”) per the terms of the American Institute of Architects (“AIA”) … Continue reading Maryland Court Holds No Right of Contribution Where A Waiver of Subrogation Precludes Common Legal Responsibility.
Constructlaw
JUNE 8, 2020
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler Jeremy Heep The U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision on June 1 in GE Energy Power Conversion France SAS, Corp. Outokumpu Stainless USA, LLC, holding that, in some circumstances, even nonsignatories to an agreement may invoke international arbitration. The Court ruled that the U.N. Convention on the … Continue reading Supreme Court Interprets New York Convention to Allow Arbitration Agreement Nonsignatories to Invoke International Arbitration.
Constructlaw
JUNE 3, 2020
Nolt, Inc. The Philadelphia Municipal Authority, 2020 BL 199761 (E.D. May 28, 2020) Stephen W. Kiefer The Philadelphia Municipal Authority (the “Authority”) contracted D.A. Nolt, Inc. Nolt”) to renovate a building that would serve as the City’s new police headquarters.
Constructlaw
JUNE 1, 2020
Plains Res. Council v. United States Army Corps of Eng’rs, No. 4:19-cv-00044-BMM, 2020 BL 35412 (9th Cir. May 14, 2020) By: Alexander P. Downs*, Law Clerk, Pepper Hamilton LLP Oil and gas pipeline construction may no longer proceed under Nationwide Water Permit 12 (“NWP 12”). The Ninth Circuit, by way of a two-judge panel, … Continue reading Ninth Circuit Orders Enjoinment of Oil and Gas Line Construction Proceeding Under Nationwide Water Permit 12.
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MAY 12, 2020
Ted R. Gropman Cindy J. Lee On April 17, the California Court of Appeal decided Crosno Construction, Inc. Travelers Casualty & Surety Company of America,1 effectively narrowing the scope of enforceable “pay-when-paid” provisions in construction subcontracts to the extent the subcontractor seeks recovery against a general contractor’s payment bond surety.
Constructlaw
MAY 1, 2020
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler Days after the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a global pandemic, governments from around the world scrambled to enact measures aimed at mitigating the spread of the virus.
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APRIL 24, 2020
Jamey B. Collidge On April 20, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf amended his March 19, 2020 Order Regarding the Closure of All Businesses That Are Not Life Sustaining. Under the previous order, construction was permitted to continue only if the business qualified as “life-sustaining” and was performing emergency repairs or if the business obtained a waiver. … Continue reading Pennsylvania Governor Paves Way to Reopen Construction on May 1. Covid-19 Governor Tom Wolf Health Secretary Rachel Levin
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APRIL 2, 2020
Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler With the signing of the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation in August 2019, there has been a newfound focus on how parties can improve and expand the use of alternative forms of dispute resolution outside conventional litigation and arbitration proceedings. Pepper Hamilton attorneys Albert … Continue reading Dispute Boards: A Different Approach to Dispute Resolution.
Constructlaw
MARCH 27, 2020
Jamey B. Collidge COVID-19 has created a severe disruption to the construction industry. Certain jurisdictions, including Boston, San Francisco and Pennsylvania, have placed restrictions on construction projects deemed “nonessential” and require waivers for certain projects to continue. Owners, contractors, suppliers and others may currently have more questions than answers.
Constructlaw
MARCH 24, 2020
Luke Nicholas Eaton This article was originally published in the April 2020 issue of ConsensusDocs Construction Law. It is republished here with permission. State and local governments throughout the country continue to issue orders in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Many states have ordered the shutdown of all businesses, with various exceptions such … Continue reading Continuous Cessation of Labor on Construction Projects Can Trigger Statutory Remedy Deadlines.
Constructlaw
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Ted R. Gropman Christine Z. Fan This article was originally published on December 3, 2019 on ConsensusDocs. It is reprinted here with permission. Construction contracts often include a “no damage for delay” clause that denies a contractor the right to recover delay-related costs and limits the contractor’s remedy to an extension of time for noncontractor-caused … Continue reading Does a No-Damage-for-Delay Clause Also Preclude Acceleration Damages?
Constructlaw
DECEMBER 6, 2019
This article was published in Law360 on December 4, 2019. Copyright 2019, Portfolio Media, Inc., publisher of Law360. It is republished here with permission. Albert Bates Jr. Zachary Torres-Fowler On Nov. 21, the Queen Mary University of London School of International Arbitration, in partnership with the U.K.-based based law firm Pinsent Masons LLP, released … Continue reading New International Arbitration Study Offers Construction Dispute Insight.
Constructlaw
OCTOBER 21, 2020
On August 6 , President Trump issued an executive order banning WeChat, a Chinese app developed by parent company Tencent Holdings Ltd. that combines the capabilities of other social media, ride sharing, and payment apps. The ban could potentially affect all forms of businesses, including global construction, manufacturers, and equipment suppliers performing business in China and the U.S.
Construction Marketing
NOVEMBER 13, 2020
There are many different types of sealants and coatings used in building construction. When applying sealants and coatings to any surface, you need to make sure that you’re following the standard safety guidelines.
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NOVEMBER 9, 2020
Homebuilding is done by building a single structure, usually referred to as a “home” for a family.
Construction Marketing
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
No matter the size, any agricultural property, mining operation, or construction project needs heavy equipment. Of course, heavy equipment’s diversity in terms of applications and size can be of great help.
Construction Marketing
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
A welding helmet is arguably the most integral piece of protective equipment a welder must use. Aside from physically covering your face from sparks, a welding helmet also protects your vision from dangerous infrared and ultraviolet rays , which are emitted when welding.
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OCTOBER 28, 2020
The proper storage of goods is crucial for any business because it offers ample production support and provides opportunities for expansion.
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SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
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NOVEMBER 16, 2020
This blog utilizes research and data from a range of professional safety journals (i.e., Professional Safety) and research reports, and blends it with economic realities and common company leadership expectations.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
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