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August 2016 Newsletter – Big changes may be needed to meet new OSHA silica rules

FDR Safety

6 key steps for meeting new OSHA silica standards. 6 key steps for meeting new OSHA silica standards. Many employers may not yet fully appreciate the impact of the new OSHA silica standards, but it is important they do because most will have to make significant changes to their operations to comply. Join Our Mailing List.

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Editorial: Open Vaccine Mandate Rulemaking to More Voices

ENR Construction

OSHA should model industry engagement on effort to craft the 2017 silica dust rule to design vaccine mandate that is enforceable—and realistic.

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Construction Blog Highlights

Construction Dive

This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: Design-Build efficacyFuturistic building technologies around the cornerImproving construction safety against top four OSHA accident categories3D models for construction projectsCommercial construction contractors - 3 tips to building a successful businessConsiderations for procurement and (..)

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3D Printing in Construction: Growth, Benefits, and Challenges

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Some other popular additive technologies include selective laser sintering (SLS), fused deposition modeling (FDM) and direct metal deposition (DMD). Prior to the adoption of building information modeling (BIM) , 3D printing was even used by architectural firms to build scale models. Design freedom. Reduce human error.

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Commercial Construction Operations: Pulling Back the Curtain on Behind-the-Scenes Roles

HardHatChat

On the other hand, a pre-construction services team takes a more conceptual approach to budgeting and often gets involved on a design-assist basis. This group looks at initial project documents and does some internal budgeting and cost estimating based on construction pricing models and historical data.

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Autodesk Construction Champions 2023: 25 People Powering the Future of Construction 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

From design and VDC professionals to business and project managers, these construction leaders aren't just building structures and facilities—they're shaping our world. His leadership helped Messer adopt and roll out Autodesk products, fundamentally enhancing their business model.

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Are Timberland Boots Good for Construction?

Work Gearz

This is where technology can take a leading role in the creation of both materials and designs that contribute to the creation of slip-resistant outer soles. Many of these features are designed to withstand the most hazardous work conditions. The PROS work boot series features outsoles produced in thick rubber to meet OSHA standards.