Sat.Jan 15, 2022

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New Cement-Based Composite to Generate Electricity

The Constructor

Cement has been in human use throughout history, and due to its binding nature, it is regarded as the backbone of the construction industry. But what.

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5 Best Safety Glasses For Metal Work

Work Gearz

As a metalworker hobbyist or especially as a pro who makes their living working metals, good protective eyewear is more than necessary, it’s a must whenever metals are involved. But metalworking is a vast activity. You could be mostly grinding, cutting, or welding, or perhaps you do all three. All of these activities require good protective work gear, and no one piece is more important than the protective glasses you wear to safeguard your eyes and vision health.

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2022 ASCE Standards for Tornado-Resistant Buildings

The Constructor

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has launched the first-ever design criteria for tornado-resistant buildings in their revised code.

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What Does the Color of Scrubs Mean? 

Work Gearz

As we all know that scrubs are an important part of hospitals as they are used by doctors and nurses daily. In the previous article we discussed the different fabrics for scrubs and now in this article, we will be talking about the different colors and what they mean. . The significance of scrub colors varies, and it aids others in distinguishing between people from distinct departments at the hospital.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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How to Choose a Power Generator for Construction Sites?

The Constructor

Are you a construction contractor in need of a power source to power all your equipment? Are you undertaking an interior renovation, but are unable.

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Can You Get Electrocuted Wearing Latex Gloves?

Work Gearz

When dealing with jobs involving electricity, we must constantly exercise extreme caution. Whether we are using equipment and machinery on the job site or repairing any electrical system at home, it is important to wear appropriate protection during the process. . When we are working and are not aware of the hazards around us, incidents occur that can harm us or people around us. .

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Can Fleece Be Shrunk?

Work Gearz

Cashmere wool and other premium-quality wool variations are very warm but very expensive too. Fashion gurus, thus, used technology and modern ways to produce a cheaper variation for wool: polyester fleece. . Although a lot of garments you wear during the winter season are made of polyester fleece, it’s still common to find cotton fleece, rayon fleece, polar fleece, microfleece, and anti-pill fleece. .

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Are Rubber Gloves Insulators or Conductors?

Work Gearz

Rubber gloves are the first line of defense that electricians wear to work. Since rubber gloves are insulators, they offer protection from electric current. When you’re wearing an OSHA-certified and ASTM-approved rubber glove, you’re guarded against electric hazards. Although it’s a known fact that rubber gloves are insulators, not conductors, what most people do not know is what makes rubber gloves insulators, not conductors.

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How Tall Do Boots Make You?

Work Gearz

Everybody wants to look taller but not everybody is born tall. Wearing the right work boots or cowboys boots can make you look much taller than you actually are. Whilst comfort and protection are still the primary goals of boot manufacturers, an increase in height is a definite plus. Whether you’re a man or a woman, not being tall can lead to an inferiority complex.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Can I Dry My Gloves in the Microwave?

Work Gearz

Gloves are an essential piece of clothing that we need to protect our hands from harsh weather conditions, and hazardous work environments. Many workplaces make gloves a mandatory part of your protective or safety gear. There are risks involved in some jobs where your hands are vulnerable to several possible injuries. Wearing gloves makes it easier and convenient to complete certain tasks or for that matter even your day-to-day activities.

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What Are Metatarsal Guards and What Do They Do?

Work Gearz

No matter what the profession, workplace safety is always of utmost importance. Both the employee and the employer must take all necessary precautions to prevent or safeguard people from occupational hazards or accidents and in such a situation safety gear does play a crucial role. Be it safety helmets or shoes, each and every safety gear has got its own role to play on the protection front.

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