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Hilti Unveils Semi-Autonomous Overhead Drilling Robot, Called Jaibot

Construction Junkie

Hilti , known for its wide selection of power tools and fastening applications for the commercial construction industry, recently took a step outside the box when they announced the release of an exoskeleton to help relieve the bodily toll overhead work takes on workers. courtesy of Hilti.

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Second-term advice: Bring OSHA regs into 21st Century

FDR Safety

The first target that springs to mind when it comes to OSHA is the dramatic increase in enforcement by OSHA under your Administration. To resume the downward trend, update the OSHA regulations. A more far-reaching approach would be to adopt a model from some other nations. Getting back on track.

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No Anchorage Point, No Problem with This Mobile Fall Protection Solution

Construction Junkie

Not only are falls the most common cause of workplace fatalities in construction, but fall protection is continually the most common OSHA violation. The Malta Dynamics X Series Mobile Grabber is a mobile fall protection device that provides an overhead anchorage point for those exact situations. courtesy of Malta Dynamics.

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Estimating- The New Normal

Chianelli Estimating

The result is higher costs to complete projects.Other considerations will be the impact it will have on OSHA standards and Insurance Company costs. A typical Residential Contractor will insert profit and overhead to their bottom-line. Some projects may be subject to local Health Department Standards as well. Legal expense.

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Princeton University   Alec Overn Business Manager, Modular Power Solutions, Dallas, TX Alec joined MPS in 2019, and implements the organization’s objectives, policies, and performance standards as well as oversees overhead departmental functions. She sees data as the key to success, particularly in industrialized construction implementation.

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Tecovas Vs Lucchese Boots – Which is The Better Brand?

Work Gearz

The Baron Black American Alligator Western Boot, which sells for an outrageous $12,995, is the priciest model. They also solely sell online, which lowers their overhead expenses. Do Lucchese Boots meet OSHA Regulations? Although you may purchase a few pairs for about $300, some types cost between $1,900 and $2,000 instead.

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3 Decisions that Keep Construction Owners Up at Night 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

That way, you alleviate unplanned costs and expensive overheads in aftercare management. Leverage the structured review process against Revit Models in Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro to improve visibility and accountability between design team stakeholders. As for which solutions to use? Consider the following.

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