It’s OK Not to Be OK
Normalizing mental health struggles is key to overcoming stigma in the construction industry
The Legal Costs of Workplace Harassment
The importance of diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
Hearing Protection in the Deep Foundations Sector
Understanding the hazards of noise to better protect workers from hearing loss
Black Sturgeon River Bridge
Steel pile encapsulation system
Let’s Talk Underpinning
This technique for repairing, strengthening or deepening existing foundations has been around more than 100 years, and new methods have evolved that rely heavily on micropiles for added support
Recruitment with VR
A new virtual reality product may be the key to addressing Canada’s skilled-labour shortage
ESC Steel
ESC Group continues to achieve significant milestones as it goes beyond 34 years since its first sheet pile was driven at Magnetic Island, Australia, in 1986
Fugro’s foundation testing supports major Canada-U.S. infrastructure project
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CZM Foundation Equipment hires Josh Jenkins
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JD Fields & Company, Inc. to break ground on domestic spiralweld mill
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Jeffrey Machine Inc. breaks ground on new facility
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North Washington St. Bridge project
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MotoCut Pile Cutter
An innovative product from Finland makes the job of cutting piles faster, easier and safer By Mark Halsall In the early 2000s, a pair of Finnish construction workers, Teppei Morimoto and Antti Makinen, were carrying out the physically demanding task of cutting concrete foundation piles using handheld tools when they thought: there has to be a better way.
Soilmec SR-65 Blue Tech
What drillers want Submitted by Soilmec A drilling machine that's reliable and simple to maintain. A high-performing machine even in the hardest conditions, a machine that is able to ensure comfort and safety to all personnel on site. A machine with low operating costs and ease of transport, with automatic features to ease the work. A machine like the SR-65 Blue Tech, what else?
Canada a Potential Market for Micropile Installation System
The Magnacore self-drilling anchor's hollow core allows cement grout to be poured into the ground while a micropile is installed By Jim Timlick An innovative micropile installation system designed for use on deep foundation stabilization projects with limited access has drawn rave reviews south of the border - and its U.S. supplier says its hoping to use it to crack the Canadian market in the not-too-distant future.
Life After Service
Two Canadian organizations are connecting the country's veterans with valuable career opportunities, helping to fill the skills gap in the construction industry By Rebecca Henderson Every year, 5,000 Canadians leave the military and transition back into civilian life. For many military personnel, it's a transition that can feel - at times - daunting.
Choosing a Hauling Partner
Equipment carriers need to know the type, size and weight of the equipment they'll be moving and whether it's been modified - surprises can lead to problems, delays or fines By Barb Feldman Some deep foundation contractors have in-house hauling fleets, but many don't. So, what should firms consider when selecting a hauling partner to deliver the equipment and materials they need to their jobsites?