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Contractors continue to face serious challenges year into pandemic

March 11, 2021By

Soaring material costs, supply chain issues and project cancellations continue to affect the construction industry, says the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

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From left: Bridger and Boone Bolinder represent the third generation of leadership at Bolinder Resources, which has two fixed locations in Utah. Contract crushing is a big part of the Bolinders’ business, as well, with a market focus in Utah and Nevada but a willingness to crush just about anywhere in the U.S. Photo: P&Q Staff

Bolinder Resources built for flexibility in West

January 15, 2021By

Utah’s Bolinder brothers offer a look inside their main operation, showcasing a crushing and screening plant while sharing their vision for the business’ future.

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Report: 82 percent of contractors have ‘moderate to high’ confidence in U.S. market

September 21, 2020By

Eighty-two percent of commercial construction contractors have moderate to high confidence that the U.S. market will provide sufficient business opportunities in the next 12 months, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

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John Scepaniak, project manager at Wm. D. Scepaniak, joined his family company in 2014. He represents the third generation of the family business, which has traditionally operated in states like Minnesota and South Dakota. Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Scepaniak: Steady work continues into the summer

August 14, 2020By

John Scepaniak, project manager at Wm. D. Scepaniak, explains that 2020 has been a rather good year thus far for his company.

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HaulHub introduces e-ticketing app for producers

July 28, 2020By

The JOBslip app was developed with insights across the construction materials industry to provide a digital ticketing experience.

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AGC: Construction employment up in 31 states, down in 18

July 20, 2020By

Additionally, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) warns that job losses will resume without federal funding.

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According to ARTBA, these provisions will increase flexibility in deploying drivers, delivering construction equipment and assisting with other project tasks. Photo: P&Q Staff

What’s trending in new tech, equipment among contractors

July 14, 2020By

The benefits of adopting new technologies include increased productivity and improved safety, according to a Dodge Data & Analytics publication.

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Report: Majority of contractors have ‘high level’ of market confidence

July 13, 2020By

Fifty-six percent of contractors have a high level of confidence about the market’s ability to provide new business opportunities in the next 12 months, according to a new publication from Dodge Data & Analytics.

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Using Trelar's platform, Lehigh Hanson expects its carriers will be able to schedule their deliveries and availability, as well as improve their cash flow. Photo: P&Q Staff

Federal rule reforms expand flexibility for contractors

May 19, 2020By

According to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association, new provisions will increase flexibility in deploying drivers, delivering construction equipment and assisting with project tasks.

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