Robotics and Automation in Construction: Reshaping the Future of Jobsite Productivity
by Arnie Gess, President of Construction Links Network Note: This article is the sixth installment in our Construction Technology Insights series exploring the technologies reshaping the built environment. Explore related articles in the series: Top Construction Technology Trends Transforming the Industry in…
Lane and Brayman, in Joint Venture (Steel City Tunnel Partners), Win $1 Billion ALCOSAN Ohio River Tunnel Contract
Steel City Tunnel Partners has been awarded a $1 billion contract to construct the Ohio River Tunnel. Steel City Tunnel Partners reflects an equal partnership between The Lane Construction Corporation (Lane, Webuild Group) and Brayman Construction Corporation (Brayman). The Ohio River…
CMHC Analysis: Reducing Development Charges Could Boost Housing Construction in Canada
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has released new analysis showing that reducing or eliminating development charges could significantly increase housing project viability in some Canadian cities, helping address housing supply challenges. Using its Housing Development Viability Analyzer, CMHC found that…
Hazelview Executive Chair Recognized for Lifetime Leadership in Rental Housing
Hazelview Investments has announced that Founder and Executive Chair Ugo Bizzarri has received the prestigious Rental Housing Canada Lifetime Achievement Award at the Rental Housing Canada National Conference in Ottawa. The award recognizes individuals whose leadership, advocacy, and long-term contributions have…
RONA wins a Retail Council of Canada award for its “Mike chez RONA” campaign
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers, operating and servicing over 425 corporate and affiliated stores, won the Retail Council of Canada’s “Retail Marketing Award” at the Excellence in Retailing Awards Gala on June 2. This award is a…
AI infrastructure demands better buildings
Computing power is no longer the challenge. It’s how quickly companies can design, engineer and construct facilities capable of supporting dense GPU clusters, advanced cooling systems, massive electrical loads and future expansion. That’s where pre-engineered metal building systems from Summit Steel…
What I Got Wrong About Leadership
by Doug Dougherty, Executive Chair – Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited Every once in a while, it’s worth asking a simple question: What have I changed my mind about? I’ve been thinking about leadership, something I’ve written about before, and while most…
What the Best Crews Already Know About Working Through a Hot Summer
Some crews handle a hot summer better than others, and it usually comes down to a few small, quiet habits anyone can pick up. This piece gathers what experienced supervisors, safety leaders, and field teams tend to do well in the…
QuadReal Property Group Appoints Trevor Nakka to Board of Directors
QuadReal Property Group has announced the appointment of Trevor Nakka to its Board of Directors, adding a seasoned global business leader with more than 30 years of experience in corporate strategy, governance, capital markets, financial reporting, and audit. The appointment reinforces…
Mitigating Tarp Damage in Bulk Material Transport
For bulk material haulers using moving floor trailers, buried or torn tarps during the loading and unloading cycles represent significant operational downtime and replacement costs. KEITH Manufacturing Co.’s latest video demonstrates the integration of the CleenSweep® system with the Tarp Catcher™.…
PCL Construction Leads Construction on Guelph Transit and Fleet Services Facility
PCL Construction has officially begun construction of the new Guelph Transit and Fleet Services Facility, a major infrastructure project designed to support the City of Guelph’s long-term vision for a resilient and sustainable transportation network. The 280,000-square-foot facility will serve as…
Public Safety Vehicle Upfitting Checklist
Public safety vehicles need to perform under pressure — and the right upfit plays a major role in keeping personnel organized, efficient, and ready in the field. Whether supporting police, sheriffs, fire investigation, or specialized field units, purpose-built upfits help teams…
WebMax Canada Highlights AI Search Visibility as a Factor for Trades Amid Federal Infrastructure Funding
WebMax Canada says the trades best positioned for new infrastructure work will be the ones customers and AI search can find and understand. As Ottawa rolls out major infrastructure funding and a national push for more skilled trades workers, Canadian SEO…
How to Prevent Construction Budget Overruns
Most construction budget overruns aren’t estimating failures — they’re timing failures. Learn how to catch cost drift before the job is done, not 45 days after. A general contractor in Nashville finishes a $2.3M commercial fit-out. The crew worked hard. The…
Recognizing, Preventing, and Managing Heat Stress in Outdoor Work Environments
Keep your crew safe and productive when the heat climbs. This article offers practical heat stress tips — how to recognize early signs, implement effective controls like hydration and rest breaks, and adjust work practices to prevent serious illness. Essential guidance…