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The idea of digital twins — digital representations of physical systems, products or processes that serve as indistinguishable counterparts for purposes such as simulations, testing, monitoring and maintenance — has been around for some time. But indications are the concept’s time…

Automating construction makes plain sense on the face of it. It’s one of the world’s biggest industries. It’s also among the most expensive and, often, dangerous. Certainly it checks off the three Ds (dull, dirty, dangerous) of automation quite plainly. We…

When sourced from sustainably managed, climate-smart forests, biobased buildings can be hugely instrumental in combating climate change, driving investment back into forests while simultaneously creating a carbon sink in the built environment. There are five reasons why sustainable timber must become one…

Right Lane Industries (“Right Lane”) recently announced that it has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire London Machinery, Inc. and the Rear Discharge Mixer business of McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. (collectively, “RDM” or the “Business”) from Oshkosh Corporation. The…

When was the last time your favorite superhero used powers to ensure you have safe drinking water and proper sanitation? The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) is leading the charge to spotlight the real-life superheroes who protect our everyday lives by…

A follow-up study looking at the impact of Ontario’s mandated working at heights training confirms standardized training results in safer work.  In fact, lead researcher for this Institute for Work & Health (IWH) study, Dr. Linda Robson says, “Something special is…

The Ontario government is more than doubling its construction funding subsidy for new and upgraded nursing homes, as it faces a looming deadline to replace outdated facilities with those that meet modern design standards. Almost 40 per cent of nursing homes…

A second engineer behind a troubled Langford apartment building formerly known as Danbrook One has lost their credentials to practise engineering in B.C. Theodore Sorensen had his registration as an engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia cancelled by a consent…

Bill Tresham, Executive Chairman Great Gulf Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Vohrah as President High-Rise Residential North America.  He joins Business Leads: Katy Schofield, Low Rise Canada; David Carreiro, First Gulf; Chris Mallinos, Tucker HiRise; Tad Putyra, H+ME Technology; Michael Sneyd, Resort…

Students at the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) will receive increased support this year thanks to a $30,000 donation from Contractor Connection in partnership with SGI CANADA. “We hope that this donation will help SIIT to train a great new…

An instructor with the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is urging the school to reopen a hands-on learning lab where students in the civil engineering and architectural technology programs would build houses to better understand the process. SAIT instructor Carlo Velcic says…

B2W Software, a Trimble company providing estimating and operations software for heavy construction, today announced plans to demonstrate enhancements to its unified platform at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. New B2W features give construction employees more and better data, increase their efficiency and further…

Instilling predictability into operations, whether in construction, quarry, forestry, energy/utility, waste or other industries, can help drive greater productivity and efficiency. Komatsu recognizes that each business operation is unique and that finding the right tools is the key to business success.…

Choosing the right safety glasses for the specific hazard and application is critical to reduce the risk of injuries and severity on the job and at home. Your eyes are your only exposed internal organ, and they can not be replaced. With the…

Doka Connects challenges with solutions at CONEXPO 2023! At its own 3,000 sq. ft. outdoor booth, Doka will display its impressive new scaffolding options, innovations in its formwork & shoring portfolio, digital services, and numerous highlights in systems and safety.  When…