ConTech Weekly: Smarter Construction Starts Here – No. 155
by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network In this week’s ConTech Weekly, we’re seeing a decisive move toward intelligent automation across the construction lifecycle. From design to closeout, technology is enabling faster decisions, greater accuracy, and improved collaboration. The takeaway is clear:…
Command Alkon Enhances Batch Solution with Cloud-Based Remote Batching
Command Alkon continues to drive digital transformation in the heavy building materials sector with the evolution of its Batch solution, now powered by Command Cloud. Designed to modernize concrete production, the platform introduces advanced remote batching, centralized multi-plant control, and enhanced…
Ontario’s development changes could risk energy affordability and economic opportunity
by Kevin Lockhart, Director, Buildings – Pembina Institute Bill 98 could raise energy costs and weaken local economic outcomes Once again, Ontario has introduced legislation aimed at weakening municipal development standards. Bill 98 is the latest attempt to curtail the authority of…
The Jobsite Inspection App Your Field Team Needs
Safety just got a whole lot easier! Discover the latest jobsite safety tips, mobile inspection insights, and compliance updates from the Wombat team. Built for field teams who want less paperwork and more results, every post is packed with real value…
Everged Launches Zero Cost EV Charging Program for Contractors
Everged, a North American energy technology company, has launched its Zero Cost Deployment Program, a new initiative designed to help electrical contractors, EPC firms, and commercial solar providers enter the rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) charging market. As demand for EV…
Mattamy Homes Reaches 1,000 Solar Homes Milestone in Alberta
Mattamy Homes, the largest family-owned homebuilder in North America, has achieved a major sustainability milestone by installing solar panels on more than 1,000 homes across Alberta. Since making solar a standard feature on most new homes in June 2024, the company…
RONA is once again named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers
For the sixth consecutive year, RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers, operating and servicing over 425 corporate and affiliated stores, has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers. This national competition is organized by Mediacorp to celebrate employers…
Successful Steel Building Projects Start Before Arrival
When steel building projects take us to distant locations, the real work begins well before the first truck rolls onto site. Successful steel erection is not only about cranes, bolts and beams – it is about preparation, coordination and discipline. The…
Understanding NRR Ratings: What They Mean & Why They Matter for Hearing Protection
Learn what NRR ratings mean in Canada, why they matter for compliance, and how SEALTEC™ hearing protection improves jobsite safety. Why Hearing Protection Matters in Canadian Workplaces Noise exposure is a recognized occupational hazard across many Canadian industries including construction, manufacturing,…
You’re doing job costing wrong. Here’s why.
Most trade contractors know job costing matters, but knowing and doing are two very different things. From labor burden blind spots to finances and field operations running on separate tracks, the mistakes adding up on your jobs are often hiding in…
Tools Missing from the Project Toolbox
By Roy O. Christensen, KT Project Why capital projects continue to fail without the right resources (tools) on hand. Capital projects (projects) too often lack the full toolbox required for delivery as planned. The UNEZA report recommendations – long-term planning, programmatic…
Rosehaven Introduces Flexible Deposit Program to Unlock Homeownership in Hamilton
Rosehaven Homes is introducing an innovative approach to homeownership with its new extended deposit program for The Rebecca Residences, a 23-storey condominium development in downtown Hamilton. Designed to address one of the biggest barriers facing buyers today—large upfront deposits—the program allows…
Canada Construction Investment Falls in February as Residential Sector Declines
Statistics Canada reports that total investment in building construction declined by $503.2 million (-2.1%) to $23.0 billion in February, primarily driven by weakness in the residential sector. Despite this monthly drop, overall investment increased 1.8% year over year, signaling moderate long-term…
Improve Safety and Payload in Waste Hauling Operations
In waste hauling, handling uneven, bulky materials like construction debris or municipal solid waste can create safety risks and slow turnaround times. The KEITH WALKING FLOOR system uses reciprocating floor slats to move material horizontally, enabling controlled unloading without tipping. This…
Contract Throughput as a Limiting Factor in Contractor Growth
By Shawn Gray, Founder – ConstructIQ Advisory Based on real-world results from participants within the AI Adoption Cohort TL;DR Growth was constrained by contract review capacity, not demand. A targeted AI application redistributed workload across existing staff, unlocking 60–100 additional reviews…