Keep your site safe and secure during project suspension with this construction site shutdown checklist. There is no denying that we have all had to adjust the way we do our work during this crisis. From the way we conduct orientations to the extra measures we’re taking to ensure hygiene on the job, the construction […]
While we learned in our last blog post that the first industrial age saw manufactured iron and steam technology, the second industrial age gave us steel and electric inventions. During the Second Industrial Revolution, construction began to catch up to our modern practices with innovations that made work easier and buildings stronger. Steel Production & […]
In this 4 part series, we have reviewed the construction methods of the Stone Age and advancements made by the Romans. In this edition, we will be taking a look at how the Industrial Revolution changed the way we produce building materials. As well, we will explore how the emergence of building sciences led to […]
We’re doing a deep dive into the history of construction to see where we can learn from our mistakes and create new ideas from old concepts. If you missed it, check out our first blog post from our History of Construction series. It covers the earliest examples of construction and how things were done in […]
History? It’s in the past! Why should we look at the history of construction, if we are building for the future? The fact is we need to look at the past in order to look forward. We can learn from the mistakes of the past, build on the methods that worked, and repurpose old ideas […]
No matter what industry, most companies can agree that working safely is paramount. According to official numbers from Canada’s workers’ compensation agencies close to 1,000 Canadians die each year because of their jobs. This is why it is important to have a solid safety training program to ensure that when your employees are doing a job, […]
You’ve done the research. You think you know what you need. You’re ready to order temporary fence for the first time. Our team members are ready to answer all of your questions about temporary fence. We all know first times can be a bit awkward. If it’s your first time ordering temporary fence, you probably […]
What is Construction Hoarding? If you live in a big city or have ever visited one, you have seen construction hoarding many times. Construction hoarding is defined as a fence or barrier between a construction site and the public. Its purpose is simple, yet vital: to keep people safe. Construction sites – particularly those located […]
When budgeting for a construction project, one of your line items is likely to be temporary fence rental. In fact, rental fence might be one of the earliest expenses you incur, since it’s one of the first things to go up on site. It’s also one of the last things to come down, and […]
We have had to make a number of changes and sacrifices in our personal day-to-day lives due to COVID-19. We are now lining up to enter stores, wearing masks in public, and avoiding large gatherings. All of these new measures and rules are essential to keep ourselves, and those around us, safe. Of course, all […]
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