Blocking machines’ history The modern concrete block manufacturing industry is not the result of a gradual evolution but was abruptly driven by the invention of a machine with adjustable removable moulds capable of producing solid blocks. Solid concrete blocks were first employed in 1832 by the builder William Ranger in England, who patented his version of “Ranger’s Artificial Stone”. Several…
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Creating a safe workplace is not simply a matter of checking off the boxes; it’s a matter of changing the corporate culture. Years ago, when I first became responsible for worker safety at my company, I realized that drastic changes needed to be made not only to our physical building and our workplace practices but also to the way staff…
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Building a new home can be an exciting time and one that is highly rewarding. The ability to customize and design the home of your dreams is a great endeavor that most only dream of being able to accomplish. There are many things that you must take into consideration when building a new home and some of them you may…
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Keeping a construction site safe, is no easy task. With many various aspects to consider, it can be difficult to know where to begin. The obvious starting point is keeping the construction workers themselves safe whilst they’re at work. As their employer, that’s your responsibility. Another element that you need to consider, is keeping the public safe. From preventing a…
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If you are looking to paint your house or re-do the colors around the rooms in your house, then getting a professional painter is definitely the thing that you must do. You see, painting is not an easy task. Yes, it is fairly simple to just dip and brush the rollers on your ceilings and walls and get the color…
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Gutters are probably one of the things in your home that you don’t think about until something goes wrong with them. You can’t just disregard it because it can cause long term annoyance and inconvenience if left unfixed. Some of the most common problems it could cause are overflowing and leaking around the house. If you leave them to neglect…
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July 2016 Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) report revealed that construction is one of the most at-risk industries for suicide. Accordingly, the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) formed the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention. With the support of 30 key organizations, the Alliance launched with a mission to provide resources for suicide prevention and to promote mental health within…
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It was in the mid 20th century when split-level homes began to be built, but it found its popularity around the 1970s. Also called a tri-level home, this style of house calls for staggered floor levels. The stairs are usually two short sets, with one set going up to the bedrooms and the other going down to the basement. While…
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The future for the construction industry is looking bright. Industry growth is expected for commercial, residential, and infrastructure specialties. It may be time to take advantage of the potential opportunities by expanding your business, but keep in mind: growth contributes to many of the reasons a construction business may fail. Growing your construction firm means growing liability, growing risks, and growing…
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Are you thinking of renovating your decades-old kitchen or redecorating your bathroom and finally installing that bath tub you have always wanted? Whether the work to be done in your home is big or small, it is still advisable to hire a licensed contractor to do the work for you. It might be tempting to do everything yourself, especially if…
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