Editors’ Blog
AGC economist offers perspective on the infrastructure bill
Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) shares his expectations for the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act that’s already passed the Senate. Keep Reading
Photo gallery: Sights from the MINExpo 2021 show floor
With more than 1,300 exhibitors reportedly on-hand at the Las Vegas Convention Center, there is plenty to see at MINExpo International 2021. Keep Reading
What types of construction jobs are experiencing setbacks?
Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America, offers a look at which construction jobs are being canceled and delayed the most these days. Keep Reading
Komatsu to teleoperate excavator in Arizona from MINExpo
The Komatsu PC7000-11 and its operator in Las Vegas will leverage a console that provides the user information and views of what is seen from the machine’s actual cab in Arizona. Keep Reading
Summer accident surge alarming to MSHA
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) reports that six fatal accidents occurred between July 21 and Aug. 11. The agency responded with a number of best safety practices producers should follow. Keep Reading
How employers are attracting workers in this market
Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America, shares findings from a workforce survey and what contractors are doing to find hiring solutions. Keep Reading
Contractor survey presents insights on supply chain, labor
Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America, paid P&Q’s Kevin Yanik a visit to discuss key findings from a 2021 workforce survey. Keep Reading
WOTUS on EPA chopping block once again
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is relooking at the definition of “waters of the U.S.” (WOTUS), with developments likely to surface in the months to come. Keep Reading
Will the lingering pandemic slow aggregate consumption?
Even though the pandemic is resurging, P&Q contributor David Chereb does not expect it to hurt aggregate demand much at all. Chereb explains why during a video visit with editor-in-chief Kevin Yanik. Keep Reading
