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AGC: Construction jobs up in two-thirds of metros

From October 2020 to October 2021, the Associated General Contractors of America says two-thirds of metro areas have added construction jobs. Keep Reading

Despite near-term issues in the global supply chain, Schurco Slurry’s Will Pierce says the newly signed infrastructure bill presents an opportunity for the U.S. to exhibit tremendous strength in the coming years on the world stage. Photo: Narvikk/E+ Getty Images

Construction industry poised for greatness in the decade ahead

The industry is positioned for a strong future despite ongoing supply chain issues. Schurco Slurry's Will Pierce explains in a guest P&Q commentary. Keep Reading

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John Scepaniak, mining project manager at Wm. D. Scepaniak, shares how his company is reacting to supply chain issues to keep its plants running effectively. Keep Reading

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Buyers, sellers come to grips with supply bottlenecks

The aggregate industry has faced many equipment and part supply challenges in 2021, but companies are learning to adapt to the quickly changing landscape. Keep Reading

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AGC: Increasing construction materials prices driving up project costs

As supply chain woes continue, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) calls on the Biden administration and Congress to address related issues. Keep Reading

Today’s supply chain is very much a global one, but pandemic-induced issues are contributing to a slowdown in equipment, parts and raw materials from overseas. Photo: taikrixel/E+/Getty Images

Five minutes with Applied’s Mark Kenyon

P&Q sat down with Applied Industrial Technologies' Mark Kenyon to discuss supply chain disruptions that continue into the month of November. Keep Reading

Much of the strength in the market can be attributed to improvements in single-family residential spending, up more than 20 percent over the last three years. Photo: iStock.com/halbergman

Labor shortage weakening housing supply, affordability

A new report from the Home Builders Institute says thousands of skilled workers are needed to meet current housing demands. Keep Reading

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How to navigate and overcome supply chain challenges

Businesses must evaluate the risks associated with an uncertain recovery path while effectively dealing with increases in the costs of raw materials, labor and inventory. Keep Reading

Says Trimble's Karl Lemke: "Adding a skill may cost you $10,000 for a loader, but you just spent $250,000 for that loader. So, $10,000 to make that loader more efficient – what does that cost you? Photo: Trimble

Five minutes with Trimble’s Karl Lemke

Trimble's Karl Lemke discusses supply shortages, the state of the aggregate industry and how producers are approaching technology solutions in a P&Q-exclusive visit. Keep Reading

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