September 11, 2024
The lowdown on cold therapy for tradespeople
Better mood, more energy, less pain, and a stronger immune system are just a few health benefits associated with cold therapy.
September 4, 2024
Mental health and construction—the silent killer
Suicide rates in construction are among the highest in any industry due to long work hours, a high-pressure environment, job instability, and mental health stigma.
August 20, 2024
8 Best women’s work boots 2025
Timberland Pro, CAT Echo, Double H Women’s Haddie, and LaCrosse Women's Alpha Thermal are some of the best women’s work boots of 2024.
August 14, 2024
Building better mental health in the construction industry: Understanding the gut-brain axis
Dietary decisions and lifestyle choices directly influence gut health and mental health via an intricate network called the gut-brain axis.
August 7, 2024
Blood pressure is high in construction: 6 healthy habits to lower it
Regular physical activity, good sleep, a healthy diet, and implementing a bedtime routine are habits that can help reduce blood pressure.
July 31, 2024
Struggle with chronic work-induced pain? Try these natural pain management techniques
Meditation and mindfulness, acupuncture, hot/cold therapy, and exercise are natural ways to reduce chronic pain and improve quality of life.
July 24, 2024
The KX080-5: Kubota’s newest and largest excavator
Kubota’s new KX080-5 compact excavator improves in-cab comfort and operation and features a two-pump load-sensing hydraulic system for smoother attachment operation.
July 23, 2024
New Hilti Nuron power tools 2024
The SC 6WP-22 Plunge Saw, SIW 10-22 3/4-Inch High-Torque Impact Wrench, and SF 10W-22 Drill Driver are a few new tools from Hilti’s Nuron lineup.
July 19, 2024
CVD rates in construction are high—adding cocoa to your coffee might help your heart
Coffee contains more than 100 bioactive compounds that mitigate inflammation and fight oxidative stress to improve heart health, and adding cocoa amplifies these benefits.
July 12, 2024
12 Home Depot tools for the DIYers in your life
The SKIL JS314901 6 Amp Corded Jigsaw and Milwaukee Tool 7-inch Billet Torpedo Level are some DIY-friendly tools available at Home Depot.
July 9, 2024
Construction sector adds 27,000 jobs in June
According to a press release from ABC, the construction industry added 27,000 jobs on net in June, plummeting unemployment to its lowest recorded rate.
