Andrea Barrett, Author at Under the Hard Hat

Andrea Barrett

July 9, 2024

8 global megaprojects on the go in 2024

Plant Vogtle nuclear plant, JFK airport expansion, Nusantara, and Navi Mumbai International Airport are just a few megaprojects ont he go this year.

Gear & Equipment

July 8, 2024

Check out the best new tools Milwaukee has to offer

Andrea Barrett

The M18 Fuel 6-1/2 Inch Circular Saw, M18 Compact 1-Ton Chain Hoist with One Key, and M18 FUEL™ Duplex Nailer are some of the newest…

News

May 22, 2024

Skanska wins $861-million contract to transform major seaport into offshore wind ports

Andrea Barrett

Skanska has locked down an $861M contract to transform the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into one of the country’s largest offshore wind ports.

Gear & Equipment

May 15, 2024

Meet Bobcat’s newest brand ambassador

Andrea Barrett

Entrepreneur, handyman, home renovation expert, and all-around funny guy Chip Gaines was named Bobcat’s newest brand ambassador in hopes of inspiring DIYers.

Safety

May 13, 2024

ESA Powerline Safety Week is approaching

Andrea Barrett

Powerline Safety Week is May 13-18. Workers can stay safe by identifying powerlines, staying 3 meters away from overhead powerlines, and staying alert.

News

April 30, 2024

Atlanta welcomes new $30M boutique hotel

Andrea Barrett

The $30 million Chambray Hotel is Atlanta’s new boutique hotel featuring 1,300 square feet of flexible meetings and events space, a 24-hour market, and a…

Gear & Equipment

April 24, 2024

8 best women’s work boots 2024

Andrea Barrett

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.

Projects

April 23, 2024

Upgrades to MetLife Stadium in preparation for 2026 World Cup

Andrea Barrett

Renovations on MetLife Stadium in New Jersey for the 2026 FIFA World Cup commenced in January 2023 and are set for completion in May 2025.

Gear & Equipment

April 23, 2024

Bobcat expands construction product lineup

Andrea Barrett

Bobcat's newest commercial products include forklifts, industrial air compressors, turf renovation equipment, and portable power products.

News

April 18, 2024

Hitachi opens new sustainable HQ in Georgia

Andrea Barrett

Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas’ new sustainable headquarters in Georgia utilizes sustainable practices and reuse principles to optimize energy efficiency.