Sarah Poirier, Author at Under the Hard Hat

Sarah Poirier

February 13, 2025

Empowering professionals in engineering: How NSPE is leading the way

NSPE supports engineers with licensure, ethics, and education, driving progress in construction and architecture while promoting safety and innovation.

Gear & Equipment

February 11, 2025

Makita vs Milwaukee belt sanders: Who makes it better?

Sarah Poirier

Makita’s belt sanders offer unmatched durability and power, but the Milwaukee belt sander provides cordless convenience and portability.

Featured

February 11, 2025

How America’s $500B AI infrastructure investment will impact construction

Sarah Poirier

America’s $500B AI infrastructure investment is set to reshape construction, driving new projects, tech innovations, and job growth.

Featured

February 10, 2025

Valentine’s Day gift guide for busy construction professionals

Sarah Poirier

Find the perfect Valentine’s Day treat with gifts like the Our Place Always Pan 2.0, BloomsyBox red roses, or the Oceanfoam Ripple Roller.

Gear & Equipment

February 4, 2025

When DeWALT meets McLaren F1: A tool collaboration worth the hype for both construction workers and F1 enthusiasts

Sarah Poirier

The DEWALT x McLaren F1 tools lineup includes limited-edition, race-inspired tools like the impact driver and hammer drill. Currently available in Europe!

News

January 31, 2025

New FORTIFIED standards boost storm resilience for 2025 construction

Sarah Poirier

The updated 2025 FORTIFIED standards include stricter roof and impact-resistant requirements to improve storm resilience and reduce damage.

Gear & Equipment

January 28, 2025

Volumetric concrete mixers: Maximizing efficiency on site

Sarah Poirier

Volumetric concrete mixers boost efficiency in construction with increased precision and control, fresh, on-demand mixing, and reduced waste.

News

January 28, 2025

Skanska secures $450M project to modernize Logan Airport in Boston

Sarah Poirier

Skanska lands a $450M contract for Logan Airport upgrades, including a parking garage, Terminal E renovations, and sustainable infrastructure improvements.

Design

January 28, 2025

Breathe easy: The best humidifiers for homes this winter

Sarah Poirier

The top 6 humidifiers for winter include smart models and easy-clean designs from Carepod, LEVOIT, and Venta. See our expert picks!

Safety

January 27, 2025

Combustible dust: Construction site dangers and how to maintain a safe workplace

Sarah Poirier

Combustible dust poses significant dangers to worksite safety. Protect your workplace from dust explosions with proper prevention strategies.

Featured

January 27, 2025

How Cemex is decarbonizing the construction industry

Sarah Poirier

Cemex is taking the lead on decarbonizing the construction industry with low-carbon concrete, carbon capture, and an ambitious roadmap to net zero.

Healthy Food Truck

January 25, 2025

10 high-fiber breakfasts for trades workers that won’t spike your blood sugar

Sarah Poirier

Check out 10 high-fiber breakfasts that won't spike your blood sugar, including recipes like toast with chia seed jam, Gallo Pinto, and overnight oats.

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