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When you're trying to hurry up and get a job done, there's nothing as frustrating as having to wait for the compressor to cycle up - again. Fortunately, our friends at MAX USA have developed a high-pressure fastener tool system rated to 500 PSI. This new option opens the field for a single...

Compared to just a decade or two ago, people are more familiar than ever before with the potential health problems that can occur from exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These compounds have been linked to respiratory problems, cancer and developmental issues. In new or remodeled...

When you need to mark up a project, marking paint is one of the easiest options available, but it has some serious issues as well. Propellants and VOCs create a chemical soup that can harm your workers or others in the area. Overspray makes a big mess and eats into your profits to clean up. The...

When time is money, you need to use every tool in your kit to get the job done quickly without compromising project quality. SpeedFlex TTG Track Top Gasket by STI Firestop Systems can help you meet that need by providing a faster construction joint with fire-stopping properties. Here's more...

A lot of our customers have expressed concern about the new crystalline silica regulations that OSHA is putting into effect. What exactly is required and how can contractors meet the new regulations while remaining profitable? In this post, we'll discuss the new regulations and some of the...

Though many workers complain about the inconvenience of safety harnesses on the job site, an astounding 38.8% of construction fatalities are caused by falls. As increasing concerns over construction safety and additional accident analysis brings the public eye to job site safety, how can we...

When you're working on a job site, the use of extension cords to get power where you need it is almost a given. But which cord is the right one for the job and how can you ensure that it's being used safely on the job site? Electrocution and falls are two of construction's Fatal Four, accounting...

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When it comes to cordless power tool systems, 18 volt batteries have become one of the standards for heavy-duty tools. But DeWalt has recently started the move from this standard voltage to 20 volts in their Max battery line. What difference does a couple volts make in the long run and how will it...

Even in an industry as timeless as construction, technology and the digital revolution are making huge changes in how we work on a daily basis. But how do you provide connectivity and accessibility to technology on a construction site that is often dusty, dirty, wet and exposed to the elements? The...