Now that the hard winter ground has begun to thaw, it’s almost that time of year when the construction industry kicks into high gear. The spring season is synonymous with construction season in pretty much every part of the country. That means it’s time for construction companies to get prepared for spring working conditions before… Read more »
Temporary Road in St. James, Louisiana
For this Mammoet rollout, Ritter Forest Products was able to supply our top-quality hardwood mats to make the project team’s job safer and more efficient. Using our 3-ply laminated mats, they created a temporary road over wet, muddy ground located next to a river on the worksite. This prevented the heavy construction equipment from slipping… Read more »
Ground Protection for LSU Football Field in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
The weight and movement of heavy machinery can take a toll on the grounds of a construction site. When work needed to be done on the Louisiana State University practice football field, Ritter Forest Products’ 3-ply laminated mats were able to protect the worksite and keep the field in good shape for the team to… Read more »
Pipeline Skids: How They’ll Make Your Job Easier
Anybody who has ever worked on a pipeline construction job knows that these projects are a different beast entirely. Building new pipeline and fixing and maintaining existing pipeline is no easy feat. It is imperative that you have the right equipment to get the job done and keep your team safe in the process. In… Read more »
How Hardwood Mats Can Help Prevent Soil Erosion on Your Construction Site
When you’re working in construction, one of your goals should always be to disturb the environment around you as little as possible during a project. There are several environmental factors you’ll want to be conscious of as you work, such as area wildlife and vegetation. One of your biggest concerns though should be minimizing soil… Read more »
These Are the Most Common Mistakes People Make When Operating a Crane
Mobile cranes are one of the most useful pieces of equipment on any given industrial worksite. Their ability to lift and transport heavy loads speeds up the construction process greatly, making them a must-have on projects of all kinds and across various industry sectors. Like with any industrial machinery though, that kind of power comes… Read more »
3 Tips for Using Cranes in Windy Conditions
One of the most important factors in safe crane operation is stability. From the ground beneath the machine to the hand that’s operating it, stability is crucial to ensuring a crane can move itself and its load from point A to point B without causing any damage or putting anyone in danger. Unfortunately, no matter… Read more »
Harris County Launches New Guidelines for Construction Workforce
Changes are afoot in Harris County, as the local Commissioners Court recently announced new guidelines for the construction workforce. The guidelines include the following: Construction laborers working under county contracts must be paid a $15 minimum prevailing wage. Purchasing agents, county attorneys and county engineers must evaluate prospective construction vendors based on their safety records,… Read more »
Texas Construction Firms Are Struggling to Find Qualified Workers
In Texas, the majority of multimillion-dollar construction firms report that they’re having trouble hiring qualified workers in a variety of trade specializations, according to the Associated General Contractors of America. The association, which has been surveying and assessing worker shortages in the U.S. since 2013, recently surveyed over 2,000 construction firms across the United States,… Read more »
Louisiana Legislature Passes $700 Million Transportation Bill
On June 4, the Louisiana legislature passed a nearly $700 million transportation spending plan, the largest such bill in 30 years. The final vote in the Louisiana House of Representatives was 90 to 11. Known as House Bill 578, the legislation provides funding for 10 projects around the state, from New Orleans to Lafayette and… Read more »
