Cianbro Adds Manitowoc Model 16000 WA Wind Crane to the Company's Fleet Cianbro has a bright, shiny new giant to add to the company's fleet of cranes. It's a Manitowoc model 16000, a crane that is designed specifically for the wind industry. It comes with a WA, or wind attachment, which allows the crane to [...]
Single-family and Power Construction are Only Bright Spots, Says Industry Economist Simonson Construction spending tumbled in February by $11.6 billion, or 1.3 percent, to $846 billion, a low last recorded in 2002, according to an analysis of new federal figures by the Associated General Contractors of America. Declines occurred relative to both the month before [...]
Safety Program Produces Results March 19, 2010 Orlando Florida- Gorham based R.J. Grondin & Sons received national recognition for their safety achievements. Associated General Contractors of America reviewed applicants from across the nation for the annual safety awards. AGC applies tough standards during the process including a short presentation to a panel of the country’s [...]
With Nearly 2 Million Construction Jobs Lost Since December 2007, Construction Sector Continues to Drag Down Overall Employment Figures The construction unemployment rate jumped to 27.1 percent and construction employment dropped to a 14-year low as another 64,000 construction workers lost jobs in February, according to federal employment figures released today. The economy would have [...]
ETTI is pleased to announce the addition of a new Project Manager/Estimator to the team. Brik Hamilton comes to ETTI from Clinton, ME with over 30 years experience in the earthwork industry. Bringing with him an impressive work history, ETTI is confident Brik will add a great deal of depth and knowledge to the team. [...]