Mass Timber Moisture Management
Mass timber absorbs and retains significantly more moisture than traditional wood building materials. Vapro Shields details how to avoid the stains, mold, and rot, while keeping the project on
AGC Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum
AGC is hosting a Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum, to gather/share information, resources, and best practices among stakeholders in the construction industry. Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum
Preservation Trades Center Launches Carpentry Academy
The Preservation Trades Center (PTC) at Eastern State Penitentiary is starting a Carpentry Academy in 2023, a 6-week paid hands-on training carpentry program with an emphasis on preservation work.
Eggs with OSHA: L&I Excavation Contractor Requirements
On December 1, GBCA held its last Eggs with OSHA of 2022. OSHA’s local representatives, Jake Ladd, James Touey, Theresa Downs, and Bret Robinson, gave updates about OSHA’s activities
Four New Considerations for Making a Bond Claim in PA
Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC provided clarity and takeaways regarding claims that a subcontractor may bring against a surety in Pennsylvania. From Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall &
L&I Excavation Webinar
The rules and requirements for excavation are changing in 2023. In this 1-hour presentation, the Audits and Investigations Unit will explain license application and worksite requirements related to the
Dawson Workwear, a Construction Clothing Company for Women
Launched in 2020, Morgan Dawson created Dawson Workwear, a construction clothing company for women. After discovering a need for clothing tailored for women in the industry, she started designing
Safety Recall: Generac Portable Generators
Generac has announced a safety recall of its 6500-Watt and 8000-Watt portable generators. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable generators, unless the locking pin has been inserted
2022 Construction Technology Expo
Thanks to all who came to the 2022 Construction Technology Expo! This year, we had 19 exhibitors showcasing new technologies that are changing how we work in construction. Attendees
Pre-Apprentice Information Session in Honor of National Apprenticeship Week
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, Councilmember Gilmore Richardson in partnership with Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson, and Hilco Redevelopment Partners invites you to join a virtual pre-apprenticeship information session to