Yes, it’s that time of the year again where job sites randomly shut down and nobody knows why. All of the sudden entire trades just take a week off of work. Why? Why!? You may ask. Well, the answer is Gun Season, or, more specifically, Deer Season. Everyone rushes to be the first ones out to their blinds and shoot the first deer before the big bucks are tagged and the rest all get scared away. Because of this, everyone takes the exact same week off. See the links below to find your State’s Construction Industry Holiday Schedule, so you aren't caught off guard by all the tumbleweeds that appear on your job site.

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Aug 23, 2021

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Aug 23, 2021

Jul 25, 2021

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Jul 25, 2021

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Jul 25, 2021

Jun 15, 2021

Hilti Officially Releases EXO-01 Exoskeleton, Names Price

Jun 15, 2021

Last summer, Hilti announced that they had developed their first exoskeleton designed for construction tradespeople in a partnership with Ottobuck, a prosthetics, orthotics, and exoskeleton provider. Earlier this month, Hilti officially released the exoskeleton, announced more details, and published its retail price on their website.

Jun 15, 2021

Jun 7, 2021

The CAT S62 Pro Rugged Smartphone Unleashes the Power of Thermal Imaging

Jun 7, 2021

Cat Phones is known to make some pretty rugged smartphones, the kind of phone you don’t have to worry about on the jobsite – even without a case. Licensed by the construction equipment giant, Caterpillar, the phones are made by the UK-based Bullitt Group. The company recently announced the release of their new flagship smartphone model, the CAT S62 Pro.

Jun 7, 2021

Jun 2, 2021

Stanley Black & Decker Acquires Construction Punchlist Software, Buildup

Jun 2, 2021

The construction technology world has been no stranger to acquisitions and mergers in recent years, as many larger players are gobbling up startups and other specialty software to quickly grow their offerings and expand their value to their customers. The latest acquisition comes from a somewhat surprising source, however, as Stanley Black & Decker, the power tool and storage company, has acquired Buildup, a task management, punch list, and inspection software company.

Jun 2, 2021

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Jun 1, 2021

The Ultimate Construction Father's Day Gift Guide 2021

Jun 1, 2021

Father’s Day 2021 is June 20, so you better get started on gift ideas if you want to impress dad this year. Whether your father is contractor, handyman, or DIYer, we’ve got a lot of great ideas for him this year.

For more more gift ideas, be sure to check out our past Father's Day Gift Guides from 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 or our Ultimate Construction Holiday Gift Guides from 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020

Jun 1, 2021

May 26, 2021

Procore Goes Public on the New York Stock Exchange as PCOR

May 26, 2021

Procore, the construction management software company, has been rumored to be interested in filing for an IPO since at least 2019. In the Spring of 2020, Procore ended up delaying its plans to go public after it received $150million in funding and a valuation of around $5 million, citing interest in raising more money amidst an uncertain economy during the heart of the coronavirus pandemic.

May 26, 2021

May 25, 2021

How to Minimize Risk on Your Construction Site

May 25, 2021

[guest post] It’s a morbid statistic, but the construction industry experiences more workplace deaths than any other. With so many potential hazards, heavy-duty machinery, and power tools, it’s perhaps not surprising that serious accidents are relatively commonplace.

May 25, 2021

May 24, 2021

Nominate Your Favorite Construction Podcast for Best of 2021!

May 24, 2021

It’s that time again to begin Construction Junkie’s annual search for the best construction podcast! Now in our 7th year of the competition, we’re noticing a considerable increase in construction-related podcasts from every sector.

May 24, 2021

May 18, 2021

Procore is Looking for the Most Groundbreaking Companies, People, and Projects in Construction

May 18, 2021

Each year, Procore – the maker of the construction management software of the same name – hosts their annual construction technology conference, Groundbreak. As part of the festivities, the company is looking to celebrate the most groundbreaking companies, people, and projects in the construction industry and they need your help.

May 18, 2021