The Science of Construction Equipment Buy vs. Rent Decisions

February 28, 2020

Productive work sites can require a variety of construction equipment types, from aerial work platforms and earthmoving equipment to generators, hand tools and light towers. But too many contractors overspend on equipment because they don’t do adequate buy vs. rent analyses that would likely reveal opportunities to cut costs and preserve capital by renting.

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How the STEM Crisis is Threatening the Future of Work

Infographic | January 6, 2020

As the world’s leading economy, the U.S. is under pressure to produce the best minds to solve the greatest challenges facing mankind. The problem is, the United States is falling behind in some of the most important areas of education to help solve the problems of today and tomorrow. The crisis in STEM fields - which cover science, technology, engineering and mathematics - is threatening the growing workforce and in turn, the country’s position in the global economy.

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The 6 Advantages of Reverse Engineering

Infographic | March 20, 2020

Reverse engineering is an efficient way for the engineers to disintegrate a finished and working model of a physical structure to develop an enhanced version. The infographic concerns itself with the advantages of the process of reverse engineering and the benefits that engineers levy from it. It talks about reconstructing an outdated product and creating a new version of the same. An engineer can discover any vulnerabilities with the product and eradicate them with enhancements. It is quite an inspiring process for the organisations providing reverse engineering services.

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Where Do America’s Mechanical Engineers Work?

Infographic | February 6, 2020

Mechanical engineers are found in dozens of industries, and the technical divisions of ASME span from aerospace to tribology. However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the arm of the U.S. government tasked with tracking employment, found that of the 303,440 mechanical engineers at work in the United States in May 2018 the date of its most recent estimate of industry-specific occupational employment and wages, 148,890 work in the manufacturing sector. That’s 49 percent of all mechanical engineers.

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Top 10 construction technology trends for 2020

Infographic | December 30, 2019

The construction industry is under a significant paradigm shift. When we look back throughout this industry’s history we notice some great advancements have taken place. As the end of the year approaches and we look ahead to 2020 there’s no reason we shouldn’t expect more of the same to occur.

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Top engineering pain points in 2022

Infographic | April 20, 2022

Engineers are feeling pressure at all stages of the product development process. We recently surveyed 250 custom manufacturing customers and found that engineers are facing challenges stemming from shortened product development cycles, inefficient communication, high costs, and production delays.

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Trade Winds Single-Point Store for construction chemicals products

Infographic | April 2, 2020

Rapid developments in emerging countries and the use of innovative products and materials in construction activities have supported the growth of construction chemicals markets. Construction activities are driven by continuing industrialization and urbanization. Increasing construction expenditures in both new construction and improvement & repair projects will drive the demand for construction chemicals.

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3M Window Film provides energy savings, sun control, privacy & protection, and improved comfort & security in your home, office & car. No one has more experience with window film than 3M. 3M was issued the very first patent on 3M Window Film in 1966 and today we are the only manufacturer that can produce our own polyesters, adhesives, metals and scratch-resistant coatings. This gives us the quality control and product consistency other manufacturers just can't match.

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