Digging Deeper - ForConstructionPros

In "Digging Deeper" we discuss all aspects of the construction industry with a variety of influential construction business owners. Topics include: equipment operation, safety, business management, technology and labor issues across the construction industry, but we also dive deep into niche markets like concrete, rental and asphalt. See more at forconstructionpros.com

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Your Sustainability Efforts & Subcontractors
This Digging Deeper podcast episode features an interview with Tommy Linstroth of Green Badger discussing how contractors can prioritize sustainability efforts while working with subcontractors.
33 min
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How Compact Equipment Is Leading the Early Adop...
Vanguard’s Dylan Rewoldt covers equipment electrification advantages, evolving regulations and emerging battery solutions.
18 min
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Construction Tires: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
Explore the history of construction tires and how they’re changing, with insights from MAXAM Tire's Michael Vandel.
24 min
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Safety Tech & Smart PPE in Construction
This Digging Deeper podcast episode features Ryan Barnes of STUDSON and Christian Connolly of TwICEme discussing safety technology and PPE products in construction.
76 min
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Minority-Owned BC Mason Group Founder & Preside...
In this episode of Digging Deeper, we talked with Brandon Mason, the founder and president of BCMason Group—a certified minority company providing infrastructure, development and general contracting services with a dedication to community impact projects in Nashville. In this podcast, Brandon discusses his passion for construction, his company’s work on the National Museum of African American Music and why representation matters.
19 min
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Selecting the Ideal Tire Tread
What contractors should consider when choosing the perfect tire.
6 min
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Inside the R&D at Milwaukee Tool
This Digging Deeper podcast episode brings us to the Milwaukee Tool PIPELINE 2024 event, featuring senior product manager Alicia Rothenberg.
54 min
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Tech & Construction’s Staffing Crisis
This Digging Deeper podcast episode features Adam Stark, CEO of Jet.Build discussing on why tech-enabled construction talent is key to solving this generation’s staffing crisis.
36 min
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Yanmar CEO Shares His Insights on the Construct...
In this episode of Digging Deeper, we talked with the new CEO for Yanmar, Jose Cuadrado. He discusses his background, which includes roles with Ingersoll Rand, Doosan and CNH Industries. He also shares his insights into the world of compact construction equipment, the future of electrification in compact equipment and his goals in this new role. Listen to learn more.
23 min
10
The Overall Winner of the Caterpillar Celebrati...
Kait Burds with Mortenson loves the industry and wants to see more women join.
35 min
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President of Mack Trucks North America Discusse...
While we were at World of Concrete (WoC) 2024, we talked with Jonathan Randall, president, Mack Trucks North America. Randall shared his thoughts about 50 years of World of Concrete, the technology at the show and what the construction industry faces this year.
12 min
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Caterpillar Product Specialist Shares the 255 &...
11 min
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Weather Extremes & Tire Maintenance
Among other factors, contractors should consider the weather conditions when selecting tires.
24 min
14
What Is a Lubrication Site Assessment & Do You ...
Rob King, B2B Solution Capability Analyst at Shell Lubricants, discusses lubrication site assessments and solutions to help you maximize savings for your construction business.
15 min
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What & Why Behind BIM Technologies
This Digging Deeper Podcast episode features Mike Hernandez, the technical director for the American Society of Concrete Contractors, speaking about BIM and VDC technologies, how they’ve changed, and a few items those new to the solution might want to know about.
27 min
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How to Make Sure Your Equipment Investment Pays...
High-quality lubrication can improve costs, maintenance intervals and productivity. Listen to this episode as Dennis Howard shares lubrication best practices.
13 min
17
Eliminate Rework with Proper Grade Management
John Deere has made it their goal to reduce wasted time on jobsites. Their solutions for grade management allow contractors to get the job done right the first time.
12 min
18
Custom CRM For Construction
This Digging Deeper Podcast episode features Paul Jackson, founder and CEO of Method – discussing why personalized software can help construction businesses.
27 min
19
ESG Reporting
This Digging Deeper Podcast episode features Environmental, Social, and Governance (a.k.a. ESG) reporting with Tommy Linstroth, CEO and Founder of Green Badger.
27 min
20
The Digitalization of Inefficiencies with Bluebeam
This Digging Deeper Podcast episode features an interview with Steve Smith, director of partnerships at Bluebeam. We discuss various ways technology can aid with construction inefficiencies.
32 min
21
Funding Gray Collar Payroll
This Digging Deeper podcast episode features HKA Enterprises explaining what an employer of record bringing a funded payroll can do for construction and contractor businesses.
26 min
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Advancing Jobsite Safety with Machine Technology
Mark Colvin of John Deere discusses how technology can provide contractors with “show me, tell me and assist me” solutions and gives a look at how machine learning will continue to improve safety now and in the future.
7 min
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The Key To 100 Years In Business: People
This episode of Digging Deeper profiles Luck Companies, a family-owned crushed aggregate and environmental performance producer, celebrating 100 years in business.
52 min
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The Edge: AI In Concrete Construction
DEWALT and Converge talk about artificial intelligence in construction using innovations like concrete sensor and data can help productivity on the jobsite and help address overdesign.
37 min
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Safety Professionals & The ICC
In celebration of Building Safety Month 2023, this Digging Deeper episode features an interview with Dominic Sims, CEO of the International Code Council.
29 min