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COVER STORY - Capacity to Contract - NUCA’s 2009 Associate of the Year Crusades for Contractual Equality
Charles Surasky doesn’t have a glamorous construction job. His trenches are between the lines of contract documents and his pen is mightier than any contractor’s shovel. You see, Charles is an attorney with Smith Currie & Hancock LLP construction law firm. Every day, Charles crusades against project owners and unfair contracts that paint the contractor into a legal corner. He’s an unsung hero of the construction industry and his tireless efforts, as well as his outstanding work with the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA), has earned him the prestigious title of NUCA’s 2009 Associate of the Year. more >>
Feature Story - NUCA 2009 - William H. Feather Safety Awards - Recognizing a Commitment to Safety within the Utility Contracting Industry
The landscape of the construction industry is changing — costs are rising, competition for projects is increasing and jobs are scarce. In these uncertain times, it’s nice to remember that there’s a constant. The one thing that will never change in the construction industry is that safety is king. Regardless of the type, size or duration of project, safety is on the top of everyone’s list. Though industry changes are pushing up the price of competition, it’s important to take a step back to remember that we’re all striving to be productive and go home unharmed at the end of the day. more >>
By Jason Morgan

Feature Story - Shore Is Safe - Trench Boxing and Shielding Safety Begets Productivity
ew and far between jobs and increased bid competition can make cutting corners easy, but seasoned contractors know that a utility construction jobsite works best when all the gears are properly maintained and greased. Perhaps the greatest gear is safety. When your crews are working with safety as the No. 1 priority, your most valuable asset — your employees — are protected and you’ll stay productive. One of the best tools for jobsite safety is trench shoring. more >>
By Jason Morgan
Feature Story - Revamping Rental Services - The Changing Landscape of the Rental Industry
In a changing environment, adaptability is the key to survival. The rental industry has seen its fair share of change in the past couple of years, but many rental companies have taken the downturn in stride — tweaking their services to provide their customers with the machines they need with added value. more >>
By Jason Morgan
 

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