Are ADUs the solution to the housing crisis?
Families nationwide are struggling to buy homes even as the Baby Boomers, the largest generation in history, want to age in place. Accessory Dwelling Units, or “ADUs” could reduce the housing crisis and enable older Americans to live with family w…
Impact of presidential election on manufacturing and construction
All industries are affected by regulations, market conditions, and economic policy. However, manufacturing and construction, perhaps more than others, are significantly impacted by decision-makers in the U.S. government.
The 2024 presidential …
Common problems and mistakes when spraying paint
Applying a coat of paint is simple. At least in theory.
In practice, however, making your product look great can be surprisingly complicated, difficult, and frustrating. How can you achieve the best result while maintaining the perfect finish…
Top challenges facing the metal fabrication industry
The metal fabrication industry is going through numerous changes quickly. Technology is evolving, customer demands are changing, and new materials are being requested. At the same time, there is a lack of skilled workers and fewer raw materials a…
Summer safety: recognize, treat, and prevent heat exposure
So many industries require their workforce to be in hot spaces — inside and outside. During the summer months, work across the United States, especially in the South, can be brutal. Indoors, facilities can be sweatboxes. Outdoors, temperatures s…
What to do about high and low compressed air temperatures
Summer can be fun — BBQs, pool parties, ice cream, and more. But facilities managers believe summer can be stressful, too. High ambient temperatures, the source of so much summer fun, can impact the overall performance of an air compressor system…
Save money on your compressed air systems
Depending on the size and scope of a factory, assembly plant, or manufacturing facility, the energy bill could be over $10 million a year. For some facilities, an energy bill of $1 million isn’t unheard of.
Typically, a large portion of this b…
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