As many of us are aware, the U.S. transportation and shipping industry has been facing many issues since the beginning of the pandemic in April of 2020. Since this time, there has been a dramatic increase in the amount of online shopping which has put a great strain on the industry. When you couple that… Read Full Article »
McCarthy Construction Awarded Jobs to Expand Port Capacity
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has announced it was awarded three projects that will expand cargo capacity at Port Houston and the Houston Ship Channel, totaling $99 million. Two of the projects will aim to expand Port Houston at its Bayport Container Terminal and the Barbours Cut Terminal, while the third will expand a dock along… Read Full Article »
Container Prices Rise to New Heights in 2021
Throughout this year, many companies across the country have been facing similar issues when it comes to having their products imported. Long lead times and expensive freight costs, along with an increase in overall sales, have created expensive container shipping problems that will have long-term ramifications for many businesses. The importation price for containers has… Read Full Article »
Los Angeles Cargo Ship Backlog Leading to Countrywide Problems
A cargo ship backlog in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, CA have been creating issues with shipments being sent on time to businesses across the country. In an unfortunate trend, the backlog has nearly doubled in the last week, creating a headache for both those who run the ports and those waiting… Read Full Article »
Benefits of Using a Tube Broom Cattle Scratcher
If you operate a farm and are looking for an effective tool that can act as a “back scratcher” for your cattle, consider adding a tube broom cattle scratcher to your site. Should you be wondering what a cattle scratcher is, it is essentially the same as a spinning brush or broom that you would… Read Full Article »
Successful Liner Refurbishment for Two Heavy-Duty Buckets
We’re proud to announce the completion of another successful project with our partners at ESCO®. Martin Marietta Materials Southwest, Inc. was looking to have the liner refurbished for two of their Komatsu WA500 front end loaders, and we knew we could count on ESCO® to find the perfect kits for the job. The buckets had… Read Full Article »
Texas Highway Project Information & Updates
Construction is ongoing for the Texas Department of Transportation’s SH 99 Grand Parkway project. Grand Parkway Infrastructure LLC (GPI) is hard at work on a portion of the new highway that will total $1.2 billion. This part of the project will build segments H, I-1 and I-2 of the Grand Parkway, which runs through the… Read Full Article »
Get a Grip: Use These 3 Tools for More Efficient Excavations
If your company regularly performs excavations, and you’re looking for a more efficient way to get things done, consider adding an excavation bucket attachment. The attachments make it easier to grip things you’re picking up and will help ensure that your projects are completed efficiently. Whatever your excavation needs may be, these tools will enable… Read Full Article »
Choosing the Right Excavator Bucket for Your Upcoming Project
Selecting the right excavator bucket is essential to having your excavation project go off without a hitch. With so many companies offering excavation equipment, and the wide variety of excavation buckets available, we understand how overwhelming it can feel when looking for a bucket for your upcoming project. To get an excavator bucket that is… Read Full Article »
Housing Developments Increasing Around Houston
There has been a big boom in construction, development, and population growth in the state of Texas. In the greater Magnolia area just north of Houston, residential development is growing, and construction is increasing with projects such as these. Many Texans may not know the reason why this is the case, but it does have… Read Full Article »
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