Category: Texas News

Port of Houston Ship Channel Project Under Way

Cargo ship in water Houston, TX

The last few years have been quite chaotic throughout the world, and even with the transportation of goods being slowed down for several different reasons. In Houston TX, the port of Houston Ship Channel is one of the busiest waterways in the country, and it’s extremely important due to this channel going into the Gulf… Read Full Article »

Transformation of the Texas Energy Industry

Solar energy movement in the state of Texas

The great state of Texas has been known for its vast oil fields and energy production. In recent years, the entire country has been trying to find better ways for how we emit and consume energy. Since Elon Musk has moved to Austin, Texas and the state has won the bid for Tesla’s new auto… Read Full Article »

Ground Engaging Tools/Attachments in High Demand

ground engaging tools for heavy machinery

The construction and mining industry uses ground engaging tools/attachments for their heavy equipment and machinery. These attachments include bucket teeth, adapters, lip shrouds, side cutters, ripper shanks, and much more. These ground engaging tools play an important role in keeping construction machinery functioning properly when lifting heavy loads and conducting specific projects. Without proper functioning… Read Full Article »

Housing Developments Increasing Around Houston

Housing Development Boom in Texas

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 »

Railway Coming to Texas

Vector speed train. Set of modern high speed train silhouettes, outlines, contours. High-speed train in motion. Isolated on white background

We’ve talked about how transportation is changing in the United States before. It’s a need that we as a nation need to address more frequently and solve the issues that we’re having. When it comes to trains, Europe and other countries have been successful with building high speed rails for countries. Many cities across the… Read Full Article »

Texas Construction & Infrastructure Enticing People to Move Here

Renewable energy in Texas

Texas has been a destination for people for several years. Now, it’s gaining ground in the attraction of people relocating their permanent living arrangements. What is the real reason behind this? Well, the warmer weather is one of the main reasons, but also job placement in several Texas cities is a major attraction for young… Read Full Article »

New Construction Technology Paving the Way to Other Planets

Heavy machinery for construction

Texas A&M has been diving deep into new construction materials that could be used on other planets. As we know, the NASA rover landed on Mars, which is a promising accomplishment for our country and space exploration. Construction technology has come a long way on our planet, but if we’re advancing our construction technology to… Read Full Article »

Texas Construction Industry Hit from Severe Winter Storms

Texas Construction affected by snowstorms

Texans this winter have experienced record breaking severe winter storms. The ice and snow have caused many hardships in the state of Texas. We’re not used to the severe winter weather here, so being prepared has not been the best. The construction industry has had to halt many projects due to the bad weather. This… Read Full Article »

What Will 2021 Look Like for the Construction Industry?

Construction in 2021

As we round third and head home into the year 2021, we take a look back at the crisis of 2020. This year was very challenging and devastating for the world with the Coronavirus Pandemic surging across the planet in March. The United States and many other countries had to fight the virus while try… Read Full Article »