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Reflections from AggNexus 2025

At AggNexus, companies showcased cutting-edge innovations in heavy construction from IoT and robotics, to AI and logistics. While the technology is impressive, industry adoption often stalls due to resistance to change, lack of data integration, and optional rather than mandatory use, leaving powerful tools underutilized and siloed instead of embedded in workflows.
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Winter is coming! The Ultimate Guide for Road Salt in 2025

Road salt is essential for winter safety, preventing ice formation and keeping roads passable. Different types—from basic rock salt to advanced blends—are chosen based on temperature, location, and cost.
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Construction’s New Era: Competing When the Boom Stalls

2025 is a reset year for heavy civil contractors. Those still operating under pre-2020 methods are falling behind, while the ones winning DOT, utility, and large site development work are those adapting quickly to new rules and industry shifts.
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Who’s Picking Up the Tab?

In construction, extending long payment terms to loyal clients often feels like part of the relationship, similar to the running tab joke in Cheers. While it’s rooted in trust and history, relying on delayed payments can become risky and costly, especially when cash flow and access to capital are critical.
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