Bon’s line of contractor-grade hand tools and materials for the building trades has been expanded with over 350 new parts which are included in the recently released annual issue of Bon’s Master Catalog. This 2019 catalog includes over 5,000 parts, representing the majority of Bon’s product offering.
Press Releases
General Equipment Appoints New National Sales Manager
General Equipment Company, manufacturers of extreme duty light construction equipment, is pleased to announce Greg Kunderman has joined the company as National Sales Manager where he will have responsibility for the development and coordination of sales for national and independent accounts. He will also oversee long term sales strategy development as well as General Equipment’s sales representative organizations for North America.
Bosch’s 1,200-Lumen Connected LED Area Light Brings Bluetooth to the Jobsite
Controlling an area light shining over the entire jobsite can be tricky when it’s strapped to the rafters. That’s why Bosch is introducing the future of connected lighting. The Bosch GLI18V-1200C 18V Connected LED Area Light with Bluetooth offers users full control over the smart light using a mobile device. Pros can now turn the light on and off remotely, dim the light to the desired brightness, put it on a timer and even check the battery – all from the free Bosch Toolbox App.
Connecticut Awarded State Affiliate of the Year Award by NRMCA
The Connecticut Ready Mixed Concrete Association was awarded the 2018 State Affiliate of the Year award by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association at the annual luncheon for state affiliate organizations March 6th, 2019. The award ceremony was part of the annual NRMCA convention held at the Saddlebrook Resort in Tampa Florida.
From Start to Finishing – Husqvarna’s Range of Compaction and Concrete Placement Equipment
Husqvarna Construction Products’ compaction and concrete placement equipment helps support customers from the ground up.
Husqvarna Opens New Distribution Center in Lenexa, Kansas
Husqvarna Construction Products, headquartered in Olathe, Kan., has expanded with a brand new 150,000 sq ft distribution center. The center, located in Lenexa, Kan., is only a mile away from our present headquarters and central warehouse.
Kingspan Showcases Insulation Solutions for Concrete Applications at World of Concrete 2019
Architects and builders working with a wide variety of concrete applications are seeking insulation solutions that deliver outstanding performance and provide cost saving benefits.
Prosoco Hires Ed Fox for Concrete Flooring Sales
Ed Fox, an industry veteran with more than 34 years of experience in the construction industry, has joined Prosoco as a concrete flooring specialist. Out of his home base of Charlotte, N.C., Fox will provide technical service and job-site support to customers in Maryland, D.C., Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, […]
Construction Employment Increases in 44 States from January 2018 to January 2019
Forty-four states added construction jobs between January 2018 and January 2019, while 33 states added construction jobs between December and January, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data released today. Association officials cautioned that the employment gains may not last without an increase in the number of people trained for construction careers.
Iowa City Wood-Framed Construction Project Engulfed in Fire-Ball Explosion
A fire erupted at the Hodge-Hieronymus Square Development in Iowa City, causing an estimated $1 million in damage. The result of the fire marshal’s investigation on Wednesday revealed that the fire was caused by a liquid propane-fueled radiant heater that came in contact with combustible sub-floor adhesives. Though the project was originally slated for completion by the end of this year, the fire could result in significant delays.







