When it comes to fall protection, educating crew members about safety risks and procedures is the first line of defense. But there are also safety solutions that can lower the risk of falls when carrying out construction and concrete work. These safety adjustments not only make job sites safer, but they can also help prevent […]

Things are heating up (quite literally) on construction work sites, and that means it’s time to update that summer playlist to include classic songs the whole crew can get down to when the temperature rises. While crew safety should always be the top priority on site, there’s no reason not to have fun with this […]

Maintenance — especially concrete drum cleaning — is a cornerstone practice that keeps your fleet of redi mix trucks running smoothly. At General Chipping, we sometimes hear people say chemical cement mixer drum cleaners are all they need to maintain their ready-mix drums and trucks, but that’s only one part of a successful maintenance program. […]

Imagine the day-to-day experience of a road construction worker — trying to get your work done while cars and trucks race past you at 70 miles per hour or more. It’s not difficult to understand why 2-3% of all workplace fatalities occur at road construction sites. Add to that the number of drivers and passengers […]

Concrete truck accidents are fairly common in construction and concrete work. And, although it makes sense, considering the fact that crews are constantly traveling between pour sites and cement plants, the issue remains concerning. After all, it isn’t merely the vehicles that risk damage during concrete truck accidents. Nearby structures, businesses — and, most importantly, […]

May is International Drum Month, a lesser-known holiday that — in our minds, at least — deserves more recognition than it receives. Why? Because, although it was developed in honor of the percussion instrument, it also presents an ideal opportunity to pay homage to the concrete mixing drum. (And at General Chipping, we think those […]

As people everywhere continue to key in on ways to curb climate change, the cement industry’s focus is on CO2 emissions. And it has been for a while. Why? Because cement is a key ingredient in one of the world’s most popular and versatile building materials — concrete. As such, there’s a lot of production […]

Concrete setting plays a crucial role in the construction of our roadways, sidewalks and structures — and in making sure those elements remain safe for use. Even so, it’s a concept that few people outside of the concrete and construction trades fully understand. While many people out there believe concrete setting simply involves waiting for […]

What is concrete? While it’s fair to say most people visiting the General Chipping website probably know concrete and cement aren’t the same thing, not everyone is in the same boat. In fact, you might be surprised to learn just how many people are unclear when it comes to this simple fact. If you find […]

A wide range of job site precautions — such as those related to pneumatic tool safety — come into play when you’re working with concrete. Whether your work involves concrete chipping, grinding or concrete drilling, you‘ll often find yourself using handheld jackhammers, concrete grinders or high-impact combination hammers. Here’s how to keep yourself safe while […]