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Concrete Industry Outlook: What’s Ahead for 2025 and Beyond
The start of a new year opens the door for countless possibilities — and, for concrete and construction crews, questions as to what comes next. The General Chipping crew has dug deep into online forecasts, expert opinions and industry overviews, all in an effort to better understand the coming year’s construction and concrete industry outlook. From what crews like yours are looking at in terms […]
A Day in the Life of a Concrete Chipper
Concrete chipping is an incredibly niche industry — one with only a handful of companies dedicated solely to the work. That exclusivity can create an air of mystery, but more often than not it results in confusion about what a crew like ours does, why the work is necessary and what an average day looks like. The General Chipping team hopes to provide clarity about […]
National Preparedness Month: Protect Your Crew, Company & Jobs
Simple considerations during National Preparedness Month can help protect workers and operations against the unexpected. September is National Preparedness Month, an opportunity for companies everywhere to assess their situations, pinpoint areas for potential improvement and take steps to remain ready for whatever the future might hold. This annual event is headed up by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). And, although situated at the peak […]
How Does Flooding Affect Concrete? Storm Season Answers and Insights
As wild weather scenarios make headlines more and more frequently, people everywhere find themselves looking for ways to ward off potential storm damage, better protect their construction sites and position communities more safely for the road ahead. For many, that means seeking answers to questions such as “how does flooding affect concrete?” or “what could we be doing better?” At General Chipping, we’re firm believers […]
This National Safety Month, Consider Mental Health, Too
June is National Safety Month. This annual event is an opportunity for crews everywhere to assess day-to-day operations, find areas that could be improved upon and take active measures to better protect team members and those around them. While you should always cover basic concerns such as ensuring your team is up to date on safety training and personal protective equipment (PPE) use, other health […]