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Dare to admit mistakes in the workplace for preventive purposes

Dare to admit mistakes in the workplace for preventive purposes

Published 22/12, 2024 at 19:35

In Europe, there is intensive work within various industry associations to reduce workplace accidents. The goal is, of course, to get incidents down to zero, but the road to get there is long. I recently attended the Swedish industry association The Rental Companies’ autumn meeting. One of the speakers came from the Swedish Work Environment Authority and he talked about the importance of discussing mistakes made by those working on a construction site. He stated that by being more transparent and admitting mistakes we can bring down the number of accidents.

Words from the IACDS President: What to expect in the industry for 2025

Words from the IACDS President: What to expect in the industry for 2025

Published 22/12, 2024 at 19:31

It is widely recognised that the last weeks of the year offer an opportunity to reflect on what we have achieved and the challenges that lie ahead in the coming year. From the International Association of Concrete Drillers and Sawers, IACDS, we can confidently say that this year has been very successful, and we should take pride in our accomplishments.

Like walking on eggs

Like walking on eggs

Published 20/11, 2024 at 16:11

In the times we live in now, my editorial columns have a tendency to be more about the world situation than the industries the magazine covers, but it is inevitable that one is affected by the world situation. In my almost 64 years of life, I have never before experienced such imbalance and uncertainty in the world, at least not in the part of the world where I live and work. As well as Russia's invasion of the Ukraine, the war between Israel and Palestinians, and now Hezbollah in Lebanon, must also be added the American election, which will have a major affect one way or another. Further Trump gained a strong victory in the US election. However, at this point it is difficult to know what that will mean with Trump in the office.

Words from the DA President: The signs have never been so good

Words from the DA President: The signs have never been so good

Published 12/9, 2024 at 13:46

Readers may rub their eyes at this headline and wonder whether demolition contractors in Germany live in a world of their own. But this is by no means the case.

Words from the EDA President: Encouraging innovation and excellence in DDR - the EDA [...]

Words from the EDA President: Encouraging innovation and excellence in DDR - the EDA [...]

Published 12/9, 2024 at 13:40

In today’s rapidly evolving world, where sustainability and innovation are at the forefront of industry discussions, the European Demolition Association (EDA) takes immense pride in organising its Circular Economy Awards.

10 years as Hitachi construction machinery distributor

10 years as Hitachi construction machinery distributor

Published 12/9, 2024 at 13:35

As Rotator Eesti OÜ looks back on 10 years as Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe’s official dealer in Estonia, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate. CEO and board member Aleksander Vares explains: “Since 2014, Rotator Eesti OÜ has been responsible for providing new and used Hitachi machines, maintenance and repairs, and spare parts. We currently have 15 employees and two branches in Tallinn and Tartu, which cater for the most populous cities in the country.”

We are well on our way now

We are well on our way now

Published 12/9, 2024 at 13:34

That many markets around the world are in recession is not news. The reasons are many and different from country to country, but the two major concerns in the world right now, the wars between Russia and Ukraine and between Israel and Gaza, are leaving their mark on all markets. It is like an additional burden on top of all the other economic problems that the world's markets are grappling with. It is undoubtedly an unusual time we live in, with unrest that is affecting the whole world.

Safety tips to be followed while demolishing very tall structures

Safety tips to be followed while demolishing very tall structures

Published 12/9, 2024 at 13:33

Today, in India, very tall structures are being demolished in urban cities consisting of tall multi storeyed buildings, airports, industrial towers, transmission line towers, wind towers etc.

Words from the IACDS President: IACDS Diamond Awards 2025 celebrates excellence in [...]

Words from the IACDS President: IACDS Diamond Awards 2025 celebrates excellence in [...]

Published 12/9, 2024 at 13:32

IACDS Diamond Awards 2025 celebrates excellence in concrete cutting The International Association of Concrete Drillers and Sawers (IACDS) is proud to present the Diamond Awards (www.diamondaward.org), a recognised competition that highlights exceptional work and innovation within the concrete cutting industry. We are honoured to invite professionals and companies from around the world to participate in this unique opportunity to showcase their expertise, creativity, and commitment to excellence.

The pace of life has increased

The pace of life has increased

Published 24/7, 2024 at 09:16

You can’t say that the time we live in now is not eventful. I remember when I grew up in the 1960s and 70s in Sweden in a small town on the border with Norway, the pace of life was so much slower. We had no internet, no mobile phones and two state TV channels without any commercials. We who lived near the border with Norway could also watch the one Norwegian TV channel which had a better selection of programmes than Sweden in my opinion. The shops closed for lunch and closed for the day at 18.00.

What about creating a global federation for increased safety for demolition workers?

What about creating a global federation for increased safety for demolition workers?

Published 18/4, 2024 at 12:58

Something that has baffled me in all the years I've been reporting on the demolition industry is the somewhat weak focus on safety. The demolition industry is the sector within the general building and construction industry where there are undoubtedly the most workplace accidents during a working year when compared to other industry sectors. The construction industry is also the sector with the most fatal accidents. In 2019, 5,333 construction workers died due to work related instances in the US alone.

When it looks hopeless, life somehow finds a way to survive

Published 4/3, 2024 at 10:07

After the Christmas and New Year holidays, work started again, with the Intermat Exhibition’s press days for the international media starting things off. Perhaps not as many exhibitors as hoped for participated, but enough were there to make the event interesting and worthwhile. A few days later, it was time to head to the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas, which would turn out to be the best edition of the show in many years as the American market is highly optimistic – a stark contrast to the pessimism found in many parts of Europe today.

When the chaff is separated from the wheat

When the chaff is separated from the wheat

Published 22/12, 2023 at 10:08

This year is coming to its end; it has been an eventful year to say the least, in a rather sad way. Unfortunately, there are few bright spots in the times we live in, the war in Ukraine continues as does the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Thousands of innocent people have died on both sides and the death toll is increasing fast. When will we start to love each other instead of killing each other because we do not like the colour of someone’s skin or what they believe in?

The market is characterised by irregularity

Published 5/7, 2023 at 07:10

It's a rather strange time we live in, particularly the last five years or so. It all started with the pandemic, which made many people think more seriously about their own life span.

The uneven world today

Published 24/4, 2023 at 09:33

The world these days behaves a little strangely and unevenly, one could say. When the global pandemic broke out in 2020, everything slowed down for a few months, at least in Europe.

Visit to Brazil a break from the turmoil in Europe

Visit to Brazil a break from the turmoil in Europe

Published 6/3, 2023 at 09:40

For four weeks starting at the end of January and including almost all of February, I had the privilege of staying in Brazil. I have visited the country many times since 1985. What struck me this time was that my visit was a break from the unrest in Europe and the war in Ukraine.

Are you riding in the passenger seat?

Are you riding in the passenger seat?

Published 3/1, 2023 at 13:29

When we once again are on the brink of a new year, the experience can vary quite a lot from person to person.

The road back is crooked

Published 19/12, 2022 at 15:44

Soon another year will have passed and the world is still in a state that we can hardly really recognise from before. The world is on the way back to recovery though, but the road back is not exactly straight, as the pandemic has left large parts of the world behind to some extent.

Talk of austerity and recession creates concern in the market

Published 11/10, 2022 at 10:07

When the winds of the recession begin to blow, concern grows among entrepreneurs, suppliers and employees alike. But is the concern always justified, at least to such an extent that it affects the business? Recession is not a new invention, but something that most people in the industry have experienced several times before. The recession is there to be fought. PDi’s editor in chief shares his thoughts on the subject.

Words from the EDA President: Join us at the EDA ‘Think Tank 2022’

Published 3/10, 2022 at 10:21

The European Demolition Association is the trade organisation that brings together the stakeholders related to demolition, decontamination and recycling activities in Europe.

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