INSIGHTS

Installing concrete rebar.
September 26, 2025
Learn how to install rebar in concrete step by step. From tools and safety to placement and common mistakes, this guide helps you pour with confidence.
Pouring concrete in the rain.
September 2, 2025
Pouring concrete in the rain isn’t ideal, but it can be done right. Learn what to watch for, how to prep your site, and what tools you'll need to stay on schedule.
A construction site using concrete wall braces.
August 26, 2025
Learn what concrete wall braces are, why they’re essential on construction sites, and how Bracing Systems supports contractors with the right equipment.
A construction worker is pouring concrete into the ground.
April 17, 2025
Stay safe on concrete jobsites. Learn essential concrete safety tips to prevent accidents, protect your crew, and keep your project on track.
A construction worker is working in a hole in the ground.
March 3, 2025
Learn what shoring is in building construction, common types, safety uses, and when contractors need it to support excavations and structures.
A yellow excavator is digging a hole in the dirt on a construction site.
January 27, 2025
Comparing a backhoe vs excavator for your next job? Learn the key differences, benefits, and when to rent or buy each for concrete or masonry work.
A large building is being built with cranes in the background.
January 24, 2025
Explore key 2025 trends in commercial construction, from tech to sustainability. Stay ahead with insights from Bracing Systems—your jobsite partner.
There is a large swimming pool in the backyard of a house.
November 15, 2024
Discover how to color concrete using integral colors, stains, dyes, and surface treatments to achieve durable, decorative concrete finishes.
Concrete is being poured into a bucket with a shovel.
November 4, 2024
Learn best practices for pouring concrete in hot weather, including temperature control, curing tips, and ways to prevent cracking and strength loss.
Show More