Most of us in the construction industry have used the same style perimeter fencing for years and have come to expect it as the norm. Cheap, bending, falling over, messy sandbags. Have you ever wondered, "why do I keep using this $#!++% fence? Is there a better option?" What is the difference between
A loyal and repeat customer of Hilmerson, Madigan + Company, is Aspen Colorado's premiere property development team specializing in custom homes, hotels, and commercial buildings. Hilmerson provided robust security fencing to protect a 5,000 SF remodel in the heart of Aspen that included 5' x 12' high robust fence panels with weighted bases (no
For contractors, providing a workplace free of danger while working at height is a big responsibility, especially since we know falls continue to be construction’s leading cause of death. OSHA requires fall protection provided at elevations of six feet in the construction industry to prevent workers from falling off overhead platforms, elevated work stations
Commercial Construction Industry Embracing Sustainability I’ve long believed it’s our responsibility to protect our planet. It is exciting to see the commercial construction industry’s willingness to embrace sustainability, often through LEED-certified projects. Hilmerson Safety® is proud to have deployed Modular Jib Systems or “sky hooks” as well as our safety rail system and cart
Thanks Red Wing Shoe Co. for helping to keep worker safety in the forefront and for inviting Debra Hilmerson to participate in "For Work That Moves The World". Read the feature article: Deb Hilmerson: A Life's Work in Elevating Worker Safety About Deb Hilmerson Changing a mindset takes a mountain of grit, something
Turner Construction wanted a robust, OSHA compliant guardrail system to protect workers and trade partners from falls from heights. They were looking for a simple, robust, construction-grade system™ that was easy to install, stack, store, ship and reuse on future projects. Deploying a reusable guardrail system vs. standard wasteful 2x4’s guardrails saves time, money & project
A robust barrier fence system was requested to provide superior site safety and security for a full public school renovation located alongside a heavily trafficked residential road and neighborhood. The contractor is a fence supplier and wanted a fencing product they could use and reuse for years. The Hilmerson Barrier Fence System™ was selected
Are you a contractor looking for ways to improve construction site security while reducing your company liabilities? Maybe you’ve had equipment stolen or suspect trespassers have accessed your site overnight. Or maybe you’re over-focused on production and have lost sight of your liability and risk that an unsecure job site presents to you and
Improving the Efficiency of Leading-Edge Safety Methods in Construction Mobile Guardrail Cart Patent The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has awarded Hilmerson Safety® U.S. Patent D959,085 S for its guardrail storage platform, the foundational mechanism of the Hilmerson Safety Rail System™ kit. Granted on July 26, 2022, the patent recognizes the invention of
President and CEO, Deb Hilmerson, was featured in the July 2022 issue of Fence News USA. In this article, Deb talks about how she found her passion for construction safety, being a woman in the industry, and more. Check out the article: "Every Experience Prepares You for What's Next". "There are times you forgot
