In anticipation of the $498 million project, JE Dunn / Blue Hat Rentals opted for the robust Hilmerson Barrier Fence System™ to compliment their owned concrete barriers and to ensure perimeter security and protection from the public for this high-profile project. Notably, they have chosen the Hilmerson Barrier Fence System™ as a reliable solution,
Recognizing potential fall risks is just one way of maintaining a safe workplace, and it’s crucial to understand the OSHA guardrail requirements to guarantee compliance on your job site. When choosing a guardrail system for your job, it’s important to pick one that is OSHA-compliant. Hilmerson has created the Hilmerson Safety Rail System™ to
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The construction industry is massive employing 8 million workers that build $2.1 trillion in structures annually.* However, the reward comes with risk. In 2021 there were 1,015 construction job related deaths with falls being the leading cause.* As an industry, it is our duty to lower the risk for our 8 million workers and
Progress, Innovation, Durability, Simplicity, Made in America... This is the backbone of Hilmerson’s product portfolio. At Hilmerson Safety, we take pride in being Made in America. Our President & CEO, Deb Hilmerson, sets the tone for our approach: “Many of our predecessors’ “bend” guardrail or fencing with profits in mind from the lens
Sustaining Excellence Implementing the 5S Method's Sustain Step on Job Sites Is your construction site getting bogged down by lack of safety, efficiency, and organization? The 5S method's "Sustain" step emphasizes the importance of sustaining processes that work to keep operations flowing. At Hilmerson Safety, our products are created to help you achieve
Create and Maintain Standardized Processes on Your Job-Sites. The "Standardize" 5S Lean Approach Efficiency and organization are key factors in delivering successful construction projects. The 5S method, a renowned approach to workplace organization, provides valuable insights into achieving these goals. In this blog post, we will explore the "Standardize" step of the 5S
Q3 Contracting, a Primoris Company, is taking charge of traffic control as Xcel Energy embarks on manhole and duct line projects at the busy intersection of Robert and 5th in downtown St. Paul, MN. Given the high volume of pedestrians attempting to cross the street, it became evident that some would resort to hopping
Maintain Cleanliness and Organization on Job-Sites The "Shine" 5S Lean Approach On your construction site, safety should always be a top priority. One method that has gained recognition for enhancing safety in construction is the 5S method. In this blog post, we will delve into the "Shine" step of the 5S method, which
Eliminate Obstacles and Hazards The "Setting" 5S Lean Approach Whether you are an architect, engineer, general contractor, or trade contractor adopting a lean approach can reduce waste and optimize productivity and ultimately improve operational results. But, you need to stop and continually evaluate your methods, talk with your teams and brainstorm where you