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Modular Barrier Fence System Offers Construction-Grade™ Versatility and Security

Looking for the latest innovation in barrier fencing? Does your existing barrier fence system damage easily or leave gaps for outsider access points or footholds? Is it difficult to handle and transport? Are fencing attachments damaging your barriers? High-rise construction, renovation and remodeling, airport construction, and securing pedestrian traffic near construction all pose different

By |2024-03-19T18:21:40+00:00December 20th, 2023|Lean Construction, News, Perimeter Safety|

OSHA Guardrail Requirements Broken Down

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™

By |2024-03-19T18:29:58+00:00December 8th, 2023|Construction Safety, Leading Edge Safety, News|

Scholarship Auction Benefits Women Entering the Construction Industry

Looking for a fun way to purchase gifts for an important cause? Support Women entering the construction industry by participating in the NAWIC Scholarship Auction today thru Saturday night, December 2. NAWIC's recent focus has been to encourage women to enter the industry and become leaders in this truly fulfilling field. All the proceeds

By |2024-03-19T18:22:10+00:00December 1st, 2023|News, Women In Construction|

High-Rise and Roofing Construction Workers: 3 Ways to Eliminate Risk at Height

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

By |2024-03-19T18:29:59+00:00October 30th, 2023|Construction Safety, Leading Edge Safety, News|

Made In America.

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

By |2024-03-19T18:23:38+00:00October 12th, 2023|Lean Construction, News|

“Sustaining” 5S Methodology in Construction

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

By |2024-03-19T18:24:02+00:00October 11th, 2023|Lean Construction, News|

How to Apply the 5S “Standardize” Method on Job Sites

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

By |2024-03-19T18:24:02+00:00October 3rd, 2023|Lean Construction, News|

Construction Barrier Fence Protects Xcel Energy Street Project

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

How to Apply the 5S “Setting” Method on Job Sites

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

By |2024-03-19T18:24:02+00:00September 1st, 2023|Lean Construction, News|