Industry Resources

Sumner is a leading manufacturer of construction lifts, making Florida material handling easy and safe. Read our article to learn which lift is right for you.

In 2014, nearly 40% of the 874 deaths in the construction industry were a result of falls, and the number of injuries related to fall-related accidents each year is staggering. In addition to the risk of injury, falls cost business owners millions in compensation, lost time, and third party lawsuits annually.

A lift is one of the most common ways to move inventory and materials from one place to another in an industrial or commercial setting. However, there are a variety of options on the market in an array of styles and sizes, so some business owners find it difficult to choose the right one.

There are three types of drills/cutting tools that are commonly used for concrete demolition: the demolition hammer, the rotary hammer, and the hammer drill, and each has a different use. Before renting or investing in a new tool, learn more about these top 3 concrete drilling and cutting tools. 

Most people can figure out that wood screws are used to join two pieces of wood together and that sheet metal screws are appropriate for attaching metal panels. But projects often require fasting different materials to each other: drywall to wood, wood to steel, aluminum to plastic, etc. Knowing the logic behind screw design gives builders insight into which screw will give them the best opportunity to deliver a successful project.

More than one in every six construction-related deaths is a result of contact with electricity. Clearly, your first mistake involving electricity could be your last. Electricians are not the only workers at risk.

Choosing construction safety equipment for the job site is always an important decision-making process for Florida contractors. Learn more.

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The Concrete Screw has been sold under many variations and brand names for many years. The most recognizable being the Tapcon Brand, patented by the ITW Buildex Company. The Tapcon was and is a remarkable invention. It actually cuts threads in a concrete hole drilled to a specific dimension and are used to anchor a wide variety of items to the concrete. It does the job very well.

Anchors works by inserting them into holes in the concrete or masonry base material then expanding them to “grip” the hole walls to hold fixture via bolts or screws. Anchors can be divided into two general groups: male and female.

By following these 6 easy steps, you will ensure that your safety harness is in good condition and is worn properly. It could save your life.

The right silica dust collection systems will help to improve overall air quality on a jobsite. Keep up with OSHA's regulations involving silica dust safety.