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Anyone in the industry knows that even the smallest of inaccuracies can lead to complex and costly problems in any aspect of construction or manufacturing. Details matter, and when small mistakes occur, including in precision shims, entire projects can suffer failure, delays, and costly overruns. 
Precision in manufacturing and engineering is a critical component to everything you do. With custom shims, critical components to your project, you need that precision to be on target every time. 
Does precision matter that much? To find out, read on to learn a bit more about where precision matters the most and how to ensure you always receive custom machined shims. 

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Utilizing precision waterjet cutting, you gain several key advantages. That includes speed, precision results, and competitive pricing on all of the cutting services you need. Why does water matter so much? Utilizing our waterjet cutting services, you'll leverage several key benefits, no matter your project or application. If you are looking for a better solution for cutting, let our professionals explore how waterjet cutting technology can change the game (and improve your business). 

Waterjet cutting is just what it sounds like. This type of technology uses very precise and effective technology to fabricate the cut of material. Instead of blades or heat, this technology

Compression testing isn’t just required by many state and federal safety regulations, it’s also a good idea. Knowing the true strength of a batch of grout only comes from accurately testing multiple samples. Maintaining the durability of testing machines is the only way to get the results you need without running afoul of American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. Yet it’s often challenging to keep ensuring accuracy in compression tests over time due to issues like rust and general wear and tear. 
Rust prevention in laboratory equipment is a constant struggle. Not only is ambient humidity a problem, but the dust released from broken or damaged grout samples can accelerate corrosion. Using the right equipment, such as an unbonded capping system for high strength grout samples, can protect your testing apparatus and prevent damage. Choosing an unbonded

A 2022 survey by CITB found that in the construction and engineering industries, 34% of employers felt that their companies had skills gaps that needed to be addressed. This showcases the importance of construction site training benefits and hands-on construction learning. The value of on-site training in construction can make or break the success of your project. One option to consider is Deslauriers' newest initiative for on-site training, providing your team with exceptional value by providing customized training solutions for construction. 
Thor Moody is our leading trainer and is Deslauriers' Corporate Product Education and Training Specialist. He brings over 45 years of industry experience to your real-time construction education presentation, with 15 years in the construction materials consulting space and over 30 years as Regional Sales Manager and Product Developer for Deslauriers. He's an active voting member of ASTM Committee C09 (Concrete and Aggregates) and ASTM Committee

Grout is an essential construction product used to strengthen and stabilize granite tiles, cement blocks, and other masonry. This cementitious substance also provides load distribution properties and reinforcement for steel that is placed into masonry. When working with grout before and during the construction process, you want to ensure that the grout is at its highest quality based on construction material standards. Testing grout using a grout sample box from Deslauriers

Every component of the design and build process must be efficiently completed, but cutting orders can often lead to disasters. Accurate testing in construction is one of the most important components of the process, directly impacting the success of any project. Yet, accuracy is not always taken as seriously as it could be. 

Accurate and reliable test results define the success of a project simply because minute differences and mistakes can lead to incredibly prolific and expensive losses later. Construction projects depend on precise planning and careful design. That design then leads to very accurate execution, when done well, to ensure the stability and success of a project. 
Yet, there are often numerous factors working against companies including highly rigid requirements,

Environmental sustainability in construction is fortunately growing in popularity and in real-world practices. Utilizing renewable construction materials has an impact on the environment, economy, socially and is financially beneficial in the long run. Using green building standards is curbing the 40% of carbon emissions created by the architectural engineering and construction (AEC) industry. 
The AEC is one of the most impactful industrial changes for the environment. The impact of carbon emissions alone is reason enough to choose green building practices, but a number of reasons to use sustainable building materials are endless. Here, we’ll explore why eco-friendly construction practices are so important to business owners, individuals and the planet. 

Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world due to its ease of installation and ability to bear extremely heavy loads. It is one of the few materials that can stand constant exposure to water without deterioration. But, the proper concrete placement in construction is crucial for structural integrity, safety, and aesthetics. 
Here, we explore the nuances of efficient concrete placement that uses modern concrete equipment, such as the Deslauriers Tremie Hopper, to overcome concrete placement challenges. When it comes to construction material handling, concrete placement demands efficiency because extended delays between batching and discharge can lead to a significant loss of concrete workability and project quality. 

Concrete testing is essential to ensuring strong construction and safe foundations throughout the construction industry. Depending on the mixture and its intended use, some cylinder or block samples can go through 64 weeks or more of extended testing. The cylinders may need to be lifted dozens of times onto various testing machines until the process is completed. Testing technicians can easily develop acute strain injuries if they’re handling these samples by hand alone. Ergonomic concrete test cylinder lifting handles protect your staff and help them get through more tests in a single day. Yet if you try to choose a beam specimen lifting handle by cost alone, you’ll end up with a tool that can’t withstand the challenges of regular exposure to corrosive elements. Consider the durability, ease of use, security of the grip, and options for storage between use when selecting concrete testing equipment such as lifting handles. 

Concrete transportation and distribution on construction sites can be messy and problematic. The biggest problem that many contractors face is that concrete is heavy and difficult to spread. When installed in tight spaces, the concrete installation process can be time-consuming and may require extensive clean-up if concrete is spilled or dribbled outside the concrete forms. 
Working with concrete can be difficult even for experienced construction professionals. Yet versatile tools like mini hoppers can make all the difference, delivering efficiency and versatility to construction professionals. 
In this article, we'll examine the transformative potential of concrete mini hoppers in construction, demonstrating how their versatile applications streamline operational workflows, improve safety on job sites, and contribute to environmental sustainability. 
With the correct use of your Deslauriers PVC concrete chute, you can improve efficiency and accessibility while reducing