One of the biggest buzzwords of the last few years, “blockchain” seems to be getting attached to both tech-centric industries as well as legacy industries. It’s still a pretty obscure word for many people, who have heard it but might not fully understand it or know what it is used for. It’s a concept that may be…
A Shortage of Tradespeople During the latter part of the 20th century, the national push for college hurt the image of vocational programs. Funding for Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs dwindled, with some being closed down entirely. Where this was seen as a career avenue for the Boomer generation, the later generations didn’t want to pursue…
At SEH we seek to provide sustainable, environmentally-responsible construction and excavation by continually reusing and recycle. Highly recyclable products, such as concrete and asphalt are many times 100% recyclable, enabling SEH to be the leader in environmentally friendly, recycling practices. So what benefits have we seen over the years? It’s Good for the Environment This is the…
While some folks might see the growth in mixed-use development throughout the Baltimore region as a rise, it’s really a rebound – after all, our cities were the original mixed-use developments, with industry, retail, and residential all combined into the same area and the same city blocks. With industrialization and the introduction of the skyscraper, mixed-use zoning…
The ability to control and guide a massive piece of machinery is not second nature for most people. It is a skill that needs to be trained and learned. Some people can do incredible things with heavy equipment – just take a look at the equipment rodeo and machinery tricks video out there. Bulldozers, excavators, graders, loaders,…
When you’re hired into a job or thrown onto a new job site, you need to adapt and learn, seek mentorship and be prepared to grow. Just like with plants, you need a little bit of help along the way. You can’t just toss a seed on the ground and expect a tree to pop up. You…
As a local business owner, from a small start-up to a long-time service provider, making your business part of your community is imperative to creating long-term relationships and excellent visibility. Not only can it help to increase your business on a daily basis, it can lead to other benefits – acceptance, longevity, a sense of belonging. It’s…
The most common interview question: “Give me an example of your strengths and your weaknesses.” Identifying Your Strengths and Weaknesses There are plenty of tests out there that you can use to identify your strengths and weaknesses. Some of them are a bit more revealing than others. The Forbes Coaches Council compiled a list of tests they recommend, and…
Excavation and Construction Impact The EPA sees construction as a major contributor to environmental issues – which is why they provide a monster 255-page guide outlining environmental obligations throughout construction projects. It’s a real page turner on responsible excavation. It is important though, and it highlights much of the impact poorly-done construction can have on the environment….
Safety on the job site is paramount to our team at SEH Excavating Contractors. It is our responsibility to our team to ensure that they get home safe to their friends and family every day. In 2016, 5,190 workers were killed on the job in the United States – over 14 deaths every day. Of those deaths,…
It’s hard to imagine the excavation projects of the past. Massive projects including city development, public works projects, and the tunnels and utilities we utilize every day were done with primitive machines, or in some cases, no machines at all. Today, we can excavate projects, pour and grade asphalt, and install utilities in the matter of days,…