Author name: Nathan Beste

Earlier this morning America’s favorite varmint weatherman, Punxsutawney Phil (the “seer of seers, the prognosticator of prognosticators”) emerged at Gobbler’s Knob with welcome news: “ … but what this weather did not provide, was a shadow, or reason to hide! Glad tidings on this Groundhog day, an early spring is on the way!” – Punxsutawney […]

The Build America, Buy America Act is expected to create more job opportunities in the USA. From small to larger business, including enterprises that may have a disadvantage by requiring the use of US products to be federally funded. Why is this a big deal? Creating and keeping jobs in the United States means strengthening

The Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) is a federal law that requires that certain infrastructure projects funded by the federal government must use iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials produced in the United States. BABAA was enacted in 2021 as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and it is one of

In a world where labels, signs, and tags are everywhere – do we really take the time to read them? Labels may seem repetitive, or unimportant; however, their value could save a life.  LEM Products, a Trident company, specializes in Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) labels, from nameplates for machinery to all-weather decals for outdoor signage.

September is National Preparedness Month, a time to focus on being prepared for all types of disasters, from natural to man-made. National Preparedness reminds us of the importance of being focused, having a plan, and staying informed.  This year’s theme is, “Take Control in 1,2,3.” The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us that we need to

The BABA Act, also known as the Build America Buy American Act, is a proposed legislation that aims to strengthen domestic manufacturing and promote the procurement of American-made products for federal infrastructure projects. The act was passed as a law on November 15, 2021, and formally went into effect on May 14, 2022.  The Act

The US pipeline infrastructure is a critical component of the country’s energy supply chain. These pipelines transport oil, natural gas, and other energy resources across the US to power homes and businesses alike. While these pipelines are safe, accidents and leaks can occur, which is why regulations exist to ensure that these pipelines are appropriately

Trench safety month is observed every year in June. It is a month dedicated to raising awareness about the hazards involved in trenching and excavation work. The goal is to promote safe work practices and prevent accidents and fatalities from occurring on the job site. Digging trenches and excavating is common in many industries such

This article was recently published in the 2023 July/August edition of ISE Magazine. According to the 2021 DIRT report1 (Damage Information Reporting Tool), over 90,000 reported damages occurred to underground telecommunications and cable TV lines in the United States alone. The total number of damages has risen significantly since 2019, and the total estimated cost