Report: Marcellus Shale Larger and More Cost Effective Than Originally Projected

Marcellus Shale Drill SiteAn article just published by the Associated Press cites two recent studies that found the Marcellus Shale natural gas field is much larger and more cost effective to drill than originally projected in government reports.

According to last week’s report from Standard & Poor’s, Marcellus Shale could contain “almost half of the current proven natural gas reserves in the U.S.”

In a separate report from ITG Investment Research, an analysis of the region’s well production data shows that production is Continue reading

ModSpace Introduces Program to Boost Customer Confidence When Renting Mobile Offices and Portable Storage Containers

ModSpace HQ Mobile OfficeModSpace announced an Ultimate Confidence Pledge for customers who rent from its nationwide fleet of mobile office trailers and portable storage containers for use at construction sites, industrial settings, sports and entertainment venues.

“Customers need to act fast and make smart, confident decisions about their suppliers,” says John Lieffrig, VP of North American Sales for ModSpace. “Price is important but when it comes time to make a decision, certainty of quality and service are equally important. The Ultimate Confidence Pledge assures our customers of competitive rates and speed of response and service.”

The ModSpace Ultimate Confidence Pledge delivers on three important drivers in their customers’ decision-making process:

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4 Reasons You Need Onsite Storage

ModSafe Portable Storage for RentPortable storage containers, also called ISO or Connex containers, are quickly becoming a standard item at construction sites. If you still haven’t bought into the value of storage, here are four simple reasons why you should rethink your storage strategy for your next project.

1. Protect Your Assets

Construction site theft of equipment and materials costs you money and delays your project. It’s a bad way to get customers to invite you to their next project. Portable onsite storage assures that your tools and supplies will be there for you every morning.

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4 Must-do Steps for Starting New Construction Projects

Here are four simple steps to get you organized before your next project begins. While they may seem fundamental and obvious, we’ve seen the inefficiencies and costly delays that ensue when these steps are overlooked.

1. Start a checklist

It’s the simplest of things. Write down everything you need to do before work can begin on the  job site, from permits and licenses to job site storage. Check them off as you go. This will make sure even the small stuff is not forgotten, which you’ll undoubtedly discover at the most inopportune time.

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Win a FREE Lease of HQ, the Ultimate Onsite Office

ModSpace HQ Mobile OfficeEnter the HQ Sweepstakes contest now for your chance to win a FREE 12-month lease of the ultimate onsite office. We’ll announce the grand-prize winner on September 24.

Just for entering, you’ll receive a coupon for one free month off any ModSpace mobile office or storage container lease of 6 months or longer. It’s just our way of saying thanks for considering ModSpace.

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Tips for Preventing Construction Site Theft

Construction Site Theft - Copper CableConstruction site theft is on the rise, and expensive delays and replacement costs are the fallout. Copper wiring, generators, and heavy equipment are some of the items at risk.

The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) estimates as much as $1 billion in metals and equipment is stolen from construction sites each year. And a 2009-2011 report by the NICB revealed that metal theft claims jumped 81 percent over numbers from 2006-2008, an increase driven by the economic downturn and the rising price of base metals.

Thieves are looking for more than metals. Equipment theft is also a significant threat to contractors and subs. According to the NCIB, in 2010 there were 13,374 reports of heavy equipment theft, valued at around $400 million, of which only 19 percent was recovered. This year, 43 percent of thefts were reported in just five states, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.

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SpaceMax Foldable Building Breaks Assembly Speed Record

We told you in a recent blog post how SpaceMax is easily transported anywhere in the world by truck, train, boat or plane. Now you can see how the world’s most versatile foldable building can be assembled and ready to use in minutes.

Click on the video below to watch SpaceMax in action.