Video: Behind-the-Scenes with Cat B15 Smart Phone Test

Watch this to learn about the making of "Gravity", a video highlighting the ruggedness of the Cat B15 Smartphone.

May 14, 2014

"Gravity" puts one of the newest Cat products, the Cat B15 Smartphone, to the test to see if it's as rugged as the company's much larger products. Gravity opens with a Cat MH3049 Material Handler dropping a phone into a pool of water from 35 ft. Then, a Cat 277D Multi Terrain Loader runs over 600 phones placed on the ground. Watch the video to see how the phones fared. #BuiltForIt

Watch the full Gravity video: Cat B15 Smart Phone Tested By High Dive, Tractor Tread

Learn more: http://www.cat.com/BuiltForIt

Caterpillar

White Cap has also acquired Crimson Steel Supply, LLC (Crimson Steel), a distributor and fabricator of engineered steel rebar and structural steel products serving non-residential and infrastructure end markets.

White Cap Expands Reach in Oklahoma, Oregon

White Cap has acquired Bend Construction - a supplier of struts, fasteners, anchors, and concrete accessories and products - and Crimson Steel - a distributor and fabricator of engineered steel rebar and structural steel products.

The Port of Baltimore is used by many of the largest construction machinery manufacturers.

Construction Supply Chain and the Baltimore Bridge Collapse

How much will construction and other supply chains be impacted by the collapse of the Baltimore Bridge and the suspension of traffic through the Port of Baltimore? End users may temporarily face delays and increases.

Emerging technologies and advancements including visual intelligence, sensors, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, robotics, immersive collaboration and 3D printing are surging in popularity among contractors and construction professionals.

Construction Trends for 2024

While the industry will continue to go through transformation like many others, those willing to marry the fundamentals of the craft with new technology and sustainable building methods can continue to experience great success in 2024 and beyond.

Adobe Stock 386516233

Utility Field Tech Tips

With utility contractors bracing for explosive growth, we asked Tilson CTO Jason Burns what his company was using and what steers their advisory group gives utility contractors.

Adobe Stock 255168806

Key Partnerships Improve Worksite Safety for the Roadbuilding Industry

Between 2021-2023 driving related fatalities increased. Traffic collisions are happening more frequently, and with more severe results. How can contractors, roadway workers stay safe and protect themselves better?

Designed for rugged outdoor applications, the new Algiz RT10 tablet features an IP67 rating and the ability to withstand water, dust, shock and extreme temperatures.

Handheld Launches Heavy-duty Tablet for Construction Sites

Designed for rugged outdoor applications, the new Algiz RT10 tablet features an IP67 rating and the ability to withstand water, dust, shock and extreme temperatures.

The first rollout of the BuildWitt Training platform offers bite-size training videos on five critical construction jobs: laborer, grade checker, pipelayer, operator and field supervisor or foreman.

BuildWitt Announces Development of Construction Training Software

The first rollout of the BuildWitt Training platform offers bite-size training videos on five critical construction jobs: laborer, grade checker, pipelayer, operator and field supervisor or foreman.

Sena Tufftalk M 01 01

Sena Tufftalk M Headset

Headset with Mesh Intercom technology combines hearing protection with hands-free communication.

Cardo Crew Comm Set

Cardo Crew Comm-Set Smart Mesh Hearing Protector

Smart Mesh Intercom system is combined with an ergonomically designed, noise protection headset.

The Cat S62 Rugged Smartphone

The Cat S62 Rugged Smartphone - "The Boss"

Available exclusively by T-Mobile, the Caterpillar-branded S62 Rugged Smartphone was designed to survive the jobsite as well home life.

Money Stretch100 Dollar

What to Say When Your Customer Says 'Your Price is Too High'

When a customer responds with, “Your bid is too high,” try the following response; remember to be respectful.

Maxresdefault 60c7c69da17de

LafargeHolcim Turns to Zello for Push-to-talk and Dispatch Solution

Learn why LafargeHolcim, one of the world’s largest building materials suppliers, chose to partner with Zello for its push-to-talk and dispatch solution. Spoiler alert: the answers are safety and efficiency.

Zello Dispatch Hub

Zello Launches Dispatch Hub for Safer Driver-Dispatch Communications

Dispatch Hub is a new solution that modernizes dispatcher-driver communications with push-to-talk technology, dispatcher workload sharing, call queuing, location tracking and message replay.

Motorola Mototrbo Ion Data

Motorola Solutions MOTOTRBO Ion Smart Radio

Smart radio provides full Android interface, broadband data capabilities and an open application ecosystem.

Iso Tunes It 38 Pro Aware Full Product

ISOtunes PRO Aware Hearing Protection

PRO Aware provides crystal-clear natural sound with continuous connection to your Bluetooth-enabled devices while ensuring all-day hearing protection.

Bluetooth headsets such as those using Sena's proprietary Mesh Intercom protocol allow hands-free communication across a worksite.

Mesh Communication Offers A New Way to Connect the Construction Worksite

Compare radios vs. new communication headsets, such as those using proprietary Mesh Intercom protocol, and the implications for worker safety and productivity.

Iso Yellow2

ISOtunes XTRA 2.0 Neck-band Style Headphones

XTRA 2.0 is an all-over upgrade to the company's popular neckband-style line while maintaining the classic magnetic earbuds and SafeMax Technology.

7 V1 A6127

ISOtunes LINK Bluetooth Earmuff

Suited for workers who prefer over-ear hearing protection but don't want to compromise their listening experience.

Vb1682034 Bullitt S42 Lifestyle Still008

Cat S42 Rugged Construction Smartphone Beats MIL SPEC

Waterproof and dust-proof smartphones with the Cat brand can all be regularly and thoroughly disinfected by being submerged and scrubbed with hot soapy water or disinfectant for COVID-19 hygiene, and beat severe drop tests

Sena2

Sena Worksite Communications Solutions

Product line offers custom solutions for safe and distanced worksite communication.

Point Source Audio Intercom Headset Audio Headsets 3

Point Source Audio CM-i Family of In-ear Intercom Headsets

Provide noise-isolation typical from big earmuffs in a lightweight design that can be worn comfortably all day under hard hats.

Improve Your Preplanning Agenda for On-the-job Success

6 tips to set preplanning meeting agenda

Sena1

Sena MeshPort Allows Any Headset to Access Construction Network

MeshPort Blue and Red allow teams to integrate most devices, including smartphones, tablets, or other headsets and ear plugs for better communication among construction workers

Dura Force Pro 2 Dynamic Ang Road Sd

DuraForce PRO 2 Smartphone

DuraForce PRO 2 Android smartphone addresses critical tasks such as PTT secure instant communication, Man Down and Emergency alerts with a unique portfolio of accessories.

Dura Xv Extreme Dynamic Right Partially Open W Camera

DuraXV Extreme Flip Phone

Kyocera’s newest flip phone launching spring 2020 with Verizon.

The main difference between Zello and Zello Work, which offers a variety of options for larger organizations, is the ability to access an administration console to manage users and channels centrally.

Zello offers push-to-talk voice communication app for contractors

Zello offers push-to-talk voice communication app for contractors

Screen Shot 2020 03 11 At 7 18 02 Am

[VIDEO] Large Construction Companies Using Zello Walkie Talkie App

Many companies use Zello for driver dispatch among other uses.