[VIDEO] GPS Grading Takes Griffin Contracting, Inc. to the Next Level

A Georgia contractor uses grade control technology and John Deere SmartGrade machines to achieve millimeter accuracy and reduce costs on grading projects.

January 6, 2020

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Construction Project Cancellations Sweeping the Nation as Coronavirus Intensifies Funding Shortfalls

Fourteen states and 19 local authorities have delayed or canceled road, transit and airport projects worth $8.58 billion, according to a report released this week by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association.

Caterpillar makes pilot controls with pattern changer available even on its entry-level machines. This makes it easier for operators to switch back and forth between excavator and backhoe operation.

Tips to Simplify Backhoe-loader Selection

With more features and options to sort through than ever, backhoe-loader manufacturers offer advice to help you determine which model will best meet your needs.

The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry’s Safety and Health Codes Board voted to approve an emergency temporary standard on infectious disease prevention in response to the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19.

Virginia Enacts First State COVID-19 Emergency Workplace Safety Standard

Oregon moves toward writing a similar enforceable safety standard and Washington takes a different approach to regulating COVID-19 safety on the job

Unlike other mortar-based 3D printable products, the advanced concrete mix produced by QUIKRETE is formulated to include coarse aggregate specifically for use with CC Corp’s proprietary 3D printing system.

Quikrete, Contour Crafting Develop 3D Printed Concrete Mix

The QUIKRETE Companies and the Contour Crafting Corporation (CC Corp) recently entered into a collaboration to develop proprietary concrete used in the automated construction of residential, commercial, industrial and government structures using Contour

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ZIPLEVEL EZDepth

ZIPLEVEL EZDepth for excavators, backhoes, skid steers and other heavy equipment provides accurate operator readings without risks to a laser rod man.

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GPS Technology Can Improve Paving Operations

To keep track of the trucks, their maintenance and their productivity, Simon Contracting uses FleetWatcher Materials Management System

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Trimble SPS986 GNSS Smart Antenna

As a GNSS rover, the SPS986 compensates for movement and readings when the receiver is not level. As a base station, it automatically connects and transmit RTK corrections to rovers or machine control systems

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Level Best Precision Grader Blade

108-in.-wide blade adjusts in four directions and works with all makes of 2D and 3D guidance systems

With Hitachi Solution Linkage Integrated Grade Control with Topcon, the machine controls the boom and bucket as the operator handles the arm.

Hitachi Previews Solution Linkage Integrated Grade Control

New excavator grade control technology developed in cooperation with Topcon allows an operator to set a grade and hold it

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Leica iCON Grade Solutions for Dozers and Motor Graders on MC1 Platform

iCON grade solutions for dozers and motor graders is now on the one-for-all MC1 software platform

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John Deere Grade Management Path

Grade Management Path provides customers with the options and flexibility they need to add grade management to their business, whether they are looking at this technology for the first time or interested in upgrading to a premium solution.

Komatsu’s intelligent Machine Control (iMC) is a suite of features that utilizes advanced machine technology—some of it patent-pending—to increase dozer productivity.

Komatsu Premieres intelligent Machine Control 2.0

Komatsu’s intelligent Machine Control (iMC) is a suite of features that utilizes advanced machine technology—some of it patent-pending—to increase dozer productivity.

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Tierra Vista+ Fleet Management Solution

Vista+ was conceived for the management of mixed fleets, intended for any after-market user in the construction field.

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[VIDEO] Komatsu Intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Automates Bulk Earthmoving

Komatsu claims the grade-automation system can save 60% more than previous systems by automatically cutting or/stripping from existing terrain like an experienced operator

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Samsara J1939 Cable Fleet Management Solution

The J1939 cable is a heavy equipment cable that connects yellow iron of all models to the cloud and tracks real-time GPS, engine performance and diagnostic data.

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Leica MC1 for Stringless Paving

With the all-in-one machine control platform MC1, Leica Geosystems delivers an intelligent and intuitive hardware and software combination supporting multiple machines for the heavy construction industry, including asphalt pavers

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Simple Excavating Technology Doubles Productivity

Flexible grade-indicating system helps small excavating business stand out, and save money, in a competitive climate

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LBX and Trimble Announce Precision Grade Upgrade Kits

LBX and Trimble Link-Belt Precision Grade —powered by Trimble Earthworks—upgrade kits for Link-Belt 160 X4, 245 X4 Spin Ace and 350 X4 hydraulic excavators.

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Topcon Brings Pro Racer to CONEXPO to Talk about How Technology is Improving Asphalt Paving

Formula 3 driver James Roe Jr. will speak daily about his experience with tracks before and after being paved with Topcon SmoothRide

iDig's touch screen display mounted in the cab shows an operator the machine's bucket in relation to surrounding surfaces. A light bar with red, orange, and green LEDs shows the operator when the bucket teeth are on grade.

Sergeant & Sons Adapt Family Excavating Business to the Future with Grade-check Tech

iDig grade-indicating technology with simple setup and swapping between machines speeds septic installations and reassigns grade checkers to more productive work

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[VIDEO] New Komatsu Proactive Dozing Control Coming to CONEXPO

Komatsu automatic dozer control constantly gathers information about existing site conditions to provide more-detailed support to operators that reflects the current condition of the working grade

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Libra Sentinel GPS Truck/Asset Management Solution

[PODCAST] Caterpillar Pairs Trimble Earthworks Go with Its Box Blade for Accurate, Quality Grading

Kris Nagy speaks with Curt Bennink about how grading can be more productive with less people using the new Trimble Earthworks Go program

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Construction Equipment Gets More Precise

Systems which automate various machine functions are bringing improved accuracy and efficiency to the jobsite.

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[VIDEO] DC Excavation Supercharges Its Employees and Business with Trimble Technology

See how Dane Cotten and DC Excavation utilize Trimble technology to supercharge his team to get jobs of all sizes done with speed and accuracy.

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Komatsu Gets Proactive with Dozer Machine Control 100% of the Time

Fully integrated dozing control system lets operators perform auto-stripping, auto-spreading and high-production dozing, as well as finish grading

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ClearPathGPS Dash Cam Detects Harsh Operating and Damage While Parked

Sensors detect harsh braking, acceleration, turning and crashes automatically, as well as detecting impact and broken glass events while an equipped vehicle is parked