Report: Las Vegas Among Top Cities for Theft of Construction Equipment

Las Vegas ranks among the nation's top five cities for the theft of seemingly difficult-to-conceal items - heavy equipment such as backhoes and bulldozers, according to a report released today by the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

September 9, 2011

Las Vegas ranks among the nation's top five cities for the theft of seemingly difficult-to-conceal items - heavy equipment such as backhoes and bulldozers, according to a report released today by the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

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The construction industry already is adopting AI to fundamentally change and speed up the building process.

AI in Construction: What to Expect

Instead of wading through construction documents to determine appliance packages or contract obligations, workers can type the question into their cell phone and Chat GPT will provide the answer.

AI can play a pivotal role in optimizing supply chain processes even without a fully developed data strategy.

6 Steps to AI Adoption in Construction

By implementing AI in areas that don't require extensive data infrastructure, businesses can lay the foundation for a more innovative and resilient future.

Dynamic insights, gained using predictive models powered by AI, can help employees to make data-informed decisions which typically lead to enhanced project outcomes.

Construction AI Strengths & Weaknesses

The construction industry stands at the precipice of a transformative era fueled by artificial intelligence and ever-increasing pressure to build utilities, transport, energy, and housing to meet the needs of a growing population.

The ZTR M7 enables IoT technology on a wide range of equipment across the construction industry, pulling rich machine insights from any location across the globe.

How Telematics Solutions are Aiding Equipment Rental

Here's a list of some of the latest telematics products and solutions from companies around the industry, as well as in-depth insights into how telematics can help rental business owners.

The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast Season 7 Episode 8: Jobsite Security Part 2

As construction industry equipment theft continues to be a problem, the latest technology can help prevent such theft and keep crews safe.

The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast Season 7 Episode 7: Jobsite Security Part 1

More than ever, construction contractors are concerned about jobsite access and crew safety through the use of cameras, radar and other technologies.

If you have something stolen from your jobsite, having the right insurance coverage can help with the cost of replacing items. That way you don’t have to pay thousands of dollars out of pocket.

Four Ways to Protect Your Jobsite From Theft

While it can be extra work to secure your site, a little planning may save you time and money if something happens down the road. Here are a few steps you can take to help reduce the likelihood of someone stealing from your jobsite.

Dash cams add value to GPS for theft prevention by offering a more powerful deterrent since clear images are available of perpetrators stealing of vandalizing equipment.

Tech for Construction Theft Protection

From GPS tracking and fixed and equipment-mounted cameras to cybersecurity approaches to back office tech for white collar theft, criminals may soon find contractors a harder target.

A panel about the 2023 industry trends moderated by AEM's Sara Feuling, Senior Director of Construction.

AEM Top Industry Trends for 2023

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers came to the IGNITE Construction Summit 2022 and shared their predictions about the year ahead, and hosted a panel with four industry experts to discuss the anticipated impacts.

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Trucking Trends Lead the Fall Show Season

Mack Trucks and Grote Industries recently launched two technology-driven products that fit right in to top trends for the construction and trucking industries.

ItemAware is a tool and asset tracking system that uses RFID and other technologies to tag tools or other items and pair them with a beacon location (truck, shed, jobsite, etc.).

Ring Power Offers RFID Asset Tracking System

ItemAware is a tool and asset tracking system that uses RFID and other technologies to tag tools or other items and pair them with a beacon location (truck, shed, jobsite and more).

Construction companies can gain real-time and deep insight into the complete picture of their business operations by integrating innovative asset tracking and management technology into everyday systems and processes.

Keep Construction Jobs Moving With Detailed Digital Asset Tracking

Construction companies can gain real-time and deep insight into the complete picture of their business operations by integrating innovative asset tracking and management technology into everyday systems and processes.

Construction is the most data-breached industry. It doesn't matter if it's the CEO or the contractor, the most popular password remains '123456.'

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Construction is the most data-breached industry. It doesn't matter if it's the CEO or the contractor, the most popular password remains "123456."

With sites being left unattended for longer periods and fewer eyes on costly items, construction companies are more vulnerable to crime and its impact than ever.

You're Probably Not Doing Enough to Deter Construction Theft

Most companies haven’t updated their security strategies despite rising crime rates. Here are five simple tips to make your construction jobsites, and your business, more secure.

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Galeo Pro Theft Prevention and Recovery System

System consists of a rugged tracking device and companion mobile application.

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Ring, Home Depot Announce Ring Jobsite Security

Ring Jobsite Security uses the new Ring Alarm Pro, an alarm that, when paired with a Ring Protect Pro subscription, offers professional monitoring and cellular connectivity to keep connected devices, like security cameras, online.

UAS Outdoor Protection Solution for Equipment Rental Industry

UAS’s smart cameras with video analytics and clear imaging in all weather conditions distinguish between the smallest of motion events – wind, animals, paper blowing through a yard, etc. – and an actual intruder.

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EarthCam 61 MegapixelCam and 61 MegapixelCam Robotic Live-streaming Webcams

Sony Electronics and EarthCam collaborate to deliver new 61-megapixel live-streaming webcams.

After conducting a security assessment, set up perimeter security. This will require strategies to minimize entry points while protecting the few entrances that exist.

Six Security Risks That Could Affect Your Construction Projects and How to Mitigate Them

One of the best ways to prevent security loss starts with making criminal actions challenging to perform. These strategies will help you do just that.

The average worker on a jobsite spends 10% of every working day searching for tools and attachments. That’s an issue when you are on a time critical job and a certain function or process requires you to be there with the right tool.

Asset Tracking Prevents Lost and Stolen Construction Tools and Attachments

Increase productivity by eliminating the 10% of every working day the average worker spends searching for tools and attachments.

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Genie Access Manager for Lift Connect Telematics

New Access Manager retrofits to Genie Lift Connect telematics solutions, allowing rental companies the option to remotely manage access to their fleet

The goal of the fully integrated virtual approach is to protect valuable construction assets from theft without unnecessary staffing, excess equipment or complexity.

Unlock the Cost-saving Potential of Integrating All Aspects of Construction Fleet Security

Construction fleet physical security integration combines video surveillance, access control and IT tailored to specific construction fleet needs and at much lower costs.

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Pro-Vigil Remote Video Monitoring Service

Fraud Prevention in Construction is More Critical Than You Think

Hear about the prevalence of fraud in construction, the steps contractors can take to identify and mitigate risks and the role technology can play in prevention.

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Ukey Keyless Ignition Alarm System

Keyless alarm system for equipment with a 12- or 24-volt system is designed to eliminate physical keys and solve the issue of unauthorized use.

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EarthCam StreamCam 5G Multi-Network Camera System

5G implementation makes it possible to send an almost unlimited amount of visual data from the jobsite.

When selecting a jobsite solution, choose a cloud-based system that is easy to use, includes multi-site dashboards and is feature rich. This will ensure a higher level of user adoption, additional cameras can be added at any time and any software updates and new features are pushed to your system automatically.

Camera Technology Elevates Security, Safety and Jobsite Performance

Advances in technology make jobsite camera technology much more than a theft deterrent.