[VIDEO] World's First 3D Printed Excavator Unveiled at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017

The world's first 3D printed excavator is introduced at CONEXPO - see it in action

March 8, 2017

The Contractors Best Friend Podcast S5E3: The Impact of Electric Machines – Part 1

Caterpillar's electric drive construction equipment is saving fuel and increasing component longevity.

Recognize the Barriers to Successful, Profitable Construction Projects

Understanding and addressing the barriers to successful project completion can help you get them done profitably.

Top 10 Hottest Construction Stories This Week: Ensuring Forgiveness Under the PPP

Top 10 Hottest Construction Stories This Week: Ensuring Forgiveness Under the PPP

Most-read construction stories include a timelapse of a bridge in the United Kingdom, the March 2021 Dodge Momentum Index, selecting the best wheel loader tire, GM’s electric Chevrolet Silverado, and the complicated process of PPP loan forgiveness.

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Construction Equipment is Making Critical Connections on the Jobsite

Advances in data transmission capabilities and machine electronics are providing access to vast amounts of information on construction equipment – and laying the foundation for predictive analytics and machine autonomy.

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How to Set Up Auto-Geofencing for the Sentinel GPS Truck/Asset Management Solution

The Sentinel GPS Truck/Asset Management Solution allows users to gain more visibility into high-value trucking and hauling assets through one integrated, cloud-based solution.

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Watch How Trimble Earthworks for Soil Compactors Works

Trimble Earthworks for soil compactors enables contractors to accurately control the compaction process, while reducing unnecessary passes that can result in over compaction.

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Trimble Earthworks Now Supports Soil Compactors

Trimble Earthworks Grade Control Platform version 2.4 features support for soil compactors

No Company Email Address Needed: Jobsite Network Connects All Workers

MindForge can help you talk to everyone on your jobsite with one app.

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Texas A&M Advances Study of Driverless, Connected Vehicles

The research facility is an open, scalable and flexible test site for new tolling and intelligent transportation system solutions for driverless and connected vehicles.

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Mobile Technology Improves Jobsite Productivity

As the industry evolves to do more work with fewer resources, technology is adapting to help achieve better results in less time

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Trimble Quadri BIM Collaboration Software for Civil Projects Now Available in North America

Software provides continuous sharing of one central model across civil construction projects to drive real-time collaboration between the field and office.

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John Deere Advances Smart Technology Commitment with Precision Construction

Precision Construction delivers a suite of solutions focused on addressing customer pain points on the jobsite.

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BVLOS DJI Drone Flight Could be Game Changer for Construction

Anarky Labs is developing artificial reality software that could make Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone flight more accessible.

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John Deere SmartGrade 210G LC and 350G LC Excavators

John Deere expands its SmartGrade range with the launch of the grade control solution on the 210G LC and 350G LC excavators, offering four grade management options.

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8 Business Management Apps for Pavement Contractors

Run your business more effectively with the help of these mobile apps and platforms.

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John Deere to Roll Out Slope Control as Factory Option for K-Series Dozers

The entry-level grade control solution will be available as an integrated factory option for the John Deere 450K, 550K and 650K dozers.

YellowBird Delivers On-call Health and Safety Pros to Construction Sites

Hear how this Uber-like digital platform matches qualified environmental health and safety professionals seeking employment with construction companies seeking safety expertise for their jobsites - only for however long they're needed.

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John Deere Launches SmartGrade Grade Control for Excavators

The John Deere 210G LC and 350G LC Excavators are now available with the factory-installed and calibrated SmartGrade technology with 2D and 3D grade control options.

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Most Read Construction Tech Stories of March 2021

2021 is shaping up to be another year of accelerating tech innovation in the construction industry. Read about what’s happening in the world of drones, asset tracking and more.

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Intelligent Hydraulic Systems Enhance Machine Connectivity and Performance

Integration of electronics and software into hydraulics systems is creating smarter solutions and aiding the push toward further automation and connectivity.

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Focus on Last-Mile Logistics in Construction to Lay Foundation for Profit Gains

Adopting the logistics best practices of e-commerce leaders will allow construction suppliers to increase efficiency and profitability, match expectations to retain customers, and lay the foundation for future gains

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Telematics Platforms Enable 90% of Fleet Owners to Focus More on the Bottom Line

Ninety percent of survey respondents say connected vehicle and asset operations platforms allow them to focus time on other tasks to improve the company’s bottom line and 80% have seen increased ROI.

National BIM Program Could Boost Project Productivity & Cut Costs Up to 20%

Hear about efforts to expand application of a national Building Information Management (BIM) standard, as well as promote a public-private partnership to produce a national BIM program to improve construction productivity and cut construction costs.

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How Cyber Hygiene Can Prevent Data Security Threats

Cybersecurity threats are evolving and so should your training strategy for employees handling information technology.

How the Change Order Process Holds Back Construction Companies

Learn how better change order communication is vital to helping construction companies thrive in the years ahead.

Risk Management Solutions Provider Aclaimant Raises $15 million in Financing to Further Growth

The investment will be used to support the company's next phase of growth, with a focus on product innovation and hiring top talent.

HCSS Telematics helps Loenbro make more informed decisions about its equipment fleet and equipment needs on projects.

Telematics Technology Enables Equipment Management Efficiency and Accurate Job Costs

Loenbro is using HCSS Telematics to track equipment utilization, manage preventive maintenance and more accurately assign costs to its projects.