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April 7, 2017
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Construction Technology
Autodesk to Improve Collaboration, Cloud Tools
The interoperability agreement with Nemetschek Group will allow the two companies to improve upon existing data exchanges and open new data-centric workflows that span disciplines and industries.
Rental Business
Rental Snapshot: A Desire to be Unique
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2024, Nor-Cal Equipment Rentals has evolved into a unique, electrifying company. Part of that ingenuity comes from owner Tom Butts, who shares his insights in this month’s Rental Snapshot.
Rental
How Relationships with Equipment Suppliers & Rental Customers Are Similar
There are a lot of parallels between the people selling equipment to rental companies and those who are destined to rent it out later.
Concrete Equipment & Products
Buying Used Concrete Equipment? Beware of Hidden Liens
There's an uncommon-but-real issue that could crop up when buying any type of used equipment, and that’s buying equipment that unknowingly has a lien on it.
Crane
Liebherr Showcases 195 HC-LH 6/12 Hydraulic Luffing Jib Crane
With a minimal working radius of 3m and an out-of-work position of 10m, the crane can be adapted to construction site conditions.
Estimating & Bidding
Navigating Construction Equipment Rental Costs
A balanced focus on price, duration, and quality -- supported by strong supplier relationships -- is key to achieving efficient and cost-effective equipment rental management.
Fleet Maintenance
DEUTZ Highlights Eco-friendly Parts, Software
The company will showcase the TCD 3.9 engine in the sub-4 liter category along with an electric excavator, powered by DEUTZ Electric System, and the DEUTZ PowerTree mobile rapid charging system at INTERMAT.
Business
CNH Names CEO
Gerrit Marx will succeed Scott Wine as of July 1.
Construction Technology
Preconstruction Support, Training Vital
The message is clear: as construction progresses into a new digital era, success will favor companies that empower their people with robust capabilities.
Coaching & Consulting
Designing an Effective Hiring Process
Getting the right people on your team is critical to the sustainability of your business. High turnover rates or underperforming team members can have a detrimental impact on your business and profitability.
Business
Changing Colors: Yanmar Turns to Red
As part of the company's shift in market approach, execs explain the strategy behind the brand's 2020 departure from conventional yellow machine livery to today's Premium Red.
Construction Technology
3 Ways Parametric AI Will Change Commercial Preconstruction
While generative AI has seized the popular imagination, parametric AI is more practical because it enables a preconstruction professional to quickly change various parameters of a project.
Sealcoating Equipment & Materials
SealMaster Continues Western Expansion
SealMaster acquires Martin Marietta Miramar sealcoat manufacturing plant.
Sustainability
Volvo Construction Testing Out Excavator Delivery in France With E-shuttle
The e-shuttle service is designed to reduce emissions during the first transport leg of construction machines from the Volvo CE factory in France.
Mini Skid Steer, Track Loaders
New Electric Skid Steer Loader by First Green
ROCKEAT produces zero carbon emissions, minimum operating fluids and near-silent operation, and offers a low clearance, 360-degree camera and remote operability.
Lifting Equipment
Safety & Sustainability: The 2024 Aerial Industry Report
Rental editor Jonathan Kozlowski asks industry leaders about the status of the market and what heights the year may take us.
Construction Safety
3 Tips for Managing Economic Risks on Construction Projects
While you can’t eliminate risk entirely, you can take steps to help reduce it, avoid it and protect against it.
Project Management
Overcoming Confirmation Bias in Construction Project Management
Confirmation bias can be particularly problematic in project and schedule management, where decisions must be based on accurate and comprehensive information.
Diesel Engines
Caterpillar Announces 13L C13D Diesel Engine for 2026
The new engine platform offers up to a 20% increase in power and up to 25% more low-speed torque than the previous generation of Cat engines in its power class.
Infrastructure
What Is Road Base?
Going back to basics, this article details the importance of the correct road base in the durability and life of roads.
Worksite Equipment
DEWALT Releases 20V MAX Knockout Tool and Bandsaws
The new products include the 20V MAX Hydraulic Knockout Tool (DCE600), 20V MAX XR Brushless Cordless Mid-Size Bandsaw (DCS378) and 20V MAX XR Brushless Cordless Dual-Trigger Bandsaw (DCS379).
Industrial Forklift
TPPL vs Lithium Forklift Batteries: Which Technology is Winning?
As technology changes - and presumably improves - how does TPPL technology compare to lithium-ion?
Business
Jobsite Due Diligence Can Prevent Costly Delays
Good building sites remain on the market. But many of those sites must be made good with early planning and intervention.
Business
Baltimore Crews Remove 156-ton Piece of Key Bridge
Progress included the removal of a 156-ton piece of Span 19 outside of the navigational channel, which was hoisted and loaded onto a barge for future disposal. Container removal from Dali has begun.