February 2020

Equipment Today February 2020
February 2020
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Earthwave E Ticket
E-ticketing in Earthwave's Fleetwatcher Helps Driver Maintain Social Distancing
February 25, 2020
External and Internal Factors Influencing 2020 Construction Business Expectations
February 17, 2020
Get Innovative to Fill the Construction Industry Labor and Skills Gaps
February 17, 2020
Solid tires prevent flats in demolition applications, but advancements that enhance ride quality also make them more suitable for a wide range of jobsite applications where you can benefit from the increased up time.
Tips for Maximum Skid-steer Tire Performance
February 10, 2020
GOMACO’s line of new Xtreme curb and gutter machines have rotary-sensored slew drives on each of their three tracks for extreme steering capabilities. Their new hydraulics package allows inpedendent, individual control of track speed for smooth machine travel through a radius.
Select Curb and Gutter Pavers to Meet Future Needs
February 10, 2020
Telia, Ericsson and Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) have launched Sweden’s first 5G network for industrial use at Volvo CE’s facility in Eskilstuna. Volvo CE will then become one of the first in the world to use 5G technology to test remote-controlled machines and autonomous solutions.
5G Enables Advances in Machine Connectivity
Connectivity and automation benefit from the speed and reliability of the emerging 5G cellular network.
February 10, 2020
The Associated Contractors of America (AGC) is optimistic about residential and commercial construction, expecting modest increases in both residential construction spending (2 to 7%) and nonresidential private and public spending (0 to 4% each) in 2020.
Industry Insiders Foresee a Mixed Economic Forecast for Construction
Industry segments will offer a mixed bag in 2020 with trade issues a continuing factor.
January 31, 2020
Wireless remote control gives the user greater control and safety by using multiple sensors and user feedback functions with proprietary logic programming.
Mechanics Trucks Evolve to Meet Fleet Management Trends
January 31, 2020
Lee Boy 8520 Cunningham 2
LeeBoy Debuts 8520B Asphalt Paver at National Pavement Expo 2020
January 29, 2020
Minimizer Peterbuilt Floor Mats
Minimizer Peterbilt Medium-duty Floor Mats
Minimizer's custom molded floor mats fit Peterbilt 337 and 348 models.
January 28, 2020
Gomac Oscreed
GOMACO High-production Screed for Bridge Deck and Flat Slab Finishing
System can finish city streets, concrete floors, bridge decks, tunnels and canals at widths up to 104 ft.
January 27, 2020
East Truck Lite Road Ready Mcu
East Truck-Lite Road Ready Telematics
Trailer telematics system is now an optional feature available on all East flatbed, dump and refuse trailers
January 18, 2020
Perkins® 2806 J E18 Tta 1
Perkins 2806J-E18TTA EU Stage V/U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final Dual-certified Engine
Engine achieves 800 hp at 1,800 rpm and produces 32,736 lbs.-ft. of torque
January 18, 2020
Allplan Bridge 2020 Performing Structural Ananalysis
Allplan Bridge 2020 Integrated 4D BIM Solution for Bridges
Parametric modeling, structural analysis and detailing in one model
January 18, 2020
Polaris Pro Xd
Pro XD Gas Utility Vehicles
Polaris expanded its Pro XD utility vehicle line to include two gas models: the two-seat 2000G AWD and four-seat 4000G AWD.
January 15, 2020