February 2020

Equipment Today February 2020
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How to adjust 2020 planning to deal with the factors that can impact your business.
Business
External and Internal Factors Influencing 2020 Construction Business Expectations

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.
Concrete Pavers
Select Curb and Gutter Pavers to Meet Future Needs
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.
Construction Technology
5G Enables Advances in Machine Connectivity
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.
Construction Technology
5G Enables Advances in Machine Connectivity
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.
Business
Industry Insiders Foresee a Mixed Economic Forecast for Construction
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Industry Insiders Foresee a Mixed Economic Forecast for Construction
Industry segments will offer a mixed bag in 2020 with trade issues a continuing factor.
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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.
Service & Fuel Trucks
Mechanics Trucks Evolve to Meet Fleet Management Trends
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.
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Reality Capture Offers Suffolk Work Verification and Time Savings
Suffolk Construction uses OpenSpace software to capture 360-degree video and photos from the jobsite without needing manual input like traditional tools.
January 14, 2020
Through the use of OpenSpace, Suffolk Construction can easily record project data that can be shared with other stakeholders.
Concrete
Florida Curb and Gutter Firm Solves Labor Issues with Stringless Solution
For Lenard Powell Inc., the move to Topcon's Millimeter GPS Paving System has resulted in a better product, improved production rates and a smaller workforce.
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LPI added Topcon Positioning Systems' Millimeter GPS Paving System to its Power Curber 5700-C in 2018.
Business
2020 State of the Road Building Industry: Experts Weigh-In on What’s Coming
Contractors don’t have 20/20 vision for the year ahead and there are some legitimate reasons for that
December 2, 2019
While contractors may have apprehension for the year ahead, experts say there’s reason to stay positive.
Construction News
United Rentals Mobile App Lets Users Track and Rent Equipment On the Go
App allows user to manage work sites more efficiently, saving money on underutilized equipment, tracking equipment in real time and providing access to actionable data
November 12, 2019
United Rentals Mobile App Equipment Return Screenshot
Equipment
Three Ways Manufacturers Are Working to Solve Contractor Pain Points
Equipment manufacturers are focusing on technology and machine upgrades to provide real solutions to problems contractors face every day.
October 18, 2019
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