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Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Why Contractors are Investing in Jobsite Intelligence
Sensera Systems
Quicker access to information means better decision-making, better prioritization, and better outcomes.
October 10, 2024
Safety remains an industry-wide issue, with nearly 50 percent of commercial general contractors and construction managers looking to improve safety measures and planning.
Equipment Monitoring & Logistics
How to Boost Operator Retention in the Construction Industry
Fleetio
Fleet management platforms can be an effective tool to combat operator turnover and improve fleet performance, facilitating communication between management and operators in the field.
October 8, 2024
Boosting Operator Retention in the Construction Industry
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Cat, Trimble Extend Grade Control Collab Agreement
Trimble's Scott Crozier talked to us about what this partnership means for heavy equipment grade control.
October 2, 2024
Officials from Caterpillar and Trimble announced on Oct. 2 their intention to continue a collaboration aimed at improving grade control technologies and interoperability, as well as availability of those technologies to end users and OEMs.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Answer These 8 Questions to Rightsize Equipment for Data Center Construction
Sunbelt Rentals
Data centers come in all sizes, but one thing's constant — the need for smart planning. Whether you're tackling a 10,000 or 1 million square foot project, there are 8 important questions to ask yourself to help you rightsize your equipment for the job.
October 1, 2024
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Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
How Rental Companies Benefit by Accurate CO2 Emissions Reporting
Trackunit
Providing rental fleet owners and operators with precise engine use and emissions data can be key to take advantage of tax-saving benefits and validate sustainability claims.
September 23, 2024
Rental Fleet Emissions Need Accurate Reporting
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Automated Grade Control’s Steady Plow Toward Full Autonomy
The same construction equipment manufacturers who brought you automated grade control precision and efficiency anticipate full autonomy as the next leap forward.
September 18, 2024
Remote control is also used when performing grading operations under Stage 3 conditions. In this instance, the operator is not on board the vehicle but operating it from a separate location using a joystick or belly box.
Utility Locators
How RTK Creates Accurate Positioning Estimates to Protect Underground Utility Lines
Point One Navigation
Explore the importance of accurate positioning estimates and how real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning relies on a network of fixed base stations at known locations to accurately verify receiver positioning.
September 17, 2024
Construction surveyors rely on different tools to find and precisely map the location of critical underground utility infrastructure.
Contractors’ Top 50
Equipment Today Recognizes the 2024 Contractors’ Top 50 New Products
The winners of the award represent an array of innovative solutions to improve productivity, efficiency, safety and comfort.
September 16, 2024
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Labor & Workforce Development
Why Gen Z Should Work Construction – From a Gen Zer
SAP America
It’s no secret that Gen Z is into technology. The oldest of us were in elementary school when the iPhone emerged; the youngest of us were that age when TikTok exploded onto the scene.
September 10, 2024
By supercharging BIM, AI can assess design data and optimize layouts while taking into account cost, schedule deadlines, space utilization, energy efficiency, and sustainability considerations ranging from sun angles to building materials.
Construction
Experts Weigh in on Rental Industry Compact Equipment Advancements
Smarter tech is necessary to help counteract the labor shortage and improvements in rental equipment are helping workers and equipment be more versatile on the jobsite.
September 9, 2024
Rental Compact Equipment Advancements
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
5 Lessons to Follow for Efficiency During Changing Demand
RDO Equipment Co.
Contractors can complete more jobs in fewer production hours, equaling less fuel, equipment and labor costs.
August 23, 2024
The operator uses an excavator with grade control to complete delicate earthmoving work at the San Dieguito Lagoon project.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Back to the Basics: How 2D, Laser Systems Get Overlooked on Jobsites
In site grading technology, just like anything else, there are popular picks and options that tend to be more intriguing. Because of this bias, the simple basics are too often forgotten.
August 16, 2024
With Trimble Earthworks Augmented Reality functionality, operators can view 3D models in a real-world environment at a true-life scale in the context of existing surroundings. This blending of digital content and the real-world environment gives operators better situational awareness and a better understanding of the work that needs to be done.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Can Machine Control Systems Really Improve Profits?
Volvo Construction Equipment
This technology dramatically improves accuracy, from load weight to trench depths, angles and directions, to the compaction density of a newly laid asphalt mat.
August 6, 2024
Some machine control systems help operators automate and fine-tune tasks like leveling, digging and grading all the way up to creating complex, multidimensional site profiles.
Construction Technology
Digital Tools Transform Access Management
United Rentals Inc.
RFID technology unlocks more efficient and effective control of jobsite and equipment access.
July 29, 2024
Digital tools that facilitate both jobsite management and equipment access management streamline access control and provide increased visibility and accountability.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Machine Control in Concrete Applications
With conventional stringliners, the process is vulnerable to human error. Automated and robotic stringlines help remove that human variable and increase accuracy.
July 26, 2024
Sonic sensors are used on GOMACO texture/cure machines to eliminate the need for stringline on slipform paving projects.
Dozers
4 Construction Tech Pros Share Insights on the Connected Jobsite
An insider’s guide: What it takes to equip and run a connected jobsite for operational improvement and efficiency
July 25, 2024
Detailed information becomes the norm, aiding in productivity planning, operator consistency and workforce improvement. Costs come down and profitability goes up.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
10 Reasons Why Construction is Slow to Adopt Tech
InConcept Labs
While the construction industry is ready and willing to embrace digital transformation, one must understand all the challenges before entering this space.
July 10, 2024
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Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Why Fleet Connectivity is Key for Profitability
Tactile Mobility
Vehicle fleets operating like a hive mind, with vehicles communicating among themselves, represent a significant technological feat. This level of connectivity demands robust infrastructure, sophisticated software, and significant resources.
July 4, 2024
Connected fleets also offer ways to improve efficiency.
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