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Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Rummel Construction’s Master Plan for Technology-Enabled Earthmoving Efficiency
A roughly 30% earthmoving-efficiency improvement convinces residential earthmover to stay on top of 3D grade control and drone mapping as it continues to grow into civil-engineering-scale mass excavation
September 14, 2021
Mastless Trimble Earthworks systems improve the range of grader moldboard motion and keep operators from having to climb around mounting receivers on masts.
Excavators
Excavator Automation Reaches Next Level
Excavator grade control that can command the machine's hydraulic valves is spreading throughout the brands to automate functions, reducing demands on operators and making it easier to achieve desired results
September 1, 2021
John Deere equipped the 210G LC, 350G LC and 470G LC with SmartGrade to give operators at entry level of experience the ability to achieve grade quickly and confidently. By controlling the boom and the bucket, this semiautomatic technology frees up the operator to concentrate on the arm function, resulting in fewer periodic grade checks every time.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Hensel Phelps Keeps Discovering Profitable Uses for Construction Drones
Weekly flights over Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye Airport terminal replacement provide the map for daily work planning, safety briefings, progress reports, quality control and communication with everybody from equipment operators to the project owner
August 31, 2021
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Dozers
Crawler Dozer Technology Pushes the Envelope
Integrated technologies provide increased crawler dozer automation while sharing real-time productivity data.
July 30, 2021
The D7E proved the viability of the electric drive concept and the technology has now evolved with the introduction of the D6 XE. The electric drive system allows the diesel engine to run at the most optimized rpm to get the best efficiency.
Project Management
3D-Project-File Transfer from the Cloud Boosts Veit’s Technology Advantage
Sitework innovator surprise themselves with the value of Trimble WorksOS Software connecting design data with machine-control data for real-time progress and productivity updates
July 13, 2021
With more than 30 3D machine control systems used on dozers, excavators, motor graders and skid steers; 30 rovers and total stations; and 50 base stations, Veit & Company works one of the largest technology-enabled fleets in the Upper Midwest.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing This Contractor's Construction Scheduling and Risk Management
Scheduling/controller contractor Project Controls Cubed preserves project managers’ decision-making experience using InEight Schedule’s AI to automatically build complex schedules, adjust for risk and estimate the potential change in cost and time
June 22, 2021
Project Controls Cubed is banking on InEight Schedule's Iris AI to automatically generate new schedules for massively complex projects they've already performed.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Construction Equipment Machine Control Transforms Jobsite Intelligence
As machine control technology continues to evolve, real-time data and automation will transform the jobsite.
March 30, 2021
Semi-autonomous functions can simplify many complex operations, such as trenching with an excavator.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Cat Trial 10: Tech Test Proves Heavy Mechanics are Tech Ninjas
Caterpillar’s latest Trials video pits a group of dealer equipment techs against a skills-challenging obstacle course to highlight the essential talent these high-demand pros bring to heavy industry
March 24, 2021
Cat Trial 10: Tech Test is a ninja warrior obstacle course with built-in technicians skills tests.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
GPS Tracking Enables Social Distancing, Fleet Management During Pandemic
Real-time vehicle tracking allows immediate response and adjustment to emergencies and changing demands.
December 30, 2020
Using GPS tracking can result in a more optimal, profitable use of construction vehicles, equipment and labor, as well as safer driving.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Drone Service Boosts ANDRES Project Completion, Teamwork and Quality Control
One contractor’s primer on drones improving construction includes gathering site imagery routinely to track progress, keep everybody on the same page and document quality work
October 22, 2020
Images are gathered in AirMap’s JobSite app and organized on a timeline that allows you to easily find images from the same location at different times and toggle back and forth to compare them.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Machine Control and Motocross Find Common Ground
Trimble Inc.
Three contractors came together to demonstrate the use of machine control technology on a motocross DreamTraxx track in Florida.
September 5, 2020
Three contractors teamed up to construct a practice track with modern machine control technology for professional motocross riders.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
10 Technologies Improving All Aspects of Construction
Emerging technologies are enabling operators to more precisely survey and plan the elements of a construction project, perform various construction tasks, and develop and maintain a vital database of construction fleet data.
September 1, 2020
Trimble Earthworks Grade Control version 2.0 features Horizontal Steering Control, which automatically controls the machine to follow any horizontal alignment.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Automatic Excavator System Simplifies Complex Construction Projects
Topcon Positioning Systems
Automatic excavation keeps the operator on grade even when working on complex jobs, while saving time and reducing costs.
August 14, 2020
The Topcon X-53x Automatic Excavator system has been a game changer for Tomahawk Construction on a project building 24 lakes in a home construction site.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Technology Improves Communication and Product Management on Two Ontario Construction Projects
Mobile internet and tablets put all the information to manage a construction project at a project manager’s fingertips, and allow them to communicate changes instantly
July 9, 2020
When working in the Oracle Primavera P6 Resource Assignments window, you can use the Resource Usage Spreadsheet to display resource usage over time, display spreadsheet fields for budgeted / planned and actual / remaining values and use the Layout Options bar, View menu on the Menu bar, or the Layout toolbar to customize resource assignment layouts.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Remote and Autonomous Construction Equipment Technologies Increase Safety and Productivity
Built Robotics
Remote control of construction equipment continues to gain acceptance as the technology continues to advance.
June 4, 2020
Caterpillar offers a full range of remote-controlled and autonomous solutions under the its Cat Command suite of products.
Construction Technology
GPS Technology Can Improve Paving Operations
To keep track of the trucks, their maintenance and their productivity, Simon Contracting uses FleetWatcher Materials Management System
April 28, 2020
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Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Is Reality Capture in Construction Worth the Cost?
Leica Geosystems, Inc.
When it comes to investing in reality capture tools, consider the longer-term cost savings and the growth of the firm compared to the initial investment.
April 10, 2020
Leica's BLK2GO reality capture product in action. The handheld wireless device enables a team member to work autonomously onsite to scan and capture a site while they're walking.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
The Case for Training
Jeff Winke focuses on achieving improved productivity and worker accountability for hands-on training.
March 26, 2020
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