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Fleet Maintenance
HCSS Upgrades HeavyJob for Utility Contractor Work Order Management
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, Inc. (HCSS)
Unlike traditional bid-build projects with defined scopes, utility contractors often operate under master service agreements (MSAs) with unit-priced rates for an indefinite period, requiring them to process large volumes of repeatable, short-cycle work.
April 2, 2025
HeavyJob’s new capabilities ensure that every completed job—whether installing gas meters, replacing power poles, or burying fiber optic lines—is logged, tracked, and invoiced with supporting documentation like photos and timecards.
Fleet Maintenance
Repackaging Power in Construction by Electrifying the Whole Jobsite
Moog Construction
Learn how modular power and sitewide electrification with an energy hub can help contractors not only avoid downtime, but also know more about how their machines are doing, where they are located, and how much energy they are consuming.
April 2, 2025
Current zero-emissions strategies focus on electrifying individual machines. Putting a zero-emissions machine on a diesel site doesn’t work. That’s partly why adoption has been painful.
Equipment Trailers
Making Moves: Equipment Trailering Today
Talbert Manufacturing
Advancements in heavy-haul trailer design are reshaping the transport of construction equipment, improving efficiency, and enhancing safety.
March 31, 2025
As construction equipment size and weight evolves, trailers must also evolve to meet the needs of the contractors moving these machines.
Cold Planers
Cat Announces Upgrades to P600 and P800 Series Cold Planers
Caterpillar - Cat
As part of Caterpillar’s annual product update program, the PM620, PM622, PM820, PM822, and PM825 models are the latest upgrades - providing multiple operator comfort, efficiency, and equipment management upgrades compared to their previous models.
March 28, 2025
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Concrete Equipment & Products
Aquajet Launches Aqua Cutter 450A & Aqua Cutter 450V
Aquajet
Introduced during bauma 2025, the new Aquajet's Aqua Cutter 450A and Aqua Cutter 450V are compact, powerful, and highly versatile additions to the lineup.
March 28, 2025
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Mini Excavators
ZQUIP and Leica Geosystems Collab on Excavator Prototype
Leica Geosystems, Inc.
After successful tests at a proving ground in France, ZQUIP and Leica Geosystems will demonstrate the modified Cat 308 excavator at bauma 2025. The 8-ton excavator is geospatially intelligent and powered by a swappable, zero-emissions battery system.
March 27, 2025
The smart, clean excavator is equipped with Leica Geosystems’ advanced machine control solution, which brings real-time data and precise design execution.
Dump Trailers
SmithCo Unveils BRUTE CP30 Construction Pup Side Dump Trailer
SmithCo Mfg., Inc.
Designed for construction site preparation, agriculture, and snow removal, the BRUTE CP30 can be pulled with off-road construction power units or tractors.
March 27, 2025
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Construction Technology
The 3 Phases of Technology Adoption: Understand, Adjust and Integrate
RDO Equipment Co.
From complex mining environments to mega highway restoration projects, many contractors embrace the latest solutions to optimize machine performance. Hear from industry experts on how tech can intelligently shape the world with the data to prove it.
March 27, 2025
Vögele's Dash 3 pavers include a mobile feeder and additional screed. When the Vögele paver operator receives real-time survey info, they can adjust feeder speed or screed level. Fleet managers partner with operators to review datasets and identify where they can make changes.
Compaction
Volvo CE Debuts Compactor, Hauler Upgrades and Incoming Electric Model
Volvo Construction Equipment
Displayed at World of Asphalt 2025, updates to Volvo CE's SD75 and SD45 soil compactors and the PT125 pneumatic tire roller include features that enhance safety, serviceability and the user interface for operators.
March 26, 2025
To maximize uptime, Volvo doubled the diesel particulate filter (DPF) replacement intervals on these machines from 3,000 to 6,000 hours on the SD45, SD75 and PT125.
Compaction
Topcon Adds to Road Construction Technology Offerings
Topcon Positioning Systems
With improvements to its road surface scanning tech, expanded aftermarket solutions for pavers, and a new solution for soil compactors and asphalt rollers, Topcon expands its product portfolio for contractors working the roads.
March 26, 2025
Topcon expands its road construction technology portfolio with new workflow solutions for scanning, paving and compaction.
Construction Technology
World of Concrete 2025 Faces the Future Head-On
The annual trade show delivers tech-forward equipment debuts focused on efficiency and productivity.
March 26, 2025
World of Concrete 2025 gathered nearly 60,000 construction professionals and thousands of the latest tools, technologies and equipment at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Earthmoving
Bobcat Boosts Heavy Equipment Lineup With 6 New Machines
Bobcat Co.
Adding four new large wheel loaders and two new large excavators, the company brings big enhancements to its portfolio. The L205, L235, L255 and L285 large wheel loaders and E220 and E245 large excavators will be available at select dealers mid-Q2 2025.
March 25, 2025
All six new models – E220, E245, L205, L235, L255, L285 – are backed by a three-year/5,000-hour full coverage warranty.
Construction Technology
World of Asphalt 2025: Recap And Highlights
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
Streaming updates LIVE from the WoA showroom floor in St. Louis, MO, all in one place. Check back regularly March 25-27 for new products, booth interviews, events, news, and more!
March 24, 2025
Only a few minutes after the show has ended, and people are already hard at work tearing up carpet, and removing equipment.
Construction Technology
29 Equipment Solutions to Step Up Technology on the Jobsite
If output and efficiency are dragging on the job, it may be time for a technology tune-up. To get your equipment and your jobsites operating at peak productivity, Equipment Today is diving into the latest in tech and software innovations.
March 24, 2025
Trackunit's new purpose-built IrisX Operating Data Platform connects, streamlines and empowers data from the back office to the frontline, allowing users to leverage generative AI and Large Language Models in an open environment.
Labor & Workforce Development
Building a Strong Construction Workforce Under Immigration Policy Changes
HireQuest, Inc.
By embracing strategic workforce planning, training initiatives, staffing partnerships, and technological advancements, the construction industry can better navigate the challenges posed by shifting immigration policies.
March 22, 2025
Proactively addressing labor shortages through education, automation, and improved job satisfaction will not only ensure project stability but also attract the next generation of skilled workers.
Sustainability
Top 3 Things to Understand About Environmental Funding and Emissions Regulations
Engine Technology Forum
The changes in emissions regulations under the new administration come with hesitance and apprehension for many companies and contractors.
March 21, 2025
The uncertainty of the follow-through of previous regulations is gripping many industries, especially the construction and trucking industries.
Coaching & Consulting
Optimizing Automation in Your Construction Business
Small Business Bootcamp
If not implemented correctly, automation can create more problems than it solves, leading to duplicated revenue figures, inaccurate cost tracking, and tax reporting issues.
March 20, 2025
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Telescopic Handlers
Equipment Rental & CES 2025
JLG Industries Inc.
Known for the latest in modern consumer electronics, what's at CES for equipment rental? This episode of Rental's The Bottom Line podcast features JLG's Ara Eckel to tell us all about the show.
March 19, 2025
At CES 2025, Oshkosh CEO John Pfeifer (at left) and Rep. John Rose (Tenn. 6th Congressional District, at right). Tennessee is home of key growth manufacturing facilities for Oshkosh.
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