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Construction Technology
Talking Telematics Tech
Telematics providers give insight into how rental companies can implement telematics into their fleets.
May 9, 2023
Arvada Rent-Alls was more than relieved to find out its forklift had been recovered and was waiting to be picked up at the rental shop of an industry friend.
Infrastructure
When Will the IIJA Infrastructure Act Really Start to Impact the Market?
RDO Equipment Co.
It's a good time to talk about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), its available funds for projects and how contractors can position themselves to take advantage of these new jobs by leveraging technology.
May 7, 2023
Combined with existing funding, the IIJA will distribute $1.2 trillion during the next 10 years on projects such as roads, bridges, public transit, broadband and clean energy.
Equipment Monitoring & Logistics
Don’t Compromise on Vibrating Screen Health
Haver & Boecker Niagara
How Partnering with a Technical OEM for Equipment Monitoring Can Help Your Bottom Line.
May 6, 2023
Haver&boecker Niagara Service
Loaders
Hitachi Showcases ZW-7 Wheel Loaders
Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas Inc.
The ZX-7 generation wheel loaders feature a power up mode that increases hill-climbing performance and a large cab with panoramic visibility.
May 5, 2023
The ZX-7 generation wheel loaders feature a power up mode that increases hill-climbing performance and a large cab with panoramic visibility.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
JLG Unveils Next-gen ClearSky Smart Fleet Platform
JLG Industries Inc.
This IoT (Internet of Things) technology launches with 25 features, including analyzers, telematics and applications, into a single connectivity beacon on JLG machines.
April 28, 2023
This IoT (Internet of Things) technology launches with 25 features, including analyzers, telematics and applications, into a single connectivity beacon on JLG machines.
Business
Using Construction Data to Reduce Fuel Waste
Samsara
Due to the industry's reliance on heavy equipment such as trucks, cranes, and yellow iron, 98% of all energy use across the industry comes from diesel.
April 28, 2023
Stringent government regulations and hefty fines (including those for heavy equipment) are being introduced to minimize the industry's overall carbon footprint.
Concrete Accessories
Measurable ROI from Concrete IoT
Caterpillar - Cat
In-drum sensors and supporting software from Command Alkon were already reducing waste and saving dollars by enabling concrete re-use and improving quality.
April 17, 2023
Contractors and materials providers now have greater visibility than ever before into quality and specific qualities of the mix.
Construction Technology
EarthCam Introduces IoT StreamCam 4K for Indoor Jobsites
EarthCam Inc.
Weighing less than 10-lbs., the IoT StreamCam 4K includes a heavy-duty tripod, battery backup and up to 365 days of encrypted, continuous security recording.
April 13, 2023
Weighing less than 10-lbs., the IoT StreamCam 4K includes a heavy-duty tripod, battery backup and up to 365 days of encrypted, continuous security recording.
Equipment Trailers
EarthCam Releases AI Safety Trailer for Mobile Security
EarthCam Inc.
Designed for safety and security in locations ranging from single store exteriors to parking lots in malls, this multi-camera perimeter detection system features AI object and audio recognition, live-streaming video and continuous security recordings.
April 12, 2023
Designed for safety and security in locations ranging from single store exteriors to parking lots in malls, this multi-camera perimeter detection system features AI object and audio recognition, live-streaming video and continuous security recordings.
Rental Business
Why It’s Important for Rental Providers to be 5S Certified
United Rentals Inc.
Safety and efficiency have significant impact on employees' and customers' experience. Being 5S certified is one way to signal to rental customers that your company is committed to operational efficiency and their well-being.
April 6, 2023
Adhering to 5S principles allows companies to become safer and more efficient.
Equipment
Construction Site Safety Requires Careful Planning for On-Foot Workers and Equipment Operators
Service and maintenance vehicles and construction equipment need to be well separated from workers who are not operating equipment. Here is Equipment Today’s detailed guide on how to develop a traffic control plan for jobsites.
March 30, 2023
Large projects like the October 2022 repaving of the iconic Road America racetrack in Elkhart Lake, Wis., require detailed traffic control plans and excellent communication.
Loaders
Hitachi Unveils ZW220-7 Wheel Loader
Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas Inc.
The ZW220-7 features 41,035-lbs. (18,613-kg) of operating weight and is powered by a 210-hp (157 kW) Cummins engine.
March 29, 2023
Hitachi Zw220 7
Excavators
CASE Displays WX175E SR Wheeled Excavator at CONEXPO
CASE Construction Equipment - CNH
As a wheeled machine, the WX175E SR self-transports from site-to-site with maximum travel speeds up to 22 miles per hour.
March 29, 2023
As a wheeled machine, the WX175E SR self-transports from site-to-site with maximum travel speeds up to 22 miles per hour.
Construction Technology
Can Old Construction Execs Grasp New Technology?
An IRONPROS study suggests that the place in the organization, not age, is the best predictor of whether construction professionals see value in advanced technologies.
March 28, 2023
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Construction
ActiveCare Direct Advanced Telematics from Volvo Construction Equipment
Volvo Construction Equipment
End users can simplify their work with ActiveCare Direct advanced telematics from Volvo Construction Equipment.
March 27, 2023
Volvo Active Care Direct Telematics 2324x800 V3
Loaders
Hitachi Launches ZW180-7 and ZW180PL-7 Wheel Loaders
Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas Inc.
Powered by a 173-hp (129 kW) Cummins engine, the wheel loaders feature 33,047-lbs. (1,490 kg) of operating weight.
March 24, 2023
Powered by a 173-hp (129 kW) Cummins engine, the wheel loaders feature 33,047-lbs. (1,490 kg) of operating weight.
Construction Technology
Which Disruptive Construction Tech is Hot in 2023?
IRONPROS study presents detailed adoption curve data for advanced technologies like AI, VR/AR, IoT with connected equipment leading the pack getting the fastest takeup.
March 21, 2023
75 percent of study respondents saw value in interconnected equipment or were using it now.
Equipment Safety
Telematics for Prescriptive Maintenance with Cummins and Elevat
How standard telematics data is being augmented in OEM equipment to give dealer networks and customers prescriptive and predictive maintenance.
March 20, 2023
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