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Jobsite Equipment
CX-50 Series Total Station
Sokkia Corporation
The Sokkia CX-50 Series Total Station features RED-tech technology reflectorless EDM which offers fast distance measurement of 0.9 seconds
December 18, 2015
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Excavators
5 Steps to Select the Right Excavator for Your Applications
What to look for in an excavator when performing excavating, grading and site prep.
December 15, 2015
Some industry experts estimate that a quality automated coupler on an excavator can save up to 25% of total machine operating time compared to direct-mount attachments.
Project Management
Trimble TILOS Version 9.0
Trimble Inc.
Version 9.0 offers enhanced linear construction project visualization and improved integration
December 11, 2015
Paving
How to Make Intelligent Decisions about Intelligent Compaction
In addition to providing management insights for business issues contractors face, National Pavement Expo is committed to introducing contractors to the newest technologies exhibitors offer. Learn about Intelligent Compaction at the 2016 show in Charlotte
December 8, 2015
Industry veteran and current Director of Sales for Bomag Americas John Hood will discuss “The Truth about Intelligent Compaction” at National Pavement Expo, Jan. 27-30 in Charlotte, NC.
Dozers
Caterpillar Tier 4 Final D6N Dozer
Caterpillar - Cat
Tier 4 Final model offers a 10% to 15% boost in fuel efficiency and up to 10% better productivity
December 4, 2015
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Tandem Rollers
Caterpillar High-Production B-Series Rollers Offer Multiple Levels of Intelligence
Caterpillar - Cat
Technology enhancements include Auto-Adjustable Compaction, Pass-Count and Temperature Mapping, Machine to Machine Communication and Compaction Meter Value
December 3, 2015
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Utility Locators
US Radar Enhances GPR Systems with GPS Software, Integrated Garmin GPS Technology
US Radar
GPS software incorporates a split-screen view that displays real-time radar-mapped imagery of a jobsite alongside the user’s choice of maps
October 20, 2015
Version 5.0 of the Seeker acquisition software automates several key capabilities to help assure greater accuracy.
Equipment Monitoring & Logistics
How to Optimize Telematics with a Maintenance Management Program
Maintenance management software is delivering powerful opportunities to use telematics data to optimize maintenance operations.
October 15, 2015
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Construction Technology
Construction Equipment Makers Promise Drive Toward Earthmoving Automation
More electronically controlled hydraulics, engines and transmissions provide the platform to advance technology that helps loader operators get a full bucket and motor graders to go faster on grade
October 8, 2015
Having a digital jobsite with intelligent construction solutions takes away the guesswork that has existed in construction in the past and empowers contractors to move forward quickly and with confidence.
Construction Technology
Digital Collaboration Slashes $10 Million in Costs from One Project
Uniting all team members – more than 100 architects, engineers, contractors and subcontractors – in an all-BIM process with automated online collaboration tools delivers astounding savings
September 13, 2015
The use of an all-digital design and documentation process sped up both coordination and construction. 'It's hard to determine just how much time would have been added to the project if these processes hadn't been as streamlined, but it's safe to say we saved many months,” John Jacobs with JE Dunn Construction says.
Dozers
[Video]Caterpillar Slope Assist for Dozers - Production Study
Cat Slope Assist for dozers is a simple system that makes grading easy by automatically holding blade angles without any external laser or GPS reference.
August 12, 2015
Video: Caterpillar Slope Assist for Dozers - Production Study
Business
Construction Industries Dominate Fastest Growing Small Businesses
Half of the 10 fastest growing industries in small business are related to construction
June 18, 2015
Concrete Equipment & Products
How to Plan Your Concrete Pour
Taking the time to plan out your concrete pour is critical to your success on the jobsite.
June 11, 2015
Concrete Technology
The Constructable Model: What’s In It For You?
June 11, 2015
Concrete contractors that build constructable models improve their internal processes and productivity, which directly impacts profitability.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Five Tips to Getting Employees On Board with GPS Tracking
How to introduce field-monitoring technology in a way that replaces the ‘Big Brother’ theory with benefits employees will gain
June 2, 2015
Concrete Slipform Pavers
Stringless Paving Ensures Overlay Success on Important Nebraska Link
GOMACO GP-2400 paver with 3D guidance system slipforms a 5-in. concrete overlay on Darr Link Road near Cozad, NE.
May 15, 2015
Paulsen Inc., based out of Cozad, NE, brought in its new GOMACO two-track GP-2400 paver with Leica Geosystems 3D guidance system for the half-width overlay on Darr Link, an important road connecting Interstate 80 with Highway 30.
Concrete Slipform Pavers
3D Technology Simplifies Concrete Paving Operations
The absence of stringline allows easier access on paving projects.
May 15, 2015
Autopilot is a Wirtgen proprietary system that uses GNSS along with a base station for steering and offers several options for grade control: robotic total station, ultrasonic sensor, laser and GNSS. The instruments needed for this system are typically less expensive up front and for daily use.
Concrete Equipment & Products
US Route 67 Reroute Benefits from Machine Automation
Concrete paver uses Topcon GPS machine control to ensure accurate grade, no wasted material on 26-ft.-wide highway
May 8, 2015
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