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Bobcat unveils iPhone/iPad remote control, bringing drone-like operation to skid steers, CTLs
Quick two-person jobs can be handled by a single operator, and operators can avoid repeated trips in and out of the cab.
September 20, 2019
Roadbuilding
PennDOT expands travel information for drivers
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has expanded the features on its travel information website, 511PA.com. 511PA is also available for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website. Motorists can now see any travel alerts on state roads along a specific route when they enter […]
January 5, 2018
Technology
The 5 Best Smartphones for Construction [2018 Edition]
All of the major phone manufacturers have introduced their latest and greatest to the market, which means it’s that time of year again to roundup what I see as the best smartphones those in the construction industry can buy. This year’s list is the strongest roundup of devices we’ve seen to date, so let’s dig […]
December 8, 2017
Roadbuilding
Thanksgiving holiday drivers will find cheaper gas
AAA reports that 46 million Americans will hit the road for the Thanksgiving holiday, and they’ll be finding cheaper gasoline along the way. Drivers will be able to find prices of $2.50 a gallon or less at more than half of the gas stations in the country, the association says. The cheapest gas will be […]
November 22, 2017
Technology
Virtual tape measure app shows promise for putting augmented reality to work
At its recent Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple unveiled the latest version of its mobile operating system, iOS 11. Beyond tweaks to core parts of how users currently navigate iOS and major improvements to file handling on iPads, the biggest news with the new OS was the addition of what Apple calls ARKit. The new platform […]
June 28, 2017
Technology
The 5 Best Smartphones for Construction [2017 Edition]
With all of the major phones having been announced in the last few months that will serve as flagship devices heading into 2017, it’s that time of year where we take a look at the field and give you our suggestions as to what the next device you should carry onto the jobsite should be. RELATED […]
December 1, 2016
Business
Former worker on Apple’s Campus 2 jobsite says tech giant expects iPhone-like level of detail from construction
In an exclusive interview with Business Insider, a person who worked on the construction of Apple’s spaceship-like Campus 2 project tells the publication the tech giant expects the same level of detail in the building’s construction as it does when designing and building the iPhone. According to the report, no expense is being spared on the […]
July 16, 2015
Technology
Created by a contractor, busybusy mobile app automates construction labor cost management
You won’t find too many contractors that consider themselves a “nerd.” But very early on in my conversation with Isaac Barlow, a 19-year veteran of commercial excavation, he threw the word out there. “My nature is very analytical,” he said while scrolling through thousands of emails on his iPad amid the dull roar of the […]
February 18, 2015
Technology
John Deere launches GoHaul smartphone app for quick reference on E-Series articulated dump trucks
For fleet managers and operators getting a bit of help or a few tips on the John Deere E-Series articulated dump trucks in your fleet just got as easy as pulling out your phone. Deere has released a new app for iPhone and Android users called GoHaul that serves as a quick reference for the […]
November 20, 2014
Roadbuilding
John Deere GoHaul Mobile Application available for E-Series ADT customers
John Deere Construction has created the GoHaul mobile application for E-Series Articulated Dump Truck customers. From daily service tasks to operator safety, the app will help you get the most out of your ADT. The free-of-charge GoHaul mobile application is available for iPhone and Android devices and acts as an operator’s quick reference guide, allowing […]
November 18, 2014
Technology
GEAR: Maximize your smartphone’s potential on the jobsite with Ryobi Phone Works connected tools
It’s easy to forget now that they’ve become so commonplace, but the fact that your smartphone is outfitted with a high-resolution display, camera, internet connectivity, GPS and sensors like an accelerometer and gyroscope make it an amazing device full of potential. Just look at all the great apps at your disposal on the iOS App […]
October 17, 2014
Roadbuilding
3 free safety apps available for use on the jobsite
Being an effective safety manager means more than just holding your obligatory toolbox talk and annual safety training meetings. Developing a proactive approach to safety is not only vital to protecting your workers and the company’s interest at large, it also shows your crews you are genuinely concerned about their health and well being. With […]
July 9, 2014
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