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Roadbuilding

Researchers develop robotic bridge inspection system

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a bridge inspection system that uses six cameras with a 360-degree view mounted on robots and a remote sensing method to collect data for defect detection and analysis, making the inspections more accurate, accessible, and safer, CTV News Kitchener reports. “There’s a lot of work that’s been going […]

July 25, 2019

Roadbuilding

Two Md. DOT SHA bridge projects receive transportation awards

Two Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) projects received 2019 America’s Transportation Awards — the Dover Bridge won in the Quality of Life/Community Development, Medium Project category; and a project to increase capacity on the Severn River Bridge won in the Operations Excellence, Small Project category. “Under Governor Larry Hogan’s leadership, MDOT […]

July 24, 2019

Roadbuilding

In roadbuilding and bridge inspections, drones cut time, costs and safety risks

Drones have become an integral tool for saving time and money, as well as for reporting progress on construction projects. Learn more on Equipment World.

February 19, 2019

Roadbuilding

Cat eRoutes allows contractors to track and coordinate asphalt paving trucks, plants and pavers

Caterpillar's eRoutes allows contractors visibility to asphalt production process to help eliminate paver stops. Learn more about how the system works here.

December 3, 2018

Roadbuilding

After the Boom: N.D. faces $2.5B funding shortfall for transportation projects

According to key findings in a report from TRIP, North Dakota faces a $2.5B shortfall in transportation funding needed to improve infrastructure in the state.

October 22, 2018

Construction Equipment

To meet contractors’ growing demands, Winter Equipment makes key promotions

Winter Equipment promoted Christina Bacnik, David J. Fox, Heather Huff, and Jason Lippincott, and filled several positions to meet contractor market demands.

October 17, 2018

Roadbuilding

Heavy duty pavements the topic of NAPA’s free webinar Aug. 16

The National Asphalt and Pavement Association is hosting webinar on heavy-duty pavements. Get all the details on the upcoming webinar here on Equipment World.

July 31, 2018

Roadbuilding

Six Northeastern DOTs honored for innovative projects

These DOTs have optimized and expanded transit for inner-city users, increased safety on busy seasonal roadways, and focused on innovative bridge replacement.

July 12, 2018

Roadbuilding

ARTBA honors two for contributions toward safer highways

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association recognized two individuals for their continuous push for safer highways. More here on Equipment World.

July 6, 2018

Roadbuilding

To pick your pothole patches, new “decision tree tool” comes with flash cards or flow chart

Minnesota Department of Transportation has developed an Asphalt Patching Methods Best Practices Guide for identifying and repairing potholes effectively.

June 11, 2018

Roadbuilding

Huge landslide shuts down major N.C. highway

About 2,000 people were evacuated Wednesday after emergency managers warned the Lake Tahoma dam. Heavy rain triggered landslides at the dam.

June 7, 2018

Roadbuilding

Better Roads Start at the Bottom: Best practices for a stable base

From the contractor’s perspective, best practices begin with meeting criteria and specifications from the agency or owner. Find out more on Equipment World.

June 4, 2018