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Technology

John Deere’s new GoPush app offers quick reference for 1050K dozer operation, maintenance

John Deere has released a helpful app for owners and operators of its 1050K dozer, especially those who dislike having to keep a paper reference handy. The new GoPush app should prove useful for those familiar and new to the 1050K, offering quick reference for daily servicing, a maintenance checklist, machine setup, and an icon glossary […]

July 7, 2015

Safety

Friday is “Don’t Fry Day”; OSHA campaign reminds workers of the dangers of sun overexposure

As outdoor temperatures begin to rise, so does the chance of illnesses related to working outside. Heat stress and overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays can cause deadly effects – both in the short and long run. OSHA, which has long led a campaign to prevent heat illness in outdoor workers, has teamed up with […]

May 21, 2015

Technology

REVIEW: Can Lemur’s $100 BlueDriver device and app match up to a $3,000 OBD-II scan tool?

Turn your smartphone or tablet into a $3,000 scan tool for $100? Sounds a bit far-fetched. Is the Lemur BlueDriver more gimmick than genuine? That’s the question we wanted to find out. Scan tools are as important in today’s service tech’s toolbox as any wrench, screwdriver or socket. Maybe more so. They gather data from all the vehicle’s microprocessors and […]

April 23, 2015

Roadbuilding

Mi Drive app helps Michigan motorists navigate around construction zones

The Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) free Mi Drive app, which has reached more than 40,000 downloads since its launch in November 2014, helps motorists find alternate routes around construction zones with details on traffic incidents and the latest construction project updates. “The summer driving season is always hectic but it’s no secret there’s work […]

April 17, 2015

Roadbuilding

New Improve Detroit app allows residents to quickly file detailed infrastructure issue reports

The city of Detroit is turning its citizens into infrastructure watchdogs with the new Improve Detroit app. The app, available for both Android and iOS, can be used to report issues such as potholes and water main breaks directly to the city. “The new Improve Detroit app is like having City Hall on your phone,” said […]

April 14, 2015

Safety

WorkplaceAware Safety reporting app can keep near misses from turning into serious accidents

For every reported fatal workplace accident there are 29 minor injuries and 300 near misses that go unreported. And anybody who knows construction knows why. Guys are afraid to interrupt the flow of work, or they fear retribution or paperwork, or to quote the Arnold, “I ain’t got time to bleed.” The WorkplaceAware system enables […]

January 20, 2015

Roadbuilding

DOT highway signs tell drivers ‘Get Your Head Out of Your Apps’

A recent message from Iowa Interstate displays posted by the Iowa DOT. In an effort to convince drivers to slow down and focus on the road, several state departments of transportation are turning to the permanent digital displays hanging over Interstates across the country. And they’re beginning to come up with some pretty clever slogans […]

November 27, 2014

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

Technology

Construction app PlanGrid playing a key role in Apple’s new focus on enterprise

When Apple and IBM announced a partnership focused on more efficiently spreading iPads and iPhones throughout the corporate world, many were shocked. This was after all, the company Apple co-founder and former CEO Steve Jobs dissed (openly) and repeatedly. In the late 1970s and early 80s, IBM was the droning, robotic, corporatized behemoth Apple sought to […]

November 11, 2014

Safety

Free Safety Apps You Can Put to Work on the Construction Jobsite

Train, track and respond to hazards - from heat safety to decibel level monitoring - with these must-download mobile apps.

July 9, 2014

Roadbuilding

14 Apps to Help You with Snow Removal

The recent winter storms have required several agencies to get creative with their snow and ice removal. Last month, we asked you to share your stories, photos and videos that show how you’re battling the extreme winter weather. (You can see the responses here.) When we asked for your submissions, we shared a funny graphic […]

February 7, 2014

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No. 7 in 2013: “Scoop” game brings excavator operation to the tablet

In October, we profiled the development of a great game for tablets and smartphones called “Scoop.” The game gives you a first-person view from the operator’s chair, with joysticks located at the bottom of the screen, and tasks players with digging missions coupled with real world physics. For $2, it’s a lot of fun for little […]

December 30, 2013