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Roadbuilding

L.A. Metro launches crime-reporting app

Los Angeles County transit officials yesterday unveiled a new app that allows commuters on Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) trains and buses to report crimes, according to the the Los Angeles Times. The L.A. Metro Transit Watch app, much like an app MARTA released in April, lets commuters directly call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s […]

June 27, 2013

Technology

The iPhone 5 blueprint

This is the blueprint for Apple's new iPhone 5 and it breaks down each element of the device's unique industrial design. It's meant for manufacturers of iPhone accessories so they can design their cases, cables and connectors accordingly.

September 17, 2012

Construction Equipment

PlanGrid blueprint app launches on iPhone with Box.net integration

PlanGrid has released an app for the iPhone that provides the same functionality as its popular iPad app for viewing and annotating blueprints on the jobsite.

September 13, 2012

Workforce

Trimble’s Juno T41 is a rugged smartphone designed for the jobsite

For those looking to implement smartphones into the day-to-day operations of their jobsite but are worried about the fragile nature of those devices, Trimble stepped forward Wednesday with a solution.

August 15, 2012

Technology

Miller Electric Mfg. launches mobile-friendly site for viewing manuals

Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has launched a new mobile-friendly website that allows its customers to search for an view Miller owner’s manuals directly from the Web

June 26, 2012

Workforce

Construction apps evolving into essential tools

If you’ve seen the June issue of Equipment World, you might have noticed I included some of the latest construction apps in Reporter, our news section. These apps were just a few of the newest offerings out there; I wish we had the room to run more. Even if you don’t see articles about them, […]

June 19, 2012

Business

Autodesk aims to boost cloud and mobile computing on construction job sites with Vela Systems acquisition

Autodesk recently announced its acquisition of Vela Systems a provider of cloud-based field management software for the construction industry.

June 18, 2012

Technology

ADM launches mobile website

Asphalt Drum Mixers (ADM) has introduced a mobile version of its website to allow for smartphone compatibility. The mobile website contains all the content from the original site, but is formatted for easy navigation on small touchscreens. Visit admasphaltplants.com on any smartphone to view the mobile website.

June 4, 2012

Home

East Manufacturing launches new website

East Manufacturing has launched a new version of its website, eastmfg.com. The website features a dealer locator and showcases East’s products such as aluminum dump, flatbed and refuse trailers and heavy duty truck accessories. The website is designed to be easily accessible from any PC, smartphone or tablet.

May 16, 2012

Safety

Technology

Cracking the Service Code Companies are using QR codes for more than just marketing. By Lauren Heartsill Dowdle Initially used by the automotive industry to track vehicle parts, quick response (QR) codes can now be seen everywhere from magazines to store signs. When scanned, these 2-D barcode patterns take smartphone users with the proper app […]

April 5, 2012

Roadbuilding

Volvo Rents “digging” its way into Merced, Modesto

Volvo Rents announced the acquisition of Valley Rental Centers, a two location construction equipment rental company based in Merced and Modesto, California.  Previously co-owned by Volvo Rents franchisees Helder Garcia and Brian Silveria., the centers are located at 101 S. Hwy 59 in Merced and 4600 Salida Blvd. in Salida. Anchored by an increase in […]

August 2, 2011

Roadbuilding

Heil Trailer International hires new vice president of product development

Heil Trailer International announced that Yassir Shanshal has accepted the position of vice president of product development. Shanshal will be working out of the Global Support Center in Cleveland, Tenn., reporting to Greg Hewitt, president of Heil Trailer International. Shanshal will have overall management and technical responsibility for new product development, research and development activities, and […]

August 2, 2011