Tag: construction technology

Technology

New e-ticketing app allows small to mid-size contractors to go paperless

A new e-ticketing service designed to save contractors time and money – as well as enable contactless transactions – will hit the market in the new year. Soil Connect is launching the new e-ticketing service as part of its strategy to become a one-stop shop for contractors who need to buy or sell dirt and other haul […]

January 1, 2021

Construction Equipment

Vermeer to intro electric horizontal directional drills following acquisition

Vermeer recently bought Normag's electric HDD rigs, generator sets and fluid management systems technology. Details here on Equipment World.

December 29, 2020

Technology

Command Alkon acquires Libra Systems to continue services expansion

Command Alkon's purchase of Libra Systems aids in expanding its services to the asphalt, concrete and aggregate industries. Details on Equipment World.

December 17, 2020

The Dirt

How Spot the Robot Dog Got a Job in Construction | The Dirt #17

Boston Dynamics and Trimble leaders discuss Spot the robot dog and the future of robotics in construction on this episode of The Dirt. Watch it here on Equipment World.

November 23, 2020

Telematics

Orbcomm’s ST 9100 telematics device designed for work in remote areas

Orbcomm's ST 9100 telematics device connects to cellular networks and low-latency satellite communications, allowing for monitoring in remote areas.

November 23, 2020

Telematics

DPL offers “affordable, quick installing” construction equipment telematics on month-to-month contract

The new AssetCommand Max Tracking System from DPL Telematics is an affordable fleet tracking system with a quick install and advanced features. Details here.

November 13, 2020

Technology

Trimble sells construction logistics business to Command Alkon

Command Alkon plans to buy Trimble’s construction logistics business to expand its products for coordinating jobsite deliveries among material suppliers, haulers and contractors. Trimble logistics telematics solutions enable ready-mix concrete and aggregates delivery managers to track, schedule, route and communicate across their fleets. “Fleets benefit from automated real-time vehicle location and status, turn-by-turn navigation, monitoring […]

October 29, 2020

Construction Equipment

Remotely send machine files, tap into operating data with new Komatsu Smart Construction Remote

Komatsu has announced a new tool that gives contractors a huge expansion of remote access capability. The new Komatsu Smart Construction Remote app lets you tap into your machines remotely, allowing you to upload design files, view location data and help operators troubleshoot issues without having to travel to the jobsite. The application essentially lets […]

October 19, 2020

Technology

New Trimble Roadworks 2D Paving delivers automatic asphalt thickness

Trimble’s new Roadworks 2D Paving Control Platform provides automatic screed control for asphalt pavers. The company says the system can be mounted to new and existing pavers of any manufacturer. The system is designed to improve paving accuracy and speed. The Android-system software is easy to use for operators of all skill levels, the company […]

October 16, 2020

Construction Equipment

Bosch GT400C thermal camera captures offers wide detection range, side-by-side comparisons

New Bosch thermal camera is designed to give electricians, MEP contractors and HVAC technicians a lightweight and convenient detection tool.

October 8, 2020

Technology

Hilti Concrete Sensors monitor concrete, deliver test results via phone app

Hilti’s new Concrete Sensors will be available nationwide soon, enabling contractors to use a mobile app for real-time monitoring of concrete as it cures and dries, as well as receive tests of the mix design from the company’s in-house lab. Hilti acquired technology startup company Concrete Sensors earlier this year and is rolling out the […]

October 7, 2020

Construction Equipment

Deere Debuts 3D-Ready 210L Tractor Loaders and an Improved Box Blade

The John Deere 210L and 210L EP tractor loaders are now available with both a grade control-ready option and a grade indicate option—both of which are installed at the factory. Combined with an updated box blade, the systems give the machines productivity increases in jobs such as site prep, road building and landscaping jobs, Deere […]

September 24, 2020