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Lessons the Construction Industry can learn from Retail Logistics
Lessons the Construction Industry can learn from Retail Logistics The construction industry faces many challenges daily, but one that must be addressed is the slow adaptation of new processes to help make sure that projects are efficient. A sector that construction can look to for inspiration is ret...
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Ferrovial wins $1.2B Infrastructure Contracts in the US and Canada
Ferrovial wins $1.2B Infrastructure Contracts in the US and Canada Ferrovial, a leading global infrastructure company, announced today, through its construction subsidiary Webber, that it was awarded nine new contracts totalling $1.2 billion. The work includes roadway improvements, bridge constructi...
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Effective Asset Disposal for Highway Contractors to Maximise Returns
Effective Asset Disposal for Highway Contractors to Maximise Returns In the ever-evolving world of highway construction, contractors often find themselves faced with the challenge of managing plant and machinery that is no longer required. This could be due to various reasons such as the completion...
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Power Supply issues responsible for most EV Charger Maintenance Callouts
Power Supply issues responsible for most EV Charger Maintenance Callouts Techniche today announced the results of a study into why EV chargers break down, revealing that 30% of all charger breakdowns require an engineer visit to fix them. Problems with the power supply were the primary reason, respo...
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Autobrains Liquid AI Software to be deployed in Chinese Electric Vehicles
Autobrains Liquid AI Software to be deployed in Chinese Electric Vehicles Autobrains, a disrupter in automotive artificial intelligence (AI) and Advanced Driver Safety Systems (ADAS), today announced their nomination, which will see Autobrains’ innovative software, Liquid AI, deployed in a new line...
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Humanetics celebrates 30 Years of Manufacturing Anthropomorphic Test Devices
Humanetics celebrates 30 Years of Manufacturing Anthropomorphic Test Devices Humanetics, the world’s premier manufacturer of anthropomorphic test devices (ATDs) – commonly known as crash test dummies – is proud to celebrate its 30th anniversary of operations in Erie County, Ohio, and its...
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Innovations in Electric Vehicle Design and Performance
Innovations in Electric Vehicle Design and Performance The emergence of electric vehicles (EVs) has revolutionised the way that people think about transportation. With EVs offering a greener and more efficient way to travel, they’ve addressed the needs and preferences of drivers who are interested i...
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Inspiring the Next Generation with the mBot2 Educational Robot Kit
Inspiring the Next Generation with the mBot2 Educational Robot Kit In the fast-evolving world of educational technology, the mBot2 by Makeblock stands out as a fantastic and fun tool for aspiring young engineers and coders. This little robot kit is designed to introduce children to the basics of pro...
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Mechanical Engineering and Sustainable Development: Oleksandr Stozhok’s Vision for the Future of Electric Transportation
Mechanical Engineering and Sustainable Development: Oleksandr Stozhok’s Vision for the Future of Electric Transportation Mechanical engineering occupies a critical role in the sustainable development of the transportation sector, reinforcing its remarkable resilience and growth. One of the lea...
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Imperial using Lower Emission Technology for Oil Production
Imperial using Lower Emission Technology for Oil Production Imperial today announced its Grand Rapids oil sands project has started production at Cold Lake, marking the first commercial deployment of the recovery technology that uses less steam to lower emissions intensity. The project, located at I...
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Granite wins $89m subcontract for Airside Transformation Program in Houston
Granite wins $89m subcontract for Airside Transformation Program in Houston Granite is pleased to announce that it has been awarded an $89 million subcontract by United Airlines and Manhattan Construction as part of the overall United Airlines Terminal B Airside Transformation program, a $2 billion...
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Improving Road Safety with Digital Evidence
Improving Road Safety with Digital Evidence A new report is encouraging police forces to change the way they talk about evidence of poor behaviour on the roads submitted by the public, by adopting the more accurate term ‘journey cam’, rather than ‘dash cam’. The report is the culmination of a resear...
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Single-Board Plug-and-Play Gate Drivers for Renewable Energy Installations
Single-Board Plug-and-Play Gate Drivers for Renewable Energy Installations Power Integrations, the leader in gate driver technology for medium- and high-voltage inverter applications, today announced the launch of the SCALE-iFlex™ XLT family of dual-channel plug-and-play gate drivers for oper...
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iGUIDE immersive 2D and 3D Drawing Packages released
iGUIDE immersive 2D and 3D Drawing Packages released Planitar Inc., makers of iGUIDE, a proprietary camera and software platform for capturing and delivering 3D virtual tours and property data, today introduced two new computer-aided design (CAD) drawing packages available for purchase with its iGUI...
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Intelligent Power Management company Exertherm acquired by Eaton
Intelligent Power Management company Exertherm acquired by Eaton Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced it has completed the acquisition of Exertherm, a privately owned, U.K.-based provider of thermal monitoring solutions for electrical equipment. “Exertherm is a company known fo...
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The Comprehensive Role of Board Portals for Successful Meetings
The Comprehensive Role of Board Portals for Successful Meetings Organizations face a number of challenges in managing corporate processes and making strategic decisions. In this context, board portal software and corporate minutes template play an important and all-encompassing role, what Jesus Riva...
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Extracting Rare Earth Elements from old Coal Mines
Extracting Rare Earth Elements from old Coal Mines Deposits of designated critical minerals needed to transition the world’s energy systems away from fossil fuels may, ironically enough, be co-located with coal deposits that have been mined to produce the fossil fuel most implicated in climate chang...
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Eaton announces Higher Power Electric Vehicle Fuses at ACT Expo
Eaton announces Higher Power Electric Vehicle Fuses at ACT Expo Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced it is now offering a portfolio of fuses for commercial electrified vehicles (EVs). Eaton Bussmann series fuses can handle up to 1,400 amps and 900 volts and can be tailored to c...
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Accelera launches Commercial Vehicle Hydrogen and Electric Solutions at ACT Expo
Accelera launches Commercial Vehicle Hydrogen and Electric Solutions at ACT Expo Accelera™ by Cummins, the zero-emissions business segment of Cummins Inc., has launched the next generation of several of its cutting-edge decarbonizing technologies that are shaping the future of clean transport...
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Range Energy and Dot Transportation launch Electric-Powered Trailer Pilot
Range Energy and Dot Transportation launch Electric-Powered Trailer Pilot Range Energy, the company bringing powered trailers to the commercial trucking market, today announced it has signed a pilot agreement with Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI), the transportation affiliate of Dot Foods, the largest...
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Blue Bird Electric Step Van unveiled at ACT Expo
Blue Bird Electric Step Van unveiled at ACT Expo Blue Bird Corporation, the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, will debut its electric-powered step van at the upcoming 2024 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT Expo), North America’s largest advanced transportation technology and clean f...
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BAE and Eaton showcase Electric Drive Technology in Commercial Truck demo
BAE and Eaton showcase Electric Drive Technology in Commercial Truck demo BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion, and Eaton, a global power management company, successfully tested their integrated electric drive system for medium- and heavy-duty commercial trucks. Using this technology, existi...
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Volvo unveils first-ever production ready Autonomous Truck at ACT Expo
Volvo unveils first-ever production ready Autonomous Truck at ACT Expo Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) today unveiled Volvo’s first-ever production ready autonomous truck at the ACT Expo in Las Vegas. The Volvo VNL Autonomous brings together Volvo’s commercial vehicle expertise with industry-lea...
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Teledyne FLIR updates AI-Enabled Neutrino Ground ISR Imaging Module
Teledyne FLIR updates AI-Enabled Neutrino Ground ISR Imaging Module Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, today announced the next mid-wave infrared (MWIR) Neutrino Ground ISR imaging module. The new ITAR-free Neutrino SX8-ISR 35-700 model with 1280×1024 resolution combines...
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Demystifying the Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Asphalt Plants
Demystifying the Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Asphalt Plants Understanding what happens behind the gates at an asphalt plant can dispel many misconceptions. This article explores the inner workings of asphalt plants, looking at their environmental and community impacts, and the...
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Exploring the Science of Measurement on World Metrology Day
Exploring the Science of Measurement on World Metrology Day On the occasion of World Metrology Day on May 20, 2024, we invited Bruno Martin, Director Quality Management & Director Metrology at Minebea Intec, for an expert interview. In this interview, Bruno Martin sheds light on the fundamental...
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Trimble to showcase Surveying Solutions at DCW and GeoBusiness
Trimble to showcase Surveying Solutions at DCW and GeoBusiness Trimble is set to attend Digital Construction Week and GEO Business taking place at London’s ExCel, with the global technology company set to bring its construction and surveying solutions to the exhibition at Stand D250-300.. Trimble ha...
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Italian Concrete Sector celebrates optimism and investment after GIC 2024
Italian Concrete Sector celebrates optimism and investment after GIC 2024 GIC 2024, Europe’s premier concrete industry event, broke records, unveiled diverse innovation, and demonstrated unwavering optimism and commitment towards sustainability, driving the sector towards a vibrant and resilient fut...
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Volvo Masters 2024 crowns its best Volvo Technician Winners
Volvo Masters 2024 crowns its best Volvo Technician Winners A global competition to find the very best of the best Volvo technicians has concluded after a 12-month endurance test of skills, knowledge, stamina and teamwork across all elements of aftersales operations. The team from Volvo dealer KSS K...
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B2W Customer Innovation Award Winners announced by Trimble
B2W Customer Innovation Award Winners announced by Trimble Trimble has announced the winners of the 2024 B2W Customer Innovation Awards(opens in a new window) for North American heavy civil contractors. Bituminous Roadways, Gulf Operators and Sherwood Companies are recognized for their Return on Inv...
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Liebherr’s new Online Used Equipment Platform powered by Krank
Liebherr’s new Online Used Equipment Platform powered by Krank Liebherr, in collaboration with Krank technology, has announced the launch of its own hosted digital platform, the Used Equipment Marketplace, specifically tailored for selected product segments. This initiative is a first for a ma...
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Harness the future mobility at the Unconference Mobility Camp
Harness the future mobility at the Unconference Mobility Camp Get ready to mark your calendars because Mobility Camp is making its much-anticipated return! That’s right, the volunteer-run ‘Unconference’ is back for its 7th year! Mobility Camp is coming to York on Friday 20th September, and it...
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Enter the JCB Tracked Excavator Operator Competition
Enter the JCB Tracked Excavator Operator Competition All bets are off as JCB gives the UK’s best tracked excavator operator the chance to win an all-expenses paid trip to Las Vegas. JCB is looking for an operator with the X Factor during the JCB UK Operator Challenge. The winner will be crowned JCB...
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AtkinsRéalis takes on I-75 Interchange in Florida to Transform Traffic
AtkinsRéalis takes on I-75 Interchange in Florida to Transform Traffic AtkinsRéalis, a globally integrated professional services and project management powerhouse, has once again demonstrated its engineering prowess by securing a prestigious contract with the Florida Department of Transportation (FD...
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Metso announces diesel-electric Lokotrack EC Crusher Range
Metso announces diesel-electric Lokotrack EC Crusher Range Metso’s Lokotrack® EC range brings a new diesel-electric power line to the aggregates market. All the process functions of the range are electric, significantly reducing the use of hydraulic oil needed in the crushing operations. All Lokotra...
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Volvo Construction Equipment leading Sustainable Change
Volvo Construction Equipment leading Sustainable Change VolvoCE is leading sustainable change by disclosing the industry’s most extensive catalogue of Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) reports – making it easy for customers to take active steps to reduce their environmental impact. The reports co...
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DANNAR High-Power Bi-Directional Solutions set for ACT Expo 2024
DANNAR High-Power Bi-Directional Solutions set for ACT Expo 2024 DANNAR, a global leader in clean energy technology and the pioneer of the Mobile Power Station® category – is revealing its latest MPS platform option at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo (ACT Expo), North America’s premier...
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Cemex introduces Vialayer Asphalt Solution to improve durability of Urban Roads
Cemex introduces Vialayer Asphalt Solution to improve durability of Urban Roads Global building materials solutions supplier Cemex has introduced Vialayer, an advanced Asphalt solution that improves the durability of urban roads to help strengthen surfaces against the growing problem of potholes, de...
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Revolutionary DJI Zenmuse H30 pushes the boundaries of Aerial Visuals
Revolutionary DJI Zenmuse H30 pushes the boundaries of Aerial Visuals DJI, the world’s leader in civil drone technology has released the DJI Zenmuse H30 Series. This marks the first time that DJI has pushed the boundaries of the enterprise payload, delivering visuals night or day with clearer...
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Aggregate Industries invests £9m for brand new Ammann Asphalt Plant in Staffordshire
Aggregate Industries invests £9m for brand new Ammann Asphalt Plant in Staffordshire Aggregate Industries has opened a brand new asphalt plant to serve Staffordshire and the surrounding areas as part of a £9m investment. The Cauldon plant in the Staffordshire Moorlands is based next to the company’s...
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Submit your Entry for the London Construction Awards 2024
Submit your Entry for the London Construction Awards 2024 The countdown is on to submit your entries for the London Construction Awards 2024! The deadline for all submissions is 5pm June 7th. The London Construction Awards celebrates the major achievements, developments, and innovations that have sh...
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Mitigating Standing Water with KerbDrain on the Toneway Corridor Project
Mitigating Standing Water with KerbDrain on the Toneway Corridor Project Posing a major pinch point on the Taunton highway network in Somerset, the Toneway Corridor Capacity Improvement Scheme was a major transport project that was conceived toto increase the capacity at the Toneway Creech Castle ju...
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Three new Liebherr Mobile Cranes for Mantovani Global Services in Italy
Three new Liebherr Mobile Cranes for Mantovani Global Services in Italy Italian customer Mantovani Global Services Srl purchased a Liebherr LTM 1150-5.3. The new mobile crane successfully rounds off crane hire company’s fleet and is lined up next to an LTM 1100-5.2 and an LTM 1250-5.1. The 150-tonne...
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Kubota introduces new Compact Telehandler to expands Materials Handling range
Kubota introduces new Compact Telehandler to expands Materials Handling range Kubota (UK) Ltd has launched its first telehandler, seeking to provide a wider range of machinery solutions for Construction and associated industries. Called the KTH4815-2, the compact machine boasts an overall width of 1...
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Senior Legal and Finance Experts unveil plans for Legal AI Spend and Innovation
Senior Legal and Finance Experts unveil plans for Legal AI Spend and Innovation Senior in-house legal and finance department leaders across industries reveal differing plans for future legal and legal AI spend, but share commitment to seeking innovation and new ways to add value Burford Capital, the...
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Ambitious 13km Himalayan Tunnel Project relies on Two Vögele Pavers
Ambitious 13km Himalayan Tunnel Project relies on Two Vögele Pavers India’s most ambitious tunnel construction project is currently in progress in the heart of the inaccessible mountain range: With a length of approximately 13 km, the Zoji-La Tunnel will provide a weather-independent connection betw...
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German Bionic Holistic 360° Human Augmentation Platform set for VivaTech 2024
German Bionic Holistic 360° Human Augmentation Platform set for VivaTech 2024 This year at VivaTech, German Bionic unveils its comprehensive 360° Human Augmentation Platform. The user-centred ecosystem integrates the latest versions of the Apogee series e-exoskeletons together with German Bionic OS...
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Bobcat Excavator modified with Remote Control for Ventilation Shaft Work in Sweden
Bobcat Excavator modified with Remote Control for Ventilation Shaft Work in Sweden A new Bobcat E88 8.9 tonne mini-excavator has been specially modified in Sweden with a number of features including remote control, for work on building ventilation shafts for the Förbifart Stockholm (Stockholm Bypass...
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CDE EvoWash Technology enhances Manufactured Sand Production across Turkey
CDE EvoWash Technology enhances Manufactured Sand Production across Turkey Turkey has vast natural sand resources, but the industry is facing permit restrictions which is impacting on the availability of natural sand. This, in turn, is driving ready mix firms to get creative with the production of c...
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48 Volt DC Converter for Harsh Environments introduced by Eaton
48 Volt DC Converter for Harsh Environments introduced by Eaton Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced it is now offering a higher power version of its low-voltage 48-volt DC/DC converter for commercial and off-highway vehicles that is designed to withstand the harsh environments...
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Iteris to spearhead Intelligent Transportation Project in Cebu
Iteris to spearhead Intelligent Transportation Project in Cebu Iteris, Inc., the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has been chosen to support the selection and deployment of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) technologies in Me...
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Sheba Microsystems announces the first Autofocus Automotive Camera
Sheba Microsystems announces the first Autofocus Automotive Camera Sheba Microsystems Inc., a leader in MEMS technologies, today announced the launch of Sharp-7, the world’s first autofocus automotive camera. It is the first time Sheba is offering an automotive-specific solution, incorporating an au...
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Hytera celebrates ICCAs Award 2024 for Interconnected MCS and TETRA Systems
Hytera celebrates ICCAs Award 2024 for Interconnected MCS and TETRA Systems Hytera Communications, a leading global provider of professional communication technologies and solutions, was honoured with ICCAs 2024 Award of “Best use of critical communications in industrial, manufacturing, mining resou...
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Isuzu developing Autonomous Logistics Business with $30m investment in Gatik
Isuzu developing Autonomous Logistics Business with $30m investment in Gatik Isuzu Motors Limited and Gatik AI, Inc. have agreed to further enhance the development of the North American autonomous driving business. Isuzu will invest US$30 million in Gatik, forging a strong partnership between the tw...
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Arabian Chemical Terminals Abu Dhabi is Open for Business
Arabian Chemical Terminals Abu Dhabi is Open for Business Arabian Chemical Terminals LLC in Abu Dhabi is proud to announce the start of operations at its newly built chemical tank storage terminal in Khalifa Port, Abu Dhabi, UAE. The terminal is the first commercial chemical tank farm of its kind in...
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A Guide to Asphalt Production Plant Operation
A Guide to Asphalt Production Plant Operation Asphalt plants play an indispensable role in road construction and maintenance, churning out the asphalt mix that paves our highways, city streets, and parking lots. Understanding how these plants operate is essential for contractors, engineers, investor...
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TinyMobileRobots announces Data Logging for all TinySurveyor Robots
TinyMobileRobots announces Data Logging for all TinySurveyor Robots TinyMobileRobots, a Danish-based robotics company and innovator in surveying technology, is proud to announce the release of App version 9.9.0 and Robot Software version 9.9.6 for all TinySurveyor robots, scheduled for the 13th of M...
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Workplace Compliance and Site Safety Protocols
Workplace Compliance and Site Safety Protocols Compliance in a workplace encompasses a vast range of areas, from electrical and mechanical systems to pressure and waste systems, utilities, HSE and much more. Workplace health and safety compliance is required across any facility that’s governed...
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SMT set to promote Future Construction Site Transition at Hillhead 2024
SMT set to promote Future Construction Site Transition at Hillhead 2024 SMT, the authorised dealer for Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) in Great Britain, will return to Hillhead 2024 with a renewed focus on net zero and guiding customers’ transition towards construction sites of the future, t...
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Yunex Traffic to unveil new Sustainable Actis Traffic Signal Range at Traffex
Yunex Traffic to unveil new Sustainable Actis Traffic Signal Range at Traffex Yunex Traffic will be exhibiting a range of innovative and intelligent solutions at this year’s Traffex exhibition. With the widest end-to-end portfolio of intelligent traffic solutions, the company will be demonstrating h...
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