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Yanmar optimistic for Conexpo and the year ahead
Yanmar optimistic for Conexpo and the year ahead The industry has weathered a range of crises since the last CONEXPO-CON/AGG. While uncertainties remain, there is a lot to be optimistic about. Tate Johnson, President of Yanmar Compact Equipment North America has shared with us his insights for Yanma...
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Revolutionized approach to Mapping is essential and unavoidable
Revolutionized approach to Mapping is essential and unavoidable The purpose of mapping has been to help people navigate around places in the physical world, something that has held true for centuries. But driving has evolved and, most importantly, cars and roads have evolved. As we enter an era of a...
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Atkins wins Design Contract for Dublin’s MetroLink Project
Atkins wins Design Contract for Dublin’s MetroLink Project Atkins, a member of the SNC Lavalin Group, has been appointed by Transport Infrastructure Ireland to deliver the detailed design for the Advance Works programme for the MetroLink Project, a high capacity, high-frequency metro railway a...
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Bio Bitumen promises Sustainable Asphalt Manufacturing
Bio Bitumen promises Sustainable Asphalt Manufacturing QM Recycled Energy has been appointed the exclusive UK distributor of German company B2 Square’s Bio Bitumen. This is a completely new method of manufacturing asphalt – a safer, more energy efficient and CO2 negative process. This as...
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Plantworx to provide platform for Engineering Start-ups of the future
Plantworx to provide platform for Engineering Start-ups of the future Plantworx 2023 will be held 13th to 15th June 2023 at the East of England Arena in Peterborough, UK, and will provide a platform for start-ups engineering the future, connecting them to some of the UK’s most influential comp...
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VolvoCE now offers Electric Conversion for L120H Wheel Loader
VolvoCE now offers Electric Conversion for L120H Wheel Loader As part of an industry-leading ambition to advance its electromobility offering with speed and reliability, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has developed a solution to convert the L120 wheel loader to electric – fulfilling market...
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Sleipner Product Line now available exclusively in Canada through Brandt
Sleipner Product Line now available exclusively in Canada through Brandt The Brandt Group of Companies has announce that they have been named the exclusive Canadian distributor for the complete range of heavy equipment mobilization products from Sleipner Finland Ltd. Sleipner products are proven to...
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What to consider when buying a second-hand vehicle
What to consider when buying a second-hand vehicle The used market is a popular option for many motorists. It offers a much broader selection of vehicles, at comparatively very reasonable prices. What’s more, when you’re buying used cars, you don’t have to think about the environmental consequences...
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ATLAS 180 WSR Excavator the perfect solution for narrow construction sites
ATLAS 180 WSR Excavator the perfect solution for narrow construction sites “Thanks to our ATLAS wheeled excavator 180 WSR we don’t have to deal with a lot of the problems regularly happening at spatially limited construction sites. Due to the short tail, the tilt rotator and the hydraulic quick rele...
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Traffic Group Signals adds custom Command Centre Vehicle to their fleet
Traffic Group Signals adds custom Command Centre Vehicle to their fleet Reimagining what it means to deliver best-in-class traffic management solutions, Traffic Group Signals has welcomed a custom-built Command Centre Vehicle into its growing fleet – a first of its kind for the industry. Allow...
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Caring for your First Car
Caring for your First Car When you’re getting out onto the road for the first time, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by expectations. This applies not just to how you behave behind the wheel, but to your responsibility to keep your car in good condition, too. Fortunately, caring for a car is something th...
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Scaling Solar Energy to decarbonize Cement production
Scaling Solar Energy to decarbonize Cement production CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. has announced today that the U.S. Department of Energy awarded US$3.2 million to Solar MEAD, a joint project headed by CEMEX, Sandia National Laboratories, and Synhelion, which aims to decarbonize cement production. Solar ME...
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Esri to provide Malta with GIS Technology and Training
Esri to provide Malta with GIS Technology and Training In 1990, the government of Malta formed the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA) with a mission to manage the implementation of public IT programs; since then, the agency has sought to increase the digital transformation of the country...
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Top 5 Robotics trends for 2023
Top 5 Robotics trends for 2023 The stock of operational robots around the globe hit a new record of about 3.5 million units – the value of installations reached an estimated 15.7 billion USD. The International Federation of Robotics analyses the top 5 trends shaping robotics and automation in 2023....
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Bobcat set for Conexpo with new innovations and technologies
Bobcat set for Conexpo with new innovations and technologies Bobcat Company, a global compact equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, is preparing to showcase its most robust line-up ever at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 in Las Vegas, March 14 – 18. The brand will celebrate its newest innov...
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Wells Fargo releases 2023 Construction Industry Forecast
Wells Fargo releases 2023 Construction Industry Forecast Wells Fargo has released their 2023 Construction Industry Forecast, a survey designed to gather insights on sentiment and current business conditions in the construction industry. This year’s survey indicates a level of cautious optimism preva...
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Keynote speakers to champion Diversity and Inclusion at the Sydney Build Expo
Keynote speakers to champion Diversity and Inclusion at the Sydney Build Expo Sydney Build Expo has confirmed that this year’s event will include a new conference stage dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion. Keynote speakers and panellists on stage will explore a wide range of important and nuanced...
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Allison Transmissions in three quarter of the Trucks at World of Concrete
Allison Transmissions in three quarter of the Trucks at World of Concrete Allison Transmission was well represented at the World of Concrete, a premier tradeshow for the construction and masonry industries, which took place January 17-19 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Three out of every four trucks exhibited...
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Helpful tips for planning a New Build Construction Project
Helpful tips for planning a New Build Construction Project New build homes are popping up across the country. These new homes are becoming the preferred property choice by a rising number of homeowners across the UK. Although homeowners will have reasons for flocking to the new build market, the gro...
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Sixth CyberTruck Challenge introduces students to Transport Cybersecurity issues
Sixth CyberTruck Challenge introduces students to Transport Cybersecurity issues The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) announced today that it will once again serve as the lead sponsor for CyberTruck Challenge – a five-day gathering in which college students from the United States a...
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Ferrovial and RWE to construct and operate Wind Projects off the Spanish coast
Ferrovial and RWE to construct and operate Wind Projects off the Spanish coast Ferrovial, the sustainable infrastructure and mobility company, and RWE, a world-leading renewables player, have agreed on a partnership to analyse the joint development, construction and operation of floating offshore wi...
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HAMM set for Conexpo with Earthworks and Asphalt Construction Innovations
HAMM set for Conexpo with Earthworks and Asphalt Construction Innovations HAMM is presenting a packed program at Conexpo/CON-AGG 2023, including several world premieres as well as innovative further developments. The spectrum of innovations ranges from electrified tandem rollers, compactors, pneumat...
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SENNEBOGEN expands range with new 80 tonne Telescopic Crawler Crane
SENNEBOGEN expands range with new 80 tonne Telescopic Crawler Crane SENNEBOGEN has added another model to its range of telescopic crawler cranes: the 80-tonner 683 E. With its load capacity of 80 metric tons and a main boom length of 42 m, the ninth model in the series fits perfectly into the gap be...
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MIT discovers method to extract Carbon Dioxide from the ocean
MIT discovers method to extract Carbon Dioxide from the ocean A new method for removing the greenhouse gas from the ocean could be far more efficient than existing systems for removing it from the air. As carbon dioxide continues to build up in the Earth’s atmosphere, research teams around the world...
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New Cat 950 and 962 Wheel Loaders feature Premium performance and technology
New Cat 950 and 962 Wheel Loaders feature Premium performance and technology Delivering premium performance, the new Cat® 950 and 962 Next Generation Wheel Loaders feature standard simple-to-use technologies that boost operator efficiencies, provide consistent bucket fill factors and increase produc...
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VisionTrack delivers AI Video Analysis Technology to improve Highway Safety
VisionTrack delivers AI Video Analysis Technology to improve Highway Safety VisionTrack, the leading AI video telematics and connected fleet data specialist, is transforming fleet safety with the launch of a sophisticated AI-powered post-analysis solution. NARA (Notification, Analysis and Risk Asses...
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FLIR Si124 Thermal Cameras preventing failures to keep the lights on
FLIR Si124 Thermal Cameras preventing failures to keep the lights on SPI Inspections provides their customers with top-notch utility system and infrastructure inspections, relying on their extensive experience in the field and advanced inspection technology. The team uses UAVs, FLIR thermal cameras,...
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GroundCloud acquired by Descartes
GroundCloud acquired by Descartes Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that it has acquired GroundCloud, a cloud-based provider of final-mile carrier solutions and road safety compliance tools. GroundCloud is a leader in final-mi...
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Astec to showcase OneASTEC and new innovations at Conexpo
Astec to showcase OneASTEC and new innovations at Conexpo Astec will showcase its strength in the infrastructure market and its unique position to offer customers a one-stop shop of equipment for the asphalt, concrete, mining, quarrying, forestry, and industrial heating industries. In the outside Di...
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Travelers new Innovation Network aims to boost Construction productivity
Travelers new Innovation Network aims to boost Construction productivity The Travelers Companies, Inc., today launched the Travelers Innovation Network for Construction, an online platform providing construction customers with access to industry insights, as well as a curated group of technology pro...
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BMW in talks with UK Government for £75 million EV grant
BMW in talks with UK Government for £75 million EV grant It recently came to light that the British government is in talks with German automotive giant BMW, over a funding package that would be worth £75 million. If successful, the scheme would mean electric Minis being produced, long-term, at a fac...
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UK approves Hydrogen-powered Diggers to drive on British roads
UK approves Hydrogen-powered Diggers set to drive on British roads The world’s first digger, powered by a hydrogen combustion engine, will soon be on UK roads and building sites following recent government approval, helping to decarbonise the UK’s construction industry. The UK government has given s...
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Electric Mobility the future of construction sites
Electric Mobility the future of construction sites Construction sites are one of the largest sources of carbon dioxide emissions. The machines used in construction also contribute to these “grey emissions”. Many companies are currently switching to electromobility to improve their carbon footprint....
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Hyundai unveils new range of Heavy Line Diesel Forklift Trucks
Hyundai unveils new range of Heavy Line Diesel Forklift Trucks Hyundai Material Handling has unveiled a range of Heavy Line diesel forklift trucks, with an improved cab environment, EU Stage V emissions-compliant engines and the option of Hyundai’s HiMate telematic monitoring system. There are 10 mo...
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Geophysical Survey Systems to showcase GPR Technology at Conexpo
Geophysical Survey Systems to showcase GPR Technology at Conexpo Geophysical Survey Systems, Inc (GSSI), the world’s leading manufacturer of ground penetrating radar (GPR) equipment, will be showcasing its GPR equipment at Conexpo, March 14-18, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In booth #N12921 GSSI will d...
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Komatsu releases Boom Change System for PC490HRD-11 Demolition Machine
Komatsu releases Boom Change System for PC490HRD-11 Demolition Machine With the display of its K100 boom change system for the PC490HRD-11 high reach demolition machine, Komatsu Europe demonstrate a new level of demolition project efficiency for customers. The K100 boom change system allows you to r...
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MB Crusher equipped excavators return waste to the production cycle
MB Crusher equipped excavators return waste to the production cycle Road maintenance in quarries, as in all remote hard-to-reach places, is often expensive, labour-intensive and time-consuming. This is because the full potential of the heavy machines already on site is often not utilized. For exampl...
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Yara Marine reducing emissions on 300 vessels with FuelOpt propulsion optimization
Yara Marine reducing emissions on 300 vessels with FuelOpt propulsion optimization Yara Marine has secured the three hundredth vessel contract for FuelOpt, its automated propulsion optimization system. The order strengthens Yara’s presence in the rapidly growing sector of vessel optimization, as shi...
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Algeco appointed by Galliford Try as strategic Building Hire partner
Algeco appointed by Galliford Try as strategic Building Hire partner Algeco, Europe’s leading modular building solutions brand, has been appointed as a strategic partner by Galliford Try for the supply of temporary modular buildings for hire. Galliford Try project sectors include education, defence,...
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UK’s largest rail re-signalling scheme in Cambridge supported by Telent
UK’s largest rail re-signalling scheme in Cambridge supported by Telent One of the largest re-signalling schemes undertaken in the UK, the Cambridge Re-signalling project, will be supported by digital infrastructure specialists Telent for its telecommunication needs. The project will improve t...
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The History of Bitumen
The History of Bitumen Bitumen is a substance produced through the distillation of crude oil, a sticky, black, highly viscous liquid, or semi-solid form, of petroleum. It is renowned for its waterproofing and adhesive properties and most commonly used in the construction industry, notably for roads...
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Transitioning to Net Zero: The far-reaching global responsibility
Transitioning to Net Zero: The far-reaching global responsibility The shift towards net zero emissions is gaining traction as businesses and countries alike become increasingly aware of the need to address climate change. This transition involves reducing emissions and investing in renewable energy...
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Connected Street Lighting improves Highway Maintenance for Local Authorities
Connected Street Lighting improves Highway Maintenance for Local Authorities Bath & North East Somerset (B&NES) Council is now managing its entire stock of 22,271 lighting assets, comprising streetlights, bollards, bellisa beacons; illuminated signs and feeder pillars, through an advanced co...
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JCB breakthrough proves appeal of Hydrogen Combustion Technology
JCB breakthrough proves appeal of Hydrogen Combustion Technology JCB has made a major breakthrough in proving the wider appeal of hydrogen combustion technology by installing one of its super-efficient hydrogen engines into a 7.5 tonne Mercedes truck. The retrofit was completed in just days and one...
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How 3D Printing is improving Flexible Design in Construction
How 3D Printing is improving Flexible Design in Construction Construction and flexibility aren’t traditionally words that go together—particularly when you consider traditional building materials such as concrete and throw tight budgets, limited materials, and increasing transportation costs into th...
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Atlas Copco begins Electric Portable Air Compressor production in Antwerp
Atlas Copco begins Electric Portable Air Compressor production in Antwerp Leading the shift to a more sustainable society, Atlas Copco is investing in the future by inaugurating its first production line dedicated to the assembly of low carbon electric compressors. Based in Antwerp, Belgium, the new...
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CASE teases new attitude and new equipment for CONEXPO
CASE teases new attitude and new equipment for CONEXPO CASE Construction Equipment is putting the construction industry on notice with a promise that “You’ll See the Difference” at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023, held in Las Vegas March 14-18, 2023. The 180-year-old+ manufacturer will highlight “The New CASE”...
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Improve your Leadership to drive Positive Change
Improve your Leadership to drive Positive Change To become a successful leader, you will need to master the ability to influence others so that you can drive positive change within your organisation. This may involve using effective tactics, which can help you connect with others and inspire them to...
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3 challenges to deliver Government Agency Projects
3 challenges to deliver Government Agency Projects When it comes to government agency projects, some of the main objectives are to make the process efficient and stay within the budget. And to achieve that, there need to be solid project management practices in place. However, there are many obstacl...
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StormSettler approved for Stormwater Runoff Treatment
StormSettler approved for Stormwater Runoff Treatment StormTrap announced today the release of the new stormwater treatment device, StormSettler™. The patent-pending treatment device, designed to remove sediment from stormwater runoff, has received New Jersey Corporation for Advanced Technolo...
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Bobcat invests $9.3m for Automated Press at North Dakota Manufacturing Plant
Bobcat invests $9.3m for Automated Press at North Dakota Manufacturing Plant Bobcat Company, a global leader in the compact equipment industry, has completed a $9.3 million investment in punch press automation and press technology at its manufacturing facility in Gwinner, North Dakota, USA. The new...
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Top Factors for an effective Construction Project
Top Factors for an effective Construction Project Committing to a major construction project can come with a range of challenges, so you should be aware of the most important factors to ensure success. It’s essential to set goals and create an effective plan so that your project can be finished on t...
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Successful bauma CONEXPO INDIA celebrated Sustainable Technologies
Successful bauma CONEXPO INDIA celebrated Sustainable Technologies bauma CONEXPO INDIA, which took place from January 31 to February 3, 2023, at the India Expo Centre, Greater Noida / Delhi NCR, closed with impressive results: a total of 601 exhibitors from 26 countries and 41,108 visitors from 83 c...
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Cyngn wins Autonomous Driving contract for Heavy Machinery
Cyngn wins Autonomous Driving contract for Heavy Machinery Cyngn, a developer of innovative autonomous driving solutions for industrial applications, has announced it has been awarded a multi-phase contract to implement autonomous vehicle technology by a global, large-cap company in the heavy machin...
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Prometheus Materials achieves ASTM certification for Bio-Cement
Prometheus Materials achieves ASTM certification for Bio-Cement Prometheus Materials, a leader in sustainable building materials, has achieved foundational certifications ASTM C129 for nonloadbearing CMUs and ASTM C90 for loadbearing CMUs for its bio-cement, providing the company with prominent reco...
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Esri’s new ArcGIS Reality Software captures the World in 3D
Esri’s new ArcGIS Reality Software captures the World in 3D Business, government, and science organizations increasingly rely on drones, crewed aircraft, and satellites to capture imagery. Detailed imagery data provides visibility into operations and opportunities, unpacking information from e...
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RoboSense LiDAR to drive safety for Toyota Cars
RoboSense LiDAR to drive safety for Toyota Cars RoboSense, a world-leading provider of Smart LiDAR Sensor Systems, officially announced its partnership with Toyota, the world’s best-selling carmaker, on large-scale production with nominated orders for multiple models. With its advanced technol...
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Oil and Bitumen Highlights: Slope of Crude after new job data
Oil and Bitumen Highlights: Slope of Crude after new job data Bitumen Report – February 8, 2023 Pressure on crude knocked the price down by 7 percent. Singapore fuel was volatile as oil but bitumen stayed almost steady. Brent closed at 79.73 and WTI settled at 73.18 on Friday, Feb 3. The joy of Chi...
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Staying safe on the roads as a new driver
Staying safe on the roads as a new driver Getting on the road for the first time unaccompanied is a brilliant feeling but can be nerve wracking which may lead to greater risk of collisions. Here are a few things to be aware of as a new driver to ensure that your journeys are as ...
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Kautex Pentatonic Electric Vehicle Skid Plate wins OEM orders
Kautex Pentatonic Electric Vehicle Skid Plate wins OEM orders Kautex Textron GmbH & Co. KG announced it has received the first order from an automotive OEM for a thermoplastic composite underbody battery protection skid plate. The skid plate is part of the company’s new Pentatonic battery syste...
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