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Development Banks Invested $137 Billion for Climate Finance in 2024
Development Banks Invested $137 Billion for Climate Finance in 2024 Multilateral development banks (MDBs) have stunned the international development community by pumping a record‑breaking US$ 137 billion into climate finance in 2024, marking a 10 percent rise on the year before. The surge, unveiled...
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Doosan Bobcat Unveils eFORCE LAB to Drive Modular Battery Innovation
Doosan Bobcat Unveils eFORCE LAB to Drive Modular Battery Innovation Doosan Bobcat has taken a significant leap in its electrification journey with the launch of eFORCE LAB., a dedicated battery pack research and development centre in Indeokwon, Anyang, South Korea. The facility, officially opened o...
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Hire HQ Redefines the Future of Equipment Rental Technology
Hire HQ Redefines the Future of Equipment Rental Technology For far too long, the hire sector has been weighed down by rental management systems (RMS) that simply haven’t kept up with the pace of modern business. Many contractors and hire firms are still navigating portals that seem frozen in time,...
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John Deere Streamlines Parts Ordering within Operations Center
John Deere Streamlines Parts Ordering within Operations Center For professionals juggling construction schedules, delays are the enemy. Recently, John Deere has taken a significant leap forward in simplifying fleet maintenance by embedding Shop.Deere.com within the Operations Center ecosystem. This...
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Smarter Charging for Electric Car Sharing Could Drive a Greener Future
Smarter Charging for Electric Car Sharing Could Drive a Greener Future Cutting road transport emissions is no small feat, yet one promising approach is clear: fewer vehicles and more electric drive systems. Electric vehicles (EVs), when paired with car-sharing schemes, could dramatically slash traff...
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Airships Chart Helsinki’s Future with Geospatial Precision
Airships Chart Helsinki’s Future with Geospatial Precision In August 2025, Helsinki took to the skies, not with jets or drones, but with elegant, autonomous airships. The City of Helsinki, alongside its innovation arm Forum Virium Helsinki, partnered with Finnish airship specialist Kelluu to pilot a...
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Ground-Level AdBlue Filling System Transforms Excavator Safety
Ground-Level AdBlue Filling System Transforms Excavator Safety Commercial Fuel Solutions Ltd has unveiled a ground-breaking ground-level AdBlue® filling system, specifically engineered to enhance safety and streamline refuelling for heavy machinery operators. Designed with rugged construction and qu...
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Power Curbers Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of Miller Formless Systems
Power Curbers Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of Miller Formless Systems Power Curbers has made a decisive move to cement its position as a global leader in slipform paving by acquiring Miller Formless Systems, a respected manufacturer of mid-sized slipform machines. The deal, completed on 29...
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Eaton and Xendee Elevating Microgrid Intelligence and Smart Energy
Eaton and Xendee Elevating Microgrid Intelligence and Smart Energy Eaton and Xendee have teamed up, introducing a sophisticated, AI-driven microgrid solution that’s poised to redefine energy resilience, operational efficiency and cost-saving strategies for both new and existing systems. Eaton and Xe...
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Liebherr Machinery and Sustainability Sets the Stage for NordBau 2025
Liebherr Machinery and Sustainability Sets the Stage for NordBau 2025 From 10 to 14 September 2025, Liebherr will be in the spotlight at the NordBau trade fair in Neumünster, showcasing an impressive line-up of construction machinery designed to tackle everything from deep foundation projects to urb...
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Temporary Bridge Keeps Otley Moving During Historic Footbridge Replacement
Temporary Bridge Keeps Otley Moving During Historic Footbridge Replacement When a 13th-century landmark in West Yorkshire faced urgent repairs, the community of Otley found itself at a crossroads. Leeds City Council’s inspections revealed structural concerns with the pedestrian section of Otley Brid...
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Econolite Unveils EPIQ RADAR Traffic Detection for Safer and Smarter Roads
Econolite Unveils EPIQ RADAR Traffic Detection for Safer and Smarter Roads Econolite, a trusted name in intelligent traffic management and part of the Umovity group, has taken a bold step forward in sensor innovation with the launch of the EPIQ RADAR detection solution. Positioned as a best-in-class...
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Auto Bissinger strengthens fleet with new Tadano AC 4.100L-1 Crane
Auto Bissinger strengthens fleet with new Tadano AC 4.100L-1 Crane For Auto Bissinger, cranes and the Tadano name are practically inseparable. A glance at their fleet makes it clear why every single crane bears the Tadano badge. Their latest addition, the Tadano AC 4.100L-1, is yet another testament...
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Nexus OMNI Sets a New Standard in Smart Traffic Management
Nexus OMNI Sets a New Standard in Smart Traffic Management As urban areas grapple with growing congestion and rising safety demands, cities need more than raw traffic data, they require actionable intelligence delivered in real time. NoTraffic, a global leader in AI-powered mobility solutions, has a...
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Mapping the Future with Technical Insights on AI’s Impact
Mapping the Future with Technical Insights on AI’s Impact Microsoft recently released a report identifying professions potentially at risk from AI automation, listing geographers among them. Professor Trisalyn Nelson, Jack and Laura Dangermond Chair of Geography at UC Santa Barbara and Directo...
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Commercial Roofing Industry Services for Multiple Sectors
Commercial Roofing Industry Services for Multiple Sectors The commercial roofing landscape is undergoing rapid transformation, with the market expected to expand steadily in the coming decade. Industry analysts project consistent growth driven by large-scale infrastructure investments, increased dem...
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China’s Smart Ports Power Global Trade and Community Progress
China’s Smart Ports Power Global Trade and Community Progress In 2024, the ports in China achieved a remarkable milestone, handling 17.6 billion tonnes of cargo and 330 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of containers. These figures cemented China’s position at the very top of the global po...
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How Fugro Is Helping Portland Build a Resilient Burnside Bridge
How Fugro Is Helping Portland Build a Resilient Burnside Bridge Portland’s iconic Burnside Bridge, nearing its centenary, stands not just as a vital downtown artery crossing the Willamette but as a strategic emergency route for the region. With the Cascadia Subduction Zone lurking offshore, capable...
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Yunex Traffic Powering Hamburg’s Smart Mobility Leap
Yunex Traffic Powering Hamburg’s Smart Mobility Leap Hamburg is embarking on one of Germany’s most ambitious traffic modernisation programmes, replacing its entire traffic computer infrastructure with a next-generation OCIT-based central control system. This sweeping upgrade, led by Yunex Traf...
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Volvo CE’s New Generation A40 Articulated Hauler Arrives in Singapore
Volvo CE’s New Generation A40 Articulated Hauler Arrives in Singapore The streets of Singapore have welcomed a game‑changer. Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has just debuted its New Generation A40 Articulated Hauler in the Lion City, and it’s making a serious impression. With a potent mix of...
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How Systems Thinking Could Redefine Transport Safety
How Systems Thinking Could Redefine Transport Safety TRL’s new guide, Systems Thinking in Transport Safety: Cross Modal Safety Change Programme, published for the UK Department for Transport (DfT), introduces a bold way of tackling safety challenges across road, rail, air, and maritime transpo...
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Fare Co-op’s Rapid Rise to America’s 3rd Largest Fully Licensed Rideshare
Fare Co-op’s Rapid Rise to America’s 3rd Largest Fully Licensed Rideshare In less than a year, Fare Co-op has done what many thought impossible, secured a place alongside Uber and Lyft as the only rideshare companies licensed to operate in three or more US states. The driver-owned federated cooperat...
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DoRa Gen 2 Ratcheting Load Binder Sets New Benchmarks
DoRa Gen 2 Ratcheting Load Binder Sets New Benchmarks Flatbed operators know that every minute saved during load securing is a minute gained on the road. Doleco USA has just raised the bar with the launch of the DoRa Gen 2 Ratcheting Load Binder, a re-engineered version of its popular telescopic bin...
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EBRD Invests in Montenegro’s Green Future with Wind Farm Expansion
EBRD Invests in Montenegro’s Green Future with Wind Farm Expansion Montenegro’s renewable energy sector is getting a substantial boost as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) commits an additional €26 million to expand the landmark Gvozd wind farm. This extra financing will se...
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XCMG Compact Powerhouses Transforming Urban Construction
XCMG Compact Powerhouses Transforming Urban Construction As urban spaces grow denser and labour shortages continue to challenge project schedules, compact excavators have become indispensable for modern construction. XCMG, a global construction machinery leader, is driving this transformation with t...
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Revolutionising Road Haulage with the Bulldog e-Trailer
Revolutionising Road Haulage with the Bulldog e-Trailer Electrogenic, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) innovation, has joined forces with Berkeley Coachworks in a partnership set to transform the future of heavy goods vehicle (HGV) transport. Their collaboration focuses on the Bulldog carbon-fibre...
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Building Resilience and Bridging Gaps with Private Capital
Building Resilience and Bridging Gaps with Private Capital In a world buffeted by macroeconomic turbulence, infrastructure investment remains a rock‑solid anchor – critical for spurring job creation, long‑term development, and resilience. Even amid surging inflation and rising interest rates, infras...
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Driving Asia’s Built Environment Forward at IBEW and BEX Asia 2025
Driving Asia’s Built Environment Forward at IBEW and BEX Asia 2025 The International Built Environment Week (IBEW) 2025 has officially opened its doors at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore. Organised by BCA International, a subsidiary of the Building and Construction Autho...
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HSE Week UAE 2025 Sets a New Benchmark for Workplace Safety and Sustainability
HSE Week UAE 2025 Sets a New Benchmark for Workplace Safety and Sustainability HSE Week UAE 2025 in Abu Dhabi drew record-breaking attendance, uniting government leaders, international industry experts, and health, safety, and environment (HSE) specialists for a pivotal discussion on workplace safet...
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ETH Zurich Students Create Groundbreaking Multi-Metal 3D Printing Technology
ETH Zurich Students Create Groundbreaking Multi-Metal 3D Printing Technology In a leap that could transform aerospace manufacturing and beyond, students at ETH Zurich have developed a novel laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) system capable of printing multiple metals simultaneously. By employing a rotat...
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CABEI Fuels El Salvador’s Sustainable City Transformation
CABEI Fuels El Salvador’s Sustainable City Transformation In a compelling display of leadership and forward‑thinking strategy, the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) stepped into the limelight at the 11th Sustainable Cities Forum in El Salvador. With the rallying cry Building a s...
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ADB Transforming Assam with $125m Investment in Urban Resilience and Growth
ADB Transforming Assam with $125m Investment in Urban Resilience and Growth The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has greenlit a transformative $125 million loan aimed at reshaping urban infrastructure and climate resilience across Assam, one of India’s most flood-prone and infrastructure-challenged stat...
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The Rise of The Robot Jobsite
The Rise of The Robot Jobsite Imagine a sprawling mine in Western Australia where colossal 250-tonne haul trucks ferry loads of ore without a single human at the wheel. Meanwhile, thousands of miles away in Sweden, a fleet of quiet electric excavators reshapes a city block, guided by artificial inte...
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ITWA 2025 Bringing the World to Shenzhen’s Innovation Hub
ITWA 2025 Bringing the World to Shenzhen’s Innovation Hub Industrial Tech World Asia 2025 (ITWA 2025) is gearing up for a landmark debut under a refreshed brand identity, promising to be one of the most significant industrial events of the year. From 28 to 30 October, the Shenzhen World Exhibition...
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Precision Magnetic Measurement for Ultra-Efficient Power Electronics
Precision Magnetic Measurement for Ultra-Efficient Power Electronics A pioneering team of Japanese researchers has developed an advanced magnetic Barkhausen noise (MBN) measurement system that promises to revolutionise the understanding and performance of soft magnetic materials, the unsung heroes b...
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Bonfiglioli’s Electrification and Drive Solutions for Construction and Mining
Bonfiglioli’s Electrification and Drive Solutions for Construction and Mining Bonfiglioli has long cemented its reputation as the go-to partner for construction and mining machinery manufacturers seeking high-performance, tailor-made drive solutions. As a global leader in final drives, gear systems,...
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BSIF Bad Vibrations Campaign Tackling HAVS Head‑On
BSIF Bad Vibrations Campaign Tackling HAVS Head‑On The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF), the UK’s foremost trade body for the safety sector, has stepped forward with a compelling new awareness drive. Dubbed Bad Vibrations, this campaign demystifies Hand‑Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS),...
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Digital Construction North 2025 to Power Up the North’s Built Environment Future
Digital Construction North 2025 to Power Up the North’s Built Environment Future Digital Construction North (DCN) is set to make its highly anticipated return for its second year on 19 November at Manchester Central. The event is quickly becoming the go-to date in the Northern AECO (Architecture, En...
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KfW IPEX-Bank Backs New Stuttgart Light Rail Fleet with €84m Finance
KfW IPEX-Bank Backs New Stuttgart Light Rail Fleet with €84m Finance Stuttgart is making a significant leap forward in sustainable urban mobility. KfW IPEX-Bank has agreed to provide Stuttgarter Straßenbahnen AG (SSB) with an €84 million loan to finance 30 new S-DT8.17 series light rail vehicles. Th...
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How Real‑Time Data Fuels Manufacturing Productivity Gains
How Real‑Time Data Fuels Manufacturing Productivity Gains Even as UK factories hum with machines, stock flows, and sensors, only a fraction of their digital chatter translates into immediacy and insight. Nearly half of manufacturers admit that data integration and system complexity are throttling au...
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Custom Kubota Powers Low-Ground-Pressure Success for Joe Allan & Sons
Custom Kubota Powers Low-Ground-Pressure Success for Joe Allan & Sons In the heart of rural Scotland, where terrain can quickly turn from solid ground to deep, soft peat, access can make or break a project. For Drymen-based Joe Allan & Sons Plant Hire and Contracting, the answer came in the...
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ZEEKR lands in Greece with premium EV tech taking the stage at Thessaloniki
ZEEKR lands in Greece with premium EV tech taking the stage at Thessaloniki GEO Mobility Hellas is introducing ZEEKR to the Greek market with a full public debut at the 89th Thessaloniki International Fair and the Auto Thessaloniki 2025 showcase. It’s a strategic launch that plugs Greece directly in...
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BMW and Qualcomm Launch Game-Changing Automated Driving System
BMW and Qualcomm Launch Game-Changing Automated Driving System The automotive world is witnessing a major leap forward as Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and BMW Group unveil their jointly developed Snapdragon Ride Pilot, an automated driving system set to redefine safety, efficiency, and driving intell...
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Trimble Advances Secure Construction with FedRAMP Authorization Effort
Trimble Advances Secure Construction with FedRAMP Authorization Effort Trimble has taken a decisive step towards bolstering the digital transformation of public sector construction by initiating the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) process for three of its flagship solutio...
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Ashleigh Contracts’ Machinery Retirement Auction Splashes Onto the Market
Ashleigh Contracts’ Machinery Retirement Auction Splashes Onto the Market A notable shift is underway in the marine construction scene as Ashleigh Contracts, the highly respected marine civil engineering specialist, launches a high-profile auction to retire over 200 pieces of equipment. In collabora...
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Esri MX Launches as Mexico’s New Geospatial Innovation Hub
Esri MX Launches as Mexico’s New Geospatial Innovation Hub Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, has unveiled Esri Mexico (Esri MX) as its new geospatial innovation centre for the country, taking over all products and services from its long-time distributor, Sistemas de Información Geogr...
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Bentley Systems Champions AI Education for US Youth
Bentley Systems Champions AI Education for US Youth Bentley Systems, the infrastructure-software powerhouse, has taken a bold stride in nurturing tomorrow’s innovators. By signing the White House’s Pledge to America’s Youth: Investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education, the company has positi...
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Camera-Free Radar Technology Redefines Human Monitoring
Camera-Free Radar Technology Redefines Human Monitoring Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has unveiled its latest innovation: the AK581xAIM Antenna-in-Module (AiM) millimetre wave (mmWave) radar modules. These compact, camera-free devices can detect human presence, breathing patterns, body...
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Steering the Digital Horizon with CoreSite at Yotta 2025
Steering the Digital Horizon with CoreSite at Yotta 2025 CoreSite, part of American Tower, is set to take a prominent role at Yotta 2025, a landmark event bringing together the digital infrastructure industry to tackle the complex challenge of sustainable, scalable growth in the age of AI. Taking pl...
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Driving Precision with Digital Twins to Transform Gearbox Fault Diagnosis
Driving Precision with Digital Twins to Transform Gearbox Fault Diagnosis In heavy industry, energy production, and transportation, gearboxes are the workhorses of power transmission. Yet, they often face relentless mechanical stress, high loads, and unforgiving environmental conditions. When a gear...
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Swiss Researchers Are Redefining Timber Frame Wall Strength
Swiss Researchers Are Redefining Timber Frame Wall Strength The sharp crack of splitting wood echoes through Empa’s vast construction hall. A horizontal load of over 100 kilonewtons has just snapped a beam in a two-storey timber wall. For Empa researcher Nadja Manser, it’s the sound of success. This...
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BeamChamp and SkyBrace to Steal the Spotlight at FABTECH
BeamChamp and SkyBrace to Steal the Spotlight at FABTECH With FABTECH just around the corner, BZI® and its R&D arm InnovaTech® are preparing to grab the spotlight at Chicago’s McCormick Place, booth A5974, from 8–11 September. The international construction scene is buzzing, and for good reason....
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Miller and Gullco’s Hercules Welding System Takes Centre Stage at FABTECH
Miller and Gullco’s Hercules Welding System Takes Centre Stage at FABTECH Miller Electric and Gullco International are making headlines ahead of FABTECH 2025 with the launch of Hercules, a cutting‑edge welding automation system. Designed for high‑efficiency MIG welding, Hercules is tailored for heav...
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What to Consider When Choosing your First Vehicle
What to Consider When Choosing your First Vehicle Choosing your first car is an exciting milestone. With so many options to choose from, it’s important to make an informed decision. Always start by checking the MOT history of any used car you’re considering. This will provide insight into how well t...
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Hydrophilic Materials Lead the Way in Subsurface Oil Management
Hydrophilic Materials Lead the Way in Subsurface Oil Management In the shifting landscape of groundwater remediation and subsurface engineering, researchers at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) have turned a long‑standing assumption upside down. Their detailed microfluidic observa...
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Revolutionising Functionally Graded Materials with Laser Remelting
Revolutionising Functionally Graded Materials with Laser Remelting An international team of researchers has just spotlighted a clever fix for a longstanding additive manufacturing issue—achieving seamless transitions between dissimilar materials. By weaving in a layer-wise laser remelting (LR) step...
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Taming Internal Force Antagonism in Parallel Robots
Taming Internal Force Antagonism in Parallel Robots In the fast-evolving world of mechanical engineering, redundant parallel robots promise transformative potential in industrial automation. Yet, a persistent hurdle stands in their way: internal force antagonism (IFA). This issue, unique to redundan...
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Sharpening the Future of Machining with Advanced Edge Preparation Techniques
Sharpening the Future of Machining with Advanced Edge Preparation Techniques In the realm of mechanical engineering, the performance of cutting tools can make or break a machining operation. As manufacturing embraces ultraprecision cutting, high-speed machining, and dry processing of tough materials...
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AEye and Flasheye Forge Alliance to Advance Next-Gen Transportation and Safety
AEye and Flasheye Forge Alliance to Advance Next-Gen Transportation and Safety AEye, Inc., a global leader in software-defined, high-performance lidar solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Flasheye, a pioneer in real-time 3D perception software. The collaboration will see Flasheye’s...
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Heidelberg Materials North America Adopts ISNetworld to Elevate Safety and Compliance
Heidelberg Materials North America Adopts ISNetworld to Elevate Safety and Compliance Heidelberg Materials North America, a leading force in the cement, aggregates, and heavy building materials sector, has chosen ISNetworld as its central contractor information management platform. The move aims to...
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