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Want to buy a robot to rove your construction site? Spot is now for sale
Boston Dynamics says its robot Spot is now available for sale. The Spot Explorer model comes with a price tag of $74,500.
July 14, 2020
ConExpo-Con/Agg
Trimble debuts mast-free motor grader system, new Earthworks platform and more at ConExpo
Trimble introduced a new mastless motor grader system, Earthworks Grade Control v2.0, and more at ConExpo 2020. Discover the latest from Trimble on Equipment World.
April 22, 2020
ConExpo-Con/Agg
No Base Station? No Problem. Trimble SPS986 and CenterPoint RTX corrections give you a go-anywhere GPS rover
Trimble creates a cost-efficient solution for those interested in a GPS rover for site surveys and more. Get all the details about it on Equipment World.
April 17, 2020
Business
Topcon launches free online webinars to help construction workers learn more about GPS
Topcon to offer online education on GPS and other geo-positioning topics for the construction and agriculture industry. Click for more information on Equipment World.
April 14, 2020
Safety
Worried about coronavirus on the jobsite? HCSS delivers social-distancing-friendly digital construction safety talks
While construction workers generally don’t gather into large groups every day, the need for social distancing during the coronavirus outbreak is still a concern. And if there is one time when site workers do gather into a group it is the daily or weekly safety briefing. But thanks to technology, this briefing need not be […]
March 25, 2020
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Technology
SkyMul is a rebar-tying drone designed to eliminate grunt work for faster, safer placement
If there is anything that will gladden the hearts of concrete workers it has to be the appearance of robotic/autonomous technologies for tying rebar. One of construction’s most tedious jobs is about to get much easier. A couple of weeks ago we told you about TyBot, an autonomous rebar-tying robot. Another such product introduced at […]
March 3, 2020
Better Roads
Wirelessly monitor concrete curing with Maturix Smart Concrete Sensors
Maturix Smart Concrete Sensors, introduced at World of Concrete 2020 by Kryton International, wirelessly monitor the concrete hardening process, eliminating the need for manual data collection. The sensors transmit concrete temperatures at chosen depths in real-time to internet-connected devices. The system then automatically estimates the concrete’s maturity and strength, the company says. The sensors use […]
February 20, 2020
Technology
TyBot is an autonomous rebar tying robot that delivers huge productivity gains
“This is not science fiction,” said Advanced Construction Robotics co-founder and president Jeremy Searock. He’s near the back of the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall and standing in front of TyBot, speaking to show attendees gathered in curiosity around his machine. As the name suggests it’s an autonomous rebar tying robot. “This is a […]
February 14, 2020
Technology
Opinion: Touchscreens are here to stay, but tactility of analog controls can’t be beat
In the news this summer was an interesting bit about the Navy doing away with touchscreen controls on its destroyers. Sailors complained that the digital interfaces were too complex and confusing, and investigators blamed the touchscreens for collisions involving the USS Fitzgerald in June 2017 and the USS McCain in August 2017. These collisions led […]
January 14, 2020
Better Roads
HaulHub’s DOTslip app aimed at reducing paperwork between contractors, DOTs
HaulHub Technologies has launched DOTslip, a standalone app built by paving contractors and material producers for the benefit of departments of transportation to reduce paperwork on road projects. “With HaulHub Technologies, contractors and producers can digitally share tickets with their customers, crews, carriers and project owner representatives,” a company news release says. “They maintain control […]
January 10, 2020
Technology
A New Year’s Suggestion: Resolve to master some aspect of construction technology
This time of year people are thinking about starting a diet and exercise program, understandably. But instead of self-improvement, what about making a resolution to improve your business or your craft? If you are in the construction business and looking for an edge, there is no better time to start than now and no better […]
January 9, 2020
Robotics
Spot the robot ‘dog’ could one day scan jobsites, do layouts and maintain machines if Trimble, Hilti, Boston Dynamics collaboration succeeds
People and dogs have enjoyed mutually beneficial relationships since the dawn of time. And now there’s a new breed of dog that’s eager to help you on your construction sites. His name is Spot and he’s a Boston Dynamics robot. In this collaboration, Boston Dynamics engineered the carrier vehicle, while Trimble and Hilti provide a […]
December 16, 2019
Technology
Survey: Contractors grossly underutilizing telematics systems, leaving money on the table; time constraints, lack of understanding to blame
Monitoring your fleet with telematics tools is one of the best tools you can use—unless you don’t use it. And, as it turns out, most contractors aren’t doing much—or all that they could—with the technology. That’s one of the key findings in a survey recently completed by Teletrac Navman. Even though 90 percent of the […]
November 25, 2019
Business
My Epiroc system tracks fleets by mobile device, computer
Epiroc has developed a new system and app for tracking equipment fleets via computer and mobile devices. The company says the My Epiroc digital system improves fleet efficiency, with a focus on increasing uptime for mining and infrastructure operations. The system tracks fleet status in the production process, providing alerts and updates, and highlights items […]
November 18, 2019
Technology
Control your Bobcat skid steer with your iPhone or iPad
With the new MaxControl system, you can control your Bobcat compact track loader of skid steer form your iPhone or iPad. Check out the video on Equipment World.
October 11, 2019
Telematics
Bobcat launches Owner Portal website for quick remote machine monitoring
With Bobcat’s Machine IQ wireless communication system generating heaps of useful data on machines in the field, the company has launched a new online dashboard for viewing it all. Located at my.bobcat.com, the Bobcat Owner Portal website gives machine owners and fleet managers easy and quick access to machine location, operating hours, fuel level and […]
October 3, 2019
Technology
Command Alkon’s Connex platform designed to improve jobsite material delivery
Command Alkon’s new Connex Platform connects contractors, project owners and jobsite inspectors with construction-material suppliers and haulers to increase productivity, improve material-supply logistics and reduce paperwork. The system allows material producers to track in real time the plant inventory, material sales and tonnage in transit. Plant crews can see live truck movements and load progression. […]
September 17, 2019
Autonomous
Daimler, Torc Robotics to begin testing autonomous Class 8 trucks on public roads
Daimler Truck North America, makers of the Freightliner and Western Star brands of heavy trucks, says its Torc Robotics team is ready to move development and testing of autonomous trucks to public roads in Virginia. Developed by Torc, part of Daimler’s new Autonomous Technology Group, the trucks are equipped with autonomous driving technology that meets […]
September 11, 2019
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