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Selecting the Right Snowplow: Weighing the choices [PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT]
Less time. Less labor. Less overhead costs. These days, it seems every company is stretched to do more with less. While ’less’ seems to be the operative word, it’s the ’more’ that really counts. More efficiency. More productivity. And the big ’more’ — more...
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A Bricklaying Robot? Caterpillar’s Newest Venture [VIDEO]
Australian robotic technology company, Fastbrick Robotics Limited, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with Caterpillar Inc. to discuss and develop a potential framework for collaboration regarding the development, manufacturing, sales,...
Revolutionary Skid-Steer-Based Ice Management System from BOSS
BOSS Snowplow is introducing a unique new skid-steer-based salting system designed to improve contractor profitability, decrease operational costs and improve reaction times to customer service needs. The new QuickCube System utilizes weather-proof, poly cubes...
Safety System for Runaway Drones Developed by NASA
According to Wired Researchers, Trish and Lou Glaab at NASA's Langley Research Center in Virginia have developed an in-flight diagnostic system that notifies drones about critical failures and forces them to land safely. The system, Safe2Ditch, uses algorithms to...
Rugged Devices For Construction
Construction sites are tough place for electronic for equipment, tools, and electronics. The use of rugged technologies can significantly decrease the risk on the construction site and guarantee a smoother management of the whole project. Below are innovative designs...
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The Importance of a Great Seal [PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT]
Hydraulic equipment may seem indestructible, but its cylinders need protection from dirt, debris and the elements. Preventive maintenance with Seal Saver extends the life of equipment and helps prevent the need for expensive repairs. Powerful hydraulic cylinders lift...
First Electric Pickup Truck for Contractors Will Be Available Next Year
The Workhorse W-15 is the first plug-in range extended electric pickup built from the ground up by an OEM. Lithium ion battery cells from Panasonic provide an 80-mile all‑electric range, while the onboard generator works to recharge while driving to get the job done....
Making an Appearance on the Big Screen: JCB Machines Featured in New “Alien” Movie
A fleet of more than 20 JCB machines is playing a starring role in the latest installment of a cult film franchise. JCB skid steer loaders, Loadall telescopic handlers and JS excavators were supplied to 20th Century Fox for the making of the new film “Alien: Covenant”...
100% Electric Compact Excavator Prototype Unveiled by Volvo CE
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) unveiled its latest concept machine – known as the EX2 – to industry specialists, policymakers, the media and academics at the Volvo Group Innovation Summit on Tuesday May 16th. The 100% electric compact excavator prototype...
Hydraulic or Bifold Doors: Swing Out, Go Up, or Just Swing In?
Do you want a door that swings out, swings in or will you be happy with whatever door you get just so it goes up? Schweiss Doors shares the differences in each door style. Hydraulic one-piece doors swing outward from your building forming a canopy when wide open. When...
Celebrating 175th Year Anniversary, Case Releases Limited Edition Skid Steer and Compact Track Loader
CASE Construction Equipment has rolled out 175 limited edition red skid steer and compact track loaders in honor of the company’s 175th anniversary in 2017. The special edition loaders will be sold through CASE construction and agricultural dealers in the U.S. and...
Sealing Up Manholes: Inflow and Seepage Solutions from CRETEX
Soon after the 20th century began, infrastructure projects in America’s growing cities started to take off. Two young men saw it as an opportunity, and they built a company to deal with it. The Cretex Companies and subsidiaries are a private, family-owned, diversified...
