Construction Equipment

MARCH 6, 2018

The Shell and AirFlow project's goal, which began in 2015, is to use leading-edge technology and materials that are available today in innovative ways to meet the demands for fuel economy required by government regulations and the trucking industry, according to Shell. Shell and the AirFlow Truck Co.

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GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Concrete construction innovations. One of the latest innovations in concrete construction is the development of an entirely new type of concrete. However, it is cumbersome to move this type of concrete through heavy steel reinforcement in the bridge’s supporting columns. Phillip.fry@gc…. Thu, 10/04/2018 - 09:45. Mass pours.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

For nearly every heavy construction company, the unpredictability of maintenance costs is not unlike falling down the rabbit hole in Lewis Carroll’s famous story, Alice in Wonderland. Of course, this hole has serious ramifications that negatively impact the present and future bottom line.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In this piece, we explore how innovative design strategies, incorporating biophilic design and dynamic lighting, can transform a seemingly cavernous entry space into a warm and inviting focal point. Angles were highlighted, drawing attention to the architectural features while creating a dynamic and visually captivating atmosphere.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

The digitization of the construction industry is inevitable, and Viewpoint is at the forefront of construction software innovation. At Viewpoint we strive to help customers streamline operations, decrease risk, increase profits and transform their businesses. “The use of technology in construction is going to change dramatically.

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BD+C

JULY 23, 2020

Skanska selects Pickard Chilton to design innovative office tower in Bellevue, Wash. (BD+C) The project will feature 540,000-sf of commercial office space with open floor plates and 10-foot ceiling heights, a 7,000-sf public plaza, 12,000-sf of ground floor retail, and a 1,200-sf retail pavilion built with heavy timber.".

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Retail Industrial Office Innovation 52

CK Power

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Alta Equipment Company —one of the Volvo heavy-duty equipment companies in the country— is a long-standing partner of CK Power. And more recently, Alta identified the need for a fleet of high-power — and Tier 4 Final compliant — generators with the durability and functionality to meet the needs of heavy-duty applications.

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Construction Junkie

JULY 28, 2020

Heavy lifting, exhausting overhead work, and awkward positions are just some of the perks of working in construction, but they can also lead to chronic back and shoulder pain for many later in life. In Ottobock we have the ideal partner to combine our user protection and ergonomics knowledge with 100 years of biomechanical expertise.

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Overhead Innovation Concrete Commercial 122

PC Construction

MARCH 14, 2023

The Build America Awards honor AGC members who build the nation’s most impressive construction projects ranging across the building, highway and transportation, utility infrastructure, and federal and heavy divisions.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

A growing commitment to student safety has ignited a wave of innovations and initiatives aimed at creating secure learning environments. For architects and designers specializing in institutional design, keeping children safe is an increasingly difficult task which can weigh heavy on one’s heart and mind.

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Green Industry Professionals

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

A look at Ram's 2016 lineup of light- and heavy-duty trucks, chassis cabs and ProMaster vans.

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Innovation 40

Construction Marketing

MARCH 30, 2023

Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. Acoustic insulation: Incorporate sound-absorbing materials and implement noise control measures to reduce the impact of disturbing sounds, such as high winds or heavy machinery, on occupants.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 8, 2022

Aside from conquering lands far and wide, the Roman era was one of deep innovation, advancement, and development. The beginnings of civil engineering with innovation at the core. Living in a time of such significant innovation must have been exciting for inventors and creators. appeared first on Digital Builder.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 15, 2023

With advancements in material science, the benefits of such cladding are increasing, and it is no longer necessary to use heavy materials such as masonry, concrete, metal panels, precast, porcelain, or even fiber cement to achieve the look of brick, wood, concrete, or metal.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 14, 2017

Serious Labs in Edmonton, Alberta, announced United Rentals and Brick and Mortar Ventures have invested $5 million in a Series A equity financing round to allow the company to continue its mission to develop innovative training solutions for heavy industry.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The locks and applications in these updated standards are primarily used for heavy duty purposes in commercial buildings such as schools, office buildings, hospitals, and more. This article provides a brief overview of the changes made to the four standards below and more: ANSI/BHMA A156.2, Bored and Preassembled Locks and Latches A156.2-2022

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Innovation Commercial Office Materials 52

Green Industry Professionals

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Iron & Oak’s 24 and 30 ton splitters are powered by a Honda engine and feature an innovative Auto Latch System that locks the beam horizontally for safe towing. Units include a heavy-duty wedge, log dislodger, log cradle, fenders, 4-stage hydraulic.

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Innovation Engineering 40

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Russ’s session will dive into how to inspire innovation: Fostering Construction Innovation: Wisdom of the Hive. As the industry embraces construction technology to improve how we design buildings and execute projects, there is an opportunity to create “perpetual motion” related to a culture of innovation.

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Digger Blog

MARCH 6, 2014

There is also a VPC-MAX capacity enhancing attachment that allows increased capacity for heavy lifts that would usually require a wheeled-type ballast trolley. The MLC300 has 96m of boom with the option of a 30m fixed jib attachment. A 96m luffing jib can also be added to extend its reach to 144m.

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BD+C

JANUARY 15, 2018

Outside of universities, few of the maker spaces or incubators that have sprung up across the country are equipped with the heavy-duty machines that budding entrepreneurs need to experiment with fabrication.

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Fabrication Autodesk Innovation Equipment 45

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Many real-time digital twins have been built through services-heavy processes with bespoke data collection approaches, often resulting in expensive digital twins with limited repeatability. But change is on the horizon as technology innovation meets customer demand.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 6, 2014

President Obama has awarded Chicago a $70 million grant from the Department of Defense to build a $320-million Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. Three other innovation hubs are being built in Canton, MI near Detroit, Youngstown, OH and Raleigh, N.C. The center offers advanced training and development services.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

However, as the industry has advanced, so have changes to codes and materials, which have allowed innovative approaches to delivering SOME OF the highest performing building envelope solutions, including water-resistive barriers (WRBs) and polyiso (polyisocyanurate or PIR, thermoset plastic foam) continuous rigid thermal wall insulation.

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Construction Junkie

JULY 27, 2020

This exclusive offering is one more example of how we’re always looking for innovative ways to help our customers manage risk.” In 2017, they developed a tool that can help identify areas that are at risk of damage from vibrations from heavy equipment called ZoneCheck.

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U.S. Construction

DECEMBER 9, 2011

The heavy-duty molded Power Station rubber enclosure is fully insulated, and resistant to shock, impact and corrosion. PowerFLEX™ 20 Amp, 3 Phase GFCI Quad Stringer : Heavy-duty molded elastomer quad boxes are resistant to shock, impact and corrosion. Nylon cover plates and compression strain relief fittings are non-conductive.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 4, 2022

With our partners, we unlock the value of integrated data and make it accessible across tools and teams to drive innovation and improve operations. . Integrations help customers improve processes, automate workflows, and produce valuable insights that give them better, more predictable outcomes. Use the new? Frontir .

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 12, 2014

SHI makes concrete pumps and cranes, as well as other nonearthmoving equipment.'

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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 27, 2015

The 2015 competition focused on the vocational and heavy haul/severe duty truck category. During the competition, a panel of judges conducted test drives and evaluated each truck entry in key categories, which included innovation, design, safety, driver ergonomics and comfort.'

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

And one of those innovations is computer numerical control or CNC machining. CNC plasma cutters are typically used in heavy industries like aerospace, automobiles, and construction. Decades ago, the manufacturing industry had to rely on active human labor, effort-extensive steps, and unnecessarily long production periods. CNC Lathes.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

But what if environmental performance was evaluated and reported more broadly than based on direct and indirect sources of GHGs stemming from a company’s operations; in other words, measuring the GHG emissions that are avoided through innovation and efficiency? This is an emerging concept known as scope 4 emissions. Construction logistics.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In fact, these innovations can augment human capabilities and enhance safety. Meanwhile, teams can leverage robots to do the heavy lifting on site (literally), so workers won't have to risk strain or injury. So, digitize your processes and don't stop innovating. Plus, you can leverage things like AI and robotics.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Tax incentives for research and design can help construction companies to continue to innovate. There has to be good project or procedural documentation to support the innovation, showing the efforts to new research and design initiatives.”. A Closer Look at Construction Tax Incentives. Check out this video for more on how to qualify.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 9, 2020

This innovative method is being widely accepted in many building designs and construction aspects. This makes the structure strong and able to support heavy loads. There is a new construction method on the market, and it is quite cool. The Light Gauge Steel Frames offer several advantages. It is also called cold formed steel.

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Construction Junkie

MAY 25, 2021

With so many potential hazards, heavy-duty machinery, and power tools, it’s perhaps not surprising that serious accidents are relatively commonplace. In this article, we’re going to discuss the best practice steps and technological innovations you can implement to minimize the safety and security risks on your construction site.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 25, 2021

35 Mules, powered by FPL, is an innovation hub helping startups in the energy, water and energy-adjacent industries bring their ideas to life faster, smarter and at scale. In 2020, the company opened a first-of-its-kind innovation hub called 35 Mules. GREATER ROCHESTER, NY DELIVERS REAL POWER FOR ENERGY INNOVATORS. Photo: FPL).

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Digger Blog

JANUARY 13, 2014

Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe says these new Japanese-built diggers have “a host of new technical innovations” They are powered by a Stage IIIB compliant Hino JO5E-T5J turbocharged engine with a n ew energy efficient system with three operating work modes of Heavy, Standard and Eco. more productive in Heavy mode, 5.0%

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Natural Building

APRIL 22, 2021

The team hopes their innovation could lead to low-cost and sustainable off-grid purification systems, potentially improving access to clean water for many communities worldwide. Based on an advanced hydrogel, the system can rapidly soak up and filter water when cool, and then release clean water when warmed in the Sun.

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