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How To Control Unsightly Wall Cracks

KB Engineering LLC

Vertical wall cracks can be minimized by installing contraction joints to control the location of cracks or reinforcing to control the width of cracks.

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Study Up on Telehandler Load Charts to Ensure Safe, Successful Lifts

The telescopic nature of these machines makes understanding the load charts an essential part of their operation.

If the maximum material weight is equal to or below the load chart weight for the areas the operator needs to reach with the materials, that particular telehandler should be capable of successfully completing the lift.

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Brokk Connect 2.0 Online Robotic Fleet Management Platform

Online platform for connected Brokk robots is now available to customers throughout Europe and North America.

Brokk Connect 2.0

Caterpillar Offers Self-service Options for Parts Ordering and Machine Repair

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Options simplify the repair process for those who prefer to complete their own routine maintenance and minor repairs.

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In-cab Technology Drives Safety

Discourage distracted driving and monitor driver behavior with driver apps and dash cam technology.

While the devices can help us a lot, they’re leading to some very unfortunate unintended consequences. For example, 40% of commercial driving accidents are being caused by device distraction.

How Technology Can Help Contractors Do More With the Same Resources in 2022

Technology can allow construction companies to better utilize the people and equipment they already have in place.

Technologies such as machine grade control can enable inexperienced equipment operators to be productive more quickly. It can also enable skilled operators to be even more productive, meaning more gets done with the same tools and staff.

Technology Can Help Conquer Construction Challenges & Boost Productivity in 2022

RDO Equipment Co.

Adam Gilbertson, RDO Equipment, examines the challenges the construction industry faced in 2021 and is likely to continue to face in 2022, and the role advanced technologies could play in helping contractors be more productive and profitable.

Dodge: Bright and Busy Future Ahead For the Construction Industry

Dodge Data & Analytics has released their 2022 Construction Industry Outlook, expecting modest growth of 6% for the next year, despite challenges with labor, supply chains and productivity

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Why Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines are Transitioning to Lower Viscosity Oil

Citgo Petroleum Corporation

SAE 10w-30 is gaining popularity in heavy-duty applications for fuel-efficiency advantages and a number of engine reliability advantages. Here's what to expect as engines and applications evolve.

Oil viscosity is being tested in a lubricant lab.

VIDEO: Sany's All-New SLB95 Backhoe is Everything You Need, Nothing You Don't

Sany America Inc.

Sany America has launched its very first backhoe, the SLB95. Editor-in-Chief Wayne Grayson has your very first look at this machine and how it stacks up to a very stacked 14-foot backhoe market. Check out the video.

Sany Backhoe

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VIDEO: Wacker Neuson Unveils the SM100, Its First Mini Skid Steer

Wacker Neuson America Corporation

The new SM100 represents a confident entry for Wacker Neuson into the extremely hot mini skid steer market. Check out the video and go in depth with Editor-in-Chief Wayne Grayson on the capability and design of this new machine.

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AI in Construction: Beyond Autonomous Machines

Caterpillar - Cat

Artificial intelligence is all around us – have you asked Siri or Alexa a question? Here’s how it is being used today to improve construction change orders, jobsite safety, equipment maintenance and reduce labor demand

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