May 2015

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Changes to the undercarriage frame and torsion axles on Caterpillar's new D3 Series CTLs reduce machine pitching and rocking, while still offering improved ride comfort.
Dirt Work
Get a Tighter Grip on Compact Track Loader Undercarriage Options

The Intellidig feature included as part of the Intellitech electronics technology package on Kawasaki-KCM loaders uses sensors to tell the ECU to stop providing power to the wheels (rimpull) to reduce tire spin, lowering tire wear and tear and costs.
Dirt Work
Wheel Loaders Offer Choice Between Added Value and Value Priced
When a passing vehicle enters your blind spot, the BLIS radar will sense it and trigger a warning light on the corresponding side mirror.
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Pickup Truck Gear: New Technology Puts Safety into the Pickup Buying Process
When a passing vehicle enters your blind spot, the BLIS radar will sense it and trigger a warning light on the corresponding side mirror.
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Pickup Truck Gear: New Technology Puts Safety into the Pickup Buying Process
Autopilot is a Wirtgen proprietary system that uses GNSS along with a base station for steering and offers several options for grade control: robotic total station, ultrasonic sensor, laser and GNSS. The instruments needed for this system are typically less expensive up front and for daily use.
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3D Technology Simplifies Concrete Paving Operations
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3D Technology Simplifies Concrete Paving Operations
The absence of stringline allows easier access on paving projects.
May 15, 2015
Autopilot is a Wirtgen proprietary system that uses GNSS along with a base station for steering and offers several options for grade control: robotic total station, ultrasonic sensor, laser and GNSS. The instruments needed for this system are typically less expensive up front and for daily use.
Expert Columns
Growing Rental Fleet Size Makes Life Easier for Construction Contractors
As rental fleet size expands, so do the opportunities for construction firms to benefit from renting equipment.
May 15, 2015
Both equipment dealers and rental companies are expanding their rental fleets. This means more equipment at your disposal when needed.
Quality Control
3 Tips to Get Quick Telematics ROI
AEMP Technology Committee agrees on key steps to set goals, find a vendor partner and put machine-monitoring data to work revamping project profitability
May 14, 2015
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Infrastructure
42 Kenworth T880s Deliver Loads of Benefits for Blue Max Trucking
Blue Max Trucking's addition of 42 heavy-haul vocational trucks in 2014 has resulted in greater fuel efficiency, customer satisfaction and operator productivity.
April 28, 2015
Of the 42 new T880s purchased, 38 were equipped with dump bodies and 380-hp PACCAR MX-13 engines driven through Allison 4500 RDS six-speed automatic transmissions, and four were tractors with 455-hp PACCAR MX-13 engines and 10-speed Eaton UltraShift Plus transmissions.
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200 Skyjack Lifts Help Tackle Minnesota Vikings Stadium Construction
Beaupre Aerial uses a variety of Skyjack lifts to help install the plumbing, HVAC and electric components at Vikings Stadium.
April 27, 2015
More than 200 Skyjack aerial work platforms are expected to help complete Vikings Stadiums, including 38 DC electric scissor lifts.
Expert Columns
Two Strategies to Maximize Construction Profit
How to accurately estimate soft costs and fully charge for all change-order work to maximize your construction company's bottom line
March 18, 2015
Contractors needs to make sure they are charging the right price for everything prior to starting a job or a change order request.
Safety
How Do You Light Construction Sites at Night?
Working at night can be a necessary, but dangerous business. Proper lighting can be a lifesaver.
March 9, 2015
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