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Yotta develops new tools for sophisticated GIS packageHighway technology and services company Yotta DCL has announced new features for Horizons. The web-based platform integrates GIS, pavement and asset management for highways authorities and agencies...
Software advances from around the globeA quick look at various software development in highways Adrian Greeman. Software for BIM processes, internet cloud based computing to link site and office, and the use of laser scan point-cloud...
Trimble Dimensions 2012 exhibits revolutionising construction technologyMore than 3,500 visitors from 80 countries attending Trimble Dimensions 2012 gained a vital insight into how information technology is revolutionising working practises in, among other fields, heavy...
Macleod Simmonds introduces GPR offeringUK-based Macleod Simmonds Ltd (MSL) has launched a GPR (Ground Probing Radar) consultancy providing both a survey service and software package which, the firm says, takes the output from...
Data handling for efficient machine controlThe rapid increase in information availability is transforming the construction sector. Conventional methods used for sourcing geographic data based on maps and localised sampling meant that there...
A novel compact grading solutionOne of the interesting developments at the recent Hillhead quarry show in the UK, was of a rather more compact machine than usually seen at the exhibition. A UK equipment rental firm, CLS Selfdrive,...
Machine control brings accuracy to US paving jobThe historic city of Raleigh in North Carolina is one of the few cities in the US that was planned and built specifically to serve as a state capital and its population and traffic volume have grown...
An array of innovative software and GIS solutions will boost construction efficiencyNew software and GIS innovations will help boost construction efficiency - Mike Woof reports Major software suppliers continue to develop their technology and offer new products to the market. Major...
Innovative GIS advances from BlueskyAerial survey specialist Bluesky is funding research into the development and use of a new system to map the UK's cities and towns at night. Bluesky has teamed up with the University of Leicester to...
GPS technology developmentsThe use of GPS-inclusive technology is proving invaluable to contractors responsible for major transport-related construction projects across the globe. Guy Woodford looked at some of the latest and...
Software innovationsNew developments in the software sector will improve construction efficiency. Standards organisation BSI is working with government, industry bodies, and private construction practices to create best...
Software alliance improves productivityIn the fast moving world of construction software, major innovations are happening on a continuous basis. All the leading players are making notable contributions to the sector. A new strategic...