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Autodesk introduces new software toolsAs World Highways was going to press Autodesk was due to announce the 2014 versions of its entire range of programs including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, NavisWorks and Revit Structural and others programs...
Leica's new Digicat xf-Series cable locators and transmittersLeica Geosystems has launched the latest additions to the Digisystem product range: the Leica Digicat xf-Series. With Leica Geosystems' new xf-Series cable locators and transmitters, users are said...
Michelin Earthmover's enhanced OperTrak recordMichelin Earthmover has unveiled MICHELIN OperTrak, said to be a comprehensive, easy to use web-based tyre and rim management system designed to monitor tyre activity and optimise budgeting,...
Leica Vivo portfolio expansionLeica Geosystems has expanded its Leica Viva portfolio with the Leica Viva GS14, said to be an exceptional and deployment versatile GNSS receiver. The Viva GS14 has a compact design with integrated...
KOMTRAX steps further into the futureKomatsu has unveiled the upgrade of its KOMTRAX telematics system, for all machines equipped with the latest Komatsu EU stage IIIB technology. The latest version of KOMTRAX, is said by Komatsu to...
A new construction ICONMore efficient construction operations should be the benefit of the new technology from Leica Geosystems. The firm is introducing its latest Leica iCON telematics package, which is said to offer...
Alliance between Bentley and TrimbleA strategic alliance has been established by Bentley and Trimble Mike Woof and Guy Woodford report A major move in the construction software sector has been seen following the announcement of a...
Positioning tools from TopconTopcon is offering an array of new tools that can improve surveying and machine control capabilities for contractors. Light and compact, the B110 dual-frequency positioning receiver board features...
Power Curbers offers stringless controlConcrete slipformer manufacturer Power Curbers is now offering a stringless machine control option for its customers. Extensive tests have been carried out to ensure the system works efficiently and...
MOBA's advanced positioning systemsMOBA Mobile Automation says it now offers excavator control systems for a range of requirements, with the introduction of its Easy Dig basic system, the LINK expansion stage and the high-end Vision...
Efficient construction leads to quality roadsTechnology to assist the installation of quick laying, yet top-quality, road surfaces requiring less frequent repair, thus limiting costs and the number of construction sites, is being sought by...
Machine control for Mexican gradersA major Mexican highway project has benefited from the use of the latest machine control technology from Trimble Contractor Construcarr estimates that its work on the Guadalajara Colima highway...