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Contractor Builds a Business on 15% to 30% Better Production with Machine Grade Control

Here's how Kuersten Construction learned to beat low-ball earthmoving bids profitably with machines guided by automated grade control technology

Kuersten used two Cat D6 dozers and two Cat 336F excavators, each equipped with Trimble GSC900 grade control units, as primary grading machines on the 400,000-cu.-yd. Harrison Creek Water Impoundment project.

Quick, Efficient Fuel Delivery for Your Entire Fleet—There’s an App for That

VisionLink's customized fuel notifications combined with near real-time data about machine location give you what you need to plan and manage efficient fuel delivery

Caterpillar's VisionLink can be configured to send notifications to your choice of recipients when the fuel level in any machine's tank drops to a threshold you specify. It's a step to getting fuel where you need it, when it's needed, and avoiding unnecessary fuel-truck stops.

[VIDEO] Plote Construction Uses Topcon Millimeter GPS and LPS at One of World's Busiest Airports

The Plote Construction crew used Topcon’s Millimeter GPS and LPS to pave 52 lanes of concrete taxiway at one of the world’s busiest airport.

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[VIDEO] Interstate Sawing Breaks the Bank With Delamination Process

Interstate Sawing takes down a huge vault from an old bank in LaCrosse, WI, using the delamination process.

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[VIDEO] John Deere 700K SmartGrade Dozer with Fully Integrated Grade Control

An overview of the features of the 700K SmartGrade Dozer with fully integrated grade control system.

[Video] John Deere 700K SmartGrade Dozer with Fully Integrated Grade Control

OAC Boom-Mounted Plate Compactor/Drivers

Okada America Inc.'s boom-mounted plate compactor/drivers expand the versatility of backhoes and excavators and provide superior power and efficiency with minimal maintenance requirements

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Takeuchi Telematics Now Standard on Excavators and Track Loaders

Takeuchi Fleet Management will check the health of equipment and minimize costly repair calls with real-time machine information

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Mikasa MRH800GS Walk-behind Compactor

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[APP] iHandy Translator Helps Translate What You Want to Say into 52 Languages

Translate any sentence or phrase while on the jobsite or use the text-to-speech function to hear a native speaker's pronunciation

Construction contractors can use the iHandy Translator mobile app for quick translations of simple phrases on the jobsite.

Why Tack Coats Improve Parking Lots and Driveways

Tack and multiple layers extend pavement life, improve investment return

Asphalt emulsion bond coat placed full width with overlapping nozzle pattern will result in more durable parking area overlay.

Caterpillar 14M3 Motor Grader

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New grader features a larger engine, increased fuel efficiency and features for enhanced performance, durability and safety

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Asphalt Alternative Calls for High-density Paver

Conewago Enterprises turns to the Volvo ABG7820C high-density paver to effectively place roller-compacted concrete.

The Volvo ABG7820C paver ensures a smooth, high-quality surface at the Liberty Trust distribution center in Shippensburg, PA.

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