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Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2023
By Dr. Jeff Chen, Director of Digital Transformation and George Broadbent, VP of Asset Management, Symetri A Mountain of Documents Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) stands as one of the most document-intensive industries in the world.
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CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 3, 2024
In the dynamic world of construction, efficiently managing resources such as equipment and materials is key to achieving successful outcomes. Asset monitoring solutions have become a game-changing tool, empowering construction firms to oversee and control their assets with precision.
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Roads Online
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Komatsu is ahead of the curve when it comes to Smart Construction and Intelligent Machine Control (IMC), changing the way projects are designed, planned, and executed. James Muir General Manager Smart Construction explains whats next for the company in this exciting space. Images: Komatsu.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 13, 2025
The post How to Ensure Health & Safety Compliance in Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Introduction Health and safety compliance is a critical priority for the construction industry. Various regulatory bodies set out requirements that construction companies must follow to maintain safe work environments.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 26, 2024
The post 7 Benefits of Plant and Machinery Hire for Construction Companies appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction projects, whether large or small, require a variety of equipment and machinery to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
Roads Online
APRIL 14, 2024
Astec machinery has played a pivotal role in Fulton Hogan’s infrastructure works overtime. A stec Industries and Fulton Hogan are two names that are synonymous with infrastructure and construction works across Australia and New Zealand. Boil says the relationship goes beyond just machinery purchases and trials. Image: Astec.
Roads Online
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Hitachi Construction Machinery is expanding its wheel loader range, developing a line suitable for infrastructure and rail works. David Gallina, National Product Manager, explains what this shift in focus means for customers. David Gallina, National Product Manager – Hitachi.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
On-Site Construction Staging & Storage Doug Hardin , P.E., The versatile structures have come into their own in a whole new way — appearing on the scene at large construction sites of major national grocery and retail chains including Target, Whole Foods, and many others. Tamarack Grove Engineering Brian J. Sielaff , P.E.,
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Roads Online
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Garry van den Beld, National Account Manager, Mobile Asphalt, says the F-series pavers combine the best Astec technology with best in class design. Jorge Boil, Business Line Manager, Infrastructure Astec, says that between the two models, customers can find the best solution for all paving requirements. RP-175) and B6.7 (RP-195)
Roads Online
AUGUST 10, 2023
Starting out as a bobcat specialist in 1990, Dave Speranza was a subcontractor for a lot of Victoria’s Road construction companies. Fast forward to 2023 and his company, Central Asphalt Group, now provides road profiling, asphalt paving, civil construction, and heavy haulage to the roads industry. I guess it’s paid off.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Wirtgen machinery benefits from European ingenuity, along with a design that’s perfectly suited to Australian conditions. This relationship goes far beyond just machinery. As Jason Parrish, National Plant Manager – SPA explains. Images: Wirtgen. Immediately it was the German technology that set them apart from the rest.”
Roads Online
APRIL 18, 2024
SRE’s six metre telescopic sprayer exhibits the latest in machinery technology for both New Zealand and Australia. C hris Kaelin, Specialised Roading Equipment (SRE) Technical Manager, is as passionate as they come when it comes to the development of equipment, hardware and software in the road construction machinery sector.
ENR Construction
JUNE 9, 2025
Photo courtesy of QSi Consultancy Group June 9, 2025 After two decades of stalled growth, the Maldives construction sector is now seeing some $2 billion in construction activity. The project aims to reclaim 63 hectares, with 23 hectares already completed by Sri Lanka-based Capital Marine and Civil Construction (CMCC).
PN - Project Management
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The construction industry has embraced digital transformation, and big data is at the forefront of this change. Powered by big data, predictive analysis is becoming a cornerstone for construction management, enabling businesses to achieve greater accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Roads Online
OCTOBER 12, 2023
M achine control – the automation of heavy earthmoving equipment – is key to attracting workers and addressing the skills shortage in construction, according to decision makers surveyed in a report by Topcon Positioning Systems in Europe.
Roads Online
AUGUST 14, 2023
Changes in Underwriting Agencies of Australia’s senior leadership are set to present new opportunities for the organisation and its clients, as well as the wider industry. U nderwriting Agencies of Australia (UAA) has recently undergone a period of change. Peta Ross, Group Development Manager – Systems, Process & Culture.
Roads Online
JULY 22, 2024
T he iconic orange livery of Hitachi machinery is an easily recognisable staple of many construction projects across the world. Founded in 1910’s Japan, the self-titled “orange family” specialises in the development of high-quality machinery that’s purpose built for the civil construction market, among other industries.
Roads Online
JULY 24, 2023
General Manager – Commercial, Tony Symons, paints the company’s picture right from the beginning, through to its exciting future. Shortly after the end of World War II in 1945, a simple gesture by Walter Kennard laid the foundation for what is now one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest family-owned machinery and equipment hire providers.
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, where precision meets creativity and innovation, effective marketing strategies are paramount for attracting top-tier talent across diverse construction job categories. Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects.
PN - Project Management
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Image by Dimitris Vetsikas from Pixabay "The construction industry relies heavily on global supply chains to access materials, equipment, and labor." The construction industry relies heavily on global supply chains to access materials, equipment , and labor in today's interconnected world.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Now situated in Brisbane, Mancin’s role is to help Cat machinery users become the best operators of the equipment they can be. “As Mancin himself has around 20 years’ experience in the road maintenance and construction equipment industry. There’s continually some process of improvement across our machinery,” Mancin says. “We
Roads Online
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Primal Surfacing is adding another two sprayers to its growing machinery fleet. Primal Surfacing has benefitted from a long-standing partnership with Specialised Roading Equipment (SRE) for its machinery needs. A big part of maintaining this reputation is its frequent upkeep and updates of its machinery fleet. Images: SRE.
Construction Marketing
MAY 2, 2024
If you’re a maintenance manager working in a highly reactive working environment, you’re probably looking for ways to improve your Preventive Maintenance Program, right? In this article, we will detail 6 steps that will help you create a more efficient PM program. But it can be difficult and overwhelming. Which is the most expensive?
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Roads Online
DECEMBER 17, 2023
Wirtgen’s upper management sheds light on what’s in store for customers. C onsisting of Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm, Kleemann, Benninghoven and Ciber, the Wirtgen Group (a John Deere company) is responsible for the design, development and distribution of machinery for the road construction industry. Image: Wirtgen.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 14, 2025
The construction industry has traditionally relied on manual workflows for managing projects, finances, scheduling, and communication. Automation not only improves productivity but also enhances safety, ensuring that compliance protocols and risk assessments are efficiently managed.
Roads Online
JULY 25, 2024
The new Executive General Manager for Construction and Utility at Komatsu Australia is looking to drive that change. D rawing on more than 25 years of experience, David Small has recently assumed the role of Executive General Manager for construction and utility at Komatsu Australia.
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Roads Online
JULY 31, 2023
Flexihire has been operating throughout Queensland and northern New South Wales for decades, providing high-quality heavy machinery for a range of industries. Flexihire is committed to providing machinery that is fit-for-purpose across a wide range of sites and applications. F lexihire is renowned for supplying quality equipment.
Roads Online
OCTOBER 8, 2024
X CMG is well known for its Chinese heritage, being one of the world’s three largest manufacturers of construction and heavy equipment. The company’s status in Australia certainly didn’t come by chance, as General Manager Roy Rossini – XCMG Mining Equipment Australia can attest. That’s where I came in.”
Roads Online
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Komatsu’s Smart Construction Edge 2 solution is transforming conventional surveying methods, offering a more efficient and safer alternative. Komatsu Product Manager James Mackenzie explains. Data from the Edge 2 drones can be transferred and visualised in Komatsu’s Smart Construction ECO System Dashboard. Images: Komatsu.
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Roads Online
JUNE 12, 2025
John Riccardi, Customer Service Manager at Sripath Asia-Pac, says the company’s philosophy is as simple, as it is critical. In addition to production considerations, Sripath Technologies also sought to deliver a product that was as user-friendly as it was versatile, as Ravi Rajagopalan, General Manager of Sripath Asia-Pac, explains.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 20, 2023
The era of Smart Construction is upon us. This incentivises the construction industry to find new routes to improve productivity, safety, and profits. James Muir is the General Manager of Smart Construction at Komatsu Australia and has spent many years in the infrastructure industry.
Roads Online
OCTOBER 19, 2023
As Andy Hopcroft, General Manager Yello Equipment explains. The SANY tag is ‘quality changes the world’. The SY80U Sitting within its compact hydraulic excavators, this machine would be a great addition to a contractor’s construction fleet. The SY80U, SY135C and SY155U are all impressive machines in their own right.
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Buildern
MARCH 6, 2025
Have you ever wondered what keeps the construction project on track, ensuring that everything goes as expected? A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project. A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project.
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Roads Online
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
The Winslow Group has introduced biodiesel to its range of machinery, in line with its commitment to achieving robust sustainability outcomes, which Viva Energy is supporting with its innovative solutions. W inslow Group is a civil construction services company passionate about protecting and enhancing the environment in which it operates.
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Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Sally Rolfe – Operations Manager, Deepak Nair – Design Engineer and Marty Barker – Production Supervisor. Matthews Brothers Engineering (MBE) has established a reputation for designing and manufacturing robust road construction equipment. When his role eventually changed, I was primed and ready to step up.” Images: MBE.
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Roads Online
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Integrity Sampling provides an essential service to the infrastructure and construction sectors. Brett Money, Group General Manager, explains the importance of worksite substance testing and how it’s helping to save lives. S ubstance testing on construction sites is a constantly evolving service.
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Roads Online
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
According to Josh Allan, Civil Business Executive Manager at Aptella (formerly Position Partners), new solutions are now hitting Australian shores that promise greater productivity and accuracy gains than ever. “We’re thrilled to introduce Topcon’s new machine control platform locally,” says Allan. Image: Aptella.
Roads Online
JANUARY 4, 2024
Tyrecycle sponsored an engaging session on crumb rubber in roads, shedding light on sustainable road construction practices. NAECO stepped up with its support for ‘Sustainability through Technologies – Intelligent Construction,’ offering a glimpse into cutting-edge approaches. Two informative workshops also took place.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 15, 2024
As one of the worlds three largest manufacturers of construction and heavy equipment, XCMGs sales network spans 184 countries, including Australia. Most construction sites need stable ground to do their work on, XCMGs Single Drum roller range caters to projects requiring properly compacted and smoothedsurfaces.
Roads Online
JULY 21, 2024
T idd Ross Todd (TRT) is a company that’s synonymous with providing next-generation crane technology and machinery to the market. This deal included permissions to distribute Kobelco machinery across New Zealand, Australia, Papua New Guinea, New Caledonia and Fiji and further added to TRT’s experience with Kobelco manufactured units.
UK Construction Blog
JANUARY 31, 2024
The post Sustainable Practices In The Construction Industry: 5 Examples appeared first on UK Construction Blog. By its very nature, the construction industry is a significant consumer of the environment’s natural resources. Waste Management The construction industry is always going to generate waste.
Roads Online
JULY 19, 2023
Quality and experience have been two of the main contributing factors to this continued innovation, says third generation employee and MBE Managing Director Paul Matthews. As one of the industry’s most experienced stakeholders, Paul Matthews has direct input into MBE’s machinery, as well as what operators require and desire.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 16, 2024
Navigating the New Era of Construction Through Technological Innovations This comprehensive article delves into the transformative world of workforce management in the construction industry. AI-Driven Project Management Tools: Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays a pivotal role in project management within construction.
Roads Online
MAY 27, 2024
The construction and mining industry has always been male-dominated, but global equipment manufacturer Komatsu is working to change that. The Coalition sees men in positions of influence commit to leadership and accountability for change on gender equality issues in their organisations and communities. Image: Komatsu.
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