Roads Online

APRIL 18, 2024

SRE’s six metre telescopic sprayer exhibits the latest in machinery technology for both New Zealand and Australia. Roads & Infrastructure Magazine speaks with Specialised Roading Equipment’s Chris Kaelin to learn more about the company’s latest technological innovations regarding its six metre telescopic sprayer. Image: SRE.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Change Management Electrical Systems Construction Equipment 105

For Construction Pros

JUNE 10, 2025

Shanthi Rajan Jun 10, 2025 Linarc @bilanol - stock.adobe.com The cement industry is a vital pillar of the global construction sector and the foundation of the world’s infrastructure. Integrated change order management helps minimize costly disruptions by streamlining approvals and updating schedules instantly.

Concrete Pouring 89

Concrete Pouring Schedule Management Construction Equipment Cost Control 89

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.”

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Cost Control Change Management Government Works 105

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.

Building Controls 105

Building Controls Building Automation Construction Machinery Surveying 105

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.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Quality Control Change Management Building Controls 105

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.

Insurance Management 98

Insurance Management Change Management Construction Machinery Construction Management 98

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 Machinery 98

Construction Machinery Infrastructure Development Construction Equipment Project Management 98

For Construction Pros

JUNE 12, 2025

Ben Froland, the product manager of power generation at Hatz Americas, shares his point of view on whats happening within the generator market of the equipment rental industry. Ben Froland, Product Manager - Power Generation Hatz Americas The biggest change in the market is a return to practical solutions.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Construction Equipment Energy Efficiency Change Management 52

For Construction Pros

JUNE 10, 2025

Fleetio The construction industry is unique in that it requires some of the most expensive fleet assets to operate under some of the harshest conditions. Let’s explore some of the best practices for improving maintenance management and a few tools fleets can use to take their operation to the next level.

Maintenance 64

Maintenance Inspection Schedule Management Construction Equipment 64

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 Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Ceiling Systems Controls Manufacturing 105

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

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Cost Control Building Commissioning Quality Control 105

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Expanding a construction business can be both an exciting and challenging journey. However, reaching there and delivering the best quality service requires prominent warehouse management and an efficient workforce. We know that you are willing to make significant changes in your business process. trillion in 2027.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Property Management Building Code Compliance Building Automation 52

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.

Material Handling 66

Material Handling Sustainability Project Management Construction Machinery 66

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.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Electrical Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Construction Equipment 105

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.

Construction Machinery 96

Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Change Management Site Planning 96

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.

Surveying 105

Surveying Construction Machinery Safety Regulations Project Management 105

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.”

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 105

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Construction Machinery Site Planning Construction Equipment 105

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.

Warranty 105

Warranty Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Change Management 105

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.

Construction Machinery 102

Construction Machinery Building Products Distribution Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement 102

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

The construction industry is one of the oldest and most important fields and has changed a lot over the years. It started with simple methods and basic tools, then moved to using heavy machinery, making work faster and larger. Now, digital transformation is a big change that is even more significant than anything before.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment Renewable Energy Systems 52

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.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Project Management Consulting Controls Manufacturing Electrical Systems 105

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In a high-asset divorce, transforming assets can prove difficult for couples involved in the construction industry. How the Value Division Will Be For the divorce to qualify as a high-asset divorce, there must be substantial value in companies held by firms engaged in the construction industry. have to be taken care of.

Construction Machinery 40

Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Project Management Construction Management 40

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.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Project Management Consulting Change Management Construction Equipment 105

Roads Online

JANUARY 4, 2024

Roads & Infrastructure Magazine reflects on the important topics and conversations addressed at the 19th AfPA International Flexible Pavement Conference in Brisbane, as well as why there continues to be optimism towards the future of flexible paving. Now, it’s up for the industry to take these learnings and influence real change.

Stakeholder Engagement 105

Stakeholder Engagement Infrastructure Development Sustainability Construction Machinery 105

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.

Government Works 105

Government Works Infrastructure Development Safety Regulations Construction Machinery 105

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.

Building Design 105

Building Design Construction Equipment Construction Machinery Infrastructure Development 105

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

More than one in five construction workers globally (22%) have experienced harm at work in the last two years. When compared to other sectors, those in construction are among the most likely to be harmed at work, alongside people in the fishing and mining industries.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Public Works Construction Machinery 52

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.

Construction Equipment 105

Construction Equipment Change Management Construction Management Project Management 105

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.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 96

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Construction Equipment Change Management Infrastructure Development 96

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.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 104

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Heavy Lifting Transportation Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 104

Roads Online

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Major construction and infrastructure projects are like intricate puzzles, where every piece – from architectural design to structural engineering – must fit together perfectly. It also informs design accommodations like access requirements and the type of machinery that can be moved into and used in the space.”

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Design Building Automation Structural Systems 105

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.

Change Management 105

Change Management Infrastructure Development Government Works Public Works 105

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pre-planned worksite LED lighting layouts present cost-saving opportunities and mitigate redundant workload while safeguarding construction workers and passersby. This reduces upfront construction, labor, equipment rental, and material costs while maximizing return on investment.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Zoning Site Planning Building Materials 52

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.

Construction Machinery 75

Construction Machinery Quality Control Infrastructure Development Change Management 75

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.

Schedule Management 40

Schedule Management Construction Equipment Project Management Safety Regulations 40

Roads Online

MAY 3, 2023

Matthews Brothers Engineering’s Australian-made road construction solutions are built on more than 100 years of expertise, passed down through generations. S ince 1921, Matthews Brothers Engineering (MBE) has specialised in road making equipment and machinery – designed and manufactured locally for Australian businesses.

Engineering 93

Engineering Building Products Distribution Flooring Systems Foundation Systems 93

Roads Online

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Thats the mantra of Northwest Road Services Asphalt, a company well known for its expertise in asphalt manufacturing, construction, testing and much more. Servicing some of the most remote and harshest areas of New South Wales, the company relies heavily on machinery and equipment that can stand the test of time, in the toughest of spots.

Infrastructure Development 98

Infrastructure Development Project Management Change Management Construction Equipment 98