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. Yet, in an era defined by technological advancement, shouldn’t this essential industry have access to the most powerful tools and resources available?

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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.

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JANUARY 3, 2024

Matthews Brothers Engineering’s G-TAR system has been developed for more than a decade, with the company’s modern iteration providing boosts to operational efficiency and output for road construction machinery. to 3 litres/m2. Image: MBE. This not only improved the automation capabilities of the unit, but also its impacts on safety.

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JULY 10, 2024

Wirtgen machinery has also played a role, as Director Angus Walker explains. Initially starting his journey alongside his father laying asphalt, Walker co-founded ANA Asphalts to provide a local-first service that’s focused on providing the highest quality. We’ve got a small business mindset with a big vision,” he says. “My

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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.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

C aterpillar has long taken pride in the quality and robustness of its equipment. 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.

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AUGUST 28, 2024

Tutt Bryant Equipment is making a difference in improving machinery. He firmly believes in continuing to innovate in the heavy and light machinery sector. These rollers are ideal for footpaths, repair work, asphalt and finishing work in road construction. That also applies to operator comfort, performance, and innovation.

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JULY 21, 2024

TRT has a long-standing relationship with crane manufacturer Kobelco, with both companies sharing an appreciation for quality, sustainability and customer satisfaction. T idd Ross Todd (TRT) is a company that’s synonymous with providing next-generation crane technology and machinery to the market. Images: TRT. Similarly, so does TRT’s.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Content supplied by Coerco Coerco’s innovative water transportation and delivery solutions have solidified the liquid management specialists as the go-to providers for major infrastructure and construction projects. Diesel transfer products: stay refuelled at all times thanks to the quality pumps, hoses and accessories.

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Roads Online

APRIL 19, 2023

Koppen Construction has built its reputation on delivering quality infrastructure in some of Australia’s toughest climates. Koppen says this is why his business has turned to machinery from Wirtgen Group time and again for more than 10 years. Our relationship with Wirtgen started with our first stabiliser,” he says.

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Roads Online

APRIL 29, 2024

H ave you ever thought about what machinery is used to prepare and keep roads flat? These workhorses of the construction industry are not known for being glamorous, but their impact is undeniable. They are workhorses of the road construction industry. The clear LCD control panel gives operators the information they need.

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JULY 11, 2024

The company continues to leave a lasting imprint on the Australian road construction machinery market, with its reputation and volume of units growing daily throughout its adopted home country. Now the company is looking to leave its mark with smaller, more agile and cheaper machinery. To read the magazine, click here.

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AUGUST 24, 2023

From sonic technology for forestry mulchers to the RCU remote-controlled tracked carrier, FAE has a range of solutions for well-maintained roadsides. The operational capacity and the quality and reliability of the machine can make a big difference in profitability. To read the magazine, click here.

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MARCH 17, 2024

Roads & Infrastructure Magazine hears from Astec and preferred project proponent Boral on what makes this iteration so special. Our Boral Asphalt Asset and Maintenance team oversaw the contractors putting the plant together.” Machinery and equipment also played an essential role in what is a highly scrutinised project.

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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. In short, inspection training can be a valuable tool to better ensure quality inspection data. Staying on top of asset maintenance can already prove a difficult feat.

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JULY 19, 2023

Each system within Matthews Brothers Engineering’s equipment aims to achieve greater levels of consistency and quality for bitumen spraying. 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.

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OCTOBER 19, 2023

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 is a suitable choice for road and line construction, work on bridges, redevelopment in urban housing construction and landscaping.

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DECEMBER 17, 2023

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. This includes pavement construction, materials processing and more, Australia-wide and globally.

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JULY 23, 2023

And that Newpave has already completed works for New South Wales Roads and Maritime Services, as well as traffic control contractors. Gilson says achieving quality outcomes can often rely on having the best quality equipment. This article was originally published in the July edition of our magazine.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

When it comes to compacting soil, Dynapac provides some of the best machinery on the market today. T racc Civil is a civil engineering construction company. It completes all projects in-house through its different divisions of road construction, bulk earthworks, wall construction, and in-grounds divisions.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, the adoption of sophisticated technologies is not just a trend but a necessity for staying competitive. Among these, motion control technology stands out as a game-changer, enhancing the capabilities of construction equipment with unparalleled precision and efficiency.

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JUNE 27, 2024

As the construction industry continues to expand in the face of increasingly complex infrastructure projects, multinational companies are expanding their operations in Australia. T he road construction and infrastructure industries form part of the larger construction industry. Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group Co.,

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DECEMBER 19, 2023

F locon has grown exponentially since its foundation in 1975, with high-quality machinery and family ownership acting as the key pillars to the company’s recent success. Knight says the team recognised that the construction of each heavy unit would previously slow down the production process across the entire facility.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Quality Fabrication & Engineering’s Road Ant continues to be a success, with growing interest arising interstate. Images: Quality Fabrication & Engineering. For years, reversing tippers were the preferred, and at times the only, option for aggregate spreading on a large scale. Reaching 2.5 metres, with extensions, or 3.4

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OCTOBER 10, 2024

Qualities that have endured to this day. Founder Wayne Holz started with just one truck and trailer, slowly increasing the size and variety of his machinery fleet over time, while also building up his rapport and reputation throughout the heavy haulage sector. To read the magazine, click here.

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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. As we enter 2025, there is an increasing urgency for construction companies to adopt digital technologies.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 26, 2024

Construction sites often produce a lot of dust because of the work done there. People worry about dust control on construction sites because it affects health and work quality. This blog post will discuss several effective dust management techniques for construction sites. It can be unsafe in many ways.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

The construction industry has traditionally relied on manual workflows for managing projects, finances, scheduling, and communication. The integration of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning has revolutionized the way construction firms operate, offering data-driven insights and predictive analytics.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The US construction climate is tough right now, with small and medium-sized businesses finding it particularly hard as material costs rise, labor and skill shortages continue, and margins are squeezed. However, numerous companies have been locked out by complex, expensive 3D machine control solutions and vendor lock-ins.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Pouring concrete slabs is an essential step in many construction projects, from patios to driveways, foundations, and floors. Mix Concrete Properly The quality of your concrete mix plays a significant role in the strength and durability of the slab. To minimize the risk, add control joints during the finishing stage.

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MAY 11, 2023

As Gardner recalls, the desire to upgrade from an older piece of machinery led to the company’s purchase of its first-ever Astec machine. I’d developed a plan to replace our frontline machinery every few years,” he says. Gardner says the RP-170ex’s hydraulic swing system is a far cry from other machinery he’s used previously.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Industrial lighting is a key factor in making large-scale construction projects successful. From ensuring worker safety to enhancing productivity and reducing project delays, the importance of proper lighting in construction environments cannot be overstated. Increased Productivity In construction, time is money.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 5, 2024

Xwatch provides machine control hardware and software technologies designed to enhance safety protocols on construction sites. Xwatch has previously partnered with Hexagon’s Geosystem division to develop the 3D Avoidance Zone system, an integral part of the digital construction product suite. </p>

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CCR Magazine

JULY 12, 2023

When you consider the world of construction, it may be the towering cranes, the loud noise of heavy machinery, or the hard hats and high-vis jackets that first spring to mind. This process entails translating architectural plans and drawings into physical markers on the ground to guide the construction team's work.

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MARCH 26, 2024

Efficiency is also vital in the construction industry. Construction firms need to work to the highest levels of efficiency to ensure that projects are completed on time and to the highest possible standards. Efficiency across multiple sites Many construction firms will need to operate across multiple sites.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 1, 2025

Cam McGill Jul 2, 2025 Uptake @Anoo - stock.adobe.com Predictive maintenance is rapidly transforming the landscape of fleet management across the construction industry. Predictive maintenance leverages data and technology to anticipate when equipment or machinery are in need of servicing.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 6, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of production and manufacturing, selecting the right processing equipment is a critical decision that can significantly impact efficiency, quality, and profitability. Such experts offer many equipment options suitable for various products and can assist you in choosing machinery that can help grow your business.

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