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.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The construction industry is complex, with various costs that influence project profitability. Understanding burden rates is essential for construction companies to accurately estimate costs and ensure projects remain profitable what is burden rate. What is Burden Rate in Construction?

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 26, 2023

The post Optimising Equipment Utilisation In Construction Projects: Ensuring Maximum Efficiency with Hired-In Plant Machinery appeared first on UK Construction Blog. When it comes to construction projects the old saying ‘time is money’ holds true, and every moment truly counts towards the success and efficiency of a project.

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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.

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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

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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Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

As in all walks of life, technology and innovation are changing the landscape of the industrial construction industry. But it has also changed the way in which project managers do their jobs. With this in mind, keep reading for 5 innovative approaches to industrial construction project management in 2023.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 10, 2025

The post Why Home Construction Projects Should Prioritise Padlocks appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Home construction sites are easy targets. If youre managing or working on a building, read on to learn why padlocks should be one of the first things you sort out. Make sure every vulnerable spot is secured.

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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)

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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.

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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.”

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. Now, digital transformation is a big change that is even more significant than anything before.

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iField Smart

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Abstract In the ever-evolving construction industry, efficient resource management is critical to project success. This paper explores the principles, methodologies, and tools used in construction resource management, with a focus on best practices that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure project goals are met.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Last Updated on November 11, 2024 In today’s fast-paced construction industry, effective cost management is essential to protect profits and ensure project success. In fact, global construction projects are facing significant cost and delivery overruns, with claims exceeding $91 billion and cumulative overruns amounting to 876 years.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Construction trends come and go. Given its utility in fast, precise construction, it offers many advantages for keeping urban development projects on time and under budget. In addition, prefabrication processes yield many sustainability benefits that traditional on-site construction methods cannot match.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 6, 2022

As we suffer from climate change and temperatures rise over the years, we must adapt our lifestyles. Construction and building are significant areas where we need to introduce sustainable practices. While construction practices have not been environmentally friendly, going green has several benefits for construction companies.

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Technology has improved construction in countless ways. Keep reading as we explore how project managers are leveraging technology to improve safety at the job site. Next-Level PPE Construction safety begins and ends with PPE. Next-Level PPE Construction safety begins and ends with PPE.

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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.

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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.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2024

Technology is increasingly driving almost every sector to new heights and efficiencies; the construction industry stands at a pivotal juncture. Incorporating 4D construction sequencing into everyday operations isn't just a technological upgrade; it's a business imperative for forward-thinking firms, especially in APAC.

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LetsBuild

APRIL 21, 2023

How would you describe your process of creating daily construction reports? If you can simplify your daily construction reports by recording the right information correctly, you can finish in minutes right from the job site—no more after-hours paperwork in the office. What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager?

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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.

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Buildern

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Construction loans are important for funding building projects but the approach may differ depending on the borrower. For construction companies, these loans support large developments with specific financial requirements. Similarly, they are helpful tools in helping to manage cash flow and financing big projects.

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BDC Network

MAY 25, 2023

4 considerations for increasing biodiversity in construction projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/25/2023 - 09:39 Urban Planning As climate change is linked with biodiversity depletion, fostering biodiverse landscapes during construction can create benefits beyond the immediate surroundings of the project.

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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. Automation not only improves productivity but also enhances safety, ensuring that compliance protocols and risk assessments are efficiently managed.

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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.”

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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.

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