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AMCS technologies introduces IoT Lifting system for tower crane telematics
AMCS technologies, the specialist makers of anti-collision and zoning safety systems for lifting equipment, has introduced its own telematics system from cranes, called IoT Lifting, which uses a web platform and mobile application to monitor site productivity, enable fleet...
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Manitowoc updates diagnostic mobile app to include Potain tower cranes, releases Bluetooth-enabled pressure test kit
Manitowoc has updated its free diagnostic app to include Crane Control System (CCS)-equipped Potain tower cranes, helping operators to interpret diagnostic codes generated by on-board control systems and reduce machine downtime. The app already supports many Grove, Manitowoc and...
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GPS tracking of construction vehicle fleets is increasing profitability
Construction companies and contractors rely heavily on how efficiently they are able to allocate their vehicles, equipment, and labour for each job. Jobsites can be separated sometimes by hundreds or thousands of miles, so effective construction management requires virtually...
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Smart cluster aims to act as a living lab for future smart cities
A mixed-use community of 25 businesses and 750 homes in the UK’s West Midlands is implementing a smart street lighting system which it claims will reduce energy consumption by more than 60 per cent.
A mixed-use community of 25 businesses...
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California tech startup to automate 80% of building process
New Oakland, California-based tech startup Mighty Buildings promises to automate up to 80% of the building process using 3D printing and prefab techniques, as well as innovative UV light-activated materials.
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California, US-based Mighty Buildings says it can print a...
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Inland Homes initiates £600m development project at Cavalry Barracks in London
UK-based housing developer Inland Homes has announced that one of its divisions has entered into agreements to acquire and develop the 36.7-acre Cavalry Barracks in Hounslow West London.
The asset management division of the company has signed agreements with the...
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Digital Construction Summit 2020 is now open for registrations
The Digital Construction Summit is taking place virtually across 29/30 September. Registration for delegates is now open. Originally scheduled for 3 June in the City of London, the event has been rearranged because of the restrictions of the COVID-19...
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