Category: Equipment Management
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Keeping Equipment Running With Data-Driven Technologies
Off-highway equipment tackles the toughest jobs in harsh environments. To ensure smooth operations, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are leveraging data-driven technologies and telematics software for smarter maintenance. By collecting and analyzing real-time machine data, they’re shifting from reactive repairs to proactive, data-driven maintenance. This enhances equipment reliability, reduces downtime, and transforms how end-users manage their…
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Keeping Equipment Running With Data-Driven Technologies
Off-highway equipment tackles the toughest jobs in harsh environments. To ensure smooth operations, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are leveraging data-driven technologies and telematics software for smarter maintenance. By collecting and analyzing real-time machine data, they’re shifting from reactive repairs to proactive, data-driven maintenance. This enhances equipment reliability, reduces downtime, and transforms how end-users manage their…
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Command Alkon Acquires Digital Fleet to Expand Fleet Management Capabilities
Command Alkon has acquired Digital Fleet, a company specializing in fleet management solutions for the heavy building materials industry. The acquisition includes Digital Fleet’s full product suite and team and marks an expansion of Command Alkon’s efforts to strengthen its technology offerings across logistics and operations. Digital Fleet, previously owned by Ozinga Ventures, brings experience…
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Fleet Integrations and Their Importance to Construction Fleets
Managing a mixed fleet in today’s construction industry means more than just keeping vehicles on the road and heavy equipment in the dirt: it’s about keeping teams focused and entire projects on track. Between increasing equipment costs, complex maintenance schedules, unpredictable downtime, and the growing pressure to do more with less, 46% of fleet leaders…
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JPRO Update Adds CARB Pre-Scan Capability and Expands Off-Highway Coverage
Noregon has released an update to its flagship JPRO diagnostic software, adding a new feature designed to help users comply with California’s Clean Truck Check regulation. The update also includes significant coverage expansions for both on-highway and off-highway vehicles. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) recently implemented the Clean Truck Check, requiring most heavy-duty vehicles…
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HCSS and Samsara Integrate Platforms to Streamline Mixed Fleet Management for Construction
HCSS and Samsara have introduced a new integration that connects Samsara’s vehicle and equipment tracking capabilities directly into the HCSS Telematics platform. The integration is designed to give construction companies a unified view of their entire mixed fleet—ranging from heavy machinery to on-road vehicles—within a single dashboard. The integration enables near real-time data from Samsara…
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6 Ways to Use Data to Optimize the Worksite
People, equipment and materials are the most valuable resources on any worksite, but in today’s construction landscape, a fourth asset is playing an increasingly important role on larger sites: data. The data generated by a connected worksite creates a surprising number of opportunities to increase safety, efficiency and productivity. Contractors who effectively leverage data generated…
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Extend the Life of Your Work Boots in a Few Simple Steps
Just like a tool belt and a trusty truck, a comfortable pair of safety toe work boots are a necessity for construction workers. Similar to that trusty truck, work boots need regular care and maintenance to make sure they last as long as possible. Avoid Unnecessary Wear & Tear To prolong the life of a…
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How Technology is Building a Safer Construction Environment
Construction is known for its inherent risks. The iconic image of workers casually eating lunch on a skyscraper beam with no safety measures highlights the risks that have long been present in the industry. In fact, 41% of the 34 deadliest jobs in the U.S. are in construction. While safety practices have significantly improved since…
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Bobcat Company Extends Heavy Construction Equipment Lineup
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in Business, Business Services, Compact Wheel Loaders, Construction Safety, Construction Technology, Dealers, Earthmoving – Compact, Earthmoving Equipment, Equipment, Equipment Management, Excavators, Featured, Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8, Loaders, Service Centers, Trucks, Trucks & Accessories, Worksite EquipmentBobcat Company has announced the expansion of its portfolio by adding new heavy construction equipment. Bobcat is adding four new large wheel loaders and two new large excavators will be available at select North American Bobcat dealerships in mid-Q2 2025. Large Wheel Loaders New to the Bobcat lineup are the L205, L235, L255, and L285…