Tag: Machine
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Trimble Extends Siteworks Machine Guidance to Compact Track Loaders
Trimble has announced the expansion of its Siteworks Machine Guidance Module to now support compact track loaders (CTLs). This update integrates the company’s surveying and layout software directly with the machine, allowing operators to use the CTL’s bucket for 3D grading and leveling tasks. First introduced for excavators in 2023, the Siteworks Machine Guidance Module…
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In pictures | HS2 lifts 880t tunnel boring machine after 5km journey
Photos released by HS2 show how contractors lifted a giant tunnel boring machine (TBM) using a gantry on Saturday (26 July) following the completion of its 5.5km journey across west London. The TBM was lifted using a gantry crane (Image: HS2) The 880-tonne TBM with a 9.11m diameter cutterhead excavated 775,000 tonnes of London Clay…
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RDO Equipment Co. and Montana State University Team Up to Bring Real-World Machine Control Training to Civil Engineering Students
Montana State University (MSU) has partnered with RDO Equipment Co. to launch a hands-on training program that gives civil engineering students practical exposure to the latest surveying and machine control technology used on today’s construction sites. The four-week course module introduces students to Topcon Positioning Systems and SmartGrade machine control systems through real jobsite experiences,…
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How to Repair a Faulty Washing Machine Timer
A washing machine is a cornerstone of modern convenience, but its timer malfunctions can disrupt your laundry routine, leaving clothes unwashed or cycles incomplete. A faulty timer can manifest as cycles that won’t start, get stuck, or skip steps, causing frustration and potentially costly laundry delays. At Tech-Angels.ca, we understand the importance of a fully…
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New Machine Room-Less Elevator Schindler 5000
Schindler Elevator Corporation, a leading provider of elevators, escalators and moving walks, announces the launch of the Schindler 5000 – a machine-room-less (MRL) elevator designed for low- to mid-rise offices, hotels, hospitals, apartment complexes, and more. Available in most US markets, the Schindler 5000 advances Schindler’s MRL offering with taller cars, larger entrances, load capacities up to…
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P- vs. G-Tier Compact Machines: How to Choose the Compact Machine to Fit Your Needs
When I started in the industry more than 30 years ago, contractors would often opt for compact construction equipment (CCE) that had the lowest price point. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) developed CCE mostly focused on its ability to function, not thinking about comfort or technology. Then, during the 2000s, OEMs recognized the need to address…
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Volvo CE, Unicontrol to Offer Integrated 3D Machine Control
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is teaming up with Danish tech company Unicontrol to make 3D machine control more accessible and easier to use for excavator operators. The two companies have announced plans to integrate Unicontrol’s flexible 3D machine control technology directly into Volvo’s excavators, aiming to simplify jobsite operations and give contractors more options…
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Volvo CE and Unicontrol announce machine control partnership
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Unicontrol today announced their intention to partner to introduce the software company’s 3D machine control technology in Volvo excavators. The partnership will allow Volvo CE to ensure its advanced technology is made open, accessible and easy to use for improved efficiency. Offering one interface with one set of hardware,…
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Volvo CE and Unicontrol Partner on Advanced Machine Control Technology
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Unicontrol have announced a partnership to introduce the software company’s 3D machine control technology in Volvo excavators. The partnership will allow Volvo CE to ensure its advanced technology is made open, accessible and easy to use for improved efficiency. The Volvo Co-Pilot will be used as the primary user interface, allowing operators to access Unicontrol3D directly from…
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Choosing the Right Filling Machine for Your Production Line
Filling machines are an essential component in the manufacturing and packaging industries, playing a crucial role in ensuring products are accurately and efficiently filled into containers. Whether you’re dealing with liquids, powders, or granules, the right filling machine can significantly enhance your production line’s efficiency and accuracy. With a wide variety of filling machines available,…