Tag: Track
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California high-speed rail CEO has a plan to get the project back on track
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. California’s project to build a high-speed rail line between San Francisco and Los Angeles, approved by voters in 2008, has faced delays, cost overruns and political opposition from two Trump administrations and congressional Republicans. Ian Choudri Permission…
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Water Truck Telemetry: Track Usage and Cut Waste
In mining, civil construction, and infrastructure projects, water trucks play an essential role. They suppress dust on haul roads, provide moisture for soil compaction, and deliver water to remote worksites. But while these vehicles are indispensable, they also represent a significant cost centre. Fuel consumption, water usage, wear and tear, and operator efficiency all impact…
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Data centers, healthcare keep construction planning on track
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Data center hubs and healthcare campuses pushed more projects into the pipeline last month, a sign that construction activity could hit a high point in early 2027, according to Dodge Construction Network. The Dodge Momentum Index, which…
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Equipment Today Releases 2025 Skid Steer and Compact Track Loader Spec Guide
Equipment Today has released the 2025 installment of its annual Skid Steer and Compact Track Loader Spec Guide, now available to visitors in an interactive, searchable format. This online specification tool is customized to allow contractors to access exactly the skid steer and/or compact track loader you need to meet your equipment requirements. Using…
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From day one to done: How leaders can keep construction and care on track
Building a new healthcare facility from the ground up is one thing, but carrying out construction work in an active healthcare setting presents an entirely different set of challenges. And these realities can’t be underestimated. Complex logistics are typical in hospital settings, with layers of operational, regulatory and safety concerns to navigate. On top of…
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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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CASE Unveils James Hetfield Edition Track Loader
CASE Construction Equipment has released an all-new “Heavy Metal” Hetfield Limited Edition TV450B compact track loader ready to roar onto jobsites. Based on its one-of-a-kind compact track loader designed for Metallica frontman James Hetfield, CASE’s exclusive release of just 25 Heavy Metal machines features a unique design that celebrates the fusion of meticulous craftsmanship and heavy metal spirit. “The Hetfield…
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Three track workers take evasive action in tunnel to avoid train
An investigation has been launched after three track workers were involved in a near miss of a train travelling at around 30mph (48km/h) in Bookham Tunnel, Surrey. The incident happened at around 11:44 on 29 April 2025, when the track workers were walking back to Bookham station through the tunnel after completing work on the…
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Track trolley runs away after worker deactivates automatic brake system
As a result of its investigation, RAIB has identified two “learning points”. These are the importance of staff not rendering the braking system ineffective when working with trolleys of this type; and the importance of controllers of site safety accompanying work groups to personally observe and advise them. View the original article and our Inspiration…
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How Better Daily Management Keeps Projects on Track
Keeping a construction project on track doesn’t always come down to big plans or complex strategies. Most delays and problems happen because of small, daily issues that add up over time. When crews aren’t aligned, materials aren’t ready, or basic site needs are overlooked, progress slows without anyone noticing until it’s too late. That’s why…