High-Rise Design and Construction: Then, Now, and Next

The Empire State Building was built in 14 months. Since 2010, the average completion time for a 200-meter-plus building has increased from 4.3 to 5.8 years. Buildings have become more complex, and there’s more regulation than in the 1930s. Still, there are ways to make high-rise construction more efficient. An Unlikely Benchmark From 1930 When […]

Topcon debuts new 3D machine control

Topcon Positioning Systems has announced new machine control technologies, functionalities, and safety features for excavators. By connecting people with equipment and work processes, the project phase can be accomplished smoother through one centralized platform.  Excavator-focused updates with new functionalities for ease of use, safety, and productivity include: Slope Control – This function automatically adjusts […]

Get hands-on with LBX’s new tech-focused excavators at CONEXPO-CON/AGG

Link-Belt Excavators will welcome attendees to Booth F35043 at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, where two new excavators will be introduced — the 245 X4S and 80 X4 — designed to deliver improved fuel efficiency, enhanced operator comfort, and advanced smart technology.  Source link