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March 10, 2021

Sophisticated machine control for slipforming

The use of 3D stringless controls in large concrete paving work is very well established. However, the lower cost of these systems means that the technology is now being used widely for smaller slipforming works, such as kerbing or drain construction
The latest stringless technology from Leica Geosystems
March 9, 2021

Concrete plant for Asia

A concrete plant from Ammann is playing a key role in a Malaysian construction project. The contractor, Musyati Development, is using an Ammann concrete mixing plant to provide the construction materials essential to the key project.
A contractor in Malaysia is using an Elba plant from Ammann to produce concrete for a large construction project
March 9, 2021

Highways England tests ghostbusters

Highways England is testing seven new road marking products as part of a major international project to rid road surfaces of confusing ghost markings
The white line towards the top of the picture shows a standard road marking, while in the foreground is one of the alternatives being tested
March 8, 2021

Weathering WIM installation

Kistler says that its new smartphone App has made it easier to properly install sensors for its weigh-in-motion systems.
Thanks to an app from sensor manufacturer Kistler, documentation is easier and more practical
March 8, 2021

Stockholm’s new bypass

Tunnels make up 18km of the 21km of the Swedish capital’s E4 Bypass mega-project. It will have taken 15 years from start to opening in 2030, if all goes well
The Akalla section includes a 130m-long cut-and-cover tunnel (photo courtesy of Doka)
March 5, 2021

VDMA: Construction equipment sector secures jobs in a challenging environment

The general meeting of VDMA Construction – Equipment and Plant Engineering on 3rd March 2021 drew a positive conclusion about the past and current year. Central topics were the economic situation, the importance of the European climate goals 2050 for the industry and the development in relations with the USA after the change of government.
A Liebherr R 9150 excavator working at Max Bögl’s Steinbruch Wiesenhofen site
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