The construction industry, long regarded as one of the least digitized sectors globally, experienced an unprecedented surge in technology adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic. As remote work became the norm and physical distancing reshaped jobsite operations, contractors who had previously been hesitant to adopt digital tools found themselves turning to technology out of necessity. Project […]
BKT (Balkrishna Industries Limited) has established itself as a major force in the off-the-road tire market, and the company is not resting on its achievements. With a stated goal of capturing 10 percent of the global OTR tire market, BKT is investing heavily in advanced tire monitoring technology, novel sustainable materials, and expanded manufacturing capacity.
Selecting the right tracks and tires for construction equipment is one of the most consequential decisions a fleet manager can make. The interface between machine and ground determines not only productivity and fuel efficiency but also operator comfort and total cost of ownership. Recent innovations in rubber compounds, tread engineering, and undercarriage design are giving
The construction equipment rental industry is undergoing a significant transformation as sustainable power products gain traction on job sites across the country. Battery energy storage systems and hybrid power solutions are no longer niche offerings, they are becoming mainstream assets that rental companies must understand to remain competitive. This shift presents both challenges and opportunities:
Refined tar-based sealers (RTS) have become one of the most debated topics in the pavement coatings industry. Over the past decade, environmental concerns about polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) have led to bans on RTS in several jurisdictions, including Washington State and Suffolk County, New York. However, a growing body of scientific research challenges the assumptions
Pavement sealers are a fundamental component of asphalt maintenance programs across North America, protecting parking lots, driveways, and roadways from weathering, oxidation, and water damage. Yet in recent years, these essential products have faced intense regulatory scrutiny based on concerns about polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and their potential environmental impact. Understanding the science behind these
Protecting asphalt pavement is one of the most cost-effective investments a property owner can make. Sealcoating extends the service life of asphalt by shielding it from sunlight, water, deicing chemicals, and petroleum spills. But not all sealers are created equal. The two primary options—refined coal tar sealer (RTS) and asphalt-based sealer (ABS)—offer fundamentally different performance
When your pavement develops cracks, alligatoring, or failed seams, choosing the right repair material is critical to getting a lasting result. Many contractors find themselves asking whether mastic or crack sealant is the better option for a given job. While both materials serve to restore pavement surfaces and prevent water intrusion, they differ significantly in
Construction sites have always been physically demanding environments where strength, endurance, and mobility determine productivity. As the industry faces persistent labor shortages, innovative solutions like wearable robotic exoskeletons are emerging as game-changing tools that address workforce gaps while improving worker safety. By augmenting human capabilities rather than replacing them, exoskeletons offer a pragmatic path forward
The construction industry has long been viewed as slow to adopt new technology, but that perception is rapidly changing. From advanced software platforms to robotics and smart materials, innovation is fundamentally altering how buildings and infrastructure are designed, managed, and built. For contractors, project managers, and firm owners, understanding where these changes are happening is
