When Caterpillar introduced the 793F mining truck as an upgrade to the 793D series, the company set a new benchmark for mechanical drive haulers in the 240-ton payload class. The 793F has become one of the most recognizable mining trucks on the planet, working in coal, copper, gold, and iron ore operations across every continent. […]
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) has emerged as one of the most transformative building materials in modern construction, offering a sustainable alternative to concrete and steel while delivering exceptional structural performance. Originally developed in Europe in the 1990s, CLT has gained remarkable traction across North America as architects, engineers, and builders seek lower-carbon solutions that do not
Construction projects generate massive amounts of field data every day, from labor hours and crew assignments to material usage and production quantities. Yet many contractors still rely on paper timesheets and manual spreadsheets to capture this information, leading to delays, errors, and missed opportunities for improvement. Procore addressed this challenge by launching its Field Productivity
When construction crews head out to the jobsite, the last thing they should worry about is whether their mobile devices can handle dust, water, drops, and extreme temperatures. That is where CAT rugged smartphones enter the picture. Licensed by Caterpillar and manufactured by the UK-based Bullitt Group, these devices are engineered specifically for work environments
Construction professionals deal with a constant stream of measurements, material quantities, and dimensional calculations every day on the job site. Whether converting between metric and imperial units, calculating material volumes, or estimating load capacities, having reliable tools for these tasks is essential. Mobile apps have transformed how contractors and tradespeople handle these calculations, putting powerful
Thermal imaging technology has transformed how builders, inspectors, and contractors diagnose problems in residential and commercial structures. Among the most accessible tools in this category is the FLIR One, a compact thermal imaging camera that attaches directly to a smartphone. Originally developed as a pocket-sized solution for quick temperature scanning, this device has found a
The construction industry regularly produces moments of sheer spectacle, from heavy equipment mishaps in deep underground shafts to ambitious builds in the most inhospitable places on Earth. Videos of these events go viral not just for their shock value but because they reveal the extreme edge of what construction teams face daily. Behind every dramatic
Construction contractors across the United States have been working to comply with OSHA’s stricter crystalline silica dust regulations since they became enforceable in September 2017. Despite widespread coverage in industry publications and trade magazines, confusion persists about exactly what the rules require and how to train crews effectively. One of the most practical ways to
The construction industry has long relied on concrete as its most versatile building material. However, the production of Portland cement, the binding agent in concrete, is responsible for approximately 8 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions. This environmental cost has driven researchers to search for cleaner alternatives. One company leading this charge is BioMason, a
When a new development is planned where an existing building stands, the conventional solution has long been demolition followed by reconstruction from scratch. But an innovative alternative has emerged that allows structures to literally walk to new locations. Known as walking building technology, this method uses robotic legs and advanced sensor systems to relocate entire
