Technology Cementation Skanska plant spots people Cementation Skanska is mandating the installation of AI-backed human form recognition cameras on its fleet of large diameter piling rigs and cranes after a successful trial.
Technology Galliford Try and Caterpillar test intelligent compaction on A303 National Highways, along with Galliford Try and Caterpillar dealer Finning UK & Ireland, have tested intelligent compaction technology on the A303.
Technology HS2’s £25m saving on earthworks with smart plant The Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM Nuttall joint venture (EKFB JV) and UK Caterpillar distributor Finning are using a smart plant approach on HS2 earthworks to save £25m.
Technology Soil engineer DGS takes smart plant approach to site monitoring Soil engineering specialist Dynamic Ground Solutions is using intelligent machine control technology for monitoring site progress.
News BSI issues smart plant PAS 1892 Those who specify connected and automated plant can now use a PAS from BSI.
Technology Barhale gives thumbs up to proximity alert technology for site plant Civil engineering contractor Barhale is using proximity alert technology on its excavators to reduce health and safety risks.
Opinion Machine control’s role in addressing sustainability and the skills gap Topcon’s Andy Flood believes machine control and automation of plant are an essential part of the industry’s journey towards digitalisation.
