First IRENA Investment Forum Kicks Off in Southeast Asia
Accelerating energy transition through investment takes centre stage in cooperation with Indonesian G20 Presidency. Bali, Indonesia/Abu Dhabi, UAE – The first-ever Investment Forum organised by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) takes place from 31 August to 1 September 2022 in Bali. Co-hosted by Indonesia in the margin of its G20 Presidency Energy Transition Ministerial, the joint forum aims to mobilise energy transition investment, ease access to finance and accelerate r...
Emerson Renewable Technologies Support China’s Carbon Reduction Goals
Integrated control software and solutions for Taiyuan Heavy Industry wind turbines to provide reliable, clean energy for 35 million people PITTSBURGH – Emerson (NYSE: EMR), a global technology and software company, will provide integrated wind automation solutions and services to Taiyuan Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. (TYHI) for three greenfield wind farms located in Shanxi Province, China, a region experiencing high growth in its renewable generation base. Emerson’s wind turbine control softw...
Idrica, a key partner in the digital transformation of the Smart City of Valencia
Playing a part in the digital transformation of cities. This is the approach Idrica applies in the management of the Smart City of Valencia's (Spain) Technical Office, deploying its know-how and experience of digital transformation. Idrica, an international company based in Valencia (Spain), with extensive experience of digital transformation processes in smart cities, manages the Smart City of Valencia's recently re-organized Technical Office. Specifically, Idrica adds its organiz...
Crosby BlokCam Upgrades Crane Camera System Range. Improved safety and reliability
The Crosby Group, a global leader in lifting, rigging, and load securement hardware, has launched upgrades to its popular range of Crosby BlokCam crane camera systems, including battery improvements. The updates extend the legacy of the original X2 and M3 systems, which have I delivered clear enhancement of load handling in several sectors, most notably construction and renewable energy. The X2 is renowned as the industry’s first fully modular system compatible with tower cranes, while the M3 i...
Simpson Strong-Tie Vice President of Engineering Annie Kao Named to Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply Class of 2022 for Business Excellence
Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, announced that its Vice President of Engineering Annie Kao has been named to the Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply class of 2022 for Business Excellence. Kao is responsible for engineering strategy, management and innovation across all product lines at Simpson Strong-Tie. This award recognizes leaders who have demonstrated achievement, growth and success in the hardware and ho...
Emlid released Reach RX—pocket-sized RTK rover for $1599
Emlid has launched a new product—Reach RX network rover. This is a high-performance multi-band RTK rover with a focus on simplicity. To start a job, simply enter the credentials for your corrections network (NTRIP), no more configuration is required. Reach RX fits in a pocket and is easy to carry anywhere you go. Uncompromising centimeter accuracy Emlid Reach RX is a multi-band rover tracking GPS/QZSS, Galileo, Glonass, and Beidou. It’s designed for working with any corrections network (NTRI...
AISI Announces New Alexander D. Wilson Memorial Award
Photo: Dean Krouse (left) accepts the first Alexander D. Wilson Memorial Award from John Kross. Photo by Sougata Roy. Dean C. Krouse is First Recipient WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Steel Bridge Task Force (BTF), the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) T-14 Technical Committee for Structural Steel Design, and the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) have established a new award to honor Alexander D. Wilson, a ma...
IronCraft, LLC Announces New CEO
NASHVILLE, TN – IronCraft, LLC (“IronCraft”), formerly branded Titan Implement, has named Pat Kozlowski as its new CEO replacing retiring Titan Founder Mike Turner. Kozlowski comes from Caterpillar where he served in a variety of managerial roles across compact construction equipment and ground engaging tools, driving continuous growth for attachments through new product development, loyalty programs, and innovative digital strategies and solutions. He also worked in dealer channel strategy an...
September 2022 Trends
In this section, Informed Infrastructure compiles infographics from trusted sources that reveal insight on infrastructure spending. We also compile some of the top infrastructure stories that shouldn’t be missed. For ongoing news coverage, turn to Informed Infrastructure online (www.informedinfrastructure.com), our Twitter feed (@IInfrastructure) and our weekly e-newsletter. National Groups Partner to Highlight Engineering, Public-Works Projects The American Council of Engi...
Updated ASCE Press Book is an Indispensable Geotechnical Reference Guide
Reston, Va. – In testing, overseeing, and documenting implementation of a construction project, technicians and inspectors are often at the forefront. Author Tim Davis, senior public works inspector for the Town of Windsor Engineering Department in Sacramento County, California, assembled this in-depth field manual specifically for them; the soil technicians, inspectors, and geotechnical engineers, who need guidance during the investigation, grading, and construction phases of geotechnical proje...