Latest Construction Field Software Uses Cloud Integration for More Efficient Workflow
Leica Geosystems, Procore further collaborate to bring interoperable workflows for construction (Heerbrugg, Switzerland, 9 October 2019) - Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, announced today a new software upgrade for Leica iCON field software as the first development under the collaboration with Procore, a leading provider of construction management software. The two industry-leading providers have integrated their services for collaboration across Leica iCON field software and Procor...
Alabama DOT, University of Alabama Aim to Create Connected Road
Researchers at the University of Alabama are embarking on a three-year $16.8 million project to transform the roads and highways in the Tuscaloosa area into a “smart transportation network” that is safer, less congested, and more environmentally friendly. [Above photo of the West Central Region Traffic Center – a command and control center established by the Alabama Department of Transportation on the campus of the University of Alabama – courtesy of the Alabama Transportation Institute.]...
Announcing the FLIR TG297 High-Temperature Industrial Thermal Camera
Non-Contact Temperature Measurement and Thermal Imaging in One Troubleshooting Tool ARLINGTON, Va.,– FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today the FLIR TG297 industrial thermal camera, which provides non-contact high-temperature measurement and thermal imaging for professionals in one tool. This versatile camera for industrial troubleshooting boasts a unique filter that enables maintenance, repair, and operations inspectors to visually identify and find the source of many common issu...
Epson Announces SureColor T3170x – High-Speed, Easy-to-Use, Compact Printing Solution with Refillable Ink Tanks
CHICAGO (PRINT19, Epson Booth #1227) – Epson today announced the Epson SureColor® T3170x 24-inch wide-format wireless printer. Engineered to enhance workflow, the new model in the SureColor T-Series product line offers cartridge-free printing in a clean, space-saving design. The new, easy-to-fill, refillable ink tanks eliminate time spent purchasing and changing ink cartridges. Ideal for low-cost POP and education posters, as well as blueprints and line drawings up to 24 inches, the SureColor T...
Terra Drone Launches UAV AI-based Solution for Power Asset Inspection Developed After Inspecting Over 90,000 km Power Lines by BVLOS
The solution suite leverages AI technologies to automate damage detection of rust on bolts, loosening of tower parts, bird’s nest etc. of power transmission and distribution equipment. Terra Drone Corporation, the world’s largest provider of industrial drone solutions, has launched a new UAV and AI-based solution set for the maintenance of power transmission and distribution equipment. The solution was developed based on the market gaps identified after inspecting over 90...
LSU Researchers Continue Work on Bendable Concrete, Add Sugarcane Byproducts to the Mix
BATON ROUGE, La. - Work on developing an engineered cementitious composite, or bendable concrete, for mass adoption by LSU Construction Management researchers continues and the results are promising. Most recently, the team constructed three 60-foot-long overlay sections on top of a section of deteriorated asphalt at the Louisiana Transportation Research Center in order to restore its condition. Section one was a jointless 2.5-inch-thick ECC overlay, section two was a jointless 4-inch-thick E...
SmartPM™ to Seamlessly Provide Automated Project Analytics Within the Procore Platform
Atlanta, GEORGIA - SmartPM™ Technologies, leading provider of Automated Project Analytics Software for the Construction Industry, announced today they are partnering with Procore, a leading provider of construction management software, to seamlessly provide access to SmartPM’s Analytics Engine directly from within the Procore application. As part of Procore’s newly released Embedded Experience capability SmartPM’s Project Oversight, Process Improvement, and Forensic Delay Analysis capabilities w...
Updated LORD Corporation Sensing Software Offers Inertial Product Support for Optimal User Experience
CARY, N.C. — LORD Corporation — a global leader in sensing systems, has released the latest version of its SensorConnect™ sensing software, featuring significant updates that support sensor management and data collection and visualization for MicroStrain inertial products. This update is designed to fully replace the inertial data collection and visualization capabilities in MIP Monitor™. MIP Monitor will continue to be available on the website but will no longer be updated to support new produc...
GTS Announces Groundbreaking Lithium-Water Rechargeable Battery Technology
FRAMINGHAM, Mass. - Global Technology Systems, Inc. (GTS) announced today that it teamed with Dr. Boris Tsenter to develop groundbreaking, high-performance Lithium-water (Li-water) rechargeable battery technology for the energy storage and mobile device markets. The new Lithium-water technology will be safer, with longer run times and lower environmental impact than traditional Lithium-ion battery technology. The technology is expected to be available in 2020. “Conventional Lithium-ion batter...
Descartes Launches Advanced Analytics Solution Using Microsoft Power BI for Logistics and Supply Chain Operations
WATERLOO, Ontario - Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq: DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced the availability of Descartes Analytics™, an advanced analysis and reporting solution that is designed to help enable customers to leverage the wealth of data that is contained within Descartes’ solutions. Descartes Analytics uses Microsoft Power BI with Descartes standard integration, data models, dashboards and reporting templates. The solu...