Kobelco Launches Next-Gen Excavator

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KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA Inc. has launched the new SK350LC-11 to its line-up of construction machinery. This next-gen machine delivers superior performance, greater efficiency and more productivity like the other new -11 series machines introduced earlier this year. Since the 30-35 ton class machines are the main workhorse on most large jobsites, the new SK350LC-11 takes charge with industry-leading lifting power, superior swing and drawbar torque. The new 265 horsepower Isuzu TIER IV Final engine — as well as the redesigned larger boom cylinders — provide the power to lift trench boxes and heavy loads around the jobsite like never … Read more

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ECOPact Low-Carbon Concrete Big Step Toward Greener Building

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With the vision of leading the way to net-zero construction, Holcim developed ECOPact, combining innovative design with extensive research and development. Offering the industry’s broadest range of green concrete products, ECOPact delivers a low-carbon concrete solution without compromising on the performance the industry demands. ECOPact contains an innovative mix of supplementary cementitious materials and admixtures technology. Mix designs can be used in a variety of structural components: from foundations, columns and beams, to walls, driveways and walkways. It can be easily handled, pumped and finished like conventional concrete. In addition, the product was selected as the CONEXPO-CON/AGG Next Level Awards … Read more

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New Kansas City International Airport Terminal Brings Enhanced Air Travel Experience to Region

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In February, the first flights departed from the new single terminal at Missouri’s Kansas City International Airport, marking the end of a five-year development, design and construction effort and ushering in a new era of air travel in the region. The 1.1-million-square-foot, Design-Build project, was developed by Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate and constructed by a joint-venture team led by Clark Construction Group, and including The Weitz Company and Clarkson Construction Company. The new facility, which wholly replaces Kansas City’s existing terminal buildings, features two levels, one for departures and one for arrivals, with clear wayfinding and sightlines, as well … Read more

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Tunnel Boring Machine ‘Dorothy’ Achieves Milestone Breakthrough in England

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A milestone breakthrough of tunnel boring machine “Dorothy” was recently celebrated as the giant cutterhead broke through the wall of the Long Itchington Wood Tunnel south portal in Warwickshire (England). The general contractor on the project is Balfour Beatty VINCI. Launched in November 2022, the 2,000 ton TBM has completed its one-mile second bore, making it the first complete twin-bore tunnel on the High Speed 2 project. After completing the first bore of the tunnel in July 2022, the 125-meter-long TBM was dismantled and returned to the north portal where it was reassembled ready to start its second journey. Members … Read more

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Working with Tilt-Up Construction

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Safety best practices on the jobsite By Lester Hill Tilt-up construction is fast becoming the go-to method for almost all forms of industrial and commercial construction, from distribution centers, to schools, churches, libraries, retail centers and office buildings. However, it’s not without risks when compared with traditional methods of building. And when best practice controls are in place, risks can be minimized. The following tips can lay the groundwork for a safer process. 1. Lifting and erecting panels. Prior to commencement of panel erection, the contractor should ensure that detailed plans for lifting and erecting the panels are prepared under … Read more

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