Hilti Introduces Smart Fasteners to Simplify Identification, Documentation of Anchor Installations

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Hilti has launched connected “smart” fasteners, enabling unique identification and digital documentation on the jobsite. Documenting every anchor, screw and bolt installed by hand can be time consuming and inefficient. Hilti’s exclusive Tracefast technology provides contractors with an easy-to-use, more productive solution. A data matrix code makes every fastener uniquely identifiable and traceable. Simply use the Hilti Connect App, scan the code with your smartphone and view installed fastener details. Tracefast leverages IoT and provides a new level of control and digital access to relevant setting instructions, training and inspection documents and certifications.

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EarthCam Software Updates Feature Continuous Video Recording for Better Jobsite Security

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EarthCam released an update to its Control Center 8 Software-as-a-Service suite that supports advanced jobsite security. The latest version, 8.6, features EarthCam’s Edge Video Recorder, a powerful security solution that goes beyond event-based recording. It offers HD continuous video recording with up to 120 days of retention and secure 256 bit AES encryption. An intuitive, visual timeline interface makes access to recorded video fast and simple on a smartphone, tablet or computer from any location. Footage can be reviewed quickly and incidents are easily shareable with security response personnel. Additional benefits include the implementation of low-latency, full-duplex WebSockets for Pan-Tilt-Zoom … Read more

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Success for Balfour Beatty JV as Britain’s Biggest Road Project to Open Early

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Britain’s biggest road project – the A14 – is set to open to drivers more than half a year early. The A14 joint-venture delivery team is comprised of Balfour Beatty, Costain and Skanska working on behalf of Highways England. The £1.5-billion scheme is designed to improve journeys between the East of England and the Midlands. Works commenced in November 2016 and, with a previous completion date of winter 2020, is now due to open six months early in spring 2020. To open the scheme early, the integrated delivery team focused on innovative and sustainable construction methods. With the use of … Read more

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Final Building of Kraków High5ive Complex Under Construction

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The third phase of the High5ive office complex, located in Kraków, Poland, is underway. The final building with an area of over 11,000 square meters will be the first Skanska office building in Kraków with a WELL certificate, awarded to healthy and comfortable workplaces. High5ive is the vibrant business heart of Kraków. The offices are located in the best-connected part of the city – right next to the Main Railway Station, Galeria Krakowska and in the vicinity of universities. Once the last building is complete, the entire complex, whose construction began in March 2016, will offer a total of 70,000 … Read more

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A Chat with Brendan Kenny, Superintendent at Robins & Morton

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By Chris Maday Schmidt Brendan Kenny, superintendent, began his career with Robins & Morton in 2006 after graduating from East Tennessee State University with his bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering. His first project as a field engineer was Levine Children’s Hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina. In 2007, Kenny moved to Huntsville, Alabama, where he would advance to become a key leader in many projects including major healthcare facility renovations and new medical office buildings. Join Construction Superintendent as Kenny talks about the challenges and changes he’s experienced with medical construction, safety and sustainability in the field and insights for the … Read more

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