U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Increased Flexibility to Help Transit Agencies Respond to Coronavirus
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced that expanded eligibility of federal assistance is available under FTA’s Emergency Relief Program to help transit agencies respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19) in states where the Governor has declared an emergency. This includes allowing all transit providers, including those in large urban areas, to use federal formula funds for emergency-related capital and operating expenses, and raises...
Teleste to provide on-board solution to Alstom’s Avelia Horizon very high-speed trains in France
Alstom has selected Teleste’s on-board solution for the company’s next-generation very high-speed trains, designed for the French national railway operator SNCF Mobilités. TURKU, FINLAND – Teleste Corporation will provide the on-board solution to Alstom’s very high-speed trains, which will be delivered to the French national railway operator SNCF Mobilités. With the deployments starting in 2021, Alstom’s order covers the equipment of 50 double-decker very high-speed trains and includes a furt...
BI2020 is moving to August 16-19, 2020 Register Now
NEW DATES: August 16-19, 2020 The leadership of the National Institute of Building Sciences has made the decision to move the Building Innovation Conference scheduled for April 6-9, 2020, to later in the year. This change was required after thorough review of the growing challenges related to COVID-19. The health and safety of our members, attendees and staff is our top priority. Register Now ABOUT BI2020 There is no other place where everyone who impacts the built environment comes to...
Leica Geosystems, Hidromek integrate machine control solutions for graders
(HEERBRUGG, SWITZERLAND) – Leica Geosystems, a Hexagon company, announced today its Leica Ready machine control kits will now be offered on Hidromek motor graders, a globally known manufacturer of construction machinery. The Hidromek Grader HMK600MG will now be supported with a new cable kit for the Leica iCON iGG2, iGG3 and iGG4 machine control solutions for motor grader guidance. The new integration, with no hydraulic kit needed, improves the working efficiency and productivity of grader o...
Leica Geosystems, Zoomlion integrate machine control solutions to advance heavy construction industry
(HEERBRUGG, SWITZERLAND) – Leica Geosystems, a Hexagon company, announced today it is entering into a working relationship with Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of major high-tech equipment in the areas of engineering and agricultural industry, to develop integrated 2D and 3D machine control and guidance systems. The relationship will begin with supporting the Zoomlion Badger 215G excavator with Leica Geosystems machine control solutions for excavator gui...
Leica Geosystems, John Deere integrate machine control solutions for dozers
(HEERBRUGG, Switzerland) – Leica Geosystems, a Hexagon company, announced today its Leica Ready machine control kits will now be offered on crawler dozers by John Deere, a world leader in providing advanced construction products and services. The John Deere Crawler Dozer Series 700-750-850 L Series will now be supported with a new cable kit for the Leica iCON iGD4SP, iGD2 and iGD3 machine control solutions for bulldozer grading. The kit consists of all parts for a seamless installation of mac...
USDOT Announces $5 Million for Flood-Damaged Roads and Bridges in Alabama
WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the availability of $5 million in “quick release” Emergency Relief (ER) funds to help repair roads and bridges damaged by floods in Alabama. “This $5 million in emergency relief funding will help communities in Alabama rebuild critical highways that residents rely upon for daily travel,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. Beginning February 1, Alabama suffered significant rainfall statewide. Subseq...
Leica Geosystems, JCB integrate machine control solutions for excavators
Leica Geosystems, a Hexagon company, announced today its Leica Ready machine control kits will now be offered on excavators by JCB (HEERBRUGG, Switzerland) – Leica Geosystems, a Hexagon company, announced today its Leica Ready machine control kits will now be offered on excavators by JCB, an equipment manufacturer for construction, agriculture, waste handling and demolition. The JCB generation X Excavator 131X, 140X, 150X and 220X will now be supported with a new cable kit for the...
IECA Recognizes Leaders at the 2020 Annual Conference Awards Luncheon
Denver, CO – The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) Region One announced winners for its environmental excellence awards at the 2020 IECA Annual Conference and Expo in February. The environmental excellence, outstanding professional of the year and sustained contributor awards recognize outstanding achievements in the erosion and sediment control and stormwater management industry. In addition, IECA recognized an outstanding sustained partner, three young professionals under the...
Bentley Systems, Microsoft and Schneider Electric Re-Imagine Future Workplaces with Sensors, Sustainability, IOT and AI
In collaboration with Bentley Systems and Schneider Electric, Microsoft has rolled out a digital twin of its new regional headquarters at Frasers Tower in Singapore, offering a living blueprint for the future of smart buildings. “The workplace of the future is about embracing innovation into the very fabric of our space, so that we create multiple touchpoints of connectivity, are intentionally inclusive and accessible, while being very mindful of sustainability and the environment. At Frasers...
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