Caterpillar Group President Tony Fassino Elected ARTBA Chair
(WASHINGTON, D.C.)—Anthony (Tony) D. Fassino, group president, Construction Industries, Caterpillar Inc., has been elected 2025-2026 chair of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). The announcement was made during ARTBA’s national convention, held Sept. 28-Oct. 1 in Dallas. Fassino, a 30-year company veteran, has extensive expertise in engineering, sales, product development, and operations across North America and Asia. Today, he is responsible for a global busine...
EDM Association Completes Acquisition of Assets of Object Management Group, Creating World’s Largest Data and Standards Community
New York/Boston – EDM Association, the global trade association for data management and technology standards, announces the successful completion of its acquisition of the assets of the Object Management Group® (OMG®), the open membership, not-for-profit technology consortium. This unites two organizations with complementary expertise, creating the world’s largest association for data, software, systems, and standards professionals. The acquisition strategically aligns OMG’s globally adopted...
Trane Pioneers Decarbonization Technology For Electrification Retrofit at New York City’s Largest Office Building
Landmark electrification retrofit project at 55 Water Street sets a new standard for energy efficiency and sustainability, leveraging thermal energy storage. DAVIDSON, N.C. – Trane ® – by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, announced a new portfolio of commercial HVAC solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of the built environment, including new electrification of heat technologies, advanced offerings for data centers, and redesigned solutions that help enhan...
ARTBA Foundation Celebrates Industry Leaders with 2025 Impact Awards
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Ben Lehr of Chen Moore and Associates and Jaime Franchi of the Long Island Contractors’ Association, Inc., were honored Sept. 29 with the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Foundation’s 2025 Leadership Impact Awards. The pair were recognized during a special awards lunch at ARTBA’s national convention in Irving, Texas. Winners are selected from the more than 850 professionals who have completed ARTBA's Industry Leader Development Program (ILDP),...
Topcon launches new organization dedicated to Geomatics
LIVERMORE, Calif. — Topcon Positioning Systems today announced the creation of a dedicated business structure focused on delivering high-precision technology, software, and services for geomatics. The new organization consolidates and expands Topcon’s portfolio of surveying, geospatial, and GIS solutions, while opening new pathways into emerging markets. The specialized division is an addition to the company structure, which includes established divisions dedicated to construction and agricult...
Flir and Extech Expand Test & Measurement Portfolio with New Tools for Plumbing, HVAC, Air Quality, and Water Testing
Flir, together with Extech Instruments, today announced the launch of several new products designed to give professionals smarter, faster, and more reliable ways to tackle inspections, diagnostics, and environmental testing. From underground plumbing inspections to refrigerant leak detection and air and water quality analysis, these new solutions extend Flir and Extech’s commitment to delivering rugged, accurate, and user-friendly tools for professionals across industries. Smarter Undergro...
Brown and Caldwell Receives National Project Excellence Award from the Water Environment Federation
King County (WA) West Point Treatment Plant project honored for innovative power system that protects public health and water quality WALNUT CREEK, Calif.– Brown and Caldwell, a purpose-driven engineering consulting firm creating and delivering water and environmental solutions throughout North America and the Pacific, received the Water Environment Federation (WEF) Project Excellence Award for the King County, Washington, Power Quality Improvement Project at West Point Treatment Plant (WPTP)...
Introducing the Leica TS20 robotic total station with edge AI: Elevating everyday productivity even in the toughest conditions
Accurate, precise, reliable: The Leica TS20 embodies decades of industry-leading expertise in measurement technologies delivering precision and accuracy surveyors can rely on even in demanding conditions. AI-powered automation: Powered by advanced edge AI, the TS20 advances automation in surveying, actively minimising common mistakes and empowering professionals to work smarter and faster with confidence while ensuring data privacy. Seamless connectivity, enhanced security: Designed f...
NWPX Park Highlights its PumpTrooper® Lift Stations
Automated, Prefabricated Lift Stations Delivering Rapid Installation, Reliable Operation, and Cost-Effective Water Management NWPX Park, a division of NWPX Infrastructure, is a global leader in the design and construction of innovative water utilities and environmental solutions, and is proud to highlight its PumpTrooper® Lift Stations, an advanced and comprehensive solution for wastewater and stormwater conveyance across diverse industries. Delivered as a fully integrated and automated...
4Rivers Equipment Named Newest Trimble Technology Outlet
John Deere Dealer Now Providing Trimble Technology to Customers Across Colorado, New Mexico and Parts of Texas WESTMINSTER, Colo., October 2, 2025 — Trimble® today announced Greeley, Colorado-based 4Rivers Equipment as the newest Trimble Technology Outlet. 4Rivers will now sell Trimble grade control, site positioning systems and correction services technology directly to customers using John Deere construction equipment. Trimble technology from 4Rivers includes the Trimble Works Subscription ...