GDA94 has updated to GDA2020
General InformationThe Geocentric Datum of Australia was adjusted on 1 January 2017.
This is to combat the movement of the tectonic plate on which Australia sits, more than 1.5m north-east since 1994. This movement creates discrepancies between local and global…
Overpass bridge replaced in 57 hours
General InformationAccording to a report by the Accelerated Bridge Construction University Transportation Center, in Florida, a bridge was replaced in just 57 hours. The bridge is the Route 30 bridge over Bessemer Avenue in Pennsylvania.
The project used accelerated…
The Internet of Things in Civil Construction
General InformationThe Internet of Things, or IoT, is the new buzz word used to describe how more and more things are connecting to the internet. Things like your fridge, your phone, washing machine and almost anything else you can think of.
This also includes…
Graders move into the mainstream
General InformationMotor graders traditionally have been used for finish grading, while the ‘heavy equipment’ took on the rough grading. However new technology is now allowing graders to be more versatile, cost effective and efficient.
Technology that enables…
Own the project lifecycle from design to construct
General InformationTake 3D designs from SketchUp to your GCS900 with the Trimble Site Contractor SketchUp Extension.
See how in the video below.
