The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District has awarded Pittsburgh-based joint venture Trumbull-Brayman Construction Corp.(TBJV) a contract for a new concrete lock chamber at Montgomery Locks and Dam in Monaca, Pa., along the Ohio River. TBJV has tapped the long-standing USACE custom plant team from Texas, EquipPro and its Con-Cool division for a complete temperature controlled concrete production machinery package. Structural, mechanical and electrical engineering is being provided by EquipPro sister design firm PA-PO Industrial Systems.
EquipPro and Con-Cool will supply a customized USACE batching and mixing plant featuring two NitroMix high-intensity 10-yd. mixers. The team has likewise been selected to supply custom designed aggregate feedstock, aggregate washing, aggregate wet belt chiller system, water chillers, sand chiller, aggregate re-screen machinery and individual weigh batching equipment, plus bulk powder systems for silica fume, lime, slag cement, fly ash, and portland cement for both conventionally vibrated and roller compacted concrete mixes.
Caterpillar Inc. has kicked off 100th anniversary observances rooted in the April 15, 1925 merger of Holt Manufacturing Co. and C.L. Best Tractor Co. to form the charter Caterpillar Tractor Co. business. From the company’s first track-type tractor designed to pull combine harvesters in northern California to autonomous construction and mining equipment and engines that power the world today, Caterpillar iron, products and services have helped deliver infrastructure projects shaping the modern world. Additional insight on the manufacturer’s milestone is provided at www.caterpillar.com/100.
“Our success over the last 100 years is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees, the continued trust of our customers and the support of dealers and business partners,” says Caterpillar Chairman Jim Umpleby. “I am proud to lead such a strong team, and confident Caterpillar will continue to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world over the next 100 years.”
Daimler Truck North America has appointed Chris Backeberg as president of Daimler Trucks Remarketing. He will oversee all aspects of DTNA used truck operations, including development of the SelecTrucks premium used truck brand and retail network spanning corporate-owned or dealer-licensed stores. Management views the role as crucial for the overall success of Freightliner and Western Star market share and residual values. Backeberg’s responsibilities will encompass strategic fleet deal involvement for used truck trade and residual commitments, risk portfolio and inventory management, pricing, warranty, training, marketing, and a multi-channel sales strategy.
Mack Trucks recently announced the use of artificial intelligence technology for adaptive maintenance as part of the Premium Service Contract, programmed to increase customer uptime, return on investment and improve service for small- and medium-sized fleets.
Through AI, maintenance service intervals are automatically adjusted dynamically by reviewing data such as fuel and oil usage, engine hours and idle time. The result is an optimized maintenance schedule tailored to the customer’s operations and actual data. Customers can pursue maintenance when needed—not too early and not too late.
“Utilizing AI, which constantly consumes connected customer data, we are able to adjust in real-time maintenance schedules and needs best for the truck and our customers’ operations,” says Mack Trucks North America President Jonathan Randall. “Adaptive maintenance, including time-based or mile-based engine hours, triggers the dealer to schedule maintenance at the appropriate time, reducing downtime.”
“When AI detects that the truck needs to receive a valve adjustment at 150,000 miles and an oil change at 120,000 miles, the truck is serviced at 120,000 miles to reduce an additional stop,” adds Director of Contract Services and Business Technology Solutions Mike Furst.
RapidWorks, Boston-based provider of software solutions for heavy construction equipment companies, has acquired FleetCommand, a premier Software-as-a-Service solution focused on fleet maintenance. The strategic transaction aligns with RapidWorks’ mission to deliver integrated, seamless, quote-to-cash solutions that drive greater utilization and profitability for customers in construction and heavy equipment service.
Effective, well-managed fleet maintenance is a key factor in driving greater equipment utilization and profitability, RapidWorks contends, noting that “FleetCommand brings a robust, purpose-built solution focused on fleet maintenance and will integrate seamlessly with RapidWorks’ suite of tools, automating critical workflows and making it easier for customers to manage both preventative and reactive maintenance programs.”
SOFTWARE GIANT MARKS SECURITY MILESTONE
The Nemetschek Group, a leading global provider of software solutions for architecture, engineering and construction users, has attained enterprise-wide ISO 27001 certification. It covers the development, implementation, and maintenance of software solutions across the AEC and project operations lifecycle, underscoring management’s dedication to maintaining the highest standards of information security and ensuring the protection of its data.
ISO 27001 is an internationally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems. Achieving this certification signifies that Nemetschek has implemented information security in a robust manner to manage and protect sensitive records, reduce risks of cyber threats, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations globally. The ISO certification covers all brands in the Nemetschek Group, except for the recently acquired company GoCanvas. In addition to the comprehensive coverage element, the certification indicates:
- Commitment to client trust. By adhering to the ISO 27001 standard, Nemetschek ensures that its clients’ sensitive information, intellectual property, and personal identifiable information are protected by a rigorous framework designed to prevent data breaches and unauthorized access.
- Continuous improvement. The certification process included a thorough internal organization audit. It confirmed the company’s dedication to continuously improving its information security management systems to stay ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
“We are proud to have achieved ISO 27001 certification across the Group,” says Nemetschek Chief Financial Officer Louise Öfverström. “This milestone underscores our commitment to not only providing innovative software solutions but also safeguarding the critical information entrusted to us. The certification assures our clients that we take their security seriously and meet the highest international standards.”