Category: Technology
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Defining AI for Equipment Rental
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the most discussed technology today, in technology circles, businesses, and personal use. There is little doubt about its short- and long-term impact on just about everything we do. I equate its overall effect on how we live and work to be multiple times greater than the impact of the Internet, and…
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Acclaim Lighting Debuts Linear XTR H1™ LED Fixtures
Acclaim Lighting, an innovative and advanced lighting technology leader, introduces Linear XTR H1™. This precision-engineered all-weather linear fixture is the brightest Acclaim linear fixture to date and can achieve long runs up to 360 feet on a single driver (109m). Available in both 1’ and 4’ lengths, the linear fixture features a variety of colors, beam…
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Why Outdoor & Patio Living Has Become Essential Residential Space
American houses are shrinking while homeowner expectations keep growing. Census data shows that the median new-construction footprint has fallen by roughly 8 percent since its 2015 peak, yet surveys by the National Association of Home Builders indicate that more than three-quarters of buyers now rank a “usable outdoor room” among their top design priorities. Architects…
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Why Outdoor & Patio Living Has Become Essential Residential Space
American houses are shrinking while homeowner expectations keep growing. Census data shows that the median new-construction footprint has fallen by roughly 8 percent since its 2015 peak, yet surveys by the National Association of Home Builders indicate that more than three-quarters of buyers now rank a “usable outdoor room” among their top design priorities. Architects…
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Command Alkon Acquires Digital Fleet to Expand Fleet Management Capabilities
Command Alkon has acquired Digital Fleet, a company specializing in fleet management solutions for the heavy building materials industry. The acquisition includes Digital Fleet’s full product suite and team and marks an expansion of Command Alkon’s efforts to strengthen its technology offerings across logistics and operations. Digital Fleet, previously owned by Ozinga Ventures, brings experience…
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How Advanced Cleaning Tech Is Changing Industrial Spaces
Key Technologies in Commercial Cleaning Commercial cleaning is changing fast. New tech is making things cleaner and more efficient. Let’s look at some key technologies driving this change. UV-C Disinfection UV-C disinfection is becoming a big deal. It uses ultraviolet light to kill germs. This is great for places like offices and hospitals. It’s a…
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Home-grown tech for African construction
“My whole journey started changing when I first got introduced to drone technology in 2018,” he says. “I was just fascinated by how we could introduce this technology into the construction field. I registered my own company, Robotic Hover Holdings, and from then I’ve just been flying drones and learning how to create AI dashboards…
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CIM Program Names New Executive Director
The National Steering Committee (NSC) for the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program is proud to announce that Nicole Maher, the former chief operating officer at the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA), was appointed executive director on Jan. 22, 2025, succeeding Dr. Rex Cottle, who had led the NSC since July 2022.Maher brings extensive experience…
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Why Hoteliers Are Turning to AI and Augmented Reality
In today’s hospitality landscape, technology isn’t just a support function — it’s a strategic asset that’s transforming how hotel operators connect with guests and operate more efficiently. As an owner/ operator of 45 hotels across the U.S., we are witnessing an exciting evolution in hotel technology, and at the center of it all is artificial…
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John Von Bargen Helped Redefine Air Pollution Control
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Before compliance was a buzzword—before “sustainability” made headlines—John Von Bargen was rewriting the rulebook for American industry. As Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. (S&SE) accelerates toward its 25th anniversary, Von Bargen’s legacy remains the foundation of one of the world’s most trusted engineering firms in CleanAir Solutions™. A chemical engineer with zero patience for mediocrity, Von Bargen started…