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Smooth Operators
What does it take to be a smooth operator in today’s world of advanced heavy equipment? Operators work with machines that are increasingly outfitted with impressive equipment and instrumentation, from laser- and robotic- to GPS-guided indicate and automated systems.
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Machine Management
Construction machines are costly--to acquire, operate, maintain and even to manage. Use the wrong machine for the job, run one past its scheduled service hours, misdiagnose a series of similar failures, rent a machine out only to have it misused, unused or sitting onsite with its engine idling… and you’ve got problems. Machine monitoring and remote management help solve some of these problems.
by Joseph V.R. Paiva PLS, PE, PhD
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Editor's View: Making Do—Safely
Everywhere I turn, I’m hearing more about economic pressures forcing people and businesses to cut back. Many are saying that it’s time to return to the thrifty lifestyles of those who survived the Great Depression. This reminds me of my grandmother, who was known for saying, “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”
by Kimberly Jensen
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Alternate Routes: A Supersized Sandbox
If you’re having a rough day or think your job isn’t fun, consider this: Some people would pay cold, hard cash to trade places with you. Don’t believe it? Head to Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and see for yourself.
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Virtual Stringline: Opportunities in Data Prep
With
the economy arguably in its worst condition in American history, many companies
are reaching out for new sources of revenue in related fields, such as data
prep. As a result, you may have noticed more start-up data prep companies are
being formed
by Harry O. Ward , PE
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