Product: BASF Integrated Durability-Sustainability Wizard by BASF Corporation WINNER

Booth: S10139
Online Resource for Developing Sustainability Specification for Concrete Construction

Description: The BASF Integrated Durability-Sustainability Wizard utilizes project information to provide recommendations on concrete admixture products and technologies that address specific code durability requirements and sustainability requirements. The Wizard is a versatile, user-friendly Microsoft Excel-based tool with a wide number of useful features. Users input information such as exposure conditions and simple details describing the project or structure. The Wizard then provides useful design outputs that include concrete mixture parameters that meet code requirements, options for on-demand CSI-format specification generation and sustainable concrete technologies that can help maximize LEED points.

Concrete producers and concrete contractors can use the “BIDS” Wizard to work with architects, engineers, specifiers and owners during the planning and design phases of concrete structures. The “BIDS” Wizard is an easy-to-use electronic resource to obtain code requirements for concrete based on a few simple inputs.

Engineers, producers and contractors can use the “BIDS” Wizard to generate specifications. Based on inputs, a specification document is automatically prepared in the industry standard format. Engineers than can easily copy and paste the standard into the project specifications. The “BIDS” Wizard also has a “LEED Calculator” that generates documentation for concrete mixtures in the required formats for LEED projects, promoting easy submittal of the information. Finally, the “BIDS” Wizard provides very copious amounts of information on how concrete technologies can foster sustainable construction. User can learn how to earn LEED credit options that can potentially contribute to the project. The Wizard uses videos, web links, and other educational resources to instruct engineers, producers and contractors on and other benefits of the technology that promote sustainable concrete construction.   

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Product: Tekla BIMsight    EXPERTS' CHOICE WINNER

Booth: C4637
Software Application for Project Collaboration 

Description: Tekla BIMsight is a BIM software application for model-based construction project cooperation. Contractors, engineers and owners can use this tool for project collaboration since it includes all the necessary information to manage a construction project – from design to erection and site management. Tekla BIMsight is available free of charge for anyone to install and start using from the Internet. This easy-to-access application presents the complete construction project including all necessary building information from different construction disciplines.  Tekla BIMsight enables project stakeholders to identify and solve problematic issues in the design phase before actual construction. Tekla BIMsight allows combining, viewing and clash checking modeled building information created with any BIM software. And Tekla BIMsight makes it easy to compare data from any project participant and spot possible errors already in the planning and design phase.

 www.tekla.com

Description: The ConcreteCalc Pro for your Android Smartphone has all the functionality and ease of use found in the handheld ConcreteCalc Pro calculator. Designed specifically for the concrete and masonry construction industry, both products help contractors reduce material waste, improve design accuracy, prevent re-work and cut estimating time. ConcreteCalc Pro for Android Smartphones has features that increase efficiency in the field and in the office by providing fast, accurate solutions for calculation of common concrete construction questions. Some of these applications include square-ups, loads, area, volume, rebar quantity, drops and stairs. There is even a feature that allows contractors to determine the number of bag product required for small jobs.  

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Description: FOUNDATION mobile, a new mobile application for FOUNDATION for Windows, allows contractors to streamline the flow of timecard and job data between the field and the office.  As a web-based application created for use on handheld devices, the application runs through the device’s browser. Users can run the application on any device with internet access such as:  smart phones (Droids, iPhones, and Blackberrys),  iPads, Tablets, netbooks, and ruggedized laptops.

FOUNDATION mobile’s most convenient features is its offline capability. Field employees working at remote jobsite locations can enter data, even while out of range of their service coverage.  The application data saves the input information to a temporary database and syncs it to the office once users re-enter a service area. This feature creates a seamless transfer of information and ensures that payroll data is current and up-to-date. 

Field employees can quickly master FOUNDATION mobile. The application features easy to operate intuitive date entry screens. The icons are simple to understand and the navigation is user-friendly. Contractors can quickly enter, proof, and send data back to the office. 

This application on remote time and equipment entry application is the first to be released on FOUNDATION mobile. Future releases will include applications for service and inventory.

 www.foundationsoft.com

Product: JobClock Hornet by ExakTime  EDITORS' CHOICE WINNER
Booth: C4063
Rugged Time Clock Transfers Payroll Data Automatically

Description: JobClock Hornet is the next line in a series of ExakTime’s JobClocks. JobClock Hornet is the first completely wireless, rugged time clock that automatically sends time records, every hour, from remote worksites back to the office using advanced GSM cellular technology. Hornet allows contractors to eliminate their antiquated method of paper record keeping, by providing a completely wireless time clock solution.

With Hornet managers can frequently review time records from their desks throughout the day. They can make accurate business decisions based on real-time information, keeping their remote crews at peak efficiency while cutting down expenses in payroll, workers’ comp and fuel.

Hornet’s battery lasts 30 days and is ideal installation at remote sites. A convenient carrying handle and integrated mounting plate make it easy to attach at any worksite. The device is securely enclosed in rugged ABS housing that is designed and built to survive harsh, outdoor conditions.

Hornet is simple to use. Workers simply touch small, colored keytabs to the clock to punch in and out. The clock then instantly tracks work as it happens, delivering 100% accurate records automatically.

Bookkeepers can export Hornet’s attendance records in seconds from the JobClock system to QuickBooks or 40 other accounting and payroll applications, eliminating all manual data entry back in the office. 

 www.exaktime.com

Product: Mobile Data Collection Suite by AboutTime Technologies LLC 
Booth: C4463
Suite of Field Data Collection Tools to Increase Contractor Efficiency

Description: Mobile Data Collection Suite from About Time Technologies LLC allows devices to stream field data directly into a contractor’s software systems for job and project cost reporting. AboutTime then feeds all of this accurate field data into the accounting and payroll system for a complete end to end solution.  This new application eliminates cumbersome time sheets and daily logs with a scalable mobile resource management solution.

AboutTime not only streamlines the collection and processing of payroll hours, but also provides the client’s business with powerful real-time visibility of other KPI’s including labor budgets, production units, job costs and percent complete results.

The AboutTime solution engages all the latest technology including GPS location logging, biometric fingerprint authentication, automatic weather reporting, project photo’s, voice and text notes, equipment use, equipment assignment history, and production units.  AboutTime's proprietary field data analytics tools, reports and visual dashboards provides managers with complete visibility of their overall job and project progress each day and as things happen. AboutTime can also connect the information with the contractor’s enterprise accounting systems that help to eliminate most double entry providing a more seamless process for a contractor’s entire management team including system managers, project managers, payroll staff and administrators.

 www.AboutTimeTech.com

Product: ProContractorMX by Maxwell Systems
Booth: C4375
All-in-One Concrete Construction Software

Description: First introduced to concrete and mason contractors two years ago, Maxwell Systems’ ProContractorMX continues to improve its offerings. The system provides concrete construction business owners a single solution for estimating, job cost accounting, and project management. The all-in-one construction management software solution is built from the ground up on Microsoft’s latest technology (Microsoft .NET platform and SQL Server). The system allows seamless workflow across applications for increased productivity and optimal profitability on every project. 

www.maxwellsystems.com
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Spectrum delivers a new standard in total cost of ownership because running in a browser simplifies IT infrastructure and reduces costs. The client saves time and money on setup, hardware, and internal support. There additional savings as workstation requirements are low since all processing occurs on the server. Spectrum eliminates the need for third-party software and additional hardware that other programs require to run on the Internet.

Dexter + Chaney can deliver the full features of Spectrum in a fully hosted environment, eliminating the need for new hardware, installation, and software updates. Hosted clients enjoy data security, high performance, ease of operation, lower ongoing costs, and reliable disaster recovery for one low monthly fee. Users will be able to access the full features of Spectrum from anywhere using virtually any device with a web browser.

This release will be available in early 2012 as a completely web-based system.

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Dexter + Chaney offers Venture as a hosted solution. Users just open a browser to get started. Combine this with Venture’s ease-of-use and project team connection is just a click away. Venture provides the tools to put contractors in control of critical workflow. Venture software is built on The Collaboration Network using leading-edge technology to combine vital project team functions and enable effective communication.

The software streamlines the bid process. Managers can monitor each step, beginning with the invitation to email opens, replies, document views, file downloads and bid responses. User can bid faster with the real time tracking of responses and of document usage. The easy process can build better project teams.

Venture’s Document Depot feature lets users upload document files in a single step, and easily copy an entire folder tree for a project, including all document files. Venture automatically tracks changes and new versions of each file. Invited participants access only the most recent version while project management has a complete audit of all file access, edits and mark-ups. Venture will even notify team members of revisions.

www.dexterchaney.com

Product: Consep Hoist by Consep Pty Ltd 
Booth: C6622
Self-Climbing Hoists Speeds Construction and Reduces Site Costs

Description: The Consep Hoist was initially developed for the transport of formwork in the high rise construction industry. Deployed on most of the major Australian high rise construction projects, contractors have come to recognize the unit as a versatile and robust materials handling solution. This product is now available worldwide, and is fully compliant to US and other international standards and requirements.

The Consep Hoist is a time-saving piece of equipment. It allows form workers and other trades the freedom to work independently to the site crane. And the Consep Hoist is designed for operation in all weather conditions with a fully interlocked car and landing gates for safety, and servicing up to 10 levels. This feature drastically reduces costs that can result from wind or wet weather delays.

The Consep Hoist self-climbs the structure, using its own drive motor as construction progresses. Typically the Consep Hoist is mounted on the structure’s external face, where it can be utilized as a movable crane landing platform. But the hoist can also be mounted internally through penetrations, providing access from two sides. The Consep Hoist is not ground mounted. Contractors can complete the normal closure of the facia or penetrations below the hoist.

www.consep.com.au 

Product: CRT 60-66K Hydraulic Ride-on Trowel by Wacker Neuson Corporation
Booth: O31708
3 New Design Innovations Makes this Powerful Ride-on Trowel Perfect for Large Project

Description: The CRT 60-66K is the industry’s first ride-on trowel that combines the high performance of a hydraulic drive unit with an electro-hydraulic steering system. This new design makes operation more comfortable and the trowel more responsive to the operator’s commands. The fully hydraulic drive unit offers exceptionally high rotor speed for extra finishing power making the CRT 60-66K the ideal machine for large jobs.

The CRT 60-66K has three new patent-pending innovations. First the new two mode steering system allows the operators to select the response of the joysticks to meet their preference and best suit the concrete conditions.

The second patent-pending feature is the engine power regulation system. Similar to an automatic transmission on a car, a computer controller constantly monitors the engine speed ands adjust hydraulic load. The power regulation allows the trowel to seamlessly run at optimal engine and blade speed for maximum input to the concrete. 

A third patent-pending feature is a built-in hydraulic wheel kit. This feature enables the operator to easily raise the machine on the front and back wheels. For the first time, operators can change blades or install pans without the need of a forklift or crane, making this task a one-person job.  The wheels also make it easier for movement around areas of the job site and the shop.  There is also an exclusive electronic cruise control provides a more consistent speed. The speed is easily set when the operator simply holds the pedal at the required speed and tapping the button to set. 

www.wackerneuson.com

Product: Cyclone-Cy-61 by Gunite Supply and Equipment
Booth: S12439
A Dry Mix Production Unit for Bridge Repair

Description: The Cyclone model CY-61 is a low to high production, continuous-feed material placement unit for dry-mix gunite. It features a premium-life feed system, molded discharge liner and exhaust suppression chamber. All units are supplied with air line regulating valves, choice of low, medium or high production feed system and short premix hopper assembly.

Traditionally these units had been used for commercial construction projects, including swimming pools, and concrete resurfacing. But concrete contractors are increasingly using the Cyclone-Cy-61 on bridge repair projects.

Across the country, many state departments of transportation officials have recognized the effectiveness of uses gunite as an effective repair and new construction technique. Approved contractors have used gunite produced by the CY-61 on projects such repairing or constructing retaining walls, relining underground tunnels and sewers, and replacing removed concrete on piers and columns.

The CY-61 provides contractors a complete production plant that performs in open spaces as well as confined work areas. The unit has the mobility and power to meet the demands of many applications. The assembly is rugged and reliable to withstand even the harshest working conditions. 

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Product: EQ400T by EcoQuip Inc.
Booth: O31668
High Performance Vapor Abrasive Blast System  

Description: EcoQuip's EQ400T is designed to help contractors take on the toughest blast applications with unsurpassed reliability. Featuring high-grade components, this mobile, heavy-duty, high-production unit efficiently vapor-blasts surfaces using conventional media. It can operate in ranges from 30-140 psi. The EQ400T has the ability to blast at or above conventional blast production rates, while using a fraction (usually 1/10) of the media consumption. The unit does this, while suppressing up to 97% of the dust.

The unit is fully self-contained. Contractors can opt for either a 375 or 400 cfm air compressor. The compressor is mounted on a tandem axle trailer that also contains an integral 125-gallon water tank, a galvanized Schmidt/Axxiom blast pot, and all necessary plumbing and components. The easy-to-use controls, enclosed in a stainless steel panel, are located on the curb-side providing operator safety and convenience. 

The EQ400T comes standard with 50-feet of blast hose, pneumatic dead man control, and a #8 blast nozzle. An electric dead man control is available as an option, for blast hose lengths greater than 150-feet. The manufacturer provides operator’s manuals as a standard feature with each unit as well as unmatched customer service and support.
EcoQuip is ISO 9001:2008 compliant in manufacturing.

www.ecoquip.com

Product: EWOC by Construction Midwest   WINNER   
Booth: O31554
Versatile Job Site Concrete Washout Unit

Description: The EWOC is a revolutionary, environmentally friendly concrete washout container. Contractors can efficiently clean concrete tools and equipment such as concrete truck chutes, power buggies, mortar mixers, screeds, and hand tools and be in compliance of local water discharge regulations.

The EWOC provide an innovative approach to meeting ever more stringent job site regulations. It is properly sized, versatile and recycles concrete wash water. Contractors benefit from the units’ use as it qualifies as best environmental practice that significantly reduces project material disposal cost and minimizes labor time on clean-up. And by using the unit, contractors eliminate the risk of civil penalties by complying with most local concrete washout mandates.

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Product: Trimble Field Link for Structures by Trimble Building Construction   EDITORS' CHOICE WINNER 
Booth: C4851
Linking BIM with Real Time Job Site Information

Description: Trimble’s Field Link for Structures enables contractors to more effectively integrate with new and more advanced BIM workflows, improve field reporting, and expand their field PC platforms. Trimble Field Link runs on a Trimble Tablet PC Windows 7 Operating System with WIFI and Bluetooth. This platform lets contractors communicate information quickly, accurately, and remotely. Trimble Field Link is unique to the industry and offers capabilities that no other product can offer today.

To take advantage of BIM, Trimble Field Link can accept field layout data directly from a variety of BIM software tools. Field crews can use Trimble Field Link’s 3D model viewer to navigate and visualize the 3D model in the field to verify design intent and identify potential conflict. 

The Field Link improves reports from the job site with two features. The system incorporates simple and unique reports such as the Field Report and the Daily Layout with which managers can monitor a project’s status in real time.

The Field Report is very robust. For example, users can supplement RFI's, communicate safety issues, and complement inspection procedures. Staff can also quickly update a project’s status by submitting a text description, area photos of the area, and a total station measurement position to identify the location in the model. 

The Daily Layout Summary is a calendar based report to very accurately report field layout productivity in points/hr, points/day, and % accuracy based on user defined tolerance.  This report can be used to look at historical data but can also be a valuable predictor of future capability.

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Product: Millimeter GPS with LazerZone for Concrete Pavers by Topcon Positioning Systems Inc.
Booth: C5070
Eliminates Stringlines on Paving Projects

Description: Topcon has adopted its Millimeter GPS with Lazer Zone grade technology for concrete paving. The system works existing Topcon GPS+ systems, providing high accuracy grade reference on the entire paving project. Contractors can eliminates string-line as the system provides precise vertical measurement for multiple machines and grade checkers. Using the system contractors can pave transitions, even through horizontal and vertical curves.

www.topconpositioning.com

Product: Perfect Form and Concrete Sprayer by Nox-Crete Products Group
Booth: S10719
Efficient, Durable Sprayer Designed for Concrete Construction

Description: Nox-Crete’s Perfect Form and Concrete Sprayer is a versatile application tool. With the proper selected tip, the sprayer can apply a wide array of commonly used concrete construction fluids including: cures and sealers, water repellant sealers, form release agents, liquid floor hardeners, and tilt-up cures and bondbreakers.

The Sprayer’s standard features include a stainless steel tank with a 3.0 gallon capacity; a brass wand, trigger valve and pump, a tank mounted air pressure gauge, and a backpack style carrying strap. Designed for long-life the sprayer’s hose, seals and gaskets are chemically resistant. The unit has anti-plugging feature – a high-capacity, 100 mesh filter, located inside trigger valve. For more demanding applications, the sprayer’s manufacturer, offers several options. These include: a wand mounted liquid pressure regulator with pressure gauge; an air compressor fill valve to pressurize tank to 90 psi; a 24-inch wand extension, and a wide selection of spray tips.

www.nox-crete.com

Product: S-840 Laser Screed by Somero Enterprises    EXPERTS' CHOICE WINNER 
Booth: C5022
Ride-on Screed Provides Floor Flatness Quality and Productivity

Description: The S-840 is a 4-wheel, ride-on small Laser Screed. The new S-840’s design incorporates proven Somero technology. Contractors have reported achieving higher FL numbers with the S-840 when compared to other mechanical methods. And the S-840 provides contractors improved productivity as well. Contractors can screed up to a rate of 5,000 square feet per hour. One reason for this improved on slab quality is the S-840’s customized leading edge laser control system. The system allows faster elevation and SLS response. The unit features also include proportional valving and live calibration.

The S-840 has three interchangeable head options. The Concrete Leveling Head option allows contractors to choose between a 6' or 8' head option to increase productivity with a new auger offset also increases productivity. The Raking Head, available in either a 6' or 8' head option, rake more concrete in less time with a single operator. And Contractors can use the Sub-Grade Head to fine grade the slab’s sub-base, using a 3-D profiler system. A more accurate final grade can improve concrete yields by avoiding using excess concrete on the job thus increasing contractor profit.

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Product: Supercap by LATICRETE SUPERCAP, LLC    EXPERTS' CHOICE WINNER 
Booth: S10615
Onsite Mixing, Pumping and Placement of Underlayment Material

Description: By combining the power of the on-site mixing with the next generation of self-leveling materials, Laticrete Supercap LLC has created the Supercap system. This revolutionary method of finishing concrete saves time and reduces job costs for concrete contractors. Material is now delivered quickly and efficiently, directly from the mixer, to the hose and to the floor on large-scale surface preparation and remediation projects.

The system combines two proven technologies. Latricrete Supercap is a well-respected, time-saving, cost-effective material used for placing new floors or capping existing slabs. Laticrete Supercap is a low- alkali, self-leveling, cement-based technology. The system can be used to help earn LEED points and is GREENGUARD certified.

The second part of the Supercap system is the newly designed Pump Truck. Now, contractors can batch, mix, pump, and place their underlayment. The trucks feature a computer-controlled mobile blending unit. Operators can custom mix their material on each pour to ensure good workability. The pump truck operator batches the material and feeds mixture into the truck’s pump. The pump is rated to continuously deliver up to 15 tons of material per hour to the most pour locations.

www.laticretesupercap.com