We all know that computers are significant in today’s world, and its impact on the construction industry is no exception. Whether it is the computer systems that are being used to design projects or the machinery used to build them, computers are critical to the project’s success. For example, the days of designing sites using hand-drawings or blueprints are long gone, and that includes redlines of the blueprints which were replaced by As-Builts. Systems such as computer-aided designs (CAD) have taken the place of blueprints and become more sophisticated from year to year.

There are things you can do to extend the life of your GPS equipment. In this blog, some of our former operators turned engineers will share some advice based on their experiences for what you can do to help your machines stay operational longer. It's not always possible to purchase new equipment, so keeping your existing equipment working will require some forethought and action!

Milling machine manufacturers have developed technology that has enabled significant process improvements since the invention of the Roto-Mill in the mid-1970s. The amount of asphalt that a milling machine could cut during, let's say, two hours back in the 1980s compared to today is night and day. If you're still handling your paving jobs without the advanced machine technology, it's time to take your process to the next level, which will save you time and money!