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Trends and Tidbits Continued from page 15 Adapting to Changing Conditions One challenge construction crews run into is changing jobsite conditions. Paving contractors know this all too well. "In working closely with pav- ing contractors from all over the globe, we heard a consis- tent theme," said Matt Michel, senior vice president of Metal Forms. "Paving contractors need a machine that will stand up to the rigorous demands of their projects, and also be capable of meeting the strict concrete consolidation specs demanded by owners." The problem is that many projects require different vibrator spacing and output depending on owner speci- fications. This is why Metal Forms has developed a roll- er screed that incorporates hydraulic vibrators, which Michel said makes it easy to adjust spacing. Additionally, the display allows operators to monitor vibrator output and depth as they work, helping to ensure proper consolidation. Mobile generators, one of the unsung heroes on a construc- tion site, also are impacted by changing jobsite conditions. Power demands vary through- out the day, which results in frequent periods when a generator isn't running at opti- mum capacity. Echo Industrial Power Equip- ment has developed Smart Emissions Technology (S.E.T.) to combat this problem and keep jobsites humming along. "S.E.T. adds a small electrical load to the generator during light and underloaded oper- ating conditions," said Ryan Fredrickson, senior product marketing manager of Echo IPE. "This assures that the generator and emission control equipment run efficiently at proper operating temperature." Smarter Jobsite Safety Systems When construction crews are really feeling the pressure, it's crucial to take a breath and reinforce the importance of following jobsite safety protocols. It's also advanta- geous to give crews a helping hand by deploying some of the latest safety tech to job sites. Trends and Tidbits continued on pg 19 pic 17 IDA Universal Q3 2026 Source: Rahib Yaqubov @www.pexels.com Source: Yury Kim @www.pexels.com That can cause issues with the generator's diesel engine, spe- cifically the emissions equip- ment where unburned fuel can lead to carbon buildup. That can lead to increased fuel and oil consumption, and ultimate- ly increased maintenance and downtime.