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Vontier Named to Newsweek’s Most Responsible Companies 2024 List

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Vontier Corporation (NYSE: VNT), a leading global provider of critical technologies and solutions to connect, manage, and scale the mobility ecosystem, has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024.

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  • Vontier Corporation (NYSE: VNT), a leading global provider of critical technologies and solutions to connect, manage, and scale the mobility ecosystem, has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024.
  • America’s Most Responsible Companies ranking focuses on a holistic view of corporate responsibility that considers all three pillars of ESG: Environment, Social, and Corporate Governance.
  • The final list recognizes the most responsible companies in the United States, spanning 14 industries.
  • It’s an honor to be recognized in such an impressive list of companies with similar values and priorities.”

Holcim US' 2023 Sustainability Achievements Accelerate Decarbonization

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

With the Global Cement & Concrete Association reporting momentum in the cement sector reaching net zero, building solutions leader Holcim is doing its part to work towards ambitious, verified global sustainability goals across its entire value chain.

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  • With the Global Cement & Concrete Association reporting momentum in the cement sector reaching net zero, building solutions leader Holcim is doing its part to work towards ambitious, verified global sustainability goals across its entire value chain.
  • In the US, Holcim hit significant sustainability milestones in 2023 with initiatives across the country and even more planned for 2024.
  • "A realistic approach to a net-zero, fully sustainable future requires us to consider all facets of our operations and products," said Michael LeMonds, Holcim US' chief sustainability officer and vice president of ESG.
  • From offering low-carbon cements and concretes to incorporating renewable energy to innovative carbon capture research, the company continues to put sustainability first.

KIOTI Releases Compact Loaders to Dealers Across North America and Delivers Very First Machine to Country Star Trace Adkins

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

WENDELL, N.C., Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KIOTI Tractor, a division of Daedong-USA, Inc., unveils its latest innovation with the launch of its TL750 Compact Track Loader and SL750 Skid Steer Loader. Rugged and tough, the new line builds on KIOTI's proven history in machine development to deliver power and performance without sacrificing comfort. As with every KIOTI machine, the models were designed, engineered, and manufactured in-house, providing an unparalleled level of quality, consistency, and control.

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  • As with every KIOTI machine, the models were designed, engineered, and manufactured in-house, providing an unparalleled level of quality, consistency, and control.
  • Compact sales exploded over the last decade, with no signs of slowing down," said Justin Moe, product manager – Construction Division, KIOTI Tractor.
  • "Our customers are part of this demand, seeking compact equipment for everything from acreage management to worksite applications.
  • In October, KIOTI delivered its first-ever TL750 Compact Track Loader to country music singer and songwriter Trace Adkins.

Fessler & Bowman Chooses Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SIS Construct 365 with Procore Connector

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Friday, December 8, 2023

SIS Construct 365 software solutions include Project Cost Management (PCM), Advanced Labor (AL), and SIS Construct 365 Procore Connector.

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  • SIS Construct 365 software solutions include Project Cost Management (PCM), Advanced Labor (AL), and SIS Construct 365 Procore Connector.
  • Fessler & Bowman selected Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SIS Construct 365 over Viewpoint.
  • Fessler & Bowman saw the SIS Construct 365 Procore Connector as solving their long-term data exchange speed issue.
  • Now with the flexibility of Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, SIS Construct 365 software, and the SIS Procore Connector, Fessler & Bowman construction operations can continue to rely on Procore and have Dynamics 365 and SIS Construct 365 provide a robust financial and project accounting platform."

INTRODUCING THE FUTURE OF PORTABLE POWER: THE MAKINEX PORTABLE POWER BOX (PPB)

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

MANSFIELD, Texas, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In its landmark 20th year, Makinex is leading the charge in sustainable energy solutions with the launch of its ground-breaking Portable Power Box (PPB).

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  • MANSFIELD, Texas, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In its landmark 20th year, Makinex is leading the charge in sustainable energy solutions with the launch of its ground-breaking Portable Power Box (PPB).
  • As industries and consumers globally pivot towards eco-friendly energy, the PPB emerges as a pivotal innovation in clean and green power.
  • Makinex's Portable Power Box (PPB) is a blend of efficiency, convenience, portability and durability featuring:
    Impressive Capacity: 6kw of output power combined with up to 15kWh of storage, catering to demanding energy needs.
  • "The Portable Power Box is revolutionary - a noise free, fuel free, emissions free portable solution.

Minister Champagne highlights Canada's key achievements on climate technology at COP28

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

As part of one of the conference's key deliverables, Minister Champagne and His Excellency Omar Ahmed Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), launched the Cement & Concrete Breakthrough initiative.

Key Points: 
  • As part of one of the conference's key deliverables, Minister Champagne and His Excellency Omar Ahmed Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), launched the Cement & Concrete Breakthrough initiative.
  • In addition, Canada and the UAE confirmed their intention to pursue a memorandum of understanding to strengthen their economic partnership on clean energy technology.
  • While at COP28, and on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Minister Champagne also participated in the launch of the COP28 Hydrogen Action Agenda, promoting the commercialization of hydrogen solutions.
  • COP28 has shown that the world can and must come together to address the most pressing challenges of our time.

COP28: Canada Daily Highlights - December 6, 2023

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Achieving the Pledge targets would cut emissions by approximately 78 billion tonnes of CO2 emissions between 2022 and 2050.

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  • Achieving the Pledge targets would cut emissions by approximately 78 billion tonnes of CO2 emissions between 2022 and 2050.
  • At the International Emissions Trading Association Pavilion, Ambassador Catherine Stewart spoke about the value and opportunities of carbon pricing to tackle climate change and drive decarbonization.
  • They will play a key role in providing resilient and sustainable infrastructure and safely housing communities around our planet.
  • This is the decade to deliver, and we are delighted to work with the Cement Breakthrough Initiative and the Government of Canada to accelerate the transition."

Canada launches the Cement & Concrete Breakthrough initiative at COP28

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Together with endorsing countries, international partners and the global cement and concrete industry, the breakthrough initiative will lead a shift that will make clean cement the preferred choice in global markets.

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  • Together with endorsing countries, international partners and the global cement and concrete industry, the breakthrough initiative will lead a shift that will make clean cement the preferred choice in global markets.
  • With the breakthrough initiative, we will help pave the way to achieve net-zero carbon cement and concrete by 2050."
  • With the launch of the Cement & Concrete Breakthrough initiative, Canada and the UAE issued a joint ministerial statement underlining their dedication to further decarbonization in the sector.
  • A growing number of countries have joined Canada and the UAE to endorse the Cement & Concrete Breakthrough initiative, including Germany, Japan, Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Advanced Tech Crete Announces Patent Filing For "Binder Reducing Formula" To Enable Sustainable Concrete

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

"We built a world-class concrete testing lab and know that our product is one of the few real solutions for the decarbonization of concrete that is available TODAY," said Frank Caruso, co-founder of Advanced Tech Crete.

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  • "We built a world-class concrete testing lab and know that our product is one of the few real solutions for the decarbonization of concrete that is available TODAY," said Frank Caruso, co-founder of Advanced Tech Crete.
  • According to Caruso, after more than three years of research and development, Advanced Tech Crete has cracked the code with a product that uses less cement powder, reduces CO2, and maintains the mechanical strength of concrete.
  • Dubbed "The New Science of Concrete ™" Advanced Tech Crete Binder Reducing Formula (BRF) is simply added to a typical ready-mix truck at the plant or onsite requiring no change in workflow.
  • For inquiries about this release or Advanced Tech Crete, contact [email protected]

Culver's Fights Food Insecurity With Concrete Mixer Sales Nov. 13-17

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

PRAIRIE DU SAC, Wis., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A staggering 10.2% of American households suffer from food insecurity, with millions experiencing hunger every day. From Nov. 13-17 this year, Culver's restaurants nationwide are coming together once again to offer support to those in need through the Concretes for a Cause fundraiser, donating $1 from every Concrete Mixer sold to local food banks and hunger relief initiatives.

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  • From Nov. 13-17 this year, Culver's restaurants nationwide are coming together once again to offer support to those in need through the Concretes for a Cause fundraiser, donating $1 from every Concrete Mixer sold to local food banks and hunger relief initiatives.
  • Concretes for a Cause will take place in all 900+ Culver's restaurants across 26 states.
  • In the fundraiser, each restaurant donates their proceeds to the local hunger relief charity of their choice following the four-day event.
  • In 2022 alone, guests rallied to support their communities by purchasing 414,535 Concrete Mixers during the fundraiser period.