Category: Smart Technology
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Unlocking the Power of Cloud and IIoT in Heavy Building Materials
➡️ Rock Products October 2025 A Turning Point for the Industry Running a heavy building materials business today can feel like trying to pave a road while traffic is still flowing. Customers want more, faster. Operations are more complex than ever. And jobsite conditions rarely play nice. Success no longer comes just from hard work – it comes from working smarter, anticipating problems, and keeping…
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“Breaking the Mold: How Cloud Tech is Shaping the Future of Aggregates,” Featured in Rock Products Magazine
By Gary Bisel, Product Owner at Command Alkon In the construction materials world, the aggregates industry is one of the most demanding. Yet, for years, it’s relied on old-school methods for communication, scheduling, and reporting. This has led to inefficiencies and data silos that slow things down and hurt profitability. It’s a problem that everyone…
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“Decoding the Cloud,” Featured in Stone, Sand & Gravel Review
Decoding the cloud: the difference between cloud-native and cloud-connected, and what cloud means for your business In today’s digital landscape, cloud computing has become integral to how businesses operate and deliver services. However, not all cloud applications are created equal. The terms “cloud-native” and “cloud-connected” are often used interchangeably, but they represent fundamentally different approaches…
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May Highlights: Innovation, Insights, and Industry Engagement
The heavy building materials industry continues to evolve through innovation, connectivity, and data-driven decision-making. May brought exciting milestones across the Command Alkon ecosystem, including expanded knowledge resources in Command Community, award-winning technology, thought leadership on AI and operational performance, customer success stories, and opportunities to learn and engage with industry experts. Join Command Community…
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Add 10 Gallons: From Amazon Orders to Industry Challenges
The Future of Concrete is Digital, Data-Driven, and Customer-Focused In this episode of the Add 10 Gallons Concrete Podcast, hosts Paul Fendley and Joey Bell of Active Minerals International, LLC sit down with our own Ben Rabchuk, VP of Regional Sales at Command Alkon, to explore the current challenges and untapped opportunities in the concrete sector. The conversation starts with something familiar…
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Command Alkon Reinforces Commitment to Batch Innovation with Advanced Technology Solutions
Batch AI and Plant Analytics Deliver Advanced Visibility, Efficiency, and Quality Command Alkon, the leading software and solutions provider for the heavy building materials industry, reaffirms its commitment to batch innovation and enhancing the efficiency and precision of concrete production processes with the integration of cutting-edge technologies like Batch AI and Plant Analytics, and multi-plant…
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Leading the Next Generation of Ready Mix and Asphalt Businesses with Excitement
For 30 years, I’ve had a front-row seat to the thrilling transformation of the ready mix and aggregate industry, watching technological advancements spark incredible growth and opportunity. The previous generation built thriving companies through sheer determination and hands on hustle, relying on pen and paper ledgers, phone calls, and sweat equity. Their success, achieved without…
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Sustainability and Innovation: Welcoming the Future of the RMC Industry
Having spent over 30 years in the ready mix concrete (RMC) industry, I’ve witnessed remarkable growth, adaptation, and transformation. Reflecting on my technical expertise and executive management experience, I can confidently say that the next decade holds tremendous promise for our field. By 2030, we’ll be at the forefront of global sustainability and technological innovation,…
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Comment Batch AI assure une qualité et une efficacité constante, peu importe la situation
[Ce billet de blog est un résumé des principaux points abordés lors du webinaire Établir un nouveau standard de dosage avec l’IA] Dans le monde du béton prêt à l’emploi, une chose ne change pas: la réussite dépend d’un dosage précis et d’un béton de haute qualité. Les producteurs doivent cependant composer avec de plus…
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How Batch AI Delivers Consistent Quality and Efficiency in Challenging Times
In the world of concrete production, one constant remains—success hinges on reliable, high-quality batching. But today’s producers are grappling with growing challenges: job retention, volatile material costs, and the ever-increasing demand for on-time delivery. Enter Batch AI, a groundbreaking solution designed to transform the batching process and deliver operational excellence. Resolve Labor Shortages…