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Link-Belt TCC-2500 Makes Big Impact at Chemical Plant in Illinois

The Kelly Group of Decatur, Illinois was founded in 1983 as a general contractor and sheet metal fabricator. Today it operates and employs five metal fabrication facilities and serves the agribusiness community and other industries including chemical plants, paper mills and manufacturing facilities in several states.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZKQC7o via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Caterpillar Launches Competition to Find the World's Best Operators

Caterpillar has announced the launch of the 2019/2020 Global Operator Challenge Competition. Operators will test their skills against those of fellow operators around the world to determine who can claim the title of "best." In each stage of the competition, operators will be challenged to test their agility, mental toughness and versatility, as well as their competence in using integrated technology to enhance machine performance, such as Cat Production Measurement and Cat GRADE systems.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UQgL0Y via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Trump, Pelosi, Schumer Agree on $2T Infrastructure Bill

President Trump and Congressional Democrats have agreed to spend $2 trillion on fixing the nation's infrastructure. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi met with President Trump for 90 minutes the morning of April 30, to discuss an infrastructure plan. "We agreed on a number, which was very, very good," said Schumer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZEdEge via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Lano Equipment Reaches 70 Years

For the Lano family, and their 60 plus employees, maintaining the legacy of their business after 70 years of service to the Twin Citirs metro area is a primary objective. That legacy, that small business work ethic, where every customer, and every employee matters, is what has made Lano Equipment a top equipment dealer in the Midwest.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2URVZOu via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Feds Grant State Disaster Aid for February Flooding

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced April 8 that local governments, state agencies and certain private, nonprofit organizations in 20 southern Ohio counties impacted by severe weather in February are now eligible for federal funds to help pay for damage repair and extra costs incurred as a result of severe storms, flooding and landslides.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2PLSZm9 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

DeWine Reinstates Funding for Central Ohio Projects

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine recently announced that three Central Ohio transportation projects that were in jeopardy of cancelation will now move forward due to increased revenue that will be generated by Ohio's latest transportation budget. The budget bill, House Bill 62, was passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by DeWine earlier in April.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2vvTMy9 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Doosan Infracore North America Introduces DX35-5, DX42-5, DX50-5 Models to Expand Mini Excavator Offering

Doosan Infracore North America LLC is bolstering its mini excavator lineup with the addition of three new models in the 3.5-, 4- and 5-ton classes: the Doosan DX35-5, DX42-5 and DX50-5. Doosan now offers its U.S. and Canadian customers a wider range of excavators — from 3.5 to 50 tons. The updated Doosan mini excavator line now includes the popular 3.5-, 4- and 5-ton size classes, complementing the existing DX63-3 and DX85R-3 models.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZMBqXy via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Cincinnati Expressway Improvements Move Forward

Only a few contracts remain to be completed in the Ohio Department of Transportation's 11-phase I-75 Mill Creek Expressway project in Greater Cincinnati, an initiative started in April 2010 and valued at between $550 million and $650 million. The project is resurfacing and adding lanes to I-75 between the Paddock Road interchange and the Western Hills Viaduct and also includes improvements to the interchanges at Hopple Street, I-74, Mitchell Avenue, Norwood Lateral and Paddock Road — a stretch of approximately 8 mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UQcqLd via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Lawmakers, Industry Leaders Tackle Issues at OAIMA Reception

(L-R): OAIMA Executive Director Pat Jacomet, Ben Kotkowski of Lakeside Sand & Gravel; state Sen. John Eklund; Monte Yates of Barrett Paving Materials Inc.; and Ron Tipton of Lehigh Hanson talk aggregates issues at the reception. The Ohio Aggregates and Industrial Minerals Association hosted its 21st Annual Legislative Reception in the Ohio State Capitol Rotunda April 10 immediately after its annual board of directors meeting, which also was held at the Ohio Statehouse.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DzMrSD via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Building a Business Moving 5-Ton Rocks

Matt Quinnell is just 29 years old, yet this heavy equipment operator has logged thousands of hours in excavators. The Minnesota native currently works in the family business to build artistic boulder retaining walls in the growing Minneapolis suburbs. For Quinnell, building the walls isn't work. It's a fun challenge.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WhFe0W via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

John Deere Adds BH9B, BH10B, BH11B Backhoes to its Attachments Lineup

John Deere is unveiling three new backhoe attachmentsto complement its full lineup of attachments. The BH9B, BH10B and BH11B were designed for operators handling light construction, agricultural, landscaping or utility work. Similar to other John Deere attachments, these backhoes are ideal for use on John Deere G-Series skid steersand compact track loaders.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2vw5zMJ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ritchie Bros., Gordon Brothers to Sell Assets of 50-Year Pipeline Contractor Welded Construction

Ritchie Bros. has announced that it has received bankruptcy court approval to purchase the assets of Welded Construction, L.P. together with Gordon Brothers, the global advisory, restructuring and investment firm. The two companies will work together to sell the Welded Construction assets through multiple selling channels.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2vuPF5f via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Van Hollen, Cardin Announce $120M in Funding for Purple Line Construction

U.S. Sens. Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin (both D-Md.) have announced $120 million in federal funding through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for the construction of the Purple Line. This grant is part of the $900 million federal grant agreement for the Maryland Purple Line Light Rail Project, $568 million of which has been appropriated through FY 2019.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DHi2Sl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

New Genie Resources Raise Awareness on Safe Use of MEWPs

In support of OSHA's upcoming National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction week, May 6-10, Genie is sharing new resources that raise awareness about the safe use of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) in the aerial access industry. The new Genie "Safe Use Plan Guidance" whitepaper provides tips for creating a safe use plan when operating MEWPs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2V5fmIO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

U.S. 30 ITS Improvements Project Begins

The Wolf Administration announced construction began April 9 on a project to install Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) improvements on U.S. 30 (Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass) and a 20-mi. stretch of Business U.S. 30 that extends from west of Route 10 (Octorara Trail) in West Sadsbury Township to the U.S.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DDGK6a via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Alex Lyon & Son Holds Big Late-Model Equipment Sale in North Attleborough, Mass., for Case Snow Management

Alex Lyon & Son held a late-model Caterpillar snow machine and construction equipment auction April 18, 2019, in North Attleborough, Mass. The sale, held for Case Snow Management Inc. , featured an extensive selection of equipment including 90 rubber-tired loaders, 11 hydraulic excavators, 15 skid steers, 20 CTLs, boom lifts, light towers and more.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Wg3iBk via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Early Work on Arlington Cemetery Expansion Starts in 2020

For its second act of expansion, Arlington National Cemetery plans to grow southward onto property formerly occupied by the Navy Annex. Work there will begin next year, said the cemetery's executive director. Karen Durham-Aguilera spoke before the House Appropriations Committee's subcommittee on military construction, veterans affairs and related agencies.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GI98Vy via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

VDOT Shuffles Leadership, Targets Upgrades to I-95

April proved to be a busy month for the Virginia Department of Transportation as it planned to head up a multi-agency Interstate 95 Corridor study, even as it shuffled its executive ranks and deployed portable rumble strips for the first time in highway work zones. At an April 10 meeting, the Commonwealth Transportation Board tapped the Virginia DOT to target improvements for the 175 mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UJBJyE via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Philadelphia Modernizes Port for the Future

Work on the Port of Philadelphia's $300 million upgrade to better accommodate post-Panamax ships continues apace. Soon to be completed is the dredging of the port from 40 to 45 ft. The work was performed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). According to Jim Walsh, senior director of operations of the Port, two additional 23-story Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) cranes arrived in March 2019, to supplement those already in place as of March 2018.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZK7VWc via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Cat 299D2 XHP Land Management Compact Track Loader Purpose-Built to Handle Difficult Land-Clearing Applications

The Cat 299D2 XHP Land Management compact track loader is a purpose-built machine solution for customers involved in demanding vegetation-management applications, ranging from mulching, brush-cutting, vegetation control and mowing. This segment-focused machine delivers the advantages of efficiency and economy in specific applications, including site preparation, utility right-of-way clearing, vegetation management for fire prevention, railroad maintenance-of-way, agriculture, and forestry.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2J8NHiW via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Groff Tractor Goes Orange

National Work Zone Awareness week was April 8 to 12, 2019, and Groff Tractor showed its support by going "orange" on Wednesday, April 10, for #Orange4Safety Day. With the support of its manufacturers — Wirtgen Group, Terramac and Trans Tech — all Groff Tractor employees wore safety orange t-shirts.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2INtAHN via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Rethinking What Qualities Are Most Valuable in a New Hire

The recent low unemployment and shrinking number of candidates has made recruiting more difficult. I believe that improved hiring practices are more important than ever. In a business's early years, the main objective is to find talent or skill that you need to expand. Later, once a company develops its process, I believe that the skill should come from within.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IY2gGe via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

'Terrifying': Crane Falls on Busy Seattle Street, Killing Four

A construction crane fell from a building on Google's new Seattle campus during a storm that brought strong wind gusts, crashing down onto one of the city's busiest streets and killing four people. One female and three males had died by the time firefighters had arrived the afternoon of April 27, Fire Chief Harold Scoggins said.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UOjnfI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Liebherr to Display Powerful Wheel Loader, High-Precision Wheeled Excavator at Waste Expo 2019

Liebherr USA Co. Construction Equipment is displaying the high performance L 556 XPower wheel loader and the A 914 Litronic wheeled excavator at Waste Expo in Las Vegas from May 6 through 9, 2019. The Liebherr-XPower driveline on the L 556 XPower wheel loader offers reduced operating costs, lower fuel consumption and increased working efficiency that allows the machine to maneuver in the toughest waste industry conditions, according to the manufacturer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XQZuXp via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Mack Trucks Hits the Road Again for RoadLife 2.0

Building on the success of its nine-episode debut, Mack Trucks' RoadLife series is returning for a second season on Amazon Prime Video and http://roadlife.tv. RoadLife, produced in-house by the Mack marketing team, celebrates hard-working men and women in the trucking industry whose commitment to getting the job done helps keep our world moving forward.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GQJxuF via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Metso to Deliver Comminution, Material Handling Equipment for Copper Mine Expansion

Metso has been awarded with an order to supply crushing and material handling equipment for the first stage of Codelco's El Teniente copper mine expansion project located in Cachapoal Province in central Chile. The order was booked in Metso's first-quarter 2019 orders received. El Teniente is the world's largest underground copper mine as well as the largest operation of the Chilean state-owned copper mining company Codelco.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZCWBv1 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Exploring the Potential for 5G in Construction

In a global first, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is among a small number of pioneering companies trialling 5G mobile connectivity. With the program set to make a big impact on construction innovation, we find out more from 5G expert Calle Skillsäter, Volvo CE's Technical Specialist for Connected Machines.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2vpB7nq via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Murphy Announces DOT Grants for 95 Percent of New Jersey Municipalities

Gov. Phil Murphy, Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver and DOT Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti announced that 95 percent of New Jersey municipalities will receive Municipal Aid grant awards, totaling $161.25 million. A total of 537 cities and towns across the state are receiving grants to advance road, bridge, safety and quality-of-life improvements in an effort to continue the Department of Transportation's Commitment to Communities' efforts.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZrCmQS via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Workforce Development Tops Agenda at DVAED Meeting

The Delaware Valley Associated Equipment Distributors, one of the most active local chapters of the AED, held its spring 2019 meeting April 18, 2019, at Norris Sales Company in Conshohocken, Pa. Jason Blake, CEO of the AED Foundation, provided an update to members on his association's trade school accreditation programs, which includes efforts to bring more schools into the construction (and particularly, technicians) workforce development pipeline with dealers and manufacturers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UTUd4g via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Manitowoc Pledges to Help Reconstruct Notre-Dame

Following the fire that caused large-scale damage to Notre-Dame de Paris, Potain — Manitowoc's manufacturer of tower cranes — has pledged to support reconstruction efforts of the historic French cathedral. Manitowoc will provide tower cranes and related services free of charge. The terms of this offer have now been officially presented to the authorities.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XGc7o7 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Small Batch's Automated Mixing System Now Powered by Perkins

Smart Batch Systems, a technology and equipment manufacturer, is making its customers' lives easier with a newly designed version of its mobile automated mixing machine. The new updates give customers a greater range of features like daily electronic reports to manage work at job sites. When Smart Batch started to make updates to its GC-1 mobile mixing machine, it wanted a dependable engine that would meet strict Tier IV emission standards.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GHl2QH via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Maine Company Thrives Year-Round Amid Drastic Temp Range

It only took 10 minutes for Scott Millbury and Joe Haley to get hooked on Hitachi. It was 1987, and a local dealer rented a brand-new Hitachi 200 to Scott and Joe, co-owners of M&H Logging and Construction in Rangeley, Maine. They still talk about that day like it was yesterday. Scott Millbury is a co-owner of M&H Logging and Construction.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DwGLZs via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

DOT Gets Funds for Debris Removal From Fall '17 Storm

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The federal government said the Maine Department of Transportation will receive more than $900,000 to pay for the cost of debris removal necessitated by a severe fall storm in 2017. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is providing the Maine DOT with $926,980 for costs incurred during the storm and flooding, which happened from Oct.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Gy2Rvp via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Feds Award $2M Grant for Vermont Rail Safety Improvements

In partnership with Vermont's federal delegation, the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) announced it has been awarded a $2.08 million federal grant for safety improvements along the Vermonter Amtrak service. Funding from the Federal Railroad Administration's Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Grant Program (CRISI) will be used to correct slopes, repair culverts and install rock fall detection systems along the New England Central Railroad, which hosts the Amtrak service.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UXeFkI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

SC&RA Presents Longevity Awards to 55 Member Companies

Fifty-five companies were honored with Longevity Awards for their continuous membership in the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association at the 2019 SC&RA Annual Conference at the Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, Calif. The honorees and their years of longevity include: 70 Years Hennes Services Inc.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GzqtzT via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Monroe Tractor Celebrates New Connecticut Location

Monroe Tractor celebrated its grand opening on April 13, 2019, with rodeo competitions, raffles and prizes. The new 12,500 sq.-ft. facility, located at 6 Sandra Drive, South Windsor, Conn., features eight service bays, a full parts department, and a two-acre lot for equipment storage. This is Monroe Tractor's 13th location in the Northeast and third in New England.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GvWqsM via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Nauset Construction Leads Mixed-Use Development Project in Reading, Mass.

Nauset Construction of Needham, Mass., recently broke ground on construction at the PostMark, a mixed-use complex of condominiums and retail spaces in Reading, Mass., at the site of the historic post office at the junction of Haven and Sanborn Streets. Forty market rate and 10 affordable condominiums will be built on five levels above the post office with 8,000 ft.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2USnjRA via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Work to Resume on Road That Leads to N.H. Motor Speedway

LOUDON, N.H. (AP) The state Department of Transportation is planning to resume work on a road near the New Hampshire Motor Speedway. The work, scheduled to resume April 1, is phase one of a two-phased widening of a 3.5-mi. section of Route 106. Phase One widens a nearly 1-mi. segment from 800 ft.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UElv9Z via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

USACE Reaches Milestone in Boston Harbor Project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District reached the milestone on April 5, 2019 of removing 4 million cu. yds. of dredge material as part of Phase II of the three-phased Boston Harbor Navigation Improvement Project in Boston, Mass. Approximately 7.7 million cu. yds. of dredge material and weathered rock, and 200,000 to 500,000 cu.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DzKjKr via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Doosan Adds Authorized Dealers Serving Cloverdale, Va., and Winston-Salem, N.C.

Doosan Infracore North America LLC has expanded its dealer network with the addition of two branches of ACT Construction Equipment as authorized sales, service, parts and rental providers of Doosan equipment. The company now offers its customers in Cloverdale, Va., and Winston-Salem, N.C., a range of Doosan equipment, including crawler excavators, wheel excavators, material handlers and wheel loaders.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2W6QexO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

CMC Plans Land Redevelopment for Expansion Project

Catholic Medical Center (CMC), a member of GraniteOne Health, has filed plans with the city of Manchester to redevelop land adjacent to the hospital, transforming a key piece of property on the city's West side. Plans include a new building to house state-of-the-art facilities for the New England Heart & Vascular Institute, up to 90 private patient rooms enabling the hospital to operate its full existing 330-bed license, six additional operating suites and a larger, upgraded emergency department.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DzKgyf via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

PC Construction Receives AGC of Maine Award Again

PC Construction announced it has received a Build Maine Award from the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Maine. The company earned recognition in the Building category for its work on a major renovation and expansion project at three school buildings within Regional School Unit (RSU) 21 in the Kennebunk area.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZCNt9Z via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Load King Buys Three Product Lines From Terex

Load King LLC, the known manufacturer of quality specialized equipment and trailers, has announced its acquisition of Terex Corporation's boom truck, crossover and truck crane product lines. The acquisition marks the latest milestone in the continued expansion of Load King's manufacturing portfolio, which already encompasses cutting-edge water tank, dump body, roofing conveyor, mechanics body and trailer lines.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IFppO6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Michael Weinert to Retire from John Deere Power Systems

John Deere Power Systems announced engine engineering leadership changes in response to the planned retirement of a vice president. Michael Weinert has elected to retire after 42 years of distinguished service at John Deere, effective May 3. Weinert is vice president engineering and manufacturing, John Deere Power Systems.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GEtzDP via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

John Deere Construction and Forestry Division Announces John Deere Connected Support

Designed to improve customer service and machine monitoring, John Deere announced the new John Deere Connected Support. Enabled through the JDLink telematics connection, John Deere Connected Support leverages a suite of dealer and factory tools to deliver increased productivity, uptime and lower daily operating costs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XHTQHc via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Kubota Introduces B01 Series of Compact Tractors

Kubota Tractor Corporation has introduced the B01 Series compact tractors with the B2301 and the B2601. Combining Kubota reliability and power with versatility and intuitive, easy-to-operate design, the hardworking B01 Series is ideal for first-time operators and seasoned professionals alike, according to the manufacturer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2W3mmSZ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

California Cleans Up, Removes Debris After Wildfires

The devastating fires in northern California have long been doused, but clean-up efforts will likely be ongoing for another year. As many as 19,000 structures on 14,000 properties were destroyed. Of those property owners, 11,000 have signed up with CalRecycle's California Debris Removal Program, which charges no out of pocket costs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VmpAnE via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Alaska Leaders Urge Rail Through Canada

The Alaska Senate on April 15 unanimously voted for a resolution urging the United States to issue a presidential permit allowing a railroad crossing between Alaska and Canada. "A railroad connecting Alaska to Alberta would provide a huge boost to our state's economy," said Sen. Shelley Hughes, R-Palmer, chairwoman of the Senate Transportation Committee.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UUhUcT via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Judge's Ruling: No Drilling North of Yellowstone Park

BOZEMAN, MONT. (AP) A Montana judge has blocked an exploratory gold mining project on private land in the mountains north of Yellowstone National Park. The Bozeman Daily Chronicle reports that the ruling by Park County District Judge Brenda Gilbert invalidated the Montana Department of Environmental Quality's approval of Lucky Minerals Inc.'s plans to drill for gold in a narrow canyon.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GvIgYD via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Key New Mexico, Texas Oil Highways Receiving Upgrades

CARLSBAD, N.M. (AP) A key highway in southeastern New Mexico and another West Texas are getting much-needed upgrades to accommodate the rise in traffic from the region's oil and gas boom. In New Mexico, the state's Department of Transportation is working to renovate U.S. Highway 82 — the main highway for oil field traffic between Eddy and Lea counties, the Carlsbad Current-Argus newspaper reported last week.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UV3TLO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

EPA to Award $220M for Mine Cleanup on Navajo Nation

U.S. Sens. Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich and U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to award multiple contracts worth an estimated $220 million over a five-year period to address the legacy of uranium contamination from abandoned mines in the Navajo Nation area.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XKY54R via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

CSU Expands Curriculum With Trimble Technologies

Trimble announced that it has awarded a significant in-kind gift to the Department of Construction Management at Colorado State University (CSU) that will expand the University's leadership in training and research for 3D building design, construction management, digital fabrication, civil infrastructure, geomatics and the sustainable built environment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IFP9tZ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Kirby-Smith Machinery Celebrates New Facility in Southeastern Oklahoma

The Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. (KSM) team celebrated the grand opening of its facility in McAlester, Okla., on April 21. This is the 11th location in its network of sales and service branches across a four-state region. The celebration included a ribbon-cutting event that featured representatives from KSM, McAlester community leaders and partners from world leading heavy equipment manufacturers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XHF4jM via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

LiuGong, Kinshofer Create 'Potent, Cost-Effective' Scrap/Demo Solution

LiuGong North America (LGNA) has partnered with Kinshofer North America to give scrap and demolition industry professionals a cost-effective, profit-widening scrap and demolition solution. The Kinshofer MQP-30-Y Multi-Quick processor and LiuGong NA 925E excavator combination were featured at the "DEMOlition" event held by the National Demolition Association at its 2019 Demolition Rockies expo in March.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VoCK3s via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Vermeer Texas-Louisiana, Bobcat of Waco Celebrate

Vermeer Texas-Louisiana and Bobcat of Waco celebrated the grand re-opening of its new facility in Waco, Texas, on April 12. Located on just over 5.5 acres on Interstate 35 Highway north of Waco, the new 12,000 sq. ft. facility recently underwent an extensive remodel. The remodel included the addition of a larger parts warehouse and 6,000 sq.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2L0aXm6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Virginia Congressman Riggleman Calls for New Workforce Measures, Infrastructure Funding

Virginia Congressman Denver Riggleman (VA-5) called on Congress to take steps to address construction workforce shortages and pass a long-term infrastructure bill during a visit to a local construction firm April 23. The Congressman made his comments while touring a local construction project by R.E.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VuIxVr via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Honnen Equipment Accelerates Growth With Opening of New Facility in Gillette

Relocating to a much larger facility enables Honnen Equipment to accelerate growth in the heavy construction equipment sales industry, while being able to provide additional services and parts to clients. Honnen Equipment, a dealer of John Deere construction equipment recently relocated to a new facility in the city of Gillette, Wyo., to accommodate rapid growth while increasing its space to provide even more service for customers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GEk47O via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

R&J Utility Teams Up With Westrax for Equipment Needs

John Petersen, vice president of Glendale, Ariz.-based R&J Utility, was in a bind. With a slew of projects building up, R&J was in desperate need for a few water trucks. "We were three months into business, and we were struggling to find some water trucks," said Petersen. "I spoke to one of the local equipment dealers who said he didn't have any, but said he might know of a company that did." That company was Westrax Machinery, a Southern California-based dealer that had just recently opened a location in Phoenix.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GviROR via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

South Mountain Freeway on Track for 2020 Completion

The Loop 202, Arizona's South Mountain Freeway, will add 22 mi. of freeway to the existing Phoenix metropolitan transportation system, easing traffic congestion and connecting the east and west valleys. Major construction began in early 2017. The project is scheduled for full completion in 2020, although traffic is expected to be using the freeway earlier.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DpRe8T via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Study of I-10 Improvements South of Valley Moves Forward

The Arizona Department of Transportation and partner agencies are taking an essential step toward widening and other improvements along 23 mi. of Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Casa Grande. In collaboration with the Maricopa Association of Governments and the Gila River Indian Community, where this stretch is located, ADOT has issued a request for proposals for a design concept report and environmental study on adding a lane in each direction and improving existing interchanges.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Vhddt5 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Hudbay Makes Plans for Early Works Program at Rosemont

Hudbay Minerals Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has approved an early works program at its Rosemont project, and provided its annual mineral reserve and resource update. "We are pleased to be moving forward at Rosemont and look forward to carrying out the early works in parallel with financing activities for the project," said Alan Hair, Hudbay's president and chief executive officer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KZWLJR via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ritchie Bros. Sells $47M of Heavy Equipment During Two-Day Auction

At its second Houston auction of the year, Ritchie Bros. sold more than 4,400 equipment items over two days for more than $47 million. More than 6,350 people registered to bid in the April 16 to 17 auction, including more than 4,900 registering to participate online. United States buyers purchased approximately 89 percent of the equipment, including 46 percent purchased by Texas buyers, while international buyers from such countries as Australia, India and the United Kingdom purchased 11 percent of the equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Vj7VwX via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Oryx Opens Plan to Support Project

Oryx Midstream Services II LLC announced that its operating subsidiary, Oryx Delaware Oil Transport LLC has launched a binding open season to secure volume commitments to support the proposed construction and development of new crude oil transportation movements on its regional crude oil transportation system serving the liquids-rich Delaware Basin in Texas and New Mexico.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XGOFat via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

CBP, USACE Begin Construction on Rio Grande Valley Levee Wall System

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), began constructing approximately 13 mi. of the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) Levee Wall System Project in early April on federal land within the McAllen Station area of responsibility in Hidalgo County, Texas.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IDJ9C6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ADOT, Tribes Launch Forum on Transportation Issues

To strengthen working relationships with American Indian tribes, who are key stakeholders in the state highway system, the Arizona Department of Transportation has launched a series of forums to share ideas and provide information on agency resources. Offered in partnership with the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, the Tribal Transportation Working Group connects agency representatives with transportation officials and other representatives from 22 tribes on matters ranging from enforcement of weight restrictions on state highways to sharing information from industry conferences.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XCvRsY via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Fuel Hauling Solution Allows Company to Buy Fewer Trucks

It takes a lot of fuel to power the west Texas oil boom that's driving U.S oil production to record levels. In Pecos, Texas, located in the gut of the Permian Basin, DeepWell Energy Services is responsible for the housing — trailers and skid houses, mostly — and service equipment that support each of those sites.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Iz0xI9 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Hardy Toll Road Connector Requires Major Excavation

Crews in Texas continue making progress on the Hardy Toll Road Downtown Connector project, a 3.6-mi. toll road extension that will connect the existing Hardy Toll Road from its current southern end at Interstate 610 North Loop to downtown and U.S. Highway 59/IH 69. The project is supported entirely by revenue generated through tolls, and will benefit motorists and the community along the planned corridor.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XFDcYF via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Epiroc USA Appoints Jon Torpy New General Manager

Epiroc, a productivity partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, has appointed Jon Torpy as general manager and president of Epiroc USA LLC, effective May 1, 2019. Torpy brings 15 years of broad leadership experience with Epiroc and predecessor Atlas Copco, and 20 years of overall industry experience.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IDgcWO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Lone Star Develops Export Terminal at Port of Corpus Christi

The Port of Corpus Christi Commission approved a long-term (50-year) lease agreement with Lone Star Ports LLC, a joint venture between the Carlyle Group and the Berry Group, for approximately 200 acres on Harbor Island to develop a state-of-the-art petroleum export terminal. Featuring the latest in safety, security and environmental technologies, the facility will connect U.S.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2W0GEwp via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ASCO Donates to Help Team Rubicon, SBP Rebuild Home

Case Construction Equipment dealer ASCO recently provided a TR310 compact track loader and CX130D excavator to disaster recovery nonprofits Team Rubicon and project leader SBP. The equipment was used for demolition work before SBP could rebuild a Houston home that first was burnt to the ground then flooded during Hurricane Harvey.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KY0J5G via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

A Guide to Submersible Pumps

What are you pumping? This is a key first question to ask when it comes to electric submersible pumps. It seems simple, but too often it is left unanswered while the wrong pump is purchased or rented. Ultimately, one wrong decision could lead to an even bigger mess to clean up. It is a crucial factor for the contractor to understand the type of application in which the pump will be used.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GAmvId via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Primoris Services Wins Three New Contracts for $81M

Primoris Services Corporation announced three new pipeline awards with a combined value of more than $81 million. The contracts were secured by Rockford Corporation and Primoris Pipeline, both a part of the Pipeline and Underground segment. Rockford was awarded two projects. The first award is for the construction of approximately 20 mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IBA6BA via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Atlas Copco XATS 250 Compressor

Atlas Copco Power Technique North America offers the XATS 250, a single-stage, oil-injected, rotary screw portable compressor. This compact, easy to move compressor gives the operator the added flexibility of being able to provide more pressure and flow. Featuring pressure adjusted through cognitive electronics (PACE) technology, the operator can control the pressure of the machine.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XCRitS via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

State Asks Feds for Fair Share of Transportation Funding

Texas congressional leaders are urging fellow congressional lawmakers to address a longstanding inequity in the share of federal transportation funding Texans receive compared to what the state contributes in federal fuel taxes. According to the Federal Highway Administration, in fiscal year 2019 Texas will receive only 95 cents in transportation funding for every dollar Texans paid directly into the Highway Trust Fund.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IDoIVN via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

APT HiLight V5+ LED Light Tower

American Pneumatic Tools (APT) features the HiLight V5+ LED in its North American lineup. The high-performance light tower features a heavy-duty polyethylene canopy for rugged durability and is designed to withstand the most extreme elements and working conditions. The canopy coupled with the light tower's compact size, ease of transportation, safety features and lighting performance makes the HiLight V5+ a great solution on any job site.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XzllCH via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Chicago Pneumatic CPPG 7W Generator

Chicago Pneumatic Power Technique (CP) features the 7W portable gasoline generator in its lineup. The generator is designed to deliver stable electrical output and safe, user-friendly operation over a long service life. The largest portable generator in the CP lineup, the CPPG 7W features a 6.6-gal.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IDoGx9 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Complementing Volvo Lineup With LeeBoy Equipment, Ascendum Welcomes Customers to Asheville Open House

Ascendum Machinery hosted an open house at its Asheville, N.C., location March 25 to introduce its new partnership with LeeBoy. Ascendum, the largest Volvo Construction Equipment dealership in both the United States and the world, began carrying LeeBoy equipment Jan. 1 to complement its core lineup of Volvo road machinery.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IQJfFx via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Southern Asphalt, Hills Machinery Make Dynamic Team

Recycling asphalt not only makes environmental sense, but, as Southern Asphalt of Conway, S.C., is proving, it makes good business sense, too. By using up to 20 percent recycled asphalt product (RAP) in his milling and paving operation, Nick Godwin, Southern's co-owner, is realizing significant cost savings in rock, sand and liquid — so much so, in fact, that he estimates his new Eagle crushing plant will pay for itself in two years.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UzHsa0 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Crews Rebuild Tenn. Bridge One Week After Collapse

The collapse of the I-75 South bridge over I-24 West in Chattanooga April 1 proved to be anything but a funny April Fool's Day prank to motorists and the Tennessee DOT. All lanes at the busy interchange of I-75 and I-24 closed for several hours after the failure, stopping traffic in all directions throughout most of the day.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Zp40Ou via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Florida Road Project Clears Coastal Forest

In Bay County, Fla., work is under way on a $50 million, multiyear construction project that calls for a four-lane roadway on SR 388 from SR 79 to east of Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is overseeing the work, which officially began in February.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UtmVUI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Atomic Sand Helps Keep America Growing, Beautiful

Ryan Williams never saw much value in sand until he found himself giving the stuff away. Williams was working at the family business, the Williams C&D Landfill, which his father established in Graniteville, S.C., in 2002. As excavation at the landfill proceeded, the sand began to pile up, and it had to be disposed of somehow.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Zp3XlM via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Record 620,000 Visitors Attend bauma 2019; Exhibition

With more than 620,000 visitors from more than 200 countries, bauma 2019 generated the best results in the exhibition's 65-year history from April 8 to 14. The number of visitors rose by approximately 40,000 over the total drawn during the previous event in 2016. More than 250,000 visitors came from countries outside Germany.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VepCOr via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Iron Auction Holds One-Owner Heavy Equipment Sale

Iron Auction Group held a one-owner absolute auction for R.L. Smith Inc. March 20 in Mooresville, N.C. Up for sale were excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steer loaders, wheel loaders and more. Attendees came from across the Southeast to buy the iron, and more than 250 registered bidders were able to bid online and live.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KVvYON via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

RJV Equipment Welcomes Customers to Its New Home

RJV Equipment held an open house April 9 at its new location on Rudy Street, Knoxville, Tenn., just off I-275. Guests had the opportunity to look over the latest machines from Ditch Witch and Kubota, and they also enjoyed a catered lunch provided by Texas Roadhouse Restaurant that included ribs, chicken, corn, string beans, rolls and tea.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VhXppN via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Volvo CE's 2018 Uptime Award Recognizes Ascendum's 'Consistent, Timely Support'

Ascendum Machinery, a Volvo Construction Equipment dealer with more than 15 locations across the southeast and North Dakota, is the recipient of Volvo CE's Uptime Award for 2018. The award acknowledges the company's aftermarket and customer-support efforts through consistent, timely, and reliable parts and service support in its service territory.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IziFS8 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Construction Employment Increases In 38 States From March 2018 To March 2019

Thirty-eight states added construction jobs between March 2018 and March 2019, while construction employment increased in 29 states between February and March, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data released April 19. Association officials said the widespread gains show demand for workers remains strong and urged federal officials to enact immigration reforms to boost the supply of qualified workers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Xxkfav via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ClearSpan Releases New Fabric Cover with 30 Year Warranty

ClearSpan Fabric Structures recently released the Armor Shield cover, which is a 29 oz architectural vinyl building cover that is designed for ultimate durability. ClearSpan stands by the durability of this new cover with a 30 year warranty, so customers will be able to take advantage of their structure decades into the future.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KRp4tD via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Notre Dame Rector: 'Computer Glitch' Possible Fire Culprit

PARIS (AP) — A "computer glitch" may have been behind the fast-spreading fire that ravaged Notre Dame, the cathedral's rector said Apirl 19, as architects and construction workers tried to figure out how to stabilize the damaged structure and protect it from the elements. The fire burned through the lattice of enormous oak beams supporting the monument's vaulted stone ceiling, dangerously weakening the building.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Xv3nkP via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Mammoet Completes Unique Move of Rock Crusher in California

Mammoet has successfully transported a 760.5 ton (690 t) granite rock crusher and primary conveyor inside the A.R. Wilson Quarry mining site in Aromas, Calif. Both pieces of equipment needed to be relocated from the top of the quarry to the new location further down in the mine. Mine owner Graniterock had previously attempted to drive the rock crusher downhill themselves, however, the crusher experienced a loss of braking power and the operation could not be completed safely.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VWrvMI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Excitement Builds Around Construction vs. Cancer SoCal

The Southern California construction industry has broken ground on a new child-friendly project designed to fire up the imaginations of pediatric cancer patients and the public at large. Sponsored by the region's leading builders in partnership with the American Cancer Society, Construction vs. Cancer SoCal is a free event that caters to the boundless fascination of children toward large construction machinery.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XhKTnA via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Officials Welcome Toyota Boshoku's Plans for Athens Facility

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey joined representatives of Toyota Boshoku America and local leaders in Limestone County April 10 to announce that the global automotive supplier plans to invest more than $50 million to open a manufacturing facility in Athens, creating a total of around 400 jobs once full production is reached.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GtL5e7 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Busy Birmingham Interstate Undergoes Major Overhaul

Motorists in Birmingham, Ala., are dealing with the lengthy shutdown of a major thoroughfare as construction crews focus their efforts on the replacement of a bridge at Interstate 59/20. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is overseeing the $475 million Phase 3 of the work, with the closure in effect for more than a year.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IEtykJ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

State Seeks Developers for New Men's Prisons

The Alabama Department of Corrections is looking for developers interested in building three men's prisons that the state would then lease from private owners. News outlets reported responses for the DOC's request for expressions of interest were due April 10. The DOC said leasing the prisons may cost about $78 million annually.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GtL2Pt via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Report: Bad Alabama Roads Cost More Than $1K Per Driver

Road and bridges that are deteriorated, congested or lack some desirable safety features cost Alabama motorists a total of $5.3 billion per year — as much as $1,846 per driver in some areas — due to higher vehicle operating costs, traffic crashes and congestion-related delays, according to a report released Feb.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IC39UN via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

High-Reach Genie GS-4655 Slab Scissor Lift Launched at bauma

As part of its bauma 2019 product lineup, Terex Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) showcased the new Genie GS-4655 scissor lift. The latest addition to the brand's large electric slab scissor lift family, this new eco-friendly machine comes in a compact, lightweight package and combines maximized productivity with increased battery runtime and reduced service costs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GsSLgo via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Doster Wins Excellence Award for Montgomery Memorial

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) announced Doster Construction Company as the 2019 National Excellence in Construction Eagle Award winner for the National Memorial for Peace and Justice at the 29th Annual Excellence in Construction Gala on March 27 in Long Beach, Calf. The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) opened the National Memorial for Peace and Justice in downtown Montgomery, Ala.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2L2hdd9 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Fuel Savings, Lifting Power Make Watco Manager a Believer in Sennebogen 875

When Jon Mihalic's last cable crane operator retired recently, he knew the time had come to also retire the aging Manitowoc 4000 crane from his barge dock. "You can't find a qualified cable crane operator anymore," he noted, "but really, that old crane just wasn't efficient by today's standards." Mihalic heads the Watco Companies barge and rail terminal in Industry, Pa., near Pittsburgh.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VV3JAS via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Indexator's K100 Withstands Pressure

Indexator's new generation of hose swivels — the K100 — has a ball-free design, enabling the swivel to withstand heavy side loads and peak pressure while eliminating the problem with twisting hoses. Hydraulic hoses are sensitive for twisting and only a few degrees of twist can reduce hose life by up to 90 percent.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IrWNYI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

John Deere Construction and Forestry Division Announces JDLink Ultimate Subscription Price Reduction

John Deere Construction and Forestry is decreasing its annual JDLink Ultimate offering prices, providing customers with an affordable, streamlined data solution that boosts productivity and maximizes uptime. Additionally, the division is consolidating JDLink Ultimate Forestry with the larger JDLink offering.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ItRJ6f via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

LeeBoy 8520 Paver Provides Consistent Material Flow

The LeeBoy 8520 paver runs on a 106-hp Tier IV Final Kubota turbocharged diesel engine and has a 9-ton capacity hopper. This paver features an ultra-efficient material management system for consistent flow from the truck to the screed. The dual 36-in. conveyors are wide and slow-moving to prevent segregation and reduce wear on components.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DhuojW via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Company Secures Funding for Indiana Plastics-to-Fuel Plant

Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, recently announced the closing of a $260 million financing package for the construction of the nation's first commercial-scale plastics-to-fuel plant, which will be located in Ashley, Ind. The financing for Brightmark Energy Ashley Indiana includes $185 million in Indiana green bonds, which were underwritten by Goldman Sachs & Co.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2V58NW8 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Michigan Governor Proposes Further Gasoline Tax Increases

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer called for a 45-cent increase in the state's fuel tax to occur in three phases over a 12-month period, an effort she said in a statement March 5 that should generate $2.5 billion in fresh transportation funding. "I've heard from people all across Michigan, and this budget reflects the priorities they have shared," Whitmer said.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZigYxp via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ritchie Bros.' Minnesota Auction Attracts 3,500 Bidders

More than 3,500 bidders participated online and in person at Ritchie Bros.' multimillion-dollar unreserved public equipment auction March 27 in Minneapolis, Minn. With bidders from 41 countries, approximately 62 percent of the equipment in the auction was sold to out-of-state buyers from as far away as Ukraine, Vietnam, and China.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UKkodR via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ritchie Bros.' Chicago Auction Brings International Bids

More than 4,400 bidders participated online and in person at Ritchie Bros.' multimillion-dollar unreserved public equipment auction in Chicago, Ill., March 28. With bidders from 45 countries, approximately 54 percent of the equipment in the auction was sold to out-of-state buyers from as far away as Vietnam, Taiwan, and Nigeria.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GqbvMi via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Buyers Bid in Comfort at Rosen & Co.'s New Ohio Facility

Rosen & Company, one of Ohio's longest-running auction companies with more than 100 years of experience, conducted its quarterly construction auction March 29 at its new auction site at 16100 S. Waterloo Road in Cleveland, Ohio. The auction, which attracted a significant number of onsite bidders while also drawing heavy online bidding, featured a wide selection of heavy equipment, trucks, trailers commercial mowers, tractors and UTVs as well as attachments and other support equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VRfurI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

KC Institute Breaks Ground on New Liberal Arts Building

The Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI) will break ground April 26 on a new, 18,000-sq.-ft. building that will house the liberal arts program including art history and creative writing, as well as all student services. The opportunity to build the Hall, located on the northeast corner of 44th and Oak, is largely due to the generosity of donors who have given to the Space to Create capital campaign.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Dmizcd via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Yoder & Frey Consolidates Headquarters, Sales Location

Yoder & Frey Auctioneers LLC recently announced that it has relocated its headquarters from Holland, Ohio, to a new facility located at 2384 Grant Road, North Baltimore (Findlay), Ohio. The move consolidates the company's headquarters with its Ohio sales site, which was formerly located in Ashland, Ohio.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VRfrMy via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Swanston Hosts Biennial Paving, Compaction Seminar

Around 200 attendees participated in Swanston Equipment's 31st Asphalt Paving and Compaction Seminar on March 13 in Fargo, N.D. The day was jam-packed with more than 10 breakout sessions ranging from intelligent compaction, to paving best practices, to oil distributor calibration, to pavement maintenance, and everything in between.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DkLPQu via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Frey & Sons Sells Off Client's Bridge-Building Machines

Frey & Sons Auctioneers held an absolute auction April 4 in Seville, Ohio. The auction was conducted for Cuyahoga Bridge & Road to sell equipment that will no longer be needed as the company shuts down bridge construction to focus on rebar and ironworking. The auction, which drew a large crowd of enthusiastic onsite bidders as well as significant online bidding, featured a selection of well-maintained equipment, including excavators, wheel loaders, and other equipment used in bridge building.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Zi3m5h via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Workshop Highlights Include Automation, Maintenance

Ruffridge-Johnson Equipment Company hosted its latest Commercial Class Paving Workshop March 14 at its new headquarters in Centerville, Minn. Attendees listened to talks on preventive paver maintenance by Tom Travers of Carlson Paving Products; automation in commercial class paving by John Hood of Epic Assurance; quality paving and compaction procedures by Tim Hoover of Bomag Americas; and HMA mixes by Tom Woods of WBS.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UF8SQO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

University Honors MnDOT Engineer

District Engineer Jon Huseby of the Minnesota Department of Transportation is the 2019 recipient of the Center for Transportation Studies — Distinguished Public Leadership Award. According to the University of Minnesota, the award, which was established in 1998, recognizes public leaders who have influenced innovative transportation policy directions that benefit society through their vision, leadership, and knowledge.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Gmf2Lz via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Indiana Kicks Off 2019 Road Construction Season

Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb helped kick off the 2019 road construction season in Indiana during a March 19 media event — construction that's touted in part as the continuation of the state's Next Level Roads strategy, originally implemented in mid-2017. "Maintaining our leading position as the Crossroads of America is vital to growing Indiana's economy, attracting new employers, expanding existing businesses and providing a quality of life we can be proud of," Holcomb said.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UHzFfp via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Major Interchange Construction in Orlando Wrapping Up This Year

In the past decade, Orlando, Fla., has been in a near-constant state of road construction. State and local governments are tasked with staying ahead of the transportation needs of a swelling residential population and a year-round flood of tourists. As part of these efforts, the remaking of the Greater Orlando highway system continues with ongoing improvements to the intersection of State Routes 417 and 408.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GlaiGg via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Crews Raise Stadium With Unique Shell

Construction crews in St. Paul, Minn., recently completed a new professional soccer stadium notable for the first-of-its-kind skin covering of its outer shell and a look unlike that of any of the other pro sports arena. Minnesota United FC of the Major League Soccer (MLS), will play its inaugural game April 22 at the new Allianz Field which sits in the heart the neighborhood known as the Midway.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UIQYfU via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Doosan Portable Power Expands Distributor Network With New Coastline Equipment Location

Doosan Portable Power has expanded its authorized distributor network with the addition of a Las Vegas branch for Coastline Equipment. Headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., Coastline Equipment is an authorized distributor of Doosan Portable Power air compressors, generators, light towers and light compaction equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GfOfAI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Chapin, S.C., Wins 2019 Dire States Grant for East Chapin Sewer Force Main Project

Case Construction Equipment has awarded the $25,000 Dire States Equipment Grant to Chapin, S.C.,for the East Chapin Sewer Force Main Project. The project will install a new parallel force main to relieve pressures in the service area on the existing sewer force main and pump stations. The additional force main will provide capacity to reroute sewer flow to significantly reduce the likelihood of future overflows that may affect the drinking water of approximately 130,000 drinking water customers in area.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2PcePil via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Doosan Announces Top-Performing Dealers of 2018

Doosan Infracore North America LLC announced its top-performing equipment dealerships of 2018. These Doosan dealer enterprises have demonstrated a high quality of customer service to provide exceptional sales, parts and services to their customers, scoring well on their annual dealer performance reviews.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UDgWS0 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Mountainside Unloading Services Mill With Sennebogen Log Handlers

Insiders recognize that Larry McKay is a rare species in the lumber processing industry. As the owner of Mountainside Unloading Ltd., he is under contract to operate the Louisiana-Pacific woodyard in Swan River, MB. "I am pretty blessed that they've given us this good job," he said. "L-P usually likes to run its own yards, with its own equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GkQ0MR via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

McCloskey Showcases Multiple Washing Spreads at Customer Open Day Event in UK

Washing equipment specialists, McCloskey Washing Systems (MWS) along with its UK dealer Max Innovate Ltd, held its first multi-spread demonstration event at Monk Plant Hire (MPH) in Hockering, Norwich, UK, on March 20 and 21, highlighting the power of the washing equipment working together. The demonstrations were an integral part of events tailored to familiarize both new and established dealers and customers with the versatility and productivity of MWS latest products.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2DgXyQm via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ASV Promotes Nick Schrapp to Product Reliability, Testing Manager

Nick Schrapp has been promoted to product reliability and testing manager of ASV Holdings Inc. , a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers. Schrapp will be primarily responsible for managing product testing, reliability and field issue resolutions involving the manufacturer's products.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KFqEi9 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Telsmith Welcomes Service Technician Matthew Vereb Back From Military Service

Telsmith Inc. , a manufacturer of mineral processing equipment, recently welcomed back one of its southeastern field service technicians, Matthew Vereb, from a yearlong mission in Germany. Vereb started at Telsmith in 2016 as field service technician for the southeast territory, including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee and Mississippi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KMf7hc via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ritchie Bros. Announces Key Executive Appointments

Ritchie Bros. has announced an organizational realignment in North America to: 1) Prioritize senior management focus on penetrating the Upstream segment of the used equipment disposition market: The Upstream segment represents a large opportunity from OEMs and dealers, rental companies and other large construction and transportation multinationals, which tend to remarket used equipment through their own channels.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IpNrwC via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

BREAKING NEWS: Notre-Dame Cathedral on Fire Amidst Renovations

Firefighters are tackling a blaze that broke out at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris on April 15. While the fire's cause is still under investigation, the Paris fire brigade said it could be traced to renovations that were under way, the Associated Press reported. Images show flames engulfing the church's spire, which collapsed—its peak has been the site of a $6.8 million renovation.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2v5JtQW via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

The Science Behind Tunnel Boring Machines

Historically, tunnel boring machines (TBMs) are named for women, a tradition originating with miners praying to their patron saint, Barbara, for protection from cave-ins, suffocation and other dangers associated with digging underground. Naming a boring machine in advance of a project is thought to bring good luck, and thus we have Seattle's Bertha, the Chesapeake Bay's Chessie and New York's Nora, created by the Robbins Company for work on the Delaware Aqueduct.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IEouNr via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Perkins Presents New Hybrid Technologies at bauma 2019

Perkins presented a dedicated team and new technologies focused on hybrid and electric power solutions that are relevant and adapted to meet the specific needs of construction machines at bauma 2019. Following a significant investment in hybrid engines and electrification research, Perkins is showing a range of technologies that will add real value to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) as they design the next generation of off-highway machines, the manufacturer said.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GnMrXv via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Report Outlines Funding Challenges for Southeastern Pennsylvania

A new 54-page report crafted by the Southeast Partnership for Mobility — comprised of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transit Authority and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation — highlights ways to reverse a falloff in transportation funding affecting the southeastern region of Pennsylvania.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GmoKig via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Select Crane Upgrades Its Fleet at bauma

Select Crane Hire from Kent, England, made substantial upgrades to its fleet, finalizing a deal with Terex Cranes for a total of nine tower cranes. United Kingdom's leading building services provider selected four new Terex CTT 202-10 flat top tower cranes, unveiled the first day of bauma, and five Terex CTL 272-18 luffing jib tower cranes.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZdW0zO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

SITECH Chesapeake Holds Grand Opening for New Facility

Officially opened in March 2019, this new facility allows SITECH Chesapeake to better serve its customers from a central location, while also providing the company access to dedicated warehouse space, a modern workshop and plenty of space for educational seminars. Growth has been so robust for SITECH Chesapeake over the past year that the company is looking to hire additional staff over the next couple of months.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UluY5U via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Hino Trucks Launches New Accessories Website

Hino Trucks line of chrome accessories, HinoStyle, now has its own website. The new dedicated site, www.hinostyle.com, features an interactive experience that allows customers to quickly navigate and view the accessories needed to add a custom look to their truck and makes locating and ordering these parts effortless.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Dd4I84 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Atlantic City Welcomes Alex Lyon & Son

Alex Lyon & Son held a three-day auction from April 4 to 6, 2019, at the Atlantic City Race Track in Atlantic City, N.J. The late-model rental fleet sale featured equipment from Herc Rentals and Ahern Rentals. Equipment that went on the block included nearly 60 hydraulic excavators, 22 rubber-tired loaders, 25 vibratory rollers, 28 backhoes, 11 telescopic forklifts, 48 boom lifts, 18 compact track loaders and a wide range of attachments and supplies.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VGjaN3 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

JESCO to Host Demo Day for Long Island Contractors

JESCO Inc. , a Northeast construction dealer, announced that it will hold a demonstration and training opportunity for customers and prospective customers on the latest technology available for heavy construction equipment at the Local 138 Apprentice Training School in Yaphank, Long Island, on May 3, from 9 a.m.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Dd4GwY via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Lack of Funds May Mean Repairs to NYC Rail Tunnel

NEW YORK (AP) With key federal funding nowhere in sight for a new $13 billion rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey, project organizers said April 2 they are taking a hard look at whether to shift focus to performing major electrical repairs to the 108-year-old tube. It's an approach similar to the one taken by New York Gov.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2VKcOw5 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Johnson Crushers International Showcases New Kodiak Plus Cone Crusher Model at bauma 2019

Johnson Crushers International Inc. has expanded its Kodiak Plus cone crusher series with the new K350+. This mid-range model offers higher production with a smaller footprint. In comparison to the K300+, the K350+ features increases in drive train, stroke, horsepower, weight, head diameter and hold-down force, resulting in an up to 10 percent capacity increase, according to the manufacturer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2v3YX83 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Kolberg-Pioneer Showcases New Sand Processing Plant at bauma 2019

Kolberg-Pioneer Inc. has expanded its sand processing plant line to include the new 9201 model. This system is designed to dewater and fine-tune sand to a level not typically possible with traditional sand-dewatering equipment, while also using less water. The custom-built systems are available in portable, semi-portable and stationary configurations with various types and quantities of cyclones, pumps and dewatering screen sizes.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2P8H55c via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

$102M Viaduct Reconstruction Under Way in New Jersey

A $102 million state-funded project involving a nine-span viaduct along Route 495 is currently under way in New Jersey's Hudson County. Specifically, the bridge carries traffic on Route 495 over the NYS&W and Conrail rail lines, as well as Route 1 and 9, Paterson Plank Road and Liberty Avenue in the township of North Bergen.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2v3YW3Z via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Amtrak to Invest $90M for Baltimore's Penn Station Project

Amtrak has reached commercial close for Baltimore Penn Station with the execution of a Master Development Agreement with Penn Station Partners to redevelop and expand the historic station. Amtrak plans to invest up to $90 million in improvements to the historic station as part of the deal, including expansion and modernization to accommodate passenger growth and significantly improve the customer experience.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IDRNiO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Agencies OK Funding for Va.'s Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

The Hampton Roads Transportation Accountability Commission (HRTAC) approved a funding agreement with the Virginia Department of Transportation March 29 to deliver the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT) Expansion Project — the largest transportation project in Virginia's history. The project adds new interstate capacity and twin, two-lane, bored tunnels along nearly 10 mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Gol1B1 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Volvo's New Generation Tooth System Gives Buckets Something to Chew On

Aimed at Volvo's larger excavators and wheel loaders, the new generation Volvo Tooth System features higher penetration, longer life — and an easy "hammer-less" fitting system. Volvo Construction Equipment's medium and large wheel loaders and excavators now have more to smile about — an all new premium tooth system that not only increases productivity and fuel efficiency, but also is more wear resistant and much easier to fit, due to its hammer-less pin design.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IDRKDE via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Terex Cranes Sales Start Strong at bauma 2019

Terex bauma stand FM.711 had non-stop activity during the first days of the largest construction exposition in the world. One segment of the exhibit drawing much attention from attendees was the display of Terex mobile and tower crane equipment and Demag all terrain and crawler cranes. Demag in High Demand From family-based local companies to national and international lifting giants, representatives liked what they saw in Demag mobile cranes.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2U9zHHK via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ring Power Announces Changes to Heavy Equipment Management Team

Ring Power Executive Vice President of Sales Kevin Robbins has announced the promotion of Chris Zeras to Vice President of New Sales – Heavy Equipment Division. He replaces Tim Maguire, who retired last month. Chris Zeras In his 21 years with Ring Power, Zeras has worked as a sales coordinator and account manager for the Cat Rental Store, and as a heavy equipment salesperson.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Gf9nqW via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Volvo CE Unveils Electric Compact Excavator, Wheel Loader at bauma

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is delivering on its commitment of "Building Tomorrow" with the unveiling of its first commercial zero-emissions electric compact excavator and wheel loader at bauma Munich. The machines, which are the first to be shown from a new electric range of Volvo-branded compact excavators and compact wheel loaders, deliver zero exhaust emissions, significantly lower noise levels, reduced energy costs, improved efficiency and less maintenance requirements, compared to their conventional counterparts, according to the manufacturer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2G4aqd2 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Mack Trucks Makes Battery Refresher Standard Across Lineup for Extended Life

To maximize uptime and significantly extend the life of electrical charging system components, Mack Trucks announced that it is making a battery refresher standard on all Mack models. The battery refresher helps reduce and reverse the effects of sulfation, giving lead-acid batteries longer life and superior performance, according to the manufacturer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Iootga via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Elliott Equipment Company Introduces DockMaster Pedestal Mounted Cranes

Elliott Equipment Company's DockMaster pedestal mounted cranes were designed with extensive customer input and engineered to withstand the rigors of dock and marine applications. Standard features of the Elliott DockMaster cranes include: 10 and 18-ton (9 and 16 t) capacity models Up to 70-ft. (21.3 m) boom length Marine grade material prep and coatings Full hydraulic controls for optimal feel Explosion proof wiring Hydraulic load limiter for simple operation Covers and guards to protect from wildlife nesting or inhabiting the machine Motor and pump packaged together for clean and easy installation.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GfwSB6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

PC Construction Names Jay Fayette President, CEO

The board of directors of PC Construction have announced Jay Fayette, a South Burlington, Vt., resident, will serve as president and CEO of the employee-owned construction company. Fayette has been at the company for 24 years and most recently served as president and COO leading the company at a time of heightened competition and alternative project delivery methods.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2G9qvy0 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ETS SIAD Automobiles, Mobile Cranes Asia Order Terex Cranes at bauma

On the opening day of this year's bauma, Algerian Terex Cranes distributor ETS SIAD Automobiles (Groupe SIAD) signed an order for nine Terex rough terrain cranes. In detail, the order comprises six Terex RT 45 and three RT 45L rough terrain cranes. Both models are of the 49.6 ton (45 t) capacity class, which only differ in the length of their main jibs: While the Terex RT 45 model is equipped with a 102 ft.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Uv8MLx via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

JCB Teleskid — Most Versatile Machine in Contractor's Fleet

When he's not working on his family's 300-year-old farm, Mac Hunter is an excavating contractor and owner of Hunter Trucking and Excavation in Topsham, Maine. His company offers quality excavation, local quarry services, expert equipment moving and complete trucking services. Unlike many of his competitors, his is essentially a one-man operation, which means Hunter must rely on efficient equipment to save time on projects and run his successful company.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GcC47A via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Cianbro Announces Its Acquisition of Connecticut-Based Firm A/Z Corporation

Cianbro announced its acquisition of A/Z Corporation, a Connecticut-based engineering-construction firm providing diverse industry services including design, construction, maintenance and energy management, with a focus on technology-oriented markets. Headquartered in North Stonington, Conn., A/Z has offices and on-going operations in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UaFAVh via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Case Celebrates 50 Years of Skid Steer Manufacturing

Case Construction Equipment celebrated 50 years of skid steer manufacturing with a ceremony on April 3rd at its Wichita, Kan. plant. Case first built skid steers in 1969 at its Burlington, Iowa, facility, before eventually moving production to Wichita. "Skid steers completely transformed the construction equipment landscape, and Case has played a leading role in the evolution and development of this product category throughout the last 50 years," said Michel Marchand, vice president — North America, Case Construction Equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Z6KMgf via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ahead of Construction, Temporary North Hero Grand-Isle Bridge Nearly Ready

After less than a year of work, construction crews with Cianbro Corporation are on track to open a temporary drawbridge connecting two islands on Lake Champlain in Vermont. Work on the $60 million project began in July 2018. It involves first constructing the temporary bridge. Once that is operational, they'll demolish the existing bridge and get to work on building a new North Hero-Grand Isle bridge in the same place.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UaFyg7 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

R.I. Transportation Officials Seek $200M for Providence Viaduct Project

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is seeking to borrow $200 million to repair the viaduct bridges in Providence that carry parts of northbound Interstate 95 through the city. House and Senate bills filed at the request of the Department of Transportation suggest paying for the northbound viaduct by borrowing against future federal highway funding.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Iss3pJ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

RIDOT to Repair Old Stone Bridge Causeway in Portsmouth

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) plans to start repairs on the Portsmouth side of the Old Stone Bridge causeway in late April. A section of the causeway eroded and broke off into the Sakonnet River on March 22, 2019 causing potential impediments to watercraft. RIDOT owns the causeway.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GhrSfv via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Case Introduces DV36D, DV45D, DV45CD Vibratory Rollers

Case Construction Equipment has introduced the latest additions to the DV Series of vibratory rollers. With models available in both double drum and combination (front drum with rear pneumatic tires) configurations, these rollers are powerful, easy to transport and nimble enough to work in a variety of residential and commercial construction applications where the operator may encounter tight quarters, curbs, structures and other obstacles.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Imxw1k via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

W.I. Clark Holds Annual Paving, Compaction Seminar

On March 23, The W.I. Clark Company held its 23rd annual paving and compaction seminar at its corporate headquarters in Wallingford, Conn. Each year, The W.I. Clark Company's own paving specialists, along with manufacturer factory representatives, present an informative presentation covering a wide variety of paving and compaction topics.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GiPXCK via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Company Wrench Receives 'Global Dealer of the Year' Award

The National Demolition Association held its annual "Demolition in the Rockies" conference this year in Denver, Colo. This conference is heavily attended by manufacturers, dealers and end-users to celebrate achievements in the demolition industry. During this year's opening ceremony, Labounty presented Company Wrench with the "2018 Global Dealer of the Year" award.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2G8UOEZ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Bill Alexander Joins Northland JCB Team as Territory Manager

Northland JCB welcomed its newest territory manager, Bill Alexander. Alexander comes to Northland with seven years of industry experience with a heavy equipment rental company. Starting in customer service, he worked his way through the ranks to become service manager at his previous employer. "Northland JCB will allow me to continue building strong relationships with customers in my area which includes Norfolk and Suffolk counties, Massachusetts.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Ut58Sm via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Officials Discuss Replacing Bridge Over I-95 in Stamford

Gov. Ned Lamont and Department of Transportation Deputy Commissioner Anna Barry visited the area near Exit 9 on I-95 in Stamford, where over two weekends this summer the state will utilize a cost-effective and innovative method to replace a two-span bridge that carries Route 1 (East Main Street) over I-95.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Ku2l6L via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

K-HEM — It's the Age of Rightsizing

Kohler is going against the flow with respect to traditional engines and responding to the new demands of a constantly changing market for solutions that are more dynamic and flexible and greater focus on what customers really need. Its aim is to facilitate the job of constructors by improving the performance of their machinery.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UNK9ZN via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Bonds Raise $600M for High-Speed Rail

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) California sold $600 million in bonds on March 27 to help pay for its high-speed rail project even as lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom acknowledge challenges to completing the line between Los Angeles and San Francisco. The bond money is a key source of funding for the troubled project, which has been beset by cost overruns and delays.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Ku2h71 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Caterpillar Unveils Electrification Strategy at bauma 2019

Decades of engine innovations have made today's cars, trucks and other vehicles run cleaner and quieter than ever. Increasingly stringent regulations worldwide are driving vehicle manufacturers to meet more ambitious standards while addressing customer needs for better efficiency and lower fuel costs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UvdFEk via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Delegation Secures $3M for Upgrades on Southwest Chief

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) Members of New Mexico's congressional delegation have secured $3 million in matching funds to help complete safety upgrades and maintenance along the Southwest Chief train route. The delegation said that money provided by Amtrak will result in an investment of more than $26 million in the Southwest Chief, which connects Chicago to Los Angeles with stops in New Mexico and Colorado and other states.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Uecpkc via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

CDOT Adds Lanes to I-25 With $350M Project

In what's considered the fastest delivery of a project of its size in Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) history, construction crews are making steady progress on the I-25 South Gap project. The Gap is an 18-mi. stretch of Interstate 25 from south of Castle Rock to Monument. "It's the only four-lane section of I-25, connecting Colorado's two largest cities, Denver and Colorado Springs," said Paul Neiman, CDOT project director.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2U5j8g8 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

$1.1B Oroville Dam Spillway Repairs Put to Test

OROVILLE, Calif. (AP) An epic winter of rain and snow has refilled California's reservoirs and pressed into service a spillway at the nation's tallest dam on April 2, a $1 billion structure that drained excess water for the first time since it crumbled two years ago and drove hundreds of thousands to flee the threat of catastrophic flooding.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Z2AiPi via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Training Partners Offer Construction Course Informational Session

Augusta Adult and Community Education in partnership with Associated General Contractors of Maine, Western Maine Community Action, FedCap, Maine Staffing and the CareerCenter are offering a construction skills training program designed to equip candidates with the work readiness and sector — specific skills necessary to start a career in the construction field.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GeMS6B via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Focus On: Compact Track Loaders

There continues to be an upward trend in demand for compact track loaders (CTLs), which is shifting sales away from skid steers in the marketplace. CTLs not only have a seat at the table among different machines in the industry, but they are at the head of it. According to EDA, CTLs ranked as the No.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Iq6NAQ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

U.S. DOT Announces $1.36B Funding Allocation for 16 Transit Projects Nationwide

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced a total of $1.36 billion in federal funding allocations to 16 new and existing transit projects in the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) Program. FTA is allocating approximately $424.8 million in appropriated Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 CIG funding to two projects that have existing construction grant agreements and five new projects, subject to further review and approval, that are nearing readiness for consideration to receive such an agreement.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2GetKpm via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) California sold $600 million in bonds on March 27 to help pay for its high-speed rail project even as lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom acknowledge challenges to completing the line between Los Angeles and San Francisco. The bond money is a key source of funding for the troubled project, which has been beset by cost overruns and delays.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Iq6qpW via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Work Zone Safety Touted at Kickoff Event in Nation's Capital

In the shadow of the Frederick Douglas Memorial Bridge – Washington, D.C.'s largest transportation infrastructure project to date – federal, state and local gathered with other transportation industry representatives to re-emphasize the importance of roadway work zone safety, especially since 799 motor vehicle drivers, passengers, bicyclists, and pedestrians were killed in work zone crashes in 2017, which includes 132 highway workers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X1ZfZb via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

LAX Officials Break Ground on $1.95B 'People Mover'

Los Angeles city officials broke ground last month on a $1.95 billion Los Angeles Airport transportation project that is expected to dramatically improve the travel experience for the more than 87 million passengers who move through LAX annually. The electric train Automated People Mover (APM) will operate on a 2.25-mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2I8RvBf via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Government OKs Road at Colorado Ski Resort

DENVER (AP) The U.S. Forest Service approved construction of a road across public land to reach private property where a developer plans to build condos and restaurants at a remote Colorado ski area. The decision was the latest milestone in a three-decade battle between the developer and environmentalists over the proposed Village at Wolf Creek in the southwestern corner of the state.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X1Z93L via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Cost-Effective Production from Terex Trucks' TA400

The TA400 – the biggest articulated hauler manufactured by Terex Trucks – is designed to meet the demands of the most extreme operations. This robust machine excels at delivering cost-effective production at large-scale construction projects, quarries and mines. Terex Trucks specializes in articulated haulers – and with a maximum payload of 38 tonnes (41.9 tons), the TA400 is the biggest one it manufactures.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Iep2Km via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

FAE USA Hosts 'Texas Power Days' at Two-Day Event in Longview, Texas

The FAE USA team kicked off a busy demo season with a two-day-long event in Longview, Texas, on March 7 to 8, 2019. FAE brought together local dealers, machine operators and multiple loaders and excavators with mulching attachments. Set on a 60-acre private lot, the FAE Power Days event was a great opportunity for customers to operate the new land clearing machinery.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Kpt2te via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company
The TA400 – the biggest articulated hauler manufactured by Terex Trucks – is designed to meet the demands of the most extreme operations. This robust machine excels at delivering cost-effective production at large-scale construction projects, quarries and mines. Terex Trucks specializes in articulated haulers – and with a maximum payload of 38 tonnes (41.9 tons), the TA400 is the biggest one it manufactures.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2UJ9sMO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Gov. Stitt Announces Oklahoma Highway Bridges Climbing to Best in Nation

Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission's April 1 meeting include an announcement by Gov. Kevin Stitt about Oklahoma's improved bridge conditions; kickoff of an Oklahoma Department of Transportation campaign focused on improving driver behavior in work zones; introduction of a new commission appointee and a speed limit change on U.S.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2P5IrOk via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Terex Trucks' Updated TA300 Makes International Trade Show Debut at bauma 2019

Terex Trucks' 28-tonne upgraded TA300 articulated hauler is making its first international trade show appearance and taking pride of place on the company's stand at bauma Munich 2019. The recently updated Terex Trucks TA300 articulated hauler is making its first international trade show appearance on the company's outdoor stand: FN 720/9 at bauma in Germany.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2v5An77 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

HDOT Finishes Emergency Repairs on Roads After Hurricane, Volcano

The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) Highways Division reports that the emergency repairs on Hawaii Island of damages caused by the Kilauea East Rift Zone Eruption (May to September 2018) and Hurricane Lane (August 2018) have been completed. Kilauea Eruption During the Kilauea eruption, daily earthquakes caused severe damage to Mamalahoa Highway (Highway 11) between mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2P47wJl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Iron Bound Auctions Holds March Sale in Odessa, Texas

Iron Bound Auctions held its March 26 sale at its yard in Odessa, Texas, located at 17700 I-20 West, Odessa, Texas 79763. Iron Bound also has auction sites in Seminole, Texas, and Dalhart, Texas. A large crowd of bidders was on site and was joined by online buyers from all over the world. The sale featured excavators, skid steers, wheel loaders as well as trucks, trailers, light towers, generators and oilfield equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2U5skkI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Manitowoc, Shinwoo Development Co. Celebrate Their Partnership at bauma 2019

Manitowoc held a customer recognition ceremony for Shinwoo Development Co. at bauma 2019 in Munich, Germany. Barry Pennypacker, president and CEO of Manitowoc Cranes, presented the South Korean company with a celebratory plaque for the occasion, and expressed gratitude to Shinwoo Development Co. president I.H.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Z3t7WQ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

New $8M Southwest Las Vegas Industrial Project Under Way

A new $8 million industrial project, SanTico, by Brass Cap Development is currently under way in the rapidly-growing Southwest Las Vegas area near the 215 Beltway and Rainbow. SanTico, located at 6425 Santa Margarita St. near the northeast corner of Sunset and Rainbow, offers approximately 40,000 sq.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2U5sgBu via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Design & Construction of More Forgiving Roadways Will Help Save More Lives & Reduce Injuries, ARTBA Tells Congress

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) April 9 called for a fundamental shift in how the nation approaches road safety, emphasizing the need to design and build a transportation network that better compensates for error so that drivers, passengers, workers and other road users don't pay for behavioral mistakes with their lives.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Z2Fd2E via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company