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Pre-Construction Activities Ramp Up on Walk Bridge Replacement Project

In Connecticut, pre-construction efforts are under way on The Walk Bridge Replacement Project. The project is currently at 60 percent design, and is expected to start construction by summer of next year. "Preliminary work is being conducted to determine the location of underground utilities and drainage," said Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) project manager James A.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2Ykj4fd via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Vermont Legislation OKs $615M Worth of Transportation Spending

Gov. Phil Scott signed into law two bills on June 14 that will pump more than $615 million into Vermont's transportation system. Those bills — H.529, an act relating to the transportation program and miscellaneous changes to laws related to transportation, and S.149, an act relating to miscellaneous changes to laws related to vehicles and the Department of Motor Vehicles — include investments intended to reduce transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions as part of its commitment as a signatory to the U.S.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2NjKsZY via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Willow Lane Pairs Safety, Efficiency With Beautiful Landscapes

Marshall Postin and his team at Willow Lane Landscaping in suburban Atlanta have a passion for transforming raw earth into beauty. Specializing in landscaping for residential new construction, Willow Lane provides customers with services that take a blank residential site, grade it, prep it for other tradesmen, and add all finishing landscapes and hardscapes.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2FDaeBZ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Company Wrench Names New Terex-Fuchs Products Manager

Cam Gabbard, president of Company Wrench Ltd. , announces the hiring of Mike Walter as the product manager of the Terex-Fuchs product line. Gabbard's announcement is made in conjunction with Company Wrench's recent appointment as the official Fuchs dealer in North Carolina and South Carolina.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2FC0fgv via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

JM Wood Holds Three-Day Auction in Montgomery, Ala.

Another terrific lineup of construction equipment, trucks, trailers and forestry equipment was showcased at JM Wood Auction's 46th annual summer sale from June 11 to 13 at their Montgomery, Ala., headquarters facility. "This was one of our best June auctions in memory," said Bryant Wood. "Online bidding was very strong all three days." Featured sellers included Alabama Power Company, Southern Company, Brasfield and Gorrie, Waites Construction, CraneWorks, Joe McGee Construction and more than 300 other dealers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2X353RX via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Quanta Services Sets New HDD Operators Up for Success

The rise in underground utility projects is good news for contractors across the country. However, whether it be due to fiber build-out or aging infrastructure replacement, this growth requires underground utility contractors to find and employ more horizontal directional drill (HDD) operators. This demand has resulted in a shortage of qualified, skilled and confident operators in the underground construction industry.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2Fz4NUU via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Company Wrench Names New Fuchs Products Manager

Cam Gabbard, president of Company Wrench, Ltd. , announces the hiring of Mike Walter as the Product Manager of the Terex-Fuchs product line. Mr. Gabbard's announcement is made in conjunction with Company Wrench's recent appointment as the official Fuchs dealer in North Carolina and South Carolina.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2Yf6MoF via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

$973 Million Savannah Harbor Expansion On Time and Budget

Started in January 2015, the $973 million Savannah Harbor Expansion Project (SHEP) is on time and budget with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers overseeing the initiative that is deepening the federally-owned channel from 42 to 47 ft. at low tide (54 ft. at high tide) from Garden City Terminal (GCT) throughout the entrance channel of the harbor, which extends 20 mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2X9eijD via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Jeff Martin Hosts East Coast Public Auction in Pelzer, S.C.

On June 19, Jeff Martin Auctioneers Inc. held its East Coast Construction Equipment and Attachments auction at their facility in Pelzer, S.C. Three rings were running all day, showcasing available construction and farm equipment, heavy trucks and trailers and more. The event serviced both live bidding customers from the western part of South Carolina and beyond due to the option of participating online at Jeff Martin Auctioneers' website.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2XAsczg via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Pompano Beach, Florida is Seeking Master Developer

The city of Pompano Beach, Fla. and the Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) have issued a Request for Letters of Interest (RLI) for a Master Developer for the city's downtown and "Innovation District." The South Florida municipality has undergone a tremendous transformation during the past few years, and the creation of a dense urban downtown is the next redevelopment goal.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2KNopZJ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Joey Martin Holds Fleet Reduction Sale in Carrollton, Georgia

Joey Martin Auctioneers held a sale at its Carrollton, Ga., location on Friday, June 21. A big onsite and online presence made for some serious competitive bidding in vying for a terrific selection of construction machines and support equipment. The sale featured a massive volume of field service trucks and pickup trucks, including a fleet reduction of trucks from Thompson Cat.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2Nf0Iva via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Yanmar to Acquire ASV

Yanmar Holdings, has announced Yanmar's entry into a definitive agreement to acquire compact equipment manufacturer ASV Holdings Inc. ("ASV"), a designer and manufacturer of renowned compact tracked loaders ("CTLs") and skid-steer loaders ("SSLs"). Yanmar is to acquire ASV through the mechanism of a statutory merger.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2KJSF7A via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Willow Lane Pairs Safety, Efficiency With Beautiful Landscapes Landscapes

Marshall Postin and his team at Willow Lane Landscaping in suburban Atlanta have a passion for transforming raw earth into beauty. Specializing in landscaping for residential new construction, Willow Lane provides customers with services that take a blank residential site, grade it, prep it for other tradesmen, and add all finishing landscapes and hardscapes.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2KIQjpl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Grove GMK5150L Helps B+V Trans s.r.o. Carry the Load

Czech special transport company B+V Trans s.r.o. has taken delivery of a new Grove GMK5150L all-terrain crane to assist with loading and unloading trailers. B+V Trans is based in Tabor, Czechia, and is a specialist of heavy and oversized transport; it can transport parts with lengths of up to 147 ft.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2RB85f4 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Doosan Portable Power Names Bobcat of Omaha An Authorized Distributor

Doosan Portable Power has named Bobcat of Omaha as an authorized distributor. The company will supply Doosan Portable Power air compressors, generators, light towers and light compaction equipment throughout eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. Bobcat of Omaha has been serving the construction, landscape and agriculture industries for more than 30 years.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2NgTozb via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Kenworth T880 a Big Hit Among Liquid Stone Concrete Drivers

Everything is big in Texas, including concrete. The state of Texas produced the most concrete in the United States last year, nearly surpassing the combined amount by California and Florida, the second and third leading producers, according to data from the National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA).... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/31RZw4a via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

CrewTracks Announces Mobile Document Management

CrewTracks, the company behind the field management software of the same name, has released a new feature that includes the ability to upload PDF documents for access and editing in the field. Safety forms, equipment inspections, blueprints and drawings are a few examples. Documents can be marked as single-use, as in the case of a daily inspection form, or as multi-day, as in the case of drawings that require annotations and notes throughout the course of the job.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2YiHQN4 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

RoviTracker Wins BuiltWorlds Leader Award

RoviTracker recently won the BuiltWorlds Leader Award for its Machines 50 category: Equipment Tracking & Fleet Management "Asset tracking is not new, and we understand that. What we bring is a constant focus on making a better experience with better technology," the company said. Most companies draw a line when it comes to paying for tracking.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/31XuAj6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Mack Trucks Names Mack Masters Champions

Mack Trucks put its superheroes of service to the test in the third installment of the Mack Masters Competition, a biennial event designed to evaluate participants' knowledge of Mack service systems and procedures. Team "# Rise For The Anthem" from Bruckner Truck Sales in Shreveport, La., successfully completed several rounds of competition, including a comprehensive final challenge, to be crowned Mack Masters Champions.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2KFd9P0 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

XL Reinforces Sustainable Fleet Accreditation for University of Virginia

XL, a leader in vehicle electrification solutions for commercial and municipal fleets, has announced that its XLH hybrid electric drive technology is being used by the University of Virginia (UVA) to green its recycling and maintenance fleets. The cleaner fleet vehicles contributed to the university receiving the prestigious Sustainable Fleet Accreditation from the National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) and Calstart in January.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2RBbZ7A via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Hard Hats for Safety — and a Statement

What came first, the hard hat or the PPE laws? When E.W. Bullard returned home from World War I, he used his doughboy Army helmet to design protective headgear to improve industrial safety. Bullard sold carbide lamps and mining equipment to gold and copper miners who were wearing a soft derby, similar to a baseball cap.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2xhe1R3 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Bomag Appoints Cole Renken as Vice-President of Sales & Marketing

Bomag Americas Inc. welcomed Cole Renken as vice president of sales and marketing. Renken will be responsible for developing and executing short and long-term growth strategies to better optimize the sales and customer support for Bomag's dealer and rental channel partners. Renken brings 20 plus years of construction equipment sales, business development and sales management experience to this position.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2KDTBdx via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Judge: Obama Center Construction Can Move Forward in Chicago Neighborhood

Plans to build Barack Obama's $500 million presidential center on Chicago's lakefront can move forward, a federal judge said June 11, in dismissing an advocacy group's lawsuit objecting to the use of historic public parkland. After hearing nearly an hour of arguments, U.S. District Judge John Robert Blakey said there should be "no delay in construction." "This case is dismissed," he said.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2NfzhBl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Companies Propose $1.6B Oil Pipeline in N.D.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) Two companies are proposing a $1.6 billion pipeline to move North Dakota crude oil, making it the biggest such project in the state since the Dakota Access pipeline that sparked violent clashes between protesters and law enforcement in 2016 and 2017. Houston-based Phillips 66 and Casper, Wy.-based Bridger Pipeline announced the joint venture called Liberty Pipeline on June 10.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2KD48FV via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Concrete Roadway Repairs on I-90 Begin

Started last summer, Ulland Brothers Inc. is looking to complete the Minnesota Department of Transportation's (MnDOT) $17 million I-90 Westbound Concrete Overlay project between the cities of Manchester and Hayward in Freeborn County by mid-September. Construction crews built crossover lanes late in the summer of 2018 so they could get a jump on the 2019 construction season.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2NfzkNx via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

RoviTracker Win BuiltWorlds Leader Award

RoviTracker recently won the BuiltWorlds Leader Award for its Machines 50 category: Equipment Tracking & Fleet Management "Asset tracking is not new, and we understand that. What we bring is a constant focus on making a better experience with better technology," the company said. Most companies draw a line when it comes to paying for tracking.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2KGmBl5 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ritchie Bros.' Chicago Auction Attracts Bidders Worldwide

More than 3,700 bidders participated online and in person at Ritchie Bros.' multi-million-dollar unreserved public equipment auction in the Chicago area on June 20, 2019. With bidders from 45 countries, approximately 67 percent of the equipment in the auction was sold to out-of-state buyers from as far away as India, Vietnam and the United Kingdom.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/31X32dJ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

RoviTracker Introduce New Technology for Asset Tracking

Most companies have two tiers when it comes to tracking and monitoring assets. 1: Crucial, refers to a must have. Customers decide which high capital assets they cannot afford to lose, usually above $20K, like skids, backhoes, excavators, 45KVA portable generators and above, reach lifts etc. They pay for a GPS tracking device, then an on-going monthly fee to collect real time GPS location of that asset in case it's stolen or lost.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2Y9O29X via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Clearing the Way for Higher Productivity With Solesbee's Stump Pullers

Developing land, whether for highways or other infrastructure, commercial construction or agricultural use, frequently involves tree removal. While any number of variables factor into the scope of the project — acreage, number of trees, size of stumps — the time it takes to pull tree stumps and level the ground surface can greatly impact the time it takes to prepare the land.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/31S73QF via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Midsota Manufacturing Event Highlights Trailer Safety

Midsota Manufacturing Inc. hosted an event for National Trailer Safety Week on June 7 at the company's facility in Avon, Minn. The purpose of the event was to educate anyone who pulls a trailer about trailer safety and laws, in order to make it safer for everyone on the road. Those who attended included Congressman Tom Emmer, Representative Lisa Demuth and a representative from Sen.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2YcSqFj via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

West Side Tractor Sales Opens New Facility in Terre Haute

The doors have officially opened for business at West Side Tractor Sales' newest location in Terre Haute, Ind. West Side Tractor — a John Deere construction and forestry equipment distributor — is the first John Deere construction dealership to have a physical presence in this market.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2Lndu8j via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

DOTs Win Awards for Projects That Strengthen Communities

Eight transportation projects from six western state departments of transportation received top honors in the regional America's Transportation Awards competition. Some of the winning projects are credited with improving safety for schoolchildren, protecting wildlife habitats and restoring access to communities after massive mudslides.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2IOwZFa via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Tackling Unusual Jobs With MB

Unusual times call for unusual measures. Using the new Call & Resolve service, MB Crusher makes available to construction companies all of its invaluable know-how and experience in the field, providing solutions for your next projects, be they complex, temporary, unusual or exceptional, so that you can make use of the proper machinery.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 https://ift.tt/2LkSQWm via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Five Star Equipment Celebrates Grand Opening of Its Modern 25,000-Sq.-Ft. Facility in Orchard Park, N.Y.

Five Star Equipment celebrated the grand opening of its new facility at 284 Ellicott Rd. in Orchard Park, N.Y., on June 12. Five Star Equipment celebrated the grand opening of its new facility at 284 Ellicott Road in Orchard Park, N.Y., on June 12. The 25,000-sq.-ft. facility was built specifically for Five Star Equipment, incorporating modern design features geared toward maximizing efficiency and service capabilities for its customer base.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2J9oeEw via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Link-Belt Cranes Work Overtime in Wolfcamp Shale

Wolfcamp and Bone Spring Formations of the Permian Basin in west Texas and New Mexico hold oil and gas reserves estimated at 46.3 billion barrels of oil. According to a fourth quarter 2018 U.S. Geological Society report, full production estimates through 2025 predict that by 2021 one in every six barrels of oil, globally, will come from the Permian Basin.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X1BAwm via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Crews Near Halfway Point in Storage Tunnel Project

Part of the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District's (NEORSD) Project Clean Lake, the $142.3 million Doan Valley Storage Tunnel project (DVT) has McNally/Kiewit DVT JV (McNally Tunneling Corp. and Kiewet Corporation) constructing three tunnels to help deal with combined sewer overflows (CSO) and have it treated.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IJlwGY via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Yoder & Frey Holds Inaugural Auction at New Ohio HQ

Yoder & Frey held its inaugural auction at the company's new headquarters facility, located at 2384 Grant Road, North Baltimore, Ohio. The auction featured almost 500 lots up for bid and included consignments from Michigan Paving & Materials, Pennsy Supply and the Shelly Company, as well as other area contractors and equipment companies.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X1fWnd via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ritchie Bros. Announces Succession Plan for CEO Ravi Saligram

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, the world's largest industrial auctioneer, announced that Ravi Saligram, CEO and board member has informed the Board of Directors that he will step down from his positions effective October 1, 2019. The board will conduct a thorough, thoughtful search for Ravi's successor and has engaged a leading executive search firm to assist in the process, which will consider both external and internal candidates.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X1xSy1 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ABLE Equipment Holds Open House in Allentown, Pa.

ABLE Equipment held an open house June 6, 2019, in Allentown, Pa. The event was the equipment dealer's first at this facility since acquiring the former Ransome Cat location in July 2018. "This open house gives our customers the opportunity to educate themselves on products that ABLE Equipment has to offer," said Steve Laganas, founder and CEO of ABLE Equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WWjKpH via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Bonnell Industries Hosts Its Biennial Equipment Expo

Bonnell Industries hosted its biennial equipment expo on June 5 and 6 at its headquarters in Dixon, Ill. Heavy rain and storms in the run up to the event had the team worried, but as the 40 vendors finalized their booths and Bonnell employees geared up to receive the 1,000-plus attendees, the clouds cleared and there was nothing but blue skies for both days.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X1QnaA via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

DOT Announces Availability of $60M to Fund New Tech

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for states, cities and other agencies to compete for $60 million in Advanced Transportation and Congestion Management Technologies Deployment Program (ATCMTD) grants to fund new technologies that improve transportation efficiency.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31ONRTG via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Milton CAT Showcases Next Gen Machines in Clifton Park

Milton CAT hosted one of a series of events that were held across New York and New England to introduce the next generation of Caterpillar machines. The educational seminar, held May 9, 2019, at Milton's Clifton Park, N.Y., location, included an opportunity for hands-on demonstrations to give customers a first-hand chance to learn how CAT's latest technologies can increase profitability with fuel savings, lower maintenance costs and increased production in easy to operate machines.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Y9Rv8p via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Jamie Roush Named Dynapac VP of Sales

Dynapac North America LLC, a manufacturer of rollers for asphalt and soil applications, pavers and feeders, has named Jamie Roush vice president of sales of North America. Effective July 1, Roush will lead the sales efforts for the complete Dynapac product portfolio across all sales channels throughout the region.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Yiun81 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Five Star Equipment Celebrates Grand Opening of Its Modern 25,000-Sq.-Ft. Facility in Orchard Park, N.Y.

Five Star Equipment celebrated the grand opening of its new facility at 284 Ellicott Road in Orchard Park, N.Y., on June 12. The 25,000-sq.-ft. facility was built specifically for Five Star Equipment, incorporating modern design features geared toward maximizing efficiency and service capabilities for its customer base.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2J1PRzx via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Yonkers Contracting Company Boosts Job Site Efficiency with the Grove GRT880

Yonkers Contracting Company (Yonkers) is using its recently acquired Grove GRT880 on an infrastructure project along Route 17 in Harriman, N.Y. The project, which includes building a new bridge, a new interchange and inserting new drainage, has a quick-paced schedule and is expected to be completed later this year.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X0Fo0Q via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

MDOT SHA Replaces Bridge Over CSX Line

In Arbutus, Md., which is located in Baltimore County, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is heading up a project to replace the U.S. 1 (Washington Boulevard) Bridge over the CSX Transportation rail line. The $28.9 million project will officially begin in late July and be complete in the summer of 2021.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2J5SwId via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Micah Gerrity Joins Curry Supply Service Department as Manager

Micah Gerrity has joined the team at Curry Supply Company at its new service manager. Gerrity brings a strong mix of knowledge and nearly 17 years of in-the-field experience to the team, which will help to better process the service needs of our growing customer base efficiently, according to the company.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2N8repX via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

LiuGong North America Introduces 877H Wheel Loader to U.S. Market

LiuGong North America (LGNA) has introduced its new 877H wheel loader, a high production machine, to fill the gap between its 856H and 890H wheel loaders. The new machine has a Cummins QSL9 engine, generating 331 hp. With an operating weight just over 54,000 lbs. (24,493 kg) and a bucket size of 5.5 cu.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KAKwT4 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

$72.6M St. James Hospital Nears Completion

After years of planning, the new St. James Hospital is moving closer to completion in Hornell, N.Y. The $72.6 million facility is two levels, totaling 87,300 sq. ft. "For more than 125 years, St. James Hospital has provided health care services to residents in Hornell and the surrounding communities," said St.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2NjczZ0 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Shipbuilding on Whidbey Island of Puget Sound

Ice Flow LLC dba Nichols Brothers Boat Builders (NBBB) of Freeland, Wash.'s new 250-ton (227-t) 298 Series 2 lattice crawler was put to the test quickly following its delivery to Whidbey Island in Puget Sound from Triad Machinery. NBBB is a custom vessel construction company established in 1964. The first major project on the books for its Link-Belt 298 Series 2 was lifting a 125,000 lb.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Kz7BW4 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Earthborne Inc. Founder, Richard 'Rick' Taylor, Passes Away at Age 68

Richard "Rick" D. Taylor of Ivyland, Pa., died June 6, 2019, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was 68. Mr. Taylor was a former resident of Horsham before moving to Ivyland in 1985. He was a graduate of Millersville University and he continued his graduate studies at Trenton State University.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2N8r9CF via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Former Walter Reed Campus Undergoes Historic Renovation

At the end of November in Washington, D.C., Children's National Health System began work on a historical renovation construction project that will result in a pediatric research and innovation campus with a focus on pediatric medicine. The new Children's National Research and Innovation Campus is located on the campus of the historic Walter Reed Army Medical Center campus in Washington, D.C.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Nj8rZ0 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Pine Bush Equipment Hosts Annual Charity Golf Outing

On June 13, dozens of golf enthusiasts descended upon the Town of Wallkill Golf Club in Middletown, N.Y. and braved early rains for a good cause as Pine Bush Equipment's 12th annual golf outing went off without a hitch despite Mother Nature's brief interference. The yearly event, which benefits the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, has raised more than $260,000 over the past decade-plus.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KBgtKG via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Things Construction Companies Can Do to Improve Employee Retention

Today's workforce is different. The society they live in is different. With low unemployment and worker shortages in many occupations, today's workforce has a lot of leverage in the job market. And in most cases, it takes more than good pay to get employees to stick around. "Employers have to view the employer-employee relationship differently than ever before," said Cara Silletto, MBA, president and chief retention officer of Crescendo Strategies, a consulting firm that helps companies reduce unnecessary turnover by bridging generational gaps and making managers stronger.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2N8j9BD via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Walsh Construction Raises $80K at Charity Golf Outing

Walsh Construction raised more than $80,000 at its seventh annual Pennsylvania regional charity golf outing, held June 6, in Farmington, Fayette, Pa., at the Nemicolin Renaissance Resort and Golf Club. Charity recipients include Rebuilding Pittsburgh Together, St. Anthony School Programs, JDRF , Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh and the McKenzi Ann Loid Scholarship Fund.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2J44lik via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Link-Belt Cranes Work Overtime in Wolfcamp Shale

Wolfcamp and Bone Spring Formations of the Permian Basin in west Texas and New Mexico hold oil and gas reserves estimated at 46.3 billion barrels of oil. According to a fourth quarter 2018 U.S. Geological Society report, full production estimates through 2025 predict that by 2021 one in every six barrels of oil, globally, will come from the Permian Basin.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X4sYVI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Asphalt Care Earns Dynapac Top Ten Dealer Award

Dynapac presented Asphalt Care Equipment a 2018 Top Ten dealer award on June 13 at the dealer's facility in Bensalem, Pa. "Asphalt Care has been a great dealer of ours for a number of years and on an annual basis, we like to acknowledge our dealers across the United States and Canada that do an excellent job representing our products from a total comprehensive view — from small asphalt rollers, large asphalt rollers, pavers, soil compactors and especially with aftermarket and product support," said Brian Bieller, president of Dynapac North America.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IsIBxt via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

NJDOT, DVRPC Announce More Than $5.6M in Fed Grants

On May 24, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) in partnership with the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) announced the awarding of more than $5.6 million in 10 federal grants under the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) and Transportation Alternatives Set-Asides (TA Set-Asides) programs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZzgoL4 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

How to Evaluate Total Ownership Cost on Used Equipment

Purchasing a piece of used equipment can be a smart investment, but sometimes it's tough to know exactly what you're getting for the money. If you're searching on a used equipment site or buying at auction, you might find two comparably sized machines with comparable age and hours — yet one is priced lower.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2L3l2Nh via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

New Sox Triple-A Ballpark Nears Start of Construction

Gilbane-Hunt, a Joint Venture, has been named construction manager of the Canal District Ballpark, new home of the Red Sox Triple-A affiliate in Worcester, Mass. This multi-purpose, publicly owned Triple-A ballpark, located in Worcester's Canal District, will accommodate approximately 10,000 fans upon completion in 2021.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IYqf6i via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Nordic Aquafarms Names Construction Manager for Facility

Nordic Aquafarms Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Nordic Aquafarms, an international leader in land-based aquaculture, has named Gilbane Building Company in association with Landry French Construction, construction manager of the Nordic Aquafarms upland aquaculture facility in Belfast, Maine. The 850,000 GSF aquaculture production facility will be built in two phases, with the first phase expected to be operational in 2021.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2N1gwBB via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Work Stoppage Confronts Deadly Issue

Massachusetts construction companies and labor unions held work stoppages at project sites across the state on June 5 as their industry attempts to confront a high rate of fatal opioid overdoses among its ranks. Robert Petrucelli, CEO of the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts, a trade group that organized brief, opioid-focused talks at some 50 work sites from Boston to Springfield, said the local industry wasn't aware of the extent of the problem until recent studies revealed sobering statistics.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Fnart7 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Rhode Island's Newport Bridge Turns 50

In the late 1960s, college student Michael Gallogly spent two summers working as an oiler on the Newport Bridge. A half-century later, he recalls in vivid detail the men he encountered, including one Native American ironworker who stood on the barge's steel deck in front of the engine shacks. "A bright red hard hat with ‘Bethlehem Steel' stenciled on the side and the name ‘Lee' printed across the back covered his jet-black hair and leathery brown skin.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2NeA4mn via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

UVM Multi-Purpose Center Construction Ready to Begin

Construction on the University of Vermont's long-awaited Multi-Purpose Center project is under way, University officials announced May 18 at a small, ceremonial groundbreaking. The Department of Athletics and the UVM Foundation held the ceremony in front of Gutterson Fieldhouse to recognize some of the top donors to the project.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WVV3Ka via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Monroe Tractor CEO Janet Felosky Earns HOF Accolade

Janet Felosky, Monroe Tractor CEO, was inducted into SUNY Canton's Hall of Fame June 7, 2019, as a Distinguished Alumni. She was recognized for her accomplishments in business and leadership alongside seven other recipients. She received this accolade with her husband, Greg Felosky, and son, Chris Felosky, at her side.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IUpKKP via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Massachusetts Looks to Raise Commitment to Offshore Wind Projects

BOSTON (AP) Massachusetts officials are recommending the state double its commitment to offshore wind projects as part of an ongoing effort to transition the state toward more renewable energy sources. A report by the Department of Energy Resources calls for the state to move forward with an additional procurement of up to 1,600 MW of offshore wind capacity, or enough to power up to 1 million homes.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31K6f01 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

First South Coast Rail Early Action Construction Projects Begin in Mass.

South Coast Rail Early Action construction projects are under way to prepare for Phase 1 main line rail construction. The first visible active construction project is drainage culvert replacement along the right-of-way. The work includes drainage culvert repair and replacement, a railroad grade crossing upgrade and constructing wetlands as mitigation along the right-of-way.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2xbI3W5 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Hitachi ZW220-6 Covers All the Bases for Loader Versatility

The release of the ZW220-6 shows how Hitachi Construction Machinery Loader America has raised its sights to deliver productivity and efficiency for the most demanding owners and operators. The ZW220-6 is the first of Hitachi's new mid-sized wheel loaders in the Dash-6 Series, fully equipped to excel in the full range of duties expected from the top tier in this class.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WRoGMF via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

National Grid Seeks Permit to Build Transmission Line

Clear River Energy LLC and the Narragansett Electric Company, doing business as National Grid, are seeking a permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District to conduct work in waters of the United States in conjunction with constructing a transmission line, an energy center and upgrading a substation in the vicinity of Burrillville, R.I.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2xbHkEl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ASV Holdings Welcomes Barry Equipment as New Dealer

ASV Holdings Inc. , a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, has added Barry Equipment Co. Inc. to its dealer network. Barry Equipment will offer all ASV Posi-Track compact track loaders, including several new CTLs — the RT-25 and RT-40, small-frame CTLs and the VT-70 High Output, the company's newest vertical lift CTL offering maximum performance, productivity and serviceability.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WVCnKq via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Merlo's P50.18Plus — Power Plus Extra Stability

Merlo's new range of Panoramic telehandlers includes the P50.18Plus, which brings powerful stability to the construction market. This high capacity telehandler, with a lift height of 58 ft. 5 in. (17.8 m), a reach of 44 ft. (13.4 m), and load capacity of 11,000 lbs. (4,990 kg), has the added benefit of independent, front axle mounted stabilizers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WVzbTW via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Manitowoc Sells and Ships 1,000th Igo T 85

Manitowoc's manufacturing facility in Charlieu, France, has shipped its 1,000th Igo T 85. The landmark self-erecting crane has been sold to a customer in Benelux. The Igo T 85 was launched in 2008 and immediately rose in popularity across Europe, particularly in Germany and France. Since then, it has become well known in Asia and the United States.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31F3BZz via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Three Reasons Why a Diverse Workforce is the Best Workforce

Balance is always better when it comes to business. Which is why Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) embraces a culture that puts diversity and inclusion at the center of its success. With ever more targets to increase representation across all groups, Volvo CE finds out what diversity means to some of its talented pool of workers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XrhWcB via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Perkins Delivers More Power for Its EU Stage V Customers

Perkins newest dual-certified engine helps original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) comply with the EU Stage V's most stringent emission requirements. A collaborative approach drives Perkins to develop products based on each customers' unique wants and needs. So, when Stage V emission standards took effect earlier this year, it meant OEMs selling machines into the EU needed to upgrade their machines with new engines — many of which require high-power engines over 750 hp (560 kW), previously unregulated in the EU.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Rn6E3P via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Steelworks Service Provider Relies on Sennebogen

Innovation, safety and a reliable partner — that is what was important to the owner of Steelage, Jörgen Sassen. "We have been working with Sennebogen for a few years now. We were looking for the perfect balance in terms of price, performance, productivity and reliability that others in the market were not offering." They finally found the perfect match with their local Sennebogen dealer.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2RlGpdW via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Alex Lyon & Son Hosts Late-Model Equipment Auction

Customers arrived at Ahern Rentals' main equipment yard in Las Vegas on June 8 to find great deals on used late-model equipment at the Alex Lyon & Son auction. The sale featured high-quality, well-maintained equipment from Ahern's rental fleet. Up for bid were boom lifts, scissor lifts, excavators, motorgraders, loaders, backhoes, skid steers, paving equipment and more.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KsdCE6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Hobby Lobby Donates Acre of Land for Oklahoma City Transit Hub Plans

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Hobby Lobby is donating an acre of land for the proposed expansion of a commuter bus hub in southwest Oklahoma City. The national arts and crafts retailer's estimated $300,000 donation will help metro transit agency Embark relocate and expand the city's southwest location from two shelters to an open-air hub, said Michael Scoggins, an agency spokesman.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Rnfcre via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Applied Machinery Sales Now Carries Merlo Roto R50.35 S-Plus

The Merlo Roto R50.35 S-Plus, with its 115 ft. (35 m) lift, is now available in the United States. Offered exclusively to the U.S. market through Applied Machinery Sales and its dealers, the Roto50.35 S-Plus brings a newly engineered tilt cab with integrated controls, 89 ft. (27 m) reach, maximum capacity of 10,900lbs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2xa78Rf via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Black Hills Energy Begins Natural Gas System Project in Laramie Area

Black Hills Energy began construction of a new, 4.5-mi. natural gas pipeline June 3. The project provides customers with the additional reliability needed to meet growth in the Laramie area. "The city of Laramie and the University of Wyoming are experiencing a great deal of growth and this project provides reliability for our expanding community," said Rachael Sisneros, supervisor of gas operations in Laramie.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WOJBjr via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Oil, Gas Surge Spurs West Texas Road Work

As the oil and gas industry in West Texas continues to roar, the heavy activity of energy exploration and production translates to a constant flow of 80,000-lb. trucks traversing the roads in the state's Permian Basin. The vehicular workout foisted on Interstate 20, the east-west highway that runs through from the Texas city of Kent, near the New Mexico border, east to Louisiana, translates to a steady and ongoing maintenance schedule on the roads in and around Ward County.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2xdTOM5 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Nevada Copper Announces $115M to Advance Pumpkin Hollow Project

Nevada Copper Corp. , the 100 percent owner of the Pumpkin Hollow copper project announced the financial close of the previously announced $115 million credit facility with KfW IPEX-Bank GMBH, dated May 6, 2019. The net proceeds of drawdown will be used to advance the construction and development of the company's Pumpkin Hollow underground project.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2x9ZHcN via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

LiuGong NA Names Quality Fleet Service as New Dealer of Massachusetts, Connecticut Markets

LiuGong North America has announced Quality Fleet Service Inc. based in South Hadley, Mass., as the new LiuGong NA dealer of the Massachusetts and Connecticut regions. Established in 2005, Quality Fleet Service is a rapidly growing company specializing in the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of a wide variety of heavy equipment, on-highway trucks, industrial and marine engines, and generator sets.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WPv1YL via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

MB Crusher Adds Trinity Equipment to Dealer Network

With a $65 million fleet of rentals, Trinity Equipment is adding MB Crusher's attachments to its line. Breaking into the attachment industry is going to be a new but welcoming frontier for Trinity. With a knowledgeable and enthusiastic sales team, Trinity is a perfect partner for MB Crusher. During an open house in Trinity's hometown, Riverside, Calif., MB held a live demo of the BF90.3 S4, one of the attachments that Trinity will be adding to its fleet.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XZEkXt via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Kirby-Smith Promotes McNatt

Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. (KSM) has promoted Rebecca McNatt to director of construction technology. In this role, McNatt will be responsible for the growth and development of Komatsu Smart Construction and other equipment manufacturer technology programs offered through KSM. Smart Construction from Komatsu provides customers with equipment and services designed to increase production and accuracy, connecting all jobsite information involved in every phase of construction, from pre-construction to completion.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Is3wRl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

The Hooper Breaks Ground in Denver

The Hooper at 26th and Welton in Denver's historic Five Points neighborhood broke ground on April 24. This $31 million project is a new construction of a nine-story mixed use building with a restaurant/bookstore; two floors of office space; a fitness center (for use by nearby Rossonian hotel guests); and more than 100 apartment units.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XnI4Fl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ETI Launches Repair Facility to Expand Customer Service

An equipment dealer in northern Colorado is thinking about the entire world. Equipment and Trucks Inc. (ETI) has launched ETI Fluid Power — a hydraulic service and repair business — in Loveland, Colo., and will open a second location soon. The company eventually plans to service the United States with more centers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Zv1OnV via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

CDOT Makes Decision to Re-Route Road Around Massive 'Memorial Rock'

Instead of demolishing and hauling away an 8.5-million-pound boulder that contributed to the destruction of a section of Colorado Highway 145 between Cortez and Telluride on May 26, the Colorado Department of Transportation is instead going to re-route the roadway around it — and save $200,000 in the process, according to news reports.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2RloTGI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Trinity Equipment Hosts Open House, Raises Money for Vets

Trinity Equipment Inc. held a successful open house May 31 in Jurupa Valley, Calif. The day's activities featured live demos and tutorials with MB Crusher buckets and Haulotte USA aerial lifts. Aerial Certification and Forklift certification classes were offered throughout the day. Seminar sessions featured a question and answer pro session with product specialist experts representing Case, Komatsu, Mustang, Haulotte USA, Cat and Yanmar; Tier IV and Regeneration training; a business success seminar hosted by Junior Sandoval, owner of Trinity equipment rentals; and a question and answer seminar with Junior Sandoval and Richard Machado, Trinity service manager.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Krp3Me via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

AEM's $50,000 Celebratory Grant Program Now Accepting Nominations

In conjunction with its year long 125th Anniversary celebration, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is issuing five $10,000 grants to non-profit organizations who partner with AEM member companies and/or their distribution networks to cultivate the next generation of the equipment industry's workforce.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Rp73mo via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Flood Damage to Highways, Safety Awards Top June OTC Meeting Agenda

Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission's June 3 meeting include a special presentation with Gov. Kevin Stitt congratulating Oklahoma Department of Transportation crews for workplace safety, presentation of an award for ODOT's public transit program and recognition of an Oklahoma Department of Public Safety employee by ODOT.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IqMaUU via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Kobelco SK850LC-10 Delivers Superior Power, Performance for Heavy-Duty Jobs

Kobelco Construction Machinery USA's enhanced SK850LC-10 excavator is the largest Kobelco Generation 10 model and features cutting-edge power and efficiency capabilities to make downtime a thing of the past, according to the manufacturer. The SK850LC-10 is more durable than ever and able to withstand the rigors of the toughest job sites.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XZuC7t via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Rocky Mountain Power Begins New Wyoming Wind Projects

Rocky Mountain Power, local leaders and community members kicked off construction efforts on Energy Vision 2020 during a groundbreaking in Carbon County. The project includes three new Wyoming wind farms that will provide a total 1,150 MW of new wind, which represents a nearly 60 percent expansion of PacifiCorp's current owned and contracted wind fleet, as well as a 140-mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IqM9QQ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

FHWA Approves Full NEPA Assignment for Arizona DOT

A memorandum of understanding signed between the Federal Highway Administration and the Arizona Department of Transportation on April 16 allows the state to assume decision-making and legal responsibilities for meeting National Environmental Policy Act requirements for federal highway projects. The Arizona DOT noted it already has responsibility for NEPA decisions known as categorical exclusions involving projects found to not have significant environmental impacts under a separate agreement finalized with the FHWA in early 2018.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Zv1mWz via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

State OKs Funding for I-17 Flex Lanes

With planned Interstate 17 flex lanes between Black Canyon City and Sunset Point set for construction starting by 2021, the state budget provides the additional funding needed to also complete widening I-17 south of where the flex system will be built. This $130 million investment to complete new third lanes in both directions of I-17 between Anthem and Black Canyon City is one of many in the budget that will expand and preserve transportation infrastructure across Arizona.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XjmWQn via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

UA's $57M 'Success District' Aims to Support Students

Future students at the University of Arizona will reap the benefits of an area designed purely to ensure their achievement. Work began earlier this year on the Tucson campus of the Student Success District, a project that entails connecting three existing buildings and constructing one new building. The $57 million project integrates the Main Library, the Albert B.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZyxoB7 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

USDOT Announces $21M for Projects at 17 Airports in Arizona

On June 5, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced more than $840M in grants awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve infrastructure at airports throughout the country. This includes more than $21M to 17 airports throughout Arizona. The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) issues grants to public agencies and private owners for infrastructure improvement projects.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Fie83c via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

USDOT Announces $21M for Projects at 17 Airports in State

On June 5, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced more than $840M in grants awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve infrastructure at airports throughout the country. This includes more than $21M to 17 airports throughout Arizona. The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) issues grants to public agencies and private owners for infrastructure improvement projects.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Fi2tRU via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Four ADOT Projects Receive Partnering Excellence Awards

To address pavement damage from many harsh winters, the Arizona Department of Transportation engaged a contractor to rebuild a total of 10 mi. of Interstate 40 west of Williams near Devil Dog Road. In addition to the complexity of removing and replacing 5 mi. of freeway in each direction, challenges included minimizing impacts on travelers and communities while finishing as soon as possible around a winter hiatus when the weather made work impossible.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KYgoQP via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ADOT Extends I-11 Draft EIS Comment Period to July 8

Additional information that is part of the draft environmental document for the proposed Interstate 11 corridor, stretching from Nogales to Wickenburg, has been released. To provide sufficient time for community review of the entire draft environmental impact statement, the public comment period has been extended to July 8, providing a full 90 days of review from the draft's initial release.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Flmya6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Last Girder Set for South Mountain Freeway Interchange in West Phoenix

Two years after construction began on an interchange connecting Interstate 10 and the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway, crews have placed the final bridge girders needed for this huge Arizona Department of Transportation project in west Phoenix. The milestone occurred when Connect 202 Partners, the developer of the South Mountain Freeway, placed 21 concrete support beams, measuring up to 128 ft.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2MU2RfG via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ADOT SMF Update: Construction Progresses Along 59th Avenue

With all bridge girders in place, frontage road construction under way and an overpass built over railroad tracks, among other milestones, Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway construction continues advancing along the 59th Avenue alignment south of Interstate 10 (Papago Freeway) in west Phoenix. In the first half of 2019, crews working on this Arizona Department of Transportation project have made significant progress along the Papago segment between Interstate 10 and Lower Buckeye Road, including: Placing the last bridge girder, measuring 97 ft.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WR0PSa via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Former Empire Southwest President John O. Whiteman Passes Away at 79

John O. Whiteman, former president and chairman of Empire Southwest Co., passed away on May 30, 2019 at age 79. He is survived by his wife Betty, son Jeff Whiteman (Holly), daughter Christy Wilson (Jim), son Eric Whiteman (Sarah), stepsons Stephen Taylor (Todd), Christopher Taylor (Jenny), 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren and sister Jinx Patterson.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2MVnN66 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Lubbock's $125M Hope Tower Begins With Soft Demolition

A major overhaul of the healthcare facility profile in Lubbock, Texas, began earlier this year as Covenant Medical Center began construction on Hope Tower to replace an aging, outdated hospital with a campus spread out over five buildings. The $125 million, 220,000 sq. ft. project that began construction in April with the build out of the hospital's basement and lower basement, follows two years of site planning, including nine months of demolition work on the site.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WR4bEx via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

TxDOT El Paso District Celebrates Centennial

The TxDOT El Paso District celebrated 100 years in May. The district, which covers six counties (Brewster, Culberson, El Paso, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis and Presidio), is one of 25 TxDOT districts in the state, and is home to many Texas firsts, including the first diverging diamond intersection and in-pavement lighting located on Loop 375 and Spur 601; the first modern roundabouts on a state system at the intersection of Alameda Avenue (SH 20) and Paisano Drive; and the first and only state-owned international bridge.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2x2rcoG via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Bluewing Begins Construction

Bluewing Midstream LLC, a high-growth, bulk liquids terminal and logistics operator with operations in the Port of Brownsville, Texas, announced the start of construction for its Phase II Expansion Project to support growing customer demand. Upon completion, Phase II will add 300,000 barrels of new liquids storage capacity capable of handling gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and other petroleum products.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Rq4VL8 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ABC Applauds Passage of Law Ensuring Open Competition

Associated Builders and Contractors praised Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) for signing the Neutrality in State Government Contracting bill (HB 985), which protects Texas taxpayers by ensuring all of Texas' skilled construction workforce can compete on a level playing field for public works contracts to build projects utilizing state funding or credit.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2x4arcI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

FUSO Opens Newly Remodeled Academy Training Center

To support the launch of its new FUSO FE GAS truck and the industry-only production series FUSO eCanter all-electric truck, a complete remodel of the North American FUSO Academy Training Center was opened on June 17, 2019. This newly renovated facility represents 8,000 sq. ft. of hands-on technical training for FUSO dealerships across the United States and Canada.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KYWmFI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

TxDOT Awards Sterling $33M Kaufman Highway Project

Sterling Construction Company Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Texas Sterling Construction Co. , was selected by the Texas Department of Transportation to reconstruct an 8-mi. portion of Texas State Highway 34 near Kaufman, Texas. The $33 million project entails the reconstruction of an existing two-lane roadway into a new two-lane roadway with shoulders and includes the demolition and replacement of five existing bridge structures.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31F6KbJ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

DFW Airport, American Announce Sixth Terminal Plans

Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport and American Airlines have announced plans to develop a sixth terminal, providing a long-term commitment from the airline and opportunities for businesses and customers in the fastest growing region in the United States. The plans call for DFW to invest up to $3.0 to $3.5 billion in terminal improvements, including the construction of Terminal F and enhancements to Terminal C.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IPsZTO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Alexander Wolf & Son Receives New York Construction Legacy Award

Alexander Wolf & Son, a general contractor and construction manager in New York, has been selected to receive The New York Construction Legacy Award. The New York Construction awards recognize construction, design (architecture and engineering) and development industry leaders it honors as a select group of rapidly growing and innovative companies.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31FSfEw via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Texas Asphalt Pavement Association Shows Off Its New Administration, Training Facility at Open House in Buda

The Texas Asphalt Pavement Association held an open house for its newly expanded facilities in Buda, Texas, on June 6. About 150 paving industry personnel attended the event. The organization recently purchased a building adjacent to its existing headquarters just off I-35 south of Austin. The building was totally renovated to accommodate TXAPA's administrative offices.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IWwzLE via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Texas Transportation Commission OKs Funds for Airport Projects

The Texas Transportation Commission approved approximately $500,000 for the Hale County Airport. The funds will be used as reimbursement for the acquisition of a hangar. The project is being funded through the city of Plainview, Hale County and the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) Aviation Facilities Grant Program, which preserves and improves the state's general aviation system, including the Hale County Airport.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ISWHXI via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Facebook Builds Massive Solar Project in West Texas

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) Facebook is building a massive solar farm in West Texas that's believed to be one of the largest solar projects in the nation and the social media giant's first direct investment in renewable energy. Boston-based renewable energy developer Longroad Energy recently announced it was partnering with Facebook on the $416 million project, just as Facebook is finishing construction of a data center near Albuquerque.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31F32ij via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Holt Ventures Backs New Skills Training Company

Holt Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Holt Cat, participated in the $5.5 million Series A round of financing for Interplay Learning, a leading provider of online training for skilled trades using virtual reality (VR) and 3D simulations. Holt Ventures participated in the Series A round alongside SJF Ventures, Sierra Ventures, Wild Basin Investments, Shelter Capital Partners, Shasta Ventures.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ISWCTU via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Fluor JV Wins $1.7B I-635 LBJ East Infrastructure Project

Fluor Corporation announced that the Fluor-led joint venture company composed of Fluor and Balfour Beatty Infrastructure Inc. was selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to design and construct the I-635 LBJ East Project in Dallas. The Fluor team's scope of work includes the widening and full reconstruction of about 11 mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IK7Rhq via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

John Deere 850L Dozer Pushes Productivity to the Next Level

Designed to meet the demanding needs of today's earth movers, the new John Deere 850L dozer boasts the productivity, reliability and durability customers expect in a production dozer. A few of the customer-inspired updates include a larger displacement engine, increased operating weight, new operator station and several improvements to maximize reliability and durability.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WPixp8 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

LBX Opens Customer Experience Center in Lexington, Kentucky

LBX held a grand opening for its new customer experience center on June 13. The new facility is located on 25 acres in the Citation Business Park on Remington Way in Lexington, Ky. Company officials have said the operation will accommodate customer experience programs, including dealer training, product demonstrations and community events.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2N338Nc via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Allen Introduces PRO430E Walk-Behind Trowel

Allen, a leader in concrete finishing equipment, announced the debut of the 2019 PRO430E edger walk-behind trowel. This new trowel features a rotating edge ring that is perfect for troweling along the edges of walls or around protruding pipe and conduit, according to the manufacturer. Allen is bringing the PRO430E back by popular demand.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WM0v20 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

For ABC Recycling Buying New Proves as Easy as 1-2-3

Adam Blank had used an old forestry crane for years to move scrap metal around his business northwest of Atlanta. Using the log-loader worked well enough, he said, and kept him from having to invest a lot of money on a newer machine. Eventually, though, as ABC Recycling in Marietta, Ga., grew in volume, Blank began to weigh the pros and cons of acquiring a more up-to-date piece of equipment — one that was designed specifically for lifting and placing heavy steel scrap.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KpjAFp via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Gulf Shores Town Weathers Legal Storm for Project

Situated at the water's edge of Biloxi Bay on the southernmost flank of the United States, Ocean Springs, Miss., is a community of 17,000 people and two beaches. Since 2010, East Beach — the smaller of the city's sand-and-water recreational areas — has been embroiled in a legal challenge over the building of a sidewalk.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XUq7v1 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Jeff Martin Auctioneers Hosts Large Public Auction for Blanchard Machinery Company in West Columbia, S.C.

On May 30, Jeff Martin Auctioneers held a large public auction for Blanchard Machinery Company consisting of 50,000-plus surplus used and remanufactured Caterpillar parts spread over more than 1,300 lots in West Columbia, S.C. The equipment included buckets, forks, transmissions, engines, rollers, hammers and more.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WUp2XT via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

South Carolina's Booming Paving Industry Creates 1,000 New Jobs

A partnership is a great concept, and when it works it's almost magic. That magic is happening right now in the South Carolina asphalt pavement industry. Like many states, South Carolina faces crumbling infrastructure due to years of neglect. Unlike other states, however, South Carolina decided to be proactive and do something about it.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KlSak0 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ASV Bolsters Dealer Network in First Quarter of 2019

ASV Holdings Inc. , a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, added new dealers to its dealer network in Q1 of 2019 — King Hydraulic Inc. and Barry Equipment Co. Inc. , plus a location for Northwoods Hydraulic & Equipment Inc. The new dealers will offer all ASV Posi-Track compact track loaders, including several new CTLs — the RT-25and RT-40, small-frame CTLs and the VT-70 High Output, the company's newest vertical lift CTL offering maximum performance, productivity and serviceability.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2RmdzKv via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

'The Yellowhammer State' Highway Project Lettings

The Alabama State Department of Transportation received bids for transportation-related improvement projects. Following is a list of some of the projects let. County: Houston Contract ID: 20190125003 Project: Additional lanes. Location: On SR 210 (Ross Clark Circle) from south of Bauman Drive to south of SR 12 (U.S.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2MNiFRm via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Deteriorated Roads Cost Birmingham Drivers Over $1,800 Per Year

Roads and bridges that are deteriorated, congested or lack some desirable safety features cost the average Birmingham area driver $1,846 per year — a total of $5.3 billion statewide — due to higher vehicle operating costs, traffic crashes and congestion-related delays, according to a recent report from TRIP, a Washington, D.C.-based national nonprofit transportation research organization.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XKN2cc via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Work Advances on $1.6B Auto Factory in Huntsville

In a construction milestone, crews have installed the first beam of the new, $1.6 billion Mazda Toyota plant in Huntsville, Ala. The erection of the manufacturing facility is well under way, with 2,500 workers projected to be on site by late summer. "Mazda Toyota Manufacturing U.S.A. [MTMUS] will assure competitiveness in manufacturing, allowing us to respond quickly to market changes and help ensure sustainable growth for both automakers as we continue our efforts in the future of mobility," said Mark Brazeal, MTMUS vice president of administration.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IjRTMl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

GOMACO Appoints Yancey Bros. Co., as New Georgia Distributor

GOMACO Corporation announced the recent appointment of Yancey Bros. Co. as the authorized GOMACO distributor of the state of Georgia. Yancey will provide sales and service for GOMACO's full line of concrete construction products. The appointment was made by Kent Godbersen, vice president of worldwide sales and marketing, GOMACO Corporation.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XLuGYC via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Efficiency Production Unveils Octagon-Configured Aluminum Modular Build-A-Box Trench Shield

Efficiency Production, "America's Trench Box Builder," unveils the newest innovation to its Build-A-Box modular aluminum trench shielding system: a lightweight, aluminum Octagon Box. The Octagon Box is comprised of standard Build-A-Box aluminum panels, pinned in 135-degree angle vertical posts.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2wTmQ3o via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Volvo Launches Haul Assist With On-Board Weighing in North America to Optimize Hauler Loads

Volvo Construction Equipment continues to add to its portfolio of productivity services with the North American launch of Haul Assist, a system that shows how much material an articulated hauler has moved, providing operators data and real-time insights to help achieve optimal payloads and improve productivity.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Ie3VXk via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Protect Your Equipment From the Summer Heat

When most of us picture vehicle breakdowns, we think of wintry temperatures and snowdrifts. But for those in the heavy industries, hot weather can cause just as much wear and tear on vehicles and equipment. Here are some tips for preparing your construction equipment for use in the summer heat, and some reminders about how to keep your assets and your people safe from sweltering temperatures.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KgsDJ1 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Metso Acquires McCloskey to Accelerate Growth in Aggregates

Metso has signed an agreement to acquire McCloskey International, a Canadian mobile crushing and screening equipment manufacturer, to expand Metso's offering in the aggregates industry globally and to strengthen the customer reach especially to general contractor customers. The mobile aggregate equipment market is expected to grow by four to six percent annually during 2019 to 2023, driven by the underlying road construction spend.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2F9N3iq via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Demag CC 3800 Crawler Cranes Remove Rotor Blades From Enercon E-126 Wind Turbine Using Tandem Lifts

On behalf of Enercon, Belgian crane service provider Aertssen removed the 79 ton (72 t), 190 ft. (58 m) long rotor blades from an Enercon E-126 wind turbine at a height of approximately 446 ft. (136 m) for maintenance. However, what may sound like a routine job was actually a tricky challenge, and it was only the team's extensive experience and two Demag CC 3800 lattice boom crawler cranes that enabled them to successfully carry out the corresponding lifts.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2XFEDqz via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Inc. Promotes Jason Welch

Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Inc. , recently promoted Jason Welch to WorkSight Solutions manager. In this role, Welch will lead the charge to offer competitive and innovative solutions to customers related to Machine Technology. This will include, but is not limited to, grade control, remote diagnostics, proactive machine monitoring, telematics and data analytics.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2wP40u3 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Waste Connections Inc. — Midway Division — Safety and Efficiency Drive Chicago-Area Landfill

When consumers are finished using an item, it typically ends up on the curb ready for garbage collection. With more than 100 landfills in 43 states, Waste Connections Inc., is the third largest waste services company in the United States — and an increasingly safe bet as that item's final resting place.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2IHWxmi via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

RMS Rentals Hosts 2019 Paving Expo

The 2019 Paving Expo was once again a success. The annual event hosted April 9, by RMS Rentals in Savage, Minn., was well attended by a number of contractors from the metro area. LeeBoy, Roadtec, Wacker Neuson and Gradall equipment were featured with In-the-Iron product presentations held throughout the day.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2MIOv1E via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Franklin Equipment Kicks Off Skid Steer Rodeo Series

Contestants were required to complete a series of skill challenges in the timed rodeo competition. Franklin Equipment kicked of its summer series of skid steer rodeo events May 30 with an open house at the company's Columbus superstore in Groveport, Ohio. The event marked the first in a series of seven events to be held in Indianapolis, Wisconsin, Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee, which will culminate with a skid steer rodeo finals event held at the GIE+Expo in Louisville, Ky., on Oct.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KfFR8A via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Work Continues on Final Section of I-69 Project

Work on the last section of an Indiana interstate project is underway. With an estimated cost of $1.5 billion, the 27-mi. I-69 Interstate extension to connect Indianapolis to Evansville is the most expensive of all six sections, coming with a price tag more expensive than all the previous five sections combined.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WFVvke via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Crane, Bulldozer Partner to Set Cantilever Bridge

Cranes and bulldozers rule different realms: one, the air and the other, land. It's not every day they collaborate on setting a bridge, but they did just that for a temporary cantilever bridge in Aurora, N.C., earlier this year. The 125-ft. span is needed to maintain traffic flow on Route 33 over Campbell Creek while the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) replaces the permanent bridge.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WA2vu2 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Tri-State Bobcat Hosts Attendees, Showcases Product Lines at Open Houses Spanning Three Locations, Two States

Tri-State Bobcat recently held open houses in Burnsville, Minn., on April 25, Little Canada, Minn., on May 2 and Hudson, Wis., on May 9, with hundreds of attendees, great weather and good food. Attendees had the chance to meet with knowledgeable Tri-State staff, as well as manufacturer product reps for their compact, lift and rental product lines.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WyQh51 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ascendum Group Celebrates Global, Domestic Milestones With Torch-Lighting, Visits to 15 U.S. Branch Locations

Ascendum's corporate kick off. Ascendum Group is celebrating two significant milestones in 2019 – the 60th anniversary of the global dealership's founding in central Portugal, along with 15 years of business here in the United States. To commemorate the past six decades in operation, Ascendum commissioned a piece of art resembling a torch that was sent to all of the international territories that the company maintains a presence.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2R9fqCc via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Inc. Appoints Bill Buckles New President

Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Inc. recently announced the selection of Bill Buckles to serve as the new president of the company. This follows the recent notice of retirement of President Tom Udland. Based in Murphy's corporate headquarters, located in Park City, Kan., Buckles will provide leadership to the company to implement market leading solutions in machines and product support to customers.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X8qXqS via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Prillaman's Crane & Rigging Co. Adds Liebherr LTM 1090-4.2 Mobile Crane to Fleet

One day after taking delivery of a Liebherr LTM 1090-4.2 mobile crane, Prillaman's Crane & Rigging put it on a job, supporting inspection work on rides at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, in Virginia. "What the crane does well is reaching the highest in confined spaces," said owner Paul Prillaman. "We're always working tightly around the park rides.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2RfFA6w via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Frey & Sons Hosts Sale for Contractors in Columbus, Ohio

Frey & Sons Auctioneers conducted an absolute auction in Columbus, Ohio, on May 31, for the Shelly Company and other area contractors. The auction featured a variety of asphalt paving equipment along with excavators, skid steers and other construction equipment as well as a large selection of trucks and transport equipment.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X8qPro via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ironhide Equipment to Open New Grand Forks Customer Service Center

Ironhide Equipment, a Bobcat dealership, formally broke ground on a new customer service center the week of June 3, in Grand Forks, S.D. The new Ironhide center, which is much larger than the current Grand Forks facility, will allow the organization to improve workflow and serve more machines so as to improve on the high level of service Ironhide is already known for, according to the company.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KKy81Z via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

KutTech Brings 'Old School' Knowledge to Next Generation of Tree Care Technology With Sennebogen 718

Rob Frost learned his trade literally from the ground up, but now he feels that he is on the leading edge of tree care technology. Frost's business, KutTech LLC, is based in the greater Boston area and now serves an expanding region with specialized services in urban forestry and land clearing. Frost's grandfather led the family into the tree care industry in 1969, following a stint in the Navy, and his father followed suit through the 1980s and ‘90s.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31vpWZw via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Ransome Attachments Brings Gyru-Star Screening Bucket to U.S.

Ransome Attachments has inked a deal to distribute the U.K.-based Gyru-Star compact screening bucket in the United States. The company anticipates strong demand, especially from its landscaping, forestry, pipeline and utility construction clients. "Many of our customers are looking for cost-effective attachments that can do more with less," said Eric Ransome, Ransome Attachments owner.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2MPu0k2 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Takeuchi Announces Parman Tractor & Equipment As New Dealer Serving Tennessee

Takeuchi-US has announced Parman Tractor & Equipment as a new dealer. Located in Nashville, Tenn., Parman will provide sales, service, parts and rental to customers throughout Tennessee. In April, Parman Holdings Corp. acquired Cumberland Tractor & Equipment. Before this transaction, Parman had exclusively been a petroleum products distribution company.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WFeuM3 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Deutz Service Center Chicago Expands Territory, Becomes Deutz Power Center Great Lakes

Deutz Service Center Chicago will now be known as Deutz Power Center Great Lakes. The facility, which has served customers in northern and east central Illinois and northern Indiana since September 2017, has expanded its coverage area to include Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Wolter Power, the previous authorized distributor of Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula will now serve as an authorized Deutz dealer, supported by Deutz Power Center Great Lakes.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2wPphUl via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Genie Names New Sales Executives in North America

Terex AWP announced the appointment of Joshua Meyer to the role of Genie vice president of North American sales, as well as the promotions of Doug Evans and Rick Penkert as Genie regional vice presidents. In these roles, these gentlemen will represent the Genie brand in the marketplace and will play a significant role in ensuring the voice of the customer continues to be reflected within the Genie organization, according to the company.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZjBVHo via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

PIRTEK USA Continues to Expand With Launch of Hose Service in Rockford, Ill.

PIRTEK Rockford, which provides onsite hydraulic and industrial hose service to businesses in Rockford, Ill., is now open for business. Bert Banaszak, new owner of the mobile-only service, previously served as a branch manager at another PIRTEK location in the Chicago area. With the addition of PIRTEK Rockford, there are now six PIRTEK locations in Illinois and 85 across the country.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WHIRl6 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Mack Defense Presents U.S. Army with Keys to First M917A3 Heavy Dump Trucks

Mack Defense celebrated the official handover of the first five Mack Granite model-based M917A3 heavy dump trucks (HDT) to the U.S. Army during a ceremony at the Mack Customer Center. Leadership from Mack Defense presented the keys to officials with the U.S. Army in front of attendees, including several representatives of local and state-elected officials.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WD5rLk via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

University of Delaware Invests $60M in Stadium Renovation, Athletic Center

In an effort to rebuild and reinvest in its sports facilities, officials at the University of Delaware (UD) are overseeing a stadium renovation and preparing for construction of a new athletic center. The projects are part of a $60 million initiative for athletics, one of the priorities of Delaware First: The Campaign for the University of Delaware.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2MDxWnT via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Grove's GRT655 A Perfect Choice for Philadelphia's Riverwalk Project

B. Pietrini and Sons, based in King of Prussia, Pa., added a Grove GRT655 to its fleet to complete the Riverwalk Project in Philadelphia. The rough terrain crane, which is helping construct the first few levels of a 28-story and a 32-story residential building, will be onsite through the completion of the first four floors of the two buildings.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2R37BOi via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

KLEMM Drilling Rig Anchors Mixed-Use Development

A KLEMM KR 807-7G drilling rig worked discretely in the shadows of a shoring wall on a busy job site traversed by heavy equipment in the budding metropolis of Tysons Corner, Va. Berkel & Company Contractors had already installed six tieback anchors before lunch on this picture-perfect morning in late April 2019.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2X0P0Ie via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Building Skills New York Celebrates 500th Worker

Building Skills NY, an organization dedicated to providing typically underemployed minority New Yorkers a path to success by connecting them with quality construction training programs and job placements, announced its 500th construction placement on May 17. To celebrate the occasion, Building Skills staff surprised an entire job site with sandwiches at the 881 Erskine Street at the Fountain Seaview Development project in Brooklyn.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31p2bSw via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Disaster Bill Provides $1.6B to FHWA Emergency Relief Program

President Donald Trump signed into law H.R. 2157 – the "Additional Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief Act of 2019" – on June 6 that provides $19.1 billion to cover recovery and other costsassociated with a series of catastrophic disasters that have struck the United States over the past three years.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KBS72I via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Long-Awaited Project Begins in Western Maryland

A long-awaited design-build project has finally begun near Grantsville, Md., which is in Garrett County, the western-most part of the state. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) project involves the realignment of U.S. Route 219 (Chestnut Ridge Road) between I-68 (National Freeway) and Old Salisbury Road.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2EY14Qg via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Largest Construction Contract in TNDOT History Now Under Way

The largest construction contract in Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) history is currently underway near Nashville, utilizing the unique process of rubblization, which is new to the area. According to the project website, the reconstruction of Interstate 440, from Interstate 40 to Interstate 24 in Davidson County, includes removing substandard pavement and providing three lanes of travel in each direction for approximately 7.6 mi.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZeQufn via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

CONSOL Energy Announces Development of Itmann Mine

CONSOL Energy Inc. has commenced the development of a new low-vol metallurgical coal mining operation in Wyoming County, W.V., with an anticipated completion date of 2021. "We are very pleased to announce the commencement of the Itmann Mine project, our first major growth initiative," said Jimmy Brock, chief executive officer of CONSOL Energy Inc.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2F1yfCB via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Eight Tips When Evaluating a High-Hour Used Machine

When looking for a used piece of equipment, you may ask yourself if it's smarter to invest in one with low hours. But the answer to that question isn't always black and white. For one, many people might assume too quickly that a wheel loader with 2,000 hours is in better shape than one with 8,000 hours — but that's not necessarily the case.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WvFSfg via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Husqvarna LP 9505 Boosts Productivity in Challenging Trenches

Husqvarna's LP 9505 is a powerful, easy-to-operate trench compactor that delivers productivity in demanding trench compaction jobs, according to the manufacturer. The LP 9505's high operating weight enables efficient compaction without vibration, from the initial static passes all the way to the finish.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WsvDDq via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

John Deere 470G LC Excavator Now Features Grade Guidance Technology

Power and precision converge with the new grade guidance technology-equipped John Deere 470G LC excavators. First introduced for the 210G LCand 350G LC excavators, John Deere developed this solution in cooperation with Topcon Positioning Group. The integrated grade guidance system provides the operator with the bucket's location in relation to a 2D reference or 3D design surface.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2MtQFlr via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Felling Trailers Implements Weld Standard

One of Felling Trailers Inc.'s core values is to be an innovative solutions provider which fosters a work environment that thrives on continuous improvement. As a trailer manufacturer known for quality that is second to none, it was an essential piece to its production process to create and implement a weld quality standard that all Felling products would adhere to.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZbYEoG via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ECA Names Service Managers in U.S., Canada

Equipment Corporation of America (ECA), a distributor of specialty foundation equipment, has named several service managers at its branches in the United States and Canada. Chris McCune has been promoted to service manager at ECA Pittsburgh after working as a service technician at the branch since 2016.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2EWYcTX via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

State Line Auto Auction Holds Semi-Annual Sale in New York

On May 18, State Line Auto Auction held its semi-annual heavy construction and farm equipment sale at its massive auction facility in Waverly, N.Y. State Line Auto Auction, which was founded in 1981 by the Barber family, has grown into one of the most respected, family-owned automobile auction houses in the northeast selling on average more than 1,200 vehicles each week.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Za4I1a via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Cropac Equipment Adds Several New Terex Tower Cranes

Cropac Equipment with locations throughout Atlantic and eastern Canada continues to see a growing demand for tower cranes throughout its territory and recently invested in several new Terex tower cranes. The order includes: Terex SK 415-20 hammerhead tower cranes Terex CTT 132-6, CTT 332-16 and CTT 472-20 flat top tower crane models Terex CTL 260-18 luffing jib tower cranes Cropac Business Development Manager James Graham said the company added a significant amount of tower cranes to its inventory in the last 12 months, and expects to add many more in the future.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2EUjlOw via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Genie 'Ask Me Anything' Event to Address New North American MEWP Standards

Genie invites customers to ask questions and get answers about the ANSI A92.22-2018 (United States) and CSA B354.7:17 (Canada) standards changes during its upcoming "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) event, June 10 to 14, 2019. When the new standards to go into effect, these changes will create a new "normal" for mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs), formerly known as aerial work platforms (AWPs).... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2ZcciIM via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Caterpillar Dealer Leaves Business as Usual Behind

Carter Machinery is the deep-rooted Cat dealer of Virginia and West Virginia. Carter was founded in 1952, continuing the legacy of Caterpillar machines that have served Virginia since 1928. While Carter is extremely proud of its more than 90-year history of going above and beyond for customers, its not resting on its laurels either.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WSQap2 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Construction Work to Begin on New $93M Hotel in D.C.

A 247-room Holiday Inn Express hotel will break ground in Washington, D.C.'s Mount Vernon Triangle neighborhood. Birchington LLC, owned by Habte Sequar, closed on a construction loan from Atlanta-based Stonehill Strategic Capital to commence construction on the $93 million project. Projected to open in the fourth quarter of 2020, the 14-story hotel will be located at 317 K St., NW on the northeast corner of 4th and K.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2KtHgYJ via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Kristin Parker Relishes Leadership Role at Ascendum

Ascendum Machinery general manager Kristin Parker didn't want to wear a suit every day. The buttoned-up apparel wasn't the only thing she found restricting. Her parents wore suits every day to banking and finance jobs. After graduating summa cum laude from Western Carolina University with her MBA, she interviewed with Bank of America in Charlotte — a sea of suits.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Kxbqu7 via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Candor Spurs Brookside Equipment Sales' Success

Brothers, Roger and Dan McHugh worked at a junkyard owned by their father, Al McHugh. There, they gained invaluable knowledge of selling cars and parts and purchasing at auctions. At one auto auction, they decided to take a risk and bought a backhoe, which they were able to quickly sell after placing it at the front of the junkyard.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/31gHmZM via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Massachusetts Communities Hit by Gas Blasts Receive $80M to Repair Infrastructure

ANDOVER, Mass. (AP) The utility blamed for a series of natural gas explosions in Massachusetts in September has agreed to pay $80 million to three communities to cover road repairs and other associated costs of the disaster, officials announced May 7. The explosions and fires Sept. 13 in Lawrence, Andover and North Andover were triggered by over-pressurized gas lines.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WN69Ff via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Tight Environmental Restrictions Mark Haverhill Bridge $102M Reconstruction

A four-year project to widen and replace bridges for Interstate 495 north and south over the Merrimack River in Haverhill, Mass., began in September and will be completed in May 2022. The northbound portion of the bridge will be rebuilt before the existing portion is demolished and will be followed by the completion of the southbound portion.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2QSBWix via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

Governor Unveils Infrastructure Plan With Balanced Budget Bill

Gov. Ned Lamont (D) released the working draft of a Transportation Infrastructure Investment plan on May 21 ahead of a proposed special legislative session that would focus solely on transportation and economic development. The governor said in a statement that he believes his infrastructure investment proposal provides a "a solid foundation from which to build upon" during the special session and directed Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Joe Giulietti and his staff to "make themselves available" to answer any questions anyone might have about it.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Wezp3m via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

ELS Founder William F. 'Bill' Duffy Dies

William F. "Bill" Duffy, of Woburn, formerly of Winchester, passed peacefully on May 7, 2019. Raised in Revere to the late Lester Duffy and Anna (Cronin), Mr. Duffy was the beloved husband of the late Mary E. (O'Connor) and the loving father of Bridget Doron and her husband Robert of Reading, and David Duffy and Meghan Murphy of Medford.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2WnPPLE via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

MaineDOT Addresses High Costs With Revised Schedule

The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) is revising its construction advertising schedule as part of its efforts to reconcile surging construction costs with available funding. "[In early May], we announced that we were making a course correction. We rejected bids on three projects because the bids had greatly exceeded our anticipated costs.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Wn4OAV via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

NHDOT Wins Award for East Kingston Bridge Project

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) announced the East Kingston, N.H. 107A Bridge rehabilitation project has been awarded the 2018 Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement (OCEA) Award. This award is given annually by the American Society of Civil Engineers — New Hampshire Section (ASCE-NH) to an engineering project "that demonstrates excellence in engineering skills and represents a significant contribution to mankind and engineering progress." The $1.5M rehabilitation of the bridge along NH 107A, originally constructed in 1937, was completed in just 25 days.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2Il5oKg via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company

JCB Dealer Network Expands in Canada with ReadyQuip JCB

ReadyQuip JCB is the newest addition to JCB's growing North American dealer network. The new JCB dealership operates from ReadyQuip's premises at 3088 Riverside Drive in Timmins, Ontario, to sell and support JCB machines throughout eastern Ontario, including Algoma, Cochrane, Greater Sudbury and Timiskaming.... from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8246474 http://bit.ly/2HXnanO via Inchiriere buldozere - Tuscher & Milas Company