By Chuck MacDonald CEG CORRESPONDENT
Large construction projects rely on teamwork for success. One such successful undertaking is bringing new life to a large intelligence
agency located in St. Louis. The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is spread out in several locations around the city, some of
By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
Rising highway construction costs are draining more dollars from BIL funds allocated for federal transportation projects across the country. The FHWA admits that what can be purchased today with BIL funds earmarked in 2021 is markedly less that what was pledged. Those construction costs rose an “unprecedented” 26 percent in 2022. The record annual increase was 20 percent in 2005, said the agency. see COSTS page 46
This prestigious recognition places McCann Industries among the top dealers nationwide who have demonstrated exceptional performance in sales, service, parts,
ACS Group and HOCHTIEF, the respective owners of Dragados and Flatiron, announced that they have agreed on key terms for the combination of the two companies.
Effective Aug. 5, 2024, RDO Equipment Co. is the official Wirtgen Group dealer in Minnesota, offering equipment, parts and service at the seven RDO construction equipment stores across the state.
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Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. has announced Kelly Shuffield has been promoted to vice president of service; Wade Gaines to vice president of parts and product support sales; and Jeff Lechus to director of service of cranes and lifting.
20 NEW EQUIPMENT ON DISPLAY AT MACALLISTER CAT OPEN HOUSE
MacAllister CAT welcomed approximately 150 customers to an open house event at its MacAllister Rentals facility at 2808 W. Coliseum Blvd. in Fort Wayne, Ind., on Aug. 1.
28 MICHIGAN CAT HOSTS THREE DAYS OF OPEN HOUSE EVENTS
Michigan CAT held three open houses over the span of three days — July 30 to Aug. 1 — at its Grand Rapids, Lansing and Novi, Mich., locations. A combined 600 guests attended the three events.
30 KOMATSU ACHIEVES AUTONOMOUS MILESTONES IN MINING INDUSTRY
With a fleet of more than 750 autonomous haul trucks commissioned worldwide, Komatsu customers have hauled more than 10 billion metric tons of material and are adding to that milestone.
34 BOMAG NAMES HAYDEN-MURPHY ITS NEW FULL-LINE DEALER IN MINNESOTA
BOMAG Americas announced Hayden-Murphy Equipment Company as the new dealer in Minnesota for the manufacturer’s asphalt roller, paving, milling and recycling/stabilizing equipment lines.
37 CHOOSING THE BEST DRUM MULCHER FOR LAND MANAGEMENT NEEDS
Each type of drum mulcher is tailored for different functions and comes with its own advantages. To assist in the selection process, following is an overview of model differences, features and benefits.
42 EQUIP EXPOSITION EXHIBIT SPACE SOLD OUT FOR OCTOBER SHOW
Every inch of exhibit space for Equip Exposition to be held in the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC) Oct. 15 to18, 2024 has now been sold, announced show organizers.
68 AEM HELPS FELLING CELEBRATE 50 YEARS OF MANUFACTURING
Felling Trailers took the opportunity to celebrate its 50th anniversary and team member appreciation with the AEM Manufacturing Express, gathering employees to celebrate the company’s history and continued development.
69 ARA COMPLETES IMPACT PROJECT, DONATES $20,000 IN CHICAGO
The ARA Foundation and The Toro Company Foundation in collaboration with United Way of Metro Chicago donated volunteers and equipment to clean up and transform the grounds of CFICE in Chicago, Ill., on July 23.
72 FELLING ANNOUNCES 2024 ‘TRAILER FOR A CAUSE’ AUCTION DATES
Felling Trailers Inc. is hosting its 12th annual online auction of an FT-3 drop deck utility trailer to support a nonprofit organization. The 2024 beneficiary is Backing the Blue Line.
2005 HYPAC C766
2022 Case SV280B, 171 Hours, S/N JAFSV280HMM403668, CAB/AIR/HEAT, HYDRAULIC COUPLER, 72" GP BUCKET, 2 SPEED, RADIO, EXCELLENT CONDITION
2022 Case TR340B, JAFTR340AMM403705, 148 Hours, Cab/Air, 2 Speed, Hyd Coupler, 84” GP
2023 Case TR270B, S/N JAFTR270LNM421971, 281 Hours, CAB/AIR/HEAT, E-H CONTROLS, HYDRAULIC COUPLER, 78" GP BUCKET, RIDE CONTROL, SELF LEVEL, HIGH FLOW HYDRAULICS, REARVIEW CAMERA, PREMIUM DISPLAY MODULE, FULL MACHINE WARRANTY UNTIL 1-30-25, JUST SERVICED READY TO GO $59,000
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2023 Case 521G, S/N NNF254914, 73 Hrs, Cab/Air/Heat, Ride Control, Deluxe Cab, JRB Coupler, 2.5 Yard GP Bkt, Third Valve,
2020 Case SV280, 2771 Hours, Cab/Air/Heat, S/N JAFSV280HLM485383, Hyd Coupler, 72” GP Bucket, 2 Speed, Self Level, Ride Control, Radio, Serviced & ready to work $39,900
McCann Rents a full line of heavy and light construction equipment. Call us today to supply your next rental.
SAKAI SV544T - ’18, approx. 350 hrs, 83” padfoot drum w/smooth drum kit, #C001431
SAKAI SW770HF - ‘17 w/approx. 1550 hours, 67” drum, tier III Isuzu engine, fleet machine $69,450
WACKER RD12 - approx. 280 hrs, 36” drum, Honda engine, ROPS, #C002618 $10,500 SAKAI SW300 - approx. 450 hrs, 39” drum, #C000211 $26,850
*Comes with any remaining standard and 3 year extended power train warranty.
Superior DT74J - ’20, approx.. 850 hrs. AC, side shift, #C002327 $63,700
RP190 - ‘13, approx.. 6200
EZIV
ROADTEC RP195 PAVER - ’08, approx. 8890 hrs. Carlson EZIV 10 screed, Moba grade & slope controls
Liebherr A904C Wheeled Excavator - ‘16, approx 550 Hrs, 2-piece boom, pin grabber coupler, aux hyd ..................................
$P.O.R.
Liebherr R946 - ‘14, approx.. 800 Hrs, 12’6” stick, QC66 coupler, aux. hyd
$P.O.R.
ASTEC GT104 - ‘17, 325 Hrs, 5.25cyd Hopper, 4’x9’ Top & Bottom Screens, #C001154
$161,700
AGGREGATE EQUIPMENT
JCI K400, (’06), Portable Cone Crusher, 400 HP Elec, 42”x30” Feed Conveyor, #40236 $295,000
BROOMS
SUPERIOR BROOM DT74J, (‘18), 1,017 Hrs, noise level in cab, rear leaf spring susp., #C003649 $39,000
GROVE GHC85, (’23), 164 Hrs, #C005208 $CALL
GROVE GHC130, (’19), 932 Hrs, 130-ton lift capacity, #C004141 ................................................$1,099,000
BOMAG BM600 - ‘16, 565 Hrs, 24” Drum, Load Out Conveyor $174,000
BOMAG BM1200/35 - ‘15, 1150 Hrs, 4’ Drum, 3’ Also Available, Front Conveyor, #C000846 $298,000
Roadtec RX-100 - ‘18 w/475 Hrs, 20” drum, #C001554 $185,900
ASTEC GT205MF – ’17, approx. 1800 hrs, 5x20 top deck w/high frequency bottom deck, #C001180
$275,000
Roadtec RP190 – ’13, 5860 hrs, Carlson EZIV 10-19’ screed w/12” ext, #C001909 ....$48,000
items may be on rent causing pricing and
GROVE GRT880, (’22), 807 Hrs, 80-ton lift capacity, #C005002
$885,850
GROVE GRT880, (’18), 2,476 Hrs, 80-ton lift capacity, #C004982
$628,750
LIEBHERR TA230 LITRONIC, (‘23), 361 Hrs, #C005550
$CALL
LIEBHERR TA230 LITRONIC, (‘23), 367 Hrs, #C005511
$CALL
LIEBHERR L550 XPOWER, (’17), an innovative machine concept which combines performance, fuel efficiency, robustness and comfort. With their power split driveline, XPower wheel loaders work with the greatest level of efficiency in all applications, #C003118
$159,000
LIEBHERR R920 COMPACT LITRONIC, (‘18), 253 Hrs, w/Werk-brau pin grabber coupler, medium & high pressure aux. hydraulic circuits, pattern changer, #C003330 $CALL
LIEBHERR R934 LITRONIC, (‘23), 300 Hrs, The new R934 weighs approx. 35 tons, completely updated design is characteristic of the new range of "generation 8" machines, #C005399 $CALL
LIEBHERR R936 COMPACT LITRONIC, (‘18), 450 Hrs, Convenient and service-friendly, the R 936 Compact makes for safe working. With its tight slewing radius, this machine is especially well suited to urban applications, #C003377 $CALL
LIEBHERR R956 LITRONIC, (‘22), 250 Hrs, 35' boom and 21' stick, #C004867 $CALL SAKAI SW354, (’18), #C003395 $31,900
McCann Industries announced July 30 that it has been awarded Diamond Dealer status by Case Construction Equipment for the fifth consecutive year. This prestigious recognition places McCann Industries among the top dealers nationwide who have demonstrated exceptional performance in sales, service, parts, marketing, and digital presence. Out of 350 dealerships across the country, only 17 received this honor, making it a significant achievement for McCann Industries.
The Case CE Diamond Dealer Program recognizes dealerships that excel in several critical areas.
To achieve Diamond status, a dealership must score between 90 and 100 points on the program’s comprehensive evaluation criteria, which include effective account management and thorough sales training; high certification ratings and comprehensive service evaluations; efficient parts management and inventory systems; and a wellmaintained marketing plan and strong online presence
“We are incredibly honored to receive Diamond Dealer status for the fifth year in a row,” said Steve Roggeman, president of McCann
Industries. “This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. We remain committed to providing
exceptional service and support to our customers, and this recognition from Case CE reinforces our efforts.”
Jim McCann, CEO
of McCann
Industries, added, “Our continued success as a Diamond Dealer is made possible by the loyalty and trust of our customers and the relentless drive of our associates. We are proud to be a trusted supplier for many contractors and municipalities and look forward to continuing to exceed their expectations.”
McCann Industries Inc. has been selling contractor supplies since 1967. The company added heavy equipment to its offerings in 1994 and now provides products from more than 400 suppliers and manufacturers with 10 locations throughout Illinois, Indiana and Michigan.
Equipment manufacturers represented by McCann Industries include Case, BOMAG, Takeuchi, Kobelco, Wacker Neuson, Sullair, Husqvarna, Towmaster and many brands available for contractor supplies.
For more information, visit McCannOnline.com.
ACS Group and HOCHTIEF, the respective owners of Dragados and Flatiron, announced that they have agreed on key terms for the combination of the two companies, with ownership of the integrated company held 61.8 percent by ACS Group and 38.2 percent by HOCHTIEF. The company will be managed by Peter Davoren as chairman (in addition to his current role as chairman, CEO and president of Turner) and the current CEO of Flatiron, Javier Sevilla, as CEO. The trans-
action closing is expected during the second half of 2024.
The merger will create the second largest civil engineering and construction company in the United States.
“Bringing together Flatiron and Dragados creates a strong platform for organic growth in North America,” said Chief Executive Officer of HOCHTIEF, Juan Santamaría. “They have the expertise, the long-term clients and are geographically complementary, providing significant
synergies and economies of scale. We differentiate our commercial offering through our superior technical resources and skills.”
“Flatiron and Dragados North America employees have a long history of working together,” he added. “The new company will have the most respected and recognized value proposition in its sectors, having delivered renowned projects across the United States and Canada, and can look forward to an even stronger future.”
The transformation into a new and even stronger entity creates synergies and economies of scale. The simplified structure will ensure a consistent approach to operations, including tender processes, procurement strategies and risk management, and be value accretive for shareholders of ACS Group and HOCHTIEF.
The company, named Flatiron Dragados, will continue to serve clients across its existing diverse markets and support strong community and stakeholder relationships.
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2022 CATERPILLAR D9-07A, ID# WUC0205, SN JC200244, 1114 HOURS $1,295,800
2022 CATERPILLAR 308-07CRSB, ID# 2CR8345, SN GG806594, 1077 HOURS $111,930
2013 CATERPILLAR 12M2, ID# XUC0164, SN F9M00335, 8522 HOURS $117,200 2016 GENIE GTH5519, ID# 1AR6730, SN GTH5516M-5096, 952 HOURS $48,100
2022 CATERPILLAR 301.7-05, ID# 2CR8205, SN JH706929, 405 HOURS $29,770 2015 CATERPILLAR 303.5E2LC, ID# WUC0397, SN BG800351, 1723 HOURS $29,900
JD 50G, OROPS, Swinger Coupler, Blade, New Tracks, #261431 ....................$47,000
JD 290G, Cab, A/C, Coupler, 10’2” Arm, 32” Shoes, New Reman Engine, #250559 ........ $120,000
JD 325G, Cab, A/C, Ride Control Quick Tatch, 2 Speed, #291322 $55,000
JD 844K-III, A/C, Scale, Joystick Steer, 8 YD GP Bucket, Warranty, #261515 .... ................................$238,000
JD 130G, Cab, A/C, Hydraulic Thumb, Aux Hyd, 9’11” Stick, 24” Shoes, #261469 ..$109,000
JD 350G, A/C, Aux Hyd, Coupler, 13’1” Arm, 32” Shoes, #261396 $109,000
JD 550K, Cab, A/C, XLT, Ripper, 6 Way 105” Blade, 4th Spool Aux, #261723 $124,000
JD 950K, Cab, A/C, Winch, LGP, 30” Shoes, 6 Way 184” Blade, Warranty, #251233 $295,000
JD 135G, A/C, 9’11” Arm, 24” Shoes, Reduced Tail Swing, #249203 ....................$85,000
BOMAG BW211D-50, OROPS, 84” Smooth Drum Roller, Warranty, #251655 $59,000
JD 650K, New Engine, A/C, LGP 28” Shoes, 6 Way 128” Blade, #261468 $139,000
JD 444K, A/C, JRB Coupler, Ride Control, #262773 ............ $79,000
JD 210G, A/C, Hyd Thumb, Coupler, 9’7” Arm, Rev Fan, #261276 ..................$127,500
JD 672G, Cab, A/C, 14’ Blade, 14.00 Tires, Push Block, Auto Shift, #250229 $140,000
JD 700K, A/C, Smartgrade, LGP 30” Shoes, 6 Way 144” Blade, #261368 $169,000
JD 544K-II, A/C, Rev Fan, 20.5 Tires, Air Seat, GP Bucket, #262551 $139,500
Fenton, MO
Foristell, MO Mitchell, IL
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Cape Girardeau, MO Paducah, KY Cuba, MO Owensboro, KY Evensville, IN
JD 245G, A/C, Aux Hydraulics, 9’7” Arm, 32” Shoes, Air Seat, #262242 ..................$204,000
770G, Cab, A/C, 14’ Blade, 14.00 Tires, Scarifier, Aux Hyd, #247935 $115,000
JD 750K, Cab, A/C, 34” Pads, Smartgrade, LGP, 6 Way 156” Blade, #251152 $179,000
JD 644K, A/C, Coupler, 3rd Spool Aux, Tier III Engine, #291319 $165,000
Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. (KSM) has announced several leadership changes related to its product support operations. Kelly Shuffield has been promoted to vice president of service; Wade Gaines to vice president of parts and product support sales; and Jeff Lechus to director of service of cranes and lifting.
As vice president of service, Kelly Shuffield now will be responsible for the strategic oversight of all service operations throughout KSM. With more than 30 years of equipment product support experience, Shuffield brings a deep understanding of building successful customer support operations to the role. Since joining KSM in 2005, Shuffield has held several key positions, including crane product service manager, general service manager and, most recently, vice president of product support of cranes and lifting.
Gaines’ executive role has been expanded to include oversight of KSM’s product support sales operations. Gaines, who has more than 33 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry, joined KSM in 2022 as vice president of parts. He has served in various parts sales management roles for Komatsu America Corporation.
With Shuffield's promotion, Lechus has also been promoted to director, service of cranes and lifting. Lechus has been with KSM for a combined total of 10 years and has more than 20 years of experience in heavy equipment service. Since starting at KSM in 2005, Lechus has held positions, including crane technician and product service manager, bringing a wealth of experience to his new role.
Weller, chief operating officer of KSM, believes these moves will further grow and strengthen KSM’s support
capabilities to its customer base.
“I am grateful for the leadership that Kelly, Wade and Jeff have continually provided for KSM,” said Weller. “I know that both our customers and employees will benefit from their increased responsibility.”
Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. was established in 1983 and is recognized as one of the premier new and used heavy con-
struction equipment and crane dealers in the country. KirbySmith Machinery and its hundreds of dedicated professional employees are committed to providing reliable new and used equipment for sale and equipment rentals, as well as responsive service and equipment parts for multiple makes and models. Kirby-Smith Machinery has 12 branch locations in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Missouri.
For more information about Kirby-Smith Machinery, call 888/861-0219 or visit kirby-smith.com.
Effective Aug. 5, 2024, RDO Equipment Co. is the official Wirtgen Group dealer in Minnesota, offering equipment, parts and service at the seven RDO construction equipment stores across the state — Burnsville, Dayton, Mankato, Marshall, Moorhead, Rochester and Sauk Rapids.
As a total solutions provider of John Deere construction equipment in Minnesota, the addition of Wirtgen Group expands RDO’s capability to support customers in the roadbuilding industry and adjacent sectors. Customers will have access to Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm and Kleemann equipment, along with team members specializing in service and support for the Wirtgen Group product line in all seven locations.
“We’re excited to be able to go all-in supporting customers in Minnesota with the full Wirtgen Group product line,” said Kelly Gress, RDO Equipment Co. senior vice president. “We have an excellent relationship with Wirtgen Group, and our teams have extensive experience selling and supporting these products thanks to our history as a dealer in North and South Dakota, Arizona and Montana. We’re looking forward to all the opportunities this presents to further our relationships with
customers and Wirtgen Group.”
RDO has been the official Wirtgen Group dealer in North Dakota and South Dakota since 2011, in Arizona since 2018 and in Montana since 2020, as well as adding eastern Idaho, Utah and Wyoming in 2023.
Wirtgen Group, owned by John Deere since 2017, is the global market leader in roadbuilding products with a product portfolio spanning the entire road construction sector. Wirtgen Group, offers milling, paving, compaction and crushing solutions to customers in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Founded in 1968, RDO Equipment Co. sells and supports intelligently connected agriculture, construction, environmental, irrigation, positioning, and surveying equipment from leading manufacturers, including John Deere, Vermeer and Topcon.
With more than 80 locations across the United States and partnerships in Africa, Australia, Mexico and Ukraine, RDO Equipment Co. delivers creative solutions so customers can grow and build the world.
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Hamm 3412P, 2012, 84” vibratory padfoot compactor, EROPS w/ heat & A/C, 1,200HMR .
$82,500
Cat 815F, 2006, EROPS cab, 12’4” S-Blade w/ tilt, new paint job, very good condition, 9,400 HMR $195,000
Hamm GRW-5 Pneumatic Roller, 1994, Deutz Diesel, ROPS Canopy, (9) Ea. 7.50-15C1 Tires . . . . . .$15,500
(4) Cat 825C’s, 1981-1990, EROPS, S-blade w/tilt, all work ready From $79,500
Rammax Walk Behind Rollers, over 25 in stock, lever & remote $4,000 to $10,000 (8) Sheepsfoot, 48" and 60", double drum & single drum, tow type
$4,000 - $6,500
Volvo A40, 1998, 40 tons, 10991 hrs, 395 hp, 8WD, 29.5R25, A/C, 29 cy cap. sideboards, tailgate (currently off work), work ready
Broderson IC80-2E, 1997, 8.5 ton, 24’ boom, dual fuel, 10.00R15 tires, 3,400 hrs
$127,500
Volvo A40, 1996, 40 tons, 395 hp, 6WD, A/C, 29.5R25, working everyday
$21,500 Grove RT58C, 1981, down cab, 18 ton r.t., 70' boom anti-two block, GM dsl, clean
$145,000
Volvo A40, 1996, 40 tons, 11,000 hrs, 6WD, 20.5R25, A/C, P/S trans, 29 cy cap., 6/06 hitch rebuilt .$115,000
Volvo A40, 1995, 40 tons, 395 hp, 8WD, 29.5R25, A/C, P/S trans, tailgate, work ready
$115,000
Volvo A35C, 1998, 35 tons, 6WD, 26.5R25 tires, approx 7,000 hrs, good condition
$147,500
Volvo A35, 1995, 35 tons, 326 hp, 6WD, 26.5x25, A/C, P/S trans, working everyday on jobsites
$87,500
$49,500 IR 185’s, JD diesels
CALL
Cat 336EL, 2012, 33.5” TBG pads, Q/C, aux hyd, 6,700 HMR, work ready
$162,500
Cat 336FL, 2015, 33.5” TBG Pads, Q/C, aux hyd, 4,300 HMR, work ready $224,500
Komatsu PC220LC-8 Longreach, 2011, Young Boom/Stick 60’ reach, 3,500 HMR $179,000
Volvo A35, 1995, 35 tons, 326 hp, 6WD, 26.5R25, A/C, P/S trans, 26 cy, working everyday on jobsites
$89,000
Volvo A30C, 1996, 30 tons, 11,000 hrs, 296 hp, 6WD, 23.5R25, 21 cy cap, A/C, P/S trans, works everyday
$122,500
(12) Allmand Light Plants, 2008-2010, diesel, s/a towtype, (4) MH lights, excellent From $5,200 Case 580L Rubber Tire Loader Backhoe, 1997, OROPS, std stick, 24" bkt
$24,500 (2) Balderson Broom Attachment for Cat IT Machines, 8' wide, good condition $4,000 Ea. NUMEROUS Rivinius R600’s, 10’ Wide, Mount on Dozer Blade
Kobelco SK210LC, 2007, Q/C, aux hyd, 31.5” TBG Pads, 3,900 HMR
$72,500
Cat D5NXL, 2006, 10’ PAT Blade, Paccar PA55 winch, 22” Pads, 4,100 HMR
$82,000
$49,500
Cat 613C Water Wagon, 1994, 5000 gal drop tank, ROPS, spray heads
Cat 621F, 1996, Scraper, OROPS, 33.25x2, very good condition CALL
Cat 621E, 1989, Scraper, OROPS, 33.25x29, very nice
CALL
Cat D6NLGP, 2008, VPAT Blade, Drawbar, 33” Pads, 9,900 HMR
$87,500
Cat D6NLGP, 2014, Foldable VPAT Blade, Paccar PA55 winch, 7,200 HMR
$142,500
Komatsu D155AX-6, 2007, Sigma S-U Blade, 4-bbl Single Shank Ripper, 8,400 HMR
$229,500
Over 100 Excavator, Loader, Specialized & Grapple Buckets in Stock -Call For Your Needs FORKS (8) IT28F/G Forks, Balderson qc, 48"-60" pallet style, excellent $4,000 Others Available Call Prices Are Negotiable - At Your Inspection
$152,500
Cat D6TXW, 2013, 13’6” VPAT Blade, Carco 70APS winch, 28” pads, 7,300 HMR
The all-new CASE B Series skid steers and compact t feature an all-new 8-inch LCD operator screen with ba completely updated and simplified operator controls; comfort; and while the machine looks the same on the
track loaders ackup camera; even greater cab e outside, we’ve o what you and ; re-engineered its critical inner workings to stand up to your jobsites face every day.
MacAllister CAT welcomed approximately 150 customers to an open house event at its MacAllister Rentals facility at 2808 W. Coliseum Blvd. in Fort Wayne, Ind., on Aug. 1.
Caterpillar factory reps were on hand to discuss the new features of the Cat 265 and 255 compact track loaders, such as 43 percent more torque than the previous model, more lift height plus a larger cab. Guests were invited to try out the new machines in the demo area.
Lunch options from several local food trucks were available and giveaways included a new Cat cooler.
Everyone had a chance to socialize and try out some new equipment along with various stations and vendors on hand to answer any questions about services or products.
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Attendees gather for lunch at several local food trucks.
Realistic Scale Models of
Michigan CAT held three open houses over the span of three days — July 30 to Aug. 1 — at its Grand Rapids, Lansing and Novi, Mich., locations. A combined 600 guests attended the three events.
The open houses highlighted some of the many things Michigan CAT has to offer, including financial services, product support, trucking, SITECH technology, rental offerings and a merchandise tent.
Attendees were invited to the demo area to test out several of Cat’s excavators, including the new Cat wheel loader and new compact track loaders — most equipped with SITECH technology. The new 255 and 265 compact track loaders were the highlight of the open house, featuring more torque and lift height plus a larger cab. CEG
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“The new 938 wheel loader joysticks allow more comfort and mobility for driving and loading,” said Megan Couch of Caterpillar.
(L-R): Brandon McGhan and Mike Renner of the new Cat HydroVac division, and Hi-Vac Corporation representative Dan Brennan, showcase their capabilities. “There is a huge demand in this area and with more than 43 locations in two states we’re ready to help support the area needs,” said McGhan.
With a fleet of more than 750 autonomous haul trucks commissioned worldwide, Komatsu customers have hauled more than 10 billion metric tons of material and are adding to that milestone at a rate of more than 6 million metric tons per day.
Additionally, 10 Komatsu autonomous trucks have achieved a benchmark of 100 thousand autonomous hours each, a first in the mining industry.
Komatsu launched the FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) in 2008, marking the world’s first commercial application of an AHS. In the years since, Komatsu has continued to innovate alongside customers to meet their evolving needs and offer tailored autonomous solutions to promote enhanced operations on a mine-by-mine basis.
The value customers create from implementing a Komatsu AHS is tangible in terms of promoting improved safety practices, productivity and cost reduction.
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Goodfield, IL 309-965-2502
Peru, IL 815-224-4711
Rock Island, IL 309-787-6108 Springfield, IL 217-528-4347
Tolono, IL 217-485-6755
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Dubuque, IA 563-588-1950 Columbia, MO 573-657-2154 Palmyra, MO 573-769-2274
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Great Bend, KS 620-792-2748
Humboldt, KS 620-473-7020 Olathe, KS 913-298-7373
Topeka, KS 785-233-0556
Ulysses, KS 620-356-1071
Dodge City, KS 620-227-3139
Gering, NE 308-436-2177 Omaha, NE 402-894-1899 Lincoln, NE 402-467-1300
Grand Island, NE 308-381-0741
Fort Dodge, IA 515-576-3184
Sioux City, IA 712-252-2753 Waterloo, IA 319-235-7085 Brunswick, OH 330-220-4999 Cambridge, OH 740-439-2747
FrontRunner achieves these benefits through its predictable fleet management, dependable production and enhanced component life by leveraging Komatsu’s people, process and technological expertise. For instance, customers who have adopted AHS have seen significant improvements in tire and brake life and reductions in overall maintenance.
The FrontRunner system enables increased operational metrics and provides customers a trusted partner with a wealth of industry experience to assist in driving their operations forward, according to the company.
“Since paving the way with the first commercial autonomous haulage operation in the marketplace 17 years ago, Komatsu is proud to continue being an industry leader in autonomy,” said Martin Cavassa, business development manager, autonomous systems at Komatsu.
“Our highly skilled AHS team comprises of application and technical experts, as well as training and support specialists who possess in-depth knowledge and expertise. In every engagement, we bring that expertise to the table to help our customers achieve all the value that FrontRunner can deliver to their operations.”
North Platte, NE 308-534-7020 Kansas City, MO 816-483-5000 Springfield, MO 417-863-1000 Des Moines, IA 515-263-0055
Canton, OH 330-477-9304 Cincinnati, OH 513-772-3232 Columbus, OH 614-876-1141 Jackson, OH 740-688-4100 Lima, OH 419-221-3666 Painesville, OH 440-639-0700 Poland (Youngstown), OH 330-629-6299 Rossford, OH 567-352-7001
Vandalia (Dayton), OH 937-898-4198
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Grand Rapids, MI 616-538-2400
Lenox, MI 586-727-7502
New Hudson, MI 248-437-8121 Williamsburg, MI 231-267-5060
Available with your choice of grade-management solutions, John Deere 470 P-Tier, 380 P-Tier, 350 P-Tier, and 210 P-Tier Excavators are popular on jobsites just like yours. If you’re new to this technology, choose 2D or 3D Grade Guidance. When you’re ready for the cutting edge, opt for fully integrated SmartGrade™ for 3D control featuring overdig protection and in-cab real-time distance to target. All grade-management solutions are factory ready and backed by your Deere Choose the future of your grading game today.
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and Hayden-Murphy Equipment.
BOMAG Americas announced Hayden-Murphy Equipment Company as the new dealer in Minnesota for the manufacturer’s asphalt roller, paving, milling and recycling/stabilizing equipment lines.
Asphalt reclamation and paving, compaction and construction contractors in Minnesota will benefit from HaydenMurphy’s expert sales, service and parts support offered from its three locations in Bloomington, Proctor and Elk River, Minn.
“We are excited to grow BOMAG’s relationships with contractors in Minnesota through Hayden-Murphy’s experienced team. For decades, the company has been a premier dealer for construction, earthmoving and paving equipment and has earned a national reputation for its service support and how they partner with customers to ensure their success,” said Christoph Thiesbrummel, vice president of sales and marketing of BOMAG Americas.
“They have more than two dozen field service technicians, as well as knowledgeable sales, product application and parts support team members, many of whom have already received equipment, technology and equipment training at BOMAG Americas headquarters. The BOMAG — HaydenMurphy partnership will help to better serve customers
Asphalt reclamation and paving, compaction and construction contractors in Minnesota will benefit from Hayden-Murphy’s expert sales, service and parts support offered from its three locations in Bloomington, Proctor and Elk River, Minn.
BOMAG Americas announced Hayden-Murphy Equipment Company as the new dealer in Minnesota for the manufacturer’s asphalt roller, paving, milling and recycling/stabilizing equipment lines.
throughout this territory.”
Commenting on the new distribution agreement, HaydenMurphy President, Jeff Clarke, said, “We are a premier dealer for the road building business, and we now have a premier product line for our customers. With BOMAG, we have an OEM that wants us to grow and succeed by having readily available parts and equipment out of the U.S. factory. We have the right product in the right locations at the right time. Putting together BOMAG and Hayden-Murphy is a win for our customers in Minnesota.”
The BOMAG asphalt product range includes cold planers with milling withs from 20 to 87 in. and versatile recyclers/stabilizers that deliver fast and efficient full-depth reclamation of roads and soil stabilization for a variety of projects. The broad BOMAG paver line spans from the compact BF 200 C-2 for paths and small construction sites to the legendary 10-ft. highway-class CR 1030 Series pavers.
More than 40 models of heavy tandem and pneumatic tire rollers deliver compaction widths from 36 to 84 in. and integrate exclusive BOMAP, ECONOMIZER and ASPHALT MANAGER technologies.
For more information, visit www.bomag.com/us-en and www.hayden-murphy.com.
(All photos courtesy of BOMAG.)
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For anyone involved in land clearing, vegetation management or utility/roadside maintenance, a drum mulcher is an essential tool. But which drum is best for your particular needs? This is a common question among land management professionals.
Each type of drum mulcher is tailored for different functions and comes with its own advantages. To assist in the selection process, following is an overview of model differences, features and benefits.
There are two common types of drum mulcher attachments — depth control and open drum. Understanding the functions, features and intended applications of each will help you determine the best attachment for your vegetation management needs. Both options come in varying widths for tackling different-sized jobs.
For example, Diamond Mowers offers both options with cutting widths ranging from 30 in. to 72 in. that efficiently process trees, brush and undergrowth up to 9 in. in diameter. Additionally, both styles of mulchers attach to most skid-steer brands and are compatible with different types of mulching teeth, allowing users to interchange them for various applications.
The key differences between depth control and open drum mulchers lie in their operation and applications. For instance, Diamond’s open drum model works in unison with carbide teeth, excels in applications involving heavy ground engagement, and is at its best when mulching smaller material into a slightly larger, stringier end product, the manufacturer said.
There are two common types of drum mulcher attachments — depth control and open drum.
Each type of drum mulcher is tailored for different functions and comes with its own advantages.
Conversely, depth control mulchers are optimized for sharp steel teeth and shine in high-production environments with limited ground engagement. These mulchers are more appropriate for users who take down larger materials and prefer a fine, aesthetically pleasing mulch.
Especially productive when processing large-diameter material, a depth control mulcher features a closed throat design and sharp steel teeth that push trees and brush onto the rotor. The teeth then cut and reduce the size of the material before it enters the processing chamber. Its helical tooth pattern is modeled after a vacuum brush to feed material efficiently toward the drum’s center, while depth control rings limit bite size for optimal infeed.
Primarily employed in large-scale brush clearing, undergrowth removal and vegetation management projects with limited ground contact, depth control mulchers excel at removing trees and larger material with speed.
Due to their sharp teeth, they are particularly effective for processing hard or fibrous wood, such as bamboo or palm, making them more efficient than open drum models. By limiting the bite size, they produce a finer mulch, making them ideal for tasks where aesthetics are important, according to the manufacturer.
Below are a few applications best tackled with a depth control mulcher, paired with attachments recommended for each job:
• Reclamation Projects: For those who prioritize efficiency and property upkeep, Diamond’s latest model, the DC Pro, stands out as a streamlined, versatile attachment that is easy to operate and maintain. Designed to elevate mulching performance for loaders up to 75 hp, this model is distinguished by its 63cc, two-speed, bent-axis piston motor. This motor delivers faster spool-up and greater torque, allowing it to power through more and larger materials. The DC Pro is ideal for various tasks, including land clearing, fence line and shooting lane maintenance, pasture management and trail creation. It offers industry-leading vegetation control, featuring a multi-position push bar with extended serrations. Moreover, its optimized infeed system ensures a
complete and high-quality mulch on the first pass, resulting in aesthetically desirable chip sizes and significantly reducing the need for back-dragging.
• Infrastructure Development: Designed for mini-excavator users, the Excavator DC Pro X is engineered to tackle mulching and brush-clearing tasks with power and precision, effectively cutting back and processing unwanted vegetation. Its discharge geometry is specifically optimized to direct material downward, minimizing the debris thrown and making it an ideal choice for work along busy roads or near buildings.
• Creating Defensible Space: The Skid-Steer DC Pro X comes equipped with sharp steel teeth to deliver the highest possible productivity and the most aesthetically pleasing mulch when removing brush and trees to create defensible space near homes and structures. The open areas created by thinning or removing these fuels act as a barrier, reducing the spread and intensity of fires and making it difficult for them to encroach on your land. The mulcher can be equipped with carbide teeth during hot, dry weather to reduce sparking and the subsequent risk of fire ignition. Moreover, it mulches burnt remains left behind by previous fires, returning nutrients to the ground.
• Municipal Tasks: Roadside maintenance is crucial for ensuring the accessibility and safety of any roadway, whether it’s a rural gravel road or a major highway. The TR Boom DC Pro X streamlines this process by reaching, cutting, processing, and eliminating material in a single pass with one attachment and operator. It excels at disposing of vegetation from hard-to-reach areas, such as around ponds or
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utility systems. Additionally, it enhances road safety and aesthetics by maintaining fence lines, bridges, and overpasses.
Designed for a variety of heavy-duty mulching tasks, open drum mulchers are ideal for clearing land for agricultural use, infrastructure development, and habitat restoration projects. By engaging with more of the cutting tooth, this type of mulcher offers a larger bite size and maximum productivity, making it well-suited for applications involving smaller material and significant ground engagement. Additionally, its carbide teeth make it perfect for handling rough, rocky terrain.
Here are a few applications where an open drum has proven to be the best option:
• Storm and Disaster Cleanup: Open drum mulchers are essential tools for landowners, farmers, ranchers and contractors involved in disaster cleanup, fire prevention and recovery efforts. The OD Pro X’s larger opening, designed to pull in whole tree limbs, makes it highly effective for quick brush and undergrowth removal, making it invaluable for tackling these challenging tasks.
• Pasture Maintenance: The post-harvest period presents an ideal opportunity to clear trees and brush surrounding
agricultural fields in preparation for the next growing season. Regular mowing of pastures offers several benefits, including enhancing forage quality, ensuring a uniform pasture, preventing weed growth and minimizing grazing patterns. Utilizing an open drum mulcher for these tasks enables you to effectively control weeds and maintain grass in a vegetative or growing state, thereby increasing its digestibility for livestock.
• Managing Invasive Species: Invasive tree species, such as the Eastern red cedar, can cause extensive damage to properties, whether they’re farms, ranches or forest preserves. These resilient trees can dominate large land areas, depriving native plants and wildlife of essential resources and posing a significant threat to the ecosystem. Mulching provides a more environmentally friendly alternative to herbicides and prescribed burns. Operators can use an open drum mulcher’s carbide teeth to mulch these trees down to smaller pieces, inhibiting their growth and spread and helping control their propagation. The attachment’s maneuverability enables precision and selectivity so users can target these intruders while sparing native grasses and plants. By suppressing invasive species’ resurgence and promoting desirable vegetation growth, an open drum can be a valuable ally in facilitating weed suppression, erosion control and biodiversity enhancement.
• Right-of-Way Maintenance: An open drum mulcher excels in right-of-way maintenance, particularly for clearing tree limbs and overgrowth around roadways and powerlines. Since these areas are regularly maintained, vegetation growth is typically not extensive, and aesthetics are not a primary concern. Therefore, an open drum mulcher is often preferred for such tasks.
When selecting the right drum mulcher for your needs, consider your specific requirements in terms of power, cutting capacity, and mulch size requirements. Consulting with your equipment dealer also can provide valuable insights into selecting the best attachment for your application and job type, whether you’re a landowner, contractor, rancher or municipality.
(All photos courtesy of Diamond Mowers.)
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Every inch of exhibit space for Equip Exposition to be held in the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC) Oct. 15 to18, 2024 has now been sold, announced show organizers, who are readying to welcome thousands of landscapers, contractors, dealers, distributors, hardscapers and more to the event.
Equip is the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition held annually in Louisville, and is one of the largest, annual trade shows in the United States. It is co-located with Hardscape North America.
“Maxing out the exhibit space more than two months before the doors open is great news for anyone attending,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) which owns the award-winning show.
He added, “Every inch of the more than million square feet of indoor and outdoor exhibits at Equip Expo is loaded with equipment, training and information to help landscapers and contractors run their businesses more efficiently and make more money. Whatever business problems keep you up at night, this trade show addresses.”
“You got to stay up on this stuff. You got to have what’s working,” said Roy Thomas with McIntosh Grounds Maintenance. “I want to come back every year. If you work outside, you need to be here.”
Kiser said a waiting list is already going for exhibitors who want to request space for next year.
“Equip has maxed out yearly and is the destination for showing off the newest and most innovative outdoor power equipment, technology for contractors, and getting ahead of industry trends,” said Kiser.
With more than a million square feet of indoor and out-
door exhibits at the KEC, including a 30-acre outdoor demo yard where attendees can mow, chop, dig and drive the latest equipment, preparation is more important than ever.
“Book your hotel room, wear your comfortable shoes, prepare in advance for your days at the show, and get your registration done now at the early bird rate for $30,” said Kiser.
Registration pricing doubles to $60 after Sept. 5.
In 2023, Equip Exposition sold its last exhibit space in early October. This year the last spot sold out in early August.
“People want to be at this show to talk about the trends impacting the work you do every day, and you really can’t miss it,” said Kiser.
Equip Exposition broke records last year with more than 27,000 attendees, won two Grand Awards from Trade Show Executive’s Gold 100 Awards program and now has been nominated for three more awards in 2024, and expanded its footprint into the West Wing.
Bringing more than $20 million to the Derby City, the trade show’s impact reverberates into landscape contracting businesses around the country.
“It’s imperative that people be at places like this because live events is where you make the decisions that change your business and therefore your life,” said Keith Kalfas of The Untrapped Podcast.
Registration and hotel reservations can be booked through Equip’s official housing provider, Louisville Tourism, on the Equip website.
For more information, visit www.EquipExposition.com.
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Tracking numbers, the DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) found that from the first quarter of 2022 to 2023 costs rose 35 percent.
It reduces “the amount of highway infrastructure that can be bought today versus what could have been purchased prior to the price increases.”
The agency put it another way: “The same construction project today costs more than yesterday and significantly more than in 2021.”
The AGC noted that prices for construction inputs have risen faster than contractors’ bids every month so far in 2024.
“Persistently long lead times for electrical equipment are adding to the cost of building and infrastructure projects,” said Ken Simonson, chief economist. “Meanwhile, inflexible rules for sourcing materials could drive up prices for federally aided projects such as highways.”
The AGC partnered with ARTBA on a survey tracking the impacts on highway construction of proposed tighter Buy America requirements.
Some 69 percent of respondents said they’d “price” their bids to register uncertainty about costs of Buy America-compliant materials for particular projects.
“This reality usually results in higher project costs and diluted benefits from federal investment,” said Simonson. “In addition, if FHWA rolls back its waiver, respondents expect significant challenges in complying with Buy America requirements for many manufactured products.”
Less than 15 percent of respondents believe these products would be easy or possible to acquire in compliance with the Buy America policy.
Survey respondents listed numerous additional products that would be difficult or impossible to source without waivers.
“Federal officials are attempting to shut down a diversified global supply chain … before enough domestic supply exists,” said Jeffrey D. Shoaf, CEO of the AGC. “That’s a recipe for higher costs
and delayed projects that will harm both the U.S. economy and highway safety.”
The BTS warned that if highway construction costs rise above their level at BIL signing, what can be bought with the funds in each fiscal year will decline.
The bureau looked at both High and Modest Inflation Scenarios in predicting what happens in the future. The High Inflation Scenario assumes construction costs continue to rise at their current rate using the average annual growth from 2021 and 2022.
“Under this scenario, only $224.2 billion can be bought with the $379.3 billion allotted for highways,” said BTS. “In other words, only 60 percent of what could have been bought … when BIL was signed can be bought over the five years from 2022 through 2026.”
The agency noted that situation represents a whopping 40 percent reduction.
The Modest Inflation Scenario assumes a more modest growth in construction costs equal to the average annual growth in 2019 and 2021.
“Under this more modest growth scenario, $260.5 billion can be bought with the $379.3 billion allocated … due to increased highway construction costs.”
This amount is 16 percent more than what could be bought if highway construction costs continue to rise at their current higher rate, said
BTS.
But it’s still only 69 percent of what could have been bought when BIL was signed.
“In other words, a 31 percent reduction in what could have been constructed in 2021 when highway construction cost less.”
Materials prices are to blame for a lot of the headaches the construction industry faces with BIL projects. The bureau tracked increases in crude oil used to produce asphalt, which it said contributed to the situation. In fact, BTS reports U.S. crude oil increased 594 percent, from $16.55 per bar-
2023 was still 4 percent above the previous period.
FHWA economists said, “there is a historically negative seasonal effect during Q4 and Q1 that may be contributing to the slight deflation.”
It’s visible on FHWA’s line chart of the NHCCI going back to its inception in 2003, said Eno.
The original index divots downwards in the fourth quarter of many years, as cold weather curbs construction activity and demand for materials.
“However, when you add it all together, year upon year, there is no real cumulative difference in the old rate vs the seasonally adjusted rate,” said Davis.
rel in April 2020 to $114.84 per barrel in June 2022.
That’s the second highest price on record and makes asphalt a top contributor to increases in the National Highway Construction Cost Index (NHCCI).
These numbers are from the last quarter of 2021 through the third quarter of 2022.
“Crude oil prices have fallen since the June 2022 high but have risen steadily since the beginning of 2024,” said BTS.
The bureau said that situation suggests construction costs may rise further in the future.
Supply-chain issues, which began in 2020 with COVID, are also contributing to the hike in the cost of highway construction.
The pandemic caused both temporary and permanent business closures. It also increased demand for durable goods.
“This, in turn, caused material prices to rise,” said the bureau. An increase in the producer price index (PPI) for all goods and services shows just how.
The PPI grew by 51 percent from April 2020, the lowest point since May 2016, to a new all-time high in June 2022, said BTS.
The NHCCI actually fell a half a percentage point from October to December of 2023, according to FHWA’s quarterly index.
Jeff Davis of thinktank Eno said that using the new NHCCI seasonal adjustment, the final quarter
In both instances, the cumulative increase in highway construction costs since the OctoberDecember 2020 quarter is 68 percent.
“Converting this to actual dollars lost … the FHWA has signed $182.4 billion in contracts and other spending obligations since January 1, 2021,” added Davis.
Once the nominal dollars convert to “real” at the OctoberDecember 2020 quarterly NHCCI, that $182.4 billion drops down to $132.9 billion.
That means “that $49.4 billion has been lost to highway cost inflation since January 2021,” Davis said.
But, he added, even the nominal numbers reveal something interesting about FHWA and state DOTs.
The two signed a smaller dollar amount of contracts in the last two quarters of 2023 than in the last four quarters of 2022.
“This may be linked to the ongoing August Redistribution crisis,” said Davis.
He believes some states may be running out of ready-to-go highway projects that can be put out to bid and started quickly.
Federal mandates pushing contractors to hire union labor is “the worst way to do infrastructure projects,” said Ben Brubeck of ABC.
“Taxpayers lose when responsible contractors that do a quality job at the best price are frozen out,”
By Eric Olson CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
Sand Science Inc., a Beaufort, S.C., supplier of screening, conveying, crushing and recycling equipment, is currently undergoing a major effort to expand the availability of the Roto-Screen portable trommel screening plant in the United States through the formation of Roto-Screen USA and the development of a full-service dealer network.
As a long-time distributor of the product line, Sand Science has become the primary dealership of Roto-Screens in this country.
Located just off the busy Interstate 95 corridor in South Carolina’s Low Country, approximately 30 mi. north of Savannah, Ga., Sand Science has significantly grown from a local and regional distributor of material handling equipment when it was first established in 1985 to a nationwide one.
That fact alone made Sand Science an obvious choice for Roto-Screen Canada in selecting the South Carolina distributor to represent its products in the United States. Another point in Sand Science’s favor is that for three decades it has been an outstanding partner to Roto-Screen in the sales, rental and service of its trommel screens.
Now, Sand Science is the largest Roto-Screen dealer in America, said Eoin Kenny, vice president of marketing and sales for the distributor.
He, along with his brother, Adam, Sand Science’s vice president of operations, work alongside their father, Gerry, the company’s owner and founder.
Roto-Screen Canada began to express more of an interest in expanding its nationwide product availability following the end of the pandemic, according to Eoin Kenny.
“We were asked by the factory in Canada to take over its American distribution,” he said. “So, over the past eight months, we
have begun the process of building a master distributorship with dealers across the U.S. to fully focus on rentals and sales of the Roto-Screen in different regions of the country.”
As a result, Roto-Screen USA was formed and has helped to bring on three new distributors for the Roto-Screen 454 trommel screener in that time, Kenny said.
“We have JGB Recycled Aggregate Materials, in Marshfield, Mass., which will
Roto-Screen USA recently delivered a R-545 trommel to JGB Aggregates in Marshfield, Mass. (L-R) are Adam Kenny and Eoin Kenny, both of Roto-Screen USA; and Andrew Backman and Mike Gallant, both of JGB Aggregates.
be focusing on the Northeast for us. It already serves Massachusetts and Rhode Island, but now includes Maine and New Hampshire, as well,” he said, “and MHK Equipment Services, based in Michigan, will be concentrating on the Midwest. Additionally, we just signed up another distributor, RTL Equipment Inc., that will cover Minnesota, Iowa and North and South Dakota. And more dealership opportunities are available.”
Sand Science will serve as the dealer for the Southeastern states, Kenny said, and Roto-Screen USA will continue to expand and serve all remaining territories directly. The agreements represent the first steps in a controlled, long-term plan to create a nationwide dealer network for the RotoScreen product.
In the months and years ahead, Roto-
Screen USA also wants to see its products offered through more dealerships in the Deep South, Texas, the Rockies and the Northwest states.
“If we are going to do that, we must also see to it that each dealership can offer the parts and service capabilities to support the Roto-Screen,” Kenny said. “We want our customers to get the best, most timely help possible, no matter where they are.”
Earlier this year, Roto-Screen USA delivered two machines to the JGB facility, south of Boston, where the aggregate recycling outfit intends to rent and aggressively expand its business, he said.
“JGB Aggregates had an open house day there in April where their customers came in and looked over the machines. We were able to explain everything about the RotoScreens and do some training. JGB was really excited to get the machines out there, and
Superior Industries is reaching new heights — and that’s not just the company’s TeleStacker conveyor, which already stretches 210 ft. into the sky. As the AEM Manufacturing Express visited Superior Industries July 17, in Morris, Minn., the TeleStacker provided a sliver of shade as more than 200 hardworking men and women of the Superior team gathered to celebrate their role in building America. It was a great opportunity to reflect on the significance of companies like Superior to Morris and towns like it across Minnesota. There was also fun, prizes and double-stacked burgers
(even the burgers are Superior).
Superior leaders attribute the company’s success to a strong culture, and those who build careers with the company can tell.
“When I first got hired, I thought it might have been a two-to-three-year job. But on my first day I fell in love with the culture of the business, and that was 20 and a half years ago,” said Brad Olhoft, weld team lead and 20year Superior employee.
Superior has more than 1,800 employees across 22 locations but has never lost its small-town feel. Founded in 1972 to build portable crushing,
washing and conveying equipment for gravel pits locally in Minnesota, Superior has grown into an international powerhouse of the mining industry.
Even as the equipment now works all around the world, Superior stays true to its identity as a company proudly made in Morris, Minn., a town built largely around agribusiness. Superior’s robust mining equipment product lines provide stability to the local economy even during agricultural downturns.
“If it can’t be grown it must be mined,” said Jason Adams, president of Superior.
Superior is always looking to break new ground. Since the company’s inception, innovation has been central to Superior’s manufacturing prowess. The company recently completed a multi-year partnership with a leading Dutch firm to create an impressive line of autonomous roll welders.
The Superior team in Morris is big, but just like the equipment, each component plays an indispensable role in making the best possible product. Superior’s ESOP, strong investments in training and resources for its employees and material processing equipment are all ways in which Superior Industries lives up to its name.
“Show up, have a good attitude, be courteous and friendly, and you’ll do well,” said Olhoft.
That’s a Superior way of looking at it.
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the interest in the product is very strong in that area.”
With the New England construction seasons being so short, Kenny said that “everyone has to get going pretty quickly when the weather warms, meaning JGB had machines on the ground as soon as possible to service that area, with more machines on the way. It’s the same for MHK in Michigan. They had equipment on the ground and in their rental fleet prepared to move and ready to sell.”
Kenny believes the best feature of the Roto-Screen 454 trommel, designed to be stronger and more versatile than other screeners on the market, is its simplicity and ease of use.
“By that I mean it is easy to work on and a great machine for contractors, site preparation and land clearing crews, and companies making topsoil, mulch, compost and other materials,” he said. “Roto-Screens are also made up of all North American-manufactured parts to keep costs down. It is very efficient, too.
“It might not be the fanciest, but, at the end of the day, the material coming off the discharge conveyor sells for the same price no matter what machine screens it.”
Roto-Screens also make for a great rental
product, he said, in that its prospective dealers can offer the machine to their customers to rent and try before making the commitment to buy. Its low cost of operation makes it the perfect machine for both short- and
long-term rentals, including rental purchase options (RPOs), he added.
“After they have it rented, they can then put some of that money into the RPO deal, thus lowering the price,” according to Kenny. “This offers a ‘try before you buy’ situation that we find our customers really like.”
Eoin Kenny’s company has continued on an upward growth trend ever since his father, Gerry, started Sand Science in the Palmetto State almost 40 years ago.
The elder Kenny, a native of Ireland, has more than four decades of experience in the material processing equipment industry working with builders on several continents. Along with his sons, he established a reputation among construction professionals as being very knowledgeable, reliable and personable dealers of high-quality equipment.
The family business’s inventory of RotoScreens joins several other product lines at Sand Science, including a choice selection of portable shaker screens and jaw crushers, conveyors, hoppers, used equipment and parts.
For more information, visit www.RotoScreenUSA.com or www.sandscience.com. CEG
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Komatsu has introduced a new machine portfolio of demolition excavators to the North American market.
The PC490HRD-11, PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 have been successfully operating in the European market for more than 20 years and are now available to the North American demolition industry, providing the opportunity for customers to increase job site efficiency.
The PC490HRD-11 demolition excavator features the K100 boom change system, enabling operators to begin working within minutes of arriving at a job site, and minimizing time for boom changes as the job progresses. The machine can reach up to 104 ft. and includes a full demolition guarding package, excellent visibility from a 45-degree tilting cab, and an informative human/machine interface panel.
The PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 straight boom excavators boost reach, providing 22 to 26 percent more reach than standard excavators, with easy customization that allows users to program up to 15 different tools. The machines are built to tackle tough demolition jobs with robust protection elements like heavy-duty revolving frame and under guards, bucket cylinder guard, boom light protection guards and reinforced attachment linkage.
Komatsu’s additional product line of Lehnhoff quick couplers and Montabert demolition attachments can be paired with these demolition excavators to further increase the ver-
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The PC490HRD-11, PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 are now available to the North American demolition industry.
satility of these machines.
“Komatsu understands that the demolition industry is a fast growing and evolving segment that demands new product innovation,” said Bruce Boebel, director of products and services. “We are excited to be able to now provide this family of demolition excavator solutions in support of the industry, offering the ability to quickly customize for different working environments and provide versatility and efficiency at the job site.”
For more information, visit komatsu.com.
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) has been awarded a five-year, $9.65 million grant by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
With the EPA grant funding and support, NSSGA aims to provide the aggregates industry with essential resources to: robustly produce and release Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs); establish guidelines on best management practices for reducing CO2 emissions; and enhance the industry’s capacity to sequester CO2.
“Thank you to the EPA and their staff for this important funding. We look forward to working together to enhance the transparency and availability of environmental impact data within the aggregates industry,” said Michael Johnson, president and CEO of NSSGA.
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tal in securing this grant and will be crucial, as we move forward to accomplish the initiatives. This builds on our industry’s robust efforts to be a leader in the carbon solution, as we continually protect the environment and sustainably produce critically needed materials.”
Over the next five years, NSSGA will engage its partners to create, train and promote resources, as the industry continues to be a beacon of sustainability. Key initiatives will include:
• NSSGA to Become Program Operator for Aggregates Industry PCR and EPD: NSSGA will have full-time staff to administer the program, facilitating more robust updates and ensuring comprehensive oversight.
• Access to Digital Tools and Solutions: Providing the aggregates industry with robust tools to transparently report the environmental impacts of their products.
• Comprehensive Training
Programs: In collaboration with state associations, universities and other partners, equipping industry professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to implement sustainable practices, perform life cycle assessments and produce EPDs.
• Best Management Practices for CO2 Reduction and Sequestration: Establishing and promoting guidelines that help the industry reduce its carbon footprint and also enhance its ability to sequester CO2 effectively.
The production of aggregates is an inherently low-carbon process, and member operations utilize various measures to reduce their energy use and carbon footprint. This grant initiative follows the successful application submitted by NSSGA.
With this opportunity, NSSGA continues to lead the way in promoting sustainability within the aggregate industry.
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Finlay, a global manufacturer of mobile crushing, screening and conveying equipment, announced the appointment of Martin Conway as its new global sales and marketing director.
In this strategic capacity, Conway will spearhead the development and execution of Finlay’s sales and marketing strategies, aimed at driving further growth and broadening the brand’s global market presence.
Bringing more than two decades of experience in the materials processing industry, Conway is skilled in sales, marketing and distribution management. His track record includes strengthening relationships and implementing growth strategies that aligns with Finlay’s objectives for expansion and market leadership.
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Martin Conway
Conway’s familiarity with Finlay runs deep, having served as the commercial gen-
#111079 2008 TEREX/PEGSON XR400 (25×43) TRACK-MOUNTED JAW CRUSHER. 9,028 overall hrs. Cat C9 power w/Cat rebuild approx. 3 yrs ago. 70-80% jaw plates. Includes self-cleaning, crossbelt magnet, 42″x14′ vibrating grizzly feeder, & underconveyer. Overall, good cond.
eral manager of Finlay in North America for the past three years. During this tenure, he played a pivotal role in Finlay’s record levels of growth and capturing increased market share.
“We are pleased that Martin has taken up the opportunity and challenge of his new role. His understanding of global market dynamics and his pragmatic, customer-centric approach makes him a valuable asset to our team,” said Matt Dickson, Finlay business line director.
“I am excited to be taking on the role of global sales and marketing director for Finlay,” said Conway. “The brand has a strong reputation for its familyoriented culture, where the team collectively strives for delivering excellence.” For more information, visit terex.com/finlay.
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I-12 (43X45) TRACK MOUNTED IMPACT CRUSHER with approx. 650 hours, 43″ diameter, 4-bar rotor on a 45″ wide Universal Crushers impact chamber with a 42″ under-crusher conveyor. 44″x14′ vibrating grizzly feeder with (2) 30″ step grizzly sections with 26″ fines collection discharge belt. 8.5 yard hopper w/ fold down extensions. Cummins 380HP stage 5 engine. Variable speed drives on feeder and all belts. Includes 30″ magnet. Plant rated at 400 TPH
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#580000-Furukawa HD712 drifter, approximately 4786 total impact hours and zero hours on complete reseal. Was used on 1200EDII.
Ready to be installed for operation.
#510133 - 2023 Furukawa L110-828 hydraulic rock drill with approx. 900 overall hours. Cat C9 engine, 477 CFM compressor, & 28 kw drifter. Very good condition.
#510128 Atlas Copco T45 Smartroc hydraulic drill, 9600hrs on Cat C9 engine and 3600 hrs on Copco 3060 drifter. Set up for 60mm steel. Drill running daily.
#530029 Ingersol Rand ECM370, self-contained rock drill w/ VL140 hammer & Cummins engine.
#131026 Simplicity 36"x16' Vibrating Grizzly Feeder, 4' grizzly section. Very good condition.
#118000-New/never used Universal 2036 jaw crusher parts, including: Jaw plates, toggle seats, toggle plates, spring loaders, and all thread rods.
#112046-Metso Nordberg LT1213S Loko Track mobile crushing & screening plant, x47". 12 cubic yard hopper w/ vibrating grizzly feeder. Screening module is 2005. Conveyor width 47" & feed width 43".
#111083 (2015) KLEEMAN MZ110i TRACK-MOUNTED JAW CRUSHER, (27X43″) with 5374 HRS
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#142003-Deister 5x16 2-deck horizontal, underslung screen with new bearings #141164 Pep 6x18, 2-deck high frequency screen on factory chassis with electric motor & switchgear. #141167 Deister BHT2616 (6x16 2-deck) screen, with polydeck top & bottom. Could be set up for wet screen. #142004 Portable Cedarapids/El-Jay 6x20 3-deck horizontal screen, on 3-axle chassis (set up for two screens, but only one included). Has four (4) 30"x12' cross conveyors, two (2) 36"X12' cross conveyors, & two (2) 42" underconveyors.
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#640055 (2021) Sany SY265CLR long-reach excavator (60'), 1750 hrs, Cummins QSB6.7 T4F engine, 190 hp, 70,000lb shipping weight. Has A/C, heat, & radio. Max reach at ground level 57' 9" & max digging depth 43'9", 31" track pads, 60" digging bucket, & plumbed for hydraulic mower. 1-owner machine. Remainder of 5 yr / 5000 hour warranty (though Jan 2026).
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The Department of Defense (DOD) recognized the need for a complete overhaul and called on the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to build a new secure campus. The first two team members were in place, but they had to decide where to build the facility.
Several communities bid for the project, but St. Louis won by securing and remediating a 97-acre plot in north St. Louis. The area was economically depressed. The NGA project promises to bring some 3,100 fulltime workers to the facility.
Once the location was selected, McCarthy HITT, a St. Louis-based joint venture, was selected as the design-build firm. More subcontractors were selected, about 100 in all, and the work began under the watchful eye of NGA. The agency kept a close look at materials, personnel and design for the facility to ensure security.
The project began in 2019 and has utilized a workforce that is just under 15 percent minority-owned contractors and nearly 7 percent women-owned companies.
Former Congressman William Lacy Clay calls the new NGA site “an oasis growing out of the desert. Hopefully, this sets an example to invest in an area that had previously never been invested in my lifetime.”
The DOD is spending $1.7 billion to make this oasis a reality. The USACE is developing a project that carries some unusual requirements. The three-story structure must meet military standards for blast resistance and uninterruptible power. Much of the building needed to be built to sensitive compartmented information facility (SCIF) standards. The 16-in.-thick concrete walls were made in a secure facility by Enterprise Precast in Omaha, Neb.
Gene Morisani of the USACE is the program manager for the massive project. The construction team will be delivering a 700,000- sq.-ft. main office, complemented by two 467,000-sq.-ft. parking garages. The team also will be building a visitor’s center and supervising construction of roads and walkways for the campus. In addition, work-
ers installed all utilities, water lines, fire facilities and power including a substation connected with the local utility. The new NGA also will house secure areas for the agency’s geographic information systems (GIS) and other data.
“We are building what is essentially a small military base,” said Morisani. “In the beginning stages, we drilled piles for the foundation of the buildings. Our team drilled some piles 30 feet deep to reach solid rock while others only need to go down 10 feet.”
The team drilled more than 300 piers for the structures, according to Morisani.
The building’s massive size required 12,000 trips from concrete trucks to unload 9,600 cu. yds. of concrete. The building has used some 6,000 tons of structural steel.
“Our builder had the basement and foundation walls up by April 2021,” said Morisani. “We put the structure up and closed it in by November 2022. Steel erection took one year. We are expecting the building to be occupied by 2026. NGA personnel will carefully screen everything before the move-in date.”
With its precast concrete skin, the building looks like a large ordinary office building. However, the security and insulation that is part of the construction resists sound and radio transmission, helping to keep future communications secure.
Morisani and his team opted not to use a
tower crane for the construction, instead employing multiple crawler cranes.
“Our team used the smaller cranes to move around the building more easily and access tighter spaces. We also used mobile belt conveyors to transport rock where we needed it. We also used rough-terrain cranes from outside the building footprint to hoist punch windows into place. The windows were quite heavy and needed this equipment for lifting the windows three to four stories high.”
Castle Contracting, McCarthy’s civil contracting sister company, managed mass excavation and site utility work under a separate contract. Castle’s scope included more than 615,000 cu. yds. of mass grading as well as structural excavation, soil stabilization and a stormwater pollution prevention plan. To support stormwater management, Castle installed six runoff holding areas for groundwater, including detention ponds, detention structure and cooling water/irrigation pond. Stormwater runoff will be used for mechanical cooling and irrigation.
• The underground detention basin was the largest in North America (based on ADS’s designers) and required a lot of rock excavation.
• Special equipment included a long-reach excavator to dig a detention basin along with a fleet of scrapers.
• For the water line, Castle assisted with
cathodic protection.
At peak, Castle used five haul trucks, six scrapers, four track hoes, three bulldozers and compactors. A long-reach excavator was used for remediation and automated GPS equipment was used on excavators and dozers to expedite construction.
Safety has been a high priority for the Corps and for McCarthy HITT. The construction team recently reached an important milestone.
“We recently hit the 3 million man-hours mark on the project without a major incident,” said Morisani. “That’s quite an accomplishment with hundreds of workers on site every day. We are big on personal protective equipment and hazard analysis.”
One way the construction team has been able to reach that mark is by avoiding the use of common ladders. The team has encouraged workers to use a lift whenever possible. The workers also use many platform-style ladders, which are safer than normal ladders.
Josh Gaghen, vice president and project executive of McCarthy Building Companies, commented on the significance of the project.
“The greatest challenge involved managing the security and specialized requirements on a purpose-built, one-of-a-kind facility,” he said. “It has been truly incredible to be part of a best-in-class facility that supports national defense and will serve as an outstanding workplace and asset in the city of St. Louis.” CEG
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Customers had a chance to try out the new machines in a demo area.
Connect Work Tools, an Exodus Global company, announced the promotion of Derek Young to service manager.
In this pivotal role, Young will coordinate field service installations, service training, rebuilds and troubleshooting, ensuring that Connect Work Tools delivers unparalleled support to its customers nationwide.
Young brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of excellence in the field service industry. His expertise and leadership will be instrumental in enhancing the capabilities of Connect Work Tools’ service team.
With field service technicians strategically placed throughout the United States, Connect Work Tools is poised to provide robust and timely services to its customers.
Young’s promotion comes at a time when Connect Work Tools is expanding its service reach and capabilities. The company is committed to delivering high-quality service support to its customers, ensuring the optimal per-
formance and longevity of its attachments, which include breakers, pulverizers, grapples, magnets and compactors.
“With Derek at the helm of our service team, we are confident in our ability to provide superior service support to our customers,” said Brian Hawn, vice president of service at Exodus Global. “Derek’s coordination of field service installations, training and trou-
bleshooting will significantly enhance our service offerings, ensuring that our customers receive the best possible support.”
Connect Work Tools’ commitment to excellence is further strengthened by the full support of the entire Exodus Service Team. This collaboration ensures that customers benefit from the combined expertise and resources of both Connect Work Tools and Exodus Global, the company said.
“I am thrilled to take on the role of Connect Work Tools service manager,” said Young. “Together our team will continue to build and grow Connects high standards of service and customer relationships.”
As service manager, Young will play a crucial role in delivering on Connect Work Tools’ promise of exceptional service and support. His leadership will drive the continued success and growth of the company’s service operations.
For more information, visit www.connectworktools.com.
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The American Rental Association (ARA) Foundation and The Toro Company Foundation in collaboration with United Way of Metro Chicago donated volunteers and equipment to clean up and transform the grounds of Center for Independence through Conductive Education (CFICE) Chicago, Ill., on July 23.
The American Rental Association (ARA) Foundation and The Toro Company Foundation in collaboration with United Way of Metro Chicago donated volunteers and equipment to clean up and transform the grounds of Center for Independence through Conductive Education (CFICE) Chicago, Ill., on July 23. This is just one of the many ARA Foundation Impact Projects that take place across the country to improve communities in which ARA members live.
Volunteers and equipment from The Toro Company, Ditch Witch, First Place Rental, Sunbelt Rentals Inc. Carol Stream, Sunbelt Rentals Inc. Countryside, American Rental, Event Essentials, Marquee Event Rentals, Ditch Witch Midwest, National Lift Truck and House of Rental joined forces to make significant repairs and improvements. Their efforts included installing a sound garden and a butterfly garden, landscaping, and repairing and painting entryways and awnings.
“Children with disabilities have unlimited potential,” said Patricia Herbst, executive director, CFICE. “Unfortunately, many families face significant barriers to accessing quality therapy and services due to income or insurance limitations. No parent should have to choose between groceries and therapy for their child. The Center for Independence is deeply grateful to the United Way of Metro Chicago, the ARA Foundation and the Toro Company Foundation for helping break down these barriers. Your support ensures that children with disabili-
ties can grow up healthy and reach for the stars with an ‘I can’ attitude. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many hardworking children and their families — you made our playground and building a beautiful place to play and learn.”
In addition to working on CFICE, The ARA Foundation donated a $20,000 grant to UW of Metro Chicago to support the expenses associated with the project.
Matt Shinofield, Sunbelt Rentals Inc. and ARA of Illinois vice president was a lead on the project. “During the planning process I visited the center to confirm the project scope, during the visit I knew that the work we were going to do would have a lasting impact on the kids and teachers for years to come,” he said. “I was overjoyed by the amount of volunteer participation we had from the local rental community. The most rewarding part of the day was at the end. The kids went straight to the instrument garden and started playing with them. They were using the mallets to listen to what the different sounds were from each leaf of the instrument tree. Their faces were all smiles. They were laughing and playing. I knew we had made an impact.”
The American Rental Association (ARA) Foundation, Moline, Ill., is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting the equipment and event rental industry. It is affiliated with the ARA, an international trade association
Volunteers and equipment from The Toro Company, Ditch Witch, First Place Rental, Sunbelt Rentals Inc. Carol Stream, Sunbelt Rentals Inc. Countryside, American Rental, Event Essentials, Marquee Event Rentals, Ditch Witch Midwest, National Lift Truck and House of Rental joined forces to make significant repairs and improvements.
for owners of equipment and event rental businesses and the manufacturers and suppliers of construction/industrial, general tool and party/event rental equipment. The ARA Foundation offers scholarships, mentoring opportunities, employee training assistance and disaster relief to the industry.
For more information, visit ARArental.org.
The Toro Company is a worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment including turf and landscape maintenance; snow and ice management; underground utility construction; rental and specialty construction; and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions.
The Toro Company’s global presence extends to more than 125 countries through a family of brands that includes Toro, Ditch Witch, Exmark, Spartan Mowers, BOSS Snowplow, Ventrac, American Augers, Trencor, Subsite Electronics, HammerHead, Radius HDD, Perrot, Hayter, Unique Lighting Systems, Irritrol and LawnBoy.
Through constant innovation and caring relationships built on trust and integrity, The Toro Company and its family of brands have built a legacy of excellence by helping customers work on golf courses, sports fields, construction sites, public green spaces, commercial and residential properties and agricultural operations.
For more information, visit thetorocompany.com.
Efforts included installing a sound garden and a
terfly garden, landscaping, and repairing and painting entryways and awnings.
More than 200 of Felling’s team members gathered to enjoy an afternoon filled with games, food and prizes, along with the opportunity to visit with fellow team members, policymakers and AEM team members.
Felling Trailers took the opportunity to celebrate its 50th anniversary and team member appreciation with the AEM Manufacturing Express, gathering employees to celebrate the company’s history and continued development.
“2024 is a milestone year for Felling Trailers. Fifty years ago, on November 1st, 1974, my parents, Merle and Kathy Felling, purchased a small welding shop on Pine St. in downtown Sauk Centre, Sauk Centre Welding. Fast forward a few years, and Merle’s trailer designs and quality craftsmanship quickly got noticed. Trailer orders increased, and risk and growth took place. In the mid-late 1980s, the business moved to its current location and became doing business as Felling Trailers Inc.,” said Brenda Jennissen, president/CEO and co-owner of Felling Trailers Inc.
“When we purchased the company from Merle and Kathy nearly a dozen years ago, we knew we had an enormous responsibility to follow in their footsteps, continuing to be good community stewards to our team members, customers, and the communities we call home. This tour serves as a uniquely valuable opportunity to reflect on the people who have made that happen and where we want to take things over the next half-century,” said Jennissen.
More than 200 of Felling’s team members gathered together by the company’s new powder coat facility to enjoy an afternoon filled with games, food and prizes, along with the opportunity to visit with fellow team members, policymakers and AEM team members. The games provided by AEM are part of their Manufacturing
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Ford Motor Company announced plans to assemble FSeries Super Duty pickups at its Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada, starting in 2026, boosting production of one of the company’s most popular and profitable vehicles.
The move to add production of up to 100,000 units of its best-selling Super Duty to Oakville expands Super Duty production across three plants in North America, including Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant, which are operating at full capacity. It also paves the way to bring multi-energy technology to the next generation of Super Duty trucks, giving customers more freedom of choice and supporting Ford’s electrification plans.
“Super Duty is a vital tool for businesses and people around the world and, even with our Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant running flat out, we can’t meet the demand. This move benefits our customers and supercharges our Ford Pro commercial business,” said Jim Farley, Ford president and CEO.
fully flexible plant.
“At the same time, we look forward to introducing three-row electric utility vehicles, leveraging our experience in three-row utility vehicles and our learnings as America’s No. 2 electric vehicle brand to deliver fantastic, profitable vehicles.”
In total, Ford plans to invest approximately $3 billion to expand Super Duty production, including $2.3 billion to install assembly and integrated stamping operations at Oakville Assembly Complex. When complete, Oakville Assembly Complex will be a
Boosting Super Duty assembly will initially secure approximately 1,800 Canadian jobs at Oakville Assembly Complex, 400 more than would initially have been needed to produce the three-row electric vehicle.
Unifor-represented employees at Oakville Assembly Complex will return to work in 2026, a full year earlier than previously planned. The increased production also adds approximately 150 jobs at Windsor Engine Complex, which will manufacture more V8 engines for Super Duty.
“This investment will benefit Ford, our employees in Canada and the U.S., and especially our customers who want and need
Super Duty for their lives and livelihoods,” said Kumar Galhotra, Ford’s chief operating officer. “It is fully consistent with our Ford+ plan for profitable growth, as we take steps to maximize our global manufacturing footprint, and our investments will have a fast payback.”
Ford plans to hire new employees and add overtime at U.S. component plants that support Super Duty production.
• Sharonville Transmission Plant in Ohio — $24 million investment and additional overtime
• Rawsonville Components Plant in Michigan — $1 million investment and roughly 20 new jobs
Lincoln Electric announced that it has acquired Vanair Manufacturing LLC, a privately held, Michigan City, Ind.based, manufacturer of mobile power solutions serving the U.S. service truck market.
Vanair offers a comprehensive portfolio of mobile power solutions, including vehicle-mounted compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, chargers/boosters and electrified power equipment. Its extensive equipment portfolio complements Lincoln Electric’s maintenance and repair consumable offering and builds upon the joint development equipment initiatives that the two companies have been pursuing.
“We are pleased to welcome the Vanair team to Lincoln
Electric. Vanair is renowned for their leading high-quality manufacturing, innovation and engineering expertise in the fast-growing maintenance and repair service truck market,” said Steven B. Hedlund, Lincoln Electric’s president and chief executive officer. “By joining together, Lincoln Electric will capitalize on this channel opportunity to accel erate growth and broaden our technology platform for longterm value creation.”
• Sterling Axle Plant in Michigan — approximately 50 new jobs Across powertrain, transmission, stamping and final assembly operations, 10 U.S. plants in five states support Super Duty production. Those plants directly employ approximately 20,000 American workers.
Ford is a leader in producing and selling trucks in America, with two F-150 plants in Michigan and Missouri, two Super Duty plants in Kentucky and Ohio, and a Ranger plant in Michigan. Ford truck production directly and indirectly supports more than 500,000 jobs in America.
In the first half of 2024, Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant produced more than 200,000 Super Duty trucks. Order banks remain healthy since the launch of the new 2024 model year Super Duty, and demand from Ford Pro customers is higher than what Ford can produce now.
“There is durable demand for Super Duty from Ford Pro customers as spending on infrastructure and related construction activity remains high,” said Ford Pro CEO Ted Cannis.
“Many retail customers have not been able to get their trucks fast enough because of our production constraints. Unlocking Super Duty volume will also support businesses and tradespeople who rely on these trucks and first responders who serve their communities.”
Vanair’s annual revenue is approximately $100 million with a low double-digit percent EBIT margin, and its results will be reported in the Americas Welding Segment. For more information, visit www.lincolnelectric.com.
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Felling Trailers Inc. is hosting its 12th annual online auction of an FT-3 drop deck utility trailer to support a nonprofit organization. The 2024 beneficiary is Backing the Blue Line, an organization dedicated to supporting the law enforcement community.
The goal is to raise awareness about the valuable work that Backing the Blue Line does for officers and their families through their various programs and support services. This organization is entirely run by volunteers.
Felling Trailers has manufactured and painted a custom grey trailer with a blue line and the Backing the Blue Line emblem. The Trailer for a Cause auction will start on Monday, Sept. 2, at noon and run for nine days, ending Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. The online auction can be viewed at www.felling.com/our-company/trailerfor-a-cause/. Arrangements must be made for pick up at Felling Trailers’ manufacturing facility or delivery (freight extra).
Various suppliers of Felling Trailers have joined in to support Backing the Blue Line by sponsoring the construction of the trailer, from lighting to tires to decking.
The 2024 Trailer for a Cause sponsors are Trans-Texas, PPG, Dexter, Sealco, Peterson, Industrial Wood (Blackwood), Demco and Pacific Rim. The full winning bid amount will go
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directly to Backing the Blue Line.
Backing the Blue Line (BtBL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the law enforcement community in Minnesota. BtBL unites the power of members and the generosity of donors to honor and support Minnesota law enforcement officers and families; they mobilize to provide services, labor, and assistance during times of illness, injury, or tragedy, as well as join in celebrating life milestones.
“We want the Minnesota law enforcement community to know that they are not alone — that can range from celebrating the birth of an officer’s child to supporting a family who’s loved one has made the ultimate sacrifice. We hope to bridge the gap and provide assistance that officers may not be able to get elsewhere,” said Bethany Danner, president of BtBL.
Law enforcement families live a unique lifestyle. Jennifer Whiteford, the founder of the group, recognized a need for wives to be able to share their experiences with each other.
“Speaking with a Minnesota National Guardsman and State Law Enforcement officer’s widow, it was evident the significant support Backing the Blue Line provided her and their son. We want to be loud about the important work they are performing, bringing solace and support none of us non-law enforcement families can
measure up to in those deep times of indescribable pain and despair,” said Brenda Jennissen, Felling Trailers CEO.
Backing the Blue Line is a locally founded 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Minnesota dedicated to supporting law enforcement officers and their families. It supports the Minnesota law enforcement community by providing resources and support to law enforcement officers and their families and serving as a positive voice in the community.
Additionally, the group offers a forum for law enforcement wives — or other women in a long-term committed relationship with a Minnesota law enforcement officer — to find and provide hope and support for each other through friendships, networking, discussion and service as they navigate a unique lifestyle. Jennifer Whiteford, the founder of the group, recognized a need for wives to be able to share their experiences with each other.
Current committees include: Community Engagement, Fallen Officer Memorial Rose, Family Support, Marketing, Membership, Social Events and Wellness.
For more information about the Backing the Blue Line, visit www.backingtheblueline.org.
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Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc. has been awarded zero-emission certifications by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Isuzu NRR-EV.
CARB and the EPA have been accelerating the adoption of zero-emission vehicles across the United States to combat climate change, reduce air pollution and promote sustainable transportation solutions nationwide. Their requirements mandate ambitious targets for companies to transition to cleaner, zero-emission technologies.
The new Isuzu NRR-EV is now approved for sale in all 50 states. The NRR-EV will be assembled in Charlotte, Mich., starting in August 2024.
The zero-emission certifications validate Isuzu’s adherence to stringent emissions standards and regulatory requirements, demonstrating compliance with federal and state environmental regulations. The new Isuzu NRR-EV is positioned as a viable medium duty truck option for fleets seeking to both reduce their carbon footprint and comply with increasingly strict emissions regulations.
“For us at Isuzu, this truck showcases our commitment to innovation in delivering sustainable transportation solutions for the future. The certifications for our NRR-EV are a major step in providing customers with a medium-duty vehicle that lessens their carbon footprint and meets new fleet regulations,” said Shaun Skinner, president of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America.
For more information, call 866/441-9638 or visit www.isuzucv.com.
Challenge; the online video games invite participants to tackle industry-themed questions for a chance to win prizes. Team members lined up to participate in the various games and show their support for the I Make America campaign.
“The ‘Manufacturing Express’ celebrates our team members and community while highlighting our contribution to American manufacturing and the U.S. economy,” said Patrick Jennissen, vice president of sales and marketing.
The “AEM Manufacturing Express” made its 10th stop on its national tour at Felling Trailers Inc. The tour covers more than 20 states with 80 stops at equipment manufacturers to showcase the cutting-edge technology and innovations that power modern equipment and the innovative technologies, processes, people and products revolutionizing this industry across America.
“The Manufacturing Express is more than a bus tour. This event allows us to tell your story and celebrate the amazing products you make right here in Sauk Centre, Minn. Behind every piece of equipment, there is a story, and we are excited to tell those stories of the 2.3 million women and men in our industry,” said Kelly Lang, senior director of sales and engagement with AEM.
For more information, visit www.felling.com and manufacturingexpress.org.
(All photos courtesy of Felling Trailers.)
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WANTED (US): MANUFACTURER: JCB 540-170 TELEHANDLER, 2016 OR NEWER.
EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS AND JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. WE REQUIRE ITEMS TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. THE MOST DESIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS. PHONE: 484-781-2958
EMAIL: JWALSH@JAMESTOHARAINC.COM
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 140G MOTOR GRADERS - NEED TO BUY CAT MOTOR GRADER 140G/H, 14G,14M. ALSO LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU WHEEL LOADER WA-600 AND WA-900. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT. EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220
WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 336 EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS. EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM PHONE: 737-587-1936
WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR OFFHIGHWAY TRUCKS - CAT MODELS 777C, 777D, 777F, 777G. EMAIL: TONYTHOMAS@ PACIFICCRANES.COM; PHONE: 1-818-956-5231
WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR 980K-M / 924 K-M / 416 420 430 C-D-E-F / 953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 MN EMAIL: FEEDBACK@GCESEQUIPMENT.COM PHONE: 657-456-2544
WANTED (IL): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR CAT - CASE 980K-M /924 K-M /416 420 430 C-D-E-F /953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 M-N.
EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA-600, WA-500 AND WA-900 WHEEL LOADERS.
EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (IL): A CUMMINS 5.9 TURBO CHARGED ENGINE FOR A CASE 1155E LOADER.
EMAIL: KUBERSKIEXC@CHARTER.NET
WANTED (TX): NEED CAT 988 USED WHEEL LOADER. IF AVAILABLE PLEASE CONTACT ASAP. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (TX): ALL MODELS EAGLE CRUSHERS / PULVERIZERS / SHEARS. ISO PORTABLE, PREFERABLY CLOSED CIRCUIT, IMPACT CRUSHERS. ALSO INTERESTED IN PORTABLE SCREENS EMAIL: GIVEBUYSELLTRADE@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 512-822-8818
WANTED: KOMATSU WA600-6 WHEEL LOADER & CAT 988. IF AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (OK): CATERPILLAR D5N CRAWLER DOZER. EMAIL: JUNK4@ACEINVESTMENTS.COM; PHONE: 405-627-6246
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MODEL 815 SOIL COMPACTOR. EMAIL: ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM; PHONE: 312-898-5355
WANTED (IN): HYSTER H80FT FORKS EMAIL: YADAV.JYOTI178@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 09500208661 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
WANTED (WA): BOMAG BW 172 PADFOOT COMPACTORS | LOOKING FOR PARTS, SPECIFICALLY DRIVE TRAIN, OR WHOLE MACHINE TO USE FOR PARTS. EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM PHONE: 360-798-5847
WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598
WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR MODEL 14H MOTOR GRADER. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478
WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE. EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897
WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214 – A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR. EMAIL DEANDRS@VERIZON.NET OR CALL 610-417-5123
WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND BACKHOE LOADERS. EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET
WANTED (US): VOLVO EC480DL EXCAVATOR EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360
WANTED (OK): INTERNATIONAL H100C WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466. EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM PHONE: 918-385-1623
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3). EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 832-244-1897
WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, MODELS EX 400 AND EX 450. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 340 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO LOCATE CAT EXCAVATORS 320, 330, 345, 365, 385, AND 390. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-281-694-5478
WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS & LESS THAN $15,000 EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 616-813-3642
WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923331234598
WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR MULITIPLE UNITS OF CATERPILLAR D7G CRAWLER DOZERS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923322489350
WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS – NEED TO PURCHASE HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400, EX-450, AND EX 270. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE DO LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER T4 CRAWLER
ALEX LYON & SON
AUCTIONEERS
www.lyonauction.com
315-633-2944
• Online
August 9 - 23, 2024
For: Major Trucking Company Retirement Auction
• Online
August 19 - 29, 2024
For: Large Quantity Late Model Van Trailers
• Austin, TX
Tues., August 20, 2024
For: Late Model Ag & Construction Equipment & more
• Somerset, PA
Thurs., August 22, 2024
For: Large Construction Equipment Auction
• Dunkirk, NY
Fri., August 23, 2024
For: Live portion Major Trucking Company Retirement Auction
• Online
Thurs., August 29, 2024
For: Late Model Construction Equipment and more
RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS
www.rbauction.com
402-421-3631
• Orlando, FL
August 22 – 23, 2024
• Houston, TX
August 27 - 29, 2024
• NE Regional Event
August 28 – 30, 2024
• Los Angeles, CA
September 5 - 6, 2024
• Las Vegas, NV
September 6, 2024
ABSOLUTE AUCTION & REALTY, INC.
www.AARauctions.com
800-243-0061
• Online May 1 – December 31, 2024
For: Vehicles, Equipment & Government Auctions
• Online
Ends August 20, 2024
For: Westchester County Surplus Vehicle & Equipment Auction
• Online
Ends August 22, 2024
For: Peterbilt 378 Day Cab Tractor Auction
• Online
Ends August 26, 2024
For: Town of Hamptonburgh Surplus Auction
ALLSURPLUS – A Liquidity Services
Marketplace www.allsurplus.com 214-427-1862
• Online
August 8 - 22, 2024
For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction
To view our complete list of upcoming auctions visit our Auction Calendar at www.constructionequipmentguide.com
• Online
August 8 - 22, 2024
For: Surplus Pickup Truck, Truck Tractors, Garbage Trucks, Dump Trucks & more
AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL
www.auctionsinternational.com
800-536-1401
• Online
Aug. 8 – Sept. 4, 2024 For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!
BAR NONE AUCTION
www.barnoneauction.com
866-372-1700
• Online Fri., August 30, 2024
For: Woodburn OR Heavy Equipment Auction
BIDADOO AUCTIONS
www.bidadoo.com 1-877-BIDADOO
• Online August 20, 2024
• Online August 27, 2024
BIG IRON AUCTIONS
www.bigiron.com
800-937-3558
• Online August 21, 2024
• Online August 28, 2024
BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS
www.brightstarauctions.com 574-825-0704
• Middlebury, IN Fri., August 30, 2024
For: Michiana Equipment Auction
DON SMOCK AUCTION CO., INC. www.dsa-auctions.com 765-778-9277
• Pendleton, IN Fri., September 13, 2024
For: 32nd Annual Fall Truck & Trailer Auction
HANSEN AUCTION GROUP www.hansenauctiongroup.com 920-383-1012
• Online
Ends August 27, 2024
For: Erickson Excavating LLC Retirement Auction
• Online
Ends August 27, 2024
For: Monthly Construction, Heavy Trucks & Government Consignment
• Online
Ends September 16, 2024
For: Pike Construction Equipment, Trucks & Trailers Consignment Auction
I.R.A.Y. AUCTION
www.iraymn.com
320-968-7230
• Online
Wed., September 11, 2024
For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction
J. STOUT AUCTIONS
www.jstoutauction.com
888-897-8864
• Online
Wed., August 28, 2024 For: Next Live Stream Auction
JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC.
www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com
601-450-6200
• Enigma, GA
Sat., August 17, 2024
For: South Georgia Consignment Auction
• Online
Tues., August 20, 2024
For: One Owner Auction for Burts Garage
• Kissimmee, FL
August 20 - 21, 2024
For: Two Day Florida Construction Auction
• Davidson, NC
Thurs., August 22, 2024
For: One Owner Fleet Realignment Auction
• Newton, NH
Sat., August 24, 2024
For: Heavy Construction, Trucks, Trailers, Farm Equipment & more
• Online
Tues., August 27, 2024
For: Crane, Heavy Transport & Support Equipment Auction
KEENAN AUCTION COMPANY
www.keenanauction.com
207-885-5100
• Online
Aug. 18 – Sept. 3, 2024
For: Public Timed Online Auction
MIDEAST EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS
www.mideastequip.com
860-370-9993
• Patterson, NY
Tues., August 27, 2024
For: Contractors Equipment Surplus Auction. Live & Online
MIEDEMA ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP www.1800lastbid.com
616-538-0367
• Live & Online Webcast
Thurs., September 12, 2024
For: Orchard & Farm Equipment Auction
• Live & Online Webcast
Sat., September 14, 2024
For: Retirement Auction: Memory Acres Farm
PURPLE WAVE AUCTION www.purplewave.com
866-608-9283
• Online
Tues., August 20, 2024
For: Superior Excavating LLC Retirement Auction
• Online
Wed., August 21, 2024
For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction
• Online Thurs., August 22, 2024 For: Construction Equipment Auction
• Online
Tues., August 27, 2024 For: Government Auction
• Online
Wed., August 28, 2024 For: Ag Equipment Auction
• Online
Thurs., August 29, 2024
For: Truck & Trailer Auction
RES AUCTION SERVICES www.RES.bid 833-SOLD-RES
• Wooster, OH Sat., August 31, 2024
For: Construction Equipment Consignment Auction
RTi AUCTIONS
www.rtiauctions.com 585-243-1563
• Online
August 20 - 27 2024
For: August NetAuction: Edition 2
• Online
September 5 - 10, 2024
For: Liquidation Grant Street Construction, Inc.
SALES AUCTION COMPANY, LLC
www.salesauctioncompany.com
860-627-7506
• Online August 19 - 28, 2024
For: MIRA Dissolution Authority Timed Auction
• Online
Fri., October 25, 2024
For: 15th Annual Fall Sale
• Windsor Locks, CT Sat., October 26, 2024
For: 15th Annual Fall Sale
SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC
www.shetronequipment.com 717-532-8828
• Shippensburg, PA
Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Construction & Farm Equipment Auction
SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS a BigIron Company www.sullivanauctioneers.com 844-847-2161
• Online
Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Kenny’s Construction Inc. Auction
• Online Wed., August 28, 2024
For: O’Toole Construction, Inc. Retirement Auction
• Online Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Helton Excavating & Development LLC Auction
• Online
Wed., August 28, 2024 For: Jason Alexander Construction Retirement Auction
• Online Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Musselman & Hall Contractors Auction
• Online
Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Goldinger Equipment LLC Auction
• Online
Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Ranko Equipment Auction
• Online
Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Lee Farms Excavating Auction
YODER & FREY
HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS www.yoderandfrey.com 419-865-3990
• Findlay, OH Thurs., August 22, 2024
For: Heavy Equipment Auction
• Kissimmee, FL Wed., August 28, 2024
For: Heavy Equipment Auction
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Brubeck wrote for the media outlet Governing.
He said the construction industry’s “perfect storm” of workforce shortage, materials price inflation and controversial public policy is to blame.
It’s “undermining hundreds of billions of dollars of taxpayer investments in federal, state and local government infrastructure projects.”
Brubeck said it’s also hurting clean energy and manufacturing projects procured by private developers.
“This means fewer improvements to roads, schools, water systems and energy infrastructure and fewer well-paying construction jobs.”
He cited President Biden’s Buy America laws, project permitting regulations, workforce development and labor policies as well as the failure to reduce costly red tape.
Combined, the issues are “diminishing the value hardworking taxpayers deserve from investing in America’s infrastructure projects,” said Brubeck.
And he called Biden’s mandatory project labor agreements for contracts of $35 million or more “one of the most controversial Biden administration policies.”
Brubeck said the policy excludes nearly 90 percent of the construction workforce “and some of the best contractors in the industry” from competing.
The project-specific collective bargaining pacts are designed to steer taxpayer-funded contracts to unionized
contractors and union labor.
“Government-mandated PLAs needlessly exacerbate the construction industry’s skilled labor shortage,” said Brubeck.
They force the replacement of existing employees with workers from specific union halls and the adoption of “inefficient” union work rules, he said.
The result is excessive cost burdens and safety and quality risks for high-performing non-union contractors who can’t compete for taxpayer-funded projects.
“Non-union firms employ a historically high 89.3 percent of the U.S. construction industry,” said Brubeck, ABC vice president of regulatory affairs. “Quality and experienced
non-union contractors have built more than half of large-scale federal construction projects since 2009.”
These non-union contractors also are more likely to be owned by women and minorities, he added, and research has found PLA mandates increase construction costs by 12 to 20 percent, he said.
That means voters can expect fewer improvements to important local infrastructure projects — and fewer jobs, Brubeck believes.
“This administration’s effort to freeze the majority of experienced contractors … out of competing is sure to create delays and needless infrastructure inflation.”
On the bright side, Brubeck said builders are fighting back. In fact, ABC filed suit against the PLAs mandate on federal projects.
The organization said Americans deserve long-lasting construction projects built safely, on time and on budget by the best contractors and workers regardless of labor affiliation.
Lawmakers, governors and industry are urging Congress to stop inflationary PLAs by passing the Fair and Open Competition Act, said Brubeck.
The act would prohibit PLAs on federal and federally assisted construction projects, he said.
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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)
AGC Events Calendar:
All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd Edition
(https://training.agc.org/course/vlea 240901/)
Dates: Wednesday, Sept 4, 2024 (1:00 PM) –Monday, Sept 30, 2024 (4:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program
(https://training.agc.org/course/vbim240901/)
Dates: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 (1:00 PM) –
Thursday, October 3, 2024 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd Edition
(https://training.agc.org/course/vlea 241101/)
Dates: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 (10:00 AM) –
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 (7:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
AGC EDGE MS Project Training for Construction Project Managers
(https://training.agc.org/course/ms-project-training-for-construction-project-managers/)
Dates: Thursday, September 5, 2024 (2:00 PM) –Thursday, September 12, 2024 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
RAM, INC.
Explosive Educational Services
Premier Blasting and Explosives Safety Training (BEST) Course
Date: September 10 – 12, 2024
Location: Crazy Horse Memorial 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs Crazy Horse, South Dakota 57730 605/673-4681
RAM, INC. announces dates, new location for its premier Blasting and Explosives Safety Training Course for improved recognition of hazardous situations.
A slight departure from previous years, all 2024 sessions will be conducted exclusively at the Crazy Horse Memorial in Crazy Horse, S.D. Field trips of the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mt. Rushmore are included during the two-and-a-half-day conference.
Ram, Inc.’s BEST Sessions are developed specifically for explosives engineers, drillers, field crews, safety personnel, D&B Engineers, and others working with explosives. For more information, contact RAM, INC. Phone: 740/363-6976 Website: www.ramets.com
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC)
CLC Leadership Development Conference
The AGC CLC Leadership Development Conference (LDC) is the premier annual event that brings together like-minded leaders from across the nation’s construction industry for professional development and networking.
Co-hosted by AGC of America and AGC of Tennessee, this conference provides an opportunity to engage directly with construction professionals, discuss industry best practices, and develop leadership skills.
DATES: September 11 – 12, 2024
TIME: September 11 (9:00 AM) – September 12 (7:00 PM)
PLACE: Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis 33 Beale Street Memphis, TN 38103
Phone: (901) 444-3232
Help Shape the Future of the Industry. Together. Join in the dialogue with the next generation of leaders in the construction industry.
You can develop your leadership skills, enjoy fun networking
events and engage in meaningful discussions about industry best practices and how to grow your local Construction Leadership Committee (CLC) group.
Explore Downtown Memphis
Welcome to the 2024 Leadership Development Conference at Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis, a boutique hotel nestled within a vibrant downtown neighborhood known for its lauded music venues, historic landmarks, Southern Hospitality, and Memphis-style barbecue.
Perched on the banks of the Mississippi River, the hotel is a short walk to the city’s famed entertainment district and near the South Main district, the University of Memphis, and more!
For more information, contact AGC of America, phone: 703/548-3118 Fax: 703/842-8817
CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN (CAM)
CAM SPORTING CLAYS SHOOTOUT
Founded in 1885, the Construction Association of Michigan is the oldest and largest commercial and industrial construction association in North America.
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (EST)
Location: Hunters Creek Club 675 E. Sutton Road, Metamora, Michigan
Join our group of 100 shooters for a full day of networking and a test of your shooting skills!
The CAM Sporting Clays has been one of our most popular events since its beginning over thirty years ago. It sells out every year so be sure to register early. The agenda includes Registration from 10 AM to 1 PM. Lunch will be served from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Shoot will begin at 1 PM with a shotgun start concluding with time to socialize and network. During Perch Dinner, awards and prizes will be announced. For more information on this event, contact CAM: (248) 972-1000.
The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences https://fsr.osu.edu
Dates: Tuesday, September 17 – Thursday, September 19, 2024
Place: The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental Sciences
135 State Route 38 NE
London, OH 43140
Phone: 614/292-4278
This is the 62nd Farm Science Review, the 42nd at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center. Ohio State’s 2,100-acre Molly Caren Agricultural Center is located two (2) miles North of London on U.S. Route 40. 2024 Features: Eighteen (18) years of induction into the Farm Science Review Hall of Fame. Ohio Farmer Conversation Awards: Thursday, September 19th at 11:30 AM. Hundreds of demonstration plots and several million dollars’ worth of machinery. OSU Central, featuring demonstrations and displays from OSU colleges and departments. Lots of farm safety, home safety and health information. Comprehensive field demonstrations each day of the show. We expect to completely fill the commercial exhibit area this year, with over 600 exhibitors from all over North America in the Central Exhibit Area. Field Demonstrations: Harvesting, strip-tilling, global positioning, planting, manure and tillage demonstrations will take place every day.
For more information: Phone: (614) 292-4278 Email: fsrinfo@osu.edu.
CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN (CAM)
2024 Building Connections
Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024
TIME: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EST)
LOCATION: 32 Lake Shore Road
The War Memorial Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236-3726
Building Connections is the largest annual gathering of the construction community in SE Michigan, providing a unique opportunity for informal business and social interaction. In conjunction with the CAM, the Executive Committee of Building Connections is pleased to offer this opportunity to network, socialize and support a worthy cause with all members of the industry, from general contractors, subcontractors and developers, to architects, designers, engineers and a multitude of vendors. Mixing business with fun is our goal! Enjoy silent auction items, raffle, prize drawings, gourmet food stations, open bar, and, of course, fellowship throughout the evening.
For more information, contact CAM Headquarters: Phone: (248) 972-1000..
HIGHLIGHTS: 2023 Caterpillar D6-20 Dozer, 422 hrs. showing; 2014 Caterpillar D6T XL Tracked Dozer, 5,894 hrs. showing; 2006 Caterpillar 315C Excavator, 5,672 hrs. Showing; 2003 Caterpillar 938G Wheel Loader, 12,110 hrs. showing; 2010 Caterpillar 420E 4WD Loader Backhoe, 3,047 hrs. showing; 2005 Komatsu WB140 4WD Loader Backhoe, 3,449 hrs. showing; 2006 Caterpillar 430E Loader Backhoe, 6,200 hrs. showing; 2007 Caterpillar 140H Articulating Motor Grader, 4,525 hrs. showing; 1994 Galion 850 Articulating Motor Grader, 6,307 hrs. showing; 1978 John Deere 762 Motor Elevating Scraper, 4,404 hrs. showing; 2007 Peterbilt 379 T/A Truck Tractor, 17,919 hrs. showing, 777,628 mi. showing; 2007 Peterbilt 379 T/A Truck Tractor, 19,333 hrs. showing, 752,350 mi. showing; 2006 Peterbilt 379 T/A Truck Tractor, 26,844 hrs. showing, 813,118 mi. showing; 2006 Peterbilt 379 T/A Truck Tractor, 24,956 hrs. showing, 675,452 mi. showing; 2006 Peterbilt 378 T/A Truck Tractor, 22,801 hrs. showing; 1999 Peterbilt 379 T/A Truck Tractor, 68,100 mi. showing; 2022 Ford F250 Super Duty Lariat 4WD Pickup, 24,445 mi. showing; 2019 Ford F250 Super Duty Lariat 4WD Pickup; 2011 Ford F250 Super Duty 4WD Pickup, 171,970 mi. showing; 1994 Freightliner T/A Dump Truck, 192,822 mi. showing; 1990 Freightliner T/A Dump Truck, 182,342 mi. showing; 2013 Nuttall 350LB 48’ Tri-Axle Lowboy Trailer; 2013 Nuttall 350LB 46’ Tri-Axle Lowboy Trailer; 2012 Nuttall 350LB 46’ Tri-Axle Lowboy Trailer; 2011 Nuttall 350LB 46’ Tri-Axle Lowboy Trailer; 2002 Holden HLB25 37’ T/A Lowboy Trailer; 1998 Trail King TK40LP 24’ T/A Lowboy Trailer; 1989 Homemade Dump Trailer; 1987 Load King 1827-3-2 40’ T/A Belly Dump Trailer; 1985 Ranch Manufacturing 38’ T/A Belly Dump Trailer; 2018 Caterpillar 259D Skid Steer; 2011 Caterpillar CP56 Vibratory Compactor, 1,528 hrs. showing; PLUS MUCH MORE VISIT WEBSITE TO VIEW FULL LISTING!
STARTING AT 9:00 AM
(620) 242-7822
EQUIPMENT INSPECTION: FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 • 10 AM - 2PM GIRARD, KANSAS
HIGHLIGHTS: Cat EL300B Track Excavator, 9,080 hrs. Showing; JD 700J XLT Crawler Dozer, 226 hrs. showing; Cat 416R Backhoe, 10,345 hrs. Showing; Cat D4H LGP Crawler Dozer, 2,087 hrs. showing; Cat D6R XL Dozer, 14885 hrs. showing; Cat D6R XL Crawler Dozer; Cat D8K Dozer; Galion A550 Motor Grader; Cat Challenger 65C Crawler Tracked Tractor, 1,666 hrs. showing; Challenger MT755 Track Tractor, 8,445 hrs. showing; 1970 JD 3020 2WD Tractor, 7,490 hrs. showing; 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 HD Dually Pickup; 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup, 64,130 mi. showing; 2004 Ford F-150 XL Pickup; 2000 Dodge Ram 3500 Pickup w/ DewEze Bale Bed; 1998 GMC 3500 SL 1 Ton Dually Service Truck, 147,148 mi.showing; 1978 Ford 7000 S/A Truck w/ BJM Mixer Feed Box, 42,218 mi. showing; Freightliner T/A Dump Truck, 396,067 mi. showing; GMC 7000 S/A Box Truck, 185,179 hrs. Showing; Great Plains 2SF24 Drill; Buffalo Flex-II 822RD Grass Seeder; Case Disk Harrow; Krause 963A Flex Wing Tandem Disk Harrow; Rome 1 CW 40-14 Offset Disk Harrow; New Idea 3622 Manure Spreader; Willmar Super 600 Dry Spreader; Agco 3010 Disc Mower; PLUS MORE VISIT WEBSITE TO VIEW FULL LISTING!
QUESTIONS: BRUCE MOONEY (620) 308-3234 UNRESERVED | ONLINE
REP: TYLER JACKMAN (620) 404-8115
2019
A45G Articulated Dump Truck, 6,246 hrs. showing;
A40F 6x6 Articulated Dump
11,293 hrs. showing; 2013
A40F 6x6 Articulated Dump Truck, 11,281 hrs. showing; 2006 John Deere 650D LC Excavator, 11,342 hrs. showing; 2002 John Deere 644EZ Wheel Loader, 10,528 hrs. showing; Doosan DL500 Wheel Loader, 18,767 hrs. showing; 2005 R&R Equipment Co Mobile/Track Crushing Plant; 1974 Caterpillar D7G Dozer/Ripper; Caterpillar D7E Dozer; Caterpillar D8H Dozer; Caterpillar 16 Motor Grader w/ Ripper; Caterpillar 463F Pull-Type Scraper; Caterpillar 621 Self-Propelled Scraper; Caterpillar 80 Pull-Type Scraper; Caterpillar D8 Track Rollers; D7E, D7F Track Roller Shells; Central Fabricators Excavator Hydraulic Quick Coupler; Tag 6 CU. YD. Excavator Bucket; Fecon BH074SS2 Mulching Head; Degelman 16’ Push Blade; Grouser Bar Steel; Grouser Bar Steel; Metal Concrete Forms; Metal Concrete Keyway Forms; Rammer G80 Hydraulic Hammer/Breaker; 12 Guard Rail Curved Ends; 13 1/2” Guard Rail;
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The Building Contractors Association of Northeast Indiana (BCA) announced winners of the 2024 Presidential Merit Scholarships and Michael H. Kinder Jr. Memorial Scholarships. These programs were created to recognize significant accomplishments and reward worthy students for furthering their education in construction-related college degree programs.
The recipients of the two $2,500 Presidential Merit Scholarships are Emma Dodane and Carson Mapes. Ian Snyder is the recipient of the $2,500 Michael H. Kinder Jr. Memorial Scholarship.
Emma Dodane is a 2024 Norwell High School graduate who will con-
tinue her education at Purdue University Fort Wayne, majoring in construction management. In the fall of 2023, Emma joined BCA member Crosby Excavating, where her passion for learning more about the construction trade began. Emma strives to push herself and her boundaries to realize her goals of completing her bachelor’s degree and being a strong female leader in the construction field.
Carson Mapes graduated from East Central High School this year and will attend Northern Kentucky University. He takes great pride in witnessing his parents “build” each other up over the years and, as a family, building memories. Carson works for Logan’s Mart
and his father’s side construction business, Sidechick Construction. He also helps rescue and rehome animals with Big Mama’s House Pet Rescue. Carson is majoring in construction management and aspires to be just like his dad.der
Ian Snyder is a 2024 graduate of Garrett High School and is on track to graduate from Ivy Tech Community College in 2025 with a degree in construction management. Through an internship at BCA member Brooks Construction and continuing as a regular employee, this is where Ian realized his passion for construction. He especially enjoys being outdoors and hopes to earn his spot as a project manager eventually.
George Jones recently received the Vermeer Sales Legacy Award for his outstanding success and commitment during his career with Vermeer Heartland.
Jones has been on the Vermeer Heartland team since 1983, making this his 41st year with the company.
Those who know him well affectionately refer to him as Mr. George. He has spent the majority of his career in a sales role, winning several Top 10 Awards in the 80s and 90s and is consistently a star at the ARA show, according to the company. Jones currently manages the company’s internet sales and covers a large territory in Ohio for EV products.
“His honesty and integrity have contributed to his loyal following in the U.S. and around the world, including with his internet customers. George has worked hard to cultivate an incredible customer experience, treating every customer as if they are his number one priority. They have learned to depend on him to fill their Vermeer needs completely, timely and equitably,” the company said.
For more information, visit vermeerhl.com.
RS&H’s National Operations Manager, Construction Management, Kirk Fauri, announced the promotion of two associates to key leadership roles within the business unit.
Senior Vice President Steven Byars will lead RS&H’s operations for the Central/West region. Kathryn Hulst has accepted the role of national business development and marketing leader.
“Steven and Kathryn are both exceptional leaders, and we are fortunate to have them here at RS&H,” said Fauri. “Under their guidance, I look forward to seeing our associates’ continued success while we focus on project delivery, prioritize client experience, identify new growth initiatives by developing career path opportunities, attract unique talent, and continue to focus on exceeding our goals.”
Byars began his journey with RS&H in 2009 as an inspector in northeast Florida, working on projects for the Jacksonville Transportation Authority and the Florida Department of Transportation. As RS&H’s Construction Management Business Unit evolved, Byars gravitated toward focusing on business development and supporting the growth of the firm’s construction management services from a Florida-only footprint to expanded efforts across the United States.
do,” said Byars. “I am eager to continue serving both the firm and our communities in a way that builds a better future.”
Hulst joined RS&H five years ago, leading the growth of RS&H’s west and central marketing teams and partnering with state and area leaders to achieve monumental results. These include pursuing strategic expansion with clients in Washington, Arizona and Illinois.
Hulst’s continued focus on RS&H’s established markets also supported major project selections with the Michigan Department of Transportation, Colorado Department of Transportation and the Texas Department of Transportation, among many others.
Byars’ experience in alternative delivery and knowledge of various construction quality models implemented by the Federal Highway Administration and Departments of Transportation across the country will help guide RS&H’s diversification of existing markets and growth into new markets. He also represents RS&H with several professional industry organizations, such as the American Segmental Bridge Institute, American Road and Transportation Builders Association, American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials, and the American Council of Engineering Companies.
“Having the opportunity to work at a firm like RS&H, seeing our teams and people grow as the firm grows, and doing right by clients as a partner for delivering safe infrastructure is part of why I truly enjoy what I
Under Hulst’s leadership, the national marketing team will partner closely with construction management leaders to support goal achievement. Hulst will work closely with the other firm marketing and business development leaders to provide a consistent experience with RS&H.
“Since joining RS&H in 2019, I have been embraced by a company and community that cares,” said Hulst. “RS&H has promoted an environment where its associates care for one other, and that care extends to our partners, clients and communities. I am honored to step into the National Business Development & Marketing Leader role for our Construction Management group and continue to foster a culture of care where everyone can thrive.”
Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering and consulting firms whose associates work hard every day to create a more connected future where everyone can thrive.
“We offer an exceptional journey from start to future for clients in the aerospace, aviation, corporate, federal, healthcare and science, and transportation markets. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities and build relationships as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together,” the company said.
(Photos courtesy of RS&H.)
