In 1960, Harrisonburg, Va., was a small rural town where construction teams built four bridges to handle the expected traffic for the future at the
intersection of Interstate 81 and U.S. 33. The future is now as the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is working with lead contractor Triton Construction of St. Albans, W.Va., to prepare what is now I-81 exit 247 at U.S. 33 for the coming decades.
Harrisonburg has grown rapidly over the years as has its traffic. Madison College became James Madison University with a larger footprint including a new basketball arena and an expanded football stadium. Commerce has flourished, see BRIDGES page 28
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FHWA’s Proposed Work Zone Rule Changes Get Mixed Response From Industry
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FHWA and the road construction industry agree on one thing: The safety of crews in work zones is a priority. Ramped-up construction means the risk to highway workers is as great or greater this year than last. FHWA has proposed rule changes to meet broader impacts of work zones on both driver mobility and worker safety. AGC and ARTBA believe road workers should be the priority.
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Jamestown, the real estate investment and management firm known for Chelsea Market and Ponce City Market, announced the topping out of the redevelopment of One Times Square, home to the historic New Year’s Eve Ball Drop.
14 BURNS JCB OPENS NEW FACILITY IN BRIDGEPORT, W.VA.
Headquartered in Macedonia, Ohio, just south of Cleveland, Burns JCB officially opened its second facility in Bridgeport, located 105 N Wedge St., on Nov. 3, 2023. At this location, the dealership will offer JCB, Toro and BOMAG equipment.
Benchmark Tool and Supply, a provider of construction technology solutions, announced the successful acquisition of TigerSupplies.com, a prominent online retailer specializing in construction lasers and surveying equipment.
16 OSHA ANNOUNCES SWITCH FROM HARD HATS TO SAFETY HELMETS
The U.S. Department of Labor’s OSHA announced that it is replacing traditional hard hats used by its employees with more modern safety helmets to protect them better when they are on inspection sites.
Cleveland Brothers is now an authorized dealer of Magni’s complete line of telehandlers, including the RTH, HTH and TH models, serving western Pennsylvania and segments of West Virginia.
18 AIR BURNERS COLLABORATES WITH VOLVO CONSTRUCTION, ROLLS-ROYCE
Air Burners, a manufacturer of air curtain burner systems, collaborated with Rolls-Royce and Volvo Construction Equipment to develop and test the BioCharger — a portable machine that turns biomass waste into energy.
22 BALTIMORE RAVENS TO BEGIN PROJECT TO UPGRADE STADIUM
The Baltimore Ravens announced Dec. 12 that the club will begin work on a series of significant projects that, beginning in 2024, will enhance the gameday and year-round fan experience at M&T Bank Stadium in the city’s downtown.
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JCB DEALER EARTHBORNE INC. EXPANDS INTO DELAWARE
On Nov. 6, Earthborne Inc. and owner Doug Taylor were announced by JCB North America as the new equipment dealer for Delaware, after the acquisition of Chesapeake Supply and Equipment in Felton, Del.
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SKANSKA COMPLETES FIRST PHASE OF DEVELOPMENT ALONG FDR DRIVE
Skanska, a global construction and development firm, announced the completion of the first phase of the East Midtown Waterfront Esplanade and East River Greenway development along FDR Drive in Manhattan.
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TOPCON ANNOUNCES NEW GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
First, the formation of a new global team dedicated to sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) has been announced. It will be led by Michael Gomes as vice president of Global Sustainability and CSR.
48 BOBCAT, EMPLOYEES DONATE DURING FALL GIVING CAMPAIGN
Bobcat Company and its employees recently held their annual fall giving campaign, garnering more than $175,000 in donations to nonprofit organizations in 17 states.
79 WOMEN IN TRUCKING ASSOCIATION
Volvo Trucks NA demonstrated its commitment to increasing gender diversity in the commercial trucking industry with a sponsorship and presence at the 2023 Accelerate! Conference & Expo, hosted by the Women in Trucking Association.
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Crews Top Out One Times Square’s Redevelopment
A commemorative beam was hoisted into place at the top of the superstructure at the ceremony.
Jamestown, the real estate investment and management firm known for Chelsea Market and Ponce City Market, announced the topping out of the redevelopment of One Times Square, home to the historic New Year’s Eve Ball Drop.
The $500 million redevelopment will transform the 119-year-old building into a 21st century visitor center for New York City.
The redevelopment, which is projected to open to the public in 2025, includes the creation of a new viewing deck overlooking Times Square and museum experience that tells the story of the New Year’s Eve celebration and history of Times Square. The redevelopment also includes a next generation brand experience offering brands the ability to connect with their customers in Times Square through immersive, technology-enabled activations, including digital, virtual and augmented reality integrations.
“The future of Times Square needs to build on its strengths — from Broadway to the digital billboards to New Year’s Eve — while also adding new and varied experiences that evolve and elevate its position as a global entertainment district,” said Michael Phillips, president of Jamestown.
“The redevelopment of One Times Square is a reimagination of how Times Square can be experienced and how brands can create meaningful resonance with consumers.”
Officials and crews celebrated the topping out of One Times Square, a 26-story commercial tower at 1475 Broadway in Times Square.
“The opening of One Times Square in 1904 solidified the neighborhoods history as the center piece of culture and entertainment and created one of the most iconic destinations in the world; linking it to one of the most global events — New Year’s Eve,” said Tom Harris, president of the Times Square Alliance.
“This redevelopment will continue to challenge the world by creating a truly unique attraction providing a fresh look at an old classic and allowing the millions who have already been, to experience it anew.”
Among the most significant enhancements currently under construction in One Times Square is the cantilevered viewing deck, which will offer an unparalleled perspective of Times Square and become the focal point of the museum experience. Additionally, The Countdown sign has recently been installed and the 2024 numerals will soon be atop the building in time for this year’s festivities.
One Times Square is a 26-story building located at the intersection of 42nd Street, Seventh Avenue, and Broadway in the heart of Times Square — built as the headquarters of
Jamestown, the real estate investment and management firm known for Chelsea Market and Ponce City Market, announced the topping out of the redevelopment of One Times Square, home to the historic New Year's Eve Ball Drop.
The New York Times in 1904. Home to the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Celebration, the globally recognized building has been central to New Year’s Eve traditions celebrated around the world since 1907.
Jamestown has coordinated the New Year’s Eve Celebration in partnership with the City of New York and Times Square Alliance since it acquired One Times Square in 1997.
With a pedestrian count of more than 130 million in a typical year, and billions of earned impressions from film, TV and social media, the property is one of the most visible and recognizable locations in the world, offering brands a global stage to engage with their audience. By virtue of its location and wide exposure, advertising space at One Times Square is highly coveted and among the most valuable signage in the world.
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The $500 million redevelopment will transform the 119-year-old building into a 21st century visitor center for New York City.
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Burns JCB recently opened a new facility in Bridgeport, W.Va.
Headquartered in Macedonia, Ohio, just south of Cleveland, Burns JCB officially opened its second facility in Bridgeport, located 105 N Wedge St., on Nov. 3, 2023. At this location, the dealership will offer JCB, Toro and BOMAG equipment.
The new Burns JCB branch is 8,000 sq. ft. and sits on 3.5 acres on a prime interstate with great visibility and easy customer access, according to the company. The Bridgeport also boasts three service bays.
“Burns JCB is very excited to expand our business into the West Virginia territory,” said Sales Manager Devon Criss. “Our goal is to offer a very personal and direct dealership experience to our customers. We want every customer that walks through our door to feel like they have known us for years.”
Mike Stonestreet is operations manager of the facility and also is in charge of sales, service, rental, used equipment and parts.
According to Criss, to celebrate the new facility with customers and employees, the company plans to host an open house in Bridgeport in spring 2024.
Establishment in 2009, Burns JCB is the dealer of JCB heavy equipment catering to Northeast Ohio the entire state
Devon Criss is the sales manager of Burns JCB’s new facility in Bridgeport, W.Va.
Mike Stonestreet is operations manager of the facility and also is in charge of sales, service, rental, used equipment and parts.
of West Virginia. With locations in Macedonia, Ohio, and now, Bridgeport, W.Va., the company serves serving northeast Ohio, encompassing Cleveland, Akron, Canton, Youngstown, Lorain, Medina, and surrounding areas, as well as the entire state of West Virginia.
Benchmark Tool and Supply, a provider of construction technology solutions, announced the successful acquisition of TigerSupplies.com, a prominent online retailer specializing in construction lasers and surveying equipment.
This strategic move is in line with Benchmark’s commitment to enhancing its product offerings and strengthening its position as a key player in the construction technology space. TigerSupplies.com, known for its wide range of construction lasers, surveying equipment, and engineering supplies will seamlessly integrate into Benchmarks existing operations, providing customers with an even broader selection of tools and supplies.
“I am excited to join the board and continue the legacy and vision that was set forth when I started the company 20 years ago.”
“We are thrilled to welcome TigerSupplies.com into the Benchmark Tool and Supply family,” said Eric Teague, CEO of Benchmark Tool and Supply.
“This acquisition marks a major milestone in our expansion within the construction technology sector. It embodies our vision of creating the future dealer model, combining online platforms with a network of physical stores throughout the United States to offer superior service and support. TigerSupplies.com has built a tremendous reputation for the last 20 years, and we are excited to build upon that legacy while offering our customers an unparalleled experience.”
TigerSupplies.com, founded in 2004, has a proven track record of delivering top-notch construction and surveying equipment to its customers. The combined strengths of Benchmark Tool and Supply and TigerSupplies.com will result in a more comprehensive and competitive product portfolio, the company said.
Customers can expect enhanced service, access to cuttingedge technology and an expanded range of solutions to meet the evolving needs of the construction industry.
“I am excited to join the board and continue the legacy and vision that was set forth when I started the company 20 years ago,” said Herman Goldberger, CEO of Tiger Companies. “It’s an exciting new chapter, and I’m eager to help shape the future of the construction industry.”
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Burns JCB also offers Toro equipment at the new facility in Bridgeport.
Burns JCB recently opened a new facility in Bridgeport, W.Va.
Customers of the new facility in Bridgeport, W.Va., can expect to find the full line of JCB equipment.
OSHA Announces Switch From Hard Hats to Safety Helmets
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back to the 1960s, traditional hard hats protect the top of a worker’s head but have minimal side impact protection and also lack chin straps.
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced that the agency is replacing traditional hard hats used by its employees with more modern safety helmets to protect them better when they are on inspection sites.
In 2020, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported
head injuries accounted for nearly 6 percent of nonfatal occupational injuries involving days away from work. Almost half of those injuries occurred when workers came in contact with an object or equipment while about 20 percent were caused by slips, trips and falls.
Dating back to the 1960s, traditional hard hats protect the top of a worker’s head but have minimal side impact protection and also lack chin straps. Without the straps, tradition hard hats can fall off a worker’s head if they slip or trip, leaving them unprotected. In addition, traditional hard hats lacked vents and trapped heat inside.
On Nov. 22, 2023, OSHA published a Safety and Health Information Bulletin detailing key differences between traditional hard hats and more modern safety helmets and the advancements in design,
materials and other features that help protect workers’ entire heads better. Today’s safety helmets also may offer face shields or goggles to protect against projectiles, dust and chemical splashes. Others offer builtin hearing protection and/or communication systems to enable clear communication in noisy environments. The agency recommends safety helmets be used by people working at construction industry and the oil and gas industry; in high-temperature, specialized work and low-risk environments; performing tasks involving electrical work and working from heights; and when required by regulations or industry standards.
OSHA wants employers to make safety and health a core value in their workplaces and is committed to doing the same by leading by example and embracing the evolution of head protection.
Magni Telescopic Handlers, a global leader in rotating, fixed boom and heavy lift telehandlers, announced its alliance with Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co. Inc., an authorized Cat dealer and prominent provider of heavy construction equipment in the MidAtlantic region.
Cleveland Brothers is now an authorized dealer of Magni’s complete line of telehandlers, including the RTH, HTH and TH models, serving western Pennsylvania and segments of West Virginia, with machines available for both rental and purchase.
Joe Leinwol, chief sales officer of Magni America, expressed excitement about the partnership, highlighting Cleveland Brothers’ excellence and strong Mid-Atlantic presence as an ideal match to provide top-quality telehandlers and exceptional service in western Pennsylvania and parts of West Virginia.
As a part of this collaboration, Cleveland Brothers has completed extensive training in the application, sales, parts and service of Magni’s
telehandlers. Equipped with this knowledge, Cleveland Brothers is well-prepared to introduce Magni Telehandlers, offering industry-leading safety, lifting heights, and capacities, to its customers throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
“Cleveland Brothers is excited to become a Magni authorized dealer. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to providing the most innovative and reliable equipment available,” said Darrin Foulk, Cleveland Brothers vice president of rental. “We look forward to leveraging Magni’s cutting-edge technology to enhance our offerings and continue delivering exceptional service to our valued customers.”
Jay Jude, Magni regional manager, stated, “I’m thrilled about our collaboration with Cleveland Brothers and looking forward to demonstrating how Magni Rotating Telehandlers can save their customers time and money. We’re excited to have them as part of our dealer family.”
For more information, visit www.ClevelandBrothers.com and www.magnith.com.
Air Burners Collaborates With Volvo Construction, Rolls-Royce
Air Burners, a leading manufacturer of air curtain burner systems worldwide, collaborated with Rolls-Royce and Volvo Construction Equipment to develop and test the BioCharger — a portable machine that turns biomass waste into energy.
The BioCharger is the first machine of its kind, combining three innovative steps to provide off-grid power from vegetative waste management. First, it eliminates vegetative waste using air curtain technology to minimize the harmful particulate matter entering the atmosphere. Then, it converts the residual heat energy into electric energy and stores it in a connected battery storage module.
Finally, with the accompanying charging mechanism, the BioCharger allows for off-grid electric vehicle and machinery charging.
“While electric machinery becomes increasingly popular in the fight against climate change, when it comes to forest management, we must have practical solutions for charging electric machin-
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The BioCharger is the first machine of its kind, combining three innovative steps to provide off-grid power from vegetative waste management.
ery away from traditional power sources,” said Brian O’Connor, president of Air Burners.
“The Air Burners’ BioCharger provides that solution and manages wood waste, all done in an economical and environmentally conscious way.”
Vegetative waste is a significant and growing problem — seventy million tons of wood waste are collected annually in the United States, but only 48 percent of that waste is recycled, leaving the rest to open burns or decomposition, which releases particulate matter
and greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
The BioCharger permanently eliminates up to 20 tons of vegetative waste per hour without emitting harmful greenhouse emissions like methane and black carbon — the second biggest contributor to climate change after carbon dioxide.
Air Burners consulted with Rolls-Royce in developing the battery storage module within the BioCharger, a 450-kWh charging station that can recharge multiple battery-electric machines and
tools, from chainsaws to excavators. The BioCharger creates and stores enough energy daily to recharge three to six battery-powered machines. In addition, the BioCharger retains enough energy to start itself and continue the cycle the next day, according to the company.
“The BioCharger is a unique application for our mtu EnergyPack battery energy storage system that I think shows just how versatile energy storage can be,” said Kevin McKinney, sales director at Rolls-Royce Solutions America. “The BioCharger’s ability to reduce emissions and generate energy through responsible handling of vegetative waste perfectly aligns with our targets to support our customers with innovative solutions for the transition to clean power generation.”
Volvo Construction Equipment teamed with Air Burners to prove out the charging capabilities of the BioCharger with its new 23-ton crawler excavator, the EC230 Electric. The EC230 Electric is currently in pilot testing across
North America ahead of its commercial launch next year.
“This collaboration with Air Burners for the BioCharger allows us to demonstrate one of the more non-conventional sources to fastcharge our equipment in off-grid locations,” said Ray Gallant, vice president of sustainability and productivity services, Volvo Construction Equipment.
Unlike biomass power plants, the BioCharger is a fully portable machine that can be relocated to a new site and be operational in approximately 6 hours. The machine accepts whole logs, root balls, pallets, crates and any other clean wood or vegetative waste without sorting, crushing or grinding. Air curtain burners also do not require any secondary fuel sources like natural gas, reducing costs and easing installation.
Air Burners, Rolls-Royce and Volvo Construction Equipment will host a demonstration event for the BioCharger in early 2024. For more information, visit https://airburners.com/biocharger-launchevent/.
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Baltimore Ravens to Begin Project to Upgrade Stadium
The National Football League’s Baltimore Ravens announced Dec. 12 that the club will begin work on a series of significant projects that, beginning in 2024, will enhance the gameday and year-round fan experience at M&T Bank Stadium in the city’s downtown.
Demonstrating their commitment to Baltimore City and the state of Maryland, the Ravens’ three-year stadium upgrades plan, to be carried out from 2024 through 2026, will expand on the facility’s already exceptional experience for all fans and ensure that M&T Bank Stadium remains a world-class NFL and entertainment venue well into the future.
The upgrades are geared to provide opportunities for fans to enjoy new experiences on gameday, while also enriching elements that are currently enjoyed. In addition to substantial developments on the exterior plaza areas, every level of the venue will undergo renovations, the team said.
“In connection with the extension of our lease, we are grateful to partner with the state of Maryland and Maryland Stadium Authority for this significant investment,” noted Ravens President Sashi Brown. “M&T Bank Stadium is not just home to the Ravens, but it’s an epicenter of excitement, opportunity and Maryland pride.
He added that as part of the stadium renovations, “we are also making important infrastructure investments to secure the stadium’s long-term viability.”
Stadium Wide Enhancements On Drawing Board
Work will be done to upgrade several different areas of M&T Bank Stadium, including its North Plaza, which serves the facility’s grand entrance, along with its South Plaza, Gatehouse, Upper Concourse and three different field-level club spaces on the north, south and west sides of the stadium, according to the Ravens.
In addition, plans call for building luxury suites in the west endzone and creating The Blackwing, which is to feature 10 individual suites all connected to a private club.
Work is to begin in 2025 on revitalizing the stadium’s North Plaza, made up of two large structures flanking the gates.
Its west structure will include an open-air tailgate and concert venue with three levels of viewing, a main stage and an indoor sports bar on the main level that will likely become the stadium’s premier pre-game destination. The east structure will feature a 7,000 sq. ft. retail space with a second-floor hospitality area displaying key pieces of Ravens artifacts and memorabilia, providing fans the unique ability to immerse themselves in the team’s history. The new plaza experience also is designed to provide an
Baltimore Ravens photo Work on The Gatehouse at the Ravens’ stadium is planned to start in 2024 and, when complete, will offer two levels of social space for fans to enjoy before, during and after every home game.
ideal location for events throughout the year. Among its other features are LED video boards, a Ravens retail store, and access to the club level.
The stadium’s South Plaza, to begin renovation in 2026, will provide a primary collective entry into Gate D for fans approaching the venue from Warner Street. The space also will be anchored by an 8,000- to 10,000-sq.-ft. retail store to be open yearround.
Work on The Gatehouse at the Ravens’ stadium is planned to start in 2024 and, when complete, will offer two levels of social space for fans to enjoy before, during and after every home game. With a sports bar vibe, fans will be able to enjoy drinks and socializing on the main floor while surrounded by video screens, or they can take in the sights of downtown Baltimore from the rooftop deck.
The Gatehouse is located on M&T Bank Stadium’s east end just outside of Gate B. Its other features include:
• Over 5,000 sq. ft. on both levels.
• Space on each floor to accommodate 350-400 people.
• Dedicated restrooms on each floor.
The concourses on the upper level of the stadium will begin to expand in multiple areas in 2025 to provide Ravens fans in “The Perch” additional space to enjoy unique food offerings and pre-game parties, while enjoying the best views of the city on gameday. Select features there include:
• More than 12,000 sq. ft. of additional space across three locations.
• An increase in restroom capacity.
• Improved concourse circulation. Also in 2025, work is planned to get
under way on the South Club, an ultra-premium field-level club with unique team access, a lounge-like atmosphere to club seat holders, and individual and corporate members. Additionally, the space will provide an exclusive view of the Ravens’ player tunnel at the 50-yard line, allowing members to watch the team take the field for pre-game warmups and view live head coach and player post-game press conferences.
The South Club also will offer all-inclusive premium food and beverages, a concierge service, seating for 400 guests and a shared boutique and restrooms.
Similarly, the renovated North Club space at field level will give its guests convenient access from the stadium’s main concourse. Also situated at midfield, it will have a limited number of field seats available, but all members will enjoy a social sports bar area with seating, screens and climate control throughout the game.
The West End Zone Club is another fieldlevel space that will open to fans who want to add a premium option to their gameday through a membership. It will be able to accommodate up to 500 people and offer food and beverages before and after each Ravens’ game.
Uniquely, suite holders in the West End Zone can take in the game from two rows of seating right on the field. Guests also will have access to the club and enjoy a private suite, as well as access to a members-only social area outfitted with bar and food service stations before, during and after the game.
Finally, The Blackwing is planned for construction next year. When it opens just
below the club level along the Ravens’ sideline, The Blackwing’s 10 suites will all be connected to a private club with the feel of an old-time speakeasy bar and lounge. Plus, the club’s guests will enjoy the best gameaction view in the building, the team said, due to a fully enclosed balcony with retractable glass.
“This year kicked off with the approval of a long-term lease that reaffirmed the Baltimore Ravens’ strong commitment to Maryland and unlocked funds from state legislation to invest in stadium improvements and inspire redevelopment in the city of Baltimore,” said Craig Thompson, chair of the Maryland Stadium Authority. “Throughout the year, the Maryland Stadium Authority and the Baltimore Ravens have been collaborating on gamechanging upgrades to M&T Bank Stadium so that it remains a best-in-class facility in terms of safety, amenities, and fan experience.”
Rich Tamayo, the Ravens senior vice president of stadium operations and guest experience, added, “This is an exciting time for Ravens fans and the future of M&T Bank Stadium. These upgrades will not only enhance fan amenities, convenience, and engagement on gameday, but they’ll help our venue become a viable entertainment option 365 days a year.
“Though our stadium is already considered by many to be top-of-the-line, we must remain cutting-edge and captivating. While these upgrades will be transformational, they’ll also preserve the original design aesthetic, feel, and character that Baltimore fans love about the Camden Yards Sports Complex.”
Nearly 31,000 Tons of Asphalt to Be Used On Bridge Project
The cost of the entire project will be $60 million. It is approximately 20 percent complete with a finish date expected in 2026.
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The new bridges will require 1.7 million lbs. of structural steel, 544,000 lbs. of steel and 4,100 cu. yds. of concrete.
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bringing with it shopping and restaurants. Tourists frequent the area in the city of Harrisonburg and surrounding Rockingham County for its majestic scenery including nearby Skyline Drive and Massanutten Resort, which includes a water park and winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. Visitors to all of these amenities use the U.S. 33 corridor.
In an effort to minimally impact the local economy during construction, two lanes of traffic in each direction must be kept open at all times. To stay within the established state right-of-way, the work zone is confined to a small area. Equipment, including cranes, are managed by the lead construction team of Triton Construction as they execute project progress within the approved construction limits.
Traffic planners have designed one new bridge to replace the eastbound and westbound bridges over I-81. Another single bridge will replace the two bridges of Route 33 over Norfolk Southern Railroad. Both of the new bridges will have two lanes in each direction. The bridge approaches will be reworked with improved functionality and new paving. The traffic volume on U.S. 33 is 31,000 per day.
During construction, motorists who have been exiting and entering I-81 have had to weave their vehicles back and forth to get to their destinations. The completed project will make these actions unnecessary on the acceleration and deceleration ramps. New ramps, left-hand turn lanes, a new spur ramp and dual left-hand turn lanes will make traffic more manageable and safer. Workers will build raised medians on U.S. 33, which will add to safety for the motorists. In addition, one loop ramp will be removed and a deceleration ramp extended.
The cost of the entire project will be $60 million. It is approximately 20 percent complete with a finish date expected in 2026.
Josh Hall, VDOT’s area construction engineer on this job, described the work: “We will be replacing four pre-stressed concrete beam spans over I-81 with two continuous steel spans, a jointless bridge. The old bridges are in poor condition with widespread deterioration. The new bridge structure over I-81 will be 285 ft. long.”
The new bridges will require 1.7 million lbs. of structural
“These old bridges have been struck many times by I-81 traffic,” said Hall. “The new bridge will provide a minimum of 16.5 feet under clearance to accommodate the taller truckloads of today.”
Approximately 31,000 tons of asphalt will be used on the new bridge approaches and new lanes.
Of course, safety is an important consideration. Work crews have installed digital message boards on I-81 and U.S. 33 to alert drivers ahead of time where construction activities will impact them. Although the work is being done in some tight quarters, construction teams are working behind concrete barriers to enhance safety. The teams needed to work
night shifts in the summer and fall because of heavy traffic.
The new bridges are being erected on single piers to make room for future widening of I-81.
Justin Koers is area project manager of Triton Construction. His team is responsible for building the bridges and a shared-use path that will be used by cyclists and pedestrians. He emphasized the challenge of working in some tight places with active traffic nearby.
“We needed to use shoring equipment to stabilize some of the material,” he said. “This was especially important since we were sometimes operating 10 feet below the existing roadway. We needed to keep the material in place while we brought in concrete for the new construction.”
“We also had to be choosy with the equipment we brought in,” said Koers. “It had to be small enough to fit into the small spaces we had, yet big enough to do the job.”
Triton used two Link-Belt cranes for its work: 218 HSL and RTC8065.
Major subcontractors on the project included:
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• Adams Construction — asphalt placement
• Davis H. Elliot Construction Co Inc. — permanent signs, traffic signals, lighting
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AGC Urges Speed Camera Use With Zero Tolerance Policy
The agency said it recognizes increasing road construction activity can lead to traffic disruptions resulting in congestion and crashes. Loss of productivity and public frustration with work zones also were cited in the proposed rulemaking.
The goal is a “more coordinated and comprehensive” approach to safety and mobility issues across project stages, said FHWA.
AGC responded with a letter outlining the association’s emphasis on worker safety.
“Work zone safety continues to be one of the biggest concerns among highway contractors,” said AGC.
Last spring, the association released results of a highway work zone study conducted among its members.
“In fact, 97 percent of contractors report that highway work zones are either as dangerous or more dangerous than they were a year ago.”
Tracking a “concerning rise in crashes, injuries and fatalities,” the association said it hopes to see a reversal in “this disturbing trend.”
Statistics Say It All
The AGC safety survey found that many motorists are in even greater danger from highway work zone crashes than construction workers.
Ken Simonson, association chief economist, said 28 percent of responding contractors experienced crashes that resulted in injury to construction workers.
“But more than twice as many firms — 59 percent — reported experiencing a crash in which drivers or passengers were injured.”
The survey noted that work zone crashes are twice as likely to result in fatalities to drivers or passengers as construction workers. In fact, 8 percent of contractors in the survey reported workers killed in crashes, and 16 percent noted drivers or passengers killed.
“In many cases, vehicle speeding contributes to these crashes in work zones,” said Steve McGough, president of HCSS, survey partner with AGC.
“Utilizing speed cameras with a zero-tolerance policy would go a long way to protect the traveling public and our workforce.”
Concerning was Simonson’s revelation that 97 percent of contractors believe work zones are either as dangerous, or more dangerous, than a year ago. More than half of respondents want automatic ticketing for speeding in work zones, noted the economist. Understandably, 79 percent want a greater police presence and 65 percent want stricter enforcement.
AGC pressed states to prioritize education and enforcement in order to make work zones safer.
The association said it wants every state to implement a driver work zone safety course and deploy more police to work zones. AGC also urged states to authorize speed cameras in work zones and set tougher penalties for unsafe work zone driving.
“Nobody should die because our laws fail to penalize unsafe operations in work zones in the same way they punish drunk driving and stigmatize not using a seat belt,” said Simonson.
The association also urged motorists to be careful when passing through highway work zones. Simonson said AGC is releasing a new video featuring highway workers pleading with motorists to be more careful when passing through work zones.
With a goal to eliminate hazards to both drivers and road workers in construction work zones, FHWA has proposed changes to work zone rules.
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JCB Dealer Earthborne Inc. Expands Into Delaware
On Nov. 6, Earthborne Inc. and owner Doug Taylor were announced by JCB North America as the new equipment dealer for Delaware, after the acquisition of Chesapeake Supply and Equipment in Felton, Del.
This 10,000 sq ft dealership sits on 5 acres and is located at 12915 South Dupont Hwy, Felton, DE.
“We’re excited to expand our territory with JCB. Our team in Warrington works hard to meet goals, stay up-to-date and aware of the latest industry needs, and be a company that our customers can truly rely on. We know we can take the same mentality into Delaware and continue to grow,” said Doug Taylor, president and CEO of Earthborne Inc.
“Earthborne has a history of growing each year, and has a dedicated team who ensures this. This year with our expansion into Delaware we are looking forward to serving customers we have never crossed paths with, and continuing the great things that Chesapeake Supply and Equipment has sustained since its inception in 1936 by founder, Cesil Russel. They built up a wonderful customer base that we intend to put focus on and ensure they’re well taken care of with all of their equipment, parts and service needs.”
Since bringing on the JCB line in 2003, Earthborne Inc. has been in the Dealer of Excellence category many times and has been recognized for its increase in sales each year. Its market share in Pennsylvania has continued to grow year over year, as JCB introduces new and exclusive products to the industry.
With this expansion, Earthborne is excited to serve JCB customers outside of the
Pennsylvania borders and use the knowledge it has gained from its success to grow the brand and service support in Delaware.
“Chesapeake’s most recent owner is an incredible salesman by the name of John Bauer. Under his leadership, Chesapeake has maintained a stellar reputation for many years. John has probably been selling JCB equipment longer than anyone else in the United States and I’m proud to know him, learn from him and take over the relationships he has with Chesapeake’s great customers,” Taylor said.
“Doug and the team at Earthborne have a powerful track record of success with their facility in Pennsylvania,” said Richard FoxMarrs, president and CEO at JCB North America. “This expansion is part of a strategic, long-term growth plan, to build and extend that success. That plan includes Earthborne’s continued investment and focus on the JCB brand. We look forward to extending our partnership with Doug and the Earthborne team as they diligently work to not only support our existing JCB customers but also introduce the JCB brand and equipment to new customers in Delaware.”
Earthborne Inc. carries an extensive line of construction, forestry, snow removal and landscaping equipment in counties throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware; the company also serves southern Pennsylvania as a 24-hour towing and hauling service.
Its facilities in Warrington and Felton include modern service departments and well-stocked parts counters, serving customers with all makes and models of construction equipment.
For more information, visit www.EarthborneInc.com.
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FHWA’s Proposed Rule Changes
In its proposal, DOT said its “principal mission is to ensure America is the safest, most efficient and modern transportation system in the world.”
The proposed changes affect work zone safety and mobility and temporary traffic control devices. The changes would “clarify and correct certain aspects of the regulations that were last modified in 2004 and 2006, respectively,” said FHWA.
Work zones are a “necessary part of meeting the need to maintain and upgrade our aging roadway infrastructure,” the agency said. “Work zone activities are expected to increase significantly with the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law [BIL].”
The BIL earmarks some $350 billion for highway programs from 2022 through 2026, FHWA noted.
“This represents a 55 percent increase in highway and bridge program funding over the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation [FAST] Act” of 2015.
Regardless of increased funding, work zones already result in significant safety and mobility impacts, FHWA said adding that 857 people died in 774 crashes.
In 2020, the NHTSA said 117 road construction workers suffered fatal occupational injuries. And 62 of those were workers hit by a motor vehicle.
And while FHWA offers resources to assist states in implementing the revisions safety and mobility rule, implementation is varied across the country. The agency said many states have developed and implemented systematic procedures to assess anticipated work zone impacts in project development. But only a few have procedures to manage impacts during project implementation or to perform postproject evaluations.
And that’s despite increased availability of data sources and methodologies available to do so.
Further, many states have not embraced data-driven performance-based process reviews that these resources offer, said FHWA, even with encouragement.
“The FHWA acknowledges that a lack of clarity in what is required by certain parts of the regulation may partially explain the uneven adoption.”
The existing regulation has language considered necessary at the time to ensure state understanding but now superfluous to implementation, the agency added.
FHWA said it also recognizes the frequency of agency process reviews may hamper some states from more indepth assessments.
BIL calls for revisions to ensure that the work zone process review is required not more frequently than once every five years. Plus, urged revisions would ensure only a project with a lane closure for three or more days shall be considered significant. And a state shall not be required to develop or implement a transportation management plan for a highway project not on the Interstate System.
This, “if the project requires not more than three consecutive days of lane closures,” said FHWA.
Where temporary traffic control devices are concerned, FHWA proposes adding a new subpart on appropriate use of and expenditure of funds. This would include uniformed law enforcement and protective measures between workers and traffic.
It would also cover installation and maintenance of temporary devices during construction, utility and maintenance operations.
“The intent of the regulation was to reduce both worker and motorist fatalities and injuries in work zones,” said the agency. “Overall, work zone fatalities did decrease significantly from a high of 1,068 work zone fatalities in 2004 to 590 fatalities in 2011. Unfortunately, since then that trend has reversed, growing from 590 fatalities in 2011 to 857 fatalities in 2020.”
The proposal also provides for “positive protective measures” to separate workers from traffic in all work zones in areas that offer no means of escape.
Industry comments support the rule’s intent, several respondents noted requirements lack supporting research indicating the criteria were appropriate.
“This created significant concerns with some respondents, who viewed the requirements as arbitrary and overly prescriptive,” said the agency.
In response, FHWA modified the final rule to require longitudinal traffic barrier and other protection devices to be based on an engineering study.
The final rule also required states to consider positive protection where it offers the highest potential for increased safety for workers and road users.
Industry’s Measured Response
Both AGC and ARTBA responded with suggested changes to the FHWA proposal.
ARTBA said that while it agrees with many of the proposed changes, more could be done to enhance the rule’s effectiveness.
“ARTBA’s highest priority is the safety of its members,” the association said in announcing its response to the federal agency. “FHWA’s proposal, while addressing shortcomings of previous regulations, needs additional streamlining to effectively prevent highway injuries and fatalities.”
The association asked for additional explanation about
predefined thresholds referred to in the proposal, and how the agency determines plan adequacy.
ARTBA also wants safety training integrated into all project design and management.
Finally, the organization pressed for increased use of positive protection between workers and motorists.
“With these additions, we believe the rule will go far toward implementing the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Roadway Safety Strategy.”
The ARTBA response said the result will be a comprehensive, systematic approach to reducing unnecessary roadway deaths and injuries.
“ARTBA has been a proponent of FHWA’s work zone safety strategic plan being incorporated as the sixth pillar in the National Roadway Safety Strategy.”
The association said again that its previous recommendation to ensure roadway and work zone safety strategies are interconnected.
Meanwhile, AGC maintains that “the balance between mobility and safety should always skew in favor of the safety of the workers.”
The association’s response to FHWA supports the use of positive protection devices. AGC wants the technology included by state DOTs in significant construction zones.
In its survey, AGC found that 55 percent of highway contractors report motor vehicles had crashed into their construction work zones during the past year.
At the time, the association called for enforcement and education measures at the state and local levels with the goal of improving work zone safety.
“Elected and appointed officials are not doing enough to protect workers and motorists in highway work zones,” said AGC’s Simonson.
“Our transportation networks may be invaluable, but the lives of workers and motorists are priceless,” added Simonson, who authored the member survey. CEG
AGC’s latest members survey found that 97 percent of contractors believe highway work zones are as dangerous or more dangerous than they were a year ago.
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Skanska Completes First Phase of Major Development Along FDR Drive in NYC
The 49-month project included the construction of a new in-water structure that serves as a public esplanade along FDR Drive and a new public park space that spans approximately nine city blocks to create new, connected, and safe spaces for pedestrians and bicyclists to enjoy that portion of Manhattan’s waterfront.
Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, announced the completion of the first phase of the East Midtown Waterfront Esplanade and East River Greenway development along FDR Drive in Manhattan.
The project, awarded to Skanska by New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) in 2019, is part of a larger East River Waterfront esplanade vision that will stretch for 22 blocks and fill a major gap in the 32mi. Manhattan Waterfront Greenway upon completion.
“The opening of the East Midtown Greenway and Andrew Haswell Green Park represent another major step forward by the Adams Administration to finish the longenvisioned Manhattan Greenway,” said NYCEDC President and CEO Andrew Kimball.
“These remarkable capital projects will not only improve quality of life for New Yorkers but expand opportunities to commute by bike or foot while enjoying spectacular views on the East River. NYCEDC is thrilled to be a part of this project with our colleagues at the Parks Department, which furthers our commitment of making New York City a great place to live, work and play.”
“We are delighted to have once again partnered with EDC to deliver a project that not only transforms New York City’s waterfront into a fun, vibrant and attractive place for residents and visitors to spend their time, but also strengthens our city’s coastline to stand up to the looming effects of climate change,” said Sean Szatkowski, executive vice president – general manager, Skanska USA Building.
“This project also demonstrated our ability to utilize new and emerging technologies to build a state-of-the-art inwater structure, as well as our commitment to maximizing opportunities for small and diverse suppliers in the communities where our projects take shape.”
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To fortify the element of environmental resilience, engineered soil was placed within Silva Cells to collect stormwater and nurture newly planted trees, post-planting, the use of certified compost for soil enhancement, recycling local organic materials and reintroducing vital nutrients were all active project components.
GPS tracking was deployed to monitor construction barge locations and status in real-time, enhancing safety through predetermined geo-zones triggering alerts. Additionally, strategically positioned advanced timelapse cameras and underwater drones equipped with cameras and sensors contributed to ongoing safety and longevity of the project via documenting progress, monitoring the work environment, and inspecting submerged structures for any defects and erosion.
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Bobcat, Employees Donate More Than $175,000 During Fall Giving Campaign
Bobcat Company and its employees recently held their annual fall giving campaign, garnering more than $175,000 in donations to nonprofit organizations in 17 states.
To support its employees in their philanthropic pursuits, Bobcat matched employee donations dollar for dollar (up to $3,000 per person) to further amplify employees’ generosity. Employees were eligible to select any organization with a 501(c)(3) status to donate to.
“We are thrilled we could further our employees’ donations and help them give back in a way that was personally meaningful to them through our fall giving campaign,” said Tina Amerman, Bobcat Director People Programs.
“We continue to see strong participation in this annual event and have donated hundreds of thousands of dollars over the years to positively impact a wide variety of local organizations.”
Bobcat continues to partner with United Way — a relationship that has spanned more than 20 years — to support its mission of inspiring and activating communities to improve lives.
United Way remained a featured charity for this year’s campaign, receiving strong employee and organizational support in addition to more than 100 other nonprofit recipients selected by employees.
The fall giving campaign wrapped up a season of volunteering and community efforts on behalf of the company. For example, in September, Bobcat announced that more than 1,000 employees dedicated their time and talents to participate in more than 100 volunteer projects globally. The companywide volunteer projects aimed to give back to the communities where Bobcat employees live and work. This volunteerism is on top of the generosity Bobcat employees exhibited financially.
Additionally in 2023, Bobcat donated $5 million to support a new engineering facility at North Dakota State University and partnered with the National Recreation and Park Association with $250,000 in grants to help create sustainable community park and recreation areas throughout the United States.
In addition, Bobcat supports educational STEM programs through its annual grant program and serves as the lead sponsor for the Bobcat North Dakota Open, donating more than $1.2 million since 1984, in support of The Village Family Service Center’s community outreach services.
Bobcat is committed to investing time and resources in its communities. The organization has a long history of volunteer efforts, including providing time, resources and charitable contributions to help create a stronger tomorrow.
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Topcon Positioning Systems announced a series of new developments and initiatives as part of its ongoing sustainability efforts.
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“Sustainability has long been a part of the fabric of Topcon and is something we take very seriously as we take actions to support our global initiatives,” said Gomes. “As we look ahead, we’ll endeavor to support, at every level, the advancement of the industries and communities we serve.
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This new facility joins global validation centers in Concordia, Italy, and Adelaide, Australia, all working on research and validation of innovative precision technologies.
“Through these three centers, there is research and testing under way at Topcon, somewhere in the world, any time of day,” Gomes said.
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Another recent initiative is the conversion to solar power for the Livermore campus. Initial planning began in October 2022, and the project is under way. Once the project is completed, the campus, including multiple buildings, manufacturing facilities and electric car charging stations, will be powered by solar energy.
“This is a great opportunity for us to reduce our Scope 2 emissions and energy costs,” Gomes said.
For more information, visit topconpositioning.com/sustainability.
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By Giles Lambertson
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Gerry Kenny is personable in a very gregarious Irishman sort of way, but his aggregate processing equipment operation is no-nonsense and customer-centric. No blarney, in other words.
The Beaufort, S.C., dealership is called Sand Science Inc., a name purposefully chosen by Kenny to focus on his expertise rather than as an expression of allegiance toward one brand of machinery or another. The business is for contractors who need aggregate processing solutions, not just a piece of equipment.
“Problem-solving is the core of our business,” said Kenny. “We can tailor the equipment to that end. It is fair to say that we are industry leaders for solving problems for our customers. We are very unique within the industry.”
For 38 years, Kenny has successfully worked this business formula. His customers mostly are contractors of one kind or another. His product lineup includes screening, crushing, conveying and recycling equipment. Roto-Screen trommel screens are his biggest seller, with screens in general in constant demand.
When interviewed, Kenny had just returned from setting up a machine in the mountains of North Carolina. A repeat customer there needed a Revolver compact screening unit to help filter refuse from soil in an old dumping ground.
“We are doing an immense amount of work with customers who are finding that, as they develop a site, they run across a soils problem,” he said. “This compact Revolver screen is very popular in environmental cleanup.”
The North Carolina run was doubly beneficial for Sand Science: a rental contract with another repeat customer in the Tar Heel State was up, so Kenny was able to carry home that
machine on the same run.
Sand Science is the national distributor for Roto-Screen trommel screening plants, which are “very popular and versatile machines with so many uses for contractors,” he said.
Consequently, long-distance customers are not rare. Yet most of the company’s business remains in the Southeast, from Florida north to mid-Virginia and Tennessee and as far west as Alabama. Other product lines include Barford conveyors and screens and Kafka conveyors and feeders.
“We are on Interstate 95 and thousands and thousands of potential customers drive past all the time,” Kenny said of his Southeast customer base. “Contractors stop by and say, ‘I’ve been driving by this yard for 30 years and I never thought I would need a piece of your equipment.’ That happens quite a lot. And we usually can solve their problem.”
What Sand Science does not offer are excavators and wheel loaders and other types of industrial and construction machinery. That is not an oversight.
“Too many people in the industry try to sell everything,” said Kenny. “A lot of existing customers and new customers come to us because they know we aren’t going to try to talk them into buying an excavator. We stay within the field we know.”
On the Sand Science lot in South Carolina are millions of dollars of aggregate processing machinery — positioned there for quick responses to customer needs, according to Kenny.
“We know the nature of the American customer. ‘I have a problem and I need it resolved now! Don’t tell me I have to wait six weeks for a machine!’”
According to Gerry Kenny, Sand Science focuses on expertise rather than as an expression of allegiance toward one brand of machinery or another. The business is for contractors who need aggregate processing solutions, not just a piece of equipment.
The spectrum of these demanding American customers ranges from fledgling company owners to 24-7 industrial executives. Kenny listed a broad variety of types of customers, including railroad car and barge loading contractors, as well as the many types of material they handle — millings, gypsum, pellets, recyclables and industrial sands, among them.
The career path Kenny traveled from his native Ireland to coastal South Carolina took a turn in the 1970s. It was then
Sand Science Provides Solutions for Aggregate Needs
he began to work for the Irish manufacturer of Powerscreen equipment. He worked with that brand first in England and then on the Continent before moving with the company to South Africa and its large mining industry.
In 1984, when apartheid policies began to lose their grip in that African nation and tumultuous change was in the offing, Kenny and his wife decided it was time for another move. The Irish organization was setting up dealerships in the United States, a place the couple had long desired to live. Looking for a warm-weather state, the Kennys opted to start a dealership in South Carolina.
“Sand and gravel processing were the mainstay of the industry here,” Kenny said. So, to loosen his identification with any
single brand, he opted to name his dealership Sand Science Inc. Some years later, he parted on good terms with Powerscreen. As foreseen, the generic name of the company transitioned easily to accommodate other manufacturers.
Renting equipment instead of buying it is a driving force in many industries today — including aggregate processing. Contractors digging, screening and crushing material encounter situations where investing in a machine is a bigger risk than they want to take at that moment. Big operators sometimes just need an interim piece of equipment, for example.
“Then, there are small operators, or seasonal ones, who can’t afford a machine at the start, so they rent once or twice a year till
they reach a point where they can afford to have one in their equipment yard,” Kenny said.
Bottom line: Rental customers are an important segment of the company’s revenue stream.
“We eventually sell a lot of equipment to people who start off renting. We don’t try to take customers’ money when they don’t have it.”
Rentals of the processing equipment can run from a couple of weeks to a couple of years. Kenny said keeping a solid lineup of equipment in his equipment yard is a key to rentals.
“For instance, we try to make sure we have some of our specialty transloading and rail unloading machines in stock. It’s impor-
tant for us to have it here ready to go.”
After nearly four decades of experience with aggregate-handling equipment, the 68year-old company owner is in a position to see industry trends. One trend is the increasing popularity of mobile machinery rather than fixed plants. While Kenny believes in mobility, he sees the shortcomings of selfpropelled machinery on tracks, though he can offer such models to his customers.
“There is a tremendous need for mobile field machinery,” he said, citing wheeled processing units that are easily moved from place to place — “machines like RotoScreen has that you can pull into a site and be working in five minutes.”
The more compact units he describes also
Writing the Great Irish American Novel
Gerry Kenny has enjoyed writing since he was a child in Ireland writing school compositions in English and Irish. Fast-forward a few decades: Kenny now is combining his Irish heritage and his love of language to craft historical novels.
Kenny is the owner of Sand Science Inc., a S.C. aggregate processing equipment dealership. However, he is transitioning from fulltime businessman to part-time businessman, part-time author. “I’m putting 12 hours a day into machines and 12 hours into books,” he joked.
Writing under the pen name of Michael Gerard (which actually are his first and middle names), his latest novel is The Irish Merchant of Alicante. It tells the story of four generations of the Moore family, who were landlords in Ireland beginning in the middle of the 17th century. They were gentry who nevertheless began to sympathize with the tribulations of tenant farmers and the many Irish people restive under English rule.
The Irish eventually won their independence and their freedom from the landlord system, of course, but the Moore family was not on the losing side. Kenny’s book is a sympathetic look at the struggle from the eyes of the progressive overlords.
“The Moores were a rare breed among landlords,” he said. “They were Catholic and very nationalist.
They were more Irish than the Irish themselves.”
He cited the example of one member of the Moore family who raised racing horses and won a prestigious race in England in 1846. Rather than pocket the winning money, he spent it on a shipload of grain to help feed starving Irish during the country’s famine. “The Moores were the best of the landlords. There were plenty of bad ones.”
Kenny said the strength of his historical novel is the history, though both history and storytelling are cited by reviewers of the book. Would
female book-readers find his latest book interesting?
“Absolutely,” said the author. “There are two very strong female characters in it. I’ve had lots of interesting feedback from women who read it.”
Kenny got started writing books on a dare. Because Irish writers are wellknown — Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, James Joyce, Maeve Binchy, to mention a few — a friend dared Kenny to write one, too. He responded in 1997 by penning The Kimberly File, a tale about intrigue in the diamond-mining industry in South Africa, where Kenny once had lived and worked.
Because his father had been one of many “unsung heroes” in the final years of Ireland’s fight for independence, Kenny had long wanted to write about him and his peers in the fight. He vowed to next write that fictionalized history book, did so, and published it in 2021, the 100th anniversary of independent Ireland. Title: Ireland’s Final Rebellion — 1919-1921.
The book actually was the first of a two-part publishing effort. He combined it with An American Dream, which followed an Irishman’s travel to the New World. “The first part is about my father’s history and the second part is about me. I remember my father regretting he hadn’t emigrated
to America. That sort of cemented the idea in my head of moving here.”
The third book came about after a family member drove Kenny to a ruined mansion in County Mayo while he was on a trip back to Ireland five years ago. The structure dates from the 1790s and had belonged to the Moore family. That trip sparked Kenny’s research for and writing of the latest novel.
As a former cement plant worker and aggregate equipment business owner, Kenny admired how firmly the 230-year-old building still stood.
“George Moore was particular in using quality Irish limestone from a local quarry in building that house. The structure still is solid as a rock.”
His hope is that the book on the Moores might spark a movement to restore the impressive structure, which is featured on the cover of the novel.
“That will be my reward.”
Does Kenny, writing as Michael Gerard, have another book in him? Yes, he said. He is looking for other Irish American connections to write about in future books. “There are a lot of Irish Americans who haven’t gotten their 15 minutes of fame.”
Michael Gerard novels are available from Amazon. More information about the books and the author is available at his website, www.michaelgerardauthor.com.
Gerry Kenny has enjoyed writing since he was a child in Ireland writing school compositions in English and Irish.
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Winter Washing: Top Basic Tips for Wash Plant Operators as Temperatures Drop
The icy grip of the winter season presents a unique set of challenges for wash plant operators, but with effective planning materials producers can protect their investment and ensure their operations are ready for an efficient return to production in spring.
When it comes to plant maintenance, it is essential that any potential complication is identified and remedied quickly to protect an operator’s investment and ensure optimal performance, particularly during the coldest months of the year when washing and classifying equipment is especially susceptible to the elements.
“In this business, time is money,” said Mike Matusik, a customer relationship manager at CDE.
“Implementing a robust maintenance program year-round will safeguard equipment from the taxing cold weather, helping to minimize downtime for unscheduled maintenance and maximize product output.
“With planning and preparedness, operators can ensure the safe and efficient shutdown of a wash plant in winter and facilitate an efficient restart of operations in the spring. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach, there are some basic steps operators can take to protect their investment.”
When it comes to plant maintenance, it is essential that any potential complication is identified and remedied quickly to protect an operator’s investment and ensure optimal performance, particularly during the coldest months of the year when washing and classifying equipment is especially susceptible to the elements.
• Water Management: Effective water management as the cold weather sets in should be paramount for operators. It’s advisable to drain all standing water from tanks and pumps when plants are mothballed for the winter season otherwise you risk lines freezing, cracking, and leading to a delayed and costly restart in the spring.
• Insulate: The winter months can bring unforgiving conditions, so consider insulation to protect pipes, valves and pumps. Ensure your control cabin has been closed and, if possible, keep the internal heating on to protect the beating heart of your plant from plummeting temperatures.
• Open Valves: In addition to draining the system and, where possible, insulating pipes valves and pumps, it’s also advisable to keep valves open during winter shutdown as this will prevent any residual water accumulating in the system.
• Spray Bars: Clean out spray bar nozzle heads and ensure smaller pipework is free of debris such as silt and sands. Ensure your spray bars are receiving adequate water pressure, and the spray from the nozzles are fanning at the correct angle. This will allow you to get more water on to the screen to ensure the product is getting the best washing treatment.
• Safety Protocols: Winter also poses additional safety concerns for plant operators. Consider refreshing and rehearsing your training procedures to ensure your teams are well versed in the appropriate safety protocols when working in the vicinity of a wash plant to avoid slips, trips and falls.
Proactive and preventative approaches to plant maintenance during winter months are essential for long-term efficiency and profitability, but unforeseen challenges can still arise despite best laid plans, explained fellow CDE customer relationship manager Andrew Bunting.
“A responsive service is key when the unexpected occurs.
For the CDE CustomCare team, the name of the game is minimizing and, where possible, wholly eliminating any unexpected downtime by supporting customers to get up, running and processing material again as fast as possible, whether that’s during the normal production season or when starting up production again once winter is behind us.”
In order to respond in a timely manner, CDE holds stock of parts locally, from screen media and cyclone parts to marsh mellow springs, motors, and gearboxes. These are all available for immediate dispatch to customers from CDE’s North American headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas.
“Our CustomCare team holds a complete order history detailing critical plant components and spare parts for each of our customers’ wash plants. This helps ensure straightforward re-ordering and allows our service engineers to maintain a comprehensive overview of how a plant is performing.”
Prevention is always the number one focus, Bunting added.
“We work closely with our customers to deliver regular preventative maintenance inspections which are highly effective at identifying potential issues before they arise and adversely impact production. Our plant health checks are just one part of our commitment to providing a lifetime of care to customers and ensuring their long-term success.”
As part of its free plant health check initiative, CDE’s expert service engineers will analyze the plant’s condition, highlight signs of wear or irregular noises, identify parts in need of replacing, schedule regular maintenance, support and advise operators, and recommend fast-moving parts ideal for storage on site.
For more information about CDE CustomCare and to order parts, contact: customcare@cdeusa.com.
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Metso Introduces New Modular Magnetic Separation Plant Units
Implementing a magnetic separation process includes several steps, from flowsheet selection to ramp-up and ensuring planned capacity. Alongside financial aspects, miners must also evaluate executional and operational factors when selecting the most feasible solution.
To facilitate the selection, Metso is now introducing modular magnetic separation
plant units designed for high recovery and simplified operation.
“As the industry leader in mining process technology and modularity, we are excited to launch the magnetic separation plant units. Besides easy installation and maintenance, the scalable units have been designed to provide unrivaled selectivity, resulting in high recovery of fine and ultra-
fine particles,” siad Alex Lagerstedt, vice president, plant solutions at Metso.
Compared to a traditional delivery, the modular plant units result in the earliest time-to-volume. Due to maximized prefabrication in a controlled workshop environment and minimized site work, installation is safer, faster and of better quality, the manufacturer said.
Backed by Advanced Magnetic Separation Process Know-How, Sizing Experience
The magnetic separation plant units feature a flexible scope to meet the needs of the end customer or Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM). Delivery includes proven technology for the entire magnetic separation circuit with in-house testing for equipment sizing and flowsheet design, and it also can include automation, installation and commissioning advisory, training, maintenance and service.
Metso’s advanced magnetic separation equipment portfolio consists of SLon Vertically Pulsating High Gradient Magnetic Separators (VPHGMS), Metso High Gradient Magnetic Separators (HGMS), and/or dry and wet Low Intensity
Magnetic Separators (LIMS). Additionally, the plant units can be equipped with OKTOP feed tanks, slurry pumps, hoses and valves, and coupled with process control systems and various ancillary products and sampling systems.
“Metso’s high gradient magnetic separator portfolio features a wide range of processing options for many particle sizes and applications, ranging from iron ore concentrates, rare earth ores, battery and industrial minerals to tailings recovery. Combining these magnetic separators into plant units results in flexible and efficient flowsheets,” said Peter Jansson, product manager, magnetic & physical separation at Metso. For the magnetic separation plant units, Metso also can provide an integrated service offering through its global network. The scope ranges from maintenance, modernizations & retrofits, process optimization to spares and wears, training and Life Cycle Services.
The magnetic separation plant units are Metso’s sixth complete plant unit launch for concentrator plants. The previous launches include stirred mill and horizontal mill plant units, flotation, thickening and filtration plant units.
For more information, visit metso.com.
Metso is now introducing modular magnetic separation plant units designed for high recovery and simplified operation.
Nine years ago in Salt Lake City, Utah, Ace Disposal and Intermountain Regional Landfill partnered to establish Ace Intermountain Recycling Center, essentially a transfer station. Both parties — Ace Disposal and Intermountain Regional Landfill — are privately owned companies.
Landfills are not ideally designed to directly receive the garbage that they process. A transfer station provides the interim step between disposal companies and/or garbage producers and what ultimately ends up in the landfill.
Ace Intermountain Recycling receives
waste collectors’ garbage and recyclables, as well as construction recyclable materials, sorts out what needs to go to the landfill and what needs to go to a recycling facility and then transports those materials to its ultimate destination. In the process, transfer stations take small loads of garbage and combine
them into large loads, reducing the number of trips into the landfill, making it more economical to transport.
Salt Lake City is Ace’s largest facility (110,000 sq. ft.) with additional locations in Pleasant Grove, Utah, and Heber City, Utah.
Closeup view of the NYE HD grapple.
The NYE 4 over 5 design gives it tremendous picking power and volume.
The Liebherr excavator and NYE grapple as a team dramatically increased the efficiency of Ace Intermountain Recycling Center.
Waste Station Combines Small Loads to Reduce Total Trips
These transfer stations by necessity must run clean to reflect the company’s green business initiatives and at the same time run in a very efficient manner due to the volume of trucks that are coming into the facilities each hour to prevent backups and frustrations to those that are using the facility. Trucks routinely get in and out of the transfer station in under 20 min. Great care also is taken to make sure that the facility is as clean as possible to maintain a good relationship with the neighbors of the facility.
With a massive amount of material to be processed, Ace Intermountain Recycling is always looking for ways to streamline operations.
The Salt Lake City facility processes between 1,600 to 1,800 tons of material a day. The Heber City facility is 15,000 sq. ft. and only processes construction recycling materials and processes approximately 260 tons of material a day. The Pleasant Grove facility receives all materials. The facility is 50,000 sq. ft. and processes approximately 800 to 900 tons of materials a day.
Between the three facilities, a massive amount of material is being loaded, unloaded, stacked and sorted each day. The backbone of all that material processing is made up of a
fleet of predominantly Liebherr excavators. Each facility has its own fleet of Liebherr loaders and excavators running all day long.
“As we have grown and expanded, we tried several different brands of excavators and loaders,” said Seth Burgess, controller of Ace Intermountain Recycling. “We’ve settled on the Liebherr brand, finding that they were really engineered for this type of work. This is a very harsh environment. It tends to really tear machines up. The Liebherr machines have held up by far, stronger than anything else we’ve tried.”
As previously mentioned, the pressure is really on at a recycling facility to move loads in and out as fast as possible.
“As our volume has grown, we’ve also had to move to larger excavators with the goal being to be able to move material faster,” Burgess said. “The key tool on each excavator is the grapple attachment that is used like a giant hand to pick up the materials and move them. This is a high wear item, it gets a lot of abuse, but how much material it can pick up and hold in one grab is the key to our success.
“The decision was made to start moving towards larger excavators, thus the ability to use larger grapples. In the last eight months, we have purchased four of the Liebherr R936
machines. In Salt Lake City, we have reached our capacity, loading one truck at a time. So, our only option for growth was to start loading two trucks at a time.
“With our previous excavators with a grapple, we were able to load a 34-ton load into a truck in 20 to 30 minutes,” Burgess added. “Currently, our goal of buying new excavators and larger grapples is to dramatically reduce that load time. We knew what excavators we were going to buy. We started to search as a team for the ideal grapple and our search led us to National Attachments.
“We worked with Gabe Guimond at National Attachments who matched up what he felt would be the ideal grapple to work with our sized excavators. What he recommended for us was a 4 over 5 grapple built with heavy duty steel for severe duty which fully opens to 92 inches. The grapples are manufactured by NYE.
“In talking with National Attachments, we felt very comfortable with their level of knowledge and expertise. They were very confident that they had the grapples that would excel in our application. When they were delivered, we knew we had made the right move. Everything about these grapples were far more impressive than what we had been using. The steel was heavier, the welds
were strong and perfect, they were beasts. It didn’t take long to find out that these grapples didn’t just look strong. We’ve been using them for a while now and where our previous grapples would start to wear and crack quickly, we’ve seen none of that with the NYE grapples. Our truck load time has changed dramatically from 20 to 30 minutes down to every nine to 10 minutes. That’s two trucks every nine to 10 minutes instead of one truck every 20 to 30 minutes. It has completely turned around the volume that we can process.
“It’s a real game changer for us,” Burgess said. “We’ve gone from trucks being backed up and waiting to unload to completely eliminating the bottleneck. Mission accomplished. It was a team effort. We had to get the right durable, larger excavators from Liebherr and we needed to get the right recommendations for a grapple that would maximize the efficiency that the Liebherr excavators brought to the table and National Attachments got that done with the NYE grapples. It is a premium product and worth every penny. We had deadlines to meet, and they met all of our deadlines. Our initial order was for two grapples. We are now receiving our fourth.” CEG
(All photos courtesy of Ace Disposal.)
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are less likely to have engines subject to Tier IV and Tier V regulations and, therefore, are less susceptible to technological breakdowns.
“Five years ago, customers wanted fancier controls and more electronics. Now they don’t want the bigger machines so much. They want to keep it simple.”
Through the years, Kenny also has witnessed a “very haphazard” marketplace for recycling equipment, as public recycling campaigns and buyers of recycled materials come and go. “It’s a very complicated situation overall for the recycling industry.”
What is proving a boon for dealers of recycling machinery is the movement to utilize urban land previously passed over because it was boggy or rife with roots or formerly was the site of a dump.
“They can get one of our screens in there and repurpose a site by environmentally cleaning it. That part of recy-
cling is very much growing.”
Sand Science Inc. is very much a family company now. Sons Eoin and Adam Kenny are fully involved in managing and operating the firm alongside their father. The senior Kenny believes that having the three Kennys as the face of the business makes doing business with Sand Science a more satisfying experience for customers.
“When you come in here, you’re dealing with the owners of the business, me and my sons,” he said. “And we’re dealing directly with the people who make the machines. So, when a contractor comes in and says to one of us, ‘I have a need for this or that machine,’ we can tell him straight up, ‘We can do that. We can make it happen.’ The customer knows very quickly he is dealing with a principal in the company.”
The company founder is
cautious of talking too much about the future of the company. However, with Sand Science Inc. now a national distributor with customers across the country, a second U.S. location farther west makes sense.
“Yes, I foresee that happening,” Kenny said of the company’s eventual expansion. “We have talked about it. The pandemic threw everyone’s plans aside, but in recent years we’ve talked about it a lot. It’s on our agenda. We’re keeping our eyes on it.” CEG
(All photos courtesy of Sand Science Inc.)
Cedarapids Introduces TJ2440 Static Jaw Crusher for Range of Industries
Cedarapids introduced its latest addition to the Cedarapids Static Jaw Crusher series, the TJ2440.
The TJ2440 is one of the most aggressive and productive jaws on the market in its size range of 24 in. inlet gape by 40 in. inlet width, the manufacturer said.
This single toggle jaw crusher is engineered for tight closed-side settings while keeping an aggressive nip angle and crushing stroke resulting in maximum productivity. Its robust design ensures reliable operations with minimal downtime, supplying smooth and efficient crushing. The precision cast steel frame not only enhances longevity but also minimizes maintenance and reduces operating costs, along with the easy drop-in installation, making it an industry favorite.
Typical applications for the TJ2440 singletoggle jaw crusher are in a range of industries including mining, quarrying and recycling. It is adept at handling different types of materials like ores and rock, to travel and recycled concrete, the manufacturer said.
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How to Transform Your Business With Attachments
By Ola Agboola SPECIAL TO CEG
One of the best ways for equipment dealers to support their customers and maximize their profitability is to offer a well-thought-out lineup of attachments.
Attachments are essential to compact equipment versatility, and dealers’ ability to successfully stock the right attachments in quantities that meet customer demand is crucial. Here are three ways attachments boost your business’s profitability.
Know Your Customers
Customer needs differ — from loading dirt and aggregate, to clearing heavy brush and breaking up concrete. That’s why it’s important to know your customers, their work and the attachments they need to be successful.
With a solid understanding of your customer base, you can develop an attachment inventory strategy that not only meets their needs, but also helps create customer loyalty — and more sales.
Cater to Your Customers
Selling and renting compact equipment attachments is not enough to set your dealership apart from others.
You can build customer loyalty by providing top-notch service and by offering not only the attachments your customers need today, but also the attachments that can help them expand their jobsite capabilities and business opportunities.
For example, landscapers who regularly outfit their compact loaders with buckets, augers and landplanes may be interested in expanding their business opportunities with additional attachments such as snowblowers, breakers and brush cutters. Additionally, you can help your customers get more value from their machines by stocking attachments that increase their jobsite versatility and productivity.
It all begins with knowing your customers and their businesses.
Attachment Integration
Compact excavators are ideal candidates for attachment integration, allowing owners and operators to complete a variety of projects beyond the scope of just earthmoving tasks. The machines can access tight areas and are effective in a wide range of applications.
Attachments used in conjunction with compact excavators include:
Compact loader attachments range from basic buckets, forks and grapples to specialized attachments including graders, planers, brush cutters and snowblowers. Matching a loader’s hydraulic capabilities to the wide variety of available attachments will help your customers utilize their machines yearround.
Compact loader attachments include:
• Augers
• Buckets
• Brooms • Brush cutter
• Pallet forks • Tillers • Snow blades
• Wheel saws
• Snow pushers
• Soil conditioners
• Grapples
• Snowblowers
• Mowers
• Sod layers
Compact equipment, including loaders and excavators, are ideally suited for a wide range of industries and applications.
Dealers can build customer loyalty by helping them take full advantage of their machine’s jobsite capabilities. One step in that process is offering an attachment selection that empowers customers to do more, across more applications and more job sites.
Attachments are essential to compact equipment versatility, and dealers’ ability to successfully stock the right attachments in quantities that meet customer demand is crucial.
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CID 4-in-1 Power Rake to Be Featured at World of Concrete
CID Attachments will feature the 4in-1 Power Rake in World of Concrete booth #C7203.
Combining all the advantages of a versatile 4-in-1 bucket with a rugged power rake, this unique product is a powerful and practical soil conditioning machine. Users can dig, load, grab and back drag as well as prepare the soil bed without changing attachments, thus saving time, and enhancing efficiency on the job site, according to the manufacturer.
When reconditioning a gravel driveway or bed, for example, the power rake conditions the soil and kicks the largest rocks forward and leaves a smooth surface behind. The rocks can then be scooped up and removed with the bucket, which also can be used to place additional gravel in areas where needed — all without changing implements.
The 4-in-1 Power Rake is supplied with a smooth edge bucket, a bolt on edge or welded teeth are optional. Users who opt for bolt on teeth for more aggressive digging can raise the grapple and use the back side of the bucket as a smooth edge bucket for an all-in-one solution.
and enhancing efficiency on the job site, according to the manufacturer.
IronCraft 4-in-1 Power Rakes are available in various widths and sizes from mini skid-steers to full size machines. With many timesaving uses, they are ideal for a construction site application as well as land-
scape projects, and those on farms, orchards, vineyards and more, the manufacturer said.
Rugged and durable construction includes dual 2-1/2x8 in. cylinders, 1-1 /4
in. pivot pins, carbide roller tips, 7½-in. diameter drum (10-¼ in. tip to tip diameter), with a direct drive motor and side cutters as standard. Requires a flow rate of 15-25 gpm. Universal wiring harness available as 7-pin, 8-pin, or 14-pin. A video of the product is available at https://bit.ly/4-n-1-Power-Rake. The 4-in-1 Power Rake is manufactured in the USA and stocked for immediate availability through IronCraft’s nationwide dealer network. Each attachment is warranted for a full year.
IronCraft LLC, was formerly branded as Titan Implement. The company was purchased by LFM Capital which plans major capital expenditures over the next 24months at the Athens, Tenn., factory as well as other southeastern Tennessee locations including a paint booth, laser cutting, robotic welding, and more. In addition, other initiatives to support the post-purchase experience include online parts lookup, service manuals, training resources, and adding more product support locations across the country.
Ignite Attachments Adds New Mini-Excavator Auger to Lineup
Ignite Attachments, a manufacturer of compact equipment attachments, added to its growing lineup of direct-to-you products with a new mini excavator (MEX) auger.
The launch expands Ignite’s lineup of augers for compact equipment. Like other models in the lineup, the MEX auger offers self-aligning vertical accuracy for precise, accurate vertical holes in any situation and planetary drive system for ample torque for even the toughest drilling conditions. Compatible with Kubota KX057-5 models, the new auger features a high-quality hydraulic motor and 2-inch HEX shaft for powerful drilling capabilities in landscaping, construction, road, municipality or agricultural applications.
“Agility is one of the primary drivers for Ignite Attachments,” said Matthew Foley, lead engineer. “Whether that’s direct-to-you shipping, transparent pricing or expand-
ing our product line to fill a gap in the market. Our design team brought the award-winning features of our auger lineup to mini excavator operators looking to maximize their fleet versatility.”
The new auger has a drilling depth of 50 in. with a standard bit, or up to 86 in. with optional extension.
Self-Balanced Alignment
Like other auger offerings, the MEX auger attachment features a unique joint between the mounting frame and drive unit to ensure straight, vertical holes, even while working on contoured, sloped or uneven ground.
“We’ve taken the guesswork out of drilling,” Foley said. “With our selfbalanced alignment feature, customers get perfectly straight holes without spending time worrying about the carrier’s stance.”
The Ignite Edge
Ignite Attachments offers quality-designed and -manufactured tools that are easy to purchase, attach and use. In today’s fast-paced, connected economy, Ignite offers a reliable, cost-effective solution for compact equipment operators of any brand. Online ordering and direct shipping allow customers to shop confidently and on their own schedule. Ignite backs every attachment with a comprehensive warranty and excellent customer support, ensuring customers can rely on their tools for years to come, the manufacturer said.
For more information, visit www.igniteattachments.com.
Compatible with Kubota KX057-5 models, the new auger features a high-quality hydraulic motor and 2-in. HEX shaft for powerful drilling capabilities in landscaping, construction, road, municipality or agricultural applications.
Users can dig, load, grab and back drag as well as prepare the soil bed without changing attachments, thus saving time,
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Women in Trucking Association Honors Volvo Trucks NA
Volvo Trucks North America demonstrated its commitment to increasing gender diversity in the traditionally male-dominated commercial trucking industry with a significant sponsorship and presence at the 2023 Accelerate! Conference & Expo, hosted by the Women in Trucking Association, November 5-8, 2023, in Dallas, Texas.
During the conference, female representatives from Volvo Trucks accepted prestigious awards for 2023 Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation and 2023 Top Women to Watch in Transportation by Redefining the Road, the official magazine of the Women in Trucking Association (WIT).
“This year, Volvo Trucks increased its sponsorship commitment to the highest level to help spotlight the vital contributions of women across the transportation industry. As we navigate towards a more inclusive future, we are working to empower more women to drive their careers to greater success,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America.
“We are thrilled to accept the award that acknowledges our commitment to provide women with enhanced opportunities for success at every level. We take immense pride in the numerous successful women representing Volvo at the conference, sharing their knowledge and experiences.”
During the WIT conference, Iris Austin, people and culture director of Volvo Trucks North America, accepted the 2023 Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation award on behalf of the company. The annual award highlights the top companies that are exceptional workplaces for women in all roles of the transportation industry, including support of gender diversity,
Iris Austin, people and culture director of Volvo Trucks North America, (holding award) accepted the “2023 Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation” award on behalf of the company at the Accelerate! Conference & Expo, hosted by the Women in Trucking Association. She was joined by the numerous successful women representing Volvo (L-R): Ashley Blanton; Stephanie Thornton; Lizzie Roberts; Amrita Rane; Jennifer Hedrick, president, Women in Trucking Association; Iris Austin; Shannon Ancel; Stephanie Gallegos (back); Leanne Schertzer and Sidney Donavant.
Margarita Mann, director, complete vehicle, Volvo Group Trucks North America, was recognized by the Society of Women Engineers with the Patent Recognition Award for her industry impact and hydrogen fuel cell inventions.
accommodating family and life balance, offering competitive compensation, benefits, continued training and more.
Volvo Trucks also had two panel speakers during the three-day conference and expo that was anticipated to attract more than 2,000 transportation professionals.
Elizabeth McMillian, southeast district sales manager for Volvo Trucks North America, was recognized as one of the 2023 Top Women to Watch in Transportation by Redefining the Road, WIT’s official magazine. According to WIT, more than 80 women in a wide array of roles — ranging from HR/talent management professionals, technicians,
safety pros, and professional drivers to Csuite and board room executives — have been recognized on the basis of career accomplishments in the past 18 months and ways in which they have managed their careers to provide value to the enterprises that employ them.
McMillian shared her success story, as well as inspiration and practical tips in the How Women Rise — Stories from Top Women to Watch panel.
Katy Link, electromobility sales manager, West region for Volvo Trucks North America, participated in A Pivotal Moment in Trucking: Battery-Electric Vehicles panel to provide insights about the truck industry’s transition to zero emissions and the momentum in adoption of battery-electric vehicles, including the Volvo VNR Electric truck.
Volvo Trucks was a pioneering manufacturer in the delivery of Class 8 battery-electric commercial trucks in North America in December 2020 and has now delivered trucks to customers throughout the United States and Canada to operate in their daily freight routes. Link is one of many women involved in this sustainability transformation and supports fleets in and around California with their electrification journey.
Margarita Mann, director, complete vehicle at Volvo Group Trucks North America was honored by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) with the Patent Recognition Award for her impact on SWE and the broader engineering community. The Patent Recognition Award recognized Mann for her hydrogen fuel cell inventions having novel applications — mobile electric vehicle direct current (DC) fast chargers and power generators. These technologies are crucial in accelerating the adoption of electrification in transportation and in making clean energy and power available and accessible in a variety of environments and in many underserved communities. For more information, visit volvotrucks.us. (All photos courtesy of Volvo.)
Stellar’s NXT40 Hooklift Offers
Universal Body Latching System
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The NXT40 features a z-channel base design and a universal body latching system.
Stellar Industries, a 100 percent employee-owned and -operated manufacturer of high-quality mechanic trucks, cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, trailers and service truck and van accessories, is introducing a new NXT40 hooklift.
This strong but lightweight unit is capable of loading, unloading and dumping various truck bodies. The NXT40 is the latest telescopic hooklift in the NXT Series and features a Z-channel base design and an industry-leading universal body latching system.
Completely manufactured in the United States, the NXT40 is a 40,000-lb. capacity hoist, built for tandem axle chassis. The unit has a 54/61.75 in. hook height and rectangular-style secondary jib. With approximately a 10.5 in. lost load height, Stellar offers an industry leading low profile, providing a lower vertical center of gravity and the ability to accommodate down to 6 in. subframe heights.
As with all NXT Series hooklifts, the universal body latching system features completely flexible outside locks that can be adjusted by loosening the clamp bolts, repositioning and tightening back down. This allows the user to position the body locks in specific locations to accommodate body locks that may not be in the correct spot. The versatility of this system eliminates the need
to cut locks off, re-weld or repaint.
Not only does the NXT40 have a universal latching system, but also a universal hydraulic reservoir. The reservoir can be mounted in various positions on the unit to avoid any workaround needs if there are chassis items that could interfere with the reservoir mounting.
“The glowing reception of the NXT Series has been an exciting development in the hooklift market and the NXT40 is the latest innovation to keep that momentum going,” said Tim Worman, director of product management at Stellar. “The compactness and versatility of a unit in the 40,000-lb. class is a direct result of listening to our customers and providing a solution to meet their needs.”
The NXT40 will come equipped with either air controls or electronic radio remote controls for efficient operation of the hooklift. These systems offer proportional operation to allow for precise control in various situations. A feature of the NXT Series, the radio remote control, allows for unit operation in either the chassis cab or standing outside of the cab. The new series will be introduced with the air controls and the radio remote control will be released early in 2024.
For more information, visit www.stellarindustries.com.
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Volvo Trucks Continues Expansion With 11 New EV Dealers
Volvo Trucks North America confirmed that 11 dealership locations in the United States and Canada have completed its vigorous sales and service training and facility upgrades needed to become Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealerships, marking significant progress toward Volvo Trucks’ commitment to advancing the electrification of the commercial trucking industry.
The certification of Kriete Truck Centers in Wisconsin and Transport Equipment in Montana adds two new states to Volvo Trucks’ already robust North American dealer support network for battery-electric trucks, which now includes 47 certified dealership locations across 22 states and three Canadian provinces, with some locations yet to be announced publicly. The announcement was made at the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) 2023 Management Conference & Exhibition in Austin, Texas.
Dealership support is critical to the successful adoption of battery-electric trucks, and these additional Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealership locations are strategically positioned to serve customers across the United States and Canada:
• Coffman Truck Sales in Aurora, Ill.
• Gerry’s Truck Centre in London, Ontario
• McMahon Truck Centers in Columbus, Ohio
• M&K Truck Centers in Summit, Ill.
• Mid-Ontario Truck Center in Maple, Ontario
• Nextran Truck Center in Kansas City, Mo.
• Northwest Equipment Sales in Boise, Idaho
• Kriete Truck Centers in Madison, Wis.
• S&S Truck Sales in Lima, Ohio
• TransEdge Truck Centers in Allentown, Pa.
• Transport Equipment in Missoula, Mont.
The Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealership program was designed to ensure the robust sales and service ecosystem required to support customers with the commercial deployment of Class 8 battery-electric trucks.
Each dealership location boasts a team of highly trained sales professionals with a deep understanding of the electromobility journey — from how to select the right vehicle configuration to securing available incentive funding and identifying ideal routes for electrification. Sales teams at Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealers have access to a variety of route
planning and connected technology tools designed to help customers maximize the performance capabilities and benefits of the zero-tailpipe emission Volvo VNR Electric model. Service technicians have been fully trained to perform battery-electric truck maintenance and repairs and are equipped with the diagnostics tools and personal protective equipment necessary to work with high-voltage systems.
Certified EV Dealers are prepared to support the Volvo Gold Contract, Volvo Trucks’ premier service offering for the Volvo VNR Electric model, which is a turnkey solution that allows customers to have operational peace of mind with battery-electric trucks and ensure peak vehicle uptime, performance, and productivity. To minimize service times and quickly get customers back on the road quickly, the dealers also maintain a stock of key parts and components for the Volvo VNR Electric model.
The redesigned models now feature improved geometry, enabling them to effortlessly raise the rear axles off the ground for more convenient maneuvering while boasting up to 25,000 lbs. capacity per axle.
The Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealer network spans 22 states — Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin — and three Canadian provinces — British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec.
Volvo Trucks is on track to certify 46 additional dealerships in 2023 and 2024 that will bring the total to 37 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces. For more information, visit volvotrucks.us.
Fontaine Specialized Upgrades Its Magnitude EQ Spreaders
Fontaine Specialized, a recognized technology leader and innovator in the lowbed trailer industry, has unveiled enhancements across its complete line of hydraulic equalizing spreaders for Magnitude Series lowbeds.
The redesigned models now feature improved geometry, enabling them to effortlessly raise the rear axles off the ground for more convenient maneuvering while boasting up to 25,000 lbs. capacity per axle, the manufacturer said.
The new EQ1 stands out as a single axle spreader employing an optional rear flip axle with the ability to transfer up to 25,000 lbs. The EQ2, a tandem axle configuration, incorporates both an optional intermediate and rear flip axle, providing the remarkable ability to transfer up to 50,000 lbs.
For maximum load capacity, the EQ3 tridem axle spreader comes into play, with an integrated first axle plus optional intermediate and rear flip axle, enabling an impressive ability to transfer up to 75,000 lbs.
(GAWR and GVWR determine legal payloads).
Since 2005, all EQ spreaders seamlessly integrate with any Magnitude fixed or modular deck model that Fontaine Specialized offers. This covers all flat level, drop side rail, or beam decks, and even includes the modular extendable deck (MX) for the 55 and 60 ton trailer models. Your Fontaine dealer can help you tailor a Magnitude lowbed to fit your specific application.
Heather Gilmer, VP sales, said, “Our Magnitude Series is a truly versatile line of heavy-haul lowbed trailers, with ratings ranging from 55 to 80 tons. In addition to the enhanced hydraulic equalizing spreaders, Magnitude trailers feature a dual cam pawl gooseneck and a robust tridem bogie offering seven ride-height positions at front and rear. This heightened flexibility is invaluable for operators who need to move loads over obstacles or under bridges.” For more information, visit www.fontainespecialized.com.
Snow and Ice Section
Paladin Introduces IceShark Snow Blower for Skid Steers
Paladin announced the debut of its new 250 Series IceShark snow blower for skid steers. The IceShark is designed to offer the cleanest scrape, even in challenging winter conditions, according to the company.
“The Paladin IceShark snow blower offers some of the most innovative features in the snow and ice removal industry. With the innovative back drag blade, 3D floating hitch and easily adjustable skid skis, the IceShark snow blower was designed to maximize productivity for snow removal contractors,” said Bradley Coffee, senior product manager, Paladin Compact Attachments. “The floating hitch allows users to get the cleanest scrape possible, which reduces the amount of salt needed. The backdrag blade allows users to remove snow up close to garages and buildings, leading to less manual shoveling. Both of these equal savings in the contractor’s pocket.”
Backdrag Option
With the new backdrag option, operators can remove snow from areas as close as 6 in. from walls. This minimizes the need for shoveling, as the built-in yellow indicators guide operators as they approach structures and prompts them before engaging backdrag functionality.
Dual Articulating Chute
The dual articulating chute gives the operator control over where to direct snow placement. The chute with 270 degrees of motion, can blow snow anywhere from 3 ft. to 45 ft.
3D Floating Hitch
The new 3D floating hitch provides smooth operation on uneven surfaces. This feature offers side-to-side, up-and-down and front-to-back motion. This hitch achieves an uninterrupted scrape, resulting in a cleaner surface and reducing the need for salt, according to the company.
Steel Skid Skis
The IceShark comes with toolless adjustable steel skid skis that allow for quick transitions from gravel to pavement.
“We made a serrated auger standard across our snow blower line,” said Coffee.
“To give users better control while removing snow, we created a dual articulating chute which allows users to place the snow anywhere from right next to the blower or throw it up to 45 feet away.”
For more information, visit stanleyinfrastructure.com and stanleyblackanddecker.com.
(All photographs in this article courtesy of Paladin.)
Paladin announced the debut of its new 250 Series IceShark snow blower for skid steers.
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Freckmann of ALL Crane’s Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental Retires
The new year will bring big changes to Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental, a member of the ALL Family of Companies, as it will be the first time in more than three decades that Steve Freckmann isn’t its general manager.
Freckmann is retiring at the end of 2023 after 34 years as GM and 45 total years with Dawes.
Freckmann is a crane business lifer, starting out part-time in the shop and yard as a preteen. In fact, it was Freckmann’s father, Thomas, who was a part owner of Dawes before selling to the ALL Family in the late 1970s. Steve Freckmann succeeded his dad as general manager in 1989.
Steve Freckmann has been active and highly visible in the local and national business communities.
“I’m proud of my involvement serving on the board of directors of the Association of General Contractors of Greater Milwaukee as well as various committees,” said Freckmann. “Also, I’m grateful for the time I’ve spent serving on the various committees of the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association.”
Freckmann is a longtime believer in the value of SC&RA, including a decade and a
half serving on various committees, with a chairmanship on the Crane & Rigging Group, and a three-year term on the board of directors. He currently serves on the Crane & Rigging Group Labor Committee.
“Even though I’ll be departing my formal service in SC&RA, I’m pleased that ALL is still represented through the participation of Rick Mikut, ALL’s crawler crane division manager, and Derek Baumgartner, our director of risk management and counsel,” said Freckmann.
For more information, visit www.allcrane.com/.
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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 OR EMAIL US AT 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 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 (NC); CLARK ECX 25 FORKLIFT. EMAIL: JBSSERVICES37@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT. EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220
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 (MD): CATERPILLAR 140H MOTOR GRADER. NEED TO BUY CAT USED MOTOR GRADER: CAT 140G, CAT 140H, CAT 14H, AND CAT 14G. IF AVAILABLE PLEASE LET US KNOW. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM.
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 (US): ANY MANUFACTURER, ALL MODELS CRAWLER DOZERSLOOKING TO BUY JOHN DEERE 650KLGP WITH WINCH OR 550KLGP WITH WINCH, ENCL. CAB, UNDER 3500 HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW.
EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE. EMAIL:
EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897
WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER
EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM
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
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 TRACK CHAINS. NEED A GOOD SET OF TRACK CHAINS TO COMPLETE A 1960 IH T4 RESTORATION. THE SAME STYLE OF CHAINS WEAS USED ON IH T4, T5, TD5, T340 & TD340 CRAWLERS. THEY HAVE A 6.00 PITCH. I CAN SUPPLY ORIGINAL PART NUMBERS. THANKS FOR ANY ASSISTANCE.
EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM
WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR EITHER A USED, OR NEW GRAPPLE BUCKET, DEMOLITION BUCKET, FORKS WITH GRAPPLE, OR A STANDARD GP BUCKET TO FIT A NEW 2022 CAT 980-14A (OLD MODEL = 980-M) RUBBER TIRED WHEEL LOADER. IT CAN EITHER BE "DIRECT PIN" OR TO FIT A FUSION COUPLER. OUR NEED IS IMMEDIATE. EMAIL:BSCHAAB@AMERICANDND.COM PHONE: 716-984-7566
WANTED (AL): LOOKING TO PURCHASE CAT WHEEL LOADER 936, 950B, 966F AND 980F FOR OUR INVENTORY. IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360
WANTED: CATERPILLAR M320 EXCAVATOR. LOOKING FOR A MOBILE EXCAVATOR CATERPILLAR M320DSINGLE BOOM, IN WORKING CONDITION, FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE. EMAIL: RENATO.NASCIMENTO@ ELEBBRE.COM; PHONE: +5511994602266
WANTED (US): HITACHI EX400 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A USED HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400 & EX 450 TO PURCHASE ASAP. (RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING MACHINES). EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (TX): JOHN DEERE WHEEL LOADERS – LOOKING FOR A JOHN DEERE 544K & 644K TO PURCHASE ASAP WITH HOURS 5000 OR LESS. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS @GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (US): HYUNDAI HL757-9A WHEEL LOADER – LOOKING TO BUY 2012-2013 WHEEL LOADER OF APPROX. 200 HP (EX:HL757-9A)WITH HOURS LESS THAN 6000. EMAIL: BERTRANDLAZURE @CHARETTETRANSPORT.COM; PHONE: 1-450-691-5151
WANTED (NY): CASE 721F WHEEL LOADER – LOOKING TO BUY 2012-2013 WHEEL LOADER OF APPROX. 200 HP (EX:CASE 721F)WITH HOURS LESS THAN 6000. EMAIL: BERT@MEXUSCAN.COM; PHONE: 1-514-233-5151
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR EXCAVATORS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING TO PURCHASE ANY HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOGGING AGGREGATE TRUCKS IN THE USA
WANTED (US): ACS INDUSTRIES –BUCKETS, ALL MODELS EMAIL: BEBOMOR2003@YAHOO.COM
WANTED (US): HITACHI EX220 EXCAVATORS – WANT TO BUY USED HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX-220, EX-270, EX-400, AND EX450, ANY CONDITION. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX450 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO BUY HITACHI, JOHN DEERE, KOMATSU 300, 400, AND 450 SIZES EXCAVATORS. RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING EXC. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (US): KUBOTA B7300HSD TRACTOR W/ 60 INCH MOWER DECK. EMAIL: PRONCALLO@AOL.COM; PHONE: 845-225-7504 WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA30-2 WHEEL LOADER - LOOKING TO BUY A REAR AXLE FOR A KOMATSU WA30-2. IF YOU
The SKY 1000, a compact and agile machine, combines the power of battery-driven operation with the convenience and precision of remote control. The SKY 1000 delivers commercially viable value with its competitive price, lower operating costs and strong performance, according to the manufacturer. Also, it aligns with environmental and sustainability goals.
One of the key features of the SKY 1000 is its remote control system, which allows operators to control the machine from a safe distance of up to 160 ft. The remote control provides operators with more angles of view and improved visibility, allowing them to have a clear line of sight to the work area. The remote control allows operators to operate from the sides or front of the SKY 1000 to accurately place loads while using a pallet attachment or position an auger bit more accurately for drilling. The operator is distanced from airborne dust while digging into piles of material such as demolition debris and avoid vibration that may be transmitted through the machine’s rear operator platform while using a hammer to break out concrete.
“We are not here to replace the diesel machine, but we are here to fill in the gap in the market where there is a need for machines like the SKY 1000,” said Patrik Psenak, CEO of Volteq. “Our battery-powered solution offers numerous advantages, including quieter operation, enhanced safety with less vibration and incredible cost savings on the total
cost of ownership. The SKY 1000 is a testament to our commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable equipment solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
The SKY 1000 boasts a lifting capacity of up to 1,000 lbs., making it ideal for a wide range of applications, including construction, landscaping, agriculture, demolition and mining. Its compact size, measuring under 36 in. wide with a
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basic bucket, allows it to access confined areas where larger equipment would be impractical or impossible. With 15 different Volteq attachments available, operators have the versatility to tackle various tasks.
The SKY 1000 is powered by a lithium-iron battery, delivering reliable and long-lasting power. With a 51.2V system, 20.48kWh capacity, the battery provides energy for extended operation of up to eight hours of operation, depending on the type of work and attachments used. The built-in smart charger with an input voltage range of 90~265VAC and a maximum input current of 16A. This allows operators to conveniently charge the machine from 110V or 220V outlets using standard commercial plug. The battery’s lifespan of 10 to 15 years with zero maintenance ensures long-term performance and cost savings.
According to the manufacturer, the SKY 1000 offers a sivgnificant reduction in planned and unplanned downtimes, eliminating the need for engine-related maintenance tasks such as engine replacement, overheating and filter changes. With its modular system and telematics, parts replacement and maintenance can be conducted much faster, minimizing operational costs by up to 70 percent and reducing downtime. This improved efficiency leads to increased productivity and profitability for businesses.
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1. TIMED: Closes- Tuesday, January 23, Opens- Saturday, January 13: AUSTIN, TEXAS: One Owner. The Best of the Best. Repeat Auction. Cancellation of Contract. 38 Simple 18 Dump Trucks: (21)2023-(10)2022 Freightliner 122SD, (5)2023-(1)2022 Western Star 49X.
2. LIVE: Wednesday, January 24: COBLESKILL, NEW YORK: An Amazing Auction. One-of-A-Kind. The Very, Very Best of Ag Tractors & Haying Equipment, Small Trucks & Various Trailers All Like New, Very Low Hours.
3. LIVE: Thursday, January 25: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, John Deere, Case Construction Equipment, Attachments, Support, Trailers and Trucks.
4. NEW DATE LIVE: Friday, January 26: COLUMBUS (Delaware), OHIO: Late Model Cat, John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Attachments, Support All Types of Trailers & Trucks. Unbelievable John Deere Rental Fleet Equipment, Mostly 2020 to 2022 Years. The Very Best.
5-14. LIVE: Saturday, February 3 to Monday, February 12: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: 10 Glorious Days of Selling New & Like New Rental Fleet Equipment. Only the Best to be Found Here. Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, All Types of Trailers(the best), Enormous Amount of New & Like New Support, Attachments and more. Plus One Job Completion of a Florida Land Clearing & Logging Company.
15. TIMED: Closes- Sunday, February 25, Opens- Sunday, February 11: DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA: The Retirement of DW Ford, an Icon of the Collectibles. Including All Restored Mack Trucks, Chevy Pickups, All Kinds of Mack Signs & Collectibles and The Very Best of Everything Imaginable. Look for Details.
16. TIMED: Closes- Wednesday, February 28, Opens- Sunday, February 18: FT. WORTH, TEXAS: One Owner. 70+ Lease Returns. Large Quantity Late Model Dump (6 & 7 axle), Truck Tractors and Trailers.
17. TIMED: Closes- Saturday, March 9, Opens- Wednesday, February 28: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.
18. LIVE: Saturday, March 23: MIDDLETOWN, NEW YORK: Very Large Like New Snow & Construction Equipment(mostly Cat), Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Excavators, Aerial Lifts, Trucks, Trailers of all kinds, Attachments & Support.
19-22. LIVE: Thursday, April 4, Friday, April 5, Saturday, April 6, Sunday, April 7: 4-DAY ANNUAL ATLANTIC CITY CONTRACTORS AUCTION: Only the Best Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Utility Equipment, All Kinds of Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Various Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity Support and Accessories.
23. LIVE: Friday, April 12: HAUPPAUGE (Long Island), NEW YORK: 1 Owner. Very Late Model Snow & Construction Cat Equipment, Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Snow Trucks & Accessories, Attachments, Support, Late Model Pickups(4x4 with plows) and more.
24. LIVE: Friday, April 19: NORTH HAVEN, CONNECTICUT: Very Large Cat, Komatsu, Volvo, John Deere Snow & Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, and all kinds of Attachments & Support.
25. LIVE: Sunday, April 28: BREWERTON, NEW YORK: Collectible Signs and Beautiful House on Oneida Lake, 90ft. Water Frontage.
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
26. RACINE, WISCONSIN: Job Completion Auction of Late Model Construction, Aggregate, Utility Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service & Pickup Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
27. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickups, All Types of Trailers (Equipment & Van), Attachments and Support.
28. MONTREAL, CANADA: Rental Returns of Cat, Komatsu, John Deere Construction Equipment, Trucks and Trailers.
29. SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Rental Returns of Construction & Utility Equipment, Plus Beautiful Piece of Real Estate with Large Building.
30. SARATOGA, NEW YORK: Retirement. Complete Liquidation. It's Big. HIGHLIGHTS: JD 650KLGP(winch, 200hrs.), JD 450J, Linkbelt 350X4LC, 2021-2019 Linkbelt 75, Like New Kubota 97, (2)Cranes: Grove 540E, Grove RT525B, (2)Tele Forklifts: Genie TL844, Genie TL642, Pipe Benders, Air Compressors, Light Plants, Utility Vehicles, 2017 Freightliner(46R), 2016 Eager Beaver GSL 55T Lowboy, 2018 Jer Dann Rollback(46R, t/a), Over 500 Top-Line Support & Attachments.
31. FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Highlights Include Late Model Cat, John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Aggregate, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
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CAT & John Deere Wheel Loaders and Tool Carriers with Log Grapples and GP Buckets
Hood Knuckle Boom Log Crane (20+) Hyster, Hyundai, Toyota, Selick, Nissan and Kalmar Diesel and LP Forklifts, up to 25,000# apacity
Skytrak Diesel Telehandler Late-Model Pickup Trucks Trailer Jockeys Complete Log-to-Lumber Saw Mills ncluding all Debarking, Kiln Drying, Chipping, Sawing, Finishing & Moulding quipment Maintenance & Support Equipment And Much More
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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 Construction Supervision Fundamentals (https://training.agc.org/course/vcsf240101/)
Dates: Tuesday, January 9, 2024 (1:00 PM) – Thursday, January 25, 2024 (5:00 PM)
Online Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/project-manager-developmentprogram/)
Dates: Tuesday, January 16, 2024 (10:00 AM) – Friday, January 19, 2024 (6:00 PM)
Online Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd edition (https://training.agc.org/course/vlea240101/)
Dates: Monday, January 22, 2024 (11:00 AM) – Friday, February 9, 2024 (3:00 PM)
Online Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/building-information-modelingeducation-program/)
Dates: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 (12:00 PM) –Thursday, February 29, 2024 (4:00 PM)
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• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program 2nd Edition
Dates: Tuesday, January 16, 2024 –Thursday, January 18, 2024
Venue: The Mirage Resort and Casino 3400 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV Phone: 1-702/791-7111
The AED Summit is the premier event for the equipment distribution industry. It brings together equipment distributors, manufacturers, and service providers from all over North America to learn about the latest trends and technologies, network with industry leaders, and develop their businesses. Here are some of the benefits of attending the AED Summit 2024: . Learn about the latest trends and technologies in the equip-
ment distribution industry
. Network with industry leaders and potential customers
. Develop your skills through educational sessions and workshops
. Gain exposure to new opportunities
. Build your professional network
If you are involved in the equipment distribution industry, I encourage you to attend the AED Summit 2024. It is a great opportunity to learn, network, and grow your career. For more information contact Associated Equipment Distributors (AED): 650 E. Algonquin Road, Ste. 305, Schaumburg, IL 60173. Telephone: 630/574-0650. Email: help@aednet.org
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF MINNESOTA (AGC OF MN)
This annual event brings together industry leaders and changemakers as we celebrate stellar work over the past year as well as over the past decades.
We will also enjoy the music of Mick Sterling and his full band. (https://www.micksterlingpresents.com/)
Participants in the Construction Health and Safety Excellence (CHASE) Partnership will be honored at CHASE Recognition Event.
AGC Honors 2024 takes place the evening before the 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit, and we encourage you to attend both events!
Ramp, surface lot, and street parking available.
• 2024 MINNESOTA CONSTRUCTION SUMMIT
When: Wednesday, January 17, 2024, and Thursday, January 18, 2024
Time: 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: Saint Paul River Centre
175 Kellogg Boulevard West, St. Paul, MN 55102
The 2024 Minnesota Construction Summit is the event of the year for the Minnesota Construction Industry! Please join us for the industry event of the year, bringing together construction industry professionals for two (2) days of inspiration, education, and networking! Featuring inspirational keynote presentations, educational sessions on topics that impact real life in our industry, exhibitors with relevant and vital products and services, and fantastic networking opportunities.
This is an industry event NOT TO BE MISSED!
For more information on these events, contact: Lisa Larson, Phone: 651/491-3747 Email: llarson@agcmn.org AGC MN contact phone number: 651/632-8929
WORLD OF CONCRETE 2024
DATES of EXHIBITS: January 23 – 25, 2024
DATES of EDUCATION: January 22 – 25, 2024 Place: Las Vegas Convention Center 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Phone: 702/892-0711
Description: The 2024 World of Concrete (WOC) theme is all about grit, designed to reflect the tenacity and determination construction professionals demonstrate every day on and off the jobsite. This year’s event features training and techniques in concrete and masonry, countless exhibits from original equipment manufacturers, and educational certification seminars. You also could network and engage with over 60,000 global industry professionals from each segment of the industry. Online registration is required because no in-person registration is available. Serving the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries, World of Concrete is an annual international event that takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Drawing record numbers year after year, the 2024 World of Concrete, sometimes referred to as the Concrete Convention Las Vegas will feature three (3) days of exciting new products, cutting-edge technologies, the latest equipment, exciting spectator events and competitions, and more than 150 educational sessions including luncheons, interactive workshops, and industry hands-on training. World of Concrete attracts over 48,000 industry professionals, over 120 countries in attendance and hosts over 1,000 exhibiting companies across more than 587,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor exhibit space at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Admission
