The Pennsylvania Turnpike, America’s first superhighway, opened in October 1940; it served as the standard for America’s highways, predating the Interstate Highway System by 16 years.
Today, the turnpike stretches 550 mi. across the state and carries an estimated 5.6 million passengers each year. Traveling the turnpike link with other roads in the state, many use this key transportation artery to connect to nearby states and on to destinations throughout the Midwest. This past fall, contractor James D. Morrissey
of Philadelphia began preparing a nearly 1-mi. stretch of the Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-276) for the future. Although this section had been repaved numerous times, the road had reached its end of life and is receiving a full-depth replacement.
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Amtrak has completed a key early construction milestone for the Susquehanna River Bridge Project, removing the 10th and final remnant pier from the river. This is one of several necessary steps before beginning major construction.
12 NYC DDC CELEBRATES ‘GETTING STUFF DONE’ THROUGHOUT 2024
Commissioner Thomas Foley of the NYC DDC celebrated the end of 2024 and the successful projects and changes to the city’s capital construction process that the agency was able to accomplish during the year.
18 EMERGENCY DREDGING, BEACH RENOURISHMENT CONTINUES IN DEL.
Considerable progress has been made by the emergency dredging and beach nourishment project under way at the north side of the Indian River Inlet near Bethany Beach, Del.
18 SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH IN CONSTRUCTION WITH THESE STRATEGIES
Mental Wellness Month is a chance to prioritize the mental health of workers, highlight the stressors they face and implement strategies that foster healthier mindsets on and off the job site.
22 EQUIPMENT EAST EXPANDS ITS PRODUCT LINE
Equipment East LLC headquartered in Dracut, Mass., announced its newly established partnership with ASV. This collaboration extends Equipment East’s product offerings to include ASV’s compact track loaders and skid steers.
24 LIEBHERR SUPPLIES SHIP-TO-SHORE CRANES TO PORT NEWARK
Liebherr announced the successful delivery of two ship-to-shore container (STS) cranes to Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT), marking another milestone in the company’s long-standing support of the U.S. maritime industry.
24 MANITOU GROUP WINS ‘GRAND PRIX IMPACT ENTREPRISE 2024’
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AMTRAK AWARDS KEY CONTRACTS FOR SAWTOOTH BRIDGES JOB
Amtrak has achieved a major milestone for the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project, selecting a Skanska, Walsh & Herzog Joint Venture to conduct pre-construction activities along with future contract opportunities for the project’.
34 W.VA. BEGINS WATER INFRASTRUCTURE WORK IN FAYETTEVILLE, WEIRTON
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The National Center for Construction Education and Research released several new or updated educational products in 2024, serving its ongoing mission to provide workforce development solutions for the construction industry.
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Amtrak Finishes Key Work On Susquehanna River Bridge Job
Amtrak has completed a key early construction milestone for the Susquehanna River Bridge Project, removing the 10th and final remnant pier from the river. This is one of several necessary steps before beginning major construction of two new bridges (featuring four total tracks) that will replace the existing twotrack Susquehanna River Bridge, which originally opened in 1906.
Earlier this year, Amtrak’s contractor Fay Construction began demolition and removal of 10 leftover piers, which remained from a nearby 1866 railroad bridge that had its superstructure removed several decades ago. In November, this critical early work package crossed the finish line, on schedule and with zero safety incidents or lost time.
As part of Amtrak’s commitment to partnering with local communities, the company also salvaged important pieces of history for its partners on both sides of the river — the town of Perryville and city of Havre de Grace.
Prior to the removal process, the project team installed bird deterrent nets on the piers to prevent disruption to the potential nesting of migratory species, an important commitment Amtrak made during the environmental review process.
Amtrak went above and beyond its regulatory commitments, salvaging some original stones from a few piers, including one block engraved with the date 1877 (commemorating later upgrades to the 1866 structure). These stones were delivered to the city of Havre de Grace and the town of Perryville, at their request. The stone blocks were made of locally sourced granite from the Port Deposit quarry, just upriver from the project area. Amtrak was honored to collaborate with leadership from the city and town to preserve a piece of the region’s rich transportation history, the company said.
Although no longer utilized, the remnant piers have long been an impediment to boaters. Removing the remnant piers will help mitigate a serious potential safety hazard for the many boaters that travel along the Susquehanna River. The federal environ-
mental review process for this project identified removal of the remnant bridge piers as a necessary step toward building the new and improved bridge replacement that will enable top speeds of 160 mph, while also improving safety and navigation along this portion of the Susquehanna River. All work was conducted in adherence to State and Federally regulated time-of-year restrictions, protecting aquatic plants and
wildlife. Prior to the removal process, the project team installed bird deterrent nets on the piers to prevent disruption to the potential nesting of migratory species, an important commitment Amtrak made during the environmental review process.
The Susquehanna River Bridge is a vital piece of infrastructure that serves approximately 110 daily Amtrak, MARC commuter rail and freight trains. This important
megaproject will ensure continued connectivity along the Northeast Corridor (NEC) — America’s busiest passenger rail corridor — while enabling plans to expand intercity passenger rail service in the region and across the nation. Final design is under way and major construction is expected to begin in mid- to-late 2025.
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NYC DDC Celebrates ‘Getting Stuff Done’ Throughout 2024
Commissioner Thomas Foley of the NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) celebrated the end of 2024 and the successful projects and changes to the city’s capital construction process that the agency was able to accomplish during the year.
“From day one, our administration has focused on creating a safer, more affordable New York City. In 2024, we continued to deliver on that vision and ‘Get Stuff Done’ for working-class New Yorkers,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
“Thanks to our extraordinary public servants, America’s safest big city got even safer this year, with overall crime down and thousands of illegal guns, mopeds and ghost cars taken off city streets.
“We passed historic legislation to turn New York into a ‘City of Yes,’ shattered affordable housing records once again, and put billions of dollars back into New Yorkers’ pockets. We broke records for the most jobs and small businesses in city history and moved millions of trash bags off our sidewalks and into containers.
“But we know that there is even more we can do to continue to uplift working-class families. As we look to the future, our administration remains committed to keeping New Yorkers safe and making our city more affordable for the millions of New Yorkers who call our city home.”
“In 2024, DDC built faster, better and more efficiently — whether it was on a new police precinct, resiliency project, or recreation center, we have delivered for New Yorkers,” said Foley. “Our $33 billion portfolio includes infrastructure that protects residents from flooding and green infrastructure to help manage stormwater, including new Bluebelt areas in Staten Island.
“In 2024 we completed modern, sustainable public buildings across the city, including the new Far Rockaway Library, the 40th Precinct in the Bronx and the Manhattan Pet Adoption Center. We built safer streets and new Select Bus Service lines. We made progress in construction reform in Albany and will be able to serve New Yorkers better thanks to new contracting methods such as progressive design-build and CM-Build.
“At the same time, we’re also expanding our design-build program, which is taking years off capital projects such as the new Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center in Brooklyn.”
Completing Capital Projects for New Yorkers
In 2024, DDC completed 83 design projects and 66 capital construction projects, benefiting New Yorkers in every neighborhood.
DDC continued its work with city libraries, including the completion of the
Located at the busy intersection of Central and Mott avenues, the new Far Rockaway Library is the centerpiece of the revitalization of the neighborhood.
new Far Rockaway Library in Queens, designed by the renowned architecture firm Snøhetta through DDC’s Design and Construction Excellence program.
DDC finished a $1.8 million roof renovation for QPL’s Laurelton Library branch, done nearly 10 percent under budget, and a $4.6 million project at Broadway Library in Astoria, which transformed the building’s
cellar with multiple computer stations as well as a classroom, meeting room and stage area.
DDC turned a former garage in Harlem into a 2,500-sq.-ft. modern facility that is now the Manhattan Pet Adoption Center.
The $85 million 40th Precinct was opened in the South Bronx, making it the NYPD’s first station house to include space specifically
dedicated to hosting community events.
DDC also renovated the Downtown Art Community Center and repaired the historic City Hall steps.
The agency completed massive infrastructure projects in 2024 including a $139 million project in College Point that covered over 100 individual blocks, upgraded over 6 mi. of water mains and over 8 mi. of sewers to improve stormwater drainage.
Several of the agency’s infrastructure projects benefitted from new fence art including at Del Valle Square in the Bronx.
A $4.7 million infrastructure project in Westerleigh, Staten Island which was finished on time and $1 million under budget upgraded water mains and sanitary sewers and added new storm sewers to the area.
DDC is one of the agencies leading the city’s response to climate change and the rising possibility of coastal and cloudburstrelated flooding.
In 2024, DDC completed the first section of East Side Coastal Resiliency (ESCR) in lower Manhattan, ahead of schedule and under budget. Construction included raised parkland, floodwalls, berms and multiple
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Considerable progress has been made by the emergency dredging and beach nourishment project under way at the north side of the Indian River Inlet near Bethany Beach, Del., the state’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) announced recently.
Launched in late November with the mobilization of dredging equipment, the $25 million project, including $15 million in state funding and an additional $10 million in federal support from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, aims to stabilize the severely eroded beach and dune system that also safeguards Delaware Highway 1, a key area roadway. WHYY Radio in Philadelphia noted that the Delaware coastal road plays a vital role as an evacuation corridor for the region, including traffic from nearby Ocean City, Md.
The actual dredging and sand placement at Indian River Inlet began Dec. 2, and since then, the contractor, Texas-based Dredgit Corp., has achieved a highly-efficient work rate, as reflected in the current daily dredging volumes, according to a DNREC news release.
DNREC’s emergency dredging project to repair and restore the beach and dune at the north side of the Indian River inlet has made continuous and consistent progress since the pumping and placement of sand began Dec. 2.
bypass system, which moved sediment to nourish the north side beach, addressing years of sand deficits that have left the inlet particularly vulnerable to storm damage. These dredging and beach renourishment measures are designed to protect Del. 1 from repeated threats over the years from storm-related flooding and erosion, including severe wave damage just last August from Hurricane Ernesto.
Dredgit committed itself to operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week — including over the holidays — to meet its project goals and ensure the beach and dune are restored as quickly as possible.
“This project reflects a great team effort, from the time we began hauling sand by truck in the summer to now maintaining efficient round-the-clock operations,” said
As of Dec. 22, the contractor reported a cumulative total of 130,737 cu. yds. of sand had been dredged and placed toward a targeted total of 380,000 cu. yds. to be reached by late February. During the latest 24-hour period for which volume is available, almost 10,000 cu. yds. of sand were pumped onto the inlet’s north side beach and dune, noted the state agency.
DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin. “We remain committed to getting the work done while continuing to keep the public informed about the project.”
Shortly after the DNREC-led phase of the project concludes in February, a second phase of the emergency dredging project will follow and be led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) throughout the rest of 2025. Both DNREC and the USACE believe this approach will continue to provide long-term protection of both the beach and dune and critical infrastructure for the Indian River Inlet area.
The dredging project also includes the restoration of the area’s natural sand
As crews and heavy equipment do their work, DNREC has temporarily closed the north side beach at Delaware Seashore State Park to all beachgoers and outdoors recreationalists, including surfers, to ensure public safety. The state agency continues to monitor the situation and will coordinate with the contractor on reopening this popular recreational area when it can be deemed safe for park visitors and surfers.
The DNREC protects and manages Delaware’s natural resources, protects public health, provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates the state’s residents about the environment. Additionally, the DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship develops and implements innovative watershed assessment, monitoring and implementation activities.
Support Mental Health in Construction With These Strategies
As January rolls in, it brings an important reminder for all industries — including construction — to focus on mental well-being. Mental Wellness Month is a chance to prioritize the mental health of workers, highlight the stressors they face and implement strategies that foster healthier mindsets on and off the job site.
The construction industry is uniquely demanding. Long hours, physically intensive work, tight deadlines and economic pressures can take a toll on even the most resilient workers. According to the CDC, construction workers have one of the highest suicide rates of any profession. Addressing this challenge head-on is not just beneficial — it’s essential.
Here are practical strategies construction businesses can adopt to support mental wellness throughout January and beyond.
Promote Open Communication
The stigma surrounding mental health often discourages workers from seeking help. Leaders and supervisors can set a tone of openness by normalizing conversations about mental health.
• Hold Toolbox Talks: Dedicate weekly safety meetings to discussing stress management, burnout and signs of mental health struggles.
• Provide Resources: Share information about mental health support hotlines, company-provided counseling services or Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).
• Lead by Example: Encourage leadership to share their experiences and reinforce that seeking help is a sign of strength.
Encourage Work-Life Balance
Long shifts and physically demanding tasks can push workers to exhaustion. Prioritizing work-life balance is crucial for longterm mental and physical health.
• Set Realistic Schedules: Avoid overloading workers with excessive overtime and provide adequate breaks.
• Encourage Time Off: Remind workers to use their paid leave
and check in on those who appear fatigued or overworked.
• Offer Flexibility: If possible, implement scheduling that accommodates personal needs without compromising deadlines.
Implement Mental Health Training
Providing supervisors and workers with tools to identify and manage mental health challenges can transform jobsite culture.
• Training Programs: Enroll team leaders in programs to help them spot signs of stress, anxiety or depression in team members.
• Identify Early Warning Signs: Teach workers to recognize symptoms like fatigue, irritability and withdrawal in themselves and others.
• Create Peer Support Networks: Foster an environment where coworkers look out for one another and offer help when needed.
Provide Access to Professional Support
Sometimes, professional intervention is necessary to address mental health issues effectively.
• EAP Services: Ensure employees know about and can easily access Employee Assistance Programs for counseling or support.
• Telehealth Options: Offer virtual therapy sessions for convenience, especially for workers on remote sites.
• Community Partnerships: Partner with mental health organizations or local clinics to provide affordable resources to your workforce.
Foster Physical Well-Being to Support Mental Health
Physical health and mental health are inextricably tied together. Small changes to promote healthier lifestyles can reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
• On-Site Wellness Programs: Provide stretch-and-flex routines before shifts or access to fitness incentives.
• Nutrition Support: Offer healthier snack and meal options on-site to fuel both body and mind.
• Sleep Awareness: Educate workers about the importance of rest and the risks of sleep deprivation, especially for those working long hours.
Create Positive Workplace Culture
A supportive, inclusive environment can help workers feel valued and less alone.
• Recognize Achievements: Celebrate workers’ accomplishments to boost morale.
• Offer Mentorship: Pair new hires with experienced workers for guidance and connection.
• Respectful Environments: Address harassment swiftly to maintain a positive environment.
Benefits of Prioritizing Mental Wellness
Focusing on mental wellness isn’t just the right thing to do — it benefits the entire organization. Mentally healthy employees are more productive, safer and more engaged in their work. Reduced stress levels lead to better decision-making and fewer workplace incidents, fostering an overall safer job site.
By embracing Mental Wellness Month, construction companies can set the foundation for long-term change. Building mental wellness into the industry’s culture creates stronger teams, healthier workers and a brighter future for everyone involved.
This January, let’s challenge the stigma around mental health and actively support construction workers in their mental wellness journey. Whether it’s through open communication, professional support or simple day-to-day practices, every small step makes a difference.
By taking action now, the construction industry can move toward a healthier, more resilient workforce — ready to tackle any job that comes its way.
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Equipment East LLC, a leading construction equipment dealer headquartered in Dracut, Mass., is proud to announce its newly established partnership with ASV.
This collaboration extends Equipment East’s product offerings to include ASV’s compact track loaders and skid steers, renowned for their superior traction, speed and versatility, according to the company.
Under this partnership, Equipment East is now an ASV dealer across Essex, Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Nantucket, Plymouth, Worcester, Middlesex, Suffolk and Norfolk counties in Massachusetts. With locations in Dracut, Brockton and Auburn, Mass., and Bow, N.H., Equipment East is strategically positioned to deliver these innovative solutions to both existing and new customers, the company said.
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“We’re eager to add these products to our lineup and serve our customers with these exceptional offerings.”
According to Equipment East, ASV is celebrated for creating the first compact track loader and the manufacturer continues to lead the industry with 14 models and a full assortment of attachments. ASV track loaders feature unique advantages such as higher ground speed, greater ground clearance and reduced ground pressure for ultimate productivity and efficiency. ASV also offers two models of skid steer loaders along with all of the appropriate attachments, each rated at 74.2 hp.
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Equipment East LLC, a leading construction equipment dealer headquartered in Dracut, Mass., announced its newly established partnership with ASV.
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Liebherr announced the successful delivery of two ship-to-shore container (STS) cranes to Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT), marking another milestone in the company’s long-standing support of the U.S. maritime industry.
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These STS cranes feature an impressive outreach of 226 ft. and a lift height over rail of 175 ft., making them ideally suited for handling larger vessels and boosting throughput.
Advanced features such as electronic anti-sway and laser anti-collision systems, ensure smooth, safe and highly efficient crane operations.
Speaking from Liebherr’s Irish manufacturing base, Declan O’Sullivan, general manager sales at Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd., highlighted the company’s commitment to customers: “We’ve been delivering cranes to the USA for many years, and this ongoing partnership with PNCT speaks to the trust and confidence that customers place in our engineering expertise. Our customizable designs and inhouse manufacturing allow us to offer tailored solutions that meet the needs of each terminal.
“Liebherr has earned a reputation for high-quality engineering and is proud to continue to be a trusted partner to ports in the USA at a time when safety and security are paramount.”
Building a lasting partnership Liebherr and PNCT continue to build on their partnership, which has contributed to the terminal’s growth and success.
Reflecting on this collaboration, PNCT President James Pelliccio said, “Liebherr has consistently provided us with reliable and high-performance cranes. These new additions not only reinforce our capabilities but also positions us to handle the growing demands of global trade with confidence.
“Our strategy is focused on creating a modern, efficient terminal, and these cranes are a pivotal part of that transformation. Liebherr’s crane design plays an essential role in our journey to becoming one of the most advanced ports on the East Coast.”
Winston Ziegler, head of sales, Maritime Cranes at Liebherr USA, Co., added: “Liebherr’s commitment to the U.S. market remains strong, with a local team of 35 dedicat-
ed professionals ensuring top-tier support for every crane we deliver. The successful handover of these cranes to PNCT underscores our role as a key player in supporting America’s ports.”
This delivery showcases Liebherr’s ability to meet the challenges of an evolving maritime industry, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner for U.S. ports seeking safe, reliable and dependable crane solutions.
As U.S. ports focus on rebuilding infrastructure and modernizing operations, Liebherr’s expertise and commitment to engineered solutions ensure dependable equipment and trusted support, the company said.
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Manitou Group Wins ‘Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024’
Manitou Group, a world reference in the handling, aerial work platform and earth moving sectors, has won the “Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024”. This award recognizes the group’s solid local roots, its successful international expansion and its commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
Organized each year in partnership with Altios, Crédit Agricole Anjou Maine, KPMG, Audencia and the Journal des Entreprises, the “Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024” award recognizes outstanding companies in the Pays de la Loire region. Of the 30 entries received for this 33rd edition, Manitou Group was awarded the “Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024”.
Jacqueline Himsworth, chairman of the board, said, “We are proud to receive the Impact Entreprise Grand Prize. This distinction reflects our shared determination, together with all our stakeholders, to accelerate the transformation of our industry where we operate. We are continuing to invest and innovate on all our international production sites, offering our customers ever more sustainable solutions, in line with our strategic roadmap”.
In particular, the jury praised Manitou Group’s passion for providing long-term support to the region’s high schools and higher education establishments, developing its relationships with local charities through sponsorship and working on a daily basis with an extensive network of regional suppliers.
The company’s policy of investing in all its production sites in western France and abroad, as well as the acquisitions it has made in recent years, also were highlighted.
The jury added: “Manitou Group is rolling out a global impact strategy across all its sites. This high-impact project is the fruit of years of collaboration with stakeholders, and of collective initiatives driven by employees and supported by management. The Impact Entreprise jury was unanimous in its praise for the teams’ humility and pride in the progress they have made, their commitment to their stakeholders and their willingness to constantly challenge themselves with ambitious goals.”
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(L-R) are Manitou Group's Elisabeth Ausimour, president of product division; Hervé Rochet, CTGO; Aude Brézac, CSR VP; Jacqueline Himsworth, chairman of the board; and Céline Brard, CFO.
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Amtrak has achieved a major milestone for the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project, selecting a Skanska, Walsh & Herzog Joint Venture to conduct pre-construction activities along with future contract opportunities for the project’s full construction scope. This important state-of-good-repair investment will construct multiple bridge structures with four total tracks, replacing the existing aging asset and significantly enhancing capacity, reliability, and speed along the most heavily traveled segment of the Northeast Corridor (NEC).
“Today’s milestone marks an important step for this extremely complex and critical investment that will improve commuter and intercity passenger rail in the busiest section of the NEC," said Amtrak Executive Vice President, Capital Delivery, Laura Mason.
"Amtrak is making strides to address decades of underinvestment as we rebuild America’s Railroad for the next generation. We thank our partners at NJ TRANSIT, PATH and Conrail, as well as elected officials from across the region for supporting this project that advances our common goal of enhancing and expanding rail service in New Jersey, New York and beyond.”
This important state-of-good-repair investment will construct multiple bridge structures with four total tracks, replacing the existing aging asset and significantly enhancing capacity, reliability, and speed.
tion of two new tracks (for a total of four).
• Restoring 90 mph maximum speeds, improving efficiency and cutting travel times.
Amtrak also has awarded a project and construction management contract to a Joint Venture of AECOM and STV for pre-construction support services during the project final design phase, and to perform construction management for the construction phase. This team will work closely with the Skanska, Walsh & Herzog Joint Venture and Amtrak’s in-house Capital Delivery department.
The Sawtooth Bridges were originally constructed in 1907 and serve as a critical link in the NEC, supporting more than 400 daily trains operated by Amtrak, NJ TRANSIT over tracks used by NJ TRANSIT, PATH and Conrail freight trains. Their age and structural deficiencies limit train speeds to 60 mph, creating bottlenecks that impact rail operations for intercity and commuter services.
About the Project
This investment will address critical stateof-good-repair needs by replacing the aging Sawtooth Bridges with modern, reliable structures. Additional benefits include:
• Doubling track capacity with the addi-
• Enhancing reliability by reducing service disruptions and enabling seamless connectivity.
• Meeting growing demand for commuter and intercity rail services on the nation’s busiest rail corridor.
What’s Happening
The project will construct three new bridges along a 1.9-mi. corridor in Kearny, N.J., between Newark Penn Station and Secaucus Junction:
• Bridge #1: Realigns NJ TRANSIT’s Morris & Essex Track 5, creating space for additional NEC tracks built with Bridge #2.
• Bridge #2: Features two new NEC tracks, adjacent to the existing Sawtooth Bridges.
• Bridge #3: Completely replaces the existing Sawtooth Bridges structures, which carry the two current NEC tracks.
Innovative Approach
Construction of the new bridges is being delivered through the innovative Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) delivery method, which improves project delivery time and allows design, pre-con-
struction and other work to proceed simultaneously.
The nearly 2-mi. project corridor presents unique challenges as a congested area with limited access points and space that require extensive coordination with NJ TRANSIT, PATH, Conrail and third-party utilities. The new design will modernize rail infrastructure while preserving operations during construction.
About the Bridges
The 115-year-old Sawtooth Bridges have surpassed their design life, limiting efficiency and reliability on this critical segment of the NEC, the busiest rail line in the United States and vital to the nation’s economy.
A 2013 condition survey confirmed that the bridges must be replaced. Replacement of the existing bridges received federal environmental approval in 2020 with the signing of an Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact.
Final design of the new bridges is under way. Planning for enabling construction is advancing, with major construction slated to begin in 2026.
How It’s Paid For
This project is highly rated on the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) NEC Project Inventory and has been awarded
multiple grants through FRA’s Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program to support project development, final design and construction of earlyaction, critical path activities. Amtrak is contributing the non-local match to these grants.
FRA also has issued a Letter of Intent for future grant funding to support the project through construction completion, following Amtrak’s satisfactory completion of necessary project development lifecycle stages and grant program applications.
The Big Picture
Amtrak continues to transform rail and provide a high-quality experience, serving a record 32.8 million customers and investing an unprecedented $4.5 billion into major infrastructure and fleet projects in Fiscal Year 2024.
Recent milestones across Amtrak’s portfolio of major bridge projects include:
• Portal North Bridge: Achieving 75 percent construction completion for this project sponsored by NJ TRANSIT, in partnership with Amtrak
• Connecticut River Bridge: Breaking ground and beginning major construction
• Susquehanna River Bridge: Kicking off early construction activities and completing the first early construction milestone
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W.Va. Begins Water Infrastructure Work in Fayetteville, Weirton
West Virginia American Water (WVAW) has announced that it is beginning projects to improve the water infrastructure in Fayetteville, W.Va., according to a Dec. 30 report from WVNS-TV in Lewisburg.
The water utility company said that the work involves replacing approximately 1,920 linear ft. of main pipe with 8-in. PVC main. Construction is taking place on Grace Street and extends from Maple Avenue to Frank Street.
The improvements were designed to increase the reliability of service for customers and reduce disruptions.
Crews will be on site Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., and traffic restrictions will be in place during the expected three-month-long effort. The replacement work is projected to be finished by the end of this March while the street restoration should be complete later in the spring, according to WVAW.
The upgrades are part of West Virginia American Water’s goal to invest more than $97-million in upgrades across the Mountain State, WVNS-TV noted. As evidenced through economic impact studies, the
improvements will support local communities served by the water company.
The utility cautioned that throughout the construction process, consumers may experience discolored water, service disruptions and other issues.
Upgrades Under Way On Weirton’s Water System After Multiple Breaks
Far to the north in West Virginia’s panhandle, a lot of focus in recent weeks in the city of Weirton has been on trying to re-establish adequate levels of potable water after dozens of water line breaks and other issues which lead to city-wide conservation and boil orders.
The Weirton Daily Times noted on Dec. 31 that city officials also want to assure residents that work is being done to update the system for the future.
Weirton Utilities Director A.D. “Butch” Mastrantoni told the newspaper a plan has been in development for many years that would follow the ongoing upgrades to the see UPGRADES page 92
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He said workers should be expected to speak up, and construction management should communicate this message consistently.
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The project, focused on the industry’s critical safety and mental health challenges, is the Collaborative Leadership for Safety and Health in Construction.
The research is supported by the Center for Construction Research and Training (CCPWR), NIOSH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers hail from the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) and the Center for Promotion of Health in the New England Workplace.
The creation of a toolkit to help construction managers, supervisors and workers identify and address safety and
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Researchers will work closely with the diverse advisory board to increase the toolkit’s potential effectiveness across different work environments.
“The construction industry faces a host of challenges that impact individual well-being,” said project leader Natalie Schwatka. “While there are many strategies construction companies can use to address these challenges, they’re often not adopted or fail during implementation.”
She said that’s because “they weren’t built by the participants who hold the knowledge and experience of how things work best.”
In fact, eight contractors will implement and use the toolkit as the researchers evaluate the process. Once the evaluation is complete, OSHA will disseminate the product, along labor unions, industry associations and workers’ compensation insurers.
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The end goal of the collaborative construction health and safety project is the creation of a toolkit to help construction managers, supervisors and workers identify and address industry-specific challenges.
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The construction health and safety toolkit will emphasize collaboration among various levels in the workplace and contribute to reduced injury rates and enhanced worker well-being.
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The construction team has placed steel girders for the bridge over Neshaminy Creek. The girders weigh between 120,000 to 145,000 lbs. and required the efforts of workers running two massive cranes at the same time.
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The new road will be transformed into a more modern freeway with six lanes instead of four. The construction team also will rebuild the bridge over Neshaminy Creek and Newportville Road. The work is expected to be completed in 2026 and will cost $64.2 million.
Workers will be doing their revamping of the turnpike between Bensalem Boulevard. and the I-95 flyover connection (milepost 355). Key subcontractors for the project will be Hill International, construction manager, and Gannett Fleming, design consultant. The construction project is approximately 40 percent complete.
Keith Gay is the project superintendent of Morrissey.
“Our work will be a stepping stone for the D-40 project that, when complete, will allow drivers to seamlessly connect with I-95 and I-295. Drivers will then be able to easily travel north, south, east or west.”
In the meantime, the construction team has hard work.
“We will be replacing some concrete and bridge work that has been around since the 1950s,” said Gay.
The Morrissey team will be removing existing concrete and asphalt to prep subgrade and install a new subbase. The new roadway will be 15 in. thick; it will consist of 10 in. 25 mm base, 3in. 19 mm binder, and 2-in. 12.5 mm wearing. The total amount of asphalt used for the project will be slightly more than 152,000 tons.
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Safety is always an issue on large construction projects and Gay was mindful that he didn’t want these big vehicles sharing the road with everyday sedans and pickups.
Workers used excavators to remove dirt and clear the way for more construction work on the turnpike.
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Having a screen that shows exactly where you are in real time when working with multiple material layers will make that work much easier and faster, preventing rework and removing the danger of having a person in the trench measuring depths.
ly accepted and used in a variety of machine types, and GPS functionality can elevate that accuracy and efficiency even further. So how does it work?
By Matthew McLean and Jenny Olsen SPECIAL TO CEG
It can feel intimidating to keep up with technology, especially when it comes to sophisticated heavy equipment. While many owners and operators are getting more comfortable with — and even dependent on — tech features in their machines, some may
still need a little help making sense of it all.
Let’s break down how global positioning system (GPS) functionality, machine automation and assistive technology can make operators safer and more productive.
Map Site, Set Boundaries With GPS
Machine control is becoming more wide-
Typically, inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensors are mounted to certain parts of a machine. These can tell the operator where the bucket tooth is and how close they are to a target grade or depth. Upgrades like satellite antennas and smart receivers, which make up GPS functionality, allow the entire machine to “know” where it is.
For example, on an excavator, the operator can use an in-cab interface (like a tablet) to draw the shape they want to dig. Let’s
say it’s a basement. Then they can put the bucket on the ground where one corner of the basement will be, move the bucket to a second spot, and that tells the machine to “draw” a wall between the two. Depth and slope can be factored in as well. Due to the sensors and satellite receivers, the machine will remember where every point is as it moves around the site.
Upgrading to 3D software like Trimble or Topcon takes GPS support one step further. These programs can import a computer-aided design (CAD) file for an entire job site (like a neighborhood of roads and water and sewer lines), and all GPS-equipped machines will know how far to dig no matter where they are located on that site.
Some GPS software allows operators to create layers as well. Maybe you’re putting in a water line that involves multiple material layers with specific requirements for each. Let’s say you want 6 in. of sand as your base, 3.5 ft. of gravel, 2 ft. of fill soil and then 1 ft. of topsoil. Having a screen that shows exactly where you are in real time will make that work much easier and faster, preventing rework and removing the danger of having a person in the trench measuring depths.
Another safety-boosting feature is swing control (or swing fencing), which allows an operator to create an invisible “wall” so they cannot swing into traffic, other machines or people. Similarly, height or depth limits can be set to avoid clipping utilities. And to get even more specific, object detection does exactly what it says and alerts operators when something is in the way.
Perhaps one of the most exciting GPSrelated features still growing in functionality and adoption is jobsite mapping. This allows all equipped machines on a site to “see” where the others are, helping operators avoid traffic and safety concerns and improving jobsite (and fuel) efficiency.
Return-to-dig stops the boom while lowering, helping the operator return the bucket to the same position every time so it’s ready to dig into the pile again.
Assistive Technology Can Boost Safety, Productivity
Take It Up a Notch With Automation
Automating certain tasks can improve efficiency even more. To use another excavator example, many systems will “cut grade” on the final pass. But with automation technology, the operator controls only the arm while the computer controls the boom and bucket to ensure that the last pass is smooth and at the right depth.
Some articulated trucks and wheel loaders come with a speed limiter option that automatically regulates maximum speed. If you’re in a region that sets speed limits on work sites, this could help reduce the potential for fines while improving safety and managing site traffic.
Many compactors and pavers also have assistive technologies that show operators how many passes they’ve made, the temperature of the material and its density, and other important data that can improve their productivity.
Support Operators’ Growth, Efficiency
Assistive technology can help operators make realtime adjustments by alert-
ing them of trends in idling, braking, accelerating, fuel consumption, improper work modes and more. Ultimately, the operator can choose to adjust their behavior accordingly or ignore the alerts, so remember that a machine is never more efficient than its operator.
One of the most popular assistive tools is on-board weighing. Not every work site can have a scale handy, and even if they did, it could slow things down. If a machine can weigh its own load, operators can skip adding or dumping material and reweighing, saving lots of time and fuel. Overloading also can increase wear on a truck and lead to overweight fines.
Another favorite feature is a work mode or response mode.
Excavators often have work modes like fine, general and heavy, which change engine
rpms, hydraulic flows and pressures, and fuel consumption based on the task. Excavators and wheel loaders may both have response modes like soft, active and normal, which control how fast the machine responds when you move the joysticks.
Other wheel loader features that can shorten cycle times include boom kickout and return-to-dig. Boom kickout stops the boom at a predetermined point while lifting, which is helpful when loading a truck at the same height for an extended period. Returnto-dig stops the boom while lowering, helping the operator return the bucket to the same position every time so it’s ready to dig into the pile again. When these functions aren’t done properly, you’ll see the loader bucking or getting stuck, which disrupts the cycle and puts unnecessary wear on the machine.
Let Tech Take You Farther
Technology can be a great recruiting and training tool, especially during a labor shortage. Plus, many of the tech features mentioned here allow operators to program certain buttons and levers to remember their preferred specs. If multiple operators use the same machine, they can each have their own profile. It only takes a couple minutes to set these up, and the time saved down the road far outweighs that issue.
Some of this technology may sound quite advanced, but it’s usually pretty easy to learn. At the end of the day, less rework means higher profits and lower total cost of ownership … not to mention the immeasurable value of a safer site.
Don’t let a fear of the unknown keep you from maximizing your potential. Ask a trusted dealer rep about your options, and see how technology could take your team to the next level.
(Matthew McLean is product manager — Assist Systems and Jenny Olsen is product manager — Productivity Services at Volvo Construction Equipment) (All
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Satellite antennas and smart receivers, which make up GPS functionality, allow the entire machine to “know” where it is.
One of the most popular assistive tools is on-board weighing. If a machine can weigh its own load, operators can skip adding or dumping material and reweighing, saving lots of time and fuel.
Machine control is becoming more widely accepted and used in a variety of machine types, and GPS functionality can elevate that accuracy and efficiency even further.
Many of the tech features allow operators to program certain buttons and levers to remember their preferred specs.
Building upon its industry-leading DISPATCH fleet management system, Komatsu has announced the launch of the new Modular ecosystem, an expanding set of interconnected platforms and products designed to simplify existing workflows while creating a bold vision for the future of mine site optimization and data utilization.
Through interactive displays and demonstrations at Komatsu’s booth at MINExpo 2024, the global equipment and solutions provider gave attendees a chance to be part of the public unveiling of its connected system approach.
“One of our customers’ biggest challenges is being able to get the full value out of the data sets they own,” said Jason Fletcher, senior VP of Mining Technology Solutions at Komatsu. “The Modular ecosystem is that entry point for a mine operation to have one place to gather operational information for every activity that’s going on across their mine site. It’s our path forward to help optimize mining operations at the machine, mine site and enterprise levels.”
Due to its open architecture design, the Modular ecosystem offers customers the ability to create a “single source of truth” for common data used across their mining operations, including data from connected Komatsu products as well as third-party ven-
The Modular ecosystem offers customers the ability to create a “single source of truth” for common data used across their mining operations.
dors and other connected equipment. Access to all connected operational data allows customers to streamline decision making and support remote decision making.
The Modular ecosystem also will allow stakeholders to securely share their data with
partners of their choice, fostering collaboration and increasing overall solution velocity for an industry in the midst of ongoing transformation to meet the needs of a more sustainable future for all.
The first new offerings on display at the show included four apps to simplify existing DISPATCH workflows, introduce new technology and help customers prepare for an optimized experience. Now available for customer demos with commercial release on the horizon are:
• Simulate — visualize and analyze scenarios to improve decision making across the shift
• Roadways — keep road systems up-to-date with little user intervention
• Replenish — refuel and recharge mining equipment while minimizing impact to production
• Look Ahead — execute multi-objective mine plans and take optimization to the next level
For more information, visit www.komatsu.com.
John Deere Debuts Auto Pickup Feature for Skidders
John Deere announced its latest forestry technology feature with the rollout of Auto Pickup for its skidder lineup.
Industry-exclusive Auto Pickup within John Deere TimberMatic Maps makes it easier for skidder operators to collect production information while enhancing the ability to monitor job progress, according to the company. Without using Auto Pickup, operators must manually interact with the display to show the production completed on the job. This time-saving feature simplifies the collection of operation, requiring less engagement from the operator.
“This brand-new feature was developed to help meet our customer needs and boost efficiency and awareness in the woods, and we are confident that Auto Pickup will improve job sites and operator performance upon first use,” said Matt Flood, product marketing manager, John Deere.
“The technology will automatically collect critical jobsite data, taking the guesswork out of the collection process.”
Helping to simplify collection, Auto Pickup can be activated at the beginning of a shift by simply tapping an icon on the TimberMatic Maps display. Once engaged, the Auto
Pickup feature stays on between key cycles unless manually disengaged. Therefore, the operator does not need to focus on frequently turning the feature back on, keeping the operator concentrated on the job.
Once activated, the operator simply selects the appropriate landing where loads need to be placed, and using machine intelligence, Auto Pickup will continually monitor machine functions to determine if a bunch is properly being picked
up. As the operator picks up a bunch, Auto Pickup will automatically select it, and after an adjustable, preset amount of time, the bunch is added to the chosen landing. This new feature helps simplify the collection process, and is ultimately a hands-free method, requiring less engagement from the operator.
While using Auto Pickup, skidder operators no longer need to pause and track their production. This helps confirm that production information and inventory moved to the loader is up to date in live time, instead of calculated hours after collection. As the job progresses, production data and logging routes are updated in real-time on TimberMatic Maps, displaying the actual status of the jobsite, helping to minimize guesswork.
While Auto Pick data is being collected, owners, supervisors and foremen can monitor live progress remotely using TimberManager. This provides full visibility of a job site from any remote location, minimizing the need to be present on the logging site to monitor operations.
Auto Pickup is now available on existing machines where TimberMatic Maps is installed. For more information, visit www.deere.com/en/technology-products/forestry-and-logging-technology/.
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Auto Pickup simplifies collecting skidder production data while keeping jobsite progress up to date in live time.
John Deere Reveals Autonomous Machines at CES 2025
Autonomous 9RX tractors for large-scale agriculture feature 16 individual cameras arranged in pods to enable a 360-degree view of the field so farmers can step away from the machine and focus their time on other important jobs.
John Deere revealed several new autonomous machines during a press conference at CES 2025 to support customers in agriculture, construction and commercial landscaping.
Building on Deere’s autonomous technology first revealed at CES 2022, the company’s second-generation autonomy kit combines advanced computer vision, AI and cameras to help the machines navigate their environments.
While each of these industries experiences their own set of challenges, a commonality across all is skilled labor availability.
• Agriculture: the American Farm Bureau Federation also estimates there are roughly 2.4 million farm jobs that need to be filled annually.
• Construction: 88 percent of contractors struggle to find skilled labor.
• Commercial Landscaping: 86 percent of landscaping business owners can’t find labor to fill open positions.
Quarries supply the essential raw materials vital for building roads, buildings and infrastructure, and it’s a complex process to mine, process and transport materials. Using the second-generation kit, the ADT will handle the repetitive tasks of transporting material around the quarry to facilitate different steps in the cycle.
“Our agriculture, construction and commercial landscaping customers all have work that must get done at certain times of the day and year, yet there is not enough available and skilled labor to do the work,” said Jahmy Hindman, chief technology officer at John Deere.
“Autonomy can help address this challenge. That’s why we’re extending our technology stack to enable more machines to operate safely and autonomously in unique and complex environments. This will not only benefit our customers, but all of us who rely on them to provide the food, fuel, fiber, infrastructure and landscaping care that we depend on every day.”
Autonomy Expanding to More Machines
• Autonomous 9RX Tractor for LargeScale Agriculture: Tillage is one of the busiest times of the year for farmers. With the second-generation autonomy kit, featuring 16 individual cameras arranged in pods to enable a 360-degree view of the field, farmers can step away from the machine and focus their time on other important jobs. The advanced autonomy kit also calculates depth more accurately at larger distances, allowing the tractor to pull more equipment and drive faster.
• Autonomous 5ML Orchard Tractor for Air Blast Spraying: Protecting crops
through air blast spraying is a challenging and repetitive job. Featuring the latest autonomy kit with added Lidar sensors to address the dense canopies found in orchards, the initial machine will be offered with a diesel engine. A battery electric tractor of comparable size and capacity to existing diesel 5M/ML models on the market today will follow.
• 460 P-Tier Autonomous Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) for Quarry Operations: Quarries supply the essential raw materials vital for building roads, buildings and infrastructure, and it’s a complex process to mine, process and transport materials. Using the second-generation kit, the
ADT will handle the repetitive tasks of transporting material around the quarry to facilitate different steps in the cycle.
• Autonomous Battery Electric Mower for Commercial Landscaping: Commercial landscaping is a highly competitive industry and having the staff to support different bids is essential. The autonomous commercial mower leverages the same camera technology as other Deere autonomous machines, but on a reduced scale since the machine has a smaller footprint. With two cameras on the front, left, right and rear, 360-degree coverage is achieved, and staff can focus on other aspects of the job. Select machines will be autonomy ready from the factory and the second-generation perception system will be available as a retrofit kit for certain existing machines, providing customers with multiple paths to adoption based on where they are in their technology journey.
The machines are managed via John Deere Operations Center Mobile, the company’s cloud-based platform. By swiping left to right to start, the machine can be started once placed in the appropriate spot. Through the app, users also have access to live video, images, data and metrics, and the ability to adjust various factors like speed. In the event of any job quality anomalies or machine health issues, users will be notified remotely so they can make necessary adjustments.
For more information, visit www.deere.com.
(Photos courtesy of John Deere.)
Electric, Hybrid Equipment Reducing Emissions On Job Sites
The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it embraces electric and hybrid equipment to reduce emissions on job sites. This shift is driven by stricter environmental regulations, rising fuel costs and a growing commitment to sustainability.
For contractors aiming to stay competitive and environmentally responsible in 2025, understanding the benefits and challenges of this transition is crucial.
Environmental, Operational Benefits
Transitioning to electric and hybrid construction equipment offers substantial environmental advantages. Electric machinery produces zero on-site emissions, significantly improving air quality and reducing the industry’s carbon footprint. For example, studies have shown that electric construction equipment can reduce emissions by up to 95 percent compared to diesel counterparts.
In addition to environmental benefits, electric equipment operates with lower noise levels, enhancing worker safety and minimizing disturbances in urban areas. Operationally, electric motors provide instant torque, improving machine respon-
siveness and efficiency. Moreover, electric equipment often has fewer moving parts, leading to reduced maintenance requirements and downtime.
Industry Adoption, Examples
Major manufacturers are leading the charge in developing electric and hybrid construction equipment. Volvo Construction Equipment, for instance, has committed to transitioning its entire product line to electric or hybrid power by 2030. Their Electric Site project demonstrated a 98 percent reduction in carbon emissions and a 70 percent reduction in energy costs during a 10-week trial.
Similarly, Caterpillar has introduced the Cat Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) system, which transfers energy to both dieselelectric and battery-electric mining trucks during operation, aiming to lower operating costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Challenges, Considerations
Despite the clear benefits, transitioning to electric and hybrid equipment presents challenges. The initial investment for electric machinery is typically higher than for traditional diesel-powered equipment. However,
lower operating and maintenance costs can offset this over time. Government incentives and tax credits also are available in many regions to support the adoption of electric equipment.
Another challenge is the development of adequate charging infrastructure. Construction sites, especially in remote areas, may lack the necessary facilities. However, advancements in fast-charging technology and the increasing availability of portable charging solutions are mitigating this issue.
Future Outlook
The construction industry is expected to reach a tipping point in 2025, with a significant shift from diesel engines toward more electric or hybrid equipment. This transition is supported by advancements in battery technology, decreasing costs and increasing regulatory pressures globally.
Innovations such as hydrogen fuel cells and solar fuels also are emerging, offering alternative energy sources for construction equipment. These technologies can work alongside electric solutions to further reduce emissions and enhance sustainability on job sites.
Recommendations for Contractors
• Assess Equipment Needs: Evaluate which machinery in your fleet can be replaced with electric or hybrid alternatives without compromising performance.
• Explore Incentives: Research government programs that offer financial incentives for adopting sustainable equipment to offset initial costs.
• Invest in Training: Ensure that your workforce is trained to operate and maintain new electric or hybrid equipment effectively.
• Plan for Infrastructure: Develop a strategy for charging infrastructure, considering the specific needs and locations of your projects.
• Monitor Technological Developments: Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends to make timely and strategic decisions.
By proactively integrating electric and hybrid equipment, contractors can not only comply with evolving regulations but also contribute to a more sustainable future for the construction industry. Embracing these technologies will enhance operational efficiency and position companies as leaders in environmental stewardship.
Fleetio’s Jump Start Initiative to Benefit Charitable Businesses
Launching its new humanitarian Jump Start Initiative, Fleetio has awarded a free subscription for its fleet optimization software to Shake-A-Leg Miami, a non-profit dedicated to providing watersports opportunities and activities for people with disabilities, veterans and their families.
With a preventive maintenance system in place to increase watercraft availability and uptime, SALM can more confidently create life-changing experiences through adaptive sports.
Aligned with the spirit of Giving Tuesday, the new annual Jump Start Initiative invites Fleetio customers to nominate deserving non-profit organizations within their communities to win a free subscription of Fleetio’s comprehensive solution.
Based in Miami, Fla., Shake-A-Leg Miami (SALM) is a beacon of hope and inspiration, bringing individuals with disabilities and those from disadvantaged backgrounds together with their families and friends to enjoy the therapeutic beauty of Biscayne Bay. Through activities like sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding, SALM fosters inclusion, connection and personal growth.
The organization also creates a supportive environment where participants and their
families can engage in recreational experiences, build new skills and even prepare for future careers through its unique vocational program.
“For nearly 35 years, we’ve strived to offer the best possible experience for our participants, but managing our fleet without an automated system in place was a challenge,” said Harry Horgan, co-founder and president at Shake-A-Leg Miami.
“Fleetio’s technology gives us the opportunity to operate on a whole new level. The ability to simplify and automate our maintenance processes lets us become more proactive in how we manage our resources. With this support, we can focus on creating meaningful opportunities and pushing our mission forward — making waves in Miami and beyond.”
Impressed by the efficiency and value Fleetio brought to its business, Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club operator, introduced the platform to the SALM organization. As a long-time customer of Fleetio, Freedom Boat Club has experienced significant operational improvements by utilizing Fleetio’s fleet maintenance software across its numerous locations. After learning about SALM’s challenges with manual processes, Fleetio
“Fleetio’s technology gives us the opportunity to operate on a whole new level.”
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responded with an in-kind donation of their software subscription, empowering SALM to improve operations and focus resources on their mission of serving the local community.
“As a board member at Shake-A-Leg Miami, I witnessed firsthand the operational challenges they faced with their fleet and knew that Fleetio could make a real impact,” said Kevin Seelig, co-owner and president at Freedom Boat Club of Northeast Florida. “At Freedom Boat Club, we’ve seen how
Fleetio optimizes fleet operations and eliminates the burden of manual processes. For Shake-A-Leg Miami, this means more than just ensuring uptime — it’s about allowing them to grow and better serve those who rely on their services.”
Fleetio provides a comprehensive fleet management and optimization platform that helps businesses of all sizes effectively maintain their fleets. Its cloud- and webbased solutions make it easy for fleets to handle inspections, work orders, maintenance schedules and parts inventory. By integrating with telematics providers, fuel card services and maintenance shops, Fleetio turns critical fleet data into insights that enable informed, data-driven decisions.
“Fleetio’s technology is designed to solve real operational challenges, and for ShakeA-Leg Miami, it means freeing up their limited resources to focus on their mission over menial tasks,” said Jon Meachin, CEO of Fleetio. “As an organization, we’re committed to making a positive difference, and by helping Shake-A-Leg Miami keep their fleet in top condition, we support their ability to continue the meaningful work they do for their community.”
For more information, visit www.fleetio.com/jumpstart.
Experts: Creating Safety Culture Starts With Leadership
leadership commitment and workforce engagement,” said Schwatka. “By combining our expertise and resources, we’re able to create a far greater impact on worker safety and health in the construction industry.”
The framework, she said, will offer managers and workers “a more active role in the safety and well-being initiatives at their workplace.”
“The upside for workers is that this project gives them a seat at the table throughout the process,” added Schwatka, assistant professor of the ColoradoSPH.
Liliana Tenney, a project co-investigator, agrees. “We are creating a resource that empowers everyone on a construction site to take an active role,” she said.
Beyond solving immediate issues, the toolkit “is about building a culture where workers and management … cocreate long-lasting, positive change,” said Tenney. “By focusing on sustainability, we’re equipping construction teams to support well-being long after the project ends.”
Adopting an evidence-based model the researchers hope for lasting changes in the industry’s approach to worker health, safety and well-being. The ultimate goal is to contribute to reduced injury rates and improved workforce health overall.
Procore believes contractors can begin now to create a positive safety culture that will impact productivity, reputation and worker morale.
Adapting for Today, Future
Creating a construction safety culture starts with leadership commitment, said Clark Jensen and Julia Tell of Procore.
The process involves material resources, training, clear policies and open channels of communications said the two. Safety incidents, they believe, are “a lagging indicator of potential problems in safety planning and implementation.” These incidents can negatively impact a whole operation, said Jensen, senior strategic product consultant, quality & safety, and Tell, a construction writer.
“Conversely, a positive safety culture supports identifying site risks and unsafe practices before an incident occurs, focusing on leading indicators,” they said.
The process of moving from lagging to leading safety indicators can save money, though that may seem counterintuitive since you need to budget for safety.
According to CCPWR, the common misperception that safety hurts profits can be a barrier to implementing improvements to a safety culture. But viewing safety as a value means weaving it into every decision at each operational level, said Jensen and Tell.
It includes implementing policies and procedures that go above and beyond the minimum set out by OSHA.
“Communicating those policies clearly to all levels of the workforce is the responsibility of management,” they said. “Management must also allocate material resources and dedicated time for safety training.”
Here are Jensen’s and Tell’s key suggestions for implementing a thriving culture of safety.
1. Conduct preconstruction safety planning.
The more you emphasize safety in preconstruction, especially in the bidding phase, the safer your job site will be during construction and under warranty work.
In the planning phase for each project, developing a robust safety and emergency plan is crucial. In fact, some owners, developers and public agencies use safety as a qualification
factor during contractor selection.
A comprehensive safety plan includes identifying risks, planning procedures to avoid hazards, and devising a regular safety inspection schedule. In addition, this is a time to prepare material resources such as PPE and first aid supplies for the job site.
2. Form a cross-sectional safety committee.
As you implement your plans, a safety committee composed of workers can meet regularly to assess specific processes and safety practices, needed training, and revisit the job safety analysis.
During routine safety inspections, the safety professional generates construction safety reports to give an overview of the status of risks on the site. As committees review safety policy documents regularly, they should also stay informed of industry practices to revise policies with the latest guidance.
In addition to formal reports, safety managers can reach out on the job site to ask for feedback on safety practices that workers feel will improve conditions.
3. Take inspection reports seriously.
Leadership teams can maintain a positive safety culture by taking reports from workers or safety inspections seriously and mitigating identified risks.
Continuous improvement and ongoing attention to safety maintain a culture that uncovers risks before an incident. Open communication helps build the relationships between managers and workers so everyone feels safe.
4. Underline morale and mental health.
Your company’s good reputation for safety helps you attract and retain the best workers. People prefer to work for companies where safety is a priority. If one worker gets injured, it drags down the morale of other onsite workers.
The mental health of workers impacts productivity and jobsite incidents harm morale. An environment that prioritizes worker safety improves morale.
5. Set an example.
Leading by example is one of the best ways to communicate a positive safety culture. Messaging about safety is important, but actions often speak louder than words.
When an owner arrives on a site, if he or she wears their own safety gear even if they’re just there for a 45-minute walkthrough with an inspector. That simple act by the owner and management exemplifies adherence to procedures for every worker.
6. Conduct regular safety training.
Regular safety training is a necessary preventive measure. Conducting ongoing training is vital as the industry is constantly changing.
Training can empower workers to take responsibility for their own safety and follow the guidelines that keep those around them safe as well. Providing comprehensive training for all employees is crucial, especially because of the current dynamics of the construction industry workforce. Training reminds veteran workers of proper procedures while newer hires need to be brought up to speed and gain experience in safety.
7. Empower and reward employees.
Safety culture should prioritize open communication so that every worker takes ownership and feels free to communicate hazards and problems they observe.
The concept of kaizen, empowering every employee to recommend improvements, is a helpful way to frame this. Offering incentives for reporting instead of punitive responses can help overcome worker reluctance to report hazards. Recognizing and rewarding safety behavior prioritizes catching leading indicators. Rewards create an environment where reporting is celebrated rather than penalized, and this helps get buy-in from all of the workers on site.
Finally, said Jensen and Tell, leadership initially demonstrates a commitment to safety by establishing it as priority — or better yet, a core company value.
“As Mark Whitson, president of DPR Construction, said, ‘A lot of companies talk about safety as a priority. We talk about safety as a value.’”
Leadership commitment to safety, open communication and setting the best possible example means everyone involved can be on the same safety page.
“And on their way to a safer, more efficient job site,” said the two from Procore. CEG
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A five-year collaborative research project, focused on the industry’s critical safety and mental health challenges, is titled The Collaborative Leadership for Safety and Health in Construction.
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ACPA Announces Prestigious Industry Award Winners
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) announced the winners of several of its prestigious industry awards, presented during the association’s 61st annual meeting of the members held Dec. 4, 2024, in Phoenix, Ariz.
Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award
The Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award is the most coveted of the ACPA service and achievement awards.
First presented in 1968, this award was originally named in honor of Harold W. Hartmann, the association’s secretary-treasurer from 1964 until 1974. In 1987, Robert E. Hirschman’s name was added in recognition of his term as the association’s chairman (then president) in 1967, as well as his tenure as secretary-treasurer from 1975 to 1987.
Superior to JC Supply, growing its business as the vice president of marketing & business development until JC supply was purchased by American Highway in December 2020.
The 2024 HartmannHirschman-Egan Award winner is former ACPA Board member Glenn Eder.
In 2007, the name of Edward A. Egan was added for his service as ACPA’s chairman in 1986, as well as secretary-treasurer from 1988 to 2007.
The award recognizes individuals or organizations for unparalleled commitment, dedication, participation and leadership in the concrete pavement community.
The 2024 Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award winner is former ACPA Board member Glenn Eder. Eder retired as American Highway’s vice president of technical sales in 2022. Prior to American Highway, Eder owned and was the president of Contractors Steel & Accessories from 1986 to 1998. After his company was purchased by Ersco Corporation in 1998, he served as the vice president & division manager of paving supplies until 2007.
Eder went on to work for another load transfer manufacturer, Block Heavy & Highway, from 2007 until 2011, when that company was acquired by Dayton Superior. Eder made his name within the Dayton Superior organization from 2011 to 2015, where he served as the sales manager of paving products.
In 2015 he transitioned from Dayton
“Glenn was a valued member of the ACPA board of directors for many years and is considered a trusted advisor and friend. Once again, the members have chosen to honor a gentleman and a legend in our industry,” said Laura O’Neill Kaumo, president and CEO of the American Concrete Pavement Association.
“The more than 40 years of contribution, value and fantastic personality that Glenn has brought to the entire concrete paving industry make him more than deserving of this award. Glenn and I worked together at different times across our careers, my first interaction with him being at Ersco, where I was his salesman from Dayton Superior. Throughout my career I have considered Glenn a mentor, and our business relationship has grown into a personal friendship,” said Ron Meskis, CEO, American Highway.
Harold Halm Presidential Award
The Harold Halm Presidential Award is named in honor of ACPA’s first president, and this prestigious recognition is awarded at the discretion of ACPA’s president to an individual who has made significant contributions to the concrete pavement industry.
The 2024 recipient is Matt Zeller, concrete promoter at the Concrete Paving Association (CPAM) of Minnesota. Zeller has more than 30 years of experience in the concrete paving industry, serving as CPAM’s executive director from 2004 to 2024.
During his tenure at the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Zeller was a key architect of the water/cement ratio specification, which has resulted in concrete pavements that drastically outperform the concrete
The 2024 recipient of the Marlin J Knutson Award for Technical Achievement is Bernard Izevbekhai.
Brent Burwell of the Oklahoma/Arkansas Chapter of ACPA is the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Promoter Award.
Mike Boyle, of Hi-Way Paving, accepts the National Lifetime Pavement Recognition Award on behalf of Dare County.
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pavements built without it. Zeller is widely known as an expert on concrete pavements pushing for early opening strength research, leading to ideas that are currently being adopted worldwide.
“Matt is an outstanding person who is passionate about concrete pavement. He is truly deserving of the acknowledgement and appreciation of his years of dedication to the industry,” explained Dan Labo, executive director, Concrete Paving Association of Minnesota.
Marlin J Knutson Award for Technical Achievement
The Marlin J Knutson Award for Technical Achievement is named in honor of the second chief executive of ACPA and recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to advancing the development and implementation of technical innovations — as well as best practices — for the design and construction of concrete pavements.
The 2024 recipient is Bernard Izevbekhai with the Minnesota Department of Transportation. With decades of experience in the concrete pavement industry, Izevbekhai has been a leading voice in research, co-authoring and authoring more than 40 different research papers, primarily on concrete pavements. His work behind MnROAD was critical and his efforts have received worldwide recognition, contributing greatly to new innovations and applications of concrete paving ideas and technologies.
“Bernard is one of the most intelligent and thoughtful researchers that I have ever known, and his integrity and character has always impressed me through the decades that I have known him. Without a doubt, his contributions to the concrete industry will be referenced by other researchers for decades to come,” said Dan Labo, executive director, Concrete Paving Association of Minnesota.
Outstanding Promoter Award
The Outstanding Promoter Award is given annually to a person who has made significant contributions through promotion efforts or programs to advance the awareness, specification, and/or placement of concrete pavements. This recognition is reserved for those who have been on the front lines making a difference for our industry.
Brent Burwell with the Oklahoma/Arkansas Chapter of ACPA is the recipient of the 2024 award. Burwell serves as the primary concrete pavement representative between contractors and the Departments of Transportation for Oklahoma and Arkansas. Burwell’s steadfast promotion of concrete pavement and concrete pavement technology, as well as his involvement in specification review processes, encourages decision makers to have confidence in choosing concrete. Burwell has skillfully guided meetings between contractors and DOT representatives, providing rare forums where industry stakeholders can collaborate directly on concrete specifications and innovative ideas, effectively managing research and fostering open discussions.
“Brent’s expertise has become a valuable asset, not only to contractors, cement companies, and suppliers, but also to DOTs and municipalities who often seek his insights on concrete-related matters. His technical expertise and professional disposition have created a great deal of respect and trust in the industry, which has undoubtedly resulted in an increased
use of high-quality concrete pavements in Oklahoma and Arkansas. Brent truly serves as the ‘cement’ that binds various stakeholders, ensuring cohesion and advancing standards across the industry,” said Don Weaver, president, Weaver Bailey Contractors.
National Lifetime Pavement Recognition Award
The National Lifetime Pavement Recognition Award is presented to an agency/owner of an in-service concrete pavement that has demonstrated exceptional performance for its state and community, and for local users.
The Dare County Regional Airport has served the Outer Banks Community in North Carolina from its Roanoke Island location since 1943 and is the recipient of the 2024 Lifetime Pavement Award. The airport’s concrete apron — also known as a ramp or tarmac — was in service for nearly 80 years, facilitating more than 32,000 landings and takeoffs each year before requiring renovation. While the renovations the airport were completed in 2022, this airport serves as a great story telling the benefits and longevity of concrete pavement.
“This project is worthy of an award for long-life pavement and the following should be recognized: Dare County, the North Carolina Department of Transportation and the FAA Southern Region for having the foresight to fund and award a concrete project to fix the long-life pavement that had been in service for 80 years,” said Greg Dean, executive director, Southeast Chapter, ACPA.
Best in Show Sustainability Award
The Best in Show Sustainability Award is awarded to the organization and project that best showcase sustainable operations and construction practices. The 2024 recipient was the IDOT-Emmet County-Highway 9 project located in Emmet County, Iowa. Project contractor Cedar Valley believes that “being green” is cost effective and socially responsible and they have been recognized by the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Chamber of Commerce as a Leader in Sustainable Business. This project removed and recycled more than 34,000 sq. yds. of concrete, which was used as modified subbase under the new mainline pavement.
Additionally, the project used 1L cement, reducing the environmental impact of cement production by reducing the CO2 emissions in the manufacturing process. The first operation on this project was the installation of silt fences and ditch checks to prevent fugitive soil from entering the existing water ways. Likewise, disturbed areas were always stabilized if construction activity did not take place for 21 calendar days.
The project contractor is Cedar Valley Corp and the owner is the Iowa Department of Transportation.
Best in Show Innovation Award
The Best in Show Innovation Award is awarded to the organization and project that best showcase innovation in either the contracting process or during the construction phase to improve safety, cost to construct, value, quality, and performance.
The 2024 recipient is the Route 28 Interchange Improvement Project, located in Allegheny County, Pa. The project incorporated many innovative construction practices such as utilizing stringless paving and non-destructive paving.
Using stringless paving allows for the elimination of the labor-intensive aspect of setting up stringline for concrete slipform machines and concerns about limited workspace. Using non-destructive paving eliminated the need for nearly 30 concrete cores which would have been drilled into the new concrete pavement.
The project contractor is Golden Triangle Construction, the project owner is Pennsylvania Department of Transportation; and the engineer is Michael Baker International.
(All photos courtesy of the American Concrete Pavement Association.)
Sandy and Jeff Eder accepts the HartmannHirschman-Egan Award on behalf of Glenn Eder.
The 2024 recipient of the Harold Halm Presidential Award is Matt Zeller.
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NAPA Ends 2024 On High Note; Receives Multiple Awards
NAPA also was recognized as a Red Hot Association by DCA Live for unlocking “new ways to deliver value to members and adopting innovative approaches to business.
The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) closed 2024 on a celebratory note. This compendium of awards demonstrates the association’s value to the industry and its members.
Innovation
• NAPA received a TRENDY Award for its rebrand, developed in partnership with GRAPHEK and launched in January.
• NAPA also was recognized as a Red Hot Association by DCA Live for unlocking “new ways to deliver value to members and adopting innovative approaches to business challenges.”
Advocacy
• The Hill named NAPA’s Vice President of Government Affairs Nile Elam to its annual list of Top Lobbyists, which it calls “some of the best in the business and go-to advocates during a year defined by unprecedented political events, legislative logjams, federal spending cut crusades and big rulemaking swings by the outgoing Biden administration.”
Sustainability
• The Environmental Protection Agency named NAPA an Industrial Partner of the Year for the second consecutive year for NAPA’s ongoing efforts to promote energy efficiency among asphalt plant owners. (Gain in-person insight on efficiency at February’s Maximizing Profitability with Energy Management Workshop.)
Engineering
Publications
NAPA’s media suite, reimagined for 2024, received numerous accolades, including:
• Two MarCom Awards in magazine and branding categories for NAPA 2024, the year’s preview issue.
• Also for NAPA 2024, a Hermes Creative Award for overall print publication writing.
• A MarCom Award for writing for NAPA Now, the microsite/blog launched this year to bring timely news to stakeholders.
Individual Honors
• The Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association recognized Asphalt Pavement Alliance Technical Director Buzz Powell as its Person of the Year at its annual conference in March for having a unique, positive impact on the association and the asphalt pavement industry in general.
• At its centennial annual meeting in September, the Association of Asphalt Pavement Technologists honored NAPA President & CEO Audrey Copeland as one of three inaugural Fellows, a designation created to “recognize longer term, dedicated, and accomplished members in the field of asphalt technology who had contributed significantly to the Association through their continued, active participation.”
NAPA members and stakeholders gather Feb. 2-5 in Maui, where they in turn honor the best in the asphalt pavement industry with awards for America’s top-quality paving jobs. The prestigious Sheldon G. Hayes Award will be announced live during ceremonies on Feb. 3. Registration is open to attend the ceremonies and accompanying events at AsphaltPavement.org/Annual.
• NAPA received a TRENDY Award for launching Hey NAPA, an AI assistant developed in partnership with NAPA member XBE in 2023 and regularly updated/expanded to deliver asphalt pavement knowledge and insights to stakeholders via HeyNAPA.com.
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James D. Morrissey Leads Important Turnpike Project in Southeastern Pa.
Workers will be doing their revamping of the turnpike between Bensalem Boulevard. and the I-95 flyover connection (milepost 355).
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“As soon as the soil is graded, we try to get stabilized topsoil on it as soon as possible,” he said. “People who live nearby don’t want a lot of dirt blowing around. So, we try to get matting put down and establish green slopes quickly.”
Another aspect of being a good neighbor was the four soundwalls built along the border of the construction in Bucks County. One of the sound walls was 1,800 ft. long and offers considerable quiet from the noise of the freeway.
“Our team used a drill rig to imbed posts into a caisson to create the sound walls. We then used cranes to pick up the concrete panels and slide them onto the posts.”
The turnpike has been around for a long time, but some of the construction technology is changing the way roads are built.
“Drone technology is integrated with GPS in a way that makes site grading and site quantity management seamless in our work zones,” said Gay. “Already, the drones are able to pre-survey the work area, then pass the info along to the GPS on the bulldozers or excavators. The information for grading is very precise. The days of stringlines and guesswork are long gone.” CEG (All photos courtesy of James D. Morrissey.)
Grading at the project is being done to prepare for future paving.
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5035 Genesee Street Buffalo, NY 14225 716/681-7100
7300 Eastman Road N. Syracuse, NY 13212 315/452-0000
8194 State Route 415 Campbell, NY 14821 607/739-8741
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80 Southbridge Rd. • Route 20 North Oxford, MA 01537 508/987-8786
2397 GAR Highway • Rte 6 & 136 North Swansea, MA 02777 508/379-9810
88 Camelot Drive • Unit 42 Plymouth, MA 02360 508/830-9997
1620 Page Blvd Springfield, MA 01104 413/543-5595
4 Sterling Road North Billerica, MA 01862 978/667-4345
34 Page Road West Hermon, ME 04401 207/947-6786
106 North Street Houlton, ME 04730 207/532-6517
1505 Caribou Road New Canada, ME 04743 207/834-6701
396 County Road Westbrook, ME 04092 207/773-3777
98 Sheep Davis Road Pembroke, NH 03275 603/225-2769
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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)
AGC Events Calendar:
All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.
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Community day for these Villages with a full day of focused education, plus the trade show will be open in the morning. Trade Show: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Turf, Grounds & Snow Management; Garden Center/Grower; Professional Gardening Services; Tree Care/Arborist: Management Path
Summary:
An exclusive trade show day is being built for your Northern Green 2025 experience!
Wednesday of Northern Green week is made specifically for your needs, plus we’ve added a half-day on Thursday morning as well.
This year’s exhibit hall will feature industry vendors and providers grouped by area of specialty.
No need to seek out exhibitors for your needs – they will be gathered in designated areas excited to see you!
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• 2025 AGC Construction Safety & Health Conference (https://safety.agc.org/
Dates: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 (7:00 AM) –Friday, January 24, 2025 (12:00 PM) Jacksonville, FL Safety and Health
• AGC EDGE STP Units 3 & 4 Planning and Scheduling; Contract Documents (https://edge.agc.org/course/vstp250101-2/)
Dates: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 (2:00 PM) –Wednesday February 19, 2025 (6:00 PM) Online Virtual Training/Professional Development
• Construction Project Manager Course (https://www.agc.org/learn/education-training/events/construction-project-manager-course-3)
Dates: Sunday, January 26, 2025 (4:00 PM) – Friday, January 31, 2025 (2:00 PM) Atlanta, Georgia Training/Professional Development
Dates: Thursday, January 30, 2025 (8:00 AM) –Friday, October 31, 2025 (3:30 PM) Centennial, Colorado Environment
Association of Women Contractors (AWC) January Newcomer Luncheon
Date: Friday, January 17, 2025 Time:11:30 AM (CDT) – 1:00 PM (CDT)
Venue:Burger Moe’s
Address:242 7th St. W. Saint Paul, MN 55102
Have you even been interested in membership with the Association of Women Contractors?
Join us on Friday, January 17th for our January Newcomer Luncheon at Burger Moe’s.
This (FREE) event will give you the opportunity to learn more about the benefits of AWC membership, meet AWC staff, board members and each other!
Please note:
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This event is reserved for new AWC Members who have not yet attended a Newcomer event, as well as potential members who are interested in learning more about AWC.
We hold Newcomer Luncheons every other month, so if you are unable to attend this one, there will be another in the future!
Registration will close on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:00 PM. If registration is closed, and if you still wish to attend, please email admin@awcmn.org.
Our Mission:
The Association of Women Contractors provides advocacy, collaboration and industry leadership to support and enrich women-owned companies in the construction industry.
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MINNESOTA NURSERY & LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION
NORTHERN GREEN 2025
DATES:January 21 – 23, 2025
PLACE:Saint Paul River Centre 175 Kellogg Blvd. West, Saint Paul, MN 55102 Phone: (651) 265-4800
Description: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Community day for these Villages with a full day of focused education.
Description: Welcome to the premier national conference for Construction Safety and Health Professionals. This event provides a forum for professionals to learn, network, and problem-solve.
Through engaging presentations, workshops and panel discussions, attendees gain insights into industry challenges, best practices, and emerging trends.
Discover the latest Construction Safety Trends at our Conference!
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience as we bring together industry professionals from around the country for the Construction Safety and Health Conference. Our program gives you access to the most up-to-date information and resources on construction, safety and health. You will have the opportunity to interact with experts in the field, learn from their experiences, and discover new tools that will help you create a safe working environment.
Safety Awards Season is open!
Nominate your company or an outstanding professional for a prestigious award!
Learn more and register: www.agc.org
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC) AGC’s Annual Surety Bonding and Construction Risk Management Conference
Dates:Monday, January 27, 2025 (4:30 PM) to Wednesday, January 29, 2205 (12:00 PM)
Place:Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa 5001 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Phone: 239/444-1234
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa has a modern, coastal-inspired ambiance, and it provides the perfect setting to soak up the spirit of the Naples area in SW Florida.
Reasons to Attend:
1. Meet top Risk Professionals. Engage with purpose.
This Conference is focused on the thought leaders in the field of Construction Risk Management.
2. Customizable Agenda.
Carefully crafted Agenda covering industry-leading topics in both keynotes and breakout sessions. Unique pre-conference meetings provide an opportunity for peer-to-peer discussion of the biggest challenges for today’s construction firms.
3. Connect with friends.
Share your expertise and experience with your peers in driving the industry forward.
For more information, contact AGC: 2300 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 300, Arlington, VA 22201 Phone: 703/548-3118 Fax: 703/548-3119
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Clearfield, PA
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Piscataway, NJ 732-885-5555 Hammonton, NJ 609-561-0308 Bensalem, PA 215-639-4300 Whitehall, PA 610-261-4887 Bear, DE 302-328-4131
Poughkeepsie, NY 845-452-1200 Bronx, NY 718-863-3800 Bloomingburg, NY 845-733-6400
Holtsville, NY 631-758-7500 Newington, CT 860-666-8401
Milford, MA 508-634-3400 North Reading, MA 978-276-2400 Stoughton, MA 781-399-8580
Wareham, MA 508-291-1200
Cranston, RI 401-946-6350 Richmond, VT 802-434-4228
Londonderry, NH 603-665-4500 Brewer, ME 207-989-1890
Scarborough, ME 207-883-9586 Batavia, NY 585-815-6200
Binghamton, NY
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Clifton Park, NY 518-877-8000 Syracuse, NY 315-476-9981
Tonawanda, NY 716-799-1320 N. Syracuse, NY 315-703-7000
MARYLAND
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Bobcat of the Finger Lakes Fairport 585-223-4056 www.djmequipment.com
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Bobcat of Connecticut East Hartford 860-282-2648 www.bobcatct.com
Bobcat of Stratford Stratford 203-380-2300 www.bobcatct.com
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Bobcat of Greater Springfield West Springfield 413-746-4647 www.bobcatct.com
Bobcat of Worcester Worcester 508-752-8844
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NCCER Celebrates Its Construction Education Programs, Products in 2024
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) released several new or updated educational products in 2024, serving its ongoing mission to provide workforce development solutions for the construction industry and impacting 330,000 people.
NCCER’s newest craft training products include a new certification program, multiple curricula updates, new Spanish curriculum translations and NCCERconnect digital courses and resources.
One of the highlights of the year was the launch of the brand-new Construction Foreman Certification Program. Helping to fill a significant gap in formal training for frontline supervisors, the program covers critical areas of field leadership such as people management, communication, quality, safety and productivity.
The Construction Foreman Certification Program is the latest offering in NCCER’s Construction Leadership Series (CLS), which provides turnkey, self-paced online certification solutions for leadership development. The first title in the CLS, the Construction Superintendent Certification Program, debuted in 2023.
NCCER also released more than 15 individual level revisions for its craft training curricula. Each curriculum update included important content enhancements to reflect current industry standards and new advancements in safety, technology, equipment and other best practices.
Among the most notable curriculum updates was the release of Solar Photovoltaic System Installer, 2nd Edition. This highly anticipated title offers a robust modernization of NCCER’s solar training, which was first released in 2011. The curriculum’s second edition is designed to support skilled professionals in the booming solar sector, which has seen project and workforce demands grow amid green energy legislation and other industry initiatives.
Other 2024 releases that serve the surging workforce needs include the complete fourth editions for both the Industrial Maintenance Mechanic and Heavy Equipment Operations programs. In addition, the popular Welding curriculum saw the completion of its sixth edition updates with the release of its final two levels.
Helping to expand access to high-quality training and credentials for an increasingly diverse workforce, NCCER also released several new Spanish language translations, including the first two levels of Electrical, 11th Edition. In partnership with TIC — The Industrial Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, several titles within NCCER’s Power Line Worker program also were published in Spanish.
NCCER aims to improve lives through construction education. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to
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the construction industry, NCCER develops training and credentialing materials due to corporate and individual support.
For the full selection of construction education products released by NCCER in 2024, see below:
New Certification Programs
• Construction Foreman Certification Program
Updated Curriculum
• Solar Photovoltaic System Installer, 2nd Edition
• Managing Electrical Hazards, 6th Edition
• Plumbing Level 3, 5th Edition
• Advanced Carpentry: Frame and Finish, 6th Edition
• Heavy Equipment Operations, Levels 1-3, 4th Edition
• Welding Levels 3-4, 6th Edition
Translations
• Introduction to the Power Industry (Introducción a la industria de energía)
• Power Line Worker Level 1 (Trabajador de línea eléctrica nivel 1)
• Power Line Worker: Substation Level 2 (Trabajador de línea eléctrica: Subestación nivel 2)
• Power Line Worker: Transmission Level 2 (Trabajador de línea eléctrica: Transmisión nivel 2)
• Power Line Worker: Substation Level 3 (Trabajador de línea eléctrica: Subestación nivel 3)
• Electrical Level 1, 11th Edition (Electricidad nivel 1)
• Electrical Level 2, 11th Edition (Electricidad nivel 2)
NCCERconnect
• Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics, 2nd Edition
• Solar Photovoltaic System Installer, 2nd Edition
• Fundamentals of Crew Leadership, 4th Edition
• Welding Level 2, 6th Edition
• Plumbing Level 3, 5th Edition
For more information, visit www.nccer.org/ programs-crafts/.
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142 Target Industrial Circle Bangor, ME 04401 207/942-0177
4176 Route 417 Allegany, NY 14706 716/372-8822
720 E Franklin Street Endicott, NY 13760 607/748-3400
115 Middle Road Henrietta, NY 14467 585/334-6770
2140 Military Road Tonawanda, NY 14150 717/877-1992
6317 Thompson Road Syracuse, NY 13206 315/463-8673
912 Albany Shaker Road Latham, NY 12110 518/785-4500
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10 Fox Hollow Road Oxford, CT 06478 860/261-0730
67 McGuire Road South Windsor, CT 06074 860/761-0381
31 James P. Murphy Ind. Highway West Warwick, RI 02893 844/238-7673
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NORD’s Comprehensive Service, Support Increases System Longevity, Availability
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers a full, comprehensive range of after-sales services and support to ensure efficient performance and longevity of its products.
Services include commissioning, maintenance, spare parts management, digital solutions and more. It also provides self-service options, with FAQs addressing common inquiries via easy, 24/7 online access.
The NORD service department provides installation and commissioning assistance via phone, email, remote support or on-site support. This support is tailored to individual system requirements and includes optimization and adjustment of NORD products, laser alignment, vibration measurement, thermography, endoscopy and commissioning reports.
For electronic drive components, the basic commissioning package consists of verifying electrical installation and parameters on variable frequency drives, performing test runs for drives and backing up electronic data via NORDCON software. An advanced commissioning package also is available, which includes all basic services, plus network analysis of the voltage supply for components.
NORD works closely with its customers to find the commissioning package best suited to their project and budget needs.
Regular maintenance of drive systems ensures long service life, high system availability, plannable downtimes and calculable costs.
When a NORD technician performs maintenance on a drive, all recommended wearing parts are replaced; any damage found is noted; and on-site analysis is performed. The preventative replacement of wearing parts not only reduces the risk of unscheduled downtimes, but also reduces unnecessary wear on other parts for longer product life.
The NORD service department provides installation and commissioning assistance via phone, email, remote support or on-site support.
NORD Smart Check is a modular service package that allows customers to choose the service level that works best for their needs with basic, advanced and premium tiers available. When a NORD technician performs maintenance on a drive, all recommended wearing parts are replaced, any damage found is noted, and on-site analysis is performed. The preventative replacement of wearing parts not only reduces the risk of unscheduled downtimes, but also reduces unnecessary wear on other parts for longer product life.
After the inspection is completed, a collection of drive data and status information is provided with recommendations for action if irregularities are found. If repair is necessary, NORD has in-house repair shops at its facilities in Waunakee, Wisc., and McKinney, Texas. It also has a network of authorized service centers throughout the world for convenient local access when and where customers need it.
Once a unit is received, service technicians will diagnose the cause for faults, clean and check all components, and replace damaged wearing parts, seals, bearings and oil. After reassembly, a final assessment is performed to ensure the drive is working properly before it ships back to the customer.
Warranties for the performed work and replaced parts also are provided. If a repair is determined to be too costly, NORD will assist in ordering an exact replacement or selecting a new unit. NORD also offers spare parts for motors, gear motors and variable frequency drive components.
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These parts are stored at a central warehouse in Wisconsin as well as three other facilities across the United States for increased availability and fast delivery.
Stocked parts can often be shipped same day to minimize system downtime, and courier service is available for expedited delivery. Replacement parts also can be ordered online via the Spare Parts Shop, which offers comprehensive, unit-specific part diagrams for easy identification and ordering.
NORD’s Spare Parts Shop can reduce customer warehousing costs and provided round-the-clock access to the latest spare parts information. Mechanical failures and technical problems can occur at any time or place. To ensure breakdowns are resolved quickly with minimal loss, NORD has an emergency hotline in place for spare parts, replacement drives and technical support for its products, even without a service contract.
Known as “NORD 9-1-1”, this service provides 24/7/365 emergency breakdown assistance to get operations up and running quickly. This service can be easily accessed by calling NORD’s main phone line at 888/314-6673.
As a global manufacturer, NORD plays a large part in the transmission of energy and motion. Its system modernization support is used to update drive systems to newer technology to increase efficiency and reduce carbon footprint. As part of its NORD ECO service, NORD conducts an energy and performance analysis of the drive technology to identify ways to reduce energy requirements and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). System modernization could include switching to asynchronous or synchronous motors with higher efficiency classes (IE3/IE5+), installing sensor technology for drive monitoring, retrofitting a variable frequency drive, or replacing an existing VFD with a newer drive that has improved functionality and additional features.
For more information, call 888/314-6673 or visit www.nord.com.
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508-484-5567
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Gamka Sales Co., Inc.
983 New Durham Rd. Edison, NJ 08817
732-248-1400
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717-665-6997
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Tri-County Contractors Supply, Inc.
154 Wayside Avenue
West Springfield, MA 01089
866-925-0211 • 413-733-5189
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Williamstown, NJ 08094
856-404-9618
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swinging or sliding flood gates to create a continuous line of protection against sea level rise and the growing threat of stronger, more severe coastal storms worsened by climate change. Additionally, ESCR’s first ballfields in the new East River Park opened in September 2024 along with the new larger and more accessible Delancey Street Bridge spanning the FDR Drive.
DDC also continued work on Brooklyn Bridge-Montgomery Coastal Resiliency (BMCR), the companion project to ESCR, and will soon start Red Hook Coastal Resiliency (RHCR) in Brooklyn.
DDC continued building green infrastructure assets across the city in 2024, including 145 bioswales and over 1,300 infiltration basins. DDC began construction of 7 mi. of porous pavement along area roadways on Brooklyn to better manage stormwater and reduce flooding and sewer overflows. The agency also continued its involvement in the city’s Cloudburst Management Program and in September joined Mayor Adams as he updated New Yorkers on the city’s investments in flood preparation.
Pushing for Capital Process Reform
DDC continued to work with Mayor Adams’ Capital Process Reform Task Force to implement the Task Force’s recommendations plus those contained in DDC’s Blueprint and the city’s Build NYC Better report.
In May, DDC joined Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, Comptroller Brad Lander, members of the Task Force, labor leaders and civic and construction industry leaders as they called on state government to “Let NYC Build Better, Faster and Cheaper” using the same modern construction and contracting tools that New York State and other jurisdictions use around the country every day.
That led to November 2024, when Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation allowing DDC to use progressive design-build for future resiliency projects and Construction manager-build (CM-Build) for library and cultural institution projects. These contracting methods cut time-consuming and expensive steps out of the outdated design-bidbuild model, resulting in faster and more efficient project delivery.
Hochul also signed legislation that will allow New Yorkers to submit comments on procurements over $100,000 online as opposed to requiring an in-person hearing, saving an average of 20 days on every applicable project timeline.
While DDC rallied for capital process reform in 2024, the agency continued to make progress in its design-build program
and broke ground on the new $18.2 million Marlboro Agricultural Education Center at the NYCHA Marlboro Houses in Gravesend, Brooklyn. The agency also started its first design-build infrastructure project on Lexington Avenue in Manhattan and made plans to expand design-build to other areas including Parks restroom construction.
Promoting M/WBEs in Construction Industry
DDC remains one of the leading agencies for contract awards to M/WBEs, making significant strides in promoting diversity and inclusion within the construction industry.
In Fiscal Year 2024, DDC awarded over $461 million in contracts to Minority-and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs). DDC achieved a 24 percent utilization rate for M/WBEs on its projects, contributing to an impressive citywide utilization rate of 31 percent. It also ensured equitable distribution of opportunities across diverse ethnicities.
Black-owned businesses secured approximately 21 percent of subcontracts, Asianowned businesses 8 percent, Hispanicowned businesses 17 percent, and womenowned businesses 16 percent.
DDC actively identifies and addresses disparities among underutilized ethnicities through its Office of Diversity & Industry Relations by establishing disaggregated goals where possible.
During Small Business Month, DDC partnered with the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) to support M/WBEs and offer workshops on certifica-
tion and information on how these businesses can compete for city construction projects. DDC also held a workshop for M/WBE’s on how to compete for contracting opportunities at the Brooklyn site of the city’s massive Borough-Based Jails (BBJ) Program. The session was held in partnership with the design-build team that’s been
contracted to create the new jail. Due to its success and new State legislation, DDC’s Mentoring Program transitioned to the new Citywide Mentoring Program led by the Mayor’s Office of Minority and Women-Owned Business
see DDC page 96
DDC from page 12
DDC Commissioner Thomas Foley explains the advantages of progressive design-build and other forms of alternate project delivery on the steps of City Hall, which DDC reconstructed earlier in 2024.
The $139 million project in College Point, Queens, used micro tunneling technology to install sanitary sewers, minimizing disruption in the area.
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DEVELON to Showcase Three Machines
During World of Concrete in Las Vegas
DEVELON is returning to Las Vegas in January. The company will display three machines in its booth at World of Concrete, Jan. 21–23, 2025. The construction equipment will include a compact track loader, mini-excavator and wheel loader, plus attachments.
Scheduled to appear in the DEVELON exhibit in the Las Vegas Convention Center Central Hall (booth C5684) will be the following equipment:
• DTL35 compact track loader with a grapple and angle broom
• DX62R-7 mini-excavator with a breaker
• DL280-7 wheel loader with a 3-yard bucket
“World of Concrete attendees can get hands-on with our compact equipment, which is perfect for excavating and grading tasks in the construction industry, as well as our 3.7-cubic-yard wheel loader,” said Winta Bereket, marketing manager at DEVELON.
“The DL280-7 wheel loader will be equipped with our exclusive transparent bucket feature, and attendees can activate the safety technology from inside the machine’s cab.”
Subject matter experts from DEVELON will be on hand to provide walk-arounds and answer questions.
Since DEVELON launched the DTL35 compact track loader in summer 2024, there has been significant interest from dealers and customers in various industries. DEVELON also introduced a compact equipment attachment lineup for the new DTL35, offering more than a dozen attachments to enhance the compact track loader’s versatility.
DEVELON mini-excavators, including the reduced tail swing DX62R-7 planned for display at World of Concrete, come standard with an enclosed cab, heat and air conditioning. Operators can work in comfort from inside the cab when they’re trenching, lifting materials or performing demolition tasks.
The DL280-7 wheel loader is the ideal size for many of today’s construction projects. Small enough to work on busy job sites, the machine is capable of performing grading and loading tasks. It offers exceptional operator visibility from inside the cab, plus the standard transparent bucket feature.
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DEVELON photo DTL35 compact track loader with a grapple and angle broom
DX62R-7 mini-excavator
DEVELON photo
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AEM Offers Construction Site Safety Tips for New, Experienced Workers
Safety is the most important concern on a job site. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting your career in the construction industry, following job site safety protocols is essential to protect yourself and your coworkers from accidents and injuries. With proper awareness, training and daily vigilance, everyone can contribute to a safer work environment.
Here are important safety tips for both new and experienced construction workers.
Always Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Proper PPE is your first line of defense against hazards on a construction site. For new workers, getting used to PPE might take some time, but it’s non-negotiable.
• Hard Hats: Protect your head from falling objects or debris.
• High-Visibility Clothing: Ensures you’re visible, especially around machinery.
• Steel-Toed Boots: Protect your feet from falling tools or heavy equipment.
• Gloves and Eye Protection: Prevent hand injuries and safeguard your eyes from flying debris.
• Hearing Protection: Essential when working around loud machinery like jackhammers or saws.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: Make sure PPE is inspected regularly for wear and tear, and replace damaged gear immediately.
Be Aware of Your Surroundings
New workers should take the time to familiarize themselves with the job site layout, especially hazards like uneven surfaces, holes or overhead work. For experienced workers, it’s crucial not to become complacent.
• Identify high-risk areas such as trenches, scaffolding and equipment zones.
• Use spotters and clear signals when working near vehicles or machinery.
• Maintain safe distances from equipment in operation.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: Situational awareness is key. Always look up, down and around when moving through the job site.
Follow Proper Lifting Techniques
Back and muscle injuries are common in construction. Both new and experienced workers can suffer if lifting techniques aren’t followed correctly.
• Lift with your legs, not your back.
• Avoid twisting while lifting; turn your whole body.
• Team up or use equipment like forklifts or hoists for heavy loads.
• Take breaks when needed to prevent overexertion.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: For heavy or awkward objects, it’s better to ask for help than risk an injury.
Keep Tools, Equipment in Top Condition
Improperly maintained tools are a safety risk for everyone
on site. New workers should learn the proper use of all tools, while experienced workers must ensure tools are regularly inspected.
• Check power tools for frayed cords, damaged parts or malfunctioning triggers.
• Keep hand tools clean and well-maintained.
• Store tools properly to prevent tripping hazards.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: Never override safety features or operate equipment without training and certification.
Understand Fall Protection Protocols
Falls remain one of the leading causes of injury and death on construction sites. New workers must learn fall protection systems, while experienced workers should reinforce these practices daily.
• Use safety nets and personal fall arrest systems when working off the ground.
• Inspect harnesses, lanyards and anchor points before use.
• Ensure ladders and scaffolding are secured and set up correctly.
• Avoid working at heights during extreme weather conditions.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: Fall protection isn’t just for high-rise work — it applies to any elevated surface, including roofs and platforms.
Stay Hydrated, Take Breaks
Construction work is physically demanding, and fatigue or dehydration can compromise safety.
• Drink water regularly, especially during hot weather or strenuous tasks.
• Take scheduled breaks to rest and recover.
• Know the signs of heat exhaustion, like dizziness, headaches or rapid pulse.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: Set an example by prioritizing hydration and encouraging breaks among new team members.
Communicate, Report Hazards
Open communication is essential for identifying and addressing safety risks.
• New and experienced workers alike should never hesitate to ask questions or report unsafe conditions.
• Use radios, hand signals or other site-approved communication methods to stay in touch with team members.
• Report near misses or accidents immediately so hazards can be mitigated.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: A strong safety culture starts with teamwork — everyone’s voice matters when it comes to safety.
Attend Safety Training, Toolbox Talks
Regular safety training sessions keep workers up to date with new protocols and reinforce critical safety habits.
• New workers should actively participate in onboarding see TIPS page 102
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Chappell Tractor
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Werk-Brau to Host Annual Women in Construction Event
Werk-Brau photo The two-day program will draw women of all ages, backgrounds and experiences, to harness their power and redefine the industry's landscape.
Werk-Brau, a manufacturer of buckets, thumbs, couplers and attachments for excavators and loaders, will host the second annual Women in Construction Summit at its Findlay, Ohio, headquarters through two sessions, on Feb. 18-19, and Feb. 19-20.
This transformative two-day program will draw women of all ages, backgrounds and experiences, to harness their power and redefine the industry’s landscape. In addition to nationally renowned speakers Ally Jencson, Missy Scherber, Amber Wolfram, Anne Pfleger, Sara Best and Andi Wright, there will be networking opportunities, thought-provoking panel discussions and interactive breakout sessions tailored to address the challenges and opportunities within an industry traditionally populated by men.
Attendees can discover how their contributions can further shape and redefine the future of the field, acquire a competitive edge by staying a step ahead of the curve, and gain knowledge and confidence to take on any challenge.
Werk-Brau has long been committed to promoting and advancing opportunities for women within the construction industry.
“Advocating for Women in Construction aligns with Werk-Brau’s core values of building better lives. We’re dedicated to the principle that ‘everybody matters’ and we always strive to ‘do the right thing,” said National Sales Manager Dale DeWeese. “We’re excited to host this important event and are eager to welcome those who are already working within the industry as well as those who are exploring its possibilities.”
For more information or to register visit, https://werkbrau.com/women-in-construction-summit-2025/.
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Water Infrastructure Upgrades Part of $97M W.Va. Investment
UPGRADES from page 34
city’s water treatment plant, which got under way earlier this year.
“The second phase was always supposed to be distribution,” he added.
Weirton’s recent issues have resulted from 51 different line breaks occurring just since Thanksgiving, according to Mastrantoni, along with challenges in restoring service levels in a timely manner.
A ceremonial groundbreaking took place in August for the treatment plant project, which is slated to cost $44 million and fulfill the city’s goal of doubling the facility’s treatment capacity from its current 4 million gal. of water per day to 8 million gal. of water.
“It’s like building a house,” City Manager Mike Adams said in speaking with the Weirton news source. “You have to build a foundation first.”
The funding sources for the new water treatment plant included $22.47 million in federal spending channeled through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a $14.7 million loan from the West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development
Council (IJDC), a $5.6 million match from the West Virginia Governor’s Office, $1 million from the West Virginia Water Development Authority, $200,000 from the Weirton Council, $100,000 from the city’s Water Board and $165,000 from the IJDC Overrun Program.
Construction of the treatment plant expansion is slated for completion in March 2026.
In addition, in September 2023, the Water Board launched a five-year program aimed at replacing much of Weirton’s 2-in. water lines. At the time, the board set aside $125,000, with additional funds to be designated each year.
According to Mastrantoni, in the 2024 calendar year, the Water Board was able to use those funds to replace 2-in. galvanized lines on five city streets.
Officials noted such issues with line breaks are not uncommon in the Ohio River Valley, with several communities experiencing similar problems as a result of the age of the lines used in their distribution.
“We’re all about the same age and have the same problems,” Adams told the Daily Times.
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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
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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. ITEMS REQUIRED 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
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ABC: Nonresidential Spending Dips in Nov., Flat Year Over Year
National nonresidential construction spending declined 0.1 percent in November, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau.
On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.234 trillion. On a year-over-year basis, nonresidential construction spending is up 2.8 percent, approximately flat in inflation-adjusted terms.
Spending was down on a monthly basis in 8 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending was unchanged, while public nonresidential construction spending was down 0.2 percent in November.
“Contractor confidence surged post-election,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “Many contractors expect a combination of deregulation and tax cuts to support greater activity and profitability going forward, including substantial investment in traditional energy sectors and manufacturing. Still, there are reasons for concern.
“Nonresidential construction spending momentum has all but disappeared, despite an ongoing boom in data center construction (up 43 percent year over year), largely because project financing costs remain elevated,” said Basu. “With inflation remaining stubbornly high and potentially accelerating going forward, interest rates stand to stay higher for longer.
“Prospective tariff increases threaten to push construction materials prices higher, and shifting immigration policies could expand future worker shortages. Only time will tell whether the recent upswing in optimism will prove justified.”
For more information, visit www.abc.org.
1. LIVE: Wednesday, January 15: HOUSTON, TEXAS: 2 Auctions in 1 Day. Major Cat Job Completion, Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support, Trucks and Trailers. HIGHLIGHTS: Very Late Model John Deere & Cat Construction, Agricultural, Utility Equipment. (2)Unused Bell B45 Articulated Haul Trucks, 2021 Cat 320, (2)2023 JD 210G, 2023 JD 160P, (2)2023 JD 135G, JD 644P, JD 544P, (3)2020 JLG 1255, Telescopic Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickups, Buckets, Attachments, New Support
2. LIVE: Wednesday, January 22: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, Komatsu, John Deere, Bomag, Hamm Construction & Asphalt Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support Equipment.
4-14. 32ND ANNUAL LIVE & TIMED FLORIDA AUCTION: Friday, January 31 to Monday, February 10: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Unbelieveable! By Popular Demand this Sale will be 11 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.
15. LIVE: Friday, March 7: COBLESKILL, NEW YORK: Very Large Job Completion of Primarily Cat Equipment, Mack Truck Tractors, Mack Dump Trucks, Asphalt Equipment, Support & Attachments.
16. TIMED: Closes- Saturday, March 8, Opens- Friday, February 28: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Rental Fleet Construction, Aggregate, Asphalt Equipment Auction. All Types of Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support and New Tools and Several Collectibles.
17. LIVE: Tuesday, March 11: DALLAS, TEXAS: Large Late Model Cat, John Deere, Linkbelt, Bomag, Kubota Rental Fleet Equipment, All Types of Trucks, Trailers, Support and Attachments. HIGHLIGHTS: Cat Articulated Haul Trucks, Large Quantity John Deere Excavators and Crawler Tractors, Cat Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Service and Pickup Trucks.
18. LIVE: Thursday, March 13: ELKO, NEVADA: Late Model Large Mining and Construction Equipment & Truck Auction. HIGHLIGHTS: Cat 992K, Cat 992D, Cat 992B, Cat 988K, Cat 980K, Cat 980H, Cat 930H, (2)Cat 773B Water Truck, Cat TL1255, Cat D10R, (2)Cat D9T, (2)Cat D8T, (2)Cat D6T, (2)Cat 16M, Cat 16H, Cat 16G, (2)Komatsu HD 785-5, (2)Cat 777G, Cat 775D, (2)Cat 773F, Cat 773E Cat 773D, (4)Cat 740B, Cat 385CL, (2)Cat 336F, Cat 631E, Grove and Linkbelt Cranes, Truck Tractors, Equipment Trailers, Attachments and Support.
19. LIVE: Saturday, March 15: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Late Model Construction Equipment & Utility Equipment Aerial Lifts, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, New Trailers, Trucks.
20. LIVE: Friday, March 21: RAYNHAM, MASSACHUSETTS: Large Quantity of Late Model Reefer Trucks, Van Trucks, Truck Tractors, Service & Pickup Trucks, Light Construction Equipment, Support & Attachments.
21. LIVE: Saturday, March 22: MIDDLETOWN, NEW YORK: Cat, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service and Pickup Trucks, New Attachments, Support Equipment.
22. TIMED: Closes- Monday, March 24, Opens- Friday, March 14: TORONTO, CANADA: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Forklifts, Aerial Lifts, Backhoes, Skid Steers, Utility Equipment, Air Compressors, Welders, Generators, Attachments and more.
23-26. LIVE: Thursday, March 27, Friday, March 28, Saturday, March 29, TIMED: Closes- Sunday, March 30:, Opens- Thursday, March 20: 4-DAY ANNUAL ATLANTIC CITY CONTRACTORS AUCTION: Only the Best Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Utility Equipment, All Kinds of Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, VariousTrucks, Trailers, Large Quantity Support and Accessories.
27. LIVE: Friday, April 4: BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS: Retirement-Over 50 Years in Business. Construction Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service, Utility & Pickup Trucks, Parts, All Types of Trailers.
28. LIVE: Friday, April 18: NORTH HAVEN, CONNECTICUT: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction & Utility Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service & Utility Trucks, All Types of Trailers, Large Quantity Support Equipment, New Buckets.
29. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, April 24, Opens- Thursday, April 10: CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA: Construction, Aggregate, Utility Equipment, All Types of Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.
30. LIVE: Sunday, May 11: ROCHESTER, NEW YORK: Unbelievable One Owner Car Collection. Only The Very Best. 38 Years of Collecting. Health Reasons Make This a One-of-A-Kind Collection - As Good As It Gets!
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
31. LIVE: MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Job Completion of Late Model Construction & Aggregate Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickup & Service Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
32. LIVE: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: It's Big! Complete Liquidation. Very Large Amount of Truck Tractors, Trailers and more.
33. LIVE: SARDIS, OHIO: Very Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Forklifts, Aerial Lifts, Support, Attachments, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service, Utility & Pickup Trucks, Trailers.
34. LIVE: ACME, PENNSYLVANIA: Rentals, Rentals. Construction, Agricultural and Utility Equipment, All Types of Trucks & Trailers, Attachments and Support.
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DDC Earns Multiple Engineering Excellence Awards in ’24
Enterprises in 2024. Eight M/WBE construction firms from DDC’s Mentoring Program inaugural group were previously awarded subcontracts on a variety of city projects. The Mentoring Program contributes to the growth of minority and women-owned businesses as well as small businesses, which in return drive the city’s economy and stimulate local communities.
Continuing Strong Community Outreach
DDC’s Office of Community Outreach and Notification continued its robust communication with the public, community boards and other stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of DDC projects.
DDC’s work in the five boroughs is supported by the Community Construction Liaison (CCL) program, which places on-the-ground liaisons within communities to actively communicate project updates to residents and business owners. CCLs go door-todoor to update community members about the impacts of construction and work to mitigate those impacts in coordination with the construction team and contractor.
In 2024, OCON handled over 700 inquiries from across the city, more than half of them were from residents and civic associations reaching out regarding projects in their neighborhoods.
Building DDC Team, Mentoring City Students
In 2024, while continuing an expanded program of recruiting, hiring fairs and career days, DDC hired 177 employees through an expedited process. The agency continued to support 17 employee led clubs and eight cultural enrichment groups to foster a sense of community and engagement.
DDC continued its staff training by providing professional development trainings, construction safety trainings and continuing education trainings. DDC hosted 11 “Lessons Learned” tours this year for staff.
Additionally, DDC staff, along with NYC School Construction Authority (SCA) worked with city high schoolers through the ACE Mentor Program of Greater NY. The students’ proposal for a new Olympic Stadium in Paris, France, category won first place in the prestigious CIRT national design and construction competition in the category of “Olympic Stadium/Iconic Structure.”
KeepingSitesConstruction Safe
Every DDC project has an approved Site Safety Plan filed with DDC’s Safety and Site Support Division and every project is inspected regularly by the division. In 2024, as in past years, any accidents at DDC construction sites were investigated to determine the cause and implement corrective actions.
DDC’s “Environmental Outreach Program” launched in 2024 was modeled after the “Safety Outreach Program” launched in 2023 with regular recurring visits to contractors to build environmental regulations awareness. In addition, the new Environmental Code Compliance Unit conducts daily environmental audits of active construction sites.
In April 2024, DDC joined DOT and DEP for a Work Zone Awareness campaign, calling on New Yorkers to slow down and protect the safety of road crews.
Receiving Recognition for DDC Projects
DDC received its share of awards in 2024 for multiple innovative projects across the city. DDC received 11 Engineering Excellence Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC New York) for capital projects in Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens, including top Diamond Awards for Project Area 2 of ESCR and the new NYPD 116th Precinct in Queens.
DDC was recognized as 2024 INSPIRED Owner of the Year by the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) for the agency’s successful design-build pilot program. The city’s first-ever design-build project, the
Queens Garage and Community Space in Kew Gardens, part of the BoroughBased Jails Program, also received the DBIA’s National Award of Merit and National Award of Excellence as the best project in the country in the category of federal/state/county/municipal facilities. The sustainable and modern multi-use building and space, which was completed less than half the time required under lowest bidder contracting while saving $12.9 million, also received “Project of the Year” Award from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).
The Public Design Commission gave DDC 11 awards for project designs that were innovate, sustainable and community-centered. Bronx River Greenway/Starlight Park, a formerly paved, industrial property that has been transformed into a public park and vast greenspace with greenway connections in the Bronx, won the top award in the 2024 AIANY + ASLANY Transportation + Infrastructure Design Excellence Awards in the category of Open Space.
The new Far Rockaway Library was named the city’s “Best New Building” by the Municipal Art Society of New York in its 2024 MASterworks Awards.
DDC staff also received individual awards including the prestigious Sloan Public Service Award, which was presented to Director Jade Bailey in the agency’s design-build program. Individual DDC staff also were recognized by groups including the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) and Municipal Engineers of the City of New York (MENY).
For more information, visit nyc.gov/ddc. (All photos courtesy of NYCDDC.)
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DDC staff conducting environmental audits at the ESCR construction site. These in-person reviews focus on the health and safety of both the community and the physical environment.
CCLs are on the ground during construction projects and keep residents and business owners updated, providing general information and handling concerns from the public, as well as weekly bulletins.
The new 116th Precinct in Queens received the top Diamond Award from ACEC New York Engineering Excellence Awards.
Equipment Corporation of America Promotes Schell, Sigmund, McNeill
Equipment Corporation of America (ECA) announced three strategic promotions that reflect its
continued commitment to excellence in the foundation construction industry.
Effective immediately, Dave Schell, Steve Sigmund and Caleb McNeill will assume new leadership roles, strengthening ECA’s position as a trusted leader in the field.
Dave Schell — Washington D.C. Branch Manager
After two decades of loyalty to ECA, Dave Schell has been promoted to Washington, D.C., branch manager.
A second-generation ECA team member, Schell began his journey as a service technician in 2003. Over the years, he advanced through roles in parts and service management and most recently served as a Mid-Atlantic account manager, excelling in sales and customer relationship building.
As branch manager, Schell will oversee sales and operations at the
Washington, D.C., branch, including customer relations, safety, property management and financial functions. His leadership builds on a legacy of excellence established by his father, Pete Schell, who retired as vice president of the same branch after 37 years back in 2013.
Steve Sigmund — Philadelphia Branch Manager
Steve Sigmund has been promoted to Philadelphia branch manager, bringing a wealth of experience in equipment rental and sales along with him.
Since joining ECA in 2016 as an account manager, Sigmund has demonstrated exceptional sales performance, leadership and problem-solving skills.
In his new role, Sigmund will take on full responsibility for the Philadelphia branch’s sales, operations and customer service. His focus will include building customer relationships,
ensuring safety and operational excellence, and managing financial reporting at the branch level.
Caleb McNeill — Account Manager
Caleb McNeill has been promoted from his role as a product support sales representative to account manager of the ECA Jacksonville branch.
Prior to coming to ECA in 2023, McNeill was a drilling equipment specialist and account manager for a heavy equipment company in Florida for several years. McNeill will bring years of experience in the drilling industry to the account manager role as he will oversee the sales efforts across Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama. His enthusiasm and drive to help our customers succeed will be a boon to the ECA operations across his territory.
For more information, visit www.ecanet.com. (All photos courtesy of ECA.)
Dave Schell
Caleb McNeill
Steve Sigmund
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Construction Site Safety Relies On Vigilance, Communication
safety training.
• Experienced workers should lead by example during toolbox talks and help mentor newer team members.
• Stay informed about OSHA guidelines, first aid procedures and emergency plans.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: Safety is a skill that needs continuous improvement, no matter how long you’ve been in the industry.
Practice Proper Housekeeping
Cleanliness is safety. Clutter can lead to trips, falls or other accidents.
• Store tools and equipment in their appropriate areas when not in use.
• Keep walkways, exits and work areas free of debris.
• Clean up spills immediately to prevent slip hazards.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: New and experienced workers alike are responsible for maintaining a tidy work environment.
Know Emergency Procedures
Every worker on-site — regardless of experience level — must know what to do in case of an emergency.
• Locate fire extinguishers, first aid kits and emergency exits.
• Understand evacuation routes and assembly points.
• Participate in emergency drills to ensure readiness.
Pro Tip for Experienced Workers: Quick responses during emergencies save lives. Knowing the plan can make all the difference.
Construction safety is a shared responsibility that relies on vigilance, communication and ongoing education. New workers must absorb safety protocols early and ask questions to build confidence. Experienced workers must set an example, mentor others and remain vigilant against complacency.
By following these tips, workers of all experience levels can help create a safer job site for everyone.
