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Mosites Modernizes Tuscarora Tunnels

By Brenda Ruggiero CEG CORRESPONDENT

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is nearing the end of a

project to improve both the eastbound and westbound tubes of the Tuscarora Tunnel.

The tunnel is located on the PA Turnpike Mainline (I-76) between mileposts 186 and 187 between the Fort Littleton Interchange (Exit 180) and the Willow Hill Interchange (Exit 189) on the

Huntingdon/Franklin County line. This is approximately 40 mi. west of Carlisle.

According to the commission, the project is needed to improve and modernize the tunnels and to maintain safety for workers and travelers.

Project notice to proceed was

given on July 31, 2019, and the current contract completion date was Jan. 18, 2024. The original contract amount of $109,977,777 was increased to the current amount of $118,685,857.

The prime contractor is Mosites Construction Company of

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The Waterfront Alliance announced that the South Battery Park City Resiliency Project has become the 13th project nationally to achieve WEDG (Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines) Verification.

12 NEWARK LIBERTY AIRPORT TO BUILD $570M CABLE CAR SYSTEM

The almost 28-year-old monorail system that will soon exceed its useful life is to be replaced with a modern cable car system.

12 U.S. MILITARY TO BUILD NEW $30.5M LAB AT DOVER AFB

When complete, Dover Air Force Base (DAFB) in Delaware is set to become the new site of the Armed Services Whole Blood Processing Laboratory-East (ASWBPL-East) facility.

USPS SPECTACULAR BRIDGES STAMPS HIGHLIGHT CONSTRUCTION

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has shown a spotlight on the architectural design and engineering feats of spectacular bridges with the release of four new Presorted First-Class Mail stamps.

22 NEW $300M PA. STATE POLICE ACADEMY BEGINS CONSTRUCTION

A new and ultramodern Pennsylvania State Police Academy began construction in Hershey Dec. 18 following a ceremonial groundbreaking attended by Gov. Josh Shapiro and other state and law enforcement officials.

24 AED GATHERS IN LAS VEGAS FOR ITS ANNUAL SUMMIT/CONDEX

The Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) convened for the group’s annual summit/CONDEX at the Mirage in Las Vegas Jan. 16 to 18, 2024.

34 ASTEC INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES BEST LINE EQUIPMENT AS DEALER FOR WESTERN PA.

Best Line Equipment, a leader in equipment sales, service and rentals, announced a strategic partnership with Astec Industries, a global pioneer in the manufacture of equipment from rock to road.

34 LICA TO HOST ITS FIRST WATER MANAGEMENT FORUM AT ST. JOSEPH’S COLLEGE IN IND.

The inaugural LICA Water Management Forum will take place at the historic St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Ind., on June 13 and 14, 2024, bringing together water management professionals, contractors, farmers, government officials and educators.

38 WASHINGTON’S METRO HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL PROJECT BEGINS

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, better known as the Metro, held a groundbreaking Jan. 8 for a new high-rise residential building being constructed at the North Bethesda Metro Station.

42 AMH CALLS FOR IMPROVED SAFETY IN NON-STANDARD LIFTS

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South Battery Park City Resiliency Project Earns Honor

The Waterfront Alliance announced that the South Battery Park City Resiliency Project has become the 13th project nationally to achieve WEDG (Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines) Verification.

The gold standard for waterfront design, WEDG is an awardwinning national rating system and set of guidelines for resilient, ecological and accessible waterfront design.

The South Battery Park City Resiliency Project is a key component of the Lower Manhattan Coastal Resiliency Master Plan and vital link to protect an area spanning the Museum of Jewish Heritage, Wagner Park and Pier A Plaza, as well as the adjacent Battery Park City and other portions of Lower Manhattan.

Together, the Battery Park City Authority and AECOM’s design team developed a plan to strategically incorporate resilience features into the site that will make it resilient against sea-level rise, coastal flooding, storm surge, increased precipitation and other intensifying climate change impacts.

The transformation of Wagner Park will create an enhanced and cohesive experience for park users. A network of planters, stepped benches and winding pathways through native planting areas will conceal the site’s seawall and resilience infrastructure. A 10-ft. increase in the elevation of much of Wagner Park will provide resilience against the 2050s 100-year storm and facilitate commanding views of New York Harbor. Today’s existing barren stone riprap along Pier A Inlet will be replaced with new habitat space consisting of plantings on stepped terraces that will attract marine life. Park users can engage with the habitat space via an overlook, which also will serve as a passive educational zone.

“This project is a stellar model in how projects can adeptly incorporate resilience features into the design of waterfront spaces,” said Waterfront Alliance President and CEO Cortney Koenig Worrall.

“We applaud the Battery Park City Authority and the project team’s achievement of WEDG Verification and commitment to the rigorous standards. Because of the South Battery Park City Resiliency Project, Lower Manhattan is that much stronger against ever evolving climate change risks.”

Throughout the design process, the project team purposefully integrated access and feedback from stakeholder engagement into the plan for the park. Discussions with residents and other stakeholders changed the scale of the lawn, created safety enhancements and a realigned bikeway, and spurred additional community space. The team also incorporated universal access throughout the site, which will enable all park users to access the site equally, despite the significant elevation changes that sea-level rise protection requires.

At the project’s completion, park users will find a more resilient, accessible and ecological site, while still enjoying views of one of the world’s most iconic waterfront views.

WEDG Verification is only awarded for projects that successfully pass a technical review of the project’s design against the WEDG standards. External specialists in engineering, architecture and landscape architecture determined that the project exceeded the requirements for WEDG Verification, earning 125 out of 215 possible points in the standard (115 are needed to pass). Battery Park City Authority incorporated WEDG into its Request for Proposals for the North/West Battery Park City Resiliency Project and its Battery Park City Green Guidelines.

“In Battery Park City, with the urgency and care the moment demands, we’re adapting our waterfront to address climate change and simultaneously creating an even more beautiful and accessible park space for our residents and visitors,” said Battery Park City Authority President and CEO Raju Mann.

“We are honored to attain WEDG Verification from the Waterfront Alliance, an organization that has helped shape the New York City’s waterfront. The South Battery Park City Resiliency Project, including the redesigned and revitalized Wagner Park, will set the new standard for waterfront design excellence, flood protection and functionality for the next generation of New Yorkers.”

“We are incredibly honored and excited to achieve WEDG verification for Wagner Park as part of the South Battery Park City Resiliency Project. This recognition underscores our commitment to a resilient, enjoyable and sustainable waterfront in Lower Manhattan,” said AECOM’s design lead for Landscape and Urban Design, Gonzalo Cruz.

“Wagner Park and the surrounding areas are being transformed to integrate flood risk reduction, improve continuous public waterfront access, and enhance natural ecosystems. Receiving WEDG Verification is a testament to the collaborative and multidisciplinary approach undertaken by the entire project team.”

“We reviewed a wide variety of available third-party benchmarking systems to identify a certification that aligned

with the ambitious goals of the project. WEDG was a clear choice to ensure forward thinking coastal risk reduction strategies went hand in hand with plentiful safe, open and accessible public space along the edge of lower Manhattan,” said Atelier Ten’s senior environmental designer, Nikita Jathan.

“The South Battery Park City Resiliency Project is an immensely important undertaking to protect Lower Manhattan from climate change induced sea-level rise at one of its lowest elevations,” said the Manhattan Community Board 1 Chair, Tammy Meltzer. “It also acts as a beacon for the future of resilient design. Congratulations to the project team for this recognition; Community Board 1 looks forward to continued collaboration to help make the entire Lower Manhattan Resiliency Master Plan a resounding success.”

Waterfront Alliance applauds Battery Park City Authority and AECOM’s achievement in the redesign of Wagner Park. The project team includes:

• AECOM NYC Landscape Studio: Landscape Architecture and Public Realm Design Lead

• AECOM Engineering: Civil, Structural & Marine Structural Engineering, Coastal Modeling, Interior Drainage, Permitting, FEMA Compliance

• Arch Street Communications: Community Engagement

• Atelier Ten: Sustainability Certification

• Magnusson Klemencic Associates: Civil Engineering

• Milhouse Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing

• Nautilus International Development Consulting: Urban Design, Sustainability

• Noel: Permit Expediting

• Oweis Engineering Inc: Geotechnical Engineer

• SiteWorks: Landscape Architect of Record

• Thomas Phifer and Partners: Pavilion Design

• Tillotson Design Associates: Lighting Design For more information, visit waterfrontalliance.org. 

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U.S. Military to Build New $30.5M Lab at Dover AFB

Dover Air Force Base (DAFB) in Delaware is set to become the new site of the Armed Services Whole Blood Processing Laboratory-East (ASWBPL-East) facility.

Delaware Business Times reported Jan. 9 that the $30.5 million project will replace the 1955 building currently at the base, expand its square footage and make refrigerator and freezer upgrades to store blood properly and safely.

The funding for the new lab was a part of the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which received bipartisan support in Congress and was signed into law by President Biden on Dec. 22. In total, the NDAA authorized a record $886 billion in annual military spending, along with a 5.2 percent pay raise for military servicemembers and the Department of Defense’s (DOD) civilian workforce.

“Dover Air Force Base has long been a premier military installation bolstering the readiness of our armed forces,” said U.S. Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del. “Today, with the funding authorization of the Armed Services Whole Blood Processing Laboratory-East facility, DAFB will continue to lead the way in supporting the mission of those in uniform.”

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The funding for the new lab was a part of the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which received bipartisan support in Congress and was signed into law by President Biden on Dec. 22.

facilities and Veterans Affairs medical centers.

“The 2024 NDAA takes meaningful steps to ensure America’s armed forces are prepared for a changing world, and it supports our national security, servicemembers, and veterans,” Delaware’s U.S. Sen. Chris Coons said in a statement. “I am particularly proud of the investment in a new ASWBPLEast facility at Dover Air Force Base, which will make it easier and more efficient for the blood products that travel through Delaware to reach servicemembers around the world.”

Delaware, it will replace the current East Coast facility at Joint Base McGuire-DixLakehurst in New Jersey. It will become one of only two such centers maintained by DOD in the United States; the other is located at Travis Air Force Base in California.

Captain Leslie Riggs, division chief of the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP), told Delaware Business Times that DAFB was selected for the new facility due to its military flight line.

“I am looking forward to the capabilities this is going to bring us,” he said. “As facilities age, and as requirements have grown

over the years, you need a little more square footage and … more refrigerators and freezers.”

Riggs estimates the new facility will break ground in 2026.

Lab to Supply Blood for Domestic, Overseas Needs

From its new home at Dover Air Force Base, the ASWBPL-East facility will be the primary processing and distribution center for blood products to support the Central, European, and Africa combatant commands in addition to military medical treatment

Established in 1952, the ASBP functions like the American Red Cross and has more than 150 locations. As the U.S. military’s official blood program, it provides blood products for deployment on the front lines and overseas operations, supplies lifesaving transfusion products on the battlefield and in treatment off the frontlines.

Additionally, as a joint operation among the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, the ASBP:

• Provides quality blood products for service members, veterans and their families in both peace and war.

• Collects, processes, stores, distributes and transfuses blood worldwide.

• Works closely with its civilian counterparts in times of need. 

Newark Liberty Airport to Build $570M Cable Car System

After several years of fits and starts, plans to construct a new AirTrain system for Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey are moving ahead — with a twist.

The almost 28-year-old monorail system that will soon exceed its useful life is to be replaced with a modern cable car system, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced in December.

“It’s a very reliable system based on the centralized propulsion design and proven service in severe weather,” explained James Heitmann, the Port Authority’s chief operating officer. “It also brings superior customer experience by way of enhanced dynamic digital signage.”

Plus, it is much cheaper than original estimates of $2 billion or more to replace the system, NorthJersey.com reported Dec. 28.

The contract awarded to Austrian-based Doppelmayr Group was for $570 million to design and construct the 2.5-mi. automated people-mover system through Newark Liberty, which has a new Terminal A, a new Terminal B in the design phase, and a comprehensive plan being developed for a renovation of the entire complex in Newark and Elizabeth.

Additionally, the contract between the

Port Authority and Doppelmayr includes options, at a value of $385 million in net present value, to operate and maintain the system for 20 years.

After 2025 Start, Construction to Last Four Years

Plans call for major construction on the cable car system to begin in the spring of 2025, with the people mover likely becoming fully operational in 2029. It will be built next to the current AirTrain at the northern New Jersey airport, which will stay in operation throughout construction.

Doppelmayr is known for building cable systems for gondolas, ski lifts and airport trams, including BART’s airport connector in San Francisco and the DART connector to London’s Luton Airport. The proposed Newark system is expected to eclipse the customer use at both of those airports.

Currently, Newark’s AirTrain shuttles an average of 33,000 passengers a day. In contrast, the Doppelmayr system in San Francisco transported an average of 3,300 people a day after its first year in service, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.

On its opening day, the new Newark system will be designed to carry double the capacity of the current system using five-car trains and over time will be capable of expanding by 40 percent.

High Costs Led to More Innovative Design

Getting to this point, however, has been a challenge, according to NorthJersey.com.

Gov. Phil Murphy called on the Port

Plans call for major construction on the cable car system to begin in the spring of 2025, with the people mover likely becoming fully operational in 2029.

Authority to replace Newark’s AirTrain in 2019 because of its age and frequent breakdowns, saying it would cost the bistate agency $400 million over a decade to keep repairing it.

At that time, the replacement effort was estimated to cost around $2 billion. When the bids came back in 2022, Port Authority board Chair Kevin O’Toole said, “The numbers came back, for a variety of reasons, higher than anticipated. We’re working internally to see what we can do to make it a more competitive bid.”

In addition to seeking a more innovative approach, the agency opted to break up the bid package and spread out the risk. The new request for proposal was issued earlier this year. Three firms were short-listed, and ultimately Doppelmayr was chosen for providing the “best value” and because it earned “highest technical rating,” Heitmann said.

O’Toole thanked his employees for their hard work in getting the proposal to this point.

“This is a huge deal for the port, [and a] huge deal for the AirTrain project that has been hanging out there for a while,” he said. 

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The Arrigoni Bridge connecting Middletown and Portland, Conn., is a 1,200-ft.-long steel through arch bridge that carries Routes 66 and 17 across the Connecticut River. At $3.5 million, it was the most expensive bridge in the state when it opened in 1938.

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The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge is a 3,000-ft.-long, S-curved bridge — a $22 million project, which opened late in 2008. It is one of the longest pedestrian bridges ever to be built, allowing travel over the Missouri River. Part of former U.S. Sen. Bob Kerrey’s “Back-to-the-River” efforts, it connects the Port of Omaha’s Miller Landing to One Renaissance Center in Council Bluffs.

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USPS Spectacular Bridges Stamps Highlight Construction

By Ruksana Hussain CEG CORRESPONDENT

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has shown a spotlight on the architectural design and engineering feats of some of the spectacular bridges that have been connecting people and places across the country for years with the release of four new Presorted First-Class Mail stamps. Ethel Kessler, an art director of USPS, used existing photographs to design these stamps, which include the multispan steel through arch Arrigoni Bridge connecting the Connecticut municipalities of Middletown and Portland; the S-curved cable-stayed Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge between Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Omaha, Neb.; the steel truss Skydance Bridge topped by a public sculpture in Oklahoma City; and the basket-handle twin arch Iowa-Illinois Memorial Bridge connecting Bettendorf, Iowa, and Moline, Ill. The bridges were completed between 1938 and 2022 and chosen for being important landmarks in their communities.

“We’re always looking for imaging or sets of stamps that can work. My first job was for an architectural firm and so I am not just sensitive to but enamoured with construction architecture and grand structures,” said Kessler. “Nobody gave me the assignment of doing bridges, it’s been something that I’ve had in my ‘way back burner folder’ for a long time and then it seemed like there was a need for this calibre of stamp.”

Kessler, who has worked at the USPS for more than 25 years, presented 10 different images from a range of places in the country, each bridge offering something unique. Four were finalized. Presorted First-Class Mail stamps are used for bulk business mailers

and must be used with a permit. They’re only sold in self-adhesive rolls of 3,000 and 10,000.

Arrigoni Bridge

The Arrigoni Bridge connecting Middletown and Portland, Conn., (photographed by Joe Gowac) also is known as the Portland Bridge. The 1,200-ft.-long steel through arch bridge carries Routes 66 and 17 across the Connecticut River. It features two 600-ft. steel arches which have the longest span length of any bridge in that state. At $3.5 million, it was the most expensive bridge in the state when it opened in 1938.

The bridge underwent safety and pedestrian improvements from 2020 to 2022, which involved new sidewalks; improvements to bridge approaches on both sides; replacing of the bridge deck and bearings; painting; steel and concrete repairs; and other structural upgrades to increase the bridge’s lifespan.

Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge

The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge (photographed by Kyle Henderson) is a 3,000-ft.long, S-curved bridge — a $22 million project which opened late in 2008. It is one of the longest pedestrian bridges ever to be built, allowing travel over the Missouri River. Part of former U.S. Sen. Bob Kerrey’s “Back-tothe-River” efforts, it connects the Port of Omaha’s Miller Landing to One Renaissance Center in Council Bluffs.

The cable-stayed bridge looks like giant sails, standing at 52 ft. above the river and due to the 200-ft.-high single-tower pylons on either side. Dramatic lighting only adds to the visual appeal. The bridge deck has an unobstructed width of 15-ft. over the entire length of the bridge.

Skydance Bridge

The Skydance Bridge in Oklahoma City (photographed by Christina Woods) is inspired by Oklahoma’s state bird, the scissor-tailed flycatcher, and soars over Interstate 40. This is a 380-ft.-long pedestrian bridge with a 197-ft.-tall sculpture.

The bridge opened in 2012, connects upper and lower Scissortail Park, and cost $5.8 million. It was named as one of the nation’s top 50 public arts projects by The Oklahoman at that time. The design was the winning entry in a national competition hosted by Oklahoma City. It has a steel hybrid structure with a vertically cantilevered tricord truss and simple span truss bridge as well as durable and recycled construction materials.

“It is an honor for Oklahoma City, and Skydance Bridge, to be represented on this historic U.S. postage stamp commemorating this iconic landmark,” said Shannon Cox, Public Works Public Information Officer.

Iowa-Illinois Memorial Bridge

The $1 billion basket-handle twin arch Iowa-Illinois Memorial Bridge connecting Bettendorf, Iowa, and Moline, Ill., (photographed by Miller + Miller Architectural Photography) began construction in 2017 and opened to traffic in 2021.

The gateway to the Quad Cities region on the I-74 corridor spans 800 ft., 6 mi. long and provides four lanes in each direction to address growing traffic concerns in the area. The final bridge design was completed by leading bridge engineering firm Modjeski and Masters. The westbound span was announced a winner in the major span category at the 2022 Prize Bridge Awards by The American Institute of Steel Construction and

the National Steel Bridge Alliance. Kessler found the images she worked with and works on Adobe Creative Suite for design. She has, in fact, maintained a folder titled Bridges with samples in it for at least 15 years now.

“One of the first stamps that I worked on was for Frederick Law Olmstead who is the father of landscape architecture and designed Central Park. I had worked for an architectural firm and so I had the sensitivity to that subject and before I started doing stamps, I had a design firm that did work for a lot of architecture construction and landscape architecture firms so it’s right up my alley.”

Four art directors meet monthly with the staff of the stamp staff division (in addition to others involved in visual research, text writing, photo assistance, etc.) presenting the different projects they’re working on. The decision on the number of designs to be released happens then. Suggestions from the public are considered but they are advised to do so at least three years out because it takes quite a while to get through legal clearance for many things especially stamps featuring people but sometimes stamps featuring previously used art.

A significant legal process follows in order to get images and rights to use those images. The Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee (CSAC), appointed by the Postmaster General, approves any ideas coming in from the public or the art directors. They determine subjects based on specific stamp selection criteria. Names of current members of the advisory committee as well as detailed information on the process is available on the USPS website.

For more information, visit usps.com/.  CEG

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New $300M Pa. State Police Academy Begins Construction

When complete in 2028, the estimated $300 million facility will be the most comprehensive update to the Academy since it opened in 1960 and will help the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and municipal police departments across the state to remain well-staffed, trained, funded, and equipped, according to a news release from the governor’s office.

Shapiro, standing alongside Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of General Services (DGS) Secretary Reggie McNeil, and PSP Commissioner Col. Christopher Paris, also unveiled design plans for the new world-class law enforcement training facility.

The modernization project will replace outdated infrastructure with multiple new buildings totaling 366,000 sq. ft. on the 146acre site in Hershey, including a five-story Marquee Building with modern classrooms and administrative offices, 300 individual cadet dormitories, a 500-seat auditorium and a spacious cafeteria.

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include a physical education building with two gymnasiums, a training tank and a weight room to provide space and equipment for self-defense training, water safety courses and fitness conditioning. Indoor and outdoor tactical villages will host simulations of high-risk incidents such as active shooters, hostage situations and barricaded subjects.

“The new Pennsylvania State Police Academy will be a state-of-the-art facility second to none in [this] country that will give cadets hands-on learning opportunities that will better prepare them for service in our communities,” Shapiro said in the statement released by his office. “I firmly believe that every Pennsylvanian deserves to be safe and feel safe in their community.

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Additional facilities at the new PSP Academy will include a new headquarters for the Bureau of Emergency and Special Operations, horse stables for the Mounted Unit, a central supply warehouse and a vehicle garage at the Pennsylvania State Police Historical, Educational and Memorial

Center.

“I want to thank all of the cadets for your selfless commitment to keeping our communities safe,” noted Lt. Gov. Davis. “For the folks that live in rural communities, the state police are their police department, and many Pennsylvanians come from those small towns and townships to attend this academy because they are inspired by the state troopers they meet in their communities.”

Davis added “our state troopers deserve the best training and the best facilities to ensure they are prepared for what lies ahead. We can never thank them enough for their service to the Commonwealth.”

Modern PSP Academy Long Overdue

The existing Academy facilities will remain operational throughout the next several years of construction, according to the governor’s office, which will include the demolition of several existing structures.

To build the new PSP Academy, the Pennsylvania DGS awarded a $205.5 million general construction contract to Wohlsen Construction Co. in Lancaster; a $37 million HVAC contract to Midline Mechanical LLC, in Ephrata; a $42.8 million electrical contract to Glenmoore, Pa.based Philips Brothers Electrical Contractors

Inc.; and a $20.1 million plumbing contract to Jay R. Reynolds Inc., in Willow Street, Pa.

“Updated facilities and amenities are long overdue here at the Pennsylvania State Police Academy, the nation’s premier law enforcement training facility,” said the PSP’s Paris. “The new Academy will support the highest level of instruction for cadets, troopers, and our law enforcement partners.”

Next year marks 100 years of training law enforcement recruits in Hershey. The Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol secured the use of the former Hershey Inn, on Cocoa Avenue, from Milton S. Hershey and began training there in 1924. The Highway Patrol later merged with the PSP in 1937 and continued training at that site until 1960.

In the 2023-24 Pennsylvania budget, Shapiro secured new funding for four PSP cadet classes to train 384 new troopers, filling staffing gaps and ensuring that the PSP force is well-funded and well-trained.

In August, he and Paris announced that the PSP would remove the college credit requirement for Pennsylvanians who want to serve as state troopers to expand opportunities for individuals seeking careers in state law enforcement. In the two months following that announcement, the PSP saw a 258 percent increase in applicants taking the test to become state troopers.

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The Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) convened for the group’s annual summit/CONDEX at the Mirage in Las Vegas Jan. 16 to 18, 2024.

In addition to networking, equipment dealers, manufacturers and service providers could attend seminars, fundraise and see what’s new in the industry. With seminar topics that included discussions on AI, data, hiring military vets, automation, taxes, and so much more, there was something for everyone.

To close out day one, there was a Women in Equipment Reception, which offered the perfect venue to network with peers and make connections. This event was followed by the AED Foundation’s Annual Fundraising Gala and Live Auction, presented by Ritchie Bros. Both live and silent auctions gave everyone a chance to win an item and raise money for the foundation.

On the final evening, a keynote dinner and conversation with General James Mattis was hosted by PEAC Solutions. Mattis served as the 26th Secretary of Defense of the United States and made history by securing special permission from Congress to lead the Pentagon, sooner than he was eligible.

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lobby scored a significant win with IIJA, which included the BABA.

That has the transportation industry nervous for the future.

Last year’s National Highway Construction Cost Index (NHCCI) shows it reached “a new all-time high” in the first quarter of 2023. The Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported an increase of 2.7 percent from the last quarter of 2022. During the 2.5-year span, second quarter 2022 grew faster than any other period, at 11.9 percent.

BTS also noted that highway construction costs jumped in the last 9 of 10 quarters through the first quarter of 2023.

“Over the 10 quarters, highway construction costs grew 53.8 percent,” reported the federal bureau.

Double-Edged Sword

The Biden administration has heavily campaigned the Buy America Act (BABA) with a goal of growing the policy into new areas. A proposed new rulemaking project with a goal of applying BABA to manufactured products is scheduled to be published in April.

“Until the proposal is published, we cannot gauge likely impacts,” said Marc Scribner, transportation policy analyst of think tank Reason Foundation. “If the rule is expansive in scope, it is likely to impose significant new construction costs on state departments of transportation.”

Scribner said the fed’s eagerness to leverage BABA’s expansion is “especially unfortunate” for state transportation agencies.

States “have seen highway construction costs increase by 50 percent over the past two years.”

Congress imposed BABA procurement requirements for federally funded state highway projects during the Carter administration. The 1978 Surface Transportation Assistance Act made the use of domestic steel, iron and manufactured products mandatory for federally funded projects.

A general waiver was applied back then to products and materials, other than structural steel, used in highway construction.

Scribner said in 1983 Congress find-tuned BABA requirements and maintained the general waiver for manufactured products.

“In doing so, FHWA agreed that it was ‘very difficult to identify the various materials and then trace their origin’ in complex manufactured products,” he said.

The BABA waiver for manufactured products has held its place on the federal policy books since then.

But labor unions and manufacturers both have opposed the general waiver all this time, citing protectionist issues.

According to Scribner, the anti-trade

“BABA expressed a general policy preference against any ‘waiver … not limited to the use of specific products for use in a specific project.’”

The Biden administration has applauded the $92 million increase in highway spending that was a major chunk of IIJA.

“Unfortunately, it is increasingly likely that inflation will wipe out the entirety of that funding increase,” believes Scribner. “New Buy America requirements on manufactured products will make this problem even worse.”

He notes the federal Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) has the impacts of BABA on FHWA projects listed as “undetermined.”

Scribner believes this suggests the final rule will determine where annual costs land on the status scale.

It’s a matter of whether costs reach $100 million, considered “major” status, or $200 million, “significant” status.

“FHWA could choose to combine any narrowing or repeal of the general waiver with a more robust and permissive product-specific waiver process.”

Scribner maintains that policymakers need to understand that in

the “real world of budget constraints,” cost increases translate to less work.

“Federally mandated cost increases necessarily translate to fewer transportation projects and reduced benefits for Americans,” he said. “The best option would be for Congress to reconsider BABA and instead codify a general manufactured products waiver.”

This would reduce uncertainty and avoid cost increases associated with the “significant” interpretation of BABA’s manufactured products application, he said.

Industry’s Perspective

As an example of the tenuous situation, Washington State finds its transportation construction activity hamstrung by construction inflation.

WSDOT advertised a Seattle bridge project with a cost of just more than $800 million. The agency received only two bids, and the lowest was approximately $1.3 billion.

“Such a massive overshoot of the estimated price tag is cause for concern to lawmakers on its own,” wrote David Kroman of the Seattle Times.

In July, the state awarded a contract for work on I-405 toll lanes that was $230 million over its estimated price. And a contract for related work on Highway 167 was 40 percent over the estimation. The price to convert three ferries to hybrid-electric went up by $30 million, or 25 percent, according to the Times.

The situation has state lawmakers concerned. Washington is on a “15-year sprint” to build out its transportation network.

“It makes it tough to do all of the projects we’ve voted on to pass and to do,” Sen. Curtis King said. “It makes it tough to meet those promises.”

Several factors are at play, including material costs, supply-chain delays — and inflation.

“But WSDOT has raised particular alarm about a trend noticed over the last year and a half: declining competition for large designbuild contracts,” wrote Kroman.

As recently as 2021, the state averaged more than six bids per project. So far in 2023, that number has dropped to around 2.5, he noted.

“It’s certainly a concerning trend because we have a lot of design builds coming up in the next couple of years,” said Chris Christopher, WSDOT.

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Best Line Equipment, a leader in equipment sales, service and rentals, announced a strategic partnership with Astec Industries, a global pioneer in the manufacture of equipment from rock to road.

“This partnership with Astec is a game-changer for us.

The agreement grants Best Line Equipment distribution rights for Astec road construction equipment in western Pennsylvania. This collaboration represents a significant step for Best Line Equipment in expanding its offerings and capabilities in the asphalt paving equipment sector.

“Best Line has been in the business of serving highway contractors for quite some time. Several years ago, Best Line acquired Field Tec Services, bringing multiple years of experience in repairing and rebuilding milling machines, pavers and Shuttle Buggy material transfer vehicles, with considerable expertise on Carlson screed products and all Roadtec machines,” said Adam Houseknecht, president and

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“Our partnership with Astec allows Best Line to leverage our experience, facilities and network of locations to serve road and highway contractors at a much higher level. Best Line will be the only authorized dealer for product, parts and service within our territory and will provide full rebuild capabilities to serve customers throughout our network.

“Astec’s distinguished leadership in the asphalt industry aligns with Best Line’s local performance capabilities. We’re excited to partner with Astec and fulfill our customers’ high expectations.”

This collaboration positions Best Line Equipment as a leading provider of Astec’s top-notch asphalt paving equipment, ensuring customers have access to the best products, parts and service in the industry. The partnership reinforces Best Line Equipment’s commitment to delivering exceptional solutions and support to its clients.

Commenting on the partnership, Armand Cencetti, vice president of sales at Best Line Equipment, expressed enthusiasm for the expanded opportunities this collaboration brings: “This partnership with Astec is a game-changer for us. It allows us to broaden our offerings and cater to the specific needs of road and highway contractors. Our customers can expect an elevated level of service, product expertise, and support. We’re excited about the possibilities this collaboration opens up for Best Line Equipment and our valued customers.” 

LICA to Host Its First Water Management Forum at St. Joseph’s College in Ind.

National LICA is set to host a groundbreaking event that will reshape the water management landscape.

Jerry Biuso Sr., CEO of LICA, has long aspired to organize a comprehensive drainage conference. The perfect venue proved elusive until May when a meeting with St. Joseph’s College, recommended by VP Tony Cain, unveiled the picturesque campus as an ideal space for the LICA Water Management Forum.

This two-day forum offers a comprehensive lineup, including seminars, equipment demonstrations, indoor and outdoor exhibits, an OSHA 10-hour course, first aid training, a heavy equipment mobile simulator donated

by ElectriCom of Paoli, Ind., an Introduction to Heavy Construction Equipment course for veterans and high school students, and a golf outing.

The program is tailored to the interests and needs of current and future water management professionals, ensuring exploration of the latest advancements and cutting-edge technologies.

A key feature is the extensive educational component, with leading university educators in agriculture sharing insights. The Agricultural Drainage Management Coalition (ADMC) also will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, amplifying the impact of the forum and broadening its reach. Abundant networking opportunities create a platform for professionals from across North America to connect, collaborate and build partnerships.

To encourage broad participation, complimentary booth space has been allocated to each LICA state chapter. Additionally, LICA has extended an

invitation to its Canadian counterpart, the Land Improvement Contractors of Ontario (LICO), making this event international.

St. Joseph’s College, with its historic significance and multi-faceted facilities, serves as an ideal location. The venue features well-equipped classrooms, a spacious auditorium, and over 10 acres of training ground for outdoor exhibits and demonstrations. Given the college staff’s goal of reopening as a vocational school, collaborative efforts with organizations like LICA add momentum to the initiative, fostering awareness and interest in essential careers.

As June 13 approaches, excitement is building for the LICA Water Management Forum. Professionals from various corners of the water management spectrum are gearing up to converge at St. Joseph’s College, ready to explore, learn and contribute to the future of sustainable water management. 

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The project is the final phase of a mixed-use joint development helping spur the transformation of the surrounding North Bethesda Pike District in the Maryland suburbs of Washington.

The 354-unit building — to be named Envoi — will be constructed on a 1.6-acre parcel owned by Metro and ground leased to LCOR, the project’s developer and builder, through Metro’s Joint Development Program.

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Once completed, the MetroLCOR partnership will result in 2 million sq. ft. of mixed-use development at the transit station. This includes 1,300 residential units, of which 164 will be affordable housing.

“This project at North Bethesda shows the positive impacts of Metro’s partnerships across the region, generating economic benefit, creating new revenue and ridership for Metro, and supporting sustainability through transit-oriented development,” Metro General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke said in a statement.

“We have the most robust joint development program in the nation and plan to accelerate development of Metro’s assets in the District, Maryland, and Virginia to help maintain safe, reliable, and affordable transportation.”

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The joint development supports Metro’s Strategic Transformation Plan to maximize regional opportunities and partnerships, support sustainability, and deliver revenue to provide service excellence through safe, reliable transit options.

Since 1975, Metro has completed 55 joint development projects totaling 17 million sq. ft. (about half the area of New York’s Central Park) at 30 of the transit authority’s 98 stations, more than any other similar agency in the United States.

Under Metro’s 10-Year Strategic Plan for Joint Development, the Capital-area agency seeks to advance 20 joint development projects by 2032.

Current mixed-use projects are under construction at the College Park-University of Maryland, Grosvenor-Strathmore and New Carrollton stations. Predevelopment efforts are also ongoing for projects at Capitol Heights, Congress Heights, BrooklandCUA, Fort Totten, Deanwood, Forest Glen, Takoma,

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FHWA: Changes in Indexes Suggest Easing of Inflation On Material Prices

The combined demand for contractors and labor shortages has created a one-two punch in the gut for the state’s transportation build-out.

“We’ve got a lot of large contracts happening and the contractors who are capable … are not as numerous as they need to be,” said Sen. Marko Liias.

As a result, the state is considering ways to create more appeal for smaller contractors, including breaking these megaprojects into multiple, smaller contracts.

For now, Rep. Jake Fey proposed rejecting Highway 520 bids and revisiting the details of the project. “We don’t have another $500 million laying around.”

FHWA’s Take On Index Results

It’s a situation affecting contractors across the transportation construction spectrum and well beyond Washington State.

In analyzing the latest NHCC index results, FHWA reported that for the second quarter of 2023 a 3.8 percent increase continued from the first quarter.

“Compared to the historical quarterly average of 1.4 percent growth, this is still higher than average inflation,” said FHWA.

The agency said the numbers are “less than the high inflation observed during 2021 and 2022, where average quarterly growth was 5.2 percent.”

They suggested that elevated inflation in 2021 and 2022 may have been driven by supply chain disruptions and fluctuating oil prices.

“Current trends in the index indicate that as these factors stabilize, the NHCCI may revert to its long-term average.”

Overall changes in such construction-related indexes suggests an easing of inflation on material prices, said FHWA.

“Divergence in producer price index [PPI] and NHCCI suggests factors other than material input prices may be contributing to NHCCI inflation,” it said.

“Notably, the PPI for asphalt showed a 20.5 percent increase during 2023 Q2 after showing a 22.2 percent decrease during 2023 Q1.”

Other construction-related PPI such

Other construction-related materials, such as materials, concrete products and fabricated structural metal, are more expensive to purchase for construction projects.

as materials, concrete products and fabricated structural metal showed modest inflation between 0-2 percent.

“The asphalt price volatility combined with relatively stable prices for other material may partially explain why the NHCCI continues to outpace the PPI.”

The Real Numbers, Crunched

The Eno Center noted that when FHWA released its latest cost index, it had to admit construction inflation had not slowed.

In fact, the transportation think tank said, the cost of building highways increased by 3.8 percent in the second quarter of 2023. That figure is equivalent to a 15.3 percent annual inflation rate, said the policy organization.

“This shows that, even though inflation had lessened elsewhere in the economy by that point, it was not yet done with highway construction.”

FHWA tracks construction costs quarterly through the NHCC index. In mid-2021, according to Eno, the index began growing rapidly. It peaked in the April-June 2022 quarter, and had a “temporary respite” in the fourth quarter of 2022, after which acceleration began once more.

“Since the end of 2020, the NHCCI says that highway construction costs have increased by 59.3 percent,” reported the Eno Center.

The organization is not surprised by

the fact that the largest share of the increase was from rises in the cost of asphalt, dictated by the price of petroleum.

“But the second-largest cause of the quarterly increase was from traffic control, which is particularly labor-intensive,” said Eno policy analysts.

FHWA concluded that while it’s suggested labor costs are a driving factor in NHCCI inflation, the “relatively low and stable inflation” proves inconsistent

“The disparities in growth among the indices underline that each index’s sensitivity to broader events varies,” said the federal agency.

Those factors include COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions, material shortages, and oil price swings, FHWA added.

“New FHWA spending obligations in fiscal years 2021, 2022 and the first three quarters of 2023 totaled $152 billion,” noted Eno.

The organization suggests re-basing highway construction costs the last quarter of 2020, then deflate everything after that.

The result is that $152 million in new obligations deflates to a “real” total of $116 billion, according to the Eno Center.

The think tank figures that $35.2 billion in real buying power of the IIJA and regular funding has been lost to highway construction cost inflation since then.  CEG

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AMH Calls for Improved Safety in Non-Standard Lifts

More work is needed to ensure that non-standard lifts are carried out safely, according to a leading expert.

All Material Handling (AMH) believes that too many non-traditional lifts are still taking place using the wrong hoist rings and eyebolts, creating unnecessary safety risks.

Peter Brettner, CEO of “below the hook” equipment supplier All Material Handling, said “Whether on a construction site, in a machine shop, or at a manufacturing facility, there are two primary goals: move the load without damaging it; and make it home safely at the end of your shift.

“We’re still seeing a lot of incorrect use of eye bolts in particular. Traditional eyebolts are best used for straight in-line lifts only, or they incur a significant reduction in the working load limit. The old school alternative was often to wrap a round sling around the load and see how it went, but frankly both can be an accident waiting to happen.”

While a sling and some hooks are usually suitable for a standard lift with easy connections such as a shackle and welded eye or plate, a non-traditional lift like a large motor or a flat gear can be much more challenging. In these cases, AMH recommends rotating

hoist rings, as they are specifically designed to lift from the focal point and keep the load centered — traditional eyebolts can tend to sideload.

AMH is adding the Cartec series of lifting points and rotating hoist rings to its product portfolio, ensuring that riggers have easy access to the right tools for the job when it’s a nonstandard load.

The Cartec 807 series of rotating eyebolts provide a 100 percent working load limit at any angle allowed by the corresponding user’s manual — and the load limit is clearly visible on the bolt itself, eliminating guesswork.

“Using the right swivel hoist ring and rotating eyebolt means there is no more second-guessing the reduced working load limit of a standard eyebolt because it is not an inline pull. The load limit is easily checked as it’s forged into the product and doesn’t change,” added Brettner.

“There is also no more shimming the shoulder to get a proper lift angle, which

can happen with traditional eyebolts — or worse, risk having lousy positioning and causing a failure. Contractors are increasingly focused on enhancing safety. While a swivel eyebolt has a slightly higher price than a standard eyebolt, this is nothing compared to the human and financial cost of an incident that causes injury or even death.”

AMH offers a full line of lifting points ranging from 6 mm all the way up to 100 mm, offering 0.3t to 40t WLL, available in both UNC and metric threads. Styles include rotating eyebolts, standard swivel hoist rings, off-set swivel hoist rings, ball bearing options for swiveling under load and even stainless-steel rotating eyebolts. For more information, contact AMH at 877/543-8264 or via email at sales@allmaterialhandling.com.

About All Material Handling

All Material Handling Inc. is dedicated to making lifting and handling safer and more efficient. The privately-owned company is a provider of material handling equipment and accessories to applications in construction, industrial

Tuscarora Tunnels Receive Badly-Needed Makeover

There were approximately 27 subcontractors on the project.

Pittsburgh, Pa., where the president is Brian J. Gilkey and the superintendent is Mike Rhoads. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Project Manager is John R. Cottle of Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc. (JMT) of Pittsburgh, Pa., which serves as the construction consultant under the direction of Anthony Ciarico, project manager.

Ciarico noted that the two tunnels are located in central Pennsylvania. The eastbound tunnel is more than 80 years old.

“Actually, it was first drilled for a railroad company back in the late 1800s, abandoned, and then when the Turnpike did their initial mainline construction in the early 1940s, I believe, they used this tunnel,” he said. “The second tunnel is the westbound, built in the late ’60s, early ’70s. So, the two tunnels being built in different time periods have a little bit different characteristics … so the scope was different for each tunnel.”

He explained that work on the eastbound side included the

removal of all the existing barrier and the ceiling, which brought the tunnel back to basically its original arch shape, installation of new drainage, water infiltration, a new collection system, a new tunnel waterproofing system, new life safety features, CO monitors, alarms and linear heat detection systems. Other additions included lane control signs, dynamic message boards, new LED lighting and a new pavement section both within the tunnel and for the tunnel approaches.

“This, along with a white epoxy coating applied to the walls, resulted in wider lanes and a brighter look,” Ciarico said.

He added that the westbound tunnel maintained its existing shape without removing the ceiling or the barrier, so it was a more traditional rehabilitation. New inlets were added for drainage and a better water infiltration collection system also was installed. Concrete and crack repairs also were done throughout and life safety features similar to those in the first tunnel also were added, as well as LED lights and new pavement.

For the two portal buildings at each end of the tunnel, upgrades included new electric switch gear systems and an

improved ventilation system. Generators also were updated and upgrades were made in the office space where the tunnel guards work.

Late in the design, substructure work was added for two small bridges just west of the tunnel that needed some repairs.

Conducting a construction project during COVID was one of the main challenges with the project.

“Statewide, all construction projects were halted for a minimum of one month during the onset of COVID,” Ciarico said. “Upon resumption, special safety measures were taken to halt spread and a COVID response program was implemented. Later, supply chain issues became a hindrance along with the inflation spike impacting certain material costs.”

He noted that the original completion date was the end of June of last year, but the contract had to be extended by seven months.

Another challenge was the coordination of 28 contractors (one prime and 27 subs), many with specialty work items,

The prime contractor is Mosites Construction Company of Pittsburgh, Pa.

A challenge on the project has been the coordination of 28 contractors (one prime and 27 subs), many with specialty work items, and approximately a dozen state, local and PTC stakeholders.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is nearing the end of a project to improve both the eastbound and westbound tubes of the Tuscarora Tunnel.

TUNNEL from page 1

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Equipment Helps O&G Industries With Green Initiatives

Among the largest construction services and products firms in the Northeast, O&G Industries is a fourth-generation company owned by the Oneglia family. Founded 101 years ago in 1923, the company currently has more than 700 employees and a fleet of more than 3,500 vehicles and pieces of equipment.

One of the company’s most distinguishing features is its diversity.

Its portfolio includes the production and distribution of aggregates, concrete and asphalt from its six quarries, and eight concrete plants and nine asphalt plants, strategically located throughout Connecticut and eastern New York. O&G Industries’ mason division is among the east coast’s largest masonry services and solution suppliers. In addition to road, bridge and dam construction, the company’s heavy civil division also has tackled large scale sitework, power and energy projects.

O&G Industries Building Group’s portfolio includes education, healthcare, commercial, office, industrial, manufacturing, municipal, commu-

nity, athletic venues, transit, utility, water and wastewater projects.

Evolution as a Company

The company began when two friends, Andrew Oneglia and Flaviano Gervasini, formed a partnership hauling sand and stone. Despite setbacks, the company experienced rapid growth in its first 50 years and purchased its first quarry in Woodbury, Conn., in 1936.

By the end of the 1950s, the company was involved in major road construction and had built the Thomaston Dam for the Army Corps of Engineers.

The building division was established in the 1960s as O&G Industries expanded into school construction projects and the division continued with rapid growth throughout the 1970s. The next

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O&G Industries invested in adding solar power to many of its facilities, the most significant being the Southbury quarry, where 3,762 solar panels generate enough electricity to run the entire quarry and run surplus energy back into the grid.

Scott Gilligan (L), sales representative of H.O. Penn, and Jim Zambero, vice president of O&G Industries.

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Cat Signs Agreement With CRH for Electric Off-Highway Trucks, Charging Solutions

Caterpillar Inc. has signed an electrification strategic agreement with CRH to advance the deployment of Caterpillar’s zero-exhaust emissions solutions. CRH is the number one aggregates producer in North America and the first company in that industry to sign such an agreement with Caterpillar.

The agreement is focused on accelerating the deployment of Caterpillar’s 70 to 100-ton-class battery electric off-highway trucks and charging solutions at a CRH site in North America.

Through the agreement, CRH will participate in Caterpillar’s Early Learner program for battery electric off-highway trucks, testing and validating the units in real-world applications. CRH also will provide voice of customer feedback to address safety, performance, operational and compliance requirements for the aggregates industry.

“We are pleased to work with CRH, as our first aggregates industry customer, to expand our electrification solutions beyond mining. When it comes to sustainability, the quarry and aggregates industry requires diverse solutions. Our collaboration with CRH is an exciting opportunity to learn together and gain valuable insights into how our products can best support CRH’s long-term objectives to decarbonize its operations,” said Resource Industries Group President Denise Johnson.

The collaboration supports CRH’s climate-related objective of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from its opera-

tions by utilizing more sustainable equipment. CRH has set a target to deliver a 30 percent reduction in absolute carbon emissions by 2030 (from a 2021 base year) and an ambition to be a net-zero business by 2050.

Scott Parson, president, CRH Americas Materials Solutions said, “At CRH, we recognize that collaboration and innovation are critical to delivering our industry-leading decarbonization targets and achieving our ambition of netzero by 2050. Through this partnership with Caterpillar, we will advance the use of sustainable equipment in our operations and build on our shared commitment to a low-carbon future.”

For more information, visit www.caterpillar.com and www.crh.com. 

RubbleCrusher Makes First Appearance at World of Concrete, Debuts RSC48T

RubbleCrusher displayed its compact, tracked, mobile jaw crushing unit, the RC150T, and debuted the RubbleCrusher RSC48T Screen at its first World of Concrete show in Las Vegas in January.

The RSC48T enables the screening of material right on site, allowing for the production of three different material sizes on one mobile machine.

The RSC48T weighs just under 8,000 lbs. and has a large 4 ft. by 8 ft. top deck and a 4 ft. by 6 ft. bottom deck. The screen can be fed directly with an excavator or skid steer.

This mobile screen is perfect for those hard-toaccess areas because of its compact size, according to the manufacturer.

RubbleCrusher also showcased its track-mounted jaw crusher at the show. This crusher is fast to deploy on job sites and will save operators money by eliminating hauling costs to and from the job site. The RC150T unit weighs just under 8,000 lbs. and enables the operator to recycle C&D waste materials for use on site, without having to pay to remove materials or bring in new aggregate for jobs. The RC150T is mounted on tracks, mak-

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O&G Industries Focuses On Investing in Sustainability

“This new concept with the Cat 988K XE is gaining momentum with northeast aggregate producers,” said Scott Gilligan, H.O. Penn Machinery sales representative. “More power and half the fuel consumption, it just makes sense. This technology will continue to spread throughout the Caterpillar product offering.”

O&G from page 49

decades saw the additions of asphalt and concrete plants, as well as the mason division.

O&G has built more than 300 schools, including more than six million square feet of sustainable, net-zero and LEED-certified space.

Investing in Sustainability

The type of work that O&G Industries does can often be associated with having a negative impact on the environment. However, for some time, O&G Industries has focused on the critical work of being a good environmental steward and is constant-

The success is built by the dedication of thousands of employees over the decades. Every milestone of the company’s first 100 years comes down to a simple fact: working strategically and professionally, they have accomplished great things together.

ly looking for ways to improve operations at all of its facilities to eliminate adverse environmental impacts.

The company and its board of directors have adopted an environmental policy “to protect the environment for the health, safety and quality of life for their communities, their employees, their customers and the general public.”

This commitment has been demonstrated in a variety of ways.

O&G Industries’ asphalt and concrete plants have taken the ENERGY STAR Challenge to improve the overall efficiency of its plants by at least 10 percent. It also is

see O&G page 58

The Cat 988K XE is a 120,000-lb. machine with a 10.5-yd. bucket.

O&G Industries Relies On H.O. Penn for Equipment Needs

committed to producing greener asphalt; the goal being to produce net-zero pavement by 2025. It also is constantly introducing new products to its asphalt customers, such as fiber reinforced asphalt, which is 100 percent recyclable.

In Connecticut, Urban Mining is turning glass from local recycling facilities into a product called Pozzotive, an additive to concrete that makes the concrete very high performance and more sustainable, and at the same time, cuts the energy needed to produce the concrete and reduces CO2 emissions from the concrete production process. These and other commitments that O&G Industries has made to protecting the planet are not just for show, they are a long-term part of the company’s corporate philosophy.

Equipment Plays Major Role in Green Initiatives

Recently, Scott Gilligan, H.O. Penn Machinery’s sales representative, worked with Jim Zambero, vice president of O&G Industries, to make a major equipment purchase that would further advance the company’s green initiative. Zambero, who has been

with O&G Industries for 44 years and manages its entire equipment fleet, is constantly looking for ways for his fleet of literally thousands of pieces of equipment, to contribute to O&G Industries green initiative.

Gilligan contacted Zambero about an extraordinary new quarry loader, the Cat 988K XE, a new hybrid loader that would fall right in line with O&G Industries initiatives. The cutting-edge technology in the new 988K XE creates a diesel-electric hybrid machine.

A traditional 988K that has been retrofitted with an electric transmission and as a result, the power plant is substantially smaller, which produces approximately a 50 percent savings in fuel consumption with no reduction in power and generates 32 percent less CO2 emissions. The three-speed electronic transmission generates more force into the pile and more bite into the pile than the previous transmissions, making it a more efficient machine. Not only is it consuming less fuel and producing less emissions, it also is reducing cycle times. Because the transmission is electric, the increased amounts of torque and bite are there immediately. There is no waiting for increased rpms and horsepower to get the increased torque.

“A great added feature is that you can turn the torque down on rainy days when traction is an issue, and you don’t want as much torque because ultimately it would create more tire wear,” Zambero said.

In a traditional loader, the operator is constantly on and off the throttle: revving up the throttle to break into the pile, reducing the throttle when pulling out of the pile, making constant throttle adjustments. With the electronic transmission, all of that is handled within the transmission. The throttle of the engine stays pretty much the same throughout the entire process.

The Cat 988K XE is a 120,000-lb. machine with a 10.5-yd. bucket. According to Gilligan, “This new concept with the Cat 988K XE is gaining momentum with northeast aggregate producers. With more power and half the fuel consumption, it just makes sense. This technology will continue to spread throughout the Caterpillar product offering.”

“There is a premium price you are paying for this technology, but the fuel savings paid for it in a very short time,” said Zambero. “Making the decision to buy this machine was not a painful process. It’s not very often you see a return on investment in

such a short period of time.

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“The majority of our fleet is Caterpillar machines from H.O. Penn,” he added. “Scott [Gilligan] is very knowledgeable and handson with our account. He and I meet on a weekly basis to discuss future equipment needs including rentals and purchases.

“Phil Molloy, our PSSR from H.O. Penn, does a great job handling and scheduling our service and warranty repairs. He provides a computerized inspection report of all our crawler machine undercarriages. He monitors all of our oil samples that have warranty coverage and provides a host of other services that keep our downtime to a minimum. Whenever I am asked, I encourage other equipment fleet managers that are planning on making a purchase of new or used machines to make sure they are working with a reputable dealer that has a strong service and parts department to ensure their machine up-time. That certainly describes H.O. Penn.”  CEG

O&G from page 56

Fecon Launches New Fusion Platform to Enhance Mulcher Performance

Fecon LLC, a global manufacturer of heavy-duty site preparation attachments and forestry accessories, has launched Fusion, a user-friendly telematics platform that uses modern features such as automatic machine calibration, location services and performance tracking to make industry-changing productivity gains in mulching operations.

Ushering in the next generation in mulching, Fusion automatically calibrates the attachment to the carrier in real-time to optimize performance, minimize downtime and expand the machine’s lifespan. Fusion is initially available on high-flow Bull Hog and Blackhawk attachments.

Fecon brings intelligent control technology to a new level in the mulching industry, drastically improving mulching operations. The ingenuity of Fusion’s performance lies in its simplicity. From the get-go, Fusion automates mulcher set up to improve performance and productivity through its Plug n’ Play design that eliminates manual setup and tuning. With this feature, customers can attach their mulcher to any compatible carrier and run the machine with increased performance. The mulcher is optimized to the carrier and working conditions at all times with no extra work for the user.

Another attractive feature is how the technology continually collects and adapts to information based on dynamic conditions such as temperature, altitudes, carrier settings and carrier efficiency. At the start of the day Fusion will detect a cold carrier and automatically adjust and tailor machine settings to those that work best in colder temperatures. As the machine warms up throughout the day, Fusion will tune the settings for those higher temperatures. The machine starts learning as soon as it is attached to a carrier, but an operator can choose to initiate a learn sequence through the Fusion app. This learning system ensures a Fecon mulcher is always operating at peak performance.

Fusion automatically tunes your attachment to your carrier in real-time and boasts features that include automatic machine calibration, location services and performance tracking to improve mulching performance and productivity.

recovery times, 30 percent fewer stalls and 40 percent increase in jobsite efficiency, the manufacturer said.

Fusion works seamlessly with the Fecon mobile application, available in the Apple App Store, allowing users to easily incorporate the benefits of Fusion into their day-to-day operations. Users can use the Fecon Fusion app for several tasks, including changing the mulcher settings, initiating the learn function or simply viewing real-time information on how the mulcher is running. The real-time display offers operators convenient access to crucial information.

Fecon plans to continue to expand the benefits of the Fusion system by adding additional features to the software such as performance modes that will allow users to automatically adjust machine settings to match the current job.

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“One of the biggest struggles both dealers and operators face is tuning the mulching head to the carrier,” said Ryan Bricker, Fecon senior product manager. “We’ve completely removed that hassle and any associated delay by offering this Plug n’ Play design. It ensures that no matter the carrier, its age and condition or the location and temperature, our customers will receive maximum performance out of the Fecon mulching head. And it makes it easy for them to swap carriers.”

Fusion’s benefits are not exclusive to its automatic calibration as its continuous collection of mulcher operational data enhances productivity in a variety of ways. Fleet managers, for example, can use the data to assess and improve machine performance, note a machine’s last location or identify problems in operations. Dealers can use the data to better service their customers by quickly identifying the source of a problem in machine function and make swift corrections. With Fusion, users can see up to 50 percent faster rotor

Similar to a four-wheel drive vehicle where a user has the option to select “snow” or “mud” based on current conditions, the upcoming performance modes will tailor the mulcher to the optimal settings for that particular application. These developments demonstrate Fecon’s commitment to continuing to evolve and revolutionize mulching applications through real-time data and automation.

While automated technology in equipment can sometimes seem intimidating, Jeff Stanley, Fecon’s senior vice president of product development, assures customers there is nothing intimidating about it.

“With Fusion, we’re adding so much value to the customer and simplifying the product. It has more technology, tools and expanded data capabilities, but it’s important that customers realize how easy it is to use.”

Through its comprehensive connectivity, Fusion is pioneering the future of outstanding mulching performance and empowering users to make real time data-driven decisions, optimize their operations and immediately achieve greater levels of productivity. 

(All photos courtesy of Fecon LLC.)

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RubbleCrusher Shows RC150T Unit at Its First AED Summit

RubbleCrusher attended its first AED Summit in Las Vegas in January.

At the show, RubbleCrusher displayed its compact, tracked, mobile jaw crushing unit, the RC150T.

The RC150T is fast to deploy on job sites and will save operators money by eliminating hauling costs to and from the job site, according to the manufacturer.

The RC150T unit weighs just under 8,000 lbs. and enables the operator to recycle C&D waste materials for use on site, without having to pay to remove materials or bring in new aggregate for jobs. The RC150T is mounted on tracks, making mobility on site possible by remote control.

The RubbleCrusher RC150T features a hydraulically driven jaw with a crusher reversing function that allows for the clearing of any blockages. It also features a 10.5-gal. fuel tank that allows for a minimum of eight hours crushing time and can process up to 300 tons per day, depending on feed material and output setting.

For more information, visit rubblecrusher.com.

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The RC150T unit weighs just under 8,000 lbs. and enables the operator to recycle C&D waste materials for use on site, without having to pay to remove materials or bring in new aggregate for jobs.

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Tips On Selecting the Right Snow Tool for Your Application

By Darin Gronwold SPECIAL TO CEG

When it comes to snow removal, getting the job done as quickly as possible is usually a top priority. However, bigger doesn’t always mean better when it comes to snow tools. To maximize efficiency, operators need to ensure they’ve got the right tool for the job and the carrier. Ask yourself these three questions to get the right fit for your snow removal application.

What Does Job Site Look Like

Are you looking to clear a large open space, or do you need something that can get into tight spaces and around obstacles? The layout of your job site will be the primary factor in your snow tool choice:

Snow Pusher

• Best for open spaces

• Move large volumes of snow quickly

• Turn heavy snow into a lighter lift for your machine

• No hoses or hydraulic hookups

Snow Blade

• Best for driveways, sidewalks and other precision snow removal applications

• More versatility in where snow can go

• Push snow out of the way or into windrows

• Requires hydraulics

Snow Blower

• Highly maneuverable and great for precision snow removal

• Propels snow out of the way rather than just pushing

• Not available for all types of compact equipment

You also will want to assess any obstacles that might be hidden under the snow, such as curbs, manhole covers and other immovable objects. As a side note, operators should always wear their seatbelt, and they should travel at a slow rate until they are familiar with the area. Hitting hidden objects that are under the snow could injure the operator as well as damage your machine and attachment.

What Can My Carrier Handle

When working with any attachment, it’s important to know your carrier’s limitations. This includes the operating and lifting capacity. Snow can be very heavy, especially when pushing it over

large open areas with a snow pusher. You want an attachment that is wider than your compact tractor, skid steer or compact track loader.

You’ll also need to make sure you have enough tractive effort and horsepower for large volumes of snow. If using a snow blower, you’ll also want to ensure adequate PTO.

Your dealer can help with understanding your carrier’s specifications. There also are online tools, like Ignite Attachments’ Fit Finder, that allow you to simply enter your carrier’s make and model for confident online purchasing.

Which Tool Has Best ROI for Situation

The best way to maximize ROI on your attachment is to pick the right tool for all or most of your planned snow removal applications. Look for things like:

• Durable construction to handle heavy loads and frequent use

• Reinforced frame to withstand the weight of heavy snow and impacts

• Reversible and replaceable skid shoes

• Adjustable spring-loaded blade trip

• Reversible, high-strength steel cutting edges to double the useful life of blades

• Corrosive-resistant finishes

• Top-notch service and support Snow removal is never a fun task, but with the right equipment, you can get the job done quickly and efficiently.

Bobcat Continues to Expand Its Attachment Offerings

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Compatible with a host of Bobcat skid-steer and compact track loaders, the disc mulcher features a high-velocity disc fitted with four-point, hardened-steel teeth that make fast work of trees and thick brush.

Bobcat has expanded its lineup of hydraulic-powered augers with four new models, the 12PH, 14PH, 20PH and 25PH, which offer a variety of torque and speed options to match a wide range of soil conditions and applications.

Bobcat Company continued to expand its attachment offerings in 2023, empowering customers to accomplish more in landscaping, construction, forestry, agriculture and other industry applications. Bobcat offers hundreds of highquality attachments and implements, providing customers with leading jobsite versatility.

“Compact loaders, excavators and other carriers are only as productive as the attachments and implements they power,” said Lee Smith, general manager of Bobcat attachments. “Bobcat is continually developing attachments that help our customers expand their jobsite capabilities and accomplish more.”

In 2023, Bobcat continued to expand its diverse lines of attachments and implements to include the following new products:

• Super-Flow Planers: Bobcat super-flow planers are high-powered attachments capable of milling concrete and asphalt up to 7 in. thick. These versatile attachments take advantage of the extra hydraulic power available in the Bobcat T86 compact track loader and S86 skid-steer loader — the only compact loaders to offer three hydraulic flow options in one machine, with super flow generating up to 42 gpm and 4,061 psi. The super-flow planers are available in 24-in. and 48-in. cutting widths. Bobcat also offers a 40-in. planer compatible with both super-flow and high-flow hydraulics. In all, Bobcat offers six planer attachments that accommodate standard, high-flow and super-flow hydraulics.

• Disc Mulchers: Bobcat introduced its disc mulcher attachment to help operators power through tough landclearing applications. Compatible with a host of Bobcat skid-steer and compact track loaders, the disc mulcher features a high-velocity disc fitted with four-point, hardenedsteel teeth that make fast work of trees and thick brush. The disc mulcher cuts down trees up to 14 in. thick and can turn heavy brush and trees up to 6 inches thick into a bed of mulch, making this attachment ideal for land-clearing applications within agriculture, landscaping, hardscaping and residential and commercial development. The disc mulcher is available in 48-in. and 60-in. cutting widths.

• Drum Mulchers: Bobcat has introduced a drum mulcher attachment for select excavators. Previously offered for select compact track loaders and skid-steer loaders, drum mulchers make fast work of heavy brush and trees up to five inches thick. This attachment allows excavator operators to clear trees and stubborn overgrowth along steep roadsides, riverbanks and other hard-to-reach areas. Bobcat offers three models, the 28DMX, 36DMX and 50DMX, with cutting

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Available in two sizes, the 48in. grapple is compatible with Bobcat 1000-platform sub-compact tractors while the 60-in. grapple fits all 2000-platform compact tractor models.

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Maintain large lawns with PTO-driven finish mowers that are compatible with select Bobcat compact tractors, sub-compact tractors and the UW53 Toolcat utility work machine.

With the Bobcat family of utility vehicle plows, operators can push back winter to get more use from their machine.

The brush cutter’s high-efficiency, direct-drive AP4 motor maximizes hydraulic horsepower for optimal cutting of tall, thick vegetation, including trees up to 10 in. in diameter.

widths of 28, 36 and 50 in., respectively. The mulcher lineup can be operated with excavators ranging from 4 to 10 tons. Featuring axial piston hydraulic motors, these drum mulchers optimize rotor speed and torque for maximum productivity in a wide variety of land-clearing applications.

• Augers: Dig holes with speed and plumb-line accuracy with a Bobcat auger attachment. Bobcat has expanded its lineup of hydraulic-powered augers with four new models, the 12PH, 14PH, 20PH and 25PH, which offer a variety of torque and speed options to match a wide range of soil conditions and applications. Durable Bobcat augers are compatible with compact loaders, excavators, compact wheel loaders, telehandlers, small articulated loaders, Toolcat utility work machines and mini track loaders. The new augers are part of a larger lineup with various widths and digging depths. The lineup includes augers with hex shafts and shafts that accommodate both hex and round bits.

• Heavy-Duty Brush Cutters: The Bobcat heavy-duty brush cutter makes fast work of clearing heavy brush and small trees. The brush cutter’s high-efficiency, direct-drive AP4 motor maximizes hydraulic horsepower for optimal cutting of tall, thick vegetation, including trees up to 10 in. in diameter. The high cutting speeds, combined with the heavyduty blades and stump jumper, maximize inertia to cut through dense vegetation in one pass. Compatible with a variety of compact track loaders and skid-steer loaders, the heavy-duty brush cutter is available in 62-in., 74-in. and 86in. cutting widths. The lineup offers five motor options which align with standard- and high-flow carriers.

• Grapples: Bobcat has expanded its diverse lineup of grapples to include an 80-in. and 86-in. root grapple, industrial bucket grapple and industrial fork grapple. There are 16 total models to tackle a variety of jobsite needs. These heavy-duty grapples are compatible with a wide variety of skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders, mini-track loaders, Toolcat work machines, telehandlers, small articulated load-

Bobcat photo Bobcat super-flow planers are high-powered attachments capable of milling concrete and asphalt up to 7-in. thick.

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Bobcat offers three models of drum mulchers, the 28DMX, 36DMX and 50DMX, with cutting widths of 28, 36 and 50 in., respectively.

ers and compact wheel loaders.

• Brush Grapples: Bobcat brush grapples for compact tractors are the ideal property management attachment for gathering and stacking brush, tree limbs and other loose materials. Available in two sizes, the 48-in. grapple is compatible with Bobcat 1000-platform sub-compact tractors while the 60-in. grapple fits all 2000-platform compact tractor models. Lightweight, yet Bobcat tough, these grapples open wide to take big bites and get more done with every cycle.

• Snow Blades for UTVs: With the Bobcat family of utility vehicle plows, operators can push back winter to get more use from their machine. Plow through deep drifts and quickly clear snow from wide sidewalks, walkways and driveways with the heavy-duty V blade, heavy-duty straight blade or the medium-duty, straight-blade attachment.

• Finish Mowers: Maintain large lawns with PTO-driven finish mowers that are compatible with select Bobcat compact tractors, sub-compact tractors and the UW53 Toolcat utility work machine. These implements feature high blade speeds, convenient access to maintenance points and a rear discharge that allows operators to mow close to buildings and other structures. Connected to a 3-point hitch, the finishing mowers follow the ground contour to reduce scalping and leave behind an even, professional cut. Bobcat finish mowers are available in widths of 60 and 72 in.

Attachments are a cost-effective alternative to operating high-cost machines dedicated to performing a select few jobsite tasks. With Bobcat attachments, customers can expand their jobsite versatility, save time, reduce labor, generate new income sources and leave behind great results. In 2023, Bobcat also expanded its product offerings to include more time- and labor-saving components, including hydraulic tilt couplers and mechanical pin grabbers for excavators, as well as more laser-guided technology offerings.

For more information, visit Bobcat.com. 

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Montabert Honors Top Dealers at AED

(L-R) are Stephane Giroudon, worldwide sales and marketing director of Montabert; Dana Welch, senior director of product support for Komatsu East; Maurice Stanich, president of Montabert; Matt Pixler, senior director of sales for Komatsu East; Michelle Wilson, sales engineer of Montabert; and John Monaghan, director of fleet operations and sales administration for Komatsu East.

(L-R) are Stephane Giroudon, worldwide sales and marketing director of Montabert; Michael Brennan, CEO of Brandeis Machinery and Power Equipment; Maurice Stanich, president of Montabert; David Coultas, president of Brandeis Machinery; and Mike Paradis, chairman of Brandeis Machinery and Power Equipment.

Montabert USA has announced its top dealer awards for 2023. Two awards for highest achievement in sales were presented during the AED (Associated Equipment Dealers) Summit and CONDEX event, which was held in Las Vegas from Jan. 16 to 18, 2024.

On Jan. 17, during a ceremony in the Montabert AED Summit suite, the company awarded honors for market share to Brandeis Machinery and Power Equipment, which demonstrated outstanding growth in terms of market share.

Montabert’s award for total revenue went to Komatsu East, which represents Montabert in the Northeast United States. The latter award was presented at Montabert’s CON-

DEX booth on Jan. 18.

According to Aaron Scarfia, general manager, Montabert USA, “We are proud to honor these two dealers for their accomplishments in 2023. At the same time, we are grateful for all of our excellent dealers. The achievements we celebrate with our partners prove how instrumental their efforts are to Montabert’s success in the United States. We’re looking forward to continued success in 2024.”

For more information, visit montabert.com.  (All photos courtesy of Montabert.)

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Vermeer Redesigns, Enhances VXT600 Vacuum Excavator

With a 12-cu.-yd. elongated spoil tank design and 1,200-gal. freshwater tank capacity, the Vermeer VXT600 vacuum truck is the lightest vacuum excavator in its size class, weighing in at just 40,000 lbs.

The Vermeer VXT600 vacuum excavator has undergone a redesign to enhance its performance.

The load capacity has been increased for road use, and the component and technology reliability and serviceability have been optimized. Furthermore, the machine has incorporated performance-enhancing features to boost productivity for vacuum crews.

With a 12-cu. yd. elongated spoil tank design and 1,200-gal. freshwater tank capacity, the Vermeer VXT600 vacuum truck is the lightest vacuum excavator in its size class, weighing in at just 40,000 lb. This new design allows for even weight distribution when traveling while maximizing the volume of material hauled. It also has a low profile with a height (with boom) of 12.25 ft. so that it can maneuver under trees, power lines and bridges.

The VXT600 is a powerful digging machine that operates quietly while on the job. It features a vacuum system that is powered by a 6,400-cfm. Helical tri-lobe Jurop blower. With a 23-ft. boom, an 8-in. diameter dig hose, a vacuum level of 27 inHg, and a water pump that produces 10 gpm of flow at 3,000 psi (206.8 bar), the VXT600 can dig quickly and deeply. Additionally, the boom dig hose can be stowed with the dig tube attached to minimize setup time between digs.

When it’s time to empty the spoil tank, crews will appreciate the labor-saving and efficient functionality of the VXT600 vacuum truck. They don’t need to unstow the boom before dumping, and the tank’s camover door is easy to operate. The spoil tank can be lifted to a 50-degree angle for quick offloading. For even more efficient

cleanouts, an optional tank vibrator is available. Additionally, the VXT600 includes a handwashing station for operator convenience.

“We have incorporated many features that contractors appreciate about the popular Vermeer VXT300 vacuum excavator to create the larger and more powerful VXT600,” said T.J. Steele, product manager of Vermeer MV Solutions.

“We believe this second-generation VXT600 is exactly what the industry is looking for in a high-production vacuum excavator. It is an excellent choice for utility contractors who want to increase their potholing productivity. We designed the new VXT600 from the ground up with the goal of making the lightest 12-yd truck on the market.”

The VXT600 has a 7-in. LCD electronic

display and a full-function wireless remote with the option of a belly pack or handheld unit. There are two chassis options available: a Kenworth T880 truck with a 510-hp (380-kW) Paccar MX-13 engine and a 6speed Allison 4500RDS transmission; and a Mack Granite truck with a 505-hp (377kW) Mack MP8 engine with a 6-speed Allison 4500RDS engine. Both chassis have an 86,000-lb. GVWR and two pusher axles. Other customization accessories available for the VXT600 include a 180-cfm, 110-psi (7.58 bar) air compressor for dry digging and powering pneumatic tools, a 20-gpm water pump to allow crews to dig with two wands, a 420,000 BTU Dynablast hot water heater, and a cold weather kit to heat cabinets, water lines and valves.

For more information, visit vermeer.com.

TMAX 1-11 Offers Increased Payload, Fuel Efficiency

The Stellar TMAX 1-11 aluminum mechanic truck combines extensive crane compatibility, customizable features and unparalleled quality.

This vehicle has been engineered with precision, utilizing cutting-edge materials to create a powerhouse that outperforms its counterparts. With its unmatched design and incredible capabilities, the TMAX 1-11 sets new standards in the world of mechanic service trucks, the manufacturer said.

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Weighing an average of over 800 lbs. lighter than comparable steel-bodied trucks, the TMAX 1-11 offers increased payload capacity and enhanced fuel efficiency. Its aluminum construction not only reduces weight but also combats corrosion, ensuring a longer operational lifespan.

Stellar’s torq-isolator crane support design isolates the crane compartment from the rest of the side pack. This allows the lifting stresses to be channeled through stabilizers and a robust box-type subframe, safeguarding compartment doors and enhancing overall structural integrity, the manufacturer said.

Adaptability is key, and the TMAX 1-11 delivers with an aluminum extruded top boasting drill-free mounting rails. This feature makes adding a diverse range of mechanic service truck accessories effortless, giving users the flexibility to tailor the truck to their specific needs and enhance its capabilities as their requirements change.

The TMAX 1-11’s double-panel 1/8 in. aluminum tailgate, complete with hinged arm brackets, presents a robust working surface for enhanced productivity. Compartment options include 250-lb.capacity, adjustable divider shelves constructed from spangled galvanized steel and drawer sets, both offering practical storage solutions for various tools and equipment.

A durable undercoating, featuring a petroleum base material, shields the TMAX 1-11 from corrosion and road debris, ensuring its longevity and reliability in diverse environments.

Additional features:

• 21 in. steel workbench bumper with integrated full-width long bar storage compartment and vise mounts ensures a versatile workspace.

• Stainless-steel billet-style hinges with hidden fasteners and a robust 5/16 in. stainless-steel rod guarantee years of heavy-duty use.

• Rotating master-lock system provides

top-notch security, safeguarding valuable tools and equipment.

• Exterior mounted light box simplifies accessory installation while minimizing potential entry points.

• 3-point compression latches maintain tight weatherstripping, ensuring weather resistance while allowing easy access.

In addition, the TMAX 1-11 mechanic truck is expertly configured to seamlessly accommodate Stellar Hydraulic Service Cranes, including the Stellar 8630 Hydraulic Service Crane. The 8630 crane boasts 8,600lb. capacity and a 30 ft. of reach.

The crane’s distinctive boom design strikes the perfect balance between weight reduction and unwavering strength, while the compact boom tip effortlessly extends into tight spaces, the manufacturer said. What’s more, users can elevate their control with the CDTpro Control System with Range Finder technology.

Users also can add a Stellar lube skid to their TMAX 1-11. A lube skid reduces downtime and saves money by letting users perform lube services in the field as an affordable alternative to a dedicated lube truck. Mobile and permanent lube skid options are available, along with a range of new and waste oil tank capacities.

Finally, adding a Stellar air compressor to the TMAX 1-11 gives users the power to complete a wide variety of jobs out in the field — quickly, effectively and efficiently. For instance, the Stellar 40P Single-Stage Air Compressor is a lightweight, hydraulically driven, reciprocating compressor that pairs aluminum and cast steel to control weight while producing a maximum output of 40 cfm and up to 150 psi air pressure. For more information, visit www.stellarindustries.com. 

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Kenworth Makes New ADAS Features Available for T680

Kenworth recently announced the latest iteration of its Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) is now available for Kenworth T680s.

The enhancements are part of the Bendix Fusion system and feature Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Auto Go. When a commercial truck follows a lead vehicle in cruise control, this enhancement enables the system to apply braking to maintain a safe following distance and will bring the truck to a complete stop, if necessary, and will hold the truck in place. When the truck can move forward, it will automatically accelerate to the vehicle set speed without driver intervention and maintain a safe following distance.

In the event a truck departs the roadway, the new Highway Departure Braking to Zero feature will provide an audible chime and apply braking to reduce vehicle speed if the vehicle begins departing the roadway. In some circumstances, the system may reduce the vehicle speed to a full stop until the driver re-engages.

ing behavior and provide drivers more convenience operating in cruise control.”

In addition to these new features, Kenworth is building upon its previous driver assistance system offerings with improved Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), and more. Kenworth’s ADAS driver technology suite includes Collision Mitigation, designed to alert the driver to nearby vehicles and objects so pre-emptive braking action can be taken; Lane Departure Warning, providing continual monitoring of the truck’s location to prevent lane drift, and Side Object Detection, alerting the driver with audible and visual notifications to help with safe navigation and lane changes.

“Driver assistance systems play a key role in making com-

mercial trucks easier and less fatiguing to operate,” said Jim Walenczak, Kenworth assistant general manager of sales and marketing. “These new features will complement safe driv-

Advanced driver assistance technologies complement safe driving practices. No commercial vehicle safety technology replaces a skilled, alert driver exercising safe driving techniques and proactive, comprehensive driving training. Responsibility for the safe operation of the vehicle remains with the driver at all times.

For more information, visit www.kenworth.com. 

FuelPro Trailers 990 for Fast, Efficient Onsite Refueling, Service

FuelPro Trailers, a leading manufacturer of diesel fuel and service trailers, introduced its FuelPro 990 for fast and efficient refueling and service.

With a 990-gal. capacity, as well as additional compartments for tools, DEF, grease and more, these stout, DOTcompliant fuel trailers allow contractors, farmers and others to refuel and service equipment on-site quickly and efficiently.

The rugged chassis is constructed from 6-in. C-channel for a long service life. The tank features 7-gauge steel, which is double seam welded for strength and durability, and each tank features internal fuel surge baffles and cross bracing, a fuel shutoff valve, a lockable vented fill cap, a tank pressure relief vent, and an at-aglance fuel gauge.

reel available for quick and efficient refueling of loaders, dozers, excavators, skid steers, mowers, tractors, trucks and more.

A self-priming industrial grade pump rated at up to 25 gpm is standard and runs on a deep cycle 12-volt marine battery. Fuel delivery system includes 1-in. hose with auto-trip nozzle. Hoses are available in 18-, 30-, or 50-ft. lengths, with auto retracting

A 5-year tank warranty ensures long service life in even the most adverse conditions.

The FuelPro 990 extends the utility of commercial construction and agriculture equipment and is ideal for contactors, farmers and ranchers of all sizes.

Each trailer is constructed using two torsion axles with EZ lube hubs, rated at 6,000 lbs., 6 or 8 bolt steel or aluminum wheel and new ST235/80R16 radial tires and electric drum brakes. Digital breakaway on both axles is standard, as is 7-way RV plug connector and LED side and rear lighting. Safety and durability are designed into each FuelPro model, as heavy-duty safety

chains and hooks, diamond plate rock guard fenders, reflective DOT tape, roll over railing and a 7,000-lb. commercial jack are standard equipment.

They are coated with PPG Delfleet Essential polyurethane epoxy primer for protection against the elements. An adjustable 5 position vertical 2 5/16-in. ball hitch or pintle hitch for versatility in transport. Each robust trailer is pressure tested and inspected at several points during their manufacture. In addition to standard features, numerous options are available, allowing customers to customize a trailer to their specific needs and operations, including lockable front, middle and rear boxes. The FuelPro 990 is just one fuel trailer size offered by the company, other models available for smaller volumes, and can include additional compartments for storing tools, grease, DEF and other service components.

For more information visit www.FuelProTrailers.com.

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The FuelPro 990 fuel trailer can enhance productivity on remote job sites.

Kenworth recently announced the latest iteration of its Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) is now available for Kenworth T680s. The enhancements are part of the Bendix Fusion system and feature Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Auto Go.

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AED Hosts Women in Equipment Reception at Event

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Topcon introduced its machine control solutions for compact equipment last year and exploded in popularity since, according to Mark Jones, senior manager, compact solutions group.

(L-R): Atlas Copco’s Derek Miller, regional sales manager; Matthew Leonard, regional sales manager; and Richard Duncan, regional sales manager, brought an Atlas Copco electric drive air compressor H250 V5D and a 30 kW battery pack ZBP30-75.

Chris Reseska (L), vice president of dealer development of Komplet America, and Cody Price, operations manager of Komplet America, with a Komplet K-JC503 mobile mini jaw crusher.

(L-R) are Gina Carosa, marketing manager of Paladin LaBounty; Brian Dragan, account manager of Stanley Infrastructure; and Mike Amerman, territory manager of Paladin and Stanley Infrastructure.

Grappler attachments for compact excavators were among the featured products at the MB America booth at AED CONDEX. (L-R) are Ryan Sims, Regan Whitfield (CEO) and Vanessa Martini. Whitfield said crusher buckets remain the most popular product offered by MB.

At the Wainroy suite (L-R) are Caleb Aquilino (Midsouth), David Page (Southeast), Joe Biscotto (Northeast) and Jeff Kritch, director of sales of Wainroy.

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4010 S 22nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85040 602-232-0660

4871 Commerce Dr. Trussville, AL 35173 205-661-1323

3510 Roy Orr Blvd. Grand Prairie, TX 75050 972-986-0910

3760 N Liberty St. Winston-Salem, NC 27105 336-582-7400

1123 Cerise Rd. Billings, MT 59101 406-206-2007

1700 S Sam Houston Pkwy W Houston, TX 77047 713-433-6411 3601 Koppens Way Chesapeake, VA 23323 757-935-4300

18000 22nd Avenue, Ste 100 Denver, CO 80011 720-864-9842

• Supply us with a photo of a machine (one machine per Bargain Ad) and a maximum 17 word description, plus contact and phone number.

• Either email your copy & photo to: production@cegltd.com, or mail to: Construction Equipment Guide, 470 Maryland Drive, Ft Washington, PA 19034.

• Cost is $140 per ad, $65 additional for color. Additional $30 to place online

• Your ad will run for two consecutive issues in 1 region.

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE BROOMS / SWEEPERS, ALL MODELS.

MID-SIZED JOHN DEERE OR HYUNDAI EXCAVATOR PLUMBED AND WITH CONCRETE PULVERIZER.

EMAIL: NEWYORKCWS@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 973-956-8854

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WANTED (PA): NEW HOLLAND ATTACHMENTS - 7614 LOADER ATTACHMENT FOR NEW HOLLAND TRACTOR.

EMAIL: KEVCOOKENTERPRISES@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 814-386-5541

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WANTED (FL): COTTRELL TRAILERS, ALL MODELS.

EMAIL: WILFREORLANDO@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELSNEED TO PURCHASE FOR OWN STOCK CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS (916, 926, 936E, 950B, 950E, 950H, 966E, 966F, 966H, 970F & 980F.

EMAIL: ROYALMACHINERYTRADERS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923360598261

WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 85ZV , 90ZV , 90ZIV , 95ZV. ALSO SEARCHING FOR KOMATSU WA470-3 , WA600-3 , WA600-6... RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING CONDITION.

EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577

WANTED (IL): CASE 580M III BACKHOE LOADERS; LOOKING FOR CATERPILLAR, CASE AND JOHN DEERE BACKHOE PARTS/SALVAGE MACHINES. RUNNERS AND NON RUNNERS, ANY CONDITION.

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 618-838-0841

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MOTOR

GRADERS – LOOKING FOR A CAT 140G, 14G, 14H, OR 140H MOTOR GRADER WITH A RIPPER.

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +92300369360

WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35

EMAIL: JSGODSEY78@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 205-485-4605

WANTED (US): ALL MODELS DITCH WITCH VACUUM/EXCAVATION

EQUIPMENT

EMAIL: BILL@DITCHWITCHNEWMEXICO.COM

WANTED (US): MANUFACTURER: JCB 540-170 TELEHANDLER, 2016 OR NEWER.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS AND JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. WE REQUIRE ITEMS TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. THE MOST DESIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS. PHONE: 484-781-2958 OR EMAIL US AT JWALSH@ JAMESTOHARAINC.COM

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 140G MOTOR GRADERS - NEED TO BUY CAT MOTOR GRADER 140G/H, 14G,14M. ALSO LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU WHEEL LOADER WA-600 AND WA-900. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 336 EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS. EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM PHONE: 737-587-1936

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (NC); CLARK ECX 25 FORKLIFT.

EMAIL: JBSSERVICES37@GMAIL.COM

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT.

EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220

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WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR OFFHIGHWAY TRUCKS - CAT MODLES 777C, 777D, 777F, 777G.

EMAIL: TONYTHOMAS@ PACIFICCRANES.COM; PHONE: 1-818-956-5231

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WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR 980K-M / 924 K-M / 416 420 430 C-D-E-F / 953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 MN EMAIL: FEEDBACK@GCESEQUIPMENT.COM PHONE: 657-456-2544

WANTED (IL): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR CAT - CASE 980K-M /924 K-M /416 420 430 C-D-E-F /953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 M-N. EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (TX): NEED CAT 988 USED WHEEL LOADER. IF AVAILABLE PLEASE CONTACT ASAP. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA-600, WA-500 AND WA-900 WHEEL LOADERS. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (TX): ALL MODELS EAGLE CRUSHERS / PULVERIZERS / SHEARS. ISO PORTABLE, PREFERABLY CLOSED CIRCUIT, IMPACT CRUSHERS. ALSO INTERESTED IN PORTABLE SCREENS

EMAIL: GIVEBUYSELLTRADE@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 512-822-8818

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WANTED (IL): A CUMMINS 5.9 TURBO CHARGED ENGINE FOR A CASE 1155E LOADER.

EMAIL: KUBERSKIEXC@CHARTER.NET

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WANTED: KOMATSU WA600-6 WHEEL LOADER & CAT 988. IF AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (OK): CATERPILLAR D5N CRAWLER DOZER.

EMAIL: JUNK4@ACEINVESTMENTS.COM; PHONE: 405-627-6246

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MODEL 815 SOIL COMPACTOR.

EMAIL: ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM; PHONE: 312-898-5355

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (MA): CATERPILLAR 308E2CR QC EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: KKNOPE@DEFELICECORP.COM

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WANTED (IN): HYSTER H80FT FORKS

EMAIL: YADAV.JYOTI178@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 09500208661

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WANTED (WA): BOMAG BW 172 PADFOOT COMPACTORS | LOOKING FOR PARTS, SPECIFICALLY DRIVE TRAIN, OR WHOLE MACHINE TO USE FOR PARTS. EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM PHONE: 360-798-5847

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (MD): CATERPILLAR 140H MOTOR GRADER. NEED TO BUY CAT USED MOTOR GRADER: CAT 140G, CAT 140H, CAT 14H, AND CAT 14G. IF AVAILABLE PLEASE LET US KNOW. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM.

WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C

EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): ANY MANUFACTURER, ALL MODELS CRAWLER DOZERSLOOKING TO BUY JOHN DEERE 650KLGP WITH WINCH OR 550KLGP WITH WINCH, ENCL. CAB, UNDER 3500 HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW. EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA; PHONE: 450-346-8975

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WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR MODEL 14H MOTOR GRADER.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478

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WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE.

EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897

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WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER

EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214 – A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR. EMAIL DEANDRS@VERIZON.NET OR CALL 610-417-5123

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WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND BACKHOE LOADERS.

EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (US): VOLVO EC480DL EXCAVATOR

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360

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WANTED (OK): INTERNATIONAL H100C WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466.

EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM

PHONE: 918-385-1623

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3).

EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 832-244-1897

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, MODELS EX 400 AND EX 450. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 340 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO LOCATE CAT EXCAVATORS 320, 330, 345, 365, 385, AND 390.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-281-694-5478

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WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30

WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS & LESS THAN $15,000 EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 616-813-3642

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WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR MULITIPLE UNITS OF CATERPILLAR D7G CRAWLER DOZERS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923322489350

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS – NEED TO PURCHASE HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400, EX-450, AND EX 270. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE DO LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER T4 CRAWLER TRACK CHAINS. NEED A GOOD SET OF TRACK CHAINS TO COMPLETE A 1960 IH T4 RESTORATION. THE SAME STYLE OF CHAINS WEAS USED ON IH T4, T5, TD5, T340 & TD340 CRAWLERS. THEY HAVE A 6.00 PITCH. I CAN SUPPLY ORIGINAL PART NUMBERS. THANKS FOR ANY ASSISTANCE. EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR EITHER A USED, OR NEW GRAPPLE BUCKET, DEMOLITION BUCKET, FORKS WITH GRAPPLE, OR A STANDARD GP BUCKET TO FIT A NEW 2022 CAT 980-14A (OLD MODEL = 980-M) RUBBER TIRED WHEEL LOADER. IT CAN EITHER BE "DIRECT PIN" OR TO FIT A FUSION COUPLER. OUR NEED IS IMMEDIATE. EMAIL:BSCHAAB@AMERICANDND.COM PHONE: 716-984-7566

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WANTED (AL): LOOKING TO PURCHASE CAT WHEEL LOADER 936, 950B, 966F AND 980F FOR OUR INVENTORY. IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360

WANTED: CATERPILLAR M320 EXCAVATOR. LOOKING FOR A MOBILE EXCAVATOR CATERPILLAR M320DSINGLE BOOM, IN WORKING CONDITION, FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE. EMAIL: RENATO.NASCIMENTO@ ELEBBRE.COM; PHONE: +5511994602266 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR CAT D10N / D10R CRAWLER DOZER. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (US): HITACHI EX400 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A USED HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400 & EX 450 TO PURCHASE ASAP. (RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING MACHINES). EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (TX): JOHN DEERE WHEEL LOADERS – LOOKING FOR A JOHN DEERE 544K & 644K TO PURCHASE ASAP WITH HOURS 5000 OR LESS. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS @GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): HYUNDAI HL757-9A WHEEL LOADER – LOOKING TO BUY 2012-2013 WHEEL LOADER OF APPROX. 200 HP (EX:HL757-9A)WITH HOURS LESS THAN 6000. EMAIL: BERTRANDLAZURE @CHARETTETRANSPORT.COM; PHONE: 1-450-691-5151

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (NY): CASE 721F WHEEL LOADER – LOOKING TO BUY 2012-2013 WHEEL LOADER OF APPROX. 200 HP (EX:CASE 721F)WITH HOURS LESS THAN 6000. EMAIL: BERT@MEXUSCAN.COM; PHONE: 1-514-233-5151

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR EXCAVATORS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING TO PURCHASE ANY HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOGGING AGGREGATE TRUCKS IN THE USA

EMAIL:EQUIPMENTPRO22@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 570-423-7631

\WANTED (WORLDWIDE): DOOSAN DX480 EXCAVATORS - WANTED TO BUY USED DOOSAN EXCAVATORS DX480 - DX520 4000-5000HRS. EMAIL: AMERICAUSEDEQUIPMENT@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-657-236-7399

WANTED (US): ACS INDUSTRIES

BUCKETS, ALL MODELS

Auctions are subject to change, please check Auctioneers websites for details

Coming Auctions

To view information on upcoming auctions visit our Auction Calendar at www.constructionequipmentguide.com

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

• Bushnell, FL

February 3 – 12, 2024

For: 31st Annual Florida Auction

• Online February 11 – 25, 2024

For: Retirement of DW Ford, an Icon of Collectibles

• Online February 18 – 28, 2024

For: One Owner. 70+ Lease Returns, Trucks & more

• Online

February 28 – March 9, 2024

For: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Support, & more

• Baltimore, MD

Thurs., March 7, 2024

For: Very Large Late Model Rental Returns Auction

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

• Los Angeles, CA

February 8 - 9, 2024

• Houston, TX

February 13 – 15, 2024

• Tipton, CA

February 15 – 16, 2024

• Phoenix, AZ

February 16, 2024

• Orlando, FL

February 19 – 23, 2024

• Rocky Mountain Regional Event March 6 - 7, 2024

AIR WORKS CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

LTD.

www.airworksauction.com

330-749-4362

• Millersburg, OH

February 15 – 17, 2024

For: 35th Annual Air Works Consignment Auction

ALLSURPLUS – A Liquidity Services

Marketplace

www.allsurplus.com

214-427-1862

• Online

January 19 - 31, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment Auction

• Online

January 19 - 31, 2024

For: Heavy Duty Truck Auction

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

• Online

January 24

– February 7, 2024

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

• Online

Sat., February 10, 2024

For: Sacramento Equipment Auction

• Online

Fri., February 23, 2024

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS www.bidadoo.com 1-877-BIDADOO

• Online

February 6, 2024

• Online February 13, 2024

BIG IRON AUCTIONS www.bigiron.com 800-937-3558

• Online

January 31, 2024

• Online February 7, 2024

BRYAN AUCTION CO. www.bryanauction.com 319-283-2345

• Orlando, FL Fri., February 16, 2024

For: IEDA Florida Live Heavy Equipment & Transportation Auction

DEMOTT AUCTION COMPANY www.demottauction.com 229-985-4565

• Okeechobee, FL

Thurs., February 15, 2024

For: 18th Annual Cane County Auction

HANSEN AUCTION GROUP www.hansenauctiongroup.com 920-383-1012

• Online

Tues., February 27, 2024

For: Construction, Heavy Trucks & Government

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION www.iraymn.com 320-968-7230

• Online

Wed., February 28, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

JAMES G. MURPHY INC. AUCTIONEERS www.murphyauction.com 425-486-1246

• Online

February 1 - 8, 2024

For: Marysville Heavy Equipment, Contractors Equipment & Vehicles

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC. www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com 601-450-6200

• Clayton, IN

Thurs., February 1, 2024

For: Winter Midwest Construction & Farm Equipment Auction

• Kissimmee, FL February 12 - 15, 2024

For: Annual Winter Public Auction

• Online Closing February 20, 2024

For: National Online Only Construction, Ag & Transportation Auction

• Enigma, GA

Sat., March 2, 2024

For: South Georgia Consignment Auction

• Brooklyn, MS Sat., March 9, 2024

For: Early Spring Construction & Transportation Public Auction

MIEDEMA ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP www.1800lastbid.com 616-538-0367

• Byron Center, MI

Tues., February 6, 2024

For: Construction/Heavy Equipment & Snow Removal Auction

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION

www.purplewave.com

866-608-9283

• Online

Wed., January 31, 2024

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., February 1, 2024

For: Construction Equipment Auction

• Online

Tues., February 6, 2024

For: Government Auction

QUARRICK EQUIPMENT & AUCTIONS INC. www.quarrickauction.com 724-439-1621

• Uniontown, PA

Thurs., February 1, 2024

For: Large Construction, Farm & Transportation Auction

REBEL AUCTION CO., INC.

www.rebelauction.net

800-533-0673

• Hazlehurst, GA

Thurs., February 8, 2024

For: Monthly Farm & Construction Equipment Auction

RES AUCTION SERVICES

www.RES.bid 833-SOLD-RES

• Wooster, OH

Fri., February 2, 2024

For: Commercial Truck & Trailer Consignment Auction

RTI AUCTIONS www.teitsworth.com 585-243-1563

• Online

February 6 – 13, 2024

For: February NetAuction; Edition 1

WESTERN CONSTRUCTION AUCTIONS INC. www.wca-online.com 866-731-7760

• Online

Fri., February 9, 2024

For: Multi-Million Dollar Liquidation of Heavy Construction Equipment & more

YODER & FREY

HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

www.yoderandfrey.com

419-865-3990

• Kissimmee, FL February 14 - 16, 2024

For: Annual Florida Auction

Business Calendar

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)

AGC Events Calendar:

All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/building-information-modeling-education-program/)

Dates: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 (12:00 PM) –Thursday, February 29, 2024 (4:00 PM) Online, Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• In-House Environmental Managers Meeting (https://www.agc.org/news/2023/11/17/agc-opens-registration-roundtable-discussionenvironmental-issues)

Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 (9:00 AM) –Wednesday, February 7, 2024 (5:00 PM) Arlington, Virginia

Environment

• Two-Part Webinar Series: Workers’ Compensation: Exploring the Basics and Uncovering Advanced Concepts (https://www.agc.org/education/events/two-part-webinar-series-workers-compensationexploring-basics-and-uncovering-advanced-concepts)

Date:Tuesday, February 13, 2024 (2:00 PM)

Online Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program 2nd Edition - Hybrid (Https://training.agc.org/course/lean-construction-program-2nd-edition-hybrid/)

Dates: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 (10:00 AM) – Thursday, March 21, 2024 (4:00 PM)

Online, Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Construction Supervision Fundamentals (Https://training.agc.org/course/construction-supervision-fundamentals/)

Date: Monday, March 18, 2024 (12:30 PM) – Friday, March 22, 2024 (5:30 PM) Online, Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim240401/)

Date: Monday, April 15, 2024 (9:00 AM) –Thursday, April 18, 2024 (5:00 PM)

Online Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd edition (https://training.agc.org/course/vlea240501/)

Date: Monday, April 29, 2024 (11:00 AM) –Wednesday, May 15, 2024 (3:00 PM)

Online Virtual Training/Professional Development

NATE UNITE (MEMPHIS, TN)

NATE UNITE 2024

Dates:February 19 – 22, 2024 (all day)

Place:Renasant Convention Center Memphis, TN

Are you a NATE member? If so, check out the NATE UNITE CONVENTION! NATE UNITE is widely regarded as the premier conference and trade show in the diverse tower and communications infrastructure construction, service and maintenance industries focused on safety. The NATE UNITE lineup consists of an impressive array of educational sessions, networking receptions, luncheons, optional courses, and speakers. Additionally, NATE UNITE’s interactive and vibrant exhibit hall ﬂoor bustles with activity from stakeholders representing every layer of our industry. Don’t miss out!

Your company will gain tremendous exposure by attending and participating in NATE UNITE 2024!

For more information: Phone: 605/882-5865 Email: nate@natehome.com

NAHB International Builders’ Show 2024

Dates: February 27 – 29, 2024

Place:Las Vegas Convention Center 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Phone:1-702/892-2855

About IBS: The NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) is the largest annual light construction show in the world. The 2023 Show welcomed nearly 70,000 visitors from more than 100 countries.

Will We See You in VEGAS?

The next big idea. The strategies and trends. The products, connections, and experts you won’t see anywhere else. It’s all at the in-person show in Las Vegas!

The NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) – the premier, once-a-year event that connects, educates, and improves the residential construction industry – is a hub for new product launches, construction demos, industry thought leader sessions, workshops, panel discussions…and more! The people, products, and knowledge you’ll gain will give you the real ideas and real solutions you need to grow and strengthen your essential business.

See it Here First

IBS Exhibitors launch hundreds of new products and services each year. Leading manufacturers and suppliers share their latest products and answer your questions on the show ﬂoor.

Learn from The Pros

Learn the latest home builder trends to wow your customers. Discover the hottest innovative tips from industry experts.

Connect and Grow

IBS helps you form vital business partnerships. You can connect with and learn from peer professionals who are as passionate about the industry as you are. For more information, contact IBS 1201 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005. Phone: 202/266-8690

1-10. LIVE: Saturday, February 3 to Monday, February 12: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: 10 Glorious Days of Selling New & Like New Rental Fleet Equipment. Only the Best to be Found Here. Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, All Types of Trailers(the best), Enormous Amount of New & Like New Support, Attachments and more. Plus One Job Completion of a Florida Land Clearing & Logging Company.

11. TIMED: Closes- Sunday, February 25, Opens- Sunday, February 11: DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA: The Retirement of DW Ford, an Icon of the Collectibles. A Legend. 1928 AB Mack Truck(restored), 1986 Mack R Model Tractor, (2)Restored 1925 Steelcraft AC(5T) Dump Truck, 1992 Chevy 4x4 Pickup(73,000mi.), All Types of Mack Signs and other Ornaments (5)Restored Gas Pumps Large AC Mack(one-of-akind) Steam Shovel, Barber Chair, (2) Life-Size Coke Santas/Scooters, Several Coke & Pepsi Vendor Coolers(restored), Life-Size Coca Cola Policeman, (2)Wooden Indians, Gulf Service Man(life-size), Like New Equipment: Cat GP35N(7000lb., 96hrs.), John Deere Gator(70hrs.), New All Aluminum Tagalong(t/a).

12. TIMED: Closes- Wednesday, February 28, OpensSunday, February 18: FT. WORTH, TEXAS: One Owner. 70+ Lease Returns. Large Quantity Late Model Dump Trucks(6 & 7 axle), Truck Tractors and Trailers and more.

13. LIVE: Thursday, March 7: BALTIMORE, MARYLAND: Very Large Large Late Model Rental Returns Auction. Primarily Case, Takeuchi, Liebherr and Sakai. Large Quantity of Demolition Attachments Mostly LaBounty Demo Rotating, Grapples, Concrete Pulverizers and Crushers.

14. TIMED: Closes- Saturday, March 9, Opens- Wednesday, February 28: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.

15. LIVE: Tuesday, March 12: MEDINA, OHIO: Retirement Auction. Complete Liquidation. 100 Years in Business. Family Owned Machine Shop and Small Amount of Construction Equipment in Very Good Condition.

16. TIMED: Closes- Wednesday, March 13, OpensWednesday, February 28: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: Real Estate is Sold. Retirement. Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Tow Trucks, Pickups, All Types of Trailers (Equipment & Van), Attachments and Support.

17. LIVE: Thursday, March 14: HOUSTON, TEXAS: Late Model Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support Equipment, All Types of Trucks and Trailers.

18. LIVE: Saturday, March 16: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Large Rental Fleet Construction Utility Equipment Auction. Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity of Support.

19. LIVE: Saturday, March 23: MIDDLETOWN, NEW YORK: Very Large Like New Snow & Construction Equipment(mostly Cat), Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Excavators, Aerial Lifts, Trucks, Trailers of all kinds, Attachments & Support.

20-23. LIVE: Thursday, April 4, Friday, April 5, Saturday, April 6, Sunday, April 7: 4-DAY ANNUAL ATLANTIC CITY CONTRACTORS AUCTION: Only the Best Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Utility Equipment, All Kinds of Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Various Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity Support and Accessories.

24. LIVE: Friday, April 12: HAUPPAUGE (Long Island), NEW YORK: 1 Owner. Very Late Model Snow & Construction Cat Equipment, Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Snow Trucks & Accessories, Attachments, Support, Late Model Pickups(4x4 with plows) and more.

25. LIVE: Friday, April 19: NORTH HAVEN, CONNECTICUT: Very Large Cat, Komatsu, Volvo, John Deere Snow & Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, and all kinds of Attachments & Support.

26. LIVE: Friday, April 26: YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO: Retirement. Complete Liquidation. In Business 30+ Years. Construction & Pipeline Equipment, Trucks of all kinds, Large Quantity of Pipeline & Natural Gas Support Equipment.

27. LIVE: Sunday, April 28: BREWERTON, NEW YORK: Collectible Signs and Beautiful House on Oneida Lake, 90ft. Water Frontage.

NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED

28. MONTREAL, CANADA: Rental Returns of Cat, Komatsu, John Deere Construction Equipment, Trucks and Trailers.

29. SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Rental Returns of Construction & Utility Equipment, Plus Beautiful Piece of Real Estate with Large Building.

30. SARATOGA, NEW YORK: Retirement. Complete Liquidation. It's Big. HIGHLIGHTS: JD 650KLGP(winch, 200hrs.), JD 450J, Linkbelt 350X4LC, 2021-2019 Linkbelt 75, Like New Kubota 97, (2)Cranes: Grove 540E, Grove RT525B, (2)Tele Forklifts: Genie TL844, Genie TL642, Pipe Benders, Air Compressors, Light Plants, Utility Vehicles, 2017 Freightliner(46R), 2016 Eager Beaver GSL 55T Lowboy, 2018 Jer Dann Rollback(46R, t/a), Over 500 Top-Line Support & Attachments.

31. FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Highlights Include Late Model Cat, John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Aggregate, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.

Virtual, Live Broadcast

Camden Mechanical

Wed. Feb. 7, 2024 - 9:00AM

Camden, NJ

HVAC Duct Manufacturing and Sheet Metal Shop Complete Liquidation – By Order of Secured Creditor

Vehicles, Forklifts and Side-Access Storage Container: `17 RAM ProMaster 1500 Cargo Van (47,710 miles) • `12 ISUZU NPR HD Van Body Truck • `13 FORD F-150XL Pickup Truck • `20 DOOSAN 12,000lb Cushion Tired Forklift • `06 HYSTER 5,500lb Cushion Tired Forklift • `18 8’x20’ Storage Container with full-access side doors and rear door

Sheet Metal Shop Equipment: ENGLE AutoFold 516, 2-Coil HVAC Duct Forming Line • `14 DUCTFORMER CR14-TDF, F-Style Flange 14-Station Roll Former • (2) LOCKFORMER Vulcan 2900 Plasma Cutting Tables, 20’x5’ & 10’x5’ • (3) ROTO-DYE & ENGLE 10’ Hyd Press Brakes, 16 Ga. • TENNSMITH A52 Air Powered Squaring Shear, 16 Ga. • (3) FLAGLER & TIN KNOCKER 7&6 Station Pittsburgh Roll Formers

PLUS: Flangers • Notchers • Cleat Formers • Cleat & Cheek Benders • Pin Spotters • Bench Top Rolls and Benders • Shop Air Compressors • Welders and Plasma Cutters • Material Hoists • Ladders • Scaffolding • Core Drill and Pipe Treader • Power Hand Tools and Much More!

HD Hyundai, Google Cloud Team to Accelerate AI Innovation

HD Hyundai photo

HD Hyundai Vice Chairman Ki-sun Chung (L) shakes hands with Philip Moyer, Google Cloud AI Business Global Vice President, who was also a guest speaker on the keynote at CES 2024.

HD Hyundai is partnering with Google Cloud to accelerate its digital transformation using generative AI technology.

The collaboration will introduce generative AI across Hyundai’s core businesses, including its world-leading shipbuilding and top-ranking construction machinery businesses in Korea. Google Cloud will provide enterprise solutions like its Vertex AI platform to develop industry-specific AI applications.

Starting in January 2024, the company will prioritize highimpact tasks like:

• Building AI solutions tailored to each industry’s needs

• Creating AI-based platforms to enhance customer digital experiences

• Training AI experts

HD Hyundai has already piloted a Generative AI service for after-sales calls at its construction equipment division. The collaboration with Google Cloud commenced in July 2023. It plans to establish a long-term AI roadmap to lead digital and business innovation.

Earlier moves to boost AI capabilities in-house include:

• Launching an AI Center to develop custom generative AI

• Partnering with POSCO on smart unmanned technology

• Collaborating with Siemens on AI for smart shipyards

HD Hyundai said, “Combining the vast data we have accumulated over the years with Google Cloud’s generative AI technology will create great synergy. We will actively utilize AI to improve work efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction.”

Seminar Topics Focus On AI, Data, Hiring, Automation

At the Felling Trailers booth are Patrick Jennisson (L), sales and marketing manager, and Nathan Uphus, sales manager. Felling Trailers is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Chad Roehrich, dealer recruitment manager of DEVELON was at the AED Summit/CONDEX to talk about the company’s machines.

(L-R): The Thunder Creek team of Steven Ile, regional sales and national accounts manager; Niki Patterson, regional sales manager; Grady Carson, marketing coordinator; and Larry Lea, vice president of sales, with the MTO 690. This multi-tank oil series model offers 690 gal. of fluid capacity with options for DEF, grease and power systems.

A Bergmann C815 is on display at AED. Bergmann brought four machines including dumpers and a water truck.

AED from page 80

Approximately 27 Subs Assist With Pa. Tunnel Project

and approximately a dozen state, local and PTC stakeholders.

“Weekly coordination meetings were held and typically attended by 20 or more individuals,” Ciarico said. “Pre-activity meetings were held to educate the contractors and inspection staff about the work items and the expectations per the contract. There were a lot of specialty contractors with specific niche work, and some of the work our inspection staff was not totally familiar with going in. We are typically a heavy highway project management company, so we do have a little bit of tunnel background for some people, but a lot of people are mostly familiar with paving, bridges, things like that. So, there were some learning curves with that and also coordination with all those.”

In addition to the subcontractors, there were approximately a dozen state, local and turnpike stakeholders, with different individuals for each of the two counties involved.

“That weekly meeting helped keep everybody on the same page and brought issues out,” Cottle said. “With JMT as our construction manager and Mosites as the prime contractor, they were always willing to sit down at the table and talk things through, coordinate issues, what’s our best plan of attack here and adjust accordingly. So, it was a good job with a lot of coordination as Tony [Ciarico] said. As issues came up … we sat down and worked through them and it was a good project on that regard.”

Ciarico agreed.

“This job embraced the partnering concept that the Turnpike is a big proponent of,” he said. “Everybody was very open with their needs and what we were trying to accomplish and the communication on the project was one of the best ones that I’ve been a part of in my 35 years in the business.”

Finally, rehabilitation of 80- and 50-yearold tubes resulted in numerous unforeseen conditions requiring significant communication and occasional changes on the fly in order to keep the project moving forward.

“You just never know what you’re going to encounter as you start knocking things down and knocking things away,” Ciarico said. “We had a bunch of surprises. With the demolition, we found out that there was actually a haunch that was hard to determine from the drawings and with that PVC liner, you basically needed it to be a smooth finish, and with those triangular haunches we had to then go and knock those down. When we were in the westbound tunnel, at each of those panel joints, we were chipping back about a foot to create the area to place the drainage and then that would get filler material and then a shotcrete liner. But as you

chipped it back a foot, oftentimes we found a lot of funky concrete, you would end up going further back into the wall on the tunnel, which I think is only 3 feet thick, so you don’t want to go all the way back. So, every time you would knock something down or take something away, you would find something that was a little bit of surprise that we had to kind of work on the fly to keep the job going.”

Cottle said that one concern when the job started was for safety, and days were spent training with emergency personnel since crossover bidirectional traffic was placed in the other tunnel to maintain traffic east and west.

“We did have a few accidents, but fortunately nothing major,” he said.

Ciarico reported that from the commission’s standpoint, this is the first total rehabilitation and change in look for any of the Turnpike’s existing tunnels since the second tubes were added in the late 1960s. The tunnel will have a state-of-the-art SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system that includes smart cameras that will recognize issues and the tunnel and trigger automated responses to the tunnel’s ventilation and notification systems. The

The original contract amount of $109,977,777 was increased to the current amount of $118,685,857.

Eastbound Tunnel is serving as the model for a total rehabilitation of the Blue Mountain and Kittatinny Tunnels that is scheduled to begin in late 2024.

The last tunnel closure periods for contract work wrapped up in time for the current contract completion date.

Ciarico reported that there is still some punch list work needed to be completed in the portal buildings, which will be handled over the next few months.

“We’re probably like two to three months away from wrapping up those punch list items,” he said.

Both eastbound and westbound tubes are

a mile in length. Being mainly a tunnel project, earthwork was limited, only approximately 8,000 cu. yds. To complete the project required the placement of 16,000 tons of asphalt, 10,000 cu. yds. of concrete, more than 30 mi. of conduit and wiring, replacement of 13,000 sq. ft. of wall tiles, 330,000 sq. ft. of PVC lining.

As the prime contractor, Mosites Construction Company took care of drainage, shotcrete, concrete and crack repairs, among other work.

Major subcontractors included Thoroughbred Construction Group, Pittsburgh, Pa., for all electric components (lighting, conduit, wiring, life-safety systems, SCADA); McKamish Inc., Pittsburgh, Pa., for mechanical systems (axial fans, dampers, ductwork, sound attenuation); Independence Excavating, Cleveland, Ohio, demolition of ceilings; New Enterprise Stone and Lime, Central, Pa., milling and asphalt paving; Geotech Services Inc., Cleveland, Ohio, drilling of 4-in. drainage

relief holes at tunnel joints; and Schneider Moran Inc., Marshall, Va., installation of the 330,000 sq. ft. of PVC liner in the Eastbound Tunnel.

In addition, there were approximately 27 other subcontractors on the project.

For Independence Excavating, the equipment list included a Kobelco with a muncher attached, a hydraulic set of jaws that would actually crush the concrete, which was 8 inches thick in the ceiling.

Ciarico reported that Schneider Moran and Mosites used JLGs and scissor lifts for the most part to get the material put in place for the PVC liner.

“But they did design and construct their own scaffold — it’s like a mobile scaffold unit,” he said. “When you’re using scissor lifts and JLGs, you’re kind of limiting yourself access-wise, so they built this on their own, to work up in the ceiling area and on the different sides, different wooden scaffolds you could work with.”  CEG (All photos courtesy of Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc.)

Rehabilitation of 80- and 50-year-old tubes resulted in numerous unforeseen conditions requiring significant communication and occasional changes on the fly in order to keep the project moving forward.

Along with a white epoxy coating applied to the walls, other work has resulted in wider lanes and a brighter look.

TUNNEL from page 44