The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) has substantially completed a construction project in Baltimore County to improve the MD 151
(Sparrows Point Boulevard) and MD 151 B (Wharf Road) Interchange (BA8605280).
This project included total replacement of three bridges at this interchange.
This $30.5 million project was reportedly substantially complete on Jan. 6, 2024. Semi-final inspection was completed on Jan. 12, 2024.
The prime contractor is The Six-M Company Inc. of Delta, Pa., with Michael S. Randow serving as project manager.
The project began in September 2020 and full expected completion is set for August 2024.
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Light at the End of the Electric Tunnel HD Trucking Sector Working to Meet Fed’s
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Heavy truck manufacturers are all-in on the Biden administration’s zero-emissions goals. To prove it, a manufacturers coalition has launched a campaign to push zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure. Biden’s transportation department, doling out grants to build up the electric truck charging grid, are also helping move the industry toward greener pastures. Launched in January, Powering America’s
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12 SECOND PHASE OF N.J. STATION REDEVELOPMENT TOPS OUT
The effort to redevelop a Morristown, N.J., strip mall and massive parking lot into a modern office and retail complex recently achieved a milestone as the entirety of M Station is slated to wrap next year.
12 TURNPIKE BRIDGE PROJECTS UNDER WAY ON BOTH ENDS OF PA.
Folks who drive near the Beaver River Bridge Replacement Project are beginning to notice that construction of the new span in Beaver County, Pa., is now under way.
18 ABC: NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION SPENDING INCREASES
National nonresidential construction spending increased 0.4 percent in December, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published Feb. 1 by the U.S. Census Bureau.
18 SUPERIOR’S FIRST WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION CLASS GRADUATES
Superior Construction announced the 11 women selected to take part in its inaugural Superior Women in Construction (SWiC) initiative have graduated from the program.
24 WORLD OF CONCRETE 2024 CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY
World of Concrete recently concluded its 50th anniversary in Las Vegas. The 2024 edition, held Jan. 22-25, 2024, gathered nearly 60,000 registered professionals from various industry sectors, a 23 percent increase from 2023.
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PENNDOT RAPIDLY REBUILDING BRIDGE DAMAGED
IN DECEMBER ACCIDENT
Construction of a higher and wider replacement for the heavily damaged Pennsylvania Highway 318 bridge in Mercer County could begin as early as April, officials with the state Department of Transportation said recently.
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DESIGN-BUILD TEAMS INVITED TO BID ON HUDSON TUNNEL RAIL PROJECT
GDC identified its shortlist of qualified construction teams who will receive an invitation to submit plans in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a design-build contractor.
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ABC NAMES EVP OF INDUSTRY RELATIONS, MEMBER VALUE
ABC announced Stephanie Schmidt-Lehmann, 2022 chair of the ABC board of directors and former president of Poole Anderson Construction, has been named executive vice president of industry relations and member value.
39 TAMPA CONVENTION CENTER HOSTS NATIONAL PAVEMENT EXPO
The annual National Pavement Expo was held Jan. 23 to 25, 2024, at the Tampa Convention Center on the waterfront in downtown Tampa. The show attracted attendees and exhibitors from across the country.
General Motors and Komatsu will co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu’s 930E electric drive mining truck, the world’s best-selling ultra-class haul truck.
98 HD HYUNDAI WINS CES INNOVATION AWARD FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
HD Hyundai has once again won the CES 2024 Innovation Awards, following its wins in 2023. The consecutive wins underscore the company’s potential and competence in producing next-generation technologies to serve future humanity.
105 ECA ANNOUNCES
Equipment Corporation of America (ECA), a provider of construction and drilling equipment, announced its new partnership with Boart Longyear, a supplier of drilling services, drilling equipment and performance tooling.
Caterpillar Inc. announced fourth-quarter and full-year results for 2023. Sales and revenues for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $17.1 billion, a 3 percent increase compared with $16.6 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022.
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USACE Helps N.J. Beach Protect Against Super Storms
The autumn of 2012 saw Superstorm Sandy devastate the East Coast of the United States with the hardest hit areas being New York City and northern New Jersey.
Firefighter Paul Kerwin clearly recalled the day he and his company rescued their fellow Union Beach, N.J., neighbors.
“Sandy was quite an experience. We worked around the clock pulling people out from their flooded homes that were submerged in almost 10 feet of water,” he said. “I remember a house actually coming off its foundation and floating across a creek, and a shed lifting off the ground and drifting down a road with a man standing on its roof. We saved him and did about 200 [other] rescues that night.”
As a lifelong resident of the borough and a veteran firefighter with the Union Beach Gardens Fire Department, the safety of his community is of paramount importance to him. It extends to his other job, too, as a maintenance worker of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).
reduce such massive flooding
Now, the state agency is working in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New York District on coastal restoration projects along the New Jersey coast that will help to reduce flooding from both future Sandy-like storms and sea level rise, with the hope of putting an end to the days when he has to rescue his neighbors from atop their roofs.
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of which are partially funded by the Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Appropriation
to as the “Sandy Bill.”
future, USACE is performing several coastal flood risk management projects like the Union Beach effort, all of which are partially funded by the Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Appropriation Act of 2013, or what is referred to as the “Sandy Bill.”
One of these efforts is the Union Beach New Jersey Coastal Storm Risk Management Project.
Union Beach is a 1.8-sq.-mi. bayside community along the coast of Raritan Bay on the northern portion of Monmouth County that offers its residents and visitors a spectacular view of the New York City skyline and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
Over the years, the community’s residential and commercial waterfront has experienced flooding during tidal coastal storms due to its location on low-lying land surrounded by several small creeks. The flooding has worsened due to an increase in tidal storm events, restricted the creeks’ channel flow, and increased urbanization and coastal erosion.
As a result, when Superstorm Sandy blew across the region, Union Beach was devastated. Storm surge flooded 90 percent of the borough, 60 structures were destroyed, and another 629 were substantially damaged, leaving behind 4,500 tons of debris.
To reduce such massive flooding in the
USACE is performing the work in collaboration with NJDEP, its non-federal sponsor, and Weeks Marine, based in nearby Cranford, N.J.
“We’re excited to be working on this project because Union Beach has been battered by many storms that have included a nor’easter in 1992, Superstorm Sandy and most recently Tropical Storm Ida in 2021,” noted David Gentile, a project manager of the USACE.
He said the construction is designed specifically to create a line of defense around the Union Beach community to help reduce flooding during future storms. This includes increasing the size of the shoreline, installing measures that will slow beach erosion and building inland structures that will help keep tidal water and rainwater out of the line of defense.
Thousands of Tons of Beach Sand Pumped In
Union Beach has eroded over the years due to wave action and longshore currents. When hurricanes and coastal storms occur,
breaking waves and elevated water levels can change the width and elevation of beaches and accelerate erosion, which can put community structures landward of the beach in jeopardy.
To help protect the community, the USACE is dredging more than 600,000 cu. yds. of ocean sand and pumping it onto the beach to increase the beach’s height and width. In addition, a 16- to 18-ft.-high dune will be built and planted with dune grass.
In addition, the federal agency said that an enlarged beach and dunes system will act as a buffer between the waves and storm water levels and communities near the shore, something demonstrated during Superstorm Sandy.
After the storm fizzled out, the USACE examined its beach restoration projects across the Northeast to identify what projects were more effective in reducing storm risk to shore communities. The analysis showed that beach towns that had previously received shore restoration and dune construction sustained less destruction and saved billions of dollars in avoided damages.
USACE Installing Series of Protection Structures
To slow the erosion of the newly constructed Union Beach, construction will be done to install two groins — structures that
extend perpendicular from the shore into the water to interrupt water flow and limit the movement of sand — to prevent beach erosion.
Inland from the beach, other structures will be built that will reduce flooding and help the storm water system drain excess water without allowing tidal water to flood the community.
The small waterways found at Union Beach that tend to flood during heavy storms are Chingarora Creek, Flat Creek, and East Creek, where the USACE is constructing three pumping stations and two sluice gates to diminish the risk of tidal flooding. Pump stations allow water to be removed from within the line of defense while the sluice gates are closed to prevent tide flood waters from overwhelming a community.
Several levees and flood walls also are planned for construction to keep tidal water from entering Union Beach.
As of Jan. 10, the federal agency said that most of the beach construction had been completed and the remainder of the Union Beach project will be finished later in 2024.
In addition, Col. Alexander Young, commander of the USACE’s New York District, said in a news release that his crews have completed 52 of the 60 projects in the district’s Superstorm Sandy Coastal Storm Risk Reduction program.
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Turnpike Bridge Projects Under Way On Both Ends of Pa.
Folks who drive near the Beaver River Bridge Replacement Project are beginning to notice that construction of the new span in Beaver County, Pa., is now under way.
Pennsylvania Turnpike officials noted Jan. 30 that the contractor is currently drilling shafts and building new abutment footings, pier footings and columns. Additionally, earthwork and drainage work continue to allow for the wider road and the new interchange ramps being constructed.
Accordingly, Turnpike travel lanes have been shifted southward to accommodate the new bridge and roadway construction, located in far western Pennsylvania.
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Big Beaver Boulevard (SR-0018) reconstruction has begun. The Turnpike’s online project page notes that construction is still expected to be fully completed in September 2027 on the $294 million multiphase project.
In addition, a temporary ramp configuration has been established since November that impacts eastbound traffic going on and off the Pa. Turnpike/Interstate 76 and Pa. Highway 18/Big Beaver Boulevard to allow for the construction of a new interchange system.
Meanwhile, Big Beaver Boulevard reconstruction also has gotten under way. Traffic is currently using one lane in each direction on the southbound side of the roadway, with
northbound traffic utilizing a cross-over.
On the east side of the Beaver River, River Road will be reduced intermittently to a single lane controlled by flaggers to allow for access to the construction site. Nearby, Thompson Run Road has been closed since last July, with a short detour posted until it reopens this summer.
The Turnpike’s online project page notes that construction is still expected to be fully completed in September 2027 on the $294 million multiphase project.
It involves the total reconstruction and widening of 2 mi. of the Turnpike’s east-west mainline, between Mileposts 12 and 14, nearest the I-76/Exit 13 Beaver Valley interchange, leading south to Beaver Falls and north to Ellwood City.
Turnpike Bridge Project Near Philadelphia Advances
On the opposite end of the state, a project to build a new Pennsylvania Turnpike bridge over the Neshaminy Creek and Newportville Road on the northeast end of Philadelphia is moving forward, LevittownNow.com reported Jan. 29.
Designated by the Pa. Turnpike Commission as its “D30” corridor, the planned bridge replacement in Bristol Township and Bensalem Township is part of a larger project to widen and reconstruct the toll road from Bensalem Boulevard to the Interstate 95 flyover connection.
The state commission said the stretch is being expanded from a four-lane to a sixlane divided highway and will add infrastructure for future connection ramps to
highways, erect new sections of sound walls and install stormwater management facilities.
It is all part of the Turnpike’s $1 billion modernization of the decades-old highway system in Lower Bucks County.
The commission said the Notice to Proceed for the start of the construction came last fall. With a 3-year project duration, the estimated completion is the end of 2026.
Recently, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Turnpike Commission announced a planned road closure ahead of the new bridge project.
From Feb. 12 through 16, Newportville Road will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. between Zimmerman Lane and New Falls Road. During those hours, traffic will be redirected to Zimmerman Lane and New Falls Road as alternative routes.
PennDOT advises motorists to allow additional travel time when passing near the construction area due to anticipated delays.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike/I-95 Interchange Project now directly connects the two major highways. One of the goals of the effort is to reduce congestion on local Bucks County roadways as well as improve the flow of traffic in the Philadelphia region and along the entire East Coast.
Second Phase of N.J. Station Redevelopment Tops Out
The effort to redevelop a Morristown, N.J., strip mall and massive parking lot into a modern office and retail complex recently achieved a milestone as the entirety of M Station is slated to wrap next year.
SJP Properties, in partnership with Morristown’s Scotto Properties, celebrated the topping out in mid-January of what will be the 260,000-sq.-ft. New Jersey flagship location of Sanofi, a French healthcare and pharmaceutical company, at M Station West.
Ground broke on the second phase of the project last summer, which followed an initial portion that opened in 2022, reported Jersey Digs.
The new building was designed by Gensler, a San Francisco-based architecture firm, to achieve LEED certification, and will feature floor-to-ceiling glass and a metal panel façade to offer abundant light throughout the property while its innovative side core design will enable maximum openness and flexibility on each floor, SLP noted in a news release.
Additionally, energy efficiency will be enhanced with solar reflective roofing to enable daylight harvesting.
M Station West also is designed to include three separate terraces along with an expan-
sive landscaped rooftop complete with wellness areas for yoga and outdoor movement classes, entertainment and gardens.
More than 20,000 sq. ft. of retail space on the ground floor will be open to the public at the site’s second building, according to SJP, which will be linked to the first phase by a 1,000-car parking structure that includes public parking for the development’s on-site retail and EV charging stations.
SJP Properties, in partnership with Morristown’s Scotto Properties, celebrated the topping out in mid-January of what will be the 260,000-sq.-ft. New Jersey flagship location of Sanofi, a French healthcare and pharmaceutical company, at M Station West.
The project’s second phase also will continue to connect Morris Street via a 10,000-sq.-ft. landscaped promenade and two public plazas.
“The topping out of M Station West is a landmark moment in redefining the modern workplace across New Jersey,” explained Steve Pozycki, founder and CEO of SJP Properties. “State-of-the-art, vertically integrated buildings are attracting the most influential corporations in the world. Sanofi joins Deloitte, which moved its headquarters to M Station East last year, and Valley Bank, which celebrated its grand opening at our new Speedwell Avenue property this fall.”
The completed first phase of the M Station, a six-story, 120,000-sq.-ft. building,
is home to 1,495 employees of Deloitte, the global business management consulting firm, and includes a retail component.
Officials with Sweetgreen, a health-food restaurant chain, also announced last summer that they had signed a lease to occupy space at the property, according to Jersey Digs.
M Station West Offers Companies Lively Campus
Sanofi’s upcoming move to M Station represents a shift from a sprawling, multibuilding suburban campus to a seven-story,
build-to-suit property in the heart of walkable, transit-oriented Morristown.
Known for its lively arts, entertainment and restaurant scene, the city will enable a seamless worklife balance for Sanofi’s 1,900 employees, who will begin to occupy M Station West upon its completion in the first quarter of 2025.
“I am thrilled to welcome Sanofi to its new headquarters in Morristown,” said Mayor Tim Dougherty. “SJP and Scotto Properties have successfully executed our vision of a project which would invigorate our business district, attract leading-edge companies, and reinforce our position as one of the top towns in the country to live and work.”
To enhance walkability for employees of both Sanofi and Deloitte as well as create a vibrant pedestrian experience, both M Station West buildings are set back 45 ft. from Morris Street, in the process creating the expansive promenade and public plazas. The design will improve the area’s connectivity, particularly between the nearby NJ TRANSIT station and the historic Morristown Green. SJP Properties photo
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ABC: Nonresidential Construction Spending Increases
National nonresidential construction spending increased 0.4 percent in December, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published Feb. 1 by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.174 trillion.
Spending was down on a monthly basis in 8 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending was down 0.2 percent in December, while public nonresidential construction spending was up 1.4 percent.
“Nonresidential construction spending finished 2023 up more than 20 percent — the 19th consecutive monthly increase — and will carry ample momentum in 2024,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu.
“While much of that strength is due to surging investment in new manufacturing structures, roughly half of the 16 nonresidential subsegments saw spending increases by 20 percent or more in 2023.
“That said, privately financed nonresidential activity actually declined in December, albeit by just 0.2 percent,” said Basu. “That decrease in private activity was offset by surging activity in the highway and street category, which along with other publicly financed segments will retain momentum in the coming months as infrastructure investments are finally put in place.”
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Superior’s First Women in Construction Class Graduates
Superior Construction announced the 11 women selected to take part in its inaugural Superior Women in Construction (SWiC) initiative have graduated from the program.
Designed in collaboration with certified executive and team coach Dale Beaman and featured on the Women Talk Construction podcast, the internal program was developed to identify motivated individuals within the company and remove the barriers these women, and others like them, have faced in their effort to advance in an industry in which they’re chronically underrepresented.
Participants attended monthly group training sessions to learn, grow and share their experiences…
With the full support of company leaders who conceived and initiated the program, SWiC members were offered essential tools for their personal and professional development, including being paired with a mentor from the company’s executive team and senior leadership.
Participants attended monthly group training sessions to learn, grow and share their experiences and individual career coaching sessions to personalize their professional development.
“The mentorship has been especially helpful because it gave me greater access to
various aspects of our company and business operations,” said SWiC member Amy Henningfield, who has been with the company since 2011. “It was collaborative and taught me a lot about the heavy civil industry.”
Henningfield, who was mentored by Superior Chief Operations Officer Pete Kelley, was promoted from executive assistant to Midwest Contracts and Compliance Manager during the year-long program. Three other program members were promoted, and one additional participant moved into a new role that better aligned with her career goals and skills.
“There were also intangible benefits to
participating in the program. It resulted in a great deal of leadership development and helped us build confidence,” said SWiC member Jessica Paske. “At the beginning, a number of participants expressed feelings off self-doubt or imposter syndrome as women in this traditionally male-dominated industry. But, as the program progressed, we grew increasingly confident in our unique skills, perspectives and opportunities to contribute to the next generation of construction professionals.”
As part of the program, SWiC members were encouraged to volunteer with organizations working to advance and empower women in construction. They organized or participated in various events, including:
• Sponsoring the Purdue Women in Construction Management’s annual golf outing, including providing branded polo shirts for the program
• Participating in a nontraditional employment workshop for Porter County Care & Technical Education, introducing 8th grade female students to construction careers
• Sponsoring a Northwest Indiana
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• Sponsoring polo shirts for the University of North Florida WIC Club and presenting on heavy civil project engineer career paths at a speaking event
• Attending numerous high school and university career fairs to recruit more women
• Participating in a career fair hosted by the PACE Center for Girls
• Speaking at a Job Corps Career Academy event and the American Heart Association’s Women in STEAM event
The nearly year-long program launched on Nov. 2, 2022, and ended with a graduation ceremony on Oct. 12, 2023, at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club in Jacksonville, Fla. Each participant received a graduation certificate and is now eligible to mentor the second class of the SWiC program.
Superior’s leaders hope the Superior Women in Construction initiative will become an industry standard and transform mentees into mentors who can continue to advocate for other women in construction. For more information, visit www.superiorconstruction.com.
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World of Concrete 2024 Celebrates 50th Anniversary With
World of Concrete recently concluded its 50th anniversary in Las Vegas.
The 2024 edition, held Jan. 22-25, 2024, gathered nearly 60,000 registered professionals from various industry sectors for three days of exhibition and four days of education, a 23 percent increase from 2023.
More than 1,400 companies and an all-time high 185 education sessions highlighted the event.
The second largest tradeshow in Vegas, covering more than 700,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor space, convened large crowds in the exhibit halls, packed competitions and at-capacity training sessions. More than 450
Topcon had a large contingent of representatives at World of Concrete 2024.
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international exhibitors from around the world, a milestone 325 first-time exhibitors, and well-known brand names comprised the tools, resources and tricks fueling the future of the trade. New audiences and the incoming next generation of concrete professionals continue to be a focus for increasing visibility in the sector.
“Every year, World of Concrete serves as the cornerstone where concrete and masonry professionals exchange knowledge and hone skills that propel businesses forward,” said Jackie James, vice president of World of Concrete. “We are proud to host the global meeting point that serves the tradespeople who are building the future of America. We emphasize creating real-world scenarios, hands-on situations to try and test products and share expertise, which is what makes WOC so unique and our community so special. We look forward to continuing to share the latest and greatest in concrete and masonry for another 50 years to come.”
Events, in part, included the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) live and silent
auctions, raising a collective $1.8 million for the Concrete Industry Management programs at five public universities, Chico State, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey’s Science & Technology, Texas State and South Dakota State, all of which offer fouryear degrees in CIM. Auction items included a concrete mixer truck donated by Mack Trucks Inc. and Revolution Concrete Mixers; a Peterbilt and ConTech mixer truck; and a concrete pumper donated by Alliance Concrete Pumps and Pape Kenworth.
In honor of the 50th anniversary, World of Concrete donated 50 trees to the Las Vegas Tree Initiative. The ongoing program aims to lower the urban heat island effect that currently makes Las Vegas the fastest-warming city in the United States.
World of Concrete will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center Jan. 21-23, 2025 (Education 20-23). CEG
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The MB America booth always draws a crowd to get a first-hand look at its attachments for crushing and recycling materials, available for all types of construction equipment.
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Nearly 60,000 Registered Construction Pros in Attendance
Representatives of GOMACO were at World of Concrete to discuss the industry’s first hybrid curb and gutter machine — the GT-3600. (L-R) are Kelly Steeves; Travis Brockman; Brad Zobel; Scott Pedersen; Kye Leners; Bryan Beck, district manager southwest; Randy Bean, Matt Morrison, manager JD Machine Controls; Logan Mohr, district manager western U.S., Kent Godbersen; and Rodney Harper.
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At World of Concrete, Allen Engineering took the opportunity to continue the celebration of its 60th anniversary. Here, CEO Jay Allen is flanked by Joey Ward (L), vice president of sales and marketing, and Jeff Johnson, sales manager. The company offers a variety of equipment solutions for the concrete industry.
Liebherr’s 546 loader was prominently displayed at WOC. According to Liebherr, “The efficient hydrostatic travel drive and efficient components reduce operating costs in a sustainable way, putting more money in customers’ pockets.”
Wacker Neuson was out in full force during World of Concrete 2024.
Fiori America continued the roll-out of its dumpers and concrete mixers to the American market at World of Concrete. (L-R) are Mauro Pelliciari, Fiori CEO; Neville Payner, executive vice president of Bell Trucks America; and Antonio Gallovich, Fiori export area manager. Bell Trucks America is Fiori’s master distributor for the United States.
DEVELON’S 4-ton DX42-7 mini-excavator delivers excellent maneuverability and operator comfort according to Jacob Sherman, dealer and product marketing manager of DEVELON. The excavator drew a lot of attention from WOC attendees.
Tommy Wilson of Wirtgen shows a customer some of the technology available on Wirtgen Group equipment.
PennDOT Rapidly Rebuilding Bridge Damaged in December 2023 Accident
Construction of a higher and wider replacement for the heavily damaged Pennsylvania Highway 318 bridge in Mercer County could begin as early as April, officials with the state Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said recently.
During a Jan. 18 public meeting, with more than 20 people in attendance at the West Middlesex municipal building, PennDOT and engineers it hired for the estimated $6.5 million project gave details of the preliminary bridge replacement plan.
“We are moving at light speed as far as PennDOT is concerned,” said Mark Nicholson, the state agency’s project engineer.
The western section of the bridge, over Interstate 376 in
Shenango Township, was significantly damaged Dec. 7 in an accident that saw the boom of an eastbound rolloff truck strike the span.
For the safety of traffic traveling eastbound under the bridge, it was determined the damaged portion of the bridge should be removed as soon as possible. The spans over the westbound lanes remain intact.
Shortly afterward, PennDOT said it was better to replace the bridge instead of attempting to fix it, the Meadville Tribune reported.
The old structure was estimated to have had a 100year lifespan when it was installed in 1966, decades before the former four-lane Pa. Highway 60 was converted into an interstate in 2009.
Preliminary engineering plans to replace the bridge should be finalized by the end of January with construction bids to be let by mid-March, Nicholson said. Construction could begin in the spring with a September or October 2024 completion date.
Steel Spans to Make It Easier to Build New Bridge
In speaking with the Tribune after the Jan. 18 community meeting, Nicholson said PennDOT normally takes two years to finalize most bridge engi-
neering designs.
Its current blueprints show the new Pa. 318 bridge will look a little different from its predecessor. For one, it will be 16-ft.-10 in. above I-376. It also will have a higher vertical clearance of approximately 2 ft. and will meet the current federal highway standards.
Additionally, the new Pa. 318 bridge will have steel spans rather than the concrete ones found on the old structure.
“Using steel rather than concrete will make it easier to raise the bridge,” explained Richard Schoeder, an engineer with Michael Baker International, following the meeting. The Pittsburgh-based engineering firm was hired by PennDOT to assist in designing the new bridge.
Concerns raised by members public attending the forum included closing one section of I-376 for extended periods during the construction. PennDOT representatives said they would try to minimize that by doing work requiring temporary road closure over weekends.
Schoeder added that the seven beams needed for the bridge’s construction would only require I-376 to be closed for 15 to 20 minutes for each beam’s installation.
According to PennDOT, the project also will include some Pa. 318 roadway reconstruction to tie the new
bridge into the existing highway. Additionally, plans call for rebuilding a portion of three of the interchange ramps, making drainage upgrades, replacing guiderails, erecting new roadside signage and updating pavement markings. Minor shoulder improvements and roadway repairs to I-376 under the new bridge also will be completed.
When a West Middlesex town council member requested the creation of a crossing for emergency vehicles on I-376 in that area, though, Nicholson indicated he should not get his hopes up.
“I think there’s a slim chance of getting that approved,” the PennDOT engineer said.
No bonuses will be given if the contractor completes the bridge early, he added, but daily penalties, typically running thousands of dollars, will likely be assessed against the contractor for each day it is late.
PennDOT is seeking to recoup some of the costs to replace the bridge from the trucking company involved in the accident.
However, because of how PennDOT funding flows, it may require local road and bridge projects that are already planned to be delayed a year or two, Nicholson told the
Tribune.
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The western section of the bridge, over Interstate 376 in Shenango Township, was significantly damaged Dec. 7 in an accident that saw the boom of an eastbound roll-off truck strike the span.
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Shortlist of Design-Build Teams Invited to Bid On Hudson Tunnel Rail Project
Forward momentum continued for the Hudson Tunnel Project during the fourth week of January as the Gateway Development Commission (GDC), which is managing what has been described as the nation’s most critical infrastructure project, announced a major next step.
GDC identified its shortlist of qualified construction teams who will receive an invitation to submit plans in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a design-build contractor to perform final design, construction and other related work for the tunnel on Manhattan’s West Side.
NJBIZ noted Jan. 23 that the trio of joint ventures were among those that submitted a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in December in response to a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) issued by GDC.
The teams are:
• FKC-Tutor Perini-Hyundai, a JV comprised of FrontierKemper Constructors Inc. and Tutor Perini Corp., both based in Los Angeles, and Hyundai America Inc., another California company.
• Gateway Tunnel Partners, made up of Halmar International LLC in Nanuet, N.Y., and FCC Construction Inc., headquartered in Caledonia, Mich.
• Skanska/Traylor/Walsh JV, a partnership of Skanska USA Civil Northeast Inc., with offices in Queens, N.Y., Traylor Bros. Inc., based in Evansville, Ind., and Walsh Construction II LLC in Concord, Calif.
The Hudson Tunnel Project has three major components, according to the GDC:
• A new, two-track Hudson River rail tunnel will be constructed between the Bergen Palisades in New Jersey to Manhattan.
• A third and final rail right-of-way preservation section will be built underneath Hudson Yards in New York City. This will eventually allow trains to travel between the new Hudson River Tunnel and Penn Station on 8th Avenue between West 31st and West 33rd streets.
• The existing North River Tunnel beneath the Hudson River, which has suboptimal service reliability and an antiquated design, was severely damaged during Superstorm Sandy in 2012, and needs to be rehabilitated.
These three components will improve reliability, resiliency, and redundancy for hundreds of thousands of daily passengers who travel across the Hudson River and allow for much-needed repairs on an essential stretch of the Northeast Corridor.
Upon completion of the Hudson Tunnel Project, four tracks (two in the new Hudson River Tunnel and two in the North River Tunnel) will be available between New Jersey and New York under the Hudson River and allow for operational flexibility and redundancy for Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT rail operations to maintain current capacity levels.
Winning Joint Venture Likely to Begin Work in 2024
NJBIZ learned that construction on the Hudson Tunnel project is expected to get under way later this year and continue through mid- to late 2029.
When that occurs, the first phase of the effort will include two parallel tunnels extending from just west of Manhattan Bulkhead, below 12th Avenue and to the 12th Avenue shaft.
In addition, the proposal also calls for a second pair of parallel tunnels running from the that tunnel shaft to the Hudson Yards concrete casing below 30th Street.
According to the GDC, the tunnel will then continue through the foundation of the Manhattan bulkhead below the river bottom and continue about 45 ft. below the surface and underneath Hudson River Park and 12th Avenue, beneath the block between West 29th and West 30th streets on the west side of 12th Avenue, and beneath West 30th Street.
On the north side of West 30th Street, the alignment meets the concrete casing, before continuing beneath 10th Avenue to a tunnel portal to the east, before finally connecting to Penn Station.
New Tunnel Critical to Region’s Vibrancy
By constructing the Hudson Tunnel Project, rail users also will be provided with a resilient regional and national rail network, and in doing so, substantial social, economic and environmental benefits will come to the New York-New Jersey metropolitan area. They will likely include:
• The elimination of a single point-of-failure for a region whose economy drives a sizable portion of America’s gross domestic product (GDP). Indeed, the New York regional economy and the Northeast corridor mega-region contribute 10 percent and 20 percent, respectively, to the nation’s GDP.
• Over 72,000 direct, indirect and induced jobs in the region will be created during the tunnel project’s construction period.
• A stimulation of the local economy will bring about the generation of $19 billion in economic activity over the life of the job.
• Utilizing U.S. suppliers and manufacturers through the Buy America requirement that applies to federally funded purchases as well as the federal provisions regarding participation by disadvantaged businesses.
• Cutting back on greenhouse gas emissions on already overcrowded roads by making train use more attractive and dependable. Without the Hudson Tunnel Project, North River Tunnel repairs would cause 2 million additional tons of carbon to be released into the atmosphere. This is the equivalent of flying 2.6 million people from New York to San Francisco.
• Providing long-term climate resiliency. As the planet gets warmer and the weather more unpredictable, it is important that America’s rail infrastructure is built accordingly. The Hudson Tunnel Project will provide long-term resiliency, reliability, and redundancy to mitigate extreme weather events.
This latest development builds on other previous ones, which NJBIZ reported on, such as the start of construction on both the New Jersey and New York sides of the Hudson River as well as a recap of 2023 and a look at what is in store for the project in 2024 from GDC Chief Executive Officer Kris Kolluri.
“All of us at GDC are working day in, day out to keep the momentum going on this project,” he told NJBIZ. “We are thrilled to have a strong slate of shortlisted firms who will bring that energy to this critical and challenging phase of work on the Hudson Tunnel Project.”
ABC Names EVP of Industry Relations, Member Value
Associated Builders and Contractors announced Stephanie Schmidt-Lehmann, 2022 chair of the ABC board of directors and former president of Poole Anderson Construction, State College, Pa., has been named executive vice president of industry relations and member value.
In this role, Schmidt-Lehmann will bring leadership, vision and strategic thinking to ensure the association’s delivers on its value proposition for its 68 chapters, 22,000 member companies and the overall construction industry.
Schmidt-Lehmann will develop programs and services that help ABC members win and deliver work safely, ethically and profitably while creating and deploying an effective business development strategy. She will lead ABC’s communications, events, strategic partners, member services and marketing teams as well as its inclusion, diversity and merit initiatives.
“With more than 40 years of experience in construction management, design-build and general contracting services in leadership positions from business development to operations, Stephanie will provide valued expertise and insights to the ABC team, our stakeholders and the industry at large,” said Michael Bellaman, ABC president and CEO.
“ABC is delighted to welcome a veteran construction leader to the helm of our industry relations, member value and IDM initiatives so that ABC can deliver even better solutions to move the industry forward.”
Prior to joining ABC, Schmidt-Lehmann was president of Poole Anderson Construction, an ABC Accredited Quality Contractor that has attained the highest level of achievement in ABC’s STEP Safety Management System and is one of the mid-Atlantic region’s largest commercial contractors. She was responsible for formulating the strategic direction and oversight of day-to-day company performance, servicing sectors such as higher education, health care, hospitality and multifamily residential.
With Poole Anderson since 1999, Schmidt-Lehmann also served as vice president of business development, vice president of operations and executive vice president. She was named one of the 2022 Construction Champions Industry Veterans by Construction Dive and one of the 2021 Top 9 Outstanding Women in Construction by Construction Business Owner.
Schmidt-Lehmann began her career in construction working for a major national construction management organization in various roles such as project manager, project engineer, estimator and superintendent. She then worked for her alma mater, Penn State University, where she managed the design and construction of new facilities and major renovations for academic and administrative units.
“ABC is my passion, and I am proud to have been involved in this association at the local and national level for nearly 25 years,” said Schmidt-Lehmann. “To now serve the industry that has given me so much opportunity is the honor of a lifetime. I understand what is important to industry leaders and look forward to using my experiences and leadership to collaborate with them and build strong partnerships. Quality is infused throughout every aspect of what ABC delivers and I am excited to advance the association’s strategic goals.”
Three Truck Makers Set ‘Ambitious’ Electrification Goals
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With a goal of “overcoming the many barriers delaying access to ZEV infrastructure,” PACT also wants climate policy to address infrastructure needs.
“Decarbonizing the commercial transportation sector … is critical to meeting our nation’s climate goals,” said John O’Leary, Daimler president and CEO. “But the transition to
zero-emission vehicles is stalling without the deployment of the needed charging infrastructure.”
The aim, he added, is to accelerate infrastructure buildout so fleets can adopt ZEVs, “and we can all benefit from emissions reductions as quickly as possible.”
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The three truck makers collectively represent 70 percent of all new M/HD truck sales in the United States and have on their radar “ambitious” electrification goals.
PACT maintains access to charging infrastructure is an increasingly significant bottleneck to the widespread adoption of these technologies.
Stakeholders who want to see the deployment of zeroemission commercial vehicles and the requisite infrastructure, are welcome to join. That includes other OEMs, infrastructure developers, electric utilities and grid operators.
PACT reports other founding members include ABB Emobility, Burns & McDonnell, Greenlane, J.B. Hunt Transport Inc., Prologis Inc. and Voltera.
The coalition believes that so far U.S. transportation electrification has focused on light-duty passenger vehicles. That’s “a far different market segment that does not require the same unique considerations” as medium/heavy-duty trucks.
Rapid deployment of reliable ZEV infrastructure requires “distinct considerations” in capital, electricity and equipment. The International Council on Clean Transportation believes some 700,000 chargers will be needed for the million Class 4-8 M/HD/ZEVs by 2030.
That system will eat up 140,000 megawatts of electricity every day, equivalent to the monthly energy needs of more than 100 million American homes.
Commercial vehicle customers require fast, reliable, affordable and convenient power, said Mathias Carlbaum, Navistar president and CEO. Industry must deliver “infrastructure that provides access to seamless electricity and meets the commercial transportation industry’s unique needs.”
Carlbaum believes PACT provides a forum to make the vision a reality, “truly working to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility.”
Stephen Roy, Volvo Group chair, describes the scale of
“…the transition to zero-emission vehicles is stalling without the deployment of the needed charging infrastructure.”
infrastructure for M/HD EV adoption as “unprecedented.”
He believes that understanding and coordination across the different stakeholders are imperative to deploy chargers quickly and cost-effectively.
“PACT will promote best practices to streamline this complex transition while minimizing impacts on fleets, utilities and the economy.”
The coalition promises that in supporting ZEV infrastructure, no specific vehicle, power generation or utility distribution technology will be promoted.
“PACT exists to educate stakeholders about infrastructure challenges that hamper M/HD ZEV adoption in the marketplace,” the organization said.
It exists, as well, to work with stakeholders to find solutions for the benefit of all interested parties.
“The coalition also champions practical and efficient infrastructure solutions capable of supporting increasing M/HD ZEV deployments.”
The companies’ decision to join forces underscores how critical industry support of government is to the transition away from fossil fuels.
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The goal of Powering America’s Commercial Transportation, or PACT, is to join forces to overcome the barriers delaying the U.S. zero-emissions infrastructure.
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DOE has recorded only nine fast-charging stations serving heavy trucks. That situation presents challenges for both truckers and manufacturers. There’s no market for battery-powered trucks if there are no places to charge them.
In a January New York Times article, Jack Ewing reported that officials are just beginning to distribute $1 billion in Inflation Reduction Act funding.
He said truck manufacturers have complained that they have gotten less attention from federal and state governments than makers of cars.
“There’s a lot of funding that’s available out there from the federal government,” said Dawn Fenton, a Volvo Group vice president. “There’s been little so far focused on the heavyduty charging infrastructure.”
According to the New York Times article, DOE knows of only nine fast-charging stations serving heavy trucks, and that’s tough on manufacturers and truckers.
The truck makers say they can’t sell battery-powered trucks when there are hardly any places to charge them. Electric trucks require bigger connections to the electrical grid than are readily available.
Utilities are upgrading distribution lines, transformers and equipment to deliver the energy needed to refuel multiple trucks simultaneously, reports the New York Times.
In one example, a Navistar customer installed 20 chargers at its depot, but couldn’t get it energized by the utility, said Brien Sheahan of Navistar.
He believes the electrical grid’s weaknesses are going to put a strain on industry’s ability to scale itself. That may change if the nation follows California’s lead. Three megawatt-scale truck charging stations are being built with $75 million in federal grants.
The Golden State leads in the national transition away from fossil fuels. It’s also first in the drive to build out more electric truck stops and depots. California transportation service provider WattEV announced it would launch the three E-truck charging depots using federal grants.
The company plans to work with local government to build two along the I-5 corridor in Central Valley and another along the California-Arizona border.
The three will offer a combined 258 charging points. They will include megawatts of solar panels and battery storage to reduce the draw on power grids.
According to Canary Media, WattEV also will launch its megawatt charging stations, providing faster charging than today’s direct-current fast chargers.
The two Central Valley sites will have 17 megawatt chargers alongside 175 standard DC fast chargers capable of delivering 350 kilowatts, reports Canary.
“The technology standards for megawatt charging systems are still in development, and no electric trucks on the road are capable of using them today,” wrote Jeff St. John. Salim Youssefzadeh, WattEV CEO, said that planning ahead to support megawatt-scale charging is crucial to expanding electric trucks ranges.
“Today’s still-rare electric big rigs mainly run daily routes between ports and warehouses and delivery points,” said St. John.
Test drives have proven electric trucks can handle the sub100-mi. routes that make up the majority of freight-hauling trips today. The latest heavy-duty electric trucks can go hundreds of miles between charges, according to St. John.
But WattEV wants to see its sites as long-haul hubs for the most challenging set of trucks to electrify.
That’s rigs that carry freight long distances on interstate
truck makers, like Volvo, have formed a coalition to support the expansion of zero-emission truck charging infrastructure.
and cross-country routes. “Being able to plan for the future is critical,” said Youssefzadeh.
Several depot developers have eyes on the long-haul trucking sector and drayage trucks moving cargo from ports to warehouses are their target.
These are the initial fleets slated for conversion to zeroemissions models under California’s ambitious Advanced Clean Fleets rule.
Two other depot developers, Forum Mobility and TeraWatt Infrastructure, are hoping to set up business at Southern California ports.
Forum is offering electric trucks from Long Beach and is building more charging depots between California ports and inland distribution hubs. St. John reported that TeraWatt has started building truck-charging sites near various ports, including one at Rancho Dominguez, south of Los Angeles. With dual purposes, these sites can be used for more local traffic. Some 80 percent of truck routes are less than 200 miles, said Neha Palmer, TeraWatt CEO.
TeraWatt’s Rancho Dominguez site will be used for “lastmile” electric-truck charging. “But they can also be used by trucks going further afield,” she said.
TeraWatt’s has a larger goal to build charging depots on the I-10 from California to Texas. The company is identifying the Phoenix area to start.
But building truck-charging sites at scale takes money. WattEV is focusing on federal and state grants, in addition to private funds, for its depot launches.
CEO Youssefzadeh said the private funds should allow his company “to grow significantly … to 400-plus sites we plan to bring online, hopefully soon.”
St. John said WattEV hasn’t disclosed exactly where all those future charging stations will be. But the company is eyeing spots in California and Oregon to serve trucks traveling the I-5 corridor from Southern California north to the Canadian border.
Making the Biggest Impact
Southern California is the most active zero-emissions market, but E-trucks number fewer than 300 of the roughly 1.8 million under the state’s green fleet rules.
Ray Minjares, director of HD vehicles for the International Council on Clean Transportation, said grants and incentives for early-adopter markets like California are a positive step.
ICCT found that a majority of EPA’s pending trucking emissions reductions could be supported by investing in a handful of major freight corridors in California.
“This is about how you can increase the number of electric miles in the U.S.,” Minjares told Canary Media. “We talk about the sales of vehicles. But it’s actually about the energy they’re consuming.”
He said that’s especially true of the source of vehicle miles consuming the most energy, which is long-haul tractors.
In 2023, Minjares and colleague Yihao Xie created maps showing where long-haul truck charging would offer the greatest impact.
“It makes strategic and economic sense in the near term to electrify the largest number of trucks along the smallest number of roadways where the business case is strongest,” they said. CEG
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A big group from SANY and its dealer, Newman Tractor, were out in full force to promote their machines. (L-R) are Matt Seyl, Nicole Rinderle, Steve O’Neil, Liz Zalla, Chris Hooker and Marty Malloy, all of Newman Tractor; and Eric LaForge, Jordan Van Wie, Foster Ladlee and Mike Maguire, all of SANY America. At NPE, SANY displayed equipment not previously seen by many attendees, including the newest SANY motor grader and compaction machines.
The annual National Pavement Expo was held Jan. 23 to 25, 2024, at the Tampa Convention Center on the waterfront in downtown Tampa. The show attracted attendees and exhibitors from across the country.
A huge contingency of exhibitors of leading brands from the paving and pavement maintenance industry displayed their products in the Expo area, while more than 50 conference sessions were conducted. The Expo consistently serves
as a learning experience with plenty of networking opportunities.
National Pavement Expo (NPE) 2025 is scheduled to return to Tampa Jan. 29 to 31, 2025. CEG
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Delaware Valley Paving rolled in from Phoenixville, Pa., and were absolutely “covered up” with attendees looking for more info on its paving and concrete contracting services.
When the doors opened on day one, the exhibit hall aisles were packed with show attendees looking for the newest products to enhance their businesses.
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JCB Re-Enters N.A. Paving Market With CT160, CT260 Compaction Machines
At Pave/X 2024 JCB introduced two new tandem roller compaction machines to the North American market. The CT160 and CT260 are designed for ease of use, all day productivity, low maintenance and operator comfort.
At 3,770 to 6,041 lbs., these machines are easily trailered. The CT160 offers a choice of either a 31.5 in. or a 39.3 in. drum. The CT260 comes with a 47.2 in. drum. Both machines provide contractors with high precision and high uptime compaction operations.
“We are re-entering the North American market with a strong, proven product,” said James Gill, product manager — backhoe loaders, site dumper and compaction equipment at JCB North America.
“The models have been available in markets outside of North America for some time. They have proven to be a great success, and the durability has been truly tried and tested.
“The CT160 and CT260 are market leaders in their sector with well over 25 percent of market in some regions,” Gill said. “By re-entering the North American market with a product that we have confidence in, it paves the way for the rollout of an extensive portfolio of compaction equipment.”
The machines will be branded once again with “Vibromax,” after the German company JCB acquired in 2005.
“The Vibromax was a wellrespected product, with the North American arm of the original company being based out of Racine, Wisconsin,” Gill said.
The JCB Vibromax soil compaction machinery line is manufactured to world-class standards and used globally. JCB has put all the engineering expertise acquired from Vibromax into the development of these new compaction products, the company said.
With this expansion of the Vibromax line come a variety of features and benefits. On both machines, the responsive directional drive lever enables smooth fore and aft movements. From a bird’s eye view the CT160 and CT260 have an hourglass profile, a shape that enables operators to clearly see the drum edges. On the CTs’ control panels, work modes are easy to understand, and the switches are sized to create positive tactile feedback even with gloved hands. Anti-vibration mounts reduce fatigue by isolating the operator from the drum vibrations.
Automatic vibration control is standard, and the CT160 and CT260 feature three simple vibration settings that include:
• Vibration for both drums
• Vibration for the rear drum only, or
• Vibration for the front drum only
The manually adjustable offset on the front drum enables the operator to avoid damage to curbs and ironwork. The rear drum is flush with the rear chassis so operators can work close to walls or obstacles with confidence and precision.
Chamfered edges on the drums ensure a smooth finish, a pressurized water spray system keeps the drums clean during operation, and the drum scraper bars (two per drum) are easy to adjust whether working with stone or asphalt.
All engine service points are accessible at ground level, and a high lift, tilt up engine hood gives operators easy access to all daily maintenance checks. Fuel efficient engines power both models.
The CT160 uses a three cylinder, 19.8 hp engine, and the CT260 models get a three cylinder 24.4 hp engine. All engines are Tier IV Final compliant and do not require a diesel particular filter (DPF) or diesel exhaust fluid (DEF/Ad Blue).
The radiator sits at the center of the machines for protection and easy cleaning. This also makes it easier for the operator to access the battery and other service points. The water spray systems are equipped with replaceable, easy-tofit bayonet nozzles with filters. Additionally, rust is eliminated due to stainless steel spray bars.
The new central articulation joint is maintenance-free, cutting greasing time and operating cost, while preventing neglect for rental customers, the manufacturer said.
To make daily maintenance efficient and fool-proof, the CTs’ water tanks are embossed with “WATER ONLY” lettering and have a white cap. This prevents any confusion that might occur with other machines that have a blue cap for the DEF/Ad Blue filler tank.
JCB’s LiveLink telematics system is standard, providing customers with real-time location and geofencing, utilization monitoring and operational data, including when the vibration system is in use. Additionally, JCB LiveLink critical machine alerts can pre-empt unscheduled maintenance and help with maintenance planning. Remote access to JCB LiveLink historical data and maintenance records can further improve machine and fleet management.
For more information, visit www.jcb.com.
(Photos courtesy of JCB)
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Expo Presents More Than 50 Conference Sessions in Tampa
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Promoting “Contractors Wanted” for its national services was the unique campaign at Ben’s Asphalt’s display. Ed Howard (L) and Erik Benson (C), both of Ben’s Asphalt.
Women of Asphalt were conference sponsors and had a huge contingent of members to promote their initiatives and to advance awareness of being an international organization. (L-R) are Amy Bush, Tori Baires, Michelle Davis, Britney Durant, Michaela Delucas and Stefani Martella.
Jesse Buzzard (L) and Jeff Johnson (C) of Diamond Blade Warehouse, based in Vernon Hills, Ill., were busy showing their line of diamond tools to interested attendees.
Demonstrating a ride-on debris blower is Buffalo Turbine’s Chris Pukay (R) with prospects Matthew Manners (L) and Richard Manners of Garden State Sealing Inc., Neptune, N.J.
Adam Shaneyfelt (L) and Clark Word of Schwarze Industries, based in Huntsville, Ala., talk to attendees about the Schwarze line of sweepers.
ALLU’s Darin Harn (R) fields questions on the ALLU Transformer crushing and screening buckets from interested attendees during the Expo.
Industries exhibit featured five models of high velocity
Representatives of
(L-R):
ODB (Old Dominion Brush) Co., including John Burgess, Britt Calloway and Tim Stumph, were waiting for the next wave of guests to promote their factory direct brush sales.
The Billy Goat
wheeled blowers.
Sealmaster, based in Sandusky, Ohio, had a continuous flow of guests stop by its exhibit to gain more info on sealcoating material and paving maintenance products.
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Yanmar Celebrates Three Decades of Zero Tail Swing ViO Compact Excavators
With the launch of the ViO series in 1993, Yanmar Compact Equipment popularized the zero tail swing excavator concept — revolutionizing the ability to work safely in confined locations.
The launch 30 years ago of the Yanmar CE ViO range of compact excavators caused a sensation. Unlike other excavators of its kind at the time, at no stage of its rotation did the rear of the cab/superstructure of the ViO extend beyond its tracks. This meant that the machines could operate in the tightest of spaces without fear of a rear collision with nearby buildings, vehicles — or people. The concept was embraced by the global industry and soon displaced as much as 70 percent of the standard models on work sites.
Although zero tail swing excavators are now a dominant part of the compact equipment market, the ViO is still
leading the way 30 years on. Collectively, many thousands of collisions and accidents have been avoided, and work in the tightest of spots been made possible — all due to the launch of Yanmar CE’s ViO range.
Defying Laws of Physics
The zero tail swing concept is much cleverer than just shrinking the size of the superstructure. In traditional excavators having a protruding counterweight at the rear of the excavator is useful in balancing loads at the front, when lifting or digging, for example. But with this removed, the engineers at Yanmar CE needed to create similar counterweight forces by other means, while still maintaining impressive lift capacity.
The ViO is incredible versatile, and able to work in the tightest and narrowest of job sites. Now in its 7th genera-
tion, the range has expanded and is still going strong. Recently the designedfor-Japan ViO80-7 was declared a winner in this year’s prestigious Japan Institute of Design Promotion’s 2023 Good Design Award.
The ViO zero tail swing concept has consistently developed over the last 30 years. The ViO17 is a good example of the current breed. Neither the counterweight, nor the front part of the upper frame extend beyond the track width. This gives the 4,023-lb. model an extremely tight turning radius. And yet, due to its 4-ft. 2-in. undercarriage, large counterweight and good weight distribution, it equals or surpasses conventional machines, as well as having great lifting capabilities, the manufacturer said.
For more information, visit www.yanmar.com/global/ construction/.
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Rototilt’s Joysticks Earn More Good Design Accolades
With two design awards in 2022 and a German Design Award in 2023, RC Joysticks from Rototilt have secured another win, this time receiving a Good Design Award in the “Electronics” category.
“It was a meticulous design process, and we’re glad to see the appreciation, both in terms of the response from users and the industry,” said Caroline Jonsson, product manager at Rototilt.
Rototilt, a Swedish tiltrotator manufacturer with subsidiaries worldwide, including North America, released the new joysticks for excavators and tiltrotators, RC Joysticks, in late 2022. Since then, they have won three design awards, including a Red Dot Design Award, IF Design Award and a German Design Award.
Now they have received another accolade in North America with a Good Design Award in the “Electronics” category.
“Amidst a record-breaking number of applications for the GOOD DESIGN AWARDS, it’s with pride and gratitude that we accept this prestigious distinction for our RC Joysticks,” said Jonsson. “Winning this award is a result of our commitment to setting a new standard in excavation technology.”
Founded in Chicago in 1950, GOOD DESIGN is one of the oldest and most recognized programs for design excellence worldwide. The prestigious award is distributed by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture
“It was a meticulous design process, and we’re glad to see the appreciation…”
and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. It is the first Good Design Award that Rototilt has received.
“It was a meticulous design process, and we’re happy to see the response from users and the industry recognition,” Jonsson said. “RC Joysticks receiving their fourth design award really is a testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence by the team. It reaffirms not only the innovation behind the product, but also its impactful role in improving the experience when using a tiltrotator. One precise movement at a time.”
From March 15 to May 12, 2024, the Museum will exhibit the 2023 GOOD DESIGN Show at Contemporary Space Athens in Athens, Greece.
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Diamond Mowers Offers Attachments
to Optimize Vegetation Management
Diamond Mowers offers solutions for clearing brush, grass and trees, as well as mulching, with a variety of excavator attachments. These attachments are built to perform critical tasks for a variety of land clearing projects.
Excavator Brush Cutter Pro X
Diamond Mowers’ heavy-duty, hydraulically driven 40 in. Excavator Brush Cutter Pro X slices trees and brush up to 4 in. in diameter and is equipped with a spring-loaded retractable shield to deflect debris.
Its simple design keeps operation and maintenance costs low, and it’s most productive on tall grass, small trees, fence lines and large-scale brush clearing applications due to the Tri-Hex mulching disc that provides powerful inertia in tough conditions and prevents material build-up between the deck and blade carrier, the manufacturer said.
The attachment also is available in 50-in., 60-in. and 72in. cutting widths to handle materials up to 10 in. in diameter.
Excavator Disc Mulcher Pro X
Ideal for rural environments, thick trees, pasture reclamation and hard-to-reach areas that require vegetation management, the 36-in. Excavator Disc Mulcher Pro X uses stored energy and hydraulic power to mulch, making it an energyefficient and cost-effective choice.
Using the four-point hardened steel teeth on the perimeter and bottom surface of the mulching disc, this attachment cuts grass, brush and small trees up to 6 in. in diameter and mulches the same materials up to 4 in. in diameter.
It’s also equipped with a thumb receiver that functions like a grapple and can be used on its own to manipulate and manage downed brush, as well as steel deflectors with full casing that direct materials downward after they’ve been mulched.
Excavator Drum Mulcher DC Pro X
The Excavator Drum Mulcher DC Pro X effectively cuts back and processes unwanted over or undergrowth, making it ideal for land clearing, vegetation management and utility and roadside maintenance.
Offered in 30-in. and 50-in. cutting widths to accommodate excavator carriers from 4.5 to 10 metric tons, it is equipped with a Rexroth 63cc adjustable displacement
hydraulic motor to power through material up to 8 in. in diameter, while an abrasion-resistant AR 400 liner minimizes wear from debris.
Oversized, serrated skid shoes hang off the sides of the attachment head to control, position and manipulate downed material for more effective processing, and its optimized infeed system allows for optimum tree engagement, feeds materials from left to right as it sweeps the ground for greater productivity per pass and produces an aesthetically desirable chip size
For more information, visit diamondmowers.com.
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60 Paul Rd. Rochester, NY 585/235-3011
1653 NY Route 11 Kirkwood, NY 607/775-2006
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Groff Tractor & Equipment
2550 E. Cumberland St. Lebanon, PA 717/273-2616
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Shantee Felix, MDOT SHA media relations manager, reported that currently, Six-M is working on minor activities on the punch list.
“There were challenges throughout the duration of the project but with the partnering and cooperation of stakeholders and the prime contractor everything went smoothly,” she said. “All three bridges are now fully opened to traffic.”
Felix reported that this is an interchange reconstruction project that involves the replacement of three bridges at the MD 151 (Sparrows Point Boulevard) and MD 151B (Wharf Road) interchange in the Sparrows Point area of Baltimore County.
The project involves the following activities: replacement of three steel beam bridges within the MD 151 (Sparrows Point Blvd.) / MD 151B (Wharf Rd.) interchange at Tradepoint Atlantic (TPA); reconstruct retaining walls, approach roadways and embankment; perform roadway work including milling and resurfacing and full depth reconstruction; install approach guardrails, sidewalks, and MDOT concrete median barriers; install drainage structures, grass swales, signing and paving; and underground utility relocations.
MDOT SHA fully implemented the new electronic Construction Management System, which is designed to allow access and input from multiple project users. Crews used drone footage to report progress and enhance project documentation.
Felix said this project involved the use of cellular concrete, which is a mixture of cement, water and preformed foam.
“Unlike traditional grouts and fill materials, cellular concrete has a lighter unit weight and can be pumped through small diameter lines,” she said. “There is also a cost savings due to logistics, since this product calls for fewer deliveries to the site and faster placement.”
This interchange reconstruction project involves a vital economic corridor that provides access to major employers such as Amazon, FedEx and Under Armour, which are
housed at the Tradepoint Atlantic (TPA) logistics center.
“MDOT SHA was doing this project while Tradepoint Atlantic [TPA] had its own facility development projects under way,” Felix said. “TPA was working to replace/upgrade waterline in the interchange area, and that required ongoing coordination between MDOT SHA and TPA.”
She added that maintenance of traffic was a challenge due to the multiple phases of work and the coordination with the tenants at the TPA facility to ensure smooth traffic flow and
access.
“Maryland is open for business, and this represents the state’s support of economic development at a vital transportation hub that includes the Tradepoint Atlantic logistics center,” Felix said. “National tenants include Amazon, McCormick, Volkswagen, BMW, Home Depot. LaFarge has a cement plant at the southern end of the interchange.” The MD 151/Wharf Rd. interchange is south of I-695
see INTERCHANGE page 86
This interchange reconstruction project involves a vital economic corridor that provides access to major employers such as Amazon, FedEx and Under Armour, which are housed at the Tradepoint Atlantic (TPA) logistics center. The
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Ring Power, James Roe Gear Up for 2024 INDY NXT Season
Buckle up, racing fans! Irish phenom James Roe and Ring Power Corporation, the premier Cat dealer in north and central Florida, announced their continued partnership for the 2024 INDY NXT by Firestone season.
This dynamic duo is back for another year of high-octane action, fueled by a shared passion for excellence and a relentless pursuit of victory.
“I’m incredibly grateful for Ring Power’s unwavering support,” said Roe. “Their dedication to pushing boundaries, both on and off the track, has been instrumental in my journey. This partnership isn’t just about sponsorships; it’s about a shared passion for exceeding expectations and achieving the impossible together.”
David Alban, president of Ring Power, echoed Roe’s sentiment.
“Continuing our partnership with James isn’t just about supporting a talented driver; it’s about aligning ourselves with the same values that drive Ring Power forward. His relentless pursuit of excellence, commitment, teamwork, integrity and unwavering focus on safety are the cornerstones of our company culture.
The Ring Power logo will continue to be proudly
symbol of unwavering support and a shared vision for success.
“We see James’s passion in every lap, and it mirrors our commitment to delivering peak performance in everything we do.”
In 2023, Roe showcased his talent and dedication to his craft — with 10 top-ten finishes, including his first INDY NXT podium on the hallowed grounds of the
Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. His success during the 2023 season demonstrated his ability to learn, adapt and conquer new challenges.
Building on this strong foundation, Roe is
poised for a break-out season in 2024 as he returns to pilot the No. 29 Topcon Dallara for the Andretti INDY NXT team.
The partnership between Ring Power and Roe extends far beyond the racetrack. Both parties share a deep-rooted passion for innovation and technology, constantly striving to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Ring Power leverages cutting-edge data analysis and advancements to optimize job site safety, equipment performance and productivity for its customers. This dedication to progress resonates with Roe’s relentless pursuit of excellence on the track, where every millisecond and strategic decision can make the difference between victory and defeat.
“At Ring Power, we believe in harnessing the power of technology to achieve optimal results,” said Alban. “It’s this shared commitment to pushing boundaries and embracing the latest advancements that truly cements the synergy between James Roe and Ring Power. We’re both constantly striving to be the best, and together, we’re unstoppable.”
The Ring Power logo will continue to be proudly displayed on the No. 29 livery, a symbol of unwavering support and a shared vision for success.
(Baltimore Beltway) with access to other interstate highways, including I-95.
Felix said that Tradepoint Atlantic has a deep-water port with a 50-ft. main channel on the Patapsco River and a privately-owned short line railroad that links to CSX and Norfolk Southern. The rail lines date back to the 1950s and have multiple tracks within the interchange area.
“In the 1950s, the Bethlehem Steel Company built the MD 151 bridges at the Wharf Road Interchange,” Felix said. “The bridges serviced the main entrance for Bethlehem Steel’s Sparrows Point plant, which is now the main entrance to Tradepoint Atlantic.”
While safe for travel, the bridges were reaching the end of their useful service life.
“Replacing the bridges improves the safety of motorists and supports the development of the TPA site and surrounding businesses,” Felix said.
The three new bridges are approximately the same width and length as the existing bridges and are designed to support the increase in truck traffic entering and exiting Tradepoint Atlantic.
The project includes functional improvements such as bicycle-compatible shoulders
on the bridges and a new sidewalk along MD 151 at the Wharf Road interchange. Completion means that the long-term maintenance and the structural integrity and
reliability of all three bridges will be improved.
Major subcontractors on the job include CJGEO for lightweight material that was
used as back fill; Machado for concrete supply; Paul J. Rack for concrete barrier construction; Nasir and Associates for supplying HP Piles fabricated structural steel; Structural Steel Products is in charge of supplying fabricated structural steel metals; Reliable Contracting for paving; Manolis for painting and contracting; Lems Contracting for landscape work; Collinson and Stollar for signages and traffic signals; DRM Associates for deck pans; United Crane and Rigging for fabricated structural steel erection; Wagman for deck grooving and Clark Reinforcing for supplying and installing reinforcing for all concrete structures.
A total of 25 workers were assigned to the job on any given day, including subcontractors.
The project included 50,000 cu. yds. of earth moved, 4,500 cu. yds. of concrete, 30,000 cu. yds. of lightweight material, 16,000 linear ft. of 12x53 H Piling, 4,000 cubic yards of concrete removal, 475 tons of reinforcing steel, 725 tons of structural steel, 1,500 linear ft. of storm drain, 12,000 tons of asphalt, upgrading of existing street lighting and new signage. CEG
(All photos courtesy of MDOT SHA, except where noted.)
The prime contractor is The Six-M Company Inc. of Delta, Pa.
Ring Power Corporation photo
displayed on the No. 29 livery, a
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Electric Mining Truck... GM, Komatsu Collaborate to Develop Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered 930E
General Motors and Komatsu will co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu’s 930E electric drive mining truck, the world’s best-selling ultra-class haul truck.
GM, a leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, and Komatsu, a global manufacturer of mining and construction equipment, will jointly design and validate the technology.
Lightweight and quick to refuel, hydrogen fuel cells are ideal for electrifying applications traditionally powered by diesel engines. Hydrogen provides an effective method to package large quantities of energy onboard the vehicle, without compromising payload carrying capacity.
Additionally, fuel cells provide an excellent zero tailpipe emissions solution for vehicles with extreme hauling requirements, like the Komatsu 930E mining truck, with its nominal payload of 320 tons. These vehicles typically operate at a single mine throughout their life, which simplifies the challenges of sizing and deploying an effective hydrogen refueling infrastructure to service the vehicle fleet.
“At GM, we believe fuel cells can play an integral role in a zero-emissions future, helping to electrify heavier-duty applications, beyond passenger vehicles,” said Charlie Freese, executive director of GM’s Global HYDROTEC business.
“Mining trucks are among the largest, most capable vehicles used in any industry, and we believe hydrogen fuel cells are best suited to deliver zero emissions propulsion to these demanding applications.”
Komatsu’s fuel cell-powered mining trucks will provide an additional pathway for decarbonization beyond batterytrolley or battery-static charging solutions, without the need for additional charging infrastructure within mines.
Komatsu has set a target of reducing its global
company’s product offerings, as well as in the company’s facilities and production of its products. Komatsu also works closely with its customers on reducing and eliminating emissions during product use through optimization programs supported by Komatsu technology and service solutions.
GM’s target is to be fully carbon neutral in both products and operations by 2040.
“Finding new ways to power the equipment our customers need to do the vital work of mining and construction is a critical part of our commitment to supporting a more sustainable future,” said Dan Funcannon, vice president of North America engineering and development for Komatsu.
“This is essential work that requires cross-industry collaboration, and we are excited to be working with GM on this important solution for a haulage offering without tailpipe emissions.”
GM and Komatsu intend to test the first prototype HYDROTEC-powered mining vehicle in the mid-2020s at Komatsu’s Arizona Proving Grounds (AZPG) research and development facility. This vehicle will be powered by over 2 megawatts of HYDROTEC power cubes.
GM has been conducting fuel cell research and product development for more than 50 years and is one of the only companies with advanced, homegrown technology platforms for both lithium-ion batteries and hydrogen fuel cells. GM and Komatsu believe these complimentary technologies can help spur the adoption of lower-emission mobility solutions and help other industries beyond passenger vehicles meet their sustainability goals.
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ABC: Final Rule Will Create Confusion
Associated Builders and Contractors released a statement from Vice President of Regulatory, Labor and State Affairs Ben Brubeck opposing the U.S. Department of Labor’s independent contractor final rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
“By undermining the flexible, independent work for millions of Americans, President Joe Biden’s DOL is choosing to move forward with a final rule that creates an ambiguous and difficult-to-interpret standard for determining independent contractor status,” said Brubeck. “Under the rule’s multifactor test, employers will now be forced to guess which factors should be given the greatest weight in making the determination. Instead of promoting much-needed economic growth and protecting legitimate independent contractors, the final rule will result in more confusion and expensive, time-consuming, unnecessary and often frivolous litigation, as both employers and workers will not understand who qualifies as an independent contractor.
“Legitimate independent contractors are a vital part of the construction industry...”
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“Regrettably, the confusion and uncertainty resulting from the final rule will cause workers who have long been properly classified as independent contractors in the construction industry to lose opportunities for work,” said Brubeck. “Legitimate independent contractors are a vital part of the construction industry, providing specialized skills, entrepreneurial opportunities and stability during fluctuations of work common to the industry. They play an important role for large and small contractors, delivering construction projects safely, on time and on budget for their government and private customers. This move will jeopardize the ability of construction firms to continue the industry’s longstanding practice of utilizing legitimate independent contractors.”
ABC strongly supported the 2021 final rule, which simplifies and clarifies the factors for determining when a worker is an independent contractor versus an employee under the FLSA. The Biden DOL froze and then rescinded the 2021 rule over the opposition of ABC and other industry associations.
In March 2021, ABC, its Southeast Texas chapter and the Coalition for Workforce Innovation filed suit against the DOL, which remains pending. In March 2022, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas dealt a blow to the Biden administration’s efforts to delay and rescind the 2021 independent contractor final rule in that case. Under a decision applauded by ABC, the ABC-supported rule went into effect as scheduled on March 8, 2021.
In October 2022, the DOL announced a new proposed rule to rescind and replace the 2021 final rule and ABC submitted comments in opposition on Dec. 13.
For more information, visit abc.org.
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Doosan Bobcat Showcases Vision of Job Site of Future
During CES’ Media Days event, Doosan Bobcat Inc., a company within Doosan Group, showcased how the company is driving equipment advancements by leveraging emerging technologies.
“We ignited an entire industry 65 years ago with the creation of the compact loader, and today, we are leading the equipment industry into a bold new future,” said Scott Park, Doosan Bobcat CEO and vice chairman.
“Founded on iron, we are reimagining the future of our equipment to give customers more power, performance and control with a focus on connectivity, alternative power sources, autonomous capabilities and more.”
The company shared several examples of commercialized products, recent concept products and innovation advancements that demonstrate a significant shift in functionality and capabilities. Among its latest concept updates and introductions, it unveiled the industry’s first autonomous and electric articulating tractor — the Bobcat AT450X enabled by Agtonomy.
Bobcat established a partnership with Agtonomy, a Silicon Valley-based, ag tech software company, to develop autonomous equipment innovations that increase ag productivity and performance.
“Our mission at Bobcat is to empower people to accomplish more. Through strategic partnerships with companies like Agtonomy, we are committed to advancing our worksite solutions to help solve our customers’ toughest challenges,” Park said. “By combining our proven equipment with the latest technologies, we are reinventing how work gets done.”
Designed with wheels instead of tracks to optimize battery run time, the RogueX2 also features axial flux motors that give the machine incredible pushing power.
Designed with wheels instead of tracks to optimize battery run time, the RogueX2 also features axial flux motors that give the machine incredible pushing power.
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HD Hyundai Wins CES Innovation Award for Second Consecutive Year
HD Hyundai has once again won the CES 2024 Innovation Awards, following its wins in 2023. The consecutive wins underscore the company’s potential and competence in producing next-generation technologies to serve future humanity.
HD Hyundai’s three award-winning products and solutions for the CES 2024 Innovation Awards are:
• HD Hyundai XiteSolution: Smart Collision Mitigation with Sensor Fusion, X-Agent (AI-based machine assistance for construction equipment)
• Avikus: NeuBoat Navi (autonomous navigation solution for recreational boats)
The CES Innovation Awards is an annual competition held by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), which honors products with outstanding technologies and innovation. The awards are announced each year ahead of CES, the world’s largest IT and consumer electronics trade show held in Las Vegas.
In its first year being entered in the CES Innovation awards, HD Hyundai XiteSolution won in two categories — Vehicle Tech & Advanced Mobility and Mobile Devices, Accessories & Apps.
HD Hyundai XiteSolution Wins Two Awards
HD Hyundai XiteSolution features Smart Collision Mitigation with Sensor Fusion, which is a system that prevents the risk of job site accidents by automatically stopping the machine when detecting people or objects within a certain range of the excavator.
HD Hyundai XiteSolution is the first construction equipment manufacturer in the world to use fusion technology to supplement a machine’s cameras and radars. Adding fusion technology greatly elevates accuracy in detecting obstacles and distance from equipment compared to machines with a single sensor.
HD Hyundai XiteSolution also features X-Agent, which is an AI-based machine-assistance solution for excavators, wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and other construction equipment. X-Agent helps advance machine operation and productivity and is created with HD Hyundai’s unmanned automation technology.
This technology self-recognizes and judges equipment information, site environment, and work plan using AI and provides optimized machine operation guidance to the operator. Remote control also is an option with X-Agent for tasks at job sites that are restricted for limited time and space constraints.
Avikus NeuBoat Navi Earns Award
Avikus, an HD Hyundai company that specializes in autonomous ship navigation, won the Innovation Award in 2023 for its NeuBoat product. NeuBoat is an autonomous navigation solution for recreational boats. This year, Avikus won a second consecutive Innovation Award for an updated version of the product known as “NeuBoat Navi,” which includes enhanced AI cognition and control features as well as
Smart Collision Mitigation with Sensor Fusion is a system that prevents the risk of job site accidents by automatically stopping the machine when detecting people or objects within a certain range of the excavator.
a more user-friendly display.
According to HD Hyundai, “It is an honor to be recognized in the CES Innovation Awards with other world-class technology companies as we work to prove our commitment to developing future solutions for land and sea. We will continue to do our best to develop unrivaled technologies that secure our position as a changemaker in the industry.”
HD Hyundai is exhibiting at CES 2024, Jan. 9-12, in booth number 4517 in the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall. HD Hyundai Vice Chairman and CEO Kisun Chung is a keynote speaker on Jan. 10. Chung will showcase how comprehensive innovation in building smart infrastructure will shape a more sustainable future. The keynote will be given at the Venetian hotel in the Palazzo Ballroom on Level 5.
HD Hyundai XiteSolution markets construction equipment in North America under the DEVELON and Hyundai Construction Equipment brands. These brands sell heavy and compact construction equipment in the United States and Canada through independent dealer networks. The construction equipment includes crawler, wheel, and mini excavators; wheel loaders; articulated dump trucks; dozers; material handlers; and log loaders.
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Vice Chairman of HD Hyundai Presents Golden Loader Award
HD Hyundai had a prominent voice at this year’s CES show on Jan. 10, in Las Vegas.
Kisun Chung, vice chairman of HD Hyundai and the grandson of the late Ju-yung Chung, founder of Hyundai, was a keynote speaker at the show. John Taylor III, chairman of NED, and Zack Kavanaugh, vice chairman of NED visited the HD Hyundai interactive CES exhibit and attended Chung’s keynote speech.
As HD Hyundai Construction Equipment’s largest North American dealership, Taylor and Kavanaugh took the opportunity to meet with Chung along with several top-level executives from HD Hyundai’s Construction Equipment Division.
During his CES Keynote speech, Chung presented Hyundai’s Xite Transformation, HD Hyundai’s solution to develop a more sustainable future for humanity. He shared Hyundai’s plans to enable smart construction sites with the help of AI technologies, autonomous equipment operation, site control, remote control solutions, and ecofriendly electrification, along with other future equipment innovations.
“Hyundai has an unparalleled history of setting bold goals to become leaders in various industries and then quickly achieving those goals. Under Mr. Chung’s leadership, we believe construction equipment is the next place Hyundai will dominate,” said Kavanaugh.
During their meeting, Chung presented NED with a gold-plated scale model of a Hyundai wheel loader as a token of his appreciation to National Equipment Dealers for their continued loyalty and support as a successful dealership and HD Hyundai partner.
“National Equipment Dealers envisions a future in which HD Hyundai leads the industry as a top OEM in North America and Mr. Chung’s vision will help us collectively achieve that,” said Kavanaugh.
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Doosan Bobcat Shows How to Leverage Emerging Tech
TECHNOLOGY from page 94
Technology, Sustainable Design of AT450X
The battery-powered AT450X combines Bobcat’s tough and versatile articulating tractor with Agtonomy’s software and embedded-computing technology to support emissions-free and autonomous operation, thus allowing farmers to automate labor- and time-intensive tasks.
The AT450X is designed to autonomously or remotely carry out critical farm tasks in compact applications, such as vineyards and orchards. Farmers can remotely direct the tractor to execute a wide range of tasks, including mowing, spraying, precision weeding, product and material transport and other labor-intensive activities.
“By digitally transforming the equipment farmers know and trust, we can help them combat the daily challenges they face, such as labor constraints and the ever-increasing demand for sustainable farming practices in specialty crops,” said Tim Bucher, CEO and co-founder of Agtonomy.
“The Bobcat AT450X with Agtonomy’s TeleFarmer technology makes the perfect end-to-end solution for agriculture and other
industries allowing both companies to make a positive impact and that is what it is all about.”
Features of AT450X
• To operate, users plot the machine’s mission path via Agtonomy’s mobile application. This allows the end user to easily plan, execute and monitor jobs running on an unlimited number of connected machines simultaneously which can yield a positive ROI for owners.
• The machine leverages AI to constantly “learn” and dynamically react to its environment. Through vision-based systems, it can detect known and unknown objects to autostop operation if needed.
• Capable of 24/7 operation, the AT450X can swap batteries when it needs to replenish its energy source. It does this by returning to its home base when its battery is low, switching to a fully charged battery and placing its drained battery back to its charging station.
• Commercialization details will be announced at a later date.
“With our company’s beginnings in agriculture, we have a strong connection to the land and an appreciation for the farmers who
work long hours in a wide variety of conditions to feed the world,” said Joel Honeyman, Doosan Bobcat vice president of global innovation.
“As we innovate for the work sites of tomorrow, solutions like the AT450X will help make farming more productive, efficient and sustainable through digital advancements.”
Evolving Concepts
At CES 2024, Bobcat also is showcasing the next evolution of its RogueX concept loader with the all-electric and autonomous RogueX2. Designed with wheels instead of tracks to optimize battery run time, the RogueX2 also features axial flux motors that give the machine incredible pushing power.
Together, the RogueX and RogueX2 concept loaders have garnered many new patents pending.
“These patents represent more than new features on a machine — they signify how we are breaking rules to define something new,” Honeyman said.
“To build a smarter, more sustainable and connected future, we must ask the questions no one else has thought to ask before and
invent new solutions.”
During Media Days, the company also shared updates on its autonomous mower designed to operate with Greenzie software and the all-electric Bobcat S7X skid-steer loader, which was recognized as a CES Innovation Award honoree in two categories.
Among its new concept introductions, Bobcat has commercialized several innovations in the areas of connectivity, electrification and autonomous operation, including its battery-electric excavators, the all-electric Bobcat T7X compact track loader, Bobcat MaxControl remote operation, Bobcat Machine IQ, Features on Demand, among others.
“Invention is not new for our company; it’s how we started and how we continue to evolve,” Park said. “And just as our equipment design has evolved over the past sixplus decades, we are continuing to advance it with new technologies to be smarter, faster, more powerful and more sustainable. We are re-envisioning our solutions through the lens of tomorrow’s jobsite and our customers’ needs.”
For more information, visit bobcat.com. (All photos courtesy of Bobcat)
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Zack Kavanaugh, vice chairman, NED; John Taylor III, chairman, NED; and Kisun Chung, vice chairman of HD Hyundai.
Volvo Acquires Battery Business From Proterra Inc., Proterra Operating Co.
The Volvo Group has completed the previously announced transaction whereby the Group acquired the battery business from Proterra Inc. and Proterra Operating Company Inc.
The acquisition, which was made at a purchase price of USD 210M before adjustment for inventory level at closing, includes a development center for battery modules and packs in California and an assembly factory in Greer, S.C.
“These assets and the skills and competence of the Proterra team are a great complement to our current footprint and enables us to accelerate our battery-electric roadmap even further,” said Lars Stenqvist, CTO Volvo Group.
Volvo intends to run Proterra as a going concern and deliver to selected customers.
The transaction has no material impact on the Volvo Group financial performance.
For more information, visit volvogroup.com.
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ECA Announces Boart Longyear as New Dealership
Equipment Corporation of America (ECA), a provider of construction and drilling equipment, announced its new partnership with Boart Longyear, a supplier of drilling services, drilling equipment and performance tooling.
This collaboration marks a significant expansion in ECA’s offering of technologically advanced drilling solutions.
“Boart originally approached ECA to be a dealer for the consumable items like drill rods, bits and tools,” said Dave Johnston, ECA Pittsburgh branch manager. “The conversation then turned to ECA also representing the Boart Core drills.”
Established in 1890, Boart Longyear has been at the forefront of innovation in the mining and drilling industry. Its extensive experience in providing drilling services, equipment, and tooling for the mining sector, energy projects, mine dewatering, oil sands exploration and more, makes it a leader in the field.
Boart Longyear’s product range, renowned for its technological advancement, includes everything from hand-held pneumatic drills to compact production drills, catering to a wide spectrum of drilling requirements. Its Down-the-Hole tools are specifically designed to ensure straighter drilling with minimal deviation, enhancing blasting accuracy and rock fragmentation efficiency.
A highlight of the Boart Longyear product line that ECA will now offer is the LF 90D surface coring drill. Known for its robust hydraulic system and user-friendly controls, the LF 90D excels in diamond core drilling, especially under challenging conditions. Its modular design simplifies field maintenance, significantly reducing downtime and enhancing productivity. Additionally, the drill incorporates advanced safety features such as a rotation barrier, mainline winch tensioner, and an optional wireline spooler, reinforcing safety during tough drilling operations.
“Core drilling is used to investigate below-grade geology, which is a great fit for what we do at ECA,” Johnston said.
ECA service technicians are attending factory training for the Boart Longyear product line in January 2024 to ensure customers can receive the best-in-class technical support they’ve come to expect.
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1. 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-a-kind) 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).
2. VIRTUAL: Thursday, February 22: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, John Deere, Case Construction Equipment, Attachments, Support, Trailers and Trucks.
3. 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.
4. TIMED: Closes- Friday, March 8, Opens- Friday, February 23: FT. WORTH, TEXAS: One Owner. 70+ Lease Returns. Large Quantity Late Model Dump Trucks(6 & 7 axle), Truck Tractors and Trailers and more.
5. TIMED: Closes- Saturday, March 9, Opens- Wednesday, February 28: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.
6. 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.
7. TIMED: Closes- Wednesday, March 13, Opens- Wednesday, 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.
8. LIVE: Thursday, March 14: HOUSTON, TEXAS: Late Model Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support Equipment, All Types of Trucks and Trailers.
9. LIVE: Saturday, March 16: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Large Rental Fleet Construction Utility Equipment Auction. Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity of Support.
10. 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.
11. LIVE: Wednesday, March 27: ACME, PENNSYLVANIA: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.
12. LIVE: Thursday, March 28: ALIQUIPPA, PENNSYLVANIA: 3 Major Job Completions of Late Model Construction, Earthmoving Equipment, All Types Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
13. TIMED: Closes- Friday, March 29, Opens- Tuesday, March 19: ALIQUIPPA, PENNSYLVANIA: Large Assortment of Support Used on These 3 Major Job Completions. 14-17. 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.
18. 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.
19. 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.
20. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, April 25, Opens- Monday, April 15: LANCASTER (Columbus), OHIO: Large Quantity Late Model 53ft. to 48ft. Van Trailers.
21. 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.
22. LIVE: Saturday, April 27: ITHACA, NEW YORK: Charity Auction. Cornell University. AGR Fraternity
23. LIVE: Sunday, April 28: BREWERTON, NEW YORK: Collectible Signs and Beautiful House on Oneida Lake, 90ft. Water Frontage.
24. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, May 9, Opens- Thursday, May 2: SYRACUSE, NEW YORK: Dump Trucks, Truck Tractord, Trailers, Construction Equipment, Truck Parts and Support Equipment.
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
25. MONTREAL, CANADA: Rental Returns of Cat, Komatsu, John Deere Construction Equipment, Trucks and Trailers.
26. SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Rental Returns of Construction & Utility Equipment, Plus Beautiful Piece of Real Estate with Large Building.
27. 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.
28. FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Highlights Include Late Model Cat, John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Aggregate, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
Rough-Terrain Equipment... AUSA Exhibits Solutions for Concrete Sector at WOC 2024
AUSA, manufacturer of compact rough-terrain material handling vehicles, showcased some of its rough-terrain dumpers and forklifts at the World of Concrete trade show at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
“Every day, more and more professionals show interest and relate dumpers to the AUSA brand.”
“Our commitment to the North American market is strong. We have a prominent distribution network of over 93 sales points spread throughout the territory, allowing us to cover our customers,” said Ignasi Moner, CEO of AUSA US Corp.
“For us, being present for the seventh consecutive time at World of Concrete and having a booth with dumpers reinforces our certainty that this type of vehicle is a great money-and-timesaving asset for the day-to-day operations in the construction industry.
“Every day, more and more professionals show interest and relate dumpers to the AUSA brand. Indeed, all the customers who have tried this type of machine see the potential it has for their business.”
AUSA showcased five models of compact rough-terrain equipment at 2024 World of Concrete. In the dumper category, AUSA exhibited
Ignasi Moner AUSA US Corp.
the electric model D151AEG with a 3,300 lb. / 1.18 cu. yd. load capacity and a swivel skip. Equipped with a lithium-ion battery pack that provides a full day’s work range with off-road power and capabilities as its diesel counterpart.
Also, on display were the new D201AHG with a 4,400 lb./1.7 cu. yd. load capacity and swivel skip, ideal for small inner city works, the D350AHG with a 7,700 lb./2.78 cu. yd. load capacity and suitable for larger projects, and the D601AHG, a powerful dumper of larger dimensions capable of a fast and smooth transport of up to 13,200 lb./4.12 cu. yd.
The C401H forklift also was exhibited, one of the largest in the brand’s catalog, with a 8,000 lb. capacity and a maximum lift height of 17.88 ft.
For more information, visit www.ausa.com.
AUSA
Komatsu Introduces GD955-7 Motor Grader to North America
Komatsu introduced the new GD955-7 motor grader to the North American market. The GD955-7 offers operators the control and precision needed to build and maintain haul roads for truck fleets of 100 tons and up and is an important addition to Komatsu’s motor grader lineup.
This powerful new machine stands out with its ample horsepower and powerful blade downforce pressure for efficient grading performance. With faster working travel speeds compared to the previous model, Komatsu engineered the GD955-7 to increase grading efficiency while helping reduce maintenance requirements and total cost of ownership.
• Moldboard: 18-ft. (5.5 m) standard, 20ft. (6.1 m) moldboard option
Despite its large size, the GD955-7 offers excellent maneuverability. It can execute tight U-turns on a standard 100-ton class haul road without the need to fully cut the wheel or course correct. The long wheelbase and large, 27-degree articulation angle allow a tight turning radius and provide maneuver-
Komatsu’s new GD955-7 motor grader is now available in North America.
ability for narrow haul road applications in confined spaces and around obstacles, according to the manufacturer.
The newly adopted, long-life circle bearing allows for smooth and precise rotation of the moldboard while eliminating the need for circle play adjustments or replacing wear
plates. Coupled with a standard auto-lubrication system, the GD955-7 is engineered to help reduce planned and unplanned maintenance downtime while helping to extend life to overhaul.
“With significant increases in operating weight, blade downforce pressure and
working travel speeds, this new size class motor grader will be a smart choice for increased efficiency on our customer’s mine sites,” said Joseph Sollitt, director of mining support equipment at Komatsu Ltd. For more information, visit www.komatsu.com.
Komatsu photo
AUSA showcased five models of compact rough-terrain equipment at 2024 World of Concrete.
Caterpillar Inc. announced fourth-quarter and full-year results for 2023.
Sales and revenues for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $17.1 billion, a 3 percent increase compared with $16.6 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022. Operating profit margin was 18.4 percent for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared with 10.1 percent for the fourth quarter of 2022. Adjusted operating profit margin was 18.9 percent for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared with 17.0 percent for the fourth quarter of 2022. Fourth-quarter 2023 profit per share was $5.28, compared with $2.79 profit per share in the fourth quarter of 2022. Adjusted profit per share in the fourth quarter of 2023 was $5.23, compared with fourth-quarter 2022 adjusted profit per share of $3.86.
Full-year sales and revenues in 2023 were $67.1 billion, up 13 percent compared with $59.4 billion in 2022. The increase reflected favorable price realization and higher sales volume, driven by higher sales of equipment to end users, partially offset by the impact from changes in dealer inventories. Operating profit margin was 19.3 percent in 2023, compared with 13.3 percent in 2022. Adjusted operating profit margin was 20.5 percent in 2023, compared with 15.4 percent in 2022. Full-year profit was $20.12 per
“I’m very proud of our global team’s strong performance as they achieved the best year in our 98-year history …”
Jim Umpleby Caterpillar Inc.
share in 2023, compared with profit of $12.64 per share in 2022. Adjusted profit per share in 2023 was $21.21, compared with adjusted profit per share of $13.84 in 2022.
“I’m very proud of our global team’s strong performance as they achieved the best year in our 98-year history, including record full-year sales and revenues, record adjusted profit per share and record ME&T free cash flow,” said Caterpillar Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby. “We remain committed to serving our customers, executing our strategy and investing for long-term profitable growth.”
In 2023, adjusted operating profit margin and adjusted profit per share excluded restructuring costs, which included the
impact of the divestiture of the company’s Longwall business and other restructuring costs. 2023 adjusted profit per share also excluded a benefit for certain deferred tax valuation allowance adjustments and markto-market gains for remeasurement of pension and other post-employment benefit (OPEB) plans.
In 2022, adjusted operating profit margin and adjusted profit per share excluded a goodwill impairment charge and restructuring costs related to the Rail division and other restructuring costs. 2022 adjusted profit per share also excluded mark-to-market gains for remeasurement of pension and OPEB plans. Please see a reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures in
Full-year sales and revenues in 2023 were $67.1 billion, up 13 percent compared with $59.4 billion in 2022.
the appendix on page 13.
For the full year of 2023, enterprise operating cash flow was $12.9 billion. During the year, the company repurchased $5.0 billion of Caterpillar common stock and paid dividends of $2.6 billion. Liquidity remained strong with an enterprise cash balance of $7.0 billion at the end of 2023.
Kubota Returns as Presenting Sponsor of Blake Shelton Tour
Kubota Tractor Corporation announced that it is returning as the presenting sponsor for another round of country music superstar Blake Shelton’s “Back To The Honky Tonk” Tour, which kicks off Feb. 22, 2024, in Hershey, Pa., and ends March 29, 2024, in Wichita, Kan.
Along with the tour sponsorship, Kubota also is launching the Kubota Blake Shelton VIP Concert Sweepstakes to provide customers and fans a chance to win tickets to see Blake Shelton perform at one of five tour venues.
“Wherever I am, when I’m on my Kubota, I know I’m in ‘God’s Country,’” said Blake Shelton. “Whether you’re at work or play, Kubota has equipment that’s just right for you. I’m thrilled they’re joining us for another round of my ‘Back To The Honky Tonk Tour.’”
The 17-date tour includes three stops in Canada and features platinum-selling, eight-time chart-topping recording artist Dustin Lynch and rising country artist Emily Ann Roberts, who was a member of Team Blake on the ninth season of NBC’s “The Voice.”
The Kubota Blake Shelton VIP Concert Sweepstakes, which launched Dec. 1 and ends Jan. 19, 2024, offers customers and fans the chance to win one of five VIP packages for an exclusive concert experience, including two VIP tickets, roundtrip flights for two, hotel accommodations for two
nights, and a $500 gift card.
Tour stops for the Kubota Blake Shelton VIP Concert Sweepstakes include Austin, Texas, on March 1; Edmonton, Alberta, on March 8; Tacoma, Wash., on March 15; Palm Springs, Calif., on March 22; and Glendale, Ariz., on March 23.
“Blake counts on Kubota equipment at home on his farm and now he can count on Kubota to be with him on the road as he heads ‘Back To The Honky Tonk,’” said Todd Stucke, Kubota Tractor Corporation senior vice president of market-
ing, product support and special projects.
“We’re all about finishing what we started and doing things right in Kubota Country, so we’re looking forward to joining Blake for the second leg of his tour and connecting with fans and our dealers across the U.S. and Canada.”
To enter the Kubota Blake Shelton VIP Concert Sweepstakes, visit info.kubotausa.com/honkytonktour. For more information and a full list of tour dates for the “Back To The Honky Tonk” Tour presented by Kubota, visit www.BlakeShelton.com.
No purchase necessary to enter or win. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States (D.C.) or Canada (excl. QC), 21 years or older. Void in QC and where prohibited by law. Sweepstakes begins at 9:00:00 am CT on 12/1/23 and ends at 11:59:59 pm CT on 1/19/24. One GP Trip/Concert prize available for Canada participants (ARV $3,105.95 USD approx. $4,265.03 CAD based on a hypothetical Toronto, ON departure) and Four GP Trips/Concerts prizes available for US ($3,205.95 USD). Odds of winning depend on the total number of entries received per country. Skill-test question required for Canadian winner. Subject to full Official Rules. Sponsor: Kubota Tractor Corporation, 1000 Kubota Drive, Grapevine, TX 76051.
Business Calendar
To view our Business Calendar online, go to www.constructionequipmentguide.com.
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC) AGC Events Calendar:
All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program 2nd EditionHybrid (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/)
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CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA (CMAA)
CMAA Focus24
Dates: Sunday, March 10, 2024, to Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Place:Philadelphia Marriott Downtown 1200 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Description: CMAA is a non-profit and non-governmental professional association serving the construction management industry. CMAA Focus24, an in-person and interactive experience, is designed to provide attendees with learning experiences that are valuable to the recipient, relevant to the evolving industry, unique to the profession, and optimal for project and program outcomes.
And we want you to present!
Established in 1982, CMAA sets the standard for managing capital construction projects.
Why join CMAA?
We Set the Standard
Easy access to a wide variety of services and resources that will improve your personal performances, enhance your firm’s capabilities, and brighten the outlook of the entire construction management profession. CMAA is more than the sum of all these elements though. Like any association, what CMAA is and what CMAA does largely depends on you.
Join CMAA today and set yourself on the path to a brighter future.
Raise your CM Career Ceiling to New Heights CCM
BECOME A CERTIFIED CONSTRUCTION MANAGER (CCM) CACM
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-ayear 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
BECOME a CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER (CACM) CMIT
BECOME A CONSTRUCTION MANAGER-In-TRAINING (CMIT) CMAA Focus 24…
RELIABLE. EFFECTIVE. ACCOUNTABLE. LEADERSHIP. Delivering the Future of the Profession.
For more information on this event, contact CMAA at 703/356-2622.
ASSOCIATED BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS (ABC) ABC Convention 2024
DATES:MARCH 13 – 15, 2024
Place:Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, Florida Are You Ready for the Greatest Merit Shop Event of the Year? Celebrating Success. Building Tomorrow.
Members from across the nation return to ABC’s Annual Convention each year to connect, celebrate and advance their businesses with the latest industry, political and technological insights. Join Now!
Member-Driven. Member-Strong. You build communities and shape the industry. We make sure your voice is heard.
Associated Builders and Contractors is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 22,000 members. Based on the Merit Shop Philosophy, we help our members develop people, win work, and deliver work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work. The Best of Both Worlds: Turn Your Business Trip into a Vacation! ABC is proud to return to the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida for ABC Convention 2024. Combining luxury and elegance with a distinctive tropical flair, this four-and-a-half-acre upscale resort is a destination, featuring the Cypress Springs Water Park, the world-class RELACHE Spa, a state-ofthe-art fitness center, award-winning fine dining restaurants, energetic pubs and more. It is the ultimate place to network, relax and rejuvenate while experiencing the excitement of ABC’s biggest Merit Shop Celebration of the year.
For more information on ABC Convention 2024, go to https://abcconvention.abc.org.
MODULAR BUILDING INSTITUTE (MBI)
World of Modular 2024 Annual Convention and Tradeshow
DATES:March 18 – 21, 2024
Place:Rosen Shingle Creek 9939 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819 Join Us in the SUNSHINE STATE!
Located in the heart of Florida, Orlando is home to world-class entertainment, award-winning golf courses, and the best in international and coastal cuisine.
This year, the World of Modular Annual Convention and Tradeshow is taking place in Orlando, FL, giving you the opportunity to meet with hundreds of industry leaders to learn more about the trends that may affect your business. The show has been running for 40 years, providing professionals in the commercial modular building industry with an event during which they can exchange ideas, network and more. World of Modular is an Open Forum for Anyone Interested in Modular Construction!
From general contractors, architects, and designers to suppliers of building products, services, and financing, World of Modular remains the single best place for everyone involved in the modular construction industry to learn, share, and network.
For more information, contact Modular Building Institute: 285 Hydraulic Ridge Road, Suite 6, Charlottesville, VA USA 22901 Phone: 888/811-3288 Email: info@modular.org Events are subject to
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LARGE 2-DAY Absolute Auction
Complete Liquidation
Virtual, Live Broadcast – Wed., April 3, 2024 –
In their (45) years in business, Glenn Johnston, Inc. has provided the very best in underground utility installation, site preparation, paving, and earth moving services. The owners have made the difficult decision to liquidate and sell all assets at absolute auction, without minimums or reserves! Hunyady Auction Company is honored to have been chosen to conduct this complete liquidation of construction equipment, trucks and trailers, support equipment and tools.
Proud Member: NUCA (32) Years; WV Contractors Association (16) Years!
LARGE QUANTITY Construction Equipment and Attachments
