Northeast 6, March 13, 2024

Greenhouse Gas Rules Cause a Stink

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

The construction industry has declared its support of 22 states challenging the FHWA’s greenhouse gas (GHG) performance rules, which went into effect this past December. The AGC and ARTBA believe the federal agency lacks the authority to impose performance measures and that FHWA has underestimated the administrative costs resulting from the mandate. The courts will decide this month.

The two associations, filing briefs in federal courts in February, joined several construction industry groups see RULE page 36

photo Located just off the Potomac River, the historic paper mill in Luke, Md., shut down in 2019 while under ownership of Verso Corp.

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IN THIS ISSUE

NORTHEAST EDITION

NYC UPGRADES WATER MAINS, SEWERS TO

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection, NYC Department of Transportation and NYC Department of Design and Construction announced the completion of a $4.7 million infrastructure project in Westerleigh, Staten Island.

12 HOFFMAN APPOINTS RYAN SHERWOOD AS NEW COMPANY PRESIDENT

Hoffman Equipment, with locations in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, has brought on Ryan Sherwood as the 104-year-old company’s new president.

12 ABC UNVEILS AI RESOURCE GUIDE FOR CONTRACTORS

Associated Builders and Contractors announced it has released an artificial intelligence technology guide for the construction community, which includes definitions, construction use cases and considerations.

18 KOP EQUIPMENT, MULTIQUIP HOST ADVANCED SERVICE SCHOOL

King of Prussia Equipment Corp. and Multiquip-Whiteman recently hosted an “Advanced Service School” for the Multiquip line of ride-on trowels. Eric Witt and Tim Doehr instructed the class of 14 mechanics.

18 GILBANE BUILDING CO. EXPANDS RISING CONTRACTOR PROGRAM

Gilbane Building Co. announced the expansion of its Rising Contractor program, a 12-week program designed to build capacity in minority-owned, womenowned, disadvantaged, LGBTQ and veteran-owned construction companies.

20 MIZZY CONSTRUCTION THRIVES, GROWS WITH EDUCATION, EXPERTISE

Mizzy Construction, a large site development contractor based in Plainville, Conn., was founded in 1988. But the name goes back a lot farther, to company president Stanley Mierzejewski’s father.

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ABC ANNOUNCES TOP-PERFORMING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS

ABC released its 2024 Top Performers lists recognizing its contractor members’ outstanding achievements in safety, quality, inclusion, project excellence and special designations ranked by number of hours worked.

38 WVU SET TO HOST STEEP-SLOPE WINCH ASSIST EVENT

New innovations in steep-slope logging will be demonstrated at an upcoming winch assist demonstration and training day. Attendees will be able to learn about best-practice winch assisting in a live in-forest demonstration environment.

38 ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA ASSIGNS NEW TECHNICAL SALES MANAGER

Isuzu Motors America LLC PowerTrain Division announced the appointment of Ali Jouni, manager, technical sales. This appointment was made by Douglas Bartholomew, manager, distributor sales and business development.

40 GOV. SUPPORTS BUFFALO’S $1B KENSINGTON EXPRESSWAY PROJECT

The $1 billion publicly financed plan to redesign and cap the Kensington Expressway in Buffalo has been given the “green light” by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Niagara Gazette reported Feb. 25.

50 CATERPILLAR SAFETY SERVICES

PROMOTES RESILIENT SAFETY CULTURES

In its 50th year of operation, Caterpillar Safety Services incorporates the latest research and approaches to address safety excellence within organizations, assisting companies with improving the components of a resilient safety culture.

90 KUBOTA RETURNS AS SPONSOR OF THORSPORT RACING, BEN RHODES

Kubota Tractor Corporation and ThorSport Racing announced that Kubota will return as the official tractor company of ThorSport and a primary sponsor of two-time Truck Series champion Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150.

102 RITCHIE BROS. CONDUCTS ITS PREMIER GLOBAL AUCTION IN ORLANDO

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers hosted its premier global auctionin Orlando from Feb. 19 to 23, 2024. Known for its size, selection and premier customer experience, this annual event typically attracts consignors and bidders from all over the world.

106 IEDA ANNUAL MEETING, AUCTION SOARS PAST ITS OWN RECORDS

The February Annual Meeting of the Independent Equipment Dealers Association’s theme was “Soar in 24” and that was on full display at the threeday conference in Kissimmee, Fla., Feb. 16-18.

108 COMPANY CALLS FOR IMPROVED SAFETY IN NON-STANDARD LIFTS

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

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NYC Upgrades Water Mains, Sewers to Alleviate Flooding

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), NYC Department of Transportation (DOT) and NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) announced the completion of a $4.7 million infrastructure project in Westerleigh, Staten Island, that upgraded water mains and sanitary sewers, and added new storm sewers to combat flooding in the area, as well as improvements to roads and sidewalks.

The project, which was finished on time and $1 million under budget, was managed by DDC for DEP and DOT.

“This specific project was initiated by residents reporting chronic flooding conditions to 311, and an investigation by our engineers found that there was an opportunity to add dedicated storm sewers to the area which would create additional drainage capacity and relieve flooding conditions,” said DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala.

“We are planning to invest more than $800 million for drainage upgrades on Staten Island over the next decade and when our partners at DDC complete these projects under budget, that means there’s more funding for additional work.”

“Improving critical pedestrian infrastructure upgrades on one of Staten Island’s busiest commercial corridors has long been a top priority for DOT and we are pleased to have collaborated with our sister agencies to bring this project to fruition,” said NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. “This project, in addition to advancing water main work, delivered upgraded pedestrian ramps, new sidewalks and crosswalk markings along Forest Avenue, which will enhance accessibility and public safety for the community, and we thank local residents and stakeholders for their advocacy.”

“This project, which was completed on time and $1 million under budget, will help

curb major flooding issues that have affected this area, including water ponding in crosswalks,” said NYC Department of Design and Construction Commissioner Thomas Foley. “Improved street conditions make it safer for pedestrians and motorists alike, while upgrades to the area’s water mains and sanitary sewers mean homeowners and businesses will have long-term reliable service. We are delighted to complete this project successfully for the people of Westerleigh.”

The project, which started construction in December 2021, was created to alleviate the flooding issues on North Avenue, between Livermore Avenue and Neal Dow Avenue, which is adjacent to Northerleigh Park, as well as on Forest Avenue between Livermore Avenue and Marianne Street. More than 1,300 ft. of new storm sewers of up to 3 ft. in diameter were installed to help carry out excess rainwater from the area.

Over 3,600 ft. of cast iron distribution water mains and a total of 1,032 ft. of 10-in. sanitary sewers were upgraded to increase capacity.

To improve street drainage, 10 new catch basins were installed and eight were upgraded. The project also included the upgrade of 13 fire hydrants.

To improve pedestrian safety, more than 1,600 ft. of curb, and a total of 16 corner pedestrian ramps were upgraded, and three

new ramps were added, making them all ADA compliant. Additionally, about half a mile of sidewalk was restored in the vicinity next to a shopping area. Nearly 10,000 sq. ft. of asphalt road pavement were restored, with new high-visibility pedestrian crosswalk markings for safety.

“These infrastructure and sewer improvements will address flooding and enhance the quality of life for Westerleigh residents and businesses,” said New York State Senate Deputy Minority Leader Andrew Lanza. “I would like to thank DEP Commissioner Aggarwala, DOT Commissioner Rodriguez, DDC Commissioner Foley and the numerous workers for their dedication and hard work to bring these projects to fruition and under budget.”

“Westerleigh deserves state of the art drainage and stormwater management,” said Councilmember David Carr. “For too long residents dealt with flooding in their homes and neighborhood during a storm, but today we can proudly say that is no longer a reality. I would like to thank to Department of Design and Construction, Department of Environmental Protection, and Department of Transportation for their coordinated efforts to bring relief to Westerleigh.”

For more information, visit www.nyc.gov/ddc. 

(All photos courtesy of NYC Department of Design and Construction)

Map shows area covered by project. New storm sewers were installed on North and Forest avenues.

Construction of the 30-in. reinforced concrete pipe storm sewer on North Avenue.

Upgraded roadway pavement, ADA compliant curbs, sidewalks and new traffic markings for pedestrian safety on Forest Avenue.

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Hoffman Equipment Appoints Ryan Sherwood as New Company President

Hoffman Equipment, with locations in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, has brought on Ryan Sherwood as the 104-year-old company’s new president.

With his hire, former Hoffman President Tim Watters can now dedicate his time to concentrating solely on his duties as the company’s chief executive officer.

The heavy equipment distribution company sells and rents Volvo, JCB, Manitowoc, Grove, National Crane, Yanmar-ASV, ASTEC, NPK, ShuttleWagon, Bobcat Portable Power Air and Case

Sherwood, a 25-year veteran of the industry, brings to Hoffman an impressive resume of several stints with companies affiliated with Volvo and its various divisions.

It was because of Sherwood’s wealth of accumulated experience that Watters chose him as his replacement in the president’s office.

Sherwood’s strong connection to Volvo (Hoffman’s most important brand) undoubtedly made him an attractive candidate for the role. But his experience from working in so many different areas of the industry will provide the company with a fresh perspective.

“I think I’ll bring fresh eyes coming in and that is a healthy thing,” Sherwood said. “Plus, I will learn a lot from Tim [Watters], which, in turn, will help me. I also bring my connections with Volvo, although Tim already has a good relationship with the manufacturer, but I also know pretty much everyone in that equation and have a long history with them.”

Sherwood began in the construction industry in 2000 as business manager for the Northeast region of L.B. Smith Inc. in Camp Hill, Pa., at the time one of the East Coast’s leading equipment dealerships and the largest Volvo CE distributor in North America.

Among his duties were overseeing credit and collections, financial planning, billing and inventory management for L.B. Smith’s 22 branches from Virginia to New York.

When Volvo CE purchased L.B. Smith in May 2003, Sherwood continued on as the new, Volvo owned company’s financial controller for another two years.

L.B. Smith later became known as Penn-Jersey Machinery and morphed into a subsidiary of Volvo North America. Once again, Sherwood came with the deal and was its chief financial officer until May 2007.

“From there, I went to Volvo proper as a distribution manager in Asheville, N.C., in 2007 and 2008,” he said. “I also worked as Volvo’s director of owned distribution sales services where I oversaw everything but sales until July 2010.”

Then, Sherwood worked several years as executive vice president and CFO of Arrow Truck Sales, a subsidiary of Volvo Group Trucks North America.

But in February 2017, he was on the move again, this time to Shippensburg, Pa., to take on the job of vice president of retail development of Volvo Construction North America, a job he said, “entailed managing dealer development, re-marketing services and the dealership that Volvo CE owned in North America, located in California.”

It was his last position before accepting the position as Hoffman’s new president earlier this year.

“What made the offer appealing to me is that I love this dealership,” Sherwood said. “Many of the people here were part of Penn-Jersey, which Hoffman Equipment acquired in November 2018. I knew many of them from back in the day when I was CFO at that company.

“I got to know Tim in that job with Volvo when he showed an interest in purchasing Penn-Jersey,” he added.

When asked if Watters came to him about becoming president of Hoffman Equipment, Sherwood laughed and said, somewhat unsure, “Yeah, I think he did.

“We were talking about that just the other day,” he added. “I think I may have put a bug into his ear about it, but, yeah, I think he approached me.”

Currently, Sherwood is still in the process of moving to Hoffman’s headquarters in Piscataway, N.J., from central Pennsylvania.

He is excited to get there and settle in with the company culture, which he describes from a newcomer’s point of view as being “extremely strong and tight.” In addition, he would not have accepted the position if Hoffman Equipment was not such a vibrant dealership.

“From what I have seen, they have talented people with a lot of industry experience,” Sherwood said. “I also think they take good care of the customer after the fact and are aggressive in their sales approach, which is reflected in their performance.

“I really like, trust, and respect Tim Watters and enjoy his company, plus I think his is a well-run dealership.”

His own vast amount of industry experience will likely prove invaluable to Watters in allowing him to focus more attention on the big picture issues at Hoffman.

“He knows so many people and it will become easier for him to get out there once I learn what I am doing,” he added.

“I really look forward to working with Ryan here at Hoffman,” said Watters. “His wealth of experience at both the distribution side and the manufacturing side of the industry set him apart as a truly unique candidate with an unmatched skill set that is perfect for this position. Furthermore, he already knows many of our people and even some customers that remain from his tenure here in the early 2000s.”  CEG

ABC Unveils AI Resource Guide for Contractors

Associated Builders and Contractors announced it has released an artificial intelligence technology guide for the construction community, which includes definitions, construction use cases and considerations.

The purpose of the guide is to provide a level of knowledge to ensure contractors can be active participants in the construction AI conversation.

“ABC helps members realize the potential of AI, which helps contractors complete projects on time, minimize staffing challenges, save money and improve health and safety,” said Matt Abeles, ABC vice president of construction technology and innovation.

“The construction industry is faced with a steep worker shortage of more than half of a million in 2024, and promising technologies like AI can help address this challenge. As younger workers become industry leaders, we must approach AI in construction as beneficial with a balanced view that includes continuous evaluation, developing ethical guidelines and increasing awareness about what AI can and cannot do.”

“The possibilities of AI technology may sound endless, but we must first educate ourselves on the basics, and this resource is a starting point to understand AI and its potential impact on the construction industry,” said ABC Director of Construction Technology and Innovation Patrick Scarpati, who authored the guide. “The industry has immense opportunities to evaluate how we can better deliver projects, and we can lean on AI in achieving essential goals like upskilling, workforce development, knowledge transfer, supply chain optimization, enhanced safety design and planning and much more.”

The guide describes uses of AI during the construction project lifecycle, including preconstruction, construction and building maintenance. It also provides definitions of terms, such as deep learning and predictive AI, as well as best practices in drafting office AI policies.

ABC creates the conditions for construction companies to innovate, differentiate, and attract and educate their top talent, ultimately to win and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work. ABC continues to invest in helping its members select and understand high-quality construction technology available to them through its Tech Report, Tech Alliance, Tech Marketplace and Safety Tech Guide.

For more information, visit abc.org/ai. 

Hoffman Equipment photo

Hoffman Equipment Chief Executive Officer Tim Watters (L) and new Hoffman Equipment President Ryan Sherwood.

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KOP Equipment, Multiquip Host Advanced Service School

King of Prussia Equipment Corp. and Multiquip-Whiteman recently hosted an “Advanced Service School” for the Multiquip line of ride-on trowels.

Eric Witt, senior national service manager, and Tim Doehr, field service tech, instructed the class of 14 mechanics.

The class started with a threehour in-depth PowerPoint of each ride-on trowel. Extensive time was spent on proper maintenance and necessary parts to have in hand.

Following the PowerPoint presentation, Witt and Doehr conducted hands-on demonstrations of how to work on the riders. When that was finished, the group broke for lunch, which was pizza provided by King of Prussia Equipment Corp.

After lunch there was a Q&A session.

Dan Dario, district sales manager, distributed gift cards to every participant. Coffee, donuts and refreshments were provided by King of Prussia Equipment Corp. Companies that attended were:

• Forcine Concrete — Malvern, Pa.

• GMAC — Swedesboro, N.J.

• Engleman Construction — Allentown, Pa.

• Neuber Concrete — Phoenixville, Pa.

• Clearwater Concrete — Philadelphia, Pa.

• T&T Construction — Souderton, Pa.

• King of Prussia Equipment — King of Prussia, Pa. 

(All photos courtesy of King of Prussia Equipment)

Gilbane Building Co. Expands Rising Contractor Program

Gilbane Building Company, a global, family-owned construction management firm, announced the expansion of its Rising Contractor program, a 12-week program designed to build capacity in minority-owned, women-owned, disadvantaged, LGBTQ and veteran-owned construction companies.

The program includes virtual and in-person training as well as one-on-one mentor relationships.

“Gilbane recognizes the need to support an equitable, inclusive, and robust construction industry,” said Yvette Stevens, vice president and director of economic inclusion at Gilbane Building Company. “Our Rising Contractor program is designed to support small, promising subcontractors in the industry to increase their knowledge and help open up more opportunities. We want to support contractors to build capacity and business acumen to pursue and win more work with Gilbane or any company in the industry.”

More than 245 companies nationwide have graduated from the program since 2020. Over 75 companies are participating in the 2024 cohort. Gilbane is committed to generating $100 million in awards through 2026 for program graduates. This commitment is part of the company’s overall pledge to award $4 billion in contracts to diverse-

owned businesses through 2026.

“Being in the room with other business owners who have similar challenges in growing their business was very beneficial,” said Rhoni Thompson, president and CEO

of RL Cole Enterprise and a Rising Contractors graduate. “I’ve learned to communicate more and more confidently about business issues like insurance needs for a certain project, and that allows me to go after different projects or maybe be accepted in some more projects than I was prior to the program.”

The Rising Contractor 2024 Program Agenda includes topics such as:

• Developing Financial Strength

• Getting Prequalified

• Safety

• Change Management

• Leveraging Technology

• Competing with Sustainability & Innovation

• Business Development & Marketing

“Our program is designed to provide top notch training and create relationships with Gilbane staff,” said John Rodriguez, Gilbane Rising Contractor program director.

“We believe deeply in the future of our Rising Contractor program graduates and are excited to support the growth of their businesses.” 

The class started with an in-depth PowerPoint of each ride-on trowel.

Mechanics from Forcine Concrete, GMAC, Engleman Construction, Neuber Concrete, Clearwater Concrete, T&T Construction and King of Prussia Equipment attended the service school.

The class included hands-on demonstrations.

Gilbane Building Company photo

Gilbane’s Rising Contractor Program is designed to support diverse-owned businesses in the construction industry.

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Mizzy Construction Thrives, Grows With Education, Expertise

Mizzy Construction, a large site development contractor based in Plainville, Conn., was founded in 1988. But the name goes back a lot farther, to company president Stanley Mierzejewski’s father.

Mierzejewski, who said his last name is “too big to fit on a truck,” chose to use his late father’s nickname as his company’s name.

“His friends all just called him ‘Mizzy’ because Mierzejewski was just too much. I lost my dad when I was six years old, and I named the company after him,” Mierzejewski said.

The company provides a vast array of services, including site clearing, erosion control, drainage, utility installation, excavation, paving, concrete work, paver installation, landscaping and many other services. It prides itself on embracing technology and staying ahead of the curve, which typically translates into lowering the cost of projects during a time when keeping costs under control can be particularly challenging.

The firm has a reputation of being able to confidently

tackle major projects and, when needed, to use its vast resources to solve problems quickly and offer engineering suggestions along the way. Mizzy also prides itself on the expertise of its employees, with each of its project managers being required to have either a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering. The company has on staff two Connecticut licensed professional engineers.

When asked how he got his start in the construction industry, Mierzejewski said, “When I was a kid riding around with my mom in the car, if I saw construction equipment, I made her pull over and let me watch. I had an absolute fascination with construction and construction equipment from as far back as I can remember.

“I got a job with a local construction company right out of high school as a laborer, then advanced into a truck driver & then an equipment operator. At the same time, I went to college, got my education and with the experience I was getting on the job site, combined with my education, I ended up a project manager. After numerous years of hard work I ultimately ended up being an officer of the company.

“An opportunity came my way when a friend of mine who was associated with the telephone company presented to me the chance to do some of their construction work. To get started, I rented a mid-sized dozer and a 200- and 270sized excavator, along with a wheel loader and dirt roller. Shortly after starting to work for the telephone company, we landed a project building a big subdivision. So, between the two of them we were off to a good start.

A John Deere 650K equipped with GPS technology and a John Deere 345LC excavator working in tandem excavating at a Portland, Conn., site. Mizzy will excavate approximately 150,000 cu. yds. of material on the site.

Stanley Mierzejewski (L), president of Mizzy Construction, and Matt LaDuke, sales representative of W.I. Clark, with a recently purchased John Deere loader.

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A John Deere 50G compact excavator is being used at a Portland, Conn., housing development site working on underground utilities. The two-year project is valued at approximately $14 million.

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JR Vinagro Leads Major Demolition Project in Luke, Md.

By Brittney Christopher CEG CORRESPONDENT

One of the largest demolition jobs on the East Coast is taking place in one of the smaller towns in the Northeast — Luke, Md., a town founded in the 18th Century with fewer than 100 residents.

The Piedmont Pulp and Paper Co., an expansive paper mill founded in 1888 by the Luke family, encompassed more than 1.3 million sq. ft. and produced approximately 450,000 tons of paper annually. More recently and commonly known as the Luke Paper Mill, the mill peaked in the 1960s, successfully operated for 131 years and employed hundreds of local residents. Located just off of the Potomac River, the historic paper mill shut down in 2019 while under ownership of Verso Corp. Since then, a massive demolition project began in late summer 2023 with an anticipated completion of summer 2024.

Teaming to Tackle Massive Demolition Job

The two companies involved with this vast job include Port River West LLC of Frostburg, Md., and JR Vinagro Corp., a contractor located in Johnston, R.I.

Bill Miller, born and raised in Maryland and president of Bill Miller Equipment Sales Inc., expressed interest in the property along with several other investors. To acquire most of the paper mill vertical assets, Miller partnered with Kurt Firestone and Marie Miller to establish Port River West LLC.

In addition to bringing immense management skills, scrap buying and scrap selling experience to the partnership, Firestone also provides most onsite employees.

After obtaining the metal assets, Miller subcontracted the demolition to a loyal customer of more than 20 years, JR Vinagro Corp., a successful northeastern demolition contractor to tackle the job. Miller said he “values the long relationship he has had with JR Vinagro Corp. and appreciates their capabilities and professionalism.”

JR Vinagro Corp. has completed hundreds of jobs across the northeast and currently is celebrating its 25th year of

operation. Because of its longstanding partnership and good relations with Miller, along with a company slogan of “Challenge Accepted,” Vinagro’s team welcomed the vast challenge in Maryland.

“We have such good history with Bill Miller that this particular job just seemed right,” said Joe Pasquerella, vice president of demolition at JR Vinagro Corp. “We knew one of the main players in charge; we had someone we could trust and so we accepted it.”

Iron Plays Huge Role

Aside from the enormous size of the paper mill, the demolition poses several challenges with the dense industrial structure, tremendous volume of tanks and silos and the massive boiler buildings. As the biggest job accepted to date, JR

Vinagro Corp. has used only the best resources, employees and equipment to complete the task. From two high-reach excavators, including a Komatsu 1250 and Volvo EC750E HR to numerous Cat 390s, 374s and 349s, the timeline and budget remain on schedule due to the planning, hard work and collaboration of JR Vinagro Corp. and Port River West LLC.

Assisting with the equipment needs on site, Miller’s staff works closely with Brian Palombo, senior superintendent of JR Vinagro Corp., to ensure a smooth completion.

Tad Will, equipment manager of Bill Miller Equipment Sales Inc., with more than 40 years of experience in the industry, has more than a dozen additional pieces of equipment on the job site. This includes one Cat front-end wheel

The Piedmont Pulp and Paper Co., an expansive paper mill founded in 1888 by the Luke family, encompassed more than 1.3 million sq. ft. and produced approximately 450,000 tons of paper annually.

JR Vinagro Corp. has completed hundreds of jobs across the northeast and currently is celebrating its 25th year of operation.

A massive demolition project began in late summer 2023 with an anticipated completion of summer 2024.

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loader, six track excavators with specialty attachments, several rigid frame hauling trucks, including two Cat 768s and a Cat 769 and Cat material handlers that include a MH34 and MH26. Altogether, the equipment enables Palombo and his crew to demo more than 6,000 sq. ft. a day of heavy industrial structure.

As the project approaches midway completion, several upcoming major phases demand the full effort of the teams. Numerous tanks, silos and turbines still require demolition.

“There’s also a very large boiler building with turbines that will need demolished at the tail end of the project,” said Pasquerella.

Although the high-reach excavators provided JR Vinagro Corp. the ability to limit the use of cranes and elevate lifts beforehand, demolishing the boiler building, with boilers as tall as 260 ft., will most likely require the use of cranes. In fact, the boilers are so massive that JR Vinagro Corp. is considering using a local explosive company as an alternative to cranes.

In addition to determining the best way to demolish the boiler buildings, both JR Vinagro Corp. and Port River West LLC have utilized dump trailers to transport steel and other materials to various scrap buyers for recycling.

The former CSX railway runs directly through the mill — which spans more than a million sq. ft. — and has been used to transport salvageable materials quickly and affordably. While the mill operated, the rail remained critical to transport lumber to the mill and ultimately played a large role to the success of the mill. Today, Western Maryland Scenic Railroad owns the rail and plans to rejuvenate the railway by offering excursion and occasional freight operations.

After such a successful project, Port River West LLC intends to pursue more medium- and large-scale demolition jobs to fully utilize the extensive skills demonstrated by JR Vinagro Corp.

While the closing of the paper mill left hundreds unemployed, the efforts put forth by Miller, Port River West LLC and JR Vinagro Corp. now offer hope to the town as they revitalize the space. Port River West LLC believes that removing the obsolete paper mill assets better suits the site for more productive future endeavors and will greater benefit the town of Luke and its surrounding area. The demolition of this mill offers endless potential to the land and town, while currently employing contractors and rental houses, operators, mechanics, local diners and more.

(All photos courtesy of Cody Steckman of Bill Miller Equipment.) 

“We have such good history with Bill Miller that this particular job just seemed right,” said Joe Pasquerella, vice president of demolition at JR Vinagro Corp.

As the project approaches midway completion, several upcoming major phases demand the full effort of the teams. Numerous tanks, silos and turbines still require demolition.

One of the largest demolition jobs on the East Coast is taking place in one of the smaller towns in the Northeast — Luke, Md.

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ABC Announces Top-Performing Construction Contractors

Associated Builders and Contractors released its 2024 Top Performers lists recognizing its contractor members’ outstanding achievements in safety, quality, inclusion, project excellence and special designations ranked by number of hours worked.

The number one 2024 ABC Top Performer by work hours is Turner Industries Group LLC, Baton Rouge, La.; followed by Skanska Building Inc., Franklin, Tenn.; BL Harbert International, Birmingham, Ala.; Brown & Root Industrial Services, Baton Rouge, La.; and Performance Contractors, Baton Rouge, La.

“These top contractors build the nation’s most enduring, innovative, high-quality construction projects, and their leadership teams and employees have thriving, growth-centric mindsets, strategic plans and goals,” said Michael Bellaman, president and CEO of ABC.

“Business growth is never an accident. It results from a combination of tangibles and intangibles — including a robust culture, innovative tools, a commitment to total human health and a pragmatic appetite for risk. We congratulate these exceptional contractors for operating successfully in a merit shop environment, attracting and retaining top construction talent and setting the standard in business growth.”

Among contractors rated by type of work:

• The top general contractor is Turner Industries Group, Baton Rouge, La.

• The top trade contractor is MMR Constructors Inc., Baton Rouge, La.

• The top electrical contractor is MMR Constructors Inc., Baton Rouge, La.

• The top plumbing/HVAC contractor is TDIndustries Inc., Dallas

• The top specialty contractor is Lithko Contracting LLC, West Chester, Ohio

• The top special designations contractor is Crossland Construction Co. Inc., Columbus, Kan.

The sixth annual lists of ABC Top Performers include diverse merit shop businesses, from women-owned and service-disabled to disadvantaged business enterprises, veteran-owned, minority-owned businesses, large and small, as well as general contractors and specialty trade contractors across the country.

The number one 2024 ABC top-performing contractors by market sector are:

• Airport: Hensel Phelps, Greeley, Colo.

• Education: Skanska Building Inc., Franklin, Tenn.

• Entertainment: W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Co., Philadelphia, Miss.

• Government: BL Harbert International, Birmingham, Ala.

• Health Care: Skanska Building Inc., Franklin, Tenn.

• High Tech: M.C. Dean Inc., Tysons Corner, Va.

• Hospitality: Skanska Building Inc., Franklin, Tenn.

• Industrial: Turner Industries Group, Baton Rouge, La.

• Infrastructure: Black Construction Corp., Harmon, Guam

• Military: M.C. Dean Inc., Tysons Corner, Va.

• Mixed Use: Skanska Building Inc., Franklin, Tenn.

• Museums/Monuments/Parks: MAREK, Houston

• Office: Bergelectric Corp., Carlsbad, Calif.

• Parking: Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing,

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• Religious: Haskell, Jacksonville, Fla.

• Residential: Power Design Inc., St. Petersburg, Fla.

• Retail: Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Downers Grove, Ill.

• Sports Complex: Brasfield & Gorrie LLC, Birmingham, Ala.

To qualify, Top Performers must achieve Gold status or higher in ABC’s STEP Safety Management System, which helps the best-performing contractors achieve incident rates nearly seven times safer than the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics industry average, according to ABC’s Safety Performance Report. The majority of the honorees also must earn ABC’s Accredited Quality Contractor credential, which recognizes excellence in quality, safety performance, talent management — including inclusion, diversity and merit — craft and management education and community relations. Through credentials like STEP, AQC and other robust programs, ABC Top Performers demonstrate they:

• Sustain and grow their businesses, financially and economically

• Offer market-competitive compensation, benefit and retirement packages

• Commit to industry-leading safety

• Commit to workforce development, education and creating career opportunities

• Commit to work environments that are inclusive and diverse

• Develop opportunities for their employees to achieve their career dreams

• Cultivate committed leadership

For more information, visit abc.org/topperformers. 

Associations Support of States Challenging GHG Rules

who consider the mandate burdensome and untenable.

The rule charges state DOTs with setting and reporting on statewide emission reduction targets at two- and four-year intervals.

As ARTBA explained, states must set initial targets by spring, with subsequent targets due by Oct. 1, 2026.

“Those states failing to meet these goals must submit updated plans outlining actions to achieve them,” ARTBA told member contractors.

Attorneys general from 22 states sued the agency in Kentucky Federal District Court in December. Both ARTBA and AGC maintain Congress intentionally excluded GHGrelated provisions from the IIJA.

The jobs bill’s path through Congress shows both houses deliberately removed greenhouse gas provisions that had appeared in earlier versions. In commenting on the FHWA rule back in 2022, ARTBA argued states should make their own decisions on GHG measurements.

The association reported that court decisions are expected at the end of March.

Challenging Diversion

“Every state has its climate challenges, and ought to have the data, funding and flexibility it needs to meet those challenges head on,” said Pete Buttigieg, transportation secretary. “This new performance measure will provide states with a clear and consistent framework to track carbon pollution.”

He said the measure also would offer states the flexibility to set their own climate targets. The fed would help states meet this measure with $27 billion-plus in federal funding through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. AGC believes the Biden administration lacks the statutory authority to issue this rule because Congress repeatedly debated and rejected the effort.

The association told members it disagrees with FHWA’s stand that there are no explicit penalties set in the rule. The rule reads that states that fail to meet quotas must “provide data-supported explanations for not achieving significant progress,” reiterated AGC.

States also will have to explain to FHWA how they will reduce carbon dioxide emissions. That, stated AGC, could mean investing in buses, Amtrak trains and electric vehicle charging stations at the expense of road and bridge projects.

“AGC has extensively covered this issue for the last few years and has led coalition efforts to block the rule from taking effect,” members were told In 2023, the association successfully tackled Supreme Court cases advocating for the construction industry. AGC urged members to voice their opposition to this mandate directly to the president and their congressional representatives.

“Tell [them] to block FHWA’s GHG rule that will force states to spend their highway funds … to pay for non-construction initiatives.”

In their lawsuits, the 22 states said only Congress is authorized to advance GHG rules. States said the actions of the president and FHWA violate the law. They accused Biden of “unconstitutionally ramming” a radical climate agenda.

The lawsuit states that this agenda is being forced through

administrative agencies that lack congressional authority to implement such actions.

“We will not stand by while this administration attempts to circumvent the legislative process,” said Daniel Cameron, ex-Kentucky AG.

According to a Transportation Topics article, the consortium of states sued the DOT, FHWA and officials over a series of actions, including:

• Biden for signing executive orders … making lowering carbon emissions a “national priority.”

• FHWA Administrator Shailen Bhatt for carrying out prescribed FHWA duties.

• DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg for establishing/imple-

menting USDOT’s National Highway Performance Program.

The states believe DOT and FHWA tied 2022 proposed state GHG rules to reduce emissions to Biden’s target of net-zero emissions, economywide, by 2050.

Looking at past fed filings, states claim there is no National Highway Performance Program law requiring the agencies to adopt a GHG measure. They believe federal law encourages state DOTs “to consider a variety of ways to incorporate environmental considerations under their existing authority.”

According to ttnews.com, the states referred to multiple deadlines and emission requirements they must now achieve. This, on top of a new GHG performance standard added to FHWA, measures evaluating how states perform in the National Highway System. For instance, states must demonstrate declining emissions thresholds that phase out new internal combustion engine passenger cars by 2035. They also must demonstrate plans for ending unabated coal and oil power plants by 2040.

“Most Americans still drive internal combustion engine passenger cars, and … are not ready for the wholesale switch to electric vehicles,” the states claimed. “Coal still provides almost 20 percent of electricity … and provides over half of the electricity in eight states, including several of the plaintiff states.”

Stressing that states with fewer urban centers have a harder time reducing emissions, the complainants said many of these reduction moves are not practical.

“Congestion pricing, road pricing, ramp metering,

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The FHWA mandate, which requires states to set and report on emission reduction targets for two- and fouryear intervals, are considered overreach by many in the construction industry.

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AGC believes the mandate could mean states must invest in buses, Amtrak trains and electric vehicle charging stations at the expense of road and bridge projects.

WVU Set to Host Steep-Slope Winch Assist Event at Research Forest in Bruceton Mills

Timber harvesting on steep terrain has long presented challenges in terms of safety, efficiency and environmental impact. While traditional methods like motor-manual felling and skylining have dominated the industry, advancements in technology are progressing quickly in steep-slope logging operations.

New innovations in steep-slope logging will be demonstrated at an upcoming winch assist demonstration and training day. With four winch assist manufacturers present, including a Falcon Winch Assist, attendees will be able to learn about best-practice winch assisting the key differences each machine offers in a live in-forest demonstration environment.

DC Equipment, the manufacturer of the Falcon Winch Assist and other mechanized steep-slope and cable logging equipment based in Brightwater, New Zealand, is supporting the event, which is hosted by West Virginia University and Mountain Loggers Group.

Expanding Horizons: Winch Assists in Construction, Utilities, Mining

In addition to transforming steep-slope logging, winch assist technology is making significant inroads into the construction, utilities and mining industries. These sectors,

known for their demanding environments and the need for precise, safe and efficient operations, are finding winch assists invaluable for their capabilities in enhancing stability, safety and productivity on steep or difficult terrains.

The emerging trend sees winch assists not only as a solution for logging challenges but also as a versatile tool for infrastructure development, utility management and mineral extraction in challenging conditions. This event will provide insights into how winch assist technology can be adapted and utilized across these sectors, offering a glimpse into the future of heavy machinery and equipment use in steep and complex environments.

DC Equipment invites contractors, operators, forest managers and industry partners to attend the upcoming Winch Assist Demonstration and Training Day at the WVU Research Forest in Bruceton Mills, W.V. This event will feature live demonstrations of steep-slope logging equipment, educational presentations and safety discussions.

Event Details:

Dates: March 11 to 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: WVU Research Forest, 1437 Chestnut Ridge Road, Bruceton Mills, W.V.

RSVP: Register online at https://campaigns.dcforestry equipment.com/wv-demo-day-register 

Isuzu Motors America Assigns New Technical Sales Manager

Isuzu Motors America LLC PowerTrain Division announced the appointment of Ali Jouni, manager, technical sales. This appointment was made by Douglas Bartholomew, manager, distributor sales and business development.

Jouni joins the organization with a diesel industrial background in sales, service and logistics.

“In this role, Ali will be focused on Isuzu Diesel Distributor network sales and development. He will complement and round our sales team with industry knowledge and talent. We are pleased he’s joined our team,” said Bartholomew.

For more information, visit www.isuzuengines.com.  Ali Jouni

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N.Y. Gov. Gives Full Support to Buffalo’s $1B Kensington Expressway Project

The purpose of the project is to reconnect the community surrounding the defined transportation corridor and improve the compatibility of the corridor with the adjacent land uses, while addressing the geometric, infrastructure and multi-modal needs within the corridor in its current location.

The $1 billion publicly financed plan to redesign and cap the Kensington Expressway in Buffalo has been given the “green light” by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Niagara Gazette reported Feb. 25.

During a press conference earlier in February in Buffalo, Hochul described a federal agency’s recent finding of no significant environmental impacts related to the project as a “critically important step” while suggesting the clearance signals “full steam ahead” for the controversial project that has been opposed by many residents living on the city’s East Side.

“Today’s decision by the Federal Highway Administration [FHWA] allows us to move ahead on this transformational project to right the wrongs of the past and start construction later this year,” the governor said. “But we are not done yet and will continue to rely on the project’s most important architects — local community members — to share their vision and partner with us as we study opportunities to reconnect the East Buffalo community in a way that makes residents proud.”

The project, which has been in the works for several years, is intended to reconnect East Side Buffalo neighborhoods that were divided when the Kensington Expressway was constructed between 1958 and 1971.

The proposed effort involves replacing the below-grade expressway with a 4,150-ft.-long, six-lane tunnel between Dodge and Sidney streets.

As designed, it would also create a 90-ft.-wide, tree-lined median on top of the tunnel, providing roughly 11 acres of new, publicly accessible green space as well as the rehabilitation of 9 mi. of local streets, including resurfacing and replacement of sidewalks, curbs, driveway aprons, lighting, signals and new tree plantings as needed.

Additionally, a replacement of the Best Street Bridge and the installation of a roundabout at the Best Street interchange also are set to get under way.

New Construction to Correct ‘Historical Injustice’

The Kensington Expressway replaced what had been a grand, tree-lined boulevard — the historic Humboldt Parkway

designed by Frederick Law Olmsted — with a below-grade highway that cut through the heart of the surrounding East Buffalo neighborhoods.

To correct what she described as a “historical injustice and its long-lasting impact,” Hochul has set aside $1 billion in state funding for the project.

The Niagara news source noted that earlier this year, the Biden-Harris administration announced an award of $55.6 million to support the project through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to reconnect communities that are cut off from opportunity and burdened by past transportation infrastructure decisions.

Still, the Gazette noted that the construction effort has faced growing opposition in recent months from neighborhood groups, some of which have expressed support for removing the Kensington Expressway entirely rather than covering it.

During Hochul’s press conference on the matter, she offered her full support for the project alternative that local and state officials chose to pursue. She noted that the finding of no significant environmental concerns by the FHWA clears the way for the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) to advance to the final design stages before beginning construction by this fall.

Hochul also announced that her office is directing NYSDOT to commence a study this year on additional potential enhancements to further reconnect Buffalo’s East Side community all the way up to the Scajaquada Expressway and Delaware Park as well as a new vision for a reimagined Humboldt Parkway that implements “Complete Street” roadway design features.

The governor’s stance on the project received support from several local, state and federal officials, including New York Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand who said she is glad to see the project move on to the next step.

“With construction set to begin this fall, we will be able to right this historic wrong, create jobs right here in the community, provide new green space, and reinvigorate the neighborhood,” Gillibrand explained. 

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JESCO, Inc.

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South Plainfield, NJ

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Pembroke, NH 603-225-2769

Springfield, VT 802-885-6840

Williston, VT 802-658-2121

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Caterpillar 225 Crane w/clamshell Bucket, 1:50 scale - $75

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122 Fritz Road Lock Haven, PA 17745 570-769-1070

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Association Hopes for Rule Repeal

increased coordination with transit and non-motorized improvements, paying fees to scrap low-mileage heavy-duty vehicles are options more conducive to metropolitan areas, not rural ones,” the coalition argued.

They also maintain rural drivers travel long distances “often in heavy-duty vehicles required for business or agriculture or because they need to be able to maneuver effectively in inclement weather and through altitude changes.”

The complainants believe the distance and terrain in rural states also make nonmotorized and electric options impractical.

The lawsuit claims states also will face economic implications and financial burdens.

Adobe Stock photo AGC, ARTBA and many industry associations are supporting 22 states suing the Biden administration over proposed arbitrary greenhouse gas performance rules.

The fed estimated that the final emissions rule will cost up to $12.7 million for the first 10 years of implementation, according to ttnews.com.

Raúl Labrador, Idaho AG, said his state is pursuing more than 700 NHS improvement projects.

“The federal government demanding a reduction in vehicle miles traveled is ridiculous,” he said. “States simply cannot be forced to implement the policy whims of a federal government and the Constitution is clear about this.”

Another objection, from Montana AG Austin Knudsen, said the one-size-fits-all approach might work for the Washington, D.C., but not in his state. Knudsen believes the emissions reg will “disproportionately” harm states with more rural areas.

Ashley Moody, Florida AG, noted states are required to set arbitrary targets for reduced CO2 emissions, to track progress and report to the fed goal progress.

“This rule forces states to spend an inordinate amount of time, resources and money with no clear guidance for what success looks like,” she said.

Throwing a Monkey Wrench

In early February, two congressmen introduced AGC-supported legislation that would repeal the GHG rulemaking.

Kevin Cramer of North Dakota and Rick Crawford of Arkansas initiated a resolution of disapproval to “illustrate Congress’ objection to this federal overreach.”

They consider “most galling” the Biden administration’s implementation of the rule despite having no statutory authority to do so.

“This is the heavy hand of the federal government run amok,” said Crawford, chairman of the House highways and transit subcommittee. “The absence of a prohibition is not a license, and yet the Biden administration pushed this illegal and unfeasible regulation anyway,” said Cramer. “New York and North Dakota have very different transportation systems, needs and capabilities, but … they’re effectively treated the same.”

He added, “a subway stop at a cattle ranch is silly and unserious, and so is the idea of widespread EV use in North Dakota.”

Cramer noted nearly half the Senate co-sponsored this resolution from the onset, showing strong push for the rule’s defeat. Cramer is ranking member of the Senate environ-

ment and public works subcommittee on transportation and infrastructure.

Congress considered and rejected including a GHG performance measure requirement during IIJA negotiations, noted Sam Graves of Missouri. Graves, who chairs the House transportation and infrastructure committee, said the Biden administration needs to implement the law that was written.

Shelly Capito of West Virginia claimed Biden is “blatantly” neglecting the letter of a bipartisan law he signed himself. She said the rule hamstrings states’ transportation planning priorities and jeopardizes critical investments, jobs and economic growth across the country.

“When we negotiated the bipartisan IIJA, we specifically left out the authority FHWA is attempting to exercise.”

Cramer and Crawford said Congress has not provided DOT with any statutory authority to implement this proposal.

“Additionally, the agency’s proposal is not workable, as illustrated by comments from a majority of state DOTs and AGs.”

In penning their objections to the rules, construction industry associations said they support congressional efforts to halt the GHG regulation. The coalition believes regulatory overreach outside the bounds of the IIJA has the potential to limit improvements to our infrastructure.

Congress ultimately excluded from the 2021 law because the provision lacked sufficient congressional support.

“While a previous administration considered a similar GHG performance rule, the agency later determined that the rule exceeded its statutory authority … and was not required by law.”

To be clear, they noted, the statutory language around performance measures has not changed since the 2012 enactment of MAP-21.

“We believe FHWA lacks the statutory authority to create a greenhouse gas performance measure, and therefore, support any and all congressional efforts to block this rule’s implementation.”

Besides AGC and ARTBA, that industry group included the ACPA, AHUA, AED, AEM, CRSI, NAPA, NPCA and the American Trucking Associations, among many others. 

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www.baschmann.com Chappell Tractor 454 Route 13 South • Milford, NH 03055 800-698-2640

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Construction Equipment Inc. 1510 Highway 315 Blvd. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 570-825-7711

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Caterpillar Safety Services Promotes Resilient Safety Cultures

In its 50th year of operation, Caterpillar Safety Services incorporates the latest research and approaches to address safety excellence within organizations.

With safety no longer being a box-ticking exercise but a true measure of employee engagement, Caterpillar Safety Services helps build a strong culture where safety practices are embedded across an organization.

Today, Caterpillar Safety Services assists companies with improving the four components of a resilient safety culture, where safety is approached proactively and all team members take ownership of safety. The components include:

• System — clearly defined safety expectations embedded in policies and procedures to identify and mitigate risk.

• Mindset — a shared mindset that safety is everyone’s responsibility, people make mistakes and an environment of openness that makes people feel safe to speak up.

• Leadership — specific, con-

sistent leadership behaviors at all levels of the organization that positively influence people toward safe work.

• Ownership — occurs when all levels fully engage in the creation and continuous improvement of the safety system.

Caterpillar Safety Services recently launched two updates to its programs contributing to resilient safety cultures: an updated Safety Perception Survey and a program focused on human and organizational performance.

Safety Perception Survey

The Caterpillar Safety Services Safety Perception Survey analyzes an organization’s safety culture. Building on 35 years of research and study, the new Safety Perception Survey updates language and modern concepts of safety culture excellence, adding questions related to psychological safety and human and organizational performance.

The new survey’s reports are streamlined with more modern visualization of the data. They

measure five safety activities — hazard identification, event learning, inspections, near miss and safety meetings — and address 11 cultural indicators, including caring climate, employee involvement, feedback, management credibility, training effectiveness and risk reduction. Importantly, they also show how safety is perceived differently among employees, supervisors and managers.

Human,PerformanceOrganizational

Human and organizational performance is a framework concept for talking about safety and creating a resilient safety culture. It’s a mindset that allows organizations to build more error-tolerant systems by teaching leaders that expecting perfection from workers, processes or procedures is not realistic.

Traditional methods of managing safety systems center around designing policies, standard work and processes assuming work happens in a straight line. Management sets the expecta-

tions, tells workers what to do and the workers do it the same way, every day.

This method, however, does not account for organizational factors that can disrupt the system, such as employees not having the right tools for the job and adapting or making tradeoffs because they are still required to meet production targets. Nor does it account for the individual factors that impact a worker’s awareness, or lapses in attention due to events in his or her personal life, such as a family emergency.

When workers deviate from the safety plan or make mistakes under the traditional model, they may be scrutinized or punished to attempt to improve safety, but this can have the opposite effect and lead to a weaker safety culture.

Using human and organizational performance principles, Caterpillar Safety Services applies a new understanding of human behavior to safety. Leaders create an environment where employees feel empowered to speak up to share their ideas, struggles and

mistakes. The organization learns to improve its safety system continuously. Through recognition of workers’ positive contributions, they want to be more involved, resulting in a more engaged and proactive safety culture with improvements in morale, retention, efficiency and profitability.

Caterpillar Safety Services assists organizations with implementation of human and organizational performance principles through its Leadership Development and Coaching program. Tailored to the specific needs and objectives of the individual leaders, the program includes a mix of workshops, assessments and individual faceto-face sessions. It helps each leader understand their strengths and areas for development in safety management, demonstrates how a leader impacts the safety culture and creates personalized development plans for all leaders that align with organizational goals and processes.

For more information, visit www.cat.com/safety. 

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DYNAPAC

BUILT TO CONNECT

A Workhorse To Depend On

High Performance, Quality Results

The CP100II sets the standard for versatility, component lifecycle and mat quality. With a powerful 100 horsepower engine, an array of configurations and the class-leading Carlson EZCSS single slide screed, it’s easy to see why the CP100II is the ideal choice for heavy-duty commercial paving.

The Carlson CP100 II sets the standard for versatility, component lifecycle and mat quality. With a powerful 100hp engine, an array of configurations and the class-leading EZCSS single slide screed, it’s time to see why the CP100 II has fast become the contractor’s choice for heavy-duty commercial paver platforms.

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TRACEY ROAD EQUIPMENT

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Albany, NY

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Queensbury, NY 518-793-9688 833-817-2917

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7 Harrys Way Webster, MA 01570 508-949-0005

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610-586-2710

Vineland, NJ

856-697-1414

Totowa, NJ

973-785-4900

Freehold, NJ 732-780-4600

CATERPILLAR

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HAMM

The Worldwide Leader in Concrete Paving Technology

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WACKER NEUSON

39 Jersey Street West Babylon, NY 11704

631/643-2605

www.allislandequipment.com

JESCO, Inc.

1275 Bloomfield Ave. Fairfield, NJ 07004

973/227-2221

800/321-8080

118 St. Nicholas Ave. S. Plainfield, NJ 07080

908/753-8080

800/241-7070

www.jesco.us

1790 Route 38 Lumberton, NJ 08048

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1401 Hookset Rd. Hooksett, NH 03106

603/644-8787 ambroseequipment.com

1440 Route 9W Marlboro, NY 12542

1001 Lehigh Station Road

Henrietta, NY 14467

585/334-3867 5035 Genesee Street Buffalo, NY 14225 716/681-7100 monroetractor.com

Harrisburg, PA 7201 Paxton Street Harrisburg, PA 17111 800/325-6455

Wilkes-Barre, PA 600 Sathers Drive Pittston, PA 18640 866/667-6756

Pittsburgh, PA 8181 Noblestown Road McDonald, PA 15057 800/692-7600

Ebensburg, PA 2350 Munster Road Lilly, PA 15946 814/886-5191

8192 Euclid Court Manassas Park, VA 20111

703/330-5579

20332 Leitersburg Pike Hagerstown, MD 21742

301/733-7414

845/236-3000 www.hoffmanequip.com 1701 Roseneath Rd. Richmond, VA 23230

804/359-4048 www.richmondmachinery.com

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17 Eagle Road Danbury, CT 06810 203/775-1203

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Butler, PA

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Philadelphia, PA

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Albany, NY

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Syracuse, NY 6018 Drott Drive East Syracuse, NY 13057 800/368-6455

www.stephensonequipment.com

1109 Middle River Rd Middle River, MD 21220

800/633-5077

valleysupplyequipment.com

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SAKAI

LEEBOY

www.traceyroad.com

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BLAW-KNOX

Track Asphalt Pavers

CATERPILLAR

DYNAPAC

NOTE: weights without screeds. NOTE: paving widths can vary depending on screed.

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HEM PAVING EQUIPMENT

POWER CURBERS

GOMACO

ALL ISLAND EQUIPMENT

39 Jersey Street West Babylon, NY 11704

631/643-2605

allislandequipment.com

AMBROSE EQUIPMENT / ALTA EQUIPMENT

1401 Hooksett Rd. Hooksett, NH 03106

603/644-8787 ambroseequipment.com

HOFFMAN EQUIPMENT COMPANY

1440 Route 9W Marlboro, NY 12542

845/236-3000

www.hoffmanequip.com

JESCO, Inc.

1275 Bloomfield Ave. Fairfield, NJ 07004

973/227-2221

800/321-8080

118 St. Nicholas Ave. S. Plainfield, NJ 07080

908/753-8080

800/241-7070

1790 Route 38 Lumberton, NJ 08048

609/267-2020 www.jesco.us

MONROE TRACTOR

1001 Lehigh Station Rd. Henrietta, NY 14467

585/334-3867

5035 Genesee Street Buffalo, NY 14225

716/681-7100

www.monroetractor.com

RICHMOND MACHINERY 1701 Roseneath Rd., Richmond, VA 23230

804/359-4048 www.richmondmachinery.com

W.I. CLARK COMPANY

30 Barnes Ind. Pk. Rd. Wallingford, CT 06492

203/265-6781 17 Eagle Road Danbury, CT 06810

203/775-1203

80 Pratt Rd. Plainfield, CT 06374

860/546-4808 www.wiclark.com

Harrisburg, PA 7201 Paxton Street Harrisburg, PA 17111 800/325-6455

Wilkes-Barre, PA

600 Sathers Drive Pittston, PA 18640 866/667-6756

Butler, PA 796 Unionville Road Prospect, PA 16052 724/865-9221

Philadelphia, PA 135 Lincoln Avenue Prospect Park, PA 19076 800/220-4033

Pittsburgh, PA 8181 Noblestown Road McDonald, PA 15057 800/692-7600

Ebensburg, PA

2350 Munster Road Lilly, PA 15946 814/886-5191

Albany, NY

3 Industry Drive Waterford, NY 12188 518/357-2200

Syracuse, NY

6018 Drott Drive East Syracuse, NY 13057 800/368-6455

Valley Supply & Equipment Co., Inc.

8192 Euclid Court Manassas Park, VA 20111

703/330-5579 20332 Leitersburg Pike Hagerstown, MD 21742

301/733-7414

1109 Middle River Rd Middle River, MD 21220

800/633-5077

valleysupplyequipment.com

STEPHENSON EQUIPMENT, INC.

LESLIE EQUIPMENT COMPANY www.lec1.com

6248 Webster Road Cowen, WV 26206 304/226-3299

2098 Lillian Lane Pleasant Valley, WV 26554 304/534-5454

MONROE TRACTOR

www.monroetractor.com

1001 Lehigh Station Road Henrietta, NY 14467 585/334-3867

5035 Genesee Street Buffalo, NY 14225 716/681-7100

7300 Eastman Road N. Syracuse, NY 13212 315/452-0000

8194 State Route 415 Campbell, NY 14821 607/739-8741

6 Equipment Drive Binghamton, NY 13904 607/754-6570

GROFF TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT www.grofftractor.com 800-33-GROFF 800-33-(47633)

6779 Carlisle Pike Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

20 Stauffer Lane Ephrata, PA 17522

210 Rolling Ridge Drive Bellefonte, PA 16823

100 Smith Drive Cranberry Twp, PA 16066 963 South Center Ave New Stanton, PA 15672 4355 Admiral Peary Highway Ebensburg, PA 15931

UNITED CONSTRUCTION & FORESTRY

www.unitedcf.com

80 Southbridge Rd. • Route 20 North Oxford, MA 01537

508/987-8786 • 800/922-8295

2397 GAR Highway • Rte 6 & 136 North Swansea, MA 02777 508/379-9810 • 800/456-6885

88 Camelot Drive • Unit 42 Plymouth, MA 02360 508/830-9997 • 800/916-0997

1620 Page Blvd Springfield, MA 01104 413/543-5595 • 800/734-5594

4 Sterling Road

North Billerica, MA 01862 978/667-4345 • 800/531-2266

34 Page Road West Hermon, ME 04401 207/275-6457

106 North Street Houlton, ME 04730 207/521-9581

1505 Caribou Road New Canada, ME 04743 207/275-6861

396 County Road Westbrook, ME 04092 207/405-0868

98 Sheep Davis Road Pembroke, NH 03275 603/225-2769

300 Clinton Street Springfield, VT 05156 802/885-6840

HEM Paving Equipment Expands Overlay Paving Offering

The SFP1800 can be fitted with steel crawler tracks and a traditional paving package for PCC projects slip-formed up to 8 in. depth, or for fill-in or formed paving to deeper depths.

HEM Paving Equipment, located in Grundy Center, Iowa, is quickly being recognized as an industryleader in thin-overlay paving.

HEM has expanded its product offering to include two models designed to cover a broad spectrum of specifications and requirements related to thin-overlay paving and perfect for all types of overlay material including PPC, HPC and UHPC.

The established SFP1200 model has been continually enhanced from customer feedback to include a modified, hinged operator’s platform for easy access, a hydraulic sliding frame for quick width adjustments and an enhanced grade ski for stringless paving.

The established SFP1200 model has been continually enhanced from customer feedback to include a modified, hinged operator’s platform for easy access, a hydraulic sliding frame for quick width adjustments and an enhanced grade ski for stringless paving.

New to the product family is the SFP1800 model, which has many of the benefits of the SFP1200, but has a deeper frame for additional weight and increased

horsepower for wider paving widths and deeper materials. The SFP1800 also can be fitted with steel crawler tracks and a traditional paving package for PCC projects slip-formed up to 8 in. depth, or for fillin or formed paving to deeper depths.

For more information, visit www.hempaving.com.  (Photos courtesy of HEM Paving Equipment)

FAE Presents ‘Industry-Changing’ Tech at World of Asphalt

At this year’s World of Asphalt Show and Conference FAE USA will be presenting its road planers for skid steers and excavators. These new machines deliver enhanced build quality and ease of maintenance, with the highest production standards, the manufacturer said.

Among the machines on display at the World of Asphalt show will be the RPL/EX road planer for excavators, the RPL/SSL road planer for skid steers, and the RWM/SSL disc road planer for skid steers.

FAE is particularly excited to showcase the RPL/EX road planer at the World of Asphalt Show and Conference this year. This attachment for excavators represents the newest in FAEs line of asphalt and paving attachments, which promises to completely revolutionize the industry. Offering increased versatility and maneuverability for road planing work, the RPL/EX offers the precision that the industry has been waiting for.

The RPL/SSL is another in FAE’s new line of road planers. Able to cut to a depth of up to 7 in., the RPL/SSL is at the forefront of power and efficiency for road planers in its class. With the RPL/SSL, operational precision is ensured by a hydraulic drive system and practical depth and cutting indicators. In addition, the tooth layout of the RPL/SSL was designed specifically to reduce vibrations, increasing efficiency and reducing wear and tear.

The RWM/SSL disc road planer is one of the most striking in FAE’s entire line of products. This large disc planer is able to cut up to 20 in. deep. This extreme cutting capability makes the RWM/SSL ideal for laying electrical, water, gas and fiber optic conduits. The RWM/SSL’s precise depth is maintained with a self-leveling skid, and its optimized side output keeps trenches free of waste material and provides true cutting depth.

For more information, visit www.fae-group.com. 

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CATERPILLAR

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The 316GR and 318G Skid Steers and 317G Compact Track Loader are impressively tough because real-world customers like you helped design them.With your input, we pushed the limits of durability, engine power, and fuel capacity in some pretty big ways. And with fewer grease zerks and extended oil-change intervals compared to earlier models, servicing is even simpler. Including the radial-lift 316GR, these G-Series small frames can take down the biggest jobs — and your operating costs — all at the same time. To learn more, call or visit us today.

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Kubota Returns as Primary Sponsor of ThorSport Racing, Driver Ben Rhodes

During the 2024 season, the Kubota orange paint scheme will once again appear on Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150.

Kubota Tractor Corporation and ThorSport Racing announced that Kubota will return as the official tractor company of ThorSport and a primary sponsor of two-time Truck

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Series champion Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150 for six races during the 2024 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season.

The continued partnership marks the second full season Kubota is a primary sponsor after the partnership began in September of the 2022 season.

“When we started this partnership with ThorSport and Ben, he was already a champion, and we couldn’t have been more excited to see him cross the finish line to win his second and bring home the trophy to Kubota Country,” said Todd Stucke, president of Kubota Tractor Corporation.

“Much like Kubota customers, Ben has the heart of a champion and is determined to get the job done right. We’re proud to be part of the ThorSport team and we’re looking forward to joining Ben in victory lane again this year.”

Last season, Rhodes captured his second Truck Series championship with a thrilling fifth-place finish in the fourth overtime of the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway, which secured his spot at the top of the championship standings. With the win, Rhodes, who also won in 2021, became the youngest multi-time Truck Series champion.

“I’m thrilled to be able to represent Kubota once again,” said Rhodes. “We’ve had some great highlights over the years competing for wins and championships. I think 2024 is going to be an even better year.”

During the 2024 season, the Kubota orange paint scheme will once again appear on Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150 in the following race markets: Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas; Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas; Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pa.; Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan.; Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Fla.; and Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, Va.

The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season is already under way and Rhodes’ first race behind the wheel of the Kubota-branded No. 99 Ford F-150 was March 1, 2024, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

For more information, visit KubotaUSA.com and www.thorsport.com.

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983 New Durham Rd.

Edison, NJ 08817

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Manheim, PA 17545

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154 Wayside Avenue

West Springfield, MA 01089

866-925-0211 • 413-733-5189 www.tricountycontractors.com

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS – LOOKING FOR A CAT 140G, 14G, 14H, OR 140H MOTOR GRADER WITH A RIPPER.

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

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WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35 EMAIL: JSGODSEY78@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 205-485-4605

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

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

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

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EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS.

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PHONE: 737-587-1936

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

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR OFFHIGHWAY TRUCKS - CAT MODLES 777C, 777D, 777F, 777G. EMAIL: TONYTHOMAS@ PACIFICCRANES.COM; PHONE: 1-818-956-5231

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

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA-600, WA-500 AND WA-900 WHEEL LOADERS.

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

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (TX): ALL MODELS EAGLE CRUSHERS / PULVERIZERS / SHEARS. ISO PORTABLE, PREFERABLY CLOSED CIRCUIT, IMPACT CRUSHERS. ALSO INTERESTED IN PORTABLE SCREENS EMAIL: GIVEBUYSELLTRADE@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 512-822-8818

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (IL): A CUMMINS 5.9 TURBO CHARGED ENGINE FOR A CASE 1155E LOADER. EMAIL: KUBERSKIEXC@CHARTER.NET

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (OK): CATERPILLAR D5N CRAWLER DOZER. EMAIL: JUNK4@ACEINVESTMENTS.COM; PHONE: 405-627-6246

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MODEL 815 SOIL COMPACTOR. EMAIL: ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM; PHONE: 312-898-5355

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (MA): CATERPILLAR 308E2CR QC EXCAVATOR. EMAIL: KKNOPE@DEFELICECORP.COM

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WANTED (US): ANY MANUFACTURER, ALL MODELS CRAWLER DOZERSLOOKING TO BUY JOHN DEERE 650KLGP WITH WINCH OR 550KLGP WITH WINCH, ENCL. CAB, UNDER 3500 HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW.

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WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND BACKHOE LOADERS.

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WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466. EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM PHONE: 918-385-1623

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3). EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 832-244-1897

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

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WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS & LESS THAN $15,000 EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 616-813-3642

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WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR MULITIPLE UNITS OF CATERPILLAR D7G CRAWLER DOZERS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION.

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923322489350

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

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

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

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

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

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

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

WANTED (US): HYUNDAI HL757-9A WHEEL

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214-427-1862

• Online

March 5 - 20, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment Auction

• Online

March 6 - 21, 2024

For: Heavy Duty Trucks Auction

BAR NONE AUCTION www.barnoneauction.com 866-372-1700

• Online Fri., March 29, 2024 For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com 1-877-BIDADOO

• Online March 19, 2024

• Online March 26, 2024

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

• Online March 13, 2024

• Online March 20, 2024

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS www.brightstarauctions.com 574-825-0704

• Elkin, NC Thurs., March 14, 2024 For: Appalachian Equipment Auction

• Online Wed., March 20, 2024 For: IronRing Auction

DEANCO AUCTIONS www.deancoauction.com MS: 601-656-9768 AL: 334-693-2540

• Philadelphia, MS March 20 – 21, 2024 For: Huge 2-Day Public Auction

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

• Iron City, GA Sat., March 23, 2024 For: 22nd Annual Spring Auction

• Okeechobee, FL Thurs., April 25, 2024

For: 29th Annual Citrus Ranch & Produce Auction

DON SMOCK AUCTION CO., INC. www.dsa-auctions.com 765-778-9277

• Pendleton, IN Fri., March 22, 2024 For: 32nd Annual Spring Auction

FREY & SONS, INC.

www.freyandsons.com

419-455-3739

• Sylvania, OH

Thurs., March 21, 2024

For: Toledo Paving – Live Absolute Retirement Auction

GEYER AUCTION COMPANIES

www.geyerauctions.com

484-239-3273

• Bechtelsville, PA

Thurs., March 28, 2024

For: Spring NE Commercial Truck & Equipment Auction

HANSEN AUCTION GROUP

www.hansenauctiongroup.com

920-383-1012

• Online March 12 - 26, 2024

For: Monthly Construction, Heavy Trucks & Government Auction

• Online

Mon., March 18, 2024

For: Pike Construction Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

• Online Mon., March 18, 2024

For: B.G. Durite Concrete Company Retirement Auction

• Online Wed., March 20, 2024

For: Wood Sewer & Excavating Retirement Auction

HENDERSON AUCTIONS www.hendersonauctions.com 225-686-2252

• Livingston, LA March 14 - 15, 2024 For: 2-Day Spring Truck, Farm & Construction Auction

HUNYADY AUCTION COMPANY

www.hunyady.com 800-233-6898

• Virtual Live

April 3 - 4, 2024

For: Absolute Auction, Glenn Johnson, Inc. Complete Liquidation

• Virtual Live

Wed., April 17, 2024

For: TC Paving, Inc. Complete Liquidation Auction

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION

www.iraymn.com

320-968-7230

• Online

Wed., April 10, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS

www.jjkane.com

855-GO2-KANE

• Online

Wed., March 13, 2024

For: Northeast Region Timed Online Auctions

• Online

March 19 - 20, 2024

For: Western Region Timed Online Auctions

• Online

Mon., March 25, 2024

For: TNT Northern Nevada Government Surplus

J.M. WOOD AUCTION COMPANY

www.jmwood.com

800-447-7085

• Montgomery, AL

March 19 - 22, 2024

For: 51st Annual Spring Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com

888-897-8864

• Virtual Live

Wed., March 27, 2024

For: Forestry Focused Auction

• Virtual Live

Wed., April 17, 2024

For: Debriae Logging Fleet Dispersal Auction

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

• Williamsport, IN

Sat., March 16, 2024

For: AJ’s Corner Equipment Sales LLC Auction

• Cleveland, TX

Tues., March 19, 2024

For: Houston Construction & Transportation Auction

• Online

Begins Closing March 19, 2024

For: National Ag, Construction & Transportation Auction

• Glencoe, MN

Tues., March 26, 2024

For: 23rd Annual Turf, Golf Course & Construction Equipment Auction

• Pelzer, SC

Thurs., March 28, 2024

For: East Coast Construction & Transportation Auction

• Fairfield, IA

Tues., April 2, 2024

For: Onsite Fleet Realignment Auction

JOEY MARTIN AUCTIONEERS www.joeymartinauctioneers.com

864-940-4800

• Cope, SC

March 15 - 16, 2024

For: 2-Day Low Country Equipment, Truck & AG Auction

• Blairsville, GA

Sat., April 13, 2024

For: High Country Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

MIDEAST EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS www.mideastequip.com

860-370-9993

• Moosic, PA

Tues., March 26, 2024

For: Digg-It Corporation Semi-Retirement Auction

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

• Dorr, MI

Thurs., March 14, 2024

For: Burnips Equipment 10th Annual Auction

• Wayland, MI Sat., March 16, 2024

For: Fisher Dairy LLC

MYRON BOWLING AUCTIONEERS, INC. www.myronbowling.com 513-738-3311

• Walkerton, VA Thurs., April 11, 2024

For: Bennett Mineral Company

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION www.purplewave.com 866-608-9283

• Online Wed., March 13, 2024 For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

• Online Thurs., March 14, 2024

For: Construction Equipment Auction

• Online Tues., March 19, 2024 For: Government Auction

• Online Wed., March 20, 2024 For: Ag Equipment Auction

RES AUCTION SERVICES www.RES.bid 833-SOLD-RES

• Wooster, OH Fri., April 5, 2024 For: Commercial Truck & Trailer Consignment Auction

• Wooster, OH Sat., April 13, 2024 For: Late Spring Construction & Ag Equipment Consignment Auction

ROLLER AUCTIONEERS www.rollerauction.com 866-515-1668

• Denver, CO Wed., March 13, 2024 For: Construction & Contracting Equipment

SHERIDAN REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY

www.sheridanauctionservice.com 517-676-9800

• Online Mon., March 18, 2024 For: Shrontz Farm Reduction Auction

• Online Tues., April 2, 2024 For: Farm Equipment Sale

SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC www.shetronequipment.com 717-532-8828

• Shippensburg, PA Wed., March 27, 2024 For: Farm & Construction Equipment Auction

SOLD AUCTION COMPANY www.soldauctionco.com 404-725-2267

• Lexington, SC Fri., March 29, 2024 For: Early Spring Transportation & Construction Auction

VANTAGE AUCTIONS www.vantageauctions.com 951-228-9040

• Lake Elsinore, CA Sat., March 23, 2024 For: Heavy Construction Equipment & Commercial Truck/Trailer Auction

WAUSAU ACTIONEERS

www.wausauauctioneers.com 800-432-1922

• Merrill, WI Fri., April 5, 2024 For: Annual Spring Equipment Auction – Onsite & Online

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 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) – Wed., May 15, 2024 (3:00 PM) Online Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim250501/)

Dates:Monday, May 13, 2024 (5 PM) – Thursday, May 23, 2024 (8:30 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vpmd240602/)

Dates:Tuesday, June 4, 2024 (12 PM) – Thursday, June 27, 2024 (5 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

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

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC)

AGC 2024 The Construction Association Convention

Dates:March 19 – 22, 2024

Place:Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina San Diego, CA

The AGC ANNUAL CONVENTION provides contractors of all sizes the opportunity to gain business-critical insights into the issues most affecting their operations. From risk management to safety on the jobsite to the latest in project management solutions, AGC brings together experts from across the industry to share their knowledge and help prepare contractors to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Welcome to SUNNY California!

Experience AGC Annual Convention, providing contractors of all sizes and markets the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage, help protect key business interests, make important industry connections, and prepare for industry disruptions.

For more information on AGC membership and the AGC 2024 Convention, contact AGC: Phone: 703/548-3118 Fax: 703/842-8817

AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE (ACI)

ACI Concrete Convention (Spring 2024 – New Orleans)

DATES:March 24 – 28, 2024

Place:Hyatt Regency New Orleans New Orleans, LA

ACI Convention will have a robust schedule that includes traditional in-person activities. Select programming will also be available on-demand to attendees who choose to participate remotely. All committee meetings and all social events will be limited to in-person attendees.

The ACI Concrete Convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete materials, design, construction, and repair bringing together the world’s most well-known leaders with professionals looking to learn. Conventions provide a forum for networking and education and an opportunity to provide input on the concrete industry’s codes, specifications, and guides. Committees meet to develop the standards, reports, and other documents necessary to keep up with the ever-changing world of concrete technology. Committee meetings are open to all registered convention attendees. Additionally, Convention offers numerous networking events where you can expect to meet with many of the industry’s top engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world.

For more information, please contact ACI: PHONE: 1/248-848-3800

Events are subject to change, check websites for updates

1. 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.

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

3. 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.

4-5. LIVE: Closes- Thursday, March 14, Opens- Thursday, March 7: LIVE: Thursday, March 14: HOUSTON, TEXAS: Late Model Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support Equipment, All Types of Trucks and Trailers.

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

7. NEW DATE - LIVE: Wednesday, March 20: FT. WORTH, TEXAS: One Owner. 110+ Lease Returns. Large Quantity Late Model Dump Trucks(6 & 7 axle), (20)Truck Tractors, (20)Dump Trailers, (3)Tanker Trailers, Construction Equipment.

8. VIRTUAL: Thursday, March 21: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, John Deere, Case Construction Equipment, Attachments, Support, Trailers and Trucks.

9. 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.

10. LIVE: Wednesday, March 27: ACME, PENNSYLVANIA: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.

11-14. 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.

15. 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.

16. LIVE: Wednesday, April 17: NEWPORT (Derby), VERMONT: Late Model Agriculture, Construction, Logging & Utility Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickup Trucks, Trailers.

17. 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.

18. TIMED: Closes- Wednesday, April 24, Opens- Wednesday, April 10: 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.

19. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, April 25, Opens- Monday, April 15: LANCASTER (Columbus), OHIO: Large Quantity Late Model 53ft. to 48ft. Van Trailers

20. 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.

21. LIVE: Saturday, April 27: ITHACA, NEW YORK: Charity Auction. Cornell University. AGR Fraternity. A Fun Time. A Good Cause.

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

23. LIVE: Thursday, May 2: SARDIS, OHIO: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Trucks, Trailers, All Types of Support and Attachments.

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.

25. LIVE: Saturday, May 4: ATKINSON, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, All Types of Trucks, Trailers, New Support and New Attachments.

NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED

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

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

28. 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.

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

30. ALIQUIPPA, PENNSYLVANIA: 3 Major Job Completions of Late Model Construction, Earthmoving Equipment, All Types Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.

Skid Steer, s/n 2428700 (803 Hours) • `13 BOBCAT M-Grader 84 Hydraulic Grader Attachment • PALADIN 24” Hydraulic Milling Attachment • BOBCAT 18” Milling Attachment • BOBCAT 80” 6-Way Straight Blade • BOBCAT 68 Hydraulic Angle Broom • BUFFALO Hydraulic Blower • 48” Forks • 66” Bolt-On Bucket Teeth

Dump Trucks: `16 PETERBILT 365 Tri-Axle (145,412 Miles)

Bobcat Announces Expansion of Its Product Portfolio

Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of forklifts; industrial air compressors; turf renovation equipment; and portable power products including air compressors, generators and light towers.

“Through our unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence, we have significantly broadened our product portfolio to not only meet the needs of our loyal customers but also to inspire and empower new customers to conquer their toughest job site challenges,” said Scott Park, CEO and vice chairman of Doosan Bobcat Inc.

“With an expanded range of solutions, we’re empowering even more customers to accomplish more.”

Customers can now purchase Bobcat branded industrial air compressors ranging from 30- to 200-hp, with both fixed and variable speed offerings.

These products are now available at select Bobcat dealerships throughout North America. Last year, Bobcat announced Doosan Industrial Vehicle, Doosan Portable Power, Doosan Industrial Air and RYAN turf renovation products would change to the Bobcat brand as part of the organization’s global brand strategy. All product lines have officially rebranded under Bobcat in North

Bobcat-branded products include internal combustion cushion and pneumatic tire forklifts, electric counterbalance forklifts, narrow aisle forklifts, pallet trucks/stacker forklifts and warehouse vehicles.

America with transitions on these product lines also happening globally in applicable markets.

Customers can now purchase these Bobcat branded products, which includes:

• Forklifts: Internal combustion cushion and pneumatic tire forklifts, electric counterbalance forklifts, narrow aisle forklifts, pallet trucks/stacker forklifts and warehouse vehi-

cles.

• Industrial air: Industrial air compressors ranging from 30- to 200-hp, with both fixed and variable speed offerings.

• Turf renovation equipment: Aerators, sod cutters, dethatchers, overseeders and other specialty products that serve landscaping and grounds care professionals across a variety of industries including golf, sports

turf, landscaping and rental.

• Portable power: Air compressors ranging from 185 to 1600 CFM, mobile generators ranging from 25 to 570 kVA and light towers with runtime up to 105 hours. Customers can search bobcat.com/dealer to find their local dealer offering these newly rebranded Bobcat products. 

(Photos courtesy of Bobcat)

In the main amphitheater, you can bid in person, while others choose to bring their iPads and bid online.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Conducts Its

RB Global Inc. announced that Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers sold more than 16,500 equipment items, trucks and vehicles at its Feb. 19 to 23 premier global auction event in Orlando, Fla., generating more than $258 million in gross transaction value (GTV).

The premier global auction event attracted more than 22,000 people from more than 80 countries, with approximately 83 percent of the equipment selling to U.S. buyers, including 22 percent purchased by Floridians. The remaining 17 percent of the equipment was purchased by international buyers from as far away as Poland, India and Vietnam.

“It was another successful year of onsite and online bidding and buying at our premier global auction in Florida, helping us drive strong results for the massive selection of equipment and vehicles available,” said Jim Kessler, chief executive officer of RB Global. “Our 200-acre yard was busy all week with customers viewing and inspecting equipment and it was great to be able to meet and connect with customers in person. At the same time, many more were participating online or through our mobile app from the convenience of their home or office.

“I’d like to offer a huge thank you to all our customers participating onsite and online last week,” he added. “Our talented team, unique approach to yards and innovative technology platform give buyers the confidence to purchase from around the world and give sellers the very best returns for their assets.”

For more information, visit rbauction.com/Orlando.  CEG

(All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)

There were a number of Hamm rollers on the lot.

The American flag hangs from a crane at the Ritchie Bros. 2024 Florida Auction.

The Ritchie Bros. auction had a bit of everything for attendees.

A lineup of iron as far as the eye can see.

haul truck.

Fred Vilsmeier auctioning off equipment.

Premier Global Auction in Orlando

Attendees had the opportunity to network with other industry professionals at the event.

(L-R): Dianna Rodriguez, controller; Michael Rodriguez, owner; and Brian Rodriguez, construction and administration; were looking to bid a few different machines as their business, E & M Brothers Construction LLC, has a lot of jobs this year in Puerto Rico. It focuses on road repair and gabion walls.

Powerscreen had its lineup on display.

Mecalac had its line of AX 850 articulated loaders on display. A number of cranes were on display for bidders.

Brendan and Olivia Hammond with their children at the Richie Bros. Sale. They are the owners of J & S Construction in Presque Isle, Maine. The company focuses on residential and commercial earthwork, site excavation, concrete and septic.

Attendees line up at the registration desk to obtain all the details of the auction.

Firm’s Name Derives From Founder’s Late Father’s Nickname

from page 20

“Business was booming for the phone company. They were diversifying into the wireless market and there was a high demand for the construction of cell towers. Having a steady flow of business from a good anchor account put us in a position to expand aggressively into other markets. It wasn’t long before, we were doing a lot of commercial excavation and foundation work as well as utility installations … really any type of project that involved excavation or site work.”

Approximately 10 years after the founding of Mizzy Construction, Mierzejewski found himself at a turning point. He had been taking a conservative approach to the management of his firm, being very careful not to grow too fast and not shying away from turning away work if he felt that it would press them too hard to accomplish the projects. Around the year 2000, he decided to change direction.

“We actively started to pursue new business. I hired new people and made it a point to hire good management level people whenever possible. I wanted to get away from being in the position that I had to be hands-on with every project we were involved in, and instead have quality people on staff to handle the projects and letting me get more involved in the big picture. As an example, right now we have four project managers. That gives us a great deal of flexibility and the opportunity to grow in different directions.”

Mizzy Construction is currently involved in numerous site development projects throughout the state of Connecticut. The company also does a fair amount of business with local municipalities, CTDOT, and for major utility companies throughout the state.

“We have specialized crews to do work for the area utility companies. We currently have approximately 85 employees. Our equipment inventory is extensive. We have over 40 excavators just to give you an example, not to mention all of the other categories of equipment that we have.”

Mierzejewski has a very traditional approach to equipment ownership. He very rarely rents equipment, and he typically does not want to purchase a piece of equipment that’s been owned or operated by someone else. When he buys, it is typically a machine with zero hours.

“We just bought two new machines to replace two machines that had 20,000 and 18,000 hours on them, respectively. The expenditures for maintenance on buying used machines versus what a brand-new machine costs and the reduced amount of maintenance that you put into a new machine, there is no savings buying used. Buy new machines, properly maintain them

and run them until there is very little life in them, that is an approach that just works for us.”

Over the years Mierzejewski has converted a significant amount of his fleet to John Deere machines.

“As you start increasing your investment in a dealership, relationships also come into play. Originally, at W.I. Clark [Connecticut’s John Deere dealer], I worked very closely with Ray Tripodina. Ray took great care of us and eventually retired, at which point I started working with Matt LaDuke. It doesn’t seem possible, but that was 15 years ago. That relationship has continued to grow as Matt demonstrated a keen

Mizzy Construction is handling the installation of thousands of feet of utility lines at the Portland,

became our representative. We’ve worked together so long it’s now beyond just the equipment. We occasionally grab lunch together, but now we [also] go boating and fishing together.

Mierzejewski and his fishing team regularly goes fishing for big fish, shark and tuna. A few years ago, they caught a 559 lb. Tiger shark off the coast of Long Island in Montauk to bring home the trophy in one of the tournaments they had entered. In fact, in the 12 years they have entered they’ve won it three times.

ability to match up the right equipment for our needs, make sure we are getting properly serviced and resolve problems whenever they arise.

“Buying new equipment from a dealership is just about the same experience no matter where you go. It’s what happens afterwards that makes the difference. When the machine goes down, do they understand what that is costing you? How quickly do they return your phone call? Do they walk through your door with the part you need? If they don’t have the part, do they get you another machine to keep you going?

“Those are all the things that Matt has continued to bring to the table since he

Mierzejewski may still not be sure if it was the quality of the fishing, the great service or the great machines, but today almost without exception every machine he buys is a John Deere —excavators, haul trucks, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, graders and dozers.

“There’s no reason for me to look anywhere else. W.I. Clark’s service and parts support was right there every time I needed them. If it can’t be fixed or part can't be found, I’ve got a replacement machine to use until the problem is resolved,” Mierzejewski said.

For more information, visit www.wiclark.com and www.mizzyconstruction.com.  CEG

(All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved, except where noted.)

This John Deere 345GLC is a recent addition to Mizzy’s excavator fleet.

MIZZY

Mizzy’s expertise includes commercial concrete.

Conn., site.

Spring Commercial Truck

& Equipment

Bechtelsville, PA March 28th

IEDA Annual Meeting, Auction Soars Past Its Own Records

The February Annual Meeting of the Independent Equipment Dealers Association’s theme was “Soar in 24” and that was on full display at the three-day conference in Kissimmee, Fla., Feb. 16-18.

Attendance was nearly 20 percent higher, with approximately 200 paid attendees, and registered golfers for the annual tournament nearly doubled over 2023’s players. Also, IEDA’s Second Annual Live and Online Auction raised more than $32,000 for the IEDA Foundation’s technician scholarship fund, more than triple the proceeds from donated prizes at the first auction in 2023.

A recently-added kickoff feature for the annual meeting, the IEDA Auction was held Feb. 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., under a huge white tent on the 100-ft.-long front lawn of the Reunion Resort and Golf Club –– the meeting has convened at the Reunion property for three consecutive years.

Bryan Auction, owned by IEDA Board Member Doug Bryan, conducted the equipment auction featuring more than 400 individual lots of all IEDA-member-consigned equipment, trucks, attachments, vehicles and tools. More than 13,000 registered online bidders participated, and more than 200 people attended the family-friendly event in person. Bryan Auction provided a catered Southern lunch buffet and a cash bar to give attendees a fun and laid-back auction networking experience reminiscent of the ’90s and earlier.

The primary reason the auction was

launched in 2023 was to raise money for the IEDA Foundation, which, since 2022, has awarded 10 merit scholarships of $5,000 each to students enrolled in post-secondary heavy equipment programs to become qualified diesel technicians.

“We knew the auction had the potential to raise a lot more money for the Foundation, and my wife, Courtney, and I are overjoyed to present $32,125 for an incredibly worthwhile cause,” said Bryan. “We are grateful to the IEDA board and all the IEDA members who generously contributed to the success of this year’s auction, and everyone had a great time. We see nothing but growth every year going forward at this auction.”

On Friday evening, Feb. 16, IEDA hosted a Welcome Party for its 200 guests in the sprawling lobby and Romanesque verandah of the Reunion, featuring lavish buffets, full bar and live music.

“The networking at IEDA is phenomenal, and, thanks to our executive director and master event planner, Dave Gordon, our members are able to connect with each other in grand style,” said IEDA President Steve Udelson from Easton Sales & Rentals. “There is no detail overlooked at the networking parties we host. I think I can safely speak for the entire IEDA board and membership when I say that this IEDA meeting is the most anticipated and thoroughly enjoyed industry event of the year for the independent distribution channel.”

Saturday’s business program opened with

(L-R): Matt Jensen, Brad Grafe and Zach Myhre, all of Valley Transport Services Inc.

The IEDA Welcome Party on Feb. 16 featured a happy mix of independent dealers, service providers and product suppliers in a festive environment with live music and large buffets.

Chris Wilson (L), JW Tractor, and David Baugous, RDO Equipment Co.

Michael Pentz, IEDA director, and of the Calvin Group.

Golfers were undeterred by rain showers at the IEDA annual tournament. (LR) are Jason Dey, Specialty Insurance; Guy Roof, Con-Equip of the Carolinas; David Gordon, IEDA; Lou Klein, Specialty Insurance; and Cullen Mancusso, Sunbelt Rentals.

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Army Veteran Col. Greg Gadsen gave a stirring keynote talk about his military experiences and life lessons, emphasizing team and leadership.

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an economic overview and strategic business advice with CPA Gene Marks, a former New York Times and The Washington Post columnist and frequent commentator on Fox News, MSNBC and other news outlets. The day’s presentation topics included insights for mergers and acquisitions and a proven system for coaching the dealer’s sales team.

A contractor/customer panel discussed candid perspectives on a range of issues related to buying, renting and repairing construction equipment. The panel consisted of two members of the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) –– Dan Maitland, an AEMP board member, and Chris Fontana –– as well as Tommy MacDonald, owner of Top Tier Site Prep, and was moderated by distribution expert Mike Marks, co-founder of Indian River Consulting Group.

The conference concluded with a moving keynote talk from Col. Greg Gadsen, who lost both legs and partial use of his right hand in an explosion while serving in Iraq in 2007.

Relationship-building was the workout of the day Sunday morning as 100 golfers filed into rows of carts and hit the links, undeterred by day-long rain showers.

The closing party Sunday evening brought more than 230 dealers, service providers and OEM used equipment managers together to enjoy dinner, drinks, more live music, and abundant conversation, stories and laughter.

“On behalf of the IEDA board of directors and the IEDA staff, I want to thank our members for investing in themselves by attending the Annual Meeting,” said Executive Director Dave Gordon. “There’s a good reason contractors want to do business with IEDA member companies: They are the most ethical, solution-minded and truly customer-centric independent equipment dealers in the channel. One of their highest priorities is learning best practices and staying informed about industry trends and customer needs. IEDA is an important vessel delivering the content that helps them continue to grow and excel in the equipment marketplace.”

IEDA is a non-profit trade association promoting participation, professionalism and advancement in the independent distribution of heavy equipment. The association focuses its efforts on providing discounts, marketing, advertising, education and networking opportunities to members that will result in increased sales for member companies. Selling, renting and servicing equipment, IEDA members are committed to displaying leadership in the industry by making ethical decisions and accurate claims to customers. IEDA was established in 2002 and, according to the association, it has become a unified and powerful voice within the industry. 

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Throughout the Business Program on Feb. 17, IEDA provided ample time for attendees to connect with dozens of exhibitors and sponsors.

(L-R): Dave Gordon, executive director of IEDA; Steve Udelson, IEDA president, and of Easton Sales and Rentals Inc.; and Adam Brown, Newman Tractor, Walton, Ky., and Bartow, Fla.

The Bryan Auction team (L-R) are Brian Mooney; Trent Rudquist; Doug Bryan, president and CEO; Rus Puchalla; and Matt Morabec.

Nadia Gagnon and Marc-Andre Nault, used equipment manager, LiebherrCanada.

(L-R): Pawel Pastor and Eric Willering, both of Wilco Machinery; Greg Hall, president and owner of Hall Equipment Company; and Willem Tuinstra of Pon Equipment BV.

The 2nd Annual IEDA Live & Virtual Auction on Friday, Feb. 16, kicked off the IEDA Annual Meeting in Kissimmee, Fla.

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Company Calls for Improved Safety in Non-Standard Lifts

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

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

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

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

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

While a sling and some hooks are usually suitable for a standard lift with easy connections such as a shackle and welded eye or plate, a non-traditional lift like a large motor or a flat gear can be much more challenging. In these cases, AMH recommends rotating hoist rings, as they are specifically designed to lift from the focal point and keep the load centered — traditional eyebolts can tend to sideload.

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

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

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

“There is also no more shimming the

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

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

About All Material Handling

All Material Handling Inc. is dedicated to making lifting and handling safer and more efficient. The privately-owned company is a provider of material handling equipment and accessories to applications in construction, industrial supply, maintenance, marine, military, mining, petrochemical, railroad, rental, ship building and utilities.

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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!

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