Virginia Paving photo Airport officials decided to rubblize the old concrete runways that were at least 40 years old.
By Chuck MacDonald CEG CORRESPONDENT
Replacing a worn-out runway at an airport used to be a tedious business. The concrete pavement would be broken and removed, then hauled off to a landfill or used as a base material in a new pavement. That’s old school. At Norfolk International Airport in
Norfolk, Va., engineers decided to take a different approach and rubblize the old concrete that was at least 40 years old.
Instead of removing the worn-out runway, a team led by Virginia Paving used rubblizing equipment to fracture the existing concrete pavement into a course base material for the new flex-
By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
Two and a half years after the signing of the Infrastructure and Jobs Act, the grading for results is mixed.
Some say the bipartisan IIJA will advance the nation’s infrastructure industry for decades to come. Others say like commuter traffic it’s moving way too slowly to see much difference over 24-plus months. How long will it take to see measurable progress? As usual, it depends on whom you ask.
State transportation agencies have put thousands of skilled craft laborers to work on new bridge and highway projects. Yet see IIJA page 26
ible pavement section. The asphalt for the new runway will be laid on top of the rubblized concrete, serving as an excellent base for a revitalized airstrip.
Anthony Rondeau is the executive vice president of the Norfolk Airport Authority. He said the see RUNWAY page 22
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business leaders are positioned to take their firms to new heights following their successful completion of Clark Construction Group’s Strategic Partnership Program (SPP).
8 N.Y. BEGINS REPLACEMENT OF BRONX RIVER PARKWAY BRIDGES
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that a $517.5 million initiative to replace bridges along the Bronx River Parkway has gotten under way. She said construction will improve resiliency and enhance safety along a vital travel artery.
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20 DYNAPAC CELEBRATES MILESTONE BY SUPPORTING DREAM ON 3
Dynapac celebrated its 90th anniversary by partnering with Dream On 3, a charity dedicated to making sports dreams come true for children living with chronic illnesses, disabilities and life-altering conditions.
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The rigorous accreditation process required meeting a 40-plus point Accredited Training Provider Standard that included submitting hundreds of pages of documentation demonstrating that the standard was met.
12 TEREX SERVICE SCHOOL PROVIDES HANDS-ON INSTRUCTION FOR TECHS
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16 WHEN ACCURACY MATTERS MOST: GRADE INDICATION TECH
The latest equipment models can come equipped with polished yet practical features such as rear-view cameras, high-definition screens, sensors, telematics and autonomous control. These features improve accuracy and control. 16
ABC estimates that the construction industry’s federal and state GRAPs had about 250,000 apprentice participants and yielded just 40,000 to 45,000 completers in fiscal year 2023.
18 UNITED CONSTRUCTION & FORESTRY HOLDS GRAND OPENING
United Construction & Forestry held a grand opening celebration June 21, 2024, at its new facility in Pembroke, N.H. United Construction & Forestry and its sister company, United Ag & Turf, operate John Deere dealerships.
N.J. BEGINS PROCESS TO DESIGN, BUILD NEW WOMEN’S PRISON
The New Jersey Department of Corrections began an open solicitation for design consultation that will be pivotal in providing architecture and engineering services for developing a new and modern women’s correctional facility in the state.
38 SNOW, ICE REMOVAL INDUSTRY GATHERS FOR ANNUAL SIMA SHOW
The Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA) held its 27th annual Snow and Ice Symposium June 25 to 28 at the David L Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pa.
40 NEXT PHASE OF ENHANCEMENTS BEGIN AT DEL.’S JAMES FARM
After a groundbreaking ceremony in early June, construction on Phase II of improvements to the James Farm Ecological Preserve in Ocean View, Del., has gotten under way.
79 FELLING TRAILERS’ ENGLE TO EMBARK ON LIFE’S NEXT ADVENTURE
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Clark Announces Inaugural Graduates From Training Program
Twenty-two Richmond, Va.area small and diverse business leaders are positioned to take their firms to new heights following their successful completion of Clark Construction Group’s Strategic Partnership Program (SPP).
Throughout the six-month executive development course, SPP participants focused on a range of business and construction industry topics, including financial statements and accounting, insurance and bonding, estimating, purchasing, project management and essential business competencies such as presentation and networking skills.
Twenty-two Richmond, Va.-area small and diverse business leaders are positioned to take their firms to new heights following their successful completion of Clark Construction Group’s Strategic Partnership Program (SPP).
The learning experience culminated with a capstone project where SPP participants presented to industry leaders.
“I am thrilled Clark has expanded SPP to emerging firms in the Greater Richmond area. Many of the companies in our inaugural cohort are well known in the local subcontracting community and have been in operation for years. They are now empowered with the knowledge on how to scale and attract greater opportunities
through this program. I look forward to what they will accomplish,” said Brandon Shaw, vice president of Clark Construction leading the company’s efforts in central Virginia.
Established in 2006, the Strategic Partnership Program delivers executive MBA-style classes to small minority-, women-, and veteran-owned firms in the construction industry. The SPP curriculum combines classes taught by Clark’s building professionals and local industry experts with
interactive team projects and workshops.
Clark founded the SPP to enhance the size, scale and capacity of small, local businesses to contribute to largescale construction projects. Since its inception, Clark has expanded the course to 10 markets across the country. Richmond graduates join the broader SPP alumni network of more than 1,600 business leaders and construction entrepreneurs.
Clark’s inaugural Strategic Partnership Program cohort in the Greater Richmond area includes:
• Anthony Forrest, B & S Development Inc.
• Bryan Nevers, Wysin Contracting LLC.
• Cherrika Fauntleroy, A Touch of Hope Spring Cleaning
• Chiroya Cephas, CEPHAS NEXT INC
• Corey Smith, DMA Floors
• Danny Abirafeh, Smash My Trash Richmond
• Edwin Minter, MinterFresh Cleaning Services
• Elizabeth Belcher, Trinity Steel Erection Inc.
• Raja’ee El-Amin, H & H Real Estate Development Corp
• Hasan Hannibal, The Hanson Company
• Janet King, Trinity Commercial Development LLC
• Jeff Zoeckler, Hana Engineers and Consultants LLC
• Jesse Clark, New Kent Coatings
• Larry D. Wallace Sr., Wallace & Sons Transport LLC
• Matthew Stewart, Clark’s Lumber and Millwork
• Mo Karnage, Karnage Construction LLC
• Nicole Mason, Glean LLC
• Rick Hughes, Ball Office Products
• Ryan McClanan, Victory Pest Management LLC
• Thomas Addison, 4TAS Supply
• Tiffany Dabney, D&H Construction Services Inc.
• Will McLendon, Carville Landscape Company
Interested firms can learn more about the Strategic Partnership Program or apply for an upcoming class by visiting www.clarkconstruction.com/spp.
N.Y. Begins Replacement of Bronx River Parkway Bridges
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced June 26 that a $517.5 million initiative to replace bridges along the Bronx River Parkway has gotten under way.
She said the construction will improve resiliency and enhance safety along a vital travel artery that serves tens of thousands of commuters each day.
The project, which contains more than $200 million in funding provided by the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, will also create smoother traffic flow by providing a dedicated southbound exit ramp from the parkway to East 177th Street.
In addition, a new shared-use path will be constructed that includes a connection to the scenic Bronx River Greenway for pedestrians and cyclists.
Hochul added that improvements to the expressway are especially necessary as climate change continues to impact the area and emphasized the need for upgrades to some of the surrounding roadways.
“Modernizing our infrastructure to meet the demands of the 21st century means creating a transportation network that strengthens the connections between communities and provides opportunity for all users, including pedestrians and cyclists,” Hochul said in a news release.
According to her office, contractors will replace two bridges south of the Bronx Zoo.
The first carries the Bronx River Parkway
over East Tremont Avenue, while the second crosses East 180th Street, Morris Park Avenue, and an adjacent New York City Transit yard.
Both highway structures were built in 1951 and are nearing the end of their service lives.
They will be replaced with modern structures featuring redundant steel girders, stainless-steel reinforced concrete decks, concrete piers, fewer bridge joints and other features intended to reduce their long-term maintenance costs and harden their resistance to the impacts of climate change and severe weather.
Last September, a week of rain flooded the Bronx River Parkway and caused suspensions on three Metro-North rail lines, according to the Bronx Times. The parkway was temporarily closed in both directions as crews tried to mitigate the damage, and Hochul declared a State of Emergency across New York City, the Hudson River Valley and Long Island.
Another critical goal of the rebuilding effort is to cut down on the high number of fatal crashes that have occurred in recent years along this particular stretch of the busy commuter artery, a fact that has led many people to refer to it as the parkway’s “Bermuda Triangle.”
Welcome Replacement of Aging Infrastructure
The new construction was announced four days before congestion pricing, which would fund outstanding Metropolitan Transportation
Authority (MTA) capital projects, was set to take effect. Hochul indefinitely delayed the program, designed to charge a $15 toll for cars entering parts of Manhattan, in a last-minute decision earlier in June that drew much scrutiny.
In addition to full bridge replacements, which aim to reduce longer-term upkeep costs and provide a better defense against the affects of climate change, the project also will include new stormwater drainage facilities, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant curbs, ramps and sidewalks.
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) also plans to resurface the roadway along Morris Park Avenue from East 180th Street.
Large concrete surfaces within the project limits will feature architectural design elements to match those already present in the surrounding area, Hochul’s office said, and part of the project will get a new exit ramp from southbound Bronx River Parkway to East 177th Street that is due to cross Morris Park Avenue, East 180th, and East Tremont Avenue along the way. This is meant to smooth the flow of traffic and “help tie together residential neighborhoods.”
The new, 12-ft.-wide, shared-use path will be constructed to the east of the parkway’s northbound lanes and is designed to help tie together residential neighborhoods in the area. It will
begin near the intersection of Bronx River and Noble avenues and connect to the existing Bronx River Greenway (BRG) in Bronx Park, near the New York Police Department (NYPD) Highway Patrol Building.
Construction of the new bridges will be conducted in stages and all travel lanes on the Bronx River Parkway will be maintained throughout the project. Except for several key overnight periods, access to existing ramps and city streets also will be maintained throughout construction.
Because of extensive coordination between NYSDOT and New York City Transit, interruptions to nearby rail traffic during demolition and construction will also be minimized, Hochul’s office noted in its news release.
“This project is part of New York State’s ongoing commitment to restore its aging infrastructure, creating a more resilient transportation network that connects communities, promotes growth, enhances public safety and provides access to all users of the system,” said Marie Therese Dominguez, commissioner of the NYSDOT. “These new bridges, exit ramp and shared-use path along the Bronx River Parkway will improve and enhance travel for all users … along one of the metropolitan region’s busiest highways.”
The Bronx Parkway replacement project is slated for completion in the spring of 2028, according to NYSDOT.
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DBIA Updates Best Practices for Water, Wastewater Sector
The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) has released its updated Water and Wastewater Best Practices document.
This essential guide expands on DBIA’s Universal Best Practices, offering tailored support to professionals in the water and wastewater sector to enhance project efficiency and success. By addressing the unique challenges of this vital industry, these targeted Best Practices aim to ensure high-quality design-build projects that prioritize public health and safety.
A subgroup of DBIA’s Water/Wastewater Markets Committee, led by Chair David Hill, DBIA, and Co-Chair Drew Zirkle, DBIA, collaborated with a diverse team of experienced experts and partner organizations to update these best practices.
“The ever-increasing demands of water and wastewater as a musthave infrastructure require continuous improvement and innovation of not only what we build but how we deliver what we build,” said Hill. “The DBIA
Water/Wastewater Best Practices provide a continuous strong foundation to tackle these demands and deliver the highest certainty of outcome.”
Why Water, Wastewater Best Practices Are Necessary
The Water and Wastewater Best Practices Primer is essential for several reasons. It offers a structured approach to managing the unique challenges of water and wastewater projects, ensuring public health and safety are prioritized. The guidance on procurement and contracting helps streamline processes and mitigate risks, leading to more successful project outcomes.
By fostering collaboration among stakeholders and promoting ethical conduct and competence, the document supports the development of high-performing teams that can deliver exceptional results. DBIA is dedicated to continuous improvement and the dissemination of leading-edge information.
The Water and Wastewater Best Practices Primer aligns with DBIA’s Universal Best Practices, with an emphasis on the specific needs of the water and wastewater sector.
Key Highlights of Water, Wastewater Best Practices
• Navigating Local Governance: The sector’s local implementation, often managed by cities, counties or quasi-governmental utilities, requires intricate procurement processes influenced by state statutes, local ordinances and utility board regulations. The Best Practices document provides guidance to navigate these challenges effectively.
• Addressing Technical and Logistical Challenges: These projects are inherently demanding due to their impact on public health and safety, the need for public stakeholder engagement and stringent regulatory approvals. The primer outlines strategies for addressing these demands, including integrating operations and maintenance
Terex Service School Provides Hands-On Instruction for Techs
In June, Terex Utilities held its 39th annual Service School at Lake Area Technical College for 56 participants from across the United States and Canada.
The service school provides a hands-on experience that helps equipment technicians understand more on inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, servicing and operating equipment.
This year, the school consisted of nine stations, with Terex team member instructors from the Technical Support, Field Service, and the Regional Production Support Managers group. Stations included training on specific aerial devices and digger derricks and instruction on maintenance.
entails and participants got to perform the test on an aerial unit.”
While the training is geared for technicians who work on the equipment, other individuals such as trainers, can benefit from this hands-on learning experience.
staff early to enhance collaboration and project success.
• Choosing the Right Delivery Models: The document emphasizes selecting the appropriate organizational structure and project delivery model, such as Progressive DesignBuild (PDB), Design-BuildOperate (DBO) and Design-BuildOperate-Maintain (DBOM). These models offer flexibility and expanded scope, including financing and maintenance services.
• Upholding Ethical and Professional Standards: The Best Practices are anchored by ethical conduct, demonstrated competence, sustainable professional development and support for diversity, equity and inclusion. These principles ensure projects are executed with integrity and excellence.
• Comprehensive SectorSpecific Guidance: Organized into three primary sections — Procuring Design-Build Services, Contracting for Design-Build Services and Executing DesignBuild Projects — the primer pro-
vides detailed best practices and implementation techniques tailored to the water/wastewater sector. Backed by Industry Data, Trends
DBIA has released the updated Water and Wastewater Best Practices Primer at a time when design-build is increasingly recognized as the fastest-growing and most efficient project delivery method.
According to the 2023 FMI Mid-Cycle Update Report, designbuild construction spending is anticipated to reach over $405 billion by 2026, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2 percent from 2022 to 2026. This growth is driven by the advantages of design-build, including faster project delivery, reduced costs and improved collaboration among project stakeholders.
Specifically, the water and wastewater segment is expected to see significant investment, accounting for 7 percent of the total design-build construction spending during this period.
Associated Training Services Wins CCO EDU Accreditation
Associated Training Services (ATS) has been qualified by CCO Education Services (CCO EDU) as an Accredited Training Provider (ATP).
John Klabacka, president of ATS, said, “We are proud and excited to be an Accredited Training Provider under the new CCO EDU accreditation standards. ATS understands the importance of training providers meeting higher level standards to give potential customers a measure of judging quality when it comes to training and preparation for CCO certification testing.”
“We are constantly looking for ways to improve the school by receiving feedback through surveys each year,” Will Biberdorf, product support tech said. “This year we added a class on the new ANSI standard for 15-year structural testing which states that structural tests are required when a unit reaches the age of 15 years, then every 10 years. This station went over what this all
Roger Pothier is the owner and an instructor at Live Line Utility Training Inc. in Canada. With 20 years of experience as an automotive and heavy-duty mechanic, Pothier opened Live Line Utility Training in September 2023, which is an accredited training supplier for the Canadian Utility Fleet Council. For more information, visit www.terex.com/utilities.
The rigorous accreditation process required meeting a 40-plus point Accredited Training Provider Standard that included submitting hundreds of pages of documentation demonstrating that the standard was met. CCO EDU thoroughly audited ATS and conducted interviews to verify the information.
Organizations earning the prestigious ATP designation can be found at ccoedu.org/accredited-training-provider-listing/ . CCO EDU launched the ATP program in
2024 to demonstrate evaluation and identification of high-quality training providers.
“The ATP designation identifies training organizations that have met the stringent standards put in place by CCO EDU,” said CEO Thom Sicklesteel. “We congratulate John Klabacka and ATS on meeting this standard and congratulate them on the welldeserved ATP recognition.”
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When Accuracy Matters Most: Grade Indication Tech
By Luke Hill SPECIAL TO CEG
Technology is changing the way operators complete their work.
The latest equipment models can come equipped with polished yet practical features such as rear-view cameras, high-definition screens, sensors, telematics and autonomous control. These features not only improve accuracy and operator control but also reduce downtime — keeping your team productive and protecting your bottom line.
Depth check technology is no exception. Investing in this type of technology for your next compact excavator purchase can pay dividends in the long run. Its efficacy is proven throughout a variety of applications.
Bobcat digs deeper into why today’s groundbreakers are embracing grade indication technology for their compact excavators.
Productivity
Grade indication technology like Bobcat’s Depth Check System eliminates the need for operators to exit the compact excavator cab to manually check the grade or depth.
Leveraging the capabilities of a Depth Check System improves the productivity of
your team by keeping them in the cab and focused on the task at hand. It also eliminates the need for another individual to be onsite.
The “grade stake” worker would now be available to operate a different machine on the same job site or tackling another task and driving revenue for the business.
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Additionally, Depth Check technology improves machine productivity overall for your compact excavator. Tasks such as trenching for utility lines, digging basements or placing drainage ditches can be performed with improved ease, speed and effectiveness. This type of consistency reduces the time associated with backfilling, compacting fill material or manual labor to finalize a job site depth or grade.
Precision
alerts signal target depths or notify them that they’ve gone too far.
Bobcat’s E32-E88 compact excavator models can be equipped with the optional Bobcat Depth Check System technology — making the machines even more versatile, valuable and efficient than before.
Precision and accuracy are important on every job site, but this is especially true if a new operator on your team has had limited hours in the cab. There is undoubtedly a learning curve when it comes to managing and maneuvering construction equipment.
Advanced technology systems like Depth Check can prove beneficial for both new and seasoned operators to improve accuracy on the job and prevent rework from under- or over-digging.
ment requires accurate calculation and control.
Investing in Depth Check technology empowers operators to make more informed decisions during their dig, adjust or reposition as needed to avoid mistakes that lead to additional work and costs of correcting mistakes.
When used correctly, technology can be a major asset to your fleet of equipment — especially your compact excavators. At Bobcat, Depth Check technology is available for E32-E88 compact excavators — both short and long arm models — and can be installed on the machine through a dealership at any time.
Bobcat E48E88 compact excavator models come Depth Check ready where mounting provisions for the sensors are provided as standard equipment. This makes the installation quicker and more affordable for the end user, according to the manufacturer.
The intuitive technology of Depth Check system uses sensors that detect the position of the bucket’s teeth or cutting edge, allowing operators to set their desired dig depth and work against the benchmark. When an operator approaches grade point, audible
Peace of Mind
Operators may find themselves in work environments that are uniquely challenging and complex — from working around water lines and fiber optic cables to busy roadways and bridges where every machine move-
Digging, trenching and grading with accuracy is difficult work that requires an incredible amount of attention and care, and utilizing Depth Check technology is one way to make the job easier on your operator and more profitable for your business.
(Luke Hill is a product specialist at Doosan Bobcat.)
At current rates of participation and completion, federal and state government-registered apprenticeship programs will fail to meet the construction industry’s short- and long-term skilled workforce needs, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of recently released U.S. Department of Labor data.
ABC estimates that the construction industry’s federal and state GRAPs had about 250,000 apprentice participants and yielded just 40,000 to 45,000 completers in fiscal year 2023.*
“It is no secret that America’s government-registered apprenticeship system isn’t keeping up with construction industry demand for skilled craft professionals, despite dedicated efforts by many stakeholders to create new programs, grow capacity and attract new apprentices,” said Ben Brubeck, ABC vice president of regulatory, labor and state affairs.
“Unfortunately, a controversial Biden administration proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Labor overhauling regulations for all government-registered apprenticeship program participants, providers and state regulators is likely to exacerbate the industry’s skilled labor shortage.”
On Jan. 31, ABC projected the construc-
tion industry workforce shortage of craft and noncraft labor to top half a million in 2024.
“The Biden administration’s proposal will discourage employer participation in the GRAP system by needlessly adding more uncertainty and costs in the form of new recordkeeping and reporting requirements, while also eliminating flexible competencybased approaches to workforce development that attract apprentices and employers into the system,” said Brubeck.
“As currently written, the lengthy Biden proposal threatens to undermine significant investments recently made by taxpayers in infrastructure, clean energy and manufacturing projects procured by government and private developers.”
ABC submitted comments on the Biden DOL’s proposal by its March 18 deadline, and is soliciting feedback from ABC members and industry leaders to recommend policy solutions that would increase apprentice, employer and provider participation and capacity in the GRAP system.
“ABC champions government-registered apprenticeships as part of a diverse, all-ofthe-above solution to workforce development needs that only together can solve the construction industry’s demand for skilled craft professionals, as well as engineers, esti-
mators and project managers,” said Brubeck.
“ABC’s 68 chapters are educating craft, safety and management professionals using innovative and flexible learning models like just-in-time task training, competency-based progression and work-based learning, in addition to more than 450 federal and state GRAPs in more than 20 different occupations across America, in order to develop a safe, skilled and productive workforce. ABC members invested an estimated $1.5 billion in construction industry workforce development to upskill 1.3 million course attendees in 2022, including hundreds of GRAPs administered independently by ABC member companies.”
ABC has expressed concerns with new Biden administration policies requiring the use of apprentices on federally assisted electric vehicle charging stations and clean energy construction projects procured by private developers. For example, the Inflation Reduction Act provides $270 billion in tax credits to private developers of clean energy construction projects, but in order to unlock the full 30 percent value of tax credits, they are required to ensure that 15 percent of all construction labor hours on an eligible project are performed by government-registered apprentices.
Clean energy stakeholders and builders are concerned these requirements will be difficult to meet because of a lack of GRAPs in certain marketplaces and difficulties getting new GRAPs approved in certain states to expand capacity and increase apprenticeship enrollment. A lack of apprentices and GRAPs will ultimately increase costs and delay the construction of new projects, undermining the Biden administration’s clean energy agenda.
According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the construction industry had 8.137 million craft and noncraft employees as of January 2024, and experienced an unemployment rate between 3.5 percent and 4.8 percent during peak construction months in 2023.
According to DOL apprenticeship data, apprentices enrolled in construction industry GRAPs comprise 32.7 percent of the 646,406 apprentices enrolled in GRAPs across all industries.
For more information, visit abc.org/grapmap.
(* Five states did not report complete GRAP data to the DOL, so ABC’s figure incorporates rough estimates to account for missing data in order to paint a more complete picture.)
United Construction & Forestry Holds Grand Opening
United Construction & Forestry held a grand opening celebration June 21, 2024, at its new facility in Pembroke, N.H.
United Construction & Forestry and its sister company, United Ag & Turf, operate John Deere dealerships specializing in heavy-duty construction, compact construction, forestry, road building equipment, agriculture, turf and utility vehicles. United Construction & Forestry is the largest John Deere dealer in the northeast with 14 locations across the region.
(L-R): Ron Davis, president, and Josh Joseph, vice president of customer support, both of United Ag & Turf NE; Ryan Ellis, Xfinity Series NASCAR driver; Eric Driscoll, CEO of United Construction & Forestry and United Ag & Turf NE, and Mark Kuhn, president, and Matt Horner, vice president of sales, both of United Construction & Forestry.
Until recently, there were two John Deere product locations in the Pembroke, N.H. area: United Construction & Forestry and United Ag & Turf, with the ownership of each falling under the same corporate umbrella. A major expansion/remodeling of the United Construction & Forestry location at 98 Sheep Davis Road in Pembroke made way for a vastly expanded showroom and increased office space that allows both operations to serve under the same roof.
Combining the Pembroke agricultural and construction facilities allows customers whose businesses use both agricultural equipment/construction equipment products to satisfy all of their equipment needs at a single location. The new location also sells and supports Wirtgen pavement milling recyclers and soil stabilizers, Vogele asphalt pavers, Kleemann crushers and screeners, Hamm soil and asphalt compactors, and Morbark tree care and industrial grinders and chippers.
The grand opening event featured a ribbon-cutting with local dignitaries, as well as a charitable raffle with Girls at Work, a local New Hampshire non-profit empowering girls with tools to build confidence and strength.
In addition to customers having a chance to tour the new facility, United Construction & Forestry used this opportunity to introduce its sponsorship in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with Ryan Ellis and Alpha Prime Racing. Ellis greeted customers and signed autographs prior to heading to the New Hampshire Motor Speedway to prepare for driving the No. 43 Chevy Camaro in the
Sci Apps 200, Xfinity race, which was held Saturday, June 22.
“We are excited for this inaugural opportunity to expose the United Construction & Forestry brand to NASCAR fans,” said Mark Kuhn, president of United Construction & Forestry. “It also aligns nicely with the grand opening of our new dealership in Pembroke, N.H., because it will give so many of our customers a chance to meet Ryan [Ellis]. Many of our customers in the heavy equipment industry are loyal NASCAR fans, so we know they’ll be thrilled to see the black and yellow No. 43 car on the track. We couldn’t be happier with how easy Ryan and the Alpha Prime Racing team have been to work with, and whether we get a victory lap or not, the sponsorship has been a winning experience.”
In speaking of the upcoming race Ellis said, “New Hampshire is one of my favorite racetracks on our schedule, and I’m so excited to have an amazing partner in United Construction & Forestry based in that area. Over the last few years, we’ve really seen the crowd grow at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, and last year, it was one of our best races of the season. Unfortunately, we barely missed the free pass position a few times and could not get our lap back when some other cars did. Otherwise, it definitely would have been a top-10 day. The Xfinity Series package has really put on a great show at this venue over the last few years, and I could not be more excited to get there — it’s a race that I’ve had marked on my schedule since we left last year. I’m so thankful for Mark Kuhn and his entire team’s support at United Construction & Forestry, and I hope this partnership is one that we can only grow into the future.” CEG
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Mark Kuhn, president, United Construction & Forestry, and Ron Davis, president, United Ag & Turf NE, are joined by members of the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce and United Ag & Turf and United Construction & Forestry employees for the store’s ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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Ryan Ellis, NASCAR Xfinity Series driver of the No. 43 United Construction & Forestry car, sets up for a signing at the grand opening event.
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The United Construction & Forestry No. 43 car at the New Hampshire Xfinity Series race.
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Ryan Ellis stands for the National Anthem at the start of the New Hampshire race on June 22, 2024.
Dynapac Celebrates Milestone By Supporting Dream On 3
Dynapac is proud to celebrate its 90th anniversary by partnering with Dream On 3, a renowned charity dedicated to making sports dreams come true for children living with chronic illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and life-altering conditions.
Founded in 1934, Dynapac has a rich history of innovation and commitment to excellence in the construction industry. As the company reaches this significant milestone, it reflects on its journey and the communities it has impacted. To mark this special occasion, Dynapac is directing its efforts toward giving back to the community through a meaningful collaboration with Dream On 3.
community support and its role in the company’s success. This partnership with Dream On 3 is a testament to Dynapac’s dedication to giving back and fostering a culture of compassion and generosity.
“We are honored to support Dream On 3 as part of our 90th-anniversary celebration,” said Jamie Roush, president of Dynapac.
“This partnership allows us to give back to our community and make a meaningful impact for children and young adults with life-altering conditions. We are committed to helping make their dreams come true and believe in the positive difference it can make.”
As Dynapac celebrates its 90th anniversary, it acknowledges the importance of
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Virginia Paving Leads Renewal of Norfolk Airport Runway
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rubblizing process resulted in significant construction cost and environmental savings for the airport.
“The process saved approximately 33,000 cubic yards of waste material from having to be hauled off site,” he said. “It also meant 33,000 cubic yards of fill/base material did not need to be hauled onto the site. That means we saved approximately 5,600 truck trips and 523,000 gallons of fuel, which eliminated 460 tons of carbon dioxide emissions.”
The two-year runway project will be completed in 2024 at a construction cost of $35 million. The new pavement will be 8-12 in. of FAA Specified P-401 asphalt over 17 in. of rubblized concrete pavement.
In addition to a new runway, the airport will feature other new looks including Concourse A expansion, a new airport hotel, a consolidated rental car facility and new U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility. The work will cost nearly $1 billion. The airport also hopes to add more airlines and international service.
New Projects
• Construction of Concourse A is under way and will add three more gates;
• The new Courtyard by Marriott will have 168 rooms, a rooftop bar and restaurants;
• The new border protection facility is where cargo and baggage from international travelers will be inspected; and
• The two concourses and the parking garages also will also be connected by a new moving walkway.
Virginia Paving has worked on projects before at the airport and was prepared for some stringent requirements. Virginia Paving has completed work on the north end of the commercial runway and is now working on the south end. However, because of the airport’s nearly around-the-clock scheduling, work could be done only during a five-hour window each day. Work, including cleanup, had to be complete each morning by 5 a.m.
Construction Challenges
The construction team led by Virginia Paving had worked on the Norfolk airport before with this daunting schedule. Lonnie Minson, senior area manager of Virginia Paving, worked closely with Nick Vendetti and a closeknit team of subcontractors.
“We regularly had 70 to 80 people each night on the runway working on the project, so coordination between the subcontractors was vital,” said Minson. “We also had
The work teams used rubblizing equipment to save more than 30,000 cu. yds. of waste material not having to be hauled off site.
a dynamic relationship with the airport authority. We worked together closely to solve problems.”
Because of the thickness of the existing concrete being rubblized, equipment operators first broke the concrete with heavy, single-hammer, guillotine-style Badger breakers to produce fractures through the full depth of the concrete. Workers further fractured the concrete with a multiple hammer Badger breaker. Finally, the construction team ran a vibratory grid roller over the surface several times to further fracture the particles at the surface and to settle and seat the rubblized concrete material.
The paving team laid approximately 48,000 tons of asphalt over the rubblized section. The paving team used a material transfer vehicle to keep segregation of the new material to a minimum.
“Another advantage to the rubblizing was the prevention of reflective cracking,” said Minson. “If we had just laid new asphalt over the old runway, the cracks from the old runway would have eventually appeared in the new pavement.”
The paving team used 3D Trimble Siteworks Positioning Systems in its paving.
“The Total Positioning System with GPS enabled us to place the material at exactly the grade we needed,” said Minson. “It largely eliminated human error.”
The aggressive schedule the team faced meant back-ups were essential.
“We had a contingency plan for just about everything we could think of — equipment, electrical and material,” said Minson. “We even had a crane on hand in case we had to lift a piece of equipment off the runway and replace it with the back up.”
In addition to paving work, the construction team had to replace the centerline lights. This was no easy task as the lights were set in the foundations 42 in. deep. Workers used a coring device run by an excavator to dig out the old lights. The new centerline lights were set in cans 16 in. deep.
Despite the fast pace, the team accomplished the early work with zero incidents.
The team is scheduled to complete the runway work by the end of the 2024 paving season.
“We have enjoyed a special camaraderie, from the head of the airport authority through the team of subcontractors,” said Minson. “We could not have accomplished what we have done without it.” CEG
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One advantage to rubblizing was the prevention of reflective cracking.
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The asphalt for the new runway will be laid on top of the rubblized concrete, serving as an excellent base for a revitalized airstrip.
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ARTBA: Recent Construction Activity Reaches Record $16.4B
What’s Happening Now With IIJA
Thousands of skilled craft laborers have been given jobs on new bridge and highway projects, but electric car owners are still waiting on IIJA’s promised charging stations dotting the interstate landscape.
struction projects reach completion and new ones launch.
electric car owners are still waiting on promised charging stations dotting the interstate landscape.
And the expansion of affordable, reliable broadband Internet service that President Joe Biden envisioned has not come to pass just yet.
According to a Scripps News Service report, nearly $500 billion in federal funding was earmarked to support more than 57,000 projects nationwide.
“But we’re just starting to see what the full impact of that law will be,” wrote Stephanie Liebergen in the June update.
Alison Black, ARTBA chief economist, believes the bill’s impact is actually widespread.
“We’ll see over the longer run improved mobility, better access across freight corridors,” said Black.
She believes we’ll also see “improvements to our economy and quality of life as our infrastructure network is improved.”
Leaving control over how to allocate infrastructure funds up to the states, the fed has tracked the biggest single investment up to this summer in Baltimore, Md.
There, the Baltimore and Potomac tunnel, at 150 years old hosting nine million Amtrak passengers yearly, will be replaced at a cost of more than $4.7 billion.
The tunnel’s construction means thousands of good jobs and a boost to the American economy.
“Those workers [go] out. They’re going to get coffee. They’re buying meals. They’re purchasing clothing. That creates a ripple effect,” said Black. “And then longer term, as these infrastructure improvements are completed, you have the increased mobility.”
That mobility makes it easier for freight traffic to move, she said, “and those things help reduce costs for the American consumer and improve our quality of life.”
Liebergen believes Americans will soon start to see con-
Black believes IIJA is more like a minimum initial investment in infrastructure, and Congress will have to decide whether to keep up the spending.
If spending is an indication, though, the industry is doing just that. ARTBA reported in April construction activity reached a record $16.4 billion.
That’s up from $14.4 billion the same time last year. The activity is driven by federal, state and local governments, according to the transportation association.
“Year-to-date work on highways was up 21 percent, while bridge work jumped 20 percent compared to the same time period last year,” ARTBA reported.
The association said current market activity, or the put-inplace construction value, monitors work completed monthly on a project, regardless of project size.
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The nationwide expansion of affordable, reliable broadband internet service that President Joe Biden envisioned has not come to pass just yet.
“As projects funded by IIJA are put out to bid and contractors start to work, the value of construction and overall market activity has also increased,” said ARTBA.
In June, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee got a status report on IIJA permitting, discretionary grants and new programs.
Shailen Bhatt, FHWA administrator, testified that permitting timelines for projects are improving. He committed to accepting comment and feedback from industry on issues with the Buy America Manufactured Waiver process.
He also committed to updating on IIJA’s mandate to evaluate how and what types of vehicles put the most wear and tear on roads.
ARTBA said that because reauthorization of surface transportation programs will begin in earnest next year, assessing program status and progress are crucial.
Why Is Progress So Slow?
The CATO organization maintains that after two years, IIJA has yet to impress beyond road and bridge projects.
The think tank said news reports have exposed two glaring IIJA implementation shortfalls: broadband expansion and EV charging infrastructure.
“Although the IIJA included $42.5 billion for rural broadband, these funds have yet to add any high-speed Internet service to the nation’s countryside,” said CATO. “And $7.5 billion allocated to electrical vehicle charging infrastructure has produced only eight federally funded charging stations to date.
The organization said slow progress has been attributed to complex requirements for grantees and the Buy America requirements.
Also affecting these initiatives are preferences for unionized employees and those who have been involved with the justice system.
“These factors, along with general inflation, are also impacting transit and rail projects championed by IIJA supporters,” said CATO. “Some of these projects may never materialize, while others will take a decade or more to complete while serving only a limited number of passengers.”
The organization notes that the largest share of IIJA funds for intercity rail are concentrated on Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor.
It considers the region “a reasonable choice, given the preponderance of passengers located between Boston and Washington.”
But “the high cost … limits the opportunities for service improvements. Instead, Amtrak will be largely treading water,” believes CATO.
The institute tracked the biggest IIJA-funded Amtrak project, which replaces infrastructure connecting New York and northern New Jersey.
In addition to the Baltimore Potomac job, the project includes a tunnel under the Hudson River and a bridge over the Hackensack River, both dating to 1910.
“These two projects will last well into the 2030s … and will cost $23 billion [before overruns],” noted CATO. “Once done, they will provide important reliability benefits but only minimal travel time improvements for those using Acela to get from New York to Washington.”
The institute said Amtrak service could deteriorate while passengers wait for completion of these projects.
The
largest share of IIJA funds for intercity rail are concentrated on Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor. The high cost of implementation limits the opportunities for service improvements, say analysts, leaving Amtrak treading water.
“In June 2024, New York area passengers got a taste of what may be ahead as Amtrak service was repeatedly disrupted due to power issues.”
CATO believes that rail and bus passengers will likely see little in the way of new travel options or speed improvements over the next five years.
“Once all the money has been spent [by around 2040], it is safe to predict only a small number of new passengers will be lured away from cars and planes.”
The Eno Center for Transportation, another think tank, said just because the funds are earmarked doesn’t mean the money will instantly flow into the economy.
“It should not surprise anyone that the federal-aid highway program has put its IIJA funding increase to work more quickly than other modes,” said Eno. “The main program account, from the Highway Trust Fund, went from $45.4 billion in 2021 to $56.2 billion in 2022 and $56.7 billion in 2023.”
That equates to a rate 25 percent higher than pre-IIJA obligations of 2021, noted the think tank.
And while the IIJA provided a 31.5 percent increase in new HTF contract authority for mass transit and bus grants, the increase has not fully been felt, yet.
“New obligations in that account for 2023 were only 6 percent higher than the pre-IIJA 2021 year,” noted Eno.
The think tank chalks it up to the fact that so much COVID aid was channeled to transit that providers are spending their use-it-or-lose-it funding first.
Of the $2.05 billion in general fund IIJA money received each year by this account in 2022 and 2023, FTA obligated $782 million in 2022 and $1.522 billion in 2023.
“But this was all dwarfed by COVID aid,” added Eno, noting that for FY2021, FTA did not code the CARES Act separately from the regular program.
IIJA established two different major multimodal grant
programs, RAISE grants and MEGA project grants. They’re funded out of the same budget account.
Three other multimodal grant programs established by IIJA at DOT also are slow to get going.
Some $7.5 billion was allocated in the bill for electrical vehicle charging infrastructure. However, the effort has produced only eight federally funded charging stations to date across the country.
During an interview with Scripps, Pete Buttigieg, transportation secretary, explained the decision process for where to install new charging stations.
“There are areas where it’s just not profitable, at least not yet, for the companies to put them in,” Buttigieg said. “We’re working with the states to make sure that whether we’re talking about apartment buildings in cities or … long stretches of road, you know there’s going to be a charger when you need it.”
Enacting legislation and realizing its purported benefits are two very different things, said CATO, a lesson now being learned by IIJA supporters.
“The law, which dedicated $1.2 trillion to a variety of infrastructure initiatives, has yet to yield many of its expected deliverables.”
The IIJA’s nearly $1.8 trillion marks “a profound boost” in infrastructure spending, said the Center for American Progress (CAP), a policy organization.
“IIJA might be remembered as the act that, quite literally, rebuilt America for the 21st century.”
But to make the most of new resources, the federal government must address communities’ “wariness” of projects, said CAP.
“Deliberate and strategic implementation practices will be needed to ensure the nation’s changes to infrastructure mitigate rather than reinforce structural dependency traps.” CEG
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Case Construction Upsizes Equipment for Growing Landscaping Team Needs
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The Case CX50D mini- excavator offers more lifting capacity and better digging performance with a deeper reach, making it an ideal solution for bigger projects like pools or ponds.
Case Construction Equipment is beefing up its offering for landscaping companies with new models and bigger features that boost productivity in the yard or on the job site.
As the landscaping industry steadily grows year over year, Case geared its latest round of innovations toward helping landscaping crews take advantage of bigger opportunities to grow their business.
“Many landscaping companies today are experiencing significant growth, but they also have a lot of challenges to navigate, like labor shortages, highly varied job sites and a very competitive market,” said Terry Dolan, vice president — North America, Case Construction Equipment.
“Our newest launches aim to support landscapers in navigating these demands more effectively than ever with swift, smooth, smart machines right-sized for the scale of opportunity.”
The enhanced lineup of Case machines adds to the company’s substantial product launches last year of small articulated loaders and a mini track loader. This year’s launch includes a new upsized 5.5 ton mini excavator and a new, full-sized wheel loader that’s an easy-to-use versatile machine for bolstering productivity. The company also is launching innovative upgrades for its compact wheel loaders and rough-terrain forklifts.
New Case Mini-Excavator Brings More Power, Flexibility to Landscaping Jobs
For landscaping crews who need to handle tough jobs faster, the all-new Case CX50D mini excavator offers more lifting capacity and better digging performance with a deeper reach, making it an ideal solution for bigger projects like pools or ponds. The 5.5 ton class machine packs a lot of power into a compact design, so operators can work up close to buildings or other structures in tight job sites.
Landscapers will be able to find a big range of use cases for this larger mini excavator, due to an impressive array of compatible attachments and options. With standard multifunctional hydraulics and a second auxiliary circuit, as well as an optional third auxiliary circuit, this machine can power a wide assortment of attachments, from tilt rotators to grapples, according to the manufacturer.
In addition, the Case CX50D offers an optional dedicated
auxiliary hydraulic circuit to run advanced attachments such as a mulching head, making it a useful tool for clearing brush or wooded sites. Landscaping crews also can opt for a six-way blade to boost capabilities for backfilling or light grading.
“Landscapers are increasingly turning to mini excavators as a labor-saving solution because of their power and versatility,” said Diego Butzke, product manager — excavators. “With our latest machine, they’ll be able to scale up productivity even more to take on bigger jobs more efficiently.”
The new CX50D helps fill out the D Series lineup in the 4.4 to 5.5 ton class, carrying over many of the operatorfriendly features and options customers expect from Case, including an automotive-style cab with auto climate control, a customizable LCD screen and an optional object handling kit with check valves on the boom and arm for material handling applications.
New Full-Sized Wheel Loader for Landscapers Does Heavy Lifting
The all-new, easy-to-operate Case 651G full-size wheel loader can be a game changer for landscapers who need an all-around workhorse for tough jobs like moving boulders, removing snow or loading trucks with mulch or bulk materials in the yard.
With a breakout force of nearly 24,000 lbs., a lifting capacity of over 16,100 lbs. and a higher hinge pin height for more bucket clearance during dumping, this machine adds more productivity for material handling.
Operation is made easier with a touchscreen display and adjustable, intuitive electrohydraulic controls that allow the operator to independently set boom and bucket responsiveness to smooth, moderate or aggressive. A roomy cab with all the comforts, like AC and heat, heated seats, Bluetooth radio and phone connectivity, lets operators work comfortably while the rear sloping hood and optional backup camera improve visibility.
The new full-sized wheel loader offers three optional loader configurations and is compatible with a variety of tools like brooms and forks, making it a versatile solution for landscapers who deal with a broad range of jobs.
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N.J. Begins Process to Design, Build New Women’s Prison in Burlington County
The New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) began an open solicitation for design consultation in mid-June that will be pivotal in providing architecture and engineering services for developing a new and modern women’s correctional facility in the state.
“The release of the scope of work signifies a major milestone in the creation of a new women’s prison that is trauma-informed with a normative design, centralized services and ample space for programs and amenities,” according to a June 13 news release from NJDOC.
“This moment marks a significant step in developing an enhanced, safe and secure facility that meets the needs and expectations of a modern correctional facility,” added Victoria L. Kuhn, the state agency’s commissioner. “The construction of a purpose-built correctional facility will provide normative conditions that are conducive to rehabilitation, reentry and improved safety and security for the incarcerated women, staff and the community.”
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When New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy decided to shutter the troubled Edna Mahan Correctional Facility (EMCF) in June 2021, he promised to transform incarceration for women in the state and relocate the population to a more central location with greater access to major roadways, all while providing an environment more conducive to rehabilitation.
The closure of EMCF also is expected to save approximately $166 million in future capital projects and deferred maintenance costs that would have been otherwise necessary to keep the facility functional and ensure its long-term viability, the NJDOC statement read.
“With support from stakeholders and those close to corrections and incarcerated persons, the NJDOC has made monumental strides in improving the safety of, as well as services and culture for, incarcerated women,” explained Helena Tomé, assistant commissioner of the agency’s Division of Women’s Services. “The newly proposed facility will help us to advance our mission by promoting a dignified, safe, secure, rehabilitative and gender informed environment while also fostering community reintegration.”
The proposed women’s prison will be strategically located on existing NJDOC property in Burlington County’s Chesterfield Township, alongside the Garden State Correctional Facility, an active prison adjacent to the old Albert C. Wagner Youth Correctional Facility, closed in 2020.
The site was chosen after a thorough review of existing properties and facilities.
The 33-acre property offers a more centralized location than the Edna Mahan facility near Clinton and is close to major highways, including the New Jersey Turnpike. As a result, the new prison should allow for easier access for families to make visits, provide more significant staffing resources between multiple facilities and enable greater connection to nearby community resources.
New Jersey Spending $90M to Get Efforts Under Way
In the 2024 fiscal year, state officials in Trenton appropriated $90 million from New Jersey’s Debt Defeasance and Prevention Fund to begin the process of developing a new women’s facility, NJDOC noted.
Over the past nine months, the state also established a collaborative and inter-agency working group to continue to advance the project through the planning and building stages.
The working group, which includes critical partners from the New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction (DPMC) as well as the departments of Treasury, Environmental Protection, Community Affairs, and the NJDOC, among others, is diligently working through the many phases of review and planning in preparation for construction.
“We are thrilled to see NJDOC, and the State of New Jersey reaffirm their commitment to rehabilitation and reentry, honoring the dedication of those who have helped to propel this movement forward,” said Bonnie Kerness, program director of American Friends Service Committee Prison Watch.
“The Edna Mahan Board of Trustees and the incarcerated persons we have worked with over the past several years are confident in [NJDOC’s] valiant efforts. We anticipate these modern, normative settings will enable the incarcerated women to grow personally and build dignity and diligence in themselves in preparation for when they return to their communities.”
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Snow, Ice Removal Industry Gathers for Annual SIMA Show
The Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA) held its 27th annual Snow and Ice Symposium June 25 to 28 at the David L Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. The national event brought together snow and ice management professionals, industry suppliers, and snow and ice product consumers.
The 2024 event featured keynote speakers, networking events, workshops, welcome reception and educational sessions centered on business, management and operations, process and leadership, all geared toward increasing efficiencies and generating sustained success and growth.
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how their products help remove snow and ice.
Paladin showcased its Saber Series with (L-R) Mike Amerman, Peter LaFosse, Luke Meyer, Bradley Coffee, Harshraj Jadhav, Aaron Anderson and Stephan Fraser.
From McHenry, Ill., the Seekings Snow Removal Team of (L-R) Daniel Turner, Andrew Seekings and James Joyner stop by and see the Caterpillar machines and attachments for snow and ice maintenance.
Defiance Plows’ Owen Niemela and his son, Soren, enjoy time together at the show.
The Arctic Snow and Ice Products’ team (L-R) John Starek, Wayne Smith, Taylor Brooker, Spencer Straight and Kyle Williams were ready to show
Hilltip’s Craig Sandmann (L) and Tyler Jones presented the company’s
symposium.
(L-R): Louis Martin Henault, Liz King and Denis Theriault showcase NORMAND products from Canada.
Jason Gastleg (L) and Alan Miller of Heavy Equipment, a new Hyundai dealer and partner of SIMA, had this loader on display.
(L-R): Jennifer Moon, Mitch Furr and Don Eichstadt of Earthway display their products.
Mike Zimprich (L) and Naomi Bird of Hiniker display the company’s V plow at the show.
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Next Phase of Enhancements Begin at Del.’s James Farm
After a groundbreaking in early June, construction on Phase II of improvements to the James Farm Ecological Preserve in Ocean View, Del., has gotten under way.
James Farm is a 150-acre nature park located along the state’s Indian River Bay and managed by the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays (CIB) for Sussex County,
The preserve is open every day and serves as the hub of CIB’s environmental education programming. It welcomed more than 33,000 visitors in 2023.
Delaware Public Media reported June 25 that the second phase of work is focusing on infrastructure to better accommodate environmental education, restoration, research and community recreation activities.
According to Mark Carter, director of development for Delaware CIB, a number of improvements are needed at the site.
“Basically, [with] the amount of students coming through we needed areas that would provide safety in case of inclement weather. We needed shade and those kinds of things,” he explained.
At the campus area of the ecological park, the Phase II enhancements include:
• A three-season environmental education building with capacity for up to 70 people, equipped with electricity, presentation capabilities, counter space and sinks for lab activities.
• ADA-accessible restroom facilities.
• A 70-seat amphitheater to serve as an outdoor classroom.
• A new maintenance building with large equipment storage and a fully-equipped workshop.
• Habitat restoration staging area.
• Ecotour concessionaire storage facility.
• An Improved trail system.
• A realignment of the park’s Red Trail to address stresses on the preserve’s ecosystems and create a more immersive natural experience for visitors by diverting them away from neighboring residential and commercial properties.
• A boardwalk system extension and replacement.
• Signage and a wayfinding system designed to be aesthetically and structurally integrated into the park.
• New gateway signage.
• Updated and expanded interpretive signage placed in 18 locations around the preserve to educate users about its ecosystems and environmental processes. Carter told Delaware Public Media that Delaware CIB is “realigning and fixing some of our trails to account for sensitive areas [and] ecosystems, [and is also trying] to make them work easy for folks to get to.”
He added, though, that not all the trails will be ADA compliant.
The second phase of work at the James Farm Ecological Preserve is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024.
Both Phases Part of Preserve’s New Blueprint
The James Farm Ecological Preserve is a crucial resource for CIB and the Sussex County community at large, according to the project page on CIB’s online site.
Despite the critical nature of the park, however, it does face challenges.
When originally developed in 1998, James Farm’s facilities were installed piecemeal and without foreknowledge of Sussex County’s future population growth. As the preserve’s popularity increased and its programs expanded, the need to plan for increased visitation while protecting its ecosystems became evident.
That led CIB to embark on the development of a “holistic plan” that would address the needs of James Farm’s users and collectively envision its future, the organization noted.
After seeking input and ideas from CIB and Sussex County staff members as well as elected officials, community leaders, educators, volunteers and donors, the resulting
master plan, finalized in 2014, addresses improvements to better serve Delaware residents and visitors while protecting the preserve’s ecosystems and enhancing education and outreach opportunities.
The CIB began to implement the first phase of the James Farm improvement effort in 2017. A groundbreaking was staged at the site in the fall of 2018.
The Phase I infrastructure enhancements included:
• A Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT)-approved parking lot entrance and driveway to safely accommodate increased vehicle traffic.
• Expanded parking facilities to increase capacity from eight to 27 vehicles.
• Designated school bus parking for safe student loading and unloading.
• A multi-purpose event lawn to accommodate greater attendance at community events and provide open space for public recreation.
With support from Sussex County, Delaware’s Outdoor Recreation, Parks, and Trails (ORPT) program, DelDOT’s Community Transportation Fund and private donations, the CIB successfully secured all necessary funding to allow James Farm’s first phase of upgrades to be completed in the spring of 2019.
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Fisher Engineering’s Norm Klimko (L) caught up with Western Snowplow’s Jeff Kopp at the Snow and Ice Show in Pittsburgh, Pa.
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(L-R): Jason Mattson, Nate Kallay and Kristen Zody of Myer Products spoke with attendees about the company’s equipment on display.
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Metso Introduces Its Game-Changing Solution to Enhance Crushing Needs
Metso is launching the XM Series, a highly advanced premium crushing solution that combines intelligence, durability and lifetime value with a new digital package, resilient engineering and unmatched warranties.
The groundbreaking Metso XM Series crushing solution designed for demanding mining applications is built to take crushing performance beyond the conventional, according to the manufacturer.
“What’s transformative in the XM Series package is that it combines and gives access to the latest in digital technologies, SmartCone, SmartStation and Mineral Crusher Pilot (MCP) automation,” said Vinicius Vilela, vice president, mining crushers at Metso.
“SmartCone, ideal for product size control, can increase production by up to 10 percent. MCP automation provides the easiest and fastest integration connectivity and allows for not just remote diagnostics, but remote actions, too. The three of these technologies combined give the edge needed to make smarter decisions about the crusher and prevent downtime.
“On top of this, as the first of its kind available in the min-
ing industry, the warranty covers up to 25 years of life for the crusher, conditional on following specific terms and conditions,” said Vilela.
The XM series solution uses the robust and safe Nordberg MP Series cone crushers and Superior MKIII primary gyratory crushers. The Xtreme forged head of the Nordberg MP Series crushers are three times more robust than industry standards and are the most durable head designed for the most demanding crushing applications. Other notable upgrades for the MP XM series include top-mount clamping cylinders, hydraulic socket, accumulator monitoring system and tramp release half nut.
The lifetime of the cavity liner also can be increased up to 50 percent and the protective parts’ lifetime four times. The lifetime of the Superior primary gyratory’s mantle shell is up to 50 percent longer and offers double the concave and protective parts lifetime. The option of Rotable top shell solution decreases downtime, improves safety and has sustainability advantages.
For more information, visit metso.com.
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Metso Nordberg MP1250 XM Series crusher
The Metso XM Series crushing solution designed for demanding mining applications is built to take crushing performance beyond the conventional.
Komatsu Completes Acquisition of Mining Equipment Manufacturer GHH Group
Komatsu has completed its acquisition of GHH Group GmbH, a manufacturer of underground mining, tunnelling and special civil engineering equipment headquartered in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
GHH’s wide range of equipment, focused on loaders (LHDs) and articulated dump trucks, will enhance Komatsu’s growing underground mining product offerings. This includes aftermarket parts and service support through the entire lifetime of the equipment.
GHH’s wide range of equipment, focused on loaders (LHDs) and articulated dump trucks, will enhance Komatsu’s growing underground mining product offerings.
“The talented GHH staff are now part of Komatsu and our new combined team will work together to expand offerings and increase customer access to products in new territories,” said Peter Salditt, president of Komatsu’s Mining Business Division. “We are excited to start collaborating
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Komatsu is committed to expanding its underground mining offerings for global customers. By adding GHH’s factories and rebuild facilities in key markets in Europe, Southern Africa, India and Chile, the company will work to strengthen production and
service capabilities for customers.
With this strategic investment in leading products, solutions and talent, Komatsu is excited to further strengthen its position in underground mining as it seeks to support new and existing customer operations worldwide.
For more information, visit www.komatsu.com.
MPP Aftermarket Appoints Sales Director
MPP Aftermarket announced the appointment of Matt Sloniker as MPP Aftermarket sales director. In his role Sloniker will work closely with the MPP Aftermarket business unit team to grow the spares and wear business, particularly within the North American dealer network.
Sloniker joins MPP Aftermarket, a business unit of MPP Global, with more than 20years experience in customer service and parts in the materials processing industry. Most recently, Sloniker was the director of Classic Crusher Spares SVS for Metso. Through this role, he has developed a wealth of product support and customer service knowledge.
“On behalf of the entire sales and marketing team at MPP, we are delighted to extend our warm welcome to Matt,” said Anthony Bouvie, VP Sales & Marketing — MPP Global. “Matt is bringing an
extensive experience in leadership within the Crushing and Screening Aftermarket solution with a very strong knowledge and expertise that will enrich our team dynamics and by improving together with our partners, our end-customer product experience and success.”
In his role, Sloniker is responsible for the aftermarket spare and wear parts sales program for all MPP Global business units, including McCloskey International, Lippmann, Tesab, McCloskey Environmental and MWS Equipment.
“I’m excited to see where I can make a difference within MPP and help our dealer network grow,” said Sloniker. “I hope that my experience in this industry can make a positive impact in supporting our great dealer network.”
Sloniker will be based out of Brookfield, Wis., and can be reach at 414/412-0794 or msloniker@mppglobal.com.
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EvoQuip Adds Bison 170 to Expanding Jaw Crusher Portfolio
EvoQuip, a manufacturer of compact crushing and screening equipment, launched the Bison 170 — the latest addition to its jaw crusher range.
With its 700x500mm jaw chamber and diesel-electric drive technology, the Bison 170 is a smart choice for customers aiming to optimize their operations while meeting both economic and environmental goals.
Suitable for both natural rock and recycling applications, the Bison 170 has a range of environmentally friendly features that also offer customers value, high performance, ease of use and maneuverability.
Diesel-Electric Drive Technology
The Bison 170 utilizes a fuel-efficient diesel electric drive system, with an onboard generator being used to power the plant. It also can be plugged in and driven from an external power source such as mains power, which allows for zero emissions processing. This enables customers to meet regulatory requirements and support their own sustainability goals.
The engine and power unit can be removed completely, allowing the plant to be powered from an external source with no combustion engine on board. As noise pollution also is reduced, the Bison 170 is an ideal machine for working in urban areas.
Enhanced Efficiency, Maneuverability
With its 700x500mm jaw chamber and diesel-electric drive technology, the Bison 170 is a smart choice for customers aiming to optimize their operations while meeting both economic and environmental goals.
The Bison 170 offers all-round efficiency, with the electric drive enabling customers to run in reverse for asphalt recycling and also providing a unblock/jog function to clear a blockage.
The deflector plate, fitted as standard, provides belt protection by allowing uncrushable objects to pass through the crushing chamber safely and onto the discharge belt. Finally, the ability to easily maneuver the machine from site to site and its simple and intuitive control system ensure transport and set up times are minimized, while up time in maximized.
“We are delighted to add the Bison 170 to our jaw crushing range,” said Andrew Armstrong, product manager of EvoQuip. “With a potential output of up to 110 tph and low fuel consumption, the Bison 170 is a high performing, environmentally friendly machine that aligns with the EvoQuip Think Green, Think EvoQuip sustainability campaign.” For more information, visit www.terex.com.
Screencore Orbiter Trommels Handle Material Processing
The Screencore range of Orbiter trommels is available in a variety of sizes, encompassing features making them ideal for landscaping and organic material handling applications.
In addition to the trommels, Screencore has developed a range of stackers equipped with a purpose designed mulch hopper and high-speed auger. These features make them both ideal for composting applications and processing organic materials for reuse in a variety of applications, according to the manufacturer.
Screencore has since its inception used its extensive expertise to develop and introduce a range of modern, mobile crushing, screening, stockpiling and pugmill solutions. The range has in a relatively short period found that its modern productivity and environmentally friendly attributes are highly suited to aggregate production on a truly global scale.
The Orbiter 125 is designed for work sites where space is at a premium and ideal for a contractor who needs to relocate quickly and often.
In addition to the processing of virgin rock and the recycling of construction materials, the Screencore Orbiter trommel range and purpose developed stackers, also have proved to be ideal for processing organic materials.
“Screencore continuously engages with our dealers and end-users to innovate and refine our products,” said director Ciarán Ryan. “As a result, we have developed a range of Orbiter trommel screens and stockpilers that are specifically designed for the efficient handling and processing of
organic materials. Like all our products, these new additions prioritize ease of transport and user-friendliness, ensuring that they meet the practical needs of our customers while setting new standards in the industry.”
Global Recognition
The Screencore trommel and stacker ranges have rapidly gained recognition in both Europe and the United States. In France, an Orbiter 237 trommel, distributed by Screencore’s partner Starloc Auvergne, has been instrumental in processing various organic materials at a specialized site. This
model is particularly suited to large-scale operations with its 23 ft. drum length and radial fines stacker. Additionally, the Orbiter 237 features a 18 cu. yd. dump-hopper and is tailored for the largest operators in the industry.
“The [48 in.] wide feed belt connects to a load-sensing drum, ensuring that the machine maximizes productivity autonomously,” said Ryan. “Each element of the Orbiter 237 is specifically designed to ensure continuous operation without the need for constant operator input.”
Versatile Range, Features
The Screencore range of Orbiter trommels consists of three base machines ranging from the powerful yet compact 125, to the 237, which is aimed at the larger producers. The Orbiter 125 is designed for work sites where space is at a premium and ideal for a contractor who needs to relocate quickly and often. The Orbiter 175 delivers high productivity from a compact chassis and features hydraulic folding conveyors and drum angle adjustment with a large infeed hopper and a Cat 130hp engine.
Designed to work on their own, but also designed to work alongside the Orbiter trommels, Screencore stackers have proved ideal for dealing with organic material due to their unique features. Specifically, the option of a high-speed auger in the hopper.
For more information, visit www.screencore.ie/.
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Montabert Touts Its Demolition Sorting Grapple, Pulverizer
The demolition sorting grapple and pulverizer, as part of Montabert’s Silent Demolition Tools line, are designed and built to provide C&D recycling contractors with an excellent price-performance ratio and low maintenance cost.
Montabert Demolition Sorting Grapple
Built from ultra-wear-resistant steels and with top-quality components, the Montabert demolition sorting grapple is proven to be extremely durable and dependable.
Designed for carriers from 5 tons up to 100 tons, Montabert sorting grapples are available in two models that are suitable for demolition, sorting, loading, light excavatio and stone-setting applications.
In its Pulverizer line, Montabert offers both a fixed model and a 360-degree rotating model, which reliably and efficiently crush and pulverize a variety of material on demolition projects, while also separating uncrushable material, such as rebar, from the recycle material.
Grapples feature 360-degree rotation, abrasion-resistant (AR) steel jaws, exchangeable blades, and a closing force that ensures productivity and efficiency in even the most adverse conditions.
Montabert Demolition Pulverizer
In its Pulverizer line, Montabert offers both a fixed model and a 360-degree rotating model, which reliably and efficiently crush and pulverize a variety of material on demo-
lition projects, while also separating uncrushable material, such as rebar, from the recycle material.
All Montabert pulverizers feature AR bodies, exchangeable/reversible blades and exchangeable wear plates and teeth.
For more information, visit montabert.com.
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When MB Crusher Is About Building … Not Breaking
Modern life is fast paced with full schedules and tight deadlines where people need better infrastructure, improved road systems, faster train connections and reliable utilities.
To support urban development, there are MB Crusher units addressing the complex challenges of modern infrastructure projects by enabling the reuse of materials on site. MB Crusher attachments drastically reduce the need for transportation, lower construction costs and minimize environmental impact, according to the company.
It can be summed up with the mantra — MB Crusher: Crushing It in the World of Infrastructure!
A Smooth Road to Growth
In road construction, MB Crusher’s equipment plays a crucial role producing robust and durable road bases. The crusher buckets efficiently process various materials, chomping through old asphalt, concrete and stones, and spitting out fresh aggregate ideal for new roads. This not only speeds up the construction process, but also ensures the longevity of the roads.
Take, for example, David, a South African farmer who purchased a BF90.3 jaw crusher for his excavator to eliminate potholes and reduce machinery wear and tear, operational slowdowns and cargo loss.
The MB Crusher attachment has provided David with a superior product, making his operations quicker and more efficient. This improvement allows him to allocate resources and manpower to other critical aspects of farm management while also creating a profitable side business.
In road construction, MB Crusher’s equipment plays a crucial role producing robust and durable road bases.
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CDE Introduces Its New Generation, High-Performance ProPress Filter Press
CDE, a leader in the design and engineering of sand and aggregate wet processing solutions for the waste recycling and natural minerals processing sectors, has unveiled its new ProPress highperformance filter press at Hillhead, adding to its water management and recycling systems.
Developed to meet the evolving needs of the construction and demolition (C&D) waste recycling, quarrying and mining sectors, the ProPress integrates the latest technological advancements to deliver exceptional operational efficiency and maximum water recovery.
Benefits of ProPress
CDE’s ProPress benefits from a flexible design and variable throughput that can be scaled to fit the processing volume of any operation.
Unlike traditional filter presses, the system is dual feed, meaning sludge is fed from both sides of the ProPress for improved efficiency and faster cycle times. Optimized sludge feed pressure also allows for faster dewatering to increase overall throughput. This is further supported by an overhead beam design that ensures reliability by reducing stress on the unit and improving its durability, according to the manufacturer.
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The ProPress features plates that are 25 percent larger (2.5m x 2m). Greater chamber volume and overall fewer plates serve to provide maximum capacity on a smaller footprint and improve mechanical cycle times.
Safe and efficient maintenance is made possible by integrated plate-shaking technology, which addresses filter cake build-up within chambers to help reduce the need for manual intervention.
An access walkway provides clear and unobstructed means to carry out maintenance safely and efficiently, and flush mounted drip trays reduce material entrapment and lock in place to provide a secure maintenance platform for operators.
The smart design is supported by an innovative, multifunctional robot, which serves as the main workhorse for the ProPress, controlling plate opening, plate shaking, cloth washing, plate winch and the maintenance platform.
The CDE ProPress is available in a range of different sizes to suit all markets and applications. Available globally, the ProPress also is largely pre-assembled to expedite commissioning, allowing operators to get up and running quickly to help achieve fast return on investment.
ProPress Process
As materials are washed and graded, the water from that process accumulates silt and other residues to form a sludge. A challenging material to process, that sludge is pumped under high pressure into the CDE ProPress, which consists of a sequence of plates, the composition of which forms a series of chambers.
As sludge is pumped under high pressure through the press, solid materials build within the chambers to form a filter cake which is dewatered to maximize water recycling and recover a by-product with multiple applications.
With the CDE ProPress, owners and operators can recycle up to 95 percent of process water for immediate reuse in their
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Engineering Excellence
CDE’s business development director, Darren Eastwood, said: “Tackling the most challenging of materials is our expertize. We’ve poured over 30 years of engineering excellence into the development of the ProPress. We’ve listened to and worked alongside our customers around the globe to design a solution that is adaptable to their needs, be they in the waste recycling or natural minerals processing sectors.
“Those needs were clear: sustainable water management was key to minimize fresh water dependency and maximize water recycling, all while improving processing capacity, reducing operating costs and minimizing maintenance downtime. The ProPress is our response to all of this and more and it is already delivering for our customers. By the end of the year, the ProPress will be found on eight plants across three regions, processing around 1,000 tph of material.
“Our most significant product launch in recent years, the ProPress really encapsulates CDE’s purpose: to create our best world, a ton at a time. It represents a constant push for improvement to make our equipment, our customers’ operations, and the sectors we operate in more efficient and less wasteful. We’re very pleased to finally bring this latest innovation to the wider market to help maximize the availability of our natural resources and reduce the industry’s waste burden.”
Once the ProPress is commissioned, every customer is introduced to the CDE CustomCare team which provides aftersales support to help achieve maximum performance from their equipment.
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MB Crusher Equipment Proves Essential in Rail Construction
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Railways: Keeping Trains On Track
MB Crusher is essential in railway construction and maintenance, acting like the backstage crew ensuring everything runs smoothly. The crusher can prepare the foundation and managing the ballast, or the drum cutter can dive deep into creating tunnels. In fact, the MB Crusher’s MB-R500 drum cutter, used with the Hyundai R210 excavator, has marked a significant breakthrough in surfacing a 27 miles long tunnel in the Sivoke Rangpo Railway Lines project.
Traditional rock breakers caused surface issues, but MB Crusher’s innovative technology solved any issue, transforming a challenging task into a seamless job.
Utilities: Supercharging Everyday Life
Utility infrastructure, including water, gas and electricity networks, benefits immensely from MB Crusher’s solutions. From moving to bedding, MB Crusher attachments can carry out pipeline tasks in confined urban spaces and challenging environments, ensuring smooth and efficient utility projects.
By enhancing construction processes and infrastructure durability, MB Crusher contributes to the development of modern, connected societies, supporting economic growth, improved quality of life, and sustainable development globally.
In Italy, a MB-G1200 sorting grapple has worked relentlessly to fix a ditch that secured the water network of the area, a job made easier and faster by the MB Crusher attachments.
In Italy, a MB-G1200 sorting grapple has worked relentlessly to fix a ditch that secured the water network of the area, a job made easier and faster by the MB Crusher attachments.
Crushing It: How MB Crusher Is Building the Future, One Crush at a Time
Infrastructure is the backbone of economic and social progress. By streamlining construction processes and enhancing the durability of infrastructure projects, MB Crusher’s technology is directly contributing to the development of modern, connected societies. The company’s
equipment is being used globally to build roads, railways and utilities that drive economic growth, improve quality of life, and foster sustainable development. So, next time you’re enjoying a smooth drive, a speedy train ride, or uninterrupted utility services, take a moment to appreciate the hard work and innovation behind the scenes. MB Crusher isn’t just building infrastructure; they’re building the future.
For more information, visit mbcrusher.com. (All photos courtesy of MB Crusher.)
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Choosing the Best Drum Mulcher for Land Management Needs
For anyone involved in land clearing, vegetation management or utility/roadside maintenance, a drum mulcher is an essential tool. But which drum is best for your particular needs? This is a common question among land management professionals.
Each type of drum mulcher is tailored for different functions and comes with its own advantages. To assist in the selection process, following is an overview of model differences, features and benefits.
Comparing Depth Control vs. Open Drum
There are two common types of drum mulcher attachments — depth control and open drum. Understanding the functions, features and intended applications of each will help you determine the best attachment for your vegetation management needs. Both options come in varying widths for tackling different-sized jobs.
For example, Diamond Mowers offers both options with cutting widths ranging from 30 in. to 72 in. that efficiently process trees, brush and undergrowth up to 9 in. in diameter. Additionally, both styles of mulchers attach to most skid-steer brands and are compatible with different types of mulching teeth, allowing users to interchange them for various applications.
The key differences between depth control and open drum mulchers lie in their operation and applications. For instance, Diamond’s open drum model works in unison with carbide teeth, excels in applications involving heavy ground engagement, and is at its best when mulching smaller material into a slightly larger, stringier end product, the manufacturer said.
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Conversely, depth control mulchers are optimized for sharp steel teeth and shine in high-production environments with limited ground engagement. These mulchers are more appropriate for users who take down larger materials and prefer a fine, aesthetically pleasing mulch.
Depth Control (DC)
Especially productive when processing large-diameter material, a depth control mulcher features a closed throat design and sharp steel teeth that push trees and brush onto the rotor. The teeth then cut and reduce the size of the material before it enters the processing chamber. Its helical tooth pattern is modeled after a vacuum brush to feed material efficiently toward the drum’s center, while depth control rings limit bite size for optimal infeed.
Primarily employed in large-scale brush clearing, undergrowth removal and vegetation management projects with limited ground contact, depth control mulchers excel at removing trees and larger material with speed. Due to their sharp teeth, they are particularly effective for
processing hard or fibrous wood, such as bamboo or palm, making them more efficient than open drum models. By limiting the bite size, they produce a finer mulch, making them ideal for tasks where aesthetics are important, according to the manufacturer.
Below are a few applications best tackled with a depth control mulcher, paired with attachments recommended for each job:
• Reclamation Projects: For those who prioritize efficiency and property upkeep, Diamond’s latest model, the DC Pro, stands out as a streamlined, versatile attachment that is easy to operate and maintain. Designed to elevate mulching performance for loaders up to 75 hp, this model is distinguished by its 63cc, two-speed, bent-axis piston motor. This motor delivers faster spool-up and greater torque, allowing it to power through more and larger materials. The DC Pro is ideal for various tasks, including land clearing, fence line and shooting lane maintenance, pasture management and trail creation. It offers industry-leading vegetation control, featuring a multi-position push bar with extended serrations. Moreover, its optimized infeed system ensures a complete and high-quality mulch on the first pass, resulting in aesthetically desirable chip sizes and significantly reducing the need for back-dragging.
• Infrastructure Development: Designed for mini-excavator users, the Excavator DC Pro X is engineered to tackle mulching and brush-clearing tasks with power and precision, effectively cutting back and processing unwanted vegetation. Its discharge geometry is specifically optimized to direct material downward, minimizing the debris thrown and
Each type of drum mulcher is tailored for different functions and comes with its own advantages.
An open drum mulcher excels in right-of-way maintenance, particularly for clearing tree limbs and overgrowth around roadways and powerlines
common types of drum mulcher attachments — depth control and open drum.
Seppi M Designs Its S7 Base Mulcher for Light Projects
Seppi M’s S7 base is a robust mulcher made of S420 steel for orchards, vineyards, green area maintenance and forestry.
With a power range of 50 to 160 hp, it’s a true all-rounder for landscape, grassland and irrigation maintenance, according to the manufacturer.
Lightweight and compact design: This flail mulcher is suitable for AEBI tractors due to its low weight and close center of gravity to the tractor, making it popular for use on steep slopes.
Practical construction: S7 base is a mulcher designed for tasks that do not require lateral displacement, making it ideal for green areas and general landscape maintenance, and it is also used in irrigation maintenance.
The rotor shaft of the S7 base is equipped with SMO or SMW flails, which mulch grass and woody material up to 7 cm in diameter even at high speeds. Due to its robust construction and the spirally arranged flails on the HELIX rotor, forces are distributed evenly, ensuring smooth operation even at speeds of up to 6.2 mph.
Due to its wear-resistant construction, the reversible mulcher classic is not only suitable for landscape, grassland and irrigation maintenance but also for light forestry work. The housing contains hardened counter cutters, which are interchangeable in the S7 series.
With the optional M-FLAP hood, the shredding degree can be adjusted without additional tools. It is available as mechanical or hydraulic.
Like all S7 mulchers, this model is equipped with a stable support roller with reinforced 4D-ROLLER bearings. The
S7 base is a mulcher designed for tasks that do not require lateral displacement, making it ideal for green areas and general landscape maintenance, and it is also used in irrigation maintenance.
4D bearings guarantee smooth operation on uneven terrain. The S7 base delivers a perfectly clean cut even at higher working speeds. Its features ensure minimal consumption, and the machine is easy to maintain, the manufacturer said.
Choose from a wide range of working widths — 150, 175, 200, 225, and 250 cm — according to your specific requirements. For more information, visit seppi.com.
Seppi photo
Diamond Mowers Compares Depth Control, Open Drum
ATTACHMENTS from page 73
making it an ideal choice for work along busy roads or near buildings.
• Creating Defensible Space: The SkidSteer DC Pro X comes equipped with sharp steel teeth to deliver the highest possible productivity and the most aesthetically pleasing mulch when removing brush and trees to create defensible space near homes and structures. The open areas created by thinning or removing these fuels act as a barrier, reducing the spread and intensity of fires and making it difficult for them to encroach on your land. The mulcher can be equipped with carbide teeth during hot, dry weather to reduce sparking and the subsequent risk of fire ignition. Moreover, it mulches burnt remains left behind by previous fires, returning nutrients to the ground.
• Municipal Tasks: Roadside maintenance is crucial for ensuring the accessibility and safety of any roadway, whether it’s a rural gravel road or a major highway. The TR Boom DC Pro X streamlines this process by reaching, cutting, processing, and eliminating material in a single pass with one attachment and operator. It excels at disposing of vegetation from hard-to-reach areas, such as around ponds or utility systems.
Additionally, it enhances road safety and aesthetics by maintaining fence lines, bridges, and overpasses.
Open Drum (OD)
Designed for a variety of heavy-duty mulching tasks, open drum mulchers are ideal for clearing land for agricultural use, infrastructure development, and habitat restoration projects. By engaging with more of the cutting tooth, this type of mulcher offers a larger bite size and maximum productivity, making it well-suited for applications involving smaller material and significant ground engagement. Additionally, its carbide teeth make it perfect for handling rough, rocky terrain.
Here are a few applications where an open drum has proven to be the best option:
• Storm and Disaster Cleanup: Open drum mulchers are essential tools for landowners, farmers, ranchers and contractors involved in disaster cleanup, fire prevention and recovery efforts. The OD Pro X’s larger opening, designed to pull in whole tree limbs, makes it highly effective for quick brush and undergrowth removal, making it invaluable for tackling these challenging tasks.
• Pasture Maintenance: The post-harvest period presents an ideal opportunity to clear trees and brush surrounding agricultural fields in preparation for the next growing season. Regular mowing of pastures offers several benefits, including enhancing forage quality, ensuring a uniform pasture, preventing weed growth and minimizing grazing patterns. Utilizing an open drum mulcher for these tasks enables you to effectively control weeds and maintain grass in a vegetative or growing state, thereby increasing its digestibility for livestock.
• Managing Invasive Species: Invasive tree species, such as the Eastern red cedar, can cause extensive damage to properties, whether they’re farms, ranches or forest preserves. These resilient trees can dominate large land areas, depriving native plants and wildlife of essential resources and posing a significant threat to the ecosystem. Mulching provides a more environmentally friendly alternative to herbicides and prescribed burns. Operators can use an open drum mulcher’s carbide teeth to mulch these trees down to smaller pieces, inhibiting their growth and spread and helping control their propagation. The attachment’s maneuverability enables precision and selectivity so
users can target these intruders while sparing native grasses and plants. By suppressing invasive species’ resurgence and promoting desirable vegetation growth, an open drum can be a valuable ally in facilitating weed suppression, erosion control and biodiversity enhancement.
• Right-of-Way Maintenance: An open drum mulcher excels in right-of-way maintenance, particularly for clearing tree limbs and overgrowth around roadways and powerlines. Since these areas are regularly maintained, vegetation growth is typically not extensive, and aesthetics are not a primary concern. Therefore, an open drum mulcher is often preferred for such tasks. When selecting the right drum mulcher for your needs, consider your specific requirements in terms of power, cutting capacity, and mulch size requirements. Consulting with your equipment dealer also can provide valuable insights into selecting the best attachment for your application and job type, whether you’re a landowner, contractor, rancher or municipality.
(All photos courtesy of Diamond Mowers.)
Trucks & Trailers
Felling Trailers’ Engle to Embark On Life’s Next Adventure
Laurie Engle, Felling Trailers’ inside trailer sales consultant, has lived and breathed trailers for 32 years.
Engle’s trailer tale started in the fall of 1991; Merle and Kathy Felling (founders of Felling Trailers) were in the midst of an office expansion. The local contractor running the expansion was Engle’s husband.
Like many family-owned businesses, Engle was lending a hand to complete the project, working on painting and staining.
“I was painting in the office one day, and the phones were ringing off the hook. I asked the secretary at the time if they [Felling] ever needed help answering phone calls, and she replied sure do,” said Engle.
Not knowing much about trailers but willing to learn, she spoke with Merle later that day and expressed her interest in working for Felling Trailers. After a bit of conversation, Merle said, “Yes, certainly, but we’ll start you off in the parts room, selling axles, brakes, sheet steel, etc., then transition into trailer sales.”
Merle believed strongly that having a good foundation of knowledge about the components and construction of a trailer makes for a better salesperson.
“That was the best thing he ever did,” said Engle. “Within six months, I sold my first trailer to Landscape Designs out of Alexandria, Minn., and when I was asked about the components on the trailer, I had the answers right away with my experience in parts sales.”
In the early 90s, Felling Trailers did not have the extensive dealer network it does today; with a few dealers in the upper Midwest, Felling sold directly to end users.
“We also sold livestock/horse and enclosed cargo trailers at that time. We were very busy; my phone was ringing off the hook. I’ve never looked back,” said Engle.
“Over the years, our product line grew dramatically; we now have 240 plus trailer models compared to the 8-10 different models we once offered. We never turned down a trailer deal, though; if a customer/dealer wanted something longer, shorter, taller, or different material, we’d make it happen.”
With each decade that passed, the company never ceased to grow in one way or another. Merle strived to maintain an ongoing process of improving efficiencies with new equipment and cutting-edge technologies, expanding production space,
and increasing the workforce.
“When I started, we [Felling] had only 4 or 5 bays, and trailers were painted across town. A few years down the road, more bays were added, along with paint and blast booths and finishing. Merle and Kathy were very busy raising a family while putting in many hours throughout the day at the shop. They were constantly looking ahead, building for their future and their children’s futures,” said Engle.
Today, the company is now owned and operated by Merle and Kathy’s daughters, Brenda (Jennissen) and Bonnie (Radjenovich).
Felling Trailers has always been a very family-orientated business: “I watched the girls grow, right alongside my own three children, as they created their lives and started families,” said Engle.
Through the years, Engle has built many working relationships with dealers and customers, solving transport problems other manufacturers said were unsolvable. Felling’s Trailer Experts (sales team) work with dealers/customers to configure a trailer to meet the desired specifications and provide a custom solution.
see ENGLE page 82
Laurie Engle is retiring after 32 years with Felling Trailers.
Felling Trailers currently has more than 200 trailer models, including this FT-16 gooseneck flare trailer.
A custom FT-70-2 MX mobile platform trailer was designed for a Ferris wheel ride.
Kenworth Begins Production for Trucks Spec’d With X15N Engine
Kenworth announced it will begin production of Kenworth T680 and T880 models specified with the new Cummins X15N natural gas engine in the third quarter of 2024.
The Cummins X15N, powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) or Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), is the industry’s first 15liter natural gas engine that delivers diesel-like power, range, and performance, making it appealing for short, regional, and longhaul operations. The X15N produces between 400-500 hp with up to 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque and is compatible with Eaton Cummins Endurant and Allison Transmissions.
Kenworth photo
The Cummins X15N meets stringent EPA emission requirements and CARB 2024 Low NOx standards and features up to a 10 percent improvement in fuel economy over Cummins’ 12-liter natural gas engine with similar rating and duty cycle.
“We’re thrilled to soon begin production of Kenworth trucks with the Cummins X15N natural gas engine,” said Kevin Haygood, Kenworth assistant general manager of sales and marketing. “This new engine offering will be a great alternative solution for Kenworth customers seeking to reduce emissions in applications that require the power and performance they’re accustomed to with diesel engines.”
The Cummins X15N meets stringent EPA emission requirements and CARB 2024 Low NOx standards and features up to a 10 percent improvement in fuel economy over Cummins’ 12-liter natural gas engine with similar rating and duty cycle. Kenworth is the first major truck manufacturer to offer an engine that meets CARB’s NOx emission standards.
“We’re pleased to partner with Kenworth and PACCAR to deliver the industry’s first trucks with this new 15-liter natural gas engine,” said José Samperio, Cummins vice president and general manager for North America. “The X15N delivers the performance, durability, and power required in a variety of heavy-duty and vocational applications and is an excellent alternative for fleets looking to significantly reduce their carbon footprint.”
With the Cummins X15N, like with all natural gas-powered Kenworth trucks, customers can select factory frame drilling options for back of cab Cummins Clean Fuel Technologies or Hexagon Agility CNG/RNG fuel systems. Additional nonfactory fuel systems are available to ensure flexibility for any application or configuration of the natural gas fuel system, including rail mounted and body mounted fuel storage.
Back of cab natural gas fuel delivery systems can deliver up to a 175-diesel gallon equivalent (DGE), making the X15N an efficient diesel alternative for customers that require longer range and power from their engine.
“Over the last two decades, Kenworth has been instrumental in offering clean fuel solutions for heavy-duty truck fleets. Together, we’re driving adoption of affordable sustainability solutions forward,” said Eric Bippus, Hexagon Agility EVP of sales and systems.
“Our CNG/RNG ProCab [back of cab] and ProRail [side-mount] fuel systems are backed by decades of innovation with millions of miles driven by leading fleets that have chosen to partner with us.”
“The integration of the Cummins Clean Fuel Technologies fuel delivery system and X15N engine give Kenworth customers an added level of serviceability of both the engine and fuel delivery system because guidance for all service procedures is available on Cummins platforms like QuickServe Online,” said Mike Zimmerman, Cummins Clean Fuel Technologies general manager.
“We think this powertrain combination enhances the overall value proposition of the vehicle and we’re excited to work with Kenworth and Cummins to continue to bring value to the customers.”
Earlier this year, Kenworth delivered a pre-production Kenworth T680 Daycab equipped with the X15N engine to UPS, marking the industry’s first truck with the new natural gas engine to be delivered.
For more information, visit www.kenworth.com.
4565 William Penn Highway Murrysville, PA 15668 724-327-1300
Bellefonte
175 Progress Dr Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-353-2800
Blawnox
400 4th St Blawnox, PA 15238 412-828-7810
Camp Hill 2009 State Rd Camp Hill, PA 17011 717-730-7435
Clarksburg 6286 West Veterans Memorial Highway
Bridgeport, WV 26330 304-842-2222
Clearfield 1307 S Second Street Clearfield, PA 16830 814-765-1611
Cranberry 11 Progress Ave Cranberry Township, PA 16066 724-776-7660
Ebensburg 100 Commerce Dr Ebensburg, PA 15931 814-471-1710
Erie 3950 Depot Road Erie, PA 16510 814-898-3388
Harrisburg Paxton Street Harrisburg, PA 17111 717-564-0598
Indiana 145 Rose St. Indiana, PA 15701 724-463-8743
Lancaster 4326 Oregon Pike Ephrata, PA 17522 717-859-4905
Lantz Corners 3105 Route 219 Kane, PA 16735 814-778-5250
Mahanoy City 1220 Morea Rd Barnesville, PA 18214 570-773-1720
Manada Hill 336 Fairville Ave Harrisburg, PA 17112 717-526-2121
Mansfield 18512 Route 6 Mansfield, PA 16933 570-662-7171
Milesburg 1025 N Eagle Valley Rd Howard, PA 16841 814-355-3500
Mount Pleasant 309 Foothills Lane Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666 724-696-4080
New Stanton 190 Earnhardt Dr Hunker, PA 15639 724-861-6080
Somerset 168 Industrial Park Road Somerset, PA 15501 814-445-7915
State College 2955 Stewart Dr. State College, PA 16801 814-237-8338
Turbotville 190 Cleveland Brothers Road Watsontown, PA 17777 570-538-2551
Washington 35 Brownlee Rd Eighty Four, PA 15330 724-325-9297 www.clevelandbrothers.com
Milton CAT
100 Quarry Dr Milford, MA 01757 508-634-3400
84 Concord St North Reading, MA 01864 978-276-2400 978-276-2410 Parts
14 Kendrick Rd Wareham, MA 02571 508-291-1200
4610 E Saile Dr Batavia, NY 14020
585-815-6200 585-815-6250 Parts
500 Commerce Dr Clifton Park, NY 12065 518-877-8000 518-877-6860 Parts
55 Industrial Park Dr Binghamton, NY 13904 607-772-6500 607-251-6550 Parts
294 Ainsley Dr Syracuse, NY 13210 315-476-9981 315-703-7042 Parts
79 Robertson Blvd Brewer, ME 04412
207-989-1890 207-991-3130 Parts
16 Pleasant Hill Rd Scarborough, ME 04074 207-883-9586 207-885-8045 Parts
30 Industrial Dr Londonderry, NH 03053 603-665-4500 603-665-4510 Parts
150 Cat Lane Richmond, VT 05477 802-434-4228 802-434-7810 Parts
2158 Plainfield Pike Cranston, RI 02920 401-946-6350 www.miltoncat.com
Asphalt Care Equipment Inc.
2765 Galloway Rd.
Bensalem, PA 19020 215-639-9800 www.asphaltcare.com
FOLEY Inc.
855 Centennial Avenue
Piscataway, NJ 08854 732-885-5555
650 S. Egg Harbor Road Hammonton, NJ 08037 609-561-0308
2975 Galloway Road Bensalem, PA 19020 215-639-4300
5102 Beckmantown Road Whitehall, PA 18052 610-261-4887
720 Pulaski Highway Bear, DE 19701 302-328-4131 www.foleyinc.com
Douglas Equipment & Supply Co. 7100 Kreidler Rd. York, PA 17403 717-428-1517 www.douglasequip.com Company Wrench 2636 S. Black Horse Pike Williamstown, NJ 08094 856-404-9618 www.companywrench.com
Metro Bobcat, Inc. 8250 Beechcraft Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 20879 301-840-9300
33 West Old Liberty Rd. Eldersburg, MD 21784 410-795-1500
11000 Pulaski Hwy White Marsh, MD 21162 410-483-0600
9052 Marshall Road Cranberry Township, PA 16066 724-742-2844 888-DITCHWITCH www.ditchwitchmidstates.com
H.A. DeHart & Son
311 Crown Point Rd. Thorofare, NJ 08086 856-845-2800 www.hadehart.com
Engle Retires Following Her 32-Year Career With Felling Trailers
ENGLE from page 79
“Laurie has been a fixture of Felling Trailers for a long time. Her experience and customer service skills will be sorely missed. Felling Trailers is a better place because of Laurie Engle,” said Pat Jennissen, VP of sales and marketing.
“I am truly humbled by the trust and confidence placed in me over the years. The loyalty and support from dealers and customers has been the driving force behind my success, and for that, I am forever grateful,” said Engle.
From the many standard-built trailers to those that have been highly customized, certain ones stand out from the rest. One such trailer was for an amusement park ride company located on the East Coast. They needed a mobile platform trailer that could be paired with their Ferris wheels.
Taking the specs and information provided by the amusement ride company, Engle worked internally with Felling’s engineering team and custom fabricators to design and build a lightweight, high-quality trailer to meet the company’s needs. The trailer was exactly what the amusement company needed; Felling built seven more trailers over the next five years.
Another series of even more unique trail-
(L-R) are Merle J. Felling, Laurie Engle and Kathy Felling, in this 2008 photo.
ers were flare trailers that would burn waste gases generated from pipelines, well sites, landfills, storage facilities and maintenance activities. The trailer was configured with hydraulic outriggers to stabilize the unit during use and a hydraulic telescoping flare unit powered by a gas-powered engine mounted to the trailer’s deck.
“Laurie has been a strong asset to our team. In addition to her deep trailer knowledge and excellent customer relationships, Laurie’s bright smile and tremendous personality will be missed in the office. I wish her the best retirement, making memories with her family,” said Brenda Jennissen, president/CEO.
Engle hung up her headset and powered down her system for the last time as a trailer sales consultant in late May of this year.
“After 32 years of dedicated service in the trailer manufacturing and sales industry, the time has come for me to embark on a new chapter in my life as I transition into retirement. While I am excited for the opportunities ahead, I am also grateful for the incredible journey we have shared.”
Passing on a few words of wisdom to those who follow, Engle said, “Work hard, no matter what your job is, whether it’s on the phone getting the next sale or doing a fantastic job welding, painting or finishing a trailer.”
“Congratulations on your retirement, Laurie! Your many years of hard work and dedication have inspired us all. We will miss your presence, but we’re so happy for you as you embark on this new journey. We wish you all the best for this new chapter in your life,” said Nathan Uphus, sales manager.
Engle’s retirement plans are to “remember that I’m retired, enjoy life, family and friends and all the moments yet to come.”
For more information about Felling Trailers, visit www.felling.com. (All photos courtesy of Felling Trailers.)
Business Calendar
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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)
AGC Events Calendar:
All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.
• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim240701/)
Dates:Monday, July 15, 2024 (10:00 AM) –Thursday, July 18, 2024 (6:00 PM)
Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd Edition
• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program
(https://training.agc.org/course/vbim240901/)
Dates:Tuesday, September 10, 2024 (1:00 PM) –
Thursday, October 3, 2024 (5:00 PM)
Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
MICHIGAN AGGREGATES ASSOCIATION (MAA)
MAA 2024 Summer Conference
Dates:July 18 - 21, 2024
Place:Boyne Mountain
One Boyne Mountain Rd, Boyne Falls, MI 49713
Join us at Boyne Highlands Resort in Boyne Falls on July 18 – 21, 2024.
This year’s conference promises educational sessions, networking opportunities, and informative committee updates. All networking events are tailored for family fun!
THURSDAY, JULY 182:00 PM – MAA Board Meeting
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM – Welcome Reception
FRIDAY, JULY 19 -
7:00 AM – MAA Membership Breakfast
8:30 AM to 10:30 AM – Membership Meeting
Lunch On Your Own!
AFTERNOON NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES include:
MAA Annual Golf Outing at “The Monument” Explore Boyne Mountain on Own
The Michigan Aggregates Association (MAA) is a non-profit trade organization founded in 1960 by a group of conscientious and environmentally concerned aggregate producers to protect and promote the interests, growth and welfare of the Michigan Aggregates Industry. For more information on The Michigan Aggregates Association (MAA) and to learn more about the MAA 2024 Summer Conference, contact: Michigan Aggregates Association
2937 Atrium, Suite 201, Okemos, MI 48864
Telephone: 517/381-1732
OHIO AGGREGATES & INDUSTRIAL MINERALS ASSOCIATION
OHIO MINING & MINERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM (OMMEP)
OMMEP 2024 GOLF OUTING
Register Now For the 2024 OMMEP GOLF OUTING!
DATE:Monday, July 22, 2024
Place: New Albany Country Club One Club Lane, New Albany, OH 43054 614/939-8500 • www.nacc.com
10:00 AM – Shotgun Start, Scramble Format, Team Prizes, Individual Prizes, WIN A TRUCK! HOLE-In-ONE additional prize opportunities, Special Putting Event, Mulligans will be made available, 50/50 Raffle, Non-metallic spikes are MANDATORY! All participants require proper attire, NO JEANS! For more information, contact Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association (OAIMA) Toll Free: 1/800-OH.ROCKS Phone: 614/428-7954 Fax: 614/428-7919
Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association (IMAA)
2024 SUMMER MEETING REGISTRATION is OPEN!
IMAA & IRMCA JOINT SUMMER MEETING
DATES:JULY 29 – 31, 2024 CINCINNATI, OHIO
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR THE SUMMER MEETING!
Join IMAA and IRMCA for an unforgettable SUMMER MEETING in Vibrant Cincinnati from July 29 – 31! This event promises a perfect blend of education and networking, offering you invaluable insights and connections within the industry! Highlights include a thrilling baseball game featuring the Cincinnati Reds vs. the Chicago Cubs, a picturesque riverboat dinner cruise down the Ohio River, and an exclusive industry tour. Do not miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and experience the best of Cincinnati!
For more information on the IMAA 2024 Summer Meeting, contact Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association, 11711 N. College Avenue, Ste. 180, Carmel, IN 46032. Phone: 317/580-9100
CLEVELAND CRANE & SHOVEL SALES, INC.
2024 14th Annual Golf Outing and Dinner
DATES:SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2024
TIME: 11:00 AM Registration 12:00 PM Shotgun Start
Description: $100 per GOLFER! Sponsorship (Beverage Cart, Hole, Contest) Opportunities Available! Ticket includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, 1 mulligan per golfer, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks and Prizes! Dinner Only: $40, Dinner should begin approximately at 5:00 PM. All are welcome to join us! Prizes: Top three (3) teams, door prizes, cash & Bourbon raffle! Individual Contests! Please make checks payable to: Cleveland Crane & Shovel Sales, Inc.
Mail to 26781 Cannon Road, Bedford Heights, OH 44146
Email: Stacy@craneandshovel.net
Forms/RSVP/Payment Deadline: July 19, 2024
For more information: Toll Free: 800/362-8494
Minnesota FARMFEST 2024 www.ideaggroup.com
Dates: August 6 – 8, 2024
Place: Redwood County, MN
Description: Minnesota FARMFEST 2024 is scheduled to take place from August 6 to August 8, 2024, in Redwood County, Minnesota. This event brings together the best in agribusiness from Minnesota and beyond, providing a platform for farmers to network, experience new technologies, and learn how to enhance their farming operations. With over 500 exhibitors and vendors, live product demonstrations, educational sessions, and family activities, it’s a celebration of farming and the rural lifestyle. Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Plan your visit to the show by reviewing our Schedule of Events. Each day of the show is filled with must-see forums, demonstrations, and AG Education. ***Remember, tickets are $10 at the Gate or $8 in advance purchased online, and kids 17 and under get in FREE! We thank our sponsors (Ziegler AG Equipment, Livestock Equipment & Manufacturing and NB Golf Car). See you there! For more information on this event, contact: Minnesota FARMFEST, 28366 Co Hwy 13, Morgan, MN 800/827-8007 www.ideaggroup.com
JESCO is looking for candidates in a variety of different positions, including:
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We have openings across all branch locations: South Plainfield, NJ … Lumberton, NJ … Beacon, NY … Deer Park, NY … Shrewsbury, MA … Baltimore, MD … Delmar, MD … Waldorf, MD … Middletown, DE
Whether you are entry level or experienced, JESCO wants you to be part of our world class team. We have exciting career opportunities for dedicated professionals who want to learn and grow with us.
Visit our career site at https://www.jesco.us/careers and apply today!
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 140G MOTOR GRADER - 8000 OR UP SERIAL MODEL.
EMAIL: ROYALMACHINERYTRADERS@GMAIL.COM
PHONE: 0-33-6059-8261
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WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS.
WANTED (OH): FREIGHTLINER DUMP TRUCKS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR A ROTARY HI-RAIL DUMP TRUCK, PRE EMMISSIONS, ANY MAKE/MODEL.
EMAIL:
MURPHYCONTRACTORS@YAHOO.COM
PHONE: 860-324-9693
WANTED (US): CUMMINS GENERATORS, ALL MODELS. LARGE PORTABLE OR STATIONARY GENERATORS IN ANY CONDITION — CAT, CUMMINS, DETROIT, MTU, PERKINS, VOLVO (DIESEL OR NATURAL GAS) CAN REMOVE IF NEEDED.
EMAIL: MICHSURPLUS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 201-679-6437
WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WHEEL LOADERS, MODELS WA 600-3 AND WA 600-6 2014 OR UP MODELS.
WANTED (IL): CATERPILLAR MODEL 416D BACKHOE LOADERS. LOOKING FOR ANY BACKHOES, CAT, CASE, JD –IN WORKING CONDITION OR WITH ISSUES. IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING YOU WANT TO GET RID OF IT, SEND ME. EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 657-549-3619
WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 85ZV , 90ZV , 90ZIV , 95ZV. ALSO SEARCHING FOR KOMATSU WA470-3 , WA600-3 , WA600-6... RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING CONDITION. EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (NC); CLARK ECX 25 FORKLIFT.
EMAIL: JBSSERVICES37@GMAIL.COM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (IL): CASE 580M III BACKHOE LOADERS; LOOKING FOR CATERPILLAR, CASE AND JOHN DEERE BACKHOE PARTS/SALVAGE MACHINES. RUNNERS AND NON RUNNERS, ANY CONDITION.
EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 618-838-0841
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35
EMAIL: JSGODSEY78@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 205-485-4605
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): ALL MODELS DITCH WITCH VACUUM/EXCAVATION
EQUIPMENT
EMAIL: BILL@DITCHWITCHNEWMEXICO.COM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): MANUFACTURER: JCB 540-170 TELEHANDLER, 2016 OR NEWER.
EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM
PHONE: 281-694-5478
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS AND JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. WE REQUIRE ITEMS TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. THE MOST DESIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS. PHONE: 484-781-2958
EMAIL: JWALSH@JAMESTOHARAINC.COM
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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 140G
MOTOR GRADERS - NEED TO BUY CAT MOTOR GRADER 140G/H, 14G,14M. ALSO LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU WHEEL LOADER WA-600 AND WA-900.
EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM
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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT. EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220
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WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER
EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM
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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 336 EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS. EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM PHONE: 737-587-1936
WANTED (WA): BOMAG BW 172 PADFOOT COMPACTORS | LOOKING FOR PARTS, SPECIFICALLY DRIVE TRAIN, OR WHOLE MACHINE TO USE FOR PARTS.
EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM
PHONE: 360-798-5847
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WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598
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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. EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA; PHONE: 450-346-8975
WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE. EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897
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WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB
RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214 – A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR. EMAIL DEANDRS@VERIZON.NET OR CALL 610-417-5123
WANTED (OK): INTERNATIONAL H100C WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466. EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM PHONE: 918-385-1623
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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3). EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 832-244-1897
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, MODELS EX 400 AND EX 450. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 340 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO LOCATE CAT EXCAVATORS 320, 330, 345, 365, 385, AND 390. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-281-694-5478
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS & LESS THAN $15,000
For: Summer Construction & Transportation Public Auction
• Glencoe, MN
Tues., July 23, 2024
For: Upper MW Summer Construction Equipment & Truck Auction
• Stanton, TX
Thurs., July 25, 2024
For: Permian Basin
Unreserved Public Auction
• Pelzer, SC
Tues., July 30, 2024
For: East Coast Construction & Transportation Auction
PURPLE WAVE AUCTION
www.purplewave.com
866-608-9283
• Online
Wed., July 17, 2024
For: Ag Equipment Auction
• Online Thurs., July 18, 2024
For: Truck & Trailer Auction
• Online
Wed., July 24, 2024
For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction
• Online Thurs., July 25, 2024
For: Construction Equipment Auction
• Online
Tues., July 30, 2024
For: Government Auction
ROWLEY AUCTION
www.rowleyauctions.com 810-724-4035
• Online
July 3 - 18, 2024
For: Inventory Surplus Online Auction
SALES AUCTION COMPANY, LLC
Auctions are subject to change, please check Auctioneers websites for details Coming Auctions
www.salesauctioncompany.com
860-627-7506
• Online Fri., October 25, 2024
For: 15th Annual Fall Sale
• Windsor Locks, CT Sat., October 26, 2024 For: 15th Annual Fall Sale
SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC
www.shetronequipment.com 717-532-8828
• Shippensburg, PA
Wed., July 31, 2024
For: Construction & Farm Equipment Auction
VANTAGE AUCTIONS
www.vantageauctions.com 951-228-9040
• Lake Elsinore, CA Sat., July 20, 2024
For: Monthly Heavy Construction, Truck & Trailer Auction
WESTERN CONSTRUCTION
AUCTIONS INC. www.wca-online.com 866-731-7760
• Online Fri., July 19, 2024
For: Public Liquidation: Eagle Trucking & Crane Services, Inc.
YODER & FREY HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS
www.yoderandfrey.com 419-865-3990
• Geneva, OH
RTI AUCTIONS www.rtiauctions.com 585-243-1563
• Online
July 16 - 23, 2024
For: July NetAuction: Edition 2
Fri., July 26, 2024
For: C.I.R Inc Retirement Dispersal Sale
• Berkeley, CA
Thurs., August 1, 2024
For: Golden Gate Fields Dispersal Auction
James River Forms Strategic Partnership With ShoulderMaster
James River Equipment and ShoulderMaster have announced a new partnership to enhance their offerings in the road construction industry.
With 44 locations across Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and West Virginia, James River Equipment is one of the USA’s largest John Deere dealerships and a key strategic partner for ShoulderMaster USA distribution growth.
The history of James River Equipment dates back to 1926 when Rudolph Romer, great-grandfather of current president Mark Romer, opened a John Deere dealership in Holly, Colo. Despite the challenges of the Great Depression, the dealership prospered due to its commitment to customers.
“We
are very
excited by the opportunity to partner with James River Equipment...”
Craig Pinson ShoulderMaster
This foundation of offering quality products and exceptional customer service was expanded eastward in 1977 when the Romer family purchased a dealership in Virginia, creating James River Equipment.
ShoulderMaster has established a solid reputation for promoting sustainability by reducing the need for raw materials, optimizing operator efficiency and achieving notable fuel savings across its product line. Coupled with enhanced operator safety practices and minimized road user disruptions, ShoulderMaster is swiftly becoming the new industry benchmark.
This collaboration is set to benefit customers by combining James River Equipment’s extensive distribution network and customer service expertise with ShoulderMaster’s cutting-edge machinery, known for improving road safety and construction efficiency. This move is part of ShoulderMaster’s strategic growth in the U.S. market, aligning with its commitment to industry-leading innovation with highly respected distribution partners.
“We are very excited by the opportunity to partner with James River Equipment, a company known for its dedication to customer satisfaction and industry-leading equipment solutions,” said Craig Pinson, managing director of ShoulderMaster. “Together, we will provide customers with access to the latest innovations in equipment attachments, helping them achieve greater success in their operations.”
John Grantier, vice president of sales of James River Equipment, added, “We are focused on offering products that aid in helping our customers grow their business profitably. We believe the ShoulderMaster products fit perfectly with our John Deere Compact Construction Equipment customers and our road-building customers throughout Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and West Virginia.”
For more information, visit www.jamesriverequipment.com and www.shouldermasterus.com.
1. LIVE: Saturday, July 20: OSWEGO, NEW YORK: Retirement Auction. Complete Liquidation. Large Welding & Fabrication Business. Everything is Working and in Tip-Top Shape. (Only the Best).
2. LIVE: Wednesday, July 24: CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS: 1 Owner Job Completion Auction. Construction Equipment, Grove Crane, Pulling Tractor Pans, Late Model Truck Tractors, Water Trucks, Dump Trucks, Pickups, Large Quantity of Support and Attachments, Beautiful Real Estate: 12 Acres, Complete Shop. HIGHLIGHTS: 2022 Cat 320(700hrs.), Komatsu PC360LC, 2015 Grove RT800E(80-T), 2018 Komatsu D65PX(2700hrs.), JD 850J, JD 650K, 2018 JD 672G, Cat 130G, (6)Vibratory Rollers, (2)JD 624K, (5)Cat 289D, Case STX440 Pulling Tractor, (2)Reynolds 17CS, 2017 Peterbilt truck Tractor(35,000mi.), (6)Water Trucks, Plus much more.
3. VIRTUAL: Thursday, July 25: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, John Deere, Case Construction Equipment, Attachments, Support, Trailers and Trucks.
4. LIVE: Thursday, July 25: HOUSTON, TEXAS: Authorized Late Model Cat Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Articulated Haul Trucks, Hydraulic Excavators, Mini Excavators, Crawler Tractors, Rubber Tired Loaders, Telescopic Forklifts, Tractor Loader Backhoes, Skid Steers, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Welders, Generators, Light Plants, New & Used Attachments and Support.
5. TIMED: Closes- Friday, July 26, Opens- Tuesday, July 16: CICERO, NEW YORK: Retirement. Complete Liquidation of Glass Company. Trucks, Glass Cutting Machines, All Types of Support and Tooling.
6. TIMED: Closes- Wednesday, July 31, Opens- Wednesday, July 17: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Equipment Auction. Large Quantity Scissor Lifts, Light Plants, Utility Vehicles Plus Skid Steers, Generators, Support Equipment from the Largest Rental Fleet in the USA.
7. LIVE: Saturday, August 3: POMPEY, NEW YORK: Late Model Construction & Agricultural Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Attachments, Support, Trucks, Trailers, (7)Mack Dump Trucks. Something for Everybody.
8. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, August 8, Opens- Thursday, July 25: ALBANY, NEW YORK: One Owner Sale. Probably the Largest Portable Heater Auction Ever. Over 500 Units in Tip-Top Condition Ready for the Upcoming Season, Vehicles, Parts, Support.
9. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, August 15, Opens- Thursday, August 1: MILLIS, MASSACHUSETTS: One Owner Sale. In Conjunction with Paul E. Saperstein Co., Inc.
10. LIVE: Friday, August 16: CLEVELAND, OHIO: Very Large Truck Tractor, Dump Truck, Concrete Mixer Truck, Equipment & Van Trailers, Straight Trucks, Multi-Container Trailer, Office Trailers, Forklifts and Support.
11. LIVE: Tuesday, August 20: AUSTIN, TEXAS: Retirement Auction. One Owner. A Premier Contractor. Very Late Model Aggregate and Construction Equipment, (2)Cat D10R(excellent), Water & Mechanic's Trucks, Truck Tractors, Low Bed Trailers, Large Quantity Support, Parts, Buckets, Attachments and more.
13,14. LIVE: Friday, August 23, & TIMED: Closes- Saturday, August 24, Opens- Saturday, August 10: DUNKIRK (Buffalo), NEW YORK: One Owner Retirement Auction. Major Trucking Company. (20-25) Truck Tractors, (100)Van Trailers, Step Deck and Detachable Trailers, Landoll Forklifts & Skid Steers, Several Army Trucks(6x6), Unbelievable Amount of Support, Shop Equipment, Tools and Tires.
15. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, August 29, Opens- Monday, August 19: LANCASTER (Columbus), OHIO: Large Quantity Late Model 53ft. to 48ft. Van Trailers.
16. LIVE: Friday, September 13: ALBANY, NEW YORK: Major Job Completion. Primarily Cat, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo Earthmoving Equipment, Articulated Haul Trucks, Attachments, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, All Types of Trailers.
17. LIVE: Friday, September 20: ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY: 1 Owner Retirement Auction. Over 50 Years in Business on site. Very Well Maintained Construction and Aggregate Equipment. Primarily Cat, Case, John Deere, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, Equipment and Dump Trailers, Support Equipment, Attachments.
18,19. LIVE: Saturday, September 21, & TIMED: Closes- Sunday, September 22, Opens- Thursday, September 12: ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY: Rentals, Rentals. Very Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Forklifts, Aerial Lifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service & Utility Trucks, All Types of Trailers, New & Used Support Equipment, Attachments.
20. LIVE: Friday, October 4: NEW ENGLAND: One Owner Retirement Dispersal Auction. Late Model Aggregate (Crushers & Screening Plants), and Construction Equipment, Trucks of all kinds and Support.
21. LIVE: Saturday, October 5: NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS: Very Large Snow Equipment Auction. Late Model Rubber Tired Loaders(Cat), Large Quantity Late model 4x4 Pickup Trucks, Snow Trucks, Snow Plows, Snow Blades, Sidewalk Snow Removal Equipment, Various Attachments and Support.
22. LIVE: Thursday, October 10: ACME, PENNSYLVANIA: Late Model Construction Equipment, Aerials, Forklifts, Trucks Trailers, Support and Attachments.
23. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, November 7, Opens- Thursday, October 24: CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA: Large 18 Location Auction. Construction, Aggregate, Utility Equipment, All Types of Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.
24. LIVE: Saturday, November 9: NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK: Large Rental Return Agricultural & Construction Equipment Auction. Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Large Quantity Support and Tools.
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
25. SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Rental Returns of Construction & Utility Equipment, Plus Beautiful Piece of Real Estate with Large Building.
26. 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)Telescopic 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 TopLine Support & Attachments.
27. FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Highlights Include Late Model Cat, John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Aggregate, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
28. ALIQUIPPA, PENNSYLVANIA: 3 Major Job Completions of Late Model Construction, Earthmoving Equipment, All Types Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
29. SARDIS, OHIO: Secured Creditor Auction. All Types of Construction Equipment, Aerials, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickup Trucks, All Types of Support and Accessories.
30,31. 2 DAY AUCTION: LIVE: & TIMED: PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA: Retirement Auction. 65 Years in Business. Late Model Construction Equipment. Primarily Cat, Peterbilt Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service & Pickup Trucks, Cranes, Equipment and Dump Trailers, Enormous Amount of Buckets, Support Equipment, Tools, Tires and much more.
32. TIMED: CENTRAL NEW YORK: Estate Auction. Gentleman's Farm and all Related Equipment. Late Model Trucks, Cars, Collectibles, Wood Working Shop and much more.
ARI-HETRA Highlights WS-BL44 On Vehicle Disc Brake Lathe
ARI-HETRA, a leader in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance equipment, highlights the WS-BL44 on vehicle disc brake lathe, designed to
offer enhanced precision and efficiency for trucks, buses and commercial vehicles.
The WS-BL44 saves hours by eliminating the need to swap out rotors, operating directly on the vehicle hub to ensure a perfectly aligned rotor every time, according to the manufacturer.
Key features include adjustable spindle RPM, counter-balancing gas springs for easy adjustment and an automatic cutting feeder for walk-away performance. This lathe is engineered for maximum efficiency and reliability.
“With the WS-BL44, we are delivering a gamechanging solution for brake servicing that saves man hours while also improving ride quality for your entire fleet,” said Bill Gibson, vice president of business development of ARI-HETRA. For more information, call 800/5623250 or visit www.ari-hetra.com.
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EH6923 ‘19 Mack Granite dump truck DS3100 ‘19
DS4176 haul tr u ‘16 CAT
Avant’s Matt Hondel
and Mark Alcorn talk with attendees about their compact wheel loader with rotator broom and drop spreader.
(L)
Paul Latan of HLA Snow was ready to discuss the company’s wing series plow.
(L-R): Tom Juhasz, Carrie Fath and Austin Hess of Cargill demonstrate the liquid briner Acrobat System.
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(L-R): Brandon Palmer, Cody Northeim and Kyle Urig of UD Maintenance check out the Western Pro-Plow 3.
Epiroc USA Launches First Boltec M10 Battery Rig in U.S.
underground operations.
Epiroc, a global mining equipment leader, has successfully introduced the first Boltec M10 Battery rig in the United States at Nevada Gold Mines. This marks a significant step toward greener practices in the mining industry.
Russ Osborne, key account manager at Epiroc USA, said, “We’re thrilled to help our customers lead the charge in electrifying the U.S. mining sector with the Boltec M10 Battery.”
The Boltec M10 SG rock bolting rig for ground support brings multiple enhancements to underground operations, including an improved operator work environment, reduced noise and a smaller environmental footprint. The rig features an onboard charger for convenient battery charging during downtime, ensuring uninterrupted drilling operations.
Epiroc Competency Center for Underground Mining, headquartered in Elko, Nev., offers advanced technical sup-
port in the region, as well as specialized electrification, and battery-electric vehicle (BEV) expertise, including diesel-to-battery conversions. The center is equipped to service and support BEV transition.
“Nevada Gold Mines embraces shifting to a more decarbonized method of mining and is looking forward to the benefits of the BEV Boltec M10 and seeing its success.
The Boltec M10 has proven to be a valuable asset in the industry, providing environmental benefits and optimizing operational efficiency,” said David Byrnes, mine manager, NGM Leeville Underground Complex.
This successful deployment of the first BEV Boltec in the United States underscores Epiroc’s dedication to advanced mining practices, aligning with the industry’s shift towards cleaner and more efficient technologies.
For more information, visit www.epiroc.us.
Epiroc photo
The Boltec M10 SG rock bolting rig for ground support brings multiple enhancements to
