The Army Corps of Engineers has contracted Agate Construction to combat scour and a failing shoreline at the Indian River Inlet in Delaware. The Corps manages key water resources and infrastructure projects around the country, including work on rivers, dams, levees and bridges. Agate, located in nearby Cape May, N.J., specializes in heavy civil construction projects, often over water with tricky access.
A third key partner has been Vulcan Materials, whose quarry in Havre de Grace, Md., has provided the stone for the job.
“I can’t say enough about the great cooperation we have received from Vulcan,” said Conor Teesdale, who is managing the project for Agate. “Communication between all of us has been vital as the project has been flowing smoothly with a target date of mid-2025 for finishing.”
see INLET page 42
Construction Inflation Dilemma
By Lucy Perry
Rising highway construction costs are draining more dollars from BIL funds allocated for federal transportation projects across the country. The FHWA admits that what can be purchased today with BIL funds earmarked in 2021 is markedly less that what was pledged. Those construction costs rose an “unprecedented” 26 percent in 2022. The record annual increase was 20 percent in 2005, said the agency.
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8 HEIDELBERG MATERIALS NA AGREES
CARVER SAND & GRAVEL
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that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Carver Sand & Gravel, the largest aggregates producer in the Albany, N.Y., area.
8 ARCOSA TO ACQUIRE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS BUSINESS OF STAVOLA
Arcosa Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the construction materials business of Stavola Holding Corporation and its affiliated entities for $1.2 billion in cash, subject to customary post-closing adjustments.
8 FIRMS MERGE; FORM SECOND-LARGEST U.S. CIVIL CONTRACTOR
ACS Group and HOCHTIEF, the respective owners of Dragados and Flatiron, announced that they have agreed on key terms for the combination of the two companies.
12 MILTON RENTS EYES THREE NEW LOCATIONS, GROWTH IN 2024
Milton CAT takes pride in being family-owned and operated for more than 70 years, earning the trust of customers in the construction, power generation and transportation industries in New England and upstate New York.
18 OFFICIALS IN NEWARK, DEL., RESHAPE CITY WITH MULTIPLE PROJECTS
Newark, Del., with its ever-expanding student population, has been busy reshaping the future of the city and its central business corridor. In 2024 alone, the city’s development calendar will be filled to the brim.
22 CLEVELAND BROTHERS’ WILLIAM ‘BILL’ KIRCHHOFF SR. PASSES AWAY
William “Bill” Kirchhoff Sr. died July 1, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family. Mr. Kirchhoff was born July 14, 1941, in Swedesboro, N.J., to Christian and Alice Kirchhoff.
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FLOODING, AC BEGINS PROJECT TO REBUILD CANAL
As part of the major infrastructure project, crews will install six pumps on the Atlantis Avenue Floodgate system to push out water from the underground tunnel into the waterways of the back bay during major flood events.
26 NYC INSTALLS POROUS PAVEMENT IN BROOKLYN TO COMBAT FLOODING
Work is currently under way to install 7 mi. of porous pavement along Brooklyn-area roadways in New York City to help better manage stormwater and reduce flooding and sewer overflows.
26 VOLVO CE CONTINUES TO TRANSFORM Q2 2024 IN TOUGHER INDUSTRY
Volvo CE has continued to bring industry transformation in the second quarter of 2024 while demand in many markets has slowed, particularly compared with the high levels reported from the same period last year.
28 BALTIMORE BRIDGE GETS FUNDS FOR REHAB … SOMEDAY
Maryland lawmakers announced a $15.5 million federal grant in June to begin planning to revitalize the Hanover Street Corridor, a 2.4-mi. stretch that includes the 108-year-old drawbridge over the Patapsco River.
30 KOMATSU COMPANY STORES EAST HOLDS OPEN HOUSES IN N.Y., N.J.
The events provided attendees with opportunities to see the latest Komatsu equipment and speak with Komatsu team members to learn about operation solutions designed to support business goals.
34 DSC DREDGE UNVEILS SIMULATOR, RECEIVES EDUCATIONAL AWARD
During the week of June 24 to 27, DSC Dredge attended the WEDA Dredging Summit & Expo ‘24 in Tampa, Fla., where it showcased its innovative technology to the dredging industry.
35 LONG-TIME SALES ADMINISTRATOR WILLIAM S. KRETSCHMER JR. DIES
William S. Kretschmer Jr. of New Providence, N.J., died peacefully July 31, 2024, with his family by his side at Runnells Center for Rehabilitation in Berkeley Heights, N.J. He was 69.
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Firms Merge; Form Second-Largest U.S. Civil Contractor
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The Harbor Bridge Project (Texas) is a Flatiron/Dragados LLC joint venture. The merger creates the second largest civil engineering and construction company in the U.S.
ACS Group and HOCHTIEF, the respective owners of Dragados and Flatiron, announced that they have agreed on key terms for the combination of the two companies, with ownership of the integrated company held 61.8 percent by ACS Group and 38.2 percent by HOCHTIEF. The company will be managed by Peter Davoren as chairman (in addition to his current role as chairman, CEO and president of Turner) and the current CEO of Flatiron, Javier Sevilla, as CEO. The transaction closing is expected during the second half of 2024.
The merger will create the second largest civil engineering and construction company in the United States.
“Bringing together Flatiron and Dragados creates a strong platform for organic growth in North America,” said Chief Executive Officer of HOCHTIEF, Juan Santamaría.
“They have the expertise, the long-term clients and are geographically complementary, providing significant synergies and economies of scale. We differentiate our commercial offering through our superior technical resources and skills.”
“Flatiron and Dragados North America employees have a long history of working together,” he added. “The new company will have the most respected and recognized value proposition in its sectors, having delivered renowned projects across the United States and Canada, and can look forward to an even stronger future.”
The company, named Flatiron Dragados, will continue to serve clients across its existing diverse markets and support strong community and stakeholder relationships.
The transformation into a new and even stronger entity creates synergies and economies of scale. The simplified structure will ensure a consistent approach to operations, including tender processes, procurement strategies and risk management, and be value accretive for shareholders of ACS Group and HOCHTIEF.
Heidelberg Materials North America Agrees to Acquire Carver Sand & Gravel
Heidelberg Materials North America announced that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Carver Sand & Gravel, the largest aggregates producer in the Albany, N.Y., area.
Included in this acquisition are four quarries, three sand and gravel pits, two asphalt plants, 70 million metric tonnes of aggregate reserves, a logistics business and approximately 200 employees. Heidelberg Materials and Carver Companies also have agreed on a strategic partnership in the Albany area for land and marine logistics.
“We are continuing to grow our U.S. business in line with our strong focus on deepening our footprint in local core markets,” said Dominik von Achten, chairman of the managing board. “Such targeted investments contribute towards further top and — through synergies — bottom line growth in the attractive North American market while accelerating our green transformation.”
“Our latest investment reflects yet another bolt-on acquisition aimed at expanding our North American business in a regional growth market,” said Chris Ward, president and CEO of Heidelberg Materials North America. “We are excited to complement our existing vertically integrated footprint in central New York and expand our reach into the attractive Capital Region surrounding Albany, the capital of New York State.”
Carver Sand & Gravel is an established materials pro-
ducer based in New York’s Capital Region, a vibrant and diverse area that is close to all major markets of the Northeastern United States. A recognized tech hub, the Capital Region also is home to 23 higher education institutions and a host of growth industries, including digital innovation development, clean energy and semiconductors.
Carver Sand & Gravel sells approximately 1.8 million metric tonnes of materials annually with a capacity of around 3 million metric tonnes per year.
Earlier in July, Heidelberg Materials already expanded its presence in two of the fastest-growing areas in the United States by acquiring Highway Materials Inc., one of the largest independent aggregates and asphalt producers in the greater Philadelphia market, as well as two companies in Texas: Victory Rock, a producer of high-quality aggregates for concrete and asphalt as well as other related products with two well-positioned quarries, and Aaron Materials, an established concrete recycler and materials producer whose operations include concrete crushing, stabilized materials and a volumetric concrete business.
Both parties have agreed not to disclose the financial terms of the transaction. The acquisition is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2024.
For more information, visit heidelbergmaterials.com.
Arcosa to Acquire Construction Materials Business of Stavola Holding Corporation
Arcosa Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the construction materials business of Stavola Holding Corporation and its affiliated entities for $1.2 billion in cash, subject to customary post-closing adjustments.
Founded in 1948, Stavola is an aggregates-led and vertically integrated construction materials company primarily serving the New York-New Jersey Metropolitan area through its network of five hard rock natural aggregates quarries, 12 asphalt plants, and three recycled aggregates sites.
expected to create tax benefits attributable to Arcosa with a net present value of approximately $125 million.
“Since becoming an independent public company in 2018, Arcosa has
“The acquisition of Stavola accelerates Arcosa’s strategic transformation by adding a premier aggregates-led platform…”
“Over that time, we have expanded our construction products business both organically and inorganically, deploying approximately $1.5 billion on value enhancing acquisitions to date and increasing our aggregates presence in the top 50 MSAs.
For the past 12 months ended June 30, 2024, Stavola generated revenues of $283 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $100 million, representing a 35 percent adjusted EBITDA margin. The aggregates business contributed 56 percent to Stavola’s LTM Adjusted EBITDA. The structure of the transaction is
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successfully executed against its longterm vision to grow in attractive markets and reduce the complexity and cyclicality of the overall business through strategic acquisitions and select divestitures,” said Antonio Carrillo, Arcosa’s president and CEO.
“The acquisition of Stavola accelerates Arcosa’s strategic transformation by adding a premier aggregatesled platform in the nation’s largest MSA with favorable attributes from its exposure to lower volatility infrastructure-led end-markets,” he added. “Pro forma for the transactions, Construction Products represents 65 percent of Arcosa’s LTM Adjusted EBITDA, and consolidated LTM Adjusted EBITDA Margin expands approximately 220 basis points. Stavola brings an experienced management team, a reputation for strong customer service, and a successful track record.”
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Milton Rents Eyes Three New Locations, Growth in 2024
Milton CAT takes pride in being family-owned and operated for more than 70 years, earning the trust of customers in the construction, power generation and transportation industries in New England and upstate New York. And, according to the company, it is committed to “treating every customer like a member of its own family, offering superior service and contributing to local communities.”
To enhance the experience for its customers, Milton CAT unveiled a new facet of its business in 2018: Milton Rents.
Milton Rents was established to provide customers with exclusive access to Caterpillar machine rentals along with other top-tier equipment and greater flexibility. Whether undertaking short-term projects, experiencing spikes in business, or seeking to explore different equipment capabilities, Milton Rents aims to be a responsive and customer-centric partner within each customer’s industry, the company said.
Establishing its position in the market, Milton Rents has opened locations throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. The company has also expanded into central New York by acquiring four new locations, formerly the Duke Company, which, in addition to equipment rentals, will also serve as one-stop destinations for building materials and construction tools.
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Officials in Newark, Del., Reshape City With Multiple Projects
Newark, Del., with its ever-expanding student population, has been busy reshaping the future of the city and its central business corridor.
In 2024 alone, the city’s development calendar will be filled to the brim.
So far this year, that has meant several big efforts, including mixed-use housing projects, main street businesses, a swanky new library and a host of plans for The Grove, located at the former College Square shopping center on the east side of town.
Below are just some of the newly announced or approved projects coming to Newark in the coming months, as reported by the Delaware News Journal in New Castle on July 29.
Newark Free Library Plans Approved
The heady plans for a new Newark Free Library top the local news as far as how the proposal will transform the eastern gateway to the city’s central business district. In early July, municipal officials approved the ambitious designs for the facility after a year of community meetings and feedback sessions.
Also shaping the council’s enthusiasm may be the fact that the nearly $44 million construction cost came almost entirely from state and county coffers, along with some private fundraising.
Designed by Quinn Evans, a nationally lauded architecture firm, the new library will be 50 percent bigger than the old one and encompass activities far beyond traditional “quiet” libraries, including dedicated zones for teens, craft and game centers, a 162-seat performance hall and plenty of outdoor space.
The library will undergo construction starting next year, and officially open its doors in late 2026.
The Grove at Newark Adding More Stores, Eateries
The Grove at Newark, a massive location off Library Avenue, is at the renovated College Square shopping center. It continues to fill its available spaces with stores, restaurants and other consumer stops, according to the News Journal.
At the site of a former Pep Boys, a Starbucks has recently opened next to breakfast chain First Watch, which proceeded it last December. A local Mexican chain restaurant called Del Pez has been delayed but is still slated to open this fall. Another eatery that plans to begin welcoming patrons later in 2024 is the Turkiye Kebab House.
Among the larger tenants at The Grove is Crunch Fitness, a gym that celebrated its grand opening in late June and takes up a portion of the former Sears Hardware store.
Construction is due to get under way on
Lefty’s Alley and Eats, a popular bowling alley and family entertainment center in Lewes, at a new location on the shopping complex’s south end.
Meanwhile, The Picklr, an indoor pickleball venue, is aiming to open its doors in the first half of 2025, the News Journal reported July 29. The facility’s special use permit was approved at the Newark City Council in early July.
Among the other businesses announced or rumored to begin operations at The Grove are Philadelphia-based 1950s diner Nifty Fifty’s, the golf-simulator venue X-Golf, ice cream chain Coldstone Creamery and Smoothie King.
80-Unit Apartment Building to House Students
After a development saga spanning four years and multiple failed proposals, a former Newark Burger King will become the site of a mixed-use, 80-apartment complex designed to house the city’s ever-growing population of University of Delaware (UD) student renters.
The new development will nonetheless generate less traffic than the former Burger King on the 1.33acre site at South Chapel Street and Delaware Avenue, its developer, Lang Development Group, told the city’s planning commission in May.
designed to include a 511-space internal parking garage.
The project is “unapologetically huge,” according to the newspaper, with a footprint of 85,759 sq. ft. and a gross floor area totaling 536,292 sq. ft.
First proposed in 2023, The Continental underwent a few revisions before getting a greenlight from the city council last May. Once in hand, Tsionas wasted little time preparing the site for the needed demolition.
Former Pizzeria On Main Street May Convert to Apartments
In addition to its efforts on South Chapel Street, Tsionas has proposed demolishing a longtime restaurant on South Main Street
erty, which measures more than an acre of lawn and flood plain. The mostly verdant residential-zoned plot sits next to houses on one side, and a small professional complex on the other, according to the News Journal.
As a result of the zoning restrictions, Allura arrived at an interesting compromise during its meeting with city planners. It presented plans designed to accommodate the neighborhood’s residential character while still allowing the company to expand into new offices to accommodate Allura’s growing business: The offices would look just like houses.
Allura’s renderings showed two 2,500sq.-ft. offices that mimic family homes decked out with porticoed patios, archedfront windows, and A-frame roofs. Tucked behind the “homes” would be two big storage garages, totaling more than 8,000 sq. ft.
With its ever-expanding student population, Newark has been busy reshaping the future of the city and its central business corridor. In 2024 alone, the city’s development calendar will be filled to the brim.
In recent weeks, the Newark City Council gave those plans its final stamp of approval, clearing the way for Lang to erect two five-story apartment towers, with 3,400 sq. ft. of first-floor commercial space that will likely be split among several tenants.
Previous proposals by Lang had been stymied after community and council resistance to a seven-story building proposed on the downtown property. Newark regulations now cap new developments at five stories, and design guidelines call for outdoor plazas — a feature that also will be included at the new mixed-use development.
Since 2019, the site has been a pay-for-use parking lot. The new designs call for 87 parking spaces in both underground and surface lots.
Larger Student Housing Also Under Way Across Street
The News Journal noted that diagonally across the street from the Lang project, a wrecking ball arrived in late July to make way for a new six-story, 190-unit apartment complex at 65 S. Chapel St.
Tsionas Management, one of Newark’s top development firms, began dismantling multiple blocks of townhomes for an ambitious project called The Continental,
and constructing a five-story apartment building in its place.
That structure would be the latest in a string of apartment and condominium projects on the former Elkton Road at the edge of the UD campus. The building would replace Pat’s Pizzeria and Barley Whiskey Bar, which closed last year.
The proposal, first filed last September, also includes a two-story addition to the neighboring apartment building at 136 S. Main St., which is owned and operated by Tsionas.
The developer is calling for a building encompassing 40 two-bedroom apartments and 1,600 sq. ft. of commercial space on the bottom floor, while the three-story structure next door would get another two stories of studio apartments.
Proposed Newark Office Buildings to Look Like Houses
Allura Bath and Kitchen, a Newark-area renovation firm, came before the city’s planning commission recently with a proposal to put their new offices at the edge of the Windy Hills residential neighborhood at 515 Capitol Trail.
Currently, a single home rests on the prop-
The presentation succeeded in swaying the planning commission in Allura’s favor, the local newspaper reported, and recommended that the project be allowed with minimal revisions — pending the Newark City Council’s approval.
Two New Wawa Stores May Face Each Other Near I-95
The Delaware News Journal reported that previously discarded plans for a new Wawa store in Newark have returned in a much different form.
According to a special use permit application filed earlier this summer with the city, developers plan to build a 6,000-sq.-ft., stand-alone Wawa without gas pumps at the site of a former Boston Market at 1050 S. College Ave., just north of the Interstate 95 interchange.
If approved, College Avenue would likely end up with a Wawa store on each side of the street to greet both northbound and southbound I-95 traffic.
The planned Wawa on the east side of the road, with a store and 10 gas pumps at 1115 College Ave, was approved back in January.
On the west side of South College Avenue, developers now hope to raze the former Boston Market and replace it with a hefty 5,915-sq.-ft. Wawa store without drive-thru lanes or a gas station.
To make this happen, the latter facility would need a variance from Newark that includes a large Wawa sign as well as smaller traffic islands and fewer shade trees on the parking lot than the city’s code currently permits.
About 9,000 sq. ft. of the property would be open space, with about 1,400 sq. ft. of wooded area.
Cleveland Brothers’ William ‘Bill’ Kirchhoff Sr. Passes Away
William “Bill” Kirchhoff Sr. died July 1, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Mr. Kirchhoff was born July 14, 1941, in Swedesboro, N.J., to Christian and Alice Kirchhoff.
In his early years, Mr. Kirchhoff (or “Sweet William from Swedesboro”) could be found on a ballfield or at The Old Ford Hotel, which his father owned. While in school, he earned seven letters in football, basketball and baseball. He was named “Second Team All Tri-County” in football. Graduating at the age of 16, and following his love of history, he enrolled at Gettysburg College. While at Gettysburg, he joined the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and played baseball. This also is where he met his Bible tutor, Jean Cleveland, the future love of his life. He and Jean married in late December in 1963.
Mr. Kirchhoff joined Jean’s family’s business, Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company, the local Caterpillar dealer, where he ultimately served as executive vice president and dealer principal.
While Mr. Kirchhoff was very active in the business community, most of his passion revolved around family and friends. If he wasn’t attending a grandchild’s activity, one could probably find
him on a golf course, the beach in Ocean City, N.J., poolside at Loblolly, the boardroom of Gettysburg College, with his Monday night dinner crowd, with his Tri-County Stock Club buddies or attending Sunday Mass.
“My grandfather was a man dedicated to his family, friends, Cleveland Brothers and the joys of life,” said Tommy Kirchhoff, rental branch manager of Cleveland Brothers. “His wisdom and genuine kindness left a legacy of excellence and integrity in the construction industry. I’ll miss most his laughter, endless stories about life, work, sports, family and his unwavering support in offering me advice about all of it. He liked to say, ‘Everything in moderation, including moderation.’ His spirit and the values that he instilled will continue to guide us every day.”
Mr. Kirchhoff was predeceased by his parents, his sister, Marcia Rodenhaver, his son, Tom Kirchhoff, and his grandson, Kyle Klock. Survivors include his wife, Jean Cleveland Kirchhoff; his daughter, Karen, and her husband, Rob; his other daughter, Katie, and her husband, Anson; his daughter-in-law, Staci, and her husband, Greg; his eight grandchildren, Trey (Julia), Tommy, Tommy, Belle (Nick), Sam, Macklin, Brynley and Ty; and his brother, Chris.
To Prevent Flooding, AC Begins Project to Rebuild Canal
Persistent flooding has led Atlantic City, N.J., to begin construction on a $22 million effort to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal in order to protect the city.
As part of the major infrastructure project, crews will install six pumps on the Atlantis Avenue Floodgate system to push out water from the underground tunnel into the waterways of the back bay during major flood events.
The city also will install screening systems at both the Atlantis Avenue and Fisherman’s Park pump stations. These systems are designed to remove all litter prior to discharge into the back bay waterways, CBS News Philadelphia reported.
“This has been on the drawing board for years, and we’re excited to see it finally happening,” Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small said in a recent news release. “This project will go a long way in preventing nuisance flooding in our neighborhoods, ultimately improving the quality of life for our residents and businesses. [We] will become even more resilient thanks to yet another strong partnership between the city and state and federal agencies.”
Atlantic City secured grants for the canal improvement from an array of sources,
including the United States Economic Development Agency, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
In addition, Rutala Associates, a local planning firm, worked with the coastal city to secure funding for the massive project.
Old Waterway Reaches End of Its Effectiveness
The canal, which was built in 1912, is connected to hundreds of storm drains, and is supposed to remove floodwaters from much of the city. It was designed for stormwater management in much of the city, including portions of the Ducktown, Westside, Midtown, Bungalow Park and Inlet neighborhoods.
The manmade waterway drains 775 acres stretching from south of the Atlantic City Expressway to Absecon Inlet. The canal measures 9,700 ft. in length, is over 10 ft. wide, 8 ft. tall and can store over 1.1 million cu. ft. of stormwater when the flood gates are operational.
However, Rutala, a city consultant, said the canal is just not up to the task any longer.
“Today, with rising sea level and all the different changes,” he told the TV news station, “it takes a more sophisticated system to move stormwater.”
In July 2023, CBS News Philadelphia noted that Rutgers University scientists found the water surrounding Atlantic City was rising faster than the rest of the planet because of both climate change and a sinking coastline.
During storms and high tides, the problem is heightened as the city becomes more at risk from flooding, which leads to hazardous conditions for people and property damage.
“This project is going to improve the quality of life for residents,” Rutala said.
The canal has two outlet structures. One is located at Atlantis Avenue and Beach Thorofare, and the other is at an open canal at Fisherman’s Park. Timber flood gates were originally designed to help control stormwater collected on Atlantic, Arctic and Baltic Avenues as well as surrounding streets.
In the past, during high tide events, the gates were closed in order to prevent the tide from entering the system and flooding the streets of Atlantic City. By the 1960s,
the timber flood gates on each end of the canal were destroyed and were not operational until just a few years ago.
New 10-ft.-wide stainless-steel sluice gates with titanium bolts and a bronze connector were installed on each end of the canal in 2018, and two pumps were added at the Fisherman’s Park site.
Atlantic City Residents Glad to See Improved Canal
Above the canal, along Baltic Avenue, Frank Gilliam and Jeremiah Williams told CBS News Philadelphia that they did not know the canal existed, but they liked the idea of investments into upgrading it.
“Flooding, it makes a problem for a lot of people,” explained Williams. “You walk around, see people’s cars getting stuck in water and things of that nature, so I think [the rebuild is] a very smart idea.”
Gilliam echoed those comments when he added, “I think it’s a great investment. Our city’s not the biggest, a lot of people don’t have cars, so they tend to walk around, [but] it’s just hard to walk around in water.”
Rutala said he expected the Baltic Avenue Canal improvements to be completed next summer.
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William “Bill” Kirchhoff Sr. died July 1, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family.
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NYC Installs Porous Pavement Along Brooklyn Streets to Combat Flooding
Work is currently under way to install 7 mi. of porous pavement along Brooklyn-area roadways in New York City to help better manage stormwater and reduce flooding and sewer overflows.
The city’s Department of Design and Construction (DDC) is managing the $32.6 million contract, with construction anticipated to be finished in the fall of 2025.
The project was commissioned by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
Porous pavement allows water to drain through it and be absorbed naturally into the ground, according to a news release from DEP. Strategic placement of porous pavement will keep 35 million gal. of stormwater out of the city’s combined sewer system each year, DEP noted, while also helping to protect the health of New York Harbor.
DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala was joined by DDC Commissioner Tom Foley and various Brooklyn elected officials on July 15 in the borough to announce the innovative project.
“Climate change is bringing with it rainstorms that can overwhelm our sewers and cause flooding across the five boroughs, which is why we are investing in tools that will divert rainwater away from the sewer system, such as porous pavement,” explained Aggarwala. “Brooklyn got hit particularly hard by Tropical Storm Ophelia last September and this new porous pavement will help to ease pressure on the sewer system and protect residents during future storms.”
In his remarks, Foley said, “This is the biggest porous pavement installation this city has seen, and it will prevent millions of gallons of stormwater from overwhelming the sewer system annually. With this DDC design, we will implement porous pavement panels in precise areas, allowing for the absorption of stormwater, before they overwhelm catch basins. It will also save time and money, since porous pavement installations can prevent flooding without the need of going underground and expanding sewers.”
Across New York’s five boroughs, roughly 7,500 mi. of sewers and 150,000 catch basins remain the backbone of the city’s drainage system.
However, over the last decade, DEP has built the nation’s largest green infrastructure program, which can intercept stormwater before it can drain into the sewers, thereby preserving some capacity in the system and help to prevent — or reduce — flooding, backups and overflows. Besides porous pavement, green infrastructure includes curbside rain gardens, permeable pavers, green or blue roofs and underground storage. To date, DEP has built more than 13,000 such installations, including more than 9,000 curbside rain gardens.
Unlike traditional asphalt paved roadways, porous pavement cuts down on the amount of stormwater that drains into the sewer system, which will help to prevent flooding, sewer backup into homes and businesses, and overflows into waterways, according to DEP.
Porous pavement is installed along the curb line of a street, where the stormwater typically drains towards a catch basin on the corner, and can withstand the weight of motor vehicles, including trucks.
New York City’s DEP has piloted the use of several different types of porous pavement for a number of years in different boroughs, but the new Brooklyn project is the first
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DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala was joined by DDC Commissioner Tom Foley and various Brooklyn elected officials on July 15 in the borough to announce the innovative project.
large-scale implementation. Not every block is a suitable candidate for porous pavement installation due to other conflicts in the streets and sidewalks, such as sewer and water mains, and private infrastructure.
Prior to any construction, soil samples are taken from beneath the roadways that are under consideration to determine if the soil will absorb stormwater. Once a roadway is approved for pavement installation, the work includes removal of the existing roadway along the curb line to a depth of roughly 24 in. Drainage cells and stone are added to aid in storage and drainage of the stormwater as well as to provide structural support for the porous concrete slabs that are laid on top.
The DEP said that later this year, contracts are expected to get under way to bring porous pavement to other Brooklyn neighborhoods and communities in the Bronx. Additional contracts are currently in the planning stages for areas of Queens.
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection manages the metro area’s water supply, providing approximately 1 billion gal. of high-quality drinking water each day to nearly 10 million residents, including 8.8 million in New York City.
The water is delivered from a watershed that extends more than 125 mi. from the city, comprising 19 reservoirs and three controlled lakes. Approximately 7,000 mi. of water mains, tunnels and aqueducts bring clean water to homes and businesses throughout the five boroughs, and 7,500 mi. of sewer lines and 96 pump stations take wastewater to 14 incity treatment plants.
DEP also has a robust capital program, with a planned $29 billion in investments over the next 10 years.
The NYC Department of Design and Construction is the city’s primary capital construction project manager. In supporting Mayor Eric Adams’ long-term vision of growth, sustainability, resiliency, equity, and healthy living, DDC provides communities with new or renovated public buildings such as firehouses, libraries, police precincts and new or upgraded roads, sewers and water mains in all five boroughs.
To manage this $28 billion portfolio, DDC partners with other municipal agencies, architects and consultants, whose experience bring efficient, innovative and environmentallyconscious design and construction strategies to New York’s projects.
Volvo CE Continues to Transform Q2 2024 in Tougher Industry
Volvo CE has continued to bring industry transformation in the second quarter of 2024 while demand in many markets has slowed, particularly compared with the high levels reported from the same period last year.
Earnings have been impacted by lower volumes in Europe and North America. However, order intake in Asia has increased by one fifth, largely driven by the China market, leading to a global growth of 9 percent.
In Q2, 2024, net sales amounted to SEK 24,423 M (28,999). Adjusted for currency movements this represents a decrease in net sales of 16 percent, of which net sales of machines dropped by 19 percent while service sales increased by 2 percent — once again demonstrating the increasing market value of service solutions to ensure customer productivity during tougher times.
Both adjusted and reported operating income amounted to SEK 3,888 M (5,353), corresponding to an operating margin of 15.9 percent (18.5).
During the quarter, net order intake increased by 9 percent, mainly prompted by an increase in orders in China when compared to the slowdown in that region in 2023, but also by North America, as orders were restricted last year due to supply chain inefficiencies. Deliveries in Q2 this year were below 2023, caused by lower market demand in Europe and North America.
Driving Transformation
In June during its flagship Volvo Days event, Volvo CE unveiled its biggest product renewal in the company’s history. It involved both conventional machines, such as the launch of a new generation of excavators and two new rigid haulers, the R60 and R70 stage V for regulated markets, as well as zero-exhaust emission solutions, most notably an expansion of the mid-size range with the L90 Electric and L120 Electric wheel loaders, as well as the EWR150 Electric, Volvo’s first electric wheeled excavator.
Scheduled for stepwise introductions over the next 12 months, they represent the next step on the company’s transformation journey. The same quarter, Volvo CE inaugurated its expanded facilities in Braås, Sweden, in its work to move towards more sustainable power sources for its articulated haulers.
Melker Jernberg, president of Volvo CE, said, “We continue to drive innovation and investments to remain at the forefront of the transformation to more sustainable solutions for the benefit of our customers, shareholders and society at large. It is a testament to our commitment to perform and transform that we are able to ensure profitability during challenging times while still setting the course for construction innovation.”
Market Development
Compared to the historically high levels of 2023, there has been an overall market decline, particularly in Europe where weakening business confidence has had an effect, and also in North America, largely due to a normalization in the replenishment of dealer fleets and lower end-customer demand.
For more information, visit www.volvoce.com.
Baltimore Bridge Gets Funds for Rehab … Someday
Baltimore is taking initial steps to make over the corridor that connects some southside neighborhoods to the rest of the Maryland city, but it will likely be years before the project, which includes rehabilitating or replacing the ancient Hanover Street Bridge, could become reality.
Maryland lawmakers announced a $15.5 million federal grant in June to begin planning to revitalize the Hanover Street Corridor, a 2.4-mi. stretch that includes the 108-year-old drawbridge over the Patapsco River that links Cherry Hill to Port Covington.
The Baltimore Banner reported July 29 that while the bridge makes up less than 0.5 mi. of the corridor, it represents the main connection between South Baltimore residents and the city’s core.
It also is a major throughline of traffic.
More than 40,000 cars use the bridge each weekday, according to Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) data. Additionally, its role as a crucial artery only increased after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in March and the city rerouted truck traffic across the Hanover Street Bridge.
The federal funds will be used to plan improvements along the corridor, including
sidewalks, new bike lanes and better connections to waterfront parks and trails.
In speaking with a Banner reporter, a Baltimore Department of Transportation (DOT) spokesperson said planning for the project will take four years before any construction can get under way.
Baltimore government officials and neighborhood advocates have talked for years about revitalizing or replacing the Hanover Street Bridge, officially known as the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge.
A 2018 study funded by both the federal government and the city recommended a $50 million effort to make structural improvements to the road structure and decrease the number of lanes from five to four. This would allow more space for pedestrians and cyclists on each side of the bridge.
Currently, each driving lane runs parallel to a narrow sidewalk riddled with dents and cracks, making it difficult for wheelchairs and bicycles to cross. In addition, no barriers separate pedestrians from fast-moving traffic.
The city worked to resurface the bridge’s roadway and pavement in 2018 as a stopgap measure to deal with its numerous fissures and potholes, but the structure has not seen
significant work since then.
“It is physically difficult for someone across the [river] to access new amenities and opportunities [on the opposite side of the Patapsco] if they don’t have a car,” said Brad Rogers, the executive director of the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership. “Redesigning and rebuilding the bridge so that it has ample pedestrian infrastructure ensures that people on one side of the water aren’t physically divided from opportunities across the water.”
An ambitious $175 million plan called Reimagine Middle Branch was created to redevelop neighborhoods along the 11-mi. Middle Branch shoreline of the Patapsco River. It endorsed the 2018 study’s recommendations with a slight modification: moving the pedestrian and bicycle lanes all to one side.
While the 2018 study looked into a shorter stretch of Hanover Street, the new federal funds aim to revitalize a larger stretch from Interstate 95 to Brooklyn and the Anne Arundel County line. Baltimore DOT looked at a larger corridor this time around to ensure that South Baltimore residents on either side of the river can access jobs and resources in other neighborhoods.
Although up in the air, Baltimore would
likely use a mix of state and federal funding, according to the city’s transportation agency. However, the money it receives from the state to maintain roads and bridges is under threat after recent Maryland budget shortfalls.
The Baltimore DOT did not provide the Banner with an estimated cost to improve the Hanover Street Bridge.
The federal planning monies come from a U.S. Department of Transportation initiative for infrastructure projects around the country. This year’s package of grants also includes nearly $5 million to redesign streets around the nearby Reisterstown Plaza Metro Station. Meleny Thomas, who directs the South Baltimore Community Land Trust, described the entire corridor as “a pivotal point in the community” that is in desperate need of repair.
She is excited that it could finally get the facelift it needs, even if it is few years away. Thomas’s one concern is what happens to all those cars during construction, especially if the bridge has to close completely.
“The only thing I’m worried about is what the transition will look like,” she explained. “But we’ll cross that bridge when we get there.”
Komatsu Company Stores East Holds Open Houses in
Komatsu Company Stores East held open houses July 10, 2024, in Holbrook, N.Y., and July 31, 2024, in South Plainfield, N.J.
The events provided attendees with opportunities to see the latest Komatsu equipment and speak with Komatsu team members to learn about operation solutions designed to support business goals.
In addition, both events featured exhibitor booths that included Montabert, Genesis Attachments, Cemen Tech, Finlay, GPS solutions and more and food trucks. Both events were well attended by local contractors.
Upcoming Komatsu Company Stores East open houses include Harrisburg, Pa., on Sept. 11, 2024; Hatfield, Pa., on Sept. 18, 2024; and Baltimore, Md., on Oct. 2, 2024. CEG
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New and existing customers make connections with the Komatsu East team in Holbrook, N.Y.
(L-R): Kim Voorhees, Christine Coyle and Alba Rodriguez, all of Komatsu Company Stores East, are ready to greet guests at the open house in South Plainfield, N.J.
Meeting up at the Genesis Attachments booth during the Komatsu Stores East open house in South Plainfield, N.J., (L-R) are Mike Keremes, regional sales manager, Genesis Attachments; Chris Standke, equipment superintendent, and Kevin McGinn, assistant equipment superintendent, both of George Harms Construction.
In South Plainfield, N.J., Michelle Wilson, sales engineer of Montabert, was eager to discuss Montabert attachments and Lehnhoff quick couplers with customers.
Guests and Komatsu Company Stores East team members enjoyed a barbecue lunch in South Plainfield, N.J.
Sean Early, product specialist, crushing and screening, Komatsu North America, takes a moment for a photo by the Finlay 863+ screen in South Plainfield, N.J.
(L-R): Bill Blessing, equipment foreman of Danco, Morganville, N.J., took his nephews, Connor and Hunter, to the Komatsu Stores East open house in South Plainfield, N.J.
Holbrook, N.Y., South Plainfield, N.J.; More to Come in 2024
In South Plainfield, N.J., Dominick Vecchiarelli (L), Komatsu Stores East, and Frank Szyskowski of MHERS, Freehold, N.J.
Andy Banas, territory sales manager of BOMAG, is ready to discuss the BOMAG BM2200/65 with customers in South Plainfield, N.J.
Nelson Gould, northeast regional technical support manager, Cemen Tech, was ready to talk about his company’s line of volumetric mixers in South Plainfield, N.J.
Attending the Komatsu Stores East open house in Holbrook, N.J., (L-R) are Lindsay Ekizian, community affairs representative to U.S. Rep. Andrew Garbarino; Mike Kubas, vice president of operations, Company Owned Distribution – East; and Dana Welch, senior director of product support.
In South Plainfield, N.J., customers could check out the GPS base and rover with an FC-6000 tablet.
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Komatsu East photo Karen Steingart, IT desktop support technician, works registration for the open house event in Holbrook, N.Y.
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Brian Haeffner, technology solutions expert for factory integrated technology machines, explains how the system works to an open house guest in Holbrook, N.Y.
Komatsu East photos Komatsu East proudly displayed dozers, excavators and more at the open house in Holbrook, N.Y.
G & C Marine Services Successfully ‘Rolls With the Tides’
G & C Marine Services Inc., a full-service marine construction company located in Norwalk, Conn., is run by company founder Gary Wetmore and his son, Charlie, who have been in the business for approximately 20 years.
In addition to the marine construction side of the business, which includes pile driving, masonry, maintenance and repair, dock building/carpentry and marine salvage, the company also owns a few small commercial fishing vessels targeting shellfish and local fish, such as black sea bass.
“Our marine service company has been very successful and that’s quite fortunate for me because it supports my fishing habit,” Gary said with a smile.
Years ago, Gary was a lobsterman, however as water temperatures increased, the lobster population migrated north, leaving Gary looking for alternatives to support himself. He took a job working for a marine contractor in the Norwalk area. When that contractor decided to retire, it left Gary with a great opportunity to purchase his barge and other implements of the trade and start G & C Marine Services.
Construction repair and maintenance of water structures is not the only type of work that G & C Marine Services is called upon to complete; it also is in the boat salvage business, essentially using its barge and excavator to retrieve boats that have sunk. When asked how often that type of work comes up, Gary said, “More often than you might think. We just got a call this morning. Apparently, someone forgot to put the plug back in their boat.”
Roll With the Tides
Construction Equipment Guide (CEG) visited the Wetmores while they were working on two projects.
“In our business, having two or more projects simultaneously is critical to maintaining any level of efficiency,” Gary said. “When we work on our projects, how many hours a day that we can commit to a project is dictated by the tides. In most cases we are working along the shoreline, and we can only access the project at high tide.
“The tide must be high enough for our barge to be able to access the area without any possibility of the barge touching or resting on the sea bottom,” he added. “Barges and sea bottoms are very closely regulated. Tides change not only by the time of day, but also by location. The tide level at one project will vary from the tide level on a project just a couple of miles down the shoreline.
“A daylight high tide period is only going to last about four hours a day. So having multiple sites operating simultaneously is critical to making any amount of ideal use of our equipment and our employees. When the tide gets low enough to stop work on one project, we finish out the day by working on a second project.”
Currently, G & C Marine Services is working on one project that is located adjacent to its business at 108 Water Street in Norwalk, Conn., and a second project that is located just down the shoreline.
The project on Water Street is replacing a seawall that totals approximately 340 ft. in length in 10-ft. sections and
(L-R) are Carl Roderick, sales representative of W.I. Clark; and Charlie Wetmore and Gary Wetmore, both of G & C Marine Services.
includes a travel lift basin for hauling boats in the 30-40-ft. range along with a forklift pad to support the hauling and loading of smaller vessels for the rack storage system. For this project, G & C Marine Services used a John Deere 245 50,000-lb. excavator that was recently purchased from W.I. Clark to drive 30-ft.-long piles into the seawall approximately 19 ft.
Between each pile is a wall of 10 by 10 wooden beams. A whaler beam is attached to the back of all of the “H” piles, which is tied back to 2-in. rods that are fastened to a deadman (a concrete pad that runs a depth of 20 ft. from the shoreline). This section of seawall is roughly a $1 million project and will take the entire season to complete. The new wall will have a life expectancy of 50-plus years.
The John Deere excavator drives the steel “H” piles with the assistance of a Hercules model SP50 side grip pile driver, one of two Hercules pile drivers owned by G & C Marine. One is configured for driving steel and the other is configured for driving timber piles. For this particular project, it hasn’t been necessary or practical to use the barge to position the John Deere 245 excavator to drive the piles. The pile driving has been easily accomplished with the excavator placed on the shoreline.
The Hercules HMC side grip pile driver is an excavatormounted hydraulic attachment that speeds up the pile driving process. This attachment uses hydraulics to safely pick up,
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of the wood used on their projects is a very specific Brazilian hardwood. According to Gary Wetmore, “We’ve been putting down docks for over twenty years and I have not once had to replace any of the wood we’ve used.” see
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W.I. Clark photo G & C Marine sets a mooring anchor. CEG photo
& C Marine Services’ barge equipped with excavator and materials.
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DSC Dredge Unveils Simulator, Receives Educational Award
During the week of June 24 to 27, DSC Dredge attended the WEDA Dredging Summit & Expo ‘24 in Tampa, Fla., where it showcased its innovative technology to the dredging industry.
The four-day event was an overall success for the DSC team, featuring significant highlights. One of the many highlights was the presentation of the “Why is Dredging Good” Paper Award. This award, which DSC has sponsored for more than 10 years, was presented by DSC’s Marketing Director, Mercedes James, to Donald Hayes and Ancil Taylor, who accepted the award on behalf of all the contributors.
The contributing team also included Ram Mohan, Mindy Strevig, Alan Kennedy, Daniel Farrar and Katherine Brutsche.
Their paper, titled “Inspiring DredgingRelated Innovation Through Research and Development,” emphasized a variety of innovative dredging approaches and advancements, underscoring the importance of continuous research and development in the field.
In addition to sponsoring the award, DSC introduced its Dredge Simulator at the expo. This simulator, the first of its kind in the industry, allowed attendees to experience hands-on demonstrations, learning and operation of dredging equipment in a controlled, on-site environment. This innovative tool received significant attention and comments from the expo participants.
DSC’s booth also featured a model of the Muddy Water Dredge, the industry’s first
dredge model equipped with the most advanced technology to date. This cuttingedge dredge model exemplifies DSC’s commitment to leading the industry through technological innovation and superior design.
The DSC team also played a crucial role in WEDA’s education sessions, contributing to the knowledge sharing and educational value of the summit. The Short Courses they were part of included:
• Bryan Landry, DSC vision specialist, “Underwater Visualization for Dredgers” short course.
• Bob Wetta, Charlie Johnson and Damon Gonzales, “Dredging Deconstructed: Explore Dredge Types, Applications, and Operational Strategies” short course.
• Bob Wetta, Josh Louviere and Mercedes James, “Navigating the Waters: Best Practices and Pitfalls in Dredge Operations” short course.
At the closing of the event out of 177 exhibitors from around the world, DSC was awarded “Best Educational Booth”. This award further supports DSC’s dedication to education and knowledge sharing within the dredging community.
For more information, visit www.dscdredge.com.
(All photos courtesy of DSC Dredge.)
(L-R): the DSC Team consisted of Mercedes James, Bob Wetta, Charlie Johnson, Josh Louviere, Bryan Landry and Damon Gonzales.
“Why Dredging Is Good” award presented by Mercedes James of DSC Dredge to Donald Hayes and Ancil Taylor.
DSC Dredge's booth included a dredge simulator.
Lincoln Electric Acquires Vanair Manufacturing LLC
Lincoln Electric announced that it has acquired Vanair Manufacturing LLC, a privately held, Michigan City, Ind.-based, manufacturer of mobile power solutions serving the U.S. service truck market.
Vanair offers a comprehensive portfolio of mobile power solutions, including vehiclemounted compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, chargers/boosters and electrified power equipment. Its extensive equipment portfolio complements Lincoln Electric’s maintenance and repair consumable offering and builds upon the joint development equipment initiatives that the two companies have been pursuing.
“We are pleased to welcome the Vanair team to Lincoln Electric. Vanair is renowned for their leading high-quality manufacturing, innovation and engineering expertise in the fast-growing maintenance and repair service truck market,” said Steven B. Hedlund, Lincoln Electric’s president and chief executive officer. “By joining together, Lincoln Electric will capitalize on this channel opportunity to accelerate growth and broaden our technology platform for long-term
LLC, a privately held,
manufactur-
value creation.”
Vanair’s annual revenue is approximately $100 million with a low double-digit percent EBIT margin, and its results will be reported in the Americas Welding Segment. For more information, visit www.lincolnelectric.com.
Long-Time Sales Administrator William S. Kretschmer Jr. Dies
William S. Kretschmer Jr. of New Providence, N.J., died peacefully July 31, 2024, with his family by his side at Runnells Center for Rehabilitation in Berkeley Heights, N.J. He was 69.
Mr. Kretschmer was born in East Orange, N.J., the son of the late Dolores (nee Brown) and William S. Kretschmer Sr. and was a lifelong resident of New Providence. He was a 1977 graduate of Villanova University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in history.
He was extremely dedicated to his work as a sales sdministrator of Komatsu (formerly Binder Machinery) in South Plainfield, N.J., where he was still working and was employed for more than 40 years.
Mr. Kretschmer was an avid sports fan and was proud to have coached his children in their youth basketball leagues.
His greatest love was for his family. A loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, he is survived by his wife, Deborah (nee Mayhew); his children, Joseph R. Kretchmer and Lisa M. Kretschmer; his cherished grandson Crosby Smith-Kretschmer; and his dear siblings, Kevin Kretschmer and Karyn
He was extremely dedicated to his work as a sales administrator of Komatsu (formerly Binder Machinery) in South Plainfield, N.J., where he was still working and was employed for more than 40 years.
Callaghan. He was pre-deceased in 2020 by his son, William S. Kretschmer, III.
The memorial visitation was held Aug. 7, 2024, at Paul Ippolito Summit Memorial in Summit, N.J.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Disabled American Veterans (www.dav.org), Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org) or Bayada Hospice (www.bayada.com).
Lincoln Electric photo Lincoln Electric has acquired Vanair Manufacturing
Michigan City, Ind.-based,
er of mobile power solutions serving the U.S. service truck market.
Dorchester Ave. Bridge Could Open to Traffic This Fall
Work began on the project in the summer of 2022 and the budget for the project is
Funding for the project has been through federal formula funds and some MBTA matching funds.
By Ken Liebeskind CEG CORRESPONDENT
The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority announced that the Dorchester Avenue Bridge in Boston is under construction.
The bridge, which is located between Von Hillern and Kemp streets, was built in 1925 and rehabilitated in 1975. The steel bridge carries vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists over the Red Line, the Commuter Rail Old Colony Lines and the Cabot Yard maintenance tracks.
It is being replaced to protect its structural integrity and ensure reliable service.
Work began on the project in the summer of 2022. The budget for the project is $47,125,079 and is provided by federal formula funds and some MBTA matching funds, according to Lisa Battison, a spokesperson of the MBTA.
The lead contractor on the project is SPS New England of Salisbury, Mass., and Select Demo Services of Salem, N.H., is the demolition contractor.
“Dorchester Avenue over the MBTA Red Line, Cabot Yard Spur and Old Colony Main Line consists of replace-
ment of the existing three-span highway bridge with a new, two-span precast reinforced concrete deck panel slab and cast in place closure pours, sidewalks and barriers, on weathering steel multi-girder superstructure,” according to SPS New England. “A new pile supported abutment will be constructed behind the existing reinforced concrete rigid frame south abutment of the south span, using drilled and driven pipe piles and a reinforced cast-in-place concrete cap.
“A new pile supported pier will be constructed between the existing granite block south abutment of the north span and the reinforced concrete rigid frame north abutment of the middle span, using drilled and driven pipe piles and a reinforced cast-in-place concrete cap,” SPS added. “The existing granite block north abutment of the north span will be reused, and a new precast reinforced concrete cap will be placed on top to support the new superstructure.”
To relocate the existing utilities from the existing Dorchester Avenue bridge, a prefabricated temporary utility bridge will be erected on a reinforced concrete foundation supported by drilled micropiles. Work also includes the rehabilitation of an existing 300-ft. long bin wall by
installing soil nails and a reinforced concrete face.
“Work to date has included demolition of the existing bridge, stabilization of the Von Hillern Street retaining wall, reconstruction of the Red Line subway tunnel roof, substructure work [including foundations and piles], new beam seat installation, erection of bridge steel and the installation of new utilities [20-in. gas line, electrical and third-party fiber optic installation],” Battison said.
“The contractor will set the pre-cast deck panels for the new bridge deck and will also install fireproofing coating on the steel members supporting the new roof slab inside the Red Line subway tunnel below the bridge superstructure,” she added. “Precast approach slabs were placed at both abutments with a crane during the weekend of June 15-16.”
Remaining work, Battison said, includes installing and completing the bridge deck, sidewalks and parapet as well as finalizing utility routing. The target is to have full beneficial use of the bridge and open to traffic this fall 2024.
The bridge is currently closed to traffic and will remain so through the completion of the roadway deck and surface materials. CEG
MBTA Customer and Employee Experience Department photo
Some of the work to date has included demolition of the existing bridge and stabilization of the Von Hillern Street retaining wall.
MBTA Customer and Employee Experience Department photo
The bridge is being replaced to protect its structural integrity and ensure reliable service.
MBTA Customer and Employee Experience Department photo
$47,125,079.
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Crews Place Stone to Armor Slope Along Indian River
The star of the show, a 300-ton Liebherr crane, looms over the project while the Route 1 Charles Cullen bridge, a cable-stayed structure, soars over the river a few yards away. A front loader fills the crane’s bucket with approximately 250 tons of rock per day, which the operator then directs over the river and dumps it precisely into the water where it will strengthen and armor the inlet slope.
“We often have to operate from barges on other projects, so having the crane on land makes this job easier,” said Teesdale.
The casual observer on the banks of the inlet sees a load of rock being dumped into a swiftly flowing Indian River. In reality, the dumps are being done with great precision.
“Our Autocad program inside our trailer shows us precisely where the loads should go,” said Teesdale. “The individual rocks in the bucket range from 150 pounds to 3,000 pounds. Those rocks will fit with the riprap already in place. This is a mixed blend of rock. Then, capstones weighing three to five tons will be placed on top to seal everything in place.”
The work team is carefully managing the behemoth that is dumping the rock into the Inlet. When winds off the nearby beach kick up to 25 mph, the crew must carefully monitor the swing of the boom. At 35 mph, the crew shuts the crane down. The controls in the cab prevent the boom from extending too high and striking the overhead power lines.
The Indian River and Bay is an expansive estuary system approximately 15 mi. long. The coastal inlet where it meets the ocean experiences swift tidal currents, which make the seafloor and adjacent shorelines susceptible to scour and erosion. The bulkheads and rock armoring the inlet are popular fishing areas while the oceanfront areas are popular with swimmers and surfers.
Steve Rochette of the Army Corps of Engineers, sees this project as necessary.
“This is an important spot for recreation in Delaware, and
it needed repairs as the shoreline and walkway were failing and collapsing and getting progressively worse,” he said.
The construction team is placing the stone to armor the slope, driving steel sheet piles and installing a post and panel wall system to further reinforce the shoreline. The post and panel wall system consists of H-pile posts driven 60 ft. with 20-ft. sheet pile lagging in between. Then, the rock supports these structures.
Rochette also described a separate repair to reinforce and sand tighten a portion of the jetty for approximately 215 ft. on the south side of the inlet.
The crew managed the timing of the work around environmental windows to minimize impacts to fish.
The Corps is continuing to investigate repairs to the nearby North Jetty structure of the inlet and has partnered with the state of Delaware to help manage erosion on the oceanfront shoreline.
A team of approximately a dozen workers, engineers and supervisors are on the site daily.
Safety has been a focal point during construction given the popularity of the area.
“We’ve worked closely with Delaware State Parks on site safety and to minimize nearby parking/vehicle disruptions as we know this is a very popular area for so many,” said Rochette. CEG
(All photos courtesy of Army Corps of Engineers.)
The construction team is using a post and panel retaining wall system to reinforce the shoreline
Survey: Concerns Remain Over Buy America Requirements
Tracking numbers, the DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) found that from the first quarter of 2022 to 2023 costs rose 35 percent.
It reduces “the amount of highway infrastructure that can be bought today versus what could have been purchased prior to the price increases.”
The agency put it another way: “The same construction project today costs more than yesterday and significantly more than in 2021.”
Analyzing the Situation
The AGC noted that prices for construction inputs have risen faster than contractors’ bids every month so far in 2024.
“Persistently long lead times for electrical equipment are adding to the cost of building and infrastructure projects,” said Ken Simonson, chief economist. “Meanwhile, inflexible rules for sourcing materials could drive up prices for federally aided projects such as highways.”
The AGC partnered with ARTBA on a survey tracking the impacts on highway construction of proposed tighter Buy America requirements.
Some 69 percent of respondents said they’d “price” their bids to register uncertainty about costs of Buy America-compliant materials for particular projects.
“This reality usually results in higher project costs and diluted benefits from federal investment,” said Simonson. “In addition, if FHWA rolls back its waiver, respondents expect significant challenges in complying with Buy America requirements for many manufactured products.”
Less than 15 percent of respondents believe these products would be easy or possible to acquire in compliance with the Buy America policy.
Survey respondents listed numerous additional products that would be difficult or impossible to source without waivers.
“Federal officials are attempting to shut down a diversified global supply chain … before enough domestic supply exists,” said Jeffrey D. Shoaf, CEO of the AGC. “That’s a recipe for higher costs and delayed projects that will harm both the U.S. economy and highway safety.”
The BTS warned that if highway construction costs rise above their level at BIL signing, what can be bought with the funds in each fiscal year will decline.
The bureau looked at both High and Modest Inflation Scenarios in predicting what happens in the future. The High Inflation Scenario assumes construction costs continue to rise at their current rate using the average annual growth from 2021 and 2022.
“Under this scenario, only $224.2 billion can be bought with the $379.3 billion allotted for highways,” said BTS. “In other words, only 60 percent of what could have been bought … when BIL was signed can be bought over the five years from 2022 through 2026.”
The agency noted that situation represents a whopping 40 percent reduction.
The Modest Inflation Scenario assumes a more modest growth in construction costs equal to the average annual growth in 2019 and 2021.
“Under this more modest growth scenario, $260.5 billion can be bought with the $379.3 billion allocated … due to increased highway construction costs.”
This amount is 16 percent more than what could be bought if highway construction costs continue to rise at their current higher rate, said BTS.
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Government mandated rules for procuring materials and hiring trade workers could further drive up prices for federally aided projects including highways.
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Material Prices Continue to Raise BIL Projects Costs
But it’s still only 69 percent of what could have been bought when BIL was signed.
“In other words, a 31 percent reduction in what could have been constructed in 2021 when highway construction cost less.”
Materials prices are to blame for a lot of the headaches the construction industry faces with BIL projects. The bureau tracked increases in crude oil used to produce asphalt, which it said contributed to the situation. In fact, BTS reports U.S. crude oil increased 594 percent, from $16.55 per barrel in April 2020 to $114.84 per barrel in June 2022.
That’s the second highest price on record and makes asphalt a top contributor to increases in the National Highway Construction Cost Index (NHCCI).
These numbers are from the last quarter of 2021 through the third quarter of 2022.
“Crude oil prices have fallen since the June 2022 high but have risen steadily since the beginning of 2024,” said BTS.
The bureau said that situation suggests construction costs may rise further in the future.
Supply-chain issues, which began in 2020 with COVID, are also contributing to the hike in the cost of highway construction.
The pandemic caused both temporary and permanent business closures. It also increased demand for durable goods.
“This, in turn, caused material prices to rise,” said the bureau. An increase in the producer price index (PPI) for all goods and services shows just how.
The PPI grew by 51 percent from April 2020, the lowest point since May 2016, to a new all-time high in June 2022, said BTS.
The NHCCI actually fell a half a percentage point from October to December of 2023, according to FHWA’s quarterly index.
Jeff Davis of thinktank Eno said that using the new NHCCI seasonal adjustment, the final quarter 2023 was still 4 percent above the previous period.
FHWA economists said, “there is a historically negative seasonal effect during Q4 and Q1 that may be contributing to the slight deflation.”
It’s visible on FHWA’s line chart of the NHCCI going back to its inception in 2003, said Eno.
The original index divots downwards in the fourth quarter of many years, as cold weather curbs construction activity and demand for materials.
“However, when you add it all together, year upon year, there is no real cumulative difference in the old rate vs the seasonally adjusted rate,” said Davis.
In both instances, the cumulative increase in highway construction costs since the October-December 2020 quarter is 68 percent.
“Converting this to actual dollars lost … the FHWA has signed $182.4 billion in contracts and other spending obligations since January 1, 2021,” added Davis.
Once the nominal dollars convert to “real” at the OctoberDecember 2020 quarterly NHCCI, that $182.4 billion drops down to $132.9 billion.
That means “that $49.4 billion has been lost to highway cost inflation since January 2021,” Davis said.
But, he added, even the nominal numbers reveal something interesting about FHWA and state DOTs.
The two signed a smaller dollar amount of contracts in the last two quarters of 2023 than in the last four quarters of 2022.
“This may be linked to the ongoing August Redistribution crisis,” said Davis.
He believes some states may be running out of ready-togo highway projects that can be put out to bid and started quickly.
Adding to Cost of Construction
Federal mandates pushing contractors to hire union labor is “the worst way to do infrastructure projects,” said Ben Brubeck of ABC.
“Taxpayers lose when responsible contractors that do a quality job at the best price are frozen out,” Brubeck wrote
for the media outlet Governing.
He said the construction industry’s “perfect storm” of workforce shortage, materials price inflation and controversial public policy is to blame.
It’s “undermining hundreds of billions of dollars of taxpayer investments in federal, state and local government infrastructure projects.”
Brubeck said it’s also hurting clean energy and manufacturing projects procured by private developers.
“This means fewer improvements to roads, schools, water systems and energy infrastructure and fewer well-paying construction jobs.”
He cited President Biden’s Buy America laws, project permitting regulations, workforce development and labor policies as well as the failure to reduce costly red tape.
Combined, the issues are “diminishing the value hardworking taxpayers deserve from investing in America’s infrastructure projects,” said Brubeck.
And he called Biden’s mandatory project labor agreements for contracts of $35 million or more “one of the most controversial Biden administration policies.”
Brubeck said the policy excludes nearly 90 percent of the construction workforce “and some of the best contractors in the industry” from competing.
The project-specific collective bargaining pacts are designed to steer taxpayer-funded contracts to unionized contractors and union labor.
“Government-mandated PLAs needlessly exacerbate the construction industry’s skilled labor shortage,” said Brubeck. They force the replacement of existing employees with workers from specific union halls and the adoption of “inefficient” union work rules, he said.
The result is excessive cost burdens and safety and quality risks for high-performing non-union contractors who can’t compete for taxpayer-funded projects.
“Non-union firms employ a historically high 89.3 percent of the U.S. construction industry,” said Brubeck, ABC vice president of regulatory affairs. “Quality and experienced non-union contractors have built more than half of largescale federal construction projects since 2009.”
These non-union contractors also are more likely to be owned by women and minorities, he added, and research has found PLA mandates increase construction costs by 12 to 20 percent, he said.
That means voters can expect fewer improvements to important local infrastructure projects — and fewer jobs, Brubeck believes.
“This administration’s effort to freeze the majority of experienced contractors … out of competing is sure to create delays and needless infrastructure inflation.”
On the bright side, Brubeck said builders are fighting back. In fact, ABC filed suit against the PLAs mandate on federal projects.
The organization said Americans deserve long-lasting construction projects built safely, on time and on budget by the best contractors and workers regardless of labor affiliation.
Lawmakers, governors and industry are urging Congress to stop inflationary PLAs by passing the Fair and Open Competition Act, said Brubeck.
The act would prohibit PLAs on federal and federally assisted construction projects, he said.
“All Americans would be best served by inclusive, winwin policies that help provide a cost-effective return on federal investment in infrastructure.” CEG
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Roto-Screen USA Looks to Build National Dealer Network
By Eric Olson CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
Sand Science Inc., a Beaufort, S.C., supplier of screening, conveying, crushing and recycling equipment, is currently undergoing a major effort to expand the availability of the Roto-Screen portable trommel screening plant in the United States through the formation of Roto-Screen USA and the development of a full-service dealer network.
As a long-time distributor of the product line, Sand Science has become the primary dealership of Roto-Screens in this country.
Located just off the busy Interstate 95 corridor in South Carolina’s Low Country, approximately 30 mi. north of Savannah, Ga., Sand Science has significantly grown from a local and regional distributor of material handling equipment when it was first established in 1985 to a nationwide one.
That fact alone made Sand Science an obvious choice for Roto-Screen Canada in selecting the South Carolina distributor to represent its products in the United States. Another point in Sand Science’s favor is that for three decades it has been an outstanding partner to Roto-Screen in the sales, rental and service of its trommel screens.
Now, Sand Science is the largest Roto-Screen dealer in America, said Eoin Kenny, vice president of marketing and sales for the distributor.
He, along with his brother, Adam, Sand Science’s vice president of operations, work alongside their father, Gerry, the company’s owner and founder.
Roto-Screen Dealer Network Sees Controlled Growth
Roto-Screen Canada began to express more of an interest in expanding its nationwide product availability following the end of the pandemic, according to Eoin Kenny.
“We were asked by the factory in Canada to take over its American distribution,” he said. “So, over the past eight months, we have begun the process of building a master distributorship with dealers across the U.S. to fully focus on rentals and sales of the Roto-Screen in different regions of the country.”
As a result, Roto-Screen USA was formed and has helped to bring on three new distributors for the Roto-Screen 454 trommel
Roto-Screen USA recently delivered a R-545 trommel to JGB Aggregates in Marshfield, Mass. (L-R) are Adam Kenny and Eoin Kenny, both of Roto-Screen USA; and Andrew Backman and Mike Gallant, both of JGB Aggregates.
screener in that time, Kenny said.
“We have JGB Recycled Aggregate Materials, in Marshfield, Mass., which will be focusing on the Northeast for us. It already serves Massachusetts and Rhode Island, but now includes Maine and New Hampshire, as well,” he said, “and MHK Equipment Services, based in Michigan, will be concentrating on the Midwest. Additionally, we just signed up another distributor, RTL Equipment Inc., that will cover Minnesota, Iowa and North and South Dakota. And more dealership opportunities are available.”
Sand Science will serve as the dealer for the Southeastern states, Kenny said, and Roto-Screen USA will continue to expand and serve all remaining territories directly.
The agreements represent the first steps in a controlled, long-term plan to create a nationwide dealer network for the Roto-
Screen product.
In the months and years ahead, RotoScreen USA also wants to see its products offered through more dealerships in the Deep South, Texas, the Rockies and the Northwest states.
“If we are going to do that, we must also see to it that each dealership can offer the parts and service capabilities to support the Roto-Screen,” Kenny said. “We want our customers to get the best, most timely help possible, no matter where they are.”
Earlier this year, Roto-Screen USA delivered two machines to the JGB facility, south of Boston, where the aggregate recycling outfit intends to rent and aggressively expand its business, he said.
“JGB Aggregates had an open house day there in April where their customers came in and looked over the machines. We were able to explain everything about the Roto-
A Roto-Screen USA trommel works topsoil.
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Screens and do some training. JGB was really excited to get the machines out there, and the interest in the product is very strong in that area.”
With the New England construction seasons being so short, Kenny said that “everyone has to get going pretty quickly when the weather warms, meaning JGB had machines on the ground as soon as possible to service that area, with more machines on the way. It’s the same for MHK in Michigan. They had equipment on the ground and in their rental fleet prepared to move and ready to sell.”
Dependable, Uncomplicated Design
Kenny believes the best feature of the Roto-Screen 454 trommel, designed to be stronger and more versatile than other screeners on the market, is its simplicity and ease of use.
“By that I mean it is easy to work on and a great machine for contractors, site preparation and land clearing crews, and companies making topsoil, mulch, compost and other materials,” he said. “Roto-Screens are also made up of all North American-manufactured parts to keep costs down. It is very efficient, too.
“It might not be the fanciest, but, at the end of the day, the material coming off the discharge conveyor sells for the same price no matter what machine screens it.”
Roto-Screens also make for a great rental product, he said, in that its prospective dealers can offer the machine to their customers to rent and try before making the commitment to buy. Its low cost of operation makes it the perfect machine for both short- and long-term rentals, including rental purchase options (RPOs), he added.
“After they have it rented, they can then put some of that money into the RPO deal, thus lowering the price,” according to Kenny. “This offers a ‘try before you buy’ situation that we find our customers really like.”
Eoin Kenny’s company has continued on an upward growth trend ever since his father, Gerry, started Sand Science in the Palmetto State almost 40 years ago.
The elder Kenny, a native of Ireland, has more than four decades of experience in the material processing equipment industry working with builders on several continents. Along with his sons, he established a reputation among construction professionals as being very knowledgeable, reliable and personable dealers of high-quality equipment.
The family business’s inventory of RotoScreens joins several other product lines at Sand Science, including a choice selection of portable shaker screens and jaw crushers, conveyors, hoppers, used equipment and parts.
For more information, visit www.RotoScreenUSA.com or www.sandscience.com. CEG
(All photos courtesy of Sand Science Inc.)
A Roto-Screen USA trommel helps with beach cleanup.
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Komatsu Introduces New Demolition Excavators to North America Market
Komatsu has introduced a new machine portfolio of demolition excavators to the North American market.
The PC490HRD-11, PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 have been successfully operating in the European market for more than 20 years and are now available to the North American demolition industry, providing the opportunity for customers to increase job site efficiency.
The PC490HRD-11 demolition excavator features the K100 boom change system, enabling operators to begin working within minutes of arriving at a job site, and minimizing time for boom changes as the job progresses. The machine can reach up to 104 ft. and includes a full demolition guarding package, excellent visibility from a 45-degree tilting cab, and an informative human/machine interface panel.
The PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 straight boom excavators boost reach, providing 22 to 26 percent more reach than standard excavators, with easy customization that allows users to program up to 15 different tools. The machines are built to tackle tough demolition jobs with robust protection elements like heavy-duty revolving frame and under guards, bucket cylinder guard, boom light protection guards and reinforced attachment linkage.
Komatsu’s additional product line of Lehnhoff quick couplers and Montabert demolition attachments can be paired with these demolition excavators to further increase the ver-
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The PC490HRD-11, PC290LC-11, PC360LC-11 and PC490LC-11 are now available to the North American demolition industry.
satility of these machines.
“Komatsu understands that the demolition industry is a fast growing and evolving segment that demands new product innovation,” said Bruce Boebel, director of products and services. “We are excited to be able to now provide this family of demolition excavator solutions in support of the industry, offering the ability to quickly customize for different working environments and provide versatility and efficiency at the job site.”
For more information, visit komatsu.com.
NSSGA Receives $9.6M EPA Grant to Advance Aggregates Sustainability
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) has been awarded a five-year, $9.65 million grant by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
With the EPA grant funding and support, NSSGA aims to provide the aggregates industry with essential resources to: robustly produce and release Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs); establish guidelines on best management practices for reducing CO2 emissions; and enhance the industry’s capacity to sequester CO2.
“Thank you to the EPA and their staff for this important funding. We look forward to working together to enhance the transparency and availability of environmental impact data within the aggregates industry,” said Michael Johnson, president and CEO of NSSGA.
“The unwavering support from our members, industry partners and 23 state associations has been instrumen-
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With this opportunity, NSSGA continues to lead the way in promoting sustainability within the aggregate industry.
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Thompson Equipment Adds Rubble Master Mobile Impact Crushers to Its Offerings
Thompson Equipment, a dealer of aggregateprocessing equipment and solutions for more than 40 years, announced the addition of Rubble Master’s mobile impact crushers to its offerings.
This expansion includes Rubble Master’s leading models: RM 90GO!, RM 100GO! and RM 120X, now available at Thompson’s Lisbon, Maine, and Oxford, Conn., branches.
With this partnership, Thompson Equipment is poised to offer additional mobile equipment alongside its established stationary options, empowering customers to achieve greater agility on the job, increase aggregate production, vertically integrate their aggregate supply and ultimately enhance profitability.
“This partnership opens up a tremendous opportunity for us with the addition of different size class machines,” said Steve Ferris, vice president of Thompson Equipment. “With Rubble Master’s mobile solutions, we aim to meet the needs of a broader customer base by offering unparalleled service and equipment. At Thompson, we believe that ‘the more you make, the more you make,’ and this collaboration will help us achieve our profitability goals.”
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“We are thrilled about our new partnership with Thompson Equipment. Their wealth of experience and complementary products provide an excellent opportunity to serve a wider array of contractors and producers in New England,” said Paul Smith, North American sales manager at Rubble Master Americas.
Designed with the operator in mind, Rubble Master equipment is user-friendly and comes with comprehensive training modules and attractive financing options. Its advanced engineering increases efficient fuel consumption, potentially minimizing operating expenses. Its high-quality design and construction help reduce breakdowns for increased uptime and reduced downtime. Rubble Master’s telematics mobile app, RM XSMART, offers functionality for monitoring and managing equipment and optimizing processes to help enhance profitability.
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NPK Continues
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Crusher Pulverizer
Founded in 1923, Nippon Pneumatic Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (NPK Japan) established itself as a manufacturer of air tools and expanded into chemical processing equipment production in 1945. In 1957, they established the construction equipment division, and it was then that NPK Japan pioneered the world’s first boom-mounted pneumatic hammer.
In 1985, the reputable designer and manufacturer of hydraulic hammers, crushers, shears and pile drivers joined with a group of partners in Cleveland, Ohio, to form NPK Construction Equipment Inc. This provided the means to build an extensive dealer network in the Americas, located in Walton Hills, Ohio. The foundation of this organization was to provide a durable, dependable product, supported by unmatched commitment to customer service provided by all departments of NPKCE, according to the company. NPKCE has proved this unwavering support over the last 35 years.
“Many others claim to have this same commitment, but we do it. It’s just part of our culture and company DNA,” stated Ken Skala, NPKCE district manager. “The sun never sets on an unanswered question.”
As demand increased, NPK Construction Equipment expanded by adding a fabrication facility in Wickliffe, Ohio, in 1989. Eventually outgrowing that facility, NPKCE purchased a new, larger facility adjacent to the main offices in Walton Hills, Ohio, in 2009. This expansion allowed for and led to future growth, including the addition of NPK Machining in 2013 and the new construction of a second manufacturing facility completed in 2023.
Favorably, this growth has melded all NPKCE divisions onto one campus; enabling a collaborative environment that is highly efficient and productive with streamlined processes and flow. The hydraulic attachment manufacturer’s 200,000-sq.-ft. United States’ facility is situated on more than 16 acres in Walton Hills, Ohio, and equipped with state-of-the-art machining centers, robotic welders and welding bays that stay consistently busy.
As the company continues to grow both organically and with the acquisition of Genesis in 2019, NPK continues to fabricate its products in their manufacturing facilities based in Japan, the United States and Europe.
Many of the company’s 120 employees are long tenured. According to Chris Salerno, director of sales, “NPK employees are the most important company asset.”
Employee longevity certainly says a lot about a company. It is a key indicator of employee satisfaction combined with good work ethics and increased levels of knowledge and experience.
According to Tiffany Thomason, sales and marketing support of NPK Construction Equipment, NPKCE ranks high in this category with having almost 50 employees who reached a more than 20-year tenure, with 10 of them reaching 30 years or more. There also are many employees with five to nearing 20 years of service.
“As a 30-year employee, I can surely say NPK is a great company to work for,” said Thomason. “Regardless of length of employment, every employee in every department plays a special role in the success of NPK…it is a team effort. We are dedicated, we care, and it clearly shows through our quality products, unmatched customer service, product support and highly satisfied customers. Now that is success.”
NPK offers full service and support to its dealers, including a full warranty in a protected territory to support end users. The company also trains all technicians around the country to provide all-inclusive dealer support. Yearly, more than 30 dealer technicians are trained in-house, while many more are trained at dealer locations.
“Something I often tell our dealers and customers is that NPK’s product support is not a department. It is an attitude,” said Mike Rzeszotarski, product support manager of NPK. “It’s not one single department within the company making NPK shine, rather it is an attitude that everyone has at NPK ensuring we provide the highest level of service, support and quality to our customers. We all work together as a team at NPK ensuring our highest and number one priority is taking care of our customers.”
The company has a 98 percent fill rate for parts and understands the importance of uptime.
“After-sales support is important. We pride ourselves on making sure our customers are taken care of and constantly review our inventory to ensure uptime,” said Salerno.
“The company is here for a common goal to support the customer and create a culture of customer-oriented mindset,” said Skala. “We help provide solutions to problems.” NPK continues to innovate, as it introduces its V250R crusher pulverizer. This unit is ideal for primary and secondary demolition and is well-suited for high-reach applications. It has a recommended carrier weight of 53,000 to 77,000 lbs. The V250R is also equipped with full 360degree rotation capabilities that allow for the best attack angles at all times, according to the company.
Unit specs include:
• working weight — 6,065 lbs.
• max jaw opening — 35.4 in.
• cycle time — 1.8 close / 1 open (seconds)
• oil flow — 26 to 66 gpm • operating pressure — 4,060 psi • maximum crushing force at tip— 229,500 lbf For more information, visit npkce.com. CEG
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Dan Vale, service technician, works in the NPK service bay.
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Ken Skala (L), district manager, and Chris Salerno, director of sales, with the largest NPK hammer — the GH50.
Werk-Brau Debuts New FX26 With Bite-Limiting Design
Werk-Brau introduced the FX26 forestry mulcher, a rugged, durable, well-balanced forestry mulcher for excavators from 8,000 to 16,000 lbs.
This stout mulcher has a direct coupled motor which provides more power with less maintenance than comparable models that use belts or pulleys. A heavy wall 14-in. rotor is fitted with 21 fixed knives to shred brush, limbs, and standing trees to 6in. in diameter.
The bite-limiting tooth design maintains drum speed and prevents stalling and material is passed through two breaker bars to create fine mulch without sacrificing performance.
The FX26 weighs just 785 lbs. and requires just 15-35 gpm of hydraulic flow to power the gear motor but features a 26-in. working width for unmatched production. With just two grease points and no additional drive components, this simple design is easy to maintain, according to the manufacturer.
The lightweight yet durable construction, coupled with lower hydraulic flow requirements allow
the FX26 to be paired with more excavator models down to 8,000 lbs. It is an ideal entry-level tool for contractors expanding into brush clearing, land management, defensible urban fire defense clearing, right of way clearing and more.
A universal bolt-on mount is included with each mulcher so installation is fast and simple (Tag or WainRoy mounts excluded but available at additional cost). Each FX26 includes 100 in. of hydraulic lines and ¾ in. flat faced couplers; case drain is not required.
Werk-Brau recently partnered with Valley Tool Manufacturing to provide Werk-Brau branded BrushHound mulchers, brush shredders and flail mowers, and RockHound landscape rakes through Werk-Brau’s nationwide dealer network. Each FX26 mulcher is manufactured by Valley Tool but serviced through the Werk-Brau network, providing single-source convenience for customers.
For more information, visit www.Werk-Brau.com and www.ValleyToolMfg.com.
Werk-Brau’s FX26 Forestry Mulcher, a fixed tool mulcher for excavators from 8,000 to 16,000 lbs., requires just 15-35 gpm of hydraulic flow and includes a bite-limiting design to keep rotor RPMs up.
Blue Diamond Attachments Unveils New Rotary Cutters
Blue Diamond Attachments has announced the launch of a new line of standard- and medium-duty 3-point rotary cutters.
The new tractor attachment offering extends the company’s full-line of cutters and allows for the effortless cutting of overgrown grass, stalks and light brush up to 1in. thick.
Key features of the new line of Blue Diamond Attachments cutters include:
• 12-gauge steel for the 4-6-ft. standardduty models and 10-gauge steel deck construction on the 7-ft. medium-duty model; the new rotary cutters also have heavy-duty steel bracing for extra strength.
• A balanced stump-jumper blade pan that protects cutter blades from rocks, stumps and roots.
• The heavy duty heat-treated free-swinging blades with suction lift are ½ in. thick by 3-in. wide on the standard-duty and ½ in. thick by 4-in. wide on the medium-duty.
• A tapered round back design allows tighter turns for maneuvering around trees, or in tight spaces.
• On the 4-6-ft. standard-duty models, a
The new tractor attachment offering extends the company’s full-line of cutters and allows for the effortless cutting of overgrown grass, stalks and light brush up to 1-in. thick.
shear bolt through the input shaft protects the gearbox and driveline from damage.
• Rear wheel adjustment to set the height of the cutter, from 1.5 to 11 in.
• 15-in. laminated wheel design for all types of tough terrain.
• A 3-point quick hitch-compatible hitch for attaching the rear-mounted rotary cutter to a compact tractor.
For more information, visit www.bluediamondattachments.com.
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Teams Head to Volvo Trucks Service Training Championship
Volvo Trucks North America has four of its top dealership service teams advancing to the world finals in the 67th Volvo International Service Training Award (VISTA), the world’s largest service market competition.
This prestigious event, which includes more than 16,000 participants within Volvo Trucks and Volvo Buses global dealer networks, will see four teams from North America — two from the United States and two from Canada — compete at Volvo’s global headquarters in Sweden this fall.
First established in 1957, VISTA has grown to encompass 92 countries, bringing together the best teams from Volvo dealerships around the world. The competition aims to showcase employees’ knowledge, skills and teamwork abilities and culminates in an exciting final in Gothenburg, Sweden, Sept. 9-13, 2024, where the top 44 teams from around the globe will compete for recognition as the top service team.
“VISTA is not just a competition; it’s a tradition and a testament to the skills, dedication, and excellence of Volvo’s service personnel worldwide. It provides an unparalleled opportunity for teams to connect, learn and improve, ultimately enhancing the quality of service and innovation within the industry,” said Steve Parkins, vice president, competence development, Volvo Trucks North America. “We are excited to see our North American teams showcase their expertise and teamwork on this global stage.”
The online competition started in November 2023 and included multiple rounds, one “pit stop” challenge and other bonus team missions via the VISTA app. These rounds tested participants’ knowledge and problem-solving skills, with some questions incorporating a time component for tiebreakers. Teams are typically comprised of two technicians, a service advisor and a parts person. The world competition will include a
The regional semi-finals were held June 3 to 6 at the Volvo Trucks Academy training center in Fort Worth, Texas.
variety of North American and European stations, emphasizing the global diversity in emission and voltage requirements.
The regional semi-finals were held June 3 to 6 at the Volvo Trucks Academy training center in Fort Worth, Texas. The top ten North American teams were further challenged with hands-on tasks at multiple diagnostic and schematic stations. The top four teams from this round that are advancing to
The online competition started in November 2023 and included multiple rounds, one “pit stop” challenge and other bonus team missions via the VISTA app.
the world final in Sweden are:
• The Edgers — TransEdge Truck Centers, Allentown, Pa.
First established in 1957, VISTA has grown to encompass 92 countries, bringing together the best teams from Volvo dealerships around the world.
the VISTA Championship a memorable event for our teams. This initiative ensures that the service professionals — often the unsung heroes in providing world-class customer service and uptime — receive their well-deserved recognition and rewards,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America.
In a show of support and commitment, Voorhoeve will work a day at the top North American team’s shop, TransEdge Truck Centers. The Edgers team finished in the top 10 at the last world finals — the highest-ever ranking for a North American team. Roger Alm, global president of Volvo Trucks, has pledged to spend a day with the global winner, continuing a tradition of hands-on engagement from Volvo’s executive leadership with the best teams.
Final Rankings From North American Semi-Finals
1. The Edgers | TransEdge Truck Centers, Allentown, Pa.
6. Hermosillo | Tractoremolques Del Noroeste, Hermosillo, Sonora
7. Las Leyendas Xell | Xell Trucks, Sucursal Monterrey, General Escobedo, Nuevo León
8. Volvo Vikings | Lounsbury Truck Centre, Moncton, New Brunswick
9. Piston Pounders | Affinity Truck Center, Fresno, Calif.
10. Vistacruisers | Kriete Truck Center, Fond Du Lac, Wis.
For more information, visit volvotrucks.com.
(All photos courtesy of Volvo.)
Ford Expands Super Duty Production in North America
Ford Motor Company announced plans to assemble F- Series Super Duty pickups at its Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada, starting in 2026, boosting production of one of the company’s most popular and profitable vehicles.
The move to add production of up to 100,000 units of its best-selling Super Duty to Oakville expands Super Duty production across three plants in North America, including Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant, which are operating at full capacity. It also paves the way to bring multi-energy technology to the next generation of Super Duty trucks, giving customers more freedom of choice and supporting Ford’s electrification plans.
“Super Duty is a vital tool for businesses and people around the world and, even with our Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant running flat out, we can’t meet the demand. This move benefits our customers and supercharges our Ford Pro commercial business,” said Jim Farley, Ford president and CEO.
“At the same time, we look forward to introducing three-row electric utility vehicles, leveraging our experience in three-row utility vehicles and our learnings as America’s No. 2 electric vehicle brand to deliver fantastic, profitable vehicles.”
In total, Ford plans to invest approximately $3 billion to expand Super Duty production, including $2.3 billion to install assembly and integrated stamping operations at Oakville Assembly Complex. When complete, Oakville Assembly Complex will be a fully flexible plant.
Boosting Super Duty assembly will initially secure approximately 1,800 Canadian jobs at Oakville Assembly Complex, 400 more than would initially have been needed to produce the three-row electric vehicle. Unifor-represented employees at Oakville Assembly Complex will return to work in 2026, a full year earlier than previously planned. The increased production also adds approximately 150 jobs at Windsor Engine Complex, which will manufacture more V8 engines for Super Duty.
“This investment will benefit Ford, our employees in Canada and the U.S., and especially our customers who want and need Super Duty for their lives and livelihoods,” said Kumar Galhotra, Ford’s chief operating officer. “It is fully consistent with our Ford+ plan for profitable growth, as we take steps to maximize our global manufacturing footprint, and our investments will have a fast payback.”
Ford plans to hire new employees and add
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overtime at U.S. component plants that support Super Duty production.
• Sharonville Transmission Plant in Ohio — $24 million investment and additional overtime
• Rawsonville Components Plant in Michigan — $1 million investment and roughly 20 new jobs
• Sterling Axle Plant in Michigan — approximately 50 new jobs
Across powertrain, transmission, stamping and final assembly operations, 10 U.S. plants in five states support Super Duty production. Those plants directly employ approximately 20,000 American workers.
Ford is a leader in producing and selling trucks in America, with two F-150 plants in Michigan and Missouri, two Super Duty plants in Kentucky and Ohio, and a Ranger plant in Michigan. Ford truck production directly and indirectly supports more than 500,000 jobs in America.
Strong Demand for Super Duty Among Ford Pro Customers
In the first half of 2024, Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant produced more than 200,000 Super Duty trucks. Order banks remain healthy since the launch of the new 2024 model year Super Duty, and demand from Ford Pro customers is higher than what Ford can produce now.
“There is durable demand for Super Duty from Ford Pro customers as spending on infrastructure and related construction activity remains high,” said Ford Pro CEO Ted Cannis.
“Many retail customers have not been able to get their trucks fast enough because of our production constraints. Unlocking Super Duty volume will also support businesses and tradespeople who rely on these trucks and first responders who serve their communities.”
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• 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
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd Edition
(https://training.agc.org/course/vlea 241101/)
Dates: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 (10:00 AM) –
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 (7:00 PM)
Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
AGGREGATES & INDUSTRIAL MINERALS ASSOCIATION (OAIMA)
The Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association (OAIMA) is the trade association in Ohio that represents all the state’s mining operations, except coal.
About OAIMA
“Aggregates” are materials consisting of sand and gravel, crushed stone and slag. The single largest market for aggregates is road and street construction, including base and asphalt paving for highways, parking lots and other pavements.
“Industrial Minerals” include clays, shales, sand, salt and other non-fuel minerals used in construction and other industrial and commercial uses.
The Future
A ready supply of crushed stone, sand and gravel is necessary to support future economic development and infrastructure improvement. Aggregates are the elemental building blocks of Ohio’s economy. Aggregates are essential to maintaining the quality of American life.
IF IT CAN’T BE GROWN, IT HAS TO BE MINED!
Upcoming Events:
August 9, 2024 (10 AM – 1 PM) 13th Annual Ohio
AGLIME Council Clay Shoot, BLACKWING Shooting Center
AGC EDGE MS Project Training for Construction Project Managers (https://training.agc.org/course/ms-project-training-forconstruction-project-managers/)
Dates: Thursday, September 5, 2024 (2:00 PM) –Thursday, September 12, 2024 (5:00 PM)
Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
Construction Association of Michigan (CAM)
CAM Cruise-In & Classic Car Show
Date/Time: Saturday, August 17, 2024 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: CAM Office
43636 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Registration Fees: This is a FREE EVENT for CAM Members and their families!
Pre-Registration is REQUIRED!
The Construction Association of Michigan is thrilled to announce the CAM Cruise-In & Classic Car Show! All CAM Members and their guests are invited to join us at the CAM Office on Woodward Avenue for live music and a BBQ. Bring your chairs and your cooler and enjoy the show! REGISTER NOW! Enjoy a shaded front-row seat to the Woodward Dream Cruise, with live music by Black Mountain Sons and a BBQ all day! Chairs, tents and coolers are highly recommended! Parking in the CAM lot is available for classic cars. If it’s a brand-new exotic, a grand old Duesenberg, or a 1964 Pontiac GTO, kept and driven as a collector car, it is welcome in our lot.
For more information, contact Construction Association of Michigan (CAM): 248/972-1000.
Construction Association of Michigan (CAM)
One Industry – One Resource – One CAM CAM is the oldest and largest construction trade association in North America, we continue to find ways to add value and help you build your business!
Excavations, Trenching and Shoring
Course Description: Excavation and Trenching represent one of the most hazardous operations engaged in by construction workers.
Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (EST)
Location: CAMTEC
43636 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302-5055
OSHA 10-Hour
Course Description: This program is designed to provide participants with a basic understanding of the hazards present in most construction projects.
Dates: September 17 – 18, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (EST)
Location: CAMTEC
43636 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302-5055
For more information: CAM Headquarters Phone: 248/972-1000
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
CLC Leadership Development Conference
The AGC CLC Leadership Development Conference (LDC) is the premier annual event that brings together like-minded leaders from across the nation’s construction industry for professional development and networking.
Co-hosted by AGC of America and AGC of Tennessee, this conference provides an opportunity to engage directly with construction professionals, discuss industry best practices, and develop leadership skills.
DATES: September 11 – 12, 2024
TIME: September 11 (9:00 AM) – September 12
(7:00 PM)
PLACE: Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis 33 Beale Street Memphis, TN 38103
Phone: (901) 444-3232
Help Shape the Future of the Industry. Together. Join in the dialogue with the next generation of leaders in the construction industry.
You can develop your leadership skills, enjoy fun networking events and engage in meaningful discussions about industry best practices and how to grow your local Construction Leadership Committee (CLC) group. Explore Downtown Memphis
Welcome to the 2024 Leadership Development Conference at Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis, a boutique hotel nestled within a vibrant downtown neighborhood known for its lauded music venues, historic landmarks, Southern Hospitality, and Memphisstyle barbecue.
Perched on the banks of the Mississippi River, the hotel is a short walk to the city’s famed entertainment district and near the South Main district, the University of Memphis, and more!
For more information, contact AGC of America, phone: 703/548-3118 Fax: 703/842-8817
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Bobcat Co. Teams With Chip Gaines to Launch Park, Rec Makeover Contest
Bobcat Company has launched a nationwide Bobcat Park and Rec Makeover Contest to give one community a $100,000 park makeover.
Contest Kick-Off
To kick off the contest, Bobcat teamed up with its brand ambassador and renovation expert Chip Gaines for a baseball field makeover to inspire communities to see the potential in their local park and recreation spaces.
Bobcat brought its iconic white and orange equipment and a fleet of volunteers to Gaines’ hometown of Waco, Texas, to make over a local ballfield.
Gaines, host of the hit show “Fixer Upper” and Magnolia co-founder, is an advocate for youth sports, having played baseball growing up and during college.
“I grew up playing ball at local parks, and now, my boys have too. Spending time outside and being involved in community sports is such a big part of our family’s life, which makes me thrilled to partner with Bobcat here in Waco to renovate a local ballpark as they launch their national contest,” said Gaines.
“It’s projects like this that really bring a community together, today but also decades down the road.”
Commitment to Community
The Bobcat Park and Rec Makeover Contest is open to communities in the United States with a shovel-ready park and recreation project. Funds can be used to renovate or create a park and recreation space or facility based on the winning community’s needs.
“Bobcat is so much more than
machines; we’re a team and a brand committed to community and we’re demonstrating that commitment by investing our time and resources to help build a stronger, better tomorrow,” said Laura Ness Owens, Bobcat vice president of global brand and marketing.
Bobcat has long supported communities where its customers, dealers and employees live and work. In 2023, Bobcat partnered with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) to offer grants to create sustainable community park and recreation areas. Bobcat continues to work with NRPA as its partner for its Park and Rec Makeover Contest, as well as through its sponsorship of Park and Recreation Month.
“At Bobcat, we’re all about building
the kind of world we want to live in, and this contest is just one of the ways we’re giving back to help communities thrive,” Ness Owens explained. “Teaming up with Chip to fix up a ballpark in the Waco area is our way of encouraging people to take action in their own towns. It could be by nominating their community for a similar makeover or simply volunteering and getting involved. We want this partnership with Chip and our shared dedication to community to light a spark in others to give back and strengthen communities everywhere.”
For full contest details, rules and regulations, and to enter for a chance to win, visit bobcat.com before Aug. 16, 2024.
(All photos courtesy of Jenn Ackerman.)
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Bobcat brought its iconic white and orange equipment and a fleet of volunteers to Gaines’ hometown of Waco, Texas, to make over a local ballfield.
Bobcat Company has launched a nationwide Bobcat Park and Rec Makeover Contest to give one community a $100,000 park makeover.
Bobcat teamed up with its brand ambassador and renovation expert Chip Gaines for a baseball field makeover to inspire communities to see the potential in their local park and recreation spaces.
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Milton Rents Offers Diverse Range of Equipment, Tools
with one goal – serving our customer, every single time,” said Tim Chatfield, sales manager of Milton Rents New York.
The rental and sales teams aren’t just on the front lines of their respective storefronts; they also visit job sites, keep lines of communication open and help customers overcome challenges. The team at Milton Rents understands construction and equipment and uses that expertise to cater to the specific needs of each customer, he added.
“Our team understands not just the equipment we rent, but job sites as a whole, how they operate and what each type of machine or small piece of equipment needs to do on that site,” said Marc Bruno, director of rental services, New England, “and how and when they need to work together to complete the tasks at hand.”
Moreover, Milton Rents provides a diverse range of rental equipment, tools, building materials and construction options, empowering customers to optimize equipment utilization, control costs and navigate project timelines with greater agility.
“Milton Rents aims to benefit its customers.” The company said. “Our diversification showcases our adaptability and solidifies our position not only as a premier equipment rental house but also as a trusted partner in the success of its customers’ endeavors, no matter what the job requires.”
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Annual Kubota Hometown Proud Grant Program Names 20 Recipients
As part of its continued commitment to dealers, customers, and local communities, Kubota Tractor Corporation announced 20 grant recipients in its fourth annual Kubota Hometown Proud grant program aimed at providing support across the country for local nonprofit organizations and their unique initiatives.
Each of the 20 hometown projects now goes to a public vote, and the project with the most votes in each of Kubota’s 10 operating districts will turn its $10,000 grant into a $50,000 grant.
“The Kubota Hometown Proud grant program was created four years ago as a way for Kubota to give back to our dealers’ hometowns in a meaningful way,” said Todd Stucke, president of Kubota Tractor Corporation and senior vice president of Kubota North America.
“Today we are announcing more grants than ever before — for 20 nonprofits from various hometowns across the country — to help with community projects that will make a positive impact in these communities for years to come. We hope the next phase in our program generates even more hometown pride by rallying around each organization and helping to shine a light on the important work they all do.”
The community projects with the most votes will be announced in September.
The 2024 Kubota Hometown Proud grant program recipients and their projects that are now up for vote include:
• Ag Alley at Shanél Valley Academy (Hopland, Calif.)
• Agricultural Education Space for Black Youth and Adult Land Stewards by Black Oregon Land Trust (Corbett, Ore.)
• Barns Repair and Restore at AACORN Farm (Kalamazoo, Mich.)
• Bristow Town Square Renovation by Bristow Historical Society (Bristow, Okla.)
• Bryant City Park Improvement Project by Bryant Up & Coming (Bryant City Park, S.D.)
Farm, Inc. (Tully, N.Y.)
• New Heart: Feeding Those in Need by Fed By Faith (Joelton, Tenn.)
• Pony Van for Stable Moments by Justin’s Place (Wilmore, Ky.)
• Refugee Children Farm Educational Shelter by Transplanting Traditions Community Farm (Chapel Hill, N.C.)
• UGArden Community Farm Stand at the Univ. of Georgia (Athens, Ga.)
• Vocational Tech Program at the Lighthouse Ranch for Boys (Loranger, La.)
• West Union Recreation Ballpark Restoration by Future
• Cape Fear Heritage Garden at Cape Fear Botanical Gardens (Fayetteville, N.C.)
• Denton Freedom House Gardens Project (Denton, Texas)
• Developing Ag Opportunities for Residents at Bethel Hill by Advocates for Community Choice (Marthasville, Mo.)
• Downtown Community Park by Leave it Better (Eastman, Ga.)
• Friends of Distant Hill Accessible Nature Trail and Pavilion Project (Alstead, N.H.)
• Growing Food and Opportunities by The Farm School at Gibbs Road (Kansas City, Kan.)
• Growing Hometown Pride by Wello, Inc. (Green Bay, Wis.)
• High Tunnel House for Free Produce at Matthew 25
Plans, Inc. (West Union, Ohio)
In March, Kubota announced its fourth annual Kubota Hometown Proud grant program, calling on nonprofits to apply for consideration. A record of more than 1,500 entries were received this year from across the country, demonstrating diverse and genuine needs from communities big and small.
In partnership with local Kubota dealers, Kubota is honored to invest in hometowns across America to help make a sustainable impact on community programs and projects for stronger hometowns — from building agriculture centers and barns, to supporting equine programs, community gardens and vocational farming projects for youth and veterans — which is exactly what the brand’s hard-working equipment is built for. To-date, the company has awarded $1.5 million in Kubota Hometown Proud grant program funding. For more information and official rules for the Kubota Hometown Proud grant program, visit KubotaHometownProud.com.
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Milestone Anniversary… Tsurumi Pump Turns 100
Tsurumi Pump, a pioneering pump manufacturer founded in Osaka, Japan, in 1924, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
The company has focused on technical excellence since its inception as an equipment manufacturer, gaining recognition across Asia and expanding to the United States and Europe.
In 1979, Tsurumi America Inc. was established, creating a strong network of dealers, distributors and partners. The company’s resolute commitment to quality has driven its success in various markets, including construction, mining, flood remediation, food processing, wastewater treatment and water features.
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plying our customers and our clients solutions to their issues and water problems,” said Glenn Wieczorek, Tsurumi’s managing director. “We sell pumps, but we really sell solutions to challenges.”
Mike Grant, the company’s portable market sales manager, highlighted Tsurumi’s commitment to quality products and excellent customer service.
“When you sell a product of unparalleled quality, it makes your job so much easier,” he said. “We manufacture an exceptional pump, the best in the industry. There is none better. We complement this with excellent service, backed by a great team.”
“My favorite part about working at Tsurumi is that we focus so heavily on sup-
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WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM
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
WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598
WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR MODEL 14H MOTOR GRADER. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478
WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE. EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897
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 (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND BACKHOE LOADERS. EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET
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
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 EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 616-813-3642
WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR MULITIPLE UNITS OF CATERPILLAR D7G CRAWLER DOZERS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923322489350
WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS – NEED TO PURCHASE HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400, EX-450, AND EX 270. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE DO LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER T4 CRAWLER
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1. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, August 15, Opens- Thursday, August 1: MILLIS, MASSACHUSETTS: One Owner Sale. In Conjunction with Paul E. Saperstein Co., Inc. 400+ Heating Equipment, Machine & Fabricating Shop, Construction Equipment, Forklifts, Pickups, Truck Tractors and Support.
2. 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.
4,5. LIVE: Friday, August 23, & TIMED: Closes- Friday, August 23, Opens- Friday, August 9: DUNKIRK (Buffalo), NEW YORK: One Owner Retirement Auction. Major Trucking Company. (21)Truck Tractors, (100) Van Trailers, Step Deck and Detachable Trailers, Forklifts & Skid Steers, Army Trucks(6x6), Support, Shop Equipment, Tools and Tires.
6. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, August 29, Opens- Monday, August 19: LANCASTER (Columbus), OHIO: Large Quantity Late Model 53ft. to 48ft. Van Trailers.
7. VIRTUAL: Thursday, August 29: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, John Deere, Case Construction Equipment, Attachments, Support, Trailers and Trucks.
8. 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.
9. LIVE: Saturday, September 14: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Large Rental Fleet Construction Utility Equipment Auction (Primarily Cat). Motor Graders, Crawler Tractors, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity of Support.
10. 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.
11,12. 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.
13. LIVE: Thursday, September 26: AUBURN, MAINE: Major, Large Job Completion Auction. Very Late Model Aggregate & Construction Equipment, Trucks & Trailers. Cone Crushers, Screening Plants, Conveyors, Cat D8T(nice), Cat 349EL(nice), JD 470GLC, Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Forklifts, Light Plants, Truck Tractors (Peterbilt), 75T Lowboy Trailer, Support and Attachments. HIGHLIGHTS: Kleeman Cone Crusher, Kleeman Jaw Crusher, Kleeman Mobile Screen, Kleeman Screen, 2019 Linkbelt 250-4 Long Reach, (2)2018 Bell B30E, Hyundai HX210AL, 2020 Volvo ECR140, 2018 Case 245, Cat D11N, Cat D6H, JD 437E Log Loader.
14. LIVE: Friday, September 27: NORTHERN VERMONT: One Owner Retirement Dispersal Auction. Late Model Aggregate (Crushers & Screening Plants), and Construction Equipment, Trucks of all kinds and Support. HIGHLIGHTS: Kleeman Cone Crusher, Kleeman Jaw Crusher, Kleeman Mobile Screen, Kleeman Screen, 2019 Linkbelt 250-4 Long Reach, (2)2018 Bell B30E, Hyundai HX210AL, 2020 Volvo ECR140, 2018 Case 245, Cat D11N, Cat D6H, JD 437E Log Loader.
15. LIVE: Tuesday, October 1: GREENVILLE (Fort Worth), TEXAS: Highlights Include Late Model Cat, John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Aggregate, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support. (30)Late Model Pickup Truck Tractors, Service Trucks, (15)Late Model Tagalong Trailers. HIGHLIGHTS: (4)2022 JD 1255, (3)2019 JLG 642(cab, air), (3)2022 JD 750L, (4)2022 JD 650K, 2021 Linkbelt 210X4LR, 2019 Kobelco SK260LR10, 2020 Cat 320, (2)2019 Linkbelt 300X4, (5)2021 Linkbelt 245X4, (2)2023 Linkbelt 145X4, (2)2023 Kobleco SK140SRLC-7, (15)Cat, Takeuchi Skid Steers.
16. 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.
17. LIVE: Thursday, October 10: ACME, PENNSYLVANIA: Late Model Construction Equipment, Aerials, Forklifts, Trucks Trailers, Support and Attachments.
18. LIVE: Friday, October 11: CLEVELAND, OHIO: Company is Sold. Late Model Mack, Peterbilt, Kenworth Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, Cement Mixer Trucks, Dump Trailers, Pickup & Service Trucks.
19. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, October 17, Opens- Monday, October 7: HOLBROOK (Long Island), NEW YORK: One Owner Retirement Auction. One of the Premier Fabrication Shops in the Northeast (It's Huge). Plus Small Quantity Construction Equipment and Trucks.
20. LIVE: Friday, October 25: ALIQUIPPA, PENNSYLVANIA: Major Job Completions of Late Model Construction, Earthmoving Equipment, All Types Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
21. 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.
22. LIVE: Saturday, November 9: NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK: Large Rental Return Agricultural & Construction Equipment Auction. Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Large Quantity Support and Tools.
23. TIMED: Closes- Saturday, November 30, Opens- Wednesday, November 20: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Equipment Auction. Large Quantity Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Light Plants, Utility Vehicles Plus Skid Steers, Generators, Support Equipment from the Largest Rental Fleet in the USA. Plus Large Quantity of Attachments, New & Used Trailers.
24. LIVE: Thursday, November 21: SARDIS, OHIO: Secured Creditor Auction. Rental Fleet Construction, Utility Equipment, Support, All Types of Trucks and Trailers.
25. LIVE: Friday, December 27: GREENWICH (Albany), NEW YORK: Large Rental Return Auction. Very Late Model Agricultural & Construction Equipment, Utility Equipment, Forklifts, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Air Compressors, Generators, Welders, All Types of Trucks, Trailers, Very Large Quantity New & Used Attachments and Tools.
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
26. SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Rental Returns of Construction & Utility Equipment, Plus Beautiful Piece of Real Estate with Large Building.
27. SARATOGA, NEW YORK: Retirement. Complete Liquidation. It's Big. HIGHLIGHTS: JD 650KLGP(winch, 200hrs.), JD 450J, Linkbelt 350X4LC, 2021-2019 Linkbelt 75, Like New Kubota 97, (2)Cranes: Grove 540E, Grove RT525B, (2)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.
28,29. 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.
30. TIMED: CENTRAL NEW YORK: Estate Auction. Gentleman's Farm and all Related Equipment. Late Model Trucks, Cars, Collectibles, Wood Working Shop and much more.
31. LIVE: CLEVELAND, OHIO: Very Large Truck Tractor, Dump Truck, Concrete Mixer Truck, Equipment & Van Trailers, Straight Trucks, MultiContainer Trailer, Office Trailers, Forklifts and Support.
32. LIVE: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Skid Steers, Support, Attachments, Trucks, Trailers, Office Trailers and more.
33. TIMED: 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.
Online Timed Auction
Excavators Become Vital Component for Marine Contractor
dangerous than other types of construction with the exception of marine contracting having the added risk of drowning.”
Family Ties
The “C” in G & C Marine Services is Gary’s son, Charlie. When talking about his son, Gary chuckled and said “It might be his business now. He pretty much runs everything. I think he might have fired me.”
Besides managing the projects and working with the crew, one of Charlie’s primary responsibilities is the operation of the excavators, both from the shore and aboard the barge.
When the company was founded, excavators were not a part of the picture. The company used a drop hammer with a fixed set of weights aboard the barge to drive the piles. Over the years, the drop hammers have been replaced with hydraulic excavators.
“The excavators were a big step forward for us compared to the old system,” Charlie said. “The excavators take less room on the barge, they are more stable, they are faster and safer, thus lowering our insurance costs.”
The company does keep a 75-ton telecrawler crane in its fleet for the occasional project that requires driving piles that are too long to be handled by the excavators but primarily uses it for the loading and unloading of the barges.
Brand, Dealer Loyalty
As the primary operator of the company’s excavator fleet, Charlie has become quite attached to John Deere and W.I. Clark.
unload, place, drive and extract pilings. The unique design helps the operator overcome obstacles such as low overhead clearance and narrow passageways.
The second project being constructed just down the shoreline from the first project is the construction of a 37-ft.-long supported pier with a 35-ft.-long gangway that leads to an 8ft. by 20-ft. floating dock. The total structure is approximately 90 ft. long.
This project requires the use of G & C Marine’s barge, which has a Hitachi excavator that also was purchased from W.I. Clark, on board for the driving of the piles.
Gary Wetmore has spent his lifetime making his living from the sea, either harvesting from it or completing construction projects on it. When asked for his observation on how the ocean waters in the Norwalk area have changed over the course of his lifetime he responded, “The sea level has not changed at all in my lifetime, but two things have dramatically changed. The water temperature has increased just enough to change the fish and sea life that inhabit the area. As mentioned earlier, some species have traveled out of the area because the water is too warm. The primary example being the lobsters. However, other species have moved in. The black sea bass, which is a highly sought after seafood, used to only be harvestable in the mid-Atlantic coastal regions. Today, it is one of the species of fish that we have built our commercial fishery around.
“The other change is the severity and frequency of the storms that hit the area. Twenty years ago, a storm with enough impact to create shoreline flooding would have only occurred once or twice a year. Today, it is something that we deal with on nearly a monthly basis.”
When asked about the safety challenges of marine construction, Gary said, “I don’t believe our work is any more
“Every experience that we’ve had with John Deere and W.I. Clark has been positive,” he said. “Even some of our boats operate on John Deere engines and they have proven to be very reliable. We’ve never really had any complaints with the John Deere product and our dealer, W.I. Clark, has been a significant part of our satisfaction with John Deere excavators.
“Carl Roderick [W.I. Clark sales representative] has been essential in the sales process by putting deals together and matching our application needs with the right John Deere machine. He has taken a strong interest in our business and understands our needs. Our most recent purchase of the John Deere 245 is a great example. The 245 is a reduced tail swing machine and it fits perfectly into our needs on the barge. Because of the nature of the machine’s design, it takes up less space and is much more stable. This design gives us more options as far as what we load on the barge and how we load it.
“The John Deere 245’s hydraulic system has really been a big step forward for us. We run a pretty wide assortment of attachments depending on the project. Some of these attachments have different hydraulic flow specifications than others.
“John Deere’s new hydraulic system and monitoring system have been a big plus for us. It used to be a major challenge to change the hydraulic flows for the use of one attachment versus another one with different specs. The time involved in making the change made it almost impractical to change attachments from one excavator to another. With John Deere’s new in-cab hydraulic monitoring system I can change the direction of hydraulic flow and hydraulic pressures. The monitor allows us to set up specific flows and pressures for various attachments and identify those attachments by name in the monitor. In other words, if we have seven different attachments with seven different hydraulic specifications, they can be tagged and identified in the
hydraulic monitor, and I can change flows to go from one attachment to another without ever getting out of the cab.
“The John Deere 245 also has three hydraulic pumps instead of two. It really makes a difference in the hydraulic flow and power, particularly when swinging the boom. The configuration of the John Deere 245 has an added bonus of adding four feet of boom height. It’s not that the boom is actually any longer, but with a reduced tail swing machine the boom is mounted higher on the machine and lifts more vertically than comparable size machines versus raising at a 45-degree angle. The end result is a higher boom reach, which makes it much easier to drive our longer piles. These are the types of features that Carl Roderick has been an important part of identifying for us.”
Another important part of G & C Marine Services’ satisfaction with W.I. Clark is its product support.
“As an example, W.I. Clark gave us a product support specialist named Chuck Bakutis. Chuck is responsible for training us on how to operate the machine and answering any questions that we have about some of the special features. He has been here a couple of times to keep us up to speed, but he is also easily accessible by phone any time I need him. He was particularly helpful when we loaned out our mini-excavator and it ended up getting tipped over. He was critical in
sure the machine was quickly operational again.” For more information, visit www.wiclark.com and www.gandcmarineservices.com. CEG
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G & C Marine is working on the construction of a 37ft.-long supported pier with a 35-ft.-long gangway that leads to an 8-ft. by 20-ft. floating dock.
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The John Deere excavator drives the steel “H” piles with the assistance of a Hercules model SP50 side grip pile driver, one of two Hercules pile drivers owned by G & C Marine.
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