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8 NYC COMPLETES PHASE II OF $51M BROAD CHANNEL PROJECT
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completion of a $51 million
project that raised streets, installed new storm sewers and reconstructed bulkheads in Broad Channel, Queens.
12 NATIONAL ATTACHMENTS CELEBRATES ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY
National Attachments, headquartered in Gorham, Maine, recently celebrated its 35th anniversary by inviting local and out-of-area customers to visit the headquarters, explore hundreds of attachments and enjoy some food.
16 MORE THAN 1,400 ATTEND NYS HIGHWAY & PUBLIC WORKS EXPO
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo was held Oct. 23, 2024, at the New York State Fairgrounds Expo Center. This year’s show boasted a strong attendance of 1,400.
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CHADWICK-BAROSS DEBUTS NEW PONSSE SCORPION GIANT
Logging contractors and forestry operators from across New England recently gathered for an exclusive demo event hosted by Chadwick-BaRoss, where they spotted the highly anticipated “Scorpion Giant” in the Maine woods.
22 TOTAL WRECKING & ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLETES MAJOR DEMOLITION
Total Wrecking & Environmental announced the completion of its demolition project: the decontamination and demolition of the former McKee Run Generating Station in Dover, Del.
36 VOTERS APPROVE $41B FOR STATE, LOCAL TRANSPORTATION INVESTMENT
Voters Nov. 5 approved 77 percent of 370 state and local ballot initiatives that are expected to generate $41.4 billion in new and renewed funding for roads, bridges, trails and rails, according to initial results ARTBA compiled.
80 W.VA. KICKS OFF $58M KING COAL HIGHWAY PROJECT
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice was in Bluefield on Nov. 4 to help kick off the $58 million construction of a 2.5-mi. stretch of the King Coal Highway, connecting the community of Littlesburg to the Mercer County Airport.
88 BIZ LANDS $1.1B CONTRACT TO DIG TUNNEL IN CATSKILLS
In late July, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) broke ground on its $1.9 billion Kensico to Eastview tunneling and facilities upgrade project in the Westchester County town of Mt. Pleasant.
92 NIAGARA FALLS STATE PARK’S ‘CROW’S NEST’ WALKWAY EXTENSION TO BEGIN
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled plans Aug. 27 to begin a $9 million construction on the extension of the “Crow’s Nest” at Niagara Falls State Park, north of Buffalo.
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MDOT SHA HOLDS ANNUAL ‘SNOW SHOW’ IN HAGERSTOWN
October marks time for the annual “Snow Show” for the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) District 6. This year, it took place in Hagerstown on Oct. 24, 2024.
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CONEXPO-CON/AGG OPENS CALL FOR 2026 SPEAKERS, TOPICS
ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026 announced the opening of online submissions for speakers, educational topics and session proposals as part of its education offering at the show, March 3 to 7, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
105 LYNCHBURG OFFICIALS, CLARK WATER BREAK GROUND ON PUMP STATION
On Oct. 29, Guy F. Atkinson Construction and Clark Water broke ground alongside city of Lynchburg officials on the LYHBeyond, the Blackwater CSO Tunnel project. 107 VOLVO CE CITES OVERALL GOOD MARGINS IN Q3 2024 EARNINGS
Lower volumes in Europe and North America for the third quarter — when compared to the very high levels of last year — have caused a drop in overall net sales for Volvo CE.
110 DEUTZ CORPORATION OPENS NEW POWER CENTER IN ASHLAND, VA.
Deutz Corporation has expanded its Power Center network with the addition of Deutz Power Center Mid-Atlantic at 11089 Leadbetter Road in Ashland, Va., serving Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland. 117 BRANDT LAUNCHES ITS HIGH-OUTPUT HYDROVAC IN U.S. MARKETS
In response to the increasing need for hydrovacs that combine full-sized capacity with maneuverability and precision, Brandt Industries has released its hydrovacs to contractors across the United States.
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NYC Completes Phase II of $51M Broad Channel Project
The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), the NYC Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) and the NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) announced the completion of a $51 million infrastructure project that raised streets, installed new storm sewers and reconstructed bulkheads in Broad Channel, Queens.
The project, which DDC managed for DEP and DOT, was completed on schedule and $4 million under budget.
The neighborhood is surrounded by Jamaica Bay and is one of the lowest-lying areas in the city, susceptible to storms and regular tidal flooding. In August 2020 the city completed phase one, a similar project, at a cost of $46 million.
“The residents of Broad Channel regularly experience firsthand what it’s like to be on the front lines of our changing climate,” said DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala. “On one of the lowest-lying areas in the city and surrounded by Jamaica Bay, the area often deals with tidal flooding caused by rising sea levels and severe storms. This negatively impacts quality of life, disrupting daily schedules and causing property damage.
“Together with DDC, DOT, local elected officials and community leaders, we have built infrastructure in this area as resilient and strong as its residents. New sewers, catch basins, bulwarks and raised roads will work together to drain the water away from the roadways, and protect homes and businesses.”
“It is more important than ever that we protect against the threats of climate change, particularly in communities like Broad Channel that are uniquely vulnerable to future storms and flooding,” said NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. “It has been our pleasure to collaborate with DEP and DDC to better manage rainwater here while making the area safer for all road users.”
“DDC builds cool stuff all over the city and Broad Channel phases one and two are more examples of innovative projects that help manage the effects of climate change,” said DDC Commissioner Thomas Foley. “This project, which was recognized with an Envision Award from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure, also was completed on schedule and $4 million under budget, money that can be put toward more sustainable infrastructure. Thank you to the remarkable DDC team for wrapping up construction with minimal disruption to the neighborhood.”
the newly installed storm sewers.
The project also enhanced safety for pedestrians and drivers by upgrading pedestrian ramps, curbs, street lighting, signage and traffic signals. A new shared sidewalk design similar to phase one allows narrow streets to work as both vehicle pathways and wider pedestrian areas with flushed curbs to better manage rainwater. Roadway surfaces were enhanced by using specially scored, pigmented walkways to improve the durability of rigid concrete sidewalks.
In total, one acre of asphalt plus 31,000 sq. ft. of sidewalk was replaced in the area, and nearly 17,000 sq. ft. of new sidewalks were installed. To enhance fire protection, 14 fire hydrants were replaced and two new hydrants were installed.
In 2023, the project received an Envision Verified Award for its sustainability features from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI). The project was cited by ISI for improving quality of life, stakeholder relations, teamwork and collaboration, evaluating climate resilience and enhanced infrastructure integration.
To manage stormwater, more than 3,000 ft. of new storm sewers were installed.
Approximately 3,500 ft. of water mains and
As with phase one, the project raised roads by approximately 3 ft. and reconstructed more than 140 residential driveway areas to match the elevation of the new raised streets. Four new bulkheads were installed at the end of streets to protect them from the waters of Jamaica Bay.
over 3,000 ft. of sanitary sewers also were upgraded. Eight catch basins were replaced and 12 new catch basins were installed in the middle of the roads to divert water away from the properties and into the bay through
“Few communities in New York City are more vulnerable to climate change and tidal flooding than Broad Channel,” said Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. “As sea levels rise and storms become more frequent, this $51 million project to make this community more resilient is critical to the health and safety of families who call it home. From raised streets to new storm
Map shows Phase I (blue) and Phase II (red) of Broad Channel infrastructure project, where streets were raised and private properties, including residential driveways, were restored to match the level of the new raised streets.
The project continues a shared sidewalk design that was first implemented in phase one, with new storm sewers, curbs, pedestrian ramps, signage and crosswalks.
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National Attachments Celebrates Its 35th Anniversary
National Attachments’ world headquarters is located at Old Canal Way, Gorham, Maine.
National Attachments, headquartered in Gorham, Maine, recently celebrated its 35th anniversary by inviting local and out-of-area customers to visit the headquarters, explore hundreds of attachments on display and enjoy a variety of food from local food trucks.
The event’s main attraction was a live broadcast by Howie Carr, a nationally recognized conservative radio talk show host.
During the event, Construction Equipment Guide (CEG) interviewed Scott Guimond, the founder of National Attachments, about the company’s 35-year journey.
CEG: When and how did you start?
Guimond: I started the company in 1989. I was selling heavy construction equipment for a local dealership, and I was very successful, incorporating modern sales techniques and establishing them as an industrial equipment dealer. Customers would frequently ask me about attachments such as couplers, thumbs and rakes. I saw the potential in attachments early on, realizing the excavator was essentially a base tool.
Scott Guimond is president and founder of National Attachments.
Scott Guimond II is vice president of sales and acquisitions.
Kathy Guimond, CFO of National Attachments, processes a package of NYE demolition tools.
Lou Sawyer, shop foreman, oversees the installation of an OMEF hydraulic tree shear on a Yanmar excavator.
More Than 1,400 Attend NYS Highway & Public Works Expo
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elebrating its 30th anniversary, the N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo was held Oct. 23, 2024, at the New York State Fairgrounds Expo Center.
This year’s show boasted a strong attendance of 1,400 representatives of highway departments, public works officials, DOT officials, as well as managers of parks and recreation facilities and road maintenance contractors. Exhibitors included manufacturers and distributors of road building, earthmoving and highway maintenance equipment, as well as every item highway superintendents and public works commissioners could ever need to maintain the various properties and facilities that fall under their domain.
With the overwhelming success of this year’s show, exhibit space at next year’s event is sure to be in short supply, so make your plans now by contacting Teddy McKeon 215/260-8709, tmckeonjr@cegltd.com, or Kent Hogeboom 518/221-5159, khogeboom@cegltd.com; or log on to www.superintendentsprofile.com/nys-expo.
The NYS Highway & Public Works Expo is solely owned and produced by the Superintendent’s Profile, a monthly trade publication, which has proudly been serving the New York State highway and public works industry since 1976. CEG
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A record 130 exhibitors packed the New York State Fairgrounds Expo Center.
Each year, the N.Y.S. Highway & Public Works Expo provides a barbecue lunch.
Oliver Smithson of Frankfort, N.Y., takes a turn at the controls of a Cat loader on display with Milton Cat.
Congratulations to Bruce Way (L), highway superintendent of the town of Pompey, who was the grand prize winner of Buffalo Bills tickets, presented by Teddy McKeon, show manager.
Congratulations to West Ahose (R), water/sewer superintendent of the town of Interlaken, who was the grand prize winner of NASCAR tickets to Watkins Glen International Racetrack, presented by Show Manager Teddy McKeon.
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Chadwick-BaRoss Debuts New Ponsse Scorpion Giant
Logging contractors and forestry operators from across New England recently gathered for an exclusive demo event hosted by Chadwick-BaRoss, where they spotted the highly anticipated “Scorpion Giant” in the Maine woods.
Making its first public appearance in the region, the Ponsse Scorpion Giant impressed the crowd with its power and precision, tackling the toughest logging tasks with ease.
Designed for larger trees and rugged terrain, the Scorpion Giant impressed attendees with its cutting-edge features. Notably, there is already a quote in process for selling New England’s first unit to a customer who attended the event.
“We were thrilled to host this event and give the New England logging community a firsthand look at the Scorpion Giant’s capabilities,” said Cole Leavitt, Northern director at Chadwick-BaRoss. “The excitement from attendees reinforces our belief that this machine will make a real impact in the forestry industry.”
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The Scorpion Giant is the newest member of the Scorpion family, designed to fill the gap between the Scorpion King and Bear in the Ponsse harvester line-up. Living up to its name, the Giant boasts a larger frame, giving it the ability to handle bigger loads and more demanding harvesting tasks with greater speed and efficiency, according to the manufacturer. Its advanced harvester heads, such as the H8, adjust feed speed based on tree species and stem diameter, making it highly productive in various conditions. The redesigned cabin enhances operator comfort with improved visibility and ergonomics. This combination of size, power and versatility makes the Scorpion Giant a game-changer in challenging terrains and high-volume logging operations alike.
The event, which took place in Osborn, Maine, included live equipment demonstrations, discussions with the Chadwick-BaRoss sales team, creating an engaging and informative experience for all in attendance. Participants were able to gain insights into how the Scorpion Giant can optimize logging operations, boost efficiency and improve overall safety.
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Total Wrecking & Environmental Completes Major Demolition
Total Wrecking & Environmental (TWE), a leader in industrial demolition and environmental services, announced the completion of its latest high-stakes demolition project: the decontamination and demolition of the former McKee Run Generating Station in Dover, Del.
The McKee Run Generating Station, a former 136-megawatt power plant owned by the city of Dover, was a notable feature of the Dover landscape for decades and involved a huge variety of structures, including boilers, stacks, support buildings, cooling towers and other ancillary equipment spread over approximately 23.5 acres.
The facility, which ceased operations in June 2021, was a significant contributor to the regional electric grid, especially during peak summer months.
Total Wrecking’s project scope involved the meticulous removal of all equipment and structures, including the main power block building, boilers, stacks and various support buildings, as well as the abatement of hazardous materials such as asbestos, PCBs, oil and other regulated substances. In addition, Total Wrecking carefully managed the remediation of all residual soil contamination to comply with environmental regulations.
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The project timeline was estimated to be between 10 to 14 months, during which
Total Wrecking employed advanced demolition and remediation techniques and fully proprietary equipment to ensure safety and efficiency every step of the way.
A critical aspect of this project was Total Wrecking’s commitment to recycling and sustainability, which will greatly extend the lifecycle of the former plant’s equipment with thousands of tons of scrap metal and tens of thousands of pounds of copper recycled, alongside the resale of pumps and motors. This approach not only minimizes environmental impact but also greatly contributes to
A critical aspect of this project was Total Wrecking & Environmental’s commitment to recycling and sustainability.
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The project timeline was estimated to be between 10 to 14 months, during which Total Wrecking employed advanced demolition and remediation techniques and fully proprietary equipment to ensure safety and efficiency every step of the way. Total Wrecking’s demolition experts also placed a high priority on noise and dust control to mitigate any impacts on nearby residential areas and other sensitive locations around the site.
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National Attachments Founder Discusses Company History
ANNIVERSARY from page 12
CEG: Would it be fair to say it was time for excavators to be used like a Swiss Army knife?
Guimond: Exactly. I saw people struggling to do more with just a bucket or using wrecking balls to take down buildings, which wasted time and efficiency. I saw the potential for tremendous growth in the attachments industry and I felt strongly that there was great opportunity if I focused my attention on that aspect of the equipment market.
CEG: You’re probably best known for the Nye product. How did that relationship begin?
Guimond: I found them in a small ad with a picture of a heavy-duty excavator bucket, painted red. It was instantly clear that this attachment was unique. I called Nye to see if they had any U.S. representation — they didn’t. So, I introduced them to the U.S. market.
CEG: Was Nye your first product offering?
Guimond: We were about two years old when I found
Nye. I quickly realized that their products were high-quality, hand-made and extremely durable. We built a relationship to grow both our brands in the U.S., with us having exclusive rights.
CEG: Did Nye offer concrete pulverizers at that time?
Guimond: No, they were mainly making buckets and grapples. We saw market potential and collaborated to develop what became the digital pulverizer and the stump harvester. A client of Mark Nye, president of Nye, needed a pulverizer with a ripper to grab expansion joints in large struc-
tures, so we innovated together.
CEG: So, you helped Nye develop the stump harvester?
Guimond: Yes, they had no concept of a stump harvester initially. We introduced the design, and today, Nye’s stump harvester is one of the most efficient, durable tools for land clearing. It excavates stumps, clears dirt and rock, and can load into a grinder. It’s the Swiss Army knife of land clearing.
see ANNIVERSARY page 96
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Scott Guimond (R) joins Howie Carr’s live remote broadcast.
Scott Guimond (L), president and founder of National Attachments, greets customers with Howie Carr, conservative radio talk show host.
Gabe Guimond is vice president of demolition and recycling attachments.
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Voters Approve $41B for State, Local Transportation Investment
Voters Nov. 5 approved 77 percent of 370 state and local ballot initiatives that are expected to generate $41.4 billion in new and renewed funding for roads, bridges, trails and rails, according to initial results the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) compiled.
Some revenue will be available immediately through bond agreements, while most will be generated through sales, property, or other taxes collected gradually over decades.
Transportation funding measures tracked by ARTBA’s Transportation Investment Advocacy Center (TIAC) appeared on ballots in at least 25 states, with 23 states approving at least one statewide or local question.
Among the key outcomes:
• Washington state: Voters chose to keep the state’s carbon credit market, a portion of which is used for its transportation budget on projects to improve transit, electrify ferries, advance high-speed rail and for initiatives to improve pedestrian safety.
• California: Voters rejected a statewide measure lowering the threshold required to pass local bonds and special taxes from 66.67 percent voter approval to 55 percent voter approval. This would have eased the burden on counties, cities and towns seeking revenue to maintain and improve roads, bridges, trails and related infrastructure.
“The support for these ballot measures during one of the most consequential national election cycles in modern history proves that transportation investment continues to transcend partisan politics,” said TIAC Senior Director of State Funding Policy Carolyn Kramer Simons. “Voters from all parties and geographic areas agree on the need to invest in roads, bridges, and transit infrastructure.”
• South Carolina: Four out of nine counties renewed or enacted a local sales tax for transportation purposes, approving $11.7 billion in funding for roads, bridges, and transit.
• Arizona: Voters renewed a half-cent transportation sales tax, which will generate $14.9 billion in revenue for two more decades.
• Nashville: Voters approved $3.1 billion for the city’s transit system, sidewalks, and roads after overwhelmingly supporting a half-cent sales tax increase.
For details, visit www.artba.org.
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Contractor Employs Cold Recycling Train With Vögele Paver
The project was to renew the agricultural road near the Dutch village of Ferwert quickly and economically using low-emission machinery.
The contractors decided to use the in-place cold recycling method, preparing the reclaimed material on site immediately and then reuses it for the paving process. They used a tried and tested combination of Wirtgen Group machines: the W 240 CRi cold recycler from Wirtgen and the new SUPER 2100-5i Highway Class paver from Vögele.
The environmental performance of road construction projects is becoming more and more of a focus. In-place cold recycling has become established as a resource-saving technique which also delivers economic benefits as a result of the time and expense saved.
The Dutch companies KWS and Freesmij opted for this rehabilitation method on the 0.8 mi. long and 10.2 ft. wide asphalt road near the village of Ferwert. The paving crew used the Wirtgen Group cold recycling train to mill off the existing asphalt layer and also to prepare the material on site (also called “in situ” or “in-place”) and make a new base course of bitumen-stabilized material (BSM) by mixing in binders and other aggregates.
“In-place cold recycling is the response to the ecological and economic demands of modern road construction,” said Raymond van de Stadt, managing director asphalt at primary contractor KWS.
“In just two days, we renewed the entire stretch of road using 100 percent recycled material, thereby significantly reducing CO₂ emissions and, of course, saving time and costs compared to conventional methods.”
Another benefit of cold recycling was key in this application on a narrow agricultural road: the entire recycling train takes up the width of just one lane. To rehabilitate the 10.2 ft. wide road in one pass, the team first used a W 100 Fi compact milling machine from Wirtgen to pre-mill at a width of 3 ft. and a depth of 5.9 in.
This was followed by the cold recycling train, consisting of water and bitumen tank wagons, the Wirtgen W 240 CRi cold recycler and the new SUPER 2100-5i large paver from Vögele. As this process prepares the reclaimed material in situ and uses it for the paving process immediately, both the recycler and the paver had to achieve a high output.
The W 240 CRi can produce up to 882 tons of material
an hour at a maximum pave width of 7.7 ft., while the SUPER 2100-5i can take up to 22 tons of material with an extra material hopper and pave up to 1,213 tons per hour.
On the job site in Ferwert, the cold recycler milled out the old road material to a depth of 5.9 in. in one pass, and in the mixing chamber prepared the material to form homogeneous BSM by adding foamed bitumen using an integrated Vario spray bar.
The W 240 CRi then transferred the material to the following Vögele paver, which paved the 5.9 in. high base course at a speed of around 13.1 ft. per minute. After completion of the recycling work, the SUPER 2100-5i sealed the base course with a 1.6 in. thick asphalt surface course.
The contractors relied on environmentally-friendly technologies, both for the machines used and for the rehabilitation process itself. The Vögele large paver of the new “Dash 5” generation features a particularly sustainable drive concept, for example: with a 6-cylinder John Deere engine, the SUPER 2100-5i meets European exhaust emissions standard stage 5 and still achieves 178 kW at 1,700 rpm, even in ECO mode.
The intelligent engine management system and Vögele EcoPlus optimized low-emissions package also reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions by up to 25 percent. The splitter gearbox, the controlled hydraulic oil temperature circuit, the energy-optimized tamper stroke and the speed-controlled fan all contribute to the reduction.
Another new feature of the “Dash 5” pavers — the updated material handling control system — also was beneficial in
terms of the environmental performance and quality of the construction project. The auger and conveyors now communicate with one other, ensuring that material feed is even more consistent and precisely coordinated. This avoids load peaks, saves fuel, enables an optimum head of mix, and so uninterrupted paving.
The new hydraulically extendable limiting plate for the auger tunnel, called the Power Tunnel, additionally ensured an optimum material height in front of the AB 500 TV extending screed used on the job site.
Equipped with tamper bar and vibrator compacting systems, the screed also achieves a high degree of pre-compaction. With the hydraulic tamper stroke adjustment, the paving team was able to adjust the tamper stroke at the touch of a button from 0.16 in. to 0.32 in., optimally setting it within seconds for paving the base course and then the surface course. This significantly shortens set-up times compared to mechanical adjustment. The adjustment method also ensured optimum pre-compaction, good screed floating behavior, and consequently an ideal paving result.
After only two days, the entire 0.8 mi. stretch of road was completely rehabilitated. This successful test run convinced the contractors of the economic and environmental benefits of the method. The resource-saving use of material, the high quality of the prepared material, the reduced transportation required and the drop in CO₂ emissions — as well as rehabilitation in one pass — make a significant contribution to greater climate protection and efficiency in road construction. For more information, visit wirtgen-group.com.
The Wirtgen W 240 CRi cold recycler transfers the prepared material by conveyor to the Vögele SUPER 2100-5i paver, which paves it immediately.
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The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) announced Glenn Eder as the 2024 winner of the HartmannHirschman-Egan Award. This award recognizes individuals or organizations for unparalleled commitment, dedication, participation and leadership in the concrete pavement community.
Eder retired from infrastructure product supplier American Highway in 2022. From 1986 to 1998 he owned and was the president of Contractors Steel & Accessories, located in the Chicago suburbs. After his company was purchased by Ersco Corporation in 1998, he served as the vice president and division manager of paving supplies until 2007.
Eder went on to work for another load transfer manufacturer, Block Heavy & Highway, from 2007 until 2011, when that company was acquired by Dayton Superior. Eder made his name within the Dayton Superior organization from 2011 to 2015, where he served as the sales manager of paving products.
In 2015 he transitioned from Dayton Superior to JC Supply, growing its business as the vice president of marketing and business development until JC supply was purchased by American Highway in December 2020. In 2021, Eder took over the role of vice president of technical sales.
“Glenn was a valued member of the
ACPA board of directors for many years and is considered a trusted advisor and friend. Once again, the members have chosen to honor a gentleman and a legend in our industry,” said Laura O’Neill Kaumo, president and CEO of the American Concrete Pavement Association.
“The more than 40 years of contribution, value, and fantastic personality that Glenn has brought to the entire concrete paving industry make him more than deserving of this award. Glenn and I worked together at different times across our careers, my first interaction with him being at Ersco, where I was his salesman from Dayton Superior. Throughout my career I have considered Glenn a mentor, and our business relationship has grown into a personal friendship,” said Ron Meskis, CEO, American Highway.
The Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award award was first presented in 1968. At that time, it was named in honor of Harold W. Hartmann, the Association’s secretary-treasurer from 1964 until 1974. In 1987, Robert E. Hirschman’s name was added in recognition of his term as the association’s chairman (then president) in 1967, as well as his tenure as secretary-treasurer from 1975 to 1987. In 2007, the name of Edward A. Egan was added for his service as ACPA’s chairman in 1986, as well as secretary-treasurer from 1988 to 2007.
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CIM Seeks Donations for Auction During World of Concrete in Las Vegas in 2025
The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program — a business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management — is seeking donations for its 2025 CIM Auction to be held at World of Concrete. The auction is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The silent auction will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the live auction begins at 1 p.m.
“The proceeds from the 2025 CIM Auction will benefit the CIM National Steering Committee [NSC] and support the current CIM programs…”
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“The proceeds from the 2025 CIM Auction will benefit the CIM National Steering Committee [NSC] and support the current CIM programs at Middle Tennessee State University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Texas State University, California State University – Chico, South Dakota State University, and the Executive MBA program, as well as help fund scholarships,” said Ben Robuck, chairman of the CIM Auction committee.
Once again, the CIM Auction organizers are hoping for a record event in 2025. According to CIM Marketing Committee Chairman Brian Gallagher, the 2024 auction was a tremendous success, raising more than $1.80 million in gross revenue.
“The annual CIM Auction is a critical funding mechanism for the CIM NSC,” said Gallagher. “We’ve been blessed with tremendous support from the concrete indus-
try and the World of Concrete Show Management has been an amazing partner.”
World of Concrete exhibits are open from Jan. 21 to 23 and seminars run Jan. 20 to 23.
Last year’s auction items included two concrete mixer trucks, a concrete pump, a laser screed and much more. Other donated items included cement, fly ash, aggregate, concrete saws, drills, safety equipment, training sessions, reference books and software subscriptions, sports travel packages, golf and vacation travel packages and much more.
Those interested in donating to the auction should contact CIM Auction Committee Chairman Ben Robuck at 404/4566867 or ben.robuck@cemex.com.
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Heavy Haul Trailers Open New Markets for ALL Crane
ALL was first contacted to provide a 360-ton Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 all-terrain crane to remove the bolt press, when inspiration struck to also offer heavy haul services to transport the 25-ft. by 12-ft. piece to the Illinois factory that purchased the equipment.
When ALL Erection & Crane Rental, flagship branch and member of the ALL Family of Companies, provided heavy lift equipment to dismantle a 170,000-lb. industrial bolt press in Northeast Ohio, it also was able to offer a secondary, value-added service: delivery of that same massive piece of machinery to its destination in Alsip, Ill.
What enabled the transport service was ALL’s recent acquisition of two Faymonville HighwayMAX trailers.
The HighwayMAX is a nine-axle extendable highway trailer with nine hydraulically steered pendle-axles and a legal payload of up to 170,000 lb. (249,000-lb. technical payload). Axle spacing is adjustable by up to 22.5 ft. between each three-axle group, and each axle steers independently at 60 degrees for ultimate maneuverability in tight spaces. All axles are liftable.
“We initially purchased the trailers to haul tracks for two of our own newly acquired crawler cranes, the Liebherr LR 11000 and Liebherr LR 1800,” said Brian Meek, sales representative of ALL. “But we soon realized these trailers could offer something unique to our customers, and perhaps even open new markets for us in heavy haul transport.”
Faymonville is a European company, known for blending heavy industrial manufacturing expertise with technical know-how and cutting-edge technology. Its accompanying software package allows loads and trailer configurations to be planned in advance, much the same way 3-D lift planning for cranes enables ALL to design, plot, and practice lifts in the virtual world.
“We’re able to simulate the load to make sure the axles are carrying an even amount of weight,” said Meek. “Because axle spacing and load limits vary by state, the HighwayMAX provides ultimate flexibility.”
ALL was first contacted to provide a 360ton Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 all terrain crane to remove the bolt press, when inspiration struck to also offer heavy haul services to transport the 25-ft. by 12-ft. piece to the Illinois factory that purchased the equipment.
On the maiden voyage across parts of Ohio, Indiana and Illinois, the load required special permitting and, at times, even police escorts. ALL was already well-versed in arranging these requirements due to decades
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Since that first journey, other heavy-haul jobs have come in to ALL just through word-of-mouth.
“Faymonville trailers are still fairly rare in the U.S.,” said Jimmy Hill, logistics manager of ALL. “Once people see what they’re capable of, they’re interested in trying them out.”
By combining technology with practical development, quality manufacturing, and innovative features, the new trailers offer great versatility, payload capacity, maneuverability and quick mobilization.
This versatility is expected to earn it many fans.
“It will be in demand for transporting large industrial equipment, as well as work at steel mills and wind farms,” said Hill. “For many of our customers, they will find that anywhere they thought they needed a Goldhofer, they can use the HighwayMAX.”
Hill expects the trailers to find many uses for ALL’s new and existing customers.
Because every axle on the Faymonville HighwayMAX steers independently, the resulting tighter turning radius enables it to maneuver in more restricted areas than a traditional trailer, especially one of its size. That makes it a welcome tool within the footprint of plants and refineries.
“We’ll be able to build crawler cranes in even more constricted areas,” said Hill. “It’s also ideal for making multiple onsite moves due to the trailer’s high maneuverability.
The ability to adjust height will also be attractive to plant managers.”
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Felling Conducts Auction to Benefit ‘Backing the Blue Line’
Felling Trailers Inc. conducted its 12th annual online auction of an FT-3 drop deck utility trailer to benefit a non-profit organization: Backing the Blue Line.
A winning bid of $6,650.00 won the auction that ended the evening of Sept. 11th. The bid winner is a follower and dedicated supporter of the annual Trailer for a Cause auctions, Joe Welch of Caledonia, Minn.
Welch, a construction and farm equipment dealer, has followed Felling Trailers’ Trailer for a Cause auctions for several years and was the bid winner in the 2022 auction that benefitted Eagle’s Healing Nest.
“I have followed the Trailer for a Cause auctions for about five years. The organizations the auctions benefit are very good ones. The Felling employees have chosen very good causes to support,” said Welch. “Being able to help with this support is very rewarding for me. We need these guys [law enforcement] out there; anyone that has to go to work with a bulletproof vest needs our support and respect.”
A few weeks after the auction closed, arrangements were made for Welch to come and pick up his new trailer. It will be used a bit for business and pleasure.
“I am very appreciative of the work law enforcement does for us, the sacrifices they make, and the fact that they never know what the next call will bring,” said Welch.
The 2024 Trailer for a Cause FT-3 utility trailer was painted a custom grey with a blue line and the Backing the Blue Line emblem. Suppliers of Felling Trailers had joined in to support Backing the Blue Line by sponsoring the construction of the trailer, from lighting to tires to decking.
The 2024 Trailer for a Cause sponsors are Trans-Texas, PPG, Dexter, Sealco, Peterson, Industrial Wood (Blackwood), Demco, and Pacific Rim. Felling Trailers wants to help generate awareness about the valuable work that Backing the Blue Line does for officers and their families through their various programs and support services. The online auction ran for nine days, from Monday, Sept. 2nd at noon CST through Wednesday, Sept. 11th at noon CST, ending with Welch’s winning bid.
One hundred percent of the $6,650 benefited Backing the Blue Line.
Two weeks after Welch had picked up the 2024 Trailer for a Cause, Backing the Blue Lines’ Gretchen Gifford, VP/executive board of directors, accompanied by her husband, Officer Gifford, and son, made the trip to Sauk Centre to accept the donation check. The Giffords met with Felling Trailers’ Owners Brenda Jennissen and Bonnie Radjenovich to present them with the check for $6,650.
“There are a lot of great organizations out there. It is truly humbling to be the
About Backing the Blue Line: Police Wives of Minnesota
Backing the Blue Line is a locally founded 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Minnesota dedicated to supporting law enforcement officers and their families.
recipient of your fundraiser this year,” said Gretchen Gifford. “It’s been a tough couple of years for the law enforcement community; we’ve had five fallen officers in the last thirteen months. We [Backing the Blue Line] provided blue memorial roses that had been requested for the funeral of an officer who died in the line of duty this past weekend.”
“Speaking with a Minnesota National Guardsman and State Law Enforcement officer’s widow, it was evident the significant support Backing the Blue Line provided her and their son. She said BtBL has been there since day one and continues to provide emotional support, cards on holidays, and
gifts for their son just to show they care,” said Brenda Jennissen, Felling Trailers CEO/president.
“It’s nice to be remembered. We are blessed and fortunate to be able to support them in a way that is meaningful. We are there for all the moments we can be, providing injury baskets when officers are hurt in the line of duty and sending cards on holidays and important dates. We celebrate the good moments too, onesies for members with new babies and events that allow for the meeting and socializing among wives who live and understand our lives, as well as encourage continued relationships and friendships,” said Gifford.
Backing the Blue Line is a locally founded 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Minnesota dedicated to supporting law enforcement officers and their families. It supports the Minnesota law enforcement community by providing resources and support to law enforcement officers and their families and serving as a positive voice in the community.
Additionally, the group offers a forum for law enforcement wives or other women in a long-term committed relationship with a Minnesota law enforcement officer to find and provide hope and support for each other through friendships, networking, discussion and service as they navigate a unique lifestyle. Jennifer Whiteford, the founder of the group, recognized a need for wives to be able to share their experiences with each other.
Current committees include: Community Engagement, Fallen Officer Memorial Rose, Family Support, Marketing, Membership, Social Events, and Wellness. For more information, visit www.backingtheblueline.org and www.felling.com.
(L-R) are Joe Welch, auction winner; Brenda Jennissen, Felling Trailers’ CEO and co-owner; and Bonnie Radjenovich, Felling Trailers’ VP of HR and co-owner.
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1101 Maple Road Elma, NY 14059 716-219-7045
Jersey Rents www.jerseyrents.com
252 Atlantic City Blvd. Bayville, NJ 08721 732-361-4487
Drobach Equipment Rental www.drobach.com
2240 Route 22 E Union, NJ 07083 908-686-0081
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W.Va. Kicks Off $58M King Coal Highway Project; Officials Announce More On Way
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice was in Bluefield on Nov. 4 to help kick off the $58 million construction of a 2.5-mi. stretch of the King Coal Highway, connecting the community of Littlesburg to the Mercer County Airport.
Construction of that section of the four-lane highway is expected to begin next spring. Kanawha Stone Co., in Poca, W. Va., is the general contractor.
At the same event, Justice announced that the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) awarded a building contract to Triton Construction Inc. in St. Albans, W. Va.. for more than $77 million to complete the Kerens to Parsons section of Corridor H/U.S. Highway 48, which includes building the Roaring Run Bridge.
Construction of a 2.5-mi. stretch of the King Coal Highway, connecting the community of Littlesburg to the Mercer County Airport, is expected to begin next spring. Kanawha Stone Co., in Poca, W. Va., is the general contractor.
To the south, the entire four-lane King Coal Highway stretches for approximately 95 mi. through McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wyoming and Wayne counties, along or near the existing U.S. Highway 52 from U.S. 119 near Williamson to Interstate 77 in Bluefield.
According to Justice’s office, the Roads to Prosperity project is helping open southern West Virginia to economic development.
“Years ago, I had a vision for Roads to Prosperity, and it’s taken off in ways I never thought possible,” the governor said. “The King Coal Highway is one of our most crucial projects because it unlocks the potential for southern West Virginia. It sat on the sidelines for 30 years until we had a leader who truly believed in our state and the benefits our roads could bring.
“Today, we’re celebrating another big milestone for the King Coal Highway, with even more projects on the way. We’re not slowing down or taking a backseat — West Virginia is on the move, and we’re going to keep it rolling.”
Seven construction firms provided bids for the highway project at a special bid letting conducted by WVDOH on Sept. 24.
“The governor had three big priorities when he took office — King Coal, the Coalfields Expressway and Corridor H — and we’ve made significant progress on all three,” noted state transportation Secretary Jimmy Wriston at the King Coal Highway groundbreaking. “We’ve also made significant progress in getting through all the bureaucratic hurdles, and there’s still more to be done to streamline those processes.”
Development of the King Coal Highway has been under way since the 1990s, but bogged down for lack of funding before Justice revitalized the project in 2018. A 2-mi. section of the route connecting Airport Road to Interstate 77, a 4-mi. section connecting U.S. 119 to Belo north of Williamson, and a roughly 10-mi. stretch between Red Jacket and Mountain View also are open to traffic.
Additionally, last December, an approximately 3-mi. section from Airport Road to John Nash Boulevard near Bluefield became available for vehicle travel.
Prior to that, Triton Construction was awarded a contract valued at nearly $92 million in July 2023 to extend the existing four-lane highway for about 1.5 mi. from Mountain View and create a connector to the town of Gilbert along Gilbert Creek.
“We’re moving forward on one more section of a road that has languished for decades and decades,” Wriston added. “The people in southern West Virginia deserve this road, which will open up the area for business and make travel safer.”
Justice’s office also noted that an approximately $107 million project to extend the King Coal Highway from Montcalm to Littlesburg is currently in the planning stage.
Roaring Run Bridge Will Complete Key Part of Corridor H
Justice described the separate Roaring Run Bridge construction as “another piece of the puzzle for Corridor H” and a “massive milestone” in the state’s goal of completing the Kerens to Parsons section of the roadway.
“I’ve said it over and over again: Corridor H is the most important project for West Virginia,” he explained. “Celebrating these days feels amazing, and when we finally say that Corridor H is finished, it will be a historic day for West Virginia.”
The stretch of Corridor H between Kerens and Parsons runs through some of the most rugged terrain on the entire route, Justice’s office noted in a news release.
According to Wriston, reaching the point where construction can soon commence on the Roaring Run Bridge came after “many late nights of work and after-hour meetings involved in coordinating with our partners at [the Federal Highway Administration], Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Monongahela National Forest, local leaders, our design consultants and residents of the local communities. With this project now being under way, only two sections remain in achieving the ultimate goal of fully completing Corridor H.”
When Justice became governor in 2017, he made completing Corridor H a priority of his administration. The fourlane highway begins at Weston and travels across central West Virginia to eventually link up with I-81 in Strasburg, Va.
The highway is expected to open some of West Virginia’s most remote areas in Grant, Tucker, and Hardy counties to economic development, connect the state’s highlands with eastern ports, speed travel times through the mountains, and provide a smooth, safe highway for travelers and residents.
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Work Begins On 400,000-Sq.-Ft. Concourse at Dulles in D.C.
John Foster Dulles, an influential secretary of state during the Eisenhower administration. The airport's main terminal was designed by world-renowned Finnish American architect, Eero Saarinen.
Despite the stunning visuals and history of the airport, planners have decided it’s time for an update for IAD. A new 400,000-sq.-ft. concourse will provide room for 14 gates and cost $675 million. The construction will extend into 2026. The new concourse will include amenities like a pet-relief area, concessions, larger seating areas and new restrooms.
“This project is part of our effort to create the airport of the future and to continue providing top-quality service for the traveling public in the years ahead,” MWAA chief executive Jack Potter told board members.
Funds for the project will probably include bonds income from the sale of 424 acres adjacent to Dulles. Airport officials also will seek grants made available to airports through the infrastructure funding signed into law last year. The airport authority has filed an application seeking $230 million from a competitive grant program managed by the Federal Aviation Administration. Airport officials said they also will seek additional funding from other airport-focused grant programs.
Joseph Coratola Jr., design architect supervisor of the Airports Authority, is supervising the project, working closely with Turner Construction. The project is approximately 30 percent complete.
The construction team anticipates needing 13,000 cu. yds. of concrete for the building and 65,000 cu. yds. for the apron paving. The building will require approximately 3,700 tons of steel while 70,000 cu. yds. of soil will be excavated but will remain on the airport property for future use. Concrete that is removed is being recycled and reused as a base for the new apron paving.
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Coratola and his team are using architectural design to build a concourse that will maximize guests’ traveling experience.
“Wide corridors and spacious walkways will allow for smooth and unimpeded movement throughout the space,” he said. “It will be especially beneficial for wheelchair users and individuals with mobility aids. Tactile paving and color-contrasted flooring will enhance wayfinding for individuals with visual impairments, audible cues and signage for guidance and orientation.”
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Seen here is the sector 1 roof steel decking of the concourse structure.
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Biz Lands $1.1B Contract to Dig Tunnel in Catskills to Improve NYC’s Drinking Water
In late July, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) broke ground on its $1.9 billion Kensico to Eastview tunneling and facilities upgrade project in the Westchester County town of Mt. Pleasant, designed to improve the operational flexibility of the drinking water supply for millions of people in the nation’s largest city.
It will represent New York City’s largest water-supply tunneling effort in Westchester County since the 1940s, and its construction will create hundreds of jobs for local laborers, DEP said in a press release.
The centerpiece of the project, known as the KensicoEastview Connection (KEC), will be a 2-mi.-long tunnel between Kensico Reservoir and the Catskill-Delaware Ultraviolet Light Disinfection Facility (CDUV) in Eastview.
The new underground waterway will provide an additional conveyance between these two vital components of the water supply system, giving DEP the ability to take other facilities out of service for periodic maintenance and inspection.
“Creating additional redundancy in our vital water supply system is an essential investment for the long-term resilience of the remarkable feat of engineering that provides more than 9 million New Yorkers with a reliable supply of pristine tap water,” DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala explained last summer. “This project will help us fulfill our commitment to providing consistent and reliable delivery of the highest-quality water to New York City and the growing population centers in Westchester County.”
System’s Water Capacity to Increase With New Tunnels
The first phase of construction includes site preparation at the DEP campus adjacent to Kensico Reservoir, followed by the digging of two large shafts, each 400- to 500-ft.-deep, as well as tunneling between the two shafts, and the addition of several new facilities and upgrades at the Kensico campus.
The new tunnels will increase the system’s capacity enough to allow it to carry as much as 2.6 billion gallons of water each day.
Southern California-based Tutor Perini Corp. a leading civil, building and specialty construction firm, announced Oct. 23 that its subsidiary, Frontier-Kemper Constructors, has been awarded a contract valued at approximately $1.1 billion by DEP for the KEC tunnel project.
The scope of work for Frontier-Kemper, headquartered in Evansville, Ind., with an office in New York City, includes the construction of the new deep-rock tunnel between the reservoir and the CDUV facility.
The tunnel dig is expected to begin in the coming months with substantial completion expected in 2030, Tutor-Perini noted in a statement.
DEP said that all phases of the project are expected to span a 10-year period with the new tunnel coming fully online by 2035.
Contractor Set to Use Tunnel-Boring Machine
Kensico Reservoir is located north of White Plains, N.Y., and is a vital component of New York City’s CatskillDelaware Water Supply System. It currently stores approximately 30 billion gal. of water at full capacity.
DEP draws about 1 billion gal. of drinking water from Kensico Reservoir each day to meet the needs of 8.6 million residents in the five boroughs of New York City and approximately 500,000 residents of Westchester County whose communities are connected to the city system.
As it moves south toward the metropolis, drinking water that leaves Kensico Reservoir is also treated at CDUV.
Frontier-Kemper’s contract calls for the company to construct a pair of new shafts to facilitate the tunnel’s construction and water conveyance, Tunnels and Tunneling reported.
The downtake shaft, KEC Shaft 1C, will be located at the Kensico Campus near the KEC Screen Chamber, while the uptake shaft, KEC Shaft 2C, will be situated at the Eastview Connection Chamber (ECC).
The contractor will utilize a tunnel boring machine to horizontally dig the KEC Tunnel, starting from the KEC Eastview Site and advancing east where it will connect with KEC Shaft 1C.
When finished, the new tunnel will have an inner diameter of approximately 27 ft. and be lined with at least 1.5 ft. of cast-in-place concrete along its entire length.
Additionally, upon its completion, the Kensico-Eastview Connection project will increase the flow of water to the CDUV facility and enhance the DEP’s ability to maintain normal operating levels at the nearby Hillview Reservoir during single-basin operations.
New facilities and sitework at both the reservoir and CDUV are also due to be built.
For example, a century-old intake chamber at Kensico Reservoir will be upgraded and enlarged to draw water into the new tunnel, the reservoir’s shoreline around that intake chamber will be improved to prevent sediment from escaping into the water tunnel, and the Kensico campus will receive utility, grading and drainage overhauls.
In addition, a new screen chamber to remove debris from the water will be built just north of DEP’s main campus at the reservoir, near Columbus Avenue in Valhalla, and the chemical addition systems at Kensico will be improved to ensure for the continued proper treatment of drinking water.
Lastly, DEP plans to construct a connection chamber at the Eastview CDUV to receive water from the new tunnel. Crews working at the site will also take on several projects related to drainage, stormwater, and utility improvements.
Kensico Reservoir was first built in 1915 as part of New York City’s Catskill Water Supply System. The facility was modified in the 1940s to receive water from New York’s Delaware Water Supply System, also in the Catskills. Those two systems — collectively referred to as the CatskillDelaware System — make up the largest unfiltered water supply in the United States.
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The agency also has a robust capital program, with $29 billion in investments planned over the next decade.
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As you grow your business, make sure you have a good depreciation strategy, advises construction accounting software provider CrewCost.
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Bonus depreciation can lower taxable income for the year you purchase and deploy equipment, freeing up capital for operations or even business reinvestment.
A “departure from the traditional depreciation method,” as Volvo Construction Equipment describes it, the rate was 100 percent for several years.
With the phase-out, in 2025 the rate will be 40 percent; in 2026, 20 percent. Starting in 2027 and thereafter, the rate is zero.
“Just remember, a company can take both Section 179 and bonus depreciation allowances, but Section 179 must be applied first,” noted Volvo.
As a result, any qualified property purchased over the set limit of $1,220,000 may then be taken in bonus depreciation.
“So, it’s great for businesses that spend more than the Section 179 spending limit,” said the construction equipment manufacturer.
In Canada, the phase-out period has begun for property that becomes available for use after 2023.
Eric Wallace, CPA of accounting information service CCH, describes the provision as “an additional first-year depreciation allowance.”
He notes that the bonus depreciation rate for qualified property acquired before Sept. 28, 2017, and placed in service before 2018 is 50 percent.
“A taxpayer may elect not to claim bonus depreciation for any class of property,” said Wallace. “The election is made annually on a statement filed with Form 4562, Depreciation and Amortization.”
Also known as special depreciation, or IRC §168(k) depreciation, is technically a depreciation deduction, he said.
“Like other depreciation deductions, it counts toward accumulated depreciation.”
It reduces the basis for purposes of determining gain or loss when an asset is sold and is subject to section 1245 and section 1250 recapture.
There are many nuances, Wallace said.
Bonus depreciation applies to property placed in service after Dec. 31, 2007, and before Jan. 1, 2027.
Qualified Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System MACRS property is property with a recovery period of 20 years or less.
Used property acquired and placed in service after Sept. 27, 2017, also may qualify for bonus depreciation, said Wallace.
“A taxpayer must claim bonus depreciation unless an election out is made,” said Wallace. “Generally, a taxpayer who fails to claim bonus depreciation must file an accounting method change.”
The depreciation amount is the applicable bonus rate and the original cost of the property, reduced by a percentage of certain tax credits claimed on the property and a section 179 allowance.
Bonus Depreciation Versus Section 179
As CCH explains it, taxpayers can claim the section 179 deduction for the cost of most tangible property that is bought for use in a business. The section 179 deduction is an expense allowance on certain qualifying property purchased for use in a business.
Though both rules allow deductions on all or a significant portion of costs, they have numerous important differences, notes CCH:
• Bonus depreciation applies to property used in a trade or business or for production of income.
• Section 179 only applies to property used in an active trade or business.
• Bonus depreciation generally applies to MACRS property that has a recovery period of 20 years or less.
• In the case of section 179, the recovery period does not matter.
• Bonus depreciation may be claimed on real or personal property, i.e. section 1245 or section 1250 property.
• Section 179 only applies to section 1245 property with a limited exception for qualified real property.
• Section 179 claimed on section 1250 property is subject to recapture under the section 1245 recapture rules (full recapture to extent of gain).
• Bonus depreciation claimed on section 1250 property is subject to section 1250 recapture (recapture in excess of straight-line to extent of gain).
“If the bonus rate is less than 100 percent, taxpayers should apply section 179 first to expense assets with the longest recovery period,” said Wallace.
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CrewCost believes there’s a lot more to equipment depreciation than initially meets the eye.
“With a little bit of strategy, depreciation can be a valuable way to mitigate taxes on the profit your business generates,” said the company. “Keeping accurate track of depreciation is also a smart business move. For construction accounting purposes, it gives you insight into what your equipment is actually worth.”
Tracking depreciation also allows your accountant to accurately determine what your balance sheet looks like.
CrewCost explains in detail how a contractor can potentially manage construction equipment duration:
• Depreciation is the gradual loss of value of a piece of equipment over time. For tax purposes, it allows construction companies to deduct the declining value as an expense to lower taxable income.
• There are several different methods of calculating depreciation, including straight-line, sum-of-the-years, and the declining balance method.
• Tracking depreciation accurately describes the real value of the equipment assets on a business’ balance sheet over time. This helps with accounting and can make it easier for contractors to decide when to replace aging equipment.
Depreciation is a way of looking at an asset and recognizing that it won’t be worth the same amount of money over the course of its lifespan.
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Contractors who take the time to learn the ins and outs of bonus depreciation can deduct a portion of the cost of eligible assets, namely heavy construction machinery.
Niagara Falls State Park’s ‘Crow’s Nest’ Walkway Extension in N.Y. to Soon Begin
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled plans Aug. 27 to begin a $9 million construction on the extension of the “Crow’s Nest” at Niagara Falls State Park, north of Buffalo.
The expansion project will include building new stairs and an overlook structure which will connect the existing Crow’s Nest feature to Prospect Point with the goal of providing a new, close-up view of the world-famous series of waterfalls.
“Niagara Falls State Park is the perfect place to get outdoors, get offline and enjoy nature,” Hochul said in a statement released by her office. “This project will provide another opportunity for New Yorkers to put their phones down and take advantage of all the beautiful natural resources that our state has to offer.”
Niagara Falls is made up of three separate waterfalls on the border of New York and the Canadian province of Ontario. Two of the three falls, known as American Falls and Blue Veil Falls, are within New York, while the more wellrecognized Horseshoe Falls is in Canada.
The Crow’s Nest is a set of stairs located alongside American Falls that allow visitors to climb halfway up the side of the waterfall to take in breathtaking views of the Niagara River roaring 188 ft. over the nearby cliffside before requiring them to go back down into the gorge and return to the upper level via the Maid of the Mist elevators.
When complete, the construction project will give visitors with a new option to experience the Niagara Gorge and relieve pedestrian congestion in the lower gorge during the busy season, where the only current means of egress is the observation tower’s indoor elevator. The stairs will be operated as a one-way exit from the lower gorge during the busy season, and as a two-way access to the overlook during a portion of the off season, the state noted.
“We believe our $1.7M investment in this innovative project will further enhance the Maid of the Mist Experience,” noted Christopher M. Glynn, president of the Maid of the Mist. “When the extension is finished, it will expedite people moving up to Prospect Point, alleviating some of the pressure on the observation tower elevators during our busiest times, such as the Memorial Day and Fourth of July weekends.”
Work on the extension is set to get started in early
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September and be completed in time for the 2026 tourist season. The building effort is being funded by capital funding from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, as well as The Maid of the Mist Corp., the Niagara River Greenway, and the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund.
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Reaction among New York officials to the upgrades at Niagara Falls, one of the state’s three most iconic landmarks — along with the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor and the Empire State Building in Manhattan — has been extremely positive.
“This project perfectly exemplifies the ways we are working to enhance our visitors’ experiences to our state parks,” explained Randy Simons, commissioner pro tempore of the parks system. “In this case, the stairs will provide recreation opportunities by expanding access to the lower part of the gorge and to Niagara Falls, an alternative to needing an elevator, and the overlook will allow people to experience the falls from a very close and unparalleled viewing perspective. We are grateful to all of our partners who have contributed to this project.”
U.S. Congressman Tim Kennedy, D-New York’s 26th District, said his region “is enriched by having one of the natural wonders of the world in our own backyard. This project will improve access with even more breathtaking views of Niagara Falls and provide a new way for residents and tourists to take in nature and enjoy the great outdoors with friends and family.”
Rob Ortt, a Republican New York state senator representing the 62nd District, called the waterfall the “crown jewel” of New York’s parks system.
“Creating more navigable paths at one of the most popular destinations at Niagara Falls State Park is long overdue and ultimately will make for better visitor experiences for guests from around the world,” he added.
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and other attractions, which saw a record 79.5 million visits in 2022.
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CEG: Your wife, Kathy, has been involved since the beginning, right?
Guimond: Yes. She managed all our clerical and financial needs while raising our three children. Today, she essentially acts as our CFO.
CEG: When did you start hiring employees?
Guimond: Around our third or fourth year. Our first hire was a sales rep, but finding the right fit took time. Working with Construction Equipment Guide was pivotal. After launching our first campaign, call volume increased dramatically. The editorial support gave potential clients a real understanding of how our attachments performed in different industries. In almost no time at all our phone was ringing off the hook.
CEG: Can you describe other products you offer?
Guimond: We represent hundreds of companies from around the world, covering everything from forestry to pipeline and municipal applications. There’s nothing done with a machine that we don’t offer an attachment for. We're always exploring the latest techniques and tools, staying on the cutting edge of attachments for the U.S. market.
CEG: You were involved with the World Trade Center cleanup?
Guimond: Yes. Right after the attacks, I reached out to Mark Nye, and we redirected our grapples in production to Ground Zero. Every customer who had ordered a grapple agreed to help, putting their needs aside. Our grapples worked tirelessly at the site, handling the intense conditions without any failures. We own the trademark “Ground Zero Proven” to reflect their resilience under those extreme conditions.
CEG: What’s the biggest attachment you’ve ever sold?
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CEG: How did you choose Howie Carr for the anniversary?
Guimond: Howie Carr grew up in Portland Maine contractors up and down the coast listen to him, he was also a great way to connect with our local market. The event was a success, with several hundred attendees, including political candidates. It was a chance to thank our local community and introduce ourselves to potential New England customers.
CEG: What’s next for attachments?
Guimond: I believe that we’ll see new tools incorporating water, sound and vibration for silent demolition. Europe is driving these innovations, and we’re watching closely to bring the right products to North America.
A 10,000 square foot expansion is scheduled for our facility next year.
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Snow and Ice Section
MDOT SHA Holds Annual ‘Snow Show’ in Hagerstown
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By Brenda Ruggiero CEG CORRESPONDENT
October marks time for the annual “Snow Show” for the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) District 6. This year, it took place in Hagerstown on Oct. 24, 2024.
Each year, SHA shares snow removal plans and displays and demonstrates the equipment available for the looming winter season.
The SHA owns and maintains all non-toll, numbered roads in Maryland’s 23 counties. The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) maintains Maryland’s toll facilities.
MDOT SHA’s overall budget for winter 2024/2025 is $69 million.
District 6 includes Garrett, Allegany and Washington counties — these are the three western counties in the state and the district receives the most snow.
In fact, flurries were already reported in Garrett County on one occasion earlier in the month.
In Garrett County, last year’s snowfall totaled 153 in. In the 2022-23 year, 122.8 in. were reported and in the 2021-22 year, 126.5 in.
Numerous strategies are used depending on the circumstance to handle the snow. They include anti-icing, de-icing, liquid salt brine and loader scales. Material selection can be adjusted depending on the road and weather conditions.
Allegany County received 56.8 in. of snow last year, 64.26 in. in the 2022-23 year and 64 in. in 2021-22.
Washington County received 33.8 in. of snow last year, 16.5 in. in the 2022-23 year and 31.6 in 2021-22.
Numerous strategies are used depending on the circumstance to handle the snow.
They include anti-icing, de-icing, liquid salt brine and loader scales. Material selection can be adjusted depending on the road and weather conditions.
At SHA’s disposal is rock salt that can melt snow from 20 F and above and salt brine that is dispersed prior to a snowfall. Solar salt is known as a cleaner product and is used to make the brine.
Garrett County has reported a decrease in its salt usage by 50 to 75 percent over the past six years.
In the state, more than 200 pieces of equipment are available for snow events. These include 67 single dump trucks, 27 loaders and seven blowers. The fleet also includes 600 truck-mounted saddle tanks, 310 wing plows, 38 truck/trailer mounted liquid applicator spray tanks, 15 salt brine makers, two tow plows, four dual-wing plows and 23 quad-axle trucks. In addition, there are 78 non-invasive road sensors and 105 Mobile Advanced Road Weather Information Sensors (MARWIS).
The state has 386,000 tons of rock salt in 86 salt facilities, 1.6 million gal. of salt brine at 77 sites, 40,000 tons of abrasives (sand and crushed stone) and 100,000 gal. of magnesium chloride at 16 sites.
District 6 maintains more than 1,900 lane mi. in total and winter operation planning is a continuous process. There are more than
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year, SHA shares snow removal plans and displays and demonstrates the equipment available for the looming winter season.
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Todd DeWitt (L), area maintenance resident engineer, and
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MDOT SHA’s Overall Budget for Winter 2024/25 Set at $69M
150 hired contractors in addition to the SHA staff.
In Garrett County, SHA covers 513 lane mi. There are seven barns/domes, 25,000 tons of salt, 42,000 gal. capacity for salt brine and 24,000 tons of aggregate/abrasives.
The main shop is located at Keyser’s Ridge, with satellite shops located in Oakland, Swanton, Frostburg and Red House.
In Allegany County, SHA covers 605 lane mi. There are six barns/domes with 20,410 tons of salt, 68,000 gal. of salt brine and 3,300 tons of aggregate/abrasives.
The main shop is located in LaVale, with satellite shops in Frostburg, Cumberland, Westernport, Little Orleans and Oldtown.
In Washington County, SHA covers 788 lane mi. The are six barns/domes with 21,600 tons of salt, 66,000 gal. of salt brine and 420 tons of aggregate/abrasives. The main shop is in Hagerstown, with satellites in Parkhead, two locations in Hagerstown, Smithsburg and Boonsboro.
According to Todd Dewitt, assistant resident maintenance engineer, all trucks are big-bore trucks, with standard transmissions.
“Everything we have is retrofitted with a right wing,” he said. “Twelve-foot plows, they’re plowing a 10-foot surface with an eight-foot wing, which is probably catching an additional six feet.”
Crews are trained to plow in trains on the freeways. All of the roads are cut down into specific sections, so they all have turnaround points.
In Garrett County, DeWitt said that there is one blower on each end of the county, as well as one loader blower on each end, one grader on each end and one Oshkosh on each end.
“We can pretty well maintain both ends of the county depending on where we go,” he said.
In times of need, equipment can be sent statewide to help out with larger jobs.
“Big equipment … we take that out when it’s needed,” DeWitt said. “I try not to put it out when it’s extremely cold, because it’s hard on the equipment. It also depends on traffic volume and the type of storm.”
He added that the Oshkosh is a four-wheel drive truck with a plow on the front and a wing on the side.
“Typically, we use that during major blizzard events, so if we start to lose roads, we’re
not going to lose the road,” he said. “I’ll send somebody out. They’ll push and wing back with that big truck — we’ll put weight in the bed of it. It’s like a mega truck, basically. It takes two people to operate it. We don’t usually lose road during the daytime hours because you have the sun on your side. It’s more at night.”
DeWitt said that the loader blowers have the same principle, mounting on the front of the loader. It has its own self-contained engine and it blows snow just like a normal blower does.
Employee training includes in-house lessons from veteran employees, a state-wide training team and book training. All new employees, including temporaries, attend Snow College, and every five years, veterans go back through as a refresher.
This involves a two-day course administered by the state training team.
“District 6 is well on our way in preparations for the upcoming winter season,” said George Walker, assistant district engineer of maintenance, who oversees all maintenance in all three counties. “We have plenty of materials on hand and we are working diligently to get our fleet prepared. We are running test routes, preparing, inspecting and testing our fleet and ensuring that our staff is prepared and trained to handle anything that nature sends or way.”
He added that SHA is using the latest innovations that are available, from forecasting to equipment. He also said that contract forces are prepared to aid the crew as they always do.
“We appreciate the invaluable partnership that we have with them,” Walker said. “We are committed to keeping our roadways as safe as possible to ensure that our customers’ experience on our roadways is a pleasant one for this upcoming winter season. We ask for your patience and cooperation during winter operations to allow us the ability to do our jobs effectively, efficiently, and safely.”
SHA Strategies for Winter Operations
• Anti-Icing — In the days prior to a winter storm, SHA applies salt brine to the pavement, which prevents snow and ice from initially bonding to the pavement. SHA is expanding its anti-icing operations to lessen salt usage throughout Maryland. Salt brine, which is 23.3 percent salt and 76.7 percent water, is produced at 15 SHA maintenance facilities. SHA will not pretreat highways with salt brine if a winter storm is forecasted to start as rain as this will wash the salt brine solution off the pavement.
• De-icing — This is the traditional winter maintenance strategy of applying rock salt. Rock salt requires more material to break the
bond than to prevent it. Salt is the primary material used to treat pavement in snow or ice operations. In colder areas or for a thicker snowpack on the road, crews can add magnesium chloride or “Liquid Mag” to rock salt or salt brine during extremely cold temperatures to enhance salt’s effectiveness.
• Liquid Salt Brine-Only or Direct Liquid Application (DLA) Snow Routes — This consists of a designated snow route that only uses a salt brine solution to prevent the snow and ice from bonding to the pavement. Unlike anti-icing, which takes place prior to a winter storm, this strategy is performed for the duration of the storm. SHA has approximately 400 lane mi. of brine-only snow routes throughout its seven engineering districts. When compared to snow routes using granular rock salt as the main snow-fighting compound, the brine-only routes not only perform at or above the expected level of service but use far less salt.
• Loader Scales — SHA has purchased a total of 26 loader scales that are mounted on SHA loaders at salt facilities. The scales accurately capture the precise amount of salt being loaded for distribution onto Maryland roadways. This allows SHA to accurately control the storage, handling, application and recovery of dispensed granular salt and reduce overall salt usage. SHA also uses hired contract loaders, with scales, at multiple locations throughout the state.
• Rubber Plow Blade with Ceramic Inserts — The rubber/ceramic blades are superior to steel blades from both a performance and efficiency perspective. These newer plow blades move more snow from the roadway, which results in less salt to treat the road during plowing operations. To meet the demands of operators, SHA placed a bulk order for the hybrid blades this winter season to ensure enough resources are on hand for each facility.
• Winter Operations Training — Twenty percent of maintenance personnel are required to attend Snow College each year. SHA’s goal is to train 100 percent of employees at least once every five years. This winter will focus on the negative and lasting impacts that salt has on the infrastructure. Past data obtained with winter training was so beneficial it led to the creation of a best practices document that was distributed statewide. This statewide/virtual initiative will be a staple in salt-reduction tactics for years to come. CEG
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MDOT SHA’s overall budget for winter 2024/2025 is $69 million.
Buyers Announces 8-Cu.-Yd. SaltDogg PRO Series Spreader
The new spreader is available with an 8-cu.-yd. capacity. Independent control of the feed and spinner motors provides maximum control over material usage.
Buyers Products, a diversified manufacturer of work truck equipment, announced the addition of a new unit to its SaltDogg PRO line of salt spreaders.
The new spreader is available with an 8-cu.-yd. capacity. Independent control of the feed and spinner motors provides maximum control over material usage.
“This spreader provides an industry-leading 8-cubic-yard capacity in a 10-foot hopper with the weight and cost savings you would expect from a PRO Series poly spreader,” said Scott Moorman, director of snow and ice at Buyers Products. “The durability and value of our poly spreader lines has been proven over 20 years, and this latest expansion offers a municipal capacity and functionality for a PRO Series price.”
The 8-cu.-yd. spreader works on dump trucks and flatbeds with a minimum 10-ft. bed and 33,000 lb. gross vehicle weight (GVW). The unit is available with electric and hydraulic, auger and chain drivelines.
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ConExpo-Con/AGG Opens Call for 2026 Speakers, Topics
ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026 announced the opening of online submissions for speakers, educational topics and session proposals as part of its education offering at the show, March 3-7, 2026, in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Online submissions will be accepted until Feb. 3, 2025.
About 2,000 exhibitors are expected to fill the 2.8 million sq. ft. of space available at the show. About 190 education sessions are planned.
North America’s leading construction trade show invites industry thought leaders and subject matter experts to submit proposals to speak as part of its extensive education program.
“Being part of the ConExpo-Con/AGG education program means more than just speaking to a crowd; it’s about contributing to the ongoing innovation and progress of the construction industry,” said ConExpoCon/AGG Show Director Dana Wuesthoff. “This is a platform where insights turn into action, and we’re proud to facilitate sessions that have such a meaningful impact on atten-
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• Dallas, TX
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Blackwater CSO Tunnel... Lynchburg Officials, Clark Water Break Ground On Tunnel, Pump Station Project
City of Lynchburg photo Lynchburg officials gather to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Blackwater CSO Tunnel.
On Oct. 29, Guy F. Atkinson Construction and Clark Water broke ground alongside city of Lynchburg officials on the LYHBeyond, the Blackwater CSO Tunnel project.
The new tunnel and pump station will create storage capacity and infrastructure to ensure that the James River is protected from combined storm and sewer events, marking a notable step towards Atkinson and Clark Water’s shared mission to deliver complex infrastructure to protect the communities, people and ecosystems where we live.
The Blackwater CSO Tunnel will start at the CSO 52 site located along the Point of Honor Trail and will travel all the way to the bottom of Seventh Street in downtown Lynchburg, following the path of the Blackwater Creek toward the James River.
The scope of the project includes a new 4,715-ft. combined sewer overflow (CSO) tunnel with an internal diameter of 12 ft., as well as several new diversion and overflow structures to divert excess flows from the Blackwater Creek Interceptor (BWCI) and James River Interceptor (JRI) into the tunnel and pump station respectively.
The dewatering pump station is designed to streamline the tunnel and shaft draining process to approximately 24-36 hours.
To support the pump station, an electrical building also will be built to house and maintain the necessary electrical, instrumentation and control components. In addition to the new structures and their associated utility needs, on-site restoration will be implemented throughout the project.
Stantec is the project engineer, and Wiley Wilson is the project architect. Substantial completion is slated for summer 2027.
For more information about the project, visit https://www.lyhbeyond.org/
For more information about Guy F. Atkinson Construction and Clark Water, visit atkn.com and www.clarkgroup.com/companies/clark-water.
1. LIVE: Thursday, November 21: SARDIS, OHIO: Secured Creditor Auction. Rental Fleet Construction, Utility Equipment (Cat, John Deere), Support, All Types of Trucks and Trailers. HIGHLIGHTS: Cat 374DL, (2)Cat 621F, (20)Hydraulic Excavators, (10)Mini Track Loaders
2. TIMED: Closes- Saturday, November 30, OpensWednesday, November 20: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Equipment Auction. Large Quantity Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Light Plants, Utility Vehicles Plus Cat Motor Scrapers, Cat Excavators, Skid Steers, Generators, Support Equipment from the Largest Rental Fleet in the USA. Plus Large Quantity Attachments, New & Used Trailers, (10)New 40ft. Containers, Collectible Automobiles: 1940 Packard, 1980 Chevy Pickup Truck.
3. TIMED: Closes- Tuesday, December 3, Opens- Tuesday, November 12: ALBANY, NEW YORK: One Owner Sale. Probably the Largest Portable Heater Auction Ever. Over 400 Units in Tip-Top Condition Ready for the Upcoming Season. Over (150)Flagro, (45)Patron, (50)Dehumidifiers, (25)A/C Units Vehicles, Pickups: 2021 Chevy 3500HD, Chevy 2500, 2023 Ford F250XL, 2023 Dodge 1500(4x4), (3)Cargo Trailers, (5)Containers, Parts, Support.
4. LIVE: Saturday, December 7: RAYNHAM (BOSTON), MASSACHUSETTS: Retirement, One Owner Sale. It's Good. Very Late Model Construction, Paving Equipment and the Very Best of the Best Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Dump & Equipment Trailers. HIGHLIGHTS: 2021 Komatsu WA500-8, JD 844K, JD 744K, Volvo 120C, (2)Mec ALAC Rubber Tired Loaders, 2020 Cat 330GC, (8)Gradall 2-XL 5100, Komatsu GD625, Vogele 1700-3 Vogele 7003, Volvo P7110G, Roadtec RP145, LeeBoy 8500T Pavers, Bomag BMI300/30, Roadtec Cold Planer RX50, Read RD150B, (30)Dump Trucks: 2020(4)2017-2015-2014 Peterbilt 389(tri.), (6)Truck Tractors: 20202019-2018-(3)2015 Peterbilt(t/a), (10)Sander Trucks, Flatbed Trucks: 2020 Fontaine Heavy Haul 55T, (12) Dump Trailers: 2022-2019 Mac, 2020-2019 Rhodes(t/a), (30)Sanders, Over 100 Snow Plows.
5. LIVE: Tuesday, December 10: WINSLOW TOWNSHIP, (Berlin) NEW JERSEY: Retirement Auction. One Owner, Mount Construction, One of The Best Contractors in the Tri-State Area. Well Maintained Crawler Cranes, Construction & Paving Equipment. Large Quantity of Asphalt Equipment, Crash, Cone, Bucket, & Pickup Trucks, Equipment Trailers & More.
6. LIVE: Thursday, December 12: GREENVILLE, TEXAS: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Equipment Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Trailers Attachments & Support.
7. LIVE: Saturday, December 14: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Cat & John Deere Rental Return along with 100+ Boom Lifts, Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support, Office & Mobile Trailers.
8. TIMED: Closes- Tuesday, December 17, Opens- Tuesday, December 3: CROSSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Retirement Auction. One Owner Sale. Very Nice & Neat Machine Shop with Like New Late Model Equipment.
9,10. LIVE: Saturday, December 21 & TIMED: ClosesSunday, December 22, Opens- Saturday, December 14: 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, Tools, Gates, Generators and Power Washers. It's Big.
11. 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.
12. LIVE: Friday, January 24: COLUMBUS (DELAWARE), OHIO: Late Model Construction Utility, Agricultural Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks Trailers and Attachments.
13-23. 32ND ANNUAL LIVE & TIMED FLORIDA AUCTION: Friday, January 31 to Monday, February 10: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Unbelieveable! By Popular Demand this Sale will be 11 Glorious Days of Selling New & Like New Rental Fleet Equipment. Only the Best to be Found Here. Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, All Types of Trailers(the best), Enormous Amount of New & Like New Support, Attachments and more.
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
24. LIVE: ELKO, NEVADA: Late Model Large Mining and Construction Equipment & Truck Auction. HIGHLIGHTS: Cat 992K, Cat 992D, Cat 992B, Cat 980K, Cat 930H, (2)Cat 773B Water Truck, Cat TL1255, (2)Cat D9T, (2)Cat D8T, (2) Cat D6T, (2)Cat 16M, Cat 16G, (2)Komatsu HD 785-5, Cat 775D, (2)Cat 773F, Cat 773E Cat 773D, (4)Cat 740B, Cat 385CL, (2)Cat 336F, Cat 631E, Grove and Linkbelt Cranes, Truck Tractors, Equipment Trailers, Attachments and Support.
25. 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 Top-Line Support & Attachments.
Total Phase-Out of Bonus Depreciation Finishes in 2027
DEPRECIATION from page 90
tear, or because newer models of equipment come out,” said CrewCost. “While it may seem like a bad thing, depreciation actually has some advantages.”
For example, construction businesses can write off the lost value of the asset during tax season and have that count against profit generated over the year.
When it comes to equipment depreciation, here a couple of terms to get familiar with:
• Book Value — The value of the piece of equipment minus the value that has depreciated. The book value is depreciated until it reaches the salvage value, where it is fully depreciated.
• Depreciable Value — The depreciable value is the equipment’s purchase price minus the book value. In other words, this is the amount of value you expect the piece of equipment to lose during the period during which you use it.
• Depreciation Period — The depreciation period is the period of time over which you plan to use the equipment and incrementally subtract the depreciable value from it.
With an estimated salvage value, depreciable value and the depreciation period, you have the basic information you need to depreciate the equipment.
There are a few different methods of depreciation you can use to depreciate your equipment. “Each method offers a slightly different benefit,” said CrewCost
“Ultimately, you want to consult with an accountant or tax professional to see which method best fits your business.”
• Straight-Line Method — This is the simplest and most commonly used method of depreciation and is the one you are probably most familiar with. Straight-line depreciation is just like it sounds; you take the depreciable value, let’s use $40,000 from the earlier example, and you divide that by the number of years you will depreciate the equipment (aka its estimated useful life). So, $40,000 divided by five years gives us a depreciation value of $8,000/year. This is the easiest method to use and gives a nice, steady rate of depreciation over the useful life of the asset.
• Sum-of-the-Years Method — This method takes into account the number of years you plan to own and depreciate the piece of equipment. Sum-of-the-Years applies a variable rate to the total depreciable amount that changes each year, starting at a higher rate and gradually becoming smaller. This is a good method to depreciate a larger proportion of the equipment earlier in its operational lifetime.
• Declining-Balance Method — This depreciation method, similar to the Sum-of-the-Years method, is an accelerated method that determines a constant rate to apply to the remaining depreciable amount and is applied until the equipment is completely depreciated and reaches its salvage value.
Often, a piece of equipment will be carried on a contractor’s accounting books at a different amount. In this case, sometimes it’s noted as the depreciation included versus what’s shown on the contractor’s tax records. “These differences could be pretty significant,” said CrewCost. “They may not be able to show a piece of equipment with accelerated depreciation on their accounting records compared to what happened on a tax basis.”
Or the equipment may be required to be depreciated over a different time frame, noted the company.
“Carefully tracking these makes it easier to reconcile book accounting profitability versus tax profitability over time.”
Adobe Stock photo
With the gradual phase-out of the bonus depreciation tax provision, contractors might consider investing in new machinery while the deduction rate is above 50 percent. Adobe Stock photo
Volvo CE Cites Overall Good Margins in Q3 2024 Earnings
Lower volumes in Europe and North America for the third quarter — when compared to the very high levels of last year — have caused a drop in overall net sales for Volvo CE. However, it has maintained overall good margins despite this slower demand and has overseen a growth in the China market.
This quarter also has seen the company support customers by balancing today’s challenges with its accelerated focus on transformation.
In Q3 2024, net sales decreased by 23 percent to SEK 18,809 M, compared to the high earnings of SEK 24,296 M for the same quarter last year. When adjusted for currency movements net sales decreased by 20 percent, of which net sales of machines fell by 24 percent, while service sales increased by 2 percent, once more reflecting the market’s growing interest in digital solutions.
However, net order intake has risen slightly, caused largely by a 59 percent increase in South America and a 44 percent increase in Europe, strengthened also by a more modest rise in all other regions except North America. Global deliveries were down from last year due to the continued lower market demand and reduction of inventories at the dealerships in Europe and North America, partly offset by increased deliveries for the SDLG brand in China.
Leading Transformation
Melker Jernberg, head of Volvo CE, said, “We are living in turbulent times and, like other companies, are feeling the effects of a market slowdown. But we are maintaining our leading position with a strong portfolio, the continued roll-out of new products and services and our steadfast commitment to the industry transformation.
“The ambitions we have set out towards building the world we want to live in remain
unchanged and we take pride in working together to balance the priorities of today with our confident vision for tomorrow.”
Volvo CE continued the market launch of new and upgraded models of its most important products and services in key markets in Asia and North America. This included an updated range of the new generation excavator portfolio, as well as the highly anticipated L120 Electric wheel loader.
The quarter also saw the inauguration of a new wheel loader facility in Arvika, Sweden, designed to support the production of electric wheel loaders at the plant. This is one of a number of global investments made to drive industry transformation across production facilities and markets worldwide.
Market Development
Compared to 2023, the total machine market contracted in Q3, largely due to a slowdown in Europe — a 25 percent drop from the historically high levels of last year, driven by a combination of low business confidence and a saturated end market. As a consequence of normalizing replenishment of dealer fleets and somewhat lower end customer demand, North America also came down 9 percent from very high levels in 2023.
Meanwhile Asia excluding China was slightly down overall by just 2 percent, despite market growth in India, Indonesia and the Middle East, while markets such as Turkey experienced declines partly driven by revised government infrastructure investments.
In contrast, the Chinese market grew 5 percent on the back of governmental policies to stimulate the real estate market, while good demand in Brazil, Peru and Chile saw a similar 5 percent increase in market development for South America. For more information, visit volvoce.com.
Volvo photo
New $675M Dulles Concourse to Feature Wide Corridors
The design will maximize natural lighting and include state-of-the-art air handling systems. The HVAC system will incorporate outside natural air within conditioned air systems.
“Dynamic HVAC systems and zoning strategies will keep passengers comfortable in the gate areas,” said Coratola. “Natural materials on walls and ceilings in the concourse will add warmth and texture.”
Like many construction projects today, project planners are keeping “green” targets clearly in focus.
“We are working toward the goal of LEED BD+C v4 Silver Certifiable design and construction,” said Coratola.
Air handling systems incorporate high-efficiency recovery systems. These and other steps should result in 12 percent energy cost savings. The construction team is incorporating materials sourced from the local environment to meet environmental stewardship and sustainability goals. The team will also install electric charging stations for general-use vehicles and ground servicing equipment.
The construction team anticipates needing 13,000 cu. yds. of
crete for the building and 65,000 cu. yds. for the
Of course, safety will be a focus of the project incorporating dedicated safety managers, regular safety walks and daily safety meetings.
Equipment
Turner Construction and subcontractors are using many specialized pieces of equipment for the construction at Dulles including:
• Long-reach excavator for tunnel excavation.
• Multiple 90,000-lb. track excavators and hoe rams for tunnel and site excavation.
• High-torque rotary drilling machines for caisson installation.
• 300-ton luffing jib crawler crane for steel erection with
500 ft. of boom and jib.
• 300-ton hydraulic telescopic boom mobile crane for selective demolition of APM station.
• Multiple 120-ton telescopic boom crawler cranes for tunnel and caisson construction. CEG
(All photos courtesy of Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority.)
DULLES from page 86
Seen here is the north site entrance.
con-
apron paving.
JE9342 ‘17 Komatsu D65P X dozer I-18
EE8589 ‘13 CAT 740B haul truck
JE9341 ‘18 John D dozer
650K LGP
‘14 C dozer AT D6T XL
excavat ‘18 CAT 326F L or
ONLINE AUCTION SALE!
Deutz Corporation Opens New Power Center in
December 4th - 5th, 2024
2024 KENWORTH T480 (5) 2023 KENWORTH T880
2023 MACK GR64F
KENWORTH T880
Phase II of Broad Channel Project Raises Roads By 3 Ft.
sewers, water mains and bulkheads, this project has delivered for Broad Channel and I thank all our agency partners for their vital work.”
“Today we have reached a great milestone for the Broad Channel community, who for years have fought to protect their residents from flooding and water damage from storms and other extreme weather events,” said Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato, the host of the monthly task force that discusses and reviews this project.
“By investing in innovative infrastructure measures now, we are preventing future loss of homes and property, and saving ourselves millions of dollars in the long run. This victory today was only achieved through hard work on a granular level: constant phone calls with all stakeholders, meetings between contractors and individual homeowners, and numerous information sessions led by Dan Mundy Jr. and the Civic Association. I want to thank all of our partners in government including
DDC, DOT and DEP for working with the community and civic leaders for on this project.”
“The residents of Broad Channel have been dealing with severe flooding in their community for decades,” said Councilwoman Joann Ariola. “With this new infrastructure project, we are kicking off a new era for the neighborhood, and tremendously improving the quality of life for all those who call Broad Channel home.”
“We are delighted that the project came in on-time and under budget,” said Felicia Johnson of Community Board 14. “At the last District Cabinet meeting with the Borough President, DDC presented the projects online, and this one was projected to close on time. CB 14Q and the Broad Channel Community want to thank DDC, DOT, and DEP for the management, consideration, and administration of this project. This community waited a long time for these infrastructure needs to be addressed, and it is finally done. Thank you all for you hard work and dedication.”
(All photos courtesy of
Business Calendar
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)
AGC Events Calendar:
All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.
Dates: Monday, December 2, 2024 (2:00 PM)Tuesday, December 10, 2024 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://edge.agc.org/course/project-manager-developmentprogram/)
Dates: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 (9:00 AM) –Thursday, December 19, 2024 (3.30 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Construction Supervision Fundamentals (https://edge.agc.org/course/vcsf241201/)
Dates: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 (10:30 AM)Wednesday, December 18, 2024 (6:30 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC Safety & Health Quarterly Town Hall (https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/)
Date: Wed, December 4, 2024 (1:00 - 2:00 PM) Online, Virtual Safety and Health
• Construction Project Manager Course (https://pmc.agc.org/)
Dates:Sunday, December 8, 2024 (4:00 PM) –Friday, December 13, 2024 (2:00 PM) Houston, Texas
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://edge.agc.org/course/vbim241201)
Dates:Monday, December 9, 2024 (11:00 AM)–Thursday, December 12, 2024 (7:00 PM) Online Virtual Training/Professional Development
WOMEN OF ASPHALT
Lead & Inspire
Southeastern Asphalt User/Producer Group Annual Meeting Save the DATES!
Date:November 19 – 21, 2024
Place:Renaissance Riverview Plaza Hotel 64 S. Water Street, Mobile, AL 36602
Volunteers are needed for our World of Asphalt Booth!
Our Booth’s volunteer hours will be: Tuesday, November 19th – 6 PM – 8 PM. Wednesday, November 20th – 8 AM – 5 PM. Thursday, November 21st – 8 Am – 12 PM.
Please contact Women of Asphalt for more information: 2233 Park Avenue, Ste. 200U, Orange Park, FL 32073 Phone: 407/653-6777, Email: info@womenofasphalt.org
CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN (CAM) Safety Leadership Conference
Date:Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Place:Macomb Community College South Campus
John Lewis Conference Center
14500 E. Twelve Mile Road
Warren, MI 48088
Phone: 586/445-7999
The Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) has teamed up with the Greater Detroit Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) to provide a one-day conference specifically designed for leaders with a responsibility for employee safety. Company owners, top executives, safety managers, and human resource personnel will all find value in
the diverse range of topics available. This world-class collection of qualified presenters offers the best talent this area has ever seen.
Connecting Minds, Protecting Lives
Included with Registration:
. Attend up to four (4) workshops throughout the day
. Earn up recertification credits for professional designations
. Includes breakfast
. Network with industry professionals
. Access to world-class presenters and exhibitors
Register by November 27, 2024!
www.BuildwithCAM.com
Learn: Discuss trending topics and emerging technologies to improve your workplace safety program.
Share: Identify actionable safety strategies to bring back to your workplace. Network with industry peers.
For more information:
Phone: 248/972-1000
Website: www.BuildwithCAM.com
WOMEN OF ASPHALT
Women of Asphalt Texas
Ideas that Lead and Inspire: Celebrating Women in the Field
Date:Thursday, December 5, 2024
Place: 219 Commercial Drive, 219, Buda, TX 78610
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM, join TXAPA in Buda, TX, for our third annual ideas that Lead and Inspire Symposium and Christmas Party!
The National Women of Asphalt tagline is “Lead and Inspire.” Women of Asphalt Texas Delivers industry -leading ideas from inspiring men and women for our third annual event this Christmas season. This year’s focus is on leadership, including a panel discussion on Owning Your Professional Development. After the symposium, stick around for the TXAPA Christmas Party! It’s the perfect time to connect, unwind, and celebrate the season with friends and colleagues.
AGENDA:
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Holiday Luncheon & Women of Asphalt Year in Review
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM Leadership Symposium
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM TXAPA Open House and Holiday Party: Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres
Please contact Women of Asphalt for more information:
Phone: 407/653-6777
Email: info@womenofasphalt.org
Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association
NORTHERN GREEN 2025
DATES:January 21 – 23, 2025
PLACE:Saint Paul River Centre
175 Kellogg Blvd. West, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Phone: (651) 265-4800
Description:
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Community day for these Villages with a full day of focused education.
Community day for these Villages with a full day of focused education, plus the trade show will be open in the morning.
Trade Show: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Turf, Grounds & Snow Management; Garden Center/Grower; Professional Gardening Services; Tree Care/Arborist: Management Path
Summary:
An exclusive trade show day is being built for your Northern Green 2025 experience!
Wednesday of Northern Green week is made specifically for your needs, plus we’ve added a half-day on Thursday morning as well.
This year’s exhibit hall will feature industry vendors and providers grouped by area of specialty.
No need to seek out exhibitors for your needs – they will be gathered in designated areas excited to see you!
For more information, contact: Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association: Phone: 651/633-4987 Email: info@northerngreen.org Website: https://northerngreen.org/
New Power Center to Service Three States From Ashland, Va.
and many of our OEM customers,” said Will Hicks, general manager of Deutz Power Centers, Eastern Region. “Locating near Richmond, Virginia, now allows us to provide the level of service and technical support that our customers need and deserve. We understand the impact equipment has on efficiency and productivity, and Deutz is here to help keep their machines up and running.”
James Lang has joined Deutz as the branch manager of Deutz Power Center Mid-Atlantic. Lang brings valuable experience in the equipment rental industry to his new role with Deutz. Lang also has worked extensively in operations management and as a branch manager for a major compact equipment manufacturer.
“Deutz remains fully committed to providing engine solutions and service that are second to none,” said David Evans, president and CEO for Deutz Corporation.
AUCTION: NOV. 27 - DEC. 11
Deutz Power Center Mid-Atlantic features a fully stocked parts counter, with onsite and mobile technicians on staff to provide regularly scheduled and emergency service of Deutz engines, either at the Power Center in Ashland, Va., or at the customer’s location.
Like all Deutz Power Centers, the new Ashland, Va., location also will provide dedicated application engineering and technical sales resources to OEMs. These manufacturers can receive custom, value-added production and assembly services that result in the best possible Deutz solutions for their engine specification and configuration needs.
Deutz Power Center customers also can purchase new Deutz engines, as well as Deutz Xchange remanufactured engines.
For more information, visit www.deutzsupport.com and www.deutzamericas.com.
“It’s all about continuous improvement. We are constantly striving to make our best even better. Opening this new Deutz Power Center demonstrates our dedication to helping our customers in Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland achieve their own goals by providing easy, convenient access to Deutz products, service and parts.”
(Surplus to the needs of Suffolk Industries & Accurate Towing)
Due to Demand, Brandt Launches Its High-Output Hydrovac in U.S. Markets
In response to the increasing need for hydrovacs that combine full-sized capacity with maneuverability and precision, Brandt Industries has released its hydrovacs to contractors across the United States.
“Operators have expressed their thoughts on the ideal hydrovac — one that will meet their unique needs — and we’ve listened,” said Chris Semple, president, manufactured products at Brandt. “Through our collaborative product design process, Brandt has consulted extensively with contractors and operators to create a machine that sets the standard for the industry.”
Brandt photo
Brandt hydrovacs help contractors work more efficiently with maximized legal load weights, quicker debris loading and unloading time, and the capacity to take on larger jobs without load weight concerns, according to the manufacturer.
Brandt hydrovacs help contractors work more efficiently with maximized legal load weights, quicker debris loading and unloading time, and the capacity to take on larger jobs without load weight concerns, according to the manufacturer. The real-time measurement of water and overall truck weight enables operators to make quick, informed decisions, which reduces the risk of damage or overweight penalties.
Bidding: Nov. 27 to Dec. 11, 2024
The unit delivers 1,150 gal. of water tank capacity and 11.6 cu. yds. of debris tank capacity, as well as a 28-ft. boom reach with 340-degree rotation. It also is the quietest hydrovac in its class, according to the manufacturer, a major benefit in urban settings.
For more information, call 866/4BRANDT (866/427-2638) or visit brandt.ca.
