In the mid 1950s, local government took advantage of funding handed out by the federal government as part of the Federal-Aid Highway Act and decided to construct the I-81 Viaduct
through the heart of Syracuse. Travelers used it to go north toward Canada or south through the midsection of New York. The roadway cut through the 15th Ward of Syracuse, decimating the neighborhood. The limited access interstate eliminated some 400 businesses and displaced some 1,200 people.
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) has managed the viaduct to the end of its useful life and is taking steps to right the wrongs of that destruction/construction. The ambitious plan will come to life through eight separate contracts totaling approximately $2.25 see VIADUCT page 26
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The proposal comes as the state continues to study alternatives to the current aging bridge spans, which have become increasingly strained by the level of traffic across the bay.
12 AMTRAK SECURES $112M IN FUNDS TO UPGRADE 13 PROJECTS
Amtrak’s NEC is one of the busiest and economically vital transportation systems in the world, with more than 2,000 daily trains operating over some portions of the Washington-Boston route each day.
16 NEW CHADWICK-BAROSS, THOMPSON PRESIDENT DISCUSSES ROLE
Jeremy Jordan’s journey with Chadwick-BaRoss started in 1992 as an apprentice in the track shop. Since then, he has risen through the ranks, holding various roles
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MDOT SET TO REBUILD, IMPROVE SIX I-70 BRIDGES IN HAGERSTOWN
The Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration (SHA) has started construction on a $61.9 million project to improve six Interstate 70 bridges and the portions of the roadway itself .
20 ECA TAKES 2023 BAUER SERVICE PARTNER OF THE YEAR AWARD
The award was presented at the annual Bauer Parts and Service Meeting in Germany, where ECA edged out strong competition from other Bauer subsidiaries and dealers worldwide to earn the prestigious accolade.
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22 CHARLES D. STAHL HOLDS ANNUAL MUNICIPAL OPEN HOUSE
During the event, Charles D. Stahl Sales and Service provided customers with lunch, refreshments and displays from the various manufacturers.
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24 PHILADELPHIA NAWIC RELEASES INSPIRING NEW CHILDREN’S BOOK
The activity book features illustrations of women and men in construction roles, puzzles, safety tips, trivia and a comic strip that provides a glimpse into the daily lives of construction workers.
28 LIEBHERR USA CO. HOLDS 2024 NA SALES, TRAINING SEMINAR
Liebherr USA held the 2024 North American Sales and Training Seminar for both internal and external distribution network participants.
50 SISO AIR ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH INTERRA INC.
SISO Air announced a strategic partnership with InTerra Incorporated. SISO Air is a recognized leader in providing advanced solutions and expertise in the construction and other industries focusing on UAS technologies.
54 TEREX SUPPORTS BREAST CANCER RESEARCH DURING 2024 RODEO
Terex Utilities displayed various operator aids and tools during the International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo, held Oct. 16 to 19, in Bonner Springs and Overland Park, Kan.
96 CONEXPO-CON/AGG RELEASES ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR HIRING
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Md. Proposes to Remove, Rebuild Both Spans of Bay Bridge
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has recommended knocking down both the eastbound and westbound spans of the state’s Chesapeake Bay Bridge and replacing them with new, potentially wider spans.
The proposal comes as the state continues to study alternatives to the current aging bridge spans, which have become increasingly strained by the level of traffic across the bay, particularly during summer months when they are heavily traveled by beachgoers.
Gov. Larry Hogan (R) initially announced the project in 2016.
If approved, the replacement bridge spans would be built near the existing ones, according to a recent MDTA news release. The current bridge, formally called the William Preston Lane Jr. Memorial Bridge, carries U.S. Highway 50/301 across Chesapeake Bay from Anne Arundel County to Queen Anne’s County.
The process of weighing improvements to the bay crossing is now in its second stage, the Washington Post reported Nov. 16.
The first tier of the study, which was completed in 2022, assessed the best location for any new bay crossing. It ultimately landed on utilizing the same corridor across the water that the current spans are in now. That phase of study cost about $5 million, said MDTA Executive Director Bruce Gartner.
The second phase, which will drill down on what kind of crossing to create and what features it should include, is estimated to total about $28 million, he told the Post.
Two Spans Would Make Maintenance, Upgrades Easier
New bridges are expected to cost about $7.3 billion to $8.4 billion depending on their width, according to MDTA materials. In terms of a potential design and construction timeline, “it’s too early to say,” Gartner said.
The agency recommended eliminating various types of crossings also under consideration, including a tunnel, ferry or doubledecker bridge, the Washington, D.C.-based newspaper noted.
Gartner said there were numerous reasons for the MDTA’s recommendation.
In contrast to one large span, a pair of spans would provide a greater level of flexibility for maintenance and improvements. And, in comparison to constructing a tunnel, the bridge spans will have a relatively limited environmental impact on the Chesapeake Bay itself.
Aboveground bridge spans also are expected to be less costly than the tunnel options and invite the potential for a biking and pedestrian path, Gartner said.
“It’s scalable, in some ways, over time,”
he said.
The findings will now be put before the public, who can provide input at open houses throughout December.
Gartner stressed that the state’s proposed bridge design is simply a recommendation, and the MDTA will need copious community feedback before making a final decision.
“Nothing is determined yet,” he said in speaking with the Post. “That’s the purpose of the public open house; to get comments and get questions about these things.”
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman and Queen Anne’s County Administrator Todd Mohn, from the western and eastern sides of the bridge, respectively, said they were pleased with the recommendation and agreed that two new and possibly larger spans will hopefully provide muchneeded traffic relief for their residents along U.S. 50/301.
“You talk to anybody who lives in the Broadneck Peninsula, and they’ll tell you
that traffic issues as a result of the Bay Bridge are a real downer,” Pittman explained. “It makes people not want to live here.”
Mohn said he, too, is glad to see the project progressing, adding that the traffic generated by bottlenecks on the bridge is not just a hassle for drivers, but an obstacle for emergency services. As an example, he noted that Queen Anne County’s firefighters are primarily volunteers, meaning that they must drive to the fire station before they can answer a call, and bridge traffic slows down those responses.
“It’s a public safety issue for us,” he added. “We’re just happy that the second phase of the study is now nearing completion.”
Higher Spans Would Allow Larger Ships to Pass Underneath
After the public feedback period, the MDTA team will tackle other bridge design
The proposal comes as the state continues to study alternatives to the current aging bridge spans, which have become increasingly strained by the level of traffic across the bay.
questions, including how many lanes the spans would have and how public transit should figure into the design. More hearings will follow, as well, before the state agency decides how to proceed with the project at the end of 2026, Gartner said.
The Post noted that repairs on the current pair of bridge spans, which are more than 50 and 70 years old, are costly and forecast to become even more expensive in the coming years.
Designing the potential new bridge spans wisely also could yield positive outcomes for the region’s commerce, officials said. If bridges spans are chosen, Gartner said that could allow the MDTA to account for increasingly large ships to pass underneath with structures set high enough above the water. Down the line, the current height could limit the kind of trade the bay can accommodate and, in turn, the prosperity of the Port of Baltimore to the northwest.
The Bay Bridge is only one of the major bridge infrastructure projects ahead in the state.
Initial plans are in motion to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which collapsed after a cargo ship collided with it in March, killing six people and turning the beloved piece of the Baltimore skyline to rubble.
Slated to be completed by the fall of 2028, that project is expected to cost between $1.7 billion and $1.9 billion, Maryland Transportation Secretary Paul J. Wiedefeld said last spring.
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Amtrak Secures $112M in Funds to Upgrade 13 Projects
As part of what Amtrak calls its “New Era of Rail,” the rail service announced Nov. 18 that it is continuing to fund projects designed to modernize the Northeast Corridor (NEC) and unlock major bottlenecks on the busiest passenger railroad in the United States.
Amtrak’s NEC is one of the busiest and economically vital transportation systems in the world, with more than 2,000 daily trains operating over some portions of the Washington-Boston route each day and providing vital connections for 7 million jobs within a 5-mi. radius of an NEC station.
The $112 million in competitive grants will support 13 Amtrak-led projects through the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program (FSP-NEC).
The initiative was created and funded by Congress to address decades of under-investment and help replace aging infrastructure assets, reduce travel times, improve reliability and deliver a modern customer experience for the hundreds of millions of riders who travel along the corridor each year.
“Thanks to this new round of competitive grants, Amtrak will continue to deliver a new era of passenger rail and advance vital infrastructure projects that drive economic growth, create jobs and transform this critical corridor that benefits millions of Americans,” said Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner.
Funds to Be Spread to Projects Across Several States
Amtrak-led projects may now advance further into planning, development or construction thanks to the new funding. They include expanding and modernizing major stations, replacing aging bridges and renewing rail infrastructure and support systems.
Among the project development activities that Amtrak has planned are:
• Expanding the capacity of New York Penn Station to double passenger train service between New York and New Jersey from 24 to 48 trains per hour — or more during peak hours — and transforming the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere into a modern, world-class facility.
• Expanding and modernizing the 115-year-old Washington Union Station, Amtrak’s second busiest station, in partnership with project sponsor Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC).
• Finalizing the design and beginning construction to address near-term needs at Washington Union Station, including the relocation of an existing power substation, adding new digital technology functions and a replacement of existing Amtrak Police Department and employee facilities.
• Final design and construction work for the Baltimore Penn Station Redevelopment Project at Amtrak’s sixth busiest station.
Old NEC rail bridges also are due to be replaced, according to Amtrak, including:
• The 115-year-old Sawtooth Bridges, a series of four spans in Kearny, N.J., where supplemental final design and pre-construction support services are set to get underway. The four structures currently carry more than 400 Amtrak and NJ Transit trains per day over tracks also used by PATH passenger trains and Conrail’s freight service. When complete, the new four-track NEC structure will double track capacity in one of the most congested and complex locations
on the corridor where these different services all come together.
• The 120-year-old Connecticut River Bridge in Windsor Locks, Conn., on the Amtrak-owned New Haven-HartfordSpringfield corridor. There, a planning-level study for the structure’s eventual replacement is scheduled. The effort is a separate project from the new Connecticut River Bridge now under construction in Old Lyme/Old Saybrook, Conn.
Additionally, a number of renewal projects are planned to upgrade NEC rail infrastructure and support systems. Among them are:
• The final design and construction of Zoo to Paoli Electric Upgrades along an 18-mi. segment of the Amtrak-owned Keystone Corridor between Paoli and Philadelphia, Pa.
• Construction of a new Substation 41 on an elevated platform to improve the reliability of Amtrak and commuter services along a heavily tracked segment in Kearny, N.J.
• The project development and final design for signal system upgrades along 26 mi. between New Brunswick and Elizabeth, N.J. that will enable more frequent train service and higher speeds.
• Development and final design for signal system upgrades that will benefit Amtrak and MARC trains between South Bowie, Md., and Washington Union Station.
• Final design and construction for replacement of approximately 100 mi. of catenary wire that will improve Amtrak and MARC service reliability between Baltimore and New Carrollton, Md.
• Project development and final design activities for catenary system upgrades along 23 mi. in Northern New Jersey
between County and Newark interlockings. Once completed, this work will replace existing catenary structures that are nearly 90 years old, improving reliability for Amtrak and NJ Transit customers.
• Development and final designs for the addition of a new interlocking in Exton, Pa., filling in a gap of universal interlockings along a 15-mi. stretch of the Amtrak-owned Keystone Line. Additionally, the project will introduce modern controls, signaling, and safety systems.
Several of Amtrak’s key partners also received funding to advance mutually beneficial projects, including the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s (CTDOT) work along the NEC to make track improvements and mobility enhancements, advance its Hartford Line Rail Program Double Track Project and separate Hartford Station relocation effort, and the state’s planning study to replace the Cos Cob Bridge in Greenwich.
In addition, the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will use the FRA grants to reconstruct New York Penn Station, and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) will work to implement its regional rail master plan throughout the greater Philadelphia region.
Over the past year, Amtrak has advanced several projects funded by the FSP-NEC Program, including breaking ground and beginning construction on a new Connecticut River Bridge, kicking off the Susquehanna River Bridge project in Pennsylvania and beginning demolition and early pre-construction activities for Baltimore’s Frederick Douglass Tunnel program.
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The existing Sawtooth Bridges carry Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT trains on NEC Tracks 2 and 3 between Newark Penn Station and Secaucus Junction in Kearny, N.J.
CEG Interviews New Chadwick-BaRoss, Thompson President
Chadwick-BaRoss Inc. and Thompsonrolec Enterprises LLC (Thompson Equipment), recently announced the appointment of Jeremy Jordan as president of both companies.
“Jeremy’s appointment marks an important chapter in the history of both companies,” said Yedidia Koschitzky, chairman of ChadwickBaRoss and Thompson Equipment.
“His leadership, and deep longtenured knowledge of the companies for over 30 years, positions us to meet the growing needs of our markets, strengthen our regional focus, and continue the legacy of nearly a century of excellence. We are confident that Jeremy will take these companies to new heights.”
Jordan’s journey with ChadwickBaRoss started in 1992 as an apprentice in the track shop. Since then, he has risen through the ranks, holding various roles, including shop technician, field service technician, used/rental fleet manager, general manager, sales territory manager and, most recently, vice pres-
ident of Chadwick-BaRoss. His hands-on experience in both technical and managerial positions has equipped him with a unique perspective on the challenges and
opportunities within the industry.
Construction Equipment Guide (CEG) recently spoke with Jordan about his new role.
CEG: It’s quite rare in our industry to see someone start at an entry-level position, work their entire career at the same company, and eventually become president. How does your background contribute to your new role?
Jordan: One of the biggest assets is that I can relate to the team at all levels. When issues come up, I bring relatability and legitimacy because I’ve been there. This background also is valuable on the customer side — I’ve worked in many different departments, so I can speak knowledgeably about all aspects of our business.
This experience has been especially helpful in managing our new Volvo territory in Massachusetts, which we acquired from Woodco. Having been with ChadwickBaRoss for so long and familiar with Volvo, I can help bridge the gap for transitioning customers. I understand both our history and how we handle business, which makes it easier for them to connect with us.
CEG: How does this experience influence your interactions with corporate leaders?
Jordan: It helps tremendously. While serving as vice president, I established relationships at the corporate level, so now as president, I have strong support from them. There’s a deep trust because I’ve been part of this company for so long, which makes the transition to my new role much smoother.
CEG: Some of the roles you’ve held must have changed dramatically over the years. Can you talk about that?
Jordan: Absolutely. It’s been night and day. When I started as an apprentice in the track shop, we were heavily focused on manual repairs, like welding up idlers or doing pin and bushing turns. But now, it’s the opposite — parts are more affordable, and labor is expensive, so the work structure has shifted a lot.
CEG: Were you a Komatsu dealer when you first joined?
Jordan: Yes, the company had been a Komatsu dealer for many years before I started. At that time, we represented Komatsu, Volvo, Link-Belt, JCB, Powerscreen, Takeuchi and also Timberjack, until Deere bought them out. We held the Komatsu dealership for a couple of years before it changed.
CEG: What was your first move out of the service department?
Jordan: I spent about six months in the track shop, then two years as a shop tech, followed by five or six years as a road tech. After that, I approached Dave Costanzo, our operations manager at the time, and told him I was ready for a new challenge. I wanted to move into sales, and thankfully, he gave me that opportunity. Dave mentored me, and I’ll always remember his guidance — he knew the industry inside out.
CEG: There’s a sentiment that salesmanship has become less influential in dealership growth. What are your thoughts?
“When issues come up, I bring relatability and legitimacy because I’ve been there. This background also is valuable on the customer side…”
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MDOT Set to Rebuild, Improve Six I-70 Bridges in Hagerstown
The Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration (SHA) has started construction on a $61.9 million project to improve six Interstate 70 bridges and the portions of the roadway itself from west of Maryland Highway 63/Greencastle Pike to Bower Avenue in Washington County.
The Hagerstown-area construction is expected to be completed in the fall of 2027, weather permitting.
It is designed to replace and widen two I70 bridges over I-81, a pair of bridges over U.S. Highway 11/Virginia Avenue, and another two bridges over the Norfolk Southern Railway line.
In addition, a 1.8-mi. stretch of I-70 also will be widened and resurfaced, from west of Md. 63 to the Bower Avenue overpass. Work along this stretch will include new traffic barriers, stormwater management improvements, upgraded signage and lighting and pavement markings for enhanced safety and road quality.
The Maryland SHA noted in October that drivers along the corridor can expect longterm lane closures throughout the project’s construction, while adding that portable variable message signs, temporary traffic signs and barrels will help guide them through the work zone.
Triton Construction Inc. in St. Albans, W. Va., is the prime contractor on the I-70 improvements in and around Hagerstown.
The work on I-70 in Washington County is funded by MDOT’s Draft Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2025 to 2030. The $18.9 billion, six-year spending plan invests in projects and programs that help advance Maryland’s goals to be a safer, more affordable, more competitive and more sustainable state.
Maryland Transportation Secretary Paul J. Wiedefeld and other agency leaders met Oct. 17 with officials in Washington and Allegany counties to discuss the program.
MDOT’s top priority is the safeguard of all Marylanders, a fact that is reflected in the Draft CTP, the department said in a news release. That means putting projects that maintain the current system at the top of its list and seeking to reduce the number of fatalities and serious injuries on the state’s roads.
At the meetings, transportation officials offered details and updates on several other efforts and programs affecting Washington and Allegany counties.
Maryland SHA Administrator William Pines noted that Hagerstown is currently hosting a Complete Streets demonstration project on U.S. 40 from North Cannon Avenue to East Washington Avenue designed to improve safety for motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists. The project includes narrowed lanes, speed cushions and high visibility crosswalks, and is scheduled to be in place through November as data is collected.
The state highway agency also completed a $4.5 million project earlier this year to improve the I-81 interchange at Maugans Avenue in Washington County, and a $4 million replacement of the Md. 36 bridge deck over North Branch near Mount Savage in Allegany County.
Among other important local investments in the Draft Consolidated Transportation Program:
• Construction is ongoing to improve the surface of U.S. 40 bridges over I-70 near Hagerstown. This $8.9 million project is expected to be completed in 2025.
• C&O Canal National Historical Park will receive $1.68 million in a Transportation Alternatives Program grant to repair and rehabilitate about 15 mi. of C&O Canal towpath from Little Orleans to Oldtown in Allegany County.
• Nearly $1.5 million was sent to Washington County and more than $1.2 million to Allegany County to
Messick’s Free Christmas Light Show Returns for 12th Year
The Messick’s Christmas Light show features more than 70,000 Christmas lights choreographed to Christmas music, which is broadcast to FM radio visitors can enjoy from their car or through the speakers.
Messick’s Equipment in Mount Joy, Pa., announced the opening of its Christmas Light Show for its 12th year.
The show is free and open to the public. The community is invited to either drive up and watch the show from their car, or park and watch the show from the bleachers. Enjoy a show full of tractors, lights and energy-filled Christmas music.
Last year Messick’s collected $50,500 of donations at the Christmas Light Show, bringing the 11-year total of
donations raised to $481,000.
The Messick’s Christmas Light show features more than 70,000 Christmas lights choreographed to Christmas music, which is broadcast to FM radio visitors can enjoy from their car or through the speakers.
The light show includes dozens of Kubota tractors and excavators, which are integrated into the show by using the machine as part of the display. Throughout the show, volunteers from Messick’s will be collecting donations
which benefit five local charities. 100 percent of the proceeds collected go to Mennonite Disaster Service, ECHOS (Elizabethtown Community Housing and Outreach Services), Paxton Ministries and the Water Street Rescue Mission.
Messick’s Christmas Light Show opens Dec. 6 and runs every evening through Dec. 29 from 6:00 to 9:30pm.
For more information, visit www.messicks.com.
ECA Takes 2023 Bauer Service Partner of the Year Award
Equipment Corporation of America (ECA) has been honored with the Bauer Service Partner of the Year Award for 2023, an important goal in the company’s commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and support.
This award recognizes ECA’s industryleading efforts in providing proactive, solutions-oriented service, which has become the hallmark of the company’s strategy since 2019.
The award was presented at the annual Bauer Parts and Service Meeting in Germany, where ECA edged out strong competition from other Bauer subsidiaries and dealers worldwide to earn the prestigious accolade.
“This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of everyone at ECA,” said Joel Ross, VP of product support at ECA.
“The award has been a key objective of ours since it was identified in our 2019 strategic planning. We realized that to truly grow, we needed to shift our focus from individual branch performance to supporting customers at every level of the organization. It’s about developing meaningful relationships and finding unique solutions to serve our customers better. Winning this award shows that we’re on
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The award was presented at the annual Bauer Parts and Service Meeting in Germany, where ECA edged out strong competition from other Bauer subsidiaries and dealers worldwide to earn the prestigious accolade.
the right track.”
Gordian Ulrich, VP of Bauer Product Sales at ECA, echoed the sentiment emphasizing the “all-in” attitude of the service department.
“When we developed our five-year strategic plan, we decided to become more service-focused, as we believed that was what would set us apart. I’m thrilled to share that our hard work has paid off — we finally won the Bauer Service Partner of the Year Award, and I dedicate this honor to all the incredible
people in our parts and service teams.”
“Success in this department could not be attributed to one individual according to Ross and Ulrich, but rather the collective effort of the entire ECA team. Key contributors such as Kevyn Bates, who provided a relationship-based blueprint for building parts sales; Chris Horne, ECA Canada’s director of service, with his depth of knowledge and never-give-up attitude; Shawn Cunningham, who pioneered the role of product support sales representative (PSSR),
a vital position for ECA that has expanded into five other territories; Chris Recke, who originally started ECA’s Bauer Service Team with Ulrich in 2019; and Gus Delfarno who brought a contactor-oriented mindset to our team,” the company said.
“The Bauer executives repeatedly highlighted how far ahead ECA is compared to other subsidiaries,” Ross added. “While it’s encouraging, this award isn’t a reason to rest on our laurels. Instead, it’s motivation to keep pushing forward to achieve 100 percent customer satisfaction. We believe that with the dedication and expertise of our team, it’s an achievable goal.”
Ulrich believes it is ECA’s commitment to elevating the customer experience through teamwork, continuous improvement and innovative service strategies that made the goal achievable.
“Managers may set the stage,” Ulrich said, “but it’s our team that plays the music. This award belongs to them.”
As ECA celebrates this achievement, the company remains focused on enhancing its service capabilities and strengthening customer relationships across all regions, staying true to the philosophy that exceptional service is not just an outcome — it’s a mindset.
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Charles D. Stahl Holds Annual Municipal Open House
Charles D. Stahl Sales and Service held its annual municipal open house Oct. 30, 2024.
During the event, Charles D. Stahl Sales and Service, which has been providing specialized equipment for municipalities in the Mohawk Valley for decades, provided customers with refreshments, lunch and displays from the various manufacturers it represents. Factory representatives also were in attendance to answer technical questions.
Because a big aspect of Stahl’s business with the Mohawk Valley area highway superintendents is the sale and installation of truck bodies and snow removal equipment,
representatives from the local Ford, Chevy and Ram dealerships were at the event with their commercial trucks on display.
Products represented by Stahl include Boss snowplows, Fisher snowplows, Snow Ex snow removal products, Western snowplows, JAG snowplows, Airflow salt spreaders, Galleo truck Bodies, Tommy Gate Hydraulic Lifts, Arctic Snow Pushers, Husqvarna Cub Cadet, Gravely, Ariens, Yanmar excavators and loaders along with TYM tractors. CEG
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Representing Charles D. Stahl Sales and Service (L-R) are Chance Stahl, Charles Stahl Sr., Michele Stahl and Charles Stahl Jr.
(L-R): Corey Soprano, regional manager of Boss Snowplow; and Charles Stahl and Chance Stahl, both of Charles D. Stahl Sales and Service.
Randy Schon (L), dealer sales manager, and PJ Dufault, demonstration specialist, both of Cub Cadet.
(L-R): Gary Hamilton, service manager; Jim Barrett, commercial account manager; and Mark Appleby, sales representative, all of Davidson Ford.
Fisher is among the leading manufacturers of snow removal equipment. Representing Fisher at the open house is Jeff Lessard, regional sales manager.
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Philadelphia NAWIC Releases Inspiring New Children’s Book
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Philadelphia Foundation has released In the Construction Zone: An Activity Book, a constructionthemed coloring and activity book designed to inspire creativity, problem-solving, and interest in the building trades among children.
The activity book features illustrations of women and men in construction roles, puzzles, safety tips, trivia and a comic strip that provides a glimpse into the daily lives of construction workers.
Originally introduced as a giveaway at NAWIC Philadelphia Foundation’s Block Kids Building Competition, the new edition has been expanded and is now available for purchase nationwide on Amazon.
“We wanted to create a children’s activity book that not only celebrates construction but also showcases women in the industry,” said Mary Gaffney, president of NAWIC Philadelphia Foundation and president and owner of GEM Mechanical Services.
“When we saw how much kids enjoyed the original version, we knew we had to make it bigger and share it with a wider audience. This book gives them the chance to imagine themselves as future builders, leaders and innovators in construction.”
The book goes beyond activities by encouraging children to explore how their individual skills and interests can align with construction careers. It also highlights pathways to these roles, from skilled trades to management positions.
The book maintains a strong connection to the foundation’s Philadelphia roots.
Characters are inspired by local construction workers, teachers, and students, and the cover artwork features iconic Philadelphia landmarks, including City Hall, the Comcast Technology Center, Christ Church Philadelphia and Carpenters’ Hall.
“If they can see it, they can be it,” Gaffney said. “We want children, especially girls, to envision themselves thriving in the construction industry — as tradespeople, project managers, or even as company owners.”
Proceeds from book sales will support NAWIC Philadelphia Foundation’s programs, including scholarships for young women pursuing careers in construction, the Mentoring Young Women in Construction (MyWIC) summer camps and the annual Block Kids Building Competition.
In the Construction Zone: An Activity Book is available for purchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/dVHpF2h.
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NYSDOT’s I-81 Viaduct Project Consists of Eight Contracts
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billion, making it the largest project in the DOT’s history.
The I-81 project consists of eight contracts. The first two contracts include preparatory work in the interchanges north and south of the city of Syracuse and are approximately 50 percent complete. Both were awarded to separate contractors who formed joint venture partnerships to build out the essentials contained in the first two contracts. Contract 1 is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2025 with the second finishing in the spring of 2026. Contracts 3, 4 and 5, which are on the interior portions of the city of Syracuse, are just getting under way and will be completed in late 2026 and early 2027, respectively.
Contract 1’s joint venture of contractors is called Salt City Constructors (SCC) consisting of Cold Spring Construction, Lancaster Development and DA Collins Construction. Contract 2’s team of contractors, called Central New York Alliance (CNY), is a joint venture consisting of Rifenburg Construction, Economy Paving and A. Servidone/B. Anthony Construction.The work of these New York contractors will enhance transportation from downtown to University Hill, an important corridor for jobs, medicine and higher education.
Elizabeth Parmley is NYSDOT’s I-81 project director overseeing the undertaking while Christopher Sheridan is the construction coordinator.
“We have had many conversations with the community during the planning and value their input,” said Parmley. “After all, they are the people who are living there and would be most affected. The initial study happened in 2013, and we did an environmental study in 2022 on behalf of the Federal Highways.”
Although the focus of the project is I-81, planners had to consider the effects of I-481, which serves as a bypass on the eastern side of the city and I-690, which serves as a major east-west artery through the city. The project will build a community grid of streets including new entry points to I690 and making I-481 more robust to handle additional traffic loads during the I-81 construction. In its final state, I-481 will be re-designated I-81.
The new construction will bring I-81 to street level for just more than a mile, reviving community life and giving residents easier access to stores, schools and homes. This atstreet level section of I-81 will be re-designated as Business Loop 81.
Many Upgrades
Of course, bringing a rebirth to the I-81, I-481 area means many upgrades. Syracuse has changed dramatically since the 1950s-1960s. Workers on contract one will maintain at least two lanes in each direction of the interstate during construction. Contract 1 also will widen bridges to accommodate auxiliary lanes, reconfigure a cloverleaf for traffic mobility and safety, build two direct connect flyover ramps and install approximately 30,000 ft. of noise barriers. Some existing bridges will be rehabilitated to assure good performance to extend their service life for 30 years or more. Contract 1 calls for three bridge rehabs, four new bridges and one total bridge replacement.
To contend with Syracuse’s potential copious snowfalls the region is famous for Sheridan said, “Although the traffic lanes are 12 feet wide on the interstate, we require contractors to maintain shoulder widths wide enough to push the
Workers form the Bridge #4 end abutment leveling pad.
Crews backfill and compact a Gravix retaining wall.
Crews remove a wing wall on a bridge during the I-81 Viaduct project.
Workers perform bridge demolition on the I-81 Viaduct project.
Workers replace bolts on a bridge during the I-81 Viaduct project.
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More than 100 participants and staff from the United States, Canada and Europe gathered in Virginia for the 2024 North American Sales and Seminar Training.
Liebherr USA Co. earthmoving and material handling technology team held the 2024 North American Sales and Training Seminar for both internal and external distribution network participants. Liebherr employees from the United States, Canada and Europe participated and supported the event.
“We are thrilled to host this year’s North American Sales and Training Seminar. Based on the excellent feedback from last year’s national training, we are pleased to expand this
event and welcome our colleagues and sales professionals from Canada further reflecting on the importance of the North American market to the Liebherr Group,” said Kai Friedrich, managing director of Liebherr USA Co. and divisional director of earthmoving and material handling technology.
Poorly Fitting PPE Can Pose Risks to Women Workers
OSHA Updates Safety Bulletin On Head Protection
OSHA knows that every year in addition to slips, trips and falls, U.S. construction workers have accidents as the result of falling objects and equipment.
Construction workers especially are susceptible to these injuries because of the environment in which they work.
OSHA’s “Head Protection: Safety Helmets in the Workplace” safety and health information bulletin addresses the issue, as follows:
“Proper head protection is crucial in work environments with falling objects, struck-by, overhead electrical hazards, and risks from slips, trips and falls.”
The agency updated the bulletin in April of this year, after first releasing the document a year ago, according to Dennis Capizzi of MSA.
Capizzi, segment marketing manager for protection products for the safety equipment provider, wrote about the update for Occupational Health & Safety.
He said the update was issued to help clarify some key points about head protection types, classes and considerations when selecting a solution.
OSHA believes with a thorough understanding of the benefits and capabilities of head protection options, informed decisions can be made on selection and use.
Modern head protection varies in styles and levels of protection, allowing employers and workers to choose what’s most appropriate for the job, said OSHA.
“Employers must conduct a hazard assessment at their job site,” advises the agency.
“Based on the workplace hazards,” the contractor can then “determine whether head protection is necessary and, if so, the most appropriate type.”
environment,” said J.J. Keller & Associates.
The safety compliance company said employers, manufacturers and regulators “must prioritize the development and provision of women-specific PPE.”
In fact, OSHA’s final rule on construction PPE fit requirements is under review by the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA).
In noting the rule’s final review, Safety and Health said OSHA expects no increase in employers’ costs or compliance burdens as a result of any rule rewrites.
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Sent to OIRA in mid-November, the rule intends to align with PPE fit requirements of OSHA’s general industry and maritime standards.
Historically, PPE was designed for a workforce dominated by men. But construction worker demographics are changing. Today, the construction rule only requires that gear be “of safe design and construction for the work to be performed,” Safety and Health Magazine writes.
OSHA knows access to properly fitting PPE for physically smaller construction workers has been a concern in the industry for some time now. In 2021, the BLS reported that women comprised roughly 11 percent of the construction workforce. Those numbers have continuously grown in recent years.
Gina Godeen of ohsonline.com notes that poorly-fitted PPE can pose significant safety risks for women workers.
“Loose-fitting apparel, for example, can get caught in
machinery, compromising worker safety,” she said. “Similarly, gloves that do not fit correctly can decrease grip, leading to accidents.”
OSHA has proper fit requirements in place but “it’s not technically incorporated into the construction regulations,” said Godeen.
In July 2023, OSHA published a proposed rule for PPE in construction. It clarifies that the gear must fit each employee properly. The end goal of the rule is that PPE protect workers from occupational hazards, aligning with OSHA’s general industry standards.
“Improperly fitting PPE may fail to provide protection to an employee,” said Godeen.
Improper fit may “present additional hazards, or discourage employees from using it in the workplace,” she added.
Plus, poorly fitting PPE also can hinder task performance, slowing work and resulting in less-efficient operations.
Godeen included comment from a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) study in which a woman worker shared her experience.
“They gave me a welding leather jacket that was a foot longer than my hand and humongous gloves [so that] I couldn’t even pick anything up.”
Because properly fitting PPE is crucial, it is essential for employers to offer PPE in women’s sizes to better accommodate their entire workforce, said Godeen.
In the “shrink it and pink it” approach to PPE design, men’s safety gear is simply made smaller and colored differently.
That “just doesn’t cut it” as far as the unique safety needs
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Half of the women who responded to a recent survey on PPE availability said they regularly have trouble finding PPE that fits them properly. PPE from page 1
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of women are concerned, said Godeen, content editor of J.J. Keller.
“Women’s bodies are not just smaller versions of men’s,” she said. “They have distinct anatomical differences.”
Those physical differences require specially designed PPE to ensure proper fit and protection, she concluded.
She pointed out that women typically have shorter torsos and wider hips compared with men.
“This difference … means that PPE like vests, jackets and harnesses must be tailored to fit shorter upper bodies and accommodate wider hip areas,” said Godeen.
And this has to be achieved without compromising safety or comfort because ill-fitting PPE can lead to discomfort and safety hazards. Those potential safety hazards included restricted movement or increased risk of entanglement, she said.
“Additionally, women generally have smaller hands and fingers ... Gloves designed for men’s hands can result in a poor grip and reduced dexterity.”
For women, this results in increased risk of accidents when handling tools and equipment.
“Properly designed gloves for women should fit snugly, allowing for better control and comfort,” said Godeen.
Footwear is another critical area where gender-specific design is necessary, she believes, because women’s feet are often narrower with higher arches.
So, safety shoes and boots that do not consider these differences can lead to discomfort, poor posture and even long-term musculoskeletal problems, said Godeen.
Participating in a 2024 J.J. Keller survey, 84 percent of female respondents explained that they have found proper fit to be a challenge. In total, 50 percent said that they “regularly” have trouble finding well-fitting PPE; 34 percent said it happens “once in a while.”
In fact, only 16 women said they’ve never experienced this problem, according to J.J. Keller’s survey results.
“PPE must be designed based on female anthropometric data to ensure that it fits correctly and provides adequate protection,” said Godeen.
Solutions for Every Body Type
Fortunately, many manufacturers now offer PPE specifically designed for women, Godeen has found.
“These innovations have addressed the unique anatomical needs of women, ensuring better fit, comfort and protection,” she said.
Manufacturers of PPE gear have heard their customers, said Godeen, and have found several design solutions. She lists the following:
• High-Visibility Apparel: Manufacturers
now offer high-visibility vests designed with women’s body shapes in mind.
These vests often come in various styles, such as lime or orange polyester mesh with a drawstring waist and zipper enclosure.
These options not only ensure that workers are highly visible but also that the vests fit comfortably, enhancing
safety and compliance.
• Hand Protection: Women’s gloves have seen considerable improvements in recent years.
Designed for improved grip, extra warmth, or abrasion and cut protection, these gloves come in sizes ranging from extra small to double extra-large.
• Eye Protection: Safety glasses are now available in different shapes and sizes to fit various facial structures.
These glasses cater to the unique facial dimensions of women, providing a secure and comfortable fit that doesn’t slip off the nose, helping prevent eye injuries.
• Foot Protection: Safety shoes also have advanced to be specifically tailored to women’s foot sizes.
Proper fitting footwear helps prevent injuries related to poor fit, such as slips, trips, and falls.
These shoes provide better support and comfort, reducing the risk of long-term musculoskeletal issues.
Overall, these advancements in women-specific PPE represent a significant step forward in workplace safety and inclusivity.
“Manufacturers are helping to ensure that women are adequately protected, comfortable and efficient in their roles,” said Godeen.
She encourages employers to “take several important steps moving forward” in providing properly-fitting PPE for all employees:
First, said Godeen, it is essential that contractors conduct regular PPE assessments of their inventory.
“These evaluations should focus specifically on the needs of female employees, identifying any gaps or inadequacies in the current PPE offerings.”
“By regularly assessing these needs,” she said, “employers can stay ahead of potential issues and ensure all workers have access to necessary protective equipment.”
Next, employers should stock a variety of women-specific PPE sizes, because maintaining an inventory that includes PPE for women’s bodies is crucial.
“This ensures that all female employees, regardless of their body type, can find PPE that fits them properly,” said Godeen.
“An inclusive range of sizes helps in providing better protection and comfort,” she added.
Employers should actively seek out and listen to the experiences and suggestions of their female employees regarding PPE fit and comfort.
“By continuously collecting and acting on feedback, employers can make informed adjustments to their PPE offerings,” said Godeen. “Finally, collaboration with suppliers is essential to ensure a steady supply of appropriately sized PPE for women.”
Employers should work closely with their suppliers to source women-specific PPE and address any shortages or gaps in availability.
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Traditionally, protective gear, including hard hats, was designed for men. But simply reducing the dimensions of larger-sized PPE is not the answer, safety engineers have found.
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Women-specific PPE must meet their needs, including vests, jackets and harnesses tailored to fit shorter upper bodies and wider hip areas.
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Terex Utilities Hosts Its 46th Annual Hands-On Training
Terex Utilities held its 46th annual Hands-On Training at its manufacturing facility in Watertown, S.D. The program provided the opportunity for customers, dealers and rental partners to operate Terex digger derricks and aerial devices in different applications.
Thirty-six participants from across the United States and Canada rotated through seven different stations. The digger derrick stations included digging holes, setting poles and setting screwanchors. The aerial device stations involved changing out a transformer, setting up and performing a three-phase lift, and changing out an insulator. Participants also were instructed on top controls and how to operate a backyard unit.
The final day provided the opportunity to experience line building as a team.
“Every [Terex] team member was incredibly informative and overly nice. The structure of the program is well designed and keeps the trainees engaged,” said one of the participants on the post-event survey.
“Hands On is geared toward anyone who works for a utility or one of our partners — whether they are a fleet manager, lineman, mechanic or work in the office,” said Kenny Vlasman, customer service manager of Terex Utilities. “At the end of the day, we
want them to go back to work with an understanding of our equipment — what the equipment is, how it operates, and its purpose.”
David Walleser, a fleet mechanic of Dairyland Power in La Crosse, Wis., said the August Hands-On program made him feel more comfortable, with a better understanding of how a piece of machinery works.
“It is easy to be intimidated by a piece of equipment you don’t understand,” he said.
“Coming here has opened my eyes on what these machines are capable of and what they do on a daily basis. This is critical to support Dairyland’s No. 1 priority of safety.”
Vonnie Eldridge is an accountant with Scott Powerline, a Terex rental partner. She explained that going through the Hands-On program gave her a better understanding of the industry overall and the importance of her teams’ role when they rent or sell Terex equipment to the electric utility industry.
“Hands On definitely gave me a better appreciation of the people who do this on a daily basis — from the mechanics who work on the equipment to the linemen in the field,” said Eldridge. For more information, visit www.terex.com/utilities.
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Monroe Tractor Names New Binghamton Branch Manager
Ed Bigelow has been named branch manager of Monroe Tractor’s Binghamton, N.Y., location.
Bigelow will be responsible for all store operations, continuing to build strong customer relationships and leading his team with the high standards he is known for during his sales career.
Monroe Tractor’s promise to its customers is “we are here to keep you doing your job.” The company strives to bring the best products and the best in customer service, which is why it is confident Bigelow will be an asset as Binghamton’s branch manager.
Bigelow is a graduate of SUNY Morrisville’s animal science department and is connected to the agriculture business as a farmer himself. He is no newcomer to Binghamton: Bigelow is an 11-year veteran with Monroe Tractor, having most recently been Binghamton’s agriculture sales representative.
“I look forward to leading Binghamton’s exceptional team, and meeting even more customers within our territory,” said Bigelow. “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
“If you have had the opportunity to meet or work with Ed, you’ll know that he is passionate and dedicated to the agriculture and construction field and goes above and beyond to take care of his customers,” said Greg Downing, director of operations. “Ed carries his positive attitude to the branch manager position; we know he will be a great fit for our customers.”
With 18 locations across New York State, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut and Vermont, Monroe Tractor offers a full line of Case IH agriculture equipment, CASE construction equipment, CLAAS, Kuhn, Husky, H&S, J&M, Chandler, Wirtgen Group products for your roadbuilding work, Screen Machine, Talbert and Towmaster trailers, Kage, Arctic, and Metal Pless snow removal attachments, Precision Farming products to keep you on track, and many other product brands to keep you in the field and on the job site.
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Prioritize Maintenance to Maximize Machine Value
By Mike Fitzgerald SPECIAL TO CEG
We all know the revenue needle stops moving during unexpected downtime. That’s why preventive maintenance is so important.
Your ability to protect your assets and prolong their lifespan is largely dependent on creating a consistent maintenance plan.
Here are five proactive maintenance tips that will keep your machines operating optimally and help mitigate unexpected downtime.
Be Consistent
First and foremost, it is crucial to adhere to the operation and maintenance manual recommendations specific to your equipment. These manuals provide detailed information on maintenance intervals, related parts, and include instructions and diagrams to facilitate proper upkeep.
Whether you’re operating a compact track loader, skid-steer loader, compact excavator, tractor, telehandler or any other machine — regular equipment inspections are essential.
Assessing wear points and evaluating machine parts and functionality are crucial steps to ensure equipment operates at peak performance. Consistent visual inspection is a great way to identify potential issues
before they become larger problems that may require more support and money to repair.
Operators should perform an inspection around the machine prior to each day’s use to make sure there are no major concerns.
Are your attachments performing properly? Are there significant wear points on your tires or tracks? It’s important to check parts and components, taking special care to spot any loose or broken parts that, should be repaired, and lubricate components as needed.
Inspect Fluid Levels and Filters
Fluids — including engine oils, coolant, hydraulic fluid and drive motor lubricants — need to be checked regularly and in some instances, daily. To better understand the maintenance intervals for fluid levels and filters on your equipment, you should always check the operation and maintenance manual, which is typically stored in the machine’s cab.
Using the wrong lubricants can lead to unnecessary repairs, so make sure to work with your dealership to match fluids to the proper ambient temperatures and to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Additionally, changing filters on a consistent basis can help reduce potential system contamination and extend the life of core components.
Check the Battery
Make sure the battery of your machine is in good working condition with no visible signs of wear or damage. If you disconnect the battery during non-working seasons, such as winter, be sure it’s reconnected properly and is fully charged. Connections on the battery should be clean to prevent hard starting and charging issues.
For electric equipment like the Bobcat T7X compact track loader, E10e and E19e compact excavators, or the ZT6000e zeroturn mower, battery charging is even more important. By design, these innovative machines can carry a charge for a full day’s work, but it’s essential that equipment is proactively charged during non-working hours, so the equipment is ready to tackle tomorrow’s toughest jobs.
Assess Tires, Tracks
Job sites or projects with challenging terrain can put strain on your equipment, and your tires and tracks are not immune.
Construction, landscaping, demolition and forestry job sites can create significant wear on tires. To start each workday, operators should check tire pressure, tread depth, dirt or substance buildups, tire valve caps and sidewalls.
When it comes to tracks, proper track tension ensures top performance and extends the life of the undercarriage. Tracks must not be too loose or too tight, this will aid in minimizing downtime, reduce wear on the track drive components and ensure your machine is properly setup to navigate job site terrain.
Prepare Equipment Attachments Ahead of Time
Attachments require the same maintenance attention as the machine itself. Visual checks of the hydraulic hoses, cylinders and guards on the attachments can help determine if wear or damage has occurred. Everything that engages with the ground should also be looked at for wear and damage.
Connect attachments and operate them briefly to make sure the attachment works properly before taking it to the job site. Similarly to the fluid of your machine, check attachment-specific fluid levels and change them as needed.
Having often-used parts and components accessible can significantly reduce the time required to perform planned maintenance, which translates to more working hours and serving your valued customers.
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Smyrna, Ga.-Based SISO Air Announces Strategic Partnership With InTerra Inc.
SISO Air, based in Smyrna, Ga., announced a strategic partnership with InTerra Incorporated of Huntsville, Ala. SISO Air is a recognized leader in providing advanced solutions and expertise in the construction and other industries focusing on UAS technologies.
Through this collaboration, SISO Air will resell InTerra’s SmarTarget, a GPS-enabled ground control point designed for enhanced accuracy and efficiency in mapping and surveying projects. By choosing Made in America products, customers can expect high-quality standards, local support and a commitment to sustainability, ensuring that they receive reliable tools that meet their needs effectively, the company said. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the drone surveying industry, combining expertise and innovation. By partnering with SISO Air, known for its expertise in delivering intelligent systems that enhance operational performance, InTerra is expanding its reach and ensuring that more businesses have access to innovative tools that drive precision and success. Together, the companies are excited to provide customers with solutions that elevate project outcomes and set new standards in the industry.
“At SISO Air, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation,” said Ed Upchurch, president of SISO Air. “Our partnership with InTerra to resell the SmarTarget solution empowers businesses to achieve new levels of precision and operational success.”
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InTerra is a leader in the drone mapping and surveying industry, known for its innovative SmarTarget product. SmarTarget is a GPS-enabled ground control point that offers pinpoint precision, rugged durability and seamless integration with any drone and mapping software. InTerra’s solutions empower surveyors, construction managers, and geospatial professionals to enhance project accuracy, reduce costs and streamline operations.
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By partnering with InTerra to resell the SmarTarget solution, SISO Air is leveraging its industry leadership to expand into new technology-driven markets. This collaboration aims to deliver a comprehensive solution that enhances operational accuracy and decision-making across sectors. By combining SISO Air’s expertise with InTerra’s innovative targeting technology, the partnership will provide customers with advanced tools for improved performance and strategic growth.
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InTerra Incorporated’s CEO Larry Donelson presents his company’s products at a recent SISO Air drone and software demo in Savannah, Ga.
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Terex Supports Breast Cancer Research During 2024 Rodeo
Terex Utilities displayed various operator aids and tools during the International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo, held Oct. 16 to 19, in Bonner Springs and Overland Park, Kan.
What stood out the most was the Terex Stand Alone Core Barrel auger tool, painted in custom pink colors, and backed by a “Digging for a Cure” banner promoting Breast Cancer Awareness.
“Every year, Terex Utilities recognizes and supports October Breast Cancer Awareness month,” said Justin Pinkalla, regional sales manager.
As in years past, visitors were invited to sign the banner to show their support of breast cancer research. The company also will donate $1,000 to the Susan G. Komen Foundation Midwest Region, which invests in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer.
Two of the products on display in the Terex utilities booth help digger derrick operators improve efficiencies in drilling applications. The custom pink Stand Alone Core Barrel auger tool can increase productivity when drilling hard rock, such as limestone material, when a flighted auger will not do the job. The core barrel tool fits directly on a standard Kelly bar and can be stowed like a standard auger on the boom, eliminating the need for any attachments or having to remove for transportation, the company said.
“Terex is the only digger derrick manufacturer that also manufactures auger tooling,” Greg Adler, regional account manager of
Auger Tooling, said. “We understand how to design auger tools for maximum productivity and efficiency for the entire application.”
Also on display was the Terex Hollow Kelly Bar, which allows distribution crews to easily install screw anchors when used versus the traditional locking dog and square bars. Digger derrick operators can shave minutes off the process for every screw anchor that needs to be installed.
Terex Utilities’ design combines the auger extension shaft and screw anchor drive. The screw anchor rod inserts directly into the hollow Kelly Bar, eliminating the need for a screw anchor adaptor on the digger derrick.
“This helps eliminate manual handling, improves safety through less lifting, and increases productivity,” said Adler.
Finally, Terex displayed the HyPower SmartPTO by Viatec, a simple and reliable ePTO system that reduces idling, increases fuel savings, and minimized noise and air pollution by utilizing plug in electric power to operate the equipment. The SmartPTO powers the primary unit and auxiliary functions as well as directly powering lights and the optional integrated cab A/C using factory vents and controls.
The SmartPTO comes standard with a 14kWh battery, which gets most crews through the normal workday. In the higher-use applications, an optional 21-kWh battery is available.
For more information, visit www.terex.com/utilities.
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As in years past, visitors were invited to sign the banner to show their support for breast cancer research.
Volvo wheel loaders can help you speed up cycle times to improve your bottom line.
You’ll get more power, fuel efficiency and uptime while staying comfortably productive — that means you can confidently take on all your toughest jobs to earn more.
Contact your local Volvo dealer and learn how Volvo wheel loaders can help you lower your operating costs for a better ROI.
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Komplet Jaw Crusher Helps N.J. Biz Save Time, Money
For a small family construction company to be able to celebrate 20 years in business is quite an achievement due to the industry’s often unforgiving economic realities.
Despite that, Lancha Construction in Monroe Township, N.J., northeast of Trenton, has managed to carve out a niche for itself in the region by staying true to itself as a concrete and paving contractor for the area’s different municipalities.
Another factor that has kept Lancha in business is its dedication to hard work, a trait that its co-founder, Rogerio Lancha, brought with him from his native Portugal. Now semi-retired from actively running the company, he has passed on the leadership role to his son, Paul, who was his partner in starting the firm and today serves as its president and owner.
But just because Rogerio Lancha stepped away from overseeing field operations for the construction firm approximately two years ago, that does not mean he has stopped working there. Rather, his son said that the elder Lancha currently oversees the company’s yard, where he operates — among other machines — its Komplet K-JC704 mobile jaw crusher.
“To be honest with you, what my father is doing is a good thing because it is a lot less stressful environment for him,” Lancha said. “And, of course, being from Portugal, he did
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Rogerio Lancha (L) and Paul Lancha of Lancha Construction, based in Monroe Township, N.J.
After having used other crushers and screeners in the past, Paul Lancha said that when he and his father were shopping for a new machine, they quickly became impressed with the simplicity of the Komplet jaw crusher’s mechanics. see
Making RCA Proves to Be Win-Win for Lancha Construction
“Not only are we saving on the material and the material disposal but saving time as well. It has worked out very well for us in that sense.”
not want to leave the field so soon.”
As a small, family-run operation, Lancha Construction is a fully unionized general contractor specializing in utility work, including concrete drainage, curb and gutter and sidewalk jobs, in addition to road improvements and paving projects.
It employs eight people in the field full-time and hires subcontractors to handle the paving jobs for its clients, 99 percent of which are small New Jersey municipalities.
“With our being located in central Jersey, we usually travel within an hour radius of Monroe Township,” Lancha said. “We can go in any direction; we do a lot of jobs in Union Township, closer to Newark, or to Old Bridge, or as far east as Rumson Township. We’re all over the place.”
Making RCA Is Win-Win for Lancha
Much of Lancha Construction’s work involves breaking up old concrete surfaces and, typically, at the end of each work day, Paul Lancha’s crews must dispose of several truckloads of material that cannot be brought back to its yard.
Rather than paying someone to haul off the entire amount of old pavement, the company brings back at least one load to its property each day to be crushed by Rogerio Lancha into 0.75-in.-size recycled crushed aggregate, or RCA.
“What that does is keep Dad busy,” Lancha said. “He will go crazy if he is not busy.”
By doing so, he said, Lancha Construction is not only able to reuse the crushed concrete for its own projects, such as regrading underneath curbs, sidewalks and pavement, but save substantial amounts of time and money for the budget-conscious family company and allow it to further its environmentally friendly practices.
“So, we are saving, let’s say, $200 to bring a load in, and another $200 to take it out — that is $400 a day,” Lancha said. “It does not seem like a lot, but it adds up.”
The remaining four loads of broken concrete, particularly
if they came from a job an hour or more away from the Lancha office, would then be taken to a nearby concrete plant, which would charge the contractor a dumping fee.
“It also saves us time,” he added. “For example, at the end of the day, the plants close at 3:30 p.m. If the driver can’t make it to one in time, and we have a truck loaded, that would mean he would bring it back here, and the next morning go back to the concrete plant, dispose of that old concrete and pick up new material.”
If, instead, that same truck driver comes to the Lancha yard late in the work day and drops off the old concrete to be crushed in time for him to load up RCA the next morning, the repurposed concrete is ready to be used once again at a job site.
“It saves us at least two hours during the day,” Lancha said. “Not only are we saving on the material and the material disposal but saving time as well. It has worked out very well for us in that sense.”
To help accomplish those savings, and with so much concrete to process, the company purchased a Komplet KJC704 mobile jaw crusher in January 2023 from the Komplet America master distributor in Hillsborough, N.J.
With it, the elder Lancha is able to process a single load of concrete in just a couple of hours, according to his son.
“We went with a little bigger model, one that was perfect for us because, as I said, we don’t sell any material — it is
just for us to reuse concrete,” said Paul Lancha. “We felt this machine was the right size for us because we are not looking to process very big amounts even though this crusher can do up to 10 loads of material a day. For a small company like us with a small operation, it is perfect.”
Lancha Purchases Komplet Jaw Crusher for Its Simplicity
After having used other crushers and screeners in the past, he said that when he and his father were shopping for a new machine, they quickly became impressed with the simplicity of the Komplet jaw crusher’s mechanics.
“It is simpler because it is all hydraulic-powered,” he said. “There is no electrical generator, and it is easy to maintain.”
Another key point in the Komplet jaw crusher’s favor, Lancha said, is the relative ease with which it extracts rebar and wire from old concrete. The machine is adept at pulling steel components from the material via its powerful magnetic separator.
That function is an important one for companies like Lancha Construction that often must remove unwanted debris from concrete and pavement.
“Some of it comes with wire mesh, although not a lot of rebar, but we do get that sometimes, too,” he said. “We break
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Lancha Construction has managed to carve out a niche for itself in the region by staying true to itself as a concrete and paving contractor for the area’s different municipalities.
By using the Komplet K-JC704 mobile jaw crusher, Lancha Construction is not only able to reuse the crushed concrete for its own projects, such as re-grading underneath curbs, sidewalks and pavement, but save substantial amounts of time and money.
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Family Biz Focuses On Quality of Work, Not Size of Job
When Lancha Construction began, it worked on building driveways and concrete steps, but after it became bonded, it moved up to performing municipal projects, a sector of the industry in which both Rogerio and Paul Lancha were experienced. Lancha Construction brings back at least one load to its property each day to be crushed into 0.75-in.-size recycled crushed aggregate, or RCA.
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up concrete into smaller pieces with a hammer excavator before we throw it into the crusher because the pieces are often too big, but you cannot get all the rebar and wire mesh out that way. With the Komplet jaw crusher, the wire and rebar will come through the hopper and as it enters the belt, its magnetic separator extracts it in the end. It is all done very well.”
Lancha Construction’s own mechanic has been able to keep up with the Komplet’s preventive maintenance — about the only service the piece of equipment has needed since the company acquired it almost two years ago.
Although Komplet machinery has been in existence for 25 years, it has only been over the past seven years when it has become known to the U.S. marketplace through Komplet America. Lancha noted that as Komplet is still a relatively new product line in the U.S., he and his technicians are still learning from Komplet America what parts need to be switched out and how often.
“We changed one of the back plates recently because they tend to get worn out more often,” he said. “When the problem came up, I called Komplet America because we have a good relationship with them. They are excellent to work with and anything that we have needed so far, they have in stock and, if they didn’t, they would order it. They took my mechanic through the process to change the plate, and it was very simple.”
His technician was trained by Lancha Construction’s Komplet representative shortly after the K-JC704 mobile jaw crusher was purchased and has since received further instructions on how to change other components on the machine.
“They have come down to our facility a couple times and shown my mechanic how the system works so that we can
do it ourselves in the future. Like I said, it is not a hard machine to understand and Komplet has been 100 percent helpful with everything.”
Among the other equipment in the Lancha Construction fleet are a Kubota KX57 excavator with an FRD hammer attachment that Paul Lancha said is used to break up old cement, and an older John Deere 310-J backhoe that works in the company’s yard to load the Komplet crusher.
“We also have three other John Deere backhoes that we use in the field, along with a larger Kubota KX80 model, four Scania dump trucks and two Dynapac rollers, one of which is older that we keep in the yard,” he said. “Although we subcontract out much of our paving work, we use the Dynapacs for smaller stuff. Plus, we have both a John Deere and a Bobcat skid steer.”
He noted that his crews have used the Scania-brand dump trucks since the company’s beginning, and each one of its current fleet of trucks are older models.
“We have a guy up north that rebuilds them up to standard and almost from scratch,” Lancha added. “He rebuilds the engines, he rebuilds the transmissions, and he puts new bodies on them, but we have had those for a long time.”
Lancha Brings Tremendous Work Ethic to Each Job
Paul Lancha noted that he and his family came from very humble beginnings in Portugal before arriving in the United States just a few decades ago.
“When I came to America, I was 12 years old,” he said, adding that his family had lived in the city of Aveiro, near the Atlantic coast.
“After high school I went straight to work with my father, who has been in construction all his life. It was tough
because he wanted me to stay in school and I decided not to do that, so he pushed me hard and after a couple of years, I got used to it. I began liking it more and more to the point that I started thinking to myself, ‘This could be something very good if I did my own thing.’
“That was the hunger we had back then,” Lancha added. “We wanted to do better things. So, when I was 23 years old, I started my own business to be my own boss and help our family.”
As a result, the entire company is made up of extended family members, many of whom are his cousins and uncles.
“In fact, my future son-in-law and all of our subcontractors are in my cousin’s company, which does all our paving work,” he said.
When Lancha Construction began, it worked on building driveways and concrete steps, but after it became bonded, it moved up to performing municipal projects, a sector of the industry in which both he and his father were experienced.
Eventually, they joined the New Jersey Laborers unions, Locals 472 and 825, and began to take on larger projects. Lancha said they also saw to it that their employees were paid a fair wage and focused their efforts on making the business profitable.
“As I said, we are not a big company, but we do big work and sometimes it’s not about the size,” he said. “For about the past three years, we decided that we wanted to do more quality work instead of just more work. And by keeping the company compact and having the family involved, we have come up with a better way for us to do the best job for our clients.” CEG
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Crews to Use Embedded Tubing to Keep Bridges Warm Enough to Cure Concrete
snow to in winter.”
Another method used to contend with the cold weather and help the project stay on schedule is the team also embedded tubing in the bridges to circulate glycol, a common ingredient in antifreeze.
“This system will keep our bridges warm enough for the 28 days the concrete will need to cure to reach full strength,” said Sheridan. “After curing is complete, we will flush the glycol and pump grout into the tubing to assure there are no voids in the tubing.”
Syracuse’s reputation for snow is well deserved. One survey ranked it No. 1 in America, with neighboring cities Buffalo and Rochester also in the top five. However, this past winter was an exception and the contractors took advantage by pushing the construction ahead of schedule.
The project will use normal equipment including excavators, dozers and paving equipment. But the size of the work also will require huge heavylift cranes and pile-driving equipment.
“We will be using drones to help us capture progress photos and video, LIDAR to calculate the quantities of materials and stockpiles,” said Sheridan.
Drone teams had to manage flight patterns carefully and follow FAA protocols as the Syracuse Airport and local hospital medivac facilities surround the perimeter of the Contract 1 project area. In addition, contractors installed their own GPS survey and wireless network towers at the beginning of the project. This network helps field crews with access to project plans, data, survey and automated machine control.
Traffic Management
Traffic management is always challenging in a large, busy project like this one. Contractors were required to maintain two lanes of traffic during commuter hours. The interstate was
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closed for some night periods during bridge demolition, steel removal and erection.
Other traffic challenges included managing the construction around the JMA Wireless Dome, the home for numerous Syracuse University sporting events and community activities.
Also, the New York State Fair dominates the area for over a week in late summer, drawing some one million people.
The construction teams were prepared for the stop-start schedule and pressed ahead with other activities including building acrylic noise walls, many 15 ft. high. The construction team uses a digitally controlled suction
arm to lift the acrylic panels off the trucks and insert them into place.
Workers used several environmentally friendly techniques as part of the construction plan.
“The team used performance-engineered mix concrete [PEM] to lower the carbon footprint of the project,” said Sheridan. “These mixes were specially designed to require less cement.”
When bridges and other structures are demolished, the concrete will be used as subgrade support for new roads and as embankment fill. This means fewer truck trips to deliver material and less material used overall than when the viaduct was first built.
Another environmental trend will fit the project’s emphasis on using warm-mix asphalt.
“Warm mix will be delivered to workers at 230-250 degrees, some 50 degrees cooler than traditional mixes,” said Sheridan. “The cooler temperatures mean less energy to produce the mix and less emissions for the workers when they are installing the asphalt material on the interstates and streets in the city.”
For Sheridan, an important aspect of the project is the large number of new jobs it will create.
“We have incentivized the contractors to hire and if necessary, train new local workers for the jobs, so after the project is complete, there will be a legacy of workers left behind to work on future projects here.”
Parmley reflected on the benefits of the work for the community.
“The removal of the viaduct will enable the community to be reconnected and have more ways to get where they want to go,” she said. “The new shared-use path will allow people to use alternative means for transportation and exercise. The highway and street improvements will help people connect in new ways.”
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Crews install piers for the sound walls.
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SECTIONAttachments
Choosing the Right Attachments for Your Utility Job Site
In the utility industry, having the right equipment can significantly impact project efficiency and productivity. Attachments designed for utility applications are crucial in tasks like trenching, cutting and material handling. Below are some top utility attachments, focusing on key features and benefits.
Trencher
Trenchers are ideal for digging trenches in spaces near buildings, fences or other projects, making them a great solution for installing utility and irrigation systems, as well as power and water lines. Offering a range of models with various teeth and chain configurations, trenchers are designed to cut through even the toughest soil conditions.
Trenchers are a valuable attachment for maintenance crews, municipalities, landscape contractors and rental facilities.
Breakers
Trenchers are ideal for digging trenches in spaces near buildings, fences or other projects, making them a great solution for installing utility and irrigation systems, as well as power and water lines.
Both hydraulic and nitrogen breakers are designed to break up hard materials such as concrete and rock. Used primarily during construction or repairs of underground utilities, breakers can be attached to excavators or loaders to swiftly demolish obstacles.
Bobcat’s line of breakers offers precise, high-powered strikes, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient project progress and site maintenance.
Hydraulic breakers deliver maximum efficiency by matching the hydraulic capacity of the carrier to the breaker, allowing consistent machine-to-breaker performance.
The long piston stroke of the nitrogen breaker maximizes impact energy and reduces recoil. This breaker has a unique valve design that reduces pressure fluctuations and strain on the carrier’s hydraulic pumps.
Augers
Augers are essential for drilling holes in the ground for utility poles, fence posts and landscaping applications. Known for their efficiency and flexibility, augers offer a variety of bit sizes for different hole diameters. Their ability to handle challenging ground conditions, such as clay or rocky soil, makes them invaluable for utility applications like pole installations.
Grapples
For material handling, grapples are a versatile attachment, ideal for moving logs, debris and waste, especially during utility maintenance work. Industrial grapples are designed for heavy-duty work, allowing operators to efficiently lift, carry and place materials. They are particularly useful for clearing or removing debris obstructing utility lines.
Brush Cutter
Brush cutters are beneficial for clearing thick vegetation and overgrowth, making them especially useful for clearing foliage around power lines or preparing sites for utility installations. This helps improve visibility and accessibility. Maintaining utility corridors can be challenging, but brush cutters mounted on compact track loaders or skid-steer loaders make the job easier.
Wheel Saw
For cutting through concrete or asphalt, wheel saws are a go-to attachment. In utility repair work, where crews need access to underground lines, wheel saw attachments offer precision cuts, reducing the amount of material that needs to be excavated. This minimizes road damage and speeds up repair times, reducing disruptions to traffic and services.
Light Compaction
Utility contractors and operators may also benefit from light compaction equipment which includes rammers, forward plate compactors, reversible plate compactors and trench rollers. After placing cables or pipes, ensuring the stability and longevity of trenches is critical.
Light compaction machines compact soil, gravel or asphalt around utility trenches. By reducing the risk of soil settling over time, these machines help preserve the integrity of the installation.
Equipping machines with the right attachments is crucial to completing projects efficiently on any job site, including utility projects. Whether digging trenches, handling debris or performing precise cuts, the right tool can make a significant difference in jobsite efficiency and speed to completion.
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Breakers Updated...
Mecalac Launches Range of Hammers, Revolutionizing Efficiency On Working Sites
Mecalac, a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of compact machines for urban work sites, presented its range of hydraulic breakers: the MB30, MB40, MB50 and MB80 (MB, Mecalac breaker).
Offering four breakers of different calibers, Mecalac is able to respond effectively to a multitude of needs. In fact, by adjusting the combination of hammer model and machine size, it is possible to respond effectively to all levels of use, whether occasional or intensive, according to the manufacturer.
The MB30, MB40 and MB50, designed for excavators from 5.5 to 13.2 tons, are compact and lightweight, with a no-load protection system for added durability. They also offer additional operating comfort due to their suspensions, which help to
reduce noise pollution.
The MB80, designed for excavators from 9.9 to 17.6 tons, combines performance, robustness and ease of maintenance, with a protection system against dry striking and a soundproofed cradle equipped with suspensions. Its standard automatic greasing system simplifies daily maintenance.
Mecalac strives to improve working conditions for operators and productivity on construction sites. Its new breakers are lighter, quieter, more robust and offer optimum comfort for everyday use, the manufacturer said.
By investing in these new accessories, companies can increase their efficiency in the field and guarantee the success of their projects.
For more information, visit www.mecalac.com.
Diamond Mowers, a manufacturer of vegetation management attachments for tractors, skid steers and excavators, has launched a new website and expanded its resources to better serve its customers and dealers. This move reinforces the company’s commitment to being the premier partner for land management professionals.
The brand evolution introduces the tagline, “Attachments that Work as Hard as You Do,” shifting the focus from product features to customer empowerment. It highlights Diamond’s role as a trusted partner, offering innovative solutions and expert support to ensure the success of both customers and dealers in tackling their toughest challenges.
“These enhancements represent our ongoing commitment to our customers and dealers,” said Dan Stachel, executive vice president of Diamond Mowers. “We’re focused on providing the resources and support they need to succeed in their work.”
Unwavering Partnership, Service, Support
The new Diamond website showcases the company’s product offerings and serves as a hub for industry expertise and customer support. Designed with the user in mind, the site offers tools to assist in identifying the right equipment for the job, ensuring attachments are compatible with customer carriers, and providing transparency around MSRP to support the buying process.
The new site features:
• Enhanced resources to help dealers serve end-users more effectively
• Expanded industry resources and educational content
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• Real-world customer success stories and testimonials
• A refreshed visual identity reflecting the determination of Diamond’s customers
“These new tools and resources are designed to make our customers’ and dealers’ jobs easier,” added Stachel. “We’re committed to providing not just attachments, but the support needed to maximize productivity in the field.”
The website is now live at diamondmowers.com. Rebranding elements will be rolled out across all touchpoints, including marketing materials, social media and dealer communications in the coming months.
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SECTION Trucks & Trailers
Stellar Industries Debuts Aluminum Option for TMAX 3T
Stellar Industries, a 100 percent employeeowned and -operated manufacturer of high-quality mechanic trucks, cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, trailers and service truck and van accessories, announced the launch of the new Stellar TMAX 3T aluminum mechanic truck at MINExpo 2024.
This event marks the introduction of Stellar’s latest innovation ideal for mining and construction industries and beyond.
“We are so excited to unveil the aluminum version of the TMAX 3T mechanic truck,” said Tim Davison, vice president of sales and marketing at Stellar. “This lighter-weight, corrosion-resistant aluminum model exemplifies our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency and reliability in challenging environments.”
TMAX 3T Aluminum Mechanic Truck (Tandem Axle)
Suited for the demanding conditions of mining operations, construction sites and more, this aluminum variation of the popular steel TMAX tandem axle mechanic truck combines the benefits of lightweight construction with enhanced durability.
The TMAX 3T aluminum mechanic truck features increased payload capacity, superior corrosion resistance and an extruded top rail for convenient mounting. It also includes a robust steel crane compartment and a torsion box to withstand the toughest environments.
With a weight reduction of 1,587 lbs. compared to the steel model, the TMAX 3T aluminum mechanic truck maximizes payload and efficiency without sacrificing options or durability. This product launch underscores Stellar’s commitment to providing mining and construction professionals with a full range of aluminum mechanic truck options.
TM16160/28000 Large OTR Tire Service Truck
Stellar display the TM16160/28000 Large OTR tire service truck at MINExpo. Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of large-scale mining and construction operations,
this rugged tire service truck features a 20 ft. body for tire transport, ample compartments for tool storage and is equipped with the Stellar 110P, a two-stage, hydraulic-driven, air-cooled compressor that delivers 110 CFM at 175 psi, providing the air power needed for any task.
Stellar’s modified A-frame stabilizer design combines the stability of traditional A-frame stabilizers with the flexibility of out-and-down style outriggers. Dual cylinders and modified geometry provide enhanced stability at various widths, ensuring optimal performance on uneven terrain.
The TM16160/28000 features a highly versatile tire manipulator with +80 degrees to -24 degrees of articulation and 315 degree rotation. Continuous rotating pads and a clamping width of 158 in. allow it to handle tire and rim combinations up to 16,500 lbs., while its unique parallelogram design accommodates tires as small as 40 in.
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The TM16160/28000 Large OTR tire service truck is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of large-scale mining and construction operations.
The TMAX 3T aluminum mechanic truck features increased payload capacity, superior corrosion resistance and an extruded top rail for convenient mounting.
Kenworth T680 Returns to Ohio Plant With Capitol Tree
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A Kenworth T680, assembled by employees at Kenworth’s manufacturing plant in Chillicothe, Ohio, recently returned with special cargo — the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.
The T680, operated by Lynden drivers John Schank and Fred Austin, stopped at the Kenworth Chillicothe plant for a private event on Nov. 17 so Kenworth employees could see “The People’s Tree” before it completes its journey to Washington, D.C.
This year’s U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, a 74-ft. Sitka Spruce, was harvested from the Tongass National Forest in Alaska last month. Since its harvest, Schank and Austin have transported the tree to communities across the country for special events as part of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Tour.
This year’s tour theme is “Where Nature, People and Tradition Come Together.”
“Our employees were thrilled to again welcome the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree for a stop in Chillicothe,” said Doug VanZuiden, Kenworth Chillicothe plant manager. “It was extra special to host the Lynden drivers and the entire U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree project team for a tour of the
manufacturing plant where the T680 hauling this year’s tree was built.”
Lynden is this year’s official designated tour carrier and selected Schank and Austin to transport the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. Kenworth supplied the T680, which is equipped with a 76-in. sleeper and the PACCAR Powertrain featuring the PACCAR MX-13 engine rated at 455 hp, PACCAR TX-12 automated transmission and PACCAR DX-40 tandem rear axles.
The Kenworth T680 has a special graphic design created in honor of Alaska’s National Forests and is equipped with real-time GPS location tracking of the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree using Kenworth’s TruckTech+ connected truck technology. The tree can be tracked via interactive map.
This year marks the 11th consecutive year that a Kenworth truck will deliver the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. The tree will be delivered on Nov. 22 to the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. The annual tree lighting ceremony will be held in early December.
For more information, visit www.kenworth.com.
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The T680, operated by Lynden drivers John Schank and Fred Austin, stopped at the Kenworth Chillicothe plant for a private event on Nov.
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Snow and Ice Section
Western Reveals Stainless Steel Straight Blade Snowplow
Western Products, a manufacturer of snow and ice control equipment, generated a lot of excitement at the 2024 SIMA Snow & Ice Symposium in Pittsburgh when it revealed three new product lines.
“SIMA is the perfect time for us to share our new product offerings with the snow and ice control industry,” said Erin Hunt, snow control product manager of Western Products. “The quality, technology and innovation in our processes and products…it’s all for our customers. Our motivation is to give them exactly what they need to get the job done faster so they can service their clients and get out of the elements sooner.”
PRO-PLOW 3 Snowplow
The PRO-PLOW 3 Snowplow is a professional-grade straight blade with a 70degree attack angle that’s simple to operate and easy to maintain. It comes equipped with a high-carbon steel cutting edge to reduce wear and extend the life of the blade. Featuring the WESTERN POWER BAR for structural reinforcement, it offers the choice between an ULTRAFINISH powder coat surface or stainless steel option — the first ever stainless steel straight blade offered by Western Products.
PILE DRIVER XL Hydraulic-Wing Pusher Plow
The PILE DRIVER XL hydraulic-wing pusher plow is available in 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16 ft. widths, and features hydraulic, independent 3 ft. wings that provide 180-degree variable wing placement. With such versatility, this pusher plow can scoop and stack snow, and maneuver curbs and wide-open
spaces alike.
The independent 2 ft. sections of the cutting edge and the 3 ft. wing sections raise, oscillate and trip to adjust to surface contours and obstacles, ensuring consistent plowing performance and productivity. This maximizes the scraping performance of the plow, reducing the amount of salt needed for posttreatment.
MARAUDER Poly Hopper Spreader
The MARAUDER poly hopper spreader is professional-grade and available in 1.5 and 2.2 cu. yd. capacities with the option of either a pintle chain delivery system for thick, heavy deicing materials, or the all-new HELIXX shaftless auger for precise rock salt application. Made with durable, corrosion-resistant polyethylene, it features an extendedchute design to deliver smooth material flow with minimal leakage. The TriShield Pre-wet and Direct Liquid Application System accessory can be added to spread, pre-wet or spray all with one tool.
“Adding pre-wetting and direct application capabilities with Tri-Shield increases your versatility,” said Seth Bergerud, CSP, Parts & Accessories product manager of Western Products. “It allows any contractor to add brine and other deicing liquids to their granular capabilities, so they can optimize material usage and deliver superior service in any conditions.”
For more information, visit westernplows.com.
Hilltip Introduces IceStriker 8000 CM Combi Spreader
Hilltip has introduced the IceStriker 8000 CM Combi Spreader, featuring an industry-leading capacity of 8.0 cu. ft.
This truck-mounted unit is fully electric powered with the ability to spread bulk sand and gravel, bulk/bag salt, sand-salt mixes and fertilizers. It comes standard with Hilltip’s innovative GPS speed control system and has an integrated liquid tank for pre-wetting material as it’s spread or directly spraying brine on driving surfaces.
The IceStriker 8000 CM can be powered by 12- or 24-volt dual motors, which are mounted inside a sealed, weather-resistant enclosure. An automatic GPS speed control adjusts the material rate according to vehicle speed, ensuring the exact target rate is consistently applied on each job. It works with Hilltip’s HTrack tracking software, which utilizes two-way GPRS tracking software for real-time equipment monitoring and control.
The integrated liquid tank has a 370-gal.
capacity for pre-wetting material, which can help significantly reduce salt usage. A spray bar can be added for de-icing
applications, as well as a 40-ft. hose reel for spraying hardto-reach areas.
For superior corrosion resistance, the spreader has a stainless-steel auger, and the modular hopper body is made of polyethylene. The IceStriker 8000 CM also includes features to ensure consistent material flow, such as an inverted V with a vibrator to help prevent bridging. Additionally, a stainlesssteel flip-up chute is designed for spreading salt in environments with high humidity.
Other standard features include built-in tie-down loops, a top screen, tarp kit and an accessory wire for installing work and beacon lights.
For more information, visit www.hilltipna.com.
The all-new PRO-PLOW 3 line of straight blade plows offers the first stainless steel straight blade model from Western Products.
Hilltip photo
The truck-mounted IceStriker 8000 CM Combi Spreader is fully electric powered with the ability to spread bulk sand and gravel, bulk/bag salt, sand-salt mixes and fertilizers.
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Boss Offers Key to Contractor Success for Snow, Ice Removal
As snow and ice blanket roads and walkways, the need for efficient deicing material application becomes a top priority. Snow and ice contractors face numerous challenges in managing these materials effectively, from ensuring safety to minimizing costs.
Boss Snowplow understands these challenges firsthand. That’s why the company is committed to crafting durable products capable of withstanding harsh winter conditions and dedicated to supporting contractors in their pursuit of business sustainability and growth.
Why Material Application Management Matters
• Safety: Proper material application is essential for ensuring the safety of both contractors and the public. By effectively using de-icing materials like salt, sand or brine, slippery conditions on roads, walkways and parking lots can be minimized, reducing the risk of accidents.
• Cost Effectiveness: Efficient material application management translates to cost savings. By accurately calibrating equipment and targeting specific problem areas, contractors can minimize waste and ensure optimal resource utilization, thus maximizing their profitability.
• Environmental Impact: Responsible material application practices are key to minimizing negative environmental effects. By using environmentally friendly deicing materials
and controlling application rates, contractors can reduce chemical runoff into water bodies, mitigate damage to vegetation and preserve infrastructure integrity.
• Compliance: Snow and ice contractors must adhere to regulations and standards set by local authorities. Proper material application management ensures compliance with these regulations, safeguarding against penalties and upholding professional integrity.
• Customer Satisfaction: High-quality material application leads to improved customer satisfaction. Contractors who consistently provide safe and well-maintained winter conditions are more likely to retain clients and receive posi-
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tive referrals, thus bolstering their reputation and business success.
• Performance and Efficiency: Effective management of material applications enhances overall performance and efficiency. By avoiding issues such as overuse or underuse of materials and ensuring even distribution, contractors can deliver superior service quality and faster response times, thereby enhancing their competitive edge.
• Risk Management: Proper application and management of materials are crucial for reducing liability risks. When materials are used promptly and appropriately, the likelihood of accidents or injuries is minimized, mitigating potential legal issues and safeguarding the contractor’s business interests.
Material application management is the cornerstone of success for snow and ice contractors. Boss Snowplow recognize the importance of this aspect of winter maintenance and is committed to supporting contractors in mastering it. With the release of the VBX+ and upcoming SR MAG spreader controls, Boss provides tools that empower contractors to track materials dispensed and optimize their operations for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
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Series
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.
For more information, visit www.buyersproducts.com.
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ConExpo-Con/AGG Releases Essential Guide for Hiring
Author, trainer, scholar and skilled practitioner Larry Kokkelenberg delivered four critical steps to building and retaining a quality workforce in the rapidly evolving construction industry during a live educational session at ConExpoCon/AGG 2023. His presentation and industry leading insights are now available for download in a comprehensive free e-book.
Labor shortages and workforce challenges are at the forefront of the construction industry. In this e-book, Kokkelenberg discusses:
• How to attract the right people
ConExpo-Con/AGG Show Director Dana Wuesthoff. “These four steps tell us how to be authentic leaders, find talent and maintain
“In an industry where labor shortages and technical challenges persist, Dr. Kokkelenberg provides some clarity on how to keep good employees on staff.”
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• How do conduct effective interviews
• How to provide a good onboarding experience
• How to retain staff year round
“In an industry where labor shortages and technical challenges persist, Dr. Kokkelenberg provides some clarity on how to keep good employees on staff,” said
a quality workforce.”
Kokkelenberg has more than 40 years of training program and development experience, educating over 200,000 leaders and consulting over 200 organizations with more than 40 training programs.
To download the book, visit www.conexpoconagg.com/recruit#sign-up.
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WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS AND JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. ITEMS REQUIRED TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. THE MOST DESIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS.
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Select Crane Sales Adds to Its Team in Mid-Atlantic Market
The Mid-Atlantic expansion of Select Crane Sales continues with a new addition to its sales force.
Bruce Alvis joins Select Crane Sales as the Mid-Atlantic territory manager. In this role Alvis will support customer crane needs including new and used sales and bare rentals with a territory that covers Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia and the D.C., area.
Alvis has more than 25 years of experience in the crane and industrial equipment industry and brings with him a wealth of product knowledge and strong relationships within the territory.
“Select Crane Sales is highly customer focused, and we are confident that with Bruce’s crane knowledge he will serve as the main resource for crane solutions in the region,” said Jason Mackenzie, president Select Crane Sales.
1. 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.
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5. 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.
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7,8. 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.
9,10. 2-DAY AUCTION 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, Trucks, TIMED: Saturday, December 28, Opens- Thursday, December 19: Mini & Midi Excavators, Trailers, New & Like New Buckets, Grapples, Hammers.
11. LIVE: Friday, January 17: HOUSTON, TEXAS: 2 Auctions in 1 Day. Major Cat Job Completion, Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support, Trucks and Trailers.
12. LIVE: Wednesday, January 22: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, Komatsu, John Deere, Bomag, Hamm Construction & Asphalt Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support Equipment.
13. LIVE: Friday, January 24: COLUMBUS (DELAWARE), OHIO: Late Model Construction Utility, Agricultural Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks Trailers and Attachments.
14-24. 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.
25. LIVE: Thursday, March 13: 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.
26. LIVE: Saturday, March 15: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Late Model Construction Equipment & Utility Equipment Aerial Lifts, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, New Trailers, Trucks.
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
27. TIMED: CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA: Construction, Aggregate, Utility Equipment, All Types of Support, Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.
28. LIVE: MIDDLETOWN, NEW YORK: Cat, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service and Pickup Trucks, New Attachments, Support Equipment.
29. LIVE: CAPITAL DISTRICT, NEW YORK: Very Large Job Completion of Primarily Cat Equipment, Mack Truck Tractors, Mack Dump Trucks, Asphalt Equipment, Support & Attachments.
30. TIMED: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Rental Fleet Construction, Aggregate, Asphalt Equipment Auction. All Types of Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support and New Tools.
31. LIVE: MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Job Completion of Late Model Construction & Aggregate Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickup & Service Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
(Surplus to the needs of Suffolk Industries & Accurate Towing) Peter Costanzo Auctioneers • (732) 776-7222 www.petercostanzoauctioneers.com
Online Bidding: Nov. 27 to Dec. 11, 2024
Onsite Previews: Thurs. Dec. 5 from 10-2, Sat. Dec. 7 from 9-1, & Tues. Dec. 10 from 10-2 Preview Address: Suffolk Industries Construction Yard 242 Dover Rd., So. Toms River, NJ 08757
Jordan: ‘I Can Relate to the Team at All Levels’ of Companies
JORDAN from page 16
Jordan: I partly agree; if you can’t support your customers, you’re in trouble. But I’d still say that salesmanship drives about 60-70 percent of a dealership’s success. Even with topnotch support, you need a strong sales team pushing the equipment into the market. Salesmanship is about being a true partner to your customer, and that relationship still matters a lot.
CEG: Chadwick-BaRoss recently went through a reorganization. Can you elaborate on the changes?
Jordan: We eliminated the general manager (GM) role at each branch, which was often focused on sales. By moving to a north, central and south regional structure, each region now has a director responsible for both sales and product support at a high level, with the primary focus on sales, while a corporate product support manager oversees support. This allows us to focus more on product support and better serve our customers. Steve Bodtman is our corporate product support manager, coming over from the Woodco acquisition. Our directors include Cole Leavitt in the north, Mike Anderson in the south, and Scott Rooney in the central region.
CEG: Chadwick-BaRoss and Thompson Equipment have distinct ways of doing business. How do you see your influence shaping Thompson Equipment?
Jordan: Thompson operates differently than Chadwick-BaRoss, especially in aggregate production. My role is to bridge best practices between the two companies. We’ve started holding weekly meetings with our regional directors and Steve Ferris, Thompson’s vice president, to discuss top-level strategies. This helps us align better, reduce internal gaps and improve customer service.
CEG: The aggregate division’s motto is, “The more you make, the more you make.” Can you explain what that means?
Jordan: It’s straightforward: the more aggregate our customers produce, the more revenue they generate. We’re here to support that goal.
CEG: How does the sales process for aggregate equipment differ from other machinery?
Jordan: Aggregate sales require a much deeper understanding of production needs. It’s a highly consultative process and involves long buying cycles — sometimes years. Compared to compact equipment sales, which are more transactional, aggregate sales demand a strong trust level due to the significant investments involved.
CEG: What are the biggest challenges you anticipate in your new role?
Jordan: Typical challenges like interest costs and inventory levels persist, but for us, the main focus is shifting our company culture. We’re moving from a top-down approach to a more inclusive one where employees at all levels feel ownership. We believe this will improve customer support and attract top talent, as people want to be part of a company where their input is valued.
CEG: Is hiring skilled technicians still a significant challenge?
Jordan: Yes, it’s a major challenge, though we’ve had some recent success with quality applicants. It’s still our most challenging role to fill, but as the economy softens, we’re hopeful that the pool of available technicians will grow.
CEG: Are you noticing any sales slowdown in the marketplace?
Jordan: It’s more a matter of inventory levels than sales volume. During COVID, if you had inventory, it sold. Now, everyone has inventory, so we’re all competing for the same deals. It’s time to return to solid sales practices.
CEG: Chadwick-BaRoss has grown substantially over the years through expansion and acquisition. Do you expect that to continue?
Jordan: Yes, although likely not at the same pace as in recent years. Our owners have a target in mind, but it depends on the available opportunities within our footprint.
Sales Auction Company Hosts 15th Annual Fall Sale
By Sheila Capetta CEG CORRESPONDENT
Sales Auction Company LLC, established in 2009, held its 15th Annual Fall Sale Oct. 25 and 26, 2024, featuring both a virtual timed auction and a live onsite event at its 8-acre facility located at 55 King Spring Road in Windsor Locks, Conn. The event generated just more than $9 million in sales.
Sales Auction Company has seen significant participation throughout the years with this October event, attracting 1,968 online bidders, offering more than 1,400 items in the timed auction on Oct. 25 using Proxibid. Online purchases amounted to $4.3 million. On Oct. 26, favorable weather and enthusiastic attendees drew more than 1,020 pre-registered and onsite bidders, who competed for 397 items, resulting in $4.7 million in onsite sales.
Crowds gathered at the Windsor Locks facility to browse an extensive selection of equipment, machinery, parts and vehicles. Carlos Garcia, an attendee for eight years, said, “When you buy or sell with Sales, you can do it with confidence.” Many attendees have been loyal customers of the Sales annual auctions for years.
Among the standout items sold were a 2024
Caterpillar D1 crawler dozer for $117,000; a 2017 Rockster R1100DS impact crusher for $82,500; a 2019 Caterpillar 313FL excavator for $79,000; and two 2000 Terex TA40 articulated dumps, each fetching $72,000. A unique highlight was a 1928 Ford Model A from the estate of a local contractor, which sold for $4,500.
This year’s auction also featured two charity items. A
lot of 16 uncut $2 bills sold for $600, benefiting the Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition, a Napoleon Prestige 500 Gas Grill was auctioned for $800, supporting The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. CEG (All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)
see AUCTION page 104
The Sales Auction Company truck makes its way through the yard in Windsor Locks, Conn.
Bruce Mondo Sr. (L) and Bruce Mondo Jr. stand in front of a 2006 John Deere 350D LC hydraulic excavator. The bidding starts on the available screeners and crushers.
Dan Ribera of Bellaterra, Shelton, Conn., tests out the 2023 Caterpillar 908 wheel loader. He has been attending the auctions for five years.
(L-R): John Daley of Jones Farm, Ledyard, Conn.; Frank Turrisi of Mad River Construction, Stonington, Conn.; Bill Geer of Geer Hill Farm, Ledyard, Conn.; and Chuck Dipollini of Ashaway Cement Product, Stonington, Conn., stand in front of a 2002 Kobelco SK210LC hydraulic excavator.
(L-R): Skip Phelps of Phelps Inc., West Yarmouth, Mass.; and John and Jake Tonlino of Tonlino & Sons Crushed Stone, Otis, Mass., stand with a 2023 JCB 409 wheel loader.
AUCTION OPENS: DECEMBER 5, 2024, AT 9AM AUCTION CLOSES: DECEMBER 11, 2024, AT 1PM
AUCTION OPENS: DECEMBER 12, 2024, AT 9AM AUCTION CLOSES: DECEMBER 18, 2024, AT 1PM
Sales Auction Draws Thousands of Bidders for Fall Sale
AUCTION from page 102
Among the donation items was this lot of 16 uncut $2 bills, which sold for $600 and benefited the Shriners Hospital for Children.
Wheel loaders, including Kubota, Caterpillar, JCB and more, went on the block.
Ashley McMann (L) and Shelley Sales help attendees get registered in the office.
A 2015 Kenworth T800 T/A goes on the auction block.
Attendees bid on a highlight of the event, a 1928 Ford Model A, which sold for $4,500.
A donation item — a Napoleon Prestige 500 gas grill — was auctioned for $800, supporting The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Carlos Garcia of A&J Contracting of New Windsor, N.Y., stands in front of a 2015 Hyundai HL757-9A rubber-tire wheel loader.
A wide variety of hydraulic excavators were available, including a 2020 Volvo ECR88D, a 2022 Kubota KX080-4A2, a 2017 Kubota KX080-4, a 2018 Komatsu PC80MR-5 and many more.
CONSTRUCTION AUCTION DAVIS AUCTIONS, INC.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2024
9:00 A.M.
LOCATION: 210 CHESHIRE ROAD, RT. 68, PROSPECT, CT
Think Sunshine!
Davis Auctions, Inc. will tentatively be conducting our next auction of utility and construction equipment and related supplies on December 14, 2024. This auction will consist of equipment from Eversource and subsidiaries; water company; municipality; a rental company; and others. All equipment owned by utility companies and municipality will be sold in absolute.
We are accepting consignments for this auction thru Saturday, December 7. Excess equipment? Need to consolidate? Liquidate? We have the buyers, provide advertising for early consignments and pay consignors 5 banking days after the sale. We accept consignments with realistic reserves.
Looking for equipment to do that job? We never know until the Saturday before the auction what will be here. Inspection is on Friday, December 13. Come see what we have! It may be just what you are looking for.
JCB Power Systems Reaches ‘Magic Million’ Milestone
JCB has marked a major manufacturing milestone with the production of its millionth engine.
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Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, December 7 - 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY WEEKENDNovember 28-29
Please call prior to delivery about space availability
ALL ITEMS MUST BE CONSIGNED AND/OR DELIVERED BY 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 7.
REMINDERS- NO JUNK, TIRES, OR APPLIANCES ACCEPTED!
FOR CONSIGNMENT FORMS OR INFORMATION CONTACT: DAVIS AUCTIONS, INC.
P.O. BOX 7071, PROSPECT, CT 06712
PHONE (203) 758-4087
1-800-201-4368 www.davisauctionsinc.com
Production started in 2004 at JCB Power Systems in Foston, Derbyshire, and expanded to JCB India in 2010 with the opening of a dedicated plant in Ballabgarh, Delhi. From three engines a day 20 years ago, JCB now produces around 500 a day, becoming a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of diesel engines and is now pioneering development of hydrogen combustion engines.
JCB Chairman Anthony Bamford recently paid tribute to the JCB teams around the world who have played a part in the engine’s success. Lord Bamford said: “To have made one million engines in 20 years is quite some achievement. This really is a significant moment for our teams around the world, a real achievement. The JCB engine is very well respected around the world for its reliability and very well appreciated by our customers. JCB machines work in dirt and hot and cold climates, and from the moment they go to a customer, they are working hard and doing a full day’s shift. The engine really is the beating heart of that reputation for reliability.
“It was a major decision at the time to make our own engines and I was directly involved in that; it has paid off and I’m
very pleased we made the decision. As we hit the milestone of producing one million engines, the time is right to acknowledge the part my played father in the design, not only of this engine, but other engines which he designed with other people in the past. My father died in 2001 so our engines were running as prototypes by that time, and he had a lot to do with it. I’m thankful he was involved in this engine so many years ago.”
JCB Power Systems’ engines have been instrumental in helping set world records — first when the JCB Dieselmax streamliner, powered by two JCB engines, became the fastest diesel-powered car in the world in 2006 when it reached a speed of 350.092 mph on the Bonneville Salt Flats — a record that still stands.
In 2019, JCB’s Fastrac tractor stormed into the record books as the world’s fastest tractor with a speed of 135.191 mph — due to JCB’s 7.2 liter, 6-cylinder Dieselmax engine.
A team of more than 150 engineers currently is engaged in developing hi-tech hydrogen combustion engines for use in JCB machinery. More than 120 engines have come off the production line so far, and many machines powered by these super-efficient engines are undergoing evaluation.
For more information, visit www.jcb.com.
JCB photo
Employees at JCB Power Systems in Foston, Derbyshire, England, celebrate the production of JCB’s millionth engine.
More Than 100 Participate in Liebherr Sales, Training Event
Training for Success
The two-day event allowed more than 100 participants to receive extensive hands-on training of multiple products across a variety of stations including crawler excavators, wheel loaders, dozers, material handlers and the TA 230 articulated dump truck. Each station was equipped with multiple machines, a digital display set up, and tents for onlookers. Additionally, each product manager gave multiple walk-around presentations during the event highlighting each machine’s latest features and innovative technologies.
“The North American Sales and Training Seminar is crucial in equipping our extensive distribution network with the necessary tools to be successful. The training acts as driving force for our internal teams to provide informative resources and comprehensive support to our dealer sales channels,” said Nick Rogers, general manager of product management. “We believe that by fostering a deeper understanding of our product lines and technologies, sales representatives will be better prepared to engage customers confidently, offering solutions that deliver results.”
This event enabled attendees to apply their product knowledge to real-
world application scenarios, with the assistance of Liebherr’s certified product managers on-site. This training also provided an excellent chance for Liebherr’s distribution partners to participate in industry networking.
“This is a great opportunity to showcase Liebherr’s product quality, innovation and support services across our local U.S. distribution network. Together, we can show that Liebherr is a major player in the North American market, and we will continue to expand our presence,” said Friedrich.
For more information, visit liebherr.com. (All
Training included time in the Liebherr TA 230 articulated dump truck.
Material handler operation was included in the training.
Liebherr wheel loaders were available for the participants to operate.
Dozer training was included
Business Calendar
To view our Business Calendar online, go to www.constructionequipmentguide.com.
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)
AGC Events Calendar:
All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.
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
Association of Women Contractors (AWC)
Our Mission:
The Association of Women Contractors provides advocacy, collaboration and industry leadership to support and enrich women-owned companies in the construction industry. 2024 AWC HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
Date:Thursday, December 5, 2024
Time:5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Place:Quincy Hall 1325 Quincy Street, NE Minneapolis, MN 55413
It’s the most wonderful time of year – when we get to see all of you for our Holiday Celebration!
Members and non-Members alike can join us on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 5 PM – 10 PM at Quincy Hall. Enjoy a PLATED DINNER, NETWORKING, a SILENT AUCTION, SNAP some MEMORIES at the PHOTOBOOTH, play some HEADS & TAILS, and stick around after dinner for some MUSIC.
Member Discount Notice: Members you must be SIGNED IN to your account to receive the member rate.
AWC will NOT reimburse for the member rate if you forget to sign in.
For more information, contact AWC: 1337 Saint Clair Avenue #4, Saint Paul, MN 55105
Phone: 651/489-2221
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
Michigan Aggregates Association (MAA) 2024 MAA WINTER CONFERENCE
Dates:December 5, 2024 – December 6, 2024
Location:Setting – In-Person
Royal Park Hotel – Rochester
600 E. University Drive Rochester, MI 48307
Please join us at 2 PM on December 5, 2024, for informative topics and updates.
Then the evening kicks off with a Welcome Reception at 7:00 PM. Followed by Dinner.
There will also be a Live/Silent Auction with all proceeds benefiting the MAA Foundation.
The MAA Public Relations Committee is planning the Annual Auction to raise money for the MAA Foundation at the MAA Winter Conference in December.
This money is used for Educational Programs and Materials including College Scholarships for students whose career paths are headed into the Aggregate Industry.
Dress is a jacket for men and evening/cocktail dress for the women.
No formal attire required.
Toys for Tots again is in full swing this year so upon your arrival on Thursday night, you will be asked to place an unwrapped toy in a box marked Toys for Tots.
MAA has planned for a visit from the U.S. Marines during this event to gather the toys for children in need. There is live entertainment to keep things moving on the dance floor.
So, hurry and register for this year’s Winter Conference to make sure you attend this once-a-year and very memorable event.
For more information contact: MAA Office (mailto: info@miagg.org)
Phone: 517/381-1732
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.
