Southeast 2, January 22, 2025 by Construction Equipment Guide

Kokosing Works On $101M I-81 Widening Project in Virginia

By Ruksana Hussain CEG CORRESPONDENT

The Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) Interstate 81 widening project impacting northbound and southbound lanes between mile markers 221 and 225 in Augusta County in Staunton, Va., is on track to be completed in 2027, reducing vehicular congestion and enhancing safety and capacity by adding a third lane and widening and rehabilitating five bridges. Work began in 2023 and includes extensive earthmoving; full-depth reclamation; paving; and bridges undergoing substructure repairs to support the expanded superstructure.

Specifically, there will be one additional northbound lane from the Route 250 (Jefferson Highway) on-ramp at exit 222 to the Route 262 (Woodrow Wilson Parkway) off-ramp at exit 225 and one additional southbound lane from the Route 262 onramp at exit 225 to approximately 1,200 ft. south of the bridge over the I-81 southbound ramp to eastbound I-64 at exit 221. Interstate 81 is a 325-mi. corridor that connects 13 counties and 21 cities and towns across Staunton, Bristol and Salem districts overseen by VDOT.

Setting Tone for Safety Culture

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

At last year’s national stand-down to prevent falls in construction, OSHA’s assistant secretary said citations alone won’t change the culture around construction. Doug Parker believes everyone in the industry is responsible for sustaining a strong health and safety culture. A group of researchers hopes to help with identifying and addressing safety and health challenges unique to the construction industry.

During the OSHA-hosted Construction Safety Week event last May, Parker urged contractors to refocus on a culture of safety. see TOOLKIT page 54

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8 BREVARD COUNTY, FLA.’S BUILDING BOOM LIKELY TO CONTINUE

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of single-family homes, apartment complexes and hotels are in the pipeline.

8 PCL CONSTRUCTION’S SPECIAL PROJECTS DIVISION SETS RECORD

It was a record-breaking year for PCL Construction’s Special Projects Division, which secured nearly 270 new projects in 2024, amounting to approximately $500 million in new work — its highest ever.

12 PIONEERING PEACE OF MIND: TRANSFORMING PLANT TURNAROUNDS

During the high stakes period of a plant turnaround, Northwest Crane Service relies on a fleet of Liebherr cranes to complete a series of critical lifts — all while ensuring maximum safety and customer satisfaction.

18 RING POWER UTILITY | TRUCK | CRANE PARTNERS WITH HIAB

Ring Power will now offer HIAB’s equipment and services to customers across the southeast, further enhancing its reputation for providing industry-leading products and exceptional customer support, the company said.

18 JCB, VETSAID PARTNER, UNVEIL SPECIAL EDITION TELESKID LOADER

JCB, the official heavy equipment partner of Monster Jam, unveiled a bold, army-green special-edition teleskid at the Monster Jam event at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif.

22 TADANO COMPLETES ITS ACQUISITION OF MANITEX

Tadano announced that it completed the acquisition of Manitex International on Jan. 2. Manitex is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Tadano Ltd., and, as a result, Manitex shares are no longer listed on Nasdaq.

28 MCCOY CONSTRUCTION & FORESTRY’S DILLON TO LEAD NASHVILLE BRANCH

McCoy Construction & Forestry (MCF) announced that Mark Dillon has been named general manager at the John Deere construction and forestry dealer’s Nashville, Tenn., location.

29 ACPA ANNOUNCES PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY AWARD WINNERS

The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) announced the winners of several of its prestigious industry awards, presented during the association’s 61st annual meeting of the members held Dec. 4, 2024, in Phoenix, Ariz.

38 CIM ANNOUNCES DONATIONS FOR AUCTION AT WORLD OF CONCRETE

The CIM program announced that Alliance Concrete Pumps, Papé Kenworth and Kenworth Truck Company have generously donated to the auction fund for CIM’s annual fundraising auction at World of Concrete.

58 SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH IN CONSTRUCTION WITH THESE STRATEGIES

Mental Wellness Month is a chance to prioritize the mental health of workers, highlight the stressors they face and implement strategies that foster healthier mindsets on and off the job site.

58 CATERPILLAR KICKS OFF ITS NEXT 100 YEARS OF INNOVATION

Caterpillar Inc. marked its 100th anniversary with celebrations throughout the United States that commemorate a monumental moment in the company’s history. The iconic manufacturing company officially turns 100 on April 15.

74 MANITOU GROUP WINS ‘GRAND PRIX IMPACT ENTREPRISE 2024’

Manitou Group has won the “Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024”. This award recognizes the group’s solid local

Lloyd Meekins & Sons Auction Co. held its 30th Annual Absolute Construction, Farm, Truck and Auto Auction Dec. 27, 2024, in Lumberton, N.C. Bad weather did not deter buyers from attending in person.

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24 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT DISPLAY EXPANDS AT SOUTHERN

68 E2 SYSTEMS OFFERS MATERIAL PLACEMENT SOLUTION

What began as a solution to a specific problem on a southeast Michigan concrete paving project has since evolved into a leading manufacturer of advanced material placers, serving clients across the United States and internationally.

Brevard County, Fla.’s Building Boom Likely to Continue

Brevard County, Fla., on the state’s East Coast, has experienced a building boom lately, a trend likely to continue in the coming year.

Florida Today reported Jan. 5 that development there is expected to be robust in 2025, particularly in the residential sector, where a number of single-family homes, apartment complexes and hotels are in the pipeline.

Commercial and industrial projects also are proceeding throughout the county, as are projects at the Space Coast’s colleges.

Port Canaveral CEO John Murray said he saw record amounts of lumber and plywood coming through the port’s cargo terminals in November and December — an indication that the housing industry is about to rebound in the second quarter of 2025.

So, what is ahead for construction and development along the Space Coast in 2025? Following are examples from throughout the county.

A number of residential projects are under way in Palm Bay as Brevard County’s most populous city adds to its current population of just over 140,000.

Deputy City Manager Joan Junkala-Brown said that there are 9,264 housing units within Palm Bay that have been approved and are under construction. Another 21,133 units are currently going through the review process.

One of the big efforts that has been approved is Cypress Bay West, near Babcock Street and Mara Loma Boulevard in southeast Palm Bay, Junkala-Brown noted. It is a threephase project that is targeted to include 1,219 single-family homes, to be developed by Texas-based D.R. Horton, in

addition to 124 townhome units.

Another is the Palm Vista Everlands project, designed to be a mix of 854 single-family homes and 624 multifamily villas and townhomes, including some in age-restricted communities. The site is not far from St. Johns Heritage Parkway, north of Malabar Road, in northwest Palm Bay. There will be three subdivisions within Palm Vista Everlands in which Lennar Homes, located in Miami, is the developer.

Junkala-Brown said two high-tech companies are also in the midst of large expansion projects in Palm Bay.

L3Harris Technologies has two major projects currently under construction at its Palm Bay campus.

The first, Project SAMT, which is an acronym for “secure advanced manufacturing technology,” will be a 105,000-sq.ft. facility upon its completion. The project is projected to create approximately 100 jobs over three years, with private capital investment of $110 million, and $80 million in manufacturing equipment, Florida Today noted.

In addition, L3Harris’ Project LEO, or “low-earth orbit” facility, also is under way and will encompass 93,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space. A total of 101 new jobs are likely to be hired there over three years, with private capital investment of $70 million in building construction, as well as $13.1 million in manufacturing equipment.

Each of the two projects received approval from the Palm Bay City Council for city property tax breaks over a 10-year period. The combined tax breaks are worth an estimated $1.14 million annually during each of the first five years, with reduced tax breaks later on, Junkala-Brown said.

Another firm to receive city property tax breaks was

Rogue Valley Microdevices, an Oregon-based semiconductor company that is developing a plant at 2301 Commerce Dr. in Palm Bay, with a grand opening tentatively scheduled for this summer.

Rogue Valley is renovating an existing 50,000-sq.-ft. facility and making an investment of about $25 million in private capital for equipment and facility improvements. Officials with the company project an addition of at least 75 jobs over a three-year period.

Work also is proceeding at Eastern Florida State College’s (EFSC’s) Melbourne campus on a new Center for Innovative Technology Education for the training of hightech workers.

The $20 million facility is scheduled to open in August, Florida Today reported, with programs that can lead to bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees and college certificates.

EFSC President Jim Richey told the Viera-based news source that the complex would “set a high standard in Central Florida to meet the surging workforce demands for local business and industry. As such, it will be a critical component in creating jobs and helping ensure the continued economic growth of the Space Coast.”

The 31,500-sq.-ft. building will feature labs that can be configured to provide students with access to software used by high-tech employers, as well as simulation labs, and collaboration areas where students can work together to solve problems in real time.

Students in various disciplines will be supported through the new center, including those studying engineering techsee BOOM page 60

PCL Construction’s Special Projects Division Sets Record

This achievement underscores the division’s pivotal role within one of North America’s largest general contractors, delivering specialized small-contractor services in the buildings, civil and industrial sectors.

Tackling projects valued between $10,000 and $15 million, the division’s guiding principle — “compact, complex, quick and competitive” — enables clients to leverage the resources and expertise of a major contractor,

tailored to the demands of smaller, fast-paced projects.

Looking ahead to next year and the anticipated uptick in smaller-scale projects — spanning various market sectors, including hospitality, education, nonprofit organizations, civil infrastructure and data centers — PCL plans to strategically expand its Special Projects Division in 2025 across the United States. To support this anticipated growth, the company plans to expand its Special Projects workforce by at least 25 percent in the next three to five years.

“Our network of close to 20 local offices and over 4,000 employees across the United

States equips us to offer the specialized attention and flexibility of a ‘local contractor,’ while also leveraging the extensive resources of a major construction company,” said Sean Barnes, vice president of special projects of PCL. “This unique combination allows us to handle the intricacies of phasing and working within occupied spaces, ensuring that business continues as usual for our clients.”

As the economic landscape remains uncertain, PCL’s Special Projects Division has emerged as a key contributor to the company’s success. These smaller projects not only allow for quick-turnaround work but also provide vital infrastructure to local communities. Whether it’s performing seismic upgrades at a university or renovating a nonprofit to better serve the community, PCL ensures each project is both impactful and efficiently executed.

Some of PCL’s notable Special Projects awarded in 2024 include:

• Four Seasons Maui upgrades: Nordic PCL Construction is enhancing the Four Seasons Resort Maui with a new sushi bar and lobby, as well as upgrades to two model rooms and the Maile Presidential Suite in Maui, Hawaii.

• The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Mid-Wilshire Parking

Structure seismic upgrades: Seismic upgrades and code-required corrections will take place for UCLA’s Mid-Wilshire parking structure in Los Angeles.

• Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center renovation: Renovations include remodeling the third and fourth floors and adding an ADA-accessible tenant entrance on the second floor in Minneapolis, Minn.

• Flexential Chaska Data Center upgrades: Phase five of the project will accommodate increased demand and includes significant upgrades to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and electrical infrastructure in and around the facility. It is located in Chaska, Minn.

• Lake Mary Water Treatment Plant Sedimentation Basin Improvement: Rehabilitation, removal and replacement of the major mechanical and electrical equipment associated with the sedimentation and flocculation basins will take place at the plant in Flagstaff, Ariz.

Looking ahead to 2025, PCL’s Special Projects Division is well-positioned to continue addressing the needs of communities across the United States, delivering projects that are lean, flexible and designed to meet the needs of local communities.

For more information, visit PCL.com. 

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The James River Bridge Cable Replacement project involved replacing 80 main counterweight ropes and eight auxiliary counterweight ropes over two, 100-hour allotted periods.

Pioneering Peace of Mind: Transforming Plant Turnarounds

In total, Northwest deployed 10 Liebherr cranes that were operated, rigged and supervised by a 56-member team. Working day and night, the project took place more than 57 days and 12,357 man-hours.

A plant turnaround, often called an outage or shutdown, is a scheduled period when a facility conducts maintenance on equipment and utilities.

Northwest Crane Service was chosen as the crane service provider for a plant turnaround in fall 2023 at a site in Kansas. Utilizing Liebherr equipment and backed by months of planning, technical engineering and ongoing communication with the customer, Northwest Crane Service maintained high productivity, kept the turnaround on schedule, and ensured the project’s safe completion.

Critical Selection

At Liebherr USA, Co., safety is not just a buzzword, every crane has a sophisticated safety concept. With these safety features in mind, crane selection played a critical role in the timely completion of this project as there were several complex lifts.

The most difficult lift included a 220,000-lb. ammonia converter. This lift not only required a large crane, but one that could meet the customer’s ground bearing pressure requirements.

Northwest had the ideal solution by utilizing the Liebherr LR1600/2-W, narrow track crawler crane. As the only LR1600/2-W in the United States, it was clear that Northwest’s utilization of the Liebherr crane was the ideal solution for this job as it could easily lift and maneuver in a tight space.

The Liebherr LR 1600/2-W excels in heavy lift applications across a wide variety of industries, according to the manufacturer. The crawler offers both standard and narrow travel gear allowing it to move on tracks between tight erection sites. The LR 1600/2-W also provides class lifting capacity with numerous enhancing attachments.

“Safety, innovation and teamwork are in the DNA of how we operate at Northwest Crane

The most difficult lift included a 220,000pound ammonia converter. This lift not only required a large crane, but one that could meet the customer’s ground bearing pressure requirements.

Northwest operated and maintained the fleet of mobile cranes to provide rigging and hoisting support for a variety of technical components, tools, and pipe during the mechanical shutdown of the plant. Due to the tight timeframe, it was essential that Northwest personnel stay on the customer’s schedule and meet their lifting needs in an efficient manner.

Service. And we use these same parameters when selecting our equipment — which is why we have a fleet of exclusively Liebherr cranes,” said Andy Hodges, owner of Northwest Crane Service.

Setting Standards

In addition to the LR 1600/2-W crawler crane, Northwest utilized a fleet of Liebherr mobile cranes including the LTM 1650-8.1, LTM 1230-5.1, LTM 1130-5.1, LTM 1110-5.1, LRT 1100-2.1 and LTM 1070-4.2.

Northwest operated and maintained the fleet of mobile cranes to provide rigging and hoisting support for a variety of technical components, tools and pipe during the mechanical shutdown of the plant. Due to the tight timeframe, it was essential that Northwest personnel stay on the customer’s schedule and meet their lifting needs in an efficient manner.

Not only are Liebherr mobile cranes efficient for the plant turnaround, but they offer powerful, long telescopic booms that can reach incredible heights quickly and easily. As flexibility is a high priority for Northwest, the mobile cranes also can be configured quickly using functional lattice extensions, folding jibs, fixed and luffing lattice jibs.

“Liebherr’s commitment to producing the safest and most innovative machinery on the market coupled with the collaborative nature of our relationship allows Northwest to provide the industry leading service we are known for day in and day out,” said Hodges.

In total, Northwest deployed 10 Liebherr cranes that were operated, rigged and supervised by a 56-member team. Working day and night, the project took place over 57 days and 12,357 man-hours. Northwest successfully completed multiple complex and tandem crane lifts with zero incidents, owing to Liebherr’s excellence. 

(All photos courtesy of Liebherr.)

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JCB, VetsAid Partner, Unveil Special Edition Teleskid Loader

JCB — the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment and the official heavy equipment partner of Monster Jam — unveiled a bold, armygreen special-edition teleskid at the Monster Jam event at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif.

This exclusive debut marks the launch of an ambitious campaign to raise $1 million for U.S. military veterans through a partnership with VetsAid, a national 501(c)3 non-profit veterans organization founded by rock legend Joe Walsh of the Eagles. The partnership will raise awareness and funds for U.S. veterans through the power of rock and the transformative process of rebuilding.

For each teleskid sold in the United States, JCB will donate a percentage of the proceeds to VetsAid, which directly supports veterans service groups across the United States that provide myriad types of care for veterans and their families. Adding to the excitement, the teleskid loader made its debut on the field to the U.S. premiere of “Dig It” — an original song by Joe Walsh which debuted in London in July during Monster Jam. This powerful anthem, also featuring Ringo Starr on drums, is the soundtrack for JCB’s DIGatron, and serves as an uplifting call-to-action to support the vital mission of VetsAid.

“VetsAid isn’t just about raising money and awareness for America’s veterans and their families,” Walsh said. “It’s also about finding common

ground amongst music lovers of all backgrounds and coming together to build and rebuild communities around a shared love of country. It’s a privilege for us at VetsAid to expand upon this vision with Alice, and Ann, and our friends at JCB, and keep the party going with this kick-ass new song, special edition teleskid, and exciting partnership.”

As a family-owned company, JCB is committed to supporting American families, particularly those with ties to the military. Monster Jam is the perfect partner, with 25 percent of its audience coming from families with veteran connections. This collaboration reinforces shared values of resilience, innovation, and giving back, while allowing JCB to connect with key audiences, including farmers, builders and small business owners.

“JCB is a family company with an expanding manufacturing base in North America, and we have always been committed to supporting the veteran community,” said Alice Bamford of JCB North America. “At our North American headquarters in Savannah, 10 percent of our workforce are veterans, and we will continue this commitment with our new $500 million factory in San Antonio. I’m thrilled that JCB can further support veterans through this special edition Teleskid loader and our partnership with VetsAid.”

For more information, visit www.jcb.com, www.vetsaid.org and www.MonsterJam.com. 

Ring Power Utility | Truck | Crane Partners With HIAB

Ring Power Utility | Truck | Crane announced its new partnership with HIAB, a globally recognized leader in smart and sustainable load handling solutions.

As an authorized dealer, Ring Power will now offer HIAB’s equipment and services to customers across the southeast, further enhancing its reputation for providing industry-leading products and exceptional customer support, the company said.

Strategic Partnership for Growth

This partnership marks a significant mile-

stone for both organizations, combining HIAB’s loader cranes with Ring Power’s extensive network and strong salesforce.

“This partnership represents an exciting new chapter,” said Mike Beauregard, SVP and director of Utility Truck & Crane at Ring Power. “By combining HIAB’s products with our established infrastructure and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, we’re confident in a bright future together.”

HIAB loader cranes are known for their reliability, quality and industry-best safety features. With more than 700 service points nationwide, HIAB’s service network will further bolster Ring Power’s ability to provide comprehensive support to customers.

“HIAB is looking for future growth, and an important part of that is to further expand our leading position in the growing North American markets. The cooperation that we now embark on with Ring Power Utility | Truck | Crane will greatly support our ambitions in this,” said Pauliina Kunvik, SVP of sales & services, HIAB USA.

“Ring Power Utility | Truck | Crane is strategically very well positioned in the U.S. and their sales and services organizations are well-known for their enthusiasm and expertise.”

“The geographical coverage of Ring Power Utility | Truck | Crane is excellent and from HIAB growth point of view very attractive. Both teams Ring Power and HIAB show 100 percent commitment to the cooperation, and are excited to head towards joint growth together,” said Bob Cannady, VP of sales, HIAB US.

Careful Evaluation, Alignment

The addition of HIAB equipment to Ring Power’s portfolio followed a rigorous New Product Integration (NPI) process. Andrew Kurz, VP of Sales, described the process: “We sought a knuckle boom manufacturer that met our standards for quality and partnership. Through factory tours and in-depth discussions with HIAB’s leadership team, it was clear their innovation and customer focus align perfectly with our values. We’re eager to deploy this product offering immediately, leveraging our team of more than 20 account managers across multiple industries.”

Dan Leach, VP of aftermarket product support, added, “HIAB’s aftermarket footprint complements ours beautifully. Together, we’re positioned to deliver even better coverage and support for customers across the southeast, providing a seamless experience throughout the lifecycle of their equipment.”

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(Photos courtesy of Ring Power.)

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JCB unveiled a bold, army-green special-edition teleskid at the Monster Jam event at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif.

Ring Power will now offer HIAB's equipment and services to customers across the southeast.

Scott Phillips (L), president of Hiab, meets with Mike Beauregard, Sr. VP of Ring Power Utility Equipment, during Hiab’s 2024 Annual Dealer Conference.

Expanding Portfolio...

On Sept. 12, 2024, Tadano announced its plans to acquire all the remaining shares of Manitex that it did not previously own. Tadano first invested in Manitex in 2018 and held 14.5 percent of the outstanding common shares of Manitex at the time of the September announcement.

Tadano’s Mid-Term management plan outlines the company’s growth strategy and the objective to venture into new areas. The Manitex acquisition is a significant step in implementing this strategy to further diversify the Tadano product portfolio while remaining 100 percent committed to the lifting equipment industry.

In addition to other crane models, the strategic move adds mobile truck cranes and aerial work platforms to the Tadano portfolio to help expand the company’s global presence in these markets.

Commenting on the Manitex acquisition, Toshiaki Ujiie, president, CEO and representative director of Tadano, said: “We welcome Manitex as the newest members of the global Tadano team. Tadano enjoys a strong global market share in large cranes. In Japan, we are market leaders in truck loader cranes and aerial work platforms but have not yet been able to duplicate this success outside of the country.

“Combining the engineering, sales and service expertise of both companies allows us to rapidly expand Tadano’s global presence in these areas, so we can better support our customers’ lifting needs and further innovate. Together, we will work hard, grow strong, achieve great things and reach new heights.”

Hiroshi Nishizaki will assume the position of chairman of the board of Manitex International, bringing extensive experience in managing construction machinery businesses in the United States. Dean Barley, current president and CEO of Tadano America Corporation and Tadano Mantis Corporation, will take on the role of president and CEO of Manitex International in addition to his current responsibilities.

The former executives — Dave Langevin, chairman of the board; Michael Coffey, CEO; and Joseph Doolan, CFO — are stepping down but will remain with the organization for a transitional period as interim advisors to the new management and the Tadano team before their departure.

Serving the infrastructure, heavy industry and general construction markets, the acquired product line includes Manitex mobile truck cranes, PM knuckle boom cranes, Valla small electric cranes and Oil & Steel aerial work platforms. Tadano also gains five engineering and manufacturing locations throughout North America and Europe.

Additionally, this acquisition includes Rabern Rentals. For more information, visit www.tadano.com.

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Construction Equipment Display Expands at Southern Farm Show

The 2025 Southern Farm Show, scheduled for Feb. 5-7 at the NC State Fairgrounds, continues to expand its offering of grading, excavating and land clearing equipment.

Now the largest annual display of construction equipment in the Carolinas and Virginia, this section of the agricultural show attracts professionals from across the region.

Manufacturers exhibiting construction equipment and attachments at the show include New Holland, Kubota, Kioti, Fecon, Loftness, Loflin Fabrication, Southeast Attachments, WR Long, Carolina Attachments, and Utilitough. The show also is gaining international attention with Italy’s VF Venieri and Spain’s TMC Cancela participating for the first time this year.

Dealers and distributors to be on hand include Ascendum with its Volvo, Doosan and Bergmann lines; Asheboro JCB; Company Wrench showing JCB, Kobelco and Pinroth; Triangle Equipment Group with Bobcat; James River Equipment and Quality Equipment with John Deere; National Equipment Dealers with ASV, Brush Wolf, Denis Cimaf, Hyundai, Manitou, Shearex, Werk Brau and Yanmar; Sound Heavy Machinery showing AUSA, ASV, Kobelco, Rubble Crusher, Loftness, Blue Diamond, Geith and Strickland; Implement Sales with Baumalight and Construction Attachments; Jesse Rast with Gyro-Trac; Cummings and Bricker with Wallenstein; and CCS Equipment Sales showing Blue Diamond, CID, FAE, Liugong, Multiquip, Takeuchi, Toro, Virnig and Wacker Neuson.

GF Equipment Sales is greatly expanding its presence at the 2025 show and plans to display Lane, Rubble Crusher and Sunward equipment.

Company Wrench is returning to the show with its popular area that allows show guests to operate Kobelco excavators. Kolbeco factory representatives will be on hand to help those 21 and older understand how the excavators operate. There also will be a skills challenge with prizes for the best operators. Look for the large inflatable Kobelco robot to sign up.

Company Wrench also will have an additional exhibit area this year dedicated to Prinoth mulching and other equipment. Both carrier vehicle and attachment models will be in the display.

The Southern Farm Show is the largest annual agricultural exposition in the Carolinas and Virginia. Filling the NC State Fairgrounds, the show also includes a large selection of professional landscape equipment. Show hours are 9 am to 4 pm on Wednesday and Thursday and 9 am to 3 pm on Friday. Admission and parking are free. For

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The largest annual display of construction equipment in the Carolinas and Virginia

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Plus a great selection of construction attachments, forestry equipment, and trailers.

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McCoy Announces Mark Dillon as New General Manager, Nashville Branch

McCoy Construction & Forestry (MCF) announced that Mark Dillon has been named general manager at the John Deere construction and forestry dealer’s Nashville, Tenn., location.

“I am confident in Mark’s ability to bring a winning culture into, not only Nashville but also our region,” said Brad McCoy, a vice president of sales and operations of MCF. “Mark has a proven track record, and I am excited for his ability to lead in our company’s largest market.”

Dillion’s promotion to lead the Nashville operation took effect on Jan. 6. Previously, Dillon was the general manager at MCF’s Foristell, Mo., dealership. He also served as the regional training and safety director of Erb Equipment, prior to MCF’s acquisition of eight Erb Midwestern-based locations in 2021.

Dillon also has experience working as a technician in the quarry industry, prior to transitioning to managing trucks and intermodal fleets.

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ACPA Announces Prestigious Industry Award Winners

Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award

The Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award is the most coveted of the ACPA service and achievement awards. First presented in 1968, this award was originally named in honor of Harold W. Hartmann, the association’s secretary-treasurer from 1964 until 1974. In 1987, Robert E. Hirschman’s name was added in recognition of his term as the association’s chairman (then president) in 1967, as well as his tenure as secretary-treasurer from 1975 to 1987.

In 2007, the name of Edward A. Egan was added for his service as ACPA’s chairman in 1986, as well as secretary-treasurer from 1988 to 2007.

The award recognizes individuals or organizations for unparalleled commitment, dedication, participation and leadership in the concrete pavement community.

industry,” said Laura O’Neill Kaumo, president and CEO of the American Concrete Pavement Association.

“The more than 40 years of contribution, value and fantastic personality that Glenn has brought to the entire concrete paving industry make him more than deserving of this award. Glenn and I worked together at different times across our careers, my first interaction with him being at Ersco, where I was his salesman from Dayton Superior. Throughout my career I have considered Glenn a mentor, and our business relationship has grown into a personal friendship,” said Ron Meskis, CEO, American Highway.

The 2024 HartmannHirschman-Egan Award winner is former ACPA Board member Glenn Eder.

The 2024 Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award winner is former ACPA Board member Glenn Eder. Eder retired as American Highway’s vice president of technical sales in 2022. Prior to American Highway, Eder owned and was the president of Contractors Steel & Accessories from 1986 to 1998. After his company was purchased by Ersco Corporation in 1998, he served as the vice president & division manager of paving supplies until 2007.

Eder went on to work for another load transfer manufacturer, Block Heavy & Highway, from 2007 until 2011, when that company was acquired by Dayton Superior. Eder made his name within the Dayton Superior organization from 2011 to 2015, where he served as the sales manager of paving products.

In 2015 he transitioned from Dayton Superior to JC Supply, growing its business as the vice president of marketing & business development until JC supply was purchased by American Highway in December 2020.

“Glenn was a valued member of the ACPA board of directors for many years and is considered a trusted advisor and friend. Once again, the members have chosen to honor a gentleman and a legend in our

Harold Halm Presidential Award

The Harold Halm Presidential Award is named in honor of ACPA’s first president, and this prestigious recognition is awarded at the discretion of ACPA’s president to an individual who has made significant contributions to the concrete pavement industry.

The 2024 recipient is Matt Zeller, concrete promoter at the Concrete Paving Association (CPAM) of Minnesota. Zeller has more than 30 years of experience in the concrete paving industry, serving as CPAM’s executive director from 2004 to 2024.

During his tenure at the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Zeller was a key architect of the water/cement ratio specification, which has resulted in concrete pavements that drastically outperform the concrete pavements built without it. Zeller is widely known as an expert on concrete pavements pushing for early opening strength research, leading to ideas that are currently being adopted worldwide.

“Matt is an outstanding person who is passionate about concrete pavement. He is truly deserving of the acknowledgment and appreciation of his years of dedication to the industry,” explained Dan Labo, executive director, Concrete Paving Association of Minnesota.

Marlin J Knutson Award for Technical Achievement

The Marlin J Knutson Award for Technical Achievement is named in honor of the second chief executive of ACPA and recognizes individuals who

The 2024 recipient of the Marlin J Knutson Award for Technical Achievement is Bernard Izevbekhai.

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have made significant contributions to advancing the development and implementation of technical innovations — as well as best practices — for the design and construction of concrete pavements.

The 2024 recipient is Bernard Izevbekhai with the Minnesota Department of Transportation. With decades of experience in the concrete pavement industry,

Izevbekhai has been a leading voice in research, co-authoring and authoring more than 40 different research papers, primarily on concrete pavements. His work behind MnROAD was critical and his efforts have received worldwide recognition, contributing greatly to new innovations and applications of concrete paving ideas and technologies.

“Bernard is one of the most intelligent and

thoughtful researchers that I have ever known, and his integrity and character has always impressed me through the decades that I have known him. Without a doubt, his contributions to the concrete industry will be referenced by other researchers for decades to come,” said Dan Labo, executive director, Concrete Paving Association of Minnesota.

Outstanding Promoter Award

The Outstanding Promoter Award is given annually to a person who has made significant contributions through promotion efforts or programs to advance the awareness, specification, and/or placement of concrete pavements. This recognition is reserved for those who have been on the front lines making a difference for our industry.

Brent Burwell with the Oklahoma/Arkansas Chapter of ACPA is the recipient of the 2024 award. Burwell serves as the primary concrete pavement representative between contractors and the Departments of Transportation for Oklahoma and Arkansas. Burwell’s steadfast promotion of concrete pavement and concrete pavement technology, as well as his involvement in specification review processes, encourages decision makers to have confidence in choosing concrete. Burwell has

skillfully guided meetings between contractors and DOT representatives, providing rare forums where industry stakeholders can collaborate directly on concrete specifications and innovative ideas, effectively managing research and fostering open discussions.

“Brent’s expertise has become a valuable asset, not only to contractors, cement companies, and suppliers, but also to DOTs and municipalities who often seek his insights on concrete-related matters. His technical expertise and professional disposition have created a great deal of respect and trust in the industry, which has undoubtedly resulted in an increased use of high-quality concrete pavements in Oklahoma and Arkansas. Brent truly serves as the ‘cement’ that binds various stakeholders, ensuring cohesion and advancing standards across the industry,” said Don Weaver, president, Weaver Bailey Contractors.

National Lifetime Pavement Recognition Award

The National Lifetime Pavement Recognition Award is presented to an agency/owner of an in-service concrete pavement that has demonstrated exceptional performance for its state and community,

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Mike Boyle, of Hi-Way Paving, accepts the National Lifetime Pavement Recognition Award on behalf of Dare County.

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Sandy and Jeff Eder accept the Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award on behalf of Glenn Eder.

and for local users.

The Dare County Regional Airport has served the Outer Banks Community in North Carolina from its Roanoke Island location since 1943 and is the recipient of the 2024 Lifetime Pavement Award. The airport’s concrete apron — also known as a ramp or tarmac — was in service for nearly 80 years, facilitating more than 32,000 landings and takeoffs each year before requiring renovation. While the renovations the airport were completed in 2022, this airport serves as a great story telling the benefits and longevity of concrete pavement.

“This project is worthy of an award for long-life pavement and the following should be recognized: Dare County, the North Carolina Department of Transportation and the FAA Southern Region for having the foresight to fund and award a concrete project to fix the long-life pavement that had been in service for 80 years,” said Greg Dean, executive director, Southeast Chapter, ACPA.

Best in Show Sustainability Award

The Best in Show Sustainability Award is awarded to the organization and project that best showcase sustainable operations and construction practices. The 2024 recipient was the IDOT-Emmet County-Highway 9 project located in Emmet County, Iowa. Project contractor Cedar Valley believes that “being green” is cost effective and socially responsible and they have been recognized by the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Chamber of Commerce as a Leader in Sustainable Business. This project removed and recycled more than 34,000 sq. yds. of concrete, which was used as modified subbase under the new mainline pavement.

Additionally, the project used 1L cement, reducing the environmental impact of cement production by reducing the CO2 emissions in the manufacturing process. The first operation on this project was the installation of silt fences and ditch checks to prevent fugitive soil from entering the existing water ways. Likewise, disturbed areas were always stabilized if construction activity did not take place for 21 calendar days.

The project contractor is Cedar Valley Corp and the owner is the Iowa Department of Transportation.

Best in Show Innovation Award

The Best in Show Innovation Award is awarded to the organization and project that best showcase innovation in either the contracting process or during the construction phase to improve safety, cost to construct, value, quality, and performance.

The 2024 recipient is the Route 28 Interchange Improvement Project, located in Allegheny County, Pa. The project incorporated many innovative construction practices such as utilizing stringless paving and nondestructive paving.

Using stringless paving allows for the elimination of the labor-intensive aspect of setting up stringline for concrete slipform machines and concerns about limited workspace. Using non-destructive paving eliminated the need for nearly 30 concrete cores which would have been drilled into the new concrete pavement.

The project contractor is Golden Triangle Construction, the project owner is Pennsylvania Department of Transportation; and the engineer is Michael Baker International. 

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CIM Announces Latest Donation for Annual Auction at World of Concrete

The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program — a unique businessintensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management — announced that Alliance Concrete Pumps, Papé Kenworth and Kenworth Truck Company have generously donated the proceeds from the sale of a truckmounted 38M concrete pump to the auction fund for the National Steering Committee for CIM’s annual fundraising auction at World of Concrete.

“We are very appreciative of the continued support from Alliance Concrete Pumps, Papé Kenworth and Kenworth Truck Company,” said Ben Robuck, CIM auction committee chairman.

“Their continued support of the CIM program speaks volumes to their commitment to the concrete industry and the importance these leading companies place on CIM. The proceeds from the sale of this item will help ensure a successful CIM Auction at the 2025 World of Concrete.”

The modern design of the 38M concrete pump, with a robust rotec pedestal and streamlined side panels and outriggers, allows for less overall weight and makes this machine legal in more places while still providing simplicity, reliability and performance for the operator, according to the manufacturer.

Specifications for the truck-mounted 38M concrete pump include:

General Specifications

• Pipe Size (ID) — 125 mm (5 in.)

• Boom Control — Proportional (by HAWE)

• Radio Remote — Scanreco wireless dual transmitter system

• Vibrator — Standard

• Water Pump — Hydraulic Power 20 bar (290 psi)

• Water Tank — 800 L (211 G)

• Wear Parts — Carbide

Boom Specifications

• Number of booms — four sections

• Folding type — Z Fold

• Vertical height — 37.1 m (121 ft. 9 in.)

• Horizontal reach — 33.1 m (108 ft. 7 in.)

• Unfolding height — 8.9 m (29 ft. 2 in.)

• 1st Section — 8.98 m (29 ft. 5 in.)

Concrete Industry Management photo The modern design of the 38M concrete pump, with a robust rotec pedestal and streamlined side panels and outriggers, allows for less overall weight and makes this machine legal in more places while still providing simplicity, reliability and performance for the operator, according to the manufacturer.

• 2nd Section — 7.85 m (25 ft. 9 in.)

• 3rd Section — 7.94 m (26 ft. 1 in.)

• 4th Section — 8.33 m (27 ft. 4 in.)

• Outrigger — X-Style

• Front Spread — 6.3 m (20 ft. 8 in.)

• Rear Spread — 7.0 m (23 ft.)

Pump Specifications

• Output — Rod Side 164 m³/h (215 yd³/h)

• Output — Piston Side 102 m³/h (133 yd³/h)

• Pressure — Rod Side 72 Bar (1044 psi)

• Pressure — Piston Side 115‡ bar (1668 psi)

• Concrete Cylinder Diameter — 230 mm (9 in.)

• Concrete Cylinder Type — Hard Chromed

• Stroke Length — 2,100 mm (83 in.)

• S-Tube Size — 9 in. by 7 in.

• Main Oil Pump — Rexroth hydromatic A11VLO260

• Hydraulic System Pressure — 350 bar (5076 psi)

• Lube System (Hopper) — Automatic

• Switching System — Hydraulic

• Hopper Capacity — Easy Clean

600 L (158 G)

• Number of Strokes/Minute — 31

• Output Control Range — 10(13)~164m³/h (215yd³/h)

The Kenworth conventional chassis includes:

• Model — T880

• Wheelbase — 290 in.

• Engine — Paccar MX-13 455 hp

• Transmission — Allison 4500RDS 6-speed automatic transmission

• Front Axle — 20,000 lbs.

• Rear Axle — 46,000 lbs. Neway air suspension

• Base Warranty — 12 month/100,000 mile

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the complete unit is $505,000.

“Alliance Concrete Pumps is excited to donate the proceeds of the sale of our most popular boom pump model to the CIM auction,” said Clayton White, president and CEO, Alliance Concrete Pumps. “We are also very proud to be part of procuring young and up-andcoming talent for the concrete industry.”

The annual auction will be held Jan. 22, 2025, in the North Hall Room N262 of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

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The project was awarded in April 2023 and is executed by the design-build team of Kokosing Construction Company and Rinker Design Associates. Construction commenced in November 2023 with the initial phase focusing on shoulder strengthening to facilitate traffic shifts necessary for median widening. Kokosing’s earthmoving operations actively progressed in the median.

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The project involves placing approximately 190,000 cu. yds. of fill and about 110,000 tons of asphalt.

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Reducing Congestion, Enhancing Safety Part of VDOT’s I-81 Project

“In 2019, the Virginia General Assembly adopted legislation creating the Interstate 81 Corridor Improvement Fund, which receives revenues through the Interstate Operations and Enhancement Program and a regional fuels tax along the corridor that was signed into law by Gov. Ralph Northam in April that year,” said Dave Covington, I-81 program delivery director. “VDOT is utilizing federal Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act [TIFIA] loans to advance projects along the corridor more quickly with lowinterest rate loans.”

The program began with a corridor study completed in 2018 identifying the different improvements required as part of the project.

Given the project's location at the busy I-81/I-64 Interchange and the presence of three other active projects nearby, safety is a top priority.

“To protect construction workers, traffic barriers have been installed and speed limits have been reduced. All detours, whether planned or due to incidents, will utilize the Route 262 bypass around Staunton,” said Joe Duquette, construction manager.

The project involves placing approximately 190,000 cu. yds. of fill and about 110,000 tons of asphalt. Around 105,000 sq. yds. of full-depth reclamation will be conducted between the northbound and southbound lanes using reclaimers and bulk spreaders. All other construction aspects will utilize conventional equipment.

“The greatest challenge of this project is maintenance of traffic [MOT] due to its phased nature, which includes the reconstruction of five bridges,” said Duquette. “While the median grading is relatively straightforward and the site is mostly balanced, there have been no significant environmental or historical impacts.”

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John Deere revealed several new autonomous machines during a press conference at CES 2025 to support customers in agriculture, construction and commercial landscaping.

Building on Deere’s autonomous technology first revealed at CES 2022, the company’s second-generation autonomy kit combines advanced computer vision, AI and cameras to help the machines navigate their environments.

While each of these industries experiences their own set of challenges, a commonality across all is skilled labor availability.

• Agriculture: the American Farm Bureau Federation also estimates there are roughly 2.4 million farm jobs that need to be filled annually.

• Construction: 88 percent of contractors struggle to find skilled labor.

• Commercial Landscaping: 86 percent of landscaping business owners can’t find labor to fill open positions.

Quarries supply the essential raw materials vital for building roads, buildings and infrastructure, and it’s a complex process to mine, process and transport materials. Using the second-generation kit, the ADT will handle the repetitive tasks of transporting material around the quarry to facilitate different steps in the cycle.

“Our agriculture, construction and commercial landscaping customers all have work that must get done at certain times of the day and year, yet there is not enough available and skilled labor to do the work,” said Jahmy Hindman, chief technology officer at John Deere.

“Autonomy can help address this challenge. That’s why we’re extending our technology stack to enable more machines to operate safely and autonomously in unique and complex environments. This will not only benefit our customers, but all of us who rely on them to provide the food, fuel, fiber, infrastructure and landscaping care that we depend on every day.”

Autonomy Expanding to More Machines

• Autonomous 9RX Tractor for LargeScale Agriculture: Tillage is one of the busiest times of the year for farmers. With the second-generation autonomy kit, featuring 16 individual cameras arranged in pods to enable a 360-degree view of the field, farmers can step away from the machine and focus their time on other important jobs. The advanced autonomy kit also calculates depth more accurately at larger distances, allowing the tractor to pull more equipment and drive faster.

• Autonomous 5ML Orchard Tractor for Air Blast Spraying: Protecting crops

through air blast spraying is a challenging and repetitive job. Featuring the latest autonomy kit with added Lidar sensors to address the dense canopies found in orchards, the initial machine will be offered with a diesel engine. A battery electric tractor of comparable size and capacity to existing diesel 5M/ML models on the market today will follow.

• 460 P-Tier Autonomous Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) for Quarry Operations: Quarries supply the essential raw materials vital for building roads, buildings and infrastructure, and it’s a complex process to mine, process and transport materials. Using the second-generation kit, the

ADT will handle the repetitive tasks of transporting material around the quarry to facilitate different steps in the cycle.

• Autonomous Battery Electric Mower for Commercial Landscaping: Commercial landscaping is a highly competitive industry and having the staff to support different bids is essential. The autonomous commercial mower leverages the same camera technology as other Deere autonomous machines, but on a reduced scale since the machine has a smaller footprint. With two cameras on the front, left, right and rear, 360-degree coverage is achieved, and staff can focus on other aspects of the job. Select machines will be autonomy ready from the factory and the second-generation perception system will be available as a retrofit kit for certain existing machines, providing customers with multiple paths to adoption based on where they are in their technology journey.

The machines are managed via John Deere Operations Center Mobile, the company’s cloud-based platform. By swiping left to right to start, the machine can be started once placed in the appropriate spot. Through the app, users also have access to live video, images, data and metrics, and the ability to adjust various factors like speed. In the event of any job quality anomalies or machine health issues, users will be notified remotely so they can make necessary adjustments.

For more information, visit www.deere.com. 

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Electric, Hybrid Equipment Reducing Emissions On Job Sites

The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it embraces electric and hybrid equipment to reduce emissions on job sites. This shift is driven by stricter environmental regulations, rising fuel costs and a growing commitment to sustainability.

For contractors aiming to stay competitive and environmentally responsible in 2025, understanding the benefits and challenges of this transition is crucial.

Environmental, Operational Benefits

Transitioning to electric and hybrid construction equipment offers substantial environmental advantages. Electric machinery produces zero on-site emissions, significantly improving air quality and reducing the industry’s carbon footprint. For example, studies have shown that electric construction equipment can reduce emissions by up to 95 percent compared to diesel counterparts.

In addition to environmental benefits, electric equipment operates with lower noise levels, enhancing worker safety and minimizing disturbances in urban areas. Operationally, electric motors provide instant torque, improving machine responsiveness and efficiency. Moreover, electric equipment often has fewer moving parts, leading to reduced maintenance requirements and downtime.

Industry Adoption, Examples

Major manufacturers are leading the charge in developing electric and hybrid construction equipment. Volvo Construction Equipment, for instance, has committed to

transitioning its entire product line to electric or hybrid power by 2030. Their Electric Site project demonstrated a 98 percent reduction in carbon emissions and a 70 percent reduction in energy costs during a 10-week trial. Similarly, Caterpillar has introduced the Cat Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) system, which transfers energy to both diesel-electric and battery-electric mining trucks during operation, aiming to lower operating costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Challenges, Considerations

Despite the clear benefits, transitioning to electric and hybrid equipment presents challenges. The initial investment for electric machinery is typically higher than for traditional diesel-powered equipment. However, lower operating and maintenance costs can offset this over time. Government incentives and tax credits also are available in many regions to support the adoption of electric equipment.

Another challenge is the development of adequate charging infrastructure. Construction sites, especially in remote areas, may lack the necessary facilities. However, advancements in fast-charging technology and the increasing availability of portable charging solutions are mitigating this issue.

Future Outlook

The construction industry is expected to reach a tipping point in 2025, with a significant shift from diesel engines toward more electric or hybrid equipment. This transition is

supported by advancements in battery technology, decreasing costs and increasing regulatory pressures globally.

Innovations such as hydrogen fuel cells and solar fuels also are emerging, offering alternative energy sources for construction equipment. These technologies can work alongside electric solutions to further reduce emissions and enhance sustainability on job sites.

Recommendations for Contractors

• Assess Equipment Needs: Evaluate which machinery in your fleet can be replaced with electric or hybrid alternatives without compromising performance.

• Explore Incentives: Research government programs that offer financial incentives for adopting sustainable equipment to offset initial costs.

• Invest in Training: Ensure that your workforce is trained to operate and maintain new electric or hybrid equipment effectively.

• Plan for Infrastructure: Develop a strategy for charging infrastructure, considering the specific needs and locations of your projects.

• Monitor Technological Developments: Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends to make timely and strategic decisions.

By proactively integrating electric and hybrid equipment, contractors can not only comply with evolving regulations but also contribute to a more sustainable future for the construction industry. Embracing these technologies will enhance operational efficiency and position companies as leaders in environmental stewardship. 

Fleetio’s Jump Start Initiative to Benefit Charitable Businesses

Launching its new humanitarian Jump Start Initiative, Fleetio has awarded a free subscription for its fleet optimization software to Shake-A-Leg Miami, a non-profit dedicated to providing watersports opportunities and activities for people with disabilities, veterans and their families.

With a preventive maintenance system in place to increase watercraft availability and uptime, SALM can more confidently create life-changing experiences through adaptive sports.

Aligned with the spirit of Giving Tuesday, the new annual Jump Start Initiative invites Fleetio customers to nominate deserving non-profit organizations within their communities to win a free subscription of Fleetio’s comprehensive solution.

Based in Miami, Fla., Shake-A-Leg Miami (SALM) is a beacon of hope and inspiration, bringing individuals with disabilities and those from disadvantaged backgrounds together with their families and friends to enjoy the therapeutic beauty of Biscayne Bay. Through activities like sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding, SALM fosters inclusion, connection and personal growth.

The organization also creates a supportive environment where participants and their

families can engage in recreational experiences, build new skills and even prepare for future careers through its unique vocational program.

“For nearly 35 years, we’ve strived to offer the best possible experience for our participants, but managing our fleet without an automated system in place was a challenge,” said Harry Horgan, co-founder and president at Shake-A-Leg Miami.

“Fleetio’s technology gives us the opportunity to operate on a whole new level. The ability to simplify and automate our maintenance processes lets us become more proactive in how we manage our resources. With this support, we can focus on creating meaningful opportunities and pushing our mission forward — making waves in Miami and beyond.”

Impressed by the efficiency and value Fleetio brought to its business, Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club operator, introduced the platform to the SALM organization. As a long-time customer of Fleetio, Freedom Boat Club has experienced significant operational improvements by utilizing Fleetio’s fleet maintenance software across its numerous locations. After learning about SALM’s challenges with manual processes, Fleetio

“Fleetio’s technology gives us the opportunity to operate on a whole new level.”

Harry Horgan Shake-A-Leg Miami

responded with an in-kind donation of their software subscription, empowering SALM to improve operations and focus resources on their mission of serving the local community.

“As a board member at Shake-A-Leg Miami, I witnessed firsthand the operational challenges they faced with their fleet and knew that Fleetio could make a real impact,” said Kevin Seelig, co-owner and president at Freedom Boat Club of Northeast Florida. “At Freedom Boat Club, we’ve seen how

Fleetio optimizes fleet operations and eliminates the burden of manual processes. For Shake-A-Leg Miami, this means more than just ensuring uptime — it’s about allowing them to grow and better serve those who rely on their services.”

Fleetio provides a comprehensive fleet management and optimization platform that helps businesses of all sizes effectively maintain their fleets. Its cloud- and webbased solutions make it easy for fleets to handle inspections, work orders, maintenance schedules and parts inventory. By integrating with telematics providers, fuel card services and maintenance shops, Fleetio turns critical fleet data into insights that enable informed, data-driven decisions.

“Fleetio’s technology is designed to solve real operational challenges, and for ShakeA-Leg Miami, it means freeing up their limited resources to focus on their mission over menial tasks,” said Jon Meachin, CEO of Fleetio. “As an organization, we’re committed to making a positive difference, and by helping Shake-A-Leg Miami keep their fleet in top condition, we support their ability to continue the meaningful work they do for their community.”

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Breaking Down How GPS Functionality, Automation,

Having a screen that shows exactly where you are in real time when working with multiple material layers will make that work much easier and faster, preventing rework and removing the danger of having a person in the trench measuring depths.

ly accepted and used in a variety of machine types, and GPS functionality can elevate that accuracy and efficiency even further. So how does it work?

By Matthew McLean and Jenny Olsen SPECIAL TO CEG

It can feel intimidating to keep up with technology, especially when it comes to sophisticated heavy equipment. While many owners and operators are getting more comfortable with — and even dependent on — tech features in their machines, some may

still need a little help making sense of it all. Let’s break down how global positioning system (GPS) functionality, machine automation and assistive technology can make operators safer and more productive.

Map Site, Set Boundaries With GPS

Machine control is becoming more wide-

Typically, inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensors are mounted to certain parts of a machine. These can tell the operator where the bucket tooth is and how close they are to a target grade or depth. Upgrades like satellite antennas and smart receivers, which make up GPS functionality, allow the entire machine to “know” where it is.

For example, on an excavator, the operator can use an in-cab interface (like a tablet) to draw the shape they want to dig. Let’s

say it’s a basement. Then they can put the bucket on the ground where one corner of the basement will be, move the bucket to a second spot, and that tells the machine to “draw” a wall between the two. Depth and slope can be factored in as well. Due to the sensors and satellite receivers, the machine will remember where every point is as it moves around the site.

Upgrading to 3D software like Trimble or Topcon takes GPS support one step further. These programs can import a computer-aided design (CAD) file for an entire job site (like a neighborhood of roads and water and sewer lines), and all GPS-equipped machines will know how far to dig no matter where they are located on that site.

Some GPS software allows operators to create layers as well. Maybe you’re putting in a water line that involves multiple material layers with specific requirements for each. Let’s say you want 6 in. of sand as your base, 3.5 ft. of gravel, 2 ft. of fill soil and then 1 ft. of topsoil. Having a screen that shows exactly where you are in real time will make that work much easier and faster, preventing rework and removing the danger of having a person in the trench measuring depths.

Another safety-boosting feature is swing control (or swing fencing), which allows an operator to create an invisible “wall” so they cannot swing into traffic, other machines or people. Similarly, height or depth limits can be set to avoid clipping utilities. And to get even more specific, object detection does exactly what it says and alerts operators when something is in the way.

Perhaps one of the most exciting GPSrelated features still growing in functionality and adoption is jobsite mapping. This allows all equipped machines on a site to “see” where the others are, helping operators avoid traffic and safety concerns and improving jobsite (and fuel) efficiency.

Return-to-dig stops the boom while lowering, helping the operator return the bucket to the same position every time so it’s ready to dig into the pile again.

compactors and pavers also have assistive technologies that show operators how many passes they’ve made, the temperature of the material and its density, and other important data that can improve their productivity.

Assistive Technology Can Boost Safety, Productivity

Take It Up a Notch With Automation

Automating certain tasks can improve efficiency even more. To use another excavator example, many systems will “cut grade” on the final pass. But with automation technology, the operator controls only the arm while the computer controls the boom and bucket to ensure that the last pass is smooth and at the right depth.

Some articulated trucks and wheel loaders come with a speed limiter option that automatically regulates maximum speed. If you’re in a region that sets speed limits on work sites, this could help reduce the potential for fines while improving safety and managing site traffic.

Many compactors and pavers also have assistive technologies that show operators how many passes they’ve made, the temperature of the material and its density, and other important data that can improve their produc tivity.

Support OperatorsÊ Growth, Efficiency

Assistive technology can help operators make

real-time adjustments by alerting them of trends in idling, braking, accelerating, fuel consumption, improper work modes and more. Ultimately, the operator can choose to adjust their behavior accordingly or ignore the alerts, so remember that a machine is never more efficient than its operator.

One of the most popular assistive tools is on-board weighing. Not every work site can have a scale handy, and even if they did, it could slow things down. If a machine can weigh its own load, operators can skip adding or dumping material and reweighing, saving lots of time and fuel. Overloading also can increase wear on a truck and lead to overweight fines.

Another favorite feature is a work mode or response mode. Excavators often have work modes like fine, general and heavy,

engine rpms, hydraulic flows and pressures, and fuel consumption based on the task. Excavators and wheel loaders may both have response modes like soft, active and normal, which control how fast the machine responds when you move the joysticks.

Other wheel loader features that can shorten cycle times include boom kickout and return-to-dig. Boom kickout stops the boom at a predetermined point while lifting, which is helpful when loading a truck at the same height for an extended period. Returnto-dig stops the boom while lowering, helping the operator return the bucket to the same position every time so it’s ready to dig into the pile again. When these functions aren’t done properly, you’ll see the loader bucking or getting stuck, which disrupts the cycle and puts unnecessary wear on the machine.

Let Tech Take You Farther

Technology can be a great recruiting and training tool, especially during a labor shortage. Plus, many of the tech features mentioned here allow operators to program certain buttons and levers to remember their preferred specs. If multiple operators use the same machine, they can each have their own profile. It only takes a couple minutes to set these up, and the time saved down the road far outweighs that issue.

Some of this technology may sound quite advanced, but it’s usually pretty easy to learn. At the end of the day, less rework means higher profits and lower total cost of ownership … not to mention the immeasurable value of a safer site.

Don’t let a fear of the unknown keep you from maximizing your potential. Ask a trusted dealer rep about your options, and see how technology could take your team to the next level. 

(Matthew McLean is product manager — Assist Systems and Jenny Olsen is product manager — Productivity Services at Volvo Construction Equipment) (All photos courtesy of Volvo.)

One of the most popular assistive tools is on-board weighing. If a machine can weigh its own load, operators can skip adding or dumping material and reweighing, saving lots of time and fuel.

Machine control is becoming more widely accepted and used in a variety of machine types, and GPS functionality can elevate that accuracy and efficiency even further.

Many of

tech features allow operators to program certain buttons and levers to remember their preferred specs.

Researchers Hope to Create Active Roles for All in Safety Policy

He said workers should be expected to speak up, and construction management should communicate this message consistently.

“If you don’t set the culture, people aren’t going to speak up because you know what? If you’re an employer, your intentions are irrelevant,” said Parker. “Your motivations are irrelevant. It’s what that employee thinks about what’s going to happen if they speak up. That’s important.”

Working to help the industry create an expectation that health and safety are an industry-wide goal, a national five-year research effort has been launched.

Creating Universal Toolkit

The project, focused on the industry’s critical safety and mental health challenges, is the Collaborative Leadership for Safety and Health in Construction.

The research is supported by the Center for Construction Research and Training (CCPWR), NIOSH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers hail from the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) and the Center for Promotion of Health in the New England Workplace.

The creation of a toolkit to help construction managers, supervisors and workers identify and address safety and health challenges is the end goal.

According to Safety and Health Magazine, researchers expect the toolkit “to foster a culture … that’s both comprehensive and sustainable.”

It will emphasize collaboration among various levels in the workplace and contribute to reduced injury rates and enhanced worker well-being. Working with industry advisors, some from academia, labor unions and safety professions, the team envisions a toolkit from a wide range of perspectives.

Researchers will work closely with the diverse advisory board to increase the toolkit’s potential effectiveness across different work environments.

“The construction industry faces a host of challenges that impact individual wellbeing,” said project leader Natalie Schwatka. “While there are many strategies construction companies can use to address these

challenges, they’re often not adopted or fail during implementation.”

She said that’s because “they weren’t built by the participants who hold the knowledge and experience of how things work best.”

In fact, eight contractors will implement and use the toolkit as the researchers evaluate the process. Once the evaluation is complete, OSHA will disseminate the product, along labor unions, industry associations and workers’ compensation insurers.

“The secret sauce of our approach is the focus on both leadership commitment and workforce engagement,” said Schwatka.

“By combining our expertise and resources, we’re able to create a far greater impact on worker safety and health in the construction industry.”

The framework, she said, will offer managers and workers “a more active role in the safety and well-being initiatives at their workplace.”

“The upside for workers is that this project gives them a seat at the table throughout

the process,” added Schwatka, assistant professor of the ColoradoSPH.

Liliana Tenney, a project co-investigator, agrees. “We are creating a resource that empowers everyone on a construction site to take an active role,” she said.

Beyond solving immediate issues, the toolkit “is about building a culture where workers and management … co-create longlasting, positive change,” said Tenney. “By focusing on sustainability, we’re equipping construction teams to support well-being long after the project ends.”

Adopting an evidence-based model the researchers hope for lasting changes in the industry’s approach to worker health, safety and well-being. The ultimate goal is to contribute to reduced injury rates and improved workforce health overall.

Procore believes contractors can begin now to create a positive safety culture that will impact productivity, reputation and worker morale.

Adapting for Today, Future

Creating a construction safety culture starts with leadership commitment, said Clark Jensen and Julia Tell of Procore.

The process involves material resources, training, clear policies and open channels of

communications said the two.

Safety incidents, they believe, are “a lagging indicator of potential problems in safety planning and implementation.” These incidents can negatively impact a whole operation, said Jensen, senior strategic product consultant, quality & safety, and Tell, a construction writer.

“Conversely, a positive safety culture supports identifying site risks and unsafe practices before an incident occurs, focusing on leading indicators,” they said.

The process of moving from lagging to leading safety indicators can save money, though that may seem counterintuitive since you need to budget for safety.

According to CCPWR, the common misperception that safety hurts profits can be a barrier to implementing improvements to a safety culture. But viewing safety as a value means weaving it into every decision at each operational level, said Jensen and Tell. It includes implementing policies and procedures that go above and beyond the minimum set out by OSHA.

“Communicating those policies clearly to all levels of the workforce is the responsibility of management,” they said. “Management must also allocate material

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The end goal of the collaborative construction health and safety project is the creation of a toolkit to help construction managers, supervisors and workers identify and address industry-specific challenges.

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The construction health and safety toolkit will emphasize collaboration among various levels in the workplace and contribute to reduced injury rates and enhanced worker well-being.

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TOOLKIT from page 54

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Here are Jensen’s and Tell’s key suggestions for implementing a thriving culture of safety.

1. Conduct preconstruction safety planning.

The more you emphasize safety in preconstruction, especially in the bidding phase, the safer your job site will be during construction and under warranty work.

In the planning phase for each project, developing a robust safety and emergency plan is crucial. In fact, some owners, developers and public agencies use safety as a qualification factor during contractor selection.

A comprehensive safety plan includes identifying risks, planning procedures to avoid hazards, and devising a regular safety inspection schedule. In addition, this is a time to prepare material resources such as PPE and first aid supplies for the job site.

2. Form a cross-sectional safety committee.

As you implement your plans, a safety committee composed of workers can meet regularly to assess specific processes and safety practices, needed training, and revisit the job safety analysis.

During routine safety inspections, the safety professional generates construction safety reports to give an overview of the status of risks on the site. As committees review safety policy documents regularly, they should also stay informed of industry practices to revise policies with the latest guidance.

In addition to formal reports, safety managers can reach out on the job site to ask for feedback on safety practices that workers feel will improve conditions.

3. Take inspection reports seriously. Leadership teams can maintain a positive safety culture by taking reports from workers or safety inspections seriously and mitigating identified risks.

Continuous improvement and ongoing attention to safety maintain a culture that uncovers risks before an incident. Open communication helps build the relationships between managers and workers so everyone feels safe.

4. Underline morale and mental health.

Your company’s good reputation for safety helps you attract and retain the best workers. People prefer to work for companies where safety is a priority. If one worker gets injured, it drags down the morale of other onsite workers.

The mental health of workers impacts productivity and jobsite incidents harm morale. An environment that prioritizes worker safety improves morale.

5. Set an example.

Leading by example is one of the best ways to communicate a positive safety culture. Messaging about safety is important, but actions often speak louder than words.

When an owner arrives on a site, if he or she wears their own safety gear even if they’re just there for a 45-minute walkthrough with an inspector. That simple act by the owner and management exemplifies adherence to procedures for every worker.

6. Conduct regular safety training.

Regular safety training is a necessary preventive measure. Conducting ongoing training is vital as the industry is constantly changing.

Training can empower workers to take responsibility for their own safety and follow the guidelines that keep those around them safe as well. Providing comprehensive training for all employees is crucial, especially because of the current dynamics of the construction industry workforce. Training reminds veteran workers of proper procedures while newer hires need to be brought up to speed and gain experience in safety.

7. Empower and reward employees. Safety culture should prioritize open communication so that every worker takes ownership and feels free to communicate hazards and problems they observe.

The concept of kaizen, empowering every employee to recommend improvements, is a helpful way to frame this. Offering incentives for reporting instead of punitive responses can help overcome worker reluctance to report hazards.

Recognizing and rewarding safety behavior prioritizes catching leading indicators. Rewards create an environment where reporting is celebrated rather than penalized, and this helps get buy-in from all of the workers on site.

Finally, said Jensen and Tell, leadership initially demonstrates a commitment to safety by establishing it as priority — or better yet, a core company value.

“As Mark Whitson, president of DPR Construction, said, ‘A lot of companies talk about safety as a priority. We talk about safety as a value.’”

Leadership commitment to safety, open communication and setting the best possible example means everyone involved can be on the same safety page.

“And on their way to a safer, more efficient job site,” said the two from Procore. 

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Support Mental Health in Construction With These Strategies

As January rolls in, it brings an important reminder for all industries — including construction — to focus on mental well-being.

Mental Wellness Month is a chance to prioritize the mental health of workers, highlight the stressors they face and implement strategies that foster healthier mindsets on and off the job site.

The construction industry is uniquely demanding. Long hours, physically intensive work, tight deadlines and economic pressures can take a toll on even the most resilient workers. According to the CDC, construction workers have one of the highest suicide rates of any profession. Addressing this challenge head-on is not just beneficial — it’s essential.

Here are practical strategies construction businesses can adopt to support mental wellness throughout January and beyond.

Promote Open Communication

The stigma surrounding mental health often discourages workers from seeking help. Leaders and supervisors can set a tone of openness by normalizing conversations about mental health.

• Hold Toolbox Talks: Dedicate weekly safety meetings to discussing stress management, burnout and signs of mental health struggles.

• Provide Resources: Share information about mental health support hotlines, company-provided counseling services or Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).

• Lead by Example: Encourage leadership to share their experiences and reinforce that seeking help is a sign of strength.

Encourage Work-Life Balance

Long shifts and physically demanding tasks can push workers to exhaustion. Prioritizing work-life balance is crucial for longterm mental and physical health.

• Set Realistic Schedules: Avoid overloading workers with excessive overtime and provide adequate breaks.

• Encourage Time Off: Remind workers to use their paid leave

and check in on those who appear fatigued or overworked.

• Offer Flexibility: If possible, implement scheduling that accommodates personal needs without compromising deadlines.

Implement Mental Health Training

Providing supervisors and workers with tools to identify and manage mental health challenges can transform jobsite culture.

• Training Programs: Enroll team leaders in programs to help them spot signs of stress, anxiety or depression in team members.

• Identify Early Warning Signs: Teach workers to recognize symptoms like fatigue, irritability and withdrawal in themselves and others.

• Create Peer Support Networks: Foster an environment where coworkers look out for one another and offer help when needed.

Provide Access to Professional Support

Sometimes, professional intervention is necessary to address mental health issues effectively.

• EAP Services: Ensure employees know about and can easily access Employee Assistance Programs for counseling or support.

• Telehealth Options: Offer virtual therapy sessions for convenience, especially for workers on remote sites.

• Community Partnerships: Partner with mental health organizations or local clinics to provide affordable resources to your workforce.

Foster Physical Well-Being to Support Mental Health

Physical health and mental health are inextricably tied together. Small changes to promote healthier lifestyles can reduce stress and improve overall well-being.

• On-Site Wellness Programs: Provide stretch-and-flex routines before shifts or access to fitness incentives.

• Nutrition Support: Offer healthier snack and meal options on-site to fuel both body and mind.

• Sleep Awareness: Educate workers about the importance of rest and the risks of sleep deprivation, especially for those working long hours.

Create Positive Workplace Culture

A supportive, inclusive environment can help workers feel valued and less alone.

• Recognize Achievements: Celebrate workers’ accomplishments to boost morale.

• Offer Mentorship: Pair new hires with experienced workers for guidance and connection.

• Respectful Environments: Address harassment swiftly to maintain a positive environment.

Benefits of Prioritizing Mental Wellness

Focusing on mental wellness isn’t just the right thing to do — it benefits the entire organization. Mentally healthy employees are more productive, safer and more engaged in their work. Reduced stress levels lead to better decision-making and fewer workplace incidents, fostering an overall safer job site.

By embracing Mental Wellness Month, construction companies can set the foundation for long-term change. Building mental wellness into the industry’s culture creates stronger teams, healthier workers and a brighter future for everyone involved.

This January, let’s challenge the stigma around mental health and actively support construction workers in their mental wellness journey. Whether it’s through open communication, professional support or simple day-to-day practices, every small step makes a difference.

By taking action now, the construction industry can move toward a healthier, more resilient workforce — ready to tackle any job that comes its way. 

Caterpillar Kicks Off Its Next 100 Years of Innovation

The Holt Manufacturing Company and the C.L. Best Tractor Co. merged to form what was then known as the Caterpillar Tractor Co. in 1925. From the company’s first track-type tractor designed to pull combine harvesters in Northern California to autonomous construction and mining equipment and engines that power the world today, Caterpillar products and services have helped its customers complete infrastructure projects that have shaped the modern world.

“Our success over the last 100 years is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees, the continued trust of our customers and the support of our dealers and business partners,” said Caterpillar Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby. “I am proud to lead such a strong team, and I’m

confident Caterpillar will continue to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world over the next 100 years.”

Celebrations took place in Sanford, N.C., and Peoria, Ill. At the company’s global headquarters in Irving, Texas, the families of company founders C.L. Best and Benjamin Holt will gather with company leaders and employees to celebrate the first 100 years of innovation as Caterpillar begins its journey into the next century.

The Centennial World Tour embarked on its journey to visit Caterpillar facilities around the world and provide an interactive and immersive experience for employees and visitors. The company also is commemorating the milestone with limited-edition “Centennial Grey” painted machines available for purchase in 2025.

Caterpillar invites its global employees, customers and stakeholders to join in its 100th anniversary celebrations all year long.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com/100. 

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Caterpillar officially turns 100 on April 15, marking a century of customer-centric innovation and industry-leading transformation.

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Titusville City Council member Sarah Stoeckel said one of the largest new residential projects under way in her city is The Shores at Tranquility, located north of the NASA Causeway along the Indian River Lagoon shoreline and across from the Kennedy Space Center.

This project is being built in phases, with the first consisting of 99 single-family homes, another 104 single-family homes in the second phase and 75 homes in Phase 3. Additional phases are planned for the future, Florida Today reported, along with a marina and a town center on the site.

Stoeckel told the newspaper that residential developments like this one also help generate interest in national retail and restaurant companies deciding on whether or not to locate to Titusville. An example is the planned Panera Bread restaurant in a smaller “urban store” format along Florida Highway 50/Cheney Highway.

But she cautioned that the city must strike a balance between new residential development and commercial development, while also focusing on infrastructure improvements and preserving wetlands and green space areas.

The Titusville City Council and its Community Redevelopment Agency are working to devise plans to spur more development downtown, including shops, restaurants and service businesses, she explained.

A city council member since 2016, Stoeckel noted that Titusville municipal officials also must work to resolve the split among local residents, some of whom want more development, and others who want to keep the city’s “small-town feel.”

Separately, an unnamed developer is continuing efforts to transform the site of Titusville Mall (formerly known as Searstown Mall) along U.S. 1 into a multiuse complex. Reportedly, the plan is to include a hotel, an apartment complex, an assisted-living faculty, retail space, restaurants, a medical complex, and other offices on the site, according to Florida Today.

In Melbourne, Mayor Paul Alfrey said he expects construction of the Compass Landing by Margaritaville resort project to be moving forward this year after experiencing some economic roadblocks that ended up delaying its construction.

Plans call for Compass Landing by Margaritaville to be built on a 4.6-acre riverfront site just south of Cherry Street along U.S. 1.

The tropical-themed Melbourne Margaritaville is designed to feature a seven-story hotel facing the Indian River Lagoon, plus a two-story restaurant building with 400 seats, a 221-slip marina, a 14,000-sq.-ft. lawn with a stage for concerts and events, a four-level parking garage and a public boardwalk.

Certified General Contractors in Melbourne was selected as the general contractor of the project.

Its pre-construction work is already under way.

Runte’s company also is working on a 240-unit apartment community in Melbourne at the former site of a Sears department store near the intersection of NASA Boulevard and Babcock Street.

He noted that construction is under way on the $58 million project, called Midtown Melbourne, with a completion target of early 2027.

The former retail store itself will be repurposed and renovated into a self-storage facility, while the remainder of the

site is planned to be redeveloped into the luxury apartment community made up of eight buildings, each of which will be four stories tall.

Among Midtown Melbourne’s amenities will be a clubhouse, resident garages, a pool, a dog park and green space. Additionally, more than $7 million in site upgrades will be invested toward stormwater, infrastructure and other upgrades.

The developer is Inlet Property Co. in Vero Beach, and the management firm will be Charlotte, N.C.-based Madison Communities, with Certified General Contractors providing the civil engineering services.

Construction also is continuing at a strong pace in West Viera, one of the faster-growing areas of Brevard County.

Eva Rey, senior vice president of community management and communications for The Viera Co., shared details with Florida Today on some of the residential projects in West Viera.

She described the Aripeka development as a 260-unit, gated “eco-community,” with “wooden gates, [a] natural landscape and lakes framed by majestic live oaks and mature sable palms.”

Aripeka’s future amenities will include a clubhouse, a playground, an outdoor pavilion and trails, she noted.

Another nearby development is Crossmolina, which features enhanced designs for a total of 314 single-family homes — 154 of which are attached duplex villas. The amenities in this Viera Builders neighborhood include a central pool, shade canopies, a playground and benches.

Viera Builders’ latest community, due to soon be released for sale, is Farallon Fields, will have new lot sizes in a gated section of the neighborhood. The area has a broad variety of home designs, with a total of 576 units. Its amenities include a community pool and pavilion, a playground with a tot lot and open recreation spaces.

In addition to the Margaritaville complex in Melbourne, there are a number of other hotel projects on the launchpad in Brevard County. They include eight hotels with a total of 948 rooms projected to open in 2025, according to Space Coast Office of Tourism Executive Director Peter Cranis.

Here is a rundown, with their potential opening month, although construction timelines are often pushed back:

• The Fairfield Inn & Suites Melbourne, with 85 rooms, is set to open its doors in January.

• Melbourne’s Springhill Suites Melbourne-Palm Bay, with 128 rooms, also in January.

• In Viera, the 131-room Homewood Suites VieraMelbourne, February.

• The 150-room Hyatt Place Cape Canaveral, March.

• The Hilton Garden Inn Viera, with 208 rooms, June.

• The Hilton Garden Inn Cape Canaveral, 156 rooms, November.

• In Palm Bay, a 45-room Motel 6, December.

• Also in Palm Bay, a Studio 6, with 45 rooms, December.

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E2 Systems’ Material Placer Solution Serves Practical Need

In 2008, brothers Michael and Carl Evangelista founded E2 Systems, an equipment dealership focused on providing highquality material placement solutions for the construction industry. What began as a solution to a specific problem on a southeast Michigan concrete paving project has since evolved into a leading manufacturer of advanced material placers, serving clients across the United States and internationally.

The idea for E2 Systems was born from a practical need during a concrete paving project. Michael and Carl were working on a demanding two-day pour job site in Michigan that required efficient material placement. The traditional method would have involved using an inline placer machine — an expensive and cumbersome option. Instead, the Evangelistas designed and built a custom material placer, which allowed them to move material quickly and effectively, cutting down on costs and time, but not production.

The Portable Modular Conveyor is designed to attach to any front-end wheel loader of 2.5-cu.-yd. capacity or larger, equipped to accept attachments and has a third valve function. The belt is controlled from inside the loader cab in the same manner as a broom attachment, which is power from the third valve controls.

The low torque, high-speed hydraulic motor on the belt conveyor requires a pump feed of approximately 40 gal. per minute at 3,000 psi. The speed and power of the belt is related to the engine RPM’s. The flow control valve on the system allows for proper flow and pressure regulation.

Compact and lightweight, it can be easily transported on the job site attached to the loader at a travel width of 10 ft., or easily transported on a trailer as a legal load. The Material Placer can accept materials from dump trucks, Agitor trucks, transit-mix trucks, off-road trucks, other loaders, backhoes or other conveyors.

The conveyor will shift 2 ft. left or right from center to adapt to the dumping needs and conditions.

The cost-effective Portable Modular Conveyor-Material Placer is versatile, adaptable and flexible, according to the company. Any wheel loader with a third valve can transfer materials including concrete, top-

In 2015, E2 Systems was honored with the NOVA Award by the Construction Innovation Forum for its contributions to construction technology and innovation.

soil, backfill for sewer trenches, agricultural applications or anything that can be conveyed or transferred.

The success of this first unit led to the development of more machines, which were then utilized on numerous projects throughout the United States. As demand grew, E2 Systems quickly realized the potential of its creation and the need for a company that could specialize in building the best material placer equipment possible.

Over the years, E2 Systems has expanded the capabilities of its Portable Modular Conveyor-Material Placer, applying the

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E2 Systems photo Michael Evangelista

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The Portable Modular Conveyor-Material Placer at work on a Tulsa Airport project.

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The Portable Modular Conveyor is designed to attach to any front-end wheel loader of 2.5-cu.-yd. capacity or larger, equipped to accept attachments and has a third valve function.

see E2 page 70

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Portable Modular Conveyor-Material Placer Is Game Changer

technology to a variety of industries beyond concrete placement, including aggregate, asphalt and embankment material handling. Today, the innovative equipment is used in 10 states, as well as Canada and Nigeria, Africa.

The Material Placer has become a trusted tool for large-scale projects such as the San Francisco BART Rail System; the Chicago Transit Authority’s track renewal initiative; and the Summit Motorsport Dragway in Ohio, to name a few.

At the heart of E2 Systems is a dedicated team, with Michael and Carl serving as the company’s leaders. They are closely involved in every aspect of the business, from design and production to customer relations. They are joined by Steve Fusinski, the project manager, who has been with the company for several years and played a critical role in implementing field changes that have improved the machine’s performance.

“We’ve always been hands-on with the development of the Material Placer,” said Michael. “Steve’s input has been invaluable in adapting our design to meet the specific needs of each project.”

Business Calendar

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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)

AGC Events Calendar:

All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.

• Construction Project Manager Course (https://www.agc.org/learn/education-training/events/construction-project-manager-course-3)

Dates: Sunday, January 26, 2025 (4:00 PM) – Friday, January 31, 2025 (2:00 PM) Atlanta, Georgia Training/Professional Development

• 2025 Surety Bonding & Risk Management Conference (https://risk.agc.org/)

Dates: Monday, January 27, 2025 (7:00 AM) –Wednesday, January 29, 2025 (12:00 PM) Bonita Springs, FL Risk Management

• 2025 In-House Environmental Managers Meeting (https://news.agc.org/news/join-your-peers-at-the-next-environmental -roundtable-discussion/)

Dates: Thursday, January 30, 2025 (8:00 AM) –Friday, October 31, 2025 (3:30 PM) Centennial, Colorado Environment

• AGC EDGE STP Units 5 & 6 Productivity

Achievements, Recognition

E2 Systems’ success is not only measured by its expanding customer base but also by the industry recognition it has received. In 2015, the company was honored with the NOVA Award by the Construction Innovation Forum for its contributions to construction

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Dates: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 (2:00 PM) –Monday, March 24, 2025 (6:00 PM) Online Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC Safety & Health Quarterly Town Hall

Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Online Virtual Safety and Health

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC) AGC’s Annual Surety Bonding and Construction Risk Management Conference

Dates: Monday, January 27, 2025 (4:30 PM) to Wednesday, January 29, 2205 (12:00 PM)

Place: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa 5001 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134

Phone: 239/444-1234

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa has a modern, coastalinspired ambiance, and it provides the perfect setting to soak up the spirit of the Naples area in SW Florida.

Reasons to Attend:

1. Meet top Risk Professionals. Engage with purpose.

This Conference is focused on the thought leaders in the ﬁeld of Construction Risk Management.

2. Customizable Agenda.

Carefully crafted Agenda covering industry-leading topics in both keynotes and breakout sessions. Unique pre-conference meetings provide an opportunity for peer-to-peer discussion of the biggest challenges for today’s construction ﬁrms.

3. Connect with friends.

Share your expertise and experience with your peers in driving the industry forward.

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PAVE/X: THE PAVEMENT EXPERIENCE SHOW

Date: JANUARY 28-30, 2025

Place: Chattanooga Convention Center One Carter Plaza Chattanooga, TBN 37402

Phone: 423/756-0001

An Immersive Experience

The ﬁrst ever PAVE/X Show hosted to nearly 1,700 paving and pavement maintenance professionals for live equipment demonstrations, as in-depth educational program and deeper connection opportunities on an expansive sold-out trade show ﬂoor. Pave/X goal with this event is to guide contractors towards deeper buyer insights as they make important purchasing decisions by utilizing high-quality curated education, live equipment demonstrations and networking opportunities that connect the right buyers and sellers, while maximizing the entire experience of both attendees and event supporters.

EDUCATE the pavement industry in a way that has never been seen before.

DEMONSTRATE innovative payment products with live equipment demos.

CONNECT with industry leaders through expanded daytime and evening networking opportunities.

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THE NATIONAL PRECAST CONCRETE ASSOCIATION

The Precast Show 2025

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. Wednesday, FEB 5 (2 PM – 7 PM)

. Thursday, FEB 6 (11 AM – 5 PM)

. Friday, FEB 7 (10 AM – 1 PM)

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Phone: 317/262-3400

The Precast Show features a full line of meetings, events, education courses and more to add to your schedule for the week!

The Precast Show provides a platform for discovering new technologies, creating new business opportunities and sharing industry knowledge.

technology and innovation.

“Our team is proud of the work we’ve done and the trust our customers place in our products,” said Carl. “Winning the NOVA Award was a milestone, but it's the feedback from our clients that truly drives us to keep improving.”

As E2 Systems continues to grow, the company remains focused on providing high-performance solutions for material handling. The Portable Modular conveyor-Material Placer, while already a key player in major infrastructure projects, will likely see even broader applications as the company fine-tunes its technology.

For Michael and Carl, the journey is far from over.

“We’re always looking for new ways to improve and make sure our equipment serves our clients as efficiently as possible,” said Michael.

In a construction world that demands precision and efficiency, E2 Systems is poised to continue leading the way with its innovative equipment and unwavering commitment to excellence. It is a productive and dependable tool, according to the company.  CEG

The 2025 Precast Show is an event that brings together more than 5,000 manufactured concrete industry professionals for networking, education opportunities, and special events. At the Precast Show you can grow your business and discover new opportunities.

For more information: The National Precast Concrete Association Phone: 800/366-7731

INDIANA MINERAL AGGREGATES ASSOCIATION (IMAA) IMAA Winter Workshops & Trade Show

DATES: February 3 – 5, 2025

PLACE: JW Marriott Indianapolis 10 S. West Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: 317/860-5800

Industry Education for Everyone 2025 Winter Workshops & Trade Show

You’ve been waiting for it and it’s ﬁnally here!

The IMAA Committees worked hard to secure an excellent line-up of speakers and presentations for the 2025 Winter Workshops.

The Operations Seminar on February 3rd is Strategies for Unlocking Multi-Generational Talent for Efﬁcient Plant Operations offers a comprehensive approach to developing adaptive leadership skills across diverse workforce generations.

The Workshop Sessions are designed to educate everyone from Sales Professionals to QC Technicians, Owners and CEOs to Safety and Environmental Managers, and everyone in-between. Sign-Up today so you don’t miss out on another fantastic Winter Workshops!

Registration is OPEN for all activities at the Winter Workshops:

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For more information on the IMAA Winter Workshops & Trade Show

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Crews in Oklahoma used the Portable Modular Conveyor-Material Placer on a Tulsa Airport project. E2 from page 68

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Greensboro, NC • 336-308-3045 Raleigh, NC • 919-746-7938

Greenville, NC • 252-752-7145

Leland, NC • 910-800-2070

Columbia, SC • 803-658-0200

North Charleston, SC • 843-225-9377

Greenville, SC • 864-546-5208

Savannah, GA • 866-830-7577

Ashland, VA • 804-964-1900

Chesapeake, VA • 757-317-0494

Wise, VA • 276-268-4601

Heavy Machines Inc. www.heavymachinesinc.com

Murfreesboro, TN 629-335-3077

Piperton (Memphis), TN 901-260-2200 Birmingham, AL 205-323-6108 Mobile, AL 251-653-5955

Shreveport, LA 318-621-0854

Equipment Co. Inc. www.clmequipment.com

3135 US Hwy 90 East Broussard, LA 70518 337-837-6693

4851 E Napoleon Road Sulphur, LA 70663 337-625-5942

2815 N Sam Houston Pkwy E Houston, TX 77032 281-598-2500

JCB www.briggsjcb.com

8215 Palm River Road Tampa, FL 33619 813-605-7800

7551 Presidents Drive, Suite 104 Orlando, FL 32809 407-841-4202

2525 Philips Highway Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-260-6105

5566 6th St W Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 239-458-5005

2755 Marshall Drive Tifton, GA 31793 299-388-8120

www.powerequipco.com

3300 Dozer Lane • Knoxville, TN 37920 865-577-5563

4295 Bonny Oaks Dr. • Chattanooga, TN 37406 423-894-1870

1487 Rock Springs Rd. • Kingsport, TN 37664 423-349-6111

3050 Ferrell Park Cove • Memphis, TN 38116-3502 901-346-9800

1545 Highway 45 • Saltillo, MS 38866 662-869-0283

2801 W 65th Street • Little Rock, AR 72209 501-823-4400

781 E Randall Wobbe Lane • Springdale, AR 72764 479-927-1672

CCS Equipment Sales, LLC

www.ccsequipment.com Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill

5428 Highway 96 • Youngsville, NC 27596 919-556-9110

Fuquay-Holly Springs-Sanford-Fayetteville 836 North Broad St. • Angier, NC 27501 919-935-0505

5886 Ernest Taylor Rd. • Ayden, NC 28513 252-712-1033 Parman Tractor & Equipment

www.parmantractor.com

3570 Dickerson Pike • Nashville, TN 37207 615-865-7800

1485 Bear Creek Pike • Columbia, TN 38401 931-388-7273

Atlantic Coastal Equipment Sales & Rentals

www.acesalesandrentals.com 922 Longwood Drive • Richmond Hill, GA 31324 912-459-1155

www.ccsequipment.com Raleigh - Durham 5428 Highway 96 • Youngsville, NC 27596 919-375-7129 • 877-469-3471

POWER MORE P

- Varina Angier, NC 919-935-0505 Greenville, NC Ayden, NC 28513 252-712-1033

Manitou Group Wins ‘Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024’

Manitou Group, a world reference in the handling, aerial work platform and earth moving sectors, has won the “Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024,” This award recognizes the group’s solid local roots, its successful international expansion and its commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

Organized each year in partnership with Altios, Crédit Agricole Anjou Maine, KPMG, Audencia and the Journal des Entreprises, the “Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024” award recognizes outstanding companies in the Pays de la Loire region. Of the 30 entries received for this 33rd edition, Manitou Group was awarded the “Grand Prix Impact Entreprise 2024”.

Jacqueline Himsworth, chairman of the board, said, “We are proud to receive the Impact Entreprise Grand Prize. This distinction reflects our shared determination, together with all our stakeholders, to accelerate the transformation of our industry where we operate. We are continuing to invest and innovate on all our international production sites, offering our customers ever more sustainable solutions, in line

with our strategic roadmap”.

In particular, the jury praised Manitou Group’s passion for providing long-term support to the region’s high schools and higher education establishments, developing its relationships with local charities through sponsorship and working on a daily basis with an extensive network of regional suppliers.

The company’s policy of investing in all its production sites in western France and abroad, as well as the acquisitions it has made in recent years, also were highlighted.

The jury added: “Manitou Group is rolling out a global impact strategy across all its sites. This high-impact project is the fruit of years of collaboration with stakeholders, and of collective initiatives driven by employees and supported by management. The Impact Entreprise jury was unanimous in its praise for the teams’ humility and pride in the progress they have made, their commitment to their stakeholders and their willingness to constantly challenge themselves with ambitious goals.”

Auctions

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

• Queretaro, MX

Wed., January 22, 2025

For: Late Model Construction & Asphalt Equipment

• Delaware, OH

Fri., January 24, 2025

For: Late Model Construction, Ag Equipment & more

• Bushnell, NJ

Jan. 31 – Feb. 10, 2025

For: 32nd Annual Florida Auction

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

• Las Vegas, NV

January 31, 2025

• Los Angeles, CA

February 6 - 7, 2025

• Houston, TX

February 11 – 13, 2025

• Great Lakes Regional Event

February 12, 2025

• Tipton, CA

February 13 - 14, 2025

• Phoenix, AZ

February 14, 2025

• Orlando, FL

February 17 - 21, 2025

ABSOLUTE AUCTION & REAL-

TY, INC.

www.AARauctions.com

800-243-0061

• Online

Ends January 23, 2025

For: John Deere Tractor

Auction

• Online

Ends January 28, 2025

For: Westchester County

Surplus Vehicle & Equipment

Auction

• Online

Ends January 28, 2025

For: Pleasant Valley FD

Surplus Ambulance Auction

Coming Auctions

To view our complete list of upcoming auctions visit our Auction Calendar at www.constructionequipmentguide.com

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

• Online

Jan. 13 – February 4, 2025

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

• Online Fri., January 31, 2025

For: Woodburn, OR

Monthly Public Auction

• Online

Sat., February 8, 2025

For: Sacramento, CA

Monthly Public Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com

1-877-BIDADOO

• Online

January 28, 2025

• Online

February 4, 2025

• Online February 11, 2025

BIG IRON AUCTIONS

www.bigiron.com

800-937-3558

• Online

January 22, 2025

• Online January 29, 2025

• Online

February 5, 2025

BRYAN AUCTION CO.

www.bryanauction.com

319-283-2345

• Orlando, FL

Fri., February 14, 2025

For: Heavy Equipment & Transportation Auction

HANSEN AUCTION GROUP

www.hansenauctiongroup.com

920-383-1012

• Online

January 14 - 28, 2025

For: Monthly Construction, Heavy Trucks & Government Consignment Auction

• Online

Tues., February 25, 2025 For: Construction Equipment, Heavy Trucks & Government.

HUNYADY AUCTION COMPANY

www.hunyady.com

800-233-6898

• Virtual Live

Wed., January 22, 2025

For: Large Absolute Auction Century 21 Construction

• Virtual Live

Wed., February 12, 2025

For: Ellis Asphalt Paving Inc. Complete Liquidation

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION

www.iraymn.com

320-968-7230

• Online

Wed., January 22, 2025

For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

• Online

Wed., February 26, 2025

For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS

www.jjkane.com 855-GO2-KANE

• Online

January 21 - 22, 2025

For: Western Regional/Government Surplus Auction

• Online

Tues., January 28, 2025

For: Dixon, CA First Capital Online Timed Auction

• Online

January 28 - 29, 2025

For: Southeast Regional Timed Auction

• Online

February 4 - 5, 2025

For: Central Regional Timed Auction

• Online

Thurs., February 6, 2025

For: Southern CA Surplus Timed Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com 888-230-8840

• Online

Wed., January 22, 2025

For: Live Streaming Auction

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

• Brooklyn, MS

Fri., January 24, 2025

For: Winter Construction & Transportation Public Auction

• Stanton, TX

Thurs., January 30, 2025

For: Permian Basin Public Auction

• Kissimmee, FL

February 10 – 13, 2025

For: Annual Winter Auction

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION

www.purplewave.com 866-608-9283

• Online

Wed., January 22, 2025

For: Ag Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., January 23, 2025

For: Truck & Trailer Auction

• Online

Tues., January 28, 2025

For: OK Department of Wildlife Conservation Auction

• Online

Wed., January 29, 2025

For: Vehicle & Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., January 30, 2025

For: Construction Equipment Auction

• Online

Tues., February 4, 2025

For: Government Auction

RTi AUCTIONS

www.rtiauctions.com 585-243-1563

• Online

January 21 - 28, 2025

For: January Timed NetAuction Edition 2

SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC

www.shetronequipment.com 717-532-8828

• Shippensburg, PA Wed., January 29, 2025 For: Construction & Farm Equipment Auction

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

• Jacksonville, FL Fri., January 31, 2025

For: Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Farm Gear & More

WOLFE INDUSTRIAL AUCTIONS, INC. www.wolfeauctions.com 800-443-9580

• York Springs, PA Fri., January 31, 2025

For: Part 1: Mid-Atlantic Winter Classic Contractors Auction

• Online Sat., February 1, 2025 For: Part 2: Mid-Atlantic Winter Contractors Auction

YODER & FREY HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS www.yoderandfrey.com 419-865-3990

• Kissimmee, FL February 12 – 15, 2025 For: 51st Annual Florida Auction

Lloyd Meekins Holds Annual Sale in Lumberton, N.C.

Lloyd Meekins & Sons Auction Co. held its 30th Annual Absolute Construction, Farm, Truck and Auto Auction Dec. 27, 2024, in Lumberton, N.C.

Bad weather did not deter buyers from attending in person, while many other registered bidders participated by bidding online.

Bidders had a nice selection of top name backhoes to bid on with many exceeding expectations.

The auction included a diverse selection of machines including pumps, generators, trucks, trailers, compaction equipment, pavers, excavators, backhoes and more.  CEG

They looked over their options and planned to bid on this Case TV380.

(L-R): Keeping the paperwork in line requires a dedicated team, which consisted of Leah Sawyer; Ashley Hall; Paula Atkins, office manager; Breanna Smith; Jessica Hubbard; Darrilyn Morgan; Morgan Bellamy; and Debbie Meekins (seated).

This Cat D7H with a root rake was sold to a contractor doing Hurricane Helene cleanup.

The John Deere excavator was sold to a water and sewer contractor in Wilmington, N.C., while the Volvo excavator was sold to a contractor in Puerto Rico who purchased the machine online.

Zach Heath (L) and Matt Rorrer, both of SLR Enterprises in Stuart, Va., attended the auction to buy a compact track loader.

The Komatsu excavator with a thumb and the Volvo articulated truck were sold to a contractor doing storm cleanup work in western North Carolina.

Several of these pumps, powered by John Deere engines, were sold to a contractor in Mobile, Ala.

Mickey Meekins (L) and auctioneer Rick Cox keep the auction running smoothly.

WANTED (US): KOMATSU 270-8 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR KOMATSU WA270 OR WA200 WHEEL LOADERS WITH THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: HOURS: UNDER 5,000 (PREFERRED), BUT HIGHER HOURS ARE ACCEPTABLE AT A LOWER PRICE. YEAR: BETWEEN 2014 AND 2018. BUDGET: AROUND $75,000, DEPENDING ON CONDITION AND HOURS.

EMAIL: AMERICAUSEDEQUIPMENT@ GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): LIEBHERR LTM 1220 ALL TERRAIN CRANES.

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 346-484-0369

WANTED (AZ): MECALAC 10 MCR EXCAVATORS.

EMAIL FAWCETT.HOTSHOT@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 870-321-9572

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 850K LGP CRAWLER DOZER BETWEEN 2017 AND 2021 ENC SIX WAY FROM USER NO HACKER MUST WITH WINCH, SMART GRADE, UNDER 1200 HOURS, MUST BE CLEAR ENC CAB NO JUNK UNDER $75000,00CDN.

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA; PHONE: 1-450-346- 8975

WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR 966F II WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING TO BUY ANY CATERPILLAR DISMANTLED MACHINES – WHEEL LOADERS, EXCAVATORS, BACKHOES, DOZERS OR MOTOR GRADERS, ANY MODEL. EMAIL: FEEDBACK@GCESEQUIPMENT.COM; PHONE: +1 (657) 274-8033

WANTED (PA); MANUFACTURER: INTERNATIONAL 250-C CRAWLER LOADER. LOOKING FOR A MACHINE IN ANY CONDITION OR IN ANY STATE LOCATION.

EMAIL: HARLOWCONTRACTING@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 267-738-5984

WANTED (WA): CATERPILLAR 420E

BACKHOE LOADER. I AM INTERESTED IN PURCHASING THE FOLLOWING CATERPILLAR BACKHOE MODELS: CAT MODELS: 416C, 416D, 416E, 420D, 420E, 420F ST, 420F, 420F IT, 420F2, 420F2 IT. ADDITIONALLY, I AM LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING CASE BACKHOE MODELS: CASE MODELS: 580M, 580SM, 580N, 580SN. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS ON THEIR CONDITION, OPERATING HOURS, AND PRICING.

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 425-286-8778

WANTED (US): HITACHI EX270 EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 332-248-9350

WANTED (GA): RYAN MODEL 2070 GRAPPLE

EMAIL: BOBBYSHELTON1983@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 678-323-5647

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE CRAWLER DOZER, MODEL 550K LGP. NEED BULLDOZER, 550K LGP JOHN DEERE 2020 – 2023, ENC. CAB 24 INCHES WITH WINCH, UNDER 700 HOURS METER AND FRAME.

EMAIL:

JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@VIDEOTRON.CA PHONE: 450-346-8975

WANTED (WORLDWIDE)MANUFACTURER: CATERPILLAR CRAWLER DOZER, MODEL D11 / D11T CD. GOOD WORKING CONDITION. EMAIL: HYESUNG_KIM@NAVER.COM; PHONE: 822-425-6601

WANTED: CATERPILLAR D11 / D11T CD CRAWLER DOZER; GOOD WORKING CONDITION.

EMAIL: HYESUNG_KIM@NAVER.COM; PHONE: 822 425 6601

WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR 950B WHEEL LOADER; LOOKING FOR A CAT 950B OR E, OR ANY MECHANICAL WHEEL LOADERS FOR SALE

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): TAKEUCHI SKID STEER LOADERS, ALL MODELS. TL150, MUSTANG MTL 25TH, GEHL CTL80 TURBO 2 OR CYCLONE AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY AND ACCESSORIES, PLUMBING FROM FILTER AND EXTERNAL SPINNER. EMAIL: AMATZEN@BROOKFIELDR3.ORG; PHONE: 660-734-0452

WANTED (NC): JCB 214E BACKHOE LOADER - HEAVY ROOT RAKE TO REPLACE FRONT BUCKET ON 214E BACKHOE LOADER

EMAIL: NORWOOD1310@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 910-289-1310

WANTED (NC): JOHN DEERE 12” BUCKETS – LOOKING FOR A 12” BUCKET FOR A JOHN DEERE 310 G BACKHOE.

EMAIL: DANDHWORRELL@CHARTER.NET

WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR EXCAVATORS, ALL MODELS.

EMAIL: MMERRILL@WHEELERCAT.COM PHONE: 801-201-8655

WANTED (US): CASE 650L LGP CRAWLER DOZER – LOOKING FOR CASE 650LLGP BULLDOZER WITH OR WITHOUT ENC. CAB, MODEL YEAR 2010 – 2017, LESS THAN 900 HOURS TRUE HOURS METER AND FRAME, UNDER $35000 US.

EMAIL:

JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@VIDEOTRON.CA PHONE: 450-346-8975.

WANTED (US): CASE WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS - 521D 521E 521F 621D 621E 621F 721D 721E 721F.

EMAIL:

FRANKHORAN@GTMIDATLANTIC.COM; PHONE: 800-654-USED

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 495D EXCAVATORS; WANT TO BUY JOHN DEERE WHEELED EXCAVATOR 495D & 595D.

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 346-484-0369

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI ZW180-6 WHEEL LOADERS.

EMAIL: SALMAN.MAYI@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 140G MOTOR GRADER - 8000 OR UP SERIAL MODEL.

EMAIL:

ROYALMACHINERYTRADERS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 0-33-6059-8261

WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. EMAIL: KARLOSZAC15@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 657-274-8724

WANTED (OR): KOMATSU 3.0 YARD BUCKETS - NEED A 2015 KOMATSU WA270 LOADER BUCKET. QUICK RELEASE STYLE.

EMAIL: BRANDONDANLEY86@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 1-541-213-4973

WANTED (US): STERLING DUMP TRUCKS, ALL MODELS; LOOKING FOR A ROTARY HI RAIL DUMP TRUCK, PRE EMISSIONS, ANY MAKE/MODEL. EMAIL: MURPHYCONTRACTORS@YAHOO.COM PHONE: 860-324-9693

WANTED (OH): FREIGHTLINER DUMP TRUCKS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR A ROTARY HI-RAIL DUMP TRUCK, PRE EMMISSIONS, ANY MAKE/MODEL. EMAIL: MURPHYCONTRACTORS@YAHOO.COM PHONE: 860-324-9693

WANTED (US): CUMMINS GENERATORS, ALL MODELS. LARGE PORTABLE OR STATIONARY GENERATORS IN ANY CONDITION — CAT, CUMMINS, DETROIT, MTU, PERKINS, VOLVO (DIESEL OR NATURAL GAS) CAN REMOVE IF NEEDED.

EMAIL: MICHSURPLUS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 201-679-6437

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WHEEL LOADERS, MODELS WA 600-3 AND WA 600-6 2014 OR UP MODELS. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: +923331234598

WANTED (PA): CAT OR CASE BACKHOE LOADERS, ANY CONDITION. EMAIL: DEALER.SALES11@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 717-621-3470

WANTED (TX): INGERSOLL RAND 185CWJD AIR COMPRESSOR, NEW. EMAIL: DAVID@FELDERWW.COM; PHONE: 713-542-0458

WANTED (US): HATZ ENGINE - E71 HATZ DIESEL ENGINE, RUNNING OR PARTS

EMAIL: AILEENLOZZI@ME.COM; PHONE: 717-806-8969

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS, MODEL 12G,14G,14OG,14OH ETC. RUNNING OR NON RUNNING UNITS.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +92-333-1234598

WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 80Z, 85Z, 90Z EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 346 484 0369

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING TO BUY VOLVO L320 , L330 OR L350F, YEAR ABOVE 2013. MUST BE RUNNER/NONRUNNER.

EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): ENGINE FOR A TRACK-TYPE TRACTOR - CAT D6R XL SERIES II - ENGINE C9 - SERIAL #: 4ZF10784 EMAIL: MILANZOLL@INCOMERH.COM

WANTED (US): CAT 983-B; KOEHRING 1066, RUNNING OR NOT; GRADALL ON TRACKS, RUNNING OR NOT; DRESSER 250-E CRAWLER LOADER. CALL 267-738-5984

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

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): DRESSER 125E CRAWLER DOZERS - LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE BOSCH VA PUMP OR HEAD AND ROTOR. EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE BROOMS / SWEEPERS, ALL MODELS. MID-SIZED JOHN DEERE OR HYUNDAI EXCAVATOR PLUMBED AND WITH CONCRETE PULVERIZER. EMAIL: NEWYORKCWS@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 973-956-8854

WANTED (PA): NEW HOLLAND ATTACHMENTS - 7614 LOADER ATTACHMENT FOR NEW HOLLAND TRACTOR.

EMAIL: KEVCOOKENTERPRISES@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 814-386-5541

WANTED (FL): COTTRELL TRAILERS, ALL MODELS. EMAIL: WILFREORLANDO@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): ALL MODELS DITCH WITCH VACUUM/EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT EMAIL: BILL@DITCHWITCHNEWMEXICO.COM

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELSNEED TO PURCHASE FOR OWN STOCK CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS (916, 926, 936E, 950B, 950E, 950H, 966E, 966F, 966H, 970F & 980F. EMAIL: ROYALMACHINERYTRADERS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923360598261

WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 85ZV , 90ZV , 90ZIV , 95ZV. ALSO SEARCHING FOR KOMATSU WA470-3 , WA600-3 , WA600-6. RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING CONDITION. EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577

WANTED (NC); CLARK ECX 25 FORKLIFT. EMAIL: JBSSERVICES37@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35

EMAIL: JSGODSEY78@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 205-485-4605

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

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. PHONE: 484-781-2958 EMAIL: JWALSH@JAMESTOHARAINC.COM

WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT. EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 336 EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS. EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM PHONE: 737-587-1936

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

(WORLDWIDE):

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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