Crews with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LA DOTD) are working to replace the LA 1 bridge over Caddo Lake in north Caddo Parish. The original structure, accommodating approximately 5,000 vehicles per day, was constructed in 1940, and has served as an important connector between the towns of Mooringsport and Oil City.
“The original LA 1 bridge across Caddo Lake was far beyond its useful service life,” said Erin Buchanan, LA DOTD public information officer. “The initial plan was to keep the original structure, load posted at five tons, open during construction of the new bridge; however, the condition of the
By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
The construction industry remains wide open and inviting for just about anyone seriously considering a rewarding career opportunity. The jobs are plentiful and employers are hot to hire committed workers. In fact, contractors are working hard to come up with new and inventive ways to attract and retain young skilled workers not only in the field but in the office. That’s encouraging news for those charting a career path.
Competition for skilled trades workers is at an all-time high, said staffing firm Skinner Construction Services.
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Electricians are in demand on practically every building construction project, but these trade workers are key to charging station and transmission line installs and maintenance.
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8 USACE SEEKS BIDS TO COMPLETE
CHICKAMAUGA LOCK
The new and bigger lock being built at the Chickamauga Dam in Chattanooga is designed to expedite the flow of barge traffic on the Tennessee River but building the replacement chamber has proven to be anything but expeditious for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the facility’s operator.
12 GEORGIA’S DUSTCOM LIMITED PERSEVERES TO BECOME PROSPEROUS
When the Great Recession swept across the United States in 2008, it destroyed countless businesses in its wake. Construction companies, too, were not immune to economic disaster, no matter the size of their operations. As might be expected, smaller family-operated companies took the brunt of the damage.
14 VIRGINIA DOT FINISHES WIDENING PROJECT IN WASHINGTON COUNTY
When the work zone barrels were removed May 8 along U.S. Highway 58 in Washington County, Va., a major milestone in the effort to widen the route between the towns of Abingdon and Damascus was finally achieved. VDOT and its partner Kanawha Stone Co. finished the project.
TEC Equipment Rental will now carry Takeuchi compact track loaders, excavators and wheel loaders at its new flagship location, 2025 Old Dunbar Road in West Columbia, S.C. TEC also rents, sells and services Takeuchi equipment at its location in Orangeburg, S.C.
16 THOMPSON TRACTOR HOSTS NEXT GEN CAT CTL DEMO
The event introduced customers and prospects to the next generation Caterpillar 255 and 265 compact track loaders. The demo was combined with a used equipment red-tag sale, which included more than 90 machines and many new and used attachments.
20 CAROLINA CAT WELCOMES GUESTS TO ITS IMPROVED ASHEVILLE, N.C., STORE
Carolina Cat recently welcomed more than 200 customers to its Asheville, N.C., location for a re-introduction to the company’s newly improved storefront. Guests were greeted by the entire Carolina Cat and Carolina Cat Rental Store community and enjoyed an afternoon of branch tours and complimentary lunch.
20 OFFICIALS IN STATESVILLE, N.C., BREAK GROUND ON AIRPORT TERMINAL
Officials in Statesville, N.C., held a groundbreaking ceremony May 8 to mark the beginning of construction of a new terminal for the city’s regional airport. Elected leaders and city staff were among those on hand for the kickoff event. Statesville is located 41 mi. north of Charlotte in the western Piedmont region.
22 VOLVO CE BROADENS SERVICES COMMITMENT WITH VIZALOGIX
Volvo CE has taken a 22 percent ownership stake in VizaLogix, a U.S.-based software-as-a-service company specializing in digital, brand-neutral solutions for machine monitoring, servicing and tech support in multiple industries. The deal supports the strategy to grow services that customers are looking for.
27 BTDT CELEBRATES MILESTONE, HIRES NEW MARKETING DIRECTOR
BTDT Inc. is celebrating its 15th year in business and will soon unveil a new website. In addition, the company also is bringing on a new marketing director, Dakota Collins. BTDT was founded by U.S. Marine Corp veteran Tim O’Malley following a career in the construction equipment industry.
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ATTACHMENTS INTRODUCES
ITS NEW DIGITAL FIT FINDER TOOL
Ignite Attachments, a manufacturer of compact equipment attachments, has introducted The Fit Finder tool, a digital tool that allows customers to find the attachments and implements that match compact equipment machine specifications for existing machines with the click of a button.
30 VOLVO DRIVES ‘TOWARD ZERO’ BY FUELING NEW TRUCKS WITH HVO.
Volvo Trucks North America has announced a significant advancement in its sustainability efforts by fueling newly assembled trucks with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a renewable fuel, as they depart from the Volvo Trucks New River Valley Assembly Operations (NRV) in Dublin, Va. 68 JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS HOLDS
Despite intermittent torrential downpours rolling through the Jeff Martin Auctioneers Brooklyn, Miss., sale site, the late-spring construction and transportation two-day auction May 17 and 18, 2024, was a success. A big crowd of onsite buyers turned out to join the online bidders.
USACE Seeks Bids to Complete $954.4M Chickamauga Lock
The new and bigger lock being built at the Chickamauga Dam in Chattanooga is designed to expedite the flow of barge traffic on the Tennessee River but building the replacement chamber has proven to be anything but expeditious for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the facility’s operator.
The Chattanooga Times Free Press reported May 11 that after more than two decades of development, construction and cost overruns that have more than tripled the original projected cost, the USACE is preparing to award what it said will be the last major contract for what has become Chattanooga’s longest construction project.
The largest congressional earmark in 2024 was added to the federal budget to pay for the final $237 million of work to build the upstream approach walls and finish other elements in and around the new and bigger lock.
“This lock, as part of the nation’s inland waterway system, is critical for providing safe, reliable, efficient and environmentally sustainable waterborne transportation for the movement of commercial goods for national security needs and for recreation,” Lt. Col. Robert Green, commander of USACE’s Nashville District, noted in a news release. “There is a need to reinvest in our aging inland navigation infrastructure, and we are thankful to our elected officials and partners for the strong push to fund this final milestone.”
Joseph Cotton, a captain with the USACE, and project manager of the new Chickamauga lock, told the Chattanooga news source that nine construction companies have expressed interest in bidding on the contract to complete the lock.
He expects to begin receiving proposals in June before awarding a contract for the final approach wall and other work later this year in time to have the new lock built by 2026.
However, the entire project, including the closing of the existing, smaller lock and reclaiming the property around the dam with the addition of a new section of the Tennessee riverwalk, is not expected to be finished until 2029, Cotton said.
“During construction, [the] safety of our contractors, followed by mitigating impacts to navigation, are our top priorities,” he noted, adding, “Throughout this contract, the old lock will remain in operation until the new lock is open for public use, so no outages are expected.”
Delays, Cost Overruns Have Plagued Construction
Several factors have delayed the lock’s construction, putting it years behind to open it for river traffic.
The USACE previously projected the new Chickamauga lock had enough funding and would likely be in operation by now.
President Biden did not request additional funding for the lock in 2023, but the federal agency told the Chattanooga newspaper that extra costs caused by COVID-19, material inflation, tight labor markets and supply delivery problems boosted the total cost of the project from the previous $757 million completion cost to the new total cost of
was unable to complete the work within the original timetable, Shimmick asked the USACE for another $96.3 million and 590 days to finish the job.
According to the Times Free Press, the contractor has had as many as 450 workers on site excavating the riverbed and building the downstream approach walls with concrete transported to the new lock chamber via a conveyor belt from Shimmick’s cement batch plant along Access Road.
power and navigation of the Tennessee River, originally built the Chickamauga Dam and Lock using nearby rock aggregate that has since developed structural problems, forcing prolonged maintenance outages and expensive repairs to the lock.
The dam remains a TVA project today, but the lock is maintained and operated by the USACE and is funded with both congressional appropriations and proceeds from diesel taxes paid by river barges on America’s inland waterways.
New Lock to Keep River Commerce Flowing
Congress first authorized the current lock project in 2003 after the USACE requested a larger, 110-ft.-by-600-ft. replacement lock to allow up to nine barges at a time to pass through the Chickamauga Dam. By contrast, the existing 60-ft.-by-360-ft. lock allows only one barge through at a time.
“The bigger lock at Chickamauga will align with the size of other locks downstream on the Tennessee River and help the shipment of many goods along this important inland waterway,” Tracy Zea, president and CEO of the Waterways Council Inc., said in a telephone interview with the Times Free Press.
U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann, R-Tenn. 3rd District, and chair of the energy and water appropriations panel that helps fund the USACE, pushed for the extra $237 million to finish the lock after he was approached last year by Corps’ officials who said more funds were needed.
The USACE had not previously requested such funding, but after learning of the latest problems with the project, Fleischmann used congressional earmarks to include the work in his overall energy and water appropriations package.
Fleischmann told the Times Free Press that he was surprised by the amount of extra funding needed to finish building the lock but recognized the need to maintain river navigation on the 318 mi. of navigable river upstream from Chattanooga and to ensure that goods and products can be delivered to major industrial users as well as for national security and energy needs at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the Watts Bar Nuclear Plant in East Tennessee.
$954.4 million. Even with the higher price tag for the lock, Cotton said it will deliver at least as much economic value for the region as what it cost to build the lock.
Oakland, Calif.-based Shimmick Construction is the prime contractor behind the new lock chamber below the Chickamauga Dam. When the company
The effort also is aided by two of the biggest construction cranes anywhere in the country, the news source added.
At the same time, on the upstream side of the dam, C. J. Mahan Construction, from Grove City, Ohio, is working to build a new approach wall above the barrier.
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), which was created in 1933 to harness the
About 1 million tons of freight a year is moved through the Chickamauga lock, and a modern chamber is projected to reduce commercial transit times by 80 percent. The facility also is the most active lock on the Tennessee River for recreational vessels, with more than 3,500 vessel lockages annually.
The USACE also projects the lock will help keep up to 150,000 trucks off nearby Interstate 75.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers photo
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District constructs a new navigation lock Feb. 20, 2024. The dam is a Tennessee Valley Authority project. The Nashville District is managing the Chickamauga Lock Replacement Project.
Georgia’s Dustcom Limited Perseveres to Become Prosperous
By Eric Olson CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
When the Great Recession swept across the United States in 2008, it destroyed or damaged countless businesses in its wake. Construction companies, too, were not immune to economic disaster, no matter the size of their operations.
As might be expected, smaller family-operated companies took the brunt of the damage, and, of that group, the outfits that managed to not only stay open, survive and prosper were the ones that found creative ways to pull themselves through the crisis.
A perfect example is Dustcom Limited, a contractor in the Savannah, Ga., suburb of Garden City, specializing in excavation, utility installation and site preparation for residential developments.
Today, Dustcom is recognized as a top provider of these services to several notable homebuilding companies in Georgia, South Carolina and Florida, including D.R. Horton, Beazer Homes USA, Pulte Homes and Smith Family Homes, the latter of which is one of the Savannah area’s largest builders.
In addition, Dusty Williams, the owner and operator of Dustcom, said he and his team also are in the process of establishing relationships with other residential companies, including Mungo Homes, Ryan Homes and Lennar.
“Typically, we handle sites from 30 to 70 acres in size,” he said. “We also do some commercial projects and perform some of the utility work needed for municipal roadwork. I subcontract the curb-and-gutter work and the asphalt, but other than that, we self-perform every other piece of the site preparation work, including all clearing, erosion control, utility work, mass excavation and grading.”
Earlier this spring, Williams noted that Dustcom had approximately 10 different projects running at one time — all within a 50-mi. radius of its southeast Georgia headquarters.
Older Company Reborn as Dustcom Limited
Years before the recession, Dustcom was incorporated in 1997 as a relatively small offshoot of a larger company called Dixie Contracting, operated by Dusty’s father, Johnny Williams, since 1983. In the beginning, Dixie was a utility-only business, and it remained that way until approximately 20 years ago.
“When my dad’s Dixie Contracting customers told him that they didn’t want to deal with both a utility contractor, and then a grading contractor, he decided to put everything under one umbrella,” Williams said. “So, he came to me and said, ‘Hey, what do you think about doing your own grading?’ I had never run a motor grader and had rarely operated a bulldozer, but he bought me one of each as well as the latest GPS equipment at the time from Topcon. He literally handed all that stuff to me and said, ‘Now, go figure it out.’”
Dustcom was originally started as a business to allow the teenaged Dusty Williams to operate a wet-tap machine to drill into a water line.
“At the time, it was a $25,000 to $30,000 machine with a gasoline-powered hydraulic motor,” he said. “I would charge $600 to $700 apiece for jobs in places like Dublin, Macon, Brunswick and Pooler — all in Georgia — as well as Bluffton and Hilton Head in South Carolina.”
As the recession progressed, the Williams family had to take its lumps like nearly all U.S. small business owners and figure out a creative way of keeping their lights on.
“Everyone was sent scrambling, but we were able to be rebuilt even better and continue the family atmosphere and culture that makes people want to be part of our group,” he said. “That led us to start operating Dustcom full time in 2011.
“So, that little company that drilled holes in water lines when Dixie Excavating was irreparably damaged was what eventually saved us,” Williams added. “We knew we had to start over, and soon we realized Dustcom was who we were now.”
Keeping projects running smoothly are Matt Campbell (L) and Brian Moore, both superintendents on the Waterside at Rice Hope project.
(L-R) are Dusty, Sue and Johnny Williams, all of Dustcom Limited.
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Virginia DOT Finishes Widening Project in Washington County
When the work zone barrels were removed May 8 along U.S. Highway 58 in Washington County, Va., a major milestone in the effort to widen the route between the towns of Abingdon and Damascus was finally achieved.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and its partner Kanawha Stone Co., a contractor from Poca, W. Va., finished the project before embarking on cleanup and finishing work that should only take a couple more weeks, the state agency noted.
The completed work also included relocating a portion of U.S. 58 and constructing two new bridges over the South Fork Holston River in Washington County. The new structures are located just to the north of the old bridge.
Beginning in the late fall of 2021, crews from VDOT and Kanawha Stone first got under way on the 3.3-mi. widening effort, stretching from just east of Va. Highway 708/Bethel Road to 0.2-mi. east of Va. 858/Hollyfield Road near Damascus in the state’s southwestern corner.
“This milestone means opening the gateway to Damascus and its natural beauty and recreational opportunities,” VDOT Bristol District Engineer Tabitha Crowder, said in an agency statement. “We also wish to thank those who drive the corridor daily for their patience during this effort.”
Additionally, VDOT worked with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) and the state’s Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to permanently establish a South Fork Holston River access point for kayaks and canoes, located adjacent to the former U.S. 58 bridge that crossed the scenic mountain waterway.
A temporary construction access road used by VDOT to remove the old bridge was left in place so that DWR, which will manage the site, can upgrade the road to include vehicle parking and river access for the public.
Long, Winding Road to Completion
Lasting more than 20 years, the endeavor to widen U.S. 58 through the Watauga Valley between Abingdon and Damascus now provides a modern and safe four-lane highway along a highly traveled area for both recreational and commuter traffic.
The construction along U.S. 58 in the area began near Abingdon in 2003, and was built in four phases, each one longer than the last. The first three encompassed:
• Phase I, which saw the construction of 1.1 mi. of roadway from just east of U.S. Highway 11 to west of Watauga Road before its completion in Spring 2006.
• Phase II picked up from there and stretched over 1.8 mi. to a point east of Va. 638. It opened for traffic in the fall of 2012.
• Phase III was 2.6 mi. in length and had crews working on site until the summer of 2015 from just east of Va. 638 to near Va. 708/Bethel Road.
The entire widening of U.S. 58 between Abingdon and Damascus was roughly 9 mi. long and cost approximately $120 million, according to VDOT.
TEC Equipment Rental will now carry Takeuchi compact track loaders, excavators and wheel loaders at its new flagship location, 2025 Old Dunbar Road in West Columbia, S.C.
TEC also rents, sells and services Takeuchi equipment at its location in Orangeburg, S.C.
“With our new 12,000-sq.-ft. facility in Columbia, we feel we are positioned extremely well in the local market,” said Brett Evans, managing member of TEC Equipment Rental. “Landscaping and hardscaping have tremendous potential for growth in this area. We’re also seeing a lot of new infrastructure development, as well as an increasing population, all of which make Columbia a great location for TEC. We’re looking forward to introducing even more people to the positive difference Takeuchi equipment can make, whether they’re renting or buying.”
For more than 70 years, TEC Equipment Rental has prided itself on providing customers with personalized
service and attention to detail. In addition to new and used heavy equipment sales and rentals, TEC provides financing, parts and trade-in assistance.
Each branch is managed by a professional with a long tenure in the equipment industry, and inside and outside sales representatives trained on Takeuchi equipment also are on staff. Factory-trained technicians are on hand to provide professional equipment service.
“We’re pleased to see TEC Equipment Rental’s growth, as well as their continued trust in Takeuchi,” said Joseph Funk, regional business manager of Takeuchi-US. “TEC has done a great job of expanding its business in its current markets. They truly believe in the Takeuchi product line and the support we provide. We thank TEC for putting even more faith and trust in Takeuchi, and we look forward to a long and successful relationship in the years ahead.”
For more information, visit www.takeuchi-us.com.
Takeuchi photo
TEC Equipment Rental will now carry Takeuchi CTLs, excavators and wheel loaders at its new flagship location, 2025 Old Dunbar Road in West Columbia, S.C.
(L-R): Getting an early morning start to operate the next gen Cat CTLs are Derick Freeman, Thompson Tractor-Opelika, Ala., and John Barron and Blake Lomenick of Bailey-Harris Construction Co., Auburn, Ala. Bailey-Harris was the GC on the all-new Thompson Rents Hanceville, Ala., location that recently opened.
Tractor’s Jackson Callaway
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Thompson Tractor Hosts Next Gen Cat CTL Demo in Montgomery, Ala.
Thompson Tractor held a demo event May 9, 2024, at its Montgomery, Ala., location.
The event introduced customers and prospects to the next generation Caterpillar 255 and 265 compact track loaders. The demo was combined with a used equipment red-tag sale, which included more than 90 machines and many new and used attachments.
Cat representatives, as well as Thompson Tractor machine specialists, showcased the new machines and provided a catered lunch for its guests.
Cole Davis of Southern Dirt, Harpersville, Ala., said both the 255 and 265 were quite impressive. He said that he was able to pick up two blocks weighing a total of 4,500 lbs. and was able to efficiently hold it over the cab while operating the machine.
“The overall lift height and weight capacity of these machines is far better than anything else we’ve tried,” he added.
Jim Clark, Clark Brothers Construction, Wetumpka, Ala., said, “It’s very capable and has a lot of great features built in that I can utilize and benefit from in my operations. The lift was great, it rides smoothly with a load and it’s really com-
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Cole Davis of Southern Dirt, Harpersville, Ala., gets familiar with the instrumentation of the Cat 265 before demoing the machine in the dirt.
Bobby Smith, superintendent of the maintenance shop of Alexander City, Ala., inspects some of the
equipment to possibly get a bargain machine to
Caterpillar’s BCP specialist, Weston Smith, gives a complete walk-around of the next generation compact track loaders, including discussions of the newly designed cab.
Whenever the machines were opened up, contractors flocked to see the inner working of these next generation compact track loaders.
Thompson Rents’ used machines were lined up and “red-tag” priced for the day.
New and used Cat attachments at discounted pricing drew a lot of attention from event attendees.
The high turnout for the event took some cover undertent during intermittent rain showers.
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Robbie Frazier of Frazier Land Works, Opelika, Ala., discuss some of the used machines at the demo site.
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add to his existing fleet.
THE DOER’S DREAM
Carolina Cat Welcomes Guests to Its New, Improved Asheville, N.C., Store
Carolina Cat recently welcomed more than 200 customers to its Asheville, N.C., location for a re-introduction to the company’s newly improved storefront.
Guests were greeted by the entire Carolina Cat and Carolina Cat Rental Store community and enjoyed an afternoon of branch tours and complimentary lunch.
Carolina Cat has been a cornerstone in western North Carolina for nearly a century. In addition to markets in both the Greensboro and Charlotte areas, the company has served customers in Asheville since the 1930s.
According to Carolina Cat, it remains committed to supporting customers with new, used, rental and power generation equipment needs throughout western North Carolina.
(All photos courtesy of Carolina Cat.)
Attendees had the opportunity to meet with vendors during the event.
All customers attending the event could do some operator training in the simulator.
Guests register for the event.
Alongside equipment offerings, Carolina Cat provides equipment service, a vast parts inventory, construction technology solutions, fleet management services and operator training and more.
Officials in Statesville, N.C., Break Ground On Airport Terminal
Officials in Statesville, N.C., held a groundbreaking ceremony May 8 to mark the beginning of construction of a new terminal for the city’s regional airport. Elected leaders and city staff were among those on hand for the kickoff event.
Statesville is located approximately 41 mi. north of Charlotte in the state’s western Piedmont region.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) awarded the city a grant to help cover the price tag for the new three-story facility, which will cost about $12.5 million.
In speaking with the Iredell Free News, airport Manager John Ferguson said that the project was the “embodiment” of perseverance.
He explained that Statesville’s airport has helped the city land several industries over the years, including Cheney Brothers, Sherwin-Williams, Ashley Furniture, Briggs and Stratton, and Kohler.
Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh agreed.
“This airport is an 80-year overnight success,” he said. “Over the past [eight decades], this airport has received $60 million in federal, state and local support.”
State Sen. Vickie Sawyer and her N.C. House colleague Rep. Jeffrey McNeely, both of whom are Republicans representing the Statesville-Iredell County area, were instrumental in securing the state grant for the new terminal.
Sawyer said advocating funds for Statesville Regional Airport is important, adding, “It’s in our DNA in Raleigh to invest.”
McNeely also shared his aspirations for the airport with the local online news source.
“We’re talking to Elizabeth City State University to bring their flight school here,” he told the Free News. “We could be the aviation hub of Western North Carolina or for the whole state. This can change generations for this part of the world.”
Statesville Regional Airport (KSVH) is a general aviation facility owned by the city, which has approximately 30,000 residents.
Its 7,003-ft. runway and full parallel taxiway can handle all sizes of corporate aircraft. The airport provides corporate aviation facilities for Fortune 500 companies as well as several NASCAR motor sports teams.
Additionally, several aviation parts and equipment manufacturers make their home in the region. KSVH is now home to Jet East Gama, a national company and one of the largest maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers in the United States.
The airport’s proximity to a pair of major interstate highways, I-40 and I-77, which intersect northeast of the downtown area, gives Statesville outstanding transportation advantages. In addition, each one provides direct access to other important U.S. highways.
For instance, I-40 Eastbound connects with I-85 in Greensboro, N.C., which, in turn, takes drivers north to I-95 in Petersburg, Va. Travelers on I-77 Northbound can reach I81 near Wytheville in southwestern Virginia, while southbound I-77 intersects with I-20 in Columbia, S.C.
Carolina Cat welcomes customers in Asheville, N.C.
Carolina Cat recently welcomed customers to its Asheville, N.C., location for a re-introduction to the company’s newly improved storefront.
Volvo CE Broadens Services Commitment With VizaLogix
Volvo CE has taken a 22 percent ownership stake in VizaLogix, a U.S.-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company specializing in digital, brand-neutral solutions for machine monitoring, servicing and tech support in multiple industries.
The deal supports the Volvo CE strategy to grow services that customers are looking for as digitization and data take on increasing importance among construction and mining fleets and equipment dealers.
“This partnership is a great fit because VizaLogix
and Volvo CE have a common goal to improve customer experience through increased efficiency, uptime and productivity,” said Scott Young, head of region North America, Volvo CE.
“VizaLogix provides brandneutral SaaS solutions that are easy to integrate and use, helping fleets, dealers and OEMs make smarter decisions.”
VizaLogix, based in Connecticut, will continue to operate independently and support multiple brands with its products to provide bestin-class support for mixed fleets operations.
“As we embark on this exciting new chapter with Volvo, we are thrilled to welcome them as a strategic minority investor in VizaLogix. This partnership marks a significant milestone for us, reaffirming our commitment to pioneering innovative solutions in the construction equipment industry and we are confident that together, we will drive even greater value for our customers and stakeholders,” said Shawn Bonnington, CEO, VizaLogix.
Developing Customer Solutions
VizaLogix offers products that are different from and, in some cases, complementary to Volvo services.
Supporting mixed fleets and mixed data connections uniquely defines the VizaLogix product approach and market differentiation. These include:
• TethrITNow — equipment and technician support
that includes real-time collaboration over multiple channels, including video calls that allow for augmented reality overlays that let users visually point, highlight and mark exact areas of focus.
• TechnicianNow — streamlined technician deployment that lets customers request service via mobile application, eliminating wait times and providing them with real-time availability of parts and services.
• 3602 — 24/7 machine health monitoring that integrates multi-brand fleet data into one platform.
• Vantage Point — stores quarry site productivity and utilization data in one dataagnostic platform, allowing for easy access to real-time and historical data.
For years, Volvo CE has been developing innovative services that improve customer uptime, productivity and safety. These include ActiveCare Direct advanced telematics, Assist machine control systems and productivity services like Connected Map, Task Manager and Connected Load Out.
“Volvo CE recognizes that services are growing to be just as important to fleets as their machines, and our investment in VizaLogix extends our commitment,” Young said. “It’s by combining the right machine with the right services that users get the best solution for their unique needs.”
For more information on VizaLogix software solutions, visit www.vizalogix.com.
Thompson Offers Customers Chance to ‘Shop the Yard’ for Equipment Deals
(L-R): Dante Thomas of Caterpillar; Charlie Stevens, Thompson Tractor; and Weston Smith of Caterpillar work closely to ensure the Alabama/Florida Panhandle customers are well informed of the new Cat products.
Enjoying the day’s event and gaining more info on the next generation of Cat compact track loaders (L-R) are Billy Rainey, R&R Contractors, Monroeville, Ala.; Lucy and Jacob Marsh and Vince Randall, all of Thompson Tractor.
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fortable. Components seem to be very well protected, especially if you add the debris package. The quick connect system for attachments is better than others. Overall, a wonderful machine. Demoing it and talking with the Cat representatives is something I never could have learned from a brochure.”
Corey Mason of Elm Services, Helena, Ala., said he has two Cat 279Ds and this is truly an all-new model.
“I like the stability and visibility improvements,” he added. “It’s a really nice machine and the air ride and ventilated seats are terrific. The joystick control is very similar to our next-gen excavator. You can really dial in the machine to get the ‘sweet spot’ that you prefer. You can essentially take this machine and customize it to your own preference. We work with precast storm structures which weigh about 2,500 pounds and we have to move them in some awful places and stability is important to us. The balance of this machine was great and would be quite useful for our operations.” CEG (All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)
Thompson Tractor’s Will Brackin (R) has an in-depth one-on-one conversation with a customer about the used machines that are red-tag priced for the event.
To accommodate financing, Sys Hanlotxomphou
and Paul Velotas of Caterpillar Financial were
to provide their services.
A great crowd came by to see the new machines and sat down for a catered lunch with Thompson Tractor and Cat representatives.
Vertical reach of the new Cat 265 compact track loader exceeds the previous machine model by nearly 8 in.
Even the cicadas were attracted to these machines, providing a continuous high-pitched background noise during the event.
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Corey Mason of Elm Services, Helena, Ala., tests the stability during operation of the Cat 265 while carrying a 2,500-lb. concrete slab.
A nice array of used machines caught the attention of many attendees who took the opportunity to “shop the yard” after the demo.
Dustcom Specializes in Excavation, Utility Installation
In the early days, when he spent time becoming proficient in operating various machines, Williams also trained other ambitious employees how to take over that part of the business once he took on other duties.
He added that since then, he has been blessed to be able to attract people to Dustcom that want to work, succeed and buy into its culture.
ASCENDUM Extends Williams Helping Hand
As it turned out, one of the more critical moves that the reconstituted contracting firm made was turning to ASCENDUM Machinery, the Huntersville, N.C.-based dealership — specialists in Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) — to lease Dustcom the equipment it would need to successfully complete its projects.
Williams said that ASCENDUM, through its branch office near Savannah, was the first distributor after the recession to give him the financial credit that he needed to start rebuilding and growing Dustcom.
That lifeline was just the boost that Dustcom needed.
“They had flex lease programs that were amazing, were short-term and had great value,” he said. “We were damaged goods financially as a result of the recession, like everyone else, so I was humbled by the fact that they gave me the opportunity first over everyone else. I decided at that point that they were my guys.”
Williams now has his own fleet maintenance director in Will Mallard to handle all new equipment purchases and leasing through ASCENDUM.
“He is the guy that gets phone calls and deals directly with ASCENDUM,” he said. “And they have done a very good job of taking care of our needs when they arise. I am also very happy with the Volvo CE machines we use.”
Recent Restructuring Improves DustcomÊs Operation
Williams said he has always prided himself on being a very hands-on owner.
In 2023, though, he realized that to keep all facets of the company running smoothly, he needed to put more structure in place “where I am not the center of the universe here to
everyone at all times.”
For instance, he enjoyed identifying employees who were skilled in a particular area, such as site clearing and connecting them with customers that needed that type of work done.
“As I find people who show drive and initiative, I don’t hold them down and make them just stay as a laborer or as an operator,” Williams said. “If someone shows me they can run a job or can lead other people, I will make them a supervisor. We do a lot of promotion from within and if they display initiative, I am going to capitalize on that by putting them in a position to make our company bigger and better.”
In that respect, he ran Dustcom the same way his father operated his contracting company 40 years ago, Williams said.
But, in 2023, Williams discovered that Dustcom, while still growing, would be better off if he relinquished some of his duties as the decider about every aspect of the business.
“At the end of last year, we enlisted the help of a management consulting service to assist us in putting a more effective structure in place,” he said. “And that has been an amazing journey.”
Williams freely admitted that at times, though, he was not always happy about hearing that he needed to loosen the reins at Dustcom.
“I don’t sit in this office very often; rather, I prefer to be out on that job site. But for about 11 weeks I was here for 10 hours every single day working and talking with consultants and saying things like, ‘What do you mean I need a general manager? Wait, a what? An operations officer? I need to do all of that! This is my business!’
“But they broke me down and told me that I could not continue to do everything well all by myself,” he said.
The consultants also helped Williams surround himself with other talented people from the Savannah market to assist in making key decisions.
“My general manager, Jeff Andrews, came from what is now APAC-Atlantic,” he said. “Plus, we have put project managers in place, and our new operations manager, Timmons Herring, had been a superintendent for me for about three years.
“As of the first day of January, we have the proper structure, we have order and we tell our people, ‘This is your job, this is your role, and these are your responsibilities,’” Williams said. “We are holding it all together now with a structure of managers and operations officers that do their jobs better than I did. They assist me greatly and are highly valued.”
At Andrews’ suggestion, the contracting firm moved some of its long-time veterans out of their supervisor positions and into superintendent roles because they had proven themselves to be so well-versed in their trades.
The turnaround in gross sales and in customer satisfaction at Dustcom since the changes were implemented, Williams marveled, has far surpassed his expectations.
“We saw the results in less than 90 days,” he said. “It has been nothing short of amazing and made me ask myself why I didn’t do this five years ago.” CEG
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(L-R) are Sue, Johnny and Dusty Williams and Timmons Herring, all of Dustcom Limited.
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BTDT Celebrates Milestone, Hires New Marketing Director
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BTDT specializes primarily in the product applications for excavator conversion products such high-reach, long-reach and material handler booms.
BTDT Inc. is celebrating its 15th year in business and will soon unveil a new, more dynamic website. In addition to a milestone year and website unveiling, the company also is bringing on a new marketing director, Dakota Collins.
Collins, who has more than a decade of experience at his family’s trucking firm, Collins Trucking, based in Jackson, Ga., is a Georgia Southern University graduate with a degree in logistics and marketing. This lends a new approach to the overall scope of BTDT’s marketing endeavor, according to the company.
BTDT was founded by U.S. Marine Corp veteran Tim O’Malley following a career in the construction equipment industry. He started his career with Caterpillar and Komatsu before moving on to Daewoo/Doosan.
BTDT is an exclusive U.S. distributor of
SNS products, a manufacturer of specialty products for the construction equipment industry, supplying a wide range of excavator and wheel loader attachments.
SNS utilizes a comprehensive Structural Test System to pursue Zero Defect design and manufacturing of all products. The staff and engineers for R&D provide BTDT with high-quality products and work hand-inhand for first rate post-sale service, the company said.
SNS produces a broad array of booms, arms and attachment configurations, and BTDT specializes primarily in the product applications for excavator conversion products such high-reach, long-reach and material handler booms with a wide array of attachments.
For more information, call at 770/3354360; email tim@btdtinc.com or dakota@btdtinc.com. CEG
Ignite Attachments Introduces Its New Digital Fit Finder Tool
Ignite Attachments, a manufacturer of compact equipment attachments, has introducted The Fit Finder tool, a digital tool that allows customers to find the attachments and implements that match compact equipment machine specifications for existing machines with the click of a button.
Ignite Attachments was the first OEM attachment manufacturer to develop this type of reliable online tool, ensuring customer confidence and satisfaction even in a new digital landscape. With more than 10,000 data points from across all major compact equipment brands, the Fit Finder remains the most robust and user-friendly tool of its kind in the attachment and implement industry, according to the manufacturer.
“Online shopping is a staple of the modern economy,” said Trisha Pearson, business director of Ignite Attachments. “However, making large purchases online, like attachments, can still be nerve-wracking for many. When we set out to disrupt a stagnant industry, we knew we’d need to develop a tool that takes the guesswork out of attachment ordering and allows customers to shop with confidence. The Fit Finder provides the convenience of online shopping, available when and where it works best for customers, with a precise fit for peace of mind.”
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Dakota Collins has been named BTDT’s new marketing director.
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Volvo Drives ‘Toward Zero’ By Fueling New Trucks With HVO
Volvo Trucks North America has announced a significant advancement in its sustainability efforts by fueling newly assembled trucks with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a renewable fuel, as they depart from the Volvo Trucks New River Valley Assembly Operations (NRV) in Dublin, Va.
All Volvo trucks for the North American market are produced at the NRV plant, including the all-new Volvo VNL that will begin production later this summer. This initiative is part of Volvo Trucks’ broader strategy to decarbonize the industry through a three-pillar approach: enhancing internal combustion engine (ICE) efficiency and drop-in renewable fuels to make the largest immediate emissions reductions while continuing to scale the Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric and developing hydrogen fuel cell trucks.
“Today and for the foreseeable future there will not be a one-size fits all approach to decarbonizing transportation,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America. “That is why, at Volvo Trucks, we are focused on the three-pillar strategy with battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell and renewable fuels in the internal combustion engine.
“With the all-new Volvo VNL and by utilizing HVO, we can make the most substantial and immediate impact today. There is a future for the ICE and we’re happy to be doing all factory fills with renewable fuel, an important step towards walking the talk in our sustainability journey.”
HVO is a renewable fuel that can be used in the same engine as fossil-based diesel without requiring engine modifications. Produced from renewable sources such as waste vegetable oils and animal fats, HVO has the same chemical structure as fossil-
Volvo Trucks is fueling new trucks leaving the NRV plant with 20 to 25 gal. of HVO per tank, with full tanks provided for trucks destined directly to customers. This initiative is expected to replace 1,125,000 gal. of fossil-based diesel annually, achieving an estimated 75 to 85 percent reduction in CO2 emissions for Volvo Trucks’ operations in North America.
With increasing demand from shippers for sustainable transport options, HVO offers Volvo Trucks’ customers a viable solution to meet these challenges today. The recent launch of the all-new Volvo VNL, featuring a 10 percent improvement in fuel efficiency from powertrain and aerodynamic advancements, exemplifies the ongoing potential for significant environmental benefits from internal combustion engine vehicles when powered by renewable fuels.
based diesel so it can be used as a direct replacement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining engine performance. By utilizing these waste products as feedstocks, HVO production can promote a more sustainable circular economy by converting waste into valuable fuel.
Unlike first-generation biofuels, these raw sources are processed using a sophisticated hydrotreatment to achieve high levels of purity allowing HVO to be stored, used, pumped, and handled virtually the same way as fossil-based diesel products. Because HVO is hydrogenated it doesn’t contain oxygen and does not present the challenges of first-generation biofuels, including biodiesel, relating to extreme temperature and storage. This is an added benefit of HVO as it does not require separate stor-
age or fueling infrastructure. HVO, often referred to as renewable diesel, can be used interchangeably with petroleum diesel. Renewable diesel at any blend up to a maximum of 100 percent (RD100) that conforms to ASTM D975 or EN15940 will not adversely affect engine or aftertreatment performance or durability.
“The internal combustion engine has more than 100 years of research and development and established support in the industry. It must be part of the decarbonization journey and major, immediate decarbonization possibilities exist by using renewable fuels, including HVO and hydrogen,” said Johan Agebrand, director of product marketing, Volvo Trucks North America.
“Volvo Trucks continues to work with the industry to broaden the use of renewable fuels. Fuels produced using hydrotreatment process such as, HVO and RD100, can be interchangeable with diesel and is a viable fuel to decarbonize transportation truck operators can start using today.”
For more information, visit Volvotrucks.us.
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All new Volvo trucks are being fueled with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, a renewable diesel fuel, at the Volvo Trucks New River Valley Plant. This fueling with HVO includes the all-new Volvo VNL that will begin production later this summer.
Volvo Trucks is fueling new trucks leaving the NRV plant with 20 to 25 gallons of HVO per tank, with full tanks provided for trucks destined directly to customers.
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Construction Ranks Among Three Most In-Demand Jobs
Contractors are devoting a lot of time to exploring new ways to hire. Some are boosting compensation, others investing in professional development.
“Construction workers in this landscape are empowered to select employers who support their career growth and align with their values,” blogged Skinner.
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What’s considered the hottest construction job titles these days depends on who produces the list.
What’s consistent is the fact that the highest paying in-demand jobs don’t require a college degree. For young job seekers, that opens more doors to strong career choices and is why the job security that skilled labor currently offers is so attractive.
Continuing labor shortages worsened by disruptions from the COVID pandemic, have created more competition for talent, said McKinsey & Co.
Add to that the fact that more construction workers are retiring each year and the industry is constantly working to attract young people to fill their places. As a result, wages for skilled trade jobs have risen by more than 20 percent since the first quarter of 2020,
noted the global management consultant.
“Demand for skilled tradespeople is expected to increase over the next decade and remain high in the U.S.,” said McKinsey.
The consulting firm attributes this to infrastructure needs, a surge in real estate redevelopment and investments in renewable energy.
Construction is among the three most indemand job fields that companies are hiring
for this year. In the mix are manufacturing and plumbing.
Specific titles Payscale and ZipRecruiter shared with CNBC include construction superintendent, production manager and journeyman plumber.
ZipRecruiter tracked a 16-percent increase in all of these jobs between October 2023 and March 2024.
Construction superintendents have seen the largest uptick in demand, with openings
surging more than 128 percent, according to the CNBC report.
The survey found other high-paying trade jobs that have seen slightly less demand, “but are still hiring at a good clip, include fleet managers.”
Construction careers, prioritizing skills over degrees, offer some the best chances to earn six figures without a college degree, said Payscale’s Ruth Thomas.
Though more companies are dropping degree requirements, skills-based hiring has still not become common practice across all industries, she added.
Jonathan Jones of Construction Coverage said despite inflation, high interest rates and recession fears, the outlook for construction is bright.
The construction software developer noted a recent AIA report that a 4-percent growth in non-residential construction is expected this year.
That follows an already impressive 22percent hike in 2023. Job growth in construction will be steady into the future, said Jones.
“High demand for construction across the board has helped boost the industry over the past three years,” he said.
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Demand for Skilled Tradespeople to Rise Over Next Decade
That demand could help construction companies weather a potential recession, Jones said, noting the fed has invested heavily in infrastructure.
The series of COVID relief packages in 2020 and 2021 sent billions of dollars flowing to the industry, as well.
But the fed investment centerpiece is the IIJA, funding major new transportation construction projects and driving labor demands, noted Jones.
Plus, the construction industry bypassed the pandemic layoff hits that many other industries saw. So, it recovered jobs more quickly, said Jones.
“Construction employment had a strong bounce-back after lockdowns and other restrictions began to ease in the late spring of 2020,” he said.
And the market has only continued to grow since. In fact, construction hiring passed pre-COVID levels three months before the economy as a whole.
Future Is for Skills
Jones predicts industry technological changes will streamline many processes, in turn changing the composition of jobs in the industry.
“As the industry modernizes, many professions set for the greatest rate of growth are in fact jobs not commonly associated with construction,” he blogged.
Demand for construction market research analysts, software developers, logisticians and financial managers is projected to be robust in the coming years.
“But construction industry jobs with the greatest projected growth rates are related to renewable energy, including wind and solar,” added Jones
Skilled trade workers “are striking gold in the job market” said job placement firm Skinner in a spring report. The company attributes the strong job market to singlefamily housing and industrial construction which are currently in high demand.
“Trillion-dollar public infrastructure projects are taking shape,” said Skinner, also crediting an expected “historic” boom in the remodeling market.
“These days, it seems like every industry needs tradespeople — and as the skills gap grows, pay may rise as fast as competition.”
The company believes trade workers are experiencing some of the fastest growing wages in the country. As a result, contractors are strategizing to recruit high-demand workers, said Skinner, “especially if a tight-
ening budget is a concern.”
Skilled trade workers can take this time to shift into much-needed roles, the company advised. This are the firm’s top in-demand construction jobs:
• Electricians
“Electricians are needed for practically every building construction project — but that’s far from where the demand ends,” said the company.
As the United States goes green, trade workers will be key hires for charging station and transmission line installs.
Maintenance brings demand as well.
“We’re also seeing ongoing demand for low-voltage technicians, driven by new fiber optic networks, alarm systems, rewiring projects and other work.”
Skinner believes that’s why the BLS expects the electrician job outlook to grow much faster than average through 2032.
• Pipefitters
Industrial development is driving demand for pipefitters, said Skinner, as semiconductor businesses and automakers build facilities.
Predicted resurgences of oil and gas production could boost demand even further, believes Skinner.
“We’re already seeing pipefitter salaries
exceed what electricians make, and turnover and retirements will increase job openings and pay in the U.S.”
• Ironworkers
Where there’s new infrastructure, there will be ironworkers. These professionals “are expected to thrive in the coming years,” said Skinner.
Federal funding is driving the growth of transportation, bridge and highway projects, further ramping up ironworker hiring, the firm noted.
• Masonry Workers
“You may have heard masonry is a dying trade, but demand for this traditional skill isn’t going away,” said Skinner.
Bricklayers, stonemasons and other mason workers — crucial for building fences, walls, walkways and more — are still in short supply.
Simply put, schools and companies still struggle to build interest in masonry among the next generation of workers, said the firm.
“The aging workforce, as well as the growing number of masons switching careers, will keep the number of these skilled trade positions high.”
Citing the AGC, Skinner noted that bricklayers and cement masons are the most dif-
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Concrete Pile Foundations Complete On Cado Bridge Project
old bridge dictated its closure early in the project.
“The decision was made with the safety of the traveling public at the forefront. Once the old bridge was closed, it was removed, as construction continued on the new structure, which is being built on a slightly adjusted alignment. This also allowed work to be expedited, and came with a significant cost savings, as there was no longer a need to maintain traffic control for motorists through the work zone.”
The new structure is a precast prestressed concrete girder span bridge with precast concrete piles. The length measures 2,050 ft. and the width is 40 ft. of clear roadway.
Jensen Construction Co., based out of Des Moines, Iowa, is overseeing the project. Jensen is a heavy highway contractor with an emphasis on bridge construction. Work on the $17.2 million project began in September 2021.
Early work for crews included clearing and grubbing, and a lengthy utility relocation. A total of 300 days was allotted for relocation of electrical utilities within the project limit.
Buchanan said construction is progressing well, with roughly 70 percent of the work finished.
“This project has been in some phase of development for about 17 years, so to be at the point of wrapping up construction on a new structure to serve the community is extremely exciting. Funding for infrastructure projects is limited and must be prioritized across the state with a strategic use of those dollars.
“Louisiana has more than 12,000 bridges, most of which are located on state highways, and many of which are aging. This new Caddo Lake Bridge will serve the needs of the communities along LA 1 for many years to come.”
Buchanan noted that LA 1 is the longest numbered highway in Louisiana and remains one of the primary northsouth corridors that stretches across the entire state.
“It runs through hundreds of cities and towns, and despite the construction of Interstate 49 through this area, is still heavily used for both daily commutes and those who are traveling through.
“This project is critical, because this bridge is one of only two that cross Caddo Lake, which is extremely large and
The contractor is using precast, prestressed girders and piles, concrete and steel. These are
and then transported and erected into place at the job site
stretches into Texas. The other is a short bridge on LA 538, to the west of LA 1.”
During construction, motorists are being detoured using LA 538 if their destination is through the town of Mooringsport. I-49 is the other viable alternate route.
According to Buchanan, with all concrete pile foundations now in place, crews feel a sense of accomplishment.
“It’s difficult to have a bridge without a foundation, and completing the pile driving portion of the construction means we’ve moved that much closer to a finished bridge. It’s important to mark these milestones for the public as well, so they can understand where we are in the process, and how much there is left to do.”
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Work on the $17.2 million project began in September 2021.
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LA DOTD photo The original structure, accommodating approximately 5,000 vehicles per day, was constructed in 1940, and has served as an important connector between the towns of Mooringsport and Oil City.
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FAE Holds Power Days Demo Event in Fayetteville, Ga.
FAE held a Power Days Demo May 8 and 9, 2024, in Fayetteville, Ga.
The event provided FAE dealers, staffers, customers and prospects an opportunity to enjoy a day of being in the woods to get better acquainted with the latest wood processing products available from FAE. These coast-to-coast live demos have become a staple at FAE, providing a complete handson experience for the product line.
On both days, groups were provided with in-depth product walk-arounds, live demos from professional demonstration operators and opportunities to operate each of the machines. Lunch and live music provided a nice break between sessions. CEG (All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)
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Operating an FAE PT-175 and wowing the crowd with his expertise in forestry clearing is Chris Willson, owner of Tennessee Valley Equipment, Franklin, Tenn.
The Supertrak SK200MX, a purpose-built excavator on loan from the manufacturer in Punta Gorda, Fla., efficiently mulches through the woods with an FAE BL3/VT mulcher.
AED’s Ian Aarsvold (R) flew in from North Dakota to be a part of the demo and join FAE’s Lee Smith (L) and Giorgio Carera for the activities of day one.
Ready to get their demo and operating time started (L-R) are Manny Corrales, Bobcat of Atlanta, Peachtree City, Ga.; George Austin, Ag-Pro, Marietta, Ga.; and Brandon Hall, also of Bobcat of Atlanta.
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Metso Launches Diesel-Electric Lokotrack EC Range Units
Metso’s Lokotrack EC range brings a new diesel-electric power line to the aggregates market.
All the process functions of the range are electric, significantly reducing the use of hydraulic oil needed in the crushing operations. All Lokotrack EC range units can be powered with external electricity.
In its Lokolaunch event in Tampere, Finland, Metso launched the first two products of the new EC range. Lokotrack LT400J is a 68-ton mobile jaw crusher designed for the primary crushing of hard rock and recycled aggregates. Lokotrack LT350C is a 50-ton mobile cone crusher for secondary and tertiary crushing.
Metso Products business line in the aggregates business area.
To reach high capacity, LT350C is equipped with the new Nordberg HP350e cone crusher, while LT400J counts on the proven Nordberg C120 jaw crusher. Both units can be seamlessly combined with each other as well as with the Lokotrack mobile screens to produce high quality aggregates, according to the manufacturer.
“When external electricity is available, the new electric power transmission provides high capacity with minimized operational cost and CO2 emissions. When not available, the onboard diesel gensets allow maximum independent opera-
tion time. Also, auxiliary units, such as mobile screens and stackers, can be powered from the same gensets, which will further reduce the needed power to run the complete plant,” said Jarmo Vuorenpää, director, New Lokotrack Offering at Metso.
Lokotrack EC range has been developed using new, modular architecture, which reduces the number of components and provides scalable solutions that can be adapted for different applications and capacities.
“The new way to do product development enables a faster and more agile way to meet the changing customer needs. Furthermore, it enables more efficient support for the machines with less parts needed and easier upgrades of new features,” said Renaud Lapointe, senior vice president of
All the components of the new EC range are designed and tested to perform in demanding conditions to reach maximum uptime for the customers. Safety and usability have been given special attention. The design of the LT400J and LT350C fulfills the latest safety standard while being easier to use than ever. With new digital tools, the units can be operated safely from the excavator and be quickly set from transport to operation.
About MetsoÊs Lokotrack Range
The concept of track-mounted crushers and screens was developed in Finland in 1985 to minimize cost and energy use. Lokotrack units are ideal for processing both natural aggregates and recycled materials. Lokotrack EC is a new diesel-electric range that complements the existing offering. Lokotrack EC range contributes significantly to Metso’s Planet Positive offering with lower CO2 emissions when operated with electric power. It also helps reduce carbon footprint due to the lower need for hydraulic oil. For more information, visit www.metso.com.
Lokotrack EC range has been developed using new, modular architecture, which reduces the number of components and provides scalable solutions that can be adapted for different applications and capacities.
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Screencore Orbiter Trommels, Stackers
Handle Organic Material Processing
The Screencore range of Orbiter trommels is available in a variety of sizes, encompassing features making them ideal for landscaping and organic material handling applications.
In addition to the trommels, Screencore has developed a range of stackers equipped with a purpose designed mulch hopper and high-speed auger. These features make them both ideal for composting applications and processing organic materials for reuse in a variety of applications, according to the manufacturer.
Screencore has since its inception used its extensive expertise to develop and introduce a range of modern, mobile crushing, screening, stockpiling and pugmill solutions. The range has in a relatively short period found that its modern productivity and environmentally friendly attributes are highly suited to aggregate production on a truly global scale.
In addition to the processing of virgin rock and the recycling of construction materials, the Screencore Orbiter trommel range and purpose developed stackers, also have proved to be ideal for processing organic materials.
“Screencore continuously engages with our dealers and end-users to innovate and refine our products,” said director Ciarán Ryan. “As a result, we have developed a range of Orbiter trommel screens and stockpilers that are specifically designed for the efficient handling and processing of organic materials. Like all our products, these new additions prioritize ease of transport and user-friendliness, ensuring that they meet the practical needs of our customers while setting new standards in the industry.”
Global Recognition
The Screencore trommel and stacker ranges have rapidly gained recognition in both Europe and the United States. In France, an Orbiter 237 trommel, distributed by Screencore’s partner Starloc Auvergne, has been instrumental in processing various organic materials at a specialized site. This model is particularly suited to large-scale operations with its 23 ft. drum length and radial fines stacker. Additionally, the Orbiter 237 features a 18 cu. yd. dump-hopper and is tailored for the largest operators in the industry.
“The [48 in.] wide feed belt connects to a load-sensing drum, ensuring that the machine maximizes productivity autonomously,” said Ryan. “Each element of the Orbiter 237 is specifically designed to ensure continuous operation without the need for constant operator input.”
In addition to the processing of virgin rock and the recycling of construction materials, the Screencore Orbiter trommel range and purpose developed stackers also have proved to be ideal for processing organic materials.
The Orbiter 125 is designed for work sites where space is at a premium and ideal for a contractor who needs to relocate quickly and often.
Versatile Range, Features
The Screencore range of Orbiter trommels consists of three base machines ranging from the powerful yet compact 125, to the 237, which is aimed at the larger producers. The Orbiter 125 is designed for work sites where space is at a premium and ideal for a contractor who needs to relocate quickly and often. The Orbiter 175 delivers high productivity from a compact chassis and features hydraulic folding conveyors and drum angle adjustment with a large infeed hopper and a Cat 130hp engine.
Designed to work on their own, but also designed to work alongside the Orbiter trommels, Screencore stackers have proved ideal for dealing with organic material due to their unique features. Specifically, the option of a high-speed auger in the hopper.
The auger fulfils multiple roles: it conditions material by flipping and rotating allowing the material to separate, aerate and untangle as well regulating the flow of material and preventing material bridging at the loading point. Furthermore, the auger presents material to the drum in such a way as to aid the screening process by ensuring no surging.
Low Cost, Low Emissions
Screencore’s stackers also come with power solutions to suit various customer requirements. Now Screencore has added to its flexible cost-effective environmentally friendly range as both the 470 and 480 stockpilers come with an electric motor and can be run attached to the Orbiter trommel. With this Dual-Power, the screener itself supplies the power to drive the machine. This means that the screening and stockpiling operation is significantly less expensive and more environmentally friendly as only one power source is being used, the manufacturer said.
Furthermore, if the trommel is powered from the mains or a gen-set, or is electric powered for example, then emissions are negligible and operating costs are a fraction of a traditional set-up.
“With their sturdy construction, accurate sizing and penny-pinching running costs, Screencore’s Orbiter and purpose-built stackers have proved on numerous occasions to be the ideal solution for composting and processing organic material. In addition to flexible power solutions, including Dual-Power, we now also offer a complete range of bespoke electric trommel systems for indoor operations,” said Ryan. For more information, visit www.screencore.ie/.
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Dealers, Customers Experience Hands-On Demo With FAE
FAE’s Tom DuRant (C) goes over the FAE DML/SSL/150VT attachment mounted on a Bobcat T66 R-Series compact track loader, courtesy of Bobcat of Atlanta.
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A Kubota SVL 97-2 compact track loader supplied by Atlanta Kubota powers through some of the smaller trees using an FAE BL4 /SSL/175VT mulching head.
(L-R) Dave Evans, Supertrak Inc., Punta Gorda, Fla.; Frank Parrish, John Deere, Augusta, Ga.; Justin Chastagner, Chasta Forestry, Augusta, Ga.; and Bobby Burke, Blachard Equipment, Waynesboro, Ga., discuss the mulching industry as they register for the event.
The FAE PT300, a tracked carrier the company describes as being “ready for anything,” utilizes 325 hp to blast through the forest with ease during the demo.
Harco Rentals’ Wacker Neuson ST50 compact track loader equipped with FAE’s new SCL/SSL stump cutter makes quick work of grinding the stumps left by the mulching machines.
FAE’s product specialist Tim Cicora demonstrates the safety of remote-controlled land clearing using an FAE RCU-55 mulcher.
Bill Greene, forestry and land management specialist of Ag-Pro, Gainesville, Ga., provides operating tips on his company’s John Deere 35G equipped with a new FAE BL/0 EX mulcher.
Attendees get an up-close look and an opportunity for final Q&A on some of the machines they are about to demo for land clearing.
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McCloskey Appoints Eric Teague Sales Director Americas, Oceania & Pacific
McCloskey International announced the appointment of Eric Teague as sales director – Americas, Oceania & Pacific. Teague is responsible for sales activities in Canada, the United States, and Central & South America, as well countries in the Oceania & Pacific region including Australia and New Zealand.
Teague joins McCloskey International with 30-years’ experience in the North American heavy construction equipment sector. Throughout his career he had held roles across all facets of the business including sales, rentals, distribution, parts, and service — on both the OEM and distributor sides, providing a depth of knowledge that will serve as a significant asset to McCloskey and its’ business partners.
“On behalf of the entire McCloskey team, I’m delighted to extend a warm welcome to Eric Teague,” said Anthony Bouvie, VP sales and marketing — MPP Global. “Eric is bringing an extensive wealth of knowledge, leadership skills
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and expertise within the capital goods sector that will enrich our team dynamics. He will help us to become even more customer centric to drive further the collective success of our customers, distributors and ours.”
In his role, Teague will lead the regional sales teams, sales development and dealer growth for McCloskey International.
“My passion is helping grow strong distribution channels and building a brand. It is very exciting to partner up with a company that is considered a pioneer and market leader in the industry,” said Teague. “I look forward to working with the McCloskey International team to further strengthen their distributor network and create a world class experience for our customers.”
Teague will be based out of Atlanta, Ga., and can be reach at 678/416-8244 or eteague@mpp-global.com. The appointment became effective March 25, 2024.
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Cado Lake Bridge Nears Completion After 17 Years of Development, Planning
Approximately 1,750 cu. yds. of existing material is being excavated for this project, with roughly 12,170 cu. yds. of embankment material being utilized. Buchanan said the main concern for workers is the site itself, with construction taking place over a lake.
“Because this is in a somewhat rural part of the parish, supplies and materials must be hauled over a long distance to reach the job site.
Other challenges include having to work on barges to drive the concrete piles, install the girders and pour structural concrete for the sub and superstructure.”
Currently, the contractor is working on forming and placing the concrete decks. Completed tasks include all components of the bridge substructure.
Tasks remaining include finishing the concrete deck, installation of barrier rail, necessary earthwork, building the asphalt roadway to tie in to the new bridge and installation of guardrail.
As far as pouring concrete for the bridge deck, said Buchanan, “The contractor will place the metal stay-inplace forms, then they will place and tie the reinforcing steel [which adds strength to the deck], the concrete is then poured, followed by screeding and finishing the concrete.
As with other types of roadway work, construction of the approach slabs for the roadway to tie into the bridge will involve putting in place the base course, forming the slab, placing reinforcing steel with road iron and pouring and finishing the concrete. This assignment, and other tasks, are dependent on a favorable forecast.
“Weather conditions for any project have the potential to impact the progress of work,” said Buchanan. “Historically,
Louisiana’s climate lends to heavy periods of rainfall in the winter and spring months, so these seasons have the capacity to require construction timelines to be adjusted as necessary.
In January 2024, the northern portions of Louisiana were hit with a winter storm that impeded progress on the project for several days.
“In general, it’s not uncommon for construction projects to encounter unforeseen challenges and circumstances. These can include a variety of factors, such as changes to contractor personnel, difficulties in obtaining necessary supplies and materials and encountering environmental or earthen complications.”
A variety of heavy machinery is being used on the project, which calls for pile driving equipment (hydraulic hammer), a crane, tracked excavators, work barges, a concrete pump truck and ready mix trucks. The contractor also is using precast, prestressed girders and piles, concrete and steel. These are fabricated off site and then transported and erected into place at the job site.
The project’s anticipated completion is this fall. Buchanan said it will make a tremendous difference to the traveling public.
“LA DOTD considers the methodical replacement of our aging bridge infrastructure to be one of our top priorities, while also managing the limited funding in a manner that is meaningful and strategic for the use of our communities and visitors.”
This project is an example of one that worked its way through several years of the development process, and its status as nearing completion in the next few months is a milestone that should be highlighted and celebrated. CEG
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Many Job Categories Will Be Seeking Workers Due to Technology Advances
ficult tradespeople to recruit regionally. Recognizing this, organizations are hosting workshops in hopes of closing the widening skills gap.
“Workers with the skills needed to fill mason positions now can find plenty of lucrative opportunities.”
Construction Coverage used BLS data to form its list of the fastest-growing jobs in the construction industry, across 190-plus occupations.
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“Software companies have transformed the construction industry in recent years by automating processes that used to require hours of manual work.”
The developer said the most noteworthy new products include takeoff, estimating, construction accounting and field service management software.
This job category is expected to see
8 percent growth over the next 10 years, adding 1,300 new workers.
• Electricians
The 10-year projected employment growth for electricians is more than 8.5 percent, resulting in a projected employment growth of 46,400 over that period.
• Telecommunications line installers and repairers
An employment increase of 9.3 percent over 10 years is expected for line installers and repairers. This will add 2,900 workers to the job field.
• Occupational health and safety specialists
The 10-year employment growth forecast is 11.9 percent for health and safety specialists. The job field will grow by 1,900 workers.
• Logisticians
Logisticians will see a 10-year projected employment growth of +12.1 percent. The job field will draw 200 workers over that time span.
• Radio, cell and tower installers and repairers
Over a 10-year period this job category is projected to grow by 13.6 percent. It will bring 300 workers into the construction market.
• Solar photovoltaic installers
The 10-year projected employment growth for solar installers is 29.0 percent, seeing 4,800 more workers take this job title.
• Wind turbine service technicians
Over the next 10 years, the job of wind turbine technician will grow by 50.8 percent, adding 900 more workers over that span.
Skinner said beyond these highdemand positions, the shortage of skilled trade workers across all fields and roles continues.
“Companies that rely on tradespeople need to start stepping up their recruiting efforts and compensation packages.”
In the meantime, said the placement firm, workers can leverage the current market to elevate their careers. CEG
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ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS
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315-633-2944
• Online May 19 - 29, 2024
For: Retirement Construction Equipment & More Auction
• Online May 28 – June 7, 2024
For: Snow Equipment, Construction Equipment and more
• Houston, TX
Thurs., May 30, 2024
For: Late Model Rental Fleet Equipment & more
• Belvidere, NJ
Sat., June 1, 2024
For: Retirement Auction. Sand & Gravel Operation & more
• Houston, TX
Thurs., June 6, 2024
For: Retirement, One Owner, Construction Equipment & more
• Las Vegas, NV
Sat., June 8, 2024
For: Large Rental Fleet Auction
RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS
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402-421-3631
• SE Regional Event
June 6 - 7, 2024
• NE Regional Event
June 11 - 13, 2024
• Great Plains Regional Event
June 12 - 13, 2024
• Sacramento, CA
June 12 - 13, 2024
• Houston, TX
June 18 - 20, 2024
ABSOLUTE AUCTION & REALTY, INC.
www.AARauctions.com
800-243-0061
• Online May 1 – December 31, 2024
For: Vehicles, Equipment & Government Auctions
• Online
Ends May 30, 2024
For: City of Beacon Surplus Auction
Coming Auctions
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609-693-6899
• Online June 6 - 12, 2024 For: Heavy Equipment, Landscape/ Hardscape Machinery, Material & Tools
AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL www.auctionsinternational.com 800-536-1401
• Online
May 15 – June 3, 2024
For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!
BAR NONE AUCTION www.barnoneauction.com 866-372-1700
• Online
Fri., May 31, 2024
For: Woodburn OR Equipment Auction
• Online Sat., June 8, 2024 For: Sarasota CA Equipment Auction
BIDADOO AUCTIONS www.bidadoo.com 1-877-BIDADOO
• Online June 4, 2024
• Online June 11, 2024
BIG IRON AUCTIONS www.bigiron.com 800-937-3558
• Online May 29, 2024
• Online June 5, 2024
BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS www.brightstarauctions.com 574-825-0704
• Middlefield, OH Fri., May 31, 2024
For: Lake Erie Equipment Auction
DON SMOCK AUCTION CO., INC. www.dsa-auctions.com 765-778-9277
• Avon, IL
Thurs., May 30, 2024
For: Absolute Gravel Pit Equipment Auction
• Pendleton, IN
Fri., June 14, 2024
For: 32nd Annual Summer Auction
FREIJE & FREIJE AUCTIONEERS
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• Clayton, IN
Thurs., June 6, 2024
For: Summer Midwest Construction & Ag Equipment Auction
HANSEN AUCTION GROUP www.hansenauctiongroup.com 920-383-1012
• Online May 16 – June 18, 2024 For: Forestry & Logging Equipment Consignment Auction
• Online June 4 - 10, 2024 For: Pike Construction Equipment, Truck & Trailer Consignment Auction
HUNYADY AUCTION COMPANY www.hunyady.com 800-233-6898
• Virtual Live
Thurs., May 30, 2024
For: Sand Hills Material Gravel Pit Absolute Auction
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For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction
J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS www.jjkane.com 855-GO2-KANE
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For: Southeast Regional Timed Auction
J.M. WOOD AUCTION COMPANY www.jmwood.com 800-447-7085
• Montgomery, AL June 11 - 13, 2024
For: 51st Annual Summer Auction
JAMES G. MURPHY INC. AUCTIONEERS www.murphyauction.com 425-486-1246
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For: Marysville Heavy Equipment, Contractors Equipment & Vehicles
JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC. www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com 601-450-6200
• Stanton, TX
Tues., June 4, 2024
For: Oilfield Equipment Auction
• Online
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For: Midwest Mud LLC Auction
• Pelzer, SC Sat., June 8, 2024
For: Auto Auction
• Online Tues., June 11, 2024
For: Farm Retirement Auction
• Pelzer, SC
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For: Construction/Heavy & Lawn Equipment Auction
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Dates: Wednesday, September 4, 2024 (1:00 PM) –Monday, September 30, 2024 (4:00 PM)
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• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim240901/)
Dates: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 (1:00 PM) –
Thursday, October 3, 2024 (5:00 PM)
Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
OHIO AGGREGATES & INDUSTRIAL MINERALS ASSOCIATION (OAIMA)
OAIMA June Safety Seminars
The OAIMA Safety Committee will be hosting three (3) regional Safety Seminars in the month of June for MEMBERS and CONTRACTORS.
• DATE: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2024
PLACE: J. R. Jurgensen, Sharonville Jurgensen Company Headquarters 11641 Mosteller Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
• DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2024 PLACE: Olen, Westerville Kokosing Construction Company Headquarters 6235 Westerville Road Westerville, Ohio 43081
• DATE: TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024
PLACE: Beaver Excavating, Canton Beaver Excavating Company Corporate Office 2000 Beaver Place Avenue SW Canton, Ohio 44706
Description: The focus of these Safety Seminars will be the upcoming implementation of the New MSHA Powered Mobile Equipment Standards (effective date, July 17) as well as the new MSHA Silica Rules. OAIMA Members and Contractors are encouraged to attend at least one of these regional offerings. REGISTER NOW for this Important Mobile Equipment/Silica Safety Compliance Series.
Registration for each session begins at 8:30 AM.
Registration is expected to run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with lunch included. For more information, contact: OAIMA, 746 Morrison Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230 Toll Free: 1-800/647-6257 Phone: 614/428-7954 Fax: 614/428-7919
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC)
2024 AGC’s Federal Contractors Conference
DATES: June 10 – 12, 2024
PLACE: Ritz-Carlton Hotel 1150 22nd Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20037 Phone: 202/835-0500
Description: The Federal Contractors Conference is the pre-
mier conference for federal construction contractors to discuss the latest projects, policies, and contracting issues facing the industry with federal agencies.
In addition to substantive discussions and presentations with federal agencies, attendees will hear from legal experts about the latest federal regulations that will impact their businesses and may have the opportunity to continue a dialogue with federal agencies after the conference.
Leading federal construction attorneys will address executive orders, Small Business Administration and Federal Acquisition Regulation rules, and case law trends your company needs to know to work in the federal market. And, when the conference concludes, AGC member attendees will have the opportunity to participate in ongoing dialogue and meetings with agency headquarters later in the year. Join us and take advantage of this unique opportunity to gain essential information and participate in the many networking opportunities.
2024 AGC’s Federal Contractors Conference connects construction industry leaders and their agency counterparts for a candid dialogue about direct business impacts happening in real-time.
For more information on the 2024 AGC’s Federal Contractors Conference and to register, go to www.fedcon.agc.org.
Phone: 703/548-3118
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC)
AGC’s Executive Leadership Council (ELC) Conference
Dates: Sunday, June 30 –Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Place: The Brown Hotel 335 West Broadway Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: (502) 583-1234
An Incomparable Learning & Networking Experience for Chapter Executives
Designed exclusively for members of AGC’s Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the Conference is the premier gathering of your peers all in one place.
The ELC Annual Conference provides you with three (3) days dedicated to your professional development, networking, and leadership growth.
What to Expect at the ELC Conference
Three plus days of learning, sharing, growing, and recommitting to excellence!
Plan Your Conference Experience
An iconic destination inextricably woven into the fabric of the city.
The Brown Hotel is opulent yet approachable – like a fine Kentucky bourbon that never overwhelms you with its history but instead entertains you with a lifetime of colorful stories. Having now passed its centennial, The Brown Hotel reflects the rich heritage and Southern gentility that have made Louisville a hot spot for bluegrass enthusiasts, bourbon drinkers, equestrians, and Derby Day revelers.
If you have any reservation questions, please reach out to Mary Doane at mary.doane@agc.org.
AGC of America, 2300 Wilson Boulevard, Ste. 300, Arlington, VA 22201 Phone: 703/548-3118
Minnesota FARMFEST 2024
www.ideaggroup.com
Dates: August 6 – 8, 2024
Place: Redwood County, MN
Description:
Minnesota FARMFEST 2024 is scheduled to take place from August 6 to August 8, 2024, in Redwood County, Minnesota.
This event brings together the best in agribusiness from Minnesota and beyond, providing a platform for farmers to network, experience new technologies, and learn how to enhance their farming operations.
With over 500 exhibitors and vendors, live product demonstrations, educational sessions, and family activities, it’s a celebration of farming and the rural lifestyle.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
Plan your visit to the show by reviewing our Schedule of Events. Each day of the show is filled with must-see forums, demonstrations, and AG Education.
***Remember, tickets are $10 at the Gate or $8 in advance purchased online, and kids 17 and under get in FREE!
We thank our sponsors (Ziegler AG Equipment, Livestock Equipment & Manufacturing and NB Golf Car).
See you there!
For more information on this event, contact: Minnesota FARMFEST, 28366 Co Hwy 13, Morgan, MN Phone: 800/827-8007 Website: www.ideaggroup.com
Jeff Martin Auctioneers Holds Sale in Brooklyn, Miss.
Despite intermittent torrential downpours rolling through the Jeff Martin Auctioneers Brooklyn, Miss., sale site, the late-spring construction and transportation two-day auction May 17 and 18, 2024, was a success.
A big crowd of onsite buyers turned out to join the online bidders vying for a nice selection of heavy iron, mini/compact machines, truck tractors, a massive selection of cars, pickups, recreational vehicles and much more. CEG
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Kawasaki continues to be a sought-after wheel loader at auction and this 70Z-V was of interest (L-R) to Floyd Landry, Emmett Jefferson and Justin Jefferson of JCD Enterprises, Franklinton, La.
A solid lineup of loaders, dozers and mini/compact equipment was available on day one of the two-day sale.
Hoping to take home this Volvo EC240 hydraulic excavator are Ford Ramey (L) and Scott Arinder of Ramey Motors, Purvis, Miss.
Taking notes on various machines for potential financing plans is Grant Walker of Merchants and Marine Bank, Hattiesburg,
before
Miss.
Regular Jeff Martin Auctioneers’ customer Gaston Pace of Pace Equipment, Waveland, Miss., test-operated several miniexcavators
the bidding began.
Doing a thorough inspection of a Caterpillar mini-excavator is Joey Spear of Greater Gulf Development, Biloxi, Miss.
Dillon (in cab) and Louis Smith, the father-son team of LJ Construction, based in Gulfport, Miss., test operated a Caterpillar 307E2 mini-excavator.
High atop a John Deere 350G excavator looking over the engine of the machine is Tyler Clark of Jarrell Recycling, Ellisville, Miss.
Jeff Martin Auctioneers’ fleet dispatch manager Gerald Young (R) answers sales questions from James Thompson of Thompson Construction, Collins, Miss.
WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 550K LGP CRAWLER DOZER - WANT TO BUY BULLDOZER 550KLGP OT 650KLGP 2021 AND UP. LOW HOURS (UNDER 600), ENC CAB, WINCH. UNDER $100,000 EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@VIDEOTRON.CA
PHONE: 450-346-8975
WANTED (US): STERLING DUMP TRUCKS, ALL MODELS; LOOKING FOR A ROTARY HI RAIL DUMP TRUCK, PRE EMISSIONS, ANY MAKE/MODEL.
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 (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS, MODEL 12G,14G,14OG,14OH ETC. RUNNING OR NON RUNNING UNITS.
EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +92-333-1234598
WANTED (PA): CAT OR CASE BACKHOE LOADERS, ANY CONDITION. EMAIL: DEALER.SALES11@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 717-621-3470
WANTED (IL): CATERPILLAR MODEL 416D BACKHOE LOADERS. LOOKING FOR ANY BACKHOES, CAT, CASE, JD –IN WORKING CONDITION OR WITH ISSUES. IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING YOU WANT TO GET RID OF IT, SEND ME.
EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 657-549-3619
WANTED (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
WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 85ZV , 90ZV , 90ZIV , 95ZV. ALSO SEARCHING FOR KOMATSU WA470-3 , WA600-3 , WA600-6... RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING CONDITION. EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577
WANTED (NC); CLARK ECX 25 FORKLIFT.
EMAIL: JBSSERVICES37@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (IL): CASE 580M III BACKHOE LOADERS; LOOKING FOR CATERPILLAR, CASE AND JOHN DEERE BACKHOE PARTS/SALVAGE MACHINES. RUNNERS AND NON RUNNERS, ANY CONDITION.
EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 618-838-0841
WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35
EMAIL: JSGODSEY78@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 205-485-4605
WANTED (US): ALL MODELS DITCH WITCH VACUUM/EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT
EMAIL: BILL@DITCHWITCHNEWMEXICO.COM
WANTED (US): MANUFACTURER: JCB 540-170 TELEHANDLER, 2016 OR NEWER.
EMAIL:
NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM
PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS AND JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. WE REQUIRE ITEMS TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. THE MOST DESIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS.
PHONE: 484-781-2958
EMAIL:
JWALSH@JAMESTOHARAINC.COM
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): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT.
EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS. EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM PHONE: 737-587-1936
WANTED (WA): BOMAG BW 172 PADFOOT COMPACTORS | LOOKING FOR PARTS, SPECIFICALLY DRIVE TRAIN, OR WHOLE MACHINE TO USE FOR PARTS. EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM PHONE: 360-798-5847
WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598
WANTED (US): ANY MANUFACTURER, ALL MODELS CRAWLER DOZERSLOOKING TO BUY JOHN DEERE 650KLGP WITH WINCH OR 550KLGP WITH WINCH, ENCL. CAB, UNDER 3500 HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW. EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA; PHONE: 450-346-8975
WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR MODEL 14H MOTOR GRADER. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478
WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE. EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897
WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214 – A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR. EMAIL DEANDRS@VERIZON.NET OR CALL 610-417-5123
WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND BACKHOE LOADERS. EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET
WANTED (OK): INTERNATIONAL H100C WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466. EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM PHONE: 918-385-1623
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3). EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 832-244-1897
WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, MODELS EX 400 AND EX 450. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 340 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO LOCATE CAT EXCAVATORS 320, 330, 345, 365, 385, AND 390. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-281-694-5478
WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS & LESS THAN $15,000 EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 616-813-3642
WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR.
EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923331234598
WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR MULITIPLE UNITS OF CATERPILLAR D7G CRAWLER DOZERS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION.
WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS – NEED TO PURCHASE HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400, EX-450, AND EX 270. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE DO LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478
WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS.
EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM
WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER T4 CRAWLER TRACK CHAINS. NEED A
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