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By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

THIS ISSUE

SOUTHEAST EDITION

8 NCDOT CULVERT INSPECTION TEAM UNCOVERS HISTORY

Crews inspecting a culvert scheduled for replacement under N.C. 200 in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, found it contained an unusual combination of materials: cut granite, arched terra-cotta block and corrugated metal pipe.

8 ANNIVERSARY OF MEMORIAL RENEWS CALLS FOR WORK ZONE SAFETY

Two decades after the dedication of the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) workers’ memorial, highway workers continue to face the consequences of dangerous driving.

12 KELLY TRACTOR BREAKS GROUND ON NEW FT. PIERCE, FLA., FACILITY

Kelly Tractor Co. officially commenced construction on its new facility in Fort Pierce, Fla., in July 2024, signifying a major expansion for the 91-year-old fourth-generation, family-owned company in the Treasure Coast region.

14 LINDER INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY EXPANDS INTO VIRGINIA MARKET

In late August 2024, Linder Industrial Machinery began operations in a fifth state when it announced that it had become an exclusive distributor of Komatsu products in Virginia.

18 ASE POWER & EQUIPMENT HOLDS 580EV DEMO EVENT IN TAMPA

Case Power & Equipment of Florida hosted a demo event Sept. 18, 2024, at its headquarters in Tampa, Fla., to introduce customers to the new Case 580EV electric backhoe loader.

22 STUDENTS EARN TOP HONORS IN ANNUAL ARTBA CONTEST

A Baldwin Wallace University graduate student and a senior at West Valley High School in Yakima, Wash., are winners of the 13th annual American Road & Transportation Builders Association “Student Transportation Video Contest.”

24 AMAZON USES LOCAL CONTRACTORS FOR ITS MISSISSIPPI DATA CENTERS

When Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced in January that it intended to make a $10 billion investment in Madison County, Miss., to build two data center campuses by mid-2027, Mississippi contractors were already on the job.

26 INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT TO CLOSE BEACH ACCESS THROUGH EARLY ’26

Crews are just a few weeks into building a massive project in Myrtle Beach, S.C., that will send stormwater far into the Atlantic Ocean while improving drainage at a key municipal beach access point.

NCCCO NAMES BOARD APPOINTMENTS, ELECTED OFFICERS FOR ’24

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) Foundation announced several new appointments, retirements, and new officers to its board of directors who began their service on July 1.

30 THOMPSON HOLDS RIBBON-CUTTING ON NEW RENTAL STORE IN TENN.

Thompson Machinery held a grand opening event Sept. 6, 2024, for its newest Cat Rental Store in La Vergne, Tenn. The new rental store is conveniently located adjacent to its La Vergne Thompson Machinery facility.

32 ASPHALT CONTRACTOR EMBRACES ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Nearly 100 years old, Gallagher Asphalt is a fourth-generation, family-owned business with 225 employees. The Chicago-based company has four asphalt plants and numerous vehicles.

48 FAE RCU75 CAN NOW BE EQUIPPED WITH RPL/SSL-45 ASPHALT SHREDDER

FAE expands its range for the construction sector with a new combination of asphalt shredder and RCU tracked carrier. Now, with a special installation kit, the RCU75 can be equipped with an RPL/SSL-45 asphalt shredder.

72 EQUIP EXPOSITION NAMES MEECHA NEW SHOW DIRECTOR

Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, has announced Chris Meecha will become its new show director effective Sept. 16.

The well attended auction drew bidders from across the Southeast in person and globally online to vie for a wide

Anniversary of Memorial Renews Calls for Work Zone Safety

Two decades after the dedication of the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) workers’ memorial, highway workers continue to face the consequences of dangerous driving. Improved work zone safety is possible with collective efforts to practice good driving habits, including slowing down and avoiding distractions.

On Sept. 17, 2004, a monument was dedicated in a ceremony to recognize VDOT’s highway workers who lost their lives while on the job improving the commonwealth’s transportation system. Today, there are a total of 134 names of VDOT workers engraved on the monument. Many of the deaths occurred as a result of work zone crashes.

The monument was built entirely with donated funds and services from VDOT employees, family members, businesses and organizations throughout the state. No state funds were used in its construction.

Work Zone Safety

In work zones, speeding and distracted driving are some of the biggest factors leading to crashes that result in injuries and fatalities. The anniversary of the memorial provides everyone with an opportunity to remember the importance of safe driving in

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On Sept. 17, 2004, a monument was dedicated in a ceremony to recognize VDOT's highway workers who lost their lives while on the job improving the commonwealth's transportation system. Today, there are a total of 134 names of VDOT workers engraved on the monument.

work zones and the tragic consequences of unsafe driver behavior.

Unlike typical road conditions, work zones involve large equipment, traffic pattern changes, lane closures, uneven pavement, speed limit changes, and — most importantly — workers. Improved work zone awareness is needed to protect highway

workers, drivers and pedestrians.

From 2014 to 2024, there have been more than 35,000 work zone-related crashes across the commonwealth. That averages out to approximately 10 work zone-related crashes every single day. In that same time period, there have been 15,677 work zonerelated injuries and 142 fatalities, including

other drivers and non-VDOT workers.

Tips to Safely Navigate Work Zones

• Slow down.

• Focus and ditch the distractions.

• Use caution, stay alert.

• Follow the signs. Signs and flaggers will direct you through work zones. Expect changes. in traffic patterns as a project progresses.

• Watch out for workers and slow-moving equipment.

• Allow extra space between your vehicle and the one in front of you.

• Expect speed limits to vary in work zones. Enhanced fines of up to $500 may be levied for speeding in a work zone.

• Be patient. Crews are working to improve the safety and comfort of your travels.

• Never change lanes in a work zone.

• Before starting a trip, visit 511Virginia.org for real-time information on work zones and incidents. Download the free mobile 511Virginia app or call 511 from any phone in Virginia.

For more information on the VDOT workers’ memorial, visit www.vdot.virginia.gov/about/workers-memorial/. 

NCDOT Culvert Inspection Team Uncovers History

Crews inspecting a culvert scheduled for replacement under N.C. 200 in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, found it contained an unusual combination of materials: About a third each of cut granite, arched terra-cotta block — also called tile — as well as corrugated metal pipe; with the pipe, interestingly enough, the most deteriorated section of the culvert, despite it being the most modern of the culvert’s materials.

Robert Plyler, a NCDOT bridge maintenance engineer, knew this discovery — located within the Bost Mill Historic District, a property listed on the National Register of Historic Places — provided a special “window” into the construction practices of the past.

“The original structure is terracotta glazed tiles, which is a unique structure,” he said in a blog post. “This one also has a granite extension, so hand-split granite rocks were added in order to widen [N.C.] 200. We knew it was almost this wide in 1937.”

Plyler noted that “it is remark-

able” that the culvert structure has lasted this long. Accordingly, the NCDOT’s Environmental Analysis Unit confirmed that the N.C. 200 culvert is indeed special — a rare example of a short-lived construction method based on hollow structural masonry block used by some North Carolina road builders during the early years of the 20th century.

The former Pomona TerraCotta Company near Greensboro — which existed from 1886 to 1975 — manufactured this block material and NCDOT archaeologists and architectural historians have been investigating Pomona block culverts since 2010, identifying only eight so far.

Since functional and safety concerns do not allow preservation of those structures, they prepare documentation, including extensive research and photography, ensuring that each resource is well represented in the state archaeological and architectural record.

The agency said “representative

samples” of those tile blocks have been retained for comparative purposes and will be kept at the Office of State Archaeology’s Research Center in Raleigh.

Eventually, NCDOT construction teams removed the old culvert with great care by hand and a skillfully operated backhoe — a

process that also resulted in what the agency called an “unprecedented bonus.”

“We’re going to recycle material that’s at least 100 years old into this modern structure so that adds more of a construction aspect, as opposed to a typical pipe replacement,” Plyler pointed out.

“There’s enough granite for us to build a 25-foot long and 10foot-tall headwall to maintain some historical presence,” he said. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance due to the size of this structure. In our careers, we’ll never another get a chance to do something like this.” 

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A North Carolina Department of Transportation culvert inspection team made a historical discovery this summer regarding construction materials.

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Kelly Tractor Breaks Ground On New Ft. Pierce, Fla., Facility

land on North Kings Highway off Interstate 95.

“When complete, the capabilities of the facility will enable us to best serve customers in the Treasure Coast and continue our mission to be the premier industry partner,” said Chris Kelly, president, Kelly Tractor Co.

After an extensive period of project planning, the new 25,000-sq.-ft. facility is being developed on 40 acres of land on North Kings Highway off Interstate 95.

The new facility will house the company’s general line, utility equipment, and agricultural division for sales and rental operations. Additionally, the Fort Pierce branch also will serve as a full-service and parts center, ensuring the needs of customers in the Treasure Coast and surrounding areas are met.

The new Fort Pierce store is set to open mid-2025.

About Kelly Tractor Co.

Kelly Tractor Co. is a fourth-generation, family-owned company, serving as the Caterpillar dealer for southern Florida since 1933. It provides full-service and foremost Cat and allied equipment solutions for highway and bridgebuilding, water and sewer, land development, housing, aggregate quarries, warehousing, seaports and marinas.

The company is headquartered in Miami, Fla., with branches in Davie, West Palm Beach, Pompano, Clewiston and Fort Myers. 

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The new 25,000-sq.-ft. facility is being developed on 40 acres of

Linder Industrial Machinery Expands Into Virginia Market

By Eric Olson CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

Linder Industrial Machinery Co. has built a strong reputation among its construction, mining, forestry, waste/recycling, material handling and agricultural customers for its equipment offerings and service reliability in the Southeastern United States during its 71 years in business.

Linder started in 1953 with a single location in Lakeland, Fla., and over the next several decades was able to expand its operations throughout most of the Sunshine State, southern Georgia and the two Carolinas.

And, in late August 2024, Linder began operations in a fifth state when it announced that it had become an exclusive distrib-

utor of Komatsu products in Virginia. The dealership increased its footprint by moving into five former All Roads Equipment locations in the state: Bealeton, Chesapeake, Chester, Fishersville and Salem.

With this latest expansion, Linder now maintains 26 branches, with nine being added in the past year. It also operates seven Linder Turf & Tractor locations in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina.

Today, it employs more than 775 people working in sales, parts and service, the latter of which has the expertise to offer innovative technology solutions. In addition, its rental department can offer customers an extensive inventory from which to choose, including various allied products.

As Linder has grown, it has aligned itself with many equip-

ment manufacturers, including Komatsu, BOMAG, Mantsinen, Atlas, Terramac, Konecranes, Barko, Timberpro and FECON, as well as Kubota and DEUTZ-FAHR tractors — all of which comprise a range of products to fit the various needs of Linder’s customers.

John Coughlin, Linder’s president and CEO, said that his company is excited at the prospect of expanding its presence in Virginia, and “growing our relationships with existing and new companies … by offering state-of-the-art equipment and support.”

When asked why Linder made the decision to move into the Virginia market with Komatsu products, Coughlin said that his company saw an opportunity to gain market presence by offer-

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Linder Industrial Machinery began operations in a fifth state when it announced that it had become an exclusive distributor of Komatsu products in Virginia.

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Case Power & Equipment Holds 580EV Demo Event in Tampa

Case Power & Equipment of Florida hosted a demo event Sept. 18, 2024, at its headquarters in Tampa, Fla., to introduce customers to the new Case 580EV electric backhoe loader.

Throughout the day, contractors and municipalities learned more about how they can reduce noise and lower emissions on their in-town job sites.

Case Power & Equipment served a barbecue lunch and a contingency of Case backhoe specialists traveled to the event for presentations and to assist with hands-on demonstrations.

The new Case 580EV electric backhoe began rolling off the assembly line in Burlington, Iowa, just two months prior to this event. These battery-powered backhoe loaders are based on the popular 580 Super N platform and all attachments from the N series backhoe are interchangeable with the EV model.

“Initially, the primary target market of the Case 580EV is that of the municipalities, governmental work and electric utilities companies who generally have interest in machines that use the electricity they produce” said George MacIntyre, backhoe loader product manager of Case.

Information presented during the demonstration touted that the machine could operate for approximately 7.5 hours on a full charge under regular operating conditions and approximately four hours for heavy production.

As the EV market heats up, this is the fifth electric machine offered by Case, which includes a new compact wheel loader that will be rolling off the assembly line soon. The smaller compact electric equipment products have been consistently proving their value through the work that can be accomplished for indoor industrial and commercial work, according to Case.

Although the Case 580EV is just slightly heavier than the 580 Super N, the extra few pounds work to the machine’s advantage and act as a natural counterweight for stability.

“Case manufactured the first backhoe, then the first extendahoe, and now the first to bring electric backhoes to market,” said Adam Stegeman of Case Power & Equipment of Florida. “Case has been known as the backhoe king over the years and this was the next logical progression as the interest in backhoes has been waning over the years in lieu of miniexcavator and CTL purchases to replace the backhoe. The interest in this machine was providing us an opportunity to quote this machine on a regular basis. So much so, that we had more quotes for this machine than other dealers across the United States, so Case felt the logical next step was to bring the machine to the area of demand. Municipalities and various Florida ports have showed tremendous interest in this machine.

“Our customers have told us how much they appreciate the power and the quiet operation of this machine,” added Stegeman. “With the increase in future Florida DOT project funding, this will definitely be a machine to be considered for assisting in emissions reduction initiatives.”

Attendees who operated the machine were impressed with the ease and efficiency of operation and the extreme familiarity of this machine in comparison with other Case dieselpowered backhoe loaders.

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Case Power & Equipment of Florida’s Adam Stegeman (L) and Curt Vaughn of QGS Development, Plant City, Fla., discuss the 580EV’s capabilities after one of the demo sessions.

The event was held at Case Power & Equipment of Florida’s headquarters in Tampa, Fla.

Swag bags were available for all attendees.

(L-R): Case Power & Equipment of Florida’s Shane Miller discusses the 580EV’s capabilities with Dallas Fortner and Thi To, both of Southern Road & Bridge, Tarpon Springs, Fla.

The star-of-the-show was the Case 580EV electric backhoe, which just recently went into full production.

(L-R): Case corporate representatives, including George MacIntyre, Gary Gantzert, Anthony Sightler, Bryce Muir and Jim Bryan (CNH Industrial Capital), provided great support for the event.

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ARTBA Video Contest... Students Earn Top Honors In Annual ARTBA Contest

Sponsored by the association’s Research & Education Division, the competition challenges students to develop a brief video exploring a topic related to the nation’s transportation network. Students from across the country submitted videos.

Winners were selected by a panel of ARTBA members. Each winner receives $500.

The winning videos will be shown at ARTBA’s national convention in Amelia Island, Fla., Sept. 22-25:

Age Group One (Elementary, Middle or High School Students): “CHIP: The Future of City Management” by 12th

Grader Andrew Cabbage explored the role of cars in our society and what the future of mobility could look like in urban areas, citing recent strategies in Seattle, New York and Chicago.

Age Group Two (PostSecondary/College/Graduate Level):

“The Importance of Infrastructure Investment in the United States,” was submitted by Cassandra Rondinella, who is working on her Master of Arts in Education at Baldwin Wallace University. Rondinella also is a library media specialist for the Akron Public School system.

Her winning entry covered the importance of transportation infrastructure to the U.S. economy and quality of life. The video also highlighted career opportunities in the industry and encouraged students to explore “this exciting field.”

For more information, visit www.artba.org. 

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Amazon Uses Local Contractors for Its Miss. Data Centers

“Edmond Turnage of Southern Rock [Construction in Brandon] and Jeff Cox of Birdsong [Construction in Clinton] helped make things happen to help Mississippi shine in bringing the AWS project out of the ground,” said Chad Wages of Wages Civil LLC in Canton.

Wages worked alongside both companies last fall when work began on the 927-acre Madison County Megasite in Canton, and the second, 786-acre AWS site in Ridgeland, located along the county’s southern tip.

“The first building is scheduled to come online this January,” Ed Gardner, vice president of business and economic development for Entergy Mississippi, told the Magnolia Tribune. “That’s incredibly fast in our business.”

AWS is not being financially assisted by the state in the construction phase, but when Gov. Tate Reeves asked the company to consider using Mississippi contractors, Amazon complied.

“Lots of Mississippi companies are taking part in the building process,” said Joey Deason, executive director of the Madison County Economic Development Authority (MCEDA). “Out of state firms are actively working on hiring local Mississippians for work, as well as Mississippi subcontractors.”

In addition to Southern Rock, Birdsong and Wages Civil, other contractors working on the two AWS sites include Brasfield & Gorrie, Canton Concrete, Delta Industries, Headwaters Inc., Hemphill Construction, Malouf Construction, MMC, Neel-Schaffer, Puckett Machinery, Shackelford Construction, Site Support Group, Sunbelt Rentals, United Rentals, Waggoner Engineering and WGK Engineering.

Yates Construction, based in Philadelphia, Miss., is one of three general contractors selected by AWS through a bidding process. The other two are Gray Construction in Lexington, Ky., and Haskell Construction, located in Jacksonville, Fla.

“We welcome in other people,” explained Lloyd Munn, executive director of Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Mississippi. “We never discourage someone from out of state because we have contractors from Mississippi that build projects all over the United States. That’s the fair trade of it. But they hire local people to do the work.”

With the influx of workers, though, Munn expressed concerns about sufficient housing “and all that goes with it.”

“A rising tide floats everybody’s boat, so there’s not a downside [to] a project like this because most of the money is spent on our local people and in our local economy,” he noted.

Reeves has said that AWS will need at least 6,000 construction workers — and possibly more than double that

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On $10B Twin AWS

Among the jobs needed are those from the skilled trades, such as electricians, fiber-optic experts and HVAC technicians.

Lee Nations, president and CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors Mississippi (ABC), said the construction industry is “ecstatic” that AWS has decided to make and continue such a big investment in central Mississippi.

“While we know this will demand a large volume of skilled workers and tradespeople, it’s a problem the industry is continuing to address,” he said. “Unfortunately, there’s no ‘quick fix’ to fix the trades gap, but Mississippi contractors continue to work tirelessly to address this gap with the assistance of establishments like Build Mississippi and AccelerateMS.”

Brent Bean, president of the Mississippi Construction Education Foundation (MCEF), which administers Build Mississippi, said he is happy the state and AWS leaders did a great job of planning in advance.

“Our foundation, along with other workforce development leaders from AccelerateMS, community colleges, and high schools from the central Mississippi area have been meeting and working with AWS for months to ensure we’d have the workforce needed to handle the construction of the AWS data centers and have a pipeline of trained individuals ready to fill the positions of the data centers upon their completion and opening,” Bean noted.

Working Together to Keep AWS Projects On Schedule

In the meantime, contractors at the site are united in meeting the AWS production schedules, the Tribune reported Sept. 15.

For instance, a Birdsong Construction LinkedIn post in mid-August highlighted completion of a sizable building pad made up of more than 15,000 tons of crushed limestone.

“We’ve assisted with constructing five building pads at the Madison County Mega Site and are now working on four building pads at the Ridgeland campus,” Wages told the local news source in late August. “We’re trying to complete those four by the end of September to middle of October to keep AWS moving on schedule.”

Wages emphasized the AWS challenge has been all about keeping to the schedule and thinking out of the box on how to keep things moving.

“With a project of this magnitude, there’s always a hiccup … hiding around the corner,” he said. “You have to be quick on your feet, find a solution, just keep things moving. Nothing out of the ordinary has occurred that we haven’t experienced before, but there’s a lot more moving pieces at one time.”

The AWS facilities will take up 1,713 acres of land in two separate areas of Madison County, north of Jackson.

One site is located on the remaining 927 acres of the megasite in the center of the county, off Mississippi Highway 22 and Nissan Parkway in Canton. An Amazon

Myrtle Beach, S.C. ... Infrastructure Project to Close Beach Access Point Through Early ’26

Crews are just a few weeks into building a massive project in Myrtle Beach, S.C., that will send stormwater far into the Atlantic Ocean while improving drainage at a key municipal beach access point.

The $40 million venture to build the city’s 24th Avenue deep water ocean outfall is being paid for with nearly $37 million in state aid. Once complete, an 84-in.-diameter pipe will extend 1,500 ft. into the ocean.

“Ocean outfalls and stormwater pipes are important because they filter sediment, improve water quality, and help catch trash before runoff water reaches the ocean,” city officials noted on the Myrtle Beach municipal website. “Once built, the ocean outfall will replace 11 stormwater pipes currently on the beach.”

A laydown yard for construction has been created between Withers Drive and North Ocean Boulevard, meaning that the 24th Avenue North beach access point will be closed through early 2026.

Crews began the project by building a trestle underwater earlier this summer before commencing work Sept. 10 on the beach itself, the city said. Construction will continue to take place from 7 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.

Monday through Saturday.

Among the key upcoming dates for the project are:

• Oct. 1, when the first piles are scheduled to be installed for the beginning of construction on the trestle.

• Nov. 15, the date that the first junction box construction gets under way.

• Dec. 9, the beginning of coffer cell work.

• Dec. 30, the date that excavation starts.

• Jan. 13, 2025, when the 84-in. concrete pipe is installed.

A crane is set to use the trestle to excavate the ocean floor and install the outfall’s large, concrete pipe, according to the Sun News.

“The term ‘stormwater’ describes rainfall that flows across impervious surfaces and into drainage structures,” Myrtle Beach’s Director of Public Information Meredith Denari told the publication via email.

“Ultimately, rainfall travels either to the Atlantic Ocean or the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.”

She added that in 2018, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognized the City of Myrtle Beach as part of the EPA’s program to celebrate innovation in clean water infrastructure.

Since the late 1990s, Myrtle Beach has invested more than $75 million in stormwater management work, including four existing deepwater outfalls at 25th Avenue South., 4th Avenue North, 14th Avenue North and 53rd Avenue North.

Documents from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) show that two years ago, the City of Myrtle Beach signed a grant agreement document with the state agency for $30 million for the Myrtle Beach Ocean Outfall Project.

Denari said that the accepted bid for the construction project was $42.6 million.

The Sun News reported that the project should be completed by April 2025.

Similar North Myrtle Project Nears Finish Line

A few miles away, the city of North Myrtle Beach also is wrapping up work on its own ocean outfalls.

The latest effort is part of routine storm drain maintenance and new ocean outfall construction along that stretch of northeastern South Carolina’s Grand Strand coastline. The project began over the July Fourth holi-

day weekend.

The Sun News said the city has been inspecting and cleaning its outfalls, something North Myrtle Beach does every five years.

“While inspecting and cleaning, if deficiencies are found, they are repaired immediately by a diver,” the city noted in a recent statement.

The goal of North Myrtle Beach’s stormwater outfall program is to remove drainage pipes from the active beach. Relic drainage from South Carolina Department of Transportation roads currently discharges directly onto the beach.

By moving the discharge further offshore, the city said it is helping prevent beach erosion and maintain healthy water quality in the swimming zones.

Additionally, stormwater discharge into deeper water has been proven through rigorous water quality monitoring to reduce nearshore bacteria levels.

The North Myrtle Beach effort also reduces pollutants, the potential for swimmer illness, inland flooding, and damage to the Federal Beach Renourishment Project, as well as boosts safety on the public beach. 

Amazon Investment Is Largest in State of Mississippi History

distribution center is the business park’s anchor tenant, and Clark Beverage Co. is also being built there, according to the Magnolia Tribune.

In total, that site will include approximately 16 buildings between 200,000 and 300,000 sq. ft. of space.

The second AWS facility is on an additional 786 acres in nearby Ridgeland, located along the southern tip of Madison County near Tougaloo College, at the corner of Highland Colony Parkway and West County Line Road.

AWS is purchasing construction labor, materials, and services from U.S. supply chains to support both new data centers.

AWS Investment Is Largest in MississippiÊs History

The AWS data center campuses in Madison County represent the greatest singular investment in Mississippi.

Since 2011, AWS has invested more than $108 billion in its infrastructure across the U.S. to support all kinds of customers and industries in their digital transformation, said Roger Wehner, the AWS director of economic development.

“Building on this, we’re excited to expand our operations into Mississippi through this planned $10 billion investment, which will tap into the burgeoning tech sector across the state to create new, well-paying jobs and boost the state’s Gross Domestic Product each year,” he continued. “We look forward to delivering new workforce development opportunities and educational programs that support the next generation of talent across the Magnolia State.”

Amazon’s commitment includes the creation of at least 1,000 jobs paying an annual average wage of $80,000. The tech and retail giant said its commitment will generate a ripple effect across the Mississippi economy, accelerating productivity gains, empowering digital transformation, upskilling the workforce and creating other employment opportunities.

Madison County itself has experienced 14.6 percent growth in the last decade, the Tribune reported, and the megasite’s regional population draw is 592,294 people.

Amazon ranks second on the Fortune 500 list, only behind Wal-Mart, and AWS is its fastest-growing and most profitable segment.

Adam Selipsky, a former CEO of AWS, wrote in 2023 that the company “envisioned a world where any person with a computer, an internet connection, and an idea could access the same advanced technology as the world’s largest enterprises or most well-funded research institutes.

“This new way of thinking gave birth to a never-beforeseen technology we all now know as ‘cloud computing.’ Today, AWS is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud, offering more than 240 fully featured services from our global network of data centers. Our infrastructure delivers the most reliable, secure, and scalable

technology to millions of customers, 24 hours a day.”

NCCCO Announces Board Appointments,

Elected Officers for ’24

The NCCCO Foundation announced several new appointments, retirements, and new officers to its board of directors who began their service on July 1.

After long and distinguished service to the NCCCO Foundation, Kerry Hulse, retired vice president of operations, Deep South Crane & Rigging, Houston, Texas; Tim Watters, president, Hoffman Equipment, Piscataway, N.J.; and Chris Ryan, retired vice president of equipment, Boh Bros. Construction, New Orleans, La., completed their terms and retired from the Foundation board of directors.

Three new individuals were appointed to fill the vacated board positions: Robert Albano, retired chairman, Heavy Equipment Colleges of America, Las Vegas, Nev.; Kate Lampson, director of business development and strategic communication, Lampson International, Kennewick, Wash.; and Pete Laux, senior equipment manager, Kiewit Companies, Vancouver, Wash.

Individuals continuing their current terms on the board include Alexander Alonso, chief knowledge officer, Society for Human Resource Management, Alexandria, Va.; Garry Higdem, retired CEO of Mario Sinacola & Sons, Frisco, Texas; Adrian Lacey, apprenticeship director, Florida West Coast Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Local 487, Plant City, Fla; and Ingo Schiller, partner, Path Finder Consulting Group, Alexandria, Va.

Thomas Sicklesteel, CEO, National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators continues as an Ex Officio member of the board.

Subsequently, Higdem, Schiller and Laux were elected to serve as president, vice president, and secretary/treasurer respectively for a one-year term.

“The NCCCO Foundation is fortunate to have benefited from the knowledge and experience of all those members of the board who have recently retired,” said T.J. Cantwell, NCCCO Foundation executive director. “We are equally grateful to have the excellent leadership and support of our current directors and new appointees on the board to guide the organization forward.”

Thompson Holds Ribbon-Cutting On New Rental Store in Tenn.

Thompson Machinery held a grand opening event Sept. 6, 2024, for its newest Cat Rental Store in La Vergne, Tenn.

The new rental store is conveniently located adjacent to its La Vergne Thompson Machinery location.

Guests from around the area attended the ribbon-cutting and Thompson Machinery provided each attendee a complimentary lunch as well as opportunities to win raffle prizes.  CEG

(L-R) are Connie and Brett Wesnofske and Brett Durham, all of Sunrise Contracting in LaVergne, Tenn.; and Dee Thompson and Trace Hall, of Thompson Machinery.

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Thompson Machinery also offers Wacker Neuson wheel dumpers.

Providing fantastic entertainment are D. Vincent Williams and Emily Henline. They were honored with “Song of the Year” and are headed off on a European tour.

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Chicago Asphalt Contractor Embraces Electric Vehicles

By Chuck MacDonald CEG CORRESPONDENT

Nearly 100 years old, Gallagher Asphalt is a fourth generation, family-owned business with 225 employees. The Chicago-based company has four asphalt plants and numerous vehicles.

Dan Gallagher, CEO of the company, recently participated in the industry group The Road Forward. Composed of contractors, association members and academics, the group discussed how to implement ways to reduce the construction industry’s carbon footprint.

Q: You have stated that sustainability has always been an important issue for the asphalt industry.

A: Yes. Some 50 years ago, the industry began emphasizing recycled asphalt as a means of saving money without compromising road performance. That has been very successful. I appreciate the work done by organizations like the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) in helping us to learn about how to build longer-lasting pavements. That’s a key part of sustainability and reducing our energy consumption.

Now there is an opportunity to begin using electric vehicles as a part of our fleets. Sustainability lines up with reducing energy consumption.

Q: How did you first learn about electric vehicles and think about using them in construction?

A: It began when I was coming out of church one Sunday when I saw a Tesla in the parking lot. I met the owner, and he insisted on taking me, my son and a friend for a ride. He pulled onto the road and

impressed me with the vehicle’s acceleration. I drive to Springfield, the state capital a few times a year, to Peoria and other cities, so I started clocking my mileage. I wanted to see where the charging stations were. I thought I could make this work and decided to get a Tesla.

I got my first Tesla in 2015. I had always driven an SUV or pickup, so, this was a first for me. I now have 185,000 miles and have not changed the brakes yet.

I haven’t once regretted my decision to go electric. It has convinced me that electric vehicles are the future.

Q: What about the drawbacks — range, etc.?

A: Technology is always moving rapidly forward. Our industry is good at being flexible. I believe we are going to see the same thing in battery technology. My car has a 250-mi. range when I purchased it in 2015 and now after nine years and 185,000 mi., I get 226 mi. on a charge. I still have the original battery. Manufacturers are coming out with a more than 400-mi. range now. In the next year or so, it might be up to 500 mi.

Six of our employees own/drive Teslas. I have ordered four electric pick-ups as well as a semi. I have taken delivery of one Cybertruck and it is a great truck. We have charging stations here at the office and, of course, people can charge their vehicles at home. I can see this expanding beyond just personal use to commercial use.

Q: How will having electric vehicles change your business?

A: The vehicles have fewer mechanical parts, so they should be easier to service.

We usually aren’t doing too many long hauls, and these trips would be easily in the range of the battery. It’s going to make believ-

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ers out of truck drivers. Most people are slow to change, but I believe they will soon see the advantages of electric vehicles. I believe when the semis arrive, they will be like my car with smooth acceleration and regenerative braking that will generate electricity to power the vehicles. I believe the new trucks will have less wear and tear on brakes, adding more life to the vehicles. And, of course, the vehicles will not need oil changes and some other routine maintenance.

Q: Other vehicles as well?

A: As battery technology advances, I can see a day when more and more of the construction fleet will be electric, including rollers, pavers and dozers. I’m not sure how it would work in the field — perhaps a battery swap?

Q: What are some of the other considerations that the industry needs to be aware of?

A: For electric cars, there were several tax breaks available. Those breaks have been removed because manufacturers have sold enough vehicles. But that might happen for semis. Of course, it would be nice if there were more places on the road to stop and charge. I’m not big on tax breaks. I believe technology has to prove itself. Still, I believe there is a movement in the industry that will help these innovations

At our asphalt plants, we have plenty of power, which would make them good places to charge the electric vehicles. We would be charging off-peak, and there are incentives for that. There are benefits to that instead of facing the challenges of having to find a place on the road to charge.

Q: How would you compare the costs of electric versus gas- or diesel-powered vehicles?

A: The electric vehicles could be up to one-third of the cost to operate. Of course, the vehicles will cost more to purchase. But this is a case of being an early adopter to new technology. For example, Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y are more reasonably priced than the newly released vehicles.

I know from my travels there are apps you can use to find charging locations. Not all of them are dedicated to Teslas. As the price of batteries continues to fall, the savings will increase dramatically.

To hear Dan Gallagher being interviewed on the topic “Electrification is Here,” check out the podcast “Pave it Black”, hosted by National Asphalt Pavement Association: asphaltpavement.org/news-resources/podcast. The podcast is moderated by Richard Willis and Brett Williams of NAPA  CEG

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The old and the new. Gallagher parks his Cybertruck next to his 1925 antique Buffalo Springfield steam roller and a new electric Hamm roller.

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The 12-ton machine becomes the largest model in the Volvo soil compaction portfolio with an 84-inch smooth-drum and operating weight of 26,565 lbs.

Volvo Construction Equipment is broadening its compaction range in North America with a new model targeting medium- to heavy-duty compaction jobs.

The new SD125 soil compactor is designed to provide exceptional results with low operating and ownership costs, making it a fit for both rental houses and highway contractors, according to the manufacturer.

The 12-ton machine becomes the largest model in the Volvo soil compaction portfolio with an 84-in. smooth-drum and operating weight of 26,565 lbs. (12,050 kg). Its specs are similar to the existing SD115 but with a 0.2 in. (5 mm) thicker drum shell and a heavier outer eccentric weight. This results in an additional 935 lbs. (424 kg) of mass on the drum, increasing the static load and eccentric force for a different amplitude profile.

“The SD125 is a direct response to dealers and customers who have asked for a machine that combines the quality and performance of the SD115 with the heavier weight of a 12ton machine,” said Justin Zupanc, compaction product manager. “We take feedback seriously, and I think this model shows that.”

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As terrain and material depths change, the ability to adjust dynamic drum forces is as simple as the flip of a switch on the new SD125. Another switch adjusts the two drum frequencies to compensate for changing conditions, and a fivefrequency feature is available as an option to further boost versatility and performance.

The center joint provides +/-35 degrees of articulation and +/-12 degrees of drum oscillation for stable yet flexible performance and greater operator comfort over rough terrain. Because the drum is in constant contact with the ground, compaction is smooth and uniform.

The additional static weight on the drum frame enhances stability and performance with the ability to negotiate 35 percent slopes for better gradeability. The angled frame allows higher clearance in the approach to steep slopes and while loading, eliminating the possibility of damaging the surface or the machine. The frame and articulation joint are covered

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A heavy-duty axle is integrated into the drivetrain for an efficient rear wheel drive system. The No-Spin differential increases traction, eliminates tire slippage and improves gradeability, performance and productivity. A high-traction variant is available for demanding applications where additional torque is needed to tackle extreme slopes or thick lifts of loose material.

All three levels of Compact Assist software are available on the in-cab tablet (the Volvo Co-Pilot) allowing users to determine the visibility, mapping and reporting features that are most important to them.

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The SD125 features a powerful Tier IV F four-cylinder Volvo engine with 147.5 hp (110 kW). Active DPF regeneration eliminates material build-up, further reducing emissions. The engine is backed by Volvo dealer service and parts support and a 1,000-hour warranty.

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• Lower noise levels for operator comfort.

• Optional fan reverse for cleaning out the coolers.

• Volvo long-life coolant to protect the machine for up to 6,000 hours.

• Remote hydraulic test ports that can be configured to enable quick and easy hydraulic checkpoints without having to open the system.

In line with the Volvo commitment to safety, the emergency stop system shuts down the engine, applies the brakes and stops the machine’s movement if the operator rises from the seat for more than five seconds during operation.

The SD125 is designed and built at the Volvo CE North American headquarters in Shippensburg, Pa., along with all Volvo asphalt and soil compactors. This year marks 50 years of compaction engineering and manufacturing at the site.

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Now, with a special installation kit, the RCU75 can be equipped with an RPL/SSL-45 asphalt shredder. The addition of this attachment allows FAE to offer customers a wider range of solutions, capable of addressing specific needs across industries.

The RPL/SSL-45 is compatible with the RCU75, can mill up to 7 in. deep and has a working width of 17 in. The head comes standard with modern technological features. The combination of self-leveling skids and tilt ensures optimal results even on uneven surfaces. Operational precision is ensured by the hydraulic drive system — which makes it possible to work right up against a wall on the right or left side — as well as practical depth and cutting indicators. The water system with integrated tank allows for the

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FAE’s road planers are based on “cold planer” technology. With cold planer technology, the road’s surface is scraped and cut by the impact of special teeth attached to the rotor. The RPL/SSL-45 has a specially designed tooth layout to increase performance and reduce vibration, making it the perfect tool to prepare roads for resurfacing, or to simplify excavation operations.

With these new products, FAE has enhanced its catalog for the construction world, an increasingly important sector in which FAE technology and quality continue to drive innovation.

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Jones Bros. Moves Significant Amount of Dirt On SR35 Project

By Larry Bernstein CEG CORRESPONDENT

State Route 35 in Tennessee, an 81-mi.-long route, serves as a major corridor from Greenville to Maryville through counties including Jefferson and Sevier. Despite it being a significant roadway, drivers may not be aware of the road. That’s because the section of SR 35 in northeast Tennessee (about 35 mi. east of Knoxville) runs concurrently with U.S. 411. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), along with Jones Bros., are in the middle of a widening project along U.S. 411/SR 35.

New Alignment, Increasing Capacity

The purpose of the project is to improve traffic operations along SR 35 to accommodate future traffic projections and provide an acceptable Level of Service (LOS) along the facility through 2037. The project also is needed to assist in system linkage to other sections of SR 35 that are already constructed or planned for improvement.

The route is utilized by local and regional motorists and provides connections to Knoxville, Sevierville and I-40.

“The purpose and need for the project is a combination of needed geometrical improvements that increase safety paired with functional improvements that reduce crashes and improve capacity of routes,” said Jacob Gasnow of TDOT, who is serving as the construction team lead Currently, the 3.778-mi.-long segment of U.S. 411/SR 35 is two lanes, and it has reached its peak traffic capacity. The ADT in 2016 was approximately 7,500, and it’s projected to reach more than 11,300 in 2040.

To alleviate the congestion and improve safety of the route, the team is widening the road from two to five lanes. The lane configuration will consist of five 12-ft. travel lanes, including a 12-ft. center turn lane and 12-ft. shoulders (10 ft. paved). The existing roadway has minimal shoulders throughout.

Congestion has increased during construction. This is due to several small sideroads being closed, which results in longer travel times for residents.

Most of the project is new alignment, which allows the contractor to work in an environment without traffic disruption. It also reduces potential safety issues for the construc-

tion workforce.

The new alignment will be constructed to reflect modern standards that allow for improved sight distance, access for businesses and residents along the corridor, and improved accessibility for motorists that use the route between Sevierville and Newport.

The project also includes the construction of seven box culverts which will carry the streams and the placement of fill material throughout the new corridor. The largest box culvert on the project is a triple barrel 14 ft. by 12 ft. reinforced concrete box culvert at a length of 429 ft. It will carry Flat Creek.

“During construction of the box culvert, the stream will be maintained through a temporary diversion channel that was designed and included in the contract documents,” Gasnow said.

As part of the grade work, the team is excavating and hauling 1.5 million cu. yds. of material. Crews are blasting a large presplit wall.

“When encountering areas of solid rock, the department will include areas to which rock is presplit by a means of technical, controlled blasts,” said Gasnow. “The rock that remains will be a near vertical plane adjacent to the roadway that mimics a retaining wall.”

Team Has Experience

The significant amount of earthwork (in addition to low bid) on this project made Jones Bros. a good choice for the project.

“Jones Bros. has extensive experience in mass earthwork moving along with specialized earthmoving equipment,” Gasnow said. “Their equipment and experience allow them to max out their mass hauling phases to move all the material that is required efficiently.”

They also have worked with TDOT regularly over the years and have been good partners.

Jones Bros. is using large Caterpillar 777 haul trucks,

which they maintain on-site to transfer the material. The team is doing controlled blasting for the rock excavation and construction of the presplit.

Other members of the team include:

• Charles Blalock & Sons who participated in constructing several box culverts on the project

• Stratified — the drilling and blasting sub that is performing the production and presplit blasts

• Kimberly (DBE) is performing the erosion and sediment control for the project.

Helpful Heads-Up

There are bound to be some surprises when new road construction is being done. In this case, TDOT’s preconstruction staff conducted a good site investigation.

“The preconstruction staff was able to give the construction crews a lot of really good information on what to expect,” Gasnow said.

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Komatsu Introduces HD465-10, HD605-10 Haul Trucks

Komatsu has introduced its new HD465-10 and HD605-10 mechanical haul trucks to the North America market, offering an upgrade from the previous -8 models. The new haul trucks are designed to help increase productivity and improve fuel efficiency in quarry, mining and aggregate applications.

The HD465-10 is a 60-ton rigid frame machine with a high payload capacity and efficient hauling capabilities. The HD605-10 mechanical haul truck is a 70-ton rigid frame machine designed for reliability and durability. Both trucks offer a tight turning radius for easy navigation on narrow haul roads and ergonomically designed cabin features for operator comfort during long shifts.

With increased horsepower and higher-strength steel for reduced operating weight, the machines are built to provide excellent speed on grade, according to the manufacturer.

Additional features include a MacPherson-strut-type independent front suspension that allows the vehicle to smoothly traverse uneven road surfaces, the ability to regulate fuel efficiency for lighter work with “economy” and “economy light” modes and controlled downhill descent with the automatic retard speed control function.

New operator features include hill start assist, throttle lock, a retractable sun visor and waiting brake.

Beneficial maintenance elements include a full LED light package, plastic resin wheel chocks, maintenance-free batteries, brake performance checks and ground level Komatsu Oil and Wear Analysis (KOWA) sampling ports.

“Komatsu is committed to developing equipment that supports our customers’ needs and helps them be most effective at the job site,” said Madeline Pearce, product marketing manager. “The fuel efficiency and productivity benefits these products provide, combined with a number of operatordesigned features, demonstrate that commitment. We are excited to provide these new models of haul trucks to support our customers across North America.”

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DECATUR (256) 898-0550

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Arkansas LiftTruckServiceCenterInc

Lift Truck Service Center, Inc.

www.lifttruckservicecenterinc.com

LITTLE ROCK (501) 568-3330

Florida

Great Southern Equipment, LLC.

www.gsequipment.net

T TAAMPA (813) 248-4971

ORLANDO (407) 859-9160

JACKSONVILLE FT. MYERS (239) 334-6063

POMPANO BEACH (954) 327-8808

MIDWAAY Y

(904) 268-4400

Georgia Heavy Machines Inc.

www.heavymachinesllc.com

COVINGTON (770) 788-0888

Louisiana Heavy Machines Inc. www.heavymachinesllc.com

SHREVEPORT (318) 621-0854

State Machinery & Equipment Sales, Inc.

StateMachinery&EquipmentSalesInc (850) 574-0892

www.statemachineryco.com

KENNER (504) 464-0431

North Carolina

Liebherr r Equipment Source www.liebherr.com

RALEIGH (919) 329-0080

RECO Equipment, Inc.

www.recoequip.com

CHARLOTTE (704) 399-7555

T Teennessee Heavy Machines Inc. www.heavymachinesllc.com

MEMPHIS (901) 260-2200

RECO Equipment, Inc. www.recoequip.com

LaVERGNE (615) 610-7326

VIRGINIA

Liebherr r EquipmentSource

quipment Source www.liebherr.com

MANASSAS (703) 392-0111

NEWS (757) 240-4250 material handling equipment and technology in th components are developed and manufactured in-h or in close collaboration with our partners to ensu possible quality standards.These components inc drive and controltechnology, diesel engines, and a components for hydraulics, gearboxes and electro Reach out to your local Liebherr distribution partne nformation. e USA Main ouse by Liebherr re the highest lude the entire variety of nic systems. rfor more

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HITACHI

LIEBHERR

Compact

Niece 8,000 gallon water tanks

installed on 40 ton Articulated Off Highway chassis. This combination is the workhorse of the dust control and water needs for quarries and large construction sites

The NWT9500 9500 Gallon water tank mounted on articulated truck. Pictured: Deere 460E with 9,500 gallon tank. Tanks come with 6X5 pumps.

The NFL3000 Off Road, Fuel and Lube Bed offers 3,000 gallons of diesel fuel.

The NFL10000 Fuel & Lube Can be mounted on any 100,000 lb rigid frame truck. Holds 10,000 gallons of diesel. 5 additional fluid tanks. Holds up to 3,000 gallons of oil.

When we designed our new 460 P-Tier and 410 P-Tier Articulated Dump Trucks, we went to real-world owners and operators like you. Then we got to work to deliver Eco mode that reduces fuel use by up to 12%. A quiet, pressurized cab with rear-camera display. Onboard diagnostics to keep you in the know and on the go. Ground-level serviceability. And intuitive options including automatic temperature control (ATC) system, onboard payload weighing, and auto lube. These power players were made to build up your productivity — and your bottom line.

JohnDeere.com/ADT

Beard Equipment Company www.beardequipment.com

Mobile, AL

251/456-1993

Freeport, FL

850/835-3337

Jacksonville, FL 904/296-5000

Lake City, FL

386/752-9544

Ocala, FL 352/732-4646

Palatka, FL

386/325-6268

Panama City, FL 850/769-4844

Pensacola, FL 850/476-0277

Perry, FL

850/584-9200

Tallahassee, FL 850/575-5600

Dothan, AL 334/794-8691

Troy, AL 334/566-4181

Riverview, FL (HQ) 813/620-1000 Miami, FL 305/592-5740

West Palm Beach, FL 561/848-6618 Orlando, FL 407/299-1212

Fort Myers, FL 239/334-3627

Lutz, FL 813/995-0841

Daytona, FL 407/299-1212

Riverview, FL 813/621-4902

Pompano Beach, FL 954/977-9541

Sarasota, FL 941/960-2004

Melbourne, FL 321-234-3344

West Columbia, SC 803/794-9340 Dobbs Equipment www.dobbsequipment.com

Adairsville, GA 770/773-9857

Albany, GA

229/888-1212

Atlanta, GA 404/691-9445

Braselton, GA 770/965-1889

Brunswick, GA 912/264-6161

Columbus, GA 706/687-3344

Grovetown, GA 706/855-5440

Macon, GA 478/788-1586

Savannah, GA 912/964-7370

Valdosta, GA

229/474-6680

Andrews, SC 843/983-7337

Aynor, SC 843/358-5688

Ladson, SC 843/572-0400

Simpsonville, SC 864/963-5835

Walterboro, SC 843/539-1420

McCoy Construction & Forestry

mccoycf.com

Chattanooga, TN

423/855-0633

Nashville, TN

615/501-8600

Kingsport, TN

423/349-5001

Knoxville, TN 865/546-3207

Compact Track Carriers, Dumpers & Trucks

AUSA

JCB

TAKEUCHI

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Compact Track Carriers, Dumpers & Trucks

MOROOKA

BERGMANN

YANMAR

Volvo Construction Equipment Expands Rigid Hauler Lineup With New Models

For quarrying and light mining teams who rely on rigid haulers to move material, Volvo Construction Equipment is adding two new sizes to its lineup in North America.

Now, in addition to the R100 with a 105-ton payload, customers can trust the R60 (55-ton) and R70 (65-ton) to get the job done. These haulers are designed to move material at the lowest cost per ton while giving operators the latest comfort and safety features. Both the R60 and R70 are now available to order in North America.

Powerful Productivity

Rigid haulers are known for high productivity with a low center of gravity, balanced weight and tough yet flexible chassis. The R60 has a body volume of 47 cu. yd., and the R70 offers 55.6 cu. yd., which makes them well-matched for the loading abilities of Volvo’s EC950 crawler excavator and L350H wheel loader.

The machines feature a V-shaped haul body for maximum load retention and minimal carry-back post-dumping. The dumping process itself also is speedy due to a fast-tip system.

Providing real-time insights on payload, the optional on-board weighing system helps operators apply the industry standard 10/10/20 payload policy, where the machine can take 10 percent overload for 10 percent of the time but should not exceed 20 percent.

Speed and stability go hand in hand with rigid hauler operation. Both the R60 and R70 are designed with a new adaptive retarder system that can automatically control the rear braking system when traveling downhill.

When it comes to grip, the high-drive axle multiplication ensures maximum traction while the high-torque engine reduces fuel consumption with an automatic adaptive gear selection called Volvo Dynamic Shift Control. The engine also has an ECO mode that defaults to the most efficient gear, while the auto engine idle reduces engine wear. Both features boost fuel efficiency as well.

Safety, Comfort Reign

the operator will enjoy a powerful air conditioning system, ample storage space and Bluetooth radio.

On Ground Support

Uptime is top of mind for hauler customers, and Volvo CE and its dealer network stand ready to support them with parts and technicians on the ground. Both the R60 and R70 have 500-hour service intervals, and maintenance can be completed swiftly due to a straightforward machine design that includes grouped maintenance points located within easy reach either from the ground or the service platform.

Common-sized bearings keep parts stocking simple and cost-effective.

On-board diagnostics provide insights into system pressures and temperatures and fault reporting to facilitate and speed up troubleshooting.

For long downhauls, the haulers feature gear-dependent speed control and a selectable brake or transmission retarder, which also helps reduce operator fatigue. The gearbox has overspeed protection and a neutral coast inhibitor for downhill travel.

Where Rigids Excel

The cabs on the R60 and R70 are fully ROPS/FOPS certified, and operators can enter from either side via anti-slip steps. A large windscreen and low raked dashboard provide optimal visibility, further supported by the left-positioned operator station and optional Volvo Smart View for 360degree sightlines.

When it comes to comfort, an ergonomic, air-suspended seat, independent suspension and vibration-damping viscous mounts offer the smoothest possible experience for the operator. The steering is low effort, the wheel is adjustable, and

The choice between a rigid and articulated hauler in quarrying and mining depends mostly on the conditions of the site. While rigid haulers thrive on sites with wide, firm, wellmaintained haul roads where they can travel quickly (up to 38 mph) over long distances, articulated haulers are better on uneven, narrow, slippery and/or steep haul roads with shorter haul cycles.

Volvo haulers are known for their high productivity, low maintenance requirements and long service life, and the R60 and R70 are no exception to the rule, the manufacturer said.

The Volvo Site Simulation service can recommend the optimal site setup and machine fleet to help fleets meet production targets, reduce CO2 emissions and boost profitability.

These new haulers are manufactured at Volvo’s plant in Motherwell, Scotland: a site that has been the global heart of rigid truck development for 75 years.

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

CAROLINAS

Charlotte, NC 704-228-0455

Clayton-Raleigh, NC 886-629-3784 Grimesland, NC 252-752-1500 Lexington, NC 866-629-3784 Columbia, SC 888-865-1002

Conway-Myrtle Beach, SC 800-968-0754

Piedmont-Greenville, SC 864-434-1154

Summerville-Charleston, SC 843-501-0566 www.nedealers.com

MISSISSIPPI

Taylor Construction Equipment

3637 N. Church Avenue Louisville, MS 39339 833-773-3421

103 Industrial Park Road Philadelphia, MS 39350 833-773-3421

www.taylorconstructionequipment.com

TENNESSE

Taylor Construction Equipment

104 Brickmill Commercial Dr. Maryville, TN 37801 865-444-0883

FLORIDA Apopka-Orlando, FL 407-401-8956

Ft. Pierce, FL 772-212-4043 Tampa, FL 813-940-4405 www.nedealers.com

GEORGIA

Richmond Hill-Savannah, GA 912-756-7854 Dallas-Atlanta, GA 770-445-9019 Douglas, GA 912-922-3232 Macon, GA 478-257-8300 www.nedealers.com

1205 Bridgestone Parkway LaVergne, TN 37086 615-392-4803

www.taylorconstructionequipment.com

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THE DOER’S DREAM

Loved for the features. Trusted for the performance.

Hyundai articulated dump trucks have the power and performance — not to mention top-notch interiors, clear sight lines and handy tech — that make life on the jobsite easier. So you can do more without feeling like longtime fans.

See the Hyundai difference yourself at your local dealer or na.hd-hyundaice.com.

FLORIDA

Authorized Bobcat Dealers

NORTH CAROLINA

Bobcat of Asheville Arden 828-684-4403 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Jacksonville, LLC Jacksonville 904-288-9181 www.bobcatjax.com

Bobcat of Palm Beach West Palm Beach 561-689-9880 www.sbequipment.com

Bobcat of Broward Pompano Beach 954-763-9880 www.sbequipment.com

Bobcat of Treasure Coast Fort Pierce 772-460-9998 www.sbequipment.com

Dynamic Equipment Group

Bobcat of Orlando 407-273-7383

Bobcat of Tampa 813-626-3470

Bobcat of Miami 305-362-6632

Bobcat of Fort Myers 239-334-4987

Bobcat of Daytona 386-274-1002

Bobcat of Stuart 561-264-3287

Bobcat of Sarasota 941-248-3040

Bobcat of Lakeland 863-250-8762 www.dynamicequipmentgroup.com

GEORGIA

Bobcat of Savannah Bloomingdale 912-236-5588 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Asheboro Franklinville 336-737-4434 www.curtis-lane.com

Bobcat of Alamance Burlington 336-283-5600 www.curtis-lane.com

Bobcat of Charlotte Charlotte 704-343-9000 www.bobcatofcharlotte.com

Bobcat of Fayetteville Fayetteville 910-323-5300 www.curtis-lane.com

Bobcat of Johnston County Garner 919-661-1833 www.triangleequipmentgroup.com

Bobcat of Lenoir Lenoir 828-758-5506 www.curtis-lane.com

Bobcat of Mount Airy Mount Airy 336-673-3557 www.curtis-lane.com

Bobcat of Monroe Monroe 704-289-2200 www.bobcatofmonroe.com

Bobcat of Wilmington Wilmington 910-395-2050

www.triangleequipmentgroup.com

NORTH CAROLINA

Piedmont Bobcat Kernersville 336-993-5529 www.curtis-lane.com

R.S. Braswell Company Kannapolis 704-933-2269 www.rsbraswell.com

Triangle Equipment Co., Inc. Morrisville 919-781-7910 www.triangleequipmentgroup.com

Bobcat of Wilson Wilson 252-206-0733 www.whitesequipmentco.com

Bobcat of New Bern New Bern 252-636-1837 www.whitesequipmentco.com

Bobcat of Winterville Winterville 252-756-4055 www.whitesequipmentco.com

Bobcat of Jacksonville Jacksonville 910-347-1646 www.whitesequipmentco.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

Bobcat of Columbia Columbia

803-933-9996 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Charleston North Charleston 843-725-6330 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Greenville Piedmont 864-269-3600 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Spartanburg Spartanburg 864-342-9003 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Rock Hill Rock Hill

803-670-2003 www.BobcatofRockHill.com

Bobcat of Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach

843-236-4499

www.triangleequipmentgroup.com

Bobcat of Clarksville Clarksville 931-436-9555 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Nashville La Vergne 615-941-4000 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of McMinnville McMinnville 931-488-4767 www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Maury County Columbia 931-981-9909 www.gatewaydealer.com

www.curtis-lane.com

GET ON THE WINNING TRACK.

Engineered to boost the accuracy and productivity of your operation, the John Deere 333G SmartGrade™ Compact Track Loader (CTL) delivers precise grading performance while limiting technology includes the operator-friendly DozerMode Control system to enable intuitive crawler operation, with the Deere-designed and purpose-built six-way SG96 Dozer Blade powering the push. This skillful solution is designed to quickly and easily elevate your grades. It all adds up.

JohnDeere.com/SmartGradeCTL

Beard Equipment Company

beardequipment.com

Mobile, AL 36617

251/456-1993

Freeport, FL 32439

850/835-3337

Jacksonville, FL 32216

904/296-5000

Lake City, FL 32025

386/752-9544

Ocala, FL 34482

352/732-4646

Palatka, FL 32177

386/325-6268

Panama City, FL 32404

850/769-4844

Pensacola, FL 32534

850/476-0277

Perry, FL 32348

850/584-9200

Tallahassee, FL 32304

850/575-5600

Dothan, AL

334/794-8691

Troy, AL

334/566-4181

Riverview, FL (HQ) 813/620-1000

Miami, FL

305/592-5740

West Palm Beach, FL 561/848-6618

Orlando, FL

407/299-1212

Fort Myers, FL

239/334-3627

Lutz, FL 813/995-0841

Daytona, FL

407/299-1212

Riverview, FL 813/621-4902

Pompano Beach, FL 954/977-9541

Sarasota, FL 941/960-2004

Melbourne, FL 321/234-3344

West Columbia, SC 803/794-9340 Dobbs Equipment www.dobbsequipment.com McCoy Construction & Forestry

Adairsville, GA 770/773-9857

Albany, GA

229/888-1212

Atlanta, GA 404/691-9445

Braselton, GA 770/965-1889

Brunswick, GA 912/264-6161

Columbus, GA 706/687-3344

Grovetown, GA 706/855-5440

Macon, GA 478/788-1586

Savannah, GA 912/964-7370

Valdosta, GA 229/474-6680

Andrews, SC 843/221-4940

Aynor, SC 843/358-5688

Ladson, SC 843/572-0400

Simpsonville, SC 864/963-5835

Walterboro, SC 843/539-1420

mccoycf.com

Chattanooga, TN

423/855-0633

Nashville, TN

615/501-8600

Kingsport, TN 423/349-5001

Knoxville, TN 865/546-3207

Ashland, VA • 866-955-6071

Chesapeake, VA • 800-342-3248

NC • 919-746-7938 Greenville, NC • 252-752-7145 Leland, NC • 910-800-2070 Columbia, SC • 803-658-0200

Charleston, SC • 843-225-9377 Greenville, SC • 864-546-5208

866-830-7577 Ashland, VA

804-964-1900 Chesapeake, VA • 757-317-0494 Wise, VA • 276-268-4601

Equip Exposition Names Meecha New Show Director

Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, has announced Chris Meecha will become its new show director effective Sept. 16.

Meecha, currently general manager of Fern Expo in Louisville, joins the show three years into its rebranding and continued expansion under the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s (OPEI) full ownership and management.

In launching the new Equip in 2022, new attendance and exhibitor records were set. More than a million square feet of exhibit space and 30 acres in the Outdoor Demo Yard were booked out, with the show attracting 27,000 attendees in 2023.

“Chris is well known in the show management world as a leader and innovator, and will help take Equip to the next level,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of OPEI, which owns and manages the trade show. “We’re building a world-class event, and it was the perfect time to have him join the team, three years into Equip’s rebranding.”

Meecha spent 14 years at Fern, one of the country’s leading trade show and exposition service providers. He served as general manager of the firm’s Louisville office, which is one of its principal locations. He brings with him 30 years of trade show industry experience and served as a show director before joining Fern.

According to Kiser, hiring Meecha is all part of the evolution of the award-winning show, which received two Grand Awards in Trade Show Executive’s Gold 100 Awards program: “Most Innovative Show” and the “Slam Dunk Award: Best New Idea.” The show has been nominated for three more Gold 100 awards in 2024.

With more than 1.2 million square feet of indoor and outdoor exhibit space, Equip Exposition is one of the largest trade shows in the United States, bringing in more than $25 million annually to Louisville. For more information, visit www.EquipExposition.com. 

Equip Exposition photo Chris Meecha

LINDER TURF & TRACTOR

www.lindertt.com

4737 McConnell Center Drive Greensboro, NC 27405 336-792-3412

1530 Middle River Loop Fayetteville, NC 28312 910-483-3692

1501 N. Memorial Drive Greenville, NC 27834 252-695-6200

5504 15th Street E Bradenton, FL 34203 941-755-5722

505 US Hwy 82 West Leesburg, GA 31763 229-435-2212

1205 Veterans Pkwy North Moultrie, GA 31788 229-985-3882

2902 US Hwy 84 West Valdosta, GA 31601 229-588-8100

RJV KUBOTA

www.rjvequipment.com

Nashville

140 Charter Place LaVergne, TN 37086 615-793-7576

Knoxville 3356 Rudy Street Knoxville, TN 37921 865-970-2840

BROOKS SALES, INC.

www.brookssales.com

3144 Hwy 74 East Monroe, NC 28112 704-233-4242

CREEL TRACTOR CO.

www.creeltractor.com

3771 Palm Beach Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33916 239-694-2185

MASON TRACTOR CO

www.masontractorco.com

1050 Appalachian Hwy Blue Ridge, GA 30513

706-632-3777

McDonough, GA 30253 770-957-3370

Cumming, GA 30040 770-887-6119

Perry, GA 31069 478-987-1173

Norcross, GA 30071 770-582-0377

Villa Rica, GA 30180 678-952-2037

125 Wilsons Mills Rd. Extension Smithfield, NC 27577

855-562-3526

141 Brickyard Rd Lexington, SC 29072

866-262-4181

803-520-0032

11301 Reames Rd. Charlotte, NC 28269 980-859-4680

www.companywrench.com

Deep South JCB

1609 Church Rd Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-899-1219

www.jcbofchattanooga.com

6851 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71119 318-621-9000

340 Airport Road Jackson, MS 39208 601-939-9655

1150 LeBlanc Road Port Allen, LA 70767 225-383-6117

8489 West Oaklawn Road Biloxi, MS 39532 888-838-5485

www.deepsouthjcb.com

Briggs JCB

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

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

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

2755 Marshall Dr Tifton, GA 31793 229-388-8120

1www.briggsjcb.com

1241 Salem Park Court Murfreesboro, TN 37129 615-809-3377

www.tristarjcb.com

1501 Atlanta Industrial Drive Atlanta, GA 30331

678-402-6867

www.wesprojcb.com

STAR EQUIPMENT RENTALS & SALES, INC. Serving Southwest Florida 11680 Metro Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33966 888-459-7147

www.allstareq.com

CCS Equipment Sales, LLC

Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill 5428 Highway 96 Youngsville, NC 27596 919-556-9110

Fuquay-Holly SpringsSanford-Fayetteville 836 North Broad Street Angier, NC 27501 919-935-0505

5886 Ernest Taylor Road Ayden, NC 28513 252-712-1033

For 40 years, Wacker Neuson has engineered, designed and built excavators around the needs of our customers. And because every construction site is different, we offer variety and versatility for the job at hand. From rugged and reliable tracked conventional tail machines to minimal tail swing, wheeled, and zero emission models, you’ll ﬁ nd the right conﬁ guration, lifting capacity and breakout force to handle the toughest challenges. What’s more, Wacker Neuson excavators are durable, powerful and easy to operate.

www.ccsequipment.com COMPANY WRENCH

777 Laura Road Lakeland, FL 33815 863-937-6829

www.companywrench.com

See how Wacker Neuson builds solutions for you. Contact your local dealer today!

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AI Helps Simplify Data Management For Fleet Managers

In its report, “Practical Use Cases for AI in Fleet Management,” the company outlines five factors IT leaders must consider in harnessing AI’s benefits.

At its most basic AI, or machine learning, monitors large volumes of data that a telematics system can churn out.

As Teletrac/Navman explains, AI technology designed for fleet management clearly and concisely produces, analyzes and reports on that data.

“AI spots patterns and behaviors and can make recommendations based on the data,” said the company in a website article.

These tools develop expertise and offer data beyond alarms and status alerts, said Teletrac. AI offers a glimpse into the future of a machine or an entire fleet.

“It recognizes patterns that are hidden in the data and helps you answer the questions that you don’t know to ask,” the company said.

This is considered by the company to be “the biggest difference between AI and business intelligence.”

Where business intelligence requires the user know what questions to ask, AI uses data to identify factors most influencing outcomes. After identifying influencers, AI then provides recommended adjustments so the user can chart a course of action toward better fleet management.

Potential to Streamline Fleet Management

“The role of AI is to simplify data management and help fleet managers identify problem areas before they become an issue,” said Teletrac.

The technology then helps create realtime coaching and training programs a contractor can use right away.

According to Teletrac, AI factors in prediction with cause and effect and anticipation to streamline fleet management.

The company explains three scenarios AI has the capability to solve based on the data available are prediction, cause and effect and anticipation:

1. This seems familiar (prediction): We have seen “X” scenario before and “Y” was the result. In other similar cases, these situations tended to emerge.

2. I’ve noticed when this then and that (cause and effect):

3. Based on historical data, this is likely to occur (anticipation): For example, AI has noticed that reducing harsh driving generally increases vehicle lifespans and reduces fuel consumption.

“AI relies on data, and lots of it, to learn about operations and provide insights and predictions,” said Teletrac. “Fleet management systems capture an ever-increasing

AI technology monitors large volumes of data that a telematics system can churn out, clearly and concisely producing, analyzing and reporting on that data.

volume of data from a wide range of data points, which can be pulled into an AI processor.”

Data includes but is not limited to engine diagnostics ODB2 and J1939, CAN bus, runtime, maintenance, fuel usage idle times and location and driver hours.

Other data AI is capable of capturing pertains to dangerous and distracted driving, fatigue data and vehicle/asset utilization data.

Taking ManagementAsset By Storm

The construction industry has been lit by AI and according to Fleetio there’s no shortage of fleet management product offerings on the market right now.

They’re all designed to help fleets improve safety, productivity and decision making. Some systems are designed to work through smart devices.

Last year, data analytics software provider Foresight Intelligence integrated AI features into its Fleet Intelligence solution, controlled by voice.

Speaking in English or Spanish, mobile devices can be used via voice to request assistance with real-time information about the equipment.

On the job site, dozers, excavators and trucks can be tracked for location, usage, maintenance and inspection details, based on the user’s role on the project.

Contractors, manufacturers, dealers and rental houses can better manage their assets, utilization and project outcomes deploying the right resources at the right time.

“Fleet Intelligence provides triggers and signals that allow teams to proactively man-

points a smart device at a tire and the app creates a digital model of it. The device reflects the tread depth of the scanned tire to provide accurate and consistent data, an improvement over the tradition of measuring with a quarter.

“All tire data collected via the app is automatically recorded and can be easily shared within an organization,” said Fleetio.

Users can link tire data to specific VINs or license plates to get greater visibility of tire health in relation to specific vehicles.

“By making it faster and easier to monitor tire health,” the app helps fleets replace or retread tires at optimal times, said Fleetio. “As a result, fleets benefit from reduced maintenance costs and higher vehicle uptime.”

Predictive maintenance analytics have become a key facet of a solid fleet management department.

With a goal of reducing unplanned downtime, Optimum Fleet Health’s system analyzes more than 8,000 performance indicators.

age their equipment, in the language of their choice,” said the company. “These new AIpowered features will have an incredibly positive impact on machine availability and project profitability.”

The AI-powered voice control features are designed to deploy and use easily with no training required or technology expertise needed.

Designed to be as simple as pushing a button and asking for information, the new features allow for quick adoption by crew members. As a result, the company said, the system promotes safety, ease of use in the field and efficiency.

“Fleet Intelligence helps our customers manage more equipment with fewer people,” said Dale Hanna, CEO. “Construction managers, fleet supervisors, technicians and operators will be able to access relevant fleet and equipment data in their preferred language.”

Purpose-built for the construction industry, the system provides “unparalleled” insights into every aspect of the mixed fleet environment.

“We’ve had telematics, sensors in equipment, computer managed componentry and other technological advancements,” said Ron Slee of Learning Without Scars.

This system “provides triggers and signals that will have a positive impact on machine availability and project profitability,” said the construction equipment trainer.

An AI-powered tire scanning program from Anyline gives smart devices the ability to read, interpret and process visual information.

With AI and computer vision in the company’s mobile tire tread scanner the user

The AI-powered Optimum VRx predictive engine can anticipate system failures up to four weeks before they happen, asserts the developer.

“With the knowledge that a vehicle is likely to fail soon, fleets can head off unplanned downtime by scheduling preventive maintenance,” said Fleetio.

The technology also diagnoses the causes of issues and provides actionable resolution plans for fleet managers.

“By elevating the efficacy of preventive maintenance, fleets are able to minimize costly disruptions … and reduce replacement vehicle costs,” said Fleetio.

Predicting Fleet ManagementÊs Future

In development by Bridgestone Mobility Solutions is a virtual fleet manager solution, which the company said will be available within two years.

It’s designed as “an extra pair of eyes for human fleet managers” who will feed the technology with data from various company operations systems.

“From there, the virtual fleet manager will interpret that data and provide recommendations and insights that humans might’ve overlooked,” said Fleetio. “Human fleet managers will be able to interact with the virtual fleet manager through questions and commands using everyday language a la ChatGPT.”

Raghunath Banerjee, Bridgestone’s vice president of data solutions, stressed that virtual fleet managers won’t be replacing humans anytime soon.

“They will get a virtual fleet manager who is really going to help them, train them, provide them with the right insight,” said Banerjee. see FLEET page 80

FLEET

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TDOT’s SR35 Expansion Due to Complete By October 2026

TDOT from page 50

However, the construction team has run into some site conditions that they were not anticipating. East Tennessee is known for its geotechnical variations in subsurface conditions.

“While there was extensive drilling during preconstruction geotechnical investigations, due to the nature of the existing rock, the construction team has had to make minor field adjustments to accommodate field identified rock lines prior to presplit operations,” Gasnow said.

“During construction, we handle the unexpected site conditions by maintaining open communication between field staff and geotechnical staff,” Gasnow said. Because of the variability of geography in east Tennessee, TDOT maintains a geotechnical presence in the Region 1 headquarters. As potential issues arise, geotechnical engineers quickly assist with questions, which allows projects to maintain scope and schedule.

Sticking to Details

Begun in May 2023, the project is set to be completed by October 2026. The project is slightly behind when looking at time expended compared to payments administered; however, according to the project schedule, the contractor is relatively on track for timely completion.

During the project, the department has adjusted the alignment of utility poles and tie-ins between the new alignment and the existing road. The contractor has been diligent in progressing work efficiently despite the modifications required.

The construction budget for the project was a tick below $65 million. The federal government is contributing 80 percent of the funding, and the state is paying the remaining 20 percent. So far, the project is tracking to be on budget.

The driving public will benefit greatly when the U.S. 411 (State Route 35) project is over, as the road widening will make the route safer and enable more reliable drive times. Despite the improvements, commuters might still be uncertain about the route number they’re driving on.  CEG

Case Debuts New 580EV Electric Backhoe Loader at Event

from page 18

A big crowd of EV prospects came from all over the state of Florida looking for more information on the 580EV and some demo time. Case Construction’s electric backhoe specialist, George MacIntyre, provides a comprehensive demo of the 580EV in Tampa, Fla.

Ron Carrion, fleet manager of the city of Tampa, gets a feel for the spacious cab of the Case 580EV.

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The significant amount of earthwork on this project made Jones Bros. a good choice for the work.

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Technology Allows for Data Generation at Exponential Rate

FLEET from page 76

In its research, Info-Tech delved into the concept of how AI is capable of transforming fleet management.

The IT research firm offers practical cases to help fleet managers and IT leaders solve their asset management challenges.

“Data is being generated at an exponential rate due to technological advancements,” said Kevin Tucker, principal research director.

The rate makes it nearly impossible for humans to perceive and analyze all the data in a timely manner.

“Fleet managers will increasingly need to use AI if they want to keep up with the … growth … for scalable transportation solutions and infrastructure.”

The complexity of implementation with legacy equipment and unsupported systems should not deter organizations from AI adoption, said Tucker.

“These systems are evolving, with the prospect of providing prescriptive instructions soon becoming a reality,” he said.

In its latest blueprint, Info-Tech highlights the importance for fleet managers to build collaborative partnerships with industry peers, tech companies and experts.

“With AI becoming a pivotal contributor

With AI systems, users can spot patterns and behaviors and make recommendations based on specific data.

to the fleet management solutions market, understanding its impactful delivery is imperative,” said the firm.

Here are five factors Info-Tech said both fleet managers and IT leaders must consider:

1. Be Intentional: Emphasize clarity about important AI adoption factors, such as policy, transparency, ethics and accuracy requirements.

2. Identify Embedded AI: Recognize

and assess AI integration in products, even when it’s not immediately apparent, directly interactive or configurable.

3. Unmask Invisible AI: Diligently identify AI functionalities hidden within products.

4. Fix Hallucinations: Develop strategies to manage and mitigate the risks of AI-generated misinformation.

5. Enforce Responsible AI: Advocate for

the development and deployment of trustworthy AI solutions.

Info-Tech maintains that AI in fleet management can also enable greater flexibility for remote and hybrid work models.

“This technological shift allows for remote monitoring, helping employees balance their personal and professional commitments,” said the company.  CEG

Linder’s Latest Branch Addition Brings Total Stores to 26

LINDER from page 14

ing the equipment brands it represents in the state.

“Komatsu, unfortunately, has been a little undersold or under supported in Virginia over the years,” he said. “The presence of Komatsu’s equipment has been pretty light here and not as predominant as in other areas, especially those states that we have been operating in. We also want to grow our partnerships in Virginia by bringing not only the Linder brand from the Carolinas, Georgia and Florida, but also the resources that go along with it.”

Coughlin described his company’s brand as one that “represents excellent, quality equipment maintained by first-class, factory-trained personnel. It also means investment in the facilities, trucks, tooling and training — all of the aspects needed to support the great products we represent.”

He added that product support is the backbone of the company. As an example of that, Linder is proud to say that it offers 80 percent off-the-shelf parts availability and 98 percent availability within 24 hours.

The task ahead for Linder’s dealership managers in Virginia, as well as every other location manager companywide, according to Coughlin, is continuing to raise the parts availability levels beyond the national average. This, he said, will minimize customer downtime dramatically.

Before it introduces equipment into any of its markets, Coughlin said that Linder “performs market evaluations to learn what products will benefit our business partners in those regions based on application. We are a solutions provider and are always looking to increase production while lowering our customer’s costs.

“The BOMAG representation up here in Virginia are landfill compactors and milling equipment at this time,” Coughlin added. “Linder will add the entire line of BOMAG and Secmair products to have a full lineup of the finest road-building equipment.”

Another brand that Linder is marketing in Virginia is Konecranes, a Swedish-made product that picks up and carries shipping containers, and one that Coughlin believes will be a very popular product in the state’s busy Tidewater shipping industry. In addition, the manufacturer produces empty container stackers and high-capacity forklifts with 10-ton to 80-ton lifting capabilities.

“Those forklifts are also geared to work very well in other industries such as lumber and steel mills, heavy industrial environments that need larger models,” he said. “That will be a great product to introduce to the Virginia market, as well. We are very excited to offer Konecranes’s container and material handling equipment at Linder.”

Beyond the equipment mentioned, Linder also will bring DEUTZ-FAHR agricultural products to Virginia, Coughlin said.

Linder is well known for how well it conducts its service and parts support in its long-established markets. Due to its years of experience, the company should be able to quickly install that same elevated level of customer assistance in its Virginia territory, according to the company.

Across all five states, Linder currently runs 270 service vehicles, as well as another 27 lube trucks that perform preventive maintenance, according to Coughlin.

“So far in Virginia, we have a total of 11 trucks and our goal

for the upcoming year is to run 25 service vehicles and at least five lube trucks that will be positioned at the five dealerships,” he said, noting that one of Linder’s primary goals is to keep its customers up and running as jobsite downtime can often be very costly.

“We also want to increase the amount of technician training that we offer. Linder has many internal and external classes that will be conducted and soon be well attended by the technicians working in Virginia. That includes parts training and management training, both of which have been much in need in this particular territory.”

Now that Linder has set itself up in Virginia as a distributor of Komatsu heavy machines, in addition to offering its range of other products, Coughlin said that he would like to spend time in the state in order to meet customers and understand their needs.

“I want to learn about some of their past experiences so that Linder can find solutions and correct some of the challenges that they have experienced over the years,” he said. “We want to rebuild Komatsu’s brand reputation in the state and come away with a lot more satisfied contractors, aggregate producers, port managers, and, eventually, farmers.

“Additionally, we really want to individually target those markets with sales specialists,” Coughlin added. “Of course, there will be general product line specialists, but Linder will also have specialists for the aggregate side of the business, in addition to the port solutions side, forestry, waste and agriculture, the latter of which will be a big focus for us going forward.”  CEG (All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)

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• Online Ends October 3, 2024

For: Town of Orangetown Surplus Vehicle Auction

• Online Ends October 8, 2024

For: Town of Watson Surplus Vehicle Auction

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

• Online

Sept. 19 – Oct. 4, 2024

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

• Online Fri., October 4, 2024

For: Fontana, CA Monthly Public Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com

1-877-BIDADOO

• Online October 8, 2024

• Online October 15, 2024

Auctioneers websites for details

Coming Auctions

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

BIG IRON AUCTIONS

www.bigiron.com

800-937-3558

• Online

October 2, 2024

• Online October 9, 2024

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS

www.brightstarauctions.com 574-825-0704

• Sinks Grove, WV

Thurs., October 10, 2024

For: Weikle Brothers Lumber Liquidation Auction

• Online

Tues., October 15, 2024

For: Michigan Bark Products –Sawmill Liquidation Auction

• Online

Tues., October 15, 2024

For: Midway Cutstock – Sawmill Liquidation Auction

• Online

Tues., October 15, 2024

For: Pukall Lumber Co. – Sawmill Liquidation Auction

DON SMOCK AUCTION CO., INC.

www.dsa-auctions.com 765-778-9277

• Greenfield, IN Tues., October 8, 2024 For: Fall INDOT Surplus Auction

DUNN DEAL AUCTION CO. www.dunndealauctions.net 614-946-6853

• Lebanon, OH Sat., October 12, 2024

For: Fall Cincinnati Heavy Equipment Truck & Trailer Auction

HANSEN AUCTION GROUP www.hansenauctiongroup.com 920-383-1012

• Mukwonago, WI

Thurs., October 17, 2024

For: Ross’ Grading Business Retirement

HUNYADY AUCTION COMPANY www.hunyady.com 800-233-6898

• Virtual Live Broadcast Wed., October 9, 2024

For: Absolute Auction - Landfried Paving Inc.

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION www.iraymn.com

320-968-7230

• Online

Wed., October 23, 2024 For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

IRON AUCTION GROUP

www.ironauctiongroup.com

864-546-1216

• Charlotte, NC

Wed., October 2, 2024 For: Unreserved Retirement Truck & Equipment Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com

888-897-8864

• Online

Wed., October 16, 2024 For: Live Streaming Auction

JAMES G. MURPHY INC.

AUCTIONEERS www.murphyauction.com 425-486-1246

• Online

October 3 - 10, 2024

For: Marysville Heavy Equipment, Contractors Equipment, Trucks & Vehicles

• Online Day 1

October 16 - 23, 2024

For: C&D Lumber Company (Sawmill)

• Online Day 2

October 17 - 23, 2024 For: C&D Lumber Company (Rolling Stock & Mill Equipment)

• Online Day 3

October 17 - 23, 2024

For: C&D Lumber Company (Buildings & Equipment)

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com

601-450-6200

• Hilliard, OH

Sat., September 28, 2024

For: Scioto Darby Concrete Inc

Absolute Liquidation Auction

• Lima, OH

Sat., October 5, 2024

For: Northwest Ohio AG & Construction Equipment Auction

• Online

Tues., October 8, 2024

For: Virtual Crane, Heavy Transport & Support Equipment

Auction

• Pelzer, SC

Sat., October 12, 2024

For: Southeast Automobile Auction

• Atkinson, NH

Sat., October 12, 2024

For: Northeast US Live & Online Public Auction

LLOYD MEEKINS & SONS

AUCTION CO.

www.meekinsauction.com 800-499-6560

• Lumberton, NC

Tues., October 8, 2024

For: Construction, Farm, Truck & Car Auction

MIEDEMA ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP

www.1800lastbid.com

616-538-0367

• Online

Ends October 1, 2024

For: Construction/Heavy Equipment & Snow Removal Equipment Auction

• Online

Ends October 3, 2024

For: Repo’s Trucks, Trailers, Equipment & more

• Online

Ends October 8, 2024

For: Semi Truck & Trailer Auction

MYRON BOWLING

AUCTIONEERS, INC. www.myronbowling.com 513-738-3311

• Online

Thurs., October 17, 2024

For: Rental Return Forklifts & Construction Equipment Auction

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION www.purplewave.com 866-608-9283

• Online

Wed., October 2, 2024

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., October 3, 2024

For: Construction Equipment Auction

• Online

Tues., October 8, 2024

For: Government Auction

• Online

Wed., October 9, 2024

For: Ag Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., October 10, 2024

For: Truck & Trailer Auction

ROWLEY AUCTION www.rowleyauctions.com

810-724-4035

• Imlay City, MI

October 5 - 6, 2024

For: Annual Fall 2-Day Equipment & Vehicle Auction

RTi AUCTIONS

www.rtiauctions.com 585-243-1563

• Online

October 1 - 8, 2024

For: Cortland County NY Municipal NetAuction

SALES AUCTION COMPANY, LLC

www.salesauctioncompany.com 860-627-7506

• Online

Fri., October 25, 2024

For: 15th Annual Fall Sale

• Windsor Locks, CT Sat., October 26, 2024 For: 15th Annual Fall Sale

WESTERN CONSTRUCTION AUCTIONS INC. www.wca-online.com 866-731-7760

• Lake Elsinore, CA Fri., October 11, 2024

For: Public Auction

WHEELER AUCTIONS & REAL ESTATE wheelerauctions.com 660-327-5890

• Sedalia, MO Fri., October 18, 2024

For: Public Real Estate & Machinery Auction

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

• Online

Fri., October 18, 2024

For: Southern PA Fall Contractors Auction

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

• Kissimmee, FL Thurs., October 10, 2024

For: Kissimmee Machinery Auction

• Online

Tues., October 15, 2024

For: Contractor Sales & Service Fleet Renewal Auction

• Findlay, OH

Thurs., October 17, 2024 For: Heavy Equipment Auction

Construction-Truck Auction

Tuesday, October 8th, 8AM

Consignments accepted until Monday, September 30th @ 4pm

The following equipment came from One Large Construction Company. These items will sell after 1pm on sale day.

Cat 430D IT RT Backhoe, s/n BML4985

Hitachi 135 Excavator, 12,075 Hrs, s/n 15CA067305

Hitachi 135 Excavator, s/n 15C2068109

John Deere 230 Excavator, s/n FF0230CX603440-40686

Volvo 255 Excavator, 3227 Hrs

Komatsu PC220-LC7 Excavator, s/n A86082

Hitachi 270 Excavator, 9,049 Hrs, s/n FF01V4Q030153

Cat 307B Excavator, 13,873 Hrs, s/n 6KZ00299

Komatsu 300 Excavator, 13,798 Hrs, s/n A85702

Komatsu 300 Excavator, s/n A816129

Gallion 850C Motor Grader, Cab, Ripper, 8,378 Hrs, s/n 65800630202966

Gallion 850 Motor Grader, 9,661 Hrs, s/n 6580022U202365

Champion 726A Grader, s/n X0Z6499

Cat 963 Track Loader, 13,509 Hrs, s/n 21Z02777

Cat 953 Track Loader, 13,158 Hrs, s/n 20Z02172

Volvo 180, 6,124 Hrs, s/n BV8751611

Cat 930G RTL, 13,432 Hrs, s/n TWR00701

Komatsu WA250RTWC

IR SD177 Roller, s/n 188863

IR SD5077 Roller, 12,465 Hrs, s/n 188850

IR SD 100 Roller, s/n 148921

(17) New 40ft Containers

Jay Sellers (L) of The Ironpeddlers stopped by the Transit & Level Clinic tent to get an update on the latest Leica products. Transit & Level Clinic has eight locations in S.C., N.C., Va., Tenn. and Ala.

The Ironpeddlers Holds Auction at Its Monroe, N.C., HQ

The Ironpeddlers recently held an auction at its headquarters in Monroe, N.C.

The well attended auction drew bidders from across the Southeast in person and globally online to vie for a wide selection of equipment, including wheel loaders, excavators, dozers, backhoes, crawler loaders and more.

The Ironpeddlers, a Southeast equipment dealer, marks its 50th year by emphasizing customer service, strategic expansions, and partnerships with SANY and Gehl. The company’s recent growth includes opening new branches and diversifying its equipment lineup, with a focus on OEM parts and service excellence.  CEG

(L-R) are Leigh and Chuck Roberts of C. Roberts Inc. in Charlotte; John Irvin of Irvin Construction in Huntersville, N.C.; and Bobby Penninger of Penninger Infrastructure in Patrick, S.C. After inspecting several excavators and a backhoe to use on current projects, they decided to which ones to bid on.

Seen here is most of The Ironpeddlers ownership team. (L-R) are Brent Cates; Rosemary, Angie, Anthony and Tommy Broome; and Angela Bullock.

Keeping the auction running smoothly (L-R) are Chris Teets and Rachel Cole, both of Partner Auctions Company, and Caleb Mayes of Proxibid.

Kevin Richey (L) of Richey Grading in Taylorsville, N.C., and Jeff Barnes of Jeff Barnes Grading in Taylorsville, N.C., came to the auction with an eye on buying an excavator and possibly a trailer.

These job-ready excavators attracted the attention of online bidders. The John Deere machines were sold to a contractor bidding from Mexico.

The auction included John Deere dozers, Cat crawler loaders, Cat scrapers, Bobcat skid steer loaders and much more.

needed a few buckets and said

ripper would work great on his Cat 345 excavator.

Stopping for a moment between machine inspections are Brent Haynes (L) of H.C. Forklift in Charlotte, N.C., and Dan Wilcox of Wilcox & Company in Charlotte, N.C.

Doug Price (far R) of Oak Ridge Enterprises in Monroe, N.C., was registered by the helpful auction staff.

J.B. Preslar of Preslar Trucking

Grading in Charlotte, N.C.,

this Cat

Jeff Martin Auctioneers Conducts Four-Ring, In-Person,

with a

The auction for items in rings three and four were entirely online. Some of the bidders were on site in a special area created by Jeff Martin Auctioneers while others bid remotely from around the world. For the other items in the auction, bidders could bid at the auction or online remotely.

Jduring the

eff Martin Auctioneers held an East Coast Construction and Transportation auction Sept. 19, 2024, in Pelzer, S.C.

Ring one featured construction equipment, commercial trucks, trailers; ring two featured UTVs, farm tractors and more; and rings three and four (online bidding only) included construction attachments, commercial truck parts, tools and more.  CEG

Dru DuBois of Hills Machinery tests out this Hitachi excavator.

Jairo Matute of Matute Grading in Charleston intended to bid on this Cat D1 LGP dozer.

Bidders were happy with the quality of the machines being sold.

Jeff Martin (R) welcomes Robert Armstrong of Armstrong Equipment in Columbia, S.C., to the auction.

Jason Stribling (L) works

bidder

auction, while Justin Stelzer scans the crowd for the next bid.

Mark (L) and Ryan Ledford, both of Heritage Grading & Paving in Burnsville, N.C., were hoping to find a small excavator at a great price.

Before the auction, Jeff Martin Auctioneers took videos of the equipment being offered. The same video is shown to the attendees live and online. Jason Stribling searches for the next bidder.

Online East Coast Construction, Transportation Sale

(L-R): Jeff Martin, Ron Kreis and Jennifer Martin go through the details of the latest machine being sold.

This pair of Wacker Neuson RC110 soil compactors were sold to a contractor in Peru via the Internet.

Business Calendar

To view our Business Calendar online, go to www.constructionequipmentguide.com.

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)

AGC Events Calendar:

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

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd Edition (https://training.agc.org/course/vlea 241101/)

Dates: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 (10:00 AM) –Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 (7:00 PM)

Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Supervisory Training Program (STP) – Updated 2024 (Https://training.agc.org/course/vfstp2425)

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 (1:59 PM) –

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 (6:00 PM)

Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE STP Units 1 & 2 Leadership, Motivation & Communication (https://training.agc.org/course/vstp241001/)

Newly Updated

Dates: Wednesday, October 2, 2024 (2:00 PM) –

Monday, October 28, 2024 (6:00 PM

Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Blueprint Reading (https://training.agc.org/course/vce241001/)

Dates: Monday, October 14, 2024 (3:00 PM) to Thursday, October 17, 2024 (6:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum (https://www.agc.org/learn/education-training/events/agc-mental=suicide-prevention-forum-2)

Valeriy Oleynik of VLS Inc in Spartanburg, S.C., liked what he saw in this Volvo soil compactor and hoped to put it to work on his latest project.

Dates: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)

Online, Virtual Safety and Health

OHIO FORESTRY ASSOCIATION

Sustaining and Advancing Ohio’s Forest Products Industry 2024 Paul Bunyan Show

Dates: Fri, October 4, 2024, to Sun, October 6, 2024

Place: Guernsey Country Fairgrounds 335 Old National Road, Lore City, Ohio 43768

Description: The Paul Bunyan Show is a celebration of the Forest Industry in Ohio. Featuring logging equipment sales and demonstrations, lumberjack competitions and entertainment, educational seminars, and workshops, great food, family fun and much more!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will there be ATMs onsite at Paul Bunyan Show? YES

Is Paul Bunyan Show dog-friendly or service animal only?

Service-Animals only

Is Paul Bunyan Show RAIN or SHINE? YES

Are children free? Children under 6 years of age are FREE!

Are masks required at the Paul Bunyan Show? NO

Is Paul Bunyan Show handicap accessible? YES, but part of the show is on sod and could be muddy, if it rains.

Is Paul Bunyan Show for all ages? YES

For more information: Phone: 888/388-7337

Email: info@ohioforest.org

Website: www.thepaulbunyanshow.com

MINNESOTA NURSERY & LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION

NORTHERN GREEN OUTDOORS

Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Time: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Where: Aldrich Arena & Grounds

Maplewood, MN

Fresh Ideas in the Fresh Air!

What will you ﬁnd at Northern Green Outdoors? New Tech/New Tools/Hands-on Experience/Skill Development/Creativity

Boost/Informed Decisions/Peer Networking/One-stop Shopping

Registration Open!

Get your tickets now for the most interactive Northern Green Event ever!

Visit with Vendors - You’ll have the opportunity to visit with vendors, drive, and demo products and equipment!

The auction included a great selection of Hamm and Wacker Neuson compaction equipment.

This pair of Komatsu excavators were sold to a contractor in Akron, Ohio.

Education Topics you will ﬁnd at Northern Green Outdoors:

. Garden Center/Grower

. Golf

. Landscape Design/Architecture

. Landscape/Hardscape Contractor

. Professional Gardening Services

. Tree Care/Arborist

. Turf, Grounds & Snow Management

Don’t miss SOCIAL HOUR from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM!

For more information, contact: Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association. Phone: 651/633-4987

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC)

2024 Highway, Transportation & Utility Infrastructure

Construction Conference

Dates: October 9 – 11, 2024

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

Phone: 833/448-0932

Build Your Knowledge of the Industry

AGC’s Highway, Transportation and Utility Infrastructure

Construction Conference is the industry’s premier annual conference that focuses on the most critical issues and topics facing the industry today and in the future.

. Unparalleled Education & Networking Opportunities

. Relaxation in Sunny Bonita Springs

Nestled on the tranquil Gulf Coast, Bonita Springs offers a serene escape amidst its sun-drenched beaches and lush greenery. Take advantage of the stunning Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort’s amenities and natural beauty to unwind and reach peak relaxation by visiting the resort’s spa. Relax and enjoy a round of golf before the conference on Wednesday, October 9th by playing in our tournament. Take a boat ride to a private island, enjoy lunch, spot wild dolphins and more along the way.

Spend the day enjoying the beach with a drink in hand!

For more information, contact AGC: Phone: 703/548-3118

Fax: 703/842-8817 Email: info@agc.org

NATIONAL TRUCK EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION (NTEA)

NTEA Commercial Vehicle

UPFITTING SUMMIT

Dates: October 15 – 16, 2024

Place: Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center

7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky, OH 44870

Phone: 877/525-2427

Twelve (12) leading OEMs will gather October 15 – 16, 2024, at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, Sandusky, Ohio to share the latest chassis and technical updates at NTEA’s Commercial Vehicle Upﬁtting Summit.

This Annual Conference offers Work Truck Industry Professionals the chance to:

. Preview Commercial Vehicle Updates

. Engage with OEM Engineers on critical upﬁtting issues

. Learn about changes to powertrains, electrical systems, chassis structures and other vehicle systems

. Speak directly with chassis OEM technical representatives and product specialists

For more information, contact NTEA: Phone: 800/441-6832

Fax: 248/489-8590 Email: info@ntea.com

EQUIPMENT EXPOSITION

https://www.equipexposition.com/

Dates: October 15 – 18, 2024

(Tuesday, October 15 – Welcome Reception 6:30 PM – 9 PM at Churchill Downs)

*No Trade Show on Tuesday, October 15 Exhibit Hall starting Wednesday, October 16

Place: Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC) 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209-1398

Phone: 1-502/367-5000 (https://kyexpo.org/)

Description: The ‘Equip Expo’ Difference

Make just one trip to Equip Expo and you will ﬁnd a breakthrough for your business.

We pride ourselves on being the home of innovative products and some of the most well-known brands in the industry. Go hands-on demo mode in our 30-Acre Outdoor Demo Yard to test products for yourself or visit the indoor exhibits to get your questions answered. Gather with Equip Expo attendees on Thursday afternoon for an honest conversation with contractors working in the ﬁeld. Louisville – it’s easy to get to. It’s easy to navigate. And it is home to over 90 attractions, 17,000 hotel rooms and 2,500 restaurants. Our team invites you to see and enjoy everything our host city has to offer!

Contact Information:

Email: info@equipexposition.com or exhibitsales@equipexposition.com Phone: 844/770-2963 or 502/536-7050