Western 8, April 21, 2024 by Construction Equipment Guide

LYP Tackles Grade-Separated Interchange

By Irwin Rapoport CEG CORRESPONDENT

Texas-based general contractor Larry Young Paving (LYP) is making steady progress and will deliver the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) SH 6 and FM 2 Intersection Project in Grimes County this upcoming winter.

The work began in November 2021, south of the city of Navasota, and consists of constructing new frontage roads, lowering the elevation of SH 6 at the intersection of FM 2, building an overpass for FM 2 over SH 6 and replacing two SH 6 bridges over Beason Creek. The project will improve safety for motorists. While other work continues, the bridges have been constructed. However, at this point they are not open to traffic.

“The project is replacing the current standard crossover with a grade-separated interchange,” said Colwell. “This design will no longer allow traffic to directly enter the high-speed intersection without using an on/off ramp to merge into traffic.”

The right-of-way width varies from 210 ft. to 450 ft., according to TxDOT. The entrance and exit ramps will have a 14-ft. lane with 4-ft. inside and 6-ft. outside shoulders. Right turn lanes will be provided at the intersections with FM 2. The

Texas-based general contractor Larry Young Paving is lowering the elevation of SH 6 at the intersection of FM 2, building an overpass and replacing two bridges over Beason Creek in Bryan County, Texas. Larry Young Paving photo

Project Progress

So far, Larry Young Paving has completed SH

Bridging the

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

Hours after the Frances Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed, there was already talk about rebuilding. The Biden administration pledged $60 million toward reconstruction, but projections have the bottom line at more than $400 million. How soon can commuters, shippers and commercial enterprises expect a new structure in place? The word is it will take years. The stories behind other notable bridge collapses, and their subsequent rebuilds, serve as a gauge of just how long a major rebuild can take.

two bridges at Beason Creek are being replaced on their current alignment at a higher elevation.

6 Northbound and Southbound bridges over Beason Creek. The remaining work consists of shifting traffic to the newly constructed frontage roads, excavating the area where FM 2 currently

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8 WORLD OF ASPHALT 2024 SHATTERS RECORDS IN NASHVILLE

Asphalt and aggregates professionals convened in Nashville for the largest World of Asphalt and AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo in the show’s history. Running March 25 to 27, 2024, the show set new records.

10 VOLVO VNR ELECTRIC TRUCKS SUPPORT SOCAL FLEET OPERATORS

Two Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric trucks will be utilized to launch the pilot ONE Electric Truck Program, which offers small drayage fleets in Southern California a free three-month lease on the zero-tailpipe emission Volvo VNR Electric trucks.

10 KOBELCO NAMES BIGGE CRANE AND RIGGING AS NEW DEALER

Bigge Crane and Rigging, the leading crane rental and sales company in the United States, has been selected by Kobelco as the exclusive representative of its crawler cranes in Colorado and Utah.

14 ‘AEM MANUFACTURING EXPRESS’ SET TO HIT ROAD THIS SUMMER

AEM announced it will hit the road this summer for an unprecedented initiative to tell the story of the U.S. equipment manufacturing industry and celebrate the 2.3 million men and women who help build, power and feed the world.

18 AED CHALLENGES CARB’S ‘ADVANCED CLEAN FLEET’ RULE

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) filed suit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California challenging the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) “Advanced Clean Fleets” rulemaking.

18 ARTBA CEO MAKES STATEMENT ON GHG MANDATE OVERTURNING

Federal Courts in both Texas and Kentucky have now ruled that theFHWA lacks the statutory authority to impose a Biden administration greenhouse gas (GHG) performance mandate on state transportation departments.

20 RAM ANNOUNCES DATES, NEW LOCATION FOR BEST COURSE

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21 LEEBOY CELEBRATES 60TH ANNIVERSARY IN LINCOLNTON, N.C.

Since 1964, the Lee family has been building and delivering products for the commercial asphalt industry. In 2024, LeeBoy marked its 60th year in business on March 20, 2024, with a celebration at its facility in Lincolnton, N.C.

32 BOMAG NAMES BILL NITTINGER ITS NEW DIRECTOR

In his new role, Nittinger will be responsible for developing and implementing sales strategy, dealer development, and working with BOMAG territory managers and dealers throughout the region to grow the brand and market share.

KEVIN O’CONNOR OF ‘THIS OLD HOUSE’ TO DELIVER KEYNOTE AT EQUIP EXPO

This Old House host and home improvement expert Kevin O’Connor will deliver the keynote address, sponsored by Kress, at Equip Exposition this fall, focusing on energizing those who attend the trade show.

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World of Asphalt 2024 Shatters Records in Nashville

Arecord number of asphalt and aggregates professionals convened in Nashville for the largest World of Asphalt and AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo in the show’s history. Running March 25 to 27, 2024, the show set new records in both attendance and square footage.

More than 15,800 industry professionals took in the three-day event in the Music City, exploring more than 440 exhibitors and 120 educational sessions. This is a 38 percent increase in attendance, shattering the previous record of 11,400 set in 2022.

The exhibit floor encompassed more than 207,000 sq. ft. of the Music City Center; a 14,000 ft.-increase compared to 2022’s event in the same space.

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Elliot Machine Works manufactures mobile service equipment. (L-R) are Jaron Pollock, Doug Denero and Steven Howell.

Stéphane Guillon (L), director of marketing and communications of FAYAT Group; and Brian Bieller, president of BOMAG Americas.

Officials cut the ribbon to mark the opening of the show.

This year’s exhibit floor space totaled more than 207,000 sq. ft. — a substantial increase over the last World of Asphalt show.

As is usually the case, the Caterpillar exhibit had major crowd appeal.

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Trout River Industries’ Kevin Pineau (L) and Dwayne Moore chat about how the company’s trailers can solve different asphalt needs.

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Volvo VNR Electric Trucks Support SoCal Fleet Operators

The ONE Electric Truck Program was developed by Ocean Network Express (North America) Inc. (ONE), a global container shipping company that services the Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach, to facilitate the transition to zeroemission vehicles for small drayage fleets which are essential to the operation of the ports.

Volvo Trucks North America customer BoxLinks (member of LX Pantos) is ONE’s regional partner and purchased the two Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric trucks. BoxLinks will manage the leasing contract and operations on the program that will provide small fleets the opportunity to experience the benefits of the battery-electric truck and determine if it is an operational fit for their fleet prior to making a purchase decision.

“At Volvo Trucks North America, we’re excited about the transformative potential of electromobility. Our collaboration with BoxLinks and the ONE Electric Truck Program is a significant step in this direction,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America. “The Volvo VNR Electric trucks represent a total transportation solution, backed by an electromobility ecosystem of support. This unique initiative is about more than just expanding the adoption of electric trucks; it’s about supporting smaller fleets in their understanding of what the transition to zero emissions vehicles entails so that they can also prepare to drive

the industry towards a more sustainable future.”

The ONE Electric Truck Program will manage the short-term rentals of electric trucks that are inclusive of charging, insurance and the vehicle lease agreement. This comprehensive package is designed to make the transition to electric vehicles as seamless as possible for both independent operators and small fleets.

Maintenance will be handled by Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle Dealer TEC Equipment — La Mirada and covered under the Volvo Gold Contract.

The Volvo Gold Contract, Volvo Trucks’ premier service offering for the VNR Electric, is a turn-key solution that allows customers to have operational peace of mind with electric vehicles. The service offering includes scheduled and preventative maintenance, towing and vehicle repair including the vehicle’s lithium-ion batteries to maximize peak vehicle uptime, performance and productivity.

This innovative new program will deploy two enhanced Volvo VNR Electric trucks that feature a six-battery pack configuration with a total battery capacity of 565 kWh. The battery-electric truck offers up to a 250kW DC charge rate that can achieve an 80 percent charge in about 90 minutes. The Volvo VNR Electric is an ideal solution for drayage applications due to their limited daily mileage, predictable routes and efficiency during idle time.

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facilitates easy loading and unloading in tight spaces, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

The deployment of Volvo VNR Electric trucks at the Port of Los Angeles marks a significant stride towards sustainable freight transportation. The battery-electric trucks not only reduce emissions but also enhance driver comfort, especially during the hot summer months. Drivers can utilize the Volvo VNR Electric truck’s electric HVAC system to run air conditioning while waiting to be loaded or unloaded to adhere to the no-

idle zone regulations within the port or run heat during cold weather deliveries and pickups. The Volvo VNR Electric truck also features standard heated and ventilated seats with a lumbar back cycler. This ensures a more comfortable environment for drivers and demonstrates Volvo Trucks’ commitment to creating innovative solutions that prioritize both environmental sustainability and driver well-being in the demanding logistics industry.

The ONE Electric Truck Program also includes charging at Forum Mobility’s charging depot at the Port of Long Beach, conveniently located at 260 Pico Avenue, next to the terminals. Forum Mobility is building a network of charging depots around California’s busiest ports, and along common trucking routes to warehouse destinations. This network offers a onestop solution that makes it easy for carriers servicing marine terminals to access battery-electric trucks.

The two Volvo VNR Electric trucks were funded in part by CARB’s Hybrid and ZeroEmission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). The goal of HVIP is to accelerate the adoption of cleaner transport solutions by providing financial incentives for the purchase of hybrid and zero-emission vehicles. The ONE Electric Truck Program aligns with the HVIP program goals of supporting fleets in adopting zero-emission vehicles.

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Kobelco Names Bigge Crane and Rigging as New Dealer

Bigge Crane and Rigging, the leading crane rental and sales company in the United States, has been selected by Kobelco as the exclusive representative of its crawler cranes in Colorado and Utah. As the authorized dealer of Kobelco in these regions, Bigge has renewed its commitment to bringing the latest crane technology and Perfect Fleet equipment to the heavy-lifting and construction industries.

Bigge’s long-standing history as the nation’s leading crane sales organization aligns seamlessly with Kobelco’s reputation for producing high-quality crawler cranes. This partnership opens up new avenues for customers in Colorado and Utah to access the nation's largest crawler crane fleet for rental and sale.

“Bigge is excited about the continued evolution of our partnership with Kobelco,” said Zack Ganzell, director of equipment sales of Bigge Crane and Rigging Co. “Our new dealership status in Colorado and Utah will improve customers' access to high-quality Kobelco

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Since 1916, Bigge Crane and Rigging Co. has been the premier provider of best-in-class cranes. Bigge offers crane rentals, cranes for sale, crane parts, and specialized heavy lift equipment to customers across America. With headquarters in California and Texas, Bigge operates a strategic network of over 20 service locations nationwide, allowing them to provide logistical and field support throughout the United States. Bigge actively buys and sells new and quality used cranes and maintains a rental fleet of more than 1,800 assets. Safety, teamwork, results, innovation, and passion are central to Bigge's core values. Bigge continues to lead the crane industry into the 21st century with generations of combined experience in the crane and rigging industry. 

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‘AEM Manufacturing Express’ Set to Hit Road This Summer

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced that it will hit the road this summer for an unprecedented initiative to tell the story of the U.S. equipment manufacturing industry and celebrate the 2.3 million men and women who help build, power and feed the world.

The “AEM Manufacturing Express” will launch on July 1, 2024, at Weiler Inc. in Knoxville, Iowa, and travel across the country through October when it will wrap up with a finale event at Komatsu in Milwaukee, Wis. The tour will visit more than 20 states, with stops planned at more than 80 equipment manufacturers in communities across the Midwest, Southeast and MidAtlantic.

Participating manufacturers include iconic companies such as AGCO Corporation, CNH Industrial, Caterpillar Inc., Cummins Inc., Deere & Company, Komatsu, Kubota, The Toro Company, Vermeer Corporation and Volvo Group.

The full route is available on the tour’s official website: www.manufacturingexpress.org.

“The ‘AEM Manufacturing Express’ will hit the road this year to celebrate the equipment manufacturing industry and highlight its vital role in building a modern and resilient infrastructure, putting food on people’s tables, and powering vital public services and utilities,” said AEM President Megan Tanel.

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Elected officials will join manufacturing workers and their friends and families along the route as the “AEM Manufacturing Express” celebrates the industry’s many contributions to small towns and big cities across the country. Each stop will feature the interactive game, thought leadership, giveaways, food and entertainment to tell the story of equipment manufacturing in America, while also highlighting the policies that will strengthen the industry.

“Hitting the road during a critical election year, the ‘AEM Manufacturing Express’ provides us with the opportunity to engage manufacturing workers in the political process, connect with elected officials and candidates, and keep our industry front and center,” said Kip Eideberg, AEM’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. “Harnessing the voices and stories of our member companies, we will leverage our fiercely bipartisan approach to advocacy to advance policies that will strengthen the economy and move our industry forward.”

“Behind every piece of equipment is a story, and we are excited to tell the stories of the 2.3 million men and women of our industry and highlight how their grit, determination, and can-do spirit have been pivotal to the American way of life.”

The centerpiece of the “AEM Manufacturing Express” tour is an interactive game designed to showcase the cuttingedge technology and innovations that power modern equipment and test players’ knowledge about the innovative tech-

The “AEM Manufacturing Express” would not be possible without the strong support from member companies, who are opening their manufacturing facilities to host this groundbreaking initiative. Triple Crown Products is the official apparel sponsor, outfitting AEM Manufacturing Express staff throughout the tour, and DuraMark Technologies is the official decal sponsor, providing design and production of graphic materials for the tour. 

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ARTBA CEO Makes Statement On GHG Mandate Overturning AED Files Suit to Challenge ‘Advanced Clean Fleet’ Rule

AED is one of two plaintiffs in the legal action, along with the American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce (AmFree).

The suit challenges California’s “Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF)” regulation. The ACF regulation requires fleet operators to phase out their internal-combustion trucks and replace them with zero-emission trucks, starting in 2024.

“AED members supply and service the equipment critical to our nation’s construction, agriculture, forestry, industrial and energy sectors,” said Brian P. McGuire, AED president and CEO. “We cannot sit on the sidelines as California exceeds its legal authority and businesses are forced to adopt products that aren’t readily available in the marketplace.”

Equipment dealers have expressed great concern with the rule, particularly as it relates to service and delivery trucks, as well as the cost increases and equipment delivery delays that will ensue. Technology is not ready, the charging infrastructure does not exist and the availability, reliability and cost of zero-emission trucks are a significant burden. Most importantly, CARB has exceeded its legal authority in promulgating the ACF mandate. The rule will have ramifications across the country, as well as internationally. A carve out in the Clean Air Act allows California to not only adopt environmental rules more stringent than the federal government, but also permits others states to emulate the Golden State. There are many jurisdictions eager to imitate the Advanced Clean Fleets rule and other similar California mandates. Consequently, this suit is critical to both cease illegal regulatory overreach in California and to prevent it from proliferating across the country, and North America. 

Federal Courts in both Texas and Kentucky have now ruled that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) lacks the statutory authority to impose a Biden administration greenhouse gas (GHG) performance mandate on state transportation departments. The rulings invalidate the FHWA regulation, affirming that states have the autonomy to pursue their own environmental policies when it comes to GHG emissions.

While the federal government may choose to appeal the rulings or deploy other legal strategies, the new regulation will not take effect as FHWA had planned.

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) and Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America filed joint legal briefs Feb. 16 in both courts supporting 22 states challenging FHWA’s imposition of a requirement that congressional leaders purposely excluded during negotiations leading to passage of the landmark 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

In reaction to the court rulings, ARTBA

“The Courts’ rulings are a meaningful step to halt new and expanded federal regulations that are diluting the impact of the landmark Bipartisan Infrastructure Law…”

President and CEO Dave Bauer said:

“The Courts’ rulings are a meaningful step to halt an array of new and expanded federal regulations that are diluting the impact of the landmark Bipartisan Infrastructure Law by increasing costs and delaying project delivery.

“The decisions also uphold one of the law’s fundamental principles: that states should decide how to pursue transportation solutions that meet their unique needs with a minimum of interference from Washington, D.C.”

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RAM Announces Dates, New Location for BEST Course

RAM Inc. photo RAM Inc. announced its premier Blasting and Explosives Safety Training (BEST) Course will be held from Sept. 10 to 12, 2024, at the Crazy Horse Memorial in Crazy Horse, S.D.

RAM Inc. announced its premier Blasting and Explosives Safety Training (BEST) Course will be held from Sept. 10 to 12, 2024. All 2024 sessions will be conducted exclusively at the Crazy Horse Memorial in Crazy Horse, S.D. Field trips to the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mt. Rushmore are included during the two-and-a-half-day conference.

Led by instructors with decades of practical experience in their respective fields, the BEST Course instructs attendees on explosives regulations, safety and application as well as hazard recognition, accident prevention and new product introductions related to explosives and face profiling. Diving deep into safe handling of explosives, it emphasizes hazard recognition posed by deteriorated explosives.

gram, BEST Course instruction provides a sharp focus on the advancement of safe handling of hazardous materials.

“In the mining industry, recognizing the hazard is key to advancing safety at the workplace,” said Robert McClure, president of RAM Inc. and BEST Course facilitator and instructor. “Our BEST Course delivers the opportunity to improve the recognition and handling of hazardous situations, so everyone can go home safely every day.”

Those attending the 2024 BEST Course receive:

• updated explosives regulations from BATFE, MSHA and U.S. Department of Transportation

• thorough safety instructions for commercial explosives and blasting

RAM Inc.’s BEST sessions are developed specifically for explosives engineers, drillers, field crews, safety personnel, D&B engineers and others working with explosives. Course topics offer value to all professionals with varied experience levels — from individuals with decades in the field to those just entering the explosives industry — and the valuable lessons learned help attendees to comply with state and federal regulations.

The premier continuing educational pro-

• electronic blasting systems and supporting technologies updates

• hazard recognition of deteriorated explosives

• 20 continuing education hours, course manual and certificate

• tours of Crazy Horse Memorial and Mt. Rushmore

Attendees registering for the course before July 31, 2024, will receive an early registration discount.

For more information and to register, visit ramets.com.

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LeeBoy Hosts 60th Anniversary Celebration at Its Facility

Since 1964, the Lee family has been building and delivering products for the commercial asphalt industry.

In 2024, LeeBoy is marking its 60th year in business and on March 20, 2024, the company held a celebration at its U.S. manufacturing facility in Lincolnton, N.C.

BR Lee developed the first self-propelled commercial paver in 1970. That Model 500 featured three patents — for its tilt hopper, its hydraulic extensions and its under-auger cutoff gates — and opened the door to profitable commercial paving for thousands of paving contractors, according to LeeBoy.

BR’s son, Mike Lee, is still involved in the business today. He has

seen the company grow and change in many ways over the years but listening to their customers on how they can help them improve their business performance has always been a priority at LeeBoy, he said.

“I’ve seen a lot of hard work over the years to get LeeBoy to where it is today,” Lee added. “We are continuously making our products better, faster and more reliable for our customers and dealers. We value feedback from our customers to build and deliver the best products.”

From humble beginnings in BR’s garage where he built one drag box, the company has invested heavily in its own operations over the years.

The ST Engineering executive team flew in to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of LeeBoy at its U.S. manufacturing facility in Lincolnton, N.C.

Teo Ming Kian is chairman of the board of ST Engineering.

LeeBoy photo LeeBoy held a celebration of its 60th anniversary at its U.S. manufacturing facility in Lincolnton, N.C.

LeeBoy pavers are ready to be shipped to a dealer near you.

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“LeeBoy’s mission is to improve our customers’ lives and livelihood,” said Shannon Seymour, president and CEO of LeeBoy. “We aim to produce the most productive, reliable and easy-to-use equipment in the industry. We listen to the voice of the customer through our dealers, through sales and service associates and directly at our factory proving grounds.”

LeeBoy also has also been an innovator in its equipment development, improving models with customer requests and as the needs of the industry have changed, the company said. To do this, LeeBoy has vastly improved its internal processes to be able to achieve the needs of its customers.

“LeeBoy has invested heavily in manufacturing operations,” Seymour added. “We have grown from a lean and scrappy, yet effective business, into a more structured organization with documented processes and procedures. We also view service parts fulfillment as a key element in keeping our customers up and running, which keeps them buying LeeBoy equipment.”

Throughout the years, the company has transformed through strategic team hiring and development, reaffirming the LeeBoy name as a valued partner in the industry, the company said.

“In 2001, LeeBoy hired the first group of engineers to assist in creating drawings to develop higher quality parts to make our machines function at peak performance,” said Mark Bolick, general manager of Product Support of LeeBoy. “Over the last 15 years, our engineering team has vastly improved documentation for equipment and parts manuals to ensure that our products continue to be the leaders of the commercial asphalt paving industry.”

LeeBoy has advanced in service processes and operations

to avoid machine down time for customers.

“Five years ago, the field service representatives were relocated into the manufacturing facility, forming the Rapid Response team as we know today,” Bolick added. “This team is dedicated service support for our dealers. LeeBoy Rapid Response along with our certified service schools, help our dealer technicians know more about our products, which allows them to make faster repairs for the end users.”

While much has changed over the years at LeeBoy, the feeling of family is something that has remained the same and those relationships will continue to drive success for the business and its customers, the company said.

“The close-knit feeling that emerged from the Lee family business years ago, still exists today with our customers and dealers,” Bolick said. “We continue to introduce our valued business partners to the latest trends and technology to outpace the competition. Our customers are the backbone to our

success and we will always continue to build our equipment with the paving professional in mind.”

And, according to the company, while the past 60 years at LeeBoy have been full of success and growth, the company is showing no signs of slowing down — and no plans in changing how it has always put the needs of their customers first.

“The future success of LeeBoy is dependent on the high level of dedication and commitment we provide to our dealers and customers,” said Bryce Davis, director of sales of LeeBoy. “As we continue to listen to feedback from the field, top quality products are being manufactured, resulting in more profitability.”

The company is investing heavily in research and development around new products and innovations. LeeBoy said it remains at the forefront of the industry when adapting its machines for impending regulations that may impact its customers and the company currently manufactures four electric-powered machines and will continue to innovate as the industry demands.

“Our product development team as well as our sales and service support team are stronger than ever, enabling record production capacity,” said Seymour. “And each day, we are looking for ways to be better. We are never satisfied and will continuously innovate and improve to provide the best paving solutions to the paving contractor.”

LeeBoy will be celebrating its 60th anniversary throughout the year and the company said it looks forward to seeing customers at its events and on job sites to share stories of their own.  CEG

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The Rosco RB50 E-Broom is Level 3 DC fast-charging enabled and is compatible with EV charging stations and battery trailers.

More than 450 of the team members were treated to a wonderful BBQ lunch as a sign of appreciation.

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LeeBoy launched its all-electric Rosco RB50 Broom with the ST Engineering executive team during the event.

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The 60th anniversary event was a big success.

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LeeBoy served lunch for all attendees of its 60th anniversary celebration in Lincolnton, N.C.

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Schertz, TX 210-732-2131

Manor, TX 512-272-8200

Waller, TX 936-525-9949

PacWest Machinery

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Spokane, WA 509-534-5933

Pasco, WA 509-547-5933

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Portland, OR 503-252-5933

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Billings, MT 406-245-3188

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Great Falls, MT 406-452-9551

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Trimble’s New Roadworks Extends Functionality of Paving Control System

Trimble announced the availability of the Trimble Roadworks Paving Control Platform for Mills and Cold Planers, extending the functionality of Trimble’s next-generation, 3D paving control system.

Trimble Roadworks for Mills and Cold Planers runs on an Android operating system and enables operators to precisely control cutting depth of the mill or cold planer, according to project design.

The intuitive system allows operators to meet the most demanding specs on the most complex projects, minimizing over-cutting and creating a smoother surface on airport runways, highways, racetracks and other projects that require optimum smoothness. The 3D design is displayed to the machine operator showing areas that are on, above or below ideal grade, comparing the actual drum position and slope with the digital design. The platform automatically guides the milling drum to cut the ideal depth and slope without string lines or manual adjustments.

Roadworks for milling and cold planing takes both the guesswork and the re-work out of milling, making it easy for operators to mill precisely to a 3D design elevation. The benefits of this extend throughout the entire paving process, creating less work for pavers, decreasing asphalt usage, and increasing overall surface smoothness.”

The milling and cold planing software features the same user interface as existing Trimble Roadworks applications, with intuitive graphics, natural interactions and gestures, and self-discovery features, shortening training time for operators. The system is compatible with Trimble WorksManager software, which manages data transfer and tracks construction technology equipment across job sites, and with Trimble Business Center software, which is used to create 3D milling plans and comprehensive quality and production reports.

Availability

“Complex paving projects such as airport runways and heavily-traveled highways have some of the tightest specifications in the construction industry,” said Kevin Garcia, general manager of Civil Specialty Solutions at Trimble. “Trimble

Trimble Roadworks for Mills and Cold Planers is available now for customers worldwide through the SITECH distributor channel. For more information, visit civilconstruction.trimble.com/roadworks-milling. 

Dynapac Introduces Seismic Technology for Asphalt Compaction at WOA 2024

At World of Asphalt, Dynapac introduced its Seismic technology for asphalt compaction.

The intelligent Seismic Asphalt system improves compaction performance significantly compared to conventional compaction carried out at a fixed frequency, according to the manufacturer.

Seismic Asphalt automatically detects the optimum compaction frequency and continuously adjusts it accordingly. Due to the Seismic Asphalt system, Dynapac can offer an increase in efficiency and lower cost of ownership from fuel savings and less wear-and-tear on the roller.

Traditional double drum vibratory rollers deliver a rapid succession of impacts to the surface at a frequency that is either pre-set at a high or low amplitude or at a frequency that is adjusted manually. Seismic Asphalt from Dynapac does it differently. Since the drums and the material act

as one dynamic system, several benefits can be found from the system’s natural resonance frequency. By compacting at the natural frequency of the asphalt mat, Seismic Asphalt avoids double-jumping of the drum and losing any compaction effort.

Seismic Asphalt automatically determines the optimal drum vibration frequency for the compacted material, constantly monitors the variations of the asphalt layer, and automatically adjusts to changing temperature conditions. The operator no longer has to manually set the frequency or guess what asphalt material type or frequency should be used at any given time. By using the pre-set on the speed limiter, a constant speed and optimal compaction is ensured, thus allowing the operator to focus on meeting the compaction requirements.

Dynapac’s well-renowned tools such as Dynapac Compaction Meter and Dyn@lyzer ensure that these requirements are met. It will be a standard feature for the CC2200VI-CC6200VI and the CO2200VI-CO6200VI roller ranges. For more information, visit https://dynapac.com/us-en/. 

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By compacting at the natural frequency of the asphalt mat, Seismic Asphalt avoids double-jumping of the drum and losing any compaction effort.

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Integrated directly into the roller's hydraulics during production, Guardman technology detects objects and personnel not just behind the machine, but also in front, automatically slowing or stopping the roller to prevent collisions.

SAKAI America Introduces Its Newest Equipment at World of Asphalt 2024 Show

SAKAI America introduced two groundbreaking machines at World of Asphalt 2024.

The first production SW884ND 79-in. asphalt roller featuring Guardman safety technology:

• Guardman goes beyond basic proximity sensors. Integrated directly into the roller’s hydraulics during production, it detects objects and personnel not just behind the machine, but also in front, automatically slowing or stopping the roller to prevent collisions.

• This intelligent system functions in various conditions, including near walls, at night, and even through dust and steam.

• Notably, this model boasts both front and

rear detection/braking, unlike smaller SAKAI Guardman models that solely rely on rearward monitoring due to their size and improved visibility.

A prototype electric walk-behind double drum roller co-developed with Honda:

• This innovative roller utilizes Honda’s Mobile Power Pack e system, a removable and swappable lithium-ion battery system. This eliminates “charge anxiety” as batteries can be conveniently swapped on-site and charged during off-hours without needing to move the entire machine.

For more information visit www.SakaiAmerica.com. 

(Photos courtesy of SAKAI)

A prototype electric walk-behind double drum roller co-developed with Honda utilizes Honda’s Mobile Power Pack e system, a removable and swappable lithium-ion battery system.

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BOMAG Names New Director

BOMAG Americas announced that Bill Nittinger has joined the sales team as the director of dealer channel sales, western region and Canada.

Joining the BOMAG Americas team marks a return to OEM sales for Nittinger, who brings 36 years of experience to the position. Most recently, he worked as operations manager for an independent heavy equipment distributor. He also spent 10 years in sales with two larger heavy equipment dealerships, working as operations manager and a sales manager, where he had responsibility for both retail and rental business while growing the dealership’s profitability.

marketing for BOMAG Americas said,

“Beyond his decades of working on both the OEM and dealership sides of the business, Bill also has more than 16 years of experience in retail and wholesale finance. His enthusiasm for the business plus his wealth of experience will help drive his success for BOMAG and our dealers in this region. We are excited to have him join the BOMAG team.”

Nittinger also offers 10 years OEM experience in the road building industry, working in sales for another road building equipment manufacturer.

Speaking on Nittinger’s appointment, Cole Renken, vice president of sales and

Nittinger added that he is excited to be back in the road building industry where he worked alongside family members during his time with another OEM.

“Working with my dad and brothers helped me to develop a passion for road building. Additionally, my experience at the dealership level gave me a better understanding of the tools our dealers need to be successful with their business models. BOMAG is a quality company with quality equipment, and I’m anxious to do my part to help customers get the most out of BOMAG equipment and technology.”

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

Bill Nittinger

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2449 Manana Dr. Dallas, TX 75220 (214) 352-2468

(214) 352-2468 (817) 847-5894 (903) 597-6641

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Tyler, TX (903) 597-6641 BEE EQUIPMENT SALES LTD.

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Baton Rouge, LA (225) 291-3750

San Diego, CA 92111 (858) 278-8351

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Broussard, LA (337) 837-9481

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Covington, LA (985) 893-3005

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eet 111 (337) 430-3045

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Monroe, LA (318) 343-8787

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COOPER EQUIPMENT CO.

www.cooperequip.com

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5210 N Loop 1604 E San Antonio, TX 78247 (210) 657-5151

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6532 East Highway Rhome, TX 7607 (817) 708-9108

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Past Span Repairs Offer Insight Into Key Bridge Timeline

Fern Hollow Bridge, Pittsburgh, 2022

On Jan. 28, 2022, the 49-year-old Fern Hollow Bridge collapsed, injuring 10 people. Under the deck, a 16-in. natural gas pipeline was severed.

Local residents were evacuated after reports of a massive gas leak. Officials shut down gas lines in the area within a half hour of the collapse.

Contracts for a replacement bridge were awarded without bid because of the emergency declaration.

Building a new rigid K-frame bridge was not practical because of steel lead times of more than 18 months.

Construction of a three-span continuous composite prestressed concrete I-beam bridge was to start in late April 2022, in sections. Design changes to match the aesthetic of nearby Frick Park and the adjacent neighborhoods pushed the start back to May 9, 2022.

The replacement bridge was structurally complete by December 2022. It opened to traffic on Dec. 21, 2022, with a single lane in each direction.

Work continued into spring 2023 to complete the full bridge design. The structure officially reopened on July 7, 2023.

I-35W Mississippi River Bridge, Minneapolis, 2007

On Aug.1, 2007, during rush hour, the central span of the I35W Mississippi River Bridge suddenly gave way, followed by its adjoining spans.

The structure and deck collapsed into the river and onto the riverbanks below. The south section topped 81 ft.; northern sections fell into a rail yard.

It was decided that replacement of the collapsed bridge would cross at the same location as the original. Due to the highway’s function as a vital commuter and trucking link, the span was constructed on an accelerated schedule.

MnDOT announced on Sept. 19, 2007, that Flatiron Constructors and Manson Construction Co. would build the replacement bridge.

The new I-35W Saint Anthony Falls Bridge was opened to the public on Sept. 18, 2008.

The design-build project delivery method was utilized on this project, resulting in the bridge’s opening three months ahead of schedule.

I-10 Twin Span Bridge, New Orleans, 2005

After Hurricane Katrina on Aug. 29, 2005, the Twin Spans were damaged extensively when the rising storm surge pulled bridge segments off their piers.

The eastbound span was missing 38 segments; another 170 were misaligned, while the westbound span was missing 26 segments; 265 were misaligned.

The damage to the Twin Spans and to U.S. Route 90 to the east left only one route into New Orleans from the east.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development (DOTD) accepted a bid on Sept. 9, 2005, to reconstruct the bridges.

The reconstruction project started with the less damaged westbound span. Phase 1 was to reestablish two-way traffic on the eastbound span within 45 days. Scavenged bridge segments from the westbound span were used to fill in the gaps in the eastbound span.

On Oct. 10, 2005, the east span was reopened to traffic with one lane in each direction. The 43-day contract was completed 15 days ahead of schedule.

Phase 2 of the project, concurrent with Phase 1, involved repairs to the westbound span. Prefab steel bridge spans were used in two areas. The steel spans replaced both destroyed segments and those segments used on the eastbound span.

The west span reopened on Jan. 6, 2006, returning four lanes of traffic to flow once again.

The prefabricated steel segments required both a 45-mileper-hour speed limit and weight restrictions on the westbound span. Additionally, the span was closed periodically for maintenance work, which was covered by Phase 3 of the original contract.

Following the Katrina damage, it was decided the old Twin Spans were too vulnerable to storm surge.

The long-term solution was two new taller spans. Ground broke on July 13, 2006, to build two new bridges 300 ft. east of the old spans.

This project constructed two three-lane bridges 30 ft. above the surface of Lake Pontchartrain, with an 80-ft. high rise.

I-40 Bridge, Webber Falls, Oklahoma, 2002

The I-40 bridge collapse in Webbers Falls, Okla., occurred on May 26, 2002, when barges on the Arkansas River collided with a pier supporting the bridge.

The failure of the supports that resulted from the collision caused a section of the bridge to collapse.

An estimated 20,000 vehicles per day were rerouted for approximately two months while crews rebuilt the bridge. Traffic resumed July 29, 2002.

The fact that it required just two months from disaster to reopening set a new national record for a project of this scope, normally approximately six months.

Queen Isabella Memorial Bridge, Port Isabel, Texas, 2001

On Sept. 15, 2001, four loaded barges crashed into one of the Queen Isabella Causeway bridge’s support columns.

The collision caused two 80-ft. spans to fall into the river, leaving a 160-ft. gap in the roadway near the highest point of the causeway.

Because the causeway is the only road connecting the island to the mainland, the impact of the accident was significant. The bridge also carried electricity lines and fresh water to the island. State officials brought in ferries to temporarily carry cars across the Laguna Madre.

In addition to the three toppled bridge sections, two adjacent also were replaced because of structural damage.

The causeway was reopened on Nov. 21, 2001, with several safety features added to the structure. The support columns were reinforced, and a $900,000 fiber optic collapse warning system was installed.

Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Tampa, 1980

The southbound span of the original bridge was destroyed on May 9, 1980, when the 606-ft. freighter MV Summit Venture collided with a support column. This took place during a sudden squall, causing the catastrophic failure of more than 1,200 ft. of the span.

The main support pier nearest to the channel withstood the strike with only minor damage. However, a secondary support pier just to the south was not designed to withstand such an impact and failed catastrophically.

This failure resulted in the entire center of the southbound span collapsing at 7:38 a.m.

While the state considered replacement proposals, the undamaged northbound span was converted back to a twolane, two-way bridge.

Ideas for the new structure included construction of a tunnel, deemed impractical, and a simple reconstruction of the broken section of the old bridge.

That, however, would not widen the narrow shipping lane. Gov. Bob Graham’s idea to build a “signature” cable-stayed bridge won out.

The design featured a span that would be 50 percent wider than that of the old Skyway Bridge. The channel would be marked by a 1⁄4 mi.-long series of large concrete barriers. Support piers would be protected by massive concrete “dolphins.”

Construction began in January 1983 with the pounding of pilings for the foundation, and work on the main piers began the following September.

After delays, an opening ceremony was planned for April 30, 1987. The day before, though, the new bridge’s protective bumpers were hit head-on.

The bumpers sustained minor damage and the bridge was unaffected by the impact of the 74-ft. shrimp boat. Opening ceremonies proceeded as scheduled.

Tacoma Narrows Bridge, Tacoma, Washington, 1940

The 1940 Tacoma Narrows Bridge opened to traffic on July 1, 1940, and dramatically collapsed into Puget Sound on Nov. 7 of the same year.

Construction began in September 1938, and from the time the deck was built, it began to move vertically in windy conditions. The motion continued after the bridge opened to the public, despite several damping measures.

The bridge’s main span collapsed in 40-mi.-per-hour winds on the morning of Nov. 7, 1940. The deck oscillated in an alternating twisting motion, which gradually increased in amplitude until the deck tore apart.

Efforts to replace the bridge were delayed by World War II. In 1950, a new Tacoma Narrows Bridge opened in the same location.

The new structure used the original bridge’s tower pedestals and cable anchorages.

The portion of the bridge that fell into the water was transformed into an artificial reef. The replacement bridge was opened to traffic on Oct. 14, 1950, and is 5,979 ft. long, 40 ft. longer than the original.

The new span also has more lanes than the original bridge, which only had two traffic lanes, plus shoulders on both sides.

Half a century later, a second, parallel, suspension bridge was constructed to carry eastbound traffic. The new parallel bridge opened to traffic in July 2007.  CEG

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Kevin O’Connor of ‘This Old House’ to Deliver Keynote for Equip Attendees

Renowned This Old House host and home improvement expert Kevin O’Connor will deliver the keynote address, sponsored by Kress, at Equip Exposition this fall, focusing on energizing the landscapers, contractors, dealers and manufacturers who attend the trade show and helping them identify ways to build their business.

The award-winning trade show, which drew more than 27,000 people last year from all 50 states and 46 countries, will be held Oct. 15 to 18 at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC).

“We’re excited to have Kevin join us this October for Equip — he’s a seasoned contractor and really knows the business. He’s one of us, and he’ll have a great story to share with attendees,” said Kris Kiser, president of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, which owns and manages Equip Exposition. “Registration for the show is now open, so make sure you get your travel booked soon.”

O’Connor said he has profound respect for the professionals who attend Equip.

“The people who run and make these businesses work, who show up every day, who employ and provide and get after it, those are my kind of people,” said O’Connor. He hopes they learn “ways to make their businesses better, ways to get more people into these honorable professions, and learn how to mentor, grow and be more productive day in and day out.”

He also can’t wait to get to the 30acre Outdoor Demo Yard at Equip, where attendees can dig, mow, cut, drive and test drive the latest outdoor power equipment.

“Ask anyone on our This Old House crew and they will tell you I never miss a chance to get into the big machines, to operate and handle all the equipment,” he said. “Doing is learning, and in my case, it is also teaching; teaching our audience to try, to practice, to master. So yes, get me in the seat!”

Trend Spotting

During his keynote address, O’Connor also is expected to address some of the larger trends happening in the industry.

He praises the backyarding trend, which is getting more homeowners to expand their living spaces outside.

“The backyard is the new front

porch,” he added, making the work of landscape contractors and others so important for creating these spaces as people move from formal living spaces to casual outdoor time.

“The outdoor kitchen is hot, and it is only going to get hotter as more products and solutions make this shift more affordable and comfortable. Patios, decks and yards can now have fire, refrigeration, water and lighting and our living space can grow by ten to thirty percent without adding an addition or moving to a new home,” said O’Connor.

And in his work, he sees the importance of landscape industry professionals and the tremendous opportunities available to them, with unprecedented growth and demand for landscaping services.

“Many homeowners have some sense of what goes into a bathroom renovation or a new paint job but very few understand the amount of work neces-

sary to prep the ground, properly grade, manage water, remove trees or bury conduit,” said O’Connor. “Educating homeowners early about the infrastructure necessary and the cost associated with that infrastructure will help avoid misunderstandings and better set expectations.”

He also added, “I think it’s important professionals are honest with homeowners and guide them wisely in their choices. Recommending best-in-class class materials and equipment that will last and perform is important.”

Attendees can register for Equip for the spring savings price of only $25 through May 31, 2024. Prices will go to $30 on June 1 and rise to $60 after Early-Bird Pricing ends on Sept. 5. Registration pricing after Oct. 13 is $120 per person.

For more information, visit equipexposition.com, contact the Equip Exposition office at info@equipexposition.com or call 502/536-7050. 

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DEVELON Launches New, Digital Platform With Iron Telematics Data

An alarm sounded when a DEVELON machine’s fuel level suddenly dropped by 50 percent in just a few minutes. The dealer promptly responded to the alert, determined that someone was stealing fuel from the machine and took action to rectify the situation.

This real example and countless others are reasons why DEVELON dealers and customers are increasingly making use of construction equipment telematics data. As a result of the increased demand, DEVELON introduces the latest iteration of its fleet management system — MY DEVELON: a new digital platform for managing construction equipment.

“Dealers and customers can access and manage the DEVELON construction equipment maintenance and operation data using the MY DEVELON app or on a web browser,” said DEVELON Telematics Manager Stojan Arezina. “Our customers can remotely check the status of their equipment and communicate with their machines by sending certain messages.”

New Features

Some of the newest features now available on the MY DEVELON platform are the ability to download service tools and get personalized quotes for parts for DEVELON equipment.

“We provide a menu for customers to request a quote for DEVELON genuine parts from their local dealer,” he said. “It will be a very useful resource for customers. They can select the parts they want to receive a quote on and send it to their dealer. Additionally, customers can subscribe to our exclusive digital services.”

Increased Telematics Usage

More dealers and customers are utilizing telematics data, according to Arezina, based on data tracked by DEVELON. He said that during ConExpo in 2023, the company successfully showcased the telematics service and how it can benefit customers. Although some customers can be intimidated by the amount of data, Arezina said DEVELON and its dealers are working hard to develop training programs that help educate customers on how to navigate the system. That starts with DEVELON dealers using brief, streamlined training materials, which he said has been very effective with sales specialists.

“When a customer purchases a new machine, our dealership sales specialists provide some basic training about telematics with the customer,” he said. “When the customer leaves with the new machine, the customer has a telematics profile. The customer can log in and start tracking the new machine immediately.”

One of the most popular features of telematics services today, according to Arezina, is the ability to receive codes from machines. Dealers and customers can subscribe to receive notifications when a DEVELON machine requires service. He said this allows dealers to proactively engage with customers and their machines, thereby optimizing uptime protection.

“Our telematics offering helps keep our customers’ machines working the way they were intended,” he said. “Dealers and customers can better remotely monitor machines to ensure they are in good health and can schedule routine maintenance to ensure it’s done when it’s needed.”

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One of the most popular features of telematics services today, according to DEVELON Telematics Manager Stojan Arezina, is the ability to receive codes from machines.

The MY DEVELON digital platform is an expansion of the company’s existing DEVELON Fleet Management telematics offering.

Epiroc Earns Top Workplace Honor

Epiroc USA LLC, a leading provider of innovative mining equipment, announced its receipt of the prestigious 2024 Top Workplaces USA award by Energage and USA Today.

This recognition underscores Epiroc USA’s commitment to cultivating an exceptional work environment centered on its employees, achieved through transformative initiatives and progressive work approaches.

The journey towards this recognition reflects Epiroc USA’s dedication to fostering a culture of excellence and adaptability. As affirmed by its employees’ feedback, the Top Workplaces USA award serves as proof of Epiroc USA’s positive culture and supportive atmosphere, solidifying its position among the elite workplaces in the nation.

employee feedback gathered through an employee engagement survey, issued by Energage.

Jon Torpy, president and general manager at Epiroc USA, said, “We’ve been diligently focused on building a strong company culture for the past four years, and this survey validates

underscoring its excellence in various aspects. These badges recognize Epiroc USA’s standing in the top 5 percent for Open Mindedness, and in the top 25 percent for Innovation, Company Direction, Cross-Team Cooperation, Leaders In-The-Know and Clued-In Employees.

Top Workplaces USA celebrates organizations with 150 or more employees that have built great cultures. Results are calculated by comparing the survey’s research-based statements, including Culture Drivers that are proven to predict high performance against industry benchmarks. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA list are chosen based solely on

that our efforts are paying off across the entire organization. It demonstrates that we’re making progress with the work we’re doing, and this recognition motivates us to continue creating a great workplace environment.”

In addition to the Top Workplaces USA award, Epiroc USA has been distinguished with special culture badges,

Kerry Shoemaker, human resources manager at Epiroc USA, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, “More than 70 percent of our employees participated in this survey and shared their candid feedback. This recognition, along with the special culture badges, mirrors our dedication to fostering a work environment where employees are aligned with common objectives and encouraged to excel. It’s a proud moment for all of us at Epiroc USA.”

The acknowledgment by USA Today and Energage, along with the feature on USATODAY.com, further solidifies Epiroc USA’s standing as a premier employer committed to its workforce’s well-being and success.

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ShoulderMaster, Raised On Blacktop Forge Collaboration in Quality Design

ShoulderMaster announced an exciting marketing collaboration with Raised On Blacktop. The partnership will unite these two brands to deliver specialized equipment tailored for the road construction industry.

ShoulderMaster, an industry trailblazer in designing and manufacturing purpose-built road construction equipment, joins forces with Raised On Blacktop, a leading name in inspiring a new generation of workers in the asphalt industry.

“Partnering with Raised On Blacktop has propelled ShoulderMaster to new heights,” said Craig Pinson, managing director at ShoulderMaster. “Their reputation for innovation and dedication aligns perfectly with our commitment to excellence.”

The official launch of this collaborative endeavor took place on March 25 at World of Asphalt.

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“The success of this year’s event is thanks to the dedication and collaboration of all our teams and partners,” said World of Asphalt Show Director Brittany Schmidtke. “This year’s record-breaking attendance proves the vital role this event plays in the asphalt and aggregates industries.”

World of Asphalt and AGG1 returns in 2025 when the show travels to St. Louis, Mo., March 25 to 27.  CEG

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In the hopper and on the operator’s platform of Piedmont Paving’s newly-purchased LeeBoy 8520C Raised on Blacktop Special Edition paver are (L-R): Brian Hall, LeeBoy; Joshua McGee, Piedmont Paving, Kernersville, N.C.; Raised on Blacktop’s Matt Stanley; Maddie Eaker, Kristi Harris, Kendra Bell and Bryce Davis, all of LeeBoy; and David McGee and Matthew McGee of Piedmont Paving.

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The dynamic forces behind the new Sakai Guardman Auto Brake Assist System built into the SW884ND roller being premiered at the show are Yuki Tsukimoto (L), chairman of Sakai America, and Yuki Kotake, Sakai engineer who spent two years designing and engineering this industry first technology.

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A Roadtec RP-175 gets an up close inspection.

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More Than a Loader: Four Big Jobs for Your Fleet’s Compact Track Loader

Today’s compact track loaders offer unparalleled power and productivity. These machines make the toughest tasks easier on nearly every job site — from forestry and landscaping to construction and agriculture.

With so many options on the market today, it can be easy to overlook opportunities to creatively use the compact track loader you’ve already invested in and operate daily.

What makes a compact track loader particularly versatile is the wide array of attachments available that can transform it for various job site tasks. Using different attachments can provide a costefficient alternative to using dedicated machines on the job site or even purchasing a new machine all together. Additionally, owners of compact track loaders can rent attachments as needed to complete tasks previously done by larger, more expensive machines.

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Removing trees, grinding stumps, clearing overgrown brush and cleaning up debris are some of the toughest jobs out there and it calls for specialized equipment. Operators who leverage Bobcat compact track loaders can choose from a large family of job-specific forestry attachments to make those jobs easier.

By leveraging the root grapple, stump grinder or drum mulcher you can clear roots and overgrowth, reduce stumps to mulch and pulverize trees. Other popular attachments for this type of work include the Brushcat rotary cutter, disc mulcher and flail cutter — which power through thick grass or small trees and brush. Thanks to its array of trusted attachments, minimal size and overall power and mobility — the compact track loader has proven worthy for the most challenging forestry job sites.

Foundation, Concrete Work

With powerful hydraulics and rugged durability, Bobcat compact track loaders are the right machines for tough demolition and foundation work. When it’s time to demolish or build slabs, sidewalks or driveways, operators can take advantage of many different specialized attachments that ensure efficiency, speed and impressive results.

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Larry Young Paving Overhauls Road With New Upgrades

crosses SH 6, constructing the FM 2 bridge and SH 6 main lanes.

While the project has its hurdles, solutions have been developed to allow crews to proceed.

“The project experienced several challenges that are being addressed, such as the construction phasing due to ROW acquisition and utility relocations, poor soil quality, and managing environmental impacts,” said Bob Colwell, a public information officer of TxDOT's Bryan District. “The project phasing was designed so the contractor could begin work without having to wait on TxDOT to finish the ROW acquisition needed for the frontage roads and provide the utility companies time to relocate their utilities. TxDOT and its contractor worked with the communications, water and electrical companies to construct as much of the project as possible without impacting their services as they completed their relocations.

“Another issue being addressed daily is the poor soil quality, which primarily consists of highly plastic clay that is susceptible to moisture and is responsible for many of the pavement failures along SH 6,” he added. “Since most of the earthwork consists of excavation, the contractor will construct a solid foundation for the new roadway. Lastly, drainage through the phases of substantial earthwork presented challenges especially with the numerous large storms that occurred over the course of this project. Poor soil conditions do not allow for vegetation to grow easily even with hydroseeding, so TxDOT and the contractor have installed extra rock filter dams, silt fence, soil retention blankets, and other measures to keep the silt and water runoff to as minimal.”

The construction of the new frontage roads and overpass for FM 2 over SH 6, lowering the elevation of SH 6 at the intersection of FM 2 and replacement of the two SH 6 bridges is based on sequencing the work and maximizing production opportunities.

Colwell pointed out some key sequences:

• Shift NB traffic to SB side — tear down SB bridge and SB lane up to FM 2, rebuild all;

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The project phasing was designed so the contractor could begin work without having to wait on TxDOT to finish the ROW acquisition needed for the frontage roads and provide the utility companies time to relocate their utilities.

• Shift SB traffic to NB side — tear down NB bridge and NB lanes where needed to rebuild NB bridge and NB frontage road; and

• Shift SB traffic to SB frontage, shift NB traffic to NB frontage — tear out intersection and build FM 2 bridge and SH 6 main lanes.

“Phase 1 consisted of reconstructing the SB Beason Creek bridge and the southbound frontage road, as well as constructing temporary pavement to allow the southbound traffic to be shifted to the northbound lanes,” he said. “This was the first step due to the ongoing property acquisition and utility relocations in other areas of the project but led to a reduction in the number of lanes in each direction as the existing road was not wide enough for four lanes in each direction. Since this was a not desirable situation, the contractor worked diligently to complete the southbound bridge and the frontage road as quickly as possible.

“Phase 2 consists of reconstructing the NB Beason Creek bridge and the NB frontage road, including all temporary pavement that allowed northbound traffic to be shifted to the SB lanes,” he added. “This will allow for traffic to flow on either side of the construction that will occur on Phase 3 without impacts to travel time. Phase 3 consists of demolishing the intersection of FM 2 and SH 6, constructing the FM 2 bridge, and lowering the SH 6 main lanes 25 feet. Rebuilding the existing bridges for the traffic switches couldn’t begin on the NB frontage since property had not been fully acquired.”

This also is the case for rebuilding the frontage roads for safer geometry and building FM 2 bridge and main lanes.

To get around some of the challenges, LYP has “pursued significant work that was planned for later in the project to get ahead of schedule,” Colwell said.

Equipment-wise, operators are using excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, cranes and other standard pieces of iron.

On typical days, LYP has one to three crews on-site. This includes eight people on earthwork, five to 10 on concrete, and five to seven on paving. Subcontractors usually have

between three and six personnel on-site.

It is estimated that 286,000 cu. yds. of dirt will be excavated, which is equivalent to a cube the size of a football field that is 135-ft. high. In terms of materials being used, 41,000 cu. yds. of dirt have been dedicated for embankment; 16,500 cu. yds. of flex base and 48,000 tons of hot mix.

With a large amount of equipment on-site, LYP is ensuring that its mechanics and maintenance staff are taking care of everyday repairs, routine maintenance and ensuring that vehicles are receiving regular oil changes and replacement of fluids. LYP purchases and rents equipment from local and regional dealerships.

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In 2022, KBXT, a local media outlet noted that “the intersection has seen its share of accidents including a deadly one on Halloween 2016 when a driver on FM 2 was killed after being t-boned by a pickup truck that was traveling on Highway 6. In June of 2023, DPS was investigating an accident where a driver had to be hospitalized after trying to cross FM 2 and was hit by a vehicle on Highway 6.”

“We’re looking forward to completing this safety project,” said Colwell.

TxDOT annually reviews its roadway system to determine priority locations for safety improvements.

“This intersection of SH 6 with FM 2 was evaluated and selected for project development,” said Colwell. “The Bryan District office has studied design alternatives and investigated potential environmental impacts. The preferred alternative was presented at the February 9, 2017, open house. The project is converting the at-grade intersection to a grade-separated intersection with FM 2 going over SH 6. This [results in] a typical main-lane section on SH 6 with two 12 foot travel lanes bounded by 10 foot inside and outside shoulders. Ramps will provide access to FM 2.”

The new infrastructure was designed by TxDOT and its consultant, Kimley Horn. On a daily basis, more than 23,000 cars and trucks use the intersection and adjacent roads.

To protect motorists and construction workers, the speed limit on SH6 has been lowered in that construction zone. TxDOT has provided detours when highway lanes and sections of the intersections are closed.  CEG

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The remaining work consists of shifting traffic to the newly constructed frontage roads, excavating the area where FM 2 currently crosses SH 6, constructing the FM 2 bridge and SH 6 main lanes.

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WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 80Z, 85Z, 90Z

EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 346 484 0369

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

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

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): ENGINE FOR A TRACK-TYPE TRACTOR - CATERPILLAR D6R XL SERIES II - ENGINE C9SERIAL #: 4ZF10784

EMAIL: MILANZOLL@INCOMERH.COM

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

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

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE BROOMS / SWEEPERS, ALL MODELS. MID-SIZED JOHN DEERE OR HYUNDAI EXCAVATOR PLUMBED AND WITH CONCRETE PULVERIZER.

EMAIL: NEWYORKCWS@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 973-956-8854

WANTED (PA): NEW HOLLAND ATTACHMENTS - 7614 LOADER ATTACHMENT FOR NEW HOLLAND TRACTOR. EMAIL: KEVCOOKENTERPRISES@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 814-386-5541

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

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELSNEED TO PURCHASE FOR OWN STOCK CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS (916, 926, 936E, 950B, 950E, 950H, 966E, 966F, 966H, 970F & 980F.

EMAIL: ROYALMACHINERYTRADERS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923360598261

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

WANTED (IL): CASE 580M III BACKHOE LOADERS; LOOKING FOR CATERPILLAR, CASE AND JOHN DEERE BACKHOE PARTS/SALVAGE MACHINES. RUNNERS AND NON RUNNERS, ANY CONDITION.

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 618-838-0841

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS – LOOKING FOR A CAT 140G, 14G, 14H, OR 140H MOTOR GRADER WITH A RIPPER. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +92300369360

WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35

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

WANTED (US): ALL MODELS DITCH WITCH VACUUM/EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT

EMAIL: BILL@DITCHWITCHNEWMEXICO.COM

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

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

WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS AND JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. WE REQUIRE ITEMS TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. THE MOST DESIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS. PHONE: 484-781-2958

EMAIL: JWALSH@JAMESTOHARAINC.COM

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

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

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT.

EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 336

EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS.

EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM PHONE: 737-587-1936

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

WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR 980K-M / 924 K-M / 416 420 430 C-D-E-F / 953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 MN EMAIL: FEEDBACK@GCESEQUIPMENT.COM PHONE: 657-456-2544

WANTED (IL): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR CAT - CASE 980K-M /924 K-M /416 420 430 C-D-E-F /953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 M-N. EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA-600, WA-500 AND WA-900 WHEEL LOADERS.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (TX): NEED CAT 988 USED WHEEL LOADER. IF AVAILABLE PLEASE CONTACT ASAP. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (TX): ALL MODELS EAGLE CRUSHERS / PULVERIZERS / SHEARS. ISO PORTABLE, PREFERABLY CLOSED CIRCUIT, IMPACT CRUSHERS. ALSO INTERESTED IN PORTABLE SCREENS

EMAIL: GIVEBUYSELLTRADE@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 512-822-8818

WANTED (IL): A CUMMINS 5.9 TURBO CHARGED ENGINE FOR A CASE 1155E LOADER. EMAIL: KUBERSKIEXC@CHARTER.NET

WANTED: KOMATSU WA600-6 WHEEL LOADER & CAT 988. IF AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (OK): CATERPILLAR D5N CRAWLER DOZER. EMAIL: JUNK4@ACEINVESTMENTS.COM; PHONE: 405-627-6246

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MODEL 815 SOIL COMPACTOR. EMAIL: ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM; PHONE: 312-898-5355

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

WANTED (IN): HYSTER H80FT FORKS EMAIL: YADAV.JYOTI178@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 09500208661

WANTED (WA): BOMAG BW 172 PADFOOT COMPACTORS | LOOKING FOR PARTS, SPECIFICALLY DRIVE TRAIN, OR WHOLE MACHINE TO USE FOR PARTS.

EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM PHONE: 360-798-5847

WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598

WANTED (US): ANY MANUFACTURER, ALL MODELS CRAWLER DOZERSLOOKING TO BUY JOHN DEERE 650KLGP WITH WINCH OR 550KLGP WITH WINCH, ENCL. CAB, UNDER 3500 HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW. EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA; PHONE: 450-346-8975

WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR MODEL 14H MOTOR GRADER. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478

WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE. EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897

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

WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214 – A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR. EMAIL DEANDRS@VERIZON.NET OR CALL 610-417-5123

WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND BACKHOE LOADERS. EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET

WANTED (US): VOLVO EC480DL EXCAVATOR EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360

WANTED (OK): INTERNATIONAL H100C WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466. EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM PHONE: 918-385-1623

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3). EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 832-244-1897

WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, MODELS EX 400 AND EX 450. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 340 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO LOCATE CAT EXCAVATORS 320, 330, 345, 365, 385, AND 390. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-281-694-5478

WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS & LESS THAN $15,000

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 616-813-3642

WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR MULITIPLE UNITS OF CATERPILLAR D7G CRAWLER DOZERS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923322489350

WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS – NEED TO PURCHASE HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400, EX-450, AND EX 270. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE DO LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923331234598

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER T4 CRAWLER TRACK CHAINS. NEED A GOOD SET OF TRACK CHAINS TO COMPLETE A 1960 IH T4 RESTORATION. THE SAME STYLE OF CHAINS WEAS USED ON IH T4, T5, TD5, T340 & TD340 CRAWLERS. THEY HAVE A 6.00 PITCH. I CAN SUPPLY ORIGINAL PART NUMBERS. THANKS FOR ANY ASSISTANCE. EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR EITHER A USED, OR NEW GRAPPLE BUCKET, DEMOLITION BUCKET, FORKS WITH GRAPPLE, OR A STANDARD GP BUCKET TO FIT A NEW 2022 CAT 980-14A (OLD MODEL = 980-M) RUBBER TIRED WHEEL LOADER. IT CAN EITHER BE "DIRECT PIN" OR TO FIT A FUSION COUPLER. OUR NEED IS IMMEDIATE. EMAIL:BSCHAAB@AMERICANDND.COM PHONE: 716-984-7566

WANTED (AL): LOOKING TO PURCHASE CAT WHEEL LOADER 936, 950B, 966F AND 980F FOR OUR INVENTORY. IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360

WANTED: CATERPILLAR M320 EXCAVATOR. LOOKING FOR A MOBILE EXCAVATOR CATERPILLAR M320DSINGLE BOOM, IN WORKING CONDITION, FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE. EMAIL: RENATO.NASCIMENTO@ ELEBBRE.COM; PHONE: +5511994602266

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR CAT D10N / D10R CRAWLER DOZER. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): HITACHI EX400 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A USED HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400 & EX 450 TO PURCHASE ASAP. (RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING MACHINES). EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (TX): JOHN DEERE WHEEL LOADERS – LOOKING FOR A JOHN DEERE 544K & 644K TO PURCHASE ASAP WITH HOURS 5000 OR LESS. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS @GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US):

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

• Online

April 10 - 24, 2024

For: Retirement Construction Equipment and more

• Queretaro, Mexico

Thurs., April 25, 2024

For: Late Model Construction Equipment and more

• Youngstown, OH

Fri., April 26, 2024

For: Retirement, Construction & Pipeline Equipment

• Ithaca, NY

Sat., April 27, 2024

For: Charity Auction

• Princeton, TX

Tues., April 30, 2024

For: Absolute Unreserved Rental Fleet Auction

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

• Phoenix, AZ

April 24 - 25, 2024

• Minot, ND April 25, 2024

• Fort Worth, TX May 14 - 16, 2024

• Tipton, CA May 16, 2024

ALLSURPLUS – A Liquidity

Services Marketplace

www.allsurplus.com

214-427-1862

• Online

April 17 – May 1, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment: Excavators, Motor Graders, Drill Rigs, Loaders and much more

• Online

April 18 – May 2, 2024

For: Heavy Duty Trucks: Sleeper Trucks, Service Trucks and much more

AP NATOLI AUCTIONEERS

www.apnatoliauctioneers.com 609-693-6899

• Online

April 18 - 24, 2024

For: Major Landscape & Property Maintenance Company Auction

Coming Auctions

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

• Online

January 31 – May 11, 2024 For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

BAR NONE AUCTION www.barnoneauction.com 866-372-1700

• Online

Fri., April 26, 2024 For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

• Online Sat., May 11, 2024 For: Sacramento Equipment Auction

BASINGER AUCTION SERVICE LTD BASAuctions.com 330-330-8949

• Boardman, OH

Tues., April 30, 2024 For: Equipment Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS www.bidadoo.com 1-877-BIDADOO

• Online April 23, 2024

• Online April 30, 2024

BIG IRON AUCTIONS www.bigiron.com 800-937-3558

• Online April 24, 2024

• Online May 1, 2024

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS www.brightstarauctions.com 574-825-0704

• Online Wed., April 24, 2024 For: Sawmill Equipment

• Online Fri., April 26, 2024 For: Michiana Equipment Auction

BUNCH BROTHERS AUCTIONEERS www.bunchbrothers.com

270-376-2922

• Louisville, KY April 23 - 24, 2024 For: 2-Day Spring Louisville Auction

DEMOTT AUCTION COMPANY www.demottauction.com 229-985-4565

• Okeechobee, FL Thurs., April 25, 2024 For: 29th Annual Citrus Ranch & Produce Auction

HANSEN AUCTION GROUP

www.hansenauctiongroup.com 920-383-1012

• Mosinee, WI April 25 - 26 2024 For: Spring Nitke Contractor Auction

• Online April 29 – 30, 2024 For: Spring Nitke Contractor Auction

HENDERSON AUCTIONS www.hendersonauctions.com 225-686-2252

• Sibley, LA Sat., April 27, 2024 For: Retirement Farm & Construction Auction

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

• Virtual Live Wed., May 8, 2024 For: Complete Liquidation TP Contracting Auction

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION www.iraymn.com 320-968-7230

• Online

Wed., May 15, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

IRON AUCTION GROUP www.ironauctiongroup.com 864-546-1216

• Midland, NC Wed., April 24, 2024 For: Unreserved NC Public Truck & Equipment Auction

J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS www.jjkane.com 855-GO2-KANE

• Online April 23 - 24, 2024

For: Southern Region Timed Auction

• Online Tues., April 23, 2024 For: Dixon, CA Auction Event

J. STOUT AUCTIONS www.jstoutauction.com 888-897-8864

• Virtual Live Thurs., April 25, 2024 For: April Live Streaming Auction

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

• Online

Tues., April 23, 2024 For: Contractor Tool Liquidation Auction

• Westminster, SC Thurs., April 25, 2024

For: Sluder Urban Forestry, Inc. Fleet Reduction Auction

• Stanton, TX Tues., April 30, 2024

For: Permian Basin Unreserved Public Auction

• Lakeland, GA

Thurs., May 2, 2024

For: Beville Farms Auction

DeFuniak Springs, FL

Sat., May 4, 2024

For: Walton County FL Surplus Inventory Liquidation Public Auction

• Kissimmee, FL

Tues., May 7, 2024

For: Kissimmee Construction Auction

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION www.purplewave.com

866-608-9283

• Online Tues., April 23, 2024

For: Turner Bros. Inc.

Retirement Auction

• Online

Wed., April 24, 2024 For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

• Online Thurs., April 25, 2024 For: Construction Equipment Auction

• Online

Tues., April 30, 2024

For: Government Auction

ROWLEY AUCTION www.rowleyauctions.com 810-724-4035

• Imlay City, MI April 27 - 28, 2024

For: Annual Spring 2-Day Equipment & Vehicle Auction

SALES AUCTION COMPANY, LLC www.salesauctioncompany.com 860-627-7506

• Online Fri., May 3, 2024

For: 15th Annual Spring Auction

• Windsor Locks, CT Sat., May 4, 2024

For: 15th Annual Spring Auction

SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC www.shetronequipment.com 717-532-8828

• Shippensburg, PA Wed., April 24, 2024 For: Construction & Farm Equipment Auction

THE AUCTION COMPANY www.theauctioncompany.net 951-657-5300

• Colton, CA Sat., April 27, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment, Aerial, Trucks, Trailers, Autos & more

• Online Mon., April 29, 2024 For: Containers, many “Does Not Run” items, Attachments, Small Equipment & more

TRISTAR AUCTION GROUP www.tristarauction.com 615-301-1600

• Online Wed., April 24, 2024 For: Spring Equipment & Truck Virtual Auction

WILKINSON

AUCTION & REALTY wilkinsonauctions.com 608-739-4404

• Berlin, WI Mon., April 29, 2024 For: Retirement Auction: R&R Motors

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

• Houston, TX Thurs., May 9, 2024 For: Heavy Equipment Auction

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Caterpillar Safety Services Promotes Resilient Safety Cultures

In its 50th year of operation, Caterpillar Safety Services incorporates the latest research and approaches to address safety excellence within organizations.

With safety no longer being a box-ticking exercise but a true measure of employee engagement, Caterpillar Safety Services helps build a strong culture where safety practices are embedded across an organization.

Today, Caterpillar Safety Services assists companies with improving the four components of a resilient safety culture, where safety is approached proactively and all team members take ownership of safety. The components include:

• System — clearly defined safety expectations embedded in policies and procedures to identify and mitigate risk.

• Mindset — a shared mindset that safety is everyone’s responsibility, people make mistakes and an environment of openness that makes people feel safe to speak up.

• Leadership — specific, con-

Business Calendar

sistent leadership behaviors at all levels of the organization that positively influence people toward safe work.

• Ownership — occurs when all levels fully engage in the creation and continuous improvement of the safety system.

Caterpillar Safety Services recently launched two updates to its programs contributing to resilient safety cultures: an updated Safety Perception Survey and a program focused on human and organizational performance.

Safety Perception Survey

The Caterpillar Safety Services Safety Perception Survey analyzes an organization’s safety culture. Building on 35 years of research and study, the new Safety Perception Survey updates language and modern concepts of safety culture excellence, adding questions related to psychological safety and human and organizational performance.

The new survey’s reports are streamlined with more modern visualization of the data. They

measure five safety activities — hazard identification, event learning, inspections, near miss and safety meetings — and address 11 cultural indicators, including caring climate, employee involvement, feedback, management credibility, training effectiveness and risk reduction. Importantly, they also show how safety is perceived differently among employees, supervisors and managers.

Human,PerformanceOrganizational

Human and organizational performance is a framework concept for talking about safety and creating a resilient safety culture. It’s a mindset that allows organizations to build more error-tolerant systems by teaching leaders that expecting perfection from workers, processes or procedures is not realistic.

Traditional methods of managing safety systems center around designing policies, standard work and processes assuming work happens in a straight line. Management sets the expecta-

Training/Professional Development LEAN CONSTRUCTION INSTITUTE, INC.

LEAN in DESIGN FORUM 2024

DATES: May 1 – 2, 2024

Place: Palmer House Hilton

17 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603

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/vlea240501/)

Date: Monday, April 29, 2024 (11:00 AM) –Wed., May 15, 2024 (3:00 PM) Online Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim250501/)

Dates: Monday, May 13, 2024 (5 PM) –Thursday, May 23, 2024 (8:30 PM) Online, Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vpmd240602/)

Dates: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 (12 PM) –Thursday, June 27, 2024 (5 PM) Online, Virtual

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim240701/)

Dates: Monday, July 15, 2024 (10:00 AM) –Thursday, July 18, 2024 (6:00 PM) Online, Virtual

Description: Designers, Architects, Engineers, and anyone involved in construction design are invited to attend the 2024 LCI Lean in Design Forum this Spring. We’ll come together for a valuable exploration of how design beneﬁts from Lean thinking and practices.

This unique event will illustrate the potential of integrating Lean methods into designers’ workﬂows. Join us to discover the beneﬁts that Lean approaches can bring to designers. This year’s Design Forum theme focuses on the marriage of Lean and Design Thinking. Join Us!

Why Attend?

. Explore Lean design principles and practices presented by the best in the industry.

. Gain ideas and implementable tips to improve your workﬂow.

. Connect with other professionals interested in Lean design.

. Transform your career and practice by learning the latest in Lean design.

. Build a competitive edge and stand out by adopting Lean in your work.

Who Should Attend?

. Architects, Engineers, and Designers

. Owners, Owners’ Reps, and General Contractors

. Trade Partners engaged in Design/Build and Design/Assist

. Preconstruction Managers

. Design Managers

. Estimators

. BIM/VDC Managers

. Anyone interested in or impacted by Lean in Design!

Reach the Lean Design Community as a Sponsor and/or Exhibitor! Gain opportunities for face-to-face engagement in a target market. Communicate your company’s beneﬁts. Reach a valuable audience of owners, designers, trade partners and general contractors.

For more information, contact: Lean Construction Institute, Inc., 4601 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 1200, Arlington, VA 22203

tions, tells workers what to do and the workers do it the same way, every day.

This method, however, does not account for organizational factors that can disrupt the system, such as employees not having the right tools for the job and adapting or making tradeoffs because they are still required to meet production targets. Nor does it account for the individual factors that impact a worker’s awareness, or lapses in attention due to events in his or her personal life, such as a family emergency.

When workers deviate from the safety plan or make mistakes under the traditional model, they may be scrutinized or punished to attempt to improve safety, but this can have the opposite effect and lead to a weaker safety culture. Using human and organizational performance principles, Caterpillar Safety Services applies a new understanding of human behavior to safety. Leaders create an environment where employees feel empowered to speak up to share their ideas, struggles and

Phone: 703/343-1061

WASTE EXPO /An Event by Waste360

2024 Open House

Dates: Conference: May 6 -9, 2024 Expo Hall: May 7-9, 2024

Place: Las Vegas Convention Center 300 Convention Center Drive Las Vegas, NV 89109 USA

Description: Waste Expo is North America’s largest solid waste, recycling, organics, food waste recovery, and sustainability tradeshow serving both the private and public sectors for over 50 years.

Attend

Grow your business opportunities, ﬁnd innovative products and services, and connect with top waste industry suppliers on our extensive show ﬂoor.

Exhibit

Showcase your business and ﬁnd your next customer by securing your booth at the leading event in the solid waste, recycling, and organics industry.

Network & Learn

Learn from the best and brightest in the solid waste industry! Registration is Now Available!

Registration is now open for this premier event!

For more information on WASTE EXPO, contact:

National Waste & Recycling Association, 1550 Crystal Drive, Ste. 804, Arlington, VA 22202.

Phone: 202/244-4700 800/424-2869

Email: membership@wasterecycling.org

SANCO Equipment Company

Diamond Demo Day

Skid-Steer Attachments/Hands-On-Demos/Giveaways

In Association with Diamond Mowers

Date: WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Place: Traxler’s Hunting Preserve 37699 Hunting Preserve Lane Le Center, MN 56057

On May 15th, we will be hosting our annual Diamond Demo

mistakes. The organization learns to improve its safety system continuously. Through recognition of workers’ positive contributions, they want to be more involved, resulting in a more engaged and proactive safety culture with improvements in morale, retention, efficiency and profitability.

Caterpillar Safety Services assists organizations with implementation of human and organizational performance principles through its Leadership Development and Coaching program. Tailored to the specific needs and objectives of the individual leaders, the program includes a mix of workshops, assessments and individual faceto-face sessions. It helps each leader understand their strengths and areas for development in safety management, demonstrates how a leader impacts the safety culture and creates personalized development plans for all leaders that align with organizational goals and processes.

For more information, visit www.cat.com/safety. 

Day Event!

Experience Diamond Mowers’ brush cutter, disc mulcher and drum mulcher attachments ﬁrsthand at Diamond Demo Day!

Diamond Demo Day in participation with Sanco Equipment. HANDS-ON DEMOS, FREE LUNCH, and GIVEAWAYS! At Diamond Mowers our products are designed and engineered for quality and performance.

For more information on this Event contact SANCO EQUIPMENT COMPANY: Website: www.sancoequipmentcompany.com Phone: 844/285-0754

See you there!

AMERICAN INSTITUTE of AMERICA (AIA) CONFERENCE ON ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN 2024 (AIA 2024)

DATES: JUNE 5 – 8, 2024

PLACE: Walter E. Washington Convention Center 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW Washington, DC 20001

Description:

AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2024 (AIA 2024) is a premier event for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals. Discover everything you need to know about the latest trends and activities in architecture during this four-day conference. AIA24 is a premier annual conference that celebrates multidisciplinary solutions from across the built environment and the power of designing a better world, together. AIA24 gives you a dynamic, everchanging, inﬁnite view into the world of architecture that informs you and makes your architecture better. Every year, the AIA and AEC communities convene to network, share knowledge, and ﬁnd solutions to design a better world. The conference fuses together industries, identities, skills styles, and values, to establish a new multidisciplinary understanding of today’s most pressing issues. Uniting toward better outcomes highlights the value in each other’s unique skill sets and positions architects, designers, engineers, and builders as leaders designing a better world together.

For more information on this event, contact: American Institute of America (AIA), 1735 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20006 Phone: 1/800-242-3837