Tina Grady Barbaccia (EQW)World of ConcreteDexter + Chaney project management software system integrates projects ‘end-to-end’LAS VEGAS–Seattle-based construction software developer Dexter + Chaney rolled out its new Spectrum Project Management software at the 2013 World of Concrete trade show this week in Las Vegas. Spectrum Project Management is available as part of the suite of applications in Dexter + Chaney’s Spectrum Construction Software product line. The new software integrates its […]February 8, 2013World of ConcreteExclusive walkaround tour of Bobcat’s S590 at World of ConcreteLAS VEGAS–Bobcat introduced the seven medium-frame size skid-steer and compact track loader in its 500 Series back in late October 2012, after all seven models began limited production in September with full availability that began at dealerships in January. The new machines include the S510, S530, S550, S570 and S590 skid-steer loaders, and the T550 […]February 8, 2013RoadbuildingDeere’s bright ideas: Hybrid diesel-electric wheel loader, new line of skid steers and compact track loadersLAS VEGAS—John Deere Forestry and Construction showcased its latest “bright ideas” at a Feb. 5 World of Concrete 2013 press conference: the 644K Hybrid wheel loader and the new E Series line of skid steers and compact track loaders. The manufacturer refers to the introduction of the new machine as a “bright idea” because it […]February 6, 2013RoadbuildingTopcon talks about HiPer V site receiver, HiPer SR at World of Concrete 2013Topcon has announced the latest addition to its HiPer integrated receivers at World of Concrete with the HiPer V. The HiPer V is an upgrade to the HiPer 2 site receiver by adding Topcon’s Vanguard GNSS (Global Navigation Syatellite System) signal tracking and processing technology. Topcon’s Scott Langbein noted that the HiPer V’s full UHF […]February 6, 2013World of ConcreteWoman and Machine?Man and Machine? I’m here, and I’m a fiesty Better Roads female editor. Watch out John Deere hybrid 644K wheel loader. It’s woman editor and machine. 🙂 You may run on part electric, part diesel. I run on coffee (espresso, that is!) and words with a little — O.K. a lot — of fun thrown […]February 6, 2013RoadbuildingARTBA’s Pete Ruane on TTI’s ‘Urban Mobility ReportAmerican Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) President & CEO Pete Ruane released the following statement about the Texas Transportation Institute’s “Urban Mobility Report”: “Washington, D.C., has the dubious distinction of being number one in two areas. It is the capital of partisan gridlock, and now traffic gridlock. “The finding in the Texas Transportation Institute […]February 6, 2013RoadbuildingThe Rise of the Mixer Trucks: Terex intros two new trucks after economy forces production haltLAS VEGAS—Despite a “tenuous economy” and uncertainly in the marketplace, Terex Roadbuilding introduced two new front discharge mixer trucks at World of Concrete 2013 – FD5000 “Great Lakes” front discharge mixer truck and the DB6000 front discharge mixer truck. These introductions signify a resurgence for Terex back into the marketplace and confidence of a significant […]February 6, 2013RoadbuildingLouisiana Transportation Research Center director appointed to lead AASHTO committeesHarold “Skip” Paul, P.E., director of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s Louisiana Transportation Research Center, has been appointed to serve in leadership positions on two American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) committees, according to a report in the AASHTO Journal. AASHTO President Michael Lewis named Paul as chair of AASHTO’s […]February 4, 2013RoadbuildingStudy predicts $365 billion highway fund shortfallAs automobile fuel economy increases, the federal highway program’s fiscal position will become ever more precarious, a new study by researchers at the College of William and Mary finds. The team from William and Mary’s Thomas Jefferson Program in Public Policy (TJPPP) forecasts that over the next 23 years, as Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) […]February 4, 2013World of ConcreteOff to World of ConcreteAt the crack of dawn on Tuesday, I’ll be headed out to Las Vegas to cover the World of Concrete 2013 trade show for Better Roads and report back on the latest product introductions, new technologies in concrete as it applies to highway and bridge construction and to meet equipment manufacturer reps and readers in […]February 4, 2013Previous PagePage 34 of 218Next PageTop StoriesExcavatorsWhat’s New on Komatsu’s Next-Gen PC220LC-12 Excavator? – Almost Everything!Its first major upgrade in 12 years, the completely redesigned 22-metric-ton model gets improved in every aspect, from the ground up.Market PulseTop-Selling New and Used Construction Equipment in the First Half of 2025Compact equipmentManitou Debuts 5 New Large-Frame Compact LoadersCompact Track LoadersCloser Look: Bobcat’s Largest, Most Powerful Compact Track Loader, the T86Featured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. 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