Equipment World Staff (EQW)BusinessLaHood: Funding for 46 innovative transportation projects through TIGER round 3U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on Dec. 15 announced that 46 transportation projects in 33 states and Puerto Rico will receive a total of $511 million from the third round of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) popular TIGER program. The announcement comes months ahead of schedule, and will allow communities to move forward with […]December 20, 2011World of ConcreteWorld of Concrete 2012 releases mobile appWorld of Concrete, in partnership with Maryland-based Core-Apps, on Dec. 19 released a new mobile app available for iPhone, Android and Blackberry. The new offering gives attendees and exhibitors access to a fully integrated trade show solution that streamlines real-time information including alerts, interactive floor plan and networking tools. “The World of Concrete Show App […]December 20, 2011RoadbuildingJenny Products Offers Full Line of Skid-Mounted CompressorsSOMERSET, Pa. – Jenny Products, Inc. introduces four models of skid-mounted air compressors, which are offered with single- and two-stage pumps. All models are powered by Honda GX-series engines and come with 30-gallon, ASME-certified air tanks. The product line includes two single-stage compressors, which provide 16.4 to 21.3 CFM at 100 PSI, or 16 to […]December 20, 2011World of ConcreteWorld of Concrete 2012 digital brochure availableThe World of Concrete show management has released a digital brochure for the 2012 show. It may be accessed at http://www.worldofconcrete.com/assets/brochures/woc_events_broch/WOC_EVENTS_BROCH.html.December 20, 2011HomeNTTA to open President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT) Eastern Extension Dec. 21The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) plans to open the President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT) Eastern Extension late tomorrow afternoon, Wednesday, Dec. 21, weather permitting. The Eastern Extension will allow motorists to drive the highly anticipated route that extends the PGBT from northwest Garland to Interstate 30. The Eastern Extension will provide direct connecting ramps […]December 20, 2011HomeVolvo Trucks promotes Ron Hubers to president of North American sales and marketingVolvo Trucks on Dec. 19 named Ron Huibers as president of North American sales and marketing, effective Jan. 1, 2012. In this role, Huibers will be responsible for all of the company’s commercial activities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Huibers has been with the Volvo Group for more than 15 years, and served […]December 19, 2011TechnologyACPA names Dan C. Keys 2011 Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award recipientThe American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) proudly presented the 2011 Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award to Dan C. Keys (retired), president of Berns Construction Co., Indianapolis, Ind. The award recognizes Keys for the “indelible positive marks he has left on the concrete pavement industry in both the state of Indiana and across the nation.” The award cites his […]December 19, 2011BusinessCat selling part of Bucyrus distribution business to Sime Darby IndustrialCaterpillar Inc. announced Dec. 13 that the Industrial Division of Sime Darby Berhad has acquired a portion of the former Bucyrus distribution business, which was included in Caterpillar’s purchase of Bucyrus. The transaction, valued at approximately $360 million(subject to certain adjustments), encompasses the Sime Darby Industrial Cat dealerships operated by Hastings Deering in Queensland and the […]December 15, 2011BusinessTRIP report ID’s ‘The Top 50 Surface Transportation Projects to Support Economic Growth and Quality of Life in Maine’In order to adequately support Maine’s existing industries and provide for additional economic growth, the state will need to make numerous improvements to its surface transportation system. This is according to a new report released today by TRIP, a Washington, DC based national transportation research organization. TRIP’s report, “The Top 50 Surface Transportation Projects to […]December 15, 2011RoadbuildingHemisphere GPS Announces New S320™ GNSS Survey SolutionCalgary, AB — (TSX: HEM) Hemisphere GPS announces today the new S320™ GNSS survey receiver, XF1 data collector and survey software. S320 combines the advanced GNSS receiver performance of Hemisphere GPS’ Eclipse™ II technology, precise geodetic antenna, wireless communication and batteries all in a portable, rugged unit with matching data collector. Designed to be compatible […]December 15, 2011Previous PagePage 135 of 590Next PageTop StoriesCompact Track LoadersCloser Look: Takeuchi's First EH-Controlled Compact Track LoaderTake a walkaround tour of the new electro-hydraulic CTL with 40.5 gpm of hydraulic flow, improved undercarriage and upgraded cab.Market PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Mini Excavators in 2024-2025PickupsHemi V8 or Cummins Diesel? – 2026 Ram 2500 HD Offers Hefty ChoiceVintage Equipment“The Great Tractor Race” – Cat’s 1931 Film Reveals its Early Crawlers in Zany EventFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
