Equipment World Staff (EQW)BusinessCaltrans recognizes contractors for ‘Excellence in Partnering’Caltrans Director Cindy McKim joined construction industry professionals for the 2011 Caltrans “Excellence in Partnering” awards, which recognizes contractors who put into action what they learned from the Caltrans’ Partnering Program to deliver successful highway projects throughout California. Caltrans provides free training for the construction industry, city and county transportation agencies, consultants, and small businesses […]April 27, 2011BusinessVulcan to host Q1 earnings call on May 5Vulcan Materials Co. will release earnings after the close of business on May 4, 2011 and host a conference call at 9 a.m. CDT (10 a.m. EDT) on May 5, 2011. To participate by phone, investors and other interested parties can call 866-788-0543 about 10 minutes before the scheduled start. The access code is 62767134. […]April 26, 2011BusinessTensar assumes CONTECH’s geogrid distribution businessTensar International Corp. and CONTECH Construction Products Inc. have mutually agreed that Tensar will take on distribution responsibility for geogrid products in the United States. Under the terms of the agreement and effective May 2, 2011, Tensar International will assume CONTECH’s geogrid distribution business, which includes exclusive distribution of both biaxial and triaxial geogrid products […]April 26, 2011SafetyMoDOT makes ‘green’ commitment to Route 141 reconstruction project“Reduce, reuse, recycle,” was more than an Earth Day statement to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) -- it’s one way the department continues to keep construction environmentally friendly, and save money.April 26, 2011RoadbuildingEco Sound Barrier by CENTRIA approved for use in California and UtahTOWNSHIP, Pa. — CENTRIA is pleased to announce that both the California Department of Transportation and the Utah Department of Transportation have approved Eco Sound Barrier, the industry’s first inexpensive composite sound barrier, for use on state highway projects. A cost-effective, green alternative to traditional precast concrete barriers, Eco Sound Barrier offers a new option […]April 26, 2011RoadbuildingPaladin’s FFC Snow Push removes snow and moreThe FFC Snow Push by Paladin Construction Group attaches to skid steers, backhoes, compact wheel loaders and traditional wheel loaders to efficiently move large volumes of snow without leaving windrows. Available in widths ranging from 6 to 16 feet, it can move up to 21 cubic yards of snow at one time. An optional Pull-Back […]April 26, 2011TechnologyADSC/DFI Micropile Design & Construction SeminarThis program specifically focused to benefit the Owners, Engineers, Specifiers, and local and state government employees who are involved in the design and construction of micropile systems. To more information on the seminar or to register, click here. Topics that will covered during this 1-½ day event include the following: Geotechnical Design of Micropiles Micropile Load Testing […]April 25, 2011HomeEPA solicits public comment on permit to reduce stormwater discharges from construction sitesThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing for public comment a draft permit to regulate the discharge of stormwater from construction sites. The proposed Construction General Permit (CGP) includes a number of enhanced protections, including enhanced provisions to protect impaired and sensitive waters. Some of the significant proposed permit modifications include new requirements for: […]April 25, 2011BusinessAmerican Concrete Institute names 2011-2012 officersThe American Concrete Institute (ACI) introduced its 2011-2012 president, vice president, and four board members during the ACI Spring 2011 Convention in Tampa, Fla. Kenneth C. Hover was elected to serve as president of the Institute for 2011-2012. After the sudden loss of ACI President Richard D. Stehly in Sept. 2010, Hover was elevated from […]April 25, 2011SafetyHino Trucks named 2011 Medium-Duty Commercial Truck of the YearHino Trucks 338 model took home the 2011 Medium Duty Commercial Truck of the Year award, the second year in a row that the American Truck Dealers (ATD) division of the NADA has recognized Hino with this honor. In 2010, Hino's 268 model received the same accolade in 2010. The trucks were judged on innovation, design, fuel economy, driver and owner satisfaction, ease of maintenance and safety.April 25, 2011Previous PagePage 234 of 590Next PageTop StoriesPickups2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Revealed: 9 trims, 4 Engines, 6 Special EditionsChoices include gas V8 and diesel, three off-road trims and starting prices of $36,900 to $71,700.TechnologyKomatsu Partners with Pronto to Bring Autonomous Dump Trucks to Quarries of All SizesCompact equipment2026 Polaris General UTV Hits Dealers with New Colors, UpgradesCompact Utility LoadersMechMaxx Shakes Up Mini Skid Steer Market with $24K Croba STL1000Featured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
