Equipment World Staff (EQW)RoadbuildingPython Offers Unique Solution to Pothole ProblemThis year at CONEXPO-CON/AGG,Python Manufacturing introduced a revolutionary solution to the never ending job of repairing the potholes on our roads. The Python 5000 is a one-person operated pothole patcher that can permanently repair the average pothole in about two minutes. It is the only one-person operated pothole patcher that uses all standard hot or […]April 6, 2011Construction EquipmentIsuzu Motors resumes production at Fujisawa plantIsuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., distributor of America’s best-selling low-cab-forward trucks, announced today that Isuzu Motors Limited resumed production at its Fujisawa plant on April 5. The factory had been idled since the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on March 11. The Fujisawa plant manufactures N-Series trucks, diesel engines and components for […]April 6, 2011BusinessLaHood: ‘We are another step closer to delivering an innovative, national transportation network’U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood issued a statement on April 6 regarding the $2.4 billion available for high-speed rail. In the statement, LaHood said the nation is “another step closer to delivering an innovative, national transportation network that brings new jobs and economic opportunity to the American people. “Since I announced the availability of an […]April 6, 2011HomeTensar increases geogrid products 10 percentTensar International Corp. has increased prices for its subgrade improvement and road base reinforcement geogrid products globally. The 10-percent increase, effective May 2, has been implemented to partially offset significantly higher polymer raw material costsApril 5, 2011Home‘The Road to Reauthorization’ starts on Capitol Hill“In the spirit of March Madness, it’s time to get the surface transportation bill on the court and in play,” the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) chief elected officer, ARTBA 2011 Chairman Bill Cox, told the House Highways & Transit Subcommittee at a March 30 hearing. “We recognize writing and enacting a multi-year […]April 5, 2011HomeTexas Sen. Cornyn: ‘Jobs numbers are a positive sign that our economy is moving in the right direction’The statement is as follows: "Today’s jobs numbers are a positive sign that our economy is moving in the right direction and further evidence that tax relief, not stimulus spending, is the best way to get job creators on the move again. Since Republicans convinced our colleagues across the aisle not to raise taxes, America has added nearly 650,000 jobs and the unemployment rate has dropped from 9.4 percent to 8.8 percent."April 5, 2011BusinessGoodyear outlines strategic plan for record profitabilityThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said at an investor press conference that it is targeting 2013 segment operating income in its North American Tire unit of $450 million and improved segment operating income in its international businesses. In total, Goodyear is targeting record segment operating income of $1.6 billion in 2013. “Having momentum coming […]April 5, 2011HomeSteel imports decline 16%Based on preliminary Census Bureau data, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported on March 22 that the U.S. imported a total of 1,777,000 net tons (NT) of steel in February, including 1,371,000 NT of finished steel (down 16 percent and 19 percent, respectively, from January final data). Annualized total and finished steel imports […]April 5, 2011SafetyNew Jersey DOT kicks off National Work Zone Awareness WeekCommissioner James Simpson kicked off New Jersey Department of Transportation’s (NJDOT) participation in National Work Zone Awareness Week today, urging motorists to contribute to a safe highway construction season by taking it slow through work zones.April 5, 2011RoadbuildingWEATHER GUARD announces new Hi-Side truck box features and enhancementsCrystal Lake, IL – March 29, 2011 – Knaack LLC and WEATHER GUARD Truck Equipment announces re-designed Hi-Side Truck Boxes. New features of the Hi-Side product line deliver improved security, durability, and organizational solutions for construction, municipal and field service professionals that require frequent and easy access to valuable tools and equipment, while keeping the […]April 5, 2011Previous PagePage 239 of 591Next PageTop StoriesBackhoe LoadersCloser Look: Cat's Largest Backhoes, the 440 & 450, Enter Next GenerationThe models get new engines, an advanced hydraulic system and more customization options for operators, among other features.Safety & ComplianceContractor Faces $1.2M Fine for Repeat Violations After Fatal Trench CollapsePickupsNext-Gen Ford F-150 Lightning: 700+ Mile Range but No Longer All-ElectricMarket PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Bulldozers of 2025Compact equipmentBobcat Unveils "RogueX3" Autonomous, Electric Compact Loader (Videos)
