Equipment World Staff (EQW)ConExpo-Con/AggMiller Welding adds new line of industrial glovesMiller Electric Mfg. Co. has added a new line of industrial gloves to its Arc Armor Welding Protection portfolio. The gloves are designed to endure the long-term, repetitive abuse prevalent within manufacturing, fabrication and construction welding applications. Miller’s industrial glove line not only provides a level of comfort unmatched by traditional welding gloves, but also […]March 19, 2011HomeVolvo Trucks NA, UAW reach 5-year agreementVolvo Trucks North America and the United Auto Workers (UAW) on March 18 reached a tentative agreement on terms of a new five-year agreement that would cover about 1,300 UAW members at the New River Valley, Va., plant.March 19, 2011MaintenanceMissouri DOT selling land parcels no longer needed for highwaysThe Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is having a spring sale — of land, that is. MoDOT will be selling off parcels of land the department no longer needs to build, improve or maintain the state highway system. A few years ago, the department began an aggressive effort to sell excess property and put the […]March 18, 2011BusinessSAF-Holland restructures China businessSAF-HOLLAND S.A. has restructured its business in China. The entire production and administration has been consolidated in Xiamen. To that end, the production of trailer axles has been relocated from the Jinan location to Xiamen, and the Jinan location has been closed. SAF-Holland (Xiamen) Co. Ltd. sales and marketing have been centralized in Shanghai, with […]March 18, 2011BusinessGranite is one of ‘World’s Most Ethical Companies’Granite Construction Incorporated has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2011 World’s Most Ethical Companies. Out of a record number of nominations for the award, Granite secured a hard-earned spot on the list by going the extra mile and implementing upright business practices and initiatives that are instrumental to the company’s […]March 18, 2011BusinessNTEA and NAFA agree to cross-promote respective organizationsThe NTEA, the Association for the Work Truck Industry, and the the NAFA Fleet Management Association have agreed to an endorsement deal that will cross-promote each other’s organization’s certification programs to mutually benefit the membership of both organizations. “The agreement we entered into with NAFA strengthens the link between two organizations that have served the […]March 18, 2011TechnologyMICO recognized by Deere as partner-level supplier for 2010MICO Inc. has earned recognition as a partner-level supplier for 2010 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The partner-level status is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating. MICO was selected for the honor in recognition of its dedication to providing products and service of outstanding quality as well as its commitment to continuous improvement. […]March 18, 2011ConExpo-Con/AggConcrete Industry Management MBA program launches at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2011During a press conference at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011 in Las Vegas March 22 at 10 a.m. in Room N249-251, the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program – a business intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management – will announce the addition of a unique Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Concrete Industry Management.March 17, 2011ConExpo-Con/AggXL Specialized Trailers showcasing new trailers at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2011Heavy haul and specialized trailer manufacturer XL Specialized Trailers is planning to exhibit four new trailers — XL 170 MG, XL 110 HDG, XL 110 HDG Customized and the XL 100 HFG — at CONEXPO-CON/AGG March 22-26 in Las Vegas. XL Specialized Trailers will be exhibiting in Booth G-162. XL Specialized Trailers says its new 13-axle […]March 17, 2011RoadbuildingMinimizer Fenders adding value in winterWinter’s icy grip continues to hold much of the country. It’s the toughest time for trucks, trailers, equipment and cargo. According to the American Public Works Association, 70 percent of municipalities in North America utilize liquid de-icers on roads. De-icers are formulated using corrosive chemicals that damage any metal they come in contact with. Historically, […]March 17, 2011Previous PagePage 244 of 590Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyKomatsu Partners with Pronto to Bring Autonomous Dump Trucks to Quarries of All SizesThe retrofit technology is designed to be simpler and more affordable, enabling all-day hauling with minimal human input.Compact equipment2026 Polaris General UTV Hits Dealers with New Colors, UpgradesCompact Utility LoadersMechMaxx Shakes Up Mini Skid Steer Market with $24K Croba STL1000PickupsFord to Build 2027 Midsize Electric Pickup in US with $30K Start PriceFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
