Equipment World Staff (EQW)MaintenanceTrimble launches mobile GIS communityTrimble's new Trimble Mobile GIS Developer Community, hosted within the Trimble Connected Community (TCC) portal, provides members with access to software tools and services as well as documentation, a developer forum, knowledge base and support resources.March 1, 2011BusinessCA Dump Truck Owners Association sues CARBThe California Dump Truck Owners Association (CDTOA) filed suit against the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to challenge the legality of the agency’s Truck and Bus Regulation. The lawsuit, California Dump Truck Owners Association v. Air Resources Board (Case 2:11-cv-00384-MCE -GGH), was filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, Sacramento Division, on […]March 1, 2011Roadbuildingarlson Machine Control division introduces new online brochureMAYSVILLE, Ky., U.S.A.— Carlson Software is making it easy to see all of the software and system solutions it offers for the construction, landfill and mining industries with its all-new online solutions catalog: http://carlsonsw.com/Catalog/MachineControl/. “Positioning and 3D machine control technology positively impacts efficiency and accuracy for most earthmoving, landfill and mining applications,” says Randy Noland, […]March 1, 2011RoadbuildingMike Anderson’s American IronThe U.S. Interstate System itself accounts for only 1.1 percent of total public road mileage in the nation, but still carries 24 percent of all highway traffic.March 1, 2011HomeDeere & Company Board of Directors declares quarterly dividendThe Deere & Company Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $.35 a share on common stock, payable May 2, 2011, to stockholders of record on March 31, 2011.February 28, 2011Home‘Traffic choking nation’s economy,’ Ohio trucking exec tells CongressKeith Tuttle, president of Motor Carrier Services Inc., Northwood, Ohio, told the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee that congestion is choking the nation’s supply chain and economy. “As the owner of a small trucking company of 90 trucks, I know our nation’s inventory moves in our industry’s trailers,” Tuttle said Feb. 19 at a committee […]February 28, 2011TechnologyAEM honors Maine, Wyoming for equipment conservation, technology useThe Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has recognized two U.S. conservation districts for efficient equipment use that enhances local conservation efforts. The awards are the result of a longstanding cooperative partnership between AEM and the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and highlight the pivotal role of equipment in the effective management of America's natural resources.February 28, 2011Construction EquipmentAEM: ‘President’s budget only a beginning’Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) President Dennis Slater issued the follow statement today in response to the President’s budget proposal: “President Obama’s transportation budget proposal is a good start, as it recognizes that rebuilding and modernizing roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure would create American jobs and make our nation more competitive with other countries. […]February 28, 2011HomeBonestroo hires project manager for gov’t divisionBonestroo welcomes Carrie Ann Hewitt, project manager in Bonestroo’s Government Division. Hewitt will work in the firm’s Mequon office and serve clients throughout Southeast Wisconsin. “We’re very excited to introduce Carrie Ann to our clients,” says Bonestroo Vice President Rick Schmidt. “Her diverse experience and project management abilities are an excellent addition to our growing […]February 28, 2011HomeOhio could lose $171 million in federal transit moneyOhio could lose a significant portion of its $171 million in yearly federal transit money if state legislators adopt a proposal that would cut back on collective bargaining powers for transit workers and other public employees, The [Cleveland] Plain Dealer reports.February 28, 2011Previous PagePage 250 of 590Next PageTop StoriesPickups2026 Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck Smashes World Record for Mileage RangeThe truck traveled over 1,000 miles on a charge – more than twice its estimated EPA range – showcasing the advancements in EV technology.Backhoe LoadersA Closer Look: Deere's New Backhoes Deliver Improved Comfort, Visibility, ControlVintage EquipmentThe 1950s Cat “Twin D8” – 2 Joined Dozers, 1 Big Blade, Double the PowerCompact equipmentNew Polaris Ranger 500: Work-Ready UTV Priced at $10K, Can Tow 1,500 Lbs.Construction EquipmentExtreme Machine: Prinoth’s Massive Panther XL Crawlers Traverse Antarctica
