Equipment World Staff (EQW)RoadbuildingKomplet mini crushersKomplet mini crushers save contractors time, money, and manpower. Komplet has been all over Europe for years. Contractors in the United States are finding out that these machines just plain make sense. Komplet recycling products will crush glass, porcelain, marble, granite, bricks, blocks, asphalt and reinforced concrete onsite for immediate reuse. The Lemtrack 48-25 runs all day […]February 28, 2011SafetyW.R. Meadows launches redesigned WebsiteW.R. Meadows has launched its new construction company Website. The Website has been redesigned to give it a more contemporary feel, including more project photos, a product spotlight for new products, and new social media features, according to W.R. MeadowFebruary 27, 2011BusinessLaHood on Washington state high-speed rail agreementCommenting on President Barack Obama's plans for and investment in high-speed rail, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood issued the following written statement: President Obama's historic investments in a national high-speed rail network will enable America to win the future by creating construction and manufacturing jobs today and laying the foundation for future economic growth.February 27, 2011SafetyT&I Committee: ‘Improving and Reforming our Nation’s Surface Transportation Programs’The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) conducted a field hearing in Oklahoma City on Feb. 24 on pending major surface transportation legislation. Chairman John L. Mica (R-Fla.) and other members of the Committee joined committee member James Lankford (R-Okla.) in Oklahoma City for a hearing with state and local officials and transportation stakeholders. The […]February 25, 2011Home4th Australian Small Bridges Conference 2011The 4th Australian Small Bridges Conference 2011 is for small, medium, and local bridges. The conference will be held May 10-11, 2011, at The Sebel Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia. For more information, go to www.halledit.com.au/bridges2011.February 24, 2011HomeMica on Fla. rail project: ‘I have done all that I can to salvage the project’U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Fla.), chairman of the House Transportation Committee, released the following statement regarding Florida Gov. Rick Scott’s decision to not accept alternative plans to move forward with the Orlando-to-Tampa passenger rail project and not permit transfer of the project to local government grantees: “The governor has made his decision to not pursue the Florida passenger rail project. I understand his concerns with the overall project, which would incur certain risks. “I have done all that I can to salvage the project to this point and present what I consider to be a viable alternative plan that places the risk with the private sector and protects the taxpayers..."February 24, 2011RoadbuildingWork area protection introduces lane changer traffic drums featuring new design and better performanceWork Area Protection Corp. introduces the Lane Changer traffic drum with a new design for more stable and efficient performance. The Lane Changer drum’s new 5-inch-wide anti-rotation claws for use with a tire ring keep the drums stable and facing traffic to reduce the need for repositioning. The drum is also designed to minimize stacking […]February 24, 2011HomeFinished steel imports rise 8 percent in JanuaryBased on preliminary Census Bureau data, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported today that the U.S. imported a total of 2,048,000 net tons (NT) of steel in January, including 1,632,000 NT of finished steel (up 10 percent and 8 percent, respectively, from December final data).February 24, 2011BusinessGranite reports full-year, Q4 2010 resultsWatsonville, Calif.-based Granite Construction Inc. on Feb. 23 reported a net loss of $59.0 million for the full year 2010, compared with net income of $73.5 million for the full year 2009. Loss per share for the year was $(1.56), compared with earnings per diluted share (EPS) of $1.90 in 2009. For the fourth quarter […]February 24, 2011HomeConExpo-Con/Agg, IFPE 2011 advance registration extended to March 11Advance registration has been extended through March 11 for the ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011 and co-located IFPE 2011 expositions.February 23, 2011Previous PagePage 251 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
