Equipment World Staff (EQW)RoadbuildingX-TensionT guardrail end terminalNCHRP 350 TL-3, Re-Directive, Non-Gating End Terminal / EN1317-4 End Terminal The X-Tension Guardrail Terminal is the only fully re-directive, non-gating guardrail end terminal. The X-Tension system has been engineered to be used interchangeably for flared and tangent roadside applications. This results in significant savings in inventory, repair and maintenance costs. Parts are compatible with […]February 23, 2011HomeCeladon Group: ‘Congress, increase investments in highway infrastructure’The United States needs to increase its investments in highway infrastructure, funding that can be obtained by raising the fuel tax, Celadon Group Inc. Chairman and CEO Steve Russell told members of Congress during a Feb. 19 listening session. “We need to solve the problem of improving our transportation system,” said Russell, a member of […]February 23, 2011SafetyJoint U.S. House, Senate holding field hearing: ‘Improving and Reforming our Nation’s Surface Transportation Programs’The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) will conduct 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 will join committee member James Lankford (R-Okla.) in Oklahoma City for a hearing with state and local officials and transportation […]February 23, 2011Home4th International Conference on Grouting and Deep MixingThe International Conference Organization for Grouting (ICOG), comprised of members of the Geo-Institute Grouting Committee, will hold the 4th International Conference on Grouting and Deep Mixing, a once-a-decade event on the state-of-practice in grouting and deep mixing. The conference will take place Feb. 15-18, 2012, in New Orleans at the Marriott New Orleans For more […]February 22, 2011RoadbuildingHyundai’s New 55,000 lb Capacity Diesel Forklift. Hyundai Expands Successful Diesel Capacity Lineup!With the huge success of the 7E Series, Hyundai is pleased to announce the addition of the new 250D-7E to the lineup. The 55,000 lb capacity diesel forklift is in a class by itself, incorporating the most standard features in the market today. Performance, ergonomics, serviceability and operator comfort were the most important enhancements considered […]February 22, 2011Roadbuilding24.4 ton Reduced Tail Swing Excavator. R235LCR-9, perfect for big jobs in tight areas!The new R235LCR-9 excavator features new hydraulic technologies and a multitude of standard features that make it outstanding performer and a great value. The base machine configuration includes numerous valuable standard features at very a competitive price. The R235LCR-9 has an operating weight of up to 53,830 lbs and comes equipped with a 18’8” boom […]February 22, 2011Roadbuilding5.8 Ton Compact Radius Excavator. 60CR-9, big power and production in a small package!Hyundai’s new R60CR-9 is an impressive machine designed to be fast, smooth and productive. This 12,790 pound machine is the latest addition to Hyundai’s family of compact radius precision excavators. Inside the cab, the operator will encounter an environmentally friendly design, riddled with creature comforts. Features including a fully adjustable suspension seat, adjustable arm rests, […]February 22, 2011RoadbuildingPaladin Construction Group (PCG) unveiling two new quick coupler systems at ConExpo-Con/AggPaladin Construction Group (PCG) is unveiling two new quick coupler systems at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011 in the North Hall, Booth 1849. Adding the new JRB PowerLatch™ and Bradco Mini-Excavator Coupler to PCG’s extensive line of quick couplers provides customers with one single-source solution when searching for simple, yet safe ways to quickly change attachments on most […]February 22, 2011HomeObama plans to invest $3.2 billion in U.S. transit infrastructureThe Obama Administration’s budget proposal, announced Feb. 14, included a record $3.2 billion in funding for 28 transit construction projects across the United States that U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood "will increase mobility, reduce energy consumption, curb air pollution, and help our nation compete to win."February 22, 2011BusinessU.S. 2010 construction machinery exports gain 28 percentThe market for exports of U.S.-made construction machinery closed out 2010 with a gain of more than 28 percent compared to the previous year, for a total of $16.4 billion dollars’ worth of equipment sold worldwide, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). 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