Equipment World Staff (EQW)BusinessAssociated Builders and Contractors prevails in project labor agreement disputeAssociated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has been successful in having a mandatory project labor agreement removed from the bidding process for the construction of an Armed Forces Reserve center in Camden, N. J. In response to a bid protest filed with the Government Accountability Office by ABC member Wu & Associates, Inc. of Cherry Hill, […]August 26, 2010Safety‘Contractor Safety’ Webinar set for Sept. 14The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) will host a Webinar on “Contractor Safety” on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at 3 p.m. EDT. The one-hour Webinar will be conducted by Adele Abrams, of The Law Offices of Adele Abrams. Whether it’s issues tied to pending legislative mandates on reporting, or challenges on training contractors, the […]August 26, 2010BusinessSAF-Holland expects ‘significant sales growth’SAF-Holland S.A. says it expects significant sales growth to more than EUR 550 million in the current fiscal year, after reaching EUR 419.6 million in 2009. Earnings are positively influenced by growing sales. The Group benefits from rising demand and its own efficiency improvements. Adjusted EBIT increased substantially to EUR 14.6 million in the first […]August 26, 2010HomeTrade groups, gov’t agencies sign asphalt recycling agreementTrade associations that represent 150 million tons a year of asphalt recycling signed a cooperative agreement aimed at doubling the rate of reuse/recycling of asphalt pavements within five years. The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and the Asphalt Recycling and Reclaiming Association (ARRA) were the main signers of the the agreement. The Federal Highway Administration […]August 26, 2010RoadbuildingTough, Dependable Air Tools! Ergonomic Design Reduces FatigueAvoid back ache and strain with Kaeser’s line of ergonomic paving breakers! The KPB series is available in 50, 60 and 90 lb models. These tools are specifically designed to reduce fatigue and increase productivity, without compromising performance or price. Plus, integral noise mufflers reduce noise pollution and the risk of hearing loss. A variety […]August 26, 2010RoadbuildingKomatsu America Corp. Launches New D65-16 Crawler DozersRolling Meadows, IL, June 24, 2010—Komatsu America Corp. today introduced its new line of D65-16 crawler dozers. Komatsu’s new crawler dozers are powered with the fuel efficient 8.27 Liter, EPA Tier 3 emission certified Komatsu SAA6D114E-3 engine. These new models push with a net (ISO 9249 / SAE J1349) 205 HP at 1950 rpm. A […]August 26, 2010RoadbuildingSnowEx Introduces New Spreader Options for Dump BodiesWARREN, Mich. — The new SP-2200 and SP-2200-H from SnowEx provide under-tailgate options for installing spreaders on dump bodies. These spreaders mount underneath the rear gate of dump bodies, rather than replacing the gate. They are available with either electric (SP-2200) or hydraulic (SP-2200-H) drives to further meet individual needs. A mounting kit comes standard […]August 26, 2010Technology28 projects, 6 bridges win PCI Design AwardsTwenty-eight projects, comprising six bridges and 22 buildings throughout North America, were named winners in the 2010 PCI Design Awards competition sponsored by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute. “These outstanding projects were singled out for extraordinary design, attention to detail, innovation, speed of construction, and industry advancement,” Vijay Chandra, Transportation jury member and senior vice president […]August 25, 2010TechnologyDoosan Portable Power names Diesel Machinery as dealerDoosan Portable Power has named Diesel Machinery Inc. (DMI) of Sioux Falls, S.D., an authorized dealer of its complete portfolio of portable and light construction equipment. DMI will offer the legacy line of Ingersoll Rand-branded portable air compressors, as well as its full line of mobile generators, light towers and light compaction equipment. DMI started […]August 25, 2010RoadbuildingELGIN SWEEPER INTRODUCES CROSSWIND SPECIALTY SWEEPER FOR RACETRACK SWEEPING AND MAINTENANCE APPLICATIONSELGIN, Ill. (Aug. 20, 2010) – The new Crosswind Specialty Track Sweeper from Elgin Sweeper is making its debut at NASCAR racetracks around the country this racing season. This regenerative air sweeper includes unique features developed for racetrack sweeping and maintenance applications, including a 20,000 CFM-rated blower, a hydraulically-driven, plastic bristle side broom on one […]August 25, 2010Previous PagePage 311 of 591Next PageTop StoriesCompact Utility LoadersA Sherpa – on Tracks! 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