Equipment World Staff (EQW)EquipmentHamlin Jennings will lead new Concrete Sustainability Hub at MITHamlin Jennings, who is known among academic and industry researchers for his influential work on the fundamental chemistry of cement, will be the inaugural executive director of the Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSH), a research center established last fall at MIT in collaboration with the Portland Cement Association (PCA) and Ready Mixed Concrete (RMC) Research & […]May 6, 2010SafetyAEM introduces updated Hydraulic Excavator Safety ManualThe Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) now has available an updated Hydraulic Excavator Safety Manual with new and expanded material that reflects current industry practices. AEM safety manuals illustrate typical worksite and equipment hazards as well as safe practices in equipment preparation, operation, maintenance and transport. They are ideal for group safety sessions on the […]May 4, 2010TechnologyAnaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center honored for leadershipPlans for the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) were awarded the 2010 Compass Blueprint Recognition Award for Sustained Leadership. The Southern California Association of Governments will hold its fourth annual Compass Blueprint Recognition Awards in La Quinta, Calif., on May 5 to honor plans and projects throughout the region that coordinate land use and transportation […]May 4, 2010BaumaJCB launches new 8085 midi excavatorJCB is launching the new 8085 ZTS midi excavator, offering increased torque, reduced fuel consumption, upgraded controls and a host of detail improvements. Though similar in overall dimensions to the JCB 8080 ZTS it replaces, the JCB 8085 ZTS is more productive, yet promises lower operating costs and reduced emissions.The excavator is powered by a […]May 3, 2010BusinessGranite Construction Q1 results: Revenue down 36 percentGranite Construction  today reported a net loss of $41.0 million, or $1.09 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2010 compared with net income of $8.9 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2009. Below is a snapshot of the results, followed by a more detailed report: Revenue down 36 […]May 3, 2010HomeAPWA President?Elect Crombie awarded honorary membership in American Academy of Environmental EngineersThe American Public Works Association’s George R.The American Public Works Association’s George R. Crombie, MPA, was recently awarded Honorary Membership by the American Academy of Environmental Engineers (AAEE) at the AAEE Excellence in Environmental Engineering Awards Luncheon in Washington, D.C. The award luncheon honors distinguished people, engineering practices and research among consulting firms, public agencies […]May 3, 2010BusinessNAPA changes 2011 Annual Meeting dates to Feb. 6-9The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) has changed its 2011 Annual Meeting dates to better accommodate the program schedule. The revised information is listed below: WHAT: NAPA’s 2011 Annual Meeting WHEN: Feb. 6–9, 2011 WHERE: Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, Florida WHY: NEW – Format change: Three and a half days filled […]May 3, 2010SafetyARTBA hosting Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Power Workshop at Intl. Bridge ConferenceThe American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) will be hosting a two-day “Traffic Management & Work Zone Safety Power Workshop” in conjunction with the International Bridge Conference in Pittsburgh June 8-9. Industry experts will present on nighttime roadway construction work, federal regulations and worker protection as well as provide insight about the latest strategies […]May 3, 2010RoadbuildingNew 938H Wheel Loader and IT38H Integrated Toolcarrier Deliver High Performance with New Engine, Differential Lock, Advanced Hydraulics Technology and Fusion™ CouplerThe new Caterpillar® 938H wheel loader and IT38H with integrated toolcarrier linkage feature the Cat® C6.6 engine with ACERT® Technology for responsive power and low emissions. The new engine, differential lock system, load sensing hydraulics and increased lift and tilt forces deliver high performance in digging and material handling applications while limiting engine emissions to […]May 3, 2010BusinessConcrete Sawing & Drilling Association releases roundtable proceedingsThe Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association (CSDA) has released proceedings from three roundtable discussions held during the CSDA 2010 Convention and Tech Fair. “Roundtables continue to be a fantastic format for people to share knowledge and learn from the experiences of others,” said CSDA Executive Director Pat O’Brien in a written statement from the organization. “The […]May 3, 2010Previous PagePage 339 of 590Next PageTop StoriesBackhoe LoadersA Closer Look: Deere's New Backhoes Deliver Improved Comfort, Visibility, ControlTop-selling models – from the 310 to the 710 – get wider cabs and loads of standard features while keeping the popular powertrain.Vintage 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 AntarcticaCompact ExcavatorsA Closer Look: Yanmar’s ViO35-7 Mini Excavator Packs Power, Zero Tail Swing
