Equipment World Staff (EQW)Contractor of the YearPick the brains of your peers from across North America.Exchange valuable industry information with 11 other finalists – contractors who have stellar reputations in their communities, and who are engaged in seeing construction receive the respect it deserves – just like you.March 16, 2010RoadbuildingLightning Strike Screed Offers Lightweight and Versatile Screed SystemWEST FARGO, ND — The Lightning Strike Concrete Screed provides a revolutionary, lightweight and versatile roller screed option enabling easy transport and one-man set up. The lightweight design eliminates the need for extra hands on the job, making screed projects a two-person job. The versatility of the screed enables a variety of applications including pervious […]March 16, 2010Construction EquipmentJCB’s sets goal to raise $1 million for Haiti on 3,000-mile charity driveIn response to the ongoing needs in Haiti, construction equipment manufacturer JCB today announced its Backhoe Across America charity drive, a national initiative in partnership with the American Red Cross. The cross-country campaign features a JCB 3CX backhoe loader, which will travel from Georgia to California to help raise the still-needed funds that will be […]March 15, 2010Contractor of the YearHave a choice seat at the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.See where Las Vegas goes racing. As the guest of Caterpillar NASCAR team, you’ll have guest privileges at the Cat hospitality tent, meet the Cat driver and receive a pit pass to get an up-close look at the garage action.March 15, 2010Contractor of the YearEnjoy three days in Las Vegas as our guest at Caesars Palace.The Contractor of the Year program is held at one of the most premier locations on the Las Vegas strip, Caesar’s Palace. This 3 day Awards weekend will be an spectacular experience you will never forget!March 15, 2010BusinessAlabama Senate OKs $1 billion in road fundsThe Alabama Senate approved a $1 billion package on March for road and bridge construction during the next decade that would be nearly twice the size of the federal stimulus funding Alabama received for highways, the Associated Press reports. The Senate voted 25-10 for the proposal by Democratic Sen. Lowell Barron of Fyffe. Support came […]March 12, 2010BusinessHouse OKs $15 billion jobs bill, Senate to vote on amendments March 16Congressional Democrats made headway on their top legislative priority — job creation — when the House of Representatives approved a $15 billion package of tax credits and highway construction. The 217-to-201 vote gave Democrats a much-needed victory after weeks of delay caused by Republican tactics, a record-setting snowstorm, and internal bickering. More job-creation efforts are […]March 12, 2010HomeFinalistsMarch 12, 2010BusinessRules and CriteriaThe Equipment World Contractor of the Year contest, sponsored by Caterpillar, recognizes contractors who have annual revenues of between $3 million and $15 million and who exemplify the highest standards of construction professionals: business acumen, equipment management expertise, attention to safety and community involvement. Contractors who meet these qualifications are invited to enter. Contractors also […]March 12, 2010Contractor of the YearHave a choice seat at the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.See where Las Vegas goes racing. As the guest of Caterpillar NASCAR team, you’ll have guest privileges at the Cat hospitality tent, meet the Cat driver and receive a pit pass to get an up-close look at the garage actionMarch 12, 2010Previous PagePage 353 of 591Next PageTop StoriesCompact Utility LoadersA Sherpa – on Tracks! Z40T, Z50T Stand-on Mini Track Loaders UnveiledWhen wheels won't cut it, the new Z40T and Z50T deliver up to 25 horsepower and 2,006 pounds of breakout force in a 38-inch-wide footprint.ExcavatorsLiebherr Revamps Gen 8 Excavators for Greater Fuel Efficiency, PerformanceOff-Road Trucks60 Years After “Gravel Charlie” – Articulated Dump Truck Buyer’s Guide 2026Backhoe LoadersCloser Look: Cat's Largest Backhoes, the 440 & 450, Enter Next GenerationFeatured SponsorNew Holland Bets on Simple Machine Control
