Equipment World Staff (EQW)RoadbuildingGilbane publishes fall 2012 Construction Industry Economic ReportGilbane Building Company has published the fall 2012 edition of Construction Economics—Market Conditions in Construction, a free report based on economic data, construction starts and material cost trends. The report indicates an increase in construction spending over the last year but cautions of an expected downturn again in early 2013. The report covers topics such […]October 16, 2012RoadbuildingSany promotes director of engineering and development for crawler cranesSany has promoted John Lanning, formerly the company’s research and development director for crawler cranes, to director of engineering and development for Sany crawler cranes globally. Lanning’s new post carries with it two titles, including deputy general manager of Sany Heavy Industry. His main duties will be as director of the R&D Institute of Sany Zhejiang […]October 16, 2012BusinessOn RecordOne seller’s global reach illustrates potential ULSD shutout  Tracking what one seller – Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers – sold worldwide in 2011 from U.S. equipment auctions illustrates the global reach of U.S.-sourced equipment. Ritchie sold this equipment to more than 30 countries – and only seven currently have ULSD fuel.  By Marcia Gruver Doyle  […]October 16, 2012TechnologyBaldwin promotes vice presidentsBaldwin Filters has promoted Rich Palmer to vice president, worldwide original equipment sales. He succeeds Gary Grabau, who has assumed the position of vice president, strategic OE initiatives with Baldwin. Palmer will be responsible for Baldwin’s global original equipment sales. Palmer started his career with Baldwin in 1987 as an intern in the purchasing department. […]October 15, 2012SafetyCintas launches new websiteIn addition to providing personal protective apparel in North America, Cintas also provides employers with an online resource to stay updated regarding standards and guidelines for safety compliance in the workplace. Cintas has launched a new website dedicated to its Flame Resistant Clothing line. The website was created in order to educate companies about risks […]October 11, 2012RoadbuildingApplications & InnovationsLet the job site be the judge of whether to use tires or tracks.October 9, 2012RoadbuildingSuperthin Concrete OverlaysSpurred forward by some brave new thinking, the concrete pavment industry is moving toward thinner concrete overlays these days — down to three inches, even two inches.October 9, 2012RoadbuildingRoad ScienceForensic studies give clue to pavement failure.October 9, 2012RoadbuildingHighway ContractorResearchers dig into sub-bases.October 9, 2012RoadbuildingLattatudesWhen mountains of outgoing paperwork from agencies require mountains of incoming paperwork from contractors, engineers, designers, etc., costs, delays and unnecessary work and procedures are apt to be the by-product.October 9, 2012Previous PagePage 64 of 590Next PageTop StoriesCompact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Case CE's Newest and Largest Electric Mini Excavator, the CX25EVThe battery-powered compact excavator delivers the same power as a comparable-sized 34-horsepower diesel machine, without the noise or emissions.Market PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Articulated Dump Trucks and Sales Trends for 2024-2025Compact Utility LoadersVermeer Rolls Out 4 New ML Series Stand-on Mini Track LoadersVintage EquipmentWatch Antique Tractors from Holt, Best, Caterpillar at HCEA Show 2025Pickups2026 GMC Canyon Revealed: 4 Trims, 7,700 Lbs. Towing, Loads of Features