Equipment World Staff (EQW)RoadbuildingKirk Landers, Editor EmeritusI’ve told the story about the European town’s experiment with highway-heated water to various road groups over the years, suggesting that industry should support further research.May 7, 2012RoadbuildingTIFIA transportation project loan program under fireCongress will begin reconciling reauthorization bills that contain significantly increased funding for a somewhat controversial loan program.May 7, 2012RoadbuildingIn CourtA case of responsiveness and balance in a contract.May 7, 2012RoadbuildingClass 8 orders continue to fallFTR Associates released data showing April Class 8 truck total net orders at 16,877 units, the lowest number since September 2010.May 7, 2012RoadbuildingRoadScienceAdmixtures change PCC performance.May 6, 2012RoadbuildingHighway ContractorA Kansas project delivers, and a variety of 4-inch concrete overlays renew Iowa county roads.May 6, 2012RoadbuildingHighway ContractorA Kansas project delivers, and a variety of 4-inch concrete overlays renew Iowa county roads.May 6, 2012HomeHill International awarded $1.9 million on SoCal contractsConstruction risk management company Hill International has been awarded two contracts to provide construction management services on transportation improvement projects in Southern California. The two contracts have a combined estimated value of nearly $1.9 million. The first contract is from the City of Riverside and is to manage construction of the Iowa Avenue grade separation project. The second contract is from the City of Loma Linda and is to manage construction of the Stewart Street improvement project, which includes an underpass, road widening and a new pedestrian bridge.May 4, 2012HomeKraton Polymers increasing general price for polymers, compoundsKraton Polymers LLC is increasing its general price in North, Central and South America of $330/MT or 15 cpp, for all Kraton SIS and SIBS polymers and compounds. Subject to the terms of any applicable contracts, these price increases will take effect June 1, 2012.May 2, 2012BusinessMDU Resources Group reports Q1 earnings of $42.8 millionMDU Resources Group on April 30 reported first quarter consolidated earnings of $35.6 million, or 19 cents per common share, compared to $42.8 million, or 23 cents per common share for the first quarter of 2011. First quarter 2011 earnings include the effect of an approximate $4 million benefit related to the favorable resolution of […]April 30, 2012Previous PagePage 97 of 591Next PageTop StoriesGraders/ScrapersCaterpillar Adds Joystick Option for Next-Generation 140 Motor GraderJoystick or lever? We break down the pros and cons. The 140 also gets a new nine-speed transmission, enhanced visibility and upgraded tech.Construction EquipmentCaterpillar Previews 5 Autonomous Equipment Lines at CES (Video)Compact TractorsCloser Look: Kubota’s New Grand L70 Tractors Completely Redesigned After 12 YearsTechnologyA UTV from Toyota? – “Scion 01 Concept” Hybrid Side-by-Side UnveiledPickups2026 Ford F-150 Revealed: Choice of 8 Trims, 5 Engines Including Hybrid, V8
