Lauren Heartsill DowdleTechnologyAstec introduces new logo for its companiesAstec companies Telsmith, Breaker Technology and Osborn Engineered Products debuted newly designed logos that support ongoing global, single-source marketing initiatives. Telsmith, based in Mequon, Wisconsin, manufactures mineral processing equipment and fully integrated systems to companies within the crushed stone, sand and gravel, concrete and asphalt recycling and metal mining industries. BTI manufactures and distributes a […]January 4, 2011SafetyNCCER releases rigger and signal person certification programsThe National Center for Construction Education and Research released a certification program for signal person and a three-level certification program for riggers (basic, intermediate and advanced). These programs include written assessments and practical examinations that meet or exceed current ASME consensus safety standards and OSHA 29 CFR part 1926 subpart CC. To offer these programs, […]January 4, 2011TechnologySoutheastern Equipment becomes distributor for TerexSoutheastern Equipment was named a distributor for Terex Roadbuilding, including the manufacturer’s full line of asphalt mobile, concrete and landfill equipment, in Ohio, Indiana and Michigan. Strengthening Terex Roadbuilding distribution in these states, Southeastern now offers contractors and producers local sales and after-the-sale parts and service support for concrete pavers and plants, landfill compactors, asphalt […]January 4, 2011RoadbuildingWacker Neuson looks to enhance Web presenceEquipment Web Services, a division of Dominion Enterprises, partnered with Wacker Neuson, a global manufacturer of light equipment and compact construction machines. The relationship was formed to increase and enhance the presence of Wacker Neuson’s dealers on the Web. EWS, a component of the Commercial Web Services family, is a comprehensive Internet solutions provider for […]January 2, 2011RoadbuildingCARB votes for new diesel emissions ruleCalifornia Air Resources Board voted in favor of a new diesel emissions rule that will protect jobs and safeguard air quality. The National Contractors Group that negotiated the rules said the final version will give struggling construction firms more time to comply than the original version, while delivering lower emissions. The revised rule approved by […]December 20, 2010Construction EquipmentDeere to build new equipment plant in ChinaDeere says it will invest $50 million in a new manufacturing plant in China to make construction equipment. The new plant in Tianjin will produce four-wheel-drive loaders and excavators. It will be the Moline, Illinois, company’s sixth manufacturing plant in China, and it will be near an existing John Deere factory that makes tractor components. […]December 20, 2010BusinessGenie opens online storeGenie launched a new online “Genie Store,” which provides literature and promotional items to customers and business partners. The Genie Store also can be found on the main Genie website under “Dealer Tools.” To being using the new site, users must first create a free account. Customers and partners can place orders for products such as […]December 20, 2010SafetyWright Tool introduces tool test programWright Tool introduced its new tool test program that challenges contractors to test Wright Tool’s United States-made tools for safety, professional quality and the highest value for the price. The tool test program allows contractors to request up to eight different Wright Tool products through the online site and use them for 30 days from […]December 20, 2010EquipmentCARB votes for new diesel emissions ruleCalifornia Air Resources Board voted in favor of a new diesel emissions rule that will protect jobs and safeguard air quality. The National Contractors Group that negotiated the rules said the final version will give struggling construction firms more time to comply than the original version, while delivering lower emissions. The revised rule approved by […]December 20, 2010TechnologyRed Dot expands test facilitiesRed Dot expanded its advanced engineering and test center to include dedicated facilities for conducting vibration, acoustics, electromagnetic and radio frequency interference and blower-lifecycle validation. The new test areas are part of the company’s H.G. Runnings Technical Center in Seattle. The new areas include an electrodynamic shaker, blower test cell, acoustic test lab and EMI/RFI […]December 20, 2010Previous PagePage 22 of 43Next PageTop StoriesExcavatorsKomatsu's New PC365-11 Hybrid Excavator Boosts Power, Cuts Fuel UseA fully electric swing system increases swing speeds for the 38-metric-ton model while converting wasted energy into a 70-horsepower boost.Compact equipmentCloser Look: Bobcat's UV34XL UTV with New Limited PackageCompact Wheel LoadersThe Right Fit for Your Jobsite? – Compact Wheel Loader Buyer's Guide 2025-26Pickups2026 Ford Maverick Revealed: Compact Pickup Gets Choice of 5 Trims, 2 EnginesCompact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Kubota’s New U17-5 Mini Excavator Gets Tough in Tight Spaces
