Katie WoodRoadbuildingHyundai to put construction headquarters in Ga.Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas says it will locate its headquarters and warehouse facility in Norcross, Ga., creating about 100 jobs over a five-year period. Hyundai says the project represents about a $10 million investment. As a key business hub in Georgia, Norcross was selected as the site of HCE’s headquarters and warehouse facility due in […]June 24, 2011TechnologyLeica Geosystems appoints direct sales representative in North CarolinaLeica Geosystems appointed Dean Howell as direct sales representative to the state, and established a dealer relationship with Transit and Level Clinic. These new relationships will improve service and support for surveyors, contractors, engineers, and other measurement specialists in North Carolina, and shorten delivery time for new and repaired equipment. Howell has 20 years experience […]June 24, 2011BusinessHyundai to put construction headquarters in Ga.Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas says it will locate its headquarters and warehouse facility in Norcross, Ga., creating about 100 jobs over a five-year period. Hyundai says the project represents about a $10 million investment. As a key business hub in Georgia, Norcross was selected as the site of HCE’s headquarters and warehouse facility due in […]June 23, 2011TechnologyCaterpillar announces new parts distribution center in Spokane, WashingtonCaterpillar Logistics Services today announced plans to open a new parts distribution center in Spokane, Washington. The new facility will span more than a half million square feet and is part of the North American multiyear expansion and enhancement of the global Cat Parts distribution network. This facility will be the fourth parts facility to utilize […]June 23, 2011Construction EquipmentSioux introduces new customer service manager and announces new product application specialist openingSioux announced the promotion of Shelby Docken to customer service manager. Docken began his career at Sioux in November of 1988 as an inside sales manager. Over time Shelby’s position developed into a concrete market segment manager and product manager for products engineered and manufactured exclusively for this industry. Due to Shelby’s promotion Sioux now has […]June 23, 2011SafetyNational Ground Water Association ConferenceGroundwater: Cities, Suburbs, and Growth Areas — Remedying the Past/Managing for the Future Los Angeles • August 8-9, 2011 Conference overview: Greater metropolitan areas throughout the world struggle with a myriad of issues to supply their populations with potable drinking water supplies, as well as manage circumstances and situations that affect public health, safety, and […]June 22, 2011TechnologyRoadtec ships 1000th Shuttle Buggy MTVRoadtec’s parent company, Astec Industries, introduced the first material transfer vehicle, the Shuttle Buggy MTV in 1989. Roadtec’s material transfer technology has led the way to improved smoothness and even densities in asphalt pavements, which is key to durability of the asphalt surface. Now hundreds of Shuttle Buggy MTV’s are in use all over the […]June 15, 2011RoadbuildingPPI rose 0.2 percent in MayThe Producer Price Index for finished goods rose 0.2 percent in May, seasonally adjusted. This advance followed increases of 0.8 percent in April and 0.7 percent in March. The index for finished goods less foods and energy moved up 0.2 percent. To read the full report click here.June 15, 2011HomePPI rose 0.2 percent in MayThe Producer Price Index for finished goods rose 0.2 percent in May, seasonally adjusted. This advance followed increases of 0.8 percent in April and 0.7 percent in March. The index for finished goods less foods and energy moved up 0.2 percent. To read the full report click here.June 15, 2011Construction EquipmentTakeuchi adds Midwest dealerColumbus Equipment Company has joined the team of dealerships representing Takeuchi compact earthmoving equipment. Columbus Equipment Company that will provide complete Takeuchi sales, service, parts, and rental support from 6 locations. “We are excited to offer the Takeuchi product line in Ohio” said Tom Stivison, Columbus Equipment president. “Our customers depend on our strong customer […]June 15, 2011Previous PagePage 7 of 13Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyIs this Horse-Like Robot the Future of Construction Site Transportation?The Kawasaki hydrogen-powered four-legged robot can navigate challenging terrain – even climb stairs.RoadbuildingWatch Remote-Control Cat Dozers, Excavator Tackle Big Sur Landslide (Video)Compact Excavators"Big on Power" – Case CE Rolls Out 4 New Mini Excavators in Diesel and ElectricAttachmentsAre You Ready for a Tiltrotator? Here’s What’s on the MarketFeatured SponsorStop Wasting Time on Grade Checks
