Staff Report (EQW)RoadbuildingCase Constructions donates 3K die-cast construction machine models to Toys for TotsCase Construction Equipment shipped more than 3,000 die-cast construction machine models to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, following the recent destruction of the organization’s toy warehouse in Dover, N.J., during Superstorm Sandy.November 26, 2012RoadbuildingVolvo Group donates $100,000 to Hurricane Sandy relief effortsThe Volvo Group says it will contribute $100,000 in support of Hurricane Sandy disaster relief efforts by the American Red Cross, the City of New York, and the City of Allentown, Pa. The Volvo Group is donating $50,000 to the American Red Cross, $25,000 to the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City and $25,000 to the City of Allentown, Pa.November 26, 2012RoadbuildingT&I Committee schedule for Week of Nov. 26, 2012The following is the schedule for the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for the week of Nov. 26, 2012: Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012 Hearing 10 a.m. ET 2167 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515 Full Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Fla.), Chairman “Getting Back on Track: A Review of […]November 26, 2012RoadbuildingARTBA-backed rule change will reduce bridge project delays; could save nearly $80 millionA change in the way the federal government reviews bridge projects for possible historical significance – one long-advocated by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) – could save taxpayers an estimated $78 million and reduce wait times for repair projects on more than 196,000 U.S. bridges. A Nov. 16 decision by the Advisory […]November 20, 2012RoadbuildingFlorida, California transportation projects named best in nationTwo high-profile transportation projects took home the top honors in the 5th annual America’s Transportation Award competition. The awards were announced Nov. during the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) annual meeting in Pittsburgh.November 20, 2012RoadbuildingUnited Rentals holding nationwide equipment sale on Dec. 6United Rentals Inc. will host an inaugural nationwide used equipment sale on Dec. 6, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. local time. The sale will be staged at more than 120 participating branches in the United States, giving buyers the opportunity to acquire quality equipment from a reputable supplier at a fraction of its […]November 16, 2012RoadbuildingWestern Star Body Builder guide updated for 2-D and 3-D layout drawings + PTO sectionWestern Star Truck Sales Body Builder Version 2.1 guide features the availability of two- and three-dimensional generic truck model layout drawings and includes a downloadable comprehensive power take-off (PTO) compatibility section. The latest updates to Western Star’s Body Builder book continue to help equipment manufacturers easily troubleshoot and integrate specialty bodies on all Western Star […]November 15, 2012RoadbuildingJohn Deere places second in InformationWeek 500 top technology innovators listDeere & Co. placed second in this year’s prestigious InformationWeek 500 – a list of the top technology innovators in the U.S. The IT and collaboration behind John Deere’s Service ADVISOR Remote have changed the way contractors view machine diagnostics. Service ADVISOR Remote enables a John Deere dealer to connect remotely to a Deere machine […]November 10, 2012RoadbuildingCARB offering free courses on diesel reg complianceThe California Air Resources Board (CARB) has scheduled the following FREE training courses for diesel vehicle owners and operators, brokers, dealers, maintenance personnel, and fleet managers. *NEW COURSE #520* – How to Comply with CARB Diesel Regulations. This course reviews the inspection process, discusses the consequences of non-compliance, and explains how to comply with CARB’s […]November 8, 2012RoadbuildingTop construction industry editor inducted into Construction Writers Association Hall of FameDuring its annual Grand Awards Dinner in Washington, D.C., the Construction Writers Association (CWA) inducted Randall-Reilly Construction Media Editorial Director Marcia Gruver Doyle into its Hall of Fame. This highly prestigious award is presented to select individuals who exemplify true lifetime achievement as journalists in the construction industry. “Marcia is welcomed and recognized on the […]November 7, 2012Previous PagePage 6 of 31Next PageTop StoriesCompact equipmentMassimo Expands UTV Line with 6-Seater T-Boss 900LThe new model packs 52 horsepower, GPS navigation and a hydraulic dump bed – for moving crews and supplies across the jobsite.The DirtWhat’s New on Komatsu’s Next-Gen PC220LC-12 Excavator? – Almost Everything!Market PulseTop-Selling New and Used Construction Equipment in the First Half of 2025Compact equipmentManitou Debuts 5 New Large-Frame Compact LoadersFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
