Wayne GraysonWayne Grayson is the former Executive Video Producer for Randall-Reilly; in previous positions, he served as the Executive Editor and Online Editor for Equipment World.WorkforceThough optimistic about 2017 demand, more U.S. contractors hobbled by skilled labor shortageThe latest construction hiring outlook from the Associated General Contractors of America contains both good news and bad. While the majority of U.S. contractors expect demand to grow in the public and private sectors across all market segments, they continue struggling to find qualified employees to meet that demand. And, according to the results of […]January 11, 2017PickupsRam unveils Rebel Black special edition with dark design elementsRam has unveiled a a special “Black” edition of its Rebel pickup that integrates dark design features into the stylish off-road-focused truck. The Rebel Black will be set apart from other Rebel models through the addition of black wheels, a black brush guard and an all-black interior. And though the effect of this special edition is obviously […]January 6, 2017Construction EquipmentDitch Witch’s JT10 packs power of larger HDDs in a smaller packageSaying the machine incorporates features found on larger units while maintaining the most compact footprint in its class, Ditch Witch has introduced its updated JT10 horizontal directional drill. Powered by a 66-horsepower Deutz diesel engine, Ditch Witch says the new JT10 is the most powerful HDD in its class. The drill delivers 10,000 pounds of pullback […]January 6, 2017BusinessConstruction loses 3,000 jobs in Dec. but employment remains up from 2015After reaching an 8-year high in November, employment in the U.S. construction industry fell slightly, losing 3,000 jobs in December. According to preliminary data from the Labor Department, construction now employs 6.699 million Americans. Despite the loss, construction employment remains at its highest point since December 2008 Since this is preliminary data, job data for 2016 likely won’t […]January 6, 2017Construction EquipmentCrew tops wall with mesmerizing domino brick chain reaction, goes viralWorkers on a construction crew in Australia decided to have a little fun as they put the finishing touches on a block wall and the result has brought them a reasonable amount of internet fame. It’s been hard to log onto Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc., over the last few days without seeing the video below. In […]January 5, 2017BusinessTerex completes sale of MHPS business to KonecranesTerex has announced that it has completed the sale of its Material Handling and Port Solutions Business to Finnish manufacturer Konecranes. Announced in May 2016, the sale finished at a price of $595 million plus €200 million in cash, and 19.6 million newly issued class B shares representing a 25-percent interest in Konecranes, Terex reports. Terex says […]January 5, 2017BusinessConstruction spending up 0.9% in Nov.U.S. construction spending rose 0.9 percent in November thanks to gains in both homebuilding and nonresidential projects across the public and private sectors. Spending rose to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.182 trillion and was 4.1 percent above the November 2015 mark, according to preliminary data from the Commerce Department. Private homebuilding spending rose 1 […]January 5, 2017Construction EquipmentJohn Deere intros 844K-III and Aggregate Handler config with improved hydraulics, bucketsJohn Deere has updated its 844K wheel loader with improvements to the hydraulic plumbing and the model’s Aggregate Handler configuration with a new enhanced performance bucket. Powered by a 13.5-liter Deere PowerTech engine, the 844K-III boasts 380 horsepower while the Ag Handler configuration has 401. A five-speed transmission with torque-converter lockup in gears two through five complements this Tier […]January 4, 2017PickupsFord to build a hybrid F-150 with integrated generator for jobsitesAs part of a $4.5 billion investment in the production of electric vehicles by 2020, Ford on Tuesday announced that it will introduce a hybrid drivetrain option for its F-150 pickup truck. Though rumors have been swirling the last couple of years around the possibility of a diesel-powered F-150, Ford has repeatedly said it would instead focus its […]January 3, 2017Construction EquipmentBrokk 110 RC demo machine boasts more power, improved electrical systemBoasting more efficient operation and more hitting power than its predecessor, Brokk has introduced its latest remote-controlled demolition machine, the Brokk 110. This electrically powered demolition machine features a 10-foot reach and weighs 2,183 pounds. At only 31 inches wide, the machine can fit through standard doors and inside passenger elevators. It packs 15 percent […]January 3, 2017Previous PagePage 116 of 434Next PageTop StoriesCompact Track LoadersCloser Look: Takeuchi's First EH-Controlled Compact Track LoaderTake a walkaround tour of the new electro-hydraulic CTL with 40.5 gpm of hydraulic flow, improved undercarriage and upgraded cab.Market PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Mini Excavators in 2024-2025PickupsHemi V8 or Cummins Diesel? – 2026 Ram 2500 HD Offers Hefty ChoiceVintage Equipment“The Great Tractor Race” – Cat’s 1931 Film Reveals its Early Crawlers in Zany EventFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
