Chris Hill (EQW)DealersUnited Rentals reports nearly flat year-over-year 3Q resultsUnited Rentals has reported nearly flat year-over-year results for the third quarter of 2016, with total revenue at $1.508 billion compared to $1.550 billion for the same period last year. Rental revenue was nearly unchanged at $1.322 billion compared to $1.326 billion in 2015. Breaking down the rental revenue, the company reported owned equipment revenue […]October 28, 2016RoadbuildingMissouri Coalition of Roadway Safety present highway safety awardsThe Missouri Coalition of Roadway Safety (MCRS) recently presented five awards for statewide highway safety programs and 13 awards for regional programs at the 2016 Traffic Safety and Blueprint Conference. The awards are presented every two years. “We very much appreciate the efforts of all who are involved to encourage safe driving, and we will […]October 28, 2016RoadbuildingWisconsin vehicle miles traveled reaches all-time high at 62.1 billion milesThe Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) says the statewide vehicle miles traveled (VMT) for the state reached 62.1 billion miles in 2015, a jump of 2.1 billion miles compared to 2014 and the highest every recorded. The state had not seen an increase of that magnitude in 17 years, and WisDOT attributes the boost to […]October 28, 2016RoadbuildingNCDOT opens public comment period for 10-year transportation plan project scoringThe North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is accepting public comments on division-level projects included in the state’s 10-year transportation plan until November 7. The agency opened the plan to public participation earlier this year and reported a “record” response both online and at regional meetings. NCDOT reported more than 3,000 people visited the website […]October 28, 2016DealersDeutz to provide remanufactured engines for Genie aerial equipmentDeutz will now provide remanufactured Deutz Xchange engines for Terex Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) Reconditioning Services to be used in reconditioned Genie aerial equipment, including boom lifts, scissor lifts and telehandlers. “Terex was impressed with the three-year transferrable warranty that we offer with our Deutz Xchange engines,” says Robert Mann, Deutz president and CEO. “That […]October 27, 2016RoadbuildingIllinois Tollway’s proposed budget includes $915.1 million for Move Illinois projectsThe Illinois Tollway’s 2017 Tentative Budget includes $915.1 million in funding for Move Illinois projects and $336 million for annual maintenance and operations. The agency projects revenue of $1.38 billion. “The business of the Illinois Tollway is moving goods and services that support our economy, as well as providing for safe and efficient travel for […]October 27, 2016RoadbuildingTemporary repairs begin on Florida A1A after Hurricane Matthew damageThe Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) selected Halifax Paving to complete temporary repairs to sections of Florida A1A in Flagler Beach which was damaged by Hurricane Matthew earlier this month. The project is valued at $3.95 million and involves repairs to a 1.3-mile section of the roadway. FDOT says the primary focus of the project […]October 27, 2016RoadbuildingWisconsin gets $1.6 million from FHWA for road and bridge repairsThe Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is providing $1.6 million in emergency relief funds to Wisconsin to use for repairs to roads and bridges damaged by recent flooding there. Heavy rains and flooding from severe storms in August and September damaged roads in 17 counties across state, causing washouts of roads, culverts and mutli-use paths. “We […]October 27, 2016DealersFecon adds Five Star Equipment to dealer networkForestry and vegetation management equipment manufacturer Fecon has added Five Star Equipment’s eight locations to its dealer network. Five Star will carry Fecon FTX tracked carriers and rubber tire tractors, as well as Bull Hog forestry mulchers and forestry attachments. “The team at Five Star Equipment is excited to partner with Fecon, so we can […]October 26, 2016RoadbuildingNHTSA proposed guidance aims to improve motor vehicle cybersecurityThe U.S Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued proposed guidance for improving motor vehicle cybersecurity as a means of protecting against “malicious cyber-attacks and unauthorized access.” “Cybersecurity is a safety issue, and a top priority at the Department,” says Transportation Se. Anthony Foxx. “Our intention with today’s guidance is to […]October 26, 2016Previous PagePage 103 of 225Next PageTop StoriesConstruction EquipmentAntique Caterpillars Rule! – Top 5 Vintage Equipment Stories of 2025A 1950s "Twin D8"; antique Holt, Best and Cat tractors; and a zany 1931 film of Caterpillar's "The Great Tractor Race" made our top-5 list.Compact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Develon DX35Z-7 Mini Excavator Excels at Digging in Tight SpacesExcavatorsKomatsu's New PC365-11 Hybrid Excavator Boosts Power, Cuts Fuel UseCompact equipmentCloser Look: Bobcat's UV34XL UTV with New Limited PackageCompact Wheel LoadersThe Right Fit for Your Jobsite? – Compact Wheel Loader Buyer's Guide 2025-26
