Chris Hill (EQW)RoadbuildingN. Carolina DOT reports record response to 10-year transportation planThe North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) says it received “record” response to its call for public participation on its 2018-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program planning, citing a combination of an online survey tool and regional meetings for the interactions. “We know people are busy, and it’s not always possible or convenient to attend meetings,” […]August 10, 2016RoadbuildingUSDOT recognizes PennDOT as ‘model’ for highway project innovationU.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) leaders recently honored the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) for being a “model” for the country “in using state-of-the-art technologies” on highway projects. Deputy Transportation Sec. Victor Mendez and Federal Highway Administrator Gregory Nadeau recognized the agency during PennDOT’s Innovation Showcase in Harrisburg. “For many […]August 9, 2016RoadbuildingMassDOT hires Jackie DeWolfe as Director of Sustainable MobilityThe Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has named LivableStreets Alliance Executive Director Jackie DeWolfe as its new Director of Sustainable Mobility. “We believe Jackie’s experience promoting bicycling, walking, and public transit across the Commonwealth will be valuable to MassDOT as we work to integrate new designs into traditional road projects and strengthen our communities by […]August 9, 2016RoadbuildingArizona DOT receives Gordian’s 2015 Harry H. Mellon Award of ExcellenceThe Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has received the 2015 Harry H. Mellon Award of Excellence in Job Order Contracting from the Gordian Group for repairs on U.S. 89A after the House Rock flash flood last year. The Gordian Group has presented the award each year since 2007. It honors those “who work hard on […]August 9, 2016RoadbuildingIowa DOT asks for public comment on future of state’s transportationThe Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) is seeking comments from the public on its Iowa in Motion 2045 long-range transportation plan. The agency in February asked for public feedback on investment categories and strategies for transportation projects. Iowa DOT used the comments to help create the “overall system vision and the types of investments […]August 9, 2016RoadbuildingNew Kenco Dual Lift attachment moves two barrier walls at a timeKenco’s new Dual Lift attachment can lift and move two barrier walls at a time and is fully automatic for hands-free operation, the company says. The Dual Lift can grip a barrier when it is set down and releases only when it has been placed into position. Kenco says the attachment can fit “any type […]August 8, 2016RoadbuildingContractors, workers suffering after one month of N.J. transportation project shutdownOne month after New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ordered a shutdown of Transportation Trust Fund (TTF) projects due to a funding showdown with the state general assembly, contractors and workers continue to suffer the repercussions. The shutdown affects 900 projects valued at roughly $650 million. Intact projects are those that are funded by the federal […]August 8, 2016RoadbuildingNHTSA will soon post autonomous vehicle guidelines for manufacturersThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) plans to release guidelines for autonomous vehicles in a few months, focusing on performance standards, policy guidelines for state regulation consistency and the agency’s governance desires for the vehicles. According to a report by the Detroit Free Press, NHTSA Administrator Mark Rosekind wants the guidelines available as soon as […]August 8, 2016RoadbuildingThe future of work zone safety: Intelligent transportation systems and smarter project coordinationConstruction work zones are some of the most brightly designated areas along roads and highways, even rivaling the ubiquitous billboard. Unfortunately, that visibility hasn’t stopped accidents in what the public assumes is a cordoned-off haven. In 2014, 116 workers deaths occurred in road construction sites, according to the latest figures available from the U.S. Bureau […]August 5, 2016RoadbuildingUSDOT, Australia partner on transportation funding, technology ideasThe U.S. Department of Transportation and the Australia Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure are partnering on an information exchange program to collaborate and share strategies on infrastructure investment, technologies and innovation. Transportation Sec. Anthony Foxx and Australia Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Darren Chester signed a Memorandum of Cooperation August 3 that enables the exchange […]August 5, 2016Previous PagePage 125 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
