Chris Hill (EQW)RoadbuildingMinnesota DOT’s noise barrier program to award $700,000 to 172 citiesThe Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT) Greater Minnesota Stand-Alone Noise Barrier program will be awarding roughly $700,000 to 172 cities for building noise barrier projects. “Currently, most of the noise barriers are in the Twin Cities area, where higher traffic counts can create noise levels that exceed state standards,” says Peter Wasko, program administrator. “There […]March 28, 2016RoadbuildingCaterpillar intros 84-inch drum CB68B tandem vibratory asphalt rollerCaterpillar has launched a new 84-inch drum tandem vibratory asphalt roller, the CB68B, which features a new operator station and multiple vibratory systems. The machine was on display at the 2016 World of Asphalt in Nashville. The new operator station, designed more like an airplane cockpit, is slightly canted toward one end. Pushing forward on […]March 25, 2016RoadbuildingNHTSA recognizes Hawaii DOT staff for traffic safety workThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has recognized Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) highway safety staff for their work to make the state’s roads safer. Specific achievements NHTSA officials cited from HDOT’s Highway Safety Annual Report for 2015 include reductions in traffic fatalities and alcohol-impaired driving fatalities. Hawaii also is the only state to name […]March 25, 2016RoadbuildingFHWA to provide $60 million in grants for transportation and congestion management technologyThe Federal Highway Administration is providing $60 million in grants to help funding advanced transportation improvement and congestion management technologies to “improve safety, efficiency, system performance and infrastructure return on investment.” “This program will take technological innovation to a new level and help to make the entire transportation network more reliable for commuters, businesses, and […]March 25, 2016RoadbuildingCaterpillar unveils PM620, PM622 cold planers with increased storage, enhanced controlsCaterpillar’s new PM620 and PM622 cold planers, introduced during the 2016 World of Asphalt in Nashville, have been developed over several years in order to allow engineers to incorporate multiple customer driven features. “This is the first time you can see the machine,” A.J. Lee, market segment manager for cold planers, said at unveiling of […]March 24, 2016RoadbuildingVolvo launches P7110B, P7170B highway-class pavers with engine, operator enhancementsVolvo Construction Equipment debuted their new highway-class P7110B (tracked) and P7170B (wheeled) highway-class pavers at the 2016 World of Asphalt in Nashville, highlighting the machines’ new Tier 4 final engines, 360-degree operator visibility and multiple screen options. The Volvo D8J, 8-liter engine features continuous passive regeneration that offers more than 12 hours of run time […]March 24, 2016RoadbuildingBomag intros BW206AD-5 tandem vibratory roller designed for smoother finishesBomag’s new BW206AD-5 tandem vibratory roller features a larger drum diameter than has been available on 84.1-inch drum models, a design change the company says will provide a smoother finish. The company introduced the machine at the 2016 World of Asphalt in Nashville. The 55.1-inch diameter drum, Bomag says, allows more impact surface area to […]March 24, 2016RoadbuildingFHWA releases $1 million in emergency relief funds for Louisiana highway, bridge damageThe Federal Highway Administration has released $1 million in emergency relief funds for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LDOTD) to assist in repairs to highways and bridges damaged during recent heavy rains. “Emergency Relief funding will allow the state to make the needed repairs so people can get back to work and go […]March 24, 2016RoadbuildingThunder Creek updates Service and Lube Trailer with boosted storage and new chassisThunder Creek has updated its Service and Lube Trailer (SLT) with features from its other line of trailers, including a new chassis, front-end design to allow for better turning radius, expanded storage and modular options. The company launched the new trailer at the 2016 World of Asphalt in Nashville. The modular tank design can hold […]March 23, 2016RoadbuildingAsphalt Pavement Alliance taps Staebell as first regional directorThe Asphalt Pavement Alliance (APA) has named Dan Staebell as its first regional director in the Northcentral region ranging from Missouri to Minnesota and Ohio to Iowa. The announcement was made during the World of Asphalt Expo in Nashville. Staebell’s new position is representative of APA’s efforts to expand its education and field deployment efforts, […]March 23, 2016Previous PagePage 155 of 225Next PageTop StoriesVideosMost Viewed Construction Equipment – Our Top 10 “Closer Look” Videos of 2025Compact equipment from Kubota, Bobcat, Volvo, Sany got the most views, but larger – and some unusual – machines also made the cut.Construction EquipmentAntique Caterpillars Rule! – Top 5 Vintage Equipment Stories of 2025Compact 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 Package
