Chris Hill (EQW)RoadbuildingPennDOT employees receive Governor’s Award of Excellence, Star of Excellence AwardsThirty-five Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) employees  were recently recognized for their contributions to the agency and the state with the Governor’s Awards for Excellence and the Star of Excellence Awards. The awards recognize state employees for “exemplary job performance or service that reflects initiative, leadership, innovation and increased efficiency.” “Six PennDOT employees were part […]June 5, 2017DealersWhy Deere is buying Wirtgen: Trust, a willing exit and an eye on infrastructure constructionDeere & Company’s planned purchase of Wirtgen Group is the culmination of more than a decade of relationship building, the alignment of recent strong financial performances by Deere and a decision by brothers Stefan and Jürgen Wirtgen to exit the family business. Deere Chairman and CEO Sam Allen says the company identified Wirtgen as an […]June 2, 2017DealersBarko Hydraulics adds TraxPlus to dealer network in MississippiBarko Hydraulics, part of the Pettibone Heavy Equipment Group, has added Hickory, Mississippi-based TraxPlus to its dealer network to provide logging and landclearing equipment in the state. “TraxPlus is a wonderful addition to our dealer network,” says Alecia McKay-Jones, dealer development manager for Barko. “They have a strong background in forestry equipment and a reputation […]June 2, 2017RoadbuildingAggregate Industries SWR completes $16.5 million Blue Diamond Road widening project in NevadaThe Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) reports Aggregate Industries SWR has completed a $16.5 million widening project of the Blue Diamond Road (SR 160) in southwest Clark County. “State Route 160 is vital for the southwest valley acting as a crucial link between Las Vegas and Pahrump,” says NDOT spokesman Tony Illia. “Increased travel and […]June 2, 2017RoadbuildingUSDOT-FAA awards $527.8 million in airport infrastructure grantsThe U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $527.8 million for airport infrastructure grants to be used at 584 airports across the U.S. The grants are part of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and funds projects including runways, taxiways, airport signage, lighting and marking. “Investing in our airport […]June 2, 2017RoadbuildingTRIP: Bridge and road conditions, congestion cost Mississippi motorists $2.9 billion yearlyMississippi motorists are seeing a total of $2.9 billion in additional costs associated with vehicle operation, safety and congestion, according to The Road Improvement Program’s (TRIP) most recent state condition report. “Mississippi Transportation by the Numbers: Meeting the State’s Need for Safe Smooth and Efficient Mobility,” finds 43 percent of the states major locally and state-maintained […]June 2, 2017DealersKobelco USA adds Donneral as specialized machinery sales managerKobelco Construction Machinery USA has named David Donneral as specialized machinery sales manager with responsibility over, among other things, dealer recruitment and dealer training on specialized machinery for demolition, scrap and forestry markets. The company reports Donneral has 13 years of experience in marketing and business development experience in the scrap and demolition industries. “The […]June 1, 2017RoadbuildingDynapac NA names two VPs as new organization ramps upDynapac North America has named Fabian Salinas vice president of sales for North America, and Jamie Roush vice president of aftermarket and product support for North America, with both positions effective June 1. Atlas Copco recently announced its intent to divest the Dynapac group, an announcement followed shortly after by news that Fayat would purchase it. Salinas previously […]June 1, 2017RoadbuildingPennDOT, Gov. Wolf announce $550 million in bridge & highway projects across PhiladelphiaThe Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Gov. Tom Wolf have announced the Philadelphia region will experience more than $550 million in bridge and highway projects during the 2017 construction season. “The funding allocated for these projects not only reduces the backlog of Pennsylvania’s pavement and bridge demands, but significantly improves the growing need for […]June 1, 2017RoadbuildingIllinois Tollway awards 11 contracts valued at $53.7 millionAt its May meeting the Illinois Tollway’s board of directors approved five construction contracts and six professional engineering service contracts valued at $53.7 million. “The contracts approved today will allow us to make good on our commitment to deliver Move Illinois projects on schedule and within budget and keep our system in a state of good repair,” […]June 1, 2017Previous PagePage 30 of 225Next PageTop StoriesThe DirtKubota’s Next-Gen Excavators: Why are They So Popular?On this episode of The Dirt, we take a deep dive into Kubota’s dash-5 mini excavator lineup.Compact Track LoadersTakeuchi’s First EH-Controlled Compact Track Loader – the TL11R3Compact Track LoadersCTLs Dominate 40 Years After Tracks Added to a Skid Steer – Buyer’s Guide 2025Compact equipmentA Closer Look: Toro Debuts its First Tracked, Electric Dingo & Ultra BuggiesFeatured SponsorStop Wasting Time on Grade Checks
