Don McLoudDon McLoud is the executive editor of Equipment World. He can be reached at [email protected].BusinessOSHA issues new guidance on face masks for working in the heatThe U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued new guidelines for wearing cloth face coverings while working outside in hot and humid conditions or while performing strenuous outdoor activities. The guidance includes allowing outdoors workers in construction, landscaping and other similar fields to take off their face cover when they can stay at least […]September 22, 2020RoadbuildingOregon DOT faces hundreds of miles of roads damaged by wildfiresThe Oregon Department of Transportation reports that hundreds of miles of roads in the state have been damaged by wildfires. Just on the Oregon 22 North Santiam Highway, the ODOT estimates hundreds of thousands of hazard trees need to be cleared. Crews are also clearing trees on OR 138 and OR 126 McKenzie Highway. “It […]September 21, 2020RoadbuildingHurricane Sally Damages New Pensacola Bay Bridge, closes dozens of roads, bridges in Ala., Fla.The new Pensacola Bay Bridge is one of dozens of roadway casualties to Hurricane Sally, which made landfall September 15 near Gulf Shores, Alabama. The bridge on U.S. 98 between Pensacola and Gulf Breeze, Florida, known as the Three Mile Bridge, has been damaged in several locations, according to the Florida Department of Transportation. FDOT […]September 17, 2020Vintage EquipmentCollector Finds Rare 1921 J.D. Adams Crawler Motor Grader on eBay: ‘I’ve never seen another one like it’Kelly Ronningen’s collection consists of J.D Adams horse-drawn road graders and a unique tracked motor grader. Check out his collection here on Equipment World.September 16, 2020RoadbuildingMichigan expands use of carbon fiber as alternative bridge materialCarbon fiber continues to grow in popularity as an alternative to steel-reinforced concrete bridges, and a recent report indicates the material can stand up to years of harsh weather. Lawrence Technological University tested carbon fiber reinforced polymer components for four years to determine how well they would endure the Michigan’s harsh weather and other conditions. […]September 16, 2020RoadbuildingHow Soil Compactors Are Getting Even Easier To OperateWhen it comes to choosing a soil compactor, do you know which is right for you? Check out these tips from Equipment World and find out what is on the market.September 14, 2020Construction EquipmentNew Cat 963 Track Loader Has New Cab, More PowerThe cab on the 963 crawler loader also gets an upgrade with suspension seat, adjustable armrests, rearview camera and 10-inch touchscreen.September 10, 2020RoadbuildingGDOT celebrates widened I-85 near Atlanta, prepares for 2nd phaseThe Georgia Department of Transportation recently celebrated the opening of the first phase of widening of Interstate 85 north of Atlanta, a project that was completed 41 days ahead of schedule. Instead of having an in-person ceremony, the GDOT created a “virtual ribbon-cutting” to mark the occasion: The project adds a lane in each direction, […]September 10, 2020Construction EquipmentVermeer Unveils High-Capacity VXT500, VXT600 Vacuum Excavators With More Versatile DesignThe new models are the result of an agreement with Vacuum X-Traction to supply Vermeer-branded truck-mounted vacuum excavators to be sold by Vermeer dealers.September 9, 2020RoadbuildingFAST Act expiration, highway fund deficit, state revenue drops loom over CongressThese looming issues are leading transportation infrastructure advocates to call for immediate action to ensure funding for road and bridge construction.September 8, 2020Previous PagePage 134 of 268Next PageTop StoriesGraders/ScrapersCaterpillar Adds Joystick Option for Next-Generation 140 Motor GraderJoystick or lever? We break down the pros and cons. The 140 also gets a new nine-speed transmission, enhanced visibility and upgraded tech.Construction EquipmentCaterpillar Previews 5 Autonomous Equipment Lines at CES (Video)Compact TractorsCloser Look: Kubota’s New Grand L70 Tractors Completely Redesigned After 12 YearsTechnologyA UTV from Toyota? – “Scion 01 Concept” Hybrid Side-by-Side UnveiledPickups2026 Ford F-150 Revealed: Choice of 8 Trims, 5 Engines Including Hybrid, V8
