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Transportation researchers, students honored at 15th Annual CUTC Awards
The Council of University Transportation Centers (CUTC) honored six individuals for their outstanding achievements in the fields of transportation research and education Jan. 21 during the 15th Annual CUTC Awards Banquet in Washington, D.C. The 2012 CUTC Awards were presented to students, educators and transportation officials in six categories: “Lifetime Achievement in Transportation Research & […]
February 1, 2012
Business
Polar appoints president of Polar Tank Trailer
Polar Corp. has appointed Jim Painter president of Polar Tank Trailer, North America’s largest manufacturer of aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel tank trailers. Painter will be responsible for overall performance of the division, including three manufacturing plants, the dealer network, and several strategic initiatives related to the dramatic growth of the tank trailer industry. […]
January 31, 2012
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Cat sells, supports Exodus Machines’ handlers
Caterpillar entered into an agreement with Exodus Machines for the design and supply of material handlers to be sold and supported exclusively by Cat dealers. These Exodus machines will be available immediately in North America and will complement Caterpillar’s current line of wheel and track material handlers greater than 25 metric tons. The handlers will […]
January 31, 2012
Business
Study: Contractors use iPads, smartphones in purchase decisions
Contractors and trade professionals are relying on smartphones and other mobile technology like laptops and tablets to assist in purchase decision-making, according to a national research study conducted by Eric Mower + Associates Group B2B. The study found that 50 percent of contractors use a smartphone, 49 percent use a laptop with mobile web access, […]
January 31, 2012
Roadbuilding
The Road Connection campaign kicks off
The first official stop of “The Road Connection” kicked off this January in Washington, D.C., during the 2012 Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Summit – held Jan. 18-21 – as part of a year-long national tour designed to bring about positive change in America’s transportation system. The Road Connection is a campaign driven by KPI-JCI and […]
January 30, 2012
Business
TRIP names new chairman, 2012 officers
A Roanoke, Va. construction executive has been named chairman of the board of TRIP, a national, nonprofit transportation research group based in Washington, D.C. Kenneth L. Lanford, president of Roanoke, Va.-based Lanford Brothers Co. Inc., has been involved in the construction field since 1977 and became a member of the TRIP Board of Directors in […]
January 30, 2012
Business
On Record
Portable Fascination By Marcia Gruver That people are sometimes entranced with what you probably take for granted – the power and performance of hydraulics – comes as no surprise to Alisa and Jason Bennett, owners of Bennett Contracting, Bradenton, Florida. In fact they are basing a side business – People at Play – on just […]
January 27, 2012
Business
Wright Tool and SMS Equipment form partnership
Wright Tool and SMS Equipment have formed a partnership in order to expand the benefits of both companies. The partnership will allow SMS Equipment’s maintenance and assembly needs to be met. In this partnership, Wright Tool will function as SMS Equipment’s preferred hand tool supplier for internal use, and the two companies will align their […]
January 27, 2012
Business
Contractor of the Year Finalist
Sonny Tresco Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Tresco Paving Year started: 1973 Number of employees: 35 Annual volume: $14 to $15 million Markets served: Asphalt paving, asphalt and concrete materials production By Tom Jackson It was a teacher’s strike at the local college that forced Sonny Tresco to forgo pursuing a professional law enforcement degree and […]
January 27, 2012
Business
CIM program releases Annual Report
The Concrete Industry Management program released its 2010-2011 Annual Report, which will be distributed this week at the 2012 World of Concrete in Las Vegas, Nevada. The National Steering Committee compiled the report, which features updates from all five CIM universities and NSC committees. Key initiatives the NSC accomplished this year were the addition of […]
January 25, 2012
Business
ACPA names winners of 22nd Annual ‘Excellence in Concrete Pavement Awards’
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) has named recipients of its 22nd annual “Excellence in Concrete Pavement” awards, which recognize quality concrete pavements constructed in the United States and Canada. The awards program encourages high-quality workmanship in concrete pavement projects, and serves as a forum for sharing information about highly successful projects. Judges representing various […]
January 23, 2012
Business
Industry economist to keynote NDA’s Annual Convention
Demolition industry economist Anirban Basu will be the keynote speaker at the National Demolition Association‘s 39th Annual Convention. The event, which will be the first convention the NDA has held in Texas, will take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio from March 10-13. Basu will address attendees on March 12 […]
January 23, 2012
Business
AEM offers guidance through regulations
AEM presented its webinar, “REACH, RoHS, WEEE, Conflict Minerals: The Important Regulations Impacting Engineers and Manufacturers,” on January 19. The seminar, which took place in partnership with the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, was designed to help companies better understand and comply with European and United States environmental rules. All companies selling into the […]
January 23, 2012
Business
Pulltarps restructures departments
Pulltarps has restructured its organization so the sales and business development departments will now function side by side and report to the Vice President of Operations. Enrique Cerda is the newly-promoted director of business development. His responsibilities include planning strategies and organizing tactics in order to expand the client base in each of Pulltarps’ markets, […]
January 23, 2012
Business
YEDP accepts applications for 2012 YEDP
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2012 Young Executive Development Program, which will take place May 29-June 1 in Washington, D.C. The YEDP will introduce young executives to the federal legislative and regulatory processes and will show participants how the two impact the transportation design and […]
January 23, 2012
Business
ARTBA Foundation seeks nominations for the 2012 Transportation Development ‘Hall of Fame’
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2012 “Transportation Development Hall of Fame.”
January 18, 2012
Business
Volvo Rents acquires SoCal Rental Equip Rent
Volvo Rents acquired SoCal Rental Equip Rent, a single location construction equipment rental company in Glendora, California, lifting Volvo Rents’ North American total to more than 80 stores in the past 12 months. The acquisition creates the sixth Volvo Rents location in California. “Buying construction equipment requires tremendous capital outlay. A company might buy a […]
January 18, 2012
Business
American Rental Association names volunteer recognition award winners
The American Rental Association (ARA) annually recognizes outstanding volunteers for their service to the association. The following are the recipients of this year’s volunteer recognition awards, which will be presented during The Rental Show in New Orleans. The Distinguished Service, Meritorious Service, Special Service and Outstanding Leadership Awards will be presented during Lunch With ARA […]
January 16, 2012
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