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New home sales nonsense–market down 20+ percent
Today’s “breaking news” that new home sales are up more than they have been in eight years is yet another case of journalists who don’t understand numbers. This has become a common occurrence now with each new batch of numbers released by the Commerce Department. If you’re trying to make business decisions based on these reports, […]
July 27, 2009
Business
Astec reports second quarter results
Astec reported its 2009 second quarter results on July 20 at 10 a.m. via conference call and webcast. The company reported a net income attributable to controlling interest of $7.7 million, down 63.5 percent from $21.1 million in the second quarter of 2008. The net income attributable to controlling interest came to $0.34 per diluted […]
July 21, 2009
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Delay in reauthorization will hurt small businesses
With the above-the-fold, front-page news story that unemployment has reached 10 percent, it’s extremely disconcerting that Congress wants to delay the reauthorization of SAFETEA-LU 18 months. Today’s testimony from Michael Filipczak, president of Elkridge-based Midasco LLC on behalf of the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), reiterated just how devastating this delay could be. Filipczak, a […]
July 16, 2009
Business
What’s it going to be?
Gas at $20 a gallon, or oil at $20 a barrel? The Internet this morning has pundits prophesying each. Bloomberg says a glut of oil on the world markets is likely to drive prices down to $20 a barrel by year’s end. And Forbes editor Christopher Steiner has just come out with a book that […]
July 16, 2009
Business
Navistar forms three regional business units
Navistar Engine Group formed three regional business units as part of its reorganization plan. The new North American, South American and Global units will be lead by Navistar veterans. Eric Tech will become president of Navistar Engine Group, Andy Dondlinger will become vice president and general manager of North American business operations, Jose Eduardo Luzzi […]
July 16, 2009
Business
Chasing Chipmunks?
Are you chasing chipmunks these days? What, you may wonder, is a chipmunk? In the 1980’s, during the early days of his first administration, Ronald Reagan told his staff, “My job as President is not to chase chipmunks.” He went on to explain that the chipmunk is one of the most prevalent critters in the […]
July 14, 2009
Business
DII names global product strategy director
Doosan Infracore International has promoted Stefan Brosick to director of global product strategy. Brosick will be responsible for supporting the global development of Doosan Infracore International product strategy, working closely with regional product strategy leaders. Brosick previously held marketing and business analyst roles with Bobcat Europe and Ingersoll Rand, as well as serving as integration […]
July 14, 2009
Business
ABC training series teaches business development
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) introduced a new Business Development training series to help member companies learn how to make their businesses more successful. The series teaches business development, leadership and client communication to company employees that come in contact with clients. Doug Jones, former IBM sales instructor and national speaker, will lead the […]
July 14, 2009
Business
Hilti loaner service minimizes downtime
Hilti Tool Fleet Management’s loaner service minimizes downtime by allowing customers to use loaned tools while their tool is being repaired. The service loans tools such as hammer drills, demolition hammers, diamond core rigs and drills, rotating and pipe lasers and select powder- and gas-actuated tools to customers and can be returned as soon as […]
July 13, 2009
Business
Behr launches new website
Behr has launched a new website that houses Behr and The Home Depot’s Direct to Pro program, which provides free order delivery to jobsite or local Home Depot stores, order fulfillment in three business days or less, factory tinting for accurate and consistent color matching and volume discounted pricing at select stores. The new site […]
July 10, 2009
Business
Machine Matters – July 2009
Enhanced features on 90-to-less-than-135 horsepower wheel loaders give you exceptional performance for your primary jobs; add attachments and you have a true multi-purpose machine. Core basics First, let’s look at the core machine. Mike Murphy, product manager with New Holland Construction, says, “When it comes to carrying loads of material over a long distance and […]
July 8, 2009
Business
GAO report shows $15.8 billion spent on paving, bridge projects in 2009
The U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) latest report on stimulus funds, released July 8, shows more than $15.8 billion has already been given to states for highway projects. The $15.8 billion is 59.5 percent of the $26.6 billion allocated to the states for pavement and bridge projects. For the report, GAO visited 16 states and […]
July 8, 2009
Business
ASCC announces conference lineup
Doug Keeley, CEO, The Mark of a Leader, will headline the 2009 annual conference of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC). Keeley‘s company inspires and motivates businesses and industries with stories of the world’s most popular leaders and brands. Some of The Mark of a Leader’s clients include Bank of America, Coca Cola, Microsoft […]
July 8, 2009
Business
Bobcat steers into Smithsonian
Bobcat’s history will soon be an exhibit for history buffs, thanks to a donation from the company. Scott Nelson, president of Bobcat, donated 58 boxes of corporate records to the Smithsonian Institute’s National Museum of American History in 2008. The records, which span from the 1940s to 2008, will be housed in the museum’s Archive […]
July 8, 2009
Business
The Work Truck Show 2010, NTEA convention to be held in St. Louis
The 2010 Work Truck Show will be held in St. Louis, Missouri, in conjunction with the 46th Annual National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) convention. The convention, training sessions and the Green Truck Summit begin March 9 and the show floor opens March 10 and lasts through March 12. The show offers attendees the opportunity to […]
July 8, 2009
Business
ICUEE 2009 promises more hands-on experience
The 2009 International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE) will feature a “Ride N Drive” track to give attendees the hands-on experience the show is known for. It will provide more than 20 educational programming sessions, more than 1 million square feet of exhibit space for more than 300 featured exhibitors, a field trip to […]
July 8, 2009
Business
Eaton combines auto, truck units
Eaton combined its auto and truck groups into one operating unit, the vehicle group. Joseph Palchak, current president of the automotive group, will lead the vehicle group. The group will continue to be a part of the company’s industrial sector, along with the aerospace and hydraulics businesses.
July 8, 2009
Business
Deere names Mack president of construction and forestry division
John Deere named Michael J. Mack, Jr., the new president of the company’s worldwide construction and forestry division. During his time at Deere, Mack served as senior vice president and chief financial officer of Deere and Company, vice president and treasurer of the finance division and as senior vice president of marketing and administration in […]
July 7, 2009
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