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Dealers
Construction equipment auction companies switch to online-only during coronavirus, anticipate selling surge
Auction companies are preparing for a surge in heavy equipment sales by going to online-only operations during COVID-19. Details here on Equipment World.
April 15, 2020
Business
Dodge economist: Recession rebound will begin this summer after painful 2nd quarter impact from coronavirus
Richard Branch, chief economist for Dodge Data & Analytics, predicts the U.S. economy and the construction industry will start to bounce back in early summer.
April 15, 2020
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February 1, 2026
Business
JCB manufacturing housings of Dyson ventilators for coronavirus patients
JCB has reopened a factory closed due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic in order to aid in the production of ventilators. After suspending production at its nine UK production plants until at least the end of April, the company says it was asked by UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to help fill the […]
April 14, 2020
Business
Topcon launches free online webinars to help construction workers learn more about GPS
Topcon to offer online education on GPS and other geo-positioning topics for the construction and agriculture industry. Click for more information on Equipment World.
April 14, 2020
Business
John Deere manufacturing face shields for health care workers in coronavirus fight
John Deere has begun manufacturing face shields for health care workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 coronavirus response. Deere says it began an initial run of 25,000 face shields on April 8 at its Seeding Group facility in Moline, Illinois. Deere is collaborating with United Auto Workers, the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and the […]
April 13, 2020
Business
Survey: Contractors make their way through new coronavirus reality, with 21% saying project backlogs have decreased significantly
Editor’s Note: Make your voice heard in our next survey. How is coronavirus impacting your business? Click here to participate in the survey. As contractors make their way through the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, opinions on how it is affecting project backlogs both now and in the future seem to holding steady, according to the second weekly […]
April 10, 2020
Roadbuilding
Contractors overcome challenges to keep roadwork going during coronavirus pandemic
Contractors with active projects are facing a host of new challenges during the coronavirus pandemic. See how to stay safe and plan ahead with Equipment World.
April 10, 2020
Business
Construction firms hold safety stand down for coronavirus
Construction companies around the country stopped work briefly today for a national coronavirus safety stand down organized by the Associated General Contractors of America. During the event, crews broke into small groups with members practicing social distancing. The time was spent going over all new practices and procedures workers must follow to protect themselves […]
April 9, 2020
Business
Coronavirus will likely have long-lasting impact on used truck market
With every North American truck maker having temporarily wound down production, the near-term forecast for new truck builds is dismal, and coronavirus-fueled trepidation will soon filter its way into the used market. The volume of 4-7 year-old trucks sold at auction, according to J.D. Power, was “healthy” in February, rebounding from a typically seasonally low […]
April 7, 2020
Contractor of the Year
Ohio’s Evans Construction specializes in relationships, “doing the unusual”
One of this year's Equipment World's Contractor of the Year finalists is Dean Evans with Evans Construction in Greentown, Ohio. Learn more about Evans here.
April 7, 2020
Dealers
How dealers are making sure they can safely meet demand during the coronavirus
Dealers have the parts and personnel to keep the country going. While it’s tempting to concentrate on the immediate now, the fact to rely on the most is “this too shall pass.” But first, dealers must concentrate on keeping their employees and customers safe during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. Here are some of the best […]
April 6, 2020
Roadbuilding
Pennsylvania DOT lifts construction pause on 61 projects shut down by coronavirus
On March 17 PennDOT halted road construction to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The announcement to resume work was given on March 31.
April 6, 2020
Business
Survey: 35% of contractors seeing project backlog decreases as coronavirus impact grows
Editor’s Note: Make your voice heard in our next survey. How is coronavirus impacting your business? Click here to participate in the survey. Contractors are seeing deepening impacts as the COVID-19 coronavirus impact spreads throughout the nation, according to an Equipment World survey conducted Mar. 27-Apr. 1. When asked how their current project backlog has […]
April 3, 2020
ConExpo-Con/Agg
Thunder Creek Equipment expands size, versatility, options on new multi-tank equipment fluid handling trailers, truck bodies
Thunder Creek Equipment, which makes bulk diesel and diesel exhaust fluid handling and storage equipment, revealed two new fluid trailers and a new truck body at ConExpo 2020. The new units are designed to handle not just DEF but oil, fuel and other fluids. You can check out all the details on the new MTO, […]
April 3, 2020
Business
How contractors are required to meet new sick and family leave requirements under coronavirus law
Though contractors with fewer than 500 employees must provide paid sick and family leave for employees affected by the coronavirus – unless they have fewer than 50 employees and receive an exemption – the stimulus relief package signed March 27 provides some cash-flow help for businesses having to meet this requirement. (For more details on […]
April 2, 2020
Business
How to super-clean and disinfect construction equipment cabs against coronavirus
When the health and safety of your crew are on the line, apply these tips from automotive detailer Darren Priest to keep construction equipment clean.
April 1, 2020
Dealers
Are construction equipment dealers “essential” in the coronavirus fight?
Are construction equipment dealers 'essential'? Can you work during the coronavirus outbreak? These questions and more answered here on Equipment World.
April 1, 2020
Business
Contractors can get grant-like forgivable loans under coronavirus relief law
Contractors may apply for forgivable loans to help maintain payrolls and other business expenses under the new coronavirus stimulus package. Details here.
March 31, 2020
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