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Business
First Word
Who brung ya? By Gregg Terry  Last month, I had the pleasure of attending the BCS National Championship game with my brother to experience our beloved Alabama Crimson Tide winning a record 13th national championship in the historic Rose Bowl. Alabama has a storied past in the college football world, largely built in the […]
February 24, 2010
Construction Equipment
Inspection Checkpoint: How to inspect a used excavator
Pay particular attention to two key areas: undercarriages and hydraulics. By Marcia Gruver Thoroughly inspecting a used excavator takes between one and two hours, so go into it with clear objectives. Know exactly how you plan to use the machine – including application and whether it will be a primary or backup machine – and […]
February 24, 2010
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On Record
Now hear – and see – this By Marcia Gruver  During a company meeting this past summer, Randall-Reilly editors were divided up in teams, handed a digital Flip cam video camera and given assignments such as “in light of today’s economy, illustrate a new company travel policy.” You can imagine the resulting lunacy: one […]
February 24, 2010
Maintenance
Final Word
Keep the truth in circulation  By Kirk Landers  In early January an organization called the Earth Policy Institute released a report noting that the automobile population in the United States declined in 2009 for the first time since World War II, thanks to a precipitous drop in new car sales. The group concluded […]
February 24, 2010
Construction Equipment
Delware contractor wins Wacker Neuson ride-on trowel challenge at WOC
Lee Hadenfeldt took home a win in the Wacker Neuson ride-on trowel challenge held at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas on February 4. Hadenfeldt, from H and H Construction in Doniphan, Delaware, quickly maneuvered through the challenge course and won a customized CRT 48-35VX ride-on trowel. The competition challenged the participant’s range of skills as […]
February 24, 2010
Construction Equipment
DCC announces 2010 winners
The Decorative Concrete Council, a specialty council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors, announced winners of the 2010 decorative concrete awards at World of Concrete in Las Vegas, Nevada, on February 4, 2010. The “Wow!” award for best overall project went to Bay Area Concretes for the Filmore Center Plaza.Other winners include: Cast-In-Place/Special Finishes […]
February 22, 2010
Safety
NER, SmartEquip form strategic alliance
SmartEquip and the National Equipment Register (NER)Â formed a strategic alliance to help equipment owners and manufacturers manage liability and risks associated with heavy equipment ownership. The companies combined to provide a full selection of risk management services to prevent theft, increase safety and ensure regulatory compliance.
February 19, 2010
Technology
NRMCA adds to flip book marketing tools series
The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association added another title to its pitch book marketing tools series. Concrete Overlays of Asphalt Parking Lots teaches industry promoters, concrete salespersons and concrete contractors the technology of using concrete to overlay and renew existing asphalt parking lots. The 20-page flip book includes presenter notes and touches on how and why […]
February 19, 2010
Construction Equipment
Sennebogen opens North Carolina headquarters
Sennebogen opened its new American headquarters with parts and training center in Stanley, North Carolina. The 54,000-square-foot facility features six bays for shipping and receiving and occupies a secure 32-acre site located about 20 minutes from the City of Charlotte. The location’s warehouse holds a full stock of machines and assemblies and keeps some engines in stock. The […]
February 19, 2010
Technology
CAGI’s SmartSite provides training, resources
The Compressed Air and Gas Institute introduced SmartSite, a new online learning and technical support center that provides training, resources and technical information for professionals in the compressed air industry. SmartSite uses E-learning courseware that provides training and background information for compressed air systems. Participants login to access information on air compressors, blowers, pneumatic tools […]
February 19, 2010
Construction Equipment
Material price changes from December 2009 to January 2010
The latest Producer Price Index data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) showed a 1.2 percent increase in finished goods over the month and an increase of 4.6 percent over the year. Capital equipment rose slightly at a 0.3 percent increase since December and a 0.1 increase since January 2009. Diesel fuel rose […]
February 18, 2010
Construction Equipment
Wells Fargo: Industry not optimistic in early 2010
According to the Wells Fargo construction industry survey for the first quarter 2010, most contractors and distributors are not optimistic that construction activity will improve within the year. Wells Fargo surveyed 43 service suppliers, 115 contractors and 181 distributors between January 4 and 13, 2010, for the report. More than 76 percent of those surveyed […]
February 16, 2010
Equipment
Caterpillar projects Tier 4 Interim price hikes
“The most aggressive and expensive product development initiative in Caterpillar history,” the equipment manufacturing giant’s Tier 4 Interim engine technology will utilize a “state-of-the-art integrated system” built upon the success of ACERT technology. To complement the new Clean Emissions Module (CEM), features such as new powertrain technologies and aftertreatment devices will be specifically tailored to […]
February 12, 2010
Equipment
Machine Matters – December 2009
Just looking at them you wouldn’t know that today’s generation of bulldozers is all that different from those produced in the middle of the decade. But underneath the familiar sheet metal of today’s mid-size machines sits a mother lode of new technology that in 2005 was just a twinkle in the engineers’ eyes. Weight and […]
February 12, 2010
Roadbuilding
First Word – December 2009: Whew!
The title of this month’s column is meant as a short way to say “this year has been a helluva ride for most of us, good riddance to 2009, and bring on some peace and rest during the holidays!” In a year that most experts called the worst since the Great Depression, not only did […]
February 12, 2010
Equipment
CARB postpones emissions compliance
Citing construction’s deep economic dip, the California Air Resources Board says it will issue a postponement of its March 1 emissions compliance deadline, and “until further notice, no enforcement action will be taken for noncompliance.” “The construction industry has felt the sting of the faltering economy with reduced activity and idled off-road equipment,” says James […]
February 12, 2010
Business
ASCC names new director of member services
The American Society of Concrete Contractors named Rocky R. Geans as the new director of member services. Geans will be responsible for providing the maximum value for membership and for promoting ASCC to prospective members. Geans is the owner of L.L. Geans Construction in Mishawaka, Indiana, a concrete subcontracting firm. He has served as a […]
February 11, 2010
Roadbuilding
Mike Anderson, veteran industry editor, joins Equipment World
TUSCALOOSA, Ala.– (January 2010) — Randall-Reilly, the premier business media and information company serving the construction and trucking industries, announces the addition of Michael D. Anderson to the company’s Construction Division. “Mike is well-known and respected throughout the construction equipment industry,” says Marcia Gruver, editorial director, construction division. “We’re excited about the leadership and professionalism […]
February 9, 2010
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