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Construction Equipment

Caterpillar stresses technology, unveils 336F H hybrid excavator and compact wheel loader

If there’s one word that Caterpillar wants you to take away from this year’s ConExpo it’s “technology.” And the equipment manufacturer had plenty of it to show off in a pre-ConExpo press event that included the unveiling of an update to its hydraulic hybrid excavator. F Series excavators The 336F H contains the same three-part […]

March 3, 2014

Roadbuilding

Two dead in Alabama bridge construction accident

Two construction workers were killed Wednesday in a bridge construction accident in Montgomery, Alabama, according to a report from WSFA 12 News. The bridge construction site, located on Highway 80 East, is part of the Montgomery Outer Loop project, a portion of the I-85 extension project that will connect Interstate 65 in South Montgomery to […]

January 8, 2014

Roadbuilding

10 States with the Worst Drivers

When I’m driving, if someone cuts me off, I’ll momentarily think, “These are some of the worst drivers!” Now, that’s a bit melodramatic. But for drivers in 10 states, that statement isn’t too far from the truth. CarInsuranceComparison.com released a report on Monday on the worst drivers by state. Here are the top 10: 10. […]

December 19, 2013

Business

The RINOs charge: Republicans’ return to the middle signals hope for infrastructure funding

With Chris Christie easily winning his second term as governor of New Jersey and Bradley Byrne winning his first election to the House of Representatives from Alabama’s District 1 yesterday, pundits on the left are hailing the resurgence of what they see as moderate republicans. If this is the beginning of a trend, it may […]

November 6, 2013

Roadbuilding

Weirdest U.S. Driving Laws

Don’t run red lights or stop signs. Stay on your side if there are double lines. These are all laws we know and hopefully abide by – but what about these crazy rules? Many states have outlawed texting while driving. But California has taken it a step further and made touching your map app while […]

September 2, 2013

Business

Recession-weary Ala. construction firm auctions $26 million in earthmoving equipment

Tomorrow, one of the largest auctions of construction equipment in the state of Alabama’s history will be held in Tuscaloosa, where struggling Racon Inc. will sell off $26 million worth of machines. In all, 675 pieces of equipment will be auctioned off including 300 to 350 earthmoving machines and 45 pickup trucks. You can view […]

March 19, 2013

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Who will win the BCS National Championship?

A showdown for the ages is fast approaching. On January 7, the undefeated no. 1 Notre Dame Fighting Irish will take on the 12-1, no. 2 Alabama Crimson Tide in the BCS National Championship game.

January 2, 2013

Business

TBEI names Terry Campbell as general manager of Ox Bodies

TBEI has named Terry Campbell as general manager of Ox Bodies. He will have direct responsibility over all sales operations at the company’s Fayette, Alabama facility. Campbell has more than 20 years of engineering and management experience in the heavy metal fabrication, transportation and trailer industries. He recieved his BS in industrial management from the […]

December 19, 2012

Business

Fontaine creates 100 jobs in Jasper, Alabama

Fontaine Trailer is adding 100 jobs in Jasper, Alabama, AL.com reported. According to the Birmingham Business Journal, the jobs will come as a result of an expansion project. Part of the funding will come from a portion of the $500,000 community development block grant Alabama Governor Robert Bentley awarded for two expansion projects in Walker […]

November 30, 2012

Construction Equipment

Clement names sales, marketing vice president

Clement Industries has named Thomas Boler as the company’s vice president of sales and marketing. Boler, an Alabama native, graduated from the University of Alabama with a BS in marketing.  He was a member of Alabama’s national championship football teams in 1978 and 1979.  At Clement, Boler succeeds William “Bill” Garrison, who spent 25 years […]

October 8, 2012

Construction Equipment

NorAm appoints new dealers

Wagner Equipment Company, based in Aurora, Colorado, now represent the NorAm 65E compact motor grader in Colorado, New Mexico and west Texas. The company, which includes Wagner Rents, sells, rents, and supports the 65E at each branch location including their network of Wagner Rents Stores. Thompson Tractor, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the new NorAm […]

July 30, 2012

Construction Equipment

How one contractor lets its people shine … on its website

Construction companies usually offer straight stuff  on their websites — a here’s-the-facts approach without a lot of gimmickry  That’s understandable: contractors are known for getting in, getting it done, and getting out. Dunn Construction, based in Birmingham, Alabama, has that same can-do attitude, but the company’s website shows off its capabilities with unusual flare. Each […]

June 5, 2012