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Roadbuilding

Ignore the potholes; re-elect me!

Think of it as a NIMBP problem. As in a Not In My Back Pocket problem. [You know the NIMBY problem of course: yes we want you to build that horrible/dangerous/smelly —–, just Not in My Backyard] Americans want more money to be spent on our roads and bridges. They just don’t want to be […]

August 2, 2013

Roadbuilding

Coming up: Major bridge detours

Most people who are aware of the inadequate funding available for America’s highways and bridges probably figure that deteriorating road surfaces will be the most common problem drivers face. But maybe detours could challenge for the top spot first. As funds for repairing and maintaining bridges continue to be very, very hard to find, and […]

July 9, 2013

Roadbuilding

Pennsylvania’s $2 billion proposed transportation bill remains out of state budget

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett signed into law on Sunday the state’s $28.4 billion budget bill, while the state’s transportation bill continued to lack support from both the House and Senate, CBS Philly and the Associated Press reported. The budget plan, which passed with a 111-92 House vote before winning the Senate’s approval, would increase spending […]

July 1, 2013

Home

Demolition of Philadelphia building under investigation after collapse atop thrift store kills 6

A four-story building on Philadelphia’s Market Street collapsed atop a Salvation Army thirft store next door Wednesday morning, killing at least 6 people and injuring more than a dozen others. The collapse happened around 10:43 a.m. Wednesday, shaking the ground and creating a noise that one witness who spoke with Philly.com said sounded “like a […]

June 6, 2013

Roadbuilding

FHWA deploys bridge-inspecting robots

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is deploying a robot to help inspect the safety and structure of concrete bridge decks. The robotic tool, created in partnership with Rutgers University as part of the Long-Term Bridge Performance (LTBP) Program, is expected to save time and money during inspections. The robot uses imaging […]

May 17, 2013

Roadbuilding

Road funding: Your piggy bank or mine?

Motorist fees and gas taxes are sources for transportation funding in two state budgets. Pennsylvania and Washington State are trying to pay for essential projects and in doing so – along with a number of other states – may be showing us something of how MAP-21’s push to give states more authority and flexibility with […]

April 18, 2013

Business

Transportation Sec. LaHood: Volvo’s first U.S.-made wheel loader a sign of confidence in American economy, workers

Last week, we watched as the first American made Volvo wheel loader (an L60G) rolled off the line at the company’s expanded Shippensburg, Pennsylvania plant. As we noted in our report,  Federal Highway Administrator Victor Mendez was in attendance also. Yesterday, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood took to his blog to discuss Volvo’s decision. Of […]

March 26, 2013

Business

Volvo celebrates Shippensburg plant expansion with commemorative L60G wheel loader

“This is really about Volvo’s ongoing commitment to North American market,” said Pat Olney, president, Volvo Construction Equipment in remarks made during Thursday’s inauguration of Volvo’s $100 million plant expansion in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. Before a crowd of dignitaries, including Federal Highway Administrator Victor Mendez, Volvo unveiled a commemorative L60G wheel loader, sporting American flag cladding […]

March 22, 2013

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Wyoming legislature passes bill to increase gas tax 10 cents per gallon to fund infrastructure repairs

With the President working on a Federal plan of attack on the country’s ailing infrastructure, many states are exploring their own solutions to the problem. Last week, the Wyoming Senate passed legislation to increase the state’s motor fuels tax by 10 cents per gallon in order to fund highway improvements, Associated General Contractors reported. The […]

February 22, 2013

Success Stories

Robert Brash, Roice Construction, found his career on a whim

Editor’s Note: Robert Brash was a finalist for 2012 Contractor of the Year. He started Roice Construction in 2000 in Allison Park, Pennsylvania. He has 16 employees with annual volume of $3 million to $5 million. He serves the site prep, utility and stormwater markets. Bob Brash has always been a hands-on guy who likes […]

January 31, 2013

Business

Pittsburgh’s breathing building

With an eye on promoting the revitalization of downtown Pittsburgh as well as energy conservation and organizational productivity, the Tower at PNC Plaza is likely PNC Financial Services’ proudest design moment yet. Architectural design of the building was led by Gensler while Buro Happold led engineering and Paladino & Co consulted on green design, according […]

December 6, 2012

Equipment

Mack, WyoTech offer training programs

Mack Trucks is partnering with WyoTech to offer advanced training programs. Students enrolled in the program will be trained specifically to work on Mack Trucks, including its engines, electrical and electronics, emissions, powertrain and chassis components at the WyoTech-Blairsville, Pennsylvania, campus beginning in the spring of 2013. For more information, visit macktrucks.com.

September 5, 2012