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Roadbuilding

PHOTOS: The equipment, trucks and booths of the 2016 APWA Public Works Expo

The American Public Works Association’s 2016 International Public Works Expo in Minneapolis this week featured a variety of equipment, new technology and services covering the entire public works industry from more than 400 exhibitors. Here is a gallery of photos we shot on the show floor during the week.

August 31, 2016

Roadbuilding

Trimble displays MX7 360-degree mobile imaging system at 2016 APWA Public Works Expo

Trimble featured its MX7 mobile imaging system, which departments of transportation and municipalities can used to capture 360-degree images of road and site infrastructure details, during the 2016 American Public Works Association (APWA) Public Works Expo in Minneapolis. The MX7 includes six 5-megapixel cameras that provide 30-megapixal geo-referenced images that can be taken at up […]

August 31, 2016

Construction Equipment

Chevrolet intros 2017 Colorado with new V6 engine, 8-speed transmission

Though the 2017 Colorado will look exactly the same on the outside, Chevrolet is shaking things up on its popular midsize pickup under the hood. The 2017 model will feature a brand new V6 engine and a new eight-speed automatic transmission. In terms of spec sheet improvements, there isn’t much to speak of with this […]

August 30, 2016

Construction Equipment

John Deere Power Systems intros 4.5L PowerTech PSL engine

With available power ratings from 125 to 173 horsepower, John Deere Power Systems has introduced a new 4.5-liter Tier 4 Final industrial engine in the PowerTech PSL. Engineered for OEM customers, the PowerTech PSL 4.5L meets emissions requirements through a combination of cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), a diesel oxidization catalyst (DOC) and selective catalytic […]

August 30, 2016

Roadbuilding

Power Pusher’s new E-750 Electric Wheelbarrow transports up to 750-pound loads

Power Pusher showcased it’s new E-750 Electric Wheelbarrow, which can transport loads weighing up to 750 pounds, at the American Public Works Association (APWA) Public Works Expo in Minneapolis. The product was on display at the company’s booth and as part of the New Product Showcase area in the exhibit hall. The E-750 has a […]

August 30, 2016

Roadbuilding

Evolution Edges introduces UNIQCS quick change snowplow scraper system at APWA PWX

Evolution Edges introduced its universal quick change scraper system, or UNIQCS, at the American Public Works Association (APWA) Public Works Expo in Minneapolis. The UNIQCS, which the company says fits all plow types, can be installed or replaced without tools and by one person in 20 minutes. The clamp sets are bolted to the moldboard […]

August 30, 2016

Dealers

Hawthorne Cat promoting Caterpillar Certified Used Program in Pacific Region

San Diego-based Hawthorne Cat, which covers the Hawaiian Islands and the Pacific Region, is working to educate more customers on Caterpillar’s Certified Used program. Cat Certified Used equipment must pass a 140-point inspection has the most recent maintenance completed and are serviced with genuine Cat parts and includes a 12-month power train and hydraulic protection […]

August 30, 2016

Dealers

Ritchie Bros. to acquire online equipment auctioneer IronPlanet for $758.5 million

Announced late Monday evening, the auction giant Ritchie Bros. is acquiring internet-based auction company IronPlanet for approximately $758.5 million. The deal is Ritchie Bros. second acquisition this month following an August 2 announcement that the company would buy New England-based Petrowsky Auctioneers for $7 million. IronPlanet burst onto the heavy equipment auction scene in 1999 […]

August 29, 2016

Construction Equipment

Kobelco unveils SK300LC-10 excavator with several design improvements

Kobelco has introduced the SK300LC-10, a new excavator the company says boasts improved efficiency, traction, design and construction along with a better cab. The machine is powered by a 252-horsepower Hino engine that meets Tier 4 Final standards through a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system with Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF). The new engine reduces fuel […]

August 29, 2016

Safety

Mini excavator falls into trench, pins worker inside on Md. jobsite

A construction worker in Maryland’s Montgomery County was rescued from a trench Saturday after a mini excavator fell into the trench, trapping him. According to a report from WJLA TV, the man was working inside of an L-shaped trench inside a commercial building when the machine toppled over. In order to free the man, Montgomery Country […]

August 29, 2016

Construction Equipment

Komatsu taps head trucks engineer Funcannon as new mining VP

Komatsu America has named the new vice president of its mining division following the departure of former VP Erik Wilde. Dan Funcannon, who has been with Komatsu for 22 years, is the company’s new mining head and general manager. He will be responsible for mining sales and support throughout North America and for 200-ton and larger mining […]

August 29, 2016

Dealers

Kirby-Smith Machinery names VP of sales, general service manager

Kirby-Smith Machinery, based in Oklahoma City, has named Del Keffer as vice president of sales and Brad Campbell as general service manager. Keffer will manage corporate sales and rental strategy for the construction equipment and crane dealer, and will be based at its Dallas branch. He has roughly four decades of experience in the heavy […]

August 29, 2016