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Construction Equipment

Mid-size excavators are evolving due to control refinements, contractor demand for higher versatility

Excavators in the 35- to 50-ton class are being shaped by market forces and technology. While most of them still do what they’ve always done – mass excavation – many serve expanded roles, and the future for this class is bright.   Reverse trickle For years, features – including electrohydraulics and work modes – have […]

January 11, 2017

Workforce

Though optimistic about 2017 demand, more U.S. contractors hobbled by skilled labor shortage

The latest construction hiring outlook from the Associated General Contractors of America contains both good news and bad. While the majority of U.S. contractors expect demand to grow in the public and private sectors across all market segments, they continue struggling to find qualified employees to meet that demand. And, according to the results of […]

January 11, 2017

Dealers

J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers adds 2 companies to dealer network

J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers, based in Somerset, Pennsylvania, has added two companies, Kahn Truck Equipment and Stainless & Repair, to its dealer network. Kahn Truck Equipment will carry J&J’s full product line in Missouri and Illinois, while Stainless & Repair will represent the company in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois and Michigan. “We are excited to […]

January 11, 2017

Dealers

Equipment dealers can grow revenue by mastering customer reach and communication

Ways to reach customers are constantly changing. How do you know whether the new ones are worth trying? Trust the companies that specialize in marketing, the ones that are constantly testing new approaches and programs and measure the results. Below are the methods that are working well for equipment dealers. Email Send emails regularly to […]

January 10, 2017

Pickups

Honda recalls all 2017 Ridgeline pickups due to corrosion problem

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the 2017 Honda Ridgeline is being recalled over concerns of potential wire terminal corrosion which could lead to a serious component malfunction and increase the risk of a crash. “Due to a manufacturing error, the rear wiring harness installed in affected trucks is susceptible to moisture intrusion […]

January 10, 2017

Dealers

AED Summit & CONDEX begins today

The Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Summit and Construction Dealer Expo (CONDEX) begins today at the Hyatt Regency Chicago and includes multiple association committee meeting opportunities an dealer education sessions. The general sessions will include presentations from Richard Picciotto, FDNY Chief & Highest Ranking Firefighter to Survive the World Trade Center Collapse and Daymond John, ABC’s […]

January 10, 2017

Dealers

AED urges 115th Congress to work together in addressing equipment industry issues

The Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) President & CEO Brian McGuire last week sent a letter to leaders of the 115th Congress requesting they “put partisan differences aside” to “enact growth-inducing, job-creating policies to ensure the country’s economic vitality for years to come.” In this letter, which was sent to coincide with the beginning of the […]

January 10, 2017

Dealers

Equipment Roundup: Updates on CNH, hybrid F-150, Brokk demo machine, heavy truck design, Cat wheeled excavators

CNH honored with 2 awards from AEM The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) recently honored CNH Industrial with its “Pillar of the Industry” award. This is the fifth year in a row that CNH Industrial has been recognized for improving the business environment for equipment manufacturers in the United States in 2016 and for its participation in […]

January 9, 2017

Dealers

Business Roundup: News on Terex MHPS sale, IronDirect, McCann, Carlson Paving, construction jobs/spending

Construction loses 3,000 jobs in Dec. but employment remains up from 2015 After reaching an 8-year high in November, employment in the U.S. construction industry fell slightly, losing 3,000 jobs in December. According to preliminary data from the Labor Department, construction now employs 6.699 million Americans. Despite the loss, construction employment remains at its highest point since December […]

January 9, 2017

ConExpo-Con/Agg

What to See at ConExpo 2017: Caterpillar, Volvo and Terramac in the Gold Hall/Lot

The big show is fast approaching, and ConExpo exhibitors have given us a sneak peek into what they’ll have in store for those attending the March 7-11 massive exhibition.  To view previous preview entries for ConExpo 2017 click here. Here’s the spotlight on three exhibitors in the Gold Hall/Lot areas: Caterpillar, booth G-4490 The M317F wheeled […]

January 9, 2017

Contractor of the Year

R. Brown Construction is built on expert operation through treacherous terrain, natural disasters

There’s no easy way to get to Willow Creek, California, where Roger Brown has been plying his skills as a contractor for more than three decades. Drive north on Interstate 5 until just near the Oregon border—and then hang a left into the some of the deepest woods and steepest mountains in the country. Keep […]

January 9, 2017

Dealers

Midwest Equipment Sales launches wholesale website

Midwest Equipment Sales (MWE) has launched a new website aimed primarily at wholesale customers, equipment and tire dealers as well as rental companies at mwedealers.com. “The new site makes it easy for customers to find and order tracks, tires and undercarriage parts for compact construction equipment,” the company reports. “MWE implemented the latest shipping technology […]

January 9, 2017