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Business

Machine Matters

A Big Market More players jump in to a North American HDD market increasingly focused on maxi-rigs   Big opportunities are leading to demands for big equipment in the directional drilling market. At this fall’s International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE), maxi-rigs generated the most attention. HDD Broker’s Bob Martin notes strong demand for […]

December 9, 2011

Business

Contractor of the Year Finalist

Terry and David Quam Willmar, Minnesota It will take more than snow and the recession to slow these contractors down. Quam Construction Year started: 1956 Number of employees: 44 Annual volume: $14 million Markets served: Sewer, water, excavation, snow removal and demolition When natural disasters force everyone else indoors, Terry and David Quam gear up […]

December 8, 2011

Safety

Attachments 2011 — Sponsored Information Section

Focus on what it will take to help you complete the task at hand with the right attachment. Whether you’re going to rip, shred, break, crush, cut, dig, grab, grind, move, measure, mulch, flatten, sweep or control, there’s an attachment that’s designed for the job. ROCK BUCKET AVAILABLE IN THREE SIZES Tackle tough loading and […]

December 8, 2011

Business

$280 million infrastructure loan OK’d to build Denver’s Eagle P3 commuter rail line

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Dec. 2 approved a federal loan of up to $280 million to advance construction on Denver’s 30-mile Eagle P3 commuter rail project, which will significantly expand transportation choices in the greater Denver area. “This loan brings Denver a step closer to completing this ambitious and far-reaching project that offers […]

December 5, 2011

Safety

Trailer Directory (Sponsored Information)

HAUL LARGE LOADS Haul heavy equipment such as excavators and rough terrain cranes with Rogers’ 60-ton-capacity specialized application model. The trailer has three air-ride axles with 54 1/2-inch axle spacing combined with a 14-foot 1-inch booster assembly and two detachable axles. The detachable rear frame ensures quick axle load redistribution, and the 26-foot platform deck […]

November 3, 2011

Maintenance

Reporter

Stress points may fashion machine design Volvo is using its equipment simulators to not only train but also measure operator stress in a search for machine features that might help alleviate that stress. “The operator and machine literally form a system,” says Reno Filla, Volvo’s research engineer. “We’re studying the psychophysiology of machine operation, or […]

November 2, 2011

Technology

Rebuilding Machines

Giving a second life to a favorite piece of equipment By Tom Jackson In today’s tough economy, not all contractors are confident about committing to the purchase of a new machine. Buying used equipment is one option. But what do you do if you can’t find a used replacement for the most dependable machine in […]

November 2, 2011

Technology

Marketplace

ICUEE 2011 2nd largest in show history While targeted toward the utility market, the show that bills itself “The Demo Expo,” had something for everyone at this year’s show, held Oct. 4-6 in Louisville, Kentucky. More than 16,000 attendees showed up to view 1.1 million net square feet of products and demonstrations from 800 exhibitors. […]

November 1, 2011

Safety

Product Report

A new breed of Cat The D8T dozer, K-Series wheel loaders and E-Series excavators point the way to a safer, more productive future While its vocational truck has grabbed the spotlight this year, Caterpillar’s engineers in charge of off-road equipment have been anything but quiet.While some of you may have briefly glimpsed the new earthmovers […]

October 31, 2011

Construction Equipment

Astec Underground names new VP

Charles Cunningham is the new vice president of sales and marketing for Astec Underground. Cunningham previously served as the central territory manager for American Augers. Cunningham joined Astec Underground as a territory manager in 2005, promoting Trencor, American Augers and Astec utility products. He transitioned to American Augers in 2009 when the companies reorganized their […]

October 31, 2011

Business

Kentucky’s I-69 first segment unveiled

Federal Highway Administrator (FHWA) Victor Mendez and Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear unveiled on Oct. 26 the first segment of I-69 in Kentucky, what FHWA says is “a major step forward that will improve connectivity, benefit businesses and strengthen the economy in this region of western Kentucky.” Mendez says that that if passed by Congress, piece […]

October 28, 2011

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Alban, Ziegler Cat named NorAm dealers

Alban Cat, based in Baltimore, Maryland, began representing the NorAm 65E compact motor grader from their 11 locations in the mid-Atlantic region. The 84-year-old, family-owned Caterpillar dealer will sell, rent and support the 65E at each branch location in their network of Cat Rental Stores: Alban Rents. Ziegler Cat, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, will provide coverage […]

October 17, 2011