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Dealers

Doosan adds new dealers expanding coverage in Miss., New York

Doosan Construction Equipment has added two dealers to its dealer network that will expand its coverage in Mississippi and western New York. Bobcat of Jackson (Mississippi), a division of Equipment Incorporated, will now carry Doosan crawler excavators, wheel excavators, material handlers and wheel loaders in addition to Bobcat compact equipment. “Our customer base, being primarily […]

July 10, 2017

Home

Calif. Transportation Commission approves $593 million for 124 transportation projects

The California Transportation Commission has approved roughly $593 million for 124 transportation projects across the state, including $391.7 million from the State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP). “These projects will help us maintain and modernize California’s transportation system,” says California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Director Malcolm Dougherty. “Each of these projects is an opportunity […]

July 10, 2017

Dealers

Lincoln Electric joins SmartEquip Network

Welding and cutting systems manufacturer Lincoln Electric has joined the SmartEquip Network, which provides product support information for more than 280 suppliers to fleets in North America and Europe. “We are excited about this new partnership,” says Matt Fleming, Lincoln Electric Construction and Rental sales manager. “Fleet customers throughout North America, many of which are […]

July 7, 2017

Dealers

Franklin Equipment starts a Wacker Neuson Roadshow

Franklin Equipment is conducting events it is calling a re-creation of the original Wacker Neuson Roadshow at which it is promoting the brand’s equipment at nine stores in four states. “We are excited to partner with Wacker Neuson and Skyjack to have the road shows in our different markets. We truly appreciate the support of […]

July 6, 2017

Dealers

Jernberg to replace Weissburg as Volvo CE president

Volvo Construction Equipment has named Melker Jernberg as president, replacing Martin Weissburg at the end of 2017. Weissburg, who took the reins at Volvo CE in 2014, is returning to the U.S. and will serve as senior advisor to Volvo President and CEO Martin Lundstedt. He will be based in Greensboro, North Carolina, and takes […]

July 5, 2017

Dealers

Equipment Roundup: John Deere unveils 620G, 622G graders; New Komatsu forwarders; New Manitou telehandlers; Cat excavator in Transformers movie; Impact of electric trucks on suppliers;

Manitou intros MTA 5019, MTA 9050 telehandlers Manitou has introduced two new telehandlers to its MTA machine lineup, the Series III MTA 5019 and the Series II MTA 9050. With an operating capacity of 5,500 pounds, the MTA 5519 is powered by a 69-horsepower, Tier 4 Yanmar Engine paired with a two-speed Rexroth transmission. Lift […]

July 4, 2017

Dealers

Business Roundup: New GM at Deutz Power Center Midwest; Groff Tractor supplies Dire States Equipment Grant winner; Ritchie Bros. sells $46 million in Houston; $1 million construction theft ring busted; 2017 Safety Award winner

Vermet named GM of Deutz Power Center Midwest in North Kansas City Nick Vermet has been named general manager of Deutz Power Center Midwest in North Kansas City, Missouri, and also will have oversight of Deutz Service Center St. Louis and Deutz Service Center Chicago when it opens. Deutz Power Centers provide dedicated engineering and technical sales resources […]

July 4, 2017

Dealers

Bandit adds Company Wrench, Champlain Valley Equipment to dealer network

Bandit Industries has added two new distributors in its dealer network, expanding its coverage in Florida, Ohio, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina Tennessee and Vermont. Company Wrench, based in Carroll, Ohio, will offer sales, service and parts for Bandit’s whole tree chippers and The Beast horizontal grinders. “Company Wrench shares Bandit’s commitment to our […]

July 3, 2017

Dealers

Thompson Tractor names Stevens VP of earthmoving sales

Thompson Tractor has named Charlie Stevens as vice president for earthmoving sales with responsibilities that also includes the company’s Cat Rental Store Division. Stevens first worked for the company in 1989 as a sales trainee, followed by serving as an Earthmoving Sales Representative. He has been the Region Manager for the Western Sales Regions for the […]

June 30, 2017

Roadbuilding

USDOT creates INFRA grant program to replace FASTLANE, encourage private investment

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has created a new transportation project grant program that replaces the Fostering Advancements in Shipping and Transportation for the Long-term Achievement of National Efficiencies (FASTLANE) Grants program and makes $1.5 billion available and aims to use investment from private industry. The Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) discretionary grant program, USDOT […]

June 30, 2017

Dealers

Southeastern Equipment donates CTLs for Team Rubicon Detroit revitalization project

Southeastern Equipment, a Case CE dealer, has donated the use of two TR310 compact track loaders (CTL) fitted with grapple buckets to Team Rubicon for a Detroit neighborhood revitalization project. Team Rubicon is a disaster response group run by veterans and Case CE has been working with them for nearly two years. The project, Operation […]

June 29, 2017

Dealers

LiuGong names Kevin Thieneman to two major executive positions

LiuGong Machinery has named Kevin Thieneman as chairman of LiuGong North America and senior chief director of Guangxi LiuGong Machinery. “We are excited that Kevin has decided to join our organization,” says LiuGong Chairman Zeng Guang’an. “He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to LiuGong both in North America and in the global market […]

June 28, 2017