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Roadbuilding

New AASHTO chief tells of shutdown’s growing impact on DOTs

Departments of transportation & mass transit systems are suffering in wake of the federal government shutdown. Learn more from AASHTO chief on Equipment World.

January 15, 2019

Roadbuilding

Gas tax seen as likely focus of Ala. legislature in 2019

Lawmakers predict Alabama legislature will be honing in on changes to the gas tax for the 2019 regular session. Details here on Equipment World.

January 11, 2019

Roadbuilding

Okla. DOT says fed shutdown has cost state $133M in delayed projects

As the shutdown entered its third week, it has already forced the state to delay 36 projects. More information here on Equipment World.

January 10, 2019

Roadbuilding

Caltrans boosts efforts to help firms owned by women and minorities compete for federally funded contracts

Caltrans announces dedication to increasing Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation on federally funded contracts. Get the details on Equipment World.

January 7, 2019

Roadbuilding

Report: Prospects strong for commercial use of electric vehicles, as well as consumer use

Research shows the market for electric vehicles for consumer and commercial use will continue to grow into the future. Learn more about it on Equipment World.

January 4, 2019

Roadbuilding

Dynatest’s new RAPTOR service measures and records the state of pavement at driving speed

Dynatest is accepting orders for its Rapid Pavement Tester (RAPTOR) service which measures and records the state of pavements. Learn more on Equipment World.

January 3, 2019

Roadbuilding

For municipalities and public works, Torwel municipal spreaders tackle snow, ice

Designed for use with heavy-duty trucks, the Torwel line of V box municipal spreaders are designed to master the transport and removal of snow and ice.

January 2, 2019

Roadbuilding

For roadbuilders, BOMAG offers two new courses for equipment operator training

BOMAG announces that it is officially offering two brand new courses specifically for roadbuilders on equipment operator training. Get more details here.

January 1, 2019

Roadbuilding

ConstructionWorks to provide training, support and placement for road and construction workers in 6 Illinois counties

The new ConstructionWorks workforce training and careers program is ready to begin serving job seekers at 18 sites in the state of Illinois. Learn more here.

December 28, 2018

Roadbuilding

Largest suicide deterrent net in U.S. being installed on Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge is gaining a large suicide deterrent net for people who decide to jump off the Golden Gate Bridge. Learn more about the project here.

December 27, 2018

Roadbuilding

Longtime lawmaker Margaret Kelliher named MnDOT commissioner

Margaret Kelliher, the new MnDOT commissioner, was appointed by Minnesota's governor-elect, Tim Walz. Learn more about her transportation experience here.

December 24, 2018

Roadbuilding

New Concrete Distress manual now online

Check out the latest guide on concrete pavement distress assessments and solutions from the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center on Equipment World.

December 21, 2018