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ConExpo-Con/Agg
AEM at ConExpo-Con/Agg: Focus on worker safety, worker shortages, and grassroots political action
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) says it will have a “significant presence” at the upcoming ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011 show March 22-26 in Las Vegas to promote workforce development, safety awareness and the value and important contributions of the construction and manufacturing industries. Activities include the following: I Make America national grassroots campaign to strengthen American […]
March 14, 2011
Safety
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) 2011 Product Safety and Compliance Seminar, “Making It Stick”
AEM offers seminars on product safety & compliance, liability Creating a product safety program is not difficult but making it stick can be a challenge, and that is the focus of the 2011 Product Safety and Compliance Seminar of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) – “Making It Stick.” The seminar will be held May […]
March 14, 2011
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Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Product Liability Seminar
AEM offers seminars on product safety & compliance, liability Creating a product safety program is not difficult but making it stick can be a challenge, and that is the focus of the 2011 Product Safety and Compliance Seminar of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) – “Making It Stick.” The seminar will be held May […]
March 14, 2011
Safety
Best transportation projects of 2010 sought for competition
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), AAA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are jointly seeking entries for the fourth annual America's Transportation Awards competition, which recognizes the nation's outstanding transportation projects.
March 11, 2011
Business
ABC names Hensel Phelps Construction as 2010 Contractor of the Year
ted Builders and Contractors (ABC) has named Hensel Phelps Construction Co., Greeley, Colo., its 2010 Contractor of the Year. Hensel Phelps President and CEO Jeff Wenaas accepted the award on behalf of the company during ABC’s 21st annual Excellence in Construction and National Safety Excellence Award program held Feb. 22 at the Waldorf Astoria in Orlando, Fla.
March 11, 2011
Safety
Central Florida Congressional hearing on major transportation bill
House Transportation Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-Fla.) on March 14 will conduct a Congressional field hearing in Central Florida on pending major transportation legislation. This will be the only scheduled field hearing in Florida on the transportation bill. The Committee is conducting an extensive series of meetings across the country with state and local officials and transportation stakeholders in order to gather information and innovative ideas for drafting a long-term reauthorization of the nation’s highway, transit, and highway safety programs.
March 11, 2011
Safety
Organizations address Personal Fall Protection safety education
The American Rental Association, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, the Associated Equipment Distributors, the International Powered Access Federation and the Scaffold Industry Association joined forces to develop a new educational document. The document focuses on Personal Fall Protection for users of AWP equipment. The result of this joint venture is the “Statement of Best Practices […]
March 9, 2011
Safety
Highway traffic highest level since 2007
Americans drove 3 trillion miles in 2010, the most vehicle miles traveled since 2007 and the third-highest ever recorded, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced on March 2. The increase in traffic volume comes as the U.S. in 2009 posted its lowest number of traffic fatalities and injuries since 1950. “More driving means more wear […]
March 9, 2011
Business
San Mateo County supervisor to head regional transportation agency
San Mateo County Supervisor Adrienne J. Tissier has taken the helm of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) after be unanimously elected being as chair at their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. The commissioners also unanimously elected Orinda City Councilmember Amy Rein Worth to serve as MTC’s vice chair. Both officers will serve a two-year term. Tissier […]
March 8, 2011
Safety
Congress clears surface transportation extension
One day after the House passed the Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2011 by a final vote of 421 to 4, the Senate approved by voice vote March 3 vital legislation to extend highway, transit, and highway safety programs through the end of September, clearing the measure for signature by President Barack Obama.
March 3, 2011
Safety
CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2011 (Supplement)
SHOW PREVIEW For new products, the latest technology and access to the best minds in the industry, CONEXPO-CON/AGG is the place to be this March. The show, held March 22 through 26 in Las Vegas, will host more than 2,000 exhibitors, include a comprehensive education program and launch new events, such as the International Mixer […]
March 3, 2011
Safety
Safety Watch
Work Zone Woes The busier the zone, the greater the risk The accident: A dump truck driver was transporting a load of asphalt through a work zone during a nighttime paving project. In backing up to the next section to be paved, the driver felt a bump and then noticed the victim appear from under […]
March 2, 2011
Safety
Marketplace
FLEXIBLE FUNNEL Keep oils and fluids from dripping in even the tightest spots with the Form-A-Funnel draining tool from New Pig. The flexible tool bends to fit the space and then holds any shape, keeping fluids off of the shop floor and directing the flow into the drain. The Form-A-Funnel is constructed from moldable aluminum […]
March 2, 2011
Safety
Allmand’s Night-Lite Pro II boasts updated features
Choose from V-Series (vertical only) or “lay down” tower models with Allmand’s Night-Lite Pro II light tower, launched at the 2011 Rental Show in Las Vegas. The light tower features molded poly gull-wing style enclosure doors, which offers protection from damage and rust while enabling easy serviceability of engine, generator and electrical service components. An 1,800-rpm liquid […]
March 2, 2011
Business
Maintenance
Tackling tires Training, maintenance and software pay big dividends By Tom Jackson After two years of trade school a good mechanic will know a lot about engines, hydraulics and transmissions. But where do they go to learn about tires? In most cases – nowhere. Tires aren’t taught in vocational schools, and given what they cost […]
March 2, 2011
Business
Contractor of the Year Finalist
Chuck Laney Gatlinburg, Tennessee A family construction business that puts family first and has reaped the reward By Tom Jackson C. Laney and Sons Construction Year started: 1980 (Incorporated in 1999) Annual volume: ($14 to $15 million) Markets served: Residential and commercial construction, excavation and site utilities, metal buildings, spray insulation and construction management. The […]
March 2, 2011
Safety
Little Beaver’s hydraulic earth drill
Drill efficiently and effectively with Little Beaver’s HD-PS11H hydraulic earth drill, showcased at the Rental Show in Las Vegas. Useful for multiple digging and drilling projects, the drill combines an 11-horsepower Honda overhead valve gas engine with a hydraulic drive to boost power and reliability. The 150-rpm drill offers high torque and enables the operator […]
March 2, 2011
Safety
W.R. Meadows launches redesigned Website
W.R. Meadows has launched its new construction company Website. The Website has been redesigned to give it a more contemporary feel, including more project photos, a product spotlight for new products, and new social media features, according to W.R. Meadow
February 27, 2011
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