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On Record: Rethinking workforce development
The Center of Economic and Policy Research defines a “good job” as one with health insurance, a retirement plan and earnings of at least $17 an hour. That works out to about $34,000 a year. Construction is filled with jobs that go beyond this definition. And so we’ve got a good story to tell. It […]
May 3, 2008
Business
2008 Con-Expo-Con/Agg: Showtime
The numbers were quite frankly above everyone’s expectations: more than 144,600 attendees, and 2.28 million net square feet of exhibits taken by 2,182 exhibitors – all in all a show that was 21 percent bigger than the last ConExpo-Con/Agg, held in 2005. Contractors seemed to take the media’s dire economic news with a grain of […]
May 3, 2008
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Constructors of tomorrow show off skills at International Construction Challenge High school student teams from across the nation turned out to show their interest in improving, designing and maintaining infrastructure for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ and Destination ImagiNation’s first International Construction Challenge, held at ConExpo-Con/Agg in Las Vegas, Nevada, on March 10-14. The stakes […]
May 3, 2008
Safety
Compact Trenchers: Walking the line
While walk-behind compact trenchers are among the top pieces of equipment contractors rent, dedicated trenchers are facing some uphill competition from multi-use compact excavators, mini-skid steers and compact utility loaders. But take a close look at whether these machines are your most efficient and economical choice when things get rocky. New walk-behind trenchers are giving […]
May 3, 2008
Safety
Safety Watch: A safe exit
The accidents: A man stopped to clear debris from a dozer, getting out of the cab. When the dozer started to move, he tried getting back behind the controls, but slipped off the machine and was crushed beneath it. In another accident, the operator stopped the dozer, engine running, waiting for a maintenance crew to […]
May 3, 2008
Business
Cover Story: Contractor of the Year
Alan Bracken is drawn to big challenges like iron filings to a magnet. An entrepreneur at 19, he took his paving company to almost $10 million in annual revenues before he was 35 years old. And while some contractors might enjoy working on cars or motorcycles in their spare time, Alan found a restored Bell […]
May 3, 2008
Business
Final Take
A Cat fit for the King NASCAR racing legend Richard Petty hands over the keys to the Caterpillar “Cat Chopper” to winning bidder Jeff Green of Peoria, Illinois, as part of a Caterpillar customer event held at Caesar’s Palace during ConExpo-Con/Agg. Transportation museum takes trip down memory lane Hit the road this month to experience […]
May 3, 2008
Business
OSHA debuts ‘Safety Pays’ eTool
Estimate the costs of occupational illnesses and injuries and assess the impact on your company with a new tool the Occupational Safety and Health Administration provides on its website. The “Safety Pays” eTool, located on OSHA’s Office of Small Business Assistance website, enables business owners to calculate both direct and indirect costs of injuries, as […]
April 24, 2008
Safety
Reporter
OSHA: Employers must pay for safety equipment OSHA now requires employers to pay for employees’ job-related personal protective equipment. The rule, which took effect on February 13, will be implemented May 15. With the exception of a few items – such as steel-toe boots (considered to be non-specialty-specific protective footwear) and prescription safety eyewear – […]
April 7, 2008
Safety
Product Focus: Trailers – April 2008
Save time with trailer deck’s bucket pocket Transport a variety of heavy equipment including loaders, excavators and cranes with Rogers Brothers’ 55-ton-capacity dropside trailer, which features a detachable gooseneck with front folding ramps, wheel pockets and removable center boards. A bucket pocket in the deck enables operators to haul excavators without breakdown, and an auxiliary […]
April 6, 2008
Business
Light Equipment: Electric hammers and breakers
There are a lot of good ways to break up concrete and masonry. The most powerful breakers and hammers draw their strength from air compressors or hydraulic systems, but when these power sources are not available or pose problems you can still get a lot of bang for your buck out of hand-held electric hammers […]
April 5, 2008
Business
Cover Story/Machine Matters: Educated excavators
Full-size excavators have always held center stage on jobsites but have often been restricted to playing the dawdling heavy. With improved controls and electronics, today’s 40- to 50-metric ton excavators are able to extend their range and are being cast for jobs requiring more dexterity. Taking direction Many of the 40- to 50-metric ton models […]
April 5, 2008
Business
Contractor of the Year Finalist: Kevin and Keith Urig
Brothers Kevin and Keith Urig got their start in the construction business from their dad. Whenever school and other commitments weren’t pressing they earned their keep helping out with their father’s basement rehabilitation business – digging out around old, deteriorating basements, repairing foundations and re-applying water proofing. The experience taught them the value of hard […]
April 5, 2008
Safety
Safety: Asphalt paver precautions
The accident: One crew member started to move an asphalt paving machine, and struck another laborer, who became trapped under the machine. The paver operator left the site before emergency personnel pronounced the laborer dead. The bottom line: Approximately 75 percent of “struck-by” fatalities involve heavy equipment, says OSHA. Large asphalt pavers, which have a […]
April 5, 2008
Safety
Marketplace
Increased load capacities allow telehandlers to lift up to 12,000 pounds Designed with a high-profile boom configuration, Gehl’s DL Series Dynalift telescopic handlers provide maximum visibility in any working environment. Load capacities have been increased on the models, with lift capacities from 7,000 to 12,000 pounds and lift heights from 40 to 55 feet. The […]
April 5, 2008
Business
Compact Equipment: Filling a void
Contractors no longer use compact double-drum compactors only for the smallest of jobs. While they are still useful for bike paths, driveways, parking lots and sports courts, these machines – which feature a drum width of 40 inches or less – now tackle a variety of asphalt surfaces including municipal roads and the compaction of […]
April 5, 2008
Safety
OSHA to host PPE webinar
Employers have until May 15, 2008 to comply with new OSHA guidelines regarding employer payment for personal protective equipment. To help explain the new PPE standard, the National Safety Council (NSC) will host a web seminar on April 23, 2008 from 10 to 11 a.m. CST. Jim Maddux of OSHA’s Directorate of Standards and Guidance […]
April 2, 2008
Business
Safety Vision appoints Ondruch as new CFO
Michael Ondruch has been appointed chief financial officer of Safety Vision, global provider of mobile digital video solutions. As CFO Ondruch’s responsibilities will include a business strategy leadership role within the company while also serving as financial liaison within the business community. Before joining Safety Vision, Ondruch held CFO positions at Victory Packaging and Academy […]
April 1, 2008
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