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Safety
McCluskey selected as new WWPR president
The American Road and Transportation Builders Association’s Washington-based communications manager, Lisa Kelley McCluskey, was recently elected as president of Washington Women in Public Relations. McCluskey has been part of WWPR’s board of directors for six years and has also served as the membership director and Woman of the Year event director. In 2006, she was […]
October 3, 2007
Business
Safety Vision appoints business development manager
Safety Vision, global provider of mobile digital video solutions, named Randy Covey as the lead business development manager for its wireless network solutions. Covey will assist account executives with proposals for wireless service in mass transit, law enforcement and pupil transportation sectors. He will also provide technical training on wireless networks and security applications.
October 3, 2007
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Safety
Geotechnical engineers to discuss dam and levee safety
The American Society of Civil Engineers Geo-Institute is holding its New Peaks in Geotechnics conference in Denver from February 18 through 21, to discuss the condition of the nation’s levees and dams and the impact they have had on public safety. Seminars will focus on lessons learned from past events, such as Hurricane Katrina and […]
October 3, 2007
Safety
Lair named vice chairman for ARTBA
Larry Lair, 3M’s vice president of Traffic Safety Systems Division, was recently named vice chairman at-large for the Washington D.C.-based American Road and Transportation Builders Association. Lair will serve as a member of the ARTBA executive committee and board of directors, and also create the association’s legislative and regulatory policy positions on transportation development issues. […]
October 3, 2007
Safety
ARTBA announces 2006 Roadway Work Zone Safety Awareness Awards
Public and private transportation groups were awarded for their commitment to safety at the American Road and Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation’s sixth annual “Roadway Work Zone Safety Awareness Awards” luncheon in San Diego, Calif. The competition, which was part of ARTBA’s annual meeting, recognized efforts to reduce roadway work zone construction accidents, injuries […]
October 3, 2007
Safety
ARTBA endorses image campaign for U.S. transportation network
The American Road and Transportation Builders Association’s Board of Directors is endorsing an image campaign that calls for a “new vision” for the U.S. transportation program. Under the plan, the federal government’s involvement with the Interstate Highway System would change greatly, with more of a focus on safety and efficiency for the transportation network. The […]
October 3, 2007
Safety
World of Asphalt adds new exhibits to 2007 show
The 2007 World of Asphalt show and conference will feature two new exhibit pavilions, with one focusing on traffic safety products and another showcasing information technology resources for industry use. The 2007 show will also have an exhibit pavilion for testing equipment, and one displaying new products. The show will be held March 19-22, 2007, […]
October 3, 2007
Safety
Concrete contractors awarded for safety measures
The American Society of Concrete Contractors 2006 Safety Awards Program recognized concrete contractors with exemplary safety records at the association’s annual conference on Sept. 14, in Milwaukee, Wis. Webcor Builders, of San Mateo, Calif., along with Prus Construction, of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Oakley Construction, of Hermitage, Tenn., won the Best Safety Achievement award for general […]
October 3, 2007
Business
Cover Story/Contractor of the Year: Tom Brinley, Sr.
For Tom Brinley, having a successful grading company with a stellar reputation isn’t enough. Although “Big Tom” – as he’s known around Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina – is one of the busiest contractors in the area, he’s rapidly assimilating ideas from his three sons on untapped markets to pursue, new areas to serve and how best […]
September 18, 2007
Business
Highway Technologies acquires T& R Striping and Traffic Control
Highway Technologies, a leading provider of traffic safety services and equipment for the road repair and maintenance industry, has recently acquired T & R Striping and Traffic Control. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. T & R is located in Greenfield, Indiana, and specializes in thermo-plastic and paint road striping, as well as traffic […]
September 18, 2007
Business
Wacker celebrates 50th anniversary in United States
This month, Wacker Corporation is celebrating its 50th year of business in the United States. German-based Wacker founded its first foreign affiliate in 1957 and today has more than 30 affiliates around the world. What began with only one product and three employees has become an international operation. In 1957, brothers Peter and Hermann Wacker […]
September 17, 2007
Safety
Teflon-lined spider assembly resists pounding out
M-B-W’s walk-behind power trowels are now equipped with rugged safety rings to further protect operators’ hands and feet. These rings are in addition to the units’ standard ring guards, which add to safe operation while providing concentricity for maximum productivity and consistently even finishes. These trowels come standard with robust, over-built gear boxes with ground […]
September 10, 2007
Safety
Lightweight, hard-hitting vibration for one-man speed and production
The Screedlite one-man screed features an enclosed eccentric for added safety and easier cleanup. A wide T-bar handle helps the operator maintain precise control and the unit’s unrestricted throttle control ensures fast, accurate power adjustments. A Honda four-stroke gasoline engine powers the Screedlite. A two-stroke Tanaka engine is available as an option. The unit’s stainless […]
September 10, 2007
Safety
5700-B showcases quick-connect mold changing option
The Power Curber 5700-B pours curb and gutter, sidewalks up to 6 feet wide in the offset position, recreation paths up to 8 feet wide in the center-pour position, irrigation ditches, highway safety barrier and parapet up to 48 inches high and stadium risers. The patented quick-connect mold changing option allows you to change molds […]
September 10, 2007
Safety
Making safety cool
Who says safety gear has to be ugly? The Harley-Davidson limited edition safety glasses from Direct Safety’s 284-page catalog feature impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses with molded side shields and brow guard. The special edition glasses have a silver frame with blue mirror hard coat lenses. Classic black frames are also available. Both styles have the Harley […]
September 10, 2007
Workforce
Case supports National Gas Rodeo as gold sponsor
Case Construction Equipment will provide a loader/backhoe to event teams as part of its gold sponsorship of the 13th Annual National Gas Rodeo, Sept. 22 in Fairview Heights, Illinois. The National Gas Rodeo, produced by the Midwest Energy Association with the support of the American Gas Association and the American Public Gas Association, features competing […]
September 7, 2007
Safety
Compact Application Tips: Raising the standards
Touted for their versatility and maneuverability, skid-steer loaders remain a popular choice on jobsites across the country. But the smaller versions of this compact machine previously lacked the horsepower and torque needed to perform tougher applications. Taking note of this, several manufacturers have upped the performance standards on many 1,500-pounds-or-less rated operating capacity skid steers. […]
September 6, 2007
Safety
Side by Side: Crawler carriers vs. a lot of other machines
When it comes to moving massive amounts of dirt or material nothing beats a 40-ton articulated or rigid frame dump truck – they can move mountains in a matter of days. But when the job calls for the placement of smaller quantities of material and maneuvering on turf, built surfaces or forests and bogs, you […]
September 6, 2007
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