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By Giles Lambertson CEG CORRESPONDENT

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it. The good news is that help is on the way.

Ground has been broken on a nearly $3 billion state government project to infuse the basin with water and sediment from the river. If all goes as planned, in five years, the basin will have billions of gallons of sediment-laden water diverted into it, restoring tens of thousands of acres of land in the process and creating and sustaining upwards of 250,000 acres of wetlands.

“If you look at the history of the lower Mississippi, clear back to the late 1800s and early 1900s, people have been sharing ideas on how to reconnect the river to the basin,” Bradley Barth said, giving some background to the project.

Barth is program manager for the Mid-Basin Sediment Diversion Program of Louisiana’s Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority. As such, he is the state government’s point

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By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

The construction industry has declared its support of 22 states challenging the FHWA’s greenhouse gas (GHG) performance rules, which went into effect this past December. The AGC and ARTBA believe the federal agency lacks the authority to impose performance measures and that FHWA has underestimated the administrative costs resulting from the mandate. The courts will decide this month.

The two associations, filing briefs in federal courts in February, joined several construction industry groups who consider the mandate burdensome and untenable.

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PFG America, the American distributor of European-made Deutz-Fahr tractors and Stoll loaders, announced its largest new dealer partnership yet with Linder Industrial Machinery and Linder Turf and Tractor.

14 LANE CONSTRUCTION WINS $299M SEMINOLE EXPRESSWAY CONTRACT

The Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Webuild Group, has won a $299 million contract to widen the Seminole Expressway/SR 417 in Seminole County, Fla.

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LICA TO HOST ITS FIRST WATER MGT. FORUM

AT ST. JOSEPH’S COLLEGE

National LICA is set to host a groundbreaking event that will reshape the water management landscape. The inaugural LICA Water Management Forum will take place at the historic St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Ind., on June 13 and 14.

20 PARMAN BUYS DEALERSHIP TO EXPAND SOUTH OF NASHVILLE

Through a recent acquisition, Parman Tractor and Equipment (PT&E) has expanded its reach by acquiring Cleburne Farm Supply, located south of the Music City in Columbia, Tenn.

20 MICROSOFT BUYS LAND NEAR ATLANTA FOR DATA CENTER EXPANSION

Microsoft payed millions of dollars to expand its data storage farm in south Fulton County. The tech giant paid $6 million in February to acquire nearly 21 acres next to its existing Palmetto data center campus, according to county property deeds.

22 CASE CE AWARDS LEE TRACTOR FOR INNOVATION TO SERVE CUSTOMERS

Case Construction Equipment recently awarded Lee Tractor Co. with the J.I. Case Award. This award is in recognition of Case’s founder who was resilient, customer-first and rooted in practical innovation.

28 KUBOTA RETURNS AS SPONSOR OF THORSPORT RACING, BEN RHODES

Kubota Tractor Corporation and ThorSport Racing announced that Kubota will return as the official tractor company of ThorSport and a primary sponsor of two-time Truck Series champion Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150.

32 JB HARRIS OPENS ITS NEW CORPORATE HQ IN NEWNAN, GA.

JB Harris Transport hosted local business owners, the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce and heavy equipment manufacturers and dealers to the ribbon cutting of its new corporate headquarters on Calumet Parkway in Newnan, Ga.

32 VOLVO’S ACQUISITION OF PROTERRA’S BATTERY BUSINESS COMPLETE

The Volvo Group has completed the previously announced transaction whereby the Group acquired the battery business from Proterra Inc. and Proterra Operating Company Inc.

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Born May 7, 1955, and a native of White City in north Autauga County, Ala., Mr. Gray was at the time of his death vice president and truck division manager of J.M. Wood Auction Company Inc. in Montgomery, Ala.

86 IRON AUCTION HOLDS SURPLUS EQUIPMENT SALE IN HARLEYVILLE, S.C.

Iron Auction Group held a surplus equipment auction March 1, 2024, in Harleyville, S.C., for Dorchester Logistics and other sellers. The auction featured trucks, trailers, motor graders, excavators, skid steers and more.

88 JOHN DEERE CELEBRATES NATIONAL WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK

In conjunction with the celebration of National Women in Construction Week and International Women’s Day, John Deere Construction & Forestry announced its $125,000 sponsorship of the “Women at Work: Breaking Barriers” docuseries.

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MDOT Reports Several Mississippi Projects Making Headway

Willie Simmons, chair of the Mississippi Transportation Commission and an official with the state Department of Transportation (MDOT), has announced updates to several of the state agency’s road and bridge projects across the state’s central region.

“As these projects continue making headway, the safety and mobility of our state’s infrastructure increases,” he said in a March 4 news release. “As commissioner, I hope to continue to be able to make this kind of investment into our state’s transportation network. These are your tax dollars hard at work.”

He added, “We are so grateful to [Gov. Tate Reeves], the state legislature, and our federal delegation for providing the commission new funding that enables us to do projects like these which provide a safer and more efficient transportation system in the state. In addition, we give thanks to MDOT staff and contractors for their commitment and superb job performance.”

Following is an MDOT update of each road and bridge projects still under way.

Mississippi Highway 19 Expansion

A major expansion project continues along 4.6 mi. of Miss. 19 from Tucker to Philadelphia in Neshoba County. When finished, crews will have widened the roadway from two to four lanes.

Phase I is already complete, and Phase II is currently under way clearing, grubbing and milling the southbound lanes of Miss. 19, in addition to removing old box culverts and bridges before building new ones. Lanes are also being built on the north end of the project, and construction workers are also placing new pipes, realigning county roads and paving ditches.

In the third and final phase of the project, the contractor, W.G. Yates and Sons Construction in Philadelphia will place traffic in the four-lane configuration, lay the final lift of asphalt, and provide permanent striping.

The $36 million road project is expected to wrap up late in 2024.

OGFC Pavement Removal in Metro Jackson

An $11 million effort to remove open-graded friction course (OGFC) pavement on the Jackson area’s interstates is ongoing. Work is happening along Interstate 20 from McRaven Road to the I-20/I-55 split, and from there to east of Miss. 468 and I-55 throughout Hinds County.

Crews also are milling and overlaying the Gallatin Street connector ramp to I-20 westbound and the Gallatin Street loop ramp to I-20 eastbound. A portion of the improvement consists of placing high-friction surface treatment on the ramp from I-55 southbound to I-20 westbound.

In addition, the contractor, Brookhaven-based Dickerson & Bowen Inc., currently has its crews working along I-20 at Ellis Avenue in the capital city. Once the milling has taken place on the problem areas, MDOT noted, workers will place a 1-in. overlay to smooth the highway’s riding conditions.

The overnight work is expected to last through this summer.

U.S. Highway 49 in Rankin County

A major mill and overlay along 9.2 mi. of U.S. 49 from the Simpson County line to just south of the town of Florence continues to make progress, according to the transportation agency.

The upgrade includes repairing failed areas, re-leveling underlying concrete pavement with pressure grouting, widening the turn lanes at the intersection with Star Road, and replacing deficient guardrail.

Crews have so far completed pressure grouting concrete in failed areas of the highway, finished a turn lane widening at Star and Eagle Post roads, and made a needed ditch repair south of Star Road.

The project is awaiting full depth punchout repairs on concrete pavement, and pothole patching operations have continued throughout the effort.

The $11.4 million project was awarded to APAC-MS Inc. of Jackson.

The remaining work is expected to wrap up in the spring of 2025.

Interstate 20 in Western Hinds County

A pavement restoration project stretching 16 mi. on I-20 from the Warren County line to the Natchez Trace Parkway began March 4.

The scope of work includes milling and overlaying the existing OGFC pavement, repairing failed areas in underlying concrete pavement, performing fiber-reinforced polymer patching of spalls in the existing concrete pavement and upgrading any deficient guardrail.

Superior Asphalt of Byram won the $9.9 million contract from MDOT; the contractor is expected to complete the job later this fall.

U.S. Highway 51 in Madison County

Earthwork is now under way on a project that will improve the intersection of U.S. 51 and Green Oak Lane. Islands have been poured along the west side of the junction, and the placement of stone and the preliminary lift of asphalt has begun.

The improvements are designed to widen the roadways and install intersection channelization and a traffic signal system. MDOT noted the project will help provide the U.S. 51 tie-in necessary for the adjacent Reunion Parkway.

The $2.2 million contract was awarded to Hemphill Construction Co. Inc. in Florence. The estimated completion date is sometime this summer.

Mississippi Highway 16 in Leake County

This project consists of milling and overlaying a total of 5 mi. of Miss. 16 from the Madison County line to west of Miss. 25 in Leake County. Additionally, crews from Dickerson & Bowen are repairing failed areas in the existing

pavement and replacing guardrail and deficient signs.

Drivers in the area are urged to pay attention to the posted construction signs.

The $2.8 million improvement effort is slated to finish during the summer.

Interstate 20 in Scott County

Yet another mill and overlay job along 17 mi. of I-20 from the Rankin County line to just east of Miss. 501 in Scott County got under way earlier this year.

The scope of work includes repairing failed areas in the existing pavement, pressure grouting and repair of longitudinal joints, removal of debris from existing drainage structures, tree clearing, replacement of deficient guardrail, upgrading traffic signal detection radar at the Miss. 35 interchange, and epoxy repairs and resealing to joints on various bridges across the project’s footprint.

APAC-MS has the contract worth $28 million and should complete the job during the summer of 2025.

Mississippi Highway 14 in Noxubee County

MDOT reported that a mill and overlay project across 13 mi. of Miss. 14 from the Winston County line to west of Miss. 145 is nearing its end in Noxubee County. The current work includes repairing failed areas in the existing pavement and replacing guardrail and deficient signs.

As of March 4, the completed improvements included repairing problems in the highway’s mainline and shoulder, performing mainline milling and paving, the placement of temporary stripes and rumble strips, guardrail replacement, overlay of county roads and placing crushed stone along shoulders.

Crews with APAC-MS are working to finish in time for the final inspection on the $8.2 million project.

Mississippi Highway 15 in Neshoba County

A bridge repair recently began on Miss. 15 over the Kansas City Southern Railroad in Neshoba County. The scope of work includes the replacement of prestressed concrete plate bearings, bridge railing fixes, repairing spalled areas with epoxy mortar, hydro-demolition, a concrete overlay of the bridge deck, resealing of bridge joints and undersealing of the end bents.

When crews are working on the bridge, one lane will remain open with traffic control devices in place that will allow travel to move in each direction. Improvements are now under way on the northbound lane and once they are complete, crews will switch to the southbound side.

The $1 million project was awarded to Key LLC, and MDOT officials expect the job to be complete this fall.

Completion Near On Miss. 16 in Madison County

An 11-mi.-long mill and overlay project on Miss. 16 from Miss. 43 to Farmhaven is approaching the finish line in Madison County.

The upgrades made there included repairing damaged roadway and the replacement of guardrail and signage. Another portion of the project provided for the removal of asphalt and the installation of a concrete inlay on sections of both state highways.

The last step before work wraps later this spring will involve asphalt grinding and the placement of both rumble strips and thermoplastic striping.

The $4.7 million contract was awarded to APAC-MS.

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A major expansion project continues along 4.6 mi. of Miss. 19 from Tucker to Philadelphia in Neshoba County. When finished, crews will have widened the roadway from two to four lanes.

ABC: Employment Increases By 23,000 in February 2024

The construction industry added 23,000 jobs on net in February, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has expanded by 215,000 jobs, an increase of 2.7 percent.

Nonresidential construction employment grew by 24,200 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories. Heavy and civil engineering gained the most jobs, increasing by 12,500 positions. Nonresidential specialty trade and non-

“In February, we saw evidence that contractors continue to add workers, fulfilling expectations.”

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residential building added 7,400 and 4,300 jobs, respectively.

The construction unemployment rate rose to 7.0 percent in February. Unemployment across all industries increased from 3.7 percent in January to 3.9percent in February.

“In February, we saw evidence that contractors continue to add workers, fulfilling expectations,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “Employment growth happened in a variety of nonresidential subsegments, which is quite remarkable given headwinds such as high project financing costs, elevated construction service delivery costs and lingering recessionary fears.

“Though the February jobs report and the Construction Confidence Index data both indicate ongoing industry momentum, there remain reasons for concern,” said Basu. “Contractors whose clients are project owners who rely on the availability of private financing have been reporting higher numbers of project delays. ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator declined last month, indicating that, while the industry continues to expand, a growing fraction of nonresidential contractors may be feeling the effects of a stillrestrictive monetary environment.”

For more information, visit abc.org/economics.

Lane Construction Wins $299M Seminole Expressway Contract

The Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Webuild Group, has won a $299 million contract to widen the Seminole Expressway/SR 417 in Seminole County, Fla.

The Seminole Expressway/SR 417 is a hurricane evacuation route, and a major portion of the eastern beltway around Orlando. This critical corridor provides an alternative to busy Interstate 4 for both commercial and private transportation. The project’s capacity improvements will help drivers move through the corridor more efficiently, providing reliable travel times and enhancing safety.

The project, commissioned by Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (a district within the Florida Department of Transportation), widens 6 mi. of the Seminole Expressway/SR 417 from four lanes to eight travel lanes — adding two new lanes in each direction — from the Orange County line to north of SR 434. It also includes improvements to the interchange and existing ramp terminal intersections at Aloma/SR 426, Red Bug Lake and SR 434. Work is expected to begin later this fall and complete by spring of 2029.

The project adds to Lane’s portfolio in Florida, a key market for the company. In February, Lane opened all high-speed system-to-system movements and access ramps on Section 8 of the Wekiva Parkway, also in Seminole County, accomplishing the much-needed final link that completes the beltway around Central Florida.

Other active projects in the state include a $218 million contract to increase capacity, mobility, and safety at the interchange of Interstate 4 (I-4) and Sand Lake Road (State Road 482) in Orange County; a $233 million contract to increase capacity, mobility and connectivity on Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise in Lake County; and along with its joint- venture partner, a $1 billion multi-year effort to modernize the Westshore Interchange (I-275/SR 60) in Tampa.

Lane also is working on a $357 million contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to rebuild a portion of Tyndall Airforce Base (AFB) in Panama City that will result in more resilient infrastructure to address future climate-change challenges.

For more information, visit www.laneconstruct.com. 

The project, commissioned by Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (a district within the Florida Department of Transportation), widens 6 mi. of the Seminole Expressway/SR 417 from four lanes to eight travel lanes — adding two new lanes in each direction — from the Orange County line to north of SR 434.

Deutz-Fahr Partners With Linder Industrial Machinery

PFG America, the American distributor of European-made Deutz-Fahr tractors and Stoll loaders, announced its largest new dealer partnership yet with Linder Industrial Machinery and Linder Turf and Tractor.

Effective April 1, Linder will represent Deutz-Fahr and Stoll at 22 new locations across the Southeast.

Dan Cook, CEO of PFG America, said “Partnering with Linder is our largest dealer onboarding. It will open our high-quality Deutz-Fahr tractors to American farmers across previously unrepresented territories in Florida, the Carolinas and south Georgia.

“What’s most exciting about our partnership with Linder, is the incredible level of service capability they bring for our customers in the Southeast. We have been working closely together over the past year, and I am confident there is no better partner for our brand and customers.

“Linder brings exceptional dealership locations, the very best staff, systems and training. This is an organization with 24/7 service with over 200 service vehicles, 25 lube trucks, and 275 technicians; all techs are certified in products they represent including Deutz-Fahr.”

John Coughlin, president and CEO of Linder Industrial Machinery, said, “After

extensive research, we have finally found the right combination of quality and performance to serve the agriculture and construction markets. The standard features on Deutz-Fahr tractors are options for most manufacturers. This equipment is a game changer in the U.S. market.

“We have been growing our agricultural business by delivering exceptional aftersales care. But we were missing a high-quality large tractor line, with excellence in the 6cylinder and specialty markets, that are so important across the Southeast. After extensive research, including visiting two DeutzFahr factories in Germany and Italy, they checked all the boxes.

“We have high aspirations for Deutz-Fahr and Stoll across our network and can’t wait to show them to our existing and future customers.”

Cook said, “We are delighted to partner with Linder and add them to our rapidly growing network of dealers in America. This financial year, Deutz will eclipse 1,000 retail sales for the first time in America, and we are forecasting fifty percent growth in the year coming. This will be driven primarily by our class-leading Specialty tractors and highquality 6-cylinder line. That’s what Deutz is known for globally.” 

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Effective April 1, Linder will represent Deutz-Fahr and Stoll at 22 new locations across the Southeast.

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LICA to Host Its First Water Mgt. Forum at St. Joseph’s College

National LICA is set to host a groundbreaking event that will reshape the water management landscape.

The inaugural LICA Water Management Forum will take place at the historic St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Ind., on June 13 and 14, 2024, bringing together water management professionals, contractors, farmers, government officials and educators.

Jerry Biuso Sr., CEO of LICA, has long aspired to organize a comprehensive drainage conference. The perfect venue proved elusive until May when a meeting with St. Joseph’s College, recommended by VP Tony Cain, unveiled the picturesque campus as an ideal space for the LICA Water Management Forum.

This two-day forum offers a comprehensive lineup, including seminars, equipment demonstrations, indoor and outdoor exhibits, an OSHA 10-hour course, first aid training, a heavy equipment mobile simulator donated by ElectriCom of Paoli, Ind., an Introduction to Heavy Construction Equipment course for veterans and high school students, and a golf outing. The program is tailored to the interests and needs of current and future water management professionals, ensuring exploration of the latest advancements and cuttingedge technologies.

A key feature is the extensive educational component, with leading university educators in agriculture sharing insights. The Agricultural Drainage Management Coalition (ADMC) also will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, amplifying the impact of the forum and broadening its reach. Abundant networking opportunities create a platform for professionals from across North America to connect, collaborate and build partnerships.

To encourage broad participation, complimentary booth space has been allocated to each LICA state chapter. Additionally, LICA has extended an invitation to its Canadian counterpart, the Land Improvement Contractors of Ontario (LICO), making this event international.

St. Joseph’s College, with its historic significance and multi-faceted facilities, serves as an ideal location. The venue features well-equipped classrooms, a spacious auditorium, and over 10 acres of training ground for outdoor exhibits and demonstrations. Given the college staff’s goal of reopening as a vocational school, collaborative efforts with organizations like LICA add momentum to the initiative, fostering awareness and interest in essential careers.

As June 13 approaches, excitement is building for the LICA Water Management Forum. Professionals from various corners of the water management spectrum are gearing up to converge at St. Joseph’s College, ready to explore, learn and contribute to the future of sustainable water management. 

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Parman Buys Dealership to Expand South of Nashville

Through a recent acquisition, Parman Tractor and Equipment (PT&E) has expanded its reach by acquiring Cleburne Farm Supply, located south of the Music City in Columbia, Tenn.

This is the second dealership location for PT&E, which is a subsidiary of Parman Holdings of Nashville.

“We have a good construction business portfolio on the north side of Nashville, but to better serve our customers south of the city, we needed to expand geographically,” said Colin Hockenberger, PT&E’s general manager. “With our new location in Columbia, we are positioned to provide convenient equipment rental options as well as enhanced service, sales and parts support in the area.

“Primarily, we are looking at the construction, tree care and agricultural side of things in this market.”

With the acquisition, PT&E becomes an authorized dealer for Massey Ferguson tractors and farm implements as well as AGCO parts, Hockenberger said.

In addition, PT&E has plans to fully incorporate its existing lineup of Takeuchi mini-excavators and track loaders and its lines of Link-Belt excavators, Sakai rollers and Epiroc hammers in Columbia.

When asked what other benefits his dealership brings to the Columbia marketplace, he said, “As an employeeowned company, Parman focuses on totally outrageous customer service. Being a small company, we can offer more of a family feel than you would find from a major corporation.”

Adding the Massey Ferguson brand to its compliment of construction equipment offerings feels like a great fit for PT&E, Hockenberger added.

“We have customers in construction who also do work on the agricultural side,” he said. “We also have ag customers who utilize our Takeuchi track loaders and mini-excavators for their personal farms and forestry work.”

Hockenberger characterized the acquisition of Cleburne

as a “big step” for PT&E and looks forward to the many opportunities it presents.

“This is exciting for our employee-owners because any time you add a new location, there are new challenges in terms of scaling and organization,” he said. “This is our second acquisition, but the first that involves a new location and facility. PT&E purchased Wilder Pump and Equipment in 2022 but did so by utilizing space at the Nashville dealership location. Adding a second location brings challenges, but also new growth opportunities with an expanding area.”

Parman Tractor & Equipment’s new location in Columbia, Tenn., is located at 1485 Bear Creek Pike/U.S. Highway 412, just west of Interstate 65. For more information, call 931/388-7273 or visit parmantractor.com.  CEG

Microsoft Buys Land Near Atlanta for Data Center Expansion

Microsoft has ponied up millions of dollars to expand its data storage farm in south Fulton County.

The tech giant paid $6 million in February to acquire nearly 21 acres next to its existing Palmetto data center campus, according to county property deeds.

Bowen Wallace, Microsoft’s corporate vice president of data centers in the Americas, told the Atlanta JournalConstitution in a statement that the land purchase will “support data center construction already under way in the area.”

The company’s sprawling facilities consist of warehouses filled with rows of computer servers that power our online lives, from storing files to artificial intelligence systems.

They also have become one of the hottest uses for undeveloped real estate in metro Atlanta, with roughly 20 gigantic data center campuses either in development or prepar-

ing for sizable expansions across Georgia, mostly near Atlanta, the newspaper noted March 4.

Microsoft’s Palmetto data center campus was approved in November 2020, receiving a $14.5 million property tax break from the Development Authority of Fulton County. The project’s value was estimated at $420 million and included 250,000 sq. ft. of data center space.

According to previous filings with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, Microsoft expects the expansion project could grow to 116 acres by 2028.

Microsoft also has ongoing data center projects in East Point and Douglas County.

The Palmetto land acquisition comes amid growing pressure for the tech company to detail the next steps for its 90-acre site in Atlanta’s Grove Park neighborhood, where the Microsoft originally planned to build a sprawling office campus and mixed-use

development before halting those plans a year ago.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens recently told media outlets he wants Microsoft to soon decide whether to resume its campus plans or allow the city to take the land to build something else.

Data Centers Have High Demand for Georgia’s Electricity

Developers of data centers have described the demand for these facilities as insatiable, and the industry is raising billions of dollars from investors and private equity firms to expand across the country. Their growing prominence across the Peach State, however, has prompted controversy among communities, utilities, and lawmakers.

At the end of February, the Georgia House approved a bill to suspend lucrative sales tax exemptions for equipment housed in data centers over concerns about the pressure

these facilities place on power grids. The legislation still needs to pass the state Senate before it goes to Gov. Brian Kemp’s desk.

Redmond, Wash.-based Microsoft previously told the Journal-Constitution that incentives are a crucial factor it considers when planning new facilities. However, tax breaks are just one of 35 criteria the company takes into account, a company spokesperson said.

Georgia Power, the state’s largest electric utility, is in the process of asking regulators to approve enormous amounts of new electricity-generating capacity — mostly powered by fossil fuels — due in large measure to the vast number of data center projects across the state. The utility’s executives have said data centers are responsible for roughly 80 percent of the demand crunch it claims to be facing.

The recent land sale to Microsoft was first reported by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. 

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With the acquisition, PT&E becomes an authorized dealer for Massey Ferguson tractors and farm implements.

PT&E has plans to fully incorporate its existing lineup of Takeuchi mini-excavators and track loaders and its lines of Link-Belt excavators and other lines in Columbia, Tenn.

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Case CE Awards Lee Tractor for Innovation to Serve Customers

Case Construction Equipment recently awarded Lee Tractor Co. with the J.I. Case Award. This award is in recognition of Case’s founder who was resilient, customer-first and rooted in practical innovation.

This year’s theme for the J.I. Case Award was technology, which includes precision (machine control) and connected services (which allows transmission of machine status, physical location and scheduled maintenance reminders). Lee Tractor Co. provides precision technology on available Case

“We strive for excellence partnering with our customers through technology to provide increased performance and efficiency.”

Stephen Dottolo Lee Tractor

machines to improve their customers’ productivity and best serve them through connected services.

“We strive for excellence partnering with our customers through technology to provide increased performance and efficiency. The latest technology from Case allows our customers to be more profitable through an enhanced operator experience. Aligned together with Case, No One Will Out Work Us,” said Stephen Dottolo, president of Lee Tractor.

“Lee Tractor leads with a customer-first mindset. They recognize how technology sets up their customers to win more business and be more profitable on jobs,” said Terry Dolan, vice president — North America, Case Construction Equipment. “We congratulate them for their leadership on technology adoption and look forward to seeing their continued success.”

For more information, visit www.leetractor.net and www.cnh.com.

Lee Tractor Co. photo (L-R) are Cody Bel, Nancy Bray, Shane Vinet and Stephen Dottolo of Lee Tractor; and Leandro Lecheta, Terry Dolan and Scott Phillips of Case CE.

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Cat 349FL – 2020 Model, HPD Series, 12’ 10” Stick, Reach Boom, A/C, Heat, 74” Bucket $419,500

Cat 336 – 2019 Model, YBN Series, 3,200 Hours, Auxiliary Hydraulics, Quick Coupler, Rockwheel G40 Drum Cutter, A/C, Heat $289,500

Cat 336 – 2019 Model, DKS Series, 4,200 Hours, Auxiliary Hydraulics, Quick Coupler, 60” Bucket, A/C, Heat $209,500

Cat 336 – 2019 Model, DKS Series, 3,700 Hours, Auxiliary Hydraulics, FRD Fx475 Hydraulic Breaker, A/C, Heat $279,500

Deere 350G – 2018 Model, 1,400 Hours, Auxiliary Hydraulics, FRD Fx475 Hydraulic Breaker, A/C, Heat $CALL

Cat 953D – 2013 model, LBP Series, 3,750 hours, Cab, Heat, A/C, GP Bucket with Teeth, 70% Undercarriage ..$164,500

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Cat 336 – 2022 model, DKS Series, 1,100 hours, Cab, Heat, A/C, Auxiliary Hydraulics, Hydraulic Quick Coupler, 54” Bucket

$359,500

Cat 323 – 2021 Model, NDL Series, 1,150 Hours, Auxiliary Hydraulics, FRD Fx375 Hydraulic Breaker, A/C, Heat $299,500

Cat 323 – 2022 Model, NDL Series, 900 Hours, Auxiliary Hydraulics, Hydraulics Thumb, Quick Coupler, 48” Bucket, A/C, Heat $249,500

Cat 306 – 2020 Model, 6G6 Series, 1,950 Hours, Leveling Blade, Quick Coupler, 24” Bucket, New Tracks, Cab, A/C, Heat $CALL

Cat 725 – 2021 Model, 3T9 Series, 3,600 Hours, 23.5R25 Tires, A/C, Heat $294,500

Cat 730 – 2018 Model, 3T3 Series, 8,050 Hours, 23.5R25 Tires, Tailgate, A/C, Heat $209,500

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ALABAMA

Mobile: 800-848-8563

FLORIDA

Freeport: 850-835-3337

Jacksonville: 904-296-5000

Lake City: 386-752-9544

Ocala: 352-732-4646

Palatka: 386-325-6268

Panama City: 850-769-4844

Pensacola: 850-476-0277

Perry: 850-584-9200

Tallahassee: 850-575-5600

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NORTH CAROLINA

Ahoskie: 252-332-5550 • Asheville: 828-667-0176

Charlotte: 704-597-0211 • Elizabeth City: 252-679-7590

Fayetteville: 910-424-1200 • Greensboro: 336-668-2762

Greenville: 252-758-4403 • Monroe: 704-220-2575

Mt. Gilead: 910-439-5653 • New Bern: 252-638-5838

Raleigh: 919-772-2121 • Statesville: 704-872-6411

Wilkesboro: 336-973-8201 • Wilmington: 910-675-9211

SOUTH CAROLINA

Rock Hill: 803-325-1555

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TENNESSEE

Chattanooga: 423-855-0633

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ALABAMA

Dothan: 334-794-8691

Troy: 334-566-4181

FLORIDA

Daytona: 386-492-4480

Fort Myers: 239-334-3627

Lutz (New Tampa): 813-995-0841

Melbourne: 321-234-3344

Miami: 305-592-5740

Orlando: 407-299-1212

West Palm Beach: 561-848-6618

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Pompano Beach: 954-977-9541

Riverview: 813-621-4902

Sarasota: 941-960-2004

GEORGIA

Adairsville: 770-773-9857

Albany: 229-888-1212

Atlanta: 404-691-9445

Braselton: 770-965-1889

Brunswick: 912-264-6161

Columbus: 706-687-3344

Grovetown: 706-855-5440

Macon: 478-788-1586

Savannah: 912-964-7370

Valdosta: 229-474-6680

SOUTH CAROLINA

Andrews: 843-983-7337

Aynor: 843-358-5688

Ladson: 843-572-0400

Simpsonville: 864-963-5835

Walterboro: 843-539-1420

West Columbia: 803-794-9340

Kingsport: 423-349-5001

Knoxville: 865-546-3207

Nashville: 615-501-8600

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ARKANSAS

Arkadelphia: 870-246-8678 • Camden: 870-574-0290

Fort Smith: 479-646-8381 • Jonesboro: 870-268-9900

Little Rock: 501-455-2540 • Monticello: 870-367-3496

Springdale: 479-756-9779 • Texarkana: 870-772-9321

MISSISSIPPI

Biloxi: 228-396-2300 • Brookhaven: 601-835-4400

Columbus: 662-328-0820 • Hattiesburg: 601-544-3000

Jackson: 601-939-1000 • Meridian: 601-482-5575

Natchez: 601-442-3613 • Philadelphia: 601-656-1997

Tupelo: 662-844-3212 • Winona: 662-453-7556

TENNESSEE

Jackson: 731-422-2542 • Memphis: 901-345-5294

ALABAMA

Graysville: 205-675-9045 • Madison: 256-233-1914

Monroeville: 251-575-7111 • Montgomery: 334-277-7260

Northport: 205-339-0300 • Oxford: 256-831-0921

Pelham: 205-988-4474

Kubota Returns as Primary Sponsor of ThorSport Racing

Kubota Tractor Corporation and ThorSport Racing announced that Kubota will return as the official tractor company of ThorSport and a primary sponsor of two-time Truck Series champion Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150 for six races during the 2024 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season.

The continued partnership marks the second full season Kubota is a primary sponsor after the partnership began in September of the 2022 season.

“When we started this partnership with ThorSport and Ben, he was already a champion, and we couldn’t have been more excited to see him cross the finish line to win his second and bring home the trophy to Kubota Country,” said Todd Stucke, president of Kubota Tractor Corporation.

Last season, Rhodes captured his second Truck Series championship with a thrilling fifth-place finish in the fourth overtime of the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway, which secured his spot at the top of the championship standings. With the win, Rhodes, who also won in 2021, became the youngest multi-time Truck Series champion.

During the 2024 season, the Kubota orange paint scheme will once again appear on Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150 in the following race markets: Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas; Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas; Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pa.; Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan.; Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Fla.; and Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, Va.

The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season is already under way and Rhodes’ first race behind the wheel of the Kubota-branded No. 99 Ford F-150 was March 1, 2024, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

(Photo courtesy of Kubota Tractor Corporation) 

TA 230 articulated dump truck

Developed for rugged off-road use, the TA 230’s efficient drivetrain, permanent 6 x 6 all-wheel drive, reliable traction control and solid axle mounts enable the dump truck to tackle any terrain.

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Earthmoving and material handling technology

JB Harris Transport Opens Its New Corporate Headquarters in Newnan, Ga.

JB Harris Transport recently hosted a crowd of local business owners, the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce, and heavy equipment manufacturers and dealers to the ribbon cutting of its new corporate headquarters on Calumet Parkway in Newnan, Ga.

The company was outgrowing the office space available at its trucking and transportation facility on Pine Road in Newnan and saw the need to obtain this new office space, which is a short drive between facilities.

Guests had the opportunity to come in and look around the new headquarters and meet all the staffers

that keep the company’s operations running efficiently and to be a part of the official ribbon cutting. After the speeches and facility tours concluded, a taco food truck rolled in to feed the attendees and staffers before they dispersed and headed back to work.

Overall, it was a big day for JB Harris Transport, a company founded just nine years ago and a company that has experienced explosive growth ever since.  CEG

(All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)

Includes S.C. Factory...

Volvo’s Acquisition of Proterra’s Battery Business Complete

acquisition includes a development center for battery modules and packs in California and an assembly factory in Greer, S.C.

The Volvo Group has completed the previously announced transaction whereby the Group acquired the battery business from Proterra Inc. and Proterra Operating Company Inc.

The acquisition, which was made at a purchase price of USD 210M before adjustment for inventory level at closing, includes a development center for battery modules and packs in California and an assembly factory in Greer, S.C.

“These assets and the skills and competence of the Proterra team are a great complement to our current footprint and enables us to accelerate our battery-electric roadmap even further,” said Lars Stenqvist, CTO Volvo Group. Volvo intends to run Proterra as a going concern and deliver to selected customers.

The transaction has no material impact on the Volvo Group financial performance.

For more information, visit volvogroup.com. 

Volvo photo

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JB Harris Transport’s Nathan Burnham (L) and Josh Harris (R) give a warm welcome to Matthew Rienzo, regional operations manager based at the Newnan, Ga., Ritchie Bros. facility.

JB Harris Transport founders Josh and Brittney Harris and their children Nolan and Evelyn wield the big scissors while officially cutting the ribbon for the new headquarters office.

Local equipment manufacturers and dealers turned out to join the JB Harris Transport staff. (L-R) are Randy Aragon, Nathan Burnham and Josh Harris of JB Harris Transport; Adam Cope, Reynolds Warren Equipment, Lake City, Ga.; Justin Marien, Hitachi Construction Machinery; and Brian Meissen, Reynolds Warren Equipment.

The JB Harris Transport & Logistics facility at Pine Road, Newnan, Ga., is located just a short drive from the new headquarters facility.

A huge turnout of staffers from both Newnan, Ga., locations were a part of both the ceremony and the celebration.

DYNAPAC

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BOMAG (Continued)

CATERPILLAR

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Knoxville, TN • 865/577-5563

LaVergne, TN • 615/213-0900

Chattanooga, TN • 423/894-1870

Kingsport, TN • 423/349-6111

Memphis, TN • 901/346-9800

Saltillo, MS • 662/869-0283

www.tec1943.com

Birmingham, AL • 205/591-2131

Alabaster, AL • 205/621-2489

Anniston, AL • 256/831-2440

Decatur, AL • 256/355-0305

Dothan, AL • 334/678-1832

Huntsville, AL • 256/851-2222

Mobile, AL • 251/457-8991

Montgomery, AL • 334/288-6580

Tuscaloosa, AL • 205/752-0621

Panama City, FL • 850/763-4654

Pensacola, FL • 850/505-0550

Atlanta, GA • 404/366-0693

Albany, GA • 229/435-0982

Augusta, GA • 706/798-7777

Calhoun, GA • 706/879-6200

Columbus, GA • 706/562-1801

Hoschton, GA • 706/654-9850

Kennesaw, GA • 678/354-5533

Macon, GA • 478/745-6891

Savannah, GA • 912/330-7500

Riverview, FL (HQ) • 813/620-1000

Miami, FL • 305/592-5740

West Palm Beach, FL • 561/848-6618

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Jacksonville, FL • 904/296-5000

Lake City, FL • 386/752-9544

Ocala, FL • 352/732-4646

Palatka, FL • 386/325-6268

Perry, FL • 850/584-9200

Tallahassee, FL • 850/575-5600

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CATERPILLAR (Continued)

HAMM

see CHART page 46

HAMM (Continued)

VOLVO

(844) 4 MY DOBBS

www.dobbsequipment.com

2730 Falkenburg Road HQ Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 620-1000

4343 Northwest 77th Ave Miami, FL 33166 (305) 592-5740

3933 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd West Palm Beach, FL 33404 (561) 848-6618

4333 North John Young Pkwy Orlando, FL 32804 (407) 299-1212

3005 Hanson Street Fort Myers, FL 33916 (239) 334-3627

4618 Scarborough Drive Lutz, FL 33559 (813) 995-0841

1730 N. Nova Road Holly Hill, FL 32117 (407) 299-1212

1705 Columbia Lane Melbourne, FL 32904 (321) 234-3344

2710 Falkenburg Road Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 621-4902 - Parts

1751 Copans Road, Unit 8 Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (954) 977-9541 - Parts

6265 E Sawgrass Road Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 960-2004 - Parts

www.reynoldswarren.com

1945 Forest Parkway Lake City, GA 30260 (800) 875-5659 (404) 361-1593

180 Thunderbird Drive Richmond Hill, GA 31324 (912) 445-2880

www.richmondmachinery.com

1701 Roseneath Rd. Richmond, VA 23230 (804) 359-4048

New

TPS250PT

distributor, gas eng,

pump,

spray wand w/50 ft hose, hose reel, 6 ft spray bar, propane burners,

system - $21,200

2002 Etnyre Centennial II distributor, 2000 gallons, computerized, propane burners, 14 ft spray bar, Sterling w/Cummins 5.9L diesel engine, Eaton manual 5 spd trans, 2 spd axle - $64,000

2011 Rosco SPRH-H chip spreader, 10 ft spread hopper, 2WD, computerized, folding rear hopper, Cat dsl eng - $93,000

New Marathon TPS115S tack distributor, gas eng, 10GPM pump, 115 gal, 5 ft spray wand w/50ft hose, hose reel, propane burner, flushing system - $11,500

New Marathon TPS250PT tack distributor, gas engine, 10GPM pump, 250 gal, spray wand w/50 ft hose, hose reel, propane burners, flushing system, electric brakes - $17,500

2008 Bomag BW9AS double drum static roller, Cummins 3.3L diesel engine, 50” drums, water system - $11,800

2018 Volvo DD35B double drum 54” vibratory roller, Kubota dsl eng, double drum drive, water system, 4 tons - $27,000

2014 Superior DT80-J broom, John Deere 4045T turbo diesel engine, 8 ft broom, heat & a/c, water system, New tires - $35,000

New Marathon TPS500PT tack distributor, gas engine, 18GPM pump, 500 gal, spray wand w/50 ft hose, hose reel, 6 ft spray bar, operator’s platform, propane burners, flushing system, electric brakes - $31,850

150

5336

Birmingham, AL 35212 (205) 591-2131

800 Church St. N.E. Decatur, AL 35601 (256) 355-0305

4307 Reeves Street Highway 431 North Dothan, AL 36303 (334) 678-1832

243 South Jackson St. Grove Hill, AL 36451 (251) 275-4158

108 Skylab Drive NW Huntsville, AL 35806 (256) 851-2222

2100 East I-65 Service Rd. North Mobile, AL 36617 (251) 457-8991

3285 Selma Highway Montgomery, AL 36108 (334) 288-6580

309 Hamric Drive West Oxford, AL 36203 (256) 831-2440

3820 Greensboro Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 752-0621

3305 Highway 77 Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 763-4654

9036 Pine Forest Rd. Pensacola, FL 32534 (850) 505-0550

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SAKAI

SFP8-15

SFP10-17

SFP12-27 SFP14-37

•Std. Paving Widths; 8’ to 37’ (add’l

•Hydraulic

•Approved for DOT, FAA & Army Corp projects

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6870 Philips Highway Jacksonville, FL 32216 (904) 296-5000

2578 SE Baya Drive Lake City, FL 32025 (386) 752-9544

4539 NW 44th Avenue Ocala, FL 34482 (352) 732-4646

356 N. Hwy 17 Palatka, FL 32177 (386) 326-6268

3033 US Hwy 27 E. Perry, FL 32348 (850) 584-9200

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FRP9-18

FRP12-27

•Std. Paving

VER

FRP14-37

7566 W. Tennessee St. Tallahassee, FL 32304 (850) 575-5600

• Approved for FAA & Army Corp projects

ApprovedforFAA&ArmyCorpprojects

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1945 Forest Parkway

Lake City, GA 30260 (800) 875-5659 (404) 361-1593

180 Thunderbird Drive Richmond Hill, GA 31324 (912) 445-2880

www.richmondmachinery.com

1701 Roseneath Rd. Richmond, VA 23230 (804) 359-4048

SFP12-27

FRP12-27

TC1200

150 Piper Lane Alabaster, AL 35007 (205) 621-2489

5336 Messer-Airport Hwy Birmingham, AL 35212 (205) 591-2131

800 Church St. N.E. Decatur, AL 35601 (256) 355-0305

4307 Reeves Street Highway 431 North Dothan, AL 36303 (334) 678-1832

www.tec1943.com

243 South Jackson St. Grove Hill, AL 36451 (251) 275-4158

108 Skylab Drive NW Huntsville, AL 35806 (256) 851-2222

2100 East I-65 Service Rd. North Mobile, AL 36617 (251) 457-8991

3285 Selma Highway Montgomery, AL 36108 (334) 288-6580

309 Hamric Drive West Oxford, AL 36203 (256) 831-2440

3820 Greensboro Ave. Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 752-0621

3305 Highway 77 Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 763-4654

9036 Pine Forest Rd. Pensacola, FL 32534 (850) 505-0550

(844) 4 MY DOBBS

www.dobbsequipment.com

2730 Falkenburg Road HQ Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 620-1000

4343 Northwest 77th Ave Miami, FL 33166 (305) 592-5740

3933 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd West Palm Beach, FL 33404 (561) 848-6618

4333 North John Young Pkwy

Orlando, FL 32804 (407) 299-1212

3005 Hanson Street Fort Myers, FL 33916 (239) 334-3627

4618 Scarborough Drive Lutz, FL 33559 (813) 995-0841

1730 N. Nova Road Holly Hill, FL 32117 (407) 299-1212

1705 Columbia Lane Melbourne, FL 32904 (321) 234-3344

2710 Falkenburg Road Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 621-4902 - Parts

1751 Copans Road, Unit 8 Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (954) 977-9541 - Parts

6265 E Sawgrass Road Sarasota, FL 34240 (941) 960-2004 - Parts

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BOMAG

CATERPILLAR

ROADTEC

NOTE: weights without screeds. NOTE: paving widths can vary depending on screed.

VOGELE

HEM PAVING EQUIPMENT

MILLER FORMLESS

POWER CURBERS

GOMACO

9000 Statesville Rd Charlotte, NC 704-596-6700

40 Interstate Blvd Asheville, NC 828-251-2500

8522 NW 58th Street Miami, FL 305-592-5360

2801 Reese Road Davie, FL 954-581-8181

500 World Commerce Pkwy St. Augustine, FL 904-737-7730

14300 Ponce De Leon Blvd Brooksville, FL 352-796-4978

401 N Tomoka Farms Rd Daytona Beach, FL 386-947-3363

4900 N Main St Gainesville, FL 352-371-9983

2070 Corporate Woods Dr Alabaster, AL 205-664-4833

121 Gilbert Ferry Rd SE Attalla, AL 256-570-1100

2401 Pinson Valley Pkwy Tarrant, AL 205-841-8601

5749 John Givens Rd Crestview, FL 850-682-6510

6969 US-31 Tanner, AL 256-353-7721

118 Vulcan Way Dothan, AL 334-671-1040

Carolina Cat carolinacat.com

6215 Swiggett Rd Greensboro, NC 336-294-5240

1201 US-70 Hickory, NC 828-464-7045

Kelly Tractor kellytractor.com

5460 Okeechobee Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL 561-683-1231

801 E Sugarland Hwy Clewiston, FL 863-983-8177

Ring Power ringpower.com

330 Pecan Park Road Jacksonville, FL 904-714-2600

390 SW Ring Ct Lake City, FL 386-755-3997

3425 Reynolds Rd Lakeland, FL 863-606-0512

6200 North US 301/441 Ocala, FL 352-732-2800

9901 Ringhaver Dr, Orlando, FL 407-855-6195

Thompson Tractor Company www.TMCat.com

6307 Co Rd 490 Hanceville, AL 205-283-0128

3600 Governors Dr SW Huntsville, AL 256-532-1776

30950 AL-181 Spanish Fort, AL 251-626-5100

10120 US-80 Montgomery, AL 334-215-5000

508 Columbus Pkwy Opelika, AL 334-749-3359

2300 AL-21 Oxford, AL 256-831-4104

2211 Morgan Mill Rd Monroe, NC 704-292-1555

7394 Old US 421 S Boone, NC 828-268-9992

9651 Kelly Tractor Dr. Ft. Myers, FL 239-693-9233

415 Community College Pkwy SE Palm Bay, FL 321-952-3001

7500 26th Ct E Sarasota, FL 941-359-6000

32000 Blue Star Hwy Tallahassee, FL 850-562-2121

10421 Fern Hill Dr Tampa, FL 813-671-3700

4109 Cato Rd Panama City, FL 850-785-4007

2670 W 9 Mile Rd Pensacola, FL 850-471-6700

2501 Joe Davis Industrial Blvd Thomasville, AL 334-636-0420

3550 Joe Mallisham Pkwy Tuscaloosa, AL 205-247-2800

1030 State Hwy 20, Tuscumbia, AL 256-381-2771

FAE USA Presents ‘Industry-Changing’ Technology at World of Asphalt 2024

At this year’s World of Asphalt Show and Conference FAE USA will be presenting its road planers for skid steers and excavators. These new machines deliver enhanced build quality and ease of maintenance, with the highest production standards, the manufacturer said.

Among the machines on display at the World of Asphalt show will be the RPL/EX road planer for excavators, the RPL/SSL road planer for skid steers, and the RWM/SSL disc road planer for skid steers.

FAE is particularly excited to showcase the RPL/EX road planer at the World of Asphalt Show and Conference this year. This attachment for excavators represents the newest in FAEs line of asphalt and paving attachments, which promises to completely revolutionize the industry. Offering increased versatility and maneuverability for road planing work, the RPL/EX offers the precision that the industry has been waiting for.

The RPL/SSL is another in FAE’s new line of road planers. Able to cut to

a depth of up to 7 in., the RPL/SSL is at the forefront of power and efficiency for road planers in its class. With the RPL/SSL, operational precision is ensured by a hydraulic drive system and practical depth and cutting indicators. In addition, the tooth layout of the RPL/SSL was designed specifically to reduce vibrations, increasing efficiency and reducing wear and tear.

The RWM/SSL disc road planer is one of the most striking in FAE’s entire

line of products. This large disc planer is able to cut up to 20 in. deep. This extreme cutting capability makes the RWM/SSL ideal for laying electrical, water, gas and fiber optic conduits. The RWM/SSL’s precise depth is maintained with a self-leveling skid, and its optimized side output keeps trenches free of waste material and provides true cutting depth.

For more information, visit www.faegroup.com. 

HEM Paving Equipment Expands Its Thin Overlay Paving Product Offering

HEM Paving Equipment, located in Grundy Center, Iowa, is quickly being recognized as an industry-leader in thin-overlay paving.

HEM has expanded its product offering to include two models designed to cover a broad spectrum of specifications and requirements related to thin-overlay paving and perfect for all types of overlay material including PPC, HPC and UHPC.

The established SFP1200 model has been continually enhanced from customer feedback to include a modified, hinged operator’s platform for easy access, a hydraulic sliding frame for quick width adjustments and an enhanced grade ski for stringless paving.

New to the product family is the SFP1800 model, which has many of the benefits of the SFP1200, but has a deeper frame for additional weight and increased horsepower for wider paving widths and deeper materials. The SFP1800 also can be fitted with steel crawler tracks and a traditional paving package for PCC projects slip-formed up to 8 in. depth, or for fill-in or formed paving to deeper depths.

For more information, visit www.hempaving.com. 

(Photos courtesy of HEM Paving Equipment)

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Tampa, FL 866/586-8956

Pompano Beach, FL 954/327-8808

Ft. Myers, FL 239/334-6063

Tallahassee, FL 850/574-0892

Orlando, FL 407/859-9160

Jacksonville, FL 904/268-4400

Richmond, VA 804/964-1900

Charlotte NC 704/208-5564

Mills River (Asheville) NC 828/820-5265

Greensboro NC 336/308-3045

Hills Machinery www.hillsmachinery.com

Raleigh NC 919/746-7938

Greenville NC 252/752-7145

Leland (Wilmington) NC 910/800-2070

Columbia SC 803/ 658-0200

North Charleston SC 843/225-9377

Greenville SC 864/546-5208

Savannah, GA 866/830-7577

GSE - Great Southern Equipment Company www.gsequipment.net

Trimble Introduces Roadworks Paving Control Platform

Trimble announced the availability of the Trimble Roadworks Paving Control Platform for Mills and Cold Planers, extending the functionality of Trimble’s next-generation, 3D paving control system.

Trimble Roadworks for Mills and Cold Planers runs on an Android operating system and enables operators to precisely control cutting depth of the mill or cold planer, according to project design.

The intuitive system allows operators to meet the most demanding specs on the most complex projects, minimizing overcutting and creating a smoother surface on airport runways, highways, racetracks and other projects that require optimum smoothness. The 3D design is displayed to the machine operator showing areas that are on, above or below ideal grade, comparing the actual drum position and slope with the digital design. The platform automatically guides the milling drum to cut the ideal depth and slope without string lines or manual adjustments.

“Complex paving projects such as airport runways and heavily-traveled highways have some of the tightest specifications in the construction industry,” said Kevin Garcia, general manager of Civil Specialty Solutions at Trimble. “Trimble

Roadworks for milling and cold planing takes both the guesswork and the re-work out of milling, making it easy for operators to mill precisely to a 3D design elevation. The benefits of this extend throughout the entire paving process, creating less work for pavers, decreasing asphalt usage, and increasing overall surface smoothness.”

The milling and cold planing software features the same user interface as existing Trimble Roadworks applications, with intuitive graphics, natural interactions and gestures, and self-discovery features, shortening training time for operators. The system is compatible with Trimble WorksManager software, which manages data transfer and tracks construction technology equipment across job sites, and with Trimble Business Center software, which is used to create 3D milling plans and comprehensive quality and production reports.

Availability

Trimble Roadworks for Mills and Cold Planers is available now for customers worldwide through the SITECH distributor channel. For more information, visit civilconstruction.trimble.com/roadworksmilling. 

Trimble photo

Trimble Roadworks for Mills and Cold Planers runs on an Android operating system and enables operators to precisely control cutting depth of the mill or cold planer, according to project design.

Louisiana’s $3B Project Reconnects Mississippi River, Barataria Basin

man on the huge undertaking.

The disconnect of river and marsh partly is a consequence of the success of levees in keeping the Mississippi within its banks. Thus confined, the river can’t overflow as easily and replenish the basin’s marshes with the sediment and nutrients that floodwaters provide. Manmade channels and development also have played a role.

Natural environmental changes have contributed to the situation, as well, including land settling, or subsidence, as well as rising sea levels and tidal damage.

“There is not just one issue involved. It is multiple issues. Not having the connection to the river doesn’t allow the landscape to heal and nourish itself,” Barth said.

Today, Baritaria Basin contains, roughly speaking, 150,000 acres of swamp; 170,000 acres of freshwater marsh; 60,000 acres of intermediate marsh; 100,000 acres of brackish marsh; and 130,000 acres of saline marsh. The hope is that five years from now, the ecosystem will have access to a sustainable source of sediment, nutrients and freshwater to heal and nourish itself.

Contractors and subcontractors are just beginning to relocate utility lines, grub out vegetation and build access roads. State Hwy 23 has yet to be relocated to where it will cross the project on a new bridge.

Soon, however, heavy equipment will be hauled in for major earthmoving along the route of the planned diversion channel. The machinery will push up a coffer dam to hold back the river and excavate behind it in preparation for erecting massive flow control structures. When the structures are ready to withstand rushing waters, they will be comprised of 100,000 cu. yds. of structural concrete and 35 million lbs. of strengthening rebar.

The diversion channel is being constructed at a midpoint in the basin, near Ironton, which is south of New Orleans. Most of the injured marsh area lies farther south yet and in the path of the diverted water.

Gates on the east end of the channel will control intake from the river and an outfall structure on the west end will

emit the water into the basin’s marshland. The manmade channel and levee system will be 1,200 ft. wide. Buffering levees on either edge will rise 25 ft. or so, with a 260-ft. wide strip on the channel bottom carrying the water.

Two prominent general contractors headline the project — Archer Western of Atlanta, Ga., and Alberici of St. Louis, Mo. An estimated $1.5 billion in economic activity is expected to be generated by the work, including creation of more than 12,000 local jobs.

Most of the nearly $3 billion required for the undertaking comes from a legal settlement with British Petroleum. It followed the Deepwater Horizon 5-million-gal. oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010.

“That tragedy impacted the basin and led to a lot of land loss,” said Barth. “It most definitely impacted the Barataria Basin. It probably was the most impacted of all the areas along the Gulf coast.”

Now some of the impact will be reversed.

The Big Muddy obviously comes by its name from all the sediment it carries toward the sea. The success of the project is keyed to the waterborne soil. While some of the moving dirt and clay was stripped from the bottom and sides of the river, much of it is eroded material that washed from fields into tributaries of the river and then into the river itself.

How much dirt are we talking about? Barth — who is a University of Cincinnati-trained engineer with 25 years of experience in Louisiana — calculates that sediment carried into the basin once the channel is fully operational will total some 30,000 to 50,000 tons a year.

“That’s the equivalent of 3,000 to 5,000 dump truck loads a day,” he said, wryly adding for sports fans, “or 2.4 to 4 million basketballs a day.”

Should a reader need yet additional perspective, the engineer and project manager noted that the volume of sediment also equals 14 to 23 acre-ft. of soil per day.

All of this carried-in-and-dumped dirt will produce up to 600 acres a year of dry land rising from the basin’s marsh — which, incidentally, is predominantly privately owned. The

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Brightline, the intercity high-speed rail line that connects Miami to Orlando, with stops at several other cities along Florida’s Atlantic Coast, announced March 4 that it has selected the city of Stuart in Martin County as the site for its next passenger rail station.

The company chose the location after a review of five proposals from private and public landowners along the Brightline/Florida East Coast Railway corridor in Martin and St. Lucie counties.

Expanding into the state’s Treasure Coast will make Brightline one of the most accessible forms of transportation in Florida, according to the private company, and give access to nearly half of the state’s residents and millions of visitors.

The decision to build a station in Stuart was driven by a number of key factors, including the location and physical characteristics of the property and the ease with which the site will integrate into Brightline’s existing rail infrastructure network. In a news release, the rail service also highlighted various dynamics of the local market and the site’s accessibility to key local attractions.

Brightline was joined at the project’s announcement by U.S. Rep. Brian Mast, R-21st District, in addition to other city and county elected officials.

“I congratulate the city of Stuart and Martin County on its successful bid to secure the new Brightline station and parking structure,” he said. “This is proof that our community can work together and come to a solution if we use common sense. I look forward to the economic development the Treasure Coast stop will bring to our local businesses and the opportunities it will provide to the surrounding cities and to the region.”

New Station to Be Built in Downtown Stuart

The proposed Brightline rail station is to be located on 2.35 acres in the heart of historic Stuart, conveniently located between the Miami and Orlando whistlestops. It will be constructed approximately 40 mi. north of Brightline West Palm Beach, just 40 minutes away by train, and will be easily accessible from Interstate 95, the Florida Turnpike and the local roadway network.

Additionally, Brightline Stuart guests will be within easy walking distance of the award-winning downtown and minutes from Stuart’s pristine beaches and oceanfront resorts.

“We’ve seen significant demand and support for a Brightline Station in the Treasure Coast, which was evident

during this process,” said Brian Kronberg, Brightline’s senior vice president of Development and Construction. “It was a difficult decision and we’re grateful for everyone’s support and efforts to make this happen.”

Following city and county approvals, Brightline and its partners will begin the design and engineering of the station, its adjacent parking structure, and necessary rail infrastructure, the company noted.

Stuart Mayor Becky Brunner said her city is “thrilled” that Brightline is expanding Florida’s passenger rail network to her city.

“This marks a historic return to our roots and fulfills a vision held by Stuart for over 30 years [to offer] residents and visitors alike a first-class journey to Stuart, away from the congestion of highways,” she explained, adding that she “looks forward to developing a partnership that defines the future of travel and transportation in Florida.”

Her colleague, Troy McDonald, chair of the Martin Metropolitan Planning Organization, and a Stuart city commissioner, said, “The addition of a Brightline station will transform Stuart into a hub of modern transportation, fostering connectivity and economic prosperity.”

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The rule charges state DOTs with setting and reporting on statewide emission reduction targets at two- and four-year intervals.

As ARTBA explained, states must set initial targets by spring, with subsequent targets due by Oct. 1, 2026.

“Those states failing to meet these goals must submit updated plans outlining actions to achieve them,” ARTBA told member contractors.

Attorneys general from 22 states sued the agency in Kentucky Federal District Court in December. Both ARTBA and AGC maintain Congress intentionally excluded GHGrelated provisions from the IIJA.

The jobs bill’s path through Congress shows both houses deliberately removed greenhouse gas provisions that had appeared in earlier versions. In commenting on the FHWA rule back in 2022, ARTBA argued states should make their own decisions on GHG measurements.

The association reported that court decisions are expected at the end of March.

Challenging Diversion

“Every state has its climate challenges, and ought to have the data, funding and flexibility it needs to meet those challenges head on,” said Pete Buttigieg, transportation secretary. “This new performance measure will provide states with a clear and consistent framework to track carbon pollution.”

He said the measure also would offer states the flexibility to set their own climate targets. The fed would help states meet this measure with $27 billion-plus in federal funding through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. AGC believes the Biden administration lacks the statutory authority to issue this rule because Congress repeatedly debated and rejected the effort.

The association told members it disagrees with FHWA’s stand that there are no explicit penalties set in the rule. The rule reads that states that fail to meet quotas must “provide data-supported explanations for not achieving significant progress,” reiterated AGC. States also will have to explain to FHWA how they will reduce carbon dioxide emissions. That, stated AGC, could mean investing in buses, Amtrak trains and electric vehicle charging stations at the expense of road and bridge projects.

“AGC has extensively covered this issue for the last few years and has led coalition efforts to block the rule from taking effect,” members were told

In 2023, the association successfully tackled Supreme Court cases advocating for the construction industry. AGC urged members

lishing/implementing USDOT’s National Highway Performance Program.

the complainants said many of these reduction moves are not practical.

to voice their opposition to this mandate directly to the president and their congressional representatives.

“Tell [them] to block FHWA’s GHG rule that will force states to spend their highway funds … to pay for non-construction initiatives.”

In their lawsuits, the 22 states said only Congress is authorized to advance GHG rules. States said the actions of the president and FHWA violate the law. They accused Biden of “unconstitutionally ramming” a radical climate agenda.

The lawsuit states that this agenda is being forced through administrative agencies that lack congressional authority to implement such actions.

“We will not stand by while this administration attempts to circumvent the legislative process,” said Daniel Cameron, exKentucky AG.

According to a Transportation Topics article, the consortium of states sued the DOT, FHWA and officials over a series of actions, including:

• Biden for signing executive orders … making lowering carbon emissions a “national priority.”

• FHWA Administrator Shailen Bhatt for carrying out prescribed FHWA duties.

• DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg for estab-

The states believe DOT and FHWA tied 2022 proposed state GHG rules to reduce emissions to Biden’s target of net-zero emissions, economywide, by 2050.

Looking at past fed filings, states claim there is no National Highway Performance Program law requiring the agencies to adopt a GHG measure. They believe federal law encourages state DOTs “to consider a variety of ways to incorporate environmental considerations under their existing authority.”

According to ttnews.com, the states referred to multiple deadlines and emission requirements they must now achieve. This, on top of a new GHG performance standard added to FHWA, measures evaluating how states perform in the National Highway System. For instance, states must demonstrate declining emissions thresholds that phase out new internal combustion engine passenger cars by 2035. They also must demonstrate plans for ending unabated coal and oil power plants by 2040.

“Most Americans still drive internal combustion engine passenger cars, and … are not ready for the wholesale switch to electric vehicles,” the states claimed. “Coal still provides almost 20 percent of electricity … and provides over half of the electricity in eight states, including several of the plaintiff states.”

Stressing that states with fewer urban centers have a harder time reducing emissions,

“Congestion pricing, road pricing, ramp metering, increased coordination with transit and non-motorized improvements, paying fees to scrap low-mileage heavy-duty vehicles are options more conducive to metropolitan areas, not rural ones,” the coalition argued.

They also maintain rural drivers travel long distances “often in heavy-duty vehicles required for business or agriculture or because they need to be able to maneuver effectively in inclement weather and through altitude changes.”

The complainants believe the distance and terrain in rural states also make nonmotorized and electric options impractical.

The lawsuit claims states also will face economic implications and financial burdens.

The fed estimated that the final emissions rule will cost up to $12.7 million for the first 10 years of implementation, according to ttnews.com.

Raúl Labrador, Idaho AG, said his state is pursuing more than 700 NHS improvement projects.

“The federal government demanding a reduction in vehicle miles traveled is ridiculous,” he said. “States simply cannot be forced to implement the policy whims of a federal government and the Constitution is clear about this.”

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The FHWA mandate, which requires states to set and report on emission reduction targets for two- and four-year intervals, are considered overreach by many in the construction industry.

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Another objection, from Montana AG Austin Knudsen, said the one-sizefits-all approach might work for the Washington, D.C., but not in his state. Knudsen believes the emissions reg will “disproportionately” harm states with more rural areas.

Ashley Moody, Florida AG, noted states are required to set arbitrary targets for reduced CO2 emissions, to track progress and report to the fed goal progress.

“This rule forces states to spend an inordinate amount of time, resources and money with no clear guidance for what success looks like,” she said.

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In early February, two congressmen introduced AGC-supported legislation that would repeal the GHG rulemaking.

Kevin Cramer of North Dakota and Rick Crawford of Arkansas initiated a resolution of disapproval to “illustrate Congress’ objection to this federal overreach.”

They consider “most galling” the Biden administration’s implementation of the rule despite having no statutory authority to do so.

“This is the heavy hand of the federal government run amok,” said Crawford, chairman of the House highways and transit subcommittee. “The absence of a prohibition is not a license, and yet the Biden administra-

tion pushed this illegal and unfeasible regulation anyway,” said Cramer. “New York and North Dakota have very different transportation systems, needs and capabilities, but … they’re effectively treated the same.”

He added, “a subway stop at a cattle ranch is silly and unserious, and so is the idea of widespread EV use in North Dakota.”

Cramer noted nearly half the Senate co-sponsored this resolution from the onset, showing strong push for the rule’s defeat. Cramer is ranking member of the Senate environment and public works subcommittee on transportation and infrastructure.

Congress considered and rejected including a GHG performance measure requirement during IIJA negotiations, noted Sam Graves of Missouri. Graves, who chairs the House transportation and infrastructure committee, said the Biden administration needs to implement the law that was written.

Shelly Capito of West Virginia claimed Biden is “blatantly” neglecting the letter of a bipartisan law he signed himself. She said the rule hamstrings states’ transportation planning priorities and jeopardizes critical investments, jobs and economic growth across the country.

“When we negotiated the bipartisan IIJA, we specifically left out the authority FHWA is attempting to exercise.”

Cramer and Crawford said Congress has not provided DOT with any statutory authority to implement this pro-

posal.

“Additionally, the agency’s proposal is not workable, as illustrated by comments from a majority of state DOTs and AGs.”

In penning their objections to the rules, construction industry associations said they support congressional efforts to halt the GHG regulation. The coalition believes regulatory overreach outside the bounds of the IIJA has the potential to limit improvements to our infrastructure.

Congress ultimately excluded from the 2021 law because the provision lacked sufficient congressional support.

“While a previous administration considered a similar GHG performance rule, the agency later determined that the rule exceeded its statutory authority … and was not required by law.”

To be clear, they noted, the statutory language around performance measures has not changed since the 2012 enactment of MAP-21.

“We believe FHWA lacks the statutory authority to create a greenhouse gas performance measure, and therefore, support any and all congressional efforts to block this rule’s implementation.”

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Company pays a weekly base salary, a no-ceiling monthly commission, and provides health-dental benefits, a 401-K plan, vacation, and sick days. Also, 40,000-50,000 miles or more annually car expense paid weekly along with hotel and meal bills. Company phone, computer, and in-house telephone sales coordination assistance provided.

Call 800-334-5071 or 910-525-4046 for scheduling an interview and resume mailing details.

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support. In fact, this mid-size machine delivers the rugged reliability and ease of operation you’ve come to expect from over a half-century of exceptional John Deere wheel loaders. Get down to business with the 644 G-Tier.

Dobbs

JohnDeere.com/Loaders

www.beardequipment.com

Mobile, AL 251/456-1993

Freeport, FL 850/835-3337

Jacksonville, FL 904/296-5000

Lake City, FL 386/752-9544

Ocala, FL 352/732-4646

Palatka, FL 386/325-6268

Panama City, FL 850/769-4844

Pensacola, FL 850/476-0277

Perry, FL 850/584-9200

Tallahassee, FL 850/575-5600

Dothan, AL 334/794-8691

Troy, AL 334/566-4181

Riverview, FL (HQ) 813/620-1000

Miami, FL 305/592-5740

West Palm Beach, FL 561/848-6618

Orlando, FL 407/299-1212

Fort Myers, FL 239/334-3627

Lutz, FL 813/995-0841

www.dobbsequipment.com

Daytona, FL 407/299-1212

Riverview, FL 813/621-4902

Pompano Beach, FL 954/977-9541

Sarasota, FL 941/960-2004

Melbourne, FL 321-234-3344

Adairsville, GA 770/773-9857

Albany, GA 229/888-1212

Atlanta, GA 404/691-9445

Braselton, GA 770/965-1889

Brunswick, GA 912/264-6161

Columbus, GA 706/687-3344

Grovetown, GA 706/855-5440

Macon, GA 478/788-1586

Savannah, GA 912/964-7370

Valdosta, GA 229/474-6680

Andrews, SC 843/221-4940

Aynor, SC 843/358-5688

Ladson, SC 843/572-0400

Simpsonville, SC 864/963-5835

Walterboro, SC 843/539-1420

West Columbia, SC 803/794-9340

WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 80Z, 85Z, 90Z

EMAIL:

EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1 346 484 0369

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING TO BUY

VOLVO L320 , L330 OR L350F, YEAR ABOVE 2013. MUST BE RUNNER/NONRUNNER.

EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): ENGINE FOR A TRACK-TYPE TRACTOR - CATERPILLAR D6R XL SERIES II - ENGINE C9SERIAL #: 4ZF10784

EMAIL: MILANZOLL@INCOMERH.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 983-B; KOEHRING 1066, RUNNING OR NOT; GRADALL ON TRACKS, RUNNING OR NOT; DRESSER 250-E CRAWLER LOADER.

CALL 267-738-5984

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): DRESSER 125E CRAWLER DOZERS - IF YOU HAVE A COMPLETE BOSCH VA PUMP OR HEAD AND ROTOR I'D BE INTERESTED IN BUYING.

EMAIL:

CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE BROOMS / SWEEPERS, ALL MODELS.

MID-SIZED JOHN DEERE OR HYUNDAI EXCAVATOR PLUMBED AND WITH CONCRETE PULVERIZER.

EMAIL: NEWYORKCWS@YAHOO.COM;

PHONE: 973-956-8854

WANTED (PA): NEW HOLLAND

ATTACHMENTS - 7614 LOADER

ATTACHMENT FOR NEW HOLLAND

TRACTOR.

EMAIL: KEVCOOKENTERPRISES@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 814-386-5541

WANTED (FL): COTTRELL TRAILERS, ALL MODELS.

EMAIL: WILFREORLANDO@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELSNEED TO PURCHASE FOR OWN STOCK CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS (916, 926, 936E, 950B, 950E, 950H, 966E, 966F, 966H, 970F & 980F.

EMAIL: ROYALMACHINERYTRADERS@ GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923360598261

WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 85ZV , 90ZV , 90ZIV , 95ZV. ALSO SEARCHING FOR KOMATSU WA470-3 , WA600-3 , WA600-6... RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING CONDITION.

EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577

WANTED (IL): CASE 580M III BACKHOE LOADERS; LOOKING FOR CATERPILLAR, CASE AND JOHN DEERE BACKHOE PARTS/SALVAGE MACHINES. RUNNERS AND NON RUNNERS, ANY CONDITION.

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 618-838-0841

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS – LOOKING FOR A CAT 140G, 14G, 14H, OR 140H MOTOR GRADER WITH A RIPPER.

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +92300369360

WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35

EMAIL: JSGODSEY78@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 205-485-4605

WANTED (US): ALL MODELS DITCH WITCH VACUUM/EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT

EMAIL: BILL@DITCHWITCHNEWMEXICO.COM

WANTED (US): MANUFACTURER: JCB 540-170 TELEHANDLER, 2016 OR NEWER.

EMAIL:

NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS AND JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. WE REQUIRE ITEMS TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. THE MOST DESIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS.

PHONE: 484-781-2958

EMAIL:

JWALSH@JAMESTOHARAINC.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 140G MOTOR GRADERS - NEED TO BUY CAT MOTOR GRADER 140G/H, 14G,14M. ALSO LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU WHEEL LOADER WA-600 AND WA-900. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 336

EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS.

EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM

PHONE: 737-587-1936

WANTED (NC); CLARK ECX 25 FORKLIFT.

EMAIL: JBSSERVICES37@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT.

EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220

WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR OFFHIGHWAY TRUCKS - CAT MODLES 777C, 777D, 777F, 777G.

EMAIL: TONYTHOMAS@ PACIFICCRANES.COM;

PHONE: 1-818-956-5231

WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR 980K-M / 924 K-M / 416 420 430 C-D-E-F / 953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 MN

EMAIL: FEEDBACK@GCESEQUIPMENT.COM

PHONE: 657-456-2544

WANTED (IL): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR CAT - CASE 980K-M /924 K-M /416 420 430 C-D-E-F /953 963 C-D-K / 580 590 M-N.

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA-600, WA-500 AND WA-900 WHEEL LOADERS.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (TX): NEED CAT 988 USED WHEEL LOADER. IF AVAILABLE PLEASE CONTACT ASAP.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (TX): ALL MODELS EAGLE CRUSHERS / PULVERIZERS / SHEARS. ISO PORTABLE, PREFERABLY CLOSED CIRCUIT, IMPACT CRUSHERS. ALSO INTERESTED IN PORTABLE SCREENS

EMAIL: GIVEBUYSELLTRADE@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 512-822-8818

WANTED (IL): A CUMMINS 5.9 TURBO

CHARGED ENGINE FOR A CASE 1155E LOADER.

EMAIL: KUBERSKIEXC@CHARTER.NET

WANTED: KOMATSU WA600-6 WHEEL LOADER & CAT 988. IF AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (OK): CATERPILLAR D5N CRAWLER DOZER.

EMAIL:

JUNK4@ACEINVESTMENTS.COM;

PHONE: 405-627-6246

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MODEL

815 SOIL COMPACTOR.

EMAIL:

ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM;

PHONE: 312-898-5355

WANTED (MA): CATERPILLAR 308E2CR

WANTED (IN): HYSTER H80FT FORKS

EMAIL: YADAV.JYOTI178@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 09500208661 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (WA): BOMAG BW 172 PADFOOT COMPACTORS | LOOKING FOR PARTS, SPECIFICALLY DRIVE TRAIN, OR WHOLE MACHINE TO USE FOR PARTS.

EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM

PHONE: 360-798-5847

WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598

WANTED (US): ANY MANUFACTURER, ALL MODELS CRAWLER DOZERSLOOKING TO BUY JOHN DEERE 650KLGP WITH WINCH OR 550KLGP WITH WINCH, ENCL. CAB, UNDER 3500 HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW.

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA; PHONE: 450-346-8975

WANTED (TX): CATERPILLAR MODEL 14H MOTOR GRADER.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478

WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE.

EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 832-244-1897

WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER

EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214 – A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR.

EMAIL DEANDRS@VERIZON.NET OR CALL 610-417-5123

WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND BACKHOE LOADERS.

EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET

WANTED (US): VOLVO EC480DL EXCAVATOR

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360

WANTED (OK): INTERNATIONAL H100C WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466.

EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM

PHONE: 918-385-1623

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D

BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING

BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3).

EMAIL:

EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 832-244-1897

WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, MODELS EX 400 AND EX 450.

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 340 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO LOCATE CAT EXCAVATORS 320, 330, 345, 365, 385, AND 390.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-281-694-5478

WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30

WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS & LESS THAN $15,000

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 616-813-3642

WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR MULITIPLE UNITS OF CATERPILLAR D7G CRAWLER DOZERS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION.

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923322489350

WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS – NEED TO PURCHASE HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400, EX-450, AND EX 270. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE DO LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE.

EMAIL:

NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E

EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923331234598

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER T4 CRAWLER TRACK CHAINS. NEED A GOOD SET OF TRACK CHAINS TO COMPLETE A 1960 IH T4 RESTORATION. THE SAME STYLE OF CHAINS WEAS USED ON IH T4, T5, TD5, T340 & TD340 CRAWLERS. THEY HAVE A 6.00 PITCH. I CAN SUPPLY ORIGINAL PART NUMBERS. THANKS FOR ANY ASSISTANCE. EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR EITHER A USED, OR NEW GRAPPLE BUCKET, DEMOLITION BUCKET, FORKS WITH GRAPPLE, OR A STANDARD GP BUCKET TO FIT A NEW 2022 CAT 980-14A (OLD MODEL = 980-M) RUBBER TIRED WHEEL LOADER. IT CAN EITHER BE "DIRECT PIN" OR TO FIT A FUSION COUPLER. OUR NEED IS IMMEDIATE. EMAIL:BSCHAAB@AMERICANDND.COM

PHONE: 716-984-7566

WANTED (AL): LOOKING TO PURCHASE CAT WHEEL LOADER 936, 950B, 966F AND 980F FOR OUR INVENTORY. IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923003695360

WANTED: CATERPILLAR M320 EXCAVATOR. LOOKING FOR A MOBILE EXCAVATOR CATERPILLAR M320DSINGLE BOOM, IN WORKING CONDITION, FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE. EMAIL: RENATO.NASCIMENTO@ ELEBBRE.COM; PHONE: +5511994602266

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR CAT D10N / D10R CRAWLER DOZER. EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): HITACHI EX400

EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A USED HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400 & EX 450 TO PURCHASE ASAP. (RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING MACHINES).

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (TX): JOHN DEERE WHEEL LOADERS – LOOKING FOR A JOHN DEERE 544K & 644K TO PURCHASE ASAP WITH HOURS 5000 OR LESS.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS @GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): HYUNDAI HL757-9A

WHEEL LOADER – LOOKING TO BUY

2012-2013 WHEEL LOADER OF APPROX. 200 HP (EX:HL757-9A)WITH HOURS LESS THAN 6000.

EMAIL: BERTRANDLAZURE @CHARETTETRANSPORT.COM; PHONE: 1-450-691-5151

WANTED

Heavymachinesllc.com

3926 East Raines Road Memphis, TN 38118 901-260-2200

2115 N Thompson Lane Murfreesboro, TN 37129 629-335-3077

364 Bob Jobe Road Gray, TN 37615 423-282-5462

5200 Hollywood Avenue Shreveport, LA 71109 318-621-0854

10110 Roberts Way Covington, GA 30014 770-788-0888

7651 Theodore Dawes Road Theodore, AL 36582 251-653-5955

825 31st Street North Birmingham, AL 35203 205-323-6108

Now Open 314 Beltline Road NW Decatur, AL 35061 256-898-0550

Coming Soon Knoxville, TN 37914 888-366-9028

www.stoneequipmentco.com

210 West Boulevard Montgomery, AL 36108 334-625-6585

VermeerSoutheast.com

2950 Pinson Valley Pkwy. Birmingham, AL 35217 205-841-9895

1060 West Industrial Ave. Boynton Beach, FL 33426 561-742-7400

2965 McEver Road Buford, GA 30518 470-238-5900

12785 44th St. North Clearwater, FL 33762 727-299-9207

2231 Flint Dr. Ft. Myers, FL 33916 239-337-5900

11550 Philips Hwy. Jacksonville, FL 32256 904-262-4400

1320 Gresham Rd. Marietta, GA 30062 770-973-8811

7970 NW 64th St Miami, FL 33166 786-410-9680

428 Ocoee Apopka Road Ocoee, FL 34761 407-295-2020

6691 Mobile Highway Pensacola, FL 32526 850-944-8110

65 Chandler Street Richmond Hill, GA 31324 912-238-1300

Auctions are subject to change, please check Auctioneers websites for details

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

• Ft. Worth, TX

Wed., March 20, 2024

For: One Owner, 110+ Lease Returns

• Online

Thurs., March 21, 2024

For: Late Model Construction Equipment & more (MX)

• Middletown, NY

Sat., March 23, 2024

For: Very Large Like New Snow & Construction Equipment & more

• Acme, PA

Wed., March 27, 2024

For: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Utility Equipment

• Atlantic City, NJ

April 4 - 7, 2024

For: 4-Day Annual A.C. Contractors Auction

• Hauppauge, NY

Fri., April 12, 2024

For: Very Late Model Snow & Construction Equipment & more

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

• NE Regional Event

March 19 - 20, 2024

• Sacramento, CA

March 20 - 21, 2024

• Great Plains Regional Event

March 27- 28, 2024

• Southeast Regional Event

March 27- 28, 2024

• Great Lakes Regional Event

March 28 - 29, 2024

• Pacific NW Regional Event

March 28, 2024

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

• Online

January 31 – May 11, 2024

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

ALLSURPLUS – A Liquidity Services Marketplace www.allsurplus.com

214-427-1862

• Online

March 5 - 20, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment Auction

• Online

March 6 - 21, 2024

For: Heavy Duty Trucks Auction

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

• Woodburn, OR

Fri., March 29, 2024

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

• Sacramento, CA

Sat., April 13, 2024

For: Sacramento Equipment Auction

Coming Auctions

To view information on upcoming auctions visit our Auction Calendar at www.constructionequipmentguide.com

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com 1-877-BIDADOO

• Online

March 26, 2024

• Online April 2, 2024

BIG IRON AUCTIONS

www.bigiron.com 800-937-3558

• Online March 20, 2024

• Online

March 27, 2024

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS

www.brightstarauctions.com 574-825-0704

• Online

Wed., March 20, 2024

For: IronRing Auction

DEANCO AUCTIONS

www.deancoauction.com

MS: 601-656-9768

AL: 334-693-2540

• Philadelphia, MS March 27 – 28, 2024

For: Huge 2-Day Public Auction

DEMOTT AUCTION COMPANY

www.demottauction.com

229-985-4565

• Iron City, GA Sat., March 23, 2024

For: 22nd Annual Spring Auction

• Okeechobee, FL

Thurs., April 25, 2024

For: 29th Annual Citrus Ranch & Produce Auction

DON SMOCK AUCTION CO., INC.

www.dsa-auctions.com

765-778-9277

• Pendleton, IN Fri., March 22, 2024

For: 32nd Annual Spring Auction

• Rockford, IL Fri., April 5, 2024

For: Randolph Masonry, Inc. Absolute Auction

FREY & SONS, INC.

www.freyandsons.com 419-455-3739

• Sylvania, OH

Thurs., March 21, 2024

For: Toledo Paving – Live Absolute Retirement Auction

GEYER AUCTION COMPANIES

www.geyerauctions.com 484-239-3273

• Bechtelsville, PA

Thurs., March 28, 2024

For: Spring NE Commercial Truck & Equipment Auction

HANSEN AUCTION GROUP

www.hansenauctiongroup.com 920-383-1012

• Online March 12 - 26, 2024

For: Monthly Construction, Heavy Trucks & Government Auction

• Online Wed., March 20, 2024

For: Wood Sewer & Excavating Retirement Auction

HUNYADY AUCTION COMPANY

www.hunyady.com 800-233-6898

• Virtual Live April 3 - 4, 2024

For: Absolute Auction, Glenn Johnson, Inc. Complete Liquidation

• Virtual Live Wed., April 17, 2024

For: TC Paving, Inc. Complete Liquidation Auction I.R.A.Y. AUCTION www.iraymn.com 320-968-7230

• Online Wed., April 10, 2024

For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS

www.jjkane.com

855-GO2-KANE

• Online

March 19 - 20, 2024

For: Western Region Timed Online Auction

• Online

Mon., March 25, 2024

For: TNT Northern Nevada Government Surplus

• Online

Tues., March 26, 2024

For: Southeast Region Timed Online Auction

• Online

Tues., March 26, 2024

For TNT Northern Nevada Government Surplus

• Online

Tues., March 26, 2024

For Dixon, California Auction

J.M. WOOD AUCTION COMPANY

www.jmwood.com 800-447-7085

• Montgomery, AL March 19 - 22, 2024

For: 51st Annual Spring Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com

888-897-8864

• Virtual Live

Wed., March 27, 2024

For: Forestry Focused Auction

• Virtual Live

Wed., April 17, 2024

For: Debriae Logging Fleet Dispersal Auction

JAMES G. MURPHY INC. AUCTIONEERS

www.murphyauction.com

425-486-1246

• Online

April 4 – 11, 2024

For: Marysville Heavy Equipment, Contractors Equipment & Vehicles

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com 601-450-6200

• Glencoe, MN

Tues., March 26, 2024

For: 23rd Annual Turf, Golf Course & Construction Equipment Auction

• Pelzer, SC

Thurs., March 28, 2024

For: East Coast Construction & Transportation Auction

• Fairfield, IA

Tues., April 2, 2024

For: Onsite Fleet Realignment Auction

• Clayton, IN

Thurs., April 4, 2024

For: Spring MW Construction & Farm Equipment Auction (FR)

• Loudon, IN

Sat., April 13, 2024

For: Northeast US Live & Online Public Auction

• Online

Tues., April 16, 2024

For: National Online Construction, Ag & Transportation Auction

JOEY MARTIN AUCTIONEERS

www.joeymartinauctioneers.com 864-940-4800

• Blairsville, GA Sat., April 13, 2024

For: High Country Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

MIDEAST EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

www.mideastequip.com 860-370-9993

• Moosic, PA Tues., March 26, 2024

For: Digg-It Corporation Semi-Retirement Auction

MYRON BOWLING AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.myronbowling.com 513-738-3311

• Walkerton, VA Thurs., April 11, 2024

For: Bennett Mineral Company

• Franklin, IN Wed., April 17, 2024

For: Hutson Industrial Services

PETER COSTANZO AUCTIONEERS

petercostanzoauctioneers.com 732-776-7222

• Online March 27 – April 10, 2024

For: Vehicles, Forklifts & Heavy Equipment Auction

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION

www.purplewave.com 866-608-9283

• Online

Wed., March 20, 2024

For: Ag Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., March 21, 2024

For: Truck & Trailer Auction

• Online

Tues., March 26, 2024

For: Kansas Department of Transportation Auction

RES AUCTION SERVICES www.RES.bid 833-SOLD-RES

• Wooster, OH

Fri., April 5, 2024

For: Commercial Truck & Trailer Consignment Auction

• Wooster, OH Sat., April 13, 2024

For: Late Spring Construction & Ag Equipment Consignment Auction

SHERIDAN REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY

www.sheridanauctionservice.com 517-676-9800

• Online

Tues., April 2, 2024

For: Farm Equipment Sale

SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC

www.shetronequipment.com 717-532-8828

• Shippensburg, PA Wed., March 27, 2024

For: Farm & Construction Equipment Auction

SOLD AUCTION COMPANY www.soldauctionco.com 404-725-2267

• Lexington, SC Fri., March 29, 2024

For: Early Spring Transportation & Construction Auction

VANTAGE AUCTIONS www.vantageauctions.com 951-228-9040

• Lake Elsinore, CA Sat., March 23, 2024

For: Heavy Construction Equipment & Commercial Truck/Trailer Auction

WAUSAU ACTIONEERS

www.wausauauctioneers.com 800-432-1922

• Merrill, WI

Fri., April 5, 2024

For: Annual Spring Equipment Auction

YODER & FREY

HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS www.yoderandfrey.com

419-865-3990

• Kissimmee, FL Thurs., April 11, 2024

For: Construction Equipment Auction

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2022 Volvo

2014 John Deere 410K

3 of 4 – Late Model Cat 740B

2007 Grove

2015 John Deere 350G

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‘J.D.’ Gray of J.M. Wood Auction Co. Passes Away at 68

John Daniel “J.D.” Gray, 68, of Prattville, Ala., passed away on Feb. 28, 2024.

Born May 7, 1955, and a native of White City in north Autauga County, Ala., Mr. Gray was at the time of his death vice president and truck division manager of J.M. Wood Auction Company Inc. in Montgomery, Ala.

Prior to his employment with J.M. Wood, Mr. Gray sold trucks for The Cross Family of Gulf Coast Mack in Mobile, Ala., where he excelled at relationships and possessed an encyclopedic knowledge of truck specifications and values. Brenda Wood, co-founder of J.M. Wood Auction Company, recognized his talents and hired him in 1999 to lead the company’s governmental truck division and to serve as vice president.

According to J.M. Wood, “He always answered his phone. Always. If he couldn’t talk, he would answer the phone and say he’d call back later. His business acumen, work ethic and knack for interpersonal relationships shone in his roles as vice president and truck division manager of J.M. Wood Auction Company Inc. J.D. was a mentor to everyone at J.M. Wood Auction Company and to an entire industry. His legendary status in the world of vocational trucks and heavy equipment was well-earned.

“J.D. was a trusted friend and advisor to everyone who knew him,” the company added. “People from every walk of life leaned on him for guidance, both professionally and personally. Dozens of people would say he was their best friend, and every one of them would be right.”

Mr. Gray also owned a cattle farm and held leadership positions on numerous bank and philanthropic boards.

Mr. Gray was preceded in death by his parents, Nolan Gray and Mozell McGowin Gray. He is survived by his sister, Martha Gray; and extended family and many friends.

Funeral services were held March 3, 2024, at J.M. Wood Auction Company and interment was held March 4 at White City Cemetery in Prattville, Ala. 

Crews Moving Utilities, Clearing Vegetation for Basin Project

marsh water on average is only a foot or two in depth, though there are deeper pools. On average, the diverted sediment is expected to raise the elevation of the marsh bottom by anywhere from a half foot to five or six feet. Voila! New ground.

Controlling the velocity of the incoming water is important. Rushing water picks up additional sediment, after all, rather than dropping off the stuff. Water moving too slowly doesn’t get to the end of the line. To regulate the flow, engineers will plug in hydraulic data about flow — width, depth, contour of the terrain — and then move the river water at an optimum pace for new delta-building.

The ultimate destination for the water is the Gulf, which of course is the same place the river ends up. The difference is the diverted water will have performed three functions before getting there — restoring land, freshening brackish pools of water and invigorating growth of native vegetation. While the project has no salinity reduction goals, some brackish and salty water will be diluted by the diverted water.

The muddiness of the water before the soil is dropped is not a threat to flora or fauna, according to Barth. To the contrary, he cites another area on the east side of the Mississippi River where the moving water regularly spills out into a marsh.

“There is an enormous amount of vegetation growth there,” said Barth.

The diversion process will have a negative impact on some marine species, including oysters and brown shrimp,

that are at home in brackish water. On the other hand, freshwater bass among others are expected to benefit immediately. Long term, the overall habitat for fish and vegetation will be generally enhanced by the infusion of river water and sediment. Still, some funds have been set aside to mitigate any near-term impact from the diverted water for affected businesses and properties as well as fishery resources.

This is the heart of hurricane country, of course, Katrina being a never-to-be-forgotten one in and around New Orleans. The reinvigorated marshes and emergence of new land amid the water are not unrelated to the storms.

“The more land and marsh we have between the gulf and levees helps our communities,” said Barth.

Earthen structures aren’t the only defense against a storm’s fury.

“The marsh in front of the levees helps reduce storm surge and, especially, waves. It helps hold the sea water at bay,” he said.

For the next five years of diversion channel construction, the additional protection won’t yet be in place. The project will be at the mercy of hurricane season, from June to November.

“Our completion schedule does not include hurricane delays,” Barth said. “We are very likely to experience something like that and we have planned accordingly. I would like to tell you we have thought of everything, but there will be stuff that comes up. Storms and other things that will surprise us. But for me, it is making sure we have the right team members in place to meet any challenge that comes.” 

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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)

AGC Events Calendar:

All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim240401/)

Date: Monday, April 15, 2024 (9:00 AM) –Thursday, April 18, 2024 (5:00 PM)

Online Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd edition (https://training.agc.org/course/vlea240501/)

Date: Monday, April 29, 2024 (11:00 AM) –Wed., May 15, 2024 (3:00 PM)

Online Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim250501/)

Dates: Monday, May 13, 2024 (5 PM) –Thursday, May 23, 2024 (8:30 PM)

Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vpmd240602/)

Dates: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 (12 PM) – Thursday, June 27, 2024 (5 PM)

Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE (ACI)

ACI Concrete Convention (Spring 2024 – New Orleans)

DATES: March 24 – 28, 2024

Place: Hyatt Regency New Orleans New Orleans, LA

ACI Convention will have a robust schedule that includes traditional in-person activities. Select programming will also be available on-demand to attendees who choose to participate remotely. All committee meetings and all social events will be limited to in-person attendees.

The ACI Concrete Convention is the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete materials, design, construction, and repair bringing together the world’s most well-known leaders with professionals looking to learn. Conventions provide a forum for networking and education and an opportunity to provide input on the concrete industry’s codes, specifications, and guides. Committees meet to develop the standards, reports, and other documents necessary to keep up with the ever-changing world of concrete technology. Committee meetings are open to all registered convention attendees. Additionally, Convention offers numerous networking events where you can expect to meet with many of the industry’s top engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world.

For more information, please contact ACI: PHONE: 1/248-8483800

WORLD of ASPHALT 2024 (WOA)

Leading Asphalt Trade Show and Conference

DATES: March 25 – 27, 2024

Hours: Monday to Tuesday (9 AM – 5 PM)

Wednesday (9 AM – 2 PM)

Place: Music City Center 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S., Nashville, TN 37203

Who Attends?

World of Asphalt is the largest event for asphalt professionals and contractors in Asphalt Maintenance, Asphalt Paving, Business Operations, Hauling, Portable Power, Technology Solutions, and more!

Make Key Industry Connections

Got You Covered

Meet: Connect directly with Technical Experts.

Compare: World of Asphalt has many solutions in one place, you can save time and make more accurate decisions about what suits your business.

Learn: Understand the equipment you’ll be using tomorrow and get demonstrations from the people who know it best.

Find Your Solution

The People, Plants and Paving Conference features learning opportunities with leading industry experts to offer solutions to issues affecting the Asphalt Industry.

Get Educated: Listen to more speakers on more industry topics.

Attend Panels: Hear industry leaders have open and honest conversations.

Discover Ideas: Learn actionable insights you can take back to your business.

Spark Conversations: Ask questions, answer questions, and create lasting connections.

Asphalt Trends & Tech

Get the latest news and updates from World of Asphalt, the leading asphalt trade show and conference. Stay informed with industry trends and technologies.

STAY INFORMED about WORLD OF ASPHALT

See what’s new and don’t miss a thing about the 2024 show! For more information, go to www.worldofasphalt.com.

Attendees: USA & Canada: +1-864/208-3372 Exhibitors: +1-414/272-0943

NORTH AMERICAN SOCIETY for TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY (NASTT)

NASTT 2024 No-Dig Show

DATES: April 14 – 18, 2024 (All Day)

Place: Rhode Island Convention Center 1 Sabin Street, Providence, RI 02903

Description:

The NASTT 2024 No-Dig Show is the largest Trenchless Technology Conference in North America, where thousands of professionals attend to learn new methods and techniques that will save money and improve infrastructure.

This trade show and conference provides attendees an opportunity to learn methods in technical sessions, network with peers and talk to vendors during exhibit hall hours.

Auction:

The Annual Education Fund Auction is an exciting and important Auction of the No-Dig Show. Funds help support trenchless training, technical course manuals, university student attendance and more.

Awards:

NASTT Awards celebrate innovators, champions, volunteers, and emerging leaders. See who has been recognized in the past and how to nominate for future awards.

Abstracts & Papers:

The No-Dig Show Technical Program Committee typically reviews abstracts in July and notifies the primary authors of acceptance in September. Find out more about No-Dig abstracts and papers!

For more information contact NASTT:

Address: 22722 29th Drive SE, #100, Bothell, WA 98021 Phone: 888/388-2554 Email: info@nastt.org

DESIGN-BUILD INSTITUTE OF AMERICA (DBIA)

Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Conference 2024

DATES: Monday, April 15, 2024 – Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Place: Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Description: The Nation’s Only Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Event

The Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Conference is the only conference that unites owners and practitioners committed to fully leveraging this efficient delivery mechanism possible to bring value to customers and stakeholders. The Design-Build for Water/Wastewater Conference brings professionals together for three (3) days of dynamic speakers, networking events and the latest on design-build trends in the water/wastewater sector. For more information, visit www.dbwater.com/ or contact DBIA at Telephone: 1/202-682-0110

DESIGN-BUILD INSTITUTE OF AMERICA (DBIA)

Design-Build for Transportation/Aviation Conference

DATES: April 17, 2024 – April 19, 2024

Time: 7:00 AM EDT – 7:00 PM EDT

Place: Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Description: There are four tracks of education and general sessions available at this year’s Design-Build for Transportation/Aviation Conference in Cincinnati, OH. The nation’s best Design-Build resources, along with networking opportunities, are available for anyone working in the aviation or transportation sectors when they come to this event. With Highway/Street projected to represent the largest growth segments in Design-Build spending over the next three years, and other areas of transportation (I.e., airports, transit, ports, etc.) among the fastest growing segments, sharing practical application techniques, lessons learned, and key success factors are critical to optimizing this highly flexible project delivery methods. For more information, visit www.dbwater.com/ or contact DBIA at Telephone: 1/202-682-0110

Iron Auction Holds Surplus Equipment Sale in Harleyville, S.C.

Iron Auction Group held a surplus equipment auction March

1, 2024, in Harleyville, S.C., for Dorchester Logistics and other sellers. The auction featured trucks, trailers, motor graders, excavators, skid steers, artic trucks, dozers, attachments and more.  CEG

(All photographs in this article are Copyright 2024 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)

Meeting up at the auction (L-R) are Brian Roberts, BTR Enterprises in Mountville, S.C.; and Theron Byrd and Matt McGaffee, both of Iron Auction Group.

Grant Drucker of Port City Machinery in Ravenel, S.C., inspected the excavators and thought this Cat 330D was perfect.

The auction included excavators and a wide assortment of buckets.

All smiles during the auction, (L-R) are Todd Muckenfuss, Oak Ridge Construction in Harleyville, S.C.; Ross and Dalton McMillan; and Mike Finley of Iron Auction Group.

Clayton (L) and Coleman Trapp, both of Trapp Construction in Blythewood, S.C., needed a few machines for an upcoming project. They were particularly interested in the excavators and one of these Cat 12H motor graders.

Wade Cook of Dallas 1 Construction in Charlotte, N.C., needed a few buckets and attachments; he looked the available items over and picked out a few that suited his needs.

John Woolston (L) of Action Clearing & Grinding in Sumter, S.C., chats with Sam Ingram of Iron Auction Group.

Keith Britt of Keith Britt Trucking & Construction in Dorchester, S.C., was hoping to be the lucky buyer of this Powerscreen unit.

Bobcat Announces Chip Gaines as New Brand Ambassador

Chip Gaines, Magnolia co-founder, entrepreneur and home renovation expert, and leading equipment manufacturer Bobcat Co., announced a partnership aimed at inspiring audiences to tackle DIY dreams.

Host of the hit show “Fixer Upper” and known for his passion for home improvement, Gaines is a long-time Bobcat customer and fan. Through this partnership, Gaines is excited to showcase his love for the Bobcat brand to his audience.

“I’ve been using Bobcat equipment for years on my farm in Waco, and I can’t imagine working without it. My Bobcat machines have empowered me to bring some of my biggest ideas to life,” said Gaines. “When I was a kid, I remember seeing people driving Bobcat skid steers, and I always wanted to be in the driver’s seat. This brand goes way back for me, and when I think of world-class equipment, Bobcat is it — which makes me so proud and excited about this partnership.”

Aside from being an entrepreneur and contractor, Gaines and his family live on a farm in Texas. From tending gardens to managing goats, pigs and horses, Gaines is

sharing the work he is accomplishing with his Bobcat equipment, including a compact tractor, zero-turn mower, compact track loader and utility vehicle, across his social media channels.

While Bobcat continues to manufacture its legacy products, like the skid steer loader, it has grown its consumer offerings geared toward homeowners with acreage who are seeking professional-grade equipment to maintain their properties. Gaines is an ideal partner for all that Bobcat offers.

“Chip has a history of entrepreneurialism, a commitment to hard work and a spirit of community like none other — and he isn’t afraid to take on the toughest tasks and conquer challenges with determination. These values line up perfectly with the Bobcat brand,” said Laura Ness Owens, Bobcat vice president of brand and marketing.

“We’re excited to work together to empower people to accomplish more — and have some fun along the way.”

Gaines’ endorsement of Bobcat equipment underscores the brand’s commitment to providing solutions for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

For more information, visit bobcat.com. 

John Deere Sponsors Docuseries for Women in Construction Week

In conjunction with the celebration of National Women in Construction Week and International Women’s Day, John Deere Construction & Forestry announced its $125,000 sponsorship of the “Women at Work: Breaking Barriers” docuseries by A Greener Tomorrow non-profit organization.

Produced by Jennifer Todd, president of LMS General Contractors and founder of A Greener Tomorrow, the series aims to inspire the next generation of tradeswomen and support the current workforce of women in construction.

Each episode will feature the journey of women in STEM, construction and skilled trade careers with the goal of inspiring the next generation while fostering an inclusive environment where women are celebrated for their contributions every day.

“The construction industry’s growth continues to increase pressure on recruiting and retaining key talent in STEM and skilled trades. Engaging with A Greener Tomorrow initiative was an easy decision,” said Jason Daly, vice president at John Deere. “We are inspired by the women in this

docuseries and are humbled to help tell their stories.”

By showcasing the day-to-day lives, challenges and accomplishments of women in these industries, John Deere and A Greener Tomorrow hope to raise awareness about the valuable contributions they make to the industry and beyond. Women account for only 14.9 percent of the construction industry’s workforce. Through real-life stories, each episode will be a source of inspiration; sharing the ways in which a career in the industry has enhanced the lives of five women.

“We are incredibly excited to have John Deere as the Title Sponsor of A Greener Tomorrow’s groundbreaking docuseries, ‘Women at Work: Breaking Barriers’. Having spent 16 years navigating the construction industry, I know that representation matters,” said Todd. “It is important to me to showcase the inspiring stories of other women who have defied the odds and made significant contributions to construction, engineering and skilled trades.”

The five-episode series will be available exclusively on YouTube. 

John Deere photo

Jennifer Todd, president of LMS General Contractors and founder of A Greener Tomorrow.

Bobcat photo

Chip Gaines

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DQ7445 ‘15 Lippmann 30X62 jaw crusher

DR4260 ‘20

paver

DO3195 ‘18 Wirtgen W150 CFi milling machine

‘15 Fabtec 5x16 creening plant

a L7862 ‘22 Kenworth T370 ater truck

DR4252 ‘18 Kenworth T880 dump truck

DL7918 ‘17

CAT 323FL excavator

DL7858 ‘22 Kenworth K370 oil distributor truck

DL7869 ‘16 CAT 336FL excavator