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Crews Rebuild Bridges in Historic Route 66 Community By Chuck Harvey
replace the damaged elements of the bridges, and complete other upgrades to increase the lifespan of the bridges. The bridges, which are 40 and 50 years old, have reached a point where they need new bridge decks and other repairs to keep them functioning safely in the long term.
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A historic community along old Route 66 will be open for visitors as crews repair three area bridges over Interstate 40 in the Phoenix area. The project is scheduled to last 10 months. Construction began on June 11 and is scheduled to be completed next spring. The Arizona Department of Transportation, in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration, is repairing the bridges on Business Route 40 (I40B) in Seligman, located in Yavapai County, Ariz. Work will occur at the West Seligman Traffic Interchange (TI) overpass located on I-40B at milepost 138; West Seligman Burlington NorthernSanta Fe Railroad overpass located on I-40B at milepost 139; and West Seligman overpass located on I40B at milepost 139.45. The purpose of the project is to
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The current decks have worn under weather and use over the decades.
ADOT Fixes U.S. 89 After Rosa Damage Working around the clock to protect motorists and restore a key route through northern Arizona, the Arizona Department of Transportation has reopened U.S. 89 after flooding severed the roadway Oct. 3 between Flagstaff and Page. “It’s testimony to the dedication of so many ADOT personnel, men and women who responded immediately and worked tirelessly, that residents, tourists and commercial vehicles are once again using U.S. 89,” John Halikowski, ADOT director, said. “We’re grateful to our partners, including the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, Arizona Department of Public Safety, Coconino County and Federal Highway see ADOT page 4
Current Bridges Were Well-Worn The current decks have worn under weather and use over the decades. “Traffic in the area has seen a slow but steady growth in recent years,” said Ryan Harding, public information officer for Arizona Department of Transportation. The project includes: • Replacing the deck portions of the three bridges • Removing and replacing guardrails as needed • Reconstructing approximately see BRIDGE page 6
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ADOT crews excavated the damaged areas; hauled in and compacted 500 cu. yds. of material to restore the roadway’s base; and put down 120 tons of asphalt pavement.
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$128M Project Nears Completion at I-10, Ina Road in Marana As drivers on Interstate 10 pass Ina Road in Marana, they have a clear view of a blank space in the middle of a new bridge that soon will carry Ina Road traffic over I10 and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks. That small space — where the exit and entrance ramps to westbound I-10 will connect with Ina — is the last major piece in a twoyear project to improve traffic flow and driver safety in northwest Pima County. September marked the start of the final six months on a project that began in February 2017, with completion scheduled by early March. ADOT is overseeing $128 million in improvements, which are funded by the Federal Highway Administration, the Pima Association of Governments and the Regional Transportation Authority. The town of Marana is contributing $7.9 million toward the cost of the new bridges over the Santa Cruz River west of I-10. Crews are primarily finishing work that has already started, including creating a new westbound Ina Road bridge over the Santa Cruz River. Girders were put in place earlier this summer, and
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ADOT is overseeing $128 million in improvements, which are funded by the Federal Highway Administration, the Pima Association of Governments and the Regional Transportation Authority.
the concrete deck was poured in mid-September. The westbound Ina Road bridge is expected to open to traffic in January. The eastbound Ina Road
bridge, opened in late 2017, is temporarily carrying both directions of traffic. East of I-10, crews are beginning to work on curbs, gutters and
sidewalks before paving begins on Ina Road. The bridge over I-10 is scheduled to open in early 2019. About that time, westbound traffic on I-10 will be moved to new lanes
that are currently under construction. Before work began, Ina Road crossed under I-10, and drivers frequently had to stop for passing freight trains. After completion, Ina Road will cross over I-10 and the railroad tracks. Both Ina Road and I-10 will have an additional lane in each direction to accommodate increasing traffic, with Ina Road improvements reaching west across the Santa Cruz River to Silverbell Road. The improvements are designed to keep pace with growth in the Marana area while reducing congestion on Cortaro Road. After work is complete at Ina Road, a similar project is scheduled to begin at Ruthrauff Road. That project will include widening I-10 to four lanes, widening Ruthrauff to two lanes in each direction and building a bridge to carry Ruthrauff over I-10 and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks. Ruthrauff will be closed at I-10 throughout the 24-month project. For more information, visit azdot.gov/InaTI. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
Andersen Building Manufacturing Campus in Goodyear Andersen Corporation, a window and door manufacturer, announced its intent to build a new manufacturing and distribution campus in the western United States. The company is working with the state of Arizona and the city of Goodyear, Ariz., regarding a proposed location. Andersen plans to invest more than $105 million and create more than 415 jobs during the first phase of this expansion. Andersen has been a part of the window and door industry for more than 115 years. In recent years, the company has achieved unprecedented growth driven in part by its proprietary Fibrex engineered composite products, including its Andersen 100 Series and Renewal by Andersen product lines. This expansion is part of the company’s strategy to make significant investments to meet current and future demand for its Fibrex material-based products. “This new manufacturing campus is an exciting opportunity for us to increase manufacturing and distribution capacity for our fast-growing Fibrex products and expand our presence in the western United States where we are experiencing significant growth,” said Jay Lund, Andersen Corporation chairman and CEO. “We are grateful for the support of Arizona Governor Doug Ducey, the city of Goodyear, Maricopa County and Greater Phoenix Economic Council and we look forward to working closely with these partners and tapping into a robust local workforce to build a
world-class manufacturing operation in the region.” “We’re thrilled that Andersen has chosen Arizona for this significant expansion which will create over four hundred new jobs,” said Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey. “We wish them even greater success in Arizona.” Unique to Andersen, Fibrex material is a high-quality, long-lasting engineered composite, according to the company, that has garnered more than 25 United States patents and become a different and better material used in numerous Andersen and Renewal by Andersen product lines. The products to be manufactured in the Goodyear plant will use a formulation of Fibrex material that contains a blend of wood fiber, mostly reclaimed from Andersen manufacturing processes, and thermoplastic polymer, some of which also is reclaimed. “We are honored to have an award-winning company, such as Andersen in our community,” said Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord. “Andersen is known for its quality, energy efficient and environmentally friendly products, as well as their commitment to exemplary ethics in dealing with customers and communities. We are excited to have Andersen become part of the major corporate presence in Goodyear.” The proposed campus will initially include approximately 500,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing and distribution space for Andersen’s fast-growing 100 Series product line. The first
phase of construction is expected to begin in early 2019, with anticipated operation by the middle of 2020. The campus will be owned and operated by Andersen Regional Manufacturing Inc., a subsidiary of Andersen Corporation. “Andersen Corporation’s expansion to Greater Phoenix showcases the region’s ability to meet the demands of a major manufacturing and distribution operation,” said Chris Camacho, president and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council. “The site in Goodyear allows them to scale by tapping into local resources and a dynamic talent pool that is ready and willing to support their current and future growth.” The company anticipates potential total investment of at least $200 million through additional future expansion of the campus. “Manufacturing in Arizona continues to thrive, and when companies like Andersen choose to operate here, it strengthens the sector even more,” said Sandra Watson, president and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. “Once again, the West Valley has proven to be a hub for manufacturing and distribution. This is a significant investment in Goodyear by one of America’s best-known brands.” (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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Helping Tribal Members Launch Construction Careers With the Arizona Department of Transportation covering the cost of training and providing safety gear for participants, dozens of members of the Yavapai-Apache Nation have completed a construction academy that helps them launch careers in transportation. Among other instruction, the academy offers flagger certification and safety training required to work on construction projects within and around the reservation in the Verde Valley. In addition, some participants have received training required to obtain commercial driver licenses allowing them to drive for construction contractors. It’s another example of ADOT’s On-The-Job-Training Supportive Services Program helping expand career opportunities for members of tribal nations. In 2017, a con-
struction academy sponsored by ADOT helped members of the Tucson-area Pascua Yaqui Tribe earn certification to work on tribal construction projects. “These partnerships with tribes are a natural extension of programs designed to connect people with opportunities in the transportation industry,” said Vivien Lattibeaudiere, ADOT’s employee and business development administrator. “Training offered through ADOT, through contractors, through community colleges and through other avenues connects members of disadvantaged groups, including those who are unemployed, with construction careers.” Seven members of the YavapaiApache Nation who completed the most recent construction academy training also received hands-on experience in concrete masonry
and carpentry trades through various construction projects on the reservation. In the process, those who completed all instruction offered over 16 weeks received six units of college credit in blueprintreading, construction math, masonry and carpentry. This latest phase of instruction, offered in collaboration with Gila Community College, expands a Construction Academy PreApprenticeship Training Program that ADOT and the YavapaiApache Nation’s Tribal Employment Rights Organization (TERO) launched last year. “The partnership with Gila Community College and ADOT has helped to educate and give practical skills to our tribal members,” said Brian M. Kelley, the Yavapai-Apache Nation’s TERO officer. “This was an opportunity
that we needed and really enjoyed.” ADOT’s On-The-Job-Training Supportive Services Program, part of the agency’s Business Engagement and Compliance Office, offers construction academy programs to help remove barriers to construction careers for members of disadvantaged groups, including minorities, women and those who are unemployed. ADOT’s commitment extends to helping participants move on to construction apprenticeships and providing support and guidance as they work toward journeyman status. Various other construction academy opportunities are available around the state. Individuals also can receive training that will help them become concrete finishers, block masons, highway surveyors,
heavy equipment operators and commercial drivers. ADOT covers training costs and fees for participants and provides support including transportation and child care assistance, jobreadiness training, and safety gear such as hard hats and protective eyewear. During the recently completed federal fiscal year, ADOT’s OnThe-Job Training Supportive Services Program received $112,000 from the Federal Highway Administration to offer workforce-development initiatives. For more information, call 602/712-7761 or visit azdot.gov/BECO. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
Caterpillar, PCC Launch ADOT Reopens U.S. 89 After Hands-On Training Course Around-the-Clock Effort Gov. Doug Ducey attended the launch of an educational partnership between Caterpillar and Pima Community College (PCC) that will allow Caterpillar engineers to develop hands-on skills in welding and machining. The partnership, known as the Applied Technology Academy, entails a series of hands-on courses to teach engineers and other non-technical professionals fabrication skills. Since many engineers do not get userend experience with the products they design, developing these skills will allow program participants to become better designers and innovators. The 20-week program, created for Caterpillar, will be taught at the Downtown Campus by Pima instructors and will kick off two courses: Machining for Nonmachinists and Basic Welding for Nonwelders. Anticipated future programs include basic woodworking, industrial arts, mechatronics and other applied technology skills. Students who complete the program will earn a Professional Development certificate. In the summer of 2019, courses will open to all students. “We came to Pima Community College with a vision to develop our employees and further enhance Caterpillar’s world-class
design capability through the manufacturing trades,” said Jean Savage, vice president of Caterpillar’s Surface Mining and Technology Division. “The team at PCC shared our passion for continual learning and for building technical talent in the local community through innovative partnerships like this. The benefits of Applied Technology Academy are tremendous, and we’re proud to be part of it.” “This public-private partnership exemplifies Pima’s ability to meet the needs of our employers, and will be a showcase program in our new Center of Excellence in Applied Technology,” said PCC Chancellor Lee Lambert. “In Arizona’s booming, 21st-century economy, we know how important it is to continue growing our workforce knowledge base, skill set and technical training,” said Ducey. “Employment in our state is at an alltime high, and unemployment is at its lowest since 2008. This type of training will equip Arizonans with the skills to take advantage of new and advanced career opportunities across the state.” (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
ADOT from page 1 ate area. Administration, who stepped forward to help ADOT coordinated with AZDPS, the keep traffic moving through the region and Navajo Nation and the Hopi Tribe on a temget this critical work done.” porary detour route using Interstate 40, State The flooding, caused by the remnants of Route 87, State Route 264 and U.S. 160 to Hurricane Rosa, cut through a 30-ft. section of U.S. 89 and the earth beneath it, necessitating extensive The flooding, caused by the remnants of repairs and closing the high- Hurricane Rosa, cut through a 30-ft. way between Cameron and U.S. 160 on the Navajo section of U.S. 89 and the earth beneath Nation. it, necessitating extensive repairs and With short-term repairs complete, motorists should closing the highway between Cameron expect reduced speed limits and U.S. 160 on the Navajo Nation. through the area. Reopening the highway in less than 48 hours was no small task. To get traffic moving again, more keep traffic moving through the region. That than 40 ADOT personnel responding from detour nearly doubled the driving distance as far away as Page, Payson and Williams for those traveling between Flagstaff and had to thoroughly assess the site, excavate Page. the damaged areas, haul in and compact 500 ADOT will seek reimbursement for the cu. yds. of material to restore the roadway’s repairs through the Federal Highway base, and put down 120 tons of asphalt pave- Administration’s Emergency Relief Program. ment. (This story also can be found on To prepare for a project that will make longer-term repairs, ADOT will assess road- Construction Equipment Guide’s website at way and drainage conditions in the immedi- www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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Erosion Damage Big Part of Seligman Bridge Repair Project BRIDGE from page 1
40 ft. of road on either side of the bridges • Repairing embankment damaged by erosion • Removing and replacing of the approach slabs and joints During the project, ADOT will maintain access to Seligman and Historic Route 66. Exit 121 will be closed, but drivers can use exit 123 to access I-40 businesses. The project does not include construction of new roadway near the new bridges. “There will be some concrete and asphalt paving near the bridges,” Harding said. “There will be some temporary traffic control set up on the roadways below the bridges but no permanent changes.” Work near the bridges has not been completed, Harding added. Over the course of the project,
workers will lay 1,771 tons of asphalt; 452 sq. yds. of concrete paving; 775 cu. yds. of structural concrete; and 317,000 lbs. of steel. Asphalt from the project is recycled. Heavy Equipment on Site “We have a dozer, front-end loader, Gannon, backhoe, forklift and compactor onsite,” Harding said. “There will be multiple cranes eventually.” Pulice Construction of Phoenix is prime contractor for the project. Pulice submitted the low bid for the work. The company’s experience includes work in three primary market sectors — transportation, wastewater and water. Transportation sector includes airports, bridges, roads and highways.
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Seligman is important in providing a historic look at the area that was a vacation stop for tourists traveling along Route 66.
Water sector includes dams, reservoirs and distribution mains. Wastewater sector includes sanitary and storm sewer, treatment plants and pump stations. Project manager is Robert LaJeunesse. Pulice is assisted by 11 subcontractors. Some major names include A-Core of Mesa, Ariz.; Hunter Guardrail of Glendale, Ariz.; Paveco of Houston, Texas; PMI of Tempe, Ariz.; and Trafficcade of Phoenix. Between 10 and 15 workers are currently on the job daily. Project Should Benefit the Area The completed project is expected to benefit the greater Phoenix area. “This project will extend the life of the bridges and allow the western entrance-exit into Seligman to continue moving traffic and serving the community and local businesses for decades to come,” Harding said. Route 66 Passes Through Seligman Seligman is important in providing a historic look at the area that was a vacation stop for tourists traveling along Route 66. “Beyond the Route 66 signage and souvenir shops, Seligman maintains that classic Route 66 town look and feel,” Harding said. “They attract tourists from all over the world who want to experience what a Route 66 town is like with vintage eating establishments and motels.” Also, in the Seligman area, Route 66 closely parallels I-40. Route 66 in this area was designated a State Historic Road by ADOT in 1987. In 2008, it was granted All-American Road status by the FHWA after the joint efforts of ADOT and the Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona. Connection with Interstate 40 is the lifeblood of historic Route 66 towns like Seligman where many tourists drop in for a taste of neonlit days gone by. That’s why the Arizona Department of Transportation is partnering with Seligman to let travelers know the town will be accessible while ADOT improves bridges leading from I-40 to the west side of the community, which
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The Arizona Department of Transportation, in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration, is repairing the bridges on Business Route 40 (I-40B) in Seligman, Ariz.
is about 60 mi. west of Flagstaff. While the second I-40 exit (Exit 123) and route to Seligman’s east side will remain open, the project will replace decks on the three bridges between I-40 exit 121 and the west side of Seligman. The new bridge decks are designed to provide a smoother ride into Seligman for decades. Minimizing Disruption to Businesses ADOT is working with local businesses to reduce disruption from the project. “ADOT understands there is never a convenient time to do construction work, but we partner with local businesses and communities to do what we can to support them through a project,” said Alvin Stump, district engineer of ADOT’s Northwest District.
ADOT representatives have met with Seligman business owners to listen to concerns and suggestions and to coordinate on ways to let travelers know Seligman will remain accessible from I-40. The result: Signs on I-40 will direct travelers to exit 123, connecting to the east side of Seligman. ADOT also has produced a brochure and video explaining the project and noting that visitors will be able to reach Seligman from I-40 throughout the project. Historic Route 66 will be open east and west, and visitors can still get to their favorite restaurants and tourist attractions. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.) CEG
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Self-Driving Truck Company Announces Second Expansion TuSimple, a global self-driving truck solutions company, announced plans for further expansion in Tucson, Ariz. The company has been testing its Level 4 Class 8 autonomous trucks in the state of Arizona for more than a year and recently began generating revenue hauling freight for commercial carriers in the state. Earlier this year, TuSimple expanded its testing facilities at 9538 E Old Vail Road from 6,800 to 50,000 sq. ft., and in 2019 the company plans to further expand its footprint. To support its growing development program, TuSimple projects it will create 500 new jobs across a variety of fields ranging from engineering and autonomous truck driving to office management. The company also will expand its autonomous fleet to 200 trucks in the United States by 2019. With 500 trucks worldwide in 2019, TuSimple will be the world’s largest autonomous truck fleet. The expansion has a projected total economic impact of $1.1 billion over the next five years. TuSimple is on a mission to create the world’s safest self-driving semi-truck perception system. TuSimple’s camera-centric system has a vision range of 1,000 meters —
farther than any other perception system today — and can “see” 360 degrees around for a pixel-level interpretation of the visible environment, enabling the vehicle to locate itself within four inches of the road at all times, according to the company. In 2017, TuSimple secured $23 million in a Series B funding round, and the company raised an additional $55 million of Series C funding in November of 2017. “Arizona has actively supported the research and development of autonomous vehicles, and we are pleased to be expanding our footprint in the state,” said Xiaodi Hou, CTO and co-founder of TuSimple. “We thank Governor Ducey and our community partners for their generous support.” “In Arizona, we’re committed to encouraging new technologies,” said Gov. Doug Ducey. “TuSimple’s original expansion into our state, and this announcement to expand even more are a testament to the environment we’ve created here, one that is business-friendly, where innovators do what they do best: innovate.” “Under Governor Ducey’s leadership, Arizona’s focused on disruptive technology trends, and autonomous driving is undoubt-
edly one of those trends,” said Sandra Watson, president & CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. “It’s exciting to have a forward-thinking company developing cutting-edge technology here in our state, the best place to launch, test and scale new ideas.” Pima County District 3 Supervisor Sharon Bronson said, “This is an exciting announcement and we wish TuSimple continued success. The company’s decision to expand its operations in Pima County is a testament to the strength of the region’s technology sector momentum and the growing role this region will play in designing and manufacturing components for autonomous-driving systems. It also adds to our regional reputation as an important center for logistics. TuSimple pays well above the regional median wage, adding significantly to the region’s highly-educated, high-paid workforce, which is exactly the type of workforce we’re working to expand in the county.” “Tucson welcomes the 500 new jobs TuSimple is bringing to the community,” said Mayor Jonathan Rothschild. “New technologies continue to evolve and it's important that Tucson be a city that can
attract and retain the jobs of the future. TuSimple’s decision to locate and expand here is just the latest demonstration that our city is on the right track." “TuSimple’s autonomous truck technology will be a game changer in the transportation world,” said David G. Hutchens, chair of Sun Corridor Inc. and president and CEO, UNS Energy Corp, Tucson Electric Power & UniSource Energy Services. “We want to be known as the location where technology companies like TuSimple can grow and thrive.” “Just a year ago, TuSimple chose Tucson for a new testing location, adding 100 new high-wage jobs,” said Joe Snell, president and CEO, Sun Corridor Inc. “Since then, they have moved to larger facilities and now are dramatically expanding their workforce. This is a great testament to the confidence in our region and the ability of innovative businesses to operate on a large scale in Tucson and Southern Arizona.” For more information, visit tusimple.ai, azcommerce.com and suncorridorinc.com. (This story also can be found on Construction Equipment Guide’s website at www.constructionequipmentguide.com.)
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