Midwest 10, May 13, 2023

By Cindy Riley CEG CORRESPONDENT

The $257 million first phase of a project that will complete the I-69 connection between Indiana and Kentucky has begun in the bluegrass state. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Indiana Department of Transportation (IDOT) are building the I-69 Ohio River Crossing (I-69 ORX), which will improve long-term cross-river mobility, reduce congestion and improve safety.

“Connectivity is extremely important to both communities, both states and the entire region,” said Emily Deason, KYTC, I-69 ORX Section 1 project manager. “When the I-69 corridor is complete nationally, it will be a new north/south interstate route that willhelptomovepeopleandgoodsall the way from Mexico to Canada.”

I-69 ORX is the final connection of I-69 between Evansville, Ind., and see CROSSING page 92

Industry Embraces New Technology, Brings Sophistication to

Construction

Collaborative Features Boost Production, Safety On Job Sites

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

A push for streamlined workflow and a strong commitment to safety on the job site have the construction industry adopting and integrating automation and technologies as fast as a new product or service pops up on the market. Cutting-edge BIM (building information modeling), automated data collection and artificial intelligence areveryreal,andveryvisibleonjobsitestoday.

see TECHNOLOGY page 98

Automated robots, extended reality headsets, touchpads, complex software and cutting-edge hardware are changing the construction industry.

The $257 million first phase of a project that will complete the I-69 connection between Indiana and Kentucky has begun in the bluegrass state.

I-69 Ohio River Crossing photo

MIDWEST EDITION

8 BENCK FAMILY OPENS NAPER SETTLEMENT AGRICULTURE CENTER

The Mary and Richard Benck Family Agriculture Center will showcase Naperville, Ill.’s rich agricultural history while connecting it to the farming story of the region and the nation.

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HCET STUDENTS TRAIN FOR CRANE REPAIR AT HAYDEN-MURPHY

The Heavy Construction Equipment Technology (HCET) program at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) partnered with Hayden-Murphy to offer HCET students a weeklong training opportunity to work on a Grove GMK 5150B crane.

16 MCCANN CELEBRATES MARNE, MICH., BRANCH’S FIFTH ANNIVERSARY

In July 2019, McCann Industries moved into the company’s newest location — a 12,400-sq.-ft. facility at 1064 Franklin St. in Marne, Mich. To mark the milestone, customers and team members celebrated with an open house.

18 CUSTOMERS VISIT RMS RENTALS OPEN HOUSE IN SAVAGE, MINN.

On April 20, more than 200 customers, vendors and employees took advantage of the wash out and attended the open house at the RMS Savage location.

20 FARM-RITE WELCOMES CUSTOMERS TO ITS ANNUAL OPEN HOUSES

Farm-Rite Equipment hosted its annual spring open houses at the Farm-Rite St. Cloud (April 21) and Dassel (April 22), Minn., locations.Both locations offered a sale on parts during the open house events.

26 TOP NOTCH EQUIPMENT HOSTS OPEN HOUSE IN ROGERS, MINN.

Top Notch Equipment hosted an open house at its facility in Rogers, Minn., April 13. More than 125 guests attended the event, which included food, equipment demonstrations, giveaways and more.

30 COLUMBUS EQUIPMENT ADDS TO SMARTCONSTRUCTION DIVISION

Recently, Columbus Equipment Company’s SmartConstruction division gained a stronger foothold in the Cincinnati Tri-State market with the addition of Topcon Positioning Systems dealer JC Equipment Sales.

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30 FABICK RENTS CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING IN WENTZVILLE, MO.

Fabick Rents officially opened its brand-new Wentzville, Mo., location on May 4, 2023. The Grand Opening event included an open house with equipment displays, rental team meet-and-greets lunch and a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

60 KIRBY-SMITH RESTRUCTURES ITS MARKETING DEPARTMENT

Jennifer Gordon will now serve as manager, marketing technology and operations. KSM also has promoted Andrew Clouse to manager, branding and communications.

62 KELLER BROTHERS’ 1958 BOBCAT PROTOTYPE AT NIHF MUSEUM

Joe Keller, the son of 2023 National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee Louis Keller and nephew of Inductee Cyril Keller, was on a cross-country trip with the Keller brothers’ invention — a 1958 prototype skid-steer loader.

68 IED OPENS REGISTRATION FOR ITS ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC ON FLAG DAY

The Illinois Equipment Distributors (IED) invites members and their guests to its annual golf classic on June 14 at the White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville, Ill. The format is a four-person scramble with a shotgun start.

101 BUNCH BROTHERS SPRING AUCTION FEATURES LARGE SELECTION

The sale featured a large selection of equipment from area contractors, dealers, individuals and rental houses. Machines included dozers, excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, wheel loaders and paving equipment.

102 BRIGHT STAR CONDUCTS EQUIPMENT AUCTION IN WOOSTER, OHIO

Equipment on the block included a variety of trucks and a strong selection of construction and farming equipment, including dozers, excavators, compact track loaders, skid steers and support equipment.

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104 HANSEN’S SPRING AUCTION DRAWS CROWDS TO FOUR-DAY SALE

Hansen Auction Group held its 58th annual four-day Spring contractor sale at its facility in Mosinee, Wis., April 27 to 28 and May 1 to 2. Bidders were able to participate live and online as a great selection of machines crossed the block.

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80 IGNITE OFFERS CUSTOMERS OPPORTUNITY TO FIND RIGHT FIT

84 WHEN DISASTER STRIKES: ESSENTIALS FOR CLEANUP, PREVENTION

87 FECON FDX36 DISC MULCHER HELPS TO CREATE FIRE BREAKS

88 ESCO’S ULTRALOK TOOTH SYSTEM FEATURES INTEGRATED LOCK

90 CAT’S ROTARY CUTTERS OFFER PRECISE, CONTROLLED BREAKING

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SAKAI SV544T - ’18, approx. 350 hrs, 83” padfoot drum w/smooth drum kit, #C001431 $P.O.R.

ROADTEC RP190 - ‘13, approx.. 6200 hrs. EZIV Carlson screed, Moba grade & slope controls......................................................$58,900

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SAKAI SW770HF - ‘17 w/approx. 1550 hours, 67” drum, tier III Isuzu engine, fleet machine ..........................................................$69,450

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ROADTEC RP195 PAVER - ’08, approx. 8890 hrs. Carlson EZIV 10 screed, Moba grade & slope controls $37,500

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Liebherr A904C Wheeled Excavator - ‘16, approx 550 Hrs, 2-piece boom, pin grabber coupler, aux hyd ..................................$P.O.R.

Liebherr R946 - ‘14, approx.. 800 Hrs, 12’6” stick, QC66 coupler, aux. hyd ..............$P.O.R.

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Roadtec RX-100 - ‘18 w/475 Hrs, 20” drum, #C001554..........................................$185,900

ASTEC GT104 - ‘17, 325 Hrs, 5.25cyd Hopper, 4’x9’ Top & Bottom Screens, #C001154............ ..........................................................$161,700

ASTEC GT205MF – ’17, approx. 1800 hrs, 5x20 top deck w/high frequency bottom deck, #C001180..........................................$275,000

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Roadtec RP190 – ’13, 5860 hrs, Carlson EZIV 10-19’ screed w/12” ext, #C001909 $48,000 P.O.R. items may be on rent causing pricing and hours to vary.

$319,000 GROVE RT765E-2, (’14), 65-Ton, 110’ Boom, 56’ Jib, 2831 Hrs, #C001601

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LIEBHERR L550, (‘11), 6732 Hours, #C005016 $80,126

LIEBHERR LR636, (‘18) 3.25cyd bucket w/teeth & segments. Front and rear aux. hydraulics for 4 in 1 bucket, winch or ripper. 3 year/6000 hour full machine warranty, #C001745 $249,700

LIEBHERR PR736 LGP, (‘15), 204 HP, 32” Pads, 6-Way Blade, EROPS, #C001941 $CALL

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Benck Family Opens Naper SettlementAgriculture Center

The Naper Settlement recently unveiled a new educational center that will serve as a pipeline to agriculture and STEM professionals for future generations.The Mary and Richard Benck Family Agriculture Center will showcase Naperville, Ill.’s rich agricultural history while connecting it to the farming story of the region and the nation.

Intracingthestoryfromsubsistencefarming to large-scale agribusiness, the Ag Center will show how communities adapted tothrivefromgrittogreatness.Housedwithin this building also will be the Learning Lab,whichwillletstudentsconnectvirtually withtopscientistsinIllinoisandnationwide. More than 35,000 students across 112 Illinois school districts will come through these doors every year.

West Side Tractor founders Richard and Mary Benck were both raised on family farms in Illinois and Indiana. Rich’s family struggledasvegetablefarmersandeventually he joined the military, married Mary and they moved to the “big city” to chase the dreamofowningtheirownbusiness.Putting

all their savings in, they started a John Deere construction equipment dealership in 1962 on the “west side” of Chicago. Today, West Side Tractor is a third-generation family business that serves construction customers across the Midwest.

Rich Benck passed away in May 2021. In the years leading up, the Naper Settlement’s vision for an agriculture focused exhibit space in the community became a passion project for Rich and Mary. They wanted the next generation to experience Illinois’ agricultural history, but also provide a place to inspire.

“We really find this to be an important part of the legacy of our family and a way to get the next generation into the agricultural industry,” said Tom Benck, second-generation owner ofWest SideTractor. “There’s so much technology and changes coming our way that we need the best and brightest people to come into our industry.”

On April 23, the Benck family was honored to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for

see NAPER page 76

“This new facility is very meaningful to our family in sharing our roots, but also serves as a catalyst for kids to explore future opportunities that might be a good fit for them,” said Lauren Coffaro, third-generation owner of West Side Tractor.

“We really find this to be an important part of the legacy of our family and a way to get the next generation into the agricultural industry,” said Tom Benck, second-generation owner of West

The settlement’s new Field Watchers program,whichwilltakeplaceattheAg Center, will teach 2,500 children in its first year and already has 400 students enrolled.

On April 23, the Benck family was honored to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening along with Naper Settlement leadership and representatives from state legislature, city council, Department of Natural Resources and the Naperville Historical Society.

Side Tractor.

The Mary and Richard Benck Family Agriculture Center will showcase Naperville’s rich agricultural history while connecting it to the farming story of the region and the nation.

Housed within this building also will be the Learning Lab, which will let students connect virtually with top scientists in Illinois and nationwide.

More than 35,000 students across 112 Illinois school districts will come through these doors every year.

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JD 844K, Cab, A/C, GP Bucket, Joystick, 29.5 Tires, 7.25 YD BKT, #261209..........$189,000

JD 310SL, Cab, A/C, 4X4, Ext Hoe, Ride Control, Aux Hyd, 2 Lever, Warranty, #262444 ........ $93,500

JD 672G, CAB, A/C, 14' BLADE, 14.00 TIRES, PUSH BLOCK, #250229 $169,500

BOMAG BW211PD-50, Cab, A/C, Padfoot, 84” Single Drum Roller, #249982 ........$79,500

BOMAG BW177, OROPS, 66” Smooth Drum Roller, #250889....................$74,000

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JD 772G, CAB, A/C, 14' MB, 14.00 TIRES, FRONT SCARIFIER, #247558............$169,000

JD 250G, A/C, 9’9” Arm, 28” Shoes, Warranty, #249661 $189,000

JD 850K, A/C, Winch, LGP, 36” Pads, 6 Way 168” Blade, #251197..................$169,000

JD 950K, A/C, SMARTGRADE, LGP 30", PAT 184"BLADE, RIPPER, WARRANTY, #250253 $599,000

Bomag BW211D-50, 84” Smooth Drum, #251655 ..................................$88,000

JD 380GLC, A/C, 72’ Long Front, 32” Shoes, Warranty, #248585..................$279,000

JD 85D, A/C, AUX HYD, 6'11" ARM, BLADE, RUBBER BELTS, #251821 $69,000

JD 770G, Cab, A/C, 14’ M.B., 14.00 Tires, #247935 ................................$144,500

JD 135G, A/C, 9'11" ARM, REDUCED TURN, 24" SHOES, #249203..................$109,000

JD 290GLC, A/C, Coupler, 10’2” Arm, 32” Shoes, New Reman Engine, #250559 ........ $169,000

JD 350G, CAB, A/C, AUX HYD, COUPLER, 13’1” ARM, 32” SHOES, #237479 ............ $159,000

JD 670B, Cab, A/C, 12’ M.B., Radio, Front Lift Group, #261582....................$52,000

JD 160G, A/C, AUX HYD, COUPLER, 24" PADS, 10'2" ARM, Warranty, #250419 $159,000

HCET Students Train for Crane Repair at Hayden-Murphy

The Heavy Construction Equipment Technology (HCET) program at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) partnered with Hayden-Murphy to offer HCET students a weeklong training opportunity to work on a Grove GMK 5150B crane donated by Vic’s Crane & Heavy Haul.

DaleSchultz,atechnicalservicerepresentative at the Hayden-Murphy Equipment Company based in Bloomington, Minn., has more than 25 years of experience in the heavy equipment maintenance industry.

Schultz is GMK (Grove All-Terrain Cranes) certified and an authority on the technical service of mobile hydraulic cranes. Grove manufactures some of the largest heavy equipment in the world.

Schultz was instrumental in arranging for HCET students to have a full week to work on a five-axle, all-terrain crane with a 46-ft. to 151-ft. 4-section, full-power boom and a grossvehicleweightnearing118,000lbs.,or close to 60 tons.

Hayden-Murphy is partnering with the HCET program to ensure students are receiving industry-standard training.

“We need technicians and helping the students get current info is important,” said Schultz. “We do hands-on repairs with students to pass on our knowledge.”

When asked about the challenges mechanics have when working on large, heavy equipment, Shultz there are quite a few.

“You can’t set up in a shop, which means weather and job conditions vary from dry ground to a foot of mud, making repairing cranes difficult.You need to have the correct tools and knowledge when you get to a down piece of equipment.”

The responsibility of the job can also be challenging.

HCET Major Works at Hayden-Murphy While Going to College

Trentin Ludewig, 20, is earning his diploma in the Heavy Construction Equipment Technology (HCET) program at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC). Ludewig helps Tom Ledoux, ISD 917 heavy-duty truck instructor, on top of his HCET coursework. On schedule to graduate this May, Ludewig also works 20 to 40 hours per week (sometimes more) as a heavy equipment technician at the Hayden-Murphy Equipment location in Minneapolis.

“I’ve worked on numerous pieces of equipment from our Wirtgen line to our allterrain cranes, GMKs and lattice cranes,” said Ludewig, who started at Hayden-Murphy more than 15 months ago. “The environment is great, my coworkers are great, and my bosses are great. It’s easy to get along with anybody, and it’s a relaxed place to work.”

Ludewig is focusing his career goals on becoming a field technician or taking on a management role. He’s interested in earning a management degree down the road, noting that the company sends employees to school for more advanced training. When asked what advice he would give to those just starting their training, Ludewig was honest.

“If the old timer is trying to teach or tell you something, you better listen — common sense goes a long way,” he said. “Don’t be afraid to ask questions; some people might make fun of you, but it’s better in the long run to ask. Don’t be intimidated, but don’t be cocky and act like you know everything.”

HCET students worked on this crane with a 46-ft. to 151-ft. 4-section, full-power boom and a gross vehicle weight nearing 118,000 lbs., or close to 60 tons.

Trentin Ludewig works at Hayden-Murphy Equipment while earning his diploma in HCET at Dakota County Technical College.

Dale Schultz, technical service representative of Hayden-Murphy Equipment based in Bloomington, Minn., arranged for HCET students to have a full week to work on a crane.

Dale Shultz (R) instructs HCET students on crane repair.

“We need technicians and helping the students get current info is important,” said Dale Schultz, technical service representative of Hayden-Murphy Equipment Company. “We do hands-on repairs with students to pass on our knowledge.”

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McCann Industries Celebrates Marne, Mich., Branch’s

In July 2019, McCann Industries moved into the company’s newest location — a 12,400-sq.-ft. facility at 1064 Franklin St. in Marne, Mich. To mark the milestone, customers and team members celebrated with an open house hosted at the Marne branch.

A food truck and complimentary drinks were available as well as live equipment demonstrations. Customers also had the chance to take advantage of event-only special deals.

The Marne store is situated on 8 acres in Wright Township, just off I-96. The facility features seven servicebays.Multiplefieldandinsidetechniciansare on hand to keep customers’ machines up and running.

About McCann Industries Inc.

In 1967, Richard (Dick) J. McCann began selling concrete forms and accessories as McCann Construction Specialties Company in Villa Park, Ill. As his business expanded during the next three decades, the company represented manufacturers of construction machines and products as well as light equipment.

In 1995, McCann established McCann Power & Equipment and soon acquired two Case dealerships in Illinois and one in Indiana. In 2000, the two companies merged, becoming McCann Industries Inc.

Although McCann passed away in 2013, he left his mark on the company and the industry.The company expanded to nine locations throughout Illinois, Indiana and Michigan and Dick’s son, Jim, is now CEO of the company.

McCann Industries Inc. has been selling contractor supplies since 1967. The company added heavy equipment to its offerings in 1994 and now provides productsfrommorethan400suppliersandmanufacturers.

Equipment manufacturers represented by McCann Industries includes Case, Takeuchi, Kobelco, Wacker Neuson, Sullair, Husqvarna, Towmaster and a variety of brands available for contractor supplies.

For more information, visit mccannonline.com. 

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Luke Cooper (second from R) of McCann Industries talked shop with Utility Contracting Company’s (L-R) Jake Phaff, Branden Wagenmaker, Hunter Rose and Frank Bayle.

(L-R) are Michael Antor of William Antor & Sons; Ken Schmidt of McCann Industries; and Fred Schamber of Fred Schamber Excavating with this Case 580SV backhoe.

(L-R) are Chris Gilbert of Top Grade Aggregate;RyanLangelandofLangeland Excavating; Scott Maycroft of McCann Industries; and Colton Maycroft.

Customers saw this Case TV 450B track skid steer at the open house.

(L-R) are Jim McCann, CEO; Michigan Representative Luke Meerman; James Maioho, Marne branch manager; Glenn Hayward, vice president of operations; and Steven Roggeman, president, all of McCann Industries.

Case’s DV23E double drum roller was on display at the fifth anniversary open house.

An Arctic Sectional SNO Pusher is available from McCann Industries.

A Case 588H rough-terrain forklift was on display.

This Case 321F wheel loader is one of many machines customers were able to take a close-up look at during the open house.

(L-R): Sam Raymer of SF Raymer Company; John Potter of John W. Potter General Contractors; and Cameron Potter, with a Case CX220E excavator in the background, were enjoying the open house.

McCann Industries photo

FifthAnniversary With Customers at Open House Event

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Steve Roggeman, president of McCann Industries; Jim McCann, CEO of McCann Industries; Scott Seehan of Seehan & Sons Excavating; Luke Cooper of McCann Industries; and Glen Hayward, vice president of McCann Industries, with a Case CX220E excavator.

(L-R): McCann Industries’ John Krause and Steven Joulsma talk with Mike Harding of Harding Enterprises Complete Asphalt Maintenance about a couple of machines — this Case TR70 tracked skid steer and a Case 650M dozer.

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Gilbert Land Management’s Taylor Gilbert brought his wife, Natalie, daughter, Scout, and baby, Trapper, to McCann Industries’ fifth anniversary open house.

Bob Richardson of McCann Industries (C) talks about the special deals of the day with Tom Vandyken (L) and Jeff Hoeksema, both of Summit Landscape Management.

(L-R): Bigelow Outdoor Services’ Collin Wurm, Dustin Wurm, Eric Bigelow, owner, and Mike Martinez were interested in the details of this Metal Pless snowplow. In the shop (L-R) are Rob Thompson of Woodland Equipment; Brad Bowser of McCann Industries; and Jeff Kline of Woodland Equipment.

Spencer Brondyke of Martin J. Concrete saw this Wacker Neuson SM100 stand-behind trackedskidsteerattheopenhouse. Looking over this Case CX37C mini-excavator are Kevin and Jodi Brummel of Byron Plumbing Inc.

Pete Swanson of McCann Industries operates this Case CX170E excavator during the demonstration at the fifth anniversary open house. McCann Industries photo The 12,400-sq.-ft. facility at 1064 Franklin St. in Marne, Mich., opened in July 2019.

Customers Visit RMS Rentals Open House in Savage, Minn.

Rain isn’t usually something people in the construction industry like to see, but when it coincides with an event like the RMS Rentals Open House, there is a silver lining. That’s exactly what happened this year. On April 20, more than 200 customers, vendors and employees took advantage of the wash out and attended the open house at the RMS Savage location.

Attendees received a welcome bag with swag items and were able to visit with participating vendors to check out the equipment and meet with representatives.

“This was a great event, and I am very thankful for everyonethathelpedtomakeitasuccess.Itisn’ttoooften I say this, but fortunately it rained. I think that made it a loteasierforpeopletogethere,”saidGeneralManagerTJ Burns. “We really value the relationships we have with customers, and events like this are a great way to thank them for their relationship with RMS Rentals. They also meet our vendors and get more of the information they need to do their jobs efficiently.”

A highlight of the event was the new Husqvarna DXR145 version 2 demolition robot that was on display. Customers were able to see a demo of the new remotecontrol machine that provides a glimpse of the future of demolition.

The open house also featured lunch from local food trucks,NorthwoodsSmokehouseandPeppersanddessert truck Pretty Great Cheesecake. Attendees also were entered to win several door prizes.

RMS Rentals Open House Door Prize Winners

ï Allen Engineering Yeti bucket — Pat Popp of NorthwestAsphalt

ï Minnesota Twins swag bag — Matt Cerick of Highmark Builders

ï Multiquip cooler, mugs, hats and $50 Total Wine gift card — Dereck Rogers of CS McCrossan

ï Top Golf $150 gift card, RMS logo golf balls and RMS polo shirts —Adam Lange of Veit Companies

ï Valleyfair Family four-pack admission and parking — Steven of Curbmasters

ï JBL speaker and carrying case — Kyle Johnson of Valley Blacktopping

ï Scheels $250 gift card — Paul Salzl of Veit Companies  CEG

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CJ Flannery, business development manager of Haugen Attachments, Casselton, N.D., with the company’s popular work platforms for telehandlers.

Everyone gathered to watch a demonstration of the Husqvarna DXR 145, a compact remote-controlled demolition robot with a 360-degree rotatable arm. With 18.5 kW power and low weight, it is a powerful machine.

Doug Thompson, territory manager of VT of LeeBoy Inc., Lincolnton, N.C., with the popular 8608 paver. This asphalt paver is powered by a 125 hp Kubota Tier IV engine, including a lowered SCR, exhaust and flat hood for enhanced operator visibility and access.

Road Machinery & Supplies Co. President, Russell Sheaffer, with Road Machinery & Supplies Co. Director of Marketing and Technology, Abby Sill.

(L-R): Three generations of Bistodeau’s: Larry Bistodeau, president of Legend Cranes, with his granddaughter, Charlize, rental coordinator of Road Machinery & Supplies Co., Savage, Minn., and her father, Jeff, territory manager of Road Machinery & Supplies Co.

Justin Batty, sales manager of Wacker Neuson, Menomonee Falls, Wis., was there to present the company’s lineup of paving products.

Matt Ingram, regional sales manager of Cratos Equipment, Pompano Beach, Fla., demonstrated that contractors don't need to compromise power to use battery-powered equipment.

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Hamm 3412P, 2012, 84” vibratory padfoot compactor, EROPS w/ heat & A/C, 1,200HMR . . . . . . . . . .$82,500

Cat 815F, 2006, EROPS cab, 12’4” S-Blade w/ tilt, new paint job, very good condition, 9,400 HMR $195,000

Hamm GRW-5 Pneumatic Roller, 1994, Deutz Diesel, ROPS Canopy, (9) Ea. 7.50-15C1 Tires $15,500

OFF ROAD HAULERS

Volvo A40, 1998, 40 tons, 10991 hrs, 395 hp, 8WD, 29.5R25, A/C, 29 cy cap. sideboards, tailgate (currently off work), work ready

Volvo A40, 1996, 40 tons, 395 hp, 6WD, A/C, 29.5R25, working everyday

Broderson IC80-2E, 1997, 8.5 ton, 24’ boom, dual fuel, 10.00R15 tires, 3,400 hrs $21,500 Grove RT58C, 1981, down cab, 18 ton r.t., 70' boom anti-two block, GM dsl, clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$49,500

AIR COMPRESSORS

(4) Cat 825C’s, 1981-1990, EROPS, S-blade w/tilt, all work ready .

Volvo A40, 1996, 40 tons, 11,000 hrs, 6WD, 20.5R25, A/C, P/S trans, 29 cy cap., 6/06 hitch rebuilt .$115,000

IR 185’s, JD diesels

From $79,500

Rammax Walk Behind Rollers, over 25 in stock, lever & remote . .

Volvo A40, 1995, 40 tons, 395 hp, 8WD, 29.5R25, A/C, P/S trans, tailgate, work ready $115,000

$4,000 to $10,000

(8) Sheepsfoot, 48" and 60", double drum & single drum, tow type .

HYDRAULIC

Cat 336EL, 2012, 33.5” TBG pads, Q/C, aux hyd, 6,700 HMR, work ready .

Cat 336FL, 2015, 33.5” TBG Pads, Q/C, aux hyd, 4,300 HMR, work ready $224,500

Komatsu PC220LC-8 Longreach, 2011, Young Boom/Stick 60’ reach, 3,500 HMR

Kobelco SK210LC, 2007, Q/C, aux hyd, 31.5” TBG Pads, 3,900 HMR

Volvo A35C, 1998, 35 tons, 6WD, 26.5R25 tires, approx 7,000 hrs, good condition

Volvo A35, 1995, 35 tons, 326 hp, 6WD, 26.5x25, A/C, P/S trans, working everyday on jobsites . . . . .

Volvo A35, 1995, 35 tons, 326 hp, 6WD, 26.5R25, A/C, P/S trans, 26 cy, working everyday on jobsites . . . . . .

Volvo A30C, 1996, 30 tons, 11,000 hrs, 296 hp, 6WD, 23.5R25, 21 cy cap, A/C, P/S trans, works everyday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DOZERS

Cat D5NXL, 2006, 10’ PAT Blade, Paccar PA55 winch, 22” Pads, 4,100 HMR $82,000

Cat 613C Water Wagon, 1994, 5000 gal drop tank, ROPS, spray heads . .

Cat 621F, 1996, Scraper, OROPS, 33.25x2, very good condition

Cat 621E, 1989, Scraper, OROPS, 33.25x29, very nice

Cat D6NLGP, 2008, VPAT Blade, Drawbar, 33” Pads, 9,900 HMR

Cat D6NLGP, 2014, Foldable VPAT Blade, Paccar PA55 winch, 7,200 HMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Komatsu D155AX-6, 2007, Sigma S-U Blade, 4-bbl Single Shank Ripper, 8,400 HMR $229,500

Cat D6TXW, 2013, 13’6” VPAT Blade, Carco 70APS winch, 28” pads, 7,300 HMR $152,500

(12) Allmand Light Plants, 2008-2010, diesel, s/a towtype, (4) MH lights, excellent From $5,200

SPECIALS BACKHOES

Case 580L Rubber Tire Loader Backhoe, 1997, OROPS, std stick, 24" bkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$24,500

MISCELLANEOUS

(2) Balderson Broom Attachment for Cat IT Machines, 8' wide, good condition $4,000 Ea.

NUMEROUS Rivinius R600’s, 10’ Wide, Mount on Dozer Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,500

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Farm-Rite Equipment Welcomes Customers to ItsAnnual

Farm-Rite Equipment hosted its annual spring open houses at the Farm-Rite St. Cloud and Dassel, Minn., locations.

On April 21 in St. Cloud, located at 810 Mayhew Lake Rd. NE, more than 400 people were in attendance as the company served up lunch and offered a look at the latest equipment for sale.

Dassel’s open house was held April 22 at 901 ParkerAve.W. More than 800 guests came to see equipment displays and have some lunch.

Both locations offered a sale on parts during the open house events.

For more information, visit farmriteequip.com.  CEG

(All photographs in this article are Copyright 2023 Construction Equipment Guide.All Rights Reserved.)

Even with heavy spring rains, the weather could not keep the big crowds away from Farm-Rite’s open house in St. Cloud.

Bob Pace, regional sales manager of Towmaster, Litchfield, Minn., with the company’s very popular Towmaster T-16 deck over 16,000-lb. capacity trailer at the St. Cloud open house.

Tessa Miller, director of marketing of Diamond Mowers, Sioux Falls, S.D., was at the St. Cloud open house with Diamond’s new belt drive system, which debuted at ConExpo earlier this year.

Huge crowds came to St. Cloud for some great pork chops and door prizes.

At St. Cloud: Nick Rademacher, sales account manager of Midsota Manufacturing, Avon, Minn., and the 36-ft. deck over trailer, 25,900-lb. capacity. The trailer is loaded with equipment ready to go to work.

(L-R): Michael Laurin, Laurin Lawn Service, Sauk Rapids, Minn., with Ken Heim, owner of Ken Heim Repair and Construction, Sartell, Minn., and Jay Weber, general manager of Farm-Rite, St. Cloud, Minn. “Great people to work with, great service. We get a lot of our equipment here and will keep getting more,” said Laurin.

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At the Dassel open house, Mark Wuollet (L) of Landscape Structures, Delano, Minn., places an order for a new trailer with Bob Pace, regional sales manager of Towmaster Trailers, Litchfield, Minn.

A huge variety of equipment was on display at the Dassel location, with more out back.

Tom Cox (C), co-owner and parts and service manager of Farm-Rite, helps check out a couple of customers in Dassel.

A little chilly, but still great attendance as nearly 800 attendees made it to the annual Farm-Rite of Dassel open house.

(L-R): The newest parts employee of Farm-Rite in Dassel, Syver Amundson, with David Cox, sales manager, and Tim Krahn, Bobcat district manager.

Steve Peterson (L), retired, with his good buddy, Bruce Williams, of 3M Companies, Hutchinson, Minn., were at the Dassel open house to check out this side-by-side Bobcat EFi UV 34.

(L-R): Dale Daniels, Daniels Farms Montrose, Minn.; John Daniels, future CEO of Daniels Farms; Mike Daniels, CFO; and CoCo Henry, equipment operator, city of Montrose, Minn., look over this Bobcat T66 track machine at the Dassel open house.

An old Melroe loader was on display on the showroom floor in Dassel.

Tim Cox, owner, Farm-Rite, meets with long-time customers. It was a great turnout at another great open house in Dassel.

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2017 Komatsu PC490LC-11 Excavator; HYD, JYSTK, STRT TR

2019 Komatsu PC88MR-10 Excavator; HYD

2020 Komatsu HM400-5 40T, Tailgate

2017 Komatsu PC228USLC-10 Excavator

2018 Komatsu PC210LC-11 Excavator; 24” Bucket

2012 Komatsu PC88MR-8 Excavator; HYD, Roadliner Blade, QC, BKT KM12603X

2018 Grove GRT8100 Rough Terrain Crane

2018 Komatsu PC360LC-11 Excavator; HYD, Thumb, BKT K181312X

2016 Komatsu D61PX-24 Dozer; PAT, Drawbar

2019 NPK GH10 NP19032 $43,000

2019 Komatsu PC88MR-10 Hydraulic Excavator

2013 Komatsu GD655-5 Grader; Ripper KM13212M

2020 Broce BW260 Broom

1998 Terex SS842 Forklift

Komatsu D51PXi-22

2020 Komatsu PC60LC-10 Excavator; QC, 42” BKT K20715U

2016 Komatsu PC240LC-11 Excavator; QC

2019 Komatsu WA380-8 Loader

“One of the largest sources of used Komatsu equipment in North America”

Top Notch Equipment Hosts Open House in Rogers, Minn.

Top Notch Equipment hosted an open house at its facility in Rogers, Minn., April13.Morethan125guestsattended the event, which included food, equipment demonstrations, giveaways and more.

Top Notch team members answered customer questions and demonstrated the latest equipmentandtechnology.Factoryrepresentatives of Manitou, CMC, NiftyLift, Wright Mowers, Walker Mowers, Daniels Plows, Vortex Chippers, Cast Loaders and TN Attachments also were on hand.

Dustin Breiwick, owner and president of Top Notch Equipment, formed the business in 2002 following his father’s successful tree care business and Dustin’s outdoor service business. “We just keep growing and adding products and equipment for the industry; we have more expansion plans coming soon,” said Breiwick.

Top Notch Equipment specializes in parts, service, sales and rentals and serves the entire Minneapolis/St. Paul region. TN Attachments is the company’s exclusive attachment line.

For more information, visit topnotchequipment.com.  CEG (All photographs in this article are Copyright 2023 Construction Equipment Guide.All Rights Reserved.)

(L-R) are Carrie Jaenicke, business development officer; Michael McElroy, business development officer; and Kristy Doll, account manager, all of Oakmont Capital Services in Albany, Minn. As a direct, independent lender, Oakmont Capital Services offers low rates via virtual financing facilitated by a team of dedicated professionals.

Harry Fleegel, sales manager, wears many hats at Top Notch Equipment. Being the North American distributor of Cast loaders as well as running an exclusive attachment line — TN Attachments — he fits in some sales time as well for Top Notch. “It’s just been crazy how busy everything has been for the last few years,” said Fleegel.

Longtime equipment industry social media Influencer and friend of Top Notch Equipment Stanley “DirtMonkey” Genadek stopped by to talk about the industry and the equipment on hand at Top Notch Equipment.

house.

Steven Deschenes, dealer manager of All Access Equipment, Wilmington, Mass., with the company’s most popular 83HD+ Arbor Pro, with 72-ft. working height.

Devin Benson, product representative of Manitou, West Bend, Wis., with the company’s popular track and skid machines with attachments from Top Notch Equipment.

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Fabick Rents Celebrates Grand Opening in Wentzville, Mo.

Fabick Rents officially opened its brand-new Wentzville, Mo., location on May 4, 2023. The Grand Opening event included an open house with equipment displays, rental team meet-and-greets lunch and a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

Jason Gold, general manager of Fabick Rents, welcomed attendees and thanked the community for its support.

“We are honored to celebrate with you all today,” said Gold. “The Fabick Rents team looks forward partnering with customers throughout the Wentzville area to providecustomrentalsolutionsfor any job.”

Also in attendance representing three generations of the Fabick family were Jere ́ Fabick, chairman, CEO and dealer principal; JohnFabickIV,president;andKelli Fabick, regional sales manager.

“We are incredibly proud to be joining the Wentzville community,” Jere ́ Fabick said during the official opening speeches. “When forming this company over 100

years ago, my grandfather’s vision was ‘To Ever Serve Our Customers Better’. Today, we strive to achieve this in every com-

munity where we live and work. AndtheFabickRentsteamiscommitted to exceeding those expectations to ensure our Wentzville cus-

tomers succeed.”

TheWestern St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce attended the celebration offering a warm

welcome to the Fabick Cat family. Wentzville Mayor Nick Guccione, who joined the Fabick Rents team at the groundbreaking event last spring, extended his official welcome on behalf of the city.

“We take pride in our ‘small town’ hospitality while also offering all the amenities of a dynamic suburban environment,” said Guccione. “That’s why we believe the Fabick Cat family is a perfect fit to join our vibrant community.”

The new facility is located on a 3-acre plot off I-70 at 12400 Veterans Memorial Parkway and includes3,500sq.ft.ofshowroom and offices as well as 7,800 sq. ft. ofshopspace—allbuilttosupport the area’s rental needs for all sizes and varieties of equipment. While Fabick Rents is known for its expansive Cat earthmoving equipment fleet, it also offers a full line of aerial lifts, material handling, concrete and landscaping equipment, small tools, machine attachments and everything in between. For more information, visit fabickcat.com. 

Columbus EquipmentAdds to SmartConstruction Division

Recently, Columbus Equipment Company’s SmartConstruction division gained a stronger foothold in the Cincinnati Tri-State market with the addition of Topcon Positioning Systems dealer JC Equipment Sales. Renamed as CEC Smart Positioning, thedivisionwillprovideequipmentsolutions and technical service for positioning and machine automation, including intelligent machine control, mapping services, GPS hardware, jobsite setup, 3D Data, training, consultation and support.

While the name is new, area contractors will encounter familiar faces because all the former company’s employees have joined the new division, including JC Equipment Sales founder Jeff Combs serving as branch manager of the division.

“We’re extremely proud and enthusiastic about this acquisition,” said Mike Fenster, SmartConstruction manager. “Columbus Equipment has worked with Jeff Combs’ company for 20 years, so we were confident in bringing on an organization and team that is knowledgeable, professional and whose business philosophies align with ours. Jeff and his team built a strong customer base in the 27 years they were in business, and they offer the expertise and continuity to provide our customers in the Cincinnati tri-state area

top level service.”

Along with Combs, CEC Smart Positioning’s staff includes two full-time bench technicians; a certified auto CAD pro-

fessional; and a data preparation / 3D modeler, with a combined experience of more than 100 years. The new division has recently relocated to 2300 East Kemper Rd. in

Cincinnati, doubling the size of the previous company’s location. The move provides the division with a dedicated training area and greatly increases the division’s inventory capacity.

“TheacquisitionbyColumbusEquipment Companybringssignificantlystrongbacking and increased resources to our operation,” said Combs. “We’re focused on maintaining a right sized inventory and level of service to grow our customer base and meet the demands of those we serve in this market.”

Shortly after the acquisition, Columbus Equipment Company was named a Komatsu OEM Topcon Dealer for the state of Ohio, further strengthening the dealership’s position in all aspects of machine control and related construction technologies.

“The addition of CEC Smart Positioning and becoming a Komatsu OEM Topcon Dealer expands Columbus Equipment Company’s footprint to deliver outstanding products and services from our 10 dealer locations throughout the state of Ohio,” said Fenster.

“‘Ohio’s Dependable Dealer’ is Ohio’s newest Topcon Dealer,” he said.

For more information, visit columbusequipment.com and topconpositioning.com. 

Fabick Rents officially opened its brand-new Wentzville, Mo., location on May 4, 2023.

CEC Smart Positioning Branch Manager Jeff Combs (L) and SmartConstruction Manager Mike Fenster.

HITACHI

EXCAVATORS

2023 ZX345USLC-6, NEW $CALL

- CAB W/ HEAT & AC, 2 WAY PATTERN CHANGER, STD

ARM 12’4”, AUX HYDRAULICS, ISUZU ENGINE 249 HP, 79,146 LBS OPERATING WEIGHT.

2023 ZX225USLC-6, 1245 HRS $169,000

- HINO 160 HP ENGINE, CAB W AC & HEAT, TIER 4, STD BOOM/ARM, 22’ MAX DIG, 31’11” MAX REACH, 10’5” TRANSPORT WIDTH.

KOBELCO

2022 SK170LC-11, 2 NEW UNITS $CALL

- 134HP YANMAR ENGINE, CAB WITH HEAT AND AC, EAGLE EYE CAMERA SYSTEM, BOOM 17’1”, ARM 10’2”, TRACK 23.6”, OPTIONAL CWT-8288 LBS

2022 SK210-11, 5 UNITS $CALL

- HINO 160 HP ENGINE, CAB W AC & HEAT, TIER 4, STD BOOM/ARM, 22’ MAX DIG, 31’11” MAX REACH, 10’5” TRANSPORT WIDTH.

2022 SK140RLC, 2 UNITS $CALL

- CAB WITH HEAT AND A/C, EAGLE EYE CAMERA, AIR SUSPENSION SEAT,TRACK WIDTH 23.6”,STANDARD MONO BOOM 15’4”,STANDARD ARM 9’4”.

KOMATSU

2014 PC290LC-10, 4002 HRS $169,000

- 213HP ENGINE, EROPS CAB W A/C, 24” SHOES, 22.7’ DIG DEPTH, 34.3’ MAX REACH, OPERATING WEIGHT: 67400 LBS.

LINKBELT

2023 145X4DZ, 7 UNITS $CALL

- 102 HP ISUZU ENGINE, STICK: 9’11”, AUX HYDRAULICS, TRACK: 23.6”, MAX DIG: 19’2”, MAX REACH: 28’3”, OPERATING WEIGHT: 33,600 LBS.

2023 160X4, 2 UNITS $CALL

- 112hp ISUZU AR-4JJ1X FINAL TIER 4 TURBO-CHARGED, CAB HEAT/AC, STICK LENGTH 10’, STEELTRACKS 23.6”, DIG DEPTH 21’ 4.

2022/2016 80X3, 2 UNITS 18 HRS - $CALL 2128 HRS - $76,500

- EROPS W/ HEAT & AC, 54HP ENGINE, 7’2” ARM, 11’6” BOOM, MULTI HYDRAULICS, TRANSPORT WIDTH: 7’7”,

OP. WEIGHT: 18,900.

2023 350X4, 159 HRS $CALL

- ISUZU 268 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, 10’8” STICK, 24’1” MAX

DIG, 36’ MAX REACH, 11’2” TRANSPORT WIDTH.

SANY

2022 SY155U, 283 HRS $CALL

- 105 HP ENGINE, CAB W/ HEAT & AC, AUX HYDRAULICS, SHORT RADIUS, 8’2” STICK, 17’11” DIG DEPTH, 27’4” MAX REACH, 24’ SHOES.

2022 SY95C, 3 NEW UNITS $CALL

- YANMAR 71 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, CAB W AC & HEAT, 6’7” STICK, 14’2” MAX DIG, 20’7” MAX REACH, 7’5” WIDTH, 18” SHOES.

2022/2021 SY225C, 5 UNITS 121 HRS - 611 HRS - $CALL

- CUMMINS 164 HP ENGINE, 31” SHOES, CAB EROPS

HEAT/AC, 9’7” ARM, 18’8” BOOM, 11’1” TRANSPORT WIDTH, 54,000 LB OPERATING WEIGHT.

2022-2017 SY215, 9 UNITS 42 - 753 HRS - $CALL

- CUMMINS 164 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, CAB W AC & HEAT, 31” SHOES, 9’7” STICK, 21’8” MAX DIG, 33’10” MAX REACH, 10’5” WIDTH.

2022/2021 SY265CLR, 4 UNITS 7 - 515 HRS - $205,000

- CUMMINS 190 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, CAB W AC & HEAT, 43’8” MAX DIG, 57’9” MAX REACH, 11’1” TRANSPORT WIDTH, 69,500 OP WEIGHT.

2021 SY135, 5 UNITS 116 - 461 HRS - $CALL

- ISUZU 103 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, CAB W AC & HEAT, 8’2” STICK, 18’1” MAX DIG, 27’2” MAX REACH, 8’6” TRANSPORT WIDTH, AUX HYDRAULICS.

MINI EXCAVATORS

HITACHI

2022 ZX26U-5N, 3 NEW UNITS $CALL

- CANOPY, STANDARD ARM 3’10”, RUBBER TRACKS, AUX HYDRAULICS, YANMAR 3TNV80F- ENGINE W/ 20 HP, BLADE, 5556 LBS OP. WEIGHT.

KOBELCO

2022 SK35SR-6E, 232 HRS $CALL

- YANMAR 23 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, AUX HYDRAULICS, COUPLER, 7’11” MAX DIG, 17’7” MAX REACH, 5’7” WIDTH.

SANY

2022/2021 SY35U, 20 UNITS 0 - 130 HRS - $45,400+

- YANMAR 24.4 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, 4’7” STICK, AUX

HYDRAULICS, 24” BUCKET, 10’2” MAX DIG, 5’8” TRANSPORT WIDTH.

2022 SY16, 4 UNITS 1 HR - 66 HRS - $CALL

- YANMAR 15HP ENGINE, OROPS CAB, 3’8” STICK, 5’11”

BOOM, 7’9” MAX DIG DEPTH, 13’1” MAX REACH AT GL.

2022 SY80U, 3 UNITS 2 HRS - 38 HRS - $CALL

- 73HP YANMAR, STICK: 6’ 9”, CAB W HEAT AND A/C, AUX

HYDRAULICS, 18” RUBBER TRACKS, AX DIG DEPTH: 14’ 10”, TRANSPORT WIDTH: 7’ 3”.

2022/2021 SY50U, 3 UNITS 27 HRS - 124 HRS - $59,000+

- 39HP TIER 4 FINAL YANMAR 4THV88C DIESEL, 11,684LB

OP. WEIGHT, 11’ 3” DIG DEPTH, 6’ 5” TRANSPORT WIDTH, 16” RUBBER TRACKS.

2022/2021 SY26U, 7 UNITS 0 HRS - 88 HRS - $35,000+

- 20.4HP ENGINE, STICK: 4’ 3”, OROPS, 12” RUBBER

TRACKS, AUX HYDRAULICS, DIG DEPTH: 9’ 3”, OP.

WEIGHT: 6,085LBS, TRANSPORT WIDTH: 5’ 1”

2022/2021 SY60, 10 UNITS $CALL

- YANMAR 57 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, 5’7” STICK, AUX

HYDRAULICS, 13’ MAX DIG, 20’9” MAX REACH, 6’7”

TRANSPORT WIDTH.

2022 SY75, 2 UNITS

$CALL

- 57.7HP Isuzu CP-4LE2XA3C-01,CAB HEAT & A/C,STICK

LENGTH 6’9,HYDRAULICS 39.4 GPM,RUBBER TRACKS

18”,BACKFILL BLADE

YANMAR

2022 SV40 EXCAVATOR, 131 HRS $CALL

- 39 HP YANMAR ENGINE, 0ROPS- HEAT & AC, STICK:

5’3”, HYDRAULICS, 14” RUBBER TRACKS, DIG DEPTH:

11’10”, OP. WEIGHT: 9,206 LBS.

2022 SV100-2A, 3 HRS

$CALL

- 72 HP YANMAR ENGINE, EROPS WITH HEAT/AC, STICK:

13’2”, RUBBER TRACKS, DIG DEPTH: 15’9”, MAX REACH:

25’4”, OP. WEIGHT: 21,550.

2022 SV08-1D, 14 HRS $CALL

- 10.3 HP ENGINE, WATER-COOLED 2-CYLINDER DIESEL, OROPS, STICK: 3’10”, HYDRAULICS: 5.2 GPM, RUBBER

TRACKS: 7”, BACKFILL BLADE.

CATERPILLAR

BACKHOES

2019 440 TRACTOR, 420 HRS $165,000

- CAT ENGINE, EROPS HEAT/AC, RIDE CONTROL, EXTENDAHOE, AUX HYDRUALICS, REAR QC, 24” REAR DIGGING BUCKET.

DOZERS

CATERPILLAR

2012 D6N XL, 4461 HRS $165,000

- 145HP ENGINE, EROPS CAB W AC AND HEAT, 24” SHOES, 36,610 LB OPERATING WEIGHT, BLADE WIDTH 10.8ft in.

KOMATSU

2017 D37-24PK, 2185 HRS $108,000

KOMATSU 91HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, CAB EROPS, 24” SHOES, OPERATING WEIGHT: 20,503 LBS

2021 D51PX-24, 409 HRS

$214,500

- KOMATSU 133HP EPA TIER 4 FINAL,CAB WITH AC,6 WAY BLADE,TRACK WIDTH: 28”,OPERATING WEIGHT: 31 438 LBS,TRANSPORT WIDTH: 8’ 6”.

WHEEL LOADERS

CASE 1998 CASE W24C LOADER $CALL

- 158HP ENGINE, EROPS CAB, 4 SPEED POWER SHIFT, 2,44M TRANSPORT WIDTH, 23,500LBS OPERATING WEIGHT.

CATERPILLAR

2021 950GC, 2 UNITS $CALL

- CAT 7.1 DIESEL ENGINE, EROPS W/ AC & HEAT, BACK UP CAMERA, RIDE CONTROL, COUPLER READY, 4.25 YD

BUCKET, 23.5 R25 TIRES

2020 930M, 4187 HRS $CALL

- CAT DIESEL ENGINE, EROPS WITH HEAT & AC, FUSION QUICK COUPLER, GP BUCKET, 20.5R25 RUBBER TIRES.

2019 926M, 4216 HRS $CALL

- CAB W/ HEAT & A/C, CAT DIESEL ENGINE, DELUXE CAB, HYDRAULIC COUPLER, 3.5 YD QC BUCKET, 20.5R25 TIRES

KAWASAKI

2012 90Z7, 19,087 HRS $CALL

- 295HP ENGINE, RIDE CONTROL, BELLY GUARD KIT, COUNTERWEIGHT, 5.5 CU. YD. GP BKT, 26.5X25 RADIAL

L3 TIRES, AXLE COOLING KIT.

HITACHI

2022/2021 ZW80-5B, 6 UNITS 2 HRS - 70 HRS - $83,500+

- DEUTZ 63 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, CAB EROPS AC & HEAT, 3RD VALVE HYDRAULICS, 6.3’ TRANSPORT WIDTH, RADIO.

AUTHORIZED DEALERS

2022/2021 ZW180-6, 5 UNITS 17 HRS - 1260 HRS - $189,000+

- 3.4 GP BKT W/EDGE, ENGINE 168 HP, LIMITED SLIP FRONT/REAR, 3RD VALVE, RIDE CONTROL, REAR CAM, COUNTERWEIGHT.

2022 ZW100-6, 3 UNITS $CALL

- STANDARD TIRES, HYDRAULIC COUPLER 416 TYPE, GENERAL PURPOSE 1.3 CU YD BUCKET, BELLYGUARD, FRONT CHASSIS, HEATED MIRRORS.

2022-2014 ZW220-6, 3 UNITS $CALL

- CUMMINS 200 HP ENGINE, TIER 4F, CAB EROPS W AC & HEAT, 3RD VALVE HYDRAULICS, JRB QC, 108” TRANSPORT WIDTH.

2018 ZW150, 727 HRS $117,500

- CUMMINS 145 HP DIESEL ENGINE, TIER 4F, EROPS CAB A/C, 20.5 R25 (L-3) TIRES, RIDE CONTROL, 27,000LB OP WEIGHT.

SKID LOADERS

CATERPILLAR

2019 289D $CALL

- CAT C3.3B DIT, CAB EROPS AC&HEAT, HIGH FLOW AUX HYDRAULICS, 2 SPEED, ELECTRONIC COUPLER, RUBBER TRACKS, 10,533 LB OP. WEIGHT.

GEHL

2022 RT215, 130 HRS $CALL

- YANMAR 72 HP, TIER 4, CAB W HEAT & AC, 17.7” RUBBER TRACKS, 74”, 16.1 CUFT HD BUCKET, OP WEIGHT:

9,900 LBS, TRANSPORT WIDTH: 69.5”.

2021 RT255, 504 HRS $79,000

- 74HP, TIER 4, CAB W HEAT & AC, HIGH HYDRAULICS, 17.7” TRACKS, 84”, 18.4 CUFT BUCKET, OP. WEIGHT:

11,600 LBS, TIPPING LOAD: 7,286 LBS.

2020 V270, 2 UNITS 156 HRS/390 HRS - $59,000

- CAB WITH HEATING & A/C, JOYSTICK W/ HYDRAULIC SELF-LEVELING, TWO SPEED, REAR CAMERA, BUCKET 74” CUTTING EDGE, AUX HYDRAULICS.

MANITOU

2021 2700V, 42 HRS $CALL

- YANMAR, CAB W HEAT AND A/C, TIRES, HIGH FLOW, UNIVERSAL COUPLER, 2 SPD, OP WEIGHT 8,150LBS, TRANSPORT WIDTH 70”.

2021 2550RT, 490 HRS $CALL

- 74.3HP DEUTZ 3.6L TIER 4F, CAB WITH HEAT AND A/C, AIR RIDE SEAT, HIGH FLOW, 17.7” 4 SEASON TRACKS, UNIVERSAL QC, 84” HD BUCKET.

TAKEUCHI

2022/2021 TL12R2 CR/TL12V2, 11 UNITS $CALL

- KUBOTA 111 HP, ENCLOSED CAB, HYDRAULICS, 17.7 “

TRACKS, OPERATING WEIGHT: 13,190 LBS,TRANSPORTATION WIDTH: 6’ 5”

2021 KOBELCO SK300LC-10 EXCAVATOR

2021 SANY SY215LC EXCAVATOR

2020 CATERPILLAR 320GC HOURS: 2950

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Cemex Reports Quarter 1 Solid Growth in Sales, EBITDA

Cemex reported a 9 percent growth in sales and a 6 percent growth in EBITDA in the first quarter of 2023.

The strong results are attributable to pricing, decelerating input cost inflation and contributions fromthecompany’sgrowthinvestments and the Urbanization Solutions business. EBITDA margin showed significant sequential improvement, with a 1.9 percentage points increase.

“Iamquitepleasedwithourfirst quarter growth achieved against a backdrop of challenging weather in our footprint in the U.S. and a strong prior year comparison base,” said FernandoA. González, CEO of Cemex.

“I believe this quarter marks an important inflection point in our mission to recover 2021 margins and compensate for the steep cost inflation we’ve experienced over thepasttwoyears.Importantly,our pipelineofgrowthinvestmentsand our Urbanization Solutions business were a significant contributor to EBITDA growth. And, of

course, we never lose sight of our decarbonizationroadmap,withour Future inAction program resulting ina3percentdeclineinCO2emissions versus the first quarter of 2022.”

Consolidated 2023 First Quarter Financial, Operational Highlights

ï Net Sales increased 9 percent to $4,036 million.

ï Operating EBITDA increased 6 percent to $733 million.

ï Operating EBITDA margin of 18.2 percent, with a strong sequential improvement of 1.9pp and the

lowest year-over-year margin decline in five quarters.

ï Free Cash Flow after Maintenance Capital Expenditures was negative $55 million, a yearover-year improvement of $120 million.

ï Year-over-year reduction of 3 percent in CO2 levels.

ïIssued$1billionofsubordinated perpetual notes, the first of its kind in the industry, accelerates the path towards investment grade.

ï Leverage ratio at 2.62x, a reduction of 0.22x versus fourth quarter of 2022. (As calculated under Cemex’s main debt agree-

ments)

ï EBITDAgrowth of 34 percent in Urbanization Solutions business.

ï Incremental EBITDA contribution of $40 million from growth investments and Urbanization Solutions.

Geographical Markets 2023 First Quarter Highlights

ï Net Sales in Mexico increased 13 percent in the first quarter, to $1,097 million, while Operating EBITDA increased 9 percent to $344 million. Sequential EBITDA margin improved 4.7pp to 31.4 percent.

ï Cemex’s operation in the United States reported record EBITDA (On a reported basis since 2006) with a growth of 15 percent, despite significant weather challenges impacting most markets. Net Sales increased 5 percent to $1,255 million. EBITDA Margin increased 1.5pp to 18.3 percent while improving sequentially for the third straight quarter.

ï In the Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia region, Net Sales increased 14 percent in the First Quarter, to $1,234 million. Operating EBITDAwas $148 million, 15 percent higher. EBITDA Margin of 12.0 percent was down 0.3pp.

ï Cemex’s operations in South, Central America and the Caribbean region, reported Net Sales of $411 million in the First Quarter, an increase of 4 percent. Operating EBITDA decreased 21 percent to $84 million. EBITDA Margindeclined5.9pp,to20.4percent. Decreases in EBTIDA and EBITDAMarginaremainlyattributable to higher energy and maintenance costs and lower cement volumes.

Note: All percentage variations related to Net Sales and EBITDA are on a like-to-like basis for the ongoing operations and for foreign exchange fluctuations compared to the same period of last year.

For more information, visit www.cemex.com.

“I am quite pleased with our first quarter growth achieved against a backdrop of challenging weather in our footprint in the U.S. and a strong prior year comparison base.”

Fernando A. González Cemex

Komatsu’sIntegratedSolutionsAllowDatatoBeEasilyShared

To help enhance predictability and optimize the job site, Komatsuhasdevelopedintegratedtechnologiesthatcanlead to smarter decisions for businesses in the construction and quarry industries. At ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023, Komatsu showcased its suites of Smart Construction and Smart Quarry solutions.

ï Smart Construction Dashboard and Drone. By combining 3D design data with aerial mapping and intelligent machine as-built data, users can confirm quantities and see progress each day.This solution allows users to visualize the statusofthejobsitewithterraindatatodriveproductionefficiencies and enhance decision making.

ï Smart Construction Design. Quickly move from rolledup paper plans to a digital design file with Komatsu’s 3D dataservicesthatprovideapplication-specificdata.Komatsu experts can help maximize machine control technology through Smart Construction modeling services.

ï Smart Construction Field. Get real-time insights straight from the field with cost tracking of labor, machines and materials. Perform machine pre-op inspections digitally and leverage a connected system to analyze costs against plan.

ïSmartConstructionOffice.Acentralhubforallprojects, thissolutionallowsuserstoconnecteveryjobsitedirectlyto management in real time with intelligent, autonomous projectmanagementtoolsthatworkbehindthescenestoidentify risks and provide precise forecasts.

ï Smart Construction Remote. Remotely send files from the office to target machines, and easily search all connected assets or log in to a machine and see exactly what the operator is seeing.

ï Smart Construction Retrofit. Bring 2D and 3D guidance to conventional excavators and give operators in the field access to 3D design and topography data to help drive accuracy, control load volumes and promote optimized operations.

ï Smart Construction Fleet. This low infrastructure app helps users manage mixed fleet load counts and analyze hauling performance. Cycle times can be visualized and

tracked from a mobile device to measure and manage operational performance.

AmongthenewSmartQuarrysolutionsthathelpincrease efficiency, improve production and maintain a high level of performance:

ïSmartQuarrySite.Thisbrand-agnosticsitemanagement tool focuses on fleet production, health and safety. Real-time monitoring via the cloud helps provide an in-depth under-

standing of production, fuel consumption, idle time, utilization and operator performance.

ï Smart Quarry Study. Komatsu’s Smart Quarry experts can analyze the site to help determine the most efficient mobile fleet to meet project targets. Custom reports provide vital details such as machine size, machine configuration, and fleet size.

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

EquipmentMarket:ChallengesPersist,Long-TermHopesStillHigh

The equipment manufacturing industry is still recovering from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic nearly three years after its onset.

With that fact firmly in mind, AEM regularly surveys its members regarding their thoughtsonvariouseconomictrendsandhow they are affecting their efforts to do business, both within the United States and abroad. In the latest survey, most respondents stated that theyarestillexperiencingsupplychainissues, with many saying that conditions continue to worsen.

“Nearly all respondents still face supply chain issues with more than half experiencing continuously worsening supply chain conditions,” said Kip Eideberg, senior vice president Government and Industry Relations at AEM during the association’s recently held quarterly Equipment Market Outlook Webinar.

“The two driving factors that we hear are the current supply chain disruptions and the workforce shortages.”

Theinformationobtainedthroughtheassociation’s surveys is just some of what is detailed in AEM’s Business Intelligence Dashboard and then later summarized in AEM’s quarterly Equipment Market Outlook Webinars.

The ongoing challenges of high interest rates, as well as energy and material prices, have plagued the construction industry, but hopeisonthehorizonfortheseissues,aswell as others, to eventually be resolved. So, with that in mind, let’s look at some of the driving forces and key points from AEM’s Q1 webinar regarding what equipment manufacturers in the construction industry will be facing for the remainder of this year, according to presenter Danny Richards, lead economist, construction, at Global Data.

ïGlobalconstructionoutputgrowthslowed in 2022 and is to remain sluggish in 2023. Interest rates remain high and could rise further in the first half of this year before central banks bring to an end this tightening cycle, assuming of course that inflation starts to fall. Energy and construction material prices also remain high, although some have fallen from the peaks of the second quarter of last year.

ï Investment in infrastructure, as well as in energy and utilities, will be driving forces for growth. Investment in infrastructure will continue to be a driving force for growth, especially as the Investment Infrastructure and JobsAct in the United States gathers momentum. Energy and utilities also will provide a boost to overall construction activity, with renewable energy projects remaining a key investment focus.

ïThe industry is optimistic as it tracks $3.6 billion in projects across multiple sectors.

Despite a relatively weak short-term outlook for construction output, there is still a sizeable pipeline of opportunities on the horizon over the next several years.

ï The decline in construction output is expected to slow in 2023. The United State wasoneofthefewmarketstoregisterpositive growth in 2020 and 2021. However, driven largely by intense inflationary pressure and a slowing residential sector, output dropped sharply in 2022. Despite the deeper-thanexpected decline in the residential market remaining a risk to overall growth, there has been an improvement in non-residential sectors.

The data shows AEM CE indexes are in line with the average indexes. And, despite supply chain and workforce retention issues, many equipment manufacturers are hopeful for eventual resolutions to these ongoing issues plaguing the industry. 

Komatsu’s Smart Construction Field solution allows users to record jobsite activity and analyze operation efficiencies in real time.

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Volvo Opens Pre-Order Tool for ElectricAsphalt Compactor

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) announced at ConExpoCon/AGG that North American customers can now reserve the new DD25 Electric asphalt compactor online. Deliveries are expected to begin in the first quarter of 2024.

The pre-order system for the electric machines allows interested buyers toenjoytheconvenienceofane-commercetoolwhilestillgettingcustomer support from their local Volvo CE dealer.

The Volvo DD25 Electric made its debut at the LasVegas trade show and was a popular product among attendees. Roadbuilders were interested in how the machine could benefit their fleets, as were officials from government departments.

“It’s exciting to finally get to show off this new development in our electrificationefforts,”saidJustinZupanc, head of asphalt compaction development. “We’re proud to offer our customers tangible solutions for reducing their carbon footprint, and we’re thrilled to launch our first zero-emission machine for the road segment.”

The addition of the DD25 Electric asphalt compactor brings the Volvo CEelectriclineuptosixcommercially available machines, with a mid-size excavator and mid-size wheel loader in the works.

Looking Under the Hood

The electric driveline of the DD25 Electricasphaltcompactorisbasedon the same proven architecture and components found on the Volvo CE ECR25 Electric compact excavator and L25 Electric compact wheel loader, which have been successful in a variety of different applications and markets over the past few years.

Its zero-emission operation makes the DD25 Electric asphalt compactor ideal for sensitive or urban environments withstrictemissionregulationsandfororganizationsthatare looking to meet their own sustainability goals. Zero tailpipe emissions also mean a cleaner and more enjoyable work environment for operators, site teams and passers-by.

If used alongside other electric powered equipment, the DD25 Electric offers the possibility of a zero-emission job

site, the manufacturer said.

TheDD25Electricasphaltcompactorisexpectedtooperate for a full shift on a single charge (depending upon the type of job and intensity of the work cycle) using the same charging solutions as its forerunners, which allows customers to choose the right charger for their operation. The machine comes with an integrated on-board charger that enableschargingfromzeroto100percentinaslittleasthree hours, depending on AC power level. With an optional offboard DC fast charger, this can be achieved in just over an hour.

Thedouble-drumDD25Electricasphaltcompactoroffers

24kWofavailablepower,whichis30percentmorethanthe conventional Volvo DD25B compactor. The result is a more responsive machine in terms of speed and vibrations. It also performs better on grade due to the size of its components and better at high elevations when compared to a diesel machine, which loses power as you increase altitude, the manufacturer said.

Pre-orders opened in NorthAmerica first and will expand to other regions in the future. Those who would like to reserve a DD25 Electric asphalt compactor may visit volvoce.com/united-states/en-us/products/electricmachines/reservation/. 

The addition of the DD25 Electric asphalt compactor brings the Volvo CE electric lineup to six commercially available machines, with a mid-size excavator and mid-size wheel loader in the works.

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High Performance, Quality Results

The CP100II sets the standard for versatility, component lifecycle and mat quality. With a powerful 100 horsepower engine, an array of configurations and the class-leading Carlson EZCSS single slide screed, it’s easy to see why the CP100II is the ideal choice for heavy-duty commercial paving.

The Carlson CP100 II sets the standard for versatility, component lifecycle and mat quality. With a powerful 100hp engine, an array of configurations and the class-leading EZCSS single slide screed, it’s time to see why the CP100 II has fast become the contractor’s choice for heavy-duty commercial paver platforms.

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Milling Machine Designs at ConExpo

BOMAG Americas featured two of its new generation milling machine designs at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023.

Offering a maximum 42.7-in. milling width, the BM 1200/35-2 features an enhanced swiveling mechanism for selective milling of road and ground surfaces, making it the right choice for county road, urban and roundabout applications.

With its lighter, more compact and highly maneuverable design, the BOMAG BM 2200/65 large planer boasts a modest, 58-in. milling radius — up to 14 percent smaller than other models — to increase efficiency in tightradius applications like small cul-de-sacs.

With its lighter, more compact and highly maneuverable design, the BOMAG BM 2200/65 large planer boasts a modest, 58-in. milling radius.

Both BOMAG milling machines are designed for comfort and efficiency, featuring vibration-isolated operator stations for comfortable operation from either a seated or standing position. Additional cushioning at platform standing areas helps to ensure fatigue-free operation. Their heightadjustable seats swivel 45 degrees in either direction to improve visibility.

The mills’slim contoured design gives the operator excellent visibility around the machine. Enhanced forward visibility offers operators a view of the cutting edge, milling track and the front danger zone around the conveyor for exceptional milling precision, according to the manufacturer.

Intuitive operation is the hallmark of BOMAG’s latest generation of cold planers. To simplify milling control, BOMAG offers Easy Level that clearly displays grade and slope settings on the large 7-in. display. Mill settings are quickly changed with minimal navigation and limited submenus on the monitor for intuitive, efficient operation.

Variable milling speeds between three application-specific presets on the control panel allow the operator to tailor drum speed to the material to increase milling efficiency. The slim design of the BMS 15 L tool holder increases milling drum efficiency by converting more power into force on the cutting tool.

BOMAG’s exclusive design improves cutter life and increases fuel efficiency by up to 20 percent. BOMAG offers a wide range of milling technologies from standard to fine to power drum designs to meet virtually any application need. The milling chamber’s side access door makes it possible for quick and efficient changing of milling drums.

With all key machine service points easily accessible, routine maintenance is completed quickly and efficiently on BOMAG mills. All filters can be conveniently reached from the operator’s platform through the wide-opening engine hood, as are the fill ports for fuel andAdBlue. Large left- and right-hand service panels provide simple accessibility to the machine’s auxiliary drive and milling gear, while engine service points are easily accessed from both above and below.

Pure Performance in Compact Class

Meeting Tier IV Final/Stage V emissions standards, the powerful 350 hp (260 kW) engine makes the BOMAG BM 1200/35-2 the highest performance planer in its class, the manufacturer said.

It effectively matches power with drum speed for efficient milling at depths reaching 13 in. Featuring a lateral arrangement of the milling roller, the mill excels in milling right up to obstructions like curbs or walls. Reduced material crushing results in milling performance increases of 30 percent.

Maximum operating weight for the BM 1200/35-2 mill is 56,000 lb. Its height-adjustable conveyor belt offers a maximum discharge height of 15.7-ft. and swivels 45 degrees to either side to increase truck-loading flexibility. Both inner and outer conveyor belts can be quickly disassembled for simple servicing.

Its drive system offers infinitely variable working speeds reaching 15.2 fpm and travel speeds from 0-4.7 mph to reduce unproductive downtime while roading the mill.

Leading for Half-Lane

The 60,296-lb. BM 2200/65 half-lane mill’s powerful 630 hp (470 kW) engine perfectly matches power with milling speed for efficient milling to depths reaching 13.8 in. Machine power coupled with the BMS 15 L tool holder system makes this mill a cost-effective planer in the light 6.6-ft. class. Stepless platform side-shift up to 7.8 in. provides excellent visibility to the right cutting edge and side plate, allowing the operator to hold the milling line, according to the manufacturer.

To simplify milling control, BOMAG Easy Cut technology automatically regulates the height of the rear drive, so the rear of the machine follows the front to its set depth, making the operator’s work simpler. Its conveyor offers a 16-ft. discharge height plus larger, 130 degree conveyor slewing angle — 65 degrees to the left/right of center — allowing material to be efficiently discharged into trucks on both sides of the mill. To facilitate transport, the conveyor retracts to a length 23.6 in. shorter than previous designs.

The BM 2200/65 mill on display at ConExpo-Con/AGG was equipped with the BOMAG exclusive ION DUST SHIELD. With this unique system that protects machine workers, fine dust extracted from the milling chamber passes through the ION DUST SHIELD box before being blown onto the conveyor belt. Electrodes positively charge the fine dust, which encourages dust particles to bond together, forming non-hazardous course dust particles that are removed by the conveyor belt.

This technology meets the most stringent fine dust regulations by removing up to 88 percent more fine dust particles smaller than 10 microns in size than standard dust extraction systems, the manufacturer said.

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

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WirtgenUnveilsAutoTracforColdRecyclers,SoilStabilizers

In view of growing demands for environmentally compatible processes, the need for responsible handling of valuable resources is also increasing in the areas of soil stabilization and cold recycling.

Cost-effective realization of these processes is only possible when they are efficiently executed. With the launch of the AutoTrac system for the WR series, Wirtgen now offers a technology that focuses precisely on this.

Pioneering Technology for Soil Stabilization, Cold Recycling

Soil stabilizers are used, for example, for resourceefficient preparation of road beds in the course of infrastructure projects. A sub-base with insufficient load bearing capacity is transformed into resilient ground that can withstand heavier loads.

This process takes the existing soil material and simply adds and mixes in binding agents such as cement and/or lime.

In the case of cold recycling with WR series machines, damaged asphalt layers are milled and resized in a single operation, re-bound by the addition of binding agents and water and then repaved. New base layers produced in-place by this process are characterized by their extremely high load bearing capacity.

Automatic Steering System for Optimal Overlaps

By enabling precise, automatic steering, the

AutoTrac system helps Wirtgen wheeled recyclers to achieve greater process efficiency and, as a result of this, a high degree of environmental compatibility. It steers the machine accurately within tolerances of a few centimeters on the basis of a previously calculated reference strip and a specified overlap of adjacent strips, which enables consistent utilization of the machine’s ideal working width.

AutoTrac relies, among other things, on various global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) for precise determina-

tion of the machine’s position and direction of travel. The system is operated from an additional control panel that also enables the operator to view information about the position of the machine and previously completed strips.

Leverage Savings Potentials, Increase Process Quality

If one considers the sum of the large, avoidable overlaps with neighboring strips that can occur in manual operations, and the corresponding wastage of resources, the potential savings the system can bring soon become clear, according to the company.

Adhering to the pre-set overlaps reduces the consumption of binding agents, consumables, and fuel, makes the carbon footprint smaller and shortens the project completion time. The consequence of this is increased process efficiency and, at the same time, cost-effectiveness and environmental compatibility.

Manual steering of the machine always requires considerable effort when it comes to avoiding unprocessed gaps in the ground being worked. Here too, the automatic steering system assists the operator and reduces the workload.

Maintaining the desired overlap avoids unwanted gaps in the final results. The operator or driver can concentrate entirely on the mixing process and keeping an eye on what’s going on around the machine.

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BOMAGAmericasAnnounces Brian Bieller as New President

BOMAG Americas announced that Brian Bieller was selected as the new president of North American operations effective March 10, 2023. In this position, Bieller will report to Ralf Junker, president BOMAG Group in Boppard Germany.

Bieller’s experience in road construction equipment started in high school while working for a dealer. Twenty-eight years later, he remains in the industry with his most recent post as president and CEO at LeeBoy Inc.At LeeBoy, Bieller was responsible for managing all functions of the organization including manufacturing operations.

Brian Bieller

Prior to his tenure with LeeBoy, Bieller served as president and regional general manager, North America, of Dynapac, also a FAYAT Company.

With his experience leading successful teams and his direct knowledge of BOMAG products and market, Bieller is well-positioned to make a positive impact on both BOMAG Americas position in the market

and internal team culture, the company said.

“We are happy to have Brian rejoin the FAYAT Group in this new role, and we wish him success as he leads BOMAG Americas into the next season of growth and profitability,” said Junker.

For more information, visit www.bomag.com/us-en/. 

Cemen Tech Celebrates Its 5,000thProductionMilestone

Cemen Tech announced the production and delivery of its 5,000th volumetric concrete mixer this past January from the company’s manufacturing facility in Indianola, Iowa.

The Cemen Tech C Series was ordered by Bauman Landscape and Construction basedoutofSanFrancisco,Calif.,andisthe latest to join a fleet of Cemen Tech mixers working across the world.

“This milestone is a true testament to the growing use of volumetric concrete mixers and how much value they add to a construction business,” said President and CEO Connor Deering.

“For decades, Cemen Tech has held a reputation for building the industry’s most accurate, durable, long-lasting volumetric concrete mixers and forming enduring relationships with customers. We carry this mission forward with the pride and dedication of our employees in designing and building equipment that exceeds customer expectations through cutting-edge technology, customizable products, and superior support.”

Cemen Tech is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of volumetric concrete technology. Its C Series, a bestselling fully automated volumetric concrete mixer, allows jobs to be batched, measured, mixed, poured, recorded and analyzed all in one unit.

Each C Series mixer is equipped with an electronic touch interface, AUTO-STOW and AUTO-WASHOUT for a fully automated concrete production solution. This means electronic mix designs will be accurate for exact mixtures on every pour.

The C Series also isACCU-POUR ready, a Cemen Tech proprietary technology that allows an operator in the field to track when a unit was in operation, how much concrete was poured, the mix design used for each job and many additional features.The information displays on a digital readout and shows the exact amount of aggregate, sand, water and cement used for the specific pour.

Contractors can expand the profitability of their business with this technology. For more information, visit cementech.com/c-series/. 

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Fergus Falls, MN 218-736-2680

Jackson, MN 507-847-7600

Madison, MN 320-598-3150

Mankato, MN 507-388-1444

Marshall, MN 507-532-4403

Minneapolis, MN 952-888-4121

Rochester, MN 507-285-1775

Shakopee, MN 952-887-4570

St. Cloud, MN 320-253-2234

Wilmar, MN 320-235-8123

Altoona, IA 515-957-3828

Atlantic, IA 712-243-1039

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Wichita, KS 316-943-4211

Chanute, KS 620-431-3600

Colby, KS 785-462-3913

Concordia, KS 785-243-1960

Dodge City, KS 620-225-4121

Great Bend, KS 620-792-5246

Kansas City, MO 816-753-5300

Liberal, KS 620-626-6555

Manhattan, KS 785-537-2101

Olathe, KS 913-393-0303

Park City, KS 316-943-4211

Salina, KS 785-825-4661

Fort Dodge, IA 515-576-3161

Mason City, IA 641-423-7240

New Hampton, IA 641-394-4226

Postville, IA 563-864-7461

Sheldon, IA 712-324-5604

Sedalia, MO 660-829-7400

St. Joseph, MO 816-233-2516

Topkea, Ks 785-266-5770

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Authorized Bobcat Dealers

ILLINOIS

Atlas Bobcat

Elk Grove Village

847-678-3633

88-438-8014

Mokena

708-596-8050

888-438-8014

Wauconda

847-526-4255

888-438-8014

West Chicago

630-293-0606

888-438-8014

Yorkville

630-553-0150

888-438-8014

www.atlasbobcat.com

Bobcat of Champaign Champaign 217-607-1454

www.bobcatofstl.com

Bobcat of Marion Carterville

618-985-8920

www.bobcatofmarion.com

Bobcat of Springfield Springfield 217-525-0349

www.bobcatofstl.com

Bobcat of St. Louis

Fairview Heights

618-397-1847

www.bobcatofstl.com

Bobcat of Effingham

Teutopolis

217-717-4550

www.bobcatofstl.com

INDIANA

Atlas Bobcat Merrillville 219-381-3006

www.atlasbobcat.com

Bobcat of Evansville

Evansville

812-422-8200

www.bobcatofevansville.com

Bobcat of Michiana Elkhart

574-584-7550

www.bobcatofmichiana.com

IOWA

Sanco Equipment

Mason City

641-450-7126

www.sancoequipment.com

Rexco Equipment

Cedar Rapids

319-393-2820

Davenport

563-381-1200

Iowa City

319-248-1130

Burlington

319-419-6050

Sigourney

641-622-4018

Farley

563-744-3393

www.rexcoequipment.com

KENTUCKY

Bobcat Enterprises

Lexington

859-254-3936

800-4BOBCAT

Louisville

502-245-1911

800-4BOBCAT

www.bobcat-ent.com

Bobcat of Bowling Green

Bowling Green

270-842-4253

www.bobcatofbowlinggreen.com

MICHIGAN

Bobcat of Michiana Niles

269-210-2299

www.bobcatofmichiana.com

MINNESOTA

Bobcat of Bemidji

Bemidji

218-751-4660

www.goironhide.com

Bobcat of Brainerd

A Division of RTL Equipment

Brainerd

218-829-2800

www.rtlequipment.com

RTL Equipment

Big Lake

763-263-0505

www.rtlequipment.com

Farm-Rite Equipment, Inc.

Dassel

320-275-2737

888-679-4857

Long Prairie

866-514-0982

320-732-3715

St. Cloud

844-262-2281

Willmar

877-484-3211

www.farmriteequip.com

Lano Equipment of Norwood, Inc.

Norwood Young America

952-467-2181

www.lanoequipofnorwood.com

Sanco Equipment

Albert Lea

507-373-4490

Stewartville

507-285-0753

Mankato 507-625-4511

www.sancoequipment.com

Swanston Equipment

Bobcat of Alexandria 320-460-8773

Bobcat of Fergus Falls 218-739-4505 www.swanston.com

Tri-State Bobcat

Burnsville 952-894-0894

Little Canada 651-407-3727

www.tristatebobcat.com

MISSOURI

Bobcat of Columbia Columbia

573-886-9435

www.bobcatofstl.com

Bobcat of St. Louis O’Fallon 636-240-9020

Valley Park

636-225-2900

www.bobcatofstl.com

NORTH DAKOTA

Bobcat of Devils Lake Devils Lake 701-662-5331

www.goironhide.com

Swanston Equipment Bobcat of Fargo

701-293-7325

Bobcat of Minot 701-837-9901

www.swanston.com

Bobcat of Grand Forks Grand Forks 701-772-5006

www.goironhide.com

Bobcat of Williston Williston 701-572-5050

www.goironhide.com

OHIO

Bobcat Enterprises Hamilton 513-874-8945

800-4BOBCAT Hilliard

614-876-1116

800-4BOBCAT Mt. Orab 937-444-3865

800-4BOBCAT Reynoldsburg

614-863-1300

800-4BOBCAT Zanesville 740-313-0087

800-4BOBCAT www.bobcat-ent.com

WISCONSIN

Tri-State Bobcat Hudson 715-531-0801

Coming Soon!

St. Croix Falls, WI

www.tristatebobcat.com

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Escanaba, MI

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Fenton, MO 636/349-0200

Foristell, MO 636/463-2500

Cape Girardeau, MO 573/334-0563

Cuba, MO 573/885-0500

Owensboro, KY 270/684-2339

Paducah, KY 270/554-1131

Mount Vernon, IL 618/244-6800

Evansville, IN 812/473-0484

www.aisequip.com

Bridgeport, MI 989/777-0090

Grand Rapids, MI 616/538-2400

Lenox, MI 586/727-7502

New Hudson, MI 248/437-8121

Williamsburg, MI 231/267-5060

www.brookstractor.com

Madison (Sun Prairie), WI 608/837-5141

Milwaukee, WI 414/462-9790

Green Bay (De Pere), WI 920/336-5711

La Crosse (West Salem), WI 608/786-2644

Stevens Point (Plover), WI 715/254-2777

Racine (Mt. Pleasant), WI 262/898-6700

Sparta,WI 608/351-2101

www.westsidetractorsales.com

Lisle, IL 630/355-7150

Rockdale, IL 815/730-9011

Rockford, IL 815/961-3160

South Holland, IL 708/331-6362

Wauconda, IL 847/526-7700

Bloomington, IN 812/333-9677

Fort Wayne, IN 260/482-8576 Indianapolis, IN 317/544-3411

Lafayette, IN 765/447-6933

South Bend, IN 574/232-1461

Terre Haute, IN 812/645-7160

Kirby-Smith Restructures Marketing Department; Promotes Gordon, Clouse

Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. (KSM) has announced several changes to its marketing department.

Cody Ward, director of strategy, marketing and M&A of Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc., believes that expanding the breadth and capabilitiesofthemarketingteamisessentialtosupporting the heavy equipment distributor’s current and future growth.

“Thisreorganizationofourteamisnecessary to support future growth and maintain our current infrastructure as we strive to improve the way we help customers engage with the KirbySmith Machinery brand,” said Ward.

Jennifer Gordon will now serve as manager, marketing technology and operations. In this role, she will focus on marketing systems to build out new capabilities in technology and ensure sustainable processes that enable KSM to reach future growth goals.

“I want to thank Jennifer for the hard work andleadershipshehasdemonstratedinbuilding our marketing capabilities at Kirby-Smith Machinery,” said Ward.

“Her tenacity to strive for results along with her ability to efficiently manage resources have been integral inthesuccessofthedepartment.Inhernewrole,Jennifer’sindepth understanding of our systems and processes will be an incredible asset to the team, and I look forward to working with Jennifer as she develops new tools and infrastructure to support Kirby-Smith and our customers in the future.”

With the reorganization, KSM also has promoted Andrew Clouse to manager, branding and communications. Clouse will focus on growing and strengthening KSM’s brand through creative content development, advertising efforts and marketing communications. He had previously served as a marketing and communication associate for KSM.

“Overthepasteightyears,Andrewhasbeenanintegralpart of the marketing team,” said Ward. “His unwavering willingness to help a teammate and his passion for supporting others inreachingouroverallbusinessgoalsaretrulysecondtonone. I congratulateAndrew on this promotion and look forward to working with him as he takes on a new challenge in leading our branding and communication efforts.”

Grateful for the opportunity, Clouse credits KSM for preparing him for this moment.

“I have been fortunate in my time here for the mentorship I have received from Jennifer, Cody and our leadership,” said Clouse. “Their confidence to entrust me with growing and protectingoneofthestrongestbrandsinourindustryissomething I will cherish the rest of my life.”

BothGordonandClousewillreporttoWardasthedirector of marketing. Each will now also have their own team members reporting to them as well, with website and SEO specialist Larissa VanDuzer and lead generation coordinator Lisa Alonzo reporting to Gordon, and marketing associate Amy Strotman will report to Clouse.

Alonzo and Strotman, both recently promoted, are notable additionstothemarketingteam.VanDuzerisalong-timemarketing employee who will continue to be a value driver for KSM, supporting the backend of its technology stack and

KSM Names Matt White Its Newest General Manager

SEO efforts.

“Larissa may work quietly behind the scenes, but her contributions to our website, especially those supporting search engine optimization and inventory management, have been paramount to the success of our digital marketing initiatives,” said Ward.

“Along with supporting CRM and other systems, Larissa continues to be an asset that enables our capabilities as a team.”

Alonzo will join the marketing department officially once her current role is filled. As lead generation coordinator, she will be responsible for capturing and administering inbound leads.GordonbelievesAlonzo’stimeoverthelastsevenyears in managing the front lines in Oklahoma City as KSM’s corporate receptionist will be extremely valuable to the new role.

“Lisa’s never-ending drive to serve and support our customers will be a great asset to the marketing team,” said Gordon.“Shewillbeattheforefrontofmanagingtheinbound lead process for Kirby-Smith. I am excited for her to join us and assist in building on our continued success for marketing and lead generation efforts.”

Strotman initially joined KSM in a role supporting both marketing and used equipment operations. Now entirely dedicated to marketing efforts, she will assist in branding and communication initiatives, including the management of KSM’s employee store. Clouse noted that her organization, communicationskillsandwillingnesstotakeondifficultchallenges have already added value to KSM’s marketing operations.

“In just her first year at KSM,Amy has implemented a significant number of process improvements, especially regarding the company store, that have allowed us to operate with greater efficiency and accuracy,” said Clouse. “I look forward to seeing the wins she will deliver to us as we work to grow and scale our brand value.”

For more information, call 888/861-0219 or visit kirbysmith.com. 

Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. (KSM) has promoted Matt White as its new general manager of road and mineral products.

Whitebringsmorethan13yearscombinedOEManddistributor experience to the role for road construction and crushing/screening equipment, providing him with both a well-rounded knowledge of the market and the proper skill set to lead this important business segment for the heavy equipment distributor.

He will be responsible for managing the Wirtgen Group family of products (Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm, Kleeman) for KSM, as well as LeeBoy, Rosco, Masaba, Falcon and Broce Broom. White also will oversee the division’s team of productspecialists,applicationspecialistsandspecializedproduct support resources.

WhitejoinedKSMin2021asaproductsupportsalesrepresentative, most recently serving in a support role for crushing and screening applications. Joel Cook, executive vice president and general manager — construction group for KSM, believes White’s leadership and specialized experienceinthemarketwillservetheheavyequipmentdistributor well with the opportunities ahead as Oklahoma and Texas continue to grow their road and highway budgets.

“Matt brings an impressive combination of OEM and distributor experience to this role that I am very excited about,” saidCook.“Hisenergy,workethicanddeterminationtotake care of our customers will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our partnership with the Wirtgen Group and our other equipment manufacturers for road construction and mineral products.”

White was originally drawn to KSM’s culture and growth opportunities.Nowwithateamtolead,heisfocusedonproviding customers with first class equipment and support within the road and aggregate markets.

“Kirby-Smith Machinery has a team unlike any other, which has led to successful growth and uniquely close partnerships with manufacturers and customers alike,” said White.

For more information, visit kirby-smith.com. 

(L-R) are Cody Ward, Amy Strotman, Andrew Clouse, Larissa VanDuzer and Jennifer Gordon. (Lisa Alonzo not pictured)

Matt White

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Alex Power Equipment

www.alexpowerequipment.com

116 50th Avenue West Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-4994

Quality Equipment

www.qualityequipmentmn.com

3800 Park Ave NW Faribault, MN 55021 507-338-7080

Quality Forklift

www.qualityforklift.com

587 Citation Drive Shakopee, MN 55379 952-895-9918

Roeder Implement www.roederimplement.com

2550 Rockdale Road Dubuque, IA 52003 563-557-1184

CSTK www.cstk.com

401 Shawnee Avenue Kansas City, KS 66105 913-371-0868

St. Louis, MO 314-771-6666

Park City (Wichita), KS 316-744-2061

Oklahoma City, OK 405-577-2222

Ronson Equipment Co. www.ronsonequipment.com 18030 Wicker Avenue Lowell, IN 46356 219-696-5680

10761 West Coulter Road Westville, IN 46391 219-785-2909

McCann Industries Receives Case 2022 Power Tan Award

McCann Industries photo

McCann Industries Inc. won the Case 2022 Power Tan Sales Excellence award for tractor loader backhoes, tractor loaders and rough-terrain forklifts. (L-R back row) are Jim McCann, Steve Roggeman, Glenn Hayward and Pete Altenberger. (L-R front row) are George Willer, Jay Courtney, Tom Hagen (Case) and Mike Bergstrom (Case).

Keller Brothers’1958 Bobcat Prototype at NIHF Museum

National Inventors Hall of Fame photo A legendary piece of construction history arrived at the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum on April 19.

Joe Keller, the son of 2023 National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee Louis Keller and nephew of Inductee Cyril Keller, was on a cross-country trip with the Keller brothers’ invention — a 1958 prototype skid-steer loader.

Keller brought the loader to Alexandria, Va., where the prototype will be part of an exhibit at the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum honoring the 2023 Class of Inductees, who will be recognized in October during NIHF’s 50th anniversary Induction Ceremony.

DISCOVER YANMAR EXCAVATORS AT YOUR LOCAL DEALER:

BUCK & KNOBBY EQUIPMENT CO. www.buckandknobby.com

6220 West Sterns Road Building #2 Ottawa Lake, MI 49267 855-213-2825

CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY COMPANY www.cmcky.com

2911 S English Station Rd Louisville, KY 40299 502-267-4020

6104 Sable Mill Court Jeffersonville, IN 47130 812-850-6160

2235 Ragu Drive Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-2000

DITCH WITCH OF MINNESOTA & IOWA ditchwitchmnia.com

12826 Emery Way Shakopee, MN 55379 800-252-5811

1320 Frontier Drive Fergus Falls, MN 56537 800-492-4801

1520 Blue Sky Blvd. Huxley, IA 50124

515-685-3521

ORIGINAL MECHANICS originalmechanics.com

6611 US-52 South Rochester, MN 55904 507-529-3611

VERMEER MIDWEST vermeermidwest.com

2801 Beverly Drive Aurora, IL 60502 630-820-3030

1801 179th Street N. East Moline, IL 61244 309-751-9540

120 East Martin Drive Goodfield, IL 61742 309-965-3300

929 McDonough Lake Road Collinsville, IL 62234 618-407-3860

621 Spirit Valley E. Drive Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-532-2332

13402 Britton Park Rd. Fishers, IN 46038 317-842-1040

3310 W. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46808 260-484-2494

3566 Citadel Circle Newburgh, IN 47630 812-490-4400

940 Garden Lane Fowlerville, MI 48836 800-336-3889

1098 Franklin Street Marne, MI 49435 616-677-5900

2319 Plum Valley Rd. NE Mancelona, MI 49659 231-258-1290

Step up to our 3.5-ton class mini excavator and you’ll find the perfect balance of power, capability, comfort, and efficiency to work all-day and increase your bottom line. With a true zero tail swing design ready to work in tight environments, you can add even more capability with available auto-shifting 2-speed travel to quickly move between work areas; blade float functionality for back blading and leveling; and 4-way blade control. And with Tier 4 Final power under the cowl, you’ll not only appreciate our legendary and incredibly quiet work-tough performance, but greater operational efficiency as well. With standard ECO mode and Auto Deceleration, you’ll enjoy up to 20% less fuel consumption than previous models. © 2023 Yanmar Compact Equipment North America. YANMAR has a corporate policy of continuous product improvement and development; therefore data, specifications, and warranty are subject to change without any advance notice. There may be differences between the specifications and illustrations contained in this publication and the actual equipment. Equipment components produced by other manufacturers may be shown in photographs in this publication for the purpose of illustration only and is not intended as an endorsement of that particular equipment or its suitability. Inspect equipment before using it and be sure it is operating properly.

or any liability from the use of this publication.

The product depictions are not meant to be used or relied upon as a substitute for the safety and use information that is published in the respective operator’s manual. Before operating a machine, read, understand, and follow all instructions of the manual and on the machine. YANMAR disclaims all representations, express or implied,

CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY COMPANY

www.cmcky.com

2911 S. English Station Rd. • Louisville, KY 40299 502-267-4020 • 866-901-2262

2235 Ragu Drive • Owensboro, KY 42303 270-683-2000 • 877-683-2262

6104 Sable Mill Court • Jeffersonville, IN 812-850-6160

HAYDEN-MURPHY EQUIPMENT COMPANY

www.hayden-murphy.com

9301 E. Bloomington Freeway • Minneapolis, MN 55420-3410 952-884-2301 • 800-352-2757

329 2nd Street, Industrial Building 145 • Proctor, MN 55810 952-884-2301 • 800-352-2757

KELBE BROTHERS EQUIPMENT CO.

www.kelbebros.com

12770 W. Silver Spring Drive • Butler, WI 53007 262-781-4970

4621 Dutch Mill Rd. • Madison, WI 53716 608-221-8300

3101 French Rd. • De Pere, WI 54115 920-343-6496

KIRBY-SMITH

www.kirby-smith.com

8320 Ruby Avenue • Kansas City, KS 66111 913-850-6300

WILSON EQUIPMENT COMPANY

www.wilsonequipment.com

2180 Old Frankfort Pike, P.O. Box 11520 Lexington, KY 40510 800-432-0913

828 W. Cumberland Gap Pkwy. • Corbin, KY 40701 800-274-9457

2124 Watergap Road • Prestonsburg, KY 41653 800-955-9457

Equipmentshare

www.equipmentshare.com 8376 I-70 Dr SE • Columbia, MO 65201 573-273-4525

CHRISTOFANO EQUIPMENT CO., INC. christofano.com 9643 South Harlem Avenue • Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 708-425-6466

Alta Equipment Company

5105 Loraine Street • Detroit, MI 48208 313-394-1811

56195 Pontiac Trail • New Hudson, MI 48165 248-356-5200

8840 Byron Commerce SW • Byron Center, MI 49315 616-878-7450

3283 S Dort Hwy. • Flint (Burton), MI 48529 810-744-4840

3725 Old 27 S • Gaylord, MI 49735 989-731-9988

7500 E 15 Mile Road • Sterling Heights, MI 48312 586-474-5063

1061 Stepke Court • Traverse City, MI 49685 231-714-6210

613 E Stevenson Road • Ottawa, IL 61350 815-313-2070

www.altaequipment.com

McCann Industries

543 S. Rohlwing Rd • Addison, IL 60101 630-627-0000

250 E. North Frontage Rd. • Bolingbrook, IL 60440 630-739-7770

2350 S. Laflin St. • Chicago, IL 60608 312-942-9200

4701 West 137th Street • Crestwood, IL 60445 708-597-3110

900 Louisiana Street • Merrillville, IN 46410 219-576-7800

1133 Indianapolis Blvd. • Schererville, IN 46375 219-865-6545

1360 N. Rand Rd. • Wauconda, IL 60084 847-526-9444

www.McCannOnline.com

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Contact your local authorized Takeuchi dealer:

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc.

8320 Ruby Avenue Kansas City, KS 66111 913-850-6300 877-851-5729

www.kirby-smith.com

Kelbe Brothers Equipment Co.

12770 W. Silver Spring Drive • Butler, WI 53007 262-781-4970

4621 Dutch Mill Rd. • Madison, WI 53716 608-221-8300

3101 French Rd. • De Pere, WI 54115 920-343-6496

www.kelbebros.com

Wilson Equipment Company

2180 Old Frankfort Pike • Lexington, KY 40510 859-254-6443 • 800-432-0913

828 W. Cumberland Gap Pkwy • Corbin, KY 40701 606-528-0700 • 800-274-9457

2124 Watergap Road • Prestonsburg, KY 41653 606-874-8036 • 800-955-9457

www.wilsonequipment.com

Equipmentshare

8376 I-70 Dr SE • Columbia, MO 65201 573-273-4525

www.equipmentshare.com

Columbus Equipment Company

2329 Performance Way • Columbus, OH 43207 614-443-6541

12500 Williams Rd. • Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-872-7101

712 Shepherd Ave. • Cincinnati, OH 45215 513-771-3922

3942 Brecksville Rd. • Richfield, OH 44286 330-659-6681

290 Old Steubenville Pike • Cadiz, OH 43907 740-942-8871

7570 New Carlisle Pike • Dayton, OH 45424 937-879-3154

2200 Venture Circle SE • Massillon, OH 44646 330-833-2420

818 Lee St. • Zanesville, OH 43701 740-455-4036

864 Richmond Rd. • Painesville, OH 44077 440-352-0452

3668 US Route 23 South • Piketon, OH 45661 740-289-3757

www.columbusequipment.com

Brandeis Machinery & Supply Company 17000 Highway 41 N Evansville, IN 47725 812-425-4491

7310 Venture Lane Fort Wayne, IN 46818 260-489-4551

8410 Zionsville Road Indianapolis, IN 46268-1524 317-872-8410

1801 Watterson Trail Louisville, KY 40299 502-491-4000

www.brandeismachinery.com

Star Equipment Ltd.

1401 2nd Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50314

515-283-2215

• 800-369-2215

2625 W. Airline Hwy. • Waterloo, IA 50703

319-236-6830

2950 6th Street SW

319-365-5139

• 800-791-9249

• Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

• 800-728-5139

2100 E. Lincoln Way • Ames, IA 50010

515-233-9500

• 866-856-2312

www.starequip.com

Diamond

812-299-4747

www.diamondequipment.com

Aspen Equipment Names Orzechowski Its New Bloomington Branch Manager

Aspen Equipment, a division of MGX Equipment Services LLC, announced the promotion of John Orzechowski to branch manager of the company’s Bloomington, Minn., branch.

Orzechowski has been with Aspen since 2016. He previously held the positions of sales representative and project manager.

“I thankAspen for giving me this incredible opportunity,” he said. “I am humbled by all the support and trust that the Aspen team has given me. I am excited to take on this new challenge, and I will work hard to ensure that Aspen Equipment continues to leverage the resources we have in our extremely talented staff to lead the way into tomorrow.” For more information, visit aspenequipment.com. 

IED Opens Registration forAnnual Golf Classic On Flag Day in Bensenville, Ill.

The Illinois Equipment Distributors (IED)invitesmembersandtheirguests to its annual golf classic on June 14 at the White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville, Ill. The cost of the fullday event is $225 per person and includes green fees, cart, lunch, cocktails, halfway house and dinner. The cost for dinner only is $95 per person. Also included are a light breakfast — available during registration — and the driving range, which will be open prior to the shotgun start.

The format is a four-person scramble with a shotgun start. Prizes will be awarded for low gross scores, closest to the pin and longest drive. The traveling trophy will be awarded to the member company with the lowest gross score.

The golf club requires collared shirts, and no denim jeans are allowed.

Schedule of Events

ï 8:30 a.m. — Registration begins

ï 10:00 a.m. — Shotgun Start

ï 3:30 p.m. — Dinner and cocktails

Lunch will be served on the course.

Formoreinformation,visitillinoisequipmentdistributors.com.

About Flag Day

Flag Day commemorates the day the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution which adopted the Stars and Stripes as the United States’

flag on June 14, 1777.

In1916,PresidentWoodrowWilson proclaimedJune14NationalFlagDay. Many celebrate this non-federal holiday by displaying the flag in front of homes and businesses. Some communities also hold parades or other ceremonies to mark the occasion.  CEG

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Stellar,a100percentemployee-ownedandoperated manufacturer of mechanic trucks and cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, trailers and service truck and van accessories, is hosting Tire Industry Association (TIA) training sessions in Garner, Iowa, this summer.

TIA provides comprehensive and up-to-date educational services to the tire industry. From basic online training for new hires to in-depth, hands-on training and certification for experienced technicians, TIA’s programs can be used by large and small companies alike.

“We are thrilled to be a TIA training partner,” said Tim Davison, vice president of sales and marketing at Stellar.

“Tire service technicians can really expand their knowledge of the tire industry through both online training sessions and hands-on, interactive training sessions. They will leave with a broader skillset — and, in many cases — valuable certifications that will benefit them greatly and help advance their careers for years to come.”

StellarwillhostthefollowingTIAtrainingclasses:

ï Certified Earthmover Tire Service (ETS) 400LevelInstructorClass(weekofJune12):Hands-on certification for experienced off-the-road (OTR) tire and wheel service professionals in the earthmover industry.

ïBasicFarmTireService(FTS)200-LevelClass (week of June 19): Hands-on training using a servicetruck,hydraulictoolsandavarietyofequipment that can aid technicians in servicing farm, agricultural and construction tire and wheel assemblies.

ï Advanced Hands-on Earthmover Tire Service (ETS) Level 200-Level Class (week of July 24): Hands-on training using a service truck, hydraulic tools and a range of equipment that can help technicians servicing tires in the earthmover industry.

TIA’s comprehensive 200-level training consists of basic-level training courses designed for new hires as part of their orientation as well as experienced technicians in need of documented training. As the most advanced level of training offered by TIA, 400-level training includes a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on participation and demonstrations.

“Many training program attendees have years of experience yet admit they still have a lot to learn and find the training to be well worth the time and investment,” said Davison. “There are many tools and techniques that can help them service tires as efficiently and safely as possible and they had no idea these things exist, so they’re excited to learn about them during the training sessions.”

Approximately 140 technicians were trained using Stellar service trucks in 2022, and more than 500 technicians have been trained since 2016.

For more information, visit www.tireindustry.org/training/ or stellarindustries.com. 

TIA’s comprehensive 200-level training consists of basic-level training courses designed for new hires as part of their orientation as well as experienced technicians in need of documented training.

Approximately 140 technicians were trained using Stellar service trucks in 2022, and more than 500 technicians have been trained since 2016.

Stellar is hosting Tire Industry Association (TIA) training sessions in Garner, Iowa, this summer.

LiebherrConstructionEquipment NowAvailable in Kansas City

The Liebherr Construction Equipment territory expansion for Central Power Systems & Services will now provide all CentralPower’sMidwesterncustomerswith a complete range of heavy equipment solutions.

Central Power will be better positioned to meet the increasing demands of the construction, agriculture and mining industries, while providing customers with the highest quality and most efficient products, the company said. This expansion will create a larger and more comprehensive inventory of heavy equipment and parts at Central Power, allowing for more efficient and cost-effective solutions for its customers.

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HeidelbergMaterialsAcquires Southeast’s SEFAGroup Inc.

HeidelbergMaterialsannouncedthatit has completed the purchase ofThe SEFA Group Inc., the largest recycler of fly ash sold for use in concrete products in the United States. This acquisition further strengthens the company’s cementitious footprint in the key Southeastern U.S. market and provides a solid platform for growth on the path to carbon neutrality.

Based in Lexington, S.C., the operations of The SEFA Group include five business units, five utility partners, 20 locations and more than 500 employees. TheSEFAGroupcurrentlysuppliesquality fly ash to more than 800 concrete plants in 13 states.

With this transaction completed, Heidelberg Materials reaches another milestone in its continued focus on portfolio optimization and moves forward with positioning the company as the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economyintheconstructionmaterialsindustry.

“We are pleased to complete this important acquisition and we welcome the SEFA

Group and its more than 500 hundred employees to Heidelberg Materials,” said Chris Ward, president and CEO of Heidelberg Materials NorthAmerica.

“The SEFAGroup is an exciting addition to our businesses in North America and we look forward to the possibilities ahead.” 

The SEFA Group’s Winyah STAR Plant in Georgetown, S.C.

Hayden-MurphyArranges Crane Repair Training for HCET Students

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“Having whole crews relying on you to get the crane repaired so they aren’t standing around or getting sent home can be very stressful,” he said. “You also have to deal with risk of accidents or injury because most of the

time you are by yourself doing repairs.”

For more information, visit dctc.edu and haydenmurphy.com. 

(All photographs in this article courtesy of HaydenMurphy Equipment Company.)

“There’s so much technology and changes coming our way that we need the best and brightest people to come into our industry,” said Tom Benck, second-generation owner of West Side Tractor.

Naper Settlement Showcases Area’s Agricultural History

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the opening along with Naper Settlement leadership and representatives from state legislature, city council, Department of Natural Resources and the Naperville Historical Society. The settlement’s new Field Watchers program, which will take place at theAg Center, will teach 2,500 children in its first year and already has 400 students enrolled.

“Across the agriculture and construction communities, we’ve been focused on addressing the workforce shortages that

we’re all experiencing as business owners,” said Lauren Coffaro, third-generation owner of West Side Tractor. “This new facility is very meaningful to our family in sharing our roots, but also serves as a catalyst for kids to explore future opportunities that might be a good fit for them. It provides a place that they can learn about these important careers in our society — future engineers, data scientists, farm managers and equipment technicians to name a few.” 

(All photographs in this article are courtesy of West Side Tractor.)

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The Heavy Construction Equipment Technology (HCET) program at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) partnered with HaydenMurphy to offer HCET students a weeklong training opportunity to work on a GMK 5150B crane donated by Vic’s Crane & Heavy Haul.

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Students of HCET at Dakota County Technical College receive hands-on training on repairing a crane.

Hayden-Murphy is partnering with the HCET program to ensure students are receiving industry-standard training.

Ignite Offers Customers Opportunity to Find Right Fit

Let’s get this fire started!Anew concept attachment company — IgniteAttachments — launched its web-based business in November 2022 from Moorhead, Minn. Ignite is looking to shake up an established attachments industry and stand out from the rest.

“We looked at the experience people have with their attachmentsandimplementswiththegoalofimprovingit— from researching and buying to maintenance and service,” said Trisha Pearson, business director of IgniteAttachments. “We want to make it easy for them to find the right fit, at an accessible price and deliver it directly to their shop when they need it.”

Ignite offers a direct-to-consumer online experience with several key features, including Fit Finder, which allows a customer to match their specific machine to the attachment being ordered. This enables a sure fit and allows the customer to make sure the attachment is compatible before they buy.

Ignite’s“$100-or-Less”deliverytoyourdoorshippingfee takes the guesswork out of the final cost, especially when shipping heavy pieces of equipment like attachments. Most items ship the same day from the company’s warehouses in Reno, Nev., andAtlanta, Ga.

Igniteshipstoall50states,althoughsomeadjustmentsare necessary to ship to Hawaii and Alaska. The company has plans to partner with additional distribution centers within the United States to reduce delivery times in the future.

Currently, the company offers more than 60 products on its web site and has an aggressive roadmap for product launches in the next few years, according to Pearson. Ignite has extensive attachment and implement offerings for skid steers, track machines, compact tractors, mini-loaders and excavator attachments.

The 10,000-sq.-ft. facility in Moorhead can grow with the company to accommodate up to 60 people. It is where new concepts are developed.

“It is a place to ideate, test and validate product performance,” said Pearson. “With opportunity to research, develop and test on-site, we can quickly meet market needs.”

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Ignite has two warehouse distribution facilities and is planning on expanding and adding more across the United States to increase the speed of delivery.

Darin Gronwold, product specialist II of Ignite Attachments.

Matt Foley, lead engineer of Ignite Attachments, with the company’s newest attachment — the 74-in. rake grapple.

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When Disaster Strikes: Essentials for Cleanup, Prevention

Natural disasters can leave a trail of destruction and debris in their wake that litters the landscape and creates significant issues for landowners. When clearing vegetation and trees left behind by storms, floods andforestfires,therightequipmentisessential for helping return the land to its natural state.

“If you’re in the disaster recovery business or handle storm and fire cleanup, you need equipment that can cut, shred, mulch and process downed trees, broken branches and burnt brush,” said Matt Nelson, director of development for Diamond Mowers, a manufacturer of industrial mowing, mulching and brush cutting equipment for the municipal, skid-steer and excavator markets.

Following are some must-have tools Nelson recommends for landowners, farmers, ranchers and contractors tackling disaster cleanup, fire prevention and recovery.

Mulchers

After severe weather or fire, the land can be layered with hazardous trees and brush. Removingthesehazardscallsforthepowerful processing and rotation speed of a disc or drum mulcher designed for large mulch and brush management applications.

Engineered to act like a flywheel, the distinctive disc mulcher design combines stored energy with hydraulic power to enable operators to cut and mulch trees and brushintheirpatheffectivelyandefficiently.

Conversely, drum mulchers get their name from their cylindrical, drum-like shape. These heavy-duty land clearing mulchers shred small trees and brush with a forward spinning motion — a quality that makesthemgreatforquickbrushandundergrowth removal.

“By mulching downed vegetation and debris, you can return the materials and nutrients back to the ground, preparing the land for replanting and new growth,” said Nelson.

Diamond Mowers offers the Disc Mulcher Pro X, which is compatible with standard- and high-flow hydraulic skidsteersandisavailablein48and60in.cutting widths to slice through trees and brush up to 14 in. in diameter and shred material up to 6 in. in diameter.

For heavy-duty land reclamation projects, the Excavator Disc Mulcher Pro X is available in 36 or 48 in. cutting widths and can process material up to 12 in. in diameter.

Additionally, Diamond’s drum mulchers in Open and Depth Control styles are compatible with standard- and high-flow skidsteers and excavators. These attachments can continuously mulch material up to 9 in. indiameterandareavailablein60and72in. sizes.

For midi-excavator users, the Excavator Drum Mulcher DC Pro X tackles mulching or brush clearing with power and precision and effectively cuts back and processes unwanted vegetation, making it ideal for land clearing and vegetation management.

“Unlike other land-clearing techniques, mulching doesn’t cause disturbance to the soil, which is vital for reducing erosion and aiding in water conservation by preventing moisture loss,” said Nelson. “Employing a disc or drum mulcher can improve soil fertility and deliver essential nutrients that will serve future vegetation.”

Stump Grinder

Another must-have piece of equipment for anyone involved in disaster cleanup and prevention is a stump grinder. Essential for removing stumps after trees have been broken, burnt, or carried away by fierce winds, fire or flooding, this tool uses a rotating cutting disc that mulches stumps into small pieces.

Diamond offers two wheel-based options for use with skid-steer carriers:

ï Miller Stump Grinder — This attachment allows the operator to cut stumps up to 36 in. in diameter without ever moving the carrier. The 26 in., 6-way grinding wheel featuresswing,liftandtelescopingfunctions that allow users to process a stump while the loaderisparkedinoneposition,reducingthe risk of soil or turf damage, and making it an ideal solution for arborists or where aesthetics are a significant consideration. This option also features a chain guard that helps protect the grinder and operator from flying debris, along with a convenient push blade that effortlessly fills in holes created while

clearing stumps below ground level.

ï ReflexStumpGrinder —An excellent choice for rural grinding applications, tree farms and land clearing operations, the Reflex Stump Grinder uses the skid-steer’s lift arm to position its heavy-duty wheel in thestumpbeforedrivingitthroughthewood with the machine’s wheels or tracks. This easy-to-operate grinder is equipped with a cushioning device that protects the wheel fromtoomuchpressure,alleviatingoverload by flexing and keeping the wheel out of harm’s way. Grinding wheels are available in 24 or 26 in. cutting widths and are paired

with an appropriately sized motor to match the machine’s hydraulic flow.

“Removing stumps after storm or fire damageisessentialforaesthetics,safetyand sustainability,” said Nelson. “Stump removal minimizes maintenance obstacles and prevents insects or wild animals from settling in and causing further damage.”

Supplemental Equipment Options

In addition to the previously mentioned tools, most reclamation jobs also will require one or more of the following depending on the nature, size and scope of the disaster event:

ï Backhoe: good for light-duty shoveling and material handling in storm-damaged areas cluttered with debris.

ï Brush Cutter: tackles land and vegetation management challenges from cutting through tall, thick grass to clearing largescale brush and small trees.

ï Bulldozer: can push large quantities of scattered debris into piles for disposal. Plus, its tracks provide enhanced stability and traction on treacherous terrain.

ï Front Loader/Wheel Loader: acts like a mobile shovel that can lift, transport and load debris onto vehicles for removal.

“Whether you’re cleaning up after a hurricane, flood, or fire, it’s important to have the correct tools at your disposal,” said Nelson. “Clearing the land of harmful debris quickly and efficiently reduces hazard potential, gets the landowner back to work, and keeps the area looking beautiful.”

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

For heavy-duty land reclamation projects, the Excavator Disc Mulcher Pro X is available in 36 or 48 in. cutting widths and can process material up to 12 in. in diameter.

The miller stump grinder attachment allows the operator to cut stumps up to 36 in. in diameter without ever moving the carrier.

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Ideal for pairing with 15-ton excavators, the FDX36 weighs 2,965 lbs. and features a 36-in. cutting width.

Productivity and versatility are designed in, with 10 knives on the top of the disc, 8 edge knives and 8 single point carbide tools on the disc bottom. This allows the bottom of the disc to mulch standing trees or brush piles for top-down feeding.

Bottom-up feeding can be accomplished by using the intake feed and the body structure to cut through the trees and then let gravity feed the tree into the disc.

A hinged right-side door allows operators to snip treetops with either left side or right-side sweeping motions. Closing the cutting chamber by hinging right side door closed creates a smaller product size and limits debris dispersion, while removing the right-side door allows optimum productivity.

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ESCO’s Ultralok Tooth System Features Integrated Lock

When it comes to ground engaging tools (G.E.T.), ESCO is one of the most trusted names to deliver reliable perform ance.

For the construction and aggregate markets, ESCO’s Ultralok tooth system is a top choice to improve machine productivity, extend service life and improve site safety with less maintenance, according to the manufacturer.

The system features a unique inte grated lock that simplifies point replacement with an off-theshelf pry tool — replacing points has never been so easy. The Ultralok system has better penetration and provides faster loading than conventional tooth systems. Enhanced profiles with more usable wear metal can deliver up to 55 percent longer wear life than other teeth.

The increased system life and faster point replacement increases machine availability, improves production levels and lowers maintenance requirements. The result is a better operating cost position with increased profits, greater success obtaining profitable job bids, and more uptime to help complete jobs on time, according to the manufacturer.

A full range of adapters are available with the Ultralok system: including a selection of weld-on adapter styles; bolton adapters for all popular OEM machine bolt patterns; and a hot slag offering that includes an optional bolt-in lock or the ultra-secure weld-in lock. Also available in select sizes are adapters to equip augers and clamshells with the Ultralok system.

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Cat’s Rotary Cutters Offer Precise, Controlled Breaking

Cat rotary cutters for excavators offer high production in hard material for applications like trenching and demolition. With controlled breaking and high precision, rotary cutters are ideal for working in confined or urban areas.

New Cat RC20 and RC30 models are available to be used with pinon, S-type, Cat pin grabber or CW couplers. Rotary cutters are compatible with Cat hydromechanical work tool brackets, which allow operators to move more smoothly from one task to the next.

Rotary cutters are compatible with Cat hydro-mechanical work tool brackets, which allow operators to move more smoothly from one task to the next.

The rotary cutter can be manually turned either90or270degrees.Addinganoptional hydrauliclineskit, itcanbeturnedupto180 degrees for cleaning narrow trenches or working away from the machine to help get increased productivity.

Ideal for dredging applications, the rotary cuttercanbesubmerged inwaterwithoutmodifications to the tool.

Maintenance panels offer quick and easy access. Mechanical seals help to lock in greaseandkeepdustout to go longer between servicing.Rotarycutters break up material more tohelpputlesswearand tear on buckets.

Operators can track their entire fleet of attachments and machines from one source. Attachments with asset tracking can be viewed within VisionLink alongside Product Link subscribed equipment. Attachments with an asset tracker send an alert if they leave an easy-to-setup site boundary to help keep tools more secure.

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The LOWE® trenching attachments have proven to be one of the most useful tools in the attachment market. Primarily used on skid steer loaders, trenching attachments also excel on compact track loaders and a wide range of mini-loaders.

With a large selection of boom lengths and digging chains available, the LOWE® trenching attachment can make your machinery investment more useful.

The BP-Series planetary reduction auger drives bring elements of performance and dependability to the attachment marketplace.

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Berlon’s Skeleton Rock Grapple has dual independent claws for complete clamping down on awkward loads. This bucket is ideal for rock picking, clearing fence lines, construction, scrap metal and other clean-up applications.

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$257M First Phase of I-69 Ohio River Crossing Under Way

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Henderson, Ky. I-69 ORX Section 1 will extend I-69 by more than 6 mi. and includes interchanges with KY 351, U.S. 41 near Kimsey Lane and at U.S. 60.

“Indiana and Kentucky have a history of working together, as they successfully delivered two Ohio River crossings in the Louisville metro area with the Ohio River Bridges Project,” said Deason. “This Ohio River crossing in Evansville and Henderson reflects another important partnership between the two states.”

Not surprisingly, significant planning was necessary before work on the megaproject could begin.

“There’s the required planning under the NationalEnvironmentalPolicyAct[NEPA], but also a lot of coordination by the states,” said Deason. “It’s a tremendous investment, and you have to identify a path forward for a project of this magnitude.

“It’s definitely a team effort and has been since day one. This is a bi-state project, and the two states have been working together to develop and now deliver this project. It’s a lot of responsibility, but it’s well-defined. I’msurroundedbyastrongteam.Ourgoalis to keep this project on schedule and on budget. There’s constant activity, coordination and decision-making to help make sure that happens. Delegating is just as important as leading. I want to rely on my team while also leading that team.”

Deasonsaidthesheersizeoftheprojectis one of only several challenges.

“Making sure we have access to needed supplies in a timely fashion is key to maintaining the project schedule. Weather can always be a challenge during construction, but we fared very well in summer and fall 2022 with dry and mild conditions.”

I-69 ORX is divided into three sections, with approach work to be completed in both Indiana and Kentucky before construction begins on the river crossing.

“Construction started on the Kentucky approachin2022.Designworkisunderway on the Indiana approach, with construction expected to begin in 2024. Work is scheduled to begin on the new Ohio River crossing in 2027, when funding is available. Both states are looking for opportunities to accelerate that timeline.”

Section 1 construction is expected to end in late 2025 at a cost of $257 million.

“We are just under 20 percent complete. Some of the tasks that have been completed includepiers1,2and3ontheU.S.41bridge over I-69; the abutments for the northbound and southbound I-69 bridges over Canoe Creek; and nearly 400,000 cubic yards of embankment, which has been placed for the new U.S. 41 and I-69 Interchange. This has all been done while the design for the rest of

the project is completed.”

Deason noted that commuters have not really been affected during Section 1 construction.

“There were no significant impacts to motorists during 2022 construction. While we had some minor closures, nearly all of the work was off the main road where we were building the future U.S. 41 interchange.”

A groundbreaking ceremony to officially kickoffthehigh-profileprojectwasheldlast June.

“Itwasapicture-perfectdayofbrightsunshine, blue skies and a lot of excitement,” said Deason. “It brought together dignitaries and community leaders from both sides of the river and the men and women who are building ORX Section 1. I think Gov. Beshear likely summed it up best when he said it was a monumental day that people had waited a long time to see.”

KYTC Secretary Jim Gray echoed that sentiment.

“From turning the first shovels of dirt this summer to seeing the first new bridges take

shape in Henderson, Kentucky, it’s so gratifying to see the progress on the I-69 Ohio River Crossing. It’s a transformational project that will eventually connect Henderson and Evansville, Ind. It’s been a top priority for Gov. Andy Beshear, and I was proud to stand alongside him and break ground this summer. The project will mean improved travel and increased opportunities for western Kentucky and beyond.”

The Ragle Inc./Stantec Consulting Services Inc. design-build team was awarded the contract in late 2021.

“Ragle is based in Newburgh, Indiana, just miles from the construction site,” said Deason.“It’sunusualtohaveacontractoron a project of this size that is literally in the backyard. They know the area and they take a lot of pride in their work.”

According to company vice president Jason Ragle, “Ragle Inc. has become a significant general contractor in the local region, specializing in heavy highway construction.Raglehasbeenabletodevelopand sustain a highly-skilled and diverse workforce cable of performing more than 60 percent of the ORX Section 1 contract. Nearly half the current workforce resides in Henderson County or a neighboring Kentucky county, and when the three counties across the river in Indiana are added to the mix, that number jumps to above 75 percent.

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“When the I-69 corridor is complete nationally, it will be a new north/south interstate route that will help to move people and goods all the way from Mexico to Canada,” said Emily Deason, KYTC, I-69 ORX Section 1 project manager.

I-69 Ohio River Crossing photo The Ragle Inc./Stantec Consulting Services Inc. design-build team was awarded the contract in late 2021.

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Construction Technology Investment Hit $5.38B in 2022

The idea that the construction industry is far behind in embracing modern technology in its day-today operations has been proven wrong again post-COVID.

That’s the word after observations by IntellectSoft, a digital transformation consultant and engineering firm.

“The reality is, compared to others, engineering and construction stepped out of the pandemic crisis in a better state despite all odds,” said the company. “Many wonder where such a drive came from. Well, the allowance for sustainable growth and new use of technology in construction made it all possible.”

David Mitchell, founder and CEO of construction technology company XYX Reality, agreed.

“Many construction sites today look like something out of a sci-fi movie,” said Mitchell.

Sites are filled with automated robots, extended reality headsets, touchpads and everything with a flashing light, Mitchell said. “Increasinglycomplexsoftware— and hardware — is changing the construction industry.”

In fact, construction technology investment hit $5.38 billion in 2022,accordingtoinvestmentspecialists Cemex Ventures.

Suite of Complements

MitchellsaidBIMalonehasvirtually eliminated the cumbersome process of communicating, from the back office to the job site, the daily operation plan.

“This digitization of the design and build process gives constructioncrewsandengineerstheability tomanipulate,simulateandvisualize models in real time,” he said.

An expanding suite of complementarytechnologiesthatintegrate with BIM are bringing digital designs into the physical world. That’s making it easier to build to specs, boosting construction to eliminate rework, said Mitchell, in management consultant Fast Company’s website blog.

Field engineers can compare holograms of 3D design models to real-world structures using Augmented Reality (AR). They can monitor a building in real-time using sensors to compare it against a digital twin and proactively iden-

tify errors.

Finally, said Mitchell, “construction is going digital, taking humanerroroutofthepictureonce andforall—acriticalstepineliminating error.”

The accuracy and speed of digital information means it can be shared easily, especially using cloud platform. Digitally enabled hardware can collect data in the field. This feature establishes a homeforartificialintelligence(AI) in construction, said Mitchell.

Compute vision (CV) brings AI to life by analyzing images. It also can monitor environments and identify any perceived safety risks on the job site.

AI can “handle project data, managing resources like budgets, materials and energy to automate processes” that ultimately free up time for other tasks, he said.

Another headache eliminated from the project: rework. A “stubborn stumbling block,” rework is quicklybecomingathingofthepast.

“Architects, engineers and construction crews are already adopting cutting-edge technology,” said Mitchell.

Lead general contractors are seeing the returns, reporting as much as nine times ROI, he said.

“We’ve seen AR reduce rework to as little as one percent on proj-

ects, providing cost and environmental savings.”

Mitchell believes it’ll take time to convince an entire industry to “adjust to this futuristic normal,” and confidence is needed.

“But it’s already happening and is accelerating,” he said. “It’s catch on quickly — or be left in the dust.”

Getting On BIM Bandwagon

Each software component to a BIM system is unique in one way or another, said Jim Stephen, account executive of Microsol Resources.

But all the components have a common goal for their users of

identify potential problems on the job.These functionalities are capable of estimating the cost of the projectandthencreatingacompletion timeline.

“This list is also growing,” said Stephen.“Astechnologycontinues to develop and more products hit the market, there will be new ways in which BIM can be used.”

Construction site safety is a key benefit of BIM. It can play a major role in eliminating risk by providing a common digital platform for stakeholders, he said.

The technology improves hazard prevention “perhaps the most beneficial way in which BIM can supportsafetyonconstructionsites.”

First, it can help with the development of a detailed plan covering all steps of the project and can identify potential risks along the way, said Stephen.

“This makes it easier to identify areas that may be more prone to hazardous activity and proactively address them before construction starts.”

The digital reports and simulations generated are valuable in understanding the risks associated with a particular task.

“This aids in creating safer conditions for works, as well as reducing the time and effort spent on rectifying errors.”

And, said Stephen, BIM’s ability to streamline communication among different teams on a site is key to ensuring safety during construction.

managing projects more effectively and efficiently, said Stephen in an article for ohsonline.

Software functionalities include the ability to create accurate 3D project models including all elements and phases of construction.

Data management is another BIMfeature,trackingperformance metrics, material specs and cost information, said Stephen. The systems allow multiple stakeholders to work together on a project in real time via cloud-based platforms. And the renderings they offer are realistic images of a project, designed for client presentations and reviews.

BIM features can analyze and simulate the design of a project to

“By creating a single source for project information and a platform for real-time collaboration, BIM can reduce the risk of miscommunication or mistakes.”

The technology also allows stakeholders to coordinate and visualize onsite spatial relationships to reduce hazards associated with the site’s physical layout.

This includes the ability to measure distances between objects, identify blind spots and assess interferences between different areas of the site.

“Such planning can reduce the likelihoodofaccidentsduetoinadequate space or incorrect placement,” Stephen said.

ABIM construction site simulation offers workers a virtual walkthroughoftheirworkspace,aswell

The construction industry has embraced new technology, such as BIM, AR and VR, to quickly ramp up workflow and make job sites safer.

BIM aids in construction site safety by eliminating risk and providing a common digital platform for stakeholders to collaborate.

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WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 550K LGP CRAWLER DOZER - WANT TO BUY

BULLDOZER 550KLGP JOHN DEERE ENC CAB WITH WINCH UNDER 500 HOURS REAL HOURS METER AND FRAME 2018 AND UP FROM REPOSSESSION BANK OR SUCCESSION, NEAR VERMONT OR NEW YORK.

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WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB

RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214 – A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR.

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WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND

BACKHOE LOADERS.

EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET

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WANTED (US): VOLVO EC480DL EXCAVATOR

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

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WANTED (US): WANT TO BUY BULLDOZER 650LGP CASE – ENC CAB SIX WAY 27 INCH PADS UNDER REAL HOURS METER AND FRAME 600 HOURS 2015 AND UP.

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA

PHONE: 1 450 346 8975

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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 340 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO LOCATE CAT EXCAVATORS 320, 330, 345, 365, 385, AND 390. IF ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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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): CATERPILLAR 12G

MOTOR GRADERS – N NEED TO BUY A USED CAT MOTOR GRADER 140G, 14G, 12G, AND 14H. IF ANY OF THEM ARE

AVAILABLE PLEASE SEND ME THE INFORMATION THANKS.

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO

EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT

STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1-281-694-5478

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

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM

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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

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

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923322489350

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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

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WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E

WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM

AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

THANKS.

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WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HAR-

VESTER 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.

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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

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WANTED: CATERPILLAR M320 EXCAVATOR. LOOKING FOR A MOBILE EXCAVATOR CATERPILLAR M320DSINGLE BOOM, IN WORKING CONDITION, FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE. PLEASE SEND ALL INFO AND PRICE.

EMAIL: RENATO.NASCIMENTO@ ELEBBRE.COM; PHONE: +5511994602266

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR CAT D10N / D10R CRAWLER DOZER.

EMAIL:

USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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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

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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

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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

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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

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WANTED (NY): CASE 721F WHEEL LOADER – LOOKING TO BUY 2012-2013 WHEEL LOADER OF APPROX. 200 HP (EX:CASE 721F)WITH HOURS LESS THAN 6000.

EMAIL: BERT@MEXUSCAN.COM;

PHONE: 1-514-233-5151

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR EXCAVATORS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING TO PURCHASE ANY HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOGGING AGGREGATE TRUCKS IN THE USA

EMAIL:EQUIPMENTPRO22@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 570-423-7631

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WANTED (US): WACKER NEUSON

WL30 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR RUNNING WACKER NEUSON WL30.

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 616/8I3/3642

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\WANTED (WORLDWIDE): DOOSAN DX480 EXCAVATORS - WANTED TO BUY USED DOOSAN EXCAVATORS DX480 - DX520 4000-5000HRS.

EMAIL: AMERICAUSEDEQUIPMENT@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-657-236-7399

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EX220 EXCAVATORS – WANT TO BUY USED HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX-220, EX-270, EX-400, AND EX450, ANY CONDITION.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EX450 EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY OLD USED HITACHI EX 450 EXCAVATORS.

EMAIL: IKRAMKHAN@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923331234598 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX450 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO BUY HITACHI, JOHN DEERE, KOMATSU 300, 400, AND 450 SIZES EXCAVATORS. OFFER ME RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING EXCAVATORS.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): LOOKING TO BUY HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400LC AND JOHN DEERE 495D, 595D.

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

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WANTED (US): KUBOTA B7300HSD TRACTOR W/ 60 INCH MOWER DECK. EMAIL: PRONCALLO@AOL.COM; PHONE: 845-225-7504

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WANTED (US): ACS INDUSTRIES –BUCKETS, ALL MODELS

EMAIL: BEBOMOR2003@YAHOO.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA30-2 WHEEL LOADER - LOOKING TO BUY A REAR AXLE FOR A KOMATSU WA30-2. IF YOU HAVE A REAR AXLE PLEASE CONTACT ME @ 6I6/8I3/3642. ALSO INTERESTED IN BUYING COMPLETE RUNNING KOMATSU LOADERS WA40 OR SMALLER. EMAIL:CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 6I6-813-3642 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

MANUFACTURER: MEC 3391RT AERIAL LIFT - CONTROL BOX FOR A MEC 3391RT YEAR 2000 PART NO. 20783. DOUBLE FUEL GAS/PROPANE. NO OUTRIGGER.

EMAIL: TAVAKE08@ICLOUD.COM; PHONE: 415-748-8079 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS - NEED CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS 950B, 950E, 966F, 966FII, 980F AND CATERPILAR MOTOR GRADERS 140G. EMAIL: NAQIB_KHAN73@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: +923333298751 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, ALL MODELS - LOOKING TO BUY HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX270LC, EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400LC AND JOHN DEERE 495D, 595D.

EMAIL: NAQIB_KHANINTRCO@HOTMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923332316587

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR 140G MOTOR GRADERS – CAT USED MOTOR GRADER 140G AND 140H FOR OWN STOCK.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CONCRETE

PUMPS: SCHWING, PUTZMEISTER, ALLIANCE, ELBA, CONCORD, PUMPSTAR, ETC. ALL MODELS, BRANDS, & SIZES, OLD OR NEW! BOOM PUMPS, TRAILER & TRUCK MOUNTED CITY PUMPS PURCHASED. OLD, RETIRED, NO LONGER USED AND PARTS & PUMPS NEEDING REPAIRS. INSTANT PAYMENT GUARANTEED.

EMAIL: BBENEDETTO@COMCAST.NET

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX330-5 EXCAVATORS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY A COUPLE OF UNITS OF HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX 330-5 & EX 450-5.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR 988B WHEEL LOADER– WE NEED TO BUY A CAT USED WHEEL LOADER 936, 988B/F & 950B.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 992D

EXCAVATORS – NEED TO LOCATE JOHN DEERE'S EXCAVATORS SIZES 190E, 200, 210, 230, 270, 300, 400.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTS

TRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): EZ SCREEN 1200XLS

SCREENING – ANYTHING THAT WOULD BE LIKE A 1200 OR1200 XLS.

EMAIL: MAIERLANDSCAPING@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR BACKHOE LOADERS, ALL MODELS – NEED TO BUY USED CAT WHEEL LOADERS, BACKHOES, EXCAVATORS, HIGHWAY TRUCK.

EMAIL: SEARCHT930@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 657-236-7399

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WANTED: CHAINS AND SPROCKETS FOR KOBELCO 400IV OR 480 EXCAVATOR, NEW OR USED.

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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WANTED: BUCKET FOR JOHN DEERE

644H WITH CUTTING EDGE OR TEETH

4.25 YARD.

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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WANTED (PA): JOHN DEERE BUCKETS, ALL MODELS; LOOKING FOR BUCKET FOR JOHN DEERE 644H WITH CUTTING EDGE OR TEETH 4.25 YARD.

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR DUMP TRUCKS - CAT 725-745'S 10,000 HOURS OR LESS, WILL BUY IN GROUPS.

EMAIL: ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM

PHONE: 312-898-5355

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WANTED (US); TEREX BUCKET TRUCKS, ALL MODELS - 55 FT & 60 FT 4-5 YEARS OLD, PREFERABLY PREFER TEREX 5TC-55 & ALTEC AA55E PREFER FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS.

EMAIL: ZACHZ@BLACKSTARACA.COM;

PHONE: 815-575-6797

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 916 WHEEL LOADERS; RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING UNITS REQUIRED.

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

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 966F II

WHEEL LOADERS

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

WANTED (NJ): CASE BACKHOE

LOADERS: 580SK, 580L, 580SL, 580LII, 580SLII, 580M, 580MII, 580MIII, 580SM, 580SM+, 580SMII, 580SMIII, 580N EP, 580N, 580SN, 580SN WT EMAIL: FRANKHORAN@ GROFFTRACTOR.COM

PHONE: 800-654-USED ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. NEED TO BUY CAT USED WHEEL LOADER 916,926,936,950B/E,966E/D/F, 970F,980C, 980F ALSO CAT MOTOR GRADERS 140G,12G/H, 14G/H, 140H, AND 14M. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX450 LC-5 EXCAVATORS. MENTION MACHINES & EMAIL US DETAILS WITH PICTURES CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS 140G CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS 950B, 950E, 966E, 966F, 966FII, 970F, 980F HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX200, EX200LC, EX270LC, EX400, EX400LC, EX300LC, EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400-5, EX60WD, EX100WD. JOHN DEERE 495D, 595D. EMAIL: NAQIB_KHANINTRCO@ HOTMAIL.COM

PHONE: +923332316587

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WANTED (US): INTERNATIONAL MODEL FUEL / LUBE TRUCKS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR 1 OR 2 FUEL TRUCKS W/ AUTO TRANS -DECENT MILES, ENGINE HOURS -PREFERABLY MULTIPLE COMPARTMENTS -PREFERABLY INTERNATIONAL, BUT NOT A MUST -NO DPF, OR MAXXFORCE ENGINES. MAX $40,000 EMAIL: MANAGER@ COMMERCIALFLEETSUPPLY.COM; PHONE: 347-489-4474

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Bunch Brothers SpringAuction Features Large Selection

Bunch Brothers held its annual two-day Spring auction in Louisville, Ky., across from the Kentucky Fair and Exposition CenterApril 25 to 26.

Opening day equipment on the block featured a large selection of equipment from area contractors, dealers, individuals and rental houses. Machines included dozers, excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, wheel loaders and paving equipment along with various other machines and support equipment.

Day two of the auction focused largely on trucks and trailers, including dump trucks, service trucks and truck tractors. The auction attracted a crowd of active buyers from Kentucky and surrounding states while drawing heavy online bidding as well.

For more information, visit bunchbrothers.com.  CEG

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Sparky and Melody Von Vreckin came to the auction seeking a skid steer for home projects, including construction of a stone wall.

Greenwell Equipment Sales’ Kyle Greenwell inspects this Volvo A30D articulated haul truck.

Allen Steckler of Steckler Trenching was in the market for a dump truck.

Intertech Mechanics’ Mark Young considers a bid on this Genie GTH-1056 telehandler to add to his fleet.

Dan Cristiani (L) and Taylor Bradbury of Dan Cristiani Excavating stopped in to look over the dozers and other equipment.

A fan of Mauldin paving products, Bill Shaw of APM Paving takes a close look at this 1750-C asphalt paver.

Ryan Waddell (L) and Jeff Stamps of Southern Kentucky Contracting put this Hitachi225excavatorthroughitspaces.

Machines in the auction equipment yard ready to go up for bid.

Bright Star Conducts EquipmentAuction in Wooster, Ohio

Bright StarAuctions made a return trip to Ohio to conduct an Ohio Central Equipment Consignment Auction in Wooster onApril 27.

Equipment on the block included a variety of trucks and a strong selection of construction and farming equipment, including dozers, excavators, compact track loaders, skid steers and support equipment. The main attraction however was the wide selection of forestry equipment.

One standout piece was a 2022 John Deere 748L-II grapple skidder, destined forAlabama, with the winning bid of $270,000 landed by an online buyer. Other forestry related equipment up for bid included Bandit, Caterpillar, HogZilla, Morbark, Timbco and Tigercat machines.

Theauctionattractedastrongattendanceofequipmentbuyers while generating active online bidding as well.

Bright StarAuctions is a full-service auction company selling used heavy equipment, real estate, commercial and personal property throughout the Midwest and Southeast United States. For more information, visit brightstarauctions.com.  CEG

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Bob Stewart (L) and Mike Heiss of H&H Land Clearing were pleased to have placed the winning bid on this HogZilla tub grinder.

Wayne Nisley, Bright Star Auctions’ auctioneer, brings down the hammer on equipment at the auction.

Weekley Welding’s Bob Weekley looks over this Volvo L70G wheel loader.

One highlight of the auction was this 2022 John Deere 748L-II grapple skidder, which is heading to a new home in Alabama.

(L-R): Kidron Tree Service’s Kenny Hochstetler, with father, Mark, and brother, Brent, look over the excavators.

Young Broderick Wellert councils his father, Nate, of Landrick Farms on a bidding strategy for this John Deere 450J LT dozer.

Henry Hughes of Hughes Dairy Farm came to the auction to review the selection of compact track loaders and skid steers.

PRELIMINARY LISTING

BALER, CRUSHERS, etc.

2018 C & C MFG. LLC 580CL HD Car Logger Baler, SN 4C9FB5036J0463524, Dsl., Tri-Axle, 11.0x22.5 Tires, Hr. Meter reads 4457.5; 2011 OVERBUILT Tandem Car Crusher, Cummins Dsl., (Does not take Def), 19’9” Crush Space, Approx. 1100-1200 Hrs.; 1995 MAC Tandem Pull Type Car Crusher, JD Dsl.; AL JON Tandem Car Crusher, Detroit Dsl.; MAC Tandem Car Crusher, Detroit Dsl, PARTS ONLY; GRAVES Car Crusher, Parts Machine

EQUIPMENT, ATTACHMENTS

TEREX TXC340LC-2 Hydraulic Excavator, Doosan Dsl., LaBounty Shear, 31 1/2” Pads, Less than 200 Hrs. on Rebuilt Motor; GRADALL G3WD Rubber Tired Excavator, Dsl., Automatic; HYUNDAI HL760-7A Wheel Loader, SN 1C0410819, Bucket & Forks; GALION 150T

Tandem Truck Crane, Dsl.; Steering, Hr. Meter reads 891; DUNHAM ZC260 Knuckle Boom, SN 180638ZC260, Tandem, Dsl., Pull Type, on Trailer; EAGLE Derimmer Boring Machine, SN 1983510, Kohler Command 13 Gas, Pull Type; SEC Concrete Breaker & Stand; Concrete Breaker & Stand; ALLIED Hammer & Bit; 2002 NYE JCB JC160 Hammer & Bit; Hydraulic Hammer & Bit; YOUNG Grapple, SN 102009; 106” Bucket w/Cutting Blade, fits Wheel Loader; Double Drum Sheepsfoot Roller; 39” Pull Type Roller; Air Compressor, Kawasaki FA 130D Gas, on Single Axle Trailer; CHEMETRON P & H WNG200-B Welder; 10’ Snow Plow for Truck; Lifting Platform; 17’ Conveyor; 100 Gal., 7 ½ HP Air Compressor; 80 Gal. Air Compressor

TRACTORS, etc.

KUBOTA B1700 Wheel Tractor, SN 72602, Dsl., 4x4, Hydrostatic, 60” Deck Power Steering, Hr. Meter reads 891; ALLIS CHALMER WC Wheel Tractor, SN 104220, Gas, Tricycle; INTERNATIONAL SH Wheel Tractor, SN 131895, Gas, Tricycle; Massey Ferguson 50 Wheel Tractor, Gas; Harry Ferguson 30 Wheel Tractor, SN Z129-359462, Gas; INTERNATIONAL 300 Wheel Tractor, SN 360486-R3, Gas; NEW HOLLAND Super Hayliner 68 Square Baler; 89” Double Row Drag Disc;

Ditcher, 3 Pt., PTO Driven; 1000 Gal. Fuel Tank

w/Marathon Pump & Container Box; (2) 1000 Gal. Fuel Tank on Skid; (4) Concrete Culverts, 8’x78”; (6) 7’x53” Concrete Culverts; (2) Rectangle Concrete Culverts, 5’x64”; Plastic Crates

TRUCKS

2011 FREIGHTLINER Tandem Dump Truck, Detroit DD13 Dsl., Eaton Fuller 9 Spd., Lo & Lo-Lo, Hydraulic Hook Ups on Front, Electric Tarp, Odometer reads 58,367; 2008 INTERNATIONAL 7600 SBA 6X4 Work

Star Tandem Dump Truck, Dsl., Eaton Fuller 9 Spd., Lo & Lo-Lo, Hydraulic Hook Ups on Front, No Tarp, Odometer reads 32,931; 2008 INTERNATIONAL Work Star Tandem Dump Truck, Dsl., 9 Spd.,McClain Galion Bed, Odometer reads 66,844; 1988 KENWORTH

W900A Tandem Truck Tractor, Dsl., Eaton Fuller 9 Spd. Road Ranger; INTERNATIONAL Transtar II Tandem

Truck Tractor, Cab Over, Does Not Run; 1988 INTER-

NATIONAL Truck Tractor, Cab Over, Dsl., 13 Spd., DOES NOT RUN; 1969 INTERNATIONAL Transtar

Tandem Truck Tractor, Dsl., Wet Kit, DOES NOT RUN; 1973 PETERBILT Tandem Truck Tractor, Dsl., Manual, Does Not Run; INTERNATIONAL Transtar 4070 Tandem Truck Tractor, Cab Over, Dsl., Does Not Run; 1985 FORD F-700 Cab & Chassis, 5 Spd.; 2013 INTERNATIONAL TerraStar SFA 4x2 Knuckle Boom Truck, MaxiForce Dsl., Automatic; INTERNATIONAL 559544/Transtar 400 Knuckle Boom Truck, Dsl., Winch, DOES NOT RUN; 1998 ADVANCE Tri-Axle Transit Mixer, Dsl., Automatic; 1988 ADVANCE Tri-Axle Transit Mixer, Dsl., Automatic; 1993 GMC 3500HD Drill Truck, Gas, Manual; 1974 DODGE D600 Grain Truck, Gas, Manual

TRAILERS

1996 TALBERT TSD-140KFG-T1 Tandem Step Deck Trailer, 70 Ton Frame, Aluminum Ramps; 2014 HOME

TL Tandem Dump Trailer, 42’x8’, 7’ Sides, Aluminum Wheels; 1999 MONON Tandem Dump Trailer, 40’, 8 1/2’ Deep; SUPERIOR Tandem Dump Trailer, 40’, Side Roll Over Tarp; Dump Trailer, 30’x8’, 5 1/2’ Sides, Steel Bed; 1990 UTILITY FS2CDHE Tandem Scrap Trailer, Step Deck, 40’x92”, 70,000 lb.; 1978 TRANSCRAFT

DTX-20-43 Tandem Scrap Trailer, 50’x8’, 35 Ton; Tandem Scrap Trailer, 46’x8’, 4’ Sides; (2) CEI PACER

Tandem Tanker Trailer, 42’, Steel; 1963 TRAILMOBILE

T8-51-14 Tanker Trailer, 8300 Gal.; 1972 TRAILMOBILE F14S4CCH Tanker Trailer, 8600 Gal.; Tandem Float Trailer, 40’x91”; TRAILMOBILE P31T-OSAI Car Trailer/Scrap, 41’, Roll Over Tarp; 1987 TRANSCRAFT

TL90K-45 Tandem Car Hauler, 44 1/2’, 45 Ton; Wagon, 94”x43”; Box Van Bed, 14’x80”; 22’x8’ Storage Container; UTILIMASTER Box Bed 24 1/2’x8’; US TRUCK BODY Box Bed, 24 1/2’x8’; 1984 FRUEHAUF

F10069-52-48 Tandem Van Trailer, 48’; 1986 TRAILMOBILE Tandem Van Trailer, 53’; 1984 FRUEHAUF

FBX-F2-4 Tandem Van Trailer, 48’; 1985 LUFKIN TFVIP-ST Tandem Van Trailer, 48’; 1984 FRUEHAUF FBXF2-48 Tandem Van Trailer, 48’; 1974 DORSEY Tandem Van Trailer, 40’; FRUEHAUF FB8-F2-40 Tandem Van Trailer, 48’; 1985 LUFKIN TFV-IPST Tandem Van Trailer, 48’; 1972 BROWN 40DVE2-D-H2 Tandem Van Trailer, 40’; 1971 MILLER DFV-16-33-40 Tandem Van Trailer, 40’

CLASSIC TRUCKS, CARS

1991 CHEVROLET 1500 350SS Pickup, Choo Choo Custom, Auto., US Mag Wheels, All Original, Twin Hood Scoops, Bar Graph, Exclusive Sail Panel with Hi Mount Brake Light, GM Approved, Ground Effects, Color Keyed Grill & Bumper Roll Pan, Special 350SS Logos, Deluxe Coach Seat, Hardwood Accents, 25,508 Actual Miles, NICE!; 1965 FORD Mustang GT, 302 Gas, 6 Spd., Convertible, AC, Power Steering, Disc Brakes,“All the Bells & Whistles”, Odometer reads 25,564; 1955 FORD Crown Victoria, 302 Gas, Automatic, Odometer reads 76,726; 1062 MERCURY Comet, 6 Cylinder Gas, 3 on Steering Column, Original Motor, Odometer reads 37,000; 1953 FORD Skyliner Crestline, Gas, Glass Top, 2 Dr., Odometer reads 17,369; 1968 RAMBLER Rebel SST, Gas, 2 Door, Convertible, NO TITLE, Odometer reads 7,653; OLDSMOBILE Custom Cruiser, Gas, Automatic, Leather Interior, Power Windows, Odometer reads 6,855; 1952 AMERICAN LA FRANCE Fire Truck, Gas, Manual, Tapp Motors, #1 Owensboro, Odometer reads 21,549; STUDEBAKER, Gas, 4 Door, Suicide Doors; NO TITLE; 1964 FORD Galaxie 500XL, 390 Gas, 4 Speed, Convertible; 1939 DODGE, No Motor, Frame & Body, Suicide Doors, NO TITLE; RAMBLER Nash AirFlyte, 6 Cyl. Gas, 4 Door, Does Not Run, NO TITLE; CHRYSLER Coupe 2 Door, No Motor, NO TITLE; 1946

For More Information or To Consign Your Equipment Contact: Steven

PLYMOUTH Special Deluxe, 6 Cyl. Suicide Doors, Body #500 A 353006, Does Not Run; RAMBLER Custom, 4 Door, 8 Cyl., Does Not Run; 1957 CHEVROLET, 4 Door, No Motor or Transmission; CHEVROLET Wagon, 8 Cyl. Gas, 4 Door, Does Not Run; 1949 HUDSON Hornet II, 4 Door, Does Not Run, NO TITLE; 1955 Chevrolet Corvair, Monza 900 Coupe, 2 Door, Does Not Run; CHRYSLER New Yorker, Gas, Automatic, 4 Door, Does Not Run; 1984 DODGE Charger, 5 Spd., 2 Door, Does Not Run; 1982 CHEVROLET Custom Deluxe, Automatic, Single Cab Pickup, 5 Liter, 8 Cyl., Does Not Run; STUDEBAKER, Gas, 2 Door; FORD American LaFrance Fire Truck, Gas & More!!!

SIGNS, PIN BALL MACHINES, GAMING MACHINES, MISC

Marathon Double Sided Porcelain Sign; “Old Clutch The Good Beer Double Sided Sign, A. A.W-9.49; Pee Gee Paints Sign; Coca Cola Metal Sign; Conrad American Sign; Falls City Beer Sign; LM Cigarettes Metal Sign; USS Tenneseal Steel Roofing Sign; Kerns Bread Sign; Marathon Sign; Outback Bar & Grill Plastic; View Master 3 Dimensional Metal Sign; Bicentennial “Greyhound” Sign; Pepsi New Old Stock Sign; Gardner Denver Porcelain Sign; Meineke Discount Muffler Sign; Meineke Light Up Exhaust System Explained Sign; & More Signs to be Added! Bally Bonanza Pinball Machine; Bally Ticker Tape Pinball Machine; Bally County Fair Pinball Machine; Bally Beach Time Pinball Machine; (2) Keeney’s Red Arrow Machine; Keeney’s Sweet Shawnee Machine; Bowlers Valet Machine; Roadmaster 15 Speed Gas Powered Bicycle; Aluminum Coca Cola Cooler w/Original Box; Kendall Motor Oil Gas Can; DX Gas Can; Clark Super Motor Oil Can; Sinclair Emerald Auto Oil Can; Wake Up W12 Motor Oil Can; Wagner Brake Fluid Can; Empire State Oil Can; Valvoline Oil Can, (2) Roll Top Desks; Assorted Dressers, Chest of Drawers, Beds & Frames; & More!!!

Terms on Personal Property: Complete Payment Due Day of Sale with Cash or Check. No Debit or Credit Cards. NO BUYER’S PREMIUM! All announcements made day of sale take precedence over any previous advertisements Visit www.bunchbrothers.com to View more pictures!!!

- Joe

Hansen’s SpringAuction Draws Crowds to Four-Day Sale

Hansen Auction Group held its 58th annualfour-daySpringcontractorsale at its facility in Mosinee, Wis., April 27 to 28 and May 1 to 2.

Bidders were able to participate live and onlineasagreatselectionofmachinescrossed the block. Items up for bid included dozers, full-size and mini-excavators, skid steers, lifting equipment, paving equipment and more. For more information, visit hansenauctiongroup.com.  CEG

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A Cat 336DL excavator with Genesis GXP 440R mobile shear was looking for a new home. Ryan Okler of Okler Roofing was interested in this Komatsu D51PX dozer.

These mini-excavators were popular items at Hansen’s 58th annual Spring auction.

(L-R): The Hansen family: Taylor, sales; Bryce, president and CEO; and Chase, sales, are ready to begin the company’s 58th annual Spring auction.

Keith Aho (L) and John Buordemaa, both of Northwoods Logging LLC, were interested in this Case 321F wheel loader.

Merlin Obry (L) of Obry Construction and Norbert Smidel of Smidel Dairy Farm were about to have a look at the excavator lineup.

Eric Domanico (L) of Domanico Trucking and Blake Domanico of Lakeside Landscape and Construction stopped to look at this Ingersoll Rand DD130 roller.

Ray Gonzales (L) and Raul Gonzales, both of Gonzales Landscaping, were looking for excavators at the spring contractor sale.

Jesse Hagen (L) and Tim Hagen posed for a picture with this John Deere 450H LT dozer.

A huge selection of wheel loaders from Caterpillar, Case, John Deere and more were available for bid.

On-Road,ArticTrucksConductPhaseIEarthworkOperations

CROSSING from page 92

“Section 1 is a dynamic project with different types of construction, which includes reconstruction of existing interchanges; new interchangeconstruction;newroadwayconstruction; new bridge construction; bridge rehabilitation; and local corridor improvements. Capabilities and workforce position Ragle to perform the majority of the project with in-house teams.”

Current Section 1 work, both under way and targeted for spring of 2023, includes project corridor clearing, bridge rehabilitation, bridge reconstruction, new bridge construction, ITS-VMS installation, utility relocation, box culvert construction, median construction for future northbound lane and embankment construction on the mainline.

“The project’s main embankment/borrow source are two detention basins located along project right-of-way,” said Ragle. “The west basin is more than 400,000 cubic yards and the east basin is more than 800,000 cubic yards. The project has average hauls over 8,000 linear feet. New alignment will be built outside of existing roadways primarily over existing farm ground. Soils [A-6 Type] are averaging 10 points over optimum in the basins prior to excavation.

“Overall project embankment will be less than 1.5 million cubic yards.Approximately 250,000 cubic yards will be handled with on-road trucks. Approximately 600,000 cubic yards will be handled with off-road articulated trucks. Approximately 650,000 cubic yards will be a cut/balance performed with dozers and tractor/pans. To date, approximately 400,000 cubic yards of embankment has been constructed, with a total material handled of 550,000 cubic yards [topsoil, future stockpiles and waste].”

As for construction milestones in Section

1, said Ragle, “The first traffic shift on U.S. 41 [to temporary pavement] allows constructiontobeginforthenewalignmentportion for northbound I-69 near the future U.S. 41 interchange, median construction for the future northbound I-69 at KY351 interchange, rehabilitation efforts to the roadway and widening and bridge improvements on existing U.S. 41 for the southern portion of the project.

“The west and east detention basins are expected to be excavated and dressed by the end of this year, with more than 200 acres and nearly 1.2 million cubic yards of excavated material for embankment. In summer

2024,theU.S.41interchangeshouldopento traffic. By 2025, we expect to have the KY 351 interchange upgraded with new twin structures carrying I-69 over KY 351. By late 2025, the U.S. 60 interchange also is expected to be open to traffic.”

Ragle said the main impact from weather involves detention basins.

“Rain and saturated soil conditions will carry major impacts to embankment construction. During the winter months, limited work at the structures has continued when possible. The weather during 2022 was favorable to the embankment construction efforts. Due to the unusually dry summer and fall, crews were able to excavate the west basin to nearly 100 percent while constructing fill in the most difficult portion of thecorridor.Twomajorprojectrisksarenow minimizedduetothefavorableweatherconditions in late 2022.”

Crews are using a mix of primarily Cat and John Deere equipment. A minimum of fourCat745sarticulatedtrucksarealwaysin use, with that number expected to increase. John Deere tractors with Deere 2412 pans are set up as single pan units. Dozers onsite are a blend of Cat D6Rs, Cat D6Ts and Cat D6N, as well as John Deere 850Js and 850Ls.ThegraderonsiteisaCat140Mwith GPS capabilities. Excavators are a combination of Cat and John Deere units. GPS systems are Trimble.

Materials needed on the job include concrete, aggregates, asphalt, rebar, CMP/RCP pipe, precast storm structures, lighting (Highway/Architectural) and ITS

Equipment (CCTV and VMS). Project settlementislikelythemostsignificantelement on the project when it comes to time.Asettlement of nearly nine months is anticipated in some larger embankments (more than 30 ft.). Crews are working to overcome any supply chain issues and potential delays on that front.

For Deason, being part of such a transformational project is extremely satisfying.

“Not a lot of people have the opportunity tobepartofaprojectthatwillnotonlytransform a community, but also improve the region,” said Deason. “This is a project that local supporters have championed for decades.Toserveasprojectmanagerandsee the earth being moved and future bridges under construction is pretty awe-inspiring. Wehaveafantasticteaminplaceandalotof progress has been made. We’re excited to buildtheKentuckyapproachthatwillleadto the new Ohio River bridge.”

The work, she added, is both humbling and rewarding.

“Ourteamishelpingbuildaprojectthatis already bringing economic opportunities to the area. To see that play out over the next years and decades will be very exciting. On a personal note, I have three young daughters—theyoungestwhowasbornafterconstruction started on ORX Section 1. I’m looking forward to driving up to and across the new Ohio River bridge and letting my daughters know their mom helped build this.” 

CEG

I-69 Ohio River Crossing photo

Approximately 250,000 cu. yds. of dirt will be handled with on-road trucks; approximately 600,000 cu. yds. with off-road articulated trucks; and approximately 650,000 cu. yds. will be a cut/balance performed with dozers and tractor/pans.

I-69 Ohio River Crossing photo

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Indiana Department of Transportation (IDOT) are building the I-69 Ohio River Crossing (I-69 ORX), which will improve long-term cross-river mobility, reduce congestion and improve safety.

Business Calendar

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Address: 224 W. Central Parkway, Suite 1024 Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

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 Construction Supervision Fundamentals (Https://training.agc.org/course/vcsf230501/)

Date: Monday, May 15, 2023 – 9:00 AM – Friday, May 19, 2023 –5:00 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Construction Supervision Fundamentals (Https://training.agc.org/course/vcsf230601/)

Date: Monday, June 5, 2023 – 1:30 PM – Monday, June 19, 2023 –6:30 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd edition (https://training.agc.org/course/vlea230701/)

Date: Mon, July 10, 2023 – 11 AM – Wed, July 26, 2023 – 3 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vpmd230701/)

Date: Wed, July 12, 2023 – 9 AM – Fri, July 28, 2023 – 2 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/project-manager-development-program/)

Date: Mon, August 14, 2023 – 9 AM – Fri, August 18, 2023 – 5 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL

Training/Professional Development

For further information, contact AGC: Phone: 703/548-3118

Email: info@agc.org

]ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN CONTRACTORS (AWC)

Our Mission: The Association of Women Contractors provides advocacy, collaboration, and industry leadership to support and enrich women-owned companies in the construction industry.

• May Newcomer Luncheon

Phone:651/189-2221

Date: Friday, May 19, 2023 (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM)

Place: Burger Moe’s 242 7th Street W, St. Paul, MN 55102

This (FREE) event will give you the opportunity to learn more about the benefits of AWC membership, meet AWC staff, board members and each other! Please note: This event is reserved for new AWC Members who have not yet attended a Newcomer event. As well as potential members who are interested in learning more about AWC.

• AWC Scholarship Fundraiser Golf Event

Date: Friday, June 16, 2023 – 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CDT)

Place: Majestic Oaks Golf Course 701 Bunker Lake Boulevard NE Ham Lake/Blaine, MN 55304

About AWC Scholarships

At the Association of Women Contractors, we believe that our future women business owners start out in the industry in the field, in trades and managing projects. With the mission to drive equity in the construction industry, each year we offer financial support in the form of scholarships to female students and apprentices who are pursuing careers in the construction industry. Through these scholarships, we aim to assist recipients in affording their education, connecting with members, and developing a strong support system. AWC provides two (2) types of scholarships for outstanding

FEMALES: Academic and Apprentice.

Fundraiser Golf Event

We hope you can join us for our annual Scholarship Fundraiser Golf Event on Friday, June 16, 2023, at the Majestic Oaks Golf Club. This event fills up quickly, so get registered soon! All recipients are encouraged to attend the Award Ceremony and to help with assistance at our Fundraiser Golf Event.

For more information, contact AWC: Phone: 651/489-2221.

MINNESOTA SUBCONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION (MSA)

Founded in 1992, the Minnesota Subcontractors Association (MSA) is a nonprofit trade association representing construction industry specialty contractors and suppliers. MSA is the only association that concentrates on the business issues affecting all subcontractors and suppliers with a focus on safety, education and legislation reform.

• General Contractor Partnership Awards

Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023 (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM)

Place: Frattalone Companies

3205 Spruce Street, St. Paul, MN 55117

Join us for game day on Thursday, May 18! Come tailgate with fellow construction professionals as we honor companies and individuals at MSA’s General Contractor Partnership Awards. These awards recognize General Contractors who best represent teamwork, opportunities, and partnership with subcontractors. Wear your favorite sports team jersey, enjoy local food & games for the whole family and most importantly have FUN! To learn more, visit https://www.msamn.com/MSA/Awards/

Questions? Contact Lisa Houts at (952) 270-3645 or events@msamn.com

AMERICAN COUNCIL of ENGINEERING COMPANIES (ACEC)

The ACEC is the oldest and largest business association of engineering companies.

• 2023 Annual Convention and Legislative Summit

Dates: Sunday, June 11, 2023, to Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Place: Grand Hyatt 1000 H Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001

Description: Registration is now Open!

Join your peers in this three-day event and leave armed with the political intelligence and added insight you need to make informed decisions about your strategic priorities in a changing economy.

• 2023 Engineering Excellence Awards Gala Evening

Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Times: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Place: Grand Hyatt 1000 H Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001

Description: Join ACEC for the 2023 Engineering Excellence Awards Gala – the “Academy Awards” of the engineering industry – which recognizes the finest engineering achievements from throughout the world.

For more information on the ACEC 2023 Annual Convention and Legislative Summit and 2023 Engineering Excellence Awards Gala Evening, contact: American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC): 2200 Renaissance Boulevard, Ste. 260, King of Prussia, PA 19406 Phone: 484/919-1242

AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE (ACI)

Always advancing – The American Concrete Institute is a leading global authority for the development, dissemination, and adoption of its consensus-based standards, technical resources, and educational, training and certification programs. Founded in 1904, ACI is headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

• 71st BOAF Annual Education & Trade Expo – BOAF 2023

Dates: June 11 – June 15, 2023

Start Time:9:00 AM EST

End Time: 5:00 PM EST

Place: Renaissance Orlando at Sea World 6677 Sea Harbor Drive • Orlando, FL USA

Sponsor(s): Building Officials Association of Florida

Description:

The BOAF 2023 Annual Conference & Expo promises to be an exceptional experience, providing you with the face-to-face experience that so many of us are ready to get back to. This is the premier conference for code compliance and building industry professionals. Whether you are overseeing a department, bringing new hires up-to-speed, taking on new duties, or juggling multiple responsibilities, there are education sessions and networking opportunities that will help you find the solutions you need. For more information, contact:

American Concrete Institute, 38800 Country Club Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48331. http://concrete.org/codeadvocacy

Email: steve.szoke@concrete.org Phone: 248/848-3147

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA, INC. (AGC)

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) is the leading association for the construction industry. AGC represents more than 27,000 firms, including over 6,500 of America’s leading general contractors, and over 9,000 specialty-contracting firms. More than 10,500 service providers and suppliers are also associated with AGC, all through a nationwide network of chapters.

• AGC’s Federal Contractors Conference https://fedcon.agc.org

Dates: June 12 – 14, 2023

Place: The Ritz-Carlton 1150 22nd Street, NW • Washington, D.C. 20037

Phone: 202/835-0500

Description: AGC’s Federal Contractors Conference connects construction industry leaders and their federal agency counterparts for a candid dialogue about direct business impacts happening in real-time.

What to Expect at this year’s Conference?

The AGC’s Federal Contractors Conference includes several federal construction agency sessions where a host of topics are discussed with a particular agency. Many of those sessions will touch upon topics such as:

. Implementation of new executive orders and regulations.

. Multiple Award Contracts.

. Public-Private Partnerships.

. Design-Build.

. Building Information Modeling (BIM).

. Past Performance Evaluations.

. Responses to pre- and post–award requests for information.

. Partnering.

. Change order delays.

. Permitting delays.

. Small business.

. Sustainability and Green Design and Construction.

. Safety.

. Bonding.

. Electronic bidding.

. Employing technology to benefit contractor-owner project communication. For more information on AGC’s Federal Contractors Conference, contact: The Associated General Contractors of America, Inc., 2300 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22201. General Inquiries: 703/548-3118. Main Office Fax: 703/842-8817

Email: info@agc.org.

NATIONAL ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION (NAPA)

NAPA 2023 MIDYEAR MEETING

Dates: July 9 – 12, 2023

Location: Loews Kansas City Hotel 1515 Wyandotte Street • Kansas City, MO 64108 Phone: 816/897-7070

The NAPA Midyear Meeting is three comprehensive days of committee meetings and educational sessions focused on advancing the asphalt pavement industry. Throughout this meeting, NAPA leadership gathers input, makes decisions, and reaffirms the strategic direction of our industry, members, and stakeholders.

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Dawes Rigging & Crane Earns SC&RALongevityAward

Seventy-five years ago, the organization that would become the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA)was born, and Dawes Rigging and Crane Rental, a member of the ALL Family of Companies, was there as one of eight charter members.

Dawes has been formally recognized for this, earning its 75-year longevity award. In addition, the branch was honored with safety awards for crane operation and transport.

The beginnings of SC&RAreach back to 1947, when it was founded as part of the Local Cartage National Conference (LCNC) of the American Trucking Associations (ATA). The following year, the Heavy Haulers, Machinery Movers and Erectors Section of the LCNC(theprecursortoSC&RA)wasformed,withDawes and seven other companies participating. Today, membership tops 1,400 companies located in nearly 50 countries.

Dawes general manager Steve Freckmann is a longtime believer in the value of SC&RA, including a decade and a halfservingonvariouscommittees,withachairmanshipon the Crane & Rigging Group, and a three-year term on the board of directors. He currently serves on the Crane & Rigging Group Labor Committee.

“From the networking opportunities SC&RA provides, to ongoing programming, to legislative and regulatory advocacy at the state and federal levels, no other organization has done more to advance our industry,” said Freckmann.

“It is truly the central hub of information and action that moves all of us in this business forward.”

In addition to the monumental longevity award, 14

DawescraneoperatorsreceivedtheOperatorSafetyAward, recognizing 10,000 hours without an accident or incident. Driver Karl Jablonski earned the Driver Safety Award for his own 10,000-hour safety achievement. These individual safety awards have become a regular occurrence for Dawes team members when SC&RAhands out the annual honors.

“Safety is an investment in your future,” said Freckmann.“Theemployeeswhowinthisawardareproud of the national recognition they receive for their accomplishments. It strengthens their safety awareness and drive towanttowinthehonoragain.Neweroperatorsanddrivers see the vests, the patches and the recognition winners earn, and they want to earn that, too.” 

Experts Consider BIM Critical Component ofAEC Industry

as the potential hazards they may come across.

Finally, BIM enables architecture, engineering and construction professionals to standardize and prefabricate components and materials in a controlled environment.

“This contrasts with the traditional way of doing things on site, which is often unpredictable and chaotic,” said Stephen. “In a digital environment, engineers can accurately assess each element to make sure it is safe andsuitableforuseintheactualconstruction process.”

Experts consider BIM a critical component of the modern AEC industry’s innovationandeventualtransitionintoafourthrevolution, said Stephen.

“Its capabilities are a significant upgrade from decades past, when professionals would rely on multiple physical plans and tools throughout the building process.”

Other Technologies Gaining Ground

Beyond BIM and automation, self-repairing materials, drones, virtual reality and sustainability are at play in the “coolest” construction technologies in use today.

Trimble believes that self-healing building materials such as concrete made from fungi “might not be as farfetched as it sounds.”

In the company’s Viewpoint blog, Charity Heller wrote that technologies are in fact being developed using bacterialorenzymestocreateself-healing concrete.

Synthetic building material can strength and grow itself, “meaning stronger and more durable structures, and longer time in between maintenance,” wrote Heller.

With augmented and virtual reality tools, workers are able to accurately test out designs, plan projects and create 3D models of their build specs.

“The virtual environment helps construction professionals undertake complex engineering tasks with stunning visuals, a wider rangeofmaterialsandcollaborativeworking options,”saidHeller.“Augmentedandvirtual reality tools are starting to replace traditional methods like paper blueprints with interactive visualizations.”

This in turn allows for deeper exploration of the project, leading to better results and a great deal of saved time, she said.

“Therefore, virtual reality tools are

becoming essential for architects and construction workers to make sure their work is planned out correctly.”

Hellersaidwhat’snewindataautomation is the huge volume of construction data being collected.

“More importantly, turning all that data intoactionableinformationthatcanaccessed by the right people,” she said.

Cloud-based construction technology delivers connected, role-based information to different construction teams.

The teams may be in different locations and need different levels of access and types of information. The cloud can facilitate the sharing process.

Sustainability has been top of mind for many construction companies for a while now. Many of the cool technologies Heller discussed have the additional benefit of advancing sustainability, she said.

“But there are many new technologies that make it easier to reduce emissions, waste and use fewer resources and less energy.” Solar panels, for example, generate power, reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Biodegradable materials at play now include cork, bamboo and mycelium. Use of low-carbon cross-laminated timber is set to more than triple by 2030.

And, noted Heller, prefabrication and modular building materials continue to lessen the environmental impact of the construction site.

“It’s an exciting time to be looking ahead at construction technology, even if hovercars are still a few years away.”  CEG

Dawes earned its 75-year longevity award from SC&RA. In addition, the branch was honored with safety awards for crane operation and transport.

AI is being used to process project data, manage resources including budgets, materials and energy, and automate processes to free up time for other tasks.

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