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FEATURES

HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT COMPANY HOLDS 90TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT

When customers visit any of Highway Equipment Company’s locations, they’ll likely see a sign posted with an abbreviated version of the company’s mission statement; Solution Partners, Urgent About Uptime and A Joy to Work With.

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MCCOY HOSTS OPEN HOUSE AT FACILITY IN CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO.

McCoy Construction and Forestry hosted an open house and customer appreciation day on May 18 at its Cape Girardeau, Mo., facility. More than 450 people were on hand.

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DESIGNING YOUR OWN CUSTOM WRAPS FOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT

Dirty Graphix, a company specializing in custom vinyl wraps for heavy equipment, provides companies with unique branding and equipment protection solutions.

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SKILLSUSA COMPETITION COMES TO LEADERSHIP, SKILLS CONFERENCE

SkillsUSA recently held its 59th annual National Leadership & Skills Conference and TECHSPO Expo. An estimated 15,000 attendees from 650 national corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions participated.

22 KIRBY-SMITH NAMES PHILLIPS AS NEW GENERAL MANAGER, PIPELINE GOUP

Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. promoted Kris Phillips as its new general manager, Pipeline Group. He will be supporting the equipment needs of pipeline contactors operating in the mainline, regional and local pipeline construction industries.

24 EQUIP EXPO FEATURES INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGY, DRONE ZONE

Smart lawns and landscape lighting? Autonomous mowers? Drone and artificial intelligence-aided landscaping designs? It’s all at Equip Expo, which is being held Oct. 17 to 20, 2023, at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC).

26 MAVERICK ENVIRONMENTAL MERGES WITH GRAND EQUIPMENT CO.

Maverick Environmental Equipment announced it has taken a new and exciting step forward in the development of its business and ability to service customers and grow together with them across all business areas.

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OMAHA

TRACK ADDS THUNDER CREEK EQUIPMENT TO ITS NEW SALES LINEUP

Omaha Track, an Omaha, Neb.-based railroad materials, services and equipment provider, has added the Thunder Creek Equipment line of fuel, field service and fleet management solutions to its new equipment sales lineup.

48 AMANDA GAMMON APPOINTED LBX CO. DIR. OF OPERATIONS, ADMINISTRATION

Amanda Gammon is promoted to director of operations and administration after more than 16 years with LBX Company. Gammon has proven her talent and capabilities as a contributor and as a leader over the last several years.

53 FECON TO HOLD AUCTION FOR CHILDREN OF FALLEN PATRIOTS

Fecon LLC, a global manufacturer of heavy-duty site preparation attachments and forestry accessories, will auction off a Bull Hog mulcher attachment to raise funds for Children of Fallen Patriots.

58 ALTORFER RENTS JOINS MAGNI’S DEALER NETWORK

Magni Telescopic Handlers announced Altorfer Rents is now part of the Magni dealer network. Altorfer’s addition will bring Magni's full line of telehandlers to Altorfer’s rental customers in Illinois, eastern Missouri, Iowa and Indiana.

64 XL SPECIALIZED THANKS CUSTOMERS AS IT UNVEILS NEW FACILITY

On June 7, XL Specialized Trailers held an open house at its new facility in Manchester, Iowa. The event highlighted the completion of a 50,000-sq.-ft. expansion, the unveiling of a new facility and the completion of remodeing.

66 VOLVO TRUCKS, UMN TEAM UP FOR EXTREME WEATHER TESTING

Volvo Trucks North America is working with the University of Minnesota (UMN) to conduct extreme weather testing for its Class 8 VNR Electric model to analyze the impact of ambient temperature on a truck’s battery life.

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78 RES AUCTION SERVICES HOLDS EQUIPMENT SALE IN WOOSTER, OHIO

RES Auction Services held a live and online construction and farm equipment auction at the company’s headquarters location in Wooster, Ohio, on June 27. The company’s next auction is scheduled for Sept. 2.

AGGREGATE PRODUCTION & RECYCLING SECTION

27 MIDDLE RIVER MARINE TAKES DELIVERY OF LIEBHERR LH110

32 METSO TO ACQUIRE AB A HÄGGBLOM OY TO EXPAND OFFERING

32 TESAB EXPANDS PRESENCE IN MICH., OHIO MARKETS WITH MAVERICK

36 SOOSAN AMERICA TAKES ROCK COMMANDER TO NEXT LEVEL

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DEPARTMENTS EQUIPMENT

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Call or write for advertising rates, publication schedule and media kit. The Construction Equipment Guide is not responsible for clerical or printer's errors, every care is taken to avoid mistakes. Photographs of equipment used in advertisements are not necessarily actual photographs of the specific machine. Similar photographs are used occasionally and every effort is taken to depict the actual equipment advertised. The right is reserved to reject any advertising.

2015 KOMATSU PC228USLC-10 $149,500 STK# KM2021516, 4061 HRS, ESCANABA, MI

2018

COROPS, 18” Bucket, Hyd Thumb, Aux Hydraulics $34,900

2018 Case CX57C, 2377 Hours, S/N HHKHMC11PJ0000477, Cab w/ Heat & AC, Travel Alarm, 2-way Aux Joystick Proportional, Rear Aux Work Lights, Rubber Tracks 400mm, KLAC Coupler, 24" Bucket w/ 5 Smart Fit Teeth, Hyd Thumb, New Tracks..............................................$59,900

2019 Case TV450, S/N NKM471169, 580 Hrs, OROPS/With side glass, no door, Good Tracks, 84” GP Bucket, Aux Hyd $69,900

2016 Case 650M WT, S/N JJGN650MHJC100624, 631 Hours, Cab/Air, PAT Blade, New U/C $122,500

2020 Case CX37C, S/N NZLN57032, 236 Hours, Cab/Air, Aux/Hyd, Hyd Thumb $59,900

2019 Case TV450, S/N NJM453706, 1214 Hours, Cab/Air, High Flow, 2 Speed, E-H Controls, Hyd Coupler, 84” GP Bucket, Just Serviced..........................................$74,900

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

MANITOWOC 11000-1 – (‘19), C003846...$CALL GROVE RT880E – (’14), EROPS, 4,018 hrs, C000895...$389,000

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

ROLLERS

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

EXCAVATORS

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.

CRUSHING AND SCREENING

GROVE RT650E, (’14) 50-Ton, Tier 4, 105’ Boom, 51’ Jib, #C001600 $319,000 GROVE RT765E-2, (’14), 65-Ton, 110’ Boom, 56’ Jib, 2831 Hrs, #C001601

GROVE RT880E, (‘13) 80 Ton Lift Capacity, #C000895

LOADERS AND EXCAVATORS:

BROOMS MILLING MACHINES

- ’20, approx.. 850 hrs. AC, side shift, #C002327 $63,700

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

BOMAG BM600 - ‘16, 565 Hrs, 24” Drum, Load Out Conveyor $174,000

BOMAG BM1200/35 - ‘15, 1150 Hrs, 4’ Drum, 3’ Also Available, Front Conveyor, #C000846 $298,000

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

PAVERS / ROAD WIDENERS

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.

LIEBHERR L550, (‘14), Liebherr diesel, stepless hydrostatic travel drive , traction & ride control systems,, Michelin XHA 23.5R25EM (L3) radial tires, enclosed ROPS cab with a/c 3.92 yard gen purpose bucket. Quick coupler, #C001328

$174,118

LIEBHERR L550 XPOWER, (‘18), an innovative machine concept which combines performance, fuel efficiency, robustness and comfort. With their power split driveline, XPower wheel loaders work with the greatest level of efficiency in all applications, #C003574

$208,947

LIEBHERR L550 XPOWER, (’17), an innovative machine concept which combines performance, fuel efficiency, robustness and comfort. With their power split driveline, XPower wheel loaders work with the greatest level of efficiency in all applications, #C003118 $169,900

LIEBHERR L550, (‘11), 6732 Hours, #C005016 $65,900

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

LIEBHERR R936 LC, (’19), EROPS w/ AC & Heat, auto lube, rear camera, 54” bucket, #C004148 $CALL SAKAI SW354, (’18), #C003395 $CALL

HighwayEquipmentCompanyHolds90thAnniversaryEvent

When customers visit any of Highway Equipment Company’s seven locations, they’ll likely see a sign posted with an abbreviated version of the company’s mission statement; Solution Partners,UrgentAboutUptime,andAJoyto Work With.

While the signs are relatively new, the philosophy has been the driving force behindthecompany’scontinuedsuccessand growth since its doors first opened 90 years ago.

Highway Equipment Company celebrated its 90th anniversary with a two-day open house event at its headquarters location in Zelienople, Pa., on June 2 and 3, 2023. The family-friendly event served to thank the dealership’s loyal customers and dedicated employees while showcasing the dealership’s equipment lines. Visitors were invited to visit with Highway Equipment

Company’s sales, service and administrative personnel and meet with manufacturer representatives from the dealership’s many equipment lines.

Those wishing to get a hands-on experience operating some of the equipment were encouraged to visit the demonstration area set up in the back portion of the property. The “Take Your Child to Work” portion of the event provided entertainment for children with face painting and a play area complete with toy construction equipment. A hearty lunch was available for all in attendance.

Established by Daniel “Lee” Reynolds Sr. in 1933, the company is now in its third generation of family ownership and management with Lee Reynold’s grand-

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Joan Reynolds, wife of former Highway Equipment Company CEO and chairman, Dan Reynolds, joined her son and current president, Thom Reynolds, to welcome attendees to the event.

(L-R): Bell Trucks America’s Neville Paynter, Taylor Rickett and Robin Pett were on hand with a strong presence at the open house event.

Highway Equipment Company’s Sean Gato provides Michael Beitner Contracting’s Dylon Snell (in cab) with some tips on operating this Hyundai HX130A LCR excavator in the demo area.

Topcon Solutions’ Cory Mason looks over this Kobelco SK300LC excavator with son, Peter, in the demo area.

Kobelco COO and vice president, Jack Fendrick, greets visitors at Highway Equipment Company’s 90th anniversary celebration event.

The Highway Equipment Company team was presented with an award in appreciation of the company’s 15 years as an authorized Hyundai dealer by Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas President, Stan Park, at the 90th anniversary celebration. see

SN B6600170, 2430 HOURS $74,900

2019 CATEREPILLAR 289DXPS, ID# 9CR6936, SN TAW13448, 2078 HOURS $62,800

2018 CATERPILLAR 300.9D, ID# 9CR6795, SN LJ201187, 650 HOURS............................$21,900

2021 CATERPILLAR 302.7D, ID# 2CR8080, SN LJ702260, 222 HOURS $43,700

2017 CATERPILLAR 420F2IT, ID# 8CR6701, SN HWD01479, 2713 HOURS $94,400

2019 BOBCAT T770, ID# VGU0176, SN AT6322893, 2691 HOURS $59,800

2014 CATERPILLAR 308E2CRSBL, ID# 2CR8257, SN FJX00548, 2109 HOURS $86,590

The Bobcat® L23 small articulated loader is small enough to fit in small lots, backyards and other tight jobsites.

New 15-ton E145, Bobcat’s Largest Excavator in Stock with full line of all Bobcat Excavators on site and ready to rent or own. Huge inventory of Construction and Equipment

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JD 1050K, 3 Shank Ripper, 156” Semi U, Warranty, #249082..................$399,002

JD 550K, Cab, A/C, LGP, 24” Shoes, 6 Way 124” Blade, #262482..................$139,000

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 $159,502

JD 130G, A/C, HYD Thumb, Aux Hydraulics, 9’11” Arm, 24” Pads, #261469..$132,502

BOMAG BW177, OROPS, 66” Smooth Drum Roller, #250889....................$66,500

NPK Hammers, All Sizes for All Makes. Inspected and Well Maintained, GH4 –GH18

JD 772G, CAB, A/C, 14' MB, 14.00 TIRES, FRONT SCARIFIER, #247558............$159,902

JD 250G, A/C, 9’9” Arm, 28” Shoes, Warranty, #249661 $172,502

JD 550K, OROPS, XLT, 18” Shoes, Ripper, 6 Way 105” Blade, #261168 ........$79,902

JD 950K, A/C, SMARTGRADE, LGP 30", PAT 184"BLADE, RIPPER, WARRANTY, #250253 $539,002

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

JD 380GLC, A/C, 72’ Long Front, 32” Shoes, Warranty, #248585..................$259,002

JD 750K, 2017, Cab, A/C, Smartgrade, LGP, 156” 6 Way Blade, #251152 $218,002

JD 770G, Cab, A/C, 14’ M.B., 14.00 Tires, #247935 ................................$134,502

JD 135G, A/C, 9'11" ARM, REDUCED TURN, 24" SHOES, #249203....................$99,000

JD 290GLC, A/C, Coupler, 10’2” Arm, 32” Shoes, New Reman Engine, #250559 ........ $159,002

JD 350G, CAB, A/C, AUX HYD, COUPLER, 13’1” ARM, 32” SHOES, #237479 ............ $149,002

JD 670B, Cab, A/C, 12’ M.B., Radio, Front Lift Group, #261582....................$49,902

JD 160G, A/C, AUX HYD, COUPLER, 24" PADS, 10'2" ARM, Warranty, #250419 $146,002

McCoy Hosts Open House at Facility in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

McCoy Construction and Forestry hosted an open house and customer appreciation day on May 18 at its Cape Girardeau, Mo., facility. More than 450 people were on hand, including law enforcement from Cape Girardeau and Melissa Gray from the Missouri Forest ProductsAssociation. In addition to exploring the new and used inventory in the yard, special discounts were available for attendees. Customers also were invited to experience the construction grading technology of a John Deere 750Ldozer in the Ride-N-Drive area; meet dedicated sales staff, technicians and support staff of McCoy Construction & Forestry; ride hayrides; and enjoy pizza, chicken and burgers. Many prizes — including McCoy Construction & Forestry swag — were given out.

Melissa Gray of the Missouri Forest Products Association (MFPA) was on hand. MFPAis dedicatedtoservingandpromotingtheforestproductsindustry of Missouri. Founded in 1970, MFPA has more

than 300 members representing primary and secondary wood industry, supplier and service industries, loggersandlandowners.MFPAadvocatessustainable management and sound stewardship of Missouri’s forests to benefit current and future generations.

“It was a great day for all our customers and McCoy employees to interact and cultivate the strong relationships,” said Ted Haertling, general manager. “The McCoy staff truly enjoyed the time spent with everyone and we are very proud of the entire group. We thank our customers for the amazing turn out. This is just another token to the dedication the MCF team has every day. We continue to invest in our future to support our every growing customer needs. We look forward to next year’s event and truly thank our customers for the partnership throughout the year.”

For more information, visit mccoycf.com. 

(All photographs in this article are courtesy of McCoy Construction and Forestry.)

Cape store receptionist Shanna Beaton with friends enjoying a hayride through the machine displays.

The hard-working crew of Fronabarger Concreters enjoy lunch.

Customer Zeb Marquis wins the custom Yeti cooler.

McCoy Construction and Forestry hosted an open house and customer appreciation day on May 18 at its Cape Girardeau, Mo., facility.

Wood fired brick oven pizza on the menu.

The Cape service team includes (L-R) Dylan Schmelze, Mason Davis, Dwayne Winschel, Doug Allen, Greg McCoy (owner), Jon Macke and Kory Mouser.

Employees catch up with customers. (LR) are Ryan Sedgwick, Jeff Herkert, Greg McCoy, Danny Dumey Jr. and Bobby Drury.

DesigningYour Own Custom Wraps for Heavy Equipment

Dirty Graphix, a company specializing in custom vinyl wraps for heavy equipment, provides companies with unique branding and equipment protection solutions. While the concept of wrapping equipment is certainly not new, the way in which Dirty Graphix operates, and the product and experience it provides customers, is an industry first, according to the company.

History of Dirty Graphix

Dirty Graphix was founded by Ty Ciolkosz, in 2021.After owning and operat-

more than 20 years, his entrepreneurial spirit and passion for the industry pushed him in a new direction — custom heavy equipment wraps.

“I know firsthand the vital role branding plays in maintaining a successful business,” said Ciolkosz. “Where some might see this aspect of owning a business as a challenge, I saw an opportunity to take my company to the next level. I began wrapping my own equipment, and quickly realized the value it brought to my bottom line.”

Based in Minnesota, Ciolkosz has built a team to handle the day-to-day operations,

and worldwide shipping. While Dirty Graphixisrelativelynewtotheheavyequipment industry, it is evolving. Dirty Graphix currently makes equipment wrap kits for skid steers, mini-excavators and mini-skids for a variety of makes and models.

What Sets Dirty Graphix Apart

Dirty Graphix sets itself apart in several ways.The material used for its wraps is four times thicker than average wrap material. Ciolkoszchoseamaterialthatis16millimeters thick and is designed to hold up in rugged conditions.

Dirty Graphix wraps are made to be installed by anyone. There is no need to have a wrap installed by a professional. Wrapkitscomeinpiecesthatarepre-cutto fit the customer’s exact machine, and with an installation guide. This allows customers to purchase wraps online and have them shipped to anywhere in the world.

Dirty Graphix is the only wrap company for heavy equipment where customers can design their wrap online, according to the company. Customers select the make and model of equipment, choose one of themanyfullycustomizablestockdesigns and use the Dirty Graphix online customizer to make it their own.

The online customizer allows customers to change all colors within the design; add and place logos and custom text; and upload personal logos and designate their placement. Additionally, customers have a variety of coverage and finish options.

All changes are seen in real time.

Once a customer places an order, they receive a mockup of their wrap. This gives the customer a chance to make any final adjustments. Customers will then receive their wrap within 10 to 14 business days of placing the order.

This gives equipment owners an opportunity to increase their brand visibility and attract new business. Being able to carry over branding right onto the piece of equipment is effective.

Troy Hunt of Excavate WithApex details the impact his wrap has had in just a few short months.

“I am shocked at the number of conversations the wrap has stirred up,” said Hunt. “I’vehadpeoplestopatgaspumps,jobsites, in traffic as out the window about the wrap and my machine. That has now led to conversations resulting in paid jobs. I am a big fanofmodifyinganythingIpossess,andthis wraphasbeentheperfectproducttoseparate meandshowcasemyindividualstyle.Itprotects the factory paint while doubling as a moving advertisement.”

Overcoming Obstacles

When Ciolkosz first started Dirty Graphix, he knew there would be many challenges. He knew that the concepts behind Dirty Graphix have not been tackled see WRAPS page 44

Dirty Graphix photo

Custom SANY excavator wrap for The Diesel Brothers and Sparks Motor Company featured at ConExpo 2023.

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Custom ASV forestry wrap for Clean Cut Outdoors.

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Matching equipment wraps for Sanco Equipment’s rental fleet.

Dirty Graphix photo Ty Ciolkosz, owner/president of Dirty Graphix.

Cab/AC, Long Arm, 32" Pads, Aux. Hyd., Coupler, Bucket, 4231 Hrs $159,000

2016 JOHN DEERE 300G LC

Stk #U352160, Cab.AC, 4x4, Extendahoe, Pilots, Aux. Hydraulics, 18" Bucket, 4569 Hrs $72,000

2019 JOHN DEERE 310SL HL

Stk #C98555, Cab/AC, Long Arm, 32" Pads, Coupler, Bucket, 2984 Hours $149,000

2016 HITACHI ZX250

Stk #C00039-1, Walk Behind, Smart Sweep, 435 Hrs $29,500

2020 VERMEER SC382

Stk #C99197, Cab/AC, Long Arm, Wide Pads, Aux. Hyd., Hyd. Thumb, Bucket, 2235 Hrs $109,000

2015 CASE CX160

Stk #U195974, ROPS, 4x4, Pilots, Aux. Hyds, Extendahoe, 18" Bucket, 5354 Hrs $39,000

2011 JOHN DEERE 310SJ

Stk #U470753, Cab/AC, 12'10" Arm Wide Pads, Aux. Hyd., Coupler, Bucket, 7905 Hrs $119,000

2014 JOHN DEERE 470G LC

Stk #U348573, 2739 Hrs, ROPS, 4x4, Pilot Controls, Extendahoe, 18" Bucket $69,000

2019 JOHN DEERE 310SL HL

COMPACTORS CRANES

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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BUCKETS

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FORKS

(8) IT28F/G Forks, Balderson qc, 48"-60" pallet style, excellent . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Others Available Call

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SkillsUSACompetitionComestoAtlanta atAnnualLeadership,SkillsConference

SkillsUSA held its 59th annual National Leadership & Skills Conference and TECHSPO Expo June 19-23, 2023, inAtlanta, Ga.

Anestimated15,000students,teachers,education leadersandrepresentativesfrom650nationalcorporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions participated. The conference is designed to providestudentswithcareerandtechnicaleducation.

The annual SkillsUSAChampionships portion of the event consisted of 110 hands-on skill and leadership competitions.

The conference provides students, their families andindustryprofessionalstomeetanddiscusscareer opportunities.

“The interesting part of this event is that the students competing have brought their families here, so we’regettingengagementfromtheyoungerindividualsthathaveoperatedthisequipmentorsimulators, as well as their family members, too,” said Mark Wallace of Gregory Poole Equipment, based in Raleigh, N.C. “Not only are the students doing their tests, learning and competing, the parents are seeing the passion of their kids for particular skills in our industry.”

Chris Dysart of BuildingPoints Southeast, based in Charlotte, N.C., was at the Trimble exhibit working non-stop with SkillsUSA competitors and their families providing information onTrimble construction management technology. Dysart has a passion for this competition because he was a SkillsUSA competitorforallfouryearsofhishighschoolcareer and even served as Georgia State Vice President of SkillsUSA.

“In high school, I competed in architectural design and drafting,” he said. “Ever since, I’ve been wanting and have succeeded in getting Trimble involved in this.The competition and the show have been excellent. It’s always fun coming back to this everyyeartoseethegrowth.It’sagreatorganization that needs to be publicized more. These students are the people we need. These are the hard workers we need for our company. Other companies come here that never knew this existed and they find talented workers.”

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers andindustryworkingtogethertoensureAmericahas a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA helps each student excelbyprovidingeducationalprograms,eventsand competitions that support career and technical education in the nation’s classrooms.

For more information, visit www.skillsusa.org.  CEG

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(L-R): Vermeer representatives including Bruce Daniel of Vermeer Southeast, Buford, Ga., and Brently Beall and Zachary Koder of Vermeer Corporation had their hydraulic concepts training system, which is used by the company’s technicians, to show SkillsUSA competitors the level of training and curriculum they will receive from Vermeer.

Enjoying the competitions and awaiting the next contestant for the Komatsu machine simulator (L-R) are Komatsu America’s Trey Shoemaker, Becky Dabbs and Jessica Ford.

Having rolled in with an ECR25 electric mini-excavator and an L20 electric wheel loader, Volvo was able to have an indoor operator challenge for those who wanted to test their operating abilities.

Touting the Cummins service training programs and showcasing some of their engine technologies (L-R) are David Taylor, Bethann Padget and Jason Knoke.

(L-R): John Deere’s Travis Heck, David Bostic and Jason Kinzey were busy providing information to the SkillsUSA competitors about Deere ag and construction industry careers.

Representing Caterpillar, Mark Wallace (L) of Gregory Poole Equipment, based in Raleigh, N.C., provides an attendee with some pointers on the Cat training simulator for a 336 excavator.

JCB drew a lot of interest with its display of the unique 3TS-8T teleskid and the fully electric JCB 505-20E telehandler.

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Kirby-Smith Names Kris Phillips as Its Newest General Manager, Pipeline Goup

Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc.

(KSM) has promoted Kris Phillips as its new general manager, Pipeline Group. He will lead KSM’s efforts to fully support the equipment needs of pipeline contactors operating in the mainline, regional and local pipeline constructionindustries.PhillipspreviouslyservedKSMasamajoraccount product support sales representative, where he supported several of the heavy equipment distributor’s largest accounts.

Gavin Cole, vice president of sales of KSM, believes Phillips is a true professional that will provide strong leadership as the company finds new and creative methods to work more closely with the pipeline industry.

“Kris brings a wealth of experience to his new position related to equipment sales, product support and sales training,” said Cole. “He has worked closely with the pipeline industry in various roles throughout his career, and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps where he worked as an equipment mechanic. I am excited for KSM’s future in this area under Kris’care.”

Excited for his new opportunity, Phillips finds motivation

in the words of his late grandfather — ‘Don’t let the family down.’

“I am honored every day to be a part of the Kirby-Smith family, which has been such a huge part of both my career and life,” said Phillips.“Ihavenointentionofletting Granddad down and won’t let any of my 1KS family down, either. I am so proud to be part of this team and look forward to the challenges ahead.”

About Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc.

Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. was established in 1983 and is recognized as one of the premier new and used heavy construction equipment and crane dealers in the country. Kirby-Smith Machinery and its hundreds of dedicated professional employees are committed to providing reliable new and used equipment for sale and equipment rentals,aswellasresponsiveserviceandequipmentpartsfor multiple makes and models. Kirby-Smith Machinery has 12 branch locations in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Missouri. For more information about Kirby-Smith Machinery, call 888/861-0219 or visit kirby-smith.com.

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Equip Expo Features Industry Technology, Drone Zone

Smart lawns and landscape lighting? Autonomous mowers? Drone and artificial intelligence-aided landscaping designs? It’s all at Equip Expo, which is being held Oct. 17 to 20, 2023, at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC).

Theblockbustertradeshowiswherelandscapers and outdoor power equipment dealers can see new, industry technology, including business software, drones, irrigation and lighting technology, robotic and autonomous equipment, connected equipment systems using GPS, battery and electric innovations, and the latest engine technology.

“Equip Expo is where the industry’s manufacturers and technology providers debut the latest tech.There’s simply no better place to see it all. Not only that, you can test it,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition.

Expo offers more than 675,000 sq. ft. of indoor exhibit space, in addition to a 30-acre Outdoor DemoYard to “try before you buy” the latest tech and equipment as well as discuss new business ideas.

Equip Exposition will have more than 125 exhibitors with technology-related offerings.

“It has evolved immensely from an equipment show, to a show where you can get a tonofknowledgeondifferentproducts,”said Gage Roberts, who exhibited with Aspire Software at the show last year.

“Equip Expo is where you can see and

experience new capabilities before they’re on the market and in the hands of your competitors,” Kiser added. “The Outdoor DemoYard, TheDroneZone,thevendorexhibits—it’sall setupforthelandscaperanddealertogettheir hands on the latest tech before anyone else.”

That access is appreciated by attendees.

“It’s all a plus when you can have all that withinonefacilitywhereyoucantalktosome people and get information,” said Eric Hannett of Mobile-1 Lawn Service who attended the show last year.

Attendees at the show gain access to the engineers and developers who created the technology and learn how it can benefit their businesses and business bottom lines.

Drone technology, for instance, is revolutionizing how landscaping is sold, designed and built. From creating 3D renderings and estimating, to documenting progress and showcasing products with fly-through videos, drones can give landscape contractors a competitive edge.

Registrants can even win a drone each day of the show to take home, and work toward their FAA remote pilot certification for drone operation at Expo. The Drone Zone in the West Wing will offer hands-on training right on the exhibit floor. Attendees can test their abilitiesinaflightsimulatorandthenstepinto The Drone Zone to fly a drone with an expert trainer.

For more information visit www.EquipExposition.com. 

Komatsu 980E-5SE Electric Mining Truck Offers High Hp

The economics of surface mining require the highest production at the lowest lifetime cost per ton (CPT).

By combining outstanding build quality with multiple features designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce downtime, the 4,400-hp Komatsu 980E-5SE electric drive mining truck offers increased speed on grade in deep pit applications. The truck’s redesigned ergonomic automotive-style cab works to increase operator comfort and lessen driving fatigue.

Leveraging Komatsu’s electric drive truck experience, the 980E-5SE offers the highest-in-class horsepower available on an ultra-class truck. Engineered to promote increasedproductivityandareducedcarbon footprint, the 980E-5SE’s electric drive means fewer mechanical components, less maintenance and potentially reduced life cycle costs, according to the manufacturer.

Quick specs for the 980E-5SE electric mining truck:

ï Gross horsepower: 4,400 hp (3,281 kW) @ 1,800 rpm

ï Operating weight: 1,400,000 lbs.

ï Capacity: 400 tons

When cycling through big loads, durability is key. The 980E-5SE was developed using advanced computer-aided design, finite element analysis and full-scale dynamic test-

ing. Its truck frame is verified to carry a rated payload with the utmost structural reliability.

Cruise, Traction Control

Automotive-style cruise control governing acceleration and deceleration helps operators maintain a constant speed while concentrating on steering and situational awareness. Traction control helps operators stay on task and operate more efficiently, even in slippery conditions. Wheel traction control technology detects and corrects wheel spin or slide events and engages automatically and independently of the service brakes.

Monitor Efficiency With Payload Data

To support increased production and optimized payload, Payload Meter IV (PLM IV) can help maximize cycle efficiency to reduce the machine’s life cycle costs. Standard on Komatsu mining trucks, PLM IV tracks and records key production parameters, including payload weight, empty carry weight, haul cycle time, average speed and much more.

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

The Drone Zone will offer hands-on training right on the exhibit floor. Attendees can test their abilities in a flight simulator and then step into The Drone Zone to fly a drone with an expert trainer.

Engineered to promote increased productivity and a reduced carbon footprint, the 980E-5SE’s electric drive means fewer mechanical components, less maintenance and potentially reduced life cycle costs, according to the manufacturer.

“Equip Expo is where the industry’s manufacturers and technology providers debut the latest tech. There’s simply no better place to see it all. Not only that, you can test it.”

Kris Kiser, Outdoor Power Equipment Institute

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From payment schedules with seasonal cash-flow cycles to revolving lines of credit for parts, service, attachments and rentals, our focus on construction customers means flexible solutions you won’t get from a traditional banker.

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We build machines that keep operators comfortable, productive, proud and working hard. Because recruiting and retaining great operators is the bedrock of your success.

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Our attachments catalog is 200 pages long. Our parts are engineered, tested and proven for durable, reliable performance. So you get both the right tools and the best parts to keep your equipment running strong.

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MaverickEnvironmentalMergesWithGrandEquipmentCo.

Maverick Environmental Equipment announced it has taken a new and exciting step forward in the development of its business and ability to service customers and grow together with them across all business areas. Maverick hasmergedwithGrandEquipment Company of Hudsonville, Mich., a portfolio company of Cognitive Capital Partners (CCP).

Headquartered in Alma, Mich., Maverick is an equipment dealer of aggregate processing, waste recycling and environmental equipment, parts, attachments and services. Spanning four locations across Michigan, Ohio and California, Maverick offers multiple products from leading OEMs in the material processing and handling space.

“Our business has experienced tremendousgrowthduringourfirst seven years, directly attributable to our top-of-the-line OEMs and our incredible team of employees,” said Tim Smith and Charlie Stahl, co-founders of Maverick. “The quality of our brands along with the people we have supporting them will continue to be imperative to our continued success.

“Our new partnership with Grand Equipment Company unlocks incredible strategic value. Thispartnershipnotonlyimproves ourfootprint,offeringsandservice, but lays the groundwork for continued success in the equipment industry.”

“We are thrilled to partner with the Maverick team,” said Jeff Grasman, chief executive officer of Grand Equipment. “Maverick is a highly recognized leader in the aggregateprocessingspaceandthe combination of the two companies isapowerfulstepintherightdirection as we continue to expand our geographic footprint, equipment offerings and service coverage.We see an incredible opportunity to better serve both our customers.”

Maverick recently expanded its footprint into California to better serve the western markets. This operation is headed up by John O’Neill, a recognized leader in the aggregate industry. As a founding partner of Maverick and following a successful career as vice president of global sales of McCloskey International,heisnowfullyactive in the management of the new

company.

“We couldn’t be more excited to start our partnership with Maverick,” said Billy Smith, partner of CCP. “Tim and Charlie have done a tremendous job building Maverick from the ground up and the strategic partnership with Grand will help elevate both businesses to the next level.”

“To our customers, we are looking forward to continuing to service your needs and as always, we are ready and able to support you however we can. There will be no changes in how you interact with us, your sales and service contacts will remain the same and are always available if you have any further questions,” said Smith, Stahl and O’Neill. “Thank you for your business, your support, and your trust in Maverick Environmental and we look forward to meeting you all soon.”

D.A. Davidson acted as the exclusive investment advisor for Maverick on the transaction.

About Maverick Environmental Equipment

Maverick Environmental Equipment is a dealer and distributor of critical infrastructure and environmental equipment, parts and service. The company has evolved from a team of equipment

industry veterans that have been dedicated to its market for more than20years.Maverickfocuseson machinery solutions used in environmental applications including aggregate processing, waste recycling, forestry and biomass processing.

Maverick’s headquarters is centrally located in Alma, Mich., allowing for fast response times on equipment, parts and service. The company has additional locations in Newbury, Ohio, and Bremen, Ohio, as well as its newest location in Perris, Calif.

backhoes, telehandlers and trailers, among other equipment.

The company's mission is to provide industry-leading customer serviceandproductsupporttohelp its customers minimize costly downtime on the job. They utilize a customer-centric focus and partnership approach with leading OEMs in the heavy equipment space to provide the best equipment and service in the industry.

For more information, visit grandequipment.com.

About Cognitive Capital

BasedinChicago,Ill.,Cognitive Capital is a private equity investment firm that focuses on partnering with leading businesses that excelintechnicalbusinessservices and niche industrial manufacturing. Cognitive Capital typically invests between $10m and $50m per company and seeks platforms with $3m to $20m of EBITDA. CCR’s fund structure provides flexible, long-term capital with flexible investment horizons to maximize value creation.

For more information, visit cognitivecap.com.

About D.A. Davidson Companies

D.A. Davidson Companies is an employee-owned financial servicesfirmofferingarangeoffinancial services and advice to individuals, corporations, institutions and municipalities nationwide. Founded in 1935 with corporate headquarters in Great Falls, Mont., and regional headquarters in Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Omaha and Seattle, the company has approximately 1,525 employees and offices in 30 states.

For more information, visit maverickenvironmentalequipment.com.

About Grand Equipment

Based in Hudsonville, Mich., Grand is a full-service heavy equipment dealer and rental company for new and used equipment, relatedpartsandsupportingservices throughout Michigan and surrounding states. Grand maintains one of the youngest rental fleets in the industry, comprised of heavy equipment including dump trucks, loaders, bulldozers, excavators,

Subsidiaries include D.A. Davidson & Co., a full-service investment firm providing wealth management, investment banking, equity and fixed income capital markets services, and advice; Davidson Investment Advisors, a professional asset management firm; D.A. Davidson Trust Company, a trust and wealth management company; and Davidson Fixed Income Management, a registered investment adviser providing fixed income portfolio and advisory services.

For more information, visit dadavidson.com. 

“Our business has experienced tremendous growth during our first seven years, directly attributable to our top-of-the-line OEMs and our incredible team of employees. The quality of our brands along with the people we have supporting them will continue to be imperative to our continued success.”

Tim Smith and Charlie Stahl Maverick Environmental Equipment

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For more information on crushing, screening and recycling equipment, visit CEG's Web site at www.constructionequipmentguide.com

Middle River Marine Takes Delivery of Liebherr LH110

By Katherine Petrik CEG EDITORIALASSISTANT

MovingmaterialandgoodsaroundChicagocanbeacostly venture, in both money and time. Middle River Marine, a marine and terminal business, handles bulk material for the construction, agricultural and industrial industries.The company was founded in 1998 to support and vertically integrate its parent company, Ozinga, a supplier of ready-mix concrete.

Serving the Illinois and northwest Indiana markets, Middle River Marine began operations as a logistics coordinatorontheGreatLakesandinlandriversystem.Itcurrently operates 10 tugboats and 88 barges, primarily in the Chicagoland area.

“We’ve run the Calumet River to Lemont [about 41 mi.] to the Chicago River [about 18 mi.] in the city,” said Mike Hogan, vice president of marine operations of Middle River Marine.“We’llgoasfarsouthasoursandmineinHenry,Ill. [about 125 mi.].”

Improving Operations

Recently, Middle River Marine decided it was time to upgrade its material handler. While its 20-year-old Liebherr R984 was still operational and has done a great job for the company, a new machine would increase productivity and uptime.

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Tim Kraut, president and CEO of American State Equipment (C), presents the key for the Liebherr LH110 material handler to (L-R) Pete Colangelo, vice president of terminal operations, Middle River Marine; Aaron Halcomb, president of Middle River Marine; Marty Ozinga, CEO of Ozinga Ventures; Aaron Ozinga, president of Ozinga Ventures; and Todd Johnson, regional sales manager of Liebherr USA.

Tim Kraut, president and CEO of American State Equipment, thanks Middle River Marine for its purchase of the Liebherr LH110 material handler.

Jason Zeibert (L), president of Finkbiner Equipment Co., and Aaron Ozinga, president of Ozinga Ventures, with the Liebherr LH110 material handler.

Aaron Holcomb (L), president of Middle River Marine, and Jerry Joynt, sales representative of Finkbiner Equipment Co., in front of the Liebherr LH110 material handler, which is the first to be delivered in the Midwest.

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Jerry Joynt, sales representative of Finkbiner Equipment, made sure to match Middle River Marine with the perfect machine to add to its fleet.

“We spec’d this machine out as the Liebherr LH110 Port model,” said Joynt. “The port model has added counterweights and additional capacity for lifting. We also went withtheshorterboomandstickcombinationfortheirspecific application with pig iron here. This will give them the opportunity to lift the most pig iron out of the barge to make

them unload faster.”

The Liebherr LH110 Port material handler is designed to handle scrap and mixed cargo in port operations. It also has an extremely high load bearing capacity, according to Liebherr. The machine has a reach of 27 meters; operating weightof105,000to115,000kgandanengineoutputof300 kW/408 hp.

Taking Delivery

To celebrate the delivery of the new Liebherr LH110 Port material handler, a ceremony was held at South Chicago terminalonJune29.Thoseonhandincludedrepresentativesof Liebherr USA Co.; Finkbiner Equipment Co. (a subsidiary of American State Equipment Co.) servicing all of Illinois and northwest Indiana; American State Equipment Co., a full-line Liebherr dealer, headquartered in Milwaukee, with locationsinWisconsinandMinnesotaandservicingsomeof the Upper Peninsula of Michigan; Liebherr USA; Ozinga Ventures; and Middle River Marine.

“We each have a shared commitment to integrity, excellence, accountability, and innovation across all our operations. These values allow us to build enduring partnerships with like-minded family organizations,” said Tim Kraut, president and CEO ofAmerican State Equipment.

“Middle River is extremely excited to add the new LiebherrLH110Portmaterialhandlertoourfleetaswecontinue to live out our mission of serving others and the communitiesinwhichwework,”saidPeterColangelo,vicepresident of terminal operations of Middle River Marine. “We have partnered with multigenerational family-owned com-

panies [Liebherr and American State Equipment/Finkbiner] to ensure that we have safe, dependable, efficient, state-ofthe-art equipment to serve our valued customers. The new LH110willallowustoexpandourabilitytohandlemultiple commodities with larger capacity and efficiency. Today we celebrate a milestone in the history of Middle River by adding the largest Liebherr material handler in the Midwest and establishing our future in the marine and terminal business.”

For more information, visit finkbinerequipment.com, amstate.com, liebherr.com, gomiddleriver.com and ozingaventures.com.  CEG

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

Middle River’s Unique Tugboat — Gwyneth Anne

The Gwyneth Anne joined the Middle River fleet in June 2017. Built by MBI-Utica Indiana, she is 65 ft. long, 28 ft. wide and 9 ft. deep. The retractable pilothouse is 32 ft.

“The Gwyneth Anne is 65 feet long and at 1,400 hp, is capable of pushing eight barges,” said Mike Hogan, vice president of marine operations of Middle River Marine. “Each barge carries 1,500 tons of cargo.”

According to Hogan, the unique feature of the retractable pilothouse was designed by Aaron Ozinga, president of Ozinga Ventures.

“It has a retractable pilot house on a hydraulic ram so you can drop it all the way down to duck bridges or raise it all the way to the top so you can see over the top of empty barges. It’s kind of a unique Chicago tugboat that can duck all the low bridges in Chicago,” said Hogan.  CEG

Todd Johnson, regional sales manager of Liebherr USA, speaks about the Liebherr LH110 Port material handler.

Aaron Ozinga, president of Ozinga Ventures

Aaron Holcomb, president of Middle River Marine

Donte Lowe, tugboat captain of the Gwyneth Anne, Middle River Marine. Lowe has been the captain for 15 years, starting out as a deckhand and working his way up to the wheelhouse.

(L-R): Jerry Joynt, sales representative of Finkbiner EquipmentCo.;PeteColangelo,vicepresidentofterminal operations of Middle River Marine; Aaron Halcomb, president of Middle River Marine; Tim Kraut, president and CEO of American State Equipment Co.; Park Allison, vice president of American State Equipment Co.; and Mike Hogan, vice president of marine operations of Middle River Marine.

PeterColangelo,vicepresidentofterminaloperations, Middle River Marine, speaks about the company’s decision to add the Liebherr LH110 material handler to its fleet of machines.

Metso toAcquireAbAHäggblom Oy to Expand Loading, Hauling Offering

Metso has signed an agreement to acquire Ab A. Häggblom Oy, a privately owned Finnish engineering and manufacturing company.

Thecompany’skeyofferingincludesminingtruckbodies and buckets. Häggblom’s service portfolio includes wear parts,truckbodyandbucketrefurbishments,aswellasrelated field services. Häggblom has partnered with Metso for several years in the manufacturing of truck bodies.

The acquisition will broaden Metso’s offering in bodies and buckets by providing complete end-to-end loading and hauling solutions and strengthening the company’s position intheaftermarket.TheaimistoleverageHäggblom’sstrong engineering and manufacturing expertise in collaboration with existing partners on a regional and global basis.

“Loading and hauling is a growing business, and our goal is to further develop our capability to serve our customers. Häggblom’s product range, manufacturing know-how and engineering capabilities, as well as service expertise are a good addition to Metso’s wear parts portfolio. Häggblom’s employees will bring valuable skills to Metso, and we look forward to building on the great partnership we have developed over the years,” said Heikki Metsälä, president, con-

sumables business area, Metso.

“This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our company. We have successfully cooperated with Metso for many years, and we are now excited to become part of an international company. We are confident that our expertise and products will align well with Metso’s loading and hauling offering. This acquisition will benefit our customers and employees who are our most important assets,” said Jukka Karhula, CEO, Häggblom.

The acquisition is estimated to be finalized in August 2023.The parties have agreed not to disclose the transaction value, which has no material impact on Metso’s financials.

About Ab A. Häggblom Oy

Ab A. Häggblom Oy’s ownership is divided between Finnish private equity investors and the management. The company has around 100 employees, with manufacturing, serviceandlogisticsunitsinKokkolaandKalajoki,Finland, and in Luleå, Sweden. The company serves major mining companies in the Nordics.

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

N.Ireland’sTesabExpandsPresencein Michigan,OhioMarketsWithMaverick

Aggregate crushing and screening specialists, Tesab Engineering headquartered in Omagh, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland, announced that Maverick Environmental Equipment will join the global network of dealers as an exclusive partner representing Tesab in Michigan and Ohio. Maverick will offer the complete Tesab product line and is an ideal partner to supportTesab’s ongoing commitment to the United States’ market, the company said.

Established in 2016 by a group that has been dedicated to the equipment industry for more than 20 years, Maverick specifically delivers machinery,serviceandsupporttomultiple customer applications, including aggregate processing, waste recycling, forestry and biomass. It is partners of many industryleading brands, including McCloskey Environmental and MWS Equipment, providing customers with washing equipment and solutions.

“We are delighted to add Maverick to our dealer group. They are

renowned for sales support and uptime reliability,” said Tim Winslow, dealer development manager. “Tesab has a busyyearahead,withmanynewproduct launches and we are confident that Maverick will establish a leadership position within the local market.

“Maverick’s place in our dealer network continues to reinforce our pres-

partnering with Tesab. We are deliveringastrongfirstyearandlookforward to working with the whole Tesab team moving forward,” said John O’Neill, managing partner, Maverick Environmental Equipment.

“This is an exciting new partnership,” said Ben Frettsome, vice president, Tesab. “I am confident that the

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SoosanAmerica Takes Rock Commander to Next Level

Soosan America continues to fulfill the need for simple-to-use machines in the market. Maintaining the simple systems design for the Rock Commander Rock Drill series results in reduced downtime and increased profits for all operations. With the continuous growth of the Rock Commander throughout the United States and Canada, the company believes this is a great opportunity to provide benefit to its customers.

Soosan America introduced the JET series Drifter to the Rock Commander line of rock drills, including the JD800E-II featuring the JET-9 and the JD1400E-II featuring the JET-12. The company is now able to equip the new JET hydraulic drifter allowing for more footageperday.Thisupgrademaintains all core features of the Rock Commander drills.

In keeping with the Rock Commander’s commitment to simplicity, the design of the JET drifters maintains the simple systems design. Basic maintenance can be completed with ease by on-site mechanics, according to the company. Affordable replacement parts are on hand in Louisville, Ky., and

canbeshippedthenextdaytomostcustomersintheUnitedStates.JETdrifters allow for more powerful and efficient drilling, without sacrificing any of the Rock Commander’s simplicity. Both the JET-9 and JET-12 drifters have dampening and a newly shaped piston that improves several aspects of the drifter’s performance. The dampening enables more of the impact to be absorbed, reducing vibration and lengtheningthelifeofthehammerparts and drill steel, according to the company.

The reduced vibration also limits wear on the boom and slide plates. The piston was redesigned to allow for a more efficient transfer of energy which allows for increased drilling speeds. The JET-9 can drill a 3 in. to 4.5 in. diameter and the JET-12 can drill a 3.5 in. to 5 in. diameter.

Soosan America is always working onchangesthatenableittoprovidecustomers with the best products available, all while maintaining a machine that brings a simple, productive and reliable solution to rock drilling.

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Soosan America introduced the JET series Drifter to the Rock Commander line of rock drills, including the JD800E-II featuring the JET-9 and the JD1400E-II featuring the JET-12.

Roto-Screen 454 Portable Trommel Screen

Barford SR124 Portable Track Scalping Screener

Barford S104 Track Incline Screener

Kafka Stacking Conveyor – 100’ x 36”

Kafka Hopper/Feeder –Various Sizes Available

Revolver RT508 Compact Portable Trommel

Barford TR8048M Track Stacker w/ Mulch Auger

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Very Good Cond

CRANE 130′ of boom plus jib, has all rear counterweights, but no track counterweights. 3rd drum, Cummins engine, & new computer board. Tracks have 36″ pads and extendable side frames with hydraulic cylinders. Johnson 650 hook ball. Overall, good condition

#112051 2012 IROCK MAGNUM 20 PORTABLE IMPACT CRUSHER. Portable Irock Magnum 20 impact crusher with 56″x32″ feed opening & 40″x56″ rotor. 48″x16′ VGF, 48″ underconveyor, and 440hp Cat C13 engine. 4788 overall hours & new rotor at 4014hrs. Rated at up to 500 TPH. Good condition.

TRACK

TRACK-MOUNTED JAW CRUSHER. 9,028 overall hrs. Cat C9 power w/Cat rebuild approx. 3 yrs ago. 70-80% jaw plates. Includes self-cleaning, crossbelt magnet, 42″x14′ vibrating grizzly feeder, & underconveyer. Overall, good cond.

#510129 2018 FURUKAWA 1100ED HYDRAULIC ROCK DRILL. Like new w/ Cummins 6.7 engine (465 hrs) & 118 impact hrs on HD818 drifter. Set up for T-38 steel, 14′ starter & (5) 12′ rod changes. Has auto-rod changer, auto greaser, and dust collector. Right & rear view cameras, 35 gallon water tank, and ILMeg angle indicator. Very good condtion.

MOUNTED IMPACT CRUSHER with approx. 500 hours, 43″ diameter, 4-bar rotor on a 45″ wide Universal Crushers impact chamber with a 42″ under-crusher conveyor. 44″x14′ vibrating grizzly feeder with (2) 30″ step grizzly sections with 26″ fines collection discharge belt. 8.5 yard hopper w/ fold down extensions. Cummins 380HP stage 5 engine. Variable speed drives on feeder and all belts. Includes 30″ magnet. Plant rated at 400 TPH

#640055 2021 SANY SY265CLR LONG REACH EXCAVATOR 1750 hours, (60′) with 1750 hours, Cummins QSB6.7 T4F engine, 190 hp, 70,000lb shipping weight. Has A/C, heat, & radio. Max reach at ground level 57′ 9″ & max digging depth 43′ 9″. Has 31″ track pads, 60″ digging bucket, & plumbed for hydraulic mower. 1-owner machine. Remainder of 5 yr / 5000 hour warranty (though Jan 2026).

DRILLS & COMPRESSORS

#510130 - (2014) Furukawa 1200ED hydraulic drill with approx 9500 total frame hours & 3733 hrs on re-manned Cummins 6.7 engine & 3502 impact hrs. Fops/Rops cab with a/c, heat, auto rod changer/ greaser, dust collector, anti-jam circuit and set up for T-45 steel w/ 12' rod change. Good condition.

#510099-Tamrock DHA550 self-contained hydraulic drill with Deutz air cooled engine. Has 1185 impact hours. Good condition.

#530022-Joy RAM EXT air track drill with VCR 360 hammer. Hoses appear to be in working condition. U.C. approx 70%- overall good condition.

#580000-Furukawa HD712 drifter with approximately 4786 total impact hours and zero hours on complete reseal. Was used on 1200EDII. Ready to be installed for operation.

#520032-Ingersoll Rand 750CFM/300PSI high pressure compressor with Cat 3406 engine. Runs and operates good.

#510128 Atlas Copco T45 Smartroc hydraulic drill with 9600hrs on Cat C9 engine and 3600 hrs on Copco 3060 drifter. Set up for 60mm steel. Drill running daily.

PRIMARY CRUSHERS/FEEDERS

#131022 Hewitt Robbins 48"x20' vibrating grizzly feeder (E-11 mechanism) with hopper. Good condition.

#118000-New/never used Universal 2036 jaw crusher parts including: Jaw plates, toggle seats, toggle plates, spring loaders, and all thread rods.

#154005 PORTABLE CEC 6X16 3-D WASH PLANT W/ TWIN 36″ SANDSCREW Ni-hard wear shoes 95%. 1st deck 2-panels (1/4″x4″ slot & 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 square). 2nd deck 1/2″ square. 3rd deck 1 panel 3/16″ and (3) panels 1/4″ square. All mounted on factory 3axle chassis. Overall, very good condition.

#112046-Metso Nordberg LT1213S Loko Track mobile crushing & screening plant x47". 12 cubic yard hopper w/ vibrating grizzly feeder. Screening module is 2005. Conveyor width 47" & feed width 43".

EARTHMOVING

#640056 - 2016 Sany SY335C excavator with 4900 hours on Cummins 275hp T4 engine. VG undercarriage (approx 75%). 31" triple bar grousers & 51" bucket with Fleco thumb & all plumbing. A/C, heat, & radio. 80,000 lbs including bucket & thumb. Overall, very clean machine, VG condition.

#640057 - 2007 Volvo 330BLC with 5800 hours on 6 cyl D12C, 198hp engine. 58" bucket with teeth and hyd. Thumb. 31" track pads, 78,000 lb operating wgt. Overall, good condition.

#610132-1989 Cat 980C wheel loader with 265 hp Cat 3306 engine (Hr meter not working), power shift transmission, and 5.5 yard spade nose bucket.

#610137-1995 John Deere 644G Loader with unknown hours and 3 3/4 yard bucket. Good rubber and runs great, overall good condition.

#410063-CAT D9H w/ EROPS cab w/ A/C, straight blade w/tilt. Single shank, 4-barrel ripper. 24" pads. U/C (overall approx 70%). Rebuilt engine, trans, and finals (HMR 2994) Left Trunnion is available but needs to be installed. Overall good condition.

#700001 CAT 12F MOTORGRADER (1970) power shift, hydraulic side shift, & scarifier. 14.00-24TG tires approx 30-40%. Everything works and runs good. Good condition.

SCREENS & WASH EQUIPMENT

CEC Portable Wash Plant with 6x16 3-deck screen & Twin 36” Sandscrew all on factory chassis.

#141154 Anaconda self-contained 4x10 2-Deck track-mounted scalping screen w/ approx. 500 hours, 3 hydraulic folding stockpile conveyors & JCB 444 EcoMAX 74HP engine (T4F). Flipdown hopper tailgate for direct feed. Variable speed for all belts. Max feed up to 16" & machine is rated up to 250HP.

#141120-Nordberg 6x20 3-deck incline screen with ball tray on bottom deck. No motor, but was a running take out. Good condition.

#142003-Deister 5x16 2-deck horizontal, underslung screen with new bearings

SECONDARY CRUSHERS

Universal 130/150TC secondary impact crusher with third curtain. Capable of up to 14" feed and 250TPH of minus 1". Includes chutes, spare wear parts, and belts.

##121033-Universal 150/230 impactor with completely rebuilt rotor, new shoes, new hammers, and some new liners (inside looks very good). (2) new 350hp electric motors and new drive sheave. Crusher and motor only, no stand.

#123025-Portable Telsmith 48" STD cone w/ 30" feed conveyor w/ 20 HP motor, Dodge TDT5 reducer, 36" undercrusher conveyor w/ WEG 20HP electric motor. Cone has 125HP 1150RPM motor, mounted on factory tandem axle chassis. Good brakes, very good rubber. Good running cone. #121058-Spokane model 74 vertical shaft impact crusher with stand and 250hp electric motor. Has 4-shoe table and anvil ring with good shoes and near new anvils.

#122001 Portable closed circuit Cedarapids 4026 triple roll crusher with 5x14 2 deck, plus 5'x42" scalping screen & 50 HP motor. 24"x6' cross conveyor with 5HP motor under scalping screen. 36"x24' discharge belt with 10HP motor. 30"x20' recycle belt with 10HP motor and 36"x32' long belt (missing 10 HP motor).

Morbark 1300B Tracked Tub Grinder, 78 Hrs. SN: 572-1578 CALL FOR PRICE

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ZEMER 42” X 620’ Conveyor in Various 20’ to 50’ Clearspan Sections. All in

#112050 ANACONDA I-12 (43X45)

#111079 2008 TEREX/PEGSON XR400 (25×43)

#310004 1997 MANITOWOC 222 (100 TON)

RIPPER, 4”deck bars/RIPPER HD-5” deck bars, Our largest model designed for rip rap, shot rock, And large material. Bar spaces available 2”-30”

HD Model, up to 5 yd loader. Heavy Duty grizzly bars standard. Cleaner option available, Removable cleaner for more sorting options

MR10 Model, 1-2 yd loaders. Adjustable bar and Cleaner option available. Removable cleaner for more sorting options

LR8 model, skid steers-mini excavators, Adjustable bar and cleaner option available, AB set up at 2”-adjustable in 1” increments

TR6 model, Our smallest model-designed for sub Compact tractors and other light duty Equipment. 2” minus fixed bar

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First Choice Farm and Lawn firstchoicekubota.com

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Hardings Heavy Equip hardingsinc.com

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Highway Equipment

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Holland Equip Services hesequipment.com

Holland, MI 616-396-5535

J Gross Equip Inc. jgeinc.com

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Midland Engine midlandengine.com

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Taylor Const Equip taylorconstructionequipment.com

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Dirty Graphix Custom Wraps Can Be Installed ByAnyone

WRAPS from page 14

before because the process is far from simple. For insight, approximately 60 hours goes into each piece of equipment that Dirty Graphix makes a wrap kit for.

He receives calls asking for the templates he has created because others are not willing toputinthetimeneededtomakethem,ordo not have the resources to do so. These templates are not for sale. This makes adding new makes and models a tedious task but doing so is always a top priority for Dirty Graphix.

Dirty Graphix has put its wraps to the test inmanyconditionsandhaveperformedspecific durability tests to document how they hold up. Additionally, Dirty Graphix has countless testimonies attesting to durability and ease of installation.

“The team at Dirty Graphix is top notch from the initial design process to the quick delivery of its products. The quality of the graphics is something that we trust to hold up in the ever-changing elements of northeast Ohio. We would highly recommend this product to anyone looking to stand out,” said Josh J. of Lamphear’s Lawn Service.

“Dirty Graphix has been a game changer

for my business. Not only do I get compliments on the way the wrap looks, I also get businessleadsbecausemylogoreallystands

out on the side of my machine. The wrap itself was simple to install, and durable is an understatement.I'veputalotofhoursonmy

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skiddy since it's been wrapped, and it is still protecting my machine and looking in near perfect condition,” said Joe S. of Siteworks Solutions.

Future of Dirty Graphix

Dirty Graphix is continually working on adding new makes and models of heavy equipment to increase accessibility for equipment owners. The company also is expanding its network by working with many equipment dealers and key industry leaders and have some exciting things in the works.

After a successful cameo at ConExpo 2023, wrapping equipment for the Diesel Brothers and Sparks Motor Company, there are plans to attend more expos this year, specifically this year's Equip Expo in Louisville to showcase its wraps and online customizer.

“The growth, support and success we haveseenthispastyearhasbeenhumbling,” said Ciolkosz. “I’m excited for everything that we have in the works, and ability to share my passion with the heavy equipment industry. Stay tuned for what’s next.”

For more information, visit dirtygraphix.com. 

Representing Kiewit Corporation, Brad Kulac and Leigh Armstrong walk the competition floor looking for talented prospects for their engineering and construction divisions.

(L-R): Ryan McCord, Michael Ortigoza and Taylor Carter of Brasfield & Gorrie — Atlanta and Birmingham representatives —worked the TECHSPO booth, discussing their company’s career opportunities.

The high school students who competed came from over the United States.

Chris Dysart (L) of BuildingPoints Southeast, based in Charlotte, N.C., provides information on some of the newest Trimble hardware and software for the construction industry.

(L-R): Todd Johnson, Quinton Tetik and Kevin Gragg, all of Ditch Witch, Perry, Okla., discuss opportunities for their SkillsUSA guests.

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Custom Bobcat skid steer wrap for Paris Construction.

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Owensboro, KY 270/684-2339

Paducah, KY 270/554-1131

Mount Vernon, IL 618/244-6800

Evansville, IN 812/473-0484

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Bridgeport, MI 989/777-0090

Grand Rapids, MI 616/538-2400

Lenox, MI 586/727-7502

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Williamsburg, MI 231/267-5060

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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

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

Sparta,WI 608/351-2101

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Lisle, IL 630/355-7150

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Rockford, IL 815/961-3160

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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

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Omaha Track Adds Thunder Creek Equipment to Its New Sales Lineup

Omaha Track, an Omaha, Neb.-based railroad materials, services and equipment provider, has added the Thunder Creek Equipment line of fuel, field service and fleet management solutions to its new equipment sales lineup.

Thunder Creek Equipment designs and manufactures innovative and premium diesel fueling, service and preventative maintenance solutions that are used in a variety of industries including construction, roadbuilding, oil and gas and utility construction. This includes the No-HAZMAT multi-tank trailer (MTT); the multi-tank oil trailer (MTO); and the service and lube trailer (SLT).

“We thrive in serving customers who work in unique and challenging environments,” said Jeff Peterson, president, Omaha Track. “As we look to build on our core mission of serving customers safely, sustainably and efficiently we believe that ThunderCreekdeliversaproductthathastheabilitytoachievethosegoalsanddeliver a whole new level of streamlined field fueling and service.”

The Thunder Creek trailer and truck-based solutions are common in many heavy off-roadmarkets,includingconstruction,oilandgas,roadandbridgeconstruction,site development and mining.

“We were drawn to Omaha Track by its reputation and its commitment to successfully serving customers who deal in heavy off-road environments,” said Larry Lea, vice president of sales, Thunder Creek Equipment. “They understand the importance ofuptimeandproperfleetmanagement,andwelookforwardtoworkingwiththeteam in Omaha and beyond.”

For more information, visit OmahaTrack.com and ThunderCreek.com. 

Amanda GammonAppointed LBX Co. Director of Operations,Administration

AmandaGammonhasbeenpromotedtodirectorofoperations and administration after more than 16 years of commitment to LBX Company.

Gammon has proven her talent and capabilities as a contributor and as a leader over the last several years through numerous roles of increasing responsibility, including serving as corporate controller and, most recently, general manager of operations and administration.

In a statement released by Mike Reynolds, vice president and chief financial officer, he said, “Amanda has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and her dedication and perseverance will be a welcome addition to the senior leadership team. I’m excited to have her contribution as we continue to grow our business.”

InhernewroleatLBXCompany,Gammonwillbeaparticipating member of the company’s senior leadership team (SLT), and will oversee supply chain, information technology and human resources. She is breaking ground as the first female to hold a position on the SLT.

“I’mveryexcitedfortheopportunitytoleadandrepresent theseintegralareasofthebusiness.Ilookforwardtoserving the needs of LBX and bringing a new perspective to the leadership team,” Gammon said.

Gammon’s appointment gives evidence of LBX Company’s ongoing commitment to strengthening communities and solving problems through hard work, creativity and innovation.

For more information, visit lbxco.com.

Mid Country Machinery

3478 5th Ave S Fort Dodge, IA 50501 800-206-5936

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Miller-Bradford & Risberg, Inc.

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Amanda Gammon

Omaha Track has added the Thunder Creek Equipment line of fuel, field service and fleet management solutions to its new equipment sales lineup.

Roland Machinery Co.

Bridgeton, MO

(314) 291-1330

Cape Girardeau, MO

(573) 334-5252

Columbia, MO

(573) 814-0083

Palmyra, MO

(573) 769-2056

Portage, IN

(219) 764-8080

Bolingbrook, IL

(630) 739-7474

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(618) 985-3399

East Peoria, IL

(309) 694-3764

Marengo, IL

(815) 923-4966

Springfield, IL (217) 789-7711

DePere, WI

(920) 532-0165

DeForest, WI

(608) 842-4151

Eau Claire, WI (715) 874-5400

Franksville, WI

(262) 835-2710

Schofield, WI

(715) 355-9898

Slinger, WI (262) 644-7500

Escanaba, MI

(906) 786-6920

Corporate 9200 Liberty Drive

Liberty, MO 60468

(816) 781-8070

ALP Air, Light, Power

Liberty, MO

(816) 415-6700

Joplin, MO

(417) 726-5373

Maryland Heights, MO

(314) 427-4911

Springfield, MO (417) 865-0505

Colby, KS

(785) 462-8211

Liberal, KS

(620) 624-7274 Salina, KS

Brandeis Machinery & Supply Company

www.brandeismachinery.com

1801 Watterson Trail

Louisville, KY 40299

(502) 491-4000

Corbin, KY

(606) 528-3700

Lexington, KY

(859) 259-3456

Paducah, KY

(270) 444-8390

Stanville, KY

(606) 478-9201

Evansville, IN

(812) 425-4491

Fort Wayne, IN

(260) 489-4551

Indianapolis, IN (317) 872-8410

Highway Equipment Company Celebrates Milestone

son, Thom Reynolds, at the helm. Thom Reynolds’ father, Dan Reynolds Jr., joined Highway Equipment Company in 1954, eventually taking over the reins to lead the dealership for more than 50 years. He continued to be actively involved with the company, stopping by to catch up with employees and offer insights and advice, right up until his

passing in August of last year.

From its beginnings as anAllis-Chalmers dealer working from a one-room building in the Pittsburgh area, the company has continuedtogrowbyfollowingitsthree-pointmission statement while keeping an eye on the road ahead to anticipate and address changing market dynamics and customer needs. The company has expanded beyond its Western Pennsylvania market with locations in New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio and

Virginia.

Highway Equipment Company offers equipment sales and rentals, along with parts and service geared to the construction, landscaping, demolition, oil and gas, mining, quarrying and industrial material-handling industries. Equipment lines the company represents at its various locations include Allmand Bros., Anaconda, Astec, Avant, Bell Trucks, Finn, Geith, Gradall, Hitachi, Hyundai, KATO, Kobelco, Koshin,

Kubota, New Holland, Orangeline, Rammer, Sakai, Screen Machine. In addition to its dealership locations, the company’s rental division, Machinery Rental Company (MRC) began operations established in 1951 and continues to thrive as sourceofrentalequipmentthroughoutwestern Pennsylvania.  CEG

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

(L-R): Finn Corporation’s Todd Thornicroft and John Tucker catch up with Highway Equipment Company’s Jim Langer, Shane McCleary and Jeff Smithco at the event.

Avant’s Marc Alcorn was on hand to discuss the company’s articulated miniwheel loaders.

Eric Booth of Sakai was on hand to discuss compaction equipment at the event.

Emmett Heali of Geith was on hand to present the company’s excavator attachments.

Scott McMaster (L) of Sandvik and James Steindl of FAE stopped in to congratulate Highway Equipment Company on 90 years in business.

Kelly Desmond, Rammer district sales manager, discussed the company’s lineup of hydraulic attachments for construction, demolition, recycling, quarrying and mining applications.

Highway Equipment Company’s John Bechtold (L) and Jay Hooper of PNC review the Kubota machines in the equipment yard.

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Fecon to Hold Auction for Children of Fallen Patriots

Fecon LLC, a global manufacturer of heavy-duty site preparation attachmentsandforestryaccessories, will auction off a Bull Hog mulcher attachment to raise funds for Children of Fallen Patriots.

The auction of the BH74 will take place online and all proceeds will be donated to Children of Fallen Patriots.

“This is the second year we’ve done a charity auction.This year, we want to raise awareness for the incredible work Fallen Patriots is doing,” said Mark Middendorf, Fecon’s executive vice president of sales.“Theircommitmenttotheeducation and success of the children of fallentroopsdrewusinimmediately, and we hope the auction will direct attention and funds to this worthy cause.”

The auctioned BH74 mulcher attachment, a high-flow skid steer mulchingattachment,willbecustom painted with the colors and logo of Children of Fallen Patriots. One of the most popular attachments in the Fecon line, the BH74 features a heavy-duty design to withstand aggressive applications and easily mows down trees 4 to 6 in. in diameter. The auction will be conducted on eBay in early August, with complete details posted on the Fecon website and social media channels.

Children of Fallen Patriots provides scholarships and educational counseling to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty. Fallen Patriots serves the families of service members from all branches of the armed forces who died as a result of combat casualties, military training accidents, service-related illnesses and other duty-related deaths as ruled by the Department of VeteransAffairs.

“Fecon, our dealers and our contractors areapatrioticgroupthatstronglysupportthe U.S. armed forces,” said Bob Dieckman, Fecon chief executive officer. “As a brand designed, built and supported in the USAin Lebanon, Ohio, we knew this foundation

was the right fit for our team and our customers. They take care of the children of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting each one of us. We’re confident we can raise a nice sum money for this cause.”

Research done on behalf of Children of Fallen Patriots showed that nearly 25,000 dependents have been left behind by troops who have fallen in the line of dutyinthelast35years. Since 2002, Fallen Patriots has provided more than $69 million in scholar ships and other assistance to more than 2,800 chil dren of fallen service members. Loyal donors and

corporate sponsors fund all scholarships and financial aid.

Recipient Abbie Wittwer is the daughter of U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander FrankWittwer. Lt. Cmdr.Wittwer died at the age of 35 when his F/A-18C Hornet fighter crashed on Jan. 18, 2006, near the Naval Air Station in El Centro. He was a 1994 graduate of the United States Naval Academy and had previously served as a pilot in Iraq. Abbiewasjust5yearsold when her father died.

“My dad was everything a kid wanted their dad to be. He was fun, kind, smart, strong, and

loving,” Wittwer said. “My dad loved being a pilot and serving his country, but he also lovedbeingadad,andhewasgreatatboth.”

Abbie Wittwer graduated from the University of North Georgia in 2022 with a degree in accounting. She now serves as a development analyst supervisor and senior accountant for Fallen Patriots, working to extendthebenefitstootherchildrenoffallen soldiers.

“The scholarship I received from Fallen Patriots let me pursue my degree full time, withoutworryaboutgoingintodebt.Iwould not have been the student I was, or the person I am, without the support of Fallen Patriots,” said Wittwer, “I am so grateful to work for the foundation and see the impact we have on students’lives.”

For more information, visit www.fallenpatriots.org and www.fecon.com. 

Fecon’s BH74 features a heavy-duty design to withstand aggressive applications and easily mows down trees 4 to 6 in. in diameter.

IgniteAttachments Launches Its New AugerAttachmentLineWithFourModels

IgniteAttachments,amanufacturerofcompactequipment attachments, adds to its growing lineup of products with a new auger line. The four models offer self-aligning vertical accuracy for precise, accurate vertical holes in any situation. Achoice of drive system ensures ample torque for even the toughest digging conditions.

With the power and precision to handle everything from shale, clay and frozen surfaces, the new auger lineup is an ideal solution for post hole digging, fence installation, deck building, tree planting and more. With Ignite’s Fit Finder, customerscaneasilyfindtherightaugertopairwithexisting equipment and fast delivery directly to their shop door.

“It’sallaboutgettingthejobdonequicklyandaccurately,” said Matthew Foley, lead engineer of Ignite Attachments. “Ourbusinessmodelallowscustomerstoconfidentlymatch, buy and receive attachments directly to their door fast. With the new auger lineup, we’re expanding the applications customerscantacklewiththeirexistingequipment,givingthose in the fencing, utility, landscape, construction, agriculture, rental and similar industries, as well as homeowners, a highquality, cost-effective solution without the delay of working with a third-party dealer.”

Powerful Drive Systems

To provide efficient solutions for a wide range of applications and comfort levels, Ignite’s auger lineup includes four

models.The 75DDH and 165DDH augers both fea tureaneconomicalclassic-drivesystem,whichpro vides productive torque ratio at any rpm. Operators can expect fast, deep holes even when facing clay, rock, frozen surfaces and more. The drive’s simple, economical design and construction also allows for easymaintenanceandalowtotalcostofownership, according to the company.

The 75DDH has a hydraulic flow range of 8-20 gpm and the 165DDH has a hydraulic flow range of 14-25 gpm. Both models offer a digging depth of 50 in. with a standard bit or up to 86 in. with an optional extension.

For more challenging digging conditions, including shale, rocky soil, layers of frost, heavy clay and more, Ignite offers a planetary drive that maximizes torque and power. Planetary-drive models include the 150 PH with a hydraulic flow range of 10-20 gpm and the 210 PH with a flow range of 15-30 gpm. Both models offer a digging depth of 50 in. withastandardbitorupto86in.withanoptionalextension.

Self-Balanced Alignment

AllmodelsinIgniteAttachment’saugerlinefeaturea unique joint between the mounting frame and drive unit to ensure straight, vertical holes even while working on contoured, sloped or uneven ground.

“We’vetakentheguessworkoutofdigging,”Foleysaid.

FRD-USAAnnounces New Regional Sales Manager for BreakerAttachment Division

FRD-USAannouncedtheappointmentofJames“Skip”Barnesasregional sales manager for north central region, breaker attachment division.

Inthisrole,Barneswillberesponsibleforstrengtheningrelationshipsand volume with the company’s dealer network and increasing breaker attachment sales. His territory includes Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Wisconsin and central Canada. Barnes takes over for Tim Carroll who, after 13 years in the position, has transitioned within FRD-USAto serve as the regional sales manager of the company’s western region.

Barnes joins FRD-USAfrom the dealership level, bringing several years of experience with attachments and various carriers.

About FRD-USA

FRD-USA is a manufacturer of blasthole drills, breakers and other attachments, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Furukawa Rock Drill Co. Ltd.

FRD-USA operates two divisions in North and Central America, with headquarters in Kent, Ohio, and a full-service facility in Spartanburg, S.C. Its products incorporate the latest equipment advancements to increase reliability, ease of operation and safety, according to the company.

The BreakerAttachment Division (formerly Kent DemolitionTool) specializesinattachmentsforcompactutilityloaders,skidsteers,mini-excavators, backhoes and excavators. FRD-USA breakers and attachments offer features such as mono-block body design, the elimination of thru-bolts, improved internal grease routing and patented dust intake prevention systems. Its breaker technology represents the company’s ongoing commitment to innovation, durability and quality operation. 

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KYTC Marks 75thAnniversary of Its CivilEngineeringScholarshipProgram

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) recently celebrated the 75th anniversary of the state’s civil engineering scholarship program. More than 2,000 students have received a total of $19.4 million from the program since it began in 1948, the agency said.

“This scholarship program builds on two Team Kentucky prioritiesthatwillmakeourcommonwealth better: education and transportation,” said Gov. Andy Beshear in a statement.

“It’s been incredible to see the talented leaders who have come through this program and continue to make a difference in Kentucky, from road and bridge projects to disaster response and more.”

Overtheyears,KYTCsaidthe scholarship program — which it administers — has been expanded to include the civil engineering technology scholarship, with Gov. Beshear adding a construction management scholarship earlier in 2023.

Thosetwoadditionalscholarshipshavecollectivelyfunded the education needs of 84 students with a total award of $661,000, the agency said, with all scholarship recipients

receiving tuition stipends, hands-on experience during higher education and guaranteed full-time employment after graduation.

During the event, Charles Briggs — who currently serves as an engineer of the KYTC maintenance division — was honored as the longest active KYTC scholarship recipient, as he first received a scholarship in 1961 while studying at the University of Kentucky.

“I probably would not have beenabletoaffordtogotocollege to get my degree without it,” Briggs said. “It was the start of everything.”

“Programs like this are uncommon across the nation and I’m proud Kentucky has prioritized funding the education of promising students who just need a hand up to help them enter the field,” said KYTC Secretary Jim Gray. “Whetherrecipientsbecomecareeremployeesoreventually work in the private sector, the foundational experience they gain at KYTC pays dividends in equipping a workforce of public servants who keep Kentuckians safe.”

Altorfer Rents Joins Magni’s Dealer Network,ExpandsTelehandlerOffering

Magni Telescopic Handlers, a leader in rotating and heavy lift telehandlers, announced Altorfer Rents is now part of the Magni dealer network. Altorfer’s addition will bring Magni's full line of telehandlers, including the rotating telehandler (RTH), heavy lift (HTH) and fix boom telehandler (TH) models, to Altorfer’s rental customers in Illinois, eastern Missouri, Iowa and Indiana.

“We are delighted to welcome Altorfer to our esteemed dealer network,” said Joe Leinwol, chief sales officer, Magni America. “Altorfer's reputation for outstanding service and expertise in the equipment industry makes them an ideal fit for Magni. Together we will continue to drive innovation and provide our customers with exceptional telehandler solutions.”

Magni America is known for revo-

lutionizing the telehandler industry with its technology and innovative designs. With the addition of Altorfer, Magnigainsatrusteddealerthatshares its commitment to customer satisfaction, safety and industry excellence.

This collaboration represents an exciting opportunity to expand the availability of Magni's telehandlers in the Illinois, Missouri, Iowa and Indiana regions.

“Altorfer Rents is excited to repre-

sent the Magni line of telehandlersasagreatadditionto our best-in-class fleet,” said Jon Hardy, sales manager of Altorfer Rents. “Our trained sales professionals are ready to show customers the benefits of lifting heavier loads to higher heights than traditional telehandlers, allowing them to complete jobs more safely, more efficiently and ahead of schedule.”

With its extensive knowledge and expertise in the application, sales, parts and service of Magni’s products, Altorfer is poised to deliver value and support to its customers.

“IamexcitedforAltorfertobecome part of the Magni team and pair these exceptionalmachineswithoutstanding customerserviceintheheartlandofthe country,” said Jay Jude, regional sales manager, MagniAmerica.

For more information, visit altorfer.com and magnith.com.

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BCAAwards $10,000 in Scholarships

Building Contractors Association of Northeast Indiana (BCA) announced winners of the 2023 Presidential Merit ScholarshipsandMichaelH.KinderJr. Memorial Scholarships. These programswerecreatedtorecognizesignificant accomplishments and reward worthy students in furthering their education in construction-related college degree programs. The recipients of the two $2,500 Presidential Merit Scholarships are Rebekah Fortman and TarynWilson.Therecipientsofthetwo $2,500MichaelH.KinderJr.Memorial Scholarships are Jocelyn Connelley and Reece Davies.

RebekahFortmanisa2023graduate of New Haven High School. She plans to attend Ball State, pursuing an architectural degree. She is an intern of Moake Park and aspires to be an architect because of their extensive impact onthecommunity.Shewantspeopleto

realize the beauty that goes into creating a structure and the significance behind architects in our society.

Taryn Wilson is in her third year at Ball State, majoring in architecture with a minor in interior design. She is employed by Elevatus Architecture. In her position, she was able to be involved with the Electric Works project and found it encouraging to be part of such a community-based project. In her career, she hopes to take on many more projects like that one, reutilizing an old building and turning it into a small community of itself.

Jocelyn Connelley has completed one year at Indiana State in the construction management program. She is employed by Brooks Construction as a project manager. Directly after high school, she found a job as a laborer and startedherjourneyintoaleadershiprole. She works to excel in the industry by

going above and beyond to help others andearntherespectofthosearoundher.

Reece Davies is a junior in the construction engineering program at PurdueFortWayne.Heisemployedby API Construction. He aspires to move up in the ranks there, with plans to own the company eventually. Over time, he aimstobecomea“master”ateveryrole, from general labor to owner. While he appreciateswhathehaslearnedthrough his college education, he is proud of what he’s learned so far atAPI.

BCAis a professional trade association established in 1917. BCA members are commercial contractors and companies that supply materials and professional services to them. As an association, BCA promotes strong ethics; quality workmanship; keeps current on industry issues; and represents its members’ concerns on civic issues.

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SECTION Trucks & Trailers

XLSpecialized Thanks Customers as It Unveils New Facility

On June 7, XLSpecialized Trailers held an open house at its new facility in Manchester, Iowa. The event highlighted thecompletionofa50,000-sq.-ft.expansion,theunveilingof a new customer service facility and the completion of a remodel project.

Throughout the day, attendees explored the new facilities, which showcase the company’s commitment to innovation and growth. The expansion not only increases overall space, but also allows XL Specialized to enhance its production capabilities and meet the rising demands of customers.

In the evening, XLhosted a happy hour and dinner, which gave company representatives an opportunity to thank its dealer and vendor partners who have played a pivotal role in the company’s success.

Expanding for Bright Future

XL’s headquarters has undergone a significant expansion. Theprojectincludesexpandingproductioncapacitybymore than 30 percent, positioning the company for success.

With the expansion, the production facility now spans more than 150,000 sq. ft., enhancing throughput and reducing lead times. The company also invested in new machinery, a modern paint booth and a blast booth, improving the quality of its products.

As XL grows, it understands that unique loads require unique trailers. It builds customized trailers that instill confidence in its customers. With continued growth and expansion, XLcan better serve its dealers and customers, the company said. 

XL hosted a happy hour and dinner, which gave company representatives an opportunity to thank its dealer and vendor partners who have played a pivotal role in the company’s success.

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On June 7, XL Specialized Trailers held an open house at its new facility in Manchester, Iowa.

XL Specialized photo Live music was played during the open house.

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XL Specialized photo Customers and dealers had a chance to tour the new facilities.

XL Specialized photo

Throughout the day, attendees explored the new facilities, which showcase the company’s commitment to innovation and growth.

XL Specialized photo

The event highlighted the completion of a 50,000-sq.-ft. expansion, the unveiling of a new customer service facility and the completion of a remodel project.

Volvo Trucks, UMN Team Up for Extreme Weather Testing

Volvo Trucks North America is working with the University of Minnesota (UMN) to conduct extreme weather testing for its Class 8 VNR Electric model to analyze the impact of ambient temperature on a truck’s battery life. UMN has teamed up with Murphy Logistics Solutions (Murphy)totestthebattery-electrictrucksinMinnesotawith cold winter temperatures and H-E-B Grocery Company (HEB) in Texas to test during periods of intense summer heat.

The extreme weather testing project, which will demonstrate the capability of the Volvo VNR Electric using realworld fleet routes, is part of a battery efficiency for sustainable trucks (BEST) project sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Vehicle Technology Office.

The project will track the results of two Volvo VNR Electric engineering trucks with a six-battery configuration thatareratedtoprovideupto275mi.ofrange.VolvoTrucks is analyzing the battery-electric trucks’performance on different routes in extreme temperatures with varying terrains and payload weights to better understand the challenges these factors present to help customers improve route planning and optimization.

Murphy and HEB will operate the battery-electric trucks onfreightroutesthatexceed250mi.inadayutilizingdrivers in their fleets who have been trained by the Volvo Trucks electromobility team to utilize regenerative braking and other safe driving practices designed to maximize vehicle range. The VNR Electric trucks will leave the warehouse at the beginning of the day with a 100-percent state of charge (SOC) and will ideally return near empty (10-percent SOC) at the end of their routes to take full advantage of useable energy in the battery.

“Volvo Trucks’ key to success is always aiming to improve the business value of our trucks for our customers and continuing to develop a positive impact on the total cost of ownership for the Volvo VNR Electric trucks. This research project is a critical step to ensuring the efficiency

and reliability of Class 8 battery-electric trucks regardless of the environmental factors,” said Keith Brandis, vice president of system solutions and partnerships for Volvo Group. “The results of this testing can be expected to bolster fleets’ confidence in the Volvo VNR Electric trucks’reliability and performance in all weather conditions while still providing the creature comforts for drivers.”

Similar to battery-electric passenger cars, heavy-duty battery-electric trucks can experience range reductions during extreme temperatures due to battery chemistry where the chemical and physical reactions in the battery can occur more slowly, reducing the BEV’s range. To combat that, a dedicated battery thermal management system (BTMS) is included with theVolvoVNR Electric model to manage and maintain the optimum battery temperature range.

TheBTMSisadedicatedheatingandcoolingsystemconnected to the batteries with the purpose of avoiding the chemical reaction slow down or potential cell damage in extremeconditions.Thisinturnprovideslonglifeandexcellentperformancefromthebatteriesunderavarietyofweather conditions that the vehicle encounters in real world conditions.

The other significant factor is the use of auxiliary power to either cool or warm the passenger cabin. If the ambient temperature is significantly above or below 70 to 71 degrees farenheit — the average temperature people keep their homes — the driver is more likely to turn on the heat or air conditioning, which draws energy from the battery.

In addition to the severe weather testing, UMN has developed an intelligent energy management system (EMS) connected solution tool to help fleets understand how driving style can impact range, as well as how to take advantage of more energy efficient routing and decrease the cost and time required for on-route battery charging.

The tool uses a machine learning-based algorithm to dynamically inform drivers about available range and minimumchargingrequirements,takingloadandambientcondi-

tions into consideration. The EMS also enables higher efficiency and longer range through advanced eco-route planning. To date, the EMS tool has helped Murphy and HEB achieve more than 20 percent increase in range.

“Collaborating on research projects that will have a direct impact on the viability of battery-electric trucks in extreme weather provides a tremendous opportunity for our faculty and students to not only gain insight into the role that research and development plays in industry but make a real difference in advancing sustainable transportation,” said William Northrop, professor of mechanical engineering and director of the Thomas E. Murphy Engine Research Laboratory at the University of Minnesota — Twin Cities. “Mosttestinginthepasthasbeeninalabsettingbutnowwe areworkingwithtwofleetstoimprovereal-worldrouteefficiency and driver productivity to validate our data and software.We are excited to evaluate that data for future applications and help Volvo Trucks’ customers feel confident in deploying these zero-tailpipe emission trucks in even more regionswheretheycanimprovefleetsustainabilityandlocal air quality.”

Once the research project in both climates is complete, UMN will publish the results in a series of conference and journal papers, in addition to sharing information with U.S. DOE and Volvo Trucks in the form of a final project report.

The two Volvo VNR Electric trucks participating in the field tests are supported by the Volvo Trucks commercial support teams and are maintained and serviced by Nuss Truck and Equipment, the local Volvo Trucks certified electric vehicle dealership in Minneapolis, Minn. Volvo Trucks has a robust network of certified EV dealer partners across North America that have completed the required facility upgrades and rigorous training to service and maintain the Volvo VNR Electric model to ensure peak vehicle uptime, performance, and productivity.

For more information, visit volvotrucks.us/trucks/vnrelectric/. 

Volvo Trucks North America is working with project partners at the University of Minnesota, Murphy Logistics Solutions and H-E-B Grocery Company to conduct extreme weather testing for the Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric model to analyze the impact of ambient temperature on a truck’s battery range.

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StellarAnnounces Schnieders Retiring After27-YearCareer,PromotesKingery

Stellar,anemployee-ownedandoperatedmanufacturerof mechanic trucks and cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, roll-off cable hoists, trailers and service truck and van accessories, announced that Chief Operating Officer Steve Schnieders recently retired.

“Steve has led the operations group since 2005 and since that time, Stellar has grown significantly,” said Dave Zrostlik, president of Stellar.

“Throughout this period of growth, we’ve maintained a strong tradition of operational excellence and Steve has played an integral part of that success as he helped lead numerous plant expansions and helped Stellar branch out to additional locations in northern Iowa, Nebraska and Pennsylvania.”

Schnieders joined Stellar in 1996 and was “employee number126.”Throughouthiscareer,hehasheldavarietyof leadership roles in both engineering and operations, and has been instrumental in helping grow the operational footprint to five different locations with more than 700 employees.

“We thank Steve for his tenure, service and accomplishments and wish him well with his future endeavors,” said Zrostlik.

With Schnieders’ departure, Stellar also announced the promotion of Brian Kingery to vice president of operations.

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

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KCIConstruction Leads $63M Project to Repair 13 Bridges

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The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is taking steps to make bridges over this important highway safer and ready for the future. Working with lead contractor KCI Construction, MoDOT and its team will be fixing the decks on five bridges and replacing the latex overlays in eight other locations. The work team also has demolished a pedestrian bridge north of Reavis Barracks Road. When the work concludes,theconstructionteamwillhavecompleted work on 13 pairs of north-south bridges for a total of 26 bridges in all.

The bridge work is under way in an 11mi. corridor along I-55 between the urban core in southeast St. Louis and continuing to the outer loop bypass (I-270) in the suburbs. In addition, just more than 6 mi. of median barrier will be replaced and upgraded to current standards. The project is targeted to be completedin2024andwillcost$63million.

“This work maintains the bridges and keeps them in good structural condition,” said Scott Washausen, MoDOT resident engineer of the city of St. Louis area. “Our objective is to take care of the system of roads and bridges so that they will serve the communities well into the future.”

Motorists usually don’t notice bridges unless they are failing or have become dangerous.

“We wanted to upgrade this vital corridor for the future,” said Washausen. “Our work will maintain the bridges and keep them in good structural condition even though the work might go unnoticed. We want to protect the public from failing pavement and

unsafe bridges.”

Workers stripped some of the bridges downtothegirdersyetmaintainedsafetyfor residents and workers. Because of the proximity to local neighborhoods, work crews limited their activity to the daytime. This scheduling did not allow for local traffic on the bridges on the weekends.

This portion of the project will be completed in late 2024.

“Wehavesomeresurfacingcomingupon this stretch after that, but that contract hasn’t been awarded yet,” said Washausen.

KCI Construction has had some delicate

moments. Workers demolishing some of the bridge decks needed to cut and pick off the demolished material. During the process the construction team had to be certain not to harmtheRiverDesPeres,whichflowsnearby, or interfere with Grant’s Trail, a popular bike path, underneath some of the bridges.

Theprojectrequiredsome30,000cu.yds. of concrete and about 1,500 tons of steel.

KCI and subcontractors are utilizing a large fleet of cranes, excavators, hydro demolition machines and other equipment to completethework.Therewillbeasmanyas eight structures being worked on over sever-

al work zones.

“We used ultra-high-performance concrete on the bridge joints,” said Washausen. This material is relatively new to our industry and will help prevent joint failures that can create short-notice emergencies for our maintenance team.”

As with most highway and bridge projects, staging is key on this project to get the work done right with as little inconvenience to the public as possible.

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KCI Construction used excavators with breakers and concrete saws in the demolition work.

KCI and subcontractors are utilizing a fleet of cranes, excavators, hydro demolition machines and other equipment to complete the work.

Workers performed repairs in an 11-mi. corridor along I-55 in southeast St. Louis.

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HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598

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

HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW.

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA;

PHONE: 450-346-8975

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WANTED (TX): ALL MODELS, CATERPILLAR BACKHOE LOADERS. WE ARE LOOKING FOR BACKHOES CASE 580 N/M/SM/SN AND CAT 416-420 F/E/D/C, WITH ANY HOURS & ANY CONDITION.

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478

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

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

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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.

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA;

PHONE: 450-346-8975

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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.

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

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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 AVAIL-

ABLE PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D

BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOK-

ING 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.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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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

WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30

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

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 616-813-3642

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923322489350

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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

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––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.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM

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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 (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: CATERPILLAR M320 EXCAVATOR. LOOKING FOR A MOBILE EXCAVATOR CATERPILLAR M320DSINGLE BOOM, IN WORKING CONDITION, FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE.

EMAIL: RENATO.NASCIMENTO@ ELEBBRE.COM;

PHONE: +5511994602266

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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 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

\WANTED (WORLDWIDE): DOOSAN DX480 EXCAVATORS - WANTED TO BUY USED DOOSAN EXCAVATORS DX480 - DX520 4000-5000HRS. EMAIL: AMERICAUSEDEQUIPMENT@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1-657-236-7399 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX450 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO BUY

HITACHI, JOHN DEERE, KOMATSU 300, 400, AND 450 SIZES EXCAVATORS. RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING EXC.

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

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

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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

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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

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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 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

ï Online

July 14 - 27, 2023

For: 1 Owner Van Trailers, Trucks & Small Amount of Support Equipment

ï Long Island, NY

Sat., July 22, 2023

For: Late Model Construction Equipment & more

ï Queretaro, Mexico

Thurs. July 27, 2023

For: Complete Liquidation, Retirement Auction Construction Equipment & much more

ï Online

July 28 – August 9, 2023

For: 1 Owner Liquidation, Mack

Dump Trucks, Construction Equipment & more

ï Newark, NJ

Sat., July 29, 2023

For: Consolidation Auction of Construction, Snow, Utility and more

ï Pompey, NY

Sat., August 5, 2023

For: Late Model Construction & Ag Equipment & more

ï Watertown, NY

Tues., August 15, 2023

For: Completion of Major Project

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

ï NE Regional Event

July 25 - 27, 2023

ï Alum Creek, WV

August 1, 2023

ï Rocky Mountain Event

August 2 - 3, 2023

ï Restructuring WB Pipeline

August 9, 2023

ï Tipton, CA

August 10, 2023

ï Houston, TX

August 22 – 24, 2023

ABSOLUTE AUCTION & REALTY, INC.

www.AARauctions.com

800-243-0061

ï Online

Ends July 26, 2023

For: Wheeled Excavator Auction

ï Online

Ends August 13, 2023

For: Town of Callicoon Surplus Auction

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

ï Online

July 12 – August 1, 2023

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

Coming Auctions

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

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

ï Online

Fri., July 28, 2023

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

ï Online

Sat., August 12, 2023

For: Sacramento Equipment Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com

1-877-BIDADOO

ï Online

July 25, 2023

ï Online

August 1, 2023

BIG IRON AUCTIONS

www.bigiron.com

800-937-3558

ï Online

July 26, 2023

ï Online

August 2, 2023

BLACK STAR ACA

www.blackstaraca.com

800-610-2192

ï Online

July 26, 2023

ï Online

August 30, 2023

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS

www.brightstarauctions.com

574-825-0704

ï Allensville, PA

Fri., July 28, 2023

For: Big Valley Consignment Auction

ï Online

Wed., August 16, 2023

For: IronRing Online Auction (various locations)

BUSSEY BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.busseybros.hibid.com

844-SOLD-BBA

ï Greenville, OH

Sat., August 5, 2023

For: Heavy Equipment & Ag Equipment Auction

HESS AUCTIONEERS

www.hessauctioneers.net

866-511-2493

ï Marietta, PA

Fri., August 11, 2023

For: Truck, Trailer & Equipment Auction

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION

www.iraymn.com

320-968-7230

ï Online

Wed., August 9, 2023

For: Heavy Equipment, Semi, Truck, Trailer Consignment Auction

J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS

www.jjkane.com

856-764-7163

ï Online

Tues., July 25, 2023

For: Southeast Regional Timed Auction

ï Online

Thurs., July 27, 2023

For: Concord North Carolina Auction

ï Online

Thurs., July 27, 2023

For: Dixon California Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com

888-897-8864

ï Online

July 27 - 28, 2023

For: Monthly Public Live Online Auction

JAMES G. MURPHY INC.

AUCTIONEERS

www.murphyauction.com

425-486-1246

ï Online

August 3 - 10, 2023

For: Marysville Heavy Equipment, Contractors Equipment & Vehicles Online Auction

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com

601-450-6200

ï East Graham, NC

Tues., July 25, 2023

For: Bunker Heavy Lift Cranes Excess Equipment Auction

ï Adrian, MN

Thurs., August 3, 2023

For: Reker Construction & Aggregate LLC Retirement Public Auction

ï Clayton, IN

Thurs., August 3, 2023

For: Midwest Construction & Farm Equipment Auction

ï Glencoe, MN

Tues., August 8, 2023

For: Upper Midwest Late Summer Construction Equipment & Truck Unreserved Public Auction

ï Online

Thurs., August 17, 2023

For: Virtual Crane, Heavy Transport & Support Equipment Auction

ï Brooklyn, MS

Sat., August 19, 2023

For: Late Summer Construction & Transportation Public Auction

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION

www.purplewave.com

866-608-9283

ï Online

Tues., July 25, 2023

For: Government Auction

ï Online

Wed., July 26, 2023

For: Ag Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., July 27, 2023

For: Truck & Trailer Auction

ï Online

Wed., August 2, 2023

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., August 3, 2023

For: Construction Equipment Auction

ï Online

Tues., August 8, 2023

For: Government Auction

RES AUCTION SERVICES

www.RES.bid

833-SOLD-RES

ï Wooster, OH

Thurs., August 10, 2023

For: Commercial Truck & Trailer Consignment Auction

ROSEN & COMPANY, INC.

www.rosenandcompany.com

216-990-1831

ï Online

Wed., August 16, 2023

For: Crane Truck, JCB Telehandlers

ï Cleveland, OH

Fri., August 18, 2023

For: Live/Online Summer Equipment & Machinery Auction

RTI AUCTIONS

www.teitsworth.com

585-243-1563

ï Online

July 18 - 25, 2023

For: July NetAuction: Edition 2

SALES AUCTION COMPANY, LLC

www.salesauctioncompany.com

860-627-7506

ï Easthampton, MA

Thurs., August 10, 2023

For: Dietz Construction Corp.

Complete Dispersal One Owner Retirement Sale

SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC

www.shetronequipment.com

717-532-8828

ï Shippensburg, PA

Wed., July 26, 2023

For: Farm & Construction Equipment Auction. Live & Online.

STEFFES GROUP INC.

www.steffesgroup.com

701-237-9173s

ï Online

July 28 – Aug. 4, 2023

For: Steffes Construction Auction

ï Online

August 2 - 9, 2023

For: Williston Tank Rental Retirement Auction

ï Online

August 8 - 15, 2023

For: Steffes Truck & Transportation Auction

VANTAGE AUCTIONS

www.vantageauctions.com

951-228-9040

ï Lake Elsinore, CA

Sat., July 22, 2023

For: Heavy Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction Co.

WAUSAU ACTIONEERS

www.wausauauctioneers.com

800-432-1922

ï Merrill, WI

Fri., September 8, 2023

For: 25th Annual Fall Equipment Auction

WSM AUCTIONEERS

www.wsmauctioneers.com

623-936-3300

ï Online

Sat., August 12, 2023

For: Virtual Online Public Auction

YODER & FREY HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

www.yoderandfrey.com

419-865-3990

ï Kissimmee, FL

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Florida Auction Sit

AUCTION CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

200+ ITEMS SELL NO RESERVE!

INVENTORY INCLUDES: dozers, wheel loaders, haul truck, rock saw, backhoes, excavator, dump trucks, skid steers, telehandler, scraper, mini excavator, screening plants, crane truck, single drum vibratory roller, drilling rig truck, bucket trucks, and more.

INVENTORY INCLUDES: excavators, skid steers, dump trucks, wheel loader, track loader, vacuum truck, service truck, crane truck, bucket truck, mini excavator, digger derrick trucks, planer elevating scraper and more. All items are sold “AS IS.” 10% buyers premium applies.

Business Calendar

To view our Business Calendar online, go to www.constructionequipmentguide.com.

For information on CRANE SAFETY COURSES: cranesafe@gmail.com 800/654-5640

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 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

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vlea 230901/)

Dates: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 (1:00 PM) to Thursday, October 19, 2023 (4:00 PM)

ONLINE/VIRTUAL

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/building-information-modeling-education-program/)

Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 – 9:00 AM to Friday, September 29, 2023 – 5:30 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• Advanced Safety Management Training Course (https://www.agc.org/learn/education-training/safetytraining/advanced-safety-management-training-course)

Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 – 8:00 AM to Friday, September 29, 2023 – 3:30 PM

Arlington, Virginia

Safety and Health

For Further information, contact AGC: Phone: 703/548-3118

Email: info@agc.org

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 Annual Golf Tournament

Date: Friday, August 4, 2023

Times: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT

Location: Meadow Wood Golf Course 24501 E. Valley Way Ave, Liberty Lake, WA 99019

Location: Liberty Lake Golf Course 24403 E. Sprague Avenue, Liberty Lake, WA 99019

Description: The Inland Northwest AGC Summer Golf Tournament is our biggest social event of the year! Playing both Meadow Wood and Liberty Lake Golf Courses with over 275 players, 50 sponsors and dozens of contests, is a great way for members to get involved with the AGC. Networking opportunities do not get any better than this! Whether you bring a group of clients to play in the tournament, host an activity on the course or simply take advantage of one of the many sponsorship opportunities, the AGC Tournament offers everyone a way to gain exposure and promote their business.

We look forward to making this the best tournament yet and hope to see everyone out on the course!

For more information on the AGC Annual Golf Tournament, contact: Inland Northwest AGC/NWAGC, 4935 E. Trent Avenue, Spokane, WA 99212. Telephone: 509/5350391. Email: info@nwagc.org.

For General Information, contact: AGC of America, 2300 Wilson Blvd., Suite 400, Arlington, VA 22201.

Telephone: 703/548-3118. Fax: 703/548-3119.

Email: info@agc.org. Website: www.agc.org.

AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA)

PWX Public Works Expo 2023

(formerly known as International Public Works Congress & Exposition, “The Best Show in Public Works”)

Dates: August 27 – 30, 2023

Place: San Diego Convention Center 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Description: With new education formats, new innovations and technologies, and more networking opportunities than ever before, APWA’s newly branded PWX Conference provides attendees with a fantastic learning environment, no matter their level of Public Works experience. PWX provides a first-class multi-modal learning experience designed for professionals at all levels and across the entire spectrum of Public Works. Come prepared to see, hear, touch, and discuss in a variety of traditional and interactive sessions, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees can also spend time on North America’s largest exhibit floor for Public Works equipment and services – we’ve carved out generous portions of non-compete time, so you don’t miss any sessions. Kick tires, talk about technology or get the scoop on new products. To take advantage of everything PWX has to offer with more than 5,000 Public Works colleagues from North America and beyond, meet us in San Diego!

Areas Covered: Career & Personal Development; Construction Management; Emergency Management; Engineering & Technology; Environment/Sustainability; Facilities; Fleet Services; Management; Parks & Grounds; Snow & Ice; Solid Waste; Stormwater/Flood Control; Streets/Roads/Bridges; Traffic Engineering; Utilities/Right-of-Way; Water & Wastewater.

The American Public Works Association (APWA) serves professionals in all aspects of Public Works, with a worldwide membership of more than 30,000.

About PWX: PWX draws thousands of public works professionals from all over the world.

. Outstanding education sessions that address current public works issues – as well as ongoing challenges.

. The chance to see an extensive gathering of exhibitors that will showcase the latest products, services, and technologies specific to Public Works.

. Opportunities to network with your peers, hone your leadership abilities, and learn new job skills.

For more information on this conference and the benefits of joining APWA, contact the APWA National Office: Phone: 800/848-APWA (2792) or Email: memberservices@apwa.net.

AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE (ACI)

12th International Structural Engineering & Construction Conference

Dates: August 14, 2023, to August 18, 2023

Place: University of Illinois at Chicago Chicago, IL

The 12th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference (ISEC-12) will be held in Chicago, USA (August 14 – 18, 2023). It is an exciting opportunity for the ISEC Community to continue to grow and adapt, remain always motivated, responsive, and open to new ideas. The conference theme is “Innovative Theory and Practices in Structural Engineering and Construction”. The Conference aims to bring together state-of-the-art research, cutting edge technologies and their applications in the fields of structural engineering, and construction engineering and management. The conference is dedicated to scientific exchanges among participants designed to maximize interactions and encourage networking and future collaborations. For more information on this Conference, call the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Phone: 1.248-848-3800

SCRAP EXPO - A Live Demonstration Event!

Place: Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville, KENTUCKY

Dates: September 12 – 13, 2023

Registration is now open for Scrap Expo!

The industry’s first live demonstration event, Scrap Expo, is BACK, returning to Louisville, Kentucky! Taking place September 12 – 13, 2023, this one-of-a-kind event officially has opened registration. Register today and take advantage of super early bird registration rates! Scrap Expo is a unique event designed especially for scrap metal dealers and processors, auto dismantlers and others handling and preparing ferrous and nonferrous scrap.

It’s a hands-on event that allows attendees to operate equipment and see live demonstrations. You will get to grab the joystick and feel how the equipment responds.

You will also be able to explore our indoor exhibit hall and outdoor demo area, where you will be able to test-drive, move, cut, and prepare scrap in real time!

See live demonstrations of baling, logging, and shearing equipment. Our educational program includes sessions that will provide insights you need to understand what scrap buyers want.

The event also will include technical training sessions covering machine maintenance and operation as well as informative sessions on scrap identification and markets.

For more information on this Event, Email: conference@gie.net. Phone: 216/393-0300 and Phone: 216/525-0515.

FARM SCIENCE REVIEW

The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) https://fsr.osu.edu

Dates: September 19 – 21, 2023

Place The Molly Caren Agricultural Center (MCAC) London, Ohio

Location: Ohio State’s 2,100-acre Molly Caren Agricultural Center is located two (2) miles North of London on U. S. Route 40.

Airport Accessibility: The Columbus and Dayton airports are nearly equal distance from the site.

Admission: $10.00 in advance from most Ohio agribusinesses and all county offices of Ohio State University Extension.

$15.00 at the gate. Children five (5) years of age and under are admitted FREE!

Sponsors: The Ohio State University’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences: Resident Instruction Programs, OSU Extension and Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center.

Other Information: The FSR does not allow pets at the event. Only service animals are permitted.

2023 Features at-a-Glance: . This is the 61st Farm Science Review, the 41st at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center.

. Hundreds of demonstration plots and several million dollars’ worth of machinery.

. 17 years of inductions into the Farm Science Review Hall of Fame.

. Ohio Farmer Conservation Awards; Thursday at 11:30.

. OSU Central, featuring demonstrations and displays from OSU colleges and departments.

. Lots of farm safety, home safety and health information.

. Comprehensive field demonstrations each day of the show.

. Expanded programs on conservation practices in the Gwynne Conservation Area.

We expect to completely fill the commercial exhibit area this year, with over 600 exhibitors from all over North America in the Central Exhibit Area.

For more information on this event, contact The Ohio State University, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. Farm Science Review, 135 State Route 38 NE, London, OH 43140. Phone: 614/292-4278. Email: fsrinfo@osu.edu.

II9244 ‘16 CAT 963K track loader

LH9717 ‘19 John Deere 180G LC excavator

II9243 ‘10 John Deere 824K wheel loader DO2856 ‘14 CAT 12M2 AWD VHP Plus motor grader

MY9472 ‘72 Vince-hagan HT7250-25 batch plant

DO5125 ‘05 Komatsu PC400LC7L excavator

BR9809 ‘07 Kenworth T800 dump truck

DO5129 ‘05 Roadtec RX500 planer

KW9203 ‘06 Int’l 4300 digger derrick truck

RESAuctionServicesHoldsEquipmentSaleinWooster,Ohio

RESAuction Services held a live and online construction and farm equipment auction at the company’s headquarterslocationinWooster,Ohio,onJune27.A large selection of backhoes, excavators, wheel loaders, skid steers, trucks, trailers and farm equipment filled the auction company’s 64-acre equipment yard, attracting a large crowd of onsite equipment buyers while drawing heavy online bidding as well.

Established in 1973, RES Auction Services held its first auction at the Wooster facility in 2017 and has since added an indoor bidding area and offices. The family-owned companyhasestablishedastrongreputationinnortheastOhiofor its real estate, agriculture and heavy equipment auctions and has received more than 20 national and state auctioneer awards.

The company’s next quarterly construction and farm equipment auction at the RES equipment yard is scheduled for Sept. 2.

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

Brian Wilson of BSW Trucking considered bidding on these mobile light towers.

Smith Family Farm’s Corey Smith inspects the John Deere 410J backhoes.

RES Auction Services co-owner and auctioneer Andy White takes one more bid before dropping the gavel on another sold machine.

Brothers Joe (L) and Josh Thompson of Thompson Oil and Gas check under the hood of this Ford F550XL Super Duty truck.

Crowds of equipment buyers converged on the RES Auction Services’ equipment yard in Wooster, Ohio.

Vintage John Deere equipment enthusiast Brian Starcher of Starcher’s Deere Farm looks at the John Deere 260 skid steer.

Cistone Excavating’s Nick Cistone, seen here trying out this Caterpillar 308D excavator, hoped to pick up some equipment at the auction.

ComplianceAgencyFocusesOnCertainHigh-DollarProjects

the audit radar. Those contractors will be sent an official scheduling letter as advance notice of their respective audit, to ensure companies are in compliance before the audit.

Keeping an Eye On Audits

“The construction industry should monitor OFCCP’s regulatory requirements for constructioncontractors,”wroteLisaMarsh, Jackson Lewis Law, which specializes in workplace law.

She said now is the time for contractors to review their company’s compliance program with an eye to making improvements where necessary.

“Noncompliant contractors may face technical or discrimination violations and, in extreme circumstances, contract cancelation and debarment,” said Marsh.

The OFCCP has a list of 16 mandatory affirmativeactionsteps,containedinaguide published by the agency. Marsh points to five major categories included in OFCCP’s Construction Contractors Technical Assistance Guide. These categories are recruitment practices, training, implementation of EEO policy, analyzing personnel activity and solicitations/contracts with subcontractors.

Specifically, diversity recruitment is one of the most frequently cited OFCCP audit violations, said Marsh.

“Many contractors rely on unions to fill construction jobs, and many are unaware of their requirement to separately engage in diversity recruitment.”

Shesaidinworkingcloselywithunionsto engage diversity organizations, contractors can neglect their obligation to demonstrate compliance. These companies also must analyze their personnel activity to conform with Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures.

The goal should be to ensure one race or genderisnotadverselyimpactedbythecontractor’s hiring practices.

“This requires the contractor to not only solicit and maintain the gender and race of itsemployees,buttoalsotrackitsapplicants, including demographic information,” said Marsh.

Other contractor requirements include posting notices in employee areas, and notifying OFCCP of certain subcontracts within 10 days, she said.

“Contractors with a $50,000 and $150,000 non-federally assisted contract must comply with OFCCP’s regulations related to individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.”

Mega Projects Under Microscope

The OFCCP also has certain high-dollar

projects on its radar. The agency’s Mega Construction Project Program was launched in March of this year.

The program includes 12 federally funded projects with a value of $35 million or more and a timeline of at least one year. After the spring announcement, OFCCP held a public information session to outline plans for working with contractors.

The agency intends to work throughout the project with the direct and subcontractors awarded these jobs.

“OFCCP will require the employer working on the selected Mega Projects to participate in EEO Committee meetings,” said Marsh. “The meetings will include relevant unions, diversity recruitment organizations, and, potentially, other relevant government enforcement agencies.”

The increased industry attention is part of a move by Director JennyYang, to reinvigorateOFCCP’soversightofaffirmativeaction compliance efforts. The agency plans to engage contractors and subs at the pre-bid andpost-bidstagestoprovideongoingcompliance assistance.

OFCCP also will evaluate contractors’ efforts to recruit and utilize talent from underrepresented backgrounds.

“OFCCPtouts these projects as examples ofhowinvolvementearlyandoftencanpositively affect the community,” according to JacksonLewisLaw.“Withthelaunchofthis new program, construction contractors on

Mega Projects can expect their chances of being audited by OFCCPto spike.”

Dissecting Audit Process

In evaluating contractors, OFCCP looks at all federal, federally assisted and non-federal construction projects across all counties in a geographic area. Understanding the OFCCP’srequirementscanhelpacontractor prepare for an audit and reduce the risk of costly settlements.

Human resources specialist Berkshire saidOFCCPexiststoensurethattheselected contractor is fulfilling contractual affirmative action program obligations. The agency wants to see regularly prepared plans, plan compliance with regulations, requisite data and complete annual data analyses.

“TheOFCCPalsoreviewswhetheracontractor has engaged in any discriminatory

hiring, promotion, termination or pay practices,” wrote Berkshire.

This is done by evaluating detailed personnel activity and compensation data about all employees covered by the affirmativeactionplanunderreview.

“The agency recovers money from the contractor at fault to repay applicants and employees for missing back pay and salary adjustments.”

The agency can require that contractors establish hiring goals as part of a resolution and can debar non-compliant contractors from federal contracting work.

Qualifying contractors are required to maintain up-to-date affirmative action plans and data regarding personnel decisions and other employment records. This data should be analyzed regularly to monitor for OFCCP compliance red flags, suggested Berkshire.

“Each employee must be included in the affirmative action program of the establishment at which he or she works.”

Covered contractors have detailed recordkeeping obligations and must perform annual analyses of their personnel activity, according to Berkshire. That includes applicant, hiring, promotions, terminations and compensation systems. And contractors must evaluate workforce representation against expected availability to determine if annual placement goals should be established.

In the compliance audits, OFCCP wants to see that contractors can ensure one race or gender is not adversely impacted by company hiring practices.

OFCCP is tracking diversity recruitment practices, among other compliance areas, in auditing federal IIJA contracts.

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Bridge Project Requires Deck Demolition, Rehabilitation

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able to keep at least two lanes open in each direction. We decided to keep lanes at more than 11.5 feet, even though this meant occasionally sacrificing a third lane. Having wide lanes and maintaining wide shoulders kept the traffic moving along well.”

Inconvenience is inevitable during major construction projects like this.

“We had to keep Carondelet Connector, a major bike and pedestrian path, closed for a year while work on the bridge over the Union Pacific railroadwasbeingcompleted.Still,people were able to get to the major commercial districts, casinos and work without too much difficulty.”

The construction team also crafted detours to low-stress roadways to con-

tinue construction and give motorists alternative pathways.

Interstate 55 is a major commuting routeforpeopleandtrucktraffictraveling into St. Louis. Washausen summarized the project’s successes.

“By bundling all the bridge projects together, we have been able to improve coordination, reduce the impact to the public and reduce costs.”  CEG

OFCCP Focuses On Companies Receiving ILJAMoney

COMPLIANCE from page 79

“Specific analyses also must be completed to evaluate a contractor’s progress in meeting government-established utilization goals for individuals with disabilities and hiring benchmarks for protected veterans,” said Berkshire.

Companies may conduct the necessary analyses and reports internally, or they may seek outside assistance.

“If you have limited resources or knowledge, our recommendation is to obtain guidance,” said the labor law specialists. “Since these laws can be complex, expert interpretation is often needed.”

Are You in Compliance?

Under its frequently asked questions section, the DOLexplains the good-faith efforts construction contractors are required to take.

Toincreaseparticipationofminoritiesand women in skilled trades, contractors must maintain a harassment-free work environment.

These good-faith efforts also include recruiting minorities and women, and developing on-the-job training for these workforce sectors. Contractors should develop and disseminate EEO policies and evaluate minorities and women for promotional

opportunities.

Unintended discriminatory effects resulting from personnel practices should be constantly monitored.

“Contractors must document their goodfaith efforts fully, which consist of the actions and steps they take to ensure the requirements are met,” according to DOL.

Another question asks if a contractor is meeting all participation goals for minorities and women, can it assume it’s not engaging in any discrimination. DOL’s answer is “not necessarily.” Participation goals are an important aspect of recruiting and developing a more diverse workforce, according to the agency.

“Contractors that meet these goals still need to assess their practices for possible employment discrimination,” wrote the agency.

In determining whether employment discrimination has taken place, OFCCP examines how each minority group is affected by a contractor’s practices.

“Executive Order 11246 prohibits discrimination on sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and on inquiring about, discussinganddisclosingpay,”saidtheagency. Regulationsprohibitcontractorsfromdiscriminating on the basis of disability and

protected veteran status if they hold a direct federal construction contract.

“Whether a contractor is meeting its participation goals for women and minorities has no bearing on whether it is engaging in discrimination on these other bases.”

Ifemployeesorapplicantsexperiencediscriminationinassociationwithafederalconstruction contractor, what are potential scenarios for the contractor?

According to DOL, employees or applicants can file a complaint with OFCCP, EEOC or a state or local civil rights agency with jurisdiction. Additionally, if they are enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program, they can file a complaint with the apprenticeship registration agency.

“Theregistrationagencymayreferacomplaint to OFCCP or to another enforcement agency, as appropriate,” according to DOL.

What if a contractor fails to meet participation goals — is it in violation? “Not necessarily,” is DOL’s FAQ response. “Contractors must engage in outreach and other good-faith efforts to broaden the pool of qualified candidates to include minorities and women.”

Good-faith efforts include monitoring the effectiveness of outreach and recruitment strategies in attracting diverse applicants.

Linking with different or additional referral sources in the event that recruitment efforts fail to produce a diverse pipeline of applicants is another positive move.

“The participation goals are not quotas, and no sanctions are imposed solely for failure to meet them,” said DOL. “A contractor’s compliance is measured by whether it has made good faith efforts to expand employment opportunities and break down barriers to employment for minorities and women.”

Something else to think about: Accommodationrequestrecordsrequiredby contractors to maintain. Contractors are required to maintain records of requests relatedtopregnancy,childbirth,relatedmedical conditions and religious practices and observances. In addition, direct federal contractors are required to maintain records of requests related to disabilities, including those from disabled veterans.

“Specifically, contractors should maintain documentation on requests made, relevant meetings and discussions held and final dispositions. OFCCP regulations require contractors to grant reasonable accommodation requests unless they can demonstrate that doing so would impose an ‘undue hardship’ on the operation of its business.”

MoDOT photo

KCI Construction replaced the latex overlays on eight bridges.

Workers stripped off the deck of bridges over I-55 in St. Louis.

Land Improvement Contractors Association...

Ill. LICAHosts OSHATrench Safety Competent Training

The Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association (ILICA) invites contractors and operators to an OSHA Trench Safety Competent Person

Certification training on the campus of IllinoisCentralCollege(ICC)inEastPeoria, Ill., on Aug. 2, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

During this training, contractors will learn about OSHA regu lations for trenching and excavating; safe excavating procedures; pre-dig require ments; and more. With classroom training in the morning followed by hands-on training in-field in the after noon,wheremultipletrenchandpitsce narioswillbepresentonanactivejobsite, this training is the perfect, in-depth training for all employees that dig or enter trenches.

Registration includes lunch and certification documentation for $50 per person (free toIllinoisLICAmembersvolunteeringatthe ICC tile and WASCB demo). Pre-registration is required at form.jotform.com/231783931805057 or by calling 309/9321230.

About Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association

Illinois LICA is a not-forprofit trade association dedicated to the professional conservation of soil and water resources. ILICA provides contractors construction and conservation education; business and legislative resources; and industry discounts. For more information, visit illica.net. 

ABC:Construction AddsJobs in June

Constructionindustryemploymentincreasedby23,000in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released July 7 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Industry employment has risen by 198,000 jobs since June 2022, an increase of 2.6 percent, to 7.947 million.

Nonresidential construction employment rose by 12,200 positionsonnet,withpositivegrowthintwoofthethreesubcategories. Heavy and civil engineering added 7,300 positions, while nonresidential building added an additional 5,400 jobs. Nonresidential specialty trade contractors lost 500 jobs on net.

The construction unemployment rate increased to 3.6 percent.Unemploymentacrossallindustriesdecreasedfrom3.7 percent in May to 3.6 percent in June.

“Theorysuggeststhattheroughly500-basispointincrease in the federal funds rate over the past year would weigh on thedemandforconstructionworkers,yettheindustrycontinues to add thousands of jobs each month,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “Contractors have collectively added jobs in 15 of the past 16 months, and ABC’s Construction Confidence Index suggests they will continue to increase staffing levels through the remainder of the year.

“TheJunejobsreport,alongwithyesterday’sJOLTSdata, confirm that labor shortages will continue to provide a stiff headwind to hiring,” said Basu.

For more information, visit abc.org. 

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