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Wausau Auctioneers Hosts Fall Auction in Wisconsin
Ringman Bryan Mergen of Wausau Auctioneers scans the crowd for more bids on the trucks.
Wausau Auctioneers held its annual fall equipment auction in Merrill, Wis., on Sept. 10, and featured construction and agriculture machines, as well as trucks, supplies and more.
Items up for bid included dozers, excavators, loaders, lifts and skid steers, forestry equipment and more from manufacturers including Caterpillar, New Holland, John Deere, Case, Terex and others.
Wausau Auctioneers was founded in 1979 by Carl Theorin and Bob Lazewski and has conducted more than 2,000 auctions. The company primarily conducts sales in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Michigan, Iowa, Indiana and Ohio.
For more information, visitwausauauctioneers.com. (All photographs in this article are Copyright 2021 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.) CEG
Checking out this Cat 318 wheeled excavator is Chuck Foldy.
There were plenty of wheel loaders for bidders to choose from at Wausau Auctioneers’ annual fall auction. The father-and-son-team of Tim (L) and Lyle Brewer have a look at this Terex TC125 excavator.
Brothers Ambrose (L) and Joe Lisowe plan to place a bid on this John Deere 590D excavator.
Perry Wilkinson (L) of Wilkinson Auctioneers and John Theorin of Wausau Auctioneers meet up at the auction.
Strategic Partnership... eBay, bidadoo Announce Partnership to Transform Heavy Equipment Industry
eBay Inc., a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world, announced a strategic partnership and investment in bidadoo, a leading online remarketing and auction company of equipment, trucks and capital assets.
As one of the largest marketplaces for heavy equipment, eBay offers buyers a wide selection of equipment, trucks, parts and attachments for industries from construction to transportation to agriculture. This partnership will combine the proven platform and global reach of eBay with the unique capabilities and experience of bidadoo.
In the United States, the used heavy equipment market is estimated to be between $50 billion and $60 billion. This highly fragmented industry — historically reliant on offline, in-person sales and auctions — has seen adoption of online equipment marketplaces accelerate through the COVID-19 pandemic. This trend further enhances eBay's ecosystem of cross-category commerce, which sees high-value buyers on the marketplace purchase in more than one category.
Of note, 25 percent of equipmentbuyers on eBay also purchase parts and attachments for their machines. Through this partnership, eBay and bidadoo will meet customers' needs by leveraging technology, data and expertise to deliver industryleading, end-to-end solutions and value. bidadoo brings specialized expertise in the heavy equipment sector, with a proven ability to provide a deep level of customer trust and assurances. Through bidadoo, eBay buyers have access to the best used construction equipment from leading manufacturers, governments, rental companies, contractors and financial institutions, all supported by eBay’s Business Equipment Protection Program (BEPP). Additionally, bidadoo provides eBay buyers an added layer of confidence with the transaction — every bidadoo equipment listing includes a detailed condition report, photos and video demonstration, and is sold with the bidadoo 100 percent guarantee, allowing for a full refund if a listing was not accurately represented.
“We are on a path to making eBay the best destination for customers across a wide range of categories,” said Jordan Sweetnam, SVP North America at eBay. “We need deep expertise and a broad mix of inventory across our top categories — whether sourcing 45-ton excavators or a pair of Jordan 4s. bidadoo has been a leader in delivering solutions for heavy equipment buyers for nearly two decades, and will be a critical partner in eBay’s journey to expand our experiences in this vertical.”
“We are excited to deepen our partnership with eBay to expand our asset remarketingand auction solutions,” said Howard Hawk, president of bidadoo.
“For over 18 years on eBay, bidadoo has been committed to delivering the best business and industrial buying and selling experience in the industry. From day one, we chose to build our business on eBay. We share a similar vision and DNA: being passionately customer-centric and laser-focused on improving marketplace and ecommerce efficiencies. Beyond this, we are both centered around trust and transparency. This investment will allow us to bring new solutions and capabilities that will add significant value to our customers and continue to grow our very passionate team.”
The rapid shift in the heavy equipment online markets has created an opportunity for eBay and bidadoo to leverage their respective strengths. Together, eBay and bidadoo are committed to deliver value, selection and a trusted buying and selling experience for all customers, and be a leading solution in the market.
For more information about eEbay, visit www.ebayinc.com. For more information about bidadoo, visit www.bidadoo.com.
Ritchie Bros., a global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions, announced that its chief operating officer, Jim Kessler, will take on the additional role of president, effective immediately.
“The president role will align our global revenue, services, operations, and critical support functions under Jim’s leadership,” said Ritchie Bros. CEO Ann Fandozzi.
Kessler has more than 20 years of experience in senior leadership positions, including those of president, chief operating officer and chief financial officer.
Fandozzi continued, “We are creating a more integrated view of our programs and resources at Ritchie Bros. to provide the best customer solutions and scale the business. I’m extremely excited about the potential in front of us and am passionate about improving the buyer and seller customer journey as I focus on accelerating our transition to a modern architecture, strategic partnerships, M&A and other foundational elements to create a more robust marketplace for insights, services and transaction solutions for commercial assets.”
For more information, visit www.rbauction.com.
Ritchie Bros. Names Kessler President
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Long Bridge, while also removing the old northbound Mile Long Bridge.”
There are 12 prime contractors serving on the project.
The scope of the work can be measured by the amount of materials the Tollway expects to use to complete the project, including 5 million cu. yds. of concrete; 1.1 million tons of asphalt; and 1.2 billion lbs. of structural steel.
Crews expect to move more than 5 million cu. yds. of dirt as they reconstruct and add new traffic lanes and replace bridges, while installing about 23 mi. of noisewalls to help shield neighboring homes and businesses from traffic noise.
The Mile Long Bridge project involves building two new, side-byside, 4,800-ft.-long structures adjacent to the existing bridge and increasing capacity from four lanes in each direction to five lanes in each direction.
The Tollway designed the new bridge structures to be built adjacent to the existing bridge, which allows the existing four lanes of traffic to be maintained in each direction throughout construction. The bridges will carry traffic on I-294 over two major railroads, three waterways, local roads and a major distribution center for UPS and the BNSF Railway.
The new bridge structures were designed with fewer piers to reduce the environmental impact on the waterways and the industrial areas below the bridge. Each bridge will have 27 spans supported by 26 piers, fewer than half the number of piers required to support the original bridge.
The Illinois Tollway is reconstructing the BNSF Railway Bridge, which carries the triple-track railroad over I294 between Hinsdale and Western Springs, to accommodate the reconstruction and widening of the Central Tri-State Tollway.
“This year, the Tollway is building a new, longer and wider two-span steel beam bridge that will accommodate four railroad tracks. Last year, the Tollway completed construction of a temporary bypass bridge that allows freight and commuter rail service to continue during construction of the permanent bridge. The $96 million project is scheduled to continue through 2022.
“The Tollway still has to complete the reconstruction of the I-290/I-88 Interchange with I-294, which is not designed for the more than 300,000 vehicles that use it daily, and is a notorious bottleneck on the Tollway system,” said Alvarez. “Work began this year to reconstruct the St. Charles Road Interchange at I-290 as part of this project. Four interchange ramps on the east side of I-290 will be reconstructed and a segment of westbound I-290 will be widened. Other uncompleted work includes removing the over-the-road pavilion at the Hinsdale Oasis to allow I-294 under the pavilion to be widened to six lanes in each direction.”
Main equipment being used on the project includes cranes, front-end loaders, excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, concrete pavers, milling machines, asphalt paving machines, skid steers, dump trucks, bucket trucks, manlifts, concrete trucks, concrete pumps, pile driving machines, vibratory hammers, diamond grinding machines, grooving machines and slipform machines.
The Central Tri-State Project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2026. CEG
Illinois Tollway photo
Drainage improvements are ongoing near Bridgeview as part of the Central Tri-State Tollway (I-294) Project.
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ASSOCIATON GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC)
AGC Annual Convention 2021 Dates: September 21 – 23, 2021 Location: Marriott World Center, Orlando, FL The AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes the opportunity to gain business-critical insights into the issues most affecting their operations. From risk management to safety on the jobsite to the latest in project management solutions, AGC brings together experts from across the industry to share their knowledge and help prepare contractors to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. And no time is better than now to prepare your company for the challenges (and opportunities) facing our industry as we collectively emerge from the pandemic, grapple with economic uncertainty, and navigate the legislative and regulatory policies of the new administration. Experience for yourself how the AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes and markets the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage, to help protect key business interests, make important industry connections, and to prepare for industry disruptions. Bring Your Team to the AGC Equipment, Technology & Construction Solutions Expo: The AGC Annual Convention is the place for construction superintendents, project managers, senior executives, and owners to hone their knowledge as contractors, and the AGC Equipment, Technology & Construction Solutions Expo provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for your whole team to meet with more than 100 leading industry suppliers showcasing the latest tools, solutions and equipment to power your construction business. Registration is now open! For more information visit https://convention.agc.org/
ASSOCIATON OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS (AEM)
The Utility Expo (FORMERLY ICUEE) Dates: September 28 – 30, 2021 Location: Kentucky Exposition Center 937 Philips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209 We are excited to announce ICUEE has a new name: The Utility Expo. This all-inclusive name better reflects The Utility Expo experience – a place where professionals from all utilities come together to share new equipment, new ideas, and new solutions. Covering more than 30 acres, The Utility Expo is the largest event for utility professionals and construction contractors seeking the latest industry technologies, innovations, and trends. Top five Reasons to Attend The Utility Expo 2021: • See, touch and experience 30+ acres of new equipment, safety products, and technology • Network with 19,000+ industry peers from all utility sectors • Test-drive and compare the latest equipment before you buy or rent
• Attend education right on the show floor to learn about the latest best practices from industry experts • Talk to product experts from over 800+ manufacturers and hear first-hand how to get the most out of your equipment Tickets for The Utility Expo 2021 are now available. The earlier you register, the more you save! To register, visit https://www.theutilityexpo.com/. For more conference information please contact 508-743-8531 or email us at TheUtilityExpo@Xpressreg.net.
THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS’ (ASCE)
ASCE 2021 VIRTUAL Convention Dates: October 6 – October 8, 2021 Description: The American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) Convention is the Society’s premiere membership event. It is the single annual opportunity where the entire Society joins together reflecting the diversity that ASCE encompasses. The Convention program is designed to have integrated, multi-disciplinary, technical, and educational components to meet the needs of the profession. Registration is now open! (This registration includes access to ASCE Blue Sky Innovation Contest, OPAL Awards Gala, and ASCE Tech Talks) For more information and to register for this event, please visit https://convention.asce.org/ Registration Questions?, Contact registrations@asce.org, or call +1 (800) 548-2723 or +1 (703) 295-6300 and ask to speak with a registration ASCE Customer Service representative.
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SHEET METAL AND AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS' NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (SMACNA)
2021 SMACNA Annual Conference Dates: Octoberr 24 – 27, 2021 Location: Marriott World Center Maui, Hawaii The 2021 SMACNA Annual Convention is being held in person October 24-27, 2021 in Maui, Hawaii. This year will be different in many respects, yet we will find comfort in the high-quality networking and educational experience members have come to expect. Almost all differences experienced this year will be a result of a higher focus on safety in accordance with hotel, local and state mandated policies. Registration is now open! SMACNA exists to address issues common to member firms that impact the industry nationally and internationally. The association serves members' needs to improve their business environment through industry education, labor relations, standards, industry representation and business studies. For more information and to register, visit http://www.smacna.org/.
ASSOCIATION OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS (AEM)
2021 AEM Annual Conference Dates: November 10-12, 2021 Location: JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa 5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054 The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) 2021 Annual Conference delivers a single place for you to gather with your peers to examine what this transformational decade will mean for your organization and the equipment manufacturing industry. Top reasons to attend: Networking and direct conversations • As always, there will be opportunities for crucial networking, but also discussions with suppliers, peers and subject matter experts that help us prepare for the new landscape our industry faces. • Feedback from your customers This year, we are offering roundtable discussions with OEMs and end-users. In these roundtables, we will address the most important and relevant data on the future of the industry in a space where customers can provide honest input and exchange ideas for improvement and action. • Industry perspectives on today and tomorrow A full schedule of insightful sessions, small-group roundtables, and candid conversations with CEOs who are shaping the equipment manufacturing industry right now and in the future. Topics will include culture, sustainability, corporate responsibility, leadership and the post-covid workforce, just to name a few. Registration is now open! Please contact Carla Mann at cmann@aem.org or (414) 298-4162 if you have any questions.. For additional information and to register, visit https://www.aem.org/events/conferences-and-webinars/annual-conference.
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The association supports members efforts to address labor shortages and has launched a digital advertising campaign, “Construction is Essential,” to help draw potential workers to the industry. AGC’s “Culture of Care” program helps member firms retain newly hired workers.
In July and August, AGC and Autodesk conducted a Workforce Survey to which more than 2,100 firms from across the construction industry responded.
In a presentation on the survey results, Sandherr commented that many of the challenges affecting contractors are being driven by the pandemic and policy responses to it, instead of typical market conditions.
“Once the pandemic wanes and policies that have kept people from seeking employment expire, demand for construction is sure to rebound and the labor pool is likely to expand,” said Sandherr.
Simonson cited two main reasons so many firms have trouble finding workers: Available candidates are not qualified to work in the industry due to a lack of skills, failure to pass a drug test, etc., and unemployment insurance supplements are keeping workers away.
Many construction firms reported they are making a concerted effort to address labor shortages.
Thirty-seven percent have engaged with career-building programs at the high school, collegiate or career and technical levels, while 31 percent have added online strategies like Instagram to better connect with younger applicants.
And about a quarter have partnered with government workforce development or unemployment agencies, or have used software to track vacancies and job applications.
Almost one-third have increased spending on training and professional development while 26 percent have lowered hiring standards and 24 percent have increased the use of virtual learning programs to supplement training efforts.
Most firms have increased base pay rates during the past year. And just over one-third have provided hiring bonuses or incentives. Many firms have turned to new technologies and new techniques to create more efficient operations.
Allison Scott of Autodesk said despite the labor shortages it’s promising to see the industry branching out in new ways and investing in hiring, training, professional development and technology.
“I think it indicates a cultural shift in construction that can pay dividends in the long run,” said Scott.
She noted that 57 percent of respondents in this year’s survey said the rate of technology adoption at their firms has increased over the past 12 months. Nearly 60 percent anticipate technology adoption to further increase over the next 12 months.
Sandherr said member firms are taking a range of steps to address these workforce shortages, including raising pay, investing more in training and taking a more active role in workforce development.
He called for public officials to take steps as well to address the industry’s current challenges. “This includes boosting demand for construction to offset current market uncertainties.”
The AGC notes that the pandemic and political responses to it are limiting the size of the workforce, leading to labor shortages as severe as they were in 2019 when demand for construction was more robust.
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The best way to do that, said Sandherr, is to enact the bipartisan infrastructure bill that has already passed in the Senate.
The federal government currently spends $120 billion a year for colleges and only $20 billion a year for career training, despite the fact only that one in three jobs requires a full college degree, he said.
Boosting federal investments in career and technical education will help attract and prepare more people for high-paying careers in construction, said Sandherr.
Federal officials must avoid harming current labor shortages by imposing unwise policies, he said, adding that tariffs on key construction materials are a significant reason for price increases and shortages of key components.
He cited government mandated project labor agreements for federal projects that he said limit who can participate in public infrastructure work.
He also urged the feds to drop efforts to pass the PRO Act, which he said would impose a host of measures designed to discriminate against workers who choose not to join a union.
AGC is supporting members’ efforts to address labor shortages, said Sandherr. “At the same time, we are working to encourage federal officials to do their part.”
The association urges House officials to quickly pass the bipartisan infrastructure bill.
“And we lead the effort on Capitol Hill to boost funding for career and technical education programs and other measures designed to expose more Americans to career opportunities in construction,” he added.
AGC also is engaged in efforts to prevent federal officials from imposing counterproductive measures so that contractors to have plenty of work and plenty of qualified workers to keep pace with that demand.
“Doing so will require overcoming an awful pandemic and bad policies. But we are optimistic that we can do both.” CEG
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ALEX PARIS CONTRACTING CO INC....................................................20 ALTA EQUIPMENT COMPANY - WEST..................................................92 AMERICAN STATE EQUIPMENT..............................................................7 AMULET..............................................................................................52,54 ASCENDUM MACHINERY INC..................................................................9 ASPEN EQUIPMENT................................................................................77 ASTEC KPI-JCI........................................................................................33 BANDIT INDUSTRIES INC..................................................................34,35 BANE-WELKER..........................................................................................6 BARGAINS................................................................................................81 BOBCAT 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OUTOTEC..................................................................................39 MID COUNTRY MACHINERY..................................................................60 NORAM................................................................................................44,45 PAT KELLY EQUIPMENT CO INC............................................................24 POWERSCREEN MW DEALER GROUP................................................38 PURPLE WAVE INC................................................................................87 RACKERS EQUIPMENT CO....................................................................43 RAMMER..................................................................................................37 RITCHIE BROS. 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COLUMBUS EQUIPMENT CO..................................................................8 COMPANY WRENCH................................................................................3 EQUIPMENT CORP OF AMERICA............................................................6 GORILLA HAMMERS................................................................................1 JCB OF OHIO............................................................................................5 SOUTHEASTERN EQUIPMENT CO..........................................................2 THE MCLEAN CO......................................................................................7
