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By Brenda Ruggiero CEG CORRESPONDENT

A$33 million project to widen and rehabilitate bridges is nearing the completion of Phase 2 in

Hagerstown, Md., in Washington County. The Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration (SHA) initiated the project, which involves the I-70 (Eisenhower Memorial Hwy) Bridges over MD 65

(Sharpsburg Pike) and CSX Transportation. According to Shante Felix, media relations manager, office of communications of SHA, Phase 1 began in the fall of 2018 and was see BRIDGES page 46

Putting Spotlight OnApprenticeships

Programs Changing Career Direction for Many Who Once Considered College

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

A convergence of factors may mean a boost for construction employers trying desperately to fill jobs. The cost of a college education and a rewrite of the NationalApprenticeshipAct are giving a boost to the industry’s labor pool. As many people choose to forego four years of college to start work, apprenticeship programs are becoming a more enticing route to construction careers.

Demand for workers, rising cost of college tuition and burdensome student loans, have apprenticeship programs “quietly gaining steam,” according to a see APPRENTICESHIPS page 42

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8 EXPANDING TO SOUTHEAST INCREASES SUCCESS OF PA. CONTRACTOR

Despite outside forces, such as a much-forecasted economic slowdown, the Southeastern U.S. infrastructure building market has continued to grow at a steady pace during the post-COVID period.

14 OCEAN CITY, MD., REC COMPLEX BUILDING PROJECT BEGINS

The Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department in Maryland, along with several elected officials, officially broke ground April 25 on the Downtown Recreation Complex project.

14 CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON NEW BILLS’ $1.5B OPEN-AIR STADIUM

Crews were spotted working on-site on the morning of May 9 in Orchard Park, N.Y., and heavy equipment has begun moving as construction is currently under way on the new Buffalo Bills stadium, Spectrum News reported.

18 FOUR WAYS TO ADDRESS INDUSTRY’S TECHNICIAN SHORTAGE

According to an AED Foundation report, the industry may need to fill as many as 73,500 heavy equipment technician positions by 2025. Equipment manufacturing possesses a job opening rate three times higher than the national average.

20 JESCO, CFG BANK ARENA ANNOUNCE NEW PARTNERSHIP

JESCO, an equipment dealer in the Northeast and New England region, and the OVG Group, who oversee operations at CFG Bank Arena, announced a new partnership agreement through to improving the Baltimore community.

22 WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN CONVERTING FLEETS TO ELECTRIC

The United States has committed to reducing greenhouse gas pollution by 50 to 52 percent, and with electric utility production accounting for 25 percent of those emissions, utilities are under pressure to turn to cleaner sources of energy.

26 DEVELON ANNOUNCES TOP 10 NORTH AMERICAN DEALERS OF 2022

DEVELON announced its top-performing dealers of 2022. The top 10 dealer enterprises are among more than 180 authorized DEVELON construction equipment dealers in North America.

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28 ALTA EQUIPMENT ANNOUNCES Q4, 2022 FINANCIAL RESULTS

Alta Equipment Group Inc., a provider of material handling, construction and environmental processing equipment and related services, announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2022.

29 KELLER BROTHERS’ 1958 BOBCAT PROTOTYPE AT NIHF MUSEUM

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

29 VOLVO CONGRATULATES MD. GOV., LAWMAKERS ON CLEAN TRUCKS ACT

The Volvo Group congratulated the Maryland legislature and Gov. Wes Moore on the signing of the state’s Clean Trucks Act of 2023. Volvo was pleased to work with lawmakers to provide input that was reflected in the Act.

32 FONDA FAIRGROUNDS HOSTS MOHAWK VALLEY HIGHWAY SHOW

The Montgomery County Highway Superintendents Association hosted the second annual Mohawk Valley Highway Trade Show and Expo May 10, 2023, at the Fonda Fairgrounds in Fonda, N.Y.

36 PENN STATE INITIATES CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION PROJECTS

With spring commencement ceremonies now complete, Penn State’s Office of Physical Plant will initiate a variety of construction and renovation efforts at the University Park campus during the summer months, the school announced.

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Expanding to Southeast Increases Success of Pa. Contractor

By Eric Olson CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

Despite outside forces, such as a much-forecasted economic slowdown, the Southeastern U.S. infrastructure building market has continued to grow at a steady pace during the post-COVID period.

Multiple structure and road/bridge projects are announced daily in states like the two Carolinas, Georgia, Florida and Tennessee, to name a few.

And that growth has not gone unnoticed by contractors in other areas of the country in search of lucrative markets to expand their operations — often hundreds of miles from their home bases.

One such company is Clearwater Construction, a heavy civil building firm founded 20 years ago in Mercer, Pa., approximately 65 mi. north of Pittsburgh. In that time, Clearwater has grown from a one-man operation to a well-respected middle market design-build contractor offering bridge and heavy construction as well as rehabilitation, paving, drilling, shoring and geotechnical services.

Its founder, Gary Gorski, has guided Clearwater every step of the way by utilizing what he learned over four decades of experience — first as the driver of a concrete mixer, then a project superintendent and industry executive, to now the CEO of a hugely successful firm.

Under his leadership, Clearwater has experienced steady growth, profitability and repeat business due to giving its clients the best in construction services. Over his lengthy career in the building trade, Gorski has helped to complete more than 650 bridges and bring in revenue exceeding $1.2 billion.

Southeast Offers Much-Less Crowded Marketplace

Throughout its maturation into a reliable builder of sturdy, well-engineered bridges and roads, almost all Clearwater projects were centered in Pennsylvania and its surrounding states.

But several years ago, the marketplace for construction companies within Clearwater’s size range had become crowded and ultra-competitive, according to Kevin Jones, a senior project manager of the firm, leading Gorski and other Clearwater executives to cast their eyes to the Southeast.

“The heavy civil market in Georgia and the two Carolinas looked to be less competitive, and there was a lot of work available — especially in Georgia,” he said. “They saw a

fruitful opportunity down here.”

Jones’colleague, Brian McKain, a general superintendent of Clearwater, added that when the pandemic swept into the eastern United States, many companies in the Northeast pulled back on most of their bidding.

“We had to reach out and look at other markets, like northernVirginia,”hesaid.“[Thatarea]turnedouttobeveryprofitable, so Clearwater decided to explore the South Carolina

and Georgia markets because it seemed like there was even more opportunity down here, and many fewer companies. In fact, the competition is one-third of what it is in the Pennsylvania market.”

Once Down South, Clearwater Hits the Road Running

By late 2021, Clearwater had set up its Southeast office in Augusta, Ga., led by Darryl Jaquith, who currently serves as its regional manager. From that location, both Jones and McKain have been working on projects in both states, the first two of which were in the Georgia cities of Augusta and Sylvania.

Additionally, Clearwater is building an overpass across Interstate 75 in Dooley County, and an 11-span, twolane bridge carrying U.S. Highway 221 over Williamson Swamp Creek in the Jefferson County town of Bartow.

McKain described the latter structure as being “one of Clearwater’s more typical projects,” with a contract value of $8 million to $9 million. He added that the bridge, started in the

see CLEARWATER page 30

Work is under way on a two-lane bridge project in Bartow, Ga.

Clearwater Construction builds a cofferdam for a bridge pier.

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Crews were spotted working on-site on the morning of May 9 in Orchard Park, N.Y., and heavy equipment has begun moving as construction is currently under way on the new Buffalo Bills stadium, Spectrum News reported.

The $1.5 billion project is one of the largest construction projects in state history.

This comes after the stadium’s plans passed the final hurdle earlier in May, getting the green light in a unanimous vote from the Erie County Legislature.

Spectrum News also noted that the structure’s funding is a mix of public and private money, but any cost overruns will be picked up by the team in full.

The National Football League, through its G4 loan program, and the Bills agreed to commit $550 million in financing, with team owners Terry and Kim Pegula’s share coming in at $350 million. Much of their commitment will come from the revenue the team makes following the introduction of seat licenses for season ticket holders.

The Bills also are responsible for covering any construction over-runs beyond $1.4 bil-

lion. New York State is committing $600 million toward constructions costs as well as another $280 million to cover maintenance and operational costs over the 30-year period.

Additionally, the state is taking over sole control of the new stadium after previously sharing the lease with the county.

The deal includes a community benefits agreement in which the Bills will commit $3 million annually toward social, educational

purposes and the economic health of the region. The NFLteam also agreed to include a public transportation hub as well as sidewalks and pathways for fans and employees to access the facility.

The new 60,000-seat stadium is being built in a former parking lot directly across the street from Highmark Stadium, which has served as the Bills’ home since 1973 when it was named Rich Stadium. The older facility was deemed too expensive to reno-

vate after a state study in November 2021 pegged renovation costs at $862 million.

Plans call for the sparkling new NFL venue to open in time for the 2026 season.

Work Quickly Follows Intense Negotiations

In early April, the NFL team took a major step closer to breaking ground on the stadium by June 1 after formally submitting the final contractual agreements.

The details of the agreement were completed a little more than a year after the team, the county, and the state reached a tentative deal on the project that included a taxpayer commitment of $850 million — the largest public price tag ever for an NFLfacility.

Notably, the 30-year lease features a nonrelocation clause in which the Bills would have to pay back all public funding through the first 14 years of the deal. The payback amount drops over the final 16 years of the agreement.

The deal also extends the current stadium’s lease to July 31, 2028. 

Ocean City, Md., Rec Complex Building Project Begins

The Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department in Maryland, along with several elected officials, officially broke ground April 25 on the Downtown Recreation Complex project. The two-block park area where the construction will be done is next to Isle of Wight Bay between 3rd and 4th streets in the barrier island beach town.

The west block infrastructure work is expected to include property elevation, improved bayside boardwalk access and the addition of head-in parking along 4th Street, as well as the installation of walking paths, benches, a new playground and increased security measures.

This portion of the park is currently closed to the public, according to the city.

Work on the east block of the complex is expected to include an expansion of the Ocean Bowl Skate Park, the installation of a new multi-court surface for both tennis and pickleball play, reconstruction of the basketball courts and the addition of new public restrooms.

“I am thrilled that the Downtown Recreation Complex renovation is under

way,” said Ocean City Recreation & Parks Director Susan Petito at the project kickoff.

“This reimagining project has been long in the works, and I am grateful to the mayor and [city council], the Ocean City Development Corp., and all the dedicated town staff and community members who have supported the effort, recognized its importance, and helped it become a reality.”

The complex is expected to see its completion in time for a summer 2024 opening, at which point it will be the focal point of the

downtown area.

The Dispatch, a weekly newspaper, noted that the groundbreaking was highly anticipated among Ocean City officials, as the project’s pre-construction began two years ago. The process was slowed when bids for the $2.2 million first phase came in about twice the budgeted amount.

Earlier this year, a rebidding effort took place with the accepted bid ultimately being $2.7 million from David A. Bramble Inc., a paving contractor in Chestertown, Md. The

$500,000 difference between the approved bid and the budgeted amount is expected to be made up through grants, Ocean City officials told the Dispatch.

Akey element in the overall park complex redevelopment is the expansion of the decades-old Ocean Bowl skate park.

The plan calls for an upgrade of the existing facility along with the addition of popular street-skate elements. The expansion will take the skate park from its existing 10,000 sq. ft. to 17,000 sq. ft.

The city has requested Program Open Space funds through Worcester County to assist with the skate park renovation.

With the bay on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other, Ocean City has long been one of the state’s top tourist destinations. Although it has a population of only about 6,800 full-time residents, on weekends during the summer, the town often hosts between 320,000 and 345,000 vacationers, and up to eight million visitors annually.

In the summer months, Ocean City can become the second most populated municipality in Maryland, after Baltimore. 

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Four Ways toAddress Industry’s Technician Shortage

By Julie Davis SPECIAL TO CEG

It’s no secret to anyone working in equipment manufacturing the ever-growing technician shortage is a problem poised to get a lot worse before it gets better.

According to a 2020 AED Foundation industry research report, the industry may need to fill as many as 73,500 heavy equipment technician positions by 2025. In addition, the report stated equipment manufacturing possesses a job opening rate three times higher than the national average. Among survey respondents, 95 percent agreed with the assertion there was a skills gap in the industry, while 89 percent reported a shortage of workers within the walls of their respective companies.

Now, I don’t want to suggest the widespread technician shortage can be quickly addressed, let alone easily solved. However, equipment manufacturers can (and should) embrace and adopt a number of short-term and long-term strategies to set themselves up for sustained success as it relates to workforce development.

Focus On Retention

So many pieces of the technician workforce puzzle can only be lightly influenced. However, one area companies can focus efforts to drive positive change as it relates to retention is workplace culture. Start by asking the following two questions:

•Are exit interviews being conducted? — Technicians leaving an organization within the first six months could indicate an onboarding problem, while technicians leaving between 2.5 and 3.5 years could indicate

a lack of development opportunities. With exit interviews, it’s worthwhile to have both a manager and human resources representative conduct interviews separately, as each position is likely to elicit different responses from departing employee.

•Are staying interviews being conducted?

-- Talking with staff in key positions about their individual experiences can shed light on missed opportunities or future red flags. Engaging in staying interviews can be particularly helpful in the first 12 months to understand what it’s like to be onboarded and how new employees experience the existingculturewithintheorganization.Start by creating a culture check-in by surveying all employees. What changes can be made based off all the information learned? And remember, to those companies who aren’t currently acting on employee feedback being received, asking for additional input can (and likely will) negatively impact culture moving forward.

Fill Talent Pipeline

There’s really no overstating the importance of finding ways to fill an organizational talent pipeline. And while it takes time to secure a return on investments of time, effort and resources to do so, it’s worth it to take proactive steps to ensure desired results.

Simply contacting the nearest local technical college once or twice a year isn’t going to be enough to attract and acquire talent. Regularly engage with educational institutions. Be part of review committees. Get in front of students in classrooms. Donate equipment. More than anything else, do what it takes to be top of mind when these schools begin looking to place their best stu-

dents. It will pay dividends over time.

In addition, it’s important to connect with high schools feeding into technical college programs. One effective way to do so is to introducethehighschoolstoafree,available high school technician curriculum offered through Curriculum for Ag Science Education. It’s not just an ag technician curriculum, but rather a program which introduces the technician career to a wide audience and enhances industry perception to parents, teachers and students. As a bonus, there is a built-in industry connection opportunity though the collection of used parts and by offering several class visits.

Organizations must be willing to shed light on the significant industry demand for qualified workers and worthwhile career opportunities, because chances are they aren’t aware of the extent of the existing technician shortage. Technician program partnerships, apprenticeships, job shadowing or any other work-and-learn program are the most effective way to connect with new workers. And, ultimately, partnering with education is critical for retention, as technicians require ongoing training and development.

Diversify, Optimize Recruitment Strategies

Want to really move the needle when it comes to acquiring talent? Do the following:

• Actively recruit women and minorities.

• Change the way job postings are written and where they are being posted.

• Check language in job postings via a gender decoder website to determine if it’s overly masculine.

•Target locations and events where some-

one with the skills, interests, and hobbies of workers the organization wants to replicate might be out and see if the openings can be posted.

Collaborate With Others

Because the technician shortage is one of the industries biggest issues, AEM’s Workforce Development Committee has created a technician taskforce.We’ll be sharing examples of survey questions, stay interview questions and other practices being used by industry members to help move the needle in this space.

AEM also is partnering with, and supporting the work of, the AED Foundation. If you’re not aware of the AED Foundation’s work to accredit 100 colleges and recognize 150 high schools in heavy equipment technology programs, you can learn more about its Vision 2025 by visiting the AED Foundation website.

When it comes to understanding the work being done to support the industry’s need in this space, there are many associations that are trying to collaborate rather than duplicate efforts. Just as there’s no one thing that a company can do to help ease the technician shortage, there’s no one associate that can solve the challenge on their own.

With much work to be done and a new technician taskforce being formed, more information will be generated on this topic. In the meantime, make sure to visit AEM’s Workforce Solutions Toolkit to access valuable resources.

For more information, visit www.aem.org. 

Cemex Reports Quarter 1 Solid Growth in Sales, EBITDA

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

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

Consolidated 2023 First Q1 Highlights

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

• Operating EBITDA increased

6 percent to $733 million.

• Operating EBITDA margin of 18.2 percent, with a strong sequential improvement of 1.9pp and the lowest year-over-year margin decline in five quarters.

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

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

• Issued $1 billion of subordinated perpetual notes, the first of its kind in the industry, accelerates the path towards investment grade.

• Leverage ratio at 2.62x, a reduction of 0.22x versus fourth

quarter of 2022. (As calculated under Cemex’s main debt agreements)

• EBITDAgrowth of 34 percent in Urbanization Solutions business.

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

Geographical Markets

2023

Q1 Highlights

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

percent.

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

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

0.3pp.

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

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

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JESCO, CFG Bank Arena Announce New Partnership

JESCO, a John Deere, Wirtgen, Ditch Witch and Topcon dealer in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, northern Virginia and the New England region, and the OVG Group, who oversee operations at CFG Bank Arena, a recently renovated and redeveloped entertainment venue in the heart of Baltimore, announced a new partnership agreement through a shared commitment to improving the Baltimore community.

CFG Bank Arena, formerly known as the Royal Farms Arena and originally, the Baltimore Civic Center, recently reopened after a more than $250 million-dollar, 100 percent privately funded renovation aimed at serving as the cornerstone for the redevelopment of Baltimore, which is home to one of JESCO’s largest locations.

With an estimated 60 shows per year made up of largely of A-List acts, the venue will bring not only jobs but an economic tourism boost for the city of Baltimore. The OVG Group’s commitment to the city of Baltimore is in complete alignment with JESCO Inc.’s mission of building the local communities it serves throughout its area of

responsibility spanning 13 locations, the company said.

This planned community investment is the foundation of JESCO’s commitment to its partnership with the CFG Bank Arena. Jon Robustelli, president of JESCO, said, “the shared mission of the CFG Bank Arena and JESCO, along with providing the opportunity to play a real role in the improvement of the Baltimore community, makes this an exciting opportunity for JESCO”.

For more information, visit www.cfgbankarena.com.

This planned community investment is the foundation of JESCO’s commitment to its partnership with the CFG Bank Arena.

JESCO and the OVG Group, which oversees operations at CFG Bank Arena, announced a new partnership agreement through a shared commitment to improving the Baltimore community.

WhattoConsiderWhenThinkingAbout Converting Utility Fleets to Electric

The greening of U.S. utilities is already under way, as already seen at the last Utility Expo, the next one coming to Louisville, Ky., Sept. 26 to 28.

The United States has committed to reducing greenhouse gas pollution by 50 to 52 percent from 2005 levels, and with electric utility production accounting for 25 percent of those emissions, utilities are under pressure to turn to cleaner sources of energy.

Electrifying their fleets is just another step in their overall plan to reduce the carbon footprint of their operations.

Southern California Edison was recently recognized by the Smart Electric PowerAlliance (SEPA) for its progress in transforming to a carbon-free electricity sector and named to its 2023 Utility Transformation Leaderboard. It has already taken important steps to electrify a significant portion of its fleet, which is comprised of more than 6,700 assets — approximately 5,000 vehicles, 1,000 trailers and 700 offroad assets.

Todd Carlson, SCE principal manager of fleet asset management, outlined their ambitious goals.

“SCE seeks to lean into electrification opportunities and must be aggressive to meet proposed California air quality and greenhouse gas reduction goals associated with the proposed California Advanced Clean Fleet rule,” said Carlson.

“SCE plans to have 90 percent of our light-duty vehicles electrified by the end of 2025 and 100 percent by 2030. That same year, we also expect to exceed 30 percent of our medium-duty and 10 percent of our heavy-duty.”

SCE’s electrification journey offers leaders insights to consider for your own fleet transformation.

Seek Assistance From Industry Groups

According to Carlson, SCE partnered with the other members of the Edison Electric Institute when developing initial public 2030 EV targets in 2020.

"It was helpful to have an industry group assist in leading the initiative,” said Carlson. “Also, as a California fleet, we are active in commenting on proposals from our regulators who are attempting to address local air quality concerns.”

Other resources on fleet electrification are available from the American Association of Public Power and SEFA.

Create Roadmap

SCE used a telematics fleet assessment to outline vehicles targeted to be replaced by EVs, where they park, and how long they have to charge. This was used to calculate the charger size required at each facility by year.

“We collaborated with our facilities team on a construction plan to install the infrastructure and chargers needed for the next five to 15 years at each site,” said Carlson. Each site has its own project plan.

Consider Time, Budget Constraints for EV Charging Infrastructure

Infrastructure lead times and budgets are particularly important considerations.

“Construction is costly and you may need to cut concrete or asphalt across a parking lot or add a new panel or switchgear,” said Carlson.

In addition, SCE had to contend with a small number of

sites that were circuit constrained and required the utility to complete a circuit upgrade. Other conditions that required longer lead times include new to-the-meter service drops when switchgear is required.

EV infrastructure charging costs across 240 projects were recently published by ICF, a global advisory and technology services provider. This information can be useful in budgeting.

Tap Into Federal, State Incentives

Both federal and state incentives can help offset costs for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Refer to the U.S. Department of Energy website for a list of incentives, laws and regulations, funding opportunities, and other federal initiatives related to electric vehicles. SCE was able to tap into both sources for its electrification efforts.

Prepare Business Case for EVs

Beyond meeting air quality and carbon emission goals, a strong business case can help utilities build consensus and commitment to change. At SCE, the business case for electric pickups and ePTO bucket trucks is supported by the high cost of gasoline and diesel fuel in California. Expect lower maintenance costs to be part of the value proposition for electric vehicles.

“Our EVs that replaced gas vehicles have very favorable maintenance outcomes,” said Carlson. “And our traditional hybrid vehicles have also had good maintenance outcomes over the last ten years.”

SCE expects similar results for newly delivered EV tractors replacing diesel units.

Take Driver Opinions Into Account

Carlson recommends surveying your current drivers to assess if they are excited, neutral or opposed to replacing their fleet vehicle with an EV.

“Ask your drivers if they own an EV or if they have ever driven an EVfor context as a starting point for organizational change management,” said Carlson.

“The EVs often sell themselves because drivers like the quiet operation and reduced job site emissions.”

According to Carlson, providing test or demo units to drivers often results in drivers asking, “When can I get one?”

Prepare for Issues

According to Carlson, product availability is the biggest issue in the electrification of the fleet, and not just mediumand heavy-duty vehicles.

“Even the exploding pickup truck space has been hit by availability and production constraints,” he said.

Once SCE achieves full-scale adoption of EV work trucks, portable chargers and robust public charging for storm support and emergencies will be required. However, Carlson doesn’t see portable charging solutions as a current constraint for EV work truck adoption.

There’s a lot to consider when electrifying your fleet but because fleets like SCE are sharing how they plan to reach their goals, it’s making electrification easier not only for all utilities but for their commercial customers as well. 

DSC Dredge Names Josh Louviere New Veep of Operations

Over the last few months DSC Dredge has been redefining its team by investing in them, promoting from within and adding fresh perspectives.

On April 23, DSC Dredge, a manufacturer of dredging equipment, introduced Josh J. Louviere as vice president of operations. In his new role, Louviere will lead and oversee all aspects of the company’s operational activities.

With more than 16 years of experience in manufacturing and industrial equipment automation, Louviere brings a fresh perspective to the dredging industry. He has spent the majority of his career leading operations in the manufacturing sector, including the general manager of CPL Systems & Plant – N – Power, where he successfully scaled both businesses in growth and profitability.

“I judge my success on the success of others, and I take great pride in the growth and development of the people around me,” said Louviere.

Bob Wetta, president and CEO of DSC Dredge, said, “We are excited to welcome Josh to the DSC Dredge team. His extensive experience in operations management and his commitment to employee development makes him an ideal fit for our company culture.”

Bill Wetta, senior VP of product development and chief technology officer of DSC Dredge, added, “We are confident that Josh’s expertise will help us continue to grow and improve our operations, ultimately benefitting our customers and the industry as a whole.”

“I am excited to join the team at DSC Dredge,” said Louviere. “I look forward to working with the talented team here and helping to drive growth and success for the company.”

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

Josh Louviere

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 .

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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

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Genovesi Construction Leads Water Main Work in Hartford

Genovesi Construction of Tolland, Conn., was founded in 1986 by Laurie and Paul Genovesi and in its earliest form was known as Genovesi Home Improvement.

With some hard work, dedication and a growing reputation for excellence, they gradually transitioned home improvement into new home construction. In 2011, after having builtapproximately100newhomesincentral Connecticut, the Genovesis shifted their attention and the company’s focus to commercial site work.

The company has been on a dramatic growth curve ever since.

RebrandedasGenovesiConstructionLLC, today the company is a union contractor who performs commercial, municipal and state projects of varying complexities across Connecticut. Services offered include site clearing, erosion control, gas, electric, water and sewer utility work and site drainage.

Currently, Genovesi Construction is working on, among other jobs, a water main replacement project on Farmington Avenue in Hartford, Conn. They are removing 100-year-old 20in. water main pipe and replacing it with 24-in. water main pipe. Approximately 1,500ft.ofnewpipeisbeing laid,withtheprojectvalueof

see GENOVESI page 28

Several feet of bedding is laid in place once new pipe has been installed.

After 100-year-old, 20-in. pipe has been excavated, sections of new 24-in. pipe is laid in place.

Genovesi’s highly skilled excavator operator reverses the direction of his bucket, allowing him to dig around other utilities that share space with the water main.

The Genovesi operator maneuvers the Wacker Neuson RTSC3 compactor via remote-control.

The Wacker Neuson compactor on rent from Able Tool & Equipment achieved higher rates of compaction in shorter periods of time than traditional compaction methods.

DEVELONAnnounces Top 10 NorthAmerican Dealers of 2022

DEVELON announced its top-performing dealers of 2022. The top 10 dealer enterprises are among more than 180 authorized DEVELON construction equipment dealers in North America.

DEVELON annually recognizes its equipment dealers that have excelled in providing top-level performance in sales, parts and service to customers in their respective markets. The following enterprises have been recognized as the top 10 DEVELON dealers of 2022 (headquarters in parentheses):

• Equipment East LLC (Dracut, Mass.)

• Bobcat of Mandan Inc. (Mandan, N.D.)

• Barry Equipment Company (Webster, Mass.)

• GF Preston Sales and Service (Sundridge, Ontario)

• Equipment Rentals Inc. (Watertown, N.Y.)

• Texas Timberjack Inc. (Lufkin, Texas)

• Westerra Doosan Enterprise (Abbotsford, British Columbia)

• Best Line Leasing Inc. (State College, Pa.)

• Hartington Farm Services Limited (Hartington, Ontario)

• Wilson BC Companies LLC (Central Point, Ore.)

DEVELON announced its top-performing dealers of 2022.

The top 10 dealer enterprises are among more than 180 authorized DEVELON construction equipment dealers in North America.

top dealer nine times in the last 10 years. Equipment East is owned by Giovanni and Gilda Albanese. The company operates dealerships in Dracut and Brockton, Mass., and

“We really get to know our customers and the types of jobs they perform,” said Giovanni. “With that information, we source and have available the machines and attachments they need to maximize their efficiency and get their

Giovanni and Gilda, his wife, also attribute their company’s success to their dedicated employees.

“When you surround yourself with a good, hardworking team of people, success is attainable,” he said.

Top-performing DEVELON dealers may choose from a selection of several incentives that will improve their profitability when selling and servicing DEVELON equipment. In addition, DEVELON leadership may look to these dealers for valuable input regarding DEVELON initiatives and direction because they successfully represent the dealer network.

Top DEVELON Dealer of 2022

Equipment East LLC was the top-performing DEVELON dealer in North America in 2022.

Equipment East has 40-plus years of experience in the construction industry and has been named a DEVELON

“We are encouraged by our DEVELON dealers who are high performers year in and year out,” said Todd Roecker, vice president of growth initiatives at DEVELON. “We hope to carry this success onward as we continue to roll out our new brand through our dealer network in North America.” 

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Gradall excavators also feature the job-proven telescoping, tilting boom that enables you to do more different jobs with just one machine – even under bridges and trees.

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GENOVESI from page 24

$2.7 million.

It is a challenging project from the standpoint that it is a high traffic volume street that is relatively narrow, so managing traffic and employee and pedestrian safety is of high concern. The heavy excavating aspect of the project is being handled by a John Deere 245, a 50,000-lb. excavator.

With infrastructure that old, another challenge on the site is avoiding a multitude of utilities that share space with the water line. The operator of the John Deere on this particular project is highly skilled and thus far has been able to navigate around those underground challenges.

All materials being excavated from the site are being removed and sent to a recycling facility. Once the old pipe has been successfully excavated, the new pipe is laid in place. Pipe ends have a special lubrication coated around it so that the sections of pipe can easily be fit together and put firmly in place. Once new pipe is in place, several feet of bedding material is placed underneath, around and on top of the new pipe.

With this particular project, 3,000 tons of material had to be brought on site to properly cover the new water line. Once the bedding material is in place, it has to be compacted before a new coat of asphalt is laid down and traffic can resume. Keeping in mind that traffic will include commercial vehicles, it is imperative that the dirt reach a high level of compaction.

“Traditionally in a situation like this, we would put a walk-behind plate compactor down in the trench with an operator who would work until the desired rate of compaction is achieved,” said Ryan Webber, assistant project manager of Genovesi Construction. “But, for this project we worked with Bob Nason with Able Tool & Equipment in South Windsor, Conn., to take a different approach.

“We wanted to make sure that we got the best compaction rate possible. We purchased a Wacker Neuson RTSC3 compact articulated remotecontrol operated dirt roller. This Wacker Neuson compactor is really quite a remarkable machine. We could pick it up with the excavator and drop it down into the trench or if the dirt levels were high enough, it could be driven directly into the trench.The best part

Alta Equipment AnnouncesQ4,2022 Financial Results

Alta Equipment Group Inc., a provider of material handling, construction and environmental processing equipment and related services, announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2022.

Ryan Greenawalt, chief executive officer of Alta, said, “We believe our performance for the fourth quarter and the full year 2022 demonstrates the strength and resiliency of our business. Despite certain macroeconomic headwinds, all

Pipe ends are coated with a lubricant that allows pipe sections to more easily connect and fit snug.

is that the operator is standing safely above ground several feet away controlling all operational aspects of the machine.

“We immediately achieved several benefits,” he added. “We achieved higher compaction rates. We achieved those compaction rates faster than ever before, and our operator was operating in the safest possible conditions. Our compaction efficiency literally doubled what it would have been using our traditional compaction methods.”

While utility work represents a significant part of the work Genovesi Construction does, it also diversified into other areas, including commercial site development, water and sewer storm drainage. At peak season, the company employs approximately 50 people.

When asked about their use of Able Tool & Equipment, Webber said, “In

When necessary, the Wacker Neuson RTSC3 compactor can be lowered into place with an excavator.

our business, there are lots of choices out there.Able Tool & Equipment does a great job for us, particularly in a lot of the specialty items that we find a need for.

“This trench compactor is a great example; it’s something that not everybody would have available for rent. They also have light towers and miniexcavators, compressors, etc. But they go a step further in inventory items that you just would not necessarily expect. I know that typically if I need something and call them, they’ve got it, and its always in new or like-new condition. They always check it out before they send it to us and for the work we do, which is mostly in Hartford County, they are perfectly located. Their staff is very knowledgeable.

“We rely on people like Bob Nason to match up the right equipment for the projects that we are involved in.

Able Tool and Equipment is a full service dealer, selling and supporting its customers in the construction, heavy & highway, concrete, excavating and utility industries.  CEG

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segments of our business are performing well, and we are achieving growth both organically and through our accretive acquisitions.

“Total revenues for the year increased 29.6 percent, or $359.0 million. Organic revenue growth for the year was $193.9 million, or 16.1 percent, when compared to last year. Importantly, this figure was driven by a 13.6 percent organic increase in our combined parts and service product support departments and a 10.3 percent organic gain in rental revenues when compared to 2021. Including revenues of $174.9 million from our 2021 and 2022 acquisitions, we achieved record total revenues of $1,571.8 million for 2022.

“Given our diverse end-user market exposure and active M&Apipeline, we believe we are well positioned to achieve further growth in 2023. Demand in our Material Handling and Construction Equipment segments continue to be solid and will further benefit from infrastructure and other governmental legislation.As an example, our Florida operations are performing very well amidst the continued growth in nonresidential construction projects and significant state spending on highways.

“We also continue to build our high-margin product support capabilities, which generates predictable, high-margin parts and service revenues.At year end, we had 1,150 highly skilled service technicians.Additionally, our warehouse systems-integration business continues to perform well, and we expect this trend to continue for the foreseeable future as customers embrace robotics and automation. We are also very encouraged with our opportunities with Ecoverse as the market for environmental processing equipment is in its early stages of development in NorthAmerica. Ecoverse will benefit from stricter federal and state environmental regulations which we expect will put an impetus on increased recycling and reuse of materials throughout both the U.S. and Canada.”

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

Shoring is used every step of the way to ensure worker safety.

“...Despite certain macroeconomic headwinds, all segments of our business are performing well...”

Ryan Greenawalt Alta Equipment Group Inc.

Keller Brothers’1958 Bobcat Prototype at NIHF Museum

Joe Keller, the son of 2023 National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee Louis Keller and nephew of Inductee Cyril Keller, was on a cross-country trip with the Keller brothers’ invention — a 1958 prototype skid-steer loader. Keller brought the loader to Alexandria, Va., where the prototype will be part of an exhibit at the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum honoring the 2023 Class of Inductees, who will be recognized in October during NIHF’s 50th anniversary Induction Ceremony.

Volvo Congratulates Md. Gov., LawmakersOnCleanTrucksAct

The Volvo Group congratulated the Maryland legislature and Gov. Wes Moore on the signing of the state’s Clean Trucks Act of 2023, which represents a holistic and thoughtful approach to transitioning the state’s medium- and heavy-duty transportation sector to zero emissions vehicles.

The Volvo Group was pleased to work with lawmakers and other interested stakeholders to provide input that was reflected intheAct. Consultationwithmultiplestate agencies including the Department of Transportation, the EnergyAdministration, the Department of General Services and the Public Service Commission will ensure that economic, energy and environmental considerations will be factored into an overarching plan, Volvo said.

“Maryland’s decision to assess the impact of accelerating the integration of heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles in the marketplace and identify actions needed to meet the goals of the Advanced Clean Truck regulation’s goals will foster the greatest chance for success,” said Dawn

Fenton, Volvo Group vice president — government relations and public affairs.

“This legislation, together with the creation of an incentive program to help offset the early higher costs of these electric vehicles, will help ease the pain for fleets trying to manage the paradigm shift the transportation industry is facing.”

The Volvo Group shares Maryland’s commitment to the environment, and to the goal of accelerating adoption of zero-emission vehicles in the marketplace. In 2020, the Volvo Group made a global commitment to having 100 percent of its product sales be fossil-free by 2040, including a nearer term goal of 35 percent of product sales being zero-emission by 2030.

The realization of these goals will depend on supportive public policies that expedite charging infrastructure availability and provide incentives to offset initially high vehicle and infrastructure costs.

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

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

Clearwater Construction Thrives in Mid-Atlantic, South

second half of 2022, will likely be finished in October or November.

Across the Savannah River in the Palmetto State, Jones oversaw a package of two bridges in Pickens County, in the state’s northwest corner, in conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). Both single-span structures are on county roads over small creeks.

“One is a 70-foot-long cord slab bridge, while the other is a 120-foot bolted girder bridge,” he said.

When asked to describe a cord slab, Jones explained, “In some places, like North Carolina, they are called box beams, and are 2-foot by 3-foot beams with holes in them for crews to pull pre-stressed tension strands through.

When they are set at the job site, they lock into place so when they are all set, everything is grouted, and crews can just pave asphalt over them. In South Carolina, they are very popular among designers and builders constructing low-volume, low-weight-restricted bridges.”

He said that although the pair of structures were only recently finished, Clearwater still managed to get them completed well before the contract’s deadline of June 30.

“We were hoping to have everything completed around the first of 2023, but we had, for this area, a very wet winter lasting from November through February,” Jones said. “That set us back, along with some personnel issues, but we worked through all of it to get it done in early May.”

For their attention to detail, Clearwater was recognized by the SCDOT’s Quality Management Team (QMT), the state agency’s project inspection office, for achieving near-perfect marks for its construction of the bridge package.

“We had our QMT inspection in November where we scored a 2.97, which was one of the highest marks ever received on a QMT in the state, with 3.0 being a perfect score,” Jones said.

He cited the project’s superintendent, Marty Robertson, with making the effort such a success, noting his detailed erosion control management at each of the bridge sites.

Gorski Hires Capable People to Help Build Business

In Gorski’s earliest days working in construction, he learned how to become successful in the construction industry by seizing upon the opportunities that presented themselves.

The best example of that, according to McKain, came during Gorski’s time when he drove a mixer truck.

“Gary paid attention to the fact that he would have excess concrete that was not needed after his pours,” McKain said. “So, in the evenings,

he began to form up sidewalks, walls and steps for homeowners on the side with the extra concrete. He made sure to have his forms ready for the time when he would have a load of concrete. If there were two or three yards of mix leftover, he would take the excess and start making his own pours.

“That was how he got into the concrete business,” he added. “He later went from working on residential projects to doing sidewalks for county jobs and worked on getting his code qualifications for PennDOT [Pennsylvania Department of Transportation].”

McKain, himself a 28-year veteran of the heavy civil construction industry, explained that Gorski also knew how to hire the right people for his burgeoning company, including several outstanding structural superintendents that were well known in the industry.

“In Pennsylvania, the way in which you get your work codes is off your qualified personnel,” he added. “He gathered around him some really capable hands.”

Southeast Gives Clearwater Larger Opportunities

Throughout its two decades in business, Clearwater has partnered with many municipal, state and federal agencies — in addition to the private sector — to provide a range of construction services.

With those services now offered in the Southeast, as well as in the Mid-Atlantic region, Clearwater’s number of contracts, and its coffers, have expanded.

“Right now, we have between $70 million to $80 million in backlog between South Carolina, Georgia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Maryland,” McKain said, “and we plan to keep our backlog in the $50 million to $60 million range each year in Georgia and South Carolina alone.”

Prior to establishing its presence in the Southeast, Clearwater had become specialists in performing projects ranging from the half-million-dollar box culvert to $3 million to $5 million bridges in Pennsylvania and the rest of the MidAtlantic.

“The Southeast market, though, is giving us theopportunitytoworkonmuchlargerstructures because of the lay of the land here and the region’s many creeks and swamp land,” according to McKain.

For more information, visit www.clearwaterconstruction.com.  CEG

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Teddy Webb, project superintendent of Clearwater Construction, stands with the column form to make the next 3-ft. by 3-ft. square.

The company is using two Manitowoc cranes on the project.

Fonda Fairgrounds Hosts Mohawk Valley Highway Show

The Montgomery County Highway Superintendents Association hosted the second annual Mohawk Valley Highway Trade Show and Expo May 10, 2023, at the Fonda Fairgrounds in Fonda, N.Y.

This event encouraged highway departments from across the Mohawk Valley area to bring in some of their recently purchased equipment and showcase it to their neighboring highway departments, as well as providing equipment and supply vendors the opportunity to discuss their new products and services.

William Hovig, highway superintendent of the town of Mohawk, spearheaded the event. Previously, he attended a similar event in Colombia County, which had planted the seed to create something similar for the Mohawk Valley region. However, it takes many people to plan and present a successful show of this size. Holvig recognized Stanley Korona, president of the Montgomery County Highway Association; Nicole Fazio and KimTravis, both ofThe Gorman Group;

and Mark Wilmot, a member of the town of Mohawk crew, as being instrumental in setting up the event.

A delicious barbecue lunch also was provided during the show.  CEG

United Construction and Forestry, a new name locally in John Deere distribution, just completed the construction of a brand-new facility in Clifton Park, N.Y. With this John Deere loader is Chad Freeman, the local representative.

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The folks at Trius, best known for manufacturing truck bodies, had a nice display of their wares that are available at locations across New York State.

Jay Fish (L) and Tim Rinck, both of Milton CAT, were ready to promote this Caterpillar 914 as being a good addition to anyone’s fleet.

Jon Sherman (L) and Peter Fletcher, both of Alta Equipment, were ready to discuss JCB and Volvo equipment at the show.

George Lonergan (L) and Joe Planeta, both of J and J Equipment, introduce the new line of Spider mowers, which are operator-free, remote-controlled and take on even the steepest slopes.

Tracey Road Equipment locally sells a nice lineup of Western Star trucks.

Monroe Tractor represents Case, which is one of the country’s oldest names in municipal equipment. (L-R) are Mark Padovski, Nick Moore, Tom VanValen and Nick Nichols.

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Harrisburg (717) 540-7867

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NEW JERSEY

Piscataway (732) 752-3600

Deptford

(856) 227-6400

NEW YORK Bronx

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Marlboro

(854) 236-3000

Medford

(631) 207-2900

PENNSYLVANIA (610) 363-9200

Highway Equipment & Supply Co.

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PENNSYLVANIA Drums (570) 788-1127

Harrisburg (717) 564-3031

Ephrata (717) 859-3132

Lock Haven (570) 769-1070

Tyler Equipment Corporation

www.tylerequipment.com

CONNECTICUT Berlin

(800) 352-4473

Parts: (860) 356-0848

Fax: (860) 828-6727

MASSACHUSETTS East Longmeadow

(800) 292-6351

Parts: (877) 255-6351

Fax: (413) 525-6840

Walter S. Pratt & Son

www.prattandsons.com

NEW YORK

Rensselaer (Albany) (518) 465-1549

Washington Air Compressor Rental Co.

www.washair.net

MARYLAND Frederick (301) 662-7711

Hyattsville (301) 277-1300

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Washington (202) 635-1500

VIRGINIA Chantilly (703) 742-6200

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Saugerties, NY 845-247-0206

All Island Equip Corp

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West Babylon, NY 631-643-2605

Butler Equip

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West Hartford, CT 860-233-5439

Chappell Tractor

chappelltractor.com

Milford, NH 603-673-2640

Brentwood, NH 800-616-5666

Concord, NH 800-358-6007

Correlli, Inc.

Dundalk, MD 443-503-5641

George & Swede georgeandswede.co

Pavillion, NY 585-584-3425

Highway Equip Co. highway-equipment.com

Dubois, PA 814-371-3600

McKean, PA 814-476-7755

Zelienople (Pittsburgh), PA 724-452-7800

Kahn Tractor & Equip Inc. kahntractor.com

N Franklin, CT 860-642-7596

Lorusso Heavy Equip, LLC

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Walpole, MA 508-660-7600

Modern Group Ltd.

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Allentown, PA 800-459-4659

Bristol, PA 800-866-3376

Edison, NJ 800-866-3376

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 201-288-1441

Newton’s International newlonsinternational.com

Newton’s, WV 304-636-4561

Pete’s Equip Sales & Rentals Inc. petesequipmentvt.com

Morrisville, VT 802-888-5138

Quality Fleet Service, Inc. qualityfleetservice.com

South Hadley, MA 413-213-0632

Seaview Equipment

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Charleston, WV 304-550-9966

TB Equip & Rental tbequipment.net

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Binghamton, NY 607-775-5010

Marcy (Utica), NY 315-765-8746

Queensbury, NY 518-793-9688

Syracuse, NY 315-437-1471

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Penn State Initiates Variety of New Construction, Renovation Projects

With spring commencement ceremonies now complete, Penn State’s Office of Physical Plant (OPP) will initiate a variety of construction and renovation efforts at the University Park campus during the summer months, the school announced May 8.

As part of Penn State’s 2023 summer project list, one of its major maintenance projects began on the east entrance of Pattee Library and Paterno Library.

A temporary, summer-long closure of the library entrance plaza, the Curtin Road drop-off parking spaces and the underpass stairwell will enable crews to remediate issues affecting Paterno Library’s below-ground workspaces and weatherrelated deterioration of existing hardscape, masonry, entry doors and underpass stairs.

The work is designed to fix sidewalks and stormwater drainage, relocate donor pavers and “Stacks,” the large-scale sculpture created by Peter Calaboyias, to the center of the entrance plaza, and crews will further improve the plaza’s aesthetics with additional landscaping. Penn State noted that a longstanding issue with leaks into the library basement space directly below the plaza also will be fixed.

The project is scheduled for completion prior to the start of fall 2023 classes.

The two south-facing entrances to Pattee Library and Paterno Library will remain open to the public during the project’s duration. One is atop a set of stairs facing the Pattee Mall and the other is a handicapped-accessible entrance at the ground floor level of West Pattee Library adjacent to the northern end of Fraser Road.

Large, Small Projects Planned All Across Campus

In addition to the rehabilitation of the library plaza, Penn State’s OPP is overseeing the work on upgrading many smaller parking, paving and roadway projects around the sprawling campus:

• Seven parking lots will receive mill and overlay maintenance this summer. They include Commuter Wiley Lab, Commuter Animal Diagnostic Lab (East), Fleet Lot, Porter South, Lot 81 Beaver Hall, Brown B Pond and Red A Research 1. An additional 41 parking lots will receive crack seal and seal coating treatments.

• Mill and overlay work also will take place on three Penn State roads during the season, including a portion of Big Hollow Road, Bigler Road Minor Road 3 (nearest EastArea Locker Room) and Fraser Road.

• The Red K (ARL) parking lot will undergo pavement restorations and lighting upgrades.

• An entrance relocation will take place at the Water Reclamation facility off University Drive.

• The Elliott Building’s parking deck will be closed for rehabilitation work.

• Masonry work is scheduled to happen at the Eisenhower Parking Deck.

Sidewalks and landscape work is getting under way at

several more sites, including:

• Major lighting upgrades along sections of Porter, Curtin, Bigler, Pollock and Shortlidge roads, as well as College Avenue, causing intermittent sidewalk closures.

• New sidewalk and lighting upgrades will be installed along Commuter Drive, between Dauer Drive and Curtin Road.

• Beaver Stadium, home of the Nittany Lions football squad, is due to get a new plaza adorned with wall plaques, on the side facing Curtin Road.

• The south patio of the Willard Building will undergo sewer renovations, a sidewalk replacement and lighting improvements.

A host of building renovations also are planned at Penn State this summer:

• The HUB-Robeson Center will undergo a variety of upgrades, including the replacement of the stair treads in the grand stairwell, a remodel and expansion of its Starbucks, a new site for Cow & Cookie, a relocation of Barney’s and improvements to the auditorium.

• The windows in Deike Building will be replaced.

• The north wing and greenhouses of the Forest Resources Lab will be demolished, with renovations to the facility’s south wing.

• The slate roof on Irvin Hall is set to be replaced.

• Both theWagner and Shields buildings will undergo roof replacements, in addition to full perimeter masonry repairs.

• Comprehensive masonry work also is slated to take place at numerous other Penn State facilities this summer, including Huck Life Sciences, Electrical Engineering West and the Hintz Family Alumni Center.

New construction and major renovation are scheduled to be performed over the summer break:

•The new Palmer Museum ofArt is nearing its anticipated construction completion late in the season, with an official opening set to take place in 2024 after its art has been relocated and installed within the gallery.

• Work continues on the new Susan Welch Liberal Arts Building, which is anticipated to be completed in late 2024.

• Penn State’s College of Engineering Research and Teaching Space 1 (West 1) also is under construction. The 290,000-sq.-ft. facility, along with the recently opened Engineering Design and Innovation Building, will transform the university’s West Campus, according to university officials.

• Crews are making progress on the Penn State Field Hockey Complex to include new team and media accommodations, and fan amenities.

•Amajor renovation and addition to the school’s Garfield Thomas Water Tunnel also continues.

• The university has plans to soon begin building a new facility for environmental and hazardous waste collection.

• Finally, Phase 2B of Penn State’s East Hall renovations, including work at Bigler, Curtin and Packer, is nearing completion, with Phase 2C (encompassing Hastings, Snyder and Stone halls) due to break ground in the coming weeks. 

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Bipartisan Group Introduces NationalApprenticeshipAct

APPRENTICESHIPS from page 1

CNBC report.

“People at the margin are saying ‘I don’t know if I can wait four years to make a living,’” said Hafeez Lakhani, president of Lakhani Coaching in New York.

European Model

The apprenticeship tradition of combining on-the-job, paid training with classroom instruction has its roots in European history.

In Germany alone, more than half of all high school graduates participate in an apprenticeship program. Yet it’s been slow to catch fire in the United States, according to a National Student Clearinghouse report.

The DOLfigures more than 581,000 people were in a registered apprenticeship program this year. That’s a 103 percent increase over the decade. However, 12 million people are enrolled at a four-year school today, according to a Captimes news organization article.

David Boetcher of IBEW 159 in Madison, Wis., said the idea of pursuing a college education is ingrained in American high school graduates.

Meanwhile, lucrative jobs requiring shorter, less expensive training go unfilled. But the tide may be turning, he told Captimes.

“People are seeing that a college degree, while being asked for by every employer, isn’t as necessary, and it’s gotten horrifyingly expensive.”

“Apprenticeship helps to get people into workspaces with very succinct training,” said David Polk, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.

That model of programmatic training “encompasses the job learning and classroom learning to take a person from novice to skilled,” he said in the Captimes article.

“Employers are hungry for young talent and new talent, and they are just more open to going down the path of apprenticeship models in the skilled trades.”

Over the past 50 years, “there’s been a shift away from the occupations that people do [in] this narrow focus of college,”

said Pete Stern, Madison ironworkers union.

“It’s great to be a pharmacist, doctor, lawyer, accountant, but they have to have buildings to do them, and people are starting to realize that,” he said.

Funding Where It Counts

As a result, the push to shed a brighter light on the benefits of apprenticeships is gaining support at both the state and federal level.

InApril, a bipartisan group of House education and workforce committee members introduced the National Apprenticeship Act of 2023. Creating near one million registered, youth and pre- apprenticeship opportunities over five years, it earmarks almost $4 million for the cause.

“The Registered Apprenticeship system is one of the best tools we have to connect workers with in-demand skills with good-paying jobs,” said committee ranking member Bobby Scott of Virginia.

At the same time, the system provides employers with a pipeline of talented workers, he added.

“The National Apprenticeship Act of 2023 is a clear winwin for workers and employers, and it will help grow the economy.”

The proposed legislation authorizes $400 million in funding for fiscal year 2025, increasing by $100 million annually to $800 million for FY 2029.

The Act codifies and streamlines standards for registered, youth and pre-apprenticeship programs. That includes requirements for apprenticeship agreements and program registration to ensure consistency in quality standards and worker protections. It codifies existing regulations and practices to ensure that all individuals have an equal opportunity to participate in programs under the national system.

It also works to increase diversity in the occupations offered and the individuals participating in programs. It codifies the DOL’s Office of Apprenticeship as well as the responsibilities of the State Apprenticeship Agencies.

The agreement supports the creation and expansion of youth apprenticeships, college consortiums and data sharing

agreements.

Last fall, President Biden launched the Apprenticeship Ambassador Initiative, a network of businesses and organizations supporting registered apprenticeship. The more than 200 businesses and organizations have existing registered apprenticeship programs in more than 40 industries.

They have committed to expand and diversify these programs over the next year, according to the Biden administration. They will develop 460 new programs, hire more than 10,000 new apprentices and hold 5,000 outreach, promotional and training events.

The goal is to help other business, labor and education leaders launch similar programs.

“Ambassadors will also use their expertise to scale innovative practices and increase access to registered apprenticeship for underserved populations,” said President Biden.

The administration touts the program as a high-quality, debt-free equitable “earn and learn” model with a nationally recognized credential system. They maintain the program “helps employers hire a more diverse workforce.”

Improved Employee Retention

The program also provides workers with on-the-job learning experience, job-related instruction with a mentor and a clear pathway to a good-paying job. It builds on Biden’s efforts to expand registered apprenticeships, including investing hundreds of millions of dollars in them.

The initiative aims to launch an apprenticeship accelerator to speed new program approval from months to days. Open Campus reports that apprenticeships are becoming the darling of labor. “Everybody wants to do it,” said Mary Alice McCarthy of New America.

The big question said McCarthy, senior director of New America’s center on education and labor at New America, is “Where do you put the money?”

One solution floated is to channel more public support for “apprenticeship intermediaries” to help set up and run the programs.

The National Apprenticeship Act aims to boost participation in government-registered apprenticeship programs to alleviate labor problems in many industries, including construction.

More college-bound people are opting to enter apprenticeship programs.

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The W.I. Clark Company

Wallingford, CT

203/265-6781

Danbury, CT

203/775-1203

Plainfield, CT

860/546-4808

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DELAWARE

JESCO, Inc.

Middletown, DE

302/376-0784

MARYLAND

JESCO, Inc.

Baltimore, MD

410/687-1700

Delmar, MD

410/546-1090

Frederick, MD

301/874-5500

District Heights, MD

301/909-7799

Waldorf, MD

301/861-2323

MAINE

United Construction & Forestry

Hermon, ME

207-947-6786

Houlton, ME

207-532-6517

New Canada, ME

207-834-6701

Westbrook, ME

207-773-3777

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MASSACHUSETTS

United Construction & Forestry North Oxford, MA

508-987-8786

North Billerica, MA

978-667-4345

Plymouth, MA

508-830-9997

NO. Swansea, MA

508-379-9810

Springfield, MA

413-543-5595

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NEW JERSEY

JESCO, Inc. 118 St. Nicholas Ave. South Plainfield, NJ 908/753-8080

800/241-7070

1275 Bloomfield Ave. Fairfield, NJ

973/227-2221

800/321-8080

1790 Route 38 Lumberton, NJ 609/267-2020

888/217-0600

www.jesco.us

NEW YORK

Five Star Equipment, Inc. 60 Paul Rd. Rochester, NY 585/235-3011

1653 NY Route 11 Kirkwood, NY 607/775-2006

284 Ellicott Rd. Orchard Park, NY 716/662-2191

5835 East Taft Road North Syracuse, NY 315/452-4560

JESCO, Inc.

497 Fishkill Avenue Beacon, NY 845/831-1800 800/724-0725

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Phase Two Involves Four Bridge Deck Replacements

completed in the spring of 2020.

Phase 2 began in the spring of 2020 and is on track for substantial completion by June 2023, weather permitting.

The total budget for both phases was nearly $33 million.

Felix said that Phase 1 had a construction budget of approximately $6 million and included construction of stormwater management facilities (pipes, inlets and ditches), and signing and highway lighting upgrades, as well as shoulder reconstruction to accommodate temporary traffic during Phase 2 of the project.

Phase 2 has a construction budget of approximately $25 million and includes a complete removal and reconstruction of the I-70 bridges over MD 65, as well as a deck replacement and substructure repairs to the I-70 bridge over CSX Railroad just east of MD 65.

For the current phase, Phase 2, Concrete General Inc., Gaithersburg, Md., is the prime contractor, with Steve Beckley serving as the contactor lead. For Phase 1, the contractor was C. William Hetzer, with Rick Finney as project manager.

According to Felix, this project involves the replacement of the decks on the four bridges and superstructure of two bridges on I-70 over MD 65. One of the bridges is rated in poor condition, which means it is safe to ride on but has outlived its useful service life. This project also will accommodate a planned future interchange reconstruction at MD 65.

Details of the work for the MD 65 bridges portion includes a four-span

steel beam bridge with two 30.8-ft. spans (abutment to piers) and two 57.8-ft. spans. The eastbound structure will be widened from 45.5 to 62.3 ft. and the westbound structure will be widened from 38.5 to 68 ft. to accommodate future interchange upgrades.

This structure was removed and reconstructed in stages to maintain traffic. Piling was driven, footers poured, abutments and piers constructed, new structural steel erected and a new deck was poured.

The CSX structure portion includes a three-span steel

beam bridge with span lengths of 38.10 ft., 39.2 ft. and 38.6 ft. The eastbound structure was widened from 33.5 to 55.5 ft. The westbound structure is variable width and upgrades included adding a combined shoulder width of 5 ft. to the existing shoulders providing a 10-ft. median shoulder and a 9.5-ft. outside shoulder.

Work included substructure repairs to the existing piers, construction of new piers and widened abutments to accommodate widening, structural steel repairs, and removal and replacement of the deck. Slope protection repairs also were made to this structure.

This phase was broken into four maintenance of traffic stages.

Stage 1 involves the construction median stormwater management facilities, median temporary roadway widening and median structures.

Stage 2 includes the construction of the eastbound middle lane of bridges over MD 65 and CSX Transportation. This involved closing a ramp from I-70 EB to MD 65 NB and utilized an approximately 5.5-mi. detour. It also included the beginning of construction of the westbound I-70 bridge over MD 65 and the construction of the middle lane of CSX WB.

Stage 3 includes the construction of the outside of MD 65 and the outside of CSX Railroad in both directions. Work also continued on the outside of the westbound MD 65 bridge.

Stage 4 will involve the removal of temporary widening in the median

This project also will accommodate a planned future interchange reconstruction at MD 65.

The project involves approximately 40 people, including the contractor and subcontractor. Roughly 10 crew members are on site for inspection.

Limited workspace with traffic has been another challenging aspect of the project.

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Vestal, NY 13850 607/798-0333

Tonawanda, NY 14217 716/873-8000

Canandaigua, NY 14424 585/396-0031

Rochester, NY 14623 585/272-9390

Cicero, NY 13039 315/433-5000

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West Chester, PA 19380

610/458-7054

Doylestown, PA 18901 215/348-9041

F&W Equipment www.fwequip.com Orange, CT 06477 203/795-0591

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5538 Pottsville Pike Leesport, PA 19533 610/926-2441

Marshall Machinery, Inc. www.marshall-machinery.com

Honesdale, PA 18431

570/729-7117

Middletown, NY 10940 845/343-6683

South Abington Township, PA 18411 570/489-3642

Tannersville, PA 18372 570/895-4884

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and final paving.

“This project was part of an initiative to address poorly rated structures across Maryland,” Felix said. “Although the bridges were still safe for travel, they were reaching the end of their useful service life. Once this project is complete, these widened and rehabilitated bridges will provide a safe roadway well into the future.”

Felix added that the main challenge on the project is congestion related to the maintenance of traffic.

“This includes temporary detours, bridge substructure and steel repairs, and a limited workspace, as well as challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic,” she said.

Felix reported that there was no way to perform the work on the structure over MD 65 without temporarily detouring traffic.

“To limit duration, an incentive/disincentive clause was added to the contract to limit the work to 150 calendar days and limit the time of year, avoiding holiday-related traffic,” she said. Another challenge involved substructure and steel repairs.

“When you are faced with repair of existing bridges, it’s sometimes difficult to know the extent of the repairs needed until scaffolding has been erected and crews have a firsthand look at the various section of the bridge,” she said. “To avoid constructionrelated delays, we held field meetings with the contractor, onsite inspection staff and our engineers from the State Highway Administration’s office of structures to evaluate these locations as soon as we could gain access.

With the prompt internal response and the experience of the contractor, the repairs were sufficiently made without major delay to the contract and were meeting the expectations of everyone involved.”

Limited workspace with traffic was another challenging aspect.

“The average annual daily traffic on this roadwayis69,660with17percenttrucktraffic,” Felix said. “The narrow lanes and work phases with traffic on both sides of the work zone presented challenges for drivers and highway workers.”

A Maryland Safe Zones Automated Speed Enforcement vehicle was used to significantly improve worker and driver safety throughout the work area. The speed limit

also was reduced from 70 mph to 60 mph in this work area as an added enhancement to a safe work zone.

COVID-19 also delayed the start of the project. Materials required additional time and the workforce was limited.

“Many illnesses associated with the virus presented temporary reduction of crews working on the project,” Felix said. “Arrangements were enacted to bring different crews or move their existing to cover critical activities to the best of their ability. The contractor and state workforce were deemed essential and continued working throughout the pandemic.”

The project involves approximately 40 people, including the contractor and subcontractor. Roughly 10 crew members are on site for inspection.

Major subcontractors include Road Safety LLC for signage for long term temporary traffic control; Midlantic Marking Inc. for temporary and permanent pavement markings; Interlock Steelworkers Inc. for reinforcement bar and structural steel for bridges 21118 and 21119; C. William Hetzer Inc. for asphalt maintenance, patching and resurfacing; and L. S. Lee Inc. for installation and maintenance of traffic barrier.

Cranes for the project include a Liebherr 50-ton (rented for steel erection), a Liebherr 40ton (rented for steel erection) a Grove (owned by CGI and used for general construction purposes), and a Manitowoc (owned by CGI and used for general construction purpose).

Other equipment includes a John Deere 550 dozer (used for general construction and grading), Caterpillar and Hitachi loaders, Caterpillar trackhoes and a Gradall XL4100 grader.

The project included 3,000 cu. yds. of concrete and 30,000 cu. yds. of excavation.

There were 386,167.91 lbs. total weight of structural steel. This includes the following: MD 65 eastbound — 209,347.74 lbs.; MD 65 westbound — 118,226.54 lbs.; CSX eastbound — 29,306.30 lbs.; and CSX westbound — 29,287.33 lbs.

“Once the project is complete, the traveling public will benefit from new structures and paving though this highly traveled section of I-70,” Felix said. “Additionally, oversize/weight loads can now travel across the westbound structure over MD 65. It was restricted previously, and the loads would have to exit, cross MD 65 and enter I-70 again using a police escort. The location is now upgraded to accommodate future improvements at this interchange to increase safety and mobility.”  CEG

(All photos courtesy of SHA.)

BRIDGES from page 46

This project involves the replacement of the decks on the four bridges and superstructure of two bridges on I-70 over MD 65.

A $33 million project to widen and rehabilitate bridges is nearing the completion of Phase 2 in Hagerstown, Md., in Washington County.

BY THE TRUCKLOAD. HAULING IN PROFITS

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Liebherr Exhibits at 2023 ISRI Convention, Exposition

Liebherr USA Co. showcased an LH 60 M, L 556 and R 922, as well as other material handling technology, at the annual ISRI Convention and Exposition, which took place in Nashville, Tenn., from April 17 to 20, 2023.

Organized by the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries Inc., ISRI provides an annual platform for the recycling community to gain expert knowledge and network with industry peers.

SpecialApplications Product Manager Chris Keyes noted, “Liebherr is proud to be a continuous member of ISRI. We take part in various chapter meetings and events throughout the country. This large-scale convention provides us a great chance to connect with our peers on advancements in scrap and recycling technology.”

The LH 60 M Industry on display was optimized for heavy duty material handling in the areas of scrap, timber and harbor-related operations. The machine was equipped with the Liebherr ERC System (energy recovery system), that gives it a boost in performance and saves fuel. This results in significantly greater material handling performance as well as improved machine economy, according to the manufacturer.

The attachment for the LH 60 M also is available in a variety of options for every application.

For more information, visit www.liebherr.com.

The LH 60 M Industry is optimized for heavy duty material handling in the areas of scrap, timber and harborrelated operations.

Liebherr USA Co. showcased an LH 60 M, L 556 and R 922, as well as other material handling technology, at the annual ISRI Convention and Exposition.

Cat MH3050 Material Handler Offers Performance, Enhanced Cab Comfort

The new Cat MH3050 material handler further expands the Cat material handler lineup and offerings for industrial applications.

The MH3050 provides enhanced performance, reliability and premium cab comfort. The advanced electrohydraulic system optimizes the balance of power and efficiency, improving cycle times to handle more material in the same amount of time, improving profit potential, the manufacturer said.

This Next Generation material handler is powered by the Cat C9.3B engine, capable of operating on up to B20 biodiesel. Meeting EU Stage V and U.S. EPA Tier IV Final emissions standards, the engine’s maintenance-free aftertreatment system lowers operating costs and maximizes machine uptime.

Fine-tune power requirements to the task at hand with the choice between Power, Smart and Economy modes, lowering fuel consumption without sacrificing machine performance.

Boom and stick offerings combine to provide up to 59 ft. 3 in. of reach, allowing operators to move more material without repositioning the machine. The MH3050 also offers high swing torque to quickly move material.Allowing the boom to freely travel up and down without using pump flow, standard SmartBoom allows the operator to focus on stick and grapple control for a more fuel-efficient cycle.

A range of attachments are available increasing operating flexibility, and an optional 25 kW generator is available ex-factory for magnet applications.

Technology

Standard technologies on the Cat MH3050 material handler elevate operating protection. E-fence prevents the machine from moving outside operator defined envelopes, while CabAvoidance stops any potential contact between the attachment and cab.

Cat Payload helps to achieve precise load targets to improve operating efficiency. Pick up a load of material — with grapple and clamshell attachments and get a real-time weight estimate without swinging. By requiring a PIN code to start the engine, Operator ID inhibits the machine from unauthorized operation.

Designed for Safe Operation

Large tempered glass windows with small pillars on the reengineered cab design enhance all-around visibility and operating safety. Standard right-side and rearview cameras, with the option to upgrade to 360-degree vision, display video feed on the large in-cab touchscreen monitor to further enhance work area visibility. Thick, laminated, high-impact and impact-resistant windshields and roof windows meet EN356, P8B and P5A standards. The machine also is equipped with 1800-lumen LED lights on the chassis, boom, and stick, offering greater safety and full visibility while operating in the dark.

A ground-level shutoff switch stops all fuel to the engine and shuts down the machine. Standard boom and stick lowering check valves prevent reverse oil flow in the event of unexpected loss of hydraulic pressure, always keeping the front linkage securely in place. Various cab access options provide easy, safe, and quick access to the upper service area.

Reimagined Comfort

The MH3050 comes standard with a premium cab, featuring joystick steering to eliminate the steering column and improve forward visibility, legroom and ease of cab entry. All controls are conveniently positioned in front of and within easy reach of the operator to avoid unnecessary movements. A large, 10-in. high-resolution touchscreen monitor with jog-dial offers easy navigation of the intuitive operator controls. To get started easily every day, the machine automatically recalls joystick settings based on the Operator ID. The hydraulic cab riser with new dampening system improves all-around visibility and provides cushion from external vibrations.

Superior Serviceability

Standard Product Link captures critical operating data such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, maintenance alerts and fault codes, which can be remotely accessed and tracked to boost fleet management efficiency.

Lasting 50 percent longer than previous designs, the new hydraulic oil filter improves filtration and increases change intervals to 3,000 operating hours. New anti-drain valves keep the hydraulic oil clean during filter replacement. All fuel filters feature a coordinated 1,000-operating-hour change interval to reduce maintenance requirements.

Standard autolube simplifies maintenance by automatically keeping the machine greased from the swing bearing and cab riser to the stick end.

Operators conveniently track filter life and maintenance intervals on the in-cab high-resolution monitor. Eliminating the need for operator interaction, the high-efficiency cooling fan features a standard automatic reverse function to keep the cores clean, maximizing machine uptime.

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

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SBM’sImpactCrusherMovesAutonomousCrushingForward

For years now, the Austrian processing specialist SBM Mineral Processing has been one of the technology leaders in economical hybrid drives and intelligent, interactive process controls for track-mounted crushing plants.

Using the platform of its new REMAX 600 impact crusher, SBM is now taking the decisive step further towards “autonomous crushing”.

Due to worldwide access to specially developed, database-based IT solutions, the plant will for the first time independently analyze feed material and production grain sizes, optimize its own operation in real time, and thus support operators and machine operators from project planning to actual operation and predictive maintenance, the company said.

The track-mounted impact crusher REMAX 600 has impressive values: 55 in. wide impact crusher for feed sizes up to 39 in., up to 600 tph production capacity with a compact 130,000 to 175,000 lbs. total weight depending on the equipment and up to five high-quality fractions in one pass due to triple air classification and highly efficient magnetic separation.

At the Munich show in late October, first customers opted for the high-performance plant. First deliveries are planned from middle of this year.

The new plant serves as a technology platform for the globally first fully automatic production monitoring and control that SBM is currently developing in close co-operation with researchers of the Montan University Leoben, Styria.

Based upon an innovative sensor system and video technology, powerful communication and IT networks, as well as technological innovations such as the automatic gap adjustment, “artificial intelligence” finds its way into mobile processing technique for the very first time.

In large-scale test runs with REMAX 600 all relevant system components will be optimized under practical conditions in the coming year.According to estimates the runs will be completed and market maturity of the autonomous technology that also can be transferred to other power classes will be

reached in about 2024.

Human/Machine Freshly Thought

The ambitious R&D project “Autonomous Crushing” with interdisciplinary teams consisting of members of the

SBM Mineral Processing photo

In extensive field tests at the SBM plant and at customer sites, the series version of the REMAX 600 will be brought to market maturity by mid-2023 and the autonomous crusher technology will be optimized under real operating conditions.

SBM Mineral Processing photo

The longitudinal discharge of the magnetic separator above the main discharge conveyor ensures great efficiency.

SBM Mineral Processing photo

Typical of SBM is the user-friendly control panel, which allows even for the REMAX 600 an easy start-up at the simple push of one button.

see SBM page 68

Metso Outotec Board of Directors OKs Name Change to Metso Corporation

Metso Outotec’s annual general meeting (AGM) approved the board of directors’ proposal to change the company name to Metso Corporation.

“After the successful integration of Metso and Outotec, we will focus on growing a strong unified Metso company and brand,” said President and CEO of Metso Pekka Vauramo.

“We have combined two valuable companies into one strong Metso. Our focus is clear: we continue enabling sustainable modern life and transforming the industry with a clear strategy and strong culture, supported by a name that is short yet established and well recognized among all our stakeholders. Services are an extremely important part of our business, requiring a strong name.”

Outotec continues as a product brand and carries significant value as the name of some key technologies and products.

The change of the parent company name Metso Corporation is effective starting May 4, 2023, but globally the

change will be implemented in a phased manner. The visual identity of the company remains unchanged, but the new name is reflected in the com-

pany logo. Metso Outotec’s Executive Team has been renamed Metso Leadership Team (MLT). 

Liebherr Set to Exhibit at 37thAnnual Elko Mining Expo in Early June in Nev.

The 37th annual Elko Mining Expo will take place in Elko, Nev., from June 5 to 8, 2023.

Organized by the Elko Convention & Visitors Authority since 1985, this is one of the oldest mining expos in the United States. It allows visitors from all over the world to come together to view the latest equipment and technology in the industry and provides an excellent opportunity for professional networking on an international scale.

Liebherr USACo. will be showcasing multiple machines from the mining and earthmoving product segments. Regional Sales Manager Brent Adams, as well as multiple product representatives, will be on site at the Liebherr booth for any inquiries.

Liebherr also will be the premier sponsor of the 2023 Elko Mining Expo, and will be highlighted as such at the opening reception on June 7, 2023. Liebherr has held this sponsorship for multiple years.

Digging, Hauling, Dozing

Liebherr Mining offers a full line of products for the mining industry including mining excavators, trucks and dozers, as well as personal assistance to customer specific projects and site requirements. Quality, reliability and innovative technologies ensure that mining operations are safe and

efficient at all times.

Liebherr also offers aftermarket support for components and a remanufacturing program that enables customers to significantly reduce the total lifecycle cost of Liebherr mining equipment. For more information, visit www.liebherr.com. 

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The PR 766 new undercarriage design, combined with the advantages of diesel hydraulic drive and the operating control and cabin comfort, offers maximum capability at the highest level of efficiency.

The change of the parent company name Metso Corporation is effective starting May 4, 2023, but globally the change will be implemented in a phased manner.

SBMMineralProcessing’sREMAX600toHitMarketThisYear

renowned Leoben Chair of Mineral Processing and SBM research departments has been running for more than two years. It is the task and the aim of this project to make the decisive step from today’s already extensively monitored and in the interaction of all process steps optimized crushing to autonomous fully-automated production by means of “intelligent” self-learning mobile crushers.

In the already well-advanced project, the machineindependentlyassessesfeedmaterial and final products via sensors and camera systems, registers even better than before the load conditions of crusher and conveyor equipment, and optimizes all separation processes down to overbelt magnetic separators and wind sifters, the manufacturer said.

The sophisticated SBM control system CRUSH CONTROL validates all operating conditions and material properties in realtime and sends the values to the SBM headquarters via cloud.A“digital twin” compiled there matches the real machine data with thousands of stored reference data coming from 1:1 quality testing, laboratory tests and computer simulations (rock properties, grain-size distribution curves, particle shapes, etc.). The hence determined optimization potentials are sent back to the machine control system, and this allows for immediate and permanent adaptation of all process steps on site without any stoppages.

According to SBM, autonomous crushing shall considerably support and relieve users and operators: Based upon specific data the plant can be configurated to exactly meet the requirements by selecting the right screening equipment already before the plant is relocated or the feed materials are changed. By means of an interactive menu control even inexperienced operators can precisely adjust the production process — depending on whether maximum output, minimum fuel consumption (“eco mode”) or quantity-optimized production of certain valuable grain sizes are required, the manufacturer said.

The newly integrated tool monitoring in the impact crusher is another benefit as it counteracts shortfalls in quality due to wear during production, and also provides key support for preventive maintenance.

New Benchmark for Productive Mobile Crushing

Even without “AI inside” the performance data of the new flagship of the SBM REMAX series are very impressive: With the 600 t/h-capacity of its impact crusher 13/14/4 with 55 x 39 in. inlet opening, the transportfriendly dimensions of max. 72 x 11.5

x 12.5 ft. (l x w x w) and a total weight of 130,000 to 175,000 lbs. only, this crusher defines a completely new power segment in mobile crushing, the manufacturer said.

REMAX 600 offers a complete package of standard equipment plus options that assure high added value due to providing a multitude of premium-quality final aggregate fractions. In addition to the serial pre-screening via a double-deck circular vibratory screen, there are three optional secondary circular

vibratory product screens (1-, 2-, 3-decks) all facilitating recirculation of oversize material, and highly cantilevering discharge conveyors for large product stockpiles.

Even fully equipped, the plant allows transportation in one piece and short set-up times (approx. 45 to 60 minutes) with no further auxiliary means even in one-man operation. According to SBM, this is unique in this mobile market segment.

As with all mobile plants made by SBM,

the consumption-optimized diesel-electric “hybrid” drive also is a decisive argument for REMAX 600: A compact unit comprising a 15-liter Cummins turbodiesel (Tier iv final) and 520-kVa generator powers all electric drives — from the 250-kW strong electric motor of the crusher through the complete conveying and screening equipment to the two electrically driven hydraulic units of chassis and working hydraulics system.

The high-torque drive system convinces with permanently low speeds, which results in addition to low environmental impacts especially in a documented favorable average fuel consumption of 10.5 gal/h even with high utilization of all ancillary components.

As all hybrid electrified SBM Mobiles, the REMAX 600 offers in specific market regions an optional allelectric grid operation. Once activated, all plant features and functions remain available, while considerably reducing on-site emissions (exhaust fumes, noise) and bringing energy savings to new levels compared to other only partially electrified hybrid concepts on the market.

For more information, visit sbm-mp.at. 

SBM Mineral Processing photo

The REMAX 600 produces up to five products in a single pass due to extensive pre-screening and production screen equipment.

SBM Mineral Processing photo

Even when fully equipped, the REMAX 600 achieves an ideal transport size: All screening equipment and conveyors remain on the machine for fast, tool-free set-up.

SBM from page 62

SuperiorAdds Two New Cone Models to Crushing Portfolio

Superior Industries Inc., a manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, debuted two new cone crushing models at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023.

With the well-established Patriot cone crusher, Superior now manufactures a Dakota cone and Endeavor cone. Each model has its own set of unique features, so aggregate producers get premium performance in a wide variety of applications.

“Instead of having to make a choice, we want to offer our customers a solution,” said Jason Adams, president of Superior. “From one manufacturer, aggregate producers now have three cone crusher options and can pick what’s right for their application, marketplace and crews.”

The new Dakota cone crusher is a roller bearing design, which typically offers the most efficient use of horsepower per ton of crushed rock. Some features include a steel threaded bowl, one piece cast mainframe, a tramp relief system with fewer accumulators and a hydraulically operated ant-spin system, which eliminates labor-intensive installation of individual gears.

Superior’s new Endeavor cone is a spider bushing design. Historically, spider bushing cones accept the largest range of feed sizes and are known for simple operation and favorable maintenance. Other features include the strongest shaft style our industry has designed to date, which is supported on a cast top and cast bottom shell; top access chamber, which is safer to access and more simple to maintain; and multiple strokes and liner configurations for increased application flexibility.

With these two additions, Superior’s cone crushing products are capable of high performance in primary, secondary or tertiary applications and within portable or stationary settings. Maximum feed

opening is up to 18-in. with horsepower ranging from 200 to 800 (150 to 600 kW).

Superior now manufactures a Dakota cone and Endeavor cone. Each model has its own set of unique features, so aggregate producers get premium performance in a wide variety of applications.

Ali,McDevittExpand Management Roles toIncludeShearCore

Exodus Global announced that both Vaughn Ali and Betsy McDevitt have expanded their regional business manager roles to include responsibility for ShearCore.

Ali will be responsible for sales for both the ShearCore and Connect Work Tools product lines for the Southeastern states. He has been a part of the Connect Work Tools team, since 2021 serving as the regional business manager, and has two decades of experience serving the scrap and demolition industries.

“I am very excited to add the Fortress shears and crackers to my product portfolio. Being able to solve customers’needs in an industry I love is what I am all about. This opportunity allows me to provide a more comprehensive solution of industry leading products to our customers and dealer partners in the Southeast,” Ali said.

McDevitt will maintain her role with BladeCore across the Midwest, and add responsibility for ShearCore sales in Oklahoma, Arkansas and Tennessee. She has been a part of the BladeCore team since 2017 and has made an incredible impact, developing countless customer relationships with her knowledge and outstanding customer service, the company said.

“In addition to providing my customers with personalized customer service and top-quality replacement parts for their shears, I now have the honor of selling our Fortress shear line and I look forward to being even more of a resource for the men and women I serve in this amazing industry,” said McDevitt.

For more information, visit ShearCore.com. 

Bobby Oldham Joins Exodus Global Service Team as Field Service Tech

Exodus Global announced that Bobby Oldham has joined the team as a field service technician and will provide service and training for all the Exodus companies — BladeCore, Connect Work Tools, OilQuick Americas and ShearCore.

Oldham brings more than 25 years of diverse and progressive experience in mechanical, fabrication, management, and business planning from small to large scale companies.

“It’s a great pleasure to have Bobby Oldham join our Exodus team”, said Brian Hawn, vice president of service. “I’ve personally had the honor to work with Bobby in the past and know firsthand he will be a great addition to our growing service team. His knowledge in the industry, as well as his passion for customers, make him a great fit for Exodus.

“Bobby is located in the south-east region, which means we will provide more proficient support to our customer base while giving a piece of mind we have someone close by when needed.”

Most recently, Oldham

worked at LaBounty as a training specialist and InSite Administrator where he provided technical support and training for LaBounty products covering NorthAmerica. He also updated and expanded their training materials and programming for new and existing dealers.

“I have always been a service and support guy,” said Oldham. “Great customer support goes a long way. Service without knowledgeable support can set up technicians and dealers up for failure.

“Exodus Global and companies share the same value of providing the best support and training to maximize the equipment. I look forward to working with all the Exodus Global companies and expanding our service training.”

Exodus Global and its companies manufacturer and distribute products under four divisions for both the domestic and international scrap recycling, demolition and construction markets. For more information, visit Exodusglobal.com. 

ShearCoreAnnounces Tim Jacobson Has Joined Its Team as New Service Manager

ShearCore, an Exodus Global company, announced that Tim Jacobson has joined the team as the service manager. Jacobson will be the primary liaison between the customer, field service, inside sales, outside sales, engineering and operations.

Jacobson brings with him a wealth of knowledge with more than 20 years’ experience in mechanical repair. Most recently, he was employed as the mobile equipment shop planner at US Steel-Minntac, where he supported the equipment department through strategic workflow management, including sublet coordination, repair dispatch, appointment scheduling, warranty and claims pricing, and authorization clearances.

He also was responsible for developing maintenance schedules, 5S projects and hazard elimination projects that ensured jobsite safety for standard operating procedures.

“I am absolutely thrilled, and

honored, to be a part of a company with such a strong team atmosphere, and the desire to make the working experience not only productive, but, also, fun,” said Jacobson. “Thank you, again, for the opportunity and I cannot wait to become an integrated member of this team.”

Brian Hawn, vice president of service, said, “I can’t be more excited to have Tim join our ShearCore Team. He brings a wealth of experience to not only help service our customers/dealers and ultimately reduce overall downtime but will also be a direct liaison for customer feedback and provide data to our engineering/manufacturing team in order to continue to build the best product for customer’s needs.”

ShearCore, a division of Exodus Global, offers a full product line for the recycling and demolition industries that includes the Fortress Mobile Shears and Concrete Processors, manufactured in Superior, Wis. 

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Cat Expands Smart Blade Capabilities for Skid Steer, Compact Track Loaders

Caterpillarannouncednewoptionsforthe

Cat Smart Grader Blade and Smart Dozer Blade.

The new external control kit for GB120 and GB124 smart grader blades expands use of these blades to Cat D and D2 series SSL andCTLmachines,enablingcustomerswith previous model fleets to run smart blades. The new 3D grade control kit uses existing connections to easily add automatic blade control to the Cat Smart Dozer Blade.

Smart Grader Blades

Cat Smart Grader Blades set the standard for machine and attachment control integration. Previously, these smart blades were made available for customers with Cat D3 series SSLand CTLmachines. The new external control kit provides customers with a means to run smart grader blades on all D-series and select older Cat machines.

Simplifying operation, GB120 and

GB124 blades automatically detect whether they are being operated on a D3 series or machine equipped with the external controller.

The new external control kit includes a thirdjoystickforoperatingbladeraise/lower, tilt, angle and wing functions like smart control for D3 series machines. In addition, it includes the wiring harnesses, a RAM mount, brackets and all the necessary hardware required for smart grader blade control.

Compatible with Cat Grade and Earthworks GO! systems, the new external control features selectable modes for left, right and tandem control. Standard crossslope assist and full proportional control of all functions improve operating efficiency.

A valuable tool for experienced as well as novice operators, the new 3D GPS/GNSS grade control for smart dozer blades on Cat CTL machines guides the operator to accurately grade planes, slopes, contours and complex curves.

The new external control kit for GB120 and GB124 smart grader blades expands use of these blades to Cat D and D2 series SSL and CTL machines, enabling customers with previous model fleets to run smart blades.

3D Grade Capabilities

Avaluable tool for experienced as well as novice operators, the new 3D GPS/GNSS grade control for smart dozer blades on Cat CTL machines guides the operator to accurately grade planes, slopes, contours and complex curves. It provides blade vertical height and horizontal positioning guidance, or, alternatively, the system controls the blade relative to a design loaded into the grade control system.

Automated blade control takes the guessworkoutofwhatthegradeshouldbe,allowing operators to achieve design plans faster. Veteran operators can work more productively with the system, and those with less experienced can work more confidently and quickly build grading skills. Regardless of operator experience level, the 3D grade control system can reduce rework, labor and materials used on the job.

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Volvo TrucksAnnounces 2022 Dealer Group ofYear Winners

Volvo Trucks North America named two of its North American dealers as U.S. and Canada Dealer Groups of the Year.

Massachusetts-based Ballard Truck Center was named the 2022 U.S. Dealer Group of the Year and Sheehan’s Truck Centre in Ontario was named the 2022 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year. The award recognizes exemplary performance across several key areas, including reaching sales targets, business growth and customer satisfaction.

“Our two award winners played a key role in helping to increase market share and customer satisfaction for Volvo Trucks as they remained focused on delivering quality vehicles and services in another challenging year,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America.

“We are excited to announce Ballard Truck Center as the 2022 U.S. Volvo Dealer Group of the Year and Sheehan’s Truck Centre as the 2022 Canadian Volvo Dealer Group of the Year and proud to honor their outstanding performance in all of the criteria including customer satisfaction and business performance, with a focus on expanding Volvo’s sustainability efforts and service offerings.”

Sheehan’s Truck Centre was founded in 1989 by Pat and Gayle Sheehan. Pat was a former truck driver and considered a true trucking ambassador in the industry. Their children, Kelly and Dennis, took over the dealership in 2000, growing it into one of the largest used truck dealers in Canada. The Sheehan’s chose to locate the dealership’s headquarters in Burlington, Ontario to serve the large Toronto market and purchased Beaver Truck Centre in 2017 to add facilities in Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba.

The dealership was a 2020 Volvo Trucks North America Used Truck Dealer Group of theYear award winner and continues to make investments in modern facilities and services.

‘We continue to grow in our current location with a focus on my father’s goal to become Canada’s premier Volvo Trucks dealer and are excited to receive the award of Volvo

Dealer Group of the Year for Canada,” said Kelly Sheehan, president, Sheehan’s Truck Centre.

“The award recognizes the work that my brother and I, along with our whole team have done to provide unmatched service and support to our customers.”

For more information about Sheehan’s Truck Centre, visit www.heavytrux.com.

Ballard Truck Center is a fifth-generation family-owned business operated by co-owners John Picking and Steven Grahn and headquartered in Avon, Mass., ideally located to support and service customers in the Boston market and throughout the Northeast from its seven locations, spanning three states.

Ballard Truck Center was awarded top U.S. dealer in Customer Satisfaction in 2019 and recently became the first Volvo Truck Certified Electric Vehicle Dealer in Massachusetts at its Tewksbury location.

“Ballard Truck Center is honored to receive this award that recognizes our efforts to adapt and expand our business to meet the evolving needs of our customers,” said John

Picking, president, Ballard Truck Center. “Our team of dedicated employees has been keeping New England rolling for more than 100 years by always making customer service our primary focus.”

For more information about Ballard Truck Center, visit www.ballardtrucks.com.

The Dealer Group of the Year Award winners were announced at Volvo Trucks’ recent annual awards dinner in Las Vegas.

Volvo Trucks’ 2022 Regional Dealer Group of the Year Awards recipients include:

• Central Region: Gateway Truck & Refrigeration Inc.

• Northeast Region: Ballard Truck Center

• Southeast Region: Action Truck Center

• Southwest Region: Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment

• West Region: TEC Equipment

For more information, visit volvotrucks.us. 

Kelly Sheehan (C), dealer principal of Sheehan’s Truck Centre, accepts the award for Volvo Trucks North America 2022 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year from Peter Voorhoeve (R), president, Volvo Trucks North America and Paul Kudla, managing director — Canada, Volvo Trucks North America.

John Picking, (second from L) dealer principal of Ballard Truck Center, and Rob Picking (third from L), director of operations of Ballard Truck Center, accept the award for Volvo Trucks North America 2022 U.S. Dealer Group of the Year from Peter Voorhoeve (R), president, Volvo Trucks North America and Chris Gossler, regional vice president — Northeast, Volvo Trucks North America.

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Emitting only water vapor, hydrogenpowered fuel cell trucks will be an important part of Volvo Trucks’ zero exhaust emission product portfolio. Now, the vehicles have passed an important milestone — namely, being test-driven on public roads.

Last year, Volvo Trucks showcased its fuel cell electric trucks for the first time. These zero exhaust emission trucks use hydrogen to produce their own electricity onboard — making them suitable for longer transport assignments.

Now, the trucks have been tested on public roads for the first time. But not just any public road. To make it extra-challenging, the tests have been conducted above the Arctic Circle in the north of Sweden — in an extremely cold climate.

“Trucks are operating seven days a week and in all types of weather.The harsh conditions on public roads in northern Sweden, with ice, wind and lots of snow, make an ideal testing environment,” said Helena Alsiö, VP Powertrain Product Management at Volvo Trucks. “I am pleased to say that the tests are going well, confirming tests we carriedoutbeforehand,bothdigitallyandon our confined test track close to Gothenburg.”

Fuel cell electric trucks powered by hydrogen will be especially suitable for longer distances and when using only batteries isn’t an option: for example, in rural areas with no charging infrastructure.

Commercially Available in Second Half of Decade

Volvo currently offers the industrys

broadest product line-up of battery electric trucks, with six models in series production, catering to a very wide variety of transports in and between cities, the manufacturer said.

The fuel cell electric trucks will be available in the second half of this decade. Tests with hauliers will start a few years before the commercial launch.

To speed up the development, Volvo Group has joined forces with Daimler to develop and produce fuel cell systems that are tailor-made for heavy-duty vehicles.

Possible to Cut CO2 Already Today

For hauliers who want to offer zero exhaust emission transport already, Volvo Trucks currently offers six different battery electric models as well as trucks that run on renewable fuels, such as biogas.

“We need to act now in order to stop global warming. Regardless of the transport assignments or where in the world our customers are operating, waiting is not an option. In a few years, our customers will be able to completely eliminate CO2 exhaust emissions from their trucks,” said Roger Alm, president of Volvo Trucks.

Facts

Volvo’s hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks will use two fuel cells with a capacity to generate 300 kWof electric power. Green hydrogen is an endless resource that is produced by using renewable energy sources, such as wind, water and sun.

For more information, visit volvotrucks.us. 

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Mike Flynn Bids Farewell to ‘Iron Business’After 50 Years

Mike Flynn, Felling Trailers’ Northeastern regional sales manager, bid farewell to life as a trailer sales rep after 22 years with the company. He decided to retire from the “iron business” in January of 2023.

A relationship that started in late 1999 when Flynn met with Merle Felling (founder and COB of Felling Trailers), having their first conversations on Flynn representing the Felling Trailers brand in the Northeast. At that time, Felling was looking to expand their dealer distribution network beyond the Upper Midwest into the Northeast.

In 2000, Flynn signed on with Felling Trailers as an independent trailer sales rep for the Northeast region covering Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Maryland, D.C. and Delaware.

No stranger to the iron business, when Flynn was 13, his father started his own short-line distribution company after 13 years of representing John Deere overseas.

“I got involved with his business from the ground up working weekends, and as I got older, I became more involved with every aspect of the business itself,” said Flynn.

They sold a wide variety of equipment: ag, light industrial equipment (including equipment trailers), domestic and foreign importing equipment such as Belarus tractors, and tillage equipment from Germany and Italy.

Flynn learned every facet of the business, from equipment assembly and delivery to sales and dealer training on their extensive line of products. In 1990, he left the family business to be an independent rep on his own.

“I repped for Harley Rock Rakes along with Dynaweld trailers for nine years until the company was sold after the owner passed in a tragic plane crash. One of my dealers had heard of Felling Trailers and suggested I check them out,” said Flynn.

He also represented Liddell Trailers for a period of nine years, selling their heavy haul products that were higher capacity than what Felling was manufacturing at the time. Flynn represented Liddell until 1999, when the owner passed, and the company was sold. While representing Felling, Flynn also took on Rogers from 2007 to 2021 to supplement the heavy haul trailers that Liddell had been making.

Throughout his time with Felling Trailers, Flynn grew the company’s dealer base and brand awareness from being “the new kid on the block,” as he put it, to a well-recognized leader in the trailer manufacturing space with more than 50 dealers throughout the northeast region.

“Mike Flynn had started with Felling Trailers as an independent trailer sales rep back in 2000 and was the driving force in establishing the Felling brand in the Northeastern U.S. We wish him the best in his retirement,” said Pat Jennissen, VP of sales and marketing, Felling Trailers.

“I never thought of my career as work. I had a passion for the challenges of marketing

new quality products, meeting new people, and covering the beautiful Northeast,” said Flynn.

Never slowing down, Flynn continued establishing new dealers and selling trailers until he retired. Joining the team for one more hoorah, he made his final appearance with the Felling Sales team at the 2023 ConExpoCon/AGG show in Las Vegas this past March. Many of Felling’s Northeastern dealers that Flynn had established over the years stopped to visit and wish him well.

“Mike has been instrumental in the development of the dealer network in the Northeast U.S. In addition to being a long-time colleague, he’s been a great friend and a mentor to me. I learned a tremendous amount of invaluable information from him, for which I’m extremely grateful. Mike, you’ve worked hard your entire life, and now it’s time to sit back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Congratulations on your retirement,” said Nathan Uphus, sales manager, Felling Trailers.

Since retiring, Flynn and his wife, Wendy, have relocated from their home in Fayetteville, N.Y., to their vacation home in Naples, Fla., to enjoy the golf course life.

“We plan on ‘over-recreating,’ as we call it, with all that we have here for amenities. We want to spend more time with our two sons, their families, and our grandson, as well as traveling the remainder of the world we haven’t seen yet while visiting friends and family along the way.”

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

Mike Flynn

Joining the team for one more hoorah, Mike Flynn made his final appearance with the Felling sales team at the 2023 ConExpoCon/AGG show in Las Vegas this past March.

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

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

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

“We are pleased to complete this important acquisition and we welcome the SEFA Group and its more than 500 hundred employees to Heidelberg Materials,” said Chris Ward, president and CEO of Heidelberg Materials North America.

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

EMAIL: BEBOMOR2003@YAHOO.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA30-2 WHEEL LOADER - LOOKING TO BUY A REAR AXLE FOR A KOMATSU WA30-2. IF YOU HAVE A REAR AXLE PLEASE CONTACT ME @ 6I6/8I3/3642. ALSO INTERESTED IN BUYING COMPLETE RUNNING KOMATSU LOADERS WA40 OR SMALLER. EMAIL:CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 6I6-813-3642 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––MANUFACTURER: MEC 3391RT AERIAL LIFT - CONTROL BOX FOR A MEC 3391RT YEAR 2000 PART NO. 20783. DOUBLE FUEL GAS/PROPANE. NO OUTRIGGER. EMAIL: TAVAKE08@ICLOUD.COM; PHONE: 415-748-8079 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS - NEED CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS 950B, 950E, 966F, 966FII, 980F AND CATERPILAR MOTOR GRADERS 140G.

EMAIL: NAQIB_KHAN73@YAHOO.COM;

PHONE: +923333298751

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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

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CONCRETE

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

EMAIL: BBENEDETTO@COMCAST.NET

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI

EX330-5 EXCAVATORS – WE ARE

LOOKING TO BUY A COUPLE OF UNITS OF HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX 330-5 & EX 450-5.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 992D EXCAVATORS – NEED TO LOCATE

JOHN DEERE'S EXCAVATORS SIZES

190E, 200, 210, 230, 270, 300, 400.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTS

TRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): EZ SCREEN 1200XLS

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

EMAIL: MAIERLANDSCAPING@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: SEARCHT930@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 657-236-7399

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

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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WANTED: BUCKET FOR JOHN DEERE 644H WITH CUTTING EDGE OR TEETH 4.25 YARD.

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR DUMP

TRUCKS - CAT 725-745'S 10,000 HOURS OR LESS, WILL BUY IN GROUPS.

EMAIL: ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM

PHONE: 312-898-5355

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WANTED (US); TEREX BUCKET

TRUCKS, ALL MODELS - 55 FT & 60 FT 4-5 YEARS OLD, PREFERABLY PREFER TEREX 5TC-55 & ALTEC AA55E PREFER FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS.

EMAIL: ZACHZ@BLACKSTARACA.COM; PHONE: 815-575-6797

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

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

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 966F II

WHEEL LOADERS

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

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WANTED (NJ): CASE BACKHOE

LOADERS: 580SK, 580L, 580SL, 580LII, 580SLII, 580M, 580MII, 580MIII, 580SM, 580SM+, 580SMII, 580SMIII, 580N EP, 580N, 580SN, 580SN WT

EMAIL: FRANKHORAN@ GROFFTRACTOR.COM

PHONE: 800-654-USED ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX450 LC-5 EXCAVATORS. MENTION

MACHINES & EMAIL US DETAILS WITH PICTURES CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS 140G CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS 950B, 950E, 966E, 966F, 966FII, 970F, 980F HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX200, EX200LC, EX270LC, EX400, EX400LC, EX300LC, EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400-5, EX60WD, EX100WD.

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

ï Online

May 24 - 31, 2023

For: Late Model Construction Equipment & more

ï Sardis, OH

Wed., May 24, 2023

For: Major Rental Return Auction

ï Morristown, NJ

Thurs., May 25, 2023

For: Late Model Construction & Demolition

Retirement Auction

ï Queretaro, MX

Fri., May 26, 2023

For: Late Model Construction & Support

Equipment

ï Online

June 9 - 16, 2023

For: Retirement Auction, Roofing & Landscaping Contractor

ï Las Vegas, NV

Sat., June 10, 2023

For: Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment & more

ï Copenhagen, NY

Thurs., June 15, 2023

For: Retirement Auction, Very Clean Medium & Light Construction Equipment & more

ï Atlantic City, NJ

Sat., June 17, 2023

For: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction/Utility & more

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

ï Rocky Mountain Regional Event

May 24 - 25, 2023

ï BC Regional Event

May 30 - 31, 2023

ï Sacramento, CA

June 7 - 8, 2023

ï Great Plains Regional Event

June 14 - 15, 2023

ï Southern Regional Event

June 15 - 16, 2023

ï Las Vegas, NV

June 15 - 16, 2023

ï Houston, TX

June 20 - 22, 2023

ï Phoenix, AZ

June 21 - 22, 2023

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

ï Online

May 9 – June 12, 2023

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

ï Online

Fri., May 26, 2023

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

ï Online

Sat., June 10, 2023

For: Sacramento Equipment Auction

ï Online

Fri., June 30, 2023

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com

1-877-BIDADOO

ï Online

May 30, 2023

ï Online

June 6, 2023

EQUIPMENT GUIDE

Coming Auctions

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

BIG IRON AUCTIONS

www.bigiron.com

800-937-3558

ï Online

May 24, 2023

ï Online

May 31, 2023

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS

www.brightstarauctions.com

574-825-0704

ï Online

Wed., June 21, 2023

For: IronRing Consignment Auction

ï Middlebury, IN

July 6 - 7, 2023

For: Summer Second Mile Center Equipment Consignment Auction

ï Middlefield, OH

Fri., July 14, 2023

For: Summer ’23 Lake Erie Consignment Auction

DEANCO AUCTIONS

www.deancoauction.com

MS: 601-656-9768

AL: 334-693-2540

ï Philadelphia, MS

Wed., May 24, 2023

For: Huge 1-Day Contractors - Farm Equipment & Truck Auction

DON SMOCK AUCTION CO., INC.

www.dsa-auctions.com

765-778-9277

ï Clinton, IN

Thurs., June 1, 2023

For: D. Robertson Gravel Equipment Auction

ï Pendleton, IN

Fri., June 16, 2023

For: 31st Annual Summer Consignment Auction

GEYER AUCTION COMPANIES

www.geyerauctions.com

484-239-3273

ï Online

Thurs., June 8, 2023

For: McAuliffe Asphalt Paving – Allied Equipment Rental Complete Liquidation Auction

HANSEN AUCTION GROUP

www.hansenauctiongroup.com

920-383-1012

ï Online Ends June 12, 2023

For: Pike Summer Construction Equipment, Truck & Trailer Auction

HESS AUCTIONEERS

www.hessauctioneers.net

866-511-2493

ï Marietta, PA Fri., June 16, 2023

For: Truck, Trailer & Equipment Auction

HUNYADY AUCTION COMPANY www.hunyady.com

800-233-6898

ï Virtual Live Wed., May 24, 2023

For: Complete Liquidation Joe Bauer and Sons, Inc.

ï Virtual Live

Wed., June 7, 2023

For: Rittenbaugh Transport, Inc. Complete Liquidation

ï Virtual Live

Wed., June 21, 2023

For: Surplus Liquidation Cifelli and Son

Paving & Masonry

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION

www.iraymn.com

320-968-7230

ï Online Wed., June 28, 2023

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

IRON AUCTION GROUP

www.ironauctiongroup.com

864-546-1216

ï Princeton, WV

Thurs., June 15, 2023

For: Unreserved Public Truck & Equipment Auction

J.M. WOOD AUCTION COMPANY

www.jmwood.com

800-447-7085

ï Montgomery, AL

June 13 - 15, 2023

For: 50th Anniversary Summer Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com

888-897-8864

ï Online

Thurs., May 25, 2023

For: Live-Online Auction

JAMES G. MURPHY INC.

AUCTIONEERS

www.murphyauction.com

425-486-1246

ï Online

June 8 - 15, 2023

For: Marysville Heavy Equipment, Trucks & Vehicles Auction

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com

601-450-6200

ï Weatherford, OK

Thurs., May 25, 2023

For: Complete Dispersal Auction of Big M Construction, LLC

ï Weatherford, OK

Thurs., May 25, 2023

For: Complete Dispersal Auction of Big M Construction, LLC

ï Clayton, IN

Thurs., June 1, 2023

For: Midwest Construction & Farm Equipment Public Auction

ï New Ulm, MN

Thurs., June 1, 2023

For: Hoffman Construction Retirement Auction

ï Glencoe, MN

Tues., June 6, 2023

For: Summer Construction Equipment & Truck Auction

JOEY MARTIN AUCTIONEERS

www.joeymartinauctioneers.com

864-940-4800

ï Decatur, TX

Thurs., June 29, 2023

For: North TX Fleet Reduction & Rental Public Auction

MIDEAST EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

www.mideastequip.com

860-370-9993

ï Bloomfield, CT

Sat., June 10, 2023

For: Construction Equipment Auction

MIEDEMA ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP

www.1800lastbid.com

616-538-0367

ï Online Repocast.com

Ends June 6, 2023

For: Construction/Heavy Equipment & Commercial Lawn Equipment

MYRON BOWLING AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.myronbowling.com

513-738-3311

ï Online

Fri., June 16, 2023

For: D & D Power Online Auction

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION

www.purplewave.com

866-608-9283

ï Online

Wed., May 24, 2023

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., May 25, 2023

For: Construction Equipment Auction

ï Online

Wed., May 31, 2023

For: Ag Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., June 1, 2023

For: Truck & Trailer Auction

ï Online

Tues., June 6, 2023

For: Government Auction

ï Online

Wed., June 7, 2023

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., June 8, 2023

For: Construction Equipment Auction

RES AUCTION SERVICES

www.RES.bid

833-SOLD-RES

ï Wooster, OH

Tues., June 27, 2023

For: Agricultural & Construction Equipment

ROSEN & COMPANY, INC.

www.rosenandcompany.com

216-990-1831

ï Online

Thurs., June 1, 2023

For: Crane Truck, JCB Telehandlers & More

ï Cleveland, OH

Fri., June 16, 2023

For: Summer Equipment/Machinery Consignment Auction

RTI AUCTIONS

www.teitsworth.com

585-243-1563

ï Online

June 2 - 7, 2023

For: CNY Farm Supply Annual Spring NetAuction

SALES AUCTION COMPANY, LLC

www.salesauctioncompany.com

860-627-7506

ï Storrs, CT

June 28 - 29, 2023

For: One Owner Complete Dispersal Retirement. Milton C. Beebe and Sons, Inc.

ï Central Massachusetts

Thurs., August 10, 2023

For: Large One Owner Retirement Auction Complete Dispersal

SAMMY P AUCTION SERVICES

www.sammyp.com

860-564-9400

ï Plainfield, CT

Fri., June 16, 2023

For: Major Equipment & Truck Dispersal Auction

ï Mercer, PA

Fri., June 23, 2023

For: Day 1 Major Job Completion Auction. Clearwater Construction

ï Timed Online

Sat., June 24, 2023

For: Day 2 Major Job Completion Auction. Clearwater Construction

SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC

www.shetronequipment.com

717-532-8828

ï Shippensburg, PA

Wed., May 31, 2023

For: Construction & Farm Equipment Auction

ï Shippensburg, PA

Wed., June 28, 2023

For: Construction & Farm Equipment Auction

SOLD AUCTION COMPANY

www.soldauctionco.com

404-725-2267

ï Blacksburg, SC

Sat., June 3, 2023

For: South Carolina Early Summer Public Auction

STEFFES GROUP INC.

www.steffesgroup.com

701-237-9173

ï Online

May 17 – 24, 2023

For: Lloyd Construction Inc. Retirement Auction

ï Online

June 21 - 28, 2023

For: Steffes Construction Auction

YODER & FREY

HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

www.yoderandfrey.com

419-865-3990

ï Findlay, OH

Thurs., June 8, 2023

For: Ohio Auction Site

ï Sealy, TX

Thurs., June 22, 2023

For: Texas Auction Site

Kubota, Crayola Refuel Partnership, Plan National Tour

1. LIVE: Wednesday, May 24: SARDIS, OHIO: Major Rental Return Auction. Bridgeport Tool. Primarily John Deere Construction Equipment, Very Late Model JLG Booms & Scissors, Trucks, Trailers and Support. Plus Liquidation of Local Contractor. HIGHLIGHTS: 2018 JLG 800S, (2)2018-2017 JLG 600AJ, 2019-(2)2018 JLG 600S, (3)2018 600AJ, (2)2019 JLG 400S, (2)2017 JLG 450AJ, (3)2017 JLG 340AJ, (2)2019 JLG T350, 2018 JLG 1644, (3)2018 JLG 1255, 2018 JLG 1043, (2)2019 JLG G5-18, 2019 JD 250G, (3)2019-(3)2018 JD 210G, (3)2019 JD 160G, 2019 JD 135G, 201 JD85G, JD 750K, JD 650K, JD 450K, JD 344L, (6)JD 6155MAgTractors, (2)2018 Freightliner C120 Dump Trucks(quad, glider), (2)2017 Freightliner 114S(quad), (2)20142013 Freightliner CL120(quad, glider).

2. LIVE: Thursday, May 25: MORRISTOWN (Parsippany), NEW JERSEY: New Jersey's Finest. 90% Liquidation Retirement Auction. One of the Premier Contractors in New Jersey.Very Late Model Construction, Demolition Equipment, Truck Tractors, Rolloff Trucks, Dump & Equipment Trailers(100-ton)Upto2023Year.OnlyTheBest.

Kubota and Crayola’s national partnership includes an immersive, interactive racing-themed event touring Crayola’s hands-on family attractions called Raceway Makeover by Kubota, downloadable at-home crafts and coloring pages, and classroom activities.

Kubota Tractor Corporation and Crayola announced a renewed partnership building on the success of last year’s collaboration between the brands to show kids how teamwork can make a difference in their community.

The new venture is inspired by Kubota’s NASCAR partners like Trackhouse Racing and ThorSport Racing and includes an immersive, interactive event touring Crayola’s family attractions; at-home crafts and coloring pages at CrayolaExperience.com/Kubota and Crayola.com; and classroom activities and educational content.

Together, the brands will transform Crayola Experience family attractions into “Raceway Makeover by Kubota” in a four-market national takeover tour beginning later in May. The limited-time events will put kids (and kids at heart) in the driver’s seat of dozens of hands-on, auto racing-themed activities featuring Kubota equipment — such as tractors, mowers and RTVs — as they ready the fictional town of Crayonville for its new raceway.

To kick off the national tour, Kubota and Crayola will host grand opening events for each takeover, featuring live pit crew demonstrations from Kubota’s NASCAR partner Trackhouse Racing. At these free-to-the-public events, kids will get to test their own pit crew skills to see if they have what it takes. Kid-friendly challenges include simulated tire changing relays, gas refill speed tests, tire obstacle courses and more.

“Partnering with Crayola brings to life our iconic orange equipment in new ways and with it the chance for kids to get creative and see what’s possible when we work together,”

see KUBOTA page 94

3. LIVE: Friday, May 26: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late Model Cat, Case, John Deere, Volvo Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Trucks and Trailers, Large Quantity Attachments & Support Equipment. HIGHLIGHTS: (4)New Case Backhoes, (2)Cat 323 Excavators.

4. TIMED: Closes-Wednesday, May 31, Opens-Wednesday, May 24: MONTREAL, CANADA: Late Model Kubota, Komatsu, John Deere Construction Equipment, New Forestry and Mulching Attachments and Support including New Containers, Skid Steer Buckets & Forks.

5. LIVE: Saturday, June 10: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Phase 1 of URI Purchasing Ahern Rentals: Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment,Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Trucks, Trailers,Attachments, Support.

6. LIVE: Thursday, June 15: COPENHAGEN (Watertown), NEW YORK: Retirement Auction. Complete Liquidation. One of the Finest Names in the North Country. Very Clean Medium & Light Construction Equipment, Building Equipment, Supplies, Tools and Real Estate.

7. TIMED: Closes- Friday, June 16, Opens- Friday, June 9: ATLANTIC CITY (Egg Harbor City), NEW JERSEY: Retirement Auction. 1 Owner of Roofing & Landscaping Contractor.

8. LIVE: Saturday,June17: ATLANTICCITY,NEWJERSEY: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Fork Lifts, Trucks & Trailers, Attachments, Support and more.

9. LIVE: Friday, June 23: ALBANY, NEW YORK: Very Large Job Completion Including all Types of Late Model, Low-Houred Cat, John Deere, Linkbelt Earthmoving Equipment, Cranes, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Support, Late Model Dump Trucks-Late Model Mack & Freightliner(2022-2021), Truck Tractors. Only The Best. Large Quantity Late Model Bottom Dump Trailers(2022-2021).

10. LIVE: Saturday, June 24: MONTAGUE (Port Jervis), NEW YORK: 2Auctions in 1 Day. Retirement. Construction & Utility Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support, Plus Rental Fleet Equipment-Mostly Cat & John Deere.

11. TIMED: Closes- Tuesday, June 27, Opens- Tuesday, June 13: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Phase 4 of URI Purchasing Ahern Rentals: Selling Units to Make Room for New Arrivals.

12. LIVE: Wednesday, June 28: HOUSTON, TEXAS: Phase 3 of URI Purchasing Ahern Rentals: Selling Units to Make Room for New Arrivals. HIGHLIGHTS: (232)Scissor Lifts, (63)Boom Lifts, Forklifts, Boom & Water Trucks, Tractor Loader Backhoes, Skid Steers, Hydraulic Excavators, Crawler Tractors.

13. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, June 29, Opens- Thursday, June 15: TALLAPOOSA (Atlanta), GEORGIA: Phase 2 Very Large Dispersal of URI Purchase of Ahern Rentals: Selling Units to Make Room for New Arrivals. Primarily Boom Lifts, Scissor Lifts, Forklifts.

14-15. LIVE: Thursday, July 6 & Friday July 7: SYRACUSE (Auburn), NEWYORK: 2-Day Inventory Reduction Auction (47 years in business). 1 Owner. Good Quality (6)Cat & John Deere Pipelayers, Crawler Tractors, Rubber Tired Loaders, Hydraulic Excavators, Skid Steers,Trenchers, BoomTrucks, DumpTrucks,TruckTractors, Pickups, Large Quantity of Pipeline Accessories in Great Condition. Plus Trench Boxes, Sheeting & much more.

16-17. LIVE: Saturday, July 8: CANASTOTA (Syracuse), NEW YORK: AnnualAlex Lyon & Son Barbecue & HaycampWithThe Nicest Late Model Equipment and Trucks to be Sold on Planet Earth. PLUS: Something Real Special - "JACK POT" - Help Celebrate Jack's 50th Year as an Auctioneer and in the Auction Business. BBQ Friday July 7.

18.

LIVE: Saturday, July 15: MEXICO, NEW YORK: Complete Liquidation. Retirement Auction. Over 60 Years in Business. Construction Equipment, Enormous Amount of Parts, Unbelievable Machines Shop Equipment, Real Estate.

19.

LIVE: Saturday, July 22: LONG ISLAND, NEWYORK: Complete Liquidation. Retirement Auction. Large Landscape & Grooming Company. Trucks, Construction and Landscaping Equipment.

20. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, July 27, Opens- Friday, July 14: COLUMBUS, OHIO: 1 Owner. (50)53ft to 48ft. Van Trailers, Trucks and Small Amount of Support Equipment.

21. LIVE: Saturday, July 29: NEWARK, NEW JERSEY: ConsolidationAuction of Construction, Snow, Utility Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Very Large Amount of Shop Equipment and Tools.

22. LIVE: Saturday, August 5: POMPEY (Syracuse), NEW YORK: Annual Lee Publications Empire Farm Days. Late Model Construction & Agricultural Equipment, Attachments, Support, Trucks, Trailers, Something for Everybody.

23. LIVE: Friday, September 22: ALBANY, NEW YORK: Major Job Completion. Primarily Cat, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo Earthmoving Equipment, Attachments, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, All Types of Trailers.

NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED

24. TORONTO, CANADA: Late Model Rentals of Agricultural Equipment, Construction Equipment,Attachments, Tools, Support, Various Trucks and Trailers.

25. RACINE, WISCONSIN: Job CompletionAuction of Late Model Construction, Aggregate, Utility Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service & Pickup Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.

26. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickups, All Types of Trailers (Equipment & Van), Attachments and Support.

27. ATTLEBORO, MASSACHUSETTS: Large Quantity Late Model Trucks: Pickups, Service, Bucket & Derrick, Construction Equipment, Aerials and Forklifts.

28. PARKERSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA: Very Large, Late Model Construction & Utility Equipment Auction. Construction & Utility Equipment, Accessories, Trucks, Trailers from Dirt Job Completion.

29. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Rental Returns Auction. 1 Major Rental Fleet of Construction, Utility Equipment,Aerial Lifts, Support & Attachments.

Companies Bring Kids Together, Tout Community Teamwork

said Todd Stucke, senior vice president of marketing, Kubota Tractor Corporation. “Throughouttheimmersiveexperience,kids will discover how teamwork and the machine power of Kubota equipment can improve communities.”

Insidethefamilyattractions,kidswillparticipate in a pit crew tire change challenge, get behind the wheel of a virtual Kubota tractor in a simulator game, race Kubota toy cars customized with Crayola accessories and take photos with kid-sized KubotabrandedracecarsandtrucksduetoKubota’s NASCAR partners Trackhouse and ThorSport Racing, plus more activities.

The Raceway Makeover by Kubota takeover will tour throughout 2023, making pit stops at four Crayola Experience locations in Orlando, Fla. (May 25 to June 18);

Chandler,Ariz. (June 29 to July 30); Easton, Pa. (Aug. 10 to Sept. 5) and Plano, Texas (Nov. 14 to Jan. 2, 2024).

“Through collaborations such as our partnership with Kubota, we are able to create exciting and engaging experiences that showcasereal-lifeapplicationsofhowimagination and creativity are at the core of everything we do as kids and adults,” said Warren Schorr, senior vice president BusinessDevelopment,GlobalLicensing,& Experiences.

“Big machines. Racing. Coloring. Building. What kid doesn’t love these things?And what an amazing opportunity to help them learn how creativity and equipment are used to design and build the world around us.”

For more information, visit CrayolaExperience.com/Kubota. 

KUBOTA from page 93

Sammy PAuction Services Holds Sale for SLT Construction

OnApril 21, 2023, Sammy PAuction Services conducted a major heavy equipment and truck auction for SLT Construction Corp’s. aggregate division, which was downsizing its fleet upon the completion of a commercial subdivision project in Carver, Mass. This well-maintained col-

lection of largely late-model trucks and earthmoving equipment also featured a nice selection of portable aggregate screening and crushing equipment.  CEG

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

As buyers entered the site, they could not help but be impressed by the great lineup of late-model machines in very good condition.

(L-R) are Sammy Petrowsky, president of Sammy P Auction Services; Peter Opachinski, president of SLT Construction Corp.; and Jason Martin, general manager of SLT Construction Corp.

A nice pair of nearly identical Cat 740 off-road trucks were made available to the highest bidder.

Sammy Petrowsky spells out the terms and conditions of the sale.

This sale featured one of the nicest lineups of aggregate equipment seen this year in the northeast.

Danny Anderson of Sammy P Auction Services works the ring as the sale gets warmed up selling small items.

Corp.’sAggregate Division; Late-Model Iron Goes On Block

Several late-model Cat 279D skid steers were looking for a new home.

A nice crowd gathers for live bidding as well as bidders from across the world from three different online services.

This John Deere 850K is a great example of the clean equipment featured in the Sammy P sale.

Potential buyers run a system check on one of the several portable aggregate plants featured in this major sale.

Cat and Komatsu excavators coming straight off the job and ready to go to work.

A Cat 966G receives a thorough pre-sale workout.

BIG orwe sell itALL! SMALL

Apprenticeships Gain Momentum

APPRENTICESHIPS from page 42

Nonprofit groupApprenticeships for America said nonprofits, for-profits or public institutions are potential candidates.

Intermediaries are “going to be able to recruit the apprentices, the employers and stitch it all together,” McCarthy told Open Campus.

Jennifer Carlson of career service Apprenti describes the group as a consortium of 80 apprenticeship-delivery organizations across industries. She said apprenticeship training “allows for people with nontraditional work skills to find an alternate pathway into high-demand, high-wage roles.”

Trident Technical College, a two-year institution located in South Carolina, is one intermediary currently in partnership with local K-12 schools.

Employers are invested, said Melissa Stowasser, assistant vice president of community partnerships at the college.

“The employers have skin in the game” and are paying the salaries and providing mentors to apprentices, she said. “They are committed.”

For Tom Howard, owner of Lee’s Air in Madison, Wis., the program was meant to address a growing labor shortage.

“The reality is, as air-conditioning and plumbing companies, we are desperate for labor,” he said. “It’s a massive problem.”

Lee’s covers the cost of training and supplies and matches apprentices with full-time jobs at the company. Once workers complete the program, “we have a pretty high retention rate,” he said.

But these days, apprenticeships are becoming more mainstream across the industry, Howard added.

“Companies that have these programs have a huge advantage because we can create the labor.”

It’s all a win-win for the employer and the apprentice, said Polk of the Wisconsin DWD. Employers ensure they have a skilled, productive workforce, and apprentices get paid for onthe-job training that advances them into the professional world.

Biden maintains his initiative will have long-lasting and economic bene-

fits. But not everyone in the construction industry agrees.

One-Sided Approach

The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) organization is vocal about its objections to the narrow focus of Biden’s initiative.

The association said it would take 12 years for government-registered apprenticeship programs (GRAP) to make a dent the more than half a million worker void the industry needs to fill right now.

“Yet, the government’s own data demonstrates that the restrictive GRAP system is not meeting the industry’s need for skilled labor,” he added.

It “therefore cannot be the only solution supported by government to meet market demand and develop a diverse and inclusive workforce.”

AMay DOL listening session on the National Apprenticeship System rewrite “could result in new restrictive policies favoring special interests at the expense of the broader construction industry,” said Brubeck.

Instead, ABC has gotten behind other workforce legislation, including Training America’s Workforce and the Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce

ABC estimates that the industry’s GRAP system yielded just 45,000 workers who completed four- to fiveyear apprenticeship programs last year.

“Construction of American infrastructure, funded by robust investments will be delayed, subject to added costs or not built at all,” said Ben Brubeck, ABC vice president of regulatory, labor and state affairs.

That’s unless lawmakers champion all-of-the-above workforce development policies for the construction industry, he said.

“Unfortunately, the Biden administration and some in Congress are pushing policies exclusively promoting GRAP to build the construction workforce.”

This benefits special interests, said Brubeck, because 75 percent of all GRAP enrollees are affiliated with union programs.

ABC said the national apprenticeship act “further entrenches” the “rigid” system and fails to address workforce needs of the nation’s construction industry.

It also “substantially restricts apprenticeship opportunities currently serving thousands of contractors, the association maintains,” said the association.

“ABC’s 68 chapters are educating craft, safety and management professionals using innovative and flexible learning models.”

That’s in addition to more than 300 GRAPs across more than 20 different occupations with a goal to develop a safe, skilled and productive workforce.

“ABC member companies administer GRAPs independent of ABC’s network,” said Brubeck.

Members invested an estimated $1.6 billion in construction industry workforce development in 2021, he added.

“GRAPs are one of many solutions that are part of ABC’s all-of-the-above solution to workforce development,” said Brubeck.  CEG

In 2022, President Biden launched the Apprenticeship Ambassador Initiative, a network of businesses and organizations supporting registered apprenticeship.

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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.

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NATIONAL ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION (NAPA)

NAPA 2023 MIDYEAR MEETING

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OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA)

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OSHA’s mission is to ensure that employees work in a safe and healthful environment by setting and enforcing standards, and by providing training, outreach education and assistance. Employers must comply with all applicable OSHA standards. They must also comply with the General Duty Clause of the OSH Act, which requires employers to keep their workplace free of serious recognized hazards.

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Industrial Truck Association (ITA)

For more than 70 years, the Industrial Truck Association (ITA) has been the leading organization of industrial truck manufacturers and suppliers of component parts and accessories that conduct business in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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HYUNDAI CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT....................................34,35 JESCO................................................................................................3,90

CORPORATION..............................................83

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MERCER PA 6/23-24....................................................................100

SANY AMERICA INC............................................................................39

SENNEBOGEN......................................................................................66

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SHIPPENSBURG PA 5/31..............................................................94 SILVI CONCRETE..................................................................................10

STEPHENSON EQUIPMENT INC........................................................11

STONE PRODUCTS INC......................................................................71

TADANO CRANES................................................................................48

TEREX FUCHS......................................................................................69

TORA CRUSHING & SCREENING......................................................60

TOWMASTER INC...........................................................................86,87

TRACEY ROAD EQUIPMENT INC......................................................13

TRI-STATE TRAILER SALES..........................................................84,85

UNITED CONSTRUCTION & FORESTRY............................................6

VOLVO CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT........................................52,53

WEILER GRADER................................................................................51

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WHITNEY & SON INC..........................................................................70

WOODS CRW CORP............................................................................17

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