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By Chuck MacDonald CEG CORRESPONDENT

Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) lies 24 mi. from its big brother, Philadelphia International Airport, south of the city.

Passengers and cargo travel out of Philadelphia International, while PNE, a general aviation airport, serves clients for flight instruction and airline maintenance. PNE also houses clients that include the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Leonardo Helicopters, a firm that

buildshelicoptersformilitary,rescueandcivilian use.

Like its larger brother, PNE has to maintain its facilities, runways and taxiways for aircraft. Starting inApril, contracting company James D. see PNE page 48

Rosy View From the Operator’s Seat Equipment Financing On Uptick for Second Half of 2023

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

The equipment finance picture is encouraging, six months after a report indicated it would be a so-so year.

The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) reports that June new business volume was up 6 percent year-over-year. That’s an excellent indicator of a healthy construction industry, one of the leading big-ticket financing sectors.

The association’s Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI) shows overall new business volume for June was $10.9 billion. Volume was up 15 percent from $9.5 billion in May.Year-to-date, cumulative new see FINANCING page 102

Contractor James D. Morrissey recycled some 45 percent of the existing taxiway, minimizing the hauling of fresh aggregate and reducing the carbon footprint of the project.

Construction machinery was among the top five most financed equipment, along with transportation, agriculture, IT and industry/manufacturing, in 2022.

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8 AMERICAN SPEARHEADS $125M COMMERCIAL UPGRADE AT JFK

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, in partnership with American Airlines and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Airports, unveiled plans for a $125 million commercial redevelopment program at JFK International Airport.

12 SCOTUS CLEARS WAY FOR PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION TO PROCEED

The Supreme Court on July 27 cleared the way for construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline to proceed, granting an emergency request from backers of the project that has the support of Congress and the Biden administration.

12 M-NCPPC BUYS VOLVO E- EQUIPMENT TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABILITY

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), which includes the Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, is adding electric construction machines from Volvo CE to its fleet.

16 VDOT TO OPEN 10 MI. OF I-95 EXPRESS LANES IN AUGUST

The $970 million extension will continue the 95 Express Lanes north of Fredericksburg from the current terminus just south of Va. Highway 610/Garrisonville Road to near Va. 17/Warrenton Road in Stafford County.

16 CULTURE IN CONSTRUCTION: WHY IT MATTERS, HOW TO IMPROVE IT

There is a labor shortage in the construction industry — and it’s not exactly breaking news. Headlines declare that “nobody wants to work anymore” — but is this explanation really at the root of a longstanding, industry-wide issue?

22 COLLISION PROTECTION TO BE BUILT ON SPANS OVER DELAWARE RIVER

Construction on the new Delaware Memorial Bridge Protection System is under way, a $93 million effort designed to limit damage to each of the two spans’tower structures as a result of strikes from large, wayward ships and vessels.

22 TOPCON SOLUTIONS ACQUIRES BOYD INSTRUMENT AND SUPPLY IN HORSHAM

Pre-construction work is under way on the Interstate 81 Susquehanna Bridges project in northeastern Pennsylvania, a 9-mi. stretch of rebuilding and repair work along I-81 from New Milford Borough north to the New York State border.

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36 TAKEUCHI ADDS BUTLER EQUIPMENT TO DEALER NETWORK

Butler Equipment is the latest addition to Takeuchi’s growing dealer network following its acquisition of the Takeuchi business previously held by Terry W. Kahle in Knox, Pa.

38 BOBCAT DONATES $250,000 TO PARKS TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABILITY

Bobcat Company has extended five grants, each worth $50,000, to parks across the nation as part of its partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).

106 KREIS RETURNS TO RITCHIE BROS. AS REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR

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68 VERMEER REIMAGINES DESIGN OF HORIZONTAL GRINDERS WITH HG4000

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American Spearheads $125M Commercial Upgrade at JFK

The PortAuthority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), in partnership withAmericanAirlines and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports, unveiled plans in mid-July on a $125 million commercial redevelopment program for Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens.

The project will feature a new great hall and is expected to bring more than 60 new shopping and restaurant offerings to the terminal. With an emphasis on locally owned and diverse businesses that will create economic opportunities for the community, the new enterprise is designed to showcase New York’s world-renowned culinary scene and establish a unique sense of place for travelers.

Following the recent completion of a $400 million expansion of Terminal 8, the commercial redevelopment will further enhance the customer experience at the terminal with a complete redesign and expansion of the concessions program, including new dining, retail, duty-free shopping, performance space and digitally enabled experiences for customers. Affordable dining options consistent with PANYNJ’s street pricing policy will be included.

With the expansion of the concessions program, the project will create more than 300 new concessions jobs at Terminal 8, according to the Port Authority.

The connection to Queens, New York City and other New York State communities will be at the forefront of the redevelopment, from design and construction to operating opportunities for local business owners.

“This is another tremendous milestone in our extensive JFK redevelopment program,” explained PortAuthority Executive Director Rick Cotton. “We are excited for the continued transformation to bring customers a world-classtravelexperience,boostemployment opportunities for our local communities, and provide a pathway for local and minority enterprises to propel their business as a design, construction or concession partner.”

American selected JFK T8 Innovation Partners, a joint venture led by URW, to lead the redevelopment. The latter is an owner, developer and operator of sustainable, highquality real estate assets across Europe and the United States.

Also joining the T8 Partners team, with a 30 percent equity stake, is Phoenix Infrastructure Group, a minority-owned, minority business enterprise (MBE)-certified investment firm focused on critical infrastructure projects; and Holt Construction, one of New York’s premier construction management firms with experi-

ence in more than 100 aviation projects at airports across the country, including the expansion of Terminal 8 where Holt exceeded its 30 percent minority and womenowned business enterprise (MWBE) participation goal.

“It is an honor to partner with American Airlines and the PortAuthority to help transform JFK and bring major benefits to New Yorkers and travelers from around the world,” said Dany Nasr, CEO of URW Airports. “We’re committed to ensuring Terminal 8’s concession program celebrates New York’s incredible diversity and represents the best of NewYork with a lineup that spotlights local, small and minority-owned businesses alongside global icons.”

Big Opportunities in the Big Apple

At all of PANYNJ’s airport redevelopment projects, an emphasis on including locally owned, iconic dining and shops is a key part of the agency’s vision.The presence of local businesses at terminals helps to create airports with a sense of place unique to the region and economic opportunities for nearby communities.

To lower the barriers of entry into the airport industry for locally owned small businesses, T8 Partners will launch a small business accelerator program for Queens and other locally based enterprises that will provide technical assistance and innovative leasing approaches with low risk. T8 Partners is committed to achieving the Port Authority goal of 30 percent MWBE participationinthedesignandconstructionofconcession spaces and 30 percent Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) participation for concession operations.

With sustainability as another fundamental element to the redevelopment, T8 Partners has partnered with the Green RestaurantAssociation to deliver a food and beverage program with brands that value sustainable business practices and get 100 percent of all eligible tenants to become Certified Green Restaurants. The certification is based on the sustainability of the restaurant’s energy, water, waste, chemicals,

food sources and packaging.

“Visitors from around the world will get their first taste of what our region has to offer as soon as they step into JFK’s Terminal 8, which, like all of our new airport terminals, will feature a wide range of local dining and shops,” said PortAuthority Chairman Kevin O’Toole. “Local businesses help us create a sense of place unique to the region.”

Transforming JFK Into World-Class Gateway

In January 2017, the JFK Vision Plan was announced to transform JFK International into the world-class airport that NewYorkers deserve. The vision plan provides a strategic framework for the Port Authority and its partners to completely redevelop, modify and expand existing facilities and infrastructure.

Following that, four massive projects got under way at JFK International. They include:

• The $9.5 billion development of a New Terminal One to anchor the airport’s south side broke ground last September.

• An expansion of Terminal 4, costing $1.5 billion and led by Delta Air Lines and JFK International Air Terminal, is also now under construction.

• Additionally, a new $4.2 billion Terminal 6, which will connect seamlessly with Terminal 5 to create an anchor terminal on the airport’s north side, broke ground in February.

• The $400 million modernization and expansion of Terminal 8, led by American Airlines, which operates the terminal, and British Airways, which relocated to Terminal 8 late last year, was completed in November 2022.

Terminal 8 has since become recognized as a world-renowned gateway for American’s one-world partners as Iberia and Japan Airlines joined British Airways in their relocating operations, and Qantas returned service to Terminal 8.

All of the privately financed terminal projects, combined with the PANYNJ’s roadway, parking and infrastructure projects, represent a $19 billion transformation of the airport through an extraordinary series of

public-private partnerships. The Port Authority capital investment of $3.9 billion is leveraging private investment at a rate of nearly four to one when considering the full private investment of more than $15 billion that has been committed to the four projects comprising the full JFK redevelopment program.

Impressive Partnership Redeveloping Terminal 8

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) is an owner, developer and operator of sustainable, high-quality real estate assets in the most dynamic cities in Europe and the United States. The group operates 78 shopping centers in 12 countries, including 45 which carry the iconic Westfield brand. These centers attract over 900 million visits annually and provide a unique platform for retailers and brands to connect with consumers.

Phoenix Infrastructure Group is a minority-owned firm focused on impactful equity investments in critical infrastructure projects. It also is a committed partner to and investor in public-private partnerships across the transportation, social infrastructure and smart city infrastructure amongst various asset classes. Headquartered in New York City and Washington, D.C., Phoenix actively pursues infrastructure investment opportunities across North America, with an emphasis on the United States.

The PortAuthority of NewYork and New Jersey is a bi-state agency that builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. For over a century, the agency’s network of major airports, critical bridges, tunnels, and bus terminals, a commuter rail line, and the busiest seaport on the East Coast has been among the most vital in the country — transporting hundreds of millions of people and moving essential goods into and out of the region.

PANYNJ historic $37 billion, 10-year capitalplanincludesunprecedentedtransformation of the region’s three major airports — LaGuardia, Newark Liberty and JFK — as well as an array of other new and upgraded assets, including the $2 billion renovation of the 90-year-old George Washington Bridge.

The Port Authority’s annual budget of $8 billion includes no tax revenue from either the states of New York or New Jersey or from the City of NewYork.The agency raises the necessary funds for the improvement, construction, or acquisition of its facilities primarily on its own credit. 

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A great hall with stores and restaurants is planned for JFK's Terminal 8.

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SCOTUSClearsWayforW.Va.’sMountain Valley Pipeline Construction to Proceed

The Supreme Court on July 27 cleared the way for construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline to proceed, granting an emergency request from backers of the project that has the support of Congress and the Biden administration.

The justices agreed to lift lower court orders that froze construction of the project while legal challenges play out, CNN reported.

The Supreme Court’s order is a victory for West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, who has championed the project and pushed for it during debt ceiling negotiations in June.

In the brief order, the court offered no extensive reasoning, and no dissents were noted.

Despite climate activists urging the Biden administration to stop approving fossil fuel projects like the Mountain Valley Pipeline, White House officials have been supportive ofthepipelinesinceitwasfirst introduced in Congress in 2022.

More recently, administration officials, including White House senior adviser John Podesta and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, voiced support this year for the pipeline’s approval.

The White House did not immediately return CNN’s request for comment on the Supreme Court allowing the pipeline to proceed.

The 300-mi.-long pipeline is designed to transport gas from West Virginia’s Marcellus and Utica shale areas to Virginia.Along the way, it would cross waterways and federal national forest lands, which is why it went through a complex environmental permitting process and led to multiple lawsuits.

The project has faced long delays, in part because several of the court challenges were upheld by the Virginia-based 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which has repeatedly tossed the pipeline’s permits, citing environmental violations.

In June, however, members of Congress came together during the debt ceiling negotiations to pass the Fiscal Responsibility Act, known as Section 324, mandating the completion of the pipeline and stripping jurisdiction of courts to hear challenges regarding federal approvals of the project. President Biden quickly signed it into law on June 3.

When it was revealed that Manchin’s pipeline provisions would be added to the debt limit bill, a White House official told CNN it would make good on a compromise that the Biden administration and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer struck with Manchin in 2022 to secure his vote for the Inflation Reduction Act.

“The Supreme Court has spoken and this decision to let

construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline move forward again is the correct one,” Manchin’s office said in a statement. “I am relieved that the highest court in the land has upheld the law Congress passed and the president signed.”

Environmental groups such as the Wilderness Society argued that Congress had exceeded its authority in passing the law. On July 10, the appeals court entered an order freezing construction and agreed to expedite the case.

Backers of the pipeline had said that if they could not resume operations by July 26, they would be unable to put the pipeline into service by the end of the year.

A hearing in the case was scheduled for July 27 at the appeals court in Richmond, Va., where backers of the pipeline had planned to ask the court to dismiss appeals brought by the groups, which were expected to argue that Section 324 was unconstitutional.

Lawyers were midway through the hearing before the federal appeals court on the case when they learned of the Supreme Court’s order, which was briefly discussed.

In court papers, lawyers for one of the environmental groups told the Supreme Court that Section 324 was “tailored to mandate victory” for the MountainValley pipeline and that Congress “cannot pick winners and losers in pending litigation by compelling finds or results.”

They also stressed the environmental concern for the pipeline which, they argued, forced “hundreds” of private landowners to go to court for eminent domain proceedings. They said the pipeline crosses terrain that is both “demanding and fragile” and at times climbs up steep “landslide-prone” mountains.

Supporters of the project countered in court papers that the appeals court did not have jurisdiction to consider the case because under Section 324 of the law all such challenges had been rendered moot. They also argued the law was constitutional.

Theemergencyapplicationreceivedthesupportofabipartisan group of lawmakers, including Manchin, who filed his own friend of the court brief in support of the enterprise, CNN reported.

U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar told the justices in court papers that Congress was “well within” its constitutional authority to pass the law and argued that the court of appeals lacked authority to stay the agency’s action in a move which “profoundly impaired” operation of the pipeline. 

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Md.PublicFleetBuys Volvoe-Equipmentto SupportSustainability

In theWashington, D.C., suburbs, a bit of an off-road electric revolution is happening. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), which includes the Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, is adding electric construction machines fromVolvo CE to its fleet as part of its ambitious sustainability action plan.

“Our teams are excited about these machines because of our strong focus on reducing our carbon footprint,” said AndrewPhillips,divisionchief,facilityservices,Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County. “We believe in leading by example and our mission is to preserve, enhance and protect natural spaces, so these machines will really help us with those efforts.”

Prince George’s County, with a population of around 1 million people, borders D.C. on the east and has more than 28,000 acres of recreational areas and hundreds of miles of trails.

A major focus for the parks department this year is to improve ballparks, playgrounds and trails — and the L25 Electric compact wheel loader and ECR25 Electric compact excavator are already on the job.

“We’re using the loader for moving mulch and soil on those projects, and even in our own lot we use it for snow removal and mowing,” said Phillips. “These machines will also be great for indoor jobs in office buildings, in higher density areas and where wildlife lives because of how quiet they are.”

Government fleets are among the most eager early adopters of electric construction equipment as they seek solutions to support sustainability initiatives and meet demands from the public and elected officials.

“M-NCPPC was the first government agency in North America to purchase one of our electric machines, and then quickly added a second to their fleet. We’re happy to support their goals to reduce emissions for the people who live, work and play in their communities,” said Stephen Roy, president of Region North America, Volvo CE.

Preparing for the Future

Phillips said M-NCPPC follows the three pillars of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA): health andwellness,equityandconservation.ThestateofMaryland alsoisworkingonsomenoiseandemissionsordinancesthey will need to follow.

By electrifying as much equipment as they can now, Phillips believes they’ll be ahead of any upcoming regulations. They’re also doing it because they feel it’s simply the right thing to do.

“We are all stewards of the environment and need to be seeking long-term gains over short-term thrills,” Phillips said. “We also have to keep in mind who we are serving and be fiscally responsible to them.”

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VDOT to Open 10 Mi. of I-95 Express Lanes in August

To reduce congestion on the Interstate 95 corridor through Stafford County, Va., and the Fredericksburg area, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Transurban North America will partially open a 10-mi. extension of the long-awaited 95 Express Lanes in August, the two entities announced July 21.

The $970 million extension will continue the 95 Express Lanes north of Fredericksburg from the current terminus just south of Va. Highway 610/Garrisonville Road to near Va. 17/Warrenton Road in Stafford County.

“This extension provides 10 miles of new interstate capacity to consistently move people and goods between the Richmond and northern Virginia regions and delivers new ridesharing opportunities for people living and working in the Fredericksburg region,” explained VDOT Commissioner Stephen Brich. “While more construction is ahead to fully realize the entire scope of the project’s benefits, opening the facility to through travelers this summer will provide immediate congestion relief and time savings.”

In August, northbound I-95 motorists

approaching from the Rappahannock River area will be able to enter the toll lanes using a left ramp entrance near the Va. 17 interchange.

On the other side of the interstate, VDOT said travelers on the southbound express lanes will be able to drive an additional 10 mi. on the new freeway to the Va. 17 area. Exiting motorists can enter local I-95 southbound travel lanes near the Rappahannock River to access the Va. 17 and Va. 3 interchanges or continue down I-95’s southbound travel lanes.

In addition, a pair of reversible 95 Express Lanes will carry traffic northbound or southbound in the I95 median, according to the megaproject’s operational schedule from VDOT.

Motorcycles and buses travel tollfree, and vehicles carrying three occupants or more travel toll-free with an E-ZPass Flex set to HOV ON, noted the transportation agency. Vehicles with one or two occupants pay a variable toll with an E-ZPass or E-ZPass Flex set to HOV OFF. Additional new access points to and from the 95 Express Lanes near Marine Corps Base Quantico and Courthouse Road will open late this year. Following the reopening of the I-95 generalpurpose lanes from exits 130 to 133, also at the end of 2023, local traffic seeking to enter the northbound 95 Express Lanes will use a new flyover ramp near Va. 17.

I-95 Extension Should Benefit Region in Different Ways

“As Transurban celebrates more than 10 years getting Virginians where they need to go, we are excited to deliver faster, safer travel to Stafford and Fredericksburg,” said

Amanda Baxter, senior vice president of Virginia Market and Operations for Transurban North America. “Whether commuting to work or road tripping with the family, the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension offers travelers 10 more miles of a stress-free, reliable drive, providing 66 percent more capacity during peak periods, and moving 30 percent more people along the main streets of the East Coast.”

Along with the benefits of connecting the Fredericksburg region to northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., the 95 Express Lanes project is anticipated to support Virginia’s economy and competitiveness by generating $1 billion in economic activity.

The extended 95 Express Lanes will connect with the new Rappahannock River Crossing projects, under construction by VDOT just north of the Fredericksburg area. Currently, crews are working intensively in the I-95 median and at locations along the highway’s shoulder. Construction will continue along the I-95 corridor in the Fredericksburg area until the project’s completion in spring 2024.

Transurbanisdeliveringtheextendedlane project as a public-private partnership with VDOT. The project contractor is BranchFlatiron Joint Venture. 

CultureinConstruction:WhyItMatters,HowtoImproveIt

There is a labor shortage in the construction industry — and it’s not exactly breaking news. Headlines declare that “nobody wants to work anymore” — but is this explanation really at the root of what’s a longstanding, industry-wide issue?

Amid the “Great Resignation,” as Baby Boomers retire and Gen Z workers reject the long hours of the construction industry, it’s more important than ever to examine the causes of this unprecedented labor shortage and explore potential solutions.

Numerous companies are feeling the pressure, especially in the skilled trades, and many have not yet been able to solve their workforce woes. After increasing pay and flexibility with little to no results, a lot of companies find themselves asking — is our company culture to blame?

During an education session titled “Culture in Construction — Is It Really That Bad?” at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023, speaker and construction industry advocate Wally Adamchik walked through the reasons why the answer to that question is both yes and no.

The good news is that industry-wide survey results indicate the construction industry’s culture issue may not be so bad, according to the 2019 People in Construction Report, said Adamchik. In fact, 83 percent of people say that they would reapply for their current posi-

tion, and 73 percent of people say that they are happy at work. However, these results are not good enough to sustain successful growth and project execution, according to Adamchik. In addition, there is a significant divide between project management in the office and field supervision on the job site.

In the office, 81 percent of employees say that they have a close friend at work — in the field only 50 percent of employees share that sentiment. On top of that, 75 percent of office workers feel that they can maintain a reasonable work-life balance, while again only 50 percent of field employees feel that they can maintain a reasonable work-life balance.

Rather than list off more statistics about the industry’s labor shortage, many leaders want information about creating a more long-lasting and motivated labor force. There are several concrete actions that can be taken to improve company culture and keep workers happy, and companies should act now to avoid losing more of their employees.

The labor shortage isn’t exclusive to the construction industry, and these actions can be implemented in any workplace. Even organizations with good company culture can implement some of these changes to elevate employee experience:

• Standards and values. Approximately 90 percent of survey respondents agreed that

ignoring the core values of their workplace would get them into trouble. This shows that workplace values still matter, and the most visible way to manifest this is to enforce standards across the board. There should be no double standard when it comes to values. Employees will take standards and values more seriously when they are a part of company culture, and see leadership being held accountable to the same standards as employees.

• Creating lasting change. Three quarters of senior leadership (those who are supposed to be spearheading change in the workplace) say that their efforts fall short. Change requires organizational capacity and requires a significant personal investment from leaders. Creating a path for change with concrete steps to follow along the way will help companies maintain organization and encourage both employees and leadership to follow through.

• Encouraging and participating in employee recognition. There are a multitude of opportunities to tell employees how much they are appreciated. Chances are, on a daily basis there are numerous opportunities to give positive and relationship-building recognition. And companies that regularly participate in positive recognition are more likely to attract and retain loyal employees.

• Amping up one’s referral program. About 84 percent of employees surveyed say that they would recommend their workplace to a friend (but don’t). Furthermore, 83 percent of employees say that they would reapply for their current position if given the chance. There also are several ways to increase the effectiveness of a referral program, including using an easy-to-use option, offering a mixture of incentives, announcing or re-announcing the program and recognizing current employees for referring candidates.

• Bridging the gap between teams and departments. In construction, there are several discrepancies between survey answers from field and office staff members that could be corrected with a little work. For example, creating teambuilding opportunities for one’s entire staff on a monthly or quarterly basis can go a long way toward building camaraderie. While there are several improvements that would benefit the construction industry’s culture, and company culture in general, the survey results show that the situation may not be as bad as advertised. There are several actions that employers can take to improve company culture, from enforcing values to bringing employees together. Even small actions make a big difference, and there is no better time to start than now. 

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Construction on the new Delaware Memorial Bridge Protection System is under way, a $93 million effort designed to limit damage to each of the two spans’ tower structures as a result of strikes from large, wayward ships and vessels. The work is expected to be complete in September 2025.

That was the word July 26 from Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) officials who said the project is partially funded by a $22.25 million U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant.

“The Delaware Memorial Bridge is a vital transportation link in the [Interstate 295] north-south corridor and millions of people rely on it to move products, visit family, or commute to work on a daily basis,” Thomas J. Cook, DRBA’s executive director, said in a news release. “The current bridge tower pier protection systems are original to each span and today’s tankers and ships are bigger and faster than those of the 1950s and 1960s.

“Our goal is to take preemptive measures to prevent a commercial vessel from striking one of the bridge towers, which could cause significant damage to the bridge infrastructure and disruptions to interstate travel,” he added.

The first of the two structures that make up the Delaware Memorial Bridge was opened in August 1951, followed by a second span in September 1968. Together, the two bridges, each more than 10,700 ft. long, provide eight travel lanes of I-295/U.S. 40 between New Castle County, Del., south of Wilmington, to Pennsville Township in New Jersey.

How the Bridge Protection Is System Installed

The new bridge ship-collision protection system project consists of the installation of eight stone filled “dolphin” cylinders, each measuring 80 ft. in diameter. Four cells will be installed at the piers supporting both the eastern and western towers and be located a minimum of 443 ft. from the edge of the Delaware River’s 800-ft.-wide channel.

Earlier in July, the contractor, R.E. Pierson Construction Co. of Pilesgrove Township, N.J., began to construct a 360ft.temporarytrestlefromtheDelawareshorelinesouthofthe New Jersey bound bridge to transport materials and personnel to barges.

Cranes carried by large barges will mobilize at the site near the Delaware tower structures and get set to install long

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wick drains into the river bottom, which will act like straws by enabling water to travel to the surface as the 80-ft.-diameter cells are filled with sand and stone. As the soft material compresses from the weight, the water contained within the framework is squeezed out and up.

In addition, a barge loaded with 115-ft.-long sheet piling will arrive from Louisiana for installation at the site, the DRBA noted.

The process takes approximately three months for each celltobecompleted,andwillberepeatedseventimestoconstruct each of the solid-fill dolphin cells.

If the Delaware Memorial Bridge was being constructed today, the installation of a similar protection system on the dual-span suspension bridge’s towers would be a requirement for the project to proceed, the two-state agency noted.

“This innovative Ship Collision Protection System at the base of the bridge tower structures will better protect the structural integrity of the bridges in the event of a ship collision,” the DRBA said in its news release.

The authority, a bi-state governmental agency created by a compact between Delaware and New Jersey in 1962, owns and operates the Delaware Memorial Bridge, the Cape MayLewes Ferry and the Forts Ferry Crossing.

The DRBA also manages corporate and aviation properties through its economic development powers — two airports in New Jersey (Millville and Cape May), as well as three more in Delaware (the New Castle Airport, Civil Air Terminal and Delaware Airpark).

All DRBA operating revenues are generated through the bridge, ferry and airport facilities. 

Topcon Positioning Systems announced a new addition to its Topcon Solutions Store (TSS) organization. Boyd Instrument and Supply of Horsham, Pa., is now part of the TSS NorthAmerican retail channel and joins a growing network of stores, currently across 20 states.

“Boyd Instrument and Supply established a remarkable reputation over the years, building a loyal customer base through its outstanding service and strong relationships with clients. They have been a valued Topcon dealer through the years and we are excited to bring John Boyd and his team into the Topcon Solutions Store network of stores,” said Mark Contino, vice president of North American retail distribution, Topcon.

“John understands the importance of strong relationships with customers and the value of providing cutting-edge technology and expertise. It’s the alignment of values that makes this such a great opportunity for everyone involved.”

“This partnership represents a tremendous opportunity for our customers to have access to an even broader range of products, technical support, training and industry-leading expertise. The acquisition enhances our ability to meet and exceed the needs of our valued customers,” said Boyd, who served as president of the dealership and who has joined the TSS organization.

“The shared commitment to providing exceptional customer service and the latest technological advancements will remain at the forefront. We are dedicated to ensuring that all customers, both existing and new, continue to receive the highest level of support, expertise and access to the most advanced positioning solutions available,” Contino said. For more information, visit topconsolutions.com. 

Boyd Instrument and Supply of Horsham, Pa., is now part of the TSS North American retail channel and joins a growing network of stores, currently across 20 states.

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The new bridge ship-collision protection system project consists of the installation of eight stone filled “dolphin” cylinders, each measuring 80 ft. in diameter.

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ABC: Construction Adds Jobs in June

Construction industry employment increased by 23,000 in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released July 7 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Industry employment has risen by 198,000 jobs since June 2022, an increase of 2.6 percent, to 7.947 million.

Nonresidential construction employment rose by 12,200 positions on net, with positive growth in two of the three subcategories. Heavy and civil engineering added 7,300 positions, while nonresidential building added an additional 5,400 jobs. Nonresidential specialty trade contractors lost 500 jobs on net.

The construction unemployment rate increased to 3.6 percent. Unemployment across all industries decreased from 3.7 percent in May to 3.6 percent in June.

“Theory suggests that the roughly 500-basis point increase in the federal funds rate over the past year would weigh on the demand for construction workers, yet the industry continues to add thousands of jobs each month,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “Contractors have collectively added jobs in 15 of the past 16 months, and ABC’s Construction Confidence Index suggests they will continue to increase staffing levels through the remainder of the year.

“The June jobs report, along with yesterday’s JOLTS data, confirm that labor shortages will continue to provide a stiff headwind to hiring,” said Basu.

For more information, visit abc.org. 

Construction Starts On I-81 Bridges Over Susquehanna River Near Pa.-N.Y. Border

Pre-construction work has gotten under way on the Interstate 81 Susquehanna Bridges project in northeastern Pennsylvania, a 9-mi. stretch of rebuilding and repair work along I-81 from New Milford Borough north to the NewYork State border.

On July 10, crews began preparing for the start of demolition and construction on nine structures, including the I-81 spans over the Susquehanna River. The work begins the first of five construction stages to be completed in 2028.

The total cost for the bridge, pavement and drainage system replacement is approximately $529.9 million, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The state agency is partnering with Bridging Pennsylvania Developers I (BPD-I), a consortium of companies, to do the work.

The dual bridges over the river link the communities of Hallstead and Great Bend in Susquehanna County.

The two structures were originally built in 1961 and rehabilitated in 1979, 1993 and 2006. Combined, they carry about 27,000 vehicles per day, approximately 41 percent of which is truck traffic, according to PennDOT. The number of cars and trucks crossing the river at that location each day, though, is expected to more than double to around 55,000 by 2045.

In addition, PennDOT’s decision to initiate the replacement project was to address aging pavement and infrastructure along I-81, including the twin bridges, and to lengthen on and off ramps to meet current interstate design standards and improve safety.

Most of the pavement in the corridor is nearly 60 years old, and the Susquehanna River bridges are approaching the end of their serviceable lifespan, the state agency noted.

PennDOT also listed other reasons for contracting the overall project:

• All structures on the corridor were built with reinforced concrete that contained more chloride ion content than modern standards allow. While safe, this type of concrete has a shorter lifespan than most reinforced concrete used today.

• PennDOT had concerns over the roadway’s drainage as the original storm system built into much of the corridor has become aged.

The I-81 Susquehanna Bridges project involves a number of construction activities, the transportation department noted, including:

• Repaving all roadway within the corridor.

• Replacing five dual-bridge structures, including the Susquehanna River spans and one overpass structure.

• Replacing the drainage system.

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purchasing resource called Sourcewell. Phillips knew that Volvo CE also worked with Sourcewell, so he said it was a painless process that got them a sizable discount on the machines.

“We can just tell our dealer rep what we’re looking for, and they’ll provide a quote,” he said. “When we told him how interested we are in electric, he called us as soon as they became available.”

That rep, Nick Lepore of McClung Logan Equipment Co., helped Phillips’team grow their Volvo fleet over the past few years to three large excavators and the two new electric compact machines, while also incorporating customer support agreements to keep everything running smoothly.

Phillips said his equipment operators have been impressed by how quiet the electric machines are and how instant the torque is. They’ve told him that they are easy to use, maintenance is simple, and the performance is just as good as a conventional diesel machine.

“We requested some additional training for our mechanics to learn about the electrical components, and any fears they had were put to rest,” said Phillips.

• Replacing all guiderails, barriers and signage in the corridor.

• Improvements to nearby Susquehanna Street, Pennsylvania Highway 171, and Pa. 1029/Randolph Road.

Both the northbound and southbound lanes of I-81 will be impacted, PennDOT noted, adding that motorists can expect two lanes of traffic to be maintained in both directions, except for limited single-lane closures which will occur during off-peak hours.

To handle the I-81 Susquehanna Bridges project, PennDOT contracted with BPD-I, comprised of Bridging Pennsylvania Constructors, H&K Group, a heavy civil contractor from Shippack, Pa., and Pittsburgh’s Fay S&B USA Construction.

Some of the major subcontractors on the project include Westerville, Ohio’s Kokosing Construction Co., Wagman Heavy Civil, from York, Pa., and lead designer, Michael Baker International, based in Pittsburgh.

PennDOT to Pay for MBP3 Plan Annually for 35 Years

The I-81 Susquehanna River Bridges project is one component of Pennsylvania’s Major Bridge P3 (MBP3) initiative, approved by the state P3 board in November 2020, for the replacement or rehabilitation of nine major interstate bridges through a progressive P3 delivery model.

At that time, PennDOT planned to make annual payments to pay for the work and financing costs on these bridges using mandatory tolling, as was permitted by the Pennsylvania P3 law at the time. In 2022, however, Act 84, an amendment to the P3 law, eliminated mandatory tolling of existing free lanes. That prompted PennDOT to move the bridge projects in the MBP3 forward without tolling and pay for them using existing funds to make annual payments to the development entity over 35 years. 

Because the L25 Electric wheel loader and ECR25 Electric excavator do not have diesel engines, maintenance is significantly simpler and less expensive. Volvo CE said the lifetime of battery-electric components should be equal to or better than that of the diesel engine on a conventional machine.

Prioritizing the Planet

Volvo CE electric machines can be charged using the same type of 120- and 220-volt outlets that are found in many homes, as well as with a growing number of mobile charging products. M-NCPCC worked with local power companies to install charging stations on the department campus, and a solar farm and greenhouse-turned-learningcenter further demonstrate the county’s commitment to their alternative power transition and the environment as a whole.

“We work with our public schools to teach kids about growing food, how solar power works and all kinds of great things,” said Phillips. “Our campus even has solar-powered outdoor workstations where people can come plug in their computers or phones and work out in nature.”

The Prince George’s County parks team has two full-time positions dedicated to sustainability, and they are working on grant applications and state funding for various regenerative infrastructure projects.

“Collaboration is what will make these changes successful,” said Phillips. “We know there’s no time to waste, and we’re excited that electrification is finally happening in the heavy equipment realm. I can’t wait to try out even bigger machines with alternative power sources.”

He said Volvo CE was a logical choice for them to turn to because of the OEM’s six-machine lineup of electric compact equipment. Volvo CE also recently announced an electric conversion for a mid-size wheel loader, and announced at ConExpo that its mid-size electric excavator is starting customer pilots in the United States, including with Waste Management.

For more information, visit www.volvoce.com.

Utility Expo’s Best Practices for Utility Fleet Managers

What will the next level of utility fleet management look like? The criteria used by the National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) to identify the top fleets in the Americas provide a good starting point.

Criteria for both public fleets and commercial fleets serve as a guide to achieving excellence. This year marks the first time commercial fleets are eligible for the award, and utility pros can learn even more about fleet management at The Utility Expo, Sept. 26-28 in Louisville, Ky.

Focus On Accountability

Forbothpublicandinvestor-ownedutility fleets, accountability is key. Metrics and benchmarks enable fleet managers to measure performance and progress toward their goals.

While current technology provides fleet managers with more data than ever before, new skills and tools are needed to make the data actionable.

“There’s a large amount of data from different sources, so you have to be able to collect that data and make it manageable,” said Joseph Moser, senior manager of Fleet Services for ComEd, a subsidiary of Exelon Corp.

“Having a dedicated telematics specialist on your team has been proven to be effective.”

When CPS Energy created a Fleet Informatics Team, Bert Hargesheimer, vice president of operational support services, initially received some pushback from technicians.

“Now they understand why we are doing this,” said Hargesheimer. “Our analytics team fixed some recurrent problems and made the workflow for technicians easier.”

CPS Energy ranked 23rd on NAFA’s list of the Top 100 fleets in 2022.

“Vehicle telematics will help move our fleet to the next level by enhancing our vehicle utilization analysis,” said Chris Lowery, manager of transportation of the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB).

“It’s helping us right-size our fleet, become more proactive with maintenance, and operate our fleet more safely.”

KUB ranked 64th on the NAFA public fleet list in 2022.

Plan for Technology

Technology changes quickly and fleet managers need to stay up-to-date on applicationsthatimprovetheirproductivityandperformance. NAFA calls for fleets update to

review and update their technology plan at least annually.

“You need to be out there, you need to be attending tradeshows and conferences so you can hear from manufacturers, software designers, and others who are trying to move the needle when it comes to things like fleet electrification, data collection and fleet management,” said Moser.

Commit to Sustainability

To reduce US greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by half by 2030, below 2005 levels, it’s going to take an enormous effort. No one understands this more than utilities.

Utility fleet managers will play an important role in demonstrating how to achieve sustainability goals. Tracking tailpipe emissions,asisdoneatKUBandComEd,islikely to become the norm. Electrification of utility fleets is already under way.

While navigating its own fleet electrification journey, ComEd is helping customers do the same. ComEd’s EV Toolkit helps

interested customers on their path to EVs, provides information on savings, benefits and incentives for the purchase of EVs, along with an overview of EV brands and models,rateoptions,EVchargersandapublic charging station locator.

“The EV Toolkit empowers customers by providing the resources to help those considering an EV more easily make the transition,” said Moser. “In fleet services, we are opting for an electric vehicle whenever possible.”

Communicating with users on emission reduction also will help your organization meet sustainability goals.

“We share a report with our users so they can understand how their employees are using the vehicles, and what they can do to continue to reduce emissions,” said Moser. “It needs to be communicated down to the lowest level and that means engaging with user groups to drive those changes.”

KUB is participating in a variety of partnerships and initiatives to prepare for EV

adoption within its own fleet and amongst its customers.

“We partnered with TVA and Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to discuss challenges of electrification and grid planning needs, and several KUB customers are participating in TVA’s EV Fleet Advisor pilot program,” said Lowery.

Develop Your Talent

Getting to the next level won’t happen without the right people and training in place. In addition to training technicians on new equipment technology, electric vehicles and software, CPS Energy has an operational excellence team that focuses on Six Sigma training and facilitating Six Sigma projects.

“As we’re working through improvements, we’re training employees to have a methodology and approach to working through a problem,” said Hargesheimer.

“The final part of the DMAIC [Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control] methodology is controlled, so if you fix something, you have the controls to continue benefitting from the changes.”

Build a Strong Foundation

It will take multiple initiatives to achieve the next level of fleet management, but accountability, technology, developing talent and commitment to sustainability can serve as a good foundation. With these basics working, you will be able to improve and meet new challenges head-on.

“We’re putting all the pieces together so that as we encounter new things, as we transition to EVs, as we transition to a more data-oriented world with telematics, our team has all the resources to help us through it,” said Hargesheimer. 

Technology changes quickly and fleet managers need to stay up-to-date on applications that improve their productivity and performance. NAFA calls for fleets update to review and update their technology plan at least annually.

“We’re putting all the pieces together so that as we encounter new things, as we transition to EVs, as we transition to a more data-oriented world with telematics, our team has all the resources to help us through it.”

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Christopher DeFeo started DeFeo Materials in 2016 with one tri-axle dump truck hauling bulk materials.

Prior to starting the company in Connecticut, DeFeo had worked in the agricultural industry in the Midwest, where he gained exposure to many different types of equipment and

the harvesting process for many different commodities that were shipped in bulk. Once DeFeo moved back to Connecticut, he started working in the construction industry, which laid the foundation for what would become DeFeo Materials.

DeFeo Materials main focus is to produce and distribute decorative stone products to wholesale landscape supply yards up and down the east coast — it supplies over 15 different products to approximately 200 different customers across the east coast.

“It’s common knowledge that the housing market has been very strong in the southeastern United States for a prolonged period of time,” said DeFeo. “Over the last decade, both builders and developers have become aware of the environmental benefits of using decorative stone in the landscape process versus other options such as mulches and pine straw. You are conserving water as well as not having to buy, reapply and pay to have the mulch or pine straw redone every year.

“And a big benefit is the stones keep their color yearround,” he added. “Once you put the stones down, they pay for themselves in two or three years and in the long term it is substantial savings, especially for commercial properties that spend a fortune on spreading mulch every year.”

This market opened up for DeFeo when a gravel pit in New Jersey fell behind on supplying product and could not supply a stone yard in western N.C. When DeFeo Materials delivered the product, they asked the customer “how much more of this would you like” and her answer was “Honey, you could never bring me enough.”

At its various facilities, DeFeo has invested more than $200,000 in concrete block and asphalt to ensure that its rinsed stone stays clean.

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Graham Wiley (L), sales representative of Powerscreen New England, and Christopher DeFeo, president of DeFeo Materials.

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Takeuchi Adds Butler Equipment to Dealer Network

Butler Equipment is the latest addition to Takeuchi’s growing dealer network following its acquisition of the Takeuchi business previously held by Terry W. Kahle in Knox, Pa.

Additional Butler Equipment locations in Harmony and New Castle, Pa., also will serve both new and existing customers in western Pennsylvania.

All three Butler Equipment branches will provide rentals, sales and service support of Takeuchi’s full line of compact excavators, track loaders and wheel loaders.

Butler Equipment, a wholly owned subsidiary of Huston Group, has been in business since 1899.The staff at Butler pride themselves on always making customer satisfaction their number-one priority. Mark Butler, president of Butler Equipment, said that representing Takeuchi will help the company build upon its customer-focused tradition.

“We know that in this business, it’s about more than the equipment — it’s about listening to the customer and providing them with what they need,” said Butler. “We’re always striving to exceed our customers’ expectations with extensive knowledge about a wide range of products and services. With Takeuchi’s top-quality machines, attachments and dealer support, we’ll be able to provide our customers with equipment solutions that can truly help improve their productivity and profitability.”

Each Butler Equipment branch will have

Takeuchi equipment and parts in stock, a dedicated and fully trained Takeuchi sales staff and an inhouse, factory-trained technician to provide professional equipment service.

“Many thanks to Terry Kahle for his partnership and support that spanned over two decades,” said JohnVranches, division sales manager ofTakeuchiUS. “Butler Equipment has an outstanding reputation in the markets they serve and will deliver the quality support that Kahle customers have come to expect. Over the years, they’ve become true experts in equipment sales and rentals because they work hard to match their customers to the right machines for their specific needs.

“To Butler, it’s not about simply selling or renting equipment — it’s about providing an enjoyable, seamless experience that keeps customers coming back time and time again. We couldn’t be more pleased to partner with Butler Equipment.”

For more information, visit www.takeuchi-us.com. 

Carl Stickels (L), Northeast region business manager of Takeuchi-US; and Mark Butler, president of Butler Equipment; celebrate their companies’ new partnership next to Butler’s personal Takeuchi TL250 compact track loader.

Bobcat Donates $250,000 to Parks to Promote Sustainability

Bobcat Company has extended five grants, each worth $50,000, to parks across the nation as part of its partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).

In addition to the grant offering, every park and recreation department that applied for the grant — regardless of receiving the grant or not — will receive a new Bobcat zero-turn mower to help them accomplish more for their community spaces.

“Our commitment to positively impactcommunitiesisingrainedin all of us at Bobcat, and we are humbled to give back to these deserving communities in support of this mission,” said Mike Ballweber, president, Doosan Bobcat North America. “By supporting sustainability efforts today, we can offer a better tomorrow to the generations to come.”

Through Bobcat and NRPA’s shared commitment to creating vibrant and sustainable community park and recreation areas, the grant dollars will support various restoration, sustainability, beautification or enhancement activities at these sites.

The grant recipients’ plans include:

• City of Stonecrest in Stonecrest, Ga.: The city of Stonecrest, located east of Atlanta, plans to develop a walking trail at Everett Park. The new trail aims to encourage community residents to engage with the outdoors and attend the park and recreation department’s programs, which include forest therapy programs, bird watching walks, summer

camps, fishing and camping opportunities. The local park and recreation team will utilize the grant dollars, plus Bobcat equipment for forest mulching, grading and compacting to support development of this new ADA-compliant trail.

• Davidson County Parks and Recreation in Lexington, N.C.: A pollinatorgardenandboggardenis being developed at a newly created

park calledYadkin River Park.The project is being led by the Davidson County Parks and Recreation Department in collaboration with the master gardeners of Davidson County, Catawba College Department of Environment and Sustainability, North Carolina state agencies, town of Spencer and Friends of Rowan County. The gardens will demonstrate the resilience of the

native bog plants in North Carolina, and it will also protect the surrounding community from adverse effects like water pollution and flooding. Educational signage will be on display for the public and local educators to use these spaces to teach children as they play at the nearby playgrounds. The agencies will work together to plant, mulch, maintain and teach people how these plants help the

environment.

• City of Buffalo in Buffalo, N.Y.:The city of Buffalo Parks and Buffalo Niagara River Land Trust are partnering on a 22-acre conservation easement known as Houghton Park. What was once a dumping ground of large broken concrete slabs, bricks and stones, will become an open nature conservation area in a dense urban

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A pollinator garden and bog garden is being developed at a newly created park called Yadkin River Park. The project is being led by the Davidson County Parks and Recreation Department in collaboration with the master gardeners of Davidson County, Catawba College Department of Environment and Sustainability, North Carolina state agencies, town of Spencer and Friends of Rowan County.

The city of Stonecrest, Ga., located east of Atlanta, plans to develop a walking trail at Everett Park.

The city of Buffalo Parks, N.Y., and Buffalo Niagara River Land Trust are partnering on a 22-acre conservation easement known as Houghton Park.

Mecalac Debuts Next-Gen 216MRail for NorthAmerica

Mecalac, a global designer, manufacturer and distributor of compact construction equipment for urban environments, introduced the next generation 216MRail for NorthAmerica.

A dedicated railroad excavator for railway construction and maintenance, the 216MRail offers new features, such as dual drive, along with a leading power-to-weight ratio that offers the performance of a much larger railway maintenance machine. While designed for heavy applications, such as towing rail cars and handling all equipment and materials, the 216MRail is still compact, agile and flexible, especially in confined areas, such as tunnels or below catenaries.

The 216MRail is ideal for light-rail, metro systems and tunnel applications, according to the manufacturer.

Mecalac will exhibit at the Railway Interchange 2023, Oct. 1 to 4 in Indianapolis, with Superior Sales and Service, its dedicated railroad dealer for North America. Product experts will be on hand at booth 5034 to discuss the 216MRail and the other machines in Mecalac’s innovative railroad excavator line.

“The 216MRail is a new alternative for heavy-duty rail equipment,” said Peter Bigwood, general manager of Mecalac North America. “The machine’s power for heavy applications, combined with the boom’s flexibility and the safety of the double cab, highlight Mecalac’s commitment to providing innovative machines for efficient and safe railway work to the rail industry.”

The 216MRail is based on Mecalac’s MWR wheeled excavator series and can be operated as a wheeled excavator off the rails. As the largest machine in the MRail series, the 216MRail weighs in at 44,902 lbs. and is designed for heavy lifting, towing and working with large buckets, mowers,

grapples and more.

Dual drive provides operators with the choice of placing the machine’s wheels directly on the rail for increased traction, or completely off the rail for less wear and tear on the tires and to prevent damage to equipment along the track, such as rail sensors. Like the 106MRail and 136MRail models, the 216MRail is equipped with a hydrostatic transmission, enabling the machine to be propelled without the road wheels, leading to considerable savings on tire replacement. Operators also prefer the hydrostatic transmission for its smooth movement on the track, the manufacturer said.

The 216MRail features leading lifting performance-to-weight ratio for efficiency and productivity on the rails.

The 216MRail’s color display monitors are easy to read and provide useful data in real-time.

The 216MRail also improves safety with anti-drop safety check valves, load sensing and flow sharing.

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EquipExpoWillFeatureTech for Outdoors, Landscapers

The product support team at Terex Utilities hosted 58 participants from equipment dealers, utilities and utility contractors from all across the United States and Canada.

Held at the Lake Area Technical College Facility, Watertown, S.D., in June, instructors from the Terex Utilities Service School provided hands-on training for digger derricks and aerial devices.

While the training is geared for technicians, many individuals who have responsibility for various aspects of spec’ing, parts management, or even sales, can benefit from this hands-on learning experience. In addition, the experience level of the technicians ranged from just weeks to 29 years on the job.

“Technicians are able to learn from our instructors so they can stay current on best practices in order to be more efficient. Individuals in roles that support technicians get the chance to meet the Terex Utilities tech support team in person so they can get to know them if they ever do have to call for assistance,” said Kenny Vlasman, customer service manager at Terex Utilities.

Participants rotated through 12 different stations, which were held in shop bays, in classrooms and outside. Stations included instruction on the Hi-Ranger TM Series, Optima and Commander products. In addition to general troubleshooting, maintenance and inspections, other sessions took deep

dives into chassis controllers, aerial device leveling systems and digger derrick planetary rotation and hydraulic overload protection.

Mike Sherman, technical support manager of Commercial Utility Equipment in Canada believed that there were many valuable take-aways from this training experience.

“This is the best training I’ve done for utility equipment, and I’ll be able to use what I learned this week to better support our customers and help them troubleshoot and find the root of the problem. The instructors referenced 30 to 40 different Tech Tips during the sessions and each one was so critical to know about because they could save you hours of your time trying to figure out an issue and thousands of dollars,” said Sherman.

“It’s a great refresher to go through handson training when given the chance. Going through the hydraulics and schematics stepby-step with instructors and hearing them break things down helps me to be more efficient. There are things taught in these classes and in the Tech Tips that expand on standard training materials. Those tips and the connections that I have made with everyone throughout the week are invaluable. Its so important to have a network of people you can call when you need help,” said Aubrey Fortenberry, fleet coordinator from Coserv Electric. 

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

The blockbuster trade show is where landscapers and outdoor power equipment dealers can see new, industry technology, including business software, drones, irrigation and lighting technology, robotic and autonomous equipment, connected equipment systems using GPS, battery and electric innovations, and the latest engine technology.

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

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

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

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

“Equip Expo is where you can see and

experience new capabilities before they’re on the market and in the hands of your competitors,” Kiser added. “The Outdoor Demo Yard, The Drone Zone, the vendor exhibits — it’s all set up for the landscaper and dealer to get their hands on the latest tech before anyone else.”

That access is appreciated by attendees.

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

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

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

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

For more information visit www.EquipExposition.com. 

Participants rotated through 12 different stations, which were held in shop bays, in classrooms and outside.

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

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ESCO Debuts New V-Bottom Buckets

KEMROC ExpandingAwareness of Its Excavator, BackhoeAttachments

KEMROC excavator and backhoe attachments are commonly used in road building, excavation, foundation work, trenching, tunnelling, demolition, auger drilling and mining applications.

These “Made in Germany” attachments combine highperformance with strength and reliability. A comprehensive sample of KEMROC’s products and services was shown in Las Vegas.

KEMROC’s range of excavator and backhoe loader attachments are designed to cut through difficult materials such as hard rock, solid soil, reinforced concrete and even aircraft wings and bodies. KEMROC engineers review the latest technologies and innovations related to rock grinding and trenching on a continuous basis.

All attachments are designed and manufactured in Germany using the best German engineering technology. The R&D department never stops developing new attachments to provide the most efficient and cost-effective solutions to clients in the construction and demolition industries, the company said.

Standard Products, New Methods

and low noise. Furthermore, they can work up to 100 ft. under-water without any modifications and even deeper with compressed air.

Last but not least, they provide better output material, which can be used on-site as backfill, avoiding costs associated with transporting spoils to dumps and purchasing backfill material.

KEMROC also will take the opportunity of present its new KEMSOLID division and its main product, the KSI injection excavator attachment. It has a long sword with a cutting chain that can grind its way down through soils and rock. It then mixes the broken material with a cement suspension pumped via hoses from a semi-mobile mixing plant. When hardened, the soil cement mixture produces a dense, structurally sound, impermeable structure. The KSI stabilizing attachments from KEMROC and its KEMSOLID division are at the core of a method for producing in-situ earth cement structures. The attachments are available in a range of sizes and sword lengths.

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The ESCO V-bottom bucket is available for 25 to 30 metric ton hydraulic excavators.

ESCO’s newest offering is a V-bottom bucket (VXDP) for tough pipeline and trenching projects that demand reliability and performance.

The ESCOV-bottom bucket is modeled after the company’s extreme heavy-duty (XDP) plate lip bucket, which is a field-proven performer in demanding applications. It is available for 25 to 30 metric ton hydraulic excavators.

Developed for trenching shale, frozen ground, limestone and caliche, the V-bottom bucket comes standard with Ultralok twin-pick teeth for exceptional penetration to complete jobs on schedule. The Ultralok tooth system features a hammerless integral lock which allows fast, simplified tooth replacement with an off-the-shelf pry tool.

The bucket features a new weld-on adapter style developed specifically for V-bottom buckets.

The bucket also featuresAR400 full bottom wear runner and full side wear plates, and a T-1 steel plate lip and side reinforcing plates. The result is specialized bucket that performs with minimal maintenance.

For more information, visit www.esco.weir.com. 

At ConExpo-Con/AGG, KEMROC emphasized the unique capabilities of its EK range of chain cutters. With their centrally located chain running between two cutter drums, these attachments are used to excavate narrow, deep trenches in soft to medium hard rock.

KEMROC chain cutters are the narrowest excavator attachments for trenching in the market — starting at 20 in. wide.They are the perfect trenching tool as they do exact size trenching from top to bottom without over-excavation, even in deeper applications, according to the manufacturer.

In trenching applications, they provide better productivity compared to a rock breaker and 40 percent more productivity compared to a drum cutter. Users can even excavate crossings under utilities or pipelines.

KEMROC chain cutters are safe to use near utilities as they operate with minimal vibration

In order to increase its level of awareness and presence on the U.S. market, the European manufacturer has recently founded a subsidiary in Dallas, Texas. Currently a strong dealer network is being established.

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

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The KSI injection excavator attachment is produced by KEMROC’s KEMSOLID division.

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KEMROC’s EK range of chain cutters excavate narrow, deep trenches without any over-excavation

GRYB International Touts Six Brands ofAttachments

GRYB International, a manufacturer of heavy equipment attachments, made its grand debut at the 2023 ConExpo.

GRYB International, a company devoted to providing high-end heavy equipment attachments, showcased its six brands of products at ConExpo.

The GTR tiltrotator is designed to optimize excavators with next-level versatility and productivity. This attachment adds a range of new functionalities and enables 360-degree rotation and up to 45-degree tilt on multiple axes — making it easier than ever to get into hard-to-reach areas.

"The GRYB International team is thrilled to participate in the highly anticipated event that brings together industry leaders and innovators from around the world for an expansive display of new products, technologies and services," the company said.

With eight companies dedicated to servicing the heavy equipment industry, GRYB International showcased the following products at ConExpo:

• Bateman — Manufacturer of grapples, generators and clamshell bucket attachments for forestry, demolition, port, railway, recycling & waste industries.

• Winkle — Manufacturer of magnets, crane components, electrical control systems, magnetic lifting devices, magnetic separation equipment, mechanical lifting

devices, power supply sources, transfer equipment for scrap and recycling, and steel mill industries.

• Shearex — Manufacturer of hydraulic attachments, including mulchers and tree shears for the land clearing and forestry industry.

• Serco — Manufacturer of grapples, truck & trailer-mounted loaders, knuckle-boom loaders and saws for multiple industries including forestry and construction.

• e-Trak — Designer of technology for measuring and safety devices for the heavy machinery industry.

• GRYB — Complete solution manufacturer of heavy equipment attachments for six industrial sectors including excavation, demolition, construction, recycling and handling and snow removal.

For more information, visit gryb.ca. 

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Morrissey has been working to deliver a full-depth replacement for Taxiway L. This will be the third project Morrissey has provided for the airport since 2019. PNE has nearly 200 aircraft based at its airport.

Airport leadership supervise the work and operation of both airports. The leadership noted that Taxiway L at PNE had begun exhibiting serious problems including cracking and shoving in the asphalt surface. Cracking is not the result of failed pavement in the top layers. Likewise shoving, (when the surface takes on a washboard look) results from activity deep within the pavement structure.

Engineers determined that Taxiway L could not be fixed by milling a few inches off the top, then filling it with new asphalt. This fix would require full-depth replacement of the one-third-mile long strip of asphalt.

“We determined that the best approach would be to remove a portion of the existing asphalt and pulverize the remaining six to eight inches of underlying aggregate subbase,” said Lee Sutanto, assistant engineer at the airport.

Recycling

The engineering team and the contractor determined several advantages to this approach. Sutanto summarized: “By recycling some 45 percent of the existing taxiway, we would minimize the hauling of fresh aggregate, reduce our carbon footprint, decrease construction costs and save at least two months of time.”

The team determined that this recycling plan would help them get the most bang for the buck from a $3 million grant to the airport from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The construction team determined that they would be able to rebuild the runway for at least a 20-year life, in keeping with FAA standards.

Christopher Shapcott, site superintendent of Morrissey, led the work at PNE.

“We started in April and will have the job complete by the end of the season,” he said. “We used our large-head milling machine to pulverize everything, reaching six inches below the subgrade. The machine ground up the entire pavement

and recompacted it all in a single operation.”

Workers for Morrissey then paved on top of the pulverized material, using approximately 6,500 tons of asphalt. Workers placed all the material in just four days.

The new taxiway will have a 12-in. cement-treated subgrade, topped with 6-in. of P-401 asphalt, as specified by the FAA. This type of asphalt will bear the weight of aircraft plus channel any rainwater for safe takeoffs and landings.

Morrissey used its standard equipment for the project, including a material transfer vehicle, dozers and pavers equipped with GPS for accurate operations.

The finished taxiway will be 1,800 ft. in length and 90 ft. wide, with wider shoulders than the old taxiway. The shoulders were paved with P-403 asphalt again according to FAA standards. The construction team also built new drainage structures to conform to the new taxiway profile. In addition, the team replaced the lighting with LED lights. The new lighting will last longer than the old lights, resulting in additional savings to the airport.

“We worked with an experienced team of workers and air-

port team leaders,” said Shapcott. “The project was smooth sailing, helped by what we had learned on the projects done in 2017 and 2019. Also, we had no supply chain issues. This is the fifth project that we performed since 2019. Three packages of Runway 6-24, one project that consists of general airport maintenance and partial Taxiway Charlie rebuild, and this year’s project, and Package 1 of Taxiway Lima reconstruction.”

The previous project was a rehabilitation of Runway 6-24. Taken together, the work on Runway 6-24 and the current full-depth replacement of Taxiway L cost approximately $50 million. Sutanto also feels satisfied as the project closes in on the finish line.

“We didn’t want to wait until the taxiway became unusable. Regular, proactive maintenance like this preserves the level of service and efficiency at the airport. I was also pleased to use recycling, which saved about $500,000 for the project.”  CEG

(All photos courtesy of James D. Morrissey Construction.)

Contractor James D. Morrissey has been working to deliver a full-depth replacement for Taxiway L. This will be the third project Morrissey has provided for the airport since 2019.

Fixing the taxiway has required full-depth replacement of the onethird-mile long strip of asphalt.

SECTION Trucks & Trailers

XLSpecialized Thanks Customers as It Unveils New Facility

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

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

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

Expanding for Bright Future

XL’s headquarters has undergone a significant expansion. The project includes expanding production capacity by more than 30 percent, positioning the company for success.

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

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

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

XL Specialized photo

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

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

XL Specialized photo

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

XL Specialized photo

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

XL Specialized photo

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

Komatsu’sGHGAllianceLearnsAboutProgressTowardGoals

Komatsugatheredmembers of the company’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Alliance at the Komatsu Arizona Proving Grounds (AZPG) to share progress and highlight knowledge gained since the EVX (battery-powered haul truck) was showcased at MINExpo 2021.

At the event, alliance members had the opportunity to directlyobserveadvancements madeoverthepastyearrelated to the performance and sizing of batteries, engage in a discussion on recent progress within the regulatory environment and learn how Komatsu plans to leverage the company’s trolley system to advance understandingofbatterytruckperformance in a dynamic charging environment.

Specifically, alliance members saw the upgraded EVX (battery) truck running a circuit on battery, static charging of the battery with the truck hooked up to the trolley line via pantograph, and a run up

the trolley line highlighting the battery being charged and increased speed in the dynamic environment.

The GHG Alliance was created to bring together mining industry leaders to work toward a shared goal of delivering zero-emissions equipment solutions. Alliance membershavesincebeenworking

to advance Komatsu’s power agnostic truck concept for a haulage vehicle that can run on a variety of power sources including diesel engine, battery and even hydrogenfuelcellswithbothstatic anddynamicchargingcapabilities. Since the alliance was formed, membership has steadily grown and now includes the following

companies:

•Antofagasta Minerals

• BHP

• Boliden

• Codelco

• Freeport-McMoRan

• Grupo Mexico

• Kinross

• Rio Tinto

• Teck

“Our alliance members were able to experience the substantive continuation of a journey that was started at MINExpo 2021 as we have advanced our understanding and development of this critical technology,” said Pat Singleton, product director of Electric Drive Trucks.

“The past year has been filledwithcollaborativeefforts between alliance members, technology partners and other industry stakeholders dedicated to achieving our common goals of delivering zero-emissions solutions to the mining industry.”

Komatsu is committed to minimizing environmental impactthroughitsbusiness,targeting a 50 percent reduction in CO2 emissions from use of its products andproductionofitsequipmentby 2030 (compared to 2010 levels) andachallengetargetofachieving carbon neutrality by 2050. For more information, visit www.komatsu.com. 

Komatsu GHG Alliance members had the opportunity to observe Komatsu’s EVX truck in action at the company’s Arizona Proving Grounds in Tucson, Ariz.

PACCAR, Toyota Announce Collaboration Expansion

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PACCAR and Toyota Motor North America Inc. announced an expansion of their joint efforts to develop and produce zero emissions, hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV)

Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks powered by Toyota’s next-generation hydrogen fuel cell modules.

The expanded agreement supports ongoing development and commercialized zeroemission versions of the Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 579 models featuring Toyota’s hydrogen fuel cell powertrain kit, with initial customer deliveries planned for 2024.

PACCAR and Toyota have collaborated on FCEV truck development for the past several years, including a successful pilot program which deployed 10 Kenworth T680 FCEV trucks at the Port of Los Angeles. The pilot provided both Kenworth andToyota with real-world feedback that further enhanced the performance and range of the vehicle.

Designed for use in heavy-duty commercial vehicles, Toyota’s heavy-duty fuel cell electric powertrain kit was recently awarded the Zero Emission Powertrain certification by the California Air Resources Board

(CARB).Toyota will begin assembly of the modules in the United States in late 2023.

John Rich, PACCAR chief technology officer, said, “Having worked extensively with the Toyota team, we are confident that our combined efforts can deliver industry leading FCEV trucks with all of the quality, reliability and aftermarket support that Kenworth and Peterbilt customers depend upon. This partnership further expands PACCAR’s industry-leading lineup of zero emissions vehicles that enhance customers’ operational efficiency and reduce their environmental impact.”

“We are excited to work with PACCAR to realize a future where Toyota’s industry leading hydrogen fuel cell technology can power heavy-duty trucks that will travel across highways throughout the U.S. with zero emissions,” said Christopher Yang, TMNA group vice president of Business Development.

“This innovative technology enables us to provide our commercial customers with a viable carbon-neutral option to further their business, while also contributing to Toyota’s mission to reduce and ultimately eliminate carbon from the environment.” 

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Stellar Introduces 52,000-lb. NXT52 Hooklift to Lineup

Stellar, a 100-percent employee-owned and -operated manufacturer of mechanic trucks and cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, trailers, and service truck and van accessories, has introduced the NXT52 Hooklift.

This 52,000-lb. capacity hoist is the latest telescopic hooklift in the NXT series from Stellar.

“The introduction of the NXT series has reinvigorated the hooklift market, and we’re pleased to build on that excitement with the new NXT52,” said Tim Worman, director of product management at Stellar.

“Achieving such a compact and versatile unit in the 52,000-lb. class is a direct result of listening to our customer’s needs and finding a way to meet them. This kind of responsive innovation in our hooklift line continues the momentum of the initiative we introduced in 2022.”

The NXT52 is a strong yet lightweight unit capable of loading, unloading and dumping various truck bodies. The hooklift features a Z-channel base design and industry-leading universal body latching system. This system is the epitome of flexibility with outside locks that can be moved by loosening the clamp bolts, repositioning and bolting back down. This feature allows the operator to position the body locks in specific locations to accommodate body locks that may not be in the correct spot. The versatility of this system eliminates the need to cut locks off, re-weld or repaint, the manufacturer said.

In addition to the universal latching system, the NXT52 features a universal hydraulic reservoir. The reservoir can be mounted in various positions on the unit to avoid any workaround needs in the instance that there are chassis items that may interfere with normal reservoir mounting.

Similar to all Stellar Hooklifts, the NXT52 is completely manufactured in the United States. This unit has a 54/61.75in. hook height and rectangular style secondary jib. With approximately a 10.5-in. lost load height, Stellar offers an industry-leading low profile, providing a lower vertical center of gravity and the ability to accommodate down to 6-in. subframe heights.

This hooklift was made with the end-user in mind, with many features built for timesaving convenience. In addition to the hydraulic reservoir, integrated speed enhancements and soft-stop features on the lift cylinder reduce the time needed for a full extend cycle by 75 percent and allows the body to be brought to a resting position gently on the body saddles.

Additionally, the NXT52 comes equipped with either air controls or electronic radio remote controls for efficient

operation of the hooklift.These control systems offer proportional control operation to allow for precise control in various situations.Afeature of the NXT Series, the radio remote control, allows for unit operation in either the chassis cab or standing outside of the cab. The radio remote control will be released later this year.

For more information, visit www.stellarindustries.com.

Thunder Creek Names Bacon NationalAccounts Manager to Support Rapid Growth, Demand

Thunder Creek Equipment has named Michael Bacon of Yuma, Ariz., its national accounts manager.

Bacon will focus on serving strategic and national accounts, as well as support the sales team in serving dealers and clients.

Thunder Creek manufactures and sells a full range of mobile fueling and service solutions. This includes the original multitank, bulk diesel trailers that allow businesses to haul up to 920 gal. of diesel without a HAZMAT endorsement, and the company’s proprietary 2-in-1 closed-loop system for handling diesel exhaust fluid.

Bacon joins Thunder Creek after more than seven years of providing service to equipment dealers and strategic national

accounts as business manager of Mahindra Tractor, and as regional manager of BigIron Auctions. He was instrumental in launching “BigIron Marketplace” and was ultimately promoted to senior director of national accounts where he was tasked with rebuilding the national accounts division.

“I am very excited to support the tremendous growth at Thunder Creek while working to grow the national accounts division,” said Bacon. “As an employee-owned manufacturer built on the principles of quality, character and family, we will bring those principles forward in developing lasting relationships with all of our national accounts customers. That starts with personalized customer service between

Thunder Creek and each partner, and indepth examination of each organization’s needs, and delivering the optimal field service and fuel solutions for each business — that’s the commitment we’re making to ensure success in their field operations.”

“Michael is an experienced leader who understands how to support sales and marketing strategy in deep and meaningful ways at the national level,” said Larry Lea, vice president of sales, Thunder Creek Equipment. “His record of developing effective processes will help Thunder Creek Equipment gain an even stronger foothold for growth.”

For more information, visit ThunderCreek.com. 

The NXT52 is a strong yet lightweight unit capable of loading, unloading and dumping various truck bodies.

This 52,000-lb. capacity hoist is the latest telescopic hooklift in the NXT series from Stellar.

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Middle River Marine Takes Delivery of Liebherr LH110

By Katherine Petrik CEG EDITORIAL ASSISTANT

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

Serving the Illinois and northwest Indiana markets, Middle River Marine began operations as a logistics coordinator on the Great Lakes and inland river system. It currently operates 10 tugboats and 88 barges, primarily in the Chicagoland area.

“We’ve run the Calumet River to Lemont [about 41 mi.] to the Chicago River [about 18 mi.] in the city,” said Mike Hogan, vice president of marine operations of Middle River Marine. “We’ll go as far south as our sand mine in Henry, Ill. [about 125 mi.].”

Improving Operations

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

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

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

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

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

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Construction Materials Firm Partners With CDE to Maximize Material Recovery

Ontario-based sand and aggregate producer James Dick Construction has finalized a major new investment in an ultra fines recovery system, designed and engineered by wet processing industry experts CDE, as the company solidifies its position as one of the leading suppliers of construction materials in the local market.

The James Dick group of companies has grown from its humble beginnings in 1964 to its current position as a leader in the supply of sand, gravel and limestone products in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

In 1983, the group acquired Caledon Sand & Gravel Inc. and with it the 825-acre Caledon Pit, then one of the largest pits in the country. It was in 1997 that James Dick Construction secured a licence to expand its Caledon Pit, which would ensure reserves of quality construction materials for the local market for decades to come.

Its focus has long been driven by a desire to ensure a consistent supply of materials with the least social and environmental impact by locating itself close to where demand is to minimize haulage emissions which delivers both environmental and commercial advantages.

Continuing this trend, the recent commissioning of a 50 tph (tons per hour) ultra fines recovery system with cyclone technology in Caledon, Ontario is maximizing material recovery from its quarrying business, extending the operational life of its active extraction sites and available reserves.

At Caledon, the business currently maintains a range of wet and dry screening equipment, including traditional sand screw technology, an essential innovation in the quarrying industry over the years but one that lacks the accuracy of modern washing equipment.

The benefits of cyclone technology vastly outweigh the capabilities of sand screws, achieving greater materials output and minimizing the loss of high-quality fines. CDE cyclone technology delivers unrivaled control of silt cut points and product specification to produce high value, inspec construction materials straight from the belt, according to the company.

Sustained demand for sand and aggregate products coupled with increasingly stringent regulatory requirements necessitates that producers maximize their reserves to maintain profitability and meet the demands of the market.

The new CDE plant is processing material previously lost to the overflow of two existing sand screws to recover premium fine washed masonry sand at a rate of 45 tph.

Commenting on the project, CDE business development manager of Canada, Adrian Convery, said, “Fully operational, our highly efficient ultra fines recovery system will make a significant contribution to Caledon Sand & Gravel.

TerexMPAnnounces Purchase of MARCO Conveyors in Mo.

Terex MP, global manufacturer of materials processing and lifting machinery, announced the purchase of MARCO, a manufacturer of bulk material handling conveyors, based in Mt. Vernon, Mo.

As part of the transaction, Terex MP will purchase a 100,000-sq.-ft. factory and office space set on a 15-acre site in Mt. Vernon. Terex MP plans to expand the site’s manufacturing capacity to support the growing demand for mobile conveying equipment in North America. The site offers a central and local distribution hub in North America while also diversifying Terex MP’s manufacturing footprint and providing access to an additional labor pool.

Terex also will assume responsibility for MARCO’s sales and engineering office in the St. Louis area.

MARCO was established in 1936 by E.F. Marsh Engineering and has since designed and manufactured standard, stationary and portable material handling equipment such as stackers, belt feeders, hoppers and bins. The company was the first conveyor manufacturer to design tubulartruss conveyor frames, which remain to be a signature product for MARCO today.

“This acquisition supports Terex MP’s growth strategy to expand our offering in the bulk material handling industries with products that complement the existing portfolio,” said Pat Brian, vice president and managing director of Terex Materials Processing’s Crushing and Screening division.

By recovering larger quantities of premium sand more efficiently we can support James Dick Construction to maximize its return on investment and maintain its competitive advantage in the local market by boosting the availability of its material reserves.”

James Dick, CEO of James Dick Construction, said, “We want to ensure our operations remain as efficient as possible so that we can continue to service the local construction industry for many years to come. For us, embedded in the Caledon community, the key to that is ensuring we extract as much value and material from our reserves as possible as opposed to pursuing new extraction sites.

“It’s the most responsible approach for the communities in which we operate and also from an environmental perspective, reasons which dovetail with the economic benefits of the approach. The solution delivered by the team at CDE will play a major role in securing a consistent and reliable supply of materials for the construction industry in the Greater Toronto Area.”

Established almost 60 years ago, James Dick Construction Limited started out with a D-6 bulldozer and single axle dump truck which were put to work at its Adjala and 20th Sideroad pits in the Albion township.

Today, its primary operations focus on the production, sale and transport of high-quality construction materials produced from its portfolio of 18 close-to-market pits and quarries in southern Ontario.

For more information, visit cdegroup.com. 

“Tubular-truss conveyor frames offer several benefits — they are hardwearing, easily re-configured and can withstand pressures of moving without bending. MARCO also produces equipment sold into the concrete industry, which will also help to expand our presence in this market.”

Terex MP plans to keep MARCO as a brand within Terex MP’s Crushing, Screening and Conveying division that includes Powerscreen, Finlay, EvoQuip and ProStack. MARCO will have substantial growth potential, benefiting from Terex MP’s global distribution network, as well as efficiencies enabled by its global scale and investments in areas such as product development, sustainability, digital solutions and factories of the future. 

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The new CDE plant is processing material previously lost to the overflow of two existing sand screws to recover premium fine washed masonry sand at a rate of 45 tph.

Eagle Crusher Names New Mid-Atlantic Distributor

EagleCrusherCo.Inc.announcedMellott as the new distributor of the states of Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware.

MellottwillrepresentthefulllineofEagle Crusher heavy-duty crushing and screening equipmentfortherecycledconcrete,asphalt, aggregate, and sand and gravel industries in these states, as well as continue its Eagle CrusherdistributorshipinthestateofFlorida through its Mellott and KastRock partnership.

Headquartered in Warfordsburg, Pa., Mellott is an innovative, international leader in the crushing and screening business, partnering with the aggregate, slag, construction and power industries as a true, full-service provider, supporting its customers with equipment expertise and thought leadership.

Mellott conducts business with its Values Based Leadership philosophy, using safety, integrity, commitment, respect and excellenceasthefivepillarscustomersexperience

throughout their relationship with Mellott. Treating customers as whole entities, the company provides a spectrum of contract crushing, engineered systems, equipment, parts and service.

Mellott is adding Eagle Crusher to its current product offering, including the Eagle Crusher line of heavy-duty impact crushers, portable crushing and screening plants, jaw crushers, hammermills and conveyors.

Eagle Crusher has been an industry leader for more than 100 years in the manufacture of high-quality crushing and screening equipment. Eagle innovated the first, solid-steel, three-bar rotor and lifetime rotor replacement warranty (North America only), developed the structural steel-frame jaw crusher, and pioneered high volume portable crushing equipment for the construction-and-demolition debris recycling industry.

For more information, visit eaglecrusher.com.

Vermeer Reimagines Design of Horizontal Grinders With Its New HG4000 Model

The next generation of Vermeer horizontal grinders reimagines how these popular machines are designed, built and operated. What sets them apart? Operator control, grinding efficiency, ease of maintenance and engine performance — and so much more.

The HG4000 horizontal grinder is the first to be reimagined, designed to process everything from green waste to pallets and scrap lumber.

“The HG4000 builds on the legacy of Vermeer horizontal grinders that are known for efficiently processing logs and other organic matter into valuable end products,” said Jeff Bradley, Vermeer recycling and forestry product manager. “We are keeping what operators love most about these machines, while adding performance features that will translate to maximized productivity on the job site.”

Grind Efficiently

The Vermeer HG4000 horizontal grinder delivers the ability to process maximum material while minimizing potential damage from contaminants. This helps maximize productivity and improve the quality of the end products.

Spend more time feeding and less time adjusting settings with the intelligent feed system on the HG4000. Able to autonomously monitor engine speed and optimize feed speeds, it adjusts to best use available horsepower.

Minimize the need to manipulate large materials with a large 42-in. by 60-in. feed opening and robust infeed sidewalls that allow operators to feed whole trees and other large material with minimal restriction.

The feed roller is equipped with more aggressive teeth than its predecessor. Coupled with down pressure, this allows the machine to pull in hard-to-feed material and helps prevent blockages, which minimizes the need for operator interaction with material. Infeed table sidewalls provide optimal visibility to material in the infeed.

In addition to optimizing the feed rate, grinders need the capability to help protect themselves from metal contaminants mixed with the incoming materials.

An optional Damage Defense system for the HG4000 detects certain metal contaminants prior to processing to help protect machine components. If the mill encounters certain metal contaminants while grinding, the Damage Defense system will automatically initiate the shutdown process. The system will reduce the likelihood of metal being pulled into the mill by immediately reversing the feed system, helping prevent significant damage to the grinder.

An optional cross band magnet minimizes ferrous metals in the end product by pulling metal from the conveyor after the material has gone through the machine.

A dependable engine backed by global support increases the power output compared to the previous generation HG4000. A 536-hp (399.7-kW) CAT C13B engine provides energy to process difficult material.

Maintain Control

Technological features enhance operator control both on the machine and in the loader cab. A full-function, wireless remote allows operators to control grinder functions from up to 300 ft. away. This allows the operator to adjust machine

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settings from the cab of the loading machine. This includes control of the infeed settings, engine droop, conveyor height and more. An on-machine 7-in. touchscreen display also allows you to view real-time machine diagnostics.

Don’t Stress Over Maintenance

Drum design makes all the difference for a horizontal grinder. The next generation of HG4000 horizontal grinders is transitioning from the Series II duplex drum design to the Series III. The updated Series incorporates new technologies that make grinder maintenance convenient to help extend the wear life of your equipment.

“The drum is the heart of any grinder,” said Bradley. The Series III duplex drum features 18 bolt-on tips and nine replaceable hammers that can be reversed for extended life compared to single-sided designs. It features an improved hammer retention design over its predecessor. A tapered round wedge system in the Series III duplex drum to hold the hammer minimizes stress points in the drum versus the previous rectangular hole. This helps prevent movement that could lead to wear.Added hardfacing provides extended life for the drum.

A properly adjusted drive belt helps provide maximum performance and an auto-tensioning drive belt on the nextgeneration HG4000 horizontal grinder automatically keeps the belt at optimum tension and eliminates manual drive belt adjustments.

Access to critical components allows for convenient maintenance on the HG4000. Its maintenance-friendly design features include large access shields, ladders, a dropdown platform to access the engine, mill access at the front or the top and remote grease zerks.

Next-Generation Grinder Delivers

With enhancements to the feed system, technology features for quick adjustments and optimal performance, a Series III duplex drum and a proven Cat engine, the nextgeneration HG4000 is designed to maximize productivity. The horizontal grinder has been reimagined so you can do more.

For more information, visit vermeer.com. 

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Is Construction Industry Ready for Driverless Vehicles?

In the mid-1990s Caterpillar changed its approach to automation in mining.

Adecade after it began a pioneering research program to drive the tech forward, the company realized that the sector was not ready for automation. Instead, it focused on the building blocks that would need to be put in place to make automation possible in future.

Roger Brereton, head of sales at steering system manufacturer Pailton Engineering, assesses whether the construction sector is finally ready for autonomous driving.

In 1985, Caterpillar began a research program into automation. A little over a decade later, it demonstrated two autonomous trucks running at the Caterpillar Proving Ground in Tucson,Ariz.

At this stage it was clear the company was well ahead of its time, but the feeling was that the sector was not ready for automation. This brought an end to the first generation of automation.

In the next phase, rather than continuing to focus on the development of the trucks, the engineers stepped back and began looking at the building blocks that would be needed to make automation a reality, such as improved GPS and on-board monitoring systems.

Today, Caterpillar remains a pioneer in this particular field of driverless tech. Currently, there are Command autonomous haulage system fleets operating at 17 mine locations around the world. However, Caterpillar faces stiff competition from other OEMs developing driverless off-highway vehicles.

VolvoAutonomous Solution (VAS) is one example of a company that is making inroads.

Partnering with Holcim, the company has developed an autonomous hauler that is currently being trialed at Holcim’s limestone quarry in Switzerland and it hopes that this will be commercially available soon.

Do these technological developments mean the construction sector is finally ready to embrace automation after all these years?

Challenging Terrain

The development of driverless vehicles has thrown up many novel engineering challenges that were not anticipated a decade ago, from user skepticism to the difficulties of developing an artificial intelligence (AI)

that can respond correctly to situations that have never been encountered before, the socalled ‘’edge case’’.

Whatisbecomingclearinthisstoryisthat each sector throws up different challenges andopportunities.Forexample,thedevelopment of ‘’robo taxis’’ was thwarted by the complexityofurbanenvironments,butlonghaul trucking, which involves more predictable journeys on long, straight roads, is now emerging as a key area for technological uptake.

In the construction sector, there are many different vehicles that fulfil different roles. This makes it difficult to generalize about the prospects for automation.

According to research by Arthur D Little associates, automation will play only a ‘’minor role’’ in the near future, with the majority of vehicles remaining at level two for the next 10 to 15 years. In this context, level two autonomy refers to operator assistance, like auto-steering, technology which is already widely in use.

The report concluded that construction was a particularly difficult area for automation, because of complex and dynamic construction environments, the fact that machines are used for only limited periods of time and at changing locations, and the need for precise interplay between multiple machines.

Constructing Positive Case

VAS has chosen to focus its energy on haulage systems, such as those found at quarries and mines, where the case for automation is strongest. These vehicles fulfil a single, simple function, they operate in a closed-off environment and involve no onroad use. In these instances, the case for automation is a good one.

Although the key determinant will always be cost and return on investment, the arguments here are becoming stronger. Autonomous mining is more efficient, thereby reducing overall costs. Near continuous utilization of machines and the elimination of shift change also enhance productivity. Improvements in cameras, sensors and data compression technology are all things that will help bring the cost down in the coming years.

Another key advantage is safety improvements, as these vehicles can remove the need for human operators in dangerous environments. According to Caterpillar, trucks equipped with its Command for hauling have moved more than three billion tonnes of material without a single lost-time injury.

One challenge for these vehicles is navigating inhospitable terrains. Even where these vehicles face only simple, repetitive routes in closed-off environments, they are

often exposed to harsh under-chassis environments. As well as extensive testing to make sure theAI can cope with these conditions, the conventional vehicle components, such as the steering parts, also need to be tested extensively to ensure they are designed to last.

Although OEMs will be determined to reach a more competitive price point, compromising on the quality of something like a bevel box has the potential to raise the whole-life costs of vehicle ownership, thereby undermining the arguments about gains in productivity.

Things have come a long way since Caterpillar introduced its first research program into autonomous driving in 1985. In 2022, some of the world’s leading OEMs have developed sophisticated driverless offhighway vehicles that are already successfully in operation at mines and quarries around the world. Driverless tech seems ideal for haulage vehicles, particularly in cases where its introduction can remove workers from unsafe environments. However, whether we can expect more widespread uptake across the sector remains to be seen.

Pailton Engineering supplies custom steering parts and full steering system for off-highway vehicles. For more information, visit pailton.com. 

Autonomous mining is more efficient, thereby reducing overall costs. Near continuous utilization of machines and the elimination of shift change also enhance productivity.

Komatsu Changes MVT-II 600 Sizer as Part of Global Rebranding Strategy

To support the company’s One Komatsu global strategy and the integration of their legacy companies into the Komatsu brand, sizers, reclaim feeders and surface feeder breakers will be rebranded to Komatsu natural yellow (from Joy orange).

Displayed in the Komatsu booth (W42044) at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 was the newly rebranded yellow MVT-II 600 sizer.

For waste reduction in the quarry and cement production process, the Komatsu MVT-II 600 sizer uses matched velocity technology (MVT) to generate far less fines in product and help minimize waste production and disposal costs. The process uses tension — rather than compression — which can save significant energy. Timed centersizing rolls enable teeth to mesh together and control product size in three dimensions.

The no-clog crushing of the MVT-II 600 can consistently crush a combination of hard abrasive minerals and wet sticky material. Engineered for lower cost of ownership, the MVTII 600 has replaceable bolt-on roll wear segments and durable pick technology. Shaft assemblies include cast wear

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The MVT-II sizer can be installed where many other crushing technologies would not fit and at a potentially lower cost. Ideal for mobile or underground applications with a small machine envelope, secondary sizers can often be installed between conveyor transfer points to reconcile material handling issues. The sizer can potentially reduce the number of crushing/dump stations required and can work with very large lump sizes to increase crushing ratios.

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

Metso toAcquireAbA. Häggblom Oy to Expand Loading, Hauling Offering

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

The company’s key offering includes mining truck bodies and buckets. Häggblom’s service portfolio includes wear parts, truck body and bucket refurbishments, as well as related field services. Häggblom has partnered with Metso for several years in the manufacturing of truck bodies.

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

“Loading and hauling is a growing business, and our goal is to further develop our capability to serve our customers. Häggblom’s product range, manufacturing knowhow and engineering capabilities, as well as service expertise are a good addition to Metso’s wear parts portfolio. Häggblom’s employees will bring valuable skills to Metso, and we look forward to building on the great part-

nership we have developed over the years,” said Heikki Metsälä, president, consumables business area, Metso.

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

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

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

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

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Officials On Hand as MRM Receives New Material Handler

MRM from page 59

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

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

them unload faster.”

The Liebherr LH110 Port material handler is designed to handle scrap and mixed cargo in port operations. It also has an extremely high load bearing capacity, according to Liebherr. The machine has a reach of 27 meters; operating weight of 105,000 to 115,000 kg and an engine output of 300 kW/408 hp.

Taking Delivery

To celebrate the delivery of the new Liebherr LH110 Port material handler, a ceremony was held at South Chicago terminal on June 29. Those on hand included representatives of Liebherr USA Co.; Finkbiner Equipment Co. (a subsidiary of American State Equipment Co.) servicing all of Illinois and northwest Indiana; American State Equipment Co., a full-line Liebherr dealer, headquartered in Milwaukee, with locations in Wisconsin and Minnesota and servicing some of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan; Liebherr USA; Ozinga Ventures; and Middle River Marine.

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

“Middle River is extremely excited to add the new Liebherr LH110 Port material handler to our fleet as we continue to live out our mission of serving others and the communities in which we work,” said Peter Colangelo, vice president of terminal operations of Middle River Marine. “We have partnered with multigenerational family-owned com-

panies [Liebherr and American State Equipment/Finkbiner] to ensure that we have safe, dependable, efficient, state-ofthe-art equipment to serve our valued customers. The new LH110 will allow us to expand our ability to handle multiple commodities with larger capacity and efficiency. Today we celebrate a milestone in the history of Middle River by adding the largest Liebherr material handler in the Midwest and establishing our future in the marine and terminal business.”

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

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

Middle River’s Unique Tugboat — Gwyneth Anne

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

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

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

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

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

Aaron Ozinga, president of Ozinga Ventures

Aaron Holcomb, president of Middle River Marine

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

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

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

Bobcat’s Five Grant Recipients Display Sustainable Projects for Community

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neighborhood overlooking the Buffalo River. The project team will leverage compact equipment from Bobcat to remove the heavy construction debris, while offering a light footprint on the sensitive landscape. The conservation area will reconstruct pedestrian trails and create access points from the area neighborhoods.

• San Antonio River Authority in San Antonio, Texas: The San Antonio River Authority plans to develop new trails, create two bioswales and plant native species at its 351-acre Trueheart Ranch Park which fronts the San Antonio River. These park initiatives aim to make the park more resistant to climate outcomes. After the completion of this project, the park plans to open these areas to the public and offer various programming opportunities such as fishing clinics, tent building and nature hikes. The team will utilize Bobcat equipment for use in constructing the trails.

• City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation in Auburn, Wash.: Located south of Seattle, the city of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation will create a more inclusive environment for the community by creating new ADA-

accessible gravel pathways at Auburndale Park. The project will reinvigorate two existing pathways to remove the outdated asphalt and replace it with crushed gravel.To complete the project, the team will use Bobcat equipment to demo the asphalt, thentoinstallthegravelpathstoproper grade.

“We are so excited to help create more sustainable and resilient communities by extending grants to these deserving communities,” said Ayanna

Williams, NRPAdirector of community and environmental resilience. “Park and recreation professionals are champions in addressing our most pressing environmental challenges and we are grateful to Bobcat for their support to improve, preserve and beautify these spaces.”

Each park will begin its project this summer with varying stages of completion over the next several months.

For more information, visit bobcat.com and nrpa.org. 

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Located south of Seattle, the city of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation will create a more inclusive environment for the community by creating new ADA-accessible gravel pathways at Auburndale Park.

The San Antonio River Authority plans to develop new trails, create two bioswales and plant native species at its 351-acre Trueheart Ranch Park, which fronts the San Antonio River.

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DeFeo’s Stone Comes FromApproximately Six Gravel Pits

DEFEO from page 34

At that point, DeFeo knew it had tapped into a great market, and it has been exploding ever since. But to properly serve the market, some changes needed to be made in the mode of transportation.

“As we started to develop the market with more and more customers, we realized that this just wasn’t going to happen with truck delivery,” DeFeo said. “People don’t want to drive trucks over the road anymore, and there are not enough bulk commodity trailers. Frameless dump trailers are how the majority of bulk commodities are transported. There are just not enough trucks available to move our type of material in the volume that we need transported, and still be able to do it economically.

“There are not enough loads of other bulk commodities heading north to bring back the trailers, so you have no backload, which skyrockets your transportation costs. The other issue, and it is a constant problem with hauling over the road, is battling the strict rules and regulations with DOT, equipment breakdowns and the general cost of trucks and trailers, which are increasing at an unbelievable rate.”

DeFeo was determined to find a way to work around this transportation challenge.

“I have always loved working with big equipment and have been fascinated with the idea of producing products in large volume. I’m a numbers guy, so it was something that I could break the numbers down and analyze.

“The supply of natural minerals and stone in the northeast is abundant.As a teenager, I was in the landscaping business and really liked the way decorative stone looks when it is applied, particularly in commercial applications, around medians, apartment complexes and hotels. I think it’s a great touch to the property and doesn’t look old after only a couple months like mulch.”

“We were told by our customers that when other quarries run out of decorative stone, they throw up their hands and turn away customers rather than finding a solution to produce more product. I realized that if we could use technology, it would help improve efficiency and we could tap into a market with huge potential. But we first had to figure out the issue of transporting our product 800-plus miles.”

DeFeo then started hiring out trucks and building a network of trusted subcontractors, like Taylor Trucking, RLO Trucking and many more to be able to grow the volume of stone, without spending more capital on additional company owned trucks.

“They typically will each take about two loads a week and that represents a good amount of tonnage for us, but it still was not enough to satisfy what I was trying to build. The game changer was in 2020 when we started shipping by rail. We invested every last dollar, even sold a portion of the company to investors to build a loading area at our Utica, N.Y., rail yard. The first year we transported about 3,800 tons of

our product by train and by the end of this year it will be around 75,000 tons.”

Once rail transportation and its benefits were implemented, it was a huge challenge, but a total game changer. DeFeo now has sites located with railway access along the east coast, where they stockpile product and use their fleet of equipment to load and unload their fleet of rail cars, where it is then shipped to various distribution yards and delivered in the southeast.

Even with the implementation of rail distribution, DeFeo still has challenges to overcome. Distribution from the rail depots to the end user and getting orders filled within its goal of a 10-day time limit is particularly challenging when you’re moving thousands of tons of stone thousands of miles. Quality control also is essential — the stones must be sorted correctly by size, and they must be clean.

DeFeo’s largest distribution point is in Utica, N.Y., from which it ships its most popular product, New England River Rock. It has other smaller loading facilities in New England

from which it distributes some of its smaller volume products.

Utica has been an ideal location for DeFeo, even though the company is New England-based, as the northeast provides the ideal glacier created, multi-colored stones that its customers are looking for.

“The Mohawk and Northern Adirondack Railroad (the railroad in which DeFeo ships from) treat us very well. They appreciate our business and we have become one of their largest customers. Anything that we need they have been willing to work with us on.”

“In Utica, our current storage is about 12,000 tons. It could be more; but our production is limited by the weather. In this region you can only produce for about seven months out of the year, as the winters are harsh and the cold temperatures do not allow us to screen any product.”

A significant portion of its product is sent to DeFeo’s yards in North Carolina. DeFeo additionally works alongside Vulcan Materials, at their Mount Holly, SC rail yard, who handles the distribution of DeFeo’s product in the Charleston and Savannah regions. This allows customers in these areas to pick up their most popular product, New England River Rock.

When asked where their material comes from DeFeo said, “Our stone comes from about six different gravel pits that we work closely with. I like to describe these gravel pits as family-owned mom-and-pop type shops.They really are focused on just being able to get the sand out to sell to concrete plants.”

“We are purchasing from them a byproduct of sand production, any gravel that is above half an inch. We can’t pull it all from just one location because number one, there’s just

see DEFEO page 94

The triple deck screen allows the production of at least three different size materials simultaneously. Smaller 2-3-in. freshly cleaned stone is stockpiled for rail transportation.

The Terex M 1700X with its 14-ft.-wide hopper easily handles a full load from a 12-ft. bucket.

DeFeo Materials is wellknown among landscape supply houses up and down the east coast for its river rock.

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Heavy duty vehicle lift leader Stertil-Koni announced that its U.S. production facility — Stertil ALM, located in Streator, Ill. — has recently produced its 20,000th mobile column lift.

The significance of the milestone underscores Stertil-Koni’s growing dominance in the heavy duty vehicle lift industry in North America, which serves such key sectors as transit agencies, public works departments, fire and emergency rescue, municipalities, corporate fleets, state agencies, the U.S. Military, aviation, light rail, pupil transportation and others.

In making the announcement, Stertil-Koni General Manager, Scott Steinhardt, noted “Stertil-Koni is dedicated to delivering the very best and broadest range of ALI [Automotive Lift Institute] certified heavy duty vehicle lifts. What’s more, our mobile column lifts, which are exceedingly durable, dependable and indeed mobile, represent our most popular lifting system in North America.”

These lifts, with capacities ranging from 14,000 to 40,000 lbs. per column, utilize advanced hydraulic technology and are available in wireless, cabled and EARTHLIFT models. They feature rapid lifting and

lowering every time, are made from maximum strength high tensile DOMEX steel, are equipped with a full-color touch-screen control console along with a super safe mechanical locking system and have as standard overload protection and automatic synchronization systems.

“A key component of our success has been the outstanding efforts of Stertil ALM and its president, Allan Pavlick — enabling us to proudly offer the very best in Buy America-compliant lifting systems,” Steinhardt said.

The recent milestone follows a multi-year plant expansion at Stertil ALM in which the company purchased a 4.5 acre parcel adjacent to its long-standing facility and completed a 36,000 ft. expansion designed to deliver enhanced flow and efficiencies in production.

“Our warm congratulations to everyone at Stertil-Koni and Stertil ALM on this achievement,” said Stertil-Koni President Jean DellAmore. “From the production and delivery of world-class heavy duty vehicle lifting systems to customer sales, support and service, our entire team is dedicated to delivering vehicle lifts that consistently set new industry standards in performance.”

The lifts, with capacities ranging from 14,000 to 40,000 lbs. per column, utilize advanced hydraulic technology and are available in wireless, cabled and EARTHLIFT models.

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Your work involves more than moving material. You need to stay on top of jobsite productivity. Our new 450 P-Tier, 550 P-Tier, and 650 P-Tier Dozers can put you in charge of the challenges. Precise hydraulics, nimble machine stability, a comfortable cab with advanced displays and expansive jobsite visibility, simplified service, and flexible grade-control solutions including fully integrated SmartGrade™ help you keep things running smoothly and on schedule.

CONNECTICUT

The W.I. Clark Company

Wallingford, CT

203/265-6781

Danbury, CT

203/775-1203

Plainfield, CT 860/546-4808

www.wiclark.com

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

www.unitedcf.com

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

www.unitedcf.com

NEW

JESCO, Inc. 118 St. Nicholas Ave. South Plainfield, NJ

800/241-7070

Terex ‘Rinse Plant’Proves to Be Critical Purchase for DeFeo

DEFEO from page 86

not enough material, and number two, we blend the gravel from the different locations, creating the multi- colored products offered”

DeFeo takes all of its mixed stone ranging in sizes from half-inch up to 12 in. and piles it in one large stockpile where it is screened and separated by size using an EvoQuip Colt 600 screening plant.

“The EvoQuip was our first screening plant, and it has been an amazing machine. It’s a compact plant that's relatively new to the market. We work it very hard, and it has been extremely durable, giving us little or no downtime. We had considered buying a simple box screen and I’m glad we did not do that. The productivity we get out of this machine far exceeds anything that would have happened with a simple box screen plant.”

“We purchased the machine from Powerscreen New England. As a dealership, they have been wonderful to work with, and their sales rep, Graham Wiley, has been invaluable as a resource.”

“What really makes Graham and the entire Powerscreen team fantastic to work with is their willingness to come out and work with you side by side in the field. They worked with us through the entire set-up process, showed us how to keep our repairs and maintenance costs down, and how to keep our production levels up without losing quality. If we experience issues that they were not familiar with, they are immediately reaching out and working with Terex in Ireland to get answers.”

“We get an added bonus with our sales rep Graham because he is a mechanical engineer, and he understands how the equipment actually works. We moved about 80,000 tons of product last year and our goal this year is 100,000 tons, so we are always expecting more from our equipment. What comes with that is expecting more from the vendors we work with.”

DeFeo separates the fines and oversized gravel with the EvoQuip, then they process the gravel further by their latest addition to DeFeo’s equipment fleet, a Terex M 1700X rinse plant.

“Terex refers to it as a wash plant, we call it a rinser, but by whatever name you want to call it we love it. It was the perfect option for us. We met with the owner, Seamus Sheelan of Powerscreen New England, and he and Graham Wiley felt strongly that this was the right machine that we were looking for to clean our stone.

“They took our needs very seriously and invited us to go to ConExpo to meet with some experts, which is where we made the final buying decision. We went with the Terex M 1700X for several reasons — most importantly is that it is self-powered and self-contained. That allows the water to be directed back into our settling tanks.

Another feature that was important to DeFeo Materials

was the large feed hopper, at 14-ft. in width.

“[This is] a big plus to us when other machines’ hoppers are only 12 feet wide, and our loader bucket is all of 12 feet wide. If you’re operating a loader of that size the extra two feet makes all the difference. It eliminates spillage and cleanup time.

“We measure our production from the onboard loader scale, so if we can’t get the entire bucket of material into the hopper, we can’t calculate our production. The hopper holds 10 yards, which allows us to put an entire bucket load from our Cat 980 in one pass, which is very efficient for us. It’s an impressive machine, allowing us to run hundreds of tons of material in an hour. Our total fuel consumption has dropped to just over 10 gallons per hour to wash a hundred tons, improving our carbon footprint by almost 40 percent.”

“The portable aspect of the M1700X is a huge benefit, allowing us to transport the machine to other aggregate producers and make products at their sites. We need to know that we can produce anywhere at any time.”

“Terex worked closely with us to determine how much water capacity in our storage tanks we would need, what size pumps we would need, and what our water pressure requirements would be. All of this made us very comfortable that

we were dealing with the right people.”

Another key feature to the plant is its triple deck screen.

“That feature alone saves us 30 to 40 hours a year because we do not continuously have to change out our screen sizes. Because the plant rinses while it screens, we are not limited to screening under only dry conditions. Utica can be noted for its cloudy, dreary days, which can limit your production opportunities. The Terex M 1700X eliminates that concern.

“We are experiencing a significant spike in demand and because of the Terex M 1700X we have been able to keep up with the orders.”

A big plus to the Terex M 1700X is it can be converted quickly and can be turned into a dry screening plant instead of a rinsing plant in less than one day, DeFeo said.

“There is an additional belt that goes on the bottom, and we can use this at different sites with different applications, where no water usage is permitted.”

The rinsing plant was a critical purchase for DeFeo, which needs to ship clean materials to its customers — the product does not sell well when it is dirty because customers can’t see the color and beauty of the rock. Without a wash plant, the best the company could do was run the stones through the screener multiple times, but it was not an adequate approach to cleaning the material. DeFeo had made a small, self-made contraption to wash the stones as they were being screened, but it just wasn’t doing the trick.

“What you or I may consider a clean stone is a completely different standard to the homeowner and the landscaper. They do not understand that it would be a simple process to just hose off the product after it’s put in place. They want it to look perfect when it’s laid down. So, for our stone to be delivered very clean is critical. Even after washing, the stone gets dirty again during transportation. That’s why we invested over $200,000 in the past year on asphalt and concrete floors where the stone is stockpiled. That way once we wash it, the stone stays clean. A lot of companies would think we’re crazy to do that, but we really care about the quality of the products that we sell to our customers. But just as important, one of the biggest keys to our success is our amazing employees that have worked as a team to help us grow.”

For more information, visit www.discountriverrock.com.

 CEG

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

DeFeo Materials’ Terex M 1700X purchased from Powerscreen New England has met and exceeded all of its production expectations.

The triple deck screen is the key element to meeting high production levels.

As stones pass through screening decks, they are rinsed clean by high pressure water jets.

JESCO is looking for candidates in a variety of different positions, including:

• Sales

• Service

• Parts

• Technicians

• Rentals

• Admin Support

We have openings across all branch locations: South Plainfield, NJ … Lumberton, NJ … Beacon, NY … Deer Park, NY … Shrewsbury, MA … Baltimore, MD … Delmar, MD … Waldorf, MD … Middletown, DE

Whether you are entry level or experienced, JESCO wants you to be part of our world class team. We have exciting career opportunities for dedicated professionals who want to learn and grow with us.

Visit our career site at https://www.jesco.us/careers and apply today!

Hyundai Launches New Team FocusedOnCompactEquipment

Following the introduction of skid steer and compact track loaders, along with updates across its compact excavator lineup earlier this year at ConExpo-Con/AGG, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America has announced the formation of a new team dedicated to Hyundai compact equipment sales and support.

Hyundai has hired Jeff Pate as vice president of compact equipment sales, reporting to Mike Ross, senior VP of HD Hyundai CE North America.

“Jeff is a proven, dynamic and passionate leader, with 20-plus years in dealer and channel development, market intelligence, and strategic planning, including more than 10 years’ experience in the compact equipment sector,” Ross said.

Reporting directly to Pate are four new team members, each of whom will be responsible for sales and dealer development in distinct regions covering the United States and Canada.

Dale McLemore, an industry veteran with 35 years’ experience in compact equipment, is joining the company as senior dealer development and national accounts manager

KAGE’sWheelKaddyModels CelebrateDecadeofComfort

After nearly a decade in the walk behind mower sulky industry, KAGE Innovation’s Wheel Kaddy models have evolved into some of the most durable and comfortable sulkies for mowers.

The original Wheel Kaddy — the 500 series — was designed to last longer and be easier on the body than other sulkies that were on the market at the time. With a strong build, larger tires and the first-ever mower sulky suspension system, the Wheel Kaddy 500 provided a comfortable ride that lasted for years of heavy use.

With the soaring popularity of this twowheel walk-behind sulky, KAGE inventor Mike Stephan decided to offer a more economical version of the Wheel Kaddy for the entry level lawn-care professional. Thus, the Wheel Kaddy 250 series was born.

This version maintained the same 13 in. wheels as its predecessor but eliminated the suspension system for a lower maintenance and lower cost option.

While both models were extremely popular, it became clear that there was still a need for yet another version. While the large tires

provided a much smoother ride than smaller ones, their size would not allow the tires to rotate under the arm if an operator wanted to step off the mower and back up the machine.

Queue the Wheel Kaddy 360.As the name suggests, the Wheel Kaddy 360 allows the platform to rotate a full 360 degrees, traveling under its arm and allowing for greater mobility when backing a walk behind mower is needed — such as mowing under evergreen trees with low hanging branches. For more information, visit kageinnovation.com. 

Peer Executive Group Names Its Top Gun Winners for 2023

for compact equipment covering the southeastern region. Brian Slavinski brings 12 years of experience to his role as district manager for the northeastern United States and eastern Canada, including extensive knowledge of the equipment industry from both the retail and manufacturing side.

New Roles Serve Expanding Network

Darren Wallace, district manager OF the central region of the United States and Canada, also brings a wealth of knowledge to the team, with 20 years of industry experience in sales and dealer development. And finally, Mike Dahs joins the team as district manager for the western region of the United States and Canada. Dahs has spent the last two years on the OEM side of the business, following nine years of retail experience working for a successful multi-line construction equipment dealer.

“During the past two years, we have added many compact-only Hyundai equipment dealers to our expanding network,” Ross said. For more information, visit www.HCEAmericas.com. 

Peer Executive Groups (PEG) has named the winners of its 2023 Top Gun Awards.

The Top Gun award recognizes rental store operators for financial excellence. The awards are given to the top 20 percent of rental stores based on financials submitted by rental operators.

“We apply owner compensation, expense and rent tests to verify EBITDA and check financial reports and tax returns where appropriate. While our network shows EBITDA performance closer to 28 percent, our Top Gun members average north of 40 percent,” said President Dan Crowley.

The 2023 winners for Equipment Rental include:

• A to Z Equipment Rentals of North Carolina — Austin Wilson

• Action Rental, Pennsylvania — Andrew Budick

• Aspen Rent-All, Colorado — Beth Hoff Blackmer

• Bottom Line Equipment, Louisiana — Kurt Degueyter

• Brainerd General Rental, Minnesota — Steve Mau

• Cal West Rentals, California — Tyler

Doherty

• Chet’s Rent-All, Michigan — Kyle Keeley

• Coker Rentals, Tennessee — Rodney Coker

• FirstSource Equipment Rental & Sales, North Carolina — John & Ashley Scott

• Goggin Rentals, Michigan — Dave Betz

• Mako Equipment, California — Tom Kirksey

• Only 1 Rentals, Texas — Dillon Hughes

• ORE Rentals, Pennsylvania — George Blobe

• Rabern Rental Centers, Texas — Steve Berner

• Rent Ready Equipment, Alabama — Eric Barron

• RentalWorks of Maryland, Maryland — Sam Wagner

• Talisman Rentals, Georgia — Jaco DuPleiss

• Tates Rents, Idaho — Haley Hennessy

• Tejas Equipment Rentals, Texas — Matt Musgrove

• Vandalia Rentals, Ohio — Kurt Barney

• Wood Street Rentals, Wisconsin — Jeff Wiesman. 

The original 500 Series Wheel Kaddy features suspension and large 13 in. tires for increased comfort.

Best Line Equipment

www.BestLine.com

PENNSYLVANIA Muncy

(570) 546-8422

Towanda

(570) 265-4440

State College

(814) 237-9050

Mechanicsburg (717) 697-1177

Shippensburg (717) 530-8400

Harrisburg (717) 540-7867

752-3600

Deptford (856) 227-6400

NEW YORK Bronx (718) 822-1180

Marlboro (854) 236-3000

Medford (631) 207-2900

PENNSYLVANIA (610) 363-9200

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

North American Market... PalfingerOffersEnhancement for Its Telescopic Hooklifts

As part of its Vision & Strategy 2030, international technology and engineering company Palfinger is constantly challenged to find better solutions for its customers. The result is impressive: the new enhanced telescopic hooklift HT 160 SLD 3 tailored for the North American market and engineered to give enhanced performance, effortless installation and ease of use.

“Our focus is always on developing an exemplary product portfolio specialized for our regional customers to address their challenges effectively,” said Ismael Daneluz, Palfinger vice president of sales and service North and LatinAmerica.

“We are proud to offer the HT 160 SLD 3 Hooklift to meet industry demands. We are confident that this new model will boost productivity and overall satisfaction for our customers.”

The HT 160 SLD 3 Hooklift highlights higher performance with a 10 percent reduction in dead weight while maintaining a consistent lifting and tipping capacity of 16,000 lbs. at 36 in. hook height and 18,000 lbs. at 54 in. hook height. This enhancement ensures top-grade operational efficiency, the manufacturer said.

Coupled with an innovative subframe design that includes a raised front cross member, the HT 160 SLD 3 Hooklift is ver-

satile and fits a wide range of trucks. It also has a standard advanced mounting (SAM) system which enables quick and easy installation, minimizing downtime during set-up.

User-friendliness also is integral to the hooklift’s enhanced design. Among its notable features is an adjustable hook height (measuring at 36 in./54 in.) for maximum flexibility.

“In response to customer feedback, we have redesigned the hook shape to enable easier connection to the container bar. Furthermore, the introduction of greaseless bushings reduces maintenance time and costs for the customer,” said James Hanson, Palfinger NorthAmerica director of sales.

The HT 160 SLD 3 Hooklift is finished with the Palfinger Origin Protection (POP) painting and surface treatment for best protection which significantly increases the unit’s lifetime value for customers, according to the manufacturer.

With the introduction of the HT 160 SLD 3, Palfinger reinforces its commitment to advance efficiency, durability and ease of use in its hooklift range. It also exemplifies Palfinger’s unconditional customer focus and its ongoing ambition to set new standards as an innovation leader.

For more information, visit www.palfinger.com.

TranSource Inc. photo

The HT 160 SLD 3 Hooklift highlights higher performance with a 10 percent reduction in dead weight while maintaining a consistent lifting and tipping capacity of 16,000 lbs. at 36 in. hook height and 18,000 lbs. at 54 in. hook height.

WANTED (TX): NEED CAT 988 USED WHEEL LOADER. IF AVAILABLE

PLEASE CONTACT ASAP.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA-600, WA-500 AND WA-900 WHEEL LOADERS.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (TX): ALL MODELS EAGLE CRUSHERS / PULVERIZERS / SHEARS.

ISO PORTABLE, PREFERABLY CLOSED CIRCUIT, IMPACT CRUSHERS. ALSO

INTERESTED IN PORTABLE SCREENS

EMAIL:

GIVEBUYSELLTRADE@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 512-822-8818

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WANTED (IL): A CUMMINS 5.9 TURBO

CHARGED ENGINE FOR A CASE 1155E LOADER.

EMAIL: KUBERSKIEXC@CHARTER.NET

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WANTED: KOMATSU WA600-6 WHEEL LOADER & CAT 988. IF AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (OK): CATERPILLAR D5N CRAWLER DOZER.

EMAIL:

JUNK4@ACEINVESTMENTS.COM;

PHONE: 405-627-6246

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MODEL

815 SOIL COMPACTOR. EMAIL:

ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM;

PHONE: 312-898-5355

COMMENTS:

WANTED (MA): CATERPILLAR 308E2CR QC EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: KKNOPE@DEFELICECORP.COM

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WANTED (IN): HYSTER H80FT FORKS

EMAIL: YADAV.JYOTI178@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 09500208661

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WANTED (WA): BOMAG BW 172 PADFOOT COMPACTORS | LOOKING FOR PARTS, SPECIFICALLY DRIVE TRAIN, OR WHOLE MACHINE TO USE FOR PARTS.

EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM

PHONE: 360-798-5847

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WANTED (MD): CATERPILLAR 140H

MOTOR GRADER. NEED TO BUY CAT USED MOTOR GRADER: CAT 140G, CAT 140H, CAT 14H, AND CAT 14G. IF AVAILABLE PLEASE LET US KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM.

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WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C

EXCAVATOR - WANT TO BUY 5000065000 POUND EXCAVATOR WITH HYDRAULIC THUMB UNDER 6000 HOURS, UNDER $90K, ANY MAKE.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 0092-333-123-4598 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (US): ANY MANUFACTURER, ALL MODELS CRAWLER DOZERSLOOKING TO BUY JOHN DEERE

650KLGP WITH WINCH OR 550KLGP WITH WINCH, ENCL. CAB, UNDER 3500 HOURS, UNDERCARRIAGE NEAR NEW.

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA;

PHONE: 450-346-8975

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

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478

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WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000

EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE.

EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 832-244-1897

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WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 550K LGP

CRAWLER DOZER - WANT TO BUY

BULLDOZER 550KLGP JOHN DEERE

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

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA;

PHONE: 450-346-8975

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WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID

STEER LOADER

EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB

RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214

– A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE

ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR.

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

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WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND

BACKHOE LOADERS.

EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET

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WANTED (US): VOLVO EC480DL EXCA-

VATOR

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM;

PHONE: +923003695360

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WANTED (US): WANT TO BUY BULL-

DOZER 650LGP CASE – ENC CAB SIX

WAY 27 INCH PADS UNDER REAL HOURS METER AND FRAME 600 HOURS 2015 AND UP.

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA PHONE: 1 450 346 8975

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WANTED (OK): INTERNATIONAL H100C WHEEL LOADER - I HAVE A 1978 GREEN ARMY HUFF MODEL#H100C WHEEL LOADER VIN#IH2073. LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE 6 CYLINDER TURBO DIESEL INTERNATIONAL ENGINE DT466.

EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM

PHONE: 918-385-1623

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D BACKHOE LOADERS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY FOR THE FOLLOWING BACKHOES: CASE (580K, L, M, SK, SL) CAT (416, 420 C/D/E/F), DEERE (310E, G, SE) AND JCB (214 SERIES 3).

EMAIL:

EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1 832-244-1897

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 12G MOTOR GRADERS – N NEED TO BUY A USED CAT MOTOR GRADER 140G, 14G, 12G, AND 14H. IF ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE PLEASE SEND ME THE INFORMATION THANKS.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT

STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1-281-694-5478

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

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM

WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30

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

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 616-813-3642

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

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923322489350

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS

– NEED TO PURCHASE HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400, EX-450, AND EX 270. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE DO LET ME KNOW. THANKS IN ADVANCE.

EMAIL:

NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM

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WANTED (AL): LOOKING TO PURCHASE CAT WHEEL LOADER 936, 950B, 966F AND 980F FOR OUR INVENTORY. IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

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

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

EMAIL:

USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): LOOKING FOR EITHER A USED, OR NEW GRAPPLE BUCKET, DEMOLITION BUCKET, FORKS WITH GRAPPLE, OR A STANDARD GP BUCKET TO FIT A NEW 2022 CAT 980-14A (OLD MODEL = 980-M) RUBBER TIRED WHEEL LOADER. IT CAN EITHER BE "DIRECT PIN" OR TO FIT A FUSION COUPLER. OUR NEED IS IMMEDIATE.

EMAIL:BSCHAAB@AMERICANDND.COM

PHONE: 716-984-7566

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

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

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EX400 EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A USED HITACHI EXCAVATOR EX-400 & EX 450 TO PURCHASE ASAP. (RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING MACHINES).

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (TX): JOHN DEERE WHEEL LOADERS – LOOKING FOR A JOHN DEERE 544K & 644K TO PURCHASE ASAP WITH HOURS 5000 OR LESS.

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

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WANTED (US): HYUNDAI HL757-9A

WHEEL LOADER – LOOKING TO BUY 2012-2013 WHEEL LOADER OF APPROX. 200 HP (EX:HL757-9A)WITH HOURS LESS THAN 6000.

EMAIL: BERTRANDLAZURE @CHARETTETRANSPORT.COM;

PHONE: 1-450-691-5151

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

EMAIL: BERT@MEXUSCAN.COM;

PHONE: 1-514-233-5151

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

EMAIL:EQUIPMENTPRO22@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 570-423-7631

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

EMAIL: AMERICAUSEDEQUIPMENT@ GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1-657-236-7399

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: IKRAMKHAN@IUKANDCO.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI

EX450 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO BUY

HITACHI, JOHN DEERE, KOMATSU 300, 400, AND 450 SIZES EXCAVATORS.

RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING EXC.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): LOOKING TO BUY

HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400LC AND JOHN DEERE 495D, 595D.

EMAIL: INFO@IUKANDCO.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (US): KUBOTA B7300HSD

TRACTOR W/ 60 INCH MOWER DECK.

EMAIL: PRONCALLO@AOL.COM;

PHONE: 845-225-7504

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WANTED (US): ACS INDUSTRIES –

BUCKETS, ALL MODELS

EMAIL: BEBOMOR2003@YAHOO.COM

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

EMAIL:CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 6I6-813-3642 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––MANUFACTURER: MEC 3391RT AERIAL LIFT - CONTROL BOX FOR A MEC 3391RT YEAR 2000 PART NO. 20783. DOUBLE FUEL GAS/PROPANE. NO OUTRIGGER.

EMAIL: TAVAKE08@ICLOUD.COM; PHONE: 415-748-8079 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS - NEED CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS 950B, 950E, 966F, 966FII, 980F AND CATERPILAR MOTOR GRADERS 140G.

EMAIL: NAQIB_KHAN73@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: +923333298751 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, ALL MODELS - LOOKING TO BUY HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX270LC, EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400LC AND JOHN DEERE 495D, 595D.

EMAIL: NAQIB_KHANINTRCO@HOTMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923332316587

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CONCRETE

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

EMAIL: BBENEDETTO@COMCAST.NET ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

ï Pittsburgh, PA

Thurs., August 17, 2023

For: Very Large Rental Fleet John Deere Equipment & more

ï Syracuse, NY

Fri., August 18, 2023

For: Late Model Construction & Utility Equipment

ï San Angelo, TX

Wed., August 23, 2023

For: Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahern Rentals

ï Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Late Model Construction Equipment & more (MEX)

ï Rochester, NY

Fri., August 25, 2023

For: General & Paving Contractor Retirement Auction

ï Online

Aug. 28 – Sept. 4, 2023

For: Acquisition Auction, Construction Equipment & more

ï Parsippany, NJ

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: 1 Owner Major Job Completion Auction

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

ï Houston, TX

August 22 – 24, 2023

ï Orlando, FL

Aug. 31 – Sept. 1, 2023

ï Sacramento, CA

Aug. 31 – Sept. 1, 2023

ï Polotitla, MEX

September 1, 2023

ï Los Angeles, CA

September 7 – 8, 2023

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

ï Online

August 3 - 18, 2023

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

ï Online

Fri., August 25, 2023

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

ï Online

Sat., September 9, 2023

For: Sacramento Equipment Auction

ï Online

Fri., September 22, 2023

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com

1-877-BIDADOO

ï Online

August 22, 2023

ï Online

August 29, 2023

BIG IRON AUCTIONS

www.bigiron.com

800-937-3558

ï Online

August 16, 2023

ï Online

August 23, 2023

BLACK STAR ACA

www.blackstaraca.com

800-610-2192

ï Online

August 30, 2023

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS

www.brightstarauctions.com

574-825-0704

ï Online

Wed., August 16, 2023

Coming Auctions

HESS AUCTIONEERS

www.hessauctioneers.net

866-511-2493

ï Marietta, PA

Fri., October 13, 2023

For: Truck, Trailer & Equipment Auction

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION

www.iraymn.com

320-968-7230

ï Online

Wed., September 20, 2023

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

J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS

www.jjkane.com

856-764-7163

ï Online

Tues., August 22, 2023

For: Southeast Region Timed Online Auction

ï Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Dixon, CAAuction Event

ï Pelzer, SC

Tues., August 22, 2023

For: Asphalt Inventory Reduction Auction

ï Kissimmee, FL

Tues., August 29, 2023

For: Construction & Transportation Live Auction

ï Lexington, SC

Thurs., September 7, 2023

For: D&J Machinery & Rigging, LLC

Absolute Retirement Auction

MIEDEMA ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP

www.1800lastbid.com

616-538-0367

ï Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Xyz Auction Service – August Consignment Auction

PAUL E. SAPERSTEIN INC.

www.pesco.com

800-660-6553

ï Methuen, MA

August 23 - 24, 2023

ROGERS REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY

www.rogersauctiongroup.com

800-442-7906

ï Mooresville, NC

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Ultimate Equipment Rentals

ROSEN & COMPANY, INC.

www.rosenandcompany.com

216-990-1831

ï Online

Wed., August 16, 2023

For: Crane Truck, JCB Telehandlers

ï Cleveland, OH

Fri., August 18, 2023

For: Live/Online Summer Equipment & Machinery Auction

RTI AUCTIONS

www.teitsworth.com

585-243-1563

ï Online

August 15 - 22, 2023

For: August NetAuction: Edition 2

STEFFES GROUP INC.

www.steffesgroup.com

701-237-9173s

ï Online

August 23 - 30, 2023

For: Colorado Consignment Auction

For: IronRing Online Auction (various locations)

ï Dunnville, KY

Thurs., August 17, 2023

For: Sawmill Equipment Liquidation & Rolling Stock Auction

ï Middlebury, IN

Fri., August 25, 2023

For: Michiana Equipment Auction

ï Lake City, MI

Thurs., September 7, 2023

For: Late Model Sawmill Equipment Auction

COMPASS

www.soldoncompass.com

800-729-6466

ï Online

Wed., August 16, 2023

For: Get Your Industrial Equipment Sold in this upcoming Auction

ï Chattanooga, TN

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Get Your Industrial Equipment Sold in this upcoming Auction

DEANCO AUCTIONS

www.deancoauction.com

MS: 601-656-9768

AL: 334-693-2540

ï Philadelphia, MS

September 12 - 13, 2023

For: Huge Construction Equipment and Truck Public Auction

J.M. WOOD AUCTION COMPANY

www.jmwood.com

800-447-7085

ï Montgomery, AL

September 19 - 21, 2023

For: 50th Annual Fall Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com

888-897-8864

ï Online

August 24 - 25, 2023

For: Monthly Auction

ï Online

September 27 - 28, 2023

For: Monthly Auction

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com

601-450-6200

ï Online

Thurs., August 17, 2023

For: Virtual Crane, Heavy Transport & Support Equipment Auction

ï Brooklyn, MS

Sat., August 19, 2023

For: Late Summer Construction & Transportation Public Auction

ï Online

Closes August 22, 2023

For: TX Online Inoperable Construction & Transportation Auction

For: Public Auction for Northern Roofing

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION

www.purplewave.com

866-608-9283

ï Online

Wed., August 16, 2023

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., August 17, 2023

For: Construction Equipment Auction

ï Online

Tues., August 22, 2023

For: Government Auction

ï Online

Wed., August 23, 2023

For: Ag Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Truck & Trailer Auction

ï Online

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

ï Online

Thurs., August 31, 2023

For: Construction Equipment Auction RES AUCTION SERVICES

www.RES.bid

833-SOLD-RES

ï Wooster, OH

Sat., September 2, 2023

For: RES Yard Equipment Auction

ï Online

September 12 - 19, 2023

For: Rush Vallley House Movers Auction

ï Online

September 20 - 27, 2023

For: Steffes Construction Auction

TRISTAR AUCTION GROUP

www.tristarauction.com

615-301-1600

ï Online

Wed., August 16, 2023

For: HOT Summer Heavy Equipment & Truck Virtual Auction

WAUSAU ACTIONEERS

www.wausauauctioneers.com

800-432-1922

ï Merrill, WI

Fri., September 8, 2023

For: 25th Annual Fall Equipment Auction

YODER & FREY HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

www.yoderandfrey.com

419-865-3990

ï Kissimmee, FL

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Florida Auction Site

ï Findlay, OH

Thurs., September 21, 2023

For: Unreserved Public Auction

MecalacDesignsNew 216MRail for Light Rail Work, More

1.

The upgraded 216MRail, like the original model, features a rail-dedicated boom specifically designed for the rail industry. It offers the lifting capacity of a much larger machine — up to 8.5 tons on rails over the front — but offers the stability and boom flexibility other machines lack. Its Mecalac articulated boom design provides greater compactness and range of motion by allowing it to extend almost entirely straight or fold back on itself, making it agile in confined spaces.

For some larger machines, working below catenaries or in tunnels can be awkward and inefficient due to limited boom angle adjustments. The operator must completely unfold the boom and work at maximum reach, losing force, compromising stability and taking longer to complete the task. Due to the extraordinary flexibility of the boom, the 216MRail easily handles heavy-duty tasks even when there is limited space to maneuver.

The 216MRail also improves safety with anti-drop safety check valves, load sensing and flow sharing. A double cab allows space for a second crew member when accessing the job on rails. The cab also has windows on all sides and a lowheight hood behind the cab, providing operators with 360degree direct visibility.

Mecalac presents the 216MRail in a user-friendly package. The 7-in. color display monitors are easy to read and configured to provide useful data in real-time. Driver-assistance functions, such as rail mode, are available with a simple switch.

Other optional features include:

• A pneumatic braking system for rail trailer and rail car brakes

• An automatic hook for towing

“Our 216MRail is game-changing for the rail industry,” Bigwood said. “It’s a compact machine that can accomplish everything necessary for heavy-duty projects, while maintaining a level of simplicity and ease of use.”

The 216MRail is the largest in Mecalac’s series of dedicated rail excavators, including the 106MRail, 136MRail and 156MRail. The manufacturer builds the MRail series to meet all railway needs from routine maintenance to constructing new tracks.

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

Hamm,

Asphalt Rollers, Leeboy Paver.

2. LIVE: Friday, August 18: CENTRAL SQUARE (Syracuse), NEW YORK: Complete Liquidation to Settle Estate. Late Model Construction & Utility Equipment. (2)PutzmeisterConcreteTrucks,TruckTractors,DumpTrucks,Service&PickupTrucks, Detachable, Dump & Tagalong Trailers, Large Quantity Concrete Forms, Attachments, Support. Only The Best.

3. LIVE: Wednesday, August 23: SAN ANGELO, TEXAS: Job Completion. Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahern Rentals. All Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerials, Forklifts,TruckTractors,AllTypes of OtherTrucks andTrailers, Large Quantity Kubota, John Deere Four-Wheelers,Attachments and Support.

4. ONLINE: Thursday, August 24: 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.

5. LIVE: Friday, August 25: ROCHESTER, NEW YORK: Retirement Auction. Complete Liquidation of General & Paving Contractor. Late Model Equipment (Primarily Cat), Late Model Dump Trucks, Pickups, Snow Equipment Accessories and Support.

6. LIVE: Wednesday, August 30: PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY: 1 Owner Major Job Completion of Several Jobs (The Best of the Best). Very Late Model Demolition, Construction Equipment Late Model Trucks, Demolition Trailers and Attachments.

EARLY HIGHLIGHTS: 2021-(2)2019-(2)2016 Peterbilt 389(t/a, heavy spec), Plus Service, Lube, Rolloff & Water Trucks, Mack Garbage Truck, Several Late Model Pickups and Flatbeds, (2)2018 Kruz Demo Trailers, (5)2021 Coras Dump Trailers, Talbert 50-T(tri.) Detachable, Eager Beaver 20-T Tagalong, (2)Emergency Cargo Trailers, 2016 Doosan DX350 High Reach, (2)2019 Volvo Volvo EC350LC, 2020 Volvo ECR58D, 2021-2016 Doosan DX350, 2018 Doosan DX140, (2)2019 JD 310SL(4x4), (2)2018 JD 318D, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Generators, Large Quantity Shears, Grapples, Hammers and Buckets.

7. TIMED: Closes - Wednesday, August 30, Opens - Friday, August 18: TALLAPOOSA, GEORGIA: Part 2 ofAcquisition ofAhern Rentals. Selling Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerials, Forklifts, Skid Steers, Accessories, Trucks of All Kinds, Trailers and more..

8. TIMED: Closes - Monday, September 4, Opens - Monday, August 28: SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA: AcquisitionAuction. Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Pipe Benders, Large Water Pumps,Air Compressors, Generators, Heaters, Light Towers, Power Units, Welders, Excavators, Forklifts, Plus Support Including Reversible PlateTampers,TorqueWrenches, ImpactWrenches, Utility Vehicles, Skid SteerAttachments.

9. LIVE: Wednesday, September 6: FT. WORTH, TEXAS: Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahern Rentals. Selling Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerials, Forklifts, Skid Steers,Accessories, Trucks ofAll Kinds, Trailers and more.

10. LIVE: Thursday, September 7: HOUSTON, TEXAS: Day 2. Part 2 Acquisition ofAhern Rentals. 2-DayAuction. Selling Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment,Aerials,Forklifts,SkidSteers,Accessories,TrucksofAllKinds,Trailersand more.

11. LIVE: Saturday, September 9: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Very Large, Late Model Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts Trucks and Trailers Rental EquipmentAuction.

12,13,14. LIVE: Wednesday, September 13: LIVE: Thursday, September 14: TIMED: Friday, September 15: ASHTABULA, OHIO: Late Model Aggregate, Construction & Recycling Equipment, All Types of Trucks: Rolloff, Dump, Service & Pickup, Various Trailers, Very LargeAmount of Steel Plates, Support andAccessories.

15. LIVE: Wednesday, September 20: AUSTIN, TEXAS: One-of-A-Kind Auction. CompleteSpread(36)LateModelFreightliner,WesternStar7-AxleSuperDumpTrucks, (10)Freightliner 0 to 10,000 miles, Majority 2020-2022 All Very Low Miles in Tip-Top Condition,All Sell with Extended Warranty.

16. 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.

17. LIVE: Saturday, September 23: FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY: Consolidation Auction.1OwnerofAllTypesofTrucks,ConstructionEquipment,Support,Accessories and Scrap Containers.

18. LIVE: Thursday, September 28: SARDIS, OHIO: Very Large Job Completion Auction. Primarily Cat & Komatsu Construction Equipment,Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Late Model Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, Service Trucks, Pickups,Attachments and Support.

19. TIMED: Closes - Friday, September 29, Opens - Friday, September 15: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahern Rentals. Selling Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerials, Forklifts, Skid Steers, Accessories, Trucks of All Kinds, Trailers and more.

20. LIVE: Saturday, September 30: ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY: Late Model Rental Fleet Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Fork Lifts, Trucks & Trailers,Attachments, Support and more.

21. TIMED: Closes - Tuesday, October 3, Opens - Saturday, September 23: HOUSTON, TEXAS: BankruptcyAuction. Construction Equipment of all Kinds.

22. LIVE: Thursday, October 5: CENTRAL SQUARE (Syracuse), NEW YORK: Beautiful 6.5 Acre with Shop & Office Facility, 3 Separate Parcels with 2 Houses sold by ManasseAuctions. Plus SmallAmount of Support Equipment. (Very Fancy)

23. TIMED: Closes - Thursday, October 5, Opens - Friday, September 22: ST. LOUIS MISSOURI: EstateAuction of Farm Machinery,Ag Tractors, Trucks, Trailers, Special Virtually New Kubota Round Baler 4x5 with Wrap.

24. LIVE: Friday, October 6: ATKINSON, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Rental Returns of Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, Pickup Trucks, Trailers,Attachments and Support.

25.

LIVE: Saturday, October 7: CAPE COD (Plymouth), MASSACHUSETTS: Late Model Snow & Construction Equipment, Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Tractor Loader Backhoes, Snow Trucks, Snow Plows, Snow Blades Attachments, Trailers and more.

26. LIVE: Wednesday, October 18: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Large Federal Bankruptcy of a Land Clearing and General Contractor. Very Nice Equipment.

27. LIVE: Thursday, October 19: PITTSBURGH (Acme), PENNSYLVANIA:

Late Model Rental Returns of Primarily Cat, Komatsu, John Deere Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Utility Equipment, Dump Trucks, Service Trucks, Pickup Trucks, Truck Tractors and Trailers.

28. LIVE: Saturday, October 21: GROVELAND, MASSACHUSETTS: 43 Years in Business. Construction Equipment, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, All Types of Service and Pickup and Stake Trucks, Large Quantity of Support.

29. TIMED: Closes - Sunday, October 22,, Opens - Saturday, October 7: GROVELAND, MASSACHUSETTS: Very Large Quantity of Support. 43 Years of it. Enormous Amount of all Brands of Manuals and Large Quantity of Different Styles of Aggregate.

30. LIVE: Saturday, November 11: LOCKPORT (Niagara Falls), NEW YORK: Annual Niagara Frontier Sales Auction. Authorized Ford/New Holland Dealership. Featuring Later ModelAgricultural and Construction Equipment, Support,Attachments, Trucks and Trailers.

31. TIMED: Closes - Saturday, November 25, Opens - Wednesday, November 15: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Late Model Construction Equipment, Aerials, Utility Equipment, New & Used Support,Attachments,All Types of Trucks and Trailers.

32. LIVE: Friday, December 29: GREENWICH (Albany), NEW YORK: Late Model Construction,Agricultural, Utility Equipment,Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Skid Steers, All Types of Trucks & Trailers,Attachments & Support. NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED

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

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

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

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

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

38. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Rental ReturnsAuction. 1 Major Rental Fleet of Construction, Utility Equipment,Aerial Lifts, Support &Attachments.

39. MONTREAL, CANADA: Rental Returns of Cat, Komatsu, John Deere Construction Equipment, Trucks and Trailers.

40. PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA: Major Rental Construction, Utility Equipment,Aerial LiftAuction. CrawlerTractors, RubberTired Loaders,Tractor Loader Backhoes, Skid Steers,Aerial Lifts, Trucks, Trailers, Support Equipment.

41. SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Rental Returns of Construction & Utility Equipment, Plus Beautiful Piece of Real Estate with Large Building.

MECALAC from page 40

Mecalac’s 216MRail is a dedicated compact railroad excavator for heavy-duty railway construction and maintenance tasks.

New Business Volume Rises Six PercentYear-Over-Year

FINANCING from page 1

business volume was up 1.9 percent compared to 2022. The ELF Foundation’s Monthly Confidence Index in July, at 46.4, marks an increase from the June index of 44.1.

“The second quarter concludes on an optimistic note,” said Ralph Petta, ELFA president.

Respondents reported strong business performance coupled with a positive outlook for the short-term future of the industry, he added. “As inflation continues to decelerate, the equipment finance market enters the second half of the year in fine shape.”

Anthony Sasso, with TD Equipment Finance, believes the equipment finance industry has stayed strong.

“The industry has remained resilient through one of the most turbulent periods in recent economic history,” said Sasso. “Despite economic headwinds, like high interest rates, the sector continues to see opportunities for growth and innovation.”

He said the year-over-year increase in overall new business volume is consistent with what his company has seen.

“Customers across many sectors continue to look for financing solutions to help them acquire equipment to keep up with demand.”

Banner Year in Finance

In fact, ELFAreported in July that new business increased more than 6.5 percent last year. The association’s Survey of EquipmentFinanceActivity(SEFA)sawahigherincreaseof 7.4 percent in 2021. The annual survey found that after the pandemic rebound, 75 percent of survey respondents saw an increase in volume in 2022.

Federal reserve interest rate hikes caused the cost of funds to jump 211 basis points over the year.

“Managing this cost increase will be a major emphasis as finance companies make their way through the higher interest rate climate,” noted the association.

Construction machinery was among the top five most financed equipment, along with transportation, agriculture, IT and industry/manufacturing. The construction sector was among the top five end-user industries contributing the largest share of new business, as well.

The survey found that credit approvals increased year over year, but the percentage of booked approvals declined slightly.

ELFA reports that the number of applications dropped but the dollar volume increased, a symptom of inflation. Reporting on its 2023 construction industry forecast, Wells Fargo noted “cautious optimism” from nonresidential contractors and distributors.

Top concerns include the availability of skilled workers, rising interest rates, economic uncertainty and sup-

ply chain disruptions.

Despite the economic challenges of 2022, the non-residential construction industry maintains a hopeful longterm outlook for 2023.

“Economic uncertainty and increasing interest rates are two primary concerns for construction executives,” said James Heron, Wells Fargo Equipment Finance Construction Group. “Despite market variables, the optimism reflected confirms industry leaders maintain a deep-seated belief in economic recovery.”

Cautious Optimism Rules

The economic environment has caused a divide in perspective and expectation among executives, according to the survey. Those who feel that non-residential construction will remain at current levels also expect activity will begin to increase in 2024 or later.

“However, those who do not believe non-residential construction will remain at current levels foresee a decrease in 2023.”

Among top risks, concerns and

Strong business performance and a positive outlook for the short-term future of the finance industry bodes well for the construction sector.

Inflation continues to decelerate, which puts the equipment finance market in great shape for the second half of the year.

Expert Offers Tip On Financing Construction Equipment

FINANCING from page 102

opportunities, executives are concerned about workforce, the economy, interest rates and the supply chain.

“Inflation has impacted more than 82 percent of surveyed businesses,” reports Wells Fargo. “Increased material cost has impacted profitability for more than 59 percent of businesses surveyed.”

More than 50 percent of contractors expect to rent heavy equipment at the same pace. The survey found that equipment purchases will be contingent on a stronger backlog of jobs and lower costs. Distributors report continuing to rent the same or more equipment now than a year ago and continue to utilize 70 percent of their fleet.

Equipment Financing 101

Thinking of growing your fleet? There are basics you should know about financing or leasing when you’re ready for your next purchase.

The financing process may be easier than you think, according to construction materials supplier White Cap.

“Financing provides construction companies the opportunity to acquire equipment when paying outright is not an option,” said Randy Hall of the company’s resource center.

Depending on your credit, 100 percent loaning financing may be an option. Otherwise, you may have to make a down payment. As with leasing a vehicle, you pay monthly and at the end of the lease period, you either pay the remaining balance or end your lease. Either way, it’s an ideal path to acquiring the equipment you need for your job without the upfront costs, said Hall.

“In today’s uncertain economy, borrowing the money to pay for equipment helps keep your cash on hand and available when needed.”

He noted there is a difference between heavy equipment loans and regular equipment financing. For larger loans, some lenders will look at your credit score, business cash

flow and the amount of your potential down payment. General rules indicate that if you have been in business for at least one year and have decent credit, you will qualify for a loan. With less than decent credit, you may have to provide a down payment and will likely pay a higher interest rate.

“However, equipment loans are not hard to qualify for, and the equipment itself acts as collateral,” said Hall.

If leasing is your preference, you can get new equipment for a period of time and pay monthly. At the end of the lease, you must purchase the equipment, renew your lease (perhaps with an even newer model), or return the machinery.

“You are essentially renting your equipment,” said Hall. “Leasing is a good option if the equipment you seek becomes outdated or obsolete quickly.”

It’s a practical choice, too, if you only need the equipment for a particular timeframe or specific long-term job. Banks offer these loans, as do online lenders, and the process for each is different. It is recommended you shop around for good rates.

The lender will set the repayment terms and interest rates, Hall said, and generally, rates range from 8 percent to 30 percent.

In terms of tax deductions, the IRS allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment financed during the tax year.

So, “if you buy or lease equipment, large or small, you can deduct the full purchase price from your gross income in the first year.”

You can instead choose to deduct a certain portion up front and depreciate the balance over subsequent years, he said.

“Remarkably, it is one of the few small business incentives from the federal government.”

If your business does not qualify for the Section 179 deduction, you still have options. You may write off the loan or lease payments as a business expense or depreciate the equipment on your taxes, said Hall.

“One the biggest misconceptions is that leasing or financ-

ing your equipment excludes you from tax savings,” he added.

However, using a $1 purchase option lease or an agreement allowing installments over several years, you can deduct 100 percent of the purchase price in the tax year in which the equipment begins service.

“Always be sure to consult your tax adviser to determine if you qualify for tax breaks,” said Hall.

Hall’s five best tips for financing construction equipment start with identifying your equipment needs.

“If a piece of equipment will accelerate the pace of your project or benefit your business in the long run, but you can’t afford to pay for it, consider a loan.”

Second, understand your financing options. One option is to lease the equipment and pay it off at the end of the lease or upgrade to a newer model.

You may opt instead to pull the trigger and make the purchase. “Many loans don’t even require adown payment,” said Hall.

Number three, know the financing terms, including collateral, term length and interest rates. For instance, the lender often uses the equipment itself as the collateral. They’ll take back the equipment if you default on the loan. Term lengths vary depending on the lender, and interest rates are dependent on your credit history.

Fourth, determine your best option. If you want new equipment every few years, said Hall, leasing might be the right scenario for you.

“You can renew your lease and get into something newer. Of course, most heavy-duty equipment is built to last.”

That’s why if you decided to purchase something you can use on jobs over time, it’s best to consider the loan route.

“After you finish making your monthly payments, that’s your equipment,” said Hall.

Finally, rule number five is to use the IRS’s Section 179 Deduction to deduct the full purchase price of the equipment during the first year.  CEG

The equipment finance industry reports that new business volume rose by 6 percent from June 2022 to June 2023.

Kreis Returns to Ritchie Bros. as Regional Sales Director

Ritchie Bros. has appointed Dave Kreis to the position of sales director of the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast and Great Lakes regions.

In this role, Kreis will be overseeing all of the sales at the company’s Northeast Maryland; North Franklin, Conn.; Chicago, Ill.; and Columbus, Ohio, auction sites as well as assets consigned and sold on IronPlanet.

Kreis brings with him a wealth of experienceintheconstructionequipment industry, including 12 years in the auction business and 20 years managing construction equipment dealershipsandisexcitedtoreturnto Ritchie Bros. after a stint as general manager of an equipment dealership in New York State.

“It’s an exciting time at Ritchie Bros. as they continue to expand their reach and scope across the world and offer their customers an ever-broadening base of potential buyers,” he said.  CEG

Ritchie Bros. photo Dave Kreis will be overseeing all of the sales at the company’s Northeast Maryland; North Franklin, Conn.; Chicago, Ill.; and Columbus, Ohio, auction sites as well as assets consigned and sold on IronPlanet.

Business Calendar

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

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

Address: 224 W. Central Parkway, Suite 1024 Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)

AGC Events Calendar:

All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.

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

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

ONLINE/VIRTUAL

Training/Professional Development

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

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

ONLINE, VIRTUAL

Training/Professional Development

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

Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 – 8:00 AM to Friday, September 29, 2023 – 3:30 PM Arlington, Virginia Safety and Health

For Further information, contact AGC: Phone: 703/548-3118 Email: info@agc.org

AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA)

PWX Public Works Expo 2023

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

Dates:August 27 – 30, 2023

Place:San Diego Convention Center

111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Description: With new education formats, new innovations and technologies, and more networking opportunities than ever before, APWA’s newly branded PWX Conference provides attendees with a fantastic learning environment, no matter their level of Public Works experience.

PWX provides a first-class multi-modal learning experience designed for professionals at all levels and across the entire spectrum of Public Works. Come prepared to see, hear, touch, and discuss in a variety of traditional and interactive sessions, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees can also spend time on North America’s largest exhibit floor for Public Works equipment and services – we’ve carved out generous portions of non-compete time, so you don’t miss any sessions. Kick tires, talk about technology or get the scoop on new products. To take advantage of everything PWX has to offer with more than 5,000 Public Works colleagues from North America and beyond, meet us in San Diego!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SCRAP EXPO - A Live Demonstration Event!

Place:Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville, KENTUCKY

Dates:September 12 – 13, 2023

Registration is now open for Scrap Expo!

The industry’s first live demonstration event, Scrap Expo, is BACK, returning to Louisville, Kentucky! Taking place September 12 – 13, 2023, this one-of-a-kind event officially has opened registration. Register today and take advantage of super early bird registration rates!

Scrap Expo is a unique event designed especially for scrap metal dealers and processors, auto dismantlers and others handling and preparing ferrous and nonferrous scrap.

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

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

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scrap in real time!

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

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

For more information on this Event, Email: conference@gie.net.

Phone: 216/393-0300 and Phone: 216/525-0515.

ASSOCIATED

EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS (AED)

Advanced Sales Management Seminar

Dates:September 13 – 14, 2023

Place:Doubletree Hotel O’Hare Rosemont Rosemont, IL

Sales Management is a powerful blend of mindset and behaviors built on a solid track record of executing the fundamentals. The best sales managers grow to be true leaders with new proficiencies and talents. Being a high-impact and courageous sales leader brings a new level of awareness, skill, and ability to execute the responsibilities of leading and developing a sales team. In this two-day seminar, you will learn new and essential skills necessary to be a successful and productive sales leader. This seminar will introduce critical advanced topics. This exciting and thought-provoking seminar is perfect for sales managers who have been in the position for a few years and are looking to elevate and expand their skill set. It is for those looking to progress from being a sales manager to an effective sales leader. Attendees will learn through an exciting mix of hands-on, lecture, and role-play exercises. Save now and register early!

Join AED and GET INVOLVED!

With our growing network of companies and organizations working together to advance the success of the Equipment Distribution Industry. For more information, contact AED at 650 E. Algonquin Road, Ste. 305, Schaumburg, IL 60173 Phone: 630/574-0650 Email: help@aednet.org

FARM SCIENCE REVIEW

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

Dates:September 19 – 21, 2023

PlaceThe Molly Caren Agricultural Center (MCAC) London, Ohio

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

. Comprehensive field demonstrations each day of the show.

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

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

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

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

125+ Years of Building Momentum

Times will always change. The industry will always change. AEM will always be moving manufacturers forward.

THE UTILITY EXPO www.theutilityexpo.com

DATES: SEPTEMBER 26 – 28, 2023

PLACE:KENTUCKY EXPOSITION CENTER 937 Phillips Lane Louisville, KY 40209

Phone:800/867-6060

Description:

The Utility Expo is the largest event for utility professionals and construction contractors seeking comprehensive insights into the latest industry technologies, innovations, and trends. This all-inclusive trade exhibition highlights every facet of the utility industry, from improved productivity to enhanced safety to increased efficiency. We connect attendees with new ideas, new solutions, and new products from the world’s best and most innovative manufacturers. All while providing hands-on demonstrations and one-on-one communication that let everyone return to their organization more confident, more intelligent, and more prepared for wherever the industry goes next. See the show in action! You do not want to miss this!

For more information, contact:

Association of Equipment Manufacturers, 6737 W. Washington Street, Ste. #2400, Milwaukee, WI 53214

Phone: (414) 272-0943

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