The current $150 million project embraces a little bit of everything from bridge rebuilding to paving to tunnel repair to river embankment work to utility relocations.
By Chuck MacDonald CEG CORRESPONDENT
Like building a road through a giant beehive, PennDOT, design partner Benesch and contractors like Buckley Construction are repairing aging infrastructure in central Philadelphia.
The work is being done in a hornet’s nest of daily activity in Center City and nearby, which includes famous universities like Ivy League school Penn, engineering powerhouse Drexel, along with the former U.S. Post Office Main Branch (now home to the IRS), and the iconic 30th Street Railway Station, one of the busiest in the country.
The PennDOT team is aware of this busy chunk of the city and the necessity of keeping the infrastructure safe and functioning well. The current $150 million project, the last of four major PennDOT bridge projects in the area, embraces a
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By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
Credentials and certifications are common these days in the construction industry. From OSHA training to crane operator certification, these titles are seen as differentiators, proof that a craft worker has the competence, skills and knowledge an employer can trust.
Until recently, though, nobody has asked what the construction workers themselves think of credentials. NCCER completed a widespread, in-depth study of the construction workforce to get their thoughts.
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The construction industry supports workforce credentialing. So does the workforce itself. An NCCER credentials survey found that craft workers favor attaining credentials, such as licenses and certificates.
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CLEVELAND BROTHERS OPENS NEW FACILITY IN MILESBURG, PA.
The 33,000-sq.-ft. location brings together sales, parts, service and rental operations for both the construction and power and energy divisions in one central location.
12 CORE EQUIPMENT GROUP STRENGTHENS LEADERSHIP TEAM
Core Equipment Group continues to build its executive leadership team with the appointment of Michael (Mike) Lippenholz as chief financial officer, following the recent appointment of John Groff as chief executive officer.
14 GEORGE & SWEDE’S MICHAEL ‘MIKE’ DOYLE PASSES AWAY, 77
As president of George & Swede Sales and Service in Pavilion, N.Y., Mr. Doyle built one of the region’s most respected equipment dealerships and became a familiar face to contractors, manufacturers, dealers and equipment professionals.
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‘SMART’ EQUIPMENT BRINGS BOTH BRAWN, BRAINS TO JOB SITES
Construction equipment is no longer just about providing the brawn crews need to get work done. Today’s equipment also has the brains to help crews work more efficiently and safely.
18 JESCO HOLDS ‘PAVE THE WAY’ EVENT IN SOUTH PLAINFIELD, N.J.
JESCO welcomed customers, contractors and municipalities to its “Pave the Way” event on June 12, 2026, at its South Plainfield facility, offering attendees a hands-on look at the latest paving equipment and technology.
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30 KOMATSU CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW PEORIA FACILITY
Komatsu celebrated the grand opening of its new office building and Customer Experience Center in Peoria, Ill., with an event that included a ceremonial tree planting to mark the company’s continued investment in the region.
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Link-Belt Excavator Company hosted an event to honor individuals and organizations supporting breast cancer awareness. During the event, donations were presented to National Breast Cancer Foundation and Yes, Mamm!
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Timpte Inc. of David City, Neb., announced the continued expansion of its Timpte Equipment Trailer business, providing customers with premium all-aluminum trailer solutions designed for work, recreation and everything in between.
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Cleveland Brothers Opens New Facility in Milesburg, Pa.
Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co. Inc., a family-owned company and the exclusive Cat dealer of western, central and northeastern Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia and western Maryland, has officially opened the doors of its new state-of-the-art facility in Milesburg, Pa.
The 33,000-sq.-ft. location brings together sales, parts, service and rental operations for both the construction and power and energy divisions in one central location, uniting the company’s State College and existing Milesburg operations under one roof. With the opening of the new facility, customer-facing operations previously supported in State College have transitioned to Milesburg, and customerfacing parts and hose operations in Bellefonte will conclude on July 6.
The new branch is located at 1025 North Eagle Valley Road, Howard, Pa., offering direct access to I-80 and the I-99 corridor. This strategic location allows Cleveland Brothers to support customers with improved logistics, efficient service response and enhanced access to key regional markets, according to the company.
“Opening this new facility is an important step forward for Cleveland Brothers,” said TJ Cleveland, vice president of product support. “By bringing our State College and Milesburg teams and services together, we’re making it easier for our customers in central Pennsylvania to get the support they need as quickly and efficiently as possible.”
The new branch is located at 1025 North Eagle Valley Road, Howard, Pa., offering direct access to I-80 and the I-99 corridor.
designed to support industries that rely on heavy equipment operating at high capacity, including quarries, landfills and forestry operations. By bringing sales, parts, service and rental operations together in one location, the facility streamlines workflows and strengthens the company’s ability to deliver efficient, end-to-end support.
This investment reflects the company’s broader commitment to modernizing and strengthening its presence across the region.
(L-R): Paul Robinson, service manager; Tommy Kirchhoff, rental growth manager; TJ Cleveland, vice president of product support; and Jennifer Bloom, service supervisor, all of Cleveland Brothers, are excited about the new 33,000-sq.-ft. facility in Milesburg, Pa.
“The Milesburg facility represents more than just a new location. It marks a meaningful step forward for Cleveland Brothers and offers a glimpse into the next generation of our operations,” said Thomas Kirchhoff, rental growth
With the opening of the new facility, customer-facing operations previously supported in State College have transitioned to Milesburg, and customer-facing parts and hose operations in Bellefonte will
The 33,000-sq.-ft. location brings together sales, parts, service and rental operations for both the construction and power and energy divisions in one central location, uniting the company’s State College and existing Milesburg operations under one roof.
This strategic location allows Cleveland Brothers to support customers with improved logistics, efficient service response and enhanced access to key regional markets, according to the company.
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Core Equipment Group, a full-service heavy construction equipment dealership serving New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and the greater Philadelphia market, continues to build its executive leadership team with the appointment of Michael (Mike) Lippenholz as chief financial officer, following the recent appointment of John Groff as chief executive officer.
The leadership additions come as Core Equipment Group advances its long-term growth strategy following its formation in February 2026, when LB Advisors LLC, a Santa Monica, Calif.-based private equity firm, acquired the assets and employees of GT Mid Atlantic LLC to create a strengthened, independently operated dealership platform anchored by its status as an authorized dealer for CASE Construction Equipment.
Groff brings more than 25 years of progressive leadership experience in the heavy equipment dealership industry, positioning Core Equipment Group for operational stability and accelerated growth across the Mid-Atlantic region.
As CEO, Groff oversees all aspects of Core Equipment Group’s operations across its eight locations, with responsibility for executing the company’s long-term growth strategy and strengthening relationships with OEM partners, customers and employees throughout the region.
According to the company, Groff is a proven CEO and senior executive with a distinguished track record in the construction equipment market, bringing deep expertise in managing complex OEM partnerships and driving operational excellence across multi-location dealership organizations. His appointment reflects Core Equipment Group’s commitment to assembling a best-in-class leadership team capable of delivering on its long-term vision.
“This is a tremendous opportunity to build something exceptional in the Mid-Atlantic market,” Groff said. “We have the right ownership, the right brand partners and the right team to deliver a level of service and expertise that construction professionals in this region deserve.”
Further strengthening that leadership team, Core Equipment Group announced the appointment of Lippenholz as chief financial officer.
He brings more than 25 years of experience in financial leadership, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, legal affairs and business transformation. Throughout his career, he has helped organizations improve profitability, strengthen financial performance, secure financing and successfully navigate complex transactions and growth initiatives, according to the company.
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Core Equipment recently named Mike Lippenholz (L) as new chief financial officer and John Groff as its new CEO.
Mike Lippenholz brings more than 25 years of experience to Core Equipment in financial leadership, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, legal affairs and business transformation.
he served as chief financial officer of Globe Pequot Publishing Group, a leading independent publishing and distribution company with more than $100 million in annual revenue. His diverse background also includes leadership roles in consulting, forensic accounting, restructuring and legal services. As both a certified public accountant and attorney, Lippenholz offers a unique combination of financial, operational and legal expertise that will support the company’s continued growth and long-term success, the company said.
As CFO, Lippenholz will oversee all financial operations, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury management, banking and lender relationships, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, risk management and strategic
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“Mike’s [Lippenholz] extensive experience in financial leadership, business operations, banking relationships and strategic transactions makes him an outstanding addition to our executive team,” said Groff. “As we continue building a strong foundation for future growth, Mike’s expertise and leadership will play a critical role in helping us achieve our goals while delivering exceptional value to our customers, employees and business partners.”
“I am excited to join Core Equipment Group during this important stage of the company’s evolution,” said Lippenholz. “The organization has a strong reputation, talented employees and significant
opportunities ahead. I look forward to working with the leadership team to support sustainable growth, operational excellence and long-term success.”
The appointments of Groff and Lippenholz reflect a deliberate strategy by LB Advisors to pair its financial backing with experienced operating and financial leadership. Harald Ludwig and Russell Belinsky, co-founders of LB Advisors, have expressed strong confidence in the executive team’s ability to guide the organization through its next phase of stability, growth and value creation.
Headquartered in Essex, Md., Core Equipment Group serves customers throughout New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and the Philadelphia market. Since 1958, the company and its predecessor organizations have been leaders in the Mid-Atlantic construction equipment industry. Core operates eight locations providing sales, service, rental and parts support for new and used construction equipment.
Led by CASE Construction Equipment, Core Equipment Group represents a comprehensive lineup of manufacturers including Liebherr, Etnyre/BearCat, Sakai, Astec (Roadtec, Carlson and Peterson) and Midland Manufacturing, among others.
LB Advisors LLC is a private equity firm focused on recapitalizations, special situations and acquisitions of small and middle-market companies. The firm invests in businesses with revenues of $15 million to $100 million across a broad range of industries, including industrials, specialty manufacturing, value-added distribution, aviation and business services. (All photos courtesy of Core Equipment Group.)
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George & Swede’s Michael ‘Mike’ Doyle Passes Away, 77
The construction equipment industry lost one of its most recognizable and respected figures on June 9, 2026, with the passing of Michael “Mike” Doyle at the age of 77.
As president of George & Swede Sales and Service in Pavilion, N.Y., Mr. Doyle built one of the region’s most respected equipment dealerships and became a familiar face to contractors, manufacturers, dealers and equipment professionals throughout the Northeast.
During a career spanning more than five decades, he earned a reputation not only as a successful businessman but as a mentor, historian, storyteller and friend whose knowledge of equipment and love of the industry were second to none.
Whether attending an equipment auction, visiting a job site, walking the floor at ConExpo or participating in an AED convention, Mr. Doyle was rarely overlooked. He possessed a unique combination of business savvy, equipment expertise and charisma that left a lasting impression on virtually everyone he met.
Born in Auburn, N.Y., to Joseph and Matilda (Sawchuck) Doyle, Mr. Doyle spent his early years in Romulus and graduated from Mynderse Academy in 1967. After attending Auburn Community College, he entered the construction equipment business, embarking on a career that would ultimately define much of his life.
Mr. Doyle often spoke proudly of the various jobs he held during his younger years, crediting those experiences with providing the practical knowledge and work ethic that helped him become successful. Over time, he built George & Swede Sales and Service into a respected dealership serving contractors and municipalities throughout New York and beyond.
His entrepreneurial spirit extended far beyond the dealership. In addition to leading George & Swede, he owned Doyle Helicopter LLC, co-owned 7 Springs Gravel and pursued numerous ventures involving commercial real estate, classic automobiles and other business opportunities.
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Mr. Doyle was usually interested.
Yet those who knew him best said his greatest legacy wasn’t measured by the businesses he owned or the equipment he sold. It was measured by the relationships he built and the people he helped along the way.
Few people witnessed that impact more closely than Greg Newell, president of George & Swede Sales and Service, who worked alongside Mr. Doyle for more than 25 years.
“I had the privilege of working with Mike for 25 years,” said Newell. “I truly enjoyed his friendship and mentorship. Never forget all the memories over the years. Anyone who knew Mike knows there are many stories.”
One of Newell’s favorite memories perfectly captures Mr.
As president of George & Swede Sales and Service in Pavilion, N.Y., Mr. Doyle built one of the region’s most respected equipment dealerships and became a familiar face to contractors, manufacturers, dealers and equipment professionals throughout the Northeast.
“Some knew Mike from a social or business perspective. I was fortunate to know him in both for more than 30 years.
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Doyle’s ability to blend business and enjoyment.
“About 20 years ago or so we wanted to head down to Atlantic City for a three-day equipment auction,” said Newell. “As Mike liked to party, he didn’t want to drive or take a vehicle. We were also taking a customer with us. So, Mike decided to hire a limo to take us from Pavilion, N.Y., to Atlantic City. He paid for the limo and the driver’s room. It was the longest limo ride I ever took.
“As the limo driver partied a little bit too much himself, we had to take turns driving the limo back ourselves,” added Newwll. “So, we ended up driving anyway, but what a trip. He did buy a Trojan wheel loader at the auction, sold it and ended up making money on the trip. He was a master at mixing business with pleasure. One of the best I knew.”
While the story is humorous, Newell said it reflects many of
the qualities that made Mr. Doyle unique.
“He had a very generous personality, always happy to see each other in the morning,” said Newell. “He took me under his wing right from the beginning and made me feel very welcome.”
According to Newell, many of Mr. Doyle’s customers eventually became close friends.
“Some knew Mike from a social or business perspective,” he said. “I was fortunate to know him in both for more than 30 years. He treated customers as they were friends and because of that many of them had become close over the years.”
Even after Mr. Doyle retired and sold the dealership, his passion for the industry never faded.
“After his retirement, we kept in contact with each other,” said Newell. “We spoke often, even on a weekly basis. He always seemed very happy to hear the dealership was doing well and never seemed
traveling together became an education in equipment and life.
“Those trips taught me a great deal about construction equipment, but more importantly, they showed me Mike’s passion for the industry,” said Radka. “He had a remarkable knowledge of equipment and a genuine love for what he did.”
Although Radka eventually left the construction equipment business, the friendship endured for decades.
“For the next 40 years, we called each other every month to catch up, share stories and stay connected,” he said. “I will miss those conversations and those monthly catch-ups more than words can say.”
to have regrets on selling when he did. I would continue to pick his brain on certain customers and business deals I had going on; he was always interested in helping or offering advice. I will miss talking with him and the conversations we had.”
Mr. Doyle’s remarkable knowledge of equipment was legendary among those who worked with him.
Gary Radka remembers arriving at the Trojan factory retail sales outlet with very little knowledge of the construction equipment business when Mr. Doyle hired him as a salesperson.
“He traveled with me a lot in the beginning, and while driving around we would play a game,” said Radka. “I would pick a random piece of equipment from a used equipment magazine, read him the specifications, and he would guess the price.”
What impressed Radka was how often Mr. Doyle was right.
“It was uncanny how close he would come — from a nonmotorized sheepsfoot roller to large mining equipment. Many times, he would guess the exact price.”
The lessons didn’t stop there.
“He also always had an opinion,” said Radka. “He might say, ‘I’d take the one with the Detroit 71/92 over that Cummins 555. The Detroit is loud and will smoke a lot, but you can’t kill ‘em.’”
Those countless miles spent
Mr. Doyle’s influence reached well beyond George & Swede and throughout the wheel loader industry, where he helped shape dealer networks and build relationships that benefited manufacturers, dealers and customers alike.
Jim Simons, former senior manager of marketing of Kawasaki and Hitachi, credited Mr. Doyle with helping grow the wheel loader business during some of the industry’s most important years.
“I was honored to be asked to eulogize my good friend and colleague Mike Doyle,” said Simons. “Mike helped build Trojan and Kawasaki wheel loaders into successful businesses. Since he knew everyone from his many years in the industry, he was a key player in putting people together to make the wheel loader industry larger and more profitable.
“Mike worked hard and played hard,” he added. “He was well liked. His endorsement helped me recruit new dealers, and his introductions to northeastern independent dealers helped make my job easier. He possessed all the tools of an outstanding salesman.
The construction industry has lost an All-Star. He will be greatly missed.”
Steve Flowers, CEO of Interstate Trailer, was among the many industry professionals who considered Mr. Doyle both a colleague and a friend.
“Certainly, another legend of the industry is gone with the passing of Mike,” said Flowers. “Never a
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Construction equipment is no longer just about providing the brawn crews need to get work done. Today’s equipment also has the brains to help crews work more efficiently and safely, taking some of the pressure off of stressed-out and oftentimes inexperienced workers.
“The amount of equipment that’s designed to be more intuitive and easier to operate, and sometimes even capable of thinking and acting on its own, continues to grow at a rapid pace,” said Dana Wuesthoff, show director of ConExpo-Con/AGG.
And it’s not just core construction machinery like excavators and wheel loaders that are being equipped with the latest smart sensors and other digital tech. Specialized equipment like pavers, support equipment like generators and safety systems like cameras and lighting are all being designed with smart features that help make crews’ lives easier.
Adapting to Changing Conditions
One challenge construction crews run into is changing jobsite conditions.
Paving contractors know this all too well.
“In working closely with paving contractors from all over the globe, we heard a consistent theme,” said Matt Michel, senior vice president of Metal Forms. “Paving contractors need a machine that will stand up to the rigorous demands of their projects, and also be capable of meeting the strict concrete consolidation specs demanded by owners.”
The problem is that many projects require different vibrator spacing and output depending on owner specifications. This is why Metal Forms has developed a roller screed that incorporates hydraulic vibrators, which Michel said makes it easy to adjust spacing. Additionally, the display allows operators to monitor vibrator output and depth as they work, helping to ensure proper consolidation.
Mobile generators, one of the unsung heroes on a construction site, also are impacted by changing jobsite conditions. Power demands vary throughout the day, which results in frequent periods when a generator isn’t running at optimum capacity. That can cause issues with the generator’s diesel engine, specifically the emissions equipment where unburned fuel can lead to carbon buildup. That can lead to increased fuel and oil consumption, and ultimately increased maintenance and downtime.
Echo Industrial Power Equipment has developed Smart Emissions Technology (S.E.T.) to combat this problem and keep jobsites humming along.
“S.E.T. adds a small electrical load to the generator during light and underloaded operating conditions,” said Ryan Fredrickson, senior product marketing manager of Echo IPE. “This assures that the generator and emission control equipment run efficiently at proper operating temperature.”
Smarter Jobsite Safety Systems
When construction crews are really feeling the pressure, it’s crucial to take a breath and reinforce the importance of following jobsite safety protocols. It’s also advantageous to give crews a helping hand by deploying some of the latest safety tech to job sites.
Vehicle safety technology is one place to start. Akvile Willmore, group marketing communications lead of Brigade Electronics, said technologies like obstacle detection systems, reversing alarms, mobile digital recorders (MDRs) and vehicle-mounted cameras help solve for three major construction site safety risks:
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• theft of vehicles, tools and fuel
Now, AI-powered cameras can even determine if vehicles and other objects are moving or stationary and can even recognize when certain obstacles happen to be human beings.
A manufacturer of emergency lighting also has been taking steps to make vehicles safer. By tying into the vehicle itself, Whelen Engineering’s CenCom Core intelligent control system understands when a vehicle is in park, how fast it’s going, whether it’s day or night, etc.
“Lighting adjustments are then made automatically based on what will be the most effective in a given situation,” said Chris Watkins, technology sales manager of Whelen Engineering. “The operator doesn’t have to fool with pressing buttons all the time. All they have to do is activate the lighting system, and automation handles the rest to keep that vehicle and those around it as safe as possible.”
That’s exactly what “smart” construction jobsite solutions are all about — improving safety and efficiency while taking some of the pressure off of workers.
JESCO Holds ‘Pave the Way’ Event in South Plainfield, N.J.
JESCO welcomed customers, contractors and municipalities to its “Pave the Way” event on June 12, 2026, at its South Plainfield facility, offering attendees a handson look at the latest paving equipment and technology.
The event featured live paving demonstrations, static equipment displays, hands-on machine experiences and special promotional offers on equipment from the Wirtgen Group, LeeBoy and other manufacturers. Attendees had the opportunity to see paving and milling equipment in action while learning about technologies designed to improve productivity and efficiency in today’s challenging market conditions.
According to JESCO President Jon Robustelli, the event marked a return to the company’s open-house format after several years.
“We haven’t done an open house in quite a few years, so we said let’s bring people in and highlight the various products that we’re invested in and that we can bring to market,”
(L-R): Gary Repke, general manager roadbuilding, JESCO; Keith Alford, shop manager of Posillico Civil; and Tom Laffert, signature account manager, JESCO, discuss this Wirtgen W 150 Fi milling machine.
Jon Robustelli (L), president of JESCO, and his son, Jonathan Robustelli, accounting intern of JESCO, take a moment for a photo in front of a Vogele paver during the event. Jonathan is
(L-R): David Smith, government sales, JESCO; Jim Harkins, territory manager, LeeBoy; Jeff Weaver, public works manager of Parsippany-Troy Hills public works; and Pat Campbell, public works operator, also of Parsippany-Troy Hills public works, all discuss this LeeBoy 5300B paver.
Irv Walling (L), supervisor of heavy equipment, and Don Holmes, supervisor of paving, both of the county of Monmouth highway department, are interested in this LeeBoy 8616D paver.
(L-R): Gregg Schwartz, territory manager, JESCO; Phil Shovlin, JCP Group, Blackwood, N.J.; Tyrone Cleveland, JCP Group; Todd Robinson, area customer support manager of Wirtgen America. Both Shovlin and Cleveland were planning to take this Wirtgen W 150 Fi back to northeast Philadelphia to begin working on speed bumps around the schools in the city.
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JESCO welcomed customers, contractors and municipalities to its “Pave the Way” event on June 12, 2026, at its South Plainfield facility.
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“People are all around, all the time,” said Chad Lavallee, Buckley’s project engineer. “Fortunately, we have worked with the stakeholders around here many times and know how to keep people safe while working in confined spaces and helping everyone carry on their normal activities.”
One of the centerpieces of the project is the historic Market Street Bridge restoration.
“It’s complicated,” Lavallee said. “One of the first steps will be for the team to make some 400 saw cuts in the concrete on the bridge using a Vermeer rock wheel and two wire saws. Then, we will use a grapple to pick up each concrete section. Other deck sections will be removed by workers hand chipping away with 30-pound hammers to preserve the historic balustrades and other decorative elements. The spandrel walls will stay in place.”
The concrete encased steel arch bridge has been used for approximately 100 years. After removing most of the concrete inner shell, workers will repair the steel bridge underneath before replacing joints and the concrete deck and sidewalks. The arch bridge deck will be reconfigured to incorporate a two-way separated bike lane over the Schuylkill River.
The Walnut Street Bridge also will be the recipient of Buckley’s work team. Located within reach of Phillies’ baseball star Kyle Schwarber’s tape-measure home runs, Buckley will work on both bridges at the same time. Workers at this bridge will repair bearings, replace expansion joints, pour latex over the concrete deck to prevent deterioration and apply fresh asphalt to the approach roadway. Walnut Street’s bike lane also will be reconfigured to include parking protection, a safety upgrade.
By carefully juggling schedules, work crews and equipment, Buckley, as the supervising contractor, is accomplishing the extraordinary on this buzzing piece of infrastructure. At the top level, the contractor and workers are keeping traffic flowing on Market and Walnut Street bridges while installing new utility ducts critical for future stages of
work. At the bottom level, underneath the Schuylkill River, workers are making repairs to the SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) tunnels. Their work includes restoring tunnel armament at the riverbed, repairing leaks in the concrete and strengthening steel supports.
One Million Visitors
Keeping their eyes on the clock and the calendar, project planners will halt their work mid-stride to make room for the guests who will be flooding into the city for the World Cup festivities in the summer. The matches will be played between June 14 and July 4, 2026, and are expected to draw approximately one million visitors to the city. The matches also will overlap the 250th birthday celebration of the United States in Philadelphia.
When roadwork resumes in fall of 2026, contractors will work on the Market Street and Schuylkill Avenue intersection bridge replacement with the Schuylkill Expressway (Interstate 76) often roaring underneath.
Due to the high traffic volumes on the interstate, PennDOT’s contract will only allow the contractor to use weekend closures with detours.
“The workers will place the bridges over five weekends, using a 350-ton crane to get the work done,” said Joe Sirignano of Benesch. “During the closures of I-76, Buckley’s team will be demolishing sections of the old bridge and inserting the new precast units into place.”
This part of the project will be complicated, requiring precision cooperation between workers, contractors and equipment. The team will be required to complete the night’s work in time to reopen for traffic on Monday mornings.
Bridge replacement over CSX tracks and the Schuylkill River Trail also are on the horizon for this project. Buckley will coordinate work with CSX to deliver precast bridge units for placement over the railroad double tracks.
“The new bridge will have more vertical space than the old bridge, allowing the possibility of CSX to run taller trains,” said Sirignano.
In addition to taking care of trains and automobiles, the
The work is being done in a hornet’s nest of daily activity in Center City and nearby.
The construction is being done in a busy section of the city, near the iconic 30th Street Railway Station, one of the busiest in the country.
PennDOT planning team and contractors will be helping bicyclers and walkers. The Schuylkill River Trail, one of the most popular in the country, parallels the river and carries college students and enthusiastic exercisers along this scenic pathway. The shared-use path will receive approximately $2 million in upgrades, including repairs of river bulkheads, staircases, and scour holes.
“We are also thankful for the city and state police as well as the Coast Guard, who will assist with managing traffic and keeping our work zones safe on the highways and in the river,” said Sirignano. CEG (All photos courtesy of PennDOT and Benesch.)
their eyes on the clock and the calendar, project planners will halt their work mid-stride to make room for the guests who will be flooding into the city for the World Cup festivities in the summer.
Like building a road through a giant beehive, PennDOT, design partner Benesch and contractors like Buckley Construction are repairing aging infrastructure in central Philadelphia.
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The stranded vessel sat lodged in the sand as tides and waves continued to push it farther ashore, creating a recovery challenge that would ultimately require specialized equipment and the cooperation of numerous individuals and organizations.
The excavator selected for the project was a Hitachi ZX210-7 equipped with an EIK amphibious undercarriage.
“The Buccaneer” shrimp boat ran aground near Crystal Beach, Texas.
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NCCER Study Shows Industry Credentials Have Impact
CREDENTIALS from page 1
The national construction training organization asked whether the workforce sees credentials as meaningful indicators of competence and career growth. NCCER wanted to know what factors influence whether an individual chooses to pursue more training and credentials.
The organization combined survey responses with in-depth interviews with craft professionals, trainees, laborers, supervisors and industry leaders.
Surveyors targeted these professionals across multiple trades, ages, roles and experience levels. One goal was to glean an understanding of how credentials function in construction careers. Another goal was to determine what role credentials play in hiring, advancement and long-term workforce development.
Yet another goal was learning the value placed on credentials by craft workers, supervisors and industry leaders.
“The results of our study offer a clear message for industry leaders: credentials remain highly valued across the construction workforce,” said NCCER. “But their impact depends heavily on how organizations support them.”
Workers view credentials “not simply as training requirements but as signals of competence, professionalism and readiness for greater responsibility.”
Learning to Adapt On the Fly
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is one of many organizations that encourage credentialing and certification.
The group believes that because the construction industry changes at a fast clip, professionals are expected to be able to adapt just as quickly to anything new.
“Professionals are continually expected to adapt to new technologies, regulations and complex project demands,” said the women’s construction group. “In this highly competitive field, obtaining the right education credentials can make a significant difference.”
In terms of career progression, job opportunities and earning potential, credentials help individuals validate their skills, believes NAWIC.
Credentials also create opportunity
for workers to enhance their professional reputation. And they set women workers apart from others in the field.
Citing NCCER, the organization said credentials showcase proven expertise, facilitate career advancement, increase job security and help develop special skills.
They also afford skilled craft workers the opportunity for higher earning potential. Those with credentials tend to earn more than those without, found NCCER.
NCCER knows credentials signal whether an employee is prepared and trained to excel at the work at hand or take on new responsibilities. In competitive hiring, companies must be able to distinguish skilled craft workers from those who are not prepared to work safely and effectively.
“Credentials provide employers with a clear way to evaluate capability when making hiring and advancement decisions,” said the organization.
In its study, NCCER found the workforce overwhelmingly views credentials as meaningful indicators of capability, particularly in hirings and promotions.
“This perception is not merely theoretical,” said NCCER in its industry report, titled, “Credentials Matter.”
Subtitled, “What the Construction Workforce Says About Skills, Training and Advancement,” the study found raises were meted based on credentialing.
What Prompts Craft Workers to Credentialing
In fact, more than one in five NCCER survey respondents reported receiving a raise or promotion specifically because of a credential they had earned.
“These findings reinforce the role credentials play as signals of competence and professionalism across the construction workforce,” said the training organization.
Craft workers see licenses and certificates as much more than “simple compliance requirements,” the survey found.
“Credentials are widely interpreted … as markers of skill, commitment to the craft and preparation for advancement.”
For employers, these markers are a tool for identifying capable employees and structuring career advancement within the workforce, noted NCCER.
“Furthermore, by offering training that results in credentials, employers can better position themselves to attract and retain a skilled workforce.”
NCCER said this was evidenced by craft professionals who spoke of loyalty to the companies investing in their success through talent development.
“While the construction workforce clearly values credentials, the decision to pursue them is often shaped by something beyond individual motivation,” it said.
see CREDENTIALS page 28
Workers view credentials as indicators of competence, professionalism and readiness for greater responsibility.
Asked what factors influence whether they pursue more training and credentials, craft workers said licenses are highly valued across the construction industry.
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Workplace Culture Influences Those Seeking Credentials
CREDENTIALS from page 26
Employer support and provision play a key role in the pursuit of additional training and credentials by craft workers. Craftsmen and women say they are willing to pursue more training when the believe their efforts will lead to meaningful career benefits.
Those benefits include job stability, achievement opportunities and higher wages.
“At the same time, the ability to pursue credentials is often influenced by practical workplace realities,” noted the NCCER study.
Those realities include training costs, schedule demands and access to training opportunities, it said.
“Our survey found that when employers actively support credential attainment, willingness to pursue additional credentials increases.”
These results, it found, suggest the workforce will more likely pursue credentials when employers make training accessible and demonstrably valuable.
“Surprisingly, covering the cost of training ranked higher than receiving a pay raise in terms of motivation,” the NCCER study found.
When employers cover the costs, craft workers are “significantly” more likely to pursue credentials. This reveals a broader reality within the construction workforce, noted NCCER. Workers are willing to invest time in skill development, but training costs are still a barrier.
prevent credential completion.”
These factors ultimately block the upgrading of knowledge and skills.
And that’s especially true when the burden of paying for the training falls on the workers alone.
“This is particularly important in the early stages of a worker’s career,” stressed the study.
That’s when access to employer-supported training can accelerate skill development, improve confidence and shorten the time to reach full productivity.
And when credentials are tied to raises, promotions or advancement, workers more likely view them as a meaningful step in professional development.
Workplace culture has a significant impact, as well, the credentials study found.
When employers see coworkers benefit from licensure, the perception that credential attainment is worth working toward and is achievable, is reinforced.
Lastly, NCCER found that “accessibility influences participation.” Survey respondents indicated flexibility plays a crucial role.
“Respondents reported a greater likelihood of pursuing credentials when training could be completed during work hours or through flexible formats,” it said. “Scheduling conflicts, limited training availability and travel requirements are barriers that delay or
Effective credentialing is supported by structured development systems.
Those structured systems will include financial support, flexible training access and clear connections between credentials and career progression.
“Simply stated, contractors should build and support a structured training and credentialing system within their organizations,” stressed the analysis.
Beyond Just a Class Here, There
The study findings suggest, said NCCER, that credentials serve a broader workforce development function.
Instead of “isolated training requirements,” credentials are seen by workers as part of “a structured pathway for advancement within the construction industry.”
NCCER believes that for contractors and industry leaders this finding is crucially important. Credentials aligned with career pathways and advancement reinforce the connection between training, skill development and long-term workforce growth.
NCCER considers one of the most revealing findings was that the workforce
does not pursue credentials primarily because they are required to.
“Instead, many pursue them because they view training and credentials as an opportunity to learn new skills and deepen their knowledge of the trade,” the study said.
When survey participants were asked why they would pursue additional credentials, the most frequent response was “I enjoy learning new things.”
This motivation, said NCCER, exceeded other drivers, including improving employability, qualifying for higher pay or pursuing promotion opportunities.
Credentials represent opportunities for workers to expand their knowledge, strengthen capabilities and prepare for more complex work, the study found. In fact, respondents frequently described licensure as part of their ongoing development. Statistical analysis confirmed that this pattern was not random.
“The distribution of responses differed significantly from what would be expected if all motivations were equally likely,” found NCCER.
It said this indicates that the emphasis on learning reflects a meaningful and measurable pattern in how craft professionals approach credentialing.
Respondents described credentials as opportunities to gain new knowledge and
stay current with industry practices. They also see licenses as a way to build confidence in their ability to perform specialized or advanced tasks, the study noted.
“In many cases, our interviews found that workers viewed credentialing as part of the natural progression of mastering their craft.”
NAWIC believes education credentials are crucial for success in the construction industry. Each level of education equips the worker with the skills and knowledge needed to advance in their career, said the women’s construction group.
“Moreover, certifications … provide specialized expertise, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.”
Because construction is a field that demands constant learning and adaptation, it said, credentials are essential to longterm career growth and success. The group encourages its members to take advantage of the resources available to invest in growth as leaders.
NCCER agrees and encourages organizations to “operationalize credentialing as part of a broader workforce development strategy.”
Those that do, it stressed, “will be better positioned to build and sustain their current and future generations of craft professionals.”
Credentials help employers clearly distinguish capability when making hiring and advancement decisions.
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Komatsu Celebrates Grand Opening of Offices, Customer Experience Center
Komatsu celebrated the grand opening of its new office building and Customer Experience Center in Peoria, Ill., with an event that included a ceremonial tree planting to mark the company’s continued investment in the region and commitment to sustainable growth.
The new facility serves as Komatsu’s Surface Haulage Headquarters and a hub for engineering, innovation, sales, manufacturing management and other functions supporting the company’s global mining business. The investment builds on Komatsu’s long-standing presence in Peoria and replaces an office building originally constructed in the 1970s, according to Komatsu.
“Peoria has long been home to some of the most talented manufacturing and engineering professionals in our industry, and this new facility reflects the important role our team plays in advancing the future of mining,” said Dan Funcannon, senior vice president, surface haulage, Komatsu. “From our work in electric-drive haulage to technologies that support low-emission mining, this site represents our commitment to creating value together with our customers, employees and community for generations to come.”
Designed for operational efficiency and environmental responsibility, the new facility supports Komatsu’s broader sustainability goals while creating a modern, collaborative workplace for employees and visitors, said the company.
According to Komatsu, the new Peoria facility creates a purpose-built environment for cross-functional teams to support the development of next-generation mining technologies and strengthen customer engagement. It also provides visitors with a dedicated space to experience
to offset 100 percent of purchased electricity, a rainwater collection system that reduces water consumption for irrigation and an approximately 100kW solar array expected to produce about 120,000kWh annually
The grand opening also highlighted the 980E-5SE, Komatsu’s largest mining truck, displayed at the entrance to Komatsu’s Peoria operations. Built in Peoria, the truck was named the 2024 “Coolest Thing Made in Illinois” in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s Makers Madness competition. The 980E-5SE features a 400-ton hauling capacity and electric-drive technology, reflecting the scale and innovation of Komatsu’s Peoria team. according to the company.
“Manufacturers make the world a better place to live every single day, and Komatsu is leading by example,” said Mark Denzler, president and CEO, Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. “Using innovative new technologies created in central Illinois, Komatsu is building large mining equipment while also reducing environmental impacts and advancing sustainability. We’re proud that Komatsu is building upon its decades-long commitment to Peoria as it serves customers across the globe.”
Komatsu is grateful to project partners such as EUA and P.J. Hoerr for their work to help make the new facility
the grand opening in Peoria.
long-term investment that shaped the new facility, the ceremonial tree planting held during the grand opening served as a symbol of Komatsu’s continued growth in Peoria and its commitment to supporting the community, employees and customers through sustainable innovation, according to the company.
(All photos courtesy of Komatsu.)
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Planting a ceremonial tree (L-R) are Mark Denzler, president and CEO, Illinois Manufacturers Association; Dan Funcannon, senior vice president, surface haulage; Peter Salditt, president, mining business and CEO, Komatsu Mining; and Nick Hart, president, P.J. Hoerr.
Hundreds Check Out Latest Paving Equipment at JESCO
It’s a good time for us to highlight the technology we have among LeeBoy, Vogele, the Wirtgen Group and John Deere and show how we can help customers be more effective and more efficient.”
Throughout the day, JESCO conducted live demonstrations of both LeeBoy and Wirtgen Group paving equipment, using millings to showcase machine capabilities. Customers also participated in some of the demonstrations, providing a firsthand look at equipment performance in realworld paving applications.
“We’re doing live demonstrations of both the Vogele and the LeeBoy paving lines,” Robustelli said. “We’ve had some customers come in and help us out, and we’ll be doing live demos throughout the day. We also have different stations set up and all the support products we sell for the paving industry as well.”
In addition to the demonstrations, attendees were introduced to a range of event-specific promotions. JESCO launched special equipment offers and manufacturer-backed incentives, including financing programs and sales promotions, designed to help contractors invest in new equipment.
“We have a lot of show specials from a product standpoint,” Robustelli said. “Some of our manufacturers also are introducing low-rate financing and different sales incentives. We said, ‘let’s run them and launch them today as well.’”
While the promotions debuted during the event, Robustelli noted that many of the offers will remain available for several weeks, giving customers additional time to take advantage of the incentives.
For JESCO, the event was about more than equipment sales. It also served as an opportunity to strengthen relationships with customers and bring members of the paving community together.
“It was just a good way to bring people together,” Robustelli said. CEG
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Patrick O’Hearn (L), operator, and Brendon Foy, senior building and grounds specialist, both of the town of Livingston public works department, enjoyed the JESCO Pave the Way event. Roy Anderson, heavy equipment operator of the county of Monmouth highway department, gets comfortable in this LeeBoy paver.
(L-R): Ryan Cathcart, Kelvin Morales, Russ Williams and Shawn Farrell, all of the Middlesex County department of public works, find some shade during the hot, humid day.
The JESCO Pave the Way event provided and excellent opportunity to check out equipment from the Wirtgen Group and more.
Dave Charest (L), equipment operator, and Owen Beukema, heavy equipment operator, both of the Burlington County highway department, are looking for deals on paving equipment.
John Pereira, product support manager, roadbuilding of JESCO, leads a demonstration of a Vogele paver during the event.
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A demonstration gets under way during the Pave the Way event June 12, 2026, in South Plainfield, N.J.
(L-R): Mike Guydish, Jayson Morgan, Ross Jean, Jason Wohlers, Don Smith, Brian Reeder, all supervisors of the Warren County road department, enjoyed spending a Friday morning at the JESCO Pave the Way event.
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The company ultimately decided to provide the use one of its specialized amphibious excavators and the transportation costs needed to get the machine to Crystal Beach.
For CLM, the decision went beyond equipment.
“We did it because it was the right thing to do,” Donneral said. “The owner of the shrimp boat needed to get it back to work as fast as they could, because the livelihood of him and his crew depended on it, and the cost to pay someone to do the rescue was more than they could afford or justify.”
The decision was made, and the company moved quickly to start mobilizing the plan.
The next morning, the excavator selected for the project was a Hitachi ZX210-7 equipped with an EIK amphibious undercarriage. It was on the yard and ready to go. The machine was quickly inspected, prepared and loaded for transport.
Within hours, a trucking company had been secured, and the excavator was on its way to the Texas coast.
The machine represented a specialized piece of equipment rarely seen outside of niche applications such as pipeline work, marshland construction, environmental projects and shallow-water excavation.
Often referred to as a swamp buggy or
pontoon excavator, the machine is designed to operate in soft, unstable ground where traditional excavators struggle to work effectively.
“The advantage of the amphibious undercarriage is it’s spreading that ground pressure over a bigger area, so it works like a giant pair of snowshoes,” Donneral said. “The machine can operate in conditions that machines can’t.”
Throughout the Gulf Coast region, amphibious excavators are commonly used in marshes, canals and wetlands where low ground pressure is critical. The flotation provided by the pontoons allows contractors to access areas that would otherwise require extensive matting or alternative means of access.
That capability proved particularly valuable during “The Buccaneer” recovery. As crews worked to create a path back to the water, the recovery plan evolved to match conditions on the beach. The original concept involved using a dozer to pull the vessel toward deeper water after excavation work had created a channel.
However, the deeper the recovery effort progressed, the more challenging the conditions became.
The boat required approximately 5 ft. of water before it could float. The dozer,
CLM from page 24
An overhead view of the recovery process.
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Amphibious Iron Helps Free Stranded Shrimp Boat
The excavator moves into position.
“The plan changed,” Donneral said. “The dozer couldn’t get out far enough. They ended up pushing from behind and using our excavator to pull.”
The amphibious excavator played multiple roles during the operation. In addition to helping excavate around the vessel and create a route toward the Gulf, the machine was later positioned in front of the recovery effort while other equipment pushed from behind.
Its ability to operate in shallow water and unstable ground conditions made it uniquely suited for the task.
“Their plan was to still have that boat floating by 1 o’clock,” Donneral said. “They actually got it done around noon. They were an hour ahead of schedule.”
As the operation continued, onlookers gathered along the beach to watch the recovery unfold. Many had followed the story online and had become invested in seeing the vessel returned to the water.
For Donneral, witnessing the outcome firsthand became one of the most memorable
parts of the experience.
“You see this thing go four or five feet, then they re-rig and push again,” he said.
“Then, eventually you see this thing go out. Everybody’s become emotionally involved in this situation.”
The effort ultimately succeeded.
“The Buccaneer” was freed from the beach, returned to the gulf and, as soon as it reached deeper water, it was able to operate under its own power.
As the vessel floated free and headed away from shore, cheers erupted from those gathered on the beach.
team of people who showed up on their time and at their cost, to help out,” Donneral said.
The recovery also demonstrated the type of specialized work CLM Equipment supports throughout Texas and Louisiana.
The company serves contractors involved in demolition, environmental work, specialty construction and other demanding applications where conventional equipment is not always the answer. Its fleet includes machines designed to operate in conditions that challenge traditional earthmoving equipment.
recovery reflected how CLM operates as a family-owned business.
“We’re not a corporation,” Donneral said.
“We’re a family-run business, and we take care of people. This is a people-to-people business.”
For CLM, that approach made the decision an easy one.
“It’s not always about money,” Donneral added. “Sometimes, it’s about doing the right thing and helping somebody else out in need.”
Link-Belt Excavators Presents $232,000 to Two Breast Cancer Organizations
Link-Belt Excavator Co. hosted an event to honor individuals and organizations supporting breast cancer awareness. During the event, donations were presented to National Breast Cancer Foundation and Yes, Mamm! Program of Saint Joseph Health Foundation.
Pink-Belt, the 15.2-t LinkBelt 145x4 excavator that traveled across the United States for the past year to support breast cancer awareness, was sold to Randy Gallegos of Rasmussen Equipment of Salt Lake City, Utah. Pink-Belt was auctioned at ConExpoCon/AGG 2026 on March 5, raising $220,000 for the cause. Additional fundraising efforts included a $2,000 contribution from Jade Shank and a $10,000 donation from Jay Shafer of Shafer Equipment Co., Nampa Idaho.
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“Breast cancer awareness and the search for a cure are causes that are deeply important to Rasmussen Equipment,” said Gallegos. “We are proud to support LBX and its partners in helping fund programs that make a difference for individuals and families affected by breast cancer.”
“Presenting those two checks of $116,650 each represents more than just a financial gift; it is a symbol of LBX’s unwavering commitment to the families and individuals battling breast cancer in our communities,” said Eric Sauvage, president and CEO, LBX Co. “We are incredibly proud to partner with Saint Joseph Health Foundation and National Breast Cancer Foundation to help fund awareness and early detection programs and to increase survival rates in our communities and across our nation. It is just one way we put our values into action. We are incredibly grateful to our employees, business partners, dealers, and community members who rallied together to make this check presentation possible. Our Pink-Belt success proves the lifesaving power of teamwork.”
amazing Pink-Belt tour and auction at ConExpo,” said Emily Millender, senior manager of strategic partnerships of the National Breast Cancer Foundation. “Seeing the LBX team and their many supporters sharing how they have been touched by breast cancer and were called to support through this campaign shows just how powerful and united a community can be. We’re thrilled to continue this partnership, knowing that LBX’s incredible advocacy and most recent donation will go directly to funding life-saving programs and furthering our mission of helping women now.”
“LBX has been a long-standing partner with our Yes, Mamm! program in promoting early detection of breast cancer through screening services,” said Delaine Thiel, market vice president, philanthropy, Saint Joseph Health Foundations. “Their creativity and passion in marketing and organizing the Pink-Belt Tour is a testament to philanthropy. Saint Joseph Health Foundations is grateful to LBX for this year’s generous gift to the Yes Mamm! program and for all they do to support our community. Eric Sauvage and his entire team share the mission of CommonSpirit and Saint Joseph Health Foundations.”
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• TAG Manufacturing Inc., for a generous $5k donation
• Trimble, for installing a complete 3D Machine Control system
We extend our sincere gratitude to our dealer network and sponsors for hosting Pink-Belt during the Diggin’ for a Cure tour:
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• The ARA Show (Las Vegas, Nev.)
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• Shafer Equipment (Nampa, Idaho)
• Rasmussen Equipment (Salt Lake City, Utah)
• Link-Belt Mid-Atlantic (Ashland, Va.)
• Construction on the National Mall (Washington, D.C.)
• Chappell Tractor (Milford, N.H.)
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Concrete Pouring, Paving & Placing
ACPA Announces Research Results On ACPTP Projects
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) announced the release of three reports documenting research results from the Airport Concrete Pavement Technology Program (ACPTP).
ACPTP projects employ applied research to address challenges affecting the concrete pavement industry and provide supporting information for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circular updates that help airport designers and contractors build safer, longer lasting and more cost-effective airfield pavements.
“These reports represent a major step forward in translating applied research into practical guidance for the airfield pavement community,” said Harold V. Honey, chief engineer of ACPA. “By aligning laboratory findings with real-world performance, the ACPTP is delivering tools that improve safety, durability, and cost-effectiveness across airfield infrastructure.”
“The outcomes of these projects highlight the value of collaboration between industry, academia and government partners,” said Sarah Dalton, senior director of engineering and construction of ACPA. “Together, we are strengthening quality practices and advancing innovations to ensure more consistent and resilient concrete pavements for decades to come.”
The three completed projects are:
• Performance engineered mixtures for airfield pavements
This project developed a performanceengineered mixture (PEM) framework for slipformed airfield pavements. A research team led by Oklahoma State University compared laboratory tests with field performance for paving mixtures with various coarse and fine aggregates.
Correlations between the test results and field performance led to practical acceptance thresholds for recommended test methods. The final report offers new recommendations and guidance for various mixture design and testing procedures.
• Quality control and quality acceptance of concrete airport pavement
(CQCP) and training resources focused on strengthening quality management systems for airfield construction.
Guidance resulting from research findings emphasizes a holistic approach, covering everything from materials and mixture development to construction, testing, inspection and
and friction.
Based on site visits, stakeholder interviews and case studies from 13 airports across the United States and Canada, the study found that diamond-ground surfaces — even those more than 30 years old — generally maintain texture and do not create foreign object debris.
“The outcomes of these projects highlight the value of collaboration between industry, academia and government partners.”
Results from this project provide a comprehensive roadmap for improving the quality of concrete airport pavements. Developed by a research team led by the University of North Carolina — Charlotte, the project produced a Best Practices Manual for quality processes in the context of the FAA’s Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5370-10H guide specifications, item P-501 specification for cement concrete pavement and the military concrete pavement specifications 32 13 14.13. It also created a model Contractor Quality Control Program
acceptance. It is expected to promote a stronger culture of quality and more consistent pavement performance across airport projects.
• Effects of diamond grinding on airfield pavements
Conducted under a contract led by Nichols Consulting Engineers, this project investigated ways in which diamond grinding affects concrete airfield pavements. Research activities included comparing grinding with removal/ replacement and assessing the impacts of thickness reduction
The report provides detailed guidance on planning, design and construction, emphasizing that grinding is most effective on durable, structurally sound pavements with appropriate distress levels. When applied correctly, diamond grinding offers a reliable strategy for restoring surface characteristics and extending pavement service life.
“By confirming the long-term durability and safety of diamond-ground airfield pavement surfaces, this research highlights a valuable approach for maximizing the functional life of existing infrastructure and reducing the need for more extensive repairs or costly reconstruction,” said Nick Davis, director of technical services of International Grooving & Grinding Association.
History of ACPTP
In the 1990s and early 2000s, the Airfield Pavement Technology Program (APTP) facilitated pavement research through cooperative agreements between the FAA, institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations. Twelve years after the original APTP lapsed, the American Concrete Pavement Association and the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) collaborated to advocate for renewed funding. Their efforts led Congress to re-authorize the APTP under the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.
Research specific to concrete airfield pavement, conducted under The Airport Concrete Pavement Technology Program (ACPTP), was restarted through a cooperative agreement between the CP Tech Center and the FAA, which was signed in September 2020.
The ACPA played a key role in securing both the authorization of this program and the associated funding by participating in drafting and lobbying for the provision in the airport bill, as well as lobbying for the funding to execute the provision. The program was reauthorized with the FY2024 FAA Reauthorization and is in its second round of funding.
The ACPA currently holds a liaison role within the ACPTP, collaborating with the FAA, program manager and program coordination group to identify research topics, assemble technical panels and more.
For more information, visit acpa.org/.
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Sandvik crushing solutions division unveiled the new CH442 and CH662 cone crushers, representing the next evolution of the CH400 and CH600 series.
Sandvik crushing solutions division unveiled the new CH442 and CH662 cone crushers, representing the next evolution of the CH400 and CH600 series.
“For more than a century, Sandvik has focused on engineering equipment that delivers reliability, safety and long-term performance,” said Joakim Lindgren, product manager, 400 and 600 cone crushers. “The new CH442 and CH662 build on that heritage by introducing stronger key components, faster and easier maintenance and intelligent automation that gives operators clearer insight and better control of their production.”
The CH662 was showcased at ConExpo 2026, offering visitors an early opportunity to experience its strengthened design, upgraded automation and productivity driven improvements.
Optimization for Productivity, Reliability
The CH442 and CH662 deliver improvements in uptime, maintenance efficiency and operational stability, according to Sandvik. The backing compound free design removes hardening time during liner changes, while the strengthened mechanical structure supports long
term durability. A compact footprint, longer wear life components and efficient operation contribute to reduced operating costs and more sustainable performance.
Stronger Design, Smarter Maintenance
Sandvik has focused updates on the areas that make the biggest difference for safety, uptime and day-to-day operation. The new CH442 and CH662 now feature a strengthened mechanical design that supports maximum availability in demanding conditions.
Key upgrades include:
• New strengthened top shell and new main shaft — An improved top shell design features 10 percent more weight and better material distribution, together with a new main shaft contributes to the reliability needed for maximum crusher availability.
• Backing compound free design — The compoundfree design ensures easier liner changes and reduced downtime by avoiding the up to 24h hardening time compound typically require.
• New long life spider bushing — The new spider bushing has been re-engineered to extend the lifetime
compared to previous designs. It also now comes with an integrated temperature sensor connected to the automation alarm systems.
Smarter Control, Insight
The CH662 and CH442 come equipped with ACS-c 5 ASRi automation for crusher control, including automated setting regulation and assigning role- based permissions for system monitoring, troubleshooting and performance optimization.
Both models also are fully connectable to SAM digital services, providing real time and aggregated insights into performance, wear, alarms and fleet status. This supports quicker troubleshooting, stronger planning and more informed decision making throughout the crushing process.
The upgrades reflect Sandvik’s focus on smarter, safer and more predictable operation. By strengthening the mechanical core, simplifying vital service tasks and enabling deeper digital insight, the two models answer increasing demands for productivity, sustainability in production and ease of operation.
For more information, visit sandvik.com. Sandvik photo
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Mobile screening plants show their strengths in both line-coupled and standalone materials-processing scenarios.
For a long time, the focus in mobile processing of quarried stone and recycling materials was firmly set on the use of crushing plants. Although these were able to produce aggregates that could be influenced within certain limits, these were only saleable to a limited extent without classification by downstream screening plants.
In contrast, scalpers and classifying screens can separate materials into several final products and produce qualified final products. These plants must not necessarily be used only in combination with crushing plants but also show their strengths in standalone materials-processing scenarios. A distinction is made between two groups of screening plants: scalpers and classifying screens.
Scalpers — Preparers
The main task of scalpers, also frequently described as scalping screens or heavy-duty screens, is the sorting of the coarse feed material before it is passed to the first crushing stage. As the name suggests, they are fed with massive pieces of coarse feed material and “scalp” off the oversize content.
Perfect Material Flow Is Decisive
The material loaded into thwe feed hopper is passed directly to the upper screen deck. The oversize grains are passed over the screen deck in the material flow direction and onto the main discharge conveyor. This enables the scalper to cope with even the largest chunks of material.
The plants are often fed with material either from the side or from the rear with a wheel loader. The optionally available, separately folding hopper filling aids enable the loading of feed material from the rear with wider loader buckets or prevent material spillage over the opposite side of the hopper when loading from the side.
The versatile scalpers can also be used as a classifying screen in a plant train, where they can screen out up to three fractions from the crushed stone. To enable this, the rear hopper wall of the Kleemann scalpers can be folded to at least two different heights, and even three heights in the case of the MOBISCREEN MSS 802 EVO. This enables optimum material transfer, even at the low feed height of an upstream crusher.
Under certain conditions, the factory-fitted belt of the feeding conveyor of Kleemann scalpers can reach its limits. For example, extremely coarse and sharp-edged feed material can cause damage to the conveyor belt. In the case of flaky, clay-bonded rocks,
the smooth belt can slip underneath the feed material, particularly when it is extremely moist.
To avoid these complications, scalpers can be fitted with a robust apron feeder. In addition, material brakes and/or chain curtains can be installed on the feed and discharge sides of the screen casing. This prevents coarse rock from striking the main discharge conveyor belt which could damage or reduce the service life of the discharge conveyor belt.
Classifying Screens — Refiners
Classifying screens are the specialists for the production of high-quality final products or important intermediate products. They are where finer, usually pre-crushed, materials with smaller pieces are processed. Classifying screens are essential components in multi-stage crushing and screening stages but are used just as often as standalone screening plants.
The MOBISCREEN MSC EVO line of classifying screens from Kleemann feature extremely high-capacity feed hoppers. The feed material is loaded into them by wheel loaders, excavators or an upstream crusher or screening plant. With its wider opening at the top, the hopper ensures a good material flow. As classifying screens are generally fed with finer material, the plants do not require as much in the way of impact or wear protection as scalpers.
The material flow determines the throughput and the result, which must be precisely classified. The demands on the material flow begin as soon as material is fed to the plant: For instance, the speed of the feeding conveyor and other factors directly influence the bed height on the various decks of the screen casing. Should the bed height on one of the screen decks become too high, the quality of the screened material begins to deteriorate immediately. Achieving excellent screening results from a classifying screen is ultimately the result of a complex interplay between the speed settings of the hopper discharge conveyor and the feeding conveyor, the setting of the dosing flap, the position of the feeding conveyor relative to the screen casing, the setting of the impact plate, the angle and amplitude of the screen casing, and the right choice of screen media.
There are fewer influencing parameters in the case of a scalper, as the quality requirements for the screened material are generally less critical than for a classifying screen. In the case of these plants, the screening result can be influenced by the speed of the feeding conveyor, the angle of the screen casing and its amplitude, and the choice of the right screen media.
Screen Casing, Screen Media
The choice of the right screen media for a screening plant is decisive for achieving the desired screening result. The screen media must be chosen to meet the precise needs of the application. It’s not just the correct choice of the opening cross-section for the desired final grain size that matters.
The upper decks of scalpers, for example, are subjected to high loads, because large, sometimes sharp-edged rock fragments frequently strike the screen media. This is
where particularly robust and resilient screen media such as finger screens, slotted grates, or punched plates are often used, depending on the application.
Finer Screening
Depending on the separation cut and screening capacity requirements, dry material up to a grain size of 4 mm can be screened with conventional square or rectangular screen meshes, or piano-wire harp screens. The situation becomes more challenging when even finer screening is required and/or the material to be screened is moist, sticky, or fibrous.
This is where we go into more detail: thinner wires reduce the risk of incrustations, increase the open screening surface of the screen casing and, in turn, the output of the screening plant. At the same time, the thinner the wire, the shorter the service life of the screen media
Here, we must weigh the advantage of higher performance against the costs for replacement media and the downtime of the plant when replacing worn media. The pattern of the wire mesh can also help to protect a screen against clogging, or, at least, keep it free for a longer period.
When using certain harp screen patterns, induced vibration in the meshes shakes them free of adhering material. In such boundary conditions, the material also plays a decisive role. For instance, the tendency for material to adhere to the mesh is lower for stainless steel meshes than for conventional wire meshes.
In contrast, rubber screen media remain free for longer periods than wire mesh due to the inherent movement of the material induced by the vibration of the screen casing. Negative aspects of these screen media are the broader ribs required between the openings due to the material used, which leads to a reduction of the screening capacity, and the generally high cost of the media.
A Kleemann Plant train made up of a MOBICAT MC 120 PRO mobile jaw crusher, a MOBICONE MCO 110 PRO mobile cone crusher, MOBISCREEN MSC 952 and MSC 953 mobile classifying screens, and a MBT 20 mobile stacker.
The MOBISCREEN MSS 808 EVO scalper is designed to handle the constantly changing challenges in a wide range of materials-processing applications.
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The LT200HPX is best used as a secondary or tertiary crusher in combination with other Lokotrack mobile crushers and screens for high capacity aggregates production.
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Ideal Configuration Optimizes Quality, Volume of Final Product
KLEEMANN from page 52
Screening Procedure, Separation Cuts
To ensure an ideal separation cut, it is decisive to be able to influence the dwelltime of the material on the screen deck. This is effected primarily by the angle of the screen casing. A steep setting increases the screening capacity, but can, under certain circumstances, lead to poorer final product quality due to the presence of undersize grains in the oversize grains.
Although using a shallow agle of the screen casing leads to higher selectivity, it in turn also means a lower screening capacity. What is important here is the determination of the best compromise between high output and the desired final product quality.
In the case of scalpers, the particularly wide setting range lies between 15.4 degrees and 20 degrees (MSS 502/802 EVO) and 12.5 degrees to 17 degrees (MSS 1102 PRO). The lower deck of these plants corresponds to the shape of a so-called banana screen: The feed side has a steeper angle than the discharge side.
In this way, a high flow speed and a rapid distribution of the material are initially achieved, after which the material flows more slowly in the direction of the discharge side and remains on the screen deck for a longer period to achieve high selectivity. This shape of the screen deck increases the screening efficiency by up to 10 percent.
Since classifying screens are typically used to screen finer grain sizes in high quality, a wider range of screen angle settings is required. In the case of the MOBISCREEN MSC EVO classifying screens, this ranges from 20–38 degrees.
Screen Media for Ideal Final Products
A carefully considered choice of the plant and an ideal configuration for the feed material to be processed enables not only the optimization of the quality of the final product but also the volume discharged. Assuring minimal wear keeps material costs low – which means the production of a highquality result with low production costs per ton. (All photos courtesy of Kleemann.)
Metso’s Life Cycle Services for Pumps Gains Momentum
Metso introduced its life cycle services (LCS) for pumps availability in autumn 2025, and the offering has gained acceptance within the industry.
Metso has since signed several small- and mid-sized multiyear LCS contracts across key regions in Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas, reflecting market demand for solutions that deliver reliability, safety and performance improvements. In February 2026, Metso secured two five-year LCS contracts to service more than 100 slurry pumps for mining customers.
LCS for pumps is Metso’s performancebased, multiyear service solution that improves pump availability, extends wear life, enhances safety and lowers total cost of ownership through long-term, predictable partnership.
The aggregate value of the combined orders has not been disclosed. Generally, an order value for LCS pumps can be up to several million euros, depending on the length and scope of the order
Operational Benefits With Life Cycle Services
Mining and industrial operators are increasingly moving away from transactional pump purchases and seeking life cycle-
introduced its life cycle services (LCS) for pumps availability in autumn 2025, and the offering has gained acceptance within the industry.
focused service models guaranteeing stable performance and continuous support.
“Our customers want a partner who supports them throughout the full life cycle of their pumps,” said Roshan Kadanthode, vice president, pumps services of Metso.
“With LCS, we bring a performance-based approach aligned with their operational and financial targets, helping customers reduce downtime, improve efficiency, enhance safety and secure reliable pumping
performance year-round.”
• Metso pump applications selected for each site may differ, but Metso’s partnership is designed to deliver consistent and measurable improvements across key operational areas.
• Optimized pump operating envelopes improve effective pump availability by approximately 5 to 10 percent.
• Extending component wear life by 15 to 25 percent reduces replacement frequency and life cycle costs.
• Standardized maintenance procedures, purpose-built tools and improved service planning can significantly reduce maintenance intervention time, with a potential decrease of 20 to 30 percent unplanned pump-related downtime.
• Hydraulic optimization and enhanced operating practices can deliver a 5 to 10 percent improvement in energy and water efficiency.
• Enhanced safety through standardized procedures, purpose-built tools and fewer unplanned interventions.
• Optimized parts availability through commitment-based stocking.
• Predictable, long-term field service support backed by Metso’s global pump expertise.
Comprehensive Slurry Handling Offering Across Full Flowsheet
Metso delivers a comprehensive slurry handling offering covering slurry pumps, MHC hydrocyclones, slurry valves and slurry hoses and pipe systems, ensuring efficient, reliable material transport across the full processing flowsheet, according to Metso.
Recent portfolio expansions, including the acquisitions to strengthen slurry valve and flow control capabilities and to bring hose manufacturing in-house, further enhance Metso’s ability to provide integrated, endto-end slurry handling solutions for mining customers globally.
Integrated digital tools, such as condition monitoring and predictive analytics, provide real-time insight into pump and slurry handling performance, helping customers increase reliability and optimize maintenance planning across the process, according to Metso.
Beyond the product and digital offering, Metso has built a global footprint for pump delivery, repair, reuse, testing and recycling, ensuring strong local support across regions. For more information, visit metso.com/ products-and-services/services/life-cycleservices/.
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Superior, Commonwealth Partner to Expand Equipment, Parts, Service
Superior Industries Inc., a U.S.based manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, has partnered with Commonwealth Equipment to represent some of its equipment lines throughout New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and West Virginia.
The agreement covers Superior’s portable and modular equipment for crushing, screening, washing and conveying applications. Commonwealth also will support customers with aftermarket parts, field service and technical assistance.
“Successful OEM-distributor relationships are built on shared goals, mutual trust and talented people working together to create value for customers,” said Gary Guthrie president of Commonwealth Equipment Corporation. “Throughout our discussions with the Superior team, it became clear that their passion, ambition and commitment to customer success closely align with
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Eve n m o re choic e t o m ee t you r needs! Changing locations and new applications often prove challenging for screening plants KLEEMANN’s mobile coarse screening plants make light work of even the toughest tasks. Thanks to a wide range of screening media and easy adjustment of screening parameters, they can easily adapt to new operating conditions These coarse screening plants are all about flexibility, ease of operation and ergonomics. Compact, big or even bigger: the MOBISCREEN MSS 502 EVO | MSS 802 EVO | MSS 1102 PRO The choice is yours
ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026 set the stage for Caterpillar to highlight the new Cat GSV orange peel grapple offering, plus SD thumb-bucket and S and HC-S compatible buckets for a broad range of Cat hydraulic excavators and material handlers.
With two 4-tine sizes available, the new GSV vertical cylinder models match 20- to 40-ton material handlers and 14- to 31-ton excavators. Both the SD thumb-bucket are available for Cat 313 to 352 excavators, and S and HC-S compatible buckets are designed for Cat 313 to 340 models equipped with S interface couplers.
Faster, More Efficient Grapples
Offering more options to fit customer needs, the new Cat GSV420 and GSV425 feature faster cycle times and increased capabilities compared to previous designs, allowing customers to move more material in a day. Lighter weight and more efficient, the new Cat GSV models increase overall grapple productivity, while reducing maintenance costs, according to Caterpillar.
“Based on extensive customer feedback, we targeted performance characteristics, efficiency and versatility for these new GSV models,” said Chad Bixby, senior sales manager of Caterpillar. “These semi-open tine options meet a wide range of customer needs. These models offer increased hydraulic flow capacity and cast parts replace welds to improve durability and reduce weight, so operators can move more tons per hour more efficiently.”
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couplers. The new Cat GSV420 and GSV425 feature faster cycle times and increased capabilities compared to previous designs, allow ing customers to move more material in a day.
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Cat Expands Excavator Attachments With New Grapples
eliminates interference with materials.
A refined tine curvature improves overall grapple fill factor up to 140 to 200 percent, while a new rotation system is matched with up to 160 percent higher flow capacity, compared to the previous model. Lighter, force-distributing cast pieces help to prolong grapple life, according to Caterpillar.
Featuring abrasion-resistant upper and lower grapple housing stops, the new design prevents cylinders from overextending and helps avoid unnecessary hinge-point wear. Easy-to-replace cast tine tips plus high-grade steel construction for inner tines and tips help to prolong service life, according to Caterpillar.
Optimized to manage large and shredded scrap materials, these new semi-open tine models work best for applications involving larger steel scrap, pipes and beams. Compared to the previous design, customers enjoy considerably more usage time before the first service interval to help decrease maintenance time.
Ground- level grease points increase maintenance efficiency and help to improve safety. Easier to access hydraulics simplifies system maintenance and rerouting of integral hydraulics decreases tension on hoses and
Cat asset tracking is available within VisionLink, alongside product link subscribed equipment for the new GSV grapples. These new models are currently available to customers in North America, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Powerful Severe Thumb-BucketsDuty
Delivering critical clamping power for a wide range of material moving applications, the new Cat SD thumb-bucket combines the Cat SD and Cat Pro series thumb into one tool. These severe duty Cat buckets are designed for low- to high-abrasion applications with low- to medium-impact, such as brush and land clearing, rock and boulder handling, concrete and secondary and primary demolition applications.
Pin-on and Pin-grabber compatible, the new thumb-bucket features enhanced weight, capacity and clamping power to deliver superior performance. A departure from previous designs, when the thumb is not required, it can be quickly removed, increasing bucket versatility, according to Caterpillar.
Hose and cylinder mounting on the thumb’s back side with internal hose
routing inherently helps to protect these components. For added durability and reliability, the thumb is integrated into the bucket’s structure.
The previewed SD thumb-bucket at ConExpo-Con/AGG has planned commercial availability of early to mid2027 for North American customers.
Versatile S Buckets
Caterpillar’s new line of S and HC-S compatible buckets cover S and HC-S 60, 70 and 80 couplers, plus tilt rotate system (TRS) attachments equipped with S or HC-S bottom couplers. The broad portfolio covers both general duty (GD) and severe duty (SD) buckets for Cat 313 to 340 excavators equipped with S interface couplers.
The new buckets provide performance in a wide array of applications, including dirt, rock, sand and gravel, demolition debris and concrete peeling. The S interface buckets are based off the Cat Pin-on buckets, delivering optimal excavator performance
while delivering the durability and reliability customers expect, according to Caterpillar. Straight side plates deliver optimal performance in a range of materials from dirt to rock, package with Advansys ground engaging tool (GET) side cutters or side bar protectors, depending on bucket design, to enhance durability and performance.
These new bucket designs continue Caterpillar’s expansion of S-coupler work tools to meet a wide range of applications from digging and hammering to scrap processing and demolition. Planned commercial availability for these buckets is Q2 2026 in North America.
For more information, visit cat.com.
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ESCO Debuts Vertasys Tooth System With Vertical Lock
ESCO has introduced the Vertasys tooth system.
The Vertasys system is a new tooth system that features a unique vertical lock integrated into the point for in-field replacement. Locking and unlocking the point only requires a 90-degree rotation with an off-theshelf hex ratchet, according to ESCO.
The enhanced nose profile is not only stronger than previous systems but is less susceptible to fatigue failure, allowing operation in the most demanding applications. Another feature is the specialized design that allows the same adapter style to be used on both wheel loaders and excavators with lower weld requirements than conventional designs.
Key advantages include:
• locking mechanism with stronger points and adapters;
• increased point, adapter and lock strength delivers greater system reliability;
• improved ergonomic installation and removal;
• reduction in SKUs with an integrated lock and multi-use adapters;
• advanced point profiles cast in superior ESCO alloys; and
• support and technical assistance.
For more information, visit esco.weir.
Werk-Brau Joins Open S Alliance; Supports Global Standard
Werk-Brau photo Werk-Brau Co. Inc. announced that it joined the Open-S Alliance, becoming the newest organization to support the global standard for automatic couplers.
Werk Brau Co. Inc. announced that it joined the Open S Alliance, becoming the newest organization to support the global standard for automatic couplers.
With this partnership, Werk Brau strengthens its commitment to innovation — ensuring the attachments operators rely on every day remain compatible, reliable and ready for whatever the job demands. The Open S Alliance exists to bring clarity, safety and true compatibility to the attachment marketplace.
By supporting an open, global standard for fully automatic quick couplers, the alliance empowers operators, dealers, rental houses and contractors to work more freely — without the limitations of proprietary systems. Excavators equipped with Open S compliant couplers can interchange attachments from multiple manufacturers, improving jobsite efficiency, reducing downtime and expanding equipment capability.
As a company built on delivering high performance solutions for real world challenges, Werk Brau’s decision to join the Open S Alliance is a natural extension of its mission.
“Werk Brau has always stood for innovation, integrity and giving our customers every advantage on the job site,” said Trevor
Ballinger, vice president. “By supporting the Open S standard, we’re helping create a future where operators have more flexibility, more compatibility and more control over how they work. It’s about doing what’s right for our customers and for the industry.”
For more than 75 years, Werk Brau has manufactured buckets, thumbs, couplers, land clearing tools, loader attachments and specialty solutions used across construction, demolition, forestry, utilities and material handling industries.
Known for American made durability and customer first support, the company continues to honor its mission and vision of “Building Better Lives” to manufacture products that enables their employees and customers to improve not only their environment but also their personal and loved ones’ lives. At WerkBrau their values were carefully crafted to support this continuous effort with the intent of supporting every person they impact.
The Open S Alliance continues to grow internationally, and Werk Brau is proud to join the manufacturers and partners advocating for greater transparency, safety and interoperability in heavy equipment attachments.
For more information, visit werk-brau.com.
ESCO photo ESCO has introduced the Vertasys tooth system.
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Timpte Inc. Expands Its Equipment Trailer Business
Timpte Inc. of David City, Neb., announced on June 10, 2026, the continued expansion of its Timpte Equipment Trailer business, providing customers with premium all-aluminum trailer solutions designed for work, recreation, and everything in between.
As demand continues to grow for lighter, more durable and lower-maintenance trailer solutions, Timpte Equipment Trailers are helping serve commercial, agricultural, construction, motorsports, and recreational markets nationwide.
Backed by more than 140 years of manufacturing expertise, Timpte Equipment Trailers reflect the company’s commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term value.
“Our customers’ needs are evolving, and so are their buying behaviors,” said Tim Carpenter, president and CEO. “Timpte Equipment Trailers allow us to bring the same commitment to quality, durability, and long-term value that customers have trusted for generations into new and growing markets.”
Built using proprietary all-aluminum construction and Timpte’s mechanically fastened design philosophy, Timpte Equipment Trailers provide corrosion resistance, reduced maintenance, lighter weight and long-term durability.
The product lineup includes two distinct series designed to meet a broad range of customer needs.
The Motorsports Series is en-
gineered for enthusiasts hauling race cars, UTVs, golf carts, motorcycles, and other recreational
safer, more convenient loading experience.
For customers who require a struction materials, agricultural machinery and other heavy-duty loads. Designed for contractors,
term value.
“Customers have more trailer choices than ever before,” said Jody Beasley, vice president –wholegood sales at Timpte. “What sets Timpte apart is our commitment to aluminum construction, innovative loading solutions and a design philosophy centered on long-term value. We believe customers deserve equipment that works harder, lasts longer and helps them get more done.”
The growth of Timpte Equipment Trailers is supported by the company’s expanded manufacturing operations in Lincoln, Neb., strengthening Timpte’s ability to serve customers across an expanding portfolio of products.
Timpte Equipment Trailers are available nationwide. For more information, visit TmpteEquipmentTrailers.com. (All photos courtesy of Timpte Inc.)
Summit Truck Bodies introduced its 1229 hydraulic crane and advanced safety electronics (ASE) Phase 5 control system at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026.
Summit Truck Bodies introduced its 1229 hydraulic crane and advanced safety electronics (ASE) Phase 5 control system at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026, expanding the company’s next-generation crane platform into heavy-duty applications.
The fully integrated solution delivers 12,000-lb. lifting capacity with 29-ft. reach while weighing 205 lbs. less than previous 12,000-lb. models.
The weight reduction directly translates into increased payload capacity, allowing operators to carry additional tools, parts and fluids without exceeding chassis limits.
Increased payload capacity offers a critical advantage for heavy equipment dealers, utility operators, mining service providers, oil and gas field service providers and construction equipment repair operations.
Engineered for 8 Series bodies and larger on 26,000 GVWR chassis and above, the 1229 brings the structural innovations, continuous rotation capability and fully proportional controls recently introduced with Summit’s 829 crane to operators who need higher lifting capacity for engines, transmissions, counterweights and heavy components.
“Nearly all the benefits present in the 829, from self-centering and the sealed crane compartment to continuous rotation and lighter weight, have been transferred to this new platform,” said Christian Glascock, product development engineer of Summit Truck Bodies. “The 1229 was engineered to have a higher capacity than Summit has ever offered before.”
Three Times Faster Picking, Stowing
The 1229 employs a fully proportional control valve that enables seamless movement of all functions simultaneously. Combined with continuous rotation capability, the system delivers picking, positioning and stowing speeds up to three times faster than traditional crane systems, according to Summit.
“The continuous rotation feature eliminates the need to reverse direction, allowing operators to deploy the crane quickly, rotate it continuously and stow it immediately after completing a job,” Glascock said. “That paired with the multifunction capabilities results in three times picking, positioning and stowing speeds.”
The speed advantage translates to measurable productivity gains for fleet operators. Service technicians complete more calls per day, and equipment downtime decreases when repairs can be executed faster.
The 1229 achieves its 205-lb. weight reduction through the same engineering approaches that defined the 829: stronger and lighter boom profiles paired with a redesigned rotate assembly.
The crane features a revised hexagonal boom profile with a flat bottom that reduces section height while maintaining selfcentering alignment. The boom profile
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Summit Unveils 1229 Crane, Phase 5 Controls
components for easier replacement.
enables an elevation range from negative 10 degrees to 77.5 degrees positive.
A fully enclosed worm and gear rotate assembly provides better protection and reduced maintenance compared to openface designs. The double-row slewing bearing delivers an 80,000 ft.-lb. rating, 37.5 percent stronger than previous standard models, while weighing 30 percent less at 180 lbs. compared to 255 lbs.
“The 1229 is the next step in our crane evolution, and similar to our 829 crane, offers a stronger and lighter profile, paired with a lighter rotational assembly,” Glascock said. “The 1229 requires a heavier and more robust body to not only support the load from the higher capacity but also act as a counterweight for stability.”
Additional structural improvements include a relocated winch positioned behind the main boom pivot and lowered on an angled mounting bracket to reduce overall crane height to 38.5 in. when stowed. A redesigned modular anti-two-block system requires zero adjustment and features bolt-on
ASE Phase 5 Reduces Total Cost of Ownership
The 1229 is fully compatible with Summit’s advanced ASE Phase 5 from launch, with all features from the 829 carrying over to the highercapacity crane. The intelligent control system dramatically lowers total cost of ownership by slashing life cycle maintenance costs through predictive diagnostics and real-time system monitoring.
The ASE Phase 5 control system features an updated touchscreen interface with real-time diagnostics for all monitored systems. A dedicated maintenance menu tracks service intervals and monitors component lifespans, enabling predictive maintenance scheduling that prevents breakdowns before they occur, according to Summit.
The system supports integration with fleet management platforms, providing operators with comprehensive data to optimize truck use and minimize unexpected downtime.
The wireless remote includes a
full-color display with customizable interface options and integrated vehicle alarm for theft deterrence. The system operates and monitors the engine, PTO, outriggers, lights and all crane functions from three control points: the main panel in the rear compartment, cab control panel and wireless remote.
Auto-deploy, auto-retract and autostow functions through the wireless remote, along with customizable hot keys for frequently used tasks, further streamline operations and reduce the time technicians spend on crane setup and breakdown between service calls.
Coordinated Production Rollout
The 1229 enters production in Q2 2026 as part of Summit’s coordinated rollout alongside the 829 crane and broader Phase 5 system expansion across the company’s hydraulic crane lineup. The simultaneous launch demonstrates Summit’s manufacturing capabilities and vertical integration, with all cranes sharing the same advanced control architecture built factory-direct.
For more information, visit summitbodies.com.
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The board of directors of Manitou BF met June 22, 2026, to determine the group’s corporate governance.
Marcel-Claude Braud has been appointed chairman of the board of directors. He will serve in this capacity for the remainder of his current term as director, which concludes at the 2027 annual general meeting convened to approve the financial statements for the fiscal year ending 2026.
Braud has served as a director and a member of various board committees since 2013. He began his career at International Harvester. He subsequently joined Manitou Group, holding numerous executive positions in both France and the United States, before serving as chairman of the management board of the group from 1998 to 2009.
In this role, Braud will ensure the continuity of the controlling family shareholders’ commitment to the group’s development. Together with the board, he will support the transition and arrival of the incoming president and CEO, Sylvain Blaise, who will join the group on June 30.
“I would like to thank the board for the confidence they have placed in me,” said Braud. “It is with a profound sense of duty that I will dedicate myself to fostering the group’s growth through the execution of our LIFT 2030 strategic plan. The group’s entrepreneurial spirit, capacity for innovation, and the dedication of our teams, combined with the strength of our dealer network, represent formidable assets to sustain our development within an uncertain global landscape.”
During this board meeting, the resignation of Pierre-Henri Ricaud from his position as an independent director was formally acknowledged.
The board of directors has mandated Hervé Rochet, chief transformation and governance officer, to serve as interim president and CEO from June 25, following the annual general meeting, until June 30, when Sylvain Blaise will officially assume his duties as the group’s new president and CEO.
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3,4 2-DAY AUCTION. LIVE: Friday, July 10, TIMED: Closes- Saturday, July 11, Opens- Saturday, June 27: CANASTOTA, NEW YORK: Along with the Annual Alex Lyon & Son Barbecue & Hay Camp (Thursday, July 9). Only the Very Best Late Model Rental Fleet Construction Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Cat & John Deere Hydraulic Excavators, Rubber Tired Loaders, Tractor Loader Backhoes, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Crawler Tractors, Vibratory Rollers, Truck Tractors, New Service, Water & Dump Trucks, Trailers, New Attachments and Support, (2)New Rolloff Trucks, (3)New 2026 Peterbilt Triaxle Dump Trucks, (2)New Ford Mason Dumps, (2)New Service Trucks(2)New Mack Water Trucks.
5. NEW DATE. TIMED: Closes- Thursday, July 16, Opens- Thursday, July 2: BAYSHORE, NEW YORK: One Owner. Late Model Rolloff Trucks, Boom Trucks, Quantity of Rolloff Containers, Truck Tractors, Grove & Link-Belt Cranes, Heavy Equipment Trailers, Cat 963, Forklifts, Large Quantity of Welders, Generators, Heavy Support Equipment, Chains, Cables, Large Quantity Storage Containers.
6,7 2-DAY AUCTION. LIVE: Tuesday, July 28, HOUSTON, TEXAS: Authorized Rental Fleet Cat Equipment Ranging from Crawler Tractors, Hydraulic Excavators, Articulated Haul Trucks, Rubber Tired Loaders, Tractor Loader Backhoes, Loader Landscape Tractors, Skid Steers, Generators, Service & Water Trucks, Attachment & more. TIMED: Closes- Wednesday, July 29, OpensWednesday, July 15: HOUSTON, TEXAS: One Owner. Pole & Utility Company. Trenching, Digger Derrick & Bucket Truck Equipment. Over 150 Major Pieces to Include Boom(Crane), Bucket, Digger Derrick Trucks, Service & Pickup Trucks, All Types of Trailers: Detachable, Drop Deck, Hi Flat, and Tagalongs, Directional Drills, Tractor Loader Backhoes, Trenchers, Crawler Dumps.
8,9 2-DAY TIMED AUCTION DAY 1: Thursday, July 30, DAY 2: ClosesFriday, July 31, Opens - Thursday, July 16: PHOENIX, ARIZONA: One Owner. Exceptional Equipment. Major Crane & Rigging Company. Several Major Rental Fleet Completions. Crane: Grove 240-ton, Construction & Utility Equipment, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Pickups, Large Equipment Trailers up to 250-ton, Large Quantity Military Accessories, Large Quantity of Support.
10. TIMED: Closes - Thursday, August 6, Opens - Monday, July 27: WADSWORTH (Canton-Akron), OHIO: Secured Party Auction. Aggregate Equipment, Nordberg NW125 Portable Jaw, Cedar Rapids 6x20 Crusher, Pegson Cone Crusher, Deister Screen, Control Tower, (2)Containers/Control Boxes, (1012)Conveyors, Teledyne Breaker, EZ Stack 65ft. Stacker.
11. LIVE: Saturday, August 8: POMPEY, NEW YORK: The Tradition Continues. Former Empire Field Days. Construction & Agricultural Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support and more.
12. LIVE: Saturday, August 15: PROSPECT, PENNSYLVANIA: Retirement Auction. One Owner. Good Quality Construction Equipment, Truck Tractors. Dump Trucks, All Types of Trailers and Support Equipment.
13. TIMED: Closes - Thursday, August 20, Opens - Thursday, August 13: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: It’s Big! Secured Creditor. Very Large Amount of Truck Tractors, Late Model Reefer & Van Trailers and more Including New 40ft. Storage Trailer, New Support & Attachments.
14. TIMED: Closes - Wednesday, August 26, Opens - Wednesday, August 12: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Utility Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Support and Attachments.
15,16. 2 AUCTIONS -SAME DAY. PART LIVE 1: Thursday, August 27, PART 2 TIMED: Closes - Thursday, August 27, Opens - Thursday, August 13: PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA: Part 1: Large Cat & Komatsu, Volvo Coal & Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers and Support. Part 2: More Large Equipment Sold Off-site
17. LIVE: Thursday, September 10: CENTRAL OHIO: Retirement. 60 Successful Years in Business. Very Large Aggregate and Construction Equipment Dispersal. One of the Finest Dispersals Ever!
18. LIVE: Friday, September 11: ALBANY, NEW YORK: Large Job Completion. Construction & Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service & Pickups.
19. LIVE: Tuesday, September 15: GREENVILLE, TEXAS: Very Late Model Cat John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support Equipment.
20. NEW DATE. LIVE: Thursday, September 17: ELKO, NEVADA: Late Model Cat, Komatsu Mining & Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Support & Attachments. HIGHLIGHTS: Cat 988H, Cat 966M, (3)Cat 745, (6)Cat 789D, Cat 773D, Cat 775D, (2)Komatsu PC490, Cat 140M, Crawler Tractors, Cranes, Large Quantity of Attachments.
21. LIVE: Saturday, September 19: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Late Model Cat & John Deere Construction & Utility Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, New Support & Attachments.
22,23. 2-DAY AUCTION. LIVE: Saturday, September 26, TIMED: ClosesSunday, September 27, Opens - Sunday, September 13: ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY: Construction & Utility Equipment, Telescopic Forklifts, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Boom, Water & Service Trucks, All Types of Trailers: Detachables, Drop Decks, Hi-Flats, Van & Storage, Large Quantity Support & Attachments.
24,25. 2 AUCTIONS -SAME DAY. PART LIVE 1: Friday, October 9, PART 2 TIMED: Closes - Friday, October 9, Opens - Friday, September 25: UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT: Part 1: Late Model Construction, Aggregate, Utility & Forklift Equipment(mostly Cat, Komatsu, John Deere & Volvo), All Types of Trucks, Trailers, Attachments & Support. Part 2: All Support, Attachments, Accessories, Mini Excavators.
26. NEW DATE. LIVE: Saturday, October 10: NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS: Large Late Model Primarily Cat & Hyundai Construction, Utility & Snow Equipment, Large Quantity (30)Late Model 4x4 Pickups, Attachments and Support Equipment.
27. TIMED: Friday, October 16: NORTHERN VERMONT: Large Job Completion. One Owner Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, All Types of Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity Support Equipment & Accessories.
28. LIVE: Friday, October 23: PALMYRA, MAINE: One Owner. Complete Liquidation of Late Model Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, Service, Utility & Pickup Trucks, Good Quality Excavators Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Backhoes, Utility & Snow Equipment, Large Quantity Support, Attachments & Landscape Accessories.
29. TIMED: Closes - Saturday, November 28, Opens - Saturday, November 14: BRIDGEPORT, NEW YORK: Rental Fleet Construction & Utility Equipment. Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Skid Steers, Excavators, Rubber Tired Loaders, Air Compressors, Welders, Generators, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickups, All Types of Trailers, All Types of New Attachments. NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
30. LIVE: MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Job Completion of Late Model Construction & Aggregate Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickup & Service Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support.
31. LIVE: ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA: Major Job Completion of Aggregate, Late Model Construction Equipment, Articulated Haul Trucks, Service Trucks, Attachments, Large Quantity of Good Support. Everything is in Excellent Condition.
34. LIVE: HOUSTON, TEXAS: One Owner. Large Quantity of Construction and Military Equipment used on Various Jobs Completed. Military Trucks of all kinds, Forklifts, Generators, Air Compressors, Welders, Light Plants, Excavators, Trailers and more.
Equipment Industry Mourns Respected Dealer Mike Doyle
dull moment in his company, fun guy with a helluva’ lot of knowledge and smarts that I got to enjoy for over 36 years.”
While equipment and business were central to his life, Mr. Doyle was equally passionate about enjoying life outside of work. He loved boating, traveling and the occasional round of golf. Much of his adult life was spent in Batavia, N.Y., and Fort Myers Beach, Fla., where he developed countless friendships and became known as the life of the party.
In recent years, his journey brought him to Simpsonville, S.C., where he spent his final year surrounded by his daughter, Megan, and her family.
His grandchildren — Liam, Laila and Lake Schwarze — will remember him not as an industry icon, but as a loving grandfather with a tremendous sense of humor, a love for ice cream and an endless supply of stories. He is survived by his daughter, Megan (Doyle) Schwarze; son-in-law Andrew Schwarze, whom he considered both family and a close friend; his grandchildren; sister Margaret
Beck; and countless friends throughout the equipment industry and beyond.
For those who knew Mr. Doyle, the memories are plentiful. Some remember the deals, some remember the equipment and many remember the stories. Nearly everyone remembers the laughter.
“I met Mike 35 years ago when I was very green in the construction equipment industry,” said Kent Hogeboom, sales manager of Construction Equipment Guide.
“We quickly became good friends. He was far more than a good customer. He was an industry historian, storyteller and educator. He made it a point to get me connected with industry leaders and professionals.
“As an added bonus, he was great fun to hang out with,” Hogeboom added. “At industry events like AED and ConExpo, he would lead the charge in finding the best places to hang out and blow off some steam. He was truly one of the industry’s interesting characters. They just don’t make them like Mike anymore. He will be truly missed.” CEG
Monroe Tractor Promotes Goldbach to Lead Service Operations at All Locations
Monroe Tractor recently promoted Brian Goldbach to service director.
Goldbach has spent the past three years leading the service team in Buffalo, where he played a key role in improving service operations, strengthening team performance and enhancing the overall customer experience, according to Monroe. Goldbach brings more than 20 years of management experience, including over a decade in the equipment dealership environment, with a background spanning parts operations and service department leadership.
In his new role as service director, he will work closely with each branch’s service department and management team to help maximize efficiency and productivity. He also will focus on strengthening collaboration across all locations, building a more connected support system and fostering a unified team environment to help each service
department reach its full potential.
“I am most excited to work with and cultivate relationships with all of the different branches and service departments to gain more insight into the most important part of Monroe
Tractor — its employees,” said
Goldbach. “From there, I want to help each service manager and service department reach their full potential, and hopefully do this while having some fun along the
“Brian [Goldbach] has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, a deep commitment to our customers and an ability to drive results,” said Greg Downing, operations director. “We are confident that his experience, vision and dedication will help take our service organization to the next
With 18 locations across New York State, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Vermont, Monroe Tractor offers a full line of CASE construction equipment, Case IH agriculture equipment, Screen Machine, Wirtgen products, NPK demolition attachments, Talbert and Towmaster trailers,
mowers, Kage and Arctic
pushers and Precision products.
DOYLE from page 14
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 Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (2.00 PM – 3:00 PM) Virtual Safety and Health
• AGC EDGE Blueprint Reading Basics
Start Date: Monday, July 20, 2026 (2:00 PM)
End Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (5:30 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
• Summer 2026 Construction Safety & Health Conference
Start Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 (8:00 AM)
End Date: Friday, July 24, 2026 (12:00 PM) Minneapolis, Minnesota Safety and Health
• Construction Demo Day: Pre-Construction Technology
Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• AGC EDGE Estimate with Impact – Heavy Highway Civil Estimating
Start Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 (1:00 PM)
End Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program
Start Date: Monday, August 3, 2026 (9:00 AM)
End Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 (1:00 PM)
Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC Technology Conference
Start Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 (7:00 AM)
End Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 (3:00 PM) Minneapolis, Minnesota
• AGC EDGE Blueprint Reading Intermediate
Start Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 (2:00 PM)
End Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (5:30 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• Construction Leadership Committee (CLC) Leadership Development Conference
Start Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 (8:00 AM)
End Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 (3:00 PM) Minneapolis, Minnesota
• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program
Start Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 (9:00 AM)
End Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd Edition
Start Date: Monday, August 10, 2026 (12:00 PM)
End Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026 (4:00 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Leadership and Motivation (STP Unit 1) Thursdays
Start Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026 (10:00 am)
End Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026 (3:30 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Managing Risks (STP Unit 6)
Start Date: Monday, August 17, 2026 (4:00 PM)
End Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (8:30 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF MINNESOTA
(AGC OF MN)
2026 Summer Member Networking Event
Date: WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Place: Blacklist Brewery & Taproom
206 East Superior Street Duluth, Minnesota 55802
AGC Members (and prospective members) are invited to join the AGC Board of Directors and staff for a member networking event at Blacklist Brewery & Taproom on July 8th.
We’ll enjoy food, beverages, and time catching up with our industry peers! Everyone is welcome, but members from Northern Minnesota are especially encouraged to attend!
Come throw a few axes and share a glass with your industry peers!
AWC July Member Mingle – Hosted by M. A. Mortenson Co.
The Association of Women Contractors provides advocacy, collaboration and industry leadership to support and enrich women-owned companies in the construction industry.
Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (CDT)
Place: M. A. Mortenson Company 700 Meadow Lane N., Golden Valley, MN 55422
Phone: 763/522-2100
Member Mingles are our monthly networking events. They are hosted by our members for AWC Members only!
On the second Wednesday of each month, we visit a different member’s office for two (2) hours of open-house style networking with your fellow industry professionals.
• Networking
• Facility Tour
• Informal Setting
Registration is usually open in advance. If registration closes, contact admin@awcmn.org to attend.
Tips for Maximizing Your Mingle
• Arrive early to explore the facility and meet more people.
• Bring business cards and a few conversation starters about your work.
• Use the event as an opportunity to connect with potential partners or mentors.
For more information: AWC Phone: 651/489-2221
BUILTWORLDS
BUILTWORLDS 2026 Construction Tech Conference
BUILTWORLDS is a global network for buildings and infrastructure professionals offering research, events, and collaborative tracks to support the AEC/O Industry.
Date: July 15 & 16, 2026
Place: Convene – Willis Tower 233 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606
The annual Construction Tech Conference is BUILTWORLDS largest event, focusing on innovation, emerging technologies, and collaboration across the project lifecycle.
It emphasizes field operations, offering actionable strategies to improve jobsite productivity, efficiency, safety and logistics.
Focus Areas and Topics
• Al readiness and Al-assisted project delivery
• Robotics and automation integration
• GC-Subcontractor technology partnerships
• Preconstruction, estimating, and scheduling innovations
• BIM, VDC, and data analytics
• Supply chain and project management software
• Human-robot collaboration ecosystems
Why Attend?
This is a research-driven practitioner-focused event with over 600 attend-
ees in senior leadership roles.
Awards
• Tech Excellence Awards for contracting companies leveraging tech best practices
• Contractor’s Choice Awards for top tech solution providers rated by contractors
For more information: Phone Number: 847/372-2554 Website: www.builtworlds.com
• New Products on Display. Explore the latest equipment and innovations.
• Machine Deals: Special offers on machinery and parts.
• Training Opportunities: Learn about new products and techniques.
• Community Focus: Celebrate customer relationships and community.
• LUNCH PROVIDED!
Who Should Attend?
• Equipment buyers and dealers looking for new products and deals.
• Industry professionals seeking training and product demos.
• Anyone interested in meeting Fabick Cat’s team and learning about their offerings.
Registration: Encouraged to register in advance via Fabick Cat’s website. Phone: 800/845-9188
100th ANNIVERSARY
“CELEBRATING 100 YEARS YOUNG” ROAD MACHINERY & SUPPLIES COMPANY (RMS)
Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Rochester
Equip Exposition Exhibit Space Sells Out for Fifth Year
For a fifth year in a row, Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, has sold out its available exhibit space at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC). OPEI owns and manages the show, which will be held Oct. 20-23, 2026.
“We have 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space, including the Outdoor Demo Yard. Every inch of the Kentucky Exposition Center that can be used for exhibit space is now sold,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of OPEI. “That translates to more than a square mile of exhibits, or the equivalent of 20 football fields. There are thousands of products and services that can help landscapers, contractors and dealers expand and better their business.”
Kiser added that demand for space means that exhibitors must plan ahead and reserve space well in advance. The award-winning trade show sold its last exhibit space in May 2026. Last year, the last booth sale was in June. In 2024, the trade show sold its final booth in August and in 2023, the last slot was sold in early October, a few weeks before the show opened.
in 2029, with Equip being held in Orlando that year and thereafter biannually. Equip Expo will return to Louisville in 2030.
To zero in on what attendees want to see at a mega show where the exhibit area spans square footage that is greater than 20 football fields, organizers recommend using the Equip Expo app, sponsored by CASE Construction Equipment, which helps attendees prioritize and navigate to their “must-see” exhibitors.
Equip Exposition also provides landscapers, dealers, contractors, hardscape
For a fifth year in a row, Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, has sold out its available exhibit space at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
Kiser said that due to high demand to participate in the show, the Equip staff continually work with KEC officials to reimagine space and are creative about ways to add value for attendees. Last year, they opened up Freedom Hall to exhibit sales for the first time. In 2025, Equip also moved and expanded the UTV Test Track to deliver an even better experience for attendees.
“Equip is epic, and people are excited to be at the show and part of this dynamic industry,” said Kiser. “This is the place where innovators roll out new products and talk about where this industry is headed. It’s where landscape contractors try out new equipment and meet the people who design and make it.”
Plenty of tickets are still available for attendees, who can register for the early bird price of only $30 through Sept. 10, 2026. Ticket prices go to $60 on Sept. 11, 2026, and to $120 on Oct. 20, 2026.
Last year, Equip broke attendance records, attracting nearly 30,000 registrants to the KEC. The show will begin a two-city rotation
experts and outdoor power equipment manufacturers a unique platform to learn from each other through peer to-peer networking events and classroom, training and education sessions.
This year, the show is debuting Equip Academy, a new in-person and online training package designed to help contractors and landscapers confront today’s current business challenges head on.
Networking and peer learning is an important part of the show. There’s a Welcome Reception at Churchill Downs sponsored by Caterpillar, a keynote address by HGTV’s Mike Holmes sponsored by Kress, a 4th Street Live concert sponsored by the Propane Education and Research Council and a Paristown Pointe Block Party & Concert sponsored by Gravely. Susan Packard, a media entrepreneur who helped create popular TV channels like HGTV, CNBC and Food Network, will keynote the Women’s Leadership Reception, which is sponsored by Belgard, SiteOne and Hunter/ FX Luminaire.
For more information, visit equipexposition.com.
Equip Expo photo
Micron Picks Construction Partner for Historic Project
Micron Technology Inc. announced that it has selected Bechtel to partner on the engineering, procurement and construction of the first phase of Micron’s historic leading-edge memory manufacturing complex in Clay, N.Y., which is planned to become the nation’s largest semiconductor manufacturing facility.
Bechtel will mobilize at the White Pine Commerce Park site in Onondaga County immediately and scale its presence quickly, the companies said.
Since breaking ground on its first New York fab in January 2026, Micron has made strong progress and is now transitioning to the next phase of construction with Bechtel. The project represents the largest private investment in New York state history, projected to add approximately $16.7 billion per year in real economic output in the state and approximately $5.4 billion per year in personal income for New Yorkers over the next 30 years. according to Micron.
Micron’s leading-edge memory manufacturing complex is expected to generate 50,000 jobs in New York, including more than 4,500 construction jobs, the company said. At peak construction, the work will support thousands of skilled craft professionals, creating opportunities
for union trades, apprentices, local training program graduates, specialty contractors, suppliers and construction professionals across New York. As Micron and Bechtel build out their project team and supply chain, they plan to conduct community outreach to help develop the local supply chain and trade labor ecosystem needed to build these fabs, ensuring state and local businesses and jobseekers are poised to benefit from the work ahead. For every direct Micron hire, there would be almost six other jobs created in the state economy, the companies said.
“Our New York project will be home to
the most advanced memory manufacturing in the world and will serve as a cornerstone of America’s leadership in the AI era,” said Manish Bhatia, executive vice president of global operations of Micron Technology.
“We are entering an exciting new phase of construction. As the only U.S. manufacturer of memory, we know a project of this scale and complexity is only possible through the strength of partnership, and we are pleased to partner with Bechtel — unlocking the full strength of their global capabilities, technical expertise, and world-class teams — to bring this facility to life.”
“This project represents more than the construction of a semiconductor manufacturing campus, it is part of the foundation of America’s industrial future,” added Craig Albert, Bechtel’s president and chief operating officer. “Micron is making a generational investment in U.S. manufacturing, and Bechtel is bringing its world-class execution to deliver the foundation of long-term technology leadership and economic growth.”
Semiconductor fabrication facilities rank among the most technically demanding industrial projects in the world, requiring precision construction across cleanroom systems, ultra-high-purity process infrastructure, advanced electrical systems, vibration-sensitive foundations and tightly controlled manufacturing environments.
Bechtel said it will deploy an integrated EPC delivery model combining engineering, procurement, advanced digital-enabled construction technologies, modularization strategies and sophisticated project controls to support schedule confidence, workforce coordination and operational readiness. The project supports broader efforts to expand U.S. semiconductor manufacturing capacity and strengthen the resilience of America’s technology supply chain.
Bechtel rendering
Rendering of the Micron semiconductor megafab campus upon completion
