Yonkers Rebuilds Bronx River Parkway Spans
By Chuck MacDonald CEG CORRESPONDENT
Built in 1951, the Bronx River Parkway Bridges are ready for a complete tear down.
The bridges have become a choke point for passengers who are traveling the Bronx River Parkway. The new bridges will rise in the footprint of the old ones as a roomier, more modern, safer version of the old. They will rise 30 ft. above the busy thoroughfares of Morris Park Avenue and East 180th. The cost of the project will be approximately $517 million, with the completed bridge delivered in 2029.
Yonkers Contracting has handled complicated bridge builds like this one before.
Anthony Sarvaideo is the project manager of the Yonkers Contracting team for this complex staged project. His construction team plans to demo northbound lanes of the bridge to build new northbound spans. The workers will shift traffic, then demo the southbound lanes for a rebuild of southbound lanes. Finally, the team will demolish the existing bridge that runs between the current bridge spans.
The new parkway will carry noncommercial traffic and eliminate much
see BRONX page 68
Not Letting the Train Leave
By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
Transit is a crucial element of the nation’s total infrastructure investment. In fact, AGC believes highway and transit construction offsets weakness in private construction segments.
That’s why the association is pushing Congress to finish its work on renewing the surface transportation bill before its September expiration. But many states aren’t waiting on federal funds and instead are moving forward with transit projects that will have regional benefits.
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8 AMTRAK ADVANCES MAJOR CONSTRUCTION FOR B&P TUNNEL
Rail passengers on the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore will soon notice increased construction activity at the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program site as Amtrak’s tunneling contractor ramps up work.
16 HITACHI OUTLINES LANDCROS VISION, YANMAR PARTNERSHIP
During its 2026 dealer meeting, Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas shared its ambitious vision of the future as the company prepares to become LANDCROS in April 2027.
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GALLIVAN CORPORATION BUILDS SMARTER WITH TECHNOLOGY
When Brendan Gallivan founded Gallivan Corporation in 1994, he wasn’t thinking about building one of eastern New York’s most diversified site development and landscape construction companies.
24 FAY, S&B USA CONSTRUCTION REOPENS PITTSBURGH BRIDGE
Fay, S&B USA Construction re-opened the I-376 Commercial Street Bridge in Pittsburgh for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on July 27, 17 days after closing it and a week ahead of PennDOT’s maximum deadline of Aug. 3.
28 TANDEM SYSTEM STREAMLINES GRADING, COMPACTION OPS
Strobel Manufacturing engineered a powerful tandem system: the Strobel HD 20 Heavy Duty Box Scraper and Dual Earth Packer combination. This system cuts, fills, levels and packs massive swaths of terrain in a single, efficient pass.
35 VÖGELE WHEELED PAVERS TAKE ON TUNNEL MODERNIZATION
Around 2 million vehicles a year travel through the Mont Blanc Tunnel. Since the 1960s, the tunnel has linked Chamonix in France to Courmayeur in Italy, making it one of the most important north-south corridors in the European road network.
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MERLO EXPANDS LEADERSHIP TEAM WITH MCBROOM
Merlo America announced the appointment of experienced parts professional Mike McBroom as its parts manager, further strengthening the company’s operations and reinforcing its commitment to delivering exceptional support.
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MANITOU APPOINTS CHRIS GENAL VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES, NA
Manitou Group, a worldwide reference in the handling, aerial work platform and earthmoving sectors, announced the appointment of Chris Genal as vice president of sales for North America, effective July 1, 2026.
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BOBCAT COMPANY POWERS X GAMES COURSE CONSTRUCTION
Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, serves as the Official Equipment Partner of X Games. X Games kicked off in Sacramento, Calif., June 26–28, where Bobcat helped build the dirt course.
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CATERPILLAR INC. OPENS NEW BLACK HILLS ENGINEERING DESIGN CENTER
The 17,000-sq.-ft. facility serves as a hub, supporting Caterpillar teams worldwide across machines, engines, electrification and autonomy. Teams use extended reality and digital prototypes to collaborate across continents.
DPA Auctions announced a strategic partnership with the Land Improvement Contractors of America, the national trade association representing contractors in excavating, grading, drainage and land improvement across the United States.
John Deere announced the three finalists in its Building America contest on July 4, 2026. This nationwide contest celebrates contractors, operators and construction businesses helping build stronger communities across the United States.
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Amtrak Advances Major Construction for B&P Tunnel
Rail passengers on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore will soon notice increased construction activity at the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program site as Amtrak’s tunneling contractor ramps up preparatory work necessary to launch the first of two tunnel boring machines in 2028.
Following more than a year of extensive evaluations, Amtrak and FRA have identified several opportunities to optimize overall program design, improve constructability and scheduling and address cost pressures, according to Amtrak. At the same time, Amtrak has advanced major work to prepare for realignment of the NEC south of the future tunnels, including utility relocations and the replacement of the Mulberry Street Bridge.
About B&P Tunnel Replacement Program
The existing B&P Tunnel is the oldest Amtrak tunnel and a single point of failure for the 15 million Amtrak and MARC customers who rely on it. This 1.4-mi. tunnel opened in 1873 and suffers from a variety of age-related issues, leading to frequent delays and extensive maintenance needs. The tunnel is at capacity and its tight curves limit train speeds to a maximum of 30 mph.
largest-ever single infrastructure investment — will unlock the most congested rail bottleneck south of New Jersey with two new state-of-the-art tunnels for electrified Amtrak and MARC passenger trains, along with a new fully accessible West Baltimore MARC Station, 10 mi. of rail infrastructure upgrades, and local street and bridge improvements along the alignment, according to Amtrak.
“Replacing the 153-year-old B&P Tunnel is critical to improving safety and reliability along the Northeast Corridor, America’s busiest passenger railroad.” said Amtrak President Roger Harris. “Thanks to a strong partnership with FRA Administrator Fink and the entire FRA team, this investment is advancing with a clear path forward.”
Visible Construction Progress Under Way
Amtrak and its contractor’s work is clearly visible to rail passengers traveling between the West Baltimore MARC station and the south portal of the existing B&P Tunnel.
Over the past year, Amtrak and its contractors have:
Advanced work on the new Mulberry Street railroad bridge, including excavation and construction of initial footings for the new structure. This bridge is the first of five being reconstructed as part of the program.
(TBM) that will build the two new tunnel tubes; the first TBM is now more than 50 percent complete.
Continued work toward a new 345-ft.-long utility tunnel. Once completed in 2027, it will carry water, sewer, communications and electrical utilities underneath the existing and future NEC tracks, according to Amtrak.
Strong Value Engineering, Optimization Opportunities
In response to challenging construction market conditions and cost escalation, Amtrak and FRA have identified significant cost savings through value engineering to help partially mitigate cost pressures, stated Amtrak. The company’s planned optimizations include:
Eliminating the future Intermediate Ventilation Facility and its smaller connecting tunnel without negatively impacting safety or train operations, while also reducing construction impacts to the surrounding community, according to Amtrak.
Progressed manufacturing of two tunnel boring machines
Raising the future tunnel’s vertical track alignment at its deepest point approximately 10-22 ft. The tunnel will still maintain a maximum depth of approximately 150 ft. below street level at this location (between Penn North Metro
Seen here are the utility relocations under way.
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Hitachi Outlines LANDCROS Vision, Yanmar Partnership
LANDCROS introduced its wheeled excavators to the North American market during this event and was extremely well received by the dealers.
(L-R): Jeremy Dieterle, vice president, process and systems; Massayoshi Ota, vice president, mining; and Kyle Fuglesten, vice president, construction, all of Hitachi, provided in-depth perspective of the transition from Hitachi to LANDCROS.
During its 2026 dealer meeting, Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas shared its ambitious vision of the future as the company prepares to become LANDCROS in April 2027.
The transition represents an expanded vision focused on delivering innovative solutions and global partnerships to evaluate expanding machine segments that help customers address their most pressing challenges across construction, mining, quarrying and infrastructure industries, the company said.
Takehito Yamaoka, president and representative director of Yanmar Holdings Co. Ltd., and Masafumi Senzaki, president and executive officer of Hitachi Construction Machinery Co. Ltd., announced that the two companies signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) on July 23, 2026, to begin exploring potential collaboration in the compact equipment business.
Strickland MFG touted its attachments and showcased a LANDCROS-painted
The global construction machinery industry is undergoing significant transformation, and companies are being called upon to address various challenges, such as diversifying customer needs, accelerating technological innovation and intensifying global competition. In the compact equipment sector specifically, achieving sustainable growth and enhanced competitiveness is expected to require new approaches that transcend traditional frameworks, such as collaboration between full-line manufacturers and companies specializing in compact equipment.
Exciting new compact products are coming to dealers’ locations soon, including this Zaxis 35U–7, which was unveiled in the theater area during presentations.
Both companies share a commitment to the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship, heritage rooted in a shared dedication to high technological prowess, durability and quality. according to the companies. Building upon this foundation, both companies will now explore potential areas of collaboration in the compact construction equipment business. By leveraging the strengths of Yanmar Compact Equipment, a business unit of Yanmar specializing in compact equipment, alongside the global business infrastructure of Hitachi Construction Machinery in the construction and mining machinery sectors, the companies aim to enhance product competitiveness and deliver greater value to customers.
This process is intended to be carried out while maintaining and respecting the uniqueness of each company’s brand identity. Both companies also will continue to maintain their independent dealer networks. With a top priority on enhancing value for customers and dealers, both companies will discuss a broad range of collaboration possibilities to contribute to the further development and sustainable growth of the compact equipment business. CEG
(All photographs in this article are Copyright 2026 Construction Equipment Guide. All Rights Reserved.)
Hitachi/LANDCROS dealers from coast-to-coast converged on entertainment and event venue, Trilith LIVE in Fayetteville, Ga., on July 21 for day one of annual meetings.
Simon Wilson, chief operations officer of Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas, conveys a lot of information during the meetings in the company’s complete shift to the LANDCROS name in the next nine months.
excavator bucket on the show floor.
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Gallivan Corporation Builds Smarter With Technology
When Brendan Gallivan founded Gallivan Corporation in 1994, he wasn’t thinking about building one of eastern New York’s most diversified site development and landscape construction companies. He was simply a teenager who enjoyed working outdoors, operating equipment and finding ways to build something of his own.
More than 30 years later, that entrepreneurial spirit continues to define the Troy, N.Y.-based company. What began as a lawn mowing business has evolved into a fullservice contractor employing approximately 120 people and performing everything from excavation, grading and utility work to commercial landscaping, hydroseeding, swimming pool installation, masonry, snow removal and specialized blower truck services throughout the Northeast.
“I’ve always liked equipment and moving dirt,” Gallivan said. “Growing up on a horse farm, my brother and I were always building something. That’s really where my interest in construction started.”
Gallivan officially launched the business while still in high school. Within only a few years, the company was performing major hydroseeding projects, including approximately 180 mi. along the New York State Thruway.
“My senior year I had about 10 people working for me,” Gallivan said. “The business just kept growing.”
Instead of pursuing a traditional college education, Gallivan focused on industry training, business development courses and continuing education while expanding the company’s capabilities. His sister, Shannon, who serves as vice president, has been involved since the beginning, helping manage the administrative side of the family business.
Today, Gallivan Corporation maintains one of the region’s more diverse construction fleets, supporting everything from landscape maintenance crews to heavy construction operations. The company also has developed a unique blower truck division capable of placing engineered soils, composts and mulches on projects throughout the eastern United States, including green roof installations on multistory buildings.
Despite that growth, Gallivan said one philosophy has remained unchanged.
“I’m always looking for ways to make our crews more efficient,” he said. “Labor continues to be one of the biggest challenges in our industry. If we can use technology to do more work with fewer people while improving quality, that’s what interests me.”
That mindset has led Gallivan Corporation to embrace equipment technologies that many contractors are only beginning to explore.
Among the company’s most significant investments has been pairing Hitachi excavators with Engcon tiltrotators and Trimble machine control systems.
Gallivan currently has four excavators equipped with the combination, and he believes the technology has fundamentally changed the way his crews approach construction projects.
Instead of constantly repositioning an excavator to attack a job from different angles, the Engcon tiltrotator allows the attachment to rotate and tilt, giving operators far greater flexibility while reducing unnecessary machine movement. see GALLIVAN page 32
Until recently, quick connecting hydraulic attachments from the cab of an excavator was not possible.
The Engcon tiltrotator gives provides a 360-degree rotation for buckets and attachments.
(L-R) are Ron Unser, fleet manager, Gallivan Companies; Scott Collins, vice president, Tracey Road Equipment; Brendan Gallivan Jr., Gallivan Companies; Brendan Gallivan Sr., president of Gallivan Companies; and John Harrigan, chief mechanic, Gallivan companies.
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2019 John Deere 332G, 1,420 hrs, 3600 lb lift, cab w/ a/c, aux hyd w/high flow, hyd coupler, joystick controls, backup
2008 Thomas Protough 400, 533 hours, 3 yard, 4” top
2019 Western Star 4700, 170,642 miles, triaxle, 18 ft steel 2016 Komatsu PC228USLC-10,
hours, 42” bucket, hydraulic Rockland thumb, hydraulic JRB coupler, a/c, good u/c, backup camera, 6 cylinder Komatsu turbo, 166 hp, stk#XC973 $132,500
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2003 Caterpillar 315CL, 8,944 hours, hydraulic Caterpillar 2003 CEC Box-IT 710, 5 yard, 3” punch plate square top, 3/4” slotted bottom screen, 3 cyl Deutz diesel, stk#SC005 $44,500
2019 Case TV370, 1,858 hours, 3700 lb lift, hydraulic
2021 Kobelco SK85CS-7, 1,444 hours, 17” digging bucket & 4 ft cleanup bucket, auxiliary hydraulics, a/c, hyd coupler, 8 ft blade, backup camera, 2 spd, swing boom, 4 cyl Yanmar turbo diesel, 20.1k lbs, stk#XC899 $69,500
Case 580SN, 2,101 hours, 4x4, x-hoe cab w/ a/c, front hyd coupler w/ 3rd valve, ride control, power shift, pilot controls, 24” digging bucket, comes w/ forks, stk#BH420 $54,500
1993 Caterpillar CS-583, 2,651 hours, 84” smooth single drum, drum drive, vibratory, 6 cyl Cat 3116 turbo, one owner machine, 33k lbs, stk#CO120 $37,500
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Cat 815F, 2006, EROPS cab, 12’4” S-Blade w/ tilt, new paint job, very good condition, 9,400 HMR $195,000
Hamm GRW-5 Pneumatic Roller, 1994, Deutz Diesel, ROPS Canopy, (9) Ea . 7 .50-15C1 Tires .
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(4) Cat 825C’s, 1981-1990, EROPS, S-blade w/tilt, all work ready From $79,500 Rammax Walk Behind Rollers, over 25 in stock, lever & remote $4,000 to $10,000 (8) Sheepsfoot, 48" and 60", double drum & single drum, tow type
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Cat 336EL, 2012, 33 5” TBG pads, Q/C, aux hyd, 6,700 HMR, work ready
$162,500
Cat 336FL, 2015, 33 5” TBG Pads, Q/C, aux hyd, 4,300 HMR, work ready $224,500
Komatsu PC220LC-8 Longreach, 2011, Young Boom/ Stick 60’ reach, 3,500 HMR
$179,000
Kobelco SK210LC, 2007, Q/C, aux hyd, 31 5” TBG Pads, 3,900 HMR
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Broderson IC80-2E, 1997, 8 .5 ton, 24’ boom, dual fuel, 10 00R15 tires, 3,400 hrs
$127,500
$21,500 Grove RT58C, 1981, down cab, 18 ton r .t ., 70' boom anti-two block, GM dsl, clean $49,500
$145,000
Volvo A40, 1996, 40 tons, 395 hp, 6WD, A/C, 29 5R25, working everyday
Volvo A40, 1996, 40 tons, 11,000 hrs, 6WD, 20 .5R25, A/C, P/S trans, 29 cy cap ., 6/06 hitch rebuilt . $115,000
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Volvo A40, 1995, 40 tons, 395 hp, 8WD, 29 5R25, A/C, P/S trans, tailgate, work ready
Volvo A35C, 1998, 35 tons, 6WD, 26 5R25 tires, approx 7,000 hrs, good condition
$147,500
Volvo A35, 1995, 35 tons, 326 hp, 6WD, 26 .5x25, A/C, P/S trans, working everyday on jobsites
$87,500
Volvo A35, 1995, 35 tons, 326 hp, 6WD, 26 5R25, A/C,
P/S trans, 26 cy, working everyday on jobsites
$89,000
Volvo A30C, 1996, 30 tons, 11,000 hrs, 296 hp, 6WD, 23 5R25, 21 cy cap, A/C, P/S trans, works everyday
$122,500
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Cat D5NXL, 2006, 10’ PAT Blade, Paccar PA55 winch, 22” Pads, 4,100 HMR
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Cat 613C Water Wagon, 1994, 5000 gal drop tank, ROPS, spray heads
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Cat 621F, 1996, Scraper, OROPS, 33 25x2, very good condition CALL
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Cat D6NLGP, 2014, Foldable VPAT Blade, Paccar PA55 winch, 7,200 HMR
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Single Shank Ripper, 8,400 HMR
$229,500
(8) IT28F/G Forks, Balderson qc, 48"-60" pallet style, excellent $4,000
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Cat D6TXW, 2013, 13’6” VPAT Blade, Carco 70APS winch, 28” pads, 7,300 HMR
Pittsburgh-based firm specializing in heavy highway and heavy civil construction in the Mid-Atlantic region, re-opened the I-376 Commercial Street Bridge in Pittsburgh for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) on July 27, 17 days after closing it and a week ahead of PennDOT’s maximum deadline of Aug. 3.
Fay, S&B USA Construction Reopens Pittsburgh Bridge
During the closure, Fay demolished the existing bridge and completed a lateral slide of the new bridge into place using accelerated bridge construction (ABC) methods.
Fay constructed the new bridge directly beside the existing 75-year-old bridge. Using ABC techniques reduced more than four years of long-term lane closures and restrictions on I-376 to a fewer than three-week closure of part of the corridor between the Edgewood/Swissvale (Exit 77) interchange and the Squirrel Hill Tunnel in Edgewood and Swissvale boroughs and the city of Pittsburgh. I-376 is one of the most heavily traveled highways in western Pennsylvania, supporting more than 100,000 vehicles per day.
“This is Fay’s 10th ABC project and marks the largest one in Fay’s nearly 80-year history,” said Ryan Surrena, president of Fay. “We thank PennDOT for the confidence in our team to deliver the largest lateral bridge slide in Pennsylvania, as well as the traveling public and regional businesses for their patience as we constructed and slid the modern structure into position. From day one of work, PennDOT and Fay shared a common vision to deliver this project safely, quickly and precisely.”
Completed in 1951, the original Commercial Street Bridge was scheduled for replacement because it had reached the end of its service life and could no longer carry permit loads. Fay’s demolition team dismantled the original bridge in six days using conventional demolition methods to remove the concrete deck, parapets and overhangs, followed by a
structure directly beside the previous bridge over approximately two years in a $95 million project. The new structure features three spans and seven 825-linear-ft. girder lines. Each delta frame consists of seven pieces of steel ranging in weight from 25,000-80,000 lbs.. The largest piece is a 163-ft. header beam.
future maintenance.
Following a conventional demolition of the bridge deck, Fay performed a controlled implosion to drop the remainder of the former Commercial Street Bridge in Pittsburgh on July 16, 2026.
During construction, intermittent lane closures and restrictions were only required for delivery of the steel girders, work on overhead signage and other supporting work.
Mammoet, the Netherlands-based heavylifting specialist, lifted and slid the 22-millionlb. (11,000 ton) structure 102 ft. from its system jacks. The slide took less than 10 hours to complete. According to Mammoet, the Commercial Street Bridge was the heaviest bridge the company has moved in the United States.
While the new bridge is open to traffic, the project will continue into summer 2027 as Fay returns Commercial Street below the bridge to its original alignment, removes the temporary bridge foundations and clears all remaining debris. Fay also will restore Frick
Fay, S&B USA Construction photo
Tandem System Streamlines Grading, Compaction Ops
For heavy construction and land development crews, the biggest drains on profitability are excessive fuel consumption, high equipment maintenance and repetitive grading cycles. To solve this, Strobel Manufacturing engineered a powerful tandem system: the Strobel HD 20 Heavy Duty Box Scraper and Dual Earth Packer combination.
This system cuts, fills, levels and packs massive swaths of terrain in a single, efficient pass, delivering a drastically lower cost per banked cubic yard, according to Strobel.
One-Pass Tandem Solution
Traditional earthmoving workflows
model in its class, the massive HD 20 is engineered specifically to withstand punishing industrial conditions.
Reinforced Structure: Features reinforced, solid-welded sidewalls that prevent flexing and handle high-volume material loads without structural fatigue.
Frame Integrity: A continuous tongue is welded entirely through the frame directly to the heavy back plate, optimizing pulling power and stabilizing the unit under maximum stress. Folding tongue and axles allows for transport without wide load permits.
Superior Longevity: Built with antirotational, fully greaseable pivot points and
replaceable high-strength cutting blades to minimize maintenance downtime.
Ultimate Weapon for Haul Road Maintenance
Potholes, ruts and wash boarding on heavy construction haul roads cause immediate, costly damage to haul truck suspensions, tires and cycle times. The HD 20 and Dual Packer combination serves as a maintenance solution for high-traffic haul roads.
The massive 20-ft. wide cutting blade effortlessly shaves off high spots, drops material into deep ruts and crowns the road for proper drainage, the company said. Immediately behind the blade, the Strobel Earth Packer seals the surface. Armed with hardened Stoodite teeth arranged in a high-density configuration — providing 30 percent more hard-surfaced teeth than a standard chevron pattern — the packers deliver exceptional, deep compaction while self-cleaning on every single revolution. The result is a well-compacted, tightly sealed haul road that maximizes haul truck speeds and minimizes equipment wear, according to Strobel.
High Agility, Permit-Free Transport
Despite its massive working footprint, the Strobel system is uniquely engineered for jobsite transitions. Moving a traditional 20-ft. wide piece of equipment normally demands
expensive wide-load permits, escort vehicles and routing restrictions.
Strobel bypasses this regulatory bottleneck entirely with an intelligent, transport-friendly design, the company said. The HD 20 features a specialized fold-in tongue alongside folding axles. This allows the entire configuration to fold down into a compact profile, enabling legal road transport between job sites without wide-load permits. On the job, this same axle and tongue geometry grants operators increased agility, allowing for tight, nimble turns in confined spaces that traditional scrapers simply cannot match, according to Strobel.
Strobel also offers this set-up with a HD 12 Scraper and Single Packer. This setup delivers maximum dual-action earthmoving efficiency in tight spaces, sharp turns and restricted construction sites where massive self-propelled equipment cannot navigate, added the company.
Lower Capital Investment, Better Bottom Line
Investing in self-propelled scrapers and dedicated motor graders requires immense capital expenditure and steep ongoing maintenance costs. The pull-type Strobel HD 20 and Dual Packer system optimizes contractors’ existing tractor fleet, turning a high-horsepower tractor into a highproduction mass grading and compaction machine, according to Strobel.
require an array of single-purpose machines: one to cut the dirt, another to level it and a heavy roller to compact it. This creates major operational bottlenecks and drives up labor costs.
The Strobel integrated scraper-packer tandem eliminates these extra steps completely. By hooking the 20-ft. heavy-duty box scraper directly ahead of the heavy-duty Dual Earth Packers, contractors combine land leveling and high-density compaction into one streamlined operation. Contractors instantly save time, conserve fuel and drastically reduce the number of operators needed on site, according to Strobel.
Built Strobel Strong
When managing large-scale commercial site preparation, feedlot development or agricultural land improvement, structural integrity is non-negotiable. As the widest
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Strobel Manufacturing’s HD 20-ft. Scraper and Dual Packers are designed for construction, land leveling and maintaining haul roads.
Strobel Manufacturing photo Strobel Manufacturing offers this set-up with a HD 12 Scraper and Single Packer.
TWO WAYS TO TAKE
Tech Powers Gallivan Corporation’s Continued Growth
GALLIVAN from page 20
“We look at projects differently now,” Gallivan said. “Instead of moving the machine all the time, we’re moving the attachment. It saves time, improves production and allows us to do things that simply weren’t practical before.”
Each excavator is equipped with an assortment of attachments, including grading buckets, digging buckets, trenching buckets, grapples and plate compactors.
Combined with Trimble machine control, Gallivan said the machines have become multi-purpose tools capable of replacing additional labor and equipment on many projects.
“When we decided to go with the tiltrotators, we also decided to install Trimble machine control,” he said. “We wanted to build what I call a Swiss Army knife. Once operators become comfortable with the technology, they begin looking at every project differently.”
Gallivan estimated operators become proficient after roughly 20 to 25 hours in the seat, but said the learning process never really stops.
“The more you use it, the more applications you find for it,” he said.
One recent residential project demonstrated the technology’s potential.
Working alongside his 11-year-old son, Gallivan completed excavation for a home foundation, garage foundation, backfilling and compaction using two Hitachi excavators equipped with Engcon tiltrotators and Trimble machine control.
“In most cases there wasn’t anyone on the ground,” Gallivan said. “The two of us completed the work ourselves.”
The project also highlighted another source of pride for Gallivan.
His son already spends summers working alongside the company’s technicians, learning equipment maintenance, inspecting machines and developing the same appreciation for construction equipment that inspired his father years ago.
“It makes me proud,” Gallivan said. “He loves equipment. He likes working. He likes fixing things. Hopefully he’ll continue to enjoy being part of the business.”
Supporting Gallivan Corporation’s growing fleet has been an equally important relationship with Tracey Road Equipment.
Gallivan first began working with the dealership around 2016 while expanding the company’s blower truck operation. What started with purchases of Western Star trucks eventually grew into a broad partnership that today includes Hitachi
excavators, Hitachi wheel loaders, trailers and additional equipment.
Gallivan credits Scott Collins of Tracey Road Equipment with helping evaluate new equipment technologies while understanding the company’s long-term growth strategy.
“We’ve built a great relationship with Scott Collins and the entire Tracey Road organization,” Gallivan said. “They understand our business and how we operate. Whether it’s trucks, excavators or support after the sale, they’ve always been there for us.”
That relationship has become increasingly valuable as Gallivan Corporation has standardized much of its excavator fleet around Hitachi equipment.
Today, the company operates nine Hitachi excavators along with multiple Hitachi wheel loaders supporting excavation, grading and winter snow removal operations.
Gallivan believes Hitachi’s hydraulic performance has proven especially beneficial when operating Engcon tiltrotators and other hydraulic attachments.
“The hydraulic power is impressive,” he said. “The machines are smooth, powerful and extremely fuel efficient. Once you start running hydraulic attachments every day, you really appreciate the way the Hitachi hydraulics perform.”
Gallivan also believes the combination of Hitachi excavators and Engcon tiltrotators has become one of the company’s greatest productivity advantages.
“The two products really complement each other,” he said. “The Hitachi hydraulics make the Engcon perform the way it’s designed to. Together they’ve allowed us to take on projects differently and complete work more efficiently.”
While technology continues to reshape the construction industry, Gallivan said the company’s future will remain rooted in the same principles that helped launch the business more than three decades ago: Keep learning. Keep investing. Keep finding better ways to serve customers.
“It’s all about improving,” Gallivan said. “There’s always a better way to do something. If you’re willing to embrace new ideas and keep learning, your business continues to grow.”
For Gallivan Corporation, that philosophy has carried the company from a teenage lawn mowing operation to one of the Capital Region’s most respected construction firms — and continues to shape the next generation of the family business. CEG
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The integrated grab on the Engcon tiltrotator adds tremendous flexibility when picking up materials on the site.
Brendan Gallivan Sr. and Jr. expressed complete satisfaction with both the operation of their Hitachi excavator and the service they receive from Tracey Road Equipment.
Brendan Gallivan Jr. appreciates the simple operation excavator and tiltrotator package offers.
The combination of Hitachi and Engcon from Tracey Road Equipment has proven to be a huge labor and time saver for the Gallivan Companies.
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Wheeled Pavers Take On Tunnel Modernization
It’s a mammoth project: Current plans foresee the complete renovation and modernization of the Mont Blanc Tunnel over its full length of almost 12 km by 2042.
Working on the project are two wheeled pavers from Vögele — a latest-generation SUPER 1803-5 X and a SUPER 1303-3i.
Around 2 million vehicles a year travel through the Mont Blanc Tunnel. Since the 1960s, the tunnel has linked Chamonix in France to Courmayeur in Italy, making it one of the most important north-south corridors in the European road network.
Over almost the next two decades, the infrastructure is to be modernized in stages, and the safety technology will be brought up to date. However, since the tunnel is of the utmost importance for tourism on both the French and Italian sides, it can only be closed for a few weeks — and countless nights — at a time.
As part of the project, contractor Cogeis SpA was commissioned to carry out extensive resurfacing work on a 400 m section of the tunnel. This was a challenge, as tunnel sites mean confined spaces, darkness, restricted visibility, strict safety requirements and a tightly scheduled project timeline.
In just one night, the aim was to pave the entire section with a 5-cm surface course across a width of 6.5 m. In
cases like this, everything depends on efficient machine technology, so the contractor chose to use a latest-generation wheeled paver from Vögele, the SUPER 1803-5 X.
With a laydown rate of up to 700 t/h, this representative of the Universal Class is Vögele’s most powerful wheeled paver and can pave widths of up to 8.25 m. This enabled the paving crew to use the SUPER 1803-5 X for the seamless paving of both carriageways in a single pass.
Its agility also played an important role, as its Pivot Steer steering brake reduces its turning circle to just 4.2 m, enabling it to maneuver with ease, even in the narrow tunnel. It was backed up by its “little brother,” the SUPER 1303-3i: This Compact Class paver allowed the paving crew to pave three emergency parking and breakdown bays with a length of 150 m and a width of 2.8 m parallel to the two-lane carriageway.
The technologies of the new “Dash 5” generation brought several advantages on this tunnel project, including, among other things, the new automatic and comfort functions of the SUPER 1803-5 X.
The convenient Paver Access Control (PAC), for ex ample, was a great help to the crew when starting up and shutting down the paver.
The mouth of the Mont Blanc Tunnel
The SUPER 1803-5 X is Vögele’s most powerful wheeled paver and features numerous new technologies.
The steering wheel of the paver operator’s console is smaller than before, making it even easier to operate the buttons.
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Vögele SUPER 1803-5 X Paver Effective On Winding Roads
The roadways of a metal recycling yard in the Brigachtal valley in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, are frequented daily by heavy trucks. The lead contractor deployed a new Vögele SUPER 1803-5 X paver for the resurfacing of the asphalted yard. The wheeled paver demonstrated its advantages on the winding roadways of the site.
Time-Window of Just One Day
Formerly a scrap merchant, today a commercial enterprise in the non-ferrous metals sector in the Black Forest: the roadways in the yard at Scholz Metall are severely stressed by continuous heavy truck movements. In view of this, the company commissioned Karl Müller Tief- und Straßenbau from Niedereschach to resurface the 2300 sq. ft. site. The project brief specified the paving of a high quality, two-layer asphalt pavement — a 2.4 to 3.14 in. binder course and a 1.6 in. surface course — within a timewindow of just one day. Marco Müller, thirdgeneration managing director, decided to use the new SUPER 1803-5 X wheeled paver from Vögele for the job.
First Wheeled Paver of Dash 5 Generation
The first wheeled paver of the Dash 5 paver generation was presented at bauma 2025. It combines the advantages of a wheeled paver — high maneuverability and mobility during repositioning — with the advantages of the Dash 5 paver generation: more operator comfort, automated processes, shorter setup times and low noise and exhaust emissions.
“The paver is impressively quiet and economical,” said Marco Müller. “That’s a big thing for our paving crew and from a business perspective.” With paving widths from 8.37 ft. to 27.1 ft., its particular versatility makes it the ideal choice for a wide range of applications.
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Paving Around Manhole Covers
The complexities of the recycling yard posed a challenge for the paving crew: The site has numerous corners, a number of narrow sections, and ten manhole covers.
“On this job, the wheeled paver’s maneuverability played a major role,” said Müller. Equipped with the pivot steer steering brake, the turning radius of the SUPER 18035 X can be reduced by more than 6.6 ft. This made it easy to work around the manhole covers. “The machine performed flawlessly — my expectations were even exceeded.”
Quickly Deployable, Easy to Use
The clear and logically laid out operating concept of the Vögele paver is particularly
The lead contractor used a Vögele SUPER 1803-5 X wheeled paver for the resurfacing of heavily used asphalted roadways in the recycling yard.
helpful.
“You felt right at home on the machine straight away, and the operators could get started directly without extensive training,” Müller said.
Compared with the Dash 3 version, the ErgoPlus 5 operating concept offers a better overview, more comfort and storage options, improved ergonomics and an optional touchscreen display for digital applications. Vögele has redesigned the steering wheel in a more compact form that provides a clearer overview and makes it easier to use the function buttons.
Lighting Package for Poorly Lit Areas
In the course of the paving project at the recycling yard, new assistance systems and automated functions also proved their practical value by simplifying commissioning and certain paving functions, as well as reducing setup times. These included, amongst others, the optional lighting package plus: When paving under roofed areas and in poor light, the permanently integrated lighting could be switched on as needed — with no extra installation effort required.
Tamper Stroke Adjustment at Press of Button
Müller also sees a major advantage in the upgraded extending screed: The new generation AB 500 TV screed enables hydraulic tamper stroke adjustment. With the so-called dual power shift tamper, operators can set the tamper stroke at the press of a button.
Compared to mechanical adjustment, this saves a lot of time and is particularly practical in the event of varying layer thicknesses. In combination with the tamper and vibration compacting systems, the screed achieved high pre-compaction and surface quality on the project site. This was an important factor, as the paved roadways of the recycling yard have to permanently withstand heavy loads.
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Blue Diamond Launches Line of Self-Leveling Cold Planers
Blue Diamond Attachments announced its new line of self-leveling extreme-duty Series 2 cold planers, designed for road surface milling, concrete scarification and asphalt removal applications.
The comprehensive line includes eight models ranging from 14 in. to 48 in. in milling width, compatible with skid steer and compact track loaders and the attachments are available in both low and high flow.
The new cold planer line features several design elements that enhance performance and precision:
• a patented self-leveling system ensures constant milling depth regardless of ground contour or machine position;
• independent right and left depth adjustment capability, available in both mechanical and hydraulic configurations, enables precise surface matching and perfect side-by-side passes;
• standard hydraulic side shift functionality allows flush milling against walls and other obstacles; and
• multiple drum options with different widths and teeth layouts accommodate various applications from asphalt to concrete milling.
“Our extreme-duty Series 2 cold planer line represents a significant advancement in road maintenance and construction capabilities for contractors and municipalities,” said Drew Truan, chief operating officer of Blue Diamond Attachments. “By combining precise depth control with exceptional stability and versatility, we’re enabling operators to achieve superior results across a wide range of applications, from pothole repair to complete surface removal.”
The cold planers feature milling depths from 4.3 in. to 6.7 in., depending on model and working speeds of up to 16.4 ft. per minute. All models have an optional dust suppression spray system and clear depth indicators for precise control. The line’s robust construction and directdrive hydraulic motors ensure reliable performance while minimizing maintenance requirements, according to the manufacturer. CEG
Wheeled Paver Delivers Impressive Tunnel Performance
TUNNEL from page 35
The crew was able to use the control unit on the screed to control all initial steps from the ground just by pressing a se ries of buttons: turning on the lights and starting the engine, putting up the hardtop, lowering the screed and booting up the machine control system. It enabled operators to switch on the integrated lighting in the dark tunnel and start preparing for work at once.
The optional Light Package Plus of the “Dash 5” paver was a great help in the Mont Blanc Tunnel in more ways than one.
Apart from being easy to activate without any installation effort or setup time, the new lighting system provided opti mal illumination: The package contains additional integrated LED lights in the hardtop and in the cross-member of the control panel, illumination of the tow point rams, freely positionable headlights and a special hardtop extension with powerful LEDs. These evenly illuminate the working area to a width of up to 10 m and up to 4 m behind the screed.
“This enabled us to set up and prepare the paver quickly without the need for additional lighting and then work in ideal lighting conditions,” said Lori Bibe, paver operator at Cogeis SpA.
Another benefit in the Mont Blanc Tunnel: The SUPER 1803-5 X has a drive concept that significantly reduces both fuel consumption, carbon emissions and noise. The major role here is played by the improved EcoPlus low-emissions package. This reduces fuel consumption and, in combination with other measures, cuts noise emissions.
The latest-generation AB 500 TV extending screed also
works with lower noise levels than before.
“These factors are critical, especially in narrow, enclosed spaces like the construction site here in the tunnel,” foreman Antonio Lachi said.
The new installation aid for bolt-on screed extensions and the efficient heating of the compacting systems also help to minimize the set-up time.
In combination with the optimized material management, which ensured a consistent supply of material and an ideal head of material in front of the screed, the paving crew achieved a high standard of paving quality. All of this occurred despite the tight deadlines and the asphalt having to travel for around two hours in winter temperatures.
The Mont Blanc Tunnel shows just what the “Dash 5” generation can achieve in day-to-day situations: more convenience, simple operation and greater efficiency when paving.
(All photos courtesy of Wirtgen Group.)
“The new extending screed is very user friendly and saved us a lot of time here,” Lachi said.
Blue Diamond Attachments photo
Blue Diamond Attachments announced its new line of self-leveling extreme-duty Series 2 cold planers, designed for road surface milling, concrete scarification and asphalt removal applications.
Light Package Plus: Integrated LEDs illuminate the working area evenly to a width of up to 10 m and to a distance of up to 4 m behind the screed.
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SAKAI America Announces Updates to Its SV544-1 Series Soil Compactor
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The pictured SV544-1 variant is a padfoot model (SV544T-1) with the following factory-installed optional equipment: bolt-through design smooth shell kit, enclosed cab and hydraulic leveling blade.
SAKAI America Inc. has begun shipping the SV544-1 Series vibratory single drum soil compactor to its dealer network. As the latest update to the bestselling 84-in. SV544 line, the SV5441 introduces targeted powertrain improvements designed to enhance overall performance and efficiency on the job site.
The primary update to the SV544-1 is the integration of the Cummins F3.8 Performance Series engine, which now delivers 148 hp (110 kW). This engine provides a 14 percent increase in peak horsepower over the previous 130 hp model at the same rpm. Operators also will experience a 23 percent increase in peak torque, rising from 360 lb.-ft. to 443 lb.-ft., delivered 100 rpm sooner for improved responsiveness under load. Alongside this power increase, the SV544-1 offers improved fuel efficiency by an estimated 8 percent and features an ECO mode for further savings. The engine also operates with reduced noise levels and provides an
8.2 percent reduction in CO2 emissions by utilizing the proven Cummins Single Module, according to the company.
“The SV544 has long been our bestselling model, known for its proven SAKAI reliability, ease-of-use, and durability,” said Brad Belvin, manager of sales and marketing of SAKAI America. “With the SV544-1, we are improving that legacy by giving contractors more usable power, while simultaneously cutting fuel costs. It’s a practical update designed to support job site efficiency.”
To support these mechanical upgrades, SAKAI engineers also have implemented a simplified ECM harness for improved machine integration as well as other packaging changes. The SV544-1 otherwise retains the familiar features operators rely on, including straightforward analog controls that eliminate the need for failure-prone touch screens or multi-function panels. The machine continues to come standard with user-selectable traction control, a
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“We are proud that the SV544-1 is fully assembled in our Georgia, USA factory,” said Wes Shepherd, VP of operations of SAKAI America. “As we prepare to celebrate 50 years in North America and 25 years of local manufacturing here in Adairsville this fall, producing this updated model is a testament to our team’s ongoing commitment. We continue to combine legendary Japanese engineering with reliable USA-based assembly and support.”
The SAKAI SV544-1 Series is currently shipping to authorized SAKAI dealers. The model line features operating weights starting from 24,405 lbs. and offers up to 63 percent (32 degrees) gradeability. Every unit is backed by SAKAI’s 3-year / 3,000-hour warranty.
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GOMACO Presents Polymer Paver for Ultra-Thin Overlays
GOMACO introduced the polymer paver for the ultra-thin overlay market.
The polymer paver can pave overlays on bridge decks and flat slabs in widths from 6 to 30 ft. The all-welded steel frame sections feature bolted connections, allowing easy width changes. The welded polymer paving pan sections are available in widths to match the frame sections.
Vibration is provided by sectional rotary eccentrics supported by ball bearings. The vibration is coordinated to start and stop with the machine movement. A dual-drive 9 in. variable speed auger spreads the material ahead of the paving pan.
The polymer paver’s power is provided by a 74 hp diesel engine, which eliminates the inconvenience and expense of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). Four tracks allow for easy operation and loading/unloading. A four-bogie option allows for paving up against a barrier wall.
The polymer paver features the G+ control system for grade and steering. A 10-in. full-color display provides the operator with control over all paving machine functions. The control system
is multi-lingual and can toggle between metric and imperial settings. The tethered control display is magnetically mounted and can be positioned where the operator prefers for optimal operator visibility.
The polymer paver made its world debut at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026 in Las Vegas, Nev., in booth C30282. It was be part of GOMACO’s display of 13 pieces of equipment showcasing the company’s full line of concrete paving and support equipment.
For more information, visit gomaco.com.
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High Performance, Quality Results
The CP100II sets the standard for versatility, component lifecycle and mat quality. With a powerful 100 horsepower engine, an array of configurations and the class-leading Carlson EZCSS single slide screed, it’s easy to see why the CP100II is the ideal choice for heavy-duty commercial paving.
The Carlson CP100 II sets the standard for versatility, component lifecycle and mat quality. With a powerful 100hp engine, an array of configurations and the class-leading EZCSS single slide screed, it’s time to see why the CP100 II has fast become the contractor’s choice for heavy-duty commercial paver platforms.
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Cat Launches Six New Attachments for Next Generation Equipment
Caterpillar announced a range of new Cat attachments to increase application flexibility of its next generation skid steer loader (SSL) and compact track loader (CTL), mini hydraulic excavators and certain backhoe loader models.
Built to deliver performance in the field, these new attachments are designed to optimize the performance advantages offered by next generation machines when completing land reclamation, grading, construction, demolition, agriculture, snow removal, trenching and other applications, according to Caterpillar.
“Next generation Cat CTL and SSL models ushered in a new era of machine performance and capabilities,” said Hayden Murray, global director of compact products. “Our new heavy duty multipurpose (HD MP) buckets provide increased bucket capacity and durability, meeting the higher power and performance of next generation loaders. For larger CTLs equipped with rear auxiliary hydraulics, we now offer a retrieval winch optimized for land management machines and the ripper/scarifier tool breaks up and conditions the ground for grading and landscaping applications.”
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Caterpillar announced a range of new Cat attachments to increase application flexibility of its next generation skid steer loader (SSL) and compact track loader (CTL), mini-hydraulic excavators and certain backhoe loader models.
New Cat HD MP buckets help to optimize SSL and CTL versatility when digging, dozing, clamping, scraping, back dragging, grading and leveling. Designed specifically for next generation Cat 250 — 285 models, eight different bucket options offer widths ranging from 74 to 92 in. and capacities of 0.7 to 0.88 cu. yds. These new HD MP buckets deliver up to 21 percent higher capacity versus similar standard MP buckets, according to Caterpillar.
With their serrated clam and dozer edges, these new buckets provide better material clamping retention. Reinforced side plates enhance bucket longevity and performance in demanding digging conditions and bolt- on replaceable cutting edges offer edge protection, enhance structural strength and prolong bucket life. Serrated steps help to ensure the operator’s safety when entering/exiting the cab.
Ideal for Land Management
Designed for larger Cat 270 to 285 XE models equipped with rear auxiliary hydraulics, the new Cat retrieval winch allows operators to self-retrieve or recover a stuck machine due to challenging terrain or adverse underfoot conditions.
Featuring an industrial planetary gear and hydraulic winch motor, this new winch offers a rated line pull of 18,000 lb. ft. The design minimally impedes rear camera view to give operators maximum visibility to machine clearances and recovery operations.
With its quick-disconnect hose design, the retrieval winch integrates into the joystick controls for dedicated hydraulic power-in/power-out operation. Its recessed roller fairlead design provides protection from damage, while permanently lubricated bronze bushings offer long roller life and smooth winch rope retrieval. Featuring a swing-away winch frame design, service techs maintain full-service access to the engine bay with simple removal of the retention-pin, according to Caterpillar.
for scarifying tree roots, fields and small to medium rocks and, when paired with the Cat smart dozer blade and Cat smart grader blade, it enhances grading in construction applications. Integrated with joystick controls, it features dedicated operational control.
The removable and replaceable shanks and teeth are the same design as those used on Cat motor graders, and its multi-shank design allows the operator to select the number of shanks necessary for the application. The ripper/scarifier’s unique parallelogram linkage design allows shanks and teeth to rotate inward when raised to maximize machine departure angle. When lowered, it enables full-service access to the engine bay for daily maintenance tasks, according to Caterpillar.
“Our innovative next generation mini excavators made significant performance and serviceability advancements with groundbreaking designs, technology integration and an elevated operator experience,” said Murray. “These new mulcher, grading beam and tilting bucket attachments, specifically designed to meet customer needs, offer more solutions to enhance productivity and utilization, so customers can do more jobs with one machine.”
DESIGNED TO GIVE YOU AN EDGE
High-Performance Mulching
New Cat bite-limiter mulchers for 6- to 10-ton Cat mini excavators deliver high-performance cutting and mulching of vegetation, saplings and undergrowth from overgrown agricultural and forested terrain. With ribs on the rotor limiting material penetration of the chisel teeth to prevent stalling, the new mulcher quickly reduces trees and shrubs into mulched material, making it ideal for environmental maintenance and land reclamation, according to Caterpillar. Smaller bits provide a finer finish product for fast decomposition.
Efficient Ripping/Scarifying
Designed for use with Cat CTLs with rear auxiliary hydraulics, the new Cat ripper/scarifier breaks up, loosens or conditions the surface layer of compacted soil. It is ideal
When you have big-time projects and little time to get them done, you need a machine that rises to the occasion. With impressive blade width and capacity, our large P-Tier Dozers can help you doze, grade, and move earth to the max. And with enhanced visibility to the blade edge, you’ll see your jobsite like never before.
An integrated thumb bracket allows the operator to pull or push material into position for mulching or to move it away from the mulching area. With a gauge included to ensure correct sharpening, the chisel teeth deliver a consistent cut and finished product, according to Caterpillar.
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A backhoe loader allows a single operator to move between excavation, material handling, site preparation and cleanup without requiring additional equipment for every task.
Why Backhoe Loaders Still Earn Their Place On Projects
Spend enough time around road crews and you’ll notice something interesting. Even on projects filled with specialized equipment, there’s usually a backhoe loader somewhere on site.
At first glance, that might seem surprising.
Roadbuilding fleets have become increasingly specialized over the years. Excavators, dozers, wheel loaders and paving equipment are designed to perform specific tasks with impressive efficiency. Yet despite that evolution, the backhoe loader remains a fixture on projects across the country.
The reason is simple: road construction demands flexibility.
No two jobs are exactly alike, and even the best-planned projects encounter unexpected challenges. Utility conflicts, changing work priorities and evolving site conditions require equipment that can adapt as quickly as crews do.
That’s where the backhoe loader continues to prove its value.
Getting More From Available Resources
Contractors today face pressure from multiple directions.
One of the biggest challenges continues to be labor. Many contractors are finding it harder to recruit and retain experienced equipment operators, while veteran workers retire and fewer new entrants join the industry. At the same time, infrastructure investment and ongoing road, utility and maintenance work are keeping demand for skilled labor high.
In addition to labor challenges, managers must contend with rising equipment costs, transportation expenses and tight project schedules. As a result, fleet decisions are increasingly focused on getting the most
value from available resources, both human and machine.
To address these challenges, contractors are looking for equipment that can contribute across multiple phases of a project.
A backhoe loader allows a single operator to move between excavation, material handling, site preparation and cleanup without requiring additional equipment for every task. A crew might spend the morning excavating around a utility crossing, move aggregate after lunch and finish the day preparing an area for paving operations – all with the same machine and operator.
On larger jobs, a backhoe often supports production by handling the work that doesn’t justify pulling larger equipment away from critical tasks, whether that’s reopening a trench, cleaning up around drainage structures or moving materials where they’re needed. On smaller projects, a backhoe loader may serve as a primary machine.
Either way, the goal is the same: keep crews productive and projects moving.
Where Roadwork, Utility Work Meet
Modern road projects rarely involve pavement alone.
Many include drainage improvements, water and sewer infrastructure, telecommunications work or utility relocations. Crews often move between roadway construction and utility-related activities throughout the day, sometimes within the same work zone.
To make matters more complex, much of this work takes place on active roadways where maintaining traffic flow is a priority. Contractors must work within tight footprints, limited lane closures and congested rights of way, making maneuverability and versatility especially valuable.
see JCB page 62
Kubota Updates Its L47, M62 TLB Backhoes to Meet Needs
Kubota’s L47 and M62 tractorloader-backhoes (TLBs) have features designed to meet the needs of the construction, landscaping and rental sectors. Both TLBs are more powerful than their predecessors and comply with Tier 4 Final emissions regulations, according to Kubota.
An optional hydraulic coupler, available on both models, enables
the company. The M62 has a 14-ft. maximum digging depth, a 17 percent improvement over the previous model.
In addition, the backhoe features a quick coupler system for a fast exchange of buckets, and a fourpoint rear mounting system allows the backhoe to be easily removed and reattached, according to the company.
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Attachments Give Backhoe Loader Advantage On Job Site
JCB from page 60
To solve these challenges safely and efficiently, crews need equipment that can handle a variety of responsibilities.
For these situations, the backhoe is an ideal solution. It can excavate around utilities, load material, assist with drainage installation and support cleanup operations as work progresses. Its compact footprint and ability to quickly transition between tasks allow crews to complete work efficiently while minimizing disruptions to traffic and surrounding operations.
Rather than waiting for another machine to become available, crews can often address issues as they arise and maintain momentum throughout the project. Whether supporting utility crews ahead of paving operations or handling punch-list work along an active roadway, the machine’s flexibility helps keep projects moving.
Mobility Matters
Whether it’s a highway improvement project stretching across several miles or a maintenance crew responsible for multiple repair sites, road projects are rarely confined to a single location. Moving equipment efficiently can have a significant impact on productivity.
Every time a machine needs to be loaded onto a trailer, transported to another location and unloaded again, crews lose valuable time. Coordinating transportation also requires additional personnel and equipment, adding another layer of complexity to already demanding schedules.
A backhoe loader’s ability to travel between nearby work areas without requiring additional transport equipment helps crews respond quickly as priorities shift. If an issue arises at
another section of the project or a crew needs support at a nearby location, the machine can often be moved and put to work with minimal disruption.
That flexibility is particularly valuable for contractors performing road maintenance, utility repairs and municipal infrastructure work, where crews may be responsible for multiple sites in a single day. Instead of waiting for transportation logistics to be arranged, operators can move directly to the next task and keep work progressing.
It’s one of the reasons backhoes continue to be a common sight on road and utility projects alike.
Expanding Capability Without Expanding Fleet
One of the biggest advantages of a backhoe loader is that its value isn’t limited to the machine itself. Attachments allow contractors to adapt the machine to changing job site needs without bringing in additional equipment.
That flexibility can be especially useful on road and utility projects, where crews often encounter a wide range of tasks over the course of a single day. Attachments make it easy to transition between jobs.
Practical Solution for Modern Job Sites
Breakers can remove damaged pavement and concrete, planers can support asphalt repair work and thumbs or grapples can improve material handling around utilities, debris and demolition materials. Multi-purpose buckets add further versatility for grading, loading and cleanup operations.
For contractors focused on controlling costs and improving utilization, attachments offer a practical way to expand capability without expanding the fleet. Rather than
The roadbuilding industry continues to evolve, but some challenges remain constant. Contractors still need equipment that can adapt to changing conditions, support productive crews and contribute wherever it’s needed.
That’s why the backhoe loader continues to earn its place on roadbuilding projects.
James Gill is the product manager for backhoe loaders, compaction equipment and site dumpers for JCB North America.
(All photos courtesy of JCB.)
Kubota’s M62 backhoe has a 14-ft. maximum digging depth, a 17 percent improvement over the previous model.
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Kubota’s L47 backhoe loader was updated to fit today’s contractors’ needs.
Cat Unveils New Attachments for Next Generation Machine Versatility
CAT from page 56
The design features a variable displacement piston motor that provides high torque at low speed to power through tough material with reduced risk of stalling and automatically switches displacement to high speed once the material is cleared.
Precise Grading
Designed for use with 5- to 10-ton Cat mini excavators, the new tilt rotate system (TRS) Cat grading beams deliver precise grading and leveling capabilities, especially for 2D and 3D applications when used with TRS6 and TRS8 attachments, according to Caterpillar.
Available 59.5 in. and 78.7 in. widths allow these grading beams to offer efficient, high-performance grading with 360 degrees of rotation and up to 40 degrees angling capability. TRS vibration combines with machine down pressure to effectively compact material for a quality surface finish.
Enabling clean leveling and grading at the job site, fixed inline grading beams easily collect, transport and spread materials and spill guards positioned on top of the in-line wings provide added control over material movement. Depth of the heavyduty roller and scraper assembly is variable via side bearings for added versatility, and the heavy-duty scraper cleans the roller drum in both forward and reverse direction to prevent silt, clay, mud and other materials from sticking to the roller bar, according to Caterpillar. When performing material compaction, the roller can be used in both forward and reverse directions.
Ditch Cleaning Buckets
New pin-on Cat tilting ditch cleaning buckets feature tilting angle flexibility for digging trenches, slopes and other applications where up to 45-degree digging angles are required. With widths and capacities ranging from 48 to 60 in. and 12.9 to 16.4 cu. ft. respectively, bucket designs are available for next generation 307.5, 308, 309 and 310 mini excavators as well as center-pivot and side shift backhoe loaders. A two-cylinder bucket design creates equal left/right tilt speed and equal hold force. The horizontally positioned two tilt cylinders are connected to one auxiliary for precise, synchronized movement of both cylinders.
Their modular bracket design limits loss of breakout and digging forces, and the bracket connection features low offset for maximum digging efficiency. Limiting wear and reducing maintenance, the bucket has a hardened head center bolt and hardened bushings design. Integrated tilting head stops protect cylinders from overload, while dirt deflector spill guards protect the cylinder from potential material impact damage, according to Caterpillar.
Optimal for grading and digging work, the curved side plate design with curved cutting edges provides easier material penetration and better loading and unloading, and standard waterholes provide draining and anti-vacuum when digging sludge.
For more information, visit cat.com.
Merlo America Expands Leadership Team With McBroom as New Parts Manager
Merlo America announced the appointment of experienced parts professional Mike McBroom as its parts manager, further strengthening the company’s operations and reinforcing its commitment to delivering exceptional support to dealers and customers across North America.
McBroom brings more than two decades of experience in the heavy equipment industry, having held a variety of parts, inventory management and dealer support roles throughout his career. Previously in his career, he spent 12 years with Volvo Construction Equipment, where he held roles in both parts technical support and customs compliance. During this time, he supported dealers across North America while developing expertise in parts management, technical troubleshooting and import compliance.
Throughout his career, McBroom has held several senior parts leadership positions across both multiple equipment manufacturers and dealers. Having worked closely with construction and agricultural equipment dealers, McBroom has developed an understanding of the challenges faced by both dealers and customers.
This experience has shaped McBroom’s approach to parts operations, reinforcing the importance of parts availability, responsive and reliable dealer support and delivering timely solutions the help keep customers productive, particularly in critical machine-down situations. As a result, he brings a unique perspective to the role, combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of dealer and customer requirements.
Since his appointment in May, McBroom has developed a
stock capacity and maximize parts availability for dealers and customers through effective inventory management and warehouse operations.
“Our goal is to expand the range of parts we stock in our primary parts distribution warehouse in South Carolina, ensuring we have the capacity to support the growth of Merlo’s versatile product range,” he said. “My focus is on reviewing our inventory profile and identifying opportunities to enhance the available warehouse space, allowing us to strengthen parts availability and provide even greater support for dealers. Ultimately, it’s about ensuring our dealers have quick and reliable access to the parts they need to keep their customers productive.”
This initiative builds on a career spent improving operational performance and supporting dealer success. McBroom has a proven track record of driving operational excellence within dealership environments, combining strong leadership with a customerfocused approach to dealer support. He now brings that same focus on continuous improvement to Merlo America, helping strengthen parts availability and enhance support for
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Helping Power Merlo America’s Growth Through Parts Support
Drawn to Merlo America’s growth ambitions and customer-focused culture, McBroom sees the role as an opportunity to apply his experience within a business committed to continuous improvement and dealer success.
“What attracted me to Merlo America was the combination of the products and the people. The fact that the majority of parts are manufactured in-house in Italy demonstrates the level of engineering, quality and attention to detail that goes into every machine,” said McBroom. “Equally important
Cole Renken, general manager of Merlo America, expressed his confidence in McBroom’s appointment, citing his extensive industry experience and unwavering commitment to dealer and customer success.
“Mike’s experience across both with multiple equipment manufacturers and managing dealer and customer business is what sets him apart. That perspective gives him a unique understanding of the needs of both our dealers and the end users, making him an outstanding addition to the Merlo America team. Since joining the business, he has already brought fresh ideas and a clear strategic vision for our parts operations, and I’m excited to see those plans continue to take shape,” said Renken.
As Merlo America continues to expand, the company remains focused on enhancing customer support and parts availability, ensuring dealers have the resources needed to deliver exceptional service in the field.
For more information, visit at MerloAmerica.com.
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Yonkers Launches Major Bronx Bridge Reconstruction
of the congestion that drivers currently deal with as they travel the parkway that includes connections to major Bronx parks and the Bronx Zoo. The work will enhance driver safety, as well. In addition, the roads underneath the new bridge will be realigned and resurfaced.
“The bridge is in an urban area and runs over a railyard as well,” said Sarvaideo. “We have had to coordinate with many partner agencies related to the project.”
Sarvaideo has laid out multiple elements for the project, which is 30 percent complete.
“We will be building new foundations, columns, pier caps, setting steel girders for the bridge, concrete road decks, slip forming barriers, fire standpipe and new electrical lighting systems,” he said.
The new bridge will offer considerable improvements including new shoulders and a dedicated off ramp onto 177th Street. The team will create a 12-ft. wide shared-use path connecting to a bikeway that travels from the Bronx to Westchester County. The path will help tie together residential neighborhoods in the area
Launching a Bridge
“Two, 1,000-foot-long sections of the bridge will be launched over the roads and railyard below to form the new bridge,” said Sarvaideo. “All in a single weekend. I believe it will be quite spectacular. Drivers will go home from work one night and come back to work on a Monday with a brandnew bridge span overhead.”
The construction team plans on using 7,000 tons of steel with 272 girders in all. Approximately 156 of the girders will be 8 ft. tall and 116 will be 6.5 ft. tall. The headline moment will happen as the girders are fashioned together
This type of herculean bridge move is a specialty of Yonkers. Workers will use two 150-ton strand jacks to make the “launch.” The team will use gantries mounted on the rails in the launch beds to pre-assemble the steel prior to the launch. After the northbound and southbound spans are launched and decks poured, the gantries will be relocated to rails mounted on the inner edge of the new bridge decks. This will allow the gantries to be used for demolition and construction of the center span during the final stage of bridge construction.
This also eliminates the need for a lattice boom and hydraulic cranes for the final stage. This lessens the impact of MTA restrictions on work adjacent to the railway.
Some of the major safety concerns with most bridge construction are fall hazards as work is performed at heights. The use of SafeSpan hanging scaffolding systems eliminated these safety concerns and shielded the public during demolition operations.
“The new bridge steel also will have wood shielding installed on the bottom flange of the girders to prevent construction impacts to the public below,” said Sarvaideo.
Workers used approximately 40,000 cu. yds. of concrete for the support structures and decks of the bridge. The foundation team drilled approximately 500 micropiles of 16 in. in diameter to support the bridge.
“We used a Mincon drill through system to drill the piles as much as 70 feet deep with 10-foot rock socket,” he said.
The Yonkers team had to coordinate with a dizzying array of agencies, each with its own interests in the bridge. The job is a New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) project and had input from New York City DOT, New York City Parks Department and of course New York City Transit. The bridge project also passed over local police precincts.
BRONX from page 1
The new bridge will offer considerable improvements including new shoulders and a dedicated off ramp onto 177th Street.
The new bridges will rise in the footprint of the old ones as a roomier, more modern, safer version of the old.
Yonkers Contracting has handled complicated bridge builds like this one before.
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States Taking Initiative to Fund Regional Transit Projects
These investments “have helped support construction activity, job growth and stronger economic performance,” said Jeffrey D. Shoaf, CEO of AGC. “Our new polling shows voters overwhelmingly recognize those benefits and want to see a new bill before the current law expires.”
AGC believes construction funding supports state projects, improves travel times, strengthens supply chains and supports construction employment.
The association said funding put in place would provide greater certainty for contractors and sustain public infrastructure investment.
“Highway construction is one of the strongest segments of the construction market,” said Ken Simonson, AGC chief economist.
“Infrastructure investment is offsetting weakness in several private segments,” he added, noting that spending totaled $2.210 trillion in May.
That figure is 0.1 percent above the revised April rate but 1.5 percent below the May 2025 level.
AGC reports that public construction spending increased 0.5 percent in May and was 0.3 percent higher than one year earlier.
Highway and street construction, which comprise the largest public category, increased 0.6 percent from April and 2.9 percent over the past year.
That segment supports economic growth through improved movement of people and freight and demand for construction materials and equipment.
Though the new BUILD Act allots less money to transit funding nationwide, Congress can support transit programs through other means.
The nonprofit Urban.org believes programs such as Capital Investment Grants can ensure transit agencies are able to plan for projects into the future.
“These cuts could deeply affect communities across the country,” wrote Yonah Freemark, Amanda Hermans, Tomi Rajninger and Gabe Samuels.
“Public transportation offers families an affordable alternative to driving,” yet most U.S. cities lag behind other countries in service availability and affordability.
Writing for urban.org, the four noted that rural areas in particular rely on federal support to provide transit services. That’s why many states are creating their own funding vehicles for not only highway but transit infrastructure improvements.
Infrastructure at State Level
In July, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced nearly $2.5 billion has been earmarked for transportation projects across California. The goal is to enhance connectivity for people who walk and bike and rebuilding vital routes to increase access for transit users.
streets and roads, state highways, public transit and intercity rail projects while creating more than 150,000 jobs,” he said.
More than 150 projects will improve highway systems, advance public transit and create good-paying jobs, Newsom said in announcing the funding.
According to Newsom these investments are guided by his Build More, Faster — For All agenda.
“We are ushering in the golden age of transportation,” said Newsom. “Investments like these drive our economy while creating good-paying jobs across the state.”
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hubs, at $257 million, will improve connectivity for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders and highway commuters. This includes thousands of residents and global visitors traveling to attend major cultural and sporting events, the governor’s announcement noted.
In New Jersey, the state’s transit board voted in July to raise spending by 11 percent over last year’s budget, according to an article on newjerseymonitor.com.
Nikita Biryukov reported that “after facing financial headwinds,” the board approved $3.5 billion in spending for the fiscal year that began July 1.
The largest operating budget in the agency’s history, it comes after 12 months that saw collections tumble and labor spending surge beyond expectations.
“This governor is the only governor in recent memory who has given us an 11 percent increase in budget,” said Kris Kolluri, NJ Transit CEO. “I don’t know when the last time that happened. That is how you begin to put the pieces together for this agency to make sure we do it.”
Biryukov noted that the agency’s fiscal 2027 budget maintains funding for buses, trains and light rail cars across the state for years.
State subsidies are expected to account for a majority of the agency’s revenue in the current fiscal year.
NJ Transit paid nearly $103 million more for labor than it expected last year, wrote Biryukov. Spending on fringe benefits came in $70.5 million above budget and the agency faces a range of cost increases that outpace the rate of inflation.
“The costs are real,” said Kolluri. “I know people don’t want to understand or care because they are frustrated sometimes when their train is canceled.”
He understands, she said, “but the fact that the labor contracts cost $55 million more than they did last year is a fact.”
Chicago RTA awarded $10.9 million in access to transit program funding to improve connections for people who walk, ride or roll to transit services.
According to Brandon Lewis writing for masstransitmag.com, the Chicago Regional Transportation Authority will fund 21 new projects.
The Access to Transit program, funding municipalities’ construction of small-scale transit capital improvement projects, is the largest in agency history.
The new projects will be the eighth group accepted to the program, reported Lewis. The program has funded 50 projects since its beginning in 2014.
The Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act will provide an estimated $1.2
Transportation Investments Prove Beneficial to Communities
This summer California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced $2.5 billion has been set aside
for transportation projects
across the state to enhance connectivity for people who walk and bike. Also planned are rebuilds
of routes to increase access for transit users.
billion in new annual operating funding.
The RTA board approved an amendment that allocates funding to short-term, riderfocused improvements including the Access to Transit program.
The village of Hillside is improving access to transit with safe and ADA-compliant travel options for pedestrians and bicyclists, noted Lewis. Improvements include adding on-street bike lanes and route wayfinding in both directions.
The Metra commuter rail system is requesting funding to enhance facilities at the Evanston Central Street, Mokena and Clarendon Hills stations.
Evanston Central and Mokena will receive a new warming shelter and modern signage, while Clarendon Hills will be brought into full ADA compliance.
The city of Waukegan will improve pedestrian safety and accessibility at its transit hub served by both commuter rail and bus. Improvements will include a midblock crossing with flashing pedestrian signage to better access the main bus stop. High-visibility crosswalks, realignment of the pedestrian path to the Metra station and pedestrian-visibility features also are planned.
In Seattle, Wash., this summer the Sound Transit board authorized two contracts to get the West Seattle Link Extension up and moving.
A massive $341 million contract with Jacobs Engineering is expected to move the project to final design stage, according to theurbanist.org. It comes as Sound Transit has received its first permit approvals from the city of Seattle.
A contract for continued project management on the West Seattle and Ballard Link projects was awarded to Mott
MacDonald and Connect Seattle Partners.
West Seattle’s transit budget increased by $406.8 million, while Ballard Link’s budget was increased by $16.3 million.
“These are among the first steps we’re taking following the adoption of our updated plan,” said Dave Somers, Sound Transit board chair. “They demonstrate our commitment to maintaining momentum, delivering on our original ST3 vision. We’re moving forward with urgency.”
This spring, bus and light rail service for Pittsburgh, Pa., got a cash infusion from VisitPittsburgh in anticipation of the NFL Draft weekend.
Adam Babetski of the Pittsburgh PostGazette reported that the cash infusion would cover transit operating costs. The upgrades were the latest phase of what the tourism organization calls a “multimodal transportation strategy.”
Jerad Bechar, VisitPittsburgh president, said the group would create park-and-ride services for the draft site with new temporary bus routes.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) was to expand light rail service to make it easier for fans traveling from Downtown or the South Hills, he said.
Regional transportation funding has been earmarked for several transit projects in the Richmond, Va., area, according to richmondbizsense.com.
The Greater Richmond Transit Co. (GRTC) plans a new downtown transfer hub and extend rapid service under a larger allocation for multiple projects.
The Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA) awarded $10 million for the proposed transfer station, a nexus for GRTC bus routes across the region.
The transit lines would converge at the
station for riders to transfer in a central place. It replaces a temporary transfer point operating across the street.
The Pitch: More, Even Bigger, Benefits of Transit
Transit agencies must remind policy makers of the connect between public transportation and public health, argues the Transportation Research Board (TRB).
StreetsBlogUSA reported that a TRBprepared study calls for agencies to do a better job of conveying that message. TRB identified seven healthy outcomes linked to public transit, including physical activity, cleaner air, fewer crashes and expanding social networks.
In Boston, a health assessment identified the negative consequences service cuts would have on community health and economic well-being.
A study showed bus service saved a New Mexico county more than $600,000 yearly in reduced hypertension and connections to preventive care.
And two studies in Portland, Ore., found people living near transit have lower healthcare costs.
Transportation and transit investments “are about more than infrastructure,” said Clarissa Falcon, California transportation commission chair.
“They are investments in people, communities and opportunity,” Falcon said of Gov. Newsom’s transit construction funding package.
The funds “will help ensure our transportation system continues to serve the needs of communities … today while preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.” CEG
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EIK Engineering had an indoor and outdoor exhibit. Outside, its amphibious undercarriage matched with a Hitachi Zaxis 75U — mid-sized excavator — was a unique pairing that drew quite a bit of interest.
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The Partner Showcase, a vendor and supplier feature of the event, kept Jed Klein (C) of Sourcewell busy discussing the advantages of the membership and ease of handling RFP’s in governmental purchasing.
Attendees packed the Zaxis Finance-sponsored Trilith After Dark party and had a great time enjoying food, beverage and conversation with Hitachi/LANDCROS staffers and dealers.
Among the largest group of attendees at the meeting had to be this group of staffers of RECO Equipment based in Belmont, Ohio.
(L-R): The HydrauliCircuit Technology (HCT) exhibit was buzzing with interest of hydraulic kits and window guards with HCT’s Greg Hickman, Stephen Wallace and Navin Baliga busy talking with prospects.
Rototilt Inc.’s Eric Leduc (L) provides an in-depth look at the RC5 tiltrotator that was spotlighted on the new Zaxis 180W wheeled excavator.
(L-R): Multiquip’s Kie Doster and Jon Anderson discuss their company’s handheld tools, compaction equipment and lighting products with HCMA’s Jeremy Monroe during the Partner Showcase.
The local Georgia Hitachi/LANDCROS dealer, Cowin Equipment Company, brought ownership and key staffers to the event (L-R) including Andrew Bell, Jamie Cowin, Russ Huber, Will Bice, Matt McGowan and Peter Cowin.
After a long day one, it was time to strike up the band and relax and reflect on the day.
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RAM Blasting, Explosives Safety Course Set for September in Crazy Horse, S.D.
Dates for R.A. McClure Inc.’s (RAM) Blasting and Explosives Safety Training (BEST) Course are set for Sept. 15-17, 2026, at the Crazy Horse Memorial in Crazy Horse, S.D.
The in-person course features a blend of in-class instruction and field trips of the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mt. Rushmore throughout the two-and-a-half-day conference.
Led by instructors with decades of practical experience in their respective fields, the BEST course instructs attendees on explosives regulations, safety, hazard recognition and accident prevention. Instructors also overview new product introductions related to explosives and the latest on electronic blasting systems and supporting technologies. Diving deep into safe handling of explosives, it emphasizes hazard recognition posed by deteriorated explosives.
RAM’s BEST sessions are developed specifically for explosives engineers, drillers, field crews, safety personnel, D&B engineers and others working with explosives. Course topics offer value to all professionals with varied experience levels – from individuals with decades in the field to those just entering the explosives industry – and the valuable lessons learned help attendees to comply with state and federal regulations.
“Safety is the primary driving factor in the mining industry, and recognizing the hazard is key to advancing safety at the workplace,” said Robert McClure, president of RAM and a BEST Course facilitator and instructor. Our BEST Course
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• Tours of Crazy Horse Memorial and Mt. Rushmore Attendees registering for the course before July 31 will receive an early registration discount.
For more information, visit ramets.com.
Manitou Group Appoints Chris Genal as Vice President of Sales, North America
Manitou Group, a worldwide reference in the handling, aerial work platform and earthmoving sectors, announced the appointment of Chris Genal as vice president of sales for North America, effective July 1, 2026.
Based at the North American subsidiary headquarters in West Bend, Wis., Genal will spearhead the North American sales function for all Manitou and GEHL products. In this pivotal role he will be responsible for driving topline P&L, expanding market share and ensuring all commercial operations align with Manitou Group’s global corporate structure. As a key member of the North American executive leadership team, Genal will report directly to the president of Manitou North America.
“Chris’ industry knowledge, extensive dealer network expertise and collaborative leadership style will be vital assets as we embark on our LIFT 2030 strategic journey,” said Brad Boehler, president of Manitou North America. “We are thrilled to welcome
In his new position, Genal will develop and execute a comprehensive market penetration strategy across Manitou Group’s sales distribution networks, rental markets, and dealer management systems. His core focus will include optimizing dealer network effectiveness, cultivating relationships with strategic clients, and managing the North American sales organization. Additionally, he will monitor market trends and competitive dynamics to implement proactive pricing policies that safeguard margin and cash flow.
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Genal is a highly accomplished commercial leader with more than 20 years of experience across the capital equipment, agriculture, and industrial markets. His proven career progression from territory manager, trainer, regional sales manager and distribution manager to vice president of sales, reflects a robust foundation in field execution, dealer development and building highperforming commercial organizations.
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Bobcat Company Powers X
Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, serves as the Official Equipment Partner of X Games.
Long before athletes take flight and fans fill the stands, teams of builders, operators and course designers work behind the scenes to transform raw dirt and materials into the courses, ramps and competition environments that define the X Games experience. Bobcat equipment helps power that process, supporting the crews responsible for creating the stage for unforgettable moments in action sports.
X Games kicked off in Sacramento, California, June 26–28, where Bobcat helped build the dirt course, before continuing in Chiba, Japan, July 4–5, 2026.
The final stop and championship event of the inaugural 2026 MoonPay X Games League (XGL) Summer Season took place July 24–26 in New Orleans after builders spent weeks prepping the dirt course with precision.
The often-unnoticed work of these crews helped set the stage for historic moments this 2026 season, including:
• World-First in BMX Dirt: Ryan Williams claimed the Gold medal in BMX Dirt Best Trick with a mind-bending frontflip cannonball nothing front bikeflip — an unprecedented, gravity-defying feat in X Games history.
• Epic Moto X Milestone: Ben Richards secured the Silver medal in Moto X Best Trick by successfully executing a massive body varial flip to double grab Hart Attack, another incredible trick that left the industry impressed.
“As a company built around hard work, craftsmanship and getting the job done right, we’re proud to support the people behind the scenes who make X Games possible,” said Laura Ness Owens, chief marketing officer of Bobcat Company. “The spotlight belongs to the athletes, and we’re honored Bobcat equipment, powered by the skilled crews who prepared every landing, sculpted every
feature and built every course, could make this a reality.”
As part of the partnership, Bobcat equipment, including compact track loaders, skid steer loaders, excavators and large wheel loaders, was used throughout course preparation, with the primary focus on building and fine-tuning the dirt track used for BMX competition.
“Delivering world-class action sports events requires world-class infrastructure and vision,” said X Games Chief Revenue Office Cherie Cohen. “As we launch the inaugural MoonPay X Games League, partnership with Bobcat ensures our venues match the extraordinary talent of our athletes. Bobcat’s equipment gives our build crews the precision and power needed to turn raw terrain into iconic competition stages, driving incredible value for our brand, our sponsors and our global fan base.”
The partnership reflects a shared appreciation for performance, precision and pushing limits. While athletes test what’s possible on the course, Bobcat helps support the professionals whose work makes those moments achievable.
“At Bobcat, we often say that tough work creates remarkable results,” Ness Owens said. “The people building these venues embody that mindset every day. We’re proud to help provide the tools that turn their vision into reality.”
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Caterpillar Inc. Opens New Black Hills Engineering Design Center in South Dakota
Caterpillar engineers can design, test and refine machines without physically building them. The company just opened the Black Hills Engineering Design Center in Rapid City, S.D., offering a firsthand look at how virtual reality and advanced visualization are transforming equipment development and training.
The 17,000-sq.-ft. facility serves as a hub, supporting Caterpillar teams worldwide across machines, engines, electrification and autonomy. Inside, teams use extended reality and digital prototypes to collaborate across continents, catch issues earlier and move faster — reducing the need for costly builds. The facility is
home to about 100 employees — and growing — blending engineering with animation, design and data visualization.
Caterpillar said the Rapid City team plays a critical role in its global organization — developing tools and technologies that help teams design faster, make better decisions and deliver solutions to customers more efficiently. The investment also builds on a long-standing partnership with the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, continuing to strengthen the company’s pipeline of talent and innovation.
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WANTED: FAE STCH-SD250 CRUSHER. LOOKING FOR A SKID STEER-MOUNTED CONCRETE CRUSHER THAT MEETS THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS: CRUSHES MATERIAL TO 2” OR SMALLER, DISCHARGE RATE: UP TO 10 TONS PER HOUR HEAVY PLATE REINFORCED CONSTRUCTION 24” WIDE CRUSHING ROTOR WITH 0.5-YARD HOPPER CAPACITY ABRASION-RESISTANT WEAR COMPONENTS WITH REPLACEABLE CARBIDE BITS, HARDENED BREAKER, CLEANER, AND CHEEK PLATES FOR EASY ON-SITE MAINTENANCE SUITABLE FOR CRUSHING BRICK, BLOCK, ASPHALT, AND UNREINFORCED CONCRETE PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR QUOTE.
EMAIL: EMMA.B@ANETWORKINTEGRATORS.COM; PHONE: 917397-1928
WANTED: HITACHI EX200 OR EX400 EXCAVATOR
EMAIL: PAKMACHINERY@GMAIL. COM PHONE: 333-228-3898
WANTED: CAT D7G CRAWLERS, WESTERN USA
EMAIL: BUYDOZERS@GMAIL. COM; PHONE: 559-439-3270
WANTED: HYUNDAI 210 W EXCAVATOR. EMAIL: SALIMIBREAKER@ GMAIL.COM
WANTED (KY): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER N & R
EMAIL: ELNASRM@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 502-407-8678
WANTED: CATERPILLAR TH63 TELEHANDLER WITH ENCLOSED CAB. IT CAN HAVE A BAD MOTOR. I DO HAVE A TH62 WITH A BAD TRANSMISSION BUT GOOD MOTOR.
EMAIL:CRAIGBERENS944@ GMAIL.COM; CALL OR TEXT 6I68I3-3642
WANTED: CASE 580SE BACKHOE LOADER.
EMAIL: WILMANSDIMI@HOTMAIL. COM
WANTED: CATERPILLAR TH63 TELEHANDLER WITH ENCLOSED CAB. IT CAN HAVE A BAD MOTOR I DO HAVE A TH62 WITH A BAD TRANSMISSION BUT GOOD MOTOR.
EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@ GMAIL.COM PHONE: 616-813-3642 – CALL OR TEXT.
WANTED: JOHN DEERE 550K LGPLGP CRAWLER DOZER. WANT TO BUY BULLDOZER 550KLGP JOHN DEERE ENC CAB SIX WAY UNDER 600 HOURS, REAL HOURS METER AND FRAME NEAR VERMONT OR NEW YORK.
EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA PHONE: 1-450-346-8975.
WANTED (TX): JOHN DEERE 3038E TRACTOR LOADER. EMAIL: FLYCAL01@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (TX): JOHN DEERE 3038E TRACTOR LOADER. EMAIL: FLYCAL01@GMAIL.COM
WANTED: JOHN DEERE 850K LGP CRAWLER DOZER, SIX WAY ENC CAB WITH WINCH UNDER REAL HOURS METER AND FRAME 3000 HOURS OR 850JLGP SAME WAY WITH WINCH UNDER $95000 CDN YEAR 2009 – 2018. EMAIL: JEANMAURICCEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA; PHONE: 450-3468975
WANTED (AR): MECALAC 10 MCR EXCAVATOR.
EMAIL: FAWCETT.HOTSHOT@ GMAIL.COM: PHONE: 870-321-9572
WANTED: ALL MODELS JCB SKID STEER LOADERS.
EMAIL: JKBAKER.KOTZ@GMAIL. COM; PHONE: 907-412-0910
WANTED: LARGE PORTABLE OR STATIONARY GENERATORS IN ANY CONDITION. ALL MODELS: CAT, CUMMINS, DETROIT, MTU, PERKINS, VOLVO (DIESEL OR NATURAL GAS). CAN REMOVE IF NEEDED.
EMAIL: MICHSURPLUS@GMAIL. COM; PHONE: 201-587-6300
WANTED: JOHN DEERE 850J LGP CRAWLER DOZERS. WANT TO BUY BULLDOZER 850JLGP SIX WAY ENC CAB WITH WINCH 2005 AT 2012 REAL HOURS UNDER 900. THANKS, YOU HAVE MY EMAIL FOR PICTURE. EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA
WANTED: VOLVO L70G WHEEL LOADERS. GOOD VOLVO L70G WHEEL LOADER, L70F, L70E. EMAIL: FRANK.HORAN@ HOFFMANEQUIP.COM; PHONE: 732-674-2095
WANTED: CATERPILLAR 988K STRAIGHT EDGE GP FINISH PRODUCT BUCKET. EMAIL: DUBOISLIVESTOCK@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: (207)-2824445
WANTED: PART FOR CATERPILLAR CRAWLER DOZER - 943 CAT SPRING FOR TRACK ADJUSTER PART# 7P1675, SERIAL # 19Z00380. PETE 631-774-1905
EMAIL: LIEARTH3@AOL.COM; PHONE: PETE @ 631-774-1905.
WANTED (WORLDWIDE): LIEBHERR WHEEL LOADER. EMAIL: MABAT_560@YAHOO. CO.UK
WANTED (WA): CATERPILLAR BACKHOE LOADERS+. LOOKING TO BUY USED EQUIPMENT IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: KOMATSU LOADERS WA200, WA270 WITH QUICK COUPLERS, LOW HOURS, GOOD PRICE; KOMATSU EXCAVATORS 138-8+ AND CAT 320 CL/DL/EL (ANY HOURS, ANY CONDITION; CAT GRADERS 140G/140H (1990 OR NEWER); CAT BACKHOES C/D/E/F SERIES; CASE BACKHOES - JD 310G – SG; OTHER CAT LOADERS, GRADERS, AND EXCAVATORS. PLEASE PROVIDE YEAR, HOURS, CONDITION, LOCATION, AND PRICE.
EMAIL: JAN@GOLDENHORSEMACHINERY.COM; PHONE: 425-217-6188.
WANTED (US): KOMATSU D475A5E0 CRAWLER DOZER. WANT TO BUY KOMATSU BULLDOZER 475A-5 OR 475A-8 WITH BIG BLADE TO PUSH WOOD. UNDER 6000 HOURS, REAL HOURS METER AND FRAME. EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA PHONE: 450-3468975
WANTED (US): BOMAG PADFOOT COMPACTORS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING TO BUY FOR AN EROPS 84'' PADFOOT COMPACTOR (ANY MAJOR BRAND). EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM
WANTED (WA): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, MODELS FROM 908 TO 980. EMAIL: JOHNLEWISDAN1@GMAIL. COM PHONE: (425) 217-6188
Lowboy Trailer Pin On Flip Axles,
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Yanmar Produces Its 50,000th Unit at Grand Rapids Plant
Cary Safe, research and development director and legacy employee, stand in front of the TL100, the 50,000th machine off the line.
Yanmar Compact Equipment North America has produced its 50,000th machine at its Grand Rapids, Minn., manufacturing facility, marking a major milestone in the company’s North American growth strategy and its continued investment in domestic manufacturing.
The 50,000th unit, a TL100 compact track loader, rolled off the production line in May 2026. The milestone was celebrated during the company’s Employee Appreciation BBQ and Town Hall, where commemorative decals were affixed to both the 50,000th and 50,001st machines, alongside the Grand Rapids production team.
“Reaching 50,000 units is more than a production milestone; it is a reflection of the strength of our people, the quality of our products and the investments we are making in North American manufacturing,” said Anna Christine Sgro, president of Yanmar Compact Equipment North America. “With more than $60 million committed to Grand Rapids, we have the production foundation, technology and team to support our dealers, serve our customers and grow our position in the compact equipment market for years to come.”
Since acquiring ASV in 2019, Yanmar has invested more than $32 million in automation, innovation, manufacturing technology and facility improvements at its Grand Rapids facility. An additional $30 million is planned over the next five years to expand engineering capability, improve production capacity and support future product development, the company said.
The milestone comes as Yanmar Compact Equipment North America advances an accelerated product strategy. At ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026, the company announced the unification of its ASV and Yanmar compact track loader portfolios under the Yanmar brand. The combined lineup creates one of the industry’s most versatile compact track loader offerings, with two distinct undercarriage technologies, multiple frame
and solutions for
1. LIVE: Saturday, August 15: PROSPECT, PENNSYLVANIA: Retirement Auction. One Owner. Good Quality Construction Equipment, (6)Truck Tractors. Dump Trucks, All Types of Trailers and Support Equipment. HIGHLIGHTS: (17)Midi Excavators, (5)Telescopics, (15) Boom Lifts, (10)Scissor Lifts, (3)Water Trucks, (3)Boom Trucks, (11)Service Trucks.
2. TIMED: Closes - Wednesday, August 26, Opens - Wednesday, August 12: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Rental Fleet Construction Equipment. (12)Excavators, (25)Boom & (25)Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, (5)Mini Track Loaders, Utility Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, (6)Multi-Use 40ft. Containers, Support and Attachments.
3,4. 2 AUCTIONS - SAME DAY. PART LIVE 1, PART 2 TIMED: Thursday, August 27, SWANTON, MARYLAND: Large Cat & Komatsu, Volvo Coal & Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers and Support. PART 3 TIMED: PUNXSUTAWNEY, PENNSYLVANIA: Closes - Thursday, August 27, Opens - Thursday, August 13: Part 2: More Large Coal & Construction Equipment Sold Off-site. HIGHLIGHTS: Cat 16H, (6)Crushers & Screening Plants, (6)Excavators: (2)Hitachi EX1800, (10)Straight Frame Cat Trucks: (4)Cat 777, (2) Komatsu 330M, (13)Loaders, (4)Cat 992C, Cat 988H.
5. VIRTUAL: Thursday, August 27: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Construction, Utility, Aerial Lift, Truck and Trailer Auction. New Cat & Hyundai Excavators, New Cat & Case Backhoes, Cat Rubber Tired Loaders, Hamm & Case Vibratory Rollers, Cat Skid Steers, Detachable Trailers, Late Model Forklifts, Welders, Air Compressors, Light Plants and Support Equipment.
6. NEW DATE. TIMED: Closes - Thursday, September 3, Opens - Thursday, August 27: 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.
7. LIVE: Thursday, September 10: SHREVE, OHIO: Retirement. 60 Successful Years in Business. Very Large Aggregate, Construction, Mulching Equipment & Transportation Dispersal. One of the Finest Dispersals Ever! HIGHLIGHTS: All Late Model (2)Horizontal Grinders, Tub Grinder, (3)Screening Plants, Mulch Coloring Machine, (10)Radial Stackers & Conveyors, (10) Loaders: Cat 962M, (3)Cat 950M, (3)Cat 950H, (4)Cat Skid Steers, (3)Service Trucks, (4)Truck Tractors, (2)Walking Floor Trailers, (46)Flatbed Trailers 48ft.
8. TIMED: Closes - Thursday, September 10, Opens - Monday, August 31: COLUMBUS (Lancaster), OHIO: Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Utility Equipment, Trucks Trailers, Support, Attachments.
9. LIVE: Friday, September 11: SELKIRK (Albany), NEW YORK: Large Job Completion. Construction & Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Attachments, Support, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Service & Pickups.
10. TIMED: Closes - Tuesday, September 15, Opens - Friday September 4: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: It’s Big! Secured Creditor. Very Large Amount of (25)Truck Tractors, (30)Late Model Reefer & Van Trailers, Construction Equipment and more Including New 40ft. Storage Trailer, New Support & Attachments.
11. LIVE: Tuesday, September 15: GREENVILLE, TEXAS: Very Late Model Cat John Deere, Komatsu Rental Fleet Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Attachments, Support Equipment. HIGHLIGHTS: (15)Excavators, (10)Rubber Tired Loaders: 2026 JD 644P, JD 624P, JD 544P, (10)Telescopics: (3)Cat 1255D, (20)Skid Steers: (10)Kubota SVL75(grapple, bucket).
12. TIMED: Closes - Wednesday, September 16, Opens - Wednesday, September 2: HOUSTON, TEXAS: One Owner. Late Model Rental Fleet Construction, Utility and Paving Equipment. Well Maintained (Very Nice). HIGHLIGHTS: (10)Komatsu Crawler Tractors, (12) Komatsu Excavators, (8)Bomag Vibratory Rollers, (4)Broderson Cranes, (2)Motor Graders, (10) Skid Steers: Case & Kubota, Rubber Tired Loader and more.
13. TIMED 2 LOCATION AUCTION: Closes - Thursday, September 17, OpensThursday, September 3: 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.
14. TIMED NEW DATE 2 LOCATION AUCTION: Closes - Thursday, September 17, Opens - Thursday, September 3: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Late Model Cat & John Deere Construction & Utility Equipment, (8)New Develon Midi Excavators, New Support & Attachments.
15. LIVE: Thursday, September 24: FREEHOLD (Albany), NEW YORK: One Owner. Late Model Construction Equipment, Dump Trucks, Trailers, Support, Attachments. Everything is in Tip-Top Condition. Really Good.
16. LIVE: Friday, September 25: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Construction, Utility, Aerial Lift, Truck and Trailer Auction. New Cat & Hyundai Excavators, New Cat & Case Backhoes, Cat Rubber Tired Loaders, Hamm & Case Vibratory Rollers, Cat Skid Steers, Detachable Trailers, Late Model Forklifts, Welders, Air Compressors, Light Plants and Support Equipment.
17,18. 2-DAY AUCTION. LIVE: Saturday, September 26, TIMED: Closes - Sunday, September 27, Opens - Sunday, September 13: ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY: Construction & Utility Equipment, Telescopic Forklifts, Boom & Scissor Lifts, Truck Tractors, (3)2020 Western Star(tri.)Dump Trucks, Boom, Water & Service Trucks, All Types of Trailers: Detachables, Drop Decks, Hi-Flats, Van & Storage, Large Quantity Support & Attachments.
19,20. 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.
21. 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. HIGHLIGHTS: 2025 Cat 320, (2)2025 Cat 315, (2)2025 Cat 308, Cat 930M, Cat 926M, (2)Cat 910, 2020 JD 544P.
22,23. 2-DAY AUCTION. LIVE: Thursday, October 15, TIMED: Closes - Wednesday, October 14, Opens - Wednesday, September 30: CENTRAL VERMONT: 2-Day Auction. Complete Liquidation Retirement. Late Model Construction Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Very Large Quantity New & Used Support Equipment.
24. TIMED: Friday, October 16: MORRISVILLE, VERMONT: Large Job Completion. One Owner Late Model Construction, Aggregate & Utility Equipment, All Types of Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity Support Equipment & Accessories.
25. TIMED: Closes - Wednesday, October 21, Opens - Wednesday, October 7: 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.
26. LIVE: Friday, October 23: PALMYRA, MAINE: One Owner. Complete Liquidation of (21)Late Model Dump Trucks: 2021-2016 Western Star, (5)Truck Tractors, Service, Utility & Pickup Trucks, Good Quality Excavators, (12)Rubber Tired Loaders, Skid Steers, Backhoes, (4) Live Bottom Trailers, (7)Ag Tractors, Utility & Snow Equipment, Large Quantity Support, Attachments & Landscape Accessories.
27. LIVE: Saturday, November 7: LOCKPORT, NEW YORK: Late Model Construction, Agriculture and Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Large Quantity of New Attachments, Support, Trucks and Trailers.
28. 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.
29. 2-DAY LIVE & TIMED AUCTION: LIVE: Tuesday, December 29 ClosesWednesday, December 30, Opens - Wednesday, December 16: GREENWICH, NEW YORK: Late Model Construction, Utility Equipment, Primarily Cat, John Deere, Volvo, Case, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, Equipment Trailers Attachments, New & Used Support Equipment. 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.
32. LIVE: BEDFORD (Bloomington), INDIANA: Discontinuing Operations. HIGHLIGHTS: Cat 815K, Cat D11T,
33. LIVE: LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK: One Owner. Major Reduction Auction. Construction, Aggregate and Utility Equipment, All Types of Trucks, Trailers and Support.
34. LIVE: CENTRAL MAINE: Large Construction, Aggregate Equipment, Attachments, Support, Trucks and Trailers.
35-46. 34RD ANNUAL LIVE & TIMED FLORIDA AUCTION: January to February: BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: Unbelieveable! By Popular Demand this Sale will be 12 Glorious Days of Selling New & Like New Rental Fleet Equipment. Only the Best to be Found Here. Construction, Utility Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Dump Trucks, Truck Tractors, All Types of Trailers(the best), Enormous Amount of New & Like New Support, Attachments and more.
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John Deere Announces Finalists in ‘Building America’ Contest
John Deere announced the three finalists in its Building America contest on July 4, 2026, during the John Deere Classic, a premier PGA golf tournament. This nationwide contest celebrates contractors, operators and construction businesses helping build stronger communities across the United States. The grand prize winner will receive a New Generation John Deere P-Tier midsize excavator of their choice.
Inspired by America’s 250th Anniversary and launched at ConExpoCon/AGG 2026, the contest invited participants to share their stories through video submissions highlighting how they are helping build America today and how they would use a new John Deere P-Tier mid-size excavator to build America for tomorrow.
After reviewing many notable submissions from dedicated industry members across the country, John Deere selected three finalists whose businesses, community impact and vision for the future stood out among a highly competitive field:
• Nick Long — Chamberlain Backhoe Service (California)
• Caleb Lovett — Wolf Creek Land Co.
• Patrick Rector — Rector Excavating Inc. (Kentucky)
“These finalists represent the dedication, craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit that drive the construction industry forward every day,” said Jon Gilbeck, manager, customer success and excavator marketing, John Deere. “Their stories demonstrate the meaningful role contractors play in strengthening communities, creating opportunities and building the infrastructure that supports our future. We’re excited to share their stories and invite the public to help choose the winner.”
The three finalists will now advance to the public voting period, which starts on Aug. 17, 2026, where anyone can vote to help determine the contest winner. The grand prize recipient will receive a New Generation John Deere P-Tier mid-size excavator of their choosing to support the work they do to build their communities.
Remaining key contest dates:
• Public voting window: Aug. 17-31,
• Winner announced: Sept. 8, 2026 For more information, visit johndeere. com/.
DPA Auctions, National LICA Launch Nationwide Partnership
DPA Auctions announced a strategic partnership with the Land Improvement Contractors of America (National LICA), the national trade association representing contractors in excavating, grading, drainage and land improvement across the United States.
The partnership makes DPA an official member benefit provider for LICA contractors nationwide and marks a major expansion of DPA’s construction equipment marketplace.
Through the program, LICA members receive complimentary equipment appraisals, reduced seller fees and access to a dedicated member portal for appraisals, listings and support. Equipment sells right from the contractor’s own yard — DPA handles the marketing, title work and payment processing, and the member collects the check without hauling a single machine to a sale site.
“National LICA is committed to delivering partnerships that provide meaningful value to our members and help them build stronger businesses,” said Dennis Mikula Jr., chief executive officer, National LICA. “DPA Auctions brings deep industry expertise, transparent equipment valuations and a proven ability to help contractors maximize the value of their assets. We’re proud to partner with an organization that shares our commitment to integrity, exceptional service and advancing the land improvement industry.”
“Land improvement contractors turn equipment over constantly — a machine either earns its keep or it moves
on,” said Justin Scheel, chief marketing officer of DPA Auctions. “Partnering with National LICA puts DPA in front of a nationwide community of contractors who live and breathe this equipment. For more than five decades we’ve helped equipment owners sell with confidence, and we’re proud to bring that same straightforward service to LICA members everywhere they work.”
About DPA Auctions
Founded in 1972 in Oakland, Neb., DPA Auctions is a three-generation, American-owned and operated equipment auction company serving agriculture, construction and transportation markets nationwide. For more than 50 years, DPA has built its reputation on straightforward service, the lowest commissions in the industry and treating every customer like family, according to the company. For more information, visit dpaauctions.com.
About National LICA
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The Land Improvement Contractors of America (National LICA) is the nation’s leading trade association representing contractors dedicated to land improvement, natural resource conservation, environmental stewardship and infrastructure development. Through its state chapters, National LICA promotes professional excellence through education, advocacy, safety, leadership development and strategic partnerships that strengthen the industry. For more information, visit licanational.com. DPA Auctions logo
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(L-R): Nick Long of Chamberlain Backhoe Service in California; Patrick Rector of Rector Excavating Inc. in Kentucky; and Caleb Lovett of Wolf Creek Land Co. in Tennessee, are finalists in John Deere’s Building America contest.
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Future Engineers... WVDOT Honors Students at Scholarship Luncheon
The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) hosted a scholarship luncheon, to honor four students with the Division of Highways Scholarship.
Recognizing their contributions as coop employees and their potential as future leaders in infrastructure and technology. The four honorees selected for the scholarship are:
• Ava Edmonds
• Max Hall
• Marina Hanna
• Justin Robeson
The recipients were chosen for their work as co-ops with the WVDOT over the past several years during their summer breaks from various colleges and universities. The department aims to retain these individuals as future engineers, IT experts and aerospace engineers.
Each scholarship provides $3,000 per semester, up to a maximum total of
$12,000. To be eligible, recipients must be at least a junior in their undergraduate studies or a second-year law student.
“This is a career if you want to build a future,” WVDOT Chief Technology Officer Hussain Elkhansa told the scholarship recipients.
Jonathan Schaffer, chief economic development officer and former executive administrator of government relations of WVDOT, echoed those sentiments while congratulating the students.
“One of my regrets is that I didn’t come here (WVDOT) sooner,” he said. “I wish you the best of luck and congratulations.”
WVDOT Business Manager Robert Stuart encouraged the recipients to continue their professional development within the agency.
“It’s a good move you’ve made”, he said. “Continue on with your growth here. To come here and be young, you’ve made the right choice.”
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Business Calendar
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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)
AGC Events Calendar:
All AGC Web-Eds are scheduled in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Conferences are scheduled using the local time zone where the event takes place.
• AGC EDGE Lean Construction 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
• Webinar: AGC’s BIM Education Fourth Edition
Pilot Course Preview
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Training/Professional Development
• AGC of America Member Orientation
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Virtual
• AGC EDGE Al for Estimating & Preconstruction
Start Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026 (1:00 PM)
End Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC Safety & Health Quarterly Town Hall
Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Virtual Safety and Health
• AGC EDGE MS PROJECT 1 & 2
Start Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (10:00 AM)
End Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 (2:00 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Communication (STP Unit 2)-Thursdays
Start Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026 (10:00 AM)
End Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 (3:30 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Construction Supervision Fundamentals
Start Date: Friday, September 11, 2026 (12:30 PM)
End Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 (5:30 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
• AGC EDGE Al for Construction Management
Start Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (1:00 PM)
End Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual
Training/Professional Development
MINNESOTA NURSERY & LANDSCAPE ASOCIATION
Northern Green Outdoors
Dates: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Location: Aldrich Arena & Grounds 1850 White Bear Avenue N. Maplewood, MN 55109
Featuring interactive and Hands-On Education for your Northern Green Village!
In case you have not heard, this one-day addition to the Northern Green umbrella allows for more demonstrations, hands-on education and installations and interactive experiences, all OUTDOORS!
A variety of quick-hitting educational events will be included, plus, visit with vendors who understand your business.
Featured Topics:
• Garden Center/Grower
• Golf • Landscape Design/Architecture
• Landscape/Hardscape Contractor see Business Calendar page 99
• Professional Gardening Services
• Tree Care/Arborist
• Turf, Grounds & Snow Management
• Water/Irrigation Visit with Vendors
You will have the opportunity to visit with vendors, drive, and demo products and equipment!
For more information: Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association Phone: 651/633-4987
Website: www.northerngreen.org
AGROEXPO
2026 AgroExpo Farm Show
Dates: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday, August 12, 2026
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: North Central Research Station
5605 Findlay Road, St. Johns, MI 48879
The AGROEXPO FARM SHOW is Michigan’s Premier Outdoor Farm Show, connecting farmers, commodity groups, and agri-businesses to showcase the latest innovations and technologies in agriculture.
Join us as we celebrate TEN (10) YEARS of the AGROEXPO! FREE PARKING AND ADMISSION!
From Hands-On Demonstrations to the latest in AG TECHNOLOGY, you will experience innovation up close with fellow farmers , AG Professionals, and industry leaders.
The 2026 Show is extra special – we are celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the AGROEXPO.
Be part of the milestone and see why AGROEXPO continues to grow as Michigan’s Premier AG EVENT!
Explore live equipment demonstrations and gain valuable insights from expert keynote speakers and connect with over 170 exhibitors showcasing the latest in AG TECHNOLOGY, PRODUCTS and SERVICES!
Whether you are focused on row crops, precision agriculture, or farm management, the AGROEXPO delivers the tools, innovation, and networking opportunities to help you grow
your operation.
For more information: AGROEXPO
Phone: 989/403-0310
Website: https://theagroexpo.com
ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN CONTRACTORS (AWC)
August Member Mingle – Hosted By Lunda Construction
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Lunda Construction 15623 Clayton Avenue East Rosemount, MN 55068
Phone: 651/396-8099
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: Connect with other women business owners in the construction industry, share industry insights, and explore potential collaborations.
• Facility Tour: Learn about the host company’s operations, equipment and services.
• Informal Setting: Casual environment to build relationships and exchange ideas.
How to Attend
• Membership Required: For AWC Members only.
• Registration: Usually open in advance, if registration closes, contact admin@awcmn.org to inquire about attendance.
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 members.
For More Information: AWC Phone: 651/489-2221 Phone: 906/293-3236
Business Calendar from page 98
Finn Introduces MBL1 Compact, Entry-Level Material Blower
Finn Corporation introduced the Finn MBL1, its new, entry-level material blower, designed to help contractors and landscapers improve efficiency, reduce material waste and deliver professional-quality results on every job, according to the company.
Built specifically for residential and light commercial applications, the MBL1 provides a practical solution for crews handling smaller jobs, tight-access areas and detailoriented work. Its compact footprint and towable design make it easy to transport and use on site, while maintaining the Finn-standard durability and reliability, according to the company.
At the core of the MBL1 is a Vanguard 23hp small-block V-Twin EFI engine with electric start, combining dependable performance with excellent fuel efficiency. A continuous-feed hopper ensures steady material flow with fewer interruptions, while a dual gearbox-driven airlock system with auto-reverse technology provides plenty of torque to cut through materials with ease and keep a crew running all day long, according to the company.
With blower performance rated at 500 cfm at 7 psi, operators can place material quickly, evenly and accurately across a variety of job site conditions, according to Finn.
The MBL1 can significantly reduce material waste. Where traditional hand spreading can lead to uneven coverage, over application and material loss — especially in ornamental areas — the MBL1 helps deliver controlled, consistent application which improves coverage quality while reducing excess material costs, according to the company.
Designed to be easy to use for entry-level material blowers, the MBL1 features a simplified 8-button control panel, a
user-friendly remote control with start/stop and emergency stop functions and onboard telematics for monitoring and diagnostics. These controls make the machine easy to learn and operate, especially for first-time users, which helps crews get up to speed quickly and work more efficiently, according to Finn.
The MBL1’s compact design maximizes capability while providing a manual hose reel with 100 ft. of 4-in. EcoStrike hose, giving crews the reach and flexibility needed for residential mulch jobs, ornamental areas and hard-toaccess spaces. This extended reach reduces unnecessary material handling and repositioning, further improving job site efficiency and minimizing waste. The lightweight, maneuverable unit is easy to transport and store, and has a small footprint, making it an ideal solution for small to midsized landscaping businesses and owner-operators, according to the company.
Positioned as a true entry-level machine, the MBL1 focuses on doing one job exceptionally well: placing mulch and landscape materials faster, more evenly and with less physical labor than traditional methods. For contractors currently relying on wheelbarrows and hand spreading, the biggest advantage is the combination of faster installation times and more precise material usage, which helps lower material costs and establish more predictable job margins. Crews can complete jobs more consistently, reduce rework and deliver a higher-quality result, according to Finn.
Ideal for residential landscape contractors, property maintenance crews, and businesses installing moderate volumes of mulch annually, the MBL1 delivers a strong return on investment by helping crews access a truly
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smarter way to work — one that maximizes both time and material efficiency, while keeping operation simple. Finn’s standard one-year warranty backs the Finn MBL1, ensuring dependable support and serviceability.
For more information, visit FinnCorp.com.
AED Foundation Celebrates 150th High School Milestone
As the equipment industry continues to face a shortage of an estimated 10,000 technicians each year, the AED Foundation (AEDF) is expanding its efforts to build the future workforce by reaching a major milestone: Waukegan High School has become the Foundation’s 150th AEDF Recognized High School.
The achievement marks another significant step in the Foundation’s mission to connect students with rewarding careers in the equipment industry while helping dealers and manufacturers address the growing demand for skilled technicians, the association said.
“Becoming an AED Foundation Recognized High School is a tremendous milestone for Waukegan High School and our new Diesel Mechanics program,” said David Marks, CTE academic chair/ coordinator of Waukegan High School.
“This recognition validates our commitment to providing students with an industryaligned education that prepares them for high-demand careers in the equipment industry. Through our partnership with the AED Foundation, our students will have access to high-quality curriculum, industry
standards and career opportunities that will help build the next generation of skilled technicians. We are honored to be part of this growing network of recognized schools and proud to contribute to strengthening the future workforce.”
The AEDF Recognized High School Program introduces students to careers in the equipment industry through handson technical education and industryaligned curriculum while cultivating relationships among students, educators, schools, dealers, manufacturers and industry partners to build a sustainable talent pipeline for the equipment industry. In addition to recognizing high school programs, the Foundation also accredits college equipment technology programs, ensuring educational programs at both the secondary and post-secondary levels meet industry standards and prepare graduates for successful careers.
The success of the program is made possible by AED members and industry partners who invest their time, expertise and resources into developing tomorrow’s workforce, the association said.
“West Side Tractor is committed to
our future workforce,” said Beth Bayless, training and development specialist of West Side Tractor Sales. “Helping students learn about the great career opportunities that exist in our industry is an important mission for West Side Tractor. We’re so excited that AED has reached 150 Recognized High Schools. It’s a great network that provides valuable connections and support for the AED-recognized schools.”
Over the past four years, the AED Foundation has transformed workforce development across the equipment industry through accomplishments that include:
• 104 Accredited College Programs across North America;
• 150 Recognized High School Programs introducing students to careers in the equipment industry;
• More than 5,000 students connected with equipment industry employers through AED Foundation workforce events;
• Eighty-six percent of AED Foundation program students enter careers within the equipment industry including 1,447 newly certified technicians; and
• More than $100,000 returned to
the equipment industry through federal and state workforce grants supporting workforce development initiatives.
AED Foundation Standards Committee and its Evaluation Team Leaders, who have dedicated more than 4,000 hours to evaluating post-secondary programs and curriculum to ensure graduates, are prepared to meet the evolving technical and workforce demands of the equipment industry, according to the association.
“Reaching 150 Recognized High Schools is an incredible milestone because every school represents new opportunities to inspire students and strengthen our industry’s future workforce,” said Brian P. McGuire, president of the AED Foundation. “The success of this program reflects the commitment of educators, industry partners and AED members who are working together to address the skilled labor shortage. By expanding our network of Recognized High Schools, we’re creating more opportunities for students to discover rewarding careers while helping ensure the equipment industry has the talented workforce it needs for years to come.”
Finn Corporation photo Finn Corporation introduced the Finn MBL1, its new, entry-level material blower.
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