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Combatting Construction Fraud

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Funding sources, competition and thin margins can result in construction fraud. Contractors are often more vulnerable than owners because they juggle so many aspects of the project: materials, vendors, equipment, subcontractors, site safety and their own employees. A limited system of checks and balances can create more fraud risk.

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8 TWISTERS RIP THROUGH EASTERN HALF OF UNITED STATES

Violent tornadoes struck wide areas of the Deep South, the Midwest and the East on March 31 and April 1, killing at least 32 people, injuring many more, and inflicting hundreds of millions of dollars’worth of property damage. In all, dozens of confirmed or suspected tornadoes were reported across 11 states.

16 CASE, CREW COLLAB PARTNER TO BUILD CAREER MENTORING BRIDGE

Case Construction Equipment is teaming up with nonprofit Crew Collaborative to sponsor and help build from the ground-up an-all new career counseling and mentoring program for high school students interested in the construction industry trades: FrameWork.

16 COMMON GROUND ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES INDUSTRY CHALLENGE

Common Ground Alliance, the national nonprofit trade association dedicated to protecting underground utility lines, people who dig near them, issued its “50 in 5” industry challenge to stakeholders with a goal of reducing damages to critical underground utilities by 50 percent in five years.

20 DOBBS EQUIPMENT RAISES MONEY FOR CONSTRUCTION ANGELS

Held during ConExpo, the event raised $120,000 for Construction Angels, an organization that aids families in need of financial assistance and supportive services to the surviving family members when a construction employee has lost his/her life in an on-the-job accident.

26 CONEXPO MARKS LARGEST TRADE SHOW IN NORTH AMERICA

ConExpo-Con/AGG & IFPE 2023 crushed expected attendance numbers, drawing more than 139,000 construction and fluid power professionals from 133 countries to Las Vegas from March 14 to 18, 2023, making it the largest trade show in North America with more than 2,400 exhibitors from 36 countries.

32 SOUTHWEST FLORIDA AIRPORT’S EXPANSION TO FINISH IN 2025

The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers has been undergoing an expansion of its terminal since 2021, a $331 million project that is planned to be complete in 2025. The effort is being undertaken by the Lee County Port Authority (LCPA) to maximize the airport’s terminal capacity.

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34 FOREST PRO INC. NOW OFFERS DEVELON AT ITS VIRGINIA LOCATIONS

Forest Pro Inc., a logging equipment dealership in Virginia, is partnering with DEVELON, formerly Doosan construction equipment, to begin offering heavy equipment at its three locations: Scottsville, Manquin and Keysville. All three locations will feature the full line of DEVELON construction equipment.

35 ABC ANNOUNCES 5TH ANNUAL TOP CONTRACTORS

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) released its fifth annual Top Performers publication, which lists its contractor members that build the country’s most enduring, innovative, high-quality construction projects, ranked by work hours.

44 CATERPILLAR, AXENOX COME TO AGREEMENT FOR OXCLAW, BULLOX

Caterpillar Inc. announced an agreement with construction solutions supplier Axenox Inc. Under the agreement, Oxclaw textured screed plates and Bullox modular screed plate system will be available options exclusively for Cat asphalt paving customers.

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Twisters Rip Through Eastern Half of United States

Violent tornadoes struck wide areas of the Deep South, the Midwest and the East on March 31 and April 1, killing at least 32 people, injuring many more, and inflicting hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of property damage.

In all, dozens of confirmed or suspected tornadoes were reported across 11 states by April 2. In all, approximately 28 million people were under tornado watches during the first day of the storm’s rampage, including the Little Rock, St. Louis, Chicago and Memphis metropolitan areas.

In the South, destructive storms impacted areas of Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi when several rain-wrapped twisters raced across primarily rural areas in the afternoon and evening of March 31, and into the overnight hours of the next day.

Further to the north and east, the large weather system produced supercells that spawned a range of twisters from weak Enhanced Fujita-scale storms (EF-0) to rolling monster tornadoes, rated as high as EF-4 with winds over 165 mph, each capable of causing tremendous devastation.

Areas affected over the rest of March 31 and that evening included eastern Iowa, southern Wisconsin, northern and central Illinois, and Indiana.

The onslaught of storms kept going after midnight and throughout the day of April 1, with more twisters reported in Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio as the cyclonic storm system marched east. In the South, more storms fired up in Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia, with one death reported in Pontotoc County, Miss., and another near Huntsville, Ala.

Severe weather in the mid-Atlantic states usually means lightning, flooding and hail, but tornadoes are rare occurrences. But New Jersey saw at least six twisters the afternoon ofApril 1, with one each reported in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware.

Even more unusual for a tornado in this part of the United

States is a large, killer storm. Unfortunately, an EF-3 twister in southern Delaware cut a 14-mi. path of destruction from Bridgeville to Ellendale in Sussex County, damaging at least two to three dozen homes, and taking the life of one man. His death was only the fourth tornado-related fatality reported in the state since 1843, and the first in 30 years.

In their wake, the spring storms left behind many destroyed homes, farms and businesses.

System’s First Tornadoes Spawned in Arkansas

Although Arkansas did not suffer the largest number of casualties, the fact that a monster twister hit the Little Rock metropolitan area meant that it probably suffered the largest amount of property damage in the South because of the storms. More importantly, the storm took the life of one person in North Little Rock.

After forming southwest of Little Rock, the storm transformed itself into a powerful tornado as it traveled northeast and was, at times, 600 yds. wide. It moved quickly through the capital city’s west side, crossing both Interstate 40 and the Arkansas River, before entering North Little Rock; it continued for 32 mi. before dissipating. The nearby National Weather Service (NWS) office confirmed that the EF-3 tornado packed winds reaching 165 miles per hour.

Later on March 31, and further east in the small town of Wynne, Ark., 50 mi. west of Memphis, Tenn., another powerful twister used the cover of darkness to flatten much of that community, killing four people in the process.

The NWS in Memphis, which is responsible for eastern Arkansas, told theArkansas Democrat-Gazette that a preliminary report had determined the tornado that struck Wynne also was an EF-3, but the agency said final determinations of wind speed, the width and length of the tornado track, and total damage estimates will take time.

Survivors in Little Rock Area Survey Damage

If April 1 was a day to measure the breadth of the damage wrought by Little Rock’s tornado on March 31, then April 2 was a day to gauge the depth of the recovery needed.

“We’re on day three of many, many days ahead of us,” North Little Rock Police Chief Mike Davis told the Democrat Gazette.

The city’s mayor, Terry Hartwick, said North Little Rock has hired a Mobile,Ala., company to help in coordinating the cleanup. CrowderGulf Disaster Recovery & Debris Management LLC works with communities needing help following catastrophes.

At a press conference at the heavily damaged Colony West shopping center off North Rodney Parham Road in Little Rock, where the sound of chainsaws and heavy equipment nearly drowned out the speakers, Mayor Frank Scott explained that his town also is working toward recovery.

“We’re going to try and get operations back to as smooth as possible,” he said in speaking to reporters. “It’s going to probably take months for a lot of these residential communities, as well as our commercial activity, to get back to normal. It’s our priority to do all we can to rebuild and recover for the residents of Little Rock and central Arkansas.”

As the damaging storms moved through the state, electrical service was interrupted to 56,000 Entergy Arkansas customers throughout the state.

“We’ve had a lot of debris, like roof shingles and trash, [all of which] we have to maneuver around to get to the power lines, and these happen to be in heavily populated neighborhoods where we can’t just pull up in a bucket truck,” Brandi Hinkle, a spokesperson for the utility, said. “We must use a lot of specialized equipment.”

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Case Construction Equipment is teaming up with nonprofit Crew Collaborative to sponsor and help build from the ground-up an-all new career counseling and mentoring program for high school students interested in the construction industry trades: FrameWork.

“At Case, we are customer-led in all we do,” said Terry Dolan, vice president, Case Construction Equipment, North America. “It’s no secret that our industry has faced labor shortage issues over the past several years, and we can’t think of a better way to support our customers than to help identify enthusiastic students who will make incredible contributions to the construction industry.”

Crew Collaborative joined Case in its ConExpo-Con/AGG booth to solicit stories of how mentors have changed the lives of those in the construction industry and what paths industry veterans would recommend to best begin a career in the trades. It also gathered names of those interested in potentially serving as mentors to interested high school students.

“A couple of months ago, FrameWork was merely an idea on a sheet of paper,” said Kristina McMillan, Crew Collaborative founder and board member. “When we brought the initial concept to Case leadership and asked about their potential partnership on it, they replied ‘We’re all in.’”

Post ConExpo-Con/AGG, Crew Collaborative will host an in-person retreat with Case employees and other industry insiders to build out the program and begin beta testing. A full FrameWork program launch is slated for first quarter of 2024.

“Although Case has 180 years of experience in the earthmoving business, we are making moves with the speed and agility of a startup,” said Dolan. “Partnering with Crew Collaborative to bring the cuttingedge concept of FrameWork to life will have a true impact on the construction industry here in North America and beyond for years to come.”

For more information, visit crewcollab.org/framework/. 

Common GroundAllianceAnnounces ‘50 in 5’Industry Challenge

Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the national nonprofit trade association dedicated to protecting underground utility lines, people who dig near them and their communities, issued its “50 in 5” industry challenge to stakeholders with a goal of reducing damages to critical underground utilities by 50 percent in five years.

According to CGA’s Damage Information Reporting Tool (DIRT) Report, the annual rate of damages to buried infrastructure in the United States has remained stagnant for most of the last decade and costs the U.S. a staggering $30 billion every year.

Each of the hundreds of thousands of digins to underground utilities that occurs annually has the potential to cripple communities and businesses by cutting them off from critical services, cause injury or even loss of life.

CGA’s “50 in 5” challenge aims to address damages to the Nation’s critical assets head-on by bringing damage prevention advocates together around a targeted set of strategic, data-driven priorities.The “50 in 5”call-to-actionencouragesthedamageprevention industry to concentrate on three focus areas that prioritize critical issues identified by CGA’s Next Practices Initiative and the top damage root causes that contribute to more than 76 percent of damages to buried

infrastructure (according to CGA’s most recent DIRT Report):

• Effective and consistent use of 811: Despite DIRT data and market research which indicate that 811 awareness is very high — particularly among professional excavators — 60 percent of damages to underground utilities are caused specifically by professional contractors not contacting 811 prior to digging. CGA is unveiling a refreshed 811 tagline and animated logo this spring, which will join a new video series and other outreach tools that damage prevention advocates can use to implement behavior change campaigns around 811 usage.

• Key excavator practices (potholing, maintaining clearance, etc.): Potholing (test holing) to confirm the location of buried utilities and then maintaining the required clearance around those utilities, along with miscellaneous improper excavation practices, are key steps for protecting the integrity of underground infrastructure. Targeted and consistent excavator outreach around these two CGA Best Practices (5.19 and 5.20) coulddramaticallyreducedamagestoburied infrastructure. CGA’s Next Practices Initiative also highlights damage reductions achieved by operators who contractually

compensate excavators for potholing.

• Accurate, timely utility locating: CGA’s Locator White Paper and the work of the Next Practices Initiative reveal that improving the accuracy of facility maps and implementing electronic white-lining would help locators complete their work more quickly and accurately. Efforts like a Minnesota coalition’s pilot program to make 811 ticketlevel facility map visualizations available to locators and other 811 system end users have the potential to increase locating efficiency, among other systemic benefits. Decreasing over-notification practices utilized by both contractors and facility owner/operators themselves would also help decrease overall 811 request volume so locators’ workloads are more manageable.

“The Common Ground Alliance’s damage prevention stakeholders have worked diligently to make communities safer by reducing dig-ins — but we are now at an inflection point as an industry,” said Sarah K. Magruder Lyle, president and CEO of CGA.

“I encourage every stakeholder to meet our ‘50 in 5’ challenge and commit their organizations to making bold choices and investments as we look to cut annual damages in half by 2028. With the massive fund-

ing authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the pace of current construction activity, now is the time for the industry to seriously examine how we can make the next dramatic reduction in annual damages and protect critical infrastructure.”

“The CGAboard of directors felt strongly that the industry must commit to taking concrete steps to significantly reduce damages to underground utilities,” said Josh Hinrichs, chair of CGA’s board and president of UtiliSource. “We must focus on taking damage prevention to the next level in order to keep our communities safe and connected to the utilities we depend on every day.”

With National Safe Digging Month set to kick off in April, CGA will be releasing a variety of new tools and outreach materials in line with the “50 in 5” call-to-action. The annual DIRT Report will continue to be the industry’s primary gauge of annual damages, and data and metrics collected by CGA’s Damage Prevention Institute will also help inform key interventions and strategies for damage reductions in the coming years.

For more information, visit www.commongroundalliance.com and dirt.commongroundalliance.com. 

Crew Collaborative joined Case in its ConExpo-Con/AGG booth to gather names of those interested in potentially serving as mentors to interested high school students.

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Dobbs Equipment Raises Money for ConstructionAngels

Dobbs Equipment presents a check for $120,000 to Construction Angels. (L-R) are Augusto Salles, vice president,corporatemarketingandcompactconstruction, Dobbs Equipment; Jennifer McCloskey, Construction Angels national coordinator and executive director of Georgia; Kristi Gibbs, Construction Angels founder and CEO; and Adam Tschetter,

Dobbs Equipment recently held its third Annual Golf Classic at Paiute Golf Resort in Las Vegas.

Held during ConExpo, the event raised $120,000 for Construction Angels, an organization that aids families in need of financial assistance and supportive services to the surviving family members when a construction employee has lost his/her life in an on-the-job accident.

The Cemen Tech team won the tournament.

About Construction Angels

Construction Angels Inc., a 501 (c)3 Non-Profit Corporation, is an organization focusing on the construction workers and their spouses and children left behind. Its services are designed to provide an integrated approach to create quality of life for family members whose household has had the misfortune to be involved in a tragic and fatal accident. In addition, the organization provides a conduit to preventative safety and training information along with other household financial planning and counseling services.

For more information, visit www.dobbsequipment.com and www.constructionangels.us. 

(All photos courtesy of Dobbs Equipment.)

The Cemen Tech foursome won the third Annual Dobbs Equipment Golf Classic. (L-R) are Connor Deering, CEO, Cemen Tech; Gabe Wegmann, southeast sales, Cemen Tech; Mark Rinehart, vice president of sales and marketing, Cemen Tech; and Tony Reyes, CEO of JobMix Concrete. The third-place foursome is all smiles.

The Paiute Golf Resort in Las Vegas was a picturesque setting for Dobbs Equipment’s third Annual Golf Classic.

The Dobbs Equipment third Annual Golf Classic raised $120,000 for Construction Angels.

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ConExpo-Con/AGG & IFPE 2023 crushed expected attendance numbers, drawing more than 139,000 construction and fluid power professionals from 133 countries to Las Vegas from March 14 to 18, 2023, making it the largest trade show in North America with more than 2,400 exhibitors from 36 countries spread out over 3 million sq. ft. of exhibit space. Here is CEG’s continuing coverage of the big show.  CEG

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Operators use their precision skills to try and scoop basketballs at the Link-Belt

DEVELON’s demonstration area in the Festival Lot at ConExpo featured the fully autonomous Concept-X2 excavator.

Hitachi offers a photo opportunity with the biggest bucket at the show.

NPK Construction Equipment’s Chris Salerno was ready to discuss the company’s U-31JRA concrete crusher.

Mike McFarthing of Okada America explains the rotating demolition pulverizer’s bolt-on replaceable tooth pad lends itself to efficient maintenance service.

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Thompson Pump had a great show and some of the representatives that were on hand to promote the line at ConExpo. (L-R) are Karrin Scott, Ryan McHugh, BrianLee,JamesCopeland,DavidBurtonandAllanCurry.

John Genger (L) of Metso Outotec explains the benefits of this Nordberg HP 200 E cone crusher to Doug Sites of Thompson Machinery in La Vergne, Tenn.

The 707 G articulated dump truck was popular at Hydrema’s outdoor booth.

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Montabert President Maurice Stanich (second from R) presented the Dealer of the Year awards to Bramco Inc. in Louisville, Ky., Power Equipment Company in Knoxville, Tenn., and Brandeis Machinery and Supply Co. in Louisville, Ky. (L-R) are Andy Moon of Power Equipment Company; Craig Leis of Bramco; Chad Dobson of Bramco; Mike Paradis of Bramco; Michael Brennan of Bramco; and David Coultas of Brandeis Machinery and Supply Co.

John Deere and Wirtgen Group’s latest equipment was display at the show.

Komatsu displayed this PC 900 LC excavator and HM400 articulated dump truck.

At the Case booth, attendees found this 1650M WT dozer on display.

Takeuchi rolled in with a great looking new TB395W wheeled excavator and several other new exciting product offerings.

Bell Trucks’ Fiori D 90 SW dumper is equipped with a 180-degree positioning tipping body, making it suitable for a variety of jobs.

John Coughlin (L), president and CEO of Linder Machinery in Plant City, Fla., inks a deal with Maurice Stanich, president of Montabert, to become the newest Montabert dealer.

The new Astec Peterson 5710E horizontal grinder features a larger screening area with four customizable grates.

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Southwest FloridaAirport’s Expansion to Finish in 2025

The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers has been undergoing an expansion of its terminal since 2021, a $331 million project that is planned to be complete in 2025.

The effort is being undertaken by the Lee County PortAuthority (LCPA) to maximize the airport’s terminal capacity, according to AirportTechnology, an online industry news service. RSW also is being enlarged to offer passengers more facilities and services.

The construction project represents Lee County’ssecondlargestpublicworksproject in its history.

TheFloridaDepartmentofTransportation (FDOT) provided $77.9 million in funding for the expansion, while LCPA granted $224.9 million. The rest of the costs will be covered by passenger facility charges and airport revenue bonds.

Officials are banking on the work helping RSW to meet the increased passenger traffic that has reached pre-COVID levels of more than10millionpassengersannually.Inaddition, the effort aims to improve the airport passenger experience by reducing wait times, improving Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint activities, increasing post-security offerings, connecting concourses and adding amenities.

The expansion also is intended to help promote travel and tourism in Florida, as well as boost the local economy by creating job opportunities.

Expanded RSW Terminal to Enhance Services

Airport Technology reported earlier in March that the terminal expansion at Southwest Florida International will involve combining three existing TSA checkpoints into a centralized 16-lane configuration. It also means construction crews will remodel a 164,000-sq.-ft. area within the facility and add 117,000 sq. ft. of new space, made up of new walkways to connect the terminal’s three concourses, the concessions area and other facilities.

RSW’s new TSA security checkpoints

will feature clear and dynamic signage to direct passengers to the correct lanes, which will be fitted with new acoustical flat ceilings, diffuse lighting, and vinyl tile flooring. Thecheckpointarea’slargecantileverwooden beams will conceal TSA cameras and lighting.

The expansion will encompass 16 phases of construction and involve renovating the new Airport Communications Centre, addingTSAadministrativeareas,non-public airportadministrativespaces,andexpandthe seating and concessions within the business Sky Lounge. The project also includes the refurbishment of existing checkpoints and restrooms, as well as a new pet relief area.

In addition, a standalone remote loading dockbuildingisbeingdevelopedatRSW,as well as elevated ceiling heights, new terminal finishes and advertising displays. The new finishes will include a 60-ft.-tall ceiling that integrates fire protection lights and a public address system, according to Airport Technology.

The columns of the remote loading dock buildinghavebeencompleted,andconstruction of the concrete block walls began in January. The concrete roof at the terminal facing is currently being demolished, with floor installations having begun at the Airport Communications Center.

Already, demolition of the former human resourcesdepartmentareahasbeencompleted,alongwiththeconstructionoftwooffices within the development division area.

Engineering company SNC-Lavalin, a Montreal, Quebec contractor, with an office in Fort Myers, oversees the design and construction administration services for the RSW terminal expansion under a five-year master services contract awarded in 2016. According to Airport Technology, the contract was extended until 2025 due to a delay in the project’s construction and is estimated to be worth more than $26 million.

Atkins North America, a design firm and member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, was appointed as the project consultant. 

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Forest Pro’s locations in Scottsville, Manquin and Keysville, Va., will feature the full line of DEVELON construction equipment, including crawler, wheel and mini excavators, wheel loaders, dozers and articulated dump trucks, for general contractors, landscapers and loggers.

Forest Pro Inc., a logging equipment dealership in Virginia, is partnering with DEVELON, formerly Doosan construction equipment, to begin offering heavy equipment at its three locations: Scottsville, Manquin and Keysville.

All three locations will feature the full line of DEVELON construction equipment, including crawler, wheel and mini excavators, wheel loaders, dozers and articulated dump trucks,forgeneralcontractors,landscapersandloggers.Each location also provides parts and service for its customers.

“We’re thrilled to offer DEVELON products in Scottsville, Manquin and Keysville,” said Joel Matteson, general manager at Forest Pro Inc.

“Our company has been serving logging customers forover30yearsandcontinues to provide the highest level of customer service available in the forestry industry. We look forward to the future and to building strong relationships with customers and the community.”

According to Matteson, Forest Pro employs 40 experienced sales, parts and service staff at the three Forest Pro locations.

“Forest Pro has had much success over the years since they know the logging industry very well,” said Matt Pixler, director of sales at DEVELON. “By adding DEVELON equipment to their available product offerings at their three Virginia locations, they can build upon their forestry success and expand into additional markets such as construction, landscaping and mining.”

Forest Pro locations are:

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ABC Announces Top Contractors

Associated Builders and Contractors released its fifth annual Top Performers publication, which lists its contractor members that build the country’s most enduring, innovative, high-quality construction projects, ranked by work hours.

The No. 1 2023 ABC Top Performer by work hours is Turner Industries Group, Baton Rouge, La.; followed by Brown & Root Industrial Services, Baton Rouge, La.; TIC — the Industrial Company, Lone Tree, Colo.; M.C. Dean, Tysons Corner, Va.; and Performance Contractors, Baton Rouge, La.

The No. 1 2023 general contractor is Turner Industries Group, Baton Rouge, La. M.C. Dean, Tysons Corner, Va., is the top 2023 trade contractor and electrical contractor.

The No. 1 2023 plumbing/HVAC contractor is TDIndustries Inc., Dallas. The top 2023 specialty contractor is Lithko Contracting LLC,West Chester, Ohio.And the No. 1 2023 special designations contractor is Crossland Construction Co. Inc., Columbus, Kan.

The No. 1 2023ABC top performing contractors by market sector are:

ï Airport: M.C. Dean, Tysons Corner, Va.

ï Education: Wharton-Smith Inc., Sanford, Fla.

ï Entertainment: W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Co., Philadelphia, Miss.

ï Government: Hensel Phelps, Greeley, Colo.

ï Health Care: Brasfield & Gorrie LLC, Birmingham, Ala.

ï HighTech: M.C. Dean Inc., Tysons Corner, Va.

ï Hospitality: TDIndustries Inc., Dallas

ï Industrial: Turner Industries Group, Baton Rouge, La.

ï Infrastructure:Allan Myers, Worcester, Pa.

ï Military: M.C. Dean Inc., Tysons Corner, Va.

ï Mixed Use: Lithko Contracting LLC, West Chester, Ohio

ïMuseums/Monuments/Parks:MAREK, Houston

ï Office: Bergelectric Corp., Carlsbad, Calif.

ï Parking: Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing, Houston

ï Religious: FSG Electric / Facility Solutions Group Inc., Irvine, Calif.

ï Residential: Power Design Inc., St. Petersburg, Fla.

ï Retail: FSG Electric / Facility Solutions Group Inc., Irvine, Calif.

ï Sports Complex: Brasfield & Gorrie LLC, Birmingham,Ala.

“This year’s ABC Top Performers agree that culture is key,” said Michael Bellaman, president and CEO of ABC. “Not only is a strong corporate culture an essential component of a thriving and vibrant workplace, but it helps retain top talent, create safe and healthy job sites and build better communities. We honor these top-performing contractors that are placing the highest importance on investing in their people, health and safety, and innovation.”

To be eligible, Top Performers must achieve Gold status or higher in ABC’s STEP Safety Management System, which makes the top-performing contractors more than six times safer than the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics industry average, according to ABC’s Safety Performance Report. The majority of the honorees also must earn ABC’s Accredited Quality Contractor credential.

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Experts Urge Implementing Compliance Programs Now

RISK from page 1

labor shortages and indecipherable project pipelines go with the territory.

Fraud can happen when economic uncertainty hits a company’s shaky finances and inappropriate action is taken to mitigate the chaos.

Fraud Crushes Contractors

Procurement and change orders threaten the contractor who doesn’t immediately and directly benefit from the fraudulent action.

In these situations, contractors don’t get a fair shot at hiring time, according to accounting firm Grant Thornton. They also can be hurt by cash flow issues when funds are drained as a result.

Theft is an even greater risk for contractors who must manage complex logistics while juggling myriad aspects of the job. Material prices alone over the past two years have incentivized asset misappropriation, said Tim Lynch, Grant Thornton construction advisory manager.

The situation has resulted in illegal resale of materials on the black market.

“The theft of valuable material directly affects a contractor’s already narrow margin” said Lynch.

Insurance may cover some of the direct cost of the theft, but there is a significant indirect cost, he said.

“Business owners now worry about locking down their inventory and wonder who they can trust instead of focusing on winning the next project.”

When project-level staff are tasked with handling labor and wage compliance, violations can occur in this area. These managers and accountants are often incentivized to keep costs down and increase profits.

“Direct financial incentives provide a clear motivation for someone to commit fraud,” said Alex Koltsov, Grant Thornton forensics director.

And that’s why contractors need proper oversight to monitor those risks, he added.

Other factors that contribute to fraud vulnerability are remote job sites that are inherent in the construction industry. Remote job sites make it difficult to watch over assets and prevent theft, said Steve Thomason of business advisor LBMC.

Offsite work presents the ability to also conceal embezzlement by spreading out fraudulent costs over multiple contracts, he said.

Common construction fraud risks include fictitious vendors, ghost employees, vendor kickbacks and materials theft. Bid rigging, change order falsifications and cyber threats and data theft also can threaten a contractor’s business.

“While many of these risks are pervasive to all industries, contractors are uniquely

susceptible to fraud schemes,” said Thomason.

Lynch and Koltsov believe implementing value-added solutions can prevent and limit fraudulent behavior.

“Implementing compliance programs may sound unnecessary, especially in an unfavorable economic cycle,” Koltsov said.

“However, we urge companies to recognize that fraud increases during these fragile times.”

Failing to develop an effective construction fraud program now can lead to huge financial and time burdens later, he said.

The best way to combat construction fraud is with management oversight, preaches construction payment software developer Levelset.

Give Diligence Its Due

In general, due diligence is crucial to a project, saidAlex Benarroche, Levelset legal associate.

“Try to hire local and established contractors to reduce the possibility of fraud,” he said.

Inform yourself about local market conditions, availability of competition and bid pricing of comparable projects in the area.

“It’s also a good idea to familiarize yourself with their business structure,” said Benarroche. “Many times, subsidiary companies may be trying to conceal who the principal is. Know who you are working with.”

Designate a chief compliance officer as a communication point between contractors on the project and the owner/management team.

Benarroche believes the compliance officer should not only conduct initial investigations but regular ongoing reviews as well.

“Continuous monitoring is a simple way to decrease the likelihood of fraud,” he said. “Your chief compliance officer should have the power to conduct periodic audits and be able to review payrolls, invoices and contracts.”

Finally, said Benarroche, stay alert. “Fraud occurs when people stop paying attention.”

Implementing these measures early on in the construction project will help long-term, but staying alert will protect a contractor from fraud.

Violations can lead to lawsuits, which costs money. A history of fraud can destroy a company’s reputation. “Always be vigilant,” he urged.

A system of adequate segregation of duties throughout the accounting and financial processes is what Thomason of LBMC advises.

“There should be multiple employees involved in the responsibilities for authorizing [and] recording transactions.”

Multiple trusted employees also should perform reconciliations and access cash funds or assets, he said.

Thomason urged contractors to focus on internal controls and segregate duties. This way, “contractors can limit the opportunities for fraud perpetrated and concealed by the same individual,” said Thomason.

For instance, he said, reconciling billings and receivables should be performed by someone who does not have access to incoming payments.

“Carefully review line items and quantities on payment applications for any irregularities.”

Thomason also urged contractors to monitor the jobs-in-progress schedules closely for significant overbillings or under-billings.

Always obtain competitive bids for materials and subcontracts over a certain amount. And have an employee other than the project manager review supplier and subcontractor invoices, he added. “Require dual signatures/approval on all checks or electronic funds transfers.”

Pre-qualify subcontractors, verifying bonds with bonding agents and prohibiting payments unless surety bonds are on file. Also, watch out for lowest bids that are consistently awarded to the same subcontractor or supplier. Monitor the jobs in progress schedules closely for-profit fade to detect fictitious costs, advised Thomason.

Keep a close eye out for duplicate payroll payments and reconcile the W-2s and payroll tax reports to the general ledger system.

“Perform occasional jobsite visits to compareemployeeheadcountatthejobsitetotime reports and payroll checks/direct deposits.”

On the job site, compare material quantities purchased with the original bid. Reconcile purchase orders to delivery tickets and invoices. He advises clients to install security cameras to identify theft of materials and track and monitor scrap sales of materials.

“Implementing strategies in these key areas can help alleviate a contractor’s exposure to some of the most common fraud schemes,” said Thomason.

Contractors risk fraud or theft because of operating environment, long history of industry fraud and opportunity for fraud post COVID-19.

“Taking the time and committing resources to prevent fraud from occurring will pay off dividends in the long run,” said Thomason.

Watch for Potential Threats

When it comes to details, attention is key in Grant Thornton’s suggested policies and practices.

The financial consulting firm advises contractors and owners to implement a program for business protection.

• Keep on dealing with the details.

Incorporate detailed cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle, the accounting firm urged.

“One of the best ways to stop construction fraud is to stop the slush fund from filling up.”

Engage qualified cost estimators and quantity surveyors who can deter fraud by monitoring market-reasonable pricing.

• Vet your vendors before project commencement.

Perform risk-based due diligence, said Grant Thornton. Identify potential conflicts of interest and assess performance risk.

Recognize the regulatory risk in hiring a see RISK page 82

Fraud happens when economic uncertainty, shaky finances and inappropriate actions mix.

LeeBoy Debuts Prototype 8520C ElectricAsphalt Paver

Leveraging a range of EV components and propulsion technologies provided by General Motors, with engineering support from Powertrain Control Solutions, the prototype 8520C EPaver helps showcase the potential for electrification in the commercial asphalt paving industry.

LeeBoy, a manufacturer of equipment for the commercial asphalt market, has introduced its first prototype electric paver with the 8520C EPaver, in collaboration with General Motors (GM) and Powertrain Control Solutions (PCS).

The 8520C E-Paver continues to set the standard in heavy-commercial paving with the proven performance operators have come to expect from LeeBoy coupled with the ability to meet the future demands of the asphalt paving industry, the manufacturer said.

“We know that the industry is making a move towards electric machines,” Chris Broome, senior product manager at LeeBoy said.

“What we wanted to do with the E-Paver is take an automotive grade electric drive system and match it with established LeeBoy components. The hydraulic systems on the EPaver are a mirror image of the 8520C that operators are used to, we replaced the diesel engine and LeeBoy integrated a compatible electric drive system.”

Leveraging a range of EV components and propulsion technologies provided by General Motors, with engineering support from Powertrain Control Solutions, the prototype 8520C E-Paver helps showcase the potential for electrification in the commercial asphalt paving industry.

“As GM pursues its vision of an all-electric future, extending the advantages of EV technology beyond our core vehicle portfolio will continue to play a role in greater overall

adoption,” said Travis Hester, GM vice president of EV Growth Operations. “This concept paver unit, created in collaboration with LeeBoy and PCS, highlights another exciting application and business that can benefit greatly from electrification.”

Enhanced Applications, Comfort for Operators

While the prototype 8520C E-Paver was designed with trusted LeeBoy features and technology like the Legend HD Screed, GM’s electric drive system not only helps contractors meet their sustainability goals, but also can improve operating efficiency and comfort.

“On the electric paver, contractors won’t be wasting fuel while idling,” Broome said. “Any time you put the machine in neutral, the paver powers down so you’re not wasting energy waiting on trucks.”

As an additional benefit, operators also can experience decreased noise levels while using an electric machine and the standard operating station they are comfortable with on

other LeeBoy machines.

“The controls feature our “LeeBoy Family Feel” and style,” Broome said. “They are standard to our electric over hydraulic controls so there won’t be a learning curve to jump in from an 8520 to this electric machine.”

LeeBoy was able to maintain some of the familiar control style utilizing the controls development expertise of Engine Power Source (EPS).

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• 120VAC or 240VAC onboard charger; rapid charging available

• Legend HD screed variable up to 15 ft.

• LeeBoy hydraulic system

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• Operator friendly toggle switch controls

“On the electric paver, contractors won’t be wasting fuel while idling.”

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Caterpillar,Axenox Come to Agreement

Caterpillar Inc. announced the company has entered into an agreement with construction solutions supplier Axenox Inc. to acquire the intellectual properties of two of the company’s asphalt paving screed products.

Under the agreement, Oxclaw textured screed plates and Bullox modular screed plate system will be available options exclusively for Cat asphalt paving customers.

A significant departure from the industry standard, Oxclaw’s three-dimensional textured screed provides lateral compaction confinement to asphalt material. This improves mat density and smoothness as well as density at the joint to reduce compaction expense and improve chances of achieving pay bonuses.

Screed cast plates are made with high strength chromium carbide, delivering high wear resistance and longer life in the field.

A new way to secure the plate to the screed, the Bullox system reduces screed plate change time up 80 percent, from days to less than four hours, lowering costs and maximizing paver uptime availability, according to the manufacturer. After a one-time installation of the insulated conductor plate, simple screed plate changes are completed using a lock-andgo system, eliminating the need to access and remove the

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Wirtgen’s Generation Z² Round-Shank Picks Improves Cutting Tech, Efficiency

The demands on cutting tools for environmentally friendly cold recycling and effective soil stabilization are extremely varied. Among the most important of these demands are high cutting performance, resistance to extreme impacts and maximum resistance to wear.

With the new, extremely durable Generation Z² round-shank picks, Wirtgen sets standards when it comes to longservicelife,reliabilityandefficiency.

Proven in Practice: Wear Plate With Grooved Profile Increases Efficiency

Anewly developed wear plate with a special grooved profile improves centering and demonstrably optimizes the rotation behavior. This ensures that the durable carbide tip is always ready to cut, and assures best possible carbide utilization, according to the manufacturer.

In addition, the grooved profile

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Higher Resilience, Reliability

In order to assure consistently secure seating of the pick in the pick holder bore, the Generation Z² round-shank picks feature the tried and tested TwinStop clamping sleeve from Wirtgen. The optimized carbide composition with a higher proportion of cobalt guarantees additional resistance to even the highest impact forces.

Key Technology for Greater Machine Efficiency

Wirtgen sees high savings potential for users in the further development of its innovative cutting technologies. The perfect interplay between machines and high-performance cutting tools is an important factor for the realization of ultimate efficiency in everyday working scenarios.

The use of the new Generation Z2 round-shank picks further increases operational reliability. The higher machine utilization rates and productivity achieved result in lower operating costs and greater efficiency.

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BOMAG Americas featured two of its new generation milling machine designs at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023.

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With its lighter, more compact and highly maneuverable design, the BOMAG BM 2200/65 large planer boasts a modest, 58-in. milling radius — up to 14 percent smaller than other models — to increase efficiency in tight-radius applications like small cul-de-sacs.

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BOMAG’s exclusive design improves cutter life and increases fuel efficiency by up to 20 percent. BOMAG offers a wide range of milling technologies from standard to fine to power drum designs to meet virtually any application need. The milling chamber’s side access door makes it possible for quick and efficient changing of milling drums.

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Meeting Tier IV Final/Stage V emissions standards, the powerful 350 hp (260 kW) engine makes the BOMAG BM 1200/35-2 the highest performance planer in its class, the manufacturer said.

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With its lighter, more compact and highly maneuverable design, the BOMAG BM 2200/65 large planer boasts a modest, 58-in. milling radius.

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The BM 2200/65 mill on display at ConExpo-Con/AGG was equipped with the BOMAG exclusive ION DUST SHIELD. With this unique system that protects machine workers, fine dust extracted from the milling chamber passes through the ION DUST SHIELD box before being blown onto the conveyor belt. Electrodes positively charge the fine dust, which encourages dust particles to bond together, forming non-hazardous course dust particles that are removed by the conveyor belt.

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Boone, NC 828-268-9992

GOMACO is building on the success of the GP360, a combination concrete slipform paver and placer/spreader on two tracks with the introduction of the GP460 for wider width operations.

As a placer/spreader with a 60 in. belt, the GP460 will accommodate widths up to 50 ft. wide. As a concrete slipform paver, the GP460 will pave widths up to 40 ft. wide.

It’s built on the framework of the GOMACO two-track GP4 slipform paver with the ability to convert the prime mover into a concrete placer/spreader. The prime mover is equipped with vibrator circuits for paving and auger drive circuits for placing.

Controlling the new technology is made possible with the GOMACO-exclusive G+ digital control system. G+ seamlessly handles the controls conversion needed for each application while also bringing onboard Machine to Machine (M2M) communication, sonic sensors, 3D machine guidance and more.

The GOMACO GP460 is powered by a Caterpillar C7.1

turbocharged diesel engine to efficiently drive the conveyor belt and distribute concrete across the grade. The high-volume, 60 in. conveyor belt can be mounted on either the left or right side, depending on job-site conditions and the location of the haul road. It has a discharge speed of up to 492.5 ft. per minute for fast and efficient concrete placement.

A controllable material deflector directs the flow of concrete at the discharge end of the conveyor for placement accuracy. A dual-drive auger system moves the material to the center or outer areas and across the strike-off.

The GP460 is available with an optional sonic sensor system to monitor the concrete depth as it is placed. Information from the sonic sensors is utilized by the G+ control system on the paver using M2M communication to provide an optimum and consistent head of concrete in front of the paver.

The GP460 placer/spreader slipform paver made its world debut at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023.

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

A controllable material deflector directs the flow of concrete at the discharge end of the conveyor for placement accuracy.

SERIOUS POWER IN A SMALLER PACKAGE

The New RT-50 Track Loader boasts a greater performance-to-weight ratio than any machine in its class, so you can get more power in tight areas than ever before. Powered by a 50-horsepower class diesel, 3-cylinder, turbo charged YANMAR 3TN engine, the RT-50 touts a 1,400-pound rated operating capacity while coming in at just 5,180 pounds. Not to mention the industry’s lowest ground pressure and the ability to be towed behind a ½-ton pick-up truck. This small machine packs an impressive punch for contractors, homeowners, or rental customers.

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Bobcat of Palm Beach West Palm Beach 561-689-9880

www.sbequipment.com

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Bobcat of Treasure Coast Fort Pierce 772-460-9998

www.sbequipment.com

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Bobcat of Savannah Bloomingdale 912-236-5588

www.bobcatops.com

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Bobcat of Asheville Arden 828-684-4403

www.bobcatops.com

R.S. Braswell Company Kannapolis 704-933-2269

www.rsbraswell.com

Bobcat of Charlotte Charlotte 704-343-9000

www.bobcatofcharlotte.com

Bobcat of Monroe Monroe 704-289-2200

www.bobcatofmonroe.com

Triangle Equipment Co., Inc. Morrisville 919-781-7910

www.ncbobcat.com

Bobcat of Johnston County Garner 919-661-1833

www.ncbobcat.com

Bobcat of Wilmington Wilmington 910-395-2050

www.ncbobcat.com

Bobcat of Wilson Wilson 252-206-0733

www.whitesequipmentco.com

Bobcat of New Bern New Bern 252-636-1837

www.whitesequipmentco.com

Bobcat of Winterville Winterville 252-756-4055

www.whitesequipmentco.com

Bobcat of Jacksonville Jacksonville 910-347-1646

www.whitesequipmentco.com

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Bobcat of Clarksville Clarksville 931-436-9555

www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Nashville La Vergne 615-941-4000

www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of McMinnville McMinnville 931-488-4767

www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Maury County Columbia 931-981-9909

www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Charleston North Charleston 843-725-6330

www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Columbia Columbia 803-933-9996

www.bobcatops.com

Bobcat of Greenville Piedmont 864-269-3600

www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Spartanburg Spartanburg 864-342-9003

www.gatewaydealer.com

Bobcat of Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach 843-236-4499

www.ncbobcat.com

Bobcat of Rock Hill Rock Hill 803-670-2003

www.BobcatofRockHill.com

ASV Introduces Two Forestry Compact Track Loaders

ASV introduced the VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry PosiTrack compact track loaders at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023.

The new VT-100 compact track loader is a vertical lift machine that excels in loading and grading applications in landscaping and construction. The VT-100 Forestry is suited for mulching, right-of-way clearance, site prep and more. The models include elevated comfort, visibility and performance features.

“The introduction of these two new loaders reinforces our reputation as a compact track loader specialist,” said Buck Storlie, product manager of the ASV brand.

“They are the perfect option for those looking for a little more power than the RT-75 without having to go to the heavy hitter of all CTLs — the RT-135. The lifting capabilities, pushing power and hydraulic flow of the new VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry is sure to impress.”

Power

ASV’s VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry come equipped with a 103.5 hp Tier IV Final Yanmar diesel engine and standard 40 gpm high flow. The loaders’ large line sizes, hydraulic coolers and direct-drive pumps transfer more flow and pressure directly to the attachment and reduce power loss.

The VT-100 features a 3,500-lb. rated operating capacity and 10,286-lb. tipping load while the VT-100 Forestry includes a 3,700-lb. rated operating capacity and a 10,571-lb. tipping load.

The models feature ASV’s Posi-Track rubber track suspension. Known for its smooth ride, the dual-level suspension of the VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry features both suspended wheels and axles, allowing it to manage every type of terrain and at faster speeds. The suspended wheels and fully flexible track conform to the ground, assuring maximum ground contact and traction, according to the manufacturer.

Performance

The new models include several optional efficiencyenhancing features to improve the operator experience and overall productivity. These intuitive features help improve productivity on the job site and level out the learning curve

for new operators to expedite the training process. The load-sensing system offers both improved efficiency and fuel savings. The system regulates the 40-gpm hydraulic pump, so it only produces what’s necessary to complete the work rather than using maximum flow all the time.

The work-tool positioner allows operators to create a preset for the angle of the attachment based on the task at hand, allowing return to position at the push of a button. Similarly, return-to-position technology complements the work tool positioner by allowing operators to set a designated height for the loader arms. The features can be paired together or used independently to adjust to the needs of the job site.

Operators can move material more quickly with less loss with the VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry’s self-leveling and ride-control features. Self-leveling technology uses dualdirection capabilities to automatically level the load both while raising the loader arms and — unlike many other CTLs — while lowering them. Speed-sensitive ride control offers operators the convenience of enhanced material retention at higher speeds without needing to actively switch the feature off while switching to more slow-moving applications, such as grading.

Auto 2-speed rounds out the efficiency-enhancing features for the new models. The feature allows the compact track loader to shift automatically between low and highspeed modes. This creates a more seamless transition between the two modes, providing operators improved control while working in tight places, grading or in other applications that require finite control, the manufacturer said.

Additionally, the compact track loaders boost jobsite productivity with travel speeds up to 9.3 mph. A low 4.0 psi ground pressure from both models allows smooth performance on sensitive, unstable surfaces.

Comfort, Operator Experience

The new models prioritize comfort and operator experience with 360-degree visibility and a 7-in. color display for improved convenience on the job site. The vibrant color display provides vital monitoring tools, shows the view from the backup camera, and integrates with service schedules and history for added convenience. Operators can work

longer days in comfort with a standard fully adjustable suspended seat. The smooth ride allowed by ASV’s Posi-Track undercarriage contributes to more comfort on bumpy terrain. A removable roof hatch on both models maximizes safety on both models. The VT-100 Forestry features forestry-rated guarding around the light and radiator as well as a built-in limb riser. Operator safety is a priority with the machine featuring forestry-level operator protective structures, impact falling object and rollover ISO standards.

The VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry also will include optional remote-control capabilities. The remote is available as a factory or field-install option and allows operators to control the loader from a distance with a harness-mounted control box. The new feature improves operator safety in potentially dangerous situations such as on steep slopes. It also increases operator independence when they may benefit from a larger view of the job site during operation or the ability to complete tasks outside of the loader without needing to get in and out of the cab.

Serviceability

ASV stands behind the reliability of its Posi-Track loaders with a two-year, 2,000-hour warranty. The warranty includes a no-derailment guarantee and covers the tracks for the entire warranty period.

Ease of serviceability also will stand out to operators with convenient features such as easily accessible daily checkpoints and removable skid plates for quick cleaning when needed. The VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry include threepanel engine access plus a swing-out radiator that requires no tools to open for simple access to daily check points.

Just as the two new compact track loaders feature a Yanmar Tier-IV Final engine, the new compact track loader also incorporates Yanmar’s optional SMARTASSIST telematics system. SMARTASSIST features range from error detection and notification to real-time operational status updates and daily work reports. The telematics system also includes integrated theft protection, allowing the machine’s owner to set a range from a specific location and trigger an alert if that range is exceeded.

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

The new VT-100 compact track loader is a vertical lift machine that excels in loading and grading applications in landscaping and construction.

The VT-100 Forestry is suited for mulching, right-of-way clearance, site prep and more.

HyundaiLaunches New Skid Steer, Compact Track Loader

Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas announced the first availability in NorthAmerica of a new skid steer and a new compact track loader with both models performing in the large-frame size class.

The new HS and HT Series models, which are on display at Hyundai’s booth at ConExpo-Con/AGG feature Tier IV Final-compliant Hyundai engines that provide efficient power while meeting the most stringent emissions standards.

“With the addition of the HS skid steer and HT compact track loader, Hyundai’s compact equipment lineup will serve even more customers in construction, landscaping, agriculture and material handling,” said Adam Ford, product manager, Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas.

“Combined with Hyundai compact excavators, these Hyundai machines provide broader range of capabilities to contractors and other equipment users whose work requires powerful, dependable and affordable compact equipment.”

Ford also noted that the new HS and HT Series machines are engineered to meet the most exacting demands for performance, durability and operator comfort, while satisfying the strictest environmental requirements.

Hyundai Engines Power HS, HT Series Machines

The new Hyundai HS and HT models are powered by a Hyundai HTI4 four-cycle, turbocharged, electronically controlled diesel engine. These new engines, designed and manufactured by Hyundai, meet Tier IV Final and EU Stage V emissions standards and deliver 70 net hp (52 kW) at 2,200 rpm.

The Hyundai HS120V skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 2,690 lbs. and its heaped bucket capacity is 0.58 cu. yd.

The Hyundai HT100V compact track loader has a rated operating capacity of 2,300 lbs. and its heaped bucket capacity is 0.58 cu. yd.

Full-Featured for Power, Performance, Comfort, Safety

Built on the same sturdy platform, the new Hyundai HS and HT models provide a combination of features that translates into high productivity and dependable on-the-job performance, according to the manufacturer.

Key standard features include a multi-function joystick enabling operators to control all machine functions with their hands only; a vertical lift path that allows the boom to raise the bucket straight up to full height for better stability, less spillage and greater lift height; and two-speed travel enabling quick movement around the job site.

Operators will appreciate the standard control and comfort features, including enhanced visibility from the operator’s seat, robust cab air-conditioning, spacious cabin for allday comfort, easy open/close sliding door that lets the operator work with the door opened or closed, and LED working lights to illuminate the jobsite in reduced-visibility circum-

stances.

“Operators will also enjoy Ride Control, which comes standard on HS120V skid steer,” Ford said. “Owners will also appreciate the extra load retention and productivity they get from Ride Control.” He noted that Ride Control will be available for the HT100V CTL this fall.

HS and HT Series models all feature a hydraulic quick coupler enabling the operator to change attachments quickly and safely from the cab, boosting uptime and productivity.

Standard safety features of the Hyundai HS and HT Series machines include a rearview camera for enhanced operator awareness of jobsite hazards; an “escort system” that keeps the LED lights illuminated for 30 seconds after machine shutdown to give the operator a safe view of the job site when exiting the cab; emergency escape through the front door; and an emergency boom-down feature that enables manual descent of the boom in the unlikely event of electrical system failure.

Optional High-Flow, Ride Control, Hi MATE Telematics

The optional high-flow hydraulic system provides extra capacity to run attachments that need an additional hydraulic boost, significantly expanding the machines’ versatility. Optional ride control reduces operator fatigue and material spillage when operating over rough surfaces.

Hyundai’s Hi MATE telematics system is available on both the new HS and HT models. With Hi MATE, users can remotely evaluate machine performance, access diagnostic information and verify machine location.

Its geo-fencing capability protects equipment from theft or unauthorized use outside custom-defined boundaries.

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

“...these Hyundai machines provide broader range ofcapabilities...”

Adam Ford Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas

The new Hyundai HS and HT models are powered by a Hyundai HTI4 four-cycle, turbocharged, electronically controlled diesel engine. These new engines, designed and manufactured by Hyundai, meet Tier IV Final and EU Stage V emissions standards and deliver 70 net hp (52 kW) at 2,200 rpm.

Kubota Introduces New SVL75-3 Compact Track Loader

Kubota Tractor Corporation introduced the new SVL75-3 to its compact track loader lineup from the showroom floor at ConExpo-Con/AGG in Las Vegas. The new SVL75-3 replaces the popular SVL75-2 with a wide range of performance, comfort and productivity features and will be available at authorized Kubota dealerships beginning in May 2023.

“The new SVL75-3 really raises the bar for Kubota’s compact track loader line with the introduction of the first model in the -3 series,” said Jerry Corder, Kubota product manager, construction equipment. “With a wide range of performance and functionality improvements over its predecessor, and standard technology features included in the cab, operators are going to work faster and more efficiently on the job site.”

Increased Torque, Elevated Performance

The new SVL75-3 is powered by a 74.3 hp Kubota engine with higher maximum torque, allowing for quick and efficient work. With a working range that includes a rated operating capacity of 2,490 lbs. at 35 percent or 3,557 lbs. at 50 percent, an impressive 6,191 lbs. of breakout force and a hinge pin height of 122.7 in., the SVL75-3 can tackle the toughest tasks, according to the manufacturer.

The SVL75-3’s hydraulic system features an Advanced Multifunction Valve (AMV) that helps to ensure smooth movement of all hydraulic functions when operated simultaneously, allowing operators to run the auxiliary hydraulics, bucket and loader arm functions at the same time with a lower risk of stalling. The Electronic Travel Torque Management System is designed to enable operators to work faster and with more power by constantly monitoring the load of the machine to optimally control hydraulic pump output according to the load, reducing engine stalls for smoother operation in even the toughest conditions.

Updated travel features include faster two-speed travel and the Advanced Auto Downshift system from Kubota compact excavators that automatically downshifts from high to low gear while making turns, immediately providing the maximum amount of torque needed when exiting a turn. Operators also have the ability to change their travel response sensitivity with the choice of three track response settings: mild, normal and quick.

Spacious One-Piece Sealed Cab With Advanced Technology Features

The SVL75-3 is equipped with Kubota’s new one-piece sealed cab that helps prevent dirt, dust, rain and debris from entering the operator space while also reducing noise levels. Operators step into a wide cab entrance through a sliding front door that can be opened regardless of the position of the

bucket or loader arms, and machine operation is possible with the door open. Front and rear LED work lights and a large upper windshield allows for increased operator visibility, day or night.

A new 7-in. color LCD touch panel with jog dial comes standard in the SVL75-3 and is conveniently positioned to the front right of the operator for easy visibility and fast access. The LCD panel gives operators

access to a wide range of functions and vital information, like battery charge, hydraulic oil and coolant temperature, auxiliary mode and fuel level, and is also where the standard rear- view camera is displayed. Additional features include keyless engine start, with the ability to save up to 51 user passcodes, and a new integrated Bluetooth radio that provides seamless streaming and hands-free calling, available in closed cab models only.

Maintenance Made Easy

When it is time to service the SVL75-3, maintenance is a breeze due to easy access to the engine compartment, battery and fluid filters, while the radiator and oil cooler are conveniently located on top of the engine compartment making them easy to reach for cleaning and routine maintenance. An optional reversing fan helps to keep the radiator intake free of dust and debris to ensure optimal air flow. The one-piece sealed cabin can be tilted up 56.5 in. without having to lift the boom, providing access to the hydraulic pumps, valves, lines and hydraulic tank.

The new SVL75-3 will be available at authorized Kubota dealers beginning in May 2023.

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

The new SVL75-3 is powered by a 74.3 hp Kubota engine with higher maximum torque, allowing for quick and efficient work.

The new SVL75-3 replaces the popular SVL75-2 with a wide range of performance, comfort and productivity features.

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Yanmar Compact Equipment Debuts New Line of CTLs

Yanmar Compact Equipment

launched its entry as a comprehensive compact equipment solutions provider at ConExpo 2023 with a new line of compact track loaders.

The TL65RS, TL75VS, TL80VS and TL100VS are construction-grade machines featuring the company’s performance, efficiency, technology and reliability standards.

Ranging from 67 to 103.5 hp, the new compact track loaders cover a wide range of customer needs. They round out Yanmar’s compact equipment lineup already made up of miniexcavators, compact wheel loaders and tracked carriers. The new line is ideal for construction work, rental applications and more, the manufacturer said.

“These new compact track loaders create a full line of compact equipment and we are excited to bring more value to the market with the reliable products we’re known for,” said Buck Storlie, product manager, Yanmar Compact Equipment.

“Customers love our mini excavators for their quality construction and trusted performance in any conditions and now those benefits will be available in our compact track loaders.”

Yanmar introduced the TL65RS, TL75VS, TL80VS and TL100VS at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023.

Performance

All of Yanmar’s new compact track loaders are constructiongrade and include extra durability for the construction, landscaping and rental industries. Reliable Tier IV Final Yanmar diesel engines offer an additional performance boost. The operator experience is a key focus in the machines with premium 360-degree visibility and a standard suspended seat for enhanced comfort. A removable roof hatch escape offers an optimized safety feature for operators.

Efficiency

The models also include several optional efficiency-enhancing featurestoimprovetheoperatorexperience and overall productivity. These include a work tool positioner, return-to-position technology, self-leveling, ride control and auto two-speed capabilities. These intuitive features help improve productivity on the jobsite and level out the learning curve for new operators to expedite the training process.

Technology

The loaders incorporate Yanmar’s optional SmartAssist telematics from the company’s miniexcavatorline.Featuresrange from error detection and notification to real-time operational status updates and daily work reports. SmartAssist also includes integrated theft protection, allowing the machine’s owner to set a range from a specific location and trigger an alert if that range is exceeded.Atouchscreen 7-inch color display also comes standard with each of the new compact track loaders for improved convenience on the job site.

Reliability

True to Yanmar’s reputation for reliability, each machine will have a 2-year/2,000-hour warranty and a suspended undercarriage with a pivot link system at the rear axle for added resistance to tough jobs. This linkage technology uses a spring load to reduce oscillation and stabilize the machine, helping to improve material retention and ride quality. Combined with highly durable bar-tread tracks, Tier-IV Final engines and convenient serviceability features,Yanmar’s new compact track loaders provide maximum ROI.

“As specialists in the compact equipment market, we designed these compact track loaders to be the whole package,” Storlie said. “Our engines are already preferred on a wide array of compact equipment, and we’re committed to upholding our reputation for excellence and reliability as Yanmar expands into the compact track loader realm.”

The TL100VS will start production in the spring of 2023 while the other three machines will begin production in late 2023.

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

Yanmar Compact Equipment photo

The TL65RS, TL75VS, TL80VS and TL100VS are construction-grade machines featuring Yanmar’s performance, efficiency, technology and reliability standards.

Yanmar Compact Equipment photo

The introduction rounds out Yanmar’s compact equipment lineup already made up of mini-excavators, compact wheel loaders and tracked carriers. The new line is ideal for construction work, utility applications, rental applications and more.

GET ON THE WINNING TRACK.

Engineered to boost the accuracy and productivity of your operation, the John Deere 333G SmartGrade™ Compact Track Loader (CTL) delivers precise grading performance while limiting technology includes the operator-friendly DozerMode Control system to enable intuitive crawler operation, with the Deere-designed and purpose-built six-way SG96 Dozer Blade powering the push. This skillful solution is designed to quickly and easily elevate your grades. It all adds up.

JohnDeere.com/SmartGradeCTL

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CATERPILLAR

KUBOTA

LIUGONG

WACKER

NEW HOLLAND

Despite efforts by Construction Equipment Guide to contact all the manufacturers of skid steers, not all of them appear in this chart.

GEHL *Models that are being phased out

YANMAR

LOWE® Trenchers

Berlon’s Skeleton Rock Grapple has dual independent claws for complete clamping down on awkward loads. This bucket is ideal for rock picking, clearing fence lines, construction, scrap metal and other clean-up applications.

The LOWE® trenching attachments have proven to be one of the most useful tools in the attachment market. Primarily used on skid steer loaders, trenching attachments also excel on compact track loaders and a wide range of mini-loaders. With a large selection of boom lengths and digging chains available, the LOWE® trenching attachment can make your machinery investment more useful.

LOWE® Augers

The BP-Series planetary reduction auger drives bring elements of performance and dependability to the attachment marketplace.

-Features include: increased gear strength, stronger shaft support and through hardened alloy drive shaft.

Berlon’s Heavy Duty Extended Lip bucket provides greater cutting edge visibility while standard heavy duty package makes it ideal for machines 75HP and greater.

Features include: ¼” body, Reinforcement tube across back of bucket for added strength, Bucket bottom includes a heavy-duty dimple plate *A Berlon Exclusive*, 3/4”x6” weld-on cutting edge w/holes.

Berlon’s Compact Articulating Loader bucket is ideal for loading feed mixers and other heavy duty material handling equipment.

Features include: ¼” body, Reinforcement tube across back of bucket for added strength, Bucket bottom includes 5 wear bars for durability, 3/4”x6” weld-on cutting edge with holes.

Major Milestone... Yanmar Compact Equipment, ASV Brands Officially Join Forces to Become YCENA

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America (YCENA), encompassing the Yanmar Compact Equipment and ASV brands, finalizes its status as a single legal entity. The milestone comes three years after the Yanmar Group acquired ASV Holdings Inc. Now, the Yanmar Compact Equipment division in North America and ASV officially join to become YCENA.

“This is a huge step for us, our dealers and our customers,” said Tate Johnson, president of YCENA. “The alignment of the two brands allows us to focus on expansion, new products, and overall strategic growth in North America while finding new ways to serve our customers.”

Yanmar CE and ASV have operated as YCENA from a commercial standpoint since July 2020.The alignment as a single, legal entity allows for a better, more capable, and dedicated compact equipment

entity focused on leadership in the North American compact equipment market. It willallowawiderrangeofcompactequipment offerings long-term, offer a single way for compact equipment dealers to do business with YCENA and strengthen the global Yanmar Compact Equipment team.

The Yanmar CE and ASV brands will remain distinct under YCENA with each brand retaining its product lines and dealer networks. Currently, Yanmar Compact Equipment offers mini-excavators, compact wheel loaders and tracked carriers with a focus on commercial construction, residential construction, utility and rental applications. ASV offers compact track loaders and skid steers popular in the landscaping and forestry markets.

For more information, call 1/800-2059913 or visit YanmarCE.com or asvi.com.

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America photo

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, encompassing the Yanmar Compact Equipment and ASV brands, finalizes its status as a single legal entity.

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West Columbia, SC 803/794-9340

Many of you may have already filed your federal taxes while some of you may have requested an extension. Either way, we thought we’d share with you a federal tax form from 1913. A lot of things were certainly harder more than 100 years ago, but not taxes.

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233 Melville Road, Arley, AL 35541 800-669-6450 • 205-387-1600

EvolutionWheelOffersNewTire

Evolution Wheel is known as a leader in innovative top-quality heavy-duty skid steer tires.

The EWRS-HS series solid skid steer tire is the hard surface version of the EWRS-AT series all-terrain tire. The solid EWRS-HS skid steer tire is ideal for surfaces like concrete or asphalt making them perfect for new construction, paving and recycling operations.

Evolution Wheel knows that these types of jobs require excellent traction and longevity. So, the company set out to design a tire for these environments.

Evolution Wheel spends a lot of time in the research and development stage for its products, rigorously testing them to make sure they produce the right tires for the job.

To start, Evolution Wheel engineered the EWRS-HS series for severe duty applications where tire wear is the biggest concern. To do this it redesigned the tread pattern to maximize surface area.

The EWRS-HS doubled the surface area of the EWRS-AT Series to 66 percent to spread the weight of the machine out. This lowers the pressure per square inch on the concrete while extending its wear life significantly. Additionally, the EWRS-HS series has the deepest tread on the market,

measuring at 52/32 in.. The deeper the tread, the more it can wear, increasing longevity as well.

These two features allow the tire to last 3 to 5 times the lifespan of a traditional pneumatic tire, according to the manufacturer.

Solid tires have a reputation for being rough on machines and the operator driving them. Evolution Wheel wanted to reduce driver fatigue and make it easier for operators to perform their jobs while enjoying a smooth ride.

To combat this, Evolution Wheel designed the EWRS-HS tire with specialized core geometry. Referring to the apertures within the rubber. The specialized core geometry in these tires allows them to compress like a pneumatic tire without the bounce. The tread design also allows the machine to skid smoothly so the operator can push the machine harder and increase productivity, according to the company.

Like all Evolution Wheels tires, the EWRS-HS is a segmented tire. This allows the operator to service the tire right on the job site with just a ¾ in. wrench, replacing the damaged segment within minutes.

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

$145M Manatee River Bridges Project Will Improve Safety On Interchange

ALABAMA

CAROLINAS

Stone Equipment Co., Inc. 1797-A Fulton Spring Rd. Alabaster, AL 35007 844-786-6373

210 West Blvd. Montgomery, AL 36108 844-786-6373

www.stoneequipmentco.com

MISSISSIPPI

Florida DOT photo

A $145 million project is slated for completion in early 2025 and is expected to make the drive on the interchange safer, quicker and overall, easier.

By Lori Tobias CEG CORRESPONDENT

Drivers traveling the I-75 interchange at U.S. 301 can soon look forward to a vastly improved traveling experience. A$145 million project is slated for completion in early 2025 and is expected to make the drive on the interchange safer, quicker and overall, easier.

The project involves building two new bridges over the Manatee River, converting the existing U.S. 301 interchange from a partial cloverleaf to a diamond design, replacing and widening the interstate entrance and exit ramps, and widening I-75 to provide an auxiliary lane from SR 64 to the new on and off ramps.

“This is a very congested, very busy area with a lot of new development — industrial, residential and commercial,” said Brian Bollas, district one spokesman of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).

Under the existing interchange, drivers traveling northbound to get on U.S. 301 would find the highway backed onto the main travel lane of the I-75.

“This will really free up that situation,” Bollas said. “People will see greater flow along the Interstate. With the old cloverleaf, it was unsafe as people getting off were merging with people getting on. That caused accidents, congestion. By eliminating those loop ramps and eliminating the weaving motions, that will improve safety over the whole interchange.”

Adding the auxiliary lane will allow drivers traveling only one or two exits to stay on the Interstate rather than having to use the off ramps.

“That helps the flow of the people going longer distances,” Bollas said. “It almost artificially separates the long and short one or two exit trips.”

Ajax-Leware joint venture construction crews are building the two new 3,000-ft. bridges in place. One bridge will serve as the I-75 northbound off-ramp and the other for the I-75 southbound on-ramp.

“They are building them in segments, pile driving for original piers, seal slabs and footers, then moving on with the

The project involves building two new bridges over the Manatee River, converting the existing U.S. 301 interchange from a partial cloverleaf to a diamond design, replacing and widening the interstate entrance and exit ramps, and widening I-75 to provide an auxiliary lane from SR 64 to the new on and off ramps.

Mid South Machinery 3233 Hwy. 80 W. Jackson, MS 39204 601-948-6740

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103 Industrial Park Road Philadelphia, MS 39350 833-773-3421

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TENNESSE

Charlotte, NC 704-228-0455

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FLORIDA Apopka-Orlando, FL 407-401-8956 Ft. Pierce, FL 772-212-4043 Tampa, FL 813-940-4405

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GEORGIA

The project team is coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard, the Army Corps of Engineers and the Southwest Florida Water Management District for work over the mangroves and saltmarsh areas.

pile driving for the next consecutive piers,” Bollas said. “After that is done, they will come back with decking as separate job. Of course, building two bridges over tidally influenced brackish water, that’s a challenge. There’s varying depths and concerns about sink holes.”

In addition to the two interstate bridges, the project includes widening two existing bridges over areas of significant saltmarsh.

The project team is coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard, the Army Corps of Engineers and the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD, pronounced as “swiftmud”) for work over the mangroves and saltmarsh areas.

“We are looking to see if there are any manatees or species of concern,” Bollas said. “If so, we halt work immediately. So far, there haven’t been any manatee sightings. But in colder temperatures, sometimes the manatees will swim

see BRIDGES page 91

Taylor Construction Equipment 104 Brickmill Commercial Dr. Maryville, TN 37801 865-444-0883

132 Industrial Dr. White House, TN 37188 615-392-4803

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Dallas-Atlanta, GA 770-445-9019 Douglas, GA 912-922-3232 Macon, GA 478-257-8300

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Florida DOT photo

Twister Damage Leaves Millions to Find Ways to Rebuild

TWISTER from page 8

Hinkle told the Democrat-Gazette that crews were working to replace 1,500 damaged power poles, 400 transformers and some 2,000 spans of wire. Once the replacements are complete, however, she said much of the new infrastructure will be better able to withstand severe weather when it occurs.

Twisters Capped Off ‘Worst’ Week for Tennessee Governor

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee drove to one county April 1 to tour the destruction and comfort residents. He said the storms, which killed 15 in the state, capped the “worst” week of his time as governor, coming days after a school shooting in Nashville that killed six people, including a family friend whose funeral he and his wife just attended.

“It’s terrible what has happened in this community, this county, this state,” he told residents and officials in the area. “But it looks like your community has done what Tennessee communities do, and that is rally and respond.”

CNN reported that three of Tennessee’s deaths were in Memphis: Two children and one adult were found dead after police responded to calls about trees that had fallen on homes, the Memphis Police Department said in a news release.

Nine others perished in McNairy County, about 80 mi. east of Memphis. The storm “crossed our county completely from one side to the other,” Sheriff Guy Buck told the TV news network as authorities continued to search collapsed buildings for victims.

The Memphis Commercial Appeal reported that four of the people killed in McNairy County were huddled in one building in the community of Rose Creek.

County Mayor Larry Smith told the newspaper that, in total, 72 homes were destroyed by the storms and about 35 to 40 percent of the county had suffered damage.

The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed that three more people died in Shelby, and one each in Roane, Tipton and Henry counties.

The Memphis NWS also found that EF-3 tornadoes touched down March 31 in Covington and Adamsville, Tenn.

The NWS will continue to survey areas in Middle Tennessee to learn whether tornadoes caused damage in several other counties, including Wayne, Lewis, Marshall, Rutherford, Cannon and Macon.

On the morning of April 1, in northern Alabama, another EF3 twister struck Hazel Green, near Huntsville, taking the life of another victim, before crossing into Tennessee.

New Band of Storms Start Up in Iowa

As the afternoon and evening of March 31 wore on, the march of tornadoes shifted to the north in central and eastern Iowa, where many more twisters began to drop from the sky as they moved eastward.

One of the first storms in this area was a violent and ugly low-end EF-4 tornado, with winds of 170 miles per hour that traveled 43 mi. past Martinsburg and Keota, Iowa, severely damaging or destroying several homes. Thankfully, no one lost their life from this behemoth as it plowed across open

farmland.

The storm front skipped across the Mississippi River from Iowa into northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, bringing with it over a dozen EF-2 twisters. After dark, a new round of strong to intense tornadoes were born, leading to an EF-1 tornado that nonetheless slammed into the historic Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Ill., outside Chicago, during a heavymetal concert, killing one person and injuring more than two dozen others.

Further south, yet another EF-3 tornado was spawned in east-central Illinois, near the town of Palestine, and killed three people in New Hebron, before the whirlwind crossed the Wabash River into the southern part of Sullivan, Ind., killing another three residents of that town. Multiple homes and structures were severely damaged or destroyed in Sullivan, and two modular homes were thrown hundreds of yards. Trees were damaged, with many sheared 20 to 30 ft. off the ground.

Two more fatalities were reported at McCormick’s Creek State Park, west of Bloomington, Ind., when the camper they were in was destroyed. Portions of the park were described as “flattened” by severe winds.

Combined, Iowa, Illinois and Indiana endured more than 60 tornadoes between March 31 and April 1, resulting in hundreds of millions of dollars in damage.

The storms lost much of their power in the eastern states with only five relatively weak funnels confirmed in New Jersey, and one each in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware, although the latter was an EF-3 that resulted in the one death. 

Use These Tips to HelpAvoid, Mitigate Construction Fraud

RISK from page 36

company or individual with a track record of law enforcement red flags.

“These proactive due diligence steps should be supported by regular site visits during construction,” the firm added.

These site visits for the purpose of ensuring the chaos is actually orchestrated properly, should be a regular practice.

• Fix your eyes on your high-value assets.

Implement enhanced oversight of your investments to prevent inventory shrink and theft, urges Grant Thornton.

“Companies that are already experiencing unacceptable levels of inventory shrink should aggressively minimize the opportunity for theft.”

Companies that regularly hold high-value items also should protect against misappropriation.

Install video monitoring and access controls at storage and project staging locations. When scheduling staff in the logistics process, rotate individuals as you make regular assignments.

Perform regular inventory cycle counts to track any discrepancies between system records and supplies on hand. Confirm any allegations are investigated, remediated and

communicated throughout your organization.

“These steps deter theft and reduce financial impact by increasing the likelihood that theft is uncovered quickly,” said Grant Thornton.

• Set labor compliance oversight policy from the get-go.

Incorporate a centralized system for oversight for labor compliance, one of the most manipulated costs on a construction project.

Identify and analyze labor rate anomalies

against requirements and address them with management, project owner and governing bodies. Companies that manage numerous projects should develop a standardized process to collect, process, analyze and identify labor insights, believes Grant Thornton.

• Build audit rights into the contract.

Contractors “should include strong audit rights in their construction contracts to deter inappropriate behavior,” said the firm. “Companies should message third parties that an objective audit at project milestones or completion is good vendor hygiene and not an allegation of fault.”

Athird-party audit can trace not only which companies received payment but how much they were paid, notes the firm.

“An objective cost audit is often the most efficient way for a company to validate overbillings or unacceptable behavior.”

These solutions and techniques can help protect businesses, believe Lynch and Koltsov.

“The controls are just as necessary in a booming economy as they are in a recession,” they said. “But the potential for fraud at this time should cause business owners to pause and make sure their protections are sound.”

For more than 100 years, Yanmar has crafted powerful, fuel-efficient engines. Our eight excavators, six with true zero tail swing, are also put through rigorous testing to ensure that they possess that legendary Yanmar quality that allows you to overcome challenging conditions without sacrificing any of the larger-than-life power that you need to get the job done.

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 12G

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 420D

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USED VOLVO 480DL EXCAVATORS.

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

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM

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WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30

WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR ANY

WHEEL LOADERS IN MICHIGAN UNDER 10,000 POUNDS AND LESS THAN $15,000.

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 616-813-3642

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

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923322489350

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): USED CAT

MOTOR GRADERS: CAT 140G, 12G, AND 14G. IF AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET US KNOW. THANKS.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923003695360

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 926E

WHEEL LOADERS; LOOKING TO BUY CAT 936, 926 & 916. IF ANY OF THEM

AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

THANKS.

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED: INTERNATIONAL HAR-

VESTER T4 CRAWLER TRACK CHAINS. NEED A GOOD SET OF TRACK CHAINS

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

EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM

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WANTED (AL): LOOKING TO PURCHASE CAT WHEEL LOADER 936, 950B, 966F AND 980F FOR OUR INVENTORY.

IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THEM ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

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

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

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

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

EMAIL:

USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

EMAIL:BSCHAAB@AMERICANDND.COM

PHONE: 716-984-7566

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

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS @GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

EMAIL: BERTRANDLAZURE

@CHARETTETRANSPORT.COM;

PHONE: 1-450-691-5151

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

EMAIL: BERT@MEXUSCAN.COM;

PHONE: 1-514-233-5151

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

EMAIL:EQUIPMENTPRO22@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 570-423-7631

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WANTED (US): WACKER NEUSON WL30 WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING FOR RUNNING WACKER NEUSON WL30.

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 616/8I3/3642

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\WANTED (WORLDWIDE): DOOSAN

DX480 EXCAVATORS - WANTED TO BUY USED DOOSAN EXCAVATORS

DX480 - DX520 4000-5000HRS.

EMAIL: AMERICAUSEDEQUIPMENT@ GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1-657-236-7399

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EX220 EXCAVATORS – WANT TO BUY USED HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX-220, EX-270, EX-400, AND EX450, ANY CONDITION. EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EX450 EXCAVATORS - LOOKING TO BUY OLD USED HITACHI EX 450 EXCAVATORS. EMAIL: IKRAMKHAN@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX450 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO BUY HITACHI, JOHN DEERE, KOMATSU 300, 400, AND 450 SIZES EXCAVATORS. OFFER ME RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING EXCAVATORS.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): LOOKING TO BUY HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400LC AND JOHN DEERE 495D, 595D.

EMAIL: INFO@IUKANDCO.COM; PHONE: +923331234598

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PHONE: 845-225-7504

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA30-2 WHEEL LOADER - LOOKING TO BUY A REAR AXLE FOR A KOMATSU WA30-2. IF YOU HAVE A REAR AXLE PLEASE CONTACT ME @ 6I6/8I3/3642. ALSO INTERESTED IN BUYING COMPLETE RUNNING KOMATSU LOADERS WA40 OR SMALLER. EMAIL:CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 6I6-813-3642 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

EMAIL: TAVAKE08@ICLOUD.COM; PHONE: 415-748-8079 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

EMAIL: NAQIB_KHAN73@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: +923333298751 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS, ALL MODELS - LOOKING TO BUY HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX270LC, EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400LC AND JOHN DEERE 495D, 595D.

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

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CONCRETE

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

EMAIL: BBENEDETTO@COMCAST.NET

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX330-5 EXCAVATORS – WE ARE LOOKING TO BUY A COUPLE OF UNITS OF HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX 330-5 & EX 450-5.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 992D EXCAVATORS – NEED TO LOCATE JOHN DEERE'S EXCAVATORS SIZES 190E, 200, 210, 230, 270, 300, 400.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTS

TRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): EZ SCREEN 1200XLS

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

EMAIL: MAIERLANDSCAPING@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: SEARCHT930@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 657-236-7399

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

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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

EMAIL: FJS-1@ATT.NET

PHONE: 724-535-7722

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR DUMP TRUCKS - CAT 725-745'S 10,000 HOURS OR LESS, WILL BUY IN GROUPS.

EMAIL: ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM;

PHONE: 312-898-5355

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WANTED (US); TEREX BUCKET TRUCKS, ALL MODELS - 55 FT & 60 FT 4-5 YEARS OLD, PREFERABLY PREFER TEREX 5TC-55 & ALTEC AA55E PREFER FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS.

EMAIL: ZACHZ@BLACKSTARACA.COM;

PHONE: 815-575-6797 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

EMAIL: IMPERIALMACHINERYTRADER@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 281-694-5478 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 966F II WHEEL LOADERS

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

WANTED (NJ): CASE BACKHOE

LOADERS: 580SK, 580L, 580SL, 580LII, 580SLII, 580M, 580MII, 580MIII, 580SM, 580SM+, 580SMII, 580SMIII, 580N EP, 580N, 580SN, 580SN WT EMAIL: FRANKHORAN@ GROFFTRACTOR.COM

PHONE: 800-654-USED ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS, ALL MODELSLOOKING TO BUY USED CAT MOTOR GRADERS 140G,12G/H, 14G/H, 140H AND 14M. PLEASE SEND ME A PICTURE WITH DETAIL ANDASKING PRICE. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS. WE NEED TO BUY CAT USED WHEEL LOADER 916,926,936,950B/E,966E/D/F, 970F, 980C,980F ALSO CAT MOTOR GRADERS 140G,12G/H, 14G/H, 140H, AND 14M.

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI EX450 LC-5 EXCAVATORS. WE ARE LOOKING FOR USED HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINES. PLEASE OFFER US FOLLOWING MENTION MACHINES & EMAIL US DETAILS WITH PICTURES CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS 140G CATERPILLAR WHEEL LOADERS 950B, 950E, 966E, 966F, 966FII, 970F, 980F HITACHI EXCAVATORS EX200, EX200LC, EX270LC, EX400, EX400LC, EX300LC, EX330LC-5, EX450LC-5, EX400-5, EX60WD, EX100WD.

CLM EQUIPMENT CO., INC. www.clmequipment.com

Lafayette, LA • 337-837-6693

Lake Charles, LA • 337-625-5942

Houston, TX • 281-598-2500

GSE GREAT SOUTHERN EQUIPMENT COMPANY www.gsequipment.com

Tampa, FL • 866-586-8956

Pompano Beach, FL • 954-327-8808

Ft. Myers, FL • 239-334-6063

Tallahassee, FL • 850-574-0892

Orlando, FL • 407-859-9160

Jacksonville, FL • 904-268-4400

HEAVY MACHINES INC. www.heavymachinesinc.com

Dealer Imprint Arreea

Memphis, TN • 800-432-8902 Shreveport, LA • 800-548-3458

Gray, TN • 855-201-7453 825 31st Street North Birmingham, AL 205-323-6108 • 844-344-8658

LINK-BELT MID ATLANTIC www.link-beltmidatlantic.com

Ashland, VA • 866-955-6071

Chesapeake, VA • 800-342-3248

HILLS MACHINERY www.hillsmachinery.com

Charlotte, NC • 704-208-5564 Mills River, NC • 828-820-5265

Greensboro, NC • 336-308-3045

Raleigh, NC • 919-746-7938

Greenville, NC • 252-752-7145

Leland, NC • 910-800-2070

Columbia, SC • 803-658-0200 North Charleston, SC • 843-225-9377

Greenville, SC • 864-546-5208

Savannah, GA • 866-830-7577

Deanco Holds Huge One-DayAuction at Its Facility in Philadelphia, Miss.

Deanco Auction was back at its Philadelphia, Miss., facility for a huge one-day auction on March 29. A great crowd turned out and was joined by a robust online bidding presence to vie for a piece of this nice line-up of construction equipment, trucks, tractors, attachments, miscellaneous support equipment, vintage cars and trucks.

The next big Deanco Philadelphia, Miss., auction is scheduled for May 24, 2023.  CEG

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

Checking out a pair of Marooka MST 2200VD track carriers is Joey Moulds of Hughes Construction, Hickory, Miss.

Timberman Ken Thompson of South Mississippi Land & Timber, Taylorsville, Miss., tests operates a Kubota KX040-0 excavator with bucket and thumb.

Doing a quick fluid and component check on a Deere 650K dozer of interest is Donnie Harrison of Donnie Harrison Construction, Defuniak Springs, Fla.

A good looking selection of Cat excavators was available and ready to go to the highest bidder.

Various compact and mini equipment from a vast array of manufacturers was a huge draw for this sale.

Looking over some of the excavators in the sale lineup are Greg Cumbest (L) of Cumbest Trucking & Construction, Lucedale, Miss., and Logan Cumbest of Cumbest Inc. also based in Lucedale, Miss.

Deanco Owner Donnie Dean has Ring 1 cranking out the bids at a brisk pace.

Wythe Rhett of Rhett Construction lands his plane at Barrett Field Airport and walks over to the auction site to bid on some machines before flying back to Columbus, Miss.

Cruising the auction yard looking for machines they plan to bid on are Don Tant (L) of Don Tant Logging, Georgetown, La., and Steven Gaar of Gaar Equipment Sales, Dodson, La.

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Bridge Crews Face Weather, Environmental Challenges

BRIDGES from page 78

upriver to find warm water. With that kind of habitat, we also have bald eagles and osprey. Environmental stewardship is very important to the state.”

Other challenges to the project include the weather, especially during the summer where thunderstorms are a daily occurrence. Two hurricanes have delayed the work schedule, pushing the original completion date back from late 2024 to early 2025.

The winter season brings its own challenges with the “snowbird population,” Bollas said. “Traffic counts really go up in snowbird season — Thanksgiving to Easter. We’re trying to plan certain activities not to interfere with the traveling public. There are a lot of businesses to the east side. We tried to make sure we didn’t do any work in front of the outlet mall during busy outlet mall times. There are all sorts of little challenges but nothing we don’t have a plan for.”

Bridge lengths:

• I-75 southbound bridge over Salt Marsh: 1,140 ft.

• I-75 northbound bridge over Salt Marsh: 1,560 ft.

• I-75 southbound bridge over Manatee River: 3,390 ft.

• I-75 northbound bridge over Manatee River: 3,421 ft.

Equipment on the project, which will fluctuate as crews focus on bridges or interchange/roadway, include:

• barges — four

• 225-ton American cranes — five

• 165-ton American cranes — one

• 100-ton American cranes — five

• 50-ton American cranes — two

• Komatsu loaders — three

• Komatsu excavators — two

• Pile hammers — four

• J&M vibratory hammer — four

• APE rock drill — three

• Boats/tugs — nine

• Kenworth Scorpion C-90 attenuator truck

• Peterbuilt 587 dump truck

• Lowboy trailer 2-axle 4-tire 20-ft.

• Trail King flowboy trailer

• Doosan DX140LCR-3 excavator

• Komatsu PC55MR-5 excavator

• Bobcat S750 skid steer  CEG

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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 Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vpmd230401/)

Date: Thursday, April 20, 2023 – 10:00 AM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vlea 2310501/)

Date: Monday, May 1, 2023 – 11:00 AM

ONLINE/VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Project Manager Development Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vpmd230501/)

Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 – 1:00 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://training.agc.org/course/vbim230501/)

Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023 – 9:00 AM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL

Training/Professional Development

• Webinar: The Power of Community: Make Positive Impact While Winning Work? (Https://www.agc.org/learn/education-training/events/power-communitymaking-positive-impact-while-winning-work)

Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023 – 2:00 PM

Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Construction Supervision Fundamentals (Https://training.agc.org/course/vcsf230501/)

Date: Monday, May 15, 2023 – 9:00 AM – Friday, May 19, 2023 – 5:00 PM ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

• AGC EDGE Construction Supervision Fundamentals (Https://training.agc.org/course/vcsf230601/)

Date: Monday, June 5, 2023 – 1:30 PM – Monday, June 19, 2023 –6:30 PM

ONLINE, VIRTUAL Training/Professional Development

For further information, contact AGC: Phone: 703/548-3118

Email: info@agc.org

COMMON GROUND ALLIANCE (CGA)

Common Ground Alliance Conference & Trade Show

DATES:APRIL 17 – 21, 2023

PLACE:Caribe Royale

8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, Florida 32805

Description: CGA is pleased to announce that the 2023 CGA CONFERENCE & EXPO will be held April 17 – 21, 2023 in Orlando, FL at the newly reimagined Caribe Royale.

The 2023 CGA Conference and Expo is the premier event for damage prevention stakeholders to network, gain knowledge, and learn about the latest industry data and technology.

Mark your calendar to be a part of damage prevention’s biggest and only event produced by the CGA.

Your participation to the CGA Conference & Expo will directly support CGA’s yearround mission…On the Road to Zero Damages.

One event, under one roof produced by the one and only National Association dedicated to protecting the underground assets and those who work and live near them.

The Common Ground Alliance is pleased to be back in Orlando, Florida April 17 – 21, 2023 for the CGA CONFERENCE & EXPO!

. Network with the industry’s decision-makers. Approximately 90% of attendees are owners, C-level, executives, or managers.

. Gain knowledge your business needs to excel.

. Learn from damage prevention’s elite leaders.

. Be the first to preview the latest technologies.

. Close business on the more than 50,000 square foot indoor exhibit hall.

. Become engaged in the committees shaping the future of excavation safety.

. Meet and engage with your industry stakeholder director.

. Be part of the national damage prevention movement and join CGA on the Road to Zero Damages.

Industry Leading Speakers

Keynote addresses from respected industry leaders and professional development specialists during meal functions. Professional moderators and facilitators will keep discussions moving.

Carefully Curated Sessions

Two (2) full days of education and personal enrichment focusing on quality not quantity.

Interactive Exhibit Hall 50,000 Square Foot Exhibit space to showcase the industry’s finest products and solutions. The Outdoor Tour – hands-on demos in digging and dialogue.

Audience

The conference will attract senior level executives from leading utility, one-call, locating, construction and damage prevention technology companies as well as key partners in the equipment manufacturing, business solutions and insurance industries assembling a constituency of buyers, decision-makers, and influencers.

For more information, contact: CGA, 908 King Street, Suite 330, Alexandria, VA 22314. Phone: 703/836-1709. Website: https://www.cga.conference.com.

FEDERAL EXECUTIVE BOARD OF MINNESOTA

Small and Disadvantaged Business Opportunities Council (SADBOC)

Promoting supplier diversity in the public sector

Promoting collaboration and information sharing among its members

Providing education, outreach, and engagement to our diverse small business community 24th ANNUAL SADBOC GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT FAIR

The SADBOC Government Procurement brings you workshops to increase access and success in selling to government. WHEN AND WHERE?

Date and Time: Thursday, April 20, 2023, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CDT

Location:Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center 6155 Earle Brown Drive Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

About this event: WELCOME to the 2023 SADBOC Government Procurement Fair!

Small businesses interested in doing business with government agencies and prime contractors are encouraged to attend this premier event.

Coupling education with marketing strategies, this event will: Provide businesses an opportunity to meet with representatives. Learn about various nuances of the government marketplace through 21 workshop options in 4 tracks centered around pathways to becoming a successful government contractor.

Matchmaking: Small Businesses will have the opportunity to get paired with an agency and/or prime contractor representative interested in their product/service during the Matchmaking segment (by appointment only).

For more information, contact: Federal Executive Board of Minnesota, 1 Federal Drive, Ste. 2250, St. Paul, MN 55111. Phone: 612/713-7200 Fax: 612/725-1790

NORTH AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY (NASTT)

NASTT 2023 No-Dig Show

Dates:April 30, 2023 – May 4, 2023

Place:Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon Visit the conference website for all the details! Nodigshow.com (http://www.nodigshow.com/)

Description: With over 2,000 attendees and 200 exhibiting companies, the NASTT 2023 No-Dig Show is the largest Trenchless Technology Conference in North America, where thousands of professionals attend to learn new methods and techniques that will save money and improve infrastructure. This trade show and conference provides attendees an opportunity to learn methods in technical sessions, network with peers and talk to vendors during exhibit hall hours.

For more information on this event, contact NASTT, 22722 29th Drive SE #100, Bothell, WA 98021. Phone: 888/388-2554 Email: info@nastt.org

Lakeside Sand & Gravel

Historical Construction Equipment Association of Ohio

59th Annual Spring Show

Dates:Friday, April 28, 2023 - Saturday, April 29, 2023

Place: Lakeside Sand & Gravel 3498 Frost Road, Mantua, OH 44255

Description: Friday, April 28th (9 AM to 8 PM)

. Purchase Items at the Watch FOB, Construction Memorabilia, Scale Models & Toy Show.

. See the Largest Display of Watch FOBs for Show and Sale anywhere on Earth!

. Win Prizes from 50/50 Drawings all Day Long!

. Win Toys and Memorabilia throughout the Day!

Saturday, April 29th (8 AM to 5 PM)

. Attending the Lakeside Sand & Gravel Antique Construction Equipment & Open House.

. Watch FOB, Construction Memorabilia & Toy Show.

. See Construction Equipment as old as 1910.

. Take Gravel Pit Tours. Enjoy Food & Refreshments!

. 100% of Donations go to Hattie Larlham Foundation.

For more information on this Show, contact Lakeside Sand & Gravel –Phone: 330/274-2569.

Association of Women Contractors (AWC)

Our Mission:

The Association of Women Contractors provides advocacy, collaboration, and industry leadership to support and enrich women-owned companies in the construction industry.

Address: 1337 Saint Clair Avenue #4 Saint Paul, MN 55102

Phone: 651/489-2221

May Member Mingle – Bituminous Roadways

Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (CDT)

Description:

Member Mingles are our monthly networking events. They are hosted by our members, for AWC MEMBERS ONLY! On the second Wednesday of each month (with a few exceptions for all Mingle dates, locations, and times) we visit a different member’s office for two (2) hours of open-house style networking with your fellow industry professionals. Join us Wednesday, May 10 from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM as Construction Associate Member Bituminous Roadways hosts us at their Burnsville offices.

Venue: Bituminous Roadways

Address:1520 Commerce Drive Mendota Heights, MN 22120

Starts:Wednesday, May 10, 2023 @ 3:00 PM (CDT)

Ends:Wednesday, May 10, 2023 @ 5:00 PM (CDT)

For more information, contact AWC: Phone: 651/489-2221.

National Commission – Certification of Crane Operators

National Commission for the certification of Crane Operators commonly referred to by the acronym NCCCO is a non-profit organization, established in January 1995 and headquartered in Fairfax, VA. NCCCO is dedicated to improving safety and standardizing education in the world of construction. The NCCCO, of course, is devoted specifically to certifying crane operators and operators of similar equipment. Requirements for CCO Mobile Crane Operator certification include the following: Be at least 18 years of age, comply with NCCCO’s Substance Abuse Policy, Pass Written Examinations (Core and at least one Specialty), Pass Practical Examination(s) – Candidates must pass the Practical Exam within twelve (12) months of passing the written examination.

Contact Information: NCCCO, 2750 Prosperity Avenue, Ste. 505, Fairfax, VA 22031

Phone: 703/560-2391 Email: info@nccco.org

Crane Safety for the Competent Person OSHA deems a competent person to be a necessity on every jobsite and is someone who has sufficient experience and/or knowledge to recognize crane hazards, correct unsafe conditions, and who could shut down the worksite until any hazards are corrected. The competent person should be the most knowledgeable person, in this case about crane safety, on the work site.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) OSHA is a Government Agency that operates within the United States Department of Labor and protects employees in both the public and private sectors. OSHA laws state that employers must maintain a safe working environment for their employees.

For more information, contact:

US Department of Labor, OSHA, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20210.

Phone: 800/321-6742 (OSHA)