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July 14 2021
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Vol. XXXIII • No. 14
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Inside
Uns afe Conditions Spur Surfside Demolition…8
Blythe Reduces Its Carbon Footprint…16
Bi gdogz Goe s Compact W i th JCB Ir on …2 2
see STORY page 32
Table of Contents ............4
Infrastructure Plan Could Boost Construction
Paving Section ..........39-55
Industry Cautiously Encouraged by Growth in Heavy Machinery Demand
Wheel Loaders, Tool Carriers & Attachments Section ......................57-73 Business Calendar ........88 Auction Section ........92-97 Advertisers Index ..........98
By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT
Contractors around the country are hoping that President Joe Biden’s infrastructure plan will mean a boost to the U.S. economy, a plethora of jobs and demand for construcEquipment rentals and purchases remained unchanged among contractors. Many ended up not needing anticipated bank extensions.
tion machines, parts and equipment-related supplies and services. Though the industry won’t see the results right away, once the floodgates open, the ripples will last for years to come. The reconstruction and renovation of roads and bridges, utility grids and highspeed rail facilities will bring business to heavy machinery sales and distribution operations of all sizes. see PLAN page 76
