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Equipment Financing On Uptick for Second Half of 2023

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

The equipment finance picture is encouraging, six months after a report indicated it would be a so-so year. The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) reports that June new business volume was up 6 percent year-over-year.That’s an excellent indicator of a healthy construction industry, one of the leading bigticket financing sectors.

The association’s Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI) shows overall new business volume for June was $10.9 billion. Volume was up 15 percent from $9.5 billion in May. Year-to-date, cumulative new busisee FINANCING page 26

Construction machinery was among the top five most financed equipment, along with transportation, agriculture, IT and industry/manufacturing,in2022.

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CUMBERLAND DEVELOPS KEY INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORTING GROWTH

For almost a decade, Cumberland Pipeline, headquartered in Columbia, Ky., has blossomed into one of the top underground utilities contractors in the central part of both its home state and that of Tennessee.

12 OFFICIALS BREAK GROUND ON $2.92B LOUISIANA DIVERSION EFFORT

The massive $2.92 billion Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion aims to recreate the river's ancient, natural land-building processes by diverting a portion of the Mississippi's freshwater, sediment and nutrients into the Barataria Basin.

14 OLKO PONTOONS PROVIDE UNIQUE SOLUTION FOR BLEW BAYOU

After multiple hurricanes battered Florida’s coasts, Blew Bayou Services LLC recently began dredging a canal system for the city of Port St. Lucie to restore access to the main channel.

20 SUPERIOR WINS DBIA FLORIDA AWARD FOR WEKIVA PARKWAY

Superior Construction, an American family-owned infrastructure contractor, has received the 2023 Design-Build Institute of America Florida Region’s Transportation Structures HonorAward for its Wekiva Parkway Section 6 project.

22 VINFAST BREAKS GROUND ON $4B EV PLANT IN NORTH CAROLINA

North Carolina officials and top VinFast executives met July 28 in Chatham Countytoofficiallystartconstructiononthecarmaker’sfirstmanufacturingfacility outside its native Vietnam.

22 SERVICE SCHOOL OFFERS INSTRUCTION FOR MORE THAN TECHNICIANS

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

35 KENWORTH PLANT HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL TRUCK PARADE

The Kenworth truck assembly plant in Chillicothe, Ohio, recently held its second annual Kenworth Truck Parade in downtown Chillicothe. This year, the parade paid tribute to Kenworth’s 100th anniversary.

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PACCAR and Toyota Motor NorthAmerica Inc. announced an expansion of their joint efforts to develop and produce zero emissions, hydrogen fuel cell Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks powered by Toyota’s hydrogen fuel cell modules.

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

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

42 EXPO OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN GREEN INDUSTRY

Approximately 20 percent of the more than 25,000 attendees and exhibitors who attend Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, are women.

62 KOMATSU DONATES $250,000 TO AED FOUNDATION’S VISION 2025 INITIATIVE

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72 LANE CONSTRUCTION WINS $102M FLORIDA DOT CONTRACT

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CumberlandDevelopsKeyInfrastructureSupportingGrowth

By Eric Olson CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

For almost a decade, Cumberland Pipeline, headquartered in Columbia, Ky., has blossomed into one of the top underground utilities contractors in the central part of both its home state and that of Tennessee.

That success came after enduring several years of rough sailing following its founding in 2009, and through the efforts of Bo Ellison, its current co-owner, president and project manager, who worked to steer the business into much calmer waters.

In fact, Ellison was specifically hired by Cumberland in 2014 to accomplish that very task. He managed to steadily bring prosperity to the company so that in 2023, the contracting firm is the preferred choice of many municipalities, water districts and waste districts to plan, install and repair their underground water and sewage utilities.

“Along with a lot of help from other people, we were able to stabilize the ship to the point that now we are sought after, and people call us to come work on their projects,” he said.

Among those on the Cumberland management team with Ellison are Terry Stephens, also a co-owner of the firm, as well as the owner of Stephens Pipe and Steel, the nation’s largest chain-link fence supplier.

“He has almost 50 years of business experience,” Ellison said.

In addition, he considers Jeremy Sneed to be “my righthand man. Jeremy is the vice president of operations. He helps hold it all together. We have a lot of talented people working for us.”

Overall, he said, Cumberland is a well-experienced, but

young and energetic company.

“I am 50 years old, and one of the older people here,” Ellison said. “I have a mechanic, a project manager and one equipment operator older than me, but the field management teams probably have an average age of 35 years. We’re fortunate that most of the people working here have done this work their entire adult lives.”

Nashville Equipment Dealer Becomes Trusted Partner

Some of the assistance that Cumberland received in recent years to become more profitable has come from Parman Tractor & Equipment, the Nashville, Tenn., full-service dealership. It has partnered with Cumberland to help the contractor procure a number of machines, the most important being several Link-Belt excavators. Parman also provides Cumberland with Takeuchi compact tract loaders and Hitachi wheel loaders.

“What drew me to Parman in 2021 was that they carry Link-Belt, Hitachi and Takeuchi,” Ellison said, noting that the distributor is now Cumberland’s primary source for its equipment. “But we also get attachments for the skid steers, and we go to them for our parts and service on those pieces of equipment.Additionally, we purchased five 12,000-pound Epiroc hammers from them.”

When asked about what he likes about Parman, beyond the fact the dealer sells the construction equipment brands he prefers, Ellison said, “They have just met all of our needs, including being able to get new machines for us in a time when equipment was not readily available. For instance, I had my eye on the Link-Belt 355 X4S since the 2020 ConExpo.”

Ellison called Casey Bohanon, one of Parman’s sales representatives, to see if he could help find a Link-Belt 355 X4S for Cumberland.

“After we had established the account, they were able to get us everything we needed,” Ellison said. “Since that time, just 18 months ago when our first 355 X4S was delivered, Cumberland now has five of them, with another on the way. We like that Link-Belt because it is the largest reduced-tailswing excavator on the market.”

He also prefers the 355 X4S because it is perfectly suited for construction, residential or commercial excavation, site prep, pipeline construction, sewer, and utilities work, with minimal tail swing.

Such excavators are ideal when digging and backfilling trenches in a confined area, the type of work Cumberland regularly does as an underground utility contractor.

“I just don’t care for excavators with a large counterweight,” he added. “The Link-Belt 355 is a large machine and has the capabilities of an 80,000-pound excavator, but it has a small footprint.”

Notably, Cumberland now has more Link-Belt 355s in North America than any other contractor, according to Colin Hockenberger, the general manager of Parman Tractor & Equipment.

Additionally, Cumberland relies on Parman to get most of its parts and its maintenance services, Ellison said, if the problem is with machines under warranty or is something his mechanics cannot diagnose. He noted that when a machine issue arises on site, Parman is quick about making the necessary fixes and getting the piece back up and running on the job site.

Some of the assistance that Cumberland received in recent years to become more profitable has come from Parman Tractor & Equipment, the Nashville, Tenn., full-service dealership.

Cumberland Pipeline has partnered with Parman Tractor & Equipment to procure a number of machines, the most important being several Link-Belt excavators.

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Officials Break Ground On $2.92B Louisiana Diversion Effort

Gov. John Bel Edwards officially kicked off the construction of Louisiana's most ambitious wetlands restoration effort to date on Aug. 10 at a groundbreaking ceremony near Ironton along the west bank of the Mississippi River.

Decades in the making, the massive $2.92 billion Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion aims to recreate the river's ancient, natural land-building processes by diverting a portion of the Mississippi's freshwater, sediment and nutrients into the Barataria Basin.

The hope is that the project will rebuild up to 21 square miles of land and sustain as much as 26,000 acres of wetlands in Jefferson and Plaquemines parishes in the next halfcentury.

The area has been experiencing some of the highest rates of land loss in the world.

"Today will be remembered as a critical turning point for Louisiana's coast,” Edwards told an audience that included the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) as well as several federal and state leaders.

“The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion will restore and rebuild thousands of acres of coastal land and provide better protection to our most vulnerable communities and critical

infrastructure. I’m grateful to CPRA and our federal, state and local partners for their decades-long effort to make this first-of-itskind project a reality.”

The diversion will include a 2-mi.-long channel built along a 1,600-ft. corridor between the river and the Barataria Basin, with a complex structure of gates on the river side and a wide outfall on the basin side, aimed at moving the sediment and water into areas of open water and existing wetlands when it is completed in about five years, according to the New Orleans TimesPicayune.

Bren Haase, chairman of the CRPA, told the newspaper that the project “could build anywhere from about 20 to 40 square miles within this space.And what we know is while that may not sound like a lot in the grand scheme of things, in terms of what's in the basin, at the end of 50 years or so, that actually represents about 20 percent of the coastal wetlands remaining within this basin, so it's a pretty significant contribution to those wetlands.”

Louisiana first requested permits for the project in 2016, but its origin actually stretches back to the end of the 19th century, he said, when scientists at that time raised concerns

about levees along the Mississippi River cutting off the supply of sediment that built the state's coastal wetlands.

It was not until 1998 that proposals for diversions similar to Mid-Barataria were included in state plans and in its first coastal Master Plan in 2007.

The new effort calls for the diversion to operate at times between December and June when the water flow is at 450,000 cu. ft. per second (cfs) or greater and designed to allow a maximum flow of 75,000 cfs to enter the basin, likely only during high-river years when the river's flow reaches one million cfs or more.

During low periods, as much as 5,000 cfs will still flow through the channel to keep it clear of sediment.

The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion is the state's largest effort to date to reduce the effects of subsidence, sea level rise and tropical storm and hurricane damage, which together have led to the loss of more than 2,000 sq. mi. of the Louisiana's coastline since the 1930s.

Construction is anticipated to take more than five years to complete and is projected to produce an economic impact of nearly $1.5 billion in sales and approximately 12,400

jobs in the region, according to recent economic studies.

Site Preparation Activities Began in June

The Times Picayune reported that Entergy started relocating utility poles and other equipment earlier this summer, and a temporary rerouting of Louisiana Highway 23 will be built this fall, along with the beginning of construction of a permanent bridge replacement across the diversion. Additionally, crews will build a new railroad bridge atop the diversion site in the next few months.

In June, surveying began to identify flooding risks to buildings outside the levee system south of the diversion. The results will be used in discussions with residents and businesses of possible mitigation projects during the last quarter of this year and the first quarter of 2024.

Some projects aimed at elevating roadways and bulkheads between Myrtle Grove and Happy Jack are already under way as well, CPRA officials told the New Orleans news source.

The state has set aside $360 million of the project's construction cost for projects aimed

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The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion has the capability to build and sustain thousands of acres of land that would provide increased storm surge protection to vulnerable communities, provide necessary habitats to sustain a productive estuary for fish, wildlife, and industry, and bring billions in economic benefit to the surrounding parishes.

OLKO Pontoons Provide Unique Solution for Blew Bayou

After multiple hurricanes battered Florida’s coasts, silt, sand and debris clogged many of the canals running between neighborhoods, limiting boat use for residents.Along the east coast of Florida, Blew Bayou Services LLC recently began dredging a canal system for the city of Port St. Lucie to restore access to the main channel. The project required a unique solution, but Blew Bayou Services is adept at working on job sites other companies shy away from.

“Our company name is a combination of Blew for the wind and Bayou for the swamp,” explained owner Daryl Nowling. “As the name implies, we like working in or near the water and prefer the amphibious projects other companies don’t like to do.”

Nowling continued, “On this job, the storm pushed sand through the culvert pipes and washed in on the banks, which keeps boats from reaching the docks. Our scope of work is dredging around the docks and down the canal to restore access. Because of several factors, we had to work with the city to find a solution that wouldn’t disturb the residents but offered access to the canal and a place to dump and remove the dredged material.”

OLKO Solution

After eight months of securing residential approval and funding, Blew Bayou Services began work in the fall of 2022. To dredge the canal, the company outfitted a Komatsu PC240LC-11 excavator with a longreach, 50-ft. boom and OLKO pontoons, which allow the excavator to work in the canal instead of along the banks. After dredging, material is loaded onto a barge and shipped down the canal where it is eventually removed via crane, and the process is repeated.

“The city couldn’t use a traditional dredging contractor because the homes lining the canal don’t leave enough room for equipment to access the canal or remove the slurry,” noted Nowling. “Without the long-reach excavator and the OLKO pontoons, this project couldn’t be completed. The residents and city have been impressed with the work that’s been done so far.”

Blew Bayou Services worked closely with Linder Industrial Machinery Company and sales representative Daniel Tafoya to purchase the pontoons and install them onto the excavator.

“We’re pleased with the steel tracks and design of the pontoon, which holds up better than an aluminum frame,” stated Nowling. “A lot of our work is in wetlands with stumps and rocks, which are very tough on the tracks. We’ve found that the reliability and efficiency of the OLKO pontoons outmatches anything we have tried in the past.”

Nowling continued, “On this particular project, the OLKO pontoons provide better maneuverability in the water, propel the machine faster through the water, and provide more stability. The excavator has more counterweight than some of the lighter machines, so the extra weight from the steel frame on the pontoons is helpful. The drivetrain on the pontoons also helps tremendously. Overall, the OLKO pontoons allowed us to take on a project that otherwise would not have been possible.”

(This story was reprinted with permission from Linder Link Magazine, July 2023 issue.) 

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An operator uses a Komatsu PC240LC-11 excavator equipped with a 50-ft. boom and OLKO pontoons to load a barge with dredged material.

In a Port St. Lucie, Fla., canal, an operator places slurry into a pile with a Komatsu PC240LC-11 excavator outfitted with OLKO pontoons and a 50-ft. boom.

(L-R) Owners Daryl and Deanna Nowling work closely with Linder sales representative Daniel Tafoya.

An operator dredges a canal in Port St. Lucie, Fla., with a Komatsu PC240LC-11 excavator outfitted with OLKO pontoons and a 50-ft. boom. “On this particular project, the OLKO pontoons provide better maneuverability in the water, propel the machine faster through the water, and provide more stability,” said owner Daryl Nowling.

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Superior Construction, an American family-owned infrastructure contractor, has received the 2023 Design-Build Institute of America Florida Region’s Transportation Structures Honor Award for its Wekiva Parkway Section 6 project.

The contractor’s signature project also was awarded the Florida Transportation Builders’ Association 2023 Best in ConstructionAwardinthedesign-buildcategory.Theseprestigious awards recognize companies and individuals who workedonFlorida’smostinnovative,complexandimpactful transportation projects.

Section 6 of the Wekiva Parkway is a testament to the fusion of functionality and beauty. The $247 million project rehabilitated a vital stretch of the Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Wekiva Parkway through conscientious design and construction practices. It increases capacity between Lake and Seminole counties, redirects traffic from Florida’s congested I-4 corridor and integrates harmoniously with its natural surroundings.

The project scope included a shared-use path, a non-tolled service road for local travel and several wildlife bridges to allow animals to pass safely between the Seminole State Forest and Rock Springs Run State Reserve, for a total of 18 bridges with more than 1.268 million square feet of deck.

Three of the bridges, dubbed the Wekiva River Crossing, were built across the federally designated Wild and Scenic River. They feature pier shapes inspired by trees and a concrete stain to match their surroundings, an excellent example of environmental stewardship incorporated into the design.

“We’re immensely proud of our team for receiving both awards. It not only honors the dedicated professionals involved in bringing this project to fruition, but I hope it will also inspire future generations of bridge designers and engineers,” said Superior Construction CEO Nick Largura.

Superior andWGI, Inc. developed their creative construction concept alongside Shelby, a qualified team with unique segmental bridge construction experience, and through a strategic partnership with FINLEY Engineering (now COWI).

The highly innovative project used top-down balanced cantilever construction for the segmental bridge spans over the Wekiva River. Doing so minimized environmental impacts by eliminating work in the water. To complete the project, the design-build team also employed Florida’s first useofflexiblefillerforpost-tensioninginacast-in-placesegmental bridge and the state’s first use of a rebar-tying robot on a bridge deck.

This year’s Best in Construction Award winners will be recognized at the FTBA Annual Convention Awards Breakfast in Boca Raton, Fla., onAug. 4. The DBIAFlorida region awards will be presented onAug. 31 at the organization’s annual awards luncheon.

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VinFast Breaks Ground On $4B EV Plant in North Carolina

North Carolina officials and top VinFast executives met July 28 in Chatham County to officially start construction on the carmaker’s first manufacturing facility outside its native Vietnam.

By 2028, VinFast has committed to employ 7,500 people at the site, about 30 mi. southwest of Raleigh. In terms of projected job creation, it is the largest state-backed economic project in Tar Heel State history.

The Raleigh News & Observer reported that VinFast, which produces fully electric SUVs, is poised to be the first car manufacturer to open a plant in North Carolina, completing a long-held ambition of state leaders.

“We’ve been working on this for decades, folks,” Gov. Roy Cooper said. “[For] decades we’ve wanted an automaker in North Carolina, and you know, somebody was looking after us. We were just waiting for that EV market.”

The state had previously vied to land Volkswagen, BMW, Volvo, Mercedes and a joint Toyota-Mazda plant, only to watch each opt for nearby Southeastern states.

The first construction phase, located in the rural community of Moncure, will include a vehicle manufacturing and assembly plant, which the company hopes to open in 2025 with an initial production capacity of 150,000 vehicles a year.

The plant, which has a Phase 1 total investment of up to $2 billion, spans an area of approximately 1,800 acres and is divided into five main production areas, including a body shop, general assembly, press shop, paint shop and an energy center. There will also be other functional facilities within the factory, according to VinFast.

In the initial phase, the factory will focus on building VinFast’s VF 7, VF 8 and VF 9 electric vehicles. The supplier base for components and materials will be primarily concentrated in the United States, Vietnam and a few other countries, the manufacturer said.

VinFast added that future expansion and updates for the factory will be identified in the next phase of construction. Currently, the manufacturer has appointed Clayco Corp., with headquarters in St. Louis, Mo., to be the general contractor and construction management company to lead the project.

In total, VinFast has pledged to invest $4 billion in the site. Other speakers at the groundbreaking ceremony included VinFast CEO Le Thi Thu Thuy, Vietnamese Ambassador to the U.S. Nguyen Quoc Dzung, and State Rep. Robert Reives, D-54th District, who represents Chatham County.

Earlier in July, the company submitted site plans to the county planning department that contained designs for nearly 3 million sq. ft. of space. Even as officials spoke at the event, construction crews could be seen working in the distance.

VinFast is a relatively new car company, having formed in 2017 as a subsidiary of the Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup. It is owned by Pham Nhat Vuong, the Southeast Asian country’s wealthiest individual. Two years ago, the company pivoted toward only producing electric SUVs and began targeting foreign markets.

The News & Observer noted that the expansion has come at a hefty price.

In the past six years, the parent company has spent $9.3

billion to fund VinFast operations, according to public filings to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Since 2021, the year it began ramping up its global EV capacity, VinFast has lost a combined $4 billion.

Last summer, VinFast secured $4 billion in loans from Credit Suisse and Citigroup. In April 2023, the company announced $2.5 billion in additional funding from VinGroup and from Vuong personally.

When announcing the Chatham project in March 2022, the state and county combined to offer VinFast up to $1.25 billion in performance-based payroll tax cuts if the company met its future hiring and investment targets.

The North Carolina General Assembly also appropriated $450 million to improve nearby roads, prepare the site and enhance water and sewer infrastructure around the manufacturing facility.

VinFast also has applied for a $1.4 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy, which oversees a program designed to promote the domestic production of fuel-efficient vehicles.

For now, VinFast produces vehicles in Vietnam, but officials hope the North Carolina plant will support its future global ambitions.

“This will better position us to manufacture and distribute EVs in North America and fast-growing markets with greater speed and efficiency,” Thuy said.

According to the company, VinFast has so far delivered 350 VF8s, its five-seat model, to U.S. customers since its first batch of vehicles was shipped in late 2022. 

ServiceSchoolOffersInstructionforMoreThanJustTechnicians

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

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

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

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

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

instruction on the Hi-Ranger TM Series, Optima and Commander products. In addition to general troubleshooting, maintenance and inspections, other sessions took deep

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

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

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

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

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

La.’sMid-BaratariaSediment

DiversionProjectUnderWay

at mitigating the impacts on existing commercial fisheries, and to deal with potential flooding concerns of residentsandbusinessesthatare outside hurricane levees south of the diversion.

The extensive project is being built under a stateallowed “construction manager at risk” program, which requires the construction management firms to deliver the project within a guaranteed maximum price, working with designers throughout the design process.

Alberici, based in St. Louis, Mo., and Atlanta’s Archer Western, a subsidiary of Walsh Construction, was selected to be the lead construction management companies on the Mid-Barataria diversion effort. There also

are 16 subcontractor firms involved in the construction project.

AECOM, which has its headquarters in Dallas, is the enterprise’s lead design studio, with assistance from 15 subcontractors. AECOM also serves as the lead construction services contractor with19subcontractorsworking for it.

Last December, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) approved permits and permissions for the MidBarataria Sediment Diversion after completing an extensive environmental review and analysis of the project,accordingtothegovernor’s office.

The multi-billion-dollar construction cost for the diversion includes $2.26 billion provided by federal and state trustees overseeing the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill damage settlement, and $660 million from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, with the funds coming from criminal fines assessed to BP and Transocean.

Many State Officials, Scientists Believe in Diversion’s Benefits

The sediment diversion project is not without its critics, among them oyster growers, shrimpers, and other fishers whose catches are likely to be dramatically affected by the diversion's freshwater flow, and a number of politicians, including Lieutenant Gov. Billy Nungesser, who has said the money for the project would be better spent on other projects that build land more quickly.

Other state officials, including Edwards, point to broad support for the project from a variety of scientists and scientific studies, includingtheenvironmentalimpact statement. They have gener-

ally concluded the diversion's benefits will outweigh itseffects,andtheyalsopoint out that Louisiana already is spending much of its coastal restoration money on projects that dredge sediment from the river and pump it into open water to build new lands.

They also assert that the diversion's continued flow of sediment and nutrients will extend the life of such pumpand-fill projects beyond their expected 20-year lifetimes. In addition, the land built by the project is expected to reducestormsurgeonnearby hurricane levees by as much as 6 in.

Haase, for one, told the Times-Picayune that the diversion will improve freshwater fisheries over its lifetime.

Another expected upside to the Mississippi River’s freshwater being used to build new wetlands and improve existing wetlands is that nutrients in the water, including phosphorus and nitrogen, are likely to be taken up by that vegetation before reaching the Gulf of Mexico, he said.

That could help reduce the size of the annual low-oxygen dead zone along the state’s coast, which is caused when the nutrients create algae blooms that die and sink to the bottom, where they decompose and use up oxygen in the coastal bottom waters.

The state also will focus partofitsmitigationfundson reducing the loss of wetlands in the part of the southernmost wetlands at the river’s mouth,whichareexpectedto shrink because the diversion will capture sediment keeping them above water. One way of doing it is creating more crevasses along channelsrunningthroughexisting delta to encourage the building of more land. 

DIVERSION from page 12

New Business Volume Rises Six PercentYear-Over-Year

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Banner Year in Finance

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

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

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

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

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

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

Top concerns include the availability of skilled workers, rising interest rates, economic uncertainty and supply chain disruptions.

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

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

Cautious Optimism Rules

The economic environment has caused a divide in perspective and expectation among executives, according to the

survey. Those who feel that non-residential construction will remain at current levels also expect activity will begin to increase in 2024 or later.

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

Among top risks, concerns and opportunities, executives are concerned about workforce, the economy, interest rates and the supply chain.

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

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

Equipment Financing 101

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

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

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

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

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

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

NCDOT’S $360M I-40 Project Includes Widening, Grading

since work began in 2018.

“The opening of lanes from I-440 to U.S. 70 Bypass in April provides at least two additional lanes in each direction and eliminates a longtime bottleneck that existed where three lanes dropped to two on I-40 East just past the Business 70 exit in Garner,” saidAaron Moody, NCDOT public information officer. “The final four miles of the widening project, from U.S. 70 to Cornwallis Road, and the overhaul of the NC 42 interchange are scheduled to be complete in late summer 2024.”

Until now, traffic along the 9-mi. stretch has been restricted to two lanes in each direction, with barrier wall used to shift and separate the travel lanes from those being worked on. All 13 mi. of roadway serve communities in Wake and Johnston counties, connecting the region to I-95.

“An estimated 35.6 million vehicles traveled the roadway in 2015, causing congestion and frequent delays, especially in the morning and afternoon rush hours,” said Moody. “Traffic is projected to increase 65 percent by 2040. Conditions will only worsen, especially around the I-40/N.C. 42 interchange, an area that’s booming in residential and commercial growth.

“Widening from two to three lanes to four to five lanes in each direction and improving interchanges along this stretch will help ease congestion and delays, make travel safer throughout this heavily traveled area and better accommodate traffic due to future growth.”

The section of I-40 is one of the primary beach routes for people in and west of the Triangle area and passes through one of the fastest growing areas in the state in Johnston County. Moody explained that maintaining staff has been an issue during construction, along with competing for resources with other projects, as well as communicating to the public the progress being made that isn’t always visible. Dealing with motorists also is a challenge.

“With the amount of daily traffic passing through the work zone, the project must be prepared to complete nighttime work promptly, to remove traffic control devices each morning to ensure a safe work zone. The volume also limits the scheduling options for the contractor, restricts hauling of materials to and from the project and increases the amount of time to safely complete operations. Traffic shifts throughout the project take significant planning to ensure their success.”

Workers are tackling paving, median barrier wall construction, the diverging diamond interchange at NC 42, opening the new interchange at Cleveland School Road and constructing the diverging diamond interchange at Jones Sausage Road. Other tasks include the widening of NC 42, grading between NC 42 and Cornwallis Road on I-40 and miscellaneous signage, signals, fiber and water/sewer work that has not been completed.

Moody noted that new flyover bridges at the I-40/I-440 interchange opened in December 2020.

“The contractor is working on wider/longer bridges at the Rock Quarry Road overpass and the U.S. 70 Business interchange [exit 306]. Diverging diamond interchanges will be added to the Jones Sausage Road [exit 303] and N.C. 42 [exit 312] interchanges.”

Moody said inclement weather also is a factor during construction.

“We’ve had a significant amount of rain during the winter, as well as heavy storms we received over the fall and summer. The storms increase the amount of erosion control response and often delays paving, grading and stone operations.”

As for site work, said Moody, “S.T. Wooten constructed a temporary ramp from a bridge on East Garner Road to facilitate hauling operations in the median of I-40. This ramp allowed more than 21,000 truckloads of material to be delivered directly to the median without having to access I-40. By

see NCDOT page 58

NCDOT photo

A SANY excavator loads this trailer with tree trunks from land clearing operations.

NCDOT from page 1

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The section of I-40 is one of the primary beach routes for people in and west of the Triangle area and passes through one of the fastest growing areas in the state in Johnston County.

NCDOT photo

In the Tar Heel state, crews responsible for widening Interstate 40 from southeast Raleigh to Clayton are marking a major milestone.

NCDOT photo

Tasks include the widening of NC 42, grading between NC 42 and Cornwallis Road on I-40 and miscellaneous signage, signals, fiber and water/sewer work that has not been completed.

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Cat Expands Smart Blade Capabilities for Skid Steer, Compact Track Loaders

Caterpillarannouncednewoptionsforthe

Cat Smart Grader Blade and Smart Dozer Blade.

The new external control kit for GB120 and GB124 smart grader blades expands use of these blades to Cat D and D2 series SSL andCTLmachines,enablingcustomerswith previous model fleets to run smart blades. The new 3D grade control kit uses existing connections to easily add automatic blade control to the Cat Smart Dozer Blade.

Smart Grader Blades

Cat Smart Grader Blades set the standard for machine and attachment control integration. Previously, these smart blades were made available for customers with Cat D3 series SSLand CTLmachines. The new external control kit provides customers with a means to run smart grader blades on all D-series and select older Cat machines.

Simplifying operation, GB120 and

GB124 blades automatically detect whether they are being operated on a D3 series or machine equipped with the external con troller.

The new external control kit includes a thirdjoystickforoperatingbladeraise/lower, tilt, angle and wing functions like smart con trol for D3 series machines. In addition, it includes the wiring harnesses, a RAM mount, brackets and all the necessary hardware required for smart grader blade control.

Compatible with Cat Grade and Earthworks GO! systems, the new external control features selectable modes for left, right and tandem control. Standard crossslope assist and full proportional control of all functions improve operating efficiency.

A valuable tool for experienced as well as novice operators, the new 3D GPS/GNSS grade control for smart dozer blades on Cat CTL machines guides the operator to accurately grade planes, slopes, contours and complex curves.

The new external control kit for GB120 and GB124 smart grader blades expands use of these blades to Cat D and D2 series SSL and CTL machines, enabling customers with previous model fleets to run smart blades.

3D Grade Capabilities

Avaluable tool for experienced as well as novice operators, the new 3D GPS/GNSS grade control for smart dozer blades on Cat CTL machines guides the operator to accurately grade planes, slopes, contours and complex curves. It provides blade vertical height and horizontal positioning guidance, or, alternatively, the system controls the blade relative to a design loaded into the grade control system.

Automated blade control takes the guessworkoutofwhatthegradeshouldbe,allowing operators to achieve design plans faster. Veteran operators can work more productively with the system, and those with less experienced can work more confidently and quickly build grading skills. Regardless of operator experience level, the 3D grade control system can reduce rework, labor and materials used on the job.

The base Cat Smart Dozer Blade comes standard with all the required hookups to install 3D grade control components. Software updates and the hardware are available for existing machines and smart dozer blades to operate grade control. For more information, visit

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Diamond’sBrushCutterPro Offers Premium Versatility

Ideally suited for maintaining farmland, ranches and recreational property, the Brush Cutter Pro delivers the same premium cutting performance and versatility as Diamond Mowers’ Pro X unit, but in a lighterweight model engineered specifically for mediumduty use and applications.

Available in a 72-in. cutting width, the Brush Cutter Pro has a continuous cut capacityof3in.(andamaximum cut capacity of 5 in.), aflowrangeof17to41gpm and is intended for five hours of weekly use (260 hours annually).

• Applications — Farms/ranches, recreational properties

• Materials — Grass, trees, branches and brush up

to 5 in. in diameter

• Compatibility — Standard and high-flow skid-steers

The Brush Cutter Pro is equipped with four hydraulic motors that optimize blade speed for safe operation and perfectly cut vegetation; hardened steel blades that effectively slice through vegetation and are

built to swing and break away when in contact with rocks;easilyreplaceablehex blade bolts that provide the toughest blade retention in the industry; and multi-hex cutting discs that provide greater inertia in tougher conditions.

For more information, visit diamondmowers.com.

Mobro Marine Sells CRANE PARTS

You will find the parts you need at MOBRO Marine, Inc. We purchase in bulk directly from the manufacturers to maintain our large inventory. We also have a large inventory of long-lead time parts for cranes that can’t be found anywhere else. Not only does this mean we have the part you need in stock, it also saves you money. Because we buy in volume, we can buy for less and pass the savings on to you.

Our large inventory keeps construction equipment performing at optimum levels. We offer same-day shipping on most partsyou’ll experience minimal downtime. We are a full-service company. We not only supply parts, but we also service and repair construction equipment and cranes of any type.

GRYB International Makes Grand Debut at ConExpo

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

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

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

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

Witheightcompaniesdedicatedtoservicing the heavy equipment industry, GRYB International showcased the following products at ConExpo:

ï Bateman — Manufacturer of grapples, generatorsandclamshellbucketattachments

for forestry, demolition, port, railway, recycling & waste industries.

ï Winkle — Manufacturer of magnets, crane components, electrical control systems, magnetic lifting devices, magnetic separation equipment, mechanical lifting devices, power supply sources, transfer equipment for scrap and recycling, and steel mill industries.

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

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

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

ï GRYB — Complete solution manufacturerofheavyequipmentattachmentsforsix industrialsectorsincludingexcavation,demolition, construction, recycling and handling and snow removal.

For more information, visit gryb.ca. 

Kenworth Plant Hosts Second Annual Truck Parade

The Kenworth truck assembly plant in Chillicothe, Ohio, recently held its second annual Kenworth Truck Parade in downtown Chillicothe. This year, the parade paid tribute to Kenworth’s 100th anniversary.

The 2023 Kenworth Truck Parade featured more than 50 new, classic and customized Kenworth trucks, including models built in the 1920s and 1930s, a 1976 Bicentennial W900 VIT-200, two Liberty Edition Kenworths — a K100 Cabover and W900 Conventional, a 1984 W900B from Australia, as well as Kenworth’s 100th anniversary Signature Edition T680 and Limited EditionW900 trucks.

A T680, recently delivered to Heartland Express and representing the milestone 750,000th truck producedattheKenworthChillicothe plant,alsoparticipatedintheevent.

To commemorate Kenworth’s 100th anniversary, the trucks featured in the parade started with those built in the 1920s and followed chronological order ending with trucks built in 2023 to showcase Kenworth’s history and advancements throughout the years. Drivers from across the United States and Canada traveled to Chillicothe to showcase their trucks in the parade. The parade began at dusk, allowing drivers to show off as they made their way through the historic downtown area of Chillicothe.

“After a successful inaugural Kenworth truck parade last year, this year’s event was even bigger

and better as we continue to celebrate Kenworth’s 100th anniversary,”saidJackSchmitt,Kenworth Chillicothe assistant plant manager.“Itwasgreattoseetrucksdating back to the 1920s when Kenworth first opened its doors to our latest models, many of which are built here in Chillicothe. The event would not be possible without the engagement of our Kenworth Chillicothe planning team, the drivers who came from near and far to show off their rigs and the city of Chillicothe for coming out to support the parade.”

Leading up to the truck parade, the Kenworth Chillicothe plant heldeventsatitsfacilityfordrivers and their families participating in and attending the parade. Drivers had an opportunity to tour the Kenworth Chillicothe plant to see where the majority of Kenworth’s

trucks are built. The plant also hosted an employee family event on the plant’s property during the day of the parade.

Chris Koenig, who owns the Kenworth 75th anniversary LimitedEditionKenworthW900L that was used to haul a special Kenworth history trailer for Kenworth’s 75th anniversary tour, showedoffhisbigrigattheparade and attended events held at the Chillicothe plant. The same trailer, owned by the Koenig family, was recently reimagined and is being used during this centennial year as amobilehistoryexhibittocelebrate Kenworth’s 100th anniversary.

“My father Al was a big Kenworth fan and history buff and he passed along his passion for Kenworth trucks down to me,” saidKoenig.“Itwasfuntotourthe plant and meet other Kenworth

enthusiasts at this event. There were some really great looking trucks at the parade this year, including vintage trucks built when Kenworth first got its start.”

Tosupportthelocalcommunity, theKenworthChillicotheplantand the United Way of Ross County teamed up to coordinate a 50/50 raffle, with proceeds going to the United Way of Ross County. During the parade, Kenworth Chillicothe employees and members of the United Way of Ross Countywalkedaroundtheeventto sell raffle tickets. The Kenworth Chillicothe plant also raised moneyforthenon-profitorganization through sponsorships of the VIP area along the truck parade route. In total, more than $22,000 was donated to the United Way of Ross County.

TheKenworthChillicotheplant,

which opened in 1974, is located on a 120-acre site 50 mi. south of Columbus, Ohio.The 622,000 sq.ft. plant features advanced manufacturing technologies, including robotic assembly and a modern paint facility that utilizes the latest technology in the industry. The multi-level paint facility went into production in October 2021 and is equipped with bell spray head technology that improves the appearance and transfer efficiency of the paint.

In 2022, the Kenworth Chillicothe plant received two Manufacturing LeadershipAwards foritsnewKenworthPaintFacility and Henrob Error Proofing project from the National Association of Manufacturers.

For more information, visit www.Kenworth100.com and www.kenworth.com. 

Driver Chris Koenig in front of the Kenworth 75th anniversary Limited Edition Kenworth W900L. The second Annual Kenworth Truck Parade in historic downtown Chillicothe.

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PACCAR, Toyota MotorAnnounce Collaboration Expansion

PACCAR and Toyota Motor North America Inc. announced an expansion of their joint efforts to develop and produce zero emissions, hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV) Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks powered by Toyota’s next-generation hydrogen fuel cell modules.

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

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

Designed for use in heavy-duty commercial vehicles, Toyota’s heavy-duty fuel cell electric powertrain kit was recently awarded the Zero Emission Powertrain certification by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Toyota will begin assembly of

the modules in the United States in late 2023.

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

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

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

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

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Expo Offers Opportunities for Women in Green Industry

Approximately 20 percent of the more than 25,000 attendees and exhibitors who attend Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, are women.

Now a new event at Expo — the inaugural Women’s Leadership Reception — will help them connect and build their industry network. The reception is sponsored by SiteOne and Belgard, and will be held Oct. 19, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC).

“Women are a key demographic in the landscape contracting and outdoor power equipment industries. It made sense to create programming that serves them,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition.

Whether registered as exhibitors, landscape contractors, distributors or dealers, all women attendees may participate in the reception. Attendees must RSVP to attend when they register. After the reception, shuttle transportation will be provided from the KEC to the KFCYum! Center for the concerts by Third Eye Blind and Dylan Scott that evening.

“SiteOne is excited to support the inaugural Equip/OPEI 2023 Women’s Leadership Reception,” said Christina Moore, director, Events at SiteOne Landscape Supply. “By partnering with OPEI, we hope to continue advocating for female growth within the industry and encourage Equip and HNA attendees to take advantage of SiteOne career growth tools like our annual WIGI Conference and Women in the Green Growing community groups. We look forward to connecting with this year’s attendees and helping one another.”

Jenny Nail, chief revenue officer, Oldcastle APG, added,

“The Belgard team is thrilled to be a sponsor of the inaugural Women’s Leadership Reception at Hardscape North America. Events like this are important for supporting female colleagues and peers in the outdoor building products industry while encouraging more women to enter this excit-

ing, challenging and diverse field. We are proud to be involved in this event and we look forward to engaging with attendees.”

Equip Expo has learned there is tremendous interest in bringing together women leaders across the green industry.

“I have seen firsthand how promoting and championing a diverse workforce benefits our business. EXPO is a unique opportunity to network with and learn from leaders and experts from all facets of the green industry, and it’s inspiring to see an intentional focus on attracting, connecting, and developing women in our industry,” said Kariné Stuimer, senior vice president at BrightView Landscape Services Inc. “BrightView is honored to be part of an event that attracts such a diverse group of industry professionals.”

For many women, attending Equip Exposition is about seeing the latest equipment and innovations in the field, while also connecting with peers.

“As a woman in a leadership role in what has always been considered a man’s industry, I am increasingly proud to attend events like EXPO and gain strength, knowledge and encouragement from fellow female attendees,” said Donna Vignocchi Zych, president of ILT Vignocchi.

“As someone who does not profess to be a feminist, I will say that we do have different issues than our male counterparts. Being able to network and find support on such a large scale is vital to encouraging women to continue to see the green industry not only a viable place for a career, but a prosperous one.”

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Culture in Construction: Why It Matters, How to Improve It

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

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

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

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

The good news is that industry-wide survey results indicate the construction industry’s culture issue may not be so bad, according to the 2019 People in Construction Report, saidAdamchik. In fact, 83 percent of

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

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

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

The labor shortage isn’t exclusive to the construction industry. Even organizations with good company culture can implement some of these changes to elevate employee experience:

• Standards and values. Approximately

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

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

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

• Amping up one’s referral program.

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

• Bridging the gap between teams and departments. In construction, there are several discrepancies between survey answers from field and office staff members that could be corrected with a little work. For example, creating teambuilding opportunities for one’s entire staff on a monthly or quarterly basis can go a long way toward building camaraderie.

While there are several improvements that would benefit the construction industry’s culture, and company culture in general, the survey results show that the situation may not be as bad as advertised. There are several actions that employers can take to improve company culture, from enforcing values to bringing employees together. Even small actions make a big difference, and there is no better time to start than now. 

Gillian Williams (L) and Alyssa Sondrini, both of Greenworks Commercial, Mooresville, N.C.

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Sustainable Drive Concepts for Every Requirement

Kleemann uses three different drive concepts that offer the best possible solution depending on the tasks at hand. Whereas electric drives score very well with regard to the CO2 footprint, in some situations a fuel-saving diesel drive is the better solution.

E-DRIVE, D-DRIVE and H-DRIVE represent the variants diesel-electric, diesel-direct and diesel-hydraulic.

The decision on the most efficient solution depends on many factors: For example, whether there is a power supply option available on site, whether the machines are used in an urban environment or which local environmental regulations apply.

E-DRIVE — Emission-Free Due to Electric Drive

The E-DRIVE drive concept offers two options: Diesel fuel or all-electric.

All-electric operation is environmentally friendly: there are no CO2 emissions on site. A precondition for this is a good power infrastructure, which is often available in quarries or in larger recycling yards.

If only an insufficient power supply, or none at all, is available, a diesel-electric work option is available — for example, if the complete plant in the quarry is to be moved along the rock face. Power is then supplied from a long cable, which is often too complex, or even no longer possible. In this case, power comes from the fuel-efficient diesel engine.

The crusher and all conveyor belts are then still driven electrically by a generator. Depending on the local situation, the E-DRIVE concept offers high flexibility.

D-DRIVE — Direct, Powerful Solution

The diesel-direct drive D-DRIVE provides power directly from the engine to the crusher. In the last few years, it was possible to reduce consumption, for example, through the load-dependent fan drive of the new EVO2 Generation.

With regard to the degree of efficiency, the diesel-direct drive has the edge in lowering fuel consumption significantly. Due to their compact size and well thought-out transport options, the machines can be positioned in any place on the work site.

If continuous use of the all-electric drive is not possible, the D-DRIVE is the better, more sustainable choice — whenever flexibility is required. This is the case with demolition and processing work in urban areas, but also in road construction where the machines have to be moved along as construction progresses.

H-DRIVE — For Mobile Screening Plants

The screening plants from Kleemann use an effective diesel-hydraulic drive. In this case, hydraulic pumps operate all machine parts such as screen, belts and drive system.

The power requirements of the screens are considerably lower than a crusher — fuel consumption during operation is therefore more favorable. The optionally available StartStop system can reduce consumption even more.

With the configuration with Dual Power, Kleemann screening plants have an option for an all-electric power supply. If a mains connection is available, the plant operates on site free of emissions — for example, in ecologically sensitive areas with strict stipulations.

Summary: Ecological Drive — Question of Overall Concept

Many factors play a role in the area of sustainability. Energy required for production, transport, storage, sales and disposal are all incorporated in the ecological footprint of the production process.

As far as CO2 emissions during operation are concerned, an all-electric plant is without doubt the best choice, according to the manufacturer. In other cases, you have to weigh up whether supply via an external power source involving high equipment and material costs is more constructive at the end of the day than technology with lower fuel consumption. Ecology also can mean placing your trust in low material usage and high durability.

For more information, visit www.wirtgen-group.com. 

Demolition work in inner-city areas is always a challenge. In many cases, an adequate power infrastructure is not available.

Is Construction Industry Ready for Driverless Vehicles?

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

A decade after it began a pioneering research program to drive the tech forward, the company realized that the sector was not ready for automation. Instead, it focused on thebuildingblocksthatwouldneedtobeput in place to make automation possible in future.

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

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

Atthisstageitwasclearthecompanywas well ahead of its time, but the feeling was that the sector was not ready for automation. This brought an end to the first generation of automation.

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

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

VolvoAutonomousSolution(VAS)isone example of a company that is making inroads.

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

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

Challenging Terrain

The development of driverless vehicles has thrown up many novel engineering challenges that were not anticipated a decade ago, from user skepticism to the difficulties of developing an artificial intelligence (AI) that can respond correctly to situations that have never been encountered before, the socalled ‘’edge case’’.

Whatisbecomingclearinthisstoryisthat each sector throws up different challenges andopportunities.Forexample,thedevelopment of ‘’robo taxis’’ was thwarted by the complexityofurbanenvironments,butlonghaul trucking, which involves more pre-

dictable journeys on long, straight roads, is now emerging as a key area for technological uptake.

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

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

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

Constructing Positive Case

VAS has chosen to focus its energy on haulage systems, such as those found at quarries and mines, where the case for automation is strongest.These vehicles fulfil a single, simple function, they operate in a

closed-off environment and involve no onroad use. In these instances, the case for automation is a good one.

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

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

One challenge for these vehicles is navigating inhospitable terrains. Even where these vehicles face only simple, repetitive routes in closed-off environments, they are often exposed to harsh under-chassis environments. As well as extensive testing to make sure theAI can cope with these condi-

tions, the conventional vehicle components, such as the steering parts, also need to be tested extensively to ensure they are designed to last.

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

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

Pailton Engineering supplies custom steering parts and full steering system for off-highwayvehicles.Formoreinformation, visit pailton.com. 

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

Terex MPAnnounces Its Purchase of MARCO Conveyors of Mt. Vernon, Mo.

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

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

Terexalsowillassumeresponsibility for MARCO’s sales and engineering

office in the St. Louis area.

MARCOwasestablishedin1936by E.F. Marsh Engineering and has since designed and manufactured standard, stationary and portable material handling equipment such as stackers, belt feeders, hoppers and bins. The company was the first conveyor manufacturer to design tubular-truss conveyor frames, which remain to be a signature product for MARCO today.

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

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

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

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Montabert USA, based in Nashville, Ill., announced the grand opening of its expanded distribution and rebuild facility.

Working within the 50,000 sq. ft. of its existing distribution center — located at 12578 State Route 127, Suite F, Nashville, Ill. — Montabert began plans in late 2022 to add remanufacturing and repair capabilities to the facility. While these new capabilities are now offered onsite, the expanded facility officially opens on Sept. 28, 2023.

Prior to the Nashville facility expansion, rebuilds and repairs of Montabert breakers in the United States were handled in a partner facility inTennessee. Relocating this work to the Montabert Distribution and Rebuild Facility provides several benefits that enhance the company’s factory-certified rebuild program.

According to Amanda Carpenter, sales office, warehouse and distribution manager of Montabert USA, “We now have the capability of lowering breakers up to 15,000 lbs. into a pit for safe extraction of power cells and to perform inspections and maintenance. We have also added a factory-trained breaker technician who is dedicated to working on Montabert equipment. The in-house rebuild center offers more visibility into scheduling, allowing accuracy of quoting and timely completion of customer rebuilds.”

Aaron Scarfia, general manager of

Montabert USA, added, “With the addition of a rebuild and repair center strategically located within our existing U.S. distribution facility in south central Illinois, we are now taking our already industry-leading product support capabilities to the next level. This expansion will enable us to more efficiently support our customers with preventative maintenance of their Montabert products, protecting their investments into the future.” Scarfia explains that current capabilities for the facility include in-house rebuilds of Montabert’s complete line of hydraulic breakers.Inthefuture,thecompanyalsowill offer rebuilds for Montabert drifters and its Silent Demolition line of equipment. Construction on the expanded facility began in March 2023.

New capabilities for the facility now include:

• 10-ton crane

• Pit with lift table, ensuring safety and efficient working conditions

• Hydraulic power unit for breaker testing prior to shipping

Future plans include:

• Industrial parts washer

• Paint booth

• Second lift table

For more information, visit montabert.com or montabertusa.com.

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“Excavation on N.C. 42 has been extremely challenging, due to the constraints along the corridor. A significant number of utilities had to be relocated and access must be maintained to businesses at all times. The amount of traffic is equivalent to portions of the interstate in North Carolina.

Along I-40, excavations had to occur around traffic shifts, to complete operations.”

The project has called for approximately 1.2 million tons of asphalt, along with 900,000 tons of stone; 1.45 million cu. yds. of soil; and 50,000 cu. yds. of concrete.

A Komatsu 360 excavator with hammer attachment; JLG manlifts; and a Cat D5K2 LGP dozer have been required on site, along with a Cat 318 rubber tire excavator; a Hamm smooth steel drum roller; a Cat rubber tire loader; a John Deere 135G mini-track excavator; a Volvo smooth drum roller; a BOMAG 5500 trench packers; and a Cat 330 excavator.

Other heavy machinery includes a Komatsu WA 250 front-end loader; a Kubota KX040-4 mini-excavator; a Cat 326 trackhoe; a Case 210EX trackhoe; a Komatsu PC210 LC excavator; a Komatsu PC228US LC excavator; a SANY SY215C LC excavator; a TimberPro TTL745C tree cutter with Quadco cutter attachment; a Cat 320D L excavator; a Vermeer HG6000TX grinder; a Komatsu PC 360 LC track excavator; a Kobelco SK 350 with hoe ram; and a Deere 135G excavator.

Moody said the hours can be long, but seeing the continued progress is extremely encouraging.

“It’s very rewarding to see the project cross major milestones like the recent opening of new lanes on the northern, longer portion of the project. People are excited to get a taste of the final product and get to their destinations faster.”

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The current skills gap and workforce shortage issues facing OEMs and equipment distributors are daunting. To address these problems, theAED Foundation created Vision 2025, a project aimed at helping to increase the number of qualified technicians entering the equipment distribution industry.

Komatsu has contributed $250,000 toward this initiative.

“We recognize the imperative to build a talent pipeline for our distributors and the heavy equipment industry at large,” said Komatsu’s Rod Bull, executive vice president, North America Region.

“Komatsu supports Vision 2025 and its focus on helping schools promote careers in the technical field to young people, who often aren’t aware of the great family-supporting jobs available in this industry. We’re excited to do our part to share this story of opportunity to join an industry that keeps our world growing and sustains our way of life.”

Research by the AED Foundation has found that the industry needs to fill an anticipated 73,500 heavy equipment technician positions over the next five years, and that the technician shortage is compounded by a gap in required skills and available training.

Vision 2025 aims to address these issues by growing the foundation’s impact to include a minimum of 120 accredited college programs (currently 71), and a minimum of 200 recognized high school programs (currently 36). If the project is successful, it has the potential to create a talent pipeline that includes an additional 10,000 skilled technicians entering the workforce, 5,000 AED Foundation-certified technicians and 500 AED Foundation-certified managers.

With a fundraising goal of $10 million over the next five years, Vision 2025 funds will be directed toward:

• New college accreditation programs targeting underserved areas where an existing heavy equipment/diesel technology program is already in place

• High school recognition programs that will prioritize locations that can serve as a feeder system into current and anticipated accredited college programs

• Expanding theAED Foundation’s endowment to ensure Vision 2025 efforts are sustainable over the long term

“The AED Foundation is grateful for Komatsu’s leadership and investment in our Vision 2025 campaign,” said AED Foundation President Brian McGuire. “Komatsu’s support, in conjunction with nearly 75 other investors, brings our Vision 2025 campaign to over $6 million. These investments provide the Foundation the sustainability needed to continue to be the heavy equipment industry’s leader in workforce development.”

Including Komatsu’s donation, a total of $1.45 million has been pledged to the Vision 2025 campaign by Komatsu and its dealer network. Among dealers that have donated:

• Anderson Equipment Company

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• Waukesha-Pearce Industries LLC

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Cumberland Considers Parman Its ‘Trusted Partner’

“Parman services our needs in Kentucky and Tennessee — they are just a phone call away,” he added.

When Hockenberger was asked about the relationship between his company and Ellison’s, he said, “Cumberland Pipeline is a great partner and customer and the entire employee-owned team at Parman is appreciative of Cumberland’s business.”

If It Involves Water or Sewer, Cumberland Right for Job

Besides Cumberland’s underground utility installations, the company works on projects that involve putting in wastewater pump stations, potable and raw water booster pump stations, treatment plant maintenance, insertion valves and wet tapping, excavation, site preparation and grading, rock excavation and clearing.

“If it concerns water or sewer, we can handle it,” Ellison said.

To do all these types of projects, Cumberland employs five field crews that typically consist of six or seven people.

“We have some of the best people in business,” he said with confidence. “I would put our guys against anyone in the industry, no matter the size of the contractor.”

Cumberland also has six office personnel, and three shop mechanics to keep the machines humming.

The majority of the firm’s work takes place along the Interstate 65 corridor in Middle Tennessee, which includes the always-busy Nashville construction market; and southcentral Kentucky, where Cumberland Pipeline is based. The company also is licensed to do work in Alabama and Indiana, although Ellison noted that it currently does not have any projects under way in either of those states.

Wherever Cumberland’s crews are hard at work, though, the Link-Belt 355s are more than likely to accompany them, Ellison said.

“Right now, we are putting in a 30-inch-diameter PVC sewer main for the city of Mt. Juliet, Tenn., just east of Nashville,” he said. “On site for that $8 million project is a Link-Belt 355 and a Link-Belt 245. To the south, in the town of Lewisburg, there is another job where we are using four Link-Belt excavators, including two 355s, a 245 and a 235. At $8.5 million, that is the largest project we have going right now.

“Both of these projects started around the first of April,” Ellison added.

In total, he said Cumberland is working on two jobs in Bowling Green, Ky., as well as another in the Bluegrass State, and seven projects in Tennessee.

Not surprisingly, Ellison feels very optimistic about the course Cumberland is on, particularly in light of the company’s success in overcoming several hits to the construction sector in the last few years, namely COVID-19 and the resultant issues with supply-chain difficulties.

“We managed to stay busy, navigate the pandemic and remain profitable,” he said. “Our best year was probably 2020, and we have done better each year since. In 2023, we have $32 million worth of work on the board. Last year, we hit $22 million in sales and the year before that, we did $12 million. That is all in comparison to when I first got here in 2014 and Cumberland was only at $1.5 million, so we have really been able to turn it around.

As far as supply-chain issues, Cumberland is just now seeing the light at the end of the tunnel concerning that headache.

“Today [Aug. 7], we are starting on a job that we bid on way back in July 2022 because of problems with the supply chain,” Ellison added. “That really takes strategy to overcome, plus calling your supplier to get them to deliver what you need as soon as possible. Sometimes, we must borrow material from one of our jobs to get another started on time because we still have a deadline to meet. We are held accountable for that contract. A lot of that goes on here with help from many of our people behind the scenes.”

Hockenberger added, “Amid supply chain woes, labor shortages and high equipment demand, Parman was able to provide Cumberland with the tools they needed to get the job done. We really had to interview each other to see if we’d be

able to meet the other’s needs during a crazy time in business.”

Cumberland Prepares to Work On Largest Project Yet

Another reason for optimism, he said, is that Cumberland Pipeline is planning to bid yet another contract in Bowling Green in 2024, a $30 million project in Warren County’s Kentucky Transpark business facility.

The development, when fully built, will encompass 4,000 acres, contain an ultramodern business park and intermodal facility served by CSX Rail, and will be the home of the new Bowling Green Airport.

MSE of Kentucky Inc., a Lexington-based engineering firm, noted on its website that Kentucky Transpark will incorporate best management practices for storm drainage control and is designed to have an attractive “campus-like” setting in its sensitive environmental location.

“The water district is taking infrastructure directly to the water and sewer plants, with an estimated cost of between $30 million to $40 million,” Ellison said in reference to Kentucky Transpark. “Preparing to bid that project is how I am spending a lot of my time right now.”

He added that the Bowling Green area, like the much larger Tennessee capital city 65 minutes to the southwest, is experiencing its own boom in industrial and population growth, part of which is seen in the five projects Cumberland has either completed, is currently building, or is preparing to work on in the area.

“Bowling Green is really a suburb of Nashville even though it is in a different state and 75 miles away, but a lot of people also commute between the two cities,” Ellison said.

For more information about Cumberland Pipeline LLC, call 270/385-9000 (Kentucky) or 615/681-7426 (Tennessee) or visit www.cumberlandpipeline.com.

For more information about Parman Tractor & Equipment, call 615/865-7800 or visit www.parmantractor.com.  CEG

(All photos courtesy of Cumberland Pipeline LLC.)

CUMBERLAND from page 8

The Link-Belt 355 X4S is a large machine and has the capabilities of an 80,000-lb. excavator, but it has a small footprint.

Wherever Cumberland’s crews are hard at work, the Link-Belt 355s are more than likely to accompany them.

Here's how the

Expert Offers Tip On Best Ways to Finance Construction Equipment

upfront costs, said Hall.

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

He noted there is a difference between heavy equipment loans and regular equipment financing. For larger loans, some lenders will look at your credit score, business cash flow and the amount of your potential down payment.

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

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

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

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

It’s a practical choice, too, if you only need the equipment for a particular timeframe or specific long-term job.

Banks offer these loans, as do online lenders, and the process for each is different. It is recommended you shop around for good rates.

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

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

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

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

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

If your business does not qualify for the Section 179

ume rose by 6 percent from June 2022 to June 2023.

deduction, you still have options. You may write off the loan or lease payments as a business expense or depreciate the equipment on your taxes, said Hall.

“One the biggest misconceptions is that leasing or financing your equipment excludes you from tax savings,” he added.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

THE CAT RENTAL STORE AT THOMPSON MACHINERY

The equipment finance industry reports that new business vol-

FINANCING from page 26

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Lane Construction Wins $102M Florida DOT Contract

The Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Webuild Group, has been awarded a highway construction project by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to improve the safety and operations of the Interstate 4 (I-4) / State Road (S.R.) 535 (Apopka — Vineland Road) interchange in Orange County, Fla.

The $102 million design-build project serves more than 150,000 vehicles each day. The interchange is a major access point to Walt Disney World, shopping, hotels and many other tourist destinations. The project will enhance driver safety through a more efficient roadway design that alleviates traffic weaving and includes updated signage. Maintaining access to Disney attractions and the numerous hotels that serve it is an important aspect of the project.

Construction is scheduled to being in 2024.

As part of Lane’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure, this project’s goal of improving safety and mobility will decrease the amount of time that vehicles currently sit in traffic. The project also presents opportunities to recycle asphalt pavement, concrete and steel. Reusing these project elements further helps to conserve resources and promote a better world.

Last year, Lane won a $218 million contract for a nearby project along the I-4 corridor at Sand Lake Road. Currently under construction, this project will enhance safety and traffic operations, and provide added capacity to accommodate the increasing number of Greater Orlando residents and 120,000 annual visitors.

The $102 million design-build project serves more than 150,000 vehicles each day.

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

PLEASE CONTACT ASAP.

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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

ISO PORTABLE, PREFERABLY CLOSED CIRCUIT, IMPACT CRUSHERS. ALSO

INTERESTED IN PORTABLE SCREENS

EMAIL:

GIVEBUYSELLTRADE@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 512-822-8818

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WANTED (IL): A CUMMINS 5.9 TURBO

CHARGED ENGINE FOR A CASE 1155E LOADER.

EMAIL: KUBERSKIEXC@CHARTER.NET

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (OK): CATERPILLAR D5N CRAWLER DOZER.

EMAIL:

JUNK4@ACEINVESTMENTS.COM;

PHONE: 405-627-6246

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WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR MODEL

815 SOIL COMPACTOR. EMAIL:

ANDREWL@BLACKSTARACA.COM;

PHONE: 312-898-5355

COMMENTS:

WANTED (MA): CATERPILLAR 308E2CR QC EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: KKNOPE@DEFELICECORP.COM

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WANTED (IN): HYSTER H80FT FORKS

EMAIL: YADAV.JYOTI178@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 09500208661

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

EMAIL: DYLAN@COLF.COM

PHONE: 360-798-5847

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WANTED (MD): CATERPILLAR 140H

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

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM.

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WANTED (WI): JOHN DEERE 200C

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

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

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

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

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA;

PHONE: 450-346-8975

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

EMAIL: JANDWINS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 2816945478

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WANTED (TX): KOMATSU PC3000

EXCAVATOR – LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU PC3000 ENGINE.

EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: 832-244-1897

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WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE 550K LGP

CRAWLER DOZER - WANT TO BUY

BULLDOZER 550KLGP JOHN DEERE

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

EMAIL: JEANMAURICEBOUTIN@ VIDEOTRON.CA;

PHONE: 450-346-8975

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WANTED (US): CLARK M371 SKID

STEER LOADER

EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (US): WANTED FOR A JCB

RUBBER TIRE BACKHOE LOADER 214

– A QUICK DISCONNECT DETACHABLE

ADAPTOR FOR A SET OF FORKS. CAN NEED REPAIR.

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

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WANTED (US): ALL MODELS ALLMAND

BACKHOE LOADERS.

EMAIL: SCRIBEDM@ZOOMINTERNET.NET

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WANTED (US): VOLVO EC480DL EXCA-

VATOR

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM;

PHONE: +923003695360

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WANTED (US): WANT TO BUY BULL-

DOZER 650LGP CASE – ENC CAB SIX

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

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

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

EMAIL: CELMORE@RONSPBS.COM

PHONE: 918-385-1623

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL:

EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1 832-244-1897

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

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENT

STRADINGLLC@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1-281-694-5478

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

EMAIL: AHMED@IUKANDCO.COM

WANTED (MI): WACKER NEUSON WL30

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

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 616-813-3642

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

EMAIL: ILYAS.MTCPK@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923322489350

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WANTED (US): HITACHI EXCAVATORS

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

EMAIL:

NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): HITACHI ZX200-E EXCAVATOR.

EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: FARMBOYKJ@HOTMAIL.COM

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

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

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

EMAIL:

USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

EMAIL:BSCHAAB@AMERICANDND.COM

PHONE: 716-984-7566

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

EMAIL: BERTRANDLAZURE @CHARETTETRANSPORT.COM;

PHONE: 1-450-691-5151

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

EMAIL: BERT@MEXUSCAN.COM;

PHONE: 1-514-233-5151

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

EMAIL:EQUIPMENTPRO22@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 570-423-7631

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

EMAIL: AMERICAUSEDEQUIPMENT@ GMAIL.COM;

PHONE: +1-657-236-7399

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL: IKRAMKHAN@IUKANDCO.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): HITACHI

EX450 EXCAVATORS - NEED TO BUY

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

RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING EXC.

EMAIL: USEDEQUIPMENTSOURCING@GMAIL.COM

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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WANTED (US): LOOKING TO BUY

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

EMAIL: INFO@IUKANDCO.COM;

PHONE: +923331234598

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WANTED (US): KUBOTA B7300HSD

TRACTOR W/ 60 INCH MOWER DECK.

EMAIL: PRONCALLO@AOL.COM;

PHONE: 845-225-7504

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WANTED (US): ACS INDUSTRIES –

BUCKETS, ALL MODELS

EMAIL: BEBOMOR2003@YAHOO.COM

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

EMAIL:CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

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

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

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

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

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

EMAIL: EDDIE.SIDDIQUI3@GMAIL.COM

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WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CONCRETE

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

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

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

EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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

EMAIL:

NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

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

PHONE: 281-694-5478

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

ALEX LYON & SON AUCTIONEERS

www.lyonauction.com

315-633-2944

• Online

August 18 - 30, 2023

For: Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahearn Rentals

• San Angelo, TX

Wed., August 23, 2023

For: Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahern Rentals

• Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Late Model Construction Equipment & more (MEX)

• Rochester, NY

Fri., August 25, 2023

For: General & Paving Contractor Retirement Auction

• Online

Aug. 28 – Sept. 4, 2023

For: Acquisition Auction, Construction Equipment & more

• Parsippany, NJ

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: 1 Owner Major Job Completion Auction

• Ft. Worth, TX

Wed., September 6, 2023

For: Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahearn Rentals

• Houston, TX

Thurs., September 7, 2023

For: Part 2 of Acquisition of Ahearn Rentals

RITCHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS

www.rbauction.com

402-421-3631

• Houston, TX

August 22 – 24, 2023

• Orlando, FL

Aug. 31 – Sept. 1, 2023

• Sacramento, CA

Aug. 31 – Sept. 1, 2023

• Polotitlan, MEX

September 1, 2023

• Los Angeles, CA

September 7 – 8, 2023

• Phoenix, AZ

September 13 – 14, 2023

ABSOLUTE AUCTION & REALTY, INC.

www.AARauctions.com

800-243-0061

• Online

Tues., August 29, 2023

For: Suffern, NY Vehicle & Equipment Auction

ADAM MARSHALL LAND & AUCTION

www.Marshallbid.com

308-455-4410

• Kearney, NE

Mon., September 11, 2023

For: Blessing Construction

Close-Out Auction

Coming Auctions

AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL

www.auctionsinternational.com

800-536-1401

• Online

August 10 – 24, 2023

For: Online Auctions Closing Daily!

BAR NONE AUCTION

www.barnoneauction.com

866-372-1700

• Online

Fri., August 25, 2023

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

• Online

Sat., September 9, 2023

For: Sacramento Equipment Auction

• Online

Fri., September 22, 2023

For: Woodburn Equipment Auction

BIDADOO AUCTIONS

www.bidadoo.com

1-877-BIDADOO

• Online

August 29, 2023

• Online

September 5, 2023

BIG IRON AUCTIONS

www.bigiron.com

800-937-3558

• Online

August 23, 2023

• Online

August 30, 2023

BLACK STAR ACA www.blackstaraca.com

800-610-2192

• Online

August 30, 2023

BRIGHT STAR AUCTIONS

www.brightstarauctions.com

574-825-0704

• Middlebury, IN

Fri., August 25, 2023

For: Michiana Equipment Auction

• Lake City, MI

Thurs., September 7, 2023

For: Late Model Sawmill Equipment Auction

• New Galilee, PA

Thurs., September 14, 2023

For: Sawmill Liquidation & Late Model Rolling Stock Auction

COMPASS

www.soldoncompass.com

800-729-6466

• Chattanooga, TN

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Get Your Industrial Equipment

DEANCO AUCTIONS

www.deancoauction.com

MS: 601-656-9768

AL: 334-693-2540

• Philadelphia, MS

September 12 - 13, 2023

For: Huge Construction Equipment and Truck Public Auction

DON SMOCK

AUCTION CO., INC.

www.dsa-auctions.com

765-778-9277

• Pendleton, IN

Fri., September 15, 2023

For: 31st Annual Fall Consignment Auction

HESS AUCTIONEERS

www.hessauctioneers.net

866-511-2493

• Marietta, PA

Fri., October 13, 2023

For: Truck, Trailer & Equipment Auction

I.R.A.Y. AUCTION

www.iraymn.com

320-968-7230

• Online

Wed., September 20, 2023

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

J.J. KANE AUCTIONEERS

www.jjkane.com

856-764-7163

• Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Dixon, CAAuction Event

J.M. WOOD AUCTION COMPANY

www.jmwood.com

800-447-7085

• Montgomery, AL

September 19 - 21, 2023

For: 50th Annual Fall Auction

J. STOUT AUCTIONS

www.jstoutauction.com

888-897-8864

• Online

August 24 - 25, 2023

For: Monthly Auction

• Online

September 27 - 28, 2023

For: Monthly Auction

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS, INC.

www.jeffmartinauctioneers.com

601-450-6200

• Kissimmee, FL

Tues., August 29, 2023

For: Construction & Transportation

Live Auction

• Lexington, SC

Thurs., September 7, 2023

For: D&J Machinery & Rigging, LLC Absolute Retirement Auction

• Online

Tues., September 12, 2023

For: Government Surplus Asset Liquidation Auction

• Indianapolis, IN

Fri., September 15, 2023

For: Indianapolis Airport Authority Auction

MIEDEMA ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP

www.1800lastbid.com

616-538-0367

• Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Xyz Auction Service – August Consignment Auction

PAUL E. SAPERSTEIN INC.

www.pesco.com

800-660-6553

• Methuen, MA

August 23 - 24, 2023

For: Public Auction for Northern Roofing

PURPLE WAVE AUCTION

www.purplewave.com

866-608-9283

• Online

Wed., August 23, 2023

For: Ag Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., August 24, 2023

For: Truck & Trailer Auction

• Online

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Vehicles & Equipment Auction

• Online

Thurs., August 31, 2023

For: Construction Equipment Auction

RES AUCTION SERVICES www.RES.bid

833-SOLD-RES

• Wooster, OH

Sat., September 2, 2023

For: RES Yard Equipment Auction

• Ashland, OH

Sat., September 9, 2023

For: Mowry Construction & Engineering Dispersal Auction

ROGERS REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY

www.rogersauctiongroup.com

800-442-7906

• Mooresville, NC

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Ultimate Equipment Rentals

SHETRON AUCTION & EQUIPMENT LLC

www.shetronequipment.com

717-532-8828

• Shippensburg, PA

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Construction & Farm Equipment Auction

STEFFES GROUP INC.

www.steffesgroup.com

701-237-9173s

• Online

August 23 - 30, 2023

For: Colorado Consignment Auction

• Online

September 12 - 19, 2023

For: Rush Vallley House Movers Auction

• Online

September 20 - 27, 2023

For: Steffes Construction Auction

VANTAGE AUCTIONS

www.vantageauctions.com

951-228-9040

• Lake Elsinore, CA

Sat., September 16, 2023

For: Public Auction

WAUSAU ACTIONEERS

www.wausauauctioneers.com

800-432-1922

• Merrill, WI

Fri., September 8, 2023

For: 25th Annual Fall Equipment Auction

YODER & FREY HEAVY EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

www.yoderandfrey.com

419-865-3990

• Kissimmee, FL

Wed., August 30, 2023

For: Florida Auction Site

• Findlay, OH

Thurs., September 21, 2023

For: Unreserved Public Auction

To view information on upcoming auctions visit our Auction Calendar at www.constructionequipmentguide.com

Running a Kubota KX080-4 mini-excavator through the paces before auction time are Lamar Smith (in cab), Smith & Sons Concrete, Jessup, Ga., and Pedro Bentley, Little Pete’s Trucking, Inman, S.C.

Crowd Turns Out as Rebel Auction Holds Two-Day Sale in Hazlehurst, Ga.

What’s hotter than south Georgia in August? The auctioning at Rebel Auction on Aug. 9 and 10 in Hazlehurst, Ga., was … metaphorically.

The auction attracted a fantastic turnout of onsite and online bidding on both days for a quality lineup of construction equipment, attachments, farm equipment and all kinds of other miscellaneous items.  CEG

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

Checking out some of the excavators about to go on the auction block are Barron Reed (L) and Mitchell Smith of B & J Reed Construction, Chatsworth, Ga.

With dozens of Caterpillar compact track loaders to choose from, Charles Tapp (in cab) and Clay Arthur of Circle T Construction, Kimball, Tenn., had their inspection work cut out for them on sale day.

Many

lined up on both days to register to bid on a quality lineup of machines, attachments and farm equipment.

Taking some final notes before bidding on machines of choice is Roger Pierce of Pierce and Sons Construction, Lumber Bridge, N.C.

Discussing the machine lineup (L-R) are Jason Thrift, Thrift Brothers Construction, Waycross, Ga.; David Lloyd, a blueberry producer/farmer based in Waycross, Ga.; and Elmer Thrift, retired construction worker and Ware County (Ga.) commissioner.

The auction featured a nice lineup of excavators.

bidders

(L-R): During day two, ring two Justin Duncan, Larry Davis and Frankie Godley make quick work of auctioning attachments and farm equipment.

Opening up a Caterpillar 730C articulated truck for a better look is Dan Wilcox of Wilcox & Company, Charlotte, N.C.

Business Calendar

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

For information on CRANE SAFETY COURSES: cranesafe@gmail.com

800/654-5640

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

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)

AGC Events Calendar:

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

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

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

ONLINE/VIRTUAL

Training/Professional Development

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

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

ONLINE, VIRTUAL

Training/Professional Development

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

Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 – 8:00 AM to Friday, September 29, 2023 – 3:30 PM

Arlington, Virginia Safety and Health

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

Email: info@agc.org

AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA)

PWX Public Works Expo 2023

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

Dates: August 27 – 30, 2023

Place: San Diego Convention Center

111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Description: With new education formats, new innovations and technologies, and more networking opportunities than ever before, APWA’s newly branded PWX Conference provides attendees with a fantastic learning environment, no matter their level of Public Works experience. PWX provides a first-class multi-modal learning experience designed for professionals at all levels and across the entire spectrum of Public Works. Come prepared to see, hear, touch, and discuss in a variety of traditional and interactive sessions, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees can also spend time on North America’s largest exhibit floor for Public Works equipment and services – we’ve carved out generous portions of non-compete time, so you don’t miss any sessions. Kick tires, talk about technology or get the scoop on new products. To take advantage of everything PWX has to offer with more than 5,000 Public Works colleagues from North America and beyond, meet us in San Diego!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SCRAP EXPO - A Live Demonstration Event!

Place: Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville, KENTUCKY

Dates: September 12 – 13, 2023

Registration is now open for Scrap Expo!

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

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

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

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

Events

scrap in real time!

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

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

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

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

ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS (AED)

Advanced Sales Management Seminar

Dates: September 13 – 14, 2023

Place: Doubletree Hotel O’Hare Rosemont Rosemont, IL

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

Join AED and GET INVOLVED!

With our growing network of companies and organizations working together to advance the success of the Equipment Distribution Industry. For more information, contact AED at 650 E. Algonquin Road, Ste. 305, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone: 630/574-0650 Email: help@aednet.org

FARM SCIENCE REVIEW

The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)

https://fsr.osu.edu

Dates: September 19 – 21, 2023

Place The Molly Caren Agricultural Center (MCAC) London, Ohio

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

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

Admission: $10.00 in advance from most Ohio agribusinesses and all county offices of Ohio State University Extension. $15.00 at the gate. Children five (5) years of age and under are admitted FREE!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

. Comprehensive field demonstrations each day of the show.

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

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

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

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

125+ Years of Building Momentum

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

THE UTILITY EXPO www.theutilityexpo.com

DATES: SEPTEMBER 26 – 28, 2023

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

Phone:800/867-6060

Description:

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

For more information, contact:

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

Phone: (414) 272-0943

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