The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) is on schedule to complete work on the $361 million Jimmie Davis Bridge project over the Red River on LA 511, which connects south Caddo and Bossier Parishes, by building a new four-lane bridge, constructed immediately north of the existing two-lane bridge that was originally built in 1968. LA 511 also is being widened and re-aligned on both sides of the bridge so that the roadway is appropriately aligned to the new bridge structure.
This modern structure will provide double the capacity for the growing areas of south Shreveport and Bossier City; improve response times for first responders and other emergency personnel; and support economic development through the efficient movement of people and goods.
Construction work began in May 2024, with a groundbreaking ceremony hosted August 2024 on the Shreveport side. Weather permitting, the project will be completed by 2028.
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8 CREWS BUILD 10-LANE BRIDGE OVER I-77 IN MOORESVILLE, N.C.
Construction crews in North Carolina are scheduled to permanently close lanes on a busy section of Interstate 77 north of Charlotte on July 14, 2025, as part of an effort to begin building a massive new 10-lane bridge over the highway.
12 HD HYUNDAI ANNOUNCES MERGER OF EQUIPMENT DIVISIONS
HD Hyundai, headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, will merge its construction equipment divisions to create a new company, tentatively named HD Construction Equipment, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
12 AEDF CELEBRATES MILESTONE: 115TH HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
The AED Foundation (AEDF) announced that Warrick Pathways and Career Center in Booneville, Ind., has become the 115th Recognized High School Program under its national workforce development initiative.
16 KNOXVILLE’S SOUTH WATERFRONT PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE MOVES AHEAD
The plan to build a pedestrian bridge over the Tennessee River in Knoxville, Tenn. cleared another hurdle amid uncertainty over whether the Trump administration would follow through on federal money promised to make the project happen.
18 CLEMSON UNIVERSITY PREPARING TO START WORK ON $80M GARAGE
Clemson University will soon begin a major $80 million construction project that is expected to alleviate the school’s parking problems. It will be the university’s first on-campus parking garage when it opens in just over two years.
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NCDOT REBUILDS HELENE-DAMAGED BRIDGE IN MARION, N.C.
It has been about nine months since Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina, devastating the region with floodwaters that wiped out homes and damaged businesses.
22 EQUIPMENT THEFT’S RISING COST, WHAT DATA DEMANDS
July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, which offers our industry a crucial opportunity to understand the growing issue of equipment theft and how its data is driving change.
28 BLUE DIAMOND INTRODUCES NEW HDX SERIES ATTACHMENTS
Blue Diamond Attachments has announced the launch of its HDX Series Grapples, a new addition to the lineup between their current HD and Severe Duty Grapples.
32 FELLING NAMES IVY’S LEGACY AS ITS ‘TRAILER FOR A CAUSE’ BENEFICIARY
Felling Trailers Inc. announced Ivy’s Legacy Foundation as the beneficiary of the 13th annual 2025 Trailer for a Cause auction. This tradition involves auctioning a custom FT-3 utility trailer online.
34 HIPOWER RELEASES TRAILER FOR HRIW-25, HRIW-45 GENERATORS
HIPOWER introduced a new integrated trailer design — engineered exclusively for the T4F HRIW-25 and HRIW-45 diesel generator units. The new offering reflects HIPOWER’s ongoing commitment to innovation.
54 DEVELON NORTH AMERICA APPOINTS
KIM AS ITS NEW CEO
Woohyun Kim has been appointed CEO of DEVELON North America (HD Hyundai Infracore North America) and the DEVELON brand of heavy and compact construction equipment.
58 CATERPILLAR’S RESOURCES HELP CUSTOMERS MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
Caterpillar has recently launched a comprehensive library of how-to videos and articles for customers that prefer to do their own maintenance and repairs. This library includes a new series of do-it-yourself (DIY) videos.
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Demolition of Memphis Airport Terminal Part of Modernization, Seismic Project
A photo of the Concourse A demolition.
The Memphis International Airport is going through a massive renovation, which includes tearing down one of its concourses to make way for other uses at the facility.
The space is being cleared to prepare several major construction sites as part of the western Tennessee airport’s Terminal Modernization and Seismic Project (TMSP).
Demolition of the airport’s Concourse A building — which was originally constructed in 1974 — began on July 8, 2025, with a bulldozer plowing through the upper corner of the building and gradually moving across the shuttered terminal.
The concourse has not been in use since 2022 when the airport opened the revamped $245 million Concourse B and moved all facility operations into that wing, according to Glen Thomas, the communications director for the MemphisShelby County Airport Authority (MSCA).
He told the Memphis Commercial Appeal that the cleared concourse site will first be used for storing construction materials needed for the modernized terminal project and the replacement of the Outer Drive, the latter of which will take two years to complete and result in a seismically enhanced and expanded departures-level stop.
This phase of the project is needed to enable the terminal building expansion, Thomas explained, adding that the remodeled structure will move outward into the existing inner-curb lane.
Removing the old concourse also will clear the way for a new 63,500-sq.-ft. MSCA administration building to house about 150 employees, including staffers in finance, development, terminal operations, information technology, airport police and maintenance, according to Thomas.
In addition, the ground floor of the new administration building will include a consolidated baggage inspection system (CBIS), which is expected to allow for faster inspection and transport of checked bags from the ticketing lobby until they are loaded onto an aircraft.
The Concourse A demolition is expected to be completed late 2025 or early 2026.
Thomas said the fate of Concourse C has yet to be deter-
mined.
“We are going to need to utilize some of that area while we are working on the B terminal,” he told the Commercial Appeal. “It’s still an area where we have a security checkpoint if needed, and it also could be the potential location of the consolidated rental car area should we move in that direction.”
Thomas noted that there has not been any passenger impact due to the terminal construction; however, he said that that will change once the airport moves rideshare providers such as Uber and Lyft down to the arrivals area of the airport terminal.
“[It] is going to create a situation where people are going to have to change their habits and they’re going to be getting their rides downstairs, instead of up [in] the ticketing area,” he said.
“Also, as we begin to work on that outer drive, of course, that is going to have a lot of impact,” Thomas added. “Two years from now, once we get inside the terminal, which will [have the] most significant [impact].”
Additional upcoming TMSP milestones in 2025 include:
• the completion of work on the airport’s transit tunnel by the end of July 2025;
• the opening of the commercial curb in September and Uber and Lyft’s relocation to the airport’s lower level; and
• several pedestrian access routes are also due to be closed in September and in November, including one on the tunnel level.
Memphis International Airport’s modernization project is estimated to cost roughly $700 million, which is the largest capital project in the facility’s history. The size and scope of the effort is likely to increase as design and construction details are finalized.
A trio of contracting companies are behind the venture to modernize the airport terminal, including the Memphis office of New York-based Turner Construction, Chris Woods Construction in Memphis and Ardmore Roderick, a Chicago civil engineering firm.
Crews Build 10-Lane Bridge Over I-77 in Mooresville, N.C.
Construction crews in North Carolina are scheduled to permanently close lanes on a busy section of Interstate 77 north of Charlotte on July 14, 2025, as part of an effort to begin building a massive new 10-lane bridge over the highway.
The work is part of the $249 million widening of N.C. Highway 150 between N.C. 16 in Catawba County and U.S. 21/N.C. 150 in Mooresville in the Lake Norman area.
It also will include improving the I-77 Exit 36 interchange at N.C. 150 in Mooresville.
According to a North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) news release, workers will shut down the right lanes in both directions on the interstate approaching N.C. 150 and traffic will shift to the inside travel lanes. Nightly closures will last from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
A pair of travel lanes will stay open in both directions on the north-south interstate, as will access to and from N.C. 150.
The state transportation agency noted that crews will build additional eastbound lanes on N.C. 150 during the first phase of the overpass work, while the second phase will add westbound lanes, officials said.
“The [third and] final phase will complete the transition to a 160-ft.-wide [overpass] featuring 10 travel lanes, tying in the bridge to the existing roadway and removing the existing bridge,” according to the NCDOT statement.
The overall, 15-mi. expansion of N.C. 150 is needed to ease decades-old congestion and handle future crowding, transportation officials explained.
Blythe Development LLC, a Charlotte-based contractor, will oversee the road project. Construction began in early 2025 and is expected to finish in 2030.
In addition, a 5.5-mi. stretch of N.C. 150 from Greenwood Road in Terrell on the west side of the lake to U.S. 21 on the east side in Mooresville is under construction.
NCDOT also proposes building a continuous flow intersection in the city at the intersection of Williamson and Bluefield roads. In a continuous flow intersection, vehicles turning left across opposing lanes of traffic at a signal-controlled crossover before reaching the intersection.
Elsewhere in the Mooresville area of Iredell County, NCDOT contract crews have begun working to realign and signalize two additional intersections, WCCB-TV in Charlotte reported.
NJR Group Inc. in Albemarle is enhancing safety and upgrading the traffic flow by realigning the junctions of N.C. 150, Wiggins Road and N.C. 152 by adding turn lanes along N.C. 150 and signalizing the intersections.
The $4 million effort is designed to improve sight distances and ease traffic congestion during peak driving hours.
In addition, along Wiggins Road between N.C. 150 and N.C. 152, crews are installing water lines and drainage pipes, clearing land and performing grading and paving operations for the first phase of the project.
Advanced warning and detour signs on the busy corridors have been set up to guide drivers around the closure using N.C. 150 and N.C. 152 until the initial phase of construction is finished and Wiggins Road reopens Fall 2025.
After that portion of the work is complete, lane closures are expected along all three roadways from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays.
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AEDF Celebrates Milestone: 115th High School Program
The AED Foundation (AEDF) announced that Warrick Pathways and Career Center in Booneville, Ind., has become the 115th Recognized High School Program under its national workforce development initiative.
This significant achievement marks a new milestone in the foundation’s ongoing Vision campaign, launched in 2020 to address the skilled technician shortage facing the equipment industry.
“The future of our industry — and our country — depends on today’s youth,” said Bob Brucken, CEO of Diamond Equipment Inc. and AED member. “With AI rapidly evolving, we need bright, driven students to help build our industrial and commercial landscape — and that path doesn’t always require a college degree. Warrick Pathways and centers like it are shaping the future, and Diamond Equipment is proud to support their mission. Skilled trades offer rewarding careers, and we rely on that talent to drive our success. We encourage more schools to partner with the AED Foundation to grow the industry.”
The AED Foundation connects schools, educators and the equipment industry to strengthen the pipeline of future talent. Its success depends on the active support and participation of AED members. The Warrick Pathways and Career Center benefited from many contributors — but especially from the strong involvement of AED member Diamond Equipment, Inc.
In the fall of 2024, Diamond Equipment hosted students from Warrick Pathways and Career Center’s Civil Construction program at its facility, where they had the opportunity to operate a Case CX170E hydraulic excavator equipped with a Hemisphere 3D GPS machine guidance system. Very few of the students had ever been on a machine of that size — much less operated one. They were introduced to the technology used today to help operators dig efficiently and safely.
“The AED Foundation’s ability to connect industry with schools is one of the most powerful tools we have to solve the technician shortage,” said Brian P. McGuire, president of
the AED Foundation. “Our 115th recognized high school isn’t just another number — it represents a real, local partnership that prepares students for in-demand careers and strengthens the workforce pipeline for our industry.”
Since Vision’s inception, the AED Foundation has:
• delivered more than 5,600 technicians through accredited programs;
• certified nearly 5,000 more through industry-aligned testing;
• raised more than $8 million;
• expanded from 5 to 115 recognized high school programs — a more than 20-fold increase in less than five years; and
• added 52 new accredited post-secondary programs to the network Beyond education.
Vision is building a comprehensive support network that includes:
• nearly $10 million in public funding secured to expand Registered Apprenticeships;
• more than $500,000 returned to industry partners through grants;
• more than $200,000 invested in programs introducing youth to equipment industry careers; and
• innovative research such as the joint National Immigration Forum report exploring foreign-born talent solutions.
Since Vision, the AED Foundation has hosted over 75 workforce development events, with 60 more planned for 2025.
For more information, visit aedfoundation.org.
HD Hyundai Announces Merger of Equipment Divisions
HD Hyundai, headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, will merge its construction equipment divisions to create a new company, tentatively named HD Construction Equipment, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
The merger will combine HD Hyundai Infracore and HD Hyundai Construction Equipment. The Hyundai and DEVELON brands will continue to coexist. The two companies operate independently in North America through distinct dealer networks. The independent brand and dealer network structure will remain in place.
Pending shareholder approval and regulatory review, the merger will create a stronger global construction equipment business while maintaining the success for the DEVELON and Hyundai brands in North America.
“While this merger creates a more powerful global entity, we are committed to ensuring stability and continuity for our dealers and customers in North America,” says WH Kim, CEO of DEVELON North America. “Our dealers will continue to work with the same staff they do today and the DEVELON and Hyundai brands will continue to be strong, independent forces in the market.”
The advantages of merging the two companies include the following:
● providing greater price competitiveness through increased scale;
● speeding up innovation in smart and electrified equipment;
● enhancing supply chain efficiency and product quality;
● expanding aftermarket support, including parts and service;
● growing the product lineup, ranging from compact to ultra-large machines; and
● building on the growth of engine sales and aftermarket services.
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The merger will combine HD Hyundai Infracore and HD Hyundai Construction Equipment. The Hyundai and DEVELON brands will continue to coexist.
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Knoxville’s South Waterfront Pedestrian Bridge Moves Ahead
The plan to build a pedestrian bridge over the Tennessee River in Knoxville, Tenn. cleared another hurdle recently amid uncertainty over whether the Trump administration would follow through on federal money promised to make the project happen.
The proposed South Waterfront Pedestrian Bridge is designed to connect the University of Tennessee (UT) campus to property across the river.
City officials were contacted July 2, 2025, by a representative from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to schedule a kickoff meeting to “discuss the project and RAISE grant process, important dates, etc.,” according to a letter obtained by the Knoxville News Sentinel.
The letter represents a promising development after the city was awarded the grant in the final weeks of President Joe Biden’s term. Knoxville officials will now determine a timeline for the $60 million project once its contract with the federal government is finalized, city spokesperson Kristin Farley said.
“The correspondence we received this week is just a next step,” she said. “We remain optimistic that everything around this project will continue to move forward.”
Local leaders quietly wondered if the bridge grant would be among the sweeping cuts made by President Donald Trump’s administration.
Funding for the bridge will come from a variety of sources, including $24.7 million from the new federal grant and another $20 million from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). In addition, Knoxville’s Community Development Corp. will contribute $15 million in tax increment financing money collected on a 750-acre area from Island Home Avenue to Scottish Pike.
Worries Mounted Over BridgeÊs Future
The Trump administration update on the federal funding was a long time coming, the News Sentinel noted.
When city officials were told on Jan. 10, 2025, that they had won the grant, USDOT also said it would send the city the next steps to complete “within the next month.” Knoxville leaders then waited until early July 2025 to get any further information from Washington.
Federal law protects against presidents refusing to spend money already obligated by Congress, but Knoxville’s grant had not actually been obligated, only awarded. The July 2 contact from the USDOT was the next step in that process.
Knoxville’s pedestrian bridge project hinges on a grant from the federal transportation agency distributed through the
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and emphasizes environmental and racial equity initiatives favored by the Biden administration.
After Trump was sworn into his second term, USDOT updated its grant application criteria, eliminating advice to describe how a project helps affordable transportation, pollution, climate change and improving quality of life. For example, the department is targeting projects that improve bicycle infrastructure, according to a report from Transportation For America.
Knoxville officials received a letter April 24 from USDOT warning them against engaging in diversity, equity and inclusion practices, the News Sentinel reported.
“It is the policy of the department to award and to continue to provide federal financial assistance only to those recipients who comply with their legal obligations,” U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said in the letter.
Farley told the Knoxville news source at the time that city officials are “monitoring federal funding and have been in touch with our congressional offices.”
Knoxville applied for the grant under the Biden administration twice before and was denied on each occasion. The second application received a high score, though, allowing the city to resubmit it for reconsideration
without having to make any changes.
The grant was finally awarded after Knoxville seized on a last-minute opportunity to reapply for the federal funds at the end of 2024.
Bridge Changes Pile Up On River
Meanwhile, the future of travel between South Knoxville and the downtown area remains unclear.
City officials closed the nearby Gay Street Bridge in June 2024 after an inspection revealed critical damage. They later announced it would never reopen for vehicles, a huge blow for the 7,000 daily travelers who crossed the 127-year-old structure.
Repairs that will allow pedestrians and bicyclists to use it are under way and will likely be completed by the end of this year, the News Sentinel noted, although they are envisioned as only a short-term fix. Drivers have had to use the Henley Street Bridge and the James White Parkway as alternatives.
A potentially new Gay Street Bridge will require a buy-in from state and federal partners. That could be a tall order, however, considering that a regional partner like the Knoxville Regional Transportation Planning Organization, a federally mandated body that provides comprehensive transportation
planning, already has a long and expensive wait list for projects.
Knoxville’s 2006 South Waterfront Vision Plan was designed to tackle isolation and historic underinvestment in South Knoxville communities. The proposed pedestrian bridge is a central part of that plan and would connect South Knoxville near Clancy Avenue to the UT campus near ThompsonBoling Arena at Food City Center.
Its primary goal is to provide affordable transportation options to and from South Knoxville, as well as open up new construction avenues for the university. The only alternatives to driving to the area are walking or biking on existing highways and bridges, which have traffic counts of more than 32,500 vehicles per day, according to the city’s grant application.
The university is bound by a memorandum of understanding with Knoxville to follow local and state construction guidelines and see the project through.
UT System President Randy Boyd, who grew up in the neighborhood where the bridge will land, told the News Sentinel that he is personally invested in the success of South Knoxville.
“For me, I’m so excited for what [the bridge] is going to do for that part of my hometown,” he said.
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A render of the pedestrian bridge.
Clemson University Is Preparing to Start Work On $80M Parking Garage
Clemson University will soon begin a major $80 million construction project that is expected to alleviate the South Carolina school’s parking problems. It will be the university’s first on-campus parking garage when it opens in just over two years.
Clemson’s Board of Trustees provided initial approval in October 2023 for the design and construction of a multi-level facility in the C-2 parking lot at the corner of Williamson and Perimeter roads.
The proposed building will be located central to the rest of the sprawling campus near the new Nieri Family Alumni and Visitors Center and will provide high-density parking for students, faculty, staff, alumni, visitors, athletic functions and young people taking campus tours.
According to the Seneca Journal on May 6, 2025, through its online site UpstateToday.com, construction fences were installed the day before in the C-2 parking lot ahead of the work — planned to begin in May or June 2025 — with a completion date set for the fall of 2027 when the garage and an accompanying pedestrian bridge are slated to open.
Nearby Nu Street will be available for parking during garage construction, according to the university.
ClemsonÊs Growth Dictates ProjectÊs Need
Plans call for a 432,000-sq.-ft., six-level parking structure with 1,200 spaces. Per university documents, the garage’s pedestrian bridge will provide direct access across Williamson Road to Clemson’s core campus. It also will have elevators and parking access technology.
The future parking facility also will feature two entrances at level one and level four, on-grade pedestrian entrances at levels 1-4 with the pedestrian bridge at level five, two transit hubs to enable transportation directly adjacent to the site and tiered plazas that will connect the structure to the surrounding area.
The construction’s timeline calls for work to begin on the pedestrian bridge’s foundations in the autumn of 2026, with crews starting to build the bridge deck itself during Clemson’s 2026 winter break, according to the university.
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Operations Officer Tony Wagner previously said the university had been considering the need for a parking garage for quite a while as the school continued to grow, according to UpstateToday.com. He noted an earlier parking study that suggested the time was right for a new facility.
“The university parking system is fully utilized as of 2023 with an anticipated enrollment growth rate of 2 percent annually,” according to Clemson documents from two years ago. “It is anticipated that future facility construction, including classrooms, laboratories, housing and campus amenities will displace [the] existing, centrally-located parking supply, further pressuring [the] parking supply.”
Wagner, who announced in February 2025 that he was leaving Clemson to accept a leadership role at the University of Utah, explained in 2023 that his team was meeting with the Tigers athletics department to discuss tailgating plans, which is why part of the university’s budget is to have the garage be “structurally built so that it can handle as much tailgating” as possible on game days.
Wagner Shepherds Project Through Approval Process
The Clemson board of trustees was given design updates on the school’s parking garage at an April 2024 meeting shortly before the board approved the project’s first phase — the design and construction of a six-level parking facility.
At the trustees’ finance and facilities committee meeting, Wagner said the garage was in 30 percent schematic design at that time. While the specifics vary for each project, he added, phase one typically aims to lay out the major design elements and establish a cost and timeline. During this phase, university officials have the opportunity to review the “base layer” or “big picture” version of the drawings.
Phase one’s project budget totals $1.185 million, which will be paid for by parking improvement funds.
While giving an update last year to the board of trustees, Wagner displayed a rendering of the planned parking garage and pointed out various design elements.
“That facade there, the technical name for that is a scrim,” he said. “Scrims are one option for how you screen a parking garage. Ventilation is a big deal in parking garages, so that’s part of what they’re thinking about. We will bring our designs back to the board and make sure that the first parking garage we build on main campus is one that we can all be proud of.”
Volvo CE to Expand Machine Production in North America
Volvo Construction Equipment is making a significant investment to expand production worldwide.
For crawler excavators, three main sites will see approximately $261 million invested to expand crawler excavator production to meet growing customer demands, mitigate supply chain risks and reduce reliance on long-distance logistics. These sites include Shippensburg, Pa.; Changwon, South Korea; and a location in Sweden.
In Shippensburg, Volvo CE will not only add crawler excavator production but also expand wheel loader production to include large wheel loaders. Currently, soil and asphalt compactors and mid-size wheel loaders are manufactured at the Shippensburg factory.
Updates will be made to the existing space within the factory to install assembly lines, integrate more automation technologies into the manufacturing process and train employees, with the goal to be production-ready in the first half of 2026.
Investment Aims to Bolster Global Machine Availability
In a rapidly evolving market, strategically enhancing production capacity and flexibility will allow the OEM to meet current and future customer demands more effectively, according to Melker Jernberg, head of Volvo CE.
“We must respond to growing demand and we’re excited to expand our facilities to serve our customers better,” said Jernberg. “This investment underscores our commitment to quality and innovation, allowing us to deliver even greater value.”
By expanding production capabilities in key markets, Volvo CE will reduce dependency on any single site and become less reliant on long-distance logistics. Supply chain risks also will be mitigated by expanding domestic supplier bases, allowing the OEM to more nimbly manage any economic or regulatory challenges.
Phase two of the new Clemson project was OK’d by its board of trustees in July 2024.
According to the university, as the new building project progresses, its transit bus stops will remain in their current locations. The existing bus stop on Nu Street will still service the purple route, and the stop on Williamson Road will also continue to function; however, its shelter will be moved to service the Nu Street stop.
Also, the new green route (a campus connector) will stop at the Williamson Road bus stop to help connect the Clyde V. Madren Center and the Nieri Family Alumni and Visitors Center to Clemson’s main campus.
Jernberg said that fostering collaboration with local suppliers and customers will better position the company for sustained growth and innovation without compromising the high standards that Volvo CE equipment is known for.
Reduced Lead Times, Improved Supply
“Bringing excavator production to North America and growing the range of wheel loader models built here has always been part of our long-term industrial plan, so it’s exciting to finally share this news with our employees, dealers and customers,” said Scott Young, head of region North America. “This increase in production capacity means that over 50 percent of our North American machine supply can be built here in Shippensburg, resulting in shorter lead times while also creating opportunities for supplier growth.”
Volvo CE acquired the Shippensburg site in 2007 from Ingersoll Rand and relocated its regional headquarters there in 2012. On top of recent investments, Volvo CE will invest approximately $40 million locally over the next five years. Today’s announcement is a win for central Pennsylvania, as it shows the company’s continued commitment to the local community and its economic vitality.
NCDOT Rebuilds Helene-Damaged Bridge in Marion, N.C.
It has been about nine months since Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina, devastating the region with floodwaters that wiped out homes and damaged businesses.
In the McDowell County town of Marion, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains 36 mi. east of Asheville, one of the area’s key employers was significantly impacted by the rain and storm surge from the hurricane rampage on Sept. 27, 2024.
Baxter International, a Deerfield, Ill.-based healthcare company, is the largest manufacturer of intravenous and peritoneal dialysis solutions in the United States, meaning healthcare groups and patients were critically impacted by the plant’s closure due to the damage from Helene.
The company’s 1.4 million-sq.-ft. North Cove facility, in the mountains north of Marion, suffered flooding severe enough to shut down the plant for several weeks before quickly beginning to get back up to speed in October when it restarted a key manufacturing line, WCNC-TV in Charlotte reported June 19, 2025.
Ten days after the hurricane passed, the first of two temporary bridges was erected, according to Baxter’s website, with a second structure installed on Nov. 7, 2025.
A temporary access road also was established to enable deliveries and repairs.
Now, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) reported that another major milestone is in sight for Baxter.
On June 19, 2025, the agency posted on both Facebook and X that workers have started building a permanent bridge replacement over the North Fork Catawba River, adjacent to
the Baxter site, which connects the plant to U.S. Highway 221.
NCDOT said that contract crews are working to have the permanent bridge built by Halloween, with one of the temporary bridges removed by Thanksgiving. The department also noted Baxter’s importance in healthcare by mentioning the fact the company makes more than 60 percent of all IV fluids in the United States.
Temporary Bridges Help Baxter to Quickly Resume Operations
The logistics facility’s closure had hospitals and other healthcare groups across the country on edge, according to
WCNC-TV. Baxter CEO José E. Almeida swore to spare no resource — human or financial — to resume production.
Indeed, with the temporary roads and bridges built, Baxter was quickly able to welcome its first 1,000 employees back to the facility on Oct. 14, 2024, and a week later, the company completed deep cleaning within its production rooms. As a result, its first high-throughput IV solutions manufacturing line was able to restart by the end of that month.
In December 2024, Baxter reported that some of its manufacturing lines were nearing pre-hurricane levels of production, roughly 85 percent of the plant’s capacity. At the time, the company estimated that full pre-hurricane levels would be reached early in the first quarter of 2025.
In late January 2025, all manufacturing lines were restarted, and pre-hurricane production capacity was finally restored Feb. 17, 2025.
Among other measures, the company said it has worked with the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to extend expiry dates for over 50 IV and irrigation products. Baxter also set up a temporary employee support center to help with immediate needs and was able to account for all of its 2,500-plus employees in McDowell County.
In addition, the manufacturer donated more than $4 million for hurricane relief.
“Supporting our employees in the impacted communities, bringing the North Cove facility back online and helping to ensure ongoing supply to patients were our top priorities,” the healthcare company said in a fact sheet. “We invested more than 2.5 million hours in recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.”
Equipment Theft’s Rising Cost, What Data Demands
July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, which offers our industry a crucial opportunity to understand the growing issue of equipment theft and how its data is driving change.
Recent reporting indicates that instances of equipment theft are on the rise — creating new challenges on job sites and driving up costs for operators, contractors and business owners. Let’s drill down into this data to better understand why enhanced security solutions, like Bobcat’s Machine IQ and other telematics systems, are now more important than ever for machine/ fleet protection.
• $1 Billion: The estimate annual loss from equipment theft on construction and farm sites.
The National Equipment Register estimates the average cost of a single instance of equipment theft is $30,000. This does not even include consideration for loss of productivity from shutdowns or delays that stem from instances of theft.
• 36 percent of construction site thefts involve wheeled and track loaders*
Equipment that is easy to move, valuable and re-sellable makes ideal targets
on unsecured job sites. Wheeled and tracked loaders sometimes share universal keys or lack immobilizers, and without real-time monitoring, can go unnoticed until the crew arrives the next day.
• 21 percent of stolen construction equipment gets recovered.
Only 21 percent of stolen construction equipment gets recovered**. This means targeted operators, contractors and business owners incur additional costs as they rebuild their fleets through new investments or rental. Furthermore, stolen equipment can result in disruption to cash flow, extended timelines and increased project budgets, and an insurance premium increase after filing a claim.
*Reported by Sirix, Construction Site Theft Statistics, 2023.**Reported by the National Equipment Register, Verisk Insurance Solutions and the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), 2016.
While there are a variety of factors that can impact the likelihood of equipment theft — such as work site location or lack of adequate surveillance — enhancing security measures and improving asset tracking may help deter potential thieves.
(Article courtesy of Bobcat.)
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An aerial photo of the repaired bridge in Marion, N.C.
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Recent reporting indicates that instances of equipment theft are on the rise — creating new challenges on job sites and driving up costs for operators, contractors and business owners.
BEST PARTS ALL IN ONE PLACE ALL IN B N HE BE O T PAART EST P TS
Check Multiple Areas When Transporting Your Equipment
Check Your Risk at the Door
Thompson Tractor advises customers to start the hauling process by performing a documented risk assessment.
In an article on the company website, Thompson defined risk assessments as “preemptive compliance documents.” These documents help contractors show how detailed and thorough their fleet management processes are.
“They can be done by a senior manager or supervisor, containing the total operation and transportation timeline and its weight loads.”
Inspecting the hauling capacity of the transport vehicle — truck or trailer — is the next task to be completed. Assess tire condition for pressure.
“Multi-ton machines take a toll on tire air pressure and will quickly deflate any that are already weak,” said Thompson.
The truck or trailer’s front and rear brake lights should work without a hitch, stressed the company. Like tires, brakes can be affected by oversized loads, compromising their effectiveness. It’s key to assure brake functions and components are working.
Tie-down points should be checked for the load’s required point number, securement condition and spacing, said Thompson.
“Most states’ standards mandate a minimum of four tiedown points for loads exceeding 10,000 lbs.”
Each tie-down point must have its own binder or boomer and individual chains connected to trailer hitch points.
“These boomers are responsible for supplying the tension to tighten the actual chain connection,” said Thompson, “and … should be inspected themselves.”
Finally, confirm the tie-down working load limits add up to at least half of the total weight of the load, advised Thompson.
“Any machine with attachments or appendages must have those attachments dislodged and separately secured.”
That means, then, a minimum of five tie-down points.
Loading Equipment Is No Walk in the Park
When it comes to safely loading heavy equipment, remember that a load is only as strong as its weakest link, stressed Thompson.
“Weak links often happen because the process was rushed or done halfheartedly,” said the equipment dealer.
There are actually “a few more points of consideration to ensure you reliably and legally transport heavy cargo,” Thompson said in the website article.
Here are the safety measures the dealer suggests contractors refer to for secure loading operations:
1. Designate Responsibilities
“You’ll need someone to drive the equipment onto the deck … [and] a spotter to deliver hand signals and direct the driver up the ramp and onto the trailer bed.”
That’s because the equipment operator will more than likely not have a clear line of sight to do so themselves, said Thompson.
“No drifting personnel or other vehicles should interrupt loading operations, which are generally unsafe to stop once they have started.”
2. Clean the Ramp and Trailer
Ramps and trailer decks should be as dirt-, oil- and debrisfree as possible, especially if they are metal, Thompson advised.
“This ensures the piece of loading equipment has as much traction as possible to move up its ramp.”
A clean ramp and trailer bed also should be dry and clear of ice, snow and water, noted the company.
“If you are still concerned about equipment smoothly moving up ramps, consider employing ramp friction devices
during this step.”
3. Clear and Level the Loading Area
Thompson advises contractors to pick an uninhabited and even space to set up the ramp and perform heavy equipment loading.
Also, ensure the actual ground in the loading area is compact enough to bear the total weight of the loaded trailer, Thompson said in its website article.
“After rain or during seasons with thaw, the combined weight of these two vehicles can cause sinkage.”
4. Begin the Machine/Ramp Line-Up
Slow and steady are key to machine/ramp line-up, with the driver in the cab and a spotter positioned in plain view. Only then should the operator begin driving the heavy equipment up the cleared ramp and onto the transportation vehicle’s deck.
“Note that the machine’s center of gravity will shift during this ramp movement,” said Thompson.
“This is the most dangerous part of the loading process, with the equipment’s weight caught momentarily in a point of limbo.” Just keep moving gradually.
When appropriately positioned on deck, most of the equipment’s weight should be distributed toward the front of the trailer to avoid fishtailing en route.
5. Start Chaining Down Heavy Equipment
The contractor absolutely must check state laws on securing heavy equipment during public highway transportation, advised Thompson.
While the four to five tie-down points are near-universal, each state has additional oversized cargo restrictions and regulations to respect.
“With the heavy equipment safely positioned on the deck, you can initiate one of the most critical steps … tying it down.”
Federal, State Funding Includes $100M From ARPA
Funding for this project is via a combination of federal and state funding sources, including $100 million from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). Other funding includes state general obligation bonds, National Highway Performance Program funding and state cash.
Additional plans for the existing bridge call for the structure to be transformed into a linear park to be added to the state park inventory, complementing the area’s commitment to pedestrian/bicycling activities with the existing network of paths along the river.
The linear park, to be managed by the state’s Office of Culture, Recreation and Tourism (CRT), will be a tourist attraction and an asset to the community, and the first of its kind in Louisiana. It is currently being designed, and design concepts will be presented to the community via a public meeting.
The prime contractor for the project is Primoris HeavyCivil (formerly known as James Construction Group), one of two to submit a proposal for the project, and selected by LA DOTD administration for feasibility, level of detailed planning and scope, among other factors. The project engineer is Bruce Easterly of BEAST Engineering. There are 22 subcontractors on the job site including Specialty Trackhoe and Dozer, Boh Bros. Construction Co., EMS Electric, Nation Services Company, Earnest Contracting, CEC Inc, Coastal and Highway Erosion Inc. and FBL and Associates.
There are approximately 17 crews from the various contractors working here in addition to the numerous on-site inspection crews from three different consultants — FBL and Associates Inc., Tolunay-Wong Engineers Inc. and Volkert Inc. — who also are an integral part of the daily operations of the project, providing design, surveying and engineering services on various aspects.
“The building of the new four-lane bridge includes the construction of a temporary trestle bridge that is being used to move large equipment out onto the water. Construction of cofferdams, driving bridge piling and widening/realignment of the existing LA 511 roadway on either side of the bridge is also part of the job,” said Erin Buchanan of LADOTD. “This will involve new pavement and raised median islands all along LA 511 to enhance traffic flow
Funding for this project is via a combination of federal and state funding sources, including $100 million from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA).
and access. In addition to pile driving, future work on the bridge includes construction of all types of components, including girders, caps and bridge deck.”
The entire length of the project is about 1.6 mi., which includes the length of LA 511 that is being rebuilt on each side of the bridge. Construction is on schedule and is conducted using a design-build method, so the design and construction phases are carried out simultaneously while expediting the overall project timeline.
The contractor has completed construction of the temporary trestle bridge and has begun driving the initial bridge pilings. Detours are limited and brief and have not had a significant impact on the area during construction so far. There have been no safety concerns for the work zone. Daily safety briefings are held with employees, as the safety of both the construction crews and the traveling public are top priority.
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Construction work began in May 2024, with a groundbreaking ceremony hosted August 2024 on the Shreveport side. Weather permitting, the project will be completed by 2028.
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The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) is on schedule to complete work on the $361 million Jimmie Davis Bridge project over the Red River on LA 511.
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The bridge, which connects south Caddo and Bossier Parishes, will be a new four-lane bridge, constructed immediately north of the existing two-lane bridge that was originally built in 1968.
SECTIONAttachments
Blue Diamond Introduces New HDX Series Attachments
The HDX Series includes both root grapples and grapple buckets, engineered to make easy work of land clearing, landscaping, debris removal and storm cleanup projects.
Blue Diamond Attachments has announced the launch of its HDX Series Grapples, a new addition to the lineup between their current HD and Severe Duty Grapples.
The new units are specifically designed for midsized skid steer loaders, CTLs and tractors up to 75 hp. The HDX Series includes both root grapples and grapple buckets, engineered to make easy work of land clearing, landscaping, debris removal and storm cleanup projects. Blue Diamond’s HDX Series grapples deliver the performance and efficiency of a commercial grapple, all while saving you time and money, according to Blue Diamond.
A key advantage of Blue Diamond HDX Series grapples is the wide opening which allows the operator to grab bulkier items in one load. Uneven or awkward material are stable and secured by the independent acting top clamps that have commercial grade hydraulic cylinders for maximum clamping force, according ot Blue Diamond. The updated and heavier construction of the new series also means they can handle rugged use on midsized machines, making them a cost-effective long-term investment, according to Blue Diamond.
The HDX Series root grapples and grapple buckets feature enhanced design elements that take
the overall performance and versatility of the attachments to new levels. These include:
• stronger cylinder protection covers;
• a fully welded cylinder for increased clamping force;
• thicker ¼-in. tubing in the frame weldment;
• pivot point grease fittings;
• enhanced hose protection; and
• dual top clamps for load stability.
“We added the HDX Series grapples to our full lineup to fill a gap in the market for a site cleanup attachment that meets the needs of contractors and landowners looking to work in that 75 horsepower range,” said Drew Truan, CEO of Blue Diamond Attachments. “We listened to those customers and developed this new series, so they had what they need, when they need it. We believe the HDX Series will become the go-to grapples throughout North America.”
The new HDX Series open to 32 in., are 37 in. deep from front to back, and have 72 in. working width.
All Blue Diamond HDX Series grapples come with Blue Diamond’s satisfaction guarantee and are backed by a one year warranty.
For more information, visit bluediamondattachments.com.
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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.
SECTION Trucks & Trailers
Felling Trailers Announces Ivy’s Legacy as Its ‘Trailer for a Cause’ 2025 Beneficiary
Felling Trailers Inc. announced Ivy’s Legacy Foundation as the beneficiary of the 13th annual 2025 Trailer for a Cause auction.
This tradition involves auctioning a custom FT-3 utility trailer online, with 100 percent of the winning bid donated to the selected nonprofit organization.
Over the past 13 years, Felling Trailers’ Trailer for a Cause auction has raised more than $51,000 for nonprofit organizations, including ACT on ALZ-Alzheimer’s, Lymphoma Research Foundation, Minnesota Fire Fighters Foundation, Eagle’s Healing Nest and Backing the Blue. Felling Trailers’ goal is to raise awareness about various nonprofits making a difference while supporting vital work.
The 2025 Trailer for a Cause auction beneficiary, Ivy’s Legacy Foundation, was selected by the Felling Trailers’ employees in the form of a vote. Team members cast their votes for the organization of their choice in late spring this year. When the last of the votes were tallied, Ivy’s Legacy Foundation held the popular vote.
“It is absolutely amazing to be the selected organization; we feel very honored,” said Nicki Vogt, founder of Ivy’s Legacy Foundation. “Ivy’s Legacy Foundation has been assisting families in central Minnesota for over a decade. As it celebrated its tenth year of helping families in need a few months ago, we are honored to acknowledge that this organization has also supported members of our team and their friends and extended families.”
“It’s comforting to know local organizations like Ivy’s Legacy Foundation exist to step up when tribulations present themselves,” said Brenda Jennissen, president of Felling Trailers, Inc.
Ivy’s Legacy Foundation is a Sauk Centre, Minn.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families who have fallen on hard times. The foundation provides various forms of assistance, including financial support for medical bills and funeral expenses; grieving baskets for parents who’ve lost a baby; chemo baskets for cancer patients; and memorial services. As a 100 percent volunteer-run organization, Ivy’s Legacy Foundation has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for families throughout central Minnesota and beyond.
“We understand that life can bring unexpected challenges and struggles,” said Vogt. “We hope that, through donations, we can extend our roots of love and branches of hope to even more families in our area who really need it.”
A late Fall 2025 auction is being planned for Trailer for a Cause. Leading up to the auction, Felling Trailers will collaborate with Ivy’s Legacy Foundation to raise awareness about the work they do and the families and community members they serve throughout central Minnesota and beyond.
For more information, visit www.felling.com.
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HIPOWER Releases Trailer for HRIW-25, HRIW-45 Generators
HIPOWER introduced a new integrated trailer design — engineered exclusively for the T4F HRIW-25 and HRIW-45 diesel generator units.
The new offering reflects HIPOWER’s ongoing commitment to innovation, operational efficiency and real-world usability for rental fleets and jobsite needs.
This trailer’s redesign is focused on practicality and performance. Key features of the new integrated trailer include:
• Reduced footprint: The compact design saves space on-site and in storage, offering greater maneuverability;
• Increased fuel capacity: Operators benefit from extended runtime and fewer refueling stops, maximizing productivity;
• Cost-effective construction: Designed with value in mind, this trailer enhances total cost of ownership without compromising durability;
• Folding tongue: A smart feature that facilitates easier and safer storage, while improving logistics;
• Optimized transportability: The reduced length and folding tongue allow more units per truck bed, significantly lowering transportation costs; and
• Improved stability: Outfitted with five stabilization jacks — a major upgrade from the standard two — for increased safety and balance in demanding environments.
This integrated trailer solution is the result of direct feedback from field operators and rental companies looking for smarter solutions in mobile power. With more compactness, greater autonomy and better transport efficiency, this new design ensures the HRIW-25 and HRIW-45 units are more job-ready than ever.
For more information, visit hipowersystems.com.
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Aggregate Production and Recycling Section
CDE Plant Ushers in New Era for 75-Year Old Family Business
For almost three quarters of a century, the Duff family has produced and supplied crushed limestone, sand and gravel to all of west-central Ohio.
As the multi-generational family enterprise approaches its landmark 75th year in business, a new CDE wash plant, capable of processing up to 300 tons per hour (tph) of sand and aggregate, has been commissioned at the company’s Lewistown, Ohio, sand and gravel site.
“It’s an investment in the future of the business and in the future of the mineral production industry in the state,” said Ross Duff, president of Duff Sand and Gravel Inc. and vice president of Duff Quarry Inc. “It’s about honoring the history and heritage of our business and continuing that good work, ensuring we’re equipped and resourced to meet future challenges head on, and that we extract and utilize every valuable grain from our deposits. In short, it’s about longevity.”
Ohio On Top
In 2023, Ohio was ranked as one of the leading construction sand and gravel producing states, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Of the 920 million tons of sand and gravel produced last year, the top 10 states by production volume accounted for more than 50 percent of the total combined output.
Similarly, USGS data shows Ohio as a top producer of crushed stone. Last year, an estimated 1.5 billion tons were produced. The 10 leading states, which included Ohio, accounted for more than half of the total output (54 percent).
An essential industry to support the continued economic development of the state, the Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association (OAIMA), where Duff serves as an active board member, estimates raw mineral production in the state to be valued at more than $1 billion, employing more than 5,000 directly and up to 40,000 indirectly through associated construction activity, transportation and more.
Preferred Supplier
Duff Quarry first discovered CDE at ConExpo-Con/AGG in 2020, where the
washing experts left a lasting impression on the family enterprise.
“We believed technology of this kind was beyond our reach,” Duff said. “It was everything we needed and more. When we left that show, we left with an impression of CDE and its equipment that would stay with us for the next few years. We knew it would be a major investment — one of the largest in the history of the company — but we knew just how impactful it could be.” It would be another three years before the two companies would meet again at ConExpo-Con/AGG in 2023.
“By then, we were ready to move forward with this project, and CDE was still the preferred supplier all those years later,” said Duff. “That second show just strengthened our resolve to bring this project to life with CDE by our side.”
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FAE Unveils New Fixed-Tooth Mulcher With Bite Limiter
FAE introduced the new BL0/EX-100.
The BL0/EX is one of the smallest fixedtooth mulchers on the market, capable of shredding light vegetation, shrubs and trees up to 3 in. in diameter, according to FAE. It can be used for maintenance along roadsides and railroad tracks, on the banks of canals, rivers and lakes, to manage and protect wildlife habitats and for the upkeep of commercial parks and sports grounds.
The head is designed for high productivity, durability and easy maintenance, according to FAE.
Bite Limiter technology makes this head ideal for high productivity vegetation management, with reliably efficient shredding. The Bite Limiter rotor comes with wear-resistant steel profiles that limit the reach (bite) of the teeth. This cuts down on power demand and encourages a consistent working speed, for performance when shredding any kind of wood. The Bite Limiter technology also minimizes rotor stalling and helps optimize fuel consumption.
The BL0/EX’s direct drive motor minimizes maintenance and facilitates an extremely com-
pact design for better maneuverability. The head’s clean profile and compact build are further enabled by the hydraulic block with flow regulator valve built into the motor, as well as the thumb bracket in the frame.
The new BL0/EX can be equipped with BL/MINI blades or C/3/MINI teeth and is available in working widths of BL0/EX-50, BL0/EX-75 and now BL0/EX-100.
For more information, visit faegroup.com
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FAE introduced the new BL0/EX-100. FAE photo
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Duff Quarry Discovers CDE at 2020
Engineering for Duff Quarry
Ronan Duffy, CDE business development manager, said the solution engineered for Duff Quarry is born from proven solutions and designed specifically for its Huntsville, Ohio, quarry.
“Material gradings can vary from one day to the next, so any solution needs to be approached with real understanding of the customer, their needs and the material to be processed,” said Duffy. “A full site audit, including material testing in our lab, helped inform and develop the best possible solution for Duff Quarry as they begin washing material for the very first time. Equipment specification, site layout — it’s all considered in order to create an optimized site workflow that can help accelerate return on investment.”
The final solution includes CDE’s AggMax scrubbing and classification system, which combines pre-screening, washing, scrubbing, lightweight and organics removal and sizing on a compact chassis to produce a range of washed and graded aggregates ready for market straight from the belt, according to the company.
Alongside this, CDE’s M4500 modular sand washing plant, which integrates feeding, screening, washing and stockpiling, features customizable cut point control and patented Infinity technology to deliver consistent in-spec sand products, according to CDE.
“Seeing the first containers arrive on site for the build, that was pretty neat,” Duff said.
Increased Production
Processing up to 300 tph, the new CDE plant is helping Duff Quarry produce more material per year to better meet the demands
of the local construction market through proven design, efficient processing and optimized operations, according to the company.
A major construction boom is under way in central Ohio where the now $28 billion development of two Intel semiconductor manufacturing plants — the single largest private sector investment in the history of the state — is continuing at pace. A further $90 million has been committed by the Ohio Department of Transportation to improve and enhance infrastructure around the facility.
This is in addition to continued work on the development of a new lithium-ion EV battery plant in Jeffersonville, Ohio, as part of a $3.5 billion joint venture between LG Energy Solutions and Honda.
“Within a matter of hours of booting up the plant, material testing showed concrete sand output to be perfectly in-spec,” Duffy said.
The plant is producing a range of construction materials, including C33 coarse concrete sand, fine sand and three different aggregate fractions: 1-2-in., #57 stone and pea gravel.
“I was amazed,” Duff said. “The result was immediate. Right from the starting block we were producing great looking stockpiles. The plant is making sure we have a constant supply of concrete sand for our six ready-mix plants.”
Adaptable
Since initial commissioning in June last year, the geology and material quality of the limestone deposit at the company’s operation in Huntsville has changed significantly, but Duff said the CDE plant has been able to adjust easily to the new conditions.
“We’ve been extracting here for almost 75 years now. It’s a large deposit about 400 feet
deep, and it spans an area of approximately 400 acres. Given its size and scale, we know that the make-up of the material is going to vary and, down through the years, we’ve invested in new equipment and adapted our operation in response to this,” he said.
The deposit continues to evolve even today.
“It’s a different deposit now to what it was at the outset of this very partnership — however now we’re equipped with a CDE plant,” said Duff. “We’re really impressed by the adaptability of the plant and just how little intervention is needed from our side to make the necessary adjustments in response to variations in the material we’re processing.
“That versatility is keeping us up and running. It’s keeping us competitive and profitable.”
For more information, visit CDEGroup.com.
Duff Quarry first discovered CDE at ConExpo-Con/AGG in 2020, where the washing experts left a lasting impression on the family enterprise.
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Quarry
CDE photo
The plant is producing a range of construction materials, including C33 coarse concrete sand, fine sand and three different aggregate fractions: 1-2-in., #57 stone and pea gravel.
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FROM REDUCTION TO SHAPING
Barford
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EvoQuip Launches Its First Trommel
EvoQuip announced the launch of its first trommel, the Osprey 616.
This compact recycling trommel expands the EvoQuip product portfolio to provide customers with a versatile and efficient solution for screening applications.
Designed with small to mediumsized operations with limited space in mind, the Osprey 616 screens materials such as compost, biomass, soil, gravel and waste. A key feature of the Osprey 616 is its 180-degree radial fines conveyor, which delivers
exceptional stockpiling capacity, according to EvoQuip.
The Osprey 616 has a discharge height of up to 15 ft.-4 in.
Furthermore, the conveyor’s swivel function can be operated via remote control while the machine is running, eliminating unnecessary downtime and maximizing productivity.
“The introduction of the Osprey 616, the first trommel in our range is a significant milestone for EvoQuip,” said Andrew Armstrong, product manager of EvoQuip. “We are
thrilled to offer our customers the same focus on quality, durability and ease of use that defines the entire EvoQuip range. The Osprey 616 has a compact design and innovative features, such as the remote-controlled swiveling conveyor and compact transport dimensions to make it an ideal solution for businesses looking to enhance their screening capabilities in space-constrained environments.”
The Osprey 616 is available to order now for 2025.
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DEVELON North America Appoints Woohyun Kim as Its New CEO
Woohyun Kim has been appointed CEO of DEVELON North America (HD Hyundai Infracore North America) and the DEVELON brand of heavy and compact construction equipment.
Kim brings extensive experience in leadership, sales and finance to his new role.
“I look forward to building on our success in North America and growing the DEVELON brand,” Kim said. “We’ve made significant progress in recent years, changing the brand and expanding our construction equipment lineup. We will continue to grow with reliable and productive heavy and compact equipment, with the help of our more than 200 dealers in the United States and Canada.”
Most recently, Kim served as director of sales operation and programs for the DEVELON brand.
From January 2023 to December
2024, he was the director of commercial planning and sales operations. In that capacity, he helped lead sales plan-
ning, product management, financial planning and remarketing. In addition, he was responsible for opening the new North American Customer Utilization Plant near Savannah, Ga.
Kim’s career with Doosan and then HD Hyundai Infracore spans 25 years in sales, business management and human resources. His roles included sales and leadership positions in Seoul, South Korea; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; and Atlanta, Ga. He began his career with Doosan in December 2001 as a human resources manager.
“Woohyun’s sales and leadership positions in the past two decades will culminate in his new strategic role in North America,” said Jaeyoung Moon, head of the construction machinery business division of HD Hyundai Infracore.
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Raleigh Scraps Its Plan to Expand Six Forks Road Due to Budget Concerns
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The entire project is expected to be finished by Summer 2026.
Raleigh Abandons Six Forks Road Plan
After a decade of work and already having spent more than $9 million, North Carolina’s capital city will no longer expand part of Six Forks Road, the Raleigh News & Observer reported.
Voters approved a 2017 transportation bond that, among other projects, included widening 2 mi. of Six Forks Road, which travels through Raleigh’s North Hills section. The project had been running over budget, leaving the city without a viable way to pay for it.
Kenneth Ritchie, Raleigh’s assistant transportation director, told the News & Observer that there is “no feasible way for us to deliver on the original vision and … the original intent of the Six Forks Road corridor.”
Instead, the city council voted unanimously on July 1, 2025, to reallocate the money budgeted for the roadway expansion to fill approximately 500 ft. of missing sidewalk near Carroll Middle School and add intersection and pedestrian crossing safety improvements to the area.
Any remaining funds will go to other projects that have been scaled down due to escalating costs.
“Unfortunately, the math is the math,” said Raleigh City Council member Corey Branch. “And we just don’t have
the dollars.”
The Six Forks Road project had been discussed and planned for more than a decade, according to the News & Observer. A study of the street in 2012 led to recommendations in 2016. The next year, the Raleigh City Council sought additional public engagement before voting on a proposal in 2018.
The original cost of expanding a 2-mi.-long stretch of Six Forks Road from Rowan Street to Lynn Road and add separated bicycle and pedestrian paths was estimated to cost $31.3 million. The project also called for improving street lighting, landscaping, stormwater and transit stops. The funding was to come from local 2013 and 2017 transportation bonds.
Design work began in 2020, after which the city learned that real estate easements and construction costs were much higher than expected. The News & Observer reported in 2023 that the project was running $56 million over budget. City leaders agreed to scale back the project to only a single mile of roadway between Rowan Street and Millbrook Road, near North Hills, and add a combined path for bikes and pedestrians. That cost was estimated at $56.1 million. Then, earlier this year, municipal officials were told the project was, once again, over budget. It would now cost $93.5 million, or a 67 percent increase, due to “growing construction costs and the real estate market,” the Raleigh newspaper previously reported.
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New Four-Lane Bridge Replaces Old Two-Lane, Due to Complete By 2028
Buchanan shared that the community has been in support of this project since its development began many years ago, participating in numerous public meetings to provide feedback during the development process. More than 27,000 vehicles per day cross the existing bridge structure, often creating congestion and delays, particularly during peak travel times. The bridge also is nearly 60 years old, and although maintained well, still in need of modernization to address present-day transportation needs.
Embankment, soil cement, crushed stone, asphalt concrete, drainage pipe and basins, streets lighting systems, bridge concrete and steel and concrete and steel bridge girders are some of the materials being used in the project.
For the roadway work, typical construction equipment is being used, such as excavators and dozers; stabilizers for soil cement; rollers of various sizes; and asphalt pavers. For the bridge work, the contractor is using multiple cranes; diesel hammers for pile driving; augers for the pilot holes; drill rigs for the drilled shafts; concrete pump trucks to deliver the concrete to the structural units; sheet piles for shoring along the edges of the river; barges and tugs to work from the water; and the trestle bridge that was constructed in order to build some of the river structures.
“Though the barges may not seem specialized, most construction projects do not involve working on barges, so this is a somewhat unique operation. The trestle bridges themselves are also specialized in their own manner, built specifically for the terrain of the riverbanks, and with enough room on the decks for both equipment and materials,” Buchanan said, addressing some of the challenges a project of this nature presents.
The bridge is being built over the Red River, which is a large, swiftly flowing body of water that often fluctuates in elevation and can present an obstacle for certain opera-
tions, such as bridge construction. The river poses another obstacle because of the need to work from barges. Building any type of structure on the Red River requires permitting from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to proceed and this process can be lengthy and involved.
“Another challenge is the management of traffic on not only LA 511, but also on the two parkways that run parallel to the Red River, connecting with the bridge via on and off ramps on both the Bossier City and Shreveport sides. These parkways also have pedestrian and bicycle paths that are heavily used on each side of the river near the bridge itself,” Buchanan said. “Ensuring the public remains informed of construction progress is also a challenge but a critical component of a successful project. While the community was in support of the project from the beginning, it’s still vital that updates are issued in a timely manner, and any concerns are addressed adequately and thoroughly.”
As for the next stages of this bridge replacement/rehabilitation project, once all the piles are driven and stabilized, the bridge caps will be poured and placed on top of the piles. Caps help disperse pressure to the piles below and act as supports. After the caps, the girders will be installed, and extend from each bent to the next, also helping to disperse pressure as loads cross the structure.
The final component will be the bridge deck, which makes up the driving surface. This, along with safety railing and barriers, will comprise the last of the major construction elements for the superstructure.
The widening and realignment of LA 511 also will continue into subsequent phases while bridge work moves forward. LA DOTD has regular updates on the latest construction work on both the project website and their social media channels along with any advisories for commuters regarding impacts to traffic. CEG
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LA 511 also is being widened and re-aligned on both sides of the bridge so that the roadway is appropriately aligned to the new bridge structure.
Use These Safety Measures When Securing Iron for Transport
Three chaining concerns are:
• Tight, secure chains: Your chain should have no room for movement. Equipment shouldn’t be able to bounce or shift during transport.
• Properly located tie-down points: Most manufacturers will create labels for the tie-down points to make them easier to follow. Be especially careful if these are by a machine’s hydraulic hoses, cylinders or brake components, though. Thompson noted that tying down heavy equipment at appropriate points prevents equipment damage and ensures the tightest, most compliant links.
• Adequately matched chain and hook binder grades: If you look closely at every four or five chain links, you’ll find a number etched into the metal. Cross-reference that number with the one printed on the boomer handle, ensuring they’re aligned.
“The sum of the working load limits of all your tie-down components must equal at least 50 percent of the weight of the cargo,” said Thompson. “Always ensure the chain’s grade and working load limit don’t exceed the boomers’ listed limit.
Additional reminders include:
• All chains should be fastened linearly, with downward force, with no horizontal twists, bends or angles.
• No slack. Wrap the excess chain around the rest of the link so it won’t come loose.
• At least four chains in use. Use two connecting to the trailer’s front corners and two to the trailer’s back corners.
• Always review chain and hook sizes. Guarantee they’re
complementary and tight, not mismatched.
More Than Just Reversing the Order
Safely unloading construction equipment rounds out the compliant transportation process, said Thompson.
Before your transportation vehicle arrives and the equipment is unloaded, inspect the designated unloading area to ensure it’s clear and ready for unloading. Uneven loading grounds and slick ramps can make unloading more challenging than expected. Do more than just clear any obstacles, debris or dirt.
Personnel also should be aware of cargo schedules, so only relevant crew members are present when heavy equipment arrives, advised Thompson.
Once your transport vehicle arrives, guide it to the correct unloading site. Have the unloading ramp ready for deployment. But do conduct an additional visual inspection to ensure the loading ramp is clean and ready to go.
Once the ramp is ready, line it up with the back of the trailer bed as accurately as possible, advised Thompson.
“You won’t have time to reposition once the machinery starts backing up,” the Cat dealer added. “Once you have everything in place, conduct a final walkthrough to better understand your equipment’s condition.”
Check the hitches and tires. Review tasks with personnel, appointing an equipment operator and spotter before breaking down tie points.
“Look at the condition of the tie points before you move forward with the unloading,” advised Thompson. “A shifted load can create a hazard.”
If you’ve found that the load has shifted, hold off on undoing any chains or straps until you create a customized unloading plan.
After the walkthrough and confirmation that everything is in good order, slowly release tie-bounds and chains, Thompson said.
Begin one at a time, starting in the rear corners. If any chains are wrapped around the links, unravel them and loosen them with their wrench boomers.
“Use caution when starting this process since any chains can still be tight or pressurized,” said the company. Moving too quickly can cause a chain to snap.
“As you unload equipment, remember to take it slowly and to keep a safe distance between the spotter and the machinery,” advised the equipment provider.
In unloading, the operator’s visibility can decrease until the equipment is fully unloaded. Ensure the spotter is positioned in a highly visible but safe area.
Other personnel should vacate the unloading site until the machinery has finished unloading.
All eyes should be on removing the rig from the transport truck, stressed Thompson.
Finally, complete one last ground inspection of all equipment, the transport vehicle, anchor points and tools before sending everyone on their way.
The contractor also should document the conclusion of the transport — and pat yourself on the back for successfully completing the safe and legal transport of heavy cargo,” said Thompson. CEG
Caterpillar’s Resources Help Customers Maintain Equipment
Caterpillar has recently launched a comprehensive library of how-to videos and articles for customers that prefer to do their own maintenance and repairs.
This library includes a new series of do-ityourself (DIY) videos designed to help customers confidently maintain their Cat equipment. These how-to instructional videos provide simple, clear and easy-to-follow instructions for common maintenance, repair and inspection tasks, according to
Caterpillar. Developed by Caterpillar experts, the series instills confidence in customers that they can properly perform these tasks.
“Customers can view these short how-to videos with the goal of making it simple, clear and easy for them to maintain their Cat equipment,” said Jay Ramasamy, vice president, sales and marketing of Caterpillar’s Construction Industries Services Division (CISD). “They were developed in direct
response to what people are requesting most for common repair and inspection items. They are designed to help save customers’ time and money and assist those who prefer to do their own maintenance at a time that’s convenient with their production schedule.”
Expanding Catalog
The Caterpillar DIY video series serves as a supplement to the machine’s operation and maintenance manual (OMM) and boosts the confidence of visual learners to get the job done right. The current library includes nearly 60 how-to videos produced in English with subtitles in 23 different languages, and Caterpillar continues to expand the variety of videos offered.
As a complement to the DIY videos, Caterpillar also has developed a blog series covering the most popular maintenance tips. The articles break down inspection, maintenance and repair and replacement information into easily understandable steps. The blogs provide another solution to help boost the confidence of DIY customers.
Wide Coverage
While often featuring a machine as an example, the maintenance information applies to all machines in general and are not
specific to a particular model or type. The videos and articles cover everything from maintaining dozer precision cutting edges to installing batteries and from replacing your fuel filter to testing the service brake on Cat equipment.
For customers upgrading their equipment, the series also offers clear and concise instructions on how to install various Cat upgrade kits, such as light guards, cab guards and fire extinguisher mounts. Expanding beyond maintenance, the video catalogue dives into tips for selecting steel tracks for excavators, dozers and loaders. They also provide an overview of Cat rubber track designs, how they function, and guide customers through the diverse options for Cat compact track loader and mini hydraulic excavator rubber tracks.
The articles and videos enable customers to quickly access the instructions they need. In addition, customers can shop for the correct replacement parts or contact a Cat dealer directly from the article.
“If the task requires a part or the repair becomes more involved than the customer anticipated, we have designed the blog site to allow the customer to quickly get the additional support they need,” said Ramasamy.
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Caterpillar launched a comprehensive library of how-to videos and articles for customers that prefer to do their own maintenance and repairs.
Engineering Leader Earns Honor...
Iowa State’s Halil Ceylan Receives ARTBA National Research Award
Halil Ceylan, a nationally and internationally recognized leader in transportation infrastructure engineering of Iowa State University (ISU), is the 2025 recipient of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) S.S. Steinberg Award.
The honor, named after ARTBA’s research and education division’s founding president, recognizes “an individual who has made remarkable contributions to transportation education.”
Among his work is the development of the first electrically conductive heated pavement test site at a United States airport, which garnered nationwide media attention from NBC’s Today Show, NPR, Discovery Channel and others.
A prolific researcher and scholar, Ceylan has authored more than 500 publications and his work has amassed over 9,200 citations.
He serves as the Pitt-Des Moines Inc. endowed professor in ISU’s department of civil, construction and environmental engineering, and directs the Program for Sustainable Pavement Engineering and Research (PROSPER) at ISU’s Institute for Transportation. He also is the ISU site director for FAA’s PEGASAS Center of Excellence on General Aviation.
Valued at more than $27 million, Ceylan’s research port-
folio spans more than 145 funded projects supported by federal and state agencies, including the Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Highway Administration, National Science Foundation, Department of Defense, National Cooperative Highway Research Program and multiple state DOTs. His innovations encompass artificial intelligence and machine learning in infrastructure design, advanced infrastructure monitoring systems, heated and self-sensing pavements, sustainable transportation geotechnics and climateresilient transportation infrastructure systems.
Ceylan’s has mentored more than 70 graduate students and 17 postdoctoral researchers, and taught courses to more than 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Under his guidance, dozens of his former students and mentees have become leaders in academia, transportation agencies and industry. According to peers and students, his ability to inspire and develop talent has magnified his influence beyond his own pioneering research, ensuring a lasting impact on the future of transportation infrastructure.
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Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Online, Virtual Safety and Health
• AGC EDGE Blueprint Reading
Dates: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 (3:00 PM) –Thursday, September 18, 2025 (6:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development
• AGC of America HR Master Class Powered by Segal A 6-Part Online Training Program
Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Virtual Labor and HR
• Health Hazards in Construction (HHC)
Dates: Monday, September 22, 2025 (8:00 AM) –
Thursday, September 25, 2025 (5:00 PM) Arlington, Virginia Safety and Health
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)
AGC Technology Conference 2025
Dates: August 5 – 7, 2025
Place: Fairmount Chicago Millennium Park 200 North Columbus Drive Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312/565-8000
Start Planning Your Conference Experience Engage with fellow IT Professionals within the construction industry to dialogue about the future, and address technology problems you are currently facing. Developing New Skills
Learn from sessions, training bootcamps and networking experiences.
Covering a wide variety of topics: • Artificial Intelligence • Cybersecurity • Ransomware • DataDriven Construction • Tech Lessons Learned on Large Projects • IT Career Advancement • Industry Outlook For More Information: Phone: 703/548-3118
Fax: 703/842-8817
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF MINNESOTA (AGC OF MN)
2025 SAINTS GAME
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Place: CHS Field
360 N. Broadway Street, St. Paul, MN 55101
Join AGC members for an afternoon on Minnesota Twins AAA Baseball.
On Wednesday, August 6 at 1:07 PM, the St. Paul Saints will take on the Iowa Cubs.
All attendees will be entered in a drawing for one of two Saints’ Jerseys!
Must be present to win!
Registration includes game tickets (covered/shaded seating) and food.
All are welcome! Thank you to our sponsors! For more information: Phone: 651/7496-2187
SOUTHERN FOREST PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION (SFPA) Forest Products Machinery Equipment Expo Fine Tune Your Strategy No. 1 on the Industry Tradeshow Charts
Dates: August 6 – 8, 2025
Place: Music City Center 201 5th Avenue S. Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615/401-1400
Join us for the wood product manufacturing event of the year! Forest Products EXPO: A Place for Softwoods and Hardwoods The Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition (EXPO) is the nation’s premier wood products manufacturing trade event. Featuring products and services for hardwood and softwood log processing, remanufacturing and pallet industries, bioenergy, engineered wood products and pressure-treating. EXPO connects lumber industry decision-makers looking for technical expertise, new products and manufacturing solutions.
CONNECT and RECONNECT with the entire wood products manufacturing community at the 38th Forest Products EXPO!
It is THE Wood product manufacturing event of the year!
For more information: Southern Forest Products Association Phone: 504/443-4464. Email: mail@sfpa.org
AGRO EXPO 2025
AGRO EXPO 2025 is an AGRICULTURAL FAIR that features MONGOLIAN and INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS, EQUIPMENT and MACHINERY. DEKALB ASGROW of MICHIGAN is a SILVER SPONSOR at AGRO EXPO 2025, which takes place in St. Johns, Michigan.
Dates: August 12 – 13, 2025
Place: North Central Research Station 5605 N. Findlay Road, St. Johns, MI 48879
Phone: 989/292-4704
We are planning a great show and will continue to update the website throughout the coming months. Be sure to stop by!
Experience the future of agriculture at the 2025 AGRO EXPO Farm Show, taking place at the North Central Research Station in St. Johns Michigan.
This outdoor farm show offers immersive experience for farmers, AG professionals, and industry leaders. Explore live equipment demonstrations featuring cutting-edge planters, agricultural drones for spraying and seeding, and advanced irrigation systems. Whether you are focused on row crops, precision agriculture, or farm management, the AGRO EXPO delivers tools, innovation and networking opportunities to help you grow your operation.
For more information: Office / Mobile: 989/403-0310 Email: info@theagroexpo.com
AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE (ACI)
2025 Concrete Innovation Forum
(formerly Technology Forum)
Dates: August 12 – 14, 2025
Place: Hotel Clio (A Luxury Collection Hotel)
150 Clayton Lane, Denver, CO 80206
Sponsor(s): ACI Foundation
The Concrete Innovation Forum is your opportunity to connect with representatives from material suppliers, architecture & engineering firms, contractors, academics, top-level executives, and regulatory agencies. You will learn from industry experts about current trends, emerging technologies, and new product innovations.
Join us and build strategic relationships and expand your network.
Our CIC Technology Forum is an innovation-focused educational and networking event for concrete professionals powered by the Concrete Innovation Council.
To support ACI’s expanding focus on technology and innovation, the CIC collaborates with the concrete community to further innovative solutions for industry-wide challenges, by effectively identifying new technology and helping to nurture and support emerging and mature technologies.
Sanco Enterprises: We solve service and equipment opportunities with value added solutions.
Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 621 Cleveland Street, Mankato, MN 56001
DESCRIPTION: On September 18th, our second Sanco Sandbox of 2025 will be in Mankato!
Equipment will be set up in a quarry very near our Sanco Equipment Mankato location with plenty of moveable dirt! Get a hands-on feel for our newest line of Yellow Iron Excavators, Loaders, and Rollers from XCMG! Check out the ingenuity of our partners KAGE Innovation’s attachments! Get the first look at Muskox’ latest and greatest technology! Come ready to play at
