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Calif. Landslide Work Presents Challenge

By Irwin Rapoport CEG CORRESPONDENT

The California Department of Transportation's (Caltrans) emergency $110 million Westport Landslide Complex project is not only repairing the damage caused by landslides to a 1.3-mi. section of State Route 1 (SR 1) in Mendocino County but also is improving the infrastructure to prevent and minimize damage from future storms.

The damage resulted from the winter storms of 2022- ‘23.

“A series of severe winter storms and atmospheric river events brought

persistent heavy rain and high surf,” said Manny Machado, a Caltrans District 1 spokesperson. “Landslide movement at Westport accelerated, resulting in roadway settlement of over 6 vertical feet. An emergency project was initiated with a project scope to extend the retaining wall to the north, a large-scale geotechnical investigation, coastal revetment, dewatering and roadway reconstruction.

see LANDSLIDE page 22

Reaping Big Beautiful Business Success

How Construction Companies Can Make the Most of New Tax Laws

Construction contractors have a lot to think about now that President Trump has signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law. The legislation contains provisions that will affect business planning and operations well into the future, say financial advisors. More than one urged contractors to quickly match strategies and operations with the legislation for a solid future.

“The OBBBA offers significant planning opportunities for construction firms,” accounting firm Kittell Branegan and Sargent (KBS) blogged. see BILL page 25

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8 JOULE, CATERPILLAR, WHEELER ANNOUNCE DATA CENTER DEAL

Joule Capital Partners, Caterpillar Inc. and Wheeler Machinery Co. announced on Aug. 7, 2025, an agreement to power Joule’s High Performance Compute Data Center Campus in Utah.

8 LAS VEGAS STARTS ON $200M HOMELESS SERVICES CAMPUS

A groundbreaking ceremony was held on July 17, 2025, in Las Vegas for the Campus for Hope, a $200 million facility being built to address homelessness in southern Nevada, 967kklz.com reported.

8 WYO. BOARD AWARDS $33.1M IN HIGHWAY CONTRACTS IN JULY

The Wyoming Transportation Commission awarded $33.10 million in contracts for five Wyoming Department of Transportation construction projects during its July 17 regular business meeting.

14 LIEBHERR AMERICAN JOURNEY: FIVE DECADES, THREE GENERATIONS

For more than 50 years, Liebherr has thrived in the United States as a manufacturer of mining trucks and a provider of solutions and services across 12 product segments.

15 CONEXPO-CON/AGG GEARS UP FOR 2026 WITH LEGACY OF INNOVATION

As ConExpo -Con/AGG 2026 nears, the construction industry’s premier event celebrates its rich lineage — 117 years in the making and North America’s unmatched platform for construction innovation.

16 FAE

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FAE is updating its SSM line of forestry tillers for 170-300 hp tractors. The HP models now have a side gearbox cooling system, while all versions benefit from interchangeable wear-resistant Hardox inner plates inside the crushing chamber.

16 BLUE DIAMOND OFFERS ACCESSORIES FOR MAINTENANCE INDUSTRIES

The Blue Diamond Attachments parts and accessories division announced an expanded line of replacement work tool wear parts solutions for the landscape and grounds maintenance industries.

19 DESIGNING CLEANER CONCRETE THAT ABSORBS CARBON DIOXIDE

From ancient Egypt’s monumental pyramids to the sophisticated underwater material employed by Roman engineers in iconic structures like the Pantheon, concrete has long symbolized civilization’s resilience and ingenuity.

23 VOLVO APPLIES FOR CERTIFICATION OF CARB-24 COMPLIANT ENGINE

Volvo Trucks North America announced that it will apply for certification of a CARB-24 Omnibus compliant engine that it expects will meet the California Air Resources Board’s 2024 emissions standards.

29 CAT, LUCK STONE CELEBRATE ONE MILLION TONS HAULED AUTONOMOUSLY

Caterpillar Inc. and Luck Stone announced a significant milestone in their ongoing collaboration: one million tons autonomously hauled at Luck Stone’s Bull Run Quarry in Chantilly, Va.

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After the Palisades and Eaton fires scorched entire neighborhoods, the Army Corps of Engineers set up operations to recycle concrete and metal from mostly fire-damaged homes.

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Joule, Caterpillar, Wheeler Announce Data Center Deal

Joule Capital Partners, Caterpillar Inc. and Wheeler Machinery Co. announced on Aug. 7, 2025, an agreement to power Joule’s High Performance Compute Data Center Campus in Utah.

Joule, an infrastructure company, aims to create the largest single campus in Utah and operate the most advanced data centers in the world.

This initiative will provide four gigawatts of total energy to the center of the Intermountain West. The project will deliver prime power and integrated combined cooling, heat and power (CCHP) solutions with a by-design liquid cooling architecture.

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Due to Caterpillar’s expanding United States-based manufacturing footprint, the full generation package can be delivered ahead of most other generation technologies. This speed-to-power advantage is critical for meeting the explosive growth in demand for compute capacity.

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“This project represents the core of Joule’s mission — to deliver artificial intelligence (AI) ready compute capacity by pairing world-class data center campuses with reliable, ondemand power,” said David Gray, president of Joule Capital Partners. “By combining Caterpillar's advanced energy systems with Wheeler’s local expertise, we can bring gigawattscale capacity to market faster and more efficiently than ever before, ensuring our tenants have the power and reliability they need to thrive in the next generation of high-performance computing.”

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Las Vegas Starts On $200M Homeless Services Campus

A groundbreaking ceremony was held on July 17, 2025, in Las Vegas for the Campus for Hope, a $200 million facility being built to address homelessness in southern Nevada, 967kklz.com reported.

The project will be built on 26 acres once used by Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services. There will be 900 beds and a multitude of services that include mental health care, job training and substance abuse treatment.

The project is being funded via a public-private partnership, with $100 million coming from the Nevada Legislature and the same amount from area resort companies, 967kklz.com reported.

All existing services will be relocated, according to the plans. Construction is likely to start in late 2025 with the facility’s anticipated opening in 2028.

"We all should be absolutely excited for today,” Gov. Joe Lombardo told the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “This is the perfect partnership of what we're trying to accomplish in the state of Nevada. … An individual who is dealing with homelessness has no idea where the borders are, has no idea where the city and the

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Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager touted the project’s greatest significance: “This project that brings us here today," he said, “has the potential to have the greatest and the longest-lasting impact of them all.”

The campus will be modeled after San Antonio's Haven for Hope and not operate as a walk-up shelter. Referrals instead will come through city and county agencies, 967kklz.com reported. 

example of how we can deliver fast, reliable power generation to our customers through integrated energy solutions," said Melissa Busen, senior vice president of Electric Power at Caterpillar Inc. “We are proud to work with Joule and Wheeler to help bring this project to life.”

“This strategic alliance between Joule, Caterpillar, and Wheeler brings together world-class engineering, local expertise and visionary energy design,” said Bryan Campbell, CEO of Wheeler Machinery Co. “We’re proud to help deliver a resilient solution ready to meet future compute demands and set a new standard for data center infrastructure.”

For details, visit joulecapitalpartners.com, caterpillar.com or wheelercat.com/power/. 

Wyo. Board Awards $33.1M in Highway Contracts in July

The Wyoming Transportation Commission awarded $33.10 million in contracts for five Wyoming Department of Transportation construction projects during its July 17 regular business meeting.

The commission awarded a $30.68 million bid to Casper, Wyo.-based Oftedal Construction Inc. for a combined wildlife crossing and culvert cleaning project involving fencing, structure, grading, aggregate surfacing, stormwater drainage, traffic control and asphalt paving work at various locations within Lincoln and Uinta counties. The contract completion date is Oct. 31, 2027.

Based in Cheyenne, Wyo., Reiman Corp. was awarded a $1.35 million bid for a combined bridge replacement and bridge rehabilitation project involving structure, traffic control and grading work at various locations within Converse County. The contract completion date is Oct. 31, 2026.

The commission awarded a $378,525 bid to Utah-based Whitaker Construction Co. Inc. for a pipe-lining

project involving stormwater drainage, structure, seeding/erosion control, traffic control and clearing/grubbing work in various locations within Carbon County. The contract completion date is Oct. 31, 2025.

Afton, Wyo.-based Avail Valley Construction-WY LLC was awarded a $397,817 bid for a rip rap and fence replacement project involving seeding/erosion control, grading, traffic control, clearing/grubbing and aggregate surfacing work at various locations within Fremont County. The contract completion date is May 31, 2026.

All the above projects are funded primarily with federal dollars.

Funded primarily with state dollars, Sheridan-based Advanced Electrical Contracting Inc. was awarded a $303,206 bid for a lighting upgrade project involving electrical, structure and traffic control work in various locations within Sweetwater County. The contract completion date is June 30, 2026.

Almost all WYDOT projects are awarded to the lowest bid. 

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Liebherr American Journey: Five Decades, Three Generations

For more than 50 years, Liebherr has thrived in the United States as a manufacturer of mining trucks and a provider of solutions and services across 12 product segments.

With three generations of family leadership at the Liebherr Group, Liebherr in the United States remains dedicated to drive innovations in construction and manufacturing, developing cleaner, more efficient systems that support the future of mining, material handling and heavy equipment industries, according to Liebherr.

Founded in 1970, Liebherr USA has grown into five companies, employing more than 1,700 individuals across diverse roles, including manufacturing, engineering, sales and service. With 15 companyowned locations and an extensive distribution network, Liebherr serves the entire United States, providing products and customer support nationwide.

Strategic Investments

Today, Liebherr continues expanding its capabilities and operations across North America, prioritizing innovation, quality and customer support, reflecting its dedication to excellence and its customers’ needs, according to Liebherr.

In 2020, Liebherr invested $60 million into its Virginia facilities adding more than 250,000 sq. ft. to the existing Newport News campus. This investment created a new administrative building to enhance product and service support.

In addition, Liebherr established inhouse training facilities for technicians to gain real-world experience with Liebherr equipment, a workshop for the assembly and repair of earthmoving, concrete and mobile and crawler machines and an extensive warehouse that increased storage capacity by 50 percent.

In 2024, Liebherr announced a $72.3 million investment to expand its manufacturing capabilities in Newport News, Va. The project, expected to be completed in 2025, is anticipated to create 175 new jobs.

In addition, in 2024, Liebherr announced an initial investment of $176 million to establish a logistics center in Tupelo, Miss., aimed at enhancing the company’s logistics capabilities. Upon completion in 2026, the center will create 180 new jobs, with plans for further expansion expected to generate more than 300 jobs in the long term.

Looking to the future, Liebherr is planning additional investments in Houston, Texas, to establish a new sales and service facility. This facility will support Liebherr cranes and construction customers in the region, enhancing service and accessibility.

Manufacturing in United States

With manufacturing front of mind, the Newport News mining plant is notable for its role in manufacturing Liebherr’s range of diesel-electric mining trucks, which can handle payloads of up to 400 tons. These trucks are partly assembled, tested and certified at the Newport News facility before being completed at mines worldwide.

Liebherr’s zero emission mining program is a key part of its strategy to decarbonize mining operations by offering adaptable, low-carbon solutions. Liebherr has already introduced equipment compatible with renewable fuels including HVO, along with technologies such as the trolley assist system that connects trucks to electric grids to reduce diesel use. By 2030, Liebherr aims to provide fossil fuel-free alternatives for all its mining products.

As part of their ongoing commitment to zero emission mining, Liebherr and Fortescue announced an expansion of their partnership at MINExpo 2024. The partnership includes jointly developed technology that paves the way for carbon-free mining and features a total of 475 zero emission Liebherr machines.

As the mining truck plant undergoes further expansion, this construction lays the foundation for progress in the mining industry. Mining is integral to nearly every aspect of modern life including the infrastructure and technology we use daily. By enhancing the Newport News facility, Liebherr in the United States ensures a

steady supply of essential resources. This investment not only strengthens the economy but also drives innovation in technology and sustainability.

“We’re thankful for the partnerships with the cities of Hampton and Newport News and the Commonwealth of Virginia that have greatly enriched our operations and enabled Liebherr Mining Equipment to bring 175 new jobs and investment to the region,” said Cort Reiser, managing director of Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.

Celebration of Construction On National Mall

This year, to further demonstrate its commitment as an OEM, Liebherr USA participated in the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ Celebration of construction on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to engage with participants and highlight the vital role of construction equipment in the United States.

“Celebration of construction on the National Mall provided an opportunity to showcase innovative products and construction solutions utilized across the country,” said Kai Friedrich, managing director, Liebherr USA Co. “Liebherr’s dedication to the U.S. market extends beyond manufacturing, as we are deeply committed to supporting local communities and promoting sustainable practices within the construction industry.”

The event allowed attendees to experi-

ence Liebherr’s machinery firsthand and discuss key industry topics such as emissions technology, alternative power, safety and workforce development.

Future Talent

Building a pipeline of future talent also is critical to the success of Liebherr in the United States. Liebherr USA launched a partnership with a local institute in Virginia to create a heavy vehicle technology program for learners studying to be technicians. This co-op education program gives students the opportunity to work as part-time employees in Liebherr repair shops, so they gain hands-on, real-world experience.

In addition, multiple Liebherr divisions including mobile and crawler cranes, earthmoving and concrete technology hold inhouse training in Virginia, Florida and Texas for dealer and customer technicians to become more familiarized with Liebherr machines, assistant systems and trouble shooting. These trainings consist of multiple days of classroom and hands-on learning with Liebherr certified trainers.

All Liebherr companies in the United States also hold many recruiting opportunities in local communities to meet with local education partners and technical schools, starting conversations that will lead to the creation of more training and support programs to help build a skilled workforce throughout the country.

For more information, visit liebherr.com/en-us/. 

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In 2024, Liebherr announced a $72.3 million investment to expand its manufacturing capabilities in Newport News, Va. The project is anticipated to create 175 new jobs.

ConExpo-Con/AGG Preps for 2026 Event to Extend Lineage

As ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026 nears, the construction industry’s premier event celebrates its rich lineage — 117 years in the making and North America’s unmatched platform for construction innovation.

From humble beginnings in 1909, when the original Road Show in Columbus, Ohio hosted 40 equipment manufacturers in a 40,000-sq.-ft. space, to today’s 2.9 million-sq.-ft., 2,000 exhibitor event, ConExpo-Con/AGG’s evolution embodies the exponential growth of the construction industry.

Milestones in Storied Past

• 1909 — The inaugural Road Show, Columbus, Ohio, spotlighted machinery soon dubbed “hazardous equipment” over 40,000 sq. ft.

• 1928 — Detroit hosted the Combined Biennial Show, later known as the Concrete & Aggregates Show.

• 1963 — The Columbus Road Show rebranded to the Construction Equipment Exposition & Road Show.

• 1969 — “ConExpo” emerges as the new moniker for the event.

• 1996 — ConExpo and Con/Agg formally unite under the ConExpo-Con/AGG banner in Las Vegas, transitioning to a triennial frequency.

• 2005 — AEM assumes sole responsibility for managing the show; in 2018, it secures operation rights through 2040.

Record-Breaking Scale, Reach

1996 vs. 2023: Exhibitors rose from 800 to 2,056; exhibit space ballooned from 1 million to 2.83 million sq. ft.; attendees jumped from 84,000 to 139,110.

In 2023, ConExpo attracted ~139,000 visitors — including 24,000 international attendees from 133 countries — with exhibitors representing 36 nations.

Forging the Future — ConExpo-Con/AGG 2026

Set for March 3–7, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center and Las Vegas Festival Grounds, the next edition continues the tradition of excellence with:

• 2,000 exhibitor brands;

• 2.9 million sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor displays;

• 150 educational sessions spanning technology, sustainability and industry best practices;

• new ground breakers stage; and

• new workshops: small business, EmpowerHER, shop talks and walks, “A century of progress is reflected in ConExpo-Con/AGG’s scale, scope and spirit,” said Dana Wuesthoff, ConExpo-Con/AGG show director. “This event continues to elevate the equipment manufacturing industry — amplifying innovation, insight and influence.”

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FAE Upgrades SSM Forestry Tiller for Tractors Up to 300 Hp

FAE is updating its SSM line of forestry tillers for 170-300 hp tractors.

The HP models now have a side gearbox cooling system, while all versions benefit from interchangeable wear-resistant Hardox inner plates inside the crushing chamber.

The main applications of the SSM line are plantation and nursery maintenance, vineyard and orchard upkeep, agriculture tilling and soil reclamation and soil mixing. This equipment is able to shred roots and stumps up to 20 in. in diameter, down to a maximum working depth of 16 in., according to FAE.

Its most notable technical features include the wear-resistant Hardox plates, the central gearbox alignment system specially developed by FAE, the transmission with side gearbox and the adjustable Hardox counter blade. To complete the offer, an adjustable hood grille, a dozer blade and a rear hydraulic support roller also are available.

The SSM comes standard with A/3 teeth, or with A/3/HD and F/3 teeth upon request. It is available in three widths: SSM-200, SSM225 and SSM-250. The same sizes are also available for the HP version: SSM/HP-200, SSM/HP225 and SSM/HP-250.

For more information, visit faegroup.com/en_US/products/land-clearing/pto-driven-heads/tillers-for-tractors/ssmssm-hp. 

Blue Diamond Offers Parts, Accessories for Maintenance Industries

The Blue Diamond Attachments parts and accessories division announced an expanded line of replacement work tool wear parts solutions for the landscape and grounds maintenance industries, providing both end users and dealers access to a wide range of parts and accessories geared specifically to those industries.

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• serrated reversible cutting edges;

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The full lineup can be found at the BDAparts.com website.

“People in the landscaping and grounds maintenance industries rely heavily on skid steer and CTL attachments to get their work done, and if something breaks, they need to know they have replacement parts at the ready,” said Darren Barnes, product support manager of Blue Diamond Attachments. “That is where we come in. We have just about anything they would need in our warehouse and most can be shipped the same day they are ordered — getting that customer back up and running, so they can get on to the next job.”

Blue Diamond parts and accessories come with the Blue Diamond Satisfaction Guarantee and a standard 1-year warranty (some exceptions may apply).

For more information, visit BDAparts.com.

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Designing Cleaner Concrete That Absorbs Carbon Dioxide

(Editor’s note: This article and photos are courtesy of the University of Pennsylvania.)

From the mud, straw and gypsum mixtures of ancient Egypt’s monumental pyramids to the sophisticated underwater material employed by Roman engineers in iconic structures like the Pantheon, concrete has long symbolized civilization’s resilience and ingenuity.

Yet today, concrete finds itself in a paradoxical bind: The very material that allowed societies to flourish also is responsible for up to 9 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Climate change, itself deeply rooted in fossil fuel use, presents humanity with an existential challenge if people seek to sustainably build the structures that support modern life — namely, new homes, highways, bridges and more.

Now, designers, materials scientists, and engineers from the University of Pennsylvania have teamed up to create a biomineral-infused concrete by blending 3D printing with the fossil architecture of microscopic algae. This concrete is remarkably lightweight — yet structurally sound — and captures up to 142 percent more carbon dioxide than conventional mixes while using less cement and still meeting standard compressive-strength targets.

The key ingredient is diatomaceous earth (DE), a popular filler material made from fossilized microorganisms. The researchers found that the fine, porous and sponge-like texture of DE not only improves the stability of concrete as it’s pushed through a 3D printer nozzle but also provides abundant sites for trapping carbon dioxide. These findings, which are reported in Advanced Functional Materials, pave the way for building materials that both hold up bridges and skyscrapers and help restore marine ecosystems and capture carbon from the air.

“Usually, if you increase the surface area or porosity, you lose strength,” said co-senior author Shu Yang, the Joseph Bordogna professor of engineering and applied science and chair of the Department of Materials Science at the School of Engineering and Applied Science. “But here, it was the opposite; the structure became stronger over time.”

She noted that the team not only achieved

“an additional 30 percent higher carbon dioxide conversion” when the geometry of the material was further optimized, but did so while maintaining a compressive strength comparable to ordinary concrete. “It was one of those rare moments where everything just worked better and looked nicer,” she said.

“But it wasn’t just about aesthetics or reducing mass,” added co-senior author Masoud Akbarzadeh, associate professor of architecture of the Weitzman School of Design. “It was about unlocking a new structural logic. We could reduce material by almost 60 percent, and still carry the load, showing it’s possible to do so much more with so much less.”

Why Concrete, Diatomaceous Earth?

Yang saw potential in applying her materials science expertise toward imbuing the gravel, cement and water mixture of concrete with carbon-capture properties.

“I didn’t know much when we first started,” she said, “but I understood that rheology — how particles flow and interact — was crucial to how concrete behaves during mixing and printing.”

To translate that understanding into a viable 3D-printing formulation, she leaned on the experience of her former postdoctoral researcher and first author of the paper, KunHao Yu, who had previously worked with concrete in civil engineering and additive manufacturing contexts.

“Concrete isn’t like conventional printing materials,” Yu said. “It has to flow smoothly under pressure, stabilize quickly after extrusion and then continuously strengthen as it cures.”

That complexity, he said, made it an ideal challenge to apply a mix of chemistry, physics and design thinking.

At the same time, Yang had been revisiting diatomaceous earth, which she had previously encountered in studies of natural photonic crystals and carbon sinks in the southern ocean, where diatoms help reduce greenhouse gases by ferrying carbon dioxide to the sea floor when they die. Diatoms — a kind of ancient microscopic algae — construct intricate, porous silica shells that, over

Engineering materials scientist Shu Yang and Weitzman

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UF Concrete Canoe Team Repeats at ASCE Championships

The University of Florida Concrete Canoe team won its second consecutive Concrete Canoe competition at the American Society of Civil Engineers’ Civil Engineering Student Championships at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

UF’s Concrete Canoe team has dominated the ASCE Concrete Canoe Championships over the last decade, with five championships since 2015.

This year’s student championships was the culmination of 21 regional student symposia held in the United States, China and India this spring. Those events included three society-wide competitions that teach students skills they’ll use daily in their civil engineering careers: the ASCE Concrete Canoe competition, the ASCE Utility Engineering and Surveying Institute Surveying competition and the Sustainable Solutions competition.

In ASCE’s flagship competition, Concrete Canoe, teams are evaluated by the races as well as the final product, oral presentations and a design paper.

This year’s canoes were tested on June 29 at Lake Nacimiento in San Luis Obispo County with slalom and sprint races. Concrete Canoe has served as ASCE’s flagship student competition since 1988 and challenges civil engineering students to apply engineering principles, project management and team-building skills.

When the UF team was announced as the winner of the Concrete Canoe competition, fellow competitors and fans erupted in a chant of “it’s great to be a Florida Gator,” and celebrated with the UF team.

“We just have an amazing culture here,” said UF Concrete Canoe co-captain Brennan Kade. “Everyone really buys into the program and every day everyone shows up and gives everything they have to really come together and build the best product that

we can every year.”

UF’s canoe, “Reptilia,” weighed 180 lbs. and featured intricate artwork.

“Our theme this year was invasive species and their impact on native species,” said UF Concrete Canoe co-captain Alicia Gemicco. “On the inside of our canoe, we have a gator that’s wrapped around a python. The idea there is that there are invasive species attacking our native species, and we want to mitigate those environmental impacts.”

The UF team came in first place in the co-ed sprint race and finished in the top five in the men’s sprint, women’s sprint and women’s slalom races. “Reptilia” also received second place in the technical proposal and technical presentation portion of the competition and received fourth place in the best final product portion of the competition.

“Congratulations to the teams from the University of Florida, Georgia Institute of Technology and University of Toledo on your well-deserved recognition at ASCE’s Civil Engineering Student Championships,” said ASCE President Feniosky Peña Mora. “Your ingenuity, collaboration and leadership make all of us very proud. I also would like to thank all the remarkable students who have participated in the national and regional competitions. The skills, teamwork, and leadership each one of you has developed while learning important civil engineering concepts as part of ASCE’s student programs will benefit you throughout your careers.”

“Additionally, these experiences help our students put their learning into practice, and the connections they make during the championship and regional events, together with the knowledge they have gained, not only help them advance professionally, but, most importantly, will benefit society as a whole through the proj-

ects they design and build,” he added.

Students from Georgia Institute of Technology won the ASCE Sustainable Solutions competition. Teams are challenged to incorporate sustainable practices into real-world project scenarios that they will regularly face in their civil engineering careers.

The team from University of Toledo won the ASCE UESI Surveying competition. This competition recognizes the importance of basic surveying principles to all civil engineering projects and ways to solve common problems they will encounter in their careers. In this competition, teams completed and will present a preliminary subdivision mapping project and finish four field tasks that are part of the surveying process.

More than 400 students from 53 universities from the United States, Canada, China and India participated in the events..

2025 Rankings

Concrete Canoe

1. University of Florida

2. Virginia Tech

3. Western Kentucky University

Sustainable Solutions

1. Georgia Institute of Technology

2. University of California, Berkeley

3. North Carolina State University

Surveying

1. University of Toledo

2. Purdue University Northwest

3. Colorado School of Mines

For more information, visit asce.org. 

New Concrete Is Ideal for Marine Life, Artifical Reefs

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millions of years, have accumulated into the DE now used in everything from pool filters to soil additives.

“I was intrigued by how this natural material could absorb carbon dioxide,” Yang said. “And I started wondering: What if we could integrate it directly into construction materials?”

The team discovered that DE’s internal pore network not only provided pathways for carbon dioxide to diffuse into the structure but also enabled calcium carbonate to form during curing, thereby improving both carbon dioxide uptake and mechanical strength.

Yu led the development of the printable concrete ink, calibrating variables for the 3D printer like water-to-binder ratios, nozzle size and extrusion speed.

“We ran a lot of trials,” he said. “What surprised us most was that despite the high porosity that normally acts an impediment to stress, the material actually got stronger as it absorbed carbon dioxide.”

Hidden Geometry of Carbon Capture

While DE optimized the material itself, geometry played an equally transformative

role. Akbarzadeh and his team turned to triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMS) — mathematically complex but naturally occurring structures found in bones, coral reefs and sea stars. These “continuous” forms, which are devoid of sharp edges or breaks, are prized for their ability to maximize surface area while minimizing mass.

“The shapes are complex, but naturally efficient in that they maximize surface area and geometric stiffness while minimizing material,” Akbarzadeh said. “In nature, form and function are inseparable, so we wanted to bring that principle into the arrangements of these materials.”

Using polyhedral graphic statics, a method that maps force distributions through geometry, his team designed a concrete structure that could support itself, even with steep overhangs, while remaining open and porous enough for maximum carbon dioxide exposure.

In graphic statics, Akbarzadeh explained, every line in the form diagram represents the force flow, allowing the team to tune how compressive and tensile forces distribute through the structure. They then coupled that with post-tensioning cables to enhance the internal stability of the concrete.

Findings, Future Work

Once modeled, the forms were digitally sliced into printable layers and optimized to extrude smoothly without collapsing, sagging or clogging the printer nozzle. The resulting printed components were tested under load and subjected to carbonated environments, which culminated in structures that used 68 percent less material than traditional concrete blocks while increasing their surface-area-to-volume ratio by over 500 percent. In addition, the TPMS cube retained 90 percent of the compressive strength of the solid version and achieved a 32 percent higher carbon dioxide uptake per unit of cement.

Looking ahead, the team is advancing the work on multiple fronts including scaling up to full-size structural elements such as floors, facades and load-bearing panels.

“We’re testing larger components with more complex reinforcement schemes,” said Akbarzadeh, referring to the embedded posttensioning cables and force-balancing geometries that his lab specializes in. “We want these to be not just strong and efficient, but buildable at architectural scale.”

Another avenue focuses on marine infrastructure. Due to its porosity and ecological compatibility, the DE-TPMS concrete may

be well-suited for structures like artificial reefs, oyster beds or coral platforms.

“We’re especially excited about deploying this in restoration contexts,” said Yang. “The high surface area helps marine organisms attach and grow, while the material passively absorbs carbon dioxide from the surrounding water.”

Yang’s team also is exploring how DE might work with other binder chemistries beyond industry-standard cements, such as magnesium-based or alkali-activated systems. “We want to push this idea further,” she said. “What if we could remove the cement altogether? Or use waste streams as the reactive component?”

“The moment we stopped thinking about concrete as static and started seeing it as dynamic — as something that reacts to its environment — we opened up a whole new world of possibilities,” she added.

(Other authors include So Hee Nah, KunYu Wang, Yinding Chi and Peter Psarras of Penn Engineering and Teng Teng Hua Chai and Yefan Zhi, of the Weitzman School. This work was supported by the Department of Energy (DE-FOA-0002625) and the Vagelos Institute for Energy Science and Technology at the University of Pennsylvania.) 

Myers & Sons Tackles Tides, Steep Slopes Along SR1

“The Westport landslide is a large, complex and deepseated slide. The size, depth and many factors contributing to the slide movement make it a challenging location to maintain Highway 1.”

Myers & Sons Construction initiated operations in March 2024, aiming for December 2026 completion.

The project’s scope — along a stretch of the coastal highway with a steep slope of 250 ft. above the Pacific Ocean and a steep hillside peering over the two lanes and inland shoulder lanes — is immense.

Crews have completed a geotechnical investigation and monitoring and are now extending the existing northern soldier pile ground anchor (SPGA) wall, placing a rock revetment at the top of the slope and installing horizontal drains.

The geotechnical monitoring determined that installing a subsurface drainage system (to slow landslide movement), adding retaining structures and performing a revetment to reduce coastal erosion was required.

The landslide width at the roadway elevation is approximately 1,400 ft. In addition to the landslide, a series of nested landslides encroaches on the roadway from below, triggered by wave action and coastline erosion.

“This landslide complex has a long history of movement, resulting in damage to the roadway prism and sometimes long-term lane closures while emergency repairs are undertaken,” Machado said. “Without additional stabilization measures, future storm events are expected to contribute to additional roadway loss. Stabilization of the roadway is important because SR1 is a minor arterial route that provides mobility and access to the cities and unincorporated communities along the Mendocino coast.”

The project was designed by a multidisciplinary Caltrans project team, along with the Michael Baker International coastal engineering team.

“The scale and complexity of the Westport landslide make it a very challenging location,” Machado said. “Designing and constructing roadway repairs on an active landslide is challenging. … The anticipated maintenance interval of the project is 26 years, given the current rate of slide movement. The rate of movement is anticipated to slow upon completion of the coastal revetment and dewatering system.”

Directional drilled subsurface drains are being designed. These drains will be installed behind the slide surface to

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reduce the groundwater entering the landslide.

Despite the many challenges, Myers & Sons said it is making progress.

“We’re working around archeological and environmental issues to access the beach,” said Kurtis Frailey, Myers & Son vice president. “We had to build a separate access to it. We're putting 8-ton boulder riprap on the beach to build a revetment. Some of the logistical challenges are finding quarries that can supply the amount of rock that we need. We’ve had to go to Papich in the Central Valley to get these boulders. There are not many that can provide 1,200 tons a day.”

From the west side of the road to the beach is a 200- to 250-ft. nearly straight drop.

“Access at this level has been one of our biggest issues,” Frailey said.

Aside from the geotechnical investigation, crews have placed dewatering wells to remove some of the water from the hillsides and have nearly completed the beam and lag wall and 40 percent of the revetment. That involves digging a trench on the beach, then stacking the 8-ton boulder riprap 60 to 80 ft. up.

“It’s an active landslide area, so Caltrans wanted to understand the composition of the slides,” Frailey said. “It’s water that caused the slides — when it builds up, it's most active. Usually in the slide areas, there is a high water concentration.”

The geotechnical investigation and monitoring were crucial to determining the number of tiebacks to be placed for the beam and lag wall.

“We ended up with seven rows,” Frailey said. “We had to go with sister beams for the tiebacks, which are two big steel beams that end up being the posts that you drill down on the sides. The challenge on the north coast is getting equipment and materials in. We brought in shorter beams and welded them together because of the length restrictions we had on Highway 1. We brought in a large Komatsu 890 excavator, and it was very challenging to get the pieces and parts to put it together on site.”

The extension of the existing northern soldier pile ground anchor (SPGA) wall (lag and beam wall) should be completed in September.

“Once we had the design, we started working our way from north to south, placing beams about every 7 feet going downwards. We had to excavate and build access to the steep slope and then excavate again to reach the next set of waler tiebacks,” Frailey said. “We are down to the last walers. We’re protected by the road, but we have to keep half that road open.

“We’re always monitoring for falling debris and rock. We have slides and we have a lookout guy. We had to punch in an access and then build a hand and guardrail to keep the guys safe. We had some handrail on the outside edge and down to the beach. It’s a 0.5 to 1 steepness, which is nearly straight down.”

The road in this section is approximately 34 ft. wide, and some of the guardrail was falling off on the west side.

“We had to make access about 12 ft. below to make an access pad and then work our way down to the ocean,” Frailey said. “We had to sink the sister beams. Drill Tech Drilling and Shoring drilled some of the holes. Some of the holes were unstable, and we had to stop drilling. We then poured some concrete and redrilled through them.”

Myers & Sons also has done some road work, including grinding and patching.

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A Hitachi excavator moves riprap along the beach.

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Just getting equipment into the job site has proven difficult.

Myers & Sons Construction photo Myers & Sons has avoided equipment being caught by rising tides. Myers & Sons Construction photo Approximately 40 percent of the rock revetment has been placed.

SECTION Trucks & Trailers

Volvo Applies for Certification of CARB-24 Compliant Engine

Volvo Trucks North America announced that it will apply for certification of a CARB-24 Omnibus compliant engine that it expects will meet the California Air Resources Board’s 2024 emissions standards and be available to order in the near future.

The engine is designed to obtain a certification at the 0.05g NOx rating with reduced particulate matter (PM) emissions. This new engine continues Volvo’s ambition toward zero emissions in heavy-duty transportation by 2040.

The engine will be built on the new Volvo D13 VGT (variable geometry turbo) engine platform, which was launched last month at TMC. Volvo Trucks was the first North American OEM to launch a truck with a 24-volt electrical architecture. Once certified, customers will be able to order the CARB-24 Omnibus compliant engine in the all-new Volvo VNL and VNR models, with expected available configurations of 425 hp/1750 lb.-ft. torque or 455 hp/1850 lb.ft. torque.

In addition to less NOx and PM, the new D13 VGT engine will enhance fuel efficiency through several innovations: a shorter seven-wave piston for improved combustion, a longer connecting rod to reduce friction, a precision needle control valve for optimized fuel flow and a variable displacement oil pump to minimize parasitic losses. The improvement in fuel efficiency also is expected to have a direct and significant impact on CO2 reduction.

Volvo Trucks’ new engine will feature an advanced emis sion control system, including a fully servicea ble linear exhaust aftertreatment system (EATS) and an integrated 48-volt heater used during startup and low-load situations to achieve the stringent ultralow NOx targets. Each EATS component is designed for individual servicing or replacement, minimizing waste and maximizing operational lifespan.

This new engine complements Volvo Trucks’ earlier CARB-24 engine launch for the legacy VNL and VNR models. CARB’s Omnibus regulations aim to reduce NOx emissions by 75 percent and PM by 50 percent from heavy-duty on-road engines for engine model years 2024 through 2026 — compared with current U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards.

announced that it will apply for certification of a CARB-24 Omnibus compliant engine that it expects will meet the California Air Resources Board’s 2024 emissions standards and be available to order in the near future.

“To help customers successfully navigate evolving regulations, Volvo has developed an engine that is intended to meet both EPA and CARB requirements,” said Johan Agebrand, director of product marketing, Volvo Trucks North America. “We continue to invest in powertrain and vehicle advancements that support our sustainability goals and our commitment to environmental stewardship. The Volvo VNR Electric continues to lead the Class 8 battery electric truck market in North America with over 40 percent market share and continue investments in developing other zero- and near-zero tailpipe emissions technologies.”

Fleet operators interested in learning more about the engine, which Volvo Trucks expects to be CARB-24 Omnibus compliant, or placing an order can visit their nearest Volvo Trucks dealership. Deliveries of trucks with the new engine are expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025. 

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Volvo Trucks’ new engine features an advanced emissions control system with a fully serviceable linear exhaust aftertreatment system (EATS).

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Bill Provides Contractors With Vehicle, Property Bonuses

The legislation “creates avenues to reduce liability and boost profitability,” said the firm. Those opportunities fall under a wide range, from equipment purchasing and entity structuring to employee engagement and tax benefit education, it added.

Brian P. McGuire, president and CEO of the Associated Equipment Distributors' (AED), had high praise for the bill’s provisions.

“Certainty is paramount for all businesses, and this is exactly what OBBBA provides equipment dealers, manufacturers and our customers,” said McGuire.

Capital investment incentivizing will “help unleash the economy,” he said, by making these provisions permanent. “AED members can worry less about an everchanging tax code and focus on supplying and servicing the equipment needed to build, feed and fuel America.”

The law’s provisions “are poised to influence how construction firms plan, invest and operate for years to come,” said Carl Oliveri of Grassi Advisors.

The construction practice leader and a partner at Grassi, Oliveri analyzed the OBBBA and picked apart the provisions that most affect the construction industry.

Permanent 100 Percent Bonus Depreciation

The OBBBA permanently reinstates 100percent bonus depreciation for qualifying property placed in service on or after Jan. 19, 2025.

Oliveri noted this includes construction equipment, vehicles and certain improvements to nonresidential real property. The provision applies to both new and used property and ends the phase-down schedule in place previously.

“For tax purposes, contractors can now fully expense the cost of equipment, vehicles and qualifying property in the year placed in service,” said Oliveri.

Fully expensing those costs results in greater certainty in long-term planning and frees up cash flow for working capital purposes, he added.

“This may be especially valuable for contractors upgrading or expanding their fleets.”

However, equipment not manufactured or purchased domestically could face tariffs, which would be part of the cost to write off, noted Oliveri.

Expanded Section 179 Expensing

Effective for tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2024, the maximum Section 179 deduction is increased to $2.5 million.

This, said Oliveri, is a phase-out threshold of $4 million, and both amounts are

indexed for inflation. It is similar to the bonus depreciation rule.

Contractors can immediately expense the full cost of qualifying equipment, software and certain improvements to nonresidential property.

“The expanded limits provide construction firms with more flexibility to manage their taxable income,” said Oliveri. “Pairing Section 179 with bonus depreciation may offer a more strategic approach to maximizing large capital investments and managing state taxable income.”

Qualified Production Property (QPP) Incentive

The OBBBA introduces a new 100 percent deduction for Qualified Production Property (QPP): a category of newly constructed nonresidential real property primarily used for manufacturing, production or refining tangible personal property.

To qualify, though, construction must begin after Jan. 19, 2025, and the property must be placed in service before Jan. 1, 2031.

According to the rule, the deduction applies to new buildings and improvements. However, it excludes property used for office, administrative, lodging, parking, sales, research, software development or engineering functions.

“This provision provides a powerful incentive for companies to invest in new production facilities,” said Oliveri.

Contractors fabricating their own materi-

als for use on a job site may have a significant tax planning opportunity to reinvest in their business. These reinvestments can mean upgrading production facilities while utilizing the full tax benefit under the qualified production property (QPP).

PTET Deductibility Preserved

The OBBBA preserves federal deductions for state and local taxes paid at the entity level under elective Pass-Through Entity Tax (PTET) regimes.

PTET programs were designed to bypass the $10,000 state and local tax (SALT) cap applied at the individual level under the 2017 tax cuts and jobs act.

However, OBBBA increases the SALT cap to $40,000. That spells relief for business owners who face SALT above the expanded limit.

The PTET provisions will continue to provide relief for pass-through businesses in high-tax jurisdictions, such as New York and New Jersey.

Oliveri said for construction companies structured as partnerships or S corporations, this preserves a valuable federal deduction for state taxes.

In turn, it “allows businesses retain more corporate capital to deploy into projects in lieu of utilizing lines of credit at higher interest rates,” he said.

Expanded Interest Deduction

The OBBBA reinstates the earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and

amortization (EBITDA) based limitation for tax years after Dec. 31, 2024.

This change reverses limitation in effect since 2022, allowing recapture of depreciation, amortization and depletion. This recapture is allowed in calculating adjusted taxable income (ATI) for the 30 percent cap on business interest deductions.

Contractors using lines of credit for operating needs may now deduct a greater amount of interest expense, improving their after-tax cash position.

“Firms with significant leverage should model their 2025 interest positions to evaluate whether restructuring or shifting interest to related entities could enhance deductibility,” said Oliveri.

Research and Development (R&D) Expensing

The OBBBA repeals the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (TCJA) requirement to amortize domestic research and development expenditures over five years.

That means businesses may now immediately deduct eligible U.S.-based R&D costs for tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2024.

Contractors with average gross receipts of less than $31 million may elect to apply the new rules retroactively to tax years beginning after 2021. This retroactive relief can be achieved by amending prior returns; through a one-time “catch-up” deduction in 2025; or spread over 2025 and 2026.

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Cat, Luck Stone: One Million Tons Hauled Autonomously

Caterpillar Inc. and Luck Stone announced a significant milestone in their ongoing collaboration: one million tons autonomously hauled at Luck Stone’s Bull Run Quarry in Chantilly, Va.

The achievement marks a first for Caterpillar in the aggregates industry and underscores the success of Caterpillar’s autonomous haulage system (AHS) in a quarry environment. The milestone demonstrates the safety and productivity of autonomy beyond traditional large mining applications.

“This milestone is a powerful demonstration of what’s possible when we collaborate with our customers to deliver solutions for their critical needs,” said Denise Johnson, group president, resource industries, Caterpillar. “Reaching one million tons hauled autonomously at Bull Run shows that autonomy isn’t just for mining — it’s scalable, reliable and ready to transform the aggregates industry. We’re proud to collaborate with Luck Stone to lead that transformation.”

“This autonomous journey with Caterpillar has been one of the most powerful and transformative projects in our 100year history,” said Charlie Luck, president and CEO, Luck Cos. “What once felt like a dream at our Bull Run site is now a reality — thanks to the trust, collaboration and shared commitment between our teams.

“Reaching the one million tons hauled milestone has engaged every part of our operation, from training and mine

planning to operating efficiency and teamwork, proving that this technology can work, and work well, in a quarry environment. Most importantly, it’s creating opportunities for our associates to grow, lead and be part of something groundbreaking.

“At Luck Stone, our mission is to ignite human potential, and this project is an example of what’s possible when people, purpose and progress come together. We’re grateful to Caterpillar and confident that operators across the country will have a similar experience.”

Strategic Relationship Built On Innovation

The collaboration between Caterpillar and Luck Stone began with a shared vision to transform quarry operations through technology. Bull Run Quarry became the first site in the aggregates industry to deploy Caterpillar’s autonomous Cat 777 trucks, supported by a full autonomy technology stack and site integration services.

Since the initial deployment, the collaboration has focused on validating autonomy along with the people and processes in conditions that are typical in quarry operations but distinct from mining.

Why One Million Tons Matters

Reaching the one million tons hauled autonomously milestone confirms that autonomous haulage can deliver

consistent, repeatable performance. Also it signals how autonomous solutions will address skilled labor shortages, improve site safety, increase operational efficiency and upskill quarry employees to run autonomy.

Strategic Alignment With Customer Backs Innovation

This milestone aligns with Caterpillar’s enterprise strategy in several key areas:

• Customer Back Solutions: Luck Stone’s operational insights helped shape the deployment and refinement of the AHS.

• Productivity: Autonomous trucks have demonstrated improved cycle consistency and reduced idle time.

• Safety: Removing operators from the cab reduces exposure to potential hazards and enhances site control.

• Sustainability: Autonomy enables more efficient fuel use and supports emissions reduction goals.

Looking Ahead

Caterpillar and Luck Stone continue to explore opportunities to expand autonomy across additional sites and applications. The success at Bull Run sets a precedent for the broader aggregates industry and reinforces the companies’ commitment to innovation and operational excellence. For more information, visit cat.com. 

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Caterpillar Inc. and Luck Stone announced a significant milestone in their ongoing collaboration: 1 million tons autonomously hauled at Luck Stone's Bull Run Quarry in Chantilly, Va.

LA Fires Charred Homes Into Piles of Metal and Concrete

By Recycling Them, They’re Given New Life

By Dorany Pineda ASSOCIATED PRESS

Candace Frazee recently walked through the burnt remains of The Bunny Museum in Altadena, Calif., searching for anything that could be salvaged before workers cleared the land.

The Eaton Fire in Southern California in January scorched more than 60,000 bunny objects and memorabilia, leaving behind mounds of ash, steel and concrete littered across the landscape. Giant bunny statues that once greeted guests were left just wiry, hollow skeletons. Her home in the back also was gone.

Yet amid the debris, there are valuable materials being redeemed: Metal, concrete and some trees are being recycled and given new life.

“It’s fantastic. It’s absolutely fantastic,” said Frazee of recycling the materials, who co-founded the museum with her husband. “That’s the right thing to do.”

After the Palisades and Eaton fires scorched entire neighborhoods, the Army Corps of Engineers set up operations to recycle concrete and metal from mostly firedamaged homes. Metal is compacted and concrete is crushed, then trucked to recycling facilities before re-entering the supply chain for future uses. And some trees and shrubs are processed and sold.

“A lot of this material can be reused in future construction, and that’s just good for the environment,” said Col. Sonny Avichal, an Army Corps commander for the Eaton Fire. “And so, there is definitely this notion of, you know, a lot of the stuff that we’re able to recover will actually come back and help rebuild Altadena.”

The agency said these operations have sped up recovery efforts, reduced waste going to landfills and helped lower the number of trucks on the road, but they’ve also sparked some worries. Residents have raised concerns that the work produces or kick up particles into the air. The Army Corps maintains they’re ensuring operations are safe by monitoring air quality and continually watering the sites to minimize dust.

Steel an ‘InfinitelyMaterialRecyclable’

A large dump truck filled with wiry and garbled steel arrived at an Altadena golf course that had been partially burned. The metal pulled from fire-destroyed properties was compacted here before being trucked to a recycling facility where it can be melted, cast and resold. A steel beam can become a steel beam again — or be morphed into a car door or roof panel.

Across the globe, the steel industry represents an estimated 8 percent of planet-warming emissions, and just 1-2 percent in the United States — the fourth-largest steel producer. And according to the American Iron and Steel Institute, a trade association, recycled steel doesn’t lose its quality. Annually, some 60 to 80 million tons of steel scrap are recycled into new products in North America. Every refrigerator that’s recycled reduces 215 lbs. of carbon dioxide emissions, according to the group’s estimates.

“Steel is infinitely recyclable,” said Adina Renee Adler, executive director of the Global Steel Climate Council, an industry group working to reduce carbon emissions.

“It is, in fact, the most recycled material out of everything that we have.”

Adler hopes people who lost homes to the fires will feel a glimmer of hope knowing some of those materials will be given new life. That could be for somebody else, some-

where else, or to build their own homes anew.

Recycling EnvironmentalConcrete’s Perks

The concrete that arrived at these sites is pulverized into large concrete chunks piled 10 ft. high into 1.5-in. and 3-in pieces before being trucked to local construction materials companies.

In its new form, concrete can be used to elevate ground in construction sites, for example, or provide a base layer before pavement is applied, or be used to create concrete again.

Making concrete is responsible for roughly 8 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions and 2 percent in the U.S., most of which come from producing and processing its predecessor, cement.

That’s because coal and other fossil fuels, which emit greenhouse gases when burned,

are the main energy sources for making cement, and the actual chemical reaction that occurs when producing it also releases planet-warming emissions, said Ben Skinner, a manager on the cement and concrete team with RMI, a group working to accelerate the clean energy transition.

But recycling concrete doesn’t substantially lower its carbon footprint, he added. It does, however, have “great environmental impacts” because it reduces the extraction of new raw materials when it’s turned into aggregate — stuff like sand or gravel used to make concrete — while still producing highquality material. It also keeps waste from going to landfills.

Trees Possibly Used in Rebuilding

Large trees were knocked onto homes and parkways from the same powerful winds that sent fires out of control, and the infernos scorched canopies. Trees that fell into ash get sent to landfills. Others that are still standing and pose a safety risk are cut down.

Some logs are sent to local mills to be manufactured into lumber that can be used in the rebuilding process. Others are mulched to become soil amendment, the name for organic matter added to soil to improve its quality, then sold to companies and farmers, said Matthew Long, senior program manager for Environmental Chemical Corp., the contractor running the operations.

Long has done fire recovery work for nearly a decade — including in Hawaii after the Lahaina fires and other California blazes in 2017 and 2018.

“It’s really rewarding work,” he said. “You’re interacting with someone who lost everything daily and helping them move to the next step of recovery.” 

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Crews repair a power line in a fire-ravaged area.

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Metso HRC 8 Crusher Enables Sand Production, Separation

Metso showcased its HRC 8 crusher in bauma 2025 international construction machinery trade fair in Munich, Germany.

With declining sand extraction sites in Europe and reduced permitting for new ones, the supply situation is challenging and transporting sand from distant locations is often not economically viable. The cement industry creates 8 percent of global CO2 emissions. The target is to reduce these emissions by 25 to 55 percent by 2030 and achieve zero-emission cement production by 2050. Currently, up to 20 to 30 percent of recycled materials are used in cement and concrete production.

“The construction industry is moving towards circular economy, and urbanization is expected to drive demand for raw materials to meet the growing global needs,” said Oldemar Meneses, product manager, impactors and sand solutions, aggregates of Metso. “Metso’s HRC 8 offers a proven solution for aggregate producers and contractors, delivering high quality output with excellent gradation and particle shape. It fully meets the specifications for recycled concrete and cement applications. With more than 160 units sold worldwide, the HRC 8 has

received consistently positive feedback from customers, supporting sustainable and efficient production.”

Metso HRC 8 Crusher for Aggregates

Metso HRC 8 for aggregates is available as a stationary crusher or as a part of Nordplant’s pre-designed crushing modules and plants. As a portable model on Nordwheeler, the crusher provides flexibility for relocation based on material location. Due to its energy efficiency, it is included in the Metso plus offering.

The HRC 8 crusher generates low dust emissions and noise levels, saves up to 50 percent energy compared to other technologies and can convert quarry waste and demolition waste (upcycle construction and demolition waste CDW) into high-quality, high-value sellable products, according to Metso. It can release recycled cement from CDW, produce high-quality manufactured sand and improve poor-quality sand, thereby avoiding the use of virgin resources and upcycling quarry waste materials.

For more information, visit metso.com/portfolio/hrc-series/hrc-for-aggregates/. 

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“It's probably slid down 3 feet since the 1.5 years we’ve been there, “Frailey said.

Materials-wise, this work is using wood lagging, metal beams and concrete and asphalt. For the revetment, it's a combination of 8-ton riprap boulders and 6-inch riprap for the topping.

Large Komatsu PC900 and Hitachi 872 excavators are among the heavy iron being used for the wall.

Approximately 40 percent of the rock revetment has been placed. Before that work could begin, bringing equipment down to the beach was the challenge.

“We reach the beach where the road drops down to it, then we drive north along the beach for about 1,000 feet and start placing the boulders,” Frailey said. “Each flatbed can carry two to three boulders which are placed by an excavator. We work when the tides are low, so we have some early morning work. We may start as early as 3 a.m. because when it is high tide, the ocean rises up against the revetment. We are placing the boulders so fast that our suppliers can’t produce them fast enough.”

Thumbs are being attached to the excavators, which is unusual.

“They are usually not on excavators, and they were difficult to find,” Frailey said. “We had to order in advance to place them and grind the rock.”

Myers & Sons has avoided equipment being caught by rising tides.

“We have plans in place in case a piece of equipment breaks down, to bring it out,” Frailey said. “We have a big dozer on standby to drag it off the beach. With the Coastal Commission and environmental regulations, we can’t have equipment out in the ocean as the tide rises.”

The subsurface drainage system installation to slow landslide movement and additional retaining structures will begin once the revetment is completed.

“We're installing a couple of thousand feet of … horizon-

tal drains — lowering them to the side to relieve some of the water pressure,” Frailey said.

The installation plan will likely be based on a directional boring rig with a perforated casing and a directional horizontal drill rig.

“This won't be easy,” Frailey said. “We'll wait for the design and then get our plan of attack. We’ve installed vertical drains but not horizontal ones.”

Myers & Sons’ management team consists of Project Manager Chris Nelson, General Superintendent Scott Wilson and Superintendent Ross Patterson.

“It's a good team dynamic,” Frailey said. “They’ve been working together for years and have 10-plus years’ experience with the company. They work very collaboratively together and efficiently. …

“The crews have been great. A lot of them are from far away and working out of town every week. They stay diligent and work safely. We've had zero incidents on the job for safety and zero recordables.”

The crews are being housed in rented homes and, occasionally, in motels.

Typical days have 25 to 30 Myers & Sons and subcontractor personnel on site. Local subcontractors and suppliers include Wylatti Resource Management, Geo Aggregates, Northern Aggregates, LD Giacomini Enterprises and WIPF Trucking.

Looking after its equipment is a must for Myers & Sons.

“It’s a salty environment and it takes its toll,” Frailey said. “We maintain, grease and lube all the time to make sure we’re rinsing it off. The big rocks we are hauling in are rough on the equipment. We’ve had to make some adjustments on the thumbs on the excavators to the pressure from the weight of the big rocks. We have an on-site mechanic.” 

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Manitou, Hangcha Announce New Lithium-Ion Battery JV

Manitou Group and Hangcha Group announced the signature of an agreement to create a joint venture, specialized in manufacturing and distributing lithium-ion batteries and located in France.

The establishment of this joint venture will be effective after the review and approval by the European competition authorities.

Manitou Group and Hangcha Group have decided to join their strengths, setting up this joint venture that will operate with complete independence, in order to address the lithiumion battery market, bringing new solutions to customers. The objective of this establishment is to help customers to upgrade their lead-acid battery-powered vehicles with longer lasting lithium-ion batteries to expand their operational lifespan.

New product ranges also are concerned, in particular, the Manitou ME LIFT forklifts launched at the end of 2024. This initiative will support Manitou Group’s “LIFT” strategic roadmap to expand its electric offerings and reach 28 percent of units sold by 2030.

Michel Denis, president and CEO of Manitou Group, said: “This creation, undertaken with one of our long-standing partners,

will allow us to accelerate the deployment of our electric industrial vehicle ranges, in line with the ambitions announced during the presentation of our new ‘LIFT’ roadmap. Hangcha’s expertise in battery manufacturing significantly increases our battery production capabilities and fully integrates with our low-carbon trajectory.”

Zhao Limin, chairman and general manager of Hangcha Group, said: “Deepening strategic cooperation with Manitou Group and jointly establishing a lithium battery joint marks a new phase in the partnership between the two sides, which is a milestone in Hangcha global industrial layout. Leveraging Hangcha’s core technological and manufacturing strengths in lithium battery solutions, we will collaboratively enhance solution capability of new energy industrial vehicle power systems.”

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Protecting Your Equipment: Actions You Can Take Today

Equipment theft continues to be a costly challenge in the construction and rental industries.

With estimates showing annual losses ranging from $300 million to $1 billion in North America alone, the financial and operational impacts can be devastating. As July marks National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, it’s the perfect time to evaluate your current security protocols and make meaningful updates. Here are three actions you can take today to better protect your fleet.

Train, Educate Your Employees

Your first line of defense is your team. Conduct regular training sessions to help employees recognize suspicious activity, understand company security protocols and report any concerns promptly. Everyone — from operators to administrative staff — should know the procedures for locking up equipment, securing keys and verifying authorized use. When employees are engaged in your theft prevention strategy, your entire operation becomes more secure.

Leverage Telematics Like Bobcat’s Machine IQ

Smart technology can do more than boost productivity — it can significantly improve

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• Health Hazards in Construction (HHC)

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• CLC Leadership Development Conference

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equipment security. Bobcat’s Machine IQ telematics platform gives you 24/7 access to your vital machine information, including machines’ location, fuel and operating usage, all from your computer or mobile device.

Machine IQ’s security features include motion detection, geofence and curfew alerts, plus remote engine disable/enable (REDE)

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AGC Phone Number: 703/548-3118

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ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN CONTRACTORS (AWC)

September Member Mingle – Hosted by Satellite Shelters

Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Time: 3:00 PM (CST) – 5:00 PM (CST)

Place: Satellite Shelters 9949 79th Ct NE, Otsego, MN 55362

Registration will start on Thursday, August 14, at 7:00 AM.

Registration will close on Monday, September 8, at 5:00 PM. If registration has closed and you still wish to attend, please email admin@awcmn.org.

Member Mingles are our monthly networking events. They are hosted by our members, for AWC members only.

On the second Wednesday of each month, we visit a different member’s office for two (2) hours of open-house-style networking with your fellow industry professionals. Our Mission

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

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1337 Saint Clair Avenue, 4, Saint Paul, MN 55105

Phone: 651/489-2221

Associated General Contractors (AGC)

AGC 2025 Sporting Clays Fundraiser

Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Venue: Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club

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Phone: 703/548-3118

capability. Accessible through the Bobcat owner portal and Machine IQ mobile app, this standout feature lets you remotely disable the engine of any machine if unauthorized use is suspected.

Even if the machine is running, it will shift to a near-standstill in de-rate mode, helping you stop theft in its tracks. Combined with

Please join us at the 26th Annual AGC of Minnesota Sporting Clays Fundraiser to benefit the AGC of Minnesota Foundation!

Registration includes 100 rounds of sporting clays, foam earplugs, beverages on the course, social hour snacks, dinner, and awards. Lunch is not included in registration; however, the restaurant at the Club will be open for lunch from 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM. Please notify your guests to plan accordingly. Teams with fewer than 5 shooters may be combined with other single shooters. Shooters should bring safety glasses and shotgun shells. Guns are available for a $20 rental fee. If you register more than one team, please register with teams separately. Awards will be presented to the Top Woman, Top Fun, and Top Team!

Let’s Play Some Games!

Part of the fun of our tournament is the friendly competition that takes place out on the course. We have three (3) separate games of skill and chance. Hit the targets, and your name goes into a drawing for cash prizes.

Schedule:

11:30 AM Registration

12:40 PM Course Safety Talk

1:00 PM Shotgun Start

5:00 PM Social Hour (Silent Auction closes at 5:30)

5:45 PM Awards and Drawings

6:00 PM Dinner

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Sponsors, Donors, and Hosts will be recognized at the event, on the AGC Website and in communications.

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Phone: 651/491-3747

Email: Lisa Larson llarson@agcmn.org

Independent Equipment Dealers Association

2025 IEDA Midyear Meeting

Who We Are

The Independent Equipment Dealer’s Association (IEDA) is a self-regulating network of Independent Dealers in the used equipment industry who pride themselves on being reputable, highly qualified professionals buying and selling heavy equipment worldwide. All members must apply for membership and be approved by the IEDA Board of Directors. 2025 IEDA Midyear Meeting We’re Awesome in Austin!

fault code and maintenance alerts, as well as detailed location history, Machine IQ and other telematics systems give you powerful tools to manage and protect your fleet from virtually anywhere.

Conduct Regular Security Audits

Schedule routine security audits to assess risks, review current protections and identify gaps. These evaluations can include site surveys, threat assessments and vulnerability checks. Consider bringing in third-party security experts to provide a fresh perspective and suggest new solutions. Staying proactive and informed about the latest theft trends and security technologies ensures your defenses evolve with the threats.

It’s important to protect what keeps you moving. Preventing theft is essential to maintain uptime and preserve productivity. Focusing on employee awareness, advanced telematics like Bobcat’s Machine IQ, and regular security assessments will allow you to build a more resilient operation that’s ready to meet today’s security challenges head-on.

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Dates: Thursday, September 11, 2025 –Friday, September 12, 2025 Place: Fairmont Hotel Austin 101 Red River Street Austin, TX 78710

Phone: 512/600-2000

Everything you want and deserve from an IEDA Business Meeting: Fantastic networking with successful independent equipment dealers. Business program covering economic, industry, and dealership intelligence. Our famous Welcome Party with live music. Incredible dinner in downtown Austin. Round of golf Thursday morning – fly in on Wednesday. Luxury accommodation at Fairmount Austin.

The Event is open to IEDA Members only.

If you would like to apply for IEDA membership: https://iedagroup.com/levels -of-membership/ Registration fees include Welcome Party, Business Program, Member Dinner.

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WANTED (US): STERLING DUMP TRUCKS, ALL MODELS; LOOKING FOR A ROTARY HI RAIL DUMP TRUCK, PRE EMISSIONS, ANY MAKE/MODEL. EMAIL: MURPHYCONTRACTORS@YAHOO.COM PHONE: 860-324-9693

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\WANTED (US): CUMMINS GENERATORS, ALL MODELS. LARGE PORTABLE OR STATIONARY GENERATORS IN ANY CONDITION — CAT, CUMMINS, DETROIT, MTU, PERKINS, VOLVO (DIESEL OR NATURAL GAS) CAN REMOVE IF NEEDED. EMAIL: MICHSURPLUS@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 201-679-6437

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WHEEL LOADERS, MODELS WA 600-3 AND WA 600-6 2014 OR UP MODELS. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: +923331234598

WANTED (PA): CAT OR CASE BACKHOE LOADERS, ANY CONDITION. EMAIL: DEALER.SALES11@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 717-621-3470

WANTED (TX): INGERSOLL RAND 185CWJD AIR COMPRESSOR, NEW. EMAIL: DAVID@FELDERWW.COM; PHONE: 713-542-0458

WANTED (US): HATZ ENGINE - E71 HATZ DIESEL ENGINE, RUNNING OR PARTS EMAIL: AILEENLOZZI@ME.COM; PHONE: 717-806-8969

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CATERPILLAR MOTOR GRADERS, MODEL 12G,14G,140G,140H ETC. RUNNING OR NON RUNNING UNITS. EMAIL: IUKANDCO@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +92-333-1234598

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): VOLVO WHEEL LOADERS - LOOKING TO BUY VOLVO L320 , L330 OR L350F, YEAR ABOVE 2013. MUST BE RUNNER/NONRUNNER. EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923445757577

WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 80Z, 85Z, 90Z EMAIL: EQUIPMENTDESTINY@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +1 346 484 0369

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): ENGINE FOR A TRACK-TYPE TRACTOR - CAT D6R XL SERIES II - ENGINE C9 - SERIAL #: 4ZF10784 EMAIL: MILANZOLL@INCOMERH.COM

WANTED (US): CAT 983-B; KOEHRING 1066, RUNNING OR NOT; GRADALL ON TRACKS, RUNNING OR NOT; DRESSER 250-E CRAWLER LOADER. CALL 267-738-5984

WANTED (MA): CATERPILLAR 308E2CR QC EXCAVATOR. EMAIL: KKNOPE@DEFELICECORP.COM

WANTED (US): MISC. CATERPILLAR ATTACHMENTS. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE IT COUPLER ATTACHMENTS & JOHN DEERE 644K FORKS (JRB COUPLER) TO ENHANCE OUR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. ITEMS REQUIRED TO BE IN GOOD, WELL-MAINTAINED CONDITION. PREFERRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SIDE DUMP BUCKETS (LEFT AND RIGHT), BROOM ATTACHMENT, EXTENDABLE BOOM ATTACHMENT FORKS. PHONE: 484-781-2958

EMAIL: JWALSH@JAMESTOHARAINC.COM

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): DRESSER 125E CRAWLER DOZERS - LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE BOSCH VA PUMP OR HEAD AND ROTOR. EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (FL): COTTRELL TRAILERS, ALL MODELS. EMAIL: WILFREORLANDO@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): JOHN DEERE BROOMS / SWEEPERS, ALL MODELS. MID-SIZED JOHN DEERE OR HYUNDAI EXCAVATOR PLUMBED AND WITH CONCRETE PULVERIZER. EMAIL: NEWYORKCWS@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 973-956-8854

WANTED (PA): NEW HOLLAND ATTACHMENTS - 7614 LOADER ATTACHMENT FOR NH TRACTOR. EMAIL: KEVCOOKENTERPRISES@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 814-386-5541

WANTED (US): ALL MODELS DITCH WITCH VACUUM/EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT EMAIL: BILL@DITCHWITCHNEWMEXICO.COM

WANTED (US): KAWASAKI WHEEL LOADERS 85ZV , 90ZV , 90ZIV , 95ZV. ALSO SEARCHING FOR KOMATSU WA470-3 , WA600-3 , WA600-6. RUNNING OR NON-RUNNING CONDITION. EMAIL: ALADNANENT@GMAIL.COM PHONE: +923445757577

WANTED (NC); CLARK ECX 25 FORKLIFT. EMAIL: JBSSERVICES37@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (AL): KOMATSU 12 INCH BUCKET, PC35 EMAIL: JSGODSEY78@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 205-485-4605

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• Online

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• Online September 13 - 14, 2025

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• Online

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Thurs., September 4, 2025

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• Online

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• Online

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• Online

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Bill Makes Entire Bonus Depreciation Permanent

BILL from page 25

Foreign R&D expenditure remains subject to a 15-year amortization period, according to the legislation.

Contractor’s investing in design innovation, engineering processes or construction technology may now fully deduct qualifying R&D costs in the year incurred.

Smaller and mid-sized firms should assess whether they are eligible for retroactive deductions under the catch-up provision. Otherwise, they must choose to amend prior years’ returns in order to recoup taxes paid.

Exception to Percentage-ofCompletion Method for Residential Construction

The Percentage-of-Completion Method (PCM) now includes residential construction contracts involving more than four dwelling units. This includes multi-family buildings and condominium developments. Previously, this exception applied only to buildings with four or fewer units.

Oliveri said the change makes for a broader range of residential projects to use the completed-contract method. This in turn enables contractors “to defer income recognition until substantial completion,” he added.

“This may result in greater flexibility in tax planning and improved cash flow for developers and builders engaged in largerscale residential construction.”

Opportunity Zone Incentives

The Opportunity Zone (OZ) program becomes permanent under the OBBBA. It replaces the original sunset date of Dec. 31, 2026.

Rolling 10-year designation cycles, beginning on July 1, 2026, are provided for. Governors can name new zones every 10 years, each lasting a decade.

The law also introduces enhanced compliance and reporting requirements for Qualified Opportunity Funds (QOFs). This includes annual IRS disclosures and public reporting on community impact.

“The extended OZ framework may increase project volume in designated areas, in affordable housing, infrastructure and commercial development,” said Oliveri.

All this while offering investors longterm tax incentives that drive demand for construction services. Contractors should track regional OZ designations, he added.

They also should “consider partnering with developers or funds targeting these areas to capture future project opportunities.”

Estate, Gift Tax Exemption Made Permanent

The OBBBA permanently increases the federal lifetime estate, gift and generationskipping transfer (GST) tax exemption to $15 million per individual.

The figure goes up to $30 million per married couple and is indexed annually for inflation beginning in 2026. The provision replaces the prior exemption, which was scheduled to sunset and revert to approximately $7 million per person.

“This change provides long-term certainty for high-net-worth individuals and family-owned construction businesses engaged in succession planning,” said Oliveri. “The expanded exemption offers a valuable opportunity to transfer ownership interests, real estate or other appreciating assets with reduced estate tax exposure.”

How Construction Companies Can Benefit

Oliveri urged businesses in the construction industry to assess how these provisions may impact their operations and tax strategies.

“To stay ahead, businesses should evaluate their accounting methods, including contract types and gross receipts thresholds,” he said.

These evaluations should identify opportunities for method changes or simplification. Businesses should update capital budgets in light of permanent 100-percent bonus depreciation and expanded Section 179 expensing.

Eligibility for R&D expensing should be assessed, especially for firms with under $31 million in average gross receipts that may benefit from retroactive deductions.

“Model interest expense limitations and consider restructuring debt or operations to preserve deductibility,” said Oliveri. “Review entity structure and PTET participation to maximize pass-through tax benefits under the new rules.”

He urged contractors to revisit succession and ownership transition plans, taking into account the permanent estate and gift tax exemption.

“The OBBBA represents a significant shift in federal tax policy with far-reaching implications for the construction industry,” said Oliveri. “As with any significant legislative change, thorough planning and scenario modeling are essential to capitalize on new opportunities and adjust your strategy accordingly.”

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