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Powell Constructors Seismically Retrofits Four Calif. Bridges

By Irwin Rapoport CEG CORRESPONDENT

Earthquakes are a concern in parts of California, and to ensure its infrastructure can withstand major seismic activity, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) designs roads and bridges to protect its network.

Yet over the past few decades, the Los Angeles County area has experienced several earthquakes in which older infrastructure was damaged.

So, in late 2024, Caltrans announced a $30 million seismic retrofitting project to improve four bridges along State Route 91, Interstate 110 and Interstate 710. Powell Constructors started work on Dec. 9, 2024, with the entire project anticipated to be completed by fall 2026.

“The project addresses potential seismic vulnerabilities and modernizes safety and electrical equipment at four bridges located in the cities of Compton and Long Beach, and the San Pedro community in the city of Los Angeles,” said Nathan Bass, Caltrans public information officer.

“These enhancements will preserve the structural integrity of the bridges and increase commuter safety. This project was initiated in 2015. Construction follows a years-long developmental process, during which the project was designed, and Caltrans

The Echo Summit Bridge reworking in 2022 provides guidance for ongoing bridge seismic retrofitting.

AED Sets Visionary Goals for Equipment Technology Careers

By Lucy Perry CEG CORRESPONDENT

Working with dealers and manufacturers, the distributors of the heavy equipment industry are on a mission to make careers in equipment technology more attractive to a younger pool of workers.

Through its Vision 2025 initiative, the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Foundation believes it can draw a large number of workers willing and able to take on more significant roles while creating a pipeline for the industry’s next generation of qualified technicians.

see CAREERS page 30

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8 OSU MEDICAL CENTER HOLDS EXPANSION GROUNDBREAKING

Officials on March 13, 2025, broke ground on a $175 million expansion to the Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla., according to the Tulsa Regional Chamber of Commerce.

8 TULSA, ODOT HOST CEREMONY FOR ‘TULSA STONEHENGE’ START

The city of Tulsa and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking for the Interstate 44/U.S. 75 on April 23, 2025.

10 METSO DISTRIBUTORS TEAM UP TO ENHANCE CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Metso Corp. announced a strategic realignment of its distributor network as two distributors in the U.S. have joined forces. ICM Solutions’ acquisition of Compass Equipment will strengthen Metso’s distribution and service capabilities.

12 AGC WELCOMES MEMBERS TO CONVENTION IN COLUMBUS, OHIO

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) hosted its 2025 annual convention in Columbus, Ohio, April 8–10 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

16 WAUKESHA-PEARCE NOW TRIMBLE OUTLET SERVING TEXAS, LOUISIANA

Trimble announced that Waukesha-Pearce Industries LLC. is the newest construction equipment dealer to become a Trimble Technology outlet. WPI will now sell Trimble aftermarket grade control technology,

16 EXODUS GLOBAL PARTNERS WITH VOLVO AT NDA’S LIVE DEMO

Exodus Global and its family of companies — ShearCore, OilQuick Americas, Connect Work Tools, RockZone Americas and BladeCore — partnered with Volvo Construction Equipment at the National Demolition Association Live Demo.

18 NASCC 2025: STEEL INDUSTRY’S PREMIER EVENT IN LOUISVILLE, KY.

19 DIAMOND MOWERS’

MINI-BRUSH CUTTER PRO X: NEW STANDARD

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20 FAE INTRODUCES RQL/HY FORESTRY MULCHER, TOUTS VERSATILITY

FAE technology is now available for powerpack vehicles and wheeled excavators from 10 tons to 15 tons with the introduction of the new RQL/HY forestry mulcher.

24 CATERPILLAR BOLSTERS LINEUP WITH NEXT GENERATION MH3032

Positioned to plug the gap between the MH3026 and MH3040, both already on the next generation platform, the new MH3032 calls on the same criteria to deliver performance, durability and reliability.

24 N&S TRACTOR ADDS CASE MACHINES IN CALIF., ORE., NEV.

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26 CAT’S JIM UMPLEBY TO BECOME EXEC. CHAIRMAN; JOE CREED NEXT CEO

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OSU Medical Center Holds Expansion Groundbreaking

Officials on March 13, 2025, broke ground on a $175 million expansion to the Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla., according to the Tulsa Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The 180,000-sq.-ft. project will include eight new surgical suites, a pharmaceutical research lab and a sky bridge that connects OSU Medical Center to the James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center. The latter is under construction across the street. Dewberry is providing architectural services.

“What we do in this building and what we will do in the new building will change Oklahoma for generations to come,” OSU Medical Center President Finny Mathew said. “The minds that we mature, the hands that we teach will go out into the rural communities, will go out into cities and will heal people and continue to make Oklahoma the thriving state that it is today.”

“Last week, we opened a 1,000-spot parking garage,” Mathews said, according to fox23.com. “It’s a $30 million project on campus, so between the groundbreaking today and the garage we opened, it’s over $200 million on construction just on our campus and, if you look at the academic medical district as a whole, which include the VA across the street and the state mental health hospital, it’s over $500 million in construction just in our little corner of downtown.”

Matthew said that Oklahoma ranks first nationally in the percentage of medical school graduates practicing in health professional shortage areas and 10th in medical school graduates practicing in rural areas, according to the Tulsa Regional Chamber.

“When we think about what these people will do in their communities, the lives they will save, and the economic impact they will have going forward, it’s exponential for the state,” he said.

More than 100 people attended the event.

“The OSU Medical Center has long been a cornerstone of health care in our region, providing critical care to thousands of patients every year and serving as a leading teaching hospital for future physicians,” said Mike Neal, president and CEO of the Tulsa Regional Chamber. “With this expansion, we are ensuring that our city remains at the forefront of medical innovation and training.”

The expansion is part of a $600 million medical campus that includes the Inhofe VA Medical Center, an inpatient

mental health facility and the OSU Pharmaceutical Research Lab and Clinical Center, according to Johnny Stephens, interim president of OSU-Tulsa and president of the OSU Center for Health Sciences.

The Tulsa World reported that the medical district work is the largest construction project in downtown Tulsa since the Williams Center in the 1970s.

“This designation as a teaching hospital is important,” Stephens said of the OSU Medical Center project. “And it’s become pretty rare in our country to have a true teaching hospital so directly connected to a medical school. We’re very fortunate, indeed, to have OSUMC as our trusted partner, along with Saint Francis Health System, to really make it the best that it can be.” 

Tulsa, ODOT Host Ceremony for ‘Tulsa Stonehenge’ Start

The city of Tulsa and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking for the Interstate 44/U.S. 75 on April 23, 2025.

The $252 million project was awarded in October 2024 by the Oklahoma Transportation Commission to Manhattan Road & Bridge of Tulsa. The project is partly funded by $95 million in federal grants, according to newson6.com.

The project will complete the interchange where empty bridge piers have stood since the completion of an earlier phase of construction in early 2023. The empty piers on site were constructed in an earlier phase due to available funding and to save construction time as well as reduce traffic impacts during the remaining work. The construction of the bridge piers costs $90 million, according to klaw.com.

Since that time, Green County residents have dubbed the interchange as “Traffic Henge” or “Tulsa Stonehenge.”

“All of the piers right there, the traffic henge that everybody likes to call them, those are going to be completed and they’re going to have flyover ramps and everything,” said T.J. Gerlach, spokesperson of ODOT, to fox23.com.

Gerlach told fox23.com that the existing cloverleaf design was outdated.

“There’s way too much traffic there for safety and for efficiency, and so we need to redesign it and build a whole new interchange using the fly over ramps just to be able to move traffic more efficiently through there and make sure it’s safe for everybody,” Gerlach said.

Aside from completing the reconfiguration of the I-44/U.S.-75 interchange, other improvements during this phase include:

• widening U.S. 75 between 71st Street and 41st Street;

• replacing the U.S. 75 interchange at 61st Street;

• building a new frontage road between 61st Street and Skelly Drive;

• extending and connecting 51st St. under U.S. 75; and

• adding a pedestrian bridge over the railroad along 51st Street near Elwood Avenue.

A future project will complete the widening of I-44 between the I-44/I-244 Western Split and the Arkansas River.

U.S. Sen. James Lankford, Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols, Tulsa City Council Chair Phil Lakin Jr., Tulsa County Commissioner Lonnie Sims and ODOT Executive Director Tim Gatz spoke at the event. Fox23news.com said the project is ODOT’s most expensive project to date in the state. 

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A rendering of the Oklahoma State University Medical Center expansion.

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Metso Distributors Team Up to Enhance Customer Support

Metso Corp. announced a strategic realignment of its distributor network as two well-established distributors in the U.S. have joined forces.

ICM Solutions’ acquisition of Compass Equipment will further strengthen Metso’s distribution and service capabilities, providing customers with enhanced local expertise and support.

This acquisition expands ICM’s authorized distribution sales and service territory with Metso to include northern California and the entirety of Nevada. The combined operations will serve an expanded territory, ensuring that customers continue to receive products and aftersales service.

“We are very pleased about this development in Metso’s network of trusted distributors and congratulate the new, stronger ICM,” said Steve Cianci, vice president of Americas distribution management. “By combining Compass’s expertise with ICM’s extensive industry experience and coverage, this acquisition brings new opportunities for customers throughout the region.”

“ICM is thrilled to welcome Compass Equipment’s team, customers and legacy into the ICM family,” said Scott Gardner, president of ICM. “We are committed to a seamless transition for Compass customers while maintaining the high standards they’ve come to expect.”

AGC Welcomes Members to Convention in Columbus, Ohio

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) hosted its 2025 annual convention in Columbus, Ohio, April 8–10 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. This event offers construction professionals an opportunity to enhance their knowledge, forge critical industry connections and navigate the evolving landscape of construction regulations and innovations.

Attendees participated in more than 30 expert-led educational sessions covering a broad spectrum of topics, including emerging technologies, workforce development, risk management and industry regulations. These sessions are designed to provide valuable insights that help contractors position their businesses for success in a competitive market.

A highlight of the convention was the Buckeye VIP Lounge, an exclusive area for AGC Ohio members to network, recharge devices and enjoy refreshments. Additionally, AGC of Ohio members were invited to a special reception at Parlay Kitchen & Bar on April 8, sponsored by Taft Law.

The convention also featured a comprehensive expo with hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest in construction technology, equipment and services. This provided attendees with hands-on experiences and opportunities to discover innovative solutions to enhance their operations.

Construction professionals were able to take advantage of the wealth of knowledge, networking opportunities and industry insights that this event promises.

For more information, visit agc.org.  CEG

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(L-R) are Cassidy Bruns, communications coordinator of OCA; Dave Coniglio, director of labor relations and safety affairs of OCA; Parker Brown, director of the education foundation of the AGC of Ohio; Daniel Edwards, CEO of AGC of Ohio; and Carissa Hershey, director of communications and membership of AGC of Ohio. The Buckeye VIP Lounge, hosted by AGC of Ohio and Ohio Contractors Association offered a premier networking space at the AGC Convention, welcoming current and prospective members.

Tim Isaac (L), sales territory manager and Tony Little, territory sales manager, both of Company Wrench, drew attention highlighting the company’s robust lineup of demolition and construction equipment, including their full line of JCB machines. Attendees engaged with the Company Wrench team to learn more about solutions designed to tackle the toughest jobsite demands.

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(L-R): CMiC’s Matthew Lasher, Michael Ranucci and Luke Varrasso engaged attendees with the company’s cloud-based construction ERP platform. Visitors explored how CMiC’s integrated financial and project management solutions help streamline operations and improve collaboration across construction teams.

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Waukesha-Pearce Now Trimble Outlet Serving Texas, Louisiana

National Demolition Association... Exodus Global Companies Partners With Volvo CE at NDA’s Live Demonstration

Trimble announced that WaukeshaPearce Industries LLC. is the newest construction equipment dealer to become a Trimble Technology outlet.

WPI will now sell Trimble aftermarket grade control technology to customers using Komatsu and Yanmar earthmoving equipment, including dozers, excavators, miniexcavators, motor graders and compact track loaders.

Trimble technology from WPI includes the Trimble Works subscription, which provides an easy entry-point, predictable monthly payment, upgrade flexibility, software and firmware maintenance and more, according to Trimble.

Trimble Technology outlets are a new part of Trimble’s civil construction distribution strategy. By adding authorized resellers representing a wide variety of manufacturers to the Trimble distribution channel, it becomes easier for users of all machine types to buy, install and use Trimble technology for improved job site productivity and profitability, according to Trimble. WPI is dedicated to providing customers with essential technology for their earthmoving equipment.

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“WPI has been evolving to provide its customers with the most innovative solu-

tions in the construction industry for more than 100 years and we are excited that the next phase of that evolution includes selling Trimble technology,” said Ron Bisio, senior vice president, field systems of Trimble.

“Our goal is to make our technology accessible to users of all machine types through a network of new Trimble Technology outlets and we are moving quickly to make that vision a reality.”

“Establishing ourselves as a Trimble Technology outlet will enhance our ability to meet customers’ technology needs, allowing us to provide customized solutions and exceptional service,” said Lloyd French IV, divisional president of WPI. “Working with Trimble enables us to build deeper alliances with our existing customers and help forge new business relationships, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to growth and success.”

Trimble’s grade control systems integrate sensors, software and automation features to empower operators to work more productively. From the precise positioning of buckets and other implements, to the optimization of equipment usage, Trimble technology helps improve accuracy and safety while reducing equipment wear-and-tear and fuel consumption, according to Trimble.

For more information, visit wpi.com/construction/smart-construction/. 

Exodus Global partnered with Volvo Construction Equipment

Demolition Association Live Demo.

“This collaboration brings together cutting-edge technology and industry-leading expertise to showcase the future of demolition,” said the company. “Attendees will witness firsthand how our innovative attachments, combined with Volvo’s powerful equipment, enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity on the job site. Don’t miss this opportunity to see the latest advancements revolutionizing the demolition industry.”

Here’s what visitors could see in action:

• Volvo EC18 Electric with a CWT CHG2 hydraulic breaker;

• Volvo ECR88D with the all-new Connect Work Tools CS15 mobile shear (debuting at the live demo);

• Volvo EC400FSB equipped with an OilQuick OQ80 quick coupler, Connect Work Tools CWP3000R pulverizer, and ShearCore FC35 concrete processor;

• Volvo EC400FHR with an OilQuick

OQ80, ShearCore FC25 concrete processor and FS25 mobile shear;

• Volvo EC500FHR with an OilQuick OQ90 quick coupler, Connect Work Tools

This collaboration brings together cutting-edge technology and industry-leading expertise to showcase the future of demolition...

CG40 grapple and ShearCore FS45 mobile shear; and

• Volvo EC950 with a ShearCore FS95 mobile shear. 

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WPI will now sell Trimble aftermarket grade control technology to customers using Komatsu and Yanmar earthmoving equipment.

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NASCC 2025: Steel Industry’s Premier Event in Louisville, Ky.

The North American Steel Construction Conference (NASCC) was held in Louisville, Ky., April 2-4, 2025, at the Kentucky International Convention Center. Organized by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), this annual event is a cornerstone for professionals involved in the design and construction of steel structures.

The Steel Conference offered an extensive program featuring more than 270 technical sessions providing attendees with up to 16 professional development hours (PDHs). A specialized short course was available offering an additional four PDHs.

The conference also included a vast exhibition hall with more than 300 exhibitors showcasing the latest in steel construction products and services. This year’s conference hosted several co-located events,

including the World Steel Bridge Symposium, QualityCon, NISD Detailing Conference, SafetyCon, Architecture in Steel and the SSRC’s Annual Stability Conference. These events provided attendees with a comprehensive view of the industry’s latest advancements and best practices.

The conference attracted more than 6,000 industry professionals, including designers, fabricators, researchers and contractors. It also provided networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with peers and industry leaders.

For more information, visit nascc.aisc.org.  CEG

Steel Dynamics drew a steady crowd at its bustling booth during the 2025 NASCC. As a sponsor of the event, the company showcased its latest advancements in steel production and construction solutions, engaging with industry professionals throughout the conference.

Sean Smith, market development manager of New Millennium Building Systems, introduced the company’s RED (rolling electric deck), designed to streamline and improve installation of interlocking steel B-deck.

Lincoln Electric’s booth was a lively hotspot at the Steel Conference, where attendees explored welding and automation solutions while enjoying fun beverages and vibrant networking opportunities with industry peers.

Sherwin-Williams’ Nate Brulport (L), product manager, and Russell Norris, market segment manager, fire protection, made a strong impression at the 2025 Steel Conference in Louisville, Ky., with a vibrant and engaging booth. Showcasing advanced coating technologies designed for structural steel protection, the team connected with engineers, fabricators and specifiers.

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Diamond Mowers’ Mini-Brush Cutter Pro X: New Standard

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Modeled after Diamond's brush cutter Pro X, the minibrush cutter Pro X is engineered to provide stand-on users — from farmers and construction contractors to landscapers and land management professionals — with another tool for their equipment toolbox.

This attachment transforms a stand-on or stand-behind track loader into a powerful land-clearing tool that tackles trees, cuts through dense brush and grinds stumps to groundlevel, empowering operators to take on a broader range of tasks and jobs, according to Diamond Mowers.

“This attachment is engineered specifically for the miniskid steer market and adds a new dimension of capability that empowers operators to clear land faster, reduce manual labor and maximize their equipment investment,” said Nate Cleveringa, vice president, engineering and product management of Diamond Mowers. “It packs all the power and performance of our brush cutter Pro X in a streamlined profile designed for those who value relentless durability and optimal versatility.”

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“The spindle system replaces the more traditional gearbox, which can be prone to wear and tear under heavy loads,” said Cleveringa. “This design reduces mechanical complexity, resulting in greater durability during heavy-duty operations.”

The steel construction of the mini-Pro X is 25 percent thicker for enhanced durability, according to Diamond Mowers. Furthermore, the offset design of the bolt-on attachment plate allows operators to shift the plate across the front of their carriers to minimize track marks that would normally be left behind. This is particularly useful for precision tasks such as trail clearing or vegetation management near sensitive areas and affords greater flexibility when maneuvering in tight spaces and working near edges, fences or other obstacles.

said Cleveringa. “It replaces manual clearing and empowers operators to tackle a wide range of tasks efficiently and reliably without needing to call in additional trades,” said Cleveringa. “This versatility leads to greater productivity and profitability.”

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bonate safety glass shields operators from flying debris and other potential hazards during operation, according to the company.

• hydraulic hose protection — hoses are enclosed in a thin spiral wrap, offering safeguarding, an enhanced level of durability, and resistance to wear and tear, according to the company.

• castle nut fasteners — providing an added layer of protection, the castle nut system locks cutting blades in place and positions them closest to the ground during operation. Under significant stress or impact, the secure fit reduces vibrations and ensures that, in the event of a blade compromise, failure is isolated to the blade and the attachment continues to operate safely, according to the company.

“Reliability and performance are crucial for professionals working in challenging environments and were top priorities in the design of this attachment,” said Cleveringa. “Field testing has shown that the spindle-driven double blades and castle nut system perform well in rigorous conditions. The design handles heavy workloads and minimizes downtime by reducing the frequency of maintenance and repairs.”

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The steel construction of the mini-Pro X is 25 percent thicker for enhanced durability, according to Diamond Mowers.

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Diamond Mowers introduced the mini-brush cutter Pro X, delivering precision, power and reliability in one compact package.

FAE Introduces Its New RQL/HY Forestry Mulcher, Touts Versatility

FAE technology is now available for powerpack vehicles and wheeled exca-

vators from 10 tons to 15 tons with the introduction of the new RQL/HY forestry mulcher.

The RQL/HY can shred grass, shrubs and trees up to 6 in. in diameter. It can be used to control vegetation along roadsides, railroad tracks, canals, rivers and lakes; to manage and protect wildlife habitats; and to maintain commercial parks and sports grounds.

“The RQL/HY’s direct drive motor minimizes maintenance and allows for a highly compact machine design, enhancing maneuverability,” said FAE. “The head’s clean profile and compact build are further achieved through the integration of a hydraulic block with a flow regulator valve built into the motor, along with a thumb bracket in the frame. The head is designed for high productivity, durability and easy maintenance.”

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Mecbo America Introduces Its New Versatile Tracked Concrete Pumps

Mecbo America announced the launch of two products to the American market: the Cartrack P6 and P7.

These concrete pumps pair a powerful electric or diesel pump with a crawler undercarriage to maximize mobility and maneuverability on the job site.

The 150-hp P6 and 180-hp P7 place concrete at volumes of 104 to 144 cu. yds. per hour, making them an ideal solution for a wide variety of applications, including continuous flight augering, drilling, tunneling and commercial construction. A simple toggle radio remote control provides smooth handling and efficient operation, eliminating the issues seen when touchscreens interact with concrete covered gloves.

“Track-mounted pumps are not new to this market, but what we’ve done is add Mecbo’s patented Pulsar pump, which offers more power and lower maintenance demands,” said Blastcrete co-CEO Scott Knighton.

Mecbo’s patented Pulsar pump system features a long stroke, allowing the pump to push more concrete with less movement. That translates to greater output with less wear and tear on the pump, according to the company. In addition, the smooth pump performance virtually eliminates pressure fluctuation even when pumping long distances.

“With more than 75 years in the concrete pumping business, our team understands what customers want; and we work hard to give the best functionality to ensure easy and maintenance-free operation,” Knighton said. “They don’t need bells and whistles; they need a simple, rugged, efficient system.”

All Mecbo America products are serviced by trained and experienced service technicians and application specialists at Blastcrete Equipment LLC, according to the company. A full array of common wear parts are housed at the Blastcrete facility in Anniston, Ala., for fast and convenient shipping anywhere in the Americas, drastically reducing downtime. When working with Mecbo America, operators benefit from

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Both the Cartrack P6 and P7 feature two hatches to make routine maintenance easier. The Cartrack series can come with an optional water pump, compressor, hopper screen vibrator for harsh mixes, radio remote control and pipelines and accessories for specialized projects.

Mecbo America offers the P6 and P7 with several customization options. Both come standard with a crawler undercarriage but also can be installed on wheels or trucks. The diesel models have a soundproofing option for work at times and in areas where noise reduction is important. Safety was prioritized in designing the P6 and P7, as both feature a walkway with steps, handrails and lights.

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Caterpillar Bolsters Lineup With Next Generation MH3032 Material Handler

is strengthening its lineup of material handlers with the launch of the Cat Next Generation MH3032 material handler.

Caterpillar is strengthening its lineup of material handlers with the launch of the Cat Next Generation MH3032 material handler.

Positioned to plug the gap between the MH3026 and MH3040, both already on the next generation platform, the new MH3032 calls on the same criteria to deliver performance, durability and reliability in a 30 MT technology-driven design.

“Material handling is all about efficiency,” said Vincent Migeotte, Caterpillar senior product and sales consultant.

“How can you move and sort materials — waste, scrap or recycling — in as little time as possible, with as few moves as possible, using as little fuel as possible, and all without compromising safety or operator comfort?

“That’s the essential principle of our next gen architecture,” he added. “Keeping control over operating costs, without sacrificing performance. It’s those parameters that come to the forefront in the MH3032.”

With a near-15 m reach, the MH3032 is available with both drop-nose and straight-stick options for maximum configurability. Typical scrap materials are no challenge for the standard Cat orange-peel grapple with its 1 m³ capacity, while a 20 kW generator option puts magnet attachments into play for even greater onsite versatility, according to Caterpillar.

“Ease of operation and optimum productivity are provided by Cat Payload, the built-in technology that allows operators to see how much they’re lifting in each load and to constantly monitor tonnage output, said Caterpillar. “Also fitted as standard on the MH3032 is Cat 2D E-fence, which keeps the arm within a predefined work area away from the

elevated cab, providing greater operator confidence while protecting the machine from damage and helping improve site safety. This is combined with a new Swing Assist feature, which automatically stops the swing motion at an operator-defined preset point.”

“Technologies like these not only help reduce the operator fatigue associated with repetitive tasks but also help improve site safety,” said Migeotte. “Optimized movements also mean incremental improvements to time and fuel consumption.”

The safety theme continues into the material handler cab, where an in-cab monitor displays dual external camera views to maximize visibility and hazard awareness, according to Caterpillar.

Although the MH3032 joins the material handler lineup as a completely new model, it uses components common to the rest of the MH3000 Next Generation range.

Power for the MH3032 follows the same principle: its Cat C7.1 engine is one of Caterpillar’s most modular — and most compact — power units, meeting U.S. EPA Tier IV Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards or emitting equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier III and EU Stage IIIA based on regional availability, according to Caterpillar. Deployed in the MH3032, it’s coupled with long-life filters, fewer hoses and fewer check points to allow extended maintenance intervals for further operational savings.

“By meeting the demands of the 30 MT size class headon, the MH3032 should prove a popular selection in the allimportant material handling sector,” said Migeotte. “It’s a fine machine, totally at ease with its next gen credentials, and we’re delighted to see it launch in 2025.” 

N&S Tractor Adds Case Machines in Calif., Ore., Nev.

N&S Tractor has a long history operating throughout Oregon and California as a premier Case IH dealer. With the expansion, N&S Tractor will extend its offering to now provide a full line of Case Construction Equipment products, parts, service and support for customers in its enlarged territory.

“For more than 70 years, we’ve been proud to serve as a Case IH dealer, helping West Coast farmers by providing the latest equipment innovations backed by old-fashioned product and service know-how,” said Matt Nutcher, president, N&S Tractor. “We look forward to providing that same level of sales and service excellence now for Case customers coming to us from former Sonsray Machinery locations.”

By partnering with N&S Tractor, Case can provide both construction and agricultural customers with convenient access to products, services and support under one roof. With the acquisition, N&S Tractor will take over the Sonsray locations in Redding, Calif., and Sparks, Nev. Meanwhile, N&S Tractor will support Case customers in the newly acquired area from its other existing locations:

• Auburn, Wash., will be served by N&S Tractor in Hillsboro, Ore.

• Marysville, Wash., will be served by N&S Tractor in Woodburn, Ore.

• Portland, Ore., will be served by N&S Tractor in Hillsboro, Ore.

• Salem, Ore., will be served by N&S Tractor in Woodburn, Ore.

• Stockton, Calif., will be served by N&S Tractor in Stockton, Calif.

• Sacramento, Calif., will be served by N&S Tractor in Yuba City, Calif., with an additional location coming soon in Dixon, Calif.

“N&S Tractor has earned its reputation as an expert partner — for us and for the construction and agricultural communities,” said Terry Dolan, head of CNH Construction Brands, North America. “Building partnerships like this highlights our rock-solid commitment to working shoulderto-shoulder with both dealers and customers to ensure that Case continues to provide the tools and solutions they need to succeed.”

For more information, visit nstractor.com or find local Case dealers at casece.com/en-us/northamerica/ resources/dealer-locator. 

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Cat’s Jim Umpleby New Exec. Chair; Joe Creed Next CEO

After eight years as CEO and nearly 45 years of service, Caterpillar Inc. Chairman and CEO D. James Umpleby III will become executive chairman of the board effective May 1, 2025.

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Joseph E. Creed, a 28-year Caterpillar veteran, will succeed him as CEO and join the board of directors May 1, 2025.

After assuming the role of CEO on Jan. 1, 2017, Umpleby led the development and execution of a new strategy for longterm profitable growth, creating significant shareholder value. In 2024, Caterpillar achieved record full-year adjusted profit per share, which increased more than sixfold during Umpleby’s tenure as CEO.

“I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Caterpillar’s dedicated global team of employees and dealers for my entire career,” said Umpleby. “As we celebrate our 100th anniversary, we honor those who came before us establishing a culture of excellence serving our customers. I have great confidence in my successor Joe Creed and the entire executive office to lead our global team as Caterpillar embarks upon our second century of helping our customers build a better, more sustainable world.”

Caterpillar Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby (L) will become executive chairman of the board effective May 1, 2025. Chief Operating Officer Joe Creed will succeed him as CEO.

Creed joined Caterpillar in 1997 and has held numerous positions of increasing responsibility across multiple divi-

sions of Caterpillar. He was promoted to chief financial officer for Caterpillar’s energy and transportation business segment in 2013, then to vice president of Caterpillar’s finance services division in 2017. Creed also served as interim chief financial officer for Caterpillar in 2018. He then became vice president of the oil and gas and marine division and the electric power division. In 2021, he was promoted to group president of energy and transportation. Effective Nov. 1, 2023,

Creed was appointed to the newly created position of chief operating officer.

“For 100 years, our incredible people have been the foundation of Caterpillar’s success,” said Creed. “I’m proud to work alongside our talented Caterpillar employees and dealers as we continue to support customers across our diverse businesses, from disaster recovery and building the world’s infrastructure to delivering critical minerals and reliable energy. I look forward to leading this amazing team as we build upon Caterpillar’s legacy of excellence.”

Debra L. Reed-Klages, who has served as a director since June 2015, will remain on the board as independent presiding director, a position she has held since June 2022.

“We are deeply grateful for Jim’s leadership and appreciate the outstanding results he achieved during his tenure,” Reed-Klages said. “His impact on our customers, dealers, shareholders and employees will continue for years to come. Joe’s selection as CEO is the result of a multi-year succession planning process by the board of directors. He is a proven leader with significant experience in Caterpillar’s global businesses. We are confident Joe will position Caterpillar for continued future success.”

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SmithCo Debuts BRUTE CP30 Pup Side Dump Trailer

SmithCo Mfg. Inc. has introduced the BRUTE CP30 side dump trailer.

Re-engineered to be a more robust version of the original CP30 construction pup, the BRUTE CP30 provides a more efficient way to transport dirt and debris from construction sites. It offers faster load times and capabilities for more strategic dumping, saves on maintenance costs and requires minimal training to operate.

Better Way to Haul More

Ideal for construction site preparation, agriculture and snow removal, The BRUTE CP30 can be pulled with off-road construction power units or tractors. Unlike scrapers and haul trucks, it requires minimal training to operate. The upfront and ongoing maintenance costs also are significantly lower than traditional site prep equipment. It provides a 30-ton capacity with flotation tires designed to handle tough terrain. A 2-in. drawbar pin-type hitch is standard, but scraper-type adapters also are available. Operators can run a single 30-ton unit in tight conditions

or hook them in tandem or triple combinations to move larger amounts of materials.

“There’s nothing like the BRUTE CP30 on the market,” said Scott Lovell, SmithCo president and CEO. “Operators can haul more in less time and be more strategic about dumping with windrowing or stock-

piling. Any business running scrapers or haul trucks looking to boost their bottom line needs to look at this trailer. This is one tough trailer that’s easy to use.”

More Robust Off-Road Trailer

As the name implies, The BRUTE CP30

is built to withstand tough working conditions. SmithCo redesigned the tub hinges to increase their longevity past the company’s 15-year design goal. A new G-channel frame adds strength to the trailer and eliminates the need for counterweights. The tongue shock absorber and suspension enhancements provide less undulation after hitting a bump and a more comfortable ride in the tractor. It also includes a hydraulic front hitch to easily adjust the trailer to a level operating condition and easily adjusts for hooking to a lead trailer. The hydraulic landing leg and more clearance adds to ease of use. Options for side extensions and poly flop-out liners can increase capacity and make it easier to dump snow and other potentially sticky materials, according to SmithCo. Other key features of the BRUTE CP30 include:

• The ability to dump toward either side and on uneven ground;

• a watertight tub to eliminate leaks; and

• strong tubs made from AR450 steel and 80/100 KSI steel frames.

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AED Foundation Aims to Fill Technician Worker Pipeline

The Foundation believes this project will help close in on its mission to address professional education and workforce development. At the same time, Vision 2025 will bring more awareness to the benefits available for the equipment industry.

The Foundation is “challenging AED members to help create a strong and robust pipeline of skilled workers within the next four years.”

Launched in 2020, Vision has three areas of focus: schools with equipment technology programs, students within these programs and AED dealer members. The goal by 2027: 120 accredited college programs, 200 recognized high schools, 10,000 skilled technicians and 5,000 Foundation-certified technicians.

Meeting Needs Now, Future

The initiative was conceived in 2019 after a Foundation study showed the industry would need to recruit 73,000 technicians over five years to meet demand.

“We had done a study with the college of William and Mary,” said Brian P. McGuire, Foundation president.

Job vacancies already were open twice the average length of time because the industry couldn’t draw people who were qualified, he said.

So, the Foundation board decided to call attention to the current situation and establish the tools to solve the problem for the future.

“The situation didn’t happen overnight, and it wouldn’t solve itself overnight,” said McGuire.

The Foundation determined the best course of action would be to start at the high-school level, to get younger students exposed to tech careers early.

“We have to let them see there’s a viable career path,” said McGuire.

Many of AED’s member dealerships are owned by people who came up as technicians, he added. Several CEOs of dealerships stated off as techs.

“Some go into sales from training as technicians. You can have a great career as a technician, but it’s also an on ramp to other areas of the business.”

The Foundation saw the need to help high-school students and their parents understand that these have the potential to be “six-figure careers,” he said.

It required conveying to parents, students and educators that ‘you can go into this career path and your employer will pay for your training, so you have no debt.’

Tim Watters, president of Hoffman Equipment, based in Piscataway, N.J., also sees a career in equipment technology can be a draw. He said the need for qualified

technicians is huge.

“And it’s going to get exponentially worse,” said Watters, AED Foundation chair. “I walk around our shop — we have 50 techs. So many of them are 50 years old plus, and a significant chunk are 60 years plus. Try to find a 30-year-old.”

There are a few, he said. “But there are so few it’s like gold to find someone who wants to work with their hands and be a technician.”

The industry, he said, needs to create a steady flow of kids interested in equipment technology careers.

“We need to implement learning opportunities in schools for students to come into the industry with a basic level of skills and confidence.”

The original goal back for the initiative in 2020 was to pledge $5 million by 2025. By 2022, it hit that number.

“So, our chair said let’s go to $10 million and go to 2027 with the overall goal to increase the number of accredited collages,” said McGuire.

At the same time, the Foundation would restart its high-school recognition program, which had gone dormant from its height of activity in the 1990s.

The initiative also set out to certify 5,000 technicians through the Foundation’s certification program.

“And to have 10,000 folks we could point to and say, ‘they’ve come into the workforce because of this initiative,’” said McGuire.

Working With Goal in Sight

The Foundation currently recognizes 94 accredited colleges, which puts the initiative at 78 percent of its goal. There are 102 recognized high-school programs.

“Our goal was to build a high-school feeder program into accredited colleges,” said McGuire. “We’re at 52 percent of our goal with high-schools and 88 percent of our goal of certified technicians with just under 4,500. So, we will exceed that goal.”

Just under 6,000 technicians have entered the workforce because of the effort, he said.

“The exciting thing is — and the figures change weekly — we’re at just over $8.5 million pledged and we’ve collected $6 million,” he said.

Vision 2025 is “a little different” from most campaigns in that this money is being collected to spend.

“We are putting $5 million in a

Foundation endowment to continue these efforts after pledging,” said McGuire. “We have brought on five staff to make sure we’re hitting what we need to keep donors satisfied.”

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A recent Associated Equipment Distributors accreditation ceremony in San Diego, Calif.

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Sandvik Launches Electrifying QH443E Tracked Cone Crusher

of the QH443E,

The QH443E electric cone crusher completes Sandvik’s electric train, which includes the UJ443E fully electric jaw crusher, the QE342e hybrid scalper and the QA452e hybrid triple-deck Doublescreen.

Sandvik Mobile crushing and screening announced the launch of the QH443E, its latest tracked cone crusher.

This new electric unit has been designed with a focus on sustainability and productivity, according to Sandvik.

The new QH443E is Sandvik’s flagship Q-Range electricdriven cone plant. It takes a significant step toward bridging the gap between tracked mobile, wheeled portable and stationary plants by combining electric drives and track mobility on a single platform.

The QH443E electric cone crusher completes Sandvik’s electric train, which includes the UJ443E fully electric jaw crusher (launched in 2023), the QE342e hybrid scalper and the QA452e hybrid triple-deck Doublescreen (both launched in 2022).

Sustainability at Its Core

The QH443E features a new heavy duty feeder design and is equipped with electrically driven components. Its advanced design allows for operation through a connection to an external electrical grid supply or on-board generator, providing flexibility and reducing operational costs.

The integration of the latest generation of fuel-efficient engines further enhances flexibility, allowing the unit to be operated via HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) or diesel when required, maximizing uptime while lowering emissions and operating noise, according to Sandvik.

Due to the electrification of the onboard components, running the QH443E via the genset can result in up to 25 percent* fuel savings and a 78 percent* reduction in hydraulic oil usage compared to previous generations.

*Test results and calculations are to be considered as

results reached under certain and controlled conditions. These test results and calculations should not be treated as specifications and Sandvik does not guarantee, warrant or represent the outcome of test results or calculations in any or all circumstances.

Productivity

The QH443E is designed to maximize uptime and boost output. With the versatility and reliability of the Sandvik CH440 Hydrocone, constant liner performance (CLP) and Hydroset CSS adjustment, this crusher delivers superior power transfer and precision crushing, according to Sandvik. The new Optik automation system and My Fleet remote monitoring provide 24/7 fleet management, geo-fencing and remote operator support, ensure continuous crushing and optimal performance.

One Platform, Endless Possibilities

Engineered to operate in the most hostile environments, the QH443E is ideal for large quarries and mines. Its robust design, featuring a unibody mainframe and premium components, ensures durability and strength. The load-sensing system for the feeder drive, camera and level sensor guarantees continuous crushing, while the choice of chambers, throws and settings allows for customization to suit a wide range of applications, according to Sandvik.

Safety, Support

“Safety is paramount in the design of the QH443E,” said Sandvik. “The unit includes remote camera viewing of the crushing chamber, 270- degree access around the crusher for

easy maintenance and mandatory audible and visual warnings for safe operation. Our extensive global distributor and sales support network ensures that you receive the best support for your operations.”

The QH443E is available to order in the European market now through Sandvik Mobile’s global network of sales areas and distributors and will be available globally later in 2025.

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New Products... Metso Launches Nordberg HPe Series Cone Crushers

Metso introduced three cone crushers, HP600e, HP800e and HP900e, to its Nordberg HPe series.

The units maintain HPe features while extending the series to larger crushing capacities for both aggregates production and high-demand mining applications.

“The evolution of Metso’s cone crusher technology brings multiple benefits and presents a true step change in terms of performance, uptime, serviceability and application coverage,” said Ilkka Somero, product manager of HP cones of Metso’s Aggregates business area. “We are excited to expand the Nordberg HPe series and bring to market a wider offering of these high-performance crushers fit for different production purposes.”

“Efficiency is the key to meeting the industry’s needs,” said Nicolas Gallay, director of gyratory and large cone crushers of Metso. “With the robust new HPe units, we can offer performance, longer lifetime and higher cost efficiency to our customers.”

HP600e and HP900e are an evolution to the existing range, built and based on proven technology. HP800e is a new addition to the

series with a crushing size option of 600 kW/800 hp. All three units come with two modern automation platform options: IC70C and MCP. Metso’s automation systems provide better visibility, monitoring and control of the crushing process and enable connection to remote monitoring and further digital services, according to Metso.

Higher Level in Performance, Uptime, Application Coverage

Nordberg HP600e, HP800e and HP900e units offer:

• high performance with up to 15 pecent more capacity and 35 percent greater crushing force, due to enhanced kinematics and higher power installation;

• new optimized crushing chambers, head spinning reduction and ring bouncing detection to reach optimum capacity and maximum wear life;

• complete drive and sub-frame for safe and faster installation while reducing dynamic load by up to 70 percent; and

• a new feed cone lifting tool, allowing for safer maintenance when changing wear parts.

(compared with equivalent cone crushers

in the same class.)

Upgradability is a core philosophy of the HPe Series. Previous-generation crushers can be enhanced with the latest e-features or upgraded with modernized components, according to Metso.

Metso offers a range of upgrades for existing Nordberg HP Series cone crushers, allowing operators to boost performance and efficiency by integrating the newest HPe features or other advanced options. Due to product development and interchangeability of parts, upgrading is seamless and costeffective, according to Metso.

In addition, Metso provides installation and commissioning, inspections, refurbishment and shutdown support, life cycle services agreements as well as a comprehensive wears and spares offering.

All upgrades and services are planned and executed to the highest standards. Metso’s distribution network offers an additional layer of support and services by providing localized expertise, rapid response times and tailored service solutions. 

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Equip Expo Names Savannah Bananas’ Jesse Cole as Keynote

Marketing challenges face every business owner, and Equip Exposition attendees will learn from one of the most well-known marketers and entrepreneurs in the United States: Savannah Bananas founder Jesse Cole.

Founder of the popular baseball team, Cole will deliver the keynote address, sponsored by Kress, at the blockbuster trade show for landscapers, dealers, contractors, hardscape experts and outdoor power equipment manufacturers. The trade show drew 28,500 attendees last year.

Known for his banana yellow suit and marketing ideas, Cole will share what it takes to develop a great idea into a brand that people embrace and love. His story will delve into marketing brands and how to keep creativity flowing.

Those are lessons smart industry business owners are seeking to learn.

“There’s just so much to learn from being around a group of growth-minded people who are really, truly just trying to better themselves and their businesses,” said Mark Bradley of LMN and TBG Landscape, when asked what draws him to Equip Exposition.

Ideas from Cole will likely be hot discussion points for the trade show’s legendary networking opportunities, which span a wel-

come reception at Churchill Downs where a new signature bourbon will debut this year, two concerts, a women’s leadership reception sponsored by Belgard, Hunter Industries and SiteOne and more peer-to-peer activities.

exclusive concert for show attendees at the Kentucky International Convention Center

the Thursday night of the show. The concert is included with the registration to Equip Exposition.

“We offer a number of social opportunities at Equip but they’re created with purpose,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of power equipment, small engines, battery power systems, portable generators, utility and personal transport vehicles and golf cars, which owns and manages the blockbuster show. “Unlike any other time of year, peers can talk with one another, get to know each other, at the show. It’s especially a great opportunity for team building.”

With more than 1.2 million sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor exhibit space, Equip Exposition is a “must see” for dozens of reasons, including the 30-acre Outdoor Demo Yard, networking events, education and technical training in English and Spanish.

“Anything that has anything to do with marketing, it’s here,” said Keith Kalfas, a leading lawncare podcaster. If you’ve never been to the [Equip] Expo, you have to come at least once. Be committed, because once you get here, you’re going to be like, whoa!” 

Country stars Big & Rich and solo country artist Gretchen Wilson will perform an

Savannah Bananas founder Jesse Cole Equip Exposition photo

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Retrofits Bolster Resilency By Limiting Bridge Movement

sought necessary permits from the numerous jurisdictional agencies with authority in the project area. Those include the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Wildlife and city of Long Beach, among others.”

Seismic retrofitting is an ongoing program for Caltrans. For example, the Echo Summit Bridge replacement near Lake Tahoe was completed in 2022.

The project “incorporated precast, prestressed girders, concrete overlays, precast column, and precast abutments,” according to Caltrans. “Seven 96-foot girders were connected with ultra-high performance concrete to enhance the durability of the structure. The new bridge replaced a 24-foot road width with a 30.75-foot road width to provide for safer 12-foot lanes and increased shoulder widths.”

The four bridges in this group present their own challenges. Built in 1935, the Gaffey Street Bridge in San Pedro is a reinforced-concrete, T-beam structure with three spans of 68 ft. each. The I-710 Harbor Scenic Drive and two SR 91 Compton Creek bridges were built in 1970 and 1974, respectively.

“These bridges were built before Caltrans’ post-1990 seismic design criteria were established, meaning certain components of the bridges could be more vulnerable to seismic activity than those of a bridge built today,” Bass said. “As such, this project aims to retrofit the bridge facilities identified in this project with new features to protect them from seismic damage.

“Bridge columns, which reliably support the weight of the bridges, will be reinforced to prevent their lateral movement during a seismic event. Caltrans will utilize steel casings to reinforce the I-710 and SR 91 bridge structures, while a unique fiber-reinforced polymer system will be used to rein-

force the Gaffey Street Bridge and preserve its aesthetic features.

“Both the steel and polymer reinforcement techniques involve jacketing the perimeter of bridge columns with strong materials to increase their seismic resiliency by restricting movement from side to side. Bridges constructed today would include this column reinforcement internally,” he added.

“Pipe seat extenders will be installed beneath the bridge deck of the Compton Creek Bridge (SR 91) to ensure that the deck remains securely seated during an earthquake. Additionally, concrete catcher blocks will be installed on the Gaffey Street Bridge to catch the bridge deck in the event of

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structural failure, preventing it from dropping due to seismic activity. Both these mechanisms will enhance the safety of the bridges as they may move or expand during seismic activity, serving to prevent their collapse.”

Caltrans’ Office of Structures, Maintenance and Investigations conducts biennial inspections of every bridge statewide, including locally owned bridges; it has invested $12.2 billion in retrofitting or replacing 2,279 of the 13,214 bridges on the state highway system, using updated seismic design standards.

Additionally, local agencies have invested more than $1.4 billion toward retrofitting or replacing 1,204 of the 13,400 locally owned bridges.

“Engineering Analysis & Research (OEEAR) provides cost effective, timely and efficient delivery of structure-related earthquake engineering and seismic hazard services to Caltrans Division of Engineering Services and other clients,” Bass said.

With a wide-ranging authority, OEEAR can propose bridge seismic policy; create and maintain bridge seismic guidance, tools and procedures; perform seismic and structural analysis; support bridge analysis and design software; manage Caltrans’ seismic research program; support Caltrans Structure Design and Consultants in project delivery; serve as a custodian for the State Seismic Fault map;

Caltrans photo

An example of bridge damage caused during a Caljfornia earthquake.

Caltrans photo

The completed Echo Summit Bridge.

Caltrans photo

Work on the Gaffey Street Bridge in San Pedro is expected to be completed in 2026.

Caltrans photo Seismic retrofit strategies for bridges

SECTION Trucks & Trailers

Fellow Cancer Warrior Wins Bid for Team Warrior Trailer

(L-R): The Athmann Family (Sarah, Peyton and Kylie) with Larry Sluciak and Julie Pallow are next to the

The online auction for the custom Team Warrior FT-3 light utility trailer, dedicated to Felling Trailers’ team member Kevin “Op” Athmann, who passed away in May 2024, concluded with a winning bid from Julie Pallow.

A cancer warrior herself, Pallow was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Large D Cell Lymphoma in 2021 and won her battle in 2022. Feeling a connection to this cause, she and her husband, Larry, decided to participate in the auction, ultimately winning with a final bid of $6,000.

All proceeds from the winning bid will go directly to support Athmann’s family as they navigate life without him. This funding will provide critical financial assistance to help his wife, Sarah, and their two children, Kylie and Peyton, cover essential needs such as medical bills, housing costs and supplies.

Felling Trailers manufactured and painted a custom Sublime Green FT-3 trailer with the Team Warrior emblem to benefit the Athmann family. The auction began on Feb. 10, 2025, and continued for five days, concluding on Feb. 15, 2025, during the Athmann Family Benefit, where many gathered to celebrate what would have been Kevin’s 46th birthday. There was a fair amount of bidding, with lots of back-and-forth action that kept the excitement high.

“We are a little competitive and participate in several

charity auctions each year,” said Pallow. “We always strive to pay a fair price for the items so that the charity can benefit. That intention inspired our bidding.”

Pallow, originally from Sauk Centre, grew up on her family’s dairy farm and graduated in the late 1970s. She and her husband, Larry, now reside in Big Lake Township, just outside Elk River, Minn. Pallow owns a transactional bookkeeping firm, while her husband works as an established engineer. Together, they are blessed to have the means to support fundraisers such as Team Warrior and other programs, they said.

A couple weeks after the auction closed, Pallow and her husband arranged to pick up their new trailer. During this time, they also had the opportunity to meet Kevin’s wife, Sarah, and their children, Kylie and Peyton, and enjoyed a friendly visit.

“The trailer will be put to good use for hauling our fourwheeler, tree trimmings, and leaves for composting,” Pallow said. “For anyone battling cancer, it’s a journey, and having the right people to support you makes a world of difference.”

Athmann’s journey began in January 2020 when he was diagnosed with Burkitt’s lymphoma. He and his family navigated through the treatment process, and by late 2020, he

was declared cancer-free. Unfortunately, in 2024, his cancer returned, and he faced the disease with great courage for a second time. He passed away in May 2024 after battling acute myeloid leukemia. He is survived by his wife, Sarah; his daughter, Kylie; his son, Peyton; his sister, Kari and her family; as well as his parents, Vern and Diane.

“Athmann was known for his great sense of humor and loved being a jokester,” Felling said. “If you knew him, you would remember his positive presence and how he enjoyed exchanging jokes with his happy-go-lucky attitude. He had a distinctive smile and an energetic personality. His family was undoubtedly his pride and joy.”

Athmann was an extraordinary welder-fabricator with Team Felling Trailers for more than 19 years.

“We will always remember ‘Op’ not only as our colleague but also as our friend,” said Brenda Jennissen, Felling Trailers CEO. “He was an uplifting individual and his battle with lymphoma five years ago and, more recently, leukemia was truly inspiring. It is particularly special to us that both he and his father played a significant role in Felling Trailers’ success. He will be remembered and missed tremendously. May God continue to watch over his family, friends and the Felling Trailers team as we navigate life without the fun-loving force that was Kevin.” 

Felling Trailers photo

Team Warrior FT-3 trailer.

Workhorse Group Inc. to Begin Deliveries of Its W56 Step Vans

Workhorse Group Inc. announced it will begin delivering W56 step vans to a national provider of uniforms and workplace supplies in partnership with Revolv.

The order, originally secured in 2024, has been adjusted to include 13 of Workhorse’s newly available 208-in. extended wheelbase W56 step vans, which Revolv will put into service for the customer in 2025.

The national provider of uniforms and workplace supplies has partnered with Revolv to acquire and deliver all of the all-electric W56 step vans. Revolv, known for providing comprehensive fleet electrification solutions, will support the customer in seamlessly integrating these vehicles into their operations, ensuring uptime performance and reliability.

Kingsburg Truck Center, a certified Workhorse dealer, will provide a custom upfit tailored to the fleet’s operational needs. Based in California’s Central Valley, Kingsburg specializes in building, fabricating, and installing work truck upfits for a variety of industries, ensuring vehicles are optimized for maximum efficiency and performance.

“At Revolv, we help fleets make the shift to electric without economic or operational compromise, and Workhorse has proven to be a standout

partner in the transition,” said Scott Davidson, CEO of Revolv. “The W56 delivers on both performance and reliability, but what truly sets Workhorse apart is their dedication to customer support. Their team works hand in hand with us and our fleet customers to ensure a seamless roll-

out, making electrification a practical reality. We’re excited to continue bringing Workhorse vehicles into our ecosystem and helping more fleets operate efficiently and deploy next-generation technology.”

The extended wheelbase W56 offers 1,200 cu. ft. of cargo space, providing additional capacity for fleet operators managing high-volume delivery needs. With a range of up to 150 mi. on a single charge and a payload capacity of up to approximately 10,000 lbs., the W56 is purpose-built for the demanding requirements of last-mile delivery, according to the company.

“The W56 has continued to demonstrate its real-world performance and reliability, making it a strong fit for fleet operators transitioning to electric,” said Ryan Gaul, president, commercial vehicles of Workhorse. “This milestone not only reinforces our momentum in the commercial EV market but also showcases the confidence that fleet operators and electrification experts like Revolv have in the W56’s capabilities.”

Workhorse continues to scale production and deliveries of the W56, supporting customers in their transition to zerotailpipe emission fleets.

For more information, visit workhorse.com. 

Aspen Offers Switch-N-Go Interchangeable Work Truck Bodies

In a move to expand its capabilities to serve customers, Aspen Equipment has added Switch-N-Go to give customers versatility and flexibility in their work truck investment.

Switch-N-Go truck bodies enable compa-

nies to operate with fewer trucks. The interchangeable work truck bodies can be staged on job sites, so companies can switch over truck configurations to meet a current application need, according to Aspen.

“Aspen Equipment is committed to help-

ing its customers maximize their investments, and adding Switch-N-Go gives us another way to help them become more versatile and more profitable,” said Molly Nelson, new product development manager of Aspen Equipment. “The goal is to help them take on more jobs by adapting their trucks to current needs, rather than purchasing additional new trucks.”

Aspen Equipment has decades of experience in truck upfitting, equipment sales and rentals and aftersales service and support for many industries, including contractors, landscapers, tree care, railroad and more. With an Aspen-built upfit, customers get a product that is professionally installed, with product parts and support from the company’s skilled technicians, according to Aspen.

Switch-N-Go options include drop box and dumpster bodies; platform and equipment bodies; enclosed bodies, arbor bod-

ies; and more. Bodies can be switched in an average of three minutes with single-handed, push-button operation, according to Aspen.

“We very much look forward to working with and supporting Aspen Equipment,” said Switch-N-Go Sales Manager Jim Baker.

“Switch-N-Go offers a unique product line. The truck bodies do very well with small trash, landscaping, and municipal markets. With the high cost of new trucks today, adding this flexibility to current truck fleets adds tremendous value.” 

Aspen Equipment photo

The interchangeable work truck bodies can be staged on job sites, so companies can switch over their truck configuration to meet a current application need, according to Aspen.

Aspen Equipment photo

Workhorse Group Inc. photo

Workhorse Group Inc. announced it will begin delivering W56 step vans.

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WANTED (OH): FREIGHTLINER DUMP TRUCKS, ALL MODELS. LOOKING FOR A ROTARY HI-RAIL DUMP TRUCK, PRE EMMISSIONS, ANY MAKE/MODEL. EMAIL:

MURPHYCONTRACTORS@YAHOO.COM PHONE: 860-324-9693

\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 (WORLDWIDE): DRESSER 125E CRAWLER DOZERS - LOOKING FOR A COMPLETE BOSCH VA PUMP OR HEAD AND ROTOR.

EMAIL: CRAIGBERENS944@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 NEW HOLLAND TRACTOR.

EMAIL: KEVCOOKENTERPRISES@GMAIL.COM; PHONE: 814-386-5541

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

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

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): CAT WHEEL LOADERS, ALL MODELS - NEED TO PURCHASE FOR OWN STOCK CAT WHEEL LOADERS (916, 926, 936E, 950B, 950E, 950H, 966E, 966F, 966H, 970F & 980F.

EMAIL: ROYALMACHINERYTRADERS@ GMAIL.COM; PHONE: +923360598261

WANTED (US): MANUFACTURER: JCB 540-170 TELEHANDLER, 2016 OR NEWER. EMAIL: NORTHHEAVYEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 281-694-5478

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 140G MOTOR GRADERS - NEED TO BUY CAT MOTOR GRADER 140G/H, 14G,14M. ALSO LOOKING FOR A KOMATSU WHEEL LOADER WA-600 AND WA-900. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): MISCELLANEOUS 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 (US): CLARK M371 SKID STEER LOADER EMAIL:ANDYGRANGER30@GMAIL.COM

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR D10N CRAWLER DOZER. PLS PRICE FOB OR CIF ALEXANDRIA PORT EGYPT. EMAIL: ELEKTESADCO@YAHOO.COM; PHONE: 00201005311220

WANTED (US): CATERPILLAR 336 EXCAVATOR - MUST HAVE A HYD QUICK COUPLER, AUX HYDS AND GPS EQUIPPED. UNIT SHOULD HAVE BETWEEN 4-6000 HOURS. EMAIL: AARONA@BLACKSTARACA.COM PHONE: 737-587-1936

WANTED (CA): CATERPILLAR OFFHIGHWAY TRUCKS - CAT MODELS 777C, 777D, 777F, 777G. EMAIL: TONYTHOMAS@ PACIFICCRANES.COM; PHONE: 1-818-956-5231

WANTED (WORLDWIDE): KOMATSU WA-600, WA-500 AND WA-900 WHEEL LOADERS. EMAIL: IKCEQUIPMENTS@GMAIL.COM

Two-Day J&J Auction Draws Big Crowd in Albuquerque

J& J Auctioneers held a two-day equipment and truck auction April 12-13, 2025, at its yard on Boundary Court SE in Albuquerque, N.M.

Bidding was both in person and online at auctions.jandjauction.com.

J&J will hold a one owner dispersion auction on June 19 and a two-day equipment auction at its Albuquerque.  CEG

Horacio Ortiz puts a BOMAG compactor through its paces before bidding at the J&J Auctioneers sale.

Backhoe loaders from several manufacturers were available for sale at the J&J auction on April 12-13 in Albuquerque, N.M., which also featured

This Fecon FTX90-FM mulcher would be valuable to HL House Construction in Albuquerque, according to company President Mike Brogdon.

excavators, skid steers, cranes, wheel loaders and motor graders.

The Komatsu PC138USLC-11 tight tail swing radius excavator gets a close look from Magen Zamor (L), a mechanic of Young Guns Construction of Albuquerque, along with Matthew Aragon of AAA Enterprises in Los Lunas.

Ben Kemp and son, Jason, traveled from Los Alamos, N.M., to inspect equipment — including this Grove TMS 375LP crane.

(L-R): Mike Lucero of New Mexico Quality Excavation, Eddie Pacheco of B Bar 3 Construction and the Lovatos — Bennie Jr. and Ben Sr. — check out a low-hour Cat backhoe loader.

Jesus Solis Sr. combined business and pleasure with his grandson, Jesus Solis III, as the younger Solis learned a lot about skid steers and other equipment.

Flavio Salazar (L) of Flavio’s Paving in Velarde, N.M., and Jose Renteria of Black Mesa General Contracting in Espinola, N.M., inspect a New Holland compact track loader.

Business Calendar

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

ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS (AGC)

AGC Events Calendar:

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

• AGC EDGE Lean Construction Education Program, 2nd Edition (https://edge.agc.org/course/vlea250501/)

Dates: Monday, May 5, 2025 (11:00 AM) –Wednesday, May 21, 2025 (3:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC of America HR Master Class Powered by Segal

A 6-Part Online Training Program (https://www.agc.org/industry-priorities/labor-hr/hr-masterclass)

Dates: Thursday, May 15, 2025 (7:00 AM) –Thursday, May 15, 2025 (5:00 PM) Virtual. Labor and HR

• AGC EDGE Building Information Modeling Education Program (https://edge.agc.org/course/vbim250601/)

Dates: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 –( 9:00 AM) –Wednesday, June 25, 2025 (5:00 PM) Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC Safety & Health Quarterly Town Hall

Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 (1:00 PM –2:00 PM)

Online, Virtual Safety and Health

• AGC EDGE Blueprint Reading (https://edge.agc.org/course/vce250601/)

Dates: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 (3:00 PM) –Thursday, June 12, 2025 (6:00 PM)

Online, Virtual Training/Professional Development

• AGC of America HR Master Class Powered by Segal

A SIX-PART ONLINE TRAINING PROGRAM

Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025 – (7:00 AM –5:00 PM)

Virtual. Labor and HR

ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN CONTRACTORS (AWC) MAY MEMBER MINGLE – Hosted by Rock Leaf Water Environmental Our Mission

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

Date: Wednesday, MAY 14, 2025

Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (CST)

Venue: Rock Leaf Water Environmental 1461 94th Ln NE, Blaine, MN 55449

Registration will start on Thursday, April 10 at 7:00 AM. Registration is closed on Monday, May 12 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.

For more information:

Association of Women Contractors (AWC) 1337 Saint Clair Avenue, Ste. 4, Saint Paul, MN 55105 Phone: 651/489-2221

Women of Asphalt

Women of Asphalt Executive Seminar!

Lead & Inspire

Elevate, Empower, Engage

Dates: May 13 – 14, 2025

Place: Astec Industries 4101 Jerome Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37407

Join us May 13 – 14 in Chattanooga, TN for two (2) impactful days of leadership development, industry insight, and meaningful connections with individuals shaping the industry.

Quick Details

. Location: Astec Industries, 4101 Jerome Ave., Chattanooga, TN 37407

. Registration Fee: $150 per person

. Capacity: Limited to the ﬁrst 50 registrants

. Company Limit: Up to three (3) attendees per organization

. Travel: Attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodation

Full Agenda & Speaker Lineup: Day 1 – Tuesday, May 13

Breakfast at Astec (All participants) / Welcome & Opening Remarks/Group Introductions/Break/History of the Asphalt Industry/Lunch (All participants)/An unexpected Journey/Who We Are – Astec overview/ Break/A Proﬁle in Performance/Leadership in the Asphalt Industry/Overview & Logistics

Astec Innovations Reception & Virtual Reality Day 2 – Wednesday, May 14

Breakfast at Astec (All participants)/Legacy of Asphalt Innovations/Lessons in Leadership/Break/Astec Plant Tour (All participants)/Lunch (All participants)/Inspired to Lead/Women of Asphalt Panel (All)/Break/Women of Asphalt Remarks/Overview & Logistics

Women of Asphalt Dinner (All participants) For more information: Women of Asphalt Phone: 407/653-6777

Email: info@womenofasphalt.com

EQUIPMENT FINANCE CONNECT 2025 informg@royalmedia.com

The Only Event for both Equipment Dealers and Lenders Dates: Wednesday, May 14 – Thursday, May 15, 2025

Place: JW Marriott Nashville 201 8th Avenue S Nashville, TN 37203

It’s ﬁnally here!

Your exclusive invitation to the much-anticipated Equipment Finance Connect 2025, taking place from May 14 – 15, 2025 in Nashville.

Equipment Finance Connect is a groundbreaking event that introduces innovative strategies, helps build meaningful collaborations, and shapes the future of equipment finance. Join us for a series of carefully curated sessions, interactive roundtables and networking opportunities, and learn how you can redefine your approach to financial operations! See What’s on the Agenda Tech Demos

Carefully curated tech demos where cutting-edge FinTech startups will WOW you with their latest technologies!

Roundtable Discussions

Small break-out groups to give you the opportunity to discuss key developments, strategies, opportunities and challenges that will impact the industry in the next 12 – 24 months.

Interactive Workshops

Sessions designed to help you understand how you can optimize your ﬁnancial operations by digitally transforming your equipment ﬁnance business. For more information on this event: Call: 212/564-8972

Vision 2025 Endeavors to Attract Next Gen of Technicians

A workforce coordinator connects the dots between dealers, OEMs and educational institutions.

“They make stuff happen,” said McGuire. “We’d go and have a workforce meeting with a couple dealers, a community college and a local politician to talk about the needs of our industry. Everybody would say ‘we should start a program.’ We’d get back on the plane and nothing would happen short of the politician issuing a press release.”

“The workforce development position is geared to make sure things happen,” added McGuire. “We have dealers on school advisory committees.”

Dealer internship programs are in place as well. And the Foundation has arranged career days where students learn about careers in the equipment industry.

In some cases, hundreds of students attend a single day event.

“In Ohio, just under 500 students came through,” said McGuire. “In Illinois last fall, over 500 kids were there. Some rode the bus for an hour to get there.”

The events include mock interviews as well as equipment demonstrations where the students “get to do a little digging,” he said.

He admits all these efforts are a drop in the bucket of workforce needs in the equipment technology sector. But it’s a place to start, he said.

“The Foundation board knows that 5,000 techs and 10,000 workforce entries doesn’t add up to what’s needed,” he said. “But it’s getting accrediting programs online and filling them as a start to address the problem.”

And though a lot of people in the industry recognized the problem and were working before, it was not the coordinated effort Vision 2025 is shaping up to be.

“The Foundation board was direct in saying ‘Vision 2025 is not a replacement for all the things you should be doing,’” said McGuire. “You should be recruiting locally. You have to continue doing the things you’ve been doing. But this is an overlay.”

Both McGuire and Watters believe this effort is valuable not just for distributors, but for the entire heavy equipment industry.

years ago. Today, technicians must be digitally and software confident.”

The industry needs to change the image of what a mechanic looks like, he added, comparing the machine technician’s job to that of a lab technician.

“You’re dealing with software codes and [and understanding of] what the computer is telling you,” said Watters.

He believes young people need permission to bypass college for a trade career, and preferably one in equipment technology.

“We — all distributors and manufacturers — need to change the perception of what a mechanic does in our industry and the need for college in general.”

Keeping Momentum Going

Watters said the biggest challenge for Vision 2025 is getting more of the industry to pledge to help reach the initiative’s goals.

“There are 1,000 member dealers, another 200 member manufacturers, another 200 associate dealers,” he said. “We’ve reached $8 million, but if you count the number of donors that’s about 15 percent of our membership.”

“These dollar numbers come from 95 unique contributors. They are a mix of service providers, dealers and OEMs that have come to support Vision 2025.

The Foundation is not seeking deeper pockets, but broader participation from membership, Watters said. “And it doesn’t have to be a lot.”

Both Watters and McGuire believe the initiative’s goal is achievable in the time period the Foundation set.

“We sailed through our original goal,” said Watters. “Now, we’re so close, we’re in that final lap. We just need to get more support.”

McGuire said the need never stops.

“When we’re no longer begging for techs to join the workforce, it’ll be mission accomplished.”

So, McGuire’s question is simple: “If you’re in the equipment industry and you haven’t supported the program, why not?

“Manufacturers need distributors to have a solid gold, youthful workforce for technicians into the future to repair their machines,” said Watters. “The skills needed today are different than they were 20

He stressed there’s only one foundation working on this issue specifically for the equipment technology industry.

“You can give money to a lot of causes. But one that’s actually working for the benefit of your industry — I’ve got to believe there’s room for that.”  CEG CAREERS from page 30

Overall, said McGuire, Vision 2025 has been very embraced by AED Foundation membership.

Project Part of Caltrans Repair Effort On 500 Bridges Across State By 2028

provide services for the estimate of site hazards including fault rupture; support bridge seismic retrofit strategies and provide seismic standard details; and provide expertise in seismic instrumentation soil structure interaction and postearthquake investigation.

The project supports Caltrans’ statewide effort to repair 500 bridges by 2028, as directed by 2017’s Senate Bill 1.

Seismic retrofitting activities will include reinforcing 36 potentially vulnerable columns, replacing more than 5,000 ft. of bridge railing with standardized concrete barriers’ upgrading crash cushion devices and adding new electrical systems at the bridges.

The Harbor Scenic Drive Bridge on I-710 (Long Beach) is the first structure to undergo a renovation, with work to be completed in July, having started on Dec. 18, 2024

The Compton Creek Bridge is the second crossing to be dealt with and is expected to be upgraded by February 2026.

Operations for the Gaffey Street Bridge on I-110 in San Pedro began last January. The goal is to complete this element in June 2026.

The Compton Creek Off-Ramp Bridge will be tackled starting in May, with a February 2026 delivery date.

The project was designed by District 7’s Division of Design, which collaborated closely with designers at Caltrans’ headquarters, as well as private firms including

TranSystems, WSP, AECOM and ADKO Engineering Inc.

The project presented several engineering and procedural challenges, Bass said.

“The SR 91 bridge facilities also cross over a waterway, railroad and privately owned business, necessitating additional mitigation measures,” said Bass. “During construction on those facilities, Compton Creek, a tributary of the Los Angeles River, will be diverted to one side or the other to allow for safe and efficient seismic retrofitting activities. All the bridges in this project are structurally sound but have been identified for seismic retrofitting based on their nonconformance with Caltrans’ current seismic design criteria. The performance of retrofitted bridges in recent earthquakes demonstrates an increase in their seismic resilience.”

Instead of steel, a fiber-reinforced polymer system will be used to seismically retrofit the columns on the Gaffey Street Bridge, he added. Similar to fiberglass in composition, the polymer system will be wrapped tightly around the bridge columns, enhancing their structural integrity, restricting their lateral movement and preserving the aesthetic features on the historic bridge.

Bass noted that Caltrans will pause

on the

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