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TECHNOLOGY THE TOPIC AT PAVING CONFERENCE

Technology that adds productivity to the jobsite—from the soil compactor to the paver to the finish roller—was the topic of a recent conference hosted by Cat ® Paving Products.

The event, held in January at the Tinaja Hills Proving Grounds near Tucson, Ariz., featured Ray LaHood, former U.S. Secretary of

Transportation. Also speaking at the event was Chris Higgins, engineering manager at Scotty’s Contracting & Stone, a Kentucky-based contractor that recently utilized 3D paving while building an ultra-smooth race track.

The more than 300 customers in attendance saw a live demonstration of Cat and Weiler ® paving equipment. In addition, Iowa State University showcased a mobile lab that features the latest soil compaction technology. The lab fits nicely with Machine Drive Power (MDP), a proprietary Caterpillar technology that monitors indications of soil stiffness.

“It was a great event, and included a national figure as well as some customers that are very close to the technology we offer,” said D. Scott Phipps, Regional Sales Manager for Caterpillar Paving. “The conference drove home the point that Caterpillar Paving doesn’t just develop technology, but technology that makes a difference on customers’ jobsites.”

PAVING APP ENHANCED

The Paving Production Calculator app has been released on iTunes and Google Play, marking the Android platform debut. In addition, the iOS version has enhanced language capability and an improved interface. The app is free and available for download through the various platforms.

THE NEW STANDARD CAT ®

F-SERIES pAvERS

Improved controls. Better displays.

• LCD touchscreen display • Integrated Grade Controls stay on the machine • Water-resistant consoles with “million-cycle” switches • Remote pendent controls

Learn more at www.cat.com/paving

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BEMIDJI* 5426 Hwy 71, 56601 ................................. 866.634.9983 BRAINERD 3311 Liberty Ln, 56041 .............................. 877.829.9850 BUHL 10081 Hwy 169, 55713 ....................................... 800.446.9795 COLUMBUS 13822 West Freeway Dr, 55038 ............ 866.982.5656 CROOKSTON 720 3rd Ave SW, 56716 ........................ 800.422.5782 DULUTH 210 Garfield Ave, 55802 .............................. 800.421.3831 FERGUS FALLS 3502 State Hwy 210 W, 56537 ......... 800.346.7649 JACKSON 191 Industrial Pkwy, 56143 ........................ 866.847.6401 MANKATO 2145 Howard Dr W, 56003 ........................ 877.845.3938 MARSHALL 1200 North Hwy 59, 56258 ..................... 800.325.4929 MINNEAPOLIS 901 West 94th St, 55420 .................. 800.352.2812 ROCHESTER 6340 Hwy 63 South, 55904 .................. 800.247.1068 SHAKOPEE 8000 Country Rd, 101E, 55379 ............... 800.352.2812 ST. CLOUD 2225 255th St, 56301 ................................. 800.522.9469 *Parts and rental only IOWA

ALTOONA 1500 Ziegler Drive NW, 50009 .................. 800.342.7002 ATLANTIC 951 Park Dr, 50022 .................................... 877.547.3819 FORT DODGE 3366 5th Ave S, 50501 ........................ 800.342.1848 MASON CITY 11490 265th St, 50401 ........................ 800.342.1849 POSTVILLE 308 North Lawler, 52162 ........................ 800.526.0889 SHELDON 102 Crossroads Dr, 51201 ........................... 855.344.5604 SIOUX CITY 5300 Harbor Dr, 51111 ........................... 800.342.1847

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STAYS SHARPER UP TO 80x LONGER

Cat ®

Diamond Bits outperform standard carbide bits.

To learn more about Cat Diamond Bits, contact your Cat dealer.

Average life and exact tonnage are impacted by local aggregate and operating technique. Diamond Asphalt Bits last up to 40x the life of standard carbide bits, and Diamond Extended Life Bits last up to 80x the life of standard carbide bits.