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Santa Fe/Eagle Plains Complete Heavy Mineral Sampling At Iron Range Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. (TSX-V:EPL) announced that option partner Santa Fe Metals Corp.

(TSX-V:SFM) has completed a 2014 exploration activity on EPL’s 100% owned Iron Range project, located near Creston in south-eastern British Columbia. SFM holds the exclusive right to earn a 60% interest in the 69,000 ha property. The Iron Range project is considered by Santa Fe and Eagle Plain’s management to hold considerable potential for world-class Iron Oxide Copper Gold (IOCG) and “Sullivan Style” sedimentary exhalative (“SEDEX”) base- and precious-metal mineralization.

2014 Program Highlights • Compiled 117 years of exploration data in a single GIS database (containing: 20,202 soil samples, 585 rock sam-

ples, 4,336 line-km of geophysical data from 7 individual surveys and 80 drill holes totalling of 20,300-m) • Identified three distinct high-priority target areas (Car, Canyon/Talon and Golden Cap) • Completed 3-D modelling for Talon Zone • Conducted Heavy mineral concentrate (HMC) sampling over specific target areas • Acquired additional tenures A well-developed transportation and power corridor transects the southern part of the property, including a highpressure gas pipeline and a high-voltage hydro-electric line, both of which follow the CPR mainline and Highway 3. The rail line provides efficient access to the Teck smelter in Trail, B.C., located 80 km

to the west.

The Iron Range property has a storied past with exploration dating back to 1897 when Cominco and the Canadian Pacific Railway acquired the first crown grants on Iron Mountain to evaluate the potential for an iron ore deposit. Advances in geological modelling have revealed that portions of the Iron Range property also have excellent potential to host SEDEX–type deposits and exhibit many geological similarities to the Sullivan deposit, located 90 km to the north. The Sullivan Mine was discovered in 1892 and is one of the largest SEDEX deposits in the world. Over its 100+ year lifetime, Sullivan produced almost 300 million ounces of silver, 36 billion pounds of lead, zinc and other associated metals, collectively worth

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over $40B at current metal prices. Management cautions that past results or discoveries on proximate land are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be achieved on the Iron Range property.

Drilling at Iron Range in 2010 resulted in the discovery of the Talon Zone, where drill-hole IR10-010 intersected 2 intervals of strong and continuous mineralization including 14.0m grading 5.1 g/t gold, 1.86% lead, 2.1% zinc, 75.3 g/t silver and 7.1m grading 8.13 g/t gold, 2.84% lead, 3.07% zinc, 86.6 g/t silver (EPL news release December 21st, 2010). Previous drilling 10km north of the Talon Zone in 2008 by EPL intersected gold mineralization in drill-hole IR08006, which assayed 7.0m grading 51.52 g/t (1.50 oz/ton) gold.

2014 Program/Targeting Highlights: A Ranking Study completed in 2014 was the first comprehensive and project-wide program to compile and assess all past work on the property. This led to the recent definition of new drill target areas in this pro-

lific metal mining region.

Three areas have been delineated as high-priority exploration targets for both SEDEX base and precious metal mineralization and IOCG style mineralization. In addition, one of the three targets is being evaluated for Coeur d’Alene style structurallyhosted base plus precious metal mineralization. In October, 2014, a field program was conducted on the property which saw the collection of 10 heavy mineral concentrate samples (HMC) over a number of the target areas. All samples were shipped to Overburden Drilling Management (ODM) for processing. Results from this work are expected to help focus future exploration drilling activity.

A total of 4,900 ha or 49 km2 in additional tenures were also acquired in 2014, bringing the total property size to 69,000 ha or 690 km2, which now covers over 57 km strike length of the prospective Iron Range Fault Zone.

2014 exploration work has been completed under the supervision of Mike McCuaig, P.Geo., of TerraLogic Exploration Inc.

Page 3 Iron Range Option Terms Santa Fe may earn up to a 60% interest in the Iron Range project from Eagle Plains over a five-year period by incurring $10M in exploration expenditures on the property, transferring 6,000,000 SFM shares to Eagle Plains (1,000,000 shares on signing) and making $500,000 in cash payments.

Eagle Plains will be the operator during the term of the Option. When all of the conditions of the definitive agreement have been met and SFM has exercised the Option, a 60/40 joint venture (“JV”) will be formed to further advance the Project.

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(TSX-V:BET) has reached an agreement with Eagle Plains to amend the terms of the property option agreement entered into on Sept. 16, 2011, whereby Bethpage may earn an undivided 60% interest in Eagle Plains’ 100%-owned Hall Lake property located 30 kilometres west of Kimberley, B.C. Under the Continued on page 4

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terms of the original agreement, Bethpage would complete exploration expenditures of $3M, make cash payments of $600,000 and issue one million common shares to Eagle Plains over a 54-month period.

The agreement has been amended to defer cash and share payments due to Eagle Plains in December, 2014, until December, 2015, by issuing 100,000 Bethpage common shares immediately upon regulatory approval

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About Eagle Plains Resources Based in Cranbrook, BC, Eagle Plains continues to conduct research, acquire and explore mineral projects throughout western Canada. Since 1992, the company has been acquiring and developing early-stage projects utilizing an inhouse team of geologists, technicians and

specialists. Considered a prolific project generator with over 50 properties, Eagle Plains invites jointventure participation to expedite development, reduce risk and enhance exposure to discovery.

Current third-party agreements if maintained to completion will have exposed Eagle Plains to over $35M in exploration expenditures, $3.9M cash and 12M shares in partner companies.

Completed agreements have yielded over $27M in exploration spending, $2.0M cash to

Eagle Plains and a total of 22M shares of partner companies Expenditures from 2011-2013 on Eagle Plains-related projects were approximately $15M, which was funded

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Feds And Ontario Sign New Great Lakes Agreement The governments of Canada and Ontario have renewed their commitment to restore, protect and conserve the Great Lakes by signing the Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality and Ecosystem Health (COA), 2014.

The five-year agreement commits Canada and Ontario to: • Take action to address algal blooms, including blue-green algae • Complete actions to clean up historical Areas of Concern including the Niagara River, Nipigon Bay, Peninsula Harbour, the Bay of Quinte and the St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) • Help prevent aquatic invasive species from entering the lakes • Protect the lakes from harmful pollutants • Conserve important fish and wildlife habitats

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New Holland Partners With Canadian Curling Association New Holland Agriculture and Construction, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of agricultural and light construction equipment, is now an Official Partner of the Canadian Curling Association (CCA) and joins an impressive list of companies as a Partner in support of the CCA’s Season of Champions series of events.

“As a company with national and international reach, New Holland has established itself as a leader in its field, and we couldn’t be happier to come to this agreement,” said Canadian Curling Association Chief Executive Officer Greg Stremlaw.

“Having New Holland join the CCA family is another sign of the health and enthusiasm for the Season of Champions curling event in our country. It is companies such as New Holland that will help our ongoing goal of continuing to build the sport, not just at the champion-

ship level but at affiliated curling centres across the country.”

New Holland is the latest member of a group of corporate partners for the CCA that includes such long-standing partnerships as Tim Hortons, Kruger Products, M&M Meat Shops, Travelers Insurance, Home Hardware, World Financial Group, Bell Canada, AMJ Campbell and DuPont Pioneer.

“New Holland is excited and proud to partner with the CCA to support the great sport of curling in Canada,” said Doug Warrener, Director of Growth Initiatives for New Holland, Canada.

“Curling remains an exciting sport for the Canadian audience and more specifically the rural areas where New Holland is a major supplier of agricultural products. We look forward to working with the Canadian Curling Association in their efforts to grow the sport in Canada and around the world.” b

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Hitachi’s Next Generation Wheeled Excavators The next generation of Hitachi’s wheeled excavator models from Hitachi Construction Machinery – Americas, the ZX190W-5 and ZX230W-5, are rolling out with a certified EPA Interim Tier 4 (IT4)/EU Stage IIIB Isuzu engine, power mode buttons for three work modes, automatic exhaust filter cleaning, auto shutdown, an enhanced monitor, centralized remote oil/fuel filter location and more.

Mobile and manoeuvrable, Hitachi’s wheeled excavators sit on a short wheelbase that makes it easy to move in tight spaces – unlike unwieldy truckmounted excavators.

“The Dash-5 wheeled excavators are packed with improvements designed to provide more efficient power, greater reliability, enhanced durability and a more comfortable cab environment,” said Mark Wall, product marketing manager at Hitachi Construction Machinery – Americas.

“The two new models are another example of how Hitachi leverages its excavator expertise and legacy of meeting demanding mining applications to deliver an unmatched experience for operators.”

The ZX190W-5 (43,880 lbs.) and ZX230W-5 (51,310 lb.) are powered by a 159 hp, 5.2-liter Isuzu IT4 engine that uses a rudder frame block design with dry cylinder liners.

The four-ring design helps reduce oil consumption and blow-by gases into the crankcase while improving lubrication. In addition, the oil-cooled crown efficiently aids with heat dissipation.

Both machines now feature a Power Dig function, which enables the operator to give extra hydraulic pressure for eight seconds at a time. An Auto Power Lift feature engages when only the boom is raised, giving operators extra lift while craning with no need to push the button.

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button allows operators to easily select between three work modes. The high power (HP) mode deploys when extra horsepower is needed for rolling in the arm or booming up during excavation work. Economy mode and Power modes can be used to lower the engine RPM and burn less fuel.

The spacious and comfortable cab comes equipped with an easy-to-navigate enhanced LCD monitor that lets an operator easily access a wealth of machine info and functionality. Other features include an integrated radio, HVAC, English and metric units and 31 supported languages.

The integration of a rearview camera enhances visibility behind the machine, making it less likely the excavator will be damaged from swinging or backing into objects.

Finally, on both the ZX190W-5 and the ZX230W-5, filters are now conveniently located in the pump compartment for easy and quick servicing.

Hitachi’s next generation wheeled excavators feature a proven IT4 Isuzu exhaust after treatment system.

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Charter Software users Convene In denver In November 2014, key personnel from a diverse mix of equipment dealerships convened in Denver for Charter Software’s annual ASPEN User Conference. More than 30 equipment dealerships from agricultural, construction/industrial, outdoor power, powersports, and golf car sectors attended the conference. The conference is an opportunity for dealers using the ASPEN dealership management system to exchange best practices, learn new skills, and make their industry’s business needs known to ASPEN’s developers.

The ASPEN system, initially built based on feedback provided by Charter Software customers, is continually updated with new features to accommodate technology advancements, changes in suppliers’ requirements, and other industry trends. As the conference was scheduled around the latest ASPEN release, users were able to see and learn the latest functionality in the software prior to implementing it at their business.

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In addition to learning about new software features, the conference solidifies proper use of the system by exposing its users to beneficial ways to use the software that they either may not be aware of, or are not currently using. “No matter how well we feel that we are using the software, at the conference, you always find out what you might be able to improve or do differently,” said Marty Buck, CFO, Kern Machinery.

While the user sessions are the primary focus of the conference, attendees agree hands-down that the ability to network with other dealers is a unique opportunity that keeps them coming back year after year. Many of the attendees maintain contact with one another throughout the year to stay apprised of each other’s business practices and use of the software.

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February 2015 ham, manager of Charter’s Customer Support department. “Our conference attendees were excited to get an in-person first look at some of the latest enhancements to the software, like our re-vamped point of sale screens, mobile applications, and customer portal, and then be able to practice with them hands-on with our trainers and support staff in the ASPEN Lab,” said Graham.

The conference is also a unique opportunity for customers to meet and talk with Charter Software President Anne Salemo, who, in addition to teaching several classes, is accessible throughout the entire conference. Salemo also facilitates most of the interactive dealer forums and roundtable sessions where Charter development staff are on hand to answer dealers’ questions and listen to them voice their needs.

Salemo says that while the conference is a breakeven endeavour for the company financially, the company is rewarded intangibly. “The User Conference is the ideal place for us to get feedback from our customers regarding what they need from us,” said Salemo. “We are always eager to hear what functionality they need to stay competitive,” she says. In this year’s expanded roundtable sessions, users from each dealership enthusiastically took part in discussions to address their specific department’s needs from the ASPEN system, saying that it made them feel empowered. “It’s really phenomenal to have an impact on affecting the whole product,” said Roos of Polar Tech. “I feel like working with Charter is more like having a support system than working with a vendor,” added another first-time conference attendee.

Additionally, due to the software’s growing popularity in the golf car sector, a golf-car dealership roundtable was added this year to bring to light how the software can assist these dealers with the nuances particular to this industry.

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volvo Acquires 45% Of dongfeng Commercial vehicles As announced earlier, AB Volvo signed an agreement in January 2013 with the Chinese automotive manufacturer, Dongfeng Motor Group Company Limited (DFG), to acquire 45% of a subsidiary of DFG, Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles Co., Ltd (DFCV). DFCV includes most of Dongfeng’s operations in heavy-duty and medium-duty commercial vehicles. To implement the transaction, a number of conditions had to be fulfilled, including approval from the Chinese competition authority and other relevant authorities.

All approvals have been received. This transaction will significantly strengthen the Volvo Group’s position in medium-duty trucks while the Group will become one of the world’s largest manufacturers of both medium-duty and heavy-duty trucks.

“This strategic alliance is a real milestone

and entails a fundamental change in the Volvo Group’s opportunities in the Chinese truck market, which is the largest in the world,” says Volvo’s President and CEO, Olof Persson. “At the same time, it will provide us with the opportunity to become involved in growing DFCV’s international business in a manner that will benefit us and our Chinese partner.”

In 2013, DFCV’s proforma sales amounted to RMB 35 billion (SEK 37 billion) and the pro-forma operating income to RMB 950 million (SEK 1 billion). The total Chinese market for heavy-duty trucks amounted to about 774,000 vehicles in 2013, while the corresponding figure for the mediumduty truck market was 286,000 vehicles. DFCV had a leading position in both the heavy-duty and medium-duty segments, with sales of 120,600

heavy-duty trucks and 51,000 medium-duty trucks, corresponding to market shares of 15.6 and 17.8%, respectively.

During the first three quarters of 2014, DFCV’s sales amounted to RMB 26 billion (SEK 28 billion) and the operating profit to RMB 1.1 billion (SEK 1.2 billion). During the same period, DFCV sold 85,000 heavy-duty and 31,000 medium-duty trucks.

On September 30, 2014, DFCV had a net financial asset of RMB 3 billion (SEK 3.6 billion) (2014 un-audited).

AB Volvo’s ownership in DFCV is expected to be recognized as an associated company and will be consolidated as of January 2015 according to the equity method and reported in the trucks segment.

The payment of the purchase consideration will impact the Group’s cash flow and net financial debt in the first quarter of 2015 by approximately SEK 7 billion. However, as the purchase consideration has been hedged, the net amount paid for the ownership in DFCV is approximately SEK 5.6 billion. b

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New 2015 Bobcat utility vehicles Offer Exceptional Performance For Increased Productivity Workers wanting to get tasks done more quickly and efficiently won’t have to look any further than the new 2015 four-wheel drive Bobcat 3400 and 3400XL utility vehicles. As a leader in compact equipment, Bobcat Company has launched the new 3400 and 3400XL, with improved suspension systems, new industry-leading features, industry-leading payload and towing, faster travel speeds and more integrated accessories.

Both the 3400 and 3400XL models have a sealed constant velocity transmission and are available with two engine configurations: a 40-horsepower (570 cc) gas engine or a 24-horsepower (1120 cc) diesel engine. The gas and diesel engines provide operators with greater performance — up to 40 mph with a dealer-installed kit.

The 3400 and 3400XL gas units provide easier start-up and responsive acceleration with an electron-

ic fuel injection system, which adjusts to temperature and altitude changes.

The 3400 and 3400XL diesel units have automatic glow plugs that adjust to colder starting conditions.

Acceleration is not a problem with these vehicles, as they can gain speed smoothly and quickly. An ergonomic lever allows 3400 and 3400XL utility vehicle operators to shift between high, low, neutral and park positions. The four-wheel drive system allows operators to shift onthe-fly to adjust to changing ground conditions.

For machine protection, both models have a full skid plate, a constant velocity shield and an optional brush guard to protect the undercarriage, engine, transmission and radiator when traveling over rough terrain, logs, rocks and other debris.

Improved suspension New Bobcat 3400 and 3400XL utility vehicles provide both an adjust-

able independent front dual A-arm suspension and an adjustable rear de Dion multi-link suspension system. The new suspension system provides the operator and passengers with a more comfortable ride, tighter turning radius, increased payload capacity and more stability when towing. Each utility vehicle wheel moves independently, keeping all wheels in contact with the ground, for maximum traction.

Enhanced style and design Bobcat Company spent considerable time designing the new 3400 and 3400XL models to help minimize installation time to add options and accessories to the utility vehicles. Bobcat enhanced the models to include modern interior and exterior styling. For example, the utility vehicle’s frame has flatsealing surfaces to ensure a good seal — keeping dirt and water out of the cab — to improve opera-

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Front and rear windows, a roof, and canvas or hardsided doors — available on 3400 models — can be easily added and removed, as needed to both models.

Once 3400 owners get the hinges installed, the doors simply lift on and off. Owners can convert the utility vehicles from an open to an enclosed modular cab in a few minutes.

The 3400 and 3400XL utility vehicles have a rugged cargo box with 1,250-pound payload capacity and a longer cargo box — 7 inches longer than previous models — making it one of the largest cargo boxes in the industry. Increased payload capacity allows operators to haul more and, in turn, maximize their time while on a jobsite, farm, acreage or grounds maintenance project.

A durable easy-to-clean composite cargo box features a single-latch mechanism, an integrated fastening system and tie-downs to secure cargo. A standard manual or optional hydraulic dump lever is available to easily empty materials from the vehicle’s cargo box. A higher towing capacity also allows the vehicle and operator to efficiently move materials on a trailer and in the cargo box.

Comfortable ride Although hauling materials and transporting passengers are often the 3400 and 3400XL’s primary function, making sure the operator and passengers are comfortable is another key factor when deciding what machine to purchase.

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and ample legroom and foot space. New 3400 utility vehicles come with a standard three-passenger bench seat with three-point seatbelts for all passengers.

The 3400XL utility vehicle has two bench seats that can accommodate up to six passengers. The 3400 and 3400XL models feature large openings for getting in and out of the vehicle, an optional dealer-installed heated cab and a lower step height for ease of use.

Ample storage is important to utility vehicle owners. To better accommodate utility vehicle passengers, Bobcat has added under-the-seat storage and new storage across the dash to complement the existing glove box. Two 12volt accessory plug-ins also come standard on both models, allowing operators to conveniently charge a phone, iPod or other mobile devices.

Bobcat has incorporated a new liquid-crystal display (LCD) for the 3400 and 3400XL. Operators simply press a button to toggle through the instrumentation screen.

The 3400 and 3400XL utility vehicles will provide an ease of maintenance with durable components and protective parts including a constant variable transmission (CVT) sealed cover that protects the drive belt used in the CVT and seals the belt from water and other weather variables.

The fuel tanks on both models are conveniently located, and daily checks of items such as fluids, filters and the battery can all be easily accessed through the machine’s engine compartment. Water cooled engines in the new 3400 and 3400XL allow for easier

and more efficient shutdown protection, keeping the engine cool in the hottest of days on the jobsite.

To help minimize downtime, liquid-cooled engines protect critical engine compartments from overheating, which also results in more performance and power from the machine, because components are kept cooler at higher rpm.

Options and accessories When it comes to snow and ice removal, the 3400 and 3400XL models have an optional snow blade that connects to the machines with a winch kit. For ground maintenance professionals, landscapers and homeowners with acreage, a 60-gallon sprayer can be mounted in the machine’s cargo box. The sprayer is ideal for spot weed control and broadcast spraying of liquid fertilizers and chemicals.

General purpose tires come standard on the 3400 and 3400XL utility vehicles.

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Page 9 When you get into heavy frost, you need to understand what the best techniques are to excavate. Image provided by Richard Coulas, OETIO.

Surviving The Cold Canada is geographically synonymous with cold, snow, and ice, and it’s no secret that the country’s construction industry experiences a considerable slow down during the winter months. By Mark Wolfe

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ork still occurs year round, but Mother Nature and the properties of physics take priority even when the most skilled operator faces the harsh winter elements. Cold weather forces the operators, and the construction industry as a whole, to continue to adapt to keep their machines running.

Paul Pozdyk is the sales manager with Tracks and Wheels Equipment Brokers Inc. His company serves Northern Ontario with locations in Sudbury, Timmins, North Bay, and Sault Ste. Marie. Like cars and trucks, he says that the majority of heavy construction equipment is built and sold in a warmer climate. He says that CASE builds an excellent grader that is manufactured in Brazil, but it arrives with a thicker hydraulic oil.

“If that machine comes in here and it’s minus 25° Celsius, we don’t even start it on the float — we pull the truck right into the shop and start it in three days,” Pozdyk says. “You get a hydraulic oil that turns to the consistency of grease [in cold temperatures], and it’s in a quarter-inch line, and that pump tries to pump it, it’s going to blow it right off the machine.”

Richard Coulas, Director of Training and Operations for the Operating Engineers Training Institute of

Ontario (OETIO), agrees.

“The cold causes oil to lose its viscosity and lead to improper lubrication and therefore premature wear on components,” he says.

“Thicker oil can affect the valve body’s ability to open and close. Granular material and debris when frozen can create excessive wear on parts.” All of which can lead to the machine malfunctioning and lost time.

Pozdyk says that when he started in the heavy equipment business 25 years ago, it was common to spray volatile ether gas into the intake to ignite the diesel fuel. Glow plugs were then invented to warm the fuel as it entered the engine block.

And today, machines can come equipped with a grid heater on the intake that warms the air going into the engine. The development of synthetic oils is also an innovation to help maintain proper viscosity.

As the training provider for the almost 14,000 members of the International Union of Operating Engineers Union across Ontario, Coulas has about 48 pieces of equipment operating every day, equipment that includes bulldozers, excavators, tractor loader backhoes, and graders. He says that there are a number of best practices operators can employ in inclement weather. Strategies include pre-

Thicker oil can affect the valve body’s ability to open and close. Granular material and debris when frozen can create excessive wear on parts.

Image courtesy of Tracks and Wheels Equipment Brokers Inc.

heating the engine before starting, warming the machines up before operating at full capacity, and cycling the hydraulics slowly to avoid shocking the system.

Coulas also says that proper training and following manufacturer procedures is critical. “There are several experienced operators in the industry that can’t perform proper pre-ops and postops,” he says. “Companybased training in regards to pre- and post-ops is rare.

Most companies measure results based on production, and teaching machine procedure is low on the list.”

And even the manufacturers and dealers do what

they can to serve Canada’s frozen population. Pozdyk says that CASE offers buyers a cold-climate package that the dealer installs after arrival. The package includes lighter oil or an electric hydraulic oil warmer. But sometimes someone buys a big excavator they need to run at minus 50 degrees Celsius that needs to be properly equipped. “There is always something you can do, but [the machines] come in as original equipment not to be expected to operate in any worse conditions than you would your car or your truck,” he says.

And whether the machine is an excavator, wheel

loader, backhoe, or skid steer, winter conditions demand the expertise of a skilled and experienced operator. Adam Pinder, manager of the Sault Ste. Marie Construction Association, says that the cold makes work a bit more complicated, a situation that requires an added level of skill from an experienced operator.

“When you get into heavy frost, you need to understand how to properly operate a hoe ram, and what the best techniques are to excavate,” Pinder says. “You look for people who are experienced in that, or you partner them up with experienced operators, to teach

the techniques.”

The bottom line remains: well-trained operators who maintain their machines, follow proper procedures, and employ good judgment will be the most successful performing their duties during the winter. “It’s a slow process, and you will get to some temperatures where you’re going to try [to warm the machine up and move slowly] and you are never going to hear the noise go away,” Pozdyk says. In these circumstances, “it’s time to turn the key, go in, make yourself a pot of soup, sit down, and tomorrow’s a new day.” b

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Analyzing the top Attachments For Backhoe Loaders Courtesy Case

It’s often said that quality beats quantity. Over the years, utility contractors have started to realize the truth behind that statement due to the benefits of having one machine with increased versatility on the jobsite instead of multiple machines.

In order to achieve that versatility, more and more attachments are being made available to the construction market every year. The backhoe loader, an invaluable jack-of-alltrades, has the capability to run a variety of attachments such as brooms, grapples and 4-in-1 buck-

ets.

What are the must-have attachments for utility contractors? Here’s what we suggest to get you started.

Getting Started With Hydraulics For starters, it’s important to note that hydraulics harness the power behind a backhoe’s operation, and

advances in auxiliary hydraulics have expanded the attachment capabilities of these machines.

There are three kinds of auxiliary hydraulics in backhoes: unidirectional hydraulics, bidirectional hydraulics and auxiliary hydraulics for attachments mounted to the loader end of the machine.

Bidirectional hydraulics provide the most flexibility to run attachments because hydraulic power flows two ways. Unidirectional auxiliary hydraulics are for running attachments with oneway hydraulic flow, such as

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breakers and compactors. A combination hydraulics setup is ideal as owners can then switch back and forth between unidirectional and bidirectional as needed.

By adding hydraulics to one or both ends of the machine, contractors can save money and give themselves more flexibility with their backhoes than they’ve ever had.

Breaking Down the Selection The top attachments for utility contractors are hammers/breakers. As utility lines are being installed or replaced, there’s usually asphalt or concrete in the way. And many areas of the country feature hard and rocky soils. Contractors need an attachment that will get the job started.

Hammers require unidirectional hydraulics.

However, it’s important for contractors to know that, if you have a bidirectional hydraulic selection on a hammer, it’s crucial to attach to a return-to-tank drain line (if equipped) or else you can ruin the seals within the hammer.

Another backhoe attachment that is important for utility contractors is a tiger tooth or frost tooth.

Tiger teeth are more applicable for areas with harder soil, while frost teeth help break through difficult frost in more northern climates.

The attachment is a hardened steel tooth that resembles a hook at the end of the backhoe. It can help contractors scrape the edges of a trench to make sure there are no protruding rocks; can help clean up the trench; and can break through difficult ground conditions.

Tampers/compactors are another very important attachment in utilities because of the amount of new pipe laying taking place. Generally, tampers are used for more shallow trenches to solidly compact the foundation to prevent movement/ground upheaval.

Tamper attachments run on unidirectional hydraulics and are available in a variety of sizes. Depending on the work being done, the tamper is typically lined up with the bucket being used. For example, if you use an 18-inch bucket, you’ll use a 12- or 18-inch tamper. Where applicable, they also provide logistical advantages over independent trench rollers.

February 2015 Hydraulic thumbs are universal attachments that are important to have due to their flexibility. If a contractor is breaking up concrete with a breaker, a thumb makes it easier to clean up the area.

Rigid thumbs are stationary attachments, with the bucket coming up to the thumb, which eliminates the flexibility of the hydraulic thumb. For example, you might not be able to fully curl the bucket to pick up a piece of concrete, or it could fall before it actually catches the thumb. Being able to bring the thumb down is a huge benefit.

However, buckets are still the most common attachment, with bucket sizes ranging from 12- to 36-inches. These are also the most common attachment on the loader side of a backhoe loader. Fortunately, there are a large variety of buckets such as grapples and 4-in-1 buckets to increase versatility. Another important attachment on the front is a broom for cleaning up the jobsite upon completion.

Attachments expand the versatility of your equipment and add a level of flexibility to your fleet. By utilizing several attachments on backhoe loaders, and making sure to match the right tool the job, contractors are able to complete utility installation and repair jobs from start to finish with the power of a single machine. b

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Bombardier to Supply 42 Regio 2N double-deck trains to StIF And SNCF Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation won an order to supply 42 Regio 2N train sets to the Syndicat des Transports d’Ile-de-France (STIF) and SNCF. This order for 42 double-deck trains is an additional order in the framework of an ongoing contract signed in 2010 and is valued at approximately 397 million euro ($484 million US). Delivery of the new trains will start from September 2017 and the trains will operate on Line R of the Parisian suburban network.

The STIF and SNCF selected the long eight-car suburban Regio 2N version from the BOMBARDIER OMNEO platform of extra-wide double-deck electrical multiple units (EMU).

The 110m-trains will have five seats in each row, two seats on one side of the corridor and three seats on the other, in order to offer more seating capacity compared to conventional doubledeck trains. The Regio 2N trains are designed to operate with three units coupled together, enabling it to transport a total of 3,120 passengers of which

1,746 passengers can travel seated.

Passengers will appreciate seats with arm rests and electrical sockets, wide windows, indirect lighting, a “tube”-style architecture for more transparency and security.

A modern information system with sound and screens will keep passengers well informed and the intelligent air conditioning system will adjust according to the number of passengers on board.

All doors provide level access from 55 centimetre station platforms. Two cars in each train set are equipped for persons with reduced mobility, with an automatically operated ramp and two areas for wheelchairs. The Regio 2N complies one hundred percent with European accessibility standards (TSI PRM).

The eight 1.6 metre access doors and the wide gangways of 2.3 metres will ease the flow of passengers boarding and leaving the train to optimize stopping time in stations.

The passenger alarm and the automatic door shutting management system, a tailor-made solution for Ile-de-France operations

and successfully proven with the Francilien fleet, will contribute to the punctuality of the service.

The Regio 2N innovations also bring benefits in terms of operational costs with energy savings of about 20% per passenger thanks to BOMBARDIER ECO4 technologies such as the BOMBARDIER MITRACPermanent Magnet Motor, the electrical energy reuse during braking and a light steel structure.

The Regio 2N fleet offers substantial maintenance optimization, resulting from the joint cooperation with SNCF experts. These trains will benefit from economies of scale of a platform widely spread out in ten Regions, including Ile-de-France.

“Bombardier is delighted with this breakthrough order for Ile-de-France and Paris suburban network which is a confirmation of the benefits that the Regio 2N fleet can bring in terms of operating costs, comfort and seating capacity,” said Jean-Baptiste Eymeoud, Vice President Projects, Western Europe, Bombardier Transportation.

The Regio 2N train belongs to the new BOM-

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The Bombardier teams in its Crespin site in the North of France have designed it to meet a wide range of needs. The version selected by the STIF for line R will benefit from all the SNCF and Bombardier expertise in Ile-deFrance trains. Today, Line H, which is fully operated with a Francilien fleet, is the most punctual line of the SNCF Transilien network in Greater Paris.

As the Regio 2N is modular, it is possible to select from five train lengths from 81m to 135m, speed of 160 km/h or 200 km/h, interior configurations for suburban, regional or intercity services and from over 200 interior design options.

The OMNEO premium version has been designed to meet the needs of intercity services for the Trains d’Equilibre du Territoire (Balance of the Territories Trains) government programme.

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CASE M Series dozers, 1221F Wheel Loader Named “top Roll Outs” Case Construction Equipment’s dozers and 1221F wheel loader have been named two of the 2014 “Top RollOuts” by Aggregates Manager magazine. The list is compiled by the magazine staff, which reviews product introductions from the past year and picks the top 25 to feature.

The M Series features five models that range from 92 to 214 net horsepower with operating weights from 21,500 to 48,800 pounds. The engines have SCR-only emissions-reduction technology and save up to 14 percent in fuel, while increasing efficiency by 19 percent. The dozers have

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Kobelco to Build Excavators In South Carolina Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. has decided to construct a hydraulic excavator production factory in South Carolina. The new factory will be incorporated into its North American subsidiary, Kobelco Construction Machinery U.S.A. Inc. (“KCMU”) which already operates in North America. With this factory construction, KCMU will be reorganized into a company with integrated production and sales.

After concluding an official purchase agreement for the planned construction site, Kobelco will begin site preparation in April 2015, construct a building, install machines and equipment, and complete the construction in December. Mass production of the 20t model is expected to begin in

January 2016. The site area will be approximately 85 acres. Initially the plant will have an annual production capacity of 1,800 units but the company plans to sequentially increase the menu and production in accordance with market development.

The target share in North America under the current mediumterm management plan whose final year is the fiscal year 2015 is 7 percent or higher. However, by taking advantage of local production, Kobelco hopes to enhance service functions further and reinforce foundation in North American market by improving after-sales activities including parts sales. According to the company, the move will also serve to increase the presence of Kobelco’s hydraulic

excavators, and put a group-wide effort into regaining a 10 percent share in North America that the company had before it formed an alliance with CNH. Having a production site in North America will allow Kobelco to not only to reduce the production lead-time of machineries for North American customers and improve capability for meeting the market needs, but also reduce operational burden on the Hiroshima Itsukaichi Factory and build an optimal group-wide production system.

Background and Purpose Kobelco Construction Machinery reentered the U.S. market in 2013. KCMU aggressively put effort into rebuilding a distribution network, and as of

December, 2014, they have concluded a dealer agreement with a total of 62 companies, 52 in North America and 10 in South America and been smoothly recovering sales and share.

The entire volume was being shipped from the Hiroshima Itsukaichi Factory in Japan at the beginning of the reentry. However, market development has been proceeding at a faster rate than expected and the Itsukaichi Factory keeps its fullest production capacity and has no further available capacity. Kobelco has decided to manufacture standard hydraulic excavators for the U.S. in North America because capacity shortage is expected sooner or later due to the market development speed. The Hiroshima Itsukaichi Factory has been operating at a production level of 10,500 units which significantly exceeds the current production capacity of 8,500 units.

However, further production increase is limited, and prevention of opportunity loss was a major issue. Even after the production of the standard models for the U.S. is transferred to KCMU, the Hiroshima Itsukaichi Factory is expected to maintain a full production to accommodate the expansion of newly developed areas centering on Europe and the Middle and Near East.

As for the production menu, standard models of heavy excavators for North America have been planned. Special machines and mini excavators will continue to be supplied from Japan.

About the Site The planned construction site is located near major highways (I-26 and I-85) and has excellent access to Charleston Harbor which is a major domestic and North American harbor as well as to Savannah Harbor in Georgia, a neighboring state. Moreover, there is a strong manufacturing industry in the area with automobile manufacturers and aviation industry manufacturers present. b

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yanmar donates to Pennsylvania Non-Profit Organization Yanmar Agriculture Equipment is delighted to announce the recent donation of an Lx4500 tractor to Bald Eagle Boys Camp in central Pennsylvania. This organization was nominated to receive this donation by its local Yanmar dealer, Rovendale Ag and Barn.

Bald Eagle Boys Camp, located in Mill Hall, Pennsylvania, is a wilderness camp that provides troubled boys with a safe place to work through their problems and lead them to a behavioural, physical and emotional sense of wholeness. Nestled on 520 acres of beautifully wooded mountain land, the camp facilities consist of an office, dining hall, warehouse and staff housing. Campers and counsellors live at secluded campsites in tent cabins that they build and maintain themselves.

Yanmar has long been committed to celebrating individuals and organizations alike who share

the company’s passion for the land. In fact, the company’s mission statement reads, “We strive to provide sustainable solutions for needs which are essential to human life.

We focus on the challenges our customers face in food production and harnessing power, thereby enriching people’s lives for all our tomorrows.” Keith Wainwright, Business Unit Manager for the Agriculture Equipment Division commented, “Bald Eagle Boys Camp is the perfect example of an organization using the land and resources around them to create a better world, and we are proud that we were able to donate a tractor, so that they can continue to change lives.”

The dedication ceremony for the new tractor in which a Yanmar representative handed over the keys was held at the camp on Friday, December 19, 2014. b

Glencore Completes Sale Of Stake In donkin Coal Project to Kameron Glencore has completed the sale of its 75% interest in the Donkin Coal Project to Kameron Collieries, a subsidiary of the US-based Cline Group.

Canadian mining exploration and development company Morien Resources, which owns a 25% interest in Donkin, seeks to advance the project under the new arrangement with Kameron.

Located within 30km of a deep-water port, Donkin Coal Project in Nova Scotia has received environmental assessment approvals from the federal and provincial governments.

The Donkin project may employ around 300 people and produce close to 3.6 million tonnes of coking and thermal coal annually, probably from longwall and continuous mining operations.

The project is expected to have a lifespan of 30 years and involves the development of a coal deposit in North America.

Since 2006, Glencore and Morien have invested $43m in the fully permitted Donkin Coal Project and its reopening has been in the works for eight years.

In the 1980s, former federal Crown company Devco dug the necessary tunnels for the project, but it was abandoned before the mine opened due to a decline in coal prices.

In July, the project received approval from Nova Scotia Environment Minister Randy Delorey.

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First EPA Compliant Commercial Marine Engine Yanmar America, a leader in the marine industry, is pleased to announce the introduction of its new EPA Tier III compliant commercial marine diesel engine. Rated at 755 mHP and 1900 RPM, the new 20.38-liter 6AYAM-ET uses a fully mechanical control system for easy servicing and reliable performance.

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In addition to the engine, YANMAR also supplies original marine gears that can be adapted to a wide range of applications for better performance and easier maintenance.

As with all YANMAR commercial engines, this new engine is approved by leading Marine Class Societies. b

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Annual Trowel Challenge Heads To World Of Concrete What started as an impromptu friendly competition has now become one of the most anticipated events at the World of Concrete trade show. For the seventh year, Wacker Neuson will host its annual Trowel Challenge competition during the show, Feb. 3-6, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nev. Each year Wacker Neuson creates an obstacle course on a 2400 square foot concrete slab at their WOC booth (#O31708). Concrete finishers are invited to test their skills as they manoeuvre a 48-inch, rideon trowel through the

timed course. The top 10 finishers of the qualifying rounds will meet for the final championship on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015.

Once again, Wacker Neuson will award the fastest finisher with a grand prize custom 48-inch CRT 48-35VX ride-on trowel powered by a special Vanguard BIG BLOCK V-twin engine.

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CAT 300B Excavator - Complete with bush guarding, hydraulic thumb and 2 buckets for $34,000 OBO. Recent repairs for $28,400 were spent on complete new under carriage, estimate 85% remaining. Also, $15,700 on new hydraulic pump (3,181 hours ago). Plus many other repairs.

CAT D8N - Complete with angle dozer, multishank ripper & sweeps. Recent repairs for $96,800 (last 6,085 hours) Photos and records are available upon request.

2007 Kenworth T800, 320,000 km, C15, 18 spd, 46,000 rears, 210WB, clean truck. $73,000 firm.

Surrey, BC. phone: (778) 288-4877

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Clark

Planetary Axles, also Axle Tech. Call Steve or Jake. phone: (360) 794-2021

2011 Terek Finlay J1175 Jaw Crusher

• 1800 hours • Excellent Condition • Cedarapids 42' X 30" Single toggle (1070 x 763mm) jaw chamber • Hydrostatic drive – reversible action for clearing blockages • Dust suppression • 9m3 hopper capacity • Caterpillar C9 261kW (350 HP @ 1900 pm) • Bypass Conveyor For more information, please call

306-280-5974 LOG LOADERS

(2) 1996 4300C II Heel Boom loaders.

One has new engine & idler; other has new bottom rollers and sprockets.

Both good runners.

Approx. 14,500 hours on both. $45,000 OBO. Kitwanga, B.C.

SKIDDER 2003 JOHN DEERE 748-G3 50% rubber, with chains all around. Air seat.

LED lights. Well maintained. 14,000 hours.

Good condition. Ready for work! $59,000. Houston, B.C.

TODD: (250) 695-6411 CELL: (250) 692-6971

CAT D8K - Complete with dozer, multi-shank ripper and sweeps. $81,000 was spent on new Cat pads, rails and rollers, and major component repairs. Photos and records are available.

Reasonable offers will be accepted.

For more information call:

Fiorentino Bros. Contracting Ltd. (Since 1966) Location: Cranbrook, BC. Office: (250) 426-7281, ext. 3 OR

Cell Phone: (250) 489-9502

gmtf@shaw.ca

Welding/Fabricating Machining business For sale Owner retiring, excellent opportunity for experienced trades person.

Located in the growing economy of Big River, Saskatchewan, this well-established business provides repair services to a wide customer base, mainly forestry contractors, farmers, and the mill. Currently operated by the owner only, and having to turn away customers — could easily be a 2-man operation, if you wish.

$100,000 Of EquipmEnt

Including: Metal lathes, milling machine, forklift, welders, service truck, etc.

$50,000 Of invEntOry:

Including: Steel, small parts and manufactured parts.

EstablishEd, sOlid CliEnt list Income statement and equipment and inventory lists are available to qualified buyers. Current owner willing to work part-time to ensure a smooth transition and provide additional assistance. asking price: $175,000.

call: (306) 469-7382

rrcontracting@ymail.com

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