In addition to offering diagnostics with the latest technology, we can provide you with quality advice on how to prevent costly maintenance in the future.
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Supply Post To Amalgamate Editions For 2019
Since 1971, the Supply Post has offered equipment and trucking industry stakeholders quality advertising advice, world-class ad design, and personalized service. 48 years later, we are proud to still be here as a family-owned and operated company. For this, we offer our great thanks and appreciation to our advertisers, our thousands of readers, our suppliers, previous family member owners, and our fantastic staff. Without their contributions over the years, we simply wouldn’t be here.
In 2008, we made the leap into the Eastern Canadian market and developed a strong mailing list of over 11,000 equipment and truck buyers. Over the last 10 years, we’ve attended dozens of tradeshows, met thousands of new readers, and developed relationships with many of the major distributors in Ontario and Atlantic Canada. As time has gone on, the industry has seen many changes. Nota-
bly, buyers are willing and able to source equipment from further away. Shipping costs across Canada have also come down dramatically. With those things in mind, it occurred to us that a separate edition for Eastern Canada was no longer the way to properly reach that market, and that our readers would be alright seeing articles along with hundreds of trucks and equipment for sale from across Canada. The conclusion was unanimous. Why not just print ONE edition, and send it CANADA WIDE?
After some consideration, research and planning, we’re doing exactly that.
Starting with our January 2019 edition, we will amalgamate our East and West editions into one single publication. We will of course, continue to produce 12 editions per year, as we’ve done since 1971. Five of those 12 issues will be focused in Western Canada only (Mar, May, Aug, Oct, Dec), and the other seven
will be distributed in the West and CANADA-WIDE (Jan, Feb, Apr, Jun, Jul, Sep, Nov). For Eastern Canada, you will see a much larger publication on a regular basis and we will make sure there are newsstand copies available throughout the year. For Western Canada, there will be some new advertisers in the publication regularly. It’s our hope that you all will enjoy the publication even more now. If you haven’t had a chance to check it out recently, please take a look at our updated website at supplypost.com. We’ve recently completed several upgrades to the site including home page links to all the major equipment types, upgrades to the equipment listing filtration and increased mobile use efficiencies.
“Supply Post is committed to being Canada’s leading advertising and digital media provider for the Construction Equipment and Trucking Industries.” Please watch our monthly deadline reminders for further details on each issue, or contact Jeff Watson at 1-800-663-4802 if you have any questions.b
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Less Waste And Energy Usage Result Of Olofsfors Switch To SSAB Steel
Olofsfors, a Swedish manufacturer of steel products for the forestry and construction industries, has reduced its material usage, optimized its production process and developed a lighter, more fuel-efficient product. How? By moving its production in house and switching to SSAB Boron 27 steel.
improved sustainability for Olofsfors.
“The material waste percentage from cut steel can be as high as 50 percent, but, with SSAB’s steel, we’ve reduced that number significantly. Our material use is down too.
We make some 400,000 side supports a year and, for each one, we’re saving
between half a kilo and a kilo of steel. So we’re heating less steel and wasting less steel,” says Olofsfors’ Strategic Product Developer, Mats Frangén. “SSAB is committed to reducing its long-term climate impact and that’s something we value when choosing our suppliers. With SSAB, we use and transport less material, all of which has a positive impact on our carbon emissions,” concludes Maria Ragnarsson. b
Source: Olofsfors
“We have transitioned from using pre-manufactured parts to buying steel that we press and manufacture in house,” explains Maria Ragnarsson, Olofsfors’ Head of Purchasing and Logistics. “Now that we control our production process, we’re generating less waste and making a more sustainable product.”
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In 2008, Olofsfors opted to bring the production process for its ECO-Tracks for forestry machines in house. In the search for a supplier to provide the steel for the side supports on the tracks, it chose SSAB Boron 27 steel.
“Quality is one of our top priorities,” says Ragnarsson. “If we want to produce the right quality, the material we use has to meet the required quality standards.
“We chose steel from SSAB because it maintains a high, consistent level of quality and because SSAB is a sustainably minded company that is also a relatively local supplier to us here in northern Sweden,” she continues.
In addition to optimizing fuel consumption as a result of the lightweight properties of SSAB’s steel, the switch to SSAB Boron 27 has resulted in less material use, less waste and
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When an engine fire destroyed a log handler at Cameron River Logistics (CRL), Andrew Moore and his team decided it was a chance to rethink their original purchase decision.
“It had about 10,000 hours on it and it was able to load wood at the pace we wanted,” Moore explains. “However, we had issues with parts availability. Wire harnesses were taking 4 - 5 months to deliver; a steering knuckle failed in January and we were told it would be April before they’d have one to ship from the factory.”
Parts availability became a key factor in the decision to replace the damaged machine with a new Sennebogen 830 M-T. “With Sennebogen, you’re not reinventing the wheel,” Moore continued. “It’s got a Cummins engine, BoschRexroth hydraulics; all industry-standard components easily sourced nearby or available at the local
Sennebogen dealer.”
To simplify support for their global customers, Sennebogen engineers have always worked to keep the equipment simple and minimize their use of proprietary OEM components. In North America, the 100,000 square foot Sennebogen LLC warehouse near Charlotte, NC maintains a complete inventory of replacement parts for every make and model currently in service.
Cameron River’s local Sennebogen distributor, Great West Equipment, also inventories a large supply of common service parts, as well as providing factorytrained service technicians. Throughput depends on uptime
According to Moore, uptime is critical to the CRL operation. Located in northern British Columbia, CRL is a transload station moving 16-foot CTL logs from truck to rail for the Dunkley Lumber mill, 5 hours to the south. CRL is
one of several stations that collect and ship logs to feed the big mill.
“We’re doing close to 200,000 m3 of spruce pine logs a year,” says Moore. “That’s about 2,500 rail cars. We also unload about 40 trucks per day from the forests of Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.”
Purpose-built chassis powers through Spring yard conditions
Moore reports that parts availability already had the yard leaning toward Sennebogen, but the ready availability of a purposebuilt 830 M-T trailer puller clinched the decision. The 830 M-T is a 91,000 lb., 225 HP (41,400 kg, 168 kW) machine built specifically for log-handling and trailer pulling applications. It features a hydraulically elevating cab and a unique undercarriage designed by Sennebogen to handle the stresses of pulling heavy log trailers through difficult yard conditions.
The 830’s dual transmissions, providing 4-wheel traction, were especially appealing to CRL. “We have a really small yard here and haven’t had to pull the trailer yet,” Moore admits. Most of Moore’s
yard is packed clay with a gravel top. But Moore expects that, with the new machine, operations will be able to access undeveloped areas that, previously, they were unable to reach. Frost will soon be coming out of the ground soon and the soft areas will become apparent. Operators have said that the Sennebogen has already pulled through spots where, in the past, the old machine would have been stuck. Again, the 830 M-T has improved CRL’s ability to keep on moving, and to keep moving wood. b
Source: Sennebogen
Pipeline To Proceed Following Sanctioning Of LNG Canada Facility
TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP) (NYSE:TRP) (TransCanada) announced on Oct 2nd that it will proceed with construction of the Coastal GasLink pipeline project (Coastal GasLink) after a decision to sanction the LNG Canada natural gas liquefaction facility in Kitimat, British Columbia (B.C.) was announced earlier the same day by the joint venture participants of LNG Canada, a consortium comprised of Shell, PETRONAS, PetroChina, Mitsubishi Corporation and KOGAS (the LNG Canada Participants).
“This announcement signifies an important step forward for Coastal GasLink as well as for the province of B.C. and the country,” said Russ Girling, TransCanada’s president and chief executive officer. “The magnitude of the work undertaken over the past six years has been extensive. It demonstrates the commitment of our teams, our partners, B.C. communities and Indigenous groups to work together
toward a single goal of fostering an LNG industry off Canada’s West Coast that will help maximize the value of our important natural gas resources in a sustainable and responsible way.”
Coastal GasLink is a 670-kilometre (420 mile) pipeline designed to transport natural gas from the Montney gas-producing region near Dawson Creek, B.C. to the LNG Canada facility in Kitimat. The pipeline will have an initial capacity of approximately 2.1 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/day) with the potential for expansion of up to approximately 5 Bcf/day.
Construction activities are expected to begin in early 2019 with a planned inservice date in 2023.
The estimated Cdn $6.2 billion project is underpinned by 25-year transportation service agreements (with additional renewal provisions) entered into with the LNG Canada Participants and includes predevelopment costs to date of approximately $470 million.
The majority of the spend on construction will occur in 2020 and 2021. Subject to terms and conditions, differences between the estimated capital cost and final cost of the project will be recovered in future pipeline tolls. As part of the funding plan, TransCanada intends to explore joint venture partners and project financing for Coastal GasLink and has retained RBC Capital Markets as advisors.
“Once constructed, Coastal GasLink will become a critical component of British Columbia’s natu-
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ral gas pipeline infrastructure, connecting our abundant, low-cost natural gas resources to global markets,” added Girling. “Solid underlying market fundamentals, combined with robust commercial support for the project, position us to prudently fund Coastal GasLink over its multi-year construction along with our existing $28 billion near-term capital program in a manner consistent with our long-established strong financial profile.”
The Coastal GasLink project was first proposed in 2012 after TransCanada was selected as LNG Canada’s pipeline partner of choice to design, build, own and operate the pipeline system. Since then, the Coastal GasLink team has completed significant project work and successfully achieved key milestones through its extensive environmental and field studies, regulatory approvals, and consultation and engagement programs with local communities and Indigenous groups in the design and planning of the project. The project received its Environmental Assessment Certificate in 2014, after submitting an extensive 7,200-page application to the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) and participating in a thorough public comment period culminating in a robust two-year environmental and technical review to obtain the permits. Necessary regulatory permits from the B.C. Oil and Gas Commission (OGC) followed shortly afterward, providing Coastal GasLink with all the necessary regulatory permits to proceed with construction.
The Coastal GasLink Pipeline project will employ 2,000-2,500 people during construction and generate approximately $20 million a year in ongoing property tax benefits to B.C. communities, creating economic stimulus and additional funds to address community needs both locally and provincially.
Project Highlights
Include:
• The receipt of all necessary major regulatory permits required to proceed with construction
• Conducting over 441,000 hours of environmental field studies to assess aquatic habitat, wildlife, terrain, soils, vegetation and wetlands, atmospheric environment, hydrology, archeological resources and timber
• Successfully completing all necessary field work in preparation for construction-related activities along the pipeline route
• Working directly with Indigenous groups to provide meaningful opportunities for input in project planning. To date, more than onethird of all field work completed on the project has been conducted by Indigenous people
• Confirming approximately $2.8 billion in construction contracts to the project’s four prime contractors
• Directly awarding $620 million to Indigenous businesses and contractors for construction activities, with an additional $400 million
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anticipated to both B.C. northern communities and Indigenous communities during the construction period, totaling approximately $1 billion of local spend in the province of B.C.
• Signing project and community agreements with all 20 elected Indigenous bands along the pipeline
route, confirming strong support from Indigenous communities across the province
“Our team has demonstrated that we have the knowledge and expertise to move this important project forward safely and responsibly, with the full understanding that our success comes from the close working relationships we have
developed with our Indigenous and local B.C. communities. It is time to build this pipeline. We are ready to do that and want to express our deepest gratitude to those communities and First Nations groups who have supported our project over the past six years,” concluded Girling. b
Source: coastalgaslink.com
First Forest Company To Include The Supply Chain In Its Carbon Accounting
TimberWest announced today that it is committed to pursuing carbon neutrality over the next 10 years and has taken the first significant step in the process by measuring a total carbon footprint going beyond just its operations to incorporate supply chain energy use, forest carbon and its distribution network.
utor to addressing climate change. This end-to-end approach to understanding our carbon footprint is a key step in determining how we can be part of the solution to climate change through sustainable forest management and informed decisions across our supply chain,” said Jeff Zweig, TimberWest’s CEO. “This data sets an important benchmark from which we will measure our progress towards carbon neutrality over the next decade.”
well-established forest estate and product carbon modelling techniques,” said Mike Harris, PwC Canada, Partner, Risk Assurance Services. “PwC is proud to have participated in this progressive verification assignment for TimberWest.”
Working with KPMG as an advisor and PwC and the Carbon Trust as independent verifiers, TimberWest conducted a carbon accounting of its owned forest assets and activities starting with the organic matter on the forest floor, to the trees and resultant wood products, including TimberWest’s associated operational activities. This approach is believed to be a first-of-its-kind for a forest company to understand its end-to-end impact with respect to climate change.
“Working forests are a renewable resource and a potential positive contrib-
“Using our forest industry and greenhouse gas verification expertise, PwC performed a limited assurance verification over the results of TimberWest’s voluntary carbon footprint assessment using the ISAE 3410 standard to guide our work. We also incorporated the ISO 14065 Standard for Greenhouse Gas Verification and the Canadian Forest Service carbon model, as well as other
Hugh Jones, Managing Director – Business Services at the Carbon Trust said: “Good measurement is the crucial first step to effective management. TimberWest is the first forest company we have provided with an organizational certification that goes beyond just the carbon footprint from its own operations, by also looking at the emissions associated with its supply chain energy use, the distribution of products to customers and long-term carbon storage. By better understanding and communicating how it impacts the climate, both negatively through its own greenhouse gas emissions and positively through sustainably-managed forests, the company will be able to play an important role in building a sustainable, low carbon future.” b
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Raising Awareness About Impairment In The Workplace
WorkSafeBC has launched an awareness campaign to educate employers and workers about impairment in the workplace, as the legalization of recreational cannabis went into effect on October 17.
“Impairment in the workplace isn’t a new issue in B.C., but it’s become top of mind as cannabis becomes legal for recreational use,” said Tom Brocklehurst, Director of Prevention Practices and Quality for WorkSafeBC. “We’re reaching out to employers and workers to remind them that they share responsibility for managing impairment in the workplace.”
Under current occupational health and safety regulations, employers must:
• Not allow a worker who is impaired for any reason — alcohol, drugs (including cannabis), or any other substance — to perform work activities that could endanger the worker or anyone else.
• Not allow a worker to remain at any workplace while the worker’s ability to work safely is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or any other substance. Employers also need to make workers aware of their responsibilities, including:
• Making sure that their ability to work safely is not impaired by alcohol, drugs, or other causes. This means showing up fit to work and remaining so throughout the
work day.
• Not working if their impairment may endanger them, or anyone else.
• Notifying their supervisor if their ability to work safely is impaired for any reason.
“The legalization of recreational cannabis provides a good opportunity for employers and workers to be reminded about workplace-safety policies and practices,” said Harry Bains, Minister of Labour and minister responsible for WorkSafeBC. “Every worker has the right to go home, safe and sound, at the end of their shift.”
WorkSafeBC is advising employers to develop policies and procedures that address impairment in the workplace. To assist, WorkSafeBC has created a guide for managing workplace impairment and developing a policy. The need for an impairment policy is even more relevant with the legalization of recreational cannabis.
“An impairment policy that takes a fit-to-work approach to impairment can help employers meet their workplace-safety obligations,” said Brocklehurst. “It’s also very important that employers clearly communicate their impairment policy to workers.”
WorkSafeBC’s awareness campaign includes online educational materials and radio ads in major markets across the province that started Oct. 22, including Kamloops, Kelowna, Prince George, Vancouver/Lower Mainland and Victoria. Radio ads in Vancouver will include Cantonese, Mandarin and Punjabi languages.
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Source: WorkSafeBC
Hyundai Upgrades R35Z-9A Compact Excavator
Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas announced a variety of improvements to its 3-1/2-ton class Hyundai R35Z-9A compact excavator, designed to provide users a competitive edge in performance, convenience, serviceability and safety. One of seven 9A series models, the Hyundai R35Z-9A compact excavator was introduced to the market in 2015. It features a zero-tail swing design for optimum maneuverability in confined work spaces.
“The new improvements to our popular R35Z-9A are the result of valuable input from our VOC (Voice of the Customer) meeting conducted last year with North American dealers and customers,” said Corey Rogers, marketing manager, Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas. “Hyundai conducts frequent competitive comparison tests and annual VOC meetings with dealers and customers to
improve current machine models and contribute to the development of new products. Hyundai greatly values our customers’ ideas and feedback, and we strive to make our products responsive to their needs.”
New standard features include a Werk Braucompatible thumb bracket, a diverter valve for easy switching between a thumb or attachment, proportional control levers with two-way piping, pingrabber style dual-locking quick coupler and O/C piping, enhanced bucket design with lifting-eye and two-piece tooth design for easy replacement, increased curve profile on dozer blade for better grade and cutting ability, an easily replaceable cutting edge to the dozer blade, a wider opening engine compartment, and a durable centered boom LED work light for improved jobsite illumination. A new optional feature is the 4-way angle dozer blade.
Enhancements add to competitive edge
“The R35Z-9A new improvements combine to make this bullet-proof designed machine one of the best compact excavators on the market,” Rogers said.
The R35Z-9A model features a fuel efficient Yanmar engine producing 23.7 hp (17.7 kW), large cab with powerful air conditioning, suspension seat and fold-up travel pedals for enhanced floor space. The machine’s boom swing capability allows the operator to offset the boom 75 degrees to the left and 50 degrees to the right, facilitating close work alongside foundations and other structures, especially in congested areas.
Maximum digging depth is 10 ft 3 in (3 135 mm). Bucket breakout force is 6,900 lbf (3 130 kgf). Standard bucket capacity is 0.14 yd3 (0.11 m3).
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SMS Equipment Now Selling New Komatsu WA480-8 Wheel Loader
SMS Equipment Inc., one of the world’s largest Komatsu dealers now sells and supports the newest Tier 4 Final WA480-8 Komatsu wheel loader.
The WA480-8 features higher production, lower fuel costs, improved operator comfort and en-
hanced serviceability; it is almost eight percent more productive than the previous model featuring a new bucket design with curves on the side wall to improve pile penetration and material retention.
Komatsu America Corp. has provided the follow-
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“The WA480-8 is the perfect tool for quarry, infrastructure and nonresidential construction applications,” said Craig McGinnis, product marketing manager, Komatsu America. “It’s the perfect three-pass loader for onhighway trucks and hoppers.”
Standard features of the WA480-8 include:
Under the Hood
• A powerful 299 HP, 11.04 L, EPA Tier 4 Final certified, SAA6D125E-7 engine uses up to 20 percent less fuel than its Tier 3 predecessor
• Nearly 20 years of leadership in emissions technology enabled Komatsu designers to create an engine that reduces Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) by more than 80%, from the Tier 3 model
• Komatsu Diesel Particulate Filter (KDPF)
and other after treatment components are designed in conjunction with the engine for efficiency and long life
• More than 95 percent of KDPF regeneration is performed passively, with no action required of the operator and no interference with machine operation
• Komatsu’s SmartLoader Logic, combined with the lockup torque converter that activates in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gear, provides optimal engine torque for improved acceleration, hill-climbing ability, a higher top speed and fuel savings
New In-Cab
Enhancements/Features
• Advanced Joystick Steering System (AJSS) eliminates the steering wheel for improved forward visibility and operator comfort while allowing the machine to operate at full speed
• Integrated load meter system displays data directly to the machine’s main monitor and remotely via KOMTRAX. Load sub-total and cancel functions available via buttons integrated into the machine work
levers. Load meter is only available on two-lever, two-valve machine configurations
• An optional printer allows operators to print bucket and truck weights based on load meter data
• Air-suspension, highback, heated seat softens machine vibrations for operator comfort, while cast frame structure increases strength
• Seat-mounted electronic pilot control levers with F-N-R switch for operator ergonomics and convenience
• Latest version of pioneering KOMTRAX telematics system and monitor that provides key machine metrics, including KDPF status and DEF-level data, fuel consumption, plus performance information collected and sorted by operator ID
• Separate, full color, rearview monitor comes standard
Additional Features/ Benefits
• New bucket design improves overall machine productivity. Generous curves on the side wall and wrap improve pile
penetration, make it easy to fill, and improve material retention in carry operations
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Three Modulift spreader beams were used in a oneover-two configuration beneath the hook of a 350t capacity mobile crane to remove the historic Castle Way footbridge in Southampton, UK last month (September).
Lifting and height safety specialist TackleStore Ltd T/A SafetyLiftinGear.com supplied the beams—a MOD 70 and two MOD 12s— alongside slings and shackles. The company delivered the rigging equipment to King Lifting, who regularly work with SafetyLiftinGear. com, for use with the rental firm’s six-axle Terex Demag AC 350-6. R&W Group, a provider of civil engineering, traffic management, rail, environmental, and plant services, oversaw the overnight removal of the historic bridge, which weighed just over 12t.
“Obviously, when an overnight closure of a public highway is scheduled,
it’s important that the rigging gear is provided in a timely fashion and it meets the requirements of the lift. Understanding the load and detailed planning are prerequisites to success in such circumstances,” said Karl Chapple, hire and sales manager at SafetyLiftinGear. com.
The MOD 70 was used at 12m (39 ft.) in length above the pair of shorter, 2m (6.5 ft.)-long MOD 12s, which were utilised at either end of the spreader at a 90-degree angle to the top beam. A MOD 70 offers up to 70t at 10.5m (33 ft.) and up to 14m (45 ft.) at a lower capacity, while a MOD 12 offers up to 12t at 4.75m (15 ft.) and up to 6.5m (21 ft.) at a lower capacity. SafetyLiftinGear. com provided 8m-long, 20t capacity and 3m-long, 5t capacity roundslings, which combined to attach the rig to the hook of the crane and wrap beneath
the footbridge.
The unique bridge, which provides a link between part of the city’s historic walls for pedestrians, was successfully removed during a 10pm to 6am road closure. The structure was taken to Solent Protective Coatings (SPC) where remedial works will be carried out over an approximate five-week period before the same equipment will return to the site for an overnight window of the same duration to reinstall the footbridge.
Talking to local media, Councillor Jacqui Rayment, cabinet member for transport and public realm, said: “We are committed to protecting and promoting Southampton’s amazing and unique heritage. Once back in place, the newly refurbished Castle Way footbridge will showcase the walls and the city to residents and visitors alike for many more years to come.
The work to remove [and replace] the footbridge… will take place overnight with as little disruption as possible.”
Chapple added that the Modulift equipment was sourced from SafetyLiftinGear.com stock and explained that one-over-two spreader beam systems are particularly commonplace when there is a need to create or lift from four pick points. Overnight reinstallation of the bridge took place on 29 October. b
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New John Deere Mulching Head Shreds Wood In Minutes
John Deere continues to provide best-in-class vegetation management with the addition of the MH60D mulching head to its Worksite Pro lineup. Designed to remove 8-inch (203-mm) trees and 12-inch (305mm) stumps with ease, the MH60D model shreds underbrush and woody materials into beneficial mulch in minutes. Like all Worksite Pro attachments, this mulching head is optimized to work with John Deere skid steer loaders and compact track loaders, as well as most competitive models.
“With 30 double-carbide tipped teeth, our new mulching head attachment is a job site beast that easily
takes big bites out of trees and stumps,” said Jessica Hill, global program manager, attachments. “It’s an invaluable tool for customers who need a powerful mulching solution, no matter the tree type or location.”
Delivering superior large-material knockdown, the MH60D also works well below soil level for chewing out difficult stumps. A two-speed hydraulic system efficiently uses available horsepower. When the preset pressure level is attained, the motor automatically shifts to a higher displacement, increasing torque for reduced stalling and faster rotor-speed recovery time. A prominently positioned pressure gauge allows operators to easily monitor hydraulic operating pressure.
The mulching head was developed to deliver exceptional job site performance. A 1,524-mm (60-inch) high-capacity, smooth rotor design re-
duces material drag and horsepower requirements. The rotor is balanced for smooth operation, and oversized 64-mm (2.5inch) sealed rotor bearings deliver long-term durability. A redesigned mulching chamber enables more efficient material flow and reduces wear points for optimized shredding performance. Internal counter-combs help shatter incoming material, creating finer mulch. Optional knife tools allow smoother cutting and finer chip size.
For added durability, the attachment’s three-position heavy-duty push bar helps protect the carrier while toppling tree or brush. The door cylinder inside the frame body is better protected, while the enhanced frame construction and bolt-on skid shoes reduce debris buildup, extending wear life.
The new mulching head attachment is backed by John Deere parts, service and warranty coverage. To learn more, visit www. JohnDeere.com or contact your local John Deere dealer. b
Source: John Deere
CP Announces Plans For Investment
With Grain Hopper Car Order
Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) recently announced it plans to invest more than a half-billion dollars on new high-capacity grain hopper cars as part of its commitment to the North American agricultural sector. CP grain
shippers can expect to see more than 500 of these new cars in service before the end of 2018, enabling CP to transport more grain in each dedicated train.
“For more than 100 years, grain has been embedded in CP’s DNA,” said CP President and Chief Ex-
ecutive Officer Keith Creel. “We know farmers depend on us to transport their product efficiently, safely and reliably to market. It’s the largest sector of CP’s business by revenue, and we’re committed to continuous improvement for the benefit of our customers and the North American economy. These new railcars will revitalize our fleet and help cement our status as an industry leader in grain transportation for decades to come.”
CP’s plans for revitalizing its grain hopper fleet begin with an initial order for 1,000 cars from National Steel Car of Hamilton, Ont. Over the next four years, CP plans to order approximately 5,900 hopper cars in total, enabling a complete removal of all low-capacity hoppers, including all Government of Canada cars, from the fleet. The investment is made possible by changes to the Maximum Revenue Entitlement formula through the passage of the Transportation Modernization Act, Act C-49, which provided CP the certainty needed to place the order. CP will be the first Class 1 railway to receive hoppers as a result of the Act’s changes.
“CP’s investment in new hopper cars will directly benefit Canada’s farmers, grain shippers and the economy as a whole,” said Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Lawrence MacAulay. “This investment results from the positive conditions recently brought in by the Transportation Modernization Act and will improve the efficiency of the freight rail network in Canada, which will help ensure farmers are able to reliably get their products to market.”
The new car design is shorter, lighter and can carry more grain than the cars being retired from CP’s fleet. The new cars feature a three-pocket design that can be loaded and unloaded more efficiently than the old four-pocket government cars. The new hopper cars can handle more than 15 percent greater volume and 10 percent greater load
weight than the cars being retired, while featuring a shorter frame that enables more cars in a train of the same length. The cars will feature newly manufactured components that are more reliable, significantly reducing maintenance-related delays.
The order comes as CP is working toward an 8,500-foot-long, poweron model for its dedicated grain trains. Under this model, CP’s high-efficiency dedicated trains will stretch from the current 112 cars, creating efficiency and capacity within the grain handling system. With the new shorter and lighter hopper-car fleet, CP will be able to fit 118 cars within the current 7,000 foot, 112car unit train definition, adding approximately 16 percent more capacity per train. CP will eventually be able to fit 147 of the new cars within the 8,500-foot train design, each carrying more grain than the retired cars. This translates into more opportunity for the movement of grain in the future, supporting the anticipated continued growth in crop production across the prairies. The fu-
ture of grain at CP is one of increasing efficiency that will benefit grain shippers, farmers, port terminals and CP’s network.
“We are excited about this significant enhancement to CP’s fleet,” said Andrew Paterson, President and CEO of Paterson GlobalFoods. “With our growing network of facilities capable of handling 8,500-foot trains, this highly efficient hopper car capacity will benefit our supply chain and support the growth in volumes that we are pursuing in the competitive western Canadian marketplace.”
“National Steel Car is very pleased that CP has committed to this significant investment in our industry-leading, 5,431 cubic foot, high-efficiency, Covered Hopper Grain Car.
This newly designed and manufactured National Steel Car equipment will provide huge benefits to CP, our economy, and the entire grain delivery supply chain,” said Gregory J. Aziz, Chairman and CEO of National Steel Car.
CP continues to add employees and locomotives to meet the needs of our customers across North America. More than 700 new employees are now in various stages of training system-wide, and 100 locomotives will join the fleet before summer’s end. These include remanufactured high-horsepower General Electric locomotives.
CP continues to deliver for the Canadian agricultural industry, with total volume of the 2017-18 crop year delivered through early June at nearly 22 million metric tonnes, or 1 percent ahead of the prior year’s pace. b
“Our history with CP dates back to the founding of our Company in 1912 when CP placed the first order ever built by National Steel Car. We are certain that our founders celebrated then almost as much as our team members are today! As a result, National will have the opportunity to hire and train several hundred additional personnel, who are seeking permanent long-term careers, in a variety of disciplines. Thank you CP for extending, yet again, our 106-year partnership in progress.”
Source: CP Rail
HYDRAULIC BREAKERS
Safeguard Your Assets: 5 Steps To Secure Your Jobsite
Construction brings many opportunities to many different people. Communities experiencing an intense building spree can usually look forward to more foot traffic or an influx of new businesses. Unfortunately, progress can bring illicit opportunity as well, and many contractors find themselves having to ward off thieves. With thousands of dollars of iron and copper lying around, protecting your assets can be difficult and complicated.
To address this, Robert Siciliano spoke at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 on the best techniques and practices for safeguarding machines and maintaining a security perimeter, all while fostering trust in a community.
1. Connect With Law Enforcement Before An Incident Occurs
Contact the local police department well before actual construction begins.
Siciliano says this allows time to build a rapport, give officers an opportunity to create alternate routes that include the site, relay the total value of the equipment, or even just to get a feeling for the area’s crime climate. An excess of information beforehand can mean the difference between the perfect job and a stolen forklift.
2. Hang Warning Signs To Avoid Legal Problems
Appropriate signage can save thousands of dollars when creating a perimeter, particularly with measures that could potentially harm intruders. A variety of options exist to de-motivate thieves, like barbed-wire fences, that could create messy legal situations if they don’t come with warning labels. Siciliano gives the example of a teenager that was injured by guard dogs after breaking into a construction site: the teen’s parents managed to successfully sue the company for failing to hang
signs informing potential thieves about the dogs.
3. Keep Digital Information Off The Worksite
Keeping private information off the worksite ensures that any computer theft can’t become a company-wide emergency. As Siciliano says, “The devices themselves are just shells to access all of the information on a corporate network that’s cloud-based or via a private network that’s encrypted.” This ensures peace of mind to employees across the company.
4. Understanding How Equipment Can Be Used By Thieves
A big part of site security is viewing the tools as they might be used against the company. For example, the theft of a saw is inconvenient but not necessarily a setback; but if the thief then uses that saw to cut through a lock on an excavator door and drives it away, the loss
becomes much greater. Positioning equipment that can open or destroy locks away from the locks themselves can be a small but beneficial step in preventing further loss in the event of a robbery.
5. Assign A Loss Prevention Manager
Though it might not be an exciting position, Siciliano heavily recommends assigning someone to survey the worksite, track and control key assignment, maintain contact with law enforcement, track inventory and delegate gate control. Though these tasks are small, Construction brings many opportunities to many different people.
Safeguard
Your Assets:
5 Steps to Secure Your Jobsite
Communities experiencing an intense building spree can usually look forward to more foot traffic or an influx of new businesses. Unfortunately, progress can bring opportunity as well, and many contractors find themselves having to ward off thieves. With thousands of dollars of iron and copper lying around, protecting your assets can be skipping or neglecting them can be the security
crack that potential thieves need to breach a worksite.
With these tips, site managers and their teams and can not only protect their equipment, but also protect themselves and the company from unnecessary headache and loss.
CONEXPO-CON/AGG’s comprehensive Education Program is the leading source for contractors, business owners, construction material producers and end users to obtain cuttingedge information for today’s challenging economy and business model.
For those unable to at-
tend the education sessions or who would like a copy of what was presented, recordings are available for purchase on a USB drive. There are over 130-plus unique sessions from all 10 education tracks: Aggregates, Asphalt, Concrete, Earthmoving & Site Development, Cranes, Rigging & Aerial Lift, Safety & Regulation, Technology, Equipment Management & Maintenance, Management: Business Best Practices and Management: Workforce Development. b
Source: AEM.org
Volvo Provides Extra Energy
Equipping construction machines with a digital voice has brought a new level of productivity to an international energy project piping gas from the Caspian Sea to Europe.
The project (TAP) is scheduled to cost 4.5 billion euros and covers 878 km both onshore and under the sea, from Greece to Italy. French-based international pipeline contractor SPIECAPAG is carrying out the onshore work of 187 km across Greece and 215 km through Albania. When
complete, the pipeline will open up a huge new source of natural gas to markets across the whole of Europe.
Many of these regions are currently dependent on just a single source for their gas, leaving them vulnerable to disruptions in supply. In the case of Albania, which is not even on the gas grid, the country relies solely on coal and oil to meet its energy needs. But the potential to integrate this pipeline with a wider network is set to fuel economic growth, di-
versify energy supply and provide greater energy security. Given the scale of connecting gas supply routes across three countries, TAP is also one of the most complex energy value chains ever developed.
provided by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) allows its machines to communicate with workers on and off site. It works behind the scenes to monitor all aspects of machine health, sift through thousands of codes and alarms and highlight only the most relevant.
large fleet. But Proactive Monitoring was the icing on the cake to make sure our local team was able to immediately investigate and pinpoint any problem.
SPIECAPAG is impressed that we are able to spot and fix the problems so quickly and secure maximum uptime for their fleet.”
For a project of this size every second counts – and being able to avoid machine breakdowns is of vital importance. But TAP has been able to report zero engine failures on one sprawling stretch of pipeline in Albania, partly thanks to the introduction of a suite of telematics on every Volvo machine operating across the region.
Since September 2016, Proactive Monitoring has been active on all 91 of TAP’s new machines in Albania (eight EC300DL excavators, 57 EC380D/El excavators, 16 EC480D/ELs excavators and 10 A30F articulated haulers). Proactive Monitoring, an intelligent telematics system
Rodrigo Konda, Director of Global Key Accounts at Volvo CE, said: “We have tremendous support from our Hub West Aftermarket Team, as well as our local dealers T&C and Saracakis. The combination of having local technicians on site, a stock of spare parts and the right training to cope with any challenge allows us to efficiently manage this
Once built, this section in Albania will be a gamechanger for the region. Approximately 215 km long, starting at Bilisht Qendër in the Korça region, on the border with Greece, TAP’s landfall in Albania will be located 17 km north-west of Fier, up to 400 meters inland from the shoreline, with the offshore section in Albanian
territorial waters set to be about 37 km. In its entirety, TAP will offer a direct and cost-effective transportation route opening up the vital 3,500-kilometer-long Southern Gas Corridor. The route through Albania is a particularly demanding environment for construction and problems could easily occur. An issue with a machine’s engine or the fuel system, for example, might not be spotted until it breaks down –causing the machine to be put out of action until it’s fixed and triggering costly repairs. But on a fleet this size the data available can be overwhelming.
Abhijit Menon, Product
FLO Appoints Territory Sales Manager In S. Manitoba & NW Ontario
Automatic Lubrication Systems specialist FLO Components Ltd. continues to expand its resources to better serve construction, road building, aggregate, trucking, manufacturing and processing companies in Manitoba and Ontario. We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Munroe as Territory Sales Manager – Southern Manitoba & Northwestern Ontario.
A native of Winnipeg, Mike’s previous experience over the last 16 years includes various managerial and technical sales roles promoting products and services to manufacturing, agriculture, commercial, transportation, utility, forestry, mining and government accounts in Manitoba. Prior to that, his “blue coverall hands-on” experi-
ence included a position as a heavy duty mechanic for a major equipment distributor in Manitoba, where he gained an extensive background in repairing and servicing construction, agriculture, and transportation equipment.
Mike’s primary responsibility is to help users of mobile and heavy industrial equipment obtain lower operating costs and increased machine reliability through more effective lubrication solutions.
Based in Winnipeg, he will provide local availability of technical support to FLO customers in Manitoba and Northern Ontario regions.
To support Mike’s efforts and further cement its commitment to the region with local installation and service, FLO has stationed
one of its Mobile Workshops permanently located in Winnipeg and fully equipped with all the necessary inventory, equipment and tools to be able to create lubrication solutions “on site”.
Commenting on the new appointment, Mr. Mike Deckert, VP of FLO Components said; “Mike will make an excellent addition to our team of lubrication solutions specialists. He brings a whole new level of energy and extensive industry experience that will help to further strengthen the relationships with FLO’s existing clients in his territory. His technical knowledge and proven work ethic is in sync with FLO’s basic foundation of “Meeting Customers’ Needs Better”, making him well suited for providing our customers with unparalleled technical and sales support.” b
Source: FLO Components
Manager for the Proactive Monitoring Service, says: “The ambition has always been to improve dealer efficiency. Traditional monitoring systems risk information overload, making it almost impossible to work through all the monitoring signals and error codes – and spot the issues that really matter. Instead the dealer can now provide a complete one-stop-shop solution for data management.”
The provision of clean natural gas through TAP will go a long way to meet Europe’s growing energy demand. With an initial capacity to deliver 10 billion cubic meters (bcm) – sufficient to meet the needs of 7 million homes in Europe –it is essential that construction of this pipeline is efficient, reliable and free from expensive delays. Improving machine communication through an intelligent monitoring system like this has allowed this pipeline to ensure new gas supply routes come sooner rather than later. b
Source: Volvo
Design Engineer For Volvo Receives SAE/ AEM Outstanding Young Engineer Award
Stephen Lanahan, Design Engineer II with Volvo Construction Equipment in Shippensburg, PA, has been awarded the SAE International/AEM Outstanding Young Engineer Award.
Lanahan was presented with the award during luncheon and awards presentation at the SAE 2018 Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress, recently held in Rosemont, Ill.
The award recognizes an outstanding young engineer in the off-highway or powerplant industry. Established in 1996, the award was proposed by senior engineering executives and is administered under the auspices of the SAE Engineering Meetings Board in cooperation with AEM.
During his five-year tenure with Volvo, Lanahan has played a part in various cost reduction, product maintenance, and product development projects focused on compaction machines. Starting out as a part of the Mechani-
cal Engineering team, he worked on both soil and asphalt compactors with an emphasis on hoods and exteriors, designing parts with plastics and sheetmetal. Over the past three years, he has been part of the cross functional team responsible for design of large soil compactors.
Lanahan completed his undergraduate studies at York College of Pennsylvania, earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. An internship at Volvo Construction Equipment, while attending York College, led to his full-time position within the organization.
“I am most inspired by the challenges that lie ahead for the mobility engineering industry”, Lanahan said. “In the coming years, exciting new design problems which come to light will drive more thinking ‘outside the box’ and the development of unique design solutions to do it safer, faster, and cheaper.”
SAE International is a global association committed to being the ultimate knowledge source for the engineering profession. By uniting over 127,000 engineers and technical experts, we drive knowledge and expertise across a broad spectrum of industries. We act on two priorities: encouraging a lifetime of learning for mobility engineering professionals and setting the standards for industry engineering. We strive for a better world through the work of our charitable arm, the SAE Foundation, including programs like A World in Motion and the Collegiate Design Series. b
Source: Volvo
New John Deere L-Series II Skidders And Wheeled Feller Bunchers
Continuously evolving to better its machines and exceed customer expectations, John Deere is excited to introduce the new L-Series II Skidders and Wheeled Feller Bunchers. The new L-Series II machines feature a simplified design, providing a reliable, powerful solution, while still maintaining the productivity-boosting features of the original line, including an increase in hydraulic speed, large grapples and an improvement in weight distribution.
“With the new L-Series II machines, we wanted to build upon the best features of the original machines, while also simplifying the design to increase reliability,” said Brandon O’Neal, product marketing manager, John Deere Construction and Forestry.
“Listening to our custom-
ers, we reworked the machines, making significant improvements under the hood. The new L-Series II machines offer decreased downtime without any changes to power and productivity.”
The new, simpler LSeries II models enhance customer experience by reducing maintenance and increasing uptime due to a number of part changes.
Other changes to the machines include a reduction to the complexities of the electrical and hydraulic systems and improvements to component placements.
“They [John Deere] rerouted it so the wires wouldn’t be so bunched up in the machine,” noted Wayne Sugg of Sugg Logging, who was one of the first loggers to test the new machines.
“Since we’ve had the LSeries II 843 we’ve put 300 hours on it and haven’t
had any downtime whatsoever. Uptime is important, because if the wood’s not going out getting on the trucks I’m not making any money.”
The L-Series II machines also include changes to boost productivity. The new skidder models offer increased grapple squeeze force of up to 10 percent. Articulation steering sensors improve the operator experience, ultimately increasing productivity. A new two-speed 4000 winch replaces the previous single-speed winch. “The machine is better, stronger and faster than the original. These machines - on a daily basis - they just they take a beating. The more you beef it up, the stronger it’s going to be, and the better it’ll be for us.” said Zane Winfield of Southern Logging, who also got a chance to experience the new machines.
In addition to the new changes, the L-Series II Skidders and Wheeled Feller Bunchers retain the productivity-boosting features that loggers loved in the original models. From a comfortable operator station to durable axles and rugged, large grapples, the L-Series II models offer loggers the features they need to tackle tough jobs.
“We’ve spent countless hours collecting customer feedback to ensure our new machines met their needs, understanding the demands they face daily,” said O’Neal.
The cabs on all skidders and wheeled feller bunchers are equipped with features designed to maximize comfort, ultimately increasing productivity. Amenities like the efficient HVAC system, improved ergonomic controls and storage space offer the creature comforts
loggers desire. Joystick steering and an optional rotating seat reduces strain on the operator’s body.
The L-Series II Skidder models feature the powerful Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which combines the smoothness of a hydrostatic transmission with the fuel efficiency of a lockup torque converter. This combination enables the skidders to boast excellent fuel efficiency, longer engine life and enhanced operator comfort.
Offering a one-button Quick Dump feature, the wheeled feller bunchers improves efficiency with the push of one button to release trees in a single, smooth motion. Additionally, the headtilt and arm functions are combined to help minimize fatigue while improving productivity.
Another industrychanging feature on our skidders that carried over from the previous models are the durable axles –particularly the OutboardExtreme™ axles. The models feature a pressurized continuous-lube system and independent axle filters that extend wear life. The rugged Outboard-Ex-
treme axles – standard on the 848 and 948 models, and optional on the 748 machines – feature larger components, delivering maximum jobsite durability and a heavier weight for boosted machine stability. These new models retain the impressive weight distribution, tire options and increased hydraulic speed that current machine-owners commend.
To learn more about the L- Series II Skidders and Wheeled Feller Bunchers, visit www.johndeere.com. Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) is a world leader in providing advanced products and services and is committed to the success of customers whose work is linked to the land - those who cultivate, harvest, transform, enrich and build upon the land to meet the world’s dramatically increasing need for food, fuel, shelter and infrastructure. Since 1837, John Deere has delivered innovative products of superior quality built on a tradition of integrity. For more information, visit John Deere at its worldwide website at www.JohnDeere.com. b
Source: John Deere
The L-II Skidder offers operators a smooth and fuel efficient machine.
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All existing Powerscreen customers please call us for reliable, quick parts delivery. We have 2 full time parts people and stock over $2,000,000 in parts and components for your convenience.
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Keestrack To Be Represented At Bauma
India 2018 By Etrack Crushers Ltd.
Keestrack, the international specialist for mobile mineral processing, will illustrate its strong commitment to the Indian and South Asian aggregate and recycling industry at Bauma Conexpo India 2018 (Gurgaon, 11 to 14 December 2018). Represented by Etrack Crushers Ltd., the company’s Indian subsidiary, established in 2017, Keestrack will focus on its advanced electric drive concepts, offering huge savings for all contractors and offering operational advantages for larger multistage mobile plant lay-outs. Etrack moves forward in India
Headquartered in Gurgaon, next to the capital New Delhi, Etrack Crushers Ltd. was established in November 2017 as part of the Keestrack Group to promote the manufacturer’s comprehensive programme of track-mobile crushers, screeners and related
equipment. Supported by the group’s global experts in application-engineering and after-sales resources, local experts successfully work on nation-wide projects in the dynamic Indian mining sector and mineral aggregates and recycling industry. In only a few months, the Etrack team, led by Managing Director Swapan Das and General Sales Manager Topor Basu, increased brand awareness and provided good perspectives for Keestrack’s next steps in India – the establishment of local assembling and manufacturing. In August 2018 construction started at Etrack’s new manufacturing facility in Neemrana, around 100 km south of New Delhi. With modern offices and extensive parts storage facilities, the new complex will provide 10.000 m² total area to be operational in early 2019. The new site offers several options for further
expansion, e.g. the gradual extension of hall space in coming years. The production programme starts with the full hybrid crushing plants; Keestrack B4e (jaw) and H4e (cone), identified to meet the demands of Indian contractors in terms of productivity, transport and on-site mobility. Fully integrated into Keestrack’s global R&D, production and logistics network, with four international competence centres in Europe and Asia, Etrack’s assembly is based on core OEM modules (crushers, frames, chassis, etc.) delivered from the group’s European factories. The local staff of production engineers and qualified technicians shall assemble all plants with components of internation al technology partners (en gines, drives, etc.) or local suppliers. This set-up guar antees shorter lead times and allows full flexibility to comply with technical
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diameter feed roller, Metal detection system. 48” discharge belt, High ground clearance, excellent condition. 700 hrs.
KEESTRACK H4 CONE CRUSHER Innovative plant design producing 3 high-grade end products in one pass, Large 3 Deck screen w/oversize return, 5.4m2 Screen area on each deck, Feed size to 185mm (7”), C.S.S. Min. - Max. 6 - 38 mm (2/10”-1 5/10”), Cap. 250 tph. 430 hrs.
Horizontal high speed grinder, 765 HP, CAT C-18 engine, 2,700 hrs, engine rebuilt at approx. 1,700 hrs. Comes with spare screens, hammers, belting and sensors. 2018 KEESTRACK R3 IMPACT CRUSHER Compact, high volume impact crusher. Vibrating punch plate pre-screen (3’ x 4”), large 44” rotor, 30” x 38” inlet opening, after-deck screen, side dirt conveyor. Capacity up to 250 tph. Under 30,000kg. Ideal for transport.
2017 KEESTRACK K4 SCALPING SCREENER
Compact high performance screener Large double-deck pre-screen 1,500x4, 200mm (5’x14’), Punched plate top deck, 3-Way split with a 7m3 hopper, Includes remote control, Capacity up to 350 tph. 375 hours.
and impact crusher R3e –provide electric drives as key design characteristics, optimising the important effects of the zero-emission and low noise technology.
Significantly lower energy costs are the most obvious advantage over conventional diesel-hydraulic plants: according to Keestrack savings up to 80% can be obtained when operating dieselelectric – with constant low engine revs – or opting for full electric plug-inoperation via external gen sets or accessible mains. In diesel-electric operation hybrids offer additional savings by supplying electricity to secondary e-plants (screeners, stackers) through their external plug-out functionality. Keestrack’s concept of using powerful electric motors for the crusher/ screener units and the necessary plant hydraulics (lifting cylinders, tracks, etc.) combined with several smaller e-drives for conveyors and ancillary equipment (water pumps, compressor, etc.) provide many other benefits in terms of safety, ease of operation and maintenance, availability and long-term total cost of ownership.
By being able to use a significant smaller hydraulic circuit the reduced oil volume minimizes leakage risks, optimizing the plants’ environmental impact and maintenance costs. Reduced running hours of the onboard diesel extends service intervals and increases the resale value. All electric components are directly connected to the plant’s PLC controller, which avoids
sensor failures (pressure, speed) and allows safe, fully monitored automatic operation even under most demanding conditions. The fully integrated systems also provide a better remote access for service technicians via the remotemonitoring telematics tool Keestrack-er, gives access to real-time comprehensive machine data and makes reporting possible.
Spotlight on benefits
At Bauma Conexpo India Etrack will highlight its revolutionary full hybrid technology with the Keestrack B4e jaw crusher and the Keestrack H4e cone crusher. Both track mobile models represent the latest generation of diesel-electric Keestrack plants and provide “Plug-in” operation without starting the onboard diesel.
The 44-tonne B4e is the midsize-allrounder in Keestrack’s jaw range. Equipped with a double-deck vibrating pre-screen (2300 x 1000 mm) and a proven 1100 x 700 mm jaw crusher unit (max. feed size of 600 mm) it provides a capacity up to 400 t/h and perfectly suits various recycling applications or primary crushing solutions in quarrying or smaller mining operations.
A productive operation and high-end product standards are guaranteed through the patented N.S.S. release system and the automatic hydraulic gap adjustment, which continuously monitors plate wear. The B4e provides a detachable power module with a 212 kW onboard-diesel combined with a 225 kVA alternator. Positioned remotely from the plant, the running diesel engine and gen set are well protected against dust and
vibrations – when working “plug-in”, the whole power module can be removed and stored away. A 110 kW electric motor drives the crusher, a 55 kW e-motor/ pump unit supplies the hydraulic drives for prescreen, tracks, lifting cylinders and other hydraulic components. To optimize productivity the B4e can be optionally equipped with a single-deck post-screen with recirculation conveyor.
With a capacity of 250 t/h in secondary crushing the Keestrack H4e is the perfect match for the B4e. Here also, an optionally detachable power module (328 kW/330 kVA) supplies energy for the electric crusher drive (132 kW) and the separate 45-kW E-motor/pump unit for all hydraulic drives on the plant. The H4e features the KT-H4 cone crusher, adapted and supplied by a world-leading cone specialist. The fully automated unit provides a maximum feed size of 185 mm and allows, with a wide variety of concaves, a high flexibility in secondary or tertiary production of defined end fractions. To optimize production the plant can be optionally equipped with a pre-screen with fines chute and with an efficient threedeck secondary screen module with recycling conveyor for closed-circuit processing. The large dimensioning of the hanging screen (eff. area: 3 x 5.4 m²) and large stockpiling capacities of the conveyors prevent bottle-neck effects in producing up to four highly defined quality end fractions. b
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Climate Change And Energy Transitions
We recognise the significance of climate change, along with the role energy plays in helping people achieve and maintain a good quality of life. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to provide much more energy with less carbon dioxide.
Our lives depend on energy wherever we live. But in order to prosper while tackling climate change, society needs to provide much more energy for a growing global population while finding ways to emit much less CO2.
Shell has long recognised the climate challenge and the role of energy in enabling a decent quality of life. We believe that, while technological developments will emerge, effective policy and cultural change is essential to drive low-carbon business and consumer choices and opportunities. The transition
to low-carbon solutions is best underpinned by meaningful government-led carbon “pricing” mechanisms. We welcome efforts made by governments to cooperatively reach the global climate agreement and support long-term climate goals that balance environmental pressures with development opportunities. We particularly welcomed the United Nations Paris Agreement on climate change, which came into force on November 4, 2016. The agreement seeks to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius by managing climate and environmental pressures while ensuring economic development. Today, Shell is still primarily an oil and gas company, but we have a long tradition of innovation. We know that long-term success depends on our ability to anticipate the types
of energy and fuels people will need in the future and remain commercially competitive and environmentally relevant.
Our natural gas businesses give governments the option to reduce emissions from electricity, by replacing coal, and we have an interest in a wind business with over 1,000 megawatts of capacity. We have also invested heavily in the lowest-carbon biofuel, through our Raízen joint venture with Cosan in Brazil, and we continue to explore second-generation biofuels options. In 2016 we created a New Energies business to further explore investment opportunities in energy solutions that combine wind and solar power with gas, for example, and new ways to connect customers to energy.
Shell is a long-time supporter of government-led carbon “pricing” mechanisms. We have a number of vehicles to support investment in new technology, such as Shell Ventures – a venture capital body with an investment focus on a mix of traditional oil and gas, clean and green technology. In recent
years, Shell Ventures has supported both solar-based and wind businesses.
We are also committed to reducing our emissions intensity and continuing efforts to improve the energy efficiency of our operations as well as ending continuous flaring.
Shell Scenarios* envisage a future where renewable energies could eventually become the largest component of the global energy system. But, despite the rapid growth of renewables, they anticipate that it will only be possible to provide the full range of energy products by combining renewables with cleaner hydrocarbons such as natural gas, and deploying technology to capture and store emissions of CO2.
To achieve such an outcome for a global population of at least 9 billion by mid-century will require an enormous global undertaking supported by effective policy, a sense of urgency, and long-term vision.
According to Shell Scenarios, the energy system of the future will be something of a patchwork. Some
countries and sectors of the economy could de-carbonise in the coming decades, while others – such as energy intensive heavy industries – will likely require more time to develop technology solutions.
Ways society can move towards a lowercarbon future include improving energy efficiency, switching from coal to natural gas, increasing electrification and the use of renewables. Further options include boosting the use of lowcarbon fuels, rethinking
land-use and agrarian policies, and improving low-carbon infrastructure planning for cities and transit systems.
Shell Scenarios suggest that the world will require means of achieving “negative” emissions in some sectors to offset remaining emissions. One way to do this is to combine sustainable biomass gasification with the capture and storage of carbon dioxide (CCS) in power generation. b
Source: Shell
Changing The Future Of Japan’s Agriculture
“Smart Agriculture” Using ICT
The “34th International Agricultural Machinery Show” in Obihiro (2018). The International Agricultural Machinery Show (IAMS) is the largest agricultural machinery trade show held every four years at Obihiro in Hokkaido, Japan. This year, the show was held from July 12 to 16 with a theme of “A better future with ICT (Information and Communication Technology)”. Among the latest agricultural machinery exhibited by Japanese and international manufacturers, Yanmar Agri Japan showcased the concept of “Smart Agriculture” including Robot Tractor that uses ICTs. To know more about initiatives to solve the various challenges faced by Japan’s agriculture, Y MEDIA team visited Hokkaido, and covered the 34th IAMS. In this article, we will introduce “Smart Agriculture” to the readers through Yanmar’s exhibition booth. In
the above photograph, Taiki Kugai (from AgriSupport Department, Agriculture Development Department, and ICT Promotion Group) is standing in front of the latest model of Robot Tractor. Taiki, who looks over ICT at Yanmar’s Hokkaido branch, walked us through the exhibition booth.
Yanmar exhibited the future way of agriculture at Japan’s largest agricultural machinery show.
Yanmar’s booth showcased products that use ICT, such as Robot Tractor. In this show, Yanmar put forward the concept of “Smart Agriculture” for the younger farmers of the next generation. “Smart Agriculture” is a new form of agriculture that encourages labor saving and highquality production by using advanced robotic technology and ICTs. The booth received particular attention from the visitors, with more than 6000 visitors
on each day. Through this exhibition, many people realized the futuristic way of agriculture with product demonstrations of the Robot Tractor ahead of its launch in the coming autumn, and products that substantiates introduced concepts of farm management services using stateof-the-art agricultural machinery and systems.
For the current challenges faced by Japan’ agriculture, ICT is one of the up and coming solutions.
With current challenges such as aging of farmers and lack of successors, it can be said that Japan’s agriculture is at major crossroads. The Hokkaido’s agricultural community, which is the forefront of Japan’s agriculture, is grappled by these same challenges. Moreover, the current situation of massive increase in agricultural land and wide variety of yields has only worsened
the problems. In Hokkaido, every farm has an average of 24.92 hectare land (*1) which is 10 times more than the national average of 2.46 hectare (*2). The large-scale farms individually include 50 hectares of land or more. To achieve the sustainable agriculture, it is necessary to change not only the work efficiency but also the methods used in agriculture.
Yanmar’s concept of “Smart Agriculture” involves supporting the advanced agriculture by utilizing ICTs.
“Smart agriculture”
promoted by Yanmar envisions a forward-looking agriculture that promotes labor saving and high-quality production by using the state-of-the-art robot technology and ICTs. With challenges such as lack of successors and large-scale area under cultivation, now is the time for an efficient, data-based agriculture, and not for the agriculture that continued so far on the basis of experience and mere guts feelings.
For example, because the Robot Tractor or Auto Tractor obtains location information from the sat-
ellites and carry out operations automatically with high precision, there is no need for skills to maintain accuracy and precision, leading to reduced fatigue. Once the operating information or work records gathered from these agricultural machines are digitized via SmartAssist such that the customers can verify status of their machinery and farm land on their smart phones from anywhere, and supports farm owners in managing farms more effectively. In the remote sensing service in
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which aerial photographs of rice plants are taken with a special cameramounted drones to analyze the growth conditions, by suggesting potential causes for insufficient or uneven growth, if any, to the customers to improve the farm land, yield maximization and quality improvement is achieved. The customers can verify the growth state, good or bad, identified via the remote sensing from their smartphones. Because the service give the analysis results without getting affected by light or angle of light caused due to hours of shooting or climate, age-based comparison of farm land conditions is possible.
Coordinating not just one but all tasks, and repeating PDCA (plan-docheck-act) certainly helps the customers save or reduce labor of the farm workers, and maximizes the productivity and enhances work efficiency.
Shifting most of the tasks performed by the farm workers to robots and equipment powered by technology and supporting farm owners in managing farms more effectively
embodies the Yanmar’s concept of “Smart Agriculture”. A new form of agriculture that is crucial for future.
High horsepower is the strong point of the Robot Tractor. Yanmar was able to commercially produce such high horsepowerequipped tractors much ahead of other companies.
The Robot Tractor that Yanmar started to develop from 2011 will be available for sale in autumn this year. As the high precision tasks can be controlled via just the tablet without the operator having to ride the tractor, even on land where it is difficult to till straight, the tractor can be driven accurately. Moreover, while riding the tractor; one person can coordinate one additional unmanned tractor, enabling simultaneous automated work of two tractors. Even beginners who have no experience driving a tractor can seamlessly control the Robot Tractor, and by doing so, experienced tractor drivers can focus on other work, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced labor. Such improvements increase work efficiency greatly, but the main strength of Yanmar’s Robot
Tractor is its versatility in a wide range of fields and rice paddies. With more than 88-horsepower, the Robot Tractor can work large fields with precision. In North America and Europe where farms are large scale operations, there is a demand for autonomous tractors that deliver on versatility. Being the first company to meet these needs, is one of Yanmar’s strengths.
Yanmar’s “Smart Agriculture” benefits all the customers across the base, and helps them evolve toward better agriculture. To be able to confidently propose such ideas and thoroughly convince the customers of its advantages, we ourselves are practicing model farm management on Yanmar’s demo field since 2017. We have been cultivating wheat, soybean, and dent corn that are indigenous to Hokkaido, and testing ICTs used in Robot Tractor, SmartAssist, and remote sensing services. By practicing the most advanced farm management, we are trying to get hands-on experience every day from the customers’ perspective to devise a technology that would enable the customers to
efficiently improve their profits. We distribute a report called “Weekly Smart Agri” among the in-house employees and share the actual methods of using the agricultural machinery with staff from Operations and Development divisions. Such sharing of information comes handy in matters such as further enhancing the products and providing support to the customers. Even I work on the farm. But, the Robot Tractor does not need any actions from the operator, makes my work easy and effortless. I get little sleepy after the lunch. With Robot Tractor, I can afford to get a little sleepy... (laughs).
By introducing “Smart Agriculture” to Japan’s agriculture, Yanmar aims to support profitable farm management as well as respecting the blessing that is food.
In Hokkaido, where advanced agriculture is flourishing, amalgamation of agricultural machinery with information and communication technologies (ICTs) is steadily progressing. From 2013 to 2017, shipped quantity of tractors equipped with an automatic steering function has in-
creased ten-fold, increasing from 170 vehicles to 1600 vehicles (*1) in the period of five years. In such times, not stopping at just changing the agriculture domain to an extent by introducing intelligent automation in the tractors, but also providing total support for a series of operations in farm management, starting from growth condition analysis, farm land improvement to agricultural machinery management are Yanmar’s strengths. As the adoption of ICTs opens many doors of enhancement in the field of agriculture, we will con-
tinue to bring evolution to agriculture with the help of ICTs. Moreover, when it comes to food, which is an extension of the agriculture, we would like to ensure that we deliver food that the consumers can eat without any worry. From here onwards, by introducing “Smart Agriculture” to Japan’s agriculture, we would like to focus on our pursuits to create a “food value chain” that would be make the farming community and the consumers equally happy. b
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way the construction industry does business. After years of hype, the technology is finally here and can boost productivity, safety and other critical aspects of business success.
An AI system can enable such services as predictive maintenance, which multiplies the value of the Internet of Things (IoT).
“With AI, users can learn patterns that lead to failures and make predictions such as construction equipment failing if it is not serviced after a certain amount of time,” Maciej Kranz of Cisco explains.
“The AI system might also recommend how to operate the equipment to maximize its useful life, offering trade-offs between performance and longevity.”
Machine learning makes the analytics systems “smarter” as time goes on and more data sets and patterns are available.
Kranz makes the analogy that AI is the brain and IoT is the body, with IoT providing both input (data) and output (action) for the smart computing and analytics function of a centralized AI system.
“By working smarter together, users can make better day-to-day or planning decisions, whether on a construction site or in a manufacturing facility or in a retail store,” says Kranz.
About 60 percent of companies believe their future success depends on the implementation of artificial intelligence, according to Harvard Business Review. Another 36 percent say their organizations were in pilot or production use with machine-learning technology.
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• Cultural resistance: There is also a cultural resistance to new groundbreaking technologies that needs to be overcome. Kranz emphasizes that it is important that people understand AI is here, and that movement on adoption should be a priority, but only once a company’s needs and values have been assessed.
• Security: From an IT perspective, security is a huge issue, and the security industry is finally addressing the special requirements of IoT, inclusive of AI, according to Kranz. “Just as they responded to Wi-Fi 15 years ago, they are now focusing on security standards, interoperability, and certifications, from the device level
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The technology combination of IoT and AI will change construction for the long term with new business opportunities and revenue streams as well as new business models and structures that take advantage of IoT and AI capabilities.
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Christine Langham, from Sunk Island, near Hull, had become well known at events around the country with her crowd-pulling Poppy Truck, hand-painted with images from WW1 and WW2, and draped with a Union Jack.
Christine Langham came to an agreement with the RBL over her Poppy Truck, but she was in a tight spot after the RBL threatened legal action, unless she gave up her trademark “Team Poppy and the Poppy Truck” because it would “potentially damage” its brand. After a torrid few months in which she faced a number of false accusations on social media, Mrs Lang-
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She had also been given a clean bill of health by the RBL, which carried out an audit last year - silencing a small minority who accused her of being a “fraud”. Mrs Langham said it was a huge relief:
“The last few months have really taken their toll. At one stage I was going to shut it all down.
I’ve been called a fraud, a liar and doing it for money to rip the public off’.
That really got to me.
“If you wanted to carry out a scam, you wouldn’t go to the kind of expense I went to - buying a truck for £80,000, spending £15,000 to £20,000 doing it up, plus the running costs, all for a couple of hundred quid.
“There’s no logic in it, but that was what I was being
ried out a full blown audit and I passed with flying colours. All those people who ever doubted it are going to have egg on their face. “On the other hand I’ve had lots of support - some people were even threatening to cancel their membership over this.” My followers on Facebook gave me the strength to carry on - they believe in me and I am not going to let them down.”
Mrs Langham says relatives who have lost loved ones find huge comfort in the truck, which she has kept adding to most recently with a scene of Hull’s Blitz on the driver’s and the trenches of Passchendaele on the passenger’s door.
The striking artwork by Hull artist Keith Holmes took a week. “It’s my way of saying thanks,” she said. and she said the truck helps breathe new life into the RBL as it helps convey
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generations. Mrs Langham will be unveiling her new logo “supporting the Royal British Legion” at the first of 20 events she will be taking the Poppy Truck to this year, the Peterborough Truck Show, on May 5. A joint statement said: “The Royal British Legion and Christine Langham are delighted to announce that we have come to an amicable agreement in relation to the Poppy Truck. Christine has agreed to assign her registered trademark in “Team Poppy and the Poppy Truck” to the Legion, and this will help the Legion to continue to protect the Poppy Appeal for veterans and their families.
to enter into an “In-Support Agreement” with the Legion authorizing her to continue to fundraise for the Legion using the Poppy
to seeing the supporters of the Poppy Truck in the year ahead.” b
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Kenworth Launches New Long-Hood
Kenworth continued its tradition of driver-focused product development with the introduction of its new long-hood conventional – the Kenworth W990 –recently during a major unveiling event at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. A large audience of customers, dealers and press gathered to celebrate the launch of the new W990 with its traditional design that truly makes it The Driver’s Truck.
“The new Kenworth W990 is a reflection of the Kenworth brand, The World’s Best, which represents the quality, engineering excellence, and both customer and driver focus that goes into every Kenworth we build,” said Mike Dozier, Kenworth general manager and PACCAR vice president.
“We are passionate about our products, our customers that depend on them, and the drivers that operate them. We know that there are many cus-
tomers and drivers out there who share our passion. The Kenworth W990 represents the pride, image and freedom of trucking, and captures the spirit of what trucking is all about,” Dozier said.
The Kenworth W990 sets a powerful new industry standard, and is designed to maximize performance in line haul, pickup and delivery, regional haul, and heavy haul operations. At 131.5 inches from bumper to back-of-cab, the W990 establishes a bold presence among conventional trucks.
Available in day cab, 40-inch flat top, and 52inch and 76-inch mid-roof sleeper configurations, the W990 is standard with the proprietary PACCAR Powertrain consisting of the PACCAR MX-13 engine rated up to 510-hp and 1,850 lb-ft of torque, a 12-speed PACCAR automated transmission and PACCAR 40K tandem rear axles.
Built on the proven and popular 2.1-meter cab platform – used in the Kenworth T680 and T880 – the Kenworth W990 features driver comfort and amenities that are second to none. Special comfort and style options include the Limited Edition cab and sleeper interior, and the W990 Driver’s Studio package of premium options that create a luxurious home on the road living experience.
The W990 Limited Edition interior comes in midnight black with glossy Ravenwood door and dash trim accents. The special interior features rich black leather, embroidered W990 logo, Royal Blue doublestitched diamond door pads, black leather wrapped steering wheel with Royal Blue stitching, and driver and passenger seats with suede charcoal inserts and perforated leather with Royal Blue backing.
The W990 Driver’s Stu-
dio offers a 180-degree swivel passenger seat and rotating table for two people, drawer-style refrigerator, and convenient space ideal for a microwave. Entertainment is provided by Kenworth’s premium audio package with 320-watt amp, 10-inch subwoofer and eight speakers; swivel TV mount for up to a 28inch flat screen TV; and optional EpicVue pre-wire for satellite TV. There’s a fullsize wardrobe space for hanging clothes, multiple storage drawers, and large storage space under the lower bunk. The 1800-watt
inverter includes a shore power connection and four standard 120-volt sleeper outlets to power a range of electrical devices. Convenient LED lighting provides ample interior light throughout the sleeper.
The W990 builds upon Kenworth’s long tradition of combining cutting-edge technology with exceptional craftsmanship, performance and quality. The W990 is standard with Kenworth TruckTech+ remote diagnostics system. Kenworth NAV+HD seven-inch, color in-dash display provides access to
valuable features such as truck-specific navigation, roadside assistance, vehicle data, hands-free calling, audio controls, blind-spot camera inputs and the Internet.
“The Kenworth W990’s excellent performance, classical styling, premium finishes and lifestyle amenities underscore a sense of driver achievement and pride,” concluded Dozier. “We are driven to provide the best equipment in the industry to get the job done.” b
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National Trucking Week 2018: From Disruption, A New Road For Trucking
We live in times of turmoil and change. Climate, technology, demographics, and population growth all influence our lives. We can be overwhelmed by these changes or choose to re-define how we live and work. The trucking industry must continue to be flexible and open to the opportunities disruption presents. National Trucking Week, took place September 2 to 8. Wildfires, flooding and other catastrophic weather events are forcing us to confront the effect of excessive greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Transportation generally is a scapegoat, and heavy trucks bear part of the blame. But trucks are also a testing ground – largely successful – for devices and strategies that
(currently only available to 19 year olds in BC) is a step out of the industry’s hands, but makes sense as newer, safer, better-tracked equipment reaches the market and the industry. The commercial driver shortage, a demographic challenge, could become less of a threat as a result.
Hydraulic Machinery Orders Five Terex Boom Truck Cranes
To keep up with high demands for quality-built boom truck cranes, Hydraulic Machinery, Inc., is adding five new Terex boom truck cranes to its inventory in Tampa, Florida.
reduce GHG emissions. Fewer emissions mean increased fuel efficiency, and no one likes that more than trucking. The industry has been developing and adopting efficiency measures for years. Some are ubiquitous, like the aerodynamic profile of most highway truck tractors; others have become more common in the past decade, such as trailer side skirts, boat tails and wide-base single tires. We’re also witnessing a race to introduce new electric or hybrid zero-emission Class 8 tractors, the highway workhorse that makers from Kenworth to Volvo and newcomers like Tesla, Nikola and others are working to develop and launch across North America and globally. These changes, along with automation and truck platoons, are re-branding trucking as “futuristic” and could do what the industry’s old-school roots cannot: attract a young cohort of drivers and technicians who want hands-on time with clean, sustainable, high tech equipment. Addressing licensing restrictions to allow 18-year-old high school grads access to commercial certification
On the horizon for years, the driver shortage is now a reality trucking companies are scrambling to address. The industry is changing the way it does business, not only in terms of its equipment but also its HR practices. Companies are increasing truck driver salaries as a way to attract new drivers, but salaries alone are not an incentive for recruitment. Given accurate tracking by electronic logging devices – required in the US and already adopted by numerous Canadian companies – companies need to safeguard a truck driver’s time and many are doing so. Shippers need to work with the industry on scheduling and wait time expectations. And, where possible, companies should re-examine the long days permitted by hoursof-service regulations (in
Canada, a maximum of 14 hours on duty/13 of those driving; in the US, 14 hours on duty/11 driving). Imagine asking the rest of the workforce to extend an eight-hour day to meet those standards, and, as long-haul service providers do, to spend the majority of their time away from their families and communities. Companies are developing individual solutions for their operations; ideally, they need to engage their current and prospective drivers in a meaningful conversation to ask what they need to balance their working and personal lives.
And the truck driving job itself? It requires a level of professionalism that employers need to demand and support. That could mean calling for a truck driver training standard, requiring new hires to have adequate training and experience, and mentoring entry-level drivers. Truck drivers who take pride in what they do already operate with professionalism and skill – expertise we should respect and acknowledge.
Times of turmoil and change can be exciting, for the industry, for trucking companies, and for the women and men willing to drive for a living. Thank you to everyone who’s already leading the way. b
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The recent order includes two Terex BT 5092, two Terex RS 70100 and one Terex BT 70100 boom truck cranes. With classleading productivity, and innovative features like an electronic rated capacity indicator and enhanced dual control console that allows operation from either side of the machine, Terex boom truck cranes deliver flexibility and reliability for light lifting applications.
The cranes that Hydraulic Machinery has on order have a maximum lift capacity range of 25 to 35 US tons (22.7 - 31.8 t). The Terex BT 5092 boom truck features a 92 ft (28 m) fully synchronous telescopic keel boom with a quick
reeving boom head. Its fully proportional controls provide precise metering for smooth boom movements, and onboard work area definition allows the operator to set boundaries on boom rotation, lift and lowering.
The Terex RS 70100 and BT 70100 both come equipped with a 100 ft (30.5 m) four-section synchronous telescopic keel boom that optimizes strength and delivers performance for high lift capacities at all lift radii. Also, these cranes’ heavy-duty outriggers offer outstanding stability and a compact footprint to match a wide range of jobsite conditions.
Hydraulic Machinery’s new Terex boom truck cranes will be arriving at the company’s Tampa Bay location soon. b
Source: Terex
Peterbilt Celebrated Pride And Class With United Way Of Denton County
Peterbilt celebrated its annual United Way campaign with the third annual Pride and Class Parade in the downtown Denton square on Oct 12th...
Since 2002, Peterbilt and the United Way of Denton County have partnered to raise more than $16 million in support of the Denton community. Peterbilt has been a supporter of the United Way since the 1980s and hosts a week of employee-based fundraising through a variety of activities and interdepartmental contests.
“When the first Pride and Class Parade was held in 2016 it was so popular with the community, employees and Peterbilt enthusiasts that it has turned into an annual event,” said Jason Skoog, General Manager, Peterbilt Motors Company. “Peterbilt moved to Denton in 1980 and our employees are proud to be a part of the community and enjoy the opportunities to give back. Supporting the Denton County United Way and the strong work it does here is a natural fit.”
The Pride and Class
Parade invited owners of more than 50 custom Peterbilt trucks from around the United States and Canada to join in the campaign by traveling to Denton to participate in the parade route through the city square. The parade viewing route took trucks around the square at Hickory and Elm streets. Supporters were encouraged to donate online or through onsite collection volunteers.
“Peterbilt and United Way of Denton County share a rich partnership that has positively shaped this community for more than three decades,” said United Way of Denton County President & CEO Gary Henderson. “In addition to their unrivaled financial support, Peterbilt and its employees have generously given their time as Six Sigma Lean Belt training facilitators, Leaders On Loan program participants, nonprofit board members, and creators of the memorable night parade featured amazing Peterbilt trucks driving the Denton Square. b
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Navistar Announces Champions Of The 2018 Technician Rodeo
Symbolizing Navistar’s commitment to customer uptime, technicians from Florida, West Virginia and Arizona took home first place in the three categories of the 2018 Technician Rodeo – a competition hosted at the company’s Woodridge, Illinois facility that tests the skills and speed of service professionals from throughout its dealer networks.
Michael Irvin of Sun State International in Florida took home the “Top Service Technician” Award for Truck and Ben Bird of Worldwide Equipment in West Virginia earned the same recognition for Bus in the twelfth iteration of the events, which feature Navistar’s top American and Canadian commercial truck and bus technicians.
New this year, the company also brought its Global Technician Competition into the same event, which brings all the regional winners throughout the world together to compete for top bragging rights. In the third iteration of the global event, Nathan Reed of RWC Group in Arizona earned first place.
“Michael, Ben and Nathan are all highly skilled technicians that reflect the best traditions of our company’s commitment to technical excellence and providing the best customer uptime in the industry,” said John Pfennig, director, Global Development, Navistar. “We’re very proud of this year’s winners, and frankly all of its competitors, who are among the very best truck technicians there are.”
This year’s competition showcased 20 top service technicians from International® and IC Bus® dealers across the world, the largest amount yet for the
event.
The technicians competed head-to-head in a series of stations designed to simulate service areas truck components and engines. The technicians were scored on how quickly and effectively they navigated their way through the stations, diagnosing and fixing the simulated problems.
All of the participants are Diamond certified through Navistar’s official certification program for its service technicians. In addition, all the technicians from the U.S. and Canada are all either Automotive Service Excellence or Canadian Provincial certified.
“Our rodeo competitions are just one way that Navistar personalizes the value of service technicians and continues to invest in the development of highly trained and skilled individuals capable of servicing our trucks and buses around the globe,” said Pfennig. “As a truck and bus manufacturer committed to leading the industry in uptime, we’re honored to recognize these professionals who perform the important work of repairing our customer’s vehicles.”
This year’s Truck and Bus Rodeo participants were selected from an overall group of the top 900 technicians at International and IC Bus dealers. From there, the group was narrowed to 16 participants through online testing, with the highest-scoring technicians in each region of the U.S. and Canada invited to compete at Woodridge.
Technicians from the following dealerships were represented in the Rodeo:
• Sun State International –Davenport, Florida
• Mid-State Truck Service, Inc. – Plover, Wisconsin
• Summit Truck Group –
Lowell, Arkansas; Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Truck King International – the Bronx, New York
• Rush Truck Center –Springfield, Ohio
• Diamond International Trucks – Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
• Altruck International Truck Centers – Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
• Gibbs International Truck Centers – Fresno, California
• Worldwide Equipment
– Cross Lanes, West Virginia
• IRL International Truck Centers – Penticton, British Columbia, Canada
• DATTCO Inc. – New Britain, Connecticut
• RWC Group – Phoenix, Arizona; Tucson, Arizona
• Cadisa S.A. de C.V. –Chihuahua City, Chihuahua, Mexico
• Lewis Motor Sales Inc. –Barrie, Ontario, Canada
• Navitrans S.A.S. – Bogota, Colombia
• International de Guatemala – Guatemala City, Guatemala
• Camionera Catosa S.A. de C.V. – Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico
“Participants in this competition have completed all the required and optional trainings and are at the top of their game,” said Pfennig. “They represent our 9,500 plus service technicians from International and IC Bus dealerships, the highest number of any medium/heavy commercialtruck and bus manufacturer.”
Navistar works closely with its dealers to train technicians on all vehicle systems. With training centers in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Latin America — as well as webbased training — the International and IC Bus dealer channel can assure customers they are getting the fastest and most accurate service in the industry. b
Source: Navistar
Marine Safety Training And Barges For Northern Communities
Protecting the marine environment and all users of Canada’s oceans and waterways is of paramount importance. The Government of Canada, under the Oceans Protection Plan, is making sure our coasts are protected in
a modern and advanced way.
On Oct 13th Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, announced an investment of $19.5 million, under the Oceans Protection Plan, to con-
struct four double-hulled barges that will deliver fuel safely to Northern communities and opened the Hay River Training Facility, which will provide marine safety training to Northern communities.
The four new double-
hulled barges will be commissioned by the Government of the Northwest Territories. Currently, fuel is carried to some Northern communities, particularly those along the Mackenzie River watershed, in single-hulled barges. The risk of a fuel spill increases when fuel is carried in this way during low water conditions. These new double-hulled barges will minimize the risk of a fuel spill and improve the safety of community resupply operations.
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This $19.5 million investment is part of the $94.3 million Safety Equipment and Basic Marine Infrastructure in Northern Communities initiative under the Oceans Protection Plan. The initiative helps to make Arctic resupply operations more efficient and safer for communities, workers, and the environment through investments in marine safety equipment and infrastructure.
The Hay River Training Facility is an impor-
tant part of the Government of Canada’s $21 million Northern Marine Training Program. The Nunavut Fisheries and Marine Training Consortium received $12.6 million through the Program to deliver marine training to Northern communities, which includes expanding programming at their Iqaluit campus and opening this satellite training facility in Hay River.
The $1.5 billion Oceans Protection Plan is the largest investment ever made
Influential Woman In Trucking Award Announced
Women In Trucking Association (WIT) and Freightliner Trucks announced three finalists for the 2018 Influential Woman in Trucking award. This is the eighth year for the award which was developed in 2010 as a way to honor female leaders and to attract and advance women within the trucking industry.
The award highlights the achievements of female role models and trailblazers in the trucking industry. The nominees for the award included women from all over the industry in various roles.
The 2018 Influential Woman in Trucking award finalists are:
• Angela Eliacostas, Founder and CEO, AGT Global Logistics
Global Logistics one of the top 50 in Illinois and top 1000 woman-owned businesses in the United States.
Nozuko Mayeza is a passionate truck business owner who hails from South Africa. Through her passion, she has managed to make inroads into a male dominated sector for over seven years. She is the finalist for Women in Africa awards 2018 and the chairperson of the Black Business Council subcommittee on Commercial and public transport. Nozuko is a mentor to females in trucking both in South Africa and Ghana.
• Brooke Willey, Vice President – Human Resources, CRST International
Angela Eliacostas has more than 30 years of experience in transportation, working her way from the ground up. Following generations of relatives with expertise in the transportation industry, Angela made the natural transition to her own career by learning the processes at trucking companies to running thirdparty logistics. Angela is an industry leader in expediting shipments and serves as a liaison between carriers and companies. She has grown a reputation in the energy and power logistics space. Angela has been recognized for making AGT
Brooke Willey leads the HR function for CRST International as Vice President of Human Resources, a $1.7B transportation company comprised of seven operating companies with 9,500+ employees and driving partners/owner operators. Her passion is building strong leaders and leadership teams and has been publicly recognized for those efforts. Under her leadership development efforts, in 2016 CRST was named a ‘Top-10 Best Private Company for Leaders” by Chief Executive magazine. In 2017 CRST was named a ‘Workforce Leader in Training’ by the Corridor Business Journal and Kirkwood Community College. Brooke is also actively involved with nonprofit organizations in her community, most recently a board member for United Way and Young Parents Network. With the outstanding nominations submitted,
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to protect Canada’s coasts and waterways. Through this plan, the Government of Canada is creating a world-leading marine safety system that provides economic opportunities for Canadians today, while protecting our coasts and waterways for generations to come. This work is being done in close collaboration with Indigenous peoples, local stakeholders and coastal communities.
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munities rely on marine re-supply operations to receive up to 95% of their goods. I am pleased to announce this significant step in protecting the health of our Arctic coast and waters and enhancing the safety and security of re-supply operations.” — Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, Michael V. McLeod.
“Today, the Government of Canada has taken additional steps to protect the health of our Arctic coast, strengthen the safety of Canada’s
New Terex AC 40/2L All Terrain Crane For Stoddart Crane Hire
Muir of Ord, Scottish Highlands & Islands crane specialists, Stoddart Crane Hire has commissioned a new Terex AC 40/2L all terrain crane. The new crane is designed to be a versatile, high lifting machine that is quick to rig. The crane will help Stoddart Crane Hire continue to meet the needs of all of its customers across the North of Scotland.
the longest main boom in its class at 37.4 meters (122.7 ft) and a system length of 45.4 meters (149 ft). With travel speeds of 80 km/h (50 mph), this crane can travel at highway speeds. Also, its compact design makes it easy to position on the job, so Stoddart Crane Hire’s crew can get to work quickly.
marine transportation system, and expand employment opportunities for Canadians. We are doing this by investing in Northern marine resupply operations and supporting the creation of a well-trained Northern marine labour force reflective of Canada’s diverse population.” —
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Canada’s Minister of Transport.
“Increasing the safety and efficiency of marine resupply operations in the Northwest Territories
is a priority for the Government of the Northwest Territories. This announcement will help to stabilize the cost of living, provides increased protection of the marine environment and supports the efficiency of resupply to the NWT’s 16 marineserviced Northern communities” — The Honourable Wally Schumann, Minister of Infrastructure, Government of Northwest Territories.
“We were in need of a new small all terrain crane, and after reviewing all of our options, we determined that the Terex AC 40/2L model was superior to other cranes in its particular size class,” said David Stoddart, owner/managing director for Stoddart Crane Hire. “It is easy to operate, includes a spacious cab and has a very long reach for a crane of its size. Also, Terex Cranes has always done an excellent job of supporting our organization after the sale, which is important to our customers and us.”
With a 40-tonne (45 US ton) lift capacity, the Terex AC 40/2L features
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it was extremely difficult for the judges to narrow it down to the finalists. The judges for the 2018 award are Ellen Voie, WIT President/CEO, Dave Nemo, Talk Show Host, Sirius XM Radio, and Daphne Jefferson, Principal & Executive Coach, Jefferson Consulting Group, LLC and the 2017 Influential Woman in Trucking award recipient.
All three finalists have been asked to participate
“Stoddart Crane Hire is going from strength to strength and we are delighted they opted for Terex when they required a new crane for their expanding fleet” commented Lyle Sibbald, Regional Sales Manager for Terex Cranes. “I would personally like to thank David, his family and all the team at Stoddart Crane Hire for their continued support.”
Stoddart Crane Hire already has its new Terex all terrain crane scheduled for several jobs over the coming months and the company is looking forward to operating it for a long time to come. b
Source: Terex
on a panel at the WIT Accelerate! Conference & Expo held in Dallas, Texas November 12-14. The winner will be announced at the general session panel discussion, “Hard-Won Lessons from Trailblazing Women” on Tuesday, November 13 from 8:45 am – 10:00 am. The panel will be facilitated by Joann Lublin, News Editor, The Wall Street Journal. b
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signed for safe operations on Great Slave Lake, the Mackenzie River watershed, along the coastlines of the Northwest Territories, and delivery offshore from Tuktoyaktuk Harbour.
The Marine Training Program is expanding and enhancing marine training and opportunities for underrepresented groups in the marine sector, such as women, Northerners, Inuit and Indigenous peoples. b
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Hauling Rock In Horokiwi
With Two TA400s
Major road infrastructure work is underway in Horokiwi, New Zealand, and Bryce O’Sullivan Contracting Ltd is busy sourcing rock for asphalt at the Horokiwi Quarry with the help of two Terex Trucks TA400 articulated haulers.
Located in the North Island of New Zealand, Wellington is marketed as the ‘coolest little capital in the world’. Millions of tourists travel there every year to enjoy its art galleries, craft beers and night markets. Set back from the hustle and bustle of the city center is the suburb of Horokiwi. It’s semi-rural, with no schools and only one access road, which comes off the Petone-Wellington motorway.
Paving the way
Bryce O’Sullivan Contracting Ltd (BOSCO) has been based in Horokiwi for some time now, helping to renovate the city’s transport infrastructure. It
is involved in two of the biggest construction projects in the region – building the Kapiti Expressway and the 27 km (16.8 mi), four-lane Transmission
Gully motorway. With the help of two TA400s, BOSCO is shifting blue rock in Horokiwi Quarry, which is being used as base course and asphalt. Since August 2017, the pair of Terex Trucks articulated haulers have removed 200,000 m³ (261,590 yd³) of aggregate and have clocked up around 700 hours.
“We’ve got the machines working in tough conditions – but they’re delivering on every level,” says Suds O’Sullivan, who is an employee as well as the company owner’s father. “They’re robust, reliable and our operators say they are simple to operate, too. Ever since Porter Equipment supplied us with a TA400 demo unit, we knew Terex Trucks was
the perfect fit for our application.”
Family affair
Bryce started his namesake business in 2010, when he was just 16 years old. Over the years, BOSCO has very much become a family affair. His father Suds, who has been in the earthmoving industry for more than 40 years, isn’t the only family employee. Bryce’s partner Becs, her father, and other members of the extended family all play a role within the company. In total, there are 45 employees, six of whom are based at the Horokiwi Quarry.
BOSCO purchased its new TA400 haulers from Porter Equipment, the official Terex Trucks dealer in Australia and New Zealand since 2017. “Porter Equipment was really good to us when we decided to have a look at Terex Trucks machines,” explains Suds. “Josh Hunter, the sales rep
there, was so straightforward to deal with. There was no mucking around at all. We’re really happy – not only with Porter Equipment for its brilliant customer service, but also with Terex Trucks for the sheer quality of its products.”
Heavyweight hauling
With a maximum payload of 38 tonnes (41.9 tons), the TA400 allows BOSCO to haul serious
amounts of rock at Horokiwi Quarry. It has a heaped capacity of 23.3 m³ (30.3 yd³), 331 kW (444 hp) of gross power and a maximum torque of 2,255 Nm (1,663 lbf ft). Together, these performance features make the TA400 the biggest and most powerful articulated hauler on offer from Terex Trucks. Manufactured in Motherwell, Scotland, this heavyweight hauler has been designed
to work in heavy-duty applications under extreme conditions. The planetary gear transmission provides smooth, efficient gear shifting for optimized fuel consumption and reduced cost of operation. Ground level test points and a fully tilting cab, combined with an electronically raised hood, ensure ease of service and reduced downtime. b
Source: Terex
• Internal wheel drive motors allow radial travel
McCloskey has taken the next big step in its industry leading designs by adding the groundbreaking new All-Terrain Stackers to its line-up. Blending the benefits of onsite track mobility with the high productivity of a radial conveyor, the All-Terrain Stackers allow the conveyor to switch from track mode to radial in seconds.
Designed for use in any terrain, the stackers, ranging from 60’ to 150’, are easily moved site to site without the need to remove the wheels for transport. Built-in leveling indicators allow operators to position the stacker regardless of the ground evenness, with independent hydraulic jack legs to stabilize once in place.
Historically, tracked radial stackers offered on the market have been focused on a track bogie under the hopper. While this allows mobility, it also creates an obstacle for the stacker during operation with buildup and spillage of material blocking the tracks. The configuration raises
the height of the stacker such that additional transfer conveyors are often required. The McCloskey design eliminates the need for any additional equipment, delivering a clean radius without material buildup.
The stackers feature a unique rear counterweight that counter balances the tracks and wheels, which are behind the stacker’s centre of gravity. The design enables a much higher stockpile capacity, with the radial wheels set well back. The rear counterweight also firmly anchors the tail end during radial mode, delivering greater stability to the stacker while in operation.
The McCloskey All-Terrain Stackers standard features include:
• Tires that have aggressive-tread patterns for more traction in tough terrain
• Hydraulic raise/lower arm allows the conveyor to switch from track to radial mode in seconds
• Level gauge to allow for operation on uneven ground
• Patented counterweight design delivers enhanced stability and safety in operation.
McCloskey radial track stackers are more easily transported than other products on the market, and the track bogie features radial rubber tires with a planetary gearbox to drive the wheels. This limits them to being pit portable, as road transport becomes difficult. The McCloskey design allows for the wheels to be folded for transport, delivering true portability for operators moving from site to site.
“Helping customers achieve greater production levels is what drives us to design and manufacture innovative products,” said Paschal McCloskey, President and CEO of McCloskey International. “This patent pending design evolved from watching and listening to the customers’ challenges when stockpiling material in a variety of conditions and locations. We will continue looking at developing new products to meet these unique challenges around the globe.” b
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Three Canadian mayors, alongside 16 mayors from around the world, representing 130 million urban citizens, committed to significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions from their cities by ensuring that new buildings operate at net zero carbon by 2030. By signing the Net
Zero Carbon Buildings Declaration, the leaders of Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Copenhagen, Johannesburg, London, Los Angeles, New York City, Newburyport, Paris, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo, Tshwane & Washington D.C
also pledged to ensure all buildings in the cities, old or new, will meet net-zero carbon standards by 2050.
Net-Zero Buildings use energy ultra-efficiently and meet any remaining energy needs from renewable sources. Such bold commitments, made ahead of the Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco, are essential steps in delivering on the highest goals of the Paris Agreement and keeping global temperature rise below 1.5°.
Buildings in urban areas are one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas emissions, and typically account for over half of a total city’s emissions on average. In London, Los Angeles and Paris, buildings account for well over 70% of the cities’ overall emissions, creating an enormous opportunity for progress on bringing emissions down. Currently, half a million people die prematurely each year due to outdoor air pollution caused by energy used in
buildings.
“We are excited to be signing the C40 Net Zero Carbon Emissions Declaration along with other major cities around the world.
Vancouver’s Zero Emission Building Plan will not only reduce GHG emissions from new buildings by over 60% but is also driving our green economy with a 53% increase in green building jobs since 2010,” said Mayor of Vancouver Gregor Robertson.
“Paris is home to some of the world’s most beautiful and iconic buildings. As mayors of the world’s great cities we recognise our responsibility to ensure every building, whether historic or brand new, helps deliver a sustainable future for our citizens,” said Mayor of Paris and Chair of C40, Anne Hidalgo. “With this commitment cities are getting the job done, concretely delivering on the Paris Agreement and building better cities for generations to come. One more time, the future is taking place in cities.”
Delivering on the commitments made today will require a united effort, as city governments do not have direct control over
all the buildings in a city. This commitment includes a pledge to work together with state and regional governments and the private sector to drive this transformation, and calls on national governments for equal action. This pledge from cities is part of the World Green Building Council’s Net Zero Carbon Building Commitment for Businesses, Cities, States and Regions.
Specifically, cities making this commitment will:
• Establish a roadmap for our commitment to reach net zero carbon buildings.
• Develop a suite of supporting incentives and programmes.
• Report annually on progress towards meeting our targets, and evaluate the feasibility of reporting on emissions beyond operational carbon (such as refrigerants).
Furthermore, 13 cities, including Copenhagen, Johannesburg, Montreal, Newburyport, Paris, Portland, San Jose, Santa Monica, Stockholm, Sydney, Toronto, Tshwane and Vancouver commit to owning, occupying and developing only assets that are
net-zero carbon by 2030. To achieve this, cities will:
• Evaluate the current energy demand and carbon emissions from their municipal buildings, and identify opportunities for reduction.
• Establish a roadmap for their commitment to reach net zero carbon municipal buildings.
• Report annually on progress towards meeting their targets, and evaluate the feasibility of including emissions beyond operational carbon (such as refrigerants).
Leading up to the Global Climate Action Summit, C40 urged cities to step up their climate action and ambition – today’s announcement is one of the city commitments under that initiative.
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“Climate change poses an existential threat to New York City, and making our buildings more sustainable and efficient is a key part of the solution,” said Bill de Blasio, Mayor of New York City. “With this commitment, we’re delivering on our promise to make New York City cleaner and safer for generations to
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come by meeting the Paris agreement. We’re proud to stand alongside other cities worldwide that are taking bold and meaningful steps to cut the pollution driving climate change.”
“My strategy to improve London’s environment includes some of the world’s most ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions from our homes and workplaces. This includes expanding my existing standard of zero carbon new homes to apply to all new buildings in 2019. We want to make London a zero carbon city by 2050 and we’re working hard to ensure its buildings are energy efficient and supplied with clean energy sources. I look forward to collaborating with other cities on our shared vision of achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement,” said Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan.
“Tokyo aims to achieve ‘Zero Emission Tokyo’ that produces no CO2 emissions and has been implementing ambitious actions to reduce CO2 emissions from buildings, such as the Tokyo Cap and Trade Program, which is the first city-level mandatory CO2 emissions
reduction program in the world to include office buildings. As a member of the C40 steering committee, I will work hand in hand with the world’s major cities, and advance the initiatives,” said Yuriko Koike, Governor of Tokyo.
“Combating climate change is a moral necessity, an environmental imperative, and an economic opportunity — and Los Angeles is proud to be a leader in creating our clean energy future. By pledging to reduce the carbon footprint of our buildings, cities are moving us another step closer to the goals of the Paris Agreement — and the promise of lower emissions, less pollution, and more renewable energy innovation,” said Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti.
“Cities across the world must accelerate the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions to avoid the worst impacts of global climate change. San Francisco’s commitment to green building design has produced some of the most energy and resource efficient buildings in the world. Shifting away from fossil fuels and powering our buildings with 100%
renewable energy will further our commitment to addressing climate change,” said San Francisco Mayor, London Breed.
“Stockholm has a long history of reducing our greenhouse gas emissions and we’re always looking at new ways to reduce our city’s carbon footprint. Most important for buildings is the decarbonisation of our city-wide district heating system, and strict requirements on energy efficiency,” said Karin Wanngård, Mayor of Stockholm.
“Considering that the energy used for powering, heating and cooling of buildings accounts for more than 25% of the GHG emissions produced by South African cities, action to make buildings more energy efficient has a huge potential to reduce GHG emission. Expect to see major shifts in our approach to powering our buildings as we become one of the first African Capital Cities to make a clear commitment towards Net Zero Carbon in new buildings by 2030, a development we are so excited about! By virtue of their national status, Capital Cities are home to Gov-
ernment Departments, Diplomatic Missions, Scientific and Research institutions and academic institutions. The City of Tshwane is leveraging on strong partnerships with such institutions to influence an uptake of ambitious target of cutting emissions in buildings and meet our targets by 2050,” said Executive Mayor of the City Tshwane, Cllr Solly Msimanga.
“As the nation’s capital, Washington, DC has a unique responsibility to push for bold climate action. With this new commitment to net-zero carbon buildings by 2050, we will continue to grow our city while shrinking our contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. This commitment advances our DC values and is part of our plan to continue building a greener, more resilient, and more sustainable DC,” said Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser.
“Copenhagen fully supports the Net Zero Carbon Building declaration. Copenhagen must lead the way in terms of creating green solutions that inspire other large cities and we are constantly trying to im-
prove. Last year Copenhagen won C40’s prestigious climate award for our efforts in making our buildings more energy-efficient and climate friendly. Moving forward we are committed to become even greener to reach our goal of becoming the world’s first CO2-neutral city by 2025,” said Lord Mayor of Copenhagen, Frank Jensen.
“Portland has been a longtime global leader in environmental initiatives and I look forward to continuing to advocate and fight for ambitious environmental strategies. Ensuring Portland’s old and new buildings achieve net zero carbon use is an essential challenge I am ready to take on,” said Mayor of Portland, Ted Wheeler.
“San Jose continues to lead on climate action. Through our Paris-aligned sustainability plan, Climate Smart San José, we will tackle one of our community’s largest source of emissions by encouraging new commercial and residential buildings to achieve ZNE status, and retrofitting existing buildings to reduce energy consumption and our carbon emissions,” said Mayor of San Jose,
Sam Liccardo.
“Santa Monica is a small city with outsized ambitions. Our environmental legacy is steeped in our long history of meeting our ambitions with action. Climate change is happening in Santa Monica and California and we are committed to doing all we can to meet this imminent challenge,” said Mayor of Santa Monica, Ted Winterer.
“Newburyport is proud to join cities and mayors across the globe to address the critical need to reduce and advance our work towards zero waste. We have been working diligently with broad community partnerships to educate residents and incrementally achieve significant reductions through creative organics programs, hazardous waste and electronics recycling, banning single-use plastic bags and re-purposing excess foods in our schools. Each city that steps up to join these efforts will make a real difference today and as we plan for the future health of our communities,” said Mayor of Newburyport, Donna D. Holaday. b
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Small Start. Big Winners.
FRONT PAGE STORY:This is the story of one British Columbia businessman and how he has used his tremendous business success to come to the aid of thousands of fellow Canadians who are in need of a hand up. This is the story of Brent Marshall, entrepreneur and philanthropist. By Ronald Mullins
A Bump In The Road
Brent Marshall grew up surrounded by family and friends in a mobile home park in the small northern interior B.C. town of Houston, located in the heart of the Bulkley Valley. A town whose population in 2016 was still less than 3000 people. Brent’s was a very humble upbringing. “Growing up we didn’t have much, and I was determined to change that both for myself and my family,” Marshall noted. He also realized that schooling and education were important and he graduated with an engineering degree and soon after began working as a firefighter. This was the career that introduced him to the business of helping others.
Then, as the result of a very serious accident, Brent had to change career paths and soon found himself working in the automotive business. This was a major bump-in-the-road but Marshall’s drive for success never diminished, and resulted in him leading one of the largest new car and truck dealerships in Canada.
Along with his desire for business success came
a need for speed and fast cars, which led him to developing a fully sanctioned, National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) quarter-mile drag racing facility just outside of his now home town of Prince George, British Columbia. But to get this done, he needed the assistance of other business leaders and some heavy construction equipment… there was a lot of that northern B.C. soil that had to be relocated.
Friends Need Friends Marshall recalled that two of his friends, Tracey Russell and Corey Timms were working in the heavy construction equipment business for the Inland Group where Tracey was Vice President of Equipment Operations and Corey was Inland’s Director of Construction Equipment Sales. Brent went on, “I knew that we needed the best, most reliable construction equipment to get this huge job off the ground and completed, as any profits derived were going to go to local charities. So I went to the Inland Group and they more than came to the party. They made my purchasing a Case 850K dozer, a CX50B compact excavator and a
450 skid steer easy and the Inland team delivered them right when needed. As a result, this incredible facility got finished on time and was fully sanctioned by the NHRA. Today it operates as a not-for-profit company with all proceeds going to charity. It was and continues to be a win-win for everybody.”
British Columbia based Inland, now with locations from Canada’s Yukon to the southern United States, is one of the oldest and largest, full-service Kenworth truck dealers in the world as well as a premier provider of Case construction equipment, Link-Belt excavators and Tigercat forestry equipment.
A Drive For Business
By age 40, Marshall’s drive for business success had him involved either as an owner, partner or shareholder in more than eighteen successful companies. This has allowed him to guide and direct these companies to donate large portions of their profits to charity.
Now making his family home in Kelowna, British Columbia, Brent has teamed up with a couple more of his long-time friends, Craig Behiel and
Geoff Pears to form the V2R Construction Group. In so doing this has lead him back to his friends Tracey Russell and Corey Timms and of course the Inland Group. “In forming this company, we had done our homework and didn’t want to be like many of the other local construction companies.” Marshall went on, “We wanted only quality equipment that was reliable and got the job done. I had had such great success with Case Construction Equipment and the incredible service from Inland Group in the past so I gave them a call and once again their outstanding team provided us with exactly what we needed.”
Helping Others
One of the tenets of Brent Marshall’s business success is his insistence that whatever company he owns, directs, manages, works with or is a customer of, is that they donate a portion of the profits derived from the business to local charities. This drive to help people, a passion that was born years earlier in his firefighter career, continues to burn even more brightly today. Over the years, his philanthropic efforts have resulted in
millions of dollars being donated to a wide variety of British Columbia-based charities including Canuck Place, Ronald McDonald House and BC Children’s Hospital, to name just a few.
A Drive for Charity
Currently, Brent Marshall refers to himself as semi-retired. But that status is difficult to believe. Not only is he one of the owners of the V2R Construction Group he is also a co-owner of the Tempest Aviation Group, a premier distributor of aircraft and helicopter parts and has recently sold his Re-Max Realty franchise office in Prince George. “Business gets me up and going everyday, but my real passion is for charity.” Brent went on, “I love being able to give back.”
This is where his needfor-speed comes back into the picture. Marshall is very much involved with the Kelowna-based August Auto Group and the August Family Foundation and their annual Okanagan Dream Rally. The Dream Rally gathers a group of high performance car owners, with their exotic Ferraris, Lamborginis, McLarens, Porsches and BMWs, to list just a few, to take a large number of children-
in-need on an exciting tour of the Okanagan. This year both the children, as well as the car owners, and the organizing committee were doubly excited when the Dream Rally was kicked off with a super low fly-past, over the rally starting line in downtown Kelowna, by one of Canada’s CF-18 jet fighters. When this happened the sounds of the excited screams of the children almost eclipsed that of the roar of the jet. There is a real glint in Brent’s eye when you bring up the subject of the Dream Rally. “I just love seeing the excitement on children’s faces and we are well on our way to being able to raise and donate over $1,000,000.00 (no this is not a typo) …one million dollars… to Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon to help families staying within the organization’s facilities receive the help and care they need. With a big smile, Brent Marshall notes, “I still have a needfor-speed, and a drive for business success but my real passion these days is for charity.” b
Ronald Mullins is a Kelowna, B.C. based writer/photographer and is a regular contributor to Supply Post.
Brent Marshall (foreground) keeps his need-for-speed alive as a key member the Okanagan Dream Rally partnering with August Luxury Motorcars and the August Family Foundation.
These folks are the driving force behind the Okanagan Dream Rally. Left to right: Mike Pullen, Christie Clifford, Brent Marshall, Michelle August, Irene August, Brian August, Brooke Cunningham, Matt August.
Brent Marshall, co-owner of V2R Construction is very satisfied with the performance of every piece of Case Construction Equipment he has purchased from the Inland Group.
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Construction’s Skilled Worker
Shortage: A Problem Of Perception
From a logical standpoint, a skilled worker shortage shouldn’t exist.
Nearly seven million Americans are currently out of work, yet nearly half of U.S. employers are struggling to hire people, with skilled trades vacancies being most difficult positions to fill since the turn of the decade. The skills gap has long been an issue of great significance, and there’s every reason to believe a shortage of qualified workers will continue to plague the construction industry for years to come.
Why? Because the contributing factors to the skilled worker shortage are constantly changing, and any solutions for addressing it are becoming obsolete even before they can be implemented to any great effect.
“Our brains are wired to think in a linear fashion, and based off what we see in the past,” said Jim Schug, principal and operations management leader for FMI, a management consulting firm that specializes in providing services for engineering and construction, infrastructure and the built environment throughout North America and around the world. “It’s rooted in precedent, and it’s rooted in experiences and memory. It’s going to be way off, and we’re not going to be able to comprehend it.”
A Changing Work World
Drawing upon previous experiences and applying past information to address the shortage of qualified workers won’t work, said Schug, because the future of the construction industry will look unrecognizable compared to the present.
Computers are being programmed to learn, to
recognize patterns, and even to teach themselves. All it takes is adding robotics to a user interface, integrating everything, and then programming the machine to conduct specific or conditional tasks. Considering how much information exists on a global level today – and the rate in which the amount continues to grow – it seems reasonable to suggest what computers will be capable of in the not-too-distant future is quite literally beyond comprehension.
“This is changing our world, and we have to accept it,” said Schug. “Now, what is it going to look like in five years? I don’t know, but I wish I could tell you.”
And therein lies the problem with the ongoing evolution and development of technology: it’s disruptive, and it prevents many companies from being able to make certain business decisions with any level of confidence. According to Schug, it’s quite difficult to attract a workforce to the construction industry when the future is so uncertain. But, he said, it’s not impossible.
Building Talent Factories
It all starts with hiring key talent – based on competencies and characteristics, rather than skillsets – developing them and leading them on a path toward long-term professional success.
“We need to hire people who are humble, hungry and smart. Folks who are willing to learn and who are curious,” said Schug. Acquiring the right talent requires a certain approach, one which seeks to transform companies into talent factories. This is achieved in a number of ways: the development of
career paths for employees, the creation of a clear and comprehensive matrix of workforce expectations and – perhaps most importantly – increasing pay to retain existing employees.
All of this serves to help contractors build a workforce capable of “making stuff happen in uncertainty.”
Said Schug, “That’s the world we’re moving toward, (one with) a lot of uncertainty, and we have to figure out how to lead in that world.”
Leadership Above All Else
Schug recalled his father once sharing his approach to corporate leadership, one which the FMI principal and operations management leader said is now both archaic and obsolete in today’s work world. In addition, he noted that a business adopting it would accomplish little else other than setting it up to fail in the long term.
“He said, ‘Keep all the information and don’t share it,” explained Schug. “‘Because if you keep the information, they can’t fire you. And don’t admit you don’t have the right answer, because people
won’t believe in you after that.’”
The prevailing attitudes of the past simply won’t work in the modern work world, and failure to lead properly leads to dire consequences for companies. Therefore, it’s critical, said Schug, for management to “set the tone” by making leadership a priority and eschewing conventional approaches to workforce development.
“The old-school management styles were, you will be here at this time, you will follow this process and you will do it this way,” said Schug. “That’s management. Leadership is very different. You got to get the most from the team, and then (it) will perform well.”
Developing A Learning Culture
If addressing the skills gap starts with acquiring and developing the right talent, than training these people to maximize their positive impact on the organization is where a contractor will begin to see its efforts bear fruit. How? Through the proper development of a learning culture.
It’s no easy task, especially for companies who lack the time and resources to do it properly, but it’s the only way contractors can gain accurately evaluate situations within the organization to determine what actually goes right, what goes wrong and
what should be done when a similar set of circumstances presents itself in the future. So, Schug said, developing a learn culture through training needs to be a significant priority for companies today – and, more importantly, it needs to be done right.
“When we pull people out of the field to do training, it had better be good, it had better resonate, and it had better help us,” he continued.
The ultimate goal of workforce development is to provide employees with the means to help their respective companies win in the market, and it can’t be achieved unless organizational leadership is committed to establishing an environment where people can obtain the skills they need to do the job – both now and in the future. Through proper training this can be accomplished – but only if it’s reinforced over time.
“If I provide the best
training in the world today, in six months you retain only about 20 percent,” said Schug. “I could increase that to over 40 percent if I bring it back every once in a while. Our memories are short and long term, so we need that receptiveness to get that attention.”
Where We’re Headed What constitutes a construction job in five years is anybody’s guess. It’ll certainly be different than it is today, but companies literally can’t afford to wait and see what the future brings. According to Schug, they need to come up with their own plans and start moving toward them immediately.
“You don’t want to train people for where you were,” he said. “And while it is uncertain where we are going, that doesn’t mean we throw our hands up, quit and not change.” b
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