Best Construction Stories of 2017 on ForConstructionPros.com

The most popular content of 2017 spans a range of topics from new rules to regulatory reform, corporate mergers to new product introductions, buying work pickup trucks to using a lute

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10. John Deere Plans to Acquire Wirtgen GroupHo S Asphalt

Deere plans to maintain the Wirtgen Group’s existing brands, management, manufacturing footprint, employees and distribution network

9. Trump Eases ELD Rule for Truckers

Officials are prepared to go ahead with the rule, which requires truck drivers to use electronic logging devices instead of paper to track driving hours starting Dec. 18.,Lute but the administration will offer a nearly four-month window for compliance

8. How to Handle a Lute

Tips to improve hand work when using an asphalt lute

7. New Stihl RB 200 and RB 400 Dirt Boss Pressure WashersUtv Nj 17 468

Stihl’s all-new pressure washer line starts easily with the 5-hp RB 200 and 6.5-hp RB 400

6. State of the Construction Industry 2017

Leading construction industry economists reflect on 2016 and share their outlooks for 2017 and beyond

5. Caterpillar to Enter Utility Vehicle MarketDust

Company has entered into a manufacturing and supply agreement with Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. and will offer UTV models starting in 2018

4. How Will FMCSA’s HoS Rule Impact Asphalt Contractors?

Starting December 18th 2017, the road construction industry may need to keep track of their trucking hours of service

3. New 3.3L V6 Engine Powers 2018 Ford F-150 Pickup

For 2018, the F-150 arrives with an even more capable powertrain lineup and more V6 choices

2. Special Report: OSHA Silica Rule: Are You Ready?

Enforcement of Crystalline Silica Standard in Construction Industry will begin Sept. 23, 2017

1. Which 2017 Premium Diesel 3/4-Ton Pickup Truck is Best?2018 F 150

Compare gross vehicle weights, gross combined weights, loaded handling, managing loads up and down hills, and subjective ratings on all four premium work trucks

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