For Construction Pros

SpiderLine Temporary Horizontal Lifeline System

SpiderLine is a temporary horizontal lifeline system for fall protection when working on bridges, building construction, roof tops and other elevated surfaces. It is designed to fit multiple applications at height. Meets OSHA and CSA fall...

Product • May 23rd, 2013

AC 1000 All-terrain Crane

Terex's 1,320-ton AC 1000 all-terrain crane can travel on public roads with the boom attached, sets up quickly and features a wide selection of extensions and attachments designed for transportation on standard trailer trucks. Boom equipped with...

Product • May 22nd, 2013

290G LC and 350G LC Excavators

The 188-hp 290G LC and 271-hp 350G LC feature Tier 4 Interim-certified diesel engines and the Powerwise III management system, which balances engine and hydraulic performance. 66,338- and 76,557-lb. operating weights 25-ft. 10-in. and 26-ft...

Product • May 22nd, 2013

135G Excavator

The 30,617-lb. 135G reduced tailswing excavator offers increased arm force, dig force and lift capability. 19-ft. 7-in. maximum digging depth Maximum arm force of 13,167 lbs. 97-hp Tier 4 Interim-certified diesel engine Features the...

Product • May 22nd, 2013

JS220 Excavator

The 49,714-lb. JS220 excavator features a 172-hp Ecomax 4.8-liter diesel engine equipped with 29,000-psi fuel injection, a variable geometry turbo charger and full electronic engine control. 10% cut in fuel consumption Clean burn technology...

Product • May 22nd, 2013

Research Suggests Global Construction Industry Optimistic About Revenue Growth in 2014

Investments in IT infrastructure, public and private sector construction projects, and growing demand for sustainable construction should be key growth drivers

News • May 22nd, 2013

Ahern Rentals Seeks Bankruptcy Court Approval for Exit Financing

Las Vegas-based Ahern Rentals has asked the Nevada bankruptcy court to approve a $415-million financing package from Jeffries Finance that it plans to use to fund its Chapter 11 exit.

News • May 22nd, 2013

Volvo Rents Expands Texas Footprint with New Store in Selma

Volvo Rents has opened a new rental center in Selma, TX. This is the latest move in the company’s continued expansion of its Texas rental business portfolio, increasing its statewide total to 12 rental centers.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013

Point-of-Rental Introduces Mobile Workforce

New with Point-of-Rental’s most recent update, the company introduced its Mobile Workforce App. This app empowers workers on a jobsite as well as in the rental yard, capitalizing on their mobility.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013

350Z NXT2 Compact Excavator

The zero tailswing 350Z NXT2 is equipped with a 23.9-hp Yanmar electronically controlled, Tier 4-certified diesel engine that provides 20% less fuel consumption than the previous model. Electronic throttle for precise control ECO mode reduces...

Product • May 21st, 2013

Construction Backlog Indicator 7% Higher than One Year Ago Despite Recent Declines

Backlog expected to expand moderately later in 2013 but construction volumes will be roughly flat for rest of the year

Press Release • May 21st, 2013

Enter the Toughest Job Photo Contest for Chance to Win Free Hand Tools

Submit a photo of your toughest job now through June 21, 2013 for your chance to win

Press Release • May 21st, 2013

President to Halve Project Approval Timelines

Presidential memorandum directs steering committee to work with federal agencies on streamlining review and permitting processes for major infrastructure projects

Press Release • May 21st, 2013

Potain MDT 248 Topless Tower Crane

The Potain MDT 248 topless tower crane is the largest in Potain's topless crane range and is well-suited for jobsites where space is tight and multiple cranes are needed. The design allows more cranes to overswing each other in a shorter space...

Product • May 21st, 2013

Potain MD 610 Top-Slewing Tower Crane

The Potain MD 610 top-slewing tower crane is designed for maximum lift capacity and durability with a reinforced mast and strengthened slewing section. Available with either 25 or 40 ton capacities with 262-ft. maximum jib lengths 270 LVF hoist...

Product • May 21st, 2013