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CNH Names Kris Dahl to Lead North America Commercial Business

CASE Construction Equipment - CNH

Dahl will succeed Terry Dolan, who plans to retire at the end of 2026, overseeing the CASE Construction Equipment and New Holland Construction brands.

From Barbecue to Blacktop: A Journey Through Asphalt

Verde Resources

Cindy Powell reflects on her 20-year asphalt career, her path from restaurant owner to industry leader, and her work advancing sustainability, pavement preservation and opportunities for women in asphalt.

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60,000 Excavators and Counting: Komatsu Turns 40 in Chattanooga | Watch FCP

Komatsu America Corp.

Tune in as Komatsu marks not only this anniversary, but also the company’s continued growth, innovation and recent developments across North America and beyond.

Komatsu excavator and branded truck celebrating 60,000 excavators milestone at 40th anniversary event in Chattanooga

Hard Hats & Headwear

STUDSON Unveils SHK-2 Safety Helmet with KOROYD Interior

The Type II helmet replaces EPS foam with KOROYD material and adds airflow pathways designed to aid in cooling.

White Studson protective climbing helmet with neon green interior padding and black straps

First U.S. Robotic Plotter for Road Construction

D.E. Gemmill is using LiDAR and robotic technology to automate transverse-joint layout for highway projects.

Overhead view of white Cargill food service truck parked on asphalt road with workers in safety gear and construction equipment nearby

Oils, Lubricants & Greases

PC-12 Engine Oil Shift Puts Off-Highway OEMs on Notice

The 2027 transition targets on-highway diesel engines, but lubricant reformulation could affect oils used in off-highway equipment and OEM specifications.

Heavy construction equipment including tan asphalt rollers and compactors lined up at a work site with autumn foliage in background

Surveying & Layout

Leica Geosystems Launches X-PAD Surveying Portfolio with New GS11

Leica Geosystems, Inc.

The portfolio combines field software, instruments and connected services, with the GS11 adding AR guidance and image-based measurements for routine surveying tasks.

Worker in yellow safety vest holding rugged tablet displaying surveying or mapping software outdoors

A New Chapter for Asphalt Contractor, Built on a Strong Foundation

We can’t wait for you to meet your new editor, and to keep building the road ahead together.

Road roller compacting asphalt on construction site at golden sunset with workers in background

New Jersey Bill Targets Payment Delays

Construction Law Group at Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Assembly Bill A5335 would give contractors an opportunity to correct qualifying clerical or technical errors without losing an otherwise-due progress payment.

Construction site with tower crane, building framework, Euro banknotes, calculator, and financial charts representing project budgeting

Asphalt Paving Handbook Adds Searchable Web, Mobile Tools

National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA)

The free platforms provide offline access to paving guidance, AI-assisted searches, checklists and training videos for crews, engineers and inspectors.

The Asphalt Paving Handbook mobile app advertisement showing website and app store download options with NAPA branding

Telescopic Handlers

AXCS Expands Material Handling Line with New TH-Series

The five-model lineup covers 8,000- to 12,000-pound capacities, with lift heights reaching 56 feet and options designed for rental and construction fleets.

Yellow JCB telehandler crane lifting steel beam at construction site with metal framework

Personal Protection Equipment

ISEA Updates Head Protection Requirements

International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA)

The revised standard maintains existing Type and Class classifications while adding optional criteria for retention, chin straps and multidirectional impact protection.

Orange safety hard hat with reflective stripes and protective goggles on a tire at a construction site

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