Another Look at NPE 2012

Here are some more photos from National Pavement Expo 2012 held in Memphis, TN.

April 16, 2012

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Fights the Impact of Covid-19 on the Opioid Epidemic

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announces Sharing Solutions: A Virtual Nationwide Tour, a campaign aimed at providing business-led solutions to the opioid epidemic — a prevalent issue in the construction industry.

SpaceX’s Starlink Beams High-Speed Internet from Space to Remote Native-American Tribe

Elon Musk's company is delivering high-speed internet directly to remote locations via satellite network in a beta test you can use

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Top 10 Trends That Will Influence Equipment Acquisition in 2021

To help its members gauge the trends like to affect the market this year, ELFA has identified the Top 10 Equipment Acquisition Trends for 2021.

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Oriel Attachments Heavy-duty Excavator Buckets

Available in a range of widths and capacities for excavators from 4,500 to 112,000 lbs.

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Proterra Collaborating with Komatsu on Electric Excavator

Proterra will provide its battery technology for use in a proof-of-concept battery-electric hydraulic excavator Komatsu plans to bring to market by 2023.

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Brokk Offers G32 Grapple for Soft Demolition, Separation and Sorting

Brokk offers the compact G32 grapple, specially designed for the Brokk 70, for increased versatility and efficiency in soft demolition, separation and sorting applications.

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Top 10 Trends That Will Influence Equipment Acquisition in 2021

To help its members gauge the trends like to affect the market this year, ELFA has identified the Top 10 Equipment Acquisition Trends for 2021.

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Volvo's Mid-sized Electric Wheeled Excavator Moves Electromobility Goals to a Larger Size Class

The EX03 mid-sized wheeled excavator prototype represents the next stage in the electromobility journey for Volvo Construction Equipment.

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Vermeer TR6450 Trommel Screen

Vermeer designs new TR6450 Trommel Screen featuring a 20-foot long with a 6.5-foot diameter quick-change tension screen drum, an adjustable drum speed from 0 to 25 revolutions per minute and an 120-horsepower Cat 3.6L Tier 4F (Stage V) diesel engine.

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Construction Costs Continue to Creep Up with More Cost Increases Expected

While fewer labor price increases were reported in January, material and equipment costs moved upward for a second straight month.

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Takeuchi-US Names Shay Klusmeyer Divisional Manager

Takeuchi-US promotes Shay Klusmeyer to divisional manager to lead Takeuchi’s regional business managers and regional product managers as they support dealers and customers in the company’s West, Southwest, Central Midwest and Midwest regions.

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FAD Equipment Store Creates One-Stop Shop for End-Users

FAD Equipment Store announces the online opening of a new U.S. material handling equipment site which offers lifting and material handling equipment, as well as safety and load monitoring products.

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Kubota KX057-5 Compact Excavator

New compact excavator model replaces the KX057-4 and offers improved technology and ample cabin space.

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Crane Safety: 11 Tips for Accident Prevention

BigRentz Director of Digital Audience Lior Zitzman provides 11 crane safety tips, including guidelines for crane travel, crane set up, crane rigging and safe lifting.

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The Industry’s Broadest Lineup

Cat® Excavators give you more fuel-saving, productivity-boosting options. EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS

John Deere offers grading-heel buckets that are similar in style and dimensions as standard dirt buckets, but with a squared off heel for backdragging applications. Smooth bottoms with no lifts or edges allow buckets to create a flat surface.

Tailor Compact Loader Buckets to Boost Productivity

Specialty buckets can maximize skid-steer and CTL performance.

The new Universal Charger can charge the 19C-1E electric mini excavator in 2 1/2 hours.

JCB Expands Electric Machine Offering for Zero-Emissions Operations

New additions to the company’s line of electric machines help customers stay productive while meeting sustainability initiatives.

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Recovering From a Pandemic-Induced Recession Means Proceeding with Caution for Construction

The COVID-19 relief bill brings a bright spot, but with construction backlogs below average and pandemic-related issues that are new to the outlook equation, now's the time for a careful climb back to 'normal'

Battery power on the Milwaukee Tool MX FUEL 14-in. cut-off saws enable teams from Koetter Construction’s hardscape and masonry divisions to easily get the saws started and get right down to cutting.

Battery-powered Cut-off Saws Boost Time Savings and Safety on Construction Sites

Battery power allows for faster setup, reduced maintenance and zero emissions, meaning enhanced productivity and safety.

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Atlantic Forklift & Parts of Hialeah Named LiuGong NA Dealer

LiuGong North America announces that Atlantic Forklift & Parts of Hialeah will become a new dealer in the Miami area to pursue long-term plans of growth.

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Self-Erecting Tower Cranes Could Change the Home Construction Industry

Pinetop Custom Homes utilizes Manitowoc's Potain self-erecting tower cranes on a single-family home project in Idaho, allowing the company to do more homebuilding projects in the future based on the efficiency of the machines.

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Five Predictions for an Unpredictable 2021

No one predicted the onset of COVID-19 and the degree to which the pandemic would impact construction. But in many ways, it catapulted us forward. Here’s what we predict for 2021.

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Equipment Finance Confidence Remains Largely Unchanged in January

While the Monthly Confidence Index was changed for the month, there was a notable uptick in optimism for business conditions over the next four months.

Fraud Prevention in Construction is More Critical Than You Think

Hear about the prevalence of fraud in construction, the steps contractors can take to identify and mitigate risks and the role technology can play in prevention.

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Five Key Components of a Successful Government Construction Bid

If you’re going to take the time and effort to bid for a state, local and education project, be sure to put your best foot forward.

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UniCarriers Forklift CF100-CF155 Series

Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas launches the CF100-CF155 Series UniCarriers Forklift, featuring a 10,000 to 15,500 pound capacity, low noise and vibration levels, and low profile counterweight allowing for a compact turning radius.