World of Concrete 2018: A Pictorial Review

Get up close with the latest equipment introductions in this pictorial review of World of Concrete 2018.

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World of Concrete 2018, held last week in Las Vegas, is the signature event for the concrete and masonry industries. It drew 58,222 registered professionals, and featured more than 1,567 companies exhibiting across more than 747,411 net sq. ft. of exhibit space. Following is a pictorial look at some of the highlights of this year’s show. Visit the Concrete channel on ForConstructionPros.com. for our exclusive coverage, including videos, news and major product announcements.

World of Concrete Hits 9-Year High

[VIDEO] World of Concrete Showcases Machines Designed for Value

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How Biden is Expected to Raise Taxes to Fight COVID-19 and Its Economic Battering

The 2017 tax act eroded US economic resources that are now necessary to rescue our economy from the impact of the pandemic's accompanying recession; here are some ways President Biden will propose to roll back some of its give-aways

Construction News Tracker: Biden Unveils $1.9B Coronavirus Relief Plan

Chao resignation clears top of US DOT for Pete Buttigieg, Biden picks Boston mayor and ex-construction-union leader Marty Walsh for Labor secretary, unemployment claims exceed 1M for the first time since July in first week of January

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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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There Are Hills to Climb Before Construction Industry Gets Back to "Normal"

For construction contractors, caution will be crucial continue to be crucial for the months ahead, but the COVID-19 relief bill does bring a bright spot.

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.

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Magni TH Range Designed to Fulfill Expectations

Magni introduced the TH Range, a new design featuring a leveling system with +/- 8 degree adjustments, a Deutz engine, flow share management and other distinct qualities.

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Manitowoc Potain Cranes Construct Italy’s First Zero-Energy Skyscraper

Manitowoc partners with contractor Colombo Costruzioni to construct the 120 meter GIOIA 22 'Shard of Glass' tower, a new zero-energy skyscraper in Porta Nuova, Milan, with the Potain MD 365 B L16 and the MD 208 A.

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Tadano America Corporation Introduces Empire Crane Company as an Authorized Distributor

Tadano America Corporation announced that Empire Crane Company, a long-time authorized distributor of Demag and Mantis cranes, is an authorized distributor for Tadano cranes in the northeastern United States.

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Riwal Delivers 100 Percent Electric JLG EC Boom Lifts

Riwal delivers its first 100 percent electric JLG EC boom lifts, the JLG EC450AJ, with a working height of 15.77 meters, and the JLG EC520AJ with a working height of 18 meters.

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Link-Belt Appoints Sandy Hammonds to Board of Directors

Sandy Hammonds, CFO and vice president of Finance for Link-Belt Cranes, was elected to Link-Belt Cranes’ board of directors during the January 2021 board meeting.

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Haulotte Updates Colors Signaling Graphic Coherence

Haulotte has implemented new colors; the yellow remains unchanged to provide cohesion, the usual light grey switches to a darker one to obtain a higher contrast, and all safety elements are now painted red for easy identification.

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Biden Pressured to Reconsider Revoking Keystone XL Pipeline Permit

More than 1,000 primarily union jobs will be lost following the cancellation of the controversial pipeline project.

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4 Factors That Will Affect Equipment Availability and Pricing in 2021

RDO Equipment's Dennis Howard offers some thoughts on what is going to affect equipment availability and pricing, and the industry as a whole, in the months ahead.

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Nonresidential Building Construction Forecast to Decline in 2021 with Recovery in 2022

New consensus forecast indicates ongoing weakness in construction activity in 2021 with growth in most major building sectors in 2022.

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Ditch Witch Announces New General Manager

Ditch Witch named Kevin Smith the general manager of the recently formed Ditch Witch division of the Toro Company to consolidate the businesses of Ditch Witch, Subsite Electronics, American Augers and Trencor into one organization.

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Construction Starts Weaker in December and Down 10% Year-over-year

Construction starts fell 5% in December and 10% year-over-year. Yet, Dodge Data & Analytics expects a slow recovery to emerge in 2021.

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Civil Contractors Believe Construction Market Will Rebound in 2021

More than half of civil contractors have high or very high confidence in the market’s ability to provide them with new business in the next 12 months.

A Sennebogen 840 M was used on a power plant project in Ohio, where barge loading operations required a heavier machine with longer reach.

Material Handlers Deliver Magnetic Performance on Demolition Projects

Adamo Group uses Sennebogen material handlers and magnets to clean up on demolition sites.