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Better Roads
5-Million-Pound Bridge Moved Slowly Into Place in Detroit (Video)
The bridge, which will be the first of its kind in the state, was transported at walking speed to its new home by remote control.
July 29, 2022
Contractor of the Year
From a Man and a Mower to a Family Construction Firm
Tompkins Excavating of New York grows to 25 employees and a second generation ready to take it to the next level.
July 27, 2022
Market Pulse
Report Shows High Optimism Among Construction Professionals
Ninety-nine percent in North America are optimistic about their organizations in 2022.
July 28, 2022
Better Roads
Strike Delaying Illinois Road Projects Comes to an End
The 300 union members voted unanimously on a three-year agreement that includes pay increases.
July 27, 2022
Better Roads
TxDOT Suspends Work on Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge Over Safety Concerns
The suspension affects the cable-stayed part of the replacement bridge being constructed over the ship channel.
July 27, 2022
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Big Iron Dealer
Volvo CE Q2 Sales Flat Despite Strong Gains in the Americas
The manufacturer's sales are on par with last year thanks to strong gains in North and South America.
July 26, 2022
Market Pulse
Google Search for ‘Construction Recession’ Mirrors 2008 Levels, Report Says
Are fear and anxiety creeping into the construction industry? A new report says yes.
July 26, 2022
Market Pulse
Used Equipment Prices Cooling? Ritchie Bros. Sees Signs of Stabilization
After hitting record highs in June, the used market shows signs of peaking, new report says.
July 22, 2022
Better Roads
Historic Covered Bridge Hit 35 Times in 2 Years … to Truckers’ Woe
The wooden cover was destroyed and rebuilt in 2020. Now the bridge gets its revenge on unaware truck drivers.
July 22, 2022
Better Roads
Time-Lapse Video: Dish Soap Aids Utah’s Million-Pound Bridge Slide
The bridge was moved into place in under 4 hours. Check out this 1-minute time lapse of the slide.
July 20, 2022
Equipment
Cummins Promotes Jennifer Rumsey to President and CEO
She will be the seventh CEO and first woman to lead the company since it was founded in 1919.
July 19, 2022
Finance
Winning and Losing in a Higher Interest Rate Environment is Often a Matter of Perspective
It may be a long time before we get back to 2020 rates, if we ever do. Here's what that means as you look to finance equipment.
July 18, 2022
Better Roads
Ground Broken for I-69 Ohio River Crossing Between Kentucky, Indiana
The project marks the final I-69 connection between the two states.
July 18, 2022
The Dirt
Video: Silent Efficiency Killers Hiding in Your Construction Business Operations
Are you ignoring these red flags causing employee frustration and stalling growth? Check out this edition of The Dirt.
July 15, 2022
Business
Cybersecurity for Contractors, Part 3: Get Ready for CMMC 2.0, the Audit You May Soon Face
if you can’t prove you’re protected against cyber threats and intrusions you will eventually be barred from bidding on government work, including DOT, infrastructure and construction work.
July 15, 2022
Contractor of the Year
Arkansas Contractor Turns a Struggling Business Into a $14 Million Company (Video)
In 1953, Hartley Tucker bought a concrete company on the brink of financial ruin and turned it into a thriving family business. Find out how in this video.
July 14, 2022
Business
Cybersecurity for Contractors, Part 2: What To Do When You're Attacked
Unless you have your data backed up where the cyber-criminals cannot get to it, you will likely have to pay the ransom. But it can be negotiated.
July 14, 2022
Contractor of the Year
Nominations Open for 2023 Contractor of the Year award: Finalists Win a Trip to CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Submit your nomination by September 23. Twelve finalists will win a four-day, expense-paid trip to CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas. Details here.
July 13, 2022
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