Equify and Auction Customers Unite to Sponser a Veteran

Equify, a Fort Worth based equipment finance company, has several ties with the armed forces and as a company, continuously dedicates time and effort to supporting the military however they can. However, 2016 showed the heart of the company and their customers in a profound way. Over the course of 2016, Equify received several items donated by The Boot Campaign to run through their auction events. Items such as combat boots signed by retired Navy Seal and Lone Survivor author, Marcus Luttrell and combat boots signed by Dallas Cowboys quarterback, Tony Romo. Equify had hopes of raising money, but managed to surpass all expectations, ultimately raising over $18,000 through the generous support and donations of their auction customers. A Kimber Custom II .45 acp Boot Campaign Edition custom gun, was repeatedly bid on, won and re-donated in order to raise more money. This item alone raised nearly all of the final donated amount. The Boot Campaign has assembled a dedicated team of experts, focused on the science of the brain of veterans. The difference with this approach is, they want to get to the root cause of what these veterans are experiencing in order to treat them, not just cover them up. The ability to treat each veteran as an individual gives them a better chance at surviving. Through the combined efforts of The Boot Campaign, Equify and their customer base, a veteran has now been sponsored and will soon receive diagnostics and brain treatment to combat TBI, PTS, insomnia, pain and addiction. No story of a veteran is the same, therefore no treatment plan is the same. Equify continues to raise money and awareness through involvement in programs like ReBoot and the Boot Campaign. The goal for 2017 will be, at the very least, to sponsor a second veteran. If you have items you wish to donate to have them auctioned off through Equify, please reach out to katydabbert@equifyllc.com. If you'd like to know more about The Boot Campaign and their ongoing efforts for veterans, please check their website at www.bootcampaign.org. Equify works directly with business owners and has discovered 5 pulse points of a healthy business. They have identified major weak points within the equipment based industr y and developed their Healthy Business Checklist to begin walking business owners through the process of strengthening their business. By tailoring a plan to fit business needs, Equify can strengthen your business as a one-stop-shop for finance, insurance, auctions and appraisals. Contact Information: Katy Dabbert Marketing Manager kdabbert@equifyllc.com 777 Main Street, Suite 3900 Fort Worth, TX 76102 (817) 490-6866 254 0 0 0 www.bootcampaign.org 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:46 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170126162144699 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-01-26 16:21:44 United Rentals Adds Chicago-Based Peer NES for Almost $1 Billion The deal includes a company that specializes in providing cranes and other aerial equipment to more than 18,000 industrial and nonresidential construction customers. Equipment rental giant United Rentals (URI) said late Wednesday it would acquire NES Rentals in a cash deal valued at about $965 million. Chicago-based NES specializes in providing cranes and other aerial equipment to more than 18,000 industrial and nonresidential construction customers. The company, which is majority-owned by private equity firm Diamond Castle Holdings, has 73 branches and about 1,100 employees spread mostly throughout the eastern half of the United States, generating Ebitda of $166 million on sales of $369 million in 2016. Stamford, Conn.-based United Rentals is a rollup founded by Bradley S. Jacobs, the current CEO of XPO Logistics (XPO), and was a prolific acquirer from 1997, when it was formed, into the late 2000s. In recent years, it has been more deliberate: This is the company's first major deal since its 2014 purchase of Beaumont, Texas-based National Pump for $780 million. The buyer in a statement said that the purchase of NES would increase its branch footprint and give it additional density in strategically important markets in the East Coast, Gulf States and Midwest. With the overlap United Rentals said there are "meaningful opportunities for cost synergies," as well as opportunities to strengthen customer relationships. "This exciting transaction will augment our revenue, earnings, Ebitda, free cash flow and overall scale, and expand our base of local and strategic accounts at a key point in the demand cycle, United Rentals CEO Michael Kneeland said in a statement. "In NES, we're acquiring a well-run operation that's primed to benefit from our technology, infrastructure and cross-selling capabilities." The agreement is not conditioned on any financing requirements, with United Rentals expected to use a combination of cash on hand, existing capacity under its ABL facility and newly issued debt to fund the purchase. New York-based Diamond Castle acquired then publicly traded NES in May 2006 for $850 million. The company, which had been created through 42 acquisitions, had a stay in bankruptcy in 2003-04 but emerged with its bondholders taking control in a debt-for-equity swap. The deal comes on the same day that United Rentals reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings and revenue on strong demand for its equipment. The company, the world's largest provider of heavy rental equipment, also boosted 2017 revenue forecasts to between $5.75 billion and $5.95 billion, ahead of what analysts were expecting. For the full story, visit http://url.ie/11o1s. 276 0 0 0 Conn.-based http://url.ie/11o1s 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:44 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170130100836945 149 0 NewProducts 2017-01-30 10:08:36 Allen Introduces the New AT14S Swivel Dump Track Buggy Paragould, Arkansas USA - Allen a leader in professional quality site prep and concrete finishing equipment, announced the debut of their newest track buggy. The AT14S is a swivel dump buggy that allows operator to place materials with precision. The AT14S is the newest buggy in the Allen lineup. It comes equipped with a rugged track drive that will allow it to operate in conditions that wheel barrows and wheel buggies simply cannot. It is also equipped with a swivel buggy that allows the operator to turn the bucket 90º in either direction from center to provide maximum precision while placing materials. AT14S standard features include: 20 hp Honda GX630 Gasoline Engine Travels speeds up to 6 mph for greater job site efficiency Steel bucket for maximum durability 33" Width allows the buggy to fit through tight areas Engine cover folds back to provide convenient acces to engine, gas tank, battery and filters Come see the AT14S alongside other Allen equipment at The Rental Show in Orlando, FL from February 27 - March 1 in Booth #5738. Allen Engineering Corporation (AEC) is headquartered in Paragould, Arkansas USA. The company designs, engineers, manufactures and markets concrete and related equipment with a number one goal of Total Customer Satisfaction. AEC is a family-owned, American provider of high quality equipment that is sold and rented through a network of dealers and rental centers around the world. For more information, visit the AEC website at www.alleneng.com. Contact: Erin McDuff emcduff@alleneng.com 819 S 5th St Paragould, Arkansas 870-761-4875 299 0 0 0 www.alleneng.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:49 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170130105328968 149 0 NewProducts 2017-01-30 10:53:28 Allen Introduces the New 255T4 Triple Roller Tube Paver Paragould, Arkansas USA - Allen a leader in professional quality site prep and concrete placing and finishing equipment, announced the debut of their newest form riding paver. The 255T4 is a high production, triple roller tube paver that is great for concrete streets, parking lots, shoulders, ramps, approaches, airfields and more. The Allen 255T4 is a Tier 4 Final diesel powered paver that can do the work of larger more expensive pavers in many applications. This paver is easy to transport and setup due to having a lighter weight than traditional slip-form pavers. The 255T4 also supports our optional gang vibration system which helps properly consolidate the concrete during the paving process. 255T4 standard features include: 49.5 hp Hatz 4H50TIC (T4F) Diesel engine Three precision engineered and level-tested roller tubes Heavy duty sectionalized over-head truss system provides rigidity while allowing easy width changes Spray system allows fogging of screeding tubes and also useful for quick clean up Easy-to-use controls make operator training simple Come see the 255T4 alongside other Allen equipment at Con-Expo / Con-Agg in Las Vegas, NV from March 7 - 11 in Booth #B7213. Allen Engineering Corporation (AEC) is headquartered in Paragould, Arkansas USA. The company designs, engineers, manufactures and markets concrete and related equipment with a number one goal of Total Customer Satisfaction. AEC is a family-owned, American provider of high quality equipment that is sold and rented through a network of dealers and rental centers around the world. For more information, visit the AEC website at www.alleneng.com. Contact: Erin McDuff emcduff@alleneng.com 819 S 5th St Paragould, Arkansas 870-761-4875 288 0 0 0 www.alleneng.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:28 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170206102623912 149 0 ASSOCNEWS 2017-02-06 10:26:23 Northeast Asphalt Wins Top National Pavement Award Work on STH 26 earns honors for WisDOT Northeast Region Madison, WI – The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) announced this week that Northeast Asphalt Inc. of Greenville, Wis., is the winner of the 2016 Sheldon G. Hayes Award for excellence in construction of an asphalt pavement. The award, bestowed annually since 1971, recognizes the country's highest quality highway pavement. The company received its award on Wednesday, February 1st at a ceremony during the association's 62th Annual Meeting in Orlando, Fla. Northeast Asphalt Inc., a Walbec Group company, and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Northeast Region were named the winner for Northeast Asphalt's work on State Trunk Highway (STH) 26 from Waupun to Rosendale. "This is a great national spotlight for our member companies and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) considering that only one award is earned annually," said Brandon Strand, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Asphalt Pavement Association (WAPA). "This is actually our second Hayes Award in the last three years further proving that Wisconsin contractors are some of the very best in the country." The 16-mile stretch of construction included various road widenings, the reshaping of twelve intersections, fifteen culvert crossings, and a full realignment of the highway. Two pilot requirements were in place during the entire project – a Quality Management Program special provision to pulverize and relay base density and a high-recycle material test section. As a result, the $11 million investment in the STH 26 project rejuvenated the service life of the existing highway and provided a safer, smoother road. The efficiency of the two pilot programs combined with the high quality driving surface earned Northeast Asphalt the distinction of winning this year's Sheldon G. Hayes Award. "To be awarded the highest honor in asphalt paving is truly humbling," said Chris Winiecki, Director of Technical Services for the Walbec Group. "This is the result of exceptional collaboration between WisDOT and industry in the design phase, coupled with a high degree of skill and attention to detail by all the men and women involved in the field construction." The Sheldon G. Hayes Award winner and finalists are determined through a rigorous two-year evaluation process. Any highway pavement project using more than 50,000 tons of asphalt is eligible for consideration. Initially, the project must win a Quality in Construction (QIC) Award, which is determined by numerical scores given by pavement engineers at the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) on the basis of how well the contractor met specifications and achieved density on the finished pavement. All the pavements that meet a benchmark figure earn a QIC Award. The year after a project wins a QIC Award; it is eligible for consideration for the Sheldon G. Hayes Award. The top-ranked projects from each year are tested for smoothness, and then visually inspected by an independent pavement consultant with many years of experience in the industry. This year, the evaluators praised all the candidates for their high-quality construction practices, which resulted in smooth, safe, and durable pavements. About WAPA "Asphalt. Wisconsin rides on us." Established in 1948, WAPA is a statewide, non-profit organization representing the interests of the asphalt industry. WAPA members serve the Wisconsin DOT, counties, municipalities, towns, commercial, and private customers. WAPA’s mission is to keep asphalt the number one choice for pavements by building roads in a safe, environmentally friendly, and cost- effective manner that is in the best interest of the customer and the state. For more information, please visit www.wispave.orgor contact Brandon at strand@wispave.org 259 0 0 0 www.wispave.org strand@wispave.org 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:39 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170214105305918 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-02-14 10:53:05 2017 Iowa Auctioneers Association Convention Advertising Contest Winner Des Moines, IA – This year's Iowa Auctioneers Association annual convention was jam-packed with classes, competition and camaraderie. The Iowa Auctioneers Association awarded Jeff Martin Auctioneers, Inc., Represented by: Ryan Reed, as winner of the advertising contest for website advertising. The advertising contest competitions were held at their annual convention on February 3-5, 2017 at the Airport Holiday Inn in Des Moines, Iowa. Jeff Martin Auctioneers, Inc would like to thank the Iowa Auctioneers Association for this wonderful honor! The Iowa Auctioneers Association was established in 1949 to enhance the skills, knowledge, professionalism, and image of all Iowa auctioneers; while seeking to elevate the standards of the auction industry and promote a good public image. For more information about the Iowa Auctioneers Association please go to www.iowaauctioneers.org. 146 0 0 0 www.iowaauctioneers.org 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:05 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170216111119391 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-02-16 11:11:19 Verizon Acquires Skyward to Simplify Drone Operations and Reduce Complexity for Businesses We started Skyward four years ago with a dream of bringing commercial drone operators the tools they need to safely access the sky. Now, people in over 40 countries rely on Skyward to power drone programs in industries like construction, industrial inspection, media, insurance, real estate, mining, precision agriculture, and more. Skyward’s drone operations management platform combined with Verizon’s network, reliability, trusted brand, and expertise in building enterprise solutions will help us deliver the solutions our customers need faster than ever before. So what does this mean for Skyward customers? To start, we will continue to focus on making our products easier, faster, and more efficient. Our mission will stay the same: to power safe, efficient commercial drone operations so you can maximize the value that drones bring to your business. For our current users, you won’t have to change a thing—we will continue to do business as usual. And stay tuned, we have a lot in store for you. Onward, Upward, and Skyward! Mariah Scott and Jonathan Evans Co-Presidents of Skyward, A Verizon Company Read the full press release 174 0 0 0 Read the full press rel... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:19 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170216131850447 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-02-16 13:18:50 Felling Trailers, Inc.’s Advanced Design I Series (SAUK CENTRE, MINNESOTA, Feb. 16th, 2017) – Felling Trailers, Inc.'s Engineering Team has been working diligently on an advanced design for the I Series model line. Officially released on February 7th, 2017, this leading-edge design incorporates additional standard features, structural strength, and ease of operator use. Along with this, the production processes of the I Series have become more streamlined, increasing efficiencies and reducing production time. Advanced Standard Specifications: Hitch Plate – The design of the hitch plate area has been simplified to reduce the number of welds needed in production, which adds integrity and strength in final construction. Tailboard – The tailboard incorporates a (4) four tail light LED system, and the structure of the tailboard delivers ideal placement of the light system along with safeguarding it from damage when loading/unloading equipment. The new tailboard design also offers a level transition onto rear deck boards when loading and extends the deck life. Ramps – An additional (2) two inches has been added to the ramp width, providing an 18" center gap between ramps. Tongue Area – Maintains space and capacity to accommodate a range of toolbox sizes. For more information, visit www.felling.com or call 1.800.245.2809. About Felling Trailers, Inc. Felling Trailers is a family owned and operated full line trailer manufacturer located in Central Minnesota that was started in 1974 by Mr. Merle J. Felling. Felling Trailers, Inc. has grown from a small shop to two factory and office complexes that today cover over 250,000 square feet. Felling Trailers currently manufactures over 4,500 trailers a year ranging from a 3,000 lb utility trailer to a 120,000 lb hydraulic gooseneck trailer, and its standard trailer line includes over 220 models. Felling's pride and differentiation is its customized trailer division. Their engineers utilize the latest industry leading design techniques along with their experienced metal craftsmen and cutting edge technology to turn its customers' conceptual trailer needs into a tangible product. Felling Trailers' current capabilities allow them to provide a high-quality product that is distributed across North America and internationally. For more information, you can visit them on the web at www.felling.com, or follow them on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn. 163 0 0 0 www.felling.com www.felling.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:54 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 2017022308261894 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-02-23 08:26:18 Felling to Offer Lifetime Warranty (SAUK CENTRE, MINNESOTA, Feb. 22nd, 2017) – Felling Trailers, Inc. is set to implement a new Lifetime Limited Warranty on its trailers, effective March 1st, 2017. The new warranty will apply to all new trailers built on or after the effective date in lieu of its previous offering of a 5-year Structural Warranty. Felling Trailers has been providing innovative solutions to the transportation industry for over 40-years and has become known as a manufacturer of quality trailers. Along with a quality product, Felling Trailers wanted to be sure to put its customers' needs and expectations at the forefront and offer an industry best warranty. "At Felling Trailers, Inc. our goal is to meet and exceed our customers' expectations. Our Lifetime Limited Warranty vastly surpasses anything else in the marketplace." said Pat Jennissen, VP of Sales Marketing for Felling Trailers, Inc. For more detailed information pertaining to Felling Trailers’ Lifetime Limited Warranty visit https://www.felling.com/partsserver/warranty/ or call 1.800.245.2809. About Felling Trailers, Inc.Felling Trailers is a family owned and operated full line trailer manufacturer located in Central Minnesota that was started in 1974 by Mr. Merle J. Felling. Felling Trailers, Inc. has grown from a small shop to two Felling to Offer Lifetime Warranty factory and office complexes that today cover over 250,000 square feet. Felling Trailers currently manufactures over 4,500 trailers a year ranging from a 3,000 lb utility trailer to a 120,000 lb hydraulic gooseneck trailer, and its standard trailer line includes over 220 models. Felling's pride and differentiation is its customized trailer division. Their engineers utilize the latest industry leading design techniques along with their experienced metal craftsmen and cutting edge technology to turn its customers' conceptual trailer needs into a tangible product. Felling Trailers' current capabilities allow them to provide a high-quality product that is distributed across North America and internationally. For more information, you can visit them on the web at www.felling.com, or follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. 177 0 0 0 https://www.felling.com... www.felling.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:18 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170223135001741 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-02-23 13:50:01 Lifting Gear Hire - Air Winches Rental A customer at the Nebraska City Station needed to pull a conveyor belt back into place. In order to do so, they called LGH and rented an 11,000 lb air winch. Click here to view our full selection of air winches. 151 0 0 0 Click here 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:01 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170223135122560 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-02-23 13:51:22 Lifting Gear Hire - Polyester Round Sling Inspection In this video, LGH's Patrick Clark walks you through how to utilize a polyester round sling, how to select the proper round sling and offers a few tips on inspecting the sling prior to use. For more tips follow our blog: http://blog.lgh-usa.com/ 171 0 0 0 https://www.youtube.com... https://www.youtube.com... http://blog.lgh-usa.com/ 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:02 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170223152250706 149 0 NewParts 2017-02-23 15:22:50 Fumoto® Releases New Valve Type for CATERPILLAR Acert engines Fumoto's new T212R and T212RNS are the latest of their innovative engine oil drain valves to hit the market. These new T-Series valves (The T-Series is Fumoto's premier line of heavy duty valves) are made specifically for the Caterpillar Acert engine oil pan and fit models such as the C-13 and C-15 Acert. Single piece installation (you no longer need the ADP-205 adapter) Compact design (reduced profile; simpler installation) Made specifically to fit any of the CAT Acert engines Fumoto continues to lead the industry in supplying high quality, long-lasting engine oil drain valves and they have become a staple for engine oil drain maintenance world-wide. For more information or technical questions call 1-800-918-3406. You can also learn more by visiting http://www.fumotousa.com/caterpillar.php 176 0 0 0 http://www.fumotousa.co... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:50 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170227125657893 149 0 TransportationIndust 2017-02-27 12:56:57 Fort Myer Construction provides paving fit for president Trump First published on www.WorldHighways.com Today, the new US president Donald Trump will be driven triumphantly down Washington D.C.'s famous Pennsylvania Avenue. "The Donald" had a bumpy ride from time to time on his campaign trail to the Oval Office. But the 70-year-old businessman-turned national leader won't experience any bumps during his historic ride this afternoon, thanks to Fort Myer Construction. Every four years, Fort Myer Construction has the opportunity to provide milling and paving along Pennsylvania Avenue for the District Department of Transportation to prepare the route for Inauguration Day when the new president is sworn into office. ZOOM Fort Myer Construction used a 9.5mm PG70-22 warm mix asphalt This past November, Fort Myer Construction tackled the project again. When not hosting presidential motorcades, Pennsylvania Avenue - often-called America's Main Street – is accommodating countless official parades and processions, as well as protest marches. For normal working people, it is also a major commuter route and is part of the National Highway System. Fort Myer Construction again had the welcome opportunity to pave the avenue because the company is a subcontractor to Capital Paving which was performing all asphalt operations under the National Highway Systems (NHS) routes contract. This contains a "task order" to resurface Pennsylvania Avenue every four years. ZOOM Wirtgen, Caterpillar and BOMAG machinery were called up for duty Fort Myer, founded in 1972, is a leading contractor in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, focusing on an array of infrastructure construction disciplines. The company owns and operates two asphalt plants to supply customers annually with several thousand tonnes of federal- and state-approved mixes. Importantly, since Fort Myer is the outfit that owns two asphalt plants in the District of Columbia, the company could provide their own asphalt for this job. This was critical to ensure the project remained ahead of schedule and allowed the paving team to reschedule and schedule quick deliveries of asphalt due to weather changes. Fort Myer's experience over the years has counted. "We have been either the prime contractor or subcontractor on this contract since 2008," says Bradley Gardner, general superintendent of the company's asphalt division. To begin the Pennsylvania Ave. project, the road was first milled using multiple Wirtgen W200i milling machines in an echelon fashion, explains Gardner. After milling, brick crosswalks were covered with plastic, then sand was spread on top of the plastic. Curb and gutter were also covered with sand prior to paving. This was done to preserve existing structures along the historical route. Fort Myer used a 9.5mm PG70-22 warm mix asphalt for paving. "The mix was determined based on the thickness of the lift (nearly 3.2cm) and the temperature during this time of year," says Gardner. "Only one lift was done to complete this job." In total, the project required roughly 5,200tonnes of asphalt and was paved using a 3m Caterpillar AP1055F track paver and two 2.4m track pavers AP655E, AP655F and one 2.4m rubber tyre paver AP600D. All four pavers were working in echelon formation. The pavement was compacted using BOMAG BW161 rollers for breakdown and a BOMAG BW138 for finish rolling. The project took six business days to complete - with no weekend work. 174 0 0 0 www.WorldHighways.com ZOOM ZOOM 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:57 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170228110522499 149 0 InternationalNews 2017-02-28 11:05:22 U.S. News World Report Names Iowa #6 Best State (DES MOINES)–Today, U.S. News World Report released their 2017 "Best States" ranking and ranked Iowa as the 6th "Best State" in the country.  "Best States" is a unique rankings and news analysis platform designed to inform citizens, business leaders and policymakers alike about what's working and what needs improvement across the country. The site includes rankings that measure the 50 states overall and across seven different categories: education, health care, government, infrastructure, economy, opportunity and crime corrections. The rankings are derived from 68 metrics and tens of thousands of data points. Among a few highlights, Iowa ranked: No. 1 for health care affordability No. 1 for high school graduation rate No. 1 for power grid reliability No. 6 for opportunity No. 7 for labor force participation The rankings are provided by McKinsey Company's Leading States Index. In calculating the rankings, categories were weighted based on a national "citizen experience" survey, conducted by McKinsey, that asked people to prioritize each subject in their state and provide their levels of satisfaction with government services. More information about the methodology can be found here. 171 0 0 0 6th "Best State" in the... here 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:13 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170228141650945 149 0 NewAttachments 2017-02-28 14:16:50 Road Widener LLC Releases New FH-R Model, Putting All Controls in the Hands of the Operator (Oconomowoc, WI) – Road Widener LLC, a road construction company specializing in skid steer attachments for state and municipal highway departments, road contractors and landscapers, announces the release of their new Road Widener model, FH-R. The FH-R model provides remote control convenience, with all controls in the hands of the operator. From shouldering to trench backfilling, the FH-R is for road contractors, DOTs, airports and municipalities, to name a few. The Road Widener FH-R skid steer attachment will let you reduce your operating costs for road work, other shouldering, trench work and landscaping. Other advantages of the FH-R remote control convenience include: Remote controlled shoe extension and slope Control belt direction and speed on remote Shoe float capability to accommodate various existing grades The new FH-R is the most flexible and portable road widener on the market. It offers the best cost/ton ratio for dispersing aggregate, when compared to traditional, large road wideners. The flexible Road Widener skid steer attachment is a must-have for state and municipal highway departments, road contractors and landscapers that are looking for greater operating efficiency and greater productivity in road shouldering and other aggregate dispersal. About Road Widener LLC: Road Widener LLC. was founded by two experienced road construction professionals. The founders used their extensive road construction experience to invent and design the skid steer attachment due a need and a lack of anything else like it in the market. Since the invention of the Road Widener, production has grown from a 2-car garage to a state of the art steel fabrication facility in Wisconsin. Road Widener LLC. continues to improve the existing line of attachments as well as design and create additional one of a kind products. 177 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:33 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170303130914562 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-03 13:09:14 Felling Revamps Pan Series Trailers (SAUK CENTRE, MINNESOTA, Feb. 23rd, 2017) – Felling Trailers, Inc. is proud to announce some enhancements to its Pan Series model line of trailers. The Pan Series trailers have always been known for offering one of the lowest load angles for a ramp trailer in the industry. In Felling's continuing effort to offer more value to our customers we have made the following features standard on the entire product line. Increasing the ramp width from 14" to 16". Standard dual tail lights Standard with EZ Lube Hubs For more information, visit www.felling.com or call 1.800.245.2809. About Felling Trailers, Inc. Felling Trailers is a family owned and operated full line trailer manufacturer located in Central Minnesota that was started in 1974 by Mr. Merle J. Felling. Felling Trailers, Inc. has grown from a small shop to two factory and office complexes that today cover over 250,000 square feet. Felling Trailers currently manufactures over 4,500 trailers a year ranging from a 3,000 lb utility trailer to a 120,000 lb hydraulic gooseneck trailer, and its standard trailer line includes over 220 models. Felling’s pride and differentiation is its customized trailer division. Their engineers utilize the latest industry leading design techniques along with their experienced metal craftsmen and cutting edge technology to turn its customers' conceptual trailer needs into a tangible product. Felling Trailers' current capabilities allow them to provide a high-quality product that is distributed across North America and internationally. For more information, you can visit them on the web at www.felling.com, or follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. 165 0 0 0 www.felling.com www.felling.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:12 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170308123446189 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-08 12:34:46 Vac-Tron Equipment has developed a new gamechanger in the Micro Trenching process. OKAHUMPKA, Fla., February 24th, 2016 - Micro Trenching is one of the installation methods being utilized by contractors to bring fiber networks to consumers. Micro Trenching is an installation method in which a narrow and relatively shallow trench is cut, usually on an asphalt roadway. Trench dimensions can range from .75 to 2.24 inches wide and 8 to 16 inches deep. While cutting, a vacuum system connected to the cutter wheel cleanly diverts and transports debris away from the worksite. Once the conduit is laid, the trench is backfilled with a grout compound. Advantages of Micro Trenching include minimal cutting width that boosts installation production, reduce costs of backfill, shallow depth placement which helps avoid encounters with existing utilities and jobsite cleanliness thanks to the vacuum spoil that removes debris. Vac-Tron Equipment has gone one step further in the cleanup process by developing a solution to micro trenching using a specialized in-tank filter (patent pending) inside the vacuum excavation unit’s debris tank. In most cases, the in-tank filter eliminates the need to add water to the micro trenching process and eliminates excessive material from reaching the cyclone separator. By using this filter, it will reduce the cleanup time during the trench run because there will be no need to stop and cleanout the cyclone or unclog the exit hose from debris tank due to caked material. Ultimately this will increase overall efficiency onsite. David Donohue of Vermeer Mid Atlantic says The Vac-Tron LP 573 SGT is the ideal vacuum for micro trenching, the high cfm's and low noise output made communication and productivity simple. David and Pfeiffer Enterprise Inc were demonstrating Vermeer's micro trenching equipment and Vac-Tron's LP SGT high cfm unit in Glen Bernie, MD in this photo. For more info visit www.vactron.com or call Vac-Tron at 1-352-728-2222. 186 0 0 0 www.vactron.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:27 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 2017031312014226 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-13 12:01:42 John Deere partners with Kespry to bring drones and aerial data to construction and forestry John Deere and Kespry announced at ConExpo an exclusive global strategic alliance through which John Deere Construction Forestry dealers will provide the Kespry Aerial Intelligence System to their customers on job sites around the world. Starting in North America, the alliance enables John Deere customers to use Kespry's fully integrated industrial drone platform to capture topographic data in minutes with survey-grade accuracy. "This technology will help our dealers offer a seamless workflow to site development and road building contractors from project planning through grading dirt," said Andrew Kahler, product marketing manager, John Deere WorkSight. "The data gathered from the Kespry system will help our customers and equipment operators make decisions that reduce costs and improve productivity as they optimize the job site and spend less time on jobs." Founded in 2013, Kespry delivers a fully automated drone system that takes off, flies a designated flight path and lands without operator intervention. With the Kespry Drone 2s now available across the John Deere network, customers can create a mission with the touch of a finger, then capture, analyze and share survey-grade data and insights. "Our relationship with John Deere will accelerate the adoption of drone solutions in industrial markets and will rapidly change how business is done in construction, road building and other industrial sectors," said George Mathew, chairman and CEO of Kespry. "These advanced aerial intelligence systems are already changing the face of work in industrial markets as surveyors and contractors are able to retool their skill sets for this increasingly connected world." John Deere chose Kespry based on its interoperability with John Deere WorkSight technologies and ease of use for customers. The agreement between the two companies includes Kespry working with John Deere dealers to train and certify them in the use of the Kespry 2s platform. Kespry develops all the hardware, software and cloud services that deliver a solution from field to finish. It is a leading aerial intelligence platform provider and is transforming how organizations capture, analyze and share business insights. The Kespry Drone 2s flies autonomously, without manual piloting, and uses sensors to avoid obstacles. To help customers operating in congested areas, the new Kespry Drone 2s is the first automated drone system that includes an on-board LiDAR sensor that automatically detects and avoids obstacles such as trees, cranes and buildings. The post-processed data are accessible from anywhere in the world through a web interface, allowing customers to access real-time 3D renderings, volumetric analysis and data export features with the click of a button. The drone-collected data can then be exported from the Kespry cloud to a number of common modeling packages including AGTEK Earthwork 4D, another endorsed John Deere solution to perform 3D model overlays, cut/fill maps, bidding and takeoff procedures. 178 0 0 0 Kespry 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:42 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170313122706478 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-13 12:27:06 Indeco expects significant growth in US attachment market First published on CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 Daily News Italian attachment manufacturer Indeco is poised to meet a significant rise in demand in the US market. "There is definitely room for growth here," said Indeco marketing and commercial director Michele Vitulano. "Look at the grab: it's just starting to be used in the US." Then there is President Donald Trump's proposed multi-billion dollar infrastructure plan. "In the past 30 years in the US, nothing has been done," Vitulano said. "They need to start again and reinvest in this country." ZOOM Indeco's Michele Vitulano: "This is a dynamic market." Indeco's market and market share has been growing in the States over the past decade so that it is now the number two supplier. US sales account for over half of the company's turnover. "In our niche industry, the crisis in the US came earlier. In 2005-06 there was a big drop in hydraulic hammers and attachments sold in the US; after that the US market was recovering pretty quickly and the European market was dead," said Vitulano. Indeco's US business is based in Connecticut and has a manufacturing facility which currently makes hydraulic compactors. "The idea is to look at the possibility of doing more manufacturing in the US," he added. "We made a big investment 10 years ago; it is a huge premises and we have room to grow." Vitulano hints that he wants to extend the company's range of products, though he doesn't know yet whether this will be through acquisition or through direct investment in product development. "This is a dynamic market," he suggested. "We need to understand what changes are taking place and what our opportunities and obstacles will be in the future." Important product lines currently in the US are steel shears to service the huge number scrap and recycling yards and the manufacturer's boom system. "The dimensions of crushing plants here in the US are crazy, bigger than any other part of the world including Australia. The booms we make for the US market are like an excavator boom." 170 0 0 0 Indeco ZOOM http://www.worldhighway... http://www.worldhighway... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:24 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170313130001486 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-13 13:00:01 LiuGong's innovative loader lifts CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 First published on CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 Daily News LiuGong is unveiling an innovative new wheeled loader at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 that will increase efficiency for user. The firm's novel wheeled loader features a vertical lift configuration for its front end, allowing it to offer higher efficiency in truck loading applications. LiuGong's director of Test New Technology Ed Wagner said, "You can lift more with the same size of machine." The machine is built around a conventional articulating loader chassis, with most of the components common with the standard machine in the range and it also features a self-levelling Z-bar bucket linkage. However because this 20tonne machine features the vertical lift configuration it has a 16tonne tipping load, compared with a 12tonne tipping load for a conventional machine of the same weight. It can be fitted with a 4.3m3 bucket for truck loading and has a dump height of 3.5m, compared with the 3.37m3 bucket and 2.9m dump height of a conventional machine in the same weight class. The machine is best suited to stockpiling and truck loading applications. The key factor is that the machine is able to lift the load close to its centre of gravity, allowing it to raise a heavier bucket, rather than lifting at a greater distance which requires more power. Development work has still to be completed but the machine will be ready for the market at the end of 2017 and will be available with Tier 2, Tier 3 and Tier 4 Final engine options to suit the needs of the local market. Wagner said, "In the future there will be a whole range. The first one is the 20tonner but we will make machines that are smaller and larger." ZOOM LiuGong's novel wheeled loader offers high efficiency for truck loading The basic concept is simple and has been well-proven in the skid steer loader market, but this is the first time it has been used in a wheeled loader. With conventional radial lift arms the machine has a longer forward reach so it needs more weight at the rear to provide a counterbalance. However the vertical lift system lift straight up and as a result, requires less weight at the rear. Wagner explained that for truck loading, it means a smaller machine can be used for the same job and added, "With this I can take out around 40% of the machine weight." As driveline costs increase exponentially for wheeled loaders, being able to use a smaller machine also substantially reduces the pricetag for the customer for a given loading capacity. Fuel costs are notable lower as the machine has a reduced operating weight and LiuGong claims that the design can shift more material/kW than with a conventional radial lift machine, delivering more tonnes/hour for lower initial investment. Owning and operating costs are also lower than for conventional wheeled loader models. Although much of the componentry is standard, there are some differences and in addition to the special loader arm design the machine also has a slightly longer wheelbase than a standard machine. However Wagner said that the design work has ensured that its turning circle is as tight as possible and is not appreciably larger than a conventional unit. 233 0 0 0 LiuGong ZOOM http://www.worldhighway... http://www.worldhighway... https://www.youtube.com... https://www.youtube.com... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:48 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170322152125409 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-22 15:21:25 Caterpillar plows deeper into 3-D printing market with new partnership Dive Brief: Caterpillar has inked an agreement with FIT AG to 3-D print aluminum and titanium parts for the heavy equipment manufacturer, according to Engineering.com. The three-year deal will look to develop new additive manufacturing solutions for construction equipment. With offices in Germany and Boston, FIT AG previously sold its Netfabb 3-D printing software to Autodesk. Dive Insight: With the successful production of a 3-D printed excavator by Project AME unveiled at ConExpo, the race is on to adapt additive manufacturing technologies to the heavy equipment space. While still considered an early stage technology with just a handful of players producing proof-of-concept works, 3-D printing holds the possibility of using additive manufacturing for job site production of tools, machine parts or even operable heavy equipment. Companies like Apis Cor have been successful in downsizing the massive hardware footprint required by most 3-D print technologies, which have prevented the mobility necessary for wide-spread job site adoption. Apis Cor’s use of a crane arm, mobile 3-D printer to build a house in less than 24 hours shows the possibility of material and component creation for isolated job sites. The current FIT AG deal is not Caterpillar’s first foray into 3-D printing. In May of 2016, the company launched a 3-D printing and additive manufacturing accelerator lab at the Caterpillar Global Research Development Center in Mossville, IL. 144 0 0 0 Caterpillar FIT AG Engineering.com still considered an ear... Apis Cor build a house in less t... launched a 3-D printing... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:25 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170323112402163 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-23 11:24:02 2017 NAA Election: Candidate endorsements announced Ahead of the annual election to be held during the Annual Business Meeting in July, the NAA Nominating Committee has concluded its work for the 2017 election. A total of five candidates are endorsed for three positions – including vice president (two candidates), treasurer, and two director seats (two candidates). The following candidates will be running for election at the annual meeting on July 13 at the 68th International Auctioneers Conference and Show in Columbus, Ohio: Vice President Timothy Mast, CAI, AARE Darron Meares, CAI, BAS, MPPA Director Trisha Brauer, CAI, BAS David Whitley, CAI, CES Treasurer Thomas Rowell, CAI, AARE While the treasurer serves a two-year term, serving on the board is a three-year commitment for the Vice President and Directors. The Vice President serves a one-year term, ascends to the presidency the following year, then concludes service as Chairman of the Board. Directors may serve two, three-year terms. Two Directors are elected each year. Absentee ballots will be available on May 1, 2017, for members only, at auctioneers.org. Ballots must be received in the NAA office by 4 p.m. on Monday, July 3 in a sealed envelope with the member's name and member number on the outside of the envelope. Individuals who vote by absentee ballot and then decide they wish to vote in person may request their ballot be returned prior to the closing of the polls at the annual business meeting. The nominating committee's process for recognizing candidates consists of reviewing applications and interviewing each candidate. Detailed descriptions of each position as well as the qualifications, knowledge, and skills needed based on the competencies required for the board are outlined on the NAA website. Candidates are given until the end of February to complete and return an application to be considered to serve on the board. Per NAA Bylaws, up to two candidates per position may be endorsed by the committee. Candidates who do not receive an endorsement may still run for election by notifying NAA headquarters by April 1 to be included on absentee ballots. This year all candidates received the Committee's endorsement. Last fall, the NAA Board of Directors approved bylaw changes that allow an individual member of the board to seek a second consecutive term on the Board of Directors. The five-member Nominating Committee includes: Spanky Assiter, CAI, AARE, Chair, NAA Chairman of the Board; John Nicholls, AARE, AMM, NAA President; Janine Huisman, CAI, AMM, BAS, CAS, GPPA, EI Trustees, Vice Chair; J.J. Dower, CAI, AARE, AMM, CES, NAA Foundation President; and Jason Miller, CAI, State Representative from the Ohio Auctioneers Association. 124 0 0 0 Timothy Mast, CAI, AARE Darron Meares, CAI, BAS... Trisha Brauer, CAI, BAS David Whitley, CAI, CES Thomas Rowell, CAI, AARE 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:02 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170324131508417 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-24 13:15:08 Larson Electronics Lights to be Featured on Marvel's The Tick Outside of the industrial market, Larson Electronics products have attracted several iconic projects on the big screen. Our lights, known for their eye-catching, rugged builds, will be featured on a new Marvel TV show: The Tick! Other superhero movies that previously showcased our line of industrial fixtures include The Hulk, The Avengers and Batman versus Superman. The light that will be displayed on The Tick is our explosion proof fluorescent, tube-style fixture (EPL-48-2L-T8-SFC). With IP67 waterproof protection and Class I/II, Divisions 1 2 ratings, this unit is designed to withstand the roughest of rough environments, including movie sets that facilitate wild superhero stunts. The sleek, extremely photogenic luminary can be found in commercial paint spray facilities, oil rigs and refineries, food processing plants and other hazardous work sites. What makes this light really stand out is its versatile mounting features (pendant or surface) and cutting-edge reflectors. For those looking for an energy efficient alternative, we also carry an LED version. The LED version (EPL-48-2L-LED) reduces wattage consumption by up to 50 percent (from approximately 108 watts to 56 watts) and boasts a lifespan of 50,000+ hours! Find out what makes our customers and movie producers tick; check out both versions of the light below and make them yours today! 278 0 0 0 EPL-48-2L-T8-SFC EPL-48-2L-LED http://www.larsonelectr... http://www.larsonelectr... http://www.larsonelectr... http://www.larsonelectr... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:49 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170329090329116 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-29 09:03:29 APEX XA500 APPLICATOR Originally created by one of the industry's leading contractors, APEX Applicators are professionally designed, manufactured, and supported by a team that has global experience in hydro seeding and environmental spray on applications. APEX is designed for material versatility, durability, extremely low maintenance, and a long life cycle. The APEX XA5000 has a tank capacity of 4,740 gallons with two powerful, variable speed, hydraulically driven agitators. Each component provides maximum life, minimum maintenance, and increases operator productivity. The features of the APEX XA5000 include a stainless steel mixing tank with corrosion reducing materials for the tank top and working platform. The unit features a raised loading hatch, a fully enclosed engine compartment, an innovatively designed hydraulic design that maximizes efficiency while eliminating the high maintenance demands of traditional hydraulic systems. The innovative APEX power pack design is removable, replaceable, and upgradable to extend the life of your tank while keeping up with the latest technologies and requirements for engines and pumps. Both Tier 3 and Tier 4F Cummins engines are available. APEX Applicators feature a Vortex slurry pump that discharges a wide variety of materials without modifications to the pump or adjusting the mixing instructions of mulch manufacturers and allows maximumemptying of the slurry tank. APEX Applicators are supported by an industry best 15 year protection against tank corrosion, 3 year hydraulic components and 2 year engine warranty. Each member of the APEX team has over 10 years of experience in the environmental equipment industry. We understand and work to fill the specific requirements of project sites and contractors. At APEX we have demonstrated, started up, or supported equipment in the spray-on market in over 35 countries and have worked with materials and equipment on landfills, mines, highways, airports, pipelines, golf courses, agriculture sites, oil and gas fields, wind farms, quarries, solar fields, resource stock piles, railway lines, resorts, and post fire rehabilitation. We are sensitive to the time demands of our customers and provide the highest quality products and support. APEX is truly Around the World and Around the Clock. 135 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:29 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170329164731713 149 0 NewAttachments 2017-03-29 16:47:31 Road Widener LLC Releases New FH-R Model, Putting All Controls in the Hands of the Operator (Oconomowoc, WI) – Road Widener LLC, a road construction company specializing in skid steer attachments for state and municipal highway departments, road contractors and landscapers, announces the release of their new Road Widener model, FH-R. The FH-R model provides remote control convenience, with all controls in the hands of the operator. From shouldering to trench backfilling, the FH-R is for road contractors, DOTs, airports and municipalities, to name a few. The Road Widener FH-R skid steer attachment will let you reduce your operating costs for road work, other shouldering, trench work and landscaping. Other advantages of the FH-R remote control convenience include: Remote controlled shoe extension and slope Control belt direction and speed on remote Shoe float capability to accommodate various existing grades The new FH-R is the most flexible and portable road widener on the market. It offers the best cost/ton ratio for dispersing aggregate, when compared to traditional, large road wideners. The flexible Road Widener skid steer attachment is a must-have for state and municipal highway departments, road contractors and landscapers that are looking for greater operating efficiency and greater productivity in road shouldering and other aggregate dispersal. For more information and specs read the new FH-R model brochure About Road Widener LLC: Road Widener LLC. was founded by two experienced road construction professionals. The founders used their extensive road construction experience to invent and design the skid steer attachment due a need and a lack of anything else like it in the market. Since the invention of the Road Widener, production has grown from a 2-car garage to a state of the art steel fabrication facility in Wisconsin. Road Widener LLC. continues to improve the existing line of attachments as well as design and create additional one of a kind products. 156 0 0 0 FH-R model brochure 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:31 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170330104307469 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-30 10:43:07 VMAC PROMOTES STUART COKER TO DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS NANAIMO,BC - March 30th, 2017 - VMAC is pleased to announce Stuart Coker has accepted the position of Director of Operations. Responsible for providing leadership and management of VMAC's production, execution and planning of manufacturing operations, the Director of Operations position will empower Stuart to play a vital role in VMAC's journey for continuous improvement. Stuart began his career at VMAC almost 20 years ago, and has worked in various quality and engineering roles. Early in his tenure at VMAC, Stuart led a team of engineers on a project for Lincoln Electric to develop the Air Vantage 500 which combined the functions of a Welder, Generator and Air Compressor. Prior to this most recent promotion Stuart gained valuable experience in other positions including Quality Engineer and Quality Engineering Manager. Most recently, as the Director of Operational Excellence, he focused on optimizing organizational efficiency while fostering a positive work environment and maintaining lean methodology. "Stuart's dedication and ongoing commitment to VMAC for the past 17 years is exemplary", says Jim Hogan, President of VMAC. "We couldn't be happier that he has accepted this role." "I'm honoured to be given this opportunity, and I look forward to helping VMAC continue to grow and develop with our customers", says Stuart. "We're just beginning our lean journey, and there's lots of opportunity to refine our manufacturing operations even further. Continuing to offer a world-class product to our customers is our number one priority." To download a high res photo click here. About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada. By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. Media Contact Anne Fortin Digital Marketing Specialist Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 anne_fortin@vmacair.com 145 0 0 0 click here VMAC Lifetime Warranty anne_fortin@vmacair.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:07 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170330112853706 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-03-30 11:28:53 Aspen Equipment named new PALFINGER PAL Pro Mechanic's Trucks Distributor BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (March 30, 2017)—Aspen Equipment announced today that it has become an authorized sales and service provider for the PALFINGER line of PAL Pro Mechanics Bodies and PSC Service Cranes in Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska. True crane bodies designed for mobile heavy equipment service providers, PAL Pro Mechanics Trucks are built specifically to handle forces applied by the crane. This product range includes the newest 39,000 ft. lbs. capacity model from PALFINGER: PAL Pro 39. Available in 9' and 11' standard configurations for class 4 – 5 trucks, PAL Pro 39 is equipped with new light-weight aluminum door structures and designs. It offers weight saving benefits, increased payload capacity and – like all PAL Pro bodies – exceptional rust protection. Todd Foster, Aspen Equipment VP of Sales and Marketing says, "We feel that the state of the art cranes from PALFINGER, combined with their forward thinking production methods and automotive quality coating processes, are critical elements to the long term success of our partnership. Staying in front of the curve gives PALFINGER a competitive advantage and allows us to provide our customers with the best solutions in the industry." Brian Heffron, National Sales Manager for Omaha Standard Palfinger comments, "Aspen Equipment has a great reputation and is very progressive about service and quality. Aspen is also a good fit for us in the territory, as they are already a PALFINGER knuckle boom crane distributor who has been selling, servicing and stocking parts since 2011." The proactive territory managers of Aspen Equipment are pleased to offer their network of mobile service providers an excellent service solution with PALFINGER-built PAL Pro Mechanic's Trucks. About Aspen Equipment With roots going back to 1926, Aspen Equipment Co. has been owned and operated by the Sill family for three generations. Aspen Equipment sells, rents and services commercial equipment (dump bodies, crane/boom trucks, light trucks, air compressors, railroad equipment, snow ice removal products) for federal, state and local governments, railroads, utilities and construction trades. For more information, visit www.aspenequipment.com. 188 0 0 0 www.aspenequipment.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:36 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170403091245202 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-03 09:12:45 The loss of a legend - Wes Tobin Central Appalachia and many in the truck equipment business are mourning the loss of a legend. Wes Tobin, of Pikeville, KY, 95, died Friday, March 17, 2017. He dedicated many years of his life to servicing customers and equipment in the mining business. Even at the age of 90, he was still one of the first people to be called when a service truck needed parts or a new truck was planned. "He was an elderly man that knew just about anything and everything about service trucks and lube trucks...after 15 minutes with him...I noticed that I was the one that had no idea," said Bill Jones, former Equipment Manager for Revelation Energy, about their 20 year friendship. As a customer of Tobin's, they came to expect him to not only answer his phone in the middle of the night, but to deliver the part before sunrise as well. In many instances, Tobin would help install the part with no bill for labor. While some people get fired for sleeping on the job, it was a sign of devotion to see Wes asleep in his truck on the job, just in case the new "grease truck" or "tool truck" had a problem during the first night shift run. If one traveled with Tobin, the appointments were often scheduled around the towns that offered the best senior citizens center lunches. Appointments took longer than usual, because everyone on the jobsite had to stop over to check in with Wes. Nearly everyone involved with mining in the Central Appalachia knew of Wes. If you had not purchased from him, your grandfather, father, or other relation had dealt with him. And chances are, Wes had gotten one of those people out of a jam in the middle of the night. "He was the most well-known and respected individual in mining by manufacturers, suppliers, and especially by his customers...[We] greatly benefitted from the impact he made on the industry..." said Jason Ritchey, President/Owner of Curry Supply Company. As a competitor, the last thing one wanted to see was that overloaded red Chevy diesel truck pull in or out of a job site. Because not only did everyone prefer to deal with Wes due to his past experiences, chances were that he had the part they needed in the back of that truck. However, at the 2012 retirement party for "The Legend" in Pikeville, many of the attendees were his competitors. We all knew what it was like trying to sell against Wes, because we all did it. Not very successfully, but we did it. I was fortunate enough to also get the opportunity to work with Wes for many years. His true passion for the equipment and devotion to the customer was not a sales front, but his way of doing business. His favorite expression was that you need to kill the customer with kindness. For those of us who worked with Wes, we were blessed with knowing a true legend in this industry. For those who didn't, rest assured that the expectations for selling equipment and services are set much higher than before he entered into this industry. Thank you, Wes Tobin, for raising the bar for all of us. Jeran Pollock, V.P. Sales, Elliott Machine Works, Inc. 172 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:41 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170405084139805 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-05 08:41:39 Rapp Joins the Felling Trailers, Inc. Team (SAUK CENTRE, MINNESOTA, April 4th, 2017) – Felling Trailers Inc., an industrial and commercial trailer manufacturer has announced that Mark Rapp recently joined its organization. Mark Rapp now serves as a Product Manager for Felling Trailers' Utility and Telecom Products. Mark comes to the company with more than a decade of sales and support experience dealing with investor-owned utilities, public utilities, cooperatives, contractors, government agencies and more. Rapp previously worked in the transport industry for a specialized trailer manufacturer with a strong focus on the utility and telecom markets. While there, Mark helped to develop and grow their Pole and Reel trailer product lines. Along with being a major contributor in growing the business revenue, Mark managed accounts of some of the largest investor-owned utilities in the United States. Now with Felling Trailers, Rapp will be responsible for developing and improving the technical and marketing aspects of Felling's existing Utility and Telecom product lines. Initially, he will be working closely with Felling's Engineering Team to refine and further develop their Utility and Telecom product lines. Rapp is glad to be part of the Felling Trailers' team. "I have been looking to be part of a company where continuous improvement, dedication, innovation and commitment to quality customer service are a company's core values, not an option. I feel I have found that here at Felling," said Rapp. "Mark has a lot of industry/product knowledge, and I believe he will be an asset to our Team as we continue to grow our market share in the Utilities and Telecom niches," said Patrick Jennissen, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Felling Trailers. For more information, visit www.felling.com or call 1.800.245.2809. About Felling Trailers, Inc. Felling Trailers is a family owned and operated full line trailer manufacturer located in Central Minnesota that was started in 1974 by Mr. Merle J. Felling. Felling Trailers, Inc. has grown from a small shop to two factory and office complexes that today cover over 250,000 square feet. Felling Trailers currently manufactures over 4,500 trailers a year ranging from a 3,000 lb utility trailer to a 120,000 lb hydraulic gooseneck trailer, and its standard trailer line includes over 240 models. Felling's pride and differentiation is its customized trailer division. Their engineers utilize the latest industry leading design techniques along with their experienced metal craftsmen and cutting edge technology to turn its customers' conceptual trailer needs into a tangible product. Felling Trailers' current capabilities allow them to provide a high-quality product that is distributed across North America and internationally. For more information, you can visit them on the web at www.felling.com, or follow them on twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. 156 0 0 0 www.felling.com www.felling.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:39 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 201704061251424 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-06 12:51:42 VMAC PROMOTES SANDRA AMADOR TO CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT DIRECTOR NANAIMO,BC - April 6th, 2017 -  VMAC is welcoming Sandra Amador to the position of Continuous Improvement Director, providing leadership, guidance, coaching, and project management support. With a focus on quality assurance, implementing LEAN methodologies, and fostering positive cultural transformation throughout the organization, the Director of Continuous Improvement is responsible for leading VMAC's Quality Assurance team. This promotion recognizes Sandra for her significant contributions to VMAC's Quality Management System, LEAN journey, and process improvements, including maintenance of ISO 9001 compliance, and recertification to the latest ISO 9001-2015 standard. "Sandra's experience and proven record of continuous organizational improvement and quality assurance focus makes her the ideal fit for this role", says Tod Gilbert, VMAC's Executive Vice President. "We're pleased to have Sandra accept this new position, and I can't wait to see the positive impact she will make in VMAC's journey for continuous improvement." Sandra has an impressive and varied background as a Quality Manager, Certified Quality Auditor, Chemical Engineer, Project Manager, and Process Improvement leader, with close to 20 years of experience. Before joining VMAC almost 3 years ago, Sandra worked for over 12 years at Praxair Canada as Quality Standards and Validation Manager where she held a variety of responsibilities including training and leadership in quality assurance and change management. "Change is a fact of life, to me change equals opportunity to grow and succeed;" Sandra notes, "as a Quality professional I consider myself an agent of change and I am excited about this new opportunity with such a great group of people, our VMAC coworkers. I am looking forward to working alongside every single one of them to continue our improvement mission, our cultural transformation, and our daily customer focused journey." To download a high res photo click here. About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada.  By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. Media Contact Anne Fortin Digital Marketing Specialist Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 anne_fortin@vmacair.com 164 0 0 0 click here VMAC Lifetime Warranty 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:29 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 2017041013362548 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-10 13:36:25 Felling Trailers, Inc. Earns ISO 9001 Certification for Quality Management (SAUK CENTRE, MINNESOTA, April 10th, 2017) – Felling Trailers Inc., a leading manufacturer of industrial and commercial trailers, has recently received ISO 9001:2015 Certification for its Quality Management System for its Sauk Centre, MN and Litchfield, MN operations. In addition to Felling Trailers, Inc.'s 40 plus years of exceeding customers' expectations, the company is now proud to add the ISO 9001:2015 Certification to its credentials. "This is a significant accomplishment for Felling Trailers, Inc., and it does not happen with just one person. It took over a year for our company to get to this point with cooperation and teamwork among every team member," said Brenda Jennissen, CEO of Felling Trailers, Inc. "Our ISO journey has just begun. We will continue to work toward better processes and training which will lead to continued efficiencies and sustainability of our ISO certification and ensuring we exceed customers' expectations. I am proud of our entire team's diligence and commitment to achieving this important goal." In order to achieve ISO 9001:2015 Certification, companies must demonstrate that they have implemented effective quality management systems, including a strong customer focus and a process of continuous improvement across all areas of the business, including facilities, people, training, services, and equipment. Felling Trailers, Inc.'s certification process was carried out in partnership with Transpacific Certification LTD and included a detailed assessment of the company's facilities. Interviews were carried out with management and employees, and procedures were reviewed across all functional areas, including operations, training, and development, customer complaint handling, finance, and billing. For more information, visit www.felling.com or call 1.800.245.2809. About Felling Trailers, Inc. Felling Trailers is a family owned and operated full line trailer manufacturer located in Central Minnesota that was started in 1974 by Mr. Merle J. Felling. Felling Trailers, Inc. has grown from a small shop to two factory and office complexes that today cover over 260,000 square feet. Felling Trailers currently manufactures over 5,000 trailers a year ranging from a 3,000 lb utility trailer to a 120,000 lb hydraulic gooseneck trailer, and its standard trailer line includes over 240 models. Felling's pride and differentiation is its customized trailer division. Their engineers utilize the latest industry leading design techniques along with their experienced metal craftsmen and cutting edge technology to turn its customers' conceptual trailer needs into a tangible product. Felling Trailers' current capabilities allow them to provide a high-quality product that is distributed across North America and internationally. For more information, you can visit them on the web at www.felling.com, or follow them on twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. 178 0 0 0 www.felling.com www.felling.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:44 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170411084514767 149 0 NewAttachments 2017-04-11 08:45:14 Fecon® Introduces the Newly Designed Bull Hog Fecon® introduces the newly designed Bull Hog® mulching attachment for CTL's and skid steers. This new design has brought many great features our customers were asking for in a mulcher. With a severe duty body, bolt on skid shoes, stronger push bar, and improved mulching chamber our customers are sure to be pleased. We also made the top of the body smooth to avoid the debris and water build up that occurred in the "trough". This newly designed CTL Bull Hog is still offered with Fecon's smooth drum FGT rotor, paddle style HDT rotor and our DCR, depth control rotor. So customers can still configure their Bull Hog for the job at hand. We've made our hose sling standard, created improved sealing of the body and made trap door and pressure gauge options easier to add on. About Fecon - Fecon, Inc. was established in 1992 near Cincinnati, Ohio. Fecon's Bull Hog is currently the #1 selling forestry mulcher. Fecon also provides track carriers and other equipment for vegetation management, geothermal, seismic, and wood to energy biomass industries. 206 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:14 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170417164535300 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-17 16:45:35 Felling Trailers, Inc. Adds Blackwood Decking to Its Offerings (SAUK CENTRE, MINNESOTA, April 17th, 2017) – Felling Trailers, Inc. is well known in the trailer industry for offering a multitude of options to ensure a trailer is built to meet and exceed a customer's needs. With this mindset, Felling recently added Blackwood Lumber, an innovative, safety-focused decking material to its trailer option offerings. Blackwood Lumber starts with treated Southern Yellow Pine; each board has 1/4" milled out of the topside. Once the boards are milled, the rubber from reground tires is infused into the boards 6mm thick. The rubber then sits just above flush with the surface of the lumber so that the rubber always makes the first contact with equipment. Blackwood is said to be safer and stronger when compared to other materials such as standard lumber, rubber, or metal. Benefits of Blackwood: SAFER - Blackwood provides superior traction on any surface its applied to. From trailers to boat docks, Blackwood Lumber prevents slipping and makes loading equipment easier and safer, even in wet conditions. STRONGER - Blackwood is made with the highest quality lumber, which is strengthened by the fusion process. The industrial grade rubber infused in Blackwood is the same rubber used at gun ranges to absorb bullets. Blackwood is made to withstand heavy impact that would crack and damage normal lumber. LONGER - The rubber infusion in Blackwood doesn't fade or crack like lumber. It also doesn't stain and can be easily cleaned with water. Blackwood lasts longer than normal lumber and will keep your trailer or other surface looking new and professional for years to come. Since Felling started offering Blackwood decking late last year they have built a few of their show trailers with this option. "It's created quite a buzz. Initially I think it's the appearance of the decking that catches their attention with it being so distinctive, then you add in the safety aspect and there it is. Operator safety is huge. Blackwood offers increased traction which equals safer loading and safety features help save everyone's bottom line," said Ed Steinemann, Felling Trailers' National Accounts Manager. Felling has seen an increasing amount of interest for the Blackwood option, especially in the Rental Industry where Rumber decking has been the option of choice. For more information, visit www.felling.com or call 1.800.245.2809. Pictured above is an FT-10 T Pan Tilt trailer with Blackwood decking. About Felling Trailers, Inc. Felling Trailers is a family owned and operated full line trailer manufacturer located in Central Minnesota that was started in 1974 by Mr. Merle J. Felling. Felling Trailers, Inc. has grown from a small shop to two factory and office complexes that today cover over 260,000 square feet. Felling Trailers currently manufactures over 5,000 trailers a year ranging from a 3,000 lb utility trailer to a 120,000 lb hydraulic gooseneck trailer, and its standard trailer line includes over 240 models. Felling’s pride and differentiation is its customized trailer division. Their engineers utilize the latest industry leading design techniques along with their experienced metal craftsmen and cutting edge technology to turn its customers’ conceptual trailer needs into a tangible product. Felling Trailers' current capabilities allow them to provide a high-quality product that is distributed across North America and internationally. For more information, you can visit them on the web at www.felling.com, or follow them on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn. 195 0 0 0 www.felling.com www.felling.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:31 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170420085931904 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-20 08:59:31 VMAC LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE: VMACAIR.COM DESIGNED WITH CUSTOMERS IN MIND NANAIMO,BC - April 20th, 2017 - VMAC Global Technology Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of a new website. VMACAir.com has been redesigned to provide our customers the best online experience in the industry. "We are thrilled to launch this new website as it is an important step in ensuring that our customers are equipped with the information they need to make business decisions, find dealers, and learn more about VMAC air compressors and air compressors in general," says Mike Pettigrew, VMAC's Marketing Manager. "More and more customers are accessing information electronically to make better and faster business decisions and VMAC has responded with a website design that will add exceptional value to that process." The new VMACAir.com has been designed with a sleek, modern look, while the functionality has also been improved. A review of the site reveals that it has been designed with user experience in mind with more intuitive navigation, and a new search tool. The content has also been updated allowing customers to find the information they need quickly and easily. The dealer locator function has been upgraded allowing customers to find their dealer of choice's local contact information, as well as a list of the products sold and serviced at each location. Further features of the new website include the addition of service kits and accessories, allowing customers and dealers to find service kits for maintaining each product. Kits are listed online with a product name, description, part number, and list of parts included. On the product pages, dealers and customers will be able to see which accessories are available for each air compressor. Another change made to the website is the integration of the VMAC blog. This allows users to easily navigate between the website's product information, and the blog's educational pieces. "I'm very pleased that we have now integrated our blog into the main VMACAir.com site," says Anne Fortin, VMAC's Digital Marketing Specialist. "Having all of our information on one site is a great way to ensure we're delivering a positive user experience." About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada. By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. Media Contact Anne Fortin Digital Marketing Specialist Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 anne_fortin@vmacair.com 170 0 0 0 VMACAir.com VMAC Lifetime Warranty 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:31 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170424091653883 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-24 09:16:53 Fecon Adds FTX128R Rubber Tracked Mulcher to FTX Tractor Line Fecon Inc is proud to introduce the FTX128R Rubber Tracked Mulcher. The new rubber undercarriage utilizes a heavy duty bogie roller system and metal imbedded rubber tracks. The FTX128R offers 23" of ground clearance, powerful steering, excellent traction, and a PSI of 4.5 for responsive handling in soft wet conditions. The FTX128R is ideal for right of way clearing where working on both sides of the road is necessary, or for moving a short distance to the next clearing site. The ride quality is smooth with excellent performance on or off pavement. The FTX128R features attachment versatility with a quick attach coupler combined with up to 60 GPM of in cab adjustable high flow and optional pressure adjustment. Fecon also supplies many forestry and construction related attachments to make the FTX128R the best choice for mulching, tree shearing, stump grinding and even asphalt milling with wider cold planers. 184 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:53 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170424100548308 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-04-24 10:05:48 Coast Crane to be acquired by Maxim Crane Works Maxim Crane Works (Maxim), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Essex Rental Corp, has entered into a stock purchase agreement in which Maxim will acquire Coast Crane Company (Coast). Founded in 1970 and based in Seattle, Washington, USA, Coast is one of the largest providers of bare crane rental and related lift solutions servicing the West Coast of the United States. Maxim said that its acquisition of Coast enhances its full-service, nationwide crane rental and lifting solutions platform and expands its operations in a fast-growing crane rental market. As part of the stock purchase agreement, Maxim will acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Coast’s parent company, CC Acquisition Holding Corp., for $72.5 million, subject to closing date working capital and other adjustments. The sale has been approved by Essex’s Board of Directors and is expected to close in the second quarter of 2017. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and the approval of Essex stockholders. A special meeting of Essex stockholders to approve the sale will be held on a date to be announced. Following the closing, Maxim will begin integrating Coast with its existing operating business. Maxim said customers will continue to receive the same high quality service they have come to expect and that through its coast-to-coast footprint, and its engineering, operated rentals, and heavy haul services, the Coast team and customers will gain access to one of the largest modern fleets of full service lifting solutions in the world. Bryan Carlisle, chief executive officer of Maxim, stated, “Coast Crane offers one of the most experienced teams of crane professionals in the region. Its state-of-the-art fleet provides customers with a ‘best in class’ brand of products, parts, services and rental equipment. We are confident that the combination of Coast and Maxim will bring added value to our combined customer base, employees and the industry.” Nick Matthews, chief executive officer of Coast, said, “We believe that this transaction delivers the best current return for our shareholders and provides a good opportunity for our employees to work for a company positioned for growth due to its experienced management team, future business prospects and strong balance sheet.” 192 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:48 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170504130635109 149 0 NewProducts 2017-05-04 13:06:35 Engcon tilts automatically with Leica Geosystems Strömsund, Sweden, May 4, 2017 - In collaboration with world-leading tiltrotator manufacturer Engcon, Leica Geosystems has developed iXE CoPilot, an auto-tilt function. In combination with a 2D or 3D excavator guidance system, Engcon's control system DC2 and ePS (engcon Positioning System) will then Engcon's tiltrotators get a revolutionary feature that the tilt function on the tiltrotator is handled automatically. "We are proud to be in collaboration with Engcon to deliver an automatic tilt function," says Nick Guadagnoli, Program Manager, Earth Moving Solutions at Leica Geosystems. "Our auto tilt system Leica iXE CoPilot together with an Engcon tiltrotator combines the best of both worlds when it comes to streamlining excavators continues Nick Guadagnoli. An excavator guidance system is simply a digital and three-dimensional drawing of an area that it should be dug in. The excavator is shown drawing on a large screen where the excavator operator can also see the bucket position, where it will be buried and what heights and slopes to be held. "Automated technical features are becoming more common and, as the leading manufacturer of tiltrotators, it feels natural for us to contribute our technology to increase profitability further," says Fredrik Jonsson, head of development at the Engcon Group. With auto-tilt the digging system system will handle the tilt function on the tiltrotator automatically. For maximum safety, it's possible to regain control of the digging system and control the tiltrotator manually. See the film about iXE CoPilot and Engcon at https://youtu.be/DnGP8fcRhtc Technical requirements for auto tilt of Engcon: Tiltrotator models:    engcon EC209, EC214, EC219, EC226 and EC30 with ePS* Control system:        DC2 Guidance system:    Leica iXE2 and iXE3 + iXE CoPilot software Meets the safety requirements of EN 13849-1: 2016 * engcon Positioning System is optional on engcon's tiltrotators that can be selected from the factory or retrofit mounting. 138 0 0 0 https://youtu.be/DnGP8f... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:13 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170509124912987 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-09 12:49:12 ENGCON OPENS NEW FACTORY TO MEET GROWING DEMAND Strömsund, Sweden, May 9, 2017 – Engcon, world leader in tiltrotators for excavators, recently opened another factory in Strömsund, Sweden the company's headquarters. Underpining investment in the new factory is the need to meet increasing demand for Engcon's products as well as a drive to reduce delivery times. "We've enjoyed fantastic sales in recent years, so we're expanding our production and delivery capacity accordingly," said Stig Engström, Engcon's founder, during his inaugural speech at the new factory. Stig Engström praised his staff for maintaining delivery times in the face of record sales. He also said that the additional capacity provided by the new factory would allow the company to meet continued growth, especially now that the company is opening a US office in June and anticipates increased North American sales. Anders Jonsson, Head of Assembly at Engcon's factories in Strömsund, commented, "The new factory means we can be one step ahead before customers even place their orders. We will be able to offer even shorter delivery times, especially for larger volumes of our standard products," he says. The new plant and recent sales growth have resulted in the recruitment of additional staff and will probably mean further new jobs in the future. Concluding his speech, Stig Engström said, "Our growth rate speaks for itself; the increase in production space and staff won't stop here!" Click to view larger images 199 0 0 0 Click to view larger im... https://www.dropbox.com... https://www.dropbox.com... https://www.dropbox.com... https://www.dropbox.com... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:12 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170509131959626 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-09 13:19:59 Freeway Retaining Wall Guardrails - Ellis MFG Wall Grabbers The Ellis MFG Co. Parapet Wall Guardrail System, also know as Wall Grabber™ is exceptionally versatile and are used in an a variety of applications. Pictured below the Wall Grabbers are shown protecting an incomplete section of a retaining wall along a freeway expansion project. The project spans over 60,000 LF of roadway with multiple retaining walls, the largest is almost a mile long. For more information visit the product page on our website or give us a call. Learn More 205 0 0 0 Learn More 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:01 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170510084505557 149 0 NewProducts 2017-05-10 08:45:05 VMAC RELEASES UNDERHOOD70 AIR COMPRESSOR FOR 2017 GMC DURAMAX DIESEL NANAIMO,BC - May 10th, 2017 - VMAC has released the latest UNDERHOOD70 rotary screw air compressor system designed specifically for the GMC Sierra's 2017 Duramax Diesel. Despite a major change in GMC's engine configuration, VMAC's V900133 UNDERHOOD70 is engineered to fit Sierra's Duramax Diesel engine and chassis, while keeping the new truck warranty intact. "We're continually developing our product line to meet our customers' growing needs", says Daniel Arnold, VMAC's Engineering Manager. "When GM changed the engine design, we responded by evolving our product to include a unique UNDERHOOD70 specifically for 2017 GMC models." With this product launch, VMAC demonstrates its commitment to ensuring customers have access to UNDERHOOD air compressor systems as they upgrade their fleets to the latest models. VMAC's UNDERHOOD70 Air Compressor provides up to 70 CFM at 100% duty cycle, ensuring on-demand air, eliminating downtime. Compact and powerful, the UNDERHOOD70 Air Compressor for 2017 GMC Duramax Diesel reduces truck GVW by up to 260 lbs, offering a savings in fuel consumption. Like all VMAC UNDERHOOD Air Compressors, the UNDERHOOD70 for 2017 GMC trucks is the choice for applications in extreme climates, including arctic and desert environments. With the compressor installed under the hood of the truck, it is protected from the elements. "VMAC is committed to exceeding our customers' expectations and continuing to offer UNDERHOOD Air Compressors for Ford, GM, and RAM trucks", says Mike Pettigrew, VMAC's Marketing Manager. "By staying up to date on new truck models we're able to ensure our customers have the equipment they need to improve productivity and reduce expenses." For more information on the VMAC UNDERHOOD70 Air Compressor, please visit www.vmacair.com/lp/2017gmc. About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada. By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. 191 0 0 0 www.vmacair.com/lp/2017gmc VMAC Lifetime Warranty 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:05 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170512095519955 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-12 09:55:00 Jeff Martin Auctioneers Recently Hosted Its First Midwest Auction Jeff Martin Auctioneers held a farm and construction equipment public auction in Ottumwa, Iowa, on April 13. The auction, which was the company’s first venture in the Midwest, proved to be a great success. This public auction was held for several consignors, including local contractors liquidating inventory. A total of 282+ buyers participated in live and online bidding, some from as far as Texas, Florida and South Carolina. 162 0 0 0 http://www.contractorsh... http://www.contractorsh... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:22 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170518133426627 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-18 13:34:26 Exact Crane Named New Dealer for Tadano America Tadano America has appointed Exact Crane and Equipment as a dealer for its line of rough terrain and all terrain cranes. Under the agreement, Exact will be responsible for the sale and support of Tadano's cranes in the states of Ohio, Michigan and Kentucky. "We have had a long-standing relationship working with Tadano to promote and support sales and customer service relationships with several customers in North America," said Jack Swan, owner, Exact Crane Equipment. "We are happy to solidify our dealership position and to represent Tadano and their excellent line-up of crane products." For the North American market, Tadano produces rough terrain cranes that range in capacity from 15 to 160 tons. The company produces all terrain cranes that range in capacity from 75 to 660 tons. "Exact Crane has been a big supporter of Tadano crane products and we are pleased to have them officially on the Tadano team," remarked Ingo Schiller, president/CEO of Tadano America. "Our customers deserve the best possible experience when they invest in a Tadano crane, and Exact has the experience and know-how to provide service excellence to our end-users." Tadano America President/CEO Ingo Schiller and National Accounts Vice President Ron Dogotch are pictured with Exact Crane Equipment Owner Jack Swan. About Exact Crane Equipment, LLC Exact Crane Equipment Corp. was founded by Jack Swan in 2006 in Solon, Ohio. Swan, along with his son Jeff and other company members have built Exact Crane Equipment with the knowledge and experience developed working in the crane and equipment industry for over 45 years. Exact Crane Equipment sells equipment worldwide providing both buyers and sellers an opportunity to market products at competitive pricing on a timely basis. About Tadano America Corporation Established in 1993 in Houston, Texas, TADANO America Corporation is the strategic base for sales of rough terrain cranes and all terrain cranes for the North American market. Tadano America has dedicated customer service office locations located in Houston, Texas and Edmonton, Alberta providing direct-to-customer product support. Tadano's corporate office, located in Houston has 46,000 square feet of warehouse space for parts and storage. Tadano's core values focus on safety, quality and efficiency. Tadano's products are available through a broad network of dealers, agents and partnerships. Tadano America Corporation is a subsidiary of TADANO, LTD. 142 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:54 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170518135226599 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-18 13:52:26 VMAC LAUNCHES UNDERHOOD30 AIR COMPRESSOR FOR FORD TRANSIT ECOBOOST NANAIMO,BC - May 17th, 2017 - VMAC launched the latest UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressor for the Ford Transit EcoBoost commercial van. This Van Series air compressor is attractively priced and offers up to 30 CFM at 100% duty cycle, making it the best choice for operators using air tools for light duty applications. "We've seen tremendous growth in the commercial van industry in North America, as businesses introduce vans into their fleets", says Mike Pettigrew, VMAC's Marketing Manager. "VMAC has responded to our customers' evolving demands by producing the Van Series of UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressors for Ford, GMC, Chevrolet, RAM, and Mercedes-Benz models. The UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressor for the 2013-2017 Ford Transit EcoBoost is the latest addition to this popular Van Series." Weighing just 62 lbs (28 kg), the VMAC UNDERHOOD30 rotary screw air compressor is lightweight and compact. It is perfect for light duty applications; the compressor provides 50% more output of a bulkier standalone air compressor at a fraction of the weight. This affordable option can be installed quickly as there is minimal vehicle modification required, with the air compressor running off the van's own belt. VMAC works closely with van manufacturers to ensure vehicle warranties remain intact with the installation of UNDERHOOD air compressors. The VMAC UNDERHOOD30 Van Series air compressor also solves several unique safety challenges that traditional standalone air compressors present. With the Van Series air compressor safely stored under the hood of the vehicle, operators aren't exposed to toxic exhaust in the cargo area, or at risk of gas fires. Moreover, without the need to lift and move a heavy piece of machinery in the van's cargo area, operators are less likely to suffer from lifting injuries. "2017 has been an exciting year for VMAC with the launch of several new air compressors, as we continue our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers and their businesses", says Pettigrew. "In addition to the UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressor for Ford Transit EcoBoost vans, we also launched the DTM70 at NTEA's Work Truck Show in March, and just announced the UNDERHOOD70 for 2017 GMC Sierra Duramax Diesel Engines." For more information on the Van Series of VMAC UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressors, please visit www.vmacair.com/underhood-van-series. About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada. By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. 187 0 0 0 www.vmacair.com/underho... VMAC Lifetime Warranty 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:26 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170518135532280 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-18 13:55:32 Ritchie Bros. Acquires Online Heavy Equipment Auction Powerhouse The transaction is expected to close in the next few weeks. A new organizational structure will be announced after closing. Greg Owens, IronPlanet chairman and CEO added, The management team and employees of IronPlanet are enthusiastic about joining forces with Ritchie Bros. – the possibilities are endless when you merge brand strength with technology. We are inspired by the vision of leading a digital transformation in the industry. The anticipated benefits of Ritchie Bros.' acquisition of IronPlanet are extensive and make a positive impact on the business internally and externally. Highlights include: 1) Pioneer a path into the future. Ritchie Bros. is a forward-thinking, growth-focused company that never stops innovating. By continuing to invest in technology and providing end-to-end support solutions, the company will continue to set a benchmark for equipment values across the globe. 2) Maximize opportunity for customers. The acquisition of IronPlanet is intended to provide the highest quality choices in asset disposition to best serve customers. The acquisition is the next step in Ritchie Bros.' diversification and multichannel strategy. As a successful player in the marketplace for nearly 60 years, Ritchie Bros.' unique business model and heritage of extraordinary customer relationships make it a leader in the industry. 3) Caterpillar Alliance. Ritchie Bros. also enters into a historic, long-term strategic alliance with Caterpillar, which will significantly strengthen its relationship with Caterpillar's independent dealers around the world by providing enhanced and continued access to a global auction marketplace to sell their used equipment. The transaction is expected to close in the next few weeks. A new organizational structure will be announced after closing. Ritchie Bros. and IronPlanet first announced the acquisition in August 2016: http://prn.to/2pMuZFC. For more information, visit www.rbauction.com 147 0 0 0 http://prn.to/2pMuZFC www.rbauction.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:32 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170518140619921 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-18 14:06:19 IPS CRANES to be Featured on Upcoming Episode of World's Greatest! TV Show St. Paul, Minn.— IPS CRANES, a St. Paul-based custom crane manufacturer, is scheduled to be featured on the national television show World's Greatest! The episode will air Monday, May 22 at 5 a.m. CST. For specific information about where to find World's Greatest! on cable channels locally, visit http://worldsgreatesttelevision.com/tv_schedule. Now in its 11th season, World's Greatest! is a fast-paced tour around the world featuring behind-the- scenes footage and interviews with unique companies, products, people, and travel destinations. The episode featuring IPS CRANES showcases the woman-owned company as the innovative leader in the crane industry, best known for custom manufacturing, repair and rebuild, crane rentals, service solutions and complete inventory of quality replacement parts for locomotive and crawler cranes. We are honored to be selected as a featured company on World's Greatest! because being part of the show gave us a great opportunity to get the word out that a US-based custom crane manufacturer exists, said President and CEO Jackie O'Connell. About IPS CRANES: Founded in 1988 in St. Paul, Minn., IPS CRANES is a custom crane manufacturer who prides itself on delivering innovative, sustainable crane solutions around the world. IPS CRANES offers a full line of quality replacement parts, crane rental fleet, repair/rebuild services, custom manufacturing, on-site and off-site technical support, crane inspections and maintenance training. IPS CRANES Metro Crane division is the exclusive manufacturer of the patent-pending IPS Metro Crane, an emission-free, eco- friendly metro subway crane. IPS CRANES continues to build a legacy of industry leadership. For more information, visit www.IPSCRANES.com 142 0 0 0 http://worldsgreatestte... www.IPSCRANES.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:19 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170523121226958 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-23 12:12:26 ENGCON IMPROVES AUTOMATIC COUPLING FOR HYDRAULIC TOOLS Updated Connector More Durable, Better Protects from Debris Strömsund, Sweden, May 23, 2017 - Engcon, a 26-year-old $90 million Swedish firm, is currently updating its fully hydraulic EC-Oil solution, which makes the safe automatic connection of hydraulic tools possible from the operator's seat. The latest EC-Oil is a newly developed blade-type electrical connector with increased contact surfaces. It’s been moved to the top of the hitch to protect it better from oil and dirt. EC-Oil's new electrical connector has 12 sturdy pins (6 + 6) that make it even more durable than its predecessor. What’s more, the improved EC-Oil was rigorously tested during the winter of 2016-2017 with approximately 100,000 couplings in varied environments including dirt, sal*censored*er and snow. The tests have made sure the improved EC-Oil can handle really tough working environments. “The test results have been nothing but positive," says John Lundqvist, test manager at Engcon's RD department in Strömsund. Sweden. Unique wedge shape allows maximum contact The pins in the connector are wedge-shaped and, when connected, are inserted about 20 mm into the spring-loaded female half. This provides a cleaning effect with maximum contact in every position, which reduces the risk of the machine losing electrical contact with the tool. “We also want to emphasize just how robust EC-Oil hydraulic connections are," says John Lundqvist, explaining that each movable part of the connector (female + male) has an O-ring seal that is easy to access, making maintenance simple. It’s also the only O-ring on EC-Oil; the connectors are instead sealed through their smart conical shape. “The simple, robust design also makes EC-Oil the market's best value-for-money solution for fully hydraulic couplers,” adds John Lundqvist. Deliveries of the improved EC-Oil begin in June 2017 The improved EC-Oil will be built into Engcon’s Q-Safe quick coupler in the sizes QS45, QS50, QS60, QS70 and QS80 for excavators from 6 to 33 metric tons. The QS60 will be first with initial deliveries anticipated for the middle of June 2017; the other sizes will be introduced throughout the summer and autumn of 2017. Press photos: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/0gmuvtk59wd1idu/AAAh1Lw9hkAUDXeXdGD0i5rAa?dl=0 About Engcon Engcon is the only company that manufactures a complete range of tiltrotators, quick couplers, control systems and tools for excavators in the 1.5-32 metric ton range. Engcon is a privately-owned Group with its parent company, Engcon Holding AB, based in Strömsund, Sweden. In June 2017, Engcon is opening a Connecticut office to expand its distribution and service network in the US and Canada. More at www.engcon.com/us. 154 0 0 0 https://www.dropbox.com... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:33 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170524152614177 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-05-24 15:26:14 The Highest Capacity Screw Jacks In The Industry The Ellis MFG Co. Screw Jacks have the highest safe load rating for any 4x4 or 6x6 screw jack in the industry. With 1/4" steel base plate and a 1-1/4" (1-3/4" in SJ-6) solid Acme Screw the Ellis Screw Jacks have a max safe load rating of 30 KIPS (SJ-6) and 15 KIPS (SJ-4)! Pair this high load rating with a low price point and Ellis delivers some of the best shoring value in the industry. Get detailed product info from our website or call in for QUANTITY DISCOUNT PRICING. Learn More About Ellis Screw Jacks 167 0 0 0 Learn More About Ellis ... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:14 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170605165039598 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-05 16:50:39 ALLU Group Welcomes New Western U.S. Territory Manager TETERBORO, NEW JERSEY – ALLU Inc., based in Teterboro, New Jersey, is pleased to announce Scott Stogsdill as its new Territory Sales Manager for the Western United States. He will be responsible for increasing and working with ALLU's network of dealers in the Western U.S., as well as field sales activities. Stogsdill brings decades of construction and technology sales experience to ALLU. Prior to joining the company, served for four years as Sales Manager, Western U.S. and Mexico, for Sandvik Mining Rock Technology's Conveyor Products Division. His experience also includes seven years with FMC Technologies, working in its Material Handling Division as a Regional Manager and Western Distribution Manager. "We are pleased to bring this industry veteran to the U.S. sales team," says Edgar Chavez, President and CEO of ALLU Inc. "Scott's experience in dealer and customer relations, along with his industry background, make him an excellent fit for us." ALLU Group offers a complete line of technologically advanced screening, crushing and soil stabilizing equipment and attachments for the asphalt, compost, environmental, recycling, green waste, demolition, mining and pipeline industries. ALLU Group is ISO 9001:2000 certified. For more information, contact ALLU Group, 700 Huyler Street, Teterboro, NJ 07608 USA; phone (800) 939-2558; fax (201) 288-4479; email usa@allu.net; or visit www.allu.net. 80 0 0 0 usa@allu.net www.allu.net 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:03 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170606082508609 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-06 08:25:08 IPS CRANES ACQUIRES AMERICAN AND OHIO LOCOMOTIVE CRANE COMPANY St. Paul, Minn.— IPS CRANES, a St. Paul-based custom crane manufacturer, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire American Ohio Locomotive Crane Co. (AOLCrane™). The merger will enable IPS CRANES to achieve its mission to exceed customers’ expectations and become the premier custom crane manufacturer. IPS CRANES will provide customers with a greater range of services that will give them the ability to sustain and maintain their fleet of American Hoist and Ohio Locomotive Cranes and American Hoist Crawler Cranes. It will also include manufacturing of excavator bodies and line boring services related to locomotive crane repairs and rebuilds. Jackie O’Connell, President and CEO of IPS CRANES stated, “We are extremely excited for this acquisition as it allows us to create the industry’s broadest and deepest range of crane manufacturing, services and resources.” About IPS CRANES: Founded in 1988 in St. Paul, Minn., IPS CRANES is the OEM for American and Ohio locomotive cranes. IPS CRANES is a custom crane manufacturer of locomotive and crawler cranes, who prides itself on delivering innovative, sustainable crane solutions around the world. IPS CRANES offers a full line of quality OEM replacement parts, unit exchanges, upgrade retrofits, engine repowers, boom building and repair, crane rental fleet, repair/rebuild services, custom manufacturing, 24/7 field service, free phone technical support, prompt component turnaround time, crane evaluations and maintenance/operator training. IPS CRANES also operates a full-service repair, rebuild and manufacturing facility in Duluth, Minn. with track running into the building that is serviced by all major railroads. IPS CRANES Metro Crane division is the exclusive manufacturer of the patent-pending IPS Metro Crane, an emission-free, eco-friendly metro subway crane. IPS CRANES continues to build a legacy of industry leadership. For more information, visit www.IPSCRANES.com. 112 0 0 0 www.IPSCRANES.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:57 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170606123102507 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-06 12:31:02 Ritchie Bros. and Caterpillar Launch Strategic Alliance Ritchie Bros. and Caterpillar Inc. have launched a strategic alliance, originally announced in 2016, following the Ritchie Bros. acquisition of IronPlanet, a leading online marketplace for heavy equipment and other durable assets. Under the alliance, Ritchie Bros. will become Caterpillar's preferred global partner for live onsite and online auctions for used Cat equipment, and will complement existing offerings within Cat dealer channels. Ritchie Bros. will provide Caterpillar and its dealers with access to proprietary auction platforms, software and other value-added services, enhancing the exchange of information and services between customers, dealers and suppliers. The strategic alliance is also expected to strengthen Ritchie Bros.' relationship with independent Cat dealers around the world by providing them enhanced and continued access to a global auction marketplace to sell their used equipment. "Ritchie Bros. is proud to enter into this historic alliance, which will strengthen our relationship with Caterpillar, its dealers and end users, as well as help expand our global reach and footprint," said Ravi Saligram, CEO of Ritchie Bros. "Our marketing capabilities, unrivaled suite of technology and powerful multi-channel transactional platforms will add tremendous value and make us a trusted strategic partner to the Caterpillar family." The strategic alliance is expected to deliver benefits to both companies, as well as independent Cat dealers and their respective customers, accelerating the delivery of Caterpillar's connectivity offerings to improve customer fleet utilization. "Caterpillar currently has the largest connected industrial fleet in the world and the strategic alliance with Ritchie Bros. will help strengthen this key element of our digital strategy," said Rob Charter, Caterpillar group president for customer and dealer support. "Through this alliance, we will now be able to retrofit used Cat assets with new technology. Combined with connected new equipment, the data captured from these machines will help improve our customer's productivity through our Cat Connect Technologies and Services." The strategic alliance between Ritchie Bros. and Caterpillar will have an initial five-year term.  Prior to the acquisition, Caterpillar and its dealers owned a minority position in IronPlanet. 129 0 0 0 Caterpillar Inc IronPlanet heavy equipment 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:02 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170607082100809 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-07 08:21:00 GUARDRAILS FOR EVERY JOB On every job site safety comes first. That's why Ellis MFG Co. has a line of guardrail products to fit every need. Whether the job is concrete framing, rooftop repair, or retaining wall protection Ellis MFG Co. has you covered. All of the guardrail products are designed and tested to far exceed OSHA requirements and are built with reenforced steel to last. Explore our site to find the guardrails that fit your need. Learn More About Guardrail Systems 148 0 0 0 Learn More About Guardr... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:00 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170613171540337 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-13 17:15:40 Save Time, Save Money With The Ellis Frame Lift With labor costs and shortages on the rise, every speed advantage helps. Efficiency is the main design features behind the Ellis Frame Lift™. Built with the same patented Thrust Bearing™ technology found in the Ellis Steel Shores the Ellis Frame Lift™ eliminates the normal grinding caused by the direct contact of the shore frame's pipe edge with the wing nut. This reduction in friction makes setting up and tearing down heavy loaded frames easier and faster than traditional screw jacks. Product Specifics: Save up to 5 minutes per leg No more stuck screws and broken wing nuts from hammering. Lift up to 10x more than traditional screw jacks. Each Frame Lift has a 12,000 Lbs. safe load capacity (2.5 to 1 safety ratio). Patented Thrust Bearings encased in wing nut greatly reduces friction when under load. Fits standard 10K shore frames with 2.375" O.D. and 0.156" wall thickness. Heavy duty 3/8" thick steel base plate assembly. Available screw sizes 12" (FL-12), 18" (FL-18), 22" (FL-22), and 36" (FL-36). Learn More About Ellis Frame Lift™ 116 0 0 0 Learn More About Ellis ... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:40 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170614130646502 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-14 13:06:46 Engcon's Safety Improvement Initiative Awarded In England Strömsund, Sweden, June 14, 2017 – Engcon, world leader in tiltrotators for excavators, has been recognized in England for a recently developed safety training program that covers the basic elements of the tiltrotator and its use. The training program earned the Plantworx Innovation Award, which each year draws attention to innovative companies, products and services that have made a major impact within the construction equipment industry. The training program in the UK is part of Engcon's ongoing initiative to increase the safety of its products, including the operation of the tiltrotator. The outcomes of the UK NPORS tiltrotator training program will be important for the continued safety initiatives in other Engcon markets, such as the US and Canada. “We are very pleased to have won this prestigious award. As the largest manufacturer of tiltrotators in the world, we take our corporate responsibility very seriously. It’s therefore gratifying that our efforts, such as this safety training, receive due praise," says Robert Hunt, Engcon's Chief Executive in England. “It's important to remember that the training program NPORS conducts with our help is not only applicable to Engcon's tiltrotators, but also to tiltrotators from other manufacturers," says Robert Hunt. The training program was developed together with experienced tiltrotator users. To date, 15 NPORS instructors have been trained, tested and certified to conduct training throughout the United Kingdom. About EngconEngcon is the only company that manufactures a complete range of tiltrotators, quick couplers, control systems and tools for excavators in the 1.5-32 metric ton range. Engcon is a privately-owned Group with its parent company, Engcon Holding AB, based in Strömsund, Sweden. In 2016, the Engcon Group achieved $90 million in sales with 200 employees. In 2017, Engcon is establishing the company engcon North America Inc, in Connecticut and expanding its distribution and service network in the US and Canada. More at www.engcon.com/us. 120 0 0 0 www.engcon.com/us 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:46 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170614130800714 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-14 13:08:00 Yoder Frey Initiates Recruitment Drive As Part Of Rapid Expansion Plan Yoder amp; Frey is looking to significantly expand operations by recruiting 14 new permanent US territory managers over coming months. “Yoder Frey is currently on a planned growth programme,” commented Peter Clark, CEO of Yoder Frey. “With increased visibility in the sector, greater market knowledge and more exposure to the global market place, we’re already seeing a significant upturn at our auctions with increases in volumes and hammer totals. Our decision to recruit new territory managers will quickly help further build our position by raising brand awareness and result in more of the right used and near new equipment being consigned into our forthcoming auctions.” Yoder Frey is seeking territory managers to cover areas across the USA that include Georgia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, New York, Kentucky and Tennessee. In each case their role will be to identify and work with potential consignors and secure heavy equipment consignments and fill the regional auction yards ahead of each scheduled sale. Liaison with international sites around the globe will also be required, particularly if shipping equipment to or from these locations will result in auction prices for the consignments being maximized. In each case the new Yoder Frey territory managers will be self-starters and machinery enthusiasts with proven equipment knowledge and established sales networks. They will be expected to build rapport with customers, be available to travel internationally and will become key part of the rapidly growing team. Each role has an attractive base salary plus an uncapped, performance-based bonus, includes company car and other benefits plus ongoing professional training and development. Peter Clark continued: “Whilst exports of new US manufactured construction equipment has been declining over recent years, domestic sales have remained buoyant and there is a thriving used equipment market here that’s poised to soar over the next few years. With President Trump now promising to ‘rebuild America’ and a growing number of major infrastructure projects, said to be valued at approaching US$150 billion being scheduled, we will be perfectly positioned to support this growth by being part of the solution. Having the right people in place to manage this growth is vital which is why were actively looking to recruit new territory managers now and with them successfully expand our operation. Bidding has been brisk at all the recent Yoder Frey auctions with considerable interest being shown in the vast majority of the quality used heavy machinery and commercial lots being sold. Internet bidding has also featured heavily at each of these sales with a significant jump being reported in the number of lots being successfully sold via this route, clearly demonstrating the international appeal and growing demand for quality used construction and related equipment. Buyers from across the USA and from upwards of 90 countries worldwide have already signed up and used the new online platform. Yoder Frey pioneered the now famous annual winter sale in Kissimmee, Florida over 40 years ago, plus regularly holds other sales there each year. Upcoming events include auctions in Ashland, OH on June 21st, with sales in Kissimmee in Florida, Darlington, Pennsylvania and Saugatuck, MI in September and beyond. Full details and a catalogues for any of the forthcoming auctions are available at www.yoderandfrey.com/ and bidders can pre-register for the free internet bidding online. For any other enquiries please contact Yoder Frey by email at info@yoderandfrey.com or call 001 419.865.3990 163 0 0 0 www.yoderandfrey.com/ 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:03 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 2017061413124341 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-14 13:12:43 TCL Asset Group Inc., and Liquidity Services to Manage Sale of Assets from the De Beers Canada Snap Lake Mine Sale Features $30 Million in Underground and Surface Mining Equipment as well as Extensive New Inventory YELLOWKNIFE, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES – JUNE 7, 2017 – TCL Asset Group Inc., and Liquidity Services (NASDAQ: LQDT), today announced the sale of high-value surplus assets from the De Beers Canada Inc. Snap Lake diamond mine, which is currently in extended care and maintenance. Information about the sale can be found on the TCL website www.managingyourassets.com and GoIndustry DoveBid (www.go-dove.com), a Liquidity Services e-commerce marketplace. This sale features surplus underground and surface mining equipment, construction equipment and new inventory such as tires, wires and cables, transformers, substations and underground mining consumables located at two locations in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Major assets are offered by negotiated sale today through July 31, 2017. All other assets will be offered for sale during a two-day webcast auction, which will be held during the week of August 1st, 2017. Specific assets available include: Komatsu haul trucks, wheel loaders, excavators and bulldozers Sandvik rock drills, bolters and scooptrams Getman articulated vehicles Mine Cat and Toyota utility trucks SkyTrak telehandlers Bridgestone, Firestone and Michelin tires UEE/Delta substations and transformers “This sale is a highly significant event as it not only gives buyers the opportunity to acquire high-quality underground and surface mining equipment from a major global mining company, but also includes an unprecedented volume of brand new equipment parts and consumables.” - Terrance Jacobs, CEO of TCL Asset Group Inc. To learn more about this auction, please contact Terrance Jacobs, CEO of TCL Asset Group Inc., at tjacobs@managingyourassets.com or 416-736-1367; or, Dan Main, Liquidity Services’ account executive, at +44-20-7098-3700. About TCL Asset Group Inc.TCL Asset Group Inc. is a recognized leader in asset management and advisory services. Founded in 1958, the company specializes in machinery and equipment certified appraisals, auctions, private negotiated sales, and real estate auctions. TCL works throughout Canada, the United States, Mexico, Central and South America. About Liquidity ServicesLiquidity Services (NASDAQ: LQDT) employs innovative e-commerce marketplace solutions to manage, value and sell inventory and equipment for business and government clients. The company operates a network of leading e-commerce marketplaces that enable buyers and sellers to transact in an efficient, automated environment offering over 500 product categories. Our superior service, unmatched scale and ability to deliver results enable us to forge trusted, long-term relationships with over 10,000 clients worldwide. With nearly $7 billion in completed transactions, and 3 million buyers in almost 200 countries and territories, we are the proven leader in delivering smart commerce solutions. Visit us at LiquidityServices.com. 185 0 0 0 www.managingyourassets.com www.go-dove.com LiquidityServices.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:43 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170616085006132 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-16 08:50:06 Jeff Martin Winner 2017 National Auctioneers Association Marketing Competition Winners of the 2017 National Auctioneers Association Marketing Competition, presented in partnership with USA TODAY, have been announced. Four emerged from among more than 850 entries to take three “Best in Show” honors and the coveted “Auction Marketing Campaign of the Year” award. One “Best in Show” was awarded for Print, Digital, and Photography. Additionally, Britney Ross, Brooklyn, with Jeff Martin Auctioneers, took first place in the Photography- Technology in Use at auction category and second place in the Automobiles Trucks Postcard category. The “Auction Marketing Campaign of the Year” was awarded to Lonny McCurdy, AARE, of McCurdy Auction Co., in Wichita, Kansas, for his company’s campaign to sell current CIA Director Mike Pompeo’s Kansas residence. The effort employed a strong understanding of keywords and subjects and allowing them to power a viral spread online. Additionally, the campaign showed how doing so while choosing wise outlets for paid distribution and promotion can achieve deep, wide market saturation with a relatively modest budget. Rich Penn, of Rich Penn Auctions, in Waterloo, Iowa, won “Best in Show — Advertising PR – Print” for the “Iowa Gas Auction” catalog. Chad Roffers, of Concierge Auctions, LLC, in New York, New York, received “Best in Show – Advertising PR – Digital/Social” for the “Instant Gavel App” promotional video. Nic Smock, CAI, GPPA, of Don Smock Auction Co., Inc., in Pendleton, Indiana, took “Best in Show — Photography”, for the entry titled “Follow Along.” All award recipients in the 2017 contest will be formally recognized during the NAA Marketing Competition Awards Reception in Columbus, Ohio, at the 68th International Auctioneers Conference and Show, July 11-15. Recipients will be presented with their awards at that time. Overall, the annual NAA Marketing Competition, presented in partnership with USA TODAY, continues its rise as the premier contest for NAA members to showcase their marketing efforts. The total number of entries again showed healthy member participation as seen over the past several years, and the quality level of those entries again was impressive. This year, top-level marketing efforts came forth from 22 states ranging nearly coast-to-coast. The competition featured 56 sub-categories in seven categories across three divisions. Categories included but weren’t limited to: Postcards, Brochures Catalogs; Newspaper/Magazine Print Advertising; Public Relations Marketing; and Digital Social Media. The task of determining winners was given to a panel of marketing and advertising professionals who represent backgrounds in branding, promotion, media, public relations and graphic design. Judging criteria included considerations such as creativity, message, ad effectiveness, clarity and visual appeal. Visit www.auctioneers.org/20177-naa-marketing-competition-winners-usa-today for a complete list of this year’s award recipients. 171 0 0 0 www.auctioneers.org/201... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:06 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170616085121811 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-16 08:51:21 Auctioneer Joe Pyle still in the sales game after 30 years SHINNSTON — The first thing Joe Pyle ever sold was a garden hoe. He sold it for $2.25 when he was just 14. That sale was just the first of many. Today, Pyle owns and runs West Virginia’s largest auctioneering company, Joe R. Pyle Auctions. Last year, Pyle’s company sold more than 65,000 cars. The company employs more than 500 people at its locations across the state. Originally, the business focused solely on cars, but it has grown to include real estate, historic items, sports memorabilia and just about anything else Pyle can get his hands on. Sitting behind an imposing wooden desk in an office decorated with collectables, antiques and family photos, Pyle said it all began with his father, Don. Don Pyle owned Don’s Cars in Mount Morris, Pennsylvania, which sold “late-model used cars,” Joe said. When Joe was 8 years old, Don took him to his first auction in Gibsonia, Pennsylvania. He was hooked instantly. The crowd, the clothes, the excitement — it all appealed to young Joe. “When I came back, I said, ‘That’s what I want to do when I grow up,’” he said. Joe said from that moment on, he became obsessed with auctioneering. In his spare time, Joe would practice counting his numbers backward and forward and work on perfecting his vocal abilities. Even his playtime was spent auctioneering. “I had a trailer that had a bunch of furniture in it,” he said. “And I would auction that off every day. I had a bunch of Matchbox Cars and auctioned them off. ... I built a little auction building out of Lincoln Logs.” At age 14, Joe got the opportunity to participate in his first real auction at Pennsylvania’s 84 Auction Barn selling assorted lots of tools for a family friend. “He would let me sell the tools,” Joe said. “We’d just get up on the back of a pickup truck, sell it all off, move on to the next one.” Over the next several years, Joe spent his time studying auctioneering and perfecting his future craft. He would listen to recordings of veteran auctioneers and attend every live auction he could. “I would just try to pick up the best little practices,” he said. Along the way, Joe discovered that the human element of auctions appealed to him just as much as the process of actually selling something. “Auctioneering is more than just counting numbers or having a nice chant,” Joe said. “Auctioneering is connectability to a customer. They have to trust you.” Joe got his auctioneering license at age 16 and began to hold his own auctions, selling antiques. Throughout his teens, Joe supported himself with contract auctioneering gigs, traveling across West Virginia and Pennsylvania officiating one-off auctions anywhere they would have him. During this time, Joe met and began dating his future wife Charlotte. The pair were married when Joe was 23 and she was 20. For more than 30 years, the couple have been partners in life and business. “She contributes heavily to what we get done,” Joe said of his wife’s role in the business. “We’ve built what we’ve built together.” Within a few years of their marriage, the couple founded the auction company and opened its Shinnston location. “We felt like there was a need for an auto auction down here in West Virginia,” Joe said. The business began with just a small office and a two-lane garage. As the business started to grow, so did its faculties. Over the years the building has been renovated 14 times, Joe said. The once humble garage has since been expanded into a massive multi-lane warehouse and the office has been transformed into a living museum dedicated to Joe’s life, interests, family and achievements. Its walls are covered in framed photographs, license plates, vintage advertisements and much of the building is decorated like a 1950s diner. The rear-end of a Volkswagen Beetle juts out from a wall in the building’s lobby, and Charlotte does her work seated behind a desk made out of the front-end of a candy-pink Chevrolet. The facilities even include an actual diner that serves guests on auction days. The vibrant and eccentric offices are a reflection of Joe himself. When he auctioneers, Joe has become known for wearing colorful cowboy hats, matching boots and an ever-changing array of flamboyant suits. The custom-made suits often reflect a holiday theme, featuring a pattern of Santa Claus faces for Christmas or pumpkins for Halloween. Margie Willis, who has worked for Joe for more than 28 years, said his suits draw customers to the auctions. “Everyone is always excited to see what Joe will wear next,” Willis said. Joe said his personal style has not only come to define his business, but also helps him get into the right mental space before an auction. “It’s part of the brand,” Joe said. “It’s very likened to a performer. You absolutely have to be on your game when you step on that auction block.” Although the company is already larger and more successful than Joe could have ever imagined when he first sold that first garden hoe as boy, he said he still has plans to continue its growth. “We’ve invested in ourselves. A lot of people invest in others or invest in the stock market,” Joe said. “I invest in blacktop and buildings and fences.” To learn more about Joe R. Pyle Auctions and to see upcoming auction dates, visit http://joerpyleauctions.com/. 179 0 0 0 http://joerpyleauctions... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:59 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170616131338884 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-16 13:13:38 New Commercial Construction Index predicts a healthy 2017 USG Corporation (USG) and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Release Survey Results Gauging Confidence among Industry Leaders WASHINGTON, D.C. – Commercial construction is in high demand across the country and contractors are confident in the trajectory of the industry, according to the USG + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index ('Index'), launched today. Nearly all contractors surveyed – 96 percent – expect revenues to grow or remain stable this year compared to 2016, with 40 percent expecting an increase and only 3 percent expecting a decrease in revenue. The Index is a new quarterly economic indicator designed to gauge what drives the commercial construction industry and its leaders, including specific issues like backlog of work, new business pipeline, revenue projections, workforce issues, and access to financing. Given the sector's importance to the U.S. economy and the outsized role it could play in years to come, the data contained in the Index will be vital to better understanding trends, challenges and opportunities. The research was developed with Dodge Data Analytics (DDA), the leading provider of insights and data for the construction industry, by surveying commercial and institutional contractors. This first-of-its-kind Index was born out of a need to understand the issues that affect commercial construction. The Index will deliver critical insights into the future health of the industry, said Jennifer Scanlon, president and chief executive officer of USG Corporation. USG is committed to providing solutions for our customers in order to help the entire industry make strong contributions to the U.S. economy. Through the Index we are able to identify areas of strength and pinpoint areas of improvement where industry leaders must focus. Two-thirds (66 percent) of contractors said they expect to employ more workers in the next six months, indicating growth in a sector that employs approximately 3 million Americans. But 61 percent of Index respondents reported difficultly finding skilled workers. The contractors reported the biggest shortages in the concrete, interior finishes/millwork, masonry, electrical and plumbing trades. The commercial construction industry is a vital engine for the American economy, said Tom Donohue, president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber. The projected growth uncovered in this research is good news for employers and workers, but there is reason for concern in the lack of qualified talent available in vital specialties. To get our economy growing to its full potential, we must ensure that we have a workforce that is ready to fill the available jobs. Each quarter, this first-of-its-kind research will make us smarter about future challenges and inform solutions for our country's leaders. The report looks at the results of three leading indicators – backlog levels, new business opportunities and revenue forecasts – to generate a composite index on a scale of 0-100 that serves as an indicator of health for the contractor segment on a quarterly basis. The Q2 2017 composite index score was 76, representing continued health in the sector. This composite score is up two points from a 74 in the Q1 survey, driven primarily by a bump in the ratio between actual and ideal backlog. New business and revenue results also saw slight increases quarter-over-quarter. The composite scores from the three drivers of confidence were: Backlog: 81, up four points in Q2 over Q1. Contractors' current average backlog levels represent 81 percent of their ideal backlog levels, up from 77 percent in Q1. On average, contractors currently hold 9.9 months of backlog, while the ideal amount is 12 months. New Business: 77, up two points in Q2. Nearly all contractors continue to report high or moderate confidence in the market. Well over half of contractors (59 percent) reported high confidence in new business over the next 12 months (up from 51 percent in Q1), indicating a shift to higher levels of confidence among some respondents. Revenues: 71, up two points in Q2. An overwhelming 96 percent of contractors expect revenues to grow or remain stable in 2017 over 2016. Of those expecting revenue increases, the actual percentage of expected increases varies widely. Forty percent expect revenue increases of 7 percent or more in the next 12 months. The Index findings are compiled using survey results from contractors within a DDA panel of more than 2,700 decision makers from across key facets of the commercial construction industry. This first public report was developed using research from previous quarters, which puts into context the state of contractor sentiment in the U.S. building industry. About the Index The USG + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index is a quarterly economic index designed to gauge the outlook for, and resulting confidence in, the commercial construction industry. USG Corporation and the U.S. Chamber produce this Index, along with Dodge Data Analytics (DDA). Each quarter, researchers from DDA source responses from their Contractor Panel of more than 2,700 commercial construction decision-makers in order to better understand their levels of confidence in the industry and other key trends. This panel allows DDA to provide findings that are representative of the entire U.S. construction industry by geography, size, and type of company. Click here to see the full methodology. Please note the Commercial Construction Index report is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to support an investment decision with respect to USG, nor is it intended to be used for marketing purposes to any existing or prospective investor of USG. This report is not a forecast of future results for USG and actual results of USG may differ materially from those of the commercial construction industry. Where the Index is Available The inaugural Index is, and each quarterly Index published going forward will be, available on the USG website at www.usg.com/news as well as on the website www.CommercialConstructionIndex.com. About the U.S. Chamber of Commerce The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations. For more information, visit www.uschamber.com. About USG Corporation USG Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions. Headquartered in Chicago, USG serves construction markets around the world through its United States Gypsum Company and USG Interiors, LLC subsidiaries and its international subsidiaries, including its USG Boral Building Products joint venture. Its wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing and roofing products provide the solutions that enable customers to build the outstanding spaces where people live, work and play. Its USG Boral Building Products joint venture is a leading plasterboard and ceilings producer across Asia, Australasia and the Middle East. For additional information, visit www.usg.com. 195 0 0 0 USG + U.S. Chamber of C... here www.usg.com/news www.CommercialConstruct... www.uschamber.com www.usg.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:38 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170616132417462 149 0 WashingtonNews 2017-06-16 13:24:17 Trump announces $200M apprenticeship initiative WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday ordered more money and a bigger role for private companies in designing apprenticeship programs meant to fill some of the 6 million open jobs in the U.S. Trump signed an executive order to roughly double to $200 million the taxpayer money spent on learn-and-earn programs under a grant system called ApprenticeshipUSA. The money would come from existing job training programs. The executive order would leave it to industry to design apprenticeships under broad standards to be set by the Labor Department. We're training people to have great jobs and high paying jobs, Trump said at a White House ceremony. We're here today to celebrate the dignity of work and the greatness of the American worker. Trump is directing the government to review and streamline some 43 workforce programs across 13 agencies. Senior administration officials have said Trump was reluctant to spend more federal funds on apprenticeships, so the boost would come from existing money, perhaps from the streamlining process. The officials spoke Thursday on condition of anonymity to preview Trump's order. Companies have long complained that they can't find trained people to fill highly technical jobs, and apprenticeship programs have sprung up around the country. Companies now have to register with the Labor Department and adhere to specific government guidelines. Under Trump's order, private industry would have more flexibility and be eligible for registration by the Labor Department. Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Va., attended the signing ceremony and supports expanding apprenticeships generally. There is a little bit of uncertainty, about how the order will be put into effect, said Scott, the ranking Democrat on the House Education and the Workforce Committee. He said he recommended to the administration that all apprenticeships be registered, but Trump's order does not require it. We're concerned about the unregistered programs, Scott said. The key is accountability. Labor Department, White House officials said, would review the apprenticeships but under broader standards. Some critics say that means government approval would be more limited. We get that he wants to put a little more money toward the grants, but they're also trying to eliminate some of the oversight, said Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., who is co-sponsoring a bill with Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, to give companies tax incentives for apprenticeships. You don't want a fly-by-night training program. There are about 500,000 apprenticeship positions in the U.S., representing less than a percentage of the U.S. workforce. Trump had campaigned on creating jobs. The executive order addresses the nation's skills gap that have left millions of open jobs unfilled. Apprenticeships would give students a way to learn skills without the crippling debt of four-year colleges, and expand those opportunities to women, minorities and other populations underrepresented among the nation's roughly 505,000 apprentices. Trump accepted a challenge earlier this year from a CEO to create 5 million new apprenticeships. The Trump administration has said there's a need that can be met with a change in the American attitude toward vocational education and apprenticeships. A November 2016 report by former President Barack Obama's Commerce Department found that apprenticeships are not fully understood in the United States, especially by employers, who tend to use apprentices for a few, hard-to-fill positions but not as widely as they could. The shortages for specifically trained workers cut across multiple job sectors, from construction trades to agriculture, manufacturing, information technology and health care. Critics say Trump can't be promoting apprenticeships while he proposes cutting federal job training funding by as much as 40 percent — from $2.7 billion to $1.6 billion. There also are questions about oversight of apprenticeship programs that begin and operate almost completely under the control of the company. Apprenticeships are few and far between. Of the 146 million jobs in the United States, about 0.35 percent — or slightly more than a half-million — were filled by active apprentices in 2016. Filling millions more jobs through apprenticeships would require the government to massively ramp up its efforts. Scaling is the big issue, said Robert Lerman, a fellow at the Urban Institute. Another complication: only about half of apprentices finish their multi-year programs. Fewer than 50,000 people — including 11,104 in the military — completed their apprenticeships in 2016, according to Labor Department. Trump's resume includes the hit television show, The Apprentice. 204 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:17 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170619123046816 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-06-19 12:30:46 VMAC UNDERHOOD30 AIR COMPRESSOR NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2017 FORD F-250 F-350 NANAIMO,BC - June 19th, 2017 - VMAC has launched the latest UNDERHOOD30 air compressor for 2017 Ford F-250 and F-350 trucks. This rotary screw air compressor is designed to fit with the Ford 6.2L V8 gas engine, while ensuring the new truck warranty remains intact. Out of 25,000 VMAC UNDERHOOD air compressors installed on work trucks worldwide, about 15,000 have been on Ford trucks. We're proud to offer this 30 CFM air compressor for 2017 Ford trucks to meet our customers' needs as they upgrade their vehicles, says Mike Pettigrew, VMAC's Marketing Manager. The VMAC UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressor for the 2017 Ford 6.2L V8 Gas is the lightest weight mobile air compressor available, weighing just 62lbs (32kg). This lightweight air compressor reduces truck GVW by up to 290lbs, offering Ford owners better fuel economy. It's also compact, freeing up to 23 cubic feet in the truck bed, allowing for more cargo space. With up to 30 CFM at 100% duty cycle, it is the perfect solution for light-duty applications including tire servicing, utility servicing, and forklift repair. Even in extreme desert and arctic climates, the VMAC UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressor will continue to operate, as it is installed under the hood of the truck, protected from the elements. This is the third UNDERHOOD air compressor we've launched in 2017, says Mike Pettigrew. The UNDERHOOD30 for 2017 Ford 6.2L V8 Gas trucks follows the recent launches of the UNDERHOOD30 for 2017 Ford Transit EcoBoost vans, and the UNDERHOOD70 for GMC's 2017 Sierra Duramax Diesel trucks. VMAC is committed to adding to the product line of compact and powerful mobile air compressors as new work trucks and vans are released. For more information on the VMAC UNDERHOOD30 Air Compressor, please visit www.vmacair.com/lp/2017-FORD-V8gas. About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada. By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. 154 0 0 0 www.vmacair.com/lp/2017... VMAC Lifetime Warranty 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:46 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170705115846755 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-05 11:58:46 World's First 3D Printed Reinforced Concrete Bridge Today the Built Environment department's concrete printer starts printing the world's first 3-D printed reinforced, pre-stressed concrete bridge. The cycle bridge will be part of a new section of ring road around Gemert in which the BAM Infra construction company is using innovative techniques. One of the advantages of printing a bridge is that much less concrete is needed than in the conventional technique in which a mold is filled. By contrast, a printer deposits only the concrete where it is needed. This has benefits since in the production of cement a lot of CO2 is released and much less of this is needed for printed concrete. Another benefit lies in freedom of form: the printer can make any desired shape, and no wooden molding frames are needed. An extra detail is that the researchers in the group of Theo Salet, professor of concrete construction, have succeeded in developing a process to also print the steel reinforcement at the same time. When laying a strip of concrete the concrete printer adds a steel cable so that the bridge is 'pre-stressed' so that no tensile stress can occur in the concrete, because this is something that concrete is not able to cope with adequately. In recent months, Theo Salet's research group made an initial scale model (1:2) and tested its safety by subjecting it to a 2000 kg load. Now that the safety has been demonstrated, a start can be made on printing the concrete elements that will later be glued together to form a bridge. Provincial representative Christophe van der Maat today got the ball rolling at TU/e. It is expected that the bridge elements will be printed and ready within two months. In September the BAM construction company will put the bridge in place in the Noord-Om, a new section of ring road around the village of Gemert, where the company is also using other new innovative building techniques. 186 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:45 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 2017070512062412 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-05 12:06:24 HUGE DISCOUNT ON RESHORE SPRINGS HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! GET 30% OFF ALL ORDERS OF RESHORE SPRINGS For the month of July while supplies last get 30% OFF all orders of Reshore Springs! Use code HAPPY4th at checkout or call in to receive this discount. Have a safe and fun 4th of July. https://ellismanufacturing.com/products/reshore-spring 166 0 0 0 https://ellismanufactur... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:24 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170705121618486 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-05 12:16:18 USED EQUIPMENT ALERT - ELLIS MFG CO. CC-60 COLUMN CLAMP 2016 MODEL LIGHTLY USED ELLIS MFG CC-60s Available and ready for delivery are 150 sets of USED Ellis MFG Co CC-60s. These Scissor Clamps were manufactured in 2016 and only have been used on a few jobs. CC-60 clamps are able to form columns 22 to 46. Call now and take advantage of this great opportunity to save big. CC-60 Details: Form columns 22 - 46 84 lbs each set Made in USA https://ellismanufacturing.com/products/concrete-column-form-clamps-scissor-type?variant=2481492545 161 0 0 0 https://ellismanufactur... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:18 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170705122314460 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-05 12:23:14 Thompson Tractor Names New Vice President of Earthmoving Sales On June 15, 2017, Thompson Tractor Co., Inc. (Birmingham, AL) selected Charles B. “Charlie” Stevens as the new Vice President for Earthmoving Sales which includes Thompson Tractor’s Cat Rental Store Division. Stevens joined Thompson Tractor in 1989 as a Sales Trainee. He served later as an Earthmoving Sales Representative and, since 2007, Charlie has been the Region Manager for the Western Sales Region. “Charlie has lengthy experience in dealing with customers, employees and suppliers,” announced Mike Rooney, Executive Vice President and General Manager. “He is well-suited for this position.” Stevens was raised in Opelika, Alabama and graduated from The University of Alabama in 1987. He and his wife Lori have two children: Emily, a recent graduate of Auburn University, and Davis, a sophomore at Auburn University. Thompson Tractor Co., Inc. is the full-line Caterpillar dealer for Alabama and northwest Florida and the Caterpillar forklift dealer for most of Georgia. The company specializes in sales and service of Caterpillar products, including earthmoving, construction and material handling equipment, along with diesel engines used for electric power generation, on-highway and marine propulsion applications. For more information, visit www.thompsontractor.com. 171 0 0 0 www.thompsontractor.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:14 plaintext 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170712162421715 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-12 16:24:00 PALFINGER Names VP Supply Chain Management - North America Michael Loch has been appointed VP of Supply Chain Management, a new position to strengthen the strategic sourcing position of PALFINGER in Business Area North America. A seasoned professional, Michael brings over 35 years of related supply chain management experience to PALFINGER. In this capacity reporting to Randy Wingenroth, VP Operations - North America, Michael will work to drive cooperation, consolidation and improvements throughout the supply chain, while developing strategic supply partners. "Mike's understanding of material handling equipment and supply chain management, along with his diverse background in system integration and strategic thinking, will serve PALFINGER very well as we look to further strengthen our supply chain in North America,"comments Wingenroth. ABOUT PALFINGER Worldwide, PALFINGER is the technology leader, standing for the most innovative, reliable and efficient lifting, loading and handling solutions for use on commercial vehicles. In North America since 1989, our established product portfolio qualifies PALFINGER as a complete truck-equipment solution provider. Industry sectors rely on PALFINGER-built knuckle boom cranes, ETI aerial lifts, liftgates, truck mounted forklifts, EPSILON timber refuse loaders, service truck solutions and container handling solutions. The main guiding principal of PALFINGER is to make our customers more successful with the help of our advanced machines, market experience, technical skills, committed employees and our passion for innovation. Always close to the customer, more than 800 sales and service centers are conveniently located across North America to provide PALFINGER users with the support and dedication that they deserve. For more information, please visit www.palfinger.com 212 0 0 0 www.palfinger.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:43 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170717101050432 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-17 10:10:50 Rogers, Rose Bytnar win 2017 NAA International Auctioneer Championship Rogers’ win caps special week for his family; Rose Bytnar wins women’s title one year after finishing second to her mother. COLUMBUS, Ohio (July 14, 2017) – Emerging from an overall field of 93 competitors, Dustin Rogers, of Mount Airy, North Carolina, and Sara Rose Bytnar, of Naples, Florida, were crowned as winners of the Men's and Women's National Auctioneers Association 30th International Auctioneer Championship, which took place Friday at the Hyatt Regency Columbus. Rogers, CAI, CAS, and Bytnar, CAI, AARE, AMM, received a $5,000 cash award, trophy and championship ring for their winning efforts through the preliminary bid-calling round, an interview round consisting of three questions, and a final round of bid-calling that included the top 15 men and seven women. In the two divisions, 73 men and 20 women competed for the right to be known as one of the best auction professionals in the world. The lead Auctioneer for CAT Auction Services, where he specializes in selling heavy equipment and has done so in 18 states and seven foreign countries, Rogers won the North Carolina bid-calling championship in 2008 before participating in his first IAC competition in 2009. His 2017 win capped a magical two days for his family, as his father, Mark, was inducted into the NAA Hall of Fame Thursday night. Behind Rogers, Brian Damewood, of Purcellville, Virginia, finished as runner-up, while Jerick Miller, of Leon, Iowa, rounded out the top three as second runner-up among a stout group of 15 men's finalists. Rose Bytnar finished second last year to her mother, Beth Rose, by one-tenth of one point, and made the 2017 championship a three-generation event as she brought her two-month-old daughter to the competition and conference. Bytnar began competing in IAC in 2012 and won the Florida bid-calling championship in 2015. She has grown up with four female auctioneers in her family to guide and mentor her, which has led to achievements such as being named the CAI Rose Award recipient in 2012. Chantel Kimball, CAI, of Eltopia, Washington, took runner-up, a fantastic follow-up to a second runner-up showing in the 2016 IAC. Morgan Hopson, CAI, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, was second runner-up to complete the top three and put the wraps on a fiercely competitive women's field including seven finalists. Earlier in the evening, Kendall Nisly, of Kirksville, Missouri, was crowned winner of the 2017 International Junior Auctioneer Championship, which features competitors ages 12-18 and helps cultivate and promote the next generation of auction professional talent. Also during the IAC competition, which was streamed live throughout the day on Facebook Live, YouTube, and Twitter, the Chuck Cumberlin Sportsmanship, awarded to the IAC competitor who shows the best sportsmanship, was given to John Beechy, of Nappanee, Indiana. The Bob Steffes Rising Star Award was given to Frances Fripp, BAS, of Mississauga, Ontario (Canada). Fripp drove more than 850 miles round trip the day and night before the IAC in order to help her sick auction partner complete an auction before returning in time to compete. Both the IAC and IJAC were conducted as part of the NAA's 68th Annual International Auctioneers Conference and Show, which took place in Columbus this past week. IAC contestants must be 18 years of age or older, a current NAA member, and registered for Conference and Show. Both the IAC and IJAC were conducted as part of the NAA's 68th Annual International Auctioneers Conference and Show, which took place in Columbus this past week. IAC contestants must be 18 years of age or older, a current NAA member, and registered for Conference and Show. 187 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:50 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170718095648542 149 0 WashingtonNews 2017-07-18 09:56:48 Made in America Today, President Donald J. Trump will host companies from across the country at the White House for the Made in America Product Showcase. The White House is highlighting and celebrating each state’s effort and commitment to American made products by bringing in and showing off products from all 50 states that are made and produced in the United States. Attendees include: State Company Product Alabama Altec Bucket trucks Alaska Alaska Bowl Company Bowls Arizona PING Golf Golf clubs Arkansas Hytrol Conveyer belt California The California Wine Institute Wine Colorado Gordon Signs Neon signs Connecticut Sikorsky Helicopters Delaware ILC Dover LP NASA space suit Florida Tervis Tumblers Georgia Chick Fil A Food Hawaii Koloa Rum Co. Rum Idaho Boise Cascade Company Engineered wood floors Illinois Caterpillar Heavy equipment manufacturer Indiana Broomcorn Johnnys Brooms Iowa RMA Armament Body armor, dummies Kansas Grasshopper Company Lawnmower Kentucky Campbellsville Apparel Company Apparel Louisiana Marucci Sports Baseball bats Maine Hinckley Yachts Yacht Maryland Eddie Heath's Crab Pots Crab pot manufacturer Massachusetts St. Pierre Manufacturing Corporation Horseshoes Michigan Milton Manufacturing Fabric Minnesota Faribault Woolen Mill Wool blankets Mississippi Taylor Machine Works Forklift Missouri Beehler Corporation Door hinges Montana Simms Fishing Fishing gear Nebraska Greater Omaha Packing Beef Nevada Kimmie Candy Candy New Hampshire Cider Belly Doughnuts Doughnut company New Jersey Campbells Soup Soup New Mexico Desert Plastics Plastic Manufacturer New York Steinway Piano North Carolina Cheerwine Soda North Dakota Dakota Outerwear Co. Military outerwear manufacturer Ohio Bully Tools Shovels, rakes, hoes etc. Oklahoma DitchWitch Trencher/excavator Oregon Leupold and Stevens Sights and scopes Pennsylvania Ames Wheel barrows Rhode Island Narragansett Brewing Company Beer South Carolina Casual Cushion Company Cushions South Dakota K Bar J Leather Shotgun chaps Tennessee Gibson Guitars Guitars Texas Stetson Hats Cowboy hats Utah Colonial Flag Company Flags Vermont Dubie Family Maple Maple syrup Virginia National Capital Flag Company Flags Washington Liberty Bottleworks Water bottles West Virginia Homer Laughlin China Company Iconic fiesta line of china Wisconsin Pierce Manufacturing Two firetrucks Wyoming Aviat Aircraft Model aircraft The Trump Administrationis honoring the incredible workers and companies who make “Made in America” the world standard for quality and craftsmanship. America is a nation that honors the work of gifted and skilled tradespeople, but for too long our government has forgotten the American workers. Their interests were pushed aside for global projects and their wealth was taken from their communities and shipped overseas. Under the leadership of President Trump, not only will the American worker never be forgotten, but they will be championed. President Trump has offered a new vision: the well-being of the American citizen and worker will be placed second to none. President Trump has been fighting on behalf of American workers and families since the first day of his Presidency. The President signed a ‘Buy American and Hire American’ Executive Order that targets the abusive use of waivers and exceptions to undermine ‘Buy American’ laws that promote the allocation of taxpayer funds to American companies. The order also takes steps to stop the abuse of the immigration system and protect American workers. The President is committed to preserving American jobs for American citizens. The President has also taken steps to ensure that Americans are equipped with the tools necessary to thrive in the modern economy. He signed an Executive Order to promote and create more flexible apprenticeship programs that arm American workers with valuable skills. President Trump has taken decisive action to free America’s energy potential and create jobs in areas that need them the most. He has approved the construction of new energy pipelines, allowed for the exportation of coal, increased liquefied natural gas exports, and withdrew from the Paris Climate Accord. Unnecessary and burdensome regulations stifle economic growth and harm American workers. The President has repeatedly taken action to remove burdensome regulations so businesses can build in America. President Trump signed an Executive Order stipulating that for every regulation signed into law, two regulations must be eliminated and he has begun the process of reducing permitting time for infrastructure projects from 10 years to 2. The American Action Forum estimates that President Trump has already saved the United States $60 billion through regulatory rollback. President Trump knows that America first means putting American workers first. 164 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:48 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170718115838646 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-18 11:58:38 FREE Shipping On Slab Grabber Orders FREE shipping on all 50+ unit orders of GRS-1 Slab Grabbers The Ellis MFG Co. designed and OSHA compliant GRS-1 Guardrail Stanchions are build to last. Constructed of high strength durable steel with strong quality controlled welds. The screw is a 5/8" Acme screw that only takes 20 Ft. / Lbs. to secure to slab. **Offer valid while supplies last. Shipping address must be a business. Learn More About GRS-1 172 0 0 0 Learn More About GRS-1 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:03 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170726095907126 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-26 09:59:07 NAPA Honors Asphalt Industry Leaders for Operational Excellence Awards Program Celebrates Safety Innovations, Ecological Operations, Community Involvement, and Marketing Practices The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) honored the winners and finalists of its 2016 Operational Excellence Awards at a special ceremony on July 17 during the association's Midyear Meeting in Chicago. "NAPA members strive for excellence beyond constructing high-quality asphalt pavements. The five categories of the Operational Excellence Awards — Asphalt Operations Safety Innovation, Community Involvement, Ecological, Outstanding Brochure, and Outstanding Website — recognize a company's commitment to operations that make them good contractors, good industry ambassadors, and good neighbors," stated NAPA Chairman Dan Gallagher. The 2016 winners and finalists honored during the ceremony include: Asphalt Operations Safety Innovation Award Winner: Lakeside Industries Inc. of Issaquah, Wash., for The Super Bowl of Safety employee safety program Asphalt Operations Safety Innovation Award Finalist: Payne Dolan Inc. of Waukesha, Wis., for its mobile app Community Involvement Award Winners: The Mid-Central Division of Rogers Group Inc. of Gallatin, Tenn. The Community Team at Silver Star Construction Co. Inc. of Moore, Okla. Community Involvement Award Finalists: The Road to a Better Community at Barrett Paving Materials Inc. of Watertown, N.Y. Simon Contractors Cares at Simon Contractors of Cheyenne, Wyo. Ecological Award (Existing Plant) Winner: The Lane Construction Corp. of West Columbia, S.C., for West Columbia Facility Ecological Award (New Plant) Winner: Pike Industries Inc., an Oldcastle Materials Co. of Belmont, N.H., for HMA P-727 Ecological Award (Existing Plant) Finalist: Barrett Paving Materials Inc. of Watertown, N.Y., for the Watertown Drum Plant Outstanding Brochure Award Winner: Gallagher Asphalt Corp. of Thornton, Ill. For "Diamond Commendation Brochure" Outstanding Website Award Winner (State Asphalt Pavement Association): Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa of Ames, Iowa, for www.apai.net The Operational Excellence Awards honor leaders in the asphalt pavement industry for innovation and excellence in marketing, communications, and community outreach with the Community Involvement, Outstanding Brochure, and Outstanding Website Awards. Companies also are lauded for their responsible practices with the Asphalt Operations Safety Innovations and Ecological Awards. The Operational Excellence Awards are a counterpart to NAPA's annual Quality in Construction Awards, which recognize asphalt paving jobs completed in line with best practices and standards known to yield high-quality asphalt pavements. The NAPA Awards Program recognizes and encourages continuous improvement in all aspects of paving and asphalt operations. The 2017 NAPA Awards program is accepting nominations. Quality in Construction Award nominations are due by Oct. 5; Operational Excellence Award nominations are due by Nov. 30. For more information about the NAPA Awards program, or to nominate a project or company for an award, visit www.AsphaltPavement.org/Awards. 132 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:07 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 2017072615270474 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-26 15:27:04 Skid Steer Cement Mixer Attachments From Eterra Offering New Volumes Eterra Attachments, LLC has created a revolutionary product to officially bring skid steers into the cement industry.Eterra's Mix-and-Go Cement Mixerstreamlines the cement collection, mixing, and pouring process all into one hopper. After the success of our original two model lineup, the BMX-250 and BMX-450, Eterra Attachments is proud to announce the introduction of our newest model: the BMX-600. The BMX-600 has a 21 cubic foot capacity— a dramatic increase from the 9 cubic feet of the BMX-250 and the 16 cubic feet of the BMX-450. The specially designed bolt-on mounting system allows the BMX-600 to be mounted onto the most powerful of machinery: telehandlers, front-end loaders, excavators, backhoe loaders, and, of course, skid steers. For machines at or over 2700 lbs, the BMX-450 is a more proportional choice to the machinery weight. For machines under 2700 lbs, we recommend the BMX-250. For mini skid steers specifically, we designed the the BMX-100. The volume of the original two models range from 66-119 gallons with a hydraulic flow range of 12-25 GPM and max hose pressure of 3500 PSI. 2016 has been a big year for the Eterra Cement Mixers and "Eterra Attachments, LLC of Bellingham, Washington is proud to announce the availability of the BMX-600, our newest cement mixing attachment. Born out of our customers' need to have an on-site small batch mixer that was larger than the rest, it follows an already successful line of BMX mixers that include the BMX-100 for mini skid steers, the BMX-250, and the BMX-450 for full-size skid steer loaders. The BMX-600 weighs 1390 lbs when empty and 4565 lbs when full; a demonstration of its amazing capacity. A full 21 cubic feet or 158 gallons can be mixed at one time in this skid steer cement mixer. When you are done mixing, you have the choice of the mechanical side chute, the electric center chute with hose or the front dump method to distribute your finished product. As a new force in the marketplace, this attachment is for those who want to get the job done". – Robert Leib, President of Eterra Attachments, LLC This skid steer mounted scooping style mixer is designed to be a multipurpose attachment with both remote and manual capabilities in mind. For operators who appreciate working from their seats, the hopper is fitted the full cutting edge found on standard bucket attachments to facilitate the scooping of dry materials directly from the worksite. Also from the seat, the hydraulically operated center chute can quickly dispense the contents of the hopper, or use the side chute for a more controlled pour. Another option is to use the 5-foot-long flexible hose attachment for a hands-on control over the pour. The reversible drive system connected to the hydraulics conveniently allows an operator to mix and dispense simultaneously. Both models also feature an enclosed chain drive gear reduction system with an integrated mower. Dry materials can be manually added via the bag cutter directly on the system for those working with specific cement ratios. Our suggestion is to mix 9 cubic feet (1/3 of a yard). This amount is the optimal amount for our machines as it leaves enough space above the paddles to avoid spillage during transport. Our guidelines are 1-part water, 2-parts cement, and 3-parts sand/gravel by volume. In a product demonstration, the BMX-250 at 2/3 full, yielded 31 square feet of cement in 2x4 forms. The biggest selling feature of the BMX models is that it doubles as a steel auger/paddle combination. This attachment is suitable to mix virtually any dry material, and the center chute can double as a sand bag filler. Other features include: A galvanized side chute and top grate. The spring assisted side gate is a locking mechanism that aids in the actuation. Sprocket and chain drive system is completely enclosed and sealed to protect it from damage. Cleaning is easy with the easy lifting grate. Precision laser cut parts, CNC forming, and robotic welding creates a high quality finished product. Pad mounting holes for excavators to connect to so this becomes a dual purpose product with just a few turns of a wrench. To learn more about Eterra's Mix-and-Go Cement Mixer, please visit: www.eterra-attachments.com or call 201-730-2538 127 0 0 0 Eterra's Mix-and-Go Cem... BMX-100 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:04 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170731090727151 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-31 09:07:27 Hydraulic Supply Company Acquires New Orleans-based, Fabacher Incorporated. SUNRISE, FL HARVEY, LA (July 14th, 2017)– Hydraulic Supply Company (HSC), a leading fluid power distributor of hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial products, based in Sunrise, Florida and Fabacher Incorporated, a Harvey, Louisiana-based marine exhaust and fluid handling products company, announced today they have entered into a definitive Purchase Agreement, with Hydraulic Supply Company acquiring all of the assets of Fabacher Incorporated. "We are thrilled to have the opportunity to carry on the work Bob and Ed Fabacher started from their Louisiana location nearly 40 years ago, supplying and distributing marine exhaust and fluid handling products throughout the US. We are equally delighted they have entrusted us with their team members, customers, and vendor partners, as part of the growing Hydraulic Supply family," said John Serra, President, Hydraulic Supply Company. Ed Fabacher added, "Our life's work has been to serve the New Orleans and Southeastern markets and our customers with quality products and services, while at the same time providing good stewardship to the loyal employees of Fabacher Incorporated. We could not think of a better company to place our employees and customers with, than into the trusting hands of Hydraulic Supply Company, which shares a similar culture and set of values to the company that we and our employees have built over the last 40 years." Bob Fabacher commented, "We are happy to support Hydraulic Supply Company's plans to grow the business and add new products and services, as they carry on the mission, culture, and values we built." Hydraulic Supply Company now operates in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Louisiana, and Monterrey, Mexico with locations coming soon to Alabama. The company has immediate plans to increase the size and breath of the Fabacher product and service portfolio available to customers in New Orleans and Southeast, to continue to meet the growing needs of those fluid power industrial customers. As a result of the Fabacher acquisition, Hydraulic Supply Company will also be adding capabilities to its other locations including metal hose and pipe fabrication to its current hose assembly, tube bending-flaring, valve assembly, and build programs. About Hydraulic Supply Company Founded in 1947, Hydraulic Supply Company has 70 years of experience in the fluid power industry, growing to become a leading international distributor of fluid power products and services. Today, HSC operates 28 retail stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Louisiana supported by its 60,000 sq. ft. Distribution Center that provides customers access to over 100 brands of hydraulic, pneumatic and industrial product lines. For more information, please visit our website www.hydraulic-supply.com or contact us at (800) 507-9651. About Fabacher Incorporated Founded in 1978, by brothers Ed and Bob Fabacher, Fabacher Incorporated has nearly 40 years of experience in the fluid power and marine industry. Fabacher Incorporated serves global markets, including the United Kingdom, the North Sea Region, Nigeria and Singapore. Their extensive product knowledge, combined with exceptional customer service, makes Fabacher Incorporated highly regarded by their customers. Their contributions to the fluid power industry throughout the years have been numerous, including Ed Fabacher’s service as a founding member and past president of NAHAD. 108 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:27 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 2017073109094988 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-07-31 09:09:49 Hydraulic Supply Company Celebrated its 70th Anniversary Sunrise, Florida ( July 24, 2017)-Hydraulic Supply Company, a leading fluid power distributor of hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial products, reached a major milestone in its company history this July by celebrating 70 years in business. The company organized an event to commemorate this special day, which included the participation of company employees, vendors, and partners. Hydraulic Supply Company was founded in 1947 by Harold Inglis as Aero Hardware Supply in Miami Springs, Florida, to provide hardware and tools to the aviation market. With only two team members and the desire to do things right, the company became Aeroquip's very first distributor and gained recognition as a leader in the fluid power industry. Driven by our core purpose and our principals "to make every experience with our organization a positive one," as well as our dedication to our customers and our exceptional team members, Hydraulic Supply Company quickly developed a solid reputation in the market that enabled us to transcend the barriers of time and made this a successful company for the past 70 years. Such a long and successful history could not have been achieved without the people who have supported our continued growth, contributing to make HSC who we are today. Jim Inglis, HSC CEO and owner, spoke at the event and recognized team members who have been with the company for more than 10 years. John Serra, president of HSC, spoke about the company's milestones, our exceptional team members and their dedication to our customers, and the support from our partners over the last 7 decades. Mr. Craig Arnold, chairman and CEO of Eaton Corporation, and Lori Kieklak, president of Eaton Hydraulics– Americas, shared congratulatory remarks with those present and recognized HSC for its long partnership with Eaton. About Hydraulic Supply Company Founded in 1947, Hydraulic Supply Company has 70 years of experience in the fluid power industry, growing to become a leading international distributor of fluid power products and services. Today, HSC operates 28 retail stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Louisiana and Monterrey, Mexico supported by its 60,000 sq. ft. Distribution Center that provides customers access to over 100 brands of hydraulic, pneumatic and industrial product lines. For more information, please visit our website www.hydraulic-supply.com or contact us at (800) 507-9651. 90 0 0 0 www.hydraulic-supply.com 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:15 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170803164152215 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-08-03 16:41:52 Electric drive wheeled loader from Wacker Neuson Wacker Neuson has offered a further upgrade of its electric wheeled loader. Wacker Neuson has now improved the performance of its electric drive wheeled loader, the WL20e. This battery-powered wheeled loader has a bucket capacity of 0.2m3 and is now available with a high-quality AGM battery. This low maintenance battery features the latest Absorbent Glass Mat technology, with the electrolyte bound in a fleece made of glass fibres. This makes it a leak-proof system and in addition, the new technology is said to be less sensitive to temperature and develops little heat when charging and in operation, delivering greater power during use. The newly upgraded version also now has an onboard battery charger that runs off a 230V supply, allowing easier recharging. The battery is said to be virtually maintenance-free. Customers that already have a WL20e electric wheeled loader can convert to the AGM technology, for example if a battery replacement is due. The firm says that the performance of the electric machine is directly comparable with that of a conventional diesel unit, while also offering some productivity benefits such as the tipping load, which reaches up to 1,509kg due to the weight of the battery. When the battery of the WL20e is fully charged, it offers five hours of working in most typical applications. The operator can always see the battery's charge status, as it is easily visible on the display. The machine also has very low noise emissions, and it also offers economic advantages with operating cost savings of around 40% over the course of the service life. Wacker Neuson.com Info Courtesy of World Highways 89 0 0 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:52 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170809172608711 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-08-09 17:26:00 Hisle Brothers – Launches New Website Hisle Brothers Inc. has been a family owned business since 1967 when it was started by brothers Roland and Joe Hisle. Now... we're in our third generation of offering the finest in farm and construction equipment. Jack, Butch, Wade, and all the staff at Hisle Brothers still strive to make whatever job that you need to get done, easier. We have been a Case Agriculture, New Holland Agriculture and Case Construction equipment dealer since 1967! We have a strong relationship CNH, and look forward to many more years of working with them to supply the finest in construction and farm equipment! Find your next purchase of equipment from our new, pre-owned equipment, tractor packages and parts databases today – http://www.hislebrothers.com/ 69 0 0 0 Case Agriculture New Holland Agriculture Case Construction http://www.hislebrother... 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:06 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170814102749765 149 0 TransportationIndust 2017-08-14 10:27:49 Fearing Fatalities State DOTs Completely Suspend Construction in Preparation for Historic Eclipse Road construction, municipal repairs, and commercial development all on hold in preparation for Aug. 21. Missouri DOT The Missouri DOT has created a separate website to inform visitors and residents of the upcoming eclipse. Aug. 21, 2017, by most measures will be a normal summer day for Nashville, Tenn. However a solar phenomenon that hasn't reached the U.S. in over a century will create a twilight zone feel across the state (and for that matter a large portion of the United States). What meteorologists are dubbing the "Great American Total Solar Eclipse" will be most noticeable along a 60-mile-wide stretch of land that happens to be directly over Nashville. The perfect location of the Music City has created a huge boost to the tourism industry with 50,000 extra visitors expected and another $15 million-20 million in potential revenue generated. While city officials have welcomed the boost, construction and public works administrators have uneasily accepted the work that comes with the influx. Construction timelines have been ramped up in the commercial sector to open new businesses, restaurants, and shops. Nashville's NBC affiliate reported historic wait times for contractors, and new commercial projects have been put on hold until after the eclipse. Infrastructure projects also have adapted timelines, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). Almost all state-run construction will be halted from Friday, Aug 18 to Tuesday, Aug 22. Other construction and non-emergency work will be limited based on the influx of tourists. Major roads in and out of the city are expected to be at a standstill as traffic floods highways, single-lane roads, and rural areas. Nashville airport has also begun preparing for incoming traffic after major airlines announced eclipse viewing flights. Tennessee is not alone in their pre-planning for eclipse related traffic. Most all of the states that fall in the eclipses path from South Carolina to Washington have limited or suspended construction during the week of the eclipse. Idaho: The DOT has announced they will suspend most construction and repairs Eclipse weekend. The state is currently developing an incident response plan as well as work schedule for flaggers to help with traffic. Deffenbacher, Justin All of these state DOT's are impacted by the eclipse Wyoming: The state will suspend road construction in heavy flow areas including areas within the path of totality. Nebraska: The state will suspend construction along highways and main thoroughfares. Wide load Construction vehicle permits will also be suspended. Kansas: Road construction will be suspended in the northeastern part of the state. Missouri: Missouri DOT dedicated an entire webpage to preparing its visitors and residents for eclipse related issues. As expected construction will be suspended. Illinois: The state has announced construction and repairs will come to a halt eclipse weekend. Non-essential state employees will not be required to come to work on the 21st. Kentucky: The southern portion of the state will see heavy traffic and possible construction stoppages. North Carolina: Road construction and repairs will be suspended in areas in and around the path of totality. South Carolina: All road construction and lane closures will cease the weekend prior to the eclipse. Oregon has imposed some of the most severe restrictions as Portland, the next largest city with similar views to Nashville, is expecting a record breaking influx of tourists. The state will "completely shut down" all road construction and repairs, as well as suspend all over width permits for construction vehicles. "We are expecting a million people in a state that has a population of four million. We have people that want to just pop in and drive up like it's a Saturday football game, it's not going to be like that. There is going to be no place to move, it's going to be compact," Oregon DOT spokesman Dave Thompson said. TDOT has developed an "emergency action plan" to limit accidents and incidents related to the crash. What crash? Starting a week before the eclipse, highway overhead signs will educate drivers. The department will also deploy more HELP trucks and create queuing areas for emergency personnel to assist in case of accidents. Intensive planning and coordination with several other state agencies, including the Highway Patrol and Emergency Management Agency, have left Tennessee well prepared. "Nashville is accustomed to large events, so we are not worried. Our goal is to be prepared to respond in the event it's necessary. Our biggest concern is people stopping either in a travel lane or along the shoulders during the eclipse," TDOT Communications Director B.J. Doughty said. Still, with two weeks to go until the "once in a lifetime event," construction and public works are already experiencing some of the effects. Changing schedules and adapting timelines have forced officials to slow down during their busiest construction season. For more stories like this, go to Concrete Construction. 68 0 0 0 Tennessee Idaho: Wyoming: Nebraska: Kansas: Missouri: Illinois: Kentucky: North Carolina: South Carolina: Oregon Concrete Construction 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:35 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170817123518504 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-08-17 12:35:18 Engcon Invests Millions In New Test Facilities Increasing Quality and Safety Strömsund, Sweden, August 16, 2017 – Engcon, world leader in tiltrotators for excavators, has intensified its quality efforts in recent years. As the next step in these efforts, Engcon is now investing in two automated test facilities at its factory in Strömsund, Sweden, where every Engcon tiltrotator will be tested before delivery to the customer. The development of these new test stations is a collaboration among Engcon, Electrum (the company that developed the computer software used during testing), and Specma (which supplied all the hydraulic components). Electrum and Specma are also Swedish companies. “We test all our tiltrotators and, in this new automatic test facility, we can conduct the same test procedure without being personnel-dependent. That's a strength,” says Håkan Näsström, test manager at Engcon. Slight testing variables due to human nature are eliminated. Extensive testing for increased quality All functions are tested to their limits. This ensures full mobility without risk of crushing. The hydraulics are also put under maximum load so that any leakage will be detected. Control systems and extra features are also tested. “All test data are stored in a database and linked to the respective tiltrotator being tested. This gives us unique control and increased quality with the possibility of detailed followup if there are any discrepancies,” says Mats Erik Wiktorsson, Quality Manager for the Engcon Group. Engcon is quality certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2015, which covers everything from how the company handles its clients, through documentation, processes and followup to pure product quality. In addition, Engcon's activities hold environmental certification in accordance with ISO 14001:2015. “The certifications are important for our credibility. We increase efficiency and quality through our quality work, which ultimately leads to better products that enhance customer profitability,” Mats Erik Wiktorsson concludes. About Engcon Engcon is the only company that manufactures a complete range of tiltrotators, quick couplers, control systems and tools for excavators in the 1.5-32 metric ton range. Engcon is a privately-owned Group with its parent company, Engcon Holding AB, based in Strömsund, Sweden. In 2016, the Engcon Group achieved $90 million in sales with 200 employees. In 2017, Engcon is establishing the company engcon North America Inc, in Connecticut and expanding its distribution and service network in the US and Canada. More at www.engcon.com/us. Press photos (The two last pictures; Mats-Erik Wiktorsson, Quality Manager at Engcon Group and Håkan Näsström, Test Manager at Engcons factory in Strömsund): 40 0 0 0 www.engcon.com/us Press photos 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:08 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170822162318909 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-08-22 16:23:18 VMAC Renews Quality Management Certification, Now ISO 9001:2015 Certified NANAIMO,BC - August 22, 2017 - VMAC has been awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification, which recognizes the company for outstanding attention to quality management and standardization, as well as a focus on continuous quality improvements. ISO 9001 is the most respected quality certification awarded by an independent auditor, and requires an organization to undergo comprehensive audits every three years, plus surveillance audits annually. This past June, two representatives of ISO (International Organization of Standardization) visited VMAC's office and manufacturing facility to perform the certification audit on VMAC's quality management system to upgrade the company from ISO 9001:2008 to the 2015 revision. The auditors also discussed VMAC processes, improvement initiatives, and the tools being used to ensure products and services meet the quality standards. "Once again, the VMAC team demonstrated with facts all the efforts, development, and continual improvement we strive for each day," says Sandra Amador, VMAC's Director of Continuous Improvement. "We have been approved for re-certification to the new revision of the standard ISO 9001:2015." The ISO 9001 certification follows criteria on seven different quality management principles, which include customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, improvement, evidence-based decision making, and relationship management. By meeting the criteria, 9001 certified companies, like VMAC, have proven their ability to consistently provide customers with high-quality, safe, and reliable products and services. "The quality management system was supported and tested in every department of our organization, and we demonstrated our work and commitment towards quality while maintaining focus on our strategic plans," notes Sandra Amador. "As an ISO 9001 certified company, VMAC is committed to achieving customer satisfaction through continual improvements in our quality of products and services." For more information visit www.vmacair.com. About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada. By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. 32 0 0 0 www.vmacair.com VMAC Lifetime Warranty 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:18 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170830093958516 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-08-30 09:39:58 VMAC Releases The New G30 Gas Engine Driven Air Compressor With Honda Gas Engine NANAIMO,BC - August 28, 2017 - VMAC has released the new G30 Gas Engine Driven Air Compressor, now powered by a Honda GX390 gas engine. The G30 offers up to 30 CFM at 100% duty cycle, making it the best choice for operators using air tools for light duty applications, including mobile mechanics, tire service technicians, and light duty contractors. "The G30, now powered by Honda, continues to lead the industry with reliability, durability, and performance, at the most affordable price available," says Mike Pettigrew, VMAC's Marketing Manager. "VMAC's G30 has always been the lightest, smallest, and most affordable gas engine driven rotary screw air compressor available, and now with the change to the Honda gas engine, it offers even more value to our customers." The change from the Subaru EX40 engine to the Honda GX390 engine is significant, as it represents several major improvements to VMAC's popular G30 air compressor. First, the gas engine driven air compressor is now 23% quieter at high idle, and 75% quieter at low idle. Second, it's 15% more fuel efficient, running longer on a single tank of gas. Third, the VMAC G30 now has improved operational performance at hot temperatures and high elevations. This rotary screw air compressor weighs just 205 lbs, delivers 30 CFM at 100% duty cycle, and does not require a bulky air receiver tank to be added to the service truck. The result is a 50% lighter and 50% more powerful air compressor, when compared to 22-30 CFM reciprocating gas drive air compressors with 30-gallon air receiver tank. The lightweight design means trucks can save up to 4% in fuel, while the compact size makes more space available in the back of the truck for tools and equipment. Like all VMAC air compressors, the VMAC G30 Gas Engine Driven Air Compressor is backed by a VMAC Lifetime Limited Warranty, while the Honda engine is supported by a 3-year Honda Limited Warranty. "The VMAC G30 gas engine driven air compressor is the best choice for customers that need the lightweight, compact performance of a rotary screw air compressor, at the lowest price possible," says Mike Pettigrew. "VMAC is thrilled to re-release the G30 with new benefits for our customers, thanks to the addition of the Honda gas engine." To celebrate the launch of the VMAC's new G30 Gas Engine Driven Air Compressor, VMAC is giving away a G30 at the ICUEE Show in Louisville this October. For contest details and to register for your chance to win, visit www.vmacair.com/G30Win. To earn a bonus entry, visit VMAC at ICUEE in booth #L336 or #2008 October 3-4, 2017. For more information about the VMAC G30, visit www.vmacair.com/g30. For hi res images please click here. About VMAC VMAC Global Technology Inc. designs and manufactures the most compact and powerful mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. VMAC (Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors) has earned a reputation for extraordinary build quality, durability and reliability in extreme conditions, among operators and fleet managers in the mobile mechanic, tire service, utilities, mining, oil and gas, and construction industries. VMAC is one of the only true air compressor manufacturers in North America, engineering and manufacturing air compressors and multi-power systems in British Columbia, Canada. By having complete quality control of the manufacturing process, this allows VMAC to confidently back their air compressors with a VMAC Lifetime Warranty. VMAC mobile air compressors and multi-power systems are sold through an extensive network of Dealers with locations throughout North America, United Kingdom, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and the Middle East. 20 0 0 0 www.vmacair.com/G30Win www.vmacair.com/g30 click here VMAC Lifetime Warranty 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:58 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170830104424353 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-08-30 10:44:24 Caterpillar Foundation Donates $300,000 to American Red Cross Relief Efforts as Texas Endures Hurricane Harvey Caterpillar Inc. and its dealers also making generators available for power needs PEORIA, Ill. — As Texas battles one of the worst storms to hit the state in decades, the Caterpillar Foundation is announcing a $300,000 donation to the American Red Cross to aid in immediate relief efforts. Hurricane Harvey, which made landfall as a Category 4 storm, is producing life-threatening flooding for both coastal and inland cities in Texas, which is now declared a federal state of disaster. "This is a devastating storm, and our hearts go out to the millions affected, including the thousands of Caterpillar employees in Texas along with their families," said Caterpillar CEO Jim Umpleby. "We know from decades of partnership with the Red Cross that this organization is unmatched at swiftly putting relief donations to work in the areas they're needed most." The safety of Caterpillar employees is the company's top priority. The company and its subsidiaries have more than 20 locations throughout Texas. Those in the high impact area closed Friday, August 25, to ensure employee safety, and Caterpillar will monitor operations at all Texas facilities as the storm continues. "In addition to the Red Cross donation, Cat dealers across the country, including three in Texas, are once again activating in the face of disaster. We are in close contact with them as they first provide for the safety of their employees, and continue to make available generators of all sizes, which are in high demand. Caterpillar has also begun sending power generation equipment from other parts of the country to the storm-ravaged areas and started staging equipment for the clean-up efforts that will soon come," continued Umpleby. In addition to this hurricane donation, the Caterpillar Foundation is also a member of the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program. This program provides a funding base that allows the Red Cross to respond immediately to the needs of individuals and families impacted by disasters. Caterpillar employee and retiree matching gifts are also available to assist in Harvey relief efforts. First Response Team of America, a long-time Caterpillar partner that is one of the first to arrive on the scene of disasters, is also on its way to the impacted areas. About Caterpillar For more than 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2016 sales and revenues of $38.537 billion, Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three product segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy Transportation - and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media. About Caterpillar Foundation Founded in 1952, Caterpillar's philanthropic organization, the Caterpillar Foundation has contributed more than $685 million to help make sustainable progress possible around the world by providing program support in the areas of environmental sustainability, access to education and basic human needs. To learn more about the global impact of the Caterpillar Foundation, visit www.togetherstronger.com. DOWNLOAD PDF Cat dealers across the country, including three in Texas, are activating in the face of disaster since #HurricaneHarvey struck. In this image, a Cat 745C Articulated Truck gives a ride down a Houston street to people evacuating their homes after the area was inundated with flooding. Photo credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images #BuiltForIt 23 0 0 0 caterpillar.com caterpillar.com/social-... www.togetherstronger.com DOWNLOAD PDF 0 1 -1 -1 0 1999-11-30 00:00:24 html 0 1 0 149 3 3 2 2 2 20170831145400362 149 0 INDNEWS 2017-08-31 14:54:00 Popular scale model Heavy Equipment products were featured TV in “GearZ Nation” At RC4WD, we've become synonymous with scale. While the majority of our customers enjoy our Kits and Ready to Run Trucks, we have experienced steady growth of interest in our Heavy Equipment offerings. And it's no wonder! Our Heavy Equipment comes in a range of different models and come in 1/12th and 1/14th scale. These products are hydraulic powered equipment that come fully functional and are provide the driver with the ability to lift some serious weight! One of our newest trucks is the 1/14 Scale Earth Hauler 797F Hydraulic Mining Truck (VV-JD00020) with a lifting force of over 200kg / 441lbs! More recently, three of our popular Heavy Equipment products were featured in GearZ Nation and demonstrated by the host Stacey David himself! These products include our VV-JD00015 - 1/14 Scale DXR2 Hydraulic Earth Dozer VV-JD00013 - 1/14 Scale Earth Mover 870K Hydraulic Wheel Loader VV-JD00017 - 1/14 Armageddon Hydraulic Dump Truck (FMX) The 1/14 Scale DXR2 Hydraulic Earth Dozer pushes dirt around like no other! With a heavy duty front welded steel bucket and metal tracks, this Dozer is no stranger to getting dirty. It can easily transport your dirt and other items just where you want it with the command of your fingertips on the provided 9 Channel 2.4GHz Radio. For more information, visit the product page here. Next on the list is the 1/14 Scale Earth Mover 870K Hydraulic Wheel Loader. And man, can this thing load! This Loader operates with a 2 speed transmission and a hydraulic brushless system. Similar to the last model, this product comes with an all metal, front molded steel bucket and operates on four massive tires and wheels. With a maximum bucket force of 70kg / 154lbs, this product is no stronger to lifting. For more information, visit the product page here. Finally, our 1/14 8x8 Armageddon Hydraulic Dump Truck (FMX) is THE Dump Truck of ALL Dump Trucks! Designed with a European style front cab, retractable steel ladder, molded functional fuel tank, fire extinguisher and much more, this product does not skimp on any of the details. It's full metal front and rear axle housing with 8 tires and wheels, provides a recommended payload of 15kg / 92lbs. The massive power is possible through it's 100KV high speed output brushless system, making it perfect for customers who require high production in construction or similar projects. For more information, visit the product page here. To check out the episode, check our blog for some reair dates/times here. 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