Construction Equipment Weekly- November 24, 2009

Equipment Headlines

CE Lists 6 Safer Service Cranes
Crane manufacturers have been busy introducing new models of service cranes and supporting equipment designed to make work more efficient, productive and safe for mechanics. Construction Equipment's Mike Anderson explains the benefits and safety features of six of the newest cranes.
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Retrofit Rules Scrutinized Because of Researcher's False Credentials
The lead researcher who helped establish diesel-engine retrofit rules in California overstated his credentials, according to a report by KPBS Public Broadcasting. Although deemed sound by other scientists and experts, the research may have to be re-evaluated by the California Air Resources Board.
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Case 400 Series 3 Loaders Boast a Host of Upgrades
Case upgraded each of the eight models in its 400 Series 3 skid steers with horsepower and torque increases along with Tier-3-certified engines. As is often the case with emissions upgrades, horsepower and torque were bumped up for all of the models, but net horses jumped 16 percent in the 410 and a whopping 23 percent in 420.
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High-Speed Grading with a Dozer?
Equipment operator Spartakoos Valverdini didn't think it was possible, but he does now after spending a couple of days on a John Deere 750J crawler dozer equipped with Topcon's 3D-MC² machine control system.
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Western Star's "Low-Cost" 40-Ton Dump Truck
Western Star says its 40-ton dump truck is a lower-cost alternative to traditional haul trucks, and time will tell if it's as tough and long-lasting. The extra-heavy-duty vehicle was introduced in 2008 and is based on a 6900XD with a commercial-style on-road cab.
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Contractor News

A Refresher on the Basics of Engine Maintenance
Diesel engines are the predominant mode of running construction equipment and need special care to extend their life. Read on for tips on how to keep them running.
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What Keeps Equipment Users Committed to a Specific Supplier?
Dealers are cutting back on the very things that their customers demand: high level of service and support, and parts availability.
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RJS Construction Using High-Speed Dozer with GPS Machine Control
The second contractor to tie together Topcon's new machine control system with a high-speed dozer, RJS Construction says their John Deere 764 HSD grades at speeds as fast as 16 miles per hour, which helps the company save time, money, and equipment wear and tear.
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The Safe Road To Heavy Hauling
One of the most difficult tasks fleet managers routinely face is moving over-sized loads or heavy equipment from one location to another. But moving machines can be done safely with proper preparation, equipment and training.
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Contractors Cut 62,000 More Jobs in October
The 13 percent decline in construction jobs has far outpaced the 6 percent decline in construction spending so far this year. Heavy contractors have been cutting more than 10,000 jobs a month while heavy construction spending has been steady.
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Project Leads

Suffolk Country CR-67 Bridge Replacement, Islip, N.Y., $18 Million
Full replacement of bridge over the Long Island Expressway; installation of positive drainage facilities; installation of curb and sidewalk; full depth asphalt pavement construction; asphalt resurfacing; decorative landscaping; traffic signal modifications; traffic signal installation; and signage and new pavement markings.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Bituminous Overlay, Bairdford, Pa., $15 Million
Bituminous overlay between milepost 56.37 and milepost 67.49 in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. Bid Date: 12/09/2009, 11:00 a.m.

Eastern Iowa Airport Runway, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, $21 Million
Work consists of reconstructing the western 7,300 feet of Runway 9/27, including the intersection with Runway 13/31. The associated taxiway connections will also be reconstructed, with the exception of the removal of one taxiway connection. Bid Date: 12/14/2009, 7:30 a.m.

Source: Reed Connect
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