Sep
21
Michelin Celebrates the Spirit of Exploration and Travel with Nationwide Rock-Painting Contest
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In the early days of motoring, Edouard and Andre Michelin introduced the famed Michelin Guide to encourage people to drive their automobiles farther and more frequently. They encouraged people to explore and sightsee as they traveled, enjoying their newfound mobility. Celebrating the same spirit of exploration and mobility that continues today,...
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Sep
21
TRIP Reports: More Than 300 Connecticut Bridges – Carrying 4.3 Million Vehicles Daily- Are Structurally Deficient. Connecticut Is Ranked Fourth Nationally In Share Of Older Bridges.
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More Than 300 Connecticut Bridges – Carrying 4.3 Million Vehicles Daily- Are Structurally Deficient. Connecticut Is Ranked Fourth Nationally In Share Of Older Bridges. Report Identifies Connecticut Bridges In Need Of Repair, Replacement More than 300 Connecticut bridges (20 feet or longer), carrying 4.3 million vehicles daily, are structurally deficient, according...
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Sep
20
TRIP Reports: WISCONSIN MOTORISTS LOSE $6.8 BILLION PER YEAR DRIVING ON ROADS THAT ARE ROUGH, CONGESTED & LACK SOME SAFETY FEATURES – UP TO $2,300 PER DRIVER. LACK OF FUNDING WILL LEAD TO FURTHER DETERIORATION, INCREASED CONGESTION AND HIGHER COSTS TO DRIVERS
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Roads and bridges that are deteriorated, congested or lack some desirable safety features cost Wisconsin motorists a total of $6.8 billion statewide annually –up to $2,321 per driver in the state’s largest urban areas – due to higher vehicle operating costs, traffic crashes and congestion-related delays. Increased investment in transportation...
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Sep
14
What to Consider When Adding Mobile Lube Equipment to Your Fleet
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Sep
14
The Construction Industry Institute (CII) Hosts Annual Conference In Indianapolis
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Sep
14
ARTBA Moves to End Federal Procurement Rule Stifling Use of Innovative Products on State Highway Programs
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Sep
17
Tom Ewing’s Environmental Update
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* DOE’s Biological and Environmental Research Advisory Committee (BERAC) announced its next meeting dates: October 18 & 19; the 2nd day is a half-day session, in Rockville, MD. The BERAC meets two to three times each year. It met last in April. The purpose of this Advisory Committee is to...
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Sep
10
Tom Ewing’s Environmental Update
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* The US House Subcommittee on Environment, chaired by Rep. John Shimkus (R-IL), took up issues related to PFAS exposure at a hearing last week on September 6th. Shimkus said the hearing was to start “the dialogue on PFAS,” taking stock of what the government knows, what efforts might best...
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Sep
04
Tom Ewing’s Environmental Update
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* Last week’s Update mentioned that of the public water systems tested so far (50%) by Michigan’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) just one – City of Parchment – showed elevated levels of the contaminant PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). On 08/27 DEQ updated that investigation, lifting the “Do Not Drink”...
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Sep
14
What to Consider When Adding Mobile Lube Equipment to Your Fleet
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Aug
21
Volvo Mid-Size Loader Updates Deliver up to 25% Greater Fuel Efficiency
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The L60H, L70H, and L90H 2.0 wheel loaders offer improved fuel efficiency, higher tipping loads and maintenance-friendly features. “With the L60H and L70H joining the previously announced L90H 2.0, we have completed the H-Series 2.0 update for our mid-size wheel loaders,” said Chris Connolly, product manager, wheel loaders, Volvo Construction Equipment....
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Aug
21
CATERPILLAR INTRODUCES 5-SEAT UTILITY VEHICLES
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Last year, Caterpillar announced the introduction of it’s first-ever Cat® utility vehicles – the gasoline-powered Cat CUV82 and diesel-powered CUV102 D. To expand that offering, the product line now includes the gasoline-powered Cat CUV85 and diesel-powered CUV105 D. The CUV85 and CUV105 D both feature a spacious second row to...
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Sep
21
Michelin Celebrates the Spirit of Exploration and Travel with Nationwide Rock-Painting Contest
21
In the early days of motoring, Edouard and Andre Michelin introduced the famed Michelin Guide to encourage people to drive their automobiles farther and more frequently. They encouraged people to explore and sightsee as they traveled, enjoying their newfound mobility. Celebrating the same spirit of exploration and mobility that continues today,...
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Sep
12
AEM Announces CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 Expansion
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CONEXPO-CON/AGG Shares Video Look at 2020 Show Footprint with Las Vegas Festival Grounds CONEXPO-CON/AGG is expanding the 2020 show footprint to include the Las Vegas Festival Grounds (1.5 million square feet), located on the Las Vegas Strip adjacent to the Circus Circus Hotel. Show Management recently conducted a tour of the space...
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Sep
10
John Deere and Wacker Neuson Enter Into Strategic Supplier Agreement for Compact Excavators
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As demand for John Deere construction equipment increases around the globe, the Moline-based manufacturer is entering into a strategic supplier agreement with Wacker Neuson to initially provide compact excavators in China, Southeast Asia, and Oceania. The models will range from 1.7-7.5 tons (1700-7500 kg) and are specifically designed and manufactured...
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