Looking into the Crystal Ball

As 2013 winds down, experts are starting to get a better idea of how 2014 is going to look. McGraw Hill Construction, part of McGraw Hill Financial, just released its 2014 Dodge Construction Outlook, a mainstay in construction industry forecasting and business planning. The report predicts that total U.S. construction starts for 2014 will rise 9 percent to $555.3 billion,…

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Explosives Safety and Security Critical for Aggregates Producers

The Department of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) plays a vital role in regulating and educating the explosives industry and in protecting the public from inadequate storage and security. Federal explosives law and regulations provide requirements and standards for the secure storage of explosives materials. To maximize the effects of regulatory compliance, the following voluntary suggestions, developed in partnership…

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Reporting Explosives Theft or Loss

Report thefts or loss of explosive materials to the United States Bomb Data Center (USBDC) 800-461-8841 or 888-283-2662 (ATF-BOMB). The USBDC staff is available to provide guidance to industry members on how to complete properly reports of a theft or loss. In the event that missing explosives are found, or stolen explosives are recovered and returned, please notify the USBDC…

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CASE Debuts Equipment at Wisconsin Event

CASE Construction Equipment launched its new M Series line of dozers at a special media presentation held at its proving grounds in Tomahawk, Wis. Rock Products was on-hand for the event. One of the new machines – the 2050M – is a 214-hp dozer/ripper machine targeted to the aggregates market.

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Geith Buckets

Designed for use with excavators ranging in size from 8 to 75 tons, Geith heavy duty buckets are ideal for loading applications involving soil, dirt and gravel. Available in a wide variety of sizes, Geith heavy duty bucket models weigh between 783 and 8,576 lb., with the largest model boasting a heaped capacity of 5-1/4 cu. yd. Standard design features…

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Terex Loader Offers Higher Production, Lower Emissions

The Terex TL120 wheel loader comes with a Tier 4 interim 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine with intercooler, as well as the new Terex Smart Control operating system, and a quieter cab offering a better view to the ground for the operator and a new cooling system, the company said.

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Cat Multi-Terrain Loaders for Multiple Uses

Caterpillar offers three Multi-Terrain Loaders (MTLs) that feature a completely new cab with designs that enhance operator comfort and control; new lift-arm design for improved sight lines; and increased engine performance for greater productivity.

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