Katherine Petrik – CEG Editorial Assistant - Tue November 23, 2021
VIDEO: Walsh Puts Merchant's Bridge Back On Track
In 2018, Walsh Construction, one of the largest contractors in the United States, began a $172 million project to rehabilitate the historic Merchant's Bridge — the oldest rail structure over the Mississippi River....
Bomag - Thu November 18, 2021
Bomag Americas, CMW Equipment Expand Coverage in Missouri, Southern Illinois
Bomag Americas, a manufacturer of soil, asphalt and landfill compaction equipment, announced it is expanding its partnership with CMW Equipment in Missouri. CMW Equipment helps its customers "Think Further with Bomag" by helping pave the way for growth in Missouri's and southern Illinois's roadbuilding and construction markets, according to the company....
Katherine Petrik – CEG Editorial Assistant - Wed November 10, 2021
Altorfer CAT Hosts Women of Asphalt Illinois Meet and Greet
The Illinois chapter of Woman of Asphalt, a national coalition supporting women in all aspects of the asphalt industry, gathered on Oct. 26 for a Meet and Greet, hosted by Altorfer CAT in Mokena, Ill. Board members were on hand to meet with members and also to bring awareness to the new chapter and to build membership....
AASHTO - Tue November 09, 2021
Illinois DOT Begins Work On $1.2B Highway Rebuild
The Illinois Department of Transportation recently embarked on a six-year, $1.2 billion plan to rebuild I-80 in Will County, replacing more than 50-year-old infrastructure on a condensed timeframe to position the region for long-term economic opportunity....
Trail King - Wed November 03, 2021
Trail King Industries Adding Two New Dealers to Network
Trail King Industries, a North American trailer manufacturer, continues to expand its dealer network. Recently, the company announced the addition of two new dealers to its network:Frost Machines — Cody, Wyo....
Illinois Tollway - Wed October 27, 2021
Illinois Tollway Approves $332.2M for Construction, Professional Contracts
The Illinois Tollway board of directors on Oct. 21 approved three construction and professional engineering services contracts totaling more than $332.2 million, including contracts supporting construction of the new I-490 Tollway and reconstruction of the Central Tri-State Tollway (I-294)....
Katherine Petrik – CEG Editorial Assistant - Wed October 27, 2021
Illinois Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Gary Rabine Makes His Case With IED
The Illinois Equipment Distributors' (IED) held its annual business meeting on Oct. 20 at Venuti's Italian Restaurant in Addison, Ill. Gary Rabine, Republican candidate for Governor of Illinois, was invited to speak to members of the organization....
IAAP - Tue October 26, 2021
IAAP Sees Strong Support at Its Annual Golf Outing
A beautiful day welcomed 183 golfers to the Sept. 16 golf outing held at WeaverRidge and Coyote Creek golf clubs in Peoria, Ill. Due to the strong support of everyone attending, this outing raised $10,920 for the IAAP Political Action Committee....
John Deere - Thu October 14, 2021
Special Application Vehicles are Equipped to Help First Responders
For several years the fire fighters in Silvis, Ill., tried unsuccessfully to find funding for a Special Applications Vehicle (SAV) to fight grass fires and other community emergencies. That's why when they recently received a SAV, donated by John Deere, it created so much excitement in the department, Silvis Fire Chief John Winters said....
CEG - Wed September 29, 2021
Altorfer CAT Celebrates Opening of Its New Illinois Facilities
To celebrate the opening of its new facilities, Altorfer CAT celebrated with its customers at open houses throughout the month of September. The four new locations are in Mokena, Ill., East Dundee, Ill., Addison, Ill., and Naperville, Ill....
