Brenda Ruggiero – CEG Correspondent - Mon September 23, 2019
Maryland Tackles Major Culvert Replacement Operation
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is undertaking a large project to replace 46 aging culverts along MD 77 (Foxville Road) in Frederick County. Beginning early in September a portion of the roadway was closed and detoured to expediate work on the culvert replacements....
John Deere - Thu September 12, 2019
John Deere Extends 20,000-Hour 944K Hybrid Wheel Loader Warranty
Confident in the strength and long-lasting design of its machines, John Deere is extending the eight-year/20,000-hour power electronic components warrantyon the 944K hybrid wheel loader. The warranty supports John Deere's commitment to the durability and reliability of its popular 944K hybrid wheel loader, which was recently named as a finalist for the Diesel Progress Summit Awards in the Electrification Application of the Year category....
Fri August 30, 2019
Deere & Company Elects New CEO, Board Member
The Deere & Company board of directors elected John C. May as a member of the board, effective immediately, and to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective Nov. 4, 2019. May has served as Deere's president and COO since April 2019....
Ken Liebeskind -CEG Correspondent - Wed August 28, 2019
Construction of Bennington Historic District Begins
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Aug. 7 to launch the revitalization of Bennington, Vt.'s Putnam Block that will transform three historic buildings into a vibrant urban hub. Bread Loaf Corp. , Middlebury, Vt., is the lead contractor and has begun the job with demolition and abatement work, according to client services manager Paul Wyncoop....
Cindy Riley – CEG Correspondent - Tue August 27, 2019
Pipeline Brings More Water to Boulder Area
At a cost of $45 million, construction crews in northern Colorado are working on a pipeline project that will provide a secure, year-round water supply in Boulder and Larimer counties. Upon completion, the Southern Water Supply Project II (SWSP) pipeline will bring additional Colorado-Big Thompson Project and Windy Gap Project water to the city of Boulder, town of Berthoud, Left Hand Water District and the Longs Peak Water District....
CEG - Wed August 21, 2019
Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Celebrates Grand Opening of Brand New Facility in Brunswick, Ohio
Bill Buckles, president of Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. (second from R), receives a proclamation from Grant Aungst, community and economic development director of Brunswick, Ohio. Also pictured are Carl DeForest, Brunswick city manager, Mike Slinger, Midwest regional director — Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co....
John Deere - Wed August 14, 2019
John Deere Rolls Out Powerful L-Series Wheel Loaders
Designed for the toughest and most demanding work sites, the new John Deere Class Production Class L-Series wheel loaders offer customers the power and comfort they need on the job. Three models — including the 744L,824Land 844L— are equipped with a roomier cab, new electrohydraulic (EH) controls and an improved HVAC system, resulting in better overall all-day comfort and productivity, according to the manufacturer....
Irwin Rapoport – CEG Correspondent - Mon August 12, 2019
Lead Engineering Weathers Challenges of I-95 Re-decking
The $13.46 million re-decking of four bridges along Interstate 95 in Port St. Lucie at Glades Cut Off Road (County Road 709) and Ten Mile Creek (just south of Okeechobee Road/Exit 129) will be completed in weeks, much to the relief of motorists that are now able to enjoy a smooth ride....
CEG - Thu August 08, 2019
Warrior Tractor's Grand Opening of New Graysville, Alabama Facility
Wielding the big scissors and performing the ceremonial cutting of the ribbon was the mayor of Graysville, Ala., Julio Davis, and Gene Taylor, owner of Warrior Tractor, flanked by dignitaries and key staff members of Warrior Tractor....
Nortrax - Thu August 01, 2019
Nortrax Locations in New Hampshire and Vermont Become Wirtgen Group Dealers
The Nortrax locations in Pembroke, N.H., and Springfield, Vt., will become distributors of Wirtgen Group products. These locations will have responsibility for servicing and supporting Wirtgen Group customers for the entire state of New Hampshire and the eastern counties of Vermont....
