Wed February 19, 2014
LA Workers Break Record for Largest Concrete Pour
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A Los Angeles project laying the foundation for the tallest building west of the Mississippi has broken the world record for the largest continuous concrete pour, a Guinness World Records adjudicator said Sunday....
Wed February 12, 2014
Bevilacqua Asphalt Earns NAPA’s Diamond Achievement Commendation
Uxbridge, Mass.-based Bevilacqua Asphalt has earned the National Asphalt Pavement Association’s (NAPA) Diamond Achievement Commendation for Excellence in Asphalt Plant/Site Operations. A program that recognizes responsible asphalt operation practices and cultivates good community relations, the Diamond Achievement Commendation is a proud accomplishment, according to company owner Steve Bevilacqua....
Tue February 11, 2014
World of Asphalt, AGG1 Will Be Largest Ever
The 2015 World of Asphalt Show & Conference and AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo have each achieved record-breaking exhibit space and exhibitor participation; show registrations are trending very positive, and education ticket sales also are tracking upward....
Mon February 10, 2014
ABC Launches Concrete Registered Apprenticeship Program
Associated Builders and Contractors Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter (ABC) will launch a new Concrete Finishers Training Program at the William L. Henry Training Center in Kulpsville, Pa. This program will be on a condensed schedule, taking place Monday through Friday, Jan....
Fri January 31, 2014
Terex FD4000 Front Discharge Mixer Truck Features a Short Turn Radius, Upgrades
The Terex FD4000 front discharge mixer truck boasts significant steering and front suspension improvements that enable the truck to take advantage of the front axle’s full wheel cut capability, significantly reducing the turn radius, according to the manufacturer....
Fri January 31, 2014
Neal Manufacturing Offers DA-350 Dual Applicator
The DA-350 dual applicator by Neal Manufacturing, a division of Blastcrete Equipment Company, is a highly mobile machine that provides two powerful ways to apply sealcoat — the spray method and squeegee method — in one machine....
Fri January 31, 2014
Terex Bid-Well 4800 Paver Set to a Record 186-Ft. Width
In October 2013, paving crew members of the Tutor Perini Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood Venture tested the limits of the Terex Bid-Well 4800 paver when paving Taxiway Cell 3 at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida....
Fri January 31, 2014
Terex FDB6000 Front Discharge Mixer Truck Built With Features That Advance Efficiency, Mix Consistency
Boasting a long 206-in. (523.2 cm) wheelbase and 391-in. (993.1 cm) front axle to hydraulic tag axle span to meet Federal Bridge Formula standards, the Terex FDB6000 front discharge mixer truck now features barrel paddles inside the 11 cu....
Fri January 24, 2014
Bomag Introduces Economizer Technology for Mid-Sized BW138AD-5 Tandem Roller
Bomag’s Economizer is an optional feature on its BW138AD-5 roller, bringing compaction measurement technology to mid-size tandem vibratory rollers for the first time. The Economizer system saves time and money by providing operators with real-time data, thereby allowing continuous control of the compaction process....
Fri January 24, 2014
Bomag BM1200/30-2 Milling Machine Provides Mobility, Cutting Precision
Featuring a centrally mounted cutting drum that allows precise milling near walls, curbs and other obstructions, Bomag’s BM1200/30-2 cold planer milling machine is ideally suited for shoulder repair, utility and general surface milling applications....