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  • Gilbane Publishes Fall 2012 Construction Industry Economic Report

    Report Outlines Fluctuation in Construction Spending; Predicts Continued Movement Toward Recovery
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  • Caterpillar Goes ‘All-In’ On Natural Gas at HHP Summit 2012

    First-ever HHP Summit attracted hundreds of executives from across the globe representing the rail, marine, mining, drilling, earthmoving and power generation industries   HOUSTON (Oct. 3, 2012) – Caterpillar Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives, announced at the inaugural Natural Gas for High Horsepower Applications (HHP) Summit on Sept. 27 its intentions to go ‘all-in’ on natural gas and produce even more natural gas-fueled equipment and engines for a variety of applications. Joel Feucht, Caterpillar’s director of gas engine strategy for the energy and power systems businesses, made the announcement during his keynote address at HHP Summit 2012, a first-of-its-kind event that examined the economic and environmental benefits of using…
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  • Fatal Work Injuries Dropped in 2011

    Preliminary Report Shows Slight Drop in Fatal Workplace Accidents in 2011   WASHINGTON (October 2, 2012) – Preliminary results from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries were released today. Findings show that the number of fatal work injuries in 2011 was slightly lower than final results from 2010. Last year, 4,609 workers died from work-related injuries, down from a final count of 4,690 in 2010. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis issued the following statement in response to the census: “Today’s report shows a decline in the number of workplace fatalities. It’s a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done. We will continue to collaborate with employers, workers, labor leaders, and safety and health professionals to…
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  • MINExpo 2012: Hyster Tire Handler

    Hyster demonstrates a tire loader for mining haul trucks at MINExpo 2012.
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  • MINExpo 2012: The Helac Power Tilt

    Jessica Howisey of Helac shows us the Helac Power Tilt at MINExpo 2012.
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  • MINExpo 2012: SKF

    Joe Esmoer from SKF shows off a fault-finding device for mining applications at MINExpo 2012.
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  • 3 Steps to Minimize Jobsite Errors

    Minimizing costly jobsite errors with a simple process shift.
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  • A Simple Sales System for Winning More Work

    The key to winning more work than your competitor is to be more aggressive.
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  • Quick Coupler Basics

    Sad recommends the following additional quick coupler safety tips.
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  • Construction Business Owner Magazine Hires Associate Editor

    Cahaba Media Group is proud to announce the addition of Robert Ring to the editorial team of Construction Business Owner, the leading business magazine for contractors. He will serve as the magazine’s associate editor. “Robert is an intelligent, experienced writer and editor,” says Michelle Segrest, VP of Editorial for Cahaba Media Group. “He is already developing key relationships in the construction industry and is making a substantial impact on the high quality of content of Construction Business Owner.” Ring has an English degree from Auburn University and earned an MBA from UAB. “With a strong business background, he brings an understanding of management principles that complement the magazine’s editorial focus,” says Jeana Durst, editor of Construction Business Owner. Ring also has experience in web development…
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  • Nine Governor Proclamations Signed in Recognition of SteelDay September 28

    Nine governors officially recognize the steel industry’s contribution to American infrastructure.   CHICAGO, Ill. (September 27, 2012) – The governors of Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Rhode Island and West Virginia have designated Friday, September 28, 2012, as SteelDay in recognition of the structural steel industry’s contribution to America’s infrastructure, economy and employment. This year’s fourth annual SteelDay, hosted by AISC, its members and partners, is expected to be celebrated at about 170 event locations all over the country and features free educational and networking opportunities for the design and construction community and the public. SteelDay proclamations were signed by: •    Governor Janice K. Brewer of Arizona•    Governor John Hickenlooper of Colorado•    Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter of Idaho•    Governor Pat Quinn of Illinois•   …
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  • Second Annual Cintas and Carhartt Cold Crew Contest Announced

    Cintas launches second annual online contest honoring North America’s toughest cold weather workers     CINCINNATI, Ohio (September 20, 2012) – Following the success of last year’s Cintas & Carhartt Cold Crew Contest, Cintas Corporation has launched a second annual campaign to recognize individuals in the U.S. and Canada who withstand the toughest winter working conditions. Contestants are encouraged to share their stories and explain why Carhartt workwear is essential to their jobs at http://www.cintas.com/carharttcoldcrew for their chance to win free merchandise and a grand prize trip for two. Entries will be accepted now through February 28, 2013, at which time Cintas and Carhartt will select finalists and begin public voting at the contest website. The grand prize winner will be announced in April, and…
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