PORTLAND & SEATTLE (July 11, 2017) – As a part of a comprehensive strategy to transform the construction industry through improved digital process in all phases of the project lifecycle, Viewpoint announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Dexter + Chaney. The addition of Dexter + Chaney’s product suite will be a powerful component of Viewpoint’s strategy to drive further the adoption of technology in construction.
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ROCK HILL, S.C. (July 6, 2017) — Atlas Copco has won a 2017 Red Dot Design Award for its 8-series portable air compressors, including the XAS 110 model available in the United States. The prestigious international awards honor outstanding product design.
INDIANAPOLIS (July 6, 2017) — The Board of Certified Safety Professionals' (BCSP) new Safety Management Specialist (SMS) certification had over 1,000 safety professionals sit for its beta exam between March 15 and May 12, 2017, and will be released in final form by July 31.
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INTERNATIONAL (July 7, 2017) — Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced that it is divesting its wholly owned British dealership to long-term distribution partner SMT.
NATIONAL (July 9, 2017) — Fred Whyte, former president of STIHL Inc., passed away July 7, 2017 surrounded by his family at his home in Virginia Beach, Va. after a battle with an aggressive form of cancer. He was 70 years old.
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Barko Hydraulics, LLC is proud to announce Crosby Equipment Company as its new dealer for logging and land clearing equipment in Georgia.
“Crosby Equipment Company is a great addition to our dealer network,” said Alecia McKay- Jones, dealer development manager for Barko. “They have strong knowledge of the forest products industry and are well positioned to serve loggers in Georgia.”
McCONNELLSBURG, Pa. (July 10, 2017) — JLG Industries Inc. announced that during the week of July 10, employees worldwide will be able to give 4 hours of their time to volunteer at charities. This is part of the access segment’s celebration of Oshkosh Corporation’s 100th anniversary.
NEW YORK (July 11, 2017) – The Dodge Momentum Index took another step forward in June, increasing 1.1 percent to 141.1 (2000=100) from its revised May reading of 139.6. The Momentum Index is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (June 30, 2017) — Zweig Group recently facilitated WGI’s acquisition of Carl Walker Inc., a deal that gives the buyer a 12th business line, nearly 400 associates, and an important footprint in five new states: Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, North Carolina and Texas.
IRVINE, Calif. (June 20, 2017) — MMFX Steel Corporation announces that it has partnered with a business development representative in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean: José Santiago Aponte will work with MMFX to sell and develop projects in the region. Aponte brings nearly 20 years of experience in construction management for water, wastewater and road infrastructure projects; he also has pharmaceutical plant project experience.
ARLINGTON, Va. (June 28, 2017) — The American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) applauds the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its June 22 final rule for Risk Evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
MILWAUKEE (June 28, 2017) – ICUEE, The Demo Expo is again teaming with the Call of Duty Endowment for an industry-giveback benefit auction at ICUEE 2017. All proceeds will go to the Endowment, which notes that every $619 raised helps a veteran obtain a good job.
MIDDLETOWN, N.Y. & ST. PAUL, Minn. (June 27, 2017) — Access: Supports for Living and 3M Personal Safety Division have expanded their partnership to begin production of the full line of 3M PELTOR earmuffs for the military, law enforcement and commercial segments. Access employs severely disabled individuals, including disabled military personnel and veterans, to help with the assembly and packaging of hearing protection products.
SUGAR LAND, Texas (June 27, 2017) — For the third consecutive year, construction software developer, HCSS, will host a scholarship program for college students in construction-related fields. This year’s application process kicks off August 1, and eligible students can visit www.constructioninternawards.com to register.
RACINE, Wis. (June 27, 2017)—CASE Construction Equipment dealer Southeastern Equipment Co.
MCCONNELLSBURG, Pa. (June 27, 2017) — JLG Industries Inc.
NATIONAL (June 27, 2017)—A crane operator from Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental maneuvered the Link-Belt crane into place. The weight of the plane was transferred from its display pedestal to the crane’s extended boom. The pedestal’s bolts were released one by one. With the last, the aircraft lurched free, and was briefly airborne once again.
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MILWAUKEE, Wis. (June 29, 2017) – In consultation with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Milwaukee Tool is voluntarily expanding the warnings and instructions of its M18 HIGH DEMAND 9.0 battery pack (model no.