Category: Construction News
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ISO Standards: How Contractors Can Prepare for MEWPs Design Updates
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in Accessories, Attachments, Boom Lifts, Construction News, Construction Safety, Construction Technology, Equipment, Featured, Lifting, Lifting & Material Handling, Lifting Equipment, Mobile Elevating Work Platforms, Other Equipment or Fleet Hardware, Other Equipment or Fleet Management Software, Other Technology Solutions, Rental, Safety Equipment – Other, Scissor Lift, Scissor Lifts, Technology, Vertical Lift, Vertical Mast LiftsA new international standard is reshaping how controls are designed on mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), including boom lifts and scissor lifts. ISO 21455, titled Operator’s controls – Actuation, displacement, location and method of operation, was published in 2020 to improve operator safety and reduce the risk of accidents caused by inconsistent control layouts. Australia…
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Construction Leaders Double Down on Workforce Planning Amid Labor Crisis
A new industry report from Bridgit reveals that 98% of construction leaders plan to increase investments in workforce planning over the next year, with nearly all turning to AI, automation and advanced analytics to navigate the construction industry’s intensifying labor crisis. The 2025 State of Workforce Planning report surveyed hundreds of construction executives across operations, project management, human resources,…
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FAYAT To Acquire LeeBoy From ST Engineering
Late last night for those on the east coast of the United States, the news dropped that FAYAT Group signed a definitive agreement with ST Engineering to acquire LeeBoy, the well-known U.S. manufacturer of road construction and maintenance equipment. This move represents a strategic expansion for FAYAT, deepening its presence in the North American market…
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FAYAT To Acquire LeeBoy From ST Engineering
Late last night for those on the east coast of the United States, the news dropped that FAYAT Group signed a definitive agreement with ST Engineering to acquire LeeBoy, the well-known U.S. manufacturer of road construction and maintenance equipment. This move represents a strategic expansion for FAYAT, deepening its presence in the North American market…
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Volvo Appoints New VP to Lead Aftermarket Parts Sales
The Volvo Group has named Richard Simons as the new Senior Vice President of Aftermarket Parts Sales for both Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks, effective June 30. Simons brings three decades of experience in the commercial transportation industry, having held senior roles in parts, service, and remarketing with other major equipment manufacturers. Originally…
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FAYAT Group Acquires Mecalac to Expand Urban Construction Equipment Offerings
FAYAT Group has acquired full ownership of the Mecalac Group, a manufacturer known for its range of compact construction equipment designed for urban job sites. Mecalac’s product lineup includes excavators, loaders, dumpers and backhoe loaders, with manufacturing operations in France, Germany, the UK, and Turkey. With this acquisition, Mecalac becomes part of FAYAT’s Road Equipment…
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Komatsu Expands Dealer Network with Core Machinery Acquisition
Komatsu has expanded its footprint in the Southwestern United States by transitioning ownership of six Core Machinery dealerships into its company-owned network. The move aligns with Komatsu’s broader mining strategy and adds new locations across Arizona and California. The six locations include three in California — Bakersfield, Mojave and Perris — and three in Arizona…
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ABC: Nonresidential Construction Spending Slips Again in April Amid Economic Pressures
National nonresidential construction spending edged down 0.1% in April, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau, analyzed by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). On a seasonally adjusted annual rate, total spending in the sector reached $1.248 trillion. Six out of 16 nonresidential subcategories saw month-over-month declines. Private nonresidential construction dipped by 0.5%,…
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JPRO Update Adds CARB Pre-Scan Capability and Expands Off-Highway Coverage
Noregon has released an update to its flagship JPRO diagnostic software, adding a new feature designed to help users comply with California’s Clean Truck Check regulation. The update also includes significant coverage expansions for both on-highway and off-highway vehicles. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) recently implemented the Clean Truck Check, requiring most heavy-duty vehicles…
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Superior Industries Awarded Patent for Recirculating Conveyor on Sentry HSI Plant
Superior Industries, a U.S. manufacturer of bulk material processing and handling equipment, has been granted a patent for the recirculating conveyor system used on its Portable Sentry Horizontal Shaft Impactor (HSI) Closed Circuit Plant. The patented design feeds recirculated material back into the crusher with a centered and consistent flow, helping to evenly distribute wear…