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Gear

Stihl launches Rock Boss chainsaw-type concrete saw (WOC 2013)

Stihl introduced a new chainsaw type concrete saw, the Rock Boss 461 today here in Las Vegas at the World of Concrete. The Rock Boss can cut 15.7 inches deep and uses 20 percent less fuel than comparable two stroke engines, says Dan Pherson, product manager (pictured above with the Rock Boss), industrial & […]

February 5, 2013

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Ram becomes official truck of Bosch Power Tools (WOC 2013)

In an agreement that started at last year’s World of Concrete, Bosch Power Tools and Ram Truck have formed a marketing partnership that will see several forms, including cross promotion of a truck sweepstakes and joint product development. Bosch’s Christian Heine and Ram’s Robert Hegbloom made the announcement. “This helps strengthen both of our brands,” says […]

February 5, 2013

Gear

Caterpillar announces 450F backhoe with 5% more horsepower (WOC 2013)

Caterpillar started World of Concrete 2013 with a bang by announcing the new four-wheel-drive 450F backhoe during a press conference Monday night. Available in the second quarter of 2013, the 450F is designed for “big city markets,’ says Sherrie Carter with Caterpillar, offering lower noise and excelling in applications that require hammers or bucket thumbs. […]

February 5, 2013

Business

Contractor voices @ World of Concrete: Paul Kemper

We’re here in Las Vegas, Nevada for World of Concrete 2013. From time to time, we’ll be checking in with contractors attending the show for a quick chat. We’ll be offering up their observations about the industry and whatever else they’d like to share. First up is Paul Kemper of Kemper Kemper Trucking & Asphalt in […]

February 4, 2013

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Place your vote for the World of Concrete 2013 Most Innovative Product Award

We’re less than a month away from World of Concrete (WOC) but there’s already a way you can begin participating in the show. WOC has posted its nominees for the 2013 Most Innovative Product Award, featuring eight product categories. The 50 nominees were chosen because each offers a method to increase jobsite and plant productivity, […]

January 10, 2013

Business

World of Concrete reveals Crews That Rock 2013 winners

World of Concrete (WOC) has announced the top winners of its “Crews That Rock 2013” contest. Each crew will receive an airline credit and hotel stay for WOC 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada, plus other prizes and WOC swag. In the Commercial/For-Profit category, Hampton Commercial Construction won for the company’s Nebraska City Power Plant Silo […]

January 8, 2013

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Product Focus: World of Concrete

A cracker/crusher jaw set, a concrete claw, a portable rebar cutter and a zero tail swing excavator are among the products featured.

January 1, 2013

Construction Equipment

Dean & Derek participate in Crews That Rock

Dean & Derek, radio and television hosts of DIY Network’s Rock Solid, Indoors Out and PBS’s Victory Garden, have been signed to participate in the 2013 Crews That Rock Contest at WOC 2013. Dean & Derek will host the Crews That Rock 2013 winners’ reception, which celebrates the four winning crews, on February 6. […]

September 19, 2012

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World of Concrete hosts Crews That Rock contest

World of Concrete is hosting Crews That Rock, a contest to allow construction crews to show off the work they have done in 2012. BASF is sponsoring the competition, which is open for applications until November 30. Contestants can enter their projects under two categories: Community Service/Not-For-Profit or Commercial/For-Profit. Projects must be completed between January […]

July 17, 2012

Roadbuilding

Case: Full-sized excavator has increased fuel efficiency

Case Construction Equipment launched its new CX210C full-sized excavator at the World of Concrete in January. The company says the excavator achieves 160 net horsepower using Tier 4 Interim-certified cooled exhaust gas recirculation technology that burns cleaner while delivering superior horsepower. Boom Economy Control lowers engine RPMs during the boom down and swing operation; the […]

April 23, 2012

Roadbuilding

New Road Products

Including special coverage of the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) 42nd Annual Traffic Expo and more World of Concrete introductions

April 8, 2012

Roadbuilding

New Road Products

Including special coverage of the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) 42nd Annual Traffic Expo and more World of Concrete introductions

April 8, 2012