August 2009 Vol. 64 No. 8

<a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-newsline-senate-panel-cuts-epa-budget-update-sewer-debt-crisis#senate">Senate panel cuts EPA budget</a> <a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-newsline-senate-panel-cuts-epa-budget-update-sewer-debt-crisis?page=2#oversight">Oversight panel sought to end sewer debt crisis</a> <a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-newsline-senate-panel-cuts-epa-budget-update-sewer-debt-crisis?page=3#epa">EPA admonishes Ohio to fix sewer overflows</a>

Bobcat Co, West Fargo, ND, which is known for its skid-steer loaders, announced the donation of company records to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.

Integrated Pipeline Services Inc. announced July 1 that it had completed the acquisition of Sheehan Pipe Line Construction Company.

Domenic Ruccolo of John Deere recently testified before the U.S. House Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming on the benefits of efficient construction equipment.

The Michels' family is shown celebrating Michels Corporation’s 50th Anniversary at a reception and dinner near the company headquarters in Brownsville, WI.

The Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association (STI/SPFA) is hosting a 90 minute webinar training program on the design of steel pipe.

The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) announced findings August 25 from its comprehensive Damage Information Reporting Tool (DIRT) Report.

Bridgeport, N.J.-based Godwin Pumps teamed up once again in 2009 with Sunoco Philadelphia to participate in Operation Santa Claus, a gift drive organized by the Office for Youth and Young Adults of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Come to beautiful Oahu – The Gathering Place – to learn about the latest in Trenchless Technology from experts in the field through an informative technical program and product exhibit area.

Alternative fuels, including petroleum based diesel and gasoline with additives, are perceived by many to be a key element in reducing world dependency on oil.

<a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-rental-update-rental-hall-fame-heavy-equipment-rentals-new-site-rsc-and-more#hall"> Nominations open for Rental Hall of Fame</a> <a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-rental-update-rental-hall-fame-heavy-equipment-rentals-new-site-rsc-and-more?page=2#heavy">Heavy Equipment Rentals supports Cops for Kids</a> <a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-rental-update-rental-hall-fame-heavy-equipment-rentals-new-site-rsc-and-more?page=3#RSC"> RSC launches updated used equipment Web site</a>

Registration for <a href="http://www.uctonline.com/content/registration-open-register-early-and-ave" title="Register now">UCT 2010</a> is now open. If you aren’t familiar with Underground Construction Technology International Conference & Exhibition (UCT), you’re in for an amazing education!

The Barnett Shale is among the nation’s fastest growing natural gas fields. The formation encompasses more than 5,000 square miles and stretches from Dallas to Fort Worth, TX.

John Deere's Excavator Training Simulator, introduced about in 2008, has proved to be effective and popular, and the innovative training concept has been expanded to cover other machines.

Evans Construction Co. of Jackson, WY, recently installed a new eight-foot diameter lift station in the suburbs near Jackson Hole.

On October 26-27, find out how to get the solutions for your H20 transmissions. October 26-27, 2009

Honolulu, Hawaii will be the host of the 5th Annual Western Regional No-Dig Conference & Exhibition to be held Sept. 10-11, at the Sheraton Waikiki Resort located on Waikiki Beach in Oahu.

Bobcat’s new, M-Series compact excavators are re engineered to deliver increased performance in a lighter machine.

Though Bobcat Company officials are well aware the economy is struggling to recover from a world-wide recession, they recognized the need for continued product improvement.

Since inventing the skid steer loader more than 50 years ago, Bobcat has constantly improved loader design to make operators more productive and comfortable.

When Bobcat engineers began work on the E60 and E80 excavators, they committed to a completely new design that set a high standard by increasing service intervals, operator comfort and durability.

Caldwell’s Leveling C-Hook Pipe Lifter lets you place and position concrete pipe up to 8 feet in length in one operation.

DBI-SALA, a Capital Safety brand, has developed a self retracting lifeline (SRL): the Ultra-Lok RSQ SRL with Rescue.

The newest addition to Cretex’s product line of manhole sealing products is SealGreen Manhole Sealant.

InnoTek has developed special tools for tunneling boring machine (TBM) excavation that feature carbide inserts necessary for advancing the mechanical cutter.

The V500 low-profile vacuum excavator is designed to provide easier access to confined spaces.

The Radius HotShot rock bit helps small rig/short shot boring contractors make the shot and make a profit.

The VT-270 Vee-Twin is the simple, safe and fast way to strip cables from 5/16 to 2 1/8-inch O.D.

The new and improved high density self-ballasted Spectroline BIB-150P UV lamp is ideal for nondestructive testing, quality control, leak detection, UV curing and countless other industrial applications.

The Slurry Trap is a 20-gallon closed system that vacuums concrete/asphalt slurry, traps it in a reusable filter bag, and then pumps the filtered water back to the bit / blade for cooling.

Thompson Pump’s 6-inch, vacuum-assisted solids handling pump, the 6V, boasts a 3-inch solids handling capacity, and is versatile enough to handle sewage bypass pumping and general construction dewatering.

J. C. Lee Construction & Supply specializes in drainage projects, primarily the installation of cross‐pipes and under‐drains, for the highway‐heavy construction industry.

I read recently that a bipartisan group of lawmakers is proposing to raise about $10 billion a year for the rehabilitation of sewer and water systems. The funding sources?

<a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-business-news-american-augers-godwin-pumps-caterpillar-and-more#amer">American Augers</a> <a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-business-news-american-augers-godwin-pumps-caterpillar-and-more#gp">Godwin Pumps</a> <a href="http://www.undergroundconstructionmagazine.com/august-business-news-american-augers-godwin-pumps-caterpillar-and-more?page=2#cat">Caterpillar</a>

In celebration of its 40th year manufacturing skid steer loaders, Case Construction Equipment is launching the Case Rockin’ Block Party campaign.

Michels’ is now celebrating its rise from 64 to 53 on Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 400 Contractors.

Donna Stoughton of Charter Plastics Inc. has been named the chairman of the board of directors for the Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) Inc., a trade association representing all segments of the plastic piping industry.

The Senate Appropriations Committee is likely to approve a $3.6 billion for the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds in fiscal 2010, which begins Oct. 1.

Caterpillar Backhoes are ideal for demolishing concrete when paired with Caterpillar H45/H50/H63 hammers.

The Worksite Pro line for skid steers and compact track loaders include two “dozer” blades, five vibratory rollers, four cold planers, two tillers, and two hydraulic breakers (also works with compact excavators).

The M-4500 series hydraulic boring attachments are available in three distinct configurations: M-4500, M-4500SS and M4500MS.

The Bobcat M-Series skid-steers feature the S630 at a rated operating capacity (ROC) of 2,180 pounds and an operating weight of 7,707 pounds.

Four Caterpillar C-Series skid steer loaders B 246C, 256C, 262C, 272C B feature electro-hydraulic joystick control of the hydrostatic drive system and electronic torque management for smooth operation and high productivity.

The new Case 400 Series 3 skid steers feature radial- and vertical-lift configurations, redesigned cabs offering more room and better visibility, and superior serviceability for increased uptime.

The SK650 mini skid steer is equipped with a 31-hp Kubota turbo diesel engine, directing 20 net hp to the attachment.

The Model 325 skid-steer loader is equipped with a 70-hp turbocharged 5-cylinder Deere diesel engine that delivers 35 percent torque rise.

The SK815-5 skid steer loader is equipped with Komatsu’s patented Automatic Power Control, HydrauMind hydraulics and a standard two-speed transmission.

The new Vermeer S400TX mini skid steer, designed for rental and landscape contractors, features a 23-hp gas engine which produces 15 percent more horsepower than competitive models.

Models MC60B, MC70B, MC80B, MC90B, MC110B have operating capacities from 1,400 to 2,400 pounds and engine power from 45 to 80.5 net hp.