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Industry News - 2019

  • In The Black: Limited Edition Mack Black Anthem Debuts At NACV

    Mack Trucks introduced the limited edition Mack Black Anthem, a special run of 500 Mack Anthem models that redefines what it means to operate in the black. Mack made the announcement during the North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) show Oct. 28-31 in Atlanta.

    Featuring a blacked-out exterior trim package and additional interior features, the Mack Black Anthem gives customers the opportunity to make a bold statement while still realizing the business benefits that come from partnering with Mack.

    “The limited edition Mack Black Anthem screams power and performance like no other truck on the highway,” said Jonathan Randall, Mack Trucks senior vice president, North American sales and marketing. “It’s a badass looking truck that puts our customers’ businesses in the black, thanks to the Anthem’s incredible fuel efficiency, together with our industry-leading uptime solutions and ever-strengthening Mack dealer support network.”

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    Dec 23, 2019 - 5 years ago

  • Wirtgen’s W 210 Fi Large Milling Machine: Master Of Efficiency In Action

    Achieving high quality at low costs and a reliable assistant at hand – for milling machine operators, Wirtgen‘s new large milling machines are an important aid in road rehabilitation.

    Milling layers separately

    A total of three W 210 Fi machines demonstrated the added value of their technological innovations during rehabilitation of the A 31 motorway, which connects the A 4 Milan-Venice motorway with the Alps. The task on a 1.4 km section in the province of Vicenza was to mill the pavement off to a depth of 22 cm near the Thiene exit. The lower base course was then stabilized with cement by a Wirtgen WR 250 recycler and soil stabilizer over an area of roughly 15,000 m² and subsequently compacted by Hamm rollers.

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    Dec 23, 2019 - 5 years ago

  • BOMAG & SMS Equipment Inc. Distribution Pact Paves The Way To New Roadbuilding And Construction Market Opportunities Across Canada

    BOMAG Americas, Inc. and SMS Equipment Inc. are pleased to announce their cooperation for the sale and support of BOMAG compaction, milling, paving and reclaiming/stabilizing equipment for roadbuilding and other construction market segments throughout Canada.

    On December 1, 2019, the collaboration brought together two companies with complimentary product offerings and a well-earned reputation as industry leaders. The 38 – branch, Canada wide network of SMS Equipment Inc. will pave the way for growth and expanded customer support for Canadian customers. For customers of SMS Equipment, the collaboration with BOMAG creates access to new, used and rental equipment, along with an unparalleled commitment to spare parts, planned service maintenance and repairs.

    “We are excited to form this new relationship and are proud to welcome SMS Equipment’s branches into the BOMAG network,” stated Rob Mueckler, President of BOMAG Americas. “There is no doubt BOMAG has aligned itself with the most solutions and customer-service oriented dealer in the Canadian construction sector in its partnership with SMS Equipment. This collaboration will enable BOMAG to expand its position in the roadbuilding sector even more rapidly from coast-to-coast across Canada.” SMS Equipment President and CEO, Mike Granger, said, “SMS Equipment focuses on providing solutions and ensuring our road construction customers have access to the best products. We represent world-class companies that also view customer support as their primary goal. BOMAG shares our commitment to customer value, product innovation, and helping our customers thrive, and we look forward to growth through this partnership.” 

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    Dec 19, 2019 - 5 years ago

  • Syncrude Reaches Three Billion Barrels Of Production

    Syncrude produced the three billionth barrel of crude oil at its Mildred Lake upgrading complex in October 2019, surpassing a milestone not reached by any other single source of oil production in Canada’s history.

    “We are proud to celebrate this remarkable achievement with our employees and retirees, whose tenacity and know-how enabled us to produce three billion barrels over the past 41 years,” says Doreen Cole, Syncrude’s Managing Director. “What’s always been consistent, from 1978 through to today is how the more than 24,000 employees in that time have worked together to produce the oil Canadians need responsibly."

    Doreen also thanked valuable partners in the region and beyond who helped contribute to this success which brings both economic and social benefits to our region, province and country. These partners include suppliers, contractors, Indigenous communities as well as local agencies and institutions. “You need strong partnerships to succeed and we’ve really benefited from productive relationships with so many different groups in the region,” she says. “This historic milestone could not have been achieved without their support. And it's an achievement we share with all of them.” 

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    Dec 17, 2019 - 5 years ago

  • The Cost of Doing Business: 3 Transportation Industry Trends for 2020

    There are many hot topics facing the transportation industry in 2020 and beyond.  From ever-changing industry regulations, new electronic logging device requirements, to the chronic driver shortage, even the most experienced fleet operators could be feeling uncertain about the future.  Here are three key topics that your business needs to consider to help you plan for the future.

    1. Electronic Logging Devices (ELD)

    The ELD mandate has already been implemented with all carriers in the US.  With Canada’s implementation date now set for June 2021, carriers and private fleet operators must now consider how this will impact their business operations.

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    Dec 12, 2019 - 5 years ago

  • Wirtgen Group Names Brandt Canadian Distributor.

    The Brandt Group of Companies has made a major product-line announcement. Effective December 1st, 2019, they have been named the Canada-wide dealer for the full range of aggregate and road construction and maintenance products from the Wirtgen Group.

    The Wirtgen Group is the #1 supplier in the world for the road construction machinery sector,

    incorporating Wirtgen milling, paving, and soil stabilization products, Vögele paving

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    Dec 12, 2019 - 5 years ago

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