Mon June 10, 2013
JCB Aims High With $68.5M Investment in Dieselmax 672 Engine
JCB announced plans to begin production of six-cylinder engines with the addition of the JCB Dieselmax 672 to its engine line-up. The introduction of the engine represents an investment of around $68.5 million....
Fri February 01, 2013
Lt. Governor Mary Taylor Addresses OAIMA Members
The Ohio Aggregates and Industrial Minerals Association (OAIMA) held its 2012 Annual Meeting and Trade Show recently in Columbus, Ohio. More than 450 industry personnel were in attendance along with more than 60 exhibitors....
Mon December 10, 2012
Newspaper Claims Officials Overpaid for I-69 Job Land
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Indiana state highway officials significantly overpaid for parcels of land in the Interstate 69 corridor, according to a newspaper investigation. INDOT said this summer that $162.6 million in state and federal funds were spent on right-of-way purchases for the 94-mi....
Fri December 07, 2012
OAIMA Holds Annual Trade Show, Meeting
The Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association’s annual meeting was held Nov. 15 and 16 at the Hilton at Easton in Columbus, Ohio. The event kicked off with a brief business meeting and elections and a talk by legendary OSU football coach, Earl Bruce....
Fri October 12, 2012
Skid Steer Grapple Rakes from AIM Attachments
AIM Attachments’ skid steer grapple rakes feature gusseted top clamps with guard-protected dual hydraulic cylinders; durable, wear-resistant steel construction and an all-new backframe design to allow better clearance for hydraulic hoses....
Mon September 10, 2012
Terex RS446D Reclaimer/Stabilizer Boasts Improved Efficiency
The new Terex RS446D reclaimer/stabilizer features a powerful 415 hp (309 kW) diesel engine that meets stringent Tier IVi and Stage IIIB emissions standards. The new engine configuration improves fuel efficiency over previous RS446 models and reduces noise levels to the operator’s ear by 5 dBA for improved operator comfort....
Nick Perry - ASSOCIATED PRESS - Mon August 06, 2012
Quake-Hit NZ City Aims to Rebuild With Campus Feel
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) A convention center, sports stadium and performing arts complex are among the big projects planned for a new-look downtown Christchurch after the New Zealand city was reduced to rubble by an earthquake last year....
Mon July 23, 2012
AIM Attachments Excavator Grapples Feature Durability
The AIM excavator grapple features AR 400 steel tines for durability. The structure of this grapple offers several options: a five tine design (two tines over three) or high capacity seven tine design (three tines over four) with a reinforced solid box body, a vast improvement over commonly used hollow box configurations....
Mon June 25, 2012
Pole Handler Features Three Axis Positioning
Attachments International’s pole handler is designed for all sizes of transport units but also adapts for units as small as skid steer loaders. In tight quarters such as alleys where large equipment can’t transport poles, large skid steer loaders can meet the need....
Mon June 25, 2012
AIM Attachments Special Pipe Grapples Offer Innovative Features
AIM Attachments special pipe grapples offer a combination of rugged construction and innovative features. Varying pipe diameters can be held securely at the same time due to stabilizing clamps. Important features include fully forged steel tines; oversized dual-arm top clamps connected with structural steel tubing; top clamps and stabilizer clamps articulated by quality hydraulic cylinders; high-strength structural steel backframe; and hose guards to protect exposed hydraulic lines....
