Yanmar Compact Equipment introduces the ViO35-7 mini excavator, featuring significant productivity, configuration and operator experience improvements. The 24.4 horsepower true zero tail-swing excavator offers 360-degree visibility, a 25% increase in travel speed under load and a 7% improvement in excavator efficiency. It fits perfectly in jobsites both big and small. The ViO35-7 stands out as a flexible and dependable model that provides an excellent power-to-size ratio and is easy to transport and simple to maintain, whether by an owner operator, contractor or rental fleet. Mini excavator features: 8,047-pound model has increased excavation capabilities thanks to greater breakout forces and improved … Read more
BITEC Consolidates Coatings Under Storm Breaker Brand
BITEC recently consolidated its roof coatings lines under the Storm Breaker brand, with the intention of promoting its extensive selection of silicone, SEBS, acrylic and urethane coatings under the Storm Breaker name. The tradename was acquired through the company’s acquisition of the Viking Products Group in 2024. BITEC will continue to promote its two aluminized coatings under the MAC brand and its line of adhesives under the PMA brand. Joel Shealey, president of BITEC, explains, “The Storm Breaker brand has gained wide recognition in the coatings market for its versatility and performance as a restoration coating. By integrating many of … Read more
Groundbreaking Celebrated on $2B Expansion Project for Vantage Data Centers
Work has begun on a $2-billion project to expand Vantage Data Centers’ campus in New Albany, Ohio. Turner Construction Company is serving as the general contractor on the project. The start of construction was celebrated with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by representatives from Vantage, Turner and leaders from local organizations. The campus is Vantage’s first project in the Midwest and will provide secure and reliable infrastructure for cloud technologies and artificial intelligence. Situated on 70 acres, the data center will provide 192 megawatts of capacity across more than 1.5 million square feet. It will be built in alignment with Turner … Read more
Amway Soccer Stadium Project Underway in Michigan
Grand Rapids, Michigan’s West Side is set to transform with the construction of a state-of-the-art soccer stadium, breaking ground in spring 2025 and expected to open in 2027. Spanning 134,500 square feet on an 8.2-acre site near Mt. Vernon and Pearl Street, next to the YMCA, the venue will seat 8,500 fans in a design tailored to create an electric atmosphere for soccer enthusiasts and community events, alike. Beyond sports, the Amway Soccer Stadium is envisioned as a catalyst for economic vitality, sparking growth for nearby businesses and strengthening the cultural fabric of the West Side. Combining cutting-edge design with … Read more
NCCER, Build Your Future Celebrate 2024 Careers in Construction Month Results
The National Center for Construction Education and Research and its Build Your Future initiative recently celebrated the 12th annual Careers in Construction Month. The campaign aimed to increase public awareness of construction careers and inspire the next generation of craft professionals. Requests to state governments to proclaim October as CICM were filed by residents in 26 states and U.S. territories, with 16 states issuing an official proclamation. Residents who submitted a successful proclamation request were entered into a raffle to win a BYF prize package. Congratulations to the 2024 winners: Arkansas: John Kelly, Systems Careers Virginia: Kristi Thomas, James River … Read more