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Doosan Infracore’s new wheel loader model to lift greater loads

At this year’s World of Concrete, Doosan Infracore North America, LLC, debuted one of its new -7 Series wheel loaders, with the Doonsan® DL380-7, which will replace the DL350-5 in the company’s wheel loader lineup.


Putting safety first in Thorold Tunnel with crash cushion

Pen80 Products Inc. has announced the installation of SMA Road Safety’s (SMA) Hercules Crash Cushion (SMA Hercules), in Ontario’s Thorold Tunnel, which carries Highway 58 underneath the Welland Canal.


XL Specialized Trailers introduces new low-profile HDG trailer

XL Specialized Trailers has introduced the low-profile hydraulic detachable gooseneck (HDG) trailer to its lineup, which has been designed specifically to haul paving equipment and additionally can transport a multitude of machines.


Doosan raises its standards with improved crawler excavator

Designed for a long service life, operator-focused comfort, fuel economy, and jobsite durability, the Doosan® DX140LC-5 crawler excavator will replace the ‘dash-3’ model, featuring an extra-sturdy frame and reinforced superstructure.
 
 
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First Diesel Cedarapids CRH1316

The CRH1316 HSI plant is tough to match in productivity. This one piece towable portable plant features the Cedarapids IP1316 impact crusher, with its massive rotor, quick change impact bars, and heavy monoblock primary curtain, all designed for years of tough primary crushing. With a 52” x 20’ VGF, 11 yd3 hopper capacity and 400 hp crusher motor, this plant has the capacity needed to lead off most any large portable operation. The CRH1316 is now available with an optional 450 hp diesel engine package. » Learn more
 
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B.C. crews focus on highway and side road resurfacing projects

The Province of British Columbia (B.C.) has prioritized transportation infrastructure, by investing more than $70 million in highway resurfacing, and more than $20 million on sideroad improvements in the province’s southern Interior. » Learn more...
 
 
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Five strategies to improve the contractor profit margin

Construction is a high-risk, low-margin business, with some sectors faring better than others. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) asked three companies prominent in the industry, to discuss the reasons for lackluster profits and some profit-boosting strategies. » Learn more...

Brandt announces staffing investment with 1,000 new jobs

Brandt Group of Companies has announced its planned staffing investment, which is to hire more than 1,000 new employees by the end of 2021 for the company’s existing operations in the construction, forestry, agriculture, rail, mining, and steel industries. » Learn more...

RESCON prioritizes health and safety with current information on COVID-19 vaccines

The Residential Construction Council of Ontario looks to put the health and safety of the construction industry first, by making current information on COVID-19 vaccines and testing available, on the council's website. » Learn more...
 
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Window & Door Installer

Jensen Windows, located in Hamilton, Ont. Is looking for a full-time window and door installer. » Apply now

Construction Manager

Powell Foundations is looking for a full-time construction manager to work in Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ont. » Apply now

Construction Labourer (Groundsmen)

R&B Construction Services Inc., located in Acton, Ont., is looking for two, fulltime construction labourers (groundsmen). » Apply now

Junior Plumbing Estimator

Located in Woodbridge, Ont., ID Mechanical Inc. is looking for a junior plumbing estimator. » Apply now