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Deere’s Ultimate Skid Steer Smackdown Takes A “D-Tour”
January 2010 Vol. 65 No. 1

The Ultimate Skid Steer Smackdown takes a “D-Tour” with the launch of John Deere’s new D-Series skid steers and compact track loaders (CTLs), including stops at trade shows and real job sites so operators can check out the company’s hottest pieces of compact iron.

New Web Site From Underground Tools
January 2010 Vol. 65 No. 1

Underground Tools Inc. has launched an interactive Web site with comprehensive information about the company’s wide range of wear parts for the underground construction industry.

Study Confirms Long Life Expectancy For PE Pipe In Muni Water Systems
January 2010 Vol. 65 No. 1

The Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) announced an ongoing study by Jana Laboratories confirms 100-plus year life expectancy for pipe made from polyethylene (PE) when used in municipal potable water systems.

January Newsline: EPA Cracks Down on Violations; Cat Invests in India; Stimulus Projects At Work
January 2010 Vol. 65 No. 1

EPA cites 14 municipalities for stormwater violations
Wind farm brings power to California
Tarlton completes historic engineering feat
Caterpillar to invest in India

Investments In Natural Gas Infrastructure Needed To Meet Projected Growth
January 2010 Vol. 65 No. 1

Projected growth in North American natural gas supplies and market growth in the U.S. and Canada will require billions of dollars of additional investment in pipeline, storage and other midstream infrastructure through 2030, according to a new study released by the INGAA Foundation Inc.

An End And Beginning For NASSCO Leadership
Irvin Gemora, NASSCO Executive Director
December 2009 Vol. 64 No. 12

As executive director of the industry's leading trade association, I've been honored to learn and grow in this important role during the past eight years. Our industry is still considered young and watching it grow has been exciting. As I look back, I think about all that has changed since I was a young sewer rat, literally getting down and dirty to learn on the job.

UCT Launches Damage Prevention & Safety Conference
Jeff Griffin, Senior Editor
December 2009 Vol. 64 No. 12

New to UCT iin 2010, the Damage Prevention & Safety Conference (DPSC) is a two-day program focusing on preventing damage to underground utility infrastructure and reducing safety risks related to accidental strikes of buried pipe and cable.

Ritchie Bros. Benefit and Public Auctions Scheduled for February
December 2009 Vol. 64 No. 12

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers will conduct its annual six-day unreserved public auction at its Orlando, Fla., permanent auction site from February 15 - 20, 2010. A week prior, Ritchie Bros. also will be conducting a live benefit auction on Feb. 8 at The Rental Show with all proceeds from the sale benefiting the ARA Foundation.

FERC Strategic Plan Stiffs Natural Gas
Stephen Barlas, Washington Editor
December 2009 Vol. 64 No. 12

Anyone looking for an acknowledgement in the new FERC strategic plan that the commission is focused on expanding pipeline infrastructure need not waste his time reading the 50-page document FERC Chairman Jon Wellinghoff issued in mid-October.

4th WaterWorks Conference Offers New Ideas, Strategies
December 2009 Vol. 64 No. 12

UCT offers a unique educational program specifically for those in the water works industry. The 4th Annual WaterWorks Conference offers a variety of new ideas and strategies throughout the one-day conference, which will be held on Jan. 19.

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