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Support Poles When Trenching/Excavating With VER-T-POL

The VER-T-POL, a product of Oklahoma Design Technologies, is used to support poles for trenching or excavation during utility work, such as replacing water lines and sewer lines.

PipeLine Machinery International Holds Open House, Demo

On Jan. 13, PipeLine Machinery International (PLM), the first Caterpillar dealership without geographic borders, held a grand opening of the company’s new equipment yard and a working demonstration of the DECKHAND Pipe Handling System, exclusively distributed by PLM.

Case Introduces F-series Wheel Loaders

Case Construction Equipment introduced Jan. 18 three new F Series wheel loader models. The new machines provide faster acceleration, quicker cycle times and higher travel speeds while delivering as much as 17% greater fuel efficiency.

PLCA Activity Levels Remain High

Since its inception, a primary responsibility of the Pipe Line Contractors Association (PLCA) has been to negotiate collective bargaining agreements with the four international unions with pipeline jurisdiction--the Teamsters, United Association, Operating Engineers and Laborers.

OSHA withdraws proposed interpretation on occupational noise

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced Jan. 19 that it is withdrawing its proposed interpretation titled “Interpretation of OSHA’s Provisions for Feasible Administrative or Engineering Controls of Occupational Noise.”

UCT Exhibitor Spotlight: Superior Drillpipe Turns Up The Heat

Superior Drillpipe has just passed its third year in business in Houston, TX, and the company is going strong despite the tough times it’s growing up in. “Business is very good,” said Superior’s Kris Mudge, in an interview with Underground Construction. “We’ve got a nice backlog into 2011.”

HammerHead Trenchless Equipment Adds Staff

HammerHead Trenchless Equipment of Oconomowoc, WI, announced the addition of Ryan Boldan to its sales team and Paul Rogers as global accounts manager.

Roger Kirwan Retires From Vacmasters

Roger Kirwan, vice president of marketing for Vacmasters, Denver, CO, has retired after working 17 years with the company. Considered by many to be an expert in air-vacuum excavation, Kirwan spent his career at Vacmasters advising the community in the best practices when considering excavation work where underground utilities are present.

Hawaii Updates Its Infrastructure

Rev. William Kaina blessed the new micro tunnel-boring machine during the christening ceremony in Honolulu, HI. He is standing with Patricia Coluccio next to one of the CCFRPM pipes.

UCT Daily News: Thursday, Jan. 27

UCT's second day came through with talked-about educational sessions and busy aisles. But perhaps the highlight of the day for most was a lively evening starting at the UCT Networking Reception, where exhibitors, speakers and attendees were invited to enjoy free drinks and appetizers. Exclusive pictures and the show daily for Thursday available inside.