In Memoriam: Jim Barbera, Barbco Founder
byBarbco founder James “Jim” S. Barbera, 79, of East Canton, Ohio, passed away on July 8. He was born on March 7, 1940, to…
Brokk Appoints First Business Development Manager
byBrokk, a leading manufacturer of remote-controlled demolition machines, appointed Jeff Keeling as its first business development manager. Keeling transitioned from the role of Brokk’s…
New U.S. Microtunneling Record Set in Ohio
byOn May 18, Ric-Man Construction Inc. achieved a new U.S. standard for longest microtunneled project by completing the 3,947-ft Painesville (OH) Raw Water Intake, according to Herrenknecht…
Top Jobs: Overall Winner (Electric Power Category) Waiau-Koolau 138-kV Structure 15 Foundation Installation Project
by[EDITOR’S NOTE: In each issue, Utility Contractor will profile NUCA’s Top Job winners. These projects present the association’s best and most innovative work that…
Developing A Successful Trench Safety Toolbox Talk Series
byWorking the right way means working the safe way. The challenges of trenching and excavation jobsite safety are faced by utility employees and contractors…
Vacuworx Announces New Hires, Promotions to Align with Strategic Goals
byVacuworx announced the promotion of two employees and three new hires as it expands the marketing and strategy teams in support of global growth….
New Usage-Based Service Plans Unveiled for Trimble Catalyst
byTrimble announced July 10 its Trimble Catalyst software-defined Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver for Android phones and tablets is now available with a usage-based service…
Doosan Portable Power Names Bobcat of Omaha as Authorized Distributor
byDoosan Portable Power has named Bobcat of Omaha as an authorized distributor. The company will supply Doosan Portable Power air compressors, generators, light towers…
Top 6 Safety Technologies for Utility Construction
bySafety training is critical in the construction industry because it’s a high-risk workplace with hazardous work. Dangerous situations are part of the everyday working…
Vermeer Mid Atlantic Earns Pinnacle Award
byVermeer Mid Atlantic (VMA) celebrated being awarded the 2018 Vermeer Pinnacle designation in recognition of its efforts to provide a superior experience for customers….