Keep the Job Moving: One Contractor Believes the Backhoe Earns Its Place - Aug 27, 2026
Aug 27, 2026 - The replacement Oglethorpe Bridge over the Flint River is now set to open fall 2026. The $33 million Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) project in Albany has been under construction for more than a year but was forced to shut down due to mandatory environmental sweeps. Read more →
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The replacement Oglethorpe Bridge over the Flint River is now set to open fall 2026. The $33 million Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) project in Albany has been under construction for more than a year but was forced to shut down due to mandatory environmental sweeps.

Jason Koons argues why he believes the backhoe is the most effective machine on the job site.

ALLU’s new concrete screening and crushing bucket for excavators processes concrete brick asphalt and reinforced demolition material onsite. Designed for 25- to 45-ton excavators the attachment reduces transport costs boosts recycling efficiency and supports sustainable construction by turning demolition waste into reusable aggregate.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is moving forward with a bridge replacement project in Newberry County, improving access for residents and emergency responders in the area.

CCS Equipment, a family-owned dealership in North Carolina, transitions to second-generation ownership under Todd Snyder and Logan Davis. With three locations and a focus on sales service and parts support, CCS was named Takeuchi Dealer of the Year. The company continues expanding while maintaining strong customer relationships and expert service.

The 62nd annual Bobcat North Dakota Open continued its tradition of supporting The Village Family Service Center with its 2026 tournament.

JCB will showcase its innovative Dual Drive system for backhoe loaders at PWX 2026.