Resent articles by the "Construction & Demolition Recycling" from The Free Libraryhttp://www.thefreelibrary.comen-usFarlex, Inc.Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:16:05 GMT360http://www.thefreelibrary.comhttp://www.thefreelibrary.com/_/static/TFLbyFarlex.gif17565Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/New+York+goes+green.-a0171850971


New York State First Lady Silda Wall Spitzer and David D. Brown, executive director of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), have announced two initiatives to promote the construction of green homes and state-owned buildings.

Spitzer announced that the administration will offer legislation that offers an incentive to homeowners who build or...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Ups+and+downs.-a0171850970
At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $624.3 billion, new construction starts in August climbed 6 percent, according to a report from McGraw-Hill Construction, a division of The McGraw-Hill Cos. The increase showed construction starts making a partial rebound after July's 11-percent decline, helped by strengthening for nonresidential building and nonbuilding construction...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Calendar.-a0171850969
Nov. 28-29

Canadian Waste & Recycling Expo, Vancouver, B.C., Canada, Messe Frankfurt Inc., (877) 534-7285 or www.CWRE.ca

Dec. 4-7

ConExpo Asia, Guangzhou, China, Association of Equipment Manufacturers, www.conexpoasia.com

Dec. 5-6

WHEN Recycling Expo South, Moultrie, Ga., Lee Publications, www.whenrecyclingexpo.com

2008

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Omega Piezo Technologies Inc. has manufactured a damage prevention system for use in wood grinding equipment.

* Based on issued and pending patents, the Damage Alert System senses vibration from unwanted metal objects that enter the wood grinder and prevents severe damage by shutting the grinder down and/or reversing the material feeding system.

*...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Volvo+EW160C.-a0171850967
The EW160C wheeled excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment has a breakout force of 22,144 pounds.

* The machine is powered by a 142-hp Volvo D6E EDE3 engine.

* The excavator has a maximum digging reach of 32 feet, 1 inch and a maximum digging depth of 20 feet, 5 inches.

* The EW160C is capable of travel speeds up to 21.7 mph.

* It weighs...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Rockland+H23+Excavator+Grapples.-a0171850966
Rockland Heavy-Duty H23 Excavator Grapples are designed for working in severe conditions presented in demolition, rock handling and land clearing applications.

* The H23 is comprised of a narrow two-tine clamp and wider three-tine frame built from high-strength alloy steel plate with reinforcement at all critical stress points.

* Designed for both clamping and...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Morbark+3800+horizontal+grinder.-a0171850965


Morbark Inc. of Winn, Mich., has introduced a horizontal grinder--the model 3800 Wood Hog, aimed at mid-range wood and green debris recycling applications.

* The model has a 38-inch by 59 3/4-inch infeed opening. A step-frame design creates space under and within the mill area allowing processed material to exit the grinding chamber freely.

* Equipped with...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Good+fortune%3a+the+Oregon+Department+of+Transportation+launches...-a0171850964


The Oregon Department of Transportation (DOT) is used to big numbers. ODOT is responsible for maintaining and upgrading more than 8,000 miles of state highway and employs more than 4,500 people. The budget for what is currently the largest project, the 10-year OTIA III State Bridge Delivery Program, is $1.3 billion. Of the 365 bridges in the program, contracts to...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Can+you+hear+me+now%3f+Hearing+protection+expert+encourages+companies...-a0171850963
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While the language of OSHA's Occupational Noise Standard (CFR 29 1910.95) may appear convoluted, its dictates are rather straightforward, according to Renee Bessette, a certified occupational hearing conservationist and marketing manager, Sperian Hearing Protection LLC. "Implementing an OSHA-approved Hearing Conservation Program is not as...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Ripple+effect%3a+according+to+the+Association+of+Equipment...-a0171850962
The construction equipment manufacturing industry expects overall U.S. and Canadian business to remain flat through the end of 2007 but rebound in 2008, while sales to worldwide markets should continue strong through 2007 and into the next year, according to the annual forecast of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM).

AEM is the North-American based...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Green+legacy%3a+Aldo+Leopold+Legacy+Center+earns+highest+LEED+honors.-a0171850961


The greenest building in the United States may now stand in Wisconsin, on land reclaimed by one of the nation's groundbreaking environmentalists. The Aldo Leopold Legacy Center received LEED Platinum certification and one of the highest rankings yet awarded from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The award was presented on Oct. 18 at the center in Bamboo, Wis....]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Clear+course%3a+the+National+Brownfield+Association+assesses+state+and...-a0171850960


The National Brownfield Association (NBA) has prepared a paper to assist policymakers and other interested parties in better understanding the key elements in state brownfield and Voluntary Cleanup Programs (VCPs) that will attract all stakeholders to participate in the cleanup and the redevelopment of brownfields.

NBA Chapter Executive Teams provided input...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Break+on+through%3a+manufacturers+offer+tips+on+maintaining+hydraulic...-a0171850959


Hydraulic breakers and hammers tackle some of the toughest tasks the construction and demolition industry has to offer. Everyday wear-and-tear that comes with the job can't be avoided entirely, but a good operator can extend the life of wear parts with attention to regular maintenance.

WEAR-WITHALL

"A good breaker is designed to protect its major...]]>Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Match+game%3a+specifying+the+proper+shredding+procedure+is+critical+for...-a0171850958


What goes in and what comes out--those are critical and equal considerations when recyclers of C&D materials are in the market for shredding equipment.

Recyclers who handle C&D debris handle a wide variety of materials, and the shredding equipment that will best fit their needs can range widely.

With the exception of recyclers who are focused on...]]>