AEM's Manufacturing Express visited Wacker Neuson in Wisconsin, celebrating U.S. equipment manufacturing. Wacker Neuson plans to expand production of excavators in the U.S. to meet growing demand for American-made products....

The AEM Manufacturing Express tour will showcase equipment manufacturers across Texas, highlighting the industry's economic impact and innovation. Elected officials are invited to engage with job creators to promote growth and strengthen the manufacturing sector. The tour aims to inspire the next generation of equipment manufacturers....

ConExpo-Con/AGG and The Utility Expo partner with AFSP to promote mental health in the construction industry. Initiatives include specialized training, community events, and support for suicide prevention, aiming to prioritize well-being and break the stigma surrounding mental health....

The construction industry is shifting towards electric and hybrid equipment to reduce emissions and improve sustainability on job sites. While challenges like high initial costs and charging infrastructure exist, advancements and incentives are driving…

This article provides crucial safety tips for both new and experienced construction workers. Emphasizing the importance of PPE, situational awareness, proper lifting techniques, tool maintenance, fall protection protocols, hydration, communication,…

January's Mental Wellness Month urges construction industry to prioritize mental health. Strategies include promoting open communication, encouraging work-life balance, mental health training, professional support, physical well-being initiatives, and…

The article emphasizes the importance of effective hiring practices and retention strategies in the construction industry. Expert Larry Kokkelenberg advocates for proactive outreach, employee referrals, continuous training, and a focus on employee growth…

Larry Kokkelenberg shared insights at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 on hiring and retaining construction talent. His e-book offers strategies for attracting, interviewing, onboarding, and retaining staff, aiming to address labor shortages and workforce challenges…

The AEM Manufacturing Express completed a nationwide tour, returning to Wisconsin to celebrate the equipment manufacturing industry's impact. The tour highlighted industry innovations and workers, showcasing the industry's importance and engaging with…

It's been 50 years since workers began building heavy construction equipment at a plant in Shippensburg, Pa. Back then, the site was owned by Ingersoll-Rand and employed about 50 people. Today, it's the North American headquarters of Volvo Construction…

Calder Brothers Corp. in Greenville, S.C., makers of the Mauldin Paving Products line of machines, hosted a special event Aug. 27, 2024, to celebrate how much equipment manufacturing contributes to society in 2024. CEG photoThroughout July and August, the…

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) stopped by the North Carolina production plant of LeeBoy Aug. 29, 2024, as part of the trade association's Manufacturing Express bus tour. Throughout the summer, the goal of the AEM Manufacturing Express…

Takeuchi-US hosted the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Manufacturing Express national tour at its compact track loader production facility in Moore, S.C., on Aug. 27, 2024. AEM recognized Takeuchi-US and its employees as industry leaders for…

Felling Trailers took the opportunity to celebrate its 50th anniversary and team member appreciation with the AEM Manufacturing Express, gathering employees to celebrate the company's history and continued development. "2024 is a milestone year for…

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced that it will hit the road this summer for an unprecedented initiative to tell the story of the U.S. equipment manufacturing industry and celebrate the 2.3 million men and women who help build,…