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Survey: Over 25% of US construction firms laying off workers
Despite challenges, some are gaining work in the face of the coronavirus pandemic
Cummins cuts pay
US-based engine supplier reduces salaries in response to drop in demand
US coronavirus relief package now covers self-employed contractors
The recently enacted CARES Act provides unemployment benefits to independent contractors
Itochu invests in BigRentz
Japanese investor forms capital and business alliance with BigRentz and signals potential for geographic expansion
Manitex addresses Covid-19
Crane maker Manitex International updates investors in response to the evolving Covid-19 virus pandemic
US unemployment claims break records while construction slows
Tighter shelter-in-place orders bring constuction to a halt in many areas, putting thousands out of work
AGC reports collapse in US demand
Associated General Contractors of America said conditions had deteriorated rapidly since February and called on Congress to act
Trump pushes for $2 trillion infrastructure package
The latest US economic relief package could focus on construction of roads, bridges and airports
Falcon Lifts names USM ReRents as distributor
The exclusive agreement names USM as the official distributor of Falcon Lifts in North America
Alba updates for the US
Alba-Macrel presented newly-certified hoists for North America at ConExpo, where it was exhibiting for the first time
Herc rises to the challenge
US rental firm continues work, saying it has experience in extreme and emergency conditions
Pettibone continues critical operations
Michigan-based Pettibone will continue in-person operations for essential employees
New federal guidance suggests US construction could continue
Appeals from construction officials appear to be heeded as new guidelines more strongly support work on US sites
US crane & transport sector classified "essential"
US Department of Homeland Security confirms crane, rigging, and specialized transportation as Essential Critical Infrastructure
18,000 U.S. construction bids still active
New website from Dodge Data & Analytics highlights available construction work across the U.S.
US VP Pence appeals to equipment manufacturers
Associated Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) works with government to navigate effects of COVID-19 on industry
Action Equipment purchases 20 Magni telehandlers
The Miami-based rental company will take delivery of more than 20 Magni telehandlers this year
ARA seeks $20 billion support for rental sector
Association said ”there is an overwhelming need for the federal government to aid all businesses”
US construction officials, unions rally to continue working
Some states have already ruled construction can continue, despite shelter-in-place orders
JLG provides equipment for training
JLG and the Associated Builders and Contractors are working together to provide equipment-specific training
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