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Boehler joins Hy-Brid Lifts’ Board
Boehler, the former president of Skyjack, will help to guide the strategic direction of Hy-Brid Lifts by Custom Equipment, LLC.
Pettibone extends X-Series
US-based Pettibone has extended its X-Series telehandlers with a 10,000-pound capacity machine and new features
US clarifies construction eligibility for paycheck protection loans
American firms that meet small business size standards are eligible 
Sunstate Equipment remains open in all markets
The equipment rental company said it is doing “everything possible to mitigate any potential service disruptions”
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
Tracked access
From new tracked platforms to the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, ALH reports on the global tracked access market
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
North America’s top contractors aim to minimise exposure to coronavirus
Firms are using everything from basic hygiene to collaboration technology to keep people safe
CCA: Canadian construction sites should remain open
Canadian Construction Association says work should continue, provided set protocol is followed
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
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