February 2014 Table of Contents

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Truck-mounted crane inspection Truck-mounted crane inspection

Daily inspections are critical. Here are three best practices to keep this investment in service and to avoid equipment damage and danger to employees. Read more

2014 Work Truck Show Products

The NTEA's Work Truck Show takes place March 5-7 in Indianapolis. Read more

Managing fuel costs Managing fuel costs

Here are some strategies for managing costly price swings of fuel. Read more

Manhole masterpieces Manhole masterpieces

Manhole covers serve a very important function in protecting and allowing access to underground infrastructure. Cities and agencies around the globe often elevate these humble hunks of metal into works of art. Read more

World of Concrete attendees see high-profile projects up close World of Concrete attendees see high-profile projects up close

Three high-profile, world-class public works projects are all near Las Vegas. Read more

The merits of Fusible PVC The merits of Fusible PVC

Fusible PVC is highly compatible with ductile iron, which facilitates connections and extensions. Here are two cases where it was used. Read more

Truck frame fundamentals online course

This online course is designed specifically for the work truck professional. Read more

Public works department proves to be hometown heroes Department of the Month Public works department proves to be hometown heroes

The City of Vergennes, Vt., Public Works Department braced to protect the 2,700 citizens of the state’s oldest city when Hurricane Irene made landfall in North Carolina with wind gusts up to 115 mph along the East Coast. Read more

Creating beauty in a public space Project of the Month Creating beauty in a public space

Designed by GSBS Architects of Salt Lake City and the Denver office of Stanley Consultants, the urban renewal project transformed a deserted lot with abandoned housing into downtown gathering place. Read more

Cost-effective off-road I&I reduction Cost-effective off-road I&I reduction

Two ways to minimize extraneous flows in rural areas. The Canadian city of Moncton in New Brunswixk serves as an example. Read more

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