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Orlando International Airport’s Expansion Set to Begin

October 21, 2014

Orlando International Airport is set to begin the first phase of a the “South Terminal project” which will cost around $470 million. The expansion is known as the “South Terminal project”, and will cost over $1 billion in total.  The first portion of the project is to extend the people-movers, the trains that take passengers from the main airport terminal to their respective gates. […]

Allen Concrete Products

September 23, 2014

Allen Engineering has top of the line Concrete Products, especially their paving product line. Allen’s products are specifically designed to build bridges. Allen Engineering has two roller screed models, the RS 844 and RS 832, both are equipped with Powerful Kubota Diesel Engines, Paving widths ranging from 12′ to 32′, 8″ diameter Paving tube and deliver the most […]

Now for Rent: Barretto Track Trencher

September 16, 2014

Walker Miller Equipment now offers the Barretto Manufacturing Track Trencher in our rental fleet! From soft and sandy to hard as a rock, this trencher is designed to perform. The TK trenchers feature a 7.1” wide track that creates 241 square inches of footprint on each side of the machine. This provides outstanding traction on wet […]

FDOT Moves Forward with I-4 Renovation Project

September 8, 2014

The Florida Department of Transportation and international construction firm Skanska has finalized the details for financing, designing, building, operating and maintaining the I-4 Ultimate project for 40 years.  The project is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2015. 21 miles of road will be torn up and replaced, from west of Kirkman Road in Orange County to east […]

Walker Miller Equipment is now FDOT DBE Certified!

August 22, 2014

Walker Miller Equipment Company is pleased to announce we are now FDOT DBE certified! FDOT DBE certifying members include (in addition to FDOT) : Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA)   Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA)   Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)   City of Tallahassee   Key West International & Florida Keys Marathon Airports   Miami-Dade, Broward […]

Allmand Bros., Inc. Acquired by Briggs & Stratton Corporation

  On August 14, Briggs & Stratton Corporation officially acquired Allmand Brothers, Inc. and the acquisition is expected to close within a month.  Briggs & Stratton Corporation is the world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment, including portable generators and pressure washers, while Allmand Brothers, Inc. designs and manufactures portable light towers, […]

Wacker Neuson Vertical Digging System

August 20, 2014

Very cool video about Wacker Neuson’s Vertical Digging system! It was recently featured at our Wacker Neuson Roadshow. •Zero tail swing for working in confined spaces •Large operator station for easy access and operator comfort. Adjustable armrests and seat provide the operator with an ergonomic and comfortable working environment. •Optional Vertical Digging System (VDS): It […]

Handshake 101

August 15, 2014

   “Ninety percent of what we think about a person is determined in the first ninety seconds we meet them” –Anonymous. How is your handshake? Are you a bone crusher? Are your hands damp?  Do you use both hands? Here are  3 simple steps to a great handshake. 1.  Extend your hand vertically or between 90-100 […]

The Dog Days are Here

August 6, 2014

The construction site is a dangerous place and safety is a priority. However, you can’t see one of the biggest dangers that affect workers, but, you can feel it.  HEAT!  Construction workers and landscapers routinely endure the heat of summer and are at risk. Employees who must wear heavy protective gear such as metal processing/foundry workers […]

Save the Date! August 7th

July 29, 2014

  The Wacker Neuson traveling trade show is right around the corner.  August 7th is next Thursday and you are invited to experience Wacker Neuson’s most innovative construction equipment. This is a great opportunity to demo the equipment you may be considering for purchase.  Wacker Neuson’s 53 foot trailer is loaded with more than 70 machines. […]