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California invests $2.7 billion for over 150 transportation projects
On Aug. 28, 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state is investing $2.7 billion for more than 150 new transportation projects. These projects will improve travel times, expand transit options beyond driving and strengthen the state's transportation infrastructure against severe weather and climate-driven threats. "California is building a transportation system ready for the future; one that can withstand extreme weather…
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Virginia’s infrastructure maintains ‘C’ grade
On Aug. 25, 2026, the American Society of Civil Engineers' Virginia section released the 2026 Report Card for Virginia's infrastructure, which remained unchanged since 2022 at a 'C' grade. The report card reflects a growing need for investment to meet growing infrastructure demand and prepare for future events, including updating emergency action plans for all departments and municipalities. Bridges and broadband earned a B+, the highest grade in the report card…
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Britespan Building Systems - PWX Booth #1627
With over 25 years in the fabric building industry, businesses have relied on Britespan Buildings Systems to protect their most valuable assets and provide superior pre-engineered fabric structures for operational efficiency and storage space. Focused on quality, we design, engineer and manufacture each product line in-house.
www.britespanbuildings.com 
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Caterpillar - PWX Booth #1131
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. It has more than 300 products, services and technology offerings to meet the needs of a variety of industries.
www.caterpillar.com 
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Crafco - PWX Booth #2125
Crafco helps communities, contractors and agencies protect their investment in pavement. Our proven preservation and maintenance solutions stop problems before they start, saving you time, money and resources while keeping roads safer and stronger for years to come. Products manufactured to extend pavement life, improve performance and deliver lasting value.
www.crafco.com 
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Elgin Sweeper-PWX Booth #1701
The Electric Broom Bear® from Elgin Sweeper® is a beast that won't stop until the job is done, just like you. With over 100 years of experience and a reputation for unbeatable quality, Elgin Sweeper has built the ultimate zero-emission machine that will help you achieve your sustainability goals with uncompromising performance.
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New York legislature introduces STORMWATER Act
Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26), along with Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Nick Langworthy (NY-23), introduced the Stormwater Treatment, Optimization, Resilience and Management with Academic Technological Expertise and Research (STORMWATER) Act. This legislation would strengthen communities’ ability to manage stormwater, reduce flooding and protect local waterways from pollution.“Every Western New Yorker deserves to know that when the next major storm comes…
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DOE awards $5.5 million to streamline hydropower permitting
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Hydropower and Hydrokinetic Office (H2O) awarded $5.5 million in total funding to 11 U.S. National Laboratory projects. This funding will expedite and reduce the cost of licensing and relicensing American hydropower facilities. “For over 100 years, hydropower has been a pillar of American energy, supplying reliable, affordable power across the nation,” said H2O Director Nichole Fitzgerald. The projects selected today will not only…
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Vactor- PWX Booth #1701
Putting the operator first. That’s what the 2100i® is all about. It employs advanced technology that not only enhances the performance of the equipment but the individuals who operate it. Less fatigue. More comfort. Push button operation. Greater precision. Superior power and performance. All of this in a system designed to be the ultimate in ruggedness, reliability, simplicity, and value.
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Gregory Highway - PWX Booth #2716
To meet the challenges of today’s highways, you need complete solutions that are strong, long-lasting and easy to install. You deserve a guardrail manufacturer you can rely on for quick turnarounds and responsive service. We’re proud to say our steel guardrail and highway products are manufactured in
the U.S. Partner with Gregory Highway, the national leader in highway guardrails and roadside safety.
www.gregorycorp.com 
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KM International - PWX Booth #623
All KM International equipment is primarily American made. KM International has been manufacturing the highest quality asphalt maintenance equipment for over 40 years. KM International’s asphalt maintenance equipment is designed to generate more income for asphalt maintenance companies and save labor hours for government entities.
www.kminternational.com 
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RapidView - PWX Booth #1147
RapidView, LLC created business partnerships with several manufacturers of high quality sewer pipeline maintenance products. Rapidview, LLC imports, distributes and services the complete IBAK camera inspection product line, within North America, from our Rochester, Indiana facility.
www.rapidview.com 
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Schwarze Industries - PWX Booth #2631
After its introduction to the municipal marketplace, the Schwarze M5 Torrent SE is proving to be more than just a non-CDL alternative. It is redefining how cities and contractors approach fleet deployment, staffing strategy, and total cost of ownership. Developed in response to the ongoing nationwide commercial driver shortage, the M5 Torrent SE delivers full-size mechanical sweeper performance in a non-CDL configuration.
www.schwarze.com 
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Fulton County’s Most Ambitious Project
For half a century, Fulton County has operated a water treatment facility at Big Creek, a 26.5-mile-long stream in Forsyth and Fulton counties in Georgia. Originally built in 1971, the Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) treated 750,000 gallons of water per day when it first began operation. By 2017, the Big Creek WRF was approaching the end of its design life cycle, prompting the need for a more reliable, higher-performing and expandable facility…
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FHWA provides $26 million in emergency funding for Indiana
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced the delivery of $26 million in Emergency Relief (ER) funds for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). This comes after Indiana experienced a record-breaking stretch of thunderstorms and rainfall. Storms throughout Aug. 11, 2026, to Aug. 17, 2026, caused major highway closures and on Aug. 24, 2026, the Hazel Dell Parkway bridge collapsed. The ER funding will go toward repairs for the Hazel Dell Parkway bridge, Interstate 70, State Route 38 and other areas impacted by the recent storms…
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Austin Water’s 100-Year Plan
This spring, Austin Water broke ground on the $1.5 billion expansion and modernization of our Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. It’s a six-year construction project, the largest single infrastructure investment we’ve made in our history and every part of the plant will be expanded, enhanced or rebuilt. It’s the perfect illustration of this moment in America’s infrastructure history: building on the investments of the past to prepare for the future. When we’re done in 2032, Walnut Creek will be a truly modern facility prepared for Austin’s famously booming population…
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EPA announces nearly $11 million for water-worker training
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a new $10.8 million grant for water sector education and training. This is an effort to revitalize the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant established by the America’s Water Infrastructure Act in 2018. This grant is specific to internships and apprenticeships for skilled water utility trades, education programs for K-12, workforce development collaborations and training programs for water workers to support public health. Grant applications are open through Oct. 5, 2026…
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Super Products - PWX Booth #2631
Mud Dog® Vacuum Excavators are designed to meet the challenges of compact, urban projects to large-scale excavation, daylighting and slot trenching projects. Regardless of the task they are utilized for, vacuum excavators offer versatility, as well as safety and productivity on the jobsite. This product line comes standard as a hydro excavator with an optional air excavation package and is available with 7-yard, 12-yard or 16-yard debris capacity and has 600-2,000-gallon water tank capacity.
www.superproducts.com 
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Valtir - PWX Booth #2622
The ArmorZone® TL-2 is a portable, temporary, high-performance plastic water-filled barrier for redirecting applications. The barrier system consists of interlocking 6' 7" barrier sections made of high-performance polyethylene plastic and galvanized steel connecting pins. The ArmorZone® is tested to MASH Test Level 2.
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