Come to ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011

Mark your calendar for the big event in Las Vegas.

By Kerry Clines, Senior Editor

Be sure to make your reservations for ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011, Tuesday, March 22 – Saturday, March 26, in Las Vegas. Advanced registration is going on now and will be available until Feb. 21. Registrations received after that date will be charged on-site fees. The advanced registration rate is $50 per person, which includes a show badge for entrance to all exhibit areas; the on-site registration fee is $80 per person.

The five-day event will include an education program with sessions focusing on industry trends and issues. Top technical experts from around the world will share insights and ideas to help your business now and in the future. Education session tickets purchased during advanced registration will cost $80 each for one or two sessions, $65 each for three to six sessions, and $55 each for seven or more sessions. After Feb. 21, prices go up to: one or two sessions – $90 each; three to six sessions – $75 each; seven or more sessions – $65 each.

The show promises to be bigger than ever this year, with more than 2,000 exhibitors showcasing the latest products, equipment, services, and technologies. Here’s a look at some of the equipment you’ll find at this year’s show.

Bridgestone Americas Off Road Tire, a division of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC, Booth N-2501

Self-cleaning tread

Bridgestone’s V-Steel J-Traction (VJT) radial off-road tire features a computer-optimized center block that minimizes vibration levels, reducing friction between the center block and the ground to improve wear resistance and tire life. The tire has a specialized self-cleaning tread design and non-directional tread pattern to maximize tread volume and traction in all directions. The tires are available in five sizes — 17.5R25, 20.5R25, 23.5R25, 26.5R25, and 29.5R25.

Cardinal Scale Mfg. Co., Booth C-7733

Easy scale installation

Cardinal’s EPR+ Plus truck scale features interconnecting load blocks and receivers for an efficient, no-bolt installation. The scale arrives on site ready for the pouring of concrete — no rebar or other materials are required. Its Con-Lock system design allows concrete to flow through the I-beams and lock into place. Mounting brackets are flush mounted to allow for pit-type applications.

Caterpillar, Inc., Booth N-1913

Tier 4-certified off-highway truck

Caterpillar says its new G Series 775 off-highway truck will be the first Cat machine to go into production with a Tier 4 Final emissions solution. The company says emissions reduction technologies are integrated into the machine’s design, allowing the truck to perform at peak production while reducing emissions by approximately 90 percent.

Columbia Steel, Booth C-5051