Genesis Attachments announces the   GRP 480 , its new hydraulic mobile shear designed exclusively for processing rebar. Developed in response to customer requests, the GRP 480 Rebar Processor features numerous bolt-on wear parts and surfaces for easy maintenance and jaw protection. The bolt-on, weldable lower tusks work with the weldable, replaceable piercing blades to efficiently sort and separate rebar bundles. Additionally, a bolt-on plate on the cutting side of the upper jaw provides a replaceable wear surface and protects the jaw’s parent material. The GRP also features an extra-large pivot group designed to withstand the rigors of daily rebar processing and provide maximum durability. The Rebar Processor features a 24-inch jaw opening with a 26-inch jaw depth and fits up to 48,000-pound carriers second-member mounted and 90,000-pound carriers third-member mounted.   For more information, contact your local Road Machinery & Supplies Co. Territory Manager, or e-mail marketing

      Territory Manager Bob Newman was recently awarded the   National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) of Iowa   Jerry Hart Award. The award is presented to an outstanding associate member of NUCA of Iowa in recognition of the member's outstanding efforts and their support of the association. Members are nominated by their peers and the Board of Directors cast a vote to select the final winner. Having served as a member for many years, Bob was nominated by Vanderpool Construction.    “Receiving the Jerry Hart Award from Project Manager Jamie Crubaugh with Vanderpool Construction was truly humbling. My journey over the last 40 years has been enriched by invaluable lessons imparted by my customers, who have now become good friends. I extend my thanks to Road Machinery & Supplies Co. for this incredible opportunity,” said Bob Newman.   With more than 80 members, comprised of utility and general contractors and suppliers, NUCA strongly represents the interests of the undergr

    Ben Schmidtlein has been named Vice President of Aggregate for Road Machinery & Supplies Co. Schmidtlein joined the company in early 2020 and has been instrumental in guiding nearly four years of steady, substantial growth in aggregate sales and support for Road Machinery & Supplies Co.   Under Ben’s direction, RMS has built a dedicated Aggregate Division with a focused sales and support team. In 2022, RMS purchased Pit & Quarry Supplies Co., which provides competitive aftermarket parts options for customers and added a dedicated warehouse in Savage for aggregate products. In Ben’s expanded role, he will assume additional responsibility for this group.   “Ben’s leadership of the Aggregate Division has been a key factor in our growth.   He has built a team of capable sales and support personnel, and accelerated machine sales through more strategic planning and forecasting of market requirements.   I’m excited to align our aggregate efforts more