Mack, McNeilus sustain CIM Auction tradition

Sources: Concrete Industry Management National Steering Committee; CP staff

Mack Trucks and McNeilus Companies will once again anchor the Concrete Industry Management Auction pool by dispatching a Granite-mounted, 11-yd. Bridgemaster mixer truck to the Las Vegas Convention Center for bidding on February 5, the second day of World of Concrete 2020.

The 2019 Granite GR64FR, running a 375-hp MP7 engine and 14-speed mDriveHD automated manual transmission, will be upfitted with an 11-yd. M80 Series drum plus FLEX controls and telematics package. “We continue to innovate and invest in technology to help push the industry forward,” says McNeilus Mixers and London Machinery General Manager Robert Monchamp. “The CIM program mirrors our commitment to support our ever-changing concrete industry and gives graduates the skills to excel.” 

“The program is creating strong leaders and employees in the concrete industry, which is a very important market segment for Mack Trucks,” adds Mack Construction Product Manager Tim Wrinkle.

“Mack Trucks and McNeilus have stepped up by making a significant donation,” affirms CIM Auction Committee Chairman Ben Robuck (Cemex USA). “This mixer truck will help ensure a successful Auction [and] speaks volumes to their commitment to the industry and the importance these leading companies place on the CIM program.”

The CIM Auction will take place in Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall Room N262, silent bidding running 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., live bidding beginning at 1 p.m. Auctioneer Ritchie Bros. will open the event to online bidding for those registering at www.rbauction.com by January 29. Those participating in silent or live bidding can register on site. The CIM National Steering Committee has posted a full list of auction items at www.concretedegree.com/auction. Individuals, suppliers or manufacturers and service providers interested in making a donation can contact Ben Robuck, 404/456-6867; [email protected].