Excavators

Komatsu America Corp. Launches the New PC360LC-11Hydraulic Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. has introduced the PC360LC-11 hydraulic excavator. With a net horsepower of 257 hp. (192 kW), the PC360LC-11 is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D114E-6 engine, which is EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certified. Komatsu's Tier 4 Final engines are built on the foundation that started in 1996 with the introduction of Komatsu's first Tier 1 engine. This new excavator leverages Komatsu's leadership in technology and innovation by delivering a more environmentally friendly engine that provides high levels of performance while reducing operating costs and improving fuel efficiency. Click for more...

Power Motive Corp. Travels to Attend Komatsu Product Launch Event →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Power Motive Corp, a Komatsu distributor based in Denver, Colo., attended a Komatsu product launch event in late 2014 at the Komatsu Training Center Facility in Cartersville, Ga. Several Power Motive Corp. representatives and other U.S. Komatsu dealers got an up close and personal first-hand look at the new Komatsu PC210LCi-10 intelligent machine control excavator. In addition to showcasing its new excavator, Komatsu also provided attendees with other activities throughout the event. Click for more...

Kobelco SK500 Excavator’s Optional Counterweight Removal System →

From Construction Equipment Guide... By simply removing four bolts, the Kobelco SK500 excavator's optional counterweight removal system allows one person to safely lower the 19,000 lb. (8,618 kg) counterweight to the ground. This feature gives contractors the ability to quickly and easily reduce the overall weight of the Kobelco SK500LC for transport, making it possible to utilize a standard-sized trailer to reduce hauling costs and avoid oversize/overweight permits. Click for more...

Big Improvements for Hitachi’s Next Generation Wheeled Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The next generation of Hitachi’s wheeled excavator models from Hitachi Construction Machinery — Americas, the ZX190W-5 and ZX230W-5, are rolling out with a certified EPA Interim Tier IV (IT4)/EU Stage IIIB Isuzu engine, power mode buttons for three work modes, automatic exhaust filter cleaning, auto shutdown, an enhanced monitor, centralized remote oil/fuel filter location and more. Mobile and maneuverable, Hitachi’s wheeled excavators sit on a short wheelbase that makes it easy to move in tight spaces — unlike unwieldy truck-mounted excavators. Click for more...

Joint-Venture Halfway Through on Columbus Trench Project →

From Construction Equipment Guide... To help alleviate traffic in Columbus, Ohio, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has awarded a $75 million contract to a joint-venture (JV) bringing together The Ruhlin Company ($31.7 million) and George J. Igel & Co. Inc. ($43.3 million) to construct a trench express lane on U.S. Route 23. The project, which began in Sept. 2013, will see the JV construct a 25 ft. (7.6 m) deep by 3,028 ft. Click for more...

Gradall XL 4100 IV Arrives on Job Sites Faster, Easier →

From Construction Equipment Guide... XL 4100 IV Gradall excavators have a host of mobility advantages including highway travel speed capability up to 60 mph, eliminating the expense, time and manpower needed by excavators that require an extra truck and a lowboy trailer. At the end of the day, the XL 4100 IV models also can be quickly driven back to the safety of the equipment yard. The excavator's ease and speed of mobility is one feature of the Gradall AutoDrive package that includes a push-button automatic transmission — standard equipment that makes travel easier with either a 6x4 or 6x6 undercarriage on city streets, interstate highways or on off-the-grid roads. Click for more...

Gradall’s XL 3300 III Excavator Can Handle Jobs Without Use of Outriggers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The XL 3300 III Gradall excavator allows you to handle more jobs faster, working in any direction without the need for outriggers. As a result, governments and contractors can get more value, versatility, profitability and productivity by requiring fewer machines on the job site, according to the manufacturer. With a four-wheel-drive rubber tire undercarriage, the XL 3300 III excavator moves easily on or off paved surfaces. Click for more...

Kobelco SK35SR Capitalizes on Short Radius Finesse to Remediate Old Oil Tank →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Residents and patients of the Homestead Rehabilitation and Homecare Center in rural Sussex County, N.J., enjoy 14-acres with magnificent country views, including two tranquil ponds, gardens and several buildings. Long a part of the county’s history, the 102-bed facility was recently in need of some grounds maintenance. One of the projects to be completed was the removal and remediation of an old oil tank. Click for more...

KOBELCO USA Announces Construction of Excavator Production Facility in North America →

From Construction Equipment Guide... KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA has announced its plan to construct a hydraulic excavator production facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina. According to the company, KOBELCO’s market development has been proceeding at a faster rate than expected since its reentry into the US market in 2013. A production factory in North America will allow KOBELCO to reduce the production lead-time of machineries for its US customers and improve its capabilities for meeting market needs. Click for more...

Manufacturer Drills to Better Solution →

From Construction Equipment Guide... At one time, Ed Amos and two of his key employees, Darin Sweeney and Steve Dennis, worked as deep foundation contractors in the Baltimore, Md., and Washington, D.C., areas. “The REV drill powered by a Doosan excavator is the answer to some of the most important issues facing the drilling industry,” Amos, president of REV Drill Sales & Rentals, Frederick, Md., said. “Our product is a fraction of the cost of other equipment. Click for more...

JCB Announces Video Series Showcasing New Generation Compact Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB unveils part one of a three-part online video series highlighting the new generation 85Z-1 and 86C-1 compact excavators. The first video gives viewers an inside look at JCB’s rigorous manufacturing process, while the second and third videos will showcase the durable machines in action and JCB’s innovative approach to product design. “This impressive video series helps communicate the care and expertise that go into making every single excavator and the unmatched performance, reliability, durability and safety these machines offer,” said Keith Hoskins, director of JCB compact equipment. Click for more...

S.D. Homebuilder Takes Control of Residential Excavation →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Daene Boomsma first built his name as a homebuilder. His construction company, Boom Construction, thrives in Rapid City, S. D., due to his attention to detail and one-on-one relationship with each of his customers. But in order to build a house, you’ve first got to dig a hole — and Boomsma took matters into his own hands to ensure his homes were built to his quality expectations. “We live in a beautiful area, but unfortunately there are a lot of soils that are unstable — there’s a lot of shale,” said Boomsma. Click for more...

Doosan DX63-3, DX85R-3 Boast Blade Float Feature, Improved Joysticks, More →

From Construction Equipment Guide... While Doosan is a relatively young construction equipment brand in North America, the organization has a global manufacturing history going back more than 75 years. Doosan compact excavators complement its line of larger crawler and wheel excavators, and they provide customers with machines that are designed to access and work in confined spaces where larger excavating machines can't fit. Their impressive power, sophisticated hydraulic systems, compact size, minimal ground disturbance and attachment versatility make them a popular choice for construction, landscaping and underground utility projects. Click for more...

Link-Belt X4 Excavators Now Available →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Four new Link-Belt X4 excavator models are now available for the United States and for Canada. These new models feature advanced, electronically-controlled Isuzu engines that meet Final Tier IV requirements, with up to 12 percent improved fuel efficiency than previous models. Diesel particulate filters (DPFs) are not required, and this emissions solution is used across all X4 models. New features include a 30 percent bigger control valve that creates a larger hydraulic passage area, larger spools and advanced controls to maximize hydraulic system control and responsiveness. Click for more...

John Deere 190G W, 230G W Wheeled Excavators Bring Mobility to the Job Site →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The John Deere 190G W, and 230G W wheeled excavators are equipped with a powerful, rugged EPA Interim Tier IV engine, providing customers higher productivity, increased uptime, and lower daily operating costs, according to the manufacturer. “The 190G W and 230G W are the perfect ’Swiss Army knife’ for a variety of work, whether it’s clearing ditches, repairing sewers or potholes, loading trucks or moving Jersey barriers,” said Mark Wall, excavator product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry. Click for more...

Komatsu America Corp. Launches PC290LC-11 Hydraulic Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp.’s PC290LC-11 hydraulic excavator has a net 196 hp (147 kW) is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D107E-3 engine and is EPA Tier IV Final emissions certified. Komatsu’s Tier IV Final engines are built on a solid foundation that started in 1996 with the introduction of Komatsu’s Tier I engines. This new excavator leverages Komatsu’s leadership in technology and innovation by delivering a more environmentally friendly engine that provides high levels of performance while reducing fuel consumption and operating costs, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Hyundai Construction Equipment Partners With Werk-Brau Attachments →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Inc., a leading earthmoving and material handling equipment manufacturer, announced its partnership with Werk-Brau, a well known attachment manufacturer, to now provide a wider array of attachment options to its customers. Werk-Brau offers a complete line of reliable O.E.M. and replacement attachments for construction equipment including heavy duty excavator and mini-excavator buckets, ditch cleaning and draining buckets, hydraulic and mechanical quick couplers and hydraulic and manual thumbs. Click for more...

Excavator Found in Lake Michigan →

From Construction Equipment Guide... OAK CREEK, Wis. (AP) — Police in suburban Milwaukee are investigating after a $500,000 construction vehicle was found in Lake Michigan. Oak Creek police said Tuesday the 20-ton excavator appears to have been stolen and driven off a bluff into the lake. Oak Creek highway workers discovered the yellow vehicle partially submerged Monday during a bluff improvement project. Police say the Komatsu earth mover fell about 60 feet and landed in the lake, where it was found with icicles hanging from its treads. Click for more...

Komatsu America Corp. Launches the New PC290LC-11 Hydraulic Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. has introduced the PC290LC-11 hydraulic excavator. With a net 196 HP (147 kW), the PC290LC-11 is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D107E-3 engine and is EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certified. Komatsu’s Tier 4 Final engines are built on a solid foundation that started in 1996 with the introduction of Komatsu’s Tier 1 engines, according to the company. This new excavator leverages Komatsu’s leadership in technology and innovation by delivering a more environmentally friendly engine that provides high levels of performance while reducing fuel consumption and operating costs. Click for more...

NorthStar Group Finds Increased Productivity with KOBELCO Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The once coal, then oil fired Benning Road Power Plant, owned and operated by Pepco Energy Services (PES) since 2000, is in the process of being demolished. NorthStar, the general contractor selected by PES for the project, has found increased productivity onsite with the help of Company Wrench, who provided NorthStar with exclusive services to successfully complete the project. NorthStar is a demolition-environmental firm which was recently formed by the merging of LVI Services Inc. Click for more...

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