Excavators

Terex Pegson Launches Bigger Metrotrak Jaw Crusher →

The upgraded Terex Pegson 24 in. by 36 in. (61 by 91 cm) Metrotrak “M” Series single-toggle jaw crusher is designed for higher performance and rapid return on investment. The aggressive crushing action of the newer, bigger Metrotrak enables high output in recycling and aggregates applications, even at tight settings. The highly mobile tracked unit features fast setup time and ease of transportation. Click for more...

P&D Construction Celebrates 15 Years Along Jersey Shore →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A wet job site does not dampen the interest of P&D Construction of Vineland, N.J. In fact, it’s their specialty. P&D Construction has been doing water, sewer and stormwater pipe work in southern New Jersey since it was founded 15 years ago. “We focus on the deeper, wet excavations in the shore areas,” said Bob Perna, who founded the company with his brother, Anthony Perna. “We do a lot of dewatering.”Bob and Anthony Perna were no strangers to the earthmoving business when they formed P&D Construction in 1991. Click for more...

Geppert Commits Byberry Hospital to Philly’s Past →

A decaying and dangerous monument to one of the saddest chapters in the history of Philadelphia is currently in the process of disappearing from the urban landscape. It has been a long journey to reach this point. The last patients in Byberry State Hospital in Philadelphia were discharged in 1990 but the facility is only now being demolished to make way for upscale housing and office accommodations, a far cry from the institution whose many buildings occupied the sprawling site for more than 80 years. Click for more...

Mustang’s 3803ZT Skillfully Swivels in Tight Job Sites →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The zero-tail swing design of the Mustang 3803ZT compact excavator eliminates rear overhang and provides maneuverability and visibility for the operator. The Mustang 3803ZT takes advantage of a longer undercarriage to enhance stability. The new 3803ZT also features a side-mounted engine and rear-mounted hydraulic and fuel tanks that give mechanics easy access to all maintenance points. The 3803ZT provides a maximum drawbar pull of 6,614 lb. Click for more...

Utility Relocation Adds Year to Project →

Gwinnett County, located in the northern suburbs of Atlanta, has ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the country for several decades, a fact that keeps state and local transportation planners jumping just to stay ahead of traffic gridlock. The county’s population has swelled from 352,910 in 1990 to an estimated 726,273 in 2005, according to U.S. Census figures. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) recently awarded a $26.9-million contract to E.R. Click for more...

Mascaro Assembles Arsenal on Bradford Bypass Project →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Mascaro Construction, of Pittsburgh, Pa., has assembled an arsenal of heavy equipment on Route 219 to complete an ambitious two-year, $55-million project to rebuild the Bradford Bypass in northcentral Pennsylvania. So far, Mascaro has: • widened and rerouted traffic onto the existing northbound lanes in order to reconstruct the southbound lanes this year;• begun excavating the existing southbound lanes for reconstruction; and • begun demolition work on the southbound side of six existing dual bridges as traffic passes on the existing northbound side. Click for more...

Tully-Pegno Leads Flushing River Crossing →

The project team of the $178 million “Replacement of the Northbound Whitestone Expressway/Flushing River Bridge Replacement Project” faces numerous challenges, according to John Elias, the engineer-in-charge of the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), Region 11, Long Island City, N.Y. This comprehensive project includes rehabilitation of the southbound Whitestone Expressway for approximately .5 mi. Click for more...

Ditch Witch Expands Compact Utility Line With XT1600 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Charles Machine Works Inc. (CMW), manufacturer of Ditch Witch underground construction equipment, has expanded its compact utility equipment offering with its new XT1600 excavator-tool carrier. The new Ditch Witch XT1600 excavator-tool carrier is designed to perform the work of three machines: a backhoe loader, mini-excavator and compact track loader. “The combined power, productivity and versatility of the XT1600 make this an exceptionally efficient and cost-effective machine,” said Mike Lumbers, CMW senior compact utility product manager. Click for more...

Deere Construction, Forestry Division Marks 50th Year →

It was 50 years ago when John Deere created its Industrial Equipment Division to provide a springboard for the company to enter the construction and forestry market. Today, the John Deere Construction & Forestry Division — so named in 2000 — distributes its construction, forestry and work site products through a network of more than 1,300 dealers worldwide. In 1956, company leaders saw an opportunity for the company’s products to be adapted to the construction and forestry market, according to Bob Brock, senior vice president of sales and marketing, John Deere Construction & Forestry. Click for more...

Stephens Boosts Fleet With Doosans for Airport Project →

From Construction Equipment Guide... John D. Stephens knew he needed to increase the size of his equipment fleet when he started a recycling project in May at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. The president of Stephens Rock & Dirt was well aware of Doosan’s reputation and decided to demo an excavator. He and his operators determined the machine was the right size for the job and came at the right price, so it became a permanent part of his fleet. Click for more...

Ditch Witch Introduces Equipment During Open House →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Charles Machine Works Inc., manufacturer of Ditch Witch products, hosted an equipment seminar with its dealers Sept. 20 to 22 at the Ditch Witch Worldwide Headquarters in Perry, Okla. More than 300 customers, dealers and magazine representatives arrived Sept. 20 at Will Rogers Airport in Oklahoma City and enjoyed an evening of equipment presentations at the Lazy E Arena near Guthrie, Okla., followed by a buffet dinner. Click for more...

Bobcat Mounting System Saves Time During Hook-up →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Compact excavator operators no longer need to manually position or align attachment pins during hook-up with the new Hydraulic X-Change mounting system from Bobcat Company. The optional Hydraulic X-Change mounting system for Bobcat compact excavators features hydraulically activated attachment retention pins that retract to remove the attachment and extend to hook-up the attachment, thus saving the operator time and labor. Click for more...

Deere Compact Excavator Features Long Arm Option →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new John Deere 27D Compact Excavator features reduced cycle times and a long arm option, as well as improved operator comfort with updated controls and a redesigned cab. Additionally, fuel economy and long service intervals combine to deliver low operating costs. “This versatile, productive machine is ideally suited to a wide variety of applications,” said Mark Wall, product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry. Click for more...

Hitachi Compact Excavator Digs More Yards Per Hour →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Zaxis 27u-2 compact excavator is ideally suited to a wide variety of applications. Productivity receives a boost from numerous improvements, including increased operating speeds, 50 percent more drawbar pull and automatic shifting between high and low travel speeds. Cycle times have been cut by 18 percent, allowing operators to dig more cubic yards per hour. A long arm/counterweight option adds approximately 12 in. Click for more...

Gehl Adds 383Z Zero Tail-Swing Excavator to Lineup →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new Gehl 383Z excavator features zero-tail-swing maneuverability that allows the machine’s superstructure to rotate entirely within the tracks. The 383Z excavator can operate close to walls and obstructions without risk of contact. Its small size, weighing 7,826 lbs. (3,550 kg) with a canopy and 8,002 lbs. (3,630 kg) with a cab, and maneuverability help it operate on congested sites without obstructing traffic. Click for more...

HB 7000 Breaker Dives to Rocky Depths for Dredging →

From Construction Equipment Guide... When thinking about maintenance, a shipping channel is not likely the first thing to come to mind. However, maritime professionals know that these waterways require periodic attention. As tides, currents and river flow cause sand, gravel and silt to build up over time, the depth of a channel is reduced. The sediment must occasionally be removed from the bottom of the channel to maintain safe water depths for ship navigation and ensure that traffic flow to ports continues uninterrupted. Click for more...

Waterlogged Walgreens Site Work Wraps Up →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Mather Corporation of Bloomfield, CT, is currently on one of the largest jobs the company has ever seen — the site preparation work for a new Walgreens northeast distribution center. The job entails moving millions of yards of dirt, which is primarily glacial till. The site is a virgin site, which was primarily farmland. However, there is a hill located at the back of the property that is being removed and the soil will be redistributed toward the front of the property. Click for more...

Charlotte’s $427M Light Rail Line Heavy on Contracts →

From Construction Equipment Guide... North Carolina’s first light rail line — a 9.6-mi. (15.5-km) line known as the Lynx Blue Line (LBL) — will soon open in Charlotte, one of the fastest growing metropolitan regions in the United States. The $427 million light rail line will run from Uptown Charlotte to I-485 near South Boulevard, stopping at 15 stations. It is the first of five rapid transit lines planned along five transportation corridors in the Charlotte region. Click for more...

John Deere Completely Redesigns Cabs on New D-Series →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new John Deere D-Series excavators — 240D LC, 270D LC, 350D LC, 450D LC, 650D LC and 850D LC — retain many of their predecessors’ features, with improvements including faster hydraulics, a redesigned cab, undercarriage enhancements, and a new cooling system. “These new excavators deliver power, smoothness, ease of operation, and comfort that’s second-to-none,” said Mark Wall, product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry Company. Click for more...

AIM Attachments Introduces HDT62 Thumbs for Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... AIM Attachments’ new HDT62 universal excavator thumb features an AR400 steel structure built for a tight fit on any bucket. AIM HDT62 thumbs are 18 in. (45. 7 cm) wide and 62 in. (157.5 cm) long and designed to fit 33,000 to 45,000 lb. (14,969 to 20,412 kg) machines. Standard features include oversized steel pins, 1.5-in. thick AR400 steel tines with serrated edges and three working positions. Click for more...

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