Excavators

Vacuworx AMC Series Vacuum Lifting Systems Provide Mid-Range Material Handling Solutions →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With a lighter weight, smaller size and brand new attachment options, the Vacuworx AMC Series Lifting Systems can truly go where no other vacuum lifters have gone before. The AMC 6 and AMC 4 models operate in conjunction with compact to mid-sized excavators, as well as with truck mounted articulating cranes, using the hydraulic power from the host machine without a significant reduction in the equipment's overall lifting capacity. Click for more...

Europe's Mecalac Arrives in America, Introduces a New Approach for Streamlining Job Site Management at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017, Las Vegas →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Key U.S. target markets for Mecalac machines are urban job sites that require space management and versatility in the building, construction, civil engineering (pipe, electrical, cable laying) and landscaping sectors. In the goal of moving into both North and South America, Groupe Mecalac has created a holding company based in the U.S.: Mecalac Americas LLC. Groupe Mecalac Vice President Alexandre Marchetta envisions an “organic” approach to expanding distribution throughout the Americas. Click for more...

Leica Geosystems Increases Productivity with Intelligent MSS400 Series Sensors →

From Construction Equipment Guide... “The new MSS400 Series Sensors are so responsive that I receive almost instantaneous updates on the panel. This means that I can use my excavator to fine grade much faster. The sensors are very fast even when I dig 4 to 5 meters down,” said Michael Madsen, excavator operator from Entreprenørfirmaet Ollerup in Denmark. Boosting Productivity Through Efficiency The MSS400 Series Sensors allow the operator to work faster while maintaining advanced accuracy at higher speeds on challenging job sites where greater productivity is essential. Click for more...

LiuGong Determined to Win the North American Market →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LiuGong - a global leader in the manufacture of a full range of extreme duty construction equipment – is about to enter its tenth year in the US market. LiuGong North America has evolved into a fast-growing, innovative heavy construction equipment and material handling operation. Their reputation is built on a commitment to providing quality, cost-effective machinery and for delivering quick service to the market. Click for more...

LiuGong Presents 13 Tough Machines at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LiuGong, a global leader in the manufacture of construction equipment, is to showcase 13 'Tough' machines suitable for extreme duty at this year's ConExpo-Con/AGG show. At the show LiuGong is to unveil its new revolutionary vertical lift wheel loader for the first time outside of China. In addition, the company is also bringing its most up-to-date H series wheel loaders and E series excavators for global visitors to inspect at close range. Click for more...

The New Liebherr A 918 Litronic Wheeled Excavator at Conexpo 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr presents the A 918 Litronic wheeled excavator compliant with the latest emission stage Tier 4f / Stage IV at Conexpo 2017. With an operating weight between 38,800 – 43,600 lb (17,600 and 19,800 kg) and engine power of 163 hp (120 kW) , the A 918 is the ideal machine both for standard earthmoving and road construction, as well as drainage and pipeline work. The A 918 Litronic provides exceptionally high lift capacities and digging forces in addition to excellent travel performance and very low fuel consumption. Click for more...

The New Liebherr R 920 Compact Swing Crawler Excavator Introduced at Conexpo 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The new R920 Compact swing crawler excavator, which was showcased for the first time at Bauma 2016, is now available worldwide. The compact swing model has been designed specifically for use in restricted construction sites or in inner city areas. The new Liebherr R 920 Compact swing crawler excavator, with an operating weight between 41,890 and 46,300 lbs., is powered by a 148 hp (110 kW) engine and complies with the requirements of exhaust emissions Tier 4f / Stage IV. Click for more...

Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Introduces New Model in 9A Series Compact Excavator Line →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas introduced a seventh model in its 9A series of Tier 4 Final-compliant compact excavators. The new R30Z-9AK is a three-ton-class model that features a zero-tail swing design for optimum maneuverability in confined work spaces. The company announced and is exhibiting the new model at the ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 international construction equipment exposition. The 9A series excavators range from 1.7 to 8.2 metric tons, and include three zero-tail swing models, the R17Z-9A, R25Z-9A and R35Z-9A; a standard counterweight model, the R55-9A; and two compact-radius models, the R60CR-9A and R80CR-9A. Click for more...

New Crusher Feature, Complete Coupler Lineup at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Geith plans to display a new crusher feature and a wide range of couplers at this year's ConExpo in Las Vegas, March 7 – 10, inside booth #C30030. The featured coupler options include Geith's manual quick coupler, tilting coupler and hydraulic quick coupler, all designed to maximize safety, performance and reliability for end-users. Geith's manual quick coupler will be featured as part of the company's new concrete crusher unit. Click for more...

Geith Heavy-Duty Buckets Display Durability, Strength →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Geith, a specialist in the design and manufacturing of excavator attachments with more than 50 years of expertise, offers a wide range of heavy excavator buckets perfect for landclearing applications or general construction site work. Geith's heavy-duty bucket lineup includes excavator digging and grading buckets, both suitable for light or heavy work environments because they have a robust design and fittings created to match excavators perfectly. Click for more...

Next Generation Bobcat Excavator Feature Design, Performance, Comfort Enhancements →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bobcat Company has enhanced its compact excavators with the all-new, next generation R-Series excavators. Featuring a bold, distinct design, R-Series excavators will help boost operator productivity and comfort, as well as machine uptime protection. The first R-Series excavators to launch will include the Bobcat E32 and E35 in the popular 3- to 4-ton size class. Additional R-Series excavators from Bobcat will be introduced at a later date. Click for more...

Kobelco USA Names Pro Access Rentals as Dealer in Oklahoma →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kobelco Construction Machinery USA continues to expand representation in the North American market by adding Pro Access Rentals to its growing dealer network. Pro Access will represent the full line of Kobelco excavators in Oklahoma. “Our dealership has a large rental clientele with many of our customers being in the general construction and pipeline industries,” said David Evans, president of Pro Access Rentals. Click for more...

Imagining What's Next for the Construction and Equipment Industry →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Set to be revealed at the ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017, the buzz around 3D printing industry's latest marvel, the “Project AME” or Additive Manufactured Excavator merits all the attention it is getting. Boasting of a superlative design in which the Boom is printed with smooth fluid flow passages allowing for an unprecedented integration of the Boom with the power of fluid, this piece of equipment is set to provide new insights on the untapped potential of integrating 3D printing in producing construction equipment. Click for more...

BEKA Displays Giga Plus, PICO, Hamax 2 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... BEKA, a leading global brand of automatic lubrication systems for industrial, over-the-road and off-road applications, will display its new Giga Plus, PICO and Beka Hamax 2 pumps, along with the EP1 pump, at Booth # G72213 in the Gold Hall. While at the booth, visitors also can enter to win the company's ConExpo contest. BEKA-MAX PICO PumpsThe compact PICO-pump offers compact dimensions with high performance:• Designed for applications with a small number of lube points or restricted space• Suitable for lubricants (NLGI 000, 00, 0, 1, 2)• Able to modify system as necessary• Integrated control unit PICO-tronic with:o 3 operating modes: time, cycles or revolutionso Electronic monitoring of grease level, pump function, distributor functiono Selection of operating conditions: easy, medium or heavyo Integrated data logger with diagnosis module• Installation kits available• The PICO combines 2 operating principles: Multiline and progressive technology. Click for more...

Excavator Coupler Saves Time, Increases Productivity →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Engcon, a 26-year-old $90 million Swedish firm, offers an excavator coupling system that provides a safe, convenient, time-saving way to connect and disconnect mechanical and hydraulic attachments on an excavator in just 10 seconds while the operator remains in the cab. Q-Safe, Engcon's hydraulic quick coupler or hitch lock, and EC-Oil, Engcon's automatic oil coupling system for hydraulic and electrical connection, allow an excavator operator to change hydraulic tools such as hammers or grabbers, or disconnect a tiltrotator, quickly and safely. Click for more...

Crews Clean Up Contaminated Starmet Corporation Buildings →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A key phase of the clean up of Starmet Corporation, a superfund site in Concord, Mass., was recently completed by de maximis inc. The main work was finished last August — under budget by $15 million. It took subcontractors three years to remove the contaminated radioactive materials from the site, a former nuclear research and depleted uranium weapons facility. The buildings were demolished over a five-month period. Click for more...

Kobelco USA Plans Exciting ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 Exhibit →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kobelco Construction Machinery USA continues its commitment to quality and innovation with plans to highlight its latest advancements at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017, held March 7-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The exciting Kobelco exhibit – located in booth N10002 – will feature a large selection of excavators, new and specialty models, and showcase the company's exclusive technologies. Click for more...

Rental Store Delivers Special Excavator for Long-Term Use →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Five years after the largest wildfire in the history of Arizona burned nearly 841 sq. mi. (2,178 sq km), there are signs that the area is slowly coming back to life. Regrowth is taking place in the national forests, businesses and tourists are returning and there is a new awareness of the importance of managing the land and clearing away debris. At the Black River Pump Station, located at an elevation of 6,000 ft. Click for more...

IronPlanet Facilitates Sale of World's Largest Demolition Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Buying used heavy equipment is no small task, especially when it comes to purchasing one of the world's most extreme demolition excavators. Last summer, a unique 2009 Rusch triple 34-25 long reach demolition track excavator was purchased from Norway by an Arizona-based buyer. It was purchased with confidence and ease through IronPlanet's used heavy equipment online marketplace. This Rusch demolition excavator is like no other. Click for more...

Takeuchi-US Introduces Its First Hybrid Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Takeuchi-US has released the first hybrid dual-powered excavator in its lineup with the TB216H compact excavator. The TB216H features both an electric motor and diesel engine with its own pump group to power the machine's hydraulics. The dual-power feature enables the operator to work indoors or outdoors, greatly increasing versatility. Machine performance is consistent regardless of the power source the operator chooses. Click for more...

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