Excavators

Doosan Equipment Good Fit for Infrastructure Contractors →

From Construction Equipment Guide... For two successful highway and bridge contractors, Lane Construction and Branch Highways, productivity is key for completing the high volume of infrastructure projects that are critical to their success. With dozens of large, complex projects in progress simultaneously, both firms rely on dependable construction equipment that delivers superior results. And Doosan construction equipment fits their needs well. Click for more...

First Doosan Excavator Gets High Marks From Contractor →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Imagine the condition of underground pipes buried more than 100 years ago. Now imagine if those pipes were your city's primary drinking water source. You may be concerned. So too were the folks in the town of Scituate, Mass. Residents in the town of Scituate voted in favor of a $22 million project in November 2013 to replace a 24-mi. portion of the aged pipe system. One of the contractors working on a $3 million portion of the water main replacement project in 2015 was R&D Site Development, a construction company based in Groveland, Mass., with extensive experience working in underground construction projects. Click for more...

Volvo Debuts its Largest North American Excavator to Date — the EC750E — at MINExpo 2016 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... MINEExpo 2016 saw the debut of Volvo's Largest Excavator to date - the 75-ton EC750E. The EC750E was designed to deliver heavy lifting power and high productivity without sacrificing the benefits for which Volvo is known, like best-in-class fuel efficiency, according to the company. The machine is capable of delivering up to 15 percent higher productivity with 5 percent greater fuel efficiency than its predecessor, the EC700CL. Click for more...

Log Splitter Attachment Mobilizes for On-Site Demonstrations →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Eric Ransome, owner of Atlantic Excavator Attachments, has taken to the road to demonstrate how his Black Splitter log splitter attachments can optimize firewood processing, wood chipping, and mulch processing operations. He has been traversing the Mid-Atlantic region conducting free on-site demonstrations to accomplish the mission. Ransome embarked on this campaign after recognizing that previous on-site demonstrations successfully conveyed the transformative power of this log splitter attachment. Click for more...

Komatsu Introduces the PC4000-11 Hydraulic Mining Shovel →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp. has announced the North American commercial release of the PC4000-11 hydraulic mining shovel at MINExpo. Best suited to pair with 150-240 ton trucks, the PC4000-11 can be configured as a shovel or backhoe, depending on the application. The Komatsu PC4000-11 is powered by a Tier 4 Final, 1875 HP, 16 cylinder, SDA16V160E-3 Komatsu engine with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) and time-saving engine oil management systems. Click for more...

Kobelco Launches Enhanced SK140SRLC-5 Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA has introduced the upgraded SK140SRLC-5 excavator in North America. The model retains its compact design and short rear swing agility while providing industry-leading value, productivity and durability through enhanced capabilities. According to the company, the KOBELCO SK140SRLC delivers unmatched performance and boasts a dynamic digging force of 21,357-lbs to achieve leading-class work volume – even while minimizing fuel consumption. Click for more...

Contractor Specializes in the Business of Relaxation →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The first year Tony Campbell started Campbell's Pool & Spa, he installed 143 pools — now, 21 years later, his company is installing a maximum of 40 per year. But before assuming that means his business has declined, consider what has changed. After a few years in the business and learning more about the pool and spa industry, Campbell implemented some changes into his business strategy. Rather than trying to install a lot of smaller, standard pools, he began focusing on custom pools, spas and water features. Click for more...

Ditch Witch Air Saber Lance Improves Air-Excavation Performance, Operator Comfort and Safety →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Ditch Witch, a Charles Machine Works Company, has introduced the Air Saber lance, a new excavation accessory for the company's FXT air-excavator equipment line. As one of the highest-rated air lances on the market, the Air Saber is rated for operation at 250 psi, empowering operators to dig faster and more efficiently. The lance's innovative design increases airflow for users while maintaining safe operation. Click for more...

Komatsu America's Chattanooga Manufacturing Operation Will Celebrate 30 Years in the Community →

To celebrate 30 years of manufacturing excellence and community partnership, Komatsu America's Chattanooga Manufacturing Operation will host a celebration program on Friday, September 23, at 9:30 AM. Past and current executives of the company, as well as elected officials and dignitaries will be on hand. Officials scheduled to attend the ceremony include Tennessee District 11 Senator Bo Watson, Tennessee District 27 Representative Patsy Hazlewood, and Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger. Click for more...

One of America's Largest Public Works Projects Continues →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) in New York is working on one of the largest public works projects currently under way in the United States. The project's purpose is to bring the Long Island Rail Road into a new terminal and concourse on the East Side, which is being constructed below and connected to Grand Central Terminal. Named the East Side Access Project, it will route the Long Island Rail Road from its main line through New York connections in Sunnyside Yard and through the lower level of the existing 63rd Street Tunnel under the East River. Click for more...

Switch Attachments From Your Seat With the New John Deere Hydraulic Coupler for Compact Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Switching buckets has never been easier with the new John Deere hydraulic coupler (16GE23) for compact excavators. Operators are no longer required to exit the cab to switch buckets, so site clearing can continue with high productivity and minimal interruptions. The hydraulic coupler is designed for 35G, 50G and 60G excavators, and is compatible with the ever-expanding lineup of John Deere Worksite Pro™ attachments. Click for more...

CASE Long Reach Excavators Add Increased Digging Capabilities to D Series Lineup →

From Construction Equipment Guide... CASE Construction Equipment's CX210D LR and CX250D LR crawler excavators provide increased operating performance for deep trenching, sloping, demolition, dredging, digging in sand or gravel pits or any application that requires long-distance bucket reach and precision. Each Long Reach (LR) model features an elongated boom and arm for increased digging capabilities in deep or long-distance digging applications, while providing the same improved responsiveness and multifunction controls of the D Series. Click for more...

Furukawa Rock Drill USA Introduces Fx225 Qtv Hydraulic Breaker →

Furukawa Rock Drill USA, a manufacturer of blast hole drills, hydraulic breakers and various other attachments for skid steers, mini-excavators, backhoes and excavators, is introducing its newest hard hitting, large-series model, the Fx225 Qtv hydraulic breaker. The hammer is designed to help improve day-to-day performance, providing less maintenance and downtime, smoother operation, superior strength and the highest level of reliability, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Hyundai HX Series Excavators Named Favored New Product →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Hyundai HX series hydraulic excavators has been named one of favored new construction products of 2016. The Hyundai HX series product line includes 10 excavator models, ranging from 14 to 52 metric tons. HX Series Excavators: Innovative, Productive, Fuel-Efficient "The Hyundai HX series excavators come packed with high-end features," said Corey Rogers, marketing manager, Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas. Click for more...

CNH Industrial Enters Exclusive Mini-Excavator Alliance With Hyundai →

From Construction Equipment Guide... CNH Industrial is announcing an exclusive agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries for the production and development of mini-excavators. This agreement completes CNH Industrial's investment strategy for its excavator product portfolio expansion. The two companies will benefit from synergies in product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and possible future powertrain opportunities. CNH Industrial will also have the opportunity to produce mini-excavator models of up to five tons at its plants and source OEM models above five tons. Click for more...

Zimmerer Kubota, FAE Team Up →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Zimmerer Kubota values the relationship it has developed with FAE USA Inc. over the past six years. The company has been impressed with the level of service, support and product quality of FAE. The Kubota SVL compact track loaders have proved to be a great match with the FAE UML/SSL 150 VT. The company has more than seven mulching units in its rental fleet. The company often rents and sells to farmers/ranchers, government entities and land clearing contractors. Click for more...

Hydrema Names ATS Exclusive New England Dealer →

From Construction Equipment Guide... ATS Equipment has been named the exclusive New England dealer for Hydrema. The Boston-based dealer will carry the full Hydrema line. “Hydrema has been looking for a way to strongly enter the Boston market, and ATS Equipment is the perfect match,” said Kris Binder, executive vice president of Hydrema – North America. “The Hydrema machines are a nice complement to the lines that ATS already carries, such as Kobelco excavators and Kawasaki-KCM loaders. Click for more...

Kobelco Construction Machinery USA Names Brogan Service Representative →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kobelco Construction Machinery USA continues to provide product and service support for its authorized dealer network with the addition of Matt Brogan, field service representative. Brogan will be responsible for managing a dense market of regional dealerships and providing support on the sales and service of Kobelco excavators. He will perform weekly technical calls and regular visits with each dealer, ensuring their personnel have the necessary training to successfully support Kobelco. Click for more...

BLOG: Twenty-Thousand Gradall Excavators is a Lot of Dirt Under the Bucket →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Gradall is celebrating production of 20,000 of its machines over the first 70 years of its existence. We're not talking here about donuts or some consumer widget. Gradall construction machines weigh up to 34 tons and buyers need a ditch or something to justify buying one. So 20,000 is a significant number, though not unheard-of production for an equipment manufacturer. JCB has sold more than 400,000 backhoe loaders since 1953. Click for more...

KOBELCO USA Furthers Dedication to Dealer Service Support →

From Construction Equipment Guide... KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA is announcing the addition of Matt Brogan, Field Service Representative. Brogan will be responsible for managing a dense market of regional dealerships and providing support on the sales and service of KOBELCO excavators. He will perform weekly technical calls and regular visits with each dealer, ensuring their personnel have the necessary training to successfully support KOBELCO. Click for more...

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