CEG - Wed May 21, 2014
Bulk Tank Contamination: The ’Silent Killer’
Doctors call hypertension, or high blood pressure, the "silent killer." According to the CDC, 1 in 3 adults in the USA suffer from hypertension, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, and costs us almost $48 billion annually in medical costs....
Wed May 14, 2014
Cat MD5150C Track Drill Builds on MD5150
Caterpillar’s MD5150C track drill is the first of the C Series drills, which feature Cat components available from local Cat dealers who also service the drills. The MD5150C delivers top-of-class power and high airflow for fast, efficient drilling of holes from 4 in....
Tue April 29, 2014
Cat Performance Series Buckets Increase Productivity, Fuel Economy
Cat performance series buckets represent a loading system that balances the shape of the bucket with the wheel loader’s linkage design, operating weight and lift/tilt capabilities. The net result is optimum machine performance in production-oriented applications, whether truck loading, stockpiling, or load-and-carry, according to the manufacturer....
Wed April 30, 2014
Ring Power Signs on With Caterpillar Global Mining
Ring Power Corporation has signed an agreement with Caterpillar Global Mining LLC ("CGM"), acquiring the distribution and support business of the former line of Bucyrus Mining Products acquired by Caterpillar in July 2011....
Fri April 25, 2014
Cat MH3037 Wheeled Material Handler Features Advanced Power Train
The Cat MH3037 is the third member of the new wheeled material handler line that Caterpillar is introducing in the greater-than-25-ton (22.7 t) size class. The new Cat material handlers are purpose-built to work productively and durably in industrial, scrap recycling, millyard and waterway applications, while affording maximum protection and convenience for the operator....
Fri April 25, 2014
Cat D9T Dozer Delivers Enhanced Productivity, Safety, Serviceability
The Cat D9T dozer has new features that enhance performance, productivity, operator convenience and safety, and serviceability. The new dozer features a Cat C18 ACERT engine, which meets Tier IV Final/Stage IV emissions standards, and delivers 436 net hp (325 kW) at 1,800 rpm....
Fri April 25, 2014
Pin Grabber Coupler Satisfies Regulations, Delivers Value
The Cat pin grabber coupler for excavators meets or exceeds global industry standards for coupler safety, including the European Union EN474 standard and the ISO/DIS-13031 "best practices" ruling. The new coupler, designed and built by Caterpillar, not only satisfies new safety criteria but also adds significant customer value by enhancing overall machine versatility and productivity, according to the manufacturer....
Fri April 18, 2014
Holt CAT Names Leaders
Holt CAT, the Caterpillar Equipment and Engine dealer of south, central, north and northeast Texas, recently named Corinna Holt Richter as vice president, machine division, product support sales and Peter John Holt as vice president, power systems division, commercial engine sales....
Wed April 16, 2014
620K Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Offer Added Productivity, Convenience
The Cat 620 K-Series wheel tractor-scrapers — 621K, 623K, and 627K — further refine the design of H-Series predecessors, which introduced sequence assist and load assist that automate cycle functions for optimum production and operator convenience....
Mary Reed - Thu April 17, 2014
Long-Awaited Las Vegas Project Now in Full Swing
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is currently overseeing the long-awaited reopening of F Street in Las Vegas. Now in full swing, the F Street Connection project has its roots in 2006. That year the Las Vegas City Council voted to close the street, city officials expressing concern about cement truck traffic using it....
