Thu June 06, 2013
Hitachi Launches Two New Zaxis Dash 5 Reduced-Tail-Swing Excavators
Hitachi introduced the newest models to join its Zaxis Dash-5 line — the ZX75US-5 and ZX85US-5. The two reduced-tail-swing excavators feature the same performance and reliability as the preceding Dash-3 series models, but include a variety of enhancements that make them more durable, productive and easy to maintain, according to the manufacturer....
Thu June 06, 2013
Excavator ’Stag’ Staggered Tooth High Penetration Bucket
Leading Edge Attachments Inc. now offers a newer version of the “Stag” bucket, which is a new style, high penetration bucket utilizing the “staggered tooth” technology, and is designed for excavators allowing the operator to easily dig compacted soils, coral, shale, caliche, stratified materials, shot rock or frozen ground with higher concentrated breakout force for a price that is lower than the multi-ripper bucket....
Eric Olson - Tue May 28, 2013
Pepperdam Faces Bright Future Despite Past Challenges
Similar to many construction companies that have come through the recession of the last 5 years, Pepperdam Construction may be battered, but it is certainly not beaten. In fact, the firm, located in North Charleston, S.C., is facing an increasingly bright future....
Fri May 24, 2013
Hyundai Introduces Interim Tier IV Mid-to-Large-Size Excavators
Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Inc. has added three new construction class crawler excavators: the R300LC-9A, 330LC-9A and 380LC-9A. These new earthmovers feature a certified Interim Tier IV engine upgrade, improved hydraulics, increased operator comfort and more durability, according to the manufacturer....
Mon May 20, 2013
KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA Plans Return To ConExpo in 2014
KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA has announced its plan to exhibit at ConExpo 2014. This will mark the company’s participation as an independent brand for the first time in ten years. KOBELCO will celebrate its return to the show from March 4 – March 8, 2014 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada with an expansive 34,650 square foot outdoor exhibit in Silver Lot 2, unveiling their full range of 3,000 lb....
Mon May 20, 2013
Kobelco Ramps Up Parts Inventory at Distribution Center
Kobelco Construction Machinery USA has made a significant amount of progress in the relaunch of its brand across North America since announcing the company would end its joint venture agreement with CNH at the end of 2012....
Thu May 09, 2013
Doosan DX490LC, DX530 Excavators Feature More Power, Performance, Comfort
The Doosan DX490LC-3 and DX530LC-3 excavators are equipped with significant upgrades that provide power and performance in road building, site development, oil and gas pipeline development and other construction applications....
Thu May 09, 2013
Case CX130C, CX160C C Series Excavators Offer Improved Fuel Economy, Productivity
Case Construction Equipment’s Tier IV interim CX130C and CX160C excavators offer customers fuel economy increases of up to 8 percent and 5 percent, respectively, versus previous B Series models; resulting in increased productivity, along with lower overall owning and operating costs facilitated through easier maintenance....
Wed May 08, 2013
SANY Aids Earthquake Recovery in Sichuan Province
SANY has sent truck cranes, excavators, vehicles and five rescue teams to aid in recovery efforts in earthquake-ravaged Sichuan Province in southwestern China. A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck the Lushan County area of Sichuan Province on April 20, killing more than 190 people and injuring 11,000 others....
Tue May 07, 2013
Genesis XT Mobile Shears Mount on Smaller Carriers
Genesis Attachments’ XT mobile shears is designed to process scrap more efficiently and fit on smaller carriers, reducing initial acquisition investments and hourly energy consumption costs, according to the manufacturer....
