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Mon October 04, 2010

Case Launches Four New Backhoes

Case Construction Equipment Sept. 22 launched a complete update of its loader/backhoe product line, introducing four new N Series loader/backhoe models. The event took place at the company’s Tomahawk Customer Center in Tomahawk, Wis....

Fri August 27, 2010

JESCO Expands Capabilities With Emissions Solutions Products, Services

JESCO has expanded its services to include emissions solutions. This service encompasses retrofitting of off-road construction equipment with diesel particulate filters (DPFs) and catalytic converter mufflers (CCMs) as well as consultation services to end-users on emissions regulations....

Fri August 13, 2010

Caterpillar to Build Manufacturing Plant in Texas

Caterpillar Inc., the world’s largest maker of construction and other heavy machinery, announced Aug. 12 it will build a hydraulic excavator manufacturing facility in Victoria, Texas, that will employ more than 500 workers....

Wed August 04, 2010

Giants Stadium Demolition Enters the Fourth Quarter

In late August, the New York Giants and New York Jets will play a preseason football game against each other in what’s now being called the New Meadowlands Stadium. While it won’t be the first game played there — the Giants have a preseason opener beforehand — it will be the first game at the new stadium that houses both NFL teams....

Mon August 02, 2010

Excavator Production Under Way at JCB’s Latest Factory

JCB is continuing its investment in global excavator production capability with the opening of its newest factory in Brazil where the first 22-ton (20 t) machine has just rolled off the line. The JS200LC tracked excavator has been bought by Jorcal Engenharia E Construções S/A, a company based in Sao Paulo State, and owner Renato Rédis said he is “extremely pleased” with the performance of the machine....

Doosan - Wed June 30, 2010

Doosan DX350LC Excavator Offers More Engine Horsepower

Despite a nearly 10 percent increase in engine horsepower compared with the model it replaces, the Doosan DX350LC excavator still sips on fuel and easily meets all current Tier III emissions standards, according to the manufacturer....

Doosan - Wed June 30, 2010

Doosan DX235LCR Crawler Excavator Features Near-Zero Tail Swing

Near-zero tail swing on the new Doosan DX235LCR crawler excavator allows it to work close to buildings and in confined areas without sacrificing performance and stability. With a tail swing radius of 5-ft.-6-in....

Wed June 30, 2010

AIM Attachments Excavator Grapples Have Five, Seven Tine Options

The AIM excavator grapple, featuring AR 400 steel tines, offers two options: a five tine design (two tines over three) or high capacity seven tine design (three tines over four) with a reinforced solid box body....

Tue June 29, 2010

Doosan DX140LCR Crawler Excavator Features Reduced Tail Swing

Reduced tail swing on the new Doosan DX140LCR crawler excavator makes it ideal for working on roadways, railroad rights of way and in other tight quarters. The tail swing radius on the 14-ton (12.7 t) DX140LCR is just 4 ft....

Tue June 29, 2010

Minimal Tail Swing Allows Bobcat E50 Compact Excavator to Work in Confined Areas

With a tail swing of less than an inch, the new Bobcat E50 compact excavator can work in confined areas without sacrificing digging performance. The E50 joins the Bobcat M-Series excavator line in the 4- to 5-ton (3.6 to 4.5 t) weight class....