Thu September 29, 2016
Volvo Debuts its Largest North American Excavator to Date — the EC750E — at MINExpo 2016
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....
Brian M. Fraley - Thu September 29, 2016
Log Splitter Attachment Mobilizes for On-Site Demonstrations
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....
Thu September 29, 2016
Komatsu Introduces the PC4000-11 Hydraulic Mining Shovel
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....
Tue September 27, 2016
Kobelco Launches Enhanced SK140SRLC-5 Excavator
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....
Tue September 27, 2016
Contractor Specializes in the Business of Relaxation
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....
Mon September 26, 2016
CASE Beefs up D Series with new CX490D and CX500D Excavators
CASE Construction Equipment has introduced two new crawler excavators to its D Series lineup: the CX490D and CX500D. These new models are designed for heavy excavation work and replace the company's previous 47-metric ton excavator the CX470C....
Mon September 26, 2016
Ditch Witch Air Saber Lance Improves Air-Excavation Performance, Operator Comfort and Safety
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....
Wed September 21, 2016
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....
Mon September 19, 2016
One of America's Largest Public Works Projects Continues
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....
Thu September 15, 2016
Switch Attachments From Your Seat With the New John Deere Hydraulic Coupler for Compact Excavators
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....
