CEG - Thu August 01, 2024
James River Equipment Holds Customer Appreciation Event
James River Equipment held a customer appreciation event July 25, 2024, at its Charlotte, N.C., facility. Approximately 375 contractors and their families attended the event, which featured displays of the latest John Deere equipment, Wirtgen Group equipment, James River's service capabilities, including service trucks, and much more....
John Deere - Mon July 22, 2024
John Deere Rolls Out E-Drive Production Class Loader Offerings With 744, 824 X-Tier Models
John Deere announced the launch of its latest production class loader offerings with the introduction of the 744 X-Tier and 824 X-Tier wheel loaders. Engineered with the demanding conditions of the construction job site in mind, these technology-packed loaders are an ideal solution for customers looking to benefit from unparalleled fuel efficiency, enhanced productivity and unmatched operator comfort, according to the manufacturer....
Murphy Tractor - Wed July 17, 2024
Murphy Tractor Hosts Open House in Rossford, Ohio
Murphy Tractor held an open house at its facility in Rossford, Ohio, on June 7. Located at 9400 Bass Pro Blvd., the Rossford branch had its grand opening in May 2023. The Murphy Tractor team welcomed almost 200 guests to the open house, where lunch was provided....
John Deere - Wed July 10, 2024
John Deere 6M Tractor Delivers for Farmers, Ranchers
John Deere announced the launch of the new 6M tractor, providing farmers and ranchers numerous options in one of the industry's most versatile and dependable tractors. With 18 different models, engine options with 95 to 250 hp and five frame size options, the 6M tractor can be customized to fit the needs of farms and ranches....
Eric Olson - CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR - Mon July 08, 2024
WIC: James River Equipment's Destiny Johnson's — Determination to Be Best
Like any other successful young person in the construction equipment distribution industry, Destiny Johnson is making her mark via a single-minded determination to be the best at her job. Throughout her seven-year career working in the business, the past two with the Charlotte, N.C., branch of James River Equipment, Johnson has worked to learn everything there is to know about the machines she handles as an outside rental representative for the dealership....
CEG - Thu June 27, 2024
United Construction & Forestry Holds Grand Opening Event in Pembroke, N.H.
United Construction & Forestry held a grand opening celebration June 21, 2024, at its new facility in Pembroke, N.H. United Construction & Forestry and its sister company, United Ag & Turf, operate John Deere dealerships specializing in heavy-duty construction, compact construction, forestry, road building equipment, agriculture, turf and utility vehicles....
CEG - Thu June 27, 2024
Former Lobsterman Thrives With Own Biz, G & C Marine Services
G & C Marine Services Inc., a full-service marine construction company located in Norwalk, Conn., is run by company founder Gary Wetmore and his son, Charlie, who have been in the business for approximately 20 years....
John Deere - Tue June 25, 2024
John Deere Extends Western Snowplow Agreement for Compact Tractors, Construction Equipment
John Deere has extended its allied distribution agreement with Douglas Dynamics, parent company of Western Products, to sell and support Western snow and ice removal products for its compact utility tractor and construction equipment line-ups through the John Deere dealer network....
Diamond Mowers - Mon June 24, 2024
New Rooftop Cooler From Diamond Mowers Offers Superior Cooling Capabilities for Skid Steers
Engineered to minimize the risk of hydraulic overheating when mowing and mulching, the new SK Rooftop Cooler from Diamond Mowers is the latest addition to the company's line of skid-steer attachments and accessories....
Martin Equipment - Tue June 18, 2024
Martin Equipment Breaks Ground On New Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Facility
Fourth-generation, family-owned John Deere Construction & Forestry dealer Martin Equipment celebrated the groundbreaking of a brand-new facility in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on June 13. Construction on the new facility, located at 7708 6th St....
