Wed December 14, 2011
Zahn Trencher Now Offers Heavy-Duty Track Option
The Ditch Witch organization now offers a heavy-duty track option with two of its Zahn compact trenchers: the two-wheel-drive R230 and R300. Until now, each Zahn unit has offered standard air-filled or optional urethane-filled, flat-proof tires for enhanced traction....
Thu December 08, 2011
Doosan Portable Power Tier IVi Mobile Generators Are Now Available
Doosan Portable Power has released four models in its Tier IV Interim (Tier IVi) mobile generator portfolio. The G150, G190, G240 and G325 mobile generators are new to the lineup of 10 Doosan models ranging from 25 to 570 kVA and became available Dec....
Wed December 07, 2011
Henderson Wing System Addresses Municipal Operations
Wing plows have been around for years. They have grown both in popularity and complexity with municipal customers, each operation requiring unique tweaks and/or advantages. In essence taking customization to new levels and extending manufacturing response times....
Wed December 07, 2011
Compact Cold Planers Offer 20-inch Milling
Dynapac PL500T and PL500TD 20-in. (50 cm) compact cold planers are available as three- or four-wheeled units. The cold planers feature a maximum cutting depth of 6.3 in. (16 cm) for the PL500T and 7.9 in....
Wed December 07, 2011
Atlas Copco Introduces New Waterwell Rig at NGWA Expo
Atlas Copco introduced the new Series III of its T2W waterwell drill rig at the NGWA Expo in Las Vegas, Nev., on Nov. 30, 2011. The T2W-III is Atlas Copco’s single-engine rig for rotary and down-the-hole (DTH) drilling in the 30,000 lb....
Fri December 02, 2011
New Features for Cat D9T Ease Operator’s Job, Boost Production
New features for the Cat D9T track-type tractor include enhanced operator safety, comfort and convenience, while also refining the performance and productivity. Powered by a Cat C18 engine with ACERT Technology, rated at 410 hp (306 kW), and with an operating weight of more than 110,000 lbs....
Fri December 02, 2011
Rotobec Shear Works in Difficult Conditions
The VTN Rotobec shear is designed to work on second member or third member mounts. The CI shear’s shape allows it to work in difficult above ground building and bridge demolition, according to the manufacturer....
Fri December 02, 2011
Atlas Copco Hurricane Introduces New Booster Module
Atlas Copco Hurricane debuted its new M-41/1000 booster module at the National Ground Water Association Conference and Exposition in Las Vegas, Nev. Designed to meet a very specific set of applications, the M-41 has a small footprint for installation on water well rigs or reverse circulation drill rigs, as well as mobile drill platforms....
Wed November 23, 2011
Cat 120M2, 12M2 Motorgraders Feature Low Emissions Engines, Added Amenities
The newest motorgraders from Caterpillar, the Cat 120M2 and 12M2 — with their all-wheel-drive (AWD) counterparts, the 120M2 AWD and 12M2 AWD — are equipped with low-emitting, fuel-efficient engines meeting Tier IV Interim emission standards and are designed for a broad range of tasks, including heavy blade work, road maintenance, snow removal and precision-finishing....
Wed November 16, 2011
XL Specialized Trailers Introduces 13-Axle Trailer
XL Specialized Trailers’s 13-axle trailer boasts a light weight configuration. At 57,440 lbs. (26,054 kg), the new XL MG 170 West Coast trailer hauls loads up to 170,000 lbs. (77,110 kg) distributed, including 2.5mW wind turbines, heavy construction equipment such as large dozers, excavators and wheel loaders, as well as off-road trucks for mining applications....
