Tue September 01, 2015
Precision Asphalt Paving 101: Laying a Quality Mat
This article is the second of a four-part series on paving provided by Volvo Construction Equipment. Successful asphalt paving projects don’t happen by accident. They are the result of careful planning and proper preparation....
Wed July 29, 2015
Precision Paving Begins With Proper Equipment Setup
This article is the first of a four-part series on paving provided by Volvo Construction Equipment. Successful asphalt paving projects don’t happen by accident. They are the result of careful planning and proper preparation....
Mon October 05, 2015
Little LEGO Loaders Celebrate Anniversary With Record Breaking Attempt
Volvo’s wheel loader facility in Arvika, Sweden, recently celebrated its 130th anniversary by hosting a family fun day — including a record breaking gathering of LEGO wheel loaders. On Sept....
Mon September 28, 2015
NJPA Awards Equipment Contract
The National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) contract will allow Volvo Construction Equipment to better serve state and municipal customers by streamlining access to equipment from the entire Volvo product line....
Wed September 09, 2015
Volvo EC60E Is Perfect Fit for Any Application
The new EC60E crawler excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment is built to perform on any job site — from confined spaces to major construction projects. Equipped with a Volvo Tier IV final engine and adjustable hydraulic flow, the machine offers a 10 percent increase in swing force and lifting capacity, as well as a 20 percent increase in power — all while boasting an 8 percent improvement in fuel efficiency as compared to the prior series model....
Wed August 19, 2015
Volvo ECR145E, ECR235E Prove Powerful Performers in Tight Places
The ECR145E and ECR235E from Volvo Construction Equipment are equipped with a powerful Volvo Tier IV Final engine that delivers up to 10 percent fuel economy improvements. To capitalize on efficiency and productivity, both machines offer integrated working modes, which allow the operator to choose the best work mode for the application — I (Idle), F (Fine), G (General) or H (Heavy)....
Tue August 18, 2015
SD75B, SD115B Soil Compactors Roll With the Punches
The SD75B and SD115B soil compactors are the latest Tier IVFinal soil compactors from Volvo Construction Equipment. These versatile and intelligent machines help operators achieve the highest level of performance and efficiency possible, whatever the demands of the job, according to the manufacturer....
Tue August 11, 2015
New Volvo EC140E Offers Efficiency, Comfort
Equipped with a Tier IV Final Volvo D4 engine, the new Volvo EC140E crawler excavator features a 5 percent increase in engine power and 10 percent improvement in fuel efficiency versus previous models, helping customers minimize their fuel cost, while delivering the performance and reliability they expect from Volvo....
Wed July 29, 2015
Volvo EC20D Compact Excavator Packs a Mighty Punch
The new D-Series compact excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) features a Volvo D0.9A Tier IV Final engine that is 10 percent more fuel efficient when equipped with the auto engine shutdown option....
Thu June 25, 2015
Volvo EW160E, EW180E Wheeled Excavators Keep Productivity on a Roll
The latest wheeled excavators from Volvo Construction Equipment, the EW160E and EW180E, are multi-tasking machines designed to cater to all the operator’s needs on the job site. Both models can be tailored to suit customers’ precise specifications, with a whole range of flexible configurations that allow operators to change attachments quickly and easily, and add on useful features....
