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New products, technology headline Husqvarna event

May 16, 2012

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  At a media event Tuesday, Husqvarna showcased their latest products, stressing the company’s commitment to innovation and developing new technology. Mark Michaels, product manager, said that while mature markets are contracting globally, Husqvarna has continued to expand in the construction ...

JCB adds San Antonio dealer

May 03, 2012

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JCB has added to their North American dealer network with JCB of South Texas. Located in San Antonio, JCB of South Texas offers the full JCB line of equipment, including new, used and rental. JCB of South Texas, which is managed ...

Cooper Kenworth adds Asheville location

May 03, 2012

Cooper Kenworth has opened a 31,000-square-foot parts and service operation in Asheville, North Carolina. The facility, located along U.S. Interstate 40 at 1895 Old Haywood Road, has 14 service bays and a 7,000-square-foot parts department. One bay is a dedicated ...

Toro acquires Stone assets

April 26, 2012

Toro on Thursday announced the acquisition of Stone Construction Equipment's assets, in a transaction that gives Toro a line of light construction equipment including compaction equipment, mixers and other concrete equipment. Toro expects the purchase to expand the company's reach in ...

PacLease opens three new franchises

April 24, 2012

PacLease (PACCAR Leasing Company) has opened three new franchises in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. According to PacLease President Neil Vonnahme, growth in Georgia is driven by the need for fleets to meet maintenance requirements under CSA, as well as new ...

Billings Kubota to distribute Terex Woodsman line

April 24, 2012

Billings Kubota, a full-service distributor serving Montana and surrounding areas, has added the Terex Woodsman line to the brands they distribute. The company, owned by Bruce Rush, also offers the Terex ASV line. Terex Woodsman offers a range of woodchipping products.

Kawasaki launches new Z7 wheel loaders

March 28, 2012

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Kawasaki (KCMA Corporation) launched the first two models of the Z7 wheel loader series, the 85Z7 and 90Z7, at an event held Wednesday. Featuring a ground-up redesign, the loaders meet EPA Tier 4 Interim emissions standards and offer a range ...

What are your equipment purchase plans for 2012?

February 01, 2012

AEMP to offer PDI in webinar series

December 05, 2011

Beginning January 3, the Association of Equipment Management Professionals will offer its Professional Development Institute (PDI) live in a series of one-hour webinars. Covering each of AEMP’s 17 core competencies, the webinars are intended to assist in the preparation for the ...

AEMP seeks 2012 Fleet Masters and Technician of the Year Nominations

December 02, 2011

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In 2012, AEMP will recognize two outstanding heavy equipment technicians with the 23rd annual Technician of the Year Award. The award is sponsored by the AEMP Foundation and John Deere. Winners will be honored at a special luncheon during the ...

Alcoa Wheel named Heil Trailer’s Supplier of the Year

November 09, 2011

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Heil Trailer International has named Alcoa Wheel the company's Supplier of the Year. The company was recognized at the 2011 Heil Supplier Conference held in September in Athens, Tennessee. Four companies were named Key Suppliers: Accuride, Leeco Steel, Ridewell and ...

Omaha Standard Palfinger names account specialist, operations manager

November 09, 2011

David Cheleen has been named Account Specialist-Western Region for Omaha Standard. Located at the company's facility in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Cheleen will handle inside sales and external account management. Cheleen has a background in managing customer relationships and has aided in ...
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