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Case introduces F Series wheel loaders
January 19, 2011
Case Construction Equipment introduced three new F Series wheel loader models on Jan. 18 at the 2011 World of Concrete in Las Vegas.
The new machines provide faster acceleration, quicker cycle times and higher travel speeds while delivering as much ...
JCB adds two Loadall models: compact and high capacity
May 03, 2010
At Bauma 2010 in Munich, Germany, JCB announced that it will add the compact 527-58 Loadall, and the high-capacity 550-80 Loadall, to its telescopic handler range at Bauma.
The 527-58 - Compact Performance
As the most compact Loadall in the side-engine range, ...
Bauma 2010 wrap-up report: Record exhibitors, space; visitor quality good despite volcano interruption
April 28, 2010
The organizers of Bauma 2010 says the international tradeshow has marked a turnaround in the international construction machinery industry, ushering in the hoped-for change in sentiment. And this was despite the ban on air travel which impacted on the first ...
Exhibitors at Bauma: The show is integral to the construction industry, shows postive outlook
April 27, 2010
Despite a tough economy and the Iceland volcano just before the start Bauma that interrupted travel to the tradeshow, the show went on and exhibitor all echoed a similar sentiment: Bauma is important is an integral part of the construction ...
All About Bauma: A quick roundup of the facts and more
April 27, 2010
Bauma is the construction industry's largest tradeshow. That's not news.
But there a lot of other facts and tidbits in which you might be interested.
Click here for a fact sheet on Bauma.
Click here for a look at the layout of Bauma, ...
JCB’s develops independent, double-locking quickhitch
April 26, 2010
JCB Attachments has developed a double locking quickhitch that features independent locking of the front and rear pins.
Designed for use with tracked excavators including the JS130 through to the JS460 and the wheeled JS130W to the JS200W, the hitch is ...
LiuGong Machinery to develop new line of rollers
April 25, 2010
Chinese heavy construction equipment manufacturer LiuGong Machinery Corporation unveiled its plans at Bauma 2010 to introduce new models.
LiuGong Vice President David Beatenbough said the company is developing new rollers -- a complete range of bulldozers and a new grader, according ...
Cat’s M325D, M325D LMH wheel material loaders updated for faster barge unloading, easier transport
April 25, 2010
The updated Cat M325D MH and M325D LMH Wheel Material Handlers are designed to meet the production requirements in bulk materials handling applications and in the scrap and recycling industries.
The updated models feature a new, optional cambered boom for superior ...
Cat’s new line of pulverizers reduces largest possible amount of concrete in shortest time
April 25, 2010
Caterpillar Work Tools B.V. has introduced its new line of P200-series pulverizers for hydraulic excavators. The P200-series, model P215, P225, and P235 extend the range of hydro-mechanical work tools.
“The new line of pulverizers is yet another advancement as we continually ...
JCB launches the 515-40 compact telescopic handler
April 25, 2010
Newest and most compact telehandler offers maneuverability, lifting height and power for smaller worksites
Heavy equipment manufacturer JCB has launched the most compact and maneuverable telescopic handler model the company has produced to date. This machine, the new JCB 515-40, is ...
JCB unveils new backhoe loader generation at Bauma 2010
April 24, 2010
JCB unveiled a new generation of backhoe loaders at Bauma 2010 in Munich, Germany., that the company says "offer customers more versatility, productivity, cost efficiency and comfort."
The manufacturer says its new generation machine offers customers average fuel savings ranging from 6 percent to 16 ...
Manitowoc launches six-axle all-terrain crain
April 23, 2010
Manitowoc has launched the GMK6400 at Bauma 2010, and the company is touting it as the world’s most powerful six-axle all-terrain crane. The crane has a 400-ton maximum capacity.
Neil Hollingshead, Manitowoc’s global product director for all-terrain cranes and rough-terrain cranes, said ...



