Micheal NewmanHomeNEW HELPER7 SERIES 2 LOADER SCALE IS UPDATED WITH EXPANDED DATA CAPTURE AND REPORTINGRMT Equipment is introducing North America to the newest edition of the popular helper7 Series 2 loader scale from VEI Payload Management Systems. helper7-2 is the all-in-one loader scale that provides highly accurate in-motion load weighing with a single unit including built-in monitor, data recorder and printer. Recent updates to the helper7-2 software increase the […]November 28, 2012HomeDitch Witch® Vacuum Excavator Family ExpandsThe Charles Machine Works (CMW®), Inc., manufacturer of Ditch Witch® underground construction equipment, announces the release of its latest vacuum excavator: the Ditch Witch FX50. Ditch Witch vacuum excavators are designed for a wide range of cleanup and soft excavation tasks. Municipalities and construction crews utilize the exceptional suction power and water pressure of Ditch Witch […]November 28, 2012HomeESCO Corporation Debuts New Hydraulic CouplerESCO Corporation, a leading global provider of wear parts and attachments for the mining and construction industries, announced today that it has developed a new hydraulic coupler that gives machine operators a simple connection to attachments and provides enhanced site safety. The ESCO PosiGrab™ coupler features both front and rear locks that are mechanically engaged […]November 28, 2012HomeRig Source, Inc. introduces Terramac crawler carrier lineRig Source Inc., a well-known dealer of drilling equipment located in Elburn, Ill., introduced their new Terramac RT9 rubber track multipurpose carrier at the Northern Mining Expo in Timmins, Ontario, May 16 and 17.  The CE certified Terramac RT9 model has an 18,000 pound (8,200 kg) carrying capacity and is equipped with a 230 […]November 13, 2012HomeCustomer Input Drives John Deere to Design New 655K Crawler LoaderThe new 655K Crawler Loader from John Deere was designed and built using significant customer input, to provide contractors a machine that helps increase productivity and uptime and lower daily operating costs. The latest addition to the K-Series line builds on the highly successful 755K crawler loader. Both of these models are assembled in Dubuque, […]November 13, 2012HomeHazardous Location Light Tower from Larson Electronics’ Lxlite.com Provides High Power Illumination in a Versatile Tower DesignThe HAL-2X400MH Hazardous Area Light Tower from Larson Electronics’ Lxlite.com is designed to provide easily deployed high power illumination that can be safely operated in hazardous locations. The light weight aluminum construction of this tower provides excellent durability, and a pair of metal halide lamps provides high output and reliable operation. Adjustable height and able […]November 13, 2012HomeAtlas Copco introduces new high-efficiency, portable solar light towersTo meet customer demand for highly efficient and sustainable portable lighting equipment, Atlas Copco introduced a new generation of light towers at MINExpo 2012. The new QLTS light towers run on solar-powered batteries that are charged during the day and last through the night. They significantly reduce environmental impact, operate silently and have a very […]November 13, 2012HomeNew Cat® MD5150 Track Drill reduces cycle time, improves productivityCaterpillar introduces the new MD5150 Track Drill, a customer-inspired design that delivers top-of-class power and airflow for fast, efficient drilling of holes up to 152 mm (6 inches) in diameter. Benefiting from more than 50 years of track drill design, the MD5150 incorporates a proven rock drill, patented carousel rod changer, new cab and many […]November 13, 2012RoadbuildingVacuworx Global introduces the all new concrete barrier lifterOne of the key aspects that has always separated Vacuworx Global from other manufacturers in the lifting industry is the close relationship that we share with all members of the various market segments that make up the industry – from owners, to the people on the ground at the project. Customers have grown accustomed to […]October 29, 2012RoadbuildingThe new Volvo SD75 soil compactor — high productivity meets low emissionsThe new SD75 is not just a powerful, hard-working soil compactor with a Tier 4i certified engine and a host of innovative features, the SD75 is a high impact machine that boasts a low impact on the environment.  When it comes to demanding compacting jobs, the new SD75 soil compactor from Volvo Construction Equipment is […]October 25, 2012Previous PagePage 2 of 8Next PageTop StoriesThe DirtAfter Deere Split, Hitachi Emerges on Its Own in AmericaIn less than 2 years, HCMA has unveiled 13 new excavators. 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