Amy Materson (EQW)RoadbuildingKomatsu launches more fuel-efficient WA200-7 wheel loader with Tier 4 Interim engine, parallel z-bar linkageKomatsu America has launched the new WA200-7 wheel loader, which provides a 3-percent reduction in fuel usage compared to the previous model, the WA200-6. The 126-horsepower loader, which weighs between 25,342 and 26,070 pounds, replaces both the WA200-6 and WA200PZ-6. The loader has a Tier 4 Interim SAA4D107E-2 Komatsu engine that lowers emissions while better […]December 1, 2014Construction EquipmentFecon’s new RTF230 rubber tire mulching tractor handles ROW maintenance, snow removalFecon has launched the new RTF230 rubber tire mulching tractor, featuring a 230-horsepower engine and 75-gpm, 6,000-psi flow to the hydraulic or PTO attachment. The four-wheel-drive, four-wheel-steer machine has a center mounted engine and hydraulic drive train for a low center of gravity and even balance, and easily handles climbing slopes. The RTF230 can achieve […]November 26, 2014RoadbuildingDoosan launches fuel-efficient articulated dump trucksWith the 365-net-horsepower DA30-5 and 490-net-horsepower DA40-5, Doosan’s two new articulated dump trucks launched this year feature fuel-efficient Scania DC9 and DC13 engines, respectively. The 51,588-pound DA30-5 has a 61,729-pound payload rating with a 23.3-cubic-yard heaped capacity, 9-foot, 10-inch loading height and a maximum speed of 36 mph. The 71,107-pound DA40-5 has a payload rating […]November 24, 2014Construction EquipmentDoosan’s new DA30-5 and DA40-5 articulated dump trucks lower cost-per-ton rate (PHOTOS)[imagebrowser id=153] With the 365-net-horsepower DA30-5 and 490-net-horsepower DA40-5, Doosan has launched two new articulated dump trucks featuring fuel-efficient Scania DC9 and DC13 engines, respectively. The 51,588-pound DA30-5 has a 61,729-pound payload rating with a 23.3-cubic-yard heaped capacity, 9-foot, 10-inch loading height and a maximum speed of 36 mph. The 71,107-pound DA40-5 has a payload […]November 24, 2014Construction EquipmentMorbark launches redesigned Boxer 120 ride-on trencher with new spring-loaded boom, standard crumber assemblyMorbark has redesigned their Boxer 118 trencher, launching the Boxer 120 dedicated trencher with new features such as a spring-loaded trencher boom that helps retain even chain tension and removes stress to the head shaft by compressing debris around the end roller. An adjustable crumber assembly that keeps loose dirt in the trench close to […]November 21, 2014Construction EquipmentDoosan launches 5 new wheel loaders with updated cab design, Tier 4 Scania engines (PHOTOS)[imagebrowser id=151] Doosan has launched their first Tier 4 final-compliant wheel loaders with the introduction of five new models—the DL300-5, DL350-5, DL420-5, DL450-5 and DL550-5. Replacing the previous models, which were Tier 4 interim loaders, the five new loaders are powered by Scania diesel engines optimized for use with a high-pressure common-rail fuel delivery system […]November 20, 2014Construction EquipmentSpray injection DuraPatcher is a quick, cost-effective repair solution for potholesSimplify pothole repair with the DuraPatcher trailer-mounted spray injection pothole patcher. With a Tier 4 compliant diesel engine and blower package, the patcher has 18 percent better fuel economy than previous machines. The high volume, low-pressure air stream transports the aggregate or emulsion mix and compacts the material for a permanent patch. Standard features on […]November 19, 2014Safety3 tips for avoiding deadly structural collapses on construction jobsitesConstruction accidents often seem to occur in spurts, as you’ll hear of a cluster of accidents grouped together in a short period of time. That’s certainly the case right now with collapsing walls, as four workers have died in structural collapses since November 1. In at least two of the accidents, proper permitting for the […]November 16, 2014Construction EquipmentLink-Belt launches X4 series excavators with new hydraulics system (PHOTOS)[imagebrowser id=146] Launched to dealers Wednesday evening at an event held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, the X4 series of excavators from Link-Belt Excavators delivers improvements across the board compared to the company’s previous excavators. Currently available in four models—the 250X4, 250X4LF, 300X4 and 350X4—the machines achieve Tier 4 final compliance through an […]November 14, 2014SafetyWith demolition deaths on the rise, make sure your crew is safe with these 4 safety tipsOver the past couple of years, demolition accidents have been on the rise. The uptick started in the summer of 2013, when a building undergoing demolition in Philadelphia collapsed, killing six and injuring 14. After that, a worker on a shopping mall project was struck and killed by pieces of falling concrete. This past summer, […]November 11, 2014Previous PagePage 11 of 55Next PageTop StoriesCompact Track LoadersA Closer Look: ASV’s VT-100 Goes Where Other Compact Track Loaders Can’tThe 103.5-horsepower CTL packs unique traction, cooling and control features to handle tough conditions. 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