Amy Materson (EQW)Contractor of the YearHow one 3rd-generation paver expanded the family business into concrete, sealcoatingOperating the business started by his late father Dale, third-generation contractor Chris Fink knows a thing or two about paving. Performing a mix of public and private work; residential and commercial, Chris is known throughout the Shreveport area as being a leader and a go-getter. With the help of his wife, Tracey, who handles much […]December 30, 2013Safety5 safety tips for avoiding caught-in/between accidentsAccording to OSHA, caught-in hazards collectively are one of the four deadliest dangers found on a construction site. Although it seems like common sense to never place yourself between a piece of heavy equipment and an immovable object, when you’re concentrating on the job at hand sometimes you find yourself in unexpected danger. Here are […]December 29, 2013BusinessSmooth operator: How to seamlessly transition your construction company from one generation to the nextFor the December issue of Equipment World, architect and construction attorney James K. Zahn, FAIA, FALA, Esq., of Chicago-based Sabo & Zahn, provided us with advice on steps a contractor must take when planning to sell or gift a construction business to the next generation. Equally important, however, is ensuring the transition goes off without […]December 17, 2013Business6 steps for passing down your construction business to your childrenYou’ve grown your construction firm into a thriving business, and now you’re ready to retire. Your children are waiting in the wings to take over the company they’ve been groomed to run since they were old enough to climb onto a piece of equipment. However, you know you can’t just hand over the reins and […]December 11, 2013Construction EquipmentKomatsu intros Tier 4 Interim PC170LC-10 excavator with more lift capacity, better fuel efficiencyThe newest addition to the company’s dash-10 series, the Komatsu PC170LC-10 excavator offers 5 percent more lift capacity with the standard counterweight than the previous PC160LC-8 model, and up to 15 percent more lift capacity with an optional counterweight. The PC170LC-10 features operating weights ranging from 38,100 to 41,600 pounds, delivers 115 net horsepower at […]December 10, 2013Construction EquipmentHyundai launches R220LC-9A crawler excavator featuring increased speed, power, redesigned cabDesigned to perform a range of mid-size excavating projects, road and utility work and demolition, Hyundai Construction Equipment has launched its new R220LC-9A crawler excavator. The 49,640-pound excavator features a 20-foot 5-inch max dig depth, and a 29,980-pound bucket breakout force. Equipped with a 157-horsepower Cummins Tier 4 Interim engine, the R220LC-9A also features a […]December 10, 2013Construction EquipmentJohn Deere upgrades G-Series motor graders to Tier 4 FinalJohn Deere has upgraded their G-Series motor grader line to meet Tier 4 Final emissions standards. The 12 models in the G-Series—670G/GP, 672G/GP, 770G/GP, 772G/GP, 870G/GP, 872G/GP—all weigh the same as their Tier 4 Interim predecessors. Diesel particulate filter cleaning occurs automatically, and the DPF can go up to 15,000 hours before ash removal. Upgrading […]December 10, 2013Construction EquipmentPerform cleanup applications against obstructions with SweepEx’s rotary broomSimplify cleanup jobs with the new walk-behind rotary broom line from SweepEx, which includes ergonomic features for comfortable, easy-to-use operation, and a design that enables working against walls or in open areas. The line includes three models: the SWB-320, with a 32-inch working width and one-speed transmission; the SWB-400, with a 40-inch working width, three-speed […]December 4, 2013Construction EquipmentHyundai’s new HL730-9A wheel loader features Tier 4 upgrades, larger cabHyundai Construction Equipment’s latest addition to the company’s wheel loader line, the HL 730-9A, boasts a number of improvements over the previous model, including a Tier 4 Interim engine upgrade. The 128-horsepower Cummins QSB4.5 engine is fuel efficient, low-noise and is electronically controlled for the optimum fuel to air ratio. The self-diagnostic system provides dependability, […]December 3, 2013HomeSafety Step 2: Double-check equipmentIf you’ll be working on around electrical circuits or parts, check to see that machinery and power tools are properly grounded and check the condition of all power cords. If you need to inspect or repair machinery, pull the plug first. < Safety Step 1 Safety Step 3 >> […]November 25, 2013Previous PagePage 27 of 55Next PageTop StoriesCompact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Develon’s Reduced Tail-Swing DX62R-7 Mini ExcavatorAt 6.2 metric tons and 57.5-horsepower, the compact excavator has 7 inches of side overhang and zero rear overhang for work in tight areas.Compact Utility LoadersCloser Look: Bobcat's Largest Mini Track Loader Packs Power & PrecisionCompact equipmentKubota Launches New RTV-X Long Bed UTV for 1,200-lbs. of HaulingCompact Utility LoadersVermeer Gives Sneak Peek of its Largest Mini Track Loader: A Prototype ML180Compact Utility LoadersQuick Data: Top-Selling Compact Utility Loaders for 2024 – 2025
