Amy Materson (EQW)GearPutzmeister America launches ready mix truck line at World of ConcreteConcrete pump manufacturer Putzmeister America has extended its reach in the market with a line of ready mix trucks, launched Wednesday at World of Concrete. Two mixer designs are available – the Pro Series standard ready mix truck and the Bridge Maxx Series with a booster axle. “We wanted to better meet the needs and […]February 6, 2013GearBobcat’s rebar bender fits skid steers and CTLsBend rebar into a variety of angles and repeat bends with Bobcat’s rebar bender, which comes with five mandrels. Suitable for bending up to #6 grade rebar up to 200 degrees, the rebar bender mounts on the left Bob-Tach mount and features a remote attachment control for easy, safe operation from the cab. The operator […]February 4, 2013Construction EquipmentMarketplace: February 2013February Editor’s Pick: Capable Crawl Handle a range of site prep applications including landclearing and grading with Komatsu America’s D37-23 and D39-23 crawler dozers. Powered by a Tier 4 Interim Komatsu engine, the 220-rpm dozers offer a fuel savings of up to 10 percent compared to previous models. The dozers deliver 80 and 105 horsepower, […]February 4, 2013Success StoriesRobert Brash, Roice Construction, found his career on a whimEditor’s Note: Robert Brash was a finalist for 2012 Contractor of the Year. He started Roice Construction in 2000 in Allison Park, Pennsylvania. He has 16 employees with annual volume of $3 million to $5 million. He serves the site prep, utility and stormwater markets. Bob Brash has always been a hands-on guy who likes […]January 31, 2013BusinessDo you have the leadership gene?If you’ve struggled with managing your company or crew, you may have tried to improve your skill set, either through seminars or research. You’re not alone: Googling “leadership” will give you about 460,000,000 results. However, a study has determined that leaders can also be born, as well as bred. British researchers have found in a […]January 30, 2013GearGEAR: Keen Utility Wenatchee waterproof, insulated work bootsExperience all-day comfort with KEEN’s Wenatchee Insulated work boot, constructed to offer toughness and long life. Composed of a waterproof nubuck leather upper and the KEEN.Dry waterproof membrane, the boot offers breathability combined with protection from the elements. The Wenatchee Insulated boot also has 400g KEEN.Warm insulation, as well as KEEN.Welt construction that offers the […]January 30, 2013GearGEAR: Lincoln Electric launches All American welding apparelWelding operators can display patriotic pride with the new All American design of Lincoln Electric’s Red Line welding apparel. The design is featured on three of the company’s Viking auto-darkening helmets – the 3350 Series, which has a 3.74- by 3.34-inch view size, variable 6-13 shade control, four arc sensors and solar power with replaceable […]January 25, 2013GearAllison Transmission introduces 5th Generation electronic controlsAllison’s new 5th Generation electronic controls provide improved fuel economy and will be available to all OEM customers. Designed for easy integration during the vehicle assembly process, the controls feature enhanced programming and a new bump lever selector design. Upgraded Transmission Control Module hardware and software delivers faster, more precise processing capabilities. The 5th Generation […]January 23, 2013GearBobcat launches Asphalt Preservation Tools system for loadersPerform cost-effective asphalt repairs with minimal traffic disruption with Bobcat’s Asphalt Preservation Tools system, which saves an average of 60 percent of the costs associated with other asphalt repair methods, according to the company. The restoration system handles repair work including potholes and surface defects such as cracks, deteriorating surfaces and frost heaves, as well […]January 22, 2013GearPrestone introduces new heavy-duty line of antifreeze/coolantsPrestone Products launched a new line of heavy-duty antifreeze/coolant products, Prestone Command, at Heavy-Duty Aftermarket Week, held January 21-24 in Las Vegas. The line, which the company says uses advanced technology, is available in two formulations – Extended Life and Extended Service. Extended Life provides 600,000-mile/12,000-hour CAT EC-1 protection for any diesel-powered heavy duty engine. […]January 22, 2013Previous PagePage 38 of 55Next PageTop StoriesPickups2026 GMC Canyon Revealed: 4 Trims, 7,700 Lbs. Towing, Loads of FeaturesCheck out the trims, features and starting MSRPs for GMC's new midsize pickup truck.Compact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Develon’s Reduced Tail-Swing DX62R-7 Mini ExcavatorCompact 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 ML180
