Amy Materson (EQW)Construction EquipmentNew ZX17U-5, ZX26U-5 bring Tier 4 Final engines to Hitachi’s smallest excavatorsHitachi has updated its smallest compact excavators with new Tier 4 Final engines that require no diesel exhaust fluid. The new ZX17U-5 and ZX26U-5 compact excavators, boasting 14.5 horsepower and 20 hp, respectively, are designed for a range of jobs including commercial and residential building, site development and rental.. The ZX17U-5 weighs 3,790 pounds and the ZX26U-5 […]March 4, 2015Construction EquipmentHitachi’s new ZX300LC-6 excavator ups horsepower 32%Hitachi has designed the new ZX300LC-6 excavator with a variety of applications in mind, including site development and roadbuilding jobs. With a 32-percent increase in engine horsepower compared to the model it replaces, the ZX290LC-5, the 249-horsepower ZX300LC-6 has an operating weight of 64,375 pounds, a dig depth of 25.10 feet and a dig reach […]February 19, 2015Construction EquipmentKomatsu’s new PC390LC-11 hydraulic excavator features cab, productivity enhancementsKomatsu America’s new Tier 4 Final PC390LC-11 hydraulic excavator, which features a SAA6D114E-6 engine that delivers 257 net horsepower, has one size class larger undercarriage components than the previous model, ensuring high lift capacity and lateral stability. With a 6-percent wider track gauge and 18 percent greater over-the-side lift capacity than the PC360LC-11, the PC390LC-11 […]February 19, 2015Construction EquipmentLoftness updates Kwik-Trim compact mechanical trimmer with more horsepower and better stabilityLoftness has released the latest version of the Kwik-Trim compact mechanical tree trimmer, a great tool for simplifying right-of-way maintenance. The Tier 4 final-compliant unit has an upgraded chassis and powertrain for more horsepower, increased stability and easier maintenance than the previous version of the Kwik-Trim. The 47.6-horsepower diesel engine requires no diesel exhaust fluid and […]February 10, 2015Construction EquipmentProxibid’s live heavy equipment auctions are coming to eBayeBay and Proxibid announced at World of Concrete plans to integrate Proxibid’s live equipment auctions into the eBay marketplace. The partnership agreement enables eBay’s 155 million buyers to access new inventory previously available only via Proxibid, which handles nearly $3 billion annually in big ticket items such as heavy construction equipment and industrial machinery. eBay […]February 5, 2015Construction EquipmentAtlas Copco introduces LT5005 and LT6005 rammers; gives WOC attendees sneak peek of new trowelsAtlas Copco launched the LT5005 and LT6005 concrete rammers at the show, featuring ultra-slim bodies and narrower handles. Designed for use close to buildings and in narrow spaces, the units have a specially designed Honda engine, the 3.5-horsepower four-stroke GXR120. The rammers also have a three-lever throttle control for stop/idle/run functions, a redesigned fuel tank […]February 5, 2015Construction EquipmentChicago Pneumatic expands company’s concrete line with new CombiForm, power trowelsAt World of Concrete, Chicago Pneumatic showcased new equipment added to the company’s concrete line, first launched at ConExpo last year. Product manager Jan Marcus said that show attendees found CP’s new CombiForms to be the most exciting. “They’re very popular; they’re catching like fire,” he said. The CombiForm, which is designed for larger pours, is […]February 4, 2015Construction EquipmentSGX Series ushers in new look and features for Subaru generatorsContractors looking for familiar Subaru generators at World of Concrete ’15 were greeted with a new look, as Subaru Industrial Power Products’ rebranding campaign “Out with the old, in with the blue” brought a sleek new design to the company’s lineup, one that coordinates with Subaru’s automotive line. The new silver and blue color scheme […]February 4, 2015BusinessDonaldson Company names COO Tod Carpenter president and CEOFiltration manufacturer Donaldson Company has announced that, effective April 1, 2015, Chief Operating Officer Tod Carpenter will be the company’s president and chief executive officer. Currently serving as the company’s chief operating officer, Carpenter will replace Bill Cook, who will remain chairman of Donaldson’s Board of Directors. Carpenter has been with Donaldson since 1996, holding […]February 4, 2015SafetyWorker killed when pinned between tractor and dozer in OhioA man attempting to pull a piece of equipment out of deep mud in Bennington Township, Ohio, Saturday was killed when the stuck tractor suddenly lunged forward and pinned him between the tractor and a dozer. Sidney J. Donohue, 40, was between the pieces of equipment hooking up a chain so the tractor could be […]January 28, 2015Previous PagePage 8 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. Get an inside look here.Pickups2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Revealed: 9 trims, 4 Engines, 6 Special EditionsTechnologyKomatsu Partners with Pronto to Bring Autonomous Dump Trucks to Quarries of All SizesCompact equipment2026 Polaris General UTV Hits Dealers with New Colors, UpgradesFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
