Staff Report (EQW)RoadbuildingNew Rugged Trimble Pro Series GNSS Receivers Provide Total Flexibility for GIS and Mobile Mapping ProductivitySUNNYVALE, Calif., —Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today the next generation of its Trimble® GPS Pathfinder® family—the Trimble Pro 6H and Pro 6T receivers for GIS and mobile mapping. The Trimble Pro series with advanced features allows mobile workers to configure a solution for a wide range of applications, delivering unparalleled flexibility in professional GIS data […]April 18, 2012RoadbuildingVMAC Unveils UNDERHOOD70-G Air Compressor with Green Profile. Less Fuel Consumption – Fewer Operating Hours – Improved PerformanceNANAIMO, B.C. – VMAC is excited to introduce the UNDERHOOD70-G Air Compressor, a vehicle-mounted air compressor system that improves fuel economy, decreases engine operating hours, lowers truck emissions, reduces noise levels and cuts life cycle costs. Featuring VMAC’s state-of-the-art Intelligent Digital Controls, this advanced air compressor system is smart enough to turn the truck […]April 17, 2012RoadbuildingGOMACO’s Rear Loading 5400 Series Bar Inserter Now Available on 3100 and 5000 Series MoldsIda Grove, Iowa — GOMACO’s rear-loading, front inserting 5400 series bar inserter is now available on their 3100 and 5000 series molds with a self-supported transition adjustor. Previously, the 5400 bar inserter was only available with the 5400 series mold. The inserter mounts to a T-bar, which is bolted onto the front of the 3100 […]April 17, 2012RoadbuildingCat to release Q1 2012 results on April 25Caterpillar says it will release 2012 first-quarter financial results at 6:30 a.m. Central Time on Wednesday, April 25, 2012. The release will be available on http://www.caterpillar.com/earnings.,Caterpillar says it will release 2012 first-quarter financial results at 6:30 a.m. Central Time on Wednesday, April 25, 2012. The release will be available on http://www.caterpillar.com/earnings.,Caterpillar says it will release 2012 first-quarter financial results at 6:30 a.m. Central Time on Wednesday, April 25, 2012. The release will be available on http://www.caterpillar.com/earnings.,Caterpillar says it will release 2012 first-quarter financial results at 6:30 a.m. Central Time on Wednesday, April 25, 2012. The release will be available on http://www.caterpillar.com/earnings.,Caterpillar says it will release 2012 first-quarter financial results at 6:30 a.m. Central Time on Wednesday, April 25, 2012. The release will be available on http://www.caterpillar.com/earnings.April 13, 2012RoadbuildingAlternative to portable traffic light signalsUsed in a variety of traffic situations as an alternative to portable traffic light signals, the Ultra-Portable Traffic Management System (UPTMS) form Holase Inc. is a compact, self-contained, battery-powered traffic signal that is easy to set up. Programmed with a wireless remote control (included) or a computer, the UPTMS (patent pending) continuously monitors and reconfigures […]April 12, 2012RoadbuildingFiberglass markers for highway and utility applicationsGlasform’s fiberglass reinforced composite utility marker posts and highway delineators are designed to withstand multiple vehicle impacts and return to an upright position. Markers come in lengths of 62, 66 and 72 inches and come in several colors. According to Glasform, fiberglass combines a blend of strength and flexibility for easy installation and a long […]April 12, 2012Roadbuilding50 percent less TiO2, 30 percent less latexDow Coating Materials (DCM) FASTRACK HE-5030 Binder Technology traffic paints are formulated with FASTRACK HE-5030 acrylic polymer, providing equivalent levels of visibility and durability in waterborne road marking with 50 percent less TiO2 and 30 percent less latex. Efficient use of these two raw materials in traffic paint can help formulators stretch tight raw material supplies, […]April 12, 2012RoadbuildingJohn Deere Adds Two Powerful and Productive Models to G-Series Hydraulic Excavator LineMOLINE, Ill. — John Deere announces today the introduction of two customer-inspired excavators (160G LC and 210G LC) models that build on the G-Series class. Led by the design of a more comfortable cab and Interim Tier4-certifed (IT4) engines, the new G-Series hydraulic excavators continue the John Deere tradition of reliability, power and productivity on […]April 12, 2012RoadbuildingHitachi introduces the Zaxis 180LC-5: a new model to North AmericaMoline, IL — What happens when you don’t build all equipment for all jobs, but specialize in excavators? You build them better. You don’t cut corners. You make them more reliable and productive. And you come up with a model like the ZX180LC-5. New to the North American market, it specifically designed to appeal to […]April 12, 2012RoadbuildingIntroducing the EX5600-6Moline, IL — Since its release in January 2008, the EX5600-6, as well as Hitachi’s other ultra-large hydraulic excavators — the EX8000-6, EX2500-6, EX3600-6, and EX1900-6 — have been highly valued by global mining customers, including major mining companies, for their production and high availability, based on reliability. In response to requests by mining owners […]April 11, 2012Previous PagePage 26 of 32Next PageTop StoriesThe DirtKomatsu’s Next-Gen D175AX-10 Bulldozer Completely RedesignedThe first large Dash-10 dozer replaces the D155AX-8 with a 25% increase in productivity and a new engine as part of its overhaul.Manufacturer NewsKomatsu to Acquire Astec’s Roadtec, Carlson Road Construction BusinessCompact Utility Loaders“Good-Bye, Manual Labor!” — Mini Skid Steer Buyer’s Guide 2026Manufacturer NewsKOBELCO to Acquire CNH’s Case, New Holland Construction Equipment BusinessTractorsMore Power, More Versatility: Case IH Adds 3 Farmall Compact A Tractors
