Wayne GraysonWayne Grayson is the former Executive Video Producer for Randall-Reilly; in previous positions, he served as the Executive Editor and Online Editor for Equipment World.BusinessConstruction spending flat in May with dip in residentialHomebuilding declines were nearly matched by gains in nonresidential construction in May as total construction spending in the U.S. was flat for the month, according to preliminary estimates from the Commerce Department. Despite the flat month, construction spending’s total of $1.23 trillion was up 4.5 percent from the year-ago, May 2016 figure. Private residential spending […]July 3, 2017Construction EquipmentManitou intros MTA 5019, MTA 9050 telehandlersManitou has introduced two new telehandlers to its MTA machine lineup, the Series III MTA 5019 and the Series II MTA 9050. With an operating capacity of 5,500 pounds, the MTA 5519 is powered by a 69-horsepower, Tier 4 Yanmar Engine paired with a two-speed Rexroth transmission. Lift height is 19 feet, 1 inch, with […]June 28, 2017TechnologyVirtual tape measure app shows promise for putting augmented reality to workAt its recent Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple unveiled the latest version of its mobile operating system, iOS 11. Beyond tweaks to core parts of how users currently navigate iOS and major improvements to file handling on iPads, the biggest news with the new OS was the addition of what Apple calls ARKit. The new platform […]June 28, 2017Construction EquipmentNew 845 forwarder anchors Komatsu’s more powerful lineupKomatsu has introduced a new lineup of forwarders that offers improved performance and operator comfort and includes a new 12-metric-ton model. The four-model lineup includes the new 845 along with the updated 855, 875 and 895 models. Each of the new models are powered by Tier 4 Final engines and the three returning models feature […]June 27, 2017SafetyAEM updates Digger Derrick Safety ManualThe Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has released an updated version of its Digger Derrick Safety Manual with new content. Provided by manufacturer members of the association, the new content touches on safe equipment operation, start-up and shutdown, and maintenance precautions. Also included in this updated edition are the following: Key terms for calculating load […]June 27, 2017BusinessTen-year, $1 million construction theft ring busted in MemphisShelby County, Tennessee, Sheriff’s deputies recently busted a longstanding theft ring responsible for the loss of more than $1 million in equipment and materials from residential jobsites in and around Memphis over a 10-year period. Deputies said the Sheriff’s office had been aware of the theft ring for some time, telling WMAC TV 5 that […]June 23, 2017BusinessHard-working heritage establishes ground work for Sun Construction , our 2017 Safety Award winnerAs you pull off Gov. Williams Highway in Darlington, South Carolina, and onto the property of Sun Construction, the first thing you notice is how much land the company sits on. And if you keep your eyes to the right as you make your way down the long driveway, you get a clue as to […]June 23, 2017Construction EquipmentExcavator takes direct hit from land mineAmong the many hazards of operating heavy equipment, absorbing the impact of a land mine explosion is not one of them for the majority of operators out there. But for this particular operator, it’s simply part of the job. According to the description accompanying the below video from LiveLeak, this armored excavator is working at […]June 22, 2017Construction EquipmentCat excavator makes cameo in “Transformers: The Last Knight”The latest of what feels like 100 Transformers movie sequels has hit theaters and we know you’re probably itching for the weekend for a chance to see what explosion fanatic and director of movies Michael Bay has in store for us in “The Last Knight.” (And if you’re anything like me it will be […]June 22, 2017Construction EquipmentJohn Deere unveils 620G, 622G motor graders with new dual joystick on GP modelsJohn Deere is expanding its G-Series lineup of motor graders with two new models aimed at customers who prefer lighter, more fuel-efficient machines. The new 620G and 622G are powered by a Tier 4 Final 6.8-liter Deere engine. This engine delivers 215 horsepower on the 620G and 225 hp on the 622G. Both machines will […]June 21, 2017Previous PagePage 102 of 434Next PageTop StoriesCompact equipmentCan-Am Redesigns 2026 Defender UTV: More Power, Smarter Tech, Added ComfortOverhauled from the ground up, the new UTV packs a 95-horsepower engine, beefed-up suspension, and a tech-loaded cab with class-leading space.Pickups2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Revealed: Choice of 8 Trims, 4 EnginesCompact Track LoadersCloser Look: Takeuchi's First EH-Controlled Compact Track LoaderMarket PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Mini Excavators in 2024-2025Featured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
