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.Construction EquipmentVolvo CE sales dip slightly in Q3, but profit ticks up with improved order intakeVolvo Construction Equipment reports in its latest earnings announcement that the company saw sales decline in the third quarter despite seeing an improvement in the European market and an increase in order intake across all regions. The heavy equipment manufacturer saw sales fall 3 percent to to SEK 11.539 billion ($1.3 billion U.S.). When adjusted for currency […]October 24, 2016Construction EquipmentMetrodome falls, crews construct new Minnesota Vikings stadium in awesome time-lapseWith an undefeated 5-0 record and a strong claim to the best team in the NFC, the way the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings are playing football right now is making a few more headlines than the team’s new stadium has. That being said, Vikings fans are enjoying winning football inside a home stadium that is a huge […]October 21, 2016Construction EquipmentSubsite intros the Commander 7, an upgradable HDD guidance display with smartphone connectivityCalling it the company’s “most advanced display ever,” Subsite Electronics has introduced a new 7-inch, high-resolution monitor for horizontal directional drilling guidance. Dubbed the Commander 7, this display brings new capabilities to Subsite’s TK RECON Series guidance system which the company introduced earlier this year. Because its built on the TK RECON platform, the Commander […]October 21, 2016Construction EquipmentLiebherr to build Deutz-branded engines under new agreementDeutz and Liebherr have announced a partnership that will bring Liebherr-built engines into the Deutz lineup. Deutz says the addition of these Liebherr engines will expand its product portfolio to span from 200 kilowatts (268 horsepower) to 700 kW (938 hp). Deutz and Liebherr will develop these engines for EU Stage V, U.S. Tier 4, […]October 21, 2016DealersARA names Conant as its next executive VP and CEOThe American Rental Association has tapped Tony Conant, whose resume is packed with operations and supply chain experience, as its next executive vice president and CEO. Conant was chosen by the association’s board of directors and will replace Christine Wehrman who is retiring after 16 years with ARA. Conant will become only the fourth ARA executive VP/CEO […]October 20, 2016BusinessMassive earthmover tire explosion shows why you should cage ’em before you inflate ’emWhile being within 10 feet of this explosion means you’re going to have a bad time regardless, this incredible video from the folks at Ken-Tool shows how having a tire inflation cage can save your life or livelihood. In the video below, Ken-Tool’s 10-bar EarthMover tire inflation cage is put through OSHA certification explosion testing. […]October 19, 2016BusinessU.S. home starts drop 9% in September on big drop in multi-familyDespite a jump in single-family starts, overall construction starts on new homes in the U.S. fell for a second consecutive month in September, dropping 9 percent to a seasonally-adjusted annual rate of 1.047 million homes. Home starts are down 12 percent from the September 2015 rate, according to preliminary data from the Commerce Department. An 8.1-percent […]October 19, 2016BusinessCaterpillar CEO Doug Oberhelman to retire next year; Umpleby tapped as successorCaterpillar chairman and chief executive officer Doug Oberhelman has announced that he will retire next year, bringing an end to a 41-year career with the company. Caterpillar has announced successors for both the CEO post and Oberhelman’s role at the head of the board. Oberhelman will oversee the company and its board until March 31, […]October 17, 2016Construction EquipmentDitch Witch launches updated JT100, JT100 All Terrain models with new engine and moreDitch Witch has launched updates to its two largest directional drills anchored by a Tier 4 engine but also including operator comfort and stability improvements. The new JT100 and JT100 All Terrain are powered by a 260-horsepower Cummins engine providing enough power for drilling through the toughest of conditions, including solid rock. Both drills feature […]October 17, 2016PickupsGMC unveils 2017 Sierra HD All Terrain X, its most powerful off-roader yet thanks to new 6.6L DuramaxWith the introduction of the 2017 Sierra HD All Terrain X, GMC has expanded its premium off-road package to all three of its pickup lines. First introduced for the Sierra 1500 in February and followed by the midsize Canyon in August, the All Terrain X package adds a few performance-enhancing features along with several exterior tweaks. […]October 14, 2016Previous PagePage 125 of 434Next PageTop StoriesCompact Track LoadersCloser Look: Takeuchi's First EH-Controlled Compact Track LoaderTake a walkaround tour of the new electro-hydraulic CTL with 40.5 gpm of hydraulic flow, improved undercarriage and upgraded cab.Market PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Mini Excavators in 2024-2025PickupsHemi V8 or Cummins Diesel? – 2026 Ram 2500 HD Offers Hefty ChoiceVintage Equipment“The Great Tractor Race” – Cat’s 1931 Film Reveals its Early Crawlers in Zany EventFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
