Staff Report (EQW)Construction EquipmentCNH Industrial names Leandro Lecheta North American construction equipment headCNH Industrial has named Leandro Lecheta as the new head of construction equipment for North America, overseeing both the Case Construction Equipment and New Holland Construction Equipment businesses, as well as the CNH Industrial Aftermarket Solutions, the company’s parts and service organization. Lecheta previously served as the chief financial officer for the agriculture segment at CNH […]February 28, 2020Class 7-8Heavy-truck market settles down as technology advances ramp upAfter the huge backlogs and massive sales numbers in recent years, the truck market has returned to calmer days. But calm isn’t stagnant, as ongoing changes to technology and market conditions clearly demonstrate. A return to normalcy Perhaps the best news for those seeking to invest in new trucks is that the lead time […]December 31, 2019Construction EquipmentWith electrification on horizon, latest compact excavators defined by improved hydraulics, new techMore tech packed into lower-cost machines Technology has always been a tricky issue for compact equipment. Tech features can be expensive and represent a higher percentage of total initial cost than on larger models. And the same technology that provides clear value for production-class equipment doesn’t have the same return on investment for compact […]November 15, 2019Construction EquipmentLatest directional drills reflect improving and expanding marketDirectional drilling garners less attention than it did a decade or two ago. But it hasn’t gone away. If anything, it’s expanding. There were 42 models listed in the 2009 Equipment World Spec Guide; there are 56 models this year. Here’s an overview. A triple-purpose machine Barbco has expanded its catalog to include more […]October 4, 2019Construction EquipmentBackhoe bounce-back? OEMs declare rebound underway with improved features, value, versatilityBackhoes are on a rebound, manufacturers say. They declare that the reduction in model counts and sales figures is over, and the loss of market share to compact excavators and other upstarts is history. Backhoes are not just making a comeback, they say. They’re bringing improved features, value and versatility. It would seem backhoes […]September 13, 2019Maintenance27 ways to attract and retain equipment technician talent (Part 3 in series)Editor’s Note: This is Part Three of a four-part series on the challenges brought on by the shortage of diesel technicians in the U.S. You can read Part One of the series by clicking here. Read Part Two, here. Read Part Three, here. Read Part Four, here. “We’ll try anything.” When it comes to technician […]September 10, 2019Construction EquipmentIn high demand, popular articulated dump truck models seeing steady improvementsArticulated dump trucks, with their ability to efficiently move dirt throughout the jobsite, are in high demand these days. Dealers report they can’t keep them in their rental fleets, and customers are scrambling to find someone, anyone, who can meet their need for artics. While there have been steady technological advancements, the “wow” factor isn’t […]August 16, 2019Construction EquipmentStellar used equipment market softens … a bit. Here’s what’s hot and what’s not.Although the used equipment market has been steady, it doesn’t mean there won’t be softer prices ahead, especially compared with 12 months ago. “It’s still a strong market, even though it’s not as good as last year,” says Michael Cole with Cole Equipment, a used equipment dealer in Ada, Oklahoma. “The low-hour machines will still […]August 13, 2019How to do Everything BetterHow to not tick off the old guys on the construction siteAre you a young man or woman new to the wonderful world of construction? You may have noticed there are a lot of older guys working in this field. To stay on their good side, we offer the following advice: Show up early – 15 minutes will do the trick. Remember: Early is on time, […]July 29, 2019How to do Everything BetterMake sure your porta-potty meets OSHA regsYes, OSHA has regulations even for that, and if you pride yourself on following the letter and spirit of the agency’s law, here are the most important details: One toilet for 20 or fewer employees. If you have more than 20 employees, one toilet seat and one urinal per 40 employees. 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