Don McLoudDon McLoud is the executive editor of Equipment World. He can be reached at [email protected].Safety & Compliance2 Arizona Contractors Cited for Trench Violations; Fines Total $193KThe two companies were cited for separate trench violations in the same month, including one fined $161,000 after two workers were seriously injured.September 26, 2024Alternative powerKomatsu Reveals Power-Agnostic 930E Hauler – for Diesel, Electric, HydrogenIt marks the company's first commercial rigid-frame dump truck for running on diesel, battery electric or hydrogen fuel cells.September 26, 2024AttachmentsFirst North American Companies Commit to Creating Common Quick-Coupler StandardThe Open-S Alliance is working to develop an international common standard for automatic quick couplers for excavators – including tiltrotators.September 25, 2024Compact equipment attachmentsWerk-Brau Launches New FHX66, FHX86 Forestry Mulchers (Video)The attachments for skid steers and compact track loaders can cut material up to 10 inches in diameter intermittently and up to 6 inches continuously.September 24, 2024Roadbuilding equipmentTyBot 3.0: New Version of Rebar-Tying Robot Hits the MarketTyBot made its U.S. market debut in 2020 and has been used on over 65 bridge projects, according to ACR.September 24, 2024Construction EquipmentDitch Witch’s New HX40G Designed for Entry-Level Hydro-ExcavationThe company’s highest-powered gas model, at 40 horsepower and 1,000 cfm, costs less than a diesel version.September 23, 2024Safety & ComplianceContractor Faces $72K Penalty After Worker Rescued from Trench CollapseA five-hour operation by emergency personnel freed the worker from the cave-in, and he had serious injuries.September 20, 2024BusinessTigercat vs. Cat: A Long Legal Battle Over Trademarks ResumesA U.S. trademark board ruled Tigercat's trademark application would infringe on the “CAT” mark, but the company is challenging the decision in court.September 19, 2024Collectors CornerHis Rare Traxcavators are for Show – His Vintage Cats are for WorkThis collector/contractor restored rare machines that inspired Cat's track loaders and runs vintage Cat dozers, scrapers and motor grader on the job.September 18, 2024Safety & ComplianceWhat Does OSHA’s Proposed Heat Rule Mean for Contractors?Construction is among the industries affected by the proposal, which calls for mandatory breaks, written plans and other provisions to keep workers safe.September 17, 2024Previous PagePage 26 of 261Next 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.
