Joy Powell (EQW)HomeNickell Rental opens fourth store in LaGrange, Ga.Nickell Rental has opened a fourth location – this one in LaGrange, Georgia, to serve western Georgia and eastern Alabama with general tool and equipment needs. Though the store serves customers of all sizes, “we do try to serve the niche market of the smaller to mid-size contractors, homeowners and do-it-yourselfers,” says John Nuzio, […]November 16, 2017EquipmentPublic workshop slated on Calif.’s proposed certification procedures for zero-emission powertrainsThe California Air Resources Board (CARB), which is the government clean-air agency for California, is holding a public workshop on November 29 to discuss the development of certification procedures for zero‑emission powertrains. The proposed regulation is to support implementation of funding programs, as well as current and potential future regulatory measures for zero‑emission technologies for […]November 15, 2017DealersKobelco adds four mini-excavator-only dealersKobelco Construction Machinery USA is adding four compact machinery dealers to its growing network, solely representing Kobelco’s mini excavator line in the United States. “We’re excited to offer our customers the reliability and value of Kobelco mini excavators through our expanded network of mini-only dealers,” says Randy Hall, vice president of operations. The dealerships are: […]November 14, 2017DealersHerc 3Q rental revenues jump 15%, profit quadruplesHerc Holdings is posting a jump of nearly 15 percent in equipment rental revenues for the third quarter of 2017 over the same period a year ago. And to meet increasing demand, the company plans a hefty hike in its capital expenditures. Equipment rental revenues for the third quarter were $413.1 million, a 14.7 percent […]November 13, 2017Construction EquipmentKubota gifts tractors to military vets who farmFour military veterans have been gifted with Kubota L-Series compact tractors in recognition of their military service and for their continued dedication to the country by pursuing futures in food and farming. The four recipients were presented with keys to their new tractors as part of Kubota’s 2017 “Geared to Give” program in partnership […]November 9, 2017DealersAGCO posts 12.8% 3Q sales jumpDespite low market demand, AGCO is reporting net sales of about $2 billion– up by 12.8 percent for the third quarter of 2017 compared to the same period a year ago. AGCO, which makes and distributes the Massey Ferguson, Challenger, Fendt, Valtra and GSI brands of agricultural equipment, reported net income at 76 cents […]November 9, 2017Construction EquipmentDanfoss acquires Visedo, global maker of electric drivetrainsDanfoss has bought Visedo Oy, a Finnish manufacturer of hybrid and electric drivetrains for marine and commercial vehicles. The Danfoss group, headquartered in Finland, says the move will help the international company respond to the growing customer demand for electric solutions to reduce emissions and pollution and increase productivity. Visedo will be integrated into the […]November 8, 2017DealersASV new machine sales soar 89% in 3Q as dealer network continues to growASV Third Quarter 2017 Highlights $30.6 million in net sales represented a year-over-year increase of 33 percent over $23 million in the third quarter of 2016. Machine sales revenues increased 60.1 percent to $19.8 million, led by an 88.7 percent increase in new machine sales through ASV’s growing distribution network. Net income increased $0.1 million […]November 7, 2017Construction EquipmentTerex posts 70% jump in 3Q profitTerex Corporation reports that income from continuing operations soared 70 percent in the third quarter of 2017 to $56.6 million – up from $33.3 million for the same period a year ago. Terex posted earnings of 63 cents per share in the quarter, compared to 31 cents reported a year ago. “Our third quarter […]November 3, 2017DealersDealer Institute offers course to better manage used ironDealers understand that having the right inventory is the first step to increasing revenue and profitability. To that end, the Western Equipment Dealers Association (WEDA) is offered a course on how to best manage this key asset. The iron management course on used inventory control focuses on your organization’s key leaders and staff, according to […]November 2, 2017Previous PagePage 59 of 61Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyKomatsu Partners with Pronto to Bring Autonomous Dump Trucks to Quarries of All SizesThe retrofit technology is designed to be simpler and more affordable, enabling all-day hauling with minimal human input.Compact equipment2026 Polaris General UTV Hits Dealers with New Colors, UpgradesCompact Utility LoadersMechMaxx Shakes Up Mini Skid Steer Market with $24K Croba STL1000PickupsFord to Build 2027 Midsize Electric Pickup in US with $30K Start PriceFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
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