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Construction industry deserves more objective debate on global warming
Since construction equipment sends about 22 pounds of carbon dioxide into the air per gallon of diesel consumed, the topic of global warming, aka climate change, is not irrelevant to our industry. Unfortunately, you cannot have an objective conversation about this, thanks to the vast numbers of people who form opinions without ever investigating […]
July 3, 2017
Vocational
Ram intros Q Pro certification, expands augmented reality options for work truck upfitting
Ram Commercial has introduced two programs to assist commercial upfitters, dealers and customers in viewing, certifying and installing a variety of truck-mounted products. Ram Commercial’s Augmented Reality Upfit Configurator and Q Pro are both designed to make it easier and faster when it comes to determining the best work-related options for a Ram van and […]
June 30, 2017
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Components
Michelin’s new X Multi D tire lasts longer, supports high-torque applications
Designed for a wide variety of applications, the new Michelin X Multi D tire introduced this week features a number of innovative design features. The rubber in the tire is not a uniform compound, but rather a co-extruded rubber compound that combines a top layer of scrub resistant rubber with a bottom layer at the […]
June 30, 2017
Pickups
Hennessey’s 605-hp VelociRaptor can flat out embarrass the stock Raptor
John Hennessey didn’t mince words following his ¼-mile run in a stock 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. “This truck is bad ass,” Hennessey said in a video of acceleration testing for the truck. “We all kind of expected that anyway, but I was not expecting 0 to 60 in 5.3 seconds. I was not expecting horsepower […]
June 29, 2017
Construction Equipment
New all-in-one exhaust emissions and aftertreatment systems simplify installation and maintenance
The move from Tier 3 to Tier 4 Final diesel engines above 74 horsepower brought with it a whole grab bag of new components and systems – diesel particulate filters (DPFs), diesel oxidation catalysts (DOCs) and, finally, selective catalytic reduction (SCR), which involves a diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) dosing system and a DEF tank. That’s […]
June 29, 2017
Pickups
Diesel-powered Chevy Silverado 1500 spied in testing
ICYMI: The Silverado is going diesel! https://t.co/tPSeyOoCsc pic.twitter.com/F17fDNdRoz — Off-Road.com (@OffRoaddotcom) June 24, 2017 Looks like even Death Valley provides no escape from spy photographers. A heavily camouflaged, diesel-sipping Silverado was photographed at a fueling station there at Death Valley National Park. Looking at the pictures posted on autoguide.com, it’s plain to see that the truck […]
June 28, 2017
Construction Equipment
Manitou intros MTA 5019, MTA 9050 telehandlers
Manitou 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, 2017
Dealers
LiuGong names Kevin Thieneman to two major executive positions
LiuGong Machinery has named Kevin Thieneman as chairman of LiuGong North America and senior chief director of Guangxi LiuGong Machinery. “We are excited that Kevin has decided to join our organization,” says LiuGong Chairman Zeng Guang’an. “He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to LiuGong both in North America and in the global market […]
June 28, 2017
Construction Equipment
Dynapac N.A. names Bishop as marketing and communications manager
Dynapac North America has named Jennifer Bishop as marketing and communications manager with responsibility for branding, marketing and communications for North America. Atlas Copco announced earlier this year its intent to divest the Dynapac group, an announcement followed shortly after by news that Fayat would purchase it. Bishop previously served as customer service manager for Atlas Copco. The […]
June 28, 2017
Construction Equipment
New 845 forwarder anchors Komatsu’s more powerful lineup
Komatsu 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, 2017
Business
Cummins unveils ZED Connect with launch of ELD smartphone app
Engine maker Cummins announced it has launched a new software company, ZED Connect, whose first offering is a smartphone-based electronic logging device that’s compliant with the USDOT’s looming ELD mandate. The ZED smartphone ELD app is aimed at the small fleet and owner-operator segments. Dubbed a “plug and play” device, the ELD includes visual inspection […]
June 27, 2017
Safety
AEM updates Digger Derrick Safety Manual
The 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, 2017
Dealers
Equipment Roundup: Cummins developing electric powertrain; Cat-powered Monterra cabovers; Prinoth updates Panther T16; Seppi M. intros Maxisoil 350; International Fabco offset axle for WorkStar
Cummins developing fully-electric powertrain: “We are not just a diesel company” In an effort to diversify its commercial transportation product portfolio beyond diesel and natural gas-powered engines, Cummins announced it will introduce a fully electrified powertrain solution for the urban transportation market by 2019 and a range-extended electrified powertrain by 2020. The company said electric […]
June 27, 2017
Roadbuilding
Mississippi DOT announces 2017 Equipment Roadeo winners
The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently held its statewide Equipment Operators Roadeo in Jackson that featured competitors from its six districts. MDOT says the event focuses on proficiency in knowledge, skills and abilities of its maintenance workforce. Roadeos also put emphasis on training, the department adds, and looks at how employees “maintain and enhance […]
June 27, 2017
Business
Safety, Profits and Productivity — The Many Benefits of ELDs for construction fleets
Tracking hours of service compliance is just a fraction of what most ELD systems can do. Some of the simplest, most inexpensive systems – often a smartphone app paired with an engine control module (ECM) connection device – come with web-based, back-office unit tracking software and dispatch tools. Others have more robust back-end programs. Contractors […]
June 26, 2017
Pickups
Guys beg snake that just slithered from hood of moving pickup to please get off
If you’ve been driving long enough—especially in rural areas—you’re going to end up with some interesting critter stories. Two men driving to work in a pickup recently on a Texas highway got up close and personal with a bull snake that had taken refuge under the hood in the wiper bay right next to the […]
June 26, 2017
Roadbuilding
Volvo touts new P4410B as a commercial-heavy highway crossover paver
Volvo Construction Equipment says it has created a commercial-heavy highway crossover paver with its new P4410B tracked machine by adding a powerful engine in a compact machine platform. “The P4410B is designed to be the most utilized paver in any fleet,” says John Mooney, product manager. “Whether the job is light highway or heavy commercial, […]
June 26, 2017
Pickups
Ford details 2018 F-150 engines: More power, better MPGs, short delay for diesel option
While Ford F-150 fans are excited to hear about the new diesel option coming to the 2018 model, they’ll have to wait until spring of next year to get it. The news came as Ford released more information on its upcoming half-ton pickup, including performance numbers on its all-new 3.3-liter V6, which the automaker reports […]
June 23, 2017
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