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Construction Equipment
Cat demos versatility of M315F, M317F compact radius wheeled excavators
In October, Caterpillar expanded its F Series lineup of wheeled excavators with two new compact radius models: the M315F and M317F. These models are the smallest wheeled excavators in the F Series lineup and are designed for use as tool carriers. Both models can also be equipped from the factory to accept the company’s new tiltrotator which […]
December 28, 2016
Dealers
Tier 4 regs driving contractors to buy lower-tiered used equipment
If you suspected that contractors are snapping up as much used Tier 3 equipment as they can get their hands on, now there’s proof. A recent survey conducted by the Independent Equipment Dealers Association (IEDA) found that the Environmental Protection Agency’s Tier 4 emissions mandates for diesel powered off-road equipment are driving up demand for equipment […]
December 27, 2016
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Dealers
IronPlanet inspected record 100k+ used heavy equipment items in 2016 (and one “mobile ice fishing house” SUV)
IronPlanet reports it has conducted inspections on more than 100,000 used heavy equipment items for 2016, breaking its own record for most equipment evaluated and certified in one year. “High quality, detailed and meticulous equipment inspections are a core component of IronPlanet offerings to buyers and sellers alike and that is what differentiates us from […]
December 27, 2016
Construction Equipment
Cat intros D3K2 Mulcher, a factory-built dozer config with custom attachment
Caterpillar has introduced a new factory-built mulcher which combines a D3K2 dozer with an HM518 mulcher attachment. Designed for small-to-medium diameter material across a range of applications in construction, road work and forestry, the D3K2 Mulcher can be equipped with either a conventional long (XL) undercarriage, or a low-ground-pressure (LGP) under carriage. The HM518 has […]
December 26, 2016
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What to see at ConExpo 2017: JetStream, Kawasaki, Subsite, E.D. Etnyre in the Central Hall
The big show is fast approaching, and ConExpo exhibitors have given us a sneak peek into what they’ll have in store for those attending the March 7-11 massive exhibition. To view previous preview entries for ConExpo 2017 click here. Here’s the spotlight on four exhibitors in the Central Hall: Kawasaki-KCM, booth C-20527 KCM, the new […]
December 26, 2016
Dealers
INFOGRAPHIC: Compact track loader sales and buyer trends
December 26, 2016
Construction Equipment
The heavy equipment behind moving and erecting the 2016 Capitol Christmas tree
An 80-foot Englemann spruce Christmas tree is the latest “People’s Tree”. Now adorned with thousands of lights and some 6,000 ornaments made by children in Idaho, the tree made a 4,000-mile, three-week journey from the Payette National Forest in Idaho to the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) lit […]
December 23, 2016
Pickups
Texas shop remanufactures pickups in under 48 hours, sells them for half price
Hmmmm…it’s half the cost of a new truck and it comes with a 3-year/75,000-mile warranty? Yes. A vehicle remanufacturer in Tyler, Texas rebuilds fleet vehicles, including trucks and vans, in a short amount of time and can save fleet owners plenty of money. “The guy or gal who owns a new fleet is going to save […]
December 23, 2016
ConExpo-Con/Agg
What to see at ConExpo 2017: Takeuchi, Wirtgen and Ditch Witch in the Central Hall
The big show is fast approaching, and ConExpo exhibitors have given us a sneak peek into what they’ll have in store for those attending the March 7-11 massive exhibition. (You can see other entries in our preview series here.) Here’s the spotlight on three exhibitors in the Central Hall: Takeuchi-US, booth C-20753 At its Central […]
December 23, 2016
Business
Year in Review: The Biggest Construction Equipment News Stories of 2016
While everyone has their sights on ConExpo in March, it might be easy to overlook what a busy year 2016 turned out to be. Here’s an quick overview, plus a timeline, of what happened in the construction equipment industry last year. Bonus: check out our editors’ quick predictions for 2017 on page 30. (Note: In order to meet […]
December 22, 2016
Construction Equipment
Motor graders have gotten better at one thing
Some machines are exciting because of the array of features, applications and attachments they support. Motor graders…not so much. They do one thing. They move dirt. So, how do OEMs build excitement for these one-dimensional machines? By making them better at doing that one thing.  Proper power As with other types of equipment, graders […]
December 21, 2016
Construction Equipment
How to winterize aerial work platforms and boom trucks in 5 steps
Preparing your aerial lifts or boom truck cranes for cold weather operation is an important step in ensuring a long equipment life and optimum performance on the job site. Without the proper parts and service work, slow hydraulic operation and other cold-weather issues can put a serious damper on performance. Here is a list of […]
December 21, 2016
Construction Equipment
Komatsu intros PC650LC-11 excavator with cab improvements
Komatsu has updated its PC650 excavator with improvements to the machine’s cab design, fuel efficiency and serviceability. With operating weights between 140,456 and 145,284 pounds, the new PC650LC-11 is powered by a 436-horsepower Komatsu SAA6D140E-7 engine. The engine employs a selective catalyst reduction (SCR) system and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) to meet Tier 4 Final emissions […]
December 20, 2016
Dealers
John Deere integrates AGTEK software for greater dealer support of 3D, GPS earthmoving
In an effort to allow its dealers to offer greater support to customers using 3D digital models and GPS technology for grading, John Deere has announced a partnership with software developer AGTEK. Deere is integrating AGTEK’s Earthwork 4D site modeling software into its WorkSight telematics dashboard in an effort to “ease the takeoff and modeling […]
December 20, 2016
Roadbuilding
Custom-built snowplows save Caltrans 33% in equipment costs
The California Department of Transportation’s (Caltrans) Division of Equipment has designed and custom built 14 snowplows, which it says has saved them 33 percent compared to purchasing commercial versions. To these trucks, the division added infrared pavement thermometers, backup cameras, high-speed attenuators, high-visibility striping and larger plows. Division employees also did all wiring and welding […]
December 20, 2016
Business
With sale of backhoe line, Terex exits the earthmoving equipment business
Terex is now completely out of the earthmoving business. According to a report from The Construction Index, the company has agreed to sell its UK-based operation where it manufactures backhoes, site dumpers and compact compaction rollers, to Mecalac, a French manufacturer of compact loaders and excavators. The deal, details of which have not yet been announced […]
December 19, 2016
Construction Equipment
Doosan launches DX380LL-5, its largest log loader yet
Doosan has added a new size class to its lineup of log loaders with the introduction of the DX380LL-5, its largest machine yet in this category. Powered by a Tier 4, 318-horsepower engine, the DX380LL-5 boasts high swing torque and approximately 44 feet of reach at ground level. The machine weighs in at 113,500 pounds […]
December 16, 2016
Dealers
Compact excavator and track loader sales surging as backhoes stagnate
Trends that have been talked about for a couple of years are gaining steam in 2016. “Instead of buying backhoes, we’ve seen a significant shift with contractors choosing to buy compact excavators and skid steers,” one dealer recently told me. “While this means that contractors need two operators instead of one, they’re making up for […]
December 16, 2016
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