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Tracked Ford F-150 Raptor shreds snowy mountain ridges with ease (with bonus track burnout!)
Behold, the ultimate snow truck. The folks of Boston and the rest of the northeast could have really used one of these during last week’s blizzard. Unfortunately, there is only one RaptorTRAX and it belongs to Ken Block. At its core, the truck is a 2014 Ford F-150 Raptor outfitted with four Mattracks treads. But […]
February 9, 2015
Business
Volvo CE profit plummets 157% to 4Q loss; big gains in North America keep full-year sales afloat
Thanks to increased demand in North America and Europe, Volvo Construction Equipment largely weathered a rough fourth quarter to keep its full-year 2014 earnings from falling too far. However, the company expects it will have to work hard in 2015 to optimize costs for challenging market conditions in most regions. The heavy equipment manufacturer saw […]
February 9, 2015
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Construction Equipment
Doosan begins manufacturing its own air compressor engines and airends
Starting with its P185WDO model, Doosan Portable Power says it will be the only air compressor supplier to also manufacture the engines used in their models. “This gives us better control over quality and design,” Josh Goodman, assistant product marketing manager with Doosan, said at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. Goodman also points out the […]
February 6, 2015
Construction Equipment
Excavator’s thread-like cable snaps, tanker truck in tow goes careening off muddy hillside
To be sure, this hill’s sloppy terrain presents a formidable challenge. This tanker needs to make it up the slope and his friend the excavator is lending a hand. The truck gets oh so close and the excavator gives one last tug to bring the truck home when the piece of floss being used to […]
February 5, 2015
Roadbuilding
GOMACO next-gen Commander III emphasizes connectivity, features high-tech controls, Tier 4 engines (PHOTOS)
[imagebrowser id=193] Performance, safety, and visibility are key to GOMACO’s Next Generation Commander III which debuted this week at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas. The company’s G+ control system is the major driver for these factors. The system controls hydraulic fan speed, a pivoting operating console, and electronic and hydraulic initiative. Telematics can be accommodated to allow for remote […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Bosch CV300 concrete vibrator hits 20,000 vibrations per minute
The Bosch CV300 Concrete Vibrator reaches roughly 5,000 vibrations per minute (VPM) more than competitive tools, allowing for smooth and efficient operation at 20,000 VPM. The CV300 was on display at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. Designed for large-scale pouring such as deep vertical walls, the CV300’s high-performance motor can withstand load over long periods, with […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Improved Power mode on Komatsu’s new PC360LC-11 excavator lowers cost per ton
Komatsu has announced an update to its PC360LC excavator that includes cab improvements and greater productivity. The PC360LC-11 replaces the -10 and is powered by a Tier 4 Final Komatsu SAA6D114E-6 engine that produces 257 horsepower. The engine uses Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to reduce emissions. Lower fuel consumption is […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Why your pickup becomes less fuel efficient during the winter months
Have you noticed lately that you don’t get quite the miles on a tank of gas as you were a few months ago? Don’t worry. It’s not something wrong with the engine that’s short-changing those miles per gallon. The mileage robber is “winter-blend” gasoline. Refineries are mandated by the EPA to switch to less-volatile gasoline in the summer […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Proxibid’s live heavy equipment auctions are coming to eBay
eBay and Proxibid announced at World of Concrete plans to integrate Proxibid’s live equipment auctions into the eBay marketplace. The partnership agreement enables eBay’s 155 million buyers to access new inventory previously available only via Proxibid, which handles nearly $3 billion annually in big ticket items such as heavy construction equipment and industrial machinery. eBay […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Now you can order a new International WorkStar with a Cummins ISB6.7
At World of Concrete, Navistar has announced that its WorkStar vocational truck will soon get the Cummins ISB6.7 as an engine option. You can order a WorkStar with the 6.7-liter Cummins now and production will begin in the spring. The engine is rated at 325 horsepower and 750 lb.-ft. of torque with higher ratings available […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Curvaceous Cutters: Wave technology powers Hilti breakers, bits to new levels of productivity
Hilti has added a small wrinkle to its concrete cutting tool designs, more accurately a series of subtle curves on the cutting surfaces of its concrete core bits, saw blades and breaker chisels. Here’s a rundown of the new products the company showed this week at the World of Concrete. The TE-SP Wave Chisel delivers […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Case reconfigures skid steer, compact track loader lineup in move to Tier 4 Final, intros 3 new sizes (PHOTOS)
[imagebrowser id=192] The entire Case Construction Equipment skid steer and compact track loader line is now Tier 4 Final compliant, a move that has led to a revised lineup, including the three new sizes:  The 74-horsepower radial-lift SR240 skid steer  The SR270 skid steer, a 2,700-pound-rated operating capacity radial-lift model  The TR340 compact […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
STIHL launches lithium-ion powered TSA 230 cut-off machine
Funny thing about small gas-powered concrete cut-off saws. According to Dan Pherson, Stihl product manager, they may only get a few hundred hours of use a year yet the starter components are often activated thousands of times. So Stihl, seeing that the starter mechanism was the weak link, developed the TSA 230 Cutquik, a battery […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Atlas Copco introduces LT5005 and LT6005 rammers; gives WOC attendees sneak peek of new trowels
Atlas Copco launched the LT5005 and LT6005 concrete rammers at the show, featuring ultra-slim bodies and narrower handles. Designed for use close to buildings and in narrow spaces, the units have a specially designed Honda engine, the 3.5-horsepower four-stroke GXR120. The rammers also have a three-lever throttle control for stop/idle/run functions, a redesigned fuel tank […]
February 5, 2015
Business
BlueLine Rental expands footprint with acquisition of Trico Equipment Inc.
BlueLine Rental has announced that it will acquire Trico Equipment Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Trico, a rental company serving New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Texas, specializes in aerial lift equipment. Trico’s senior leadership is expected to stay with BlueLine in management roles once the acquisition is completed. “Trico is a very complementary business for BlueLine […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
PHOTOS: Trucks of every trim, tint and trade throng World of Concrete 2015
[imagebrowser id=191] One of the cool things about World of Concrete each year is that there’s never a shortage of interesting trucks to see. Pickups, service trucks, haulers, pump trucks, mixers—you name it, it’s there and in just about every paint job you can think of. The gallery above contains just about every truck we […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Bosch debuts wireless charging system for power tools
Seemingly straight out of a science fiction movie, Robert Bosch Tool Corp. launched its Bosch Power Ready Wireless Charging system at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. The system can power tools in a variety of places, such as a moving vehicle and between jobs or tasks, even with the battery on the tool or off. “Now […]
February 5, 2015
Construction Equipment
Cat’s new K2 dozers offer a primer and alternative to full-blown GPS (VIDEO, PHOTOS)
[imagebrowser id=186] Because of its precision earthmoving capabilities, a dozer is one of the first machines a contractor considers upgrading with GPS grade control. But what about those contractors hesitant to take the $50,000 to $60,000 bite a full GPS system requires? With Cat’s new small dozer lineup–the 80-horsepower D3K2, the 92-horsepower D4K2 and 104 […]
February 5, 2015
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