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Construction Equipment
Atlas Copco’s new Dynapac CA1300 and CA1500 single-drum soil rollers have first cross-mounted engines for easy accessibility
A wide range of parking lot, road, utility pipe and street projects are possible with the new Dynapac CA1300 and CA1500 single-drum soil rollers from Atlas Copco. With cross-mounted engines, which Atlas Copco says is an industry first, and hydraulic pumps in line with the engine, operators can reach all components for service and maintenance, while placing […]
December 29, 2014
Construction Equipment
Craneception? Crane lifts a crane lifting a crane, lifting a crane which is also lifting a crane
In one of the coolest machine demos we’ve ever seen, Liebherr chose to show off the capabilities of its crane lineup in 2012 with a stunt that looks as if it were inspired by the movie “Inception.” We start with an LTR 1100 lifting a scale model into the air, followed by an LR 1350 […]
December 26, 2014
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Construction Equipment
Everything you need to know to understand pickup truck weight ratings
If you haul or tow heavy loads as a part of your business (and who in the construction trades doesn’t?) there are various numbers that you need to pay attention to and realize that no suspension upgrades to your vehicle will change these numbers. It’s also important to note, exceeding these ratings set by the […]
December 26, 2014
Construction Equipment
Minimizer’s tough, poly tool box defies damage
Your typical metal truck tool box takes up a lot of room, and one good whack and it’s dented for good. Minimizer solved both those problems with an 18-inch, tough, poly tool box that is lighter than metal versions and fits into a variety of small spaces on a truck. The solid, weatherproof, molded plastic […]
December 25, 2014
Construction Equipment
With this DeLorean/Chevy Blazer monster truck conversion, who needs to go Back to the Future?
Though the car was a complete commercial failure, over the last three decades the DeLorean has been able to achieve iconic status thanks to the Back to the Future movies where it was used as a time machine on four wheels. Rich Weissensel is one of those rare cats that genuinely loves the stainless steel car for what it […]
December 24, 2014
Construction Equipment
Hyundai’s new programmable HL740-9A wheel loader adapts to the job
With a fully automatic transmission designed for improved travel speed and clutch control, the new, 28,000-pound Hyundai HL740-9A wheel loader moves quicker and more efficiently for increased productivity. The operator can customize the machine’s engine power, transmission shift points and clutch cut-off activation to suit personal preferences or job conditions. A rotary switch lets the […]
December 24, 2014
Construction Equipment
Implosion at Texas A&M football stadium one of the most beautiful demos you’ll find
As they do on most weekends this time of year, Texas A&M officials and fans gathered at the university’s football stadium. But not for a game. No, this time they were there to destroy part of the stadium rather than cheer inside of it. And man is that a beautiful way to blow up part […]
December 23, 2014
Construction Equipment
Terex, Manitex finalize skid steer/compact track loader joint venture
The joint venture between Terex and Manitex International has been completed, making Manitex the majority owner of ASV. Terex is selling 51 percent of ASV to Manitex. The joint venture will manufacture skid steers and compact track loaders. ASV will continue to sell its skid steers and compact track loaders under the Terex brand. Ron DeFeo, […]
December 23, 2014
Business
Contractors, construction equipment manufacturers have much to gain from restoration of trade with Cuba
Though the restoration of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba has a long way to go, construction is firmly planted among the industries with the most to gain from the reversal of the half-century-old political stalemate announced by President Barack Obama last week. On Wednesday, Obama announced that he was ordering a full restoration […]
December 22, 2014
Construction Equipment
Obama signs bonus depreciation, Section 179 measure
As expected, Obama has signed legislation reinstating tax provisions that could have a direct impact on whether or not you buy new equipment in the remaining weeks of 2014. The Tax Increase Prevention Act (H.R. 5771) reinstates two provisions that may help contractors press the “buy” button on construction equipment: Bonus depreciation The act reinstates the 50 […]
December 22, 2014
Business
IronPlanet and Cat Auction Services announce merger
Online equipment marketplace IronPlanet and the Caterpillar dealer channel for used equipment sales, Cat Auction Services, have announced a merger. The two companies promise a “unique auction experience, backed by technology.” The merger looks to be a move by IronPlanet to incorporate onsite auctions into its currently online-only format and caps off a pretty big […]
December 22, 2014
Construction Equipment
Head Santa: Construction CEO doles out degrees in Kris Kringledom at oldest Santa School in U.S. (PHOTOS)
[imagebrowser id=162] In December, many contractors are winding down the year, moving equipment off frozen jobsites and back into the yard. Then there’s Tom Valent, president and CEO of Gerace Construction, a heavy industrial and infrastructure contractor based in Midland, Michigan. Despite the frigid weather outside, this is one of his busiest times of year. […]
December 22, 2014
Construction Equipment
Ditch Witch MR90 mud recycler can be transported while full of mud (PHOTOS)
[imagebrowser id=161] Boost profits by reclaiming, recycling and reusing drilling mud with Ditch Witch’s MR90, a self-contained mud recycler that can be transported while the unit is full of fluid – the only unit of its kind with this capability. Powered by a 25-horsepower Kubota Tier 4 engine, the MR90 has a 450-gallon mud tank […]
December 22, 2014
Construction Equipment
Building suddenly collapses atop excavator in demolition gone wrong
It’s hard to see exactly what went wrong in this video, but it definitely highlights the dangers of demolition work. The operator is gutting the building and at a couple of points he’s having a hard time pulling something to the exterior. However, when the building finally goes, it looks like he’s reaching back inside […]
December 19, 2014
Dealers
Caterpillar names a new CIO and a new head of Asia Pacific distribution amidst leadership changes
At the head of several changes in Caterpillar’s corporate leadership, the company has named a new Chief Information Officer and vice president with responsibility for the Global Information Services Division in Julie Lagacy. A 26-year veteran of the company, Lagacy previously served as chief financial officer of the company’s mining business before being named vice president […]
December 19, 2014
Construction Equipment
Vermeer launches first Tier 4 Final HDD with engine upgrade to D100x140 S3 Navigator
Vermeer’s Navigator horizontal directional drill is the first Tier 4 Final drill to hit the pipeline market, as the company has upgraded the D100x140 S3’s engine to a 275-horsepower Cat diesel that meets emissions standards while providing 100,000 pounds of thrust/pullback, 14,000 foot-pounds of rotational torque and 203 rpm rotations speed. With two Firestick drill […]
December 19, 2014
Construction Equipment
Pile driving rig operators, contractors team up for certification program
The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators and the Pile Driving Contractors Association have teamed up to form a task force, with the ultimate goal a top-notch certification program for operators of dedicated pile driving rigs. Expected to be available in 2016, the program will be developed with the same strict standards as […]
December 19, 2014
Construction Equipment
John Deere’s new 300G LC excavator cranks up the power and adds numerous new features
[imagebrowser id=158] By EPA mandate, almost every new machine introduced today includes a Tier 4 final emissions reduction system. So what really sets a machine apart from the competition is everything else they throw into the package, which for the new Deere 300G LC excavator, is a lot. For starters, the 300G LC boasts an […]
December 18, 2014
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