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Caterpillar Betting on Clean Energy to Drive Construction Growth
The manufacturer is increasing its technology investment to accelerate delivery of battery solutions and zero-emissions equipment.
May 20, 2022
Trucks
Terex Unveils the First All-Electric Bucket Truck
A 55-foot aerial device is available for the battery-powered chassis.
May 19, 2022
Pay and benefits
CNH and Union Return to Bargaining Table Over Strike
In strike's third week, workers reportedly remain optimistic about reaching a fair deal and are ready to return to work.
May 19, 2022
Collectors Corner
"Antique Crane Trifecta": Collector Lands All 3 Cable Bantam Versions
Garret Wilson now has three antique Bantams – truck-mounted, crawler and, his latest, a wagon crane.
May 9, 2022
Compact equipment
“Green & Mean”: Avant Delivers Most Power for Size to New Compact Loaders
Avant Tecno says its new 3,600-pound compact wheel loaders, 645i and 650i, are the most powerful in their size class.
May 18, 2022
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Dozers
Liebherr's Largest Dozer, the PR 776, Unleashed on the U.S. Market
The PR 776 is the biggest dozer in the world with hydrostatic drive at 70 metric tons, the company says.
May 17, 2022
Components
Repower Machines at a Lower Cost with Cat's Expanded Replacement Engine Program
With new and used equipment in short supply, using remanufactured components may be a good alternative to a complete machine replacement.
May 16, 2022
Compact equipment
Volvo CE Launches New Electric Compact Excavators and Wheel Loader
The L20 compact wheel loader and EC18 and ECR18 compact excavators expand the company's electric machine lineup – and you can pre-order one online.
May 16, 2022
Better Roads
How William 'Porkchop' Honey and his dump truck saved a paving crew
He drove his Mack hauler in between a speeding drunken driver causing the driver to hit his truck instead of the road workers.
May 13, 2022
Attachments
Steelwrist Intros SQ50 Quick Couplers and Tiltrotators for Mid-Size Excavators
Using the system, operators can quickly change high-flow attachments on 7- to 13-ton excavators, while rotate and tilt functions increase flexibility.
May 13, 2022
The Dirt
Kobelco’s Bounceback: 20 New Products to Be Unveiled in 18 Months (Video)
In this episode of The Dirt, we look at the company's quick rebound from last year's engine mishap and its new dash-7 and -11 excavators.
May 13, 2022
Equipment
Contractors, Dealers: Rethink Inventory Practices as Parts Shortages Worsen
Look at the parts you use and wear out repeatedly — cutting edges, bucket teeth and the like — and figure out what your burn rate is for a year. Then find a way to get them secured immediately.
May 12, 2022
Compact equipment attachments
Patch and Pave Small Areas with the Mazio Skid Paver Attachment
It has a 1.5-cubic-yard hopper capacity, a paving width of up to 6.2 feet and a paving speed of 82 feet per minute.
May 12, 2022
Compact Excavators
Here's What to Look for When Buying a New Compact Excavator
We answer the questions you should be asking and give a rundown of the latest models.
May 12, 2022
Big Iron Dealer
Industry Roundup: Bobcat Announces New Assembly Plant in Rogers, Minn.
The manufacturer is adding a new 225,000-square-foot assembly plant in the northwest suburbs of Minneapolis-Saint Paul. Plus, top news from Deere, Terex, Stellar and more.
May 11, 2022
Big Iron Dealer
Altorfer Cat Kicks Off Cat Global Operator Challenge: Kent Richmond Advances
The dirt has settled on the first Global Operator Challenge dealer event. See who was crowned the champion.
May 11, 2022
Big Iron Dealer
CNH Construction Division Posts Best First Quarter in a Decade
CEO says strike represents less than 10% of the company's global workforce, and he expects strong sales to continue.
May 10, 2022
Big Iron Dealer
Fabick Cat CEO Ousted, Legal Battle Ensues
Caterpillar approved the removal of Doug Fabick as chairman and CEO of Fabick Cat in early March. Now, a legal dispute is underway.
May 9, 2022
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Technology
Built Robotics Turns Excavators into Robotic Trenchers – What’s Next? (Video)
In this episode of The Dirt, we focus on the Exosystem, which can convert any excavator into a remote-controlled, autonomous trench digger.
Pay and benefits
CNH and Union Return to Bargaining Table Over Strike
Compact equipment
“Green & Mean”: Avant Delivers Most Power for Size to New Compact Loaders
Dozers
Liebherr's Largest Dozer, the PR 776, Unleashed on the U.S. Market
Compact equipment
Volvo CE Launches New Electric Compact Excavators and Wheel Loader
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