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Machine Matters: Page 3
Mini Excavators
The Rapidly Advancing Compact Excavator – Diesel and Electric
Here’s what you need to know about the latest diesel and electric models, new tech, and buying in a weird market.
February 13, 2023
Backhoe Loaders
What’s Happening with Backhoes? – More Than You Might Expect
Though their status has waned, advances are being made to new backhoes. Check out the latest models and buying tips here.
December 14, 2022
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July 7, 2026
Compact Utility Loaders
Compact Utility Loaders Continue to Evolve While Staying Right-Sized
The stand-on machines, also known as mini skid steers, have advanced beyond weekend-warrior status to popular tools for contractors. Check out the latest CULs on the market.
November 16, 2022
Bulldozers
Modern Dozers: Loaded with Cool Tech, But Don’t Forget the Basics
Check out the latest models on the market and their new technology, along with tips on making the right choice.
October 19, 2022
Construction Equipment
Articulated Dump Trucks Using Tech to Go Easier on the Operator
Artics now come equipped with such features as pedestrian detection, automatic traction and automated dumping.
January 13, 2022
Construction Equipment
Skid Steers Settle In As Go-To Compact Equipment
After a decade of ceding market share to compact track loaders, skid steers are holding their own, and continued development is strengthening their position.
March 18, 2021
Machine Matters
DOZERS REDEFINED: How electronics and machine control made mid-size dozers smarter
There’s a direct correlation between power and fuel consumption; more power requires more fuel. Higher injection pressures, careful design of the piston and combustion chamber, turbocharging and other mechanical ploys improve combustion efficiency and help ensure maximum power is extracted from each unit of fuel, but they don’t change the fundamentals. More power still requires […]
July 1, 2014
Machine Matters
Are Tier 4 excavators worth the higher cost?
Tier 4 Interim excavators are rolling into the market with Tier 4 Final models close behind. They’re more expensive than the Tier 3 machines they replace. Is a low-hour used Tier 3 machine a better choice? Why pay extra just for a Tier 4 engine? Legitimate questions, so we turned to product managers for the […]
February 28, 2014
Machine Matters
How to build out the perfect work truck by taking advantage of dealer spec’ing technologies
Not long ago spec’ing a vocational truck meant going to a dealer, picking from a limited list of wheelbases and axle ratings, selecting a few options for the cab and then welding, drilling and cutting until all your equipment fit. Those were the Dark Ages of truck building. What we have now is a period […]
November 1, 2013
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