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Vintage Equipment

How the First Caterpillar Tractor Ever Built — Serial # EXP 0000-L — Was Rescued and Restored

A parts search led to finding the Caterpillar Tractor Co.'s first tractor built entirely off the fledgling company's new design.

August 5, 2020

The Dirt

Cat Dozer Experts Explain New Restructured Dozer Lineup | The Dirt #09

In the latest edition of The Dirt we devote the entire episode to discussing the reimagined, restructured Cat dozer lineup. To do that we’re joined by Cat product application specialists for dozers Sam Meeker and Joel Fritts. Over the course of the conversation we cover Cat’s new method for naming dozers, the primary improvements of […]

August 4, 2020

Construction Equipment

Digga Bigfoot turns mini-skid steer, skid steer, CTL into trencher

If you want to turn your skid steer, compact track loader or compact utility loader (also known as a mini skid steer) into a trencher, Skid Steer Solutions is now offering Digga Bigfoot Trencher attachments. The trenchers, manufactured by Australia-based Digga, come in three models, with max cutting depths ranging from 3 to 4 feet. […]

August 4, 2020

Construction Equipment

Everything Contractors Need to Know About New ANSI Aerial Lift Standards

Contractors who use telescopic-boom, articulated-boom or scissor-lift aerial platforms face a multitude of changes in how the machines are operated and who can operate them.

August 3, 2020

Construction Equipment

Fecon intros Stumpex EXC stump grinder for excavators

Fecon’s Stumpex EXC can cut through the stump of any species of tree that is 10 to 28 inches in diameter in one pass, the company says.

August 3, 2020

Machine control

Leica iXE3 3D excavator control gains semi-auto functionality for more operator customization

Leica Geosystems now offers semi-automatic functionality for its iXE3 3D excavator machine control solution. The system automatically controls the boom, bucket, tilt and tiltrotator, which the company says allows for faster, more accurate digging. With the new semi-auto function, operators can select the individual automatic functions they want or any combination. For instance, the operator can […]

July 30, 2020

Safety

Milwaukee Tool’s new neck gaiter provides face protection and more

Milwaukee Tool is expanding its work wear lineup to include a new neck gaiter for face, neck and head protection.

July 30, 2020

Dealers

Takeuchi adds EquipmentShare as dealer in Columbia, Mo.

Takeuchi-US has named EquipmentShare, Columbia, Missouri, as a dealer. The company will sell the full range of Takeuchi track loaders, excavators and wheel loaders and also serve as an authorized Takeuchi equipment repair center in addition to stocking parts. Established in 2014, EquipmentShare provides multiple lines of equipment manufacturers for a wide variety of customers. “We’re […]

July 30, 2020

Construction Equipment

Link-Belt intros LSG Scrap Grapples for high-volume processing

Link-Belt LSG Series Scrap Grapples are designed for high-volume scrap yard processing. The orange peel grapples for excavators come in four models with multiple tine and spade styles. They are designed with an overall footprint that will fit inside trailers. Cylinders and internal components are protected by a heavy-duty guarding system that can be easily […]

July 29, 2020

Construction Equipment

Diesel debuts on 2021 Jeep Gladiator, coming later this year

For those looking for more power and better fuel economy—and who isn’t?—look for the diesel-equipped 2021 Jeep Gladiator this fall. FCA’s 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel, rated at 260 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque will be paired up with a new transmission and available on Gladiator Sport, Overland and Rubicon models with engine stop-start (ESS) technology […]

July 28, 2020

Construction Equipment

Skid Steers Are Earning New Respect on the Jobsite

Wacker Neuson uses its All Access design theme on its skid steers, including the SW32 (shown). Features include improved service access with a cab that can be tilted forward even with the loader arms down and a wide rear door that provides easy access to daily check and PM points. The large entrance door and […]

July 24, 2020

Construction Equipment

Engcon updates DC2 tiltrotator control app for remote diagnostics

Engcon has updated the digging control app for its tiltrotators to enable service techs to better troubleshoot issues via smartphone. The DC2 control system fits all excavator brands on the market, and along with controlling Engcon’s tiltrotators, it can control the excavator’s belt and wheels, boom swing or variable boom function, the company says. The […]

July 24, 2020