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Business

Equipment makers bring out more new machine deals amid coronavirus downturn

Manufacturers and their dealers continue to ramp up their offers on new equipment buys in an effort to entice buyers in a down market. And one dealer is offering financing deals on all brands of used equipment and rental contract discounts. Here’s an overview of the offers we’ve come across, which are in addition to […]

May 19, 2020

Construction Equipment

Paladin intros its first brush cutter for compact excavators

Paladin's brush cutter attachment for compact excavators offers similar performance to the company's GroundShark. Watch it perform here on Equipment World.

May 18, 2020

The Dirt

Coming Soon! The Dirt: The Construction & Equipment News Show

We’re excited to announce a new weekly show called The Dirt. It’s aimed at giving you the top headlines in construction and heavy equipment alongside conversations with equipment makers, contractors and other industry players. A new episode of The Dirt will post right here and to the Equipment World YouTube channel every Monday. The first […]

May 15, 2020

Class 7-8

USDOT finalizes hours of service reforms for truck drivers

A federal rule to overhaul the hours of service regulations that govern truck drivers’ schedules will soon be published in the Federal Register, the USDOT’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced Thursday. Of note, the rule expands the split-sleeper berth options afforded to drivers to allow them to split their 10-hour off-duty period into […]

May 15, 2020

Construction Equipment

Sany SMG200C-8 Motor Grader Purpose-Built for Road Jobs With Simplified Feature Set | Quick Look

Sany says its latest motor grader, the SMG200C-8 is a budget-conscious option in a market the company says is full of machines that are overpriced and overcomplicated. Check out the video for more details.

May 14, 2020

Maintenance

When it comes to equipment fluid management, little mistakes can add up to big problems

Dig deeper into fluid management for your construction equipment with these best practices – and tips on how to avoid the worst ones.

May 14, 2020

Business

Astec faces coronavirus challenges with strong cash position, customer work backlogs, CEO says

Even though Astec Industries saw a decrease in sales this last quarter, many of their customers are still working and require critical Astec solutions.

May 14, 2020

Construction Equipment

Kobelco’s new SK130LC-11 excavator the first in next-gen lineup

Kobelco Construction Machinery USA is launching its SK130LC-11 excavator to the North American market, the first model in the company’s new Generation 11 line. The SK130LC-11 has a digging force of 24,818 pounds and is equipped with independent travel, which allows the machine to move, lift and swing simultaneously without experiencing loss of power. The […]

May 13, 2020

Construction Equipment

Bobcat intros utility bucket for small articulated loaders

After entering the space for small articulated loaders (SAL) earlier this year, Bobcat has introduced a new utility bucket aimed at these machines. The Bobcat L23 and L28 are ultra-compact, articulated wheel loaders whose maneuverability and ability to lift small pallets of block or other materials with low ground disruption make them attractive for tree […]

May 13, 2020

Construction Equipment

Case updates entire compact vibratory roller line with 7 new E Series models

Case's new E-Series will replace the company's previous vibratory rollers. Learn more about what Case's compact vibratory rollers offer here on Equipment World.

May 12, 2020

Business

How construction contractors can use mechanic’s liens to get paid

As the economy declines, Levelset CEO Scott Wolfe says contractors need to be prepared to protect their payment rights. Details on Equipment World.

May 11, 2020

Construction Equipment

Hatz single-cylinder Tier 4 Final engines designed for vibrating plates and light tower generators

By Tom Jackson As the first single cylinder industrial engines with electronic injection and control, the Hatz B and D series engines have been certified as Tier 4 Final by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The company says that the 15-horsepower Hatz 1D90E is the most powerful single-cylinder diesel in the world. The Hatz […]

May 11, 2020