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Construction Equipment

With new motor graders, OEMs balance need for easy operation with pleasing veteran operators

New machines seek to please veteran operators while being easier to operate for the less experienced.

July 5, 2019

Dealers

LiuGong names Quality Fleet Service, Jewell Machinery to dealer network

LiuGong North America has named Quality Fleet Service, South Hadley, Massachusetts, and Jewell Machinery, Rocky Mount, Virginia, to its network of dealers. Established in 2005, Quality Fleet Service specializes in the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of a wide variety of heavy equipment, on-highway trucks, industrial and marine engines and gen sets. The dealer has a […]

July 5, 2019

Construction Equipment

This is the first unmanned truck to run at speed on a public highway—with traffic

Starsky Robotics becomes the first company to test an unmanned vehicle in traffic on a public road. Learn more about the historic moment on Equipment World.

July 4, 2019

Construction Equipment

U.S. debut: Merlo intros Roto R50.35 S-Plus telehandler with 115-foot lift

The Merlo Roto R50.35 S-Plus telehandler with 115-foot lift is now available in the United States. Imported from Italian manufacturer Merlo and sold by Applied Machinery Sales of Rock Hill, South Carolina, the Roto50.35 S-Plus features a tilt cab with integrated controls, 89-foot reach, a maximum capacity of 10,900 pounds and a 360-degree rotating turret. […]

July 4, 2019

Safety

Raken app makes it easier to conduct toolbox talks

Raken has a new app to make it easier for superintendents and foremen to conduct toolbox talks, including finding the topic information, getting signatures from attendees and sending confirmation to the office. The Toolbox Talks app allows the scheduling of jobsite safety talks by mobile device, including collecting signatures on the spot and submitting proof […]

July 4, 2019

Dealers

Bobcat adds Southern Sales and Rentals to dealer network

Bobcat has expanded its dealer network and added Southern Sales and Rentals. The company also sells Yanmar and Husqvarna equipment. Details on Equipment World.

July 4, 2019

Construction Equipment

Tobroco-Giant unveils G2200E, its first electric compact wheel loader, alongside three new articulated loaders

Tobroco-Giant has introduced its first electric, zero-emissions compact wheel loaders, along with three new articulated loaders. The G2200E and G2200E X-TRA are equipped with a 48-volt lithium-ion battery that has a minimum capacity of 12.3 kilowatts. The loaders are designed for indoor operations or urban construction sites. The articulated loaders deliver nearly silent operation. The […]

July 3, 2019

Construction Equipment

Wacker Neuson names Reichetseder North American president, CEO

Gert Reichetseder has been named president and CEO of Wacker Neuson Group’s North American operations. “Our main goals are growing the market share of Wacker Neuson core products in North America and globally,” Reichetseder says. “My focus and energy will be directed toward our customers and our valued employees, as these two groups are the […]

July 3, 2019

Dealers

ASV adds King Hydraulic, Barry Equipment to dealer network

ASV Holdings has added King Hydraulic and Barry Equipment to its dealer network, in addition to a location for Northwoods Hydraulic & Equipment. These dealers will offer ASV‘s Posi-Track compact track loaders and skid steer loaders. Located in King, North Carolina, in the Winston-Salem area, King Hydraulic focuses on hydraulic repairs along with ASV equipment. […]

July 3, 2019

Roadbuilding

Mo. might sell bonds to pay for road improvements after voters say no to gas tax increase

After taxpayers in Missouri rejected a phased-in 10-cent-per-gallon gasoline tax, Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) officials are looking for other ways to pay for transportation improvements, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Now, they plan to use $50 million in funds that were set aside for transportation improvements in the spring, but more will be needed. […]

July 3, 2019

Construction Equipment

Epiroc moves headquarters to Broomfield technology hub

Epiroc has relocated in the greater Denver, Colorado, area, moving its U.S. headquarters from Commerce City to Broomfield, a “tech corridor known as the ‘Rocky Mountain Silicon Valley,’” says the company in a release. “The city of Broomfield is a perfect fit for Epiroc,” says Jon Torpy, president and general manager of Epiroc USA. “While our […]

July 2, 2019

Dealers

United Rentals taps Scott to lead specialty operations

United Rentals has promoted David Scott  to the position of senior vice president, specialty operations. In his new position, Scott will lead the company’s Trench Safety, Power and HVAC, Fluid Solutions, Tool Solutions and Reliable Onsite Services Regions businesses, with more than 340 locations in North America. In addition, he will oversee the firm’s Baker […]

July 2, 2019