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Dealers

Dealers: Partial parts packages can add up to 7% of your total idle capital

I continue to see parts departments ordering parts in package quantities without first checking their dealer management system (DMS) to see if another company location might have that part. While checking the DMS may be more time consuming, if you’re going to use your inventories to the fullest it’s necessary to enforce the practice of […]

September 23, 2019

Dealers

Equipment Roundup: Bobcat unveils iPhone/iPad remote control for skid steers, CTLs; GMC Sierra 3L Duramax test drive; Cat intros new cold planers, RM400 rotary mixer; BOMAG intros gas-powered BPR 60/65

BOMAG intros gas-powered BPR 60/65 reversible plate compactor Offered as a more economical alternative diesel-powered models, BOMAG has introduced the BPR 60/65 reversible plate compactor. BOMAG says the BPR 60/65 consumes less than 1 gallon of gas per hour, is comfortable to operate and compacts large areas of at speeds reaching 91.9 feet per minute. […]

September 23, 2019

Construction Equipment

John Deere updates JDLink machine management system

John Deere Construction & Forestry is adding new capabilities to its JDLink platform, designed to improve the user experience. These include: Updates to the Notification Center, accessible via JDLink,  include email alerts when a machine diagnostic trouble code occurs or there’s an upcoming scheduled maintenance interval. Users can set up which alerts they want to […]

September 20, 2019

Construction Equipment

Lamprinakos tapped as president, CEO of Screen Machine and Diamond Z

John Lamprinakos, a veteran of the steel product industry, is the new president and CEO at Screen Machine and Diamond Z. Etna, Ohio-based Screen Machine manufactures mobile crushing and screening equipment and acquired Diamond Z, of Caldwell, Idaho, in March of this year. Diamond Z makes grinding and chipping machinery. Both companies are owned by […]

September 20, 2019

Roadbuilding

Excavators quickly demo N.Y. bridge over Erie Canal

At 11:30 p.m. on Thursday night, Sept. 5, the New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) demolished the Higginsville Road bridge that spans the Erie Canal in Verona, N.Y., CNY Central reports. The bridge has been closed since 2008 due to “an imminent bridge collapse.” The NYDOT plans a $4.9 million project to replace the existing […]

September 20, 2019

Construction Equipment

Cat unveils new RM400 Rotary Mixer with more power, visibility

Caterpillar plans to launch its new RM400 Rotary Mixer in the second quarter of 2020 to replace the RM300. Cat gave the new RM400 a 19 percent boost in power over the RM300, with a 417-horsepower Tier 4 final Cat C9.3 engine. The new rotary mixer was unveiled September 12 at a press event at […]

September 19, 2019

Construction Equipment

ConExpo 2020 will have a lot to see—and a lot of ground to cover

So now the countdown is on for ConExpo-Con/Agg 2020, an event that editors view with excitement (all that shiny new iron) mixed with dread (6 a.m.-to-midnight jam-packed schedules). Adding to the experience of the March 10-14th show: even more steps on your smart watch. In addition to 2,800 exhibitors, 2.6 million square feet of exhibit […]

September 19, 2019

Dealers

Case names 2019 Diamond and Gold dealer award winners

Case Construction equipment has awarded 18 dealers across North America with the distinction of its Diamond and Gold dealer awards. Case says the awards recognize dealerships for excellence in five categories including sales performance, marketing and communications, product support, parts support and training. The 2019 Diamond Dealer award winners are: ASCO Equipment (Texas) Beauregard Equipment […]

September 19, 2019

Vocational

SnowEx intros HELIXX poly hopper spreaders with improved material flow

As snow season approaches, SnowEx has launched an improved material delivery system on its HELIXX poly hopper spreaders. Designed for full-size pickups, flatbed trucks or dump-bed trucks, the HELIXX poly hopper lineup features a multi-dimensional tub design and a corkscrew material delivery design. SnowEx says this system “vastly” outperforms traditional augers when it comes to […]

September 18, 2019

Dealers

Bobcat opens state-of-the-art dealer training facility near Denver

Bobcat has opened the doors of its latest facility, just outside Denver in Aurora, Colorado. The new Bobcat Training Center is dedicated to developing “world-class” Bobcat dealers, the company says. The 44,000-square-foot property is a first for Bobcat as its sole focus is training. The facility includes technical training rooms, hands-on shop space, a large classroom-style […]

September 18, 2019

Dealers

Brandt Group to buy Nortrax Canada, Nortrax Quebec, uniting all Canadian Deere dealerships

The Brandt Group of Companies is buying Nortrax Canada and Nortrax Quebec, uniting all John Deere Construction & Forestry dealerships in Canada. Brandt says the “landmark deal will unite all John Deere Construction & Forestry dealerships in Canada under the Brandt banner and deliver unprecedented access to Deere products, parts and support services to Canadian […]

September 18, 2019

Trailers

Big Tex intros 16LP Super-Duty Ultra Low Profile dump trailer

Big Tex Trailers has added to its dump trailer lineup with the 16LP Super-Duty Ultra Low Profile Dump Trailer. The model is available in 14- and 16-foot lengths, with a GVWR of 17,500 pounds. “This super-duty model combines durable construction and premium features with a user-friendly ultra-low profile to provide customers with a superior new […]

September 17, 2019