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Business

LiuGong North America says 2013 was a record breaking year

Although it released no numbers, LiuGong North America says the fourth quarter of 2013 was record breaking, “making 2013 the most profitable year with four consecutive profitable quarters since North American operations began in 2008.” The company also says it has a record number of orders going into the first quarter of this year. LiuGong […]

January 30, 2014

Construction Equipment

Komatsu launches D51i-22, its second fully-automatic dozer with integrated blade control

After teasing an extension of its family of integrated machine control dozers last week, Komatsu today has announced the launch of the D51i-23. Like its big brother the D61i-23, the D51 features Komatsu’s intelligent Machine Control (iMC) built right  into the body of the dozer from the factory. Unlike third-party aftermarket solutions, there are no […]

January 29, 2014

Construction Equipment

Manitou is giving away a “throwback” Gehl R190 skid steer to celebrate the brand’s 40th anniversary

In celebration of the Gehl brand’s 40th anniversary, Manitou Americas is giving away what it calls a “throwback” skid steer. The special edition R190 skid steer features the same “maize and blaze” paint scheme as the first Gehl skid steers manufactured in 1973. The 2-speed machine features joystick controls, an enclosed cab with heat and air […]

January 27, 2014

Business

Profits drop 33% in 2013, but Caterpillar’s better-than-expected 4Q provides momentum for ’14

Caterpillar released its fourth quarter and full-year financial results for 2013 this morning, with numbers that were better than expected by Wall Street analysts. The heavy equipment manufacturer’s profits were $1 billion in the fourth quarter, an increase of 44 percent from 4Q 2012. That increase is mostly due to the $580 million impairment charge […]

January 27, 2014

Construction Equipment

Minnich adds remote control to concrete doweling machine

By allowing the operator to stand at a distance from the work, the Minnich wireless remote control improves safety and performance when drilling concrete dowel holes. The operator can get away from the dust being generated and position himself for a better view of the work and out of the way of obstacles and hazards. […]

January 23, 2014

Construction Equipment

Topcon unveils the LN-100: world’s first 3D positioning solution designed for BIM and construction layout

If you’ve ever felt like a total station is more tool than you need or understand, Topcon has come up with the solution. The  LN-100, introduced yesterday at the World of Concrete is the world’s first 3D positioning solution designed specifically for BIM and construction layout. What Topcon did was take the basic functionality of […]

January 23, 2014

Construction Equipment

Komatsu will release 3 more intelligent Machine Control dozers before ConExpo

Komatsu says it was so pleased with the reception of the D61i-23 that soon after its June 2013 launch, it began working to bring more dozers with the company’s new integrated machine control technology to market. This morning, the equipment manufacturer announced that it will release three more intelligent Machine Control (iMC) dozers by the […]

January 23, 2014

Construction Equipment

Knaack DataVault secures jobsite computers, monitors, other tech; could replace trailers on some jobs

A walk around the Werner booth at World of Concrete showcased a number of intriguing products and upgrades. First catching our attention was the Knaack Data Vault. “We found that general contractors were taking our tool cabinets and creating their own technology boxes,” says Rob Swelgin, channel marketing manager for Werner, which has the Knaack […]

January 22, 2014

Construction Equipment

Honda launches GXR120 engine designed for rammers

At World of Concrete in Las Vegas, Honda launched a new GXR120 general purpose engine designed specifically to power rammers. Offered as a second power option to the GX100 engine, the GXR120 has a displacement of 121 cc, enabling the engine to power 110- to 175-pound rammers.  The engine has a special cast-iron cylinder sleeve […]

January 22, 2014

Construction Equipment

IronPlanet and Mascus partner for “seamless integration” between two auction websites

Iron Planet and Mascus have announced a partnership that will result in the “seamless integration” between the two equipment auction websites. In the 13 years since its launch, Iron Planet has registered more than 1 million users and sold more than $3 billion worth of used heavy equipment. The Netherlands-based Mascus sells construction equipment, trucks […]

January 22, 2014

Business

AGC 2014 construction forecast predicts improved hiring and pay with increased demand and equipment purchases

The Associated General Contractors of America released their 2014 construction industry forecast Tuesday, reporting the results of an in-depth survey that included 800 AGC members across the United States. The group’s analysis, Optimism Returns: The 2014 Construction Hiring and Business Outlook, found contractors are more optimistic about 2014 than they were about previous years. Noting […]

January 21, 2014

Construction Equipment

Case launches the 355-hp 1221F, the largest wheel loader in the company’s fleet

Today, Case added to the F Series wheel loader lineup with the introduction of the 1221F, the largest model the company offers. With an 11.9-liter Tier 4 Interim engine that delivers up to 355 horsepower, the loader is designed for heavy earthmoving and loading applications, particularly in aggregate and mining operations. The 1221F has a […]

January 20, 2014