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Machine control

Topcon launches full auto-dig for excavators, version 2.0 of Sitelink3D jobsite monitoring system

For excavators, a new edition of Topcon’s 3D modular control system, the X-53x automatic, adds hydraulic control for fully automated digging while otherwise using the same components from the original system. The new system, announced at the recent Bauma show in Germany, is designed to be easily upgradeable from the 2D and 3D systems. “We are using […]

May 17, 2019

Construction Equipment

Komatsu unveils PC1250-11 excavators with more power, productivity

Komatsu has introduced its latest pair of Dash-11 excavators, equipped with new engines that provide more power while not requiring diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) or a selective catalyst reduction system (SCR). The new PC1250SP-11 and PC1250LC-11 excavators are powered by 23.15-liter, 758-horsepower Komatsu SAA6D170E-7 engines with two diesel particulate filters to meet Tier 4 Final emissions […]

May 14, 2019

Construction Equipment

Brokk’s new BHB breakers deliver more power in a lighter package

Brokk has launched a line of hydraulic breakers for its remote-controlled demolition robots. The BHB series consists of eight models ranging from 110 to 1,543 pounds. The company says the breakers feature a high power-to-weight ratio, delivering more power in a lighter package, while producing less noise and vibration than competitors. The breakers are designed […]

May 10, 2019

Construction Equipment

Fecon FRS15 shear for excavators cuts 18″ trees, rotates 360 degrees

The new Fecon FRS15 shears can cut through trees up to 18 inches in diameter and rotate a full 360 degrees for all your tree cutting needs. More here.

May 7, 2019

Home

Topcon X-53x brings 3D automated digging depth to excavators

Topcon highlights the features of its brand new digging depth sensors made for excavators as well as other heavy equipment used in digging operations.

April 19, 2019

Dealers

Equipment Roundup: Komatsu intros GD655-7 grader; Cat unveils 777G off-highway truck; Vintage Deere loader in great shape; Volvo debuts EC750E HR excavator; Deere intros new equipment simulators

This edition of Equipment Roundup includes the latest industry news in the heavy equipment market. This edition includes news on John Deere, Cat and others.

April 8, 2019

Construction Equipment

Volvo intros EC750E HR excavator with 118-foot reach for tall demolition jobs

With a pin height of 118 feet, the new excavator the company’s largest high-reach excavator model in North America. More details here on Equipment World.

April 3, 2019

Machine control

With intelligent excavators ruling the marketplace, here’s how to find machine controls that match your needs

In the early days of machine control the customer had two options: take it or leave it. When manufacturers started bundling basic packages as standard equipment, the “leave it” option started to fade away. The early-adopter contractors heralded the arrival of machine control as the best thing since hydraulics, but many felt it was costly […]

March 18, 2019

Dealers

Kobelco adds three dealerships in Canada to its network

Kobelco has expanded its Canadian presence with the addition of three dealers to its network. The dealers are Abi-Quip in Val-D’Or in Quebec, which serves mining, forestry and general construction industries Conaker Equipment in Calgary in Alberta, a 40-year-old family-owned heavy equipment dealership serving the construction industry Les Equipments Pinso Ltee in Cowansville, Quebec, which will sale […]

March 8, 2019

Excavators

Rock-climbing excavator can dig just about anywhere

Seasoned excavator operators lay claim to a lot of proud moments in their machines. But very few can say they’ve done their job from a rock face 20 or more feet above the ground. Through the use of cables and a modified chassis, this rock-climbing digger is able to scale hillsides quickly and get work […]

March 7, 2019

Construction Equipment

Fecon BHP270 Power Pack boosts hydraulic flow for large excavators

Designed for excavators weighing 20 tons or more, the power pack can deliver up to 109 gallons per minute of flow to an attachment. Details on Equipment World.

March 1, 2019

Dealers

Okada to distribute and service Rotar demolition attachments

Okada America and Rotar International BV have teamed up to expand and grow their demolition attachment businesses. Details on their plans on Equipment World.

February 26, 2019