Mon January 15, 2007
Case’s Backhoe Loader Celebrates 50th Anniversary
February 2007 marks the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the world’s first factory-integrated tractor backhoe loader. The Case 320 was the first backhoe loader purpose-built at the plant for construction applications....
Wed November 08, 2006
Deere’s 300 Series Skid Steers Feature 45-Degree Dump Angle
With a unified design and more than 100 improvements, John Deere’s 300 Series skid steers are productive at a lower daily operating cost than their predecessors. “Every feature of the 300 Series was designed with productivity, uptime and operating cost in mind,” said Gregg Zupancic, product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry Division....
Mary Reed - Tue November 28, 2006
Geppert Commits Byberry Hospital to Philly’s Past
A decaying and dangerous monument to one of the saddest chapters in the history of Philadelphia is currently in the process of disappearing from the urban landscape. It has been a long journey to reach this point....
Sat September 30, 2006
Deere’s 300 Series Boasts More Than 100 Improvements
With a unified design and more than 100 improvements, John Deere’s 300 Series skid steers are more productive and more reliable than ever before. “Every feature of the new 300 Series was designed with productivity, uptime and operating cost in mind,” said Larry Foster, product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry Division....
Fri October 27, 2006
Pa. Firm Leads Humanitarian Mission to Aid Katrina Victims
Recently, Rick Taylor, Principal of Earthborne Equipment Inc., full line JCB dealer for southeastern Pennsylvania, transported a new JCB 214 4 by 4 loader backhoe to Gautier, Miss., on a humanitarian mission to render aid to victims of Hurricane Katrina....
Sat October 07, 2006
Allmand TLB-220 Compact Backhoe Loads Smoothly
The Allmand TLB-220 heavy-duty compact tractor loader backhoe tackles many jobs typically reserved for larger TLBs, maneuvers in tight areas and can be towed on a trailer behind a pickup truck. The 3,115-lb....
David S. Chartock - Wed September 20, 2006
State Agencies Determined to Save Bolsa Chica Lowland Ecosystem
Rainfall was the biggest challenge facing the project team of the soon-to-be completed $147-million Bolsa Chica Lowland Restoration Project in Huntington Beach, CA. According to Jack M. Fancher, coastal program chief and Bolsa Chica program manager of the U.S....
Wed August 09, 2006
JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader Boasts Specially Designed Off-Road Engine
JCB’s new 3CX backhoe loaders are designed for hard work, increased productivity and greater comfort. JCB Cab and CanopyOperator comfort is achieved with an optional heated air suspension seat with air lumbar support, coupled with an air conditioning system, built-in cooler and cell phone holder with power supply....
Wed August 09, 2006
Ingersoll Rand Offers Powerful BL-570 Backhoe Loader
The BL-570 compact backhoe loader from Ingersoll Rand Company Limited is ideal for utility installation, landscaping, and rental applications, as well as general construction and repair work. The BL-570 uses a backhoe workgroup with a maximum digging depth of 12 ft....
Wed August 09, 2006
Deere 710G Backhoe Tackles Tough Assignments
Numerous enhancements over the previous model make John Deere’s 710G backhoe well suited for tough jobs, particularly those where a small excavator and loader are used together, according to Bob Tyler, product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry Company....
