Fri August 01, 2014
Wacker Neuson Expands Compact Excavator Series With EZ 17
Wacker Neuson’s 1.9 ton (1.7 t) compact excavator — EZ 17 — is the smallest zero tail model by Wacker Neuson and combines a compact footprint, expandable undercarriage and two-speed drive....
Wed July 30, 2014
JCB Gears up for Market Growth With New Fuel Efficient Compact Excavators
JCB is gearing up for massive growth in the compact excavator market with the launch of an exciting new range of midis. The first three machines being unveiled as part of the new line-up are the 67C-1 and 86C-1 conventional tail swing models and the 85Z-1 zero-tail swing excavator — all designed to grab a bigger share of a market which is expected to grow by at least 16 percent over the next four years....
Wed July 30, 2014
Cat 910K, 914K Compact Wheel Loaders Excel in Loader Performance
Two new Cat compact wheel loaders — the 910K, a new model in the range, and 914K, replacing both 914G2 and IT14G2 — feature Caterpillar’s Optimized Z-bar loader linkage, allowing these new models to work with the digging power of conventional Z-bar machines, while also providing the parallel-lift of an integrated tool carrier....
Chelsea Smouse - Wed April 23, 2014
Groff Tractor Hosts Intelligent Compaction Seminars
Intelligent compaction is the latest in road building compaction technology. Intelligent compaction or IC, involves the compaction of road materials using modern vibratory rollers equipped with an integrated measurement system, an onboard computer system and GPS....
Tue March 18, 2014
Case Rolls Out DV209, DV210 Asphalt Compactors
Case Construction Equipment’s Tier IV Interim DV209 and DV210 high frequency asphalt compactors represent the addition of two new models to Case’s high frequency double-drum models, giving road builders more control and versatility to dial compaction performance to match the thickness and required density of each lift....
Mon February 10, 2014
Volvo Expands Compact Track Loader Line With MCT110C
The MCT110C is the latest addition to the C-Series line of compact track loaders from Volvo — which comes in a wide range of choices. With the addition of the 2,250 lb. (1,020 kg) rated operating capacity MCT110C, Volvo now offers four tracked models — the radial lift MCT110C and the vertical lift MCT85C, MT125C and MCT135C....
Fri January 31, 2014
Rayco T260 Is a Compact Powerhouse
The Rayco T260 self-propelled stump cutter is easy to transport from one job to the next at just 22,500 lbs. (10,206 kg) and with an overall width of 93 in. (236 cm). A 260 hp (193.8 kW) Cummins QSB6.7 turbo diesel powers the T260 and it travels on a heavy duty steel track undercarriage with 2-speed final drives....
Sat January 04, 2014
Terex Names Quality Forklift Compact Eqpt. Distributor
Quality Forklift Sales & Service Inc. is now an authorized distributor of the Terex compact construction equipment line, including compact track loaders, skid steer loaders, compact excavators, compact wheel loaders and backhoe loaders, in the Twin Cities metro area of Minnesota....
Thu December 05, 2013
Cat 836K Landfill Compactor Designed for Operator Comfort, Safety
The new 562 gross hp (419 kW) Cat 836K landfill compactor has more than 20 years of Caterpillar expertise in this demanding application already built in. Components with a history of reliability, ease of service, and an ergonomic environment that ensures the operator’s health, productivity and safety are all standard features, according to the manufacturer....
Thu December 05, 2013
Caterpillar Introduces B-Series Production-Class Vibratory Soil Compactors
Caterpillar’s B-Series production-class vibratory soil compactors includes nine models. The range of vibratory soil compactors includes the smooth drum CS54B, CS56B, CS68B, CS74B and CS78B. Padfoot models include the CP54B, CP56B, CP68B and CP74B....
