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It's the largest board game ever played with CAT Equipment! During the Caterpillar Built For It Trials, "Stack" pits five heavy equipment operators against a mountain of massive wood blocks! Excavators and Telehandlers are used to remove and reposition a stack of 27 JENGA blocks one at a time without toppling the structure.   Source: […]

CASE roller fleet anchored by the PT240 pneumatic tire compactor helps Georgia contractor consistently achieve low air voids on asphalt projects. A high percentage of air voids in hot mix asphalt projects ultimately contributes to flaws in roadways. The ability to consistently keep air voids to a minimum is where Thompson, GA-based C&H Paving excels. […]

Have you checked out Caterpillar Inc.'s YouTube Channel? We found some great videos about Skid Steer Loader Maintenance and Inspections: Daily Walk Around - Walk around inspection guidelines for the Skid Steer Loader.   Replace Tires - Know when to replace your rubber tires.   Drive Chain Adjustment & Chain Oil - Cain tension on rubber […]

Have you checked out Caterpillar Inc.'s YouTube Channel? We found some great videos about Track-Type Tractor Maintenance and Inspections: Daily Walk Around - Walk around inspection guidelines for the Track-Type Tractor.   Cat SystemOne Undercarriage - Tips and Points of the SystemOne Undercarriage.   Undercarriage Track Tips - Maintain your undercarriage.   Undercarriage Master Links - […]

Have you checked out Caterpillar Inc.'s YouTube Channel? We found some great videos about Wheel Loader Maintenance and Inspections: Daily Walk Around - Walk around inspection guidelines for the Wheel Loader.   Linkage & Pins Lubrication Tips - Understanding Linkage & Pins lubrication.   Ground Engaging Tools - Ground Engaging Tools and when to maintain.   […]

Have you checked out Caterpillar Inc.'s YouTube Channel? We found some great videos about Hydraulic Excavator Maintenance and Inspections: Daily Walk Around - Walk around inspection guidelines for the Hydraulic Excavator.   Swing Bearing & Swing Gear Maintenance - Learn how to maintain the swing bearing and swing gear on your hydraulic excavator.   Undercarriage Tips […]

Have you checked out Caterpillar Inc.'s YouTube Channel? We found some great videos about Backhoe Loader Maintenance and Inspections: Daily Walk Around - Walk around inspection guidelines for the Backhoe Loader.   Adjust Digging Precision - Learn about adjusting digging precision with the E Stick.   Greasing Overview & Tips - Why greasing a machine is […]

Have you checked out Caterpillar Inc.'s YouTube Channel? We found some great videos about Multi Terrain Loader Maintenance and Inspections: Daily Walk Around - Walk around inspection guidelines for the MTL.   Rubber Belt Maintenance - MTL rubber belts and how to maintain them.   Rear Compartment Tips - Rear compartment maintenance checks.   Filter Replacement […]

Bobcat Company has completed a $6.5 million renovation at its Bismarck, N.D., production facility. The renovation makes the facility more conducive to Bobcat® compact attachment production, which moved to Bismarck as part of an operations expansion last year. It also provides a more collaborative environment for non-production positions. Other factory operations include engine assembly; kitting […]

Employees of Crane & Tractor Inc. in Columbus, Ohio capture robbers by trapping them until the police arrive.   You can view all of Crane & Tractor's Inventory online at Rock & Dirt.  For more information about this company contact them at: Crane & Tractor Inc. 1600 Harmon Ave, Columbus, OH 43223 Phone: 855-259-1196 Website: […]

In 1947 grain production was booming in the United States as farmers responded to the post-war food shortages that were plaguing many countries. Out on the Kansas prairie, Ernest Bertrand made plans to build a grain elevator. He needed reliable electric power to construct the facility, and to run it. So he chose a Caterpillar […]

  CONEXPO-CON/AGG will represent an immense unveiling of all the newest equipment, technology and product breakthrough in construction. From earthshaking big iron to groundbreaking innovations, it's all assembled in one place to help you work smarter. CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014 -- If it's new, it's here! CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014 will feature: • 2,400 exhibitors showcasing new products and […]