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No piece of equipment is perfect for all applications or work conditions. However, Caterpillar has developed a wide specialized product range offering multiple and varied solutions to the present industry. Telehandlers are the machines of choice for a variety of applications thanks to their reach and lift. Forks are simply exchanged for other work tools […]

Caterpillar Global Mining is displaying a range of advanced technologies at Longwall USA, Booth 423. Center stage is a preview of the newest Cat® shearer model, the EL 1000, designed specifically for low- and medium-height seams. Currently in development, the EL 1000 will add depth to the already expansive Caterpillar range and will offer a […]

The John Deere 75G and 85G excavators are the latest models to join the successful, customer-driven G-Series line. Both models feature reduced tail-swing configurations to maneuver and work around congested jobsites in efficient fashion. The machines feature a wide variety of improvements, to increase visibility, operator comfort, and productivity. "The 75G and 85G were designed to […]

Hitachi introduced the newest models to join its Zaxis Dash-5 line – the ZX75US-5 and ZX85US-5. The two reduced-tail-swing excavators feature the same performance and reliability as the preceding Dash-3 series models, but include a variety of enhancements that make them more durable, productive and easy to maintain. “Our exclusive focus on excavators is especially […]

The Cat® B15 made its European debut at this years’ Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and took center stage at CeBIT in Germany. The impact of the successful launch firmly positioned Cat phones as a force to be reckoned with in the rugged device category. The new Cat B15 has received worldwide acclaim, with media […]

Bobcat Company has officially broken ground on its $20 million renovation and expansion to create the Acceleration Center in Bismarck, N.D. When complete, the Acceleration Center will be a modern complex for advancing innovation where professionals utilize technology and modern design to ensure the position of Bobcat as the leader in the compact equipment industry. […]

CASE Construction Equipment introduced the new Tier 4 interim CX130C and CX160C excavators to its C Series product line, offering customers fuel economy increases of up to 8 percent and 5 percent, respectively, versus previous B Series models; resulting in increased productivity, along with lower overall owning and operating costs facilitated through easier maintenance. “The […]

The Ditch Witch® organization announces the release of the new JT25 horizontal directional drill, an exceptionally smooth, powerful, quiet and productive machine designed primarily for utility backbone work. Offering thrust and pullback of 27,000 pounds and an innovative rotational drive producing 4,000 foot-pounds of torque, the JT25 is an ideal drill for installing utility pipe […]

During bauma Munich 2013, Caterpillar was awarded five Diesel Progress Excellence In Equipment Engineering Awards. Readers of Diesel Progress North America Edition and Diesel Progress International Edition voted for winners in 14 different machine categories. A total of 25,754 individual ballots were cast. Diesel Progress Associate Publisher Mike Brezonick presented the awards at the ZF […]

CASE Construction Equipment introduced ProCare, the industry’s most comprehensive factory-provided heavy machinery coverage, that will come standard on CASE heavy machines built with factory-installed SiteWatch™ telematics. ProCare is a suite of product assurances, including a three-year Advanced CASE SiteWatch telematics subscription, a three-year/3,000-hour full-machine factory warranty, and a three-year/3,000-hour planned maintenance contract on heavy CASE […]

New Machine Powered by Tier 4 Interim Engine Technology Komatsu America Corp. introduces the WA270-7 wheel loader. With a net horsepower of 149 hp (111 kW), the WA270-7 is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D107E-2 engine, which is EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage 3B emission certified. Built upon a proven Tier 3 engine platform, […]

The new Cat® C Series knuckleboom loaders from Caterpillar Forest Products feature fuel-efficient power systems, upgraded hydraulics and significantly more lift at full reach than previous models. The line includes the Cat 579C loader, best for big wood, clear cutting and severe delimbing applications, and the Cat 559C loader, ideal for working in pine, pulpwood […]