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Following the successful launch of Komatsu’s first intelligent Machine Control dozer into the North American market last June, Komatsu America will be expanding its family of iMC crawler dozers to include other popular-sized machines prior to CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014 which will be held in early March. By the time of the show, there will be four […]

New from RAYCO is the T260 self-propelled stump cutter.  The T260 is a compact powerhouse for high production stump removal.  Easy to transport from one job to the next, the T260 weighs just 22,500lbs and has an overall width of 93”.  A 260hp Cummins QSB6.7 turbo diesel powers the T260 and it travels on a […]

The Cat® 834, introduced in the mid-1960s, has set the standard for wheel-dozer design and performance for almost 50 years, ensuring customers optimum productivity, durability and availability through multiple life cycles. The new 834K now builds on the strengths of its predecessors with engine choices that tailor it for use worldwide, a completely new cab, […]

KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA continues its forward momentum in the relaunch of its excavator line by expanding their dealership representation to include Cen-Cal Machinery. Cen-Cal Machinery will represent KOBELCO’s full line of excavators in California. “We have been a KOBELCO dealer since the 80’s and they have always been a first class company offering top […]

At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014 Caterpillar will present its unmatched lineup of machines, technology and services designed with the primary goal of helping customers succeed. The Caterpillar organization and Cat® products are BUILT FOR IT—built to work for contractors of all types, aggregates miners, construction materials suppliers and specialty trades. Four Caterpillar exhibit areas totaling about 60,000 […]

The Board of Directors of Cat Auction Services (CAS) announced that Gary Trettel, previously its Chief Financial Officer and General Manager, will take over as the company's new President and CEO, effective immediately.  Rick Albin, the former President/CEO, has been elected to the role of Executive Vice President. "Rick's vision and leadership in creating and […]

Essex Rental Corp. announced it will be offering a portion of its surplus crawler crane inventory in a sealed bid auction. Ron Schad, President and CEO of Essex stated, "Essex Rental Corp. is continually evaluating the rental assets we own to ensure that they meet the needs of our customers and provide the highest possible […]

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. […]

Each February, Rock & Dirt distributes 1000's of copies of Rock & Dirt at the Florida Auctions in the Orlando area. This year, we will be distributing copies at the Alex Lyon, Yoder & Frey, and CAT Auction during February 2014. Each Rock & Dirt is distributed in a plastic “Rock & Dirt” bag. We […]

Rotobec is very excited to announce the release of our new full line of stationary mount loaders. Built with the knowledge and expertise from years of industry leading design in truck mounted loaders and attachments, Rotobec now offers 5 models of stationary mount to fit your application: Elite SM, Horizon SM, Optimax SM, Evolution SM […]

Rotobec Power Attachment (RPA) grapples offer reliability and versatility. This grapple can accomplish demanding jobs in C&D, recycling, landscaping and general contracting. There are a number configurations available and can be equipped with either a dangling or positioned rotator. The RPA features high-pressure cylinders, integrated valve-on-swivel option and an interlocking design for increased strength and […]

John Deere's newest additions to the E-Series line of skid steer loaders and compact track loaders (CTLs) feature design and performance enhancements based on on customer feedback. Two skid steer models (318E, 320E) and two compact track loader models (319E, 323E) join their large-frame brethren introduced earlier this year. The machines include upgraded boom performance, auxiliary […]