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Company recognized for innovative hydraulic hybrid technology, which dramatically increases fuel efficiency for the company’s excavator equipment customers Caterpillar Inc. is bringing home the silver for its first-ever commercialized machine that uses hydraulic hybrid technology. The Cat® 336E H hybrid excavator earned the prize in the Energy/Transportation category at the 26th annual Edison Awards, which [...]

The ZX35U-5, ZX50U-5 and ZX60USB-5 are the newest compact excavators to join the Zaxis Dash 5 lineup by Hitachi. The cutting-edge line of compact excavators delivers the same exceptional reliability, performance and operator comfort as the preceding Dash-3 series, with numerous customer-driven enhancements. “By specializing exclusively on excavators, we took the time to listen to [...]

Tesmec USA, Inc. and its parent company, The Tesmec Group, are proud to announce that Tesmec USA, Inc. will begin to distribute the GALLMAC product line in the North American and Caribbean markets, effective January 1, 2013. Tesmec USA, Inc. is located in Alvarado, Texas and has been in operation since 1984, primarily in the [...]

Komatsu America Corp. today introduced the PC138USLC-10 tight tail swing hydraulic excavator. With an operating weight range of 31,791 – 32,628 pounds (14,420 – 14,800 kg), the PC138USLC-10’s short tail swing radius makes it an ideal machine for confined work areas such as one lane of traffic or urban environments. The EPA Tier 4 Interim [...]

While it’s exciting for all of us here at Takeuchi to talk about our newest products, like our TL10 and TL12, and our new TS series skid steers, it’s also really important for us to continue our innovation process within our existing product lines. We owe it to our loyal customers to meet the needs [...]

The new highway-speed 470TM Telescoping Boom Excavator delivers the mobility, versatility and efficiency of today’s municipalities demand. Compared to a wheeled excavator, the 470TM can cut work time and man hours by more than 75%. It can be driven to the job site at highway speed by a single operator, eliminating the need for a [...]

Consumption The fuel effeciency and reliability of SOLAR 300LC-7 have a direct impact on its procuctivity. Air-to-air intercooler engine with powerful performance and hydrulic excavator controlled Reliability By engine and EPOS, with a cost/performance ratio that makes the SOLAR 300LC-7 even more appealing. Performance The advanced hydraulic system combined with a powerful engine provides for [...]

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) unveiled the first model in its new line of hybrid excavators, the Cat® 336E H, at its Mossville Industrial Design Center on Oct. 16 at a special trade press event, “The Next Generation is Here.” The new 336E H will be sold and serviced exclusively through the global Cat dealer network [...]

SK850LC Super Acera High productivity  diesel engine Same comfortable cab found on Kobelco SK350LC/SK485LC Powerful, category leading bucket and drawbar pull forces Superior stability delivered through expert chassis design and balance Maintenance walk provides easy access to routine daily maintenance items 12-Step product assembly and 4 transport configurations Designed for heavy-duty applications like heavy earth [...]

Excavating Solutions is excited to announce the World’s first true Excavator Machine Control System.  This new system marks the beginning of a fundamental shift in the excavating industry.  This system is designed to operate on any brand, size or age of excavator or backhoe.  It is ideal for digging perfect footers, basements, septic systems, storm [...]

The new Link-Belt 235 X3 Spin Ace Minimum Swing Radius Excavator is now available in North America in LC and Dozer models. This new model replaces the popular 225 Spin Ace minimum swing radius excavator. New features include an Interim Tier 4a Isuzu engine with 17.5% better fuel efficiency, a ROPS-certified cab with new interior [...]

Who said construction work can't come in a pretty shade of pink? Beginning Oct. 1 and continuing for a full year, Beard Equipment  Co. will rent a special John Deere earth mover to customers, with all rental revenue going to USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital and the USA Mitchell Cancer Institute. “While launching our wellness [...]