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CASE understands that the scrap recycling market is demanding and requires special tools to protect your equipment from damage.  That's why they developed a custom guard package to keep your skid steer running strong, just like you.  Stop by their booth this week at the ISRI (Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries) show in Orlando, Florida [...]

The new E-Series line of skid steer loaders and compact track loaders (CTLs) from John Deere feature enhancements and improvements that were developed after extensive input from customers. The new line includes five skid steer models and four new compact track loaders, each with Interim Tier Four or Final Tier Four engines and several improvements designed [...]

Case Construction Equipment announced its industry-leading line of skid steer loaders that meet the federal Tier 4 Final emission standard with upgrades to four products in its Alpha Series line. Leading the way are the popular Case SR175 and SV185 medium-frame skid steers which meet the mandate with new engine technology and a diesel oxidation [...]

News in the Construction Equipment Industry Need a quick update on what happened last week in the construction industry? Every Monday we will provide a brief overview of some of the top stories for your consumption.   It’s not too late to register for the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) Management Conference and Annual [...]

Bobcat Company has introduced the 500 frame-size skid-steer and compact track loaders, replacing the current K-Series models, S150, S160, S175, S185, S205, T180 and T190. New machines include the S510, S530, S550, S570 and S590 skid-steer loaders, and the T550 and T590 compact track loaders. These seven new medium-size machines make up the most popular [...]

Takeuchi-US, a global leader in innovative compact construction and earthmoving equipment, has expanded their product offering in North America with a new line of skid steer loaders.  These versatile skid steer loaders range in operating weight from 6,500 lbs. to 8,600 lbs., and rated operating capacity ranges from 1,500 lbs. to 3,000 lbs. Powerful, compact, [...]

Bobcat Company has introduced the 500 frame-size skid-steer and compact track loaders. The seven new medium-size machines make up the most popular size class in the Bobcat,® loader family and provide operators with extensive feature upgrades, including increased visibility, a more comfortable cab and easier serviceability to maximize jobsite efficiency. All seven models began limited [...]

While traveling on I-81 in Virginia, Rock & Dirt's Sales Manager took this photo of Chippers and Chip Trucks. We can only assume that these trucks are traveling Northeast to help the affected parts of the country clean up after Hurricane Sandy. Some of the equipment needed for the clean up efforts may also include bucket [...]

In this video, you'll go behind-the-scenes on the latest Bobcat commercial to get a few tree planting tips, watch an auger challenge, and even enjoy a blooper at the end. To see the products featured in this video, visit us at http://www.bobcat.com/.

A well-maintained skid-steer loader can be one of the most dependable, versatile and highly productive machines in a beef operation. You can significantly extend the life of your machine by following the manufacturer’s routine maintenance recommendations. Good daily maintenance can be further strengthened with a commitment to getting current on the kits that can enhance [...]

News in the Construction Equipment Industry Need a quick update on what happened last week in the construction industry? Every week we will provide a brief overview of some of the top stories for your consumption.   New safety precautions will be in effect as of September 15, 2012, in an effort to reduce the [...]

  EZ SPOT UR Attachments’ rotating forks tool head attaches to virtually any machine with the universal quick ’tach, turning a skid steer or track loader into a rotating fork lift. When attached to a double cylinder rotating base from EZ SPOT UR, the forks tool head will rotate 127 degrees to the operator’s left. [...]