[VIDEO] Cat Cab Options Bring Choice of Joystick or Traditional Motor Grader Controls

Caterpillar will offer two cab options for its new 120 and 140 motor graders, each optimized to either joystick or lever-mounted controls

December 17, 2018

Caterpillar will offer two cab options for its new 120 and 140 motor graders, each optimized to either joystick or lever-mounted controls. The new cabs include design changes both large and small to improve operator comfort, ease of operation and visibility around the machine.

Caterpillar 140 Motor Grader Combines High-tech Features with Conventional Controls

Cat 120 Grader Offers Steering Wheel and Levers Again

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Nominations Now Open for the Equipment Today Contractors’ Top 50 New Products

The 2024 award will highlight the best new product introductions and enhancements in the construction industry. Submissions close May 24.

Jobs that can rack up 10,000 hours on a diesel machine might add 6,000 hours or 7,000 hours to a comparable electric machine.

Challenges & Benefits of Moving to Electric Equipment

As emission regulations tighten, construction equipment power sources will evolve, but adoption will be gradual.

Inspired by You, Designed for the Job | JLG®

Inspired by You, Designed for the Job | JLG®

Every job is a new way to leave your mark on tomorrow. Don’t settle for anything less than a partner who shares your drive to do your best work.

Thomas Karczmarczyk and Lori Ditoro discuss equipment technology.

Owner of KZ Construction Inc. Talks Tech During The Utility Expo

Karczmarczyk says you either start using technology now or you will be behind your competitors.

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Profit by Choice: Making Money with Machine Selection

July 27, 2023

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to match machines to various needs, including light-duty, performance and high-production applications.

Not only is proper grading on construction jobsites crucial to a project's long-term success, but improper grading can have significant ramifications on a job’s timelines and costs.

How to Properly Grade, Maintain Equipment

Not only is proper grading on construction jobsites crucial to a job’s long-term success, but improper grading can have significant ramifications on a job’s timelines and costs.

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SMG200AWD

Designed to be highly functional, easy to operate, and easy to maintain. The SMG200AWD grader is intuitive to operate—even for new operators.

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Cat Smart Grader Blade and Smart Dozer Blade Grade Control Kit

The new external control kit for GB120 and GB124 smart grader blades expands use of these blades to Cat D and D2 series SSL and CTL machines, enabling customers with previous model fleets to run smart blades.

Stand the Test of Time | JLG®

Stand the Test of Time | JLG®

Your work is meant to weather through some of the toughest conditions. Your equipment should do the same. That's why the best contractors trust JLG®.

Now available on dozer and motor grader simulators, Trimble Earthworks software works in parallel with CM Labs’ patented software and runs on a tablet that connects to the simulator.

CM Labs Adds Trimble GPS to Work Vehicle Simulators

Now available on dozer and motor grader simulators, Trimble Earthworks software works in parallel with CM Labs’ patented software and runs on a tablet that connects to the simulator.

Designed for grader and loader applications, the VSWAS 23.5R25 can be used in deep snow with a tread pattern that reduces stone holdings without the need for studs or chains.

Bridgestone Unveils New VSWAS 23.5R25 Tire

Designed for grader and loader applications, the VSWAS 23.5R25 can be used in deep snow with a tread pattern that reduces stone holdings without the need for studs or chains.

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John Deere Scraper Earthmoving Productivity System Enhances Measurement Accuracy

System helps determine the volume of material that is being loaded into a scraper and transfers critical data back to a jobsite supervisor in real time.

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John Deere Scraper Earthmoving Productivity System

Determine material volume being loaded into a scraper and transfers critical data back to a jobsite supervisor in real time.

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Caterpillar 651 Wheel Tractor Scraper

New models offers a 44-cu.-yd. heaped capacity and 52-ton rated load.

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Top 3 Tips for Purchasing a Diesel Diagnostic Tool

A quality diagnostic tool is key for a smooth repair process. With the right tool, technicians have support in making comprehensive repair decisions.

MacMor Construction was one of the first contractors to take delivery of a Case factory fit dozer earlier this year. The goal with adding machine control was to be more competitive with production on jobs.

Machine Control Streamlines Earthmoving Operations

Sharpen your competitive edge by utilizing machine control to increase productivity, slash operating costs, reduce labor and eliminate staking.

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CASE LIVE Virtual Event Focuses on Machine Control for Dozers and Motor Graders

Interactive webcast will focus on precision construction solutions for dozers and motor graders, technologies available and the ways machine control can improve your business.

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Multi-Tasker, Money-Maker: Get a Bigger Payoff from Your Next Motor Grader

September 9, 2021

Caterpillar experts talk you through your options: which jobs make the most sense for motor graders, what factors to consider as you make your selection, and how different technologies and attachments can help get more out of your grader

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K-Tec and Soil Connect Partner to Promote Efficient Earthmoving

Companies will work together to educate the earthmoving industry through multiple cross-promotional channels about new technologies and best practices.

Auto-Pass and Auto-Shift PLUS technologies work together to reduce operator fatigue. Auto-Pass automates machine movements while the Auto-Shift PLUS transmission upgrade allows the machine to completely stop and start without the use of an inching pedal.

John Deere Adds Automation Features to GP Motor Graders

Auto-Pass and Auto-Shift PLUS reduce operator fatigue and increase productivity.

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Caterpillar Smart Grader Attachment Operates Blade from Skid Steer Joysticks

New Cat Smart Attachment controller links to the skid-steer's controller and offers Slope Assist to automatically maintain blade angle like full-size graders

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Caterpillar 657 Wheel Tractor-Scraper

New model has a rated load of 52 tons and boasts a 7% increase in fuel efficiency over the 657G WTS.

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John Deere Adds Technology Capabilities to GP-Series Motor Graders

Additions provide new automation features including Machine Damage Avoidance and Blade Stow and Auto-Gain for Cross Slope.

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K-Tec Earthmoving Support Tractor (EST)

Unit consists of a Case IH wheel tractor with a K-Tec Ox Block and a Tricerabox

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[VIDEO] Caterpillar's Plan for Mastless GPS, Steering Wheels on 14-ft. Graders

Fred Istas, vice president of Caterpillar earthmoving, talks about mastless GPS and the return of steering wheels on Cat 140 graders, and a new family of D5, D6 and D7 dozers.

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Cat 140 GC Motor Grader

Cat incorporates the 140 GC Motor Grader with premium features.

Fact or fiction? Debunking 3 myths about pump-free fluid exchanges.

Fact or fiction? Debunking 3 myths about pump-free fluid exchanges.

Pump-free fluid exchange systems are cleaner, safer, faster and sometimes misunderstood. Bust three pump-free myths with Sage Oil Vac.