[PODCAST] Electrification of Compact Construction Equipment Continues to Gain Momentum

The trend toward electrification of compact construction equipment will impact the future construction jobsite.

March 9, 2020

Listen to this Digging Deeper podcast as Wally Stegall, Technical Fellow & Director with The Morey Corporation, explains the trend toward electrification of compact construction equipment and the impacts on future jobsites.

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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.

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®.

The column system features integrated accessories that reduce material onsite and increase safety during assembly.

PERI Formwork Systems Introduces Alpha Column Formwork System

The column system features integrated accessories that reduce material onsite and increase safety during assembly.

The use of abrasion resistant steel in manufacturing of conveyor pulleys supports durability in demanding environments and handling bulk materials.

Superior Industries Upgrades Chevron Pulley

The use of abrasion resistant steel in manufacturing of conveyor pulleys supports durability in demanding environments and handling bulk materials.

Asv Sd Series Forestry Mulcher Attachment

ASV SD Series Forestry Mulchers

These mulchers are designed to be durable, easy to attach and loaded with relentless carbide teeth.

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Bobcat Drum Mulcher

Bobcat has introduced a drum mulcher attachment for select excavators.

Case Mulcher

CASE Mulcher

Get through your daily grind, efficiently and easily, with CASE mulchers.

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®.

A change for the new L30 and L35 is the addition of an eight-pin harness on the boom, which can be activated by a button on the joystick.

Volvo CE Updates L30 and L35 Compact Wheel Loaders

A change for the new L30 and L35 is the addition of an 8-pin harness on the boom, which can be activated by a button on the joystick.

Reputable sellers, UCC searches, and ensuring all paperwork is accounted for are all good practices to follow.

Buying Used Concrete Equipment? Beware of Hidden Liens

There's an uncommon-but-real issue that could crop up when buying any type of used equipment, and that’s buying equipment that unknowingly has a lien on it.

Offering 10- to 12-ton capacity, models with electric or air brakes are available based on operating preferences.

Eager Beaver Offers Four Equipment Trailers

Offering 10- to 12-ton capacity, models with electric or air brakes are available based on operating preferences.

Shortly after its origin, the Cary-Lift product line was acquired by Pettibone, and it remains a popular solution for pipe, pole, and log handling to this day.

Pettibone Celebrates 75th Anniversary of Cary-Lift

Pettibone announced that it is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the creation of the Cary-Lift.

The Mix-N-Go mixer features a polyethylene drum designed for removal of dried concrete.

Multiquip Releases Battery-powered Mix-N-Go Concrete Mixer

The Mix-N-Go mixer features a polyethylene drum designed for removal of dried concrete.

Top 3 Tips for Purchasing a Diesel Diagnostic Tool

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.

The NM 500-25 and NM 1000-25 are designed for small-scale applications with a lower need for nitrogen, while the NM 2000-25 and NM 3000-25 meet the demands of large, intensive projects.

Atlas Copco Offers Portable Nitrogen Membrane Generators

The NM 500-25 and NM 1000-25 are designed for small-scale applications with a lower need for nitrogen, while the NM 2000-25 and NM 3000-25 meet the demands of large, intensive projects.

This sealer was over applied. It should have been applied 1 to 2 mils thick, but was likely 20 to 30 mils thick.

'Thin to Win' With Decorative Concrete Sealers

Thin applications are the simple answer to many acrylic sealer problems contractors face on decorative concrete projects like stamped and stained concrete.

Abrasives where abrasive material is sprayed onto a nylon pad are used for maintenance and light restoration.

Abrasives 101

Learn how to choose the correct abrasives for grinding and polishing concrete.

Unicontrol and Level Best, united in their commitment to driving innovation and efficiency in the construction industry, aim to push the boundaries of construction technology, setting new benchmarks for excellence as the industry becomes increasingly receptive to these advancements.

Unicontrol to Integrate 3D Tech With Level Best Equipment

By integrating Unicontrol's 3D machine control system with Level Best's precision grading equipment, this partnership aims to raise standards in machinery efficiency and usability.

The electric-powered excavator can be charged rapidly using the PowerTree.

DEUTZ Highlights Eco-friendly Parts, Software

The company will showcase the TCD 3.9 engine in the sub-4 liter category along with an electric excavator, powered by DEUTZ Electric System, and the DEUTZ PowerTree mobile rapid charging system at INTERMAT.

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CNH Names CEO

Gerrit Marx will succeed Scott Wine as of July 1.

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The Top 25 Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction Products 2024

After a few years hiatus, the Top 25 Pavement Maintenance Products is back and will be better than ever!

The GCV08 features a two-stage HEPA filtration system that captures 99.97% of particulates 0.3 microns and larger.

Makita Unveils 40V MAX XGT Battery-powered Backpack Vacuum

The GCV08 features a two-stage HEPA filtration system that captures 99.97% of particulates 0.3 microns and larger.

Changing Colors: Yanmar Turns to Red

As part of the company's shift in market approach, execs explain the strategy behind the brand's 2020 departure from conventional yellow machine livery to today's Premium Red.

The RTH 10.37 has a lifting height of 120 ft., 5 in. and a maximum lift capacity of 22,700 lbs. for handling heavy loads.

Magni Introduces RTH 10.37 Rotating Telehandler

The RTH 10.37 has a lifting height of 120 ft., 5 in. and a maximum lift capacity of 22,700 lbs. for handling heavy loads.

Both models have a three-step dimming switch, enabling the operator to control the desired level of brightness, extend battery run time and reduce light pollution.

Multiquip Offers Battery-powered GloBug Lighting Solutions

Both models have a three-step dimming switch, enabling the operator to control the desired level of brightness, extend battery run time and reduce light pollution.

Built to Dig. Built to Last. Peace of Mind Included.

Built to Dig. Built to Last. Peace of Mind Included.

SANY swing boom excavators are compact equipment champs. Powerful and easy to transport. Conquering confined spaces on jobsites across America.