Equipment Today provides the commercial construction industry with information for equipment selection, application, maintenance, and asset management, as well as safety and regulation. It serves contractors in highway and heavy general building demolition, utility, and other construction segments.
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Equipment News
In The August 2007 Issue
Features
Don't Get Caught in Attachment Traps
Avoid common mistakes when pairing equipment and attachments.
Departments
Upcoming Shows
Roadbuilding equipment
Astec Demos "Green" Warm-mix Process
Size and Power Meeting the Middle
Mid-size compact excavators strike a balance between size and performance.
Reduce Downtime with Autolube Systems
Longer component life and reduced maintenance pay for your investment.
By Curt Bennink
Cut Costs for a Lifetime
Proper spec'ing and maintenance can slice away at vocational truck life-cycle costs.
By Curt Bennink
Beefed Up Pushing Power
New dirt movers offer more capabilities and performance.
Put Safety to Work
Running the Business
Editor's Perspective
Products
Equipment Introductions
Take a look at the latest equipment available. You'll find a solid sampling of both new machines and models that have been recently revamped by the manufacturers.
Compaction Equipment
Featured products include LeeBoy 420 Pneumatic Roller, Stone WolfPac 6100, Wacker Asphalt Rollers and more.
Roadbuilding equipment
Featured products include Terex CMI RS425C Reclaimer/Stabilizer, Volvo Wheeled Pavers, Cimline DuraMaxx Pothole Patcher and more.
Grade Control
Featured grade control products include Agatec MR360R Receiver, Topcon G3 Technology Upgrades, Forestry Suppliers Rotary Laser and more.
Compact Excavators
Find product information on the IHI 65NX Compact Excavator, Hitachi Zaxis 17U-2 Compact Excavator, New Holland Mid-size Excavators and more.
Excavator attachments
Featured products include Arrowhead Rockdrill S Breaker Range, PWCE Extendible Dipper, Leading Edge 2-way Bucket and more.
Oils & Lubricants
Featured oils and lubricants products include Shell Rotella ELC, Lincoln SSV-D Adjustable, Sage Oil Vac Mobile Lube System and more.
Equipment Gallery
Here is a roundup of products and services available to help you improve efficiency, productivity and safety on the jobsite.
Extra
Get Compaction Right at Night
Pay attention to precautions to achieve proper compaction once the sun sets.
The Ups and Downs of GPS
Wire up your GPS systems for optimal performance and minimal downtime.
By Curt Bennink
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