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The Practical Wearable Construction Technology Contractors Need to Learn About Right Now

Some construction wearable technologies can make construction software available hands-free but most extend dedicated software products for safety and productivity.

Dennis Howard, vice president of RDO Equipment.

Dennis in the Dirt with Hammett Excavation: Technology Solves Labor Challenges

Dennis Howard of RDO Equipment shares his experience with Hammett Excavation's use of technology to help overcome labor shortages.

SKF Lincoln’s new Automatic Electric Cartridge Pump (AECP)

SKF Lincoln’s new Automatic Electric Cartridge Pump (AECP)

The AECP utilizes standard grease tubes, just like a grease gun and ﬁts into tight spaces thanks to its small footprint and ﬂexible mounting options.

By using Epiroc's VC double drum model, which doesn't have to move side by side, operators can dig different trenches, including those with flat bottoms.

Equipment for Underground Utility Construction

Numerous equipment and technology offerings are enhancing underground utility construction employees’ productivity and safety long term.

All three new models feature low-emission engines that are Tier 4 Final compliant.

3 Latest Hyundai Compact Excavators Available Now

All three new models received their first public showing earlier this year at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. The Hyundai HX35AZ, HX40A, and HX48AZ excavators are featured in the company’s exhibit (Booth K341) at The Utility Expo.

Powered by a 40-hp Tier 4 diesel engine, the E40 features a lift capacity of 3,939 lbs. and is compatible with a range of attachments for versatility on the jobsite.

Bobcat Releases E40 Compact Excavator

Powered by a 40-hp Tier 4 diesel engine, the E40 features a lift capacity of 3,939 lbs. and is compatible with a range of attachments for versatility on the jobsite.

Yanmar's TL100VS' steel-embedded undercarriage offers maximum durability while its standard torsion axle suspension provides a smooth ride for operator comfort and material retention.

Yanmar to Display New Products at Equip Expo 2023

Yanmar Compact Equipment and ASV brands prepare to showcase new products at the Equip Exposition Oct. 18-20.

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The Winners: Contractors’ Top 50 New Products

Many 2023, winning equipment and products were launched or featured during construction events.

With the ability to travel up to 25 mph, the new E Series wheeled excavators give contractors the ability to self-deploy from jobsite to jobsite, while minimizing the time and expense involved with transporting by trailer.

CASE to Unveil Wheeled Excavators, New EV Machines at Utility Expo

CASE Construction Equipment plans to display its newest wheeled excavators, its E Series, designed to be able to travel from jobsite to jobsite easily, at the Utility Expo.

Buy From Aerial Lift Vendors You Trust

Buy From Aerial Lift Vendors You Trust

eBay makes buying aerial equipment an easy lift. Reach new heights in your business by purchasing from these trusted providers.

DEVELON has introduced all-new six-metric-ton mini excavators, the DX62R-7 and DX63-7, for use in the United States and Canada.

DEVELON Rolls Out DX62R-7 and DX63-7 Mini Excavators

The two DEVELON excavators replace the previous iterations and join the line of next-generation -7 Series mini excavators.

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Is There a Lien on That Used Equipment You Are Buying?

Buying used equipment from the original owner makes everything easier, as the paper trail gets more challenging to complete with each previous owner.

Able to be towed with a conventional pickup truck -- without any need for a CDL -- compact excavators like the CASE CX26C are an easy addition to a majority of companies' fleets.

Compact Excavators for Tight, Urban Construction Sites

By using these machines, operators can enhance their productivity as sites’ sizes continue to decrease.

Powered by a 44.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the electric excavator offers four hours of continuous operation or eight hours of intermittent use.

Bobcat E32e Electric Excavator

Powered by a 44.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the electric excavator offers four hours of continuous operation or eight hours of intermittent use.

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10 Tips For Boosting Compact Excavator Uptime

With proper maintenance, you can protect your uptime and rely on your compact excavator to do the heavy lifting day in and day out.

The defective concrete typically develops hairline cracks 15 to 20 years after being poured, then rapidly expands over the next several years.

How a Mini Excavator & CTL Made Easy Work of the Repair of a Home's Crumbling Concrete Foundation

After discovering defective concrete, the story of how one concrete contractor got to work by the demo and replacement of a deteriorating foundation caused by defective concrete.

The 216MRail is equipped with new features, such as dual drive, along with a power-to-weight ratio that offers the performance of a large railway maintenance machine.

Mecalac Unveils Next-gen 216MRail Railroad Excavator

The 216MRail is based on Mecalac’s MWR wheeled excavator series and can be operated as a wheeled excavator off the rails.

As many manufacturers have proven, it’s not difficult to come up with an electric model. Virtually all the large and midsize heavy equipment brands have at least one. The real challenge is optimizing performance, especially in heavy duty applications.

Mastering Electric Power: Demolition Manufacturers Draw from Decades of Experience Engineering Electric Models

As many manufacturers have proven, it’s not difficult to come up with an electric model. Virtually all the large and midsize heavy equipment brands have at least one. The real challenge is optimizing performance, especially in heavy duty applications.

Powered by a 4TNV86CT-PLY EPA Tier 4 Final Yanmar engine, the compact excavator is designed for construction projects in urban or commercial environments, public locations and tight spaces.

LiuGong 9051FZTS Compact Excavator

Powered by a 4TNV86CT-PLY EPA Tier 4 Final Yanmar engine, the compact excavator is designed for construction projects in urban or commercial environments, public locations and tight spaces.

Part of the next-generation -7 Series mini excavator lineup, the DX42-7 offers fast cycle times, torque-limiting piston pumps that respond to load demands and a large counterweight for balance and durability.

DEVELON Launches DX42-7 Mini Excavator

Part of the next-generation -7 Series mini excavator lineup, the DX42-7 offers fast cycle times, torque-limiting piston pumps that respond to load demands and a large counterweight for balance and durability.

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Equipment Today Editor Drives New Mecalac MCL2

The MCL series includes two small machines with 25-horsepower engines and two larger machines with 49-horsepower engines.

8 Simple Steps to Rightsize Equipment for Industrial Plant Construction

8 Simple Steps to Rightsize Equipment for Industrial Plant Construction

Want to ensure your industrial construction project has the right equipment for the job? With Sunbelt Rentals, you won’t have to contact multiple companies to rightsize all the equipment you need. Follow these steps to get your project started smoothly.

JCB North America increased its lineup with two new offerings last year: the 50Z-1 Compact Excavator and the 245XR.

Pardon Our Reach: The Future of Excavation Is Here

Four excavator manufacturers are preparing for tomorrow—today—by releasing several new models.

The MWR Series of wheeled excavators enables maneuverability in tight working areas, offering the flexibility and versatility of a skid steer or compact track loader in one machine.

Mecalac Launches MWR Compact Wheel Excavators in North America

The MWR Series of wheeled excavators enables maneuverability in tight working areas, offering the flexibility and versatility of a skid steer or compact track loader in one machine.

Assist features make a lot of sense if you’re trying to bring new or less experienced operators up to speed quickly on the job

Today’s Equipment is Happy to Assist You (And Your Bottom Line)

Driver-assist features like adaptive cruise control make car travel safer and easier. Find out how operator-assist tools can do the same for heavy equipment.

Powered by Yanmar diesel engines, these compact machines feature either a short-tail swing radius (U) or ultra-short-tail swing radius with swing boom (USB).

Hitachi Upgrades ZAXIS-5N Compact Excavators

Powered by Yanmar diesel engines, these compact machines feature either a short-tail swing radius (U) or ultra-short-tail swing radius with swing boom (USB).

An ultra-short-tail swing radius on the ZX75US-7 allows access to confined spaces while an ultra-short-tail swing radius with swing boom model ZX85USB-7 digs next to walls and guard rails.

Hitachi Introduces ZAXIS-7 Compact Excavators

An ultra-short-tail swing radius on the ZX75US-7 allows access to confined spaces while an ultra-short-tail swing radius with swing boom model ZX85USB-7 digs next to walls and guard rails.

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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.

Komatsu Talks Sustainability at CONEXPO

From new excavators to remanufacturing services, Komatsu tries to stay several steps ahead on sustainability initiatives.

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Bobcat Leaders Talk About Growth, New Equipment, Attracting New Workers to the Industry

Bobcat leaders Kelly Humble, senior product marketing manager and Nadine Erckenbrack, marketing manager for public relations, sat down with during CONEXPO-CON/AGG to talk about what’s new with the company.

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Trimble Introduces Siteworks Machine Guidance Module

Trimble introduced the Trimble Siteworks Machine Guidance Module, extending the capabilities of Trimble Siteworks Software from surveying and layout to support on-machine excavator guidance and operator assistance.

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It's Electric: How Diversifying Fleets Can Help Contractors Win Bids

The addition of electric machines to a fleet offers contractors the ability to perform indoor work and meet stricter environmental standards.

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Wacker Neuson Previews Zero Emission Mini Excavator at CONEXPO

Wacker Neuson previewed its new EZ17e battery-powered mini excavator at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023.