[VIDEO] How Caterpillar's Fuel Time Remaining Feature Works

Cat's small wheel loaders' new feature called “Fuel Time Remaining” provides the operator with the remaining time left until the fuel tank is empty

September 16, 2016

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The Key to Faster Construction Payment: Better Communication

Most recent Levelset survey of contractors suggests the three biggest factors helping contractors get paid faster boil down to communication: expectations, status and timelines

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10 Hottest Construction Stories This Week: Cummins EPA 2021 X12 and X15 Engines Use Less Fuel

Most-read construction stories include Caterpillar and PAC-MAN rolling out a new game, a test of orange pavement markings in work zones, new Cat S42 rugged smartphone withstands submerged scrubbing and more

Just TAG It! Reduce Loss. Enhance Operations. Improve Efficiency.

Just TAG It! Reduce Loss. Enhance Operations. Improve Efficiency.

With CalAmp iOn™ Tag, easily track and ensure the right equipment is in the right vehicle, yard or storage area, enabling improved service, operational efficiency and cost savings on equipment that may otherwise be lost or misplaced.

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New Front-Mount Snowblower Attachment from Bobcat Company

The front-mount snowblower – available in 49-in. and 62-in. widths – is positioned in front of the machine, rather than behind on a three-point hitch.

Table 1. Volvo Construction Equipment, net sales by market area, in Millions of Swedish Krona (SEK).

Volvo Construction Equipment Sees Jump in Activity and Q3 Performance

Improved customer sentiment saw order intake up 40% and deliveries of machines up 20% in Q3, with adjusted sales up 6%.

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Volvo ECR25 Electric Excavator

This compact excavator has zero exhaust emissions, and compared with its conventional counterparts, has significantly lower noise levels, reduced energy costs, improved efficiency and fewer maintenance requirements.

The the grader attachment has a blade that moves six or eight different ways to grade any surface. The bolster oscillates to minimize the effect of uneven ground, delivering consistent grading performance in a variety of environments.

Skid Steers and CTLs Prove Cost-effective Finish Grade Alternatives

Equipped with a box blade, grading attachment or six-way dozing blade and grade control solution, the CTL or skid steer doesn’t stop until grade is achieved.

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TVH Now Sells Parts for Light Construction Equipment

TVH’s new replacement parts range for light construction equipment focuses on three types of machines: mini excavators, skid steer loaders, and compact track loaders.

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Kubota Previews New 2021 Construction Equipment with Dealers

The new 2021 models were highlighted at the Kubota Connect 2020 virtual dealer meeting

CASE Announces “Call for Entries” for the 2021 Dire States Equipment Grant

Grant provides $25,000 in free equipment use/rental to a winning community to repair and/or build local infrastructure or other critical systems.

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Friday Flashback: 5 Articles to Help You Spec, Match and Maintain Equipment

Check out the week's top trending construction equipment-related articles from the archives of ForConstructionPros.com.

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Doosan Bobcat Named 2020 Impact Award Winner for Innovative Digital Solution

Global compact equipment leader awarded Best New Initiative Award for its first-in-the-industry digital solution.

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Today’s Compact Excavators Pack in Power and Versatility Once Only Available on Larger Machines

Compact excavators are usually the first pieces of equipment on a typical construction jobsite and usually the last ones to leave.

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TB370 Compact Hydraulic Excavator

Takeuchi's TB370 compact hydraulic excavator is the first in Takeuchi's 300 series compact excavator line.

AMG saved at least $50,000 in labor in equipment costs by using robotic demolition rather than a more traditional approach with mini-excavators and hammers.

Demolition Doctors: Remote-Controlled Equipment Enables Surgical San Diego Demolition

Urban contractors realize that today’s urban demolition requires a surgical precision traditional methods and equipment can’t provide.

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TB257FR Compact Hydraulic Excavator

Takeuchi's TB257FR compact hydraulic excavator features a patented side-to-side offset boom combined with a tight tail swing enabling it to rotate fully with very little overhang.

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LiuGong Brings 909ECR Mid-sized Excavator to North American Market

Limited tailswing midi-excavator with wide undercarriage is a multi-function tool carrier with greater lift capacity and stability.

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Friday Flashback: 5 Articles to Help You Select and Protect Your Construction Fleet

Check out the week's top trending equipment-related articles from the archives of ForConstructionPros.com.

Eligible contractors in the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec) who schedule and complete a demo or walk-around of an ASV machine at an ASV dealer will be entered into the Win an ASV MAX-Series Lease Sweepstakes.

ASV Introduces Sweepstakes to Win One-Year MAX-Series Lease

Eligible contractors in the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec) who schedule and complete a demo or walk-around of an ASV machine at an ASV dealer will be entered into the "Win an ASV MAX-Series Lease Sweepstakes."

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Friday Flashback: Top 5 Construction Equipment Articles From the Archives

Check out the week's top trending equipment-related articles from the archives of ForConstructionPros.com.

Creep Speed enables the operator to set machine speed at a consistent/slow “creep” while independently setting attachment speed via the throttle. This allows for optimal use of hydraulic attachments such as cold planers.

CASE Skid Steer Helps Asphalt Paving Contractor See Operator Performance Creep Up

Ford Asphalt Company expanded both its fleet and its performance with a next-generation Case skid steer.

ASV Holdings Inc., a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, introduces the MAX-Series loaders.

ASV Introduces MAX-Series Loaders

The machines are named for providing maximum comfort, control, performance, speed and productivity to provide maximum ROI.

ASV gives operators a premium operator experience with the introduction of the MAX-Series loaders. The line includes the pictured VT-70 High-Output, as well as the RT-65, RT-75, and RT-75 Heavy-Duty Posi-Track loaders.

ASV Introduces MAX-Series Loaders with Premium Operator Experience

The loaders include the new next generation cab featuring 360-degree visibility, a more spacious operator area, a fully adjustable seat, a new state-of-the-art touchscreen display, and more.

Linda Salem, president & CEO of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc., and John Quinley, president of Land Pride.

Great Plains and Kubota Finalize Plans to Expand Kubota Equipment Assembly Operations

Expansion will add capacity to construction equipment supply chain in response to growing North American demand for Kubota equipment.

Like crawler excavators, wheeled excavators support a large number of attachments, making them a versatile addition to any fleet.

Compact Wheeled Excavators Excel in Crowded Cities

These machines thrive in applications where rubber tracked excavators and backhoes face limitations.

It is important to pick the undercarriage that best suits your daily needs.

Best Practices to Ensure Maximum Undercarriage Life

These best practices can help you get maximum life out of your compact track loader undercarriage.

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5 Steps To Cost-Effectively Manage Multiple Construction Projects

Plus five critical inefficiencies commonly found in the construction industry.