[VIDEO] Intuitive Technologies on Cat D6 Dozers Enhance Operator Performance

From the powertrain to their multiple grade control offerings, the new D6 and D6 XE dozers offer intuitive, efficient technology to help maximize operator productivity and performance.

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Caterpillar Debuts D6 High Drive Electric Drive Dozer

[VIDEO] New Cat D6 Models Deliver Power and Efficiency for Rough to Fine Grading

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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.

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.

A bulldozer equipped with autonomy.

Polymath Automates Bulldozers, Diverse Equipment Classes

Contractors can choose from multiple OEM and aftermarket machine control options for popular equipment types, but Polymath has a configurable tech for other equipment and now a standard bulldozer product.

Steer Assist 3D comes as part of the factory-installed Grade with 3D package.

Easier Operation Starts With Automated Dozer Steering

There’s a simple way for operators of various skill levels to push light and heavy loads more effectively. Get the scoop on Steer Assist.

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.

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.

New fire dozer packages for the Cat D5 were developed based on conversations with agencies like the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, the Georgia Forestry Commission and CAL FIRE.

Winch Optimization on New Fire Dozer Packages

Feedback from agencies helped inform the engineering of new fire dozer packages for the Caterpillar D5 and its predecessor, the D6N.

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®.

While you can’t predict when a heavy equipment-related accident will occur, should be aware of particular actions that are most likely to cause an accident.

Top 5 Dangers of Working With Heavy Equipment

The construction industry accounts for a large number of yearly work-related fatalities. There are ways to prevent this by following protocol and knowing the heavy equipment you are working with.

The 1050K has a 13.5-liter engine producing 350-hp and weighs 95,400 pounds.

Pushing Power: Big Dozer Trends of 2023

Compact equipment is popular, but sometimes, you need a larger machine.

The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast Season 7 Episode 4: Dozers: Going Back to the A-B-Cs

In this episode of The Contractor’s Best Friend, construction expert Brad Humphrey sits down with Sam Meeker, Caterpillar’s dozer and track loader specialist, to talk about what contractors should consider when buying or leasing heavy equipment.

The new D10 is powered by the Cat C27 engine, which offers aftertreatment solutions to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V as well as Tier 2 equivalent emissions standards for meeting the needs of the global market.

Caterpillar Unveils Redesigned D10 Dozer

The new D10 is powered by the Cat C27 engine, which offers aftertreatment solutions to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V as well as Tier 2 equivalent emissions standards for meeting the needs of the global market.

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.

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.

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John Deere New P-tier Construction Machines at CONEXPO

At the event, John Deere unveiled new models in the small dozer, large scraper, compact track loader, skid steer loader and cold planing attachment line-ups.

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John Deere P-Tier Dozers Great for Beginner Operators

Increased creature comforts and easy-to-use controls round out the John Deere P-Tier dozer lineup.

In the market for a dozer? Here’s how to make a selection that best fits your application and your budget.

Top Tips for Choosing the Right Dozer

In the market for a dozer? Here’s how to make a selection that best fits your application and your budget.

John Deere will highlight three E-Power (battery-electric) machines, including the 310 X-Tier backhoe, the 244 X-Tier compact wheel loader and the 145 X-Tier excavator concept.

John Deere E-drive and E-power Machines at CONEXPO 2023

John Deere will highlight three E-Power (battery-electric) machines, including the 310 X-Tier backhoe, the 244 X-Tier compact wheel loader and the 145 X-Tier excavator concept.

At this year’s CONEXPO-CON/AGG show, John Deere is showcasing its latest technology offerings including vision and object detection solutions, SmartWeigh, standard EZ Grade on P-Tier small dozers and a variety of grade management and automation solutions.

John Deere to Display Construction Technology at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023

At this year’s CONEXPO-CON/AGG show, John Deere is showcasing its latest technology offerings including vision and object detection solutions, SmartWeigh, standard EZ Grade on P-Tier small dozers and a variety of grade management and automation solutions.

Take care of your dozer’s undercarriage, and it’ll take care of you. And don’t overlook the effect operating techniques can have on dozer maintenance, either.

Top 3 Dozer Maintenance Tips (Plus A Bonus)

Take care of your dozer’s undercarriage, and it’ll take care of you. And don’t overlook the effect operating techniques can have on dozer maintenance, either.

The company will highlight technology supporting heavy machinery operations, including intelligent excavators and dozers, on construction sites.

Komatsu to Display Construction Equipment Tech at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023

The company will highlight technology supporting heavy machinery operations, including intelligent excavators and dozers, on construction sites.

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Ritchie Bros. Reveals Biggest Ticket Items Sold in 2022

The construction heavy equipment auction house has released a list of the biggest price tags from last year.

Cat operator assist features are available on D1-D3 dozers. Dealer Command for dozing installation kits are now also available and machines in the field can be retrofitted with the technology.

Cat D1-D3 Dozers Equipped with Operator Assist

Cat operator assist features are available on D1-D3 dozers. Dealer Command for dozing installation kits are now also available and machines in the field can be retrofitted with the technology.

How Case Brought the Minotaur DL550 to Market

Digging Deeper welcomes in Jeff Jacobsmeyer of Case Construction Equipment to discuss their long-awaited Minotaur DL550—a machine that is half dozer, half CTL.

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.

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.