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Spec Sheet: Caterpillar 972M Wheel Loader

A look at key benefits of Caterpillar's new 972M Tier 4 Final wheel loader.

Caterpillar - Cat

April 9, 2014

972M

972M

Kahua Launches AI Assistant for Construction Project Management

Chryso Launches Eco Dust Suppressant Solutions for Construction and Industrial Sites

Earthmoving Equipment

DIG/X 2027

DIG/X is designed for construction professionals who want to operate, compare and experience equipment — not just see it on a show floor.

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Compact Track Loaders

Classic and Pro: Bobcat's New Loader Categories Help Contractors Command Performance

As the company reimagines its compact loader lineup, equipment owners and operators stare down the divide, zoning in on jobsite priorities, performance, AI technologies and long-term equipment strategies.

IRONMARKETS

Volvo CE, Hitachi Energy Partner to Accelerate Zero-Emission Construction Sites

Volvo Construction Equipment

The collaboration focuses on integrating electric machinery with power infrastructure and energy management to provide end-to-end decarbonization solutions for the construction industry.

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Labor & Workforce Development

Heavy Lifting Industry Faces Growing Skilled Labor Shortage

Demand for heavy lifting workers is expected to rise as the industry grows and companies work to replace retiring operators across construction, mining and energy projects.

Sarens Heavy Lifting Jobs

Equipment Monitoring & Logistics

Researchers Develop AI-Based Excavator Tracking System for Construction Sites

Incheon National University

A new study outlines a multi-camera monitoring method that uses AI to improve equipment visibility and reduce tracking errors caused by jobsite obstructions and machine congestion.

Excavator Tracking

Earthmoving Equipment

Building the Backbone of AI

In this webinar, Caterpillar experts break down the ins and outs of data center projects. Learn what makes them unique and how the right equipment and technology can help contractors reduce rework, keep tasks on track, and build with long-term scalability in mind.

Sponsors: Caterpillar - Cat

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Earthmoving Equipment

LAST CALL: Equipment Today's Contractors' Top 50 New Products Award Nominations

Do you have a favorite new product? Be sure to nominate your top picks for Equipment Today's annual product award by May 22, 2026, to make sure your submission is counted among this year's class of the commercial construction industry's best new products and enhancements.

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John Deere Adds Two New Wheel Loaders to X-Tier Lineup

John Deere Worldwide

The 844 and 904 X-Tier Wheel Loaders feature electric variable transmission technology, fuel-saving modes and advanced visibility systems for high-production material handling.

Deere X Tier

Sarens

Sarens

OTR Tire Selection Criteria According to Specific Mining Surfaces

Choosing the right OTR tire is crucial for safety and stability in challenging environments, particularly on hard or soft mining surfaces or in underground mining terrain. Here you will find a complete overview of the best tire tread patterns for different mining use cases.

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Kobelco Launches New Demolition Excavator With 130-Foot Reach

Kobelco Construction Machinery USA Inc.

Kobelco introduces the SK1300DLC-11, a high-reach demolition excavator with multiple front configurations, transport-friendly design and enhanced operator features.

Kobelco Demo Excavator

Earthmoving Equipment

Volvo CE’s Scott Young Appointed Chair of CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2029

Volvo Construction Equipment

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has named Scott Young, head of region North America for Volvo Construction Equipment, as the chair of the 2029 construction trade show.

Young assumed his current role as Volvo CE’s head of region North America in September 2023. His career includes more than 25 years of experience in the construction equipment industry, with previous positions at both Ingersoll Rand and Volvo CE.

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