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Five Tips to Prep Your Wheel Loader for Winter

Following these tips can help keep your machine running strong all winter

November 7, 2018

Make sure snow pusher attachments interfacing with a bucket are properly secured prior to use.

Less Articulation Means More Loader Performance from John Deere's New Compact Wheel Loader

John Deere’s 344L wheel loader with Articulation Plus owes its tighter turning radius and full-turn tip load of 12,650 pounds to a remarkably simple all-wheel-steer system unique to compact loaders.

October 24, 2018

Potential Cover

Count the Cost with Value-brand New vs. Auctioned Equipment

When purchasing auctioned equipment, consider the total cost of ownership. A new value-brand machine may save money over the long haul.

October 8, 2018

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Stage Set for Hybrid Construction Equipment to Go Mainstream

The increased performance and fuel savings supplied by hybrid earthmovers can offset the increased purchase price.

June 14, 2018

Electric wheel motors greatly simply bucket loading for the operator compared to a torque converter machine, making it easier for novice operators. In addition, the electric motors make traction control possible, which prevents wheel spin and thus saves considerable cost.

Construction Technology

Above-ground Operator Controls Wheel Loader in Underground Mine

During a test project, a remotely-controlled Volvo wheel loader worked 1,300+ ft. underground while the operator sat in an office on the surface

May 30, 2018

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Dig into Wheel Loader Bucket Selection

A general-purpose bucket is not always the most profitable choice for your earthmover.

May 15, 2018

Volvo redesigned its rehandling buckets in 2016 to deliver an increase in fuel efficiency due to the faster fill rate and reduced spillage.

Earthmoving Equipment

How Today's Improved Visibility Designs Boost Earthmover Productivity and Safety

Technology, cab and machine design continue to advance operators' view to cutting edges and awareness of nearby objects to get more work done with less risk

April 17, 2018

The Case G series wheel loader features a redesigned front windscreen – the traditional three-pane front windscreen being replaced with a single large curved windscreen. This new windscreen improves the continuity of the operators’ visual field and reduces potential blind spots during operation.

Earthmoving Equipment

Heavy Equipment Takes Center Stage on Music School Project

Crawler excavators and wheel loaders help build destination for music lovers

March 21, 2018

In a matter of three months, Shepco's crew has moved more than 165,000 cu. yds. of material, despite less than favorable conditions.

How Technology Is Simplifying Wheel Loader Operation

Technology can reduce the operator’s workload, making them more efficient and productive.

November 10, 2017

Fleet Maintenance

Aim for Maximum Haul Truck Loads with Payload Management

Payload management systems can help construction companies optimize haul truck efficiency and productivity.

October 11, 2017

With Volvo Load Assist for L110H to L260H Volvo wheel loaders available through the optional Volvo Co-Pilot, operations can use telematics programs such as CareTrack or upload data to the cloud to monitor your total production and fuel consumption remotely,

Earthmoving Equipment

The Benefits of Value-priced Earthmovers

Increased availability of basic, value-priced earthmoving equipment gives construction contractors added choices at a lower price point.

May 15, 2017

Value-priced models are popular as support equipment for moving materials and supplies, as well as for applications involving corrosive or abusive environments.

Value-priced Loaders Help MCL Contracting Shave Time and Costs on Concrete Projects

Two SDLG wheel loaders are enabling the rebar installation contractor to reduce labor costs, enhance safety and attract new talent.

May 1, 2017

The loaders are fitted with 12-ft. forks to move 40-ft. bundles of rebar, with many of the loads weighing up to 6 tons.

Earthmoving Equipment

JCB Announces Major Investments as Sales Surge 48%

At CONEXPO-CON/AGG, JCB announced a series of major investments and expansions to take advantage of global market growth as the company reported a 48% increase in revenue for 2010.

April 7, 2017

The production line at the new JCB India plant in Ballabgarh.

Contractor Finds the Right Machines to Make Utility Connections

Barber Utilities selects equipment that can do the job and instill operator confidence on challenging utility projects.

March 30, 2017

Barber Utilities’ Volvo EC160C gets stuck into the Coventry Expansion project.

Wheel Loaders Carry a New Level of Control

Electronics have paved the way for many features such as selectable work modes, return-to-dig, return-to-travel, ride control – all of which can be set inside the cab.

December 13, 2016

While Volvo offers work modes for the transmission that allow the shift points to change based on the speed of the engine, the loaders also offer a simple solution in the form of an ECO pedal for the accelerator.

7 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Wheel Loader

Wheel loaders are designed to efficiently scoop, lift, carry and load material for a variety of applications. But did you know you can choose between two transmission types?

November 9, 2016

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Earthmoving Equipment

Advanced Powertrains Generate ROI Even When Fuel Prices Trend Lower

The focus for advanced powertrains and hybrid drive systems in today's construction equipment looks beyond fuel economy to increased performance and ease of operation.

September 14, 2016

The Caterpillar D7E features an electric drivetrain that generates high torque at low speeds and remains efficient over the entire operating range. Ease of use makes it more productive for even less experienced operators.

Field Proven: Deere’s 944K Hybrid Keeps Up with Larger Quarry Loader at Lower Cost

Pioneering owners, Cornejo & Sons, of John Deere’s all-new 944K Hybrid Loader measure the fuel and tire savings achieved with electric drive

July 14, 2016

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