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2021 Contractors' Top 50 New Products: 50 Ways to Build the Future of Your Business
Here is the list of solutions that you and your peers helped identify as this year's Contractors' Top 50 New Products.
September 6, 2021
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Excavators
Excavator Automation Reaches Next Level
Excavator grade control that can command the machine's hydraulic valves is spreading throughout the brands to automate functions, reducing demands on operators and making it easier to achieve desired results
September 1, 2021
John Deere equipped the 210G LC, 350G LC and 470G LC with SmartGrade to give operators at entry level of experience the ability to achieve grade quickly and confidently. By controlling the boom and the bucket, this semiautomatic technology frees up the operator to concentrate on the arm function, resulting in fewer periodic grade checks every time.
Dozers
Crawler Dozer Technology Pushes the Envelope
Integrated technologies provide increased crawler dozer automation while sharing real-time productivity data.
July 30, 2021
The D7E proved the viability of the electric drive concept and the technology has now evolved with the introduction of the D6 XE. The electric drive system allows the diesel engine to run at the most optimized rpm to get the best efficiency.
Milling
Milling Machine Technology Simplifies Operation
The latest milling machine technology can hold tight tolerances and increase production while reducing crew demands.
July 30, 2021
Onboard diagnostics, simple grade control setup and automated calibration procedures drastically reduce the responsibilities of the operator compared to older generations of equipment.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Leica 3D Machine Control Solution for Compact Excavators and Backhoes with Swing Boom
Leica Geosystems, Inc.
One-for-all software platform now provides a 3D machine control solution for compact excavators and backhoes with a swing boom.
July 12, 2021
Leica Mc1 I Xe3 Swing Boom
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Case Launches SiteControl Machine Control Solutions for Excavators
CASE Construction Equipment - CNH
The new OEM-fit option will ensure the optimal solution for D Series excavators has been installed and tested by Case-certified precision field specialists.
July 7, 2021
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Excavators
Case Announces OEM Fit Excavator Machine Control
D Series Excavators can be optionally fit with Leica grade control systems from the OEM.
June 23, 2021
Factory fit 2D and 3D systems from Leica Geosystems will be available on Case D Series excavators up to the Case CX 350D.
Mini Excavators
Caterpillar 302.7 CR, 303 CR and 303.5 CR Hydraulic Mini-excavators
Caterpillar - Cat
Compact swing radius excavators feature stick steer, cruise control, operator adjustable settings and tilt-up canopy or cab as standard.
June 21, 2021
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Concrete Screeds
Ligchine Debuts SCREEDSAVER MAX PLUS at World of Concrete
Ligchine
The most significant new development is the SwingBoom pivoting frame, which improves screed head maneuverability to reduce machine movements necessary to screed a given area
June 9, 2021
Ligchine SCREEDSAVER MAX PLUS
Dozers
3D Design Data Can Be Programmed Directly into Komatsu's New D39i-24 Dozer
Komatsu America Corp.
Integrated grade control enables automatic dozing, and proactive dozing control measures terrain the dozer crosses to plan the next pass so even less experienced operators can automatically cut/strip from existing terrain
June 8, 2021
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Concrete Screeds
Ligchine SCREEDSAVER MAX PLUS
Ligchine
The 4,800-lb. SCREEDSAVER MAX PLUS screed features the SwingBoom pivoting frame that enables up to 5 ft. 3 in. of side-to-side screed head movement with a pivoting boom member. It offers 17-ft. boom extension with a 10-ft. high-performance screed head.
June 8, 2021
SCREEDSAVER MAX PLUS
Construction Technology
Using Technology to Improve Paving Results & Profits
The use of data during the paving process can help asphalt contractors build better roads more efficiently
June 2, 2021
According to Trimble, 3D paving control systems can reduce waste and overruns and help contractors finish on time or ahead of schedule.
Excavators
John Deere SmartGrade 210G LC and 350G LC Excavators
John Deere
John Deere expands its SmartGrade range with the launch of the grade control solution on the 210G LC and 350G LC excavators, offering four grade management options.
April 9, 2021
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Graders, Scrapers
John Deere Adds Automation Features to GP Motor Graders
Auto-Pass and Auto-Shift PLUS reduce operator fatigue and increase productivity.
April 7, 2021
Auto-Pass and Auto-Shift PLUS technologies work together to reduce operator fatigue. Auto-Pass automates machine movements while the Auto-Shift PLUS transmission upgrade allows the machine to completely stop and start without the use of an inching pedal.
Hydraulic System Components
Intelligent Hydraulic Systems Enhance Machine Connectivity and Performance
Integration of electronics and software into hydraulics systems is creating smarter solutions and aiding the push toward further automation and connectivity.
April 5, 2021
Integration of electronics and software enables improved hydraulic and overall machine performance.
Concrete Equipment & Products
Four Benefits of Remote Controlled Machines for Demolition
Brokk
With non-stop productivity, safety, and job growth potential, remote-controlled machines can offer a slue of benefits for the demolition contractor.
April 5, 2021
Four Benefits of Remote Controlled Machines for the Demolition Contractor
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Construction Equipment Machine Control Transforms Jobsite Intelligence
As machine control technology continues to evolve, real-time data and automation will transform the jobsite.
March 30, 2021
Semi-autonomous functions can simplify many complex operations, such as trenching with an excavator.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
4 Technologies Made to Enhance Construction Productivity and Safety
Caterpillar - Cat
No company can afford to increase productivity without working ‘smarter.’ Here are four machine technologies that can help boost your productivity AND safety performance.
March 17, 2021
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