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Sustainability
"Tipping Point for Climate" Claims Leading Academic at Construction Summit
Earth’s biophysical capacity is no long sufficient to support mankind’s actions, claimed Professor Johan Rockström, Stockholm Resilience Centre, at the inaugural Construction Climate Change summit
Professor Johan Rockström, executive director of the Stockholm Resilience Centre
Sustainability
Carolina Cat Helps Construct Solar Farm in North Carolina
The 10-acre solar farm in Shelby, NC will produce enough energy to power approximately 250 homes.
Loaders
[VIDEO] John Deere 944K Hybrid Wheel Loader
Watch the 944K diesel-electric hybrid wheel loader at work, get a peak inside the cab and a detailed look at the hybrid system
Video: Introducing the John Deere 944K Hybrid Wheel Loader
Business
Purdue Starts Construction on Facility to Develop Energy Efficient Materials
New facility will support research focusing on development of lighter-weight composite materials that can be used in aerospace, aviation, automotive, energy and sporting equipment
Sustainability
Why You Should Become an Accredited Green Contractor
Does it make sense for contractors to pursue these credentials, or can they teach themselves the basics of green construction?
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Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8
US EPA, DOT Propose Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy Trucks
Standards for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles expected to cut carbon pollution to reduce climate change while bolstering energy security and spurring manufacturing innovation
Business
Amazon Building Virginia's Largest Solar Farm
The $200 million project will create 300 to 400 jobs when construction begins in 2016
Sustainability
Manitou Becomes a Member of the United Nations Global Compact
8,000 companies from 145 countries have signed the Global Compact, making it the largest global voluntary initiative in the field of corporate social responsibility.
Diesel Engines
Four Technologies That Will Impact Diesel Engine Efficiency
To achieve the US Department of Energy's goal of 55% thermal efficiency, engine manufacturers will continue to bring new technologies to construction equipment
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Mini Excavators
Volvo EC20D Excavator is 10% More Fuel Efficient
Volvo Construction Equipment
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Skid Steers
Bobcat 700 Frame-size Loader Meets Tier 4 Without Aftertreatment
Bobcat Co.
Vertical lift path skid steer uses an ultra-low particulate combustion (ULPC) engine and diesel oxidation catalyst to meet Tier 4 emissions
Bobcat S740 Pallet Fork
Earthmoving - Compact
Cat D2 Series Loaders Feature Standard Advanced Display, Enhanced Capacities
Caterpillar - Cat
Six models include standard heads-up Advanced Displays and a new engine compartment sealing system for enhanced airflow debris control
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