- Mon November 03, 2014

Case Introduces Tier IV Final TR310 Alpha Series Compact Track Loader

CASE Construction Equipment’s Tier IV Final TR310 Alpha Series compact track loader (CTL) features wider tracks (15.75 in. [40 cm]), a greater overall width (74.3 in. [188.7 cm]) and lower ground pressure (5.0 psi) than other medium-frame CTLs in the Case lineup....

- Mon November 03, 2014

ALLU’s New DL Screening Buckets Extend Range to Compacts

ALLU Group Inc.’s DL screening buckets are designed specifically for use with compact base machines such as mini-excavators, small wheel loaders, skid steers and backhoes. One bucket allows you to change screen sizes ranging from 5/8, 1 ¼ and 2 in....

- Mon November 03, 2014

Hamm Adds Models to the HD CompactLine

Thirty years after Hamm built the first oscillatory rollers, this intelligent technology is now making its debut in the minus 9,000 lbs. weight class at Hamm. A total of four models with oscillation technology are available, identifiable by an “O” in the name: HD 10 VO (5,500 lbs....

- Wed October 22, 2014

Zero Tail Swing Bobcat E20 Compact Excavator Features Retractable Undercarriage

Bobcat Company has introduced its new zero tail swing (ZTS) E20’ compact excavator, which can handle the toughest jobs in confined spaces. The 13.9-hp model features a retractable undercarriage, cab comfort, increased uptime protection, attachment readiness and an ease of serviceability....

- Wed September 10, 2014

Komatsu Launches PC55MR Compact Hydraulic Excavator

Komatsu America Corp.’s PC55MR EPA Tier IV Final compact hydraulic excavator is designed to provide increased versatility, improved operator comfort and lower operating costs for contractors working in a variety of construction, utility, landscaping and other excavation applications....

- Wed September 03, 2014

Cat 826K Landfill Compactor Design Features Safety, Convenience

The Cat 826 landfill compactor has set the design standard for this demanding application since 1978, and with the introduction of the K Series model, that design is further advanced in terms of operator comfort and safety, ease of operation, durability, reliability, low-cost operation, and productivity....

- Mon August 25, 2014

Wacker Neuson Offers New Compaction Control System

Wacker Neuson is offering a new compaction control system on its most popular diesel reversible plate, model DPU 6555Hec. The monitoring system is called Compatec and takes the guess work out of determining when soil has reached the ultimate compaction results....

- Mon August 18, 2014

Compactors Gain Efficiency With Topcon System C-63

Topcon Positioning Group’s C-63 system is designed to track precise compaction with minimal equipment operation. It features Topcon GNSS technology and graphical display to provide real-time positioning and plan data, which ensures compaction is achieved in all required areas....

- Mon August 18, 2014

JCB Rolls Out New Soil Compactor for North American Market

JCB’s VM117D soil compactor is powered by the Tier IV Interim JCB Ecomax engine delivering 125 hp (93 kW). Key features include:• Tier IV Interim JCB Ecomax engines delivering up to 10 percent fuel savings• No DPF for low cost of ownership along with no downtime for regeneration• Smooth drum or pad-foot models available for compaction of all soil types• Several compaction analysis systems available as options for the VM117• All-round visibility and serviceabilityImproved Soil Compaction SolutionThe VM117D has an operating weight of 11 tons (10 t) and comes equipped standard with a smooth drum....

- Fri August 01, 2014

JCB Skid Steers, Compact Tracked Loaders Set Benchmark

JCB has completed its new generation of skid steer and compact track loaders with the launch of Tier IV Final small platform models. The eight machines, including the 135, 155, 175, 190 and 205 skid steers, plus the 150T, 190T and 205T compact track loaders, are powered by the all-new JCB Diesel by Kohler Tier IV engines....

- Fri August 01, 2014

Wacker Neuson Expands Compact Excavator Series With EZ 17

Wacker Neuson’s 1.9 ton (1.7 t) compact excavator — EZ 17 — is the smallest zero tail model by Wacker Neuson and combines a compact footprint, expandable undercarriage and two-speed drive....