Excavators

Volvo Construction Equipment, Unicontrol Announce Partnership for Advanced Machine Control Technology →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Unicontrol announced their intention to partner to introduce the software company's 3D machine control technology in Volvo excavators. • The partnership will allow Volvo CE to ensure its advanced technology is made open, accessible and easy to use for improved efficiency. • Offering one interface with one set of hardware, the technology has been designed for effortless integration into Volvo excavators. Click for more...

Kobelco, Leica Geosystems, Xwatch Collaborate to Shape Future of Remote Excavation With K-DIVE in Europe →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe B.V. has announced a collaboration with Leica Geosystems and Xwatch Safety Solutions, both part of Hexagon, to drive the evolution of excavation with the innovative K-DIVE remote operation system. This partnership aims to transform job site operations in Europe by integrating digitalization, automation and enhanced safety into one platform. By combining Kobelco's remote operations, Leica Geosystems' machine control solutions and Xwatch's safety technology, the partnership sets a new industry standard for digital transformation in construction. Click for more...

New Cat 395 Offers Premium Performance With Longer Reach →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Caterpillar introduced its 395 Long Reach Excavator (LRE) for long-distance applications such as dredging, ditch cleaning and canal and waterway maintenance. With a maximum digging depth of nearly 22 m, and up to 28 m of reach at ground level, Caterpillar said the 395 LRE is firmly in the ‘super long reach' category, matching its outstanding stick and boom configuration with substantial digging force. Click for more...

Leslie Equipment Company Partners With KEMROC →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Leslie Equipment Company announced a new partnership with KEMROC, a manufacturer of excavator attachments. This collaboration aims to enhance the range of specialized equipment available to customers across West Virginia. KEMROC is known for its excavator attachments designed for applications such as demolition, trenching, mining, tunneling and soil mixing. Its commitment to engineering excellence aligns seamlessly with Leslie Equipment's dedication to providing top-tier machinery and support to its clientele, according to the companies. Click for more...

Volvo Introduces Straight Boom for EC18 Electric Mini-Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Responding to the customers, Volvo Construction Equipment announced that its EC18 Electric, a 1.8-ton battery-electric compact excavator — optimally sized for indoor demolition — now includes a straight boom option with a 10 percent higher pin height than the standard boom configuration. "Electric compact excavators' lack of emissions and reduced noise have made them popular options for indoor demolition," said Tony den Hoed, director of demolition strategic accounts of Volvo. Click for more...

Volvo Brings Hydraulic Hybrid Technology to New-Gen Excavators With Five New Models →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment is bringing its hydraulic hybrid technology to the newest generation of excavators with the EC260 Hybrid, EC300 Hybrid, EC370 Hybrid, EC400 Hybrid and EC500 Hybrid. Not only do these 26-ton to 50-ton crawlers represent the future of excavator design, but the EC400 Hybrid and EC500 Hybrid also become the biggest models in Volvo's hybrid portfolio, according to Volvo. These new models deliver up to 20 percent better fuel efficiency than the previous series' conventional models and a 15 percent reduction in CO2 emissions — without sacrificing the productivity Volvo excavators are known for, said the company. Click for more...

Ramey Motors Becomes Latest Addition to Takeuchi's Dealer Network →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Takeuchi's dealer network continues to grow with the recent addition of Ramey Motors in Purvis, Miss., approximately 15 mi. southwest of Hattiesburg. Located at 120 Hwy 589 in Purvis, Ramey Motors will now sell and service Takeuchi track loaders and excavators. "Since expanding from the automotive industry into the ag equipment industry back in 2018, we've grown exponentially," said Ford Ramey, co-owner of Ramey Motors. Click for more...

Speeler Relies on Takeuchi for Their Projects →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Speeler Companies based in Clearwater, Fla., has become a premier marine and pile driving business over the past 40 years for both residential and municipal projects. Owner Doug Speeler grew up in the business; his father had a dock and marine business that was started in the 1950s and sold in the mid 1990s. Speeler started his company concurrently with his father selling his business. Speeler attributes his success to quality staffing and one make/class of machines on his projects. Click for more...

Liebherr Displays New Equipment at Demolition New Orleans, March 5-8, 2025 →

NDA's annual Convention and Expo takes place in New Orleans, La., from March 5-8, 2025. Liebherr USA Co. will showcase the R 938, R 934 and R 945 crawler excavators and the LH 22 M material handler for attendees to operate outside. Liebherr also has multiple product experts on-site at booth #621. Liebherr USA Co. has served as the premier sponsor of the Live DEMOlition Event for more than five years, providing attendees, a unique hands-on experience to test on-site equipment in real world applications. Click for more...

HX90A Tops Hyundai's Compact Excavator Line →

From Construction Equipment Guide... HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America has topped off its compact excavator lineup with its first 9-ton compact excavator, the HX90A. Designed to deliver robust performance, the Hyundai HX90A offers exceptional power and fuel efficiency, making it ideal for digging and trenching and a wide range of jobsite applications, the manufacturer said. Weighing 20,040 lb. and powered by a reliable Yanmar engine that provides 65 net hp (48.5 kW) at 2,400 rpm, the HX90A balances strength with fuel economy, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency. Click for more...

Kubota Introduces U17-5 Next Generation Zero-Tail Swing Compact Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kubota Tractor Corporation announced the launch of the U17-5 zero-tail swing compact excavator from the showroom floor at World of Concrete. Featuring improved stability, enhanced operator comfort and efficiency, the new U17-5 replaces the U17VR1 in Kubota's robust excavator lineup and is among the set of new power-packed construction equipment launched at this year's show. The new U17-5 will be available at authorized Kubota dealers in the first quarter of this year. Click for more...

Kubota Updates Compact Excavator Lineup With Next-Generation KX040-5 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kubota Tractor Corporation announced the introduction of the new KX040-5 compact excavator from the showroom floor at World of Concrete. Putting productivity and operator experience at the forefront, the KX040-5 introduces key updates including a redesigned hydraulic system, a spacious and quiet cab, and tech features that now come on standard models. It is available at authorized Kubota dealers in the first quarter of this year. Click for more...

DEVELON DX62R-7 Mini Excavator Featured at World of Concrete →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The DX62R-7 mini excavator ws featured in the DEVELON booth during World of Concrete 2025. The reduced tail swing model is part of the -7 Series generation of DEVELON mini excavators. It is the ideal size and has the power to lift and place pipes and other objects on job sites. Mini excavators are used in a variety of industries, including construction, concrete, landscaping, agriculture, demolition, recycling, infrastructure and utility industries. Click for more...

Gradall Names Stephenson Equipment Authorized Distributor →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Gradall Industries Inc. has named Stephenson Equipment, Inc. (SEI) as authorized distributor of Gradall brand excavator machines in 27 counties of western Pennsylvania and four counties in the northern panhandle of West Virginia. Stephenson locations in Butler, Ebensburg and Pittsburgh, Pa., are providing machines, maintenance and factory authorized Gradall parts. "We're extremely pleased to have Stephenson Equipment — a high quality, experienced equipment distributor — representing our products with contractors and municipalities in that area," said Mike Popovich, president of Gradall Industries. Click for more...

Volvo CE, Herc Rentals Partner On Large Order of Compact Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Volvo Construction Equipment and Herc Rentals are celebrating a multi-year agreement that adds several hundred Volvo EC37 compact excavators to the rental giant's fleet across North America. The 3.7-ton EC37 fits into one of the most popular compact excavator class sizes for rental, and the two companies partnered to develop the model in a way that would best serve rental customers. Herc Rentals is a full-service equipment rental company with 439 company-operated branches in the United States and Canada. Click for more...

VIDEO: Winning Heart of Halawa With Liebherr R 9150 →

As Hawaii's largest concrete producer, Hawaiian Cement relies on the Liebherr R 9150 as its primary excavation equipment at Halawa Valley Quarry. The Liebherr R 9150 excavator plays a vital role in supplying essential materials for residential, commercial and public construction projects to support Hawaii's infrastructure network with high quality construction aggregate. As population and development rise, the pressure on Hawaii's infrastructure continues to intensify with many systems exceeding their intended lifespan. Click for more...

Kobelco Announces RTL Equipment as New Authorized Excavator Dealer →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kobelco Construction Machinery USA Inc. announced RTL Equipment as the latest addition to its growing excavator dealer network. RTL Equipment now adds Kobelco excavators to its existing Kobelco cranes dealer access. This brand partnership will enable RTL Equipment to provide a wide range of Kobelco excavators from the SK17SR mini-excavator to the SK520LC-11.  The Kobelco lineup of machines are ideal for various applications in the construction, forestry, aggregate, auto-dismantling and demolition sectors, according to the company. Click for more...

VIDEO: DEVELON DX225LC-7X Crawler Excavator Offers Fully Electrohydraulic Control System →

From Construction Equipment Guide... DEVELON's electronically controlled DX225LC-7X crawler excavator is a first of its kind for the company and is one of the next-generation -7 Series crawler excavators with machine-assisted technologies. The DX225LC-7X electrohydraulic control system enables advanced machine guidance and machine control systems — including 2D and upgradable 3D grading for accurate earthmoving and grading work. Click for more...

O'Shea Equipment: Fresh Face of Amphibious Excavation →

From Construction Equipment Guide... For Shamus O'Shea, the founder of O'Shea Equipment Co., heavy machinery is more than a business: It's a lifelong passion. Growing up in Texas, O'Shea spent his early years on job sites, introduced to the world of construction equipment by his father, a logistics professional. This early exposure to "yellow iron" sparked a fascination that would eventually lead him from playing with Tonka toys to founding a specialized excavation equipment company. Click for more...

Looking for a Skid Steer? 4 Reasons to Consider a Compact Excavator Instead →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Some people say skid steer loaders (SSLs) are the most versatile compact machines, largely because the industry has done a nice job of standardizing attachment interfaces across brands. But we've seen similar standardization across compact excavators in recent years, so why not take a closer look at the features that might make them an even smarter choice for your fleet? Big Versatility in Small Package As noted, a mini excavator can support many different attachments. Click for more...

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