Excavators

JCB, Extreme Sandbox Partner With Snickers to 'Fix The World' →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB and Extreme Sandbox collaborated with the Snickers brand, as they launched their new campaign, #SNICKERSFixTheWorld. Snickers hosted its #SNICKERSFixTheWorld event in downtown Miami, Fla., where the iconic chocolate brand invited professional athletes and media to share "why they dig" as they got behind the seat of two full-size JCB 150X excavators, each wrapped in special Snickers livery, to test their excavator operator skills under the supervision of heavy equipment instructors. Click for more...

New Link-Belt Machines and Technology Solutions at ConExpo 2020 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LBX will display a range of Link-Belt hydraulic excavators and material handlers at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2020, along with new work tools, progressive technology offerings and innovative jobsite solutions aimed at making customers' jobs easier, safer and more productive. LBX will be located at a 24,000 sq. ft. outside booth F5342 at the Festival Grounds, along with a 4,900 sq. ft. display in the North Hall, N12865. Click for more...

Link-Belt to Showcase Lineup of Excavators at ConExpo 2020 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LBX Company — the proud maker of Link-Belt excavators — is located in Lexington, Ky. Link-Belt machines are purpose-built for the forestry, scrap and material handling industries. The Link-Belt brand name dates back to 1874 and is synonymous with innovative designs that incorporate the highest quality and best product support in the industry. Formerly a division of the Link-Belt Construction Equipment Company, LBX Company became a stand-alone company in 1998 representing the Link-Belt excavator, forestry and material handling equipment lines. Click for more...

Marona Construction Connects Present to the Past in Philly →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bright white lights shine down on a large, 10-ft. diameter blue pipe that is attached with three chains to a ZX870LC-6. The excavator lifts the pipe up and places it into a 35-ft.-deep trench. It's 4 a.m. in Philadelphia, Pa., but for the Marona Construction Company crew, the workday is already halfway over. Approximately 100 years ago, the city of Philadelphia placed a pipe in preparation of future city expansion. Click for more...

Hitachi Machines at ConExpo/Con-AGG →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hitachi will have a range of models on display at ConExpo/Con-AGG in booth N12525, including the ZX345USLC-6, ZX245USLC-6, ZX350LC-6, ZX470LC-6 and ZX60USB-5. ZX345USLC-6 The new ZX345USLC-6 is the largest of Hitachi's reduced-tail-swing excavator line, which also includes the ZX245USLC-6, ZX135US-6, ZX85USB-5 and ZX75US-5. Whether it's road building or work in congested quarters, the ZX345USLC-6 packs all the power you need into its reduced-tail-swing design, helping this model maximize efficiency, reliability and durability, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Growth Over Decades Proves Dixon, Mo., Company's Success →

From Construction Equipment Guide... When Bud York graduated in 1978 he had a plan. He married his high school sweetheart, Susie, and the two started a foundation business, the aptly named Susie's Construction. It's a plan that has evolved through four decades, but it has worked. "We started with residential concrete foundations, but we got tired of waiting for people to do our digging," said York. "We got some skid steers and backhoes and began handling it ourselves. Click for more...

Coal Mine Continues to Uncover Millions of Tons Annually →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The four types of coal used in energy production are classified by the amount of carbon they contain as well as how much heat energy they can produce. Lignite is the lowest-ranked, however, power plants in Texas commonly use it, due to its abundance across a large area of the Lone Star state. "Efficient practices and power plants in close proximity are essential components for a successful mine," said Sabine Mining Company Production Manager Robert Fitzgerald. Click for more...

Volvo's Custom-Made 'Gold Rush' Excavator Rolls Into Ascendum Machinery's Charlotte, N.C., Branch Location →

From Construction Equipment Guide... On Nov. 22, Ascendum Machinery hosted a customer appreciation event at its Charlotte, N.C., location featuring the Volvo EC200E — a 20-ton size class excavator that appears in the Discovery Channel television show "Gold Rush." To celebrate the 10th season of Gold Rush, Volvo Construction Equipment is proud to share its special edition machine, with a few items that makes it one of a kind. Including: A custom paint job by Akzo Nobel that took 140 hours to complete and is valued between $5,000 to $7,000; A premium leather air-conditioned and heated seat by KAB embroidered with Discovery Channel and Gold Rush logos, as well as the signatures of cast members Tony Beets, Parker Schnabel and Rick Ness; and American-Made CUSHOTRAC Clamp-On Track Pads from Superior Tire and Rubber Corp. Click for more...

Benchmark Tool & Supply, James River Equipment Host Demo Days for Topcon X-53x System →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Sitting in the seat and having the opportunity to experience the ease of use and power that is the new Topcon X-53x auto excavator often ends with a huge smile and the uttering of "Wow, that is incredible!" That, and the chance for companies to share best practices and network with each other, is why Benchmark Tool & Supply is always excited to host product demonstrations like the two held on Nov. Click for more...

LiuGong 9018 F-Series Mini-Excavator Arrives for Review →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LiuGong North America, headquartered in Katy, Texas, has announced the arrival of its first new F-series excavators for dealer review. The 9018F is a reduced tail-swing, 1.9 ton (1.8 t) mini-class excavator presently undergoing evaluation. It has been designed to meet or exceed North American market design specifications. The 9018F represents the smallest of the powerfully efficient, 6th generation LiuGong F-Series excavator models. Click for more...

Four EquipmentShare Locations Now Carry Link-Belt Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LBX Company LLC announced the addition of Link-Belt excavators, scrap/material handling equipment and work tools to four EquipmentShare locations: 2828 US Hwy 80 West, Savannah, GA 31408; 912/525-2505 4205 I-70 Drive SE, Columbia, MO 65201; 573/299-5222 2919 East Napoleon Street, Sulphur (Lake Charles), LA 70663; 337/516-2020 412 International Circle, Summerville (Charleston), SC 29483; 843/410-7717 EquipmentShare helps contractors across the country build better and work smarter with the help of Track smart jobsite technology. Click for more...

Orchard Farmer Finds Success Using Doosan Equipment →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Situated approximately 60 miles southeast of Mount Rainier, Wash., is the Yakima Valley, a breathtaking agricultural region known for its apple, wine and hop production. The Yakima Valley has the largest variety of fresh grown produce in the Pacific Northwest because of local farmers and growers like Brad Ziemke, owner of Ziemke Farm Fresh Produce. Farming wasn't Ziemke's first profession, but it was one he was always interested in. Click for more...

Topcon Showcases Automatic Excavator System in N.C. →

From Construction Equipment Guide... On Nov. 13, Topcon Positioning Systems Inc. held a Field Day event at Benchmark Tool & Supply's Raleigh, N.C., branch location. The main purpose of the gathering was for customers to learn about Topcon's new X-53x automatic excavator system from the experts themselves. Attendees were treated to an up close and personal work session where they saw the excavator's precision, speed and power firsthand. Click for more...

Kobelco SK400D, SK550D Excavators are Built to Demolish →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Kobelco Construction Machinery USA has expanded its series of building demolition excavators with the introduction of the SK400DLC-10 and SK550DLC-10 models. These units are purpose-built to tear down and dismantle multi-story buildings, and are engineered with practical features to increase jobsite productivity and reduce downtime. With a reach of up to 81 and 90 ft. (24.6 and 27.4 m), the SK400D and SK550D demolition machines can make light work of tall buildings. Click for more...

Cat 326 Next Gen Excavator Delivers Increased Efficiency, High Performance Digging, Lifting →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Cat 326 excavator delivers premium performance with integrated simple-to-use technologies boosting efficiencies up to 45 percent over previous models. This 26-ton class model delivers improved fuel savings, lower maintenance costs and improved operator comfort with all-new cab designs. The new excavator offers high reliability at a low cost-per-hour performance, according to the manufacturer. Key to the design of the new Cat 326 is operating simplicity. Click for more...

Fecon Introduces Cab Guard for Mid-Sized Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Fecon's Cab Guard are durable polycarbonate panels, tested using ballistic testing standards, that protect mid-sized excavators' cab windows (and the operator behind them). Designed with a universal fitment to most makes/models in the 8-12 ton class, this add-on attachment installs in less than 30 minutes without special tools or modifications to the cab, according to the manufacturer. A hinged polycarbonate frame allows for easy cleaning and the polycarbonate panels can be replaced without removing the guard frame, saving time and labor. Click for more...

Volvo Gold Rush Excavator Proceeds Benefit Nonprofits Through 'Give Big Giveaway' →

From Construction Equipment Guide... To celebrate the 10th season of Gold Rush on Discovery Channel and its new EC200E crawler excavator, Volvo Construction Equipment is giving the proceeds from the sale of its Gold Rush excavator — a unique machine with a $7,000 gold paint job, custom molded pads and embroidered autographed seat — to a nonprofit chosen by the public. "Volvo CE wants to support groups that build and modify homes for families who need assistance, so they can have a safe home and a better tomorrow," said Dave Foster, vice president, marketing and communications, Volvo Construction Equipment Americas. Click for more...

Bobcat Company Introduces New E26 Compact Excavator to the R-Series Lineup →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bobcat Company is expanding its R-Series excavator lineup with the addition of the new E26. Redesigned with performance, uptime protection and operator comfort in mind, the E26 offers the same bold, distinct design excavator operators have come to expect from R-Series models. Minimal tail overhang allows the E26 to work in limited-space environments, including construction, landscaping and utility jobsites and agriculture applications. Click for more...

Caterpillar Launches 6-ton Class Cat 306 CR Next Generation Mini Hydraulic Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Cat 306 CR mini hydraulic excavator marks Caterpillar's entry in the 6-ton class offering. Designed with an improved customer experience in mind, the 306 CR mini excavator is built to exceed customer expectations with strong performance, enhanced operator experience and simplified maintenance with extended service intervals. With standard exclusive features like stick steer and new LCD monitor, it provides a great value for customers and boasts industry leading performance, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Hills Machinery, S.C. Quarry Forge Relationship Over Case →

From Construction Equipment Guide... In operation since 1948, the Oconee County Quarry sits on a 100-acre tract of land in Walhalla, S.C. Its pit is approximately 300 ft. deep and quarry officials are in the process of expanding the top so they can mine even deeper below the surface. The quarry produces blue granite, which is known as the state rock of South Carolina. Because the quarry is county-owned, 600-plus customers routinely make pickups to obtain different products that serve and accommodate their needs. Click for more...

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