Wheel Loaders

Cummins Powers Seven New LiuGong Machines →

From Construction Equipment Guide... LiuGong launched their new Tier 4 Final Cummins powered E-Series excavators and H-Series wheel loaders at a special event for North American dealers in San Diego, CA. The latest machines feature cleaner engines, more efficient systems and offer a better operator experience than their predecessors. "In utilizing Cummins Tier 4 Final engine expertise, state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities and support in North America, LiuGong will provide more competitive products and technologies to our dealer partners and their end-use customers," said Marcus Menough - Director of Sales and Marketing for LiuGong North America. Click for more...

Police: Man Used Wheel Loader to Tip Over Occupied Construction Equipment →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The New Hampshire Union Leader is reporting that police say when they responded to a report of a domestic disturbance Wednesday, a 54-year-old man operating a front-end loader charged officers and a police cruiser. Sgt. Arthur Merrigan said when police arrived at 3 p.m., Peter Emanuel of Bow had already used the front-end loader to tip over another piece of construction equipment occupied by the victim. Click for more...

Volvo Launches Load Assist →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Available on new Volvo wheel loaders ranging from L110H to L250H — Volvo Load Assist provides both real-time intelligence to the operator and documentation of work orders for the owner and their customers. Managed through Volvo Co-Pilot, the award-winning in-cab interface, Load Assist eliminates the guesswork associated with loading accurate tonnage, reducing occurrences of reweighing and reloading, as well as providing opportunity for the owner to expedite paperwork and improve operator training. Click for more...

Doosan Equipment Good Fit for Infrastructure Contractors →

From Construction Equipment Guide... For two successful highway and bridge contractors, Lane Construction and Branch Highways, productivity is key for completing the high volume of infrastructure projects that are critical to their success. With dozens of large, complex projects in progress simultaneously, both firms rely on dependable construction equipment that delivers superior results. And Doosan construction equipment fits their needs well. Click for more...

Contractor Snuffs Out Underground Coal Mine Fires →

For more than nine months, crews with Earthmovers Unlimited Inc. have labored cautiously to reach a coal fire 146 ft. (44.5 m) below the surface of the earth in Carbondale, Pa. At stake, 50 homes and the safety of all who reside within them. “A community is built up on the edge of Carbondale and this fire is within 1,200 feet of many, many homes,” said John Niebauer Jr., president of Earthmovers, headquartered in Kylertown, Pa. Click for more...

Volvo CE looks to the Future with Hybrid Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hundreds of Volvo Construction Equipment's customers along with members of the international press, government representatives and academics have been given an exclusive look at a host of ground-breaking technology that has the potential to transform the quarrying industry. Key highlights at Volvo CE's Xploration Forum event, which took place in Eskilstuna, Sweden, from 9–14 September 2016, included: the unveiling of the LX1 prototype hybrid wheel loader – a machine with the potential to improve fuel efficiency by up to 50%; demonstrations of a prototype autonomous wheel loader and articulated hauler working together; and an electric site solution that showcased the new-concept HX1 autonomous, battery-electric, load carrier. Click for more...

MCL Contracting Improves Roadwork Method Using SDLG →

From Construction Equipment Guide... MCL Contracting purchased its first two SDLG wheel loaders much like any other typical customer. Working in the concrete paving industry, the Richland Hills, Texas-based company only needed a loader for three to four hours each day and didn't require the features of a premium machine. What began as routine wheel loader purchases, though, soon turned into lucrative capital investments, as the company began using the loaders to work out an improved method of placing rebar for continually reinforced concrete paving. Click for more...

Volvo Wheel Loaders Help Family Business Flourish →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Nestled in the southeast corner of Tennessee, the small town of Cleveland is known for its stunning mountaintop views, rich history as the home to the Cherokee Nation and abundance of farmers' markets stocked with local produce. The region also is the birthplace of family-owned Bradley Concrete and Lambcon Ready-Mix. “Our entire family has always been in the rock business, starting with my great-grandfather, who was one of the original Lambert Brothers,” said Kirk Lambert, owner of Lambcon Ready-Mix. Click for more...

Komatsu America Corp. Introduces the New WA270-8 Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu America Corp., a leading global heavy equipment manufacturer, today introduced the new WA270-8 wheel loader. Equipped with an EPA Tier 4 Final certified engine, this addition to the wheel loader family combines high production with low fuel consumption and improved operator comfort. The WA270-8's parallel-lift linkage, with auto tilt-in to simulate a Z-bar, can be used in virtually any application from pallet handling to hard digging. Click for more...

Hyundai Adds HL955TM to Tier IV Final Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas introduced the Hyundai HL955TM wheel loader, the newest addition to its HL900 series of Tier IV Final-compliant wheel loaders. The HL955TM joins a family of six other Hyundai HL900 wheel loader models the company began introducing in 2015 to U.S. and Canadian markets. The HL955TM is the second Tool Master model to join the HL900 series lineup following the recent launch of the HL940TM model. Click for more...

SDLG North America Set to Roll Out Tier IV Final Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... SDLG will roll out Tier IV Final wheel loaders across North America beginning this spring. The new machines are upgraded to meet emissions regulations standards in the United States and Canada. All four models that are currently for sale in the region are being replaced with a Tier IV Final version. The 2.5 cu. yd. (1.9 cu m) capacity LG938L and the 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 cu m) capacity LG948L will be replaced with the new Tier IV Final loaders beginning June 2016 (with the L938F and L948F, respectively), while the larger models, the 4.0 cu. Click for more...

Wheel Loaders Solve Age-Old Problem →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The age-old problem of moving large quantities of material from one place to another had plagued those in the construction industry for centuries. Enter the modern wheel loader — the industry's most versatile workhorse. Its applications include material handling, site prep and road projects, among many others. Looking back, it's difficult to imagine how those in the industry managed without them. Click for more...

How to Select the Right Tires for Wheel Loader Applications →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Selecting proper wheel loader tires may make a significant difference between underperforming or excelling on job sites. If the correct tire is chosen for the application, it can save time and money down the road. Tire Types: Radial and BiasOne of the first steps wheel loader owners should consider before purchasing tires is to be aware of what tire types are available. Mike Stark, Doosan wheel loader product specialist, said there are two popular tire styles: radial and bias. Click for more...

Cat Large Wheel Loader Simulator System Delivers Authentic Operating Experience →

From Construction Equipment Guide... With technology from Simformotion LLC — a leader in heavy equipment simulator training solutions — the newly released Cat large wheel loader simulator system creates a realistic training experience for operators. Set in a quarry environment, the large wheel loader simulator system combines original controls with common machine applications to teach the same jobs performed on worksites worldwide. Click for more...

Cat Medium Wheel Loaders Feature Connect Technology →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Caterpillar has announced the 2016 product update to the Cat M Series medium wheel loader product line (950M, 962M, 966M, 972M, 966M XE, 972M XE, 980M and 982M). These product updates enable Caterpillar to bring new features and product improvements to market more rapidly and with greater frequency than the traditional machine development cycle. The 2016 product updates include all new Cat Connect Technologies, additional safety features and reduced operating costs. Click for more...

Case Unveils Tier IV Final 521F Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment's 521F wheel loader meets federal Tier IV Final emissions standards using selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology. The new machine delivers 131 net peak horsepower with an FPT Tier IV Final-certified engine that also provides quick throttle response and impressive torque. The 22,948-lb. (10,409 kg) wheel loader has a bucket breakout force of 19,303 lbs. with 2.3-cu.-yd. Click for more...

Camso Launches Two New Wheel Loader Tires That Deliver Increased Performance, Lower Operating Costs →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Camso — formerly Camoplast Solideal — added two new wheel loader tire solutions to its line-up: the Camso WHL 775 and the Camso WHL 773. The Camso WHL 775 is a high performance solution built to excel in severe conditions. Developed as a solution for harsh waste, recycling, demolition and scrap yard applications, the Camso WHL 775 has an extra deep L5 lug tread for enhanced durability and protection against flats on extreme mixed and hard surfaces. Click for more...

Volvo Launches New High Performance Wheel Loader Buckets →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Specifically designed to fit Volvo L110-L350 wheel loaders, the Volvo Sand bucket, Volvo Rehandling Flat Floor bucket, and Volvo Rehandling bucket enable operators to reduce cycle times through more efficient material handling and increased material capacity — reducing fuel consumption by up to 10 percent, depending on application. “One of the best ways to increase production and limit fuel costs is to efficiently match the bucket to the jobsite,” says Stefan Salomonsson, product manager, wheel loaders at Volvo Construction Equipment. Click for more...

JCB Boosts Mid-Range Wheel Loader Performance & Comfort →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB is upgrading its mid-range wheel loader range, introducing the proven DNA from its range-topping 457 wheel loader to the 427 and 437 models, along with the smaller 411 and 417 loaders. Key features include:• JCB's CommandPlus Cab delivers class-leading comfort and visibility• Innovative CommandPlus Control system• Tier 4 Final/Stage IV compliant engines with no costly diesel particulate filter• Single-piece hood for improved service access• Range of loader arms to suit various industry applications• Optional Wastemaster package availableClean PerformanceJCB's new 411 and 417 wheel loaders are powered by the company's own EcoMAX Tier 4 Final/Stage IV compliant diesel engines, delivering 108 hp (81kW) in the 411 and a powerful 125 hp (108kW) in the 417. Click for more...

Gehl Introduces All-New 650, 750 Articulated Loaders for North America →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Answering the market demand for larger wheel loaders, Gehl developed the 650 and 750 articulated loaders for the North American market. The Gehl 650 and 750 articulated loaders represent an expansion into the 60 to 80 hp size class, with larger engines and higher horsepower than the competition. Both models have Tier IV-certified engine emissions technology, with a Yanmar 64.4 hp (48 kW) engine on the 650 and a Deutz 74.3 hp (55 kW) engine powering the 750. Click for more...

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