Brenda Ruggiero - Mon June 09, 2014
Sun Construction’s Reputation Shines in Darlington, S.C.
Sun Construction Inc. in Darlington, S.C., has a reputation of being a family owned business with an emphasis on honesty and hard work. Owner Marshall Flowers Sr. said he began his career in agriculture working on a dairy operation with his father in the mid 1970s....
Mon June 02, 2014
990K Wheel Loader Features Increased Productivity, Enhanced Safety
The Cat 990K wheel loader offers more power and increased payload for greater productivity and fuel efficiency. The 990K also features a redesigned cab that delivers a superior operator interface and a quiet environment, and several new features promote operator and maintenance technician safety and performance....
Mon May 26, 2014
Thompson Tractor Acquires Expanded Caterpillar Lineup
Thompson Tractor Co. Inc. announced the company has acquired the expanded Cat mining equipment distribution and support business for its territories from Caterpillar Global Mining LLC. Thompson Tractor is the authorized Cat dealer in Alabama and northwest Florida....
Thu May 22, 2014
Efficiency Production Inc. Names NMC as New Dealer
Efficiency Production Inc., an American manufacturer of trench shielding and shoring safety equipment, recently announced the addition of NMC — The Cat Rental Store to Efficiency’s dealer network....
CEG - Wed May 21, 2014
Bulk Tank Contamination: The ’Silent Killer’
Doctors call hypertension, or high blood pressure, the "silent killer." According to the CDC, 1 in 3 adults in the USA suffer from hypertension, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, and costs us almost $48 billion annually in medical costs....
Wed May 14, 2014
Cat MD5150C Track Drill Builds on MD5150
Caterpillar’s MD5150C track drill is the first of the C Series drills, which feature Cat components available from local Cat dealers who also service the drills. The MD5150C delivers top-of-class power and high airflow for fast, efficient drilling of holes from 4 in....
Tue April 29, 2014
Cat Performance Series Buckets Increase Productivity, Fuel Economy
Cat performance series buckets represent a loading system that balances the shape of the bucket with the wheel loader’s linkage design, operating weight and lift/tilt capabilities. The net result is optimum machine performance in production-oriented applications, whether truck loading, stockpiling, or load-and-carry, according to the manufacturer....
Wed April 30, 2014
Ring Power Signs on With Caterpillar Global Mining
Ring Power Corporation has signed an agreement with Caterpillar Global Mining LLC ("CGM"), acquiring the distribution and support business of the former line of Bucyrus Mining Products acquired by Caterpillar in July 2011....
Fri April 25, 2014
Cat MH3037 Wheeled Material Handler Features Advanced Power Train
The Cat MH3037 is the third member of the new wheeled material handler line that Caterpillar is introducing in the greater-than-25-ton (22.7 t) size class. The new Cat material handlers are purpose-built to work productively and durably in industrial, scrap recycling, millyard and waterway applications, while affording maximum protection and convenience for the operator....
Fri April 25, 2014
Cat D9T Dozer Delivers Enhanced Productivity, Safety, Serviceability
The Cat D9T dozer has new features that enhance performance, productivity, operator convenience and safety, and serviceability. The new dozer features a Cat C18 ACERT engine, which meets Tier IV Final/Stage IV emissions standards, and delivers 436 net hp (325 kW) at 1,800 rpm....
