Fri August 01, 2014
JCB Compact Excavator Takes Conventional Approach
JCB launched its first conventional tail swing compact excavator in the 3.0 ton (2.7 t) North American market, with the launch of the 8029 CTS. Powered by a transverse 25 hp (18.4 kW) engine, the excavator has a tail swing just 18.5 in....
Dale Mickle - Fri August 01, 2014
Large Screener Crusher Attachment Turns Loaders, Excavators Into High-Efficiency Processing Machines
As costs for fuel, personnel, equipment and regulatory compliance rise, the extraction of resources from the ground in North America is becoming more expensive and complex. Inefficiency in the mining process adds to the cost of doing business, and often is a result of unnecessary processing steps, extra handling and wasted material....
Fri August 01, 2014
Wacker Neuson Introduces Model ET 20 Excavator
Wacker Neuson is offering a new 2-ton (1.8 t) excavator that offers performance and comfort in a compact package. The ET 20 is a productive and versatile digging machine with a maximum digging depth of 8-ft....
Fri August 01, 2014
Powerful JCB Compact Excavators for North American Market
JCB added to its extensive compact excavator line-up in the North American market with the launch of the 8018 CTS. The 8018 CTS is JCB’s most powerful entrant in the competitive 3,300 lb. (1,497 kg) class....
Thu July 31, 2014
Wacker Neuson Launches a Dual Power Excavator With Zero Emissions
Wacker Neuson has introduced a 1-ton (.9 t) excavator that can run off diesel or electric power. The 803 dual power mini-excavator runs off a standard diesel engine or can easily be connected to an electro-hydraulic pump — allowing the machine to operate emission-free....
CEG - Thu July 31, 2014
Volvo Excavators Assist Chicago Contractor in Tight Spot
Taylor Excavating & Wrecking Inc., a family-run business serving Chicago and its suburbs, specializes in working in tight downtown areas. So when President and Owner Tommy Taylor found the machine that worked best for these conditions, he went back and ordered two more....
Wed July 30, 2014
JCB Gears up for Market Growth With New Fuel Efficient Compact Excavators
JCB is gearing up for massive growth in the compact excavator market with the launch of an exciting new range of midis. The first three machines being unveiled as part of the new line-up are the 67C-1 and 86C-1 conventional tail swing models and the 85Z-1 zero-tail swing excavator — all designed to grab a bigger share of a market which is expected to grow by at least 16 percent over the next four years....
Tue July 29, 2014
Automation Boosts JCB Backhoe Loaders
JCB is improving fuel efficiency, improving productivity and boosting operator control through the use of automation on its 3CX Super and 4CX Super models. These machines now feature auto idle, throttle lock and throttle control....
Mon July 28, 2014
SANY Introduces Its First Compact Excavators
SANY America has expanded its hydraulic excavator product line with the addition of its first two compact models, the short-tail swing SANY SY16C and the zero-tail swing SANY SY35U. The two new SANY compact excavators feature Tier IV-certified Yanmar engines and multi-functional attachment operation....
Mon July 28, 2014
Hyundai Presents Tier IV Final R35Z-9 Compact Excavator
The Hyundai R35Z-9 compact excavator has an operating weight of 8,050 lbs. (3,650 kg) and is powered by a reliable, fuel efficient 26.5 hp (19.8 kW) Tier IV Certified Yanmar 3TNV88 engine. The R35Z-9 boasts a dig depth of 10 ft....
