Thu April 22, 2010
Komatsu Launches PC160LC-8
The PC160LC-8 hydraulic excavator, with an operating weight of 36,770 to 37,740 lbs. (16,678 to 17,118 kg), is powered by a Komatsu SAA4D107E-1 engine. The electronically controlled HPCR (High Pressure Common Rail) fuel injection system is EPA Tier III emissions certified, provides low noise operation, and remains fuel efficient while delivering power and productivity, according to the manufacturer....
Wed April 14, 2010
Hyundai’s 9 Series Excavators Boast Total Coverage Warranty
In 2008 Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Inc. announced its total coverage warranty in conjunction with the launch of its 9 Series excavators. In 2010, in a response to current market conditions and the desire to continue to provide its customers with the best after sales support, Hyundai Construction Equipment is announcing the expansion of the total coverage warranty to now cover all 9 Series Machines for three years or 3,000 hours on the entire machine and structurally for 5 years or 10,000 hours standard....
Mon April 12, 2010
AIM HD6, SRB Excavator Buckets Now Available
AIM Attachments manufactures a variety of different excavator buckets for machines of all sizes. These buckets feature hardened steel construction highlighted by AR400 steel cutting edges and side cutters....
Wed April 07, 2010
Kawasaki Unveils ’For the Cure’ Wheel Loader
Kawasaki has designed and built a 70TMV-2 “For the Cure” wheel loader at the request of Mid-Country Machinery in Iowa. Painted light pink with bright pink “Susan G. Komen for the Cure” decals, the wheel loader was ordered by the new Kawasaki distributor as an addition to its rental fleet....
Kerry Lynn Kirby - Wed April 07, 2010
Work on Alabama’s SR-9 Gets Under Way
Starting roadwork in winter in Alabama, you expect some rainy days. But since early December, when crews began work to widen a stretch of Ala. 9/U.S. 331 south of Montgomery, there has been so much rain — and even some snow — that it has affected the job, said James Lee, project manager of contractor W.S....
Fri March 19, 2010
Komatsu, Griffith Company Show Off Hybrid Excavator
Komatsu America Corp. was recognized by the Office of Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa for its commitment to green technology and its Hybrid PC200LC-8 excavator. Chairman and CEO of Komatsu America Corp., Dave Grzelak, accepted the Certificate of Recognition from Stephen Cheung, vice president, Mayor's Office of Economic and Business Policy, city of Los Angeles, and a representative of Villaraigosa....
Jennifer Rupp - Mon March 29, 2010
Mekis Works ’in Harmony’ With Jackson Township
Just a few short months after Harmony Junction made the news for the removal of 200-year-old blockages in the Connoquenessing Creek, the small town has garnered public interest again with the replacement of a prominent multi-girder bridge....
Wed March 24, 2010
Excavator Lock Keeps Equipment Safe
The Equipment Lock Company, a Virginia-based company, manufactures and sells universal anti-theft and safety devices for heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, sea containers and more. TELC’s products mechanically lock the drive controls of all types of equipment, so even if the key is available, the equipment cannot be driven....
Wed March 17, 2010
Komatsu Launches PC228USLC-3 Short Tail Swing Excavator
Komatsu America Corp.’s PC228USLC-3 short tail swing excavator with Tier III engine has a flywheel horsepower of 148 hp (110 kW), an operating weight between 49,900 to 51,110 lbs. (22,634 and 23,183 kg) and a bucket capacity range of 0.66 to 1.57 cu....
Wed March 17, 2010
Cat Contemplating Shift of Excavator Production From Japan to US
As part of a long-term strategic initiative, Caterpillar Inc. has undertaken a study that could lead to a new hydraulic excavator facility being built in the United States. Such a move could triple the current amount of hydraulic excavators now produced by the company in the United States and significantly increase Caterpillar’s employment in the United States dedicated to excavator production, and further leverage excavator production in Japan to serve increasing demand in China and across Asia....
