Thu August 10, 2006
John Deere Completely Redesigns Cabs on New D-Series
The new John Deere D-Series excavators — 240D LC, 270D LC, 350D LC, 450D LC, 650D LC and 850D LC — retain many of their predecessors’ features, with improvements including faster hydraulics, a redesigned cab, undercarriage enhancements, and a new cooling system....
Thu August 10, 2006
AIM Attachments Introduces HDT62 Thumbs for Excavators
AIM Attachments’ new HDT62 universal excavator thumb features an AR400 steel structure built for a tight fit on any bucket. AIM HDT62 thumbs are 18 in. (45. 7 cm) wide and 62 in. (157.5 cm) long and designed to fit 33,000 to 45,000 lb....
Thu August 10, 2006
FLECO AR400 Excavator Rakes Made for Maximum Durability
FLECO Attachments’ excavator rakes include a double-top tube frame with an oversized bottom tube. Each AR400 steel tine is reinforced with dual gussets. Excavator rakes are designed for use in all types of demolition debris handling, material handling and land clearing work....
Mary Reed - Mon September 18, 2006
Full Plate of Earth Served Up for Pasta Plant Construction
On July l4, Kirk Trofholz, president of Barilla America Inc., journeyed to upstate New York to visit the site of the company’s largest current global investment. Barilla, headquartered in Bannockburn, IL, is constructing a pasta plant and distribution center in Avon, NY, situated approximately 50 mi....
David S. Chartock - Wed September 20, 2006
State Agencies Determined to Save Bolsa Chica Lowland Ecosystem
Rainfall was the biggest challenge facing the project team of the soon-to-be completed $147-million Bolsa Chica Lowland Restoration Project in Huntington Beach, CA. According to Jack M. Fancher, coastal program chief and Bolsa Chica program manager of the U.S....
Jim Boyle - Mon September 11, 2006
Michigan Town Goes Back to the Minors
By Jim BoyleCEG ASSOCIATE EDITORWhen the Great Lakes Loons take to the field of the brand new multi-million dollar stadium in Midland, MI, audiences will witness amazing displays of true teamwork. Residents of the central Michigan town won’t have to wait quite that long to see such a sight....
Fri September 01, 2006
Komatsu Launches PC600LC-8 Hydraulic Excavator
Komatsu America Corp.’s new PC600LC-8 hydraulic excavator has increased speed and stability, an improved Tier 3 compliant engine and enhanced serviceability. The PC600LC-8 is ideal for large-scale earthmoving and utility applications, pit and quarry work, mining and other high production applications, according to the manufacturer....
David S. Chartock - Fri September 08, 2006
WYDOT Preserves Beauty of Togwotee Trail
Landslide stabilization has been the biggest challenge facing the project team of the $100-million Wyoming Department of Transportation’s (WYDOT’s) Togwotee Trail project, according to Kaia Tharp, WYDOT’s Dubois, WY-based project engineer....
Tue August 29, 2006
Doosan Unveils Four New Excavators, Two Wheel Loaders
Doosan Infracore America Corporation has announced the addition of four excavators and two wheel loaders to its line of heavy equipment. The DX Series of excavators — DX300LC, DX340LC, DX420LC and DX480LC — and DL Series of wheel loaders — DL300 and DL400 — have Tier III emissions ratings and are more durable, reliable and comfortable, according to the manufacturer....
Tue August 29, 2006
Volvo Construction Equipment Increases Production Output to Meet Demands
The need to satisfy increased worldwide demand and reduce the amount of time that customers have to wait for their machines to be delivered are the driving forces for a package of investments Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced....
