Mon November 18, 2013
E-Series Cat Hammers Combine Design Simplicity, Advanced Features
Ten new Cat E-Series hammers — designed for use with mini-excavators, skid steer loaders and backhoe loaders — are available in both “silenced” and side-plate versions. Four sizes — H35, H45, H55 and H65 — are offered in two mounting configurations for installation on both Caterpillar and competitive carriers....
Fri November 01, 2013
Riding to the Rescue in Texas with the Bayonet Breaker
In the world of heavy equipment, many words come to mind. Hard work, knowledge, expertise, and grit are a few but miracle is not normally one of them—until now. Tragedies are exactly what they sound like…tragic....
Thu September 26, 2013
CP 1260, CP 1290 Pneumatic Breakers Now Available
Chicago Pneumatic Construction Equipment has introduced two brand new handheld breakers to the North American market; The CP 1260 and CP 1290. Many of the features of the CP 1230 and CP 1240 were rolled into the CP 1260 and CP 1290, respectively....
Tue August 27, 2013
PH-Series Hydraulic Hammers: NPK’s Newest Innovation
NPK Construction Equipment Inc. has introduced four new PH Series hydraulic hammer models, replacing the company’s GH-1 through GH-4 model hammers. According to company President Dan Tyrrell, the PH Series hammers signify a new generation of hammers employing the latest technologies in design, engineering and manufacturing to address applications in the growing mini and compact equipment market....
Greg Petherbridge - Tue July 30, 2013
Breaker Maintenance 101
Proper maintenance for a rig-mounted hydraulic breaker is extremely important to guarantee the longevity of a machine, which will ultimately impact a company’s bottom line. When it comes to caring for a rig-mounted breaker, the approach should be two-fold:Maximizing performance through proper use in the field....
Thu July 25, 2013
Cat E Series Hammers for Medium, Large Excavators Deliver Enhanced Durability, Easy Operation, Maint
Caterpillar has added three new models to the E Series hammer line — H140Es, H160Es and H180Es — for use on medium and large excavators. Cat E Series hammers feature a rugged design for extended durability and solid reliability, and features such as automatic shut-off, silencing and vibration buffering make them easy on the operator....
Wed July 17, 2013
Hydraulic Breakers Couple Quieter Operation With Increased Blows Per Minute
Break away concrete faster and chip through asphalt easier with the powerful force of the hydraulic breaker. Designed with performance and precision in mind, the hydraulic breaker delivers maximum efficiency by matching hydraulic capacity of the carrier to the breaker, allowing consistent machine to breaker performance....
Tue June 04, 2013
HammerHead Receives Innovative Product Award
HammerHead Trenchless Equipment and its new 34-in. (86 cm) ramming hammer received the Joseph L. Abbott Jr. Innovative Product Award at the North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT) Annual No-Dig Show....
Wed May 15, 2013
HammerHead Launches New Roughneck R400 Pneumatic Rock Hammer System
HammerHead has launched the new Roughneck R400 pneumatic rock hammer system for the underground construction industry. The system includes the R400 air hammer, 5.25-in. (13 cm) straight and offset bits, pullback kit, control station/oiler, drill conversion kit and universal HD high-flow rock drill housing....
Mon March 18, 2013
Cat E Series Hammers for Medium, Large Excavators Deliver Durability, Easy Operation
Caterpillar has added three new models to the E Series hammer line — H140Es, H160Es and H180Es — for use on medium and large excavators. Cat E Series hammers feature a rugged design for extended durability and solid reliability, and features such as automatic shut-off, silencing and vibration buffering make them easy on the operator....
