Wed April 24, 2013
Komatsu America Corp. Launches New WA270-7 Wheel Loader
Komatsu America Corp. has introduced the WA270-7 wheel loader. With a net horsepower of 149 hp (111 kW), the WA270-7 is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D107E-2 engine, which is EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage 3B emission certified....
Tue April 23, 2013
QCL Solution for Containment of Harmful Liquids
Performance Petroleum has developed a solution for construction businesses that require compliant containment equipment that prevents harm to the environment. The quick containment liner (QCL) was designed to comply with all regulations as well as containment of petroleum products by preventing them from permeating into the environment....
Tue April 23, 2013
John J. Brennan Finds Success With Metso Crushers
Over the course of 115 years, a company learns a thing or two about what works and doesn’t work for its business. John J. Brennan Construction Co., a fourth-generation construction company in Shelton, Conn., has found success with Metso portable tracked crushers....
Mon April 22, 2013
Cerro Wire Unveils New iPhone and iPad App for Electrical Contractor Calculations
Cerro Wire LLC has introduced its new electrical calculations app for the iPhone and iPad, which gives electrical contractors instant access to an all-in-one tool for computing field measurements. At the touch of a finger, electrical contractors can calculate conduit fill, voltage drop, and amperage all within a simple mobile app....
Mon April 22, 2013
Kenworth Road Tour to Feature Kenworth T880, T680
Kenworth’s Road Tour will feature the new vocational Kenworth T880 and Kenworth T680, the 2013 ATD Heavy Duty Commercial Truck of the Year. The tour begins this summer and will visit Kenworth dealerships in the United States and Canada....
Fri April 19, 2013
RPA Demo Grapples Take on Demanding Jobs
Rotobec Power Attachment (RPA) demolition grapples can accomplish demanding jobs in C&D, recycling, landscaping and general contracting. They can be equipped with either a dangling or positioned rotator....
Fri April 19, 2013
Cat Unveils MH3049, MH3059 Material Handlers
With an operating weight of 111,000 lbs. (50,349 kg), the MH3049 is the first of several new wheeled material handlers that Caterpillar will introduce in the greater-than-25-tons class. Coming immediately behind the MH3049 is the new MH3059 at an operating weight of 130,000 lbs....
Fri April 19, 2013
Case 621F/721F Waste Handlers Feature Factory-Installed Guarding Package
Case Construction Equipment’s 621F and 721F wheel loader waste handling models have factory-installed protective guards in 16 key coverage areas, a mid-mounted cooling module that provides special cooling and advanced air filtration components for working in concentrated dust and debris-filled environments, and heavy duty axles that support solid tires....
Fri April 19, 2013
ALLU Screener Crusher Bucket Improves Profitability
The ALLU D-Series screener crusher bucket attachment works with wheel loaders, excavators and skid steers to screen, crush, pulverize, aerate, blend, mix, separate, feed and load materials all in one stage — increasing the profitability and efficiency of the operation, according to the manufacturer....
Fri April 19, 2013
TIER IVi-Compliant Terex TLB840 Backhoe Loader Now Available in North America
Powered by an electronic, Tier IV interim Perkins 1204E-E44TA engine and an optional 4-speed servo power synchro transmission with automatic shifting, the 94-hp (90 kW) Terex TLB840 backhoe loader is now available in North America....
