Tue October 03, 2006
Cat Increases Work Tool Availability in Its IT38G Series II
Caterpillar has improved the IT38G Series II integrated toolcarrier to enhance versatility and productivity and provide increased visibility in demanding job-site requirements. The medium wheel loader-based machine has been redesigned with the operator in mind, providing lines of sight to the quick coupler and work tools, as well as increasing the number of work tools available for the machine....
Wed September 27, 2006
Takeuchi Introduces New Wheel Loader Product Line
Takeuchi’s new line of wheel loaders includes the TW50, TW60, TW65 and TW80. The operating weights are approximately 8,700 lbs. (3,946 kg), 10,250 lbs. (4,649 kg), 10,350 lbs. (4,695 kg), and 12,600 lbs....
Wed September 27, 2006
Pete’s Trucking and Demolition Repairs Protective Berm
A small crew from Pete’s Trucking and Demolition were called to Boca Raton, FL, this summer to repair damage caused last year during Hurricane Wilma. The Plantation, FL-based company brought its Kawasaki 80ZV wheel loader and a Komatsu D39 bulldozer to build a 6-ft....
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....
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....
Brian Kern - Mon August 28, 2006
Contractor Removes Fire-Damaged Trees in Emergency Contract
It was a true emergency that warranted a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) emergency contract for tree removal in Volusia County, FL. On the morning of May 10, after several weeks of dealing with wildfires throughout the region, the Florida Division of Forestry (DOF) notified the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and FDOT to report that fires were causing a safety hazard in the median between the north and south bound lanes of Interstate 95 in Volusia County....
Sat August 12, 2006
John Deere’s 344J Boasts Many Uptime-Boosting Features
The new John Deere 344J wheel loader moves material quickly — even on crowded job sites. It also provides many uptime-boosting features, as well as time-saving conveniences that make it simple and inexpensive to maintain, according to the manufacturer....
Wed July 19, 2006
Cat Boosts Fuel Efficiency in Two New Wheel Loaders
Two new Caterpillar H-Series medium wheel loaders, the 950H and 962H, feature key changes to enhance productivity and reduce owning and operating costs. New Cat engines featuring ACERT technology provide increased power and U.S....
Wed July 26, 2006
New Caterpillar 904B Wheel Loader Upgrades Horsepower
The new Caterpillar 904B wheel loader features a skid steer loader quick coupler, high-flow hydraulics and powerful Z-bar linkage in a 7- ft. 10-in. (2.4 m) tall package with a bucket less than 6 ft. (1.8 m) wide....
