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Ditch Witch’s SK850 designed to dig larger trenches on compact jobsites
To help dig bigger trenches, Ditch Witch introduced the SK850 footings machine, which is designed to dig trenches up to 16 inches wide and up to 36 inches deep. The SK850 features a specialized chain and a Tier 4, 37-horsepower diesel engine. The machine is designed for tight spaces and can trench from either a […]
February 4, 2015
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Kubota releases details on SSV65, SSV75 skid steers at World of Concrete (Photos)
Some of the coolest cars in the world have gullwing doors. Kubota’s new entries into the skid steer market have something similar, a front entry door that doesn’t hinge on the side, but rather slides up and stores overhead, making ingress and egress much easier and safer. The new skid steers were Kubota’s big reveal […]
February 4, 2015
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(Photos) Exmark adds two side-by-side UTVs to 2015 lineup
Adding to its product line, Exmark unveiled two side-by-side UTV models. The Exmark 500S and 700S UTVs feature dual-range automatic transmission, two- and four-wheel drive, and a tilting cargo box that can transform into a flatbed. The Continuously Variable Transmission design responds to inputs including vehicle speed, load and engine RPM in real time. The […]
February 4, 2015
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How to pick the right axle ratio for your pickup
Axle ratio. It’s one of those techy optional items buyers of new pickups ask questions about a lot. Probably more so than tow ratings and engine options. That’s because manufacturers don’t think informing buyers about axle ratio options helps sell their trucks or plays into a buyer’s ultimate decision-making process. So there’s very little, if […]
February 4, 2015
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Why workers should take wood chippers seriously
Chippers are dangerous machines and getting caught usually means no escape The accident: A 33-year-old crew member is working on a two-acre jobsite early in the afternoon. The crew member is loading tree limbs into a chipper while his co-workers bring branches from around the jobsite. While the other workers are around the perimeter of […]
February 3, 2015
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Case intros skid steers, CTLs with SCR technology at World of Concrete (Photos)
As World of Concrete kicks off in Las Vegas, Nevada today, manufacturers are unveiling a variety of machines on the floor, including Case Construction Equipment. In addition to the introduction of two skid steers, the company also released Tier 4 Final skid steers and CTLs with SCL technology. SR240 and SV280 These two Tier 4 […]
February 3, 2015
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Bobcat releases Depth Check system for compact excavators
Bobcat compact excavator owners can now monitor operations better with the introduction of the Bobcat Depth Check system option, a grade control system. The system is available for E32, E32i, E35, E35i, E42, E45, E50 and E55 models, with either standard or long-arm iterations. The system is a kit that uses three sensors – one […]
February 3, 2015
Safety
Por quĂ© los trabajadores deberĂan tomar en serio las trituradoras de madera
Las trituradoras son máquinas peligrosas y quedar atrapado en ellas casi nunca tiene escapatoria El accidente: Un cuadrillero de 33 años está trabajando en un área de dos acres al comenzar la tarde. El trabajador está ingresando ramas de árbol en una trituradora mientras sus colegas traen ramas de toda el área de trabajo. Mientras […]
February 3, 2015
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Wiley X creates line of OSHA-grade John Deere Safety Eyewear
Wiley X has created a line of John Deere Safety Eyewear for crewmembers to use on jobsites. The line features shatterproof lenses and meets the latest ANSI Z87.1 High Velocity and High Mass Impact standards, as well as OSHA-grade protection. The John Deere Safety Eyewear includes seven models in two families – the John Deere […]
February 2, 2015
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Highway Products unveils pickup bed organizing system
High Products introduced a pickup pack, a custom-built work truck bed organizing system for pickup trucks. The bed provides access, lockup security and storage space for tools and cargo. The pickup pack includes two full-length lockable low-side boxes, a flat or dome center hatch, a headache rack and a removable ladder rack. When closed, the […]
February 2, 2015
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ICP files antitrust lawsuit against Caterpillar, Komatsu and Volvo
International Construction Products has filed an antitrust lawsuit against the three biggest names in construction equipment, accusing them of colluding to limit competition in the U.S. The suit was filed this morning in a U.S. District Court in Wilmington, Delaware, and names Caterpillar, Komatsu America and Volvo Construction Equipment North America as defendants. The suit alleges […]
January 30, 2015
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Gas buyers beware: Select North Carolina Sheetz stations to offer E15 in 2015
According to BoatUS, the Altoona, Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain Sheetz announced on Jan. 21 that it would offer E15 fuel – gas containing up to 15 percent ethanol – at 60 of their North Carolina locations beginning in early 2015. Boat Owners Association of The United States believes that could be a problem for recreational […]
January 30, 2015
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Aluminum-bodied 2015 Ford F-150 put to test with sledgehammer
From the outset, quite a few folks have questioned the durability of the 2015 Ford F-150’s aluminum body. That was obviously something we wanted to ask folks in our industry about to which they replied with the exact opposite response. The construction professionals we talked to said years of experience with aluminum dump truck bodies had […]
January 28, 2015
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Toro unveils 500, 700 EFI gas-powered utility vehicles
The Toro Company has launched two gas-powered electronic fuel injection utility vehicles. The 500 EFI and 700 EFI will be available this spring and support more than 40 different accessories. The models feature four-wheel-drive and can hold up to three people for transportation. Additionally, the models can be customized with accessories including windshields, cabs, plow […]
January 28, 2015
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How to shovel snow, ice safely this season
When snow blowers can’t be used and snowplows are just too big, it’s time for landscapers to pull out the snow shovel. However, it’s important to remember the proper safety procedures crewmembers need to follow to make sure they’re not seriously injured on the job. The Grounds Guys have put together a few tips on […]
January 28, 2015
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GM releases 2015 Chevy Silverado Midnight, GMC Sierra Elevation
If you thought General Motors was done introducing new, all-black special edition pickups for 2015, you were wrong. Joining the GMC Canyon Nightfall are the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Midnight and the new GMC Sierra Elevation edition. First up is the Sierra Elevation, which actually comes in three colors other than black, none of which, however, […]
January 27, 2015
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Study shows pickup owners want better fuel economy, MPG ratings
Pickup buyers’ desire for better fuel economy significantly increased over the past five years. Even though the price of gas and diesel has dropped considerably over the past year, buyers looking at new pickups still use MPG as a major selling point. A study by TrueCar found that today’s full-sized pickup truck buyer has grown […]
January 27, 2015
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How to stay balanced while towing heavy equipment
Placing equipment in the right location on the trailer is critical to keeping within factory towing guidelines for tongue-weight. One of the biggest mistakes pickup owners make in towing is exceeding the truck’s hitch tongue weight. This leads to overloading the truck’s rear suspension, creating significant handling, braking and potentially serious business liability issues. Moving […]
January 26, 2015
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