Construction Equipment

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Top Skid Steer Loaders Less than 2000 ROC

3 days ago | constructionequipment.com | Richard Ries

The skid steer market has been caught up in a bigger-is-better frenzy for some time. In the midst of the move to 100+ horsepower machines, is there still a place for the smallest models? Absolutely. Skid steer loaders of up 2,200 pounds rated operating capacity (ROC) at 50% tipping load offer distinct advantages over other compact equipment. They’re more capable than mini loaders—racked or wheeled, stand-on, or pedestrian.
Can Swappable "Energy Modules" Make Any Diesel Emissions Free?

5 days ago | constructionequipment.com | Frank Raczon

As equipment makers explore hybrid electric solutions, Zquip, part of Moog Construction, has shown how two diesel-powered excavators can become zero-emissions machines with swappable energy modules. Moog took two Case excavators, a wheeled unit and a tracked unit, removed the diesel engines, and installed a modular conversion kit with one, two, or three or more energy modules.
Electric Autonomous ML6 Moonlander Dozer Boasts 750 HP

6 days ago | constructionequipment.com | Rod Sutton

Luminar unveiled a prototype electric autonomous crawler dozer last month that has a 750-horsepower electric motor. According to press reports from the San Francisco event, the dozer can operate up to 8 to 10 hours. Once connected to a 300-kW fast charger, it’s ready to return to work in 75 minutes. It has a 414-kWh battery and a 15-foot blade.
Skyjack Bets on Hybrid Electric MEWPs

1 week ago | constructionequipment.com | Frank Raczon

Skyjack has bet that rental companies and contractor customers will appreciate the versatility of a range of hybrid electric rough terrain articulated booms that offer three operating modes—electric, automatic, and manual. The first two models, SJ45 AJHE+ and SJ60 AJHE+, were on the company’s stand at Bauma in Munich. They will hit Europe first, then come to North America. They feature 51- and 66-foot working heights.
Survey Offers Fresh Look at EV Transition

1 week ago | constructionequipment.com | Frank Raczon

Where are we in the “energy transition” to electric and alternative fuel vehicles? Will mandates rule the day? Will manufacturers force or spoon-feed change based on what’s most profitable for them? At least one data set indicates that customer demand still rules.
Will Case's "Impact" Remote-controlled Electric Loader Make One?

2 weeks ago | constructionequipment.com | Frank Raczon

Case Construction Equipment has never been shy about showing trade show audiences its imaginative prototypes celebrated with smoke machines and colorful names. However, it has been a mixed bag as far as machines reaching the market. At Conexpo 2004, Case showed an elevated sprocket, quad-tracked backhoe loader that was compelling—but the windows were heavily tinted, and the cab was locked to attendees—because it was mostly empty.
Why You Should Integrate Telematics Into Your PM Program

2 weeks ago | constructionequipment.com | Frank Raczon

Using telematics data can help solidify and improve your PM program. Aaron Mayer, director of finance and equipment for Ryan Incorporated Central, a Janesville, Wisconsin-based contractor, says the first thing to do is select a good driver. "A lot of the OEM recommended maintenance is going to provide it, whether it’s hour-based or odometer- based or date-based," Mayer says. Ryan is also looking at a product issue that might suggest a fuel-consumption-based driver.
How to Standardize and Streamline Your PM Program

3 weeks ago | constructionequipment.com | Frank Raczon

“Preventive maintenance for a mixed fleet is really challenging,” says Aaron Mayer, director of finance and equipment for earthmover Ryan Incorporated Central, Janesville, Wisconsin. “I’ve read a lot of studies that have said every dollar spent on preventive maintenance saves $5 of repairs down the road. We talk about that internally; we believe that,” says Mayer. To that end, Mayer has looked to streamline and enhance Ryan’s PM program to bring it to predictive, or condition-based maintenance.
Lifting Tech Uses Fans to Steady Complex Loads

3 weeks ago | constructionequipment.com | Rod Sutton

Vita Load Navigator 2.0 (VLN 2.0) helps manage complex lifting loads with greater precision than the predecessor. The semi-autonomous propulsion-driven device connects below the hook of the crane and is remotely controlled. Measuring over 1,000 data points per second, the system detects load movement in real-time and adjusts the load with high-powered fans to eliminate spinning, rotations, and other problems that cause site damage or injuries.
How to Spec Service Truck Air and Welders

3 weeks ago | constructionequipment.com | Gregg Wartgow

Also consider space constraints on the truck. Air compressor systems that install under the engine hood, such as VMAC’s Underhood 70, are lighter and help free up space on the truck deck or cargo area. A technician’s need for storage space was a big driving force behind one of Miller Electric’s latest product introductions.