Construction Equipment articles from March 2002

Construction Equipment archives from March 2002

Brand strategy gels for CNH. (Sutton Report).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... CNH Global has certainly started the year hot. Three years after forming a worldwide construction-equipment company featuring the brands of Case Construction Equipment and New Holland Construction, CNH Global has announced product line...

Turn your excavator into a wrecking ball. (Job Solutions).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Sometimes contractors have to improvise to make their existing equipment handle a special job. Different types of attachments can turn a regular machine into the perfect solution. Paul Wever Construction Equipment (PWCE) provided tools that...

New air-filter media. (Product News).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The Donaldson Co. recently announced a new engine-air-filtration media, PowerCore, which is intended for application in new off-road equipment and heavy-duty trucks. The PowerCore design is an alternative to larger conventional filters, says...

Stop brake fade. (Maintenance Tip).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Change a truck's brake pads conservatively--before they reach the minimum thickness--to prevent potentially fatal brake fade. Stopping an 80,000-pound truck moving at 60 mph can raise drum temperatures to 600F, which is about the limit for safe...

John Deere expands customer resources. (Internet News).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... John Deere put its Customer Personal Service program online, which presents equipment specifications, dealer parts inventory, access to the dealer network's used-equipment listings, and more on the site www.JohnDeere.com. A second level of...

Leave those slacks alone! (Quick Tip).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... After the initial installation and setup automatic slack adjusters should not be adjusted manually except when relining or doing major maintenance work (drum or seal replacement for example). If you have reason to believe that a brake is out of...

Avoid dehydration on the jobsite. (Safety Tips).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Government agencies concerned about occupational safety and health recommend that workers involved in difficult manual labor drink 5 to 7 ounces of fluids every 15 to 20 minutes, not just during rest breaks, to stay sufficiently hydrated and to...

Happy birthday, ARTBA! (Industry News).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) was founded 100 years ago on Feb. 13 at the Cadillac Hotel in New York City. Influential policy leaders led by visionary Horatio Sawyer Earle declared a commitment to gain...

Korea hosts its largest equipment exhibition. (Convention News).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The largest construction-equipment exhibition in Korea, CONEX Korea 2002, will be held Oct. 11-15, 2002, at the Seoul Trade Exhibition Center. The show is organized by the Korea Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association. The...

Who makes the most of loader rebuilds? (Maintenance Management).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Most equipment managers plan major repairs to mid-sized wheel loaders twice during their useful life. The first machine rebuild is typically scheduled when the engine requires overhaul, and often includes major work to the transmission,...

NAPA publishes safety video in Spanish. (Resources).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) has released a new video, Spanish Safety Orientation for Highway Construction (TAS-29). It was designed to promote safety at the work site and train Spanish-speaking workers in the proper use of...

Daewoo heavy industries. (Excavators).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The largest machine in Daewoo's hydraulic-excavator range, the Solar 470LC-V, replaces the Solar 450-III. It has an operating weight of 104,900 pounds, 312 horsepower (net) and can be equipped with buckets from 1.95 to 3.73 cubic yards...

LBX. (Excavators).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Models 460 LX and 800 LX feature the Inte-LX computer control system. The 460 LX is offered in two different undercarriage configurations. It is configured with a 22 foot-11 inch boom and has four available arm lengths. Model 800 LX is offered...

John Deere. (Excavators).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... C-Series excavators reach Tier II emissions compliance and offer improved fuel efficiency, according to Deere. Hydraulic controls were simplified with just two work modes--an attachment mode and a dig mode--and an auto-accel throttle setting...

Caterpillar. (Excavators).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Caterpillar's two Compact Radius mini-excavators, the 303CR and 305CR, have operating weights of 7,400 and 11,000 pounds, respectively, when equipped with a cab, and horsepower ratings are 26 and 42. Both standard and long sticks are available...

Ditch Witch. (Drills).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The JT4020 All-Terrain horizontal directional drill features the, company's mechanical, dual-drive drilling system. With 40,000 pounds of pullback force, it is designed to work effectively in solid and broken rock, cobble and soil-and-rock...

IMT. (Cranes).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Two telescopic cranes, Models 6025 and 6625, are designed for servicing heavy earthmoving, mining and agricultural service equipment. They offer 25 feet of hydraulic reach and have 60,000 and 66,000 ft.-lb. of capacity, respectively. The...

Stellar. (Cranes).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... With a 36,000 ft.-lb. capacity, the Model 5728 telescopic crane can lift a maximum of 2,900 pounds at 12 feet 4 inches. It features 28 feet of all-hydraulic extension, and it uses a hexagonal-shaped boom for added strength and durability. The...

Cranes & equipment. (Cranes).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Series 25S articulating cranes are designed for the concrete industry. Model 25026S with an LC boom has a capacity of 1,980 pounds at a full hydraulic reach of 55 feet. Standard features include dual power links, pilot-operated check valves,...

Caterpillar. (Skid-Steer Loaders).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Two smaller-frame, vertical-lift skid-steer loaders have been added to the Caterpillar line. Models 232 and 242 provide a maximum lift height of 9 feet 11 inches, and a reach of 30 inches at a 45-degree bucket angle. Rated operating capacities...

JCB. (Skid-Steer Loaders).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... JCB has replaced its Models 185 and 1105 Robot skid-steers with Models 190, having a rated operating capacity of 1,985 pounds, and the 1110, with a capacity of 2,426 pounds. They also are available with a rubber-track undercarriage and have...

Terex. (Trucks).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Featuring many improvements, Model TR35 incorporates a selection of power-enhancing and cost-saving features. Its six-cylinder Cummins QSMl1 turbo-charged diesel is rated at 400 horsepower, a 14 percent improvement from its previous rating....

John Deere. (Trucks).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Four trucks represent the first design collaboration between Deere and Bell. Deere claims best-in-class power-to-weight ratios in the line, using turbocharged, intercooled PowerTech or Mercedes engines and fabrications with high-strength steel....

John Deere. (Backhoe-Loaders).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Model 110 backhoe-loader, a compact, construction-type machine, features a removable backhoe and is equipped to handle a range of attachments. In addition, the 110 features an independent 33-hp PTO and a Category I three-point rear hitch. It is...

Terex. (Backhoe-Loaders).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Terex is offering the TX760 backhoe-loader for an introductory price of $39,900. The machine has a lift capacity to full height of 7,600 pounds and a breakout force of 10,485 pounds. Digging depths range from 14 feet 8 inches to 19 feet 6...

Mustang Mfg. (Aerial Works).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Expanding its telehandler line, Mustang has added a compact model, the 634, which has a rated lift capacity of 6,000 pounds and an operating weight of 15,100 pounds. Maximum lift height is 34 feet and maximum forward reach is 23 feet. The unit...

John Deere. (Motor Graders).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Deere upgraded its motor graders to the C Series II designation with dual-path hydrostatic front-wheel drive on Models 672CH and 772CH. The system incorporates speed-sensing controls that provide power to each front wheel independently as...

Ditch Witch. (Miscellaneous).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The FX30 vacuum-excavation system now has a compact, 500-gallon vacuum tank. The smaller size provides greater jobsite access and maneuverability. As a vacuum, the unit can clean jobsite drilling fluid, manholes, catch basins, conduit and pipe,...

RWF industries. (Miscellaneous).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The Bron 250 custom crawler features a 300-hp Cat 3306 diesel, hydrostatic two-speed track drive with separate hydrostatic loops, manual lock-in-low feature and a planetary gearbox with variable speed drive. The 136-inch track-on-ground...

Kolberg-Pioneer. (Miscellaneous).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The RT 2649 track-mounted crushing plant, called Rocky Trax, features a tubular design and weighs in at 105,000 pounds. It is powered by a 250-hp diesel engine with full hydraulic controls for the feeder, conveyors and jaw crusher. Its Pioneer...

Bomag. (Rollers/Compactors).(advertisement)
March 1, 2002... The mid-size BW145D-3 single-drum vibratory roller is designed for work on both granular and mixed soils. The dual-amplitude model delivers 22,500 pounds of centrifugal force in high amplitude. Vibration frequency is 2,040 vpm. The compactor...

Advance. (Rollers/Compactors).(advertisement)
March 1, 2002... Advance has a new line of five boom pumps, ranging in maximum vertical reach from 27.8 to 46.6 meters, and in horizontal reach from 23.9 to 41.5 meters. The pumps use a torsion sub-frame and feature continuous hydraulic-oil cooling and a sealed...

Advance. (Concrete Equipment).(advertisement)
March 1, 2002... The new FT Series front-discharge mixer trucks from Advance are designed with a 12.5-foot charge height to fit under most batch plants. They feature manual transmissions, rear-wheel drive and galvanized cabs as standard equipment. An automatic...

Status & forecast.(construction-related data)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
March 1, 2002... Retail Building Construction Spending Big-box development helped push construction spending higher despite lagging retail sales nationwide. Paving Asphalt Prices Stable pricing of last year should continue even as petroleum prices...

Counting work time accurately cuts rental costs by 12 percent: Information from equipment monitors combined with cost data creates a tool that improves fleet utilization. (Great Managers).(Chris Mangum)(Brief Article)(Interview)
March 1, 2002... Q: How do you use the flood of data reported by today's wireless equipment-tracking systems to make machine-management decisions in a way that cuts fleet costs? A: "There have been a few instances recently where the FleetEdge monitoring...

Breakers are easier to use and maintain: Built tough to last, hydraulic breakers also are designed to take the stress off of the carrier and operator. (Who's Who).(advertisement)
March 1, 2002... Universal Impact Technologies The Cyclone concrete breaker combines ease of operation, low maintenance and high production. It can break concrete up to 16 inches thick and has achieved up to 6,000 square feet an hour on light concrete...

New Case 621D works harder...and smarter: Refined design gives this wheel loader the potential to produce more with less fuel, while making life easier for the operator. (Field Test 621D Wheel Loader).
March 1, 2002... Considering that the new Case 621D wheel loader uses essentially the same engine, torque converter, transmission and axles as its 621C predecessor, you might think this recently introduced, 134-hp model really isn't so new after all. To the...

How to make wiring repairs that last: By matching the right tools to the right materials, you can cut down on unnecessary electrical-system headaches. (Prevention Illustrated).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... When making wiring repairs, it's important to remember that wires make up the majority of the electrical system. Wires are most exposed to abuse, and as a result, they are the component most likely to fail. When you consider that almost all...

E-business catches on: High hopes for buying and selling electronically haven't materialized, but the equipment industry is finding practical value online. (Special Report: E-Commerce).
March 1, 2002... Despite exuberant projections just months ago that most business-to-business contact would soon be digital, e-business actually has moved along much slower than anticipated. Overlooked initially, perhaps, was the fundamental human propensity,...

Sneak peek II: Check out these products at Conexpo-Con/Agg 2002. (Special Report).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Schaeff The 72-hp HR 32 zero-tailswing excavator is built around five different design goals a large roomy cab fast and easy access to all maintenance areas big lift capacity standard-size cab entry door and a quite low-vibration engine....

International 7400 handles heavy jobs: Municipal snow-removal specs include high ground clearance and high-capacity axles, but no A/C. (Hands-On Trucking).
March 1, 2002... The driver who'll operate this bright-orange International 7400 dumper will have it prety good. Although it has "municipal" specs, it has all the room and comfort of International's new "high-performance" trucks and tractors. This 7400...

The New Cat[R] 980G Series II Wheel Loader: A right fit for O&G's total maintenance operation. (Cat[R] Aggregates News).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... "Without equipment maintenance, you don't have a company," says Jim Zambero, assistant vice president of O&G Industries--a Connecticut-based construction and materials company. As O&G's central manager of more than 1,600 pieces of rolling...

Cat D400E series II ejector trucks: Helping Florida Crushed Stone out of a sticky situation. (Cat[R] Aggregates News).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... "We have overburden that ranges anywhere from five feet to twenty feet in thickness," says Mark Lacke, regional operations manager for Florida Crushed Stone in Brooksville, FL. "It's a very sticky clay material." So sticky, in fact, that...

Cat 773E and 775E Off-highway Trucks. (Cat[R] Aggregates News).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... More power. More options. More convenience. The new Cat E-series Off-highway Trucks give aggregates producers all of that...and a lot more. To provide the lowest cost-per-ton hauling solutions in a variety of materials, these trucks are...

Popular excavator class thinks for itself: Already established as mid-range machines that can tackle the big jobs, 30- to 40-ton excavators show off in the brains department. (Buying File Excavators).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... It's a mid-range excavator, sort of. It's a large excavator, sort of. In fact, hydraulic excavators in the 30- to 40-ton range can be classified both ways, which can make them the perfect choice for a wide variety of work. There's the benefits...

New Multi Terrain Loader moves fast, treads lightly. (On the Job).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... For a one-man excavating company like Riggs, Inc., of Charlotte, NC, being able to move fast and do lots of jobs is essential. That very ability is what led Dave Riggs to the Cat[R] Multi Terrain Loader. Riggs, who specializes in...

Close quarters call for Cat Compact Radius Excavators. (Cat 308C CR and 314C CR Excavators).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Cat Compact Radius Excavators are ideal for working against a wall, between buildings or in other confined urban construction sites. With a tail swing radius that doesn't extend over the back of their tracks when swiveling, Cat Compact Radius...

G-Series Tractors: A better place to work. (New Cat D3G, D4G AND D5G Track-Type Tractors).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... With a re-engineered cab that provides a better view, plus operator comfort that makes a day's work more efficient and productive than ever, the new Cat G-Series Track-type Tractors give operators an excellent overall working environment. The...

Cat 906 squeezes into pipe yard. (Quote from the Field).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The skid steer loaders Brad Sitz had used in the narrow pipe alleys at his family's business always left muddy ruts where they turned. The solution: a Cat 906 Compact Wheel Loader. After a demo, Sitz says, "I knew instantly it was the right...

416D keeps pipeline install under control. (Cat Rental).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... When Florida Gas and Electric got the call to install a natural gas pipeline for a huge residential development near Tampa, they called on The Cat Rental Store(r) for two 416D High-rotation Backhoes. The 416Ds are used to drag the pipeline...

Cat Equipment Training boosts operator productivity. (Did You Know?).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... It's a little-known fact, but the average machine operator uses only about two thirds of a machine's capability. Cat Equipment Training can help you apply more of that capability every day. A well-trained operator can increase productivity...

Access platform lifts Telehandler productivity. (Work Tools).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... You can boost the productivity of Cat Telehandlers by including an access platform in your arsenal of work tools. With an access platform like the new Cat THP24s, a Cat Telehandler can function as a lift in underfoot conditions that would...

Control contamination, increase machine life. (Total Support).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Just 160 milligrams of contaminants (about half the volume of an aspirin tablet) in a barrel of hydraulic fluid can be too much for today's precisely engineered machines. Here are some hints to help you extend machine life by eliminating...

Engine/Hydraulic matchup leads line revamp: John Deere meets Tier II emissions standards with C-Series excavators, and improves fuel efficiency in the process. (Earthmoving).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... John Deere reached Tier II emissions compliance with its C Series excavators and gained better fuel efficiency and enhanced cooling and hydraulics with the effort. There are five new models. Each is powered by turbo-charged versions of either...

Electronic analyzer checks batteries faster and cheaper: Voltage before, during and after placing small loads on the battery measures the condition of battery plates. (Shop Report).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... An electronic battery analyzer marketed by Caterpillar checks a battery's ability to deliver rated power much faster and with greater accuracy compared to using voltmeters, hydrometers and load testers. The analyzer tests 6-and 12-volt...

Daewoo introduces newest and biggest: The Solar 470LC-V hydraulic excavator in standard trim weighs in at around 105,000 pounds and generates 312 net horsepower. (Earthmoving).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Daewoo Heavy Industries America has added strength at the top of its hydraulic-excavator line with the new Solar 470LC-V. Equipped with its standard 7.1-meter (23.33-foot) boom, 3.35-meter (11-foot) digging arm, and 2.15-cubic-meter...

Caterpillar. (Lift Trucks).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The improved 8,000-to 11 ,000-pound-capacity lift truck from the pneumatic tire truck family comes in gas, LP gas and diesel engine configurations. Hydrostatic steering provides control and reduces maintenance. A pusher fan provides improved...

Pro-Tec. (Miscellaneous).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The high-yield aluminum alloy shores are lightweight yet durable. Cylinder pads mount flush, providing even load distribution on side rails. One-piece cylinder extensions can be installed at the jobsite quickly to accommodate many trench...

TST. (Safety).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The EagleEye Obstacle Detection system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect objects within 10 feet of the side or rear of vehicles. A dash-mounted driver alert module provides the driver with an audible warning and digital readout of the object's...

FFC Attachments. (Safety).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The Power Rake pulverizes soil, removes rock and spreads fill and topsoil. With its dual-motor direct-drive design, the unit has 40 percent more power than competitive models, according to the company. The design eliminates chains and...

Sheyenne tooling and manufacturing. (Safety).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Designed for site cleanup, demolition, scrap recycling, land clearing and brush handling, the four- tooth Quick-Tach Grapple attaches to most skid-steer loaders. It comes in two tooth sizes with an adjustable tooth pivot angle. Four supporting...

Tramac. (Attachments).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Designed to crack and shear reinforced concrete beams and panels, PFH demolition shears now feature cylinder rod protection. Patented fin-shaped break teeth allow the shears to operate on 40 percent less power than shears with conventional...

Kenco. (Attachments).
March 1, 2002... Ideal for severe applications, the Mass Excavator Long Stick increases digging depth and digging capabilities, according to the company. It quickly attaches to mini-excavators and to excavators up to 200,000 pounds. Custom-made for each...

Fecon. (Attachments).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Improvements to the 4,900-pound Bull Hog BH120H wood shredder include 3/4-inch body end plates and 1/2-inch belt housing covers. A round tube reinforces the front of its body and prevents brush from jamming the unit. To protect it from impact...

JCB. (Attachments).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Designed for 15,000- to 20,000-pound excavators, the 55-hp Brontosaurus is ideal for land clearing and mulching. The hydraulic attachment is easy to transport on a 10-ton trailer. Rubber track pads allow it to work on paved roads, curbs and...

Toro. (Attachments).
March 1, 2002... The Soil Cultivator for Dingo compact utility loaders transforms rough terrain into level land in a single pass, says the company. The durable frame and tines minimize wear from stones and hard soil. With a 36-inch operating width, it handles...

Dana. (Components).
March 1, 2002... The Commercial Vehicle Systems unit has a new Dana Spicer Integral Arm steer axle, which features king-pin-joint improvement for added durability. Optional features include wheel-bearing-adjustment hardware available with either fine or...

Mann & Hummel. (Components).
March 1, 2002... The 700/800 series Europiclon is designed for large construction machinery with flow rates up to 988 cfm. Its housing maximizes intake air speed to remove dust particles with up to 86 percent efficiency, according to the company. The filter is...

Peterbilt. (Components).
March 1, 2002... Available for Peterbilt's heavy-duty vocational trucks, the Haulmaax suspension provides increased payloads, reduced maintenance costs and longer vehicle life, according to the company. The suspension decreases vehicle weight and offers up to...

Donaldson. (Components).
March 1, 2002... Designed for heavy-duty trucks and off-road equipment the PowerCore offers an alternative to larger, conventional filters. The straight-through airflow and high-density design reduces system restriction and extends filter life, which reduces...

Bridgestone/Firestone. (Components).
March 1, 2002... Designed for dump trucks that carry loads between 380 and 400 short tons, the 59180R63 V-Steel E-Lug S radial tire stands more than 13 feet tall. The tire's belt package features a new bead structure to provide durability and also reduces...

IMT. (Service Bodies).
March 1, 2002... The QuickChange installs into the bed of 3/4-ton pickup trucks. The QuickChange package includes 32 cubic feet of secured tool compartment storage, a hose reel, a 1,000-pound capacity liftgate, floodlights and an emergency beacon. It also...

Multiquip. (Pumps).
March 1, 2002... Designed for plastering and fireproofing applications, the Mayco MG30-TD2 pump handles basecoat plaster and other cement-based, spray-applied mortars. The reciprocal, two-piston, ball-and-check pump is available in two models: One without the...

Partner. (Concrete Equipment).
March 1, 2002... The K700 Active III hand-held, gas-powered concrete saw is one pound lighter than the previous model, and its 71-cc engine makes it more powerful. A new blade guard provides easier adjustments. A reinforced cutting arm with enclosed...

Vermeer. (Drilling Equipment).
March 1, 2002... The Remote Lockout System, available factory-installed on the company's Navigator HDD units or as an enhancement kit for existing HDD machines, allows disabling the drill's thrust, rotation and on-board fluid operations. It monitors hydraulic...

Shenandoah. (Shop Products).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The Model 145 waste oil heater generates 144,000 BTU per hour of heat and bums waste oil, transmission fluid and regular heating oil. The Model 145 includes all the features that the larger models have, including a burner with slide-gun...

Lincoln Electric and the history of welding: On the construction site, Lincoln Electric was there when welding began to replace rivets. (The Iron Works).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Although founded in 1895 to produce electric motors, the Lincoln Electric Co. has gone on to become one of the world's largest producers of arc welding equipment. It all started in 1911, when company founder, John C. Lincoln, introduced the...