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Compact Equipment
All-wheel steer loader designed for productivity
May 2, 2017 On-Site MagazineWacker Neuson’s newest all-wheel steer loader is the 8115L, offering the power and capacity for larger jobs, but has a compact design to access hard to reach areas. The AWS wheel loader includes a rigid one-piece chassis that prevents…
ASV offers RT-30 compact track loader
May 2, 2017 On-Site MagazineASV LLC, a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, exhibited the Posi-Track RT-30. It is a compact track loader that offers a heavy-duty commercial machine in a small package. The radial lift loader is the…
Tech and innovation front and centre at CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE
April 20, 2017 by Corinne LyndsA forward-looking vision for construction and infrastructure took centre stage at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2017, from the unveiling of the world’s first 3D-printed excavator and the new Tech Experience to the largest show floor in history and a stellar education…
Drones provide new perspective on job sites
April 19, 2017 Jacob StollerWhen PCL Construction needed to assess the condition of an Edmonton rooftop in mid-winter, they chose an alternative approach. “Instead of sending somebody up there to walk on the roof in icy conditions, we flew a UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle)…
B.C. invests $7.7 million to advance wood use and grow global markets
April 18, 2017 BC Gov NewsThe Government of British Columbia is investing $7.7 million to promote the use of B.C. wood, advance wood building systems and products, and expand global markets, Premier Christy Clark announced at the Council of Forest Industries annual convention today. Premier…
CASE unveils “Project Minotaur”
April 11, 2017 On-Site MagazineCASE Construction Equipment introduced the DL450 compact dozer loader – AKA “Project Minotaur” – a fully integrated design that matches the best operating characteristics of a compact track loader (CTL) with a crawler dozer. A launch/production date for the…
Newly designed Doosan mobile generators
April 11, 2017 On-Site MagazineDoosan Portable Power unveiled three newly designed models to its mobile generator lineup — G25, G50 and G70. The Tier 4 Final–compliant generators offer improved fuel efficiency, extended runtimes and the industry’s lowest sound levels. These updated models are the…
Editorial: Take care of your tools, big and small
March 16, 2017 by Corinne LyndsIt’s difficult to put an exact number on the total cost of theft to construction companies in Canada, but according to a report from Zurich Canada, it’s safe to say the amount exceeds $46 million per year in insurance claims…
Optimism fuels brisk sales activity at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2017
March 15, 2017 CONEXPO-CON/AGGCONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2017 attendees came to Las Vegas ready to buy as exhibitors said they enjoyed tremendous sales activity throughout the week. As multiple construction and manufacturing industry segments converged on the Las Vegas Convention Center from March 7-11,…
Canada to be bauma 2019 partner country
March 13, 2017 baumaCanada is one of the world’s most important markets for the international construction machinery, building material plant and mining machine industry. It is the world’s seventh biggest construction machinery market. With a volume of 102 billion and 116 billion euros…
World’s First 3D printed excavator unveiling kicks off CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE 2017
March 7, 2017 On-Site MagazineCONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2017 got underway on March 7 with a glimpse at some of the cutting-edge technologies sure to shape the industry for years to come. Keeping with the show’s 2017 theme (“Imagine What’s Next”), attendees gathered for a demonstration…
Compact design expands versatility of Cat M317F wheeled excavator
March 1, 2017 On-Site MagazineCaterpillar’s M317F wheeled excavator offers a compact radius design that expands versatility and enhances productivity in tight work areas. It delivers the same capabilities and efficiencies as its standard radius counterparts. The 390F and 336F XE excavators, both with crawler…
Takeuchi’s compact excavator offers consistent performance using diesel or electric power
March 1, 2017 On-Site MagazineTakeuchi’s first hybrid dual-powered compact excavator, the TB216H, features both an electric motor and diesel engine with its own pump group to power the machine’s hydraulics. Machine performance is consistent regardless of the power source. In diesel mode the…
Red Rock CPS is portable and tough
February 28, 2017 by Corinne LyndsChicago Pneumatic’s Red Rock CPS 110 portable air compressor is powerful and tough. The lightweight machine is ideal for construction site use. Not only does the Red Rock have the ability to power two breakers with ease, but it…
Digga anchor drive is ideal in tight overhead conditions
February 14, 2017 On-Site MagazineWith a maximum theoretical output torque of 10,378 ft.-lbs., the new Digga MM-10K anchor drive is engineered for use on mini loaders, skid steers and excavators. The new planetary gearbox-driven Anchor Drives work effectively on auxiliary flows of up…
Mini Cat hydraulic excavator is built on reliable E2 platform
February 1, 2017 On-Site MagazineThe Cat 304.5E2 mini hydraulic excavator is the first model in the Xtra Tool Carrier (XTC) lineup. Built on the reliable E2 platform, this unit offers the same level of quality, performance, and operator comfort expected from a Cat mini…
Pave from the left or right with GOMACO 3300
January 25, 2017 On-Site MagazineGOMACO’s 3300 multi-application slipform paver offers extreme steering capabilities with Smart Leg and Track Positioning. It also features a smart telescoping mold mounting system for paving from the right or left side of the paver. The 3300’s extreme steering…
Allen AT14S places materials with precision
January 25, 2017 On-Site MagazineThe Allen AT14S swivel dump power track concrete buggy delivers excellent performance and maneuverability. Equipped with a 90-degree dump angle and 180-degree pivoting dump this buggy can place your material exactly where you need it. This unit is also…
Hyundai dealer expands into Toronto area with branch in Bradford
January 20, 2017 On-Site MagazineOttawa-based Bobcat of Ottawa, an authorized dealer for Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas, has announced its expansion into the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with the opening of a new branch office in the suburb of Bradford. Bobcat of Ottawa joined the…
Mack mDRIVE HD automated manual transmission boosts productivity
January 11, 2017 On-Site MagazineFeaturing a low-ratio creeper gear, the Mack mDRIVE HD 13-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) helps boost customer productivity thanks to improved performance and reduced weight. Now standard on Mack Granite models, it is available in direct or overdrive configurations, Mack…