May 2023

Equipment Today May 2023
May 2023
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Equipment costs are close to 20% of total construction costs.
The Agony of Idle Equipment on a Construction Jobsite
May 25, 2023
Carryback works against efficiency by reducing payload in the haul truck as residual material is left sticking to the sides and bottom of the truck, decreasing hauling capacity for subsequent loads.
Reducing Equipment Carryback and Improving Hauling Efficiency
May 23, 2023
The Caterpillar 335 excavator.
Machine Control: Why Now?
May 22, 2023
Construction heavy equipment was top of mind at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023.
Pushing Dirt: Next Gen CTLs From CONEXPO
May 19, 2023
Kaeser has been steadily advancing the capabilities of its onboard interfaces to provide more condition information and more convenient and intuitive controls.
Smart Compressors Adding Advanced Monitoring to Jobsites
May 18, 2023
Monitoring fuel use is one of many ways data collection can be used on the jobsite.
Top 4 Data Types to Collect on the Construction Jobsite
Data points are like puzzle pieces that when connected properly, form a bigger picture or fresh perspective that can change the way you operate your business.
May 16, 2023
The Multi-Purpose Power Rake comes stock with a smooth edge, with the option for a Bolt on Edge or welded teeth.
IronCraft 4-in-1 Multi-Purpose Power Rake
The Multi-Purpose Power Rake comes stock with a smooth edge, with the option for a Bolt on Edge or welded teeth.
May 4, 2023
The skid infrastructure combines a 60kW propane generator with wind and solar power to create a microgrid that allows fleets to implement a drop-in charging solution.
Propane Fueling Solutions Launches Dual Recharging Infrastructure
The skid infrastructure combines a 60kW propane generator with wind and solar power to create a microgrid that allows fleets to implement a drop-in charging solution.
April 20, 2023
This machine is equipped with several multi-functioning capabilities including up to 60 cfm of air power, 10,000W of AC electric power, battery booster and battery charger.
Vanair Air N Arc 330 Diesel Generator Power System
This machine is equipped with several multi-functioning capabilities including up to 60 cfm of air power, 10,000W of AC electric power, battery booster and battery charger.
April 19, 2023
The quiet and powerful brushless motor of the battery-powered 525iDEPS coupled with a Husqvarna X-Cut chain on a 12-in. bar enables high, double-sided cutting capacity, balanced operation and performance.
Husqvarna Launches 525iDEPS MADSAW Dielectric Pole Saw
The quiet and powerful brushless motor of the battery-powered 525iDEPS coupled with a Husqvarna X-Cut chain on a 12-in. bar enables high, double-sided cutting capacity, balanced operation and performance.
April 18, 2023
Volvo CE's 245 North American dealer locations will enable customers to bundle the Voltstack 30k Level 2 mobile electric charger with the purchase of Volvo electric equipment.
Volvo CE-Portable Electric Partnership to Offer Voltstack 30k L2 Mobile Charger
Volvo CE's 245 North American dealer locations will enable customers to bundle the Voltstack 30k Level 2 mobile electric charger with the purchase of Volvo electric equipment.
April 17, 2023
With a rated operating capacity of 3,000 lbs. (1,369 kg), this 74 hp vertical lift machine is ideal for lifting and loading
JCB 300T Compact Track Loader
With a rated operating capacity of 3,000 lbs. (1,369 kg), this 74 hp vertical lift machine is ideal for lifting and loading.
April 16, 2023
Manitou 2750VT CTL.
Manitou Launches Compact Skid Steers, Track Loaders at CONEXPO
Manitou is pleased to announce the launch of three all new “V Series” compact skid steer loaders and three “VT Series” compact track loaders to the North American market: 2100V, 2300V, 2750V, 2100VT, 2300VT and the 2750VT.
April 16, 2023
The compact, maneuverable product can string together multiple POWRBANKs to achieve an increase in storage capacity without investing in a larger POWRBANK model.
POWR2 to Release Battery Parallel Product for Scaling
The compact, maneuverable product can string together multiple POWRBANKs to achieve an increase in storage capacity without investing in a larger POWRBANK model.
April 16, 2023
Settings available in the slope to daylight tool include the following: Slope Up, Slope Down, Direction, Side, Miter Corners and Maximum Run.
Insite Software Offers Slope to Daylight Tool
Settings available in the slope to daylight tool include the following: Slope Up, Slope Down, Direction, Side, Miter Corners and Maximum Run.
April 16, 2023