September 2023

Equipment Today September 2023

September 2023

With this new feature, operators no longer need to pump a reel by hand. Instead, the drill does all the work — raising a 2,000-lb. reel from the ground to a loaded position in under 25 seconds.

Stellar Launches Cordless Drill Pump for Cable Trailers

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Utility Field Tech Tips

By using Epiroc's VC double drum model, which doesn't have to move side by side, operators can dig different trenches, including those with flat bottoms.

Equipment for Underground Utility Construction

Contractors require real-time data to make informed decisions, ensure profitability and prevent costly overruns.

8 Elements of ADCM & the Future of Technology on the Jobsite

High-reach excavators are often used on deconstruction sites of large industrial plants and city buildings.

Avoiding Demolition Hazards

New fire dozer packages for the Cat D5 were developed based on conversations with agencies like the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, the Georgia Forestry Commission and CAL FIRE.

Winch Optimization on New Fire Dozer Packages

Feedback from agencies helped inform the engineering of new fire dozer packages for the Caterpillar D5 and its predecessor, the D6N.

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The Winners: Contractors’ Top 50 New Products

Many 2023, winning equipment and products were launched or featured during construction events.

Lori Ditoro and Amy Crouse, Volvo Head PR & Exhibitions Region North America, during the Volvo event

The Joy of Driving Big Equipment & Our Top New Products

An August event at Volvo CE gave me the chance to drive my largest vehicle yet.

Powered by a 56-hp KOHLER KDI 1903 turbocharged engine, the RCU-55 can work on steep slopes up to 55°.

FAE RCU-55 Remote Controlled Tracked Carrier

Powered by a 56-hp KOHLER KDI 1903 turbocharged engine, the RCU-55 can work on steep slopes up to 55 degrees.

Powered by a 44.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the electric excavator offers four hours of continuous operation or eight hours of intermittent use.

Bobcat E32e Electric Excavator

Powered by a 44.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the electric excavator offers four hours of continuous operation or eight hours of intermittent use.

The FX 3-A is a fully mobile and autonomous system with no power cables needed.

Hilti Launches FX 3-A Cordless Stud Fusion System

The FX 3-A is a fully mobile and autonomous system with no power cables needed.

Powered by the Honda eGX battery platform, the LFe 60 LAT compactor is equipped with a push-start button, transport wheels, low-vibrations and a handle that folds for compact transport.

Husqvarna Unveils LFe 60 LAT Battery-Powered Compactor

Powered by the Honda eGX battery platform, the LFe 60 LAT compactor is equipped with a push-start button, transport wheels, low vibrations and a handle that folds for compact transport.

The DEVELON DL320-7 wheel loader is part of the next-generation -7 Series lineup, featuring upgrades such as increased bucket capacity, redesigned cab with first-class comfort features and fuel-saving technologies.

DEVELON DL320-7 Wheel Loader

The dash 7 Series model features the new all-around view monitor camera system option.

Compared to the 85 G-Tier model, the new 85 P-Tier offers an 18% engine horsepower increase and the addition of turbo for high altitude performance.

John Deere 85 P-Tier Excavator

Compared to the 85 G-Tier model, the new 85 P-Tier boasts an 18% engine horsepower increase and the addition of a turbo for high altitude performance.

Powered by a six-cylinder, EPA Tier 4 Final L9 Cummins engine, the crawler excavator features three power modes and a maximum digging depth of 24 ft., 1 in.

LiuGong 936F Crawler Excavator

Powered by a six-cylinder, EPA Tier 4 Final L9 Cummins engine, the crawler excavator features three power modes and a maximum digging depth of 24 ft., 1 in.