Nasa wants to build a base on the moon with robotic construction equipment.
Tags: Astrobotic, bulldozer dump moon construction equipment, Moon Construction, Moon Construction equipment
Komatsu’s top field and service technicians travel to Cartersville, GA, to compete in week-long competitions involving equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting
The 13th annual Komatsu Advanced Technician Competition (KATC) to be held at its Training and Demonstration Facility in Cartersville, Georgia, the week of March 2 through March 5, 2009.
T450D Scraper Hauler
Using Volvo’s expertise in the construction industry as a platform, the have developed a hauler for pulling scrapers.
Volvo’s T450D Scraper Hauler was specifically developed for heavy construction applications; well-matched drivetrain components provide optimal use of engine power, torque and rimpull which promotes high performance, high productivity, low fuel consumption and ensures long machine life.
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Tags: hauler for scrapers, t450d, Volvo's T450D
Press Release from VCE: Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has introduced the Volvo ECR305CL, short swing radius excavator to the North America market, the third of its class within the last 12 months. The new product range was developed by Volvo to fill a rapidly growing need for short swing excavators on congested worksites and in confined areas. The first two models in the new series, the Volvo ECR145CL and Volvo ECR235CL, were delivered to the market in early 2008.
Tags: ECR305CL, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), Volvo ECR145CL, Volvo ECR235CL, Volvo Excavator
Caterpillar has released new software that expands the capabilities of the AccuGrade grade control system, the Cat factory integrated, sensor-independent solution for machine control and guidance. The new on-board software, CD700 v. 11, and new office software, AccuGrade Office v. 7.2, provides software support for three new machine families—wheel loaders, wheel dozers and towed scrapers.
New B-Series Cat® Knuckleboom Loader Offers Fuel Economy and Power Choices
Cat Forest Products recently launched the new B Series knuckleboom log loader with the introduction of the Cat® 559B. The loader features an enhanced engine and hydraulic power system that improves fuel economy and gives the operator more control to match the loader’s power output to job requirements.
Yes its back….Stay tuned for more details and check it out here…
Tags: John Deere, skid steer smackdown
Cat Forestry Products New Cabs
For Immediate Worldwide Release, January 2009
Cat Forest Products recently announced updates to the cab on the track feller buncher line, including the Cat® 511, 521, 522, 532, 541, 551, and 552. The changes improve operator comfort and safety and machine durability.
* A full-size sliding window on the left side of the cab allows more fresh air into the cab.
* The escape hatch above the operator’s head has a new quick release latch system to allow fast exit in an emergency. The operator just grabs and flips the latch to pop the escape hatch open.
* The window mounting brackets and hardware have been strengthened to prevent damage from falling debris, and the design simplified to eliminate potential leaks into the cab. The sheet metal of the HVAC filter intake cover was also strengthened and thickened to prevent damage.
* The work lights have stronger guards and steel bar protectors to prevent breakage and improve illumination of the work area.
For more information visit www.cat.com/forestry.
Tags: 11, 521, 522, 532, 541, 551, 552, Caterpillar, Caterpillar Cabs, Feller Buncher
New TH406 and TH407 from Caterpillar
Per Caterpillar’s Press release
“The Cat® TH406 and TH 407 Telehandlers feature a number of new systems and designs to enhance performance, promote operator efficiency and machine productivity, expand versatility and keep service time and costs to a minimum. Both machines have a rated load capacity of 8,100 pounds (3700 kilograms). Each also has a two-section boom, delivering a 20-foot (6.1-meter) lift height on the TH406 and a 24-foot (7.3-meter) lift height on the TH407. The new telehandlers replace the TH220B and the TH330B in the Caterpillar line.
Tags: Caterpillar, Telehandlers, TH406, TH407
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