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Bobcat Company introduces the E80 excavator, a machine with a completely new design that sets a high standard by increasing service intervals, operator comfort and durability. Everything about the E80 excavator, part of the M-Series excavators, has been created to keep operators working longer, including the elimination of daily service points; a spacious cab and a top-of-the-line seat to keep operators working comfortably; and polymer shims to decrease wear on the lateral pins.

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Tags: Bobcat, Bobcat Excavator, Compact Excavator, E80 Excavator

Case Construction Equipment has announced the availability of joystick steering on Case E Series wheel loaders, models 521E through 921E. With the joystick steering option, operators can expect more efficiency, increased productivity and less fatigue.

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Tags: Case, Case Wheel Loaders, Joystick Construction, Joystick Controls, Joystick Steering, Wheel Loaders

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.

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To meet the growing customer need for specialized and more efficient equipment, New Holland is further expanding the versatility and productivity of its family of Wheel Loaders with the introduction of the S.A. Series Hired Hand, a Wheel Loader for Special Applications in the agricultural business.

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Looks like Volvo Construction Equipment has developed a new class of milling machines for the road development industry with the introduction of the Volvo MT2000 and Volvo MW500, designed to meet Volvo quality standards.

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Tags: Asphalt Milling Machine, Road Milling Machines, Volvo MT2000, Volvo MW500

If you are not aware check out the  Depreciation Bonus which will expire at the end of 2008.  \the AED Associated Equipment Distributors put together this website to help you out.  Make sure you check out he calculator on the next page

Depreciation Bonus At A Glance

• The Economic Stimulus Act allows additional first-year depreciation of 50 percent of purchase cost
• Depreciation bonus helps businesses that buy equipment this year cut their 2008 tax bill
• Applies, among other things, to purchases of tangible personal property (including construction, mining, forestry, and agricultural equipment) with a MACRS recovery period of 20 years or less
• Equipment must be purchased and placed in service in 2008
• Equipment must be new
• Not applicable if a binding purchase contract existed prior to Jan. 1, 2008
• Allowed for both regular and alternative minimum tax purposes
• Discretionary - Taxpayer need not claim the depreciation bonus
• Depreciation bonus will expire at end of 2008

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Two new mid-sized wheel loaders are the latest additions to Volvo Construction Equipment’s F-Series line up. The Volvo L45F and L50F delivers peak performance for increased productivity – and profitability.

The latest additions to Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE)’s ever-expanding F-Series range of wheel loaders are the new Volvo L45F and Volvo L50F machines. Fitting into the mid-sized class of machines, both wheel loaders are made for performance, with features that include the patented Torque Parallel (TP) loader linkage, separate working hydraulic pumps for maximum power, 100% axle differential locks, the famed Volvo Care Cab, and long service intervals. The initial rollout will begin in December 2008 in the European markets and delivery will expand internationally throughout 2009.

The Torque Parallel linkage gives both the Volvo L45F and Volvo L50F smooth, parallel lift, high rollback torque and excellent lifting power throughout the lift range. A key element to any wheel loader is visibility, and the linkage on both machines provides class-leading pallet visibility, along with a clear view of attachments. A wide rollback angle adds to Volvo’s already good reputation for retaining loose bucket material, while the parallel lift action makes it suited for material handling and pallet handling.

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Tags: L45F, L50F, Volvo Construction Equipment’s F-Series, Volvo L45F, Volvo L50F

Only 17 days but we can’t wait.  John Deere will be N1541 and they have a cool flash presentation at their website.  They are not saying much though.  Sounds like they are going to have some big news at ConExpo2008

The LR 634 Litronic crawler loader recently received the International Forum for Design’s prestigious “IF product design award” for 2008 in the transport category. More than 2,700 products made by companies from 35 countries were nominated for the award. Eighteen prizes were awarded in the transport category. The jury’s criteria included design quality, workmanship, material, innovation, environmental compatibility, functionality, ergonomics, visualisation of use, safety, branding and aspects of universal design.

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