Volvo L45F and L50F wheel loaders offer twin peaks – Performance and Productivity

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 is the L45F and L50F machines. Fitting into the mid sized class of machines, both wheel loaders are made for performance, with... 

Al Hamra Tower, Kuwait City

With the building´s structure elegantly wrapped in a cloak-like glass facade, the Al Hamra Tower on the Persian Gulf creates the vision of a highly visible sculpture, rising to an impressive height of 412 metres. As construction progress steadily continues, it becomes clear that the Al Hamra Tower is not only a multi-storey building with a remarkable height but also that a new landmark is being developed through its very distinctive design. After... 

Hitachi introduces two new ZW wheel loaders

Hitachi has introduced two new models to further strengthen its popular ZW wheel loader line-up. The ZW140 and ZW150 join the ZW180, ZW220, ZW250 and ZW310, which have already made a significant impact in the key European markets. Hitachi engineers have used their vast experience and unrivalled expertise to extend the range of wheel loaders to complement the established Zaxis-3 excavators. The market-leading technology at their disposal has enabled... 

Hybrid Floor Maintenance Has Arrived

The first of its kind – floor scrubber, burnisher and vacuum recovery unit powered with an EPA and CARB approved engine – is now available in one machine by Eagle Solutions. The EcoScrub-n-Buff will make a great addition to the janitor’s arsenal of floor maintenance equipment. It can be used on many floor surfaces including tile, VCT, polished or unpolished concrete, marble and terrazzo. The “hybrid” EcoScrub-n-Buff utilizes... 

KONE Expands Sustainable Offerings

KONE, a leading provider of elevator and escalator equipment and services, further reinforced its environmental leadership today by introducing the next generation Machine Room-Less (MRL), MonoSpace (http://www.kone.com/countries/en_US/Elevators/MonoSpace/Pages/default.aspx) elevator at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Greenbuild 2008 Conference and Expo. The next generation MonoSpace utilizes the same proven design and technology of the MonoSpace... 

Introducing the all-new JCB 8055

The new benchmark in midi excavator performance. House builders, local authorities, utilities, highway maintenance, landscaping, plant and tool hire….no matter what the industry sector, the new JCB 8055 midi excavator excels. Available as either reduced or zero tailswing versions, the 8055 incorporates a brand new Tier III Isuzu 35.9kW (48.1hp) engine. This delivers impressive power that is transferred into efficient and effective digging and tracking... 

Caterpillar® 904H Compact Wheel Loader Features Refined Performance, Versatility and Low Emissions

The new Caterpillar® 904H compact wheel loader provides a productive combination of power, versatility and operator amenities. With 52 net horsepower (39 kW) and an operating weight of 9,900 pounds (4490 kg), the 904H replaces the popular 904B. The new loader features a new engine, new axles, articulated steering, two-speed hydrostatic drive, powerful Z-bar loader linkage, universal coupler (compatible with skid-steer-loader work tools), new operator’s... 

DEERE ROLLS OUT TWO NEW WHEELED EXCAVATORS

John Deere Construction & Forestry has introduced two new wheeled excavators, the 190D W and the 220D W, featuring Tier 3-certified engines and significant increases in horsepower, weight and digging forces over their predecessors. Both units have fuel-efficient 5.2-L diesel engines rated at 159 hp, with the 190D W weighing in at 44, 974 lbs. and the 220D W at 51, 368 lbs. when both are equipped with two-piece booms and front and rear outriggers.... 

Komatsu Adds D31EX-22 and D31PX-22 Crawler Dozers To Its HST Dozer Fleet

Komatsu America Corp. introduces the D31EX-22 and D31PX-22 crawler dozers. Equipped with Komatsu’s proven Hydrostatic Transmission (HST) these machines are designed for work in general construction, site preparation, home building, forestry and utility applications. Building on the successful design of the D51-22 dozer series, the D31EX-22 machines feature a super-slant nose coupled with a new cab forward design that moves the operator closer to... 

Komatsu announces PC88MR-8 Mid-Sized Hydraulic Excavator

Komatsu America Corp. (KAC) announces the PC88MR-8 mid-sized hydraulic excavator designed to bring increased production and added operator comfort to contractors in a wide variety of construction, utility, landscaping and other excavating applications. The eight ton class (8.4 metric tons) unit bridges the gap between “compact” and “construction”-sized units. The PC88MR-8 is equipped with the latest KOMTRAX® technology which sends machine...