The 22-ton Volvo EC220E is fitted with a top-range Tier 4 Final Volvo D6 engine that meets strict emissions legislation across North America without compromising on power. The fully optimized hydraulics system and ECO mode deliver the precise amount of power required to complete the task in hand, while the auto engine shutdown feature helps further reduce fuel consumption and…
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CASE Launches Five New Excavators
CASE Construction Equipment introduced five new crawler excavators to the construction trade press at a special event at its Tomahawk, Wis., test facility: CX210D, CX250D, CX250D Long Reach (LR), CX300D and CX350D. These new models are designed to provide significant operational gains, including cycle times up to 12 percent faster, improved responsiveness and multifunctional control, and up to 14 percent…
Read MoreBoart Longyear LS250 MiniSonic a Versatile Compact Rig
Boart Longyear introduced the LS250 MiniSonic, a compact drill rig. Capable of drilling to depths of up to 250 ft. when used with 4.75-in. casing, the wide 600-mm rubber tracks provide low ground pressure (.28 bar/4 psi) and make it perfect for jobs in the most sensitive and fragile terrains. Plus, its smaller footprint makes it appropriate for projects with…
Read MoreDayton Lamina Hydraulic Drills Are Portable
New Dayton Lamina hydraulic drills are compact enough to fit into narrow openings, yet they have the power for heavy duty drilling and tapping operations, making them ideal for various mining applications. Designed to fit openings as narrow as 9 ¼-in., they are perfect for work in tight quarters. The magnetic base attaches to the drilling surface at almost any…
Read MoreWOTUS Rule Expands EPA Authority; Exempts Quarries
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its final “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) rule. In taking this action, EPA greatly expanded its own regulatory authority and created new bureaucratic red tape for many U.S. industrial activities.
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