KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens hosted 70 authorized North American dealers at its annual National Dealer Conference, held Sept. 15-17 at The Curtis Hotel in Denver. Rock Products Editor Mark Kuhar was the only aggregates industry magazine chief editor to attend the event. Each year, KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens launch new products and sales tools for its dealers during…
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Volvo Crawler Excavator Focuses on Fuel
The new Volvo EC350E crawler excavator is an exceptionally productive machine that lowers operating costs through reduced fuel consumption and simple maintenance requirements in general applications, according to the company. Powered by a Tier 4 Final/Stage IV-compliant Volvo D13 engine, the EC350E delivers powerful digging and breakout forces alongside reduced emissions and up to a 9 percent improvement in fuel…
Read MoreCat Wheel Dozer Delivers Efficient Productivity, Long-Term Durability
The new Cat 824K Wheel Dozer builds on the solid performance of predecessor models with engineering refinements in its power train, operator station and structures, and in features that enhance safety, serviceability and machine management. With a net power rating of 405 hp and a maximum operating weight of 74,966 lb., the 824K is available with six blade configurations ranging…
Read MoreHyundai Debuts Upgraded Wheel Loaders
Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Inc. launched its two newest wheel loaders, the HL770-9A and the HL780-9A. These models are part of Hyundai’s new 9A product line, all of which meet Interim Tier 4 standards and are ideal for aggregate, quarry and truck loading applications. Hyundai’s HL770-9A and HL780-9A loaders are built with reliable components including electronically controlled, fuel efficient, Cummins…
Read MoreSandvik Offers Radio Remote-Controlled Drill Rig
Sandvik Construction added a completely new radio remote-controlled drill rig to its surface top hammer drill rig offering. Engineered from its conception to combine all the best features in one unit – drilling performance with high hole quality, easy maintenance and excellent maneuverability, as well as attractive exterior – the Dino DC400Ri is ready to take the lead in surface…
Read MoreEriez Reversible Liquid Vacuums Remove Oils, Coolants
Eriez HydroFlow Reversible Liquid Vacuums offer a simple, speedy solution to the usually time consuming and bothersome task of removing spent coolants, waste fluids and oils from machine sumps, reservoirs and storage tanks. These units will also discharge fluids out of the drum into a separate container, if desired, with just the turn of a knob. Lower quality competitive vacuums…
Read MoreNew Advanced Diesel Engine Insurance
The quality of today’s diesel fuel has not advanced, it in fact has deteriorated. Today’s diesel fuel contains more water than the fuel of just a few years ago. Water is the greatest concern because it is the most common form of contaminant. Water may be introduced into the fuel supply during fueling when warm; moisture laden air condenses on…
Read MoreNavistar Ups Support for Eaton Remanufactured Transmissions
Power management company Eaton has been selected by Navistar, Inc. as the truck maker’s new supplier of heavy-duty remanufactured transmissions. The majority of the deliveries to Navistar’s roughly 350 North American dealers will be Eaton FLEX REMAN transmissions that are available on the most popular of Eaton’s transmission models. “This new agreement with Navistar promises to bring a wealth of…
Read MorePhilippi-Hagenbuch Offers Pink Tailgate
Philippi-Hagenbuch, Inc. (PHIL) is working with the Susan G. Komen Memorial to increase breast cancer awareness and prevention and raise funds for research dedicated to finding a cure. Through December 2014, every customer that orders a pink PHIL Autogate Tailgate will have the option to take part in the Pink Tailgate Initiative, and PHIL will donate 5 percent of proceeds…
Read More‘No Dead Miles’ Means Lively Business For AMV Trucking
Mike Vernon and Stacy Dabin have a simple equation for running a successful business: full loads equal higher profits. “A lot of the competition has cut their rates,” Verdon said. “The challenge is to keep our trucks loaded all the time. As we go into the five boroughs of New York City, we bring stone for asphalt plants. When we…
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