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…

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Hyundai 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…

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Volvo Excavator A Heavy Hitter in Tough Conditions

The Volvo heavy-duty EC380E crawler excavator is an exceptionally productive machine that lowers operating costs through reduced fuel consumption and simple maintenance requirements, according to the company. Powered by a proven Tier 4 Final Volvo D13 engine, the EC380E delivers high digging and breakout forces alongside reduced emissions with a 9 percent improvement in fuel efficiency. The Volvo EC380E’s hydraulics…

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Cat Calls

March 4, 2014 – At Caterpillar’s corporate press conference CEO Douglas Oberhelman gave an update on the company with a special emphasis on the company’s Tier 4 progress, the Cat Connect technology push and some of the new products the company is exhibiting at the show. He also emphasized sustainability and how the company’s global footprint can benefit producers and contractors.

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Case Excavators Offer Advanced Fuel Economy

Case Construction Equipment introduced the new Tier 4 interim CX130C and CX160C excavators to its C Series product line, offering customers fuel economy increases of up to 8 percent and 5 percent, respectively, versus previous B Series models; resulting in increased productivity, along with lower overall owning and operating costs facilitated through easier maintenance.

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