Category: Earthmoving Equipment
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JCB Secures $45M U.S. Marine Corps Contract for 4CX Backhoe Loaders
JCB has signed a five-year, $45 million contract to provide its 4CX backhoe loaders to the United States Marine Corps. The agreement covers equipment delivery, attachments testing, and operator training, supporting a broad range of tactical and engineering missions. This marks the second major contract between JCB and the U.S. Marine Corps in recent years,…
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Chappell Tractor Marks New Era with Dedicated Hitachi Equipment Store
In the quiet suburbs of Boston, a generational business has been steadily shaping and building the community. Starting out of a family farm in 1955, Chappell Tractor began their business by supporting local farmers with tractors and farm equipment. As the area developed to be less agricultural and more industrial, Chappell Tractor reinforced the housing…
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Data-Driven Decisions: The New Playbook for Road Construction Efficiency
No matter the sport, grabbing a seat to experience it live in an arena, stadium or ballpark etches a deeper appreciation and understanding of the game. Watching our favorite team, we discover more nuances of their plays — a quarterback reduces their time to throw, or a defensive back notices a slight cue from the…
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Youngest Hitachi Operator in Training
Brandon Harp, owner of B2 Contracting Inc., grew up around all types of equipment and knows a thing or two about what makes machines good. His father also had a construction business and helped build staples of Georgia like the Hartsfield International Airport and the Georgia World Congress Center. With B2 Contracting, Harp is carrying…
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DEVELON North America Names Kim CEO
Woohyun Kim has been appointed CEO of DEVELON North America (HD Hyundai Infracore North America) and the DEVELON brand of heavy and compact construction equipment. Kim has extensive experience in leadership, sales and finance. Most recently, Kim served as director of sales operation and programs for the DEVELON brand. From January 2023 to December 2024,…
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Equipment Today Releases 2025 Excavator Spec Guide
Equipment Today has released the 2025 installment of its annual Excavator Spec Guide, now available to visitors in an interactive, searchable format. Sponsored by Link-Belt Excavators, this online excavator specification tool is customized to allow contractors to access exactly the excavator(s) you need to meet your equipment requirements. Using the Excavator Spec Guide, visitors…
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Kubota Announces Leadership Shifts | For Construction Pros
Kubota North America Corporation (KNA) has announced significant leadership changes following the Kubota Corporation (KBT) board of directors meeting held in Osaka, Japan. Effective July 1, 2025, Todd Stucke will take on new responsibilities in Japan as deputy general manager of Farm and Industrial Machinery Consolidated Division and deputy general manager of the Customer Solutions…
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Nominations Now Open: Contractors’ Top 50 New Products 2025
Hosted hosted by Equipment Today and ForConstructionPros.com, the Contactors’ Top 50 New Products Award serves as the voice of the industry, representing your equipment priorities and preferences when it comes to exploring new market offerings. Returning for its 15th installment this year, the annual Contactors’ Top 50 New Products Award is designed to recognize the best new product introductions…
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DEVELON Introduces Next-Gen Log Loaders and Road Builders
DEVELON has released it next-generation -7 Series log loaders and road builders. The initial -7 Series launch includes the DEVELON DX225LL-7 log loader and DX225RB-7 road builder, with more log loaders and road builders to be announced in the upcoming months. The new lineup features enhanced safety features, heavy-duty components and easy serviceability to help…
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5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Backhoe for Your Jobsite
Backhoes are the ultimate multitaskers on jobsites, tackling everything from digging and trenching to loading and lifting. With so many options available, how do you find the one that’s just right for your needs? The key is focusing on the features that will make your work easier, faster and more efficient. Whether you’re in construction,…