Tag: Excavators
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New Holland Launches In-House Designed D-Series Mini Excavators
New Holland Construction announced on August 19, 2025, the launch of its D-Series mini excavators with the debut of the E42D and E50D models. The new series marks the company’s move to bring design and manufacturing fully in-house, a change intended to improve machine durability and the operator experience for contractors, landscapers, and municipalities.New Holland…
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How Crawler Skid Excavators Are Revolutionizing Roadbuilding Efficiency
For roadbuilding projects, there’s one thing contractors can likely agree on – doing more with less is critical to maximize efficiency and profits. Tight project deadlines, limited worksite space, ongoing labor shortages and the drive to stand out in a competitive landscape demand smart solutions. In terms of an operation’s bottom line, imagine the impact…
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Managing safety risks during excavation work
Most excavation work requires some form of work at height and it is now commonplace for companies to hire rescue equipment such as davit arm systems. However, it is extremely rare for individuals to hold a recognised qualification for excavation rescue. Rescue plans often sit within the site office, are not shared with the workforce,…
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SITECH and RodRadar Partner on Live Dig Radar for Excavators
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in Business, Business Services, Construction, Construction Safety, Construction Safety Technology, Construction Technology, Detectable Warnings, Earthmoving Equipment, Equipment, Equipment Management, Equipment Monitoring & Logistics, Excavators, Featured, GPS, Laser & Other, Machine Grade Control, RentalRodRadar and SITECH Deutschland GmbH partnered to work on advancing excavation safety. The technology is real-time underground utility strike avoidance technology for excavation equipment. This partnership will help expand the reach and availability of the safety technology. RodRadar, the developer of Live Dig Radar (LDR), has entered a strategic distribution agreement with SITECH Deutschland GmbH, a provider…
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Volvo Adds Hybrid Technology to New-Gen Excavators
Volvo Construction Equipment has announced the addition of hybrid models to its newest generation of excavators. These models ranging from 26 tons to 50 tons include the EC260 Hybrid, EC300 Hybrid, EC370 Hybrid, EC400 Hybrid, and EC500 Hybrid, making them the biggest models in Volvo’s hybrid portfolio. These new models deliver up to 20% better fuel efficiency than the previous series’ conventional models…
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5 Ways Alternative Drilling Solutions for Excavators Spark New Revenue Streams
The construction industry is constantly evolving, with new technologies and methodologies reshaping how projects are completed. Excavators, as one of the most versatile machines on any jobsite, are now playing a larger role in specialized tasks like drilling. Alternative drilling solutions designed for excavators open the door to new opportunities, allowing contractors to expand their…
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Kubota Introduces 2 New Excavators, New CTL at WOC
Kubota Tractor Corp. kicked off 2025 with three new additions to its powerful compact construction lineup with the launch of two new excavators and a new compact track loader from the showroom floor at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. The U17-5 and KX040-5 join Kubota’s robust excavator lineup, while the SVL97-3 takes the top…