Volvo CE Battery-Electric Compact Excavator, Compact Wheel Loader Viable Alternatives to Diesel Equipment for Fleets

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For nearly a year, Volvo CE has been testing its battery-powered ECR25 Electric compact excavator, and L25 Electric compact wheel loader, with multiple customers on jobsites in Southern California with the goal of accelerating the deployment of zero-emission technologies for off-road vehicles. Both machines are zero-emission solutions that meet the high-performance standards of construction customers in a variety of applications, as proven through the recent testing scenarios. Powered by lithium-ion batteries and producing zero emissions, the ECR25 and L25 compact electric machines prove themselves as environmentally sound options, with significantly lower noise levels compared with diesel equipment, which reduces noise … Read more

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John Deere Rolls Out Performance Tiering Strategy Starting with Utility Loaders

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John Deere launched its Performance Tiering Strategy, delivering a range of products at different levels of capability and user experience. Available first on the wheel loader lineup, the Performance Tiering Strategy supports customers by providing machine solutions built for various applications and jobs to enhance profitability and efficiency. The Performance Tiering Strategy provides three tiers of machines — G tier, P tier and X tier. Adding a premium edge, the X-tier models are built with the most innovative John Deere technology and features, delivering the highest levels of productivity, efficiency and customer experience. P-tier models can be counted on to … Read more

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Kubota Unveils Updates to 2021 Excavator Line

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Updates across Kubota’s excavator line, as well as a brand-new model, have been unveiled for 2021. The most notable update is the U48-5, a brand-new model and Kubota’s response to the growing four-to-six ton excavator market. The reduced tail swing U48-5 compact excavator will complement the U Series and bridge a size gap between Kubota’s KX040-4 and its U55-4. In addition, the manufacturer will be updating several other excavators. Kubota’s next generation of excavators will include various engineering refinements with a continued focus on technology and precision control, enhanced operator comfort and consistent high performance.

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John Deere Introduces E-Series Cold Planer Attachments to Lineup

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Expanding on its established lineup of attachments, John Deere unveiled its new CP18E, CP24E and CP30E cold planers. These new attachment offerings help operators who work on street repairs, leveling uneven pavement, texturing pavement and cleaning around larger milling machines. The CP18E, CP24E and CP30E are compatible with John Deere skid steers and compact track loaders, as well as equipment offered by competitors. The attachments are equipped with a heavy-duty planetary drive system that delivers high-torque speed for the toughest and most demanding jobs. The planetary drive system is a wheel drive, which allows the operator to remove the side … Read more

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Leasing vs. Renting — How to Know Which Is Right for Your Project

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When you’re a construction superintendent, it’s your job to plan and coordinate a construction site’s operations to ensure a project is done on time and on budget. Although the company owners may make the decision whether to lease or rent equipment, you might be asked for input. Considerations about leasing or renting can have an impact on the successful completion of the project. The decision on whether to lease or rent construction equipment is not a simple one. The nature of the job, the business and the overall economy all play a role. When to consider leasing You should think … Read more

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