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Western Global’s new DEF storage containers offer a universal solution
DEF Cube and Top Tote have a plug-and-play design and universal compatibility to connect to and refill any equipment with just a few tweaks
Moxion Power lands multi-million dollar deal with Sunbelt Rentals
U.S-based mobile battery manufacturer will help Sunbelt Rentals’ customers decarbonize construction sites with its 100% electric solution
MTG introduces new ground engaging solutions for earthmoving equipment
COMET and VEEMET systems are designed for long wear, ease of maintenance and simplicity of use
Are reports of the impending death of the diesel combustion engine exaggerated?
Alternative power solutions all come with their own set of challenges, suggesting it might be a while before industry weans itself off diesel 
Wacker Neuson innovates with WPU1550A gas-powered plate compactor
With just the flip of its handle, the new plate goes forward or reverse, combining the best of the company’s WP series single-direction plates and its reversible plate technology
Develon to bring new compact track loader to North America in 2024
The company formerly known as Doosan enters a new category in North America with the 116-hp, large-frame DTL35
Gearflow simplifies parts ordering with new Parts Hub
New software consolidates fleet managers’ parts requests with local dealers across their mixed fleet all in one place, eliminating hundreds of daily calls and texts
Which 5 states are adding the most construction jobs?
Gains are a sign demand for construction remains robust, but experts warn that labor shortages continue to hold many companies back
4 big takeaways from CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023
Technology took center stage at the show, as did sustainability, hinting at what the future holds for construction in North America, and the world
Holcim’s ECOPact low-carbon concrete wins Contractors’ Choice in Next Level Awards at CONEXPO-CON/AGG
The Next Level Awards are part of a new program celebrating exhibiting companies developing new products, technologies and services designed to advance construction
Kubota introduces 3.8-liter hydrogen engine, focuses on carbon-neutrality
Similar to gasoline engines, the 3.8-liter hydrogen engine offers spark ignition while packing a punch at 85 kW – which is also the power required for a 45 kVA generator
Vermeer introduces GPS-enabled Verifier G3+ utility locator
Verifier G3+ utility locator pairs with smartphones using a mobile app to plot location information, including depth, current index, GPS data, utility type, device name and operator
California’s high speed rail costs rise to $128 billion
Construction has been delayed due to difficulty relocating utilities and getting permissions, but the authority has 96% of the right-of-way needed to build the line
Xtreme introduces ‘Trackzilla’ telehandler
The new machine has a “record-breaking” working height of 100 feet, maximum lifting capacity of 50,000 lbs. and forward reach of 75 feet
The top 10 metropolitan areas with the most construction jobs added and lost
Associated General Contractors (AGC) urges Congress to enact targeted immigration reforms and invest in construction prep programs to help with skilled labor shortage
Leica and Caterpillar collaborate on new machine control option for excavators
Companies’ ‘strategic cooperation’ will enable simplified installation of the Leica MC1 3D machine control technology into Caterpillar Next Gen 2D excavators
‘No special treatment – just respect’ say America’s female demolition workers
A group of prominent female demolition workers have told their male counterparts that treating women as a separate category actually hinders their progress within the industry
Terex to move 10 Genie product lines to Mexico
The news follows Genie’s announcement in 2021 that it would close its Oklahoma facility and shift its telehandler production to Mexico
Australian Patrick Doheny wins Cat’s Global Operator Challenge
Caterpillar’s worldwide competition celebrates machine operators while advocating and driving awareness for their trade, and highlighting solutions that address job site challenges
Develon debuts with driverless excavator at CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment, the new brand remains centered on its stable of orange machines, but now also features its new Concept-X2 autonomous equipment
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