New concept version of company’s SHK-1 model, the Studson by HighBar Type II safety helmet, features the buckle-free, mono-chinstrap safety system. Initially developed for action sports athletes, the HighBar strap is designed to ensure a more proper and thus safer fit of the SHK-1 Type II safety helmet and full-brim version for workers within construction. The new chin strap system…
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Single- or multi-tank versions of new skid mounted fuel trailers feature capacities from 475 to 990 gallons. Each can be customized with additional compartments for DEF, grease, hydraulic fluid, engine oil, reclaim oil, water, anti-freeze or gear lubricant, as well as components such as a tool box; ARC N AIR compressor/generator with welder and battery charger; and, tool/parts storage compartment.…
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A global player in radio remote controls, engine and generator control panels, plus cloud-based monitoring and control solutions, has announced the North American market availability of the Tyro 2S line. The wireless remote control systems suit mobile, construction and material handling equipment and, with IP65 to IP68 ratings, resist shock, impact, dust, moisture and water. The 2S generation spans Cetus,…
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Caterpillar introduces eight next generation Skid Steer Loader (SSL) and Compact Track Loader (CTL) models. The 250, 260, 270, and 270 XE join the SSL line, while the 275, 275 XE, 285 and 285 XE mark the CTL line expansion, alongside the 255 and 265 models announced in late 2023. Maintaining Cat D3 series DNA, the new SSL and CTL…
Read MoreFinding a level surface with plenty of room to load a trailer on congested job sites is challenging. Operators in construction have found traveling axle trailers provide the ideal combination of features to help alleviate site conditions. By matching traveling axle trailer specs and available features with their operational needs, fleets can achieve a safer, more durable hauling solution that…
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By simply entering a few details such as the load, required height and desired radius, the Crane Finder provides a list of possible cranes for a specific task. A new version of the technology offers dispatchers and crane operators a wide range of features and improvements—some in the background, some prominently visible. A total of 76 mobile and crawler cranes…
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The Doran 360 SmartLink TPMS simplifies and speeds the process of gathering off-road equipment tire pressure and temperature data, while also eliminating the potential for errors due to gauging or manually recording pressures. SmartLink One-Click technology makes checks faster, safer and more efficient—affording technicians more time to visually inspect tires and wheels for cuts, cracks, and other damage. The system…
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Kenworth Truck has introduced a California Air Resources Board (CARB) version of the Paccar MX-13 engine, scheduled for Q4 2024 production and available on T880, W990 and T680 models. New aftertreatment hardware meets stringent California low nitrogen oxide emissions requirements. Key to CARB compliance are a twin-canister selective catalytic reduction aftertreatment device plus more optimized emissions controls systems. The CARB-compliant…
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Peterbilt Motors has announced the availability of a Paccar MX-13 engine meeting the California Air Resources Board low nitrogen oxide (NOx) threshold for Models 567, 579, and 589. It aligns with the CARB Omnibus Regulation and features redesigns of internal hardware and the aftertreatment system to effectively reduce NOx emissions. A larger volume aftertreatment system includes an innovative compact twin…
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Motion-based measuring device developer has upgraded its flagship technology, which utilizes motion sensors to enable accurate measurements of complex spaces and is now equipped with an advanced array of capabilities that include 3D terrain mapping, surface area, volume and cut-and-fill calculators. Unlike traditional tools for landscaping professionals, Moasure doesn’t rely on GPS, line-of-sight or cellular signal, but instead uses motion…
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