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The Ford F-650/F-750 presents upfitters with a clean cab-to-axle design.

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Contents

SEPTEMBER 2017 | ForConstructionPros.com

2017 Contractors’

TOP 50 NEW PRODUCTS

COVER STORY

In this industry exclusive awards program, equipment owners and end users determine the winners. Page 12

FEATURES

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MAXIMIZE TECHNICIAN PRODUCTIVITY WITH THE RIGHT TRUCK pg 34 Ensure the truck has the proper capabilities and equipment to do the job right.

EVOLUTION OF THE TELEHANDLER WORK ENVIRONMENT pg 42 PRODUCTS 33 Oils & Lubricants 38 Trucks & Transportation 48 Lift Equipment 54 Underground Equipment 64 Demolition Attachments 70 Earthmoving Equipment 76 Technology Trends

DEPARTMENTS

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Today’s telehandler cabs boast added comfort and ease of operation through automation and fingertip control.

T RENCHERS MAKE TRACKS TO IMPROVE USER EXPERIENCE pg 52 Changing expectations and more compact jobsites have ushered in an era of robust, highly maneuverable machines.

SPECIALIZED COUPLERS SAVE TIME & BOOST ROI pg 56 Increased versatility and time savings can quickly pay for the initial investment in tilt and rotating couplers.

6 Breaking Ground

ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

8 Equipment Introductions

Contractor Saves Money, Improves Employee Health with Workplace Health Services

32 Profit Matters

PC Construction has achieved $3.9 million in cost savings by bringing health services to its employees. ForConstructionPros.com/20971649

62 Jobsite Solutions

Machine Control Solution Ensures Grading Precision On Top of the World

68 Earthmoving Equipment Five Tips For Using Earthmovers to Lift and Place Heavy Loads

System enables Brady Construction to meet a tight development project timeline.

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Demolishing Seattle’s Old Alaskan Way Viaduct

72 Jobsite Solutions

The earthquake-damaged Alaskan Way Viaduct was brought down in 2011; now WSDOT is preparing to demolish the rest. ForConstructionPros.com/20972791

74 Technology Trends

Ten Tips to Solve Conflict on the Construction Jobsite

80 Running the Business 4 EQU IPMEN T TOD AY | September 2017

Conflict is frustrating, demanding, and unfulfilling — and downright expensive.

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B R E AKI N G G R O U N D By Becky Schultz

We Celebrate Innovation EACH YEAR, WE REVISIT THE hundreds of products introduced in Equipment Today during a 12-month period to see which ones triggered the greatest interest from those who read the publication and visit ForConstructionPros.com.

While the data analysis required to narrow

the list to a mere 50 can be intense, the results are always worth it as we identify those products you deem the most innovative new products of the year.

It’s our privilege to congratulate this year’s recipients! You can learn more about this year’s winners starting on page 12.

Becky Schultz / bschultz@acbusinessmedia.com

CONTAMINATION

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Aluminum Drawers Barreto RTK Stand-On Track Trencher BN Products BNCE-50 Cutting Edge Saw Bobcat T595 Compact Track Loader BOMAG Cedarapids CR662RM RoadMix MTV/Paver Bore Repair Systems BOA-408i Bore Welding System Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Big Block EFI Engine Case SV340 Skid Steer Caterpillar D3K2 Mulcher Chevy Silverado HD with Duramax 6.6L Diesel Chicago Pneumatic MV 58A Forward Asphalt Plate Compactor Con-Cure NEX Concrete Monitoring System Crysteel Paradox and Raptor Series Dump Bodies Cummins 2017 GHG-certified Engines Diamond Road Smoother Digga Mini Loader 1MDS2 and 1MDS4 Auger Drives Dragon Asphalt Mixer Eaton GH100 & GH101 Biodiesel Hose Ford F-150 Pickup Truck Gehl 650 and 750 Articulated Loaders Generac MLT6S Mobile Light Towers Genie SX-105 XC and SX-125 XC Telescopic Boom Lifts GOMACO G+ Remote Control GSSI PaveScan RDM Asphalt Density Assessment Tool Hitachi ZX135US-6 and ZX245USLC-6 Ultrashort Excavators JCB 260T Compact Track Loader JLG X770AJ Compact Crawler Boom John Deere Large Frame G-Series Loaders Leading Edge Fang Rake Liebherr LRT 1090-2.1 and LRT 1100-2.1 Rough-terrain Cranes Loftness Carbide Cutter G4 Mulching Head Attachment Minimizer Fast Flaps Nissan Titan Single Cab SDLG Tier 4 Final Wheel Loaders Skyjack SJIII 4740 Electric Scissor Lift SlatTrax Ground Protection System Somero S-10A Laser Screed Machine Takeuchi TB2150 Hydraulic Excavator Topcon 3D-MC MAX Machine Control System Trimble Spectra Precision LT52 Point and Crossline Laser Vacuworx SL 2 Subcompact Vacuum Lifting System Venturo VC750FB Van Crane VMAC Direct Transmission-mounted, PTO-driven Air Compressor Wacker Neuson Medium-frame Skidsteer and Compact Track Loaders Western Star 6900XD Offroad MBT-40 Whelen Pioneer LiFe LF35 Area Light Wirtgen W 35 Ri Milling Machine Worksaver 36-Series Snow Pushers

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EQUIPMENT INTRODUCTIONS

These pages feature some of the latest equipment available. You’ll find a solid sampling of both new machines and models that have been recently revamped by the manufacturers. For more information, simply visit ForConstructionPros.com and include the eight-digit code shown.

Atlas Copco

Upgraded Walkbehind Power Trowels Bomag

BM 2200/75 Milling Machine With a 760.3-hp diesel engine, the BM 2200/75 delivers high-performance half-lane milling at 86.6-in. widths and depths to 13.8 in. Quick-change milling drum options range from fine to standard to power for tough applications. The 35.4-in.-wide conveyor folds hydraulically for transport, and the upper conveyor swivels 60° left or right to fill trucks to either side. The BMS 15 holder is designed to extend tooth life up to 30% and reduces the time required to change teeth. The unit includes an integrated service platform and a standard one-cylinder auxiliary engine that powers water tank refills, cutting tooth replacement and machine cleaning.

The BG 245, BG 375 and BG 475 include upgraded features to enhance versatility and safety. They come with either a twist pitch for precise adjustment or cog (quick) pitch for fast adjustment. The QuickStop feature includes a belt clutch that immediately stops blade rotation with zero-degree handle spin. Other features include a rugged steel palm trigger, foldable de-vibrated handles and detachable throttle that can be transferred between handles. Powered by 5.5- to 9-hp Honda gas engines, the units offer variable speeds to manage tasks from high-speed burnishing to low-speed, high-torque floating.

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Heat Design Equipment

Rap Raptor Asphalt Recycler The Rap (Raptor) Recycler provides the ability to reheat waste asphalt for use in pothole repair, patch repair and even skin patching. Modifying agents such as rubber and rejuvenators can be easily added to ensure a premium mix. The propane-powered Infrared RAP Recycler progressively increases RAP temperature without exposing the asphalt bitumen/binder to exceedingly high heat. Two 35,000-BTU heaters and one 100,000-BTU heater incorporate a patented design with replaceable heater cartridges.

The 21” x 53” mixing chamber enables continuous batch mixing and the 17-cu.-ft. hopper capacity accommodates approximately 350-lb. batches.

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SSR120C-8 Roller Compactor The 26,455-lb. SSR120C-8 roller compactor has been redesigned to fit the needs of the North American market. It provides 62,947/40,015 lbs.-ft. of excitation force, 32/36-Hz vibration frequency and .07/.035-in. nominal amplitude. It has an 84-in. drum width and 59-in. diameter and offers 55% gradeability. The unit is powered by a 160-hp Cummins QSB4.5 Tier 4 Final diesel engine. Electronically controlled travel and vibratory functions improve operator efficiency. Standard features include a rear view camera, heated air suspension seat and 53-gal. fuel tank.

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Vögele

Super 1700-3i and Super 1703-3i Pavers The Super 1700-3i tracked and Super 1703-3i wheeled 8-ft. pavers counteract thermal and mechanical segregation via an optimally designed receiving hopper, ascending conveyors and hydraulic augers that allow height to be adjusted by 6 in. With the ErgoPlus 3 console, the front-mounted extending screed can be quickly and infinitely variably adjusted from 8 ft. to 15 ft. 6 in., or up to 19 ft. 6 in. with hydraulic bolt-on extensions. The receiving hopper has a capacity of 14.3 tons. High-powered, separate hydraulic drives on the conveyor and auger deliver an optimum head of mix in front of the screed to support laydown rates of up to 770 tph.

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Productivity and efficiency go hand in hand, and Takeuchi’s all-new TL10V2 vertical lift track loader delivers both. A fully redesigned operator’s station keeps you comfortable, while the outstanding operating capacity and load carrying capabilities help you get the job done. Add in the unmatched responsiveness and quiet track design, and you’ve got the kind of power and performance that has made Takeuchi a world leader.

Learn more at takeuchi-us.com.

Takeuchi Fleet Management (TFM) is a remote monitoring system that keeps track of location, hours, alerts, and more to help you prevent costly repair calls, better manage your fleet and lower your overall operating costs. *

*Available on most models.

FIND OUT WHAT OTHERS KNOW. VISIT TAKEUCHI-US.COM TO FIND THE DEALER NEAREST YOU. ForConstructionPros.com/10074812

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EQUIPMENT INTRODUCTIONS

Innovative Equipment

UTX Scissor Lift

Ditch Witch

SK1550 Mini Skid Steer The SK1550 is powered by a 44-hp Yanmar Tier 4 diesel engine and directs 34.5 hp to the attachment. It is equipped with an available auxiliary flow control with low, medium and high settings. The unit has a 1,558-lb. rated operating capacity and a 94-in. hinge pin height for loading and unloading material on a wide range of dump sites. The 4.7-mph ground drive speed (forward and reverse) enables increased cycle times. The 74-sq.-in. ergonomic operator platform comes standard with dual-lever ground drive controls, allowing the operator to independently control each track. Options include dual auxiliary connections and a single joystick control.

The UTX is a self-powered scissor lift featuring a 12VDC system with heavy-duty battery and onboard charger that is designed to go on the back of a utility vehicle with a cargo box capacity of 1,000 lbs or more. It can achieve a working height of 18 to 19 ft. in 60 to 90 seconds and comes with outrigger legs for stability. It is designed for quick and easy manual leveling. The 60” x 30” or 60” x 44” working platform has a two-person capacity and is rated for a lift capacity of 500 or 600 lbs. depending on the model. The unit is designed to travel as fast as the vehicle to which it is attached. It can be easily removed in less than three minutes and stored off the ground using four standard jacks.

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Vermeer

HG6800TX Horizontal Grinder The 950-hp, 92,000-lb. class HG6800TX has an infeed with low sidewalls for easier loading of larger material. Its Series III duplex hardfaced drum provides the ability to remove and flip or replace single hammers, as well as to externally balance the drum. The SmartFeed function stops and reverses material from feeding into the hammermill when engine rpms drop below the efficient operating range. The Thrown Object Deflector decreases both the quantity and distance of thrown objects. The remote control puts the control menu and operating information at the user’s fingertips. The optional Damage Defense system reacts to metal contact by reversing the feed system to allow for removal.

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Yamaha

Submersible Pumps KCM

70Z7 Tier 4 Final Wheel Loader The Tier 4 Final 70Z7 features a 173-gross-hp Cummins QSB6.7 diesel engine that does not require a diesel particulate filter, a fivespeed automatic transmission with variable shift points and an Auto Idle Shut Down feature. A variable-speed reversible fan minimizes parasitic power drain while providing maximum cooling as needed. The roomy ROPS/FOPS-certified cab includes a full-color LCD multi-function instrument panel that houses a standard super-wideangle rear view camera and provides clear, concise information from the KCM IntelliTech System, including machine operations and settings. A 3.7-cu.-yd. GP bucket is standard.

The SP20E, SP20ET and SP20ESM dewatering electric submersible pumps offer quick and simple drainage solutions while remaining small enough to easily transport and store. Ranging from 24 to 33 lbs., they are capable of pumping up to 79 gpm or 4,740 gph through a 2-in. outlet for quick and easy dewatering. The SP20E and SP20ET models are built with a durable cast iron design to handle heavy usage and tough applications, while the SP20ESM offers a more compact design incorporating an impeller and casing manufactured from a blended rubber compound for maximum wear resistance. Its design allows for either vertical or horizontal discharge applications.

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INTRODUCING BOBCAT R-SERIES EXCAVATORS Robust. Remarkable. Revolutionary. However you describe them, R-Series compact excavators are the best yet from Bobcat Company.

R you ready for the revolution?

Take a closer look at NEW R-Series compact excavators: Bobcat.com/NewR-Series 1.877.745.7813 Bobcat is a Doosan company. Doosan is a global leader in construction equipment, power and water solutions, engines, and engineering, proudly serving customers and communities for more than a century.

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2017 AWARD WINNER

In this industry exclusive awards program, equipment owners and end users determine the winners.

Each year, the Contractors’ Top 50 New Products — hosted by Equipment Today and ForConstructionPros. com — showcases the new equipment and products that construction equipment owners and end users identify as the most intriguing. Recipients of the awards are determined based on your inquiries on new units featured in the magazine over a 12-month period, as well as page views and inquiries on the ForConstructionPros. com web portal. Each manufacturer is able to receive only one award, so the winning products represent the single highest ranking product for each company over the specified time frame. The winners are grouped into categories based on product type or application.

To learn more about this year’s winners, use the URLs shown or turn to ForConstructionPros.com/20972678 to access the full list of award winners with direct links to each product.

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36-Series Snow Pushers The 36-Series Snow Pushers are available for skid steers and tractors with loaders that use a universal quick-attach system, as well as for 400/500 Series John Deere loaders and loaders using the Euro/Global tool carrier. The attachments come in 8- or 10-ft. widths and are offered with a 1.5” x 8” reversible ultra rubber cutting edge. The rubber edge allows for use on asphalt and other surface types such as decorative driveways, cobblestone or pavers. Pusher side plates of 36” x 36” x 5/16” material help to retain snow as it is pushed forward, without leaving a windrow. Other features include a CNCformed 7-gauge moldboard with two 4-in. industrial C channels for solid support.

Adjustable skid shoes of abrasion-resistant (AR-400) steel are standard.

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SL 2 Subcompact Vacuum Lifting System Originally developed to meet the needs of a specific road plate application, the SL 2 is finding applications in various industries. It is a solution to common jobsite restrictions such as loud noise, debris and vibration, and is effective for work inside buildings and tunnels. The all-aluminum attachment features a hydraulically driven vacuum pump that enables it to lift up to 2,716 lbs. When activated, the system pulls a vacuum between the integrated 24” x 24” vacuum pad with Tough Seal pad seal and the object to be lifted, enabling a skid steer to lift steel plate, saw cut concrete, granite and marble slabs, landscape pavers and more. Quick-connect DOWNLOAD BROCHURE: hydraulic hoses and a universal mounting ForConstructionPros.com/20972519 plate allow use on any skid steer.

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Digga

Mini Loader 1MDS2 and 1MDS4 Auger Drives The 1MDS2 and 1MDS4 auger drives provide a maximum theoretical output torque of 2,119 ft.-lbs. and are engineered for use on mini loaders and compact tool carriers.

The units are driven by a planetary gearbox and work effectively on auxiliary flows of between 6 to 16 gpm. They come complete with a unit-specific mounting plate for easy installation and setup. The 1MDS2 is designed for simple applications with single-axis two-way swing capabilities (FWD-REV), and the 1MDS4 is designed for applications where dual-axis four-way swing capabilities (FWD-REV-LFT-RGT) are required.

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Loftness

Carbide Cutter G4 Mulching Head Attachment The Carbide Cutter G4 skid-steer mulching head attachment is available in 61- and 71-in. cutting widths with carbide-tipped or heat-treated steel planer blade Quadco teeth. The improved drum design with smoother interior body shape decreases drag and helps prevent buildup of mud and other debris. The unit includes a two-stage cutting chamber with two shear bars. Improved skid shoes can be adjusted from 0.5 to -1.5 in. to allow mulching below grade. The larger displacement drive motor delivers more torque, resulting in shorter recovery time. The variable-displacement motor (V-Drive) incorporates load-sensing technology and a synchronous drive belt and operates at 2,000 to 2,400 rpm.

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SlatTrax

Leading Edge

Ground Protection System

Fang Rake

The Fang Rake is a pin-on land clearing, rock and stump removal tool for excavators and backhoes above 11,000 lbs. It provides the ability to comb the ground to remove stumps, brush and rocks for simplified land clearing or for sifting through debris and rubble from demolition. It has no crossmembers to block the smaller debris from falling through. The tines are manufactured from high-strength Swedish Hardox 400 alloy steel, and their shape is designed to lift rocks and roots up and out of the ground with the least amount of energy required from the machine. When used with a hydraulic thumb, stumps and boulders can be grabbed and removed or positioned similar to that of a hydraulic grapple.

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Designed to mount on skid steers or compact excavators, the SlatTrax ground protection system provides access to work sites while minimizing damage to the ground. It provides a temporary roadway of recycled plastic slats connected into 25-ft. Trax sections that can be used on turf, hardcover, hills and curves. It can be deployed with the hydraulic delivery system, which rolls out 100 ft. of dual Trax (36 or 42 in. wide) in two minutes. The 3/4-in. Trax can also be handled manually to meet work condition requirements, and sections can be connected and disconnected as needed. Options include an adjustable spread system, storage reel DOWNLOAD BROCHURE: holding additional Trax, trailers and a ForConstructionPros.com/20972486 single roll system for mini skid loaders.

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Bobcat

T595 Compact Track Loader

Gehl

650 and 750 Articulated Loaders Weighing in at 4 to 5 metric tons, the 9,080-lb. 650 and 10,920-lb. 750 articulated loaders feature larger engines, higher horsepower, a digital instrumentation display, Power-A-Tach attachment mounting system and a multi-function joystick. Articulated steering, up to 45° turning angles and travel speeds up to 19 mph deliver optimal maneuverability and fast work cycles. The units are powered by 64.4-hp Yanmar (650) and 74.3-hp Deutz (750) Tier 4-certified engines. They provide 6,409- to 7,907-lb. straight tipping loads with the bucket and up to 130.5- (650) and 136.8-in. (750) bucket hinge pin heights. The Z bar-type linkage allows for mechanical self-leveling action, optimal bucket dump angles, mechanical return to dig and greater forward reach.

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The 8,055-lb. T595 vertical lift path compact track loader boasts a 2,200-lb. rated operating capacity (35% of tip load), making it suited for those who need to lift and carry more material without moving up to a larger machine size. It also provides a 119-in. lift height to hinge pin. It is powered by a 74-hp Tier 4-compliant, turbo diesel engine that doesn’t require a diesel particulate filter or diesel exhaust fluid. The unit comes with standard hand and feet controls, or optional Advanced Control System and Selectable Joystick Controls. Optional high-flow hydraulics provide up to 26.7 gpm. Other options include the Roller Suspension system undercarriage, auto idle (SJC-equipped models) and two-speed travel.

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Hitachi

ZX135US-6 and ZX245USLC-6 Excavators The 31,500-lb. ZX135US-6 and 56,830-lb. ZX245USLC-6 ultrashort excavators feature 101- and 159-hp Isuzu Tier 4 Final engines with integrated, effective engine technologies that don’t require a diesel particulate filter. The units deliver 19-ft. 7-in. and 21-ft. 9-in. maximum dig depths and 29-ft. 1-in. and 33-ft. 2-in. maximum dig reach. The hydraulic boost system and enhanced boom recirculation generate aggressive boom and arm speed. The ZX245USLC-6 includes a three-pump hydraulic system for even more flow. Both models offer High Productivity, Power and Economy work modes and auto-idle and auto-shutdown features. A rear view camera, factory-installed auxiliary hydraulics with programmable attachment modes and upperstructure handrails are standard.

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John Deere

JCB

The large-frame G-Series skid steers (330G, 332G) and compact track loaders (331G, 333G) feature a refined vertical lift loader boom design that rises higher, reaches farther and lifts more for quicker and easier loading. Offering power ratings of 91.2 to 100 gross hp, these machines work comfortably in tight quarters so operators can accomplish more with less machine. The units have 8,770to 12,100-lb. operating weights, rated operating capacities of 3,000 up to 3,700 lbs. and bucket breakout forces from 6,000 to 7,750 lbs. Increased auxiliary hydraulic flow and power allow use of a range of attachments. The cabs include an easy-access entryway, tightly sealed swing-out door, ample foot- and legroom and DOWNLOAD BROCHURES: enhanced visibility. http://bit.ly/2uSOE4i & http://bit.ly/2uSOE4i

The large-platform 260T compact track loader has a 2,600-lb operating capacity and a 74-hp JCB EcoMAX engine. Its singlearm boom and side-entry door allow operators to enter and exit the machine clear of the loader arm and attachment. With its vertical lift configuration, the unit can lift heavy loads to a maximum height of 10 ft. 5 in.

The myCHOICE controls operation software provides the ability to adjust travel and loader controls for optimal operation. The unit is available with an open canopy, or a cab with standard heat and optional air conditioning. A rear service door allows easy access to the engine and daily checkpoints. The 31 available attachments ensure year-round versatility.

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Wacker Neuson’s new medium frame skid steer and compact track loaders feature an industry leading hinge pin height, exceptional hydraulic power and engine torque, and a superior capacity fuel tank to help you get more done in less time. Even better, you’ll see a lower total cost of ownership with easy service access and a DPF-free, regen-free Tier 4 Final engine with an unmatched 4-year/4,000 hour warranty. Add to that an intuitively-designed, high visibility cab and you have a loader that is built to last as long, work as hard, and do as much as you do.

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Earthmoving SDLG

Tier 4 Final Wheel Loaders

2017 AWARD WINNER

The 2.5-cu.-yd. capacity LG938L and the 3.0-cu.-yd. capacity LG948L have been replaced with the L938F and L948F featuring 171-gross-hp (max) SDLG-branded SD60 Tier 4 Final engines manufactured by Deutz-Germany. They offer 27,558- and 32,010-lb. operating weights, 14,400- and 20,700-lb.-ft. full turn tip loads and 21,132 and 34,621 lbs. of breakout force. Cab enhancements include no-threshold doors, reduced noise levels, joystick control, first gear kickdown on the trigger finger and improved HVAC controls. Chrome coupler pins provide better quick coupler engagement and disengagement. Front and rear guard plates and guarding are included DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEET: on the underside of the front and rear frames. The Tier 4 Final, ForConstructionPros.com/12204702 4.0-cu.-yd.-capacity L959F will be available in 2018.

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Takeuchi

TB2150 Hydraulic Excavator

Wacker Neuson

Medium-frame Loaders This line of medium frame skid steer and compact track loaders (CTLs) is designed to meet the specific needs of North American customers. The SW16 and SW17 radial lift and SW20 and SW21 vertical lift skid steers have 1,600- to 2,100-lb. rated operating capacities (ROC), and the ST28 radial lift and ST31 vertical lift CTLs have a 2,800- and 3,100-lb. ROC. Bucket breakout force is 5,300-lbf. Vertical lift models provide a 124-in. hinge pin height. Power is provided by a 55-hp Kohler 1903 three-cylinder (SW16, SW20) or 74.3-hp Kohler 2504 four-cylinder diesel with no DPF. All models offer 38.6 hydraulic hp standard with optional high-flow (57.2 hp).

Their one-piece pod-style cab design allows the entire cab to tip forward with the arms down, providing complete access to all maintenance components.

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The 34,480-lb. TB2150 replaces the TB1140 SERIES 2 and is redesigned from the ground up. It offers a maximum digging depth of 18 ft., maximum reach of 28 ft. 8.9 in. and maximum bucket breakout force of 22,190 lbs. Its Deutz TCD 3.6-liter, turbocharged, Tier 4 Final engine supplies 114 hp and 339 ft.-lbs. of torque and uses a DOC+SCR diesel exhaust aftertreatment system.

The revamped operator station features an operatorfriendly, automotive-style interior, heated deluxe high-back air suspension seat and color multiinformation display. Features include boom and arm holding valves, an overload alarm, rear view camera and standard Takeuchi Fleet Management telematics system.

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Caterpillar

D3K2 Mulcher The factory-built D3K2 fills the gap between the compact track loader and larger wheel-type mulchers. It combines a D3K2 dozer and the HM518 mulcher featuring a 72-in.-wide reversing drum matched to the operating width of the carrier for optimum efficiency and productivity. The mulcher can also be removed and an optional blade installed for maximum machine utilization. Conventional long (XL) and lowground-pressure (LGP) undercarriage options are available. The pressurized cab offers an air suspension seat with seat-mounted controls, 360° visibility and is fitted with screens and “poly-carb” windows for added protection. The in-cab display and pressure gauge mounted to the mulcher frame allow the operator to easily monitor mulcher performance.

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Case

SV340 Skid Steer The SV340 vertical lift skid steer has a rated operating capacity of 3,400 lbs. and bucket breakout force of 9,531 lbs. It adds two auxiliary hydraulics options to its 24.2-gpm standard setup, including high flow at 38.7 gpm and 3,450 psi, and enhanced high flow at 35 gpm and 4,000 psi. The 90-hp FPT engine with selective catalytic reduction eliminates the diesel particulate filter. EZ-EH (electrohydraulic) controls provide nine adjustable speed and control sensitivity settings that can be adjusted on the fly. A single rocker switch allows operators to switch between “H” operating pattern and ISO pattern controls. Other features include push-button Ride Control, a wide cab with lowSEE VIDEOS: entry threshold and heavy-duty 14 x 17.5 tires.

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The new Trimble® Earthworks Grade Control Platform is designed to help keep operators in the drivers seat, machines rolling, and your business growing. Teams using Trimble Earthworks can increase efficiency on all types of sites and open up availability for additional jobs.

Lift Equipment JLG

X770AJ Compact Crawler Boom

2017 AWARD WINNER

The X770AJ compact crawler boom is the largest boom of its kind that JLG offers. It has a working height of 84 ft., a redesigned platform with a 500-lb. unrestricted capacity and an upper boom with articulating jib that provide a 43-ft. horizontal reach. A lithium battery option lends itself to clean, quiet work. Self-leveling outriggers and non-marking rubber tracks minimize impact on sensitive flooring and landscapes. Forklift pockets and dedicated lift hooks enable easy transport. A narrow chassis and unique narrow outrigger setting allow it to fit through doorways and gates. Forklift pockets and dedicated lift hooks allow for easy transport. Hoods open wide for ease of service. An LCD panel communicates in full language for quick troubleshooting, minimizing downtown for greater productivity.

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Liebherr

LRT 1090-2.1 and LRT 1100-2.1 Rough-terrain Cranes The LRT 1090-2.1 and LRT 1100-2.1 feature Cummins 6.7-liter engines that supply 264 bhp and 730 lbs.-ft. maximum torque. The 100-ton LRT 1090-2.1 has a 154-ft. telescopic boom with two-stage hydraulic cylinder and a rope extension mechanism, and the 110-ton LRT 1100-2.1 has a 164-ft. five-part telescopic boom with “Telematik” telescoping system. Lifting capacities over the radius range can be achieved with just two telescoping modes (Strong or Long). VarioBase allows each individual outrigger beam to be extended to arbitrary lengths for maximum stability. Other features include a six-speed Dana powershift transmission, all-wheel and crab steering and a wide, tiltable operator’s cab.

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Genie

SX-105 XC and SX-125 XC Telescopic Boom Lifts The SX-105 XC and SX-125 XC feature a dual lift capacity (660/1,000 lbs.) and the ability to automatically retract as they reach their operating envelope. This ensures a smooth, full range of motion up to 105 ft. and 125 ft. 1 in., respectively, with 135° of vertical jib rotation. A load sense cell continuously checks the weight in the platform to ensure it stays within its load limit. Both lifts offer 80 ft. of outreach and the ability to work 8 ft. 10 in. below grade.

The Mini XChassis axle system provides an 8-ft. 2-in. retracted or 12-ft. 11-in. extended footprint. The units feature a 74-hp Tier 4 Final diesel engine, redesigned heavy-duty generator, intuitive control layouts and shared commonality in design, parts and accessories.

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Skyjack

SJIII 4740 Electric Scissor Lift The SJIII 4740 was designed in response to an increasing demand for larger electric scissors in industrial/commercial operations. It provides a maximum working height of 45.3 ft. and an overall capacity of 771.61 lbs., and can be driven fully elevated on firm level surfaces. It comes with a 3-ft. roll-out extension deck. Welded cross tubes on the scissor stack ensure increased rigidity when working at height. Clevis-design scissor ends lower stress and further increase rigidity by distributing loads symmetrically over the pins. The steering system offers a 21-in. turning radius, and the variable-speed front wheel hydraulic drive allows for 25% gradeability. The unit has a 24V DC power source with automatic “smart” battery chargers and dual frequency capacity.

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provides a wide variety of control options, compact dimensions, and commonality with the Mustang skid steer loader line. A low operating weight expands machine transportation options All these benefits without sacrificing the industry-exclusive IdealTrax™ automatic track tensioning system. This eliminates the need for time consuming daily tension checks and increases machine performance.

Purchase a new Mustang Skid or Track Loader from an authorized Mustang dealer and receive a 2 year/2,000 hour XPRT Total Coverage (Full Machine) plan.

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Parts & Service 2017 AWARD WINNER

Cummins

2017 GHG-certified Engines The Cummins line of 5.0- to 15-liter on-highway diesel and natural gas engines are certified to meet current EPA regulations and greenhouse gas and fuel efficiency standards. Fuel efficiency is improved across the lineup. For example, improvements implemented in the ISX15 400- to 475-hp ratings provide fuel economy gains over the 2013 model ranging from 2.5% on the base engine up to 7.5% with a SmartAdvantage Powertrain with ADEPT (SmartCoast). On-Board Diagnostics requirements are met with enhanced monitors, ensuring tailpipe emissions stay within EPA limits. A particulate matter sensor has been implemented, and electronic controls have been enhanced to interact with the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) quality sensor implemented on DEF tanks.

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Bore Repair Systems

BOA-408i Bore Welding System Briggs & Stratton

Vanguard Big Block EFI Engine Vanguard’s approach to EFI combines customized applications of the technology with in-depth training and support. This allows for effective integration of EFI across a range of engine families and commercial market segments. For construction, Vanguard EFI engines feature an automotive-based, closed-loop system. They are available in 33-, 35- and 37-gross-hp BIG BLOCK V-Twin horizontal shaft, air-cooled configurations that offer improved horsepower, fuel economy, starting and resistance to stale fuel. Diagnostics options include in-field blink codes, a Tiny Scan error code reader that plugs into the service port to display error codes and diagnostics software.

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The BOA-408i automatic bore welding system is used for the repair of the numerous worn pivot points found on all types and sizes of construction equipment and attachments. Designed specifically for contractors who must keep their equipment up and running in the field, the unit is simple to set up, easy to use and works with existing MIG welding equipment.

It attaches to existing line boring equipment, or is available with an optional fully integrated line boring system that allows one-step setup and easy transition between bore welding and machining operations.

All equipment comes with rugged aluminum diamond plate carry cases and free factory training.

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Eaton

GH100 and GH101 Biodiesel Hoses The GH100 and GH101 biodiesel hoses are designed for high-percentage biodiesel fuel blends and hightemperature oil applications. They are engineered for maximum performance in systems with a variety of fuel types including ULSD, B5, B20 and more. They are qualified for -40° to 150° C with B2, B5 and B20, and -40° to 125° C with B100 and to -40° to 150° C (175 °C intermittent) with synthetic oils for transmission cooler and other low-pressure oil applications. The hoses feature a unique polymer that more effectively resists degradation, and come with a choice of abrasion-resistant fabric or rubber cover and multiple fitting options. They are tested to demonstrate no cracking at 1,000 hours during a hot fuel circulation test with B100.

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Reach New Heights When it comes to demolition, having the right equipment is key. That’s why the R 960 high-reach demolition excavator is built for reliability from top to bottom with all Liebherr components. From the high-reach attachments to the demolition control software and electronics, it’s all custom-designed to work together. So you can reach as high as possible with heavy tools without losing power or stability. Find your dealer at liebherr.us/dealers-emt.

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Road Building GOMACO

G+ Remote Control

2017 AWARD WINNER

The G+ control system was developed to provide concrete paver operators with versatile, operator-friendly software and controls and diagnostic abilities. As it continues to evolve, new features are becoming available, including the G+ remote control for hands-on machine control. The remote can be used with any GOMACO three-track curb and gutter machine equipped with the G+ operating system. It features a 4.3-in. graphic display screen that shows the run functions of the machine. Most paver functions are included and are controlled with durable, easy to use dials or switches. The operator also has individual control of each leg of the paver with automatic/ manual adjustments for elevation and steering. An emergency stop button and an alert horn are within reach for quick access.

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BOMAG

Cedarapids CR662RM RoadMix MTV/Paver The Cedarapids CR662RM RoadMix is designed as both a material transfer vehicle (MTV) and paver. When used as an MTV, the 30-in.-wide conveyor has a discharge height of 73.2 to 115.8 in. for non-contact paving and swivels 55° left or right of center for offset paving. For mainline paving, the unit can be equipped with a Stretch 20 or Fastach 10 screed capable of paving widths up to 30 ft. A 21-psi fully loaded ground contact pressure allows use on all paving lifts, including the base layer. The improved Remix Anti-Segregation System remixes 100% of the asphalt to combat segregation.

Throughput capacities in excess of 600 tph can be achieved whether equipped as a paver or MTV.

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Wirtgen

W 35 Ri Milling Machine The 10,141-lb. W 35 Ri is designed for tight or restricted areas for partial rehabilitation of pavement, milling around manhole covers, placing and removing road markings or interior applications. It has a 14-in. cutting width (expandable to 20 in.), a maximum 4-in. cutting depth and 82-fpm top operating speed. Three variably selectable milling drum speeds suit a range of applications. The standardized operating concept permits up to three milling depths to be saved using the ergonomic multifunctional armrests.

The WIDRIVE machine management system centrally manages engine control, travel drive, milling drum drive, water system and Level Pro Plus. The unit is powered by a 60-hp Deutz TCD 2.9 L4 Tier 4 Final engine.

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Dragon

Asphalt Mixer The Dragon asphalt mixer is a self-contained road repair system that allows contractors and municipalities to transport, heat, mix and convert asphalt millings into hot asphalt patch material while in the field. The entire system is automated and hydraulically driven and controlled from a central command center on the curb side of a 16or 18-ft. trailer. Its 500,000-BTU fixed propanefired burner can heat 650 lbs. of material to 350° F in less than 10 minutes, and can recycle chunks of old raw road material. The unit has an onboard carrying capacity of 3,500 to roughly 4,000 lbs.

The tandem axle trailer has a GVWR of 9,900 or roughly 12,000 lbs. (18-ft. model).

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Diamond

Road Smoother The Diamond Road Smoother combines a diamond tooth grinding system with a truck and trailer to smooth concrete or asphalt roads of bumps before preservation treatments such as chip seals, slurry seals and thin overlays. The automated system includes a water tank, profiling sensors, 8-ft. grinding head with long averaging arms, brooms, vacuum system and arrow boards.

Multiple pivoting wheels on each arm smooth individual humps and dips, leveling a variety of surface defects. A fast forward speed keeps work moving at a quick pace. The grinder has been shown to cut 1/4 in. without pausing and could cut to 1/2 in. without slowing down. It also offers a quick setup time from transport to grinding.

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“I’ve been running Hitachi for over 20 years, and they always get the job done.”

Roberto Almanza Operator, Long & Sons Utility LLC Simpsonville, S.C. Serviced by Flint Equipment Company

From the moment you first experience the efficiency, reliability and durability of a Hitachi excavator, you too will become Hitachi To The Core. These machines can help take productivity to the next level and boost your bottom line.

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Trucks & Transportation VMAC

DTM70 Air Compressor 2017 AWARD WINNER

The DTM70 rotary screw air compressor mounts directly to the PTO of any 4WD or 2WD Ford F-250 to F-550 Super Duty with a 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engine. It produces up to 70 cfm and up to 175 psi at 100% duty cycle. Its cab-mounted digital control box automatically idles up the truck engine to match air demand and warm the compressor as needed. The mechanical regulator is remotely mounted on the engine compartment firewall for easy access for setup and adjustment.

The liquid-to-liquid cooler integrates into the vehicle’s cooling system and mounts under the radiator. An air/oil separator tank mounts to the truck frame rail and a heavy-duty air filter is remotely installed for easy access.

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Chevy

2017 Silverado HD with Duramax 6.6L Diesel Chevrolet redesigned the 6.6L Duramax V8 turbo diesel offered in the Silverado HD for a 19% max torque increase, generating 445 hp and 910 lbs.-ft. of torque. The engine is quieter and smoother with noise at idle reduced 38%. It has a stronger cylinder block, heads and rotating and reciprocating assembly and a new GM-developed control system. It also features a new EGR system with single cooler and integrated bypass, electrically actuated, electronically controlled turbocharger and advanced solenoid fuel system. The Silverado HD with Duramax diesel is easy to identify by the hood scoop, which drives cool, dry air into the engine for sustained performance and cooler engine temperatures during difficult conditions, such as trailering on steep grades.

Ford

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2018 F-150 Pickup Truck The 2018 F-150 features improved engines, new front and rear styling and advanced technologies, including available Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection.

Engine offerings include a 3.0-liter Power Stroke V6 turbo diesel and enhanced V6 and V8 gas engines. The standard 3.3-liter V6 engine has direct injection and is expected to offer 282 hp and 253 lbs.-ft. of torque. The 2.7-liter EcoBoost features advanced dual port and direct injection technology. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost, 2.7-liter EcoBoost and 5.0-liter V8 naturally aspirated engine and all-new 3.0-liter Power Stroke diesel engine will be paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle incorporates a high-strength steel fully boxed ladder frame and military-grade aluminum alloy body.

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A.R.E.

Truck Cap Options for 2016 Nissan Titan XD These fiberglass truck caps are available for the 2016 Nissan Titan XD crew cab short bed pickup. Standard options on CX Series models include a front picture window, dark-tinted side windows, heavy-duty rear door with automotive grade T-handle lock, third brake light and more. The aerodynamic, mid-rise style MX Series provides added headroom for loading cargo and interior headroom and comes with a front picture window, dark-tint sliding side windows and heavy-duty rear door with automotive grade T-handle lock. MX Series options include a full fiberglass walk-in door, Yakima Tower Series Roof Rack, roof-mounted LED light bar by Rigid Industries and more.

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Nissan

Titan Single Cab The 2017 Titan Single Cab full-size pickup provides a rugged yet affordable entry point in the commercial fleet/work truck market. It comes in S and SV 4x2 and 4x4 models with a standard 8-ft. bed and powered by a 390-hp 5.6-liter Endurance V8 gasoline engine with 394 lbs.-ft. of torque. This engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission and provides a maximum towing capacity of 9,740 lbs. and maximum payload capacity of 1,950 lbs. when properly equipped. Also available is a Cummins 5.0L V8 turbo diesel (310 hp and 555 lbs.-ft. of torque) with an Aisin six-speed automatic transmission.

Available features include an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, Trailer Sway Control and Trailer Light Check system.

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Family owned since 1961, Ed says D’Amato Construction is known for tackling complex projects. “We go after jobs others shy away from. Done right, they always have a good margin.” For the last seven years, Ed says his Volvo EW55 has helped decrease the time spent on the job and increase profitability. “It’s fast, it doesn’t tear up the ground, and we haven’t had to do a single repair since we bought it.” Find tips to get the most from your excavator at volvoce.com/ExFactor.

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Trucks & Transportation Western Star

6900XD Offroad MBT-40 2017 AWARD WINNER

Available in 6x4 and 6x6 configurations, the 6900XD Offroad MBT-40 “MultiBody Transformer” represents the first XD Offroad series offering from Western Star and a new concept for the off-road equipment markets. The combination of a Palfinger G68 hooklift with a lifting capacity of 68,000 lbs. and a transformer package enables complex, heavy capacity bodies to be changed and back quickly and easily. The unit’s generic in-cab control system and self-adapting hydraulic system allow operators to quickly swap the controls of multiple body applications. Multiple hydraulic, air and electrical connections allow the unit to connect and power a variety of body needs, from flow-controlled SEE VIDEOS: hydraulic motors and pumps to heavy high-flow tip cylinders.

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American Eagle

Heavy-duty Aluminum Drawers American Eagle customers ask for lighter yet strong, durable materials that can provide increased payload on service trucks. As such, aluminum is used where possible and steel where it’s needed to provide a sturdy drawer system that still offers 500-lb.-capacity slides and the same features as the heavy-duty line. The aluminum drawer systems provide heavy-duty mobile storage with weight savings up to 41%. They feature individual locking drawers with single-handed T-handle, powder-coated drawer fronts and removable drawers. Each drawer is fitted with a non-slip liner and comes with dividers, a telescoping top shelf, 2 1/2in. riser built-in and concealed latching hardware.

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Crysteel Venturo

VC750FB Van Crane The 160-lb. Venturo VC750FB (which supercedes the VC500FB) fits Euro-style vans as well as the Ford Transit 250 Mid-Roof work van side door. Its 2-ft.

6-in. folding boom has a 750-lb. maximum capacity and 1,850-ft.-lb. crane rating. It comes with a 12V DC winch with 1.3-hp motor and a planetary gear train with 123:1 reduction. Manual 360° rotation with band brake ensures controlled load positioning and dynamic motor braking allows for controlled lowering. The unit features an integrated surface mounting socket with 12” x 12” baseplate, 25 ft. of 3/16-in. aircraft quality wire rope, a remote control pendant with 12-ft. cord and quick disconnect and load block with swivel hook and safety latch.

Paradox and Raptor Series Dump Bodies The Paradox and Raptor are designed for construction applications requiring durability and reduced weight. The bodies utilize a lightweight/ high-strength steel that allows for a thinner shell and eliminates crossmembers, making them significantly lighter than their predecessors.

A lighter weight means the operator can carry a larger payload and ultimately use less fuel by making fewer trips. The units come in standard and heavy-duty models. The Paradox and heavier duty Paradox RoxBox feature a square body style, while the Raptor and heavier duty RipRaptor are elliptical. Both lines are available in sizes ranging DOWNLOAD BROCHURE: from 14 to 21 ft. 6 in. with capacities from 13 to 26.9 yds.

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Developed by a truck driver, Minimizer Fast Flaps help to eliminate damaged mud flaps, DOT fines and time in the shop. They work like a very strong clamp to secure mud flaps without creating any holes in the flap or sacrificing strength. The steel bar grips mud flaps with such force that more than 500 lbs. of pressure is needed to detach the mud flap. If that occurs, the flap isn’t damaged, and can be reinserted into the Fast Flaps bar with a standard screwdriver used as a pry bar. The units feature a standard 7-in. on-center bolt pattern and all stainless steel, heat tempered to spring steel. Each set includes four stainless steel brackets plus mounting hardware and install in sections.

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Worksite Equipment Generac

MLT6S Mobile Light Tower Family

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S-10A Laser Screed Machine The 7,500-lb. S-10A laser screed machine has a 20-ft. telescopic boom and fully automated, self-leveling, 10-ft. screed head that allows the unit to screed 200 sq. ft. per pass. The OASIS Laser Control System allows fine tuning and calibration of the machine from the operator area, which is positioned in the center of machine for optimum sight lines. The Quick GradeSet System allows the operator to easily and accurately set grade in minutes. The unit is powered by a 35-hp Kubota diesel engine and includes hydraulic vibration with adjustable weights, two-wheel drive with proportional joystick and hydraulic motors and two-wheel steering control.

It is fully compatible with an optional 3D Profile System.

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Pioneer LiFe LF35 Area Light The 7.5-lb. Pioneer LiFe LF35 battery-powered portable area light features SlimLine optic to control and focus 3,500 usable lumens to work areas. An adjustable ratcheting mechanism allows for a 180° range of uninterrupted light. The unit includes a hard-coated floodlight lens, 8° TIR spotlight lens, 100% solid-state electronics and an impact-resistant, glass-reinforced, nylon housing. Its Intelligent Inductive Charger with no exposed contacts provides easy wireless charging, and its thermally protected, lithium iron phosphate battery offers up to 3.5 hours of runtime at full intensity and up to 7 hours of runtime in Battery Saver Mode. Chargers come in 12 VDC, 120 VAC and 240 VAC.

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The MLT6S mobile light tower family includes the MLT6SM and MLT6SK with four 1,000-watt metal halide lights generating 440,000 total lumens, and the MLT6SMD with four 240watt LED lights generating 88,000 total lumens.

The MLT6SMD is powered by a Mitsubishi variable ECOSpeed engine that adjusts idle speed to 1,350 rpm for lighting only and 1,800 rpm for lighting plus 5-kW clean power export. The ECOSpeed engine and 40-gal. fuel tank allow up to 205 hours of runtime. All models have a corrosion-proof poly shell, 23-ft. mast and 1-minute setup time.

The Power Zone Autolight Controller provides automatic start/stop selections, dusk-to-dawn photo sensor operation and 7-day scheduled run periods.

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RTK Stand-On Track Trencher The 1,690-lb. RTK Stand-On Track Trencher trenches up to 48 in. deep and 6 in. wide. It has a standard fixed platform and unique rod-linkage. Adjustable Trenching Control replaces cables for fine tuning track speed to keep trenches on course. The chain is engaged with the same hand used for forward and reverse controls, and the twin ground-drive levers are positioned within easy reach. Track speed can be adjusted separately in operation to keep the trench straight when working on uneven terrain. The 35.5-in.-wide unit has a 7-in. track that creates a 241-sq.-in. footprint on each side of the machine and generates only 3.6-psi ground pressure. Power options include a 21-or 22-hp Honda or a 23-hp Briggs Vanguard V-Twin engine.

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BN Products

BNCE-50 Cutting Edge Saw

Chicago Pneumatic

The compact, lightweight BNCE-50 has a 7-in. blade for cutting larger material. Its wrap-around top handle and rotating trigger handle enable multiple cutting positions and increased maneuverability in tight areas. The unit can cut rebar up to size #8, as well as pipe, strut, threaded rod, coil rod, tubing and a variety of other steel material up to a diameter of 1 3/4 in. Installed on the bottom is a spring-loaded material guide that helps to keep it perpendicular with the material that is being cut, ensuring a clean cut that is squared off at the end.

A specially designed chip collection bag collects steel fragments while cutting. The saw comes in a blowmolded plastic case and includes an extra blade plus replacement brushes for the motor.

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MV 58A Forward Plate Compactor

At only 150 lbs., the MV 58A forward plate compactor is lightweight yet delivers high centrifugal force in a robust design, making it suited for parking lots, bike paths, pothole repair and other demanding applications where uninterrupted production is required. It has a 14-in. plate width, maximum of speed of 82 fpm and generates 2,338 lbf. of centrifugal force. It incorporates a V-belt ventilation system for efficient operation.

An integrated, tubeless water distribution system prevents asphalt from sticking to the plate, and the unit leaves zero tread on the mat. A durable frame protects crucial components, including the 3-hp Honda engine. A corrosion-free, 1-gal. water tank includes an easy to reach flow adjustment valve. The tank is also easy and quick to remove for fast refills.Â

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Technology GSSI

PaveScan RDM Asphalt Density Assessment Tool 2017 AWARD WINNER

The PaveScan RDM asphalt density assessment tool is an easy and affordable assessment tool to nondestructively determine asphalt density during application. Offering real-time critical data for new pavement QA/QC, it uncovers poor uniformity and density variations that can lead to premature failures such as road raveling, cracking and deterioration along joints. Seamlessly integrating with GPS systems, the system features a flexible modular design available as a small, portable single sensor cart-based system or a three-sensor extended cart or vehicle configuration.

It includes one to three sensors, a customized Panasonic ToughBook, concentrator box and a variety of accessories.

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Trimble

Spectra Precision LT52 Point and Crossline Laser The Spectra Precision LT52 combines a five-beam laser pointer with a crossline laser, eliminating the need to purchase and carry two different laser tools. The system can be used for horizontal and vertical alignment, wall layout, ceiling installation, point transfer, tile layout, finish carpentry and 90° squaring. Automatic self-leveling assures accuracy and fast setup. Bright points and crosslines can be seen in almost all interior working conditions. Round, focused points enable easy marking and are visible up to 200 ft. away. Cross beams offer a wide 210° fan angle that intersects the side and overhead points. An optional HR220 line receiver can be added for use in short range exterior leveling and alignment tasks.

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Site Scan Aerial Analytics Platform

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The 3DR Site Scan allows you to inspect, survey and scan work sites with the Solo smart drone and seamlessly deliver that data to the cloud for processing and analytics. It leverages the latest image capture innovations from Sony and cloud processing capabilities from Autodesk to deliver an end-to-end solution.

Included in the package are a Solo drone, Sony Xperia tablet with Site Scan app, Sony UMCR10C or GoPro HERO4 Black camera, unlimited storage in the 3DR Cloud and unlimited processing and publishing credits with Autodesk Cloud. The app supports all reality capture needs with Inspect, Survey and Scan modes. The workflow, from flight and collection to processing and importing data, is managed on the tablet with a simple and familiar app interface.

The NEX wireless concrete temperature and maturity monitoring system lets you instantly view the live, realtime status of concrete 24 hours a day from any Internet browser. This is accomplished using multiple small, reusable sensors embedded inside the concrete, with lead wires routed to the outside of the formwork. Cellular nodes send temperature data to the cloud in real-time, where it is processed into secure browser-based software.

The nodes simultaneously record data onto an SD card as a backup. Unlimited users can view the data at the same time from any location for easy collaboration. The system will also send a text or email when the concrete has attained critical thresholds.

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Topcon

3D-MC MAX Machine Control System The Topcon 3D-MC Max system uses dual IMUs (Inertial Measurement Units) to increase on-grade performance and maximize speed and blade response, while eliminating the need for a mast on the blade. The IMUs work together with the ruggedized antennas to keep the blade as close to the surface as possible, delivering high-accuracy elevation, slope and blade rotation sensing and integrated configuration.

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P R OFI T M AT T E R S By Don Talend

Software Upgrade Allows Weekly Analysis to MAXIMIZE PROFITS Frequent analysis of project cost data makes it easier to move the job from red to black.

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n 2010, Lehman-Roberts Company, a Memphis, TN-based heavy highway contractor, replaced a legacy project management system from the 1980s with cloud-based Viewpoint Vista. Patrick Nelson, Lehman-Roberts CEO, says the fast, accurate cost accounting Vista provides often allows the company to change the trajectory of projects in midstream.

“Prior to using Vista, we looked at our costs monthly,” Nelson says. “We’d get last month’s job cost reports on the 15th or 20th of every month and it was like reading yesterday’s newspaper.”

Nelson sometimes asked project managers why things got off track and they would guess at what went wrong.

“It wasn’t fair to them,” he acknowledges.

With the new program, Lehman-Roberts Company no longer waits for monthly project meetings to analyze project profitability. Instead, it monitors and adjusts cost inputs weekly, meaning there is often time to move a project that’s in “the red” into “the black.”

Project managers analyze the previous week’s job costs and make corrections every Tuesday.

On Thursdays, they report to the Lehman-Roberts executive team on any projects that are falling short of targeted profit margins, as well as the corrective measures.

“If you’re talking to them on Tuesday about what happened last Thursday or yesterday, you have the information there to have a meaningful discussion,” Nelson explains, “and it lets you get out in front of those problems before they’re history.”

CURRENT DATA ALLOWS CONSEQUENTIAL ADJUSTMENTS The three categories of cost inputs Lehman-Roberts can control on a typical project are labor, equipment and asphalt hauling, says Nelson, noting that all three are tied to the company’s paving

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production rate. Reports are customized into an online SQL Server Reporting Services engine so that project managers can access them on just about any device in real time.

“One of the things we have visibility into is what our true equipment costs are,” Nelson indicates. “Vista has really helped

run out of trucks. It’s expensive, though.”

The software provides insight into haulers’ time and productivity. “You can see pretty quickly when a job is over- or undertrucked,” Nelson says. “It gives us insight into the right number of trucks from the plant to the job.

“We’re doing daily and week-

well. For example, a motorist might drive onto an unfinished pavement section and take out a guardrail, which then needs to be replaced.

Nelson reports that the insight into project costs, and project managers’ ability to take proactive course correction steps before a project is completed, have improved project profit margins.

WELL WORTH THE WAIT

Lehman-Roberts’ project managers — including assistant project manager Nick Koenig — now meet once a week and review project cost accounting data in Viewpoint Vista. Image provided by Lehman-Roberts Co. us on the haul side. We don’t own any trucks. We use 100% independent haulers and we make sure we’re being fair with those guys and treating them well.”

Nevertheless, the project manager must keep the optimal number of trucks in mind.

“The foreman is always motivated to over-truck his job and let them pile up in front of a paver,” Nelson comments. “From a quality perspective, he never wants to

ly reporting on job costs and Vista has been a difference-maker for us from the standpoint of accountability,” he continues.

“I’m a big believer that you have to find your problems very early — in the first 10% of completion. The first 10% and last 10% on a job are where you get hurt most often.”

Many projects incur major costs just getting launched and never recover. Failure to close out projects can cost money, as

Tracking costs with the software took a while to incorporate into daily operations, but now it is standard operating procedure for project foremen. They all keep Vista-equipped laptops in their trucks and enter data from work orders to payroll to equipment as soon as the information is available.

Lehman-Roberts had Viewpoint bring in trainers to show the staff how to use the software for both accounting and project management functions.

Then the contractor’s IT department took over the bulk of the training. Bringing the training in-house allowed the company to customize the program to its operation.

Nelson admits that cultural acceptance of real-time reporting took a while. It was a couple of years before all foremen started using the system and another year for them to gain the experience and adapt habits to settle into routinely working with it.

The speed of gaining insight into job costs — analyzing performance daily and weekly — made it more than worth the wait.

“Vista certainly has given us greater transparency in managing our costs,” Nelson says. “In a mature, competitive industry like ours, it’s really important that we do that. We should have done this 10 years sooner. It’s painful, but just put your head down, walk through it and keep moving. Be very wise about the technology partners you pick.

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EZ Oil Drain Valves are available in a stainless steel version specifically designed for diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank applications.

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Hot Shot’s Secret Diesel Extreme is formulated as a lubricity additive, moisture dispersant and fuel stabilizer and is safe in all diesel-powered vehicles.

• Cleans out fuel tanks, lines and injectors, removes moisture and boosts cetane • Lubricates the fuel pump and injectors and neutralizes acid to restore fuel economy and power • Removes internal diesel injector deposits • Expected benefits include restored throttle response, elimination of smoke, improved fuel mileage and improved cold starting

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T R U CKS & T R A N S P O R TAT I O N By Curt Bennink

MAXIMIZE TECHNICIAN PRODUCTIVITY with the Right Truck Ensure the truck has the proper capabilities and equipment to do the job right.

M The IMT Dominator IV offers enhanced strength and stability for higher crane loads, along with plenty of storage options.

any factors determine the productivity of your in-field service technicians. Among the most influential is the configuration of your mechanics trucks.

“Getting the most out of your service truck starts during the specification process,” says Tom Wallace, sales manager, IMT. “Neglecting to properly specify the truck is a significant and potentially costly mistake.”

A truck that is too large for your equipment will not maximize the return on investment, while a truck that is too small could mean needs go unmet and operation costs soar. “Prepare yourself before entering the

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buying process by doing your own research, and then work with a qualified mechanics truck distributor to design the right truck for your operation,” Wallace advises.

Also make sure you understand all the options available.

Craig Moses, vice president of sales and marketing, Stahl, explains that a common pitfall is not knowing all of the options available, or not taking suggestions from a reputable service truck upfitter who can identify options you may not have previously considered.

And though there is a trend toward spec’ing as much payload as possible while trying to stay under the DOT requirements for a CDL, the truck still needs enough capacity to perform the required job.

MATCH EQUIPMENT SIZE TO TRUCK CAPACITY The difference between a productive technician and

a frustrated technician can be as simple as the mechanic truck configuration.

“A service truck is a mobile repair shop and should be able to perform the work it is called to do,” says Sean Moran, sales and marketing manager, Stellar Industries. “Just like a customer would be aggravated if they made an appointment to bring their equipment into a shop and subsequently found out the shop is not equipped to repair it, your crews will be similarly aggravated if the same circumstances happen when a service truck arrives.” Plus, technicians may have to call in another truck, making the job more expensive.

“The size and type of equipment has everything to do with how much capacity they need in a crane, as well as how much reach is needed,” Moran indicates. “If a contractor has pneumatic tools, then a compressor is a must. A welder is typically handy for any service [work] — from repairing brackets to fixing a fatigue crack in a component. Generators are

becoming more popular to power the growing use of work area lighting and other electrical tools, as well as starting equipment with dead batteries.”

Not buying enough capacity is among the biggest mistakes.

“Most advice on buying field service trucks boils down to this: Don’t buy a truck that’s too small,” says Wallace. “Often, managers underestimate how many tools and other items their crews will be carrying. Identify what you need the truck to do and what you need to have the truck carry — whether it is a welder, a 200-gal. diesel tank or a heavy jackhammer — to help guide your selection. If you don’t take the time to carefully consider your intended purpose for the truck, you may end up paying overweight tickets or trading the truck for a bigger one in six months.”

He adds, “Trying to save $500 on a $60,000 to $70,000 service truck by not getting enough crane reach, compressed air capability or roll-out

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drawers can create problems that may potentially come back to haunt you.”

Consult with your technicians on their needs. “The tech needs to look at what size equipment they will be working on to determine the correct size of crane or air compressor and the correct capacity welder/generator,” says Jason Klatt, Western regional sales manager, Maintainer Corp. of Iowa. “The size of the equipment being serviced will determine what crane overall reach length and lifting capacity are needed so the tech can do the repairs in a safe and timely manner. Most techs will run either a 1/2- or 3/4-in. air impact, so it is important to make sure the air compressor cfm is great enough to operate these size tools.”

“Make sure you select a crane capable of handling the heaviest lifting need you might encounter,” Wallace emphasizes.

Lifting needs dictate crane size,

which governs the size of the body. “Crane size, body size and required payload combine to decide the size of the chassis. The required tools included on the truck, combined with other air needs, will determine whether a rotary screw or reciprocating air compressor is added. These interdependencies make complete systems integration an important capability to require from a service truck manufacturer.”

To recoup the investment in a mechanics truck, some contractors are asking the trucks to pull double duty. “Recently, we’ve been seeing more requests to add lube systems and reels on mechanics trucks,” says Wallace.

“The goal is to be able to send a truck out and not only lift and service the equipment, but also provide lubrication services without bringing equipment in from the field.”

In this case, a lube skid can be stored in the bed of the

mechanics truck, giving you lubrication capabilities without a dedicated lube truck.

AVOID THIS COMMON PITFALL There will always be tradeoffs when it comes to spec’ing a service truck. “There is always the ‘cost vs. benefit’ trade-off that occurs when it comes to what components to install and how custom to make the upfit,” says Moran. “Then there are trade-offs that happen as a contractor begins to come against their chassis GVW restriction, with consideration of how much payload capacity is needed.”

One of the most common pitfalls when spec’ing a service truck is choosing a chassis before

Having insufficient payload and storage is a common complaint with mechanics trucks. Technicians typically want to have everything they think they may need with them. Therefore, they want both payload and organization.

There is a trend toward smaller service bodies to avoid CDL requirements. This Stahl Challenger ST is mounted to a Ford F-350.

The size and type of equipment being serviced is what determines how much capacity and reach you will need in a crane.

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Maintainer’s 2-ton service bodies are built in body lengths of 84-in.

CA and larger. All bodies are constructed of 11-, 12- and 14-gauge A60 galvannealed material.

The Maintainer DuaLock aluminum drawer sets feature a single-action latch for easy operation, even when wearing insulated work gloves. Not only is the drawer locked in the closed position, but the DuaLock also locks in the open position. You don’t have to worry about the drawer sliding shut if you didn’t park on level ground. defining the full specification of the service truck required.

“A truck equipment distributor and the chassis dealer should be in communication with each other to make sure the correct chassis GVW is chosen with the correct wheelbase and clear cab-to-axle requirement,” says Moran. He recommends you request a weight distribution from the equipment distributor to make sure you have the payload you want after chassis upfit.

“Also discuss the horsepower and torque rating with the chassis dealer, which is driven by the expected loaded weight — which typically pushes the limit of the GVW — as well as where they expect to drive the truck,” he advises. “An underpowered truck is frustrating for the service tech driving it. A truck that is used in a flat city won’t need as much power as one that is used in mountainous terrain.

“If the chassis isn’t equipped with the proper axles and suspension, there is concern of being overweight,” Moran adds.

“When there is not clear back of cab to rear axle, it may take a lot of extra time and money to modify the chassis to get it to work in an upfit — if it will even work at all.”

One of the most common pitfalls when spec’ing a service truck is choosing a chassis before defining the full specification of the service truck required.

MAKE SAFETY A PRIORITY The crane on a service truck comes with many safety considerations. “Crane overload protection systems are critical safety components and in recent years have become much more sophisticated in monitoring lift capacities and load of the crane,” says Wallace. “Take the time to carefully examine load charts before you chose a crane.”

In addition, Moran notes that modern radio remote crane controls provide the ability to have feedback in real-time at your fingertips.

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“A technician’s safety and productivity should always be considered, and in that order,” he continues. “Lighting options are readily available so a contractor has a variety of choices.

Compartment lighting is practically standard, as is mounting floodlights on the top of compartments. LED lighting is popular as their lumens vs. voltage is beneficial. Many contractors carry work area stand lighting with them, as well; therefore, the proper storage location should be determined when specifying the truck, as well as where to put GFI electrical outlets to power them.”

According to Klatt, for the technician, key design considerations include proper lighting for night work and safe and easy access when climbing on and off the service body. Maintainer also offers lighting on the crane boom tip and optional 120-volt halogen, fire rescue-style lighting.

Mechanics trucks are an on-site service shop, and should have the storage, lubrication equipment and lifting capabilities needed for service in the field. and extended handle to more easily access the truck bed.

“When you are getting in and out of the truck several times an hour, the extra step makes a big difference in comfort level.”

In the past, Stahl applied skid tape to bumper tops for increased safety. “We have just introduced a circle embossed (punched) bumper which will allow for better grip and looks better, too,” says Moses.

STORAGE SPACE A CRITICAL CONCERN

For the technician, key design considerations include proper lighting for night work and safe and easy access when climbing on and off the service body. Maintainer offers lighting on the crane boom tip and optional 120-volt halogen light, fire rescuestyle lighting.

IMT offers continuously downward pointing boom tip lights for after dark jobs. “The boom tip lights cover a wide area, not just a single point, so the entire area is spotlighted,” says Wallace. “We’ve been able to utilize the efficiency of LED lighting across our trucks. The LED lights provide brighter and more efficient solutions than previous generations of lighting.”

Moses agrees, stating, “LED lights are definitely the way to go for safety purposes.”

“Small features that are sometimes easily overlooked can actually have a big impact on the user experience of a service truck,” Wallace notes. For instance, IMT recently introduced a rear access package that provides operators an extra step

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productive as well as allow for proper care of expensive tools and supplies,” says Moran. “GFI electrical outlets located where needed for recharging and powering electronics and electrical equipment is also handy. And for sure, a comfortable cab will go a long way. Contractors should work with their upfitter on the location of anything that is installed in the cab to agree upon a friendly location for the technician.”

Equipment managers should think about convenience options, like roll-out drawers and extra shelving. “Once you

OEMs have specific requirements as to where telematics can be connected to the engine ECM. Their upfitter and chassis dealer both need to be aware if telematics will be installed and who is expected to install it.”

Advances have been made in components, as well. “Everyone from the chassis to the service body and crane manufacturers are always coming up with new technologies — especially in the areas of latches, door handles, hinges, body materials and paints — to defend against corrosion,” says Moses. “[Stahl] worked with the paint suppliers to develop special blends of paint that cover at a thicker mil and defend against corrosion and road grime. We have a new LED surface-mounted lighting package which is simple to install and reduces leakage potential.”

A further technology advancement has been the introduction of lightweight materials in the mechanics body. Alternative materials can reduce weight and increase payload. “Using aluminum or other lightweight materials in the equipment is becoming increasingly popular,” says Moran.

“Over the last 10 to 15 years, Maintainer has continued to find ways to take weight out of the overall unit without giving up strength,” says Klatt. “Maintainer was the first company to go to aluminum doors on a steel service body.”

“Weight is always a topic that comes up among technicians. We address the weight issue by designing lightweight features like our inverted a-frame,” says Wallace. “IMT is always looking to reduce weight where possible without compromising the integrity and safety of our equipment.” ET

“When you are getting in and out of the truck several times an hour, the extra step makes a big difference in comfort level.”

Ensure the service body has enough storage space inside and out, Klatt advises.

Not having enough payload and storage is a common complaint, says Moran.

Technicians typically want to have everything they think they may need with them; therefore, they want both payload and organization. To address this, aluminum drawer systems and bins are becoming popular to allow for more storage at a reduced weight from steel.

Aluminum service bodies are also being used to allow for more payload.

Another common complaint is water intrusion into the body compartments. “Properly designed doors that seal out precipitation and installation of components that don’t allow for outside moisture to intrude is required,” says Moran.

Tool organization equates to increased productivity. “Properly specified storage systems, which allow the technician to properly organize everything he needs to have, will make him more

— Tom Wallace, IMT start outfitting the truck with tools and other equipment, you might discover that you need even more organization,” Wallace points out. “Bed liners are also an important option to consider because they help alleviate some of the damage caused during regular use and extend the life of the bed, while also giving you a better looking bed for longer.”

CONSIDER TECHNOLOGY CHANGES Modern equipment with sensitive electronics, tablets and smartphones are changing the nature of how equipment is serviced.

“The use of electronics is driving the need for clean electrical power, and the proper power inverter should be chosen to provide for powering and recharging as needed,” says Moran.

“Telematics are also becoming prevalent and some chassis

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• Heavy-duty windscreen prevents whipping of the tarp • Maintenance-free slider carriage bearings provide easy movement

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IMT Dominator III Mechanics Body The design of the Dominator III accommodates the IMT model 12000 telescopic crane without a front stabilizer for users who do not require 100% lift capacity in all load zones.

• Available in 11- and 14-ft. lengths • Side pack configurations include a right front raised with the left side all raised and an all raised version • Front vertical compartments with single doors provide easy access to tools without losing any storage • Energy-absorbing boom stow protects the top of body compartments from damage • Includes high-intensity LED compartment lighting and a multiplex electrical system with programmable logic

ARDCO AMT Pipe Trailer The AMT Pipe Trailer attachment for the Articulating Multi-Purpose Truck (AMT) has a 50,000-lb. load capacity and offers adjustable lengths from a maximum of 35 ft. 8 in. to a minimum of 22 ft. 2 in.

• Attaches to the AMT 600 using a supplied hitch mount with conventional fifth-wheel connection • Flexible-load rear frame with 45° swivel capabilities • Trailer axles with available braking system • Load surface constructed of oak timbers with Teflon-coated side pole surface

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LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Plus air spring suspension kits are available for 1/2-, 3/4- and 1-ton pickups to provide up to 5,000 lbs. of load-leveling capacity.

• Kits include double-bellow air springs with two-ply fabric and nylon composite end caps, plus an internal jounce bumper • Springs can hold from 5 to 100 psi to customize air pressure as needed • Feature stainless steel mounting hardware, roll plates and braided air line and military-grade AN fittings

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Custom Molded Floor Mat kits are available to fit eight International trucks, including the 5900i, 9200i, 9400i and 9900i models, with five kits available for 2016 to 2018 Western Star trucks.

• Interior measurements and angles of each specific make and model of semi cab scanned to ensure an exact fit • Retention hook mounted to base of stick shift keeps mats in place • Tray system designed to be easily removed for quick cleaning • Textured surface for a solid grip • Made out of a proprietary thermoplastic that will not break or crack under extreme conditions

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LANE-DEPARTURE, BLIND-SPOT DETECTION TECHNOLOGY SLASHES CRASHES Stellar TMAX 30K Service Body The TMAX 30K is designed to accept a 30,000-ft.-lb. rated service crane or smaller that lifts 5,000 lbs. or less.

• Features the Torq-Isolator torsion box understructure and crane compartment which isolates the crane lifting forces into the stabilizers and chassis frame • 14-ga. galvanneal steel body side compartments with double-panel aluminum doors and a bonded internal hat channel • Uses stainless steel billet-style hinges, three-point stainless steel compression latches and double spring over center door closures to keep door in a positive open or closed position

On the fence about replacing some pickup trucks? Results of a new study indicate that the lane-departure warning in new vehicles lowers rates of single-vehicle, sideswipe and head-on crashes of all severities by 11%, and lowers the rates of injury crashes of the same types by 21%.

The studies are the latest in a series by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) that evaluates different crash-avoidance features by looking at data from police-reported crashes.

“This is the first evidence that lane departure warning is working to prevent crashes of passenger vehicles on U.S. roads,” says Jessica Cicchino, IIHS vice president for research.

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• Four 100-gal. oil tanks standard • 85-gal. antifreeze capacity • 50- to 75-gal. DEF system • 120-lb. grease system

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Maintainer 2017 Signature Series 4 Truck Bodies The Signature Series 4 2017 model year truck bodies are designed custom but include many common elements and upgrades.

• Workbench and step bumpers redesigned to save weight • Bumper shells and steps made with stainless steel for corrosion resistance • Upgraded double bulb quirk molded-over wire reinforcement weather stripping to seal inside of cabinet doors • Vanair hydraulic air compressors and APU products include cold weather package • Standard 10- and 17-gal. air tanks mounted in the body/chassis mid-frame

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L I F T E QU I P M E N T By Rod Dickens

Evolution of the Telehandler Work Environment

Today’s telehandler cabs boast added comfort and ease of operation through automation and fingertip control.

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elehandlers have been moving, lifting and placing materials for several decades. The evolution of engine designs and drivetrains, not to mention lift capacities and heights, have broadened the appeal of these versatile machines.

Their popularity has grown to the extent it’s unusual to drive by a construction site and not see a telehandler at work performing any number of tasks.

John Boehme, JLG senior product manager, telehandlers, is not alone when he says, “They’ve become so essential they are the first to arrive and last machines to leave a jobsite.”

The control centers for telehandlers have evolved, as well.

Cabs have become more comfortable and provide a better, easier operator environment.

Over the years, some important functions have been automated and those that haven’t are brought within fingertip control, often with a single joystick.

Visibility has also improved, with better sight lines and new technologies being introduced to give operators virtually a 360° vantage of the work site.

All the above and more have allowed operators to become more proficient. That doesn’t imply that all cabs are created equal or have adapted the same levels of technology. “The range of what is available for telehandler cabs, both within manufacturer product lines and across the industry, is very wide,” says Josh Taylor, Genie product manager, Terex AWP. “In part, this is because preferences for cabs can vary dramatically by geographical region and customer type.”

CREATURE COMFORTS Years of evolution have assured one constant in cab design.

Today’s operators enjoy a host of creature comforts their predecessors could never have imagined.

“Because telehandlers can perform so many tasks at a jobsite, operators are spending more time than they previously did behind the controls. Hence, a focus on cabs is to keep the operator comfortable and controls easier to operate,” says Rebecca Yates, material handling product manager for JCB. This year, the company will celebrate 40 years since its first telescopic

handler came off the assembly line in 1977.

Yates notes that JCB cabs are roomy to the extent that any size individual can fit comfortably.

Because of the low-profile boom, operators sit high, giving them improved visibility of the work site. There’s a host of options that range from tilt steering columns and adjustable seats, to camera systems and climate-controlled cabs with heat and AC. JLG includes a retractable sun screen among cab options and it’s not unusual to find cup holders, cell phone holders and phone ports contributing to a

working environment not too far removed from the family vehicle.

“We’ve focused on cab design because operator confidence and comfort can be directly linked to productivity,” reports Boehme.

“The new JLG cab design provides a better field of vision, helping operators navigate terrain more confidently and move materials more efficiently. Cabs can now be equipped with optional reversing cameras and reverse sensing systems that help operators be more aware of what’s behind them.”

Genie’s GTH-5519 cab has defrost, ventilation, armrest

With JCB’s low-profile boom, operators sit higher, giving them improved visibility of the work site.

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padding and storage improvements, plus an integrated display showing engine control messages. The larger GTH-844 features a comfort-tilt steering wheel, single-lever joystick and easy to read gauges. There is also an optional rear object detection system.

“Object detection is becoming a larger part of jobsite safety plans,” says Taylor. “As the costs of these types of systems decrease, cameras will become more popular. This trend is already occurring in earthmoving and production mining.”

Who the customer is determines just how much new technology a manufacturer includes in the cab. “Machines sold to end users may include more optional features such as air conditioning and more sophisticated controls, compared to a rental fleet machine that will have a more generic feature set,” Taylor points out.

Barry Greenaway, senior product manager at Skyjack, agrees, noting, “When it comes

to cab design we’ve taken a different approach. Our primary market is rental and our focus is to get it right for the customer and keep recurring costs in terms of repairs and downtime to a minimum. Yes, cabs need to be comfortable, but our customers cannot pass along higher rates to accommodate features like wraparound glass and new electronic controls.”

The windows in Skyjack’s new FLEXCAB are flat, relatively inexpensive to replace, and can be sourced from a wider range of glass suppliers. They are also easily removed with standard hand tools, giving operators the ability to convert between open and closed cabs, and fleet managers the added flexibility to readily

OBJECT DETECTION IS BECOMING A LARGER PART OF JOBSITE SAFETY PLANS. AS THE COST OF THESE TYPES OF SYSTEMS DECREASES, CAMERAS WILL BECOME MORE POPULAR. — Josh Taylor, Genie product manager, Terex AWP move equipment regardless of the weather conditions.

“In the rental market, machines take a beating,” Greenaway states. “Parts need to be accessible and easy to replace.

Skyjack’s controls are based on automotive relays, and unlike computer chips, they can be easily sourced and replaced. In fact, the only computer on our machines interacts with the engine and displays diagnostic data on the cab’s multi-function display.”

Developing features and options to help automate functions is more challenging on telehandlers than other machines. “It is tempting to compare a telehandler to something like a wheel loader, which shares functions like lift and tilt/dump,” Taylor comments.

“But these machines often repeat the same functions over and over again.

“Effective automation

The forward and reverse trigger on some JCB models works in combination with the gear shift control on the steering wheel, allowing operators to keep their hands on the steering wheel at all time.

Who the customer is determines just how much new technology a manufacturer will include in the cab. Rental units such as the one shown below tend to have a more generic feature set.

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requires process repetition. The predictability of knowing bucket height and dump angle, and the sequence in which these functions happen, allows for the automation of these functions.

On a telehandler, you add the variables of outreach, load centers and where material needs to be placed on the jobsite. The equation becomes much more complex and can diminish the value of automation.”

When not able to totally automate certain functions, manufacturers have included features that assist operators in other ways. Hydraulic couplers that allow operators to change attachments without getting out of the cab are becoming popular. As Yates points out, the feature is especially helpful when a telehandler is routinely changing back and forth from a couple of attachments like a fork or bucket.

“A single joystick now controls the operation of the boom, both up and down and in and out, something that two previously did,” she explains.

“Some of JCB’s joysticks also feature a forward and reverse trigger which, in combination with the gear shift

JLG’s high-capacity telehandlers can be equipped with SmartLoad Technology to help minimize overloading risks.

VALUE ASSESSMENT control on the steering wheel, allows operators to keep hands on the steering wheel at all times. A bucket rattle feature on some models lets the operator release dirt or other material without having to rock a machine back and forth.”

One trend in automation is to give more information to operators. JLG’s high-capacity telehandlers, for example, can be equipped with SmartLoad Technology. “This is a comprehensive system that combines attachment recognition with real-time load data, letting operators work with more confidence,” says Boehme. “The system provides operators with an indication of load chart compliance and prevents them from violating the boundaries of the chart. It was rolled out in March

Windows in Skyjack’s FLEXCAB can be easily removed, giving operators the ability to convert between open and closed cabs.

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and gives fleet owners as well as operators peace of mind that a machine isn’t being overloaded.”

As Greenaway indicates, not every customer wants or can afford some of the options available on the market.

But ROI is measured in other ways for rental stores and their customers that go beyond the initial purchase price, acceptable rental rates and the costs associated with diagnosing issues or replacing broken windows and other parts. He notes that simplicity — especially in terms of controls and operation — is important for individuals who may not spend as much time in a single telehandler make or model as operators in other markets.

While rental stores and their customers may resist paying more for a cab with HVAC, reverse cameras, pulse radar and load management systems, companies and private owners who use their equipment daily can benefit from an increase in productivity thanks to these features.

Yet, as the manufacturers emphasize, added features don’t minimize the importance of training. “The controls will always be secondary to understanding how to read a load chart and how the functions of the machine affect its stability and safe operation,” Taylor emphasizes.

“Improved controls can help a trained operator be more productive, but there is no replacement for a trained operator.” ET

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Gehl RS5-19 GEN:3 Telescopic Handler

The SJ1256 TH has a 12,000-lb. maximum lift capacity and 56.3-ft. maximum lift height.

• 6,000-lb. lift capacity at maximum lift height without outriggers or 7,000-lb. lift capacity at maximum lift height with outriggers deployed • 107-hp Deutz TCD3.6L Tier 4 Final engine uses diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) but requires no regeneration • Can lift 1,000 lbs. at a maximum forward reach of 42.6 ft. without outriggers • Includes SKYCODED control system, FLEXCAB easy cab conversion system and READYHOOK yoke-mounted rigging hook • Includes a heavy-duty cab door and hybrid hard surface/grip lug-style tires

The 69-hp (gross) RS5-19 GEN:3 telescopic handler features a singlestick system with the ability to shift forward, neutral and reverse with the boom functioning without having to take your hands off the steering wheel.

• Rated lift capacity of 5,500 lbs. and 19-ft. 1-in. maximum lift height • Hydraulic self-leveling lift action automatically keeps the load level as the boom is raised • Rigid frame provides extra stability in the unit’s base • Low boom design increases operator’s visibility

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The 11,001-lb. V519 VersaHANDLER is a compact machine featuring a two-stage boom with a reach of more than 10 ft., a lift height of 19 ft. and the ability to lift up to 5,500 lbs.

• 74-hp D34 Tier 4compliant engine with no diesel particulate filter (DPF) required • Speed management feature allows operators to easily adjust desired travel speed as needed for attachment use • Includes a full-function joystick, selectable auxiliary hydraulic flow feature, two-speed hydrostatic drive system, automatic parking brake and available Bob-Tach attachment mounting system • Front wheel, all-wheel and crab steering

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Wacker Neuson TH627 Telehandler The TH627 can work like a wheel loader to dig and carry, a skid steer with attachment capability and a telehandler with a lift height of 18 ft. 7 in. and 5,500-lb. lifting capacity.

• Hydraulic universal attachment plate • 74-hp Kohler Tier 4 Final engine with no DPF required • Load Management System automatically adjusts load position to maximize performance and minimize tipping situations • Bucket mode keeps the load as close to the front axle as possible • Stacking mode raises and telescopes the boom and lowers at the same time to keep the load on a vertical plane

Grove GRT880 Rough-terrain Crane The 80-ton GRT880 features a 135-ft. boom available with a full complement of boom extension and insert options that enable a reach of 200 ft. and maximum tip height of 223 ft.

• Can achieve line pulls of 17,380 lbs. on both the main and auxiliary hoists • Boom extension stowage system for the manual offsettable jib option decreases erection and stowage time by 60% • Updated full-vision cab tilts to 20° • Ergonomic control arrangement includes a tilting/telescoping steering column, electronic joysticks and jog dial for Crane Control System menu navigation

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The 6.6-toncapacity CC1485 telescopic boom crawler crane has a no outrigger design that offers a 72.2-ft. maximum hook height and near zero tailswing.

• Offset Swing Away Fly Jib attachment for optimal height • Programmable Moment Limiter Safety System and anti-two block • Multiple warning and shutdown safety systems • Mounted on a heavy-duty steel undercarriage

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Inman Texas Bocker RK 36/2400 Crawler Crane The Bocker RK 36/2400 crawler crane is a diesel/electric mini crawler rubber track carrier with multiple angle outriggers.

• Articulated boom and jib offer 118 ft. of maximum reach • Full radio remote control operation • Optional access platform basket • Maximum lifting capacity of 5,290 lbs.

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JLG 742 Telehandler

Fascan F600SE.44 Wallboard Crane

The 742 telehandler introduces a precision gravity lowering system that allows it to rely on hydraulic power to raise the boom and use gravity to lower it.

• Maximum lift capacity of 7,000 lbs.

• Multiple powertrain options • Rear axle stabilization (RAS) automatically switches machine from a three-point stance to a four-point stance • Optional reverse sensing system • Reverse camera • Spacious cab with single joystick and integrated arm rest

The F600SE.44 has a 6,600-lb. maximum lifting capacity, vertical reach of 115+ ft. and horizontal reach of 101 ft.

• FX901 control system coordinates the best operating conditions for performance and control, as well as manages the crane’s safety devices • 7-in. color touchscreen display provides detailed information about stabilization conditions and crane work • Digital RCH / RCS remote control and V7 radio control units • Automatic Dynamic Control verifies all functions and maximizes speed of movement in accordance with the load

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Haulotte HA80 RTJ Pro Articulated Boom

Easy Lift 50-23AJ Ultra-compact Boom Lift The 50-23AJ boom lift has a double pantograph lower boom that reaches an unrestricted 23 ft. of outreach with full basket capacity of 507 lbs.

• Includes standard basket rotation, a 5-ft. jib and basket manual leveling live at full basket capacity • Live hydraulic levers at base and in basket provide smooth, precise movements • 12-ft. 6-in. overall length without basket, low profile of 78 in. and 31.5-in. width • Hydraulic variable-width carriage • Options include self-leveling outriggers, wireless remote control, fiberglass one- or two-person basket and winter start kit

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The HA80 range has a working height of 86 ft.

1 in., up-and-over clearance of 30 ft. 6 in. and horizontal outreach of 57 ft. 5 in.

• Dual load capacity option enables switching between 550- and 770-lb. modes • Boom rigidity, regulated kinematics and automatic damping of ramp motion when approaching full extension ensure fluid boom movements • ACTIV’Lighting System-Safe Load system illuminates controls and area around the boom • ACTIV’Shield Bar 2.0 fully incorporated into the upper control protection cover

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SANY SRC8130 Rough-terrain Crane The 130-ton-capacity SRC8130 has a five-section telescoping boom with a fully extended length of 161 ft.

• Two-section folding jib extends to 59 ft. with a maximum tip height of 220 ft.

• Weighs 77 tons and includes selfassembly/disassembly • Auxiliary hoist, counterweight and front/rear outrigger boxes can be removed for a transport weight of roughly 52.5 tons • 321-hp Cummins Tier 4 Final engine • Electronic control system provides an operator-friendly interface, precise function movement and convenient troubleshooting

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Liebherr LTM 1090-4.2 Mobile Crane The 110-ton LTM 1090-4.2 four-axle mobile crane can travel with an axle load of 22,050, 26,400 and 35,300 lbs.

• 197-ft. telescopic boom with optional 31to 52-ft. folding jib or 6.6-ft. assembly jib and rooster sheave • Carries 19,400 lbs. of ballast with a 26,400-lb. axle load • VarioBallast enables operation with a 12.4-ft. or 15.5-ft. ballast radius • Optional VarioBase generates an increase in lifting capacity for working areas above the supports • 449-bhp Liebherr six-cylinder Tier 4 Final diesel engine • ECOdrive and ECOmode provide lower fuel consumption and noise emissions

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JCB 512-56 and 514-56 Loadall with DualTech VT Designed for the 512-56 and 514-56 Loadall telehandlers, the DualTech VT is a dual technology transmission that combines power shift and hydrostatic drives in a single housing.

• Enables a 25-mph top speed for the 145-hp 514-56 S Energy Master models and 18-mph top speed for 74-hp machines • Hydrostatic drive provides fine stepless speed control up to 12 mph on the S models and 5 mph on the 74-hp models • Automatic switching to electronically modulated threespeed powershift for higher speed operation • Models provide lift capacities of 12,000 and 14,000 lbs. to a maximum lift height of 56 ft.

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L IF T E QU I P M E NT Products Caterpillar TH514D Telehandler

Dieci Pegasus 45.30 Rotating Telehandler

The TH514D has a rated load capacity of 11,021 lbs. and a maximum lift height of 45.5 ft.

• 100-hp C3.4B Tier 4 Final diesel engine and 4F/3R powershift transmission • Updated closed-center, load-sensing hydraulic system with variable-displacement axial piston pump and flow-sharing valves • Four-wheel-drive system uses heavy-duty axles, front limited-slip differential and dual-axle braking • Ride control system dampens boom movement during travel and a boom-float system allows the boom to automatically follow terrain contours • Single multi-function joystick

The compact Pegasus 45.30 has a 98-ft. lift height when equipped with four proportional extensions, and a lift capacity of 9,921 lbs.

• 170-hp FPT four-cylinder, Tier 4 Final turbo diesel engine and electronically-controlled hydrostatic transmission • “ECOWORK” system draws power to the engine only when required • Improved hydraulic system with load-sensing, flow-sharing, variable flow pump • Outrigger automatic leveling system • SMART navigation system controls main electronic functions including driving modes, minimum rpm control, forward speed and diagnostics

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Snorkel SR5519 Telehandler The 10,400-lb. SR5519 can lift a load capacity of up to 5,500 lbs. and can reach heights of up to 19 ft.

• 74-hp Deutz 2.9-liter diesel engine and hydrostatic drive • Standard front limited-slip differential • 48-in. standard carriage • Includes a spacious cab with improved seat and large touchscreen interface for easy access to load charts and operation manuals

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Merlo Roto Rotating Telehandlers The Roto rotating telehandlers include four independent stabilizers with rapid deployment that enables them to be positioned at any width.

• Roto 38.16S, Roto 40.30 MCSS and Roto 45.21 MCSS offer maximum load capacities from 8,300 to 10,000 lbs., maximum lift heights from 52 ft. 5 in. to 96 ft. 8 in. and maximum reach from 42 ft. 6 in. to 83 ft. 6 in.

• Compact chassis can turn within the width of its stabilizers • Load-sensing hydraulic pump

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Products L IF T EQU IPMENT

Genie ZX-135/70 Articulated Boom Lift

Tadano GR1200XL Rough-terrain Crane

The ZX-135/70 includes the mini XChassis axle design, which extends and retracts the axles to and from the stowed position with a more compact footprint.

• Load sense cell technology disables drive, steer and certain boom functions if the load exceeds the platform load limit • Hydraulically driven generator options include a 7.5- or 12-kW welder-ready package or 3-kW AC generator • Provides a 135-ft. maximum platform height, 69 ft.

9 in. of horizontal outreach, 75 ft. of up-and-over clearance and 600-lb. platform capacity • Telescoping Jib-Extend jib extends from 12 ft. (retracted) to 20 ft.

The 120-ton-capacity GR1200XL rough-terrain crane features a 183-ft. 7-in. six-section formed boom complemented with a 33-ft. 2-in. to 58-ft. 1-in. jib.

• Compact two-axle carrier • Cummins QSB6.7 Tier 4-compliant, direct injection engine • Tadano-manufactured hoist and telescopic cylinders • Load Moment Indicator (AML-C) with full onboard diagnostics • Added safety features include multiple tie-off points and safe access and egress points

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Jekko SPK 60 Crawler Crane The SPK 60 telescoping crawler crane can be driven or operated via radio remote, has a maximum lifting capacity of more than 6.5 tons and has a reach of nearly 89 ft. (with extensions) and with 360° rotation.

• 3,300-lb.-capacity hydraulic winch • Extendable tracks increase stability • Radio remote and load moment indicator interface systems provide precision control of lifting and maneuvering capabilities in confined areas • GR300 grabber/manipulator and hydraulic, lattice and searcher hook jib attachments available • Front-mounted dozer blade

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Pettibone Extendo 944B The Extendo 944B delivers a 9,000-lb. maximum load capacity, forward reach up to 30 ft. 3 in. and a maximum lift height of 44 ft. 4 in.

• 117-hp Cummins QSF 3.8 Tier 4 Final turbo diesel engine or optional 74-hp version that does not require DEF • Dana T12000 powershift transmission • Four-wheel, two-wheel and crab steering • Offers 24° of frame sway and is equipped with a rear axle stabilization system • Incorporates two wide-stance, heavyduty lift cylinders with automatic fork and load leveling; single joystick, pilotoperated controls and Parker IQANMD3 display

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TRENCHERS MAKE TRACKS

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Changing expectations and more compact jobsites have ushered in an era of robust, highly maneuverable machines.

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edestrian trenchers are evolving away from the rigid, wheeled machines of the past in favor of more maneuverable tracked rigs, thanks to manufacturers who are working to supply robust and durable products that are simple to use.

“Over the past decade, the trencher market has been trending toward rubber tracks as an alternative to rubber tires,” says Chris Thompson, Ditch Witch product manager, compact equipment. “New track systems give operators more balance and ground traction, allowing them to conquer a variety of terrains with one piece of equipment.”

It seems every manufacturer is working to improve the user experience with various advancements in track technology. Ditch Witch, for example, has eliminated the trail wheel on its CX-Series walk-behind trenchers, which include three models with dig depths from 36 to 48 in. The CX units have an exclusive track design that is shorter on the left side and longer on the right. This design delivers improved traction, making it easier for operators to efficiently move around compact jobsites and in tight spaces.

“As jobs continue to demand installation in smaller spaces,

Vermeer introduced VZ steering, which allows a novice operator to guide a trencher with minimal effort. The hydraulic system has also been enhanced for improved productivity.

The Ditch Witch CX-Series trenchers have a track design that is shorter on the left side and longer on the right, making it easier to maneuver the machine on compact jobsites and in tight spaces.

compact machines like walkbehind trenchers will be in higher demand,” Thompson says.

“Newer innovations allow these machines to still pack a punch, too. With updated designs, the smaller trencher models help operators reduce their jobsite footprint while maintaining or even improving productivity. New units have more power and can dig deeper than previous walk-behind units.”

Matt Hutchinson, product manager at Vermeer, agrees, noting that previous generations of trenchers were very difficult to steer and were very slow getting to and from a jobsite. For this reason, Vermeer introduced VZ steering, its exclusive system developed to allow a novice operator to intuitively be able to guide a trencher with minimal effort. The hydraulic system has also been enhanced for improved — productivity.

“We’ve optimized the trencher drive motor to better utilize the available power of the machine and made enhancements to the VZ steering system, which provides operators more control in difficult ground conditions,” Hutchinson says. “The trencher drive motor is optimized by sizing according to the available horsepower and chain speed requirement. This provides maximum torque to the chain, while still spinning quickly enough to keep the trench clean.”

Vermeer recently introduced two pedestrian trenchers to serve the rental, landscape, utility and irrigation markets. The RTX130 and RTX200 are available with

weren’t getting the traction that our larger machines do because we have a lot more track con24- to 36-in. cutting booms and tact with the ground and more 6-in. cutting widths to help conweight. tractors install irrigation systems, “We could have just put a drainage tile and outdoor electrismaller track on the STK, but cal lines more efficiently. we didn’t like the lack of traction that resulted,” he explains. “So TRACKS FLOAT OVER THE SURFACE our engineers designed a track For its part, Barreto with a pivot system built in.”

Manufacturing recently introThis pivot system, known as duced the Independent Floating the Independent Floating Track, Track System on its new STK allows the tracks to move over track trenchers. These models were small obstructions without the designed to provide big trencher rigidity that most tracks display. capability in a smaller package.

The result is more track main“We had a need in our trentains contact with the ground at cher line for a tracked trencher all times. “There’s no teeter-totthat could accommodate 24- and ter effect,” says Phelps. “It greatly 30-in. dig depths,” notes Tim helps with traction, plus it Phelps, product/sales manager, smooths the machine out when going up and over stuff. This machine kind of just floats across the ground, while other machines feel more rigid.”

An important benefit is that while trenching, the pivoting track system has the ability to absorb impact from obstaChris Thompson, Ditch Witch cles in the ground so Barreto. “[With our RTK and the depth of the trench remains TKD Series], we have a 1,800-lb. more constant, improving the machine with a very large track end result. footprint, and it does very well at dig depths of 36 in. and beyond.

MORE MAINTENANCE? But at a weight that’s 40% heaviYou might think these techer than the competition, and a nological advancements translate higher price point as a result, cus- into more maintenance, but tomers would often go with a that’s not necessarily the case.

24-in. machine. We were losing “Our latest trencher designs sales because we didn’t have anyhave changed to ease servicething to compare to those lighter ability,” says Thompson. “[Ditch machines, but we liked how our Witch] units have no daily grease trenchers performed at deeper dig points and are designed to offer depths. easy access to all the machine’s “We wanted to come out with components.” a smaller, lighter, tracked trenHutchinson points out that cher,” he continues. “In doing tracked undercarriages do typicalthat, we could see our competily require more maintenance over tors’ smaller machines really rubber-tired units due to greater complexity, but they never go flat. This allows the machine to be used in more ground conditions.

Newer design developments are keeping today’s walk-behind trenchers hassle-free to help keep operators

“With updated designs, the smaller trencher models help operators reduce their jobsite footprint while maintaining or even improving productivity.”

profitable and productive. “The newest Ditch Witch walk-behind trenchers eliminate grease zerks, and they also operate with highquality, sealed bearings,” says Thompson. “This helps keep the machines running efficiently day after day. Designed with greater machine accessibility, any maintenance and upkeep is also simplified. Additionally, maintenance teams have quick access to machine components to identify problems faster.”

CHANGING EXPECTATIONS There’s no question that customers expect more from equipment than ever before.

They want equipment that won’t break down and is simple to use.

“As in most industries, contractors are seeking to get the most bang for their buck,” Thompson says. “Newer trencher innovations have aimed to... do just that with the minimization of daily maintenance points.”

Equipment design is constantly evolving to improve both the owning and operating experience. “I think we’re addressing the difficulties that people have with trenchers,” Phelps states.

“We’re trying to make our machines more robust and easier to work on, and we’re giving them more intuitive controls so they’re easier to use.

“The other side of that is with added features and benefits, the price of the machine goes up,” he acknowledges. “But it’s our hope that the user can get something done faster with the higher-priced machine.”

Thompson acknowledges that in the past contractors selected lower-horsepower trenchers with the intention of saving on upfront costs. “The challenge is that the lower-powered machines did not provide the necessary power and durability to match the evolving and more demanding jobsite environments and requirements,” he says.

“Today, as operators demand more powerful yet compact units, walk-behind trenchers are evolving to provide double-digit power in a small package,” he continues.

“Newer trenchers are designed to help... reduce total cost of ownership, and to provide operators the necessary power to get landscape and utility projects done on time and on budget.” ET

The Independent Floating Track System on Barreto’s STK trenchers allows the tracks to move over small obstructions without the rigidity that most tracks display.

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UNDERGROUND/UTILITY >> Products Ox Equipment MTS Dino 3 Suction Excavator The MTS Dino 3 Suction Excavator utilizes a proprietary twin fan system that generates over 26,000 cfm.

• 10-in.-diameter suction hose extends up to 30 ft. off back of truck • Hose precisely manipulated via mechanical Power Arm • Functional side tipping feature • 10-cu.-yd. spoils container

Toro DD2024 Horizontal Directional Drill

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Ditch Witch MT16 Microtrencher The MT16 microtrencher is designed to cut narrow trenches 0.5 to 2 in. wide and up to 16 in. deep.

• Integrated hydraulic accumulator maintains constant pressure on saw frame • Infinitely variable hydraulic plunge eliminates manual adjustment and provides variable depth control from 0 to 16 in.

• Frame swings up to 6° in each direction • Works with RT55 and RT80 ride-on trenchers and FX65 vacuum excavator • Compatible with the company’s complete lineup of saw blades

GSSI UtilityScan Pro The UtilityScan Pro advanced GPR system with SIR 4000 control unit delivers the configurability and flexibility to efficiently identify and mark the location and depth of subsurface utilities, including gas, sewer and communication lines.

• Real-time data collection with a backup cursor and cross-hair cursor that allow the user to accurately locate targets • Integrates with GPS and has the ability to store and replay data easily • Configurable to the needs of non-destructive testing and environmental applications including bridge deck assessment and concrete scanning

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TT Technologies Grundomat Piercing Tool The Grundomat piercing tool is constructed from durable hardened alloy steel and machined components for maximum power and precision.

• Features an advanced reversing system and an in-line lubrication system • Basic and deluxe packages available • Reciprocating stepped-cone chisel head with two-stroke action ensures high impact accuracy • Available in 16 models ranging from 1 3/4- to 7-in. diameter for horizontal boring distances from 50 to 150 ft.

• Easily configured to pull in a variety of new pipe materials

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Versatility is everything when it comes to your rental equipment. The Sullair 185 and 375 Series portable air compressors are compact, easy to maintain, and conditioned to take on the toughest demands.

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The DD2024 combines 20,000 lbs. of pullback force and 2,400 ft.-lbs. of rotary torque in a compact footprint of 52 in. wide, 207 in. long and 74 in. tall.

• 74-hp Cummins B3.3 turbocharged diesel engine • Features a quad rack-and-pinion carrier design, independently adjustable dual rear stabilizers and a choice of single- or dual-stick drilling controls • Onboard mud pump flows up to 30 gpm • Floating carriage offers two speeds, including a 120-fpm fast mode • Optional TDOS-1 operating system with SmartTouch allows pipe handling functions to be performed using a single input on the joystick in SmartTouch operating mode

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Barreto 13STKH/16STKB Track Trencher The 1,085-lb. STK features an independent floating track system that utilizes independent undercarriage idlers that move in response to the terrain.

• Movement of middle and rear idlers acts as suspension and smooths overall trencher movement • Adjustable Trenching Controls (ATC) can be positioned to modify trenching speed of tracks individually while on the go • Track system combined with a compact frame design provide stability and maneuverability • Standard hydraulic cooler with incorporated fan and electric start

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MiniTrencher GeoRipper Hand-held Trenchers The GeoRipper GR 16 and GR 20 commercial hand-held trenchers provide an alternative to large trenchers for applications such as irrigation, electrical, fiber optic, landscape edging, root barriers and fencing.

• Weigh as little as 30 lbs. and can be placed in a pickup truck or the backseat of a vehicle • Powerhead option uses the Makita EK7651H four-stroke engine for tough and rocky soils, or is available with a more powerful twostroke engine • Self-sharpening chains • Can be mounted on an EZ Kart for longer runs that require consistent digging depths

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Ring-O-Matic SubZero Vacuum Excavators The SubZero Series vacuum excavators can be added to any standard VX Vacuum ranging from 150- to 3,000-gal. spoils tanks with a range of 600 to 3,000 cfm.

• Dedicated jetter pump delivers 18 gpm at 2,000 psi or standard hydroexcavation package with 4,000 psi/6-gpm pump • Allow full operation in below-freezing temperatures • Available as customizable trailer- or truckmounted systems with heavy-duty, 14,000lb. torsional axles • Feature insulated water tank enclosures, heated valves, a fully enclosed water and jetter reel cabinet, power hose reels, heater and six-way power boom

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HammerHead Roughneck R200 Air Hammer The Roughneck R200 is a 2-in. rock hammer engineered to allow 7,000- to 10,000-lb. class directional drills to drill through solid rock and other difficult soil conditions.

• Drills a 3.125-in. pilot hole • Electronically-controlled air flow allows adjustment from open to closed and anywhere in between on-the-fly with the touch of a button • Capable of drilling at rates of up to 150 ft. per hour • Features 2.5-in. universal side-load high-flow housing, pullback kit system and lightweight control station/oiler with tethered electronic remote control

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D61PXi-24 intelligent Machine Control Vactor HXX Paradigm Vacuum Excavators The HXX Paradigm vacuum excavator features a modular design that enables it to be tailored to meet specific customer needs, including with or without air and with or without water.

• Air-only version offers a choice of air compressor rated at 185 cfm at 150 psi or 300 cfm at 250 psi • Available water system configurations include a wash-down system rated for 4 gpm at 2,500 psi with a 100-gal. water tank or a hydroexcavation system rated for 8 gpm at 2,500 psi with a 300-gal. water tank • Extreme terrain configuration features a Mattracks 400 series rubber track conversion system for pipeline, utility and construction applications

• First to last pass grading technology • Revolutionary track slip control • External stroke sensing hydraulic cylinders • New Tier 4 Final technology

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Vermeer Pedestrian Trenchers The RTX130 and RTX200 are available with 24- to 36-in. cutting booms and 6-in. cutting widths, and are designed for enhanced maneuverability and a more consistent cutting depth.

• 13-hp Honda (RTX130) and 20-hp Kohler (RTX200) gasoline engines • Optimized trencher drive motor better utilizes the available power • Enhanced VZ steering system provides more control in difficult ground conditions • Operator presence system stops the chain and ground drive if the operator lets go of the handle • Track or rubber tire options available

ANDY CHAPMAN / SALES REP / LINDER INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY / GREER, SC “From financing to product quality to support and training after the sale, Komatsu delivers everything my customers demand. I’ve been selling their full line, including the PXi and EXi series dozers, for years. Innovation and the exclusive intelligent Machine Control set them apart from the others. And that’s why I AM KOMATSU.”

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Specialized Couplers

SAVE TIME & BOOST R Increased versatility and time savings can quickly pay for the initial investment in tilt and rotating couplers.

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ouplers that allow excavator attachments to tilt and/or rotate can dramatically increase jobsite efficiency when used in the right applications. While there are certain trade-offs in excavator performance, these are often eclipsed by the increased versatility and time savings.

“One of the biggest advantages of using tilting couplers with excavator attachments is the machine’s increased range of motion,” says Adam Bell, attachment product specialist, Doosan Construction Equipment.

“Doosan excavator operators have up to 180° of tilt on our two mini-excavators (DX63-3 and DX85R-3) or 134° total tilt from the larger DX140LC-5 to the DX225LC-5 crawler models.

The increased range of motion helps operators work more efficiently around utilities and minimize machine repositioning. Less repositioning improves operator productivity, which has a direct impact on the company’s bottom line.”

Greater range of motion directly translates to jobsite efficiency. “An excavator with a standard coupler or

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pin-on bucket is only able to work in parallel with the direction of the boom and stick,” says Rick Verstegen, product application specialist, Caterpillar.

“Adding tilting and 360° rotating functions to the end of the stick increases the mobility of the excavator front structure, enabling the possibility to work in all directions, with different angles. Tilt-rotators eliminate the need to constantly reposition the excavator, which increases not only productivity and fuel efficiency, but also safety on the jobsite.”

(e.g., pipes) without changing the attachment, making the excavator more versatile.”

Grading and finishing are also very popular tasks for tilting and rotating couplers.

“Tilt-rotators offer productivity advantages compared to standard couplers when used in grading, leveling and finishing applications, especially when creating multi-angle slopes and used in combination with GPS,” says

Verstegen. “The Cat TRS can be optionally equipped with RPS sensors, which provide precise positioning data to the grade control systems and in-cab monitor.”

The increased dig depth due to

VERSATILITY ADVANTAGE Excavators used in a wide variety of applications will benefit from a tilt-rotator, says Verstegen. “Tilt-rotators bring big advantages compared to standard couplers in underground sewer, water and utility applications, where accurate digging around pipes, cables or concrete structures is required,” he notes. “The Cat Tilt Rotator System (TRS) can be equipped with an integrated grapple module, enabling the possibility to pick and place materials

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T ROI the additional coupler length — as much as 18 in. depending on the size of the machine and the size of the tilting coupler — may also be a benefit. “This may occasionally allow a company to use a smaller crawler excavator such as a 14-metric-ton model with the additional reach without moving up a machine size for additional dig depth,” Bell points out. “While the smaller crawler excavator will not permanently replace a larger model, if a contractor is working on a utility project in an area with limited space, a smaller model with additional dig depth may make the job much easier to complete.”

There are safety benefits in certain applications, as well.

“Tilting couplers can eliminate having a worker in the trench if an operator is digging around or under buried utilities,” says Bell. “That worker can be freed up to do other tasks on a jobsite.”

Adding tilting and 360° rotating functions to the end of the stick increases the mobility of the excavator front structure, enabling the ability to work in all directions with different angles. This eliminates the need to constantly reposition the excavator.

“Excavators with tilt-rotators are 20% to 35% more productive (depending on the application) compared to an excavator with a standard coupler,” Verstegen states. “On top of that, there is less need for personnel around the machine. The lower need to constantly reposition the excavator makes the solution very suitable for work-

Corp., Helac. “Some tilt-rotator brands do not recommend using hammers.”

Similarly, Rototilt’s Gerry Mallory recommends keeping hammer use intermittent.

“TILTING COUPLERS CAN ELIMINATE HAVING A WORKER IN THE TRENCH IF AN OPERATOR IS DIGGING AROUND OR UNDER BURIED UTILITIES. THAT WORKER CAN BE FREED UP TO DO OTHER TASKS ON A JOBSITE.” — Adam Bell, Doosan Construction Equipment ing in confined areas where safety is important, like in city centers with high-density traffic or between or beside roads, buildings or other obstacles.”

For some applications, such as hydraulic breakers, make sure you check with the coupler supplier first. “Using a hammer with the PowerTilt is acceptable for intermittent use, unless it has been upsized specifically for a hammer application,” says Ron Hurst, product sales manager, Parker Hannifin

One of the biggest advantages of using tilting couplers with excavator attachments is the machine’s increased range of motion.

“If a hammer is to be used for a long period, it would be best to remove the Rototilt,” he advises.

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economic sense is how often you will rely on the enhanced range of motion.

“When determining whether a tilting coupler is a financial benefit on a jobsite, a contractor should consider how frequently the company will be working around utilities and how often the machine needs to be repositioned,” says Bell. “If the contractor is working in tight areas, having to reposition the machine can be difficult.”

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Factor in how your excavator is currently being used. “If you spend much time repositioning the excavator to get at the work and/or find that a lot of hand digging/raking is being performed, then you can save money by using a tilting coupler or tilt-rotator,” says Hurst. “To perform an ROI, take the cost of the tilt coupler or tilt-rotator including installation and divide by the average charge-out rate for the excavators to determine the number of hours that need to be saved to pay for the attachment. Figure a minimum of an hour savings per day. Most customers estimate they can save 25% to 50%, but some claim 100%. It does not take long to pay for the attachment with this kind of time savings.”

“A Rototilt tilt-rotator will provide significant time and labor savings in any type of excavator work,” adds Mallory. “It can also expand the type of work

WHEELED EXCAVATOR GAINS STANDARD TILT-ROTATOR SYSTEM “As of 2016, Caterpillar offers a ‘plug and play’ solution for tilt-rotators on the new M300F-series wheeled excavators, which is unique to the market,” says Rick Verstegen. “The TRS-ready package includes everything needed ex-factory on the machine, with lines, circuits, software and advanced joysticks. It’s a perfectly integrated interface between the excavator software and hardware and the TRS.” Where traditional tilt-rotators are operated using the high-pressure (tilting) and medium-pressure (rotating) circuits on the excavator, Caterpillar has chosen to integrate ICS (Innovative Control System) into the TRS-ready packages. “The TRS is operated on the second high-pressure circuit. Proportional valves on the TRS divide the hydraulic flow and pressure smoothly between tilting and rotating, even at low rpm,” says Verstegen. “The medium-pressure and first high-pressure circuit are kept free to operate hydraulic attachments below the TRS. Sensors on the TRS communicate tilt/rotation angles and the quick coupler status back through the onboard Cat monitor.

“Productivity studies have shown Cat that a wheeled excavator with integrated ICS and TRS is 15% more fuel efficient and at the same time 15% more productive compared with the same excavator with a tilt-rotator operated with the traditional high/medium-pressure auxiliary circuits,” he adds.

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Tilt-rotators offer productivity advantages compared to standard couplers when used in grading, leveling and finishing applications, especially when creating multi-angle slopes. Tilting and rotating couplers, like the Helac PowerTilt, can reduce hand labor, making the jobsite more efficient and safer. that an excavator contractor can perform that would otherwise require multiple machines.”

For those unable to justify the investment in a tilting and/ or rotating coupler, there are options. “Some manufacturers, such as Doosan, offer an angletilt bucket if contractors have an occasional need to tilt a bucket but don’t need a tilting coupler,” says Bell. “Angle-tilt buckets are a versatile, cost-effective grading and land-clearing attachment that can tilt 45° in either direction.”

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precision-built actuator to ensure trouble-free operation. “Many competitors offer a tilting coupler where they incorporate one or more cylinders, which increases the risk of coupler failure due to the cylinders not being enclosed,” says Alex Andrews, regional account manager, Werk-Brau. “This coupler is featured in a variety of coupler styles: John Deere Wedge, Kubota Bantam, mechanical pin grabber and hydraulic variable pin center pin grabber.”

But there are also advantages to the configuration that incorporates hydraulic cylinders.

There are different types of tilting and rotating couplers offered by suppliers. “There are two types of tilting and tilt-rotating couplers available. One type uses linear actuators (cylinders) for tilting and the other type, like the Parker-Helac PowerTilt, uses a helical rotary actuator,” says Hurst.

According to ParkerHelac, the helical actuators provide a compact configuration that fits in a narrow trench with a narrow bucket.

This type typically tilts — Ron Hurst, Parker-Hannifin up to 180° as compared to 90° for the cylinder type. In addition, there is “Tilt-rotators without cylinno exposed cylinder rod to get ders have a small fraction of the damaged. The helical actuators tilting torque compared to tiltare typically taller due to the rotators with cylinders,” says clearance needed for the added Mallory. rotation. Both types typically use The worm gear rotator sysworm drives for the continuous tems have proven reliable. “The 360° rotation.

Cat TRS is equipped with a Werk-Brau’s coupler sysworm gear drive that provides tem offers an integrated, broad bearing surfaces that

distribute and resist excavation forces in all directions,” says Verstegen. “The gear group is in a constant oil bath to keep the worm gear lubricated in any condition for long-lasting reliability.”

PLUMB IT PROPERLY Tilting and rotating couplers are commonly used in trenching applications with narrow buckets and in grading applications with wide buckets.

“The Cat trenching and grading buckets have been designed with optimal dump and curl angles to enhance the ability of the operator to retain material for loading applications — but also to provide optimal vertical wall positioning for trenching or when working against walls when used with the TRS,” says Verstegen. “The full range of dedicated trenching and grading buckets are designed with a reduced tip radius and conical sides in order to ensure proper fit and superior performance on the Cat TRS.” Tilting couplers are powered by the machine’s auxiliary hydraulics. “The excavator needs to have two sets of auxiliary hydraulics to operate additional hydraulic attachments, such as breakers, with tilting couplers,” Bell points out. “Excavator operators can use the tilting coupler

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Depending on the application, excavators equipped with tiltrotators are 20% to 35% more productive compared to those with a standard coupler.

with a hydraulic breaker to get a desired angle when demolishing a structure.”

You must account for the additional plumbing requirements when selecting a tilting and/or rotating coupler. “A tilt coupler requires a two-way auxiliary hydraulic circuit to operate,”

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says Hurst. “If a hydraulic quick coupler is used on the lower end of the tilting coupler, then a hydraulic circuit is required for it, as well.

“Requirements to run the tilt-rotators largely depend on the hydraulic package purchased with the unit,” he continues.

“Many are available with proportional controls, in which case only one auxiliary hydraulic circuit is required to feed a bank of proportional control valves on the tilt-rotator that operate the tilt, rotate, auxiliary circuit and hydraulic quick coupler.”

In order to operate a tilt-rotator, the minimum requirement is for the excavator to be equipped with both a medium- and a high-pressure circuit. “The Cat TRS can optionally be equipped with a high-flow swivel in order to maximize productivity when used with hammers, compactors and demolition/sorting grapples,” says Verstegen.

PERFORMANCE IMPACT Adding weight to the end of an excavator stick does decrease available lifting forces. “When construction companies add

a tilting coupler to the end of the arm, depending upon the size of the machine, the coupler will add additional weight,” says Bell. “As a result, the operator will lose some lift capacity.

That’s one of the trade-offs the contractor should be willing to accept when using a tilting coupler.”

“Tilt-rotators add more weight to the end of the stick compared to a standard coupler, and the bucket capacity needs to be adjusted to compensate for that,” says Verstegen. “In order to maximize the lifetime of the excavator front and the

tilt-rotator, there are some limitations in the maximum bucket width. The maximum bucket width depends on the excavator size, tilt-rotator size and the application.”

Any weight added to the end of the boom should be taken into consideration. “This not only can add a tipping hazard, but also take into consideration the reduction of breakout force,” says Andrews. “The closer the attachment is to the end of the stick, the better your breakout force will be. In addition, when using heavy vibration attachments, this will increase wear from a normal day-to-day use of a non-movement attachment (digging bucket).”

Tilting couplers do change the geometry; the added length translates to a larger bucket tip radius from the stick pivot point. “The reduction in breakout forces is proportional to the percentage of increase in the bucket tip radius,” Hurst notes. “If you look at the increase in radius from the stick pin to the bucket tooth, the increase is maybe 20% to 30% depending upon the bucket.

However, the added bucket tip radius from the arm pivot point is a significantly smaller percentage, maybe 5% to 10%. Trenching is generally done with the arm in long strokes, not with the bucket curl, so loss of breakout force is not really noticed.”

It’s all about whether the trade-offs in lifting and breakout force will be offset by the efficiency increase. “There is some marginal loss in breakout force, but it is far outweighed with all of the other operational benefits and efficiencies,” Mallory asserts. ET

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J OB S I T E S O LUT I O N S By Sara Anderson

Eslich Wrecking Helps Give Akron a Makeover

Contractor has been involved in five different revitalization projects throughout the city.

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nown as the Rubber City from its deep roots in the rubber product manufacturing industry, Akron, OH, is in the process of reinventing itself in the decades following its decline as the nation’s tire manufacturing epicenter. An integral part of redevelopment and revitalization is the demolition of structures and sites that have, over the years, become obsolete.

The family-owned and operated Eslich Wrecking Company, a National Demolition Association (NDA) member based out of Louisville, OH, is among the companies leaving their mark on the city. Chosen as contractor due to its safety record, experience and competitive pric­ing, Eslich Wrecking has been involved in five different revital­ization projects throughout Akron and its surrounding areas since the middle of 2016. These projects ultimately improve the surrounding communities because they help pave the way for new development.

EXTRA MEASURES FOR SITE SAFETY The site of the Middlebury Separation Project (CSO Racks 5 and 7) sat vacant for many years before Eslich Wrecking’s crews began work in mid-July 2016 on the eightmonth-long sewer separation project. To accommodate a water holding pond for the city’s storm water drainage system, two buildings needed to be demolished, one of which was situated on the em­bankment of the 25-ft.-wide Cuyahoga River.

Before demolition could begin, a 20-person environmental crew removed universal waste and asbestos from the site. Next, the five-person inclinometer crew’s geotechnical engineers took measures to ensure site safety. The small work site was situated on the river’s edge and also within 10 ft. of high-traffic city streets. In addition, heavy, high-voltage power lines hung overhead.

The inclinom­eter systems were installed to measure movement of the concrete walls along the river, as well as a structurally sensitive sheet pile wall that was supporting a railroad track and power poles.

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According to Eslich, the installation of the inclinom­eters and the weekly readings posed a unique challenge to crews because they had to be done without hampering the progress of the overall project. However, they were necessary to monitor the walls.

In addition, the crew worked to stabilize a power line that was leaning at a precarious 25° angle before the structures could be safely demolished.

The demolition crew was comprised of three individuals. The first step of the demolition process involved lowering the building structures to the ground. Truck drivers then hauled away the resulting debris.

After the debris was cleared, the foundation was removed and the compacted fill materials were installed.

Among Eslich Wrecking’s successes was the ability to recycle 75% of the materials from the project, including concrete, brick and metal. According to DriveAkron, a city initiative to communicate the status of ongoing projects, another significant benefit derived from project is improved water quality for the surrounding community. It also lends itself to a storm water wetland for nearby residents to enjoy.

was started in September 2016 to accommodate a new road as part of the city’s overall new roadway system.

The Eslich team included a 40-person environ­mental crew and a three-person demoli­tion crew, along with several truck driv­ers who hauled materials away from the site. The process began with disconnection of the utilities and the abatement of asbestos, polychlorinated bi-phenols (PcBs) and universal waste.

Next, the crew worked to demolish the superstructure of the building from east to west using a Komatsu PC200 excavator with

AMONG ESLICH WRECKING’S SUCCESSES WAS THE ABILITY TO RECYCLE 75% OF THE MATERIALS FROM THE PROJECT, INCLUDING CONCRETE, BRICK AND METAL.

ROOM FOR NEW ROADS The former AkroDYNE plant, which was situated just off of Interstate 76, was once a key player in Akron’s rubber and tire manufacturing industry. With the 285,000-sq.-ft. industrial site no longer in use, demolition

Allied-Gator MT20 shear, a PC200 equipped with a LaBounty grappler plus a Bobcat S300 skid steer. There was an overhead door to assist with the removal of waste to the west, as well as a parking lot that was large enough to accommodate the labor-intensive environmental work. Finally, the crew removed the concrete floor and the foundation before backfilling and laying down topsoil and seed.

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company’s industrial foundry buildings, which date back over 100 years, was ordered to make way for future development opportunities.

Crews totaling approximately 20 people went to work in October 2016, and began environmental abatement and removal of nonferrous materials.

Due to the foundry’s close proximity to the BWX Technologies Inc. nuclear power plant, crews worked meticulously to disconnect only the necessary utilities before construction began. Fulfilling the dust containment requirements and shearing the riveted columns also proved challenging, but Eslich was “fortunate to have an expeThe revitalization projects in and around Akron are rienced team of people and the necessary equipment to helping to improve the surrounding communities and pave minimize the challenges of the way for new development. this project.” successful because the company “instilled a The next step of the process was safe and efficient plan that allowed [it] to demolition of the superstructures. To fulfill the customer’s request.” In addition, accomplish this, workers relied on the company did not leave any traces of its a Komatsu PC450-7 excavator with work behind, putting the city of Akron in a LaBounty UP50 shear; a Komatsu position to construct a new and long-awaitPC1000 and Allied-Gator MT100 ed roadway. shear; a Komatsu PC138 with AlliedGator MT15 shear; a Caterpillar 345BL AN EYE ON EFFICIENCY VG with Allied-Gator MT70 shear; a As part of ODOT’s Central Exchange Caterpillar 345BL VG and Allied-Gator Project, Shelly & Sands Inc., ODOT’s MT90 shear; a Bobcat S300 skid steer; contractor, hired Eslich to remove the steel and a HAWC (High Pressure Air Water structures of westbound and eastbound Cannon) Dust Destroyer.

I-76. The bridge removal paved the way Eslich aimed to recycle 90% of the for reconstruction of heavily trafficked materials from the demolition, includinterchanges, with the ultimate goal of bet- ing ferrous and nonferrous materials. tering the flow of traffic and increasing commuter safety.

SAYING GOODBYE TO A LANDMARK Prior to the mobilization of the onRolling Acres Mall became a city site five-person crew, the concrete parapet landmark after opening its doors in and deck were removed from the bridge 1975, but began to decline when the structure. Crews then worked to remove first of its anchor stores relocated in concrete beams, piers and end walls to the 2006. By 2008, the mall had offi­cially required limits. The steel structure was closed its doors and auctioned off its removed systematically, starting with shear- key fixtures. The property and its suring the cross bracing then the main beams rounding land, now owned by the city into manageable lengths. The beams, of Akron, was finally approved for which ranged from 1 1/3 to 2 in. thick, demolition in July 2016. were loaded onto trucks and shipped out.

Eslich began the process that Eslich was able to perform the work for October with the removal of environShelly & Sands on time and within budmental materials of universal waste and get despite a project site in close proximity asbestos. Several nearby anchor stores to freeway entrance and exit traffic and were still standing, so crews worked demanding timelines. It also recycled 100% to plug, cap and relo­cate the utiliof all materials removed. ties and separate the structures from the mall structure. Next came demoliBEYOND CITY LIMITS tion of the mall structure itself. Crews Situated just outside Akron is the small used a Komatsu PC200-8 excavator city of Barberton, OH, home to Bab­cock with LaBounty grappler, PC360-8 with & Wilcox Power Generation Group Inc., LaBounty UP45 shear and PC350-7 which designs, manufactures and conwith LaBounty UP45 shear and grapstructs power generation, environ­mental pler. Also used was a Caterpillar 950 and clean energy solutions. The demolition wheel loader with Allied-Gator grappler of approximately 500,000 sq. ft. of the claw bucket and a Bobcat S300.

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Once the concrete was removed, the project was finalized and the site graded for redevel­ opment. Eslich projected 85% to 90% of the concrete, brick and metal from this job would be recycled.

The completed site now boasts 1.3 million sq. ft. of space conveniently located near the heart of the city and surrounding highways. It has since been made available for redevelopment. ET

Information from this article was first published in Demolition Magazine and is being reprinted with permission from the National Demolition Association (www. demolitionassociation.com).

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The Strike Force breaker series includes a range of models and sizes for various carriers and applications.

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• Delivers 380 to 950 bpm and is rated in the 15,000 ft.-lb. impact energy class • Designed for excavators weighing 121,250 to 198,400 lbs.

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The B Series hammers (B20, B30 and B35) have operating weights from 1,846 to 6,660 lbs. and are matched to excavators weighing from 18 to 40 metric tons.

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Featuring a service weight of 1,380 lbs., the RX12 has an impact rate of up to 950 bpm and is specified for carriers with a capacity of 19,800 to 33,000 lbs.

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• Bit options include standard moil point and optional chisel point, spade, compacting plate and pyramid point (HH20C and HH40C only) • Tool retention system enables quick installation and removal using one screwdriver • 30% fewer parts compared to previous models • 1,000-hour service intervals

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s p i T For Using Earthmovers to Lift and Place Heavy Loads These quick tips can help set the stage for safely lifting and placing heavy loads on site.

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t’s not uncommon for earthmovers to occasionally be tasked with lifting and placing heavy loads, such as pipe or trench boxes, on a project. Yet, each lift requires careful planning to ensure the safety of employees and equipment.

Following are five quick tips to help you get started toward safely completing these tasks. For specific guidelines, consult the operator’s manual for the particular machine that will be used.

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ENSURE THE MACHINE CAN HANDLE THE LOAD

Exceeding the lifting capacity of an excavator or backhoe-loader could cause it to become unstable, increasing the risk of tipping or loss of control of the machine or load. This may result in injury to personnel and damage to the machine, site or payload. It can also place undue stress on systems and components, which may lead to maintenance issues, failures and costly downtime and repairs down the road.

The proper machine will have the size and capacity to maintain stability and control throughout the lift, while providing sufficient lift height and reach to place the material where it’s needed. It must also be capable of safely lowering the load into a hole or trench as required.

2 The operator should be able to maintain visibility into the hole or trench as the load is being lowered. Position the machine so the lowering is done over the end of the machine and not over the side.

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UNDERSTAND THE MACHINE’S LOAD CHARTS

Manufacturers determine how much weight an excavator or backhoe-loader model and configuration can safely lift. Machine capacity is constantly changing based on the boom’s working range and position. Load charts designate the lifting capacity at various angles, heights, reach and swing radii.

Operators should be trained how to read and follow the load charts for the machine, and have a thorough understanding of its capabilities prior to the lift.

Make sure they can identify the rated lift capacities at various positions around the machine.

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DETERMINE THE TOTAL WEIGHT OF THE LOAD

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CHECK THE SITE AND THE MACHINE

Prior to any lift, it’s vital that you know the weight of the material to be moved. Many types of construction materials, such as concrete pipe, will have weights available from the supplier. Be sure to contact the proper individual on site who can provide this information.

Yet, knowing a load’s weight is only the starting point. The total load weight must also take into account the machine configuration and any items that may add weight to the lifting end of the machine, such as buckets, thumbs and couplers. The weight of these items must be subtracted from the total weight the unit can lift at the particular reach or angle required.

If the total weight of a load can’t be determined, proceed with caution. Conduct a test lift if there is any question about the machine’s ability to handle the load, making sure the load is picked close to the machine, kept close to the ground and slowly extended and swung into place.

Before starting the lift, check the surrounding area for obstacles or hazards (e.g., overhead utilities) within the lift zone.

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mats, wood platforms or steel plates to provide a more solid work platform if needed.

The operator should check that the controls are set to the preferred control pattern and that he or she is familiar with the functions of that particular machine. A safety check should also be conducted on the machine to ensure it is in good condition and is operating properly.

If the machine is equipped with a blade, the blade should be placed on the ground for added stability. Make sure the necessary counterweights are in place.

In the case of a backhoe-loader, stabilizers should be lowered so that the tires are lifted slightly off the ground. The loader bucket should be placed on the ground for further stability.

Check the rigging to ensure it is appropriate to the application and rated to handle the load.

Inspect it before each use for any signs of damage or wear, and make sure it is properly secured to the machine and load.

Finally, clear the area of any unnecessary personnel. The spotters should be the only individuals in the immediate area, and should be stationed clear of the lift area yet visible to the equipment operator throughout the lift.

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KEEP IT LOW AND SLOW

Keep in mind that an excavator or backhoe-loader will have its highest lifting capacity closer to the machine. Lift the load squarely over the side or end of the machine. Keep the load as close to the machine and the ground as possible as you move it, then extend the load out to place it in the desired location. Use slow movements to help ensure a controlled operation.

The operator should be positioned to be able to maintain visibility into the hole or trench as the load is being lowered.

Position the machine so that the lowering will be done over the end of the machine and not over the side.

The total weight of a load must include any items that may add weight to the lifting end of the machine, including buckets, thumbs and couplers.

Keep the lift point directly over the load. The load can become unbalanced if the line is twisted and starts to rotate.

Short slings can be used to prevent excessive load swing.

Tag lines can help control the load and prevent swinging or swaying during the lift.

If there are any signs of instability or loss of control of the machine or load, discontinue the lift and lower the load to the ground. ET Information for this article was compiled and edited by Hannah Schultz, a contributing editor to Equipment Today.

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The Kenco Pipe Hook comes in two versions.

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EXCAVATORS >> Products Hitachi ZX345USLC-6 Reduced Tailswing Excavator

LBX Link-Belt X4 Excavators The 250 X4, 250 X4 LF, 300 X4 and 350 X4 feature advanced, electronicallycontrolled Isuzu Tier 4 Final engines that require no diesel particulate filter and offer up to 12% improved fuel efficiency.

• Operating weights from 56,900 to 82,400 lbs., power ratings from 177 to 268 hp and digging depths from 22 ft.

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• 30% bigger control valve creates a larger hydraulic passage area, larger spools and advanced controls to maximize hydraulic system control and responsiveness • Two electrically-controlled Kawasaki variable-displacement axial piston pumps and one Kawasaki gear pump • Include an automotive-grade high-back seat, 7-in. LED color monitor and standard rearview camera with available Wide Angle View Enhancement System

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Caterpillar M315F and M317F Wheeled Excavators The M315F and M317F compact radius excavators offer a range of configurations, including undercarriage options, stick lengths and boom types to fit specific applications.

• Offset or variable adjustable booms • 150-hp C4.4 ACERT Tier 4 Final engine with Automatic Engine Speed Control and engine idle-shutdown system • Include a load-sensing hydraulic system, medium- and high-pressure auxiliary hydraulic lines, automated hydraulic Auto-Connect quick coupler and monitor-based tool control system • Tool control interface allows for up to 10 different flow/pressure settings to be programmed

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Falling in the 33- to 40-metric-ton size class, the ZX345USLC-6 ultrashort tailswing excavator has an Isuzu Tier 4 Final engine with integrated engine technologies that do not require a diesel particulate filter.

• Three-pump hydraulic system provides greater flow for attachments, fast cycle times and improved fuel economy • Optional auxiliary hydraulics with programmable attachment modes and proportional control • D-channel side frames • Large idlers, rollers and strutted track links and sealed and lubricated undercarriage built for long service life

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Hyundai Tier 4 Final HX Series Hydraulic Excavators Ranging from 22 to 52 metric tons, the HX220L, HX260L, HX300L, HX330L and HX380L feature Cummins Tier 4 Final engines and the HX480L and HX520L are powered by Scania engines.

• Intelligent Power Control for computeraided power optimization based on load demand • 8-in. interactive, adjustable, touchscreen cluster-monitor includes haptic remote control for all major functions • AAVM System for 360° surround virtual operating includes the Intelligent Moving Object Detection system • Boom Float, Fine Swing and Eco Breaker modes • Vertically stacked cooling design and electronic fan clutch

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Lonking Excavators from IronDirect IronDirect offers four models of Lonking excavators ranging from 14 to 48 tons.

• 120.7- to 360.7-hp Cummins engines and Kawasaki or Rexroth pumps and valves • Operating weights from 30,865 to 106,262 lbs. with 26,078 to 58,900 lbs. of breakout force • Maximum digging depths from 18 ft.

2 in. to 25 ft. 7 in.

• Designed for optimal visibility and comfort and outfitted with intuitive, informative color monitors

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The 101-hp 135G and 159-hp 245G LC reduced tailswing excavators feature Tier 4 Final diesel engines that require no diesel particulate filter.

• Include a standard rear-view camera and factory-installed auxiliary hydraulics with programmable attachment modes • Powerwise III hydraulic system with High, Power and Economy productivity modes • Cab has sculpted mechanical suspension high-back seats and a standard air suspension heated seat in the 245G LC • Features a multi-language LCD monitor and automatic, high-velocity bi-level climate control system

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Liebherr A 918 Litronic Wheeled Excavator The A 918 Litronic wheeled excavator has a 163-hp Tier 4 Final diesel engine and Liebherr Power Efficiency (LPE) to optimally control all power management processes for reduced fuel consumption.

• 8-ft. 4-in.-wide undercarriage with front and back outriggers • 8-ft. 8-in. stick with quick-coupler system • 16-ft. 5-in.-long angled mono boom with central lubrication • 3-ft. 5-in.-wide backhoe bucket with Z-tooth system and 1.05-cu.-yd. capacity • Automatic digging brake standard

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Kobelco SK350DLC-10 Demolition Excavator Case CX245D SR Minimum-swing Excavator The 60,400-lb. CX245D SR has a compact counterweight and modified boom placement to minimize the machine’s footprint.

• 160-hp Tier 4 Final engine does not require a diesel particulate filter • Bucket digging forces up to 34,600 lbs. and lift capacity up to 22,950 lbs.

• Faster cycle times achieved via an electronically controlled pump, larger control valve and multiple sensors • Intelligent Hydraulic System and four integrated control systems • Free Swing enables improved craning, laying or lifting of offset loads

The SK350DLC-10 has the NEXT joint system where each boom and attachment is designed with a block structure that simplifies assembly/disassembly.

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Gradall Discovery Series Crossover Excavators The SY215C excavator is powered by a Cummins Tier 4 Final engine and features two circuits of auxiliary lines down the arm for ready to use hydraulic power.

• Side frame rails standard • Optimized cabin for visibility and operator comfort • SANYLive telematics GPS system keeps track of engine hours, fuel usage, location history, alerts and events

The Discovery Series combines a full-tilting, telescoping boom with a Freightliner M2 two-axle truck chassis.

• Boom tilts 220° and includes two overlapping sections that telescope out to 25 ft.

• Two-wheel-drive D152 and four-wheeldrive D154 include an automatic transmission and a single emissionscompliant Cummins 6.7-liter engine rated at 220 gross hp and 520 ft.-lbs. of torque • Near-zero tailswing design • Front axle lockout cylinders provide full working stability without outriggers

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JCB JS131 Crawler Excavator The 31,499-lb. JS131 has a 74-hp EcoMAX engine that meets Tier 4 Final without the need for a diesel particulate filter, selective catalytic reduction system or exhaust treatment fluid.

• Engine runs at just 1,800 rpm for low noise levels of 99 dB • 19-ft. 9-in. maximum dig depth and 1.2-cu.-yd. maximum bucket capacity • Reinforced boom and dipper made of high tensile strength steel • Balanced slew and electronic/hydraulic-controlled slew braking • 2GO system fully isolates hydraulic functions to avoid unintended machine movements

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Volvo EC750E Excavator The EC750E excavator features a 516hp Volvo D16J Tier 4 Final engine with ECO mode system that enables up to 15% higher productivity with 5% great fuel efficiency.

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Komatsu PC170LC-11 Hydraulic Excavator The PC170LC-11 features an enhanced power mode for up to 6% more productivity.

• 121-net-hp Tier 4 Final SAA4D107E-3 engine with auto idle and auto idle shutdown system • Viscous fan clutch provides up to 5% higher FWHP rating and reduced sound levels • Platform-mounted DEF tank with sight glass • Six work modes match engine speed and pump flow to various applications • Updated, large, 7-in. LCD monitor with split-display mode

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Contractor Uses the Right Tools to TACKLE HIGH-PROFILE PROJECTS Stealth Construction provides a mix of construction services and equipment that enable it to take on challenging projects.

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hree years ago, Dominion Virginia Power initiated a plan to add facilities to meet the rising demand for electricity in Loudoun County, one of the fastest-growing counties in Virginia. Once the long process for obtaining approvals and right-of-way locations was complete, a fastpaced construction schedule began.

That’s when Dominion Virginia Power called on Stealth Construction. The trenching and excavating company, headquartered in Manassas, VA, has earned a reputation for providing a range of construction services and handling high-profile projects.

“We have identified our niche and have become very proficient at digging, excavating and trenching in all types of situations and jobsites,”

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says Kent Baxter, vice president at Stealth Construction. “Working in a metropolitan area like Washington, D.C., we understand the importance of minimizing traffic disruption. Our goal is to get in, do the work and get out.”

That’s exactly the type of service Dominion needed last summer in Loudoun County. Between 2008 and 2013, the electrical load in the Sterling Park area grew at an average annual rate of 3.9%. From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth is projected to be 9%. In that case, the actual electrical load would increase from 216 to 510 mega-volt amperes.

To meet the demand, Dominion routed a new transmission line and built a new substation near the intersection of Pacific Boulevard and Moran Road. That location was the

center of the targeted growth area, both for new residential properties and firms in the exploding high-tech corridor. In late spring 2016, Stealth Construction began installing manholes (concrete structures) and digging trenches.

“One thing that sets our company apart is our equipment inventory,” Baxter says.

“We have every tool you need to handle any job in this business. Matching the right equipment to the job is a big factor in our success.”

HEAVY LIFTERS For the Loudoun County project and its tight time frame, Stealth Construction brought in five crawler excavators. Purchased from H&E Equipment Services in Warrenton,

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LEFT: For the Loudoun County project, Stealth Construction brought in five Doosan crawler excavators, including a DX235LCR-5.

RIGHT: The Loudoun County project required digging roughly 4,000 ft. of 8- to 10-ft.-deep trenches, as well as installing manholes.

VA, a Doosan DX80, DX180LC-3, DX235LCR-5 and a pair of DX300LC-5s were used as their capabilities matched different parts of the job.

“Digging through rock was a big challenge,” says Baxter. “We dug about 4,000 ft. of trenches that were 8 to 10 ft. deep. We also installed 10 manholes that were 9’ x 17’ and 12 ft. deep. The DX300LC-5 machines, one equipped with a hydraulic breaker and the other with a bucket, did an excellent job of digging in the rough terrain.”

The excavators worked on another high-profile Dominion energy job during much of the same time period, installing duct banks and manholes to provide additional electrical power to expand a substation near Dulles International Airport.

Stealth Construction used DX300LC-5 excavators such as the one shown to tackle heavy lifting at the Dulles International Airport.

Part of this project — about 700 ft. of the mile-long underground assignment — required Stealth Construction to place manholes in a gully with swamp-like conditions. Again, the DX300LC-5s were put into action.

“The company that we purchase our manholes from typically backs up to the hole and places them in the ground,” Baxter notes. “That option was not available in this situation; neither was unloading and placing the manholes with a crane.”

The two large crawler excavators were the only two pieces of equipment on site that were able to access the jobsite. Both had performed well digging and using a hydraulic breaker to maneuver through rocky areas.

The question was whether they could move and place the manholes.

“A few years earlier... we tried to lift some manholes with another brand of crawler excavator,” Baxter recalls. “These two units, which were actually larger than the DX300LC5s, were unable to do it. As a result of that struggle, I wasn’t sure if the Doosan machines could handle the job.”

Each manhole is delivered in two sections to help lessen the weight on the trucks during transportation. With the Doosan excavators, the manholes were picked up and positioned in the swamp area and precisely placed. Not only did they get the job done, they proved an economical solution.

“Every time we hire a crane, the cost is $3,000 to $4,000,” Baxter points out. “Based on what the excavators did on this job, I

would expect we will have less need for a crane in the future.

That’s a nice savings.”

Baxter, who has been involved in underground construction for three decades, says the DX300LC-5s have proven to be a significant time- and money-saving investment on some of his firm’s jobs. With more unexpected challenges likely ahead as Stealth Construction continues to take on high-profile assignments, he’s confident that his equipment lineup is well positioned to handle the work.

“We always want the best machine on the job,” he says. “That’s what we are all about.” ET

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T E CHN OLOG Y T R E N D S By John Chier

6 REASONS

Rugged devices are designed for reliability in environments that most mobile devices can’t handle.

to Use Rugged Mobile Devices T he construction industry, like most industries, has been revolutionized by mobile technology. It has improved communication, decision-making, tracking and managing of resources including materials, people and workflows. However, construction’s requirements for mobile devices are vastly different than those of most consumers. Whether you’re a construction business owner or a worker, you need mobile devices that are durable, secure and rugged and that offer software applications for use in the field.

Rugged devices have been used for years by businesses and workers that rely on teams out on jobsites. But these niche devices were often cumbersome, required specialized technology and equipment and were usually very expensive. More recently, advanced technology has made rugged mobile devices widely available to the masses at an affordable price and without compromising on features. These types of devices are especially well suited to the construction industry.

Here are six reasons why contractors and workers can benefit from switching over to ruggedized mobile phones.

DIRT, SHOCK, DUST #1 D&ROPS, EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS ARE NO SWEAT

John Chier is director of corporate communications at Kyocera.

For most construction workers, simply having protection from a cracked screen or water damage isn’t enough. Those who work in the field require use of their mobile devices to drive workflows, and they need phones

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that can stand up to rigorous, often dynamic environments.

Rugged devices that are waterproof and meet Military Standard 810G for protection against shock and vibration, as well as exposure to extreme environmental conditions — such as heavy dust, high altitudes, solar radiation, heavy salt and fog and extreme humidity — are imperative for use on many jobsites.

Non-rugged devices require an external case to protect the shell and screen from damage.

However, they are still fragile inside at the component level, and are not built to withstand abuse. Rugged devices are designed, inside and out down to the circuit board, for complete reliability in environments that most mobile devices can’t handle.

N UNINTENTIONAL #2 AEXTENDED DIP IN A BODY OF WATER WON’T KILL IT

Waterproofing is important for businesses and workers that operate anywhere around water.

Waterproof, durable devices also prevent the need to spend extra money on expensive aftermarket cases that often make the phones more difficult to use and charge.

Yet, not all types of waterproofing are equal. Waterresistant phones that are coated with hydrophobic sprays may ensure the device survives a dunk in water, but aren’t able to prevent the ingress of water or other liquids into the device. True waterproof phones will ensure that no water — including that carrying dirt, cement or other materials — can enter the phone.

Advanced technology has made rugged mobile devices widely available to the masses for both business and consumer use at an affordable price and without compromising on features.

Rugged phones take a different approach to waterproofing than most water-resistant phones, such as using waterproof gaskets, air-permeable membranes over the speakers and even rubber-coated screws as an integral part of the construction. In addition, features such as Glove & Wet Touch Operation mean your device not only survives water exposure, but that it still works when wet, keeping you productive and connected at all times.

DON’T COMPROMISE #3 TONHEYSECURITY

For construction companies with networks, data security isn’t confined to the office. Sensitive, proprietary information needs to be protected all the way to the jobsite. It’s critical to use rugged devices that include extensive security features that ensure you have a secure means of communicating, creating mobile workflows and sending important information to and from the cloud from any location.

need to be rugged to be a viable solution, especially when operating in potentially hazardous environments on a jobsite.

Many rugged devices have dedicated PTT buttons for true walkie-talkie-style user experiences, which can also be programmed for one-touch access to another app if PTT isn’t enabled.

HEY CAN REDUCE THE #5 TTOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP A rugged device on the jobsite can lower the total cost of ownership (TCO) compared with a typical non-rugged smartphone by an average of 46%, and a rugged phone is less than a third as likely to fail on the job than a non-rugged phone. Ruggedized devices also hold their value for a longer period of time than non-rugged devices, cost less in repairs, don’t require expensive aftermarket accessories such as waterproof cases and, most importantly, ensure that workers won’t need to pay hundreds of dollars to replace broken phones.

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Today, Push-to-Talk (PTT) over LTE offered by leading wireless service providers is extremely affordable and hugely helpful for construction businesses that rely on one-touch walkie-talkiestyle communications between individuals and groups. Devices that enable PTT capabilities

For most workers, their personal phone is their work phone, too. Today’s new breed of ruggedized mobile devices no longer forces users to choose between toughness and style. They offer high performance, features and durability that make them suited not only for business but also for personal use. ET

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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS

Pre-construction Plan, Software Help Manage Costs on Winery Project Accurate estimating proved essential to the project’s success.

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ositioned seven miles north of Napa on the valley’s eastern side, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is located on a 240-acre estate with 90 acres of vineyards.

Stag’s Leap produces award-winning vintage wines and has been growing successfully over the years, acquiring other neighboring vineyards. It has become a go-to destination for the wine elite and hoards of tourists.

To better accommodate guests, the winery needed a larger, multi-use facility for tastings, education and business meetings. The selected site for the new $7 million visitor facility is on the northeast corner of the estate and perched on the side of a hill. It provides vista views of the expansive rows of grape vines, the land and the dramatic Stag’s Leap rock formation as a backdrop.

Choosing the site launched nine months of planning, engineering and design before site preparation could commence.

The structure would be built on a constructed ledge, extending the hill that houses a network of man-made caves used for years as cool temperature storage.

“This is a complicated and complex project,” states Bill Kopling, 3D modeler and takeoff technician with John Benward Company Inc., Sonoma, CA. “We knew that success on the project depends on accurate cost estimates based on detailed, digital plans for stripping, grubbing, cut and fill and structural fill placement.”

ADJUSTABLE ESTIMATING Founded in 1979, John Benward Company is a Class A general engineering construction firm providing all forms of site preparation for construction projects in the San Francisco North Bay Area serving Sonoma, Napa, Northern Marin and Solano Counties. A specialty area is wineries. The company

LEFT: John Benward Company had to extend the site plateau using 22,000 cu. yds. of approved “select” fill that met the project’s geotechnical requirements. RIGHT: InSite SiteWorks produced graphical construction layouts, allowing the contractor to explain cost estimates and provide visual imagery to quantify necessary work. has extensive experience and a notable reputation within the California wine industry.

John Benward Company’s portion of the project included site prep for the visitor center, a roadway leading in and two parking areas — one for 25 cars and an overflow area, which can accommodate two buses.

The big challenge was to extend the site plateau 125 ft.

(150 ft. on the toe end) by adding 22,000 cu. yds. of approved “select” fill with plasticity index of 15 or lower to meet the geotechnical requirements set by the project’s engineering firm.

The building pad extension is adjacent to the network of manmade tunnels. On the site were 1,200 cu. yds. of cave tailings from boring activities to create the cave network that remained when the caves were built.

Extending the site plateau and ensuring fill stability for the visitor center would require construction of a keyway at the base and a series of four benches measuring 4 ft. high by 12 ft. wide for the length of the fill plateau.

Before construction commenced, John Benward Company created a

comprehensive bid estimate using the data points provided by Stag Leap’s contracted civil engineers.

“We used SiteWorks software from InSite to calculate exact take-off and fill quantities and utility quantities for the Stag’s Leap project,” says Kopling. “The software produces graphical construction layouts, which helped us explain our cost estimates and provide visual imagery to help quantify the work necessary to create the project.”

PROVIDING THE ABILITY TO MANAGE PRIORITIES During the planning and design phase of the project, there were numerous changes and refinements to the construction plan. John Benward Company was able to adjust quantities and its cost estimates each time with InSite SiteWorks earthwork and utility estimating software.

One time the winery’s design team made some major changes and Stag’s Leap management wanted to see updated costs for the next budget round, due in a few days. “It was a lot of work and I literally had about 16 hours to produce everything to a very detailed level,”

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says Kopling. “Plus, I had a personal priority at the time — my wife was recovering from brain surgery. SiteWorks is so powerful and easy to work with that I was able to do all the data input and modeling with her near my side so I could address her convalescing needs. That wasn’t the best situation, but... the software helped me pull a rabbit out of the hat that day.

“This software allowed me to juggle several high priorities in my life without having to make a decision on only one,” he adds. “The portability of the software as well as a very understanding boss made this all possible.”

The software’s overlay feature accommodated updates to the subgrade and provided 3D views of the site as it developed.

“SiteWorks software helped...

John Benward Company, the general contractor and the Stag’s Leap facilities management considerably with its pre-construction planning and budgeting,” Kopling says. “A key benefit is that it helped us explore options that without it can be cumbersome and time consuming to complete.” ET

“This software allowed me to juggle several high priorities in my life without having to make a decision on only one.”

— Bill Kopling, John Benward Company

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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS >> Products Milwaukee TICK Tool and Equipment Tracker

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• Large, outdoor-viewable display protected

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The TICK is a Bluetooth tool and equipment tracker that can be attached and hidden from sight on any product such as generators, compressors, welders, job boxes and more.

• Tracks inventory through the ONE-KEY app • Laser engraved with a serial number for easy identification • Water- and dust-tight closure protects internal components • Rugged electronics housing can stand up to high vibration and impact • Low-profile design and flat back enable a snug fit to a variety of surface types

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Tekla Structures 2017 Tekla Structures 2017 BIM software offers more control over direct modification, allowing users to create an accurate structural model quicker and easier.

• Base point allows BIM workflow with consistent, correct common coordinates • Plugin allows live algorithmic modeling using graphical algorithm editor Rhino/Grasshopper • Next-generation reinforcement method for concrete provides flexibility to create and modify reinforcements for different types of concrete geometeries • Pour unit feature allows managing and reporting of all pour-specific information • Drawing production enhancements enable easier, more flexible shaping of drawings

Leica MSS400 Series Sensors The MSS400 Series Sensors with SP Technology allow the excavator operator to maintain advanced grading accuracy at higher speeds on challenging jobsites.

• Accurate reading over a 360° range of motion allows use of iCON excavate solution without experiencing dead spots • Inertial measurement technology combined with gyroscopes and accelerometers improve digging accuracy • SP Technology delivers more precise angle calculation • Movement of machine shown in realtime on the display • Enhances performance, reduces rework and increases uptime during poor GNSS coverage or temporary loss of correction signals from the base station

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CalAmp AssetOutlook Telematics Application AssetOutlook for off-road equipment and on-road vehicles improves visibility into preventive maintenance, fleet activity and asset utilization with cumulative engine hours and AEMP data feeds.

• Powered by CalAmp Telematics Cloud • Dashboard provides a quick visual reference of key performance metrics • Tracking tab displays map of current asset locations and summary of added details • Alerts indicate when equipment is moved from one location to another, ignition is turned on after hours, there are excessive hours of use and preventive maintenance is needed • Records time stamps for equipment arrival and departure from each geozone

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ECCO EC4210B-K and EC500B-K Camera Kits ECCO has added two camera kits to its product line, providing high-quality images for reversing safety.

• EC4210B-K combines a LCD highresolution color mirror with a color license plate camera and mirrorintegrated monitor and can expand up to two cameras • EC500B-K 5-in. LCD Color System features a high-resolution color monitor and compact camera with 170° view and can expand up to three cameras • Suitable for most non-commercial applications

JLG ClearSky Fleet Management Telematics Solution

A1A 3D Lift Plan Tablet Version

The ClearSky fleet management telematics solution provides flexible options to access critical engine and equipment operational data.

• Data points include location, engine hours, usage, fuel and battery levels and maintenance schedules and are available in real time for access from desktop or mobile devices • Monitors fault codes and critical alerts can be sent via text and email • Dashboard, settings and widgets are editable and can be prioritized to customer preferences • Available as a factory-installed option for new JLG machines or aftermarket installation kit to retrofit

The 2D version of the 3D Lift Plan crane lift planning tool is compatible for use on tablets, plus offers features and expanded libraries that improve user convenience and accuracy of lift plans.

• Drag-and-drop feature makes it easier to place objects from the 3D object library • Snapshot feature records all information in the lift plan, capturing and merging the information to create video animation • Expanded rigging gear database includes a greater number of common sling configurations, spreader beams, hook blocks and shackles • Data for 13 standard models of DICA FiberMax Mega Duty crane pads now included in the crane mats library

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Sokkia GeoPro Field and GeoPro Office Software Sokkia offers the GeoPro Field and GeoPro Office software solutions for its total stations, robotics and GNSS rover systems.

• GeoPro Field provides CAD functionality with a graphical user interface designed for easy collection of field measurements for land surveying and construction activities • GeoPro Office cleans, processes and analyzes field data into its easiest to use form, plus can be expanded with an optional 3D and road design module to allow design of roads using processed field measurements • User-friendly graphical interfaces with simple in-field functions and office workflows

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HCSS eLogs ELD Solution The eLogs electronic data logging solution electronically tracks a driver’s hours of service (HOS) and automates driving events based on vehicle movements.

• Includes a driver app for smartphones or tablets and a website for reviewing Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs), driver statuses, shift and cycle time, previous violations and daily driver logs and comments • Intuitive, simple-to-use interface allows drivers to easily enter data, quickly fill out preand post-trip DVIRs and identify and self-report violations • Warns drivers about upcoming shift or cycle limits before they occur • Includes free integration with HCSS Telematics

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Identified Technologies Drone Flight Change Detection Technology This change detection technology compares drone flights of project surfaces from one week to the next and visually highlights if the surface has changed.

• Allows user to determine progress with a single glance • Blue areas represent Cut and Red areas represent Fill • Deeper coloration indicates that more change has taken place while areas of no coloration are indicative of zero change • Allows users to compare one flight to the next as well as those previously flown • Can also be used for fleet management and activity tracking and to monitor third-party construction activities

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RATE THE OPTIONS

for Maintaining Equipment Some options are not as cost effective as you may think.

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ast month, I commented about the options you have to maintain equipment (“Take a Formal Approach to Make Service Work for You”, ForConstructionPros.com/20971687) — you can perform in-house maintenance, outsource the maintenance or take your chances and do nothing at all. There are, however, a couple of other options. One is to trade in the unit for a new machine or sell the unit and use the cash to purchase either a used or new piece of equipment. Then, of course, we have the old standby of renting the unit when you need it, returning it when you’re done and leaving the maintenance to the rental company.

Each option has pluses and minuses associated with it, and a “cost” attached to it. The problem is being able to decide which option will make your company more efficient and more profitable.

So how do these options rank in terms of most costly to least costly? Here’s what I think.

IN-HOUSE MAINTENANCE

TRADE-IN FOR NEW OR USED A trade-in for a new unit lowers maintenance cost but increases ownership cost — not to mention the debt service obligation you didn’t have before. Consequently, from a cash flow standpoint, I believe the trade-in would be more costly than most of the other options. However, depending on any tax benefits involved, the tradein could move further down the list.

SELLING THE UNIT Selling a unit and using the proceeds to purchase another machine most likely falls in the same pew as the trade-in transaction, or if not in the same pew, then at least in the same church. Selling the unit and buying and servicing its replacement kind of puts us back where we started.

OUTSOURCING MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS This is probably a pretty good option for most of the equipment you have in fleet. The work gets scheduled and is done by an experienced service tech who has the tools and equipment needed and parts required to complete the job in an efficient manner.

Another benefit of outsourcing is the ability to fix your cost for the maintenance work and get price quotes for any other repair work required. You can even purchase extended warranty policies that cover major equipment components. I also assume the techs would have access to telematics information that can be used to work with you to spot problems before they lead to unscheduled downtime.

RENTAL Rental professionals figure in all expenses associated with owning and operating equipment to come up with rental rates that allow them to cover their equipment costs, shop expenses, transportation costs and all other operating expenses in terms of occupancy and admin costs. In other words, they take into account all of the same

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types of expenses a contractor would incur to provide them with the utility of the units in the field.

Because rental companies have to control these expenses throughout the year, you can bet they have a pretty good handle on the cost of maintaining and operating construction equipment. Rental companies know that Unit Utility = Profits — just as it does for your business.

DO NOTHING That leaves us with what more folks than you think will do, which is close to nothing. Required maintenance is not completed. Techs receive little or no training on how to maintain equipment or use the latest technology supplied by the OEMs. Parts are not on site to complete repairs, and there is no time available to do repairs even if you had to. The shop function is not managed, and so on.

Contractors that follow the “let’s do the least amount possible to keep the machines rolling” policy believe that not performing the maintenance and repairs required to provide reasonable time utilization is less costly compared to a reasonable ongoing maintenance program. But my take is that doing nothing is probably the most costly alternative in the lot.

I concluded last month’s column by stating that not doing proper maintenance may, in fact, cost you more than if you service your equipment. In this case, we are using “cost” to mean the full cost of: ˜˜ losing hours on a job and missing deadlines because equipment is not working properly (or not working at all); ˜˜ having to reschedule workers to other locations while equipment is being replaced or repaired; ˜˜ having repairs take longer than they should because parts and tools are not available; ˜˜ and having techs be unable to repair the unit (in flat rate time) because they are not trained to do this level of work.

In the end, not having equipment ready to roll on a jobsite can lead to total disarray on that particular job, and in turn impact your whole operation.

So here is my ranking of the options from most costly to least costly and, ultimately, most efficient: 1. DO NOTHING — Most costly for the reasons stated, though contractors with small fleets may not incur as harsh a result.

2. IN-HOUSE MAINTENANCE — Poorly managed in-house maintenance is a problem but curable, if you have adequate work for the tech force.

3. TRADE-IN — Purchasing a new unit is a very expensive option compared to properly maintaining existing units and extending their useful life.

4. SELL THE UNIT — Selling one unit so you can purchase another usually comes with short-term financing that eats cash.

5. OUTSOURCED MAINTENANCE — This is a viable option if properly managed, assuming you have a wide variety of equipment to maintain.

6. RENTAL — Rent when you can and avoid the hassle concerning both cost to own and cost to operate.

This ranking may prove wrong depending on the circumstances for your business. Contractors with small fleets, or fleets that don’t require ongoing maintenance, may find it works to do maintenance in-house. But overall, if your fleet is fairly large and integral to your operation, and you lack a highly effective service department, it is probably more profitable to select some form of outsourcing of the maintenance function. ET

THE PROBLEM IS BEING ABLE TO DECIDE WHICH OPTION WILL MAKE YOUR COMPANY MORE EFFICIENT AND MORE PROFITABLE.

I suspect many of you would select in-house maintenance as the least costly option, but I wouldn’t. Just consider the manpower, parts inventories, space, equipment and tools required to do the work. There’s also scheduling the work and the overall downtime of the equipment because of a backlog of service work. Unless you have a well-managed shop using state of the art tools and equipment, doing more than just routine maintenance is going to be more expensive compared to your other options.

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