Built to help power and fiber optic contractors easily create a clean, narrow trench in one pass, the Ditch Witch MT164 microtrencher attachment offers maximum compact cable installation performance. Equipped with a standard hydraulic plunge and option to offset the frame, the MT164 provides variable depth control and gives contractors the ability to cut right up next to a curb. It can trench up to 2 inches wide by 16 inches deep, allowing crews to cut deep enough to get through a standard-sized curb. It can also be set up for a push or pull application depending on the job site. The microtrencher’s compact footprint provides operators increased flexibility with minimal disruption to surrounding infrastructure in urban areas.
The BF90.3 crusher from MB Crusher is a popular midsized crusher bucket designed for excavators with an operating weight ranging between 46,300 to 70,500 pounds. The crusher is suitable for turning waste materials into aggregates ready to be repurposed on current or future job sites, saving money by eliminating transportation and material purchasing costs. The unit can reach a variety of job sites, regardless of the location and space available thanks to its compact size.
ASV Holdings offers smooth CTL Turf Tracks for minimized damage to soft, delicate surfaces. With a combination of greater ground surface area and the benefits of ASV’s Posi-Track undercarriage, the tracks can minimize damage to topsoil and root systems. They have a smooth design and are manufactured from a special blend that resists cracking, provides traction and maximizes overall life. The rubber tracks eliminate corrosion because they contain no steel cords. Durability is maximized through seven layers of embedded puncture, cut and stretch-resistant material. These turf tracks are available for the RT-25, RT-40, RT-50, RT-65 and VT-70 high-output models.
Wildcat Heaters high-pressure, oil-fired hot-water/steam heaters and hydraulic pump systems from Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems are designed for reliability and efficiency, and are installation-ready for vacuum trucks and hydroexcavators. A full range of heater options includes dry steam, redundancy packages, schedule 80 and 160 stainless steel or A53 boiler pipe, and fine-tuned temperature and flow-control systems. All coils are manufactured in-house, with CRN boiler-approved coils now available. Heaters can be designed for mounting in a cabinet or supplied as a completed cabinet unit. They are CSA and ETL approved. Hydraulic pumping systems are available.
The 350 P-Tier and 380 P-Tier midsized excavators from John Deere offer SmartGrade technology as a factory option and field upgrade kits, and the user can choose from 2D or 3D guidance, or 2D or 3D SmartGrade Ready Control. Overdig protection limits the bucket’s cutting edge from going below the target design surface. Visibility around the machines has been improved with the option of a right, rear and left camera system with LED surround lighting that provides 270-degree visibility and is integrated into the cab’s primary display. In an effort to lower daily operating costs, the machines’ fuel economy is up 7% compared to previous models via electric on-demand cooling fans that reduce engine load, in-line after treatment for less restriction and system complexity, and increased front piping diameter to cut down hydraulic restriction.
The Volvo Construction Equipment EWR130E midsized wheeled excavator provides a short front and rear swing radius without compromising on lifting performance or digging force, according to Volvo. The rear swing is 5 feet 1 inch and a front swing of 5 feet 11 inches. Coupled with new four-wheel steering and in-line outrigger options, the machine is easy to control and stable, Volvo reports. Its uses include urban jobs where frequent roading is required, and confined job sites or roads where traffic safety is paramount. The inline outriggers help position and stabilize the machine in tight spaces. A divided blade option provides additional leveling on uneven ground or around curbs. The standard two-piece boom enables lifting up to 9,480 pounds at a 19.7-foot reach.
CASE Construction Equipment‘s Minotaur DL550 compact dozer loader weighs in at more than 18,000 pounds and works with 114 hp, delivering dozing and grading performance and powerful site loading capabilities. It has a chassis-integrated C-frame with a six-way dozer blade. The C-frame hydraulically couples into both the chassis of the machine as well as the attachment coupler. This design provides the stability and smooth operating plane of a small dozer while ensuring that all operating power is channeled through the whole body of the machine, providing greater performance and long-term reliability. It’s also available with an optional, fully integrated ripper for tearing up tough terrain to simplify dozing and earthmoving operations.
Yanmar Compact Equipment’s compact wheel loaders include comfort features across the line, including a spacious cab and dual doors for easy entry from each side. The machines provide a combination of power, comfort and compactness for applications that require fast travel speeds, high lift capacity and a small turning radius. The lineup includes the V4-7, V8, V10 and V12. Operating weights for the line range from 8,422 to 15,432 pounds. The loaders feature bucket capacities of 0.65 cubic yards to 2.35 cubic yards and lift capacities of 7,451 to 15,962 pound-force. Fast travel speeds improve job site productivity, ranging from 11.8 to 22 mph. Hydraulic quick couplers allow for fast and easy changing of attachments.
