Caterpillar
Caterpillar opens first Data Innovation Lab
Caterpillar opened its first Data Innovation Lab, located in Research Park at the University of Illinois. According to the company, the labs will provide faster, better and more efficient innovation than ever before, which will help Cat better service its… Keep Reading
Latest model is a 17.5-ton, four-pass machine
The rated payload of Caterpillar's 990K is 17.5 tons – up from the 16.5-ton payload of the company's H Series model. The increased payload makes the loader a four-pass match with the Cat 775 truck, the company says. A Cat… Keep Reading
P&Q Hall of Fame Profile: Glen Barton
Executive paved Caterpillar’s way into mining, spurred tremendous growth. Glen Barton was destined to “bleed yellow” since he was five years old, when his father purchased the first family tractor. “At six or seven, I could drive it and do… Keep Reading
Cat headquarters to remain in Peoria, new design revealed
After completing a multiyear study focused on modernizing its headquarters, Caterpillar Inc. reaffirmed that its headquarters will remain in Peoria, Ill. The company also revealed a new design that will eventually span 31 acres on the city’s riverfront, which will… Keep Reading
Safety, serviceability among dozer’s enhancements
Caterpillar's 824K wheel dozer features engineering refinements in its powertrain, operator station and structures, and in features that enhance safety, serviceability and machine management, according to Caterpillar. With a net power rating of 405 hp and a maximum operating weight… Keep Reading
‘Built for It’ trials embody creative construction
Caterpillar has taken construction to the next level with its series of “Built for It” trials, where it demonstrates its equipment in challenging, unique tasks. Among the latest of these tasks was building the world’s tallest sand castle. A Cat… Keep Reading
Holt Cat president and COO retires
Holt Cat’s President and COO Allyn Archer retired on Dec. 31 after a 43-year career with the company. Archer joined the company in 1971 as a service technician leadman and eventually made his way into senior management. “Allyn’s career has… Keep Reading
IronPlanet and Cat Auction Services to merge
IronPlanet will be merging with Cat Auction Services. Once combined, the two companies will provide buyers and sellers with used heavy construction equipment. They will also provide auction and remarketing solutions; a global, integrated market; and value and convenience for… Keep Reading
Cat executes officer changes
Caterpillar implemented officer changes that will be made effective Jan. 1, 2015. Julie Legacy will become Cat’s chief information officer and vice president with responsibility for the Global Information Services Division; Mike DeWalt will become vice president with responsibility for… Keep Reading
