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Caterpillar: E Series hammer line
Caterpillar has added three new models to the E Series hammer line in the H140E, H160E and H180E. These match up with Cat excavators ranging from the 324E to the 374D L. Cat E Series hammers feature a rugged design… Keep Reading
Training, technology key to overcoming operator shortage
As part of its Asia Pacific Quarry Days last month, Caterpillar hosted a trade press roundtable with some of its key representatives in Tokyo, Japan. Among those participating from Cat for the June 3 event were Felice Stocco, product application… Keep Reading
Caterpillar team responds to Oklahoma tornadoes
After devastating tornadoes struck parts of Oklahoma City and the surrounding areas, Caterpillar, Cat dealers and the Caterpillar Foundation-supported organizations sprang into action. The city of Moore, Okla., was devastated by an EF5 tornado May 20, leaving homes, schools and… Keep Reading
Cat finds partner to deliver fatigue-monitoring technology
Caterpillar Global Mining has entered into an agreement with Seeing Machines Ltd. to deliver and support operator fatigue-monitoring technology through Cat dealers. Seeing Machines, headquartered in Canberra, Australia, has developed fatigue-monitoring systems using eye- and head-tracking technology to detect operator fatigue… Keep Reading
Cat rolls out Tier 4 Final wheel loader
Caterpillar is debuting its new 988K wheel loader at Bauma 2013 in Germany and planning to make it commercially available in August. According to Cat, the 988K features redesigned loader linkage, drive train modifications, a redesigned cab and enhancements in… Keep Reading
Safety, dust management among NSA meeting topics
The National Slag Association (NSA) held its regional meeting March 19-20 at the new Caterpillar Visitor Center in Peoria, Ill. Attendees represented a cross-section of steel producers, slag processors, equipment manufacturers and service providers who gathered to discuss safety innovations,… Keep Reading
Cat showcasing hydraulic mining shovel at Bauma
Caterpillar's 6020B hydraulic mining shovel, on display at Bauma 2013 in Germany, is a new model with a 24-ton payload and 240-ton operating weight. Cat is positioning the 6020B with its 777G off-highway truck for loading and hauling. According to… Keep Reading
Caterpillar: MD5150
The MD5150 track drill, a customer-inspired design that drills holes up to 6 in. in diameter, incorporates a proven rock drill, a carousel rod changer, a new cab and other features that are designed to boost productivity and reduce operating… Keep Reading
Cat showcases track drills, hybrid excavator in Peoria
Caterpillar hosted a special event April 3-5 at the Edwards Demonstration & Learning Center in Peoria, Ill., showing off a few new products for the trade press. Among the products Cat covered were its track drills and the 336E H… Keep Reading