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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
Caterpillar: H75Es and H95Es
Caterpillar is expanding the E Series Hammer line with the addition of the new H75Es and H95Es, designed for backhoe loaders and small excavators. E Series Hammers are wholly designed, engineered and manufactured by Caterpillar. The hammers are fully supported… Keep Reading
Caterpillar: 966K XE wheel loader
Caterpillar's 966K XE wheel loader delivers up to a 25 percent fuel efficiency improvement, the company says. The 966K XE utilizes an integrated, continuously variable transmission system. A hydraulic pump and motor allow for a smooth and continuous gear ratio… Keep Reading
Caterpillar: 349E hydraulic excavator
Caterpillar's 349E hydraulic excavator features a 396-net-hp Cat C13 engine that meets Tier 4 Interim emissions standards. The 349E delivers more engine and hydraulic horsepower than its 345D predecessor and averages 5 percent improved fuel efficiency in typical applications, according… Keep Reading
