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Whether you’re in agriculture, construction, landscaping, road maintenance, or material handling, Cat’s new Side Discharge Buckets present the perfect solution to collecting and transporting loose materials such as sawdust, sand, mulch, and topsoil out of the way. Designed for use with skid steer loaders, multi-terrain loaders, compact track loaders, and compact wheel loaders, these machines discharge materials via a belt-type conveyor from adjustable opening doors on either side of the bucket, while a rotating agitator works to keep material flowing to the conveyor. Operators can control the volume of material being discharged, as well as the area covered, by adjusting the conveyor speed and door openings.

Hiab, part of Cargotec, is enhancing productivity and operational safety with their next generation of hooklifts. The MULTILIFT Ultima series features several industry-first innovations contributing to their increased safety and ease of use. Already the market leader, in thanks to their MULTILIFT XR range - the predecessor to the MULTILIFT Ultima - this newest lineup demonstrates Hiab’s continuation of dedication to innovation.

The Singapore Expo Hall will be hosting the 8th annual BuildTech Asia exhibition this October 22nd-24th at MAX Atria. This is the leading annual Asia Pacific Building and Construction industry trade exhibition. This year’s expo is expected to house more than 10,000 high-level attendees, showcasing some 300 international and regional brands.

The new Cat Skeleton Bucket, designed for use with skid steer loaders, multi-terrain loaders, compact track loaders, and compact wheel loaders, is the perfect machine for separating rocks and other large debris from soil and sand. Featuring heavy duty construction and design elements, the Skeleton Bucket can be used for agricultural, construction, land clearing, demolition, landscaping, and scrap handling purposes. The Cat Skeleton Bucket’s number of structural elements ensures long-term durability as well as efficient operation.

Removing stumps from landscaping and construction sites is about to get a whole lot easier with John Deere’s new SS30 model Stump Shredder. The newest addition to JD’s Worksite Pro attachments lineup, this shredder can easily remove 8 inch (203 mm) to 28 inch (711 mm) stumps in just one pass, and larger stumps can be easily removed as well with multiple bores. Optimized for the new mid- and large-frame G-Series skid steers (320G, 324G, 330G and 332G) and mid- and large-frame G-Series compact track loaders (325G, 331G and 333G), this shredder is sure to make removal and cleanup as quick and easy as possible.

This week at the IAA 2018 exhibition in Hannover, Hiab, part of Cargotec, debuted their renewed JONSERED recycling crane meant for heavy-duty recycling. This new range of cranes will be a part of Hiab’s all-inclusive offering for waste and recycling applications. The launch is part of Hiab’s long-term strategy to bundle expertise and offering for the Waste Management & Recycling community.

Rapat Corporation is now offering a full line of enclosed conveyors, including the Rapat Series ECTR, the Rapat Series ETR, and the Rapat Series RR. This lineup of enclosed conveyors will help to eliminate dust emissions. They also provide a solution for industries looking to meet OSHA’s updated regulations regarding silica that were updated in June of this past year.

Caterpillar is adding to their ever-expanding portfolio with the introduction of the new 918M compact wheel loader. This recent addition to the lineup includes a high-lift loader linkage, a Cat Fusion coupler, a five-piece guarding package, and wider tires. This intuitive and compact machine makes it easy to operate in tight spaces, and the added fuel efficiency makes this compact wheel loader the best value in its class.

Hiab, part of Cargotec, is expanding their portfolio with brand new building material crane models. Hiab will be showcasing the crane’s pioneering features at the upcoming IAA exhibition from September 20th to 27th in Hannover, Germany. The new models will feature the HIAB HiPro, the most advanced remote control system in the industry, as well as other qualities attributing to faster and safer crane operation.

Fassi Gru and Volvo Trucks Italia have teamed up to bring the construction world FX-Link technology. The idea behind the tech was to make a crane and a vehicle more of a whole, optimizing the connectivity between the crane and truck to control different truck functions from the crane remote and vise versa. The new tech will be showcased at the 67th annual IAA Hannover exhibition at stand 51 of Fassi Gru S.p.A. in the outdoor area “M”, September 20th through the 27th.

Caterpillar’s new M Series Ag Handler compact wheel loaders, the 906M, 907M, and 908M, are here! Specifically designed to efficiently handle a wide range of challenges associated with agriculture applications, the new series features Caterpillar Optimized Z-Bar loader linkage, multi-pump design for hydraulic functions, standard auxiliary hydraulics, premium cab with air conditioning, application-specific tires, and adjustable response rates for powertrain and hydraulic systems. These powerful machines are also equipped with a Cat C3.3B DIT engine with a net power rating of 68 horsepower (51 kW), as well as a high-speed hydrostatic transmission, making them efficiently powerful and reliable.

Cat’s new 903D compact wheel loader is a powerhouse to say the least, delivering increased performance and enhanced operator comfort, with the ability to run any number of tools, featuring creep control, throttle lock, and a work tool electrical harness. Compared to the machine’s predecessor, the 903D is definitely the optimal machine, with a 25 perfect increase in travel speed and lifting capacity. The new compact wheel loader also delivers powerful efficiency, making it the ideal option for every job from lifting a heavy pallet or sod to traveling from field to farm.

Caterpillar recently unveiled that they have entered a preliminary agreement to sell the Cat purpose-built forestry business to Weiler, Inc. The sale is set to close sometime in early 2019, and a final agreement for the sale is still subject to negotiation. The plan will ensure the continuation of excellent customer service while maintaining exemplary standards.

John Deere is taking it up a notch with upgrades to their 310L EP Backhoe and 210L EP Tractor Loader. Updates to the engine technology, as well as other model adjustments, will allow for improved productivity and uptime These are just the latest construction equipment models to undergo updates, helping producers to lower their daily operating costs across the board.

Amity recently launched section control for their air seed carts. The availability of this feature will provide farmers with the ability to substantially reduce overlap in seed and fertilizer applications. The feature is being launched for new orders of 3800 and 5250 air carts.

John Deere has recently introduced the industry-leading articulated dump truck (ADT) transmission warranty on all new E-Series models. This solidifies John Deere’s commitment to providing best-in-class construction equipment. The extended coverage will include five years or 15,000 hours, as well as a comforting sense of assurance.

Case IH has some impressive new upgrades for their Case IH Model Year 2019 disc mower conditioners, allowing for a maximized haying window. More efficiency is provided via the new quick-change knife system, which allows for fast blade replacement, decreasing maintenance time and increasing time spent in the field. Perfect for lower acreages and narrow gates, the new 9- and 10-foot side-pull models combine fast cutting with high-quality conditioning.

Cab comfort is what it’s all about with Case IH’s new smaller lineup of Farmall utility A series models. The 55A, 65A and 75A deliver strength and productivity, no matter the job or the weather. Filling out the Case IH entry-level Farmall lineup with both cab and non-cab options, these additions deliver the performance producers need without breaking the bank.

Case IH is proud to add to their already impressive series of Precision Disk air drills with their newest model, the Precision Disk 500DS. This double-shoot air drill allows producers to seed and fertilize simultaneously. Despite changing field conditions, occasionally narrowing planting windows, and unexpected market shifts, producers can rest assured that this one-pass solution model maximizes both productivity and savings.

John Deere is continuing their legacy of providing industry-leading job site solutions with the addition of the EH Boom Performance Package to their large-frame G-Series skid steers and compact track loaders. This automated upgrade boosts productivity by automating more tasks so operators can focus on the important tasks at hand and work more safely and quickly. The upgrades will be a factory-installed option available for their 330G and 332G skid steers as well as their 331G and 333G compact track loaders.