by Crane Market | Nov 29, 2016 | Heavy Machinery News, Manufacturer News, Workforce News
Dislodging rock in an CAT excavator can be hard enough, let alone when the heavy machinery is balancing precariously on top of a massive slip. But this was not just another day on the job for heavy equipment opererator Paul O’Sullivan as he assisted in efforts...
by Crane Market | Oct 17, 2016 | Manufacturer News, Mining News
The new Cat R1700K Underground Loader features multiple engine configurations, a new ergonomic operator cabin and greater payload to help miners drive down costs and boost productivity. The compact profile, efficient power train and rugged construction deliver low...
by Crane Market | Sep 30, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Manufacturer News, Mining News
Using driverless trucks in underground mines is the next focus for the Queensland mining industry. As the sector looks for greater productivity and efficiency, a major research project to develop automation technologies for underground mining vehicles will soon get...
by Crane Market | Sep 16, 2016 | Manufacturer News
Caterpillar has released a new line of tilt buckets for the Cat crawler-excavator models 311-325 and wheel excavator models M314–M322. The buckets are available in both pin-on and coupler configurations and can hydraulically tilt 45 degrees from vertical, right and...
by Crane Market | Sep 6, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Manufacturer News
MOSSVILLE – Caterpillar announced the closure of a plant in Belgium and now it’s impacting jobs here at home. The company has announced another round of layoffs, in Illinois. Hundreds of employees at two sites in Mossville received notices. Some 300 support and...