Even the most skilled operator can shorten a wheel loader's life and reduce its productivity by misusing certain functions or by operating the machine in a way that accelerates component wear. The ...

Anyone who has looked at the new generation of wheel loaders for the construction market has probably taken note of the futuristic designs. No more "square edges", these loaders feature short, rounded ...

Bobcat Company has improved its mini track loaders with the introduction of the B-Series MT52 and MT55. The B-Series loaders have features that improve operator safety, comfort and machine durability ...

Caterpillar is introducing three new Cat D Series Compact Track Loaders and three new Cat D Series Multi Terrain Loaders as well as two updated D Series Compact Track Loaders. The new and updated ...

The wind-driven snow nearly flew sideways on a frigid 19-degree morning as Construction Equipment editors gathered at the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 in Wilmington, Illinois, ...

Mastering the backhoe-loader is a big job because it is really two machines in one. A good operator can improve productivity by employing many of the same principles that make excavators and wheel ...

Self-employed skid steer operators drive and run skid loader machines, which resemble small bulldozers with mechanical arms. These skid steer operators primarily work in the construction industry, ...

Introduction of the seventh-generation Cat ® 988 Wheel Loader, the new 988K, marks the 50 th anniversary of the 988 delivering reliable, profitable performance for worldwide customers. Designed as an ...

Despite many upgrades with new technology for loaders, excavators and cranes, manufacturers are still busy trying to solve a persistent safety problem: striking workers or pedestrians while moving in ...

Designed to lower fuel costs and increase operating efficiency, the recently updated Cat 992K Wheel Loader features Caterpillar’s Economy Mode operation. With the new On-Demand Throttle arrangement, ...

Get an inside-the-cab view of a heavy equipment operator controlling a powerful wheel loader in a rugged rock quarry. From the operator's seat, see the controls, massive loading arms, and rocky ...