U.S. Marines Take a Liking to JCB’s New 4CX Backhoe with $45M Contract
The Marines chose the side-shift version on the 109-horsepower next-gen backhoe for working in tight spaces and beside walls and...
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Don McLoud
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Crush, Break, Pulverize with These 22 Demolition Attachments
When it’s time to break up concrete, cut out rebar and scoop up the remains, these 22 attachments are designed
Don McLoud
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Toro Sells Trencor and American Augers’ Boring Business
The sale is part of Toro's strategy to focus more on underground construction equipment...
Don McLoud
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12 Trench Collapse Deaths in 2025 So Far; OSHA Urges Increased Safety
Along with the recent rise in deaths, at least 11 workers have been rescued from trench collapses this year, some
Don McLoud
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Rodradar Intros Ground Penetrating Radar Buckets for Large Excavators
The world's first GPR buckets are designed to detect underground utilities in real time while digging...
Don McLoud
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“Dancer” the Horse Rescued from Mud Hole by Excavator
Dancer and her rider were traveling a forest trail in Maine when they slid down a hill into a mud
Don McLoud
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Worker Dies After Collapse of 5-Foot-Deep Trench in Connecticut
He was rescued from the trench collapse but later died at a local hospital...
Don McLoud
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A Guide to Trench Boxes: Here’s What Contractors Need to Know
We take a look the types of trench boxes on the market, how to choose one and how to use
Don McLoud
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Off-Road & Electric: Chevy Brings Trail Boss Trim to 2026 Silverado EV
Range for the EV Trail Boss is 410 to 478 miles, with 625 to 725 horsepower, depending on choice of
Don McLoud
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Case Brings 2 New “Midi Excavators” to Market for Power in Tight Spaces
The fixed-boom CX85E and swing-boom CX90E get 72-horsepower for trenching, lifting, grading, digging and running a variety of...
