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Contents

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DEPARTMENTS

COVER STORY

6 Breaking Ground 8 Equipment Introductions 25 Technology Trends

Trencher Technology

DIGS UP EXTRA PRODUCTIVITY

Tractors benefit from electronic controls and attachment versatility. Page 12

PRODUCTS 18 Underground/Utility Find trenchers and other tools for your underground utility applications.

27 Skid-steer Loaders 33 Skid-steer Attachments Choose from a variety of tools to enhance skid-steer versatility.

41 Power Sources

FEATURES

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40 Power Sources

Reman Gives Tier 3 Compressors New Life

46 Running the Business

An Unexpected Financing Source for Equipment

Contractors attending the AGC IT Forum identify options for improving the ability to gather important project management data from remote sites.

Chicago Company Finds Success Using JCB Skid Steers for Commercial Snow Removal

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Top 5 Common Mistakes When Asphalt Paving

These eight points can lead to reduced operating costs and greater customer satisfaction.

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Fluids and tools to keep equipment operating at its peak.

Methods to Improve Snow Removal Efficiency

ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

TOOLS CONTRACTORS USE TO IMPROVE JOBSITE CONNECTIVITY pg 22

Sort through a selection of portable power options.

42 Oils & Lubricants

32 Compact Equipment

Tracked carrier vehicles offer almost limitless options and versatility to the off-road equipment market.

CONSIDER AN ALTERNATIVE GREEN APPROACH FOR PORTABLE POWER pg 38 Remanufacturing yields economic and environmental benefits.

Snowpusher uses ten JCB 260 skid steers with plows and pusher blades for snow removal operations.

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Every team member on the paving crew influences the final product, and every mistake made is amplified further down the line.

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How to Find the Source of Contaminants in Your Lubricants

It’s necessary to determine the origin of contaminants in order to design a plan to control the root causes.

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Why PPE is So Important

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B R E AKI N G G R O U N D By Becky Schultz

Is Autonomy On the (Distant) Horizon?

Becky Schultz / bschultz@acbusinessmedia.com

SPEAKING AT THE COMPANY’S Xploration Forum in Eskilstuna, Sweden, last month, Martin Weissburg, president, Volvo Construction Equipment, cited the explosive growth in autonomous vehicles as one example of the dynamic changes society is experiencing related to technology. “It’s predicted that by 2025, 10% of all cars in the U.S. will be driverless,” he noted. “Tesla, Uber, Google and Apple are

Never Settle.

all putting significant increased resources into autonomous vehicles.”

He indicated Volvo is poised to leverage the resulting developments and apply them to the industry segments it serves. “We’re able to take these technologies that are being developed, not just within companies like ours but around the world right now, and leverage them to make sure that we are then advancing,” Weissburg stated.

As evidence, the forum included a demonstration of Volvo’s own developments in autonomy in the form of a wheel loader, articulated hauler and cab-less load carrier. The prototype concept machines shown are scheduled to be shipped to customers for testing in realworld work environments. (Learn more in our coverage next month, or online at ForConstructionPros.com/12261952).

Of course, Volvo is not the only industrial supplier focused on autonomous technology, as the show floor at MINExpo 2016 in Las Vegas illustrated. Mining equipment suppliers have long heralded autonomy as a promising solution to enhance productivity and safety, and at the show, both Komatsu and Hitachi highlighted new autonomous technology for their large haul trucks. That said, Volvo appears to be the first to show the technology on traditional construction machines.

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But while autonomy is under development for prospective construction use, operators have little cause for concern about job security just yet. Practical application of autonomous machines on construction sites remains a ways off.

The high-production, repetitive tasks found on mining and quarry sites lend themselves to driverless systems.

Construction projects, on the other hand, are more complex and varied in design and scope, and often involve unpredictable work environments. This presents significant challenges to implementation of full equipment automation.

Still, technology is advancing at a startling pace, and the prospect of autonomous machines on construction sites is a distinct possibility long term. When this happens, the role of the operator will need to evolve along with the equipment.

Jenny Elfsberg, director of emerging technologies, Volvo CE, likened it to the changes that have taken place in the manufacturing sector. “Nowadays in industry, they need to have education to operate the equipment in the factory. Our industry is facing the same changes,” she commented.

She implied the changes can be a win-win scenario. Operators benefit by removing them from performing dangerous or repetitive tasks and freeing them “to do something a little bit more intellectually demanding.” For the company, there is the prospect of addressing critical worker shortages. “In the future, you could potentially have one operator for three or four machines,” said Elfsberg, “increasing productivity and further decreasing costs.” ET

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EQUIPMENT INTRODUCTIONS

These pages feature some of the latest equipment available. You’ll find a solid sampling of both new machines and models that have been recently revamped by the manufacturers. For more information, simply fill out the reader service card following page 24 or visit the Buyers Guide at ForConstructionPros.com.

Genie

SX-135XC Boom Lift The SX-135XC self-propelled telescopic boom lift lifts operators to the 135-ft. full platform height in 2 1/2 minutes and is drive enabled at full height. It has a 141-ft. working height, 90 ft. of outreach, 660lb. unrestricted/1,000-lb restricted lift capacity and can work 19 ft. 8 in. below grade. An 18- to 30-ft. telescoping JibExtend jib offers up and over capabilities plus 125° of jib articulation. The unit has a 74-hp Deutz TD2.9 L4 Tier 4 diesel engine and four-wheel-drive and fourwheel-steer capabilities. Its mini XChassis axle design extends and retracts the axles to and from the stowed position with a more compact footprint (8’ 2” x 13’ 6” retracted or 12’ 11” x 13’ 6” extended) for both stability on the job and a narrow profile for transport.

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Indeco

IHW Series Wheel Compactor Suited for cohesive and clay soils, the IHW Series boom-mounted wheel compactor uses the excavator or backhoe applied static weight to achieve compaction density. Specially designed pads penetrate the trench fill to achieve bottom-up compaction. A locking wheel removal design enables easy field accessibility to the heavy-duty sealed bearings. Heavy-duty steel weldments with relief ports prevent material jams. The unit is simple to install and operate due to its mechanical design and requires no special hydraulic connections or separate drive systems. A variety of models and width sizes are available for most excavator brands.

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Trimble

MX7 Mobile Imaging System The MX7 Mobile Mapping Imaging system is a fast and cost effective way to manage assets such as bridges, buildings, roads, highways and power stations, plus document site conditions with geo-referenced images. MX7 with VISION technology is a vehicle-mounted photogrammetric system equipped with six 5-megapixel (MP) cameras and Applanix GNSS and inertial geo-referencing modules. It can be deployed on vehicles of all sizes to capture 30-MP geo-referenced images at highway speeds with rapid 360° image documentation. Precision positioning is achieved using the GNSS and inertial referencing system. The system offers a rugged, reliable and lightweight design and low power consumption.

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NEX Concrete Monitoring System The NEX wireless concrete temperature and maturity monitoring system allows the user to instantly view the status of concrete 24 hours a day from any Internet browser. This is accomplished using multiple small, reusable sensors embedded inside the concrete, with lead wires routed to the outside of the formwork. Cellular nodes send temperature data to the cloud in real-time, where it is processed into secure browser-based software.

Unlimited users can view the data at the same time from any location, enabling easy collaboration. The system will also send a text or email when the concrete has attained critical thresholds such as high or low temperatures, excessive temperature differentials or in-place strength.

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Caterpillar

14M3 Motor Grader The 57,250-lb. 14M3 features a 238- to 285-net-hp C13 ACERT engine with ECO mode and Standard Optimized Variable Horsepower system that closely matches power requirements in all gears. The 8F/6R powershift transmission includes the Advanced Productivity Electronic Control System and Shuttle-Shift feature or available Autoshift system. The load-sensing hydraulic system incorporates advanced electrohydraulic operation and Proportional Priority PressureCompensating valves. The unit is available with a 14-ft. standard or optional 16-ft. moldboard with blade float feature. Other features include intuitive joystick controllers, selectable blade-lift modes and an easily maintained drawbar-circle-moldboard assembly.

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Long Reach D Series Excavators BN Products

BNCE-50 Cutting Edge Saw The compact, lightweight BNCE-50 cutting edge saw has a 7-in. blade for cutting larger material. Its wrap-around top handle and rotating trigger handle enable multiple cutting positions and increased maneuverability in tight areas. The unit can cut rebar up to size #8, as well as pipe, strut, threaded rod, coil rod, tubing and other steel material up to a diameter of 1 3/4 in. Installed on the bottom is a spring-loaded material guide that helps to keep it perpendicular with the material being cut, ensuring a clean cut that is squared off at the end. A standard chip collection bag collects steel fragments while cutting. The saw comes with a blow-molded plastic case and an extra blade plus replacement brushes for the motor.

The 160-hp, 51,900-lb.

CX210D LR and 177hp, 63,523-lb. CX250D Long Reach (LR) crawler excavators feature an elongated boom and arm that enable maximum digging depths of 39 ft. 4 in. and 47 ft. 9 in. and bucket digging forces of 14,600 and 17,310 ft.-lbs. An SCR Tier 4 Final solution provides greater fuel efficiency (up to 9% and 14%, respectively) with no sacrifice in power and no diesel particulate filter required. The Intelligent Hydraulic System combines with an electronically controlled pump, larger control valve and multiple sensors to deliver faster cycle times. Improvements to the Spool Stroke Control system enable re-use of hydraulic fluid whenever possible to automatically increase cycle times and efficiency.

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755i and 760i Multipurpose Loaders

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The 755i and 760i are engineered to deliver maximum power and torque with optimal fuel economy and low emissions. Their 57-hp Kohler KDI turbocharged diesel engines meet Tier 4 Final emissions regulations without the use of a diesel particulate filter or the need for diesel exhaust fluid. The 755i has a single-speed drive and reaches a maximum 10.5 mph. The 760i offers dual-speed drive and achieves a maximum of 19 mph. Both models come with a telescopic boom with a 3,810-lb. lift capacity and a lift height of 122 in. Features include an optimal lift to weight ratio, low operating and maintenance costs and a turf-friendly design. Multiple cab options and attachments are available.

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750K and 850K SmartGrade Dozers The 750K and 850K SmartGrade crawler dozers integrate the Topcon 3D-MC2 grade control system into the machine cabin for precise grading without external masts or cables. Auto SmartGrade allows the system to be adjusted as the machine moves from one soil type to another. It also automatically lifts the blade over heavy loads before track slippage occurs. Machine dimensions are pre-loaded into the grade control monitor, reducing the time required to calibrate the dozer to about 30 minutes. The 165-hp 750K and 205-hp 850K incorporate a PowerTech 6.8L Tier 4 Final diesel engine and Eco mode, which automatically adjusts engine power and transmission settings based on load while maintaining ground speed.

TCM 1800 Texture Curing Machine The self-loading TCM 1800 self-propelled texture curing machine is equipped with hydraulically telescoping frame elements, left and right, and an automatic brooming and spraying system. The broom unit automatically raises at both ends to prevent concrete edge damage, and is available with various broom patterns. A three-nozzle spraying unit moves back and forth automatically and includes a 211-gal. curing compound tank with integrated agitator. Four hydraulically driven, height-adjustable and steerable track units provide optimal propulsion. The pivot steering system enables small turning radii in the working position and easy maneuvering when in transport position.

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U N D E R G R OUN D / U T I LI T Y By Curt Bennink

TRENCHER TECHNOLOGY DIGS UP

EXTRA PRODUCTIVITY

Tractors benefit from electronic controls and attachment versatility.

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ide-on trencher tractors have evolved rapidly with new options and features that add versatility while yielding increased productivity and greatly reducing the workload on the operator. Some of these features have been enabled by electronic advancements.

According to Jon Kuyers, senior global product manager for underground, Vermeer, electric over hydraulic controls have been one of the greatest advancements over the past 10 years.

These controls simplify operation, and allow advanced features that automate tasks. “You have less complexity in the operator’s station,” he says. “All of our tractors now have electric over hydraulic controls.”

This allows engine horsepower, ground drive speed and attachment drive speed to be optimized. When the load increases or decreases due to changing soil conditions, the

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tractor will slow down or speed up to maintain the optimum engine speed.

The ability to match ground speed to soil conditions results in major productivity gains. “The productivity increase can be measured in orders of magnitude,”

says John Welch, chief engineer, Tesmec. The load control feature can also be useful when obstacles are encountered. “If the trencher hits an immovable obstacle, it stops moving and can bring the digging attachment to a halt. If the object is a moveable obstacle,

Electric over hydraulic controls have been one of the greatest advancements over the past 10 years. These controls allow advanced features that automate tasks and simplify operation.

it slows down or halts momentarily and continues to dig.”

The Ditch Witch organization refers to its technology as cruise control. “It can improve performance by maintaining the ideal load on the machine’s engine despite changing soil conditions on a variety of jobs,” says Steve Seabolt, product manager, heavy duty trenchers. “Most tractors in the Ditch Witch product line come standard with cruise control, which enables the tractor to automatically adjust ground speed to match the changing soil conditions, maximizing productivity. These adjustments allow the operator to focus on other important tasks.”

Many ride-on trenchers also allow the operator to control how much of the engine’s power is dedicated to the ground drive vs. the attachment. “By making this feature adjustable, the operator is able to maximize

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Most tractors in the Ditch Witch product line come standard with cruise control, which enables the tractor to automatically adjust ground speed to match the changing soil conditions, maximizing productivity. able to fine tune and dial that in.

Especially with a trencher, you really don’t need a lot of tractive effort, but you need all of that hydraulic power going to the trencher drive.” The same applies to a rock saw.

“Conversely, on a vibratory plow, you are constantly balancing between the ground drive and the amount of shake you have in that plow to help it cut its way through the ground,” says Kuyers.

“Soil conditions change and it may require more shaking force in certain conditions, where in other scenarios where the ground is softer, you can actually turn your ground drive up and your attachment vibrator down to increase productivity.”

DEALING WITH OBSTACLES

Many ride-on trenchers allow the operator to control how much of the engine’s power is dedicated to the ground drive vs. the attachment. This allows the operator to maximize the productivity of the digging implement. the productivity of the digging implement for specific ground conditions,” explains Joshua Beddow, marketing manager, The Toro Company.

Electronically controlled pumps allow you to fine tune the

amount of power going to your ground drive. “In a lot of cases, you don’t want a lot of power going to the ground drive circuit,” says Kuyers. “You want it going to your attachment drive circuit. You really need to be

It’s inevitable that you will encounter underground obstacles in almost any trenching application. In the past, operators had to have quick reflexes to prevent a machine from stalling as it hit an object. They had to disengage the ground drive and the chain drive in a split second and then reengage the drives at the correct speed.

“When the operator is trenching and hits a tree root or a large obstacle, the chain will stall and will, in many cases, shut the engine down,” Kuyers points out. This can be hard on the equipment. “That is not good on the engine or the machine itself because it puts it under a lot of stress.

“It happens so fast, the operator doesn’t have time to react,” he adds.

Modern electronics now allow the tractors to react automatically to obstacles. For example, Vermeer offers its Trench Sense feature. Trench Sense senses the rate of pull down in the engine as the chain stops. It stops forward movement of the machine, backs it up slightly, reverses the chain and then engages the chain and begins to creep forward almost simultaneously — all without the operator having to touch the controls.

In addition to saving wear and tear on the machine, there

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is a productivity factor with this feature. “When you are trenching in chunky rock, the operator doesn’t have to constantly adjust, put it in neutral and readjust all of the levers,” says Kuyers.

There are other features that can also help deal with buried obstacles. For instance, Toro offers the HD PowerTrench drive. It stores power from a flywheel that is transferred to the torque amplifying planetary system. This gives the HD trencher the power to overcome rocks or other obstacles in a wide range of conditions.

KEEP IT LEVEL The ability to self level is another useful feature. “Track leveling or machine leveling makes it so the ditch is vertical when the machine is digging on a side slope,” says Preston Renfro, production manager, Tesmec. “This is done automatically by a level sensor and the operator need not worry.”

Ditch Witch trenchers compensate for uneven terrain with a frame tilt feature. “This feature enables the operator to ‘tilt’ the tractor frame and hold the attachment completely vertical,” says Seabolt. “Vertical trenches are the most effective and efficient way to displace soil without unnecessarily loading or damaging the machine.”

Some tractors offer the ability to automatically adjust frame tilt as needed. “On the Toro RT1200, operators can choose the optional auto-tilt, which will adjust the angle of the frame automatically to accommodate changing surface terrain,” says Beddow.

With a trencher, it is not about how fast you spin the chain.

It is about optimizing the speed of the chain in the particular soil type to maximize your productivity.

MAXIMIZE TRENCHER ATTACHMENT PRODUCTIVITY There are a few misconceptions about trencher productivity. “With a trencher, it is not about how fast you spin the chain,” says Jon Kuyers, Vermeer. “It is about optimizing the speed of the chain in the particular soil type to maximize your productivity. Many customers think that spinning the chain at the full rpm is the most optimum range, where actually they would be much better off if they backed it off about 25%. They would have more torque and more digging capability and less wear on the chain. So faster is not necessarily better for chain speed.”

Selecting the right chain for the application is also critical.

Take operation in the Midwest.

“In the summer in Iowa, you can dig with a standard cup chain.

But if there is a couple feet of frost, you will destroy that chain in short order,” says Kuyers. “If you try to use it in frost, you would need more of a mining chain or a frost chain. If you ran the frost or mining chain in the summertime, the productivity would not be as good because it is not designed to cut the gumbo/black dirt efficiently.”

Similarly, different areas around the country are going to have unique requirements.

“In various cities throughout North America, there are different conditions 10 miles apart,” notes Kuyers. Don’t try to cheat the conditions. “Go to your local dealer. They are the experts on local soil conditions and what works best.”

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TRACKS WHEELS “Quad tracks may be the single largest development for ride-on trenchers in the past 10 years,” says Steve Seabolt, Ditch Witch. “Quad tracks offer tractive effort, or drawbar, similar to full-length crawlerstyle tracks, but without the extreme break-over when loading or unloading from a trailer. The reduced break-over also helps operators keep the attachment in the ground where it belongs while working on uneven terrain.”

Quad tracks enhance a vibratory plow’s performance.

“The increased traction generated by each track allows you to more productively plow in tough conditions and trench or plow in muddy conditions where regular tires could spin,” says Seabolt. “Quad tracks also independently oscillate, an advantage over skidding or counter-rotating tracks that can damage surfaces. Lastly, when compared to a rubber-tired machine, the tracks minimize bounce and add significant weight low on the tractor where it is needed most. In the case of the Ditch Witch RT125 Quad, the track adds over 6,000 lbs. of weight for increased stability.”

Jon Kuyers, Vermeer, recommends quad tracks vs. wheels in vibratory plow applications. Tracks offer both tractive effort and increased flotation. “I am a big proponent of quad tracks because you don’t get flat tires, you don’t get a lot of bounce,” he comments. Plus, they enhance stability. “We offer them from our smallest ride-on trencher all the way to our largest.”

The added flotation makes quad tracks suited for trenching in very soft ground. “In circumstances where the ground is hard, where you don’t need the flotation, it is probably more economical to go with tires,” says Kuyers.

Quad tracks offer tractive effort similar to full-length crawler-style tracks, but without the extreme break-over when loading or unloading from a trailer. The reduced breakover also helps operators keep the attachment in the ground while working on uneven terrain.

ATTACHMENTS ADD VERSATILITY Attachment availability really depends on tractor size.

“Models with 50 to 150 hp typically offer more options than large track trenchers used primarily in rock and pipeline projects,” says Seabolt. “These smaller ride-on tractors typically support trenchers (fixed or offset), plows, combos, earth saws, backhoes and reel carriers. On some of the medium- to smallsized models, micro-trenching attachments are also available for jobs that require small, clean cuts such as those used in fiber installation.”

Microtrenching is a growing application due to the booming fiber optic installation market. “Fiber optic installation will continue to be robust because the demand is so strong,” says Kuyers. “So a micro-trencher attachment needs to be part of the arsenal of a ride-on tractor.”

The incorporation of reel carriers and backhoe attachments can help contractors do more with a single machine.

“This not only minimizes capital expenditures, but also creates a more productive jobsite, ultimately adding to a contractor’s bottom line,” says Beddow.

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manpower and the need for dedicated support equipment such as excavators, reel trailers and tow vehicles used in the transport and operation of support equipment,” says Seabolt. “This saves cost, time and space, which are at a premium on most jobsites today.”

Combo attachments are one option to help you maximize utilization. “Combo attachments offer two sets of tools, typically a plow and a trencher, which enable one machine to perform multiple jobs,” says Seabolt. “These tools can also be used together on jobsites where short trenches are dug as entry or exit ‘pits’ for the vibratory plow blade and product installation.”

Combo attachments allow you to select the best tool for the job. “Plows are generally more productive and require less jobsite restoration than trenchers, thereby reducing costs,” says Seabolt. “The trencher half of the combo allows you to place product in some conditions where you could not plow and gives you the ability to install products with larger diameters.”

A vibratory plow offers many advantages in terms of soil disturbance and productivity in

Combo attachments are one option to help you maximize utilization.

the right soil and application.

“But vibratory plows are limited to soft and ideal ground conditions,” notes Renfro. “A trencher can handle a wide variety of ground conditions a vibratory plow couldn’t even consider.”

While vibratory plows offer several advantages, you need to be more selective with these attachments. “Vibratory plow design is a bit of an art,” says Seabolt. “The tractor wheelbase, plow linkage geometry, plow blade shape, shaker box amplitude and a variety of other variables must all be considered

in a highly productive plow attachment. Operators should select a plow attachment from a reputable manufacturer designed and tested in conjunction with the tractor.”

Check whether the plow has a steerable shaker box. “Plows should have the steer and float functions as well as raise and lower,” says Kuyers. “That gives you an added level of productivity for placement of product in the ground, especially when you are plowing around obstructions on the jobsite.”

Before purchasing a tractor, note what attachments are available. The ability to switch attachments from a chainsaw to a rock saw or a drum cutter can maximize utilization or enhance operating performance. “Many models have versatility like this designed into the unit,” says Welch.

Large trenchers, such as those in the Tesmec line, offer their own attachment solutions. “In our line, we don’t yet make reel carriers. But we do offer customdesign cable guides that allow the customer to lay the line out and transfer it up over the top of the machine as it trenches, laying the cable in the ditch as it is dug,” says Renfro.

Some attachments can tailor operation to meet specific jobsite requirements. Consider the differences between a standard dual auger trencher attachment and a conveyor trencher. “There are a lot of utility-type installations where the contractor does not want the spoil on both sides of the trench,” says Kuyers. “They want it off and away from the side of the trench so they can

The incorporation of reel carriers and backhoe attachments helps contractors do more with a single machine. This not only minimizes capital expenditures, but also creates a more productive jobsite.

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RIGHT SIZE THE TRACTOR TO THE TASK “It’s extremely important for the contractor to right size the equipment to the application,” says Joshua Beddow, Toro. “There are a number of trencher options available on the market today, including trencher attachments on compact utility loaders and skid-steer loaders all the way up to heavy-duty dedicated machines. The majority of applications typically require equipment between those extremes.”

Carefully consider your production needs before making a choice. Purpose-built tractors designed for trenching are usually going to offer a productivity advantage over trenching attachments designed for utility machines. “Weight, weight distribution, ground pressure, track pattern and balance between ground drive pressure and digging chain speed are all very important to achieving tractive effort on the job,” says Steve Seabolt, Ditch Witch. “This is why purpose-built trenchers have proven themselves to be more productive than attachments on other types of tractors.”

You must strike a balance between size and performance. “Contractors desire to do more with a smaller machine,” notes Beddow. “In other words, contractors are looking for trenchers with smaller footprints, smaller engines and less weight to be able to effectively provide equal results on the same job at the same rate of a larger machine.”

But there are limitations. “There is a minimum and maximum depth and width that each of our machines is intended for,” says Tesmec’s Preston Renfro. “As the ditch becomes wider and deeper, a larger machine with more weight and horsepower is required. When large excavation is the goal, the additional weight and horsepower of the larger units is a huge advantage in increased productivity. We have also developed some of our larger equipment to be outfitted with a single line boom to bring the minimum cut width even lower. For example, the M5 has a cut depth from 6 ft. minimum to 18 ft. maximum and 18- to 42-in. width.”

Jon Kuyers, Vermeer, adds that trying to get by with the smallest machine is one of the biggest mistakes made by contractors. “They try to get by with the lowest cost model possible and it ends up costing them more money because it doesn’t give them the desired production or they damage their machine because it is undersized for the application.”

install the product without having any of the backfill material fall in the trench. It is a lot easier to lay larger pipe because you can lay it right close to the trench and drop it in without having all of that other material fall in.” Plus, sometimes you might want to backfill with sand vs. the material that came out of the trench.

The ability to offset a trencher attachment adds complexity and cost, but can quickly pay for itself in the right applications. “There is no impact to

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The sliding offset attachment available on Toro tractors allows the trencher to start in the center of the machine and move almost 30 in. on the slider track.

“This increases accessibility in tight locations and facilitates the placement of utility lines closer to the desired location without the operator having to

reposition the entire machine,” says Beddow. “Essentially, it puts more control in the hands of the operator and helps cut downtime in the field.”

Maneuverability in tight space is also a consideration. Consider the steering options available on the tractors you consider.

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The PL-2000 Low Transmitter utility locator has 3.0 watts of power output in the Direct Connection Mode, allowing locates for much longer distances.

• Lightweight, balanced receiver offers four different operating modes • Three “active” frequencies at 512 Hz, 8.125 kHz and 26.725 kHz • Two “passive” frequencies at 50/60 Hz (current flowing AC) and Radio (15 to 25 kHz) • Current measurement in depth function indicates if measured depths are correct for congested utilities • “Auto Off ” function

The Q5 Series ground penetrating radar (GPR) systems include SmartGain digital clarity and offer utility locating up to 15 ft.

• Q5C basic entry-level model incorporates SmartStack to improve image quality and increase depth of penetration • StreetSmart onboard processing enables operator to see and evaluate data in real time • Q5C operates at a frequency range of 300 to 1,300 MHz, comes with a 1.9-GHz multi-core Intel Atom processor and 10.4-in. daylight-readable LED color display and is powered by a single battery

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Tesmec 775DT Dirt Series Chainsaw Trencher TT Technologies Grundopit-K Mini-directional Drill The Grundopit-K keyhole minidirectional drill is designed to operate out of a keyhole excavation for the trenchless installation of gas and water service connections.

• Fully automated and able to work in a 24-in.-diameter excavation • Can install service installations up to 2 in. in diameter at lengths up to 100 ft.

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The 775DT Dirt Series chainsaw trencher is designed for reliability and productivity in dirt excavation and drainage works.

• 8-ft. maximum trenching depth and 10to 24-in. widths • 225-hp Caterpillar C7.1 ACERT Tier 3 diesel engine • Weighs from 34,171 to 41,887 lbs.

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Ditch Witch RT105, RT125 and RT125 Quad Utility Tractors The RT105, RT125 and RT125 Quad turbocharged utility tractors are powered by 107hp (RT105) and 121-hp Deutz turbocharged, Tier 4 engines.

• Control consoles include easy to read gauges and dial controls for ground and attachment operations • Shift-on-the-fly ground drive system senses load conditions and automatically adjusts to meet jobsite needs • Include 120° seat rotation and a redesigned workstation with advanced, 5-in. color LCD engine display that rotates with the operator • Feature optimal ground clearance, standard four-wheel-drive systems and standard rear steer

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The RTX130 and RTX200 are available with 24- to 36-in. cutting booms and 6-in. cutting widths, and are designed for enhanced maneuverability and a more consistent cutting depth.

• 13-hp Honda (RTX130) and 20-hp Kohler (RTX200) gasoline engines • Optimized trencher drive motor better utilizes the available power • Enhanced VZ steering system provides more control in difficult ground conditions • Operator presence system stops the chain and ground drive if the operator lets go of the handle • Available with track or rubber tire options

The 1,690-lb. RTK stand-on track trencher features a fixed platform, onehand controls and fine-tuning control adjustment that uses rod linkage instead of cables.

• Trenches up to 48 in. deep and 6 in. wide • Adjustable Trenching Control (ATC) can be positioned to modify trenching speed of tracks individually on the go • Choice of 20- or 23-hp Honda (GX630 or GX690) or 23-hp Briggs Vanguard V-Twin engine • Measures just 35.5 in. wide • Five chain options available

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Toro Pro Sneak 365 Vibratory Plow The Pro Sneak 365 vibratory plow has an overall width of just 36 in. so it can pass through gates and fit around work site obstacles.

• Plows consistently up to 24 in. deep • Optional front-mounted trencher reaches dig depths up to 36 in.

• 10° frame oscillation • Yanmar Tier 4 Final engine • Dual-tire option can increase traction

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P R OFI T M AT T E R S By Larry Stewart

Tools Contractors Use to Improve Jobsite Connectivity Attendees at the AGC IT Forum identify options for improving the ability to gather important project management data from remote sites.

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iscussion about affordable information technology solutions at the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) IT Forum moved immediately to the subject of improving jobsite wireless connectivity. An open mic format — which did not identify those who shared their experience — did pinpoint several hardware options that construction company IT professionals have been using to improve data flow to and from remote jobsites.

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Sierra Wireless developed the AirLink MP70 as a high-performance, LTE-Advanced vehicle router for mobile mission critical applications. Contractors are using it in job trailers and vehicles to connect sites with no Internet infrastructure.

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“We’re a bridge construction company, and we work out in the middle of nowhere, typically where there’s no Internet access or wireless,” said the first construction IT pro who stepped to a microphone.

“Sierra Wireless (www.sierrawireless.com) just released a [cellular] router built for mobile applications that has two SIM card slots so I can put a Verizon

wireless card in one and AT&T card in the other. It puts out a large Wi-Fi hotspot, has great throughput and has four or six ports in the back so you can hard wire printers, an on-site server or whatever. It worked really well for us.”

The Sierra Wireless AirLink MP70 (about $1,000) is an LTE-Advanced vehicle router for connecting mission critical field services. It provides secure, managed connectivity for applications with LTE-Advanced, gigabit Wi-Fi and gigabit Ethernet, enabling multiple high-bandwidth applications to work simultaneously.

Public safety (police, fire, emergency medical responders) is a key market for the MP70.

To give an idea of the router’s capacity, Dave Markland, senior product manager of gateway solutions for Sierra Wireless, points out, “A typical law enforcement vehicle hosts a laptop for dispatch and records management, an electronic citation system, live digital video surveillance, body-worn cameras and automated license plate recognition systems.”

The MP70 is designed so that all of these systems can connect to the router’s high-speed

network with both gigabit Ethernet and 802.11ac Wi-Fi. “With the two SIM cards, one is active at any time,” the bridge builder’s IT pro explained. “Our jobsites are across the U.S., and Verizon works for us better in some places, AT&T in others.

AT&T and Verizon each charge us about $20 a month just to have the cards. But we can send that router out to a jobsite, and whichever works best for the guys in the field, they can put in that top slot.

“The antenna is tethered with a 15-ft cable. You can get it with a pole or magnet mount and put the antenna on top of a vehicle or on top of your office trailer,” he added. “It works super.”

Another forum attendee recommended CradlePoint cellular routers as very similar alternatives. “It’s the same concept as the Sierra Wireless Airlink, and you get very good throughput with two SIM cards,” said this IT pro. “Plus, if you run over your data limit on one of the cards, it will automatically switch from the card that’s over to the other.”

An attendee whose company has used CradlePoint and Verizon routers pointed out that he was now moving toward

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using Meraki (www. meraki.com) routers. “The CradlePoints and Verizons all work great for one-on-one locations as long as you have good service,” he said. “We’ve been integrating Meraki for three years now, and it’s an amazing product. There’s a new router called the Meraki MX65W (about $850). It’s fully cloud managed, and while you have eight LAN ports, it also has two POE (power over Ethernet) ports.”

The POE ports allow a network cable to carry not only a network connection to a device, but power to run that device. “For guys like us who don’t have just one trailer on a

Meraki’s new MX65W wireless router, made for stationary applications, hosts 12-gigabit Ethernet ports. Two of the ports provide power over the Ethernet to simplify setting up job trailers with multiple access points. construction site — we have two, three, four, five trailers — the two POE ports allow you to run access points into a conference room or other type of trailer, and to have it all built into one tiny device that I can ship to the jobsite,” he stated.

“We send them with a USB Verizon card they can plug into the back, and they’re immediately up and running within five minutes.”

The contractor is using the POE ports for voice-over-IP phones, among other things.

“We have office project managers who can take their phones to jobsites and just plug in, if they’re just going to be out on the job for a day,” he noted, “rather than have to run another phone line to the job trailer.”

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The Prob4gant cell signal booster is a discontinued product that contractors are nevertheless finding effective at boosting the signal to Verizon wireless routers such as the 4G LTE Broadband Router with Voice by Novatel Wireless, 4G LTE Broadband Router by Netgear and 4G LTE Router by Netgear.

Contractors frustrated with weak signal using 4G LTE wireless routers on site will appreciate this lead on a waning, inexpensive opportunity to improve connectivity.

“We use Verizon broadband routers; a little four-port ‘job’ has a hot spot on it.

“And you can buy them for any carrier.”

Various weBoost wireless boosters for office use range in price from $400 to $900, and Good news/bad news — the boost cellular signal for users of Prob4Gant signal booster more cellular devices within 1,500 to than tripled, almost quadru7,500 sq. ft. of range, dependpled, our signal strength in ing on the model. Similarly, the trailer,” said one AGC IT mobile models range from $180 Forum attendee. “Bad news is to $550 each. the manufacturer discontinued Improving the performance it. There’s a bunch of them on of jobsite Internet and cellueBay for $50 a piece. I bought lar connectivity is important 10 of them [while] I could get enough that a roomful of conmy hands on them... struction IT professionals chose “[The Prob4Gant] works the subject without hesitation really well with when asked about the Novatel wirethe most costless MiFi to get a effective solutions stronger signal,” they’ve implementthe attended. It underscores ee continued. the importance of “It will boost it moving data gathfrom one bar to ered on site into full.” a company’s netAnother IT works so that it Forum attendee can be used to offered an altermake better decinative in case the sions faster. And Prob4Gant signal even though local boosters are sold conditions can Contractors are out. “Wilson cause these devicgetting improved site Boosters, now es’ effectiveness to connectivity with called weBoost vary, these recomweBoost wireless (www.weboost. mendations prove com), work really boosters, which can also you don’t have to well on remote reduce wireless costs via accept that a remote locations,” the improved throughput and jobsite is one that’s attendee offered. offline. ET

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“What’s Next” The 2017 event will highlight the future of applied technologies for infrastructure development.

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magine What’s Next” is the theme for CONEXPOCON/AGG 2017, the largest international gathering in the Western Hemisphere for the construction industry. It reflects the vision for the show as it fully embraces applied technologies that help the construction industry reduce downtime, maximize efficiency at jobsites and minimize waste, while increasing bottom line profits and enhancing safety.

CONEXPOCON/AGG provides attendees access to the newest products from every major construction-related industry, including asphalt, aggregates, concrete, earthmoving, lifting, mining and utilities.

Co-located with the IFPE exhibition for fluid power, power transmission and motion control, it will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center on March 7 to 11, 2017. CONEXPO-CON/ AGG and IFPE are produced by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), which also is a show owner.

“Technology is critical to the future of the construction industry and CONEXPOCON/AGG has always been a show that helps industry executives keep pace with the latest in new equipment and product innovations,” says Rich Goldsbury, CONEXPOCON/AGG 2017

show chairman and president of Bobcat Company and Doosan.

“But as industry is being transformed by technology, our attendees understand the importance it has on their bottom line.

It is our responsibility and privilege to connect them with the most cutting edge innovations in safety, equipment and operations that are reshaping the future.”

A recent snapshot survey from AEM found that nearly half (45.9%) of the previous attendees responding were enthusiastic and optimistic about the new possibilities when asked what the construction industry will look like in 2025, and nearly one-third (32%) were interested in what will come but apprehensive about how to successfully get there.

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Equipment Manufacturers members to submit a proposal to be a part of it,” says Sara Truesdale Mooney, show director and vice president exhibitions and business development for AEM. “We’re looking for our members’ bravest and most innovative ideas.”

Proposals will be evaluated against a simple set of criteria by an outside panel of experts.

“The Tech Experience will not only present a vision for the future of our industry, but it will also raise awareness of technologies that enhance safety, productivity and profitability.

Attendees will explore three key zones — the work site of the future, the jobs of the future and the infrastructure of the future,” says Truesdale Mooney. “We’ll also feature additional engagement zones including a Maker Beta Lab that will feature a collaborative future factory environment and the world’s first fully functional 3D-printed excavator (ForConstructionPros. com/12197258).” ET

CONEXPO-CON/AGG will bring its theme and technology focus to life through a 75,000-sq.-ft. pavilion dedicated entirely to presenting emerging construction innovations.

Located in Silver Lot 3 outside the Las Vegas Convention Center, the new Tech Experience will be dedicated entirely to presenting the new construction innovations and emerging technologies destined to drive change and process improvement across the industry.

“With the new Tech Experience, CONEXPO-CON/ AGG is advancing to a new level of thought leadership in our industry.

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These eight points can lead to reduced operating costs and greater customer satisfaction.

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he snow removal industry is becoming more competitive each year. As that happens, the margin of error between profitability and survival is slim.

For large commercial snow removal contractors, the shift from trucks and plows to construction equipment — skid steers, compact track loaders, wheel loaders, compact wheel loaders and backhoes — provides significant operational advantages.

Here are eight reasons to consider adding more iron to your snow removal fleet:

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When it snows, does it make more sense to have your employees try to manage a route and fight road conditions and traffic to service your customers, or to drive to strategically parked pieces of equipment that allow them to plow one or more accounts with that machine? This provides a number of advantages: ˜˜ Plowing begins sooner, meaning faster responsiveness and greater customer satisfaction.

Pickup trucks feature engines with greater horsepower. Why perform a job on a platform that runs at 300 to 400 hp when equipment that operates at 74 to 200 hp will work just as well?

The most common machines in snow removal applications range from 74 to 110 hp.

Also consider the fuel burned when driving from the shop to the lot, from lot to lot and back to the shop. Head to head, construction equipment provides lower total overall fuel costs.

Wheel loaders allow for dualpurpose snow removal as they can be outfitted with both plows and buckets for mass snow removal. ˜˜ The employee “clocks in”

when he gets to the lot with the machine. This time is now 100% billable, and labor costs are not wasted driving from account to account.

2 LABOR EFFICIENCY

While every lot is different, construction equipment presents the opportunity for a higher percentage of productive work to take place. Trucks are only removing snow when moving forward.

Too much time is wasted with trucks having to go in reverse.

Skid steers are not only more maneuverable than a truck to clean around islands and light poles, but are also more efficient.

They can push one way, spin around and push the other way.

Add in the advantages provided by attachments such as a sectional snow pusher which removes more snow on the first pass than fixed blades or pushers, and these machines also help remove snow in fewer total passes.

Skid steers parked at strategic locations can be more efficient and effective than pickups.

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4 WEAR AND TEAR

In addition to fuel savings, there’s also less wear and tear caused by a lower horsepower engine and its components than that of a higher horsepower pickup truck. This helps improve uptime and long-term reliability.

to the attachment that’s performing the work.

Wheel loaders and compact wheel loaders are taller than most trucks and provide a better vantage point to people, cars and other surrounding objects. The maneuverability of skid steers and compact track loaders minimizes the need to operate in reverse.

Working with construction equipment in snow removal applications allows for greater visibility in many applications.

7 ATTACHMENT FLEXIBILITY

Thanks to auxiliary hydraulics, quick couplers and (generally) universal mounting designs, construction equipment provides greater flexibility for switching between and using different types of attachments, from pushers to snowblowers and sweepers.

5 LIABILITY

Minimizing liability is all about reducing exposure.

Construction equipment parked at accounts does this in a couple of ways: ˜˜ Your employees are not driving company owned trucks on snow-covered and icy roads. This minimizes the chances of accidents and the corresponding liability to your company.

˜˜ A piece of equipment and an

operator dedicated to one or two lots make it more manageable to keep the lot cleared during a snowfall. Managing several accounts throughout a route increases the chances for snow accumulation and slips and falls.

6 VISIBILITY

Along the same lines, construction equipment generally provides greater visibility to all sides of the machine than pickup trucks, and better visibility down

Construction equipment allows for a wide variety of attachments that add to the machine’s flexibility.

8 DEALER SUPPORT

Through telematics and planned maintenance programs, construction equipment dealers can maintain consistent visibility to the performance and health of the equipment and proactively address maintenance needs before they turn into larger issues.

Each application and company is different, but these eight points can lead to reduced operating costs and greater customer satisfaction. ET

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SKID-STEER LOADERS >> Products

John Deere 324E Skid-steer Loader The 324E mid-frame skid steer has a 2,690-lb. rated operating capacity and includes upgraded controls and boom performance, auxiliary lines integrated through the boom and cab improvements.

• Vertical lift boom design with a 10-ft. 6-in. reach • 8,750-lb. bucket breakout force • 74-gross-hp Tier 4 Final engine • ISO, H-pattern or foot/joystick electrohydraulic (EH) control with option that allows the operator to switch between control patterns with the push of a button • Expansive curved front glass, large top window and low side windows provide optimal visibility from the cab • Larger entryway and all-glass curved door for easy access in and out

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Kubota SSV65/SSV75 Skid-steer Loaders The 64-gross-hp SSV65 boasts a 1,950lb. rated operating capacity (ROC) and 4,839-lb. bucket breakout force, and the 74-gross-hp SSV75 has a 2,690-lb. ROC and 5,884-lb. bucket breakout force.

• Vertical lift configuration can dump into a dump truck with 10-ft. sides • Kubota Tier 4-certified four-cylinder diesel engine • Include a spacious, dust-resistant pressurized cabin with an optimized climate control system; slide-up, front entry door and hand-foot controls • Standard two-speed travel • Optional high-flow hydraulics and multifunction lever for fingertip control of major machine and implement functions

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Caterpillar D2 Series Loaders The 98-gross-hp 272D2 skid-steer, 297D2 multi-terrain and 299D2 compact track loaders, along with their 110-gross-hp XHP counterparts, meet Tier 4 Final emissions standards.

• 272D2, 297D2 and 299D2 deliver rated operating capacities of 3,400, 4,700 and 4,600 lbs. (50% of tipping capacity) • 272D2 XHP, 297D2 XHP and 299D2 XHP rated at 3,650, 4,800 and 4,725 lbs.

• In-cab, heads-up Advanced Display can be paired with a rearview camera • Full-color, 5-in. LCD monitor enables on-screen adjustment of implement response, hydrostatic drive response, creep control speed, ride control activation speed and more • Engine compartment sealing system provides enhanced airflow debris control

Volvo Expanded C-Series Loader Line The radial lift MC60C and MC70C and the vertical lift MC85C, MC95C and MCT85C skid-steer and compact track loaders deliver enhanced dump height, reach and lift capacity and greater allaround visibility.

• Rated operating capacities from 1,350 to 1,900 lbs.

• Gross engine power from 48 to 59 hp • Reinforced single loader arm design • Large top window in cab for improved visibility during truck loading • Wide-opening side cab door • Redesigned operator’s environment with ergonomically placed controls and gauges

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Case SV300 Vertical Lift Skid-steer Loader The 8,666-lb. SV300 vertical lift skid steer offers selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology, which offers a significant reduction in fuel use compared to systems with diesel particulate filters.

• Tier 4 Final SCR solution requires less maintenance with no filter replacement or upkeep • Provides 282 ft.-lbs. of torque, breakout force of 8,776 lbs. and a standard auxiliary hydraulic flow rated at over 24 gpm • Wide cab with 360° visibility and EZ-EH controls, heavy-duty rear door and standard front and side lighting

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IHI AS12 Skid-steer Loader With its pilot-operated joystick controls and compact design, the AS12 rubber-tire skid-steer loader is designed to provide maximum flexibility while working in confined spaces.

• 2,955-lb. operating weight • Can handle up to a 728-lb. (SAE) operating load and generates a breakout force of 1,658 ft.-lbs.

• 6-ft. 6-in. dump height • Yanmar 3TNV76 diesel engine rated at 21 hp at 2,500 rpm

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Gehl Mid-frame R Series Skid Loaders The 46.3-gross-hp R135 and R150 and 69.9-grosshp R165 radial lift skid loaders feature an operator station with integrated digital display, loader arm design with increased visibility and Yanmar Tier 4 diesel engines.

• Rated operating capacities range from 1,500 to 1,800 lbs. and lift heights up to 119 in. (R150 and R165) • Standard proportional auxiliary hydraulics • Cab forward design and lowered rear towers for enhanced visibility • HydraGlide ride control

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Products SKI D - STEER LO A DERS Bobcat 600 Frame-size Tier 4 Final Loaders The 74-hp M-Series 600 frame-size skid-steer loaders provide performance benefits, hydraulic power, comfort and easy serviceability while meeting Tier 4 emissions standards without a diesel particulate filter (DPF).

• Hydraulic systems engineered for higher standard flow and pressure, which provides increased attachment performance • Engine horsepower and hydraulic flow matched to the rated operating capacity, size and weight • Feature a large cab, redesigned interior and improved cab pressurization • Pressurized cab includes a one-piece seal that goes all the way around the door and fits into a special curved pocket to keep out dirt and dust

Terex V200S Skid-steer Loader The 6,655-lb. V200S vertical lift path skid-steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 2,000 lbs. and achieves 118 in. of lift height and 30 in. of reach.

• 5,020 lbs. of bucket breakout force and 4,375 lbs. of arm lifting force • 50-hp Perkins diesel turbocharged engine and load-sensing, variable-flow hydraulics enables 8,453 lbs. of tractive effort • Boasts 10.5-in. ground clearance and a 28.4° rear angle of departure • Optional two-speed transmission provides top speeds up to 12 mph

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Yanmar Skid-steer Loaders The S190R-1 and S220R-1 skid-steer loaders feature an improved operator’s cab, intuitive designed controls and increased hydraulic performance.

• Yanmar Tier 4 Final-compliant, electronically-controlled diesel engines • S190R-1 has a 68.4-hp engine with a 1,900-lb. rated operating capacity, and the S220R-1 has a 70.7-hp engine and a 2,200-lb. rated operating capacity • Feature roomy, comfortable cabs, self-leveling, a choice of quick-attach mounting systems and suspension seats • Universal attachment plate accommodates a range of attachment options

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JCB Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders The 135, 155, 175, 190 and 205 skid steers and the 150T, 190T and 205T compact track loaders are powered by the JCB Diesel by Kohler engines, which meet Tier 4 without a diesel particulate filter.

• Parallel lift and two travel speeds for easier maneuverability • Single-armed design with side-entry door • Up to 17% larger, revised tilting cab • Electrohydraulic control levers • Optional smooth ride system (SRS) • Standard universal mechanical hitch or an optional power quick hitch

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Wacker Neuson Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders Two skid-steer and two compact track loader models feature 74.3-hp Perkins turbocharged, Tier 4 Final engines with maintenance-free PMC (Particulate Matter Catalyst) aftertreatment and standard two-speed transmissions.

• Radial lift SW24 skid steer delivers a 2,350-lb. rated operating capacity (ROC) and the ST35 compact track loader has a 3,500-lb. ROC (50% of tip load), with both providing a 10-ft. 5-in. lift height • Vertical lift SW28 skid steer has a 2,800-lb. ROC and the ST45 compact track loader has a 4,500-lb. ROC (50% of tip load), with both models offering an 11-ft. 2-in. lift height • Pressurized cabs with adjustable suspension seat and H-pattern or ISO joystick hydraulic pilot controls

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Takeuchi TS80 Series Skid-steer Loaders

Rhino RS50-S Skid Steer The compact, lightweight, 60-hp RS50-S is designed for optimal stability, versatility and serviceability.

• Incorporates a Danfoss main hydraulic pump and travel motor and a hydraulic line for hammers and other attachments • Cab provides a cleaner, quieter operating environment with optimal work tool visibility • Easy to read, high-visibility gauges and warning lamps • High-performance powertrain

The large-frame TS80 series skid steers feature 74-hp Deutz Tier 4 Final engines that supply 192 ft.-lbs. of torque at 1,800 rpm and have a simple, maintenance-free diesel oxidation catalyst.

• 7,950-lb. radial lift TS80R2 features a 2,825-lb. rated operating capacity (ROC), 5,845-lb. bucket breakout force, 7,080-lb. lift arm force and 10-ft. 5-in. maximum hinge pin height • 8,965-lb. vertical lift TS80V2 has a 3,500-lb. ROC, 5,920-lb. bucket breakout force, 6,200lb. lift arm force and 10-ft. 10-in. maximum hinge pin height • Functional, well-equipped operator’s station includes a lower threshold for easier entry and exit • Optional ride control, bucket positioning and high-flow auxiliary hydraulics

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COM PACT E Q UI P M E N T By Randy Strait

Methods to Improve Snow Removal Efficiency Choose equipment and techniques to clear snow in as few passes as possible.

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o get the most out of seasonal services, construction contractors need to consider their equipment’s efficiency and ability to accurately and precisely clear customer’s properties in as few passes as possible. Balancing liability exposure and productivity may seem like a tightrope to walk. But if snow removal contractors incorporate these strategies and look for the right pusher features, they will be successful.

SIZE IT RIGHT AND CALCULATE PUSHING TIME A customer’s property size helps you determine the type and amount of equipment you should use. To start with, pick a pusher with the proper size and weight for the skid steer or

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loader as well as for the application. Bigger pushers aren’t always better.

For example, a skid steer equipped with a 10-ft. pusher ideally clears narrow parking aisles and handicapped parking spaces during the day with

and characteristics, such as wet snow, which takes longer to clean. However, it gives a rough time frame with which to work and helps determine the amount of pushers and machines needed.

A sectional snow pusher with a steel cutting edge effectively scrapes even hard-packed snow and ice down to the pavement on the first pass.

A pusher with features that successfully remove ice can minimize the need to spend time applying salt. A sectional snow pusher with a steel cutting edge effectively scrapes even hardpacked snow and ice down to the pavement on the first pass.

In addition, the individual sections of the pusher get into dips and depressions in the pavement, leaving cleaner results by removing more snow and ice with each pass than traditional designs. This saves time and cuts significant outsourcing costs, such as hiring extra pickup plow operators for follow-up snow removal. It also reduces the amount of salt needed.

traffic present — a common occurrence when people scramble for supplies to ride out the storm. A 19-ft. loader-mounted pusher works more efficiently on large lots with wider clearing areas.

Many contractors with containment plows use a formula based on acres and pushing capacity to determine productivity ahead of time. This creates a strategy for operator schedules and determines priority when it comes to clearing properties according to size.

For example, if there is 3 in. of snow on the lot, a 10-ft. containment plow with a pushing capacity of 13 yds. will take roughly 30 minutes to clear anywhere from two to three acres. A contractor using a 16-ft. model with a 28-yd. capacity can estimate that the same job in the same weather conditions will take about half the time. This formula changes depending on snow conditions

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MOVE MORE EASILY A drop-and-go slip-style hitch lets the pusher move freely from the equipment and automatically adjusts to any change in pavement. This prevents the operator from having to manually correct the pusher each time it drops, which needs to be done with other hitch styles. This leads to a time-consuming, challenging and — for inexperienced operators — frustrating process that if done incorrectly results in extra maintenance and repairs.

To get the most out of seasonal services, construction contractors need to consider their equipment’s efficiency and ability to accurately and precisely clear customer properties in as few passes as possible.

A hitch that lets the pusher lie properly each and every time extends the pusher’s life and guarantees a clean surface. Plus, a pusher that keeps the carrier equipment moving rather than creating drag conserves salt and fuel.

CUT BOTH MAINTENANCE AND OPERATOR FATIGUE Quick and easy serviceability in the field minimizes downtime and increases efficiency. It’s beneficial for an operator to have parts readily available in order to fix damaged components. It cuts repair time down to only about 10 to 15 minutes, getting operators back to work quickly compared with waiting for a shop mechanic to repair the pusher.

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SKID-STEER ATTACHMENTS >> Products

Road Widener Skid-steer Attachment

The Big Break from Quick Attach The Big Break hydraulic breaker incorporates shock-absorbing polymers to minimize machine wear and sound, while improving operator comfort level.

• Three models for carriers from 4,600 to 19,800 lbs.

• Only two moving parts • Power booster for high performance and lower vibration • Enclosed box design eliminates cross studs and tie rods while protecting the tool holder • Hybrid technology (gas/oil) • Field replaceable bushing

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The Road Widener can be used for work on road shoulders, driveways, trails and paths.

• Handles widths of 1 to 3.5 ft. and can disperse a 20-ton truckload of gravel in minutes at speeds of over 12 mph • Width, height and flow hydraulically controlled with precise control of material placement • Features include adjustable slope control and a hydraulic-driven conveyor belt with heavy-duty 10-in. head and tail pulleys • 2,600-lb. empty weight and 10-ft. width allow easy transport via a standard-width trailer

Paladin Bradco Walk-Thru Pallet Forks The Bradco Walk-Thru Pallet Forks from Paladin Attachments feature an open design that allows the operator to step through the frame upon entry and exit for safe access to the loader.

• Heavy-duty design for skid-steer loaders handling up to a 6,200-lb. capacity • Lever-style locks provide added leverage when operating the tine latching mechanism • Pull “D” ring for pulling or retaining loads provides greater strength and protection against load damage

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Case Sectional Snow Pushers

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Vacuworx PS 1 Portable Vacuum Lifting System

Allied Rammer Small Range Breakers

The 25-lb. PS 1 portable vacuum lifting system can lift up to 2,200 lbs. when paired with small equipment such as skid steers, compact excavators, forklifts and small cranes.

• Lifts concrete, marble, granite, metal, steel and iron • Can be used indoors or outdoors • 12-volt rechargeable battery with eight hour run time • Three standard interchangeable pad options range from 8” x 12” to 16” x 16” with additional configurations available upon request

The 555, 777 and 999 Rammer small range breakers are designed without tie rods and incorporate the Constant Blow Energy (CBE) plus operating system.

• For carriers between 7,500 and 27,600 lbs.

• Integrated one-piece tool bushing design requires fewer parts and is easily field replaceable • Box-type housing with high-tech dampening material that reduces noise and vibration and fully protects the power cell • Dual accumulator (High Pressure and Low Pressure) design provides maximum power with less pulsation in hydraulic lines

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Six heavy- and light-duty sectional snow pushers are compatible with Case and other brands of current and older model wheel loaders, skid steers, compact track loaders and backhoes.

• Light-duty line for compact equipment and backhoes features models up to 13 ft. wide • Heavy-duty line offers models up to 17 ft. wide for full-sized wheel loaders • Hardox 450 steel cutting edge scrapes cleanly down to the pavement • Moldboard sections move independently in response to uneven pavement or obstacles • Leading edge trips over obstacles to help prevent equipment or property damage

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• Designed for use with skid-steer loaders, backhoe-loaders and excavators weighing 2,200 to 30,850 lbs.

• Deliver up to 1,600 bpm • Few wear parts and no tie rods enable quick and easy routine maintenance • Fully enclosed cradles minimize vibrations transferred back to the carriers, reduce ambient noise and protect working parts from dust and debris • Two strong retaining pins and locks hold the tool and bushing in place

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S KI D -ST E E R AT TA C H M E N T S Products Minnich A-2V Machine-mounted Dowel Pin Drills Powered by a compressor, the A-2V can be mounted to a skidsteer loader, loader or farm tractor to form a self-contained, highly mobile solution for drilling vertical holes.

• Two drills can swivel to drill holes at an angle • Suitable for jobs on which multiple damaged slabs need to be pulled • Safer, more efficient alternative to drilling holes manually

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Skidsteersolutions.com Eterra Beach Master Attachment The 1,600-lb. Beach Master cleaner and screener attachment simplifies the collection and transporting of debris and the leveling of sand.

• Capable of clearing approximately 16,000 sq. ft. per hour • Adapts to wet or dry sand conditions and is able to pick up small items • Two vibrating screens include one for finer beaches and the other for coarser beaches • High lift capability means materials can be moved straight from the hopper into a dump truck • Can run on any skid steer able to lift 2,500 lbs. or more

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Worksaver 36-Series Snow Pushers The 36-Series snow pushers are available for skid steers and tractors with loaders that use the universal skid-steer quickattach system.

• Also available for 400/500 Series John Deere loaders and loaders using the Euro/ Global tool carrier • 8- or 10-ft. widths with 1.5” x 8” reversible premium rubber cutting edge • CNC-formed, 7-gauge moldboard with two 4-in. industrial C channels • 36” x 36” x 5/16” pusher side plates help to retain snow as it is pushed forward without leaving a windrow • Adjustable, abrasion-resistant steel skid shoes

The 1,500-lb. Stumpex features low rpm and as much as 33,600 ft.-lbs. of torque at 4,000 psi, enabling it to draw itself down into any species of stump from 10 to 28 in. in diameter and up to 20 in. deep in a single pass.

• Can be mounted on skid steers with 20to 42-gpm hydraulic output • Threaded cone and staggered AR500 cutting blades grind out stump and root material with minimal discharge • Provides faster, easier cleanup after grinding • Chips stay mostly in the hole for faster, easier cleanup

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The 2,300-lb. RockHound FHX Defender Forestry Mulcher is a fixedtooth cutter designed to maximize the power of a standard flow loader.

• Quickly and efficiently shreds a variety of brush, vines and trees up to 6 in. continuously and up to 10 in. intermittently • 54-in. cutting width and 2,000 to 2,500 cutter rpm • 20- to 45-gpm hydraulic flow required • Standard skid-steer mount, Hardox shield, adjustable brush bumper, adjustable/removable re-cutter door and dual replaceable re-cutter bars • HD Package upgrade available for power units over 100 hp

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Loftness Carbide Cutter G4 Mulching Head Attachment The Carbide Cutter G4 mulching head attachment for skid steers is available with 61- and 71-in. cutting widths and carbide-tipped or heattreated steel planer blade Loftness Quadco teeth.

• Two-stage cutting chamber with two shear bars • Improved skid shoes can be adjusted from 0.5 to -1.5 in. to allow mulching below grade • Operates at 2,000 to 2,400 rpm with a synchronous drive belt for greater efficiency and less maintenance • Standard variable-displacement motor (V-Drive) with load-sensing technology

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The V3 Flex Plane features a selfadjusting blade with a unique pivoting action that enables it to rotate to contour to the ground.

• Two double-beveled hardened cutting edges provide aggressive cutting action and smooth leveling in forward and reverse • Cross Crumbler Beam knocks even tough earth into manageable dirt • Five models available in 72-, 78-, 84-, 89- and 96-in. sizes • Universal quick attach

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Products S KID-S TEER AT TACHMENTS Simex Milling Attachments These attachments are designed for milling of small tracks and crossings and minor asphalt repairs.

• Suited for mounting on skid-steer loaders not fitted with a high-flow system, and small backhoe-loaders • Independent regulation of depth and provides ability to create inclined planes • Orbital hydraulic motors in a direct cutter drum drive • Maintenance costs limited to the replacement of tools (teeth)

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GECON Attachments Asphalt Float The GECON Asphalt Float is suited for asphalt repairs, trench work/repairs, skidsteer paving and asphalt trenching.

• Simple hookup/connection to skid steer • Adjustable moldboard (screed height) • Hydraulic side shift out to 5.5+ ft.

• Hydraulic wing adjustments (5-in. trench or 6 ft. wide) • Low maintenance

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Coneqtec/Universal MTC 6 and MTC 12 Micro-Trench Cutters The heavy-duty MTC 6 and MTC 12 Microtrench Cutters provide 6- and 12-in. cutting depths and cutting widths that can be specified from .5 to 2.5 in.

• All functions operated from within the cab utilizing the skid steer’s electrohydraulic controls • Six-bolt cutting wheels can be changed in minutes without special tools • Heavy-duty hydraulic motor • Feature adjustable skid shoes, depth gauge, quick-access cutting wheel panel, vacuum port and heavy-duty all-steel construction

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Bobcat Hydraulic Breakers These hydraulic breaker attachments feature Auto Power, which automatically regulates pressure throughout operation and limits excessive pressure at startup.

• Energy chamber keeps the nitrogen pressure constant with no periodic charging required • Cylindrical breaker cradle design improves access to jobs in confined areas • Steel ring system retains the tool bushing and protects grease access, plus provides for quick tool changes • Upper and lower shock absorbers isolate the breaker from the housing for reduced noise and vibration • Bob-Tach and X-Change attachment mounting systems

Sectional Sno-Pusher’s HD pushers are compatible with equipment such as wheel loaders, backhoes, skid steers and tractors.

• Durable steel moldboard design features individual 32-in.-wide sections with independent, spring-loaded trip edges • Each moldboard section responds to changes in the pavement, contouring automatically to uneven surfaces • Designed for equipment weighing more than 18,000 lbs. with models available in six sizes • Smallest model measures 12 ft. long and the largest is 26 ft. long

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Utilicor MC-450 Minicor Coring Attachment The MC-450 Minicor keyhole coring attachment fits skid steers as well as Ditch Witch SK 850 and Vermeer S800XT mini track loaders.

• Cuts pavement cores up to 18 in. in diameter for keyhole repair applications or for daylighting or potholing purposes • Allows for narrow width coring in tight spaces or up close to buildings or other structures • Simple, intuitive controls ensure ease of operation • Quick connects to the auxiliary hydraulic system for simple installation • Integrated water tanks allow for multiple cores to be cut in a single fill

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Caterpillar Snow Tools The Material Handling Bucket and Straight Snow Push convert Cat skidsteer, compact track, multi terrain, compact wheel, backhoe- and small wheel loaders into effective clearing machines regardless of the season.

• 102-in. Material Handling Bucket (model 259) carries up to 1.7 cu. yds. of light material in high-capacity applications • Bucket includes a reversible and replaceable bolt-on cutting edge, more rigid torque tube and honeycomb design at the top for visibility to material • Straight Snow Push comes in various widths with steel or rubber cutting edges, a bolt-on backdrag feature, spring-loaded trip edge with tension adjustment and adjustable skid

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T R U CKS & T R A N S P O R TAT I O N By Michelle EauClaire-Kopier

The

SW SS ARMY KNIFE of the Off-Road Industry

Tracked carrier vehicles offer almost limitless options and versatility to the off-road equipment market.

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The Prinoth Panther lineup features a vehicle chassis with the same dimensions and characteristics as a standard truck chassis.

racked carriers are able to bring several different machines to a jobsite on the back of one vehicle. The base vehicle can be equipped with a multitude of specialized attachments to tackle tough applications in extreme applications, all while offering low ground pressure for safe operation in a variety of environmental conditions.

Terramac, a manufacturer of track carriers, was founded in 2011 after seeing a high demand for the machines in the North American market. “We were putting a few used carriers in our other business’ rental fleet, and soon our customers saw how versatile these units were by outfitting them with various attachments,” says Mike Crimaldi, Terramac’s owner and CEO. “These vehicles work well on all site conditions and in all weather conditions, so it’s no surprise more customers were reaching out to us to use them.

The need continued to grow so we decided to come up

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with our own new and improved design to keep up with the demand.”

STREAMLINED CUSTOMIZATION Tracked carriers’ popularity is due to their ability to meet a lot of specific customer needs in a multitude of different industries and applications. This also means that each vehicle’s features and specifications could be quite unique.

According to Terramac, crawler carriers, by nature, are designed to be reliable in a variety of environmental conditions, which is what makes them so versatile. “We are always planning for worst-case scenarios when designing this type of vehicle to ensure durability and reliability,” says Crimaldi.

Italian-based Prinoth’s Panther line of tracked carriers are a new generation of Bombardier Muskeg and GoTracts (GT) brand vehicles from 50 years ago. “The evolution of this lineup involved a lot of research and innovation before launching it in 2011,” says Philippe Gosselin, marketing manager.

To simplify not only the manufacturing process, but also the attachment switching process for operators, Prinoth incorporated a decade’s worth of customer requests into the redesigned and

standardized vehicle platform. of the time, the standard vehicle Its manufacturing process was platform can accommodate.” already relatively flexible due to The machine is modular the various models and platforms in design. “The powertrain is it was supporting prior to the one module, the cab is anothplatform redesign, but it was the er. Internally, we have a Tier 3 design phase where it really saw module and a Tier 4 module, time and cost savings. so in the production line we “We were doing a lot of cuscan drop a T3 or a T4 engine at tomer visits and design workshops to try and accommodate every specific need, market and terrain a customer was throwing at us,” says Eric Steben, director of engineering, Prinoth.

“Because of Terramac engineers worked to refine and the machine’s create a standard carrier model that would be open track system for modifications. The design also enables simpler and attachment attachment changes, allowing one machine to options, the perform several different tasks on a jobsite. machine can go almost anywhere. One vehicle platform can some point, but the rest of the carry a crane, a drill or a conmachine stays the same,” Steben crete mixer, just to name a few.” explains. “That’s good for us for By bringing on board more production, and the customfeatures from previous customer er always has the same machine requests, its base platform was regardless of the engine package.” able to meet a majority of cusThe Panthers also have an tomer needs. “We have more onboard electronic system to options now, which are able to control engine rpm and the be made directly on the protransmission, which provides fuel duction line, not after. I would efficiency and transmission effiestimate that around 95% of ciency. “By having the right rpm our orders that we are designing and fuel delivery in the engine, and sending are now considered you optimize and can lower standard configurations,” Steben your fuel consumption by up to indicates. “We still have the 20%,” says Steben. option to customize a vehicle All of Terramac’s newest modfurther to a customer’s speels include CANbus to allow cific needs, but a majority easy expansion to add other

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support equipment and the required functions and features; standard alerts to maintenance professionals at programmed parts replacement intervals; electrohydraulic controls; and in-cab touch screen monitors for easy interfacing with add-on features such as backup cameras. Digital control monitoring systems have been added to the latest model, the RT14, and Tier 4 RT9 models.

Engineers paid special attention while developing the units’ cabs to ensure they fulfill all ROPS and FOPS certification requirements, including an emergency kill system and manin-place switch.

During the initial design phase, Terramac engineers worked to refine and create a standard carrier model that would be open for modifications, but not necessarily need them each time a specialty attachment was requested. “A high percentage of Terramac’s carriers are built with dump beds, but all come standard with front and rear bolt-on bumpers, which allow for the addition of support equipment at a later date. This is where our tracked carriers shine — the ease of attachment changing” says Crimaldi.

Much like attachment options for an excavator, the simpler the exchange process, the faster an operator can get back to work and minimize downtime. This is what makes carriers particularly popular — one machine can be used throughout the year for several different tasks on a jobsite.

Take a pipeline project, for example. The beginning of the project focuses on clearing the land, which can involve a dump box mounted atop the carrier to haul brush. During the next phase, a flatbed can haul mats to create a stable surface for the excavators and other heavy equipment to trench and lay pipe. The personnel carrier attachment can haul crews and their tools to hard-to-reach areas throughout this process. Welders can be mounted to the carrier to weld pipe together before being laid. The final steps include the restoration of the property, with

a hydro-seeder commonly fitted to the carrier to restore the land.

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE CHASSIS The key design element that allows tracked carriers to be multi-purpose tools is the vehicle chassis.

“When engineering for special attachments, we have to consider every way in which the support equipment could be used and where it could be distributing weight. The machine’s ability to keep its center of gravity is critical,” says Crimaldi.

Terramac designs its chassis with high tensile strength steel.

This creates a strong, gusseted chassis that allows for even distribution while also balancing various attachments. The chassis itself is a structural tubular frame, making more enhanced modifications possible without hindering its strength.

center and rear of the machine were customized. Also, controls for the hydraulics, electronic water pump and water cannon systems needed to be integrated and accessible in the cab for the operator. Electronic joystick controls were installed in the cab to operate the remote water cannon. Additional controls were installed to move the spray boom and to control the flow at every head nozzle. All of this was possible with a few modifications to the base unit.

Prinoth introduced its Panther line-up after a complete vehicle redesign in line with oncoming Tier 4 Final engine needs. This includes a vehicle chassis with the same dimensions and characteristics as a standard truck chassis.

“When Tier 4 was coming, we had to do a lot of design work to the platform in order to

“We are always planning for worst-case scenarios when designing this type of vehicle to ensure durability and reliability.”

— Mike Crimaldi, owner and CEO, Terramac “At Terramac, we receive requests on a regular basis for special applications and pride ourselves on our engineering ability to accommodate such requests,” says Monica Coenen, marketing manager. “We have mounted a number of auger, core and sonic drill rigs on the units, which has required additional front, rear and center frame customization. For certain drills, we have also used an added triple port funk drive to get multiple pumps running off one engine.”

A 60-ft. collapsible spray boom attachment with a 1,600-gal. water tank has been Terramac’s most challenging modification to date. Both the

accommodate the new engines, so the decision was made to take that opportunity to review the vehicle completely and bring it into modern times,” says Steben.

“If you can mount an attachment on a truck, you can mount it on our chassis. That opens up the amount of things that can be added to the vehicle.”

The truck-style chassis also allowed Prinoth to accept the industry standard torsion box used by manufacturers of aerial devices. “By going to a truck-style chassis, equipment modifiers can use the mounting procedures they already use on a daily basis when mounting cranes and digger derricks onto trucks. That process is exactly

Terramac designs its chassis with high tensile strength steel and a structural tubular frame.

This makes enhanced modifications possible without hindering its strength.

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the same on our Panther vehicles,” says Doug Little, director of sales - North America. This saves both time and money. “[It] gets the vehicle into the customer’s hands faster, and saves the end user money because installation times are cut by as much as 60%.”

Technical risk is also reduced because manufacturers are dealing with a familiar installation process and a wider field of competency vs. specialized installation and engineering complexities.

NOT YOUR AVERAGE TRACKS When off-roading is part of the application, a tracked vehicle is essential. A track system offers low ground pressure, which can not only be desirable but mandatory in some applications.

“In the environmental market, these vehicles are helping to restore streams and waterways.

When customers are working in those environmentally sensitive areas, they have to abide by strict ground pressure regulations so as not to damage plant root structures while working on and off the jobsite,” explains Crimaldi.

“Vehicles with tires oftentimes don’t meet regulation and are restricted due to the damage they cause, which only increases tracked carrier demand.

“Our undercarriage is simplistic in design,” he adds. “We strive to give our customers carriers that can be easily understood and maintained. Each machine’s complete undercarriage can be overhauled within a matter of hours.”

A track system is comprised of several components including the rubber track and a roller system. “The rubber tracks are the underlying detail which provides

A track system offers low ground pressure and allows the vehicles to traverse a wide variety of terrains and applications. the low ground pressure users have come to depend on,” says Crimaldi. While there are off the shelf systems that could be integrated into a tracked carrier vehicle’s design, both Terramac and Prinoth have engineered unique configurations.

“The complete undercarriage, including the suspension and wheels, the wheel size, the total number of wheels, the walking beam are all unique to Prinoth,” says Steben.

The company’s unique selftensioning system is the key to its long life. “When there is no cylinder or relief valve to take the pressure when you go over a rock or log, which can pinch the track, it’s the elasticity of the rubber track that is taking that pressure,” says Little. “In our vehicle, it’s the cylinders and the relief valve that take the pressure so the rubber track doesn’t have to change shape to accommodate the pressure. This reduces the possibility of the track coming off the vehicle in extremely tough situations.”

Ultimately, it is the track system that allows these multipurpose vehicles to traverse a wide variety of terrains and applications. Add to this the adaptability to accommodate attachments through robust chassis design, and tracked carriers will maximize usefulness on any jobsite. “The unique thing about these vehicles is that they go into multiple markets with multiple attachments. They’re almost limitless as long as the attachment fits onto the carrier,” says Crimaldi. ET

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P OWE R SOU R C E S By Darin Schultz

Consider an ALTERNATIVE GREEN APPROACH for Portable Power Remanufacturing yields economic and environmental benefits.

you should consider a reman engine:

1) LOWER COST

The lower cost of engine remanufacturing and the likenew performance of the product after integration is driving many generator owners to consider remanufactured engines as an option.

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hen a generator is nearing the end of its useful life, you might be left with the difficult choice of whether to replace your existing generator, install a brand new, more expensive engine or seek an alternative option. Many companies are now taking advantage of engine remanufacturing to repower their generator fleet.

Andy Machin, vice president of Perkins Pacific (www.perkinspacific.com), a Washington state-based engine distributor and remanufacturer, has seen significantly more interest in engine remanufacturing.

The lower cost and like-new performance of the product after integration is driving many owners to consider remanufactured engines as an option.

For years, reman has been a common choice to extend the life of various types of machinery for many equipment owners and operators. It is worth consideration to give your generators a second life.

One of the biggest factors in choosing a remanufactured engine is cost.

Remanufactured engines cost up to 50% less than a new Tier 4 Final engine, not including associated engineering costs, and offer even greater savings over the purchase of a new piece of equipment. Maintenance on some new Tier 4 Final engines can be costly, as well. In addition to being more complex to service, additional costs for aftertreatment cleaning and diesel exhaust fluid can add up quickly.

After integrating a reman engine, generators can typically see an additional four to seven years of service life. When compared to the cost of new engine integration, the value and quality offered is significant.

Remanufactured engines can help minimize total cost of ownership for equipment and offer an economical alternative to Tier 4 Final or the investment in new power generation equipment.

We frequently hear from customers who are looking for ways to refurbish their generator fleets and add more years to the life

Remanufacturing offers a number of advantages. It is a lower cost, more environmentally friendly alternative that offers less downtime and increases the resale value of equipment.

Here’s a closer look at a few reasons why

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AFTER INTEGRATING A REMAN ENGINE, GENERATORS CAN TYPICALLY SEE AN ADDITIONAL FOUR TO SEVEN YEARS OF SERVICE LIFE. 2) LESS DOWNTIME

Opting to replace an existing engine with a new one typically requires significant engineering time that can render equipment out of service for months. The integration and testing process also takes significantly longer with a new Tier 4 Final engine than with remanufactured engines.

“A completely new engine may include diesel exhaust fluid, fluid lines and mounting components, each of which must be configured during integration. Electrical components, an ECU/ECM and a high level of technical interfaces with electronics programming and testing increase engineering time,” notes Paul Hecker, an engineer at Southwest Products. “All of that additional engineering work can add up to about an additional 150 hours.”

With remanufactured engines, downtime is minimized. Remanufactured engines are essentially an

Integrating a reman engine into your generator can cost up to 50% less than a new Tier 4 Final engine, and can offer even greater savings over the purchase of a new piece of equipment.

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of each unit they own, says Kevin Knowles, generator sales at Southwest Products. “With our predominantly Perkins-powered generator lineup, Perkins Pacific has been a resource for supplying and integrating remanufactured engines that help our customers get many additional years of service from their generators,” he states.

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Purchasing a reman engine keeps the old engine core and many usable components out of a landfill, which can greatly reduce the impact on the environment. updated, refreshed version of the generator’s existing engine, so they take much less time to integrate.

3) I NCREASED RESALE VALUE

Once a generator has neared the end of its life, resale within the U.S. and to lesser regulated countries can be a significant source of revenue for fleet owners.

Integrating a remanufactured engine can increase the resale value of a used generator by a substantial amount. With a reman engine, used generators are not limited to resale only within the U.S. There are two main factors currently making it difficult to sell Tier 4 Final-powered equipment in lesser regulated countries: serviceability and fuel availability. The lack of established service programs for the new technology makes supporting the product difficult.

This, coupled with high product costs, has companies shying away from Tier 4 Final powered equipment.

In addition, many lesser regulated countries don’t have high availability of ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel, which is required by Tier 4 Final engines to operate effectively. Without it, the diesel particulate filter can clog rapidly and cause significant operation issues.

Darin Schultz is sales manager at Perkins Pacific.

APPROXIMATELY 73% OF THE OLD ENGINE CAN BE SALVAGED DURING THE REMANUFACTURING PROCESS, SAVING MILLIONS OF POUNDS OF WASTE OUT OF LANDFILLS. — Andy Machin, Perkins Pacific

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4) A MORE SUSTAINABLE OPTION

With the growing demand for environmentally friendly alternatives, many equipment owners are now fielding questions about their own “green” practices and equipment. Remanufactured engines offer a way for companies to increase the sustainability practices for their business.

Purchasing a remanufactured engine keeps an old engine core and many usable components out of a landfill, which can greatly reduce the impact on the environment. According to Machin, approximately 73% of the old engine can be salvaged during the remanufacturing process, saving millions of pounds of waste out of landfills.

New engine production requires all new materials, substantial amounts of energy for the production process and additional transportation costs. By utilizing recycled components, a remanufactured engine typically uses about 80% less energy than new engine production, making it a much greener option. For fleet owners, reman offers the opportunity to expand their sustainability practices while saving money. ET

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P OWE R S O UR C E S By Curt Bennink

The Doosan Portable Power reman air compressor business has filled a need in the industry and continues to grow. Rotary screw compressors require skilled technicians to perform the reman.

Reman Gives Tier 3 Compressors New Life Doosan Portable Power offers customers an alternative to Tier 4 technology.

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ould you prefer the simplicity and lower cost of a “new” Tier 3 air compressor to the current Tier 4 technology? If so, you are not alone and Doosan Portable Power is providing a solution in the form of remanufactured air compressors that look, function and have the same factory-backed and dealer-supported warranty as when they were new.

In order to succeed, any approach must make fiscal sense. “The cost of new machines has increased substantially, causing some customers to seek alternatives to purchasing new equipment,” says Hugh McCluskey, aftermarket technical services manager, Doosan Portable Power. “As we worked to bring new emissions-compliant solutions to market, we noted the value to the customer of a factory reman solution if we could back it with full factory warranty supported across our dealer network. Our reman solutions offer just that with a cost that makes fiscal sense.”

Customers expressed interest in alternative reman solutions for reasons beyond purchase price. Many are concerned about potential serviceability issues and maintenance compared to their experience with legacy tier products. They were concerned that

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their internal technicians simply did not have the tools, training or experience to properly care for Tier 4 technology.

Customers were also worried about operational costs.

Tier 4 Final machines require diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and the aftertreatment systems can require maintenance. “All of this contributes to the total cost of ownership,” says McCluskey.

PRICE DIFFERENCE OPPORTUNITY The cost differential between Tier 3 and Tier 4 machines is really what makes the reman opportunity possible. “We

larger the price tag and the more customers are willing to entertain a strong value proposition to use a reman solution,” says McCluskey. “We started our reman operations with higher horsepower machines up in the 400-hp plus range and have worked our way down to about 100 hp now. As you move down to the 100- to 200-hp range, there is less strength to that value proposition.”

As you get into the smaller machines, it becomes more about the confidence of the customers to support the machines themselves. “A lot of small- to

The case for reman increases with the initial purchase price. The larger the machine, the larger the price tag and the more customers are willing to entertain a strong value proposition to use a reman solution. replace and/or recondition the components to offer the customer a machine that has the reliability and appearance of a new machine at a price that makes sense,” says McCluskey The case for reman increases with the initial purchase price.

“The larger the machine, the

mid-sized companies do their own maintenance and they prefer to stay away from the newer technology,” says McCluskey.

JUST LIKE NEW When the equipment is remanufactured, nothing is overlooked. “We work with our

engine suppliers to do an OEMcertified reman on the engine,” says McCluskey. “We do the OEM-certified reman on the airend.”

The heat exchangers and cooling systems are inspected and all the belts and hoses are replaced. “Most if not all of the wiring is replaced. In most cases, the machine is actually moved down the assembly line like a new machine,” McCluskey points out. “It goes through the exact same test procedures as a new machine and leaves the factory with the same warranty as a new machine.”

Having a good supply of used cores is critical to any reman operation. Proper maintenance will determine which units can be remanufactured. “Assuming you are doing the overhaul as part of a planned maintenance regimen and not because of a catastrophic failure, you can get multiple rebuilds out of one airend,” says McCluskey. Doosan advocates the use of the correct fluids and filters, because it can help you keep this very expensive, precision-machined component going for a very long time.

Doosan Portable Power reman air compressors are sold through and supported by the dealer network. These products have filled a need in the market and the business continues to grow.

“We started this program along with our Tier 4 initiatives a few years ago,” says McCluskey.

“We have been doing it for about four years. I can say it is a meaningful part of our business now.”

Eventually, Tier 4 Final machines will replace existing machines in the marketplace and the opportunity for reman will fade. “I don’t think this is a forever opportunity,” says McCluskey. “As the higher emissions tier product becomes more prevalent in the marketplace and people become more familiar with it, then some of the value proposition for the reman will fade away.” But for the time being, the reman Tier 3 air compressors offer an attractive solution for many customers. ET

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Atlas Copco QAS 45 Generator The heavy-duty QAS 45 is rated for 45 kVA of prime power and features an Isuzu 4LE2X Tier 4 Final engine.

• Leroy Somer AREP alternator with enhanced motor starting capabilities • 72.5-gal. fuel tank for run times as long as 30 hours under typical loads • Standard voltage selector switch allows output to be adjusted to 480/277-, 208/120- and 240/139-volt three-phase and 120/240-volt single-phase settings • Easy to use DeepSea 4510 controls • Includes two 120vac GFCI duplex receptacles, a sound-attenuated enclosure and spillage-free base frame sized for 110% fluid containment

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Doosan G25, G50 and G70 Tier 4 Final Generators The G25, G50 and G70 Tier 4 Final-compliant mobile generators feature Doosan-built engines with a virtually maintenance-free diesel oxidation catalyst aftertreatment system.

• 25-, 51- and 76-kVA prime power ratings • Increased onboard fuel capacity for runtimes in excess of 24 hours at any load factor • G25 has a sound level of 63 dBA and G50 and G70 have 65-dBA sound levels at 23 ft. at 100% load • Include a dual-frequency feature that allows an operator to select 50 or 60 Hz and a multi-voltage selection switch • Incorporate heavy-duty skid bases, a 14-gauge, galvannealed steel enclosure and rugged running gear for easy towing

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Sullivan-Palatek 185PDZ Air Compressor The 2,340-lb. 185PDZ is powered by a 49-hp Deutz D2.9L4 Tier 4 Final diesel engine and rated at 180 cfm at 100 psig.

• Includes a twin screw airend, two-stage air filters and 29-gal. fuel tank • Sullivan-Palatek Electronic Controller (SPEC) provides digital readouts of compressor temperature, engine oil pressure and temperature, voltmeter, tachometer and fuel level, plus serves as a complete engine diagnostic tool • Features full-length tool boxes on each side, two large service doors, galvanized inner fenders and a galvanneal coating and powder-coated sheet metal enclosure • Lunette eye or ball hitch on a heightadjustable drawbar

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American Eagle SHD-60 Hydraulic Drive Air Compressor The updated SHD-60 hydraulic drive truck-mounted air compressor offers improved installation, maintenance and serviceability.

• Hydraulic direct drive system provides 30 cfm at 100 psi • Metal enclosure with flip-up lid simplifies maintenance • Reconfigured front-mount bulkhead connectors improve the installation and maintenance process • Drive system built around a heavy ductile iron balance crankshaft with heavyduty journal bushings and micro-honed connecting rods lubricated by an integral oil pump

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Wacker Neuson Industrial-grade Generators The G625 and G1100 provide sufficient power for larger, industrial applications, while load sharing/ paralleling enables them to be easily scaled up to meet even higher power demands.

• G625 produces 500-kW prime and 550-kW standby power and features an 810-hp Volvo sixcylinder Tier 2 diesel engine, heavy-duty soundattenuated enclosure and skid or trailer mount • G1100 supplies 920-kW prime and 1,015-kW standby power and offers a 1,490-hp Cummins 12-cylinder, Tier 2 diesel engine and heavy-duty, sound-attenuated, 20-ft. ISO container • Include a digital controller with LCD displays and 110% fluid containment with liquid level alarm

Sullair 375 Tier 4 Interim Portable Air Compressors The 375 family of portable air compressors includes six models ranging from 300 to 425 acfm at operating pressures to 200 psig.

• Available with Caterpillar or John Deere four-cylinder, Tier 4 Interim-compliant diesel engines • Meet EPA sound requirements of 76 dBA at 7 meters • Full fluid containment retention frame • Diagnostic electronic control system with text display • Two-stage dry-type intake filters • Available with heavy-duty highway towable running gear

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Access Construction Equipment Gas-powered Generators These portable, gas-powered, three-phase generators offer optional two-wheel and four-wheel kits to make it easy for a single person to transport them to the location and around the jobsite.

• 12,000- or 18,000-watt, 480-volt models weigh 450 lbs. and offer 6.5 hours of runtime under half load and 6 hours at max load • Powder-coated steel frame and recessed control panel • Include low oil shutdown, electric start, battery tray and L16/20 plug and cord • Lighter weight (284 lbs.), 12,000-watt, 120-volt single-phase model also available

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CATERPILLAR ENTERS OUTDOOR POWER MARKET WITH RP GENERATORS Caterpillar RP Series portable generators are designed to provide backup or recreational power to residential users and portable power to professional contractors who need to power tools and lights on the job. The initial models range in size and power from 3.6 to 7.5 kW in North America and 2.5 to 4.4 kW in Europe. This product is available to purchase through a multi-channel distribution approach, including Cat Dealers, local retailers and eventually national retailers and wholesalers, which will serve as Cat Home & Outdoor Power Authorized Sales and Service Centers. The new products will be introduced to distribution networks in the U.S. and Canada over the remainder of 2016 with a move into European networks late in the year.

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Kohler 90REOZT4 and 120REOZT4 Diesel Generators The 90REOZT4 and 120REOZT4 diesel-powered generators are powered by John Deere Tier 4 Final 4.5L engines and equipped with a rugged DOT-certified trailer and durable steel enclosure for easy maintenance.

• 90REOZT4 capable of a 78- to 85-kW standby, 70- to 76-kW prime and 62- to 69-kW continuous rating • 120REOZT4 achieves a 95- to 105-kW standby, 90- to 96-kW prime and 79- to 89-kW continuous rating • Decision-Maker 3500 digital controller • Parallel-capable system with an easy to read 4.3-in. LED backlit color graphic LCD display

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Honda GFCI-enhanced Generators The ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) technology added to three Honda generator models protects users from electrical shock by shutting down the circuit when current is flowing along an unintended path.

• EB6500 Industrial Series produces 6,500 watts, 120/240V of backup power and includes Intelligent Automatic Voltage Regulation (iAVR) Power to produce up to 7,000 watts of power for up to 10 seconds • EM5000 Deluxe Series generates 5,000 watts, 120/240V of backup power and includes the iAVR Power feature and Digital Auto Voltage Regulation (DAVR) • EG4000 Economy Series supplies 4,000 watts, 120/240V of backup power and comes with DAVR technology

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• Variable speed control in the breaker maximizes productivity • Large capacity accumulator reduces shock load for longer life • Carrier-mounted, auto-grease system continuously applies grease to the breaker tool and bushings extending the life of wear parts • Central grease port readily adapts the breaker to most auto-lube systems • Larger N2 gas chamber ensures high impact power

The redesigned Service and Lube Trailer includes a new chassis and front-end design, expanded storage in the front and rear utility boxes and a modular design that allows features and components to be added at any time after purchase.

• Modular tank design holds 440 gal. of fluid in up to eight tanks with combinations of 25, 55 and 110 gal.

• Redesigned front-end allows for an additional 100-gal. DEF storage tank and 2-in-1 closed DEF distribution system • Outfitted with a combination generator/ air compressor or optional 3-in-1 welder/ generator/air compressor • Features 10-gauge steel tanks, interior LED lighting and a pneumatic pumping system with reels up to 75-ft. long

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Leveraging ISOSYN Advanced Technology, the Delo 400 product line offers optimized performance and better engine protection, extending the life of the vehicle and helping to minimize the cost of ownership.

• Available in 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 and 15W-40 and in full synthetic, synthetic blend and premium base oil to meet API CK-4, as well as a synthetic blend meeting API FA-4 • ISOSYN Advanced Technology provides better oxidation control, anti-wear protection and piston control, while extending drain intervals compared to API CJ-4 oils, plus helps to optimize fuel efficiency for FA-4 specific oils

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EZ Oil Stainless Steel Drain Valve for DEF Applications The stainless steel (SS) version of the EZ Oil Drain Valve is designed for diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank applications, and features hose ends on both sides.

• Hose attaches to either end to drain or transport fluid and prevent spills • Drains fluid using the same ball valve design • Can be used as an inline shut-off valve • All SS 304 components designed to withstand the DEF’s corrosive properties • Can be used as a vaporizer drain system on propane-powered equipment such as on forklifts, skid steers, scissor lifts, etc.

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The disposable DEFBooty slips over the DEF cap, keeping the area protected from dust, dirt and contaminants.

• Maintains a clean area underneath to prevent additional contamination from potentially falling in the DEF tank • Easily identifies the DEF tank from the other tanks on off-road equipment • Designed to fit all Tier 4 equipment • Simple and economical to use

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Triton Synthetic MTF and Kendall SHP Synthetic MTF heavy-duty, full synthetic transmission lubricants are suited for commercial manual transmissions operating in extreme temperatures and with extended service intervals.

• Provide greater shear stability and antiwear properties to protect synchronizers and reduce component wear • Suitable for use in newer, higher torque manual transmissions coupled with increased horsepower engines • Combine low-temperature properties with greater oxidation resistance and thermal stability at high temperatures • Improved lubricating properties and lower viscosity profile provide fuel economy savings of 1.5%

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AMSOIL Deluxe Grease Gun Kit The Deluxe Grease Gun Kit comes with a 3,500-psi grease gun that offers flexible hose and rigid pipe grease distribution options.

• Pistol-grip design and rigid pipe allow onehanded grease application, while the flexible hose eases access to hard to reach locations • Two head ports allow for increased flexibility and comfort • Plastic tip cover protects against contamination from debris • Easy-to-use plunger simplifies loading • Kit includes one grease cartridge, flexible hose and rigid pipe and grease coupler with protective cap

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Case 4-in-1 Systemgard The 4-in-1 Systemgard kits provide advanced diagnostic, preventative maintenance testing designed to evaluate fluid condition, component wear and contamination.

• Four fluid tests include engine oil analysis, coolant analysis, transmission/hydraulic oil analysis and diesel fuel analysis • Fluid analysis by ISO 17025 A2LAaccredited labs identifies dirt, wear particles, fuel dilution and coolant contaminants plus provides sampling histories • Test reports provide severity codes and troubleshooting recommendations, while severe findings are communicated immediately via e-mail or fax

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Fumoto DEF Valve These DEF ball valves are made of stainless steel to prevent corrosion and contamination which can occur when using other metals.

• Utilize same proven design as the engine oil drain valve • Offer convenience and a mess-free experience • Red-colored indicator becomes exposed to warn when the DEF and valve are frozen, preventing damage to the valve or tank

Shell ROTELLA T4 Triple Protection 15W-40 Shell ROTELLA T4 Triple Protection 15W-40 heavy-duty engine oil has been developed to meet the new API CK-4 service category for diesel engine oil.

• Delivers an average 50% more wear protection than required • Defends against deposits and helps keep engines cleaner over the entire oil drain interval • Helps control vehicle emissions by reducing the rate of lubricant-related DPF blockage

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An UNEXPECTED FINANCING SOURCE for Equipment Whether purchasing new or used, make sure you’re in a position to use tax benefits to your advantage.

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Garry Bartecki is the managing member of GB Financial Services LLP and a consultant to the Associated Equipment Distributors. He can be reached at (708) 347-9109 or gbartecki@comcast.net.

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t appears that more contractors are looking to buy used equipment and individuals, it is easy to see how many business owners can find this year compared to the last five years or so. And more are also themselves in a 35% to 40% marginal rate situation. asking for late-model equipment with low hours. I wonder why?

We currently have two specific tax benefits available regarding Could it be that business has recovered to the point where equipfixed asset purchases: Sec 179 deduction and bonus depreciation. The ment utilization is so high that it pays to own the units? Or that rental Sec 179 deduction can be used for both new and used equipment units no longer fit their needs, are not available or are unreliable? Could purchases. Bonus depreciation is used for new equipment only. it be that “deals” offered up by dealers are just too good to pass up?

The Sec 179 deduction for 2016 is limited to $500,000 as long as Whatever the reasons, I want to remind all of you that if you plan your total equipment purchases do not exceed $2 million. After hitting to buy either new or used equipment, please keep your tax position the $2 million threshold, you lose $1 of your deduction for every $1 in mind because Uncle Sam can provide financing in the form of tax of equipment purchased. In other words, if you have $2.5 million in savings that translate into improved cash flow. equipment purchases, the Sec 179 deduction is not available for 2016.

What do you need to know to make intelligent decisions?

Bonus depreciation is 50% of the cost of new equipment purchased in 2016. It does not apply to ˜˜ You need to know your Schedule 1: SEC 179 DEDUCTION AVAILABLE current tax position going used equipment purchases. into the year-end.

Now you see why it is important 7 yrs old 5 yrs old 2 yrs old New to have a handle on your tax situa˜˜ You need an understanding 40% of cost 50% of cost 80% of cost of your current year results tion, especially if you wish to purchase Cost $40,000 $50,000 $80,000 $100,000 for tax purposes. a late-model unit as opposed to a new unit. Make an error in your tax -40,000 -50,000 -80,000 -100,000 ˜˜ You need to analyze poten- Sec 179 deduction tial equipment purchases assumptions and you may wind up After-tax cost $26,000 $32,000 $52,000 $65,000 keeping tax benefits (if without any special benefit as a result any) in mind. of the purchase. You will still get a Schedule 2: SEC 179 DEDUCTION NOT AVAILABLE; BONUS AVAILABLE FOR NEW All of this came up when a depreciation deduction, but one over 7 yrs old 5 yrs old 2 yrs old New customer wanted a late-modfive years as opposed to an immediate el used unit with low hours. benefit tied to the purchase.

40% of cost 50% of cost 80% of cost After comparing the selling Cost $40,000 $50,000 $80,000 $100,000 price of the unit in question EXAMPLES OF HOW TAX BENEFITS APPLY Sec 179 deduction 0 0 0 0 to a new unit, there was not Schedule 1 compares various used a big difference. When bonus equipment purchases against a new Bonus depreciation 0 0 0 -50,000 depreciation is brought into unit purchase, taking into account a MACRS depreciation -4,000 -10,000 -16,000 -10,000 this particular choice, the 35% marginal tax bracket. I used three After-tax cost $38,000 $47,500 $76,000 $85,000 new unit with the tax benexamples of used purchases ranging efits “cost” a little bit more from 40% of original cost (more than than the used unit. Take into seven years old) to newer units, with Schedule 3: EXAMPLE USING BOTH SEC 179 AND BONUS DEPRECIATION account the warranty on the one at 80% of original cost (about Total equipment purchases $800,000 new unit, and I would have two years old). The Sec 179 deduction Sec 179 deduction -500,000 to say it is a wash when comcan be applied to every category list50% bonus on balance of purchases -150,000 paring new vs. used. However, ed, including the new unit. Note the it is not the cost but what it spread between that two-year-old unit Normal depreciation on balance -30,000 costs you that is important! and the new unit — about $13,000.

Total first year deduction $680,000 My point here is that you Schedule 2 reflects when Sec 179 is Cash savings at 35% tax rate $238,000 have a choice if your business is not available. The after-tax cost for the Net equipment cost after tax $562,000 doing well and you find yourself used units increases dramatically. Even in a “taxable income” situation. the new unit has a higher after-tax You can pay tax to Uncle Sam or use a portion of that tax to fund your cost, but the spread between the two-year-old unit and the new unit is equipment purchase. In short, you wind up with more money in your only $9,000. Take into account the new unit warranty and the probbank account generated by either a purchase of a new or used unit. ability to finance the new unit on better terms and you really have a Sounds too easy, doesn’t it? But it isn’t. You just have to do your wash between the two-year-old unit at 80% of cost and a new unit. homework and keep abreast of your tax situation and cash flow.

Schedule 3 demonstrates how a company purchasing $800,000 of Make sure the equipment purchase is right for you at this time. equipment could use both Sec 179 and bonus depreciation to save a conDo you have the cash flow to fund the purchase, which is most likesiderable about of tax dollars if they find themselves in the 35% bracket. ly a 60-month commitment? Keep in mind that taxable income and To sum up, make sure you have the cash flow to fund an equipment cash flow mean two different things. purchase irrespective of potential tax benefits available. If you’re counting on getting Sec 179 or bonus depreciation benefits for 2016, make KNOW YOUR TAX POSITION BEFORE YOU BUY sure you are in a high enough bracket to maximize your benefits.

Making use of tax benefits is an art because the benefit can be Don’t let the tax tail wag the dog. Make sound financial deci“nice” or it can be “great.” Said another way, the higher your tax sions. ET bracket, the more benefit available.

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