Spec Sheet: Caterpillar 972M Wheel Loader

A look at key benefits of Caterpillar's new 972M Tier 4 Final wheel loader.

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April 9, 2014

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5 Preconstruction Tips To Improve Mat Quality

Wis-Coat Asphalt Maintenance

Mat quality starts long before the paver rolls.

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Volvo CE Adds New SD70 Soil Compactor to Lineup

Volvo Construction Equipment

The latest addition to the Volvo Construction Equipment soil compaction range.

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Bobcat Company Unveils T86-2 Compact Track Loader as Part of Its Loader Evolution Lineup

Solving Today’s Jobsite Challenges

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Big Tech Roundtable 3.0: Automation Nation

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SAKAI To Produce All Domestic Market Soil Compactors In U.S.

Sakai America, Inc.

The decision to shift production of SAKAI's SV204 soil compactor from Japan to Georgia is a big deal.

Sakai Sv204 First Us Production Unit In Front Of Ga Assembly Line

CM Labs Adds Single Drum Roller Simulation Curriculum

CM Labs Simulations, Inc.

The industry’s first single drum roller simulation training product integrates with CM Labs’ Intellia workforce training system platform and is designed to equip new operators with essential skills.

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World Of Asphalt Preview Guide 2025

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Just because the show is over until next year, doesn't mean the education ends. Stand out as a leader in the industry, sharpen your skills, and take advantage of team discounts to empower your entire crew.

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Compaction Is Key To Long-Lasting Driveway Pavements

Dynapac North America LLC

How can you be sure that the driveway you built will stand the test of time? Whatever the quality of the base material is, will reflect in the mat.

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Automated Grade Control’s Steady Plow Toward Full Autonomy

The same construction equipment manufacturers who brought you automated grade control precision and efficiency anticipate full autonomy as the next leap forward.

Remote control is also used when performing grading operations under Stage 3 conditions. In this instance, the operator is not on board the vehicle but operating it from a separate location using a joystick or belly box.

History Lesson: Motor Grader Attachments

Historical Construction Equipment Association

Elevating graders adapted to motor graders in the 1950s, excelling in excavation tasks and material handling with belt improvements.

One advantage of a motor grader/EGA outfit was that it required only one operator. But in some loading situations, a spotter rode out on the parent’s frame to direct hauler traffic, somewhat negating the labor savings. Courtesy: Ulrich Manufacturing Company Form 1231, n. d., HCEA Archives

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