Machinery Trader Concrete Equipment Blog Archive

Liebherr Unveils 36 XXT Truck-Mounted Concrete Pump With Quiet, Efficient New Powerbloc Drive Unit

Posted On: September 22, 2021

The robust, quiet Powerbloc pump drive unit boasts fully integrated hydraulic switches and measuring components, getting rid of several hoses and other elements used in traditional designs. ...

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Wirtgen To Debut New WPS 62i Placer/Spreader, Demonstrate AutoPilot 2.0 3D Control System At World Of Concrete

Posted On: January 21, 2020

The German John Deere subsidiary will combine the new placer/spreader with an SP 124i inset slipform paver and a TCM 180i texture/curing machine to simulate an inset concrete paving train. ...

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Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-Twin Engine Powers Multiquip LD6 Ride-On Trowel

Posted On: January 21, 2020

Multiquip Product Manager Kelly Panzeri says the manufacturer has “had great results with Vanguard power solutions”; the company plans to offer an LGP conversion kit with a catalytic converter this spring. ...

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Caterpillar Upgrades PM600 & PM800 Series Half-Lane Cold Planers

Posted On: October 4, 2019

Caterpillar has announced a variety of enhancements for its PM620, PM622, PM820, PM822, and PM825 half-lane cold planers. ...

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NPK’s New Dust-Suppression, Water-Supply-Ready System For Hydraulic Hammers Meets OSHA Regulations

Posted On: November 6, 2018

NPK Construction Equipment is now offering a dust-suppression, water-ready system as an add-on for select models within its PH hydraulic hammer series. ...

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What's New At Sandhills Global

Posted 6/4/2026

Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...

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Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool

Posted 6/4/2026

Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...

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Find Parts & Components Easier Than Ever On MachineryTrader.com

Posted 5/18/2026

MachineryTrader.com’s new, dedicated Parts For Sale page makes finding the components and parts you need faster and easier than ever before. ...

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Liebherr Debuts Generation 8 Material Handlers At IFAT 2026

Posted 5/14/2026

Liebherr recently debuted its Generation 8 material handler prototypes, the LH 18 M Industry and electric LH 22 M Industry E, with the new emCAB cabin and Mobility Kit battery options supporting magnets and recharging during use. ...

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US Construction Equipment Inventory Levels & Values Recede

Posted 5/14/2026

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used construction equipment on Sandhills platforms. ...

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Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor

Posted 5/14/2026

Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...

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Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline

Posted 5/7/2026

According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...

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New Vermeer TR6500TX Trommel Screen With Tracks For Enhanced Jobsite Mobility & Efficiency

Posted 5/1/2026

The TR6500TX features a tracked undercarriage, a large hopper, a digital drum angle readout and a full-function remote control to help optimize jobsite productivity and efficiency. ...

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What's New At Sandhills Global

Posted 4/30/2026

Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...

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2026 Q1 Dealer Survey: Prices Rise While Margins Slip In Construction Equipment Market

Posted 4/20/2026

Sandhills Global and Bloomberg Intelligence have partnered to deliver new quarterly reports and quick overview videos on the construction equipment market. ...

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