Machinery Trader Vacuum Excavators Blog Archive

    Vermeer Takes The Wraps Off Its Next-Generation VX75 Trailer Vacuum Excavator
    Posted On: October 18, 2023
    Vermeer’s 74.3-horsepower, next-generation VX75 trailer vacuum excavator brings popular features to potholing, horizontal drilling fluid management, microtrenching dust containment, air and sewer jetting, and other utility work. ...
    Vermeer Re-Engineers Its VXT600 Vacuum Excavator With More Debris Capacity, Lighter Weight
    Posted On: October 18, 2023
    Vermeer redesigned its VXT600 truck-mounted vacuum excavator for a lighter weight of 40,000 pounds and a greater load capacity of 12 cubic yards; the manufacturer also incorporated popular features of its VXT300. ...
    Vermeer QuickDig Wand Nozzle Speeds Up Vacuum Excavator Jobs, Extends Working Time
    Posted On: January 20, 2023
    The manufacturer says QuickDig can work up to 35% more efficiently than a traditional rotary nozzle for potholing, daylighting, slot trenching, piling holes, and other digging jobs. ...
    Vermeer Teams Up With Vacuum X-Traction Products For VXT500 Vacuum Excavators
    Posted On: February 21, 2020
    The newest member of Vermeer’s vacuum excavator lineup is the first product of the company’s partnership with Vacuum X-Traction Products Inc. of Fort Morgan, Colorado. ...
    Ditch Witch Launches Inexpensive HX30G Vacuum Excavator
    Posted On: December 13, 2019
    The HX30G is suitable for small- to medium-sized excavation tasks and non-hazardous cleanup jobs, and has a low-profile, narrow-framed design but retains good ground clearance. ...
    Vermeer Introduces XR2 Vacuum Excavator With Onboard Shaker Deck For Separating Liquids & Solids
    Posted On: October 7, 2019
    Vermeer’s new XR2 vacuum excavator is, according to Vermeer, the industry’s first model with a shaker deck for separating liquids and solids in order to improve efficiency and reduce expenses. ...
    Ditch Witch Offers Certified Training Program For Vacuum Excavator Operators
    Posted On: June 28, 2018
    Ditch Witch recently introduced a certified training program designed to educate vacuum excavator operators about safety and performance best practices. ...
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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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