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10 Tips for Maximizing Articulated Dump Trucks

Construction Business Owner

Like the sage investment advice, “Buy low, sell high,” articulated dump trucks (ADTs) have a greater return on investment when a low total cost of ownership is paired with high use.

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Articulated Dump Trucks Get More Operator Friendly

Construction Equipment

Articulated dump trucks (ADTs) are enjoying a nice comeback thanks to the increased infrastructure and building work that leads to more work for the excavators and wheel loaders that load them. Meanwhile, manufacturers are continuing to enhance their haulers with features to make operation easier…

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Origins of the Modern Articulated Dump Truck

Construction Equipment

Articulated dump trucks are relative newcomers to the heavy construction industry, only gaining market acceptance in the 1970s—but its roots date back to the 1940s. Below are four forebears of the modern ADT.

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7 Tips to Get the Most Out of CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023

Construction Business Owner

Not only can you see the latest heavy equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and dozers, but there are plenty of networking and educational opportunities available.

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Reducing Emissions the Easy Way

Construction Business Owner

Ford’s new F-150 is all electric; Volvo is testing the world’s first hydrogen-fuel cell articulated dump truck; and Bobcat unveiled its latest electric compact excavator in May. But what if your fleet doesn’t need expanding? Is reducing carbon emissions even worth worrying about?

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Cat 725 Articulated Dump Truck (ADT)

Construction Equipment

The new Cat 725 ADT has a 26.5-ton ton payload and is designed, says Caterpillar, for application in heavy and general construction, mining, quarry/aggregates, landfill, waste, and industrial operations. The new 725 offers improved lighting for night work, including optional high-intensity LED working…

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5 Tips for Protecting Your Equipment from Seasonal Damage

Construction Business Owner

As your construction season winds down and colder weather blows in, now is a good time to think about what needs to be done to your heavy construction equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders and articulated dump trucks, before winter arrives—especially if you are located in the northern region of the United States or in Canada, and your equipment (..)

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