Tag: loaders

TAC Insight, Loadrite partner on loader scales

April 17, 2024 By Kevin Yanik

The Fast-Weigh bulk material accounting software from TAC Insight is now integrated with Loadrite scales.

Komatsu's WA475-10 yard loader works in tandem with the Stamler RF-5Q reclaim feeder at the company's Arizona Proving Grounds in Sahuarita, Arizona, during Komatsu's Quarry Days. Photo: P&Q Staff

Komatsu’s Quarry Days makes its return

November 22, 2023 By Jack Kopanski

The construction equipment manufacturer hosted the event for the first time since 2019, after it had been put on hold due to COVID-19.

GC wheel loader is optimized as a 50-ton truck match loader. Photo: Cat

Cat debuts wheel loader to match 50-ton trucks

September 12, 2023 By Jack Kopanski

Cat says its 988 GC wheel loader delivers reliable and efficient operation, allowing customers to move more material at a lower cost per hour.

Pronto’s autonomous hauling system allows mine operators to store saved routes and share them with trucks throughout their fleet. Photo: Pronto

How mining operations are adopting autonomy

August 18, 2023 By Jack Kopanski

The benefits of autonomous hauling are becoming evident as mining operations utilize the technology more.

Engine oil and coolants should be closely monitored to prevent unnecessary downtime. Photo: Develon

Seven maintenance tips to minimize loader downtime

June 19, 2023 By Allison Grettenberg

Learn how a thoughtful preventive maintenance plan can help your operation cope with tough operating conditions.

Develon offered equipment demonstrations at its Festival Grounds booth. Photo: P&Q Staff

The very latest in excavators, loaders

June 14, 2023 By Jack Kopanski and Kevin Yanik

Many well-known industry companies displayed their latest wares at ConExpo-Con/Agg, focusing on technology, sustainability and safety.

Loadrite displays full line of products at ConExpo

March 29, 2023 By Marie Emerick

Loadrite’s Tom Schwallie, Karl Lemke and Tony Gianni provide an in-depth look at the company’s full line of loader scale products, including Insight HQ. Insight HQ gives near-live-time information on the performance and production of aggregate systems.

Doosan lands dealer partner in Alaska

October 18, 2022 By Kevin Yanik

Doosan Infracore North America expanded its footprint in southwest Alaska with two new dealer locations in Juneau and Ketchikan.

Photo: Cat loader at Staker Parsons. Photo: P&Q Staff

Caterpillar shifting headquarters from Illinois to Texas

June 15, 2022 By Kevin Yanik

Cat will begin to transition its headquarters to Irving, Texas, this year, in a move executive Jim Umpleby describes as “in the best strategic interest of the company.”