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EXPO Twenty Antique Tractor 
A Caterpillar Expo Twenty Tractor, built in 1927 and to be displayed at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, has the distinction of being the first machine wholly designed and built by what was once called Caterpillar Tractor Co. Prior to producing the Expo Twenty, Caterpillar had been manufacturing track-type tractors using the assets and designs of its two predecessor companies, the C.L. Best Tractor Co. and the Holt Manufacturing Company. But when this unit rolled off the assembly line, it received an ...
Cat® Product Link Updates
The Cat Product Link package has been completely updated, using robust hardware and making the most of improved communication system coverage to provide more data and to report it in useable form. With the right information displayed in ways that are simple to assess, Cat Product Link enables equipment managers to make decisions that contribute to substantial reductions in owning and operating costs.
New Cat® Pipe and Pole Forks
New Pipe & Pole Forks from Caterpillar feature a wide carriage, fixed tines and a full-width, double-acting clamp to keep pipe or poles secure during transport and while loading and unloading. The wheel loader operator can position the clamp hydraulically to hold large or small diameter pipe or poles against the fort tines, or the operator can move the clamp up and out of the way for handling other materials with the tines alone.
Mobile-Friendly Features at "catrentalstore.com"
Doing business with The Cat Rental StoreTM is now easier than ever for customers with Internet-enabled phones. When mobile users connect with http://catrentalstore.com, the site automatically serves the mobile version, allowing users quick access to an entire menu of services, all without bookmarking multiple URLs or downloading device-specific applications.
Product Link Benefits Overview - Powerpoint Presentation
The new Product Link has been completely revised, revamped and updated.
Now, faster and more easily than ever, Product Link gets you accurate,
timely and useful information about the location, utilization and condition of
your equipment—the kind of information that can make a huge difference in
the efficiency and costs of your entire operation. It really does pay to know.
New Cat Rental Store™ website at "CatRentalStore.com"
Doing business with The Cat Rental StoreTM is now easier than ever for customers with Internet-enabled phones. When mobile users connect with http://catrentalstore.com, the site automatically serves the mobile version, allowing users quick access to an entire menu of services, all without bookmarking multiple URLs or downloading device-specific applications.
Design Refinements for Three M300D Wheeled Excavators Enhance Operator Convenience, Application Flexibility and Serviceability
The six-cylinder Cat® M300D Series Wheeled Excavator models—M316D, M318D and M322D—have earned customer approval for their strong, reliable performance, versatility, fuel efficiency and low operating costs.
Cat® Multi-Processor Updates
Caterpillar has updated its four-model multi-processor line--MP15, MP20, MP30 and MP40---to make the work tools easier to service and to cut metals more easily with use of the new Shear jaw. A Cat Multi-Processor, when teamed with the appropriate hydraulic excavator, is designed to handle practically any demolition and reduction job simply by using a single housing with six interchangeable jaws: Concrete Cutter, Crusher, Primary Pulverizer, Secondary Pulverizer, Shear and Tank Shear.
New Small Wheel Loader Options
Cat small wheel loaders are now available with a number of new guarding options, a new cab air filtration system, a rear lighting package, and new remote breathers for drive train components. Also, new Performance Series Buckets for small wheel loaders mate with Cat Fusion Couplers and deliver productivity improvements of more than 5 percent due to the optimized shape of the buckets.
Caterpillar Safety Services Expands Consulting Capabilities
On February 7, Caterpillar Inc. acquired CoreMedia, a safety management consulting company specializing in helping businesses attain zero incident safety performance. CoreMedia is now part of Caterpillar Safety Services; offering a comprehensive list of safety services for customers of various industries. According to Tim Crane, former owner of CoreMedia and current Caterpillar Safety Services Manager, the safety culture solutions offered involve leadership, assessment, training, coaching ...