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ST400C Sonic Tracer 
The ST400C weatherproof Sonic Tracer is an ultrasonic sensor with an integrated grade display unit. The ST400C is used to reference string line, curb and gutter, or previous pass as a grade control reference. The ST400C is environmentally sealed and designed for use in harsh environments, exceeding industry standards for vibration, temperature, and electrical protection. Used as part of an automatic grade control system, the ST400C features selectable on-grade accuracy to allow configuration ...
Caterpillar® 928Hz Ready Mix Wheel Loader Equipped for High Production in Concrete and Asphalt Plants
The Caterpillar® 928Hz Ready Mix wheel loader is specially equipped for high production and reliable, comfortable operation in ready mix concrete plants, asphalt batch plants and concrete products plants. The ready mix configuration features the highly maneuverable 928Hz loader equipped with a 3.5-cubic-yard (2.7-cubic-meter) sand and gravel bucket balanced by a ready mix counterweight package. The larger than standard bucket, good balance and short wheelbase of the small wheel loader ...
New Caterpillar® TH255 Super Compact Telehandler Delivers Big Performance in Small and Maneuverable Package
The TH255 super compact telehandler is a wholly new model in the Caterpillar® line and offers compact dimensions and exceptional maneuverability for efficient work in tight areas. Despite its size, the TH255 has a rated load capacity of 5,500 pounds (2500 kilograms), lift height of 18 feet 4 inches (5.6 meters) and capacity at maximum reach of 1,850 pounds (839 kilograms). Equipped with a universal skid steer coupler, the TH255 can handle a variety of work tools including forks, hooks, ...
Caterpillar® Diesel Particulate Filter System For Off-Highway Machines Earns California Approval
The Caterpillar® Diesel Particulate Filter System for off-highway machines has earned Level 3 Plus verification from the California Environmental Protection Agency Air Resources Board. The verification formally recognizes the Caterpillar passive filter system as effective and reliable in achieving at least an 85 percent reduction in particulate matter exhaust emissions. The system also meets the California 2009 regulation governing nitrogen dioxide emissions.
New 938H Wheel Loader and IT38H Integrated Toolcarrier Deliver High Performance with New Engine, Differential Lock and Advanced Hydraulics Technology
The new Caterpillar® 938H wheel loader and IT38H with integrated toolcarrier linkage feature the Cat® C6.6 engine with ACERT® Technology for responsive power and low emissions. The new engine, differential lock system, load sensing hydraulics and increased lift and tilt forces deliver high performance in digging and material handling applications while limiting engine emissions to meet US EPA Tier 3 off-highway emissions regulations and worldwide emissions standards.
Caterpillar® Equipment Tracking and Management Systems To Be Standard on U.S., Canadian Machines in 2008
Caterpillar will equip most of its new core, mining and industrial machines with EquipmentManager and Product Link—the remote asset management solution developed by Caterpillar. The remote tracking and management system will be a standard feature in the United States and Canadian markets.
Caterpillar Introduces Enhanced B2 Series Of Skid Steer Loaders, Multi Terrain Loaders
The new Caterpillar® B2 Series of Skid Steer Loaders and Multi Terrain Loaders feature an improved operator station, an advanced hydraulic system and a wide range of standard features and options designed to meet a variety of production and comfort requirements in the compact machines.
Three New Caterpillar® H-Series Small Wheel Loaders Deliver Expanded Versatility and Responsive Power
Three new Caterpillar H-Series small wheel loaders—the 924H, 928Hz and 930H—feature the Cat® C6.6 engine with ACERT® Technology for responsive power and low emissions. The 924H and 930H also feature VersaLink™ loader linkage, which combines Integrated Toolcarrier versatility and parallel lift with superior speed and force. For expanded versatility, the two loaders now have standard third function hydraulics for operating hydromechanical tools.
Caterpillar Customizes 988H Wheel Loader for Stone Block Handling, Log Handling and Steel Mill Work
Caterpillar offers customized versions of the 988H wheel loader for efficient and reliable production in special applications—handling large blocks of stone in quarries, handling logs in millyards, and handling slag in steel mills.
Caterpillar Customizes Wheel Dozers for Ripping Strata and Handling Wood Chips and Coal
To expand the versatility and enhance the productivity of its wheel dozers, Caterpillar offers customizing with ripper attachments and with scoops that have lift and tilt functions.