Underground Construction

Drum extension kits allow the Ammann ARR 1575-2 to compact widths up to 33.9 inches.
Underground Construction

Ammann ARR 1575-2 Trench Roller

Jan. 14, 2025
Can compact up to 33.9 inches wide.

Downhole horsepower on the Ditch Witch JT21 has been increased through improved hydraulic efficiencies and a direct-drive rotation motor.
Underground Construction

Ditch Witch JT21 Directional Drill

Jan. 8, 2025
New model has 40% more downhole power.
Vermeer PD25R pile driver
Underground Construction

Vermeer PD25R Pile Driver

Oct. 28, 2024
Unit can drive piles to 25 feet and leave up to 10 inches above ground.
The 24.4-inch narrow tank enables the MX150 to fit on a trailer alongside mid-size directional drills.
Underground Construction

Vermeer MX150 Mixing System

Oct. 2, 2024
Can be paired with 300- or 500-gallon tanks.
Vermeer RTX1250 tractor
Underground Construction

Vermeer RTX1250 Tractor Updates

June 28, 2024
Versatile unit features multiple updates, tech.
BOMAG
BOMAG Multi-Purpose Compactor
Underground Construction

BOMAG BMP 8500 Multi-Purpose Compactor

Feb. 21, 2024
The compactor features a remote control that can be used on any BMP 8500.
Vermeer Corp.
Vermeer VXT600 vacuum excavator.
Underground Construction

Vermeer redesigns VXT600 vacuum excavator

Oct. 10, 2023
Vermeer vacuum excavator can haul up to 12 cubic yards of spoil.
Epiroc Dth Bit
Piercing Tools

Epiroc DTH Drill Bits

Jan. 27, 2023
NEW: Epiroc DTH drill bits have an all-new face design...
Vemeer-D550
Underground Construction

Vermeer D550 Directional Drill

April 14, 2022
Model D550 Vermeer horizontal directional drill has an thrust/pullback of of 550,000 pounds and torque of 100,000 lb.-ft.The Vermeer D550 controls have three different auto drilling...
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Safety & Security

OSHA Cites Texas Contractor with Trenching Violations

Aug. 7, 2024
CMD Endeavors has been cited for trench safety issues six times since 2015.
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trencher
Underground Construction

How to Set up a Trencher for Production

Aug. 1, 2024
This article has been updated. It's easy to take the versatility and transportability of most chain trenchers for granted, but a little advance planning is necessary to make sure...
MOBILAIR M59PE: Lightweight, powerful, and environmentally friendly | Kaeser Compressors
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The one compressor that can do it all

June 1, 2024
For construction, demolition, sandblasting and more, the KAESER M59 portable compressor is lightweight, powerful, and reliable.
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Earthmoving

Worker Rescued from 20 Foot Hole in Georgia

April 4, 2024
Video shows vacuum excavator aiding in rescue.
Vermeer
Vacuum excavation.
Vacuum Excavation

How to Calculate the Cost of Vacuum Excavation

March 6, 2024
Editors' note: This article has been updated since it was originally published in 2019. Content was provided by Vermeer.Vacuum excavation, also known as potholing, is a method...