A Bucyrus 14-B shovel perched on timbers digs a trench from the front with long-stick shovel.Photo: Bucyrus International A Bucyrus 30C steam shovel is shown with sewer shovel attachement.Photo: ...

Proper operation of an excavator while trenching, sloping or benching can have a big impact on productivity. Planning ahead will optimize performance, minimize the risk of accidents and maximize ...

The Deere 85G excavator has an operating weight of 19,564 lb, with a maximum digging depth of 14 ft, 10 in. It is powered by a 57-hp engine that meets Tier 4 Final emissions standards. The excavator ...

It's too easy to settle for the usual way of digging trench when soil conditions or limited right of way challenge the textbook prescription for setting up a job. It's a mistake to throw out the ...

A prototype of an autonomous construction vehicle weighing 12 tonnes has demonstrated that it can operate on very difficult terrain without a human operator. A Swiss-German team has become the first ...