Vermeer
Vermeer introduced the Verifier G1 utility locator, a reliable and straightforward solution designed for utility contractors, utility owners and municipalities. With simplicity and precision at its core, this locator eliminates complex menus and settings, enabling crews to locate utilities quickly and confidently. Its compact, waterproof design and rugged construction make it ideal for diverse field conditions.
“The utility construction industry had been asking for a simple solution that didn’t sacrifice accuracy,” said Aaron James, territory sales manager for Vermeer MV Solutions. “With the Verifier G1 locator, crews could start locating immediately without navigating complex menus.”
The Verifier G1 locator delivers highly accurate depth measurements, precise to ±2.5 percent at 6.5 feet (2 m), with clear digital and graphical readouts on its LCD display. Its exclusive waterproof coil clamp does not need to encircle utilities to induce a signal, offering enhanced versatility and ease of use. The device’s design enables dependable operation on demanding jobsites.
Battery life is a standout feature, with up to 30 hours of continuous use for the receiver and 50 hours for the transmitter in direct connection mode. Rated IP54 for protection against water and dust, the Verifier G1 locator consistently performs in challenging environments. Its lightweight, compact design makes it a practical tool for everyday utility verification tasks.
Utility verification plays a crucial role in helping prevent excavation errors and disruptions. The Verifier G1 locator provides reliable data to confirm marked utility locations, helping crews stay on schedule and avoid unnecessary delays or rework.
“The Verifier G1 locator helps crews locate utilities efficiently, helping reduce the risk of service disruptions and excavation damage,” James added. “It helps protect vital infrastructure while keeping projects on track.”
Backed by a 3-year warranty that includes water damage coverage, the Verifier G1 locator offers long-term reliability and peace of mind. Its straightforward design and intuitive operation make it an economical and effective solution for basic locating needs.
The company also launched VermeerOne, a digital platform that streamlines the management, monitoring and maintenance of Vermeer equipment. The platform serves as a central hub where equipment owners can access manuals, warranty information, machine data and dealer support in one convenient interface, giving them more time for the big things that drive their business forward.
“Equipment owners need instant access to machine information and support to operate efficiently,” said Jason Andringa, president and CEO of Vermeer Corporation. “VermeerOne simplifies managing equipment so our customers can focus on what matters most, getting important work done.”
VermeerOne consolidates MyVermeer and the existing Vermeer Telematics portal into a single platform, delivering enhanced functionality for both connected and non-connected machines. The system offers specialized benefits tailored to each equipment type and configuration.
For all Vermeer equipment, VermeerOne delivers easy access to essential documentation and resources:
Operator, maintenance and parts manuals
Equipment registration and build specifications
Warranty policy details
Fleet management
Standard planned maintenance intervals
Dealer contact information
Team access management tools
For those enrolled in the Vermeer Confidence Plus asset protection program, the platform adds enhanced visibility to program-specific maintenance services, purchase history and remaining resources that are part of their protection plan.
"VermeerOne gives equipment owners the information they need, when and where they need it," said Brianne Schulte, Vermeer vice president of strategy, risk, information technology and financial planning. "By connecting customers to their machines and their dealers, we're enabling them to make informed decisions that can help boost productivity. The platform also creates the ability for customers in new territories to have a local Vermeer dealer seamlessly support their equipment through the VermeerOne system, maintaining continuity of service wherever they operate."
Connected machines, those equipped with telematics control units and data sharing, gain additional capabilities through Vermeer Fleet, which is fully integrated into VermeerOne. The platform provides Base Fleet features at no additional cost, including:
Real-time machine location tracking
Machine hours monitoring
Operational status updates
Fault code reporting
Geofencing capabilities
"The Fleet features in VermeerOne transform how our customers manage their equipment," added Schulte. "By providing essential data directly to owners, we're helping them optimize utilization, respond quickly to issues and plan more effectively."
For equipment owners with advanced fleet management requirements, the VermeerOne Premium Fleet subscription delivers comprehensive analytics and insights for fleet-wide operations and individual machines. This subscription includes all Base Fleet features plus these enhanced capabilities:
Machine location history
Machine geofencing capabilities
Machine fuel usage monitoring
Product line performance data
Fleet-level utilization metrics
Start and stop average times tracking
Historical and full fault code history
Asset tracking capabilities
Notifications when a machine has moved more than a certain amount of feet or miles within a range of hours
These enhanced capabilities allow owners to optimize machine and fleet performance through data-driven decisions. Premium Fleet subscribers receive a consolidated dashboard with detailed performance reports, machine analysis, insights and API integration to incorporate equipment data into other business management platforms. The availability of specific data points varies by machine type and location since different equipment serves different purposes and functions.
The platform is compatible with all registered Vermeer equipment, including machines purchased through auctions or non-Vermeer dealers. This allows all Vermeer owners to benefit from streamlined access to essential information and support resources.
VermeerOne is designed to accommodate operations of all sizes, from owners of a single unit to those managing large fleets of more than 100 machines. The intuitive interface works across devices, allowing users to manage their equipment from the office or in the field. The platform also features an embedded help center, providing immediate access to a comprehensive library of support articles and automated assistance for users.
To learn more about Vermeer, products, the dealer network and financing options, visit vermeer.com.
Arcosa Shoring Products
Arcosa Shoring Products unveiled its patent-pending Convert-A-Shore system that makes changing a hydraulic vertical shore from a multi-cylinder shore to a single shore (and vice versa) quick and easy.
“The current process of converting a shore from a double to a single cylinder shore requires specific tools, experience, and the potential to damage threads,” explained Joe Zylman, president of Arcosa Shoring Products. “With the Convert-A-Shore system, anyone with a basic knowledge of hydraulic shores can quickly change the number of cylinders on a shore in a fraction of the time of traditional methods.”
Convert-A-Shore is comprised of a set of exclusively designed hydraulic shore cylinder pads with quick-coupler valves on both sides of the cylinder pad, plus a more cut-resistant 37- or 59-inch color-coded connecting hose with locking quick-coupler fittings on both ends of the hose.
The simple process for changing out cylinders using Convert-A-Shore can be accomplished without tools even in less-than-ideal field conditions. The steps are intuitive enough that little or no training is required. Because the assembly of Convert-A-Shore equipped hydraulic shores is relatively easy, shores can be shipped disassembled, which may aid in reducing shipping costs.
Arcosa Shoring Products is one of the largest trench protection equipment manufacturers in the country with locations in Michigan and Texas.
Bobcat
Bobcat Company introduced the MT120, its most powerful mini track loader with increased operating capacity and industry-leading lift height and reach performance.
“The Bobcat MT120 packs more performance into a small, highly maneuverable machine so operators can lift more weight, carry more material and accomplish more tasks – big and small,” said Katie Redenius, senior product manager, Bobcat Company.
Powered by a 1.2-liter, non-diesel particulate filter (DPF) engine, MT120 delivers plenty of muscle, with robust breakout forces and a maximum rated operating capacity of 1,200 pounds. The powerful, high-torque engine, optimum machine balance, fast travel speeds and smooth pilot controls all work together to deliver fast cycle times for peak productivity.
At just under 36 inches wide, the MT120 is the ideal solution for serious work in confined workspaces. With low ground pressure of 3.9 psi with optional 11-inch tracks, or 4.3 psi with standard 9.1-inch tracks, operators can achieve optimal flotation for greater performance on soft ground and travel over established surfaces with minimal disturbance.
Owners and operators also get more value and job-site versatility with MT120’s best-in-class lift height of 88 inches and reach of 22 inches.
The integrated, ride-on platform provides an optimum vantage point to the bucket’s cutting edge or attachment, as well as to the sides of the machine. Operators can quickly become proficient with pilot controls that deliver consistently smooth and precise movement.
MT120 is the clear choice for customers who want a high-performing mini track loader that also offers leading, long-term value. Low- and no-maintenance features that save customers time and money – and a low cost of ownership – include the non-DPF engine, a direct-drive system that eliminates belts, maintenance-free rollers and idlers, and maintenance-free bushings.
Bobcat mini track loaders do more than load, lift and carry. With more than 20 compatible attachment categories, operators can use their MT120 for digging, clearing brush, hauling loose and palleted materials, ground preparation, sweeping, pushing and blowing snow, utility installation, breaking up and removing concrete, trenching and much more.
Bobcat Company empowers people to accomplish more, a mission it has honored since creating the compact equipment industry in 1958.
Volvo
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) launched a pioneering digital service. Volvo Site Operations allows customers to monitor and follow up on their production – now for the first time across every brand of machines and assets.
“On today’s fast-paced job sites, site managers are juggling the need to increase productivity and efficiency, but also prioritize safety and reduce CO2 emissions,” said Azadeh Fazl Mashhadi, service offer owner at Volvo CE. “Data is a key enabler for change. But while the availability of data is expanding, converting raw data into actionable insights remains a challenge.”
Mixed fleets, unified insights. Volvo Site Operations provides machine operators with an intuitive tablet that collects geo-position data. This information is then integrated with machine and productivity data gathered through a cloud-based solution, consolidating everything into a single, cohesive view. Site managers can monitor machine performance, track material flow, and assess CO2 emissions and productivity across each process, enabling them to pinpoint areas for improvement.
Boosting productivity. Volvo Site Operations measures critical parameters in the production flow, offering valuable insights to streamline tasks and optimize material movement. This can result in productivity increases of 10-20 percent.
Production dashboards share key information on material movements and fuel consumption, removing the need for paper-based tracking and guesswork. The service alerts operators in real time to potential faulty dumps, helping to avoid costly mistakes or rework. By automating data collecting and reporting, administrative burdens can be reduced by up to 80 percent, simplifying processes, saving time and improving accuracy.
Elevating site safety. Through advanced geo-fencing and asset positioning, Volvo Site Operations allows for the real-time tracking of machines and assets across worksites, boosting situational awareness and aiding operators in making safer decisions. Alerts notify operators for speeding and unauthorized entry zones. Instant communication of important site changes, like speed limits and restricted zones, helps prevent potential hazards. By improving visibility across the job site for everyone, Volvo Site Operations elevates safety standards.
Improving fuel efficiency and reducing carbon. Volvo Site Operations enables potential fuel savings and CO2 emission reductions of between 10-15 percent. The map, together with real-time positioning, optimizes traffic conditions, reducing queues and waiting times to improve productivity while lowering fuel consumption. Accurate CO2 emission measurements from all machines and assets provides insights for fleet optimization. By leveraging data, actionable steps can be taken today to significantly reduce emissions.
In other news, Volvo CE significantly updated its compact electric machine lineup, adding a host of new features and options to increase versatility for customers, as well as improving the runtime of its ECR25 Electric excavators and L20 Electric wheel loaders.
The new ECR25 Electric excavator delivers double the runtime of its predecessor, thanks to an upgrade from a 20kWh to a 40kWh lithium-ion battery, providing up to eight hours of runtime for typical applications. Notably, the charging time remains the same despite the larger battery size.
The machine’s weight has also been reduced. This, coupled with its compact size, makes it easy to transport from job site to job site on a trailer.
With reduced noise, zero emissions, and a short swing radius, the ECR25 Electric is perfect for confined spaces, indoor applications, such as basement groundworks, building demolition, and areas with emissions or noise restrictions.
A range of charging options includes the mobile PU40 Power Unit. Two on-board chargers support a 3-phase AC grid charging from 10 percent to 100 percent in five hours, while a DC fast charger can reach 80 percent in 1.5 hours. Simplified charging and colored LED indicators enhance the user experience.
The L20 Electric wheel loader benefits from a 21-percent increase in standard battery capacity, now matching the larger L25 Electric. A 56kWh battery option offers a 40-percent capacity boost over the previous generation. Both the L20 Electric and L25 Electric benefit from simplified charging procedures.
In addition, these compact wheel loaders come with expanded attachment options, such as hydraulically adjustable loading forks with tine positioning and side shift, as well as a 1.1-cubic meter high tip bucket and a 0.7-cubic meter recycling grapple bucket for specialized applications.
Cab improvements include a powerful heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, for operator comfort, alongside new safety options like LED works lights on the cab roof, daytime running headlights, orange handrails, and a reversing camera. Zero-emission and near silent, these machines offer 100-percent parallel movements, maximum traction and outstanding off-road capability and stability.
With a full product range, manufactured, serviced and supported all over the globe, Volvo CE has the right machine and the right solution for your needs. Customers are using Volvo machines in quarries and aggregates, energy related industries (oil and gas), heavy infrastructure, utilities, road construction, building, demolition, recycling, industrial material handling and the forestry industry. UI