Before 1970, site developers used pickaxes and shovels to dig house foundations. Takeuchi founder, Mr. Akio Takeuchi, knew this process needed to be mechanized, so he went to work designing the world’s first excavator in 1970,the TB1000 compact excavator. Over a decade later, Takeuchi had another major announcement: the first compact track loader (CTL). The …
Under the background of Japan’s postwar reconstruction,in 1953, Kubota established Kubota Construction Machinery Co., Ltd, focusing on power shovels. In 1956, Kubota developed the 4 ton Mobille Crane KM40 for port use. After 1965,amid the economic boom,one of the greatest factors for the development of the construction machinery industry, was the advancement in hydraulic technology introduced …
Mini excavators were designed to dig, but as is the case with many well-engineered machines, mini excavators can also save contractors time and money by pulling double-duty as lightweight cranes or material handlers on jobsites. Lifting heavy items safely and efficiently means both contractors and operators alike need to know the specifics of the machine …
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Are you getting ready to replace the rubber tracks on your mini-excavator and want to learn an easy way to measure for the perfect fit? This simple guide will show you how to properly measure the rubber track size for your mini excavator. We will also explain common signs of wear and tear, what to look out …
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When to replace CTL Rubber Tracks and Common Problems that Cause Rubber Tracks to Fail When it comes to working on a construction jobsite, project completion time and jobsite safety are two very important factors to consider. The replacement of your compact track loader’s rubber tracks can increase the safety of your jobsite and decrease …
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