MarketBook Machine Control Blog Archive

    Komatsu Dozers’ intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Helps Newer Operators Up Their Game
    Posted On: April 6, 2023
    The manufacturer says that the automated dozing features of its D39PXi-24, D51PXi-24, and D71PXi-24 models can boost productivity and precision from mass excavation to finished grading. ...
    Caterpillar Expands Smart Blade Capabilities For Cat Skid Steer & Compact Track Loaders
    Posted On: March 14, 2023
    A new external control kit for GB120 and GB124 smart grader blades expands their use to Cat D- and D2-series SSL and CTL machines, and a new 3D grade control kit uses existing connections to easily add automatic blade control to the Cat Smart Dozer Blade. ...
    Komatsu To Highlight Connected Technologies At ConExpo
    Posted On: January 27, 2023
    The equipment company will also display several machines kitted out with its intelligent Machine Control 2.0 technologies: the PC360LCi-11 excavator and the D39PXi-24, D51PXi-25, and D71PXi-24 dozers. ...
    Komatsu’s Proprietary intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Now Available On The 359-Horsepower PC490LCi-11 Excavator
    Posted On: October 27, 2022
    The system is designed to lessen the skill gap between new and experienced operators. ...
    Komatsu Debuts Smart Construction Retrofit Kits With 3D Grade Guidance, Payload Volume Logging, Remote Monitoring For Excavators
    Posted On: July 28, 2022
    The manufacturer says the kits can be installed on most conventional Komatsu excavators by a local distributor for an affordable price. ...
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    Next-Gen John Deere 8 Series Tractors Offer Upgrades To Power, Manoeuvrability & Technology
    Posted 10/06/2026
    John Deere recently launched six new 8R and 8RX tractor models offering higher-horsepower options at 440, 490, and 540 HP, as well as enhanced manoeuvrability and precision ag technology. ...
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    Reach Buyers Anywhere With International Truck Sales Platforms From Sandhills
    Posted 8/06/2026
    Sandhills Global offers local platforms for selling used trucks and trailers in nearly every region in the world. ...
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    Easy Parts Searches Start With MarketBook.co.nz
    Posted 4/06/2026
    The new Parts For Sale page on MarketBook.co.nz makes finding the parts you need fast and easy. ...
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    Takeuchi Fields TB3150 & TB3150R 15-Tonne Tracked Excavators
    Posted 3/06/2026
    Takeuchi’s new 15-tonne-class, 3-Series tracked excavators are the TB3150 with a boom swing system for offset digging and the TB3150R with a reduced tail-swing radius and fixed boom. ...
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    ESM Resources Expands Fleet With A Robust Iveco T-Way
    Posted 14/05/2026
    Mobile plant hire and maintenance specialist ESM Resources added a T-Way 6x6 AD380 to its fleet for its durability and its suitability for heavy-duty off-road work. ...
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    2026 Renault Trafic Gains 9-Speed Automatic Transmission & Technical Upgrades
    Posted 13/05/2026
    The 2026 Renault Trafic is a midsize commercial van featuring a new 9-speed automatic transmission, enhanced fuel consumption, and an improved 2,500-kilogram towing capacity. ...
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    Bucher Municipal Selects Iveco ML160 Eurocargo For New Sweeper Platform
    Posted 11/05/2026
    Bucher Municipal recently chose the Iveco Eurocargo ML160 as the truck platform for its new MaxPowa V65t truck-mounted sweeper, citing its manoeuvrability, safety, and emissions compliance. ...
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    Volvo Trucks Announces Next-Generation Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks
    Posted 8/05/2026
    Volvo recently announced the next generation of its heavy-duty electric trucks, which have a new drivetrain to provide greater power and comfort. ...
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    Komatsu Introduces Non-Tier 4 PC138US-11 Excavator Version
    Posted 7/05/2026
    The Komatsu PC138US-11 Non-Tier 4 is a new version of the standard PC138US-11 midsize excavator that eliminates the need for DEF components such as AdBlue while retaining the same digging, lifting, and hydraulic performance. ...
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    Isuzu Truck Of The Year Competition Returns For 2026
    Posted 6/05/2026
    Isuzu Australia Limited is gearing up for another big year of its iconic Truck of the Year competition, with entries opening for 2026 and inviting Isuzu owners across the country to showcase their hard-working rigs. ...
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