The Utility Expo 2025: Hands-on Demos, New Tech and the Return of the HDD Rodeo Await in Louisville
The Utility Expo 2025 is almost here, and Compact Equipment is excited to join the action October 7-9 in Louisville, Kentucky, alongside our parent company, Benjamin Media.
Mini Skid Steer Showcase: Consider These Top Units from Ditch Witch to Kubota
Mini skid steers have transformed small-scale earthmoving and tool carrying machinery. These units (sometimes called compact utility loaders, mini track loaders and compact tool carriers) replace manual labor with compact efficiency. Today’s machines…
Ditch Witch Participates in AEM’s ‘Through the Lens Photo Series
Ditch Witch recently announced it is featured in the latest installment of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ (AEM’s) Through the Lens photo series. The company noted the acclaimed series shines a spotlight on the skilled men and women powering…
Nine Manufacturers Share Their Machine-Focused Apps
These days there seems to be an app for everything — checking the weather, buying concert tickets, keeping track of your kid’s baseball schedule. Luckily there are apps available for managing your compact equipment too. Scroll down to see app…
Here’s Mini Skid Steer Advice from Seven Manufacturers
Below, seven mini skid steer manufacturers offer tips on everything from buying and safety to operation and maintenance. Reap the Benefits Sam Dando, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Toro Compact utility loaders [a.k.a. mini skid steers], like the…
Ditch Witch and Branch Manager Partner to Provide Tree Care Solutions
Ditch Witch and Branch Manager recently announced their new partnership to provide tree care professionals with seamless access to stand-on skid steers and specialized attachments for all their tree removal, maintenance and cleanup needs. Through this…
Learn More About Ditch Witch’s c3E, the Industry’s First Electric Trencher
Ditch Witch just introduced the c3E — the industry’s first electric trencher — at The ARA Show in Las Vegas. According to the company, this new compact, walk-behind trencher is easy to use and maximizes productivity by delivering increased…
Equip Expo 2024: The Must-See Machines at this Giant Landscape Show in Louisville
Equip Exposition 2024 is set to bring a wave of innovation and hands-on experience to the Kentucky Exposition Center from October 16-18. This event will showcase the latest in compact and outdoor power equipment. The annual tradeshow, renowned for its…
Experts Share Advice on Mini Skid Steer Selection and Showcase Their Machines
Whether you need some extra muscle tackling projects around your property or on a jobsite, a mini skid steer (also called a compact tool carrier, compact utility loader, etc., depending on the manufacturer) is the perfect solution. When paired with the…
Machine Heads Video: Brant Kukuk Discusses Ditch Witch’s Stand-On Skid Steers
In the latest episode of Machine Heads Interviews, Wayne Grayson sits down with Brant Kukuk of Ditch Witch to dive deep into the mini skid steer category. Established nearly 30 years ago, this category has seen rapid growth, especially over the past five…
Hyundai Adds Ditch Witch of the Rockies as a Dealer for Its Compact Equipment Line
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America just announced that Ditch Witch of the Rockies has joined its dealer network. This location will represent Hyundai compact construction equipment products, including compact excavators, skid steers and…
How to Choose a Mini Skid Steer in 2024
Mini skid steers may well be the most versatile single category of equipment in the construction market. True, their capacities are small compared to full-size excavators and wheel loaders and much less than even the capacities of full-sized skid steers…