ICYMI: Lots of New Machines, Cold Weather Maintenance and More
TGIF! Another week down and another Friday to recap this week’s news. Enough talking, let’s get down to business… we have a weekend to enjoy! 1. Talking Tractors. Last week, we traveled to Grapevine, Texas, to check out Kubota‘s…
Vermeer Unveils ML180 Mini Skid Steer with EH Controls and a Suspension Undercarriage
Vermeer announced the ML180 mini skid steer at Utility Expo 2025 this week, highlighting a new approach to comfort, control and operator productivity in its compact tool carrier lineup.
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.
Trimble Machine Control Now Runs on Vermeer Remote Pile Drivers
Solar farms need speed, accuracy and fewer bodies on site. Vermeer and Trimble just announced a tech partnership that delivers all three.
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…
The Ultimate Guide to Using Small Articulated Loaders in Snow Removal
Small articulated loaders are nimble, capable machines well suited for snow removal if they are properly configured. Here’s how to do that. Cold Weather Maintenance Start with a late-season inspection before the cold weather arrives. Check all fittings,…
Learn About the Different Buckets Available for Mini Skid Steers
Although a mini skid steer can use a variety of attachments, one of the most popular options is the tried-and-true bucket. However, some projects call for buckets that can accommodate specific needs — whether that includes lifting certain materials,…
Vermeer Introduces Electric Tree Care Equipment, Including S450TX Electric Mini Skid Steer
Vermeer is moving into electric-powered tree care equipment with a limited-release lineup that includes two brush chippers, a stump cutter and, most notably for Compact Equipment readers, the S450TX electric mini skid steer. The new models — the BX1000XL…
Vibratory Plow Attachments: A Smarter Option for Fiber, Cable and Irrigation Installs
Vibratory plow attachments offer an efficient method for shallow utility installations. Available in various models and sizes, these attachments are engineered to match the power and capabilities of their tool carriers. Their most common applications…
Check Out Vermeer’s SC402 Stump Cutter with Enhanced Torque and Jobsite Accessibility
Vermeer recently introduced its new SC402 stump cutter — a powerful and maneuverable machine designed for tree care professionals performing stump removal. The company said the SC402 is equipped with a 40-hp Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine…
RDO Equipment’s Mark Rieckhoff Explains How Landscapers Can Embrace Creating Outdoor Living Spaces
While homeowners and developers may be developing vastly different spaces, both groups seem to have a similar goal: to create a landscape that feels like an “outdoor living space” and extend their interior design from the living room to the backyard.…
Vermeer’s MTR516 Microtrencher Attachment Targets Clean, Efficient Fiber Installations
Vermeer is expanding its utility installation arsenal with the launch of the MTR516 microtrencher attachment. Designed to help contractors install fiber-optic cable quickly and with less surface disruption, the MTR516 delivers a precise trenching…