Winter doesn’t slow down utility contractors in Missouri and Illinois — it just changes the job conditions. Frozen ground, limited daylight, and unpredictable weather all place added demands on equipment. If you’re planning trenching, water line repairs, electrical installs, or site prep during colder months, choosing the right mini excavator for sale can make the …
When you’re buying a mini excavator for utility work or site prep, the most important question isn’t brand — it’s fit. How deep do you need to dig?How tight are your job sites?Are you trenching daily, or prepping foundations and pads? CASE mini excavators are built with contractor-focused hydraulics, compact swing designs, and dependable performance. …
Contractors deciding between a compact track loader and a mini excavator must ask: Do you need digging precision or material-moving versatility? While compact track loaders are robust and adaptable, there are many situations where a mini excavator is the undisputed choice. For trenching, confined excavation, utility installation, or final-grade accuracy, a mini excavator ensures higher …
When a customer knows exactly what they want from a machine, the job becomes about more than just delivery—it becomes about building the right solution. That was the case with S&S Excavating, who recently took delivery of a custom Takeuchi TL12R2 Track Loader from Luby Equipment in Springfield, Illinois. Building the Right Package Working closely …
Winter conditions expose equipment weaknesses faster than any other season. Cold starts, sluggish hydraulics, reduced traction, and operator fatigue can all turn small issues into costly downtime. For contractors who rely on mini excavators during winter months, performance isn’t just about horsepower — it’s about how the machine behaves when temperatures drop, and the ground …
For the City of Mount Pulaski, public works isn’t about doing just one job — it’s about being ready for everything. From concrete repairs and utility work to tree removal, brush pickup, and street sign installation, versatility matters. Joshua Poffenbarger, Deputy Director of Public Works, has spent more than eight years helping keep the city …
Choosing between a compact excavator and a compact track loader (CTL) isn’t always straightforward. Missouri contractors, landscapers, and farmers face a variety of site conditions that can make one machine more efficient than another. Whether you’re clearing land in Jefferson County, trenching in Columbia, or prepping residential foundations in Springfield, knowing when to use each …
Utility contractors across Missouri face a range of jobsite conditions—from tight alleyways in St. Louis to open rural trenching in southeastern counties. Choosing the right mini excavator is crucial for efficiently handling utility installations, particularly when space is limited, underground obstructions are present, or project timelines are tight. CASE Construction offers a strong lineup of …
Urban construction projects in Missouri present their own unique set of challenges, including limited space, traffic congestion, and tight project timelines. These environments demand equipment that can move efficiently, adapt to varying terrain, and maintain high productivity with minimal downtime. Enter the Takeuchi TB395W wheeled excavator—a powerful solution designed to tackle these complexities with versatility …
Missouri’s climate and terrain present ongoing challenges for managing water flow—especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and drainage issues. Whether it’s clearing roadside ditches, grading low-lying farmland, or improving water management around construction zones, compact equipment plays a vital role in efficient, cost-effective drainage work. Takeuchi’s lineup of compact excavators and track …