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Keith Gribbins is a technical journalist in the construction industry.

Articles by Keith Gribbins

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Bomag Launches Lightweight BT 30 Tamper for Tight Spaces

Bomag just announced the BT 30 tamper, a lightweight compactor designed for narrow trench backfilling and other tight spaces. The new model...

September 23, 2025
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New SIMA Safety 1st Courses Target Sidewalk and Snowplow Safety

Photo credit: Yauheni Labanau. The Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) has introduced two new training programs aimed at frontline ...

September 22, 2025
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Sandhills Report: Used Equipment Deals Can Be Found in Ariel Lifts and Telehandlers

Photo provided by Yoder & Frey. Sandhills Global’s latest market report shows how August shaped the used equipment market across c...

September 18, 2025
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Gehl Adds Five Large-Frame Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders

All photos provided by Manitou and Gehl. Gehl just expanded the top of its loader range. The company introduced five large-frame models for ...

September 18, 2025
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Sunbelt Rentals Is the First Global Equipment Rental Provider of Skydio X10 Drones

Photo provided by Sunbelt Rentals. Sunbelt Rentals has added Skydio’s X10 drone to its equipment catalog, becoming the first global eq...

September 17, 2025
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FAE Introduces RWL/SSL Wheel Saw Attachment for 50- to 75-hp Skid Steers

All photos provided by FAE. FAE has added a new wheel saw attachment to its construction lineup. The RWL/SSL is built for skid steers and co...

September 16, 2025
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Video: JCB’s James Gill Walks Us Through the Brand’s Full Backhoe Loader Lineup

Equipment expert and Machine Heads host Wayne Grayson sits down with James Gill of JCB to talk backhoes. They cover why the category still m...

September 16, 2025
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JCB and RVK Architecture Donate Monster Truck Made of Cans to San Antonio Food Bank

Photos provided by JCB. Here’s a feel good Friday post. JCB and RVK Architecture teamed up for the 2025 CANstruction San Antonio compe...

September 12, 2025
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Free Webinar! Compact Equipment Explores Simulation Training for Utilities with CM Labs

Utility work comes with high stakes. Crews operate in tight spaces, around live lines and under constant pressure to finish fast. Mistakes c...

September 11, 2025
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Steelwrist’s New QuantumConnect Brings Modular, Connected Control to Tiltrotators

All photos provided by Steelwrist. Next-Gen Control Platform with New Joysticks, Modular I/O and Built-In Connectivity Tiltrotators keep gai...

September 11, 2025
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JCB Breaks Ground on Its Largest Midwest Parts Distribution Facility

Photo provided by JCB. Plainfield, Illinois Will Serve as JCB’s New Logistics Hub for the Americas JCB has started construction on its...

September 10, 2025
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Sunbelt Rentals Named Official Equipment Provider for LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Partnership Covers Team USA and 40+ Venues Sunbelt Rentals will serve as the rental equipment solutions and services provider for the LA28 O...

September 9, 2025
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Video: Everything You Need to Know about Case CE’s Backhoe Loader Lineup

Wayne Grayson sits down with George MacIntyre of Case Construction Equipment in our latest Machine Heads video. The talk is packed with prac...

September 8, 2025
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Vermeer Introduces Electric Tree Care Equipment, Including S450TX Electric Mini Skid Steer

All Vermeer photos provided by Vermeer. Vermeer is moving into electric-powered tree care equipment with a limited-release lineup that inclu...

September 8, 2025