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The Fresno Scraper

The Fresno Scraper was invented in 1883 by James Porteous who, having worked with farmers in Fresno, California, had recognized the dependence of the Central Sa...

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Heavy Equipment Humor

Yesterday the cement-mixer was used for the first time...     the results were pretty concrete.

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Grader History

Graders have been around since the early horse drawn days. These early graders were mostly a blade that moved up and down mounted to a wagon. J.D. Adams is cre...

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Stories From The Field

Do you have a story about an experience that you’ve had at work? We want to share your story with the HeavyEquipment.com family! Contact Us and let us kno...

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Heavy Equipment Humor

  I used to be a forklift operator. …but there were too many ups and downs for me.

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Wheel Loaders

Wheel Loaders Some ideas seem so simple in hindsight. Despite the simplicity of mounting a shovel attachment on a tractor, this is a more recent invention than...

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Tracked Machinery

Tracked Machinery Necessity is often the cause of invention, and that is precisely what led to the first experiments involving wheeled steam tractors converted...

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Who Invented the First Shovel?

Who Invented the First Shovel? There is debate over "who" invented the first shovel. Some claim the first shovel was built in 1835 and mounted on railway trac...

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Pumpkin Carving for Equipment Enthusiasts!

Pumpkin Carving for Equipment Enthusiasts! Decorate your porch, your way! Make a statement about who you are and what you love.  Click Image to open on a...

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Heavy Equipment Humor

A construction worker walks into a bar and orders a “stiff drink” after work. 5 minutes later, the bartender brings him a glass filled to the brim w...

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