In June, a construction worker in Ohio was working in a trench when the bucket on a nearby excavator came loose and pinned him against a water line that was being installed. The 34-year-old father of ...

Quick couplers, those handy hydraulic devices that conveniently connect buckets to an excavator arm, are becoming standard equipment on many manufacturers’ excavators and are a popular aftermarket add ...

Improper use of demolition tools is a common cause of failure. Operators are more likely to choose the correct tool for the job if the carrier is equipped with an automatic quick coupler. “We do see ...

The OSHA bulletin urges employers using quick couplers to inspect them and take appropriate measures to prevent the unintended bucket releases, which can result in serious injuries or fatalities. But ...

When utility companies run into underground problems in this region, near Sacramento, Calif., they know just who to call. In only a few years, RK Contractors Inc. has established itself as a ...

Atlanta-based Geith, a manufacturer of excavator and material handler attachments, launched its G4 quick coupler at ConExpo 2020 in March in Las Vegas. “Geith’s design and manufacturing teams produce ...