Eric Olson - CEG CONTRIBUTING EDITOR - Thu September 21, 2023

Small Biz Grows to Become Master Distributor of Morooka

In recent years, the demand among contractors for more compact construction equipment has increased dramatically in the United States, with no signs of slowing down. The Morooka MST-2500VDLAs part of that market expansion, builders and machine operators also have discovered how well a line of smaller, more maneuverable rubber-track carriers can bring more efficiency to their job sites, while also combining better traction with a high load capacity....

Morooka - Wed August 16, 2023

Morooka MST-3000VDR's Rotating Upper Structure Expedites Jobs With Ease

The Morooka MST-3000VDR, built in the United States, is a formidable rotating dump carrier that features a payload capacity of more than 34,000 lbs. Engineered to conquer the most challenging terrains, the MST-3000VDR traverses rough landscapes effortlessly....

Morooka - Thu March 02, 2023

Morooka at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023

Morooka is once again leading the way, with its newest innovation to the track carrier market. High speed will soon be available and on display at the 2023 ConExpo, being held in Las Vegas, March 14 to 18....

Morooka - Mon September 27, 2021

Morooka Introduces Channel Frame Rubber Track Carrier at Utility Expo

Morooka USA has introduced the MST-2000VDL rubber track carrier for the North American market. It is purpose-built in the United States for utility customers, and will debut at the Utility Expo in Louisville, Ky., Sept....

Morooka - Wed October 28, 2020

VIDEO: Engineering Innovation for the Future of Rubber Track Carriers

One thing that has been made abundantly clear during this difficult year is that industries like construction and mining are betting heavily on innovations in engineering to improve productivity and safety....

Morooka - Wed August 26, 2020

Morooka Unveils Largest U.S. Made Addition to Rotator-Type Carrier Lineup

In the first week of July, the first Morooka MST-3000VDR rubber track carrier, with enhanced hydraulics and a larger bed, rolled off the line at the manufacturing facility in Ashland, Va. Morooka's VDR models all feature an upper structure that can rotate 360 degrees in either direction independently from the undercarriage and tracks....

Dominion Equipment - Thu May 28, 2020

Blog: Do Not Buy Used Rubber Tracks From Unknown Online Sellers … Ever

Online sites like Craigslist are marvelously modernized versions of the classified ads traditionally found in the back pages of your newspaper. The high-tech tools of these web-based want ads provide a fast, user-friendly system to locate things that other users no longer want or need....

CEG - Mon June 04, 2018

Carolina Cat Hosts Open House in South Charlotte, N.C.

On May 24, 2018, Carolina Cat hosted an open house at its South Charlotte, N.C., location. At the event, the Rey Taco food truck offered a full menu of tacos and other Mexican cuisine. The local Spanish radio station, Laraza, also attended the event....

Eric Olson –CEG Correspondent - Mon April 23, 2018

Wright Brings Youth, Expertise to Stream Restoration

Joe Wright could almost serve as the face of the small-business construction business in 2018. A young, college-educated man who, in a relatively short time, has built an outstanding reputation for himself and his specialized company, Wright Contracting LLC....

Morooka - Wed April 05, 2017

Morooka USA Introduces New Mid-Size Rubber Track Carrier

Morooka USA has introduced a new mid-size rubber track carrier, the MST700VD, to the North American and South American markets. The new carrier sports a 93 hp Kubota V3800 Tier IVi engine for plenty of dependable power in tight spaces....

- Wed September 09, 2015

Morooka Launches New Machine

When Morooka customers asked for greater side dump management, the company introduced the all new Morooka MST 2200 VDR, with a 360 degree revolving upper structure, which allows the operator to deposit spoil exactly where needed....