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(Peoria, IL) 01-27-06 - The new Caterpillar E-Series Backhoe Loaders-the 416E, 420E and 430E-deliver increased performance, enhanced operator comfort, superior controllability, expanded versatility and new, functional styling when compared to the D-Series models, which the new machines replace.

The 420E and 430E are the high performance machines in the new series and are characterized by industry leading backhoe performance. Both machines are offered in integrated toolcarrier configurations for applications that benefit from parallel-lift loader linkage and the versatility of quick work tool changes. The 416E is designed and built to provide proven Cat durability, reliability and quality while providing a very competitive purchase price.

The 420E has 89 net horsepower (66 kW) and a backhoe digging depth of 14 feet 4 inches (4.36 meters) when equipped with a standard stick. The 430E has 97 net horsepower (72 kW) and a backhoe digging depth of 15 feet 5 inches (4.70 meters) when equipped with a standard stick. An extendible stick pushes the 420E digging depth to 17 feet 11 inches (5.46 meters) and the 430E digging depth to 19 feet 6 inches (5.95 meters). The 74-net-horsepower (55-kW) 416E offers the same digging depths as the 420E. The 416E also is available with an optional turbocharged engine that boosts net horsepower to 89 (66 kW)

High performance hydraulics get stronger

The variable displacement piston pump and closed-center, load-sensing hydraulics provide quick implement response and speed as well as high forces at any engine speed. The new flow-sharing hydraulic valves ensure proportional hydraulic flow to all implements and improve multi-function performance.

The 420E features a 14 percent increase in backhoe stick breakout force and is about 10 percent more productive than the previous model. The 430E features increased lifting and breakout forces. Swing forces are increased, too. The result is aggressive trenching performance and improved backfilling capability. On the loader end, truck-loading performance is improved through pump torque limiter changes and improved balance of power distributed to the drive train and hydraulics.

New cab and redesigned operator station

The new cab with curved glass and contoured fenders gives the E-Series a distinct new look, improves serviceability and provides superior visibility. The low hood enhances sight lines to the loader, and the hood tilts forward for easy access.

The redesigned operator station maximizes operator comfort and productivity. Standard pilot operated joystick controls are easy to use, and they reduce operator fatigue and increase efficiency. Auxiliary backhoe hydraulic functions such as extendible stick or hammer operation are controlled with convenient thumb rollers. Roller switches eliminate the need for foot pedals and create more room in the cab.

Other new features in the E-Series include a narrowed front dash, foot operated tilt steering, and in-cab control pattern changer for the 420E and 430E. Additionally a new air conditioning system produces 20 percent more airflow. The intake for the system has been relocated for cleaner air, and access to filters is easier.

Enhanced drive train and travel performance

New Cat axles and a modified transmission increase top travel speeds 25 percent to 25 miles per hour (40 kilometers per hour). The all-new mainframe has a 4-inch longer wheelbase for improved balance and machine stability. The 430E also features a larger torque converter for higher rimpull and better tractive effort, which can aid truck loading and stockpile work.

Each model has stronger brakes and increased slope holding capabilities. The 420E and 430E brake systems have power boosters. Outboard planetary gears and brake wear check ports allow easier service.

New extendible stick, bucket thumbs

The new extendible stick has an external slider design for best-in-class performance, digging forces and versatility. The outer slider protects the inner slider from damage and debris. A new wear pad design increases life and simplifies service.

With the introduction of the E-Series backhoe loaders, Caterpillar is offering factory-installed thumbs-a first in the industry. The new thumbs are available in both hydraulic and stiff-link versions and are compatible with all bucket and coupler combinations. The thumbs expand backhoe versatility by enabling the operator to handle irregularly shaped objects more easily.

Also adding to versatility, the combined function auxiliary hydraulic lines handle all one-way and two-way hydraulic work tools on the backhoe. In addition to thumbs, such tools include hammers, compactors, augers and tilting couplers.

Enhanced onboard electronics

AccuGrade® BHL site reference system is a grade and depth check system that provides accuracy, greater productivity and lower operating costs. It also provides a platform for future technology. The new backhoe loaders also are available with Product Link, a management tool that allows customers to collect and track multiple types of information about their machines via wireless communication. Managers can monitor machine location and service meter hours as well as machine health and productivity.

For more information, customers should contact their local Caterpillar dealer or visit the Cat web site at www.cat.com.

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(Peoria, IL) 01-26-06 - With the introduction of the 301.6C and the 301.8C, Caterpillar has expanded the capabilities and enhanced many aspects of the two smallest excavators in the Cat® line. The C-Series models feature 22 percent more bucket digging force and greater than 10 percent more stick digging force than the previous models. Increased lift capacities add to versatility and flexibility.

The new models get more work done faster through an engine power increase of about 4 percent-to 18.1 horsepower (13.5 kW) and increased hydraulic flow and pressure. The engine meets US EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II emissions standards. A new, variable displacement hydraulic pump eliminates stalling and enables the excavators to dig through the toughest conditions. Operating weight of the excavators is 3,792 pounds (1720 kg) when equipped with a cab and 3,548 pounds (1610 kg) with a canopy.

The C-Series Mini Excavator cab is large and spacious for an expansive viewing area and good air circulation. For ventilation the cab has a retractable front window that can be stowed easily in the roof space with a gas strut assisted linkage. A suspension seat, console-mounted implement controls and adjustable wrist supports help reduce operator fatigue. Pilot hydraulic implement controls are low effort. The two-speed travel system is controlled by a switch on the dozer lever, which makes speed changes easier while dozing. The machine monitoring system is mounted near the operator's line of sight to ensure that gauges and warning lights can be seen easily.

For lower owning and operating costs, the new machines feature high strength side panels, polyurethane paint finish and a large swing-out rear door for service access. The 500-hour oil and filter change interval helps keep operating costs down.

The front linkage is a fabricated box section, built for performance and long life. The independent swing boom enables the machine to work next to a wall or obstruction. The 200-degree bucket rotation ensures good material retention at height as well as flat trenching capability. A choice of stick lengths, Cat Work Tools and dozer float function make the 301.6C and 301.8C even more versatile.

For more information about the new C-Series mini excavators, customers should contact their Cat dealer or visit the Caterpillar web site at www.cat.com.

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(Harrisburg, PA) 10/11/05 - Harrisburg, PA based Cleveland Brothers Holdings, Inc. announced today that it is expanding its Caterpillar dealer territory into western Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia and Maryland through the acquisition of Beckwith Machinery Company, the Caterpillar dealer based in Pittsburgh, PA, and One Call Rentals, a network of CAT Rental Stores.

Cleveland Brothers Holdings, Inc. is the parent company of Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co. Inc., the Caterpillar equipment dealer in northeastern and south central Pennsylvania. The acquisition of Beckwith and One Call Rentals will increase the Company's Caterpillar territory to include 59 counties in Pennsylvania, 17 counties in West Virginia and 2 counties in Maryland. The combined companies will employ approximately 1,400 employees at 28 branch locations.

President and CEO Jay Cleveland Jr. sees tremendous potential in the expanded territory, "All three companies have a long history of offering quality Caterpillar construction equipment, engines and parts and services. We believe this opportunity will allow us to increase the level of product offerings and services for our customers." Cleveland Brothers Executive Vice President Tom Kirchhoff added, "This acquisition provides a tremendous amount of opportunity for our employees and customers."

Founded in 1907, Beckwith Machinery Company predates the formation of Caterpillar, Inc. When Caterpillar was formed in 1925, Beckwith Machinery became one of the first Caterpillar equipment dealers in the United States. The Murrysville, PA headquartered company currently serves as a supplier of Caterpillar construction equipment and engines.

One Call Rentals handles Caterpillar compact construction equipment and allied equipment such as air compressors and aerial lifts. One Call Rentals has three branches that operate in Mt. Pleasant and Neville Island, PA; along with Shinnston, WV.

Cleveland Brothers was founded in 1948, and has served Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania for over 55 years from its corporate headquarters in Harrisburg, PA. In addition to Caterpillar equipment and engines, Cleveland Brothers also represents Sullair industrial and portable air compressors, JLG aerial lifts, Mauldin paving equipment, Godwin pumps, Wacker products and other allied equipment.

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(Harrisburg, PA) 10/11/05 - Cleveland Brothers, headquartered in Harrisburg, PA, is proud to announce it's newest division, CB HYMAC. CB HYMAC, formerly ECHO Hydraulics, is located in Camp Hill. This addition elevates the company's hydraulic, machining, and chroming capabilities to a level that establishes Cleveland Brothers as one of the premier hydraulic and machining vendor in the Northeast.

These hydraulic, machining, and chroming components will satisfy many industrial and equipment customers' requirements. The chroming operation has the capacity to chrome 25" diameter and up to 36 ft long, and a grinding capability of 10" diameters up to 124" long. The state-of-the-art pump and motor shop has the capacity to rebuild any brand pump or motor. The best in class cylinder shop is capable of handling cylinders up to 40 ft long with honing capability to a 24" diameter. The machine shop has the capability of machining very large components. For example, the Summit mill will handle pieces 120" diameter, 96" high.

Not only do these new components increase Cleveland Brothers in-house qualifications, but the enhancement of hydraulic and machine shop capabilities dovetails with the already established field service expertise, on-site hydraulic repair, line boring and welding. CB HYMAC is a fast efficient source for hydraulic, pump and motor repair, machining and chroming in-house or in the field.

The addition of CB HYMAC is another significant step in providing customers the highest possible level of service quality. Additionally, it clearly reflects Cleveland Brothers' commitment to providing the maximum level of professional and convenient solutions to customers' varied service needs.

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(Harrisburg, PA) 8/1/05 - CCI, a Pennsylvania corporation based in Cogan Station, is located in the north-central section of the state. CCI specializes in supplemental quarry crushing, construction projects (site development and heavy highway), crushing rock excavation, recycling asphalt "RAP", concrete recycling and custom screening.

Cleveland Brothers is Metso Minerals' dealer in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and has been instrumental in CCI's success, through prompt service and technical assistance.

They recently teamed up to supply a Barmac VI300 VSI to help one particular customer convert their stockpiles of surplus limestone (3/8" and 1/4") into premium sand products. CCI's customer wanted to capitalize on the advantages to be gained from using crushed fines as a substitute for natural sand. Crushed fines have a coarser surface texture than natural sand, increasing the flexural strength of concrete and increasing the stability in asphalt products.

Portable Crushing System

A Metso Barmac portable crushing system was installed in the customer's operation to create 100 stph of minus 1/8" (3mm) high quality crushed fines from their vast multitude of 'unsaleable' 1/4" (6mm) x 1/8" (3mm) limestone stockpiles. The Portable Crushing System contains a Barmac VI300 Anvil VSI and a Nordberg ST356 feed/screening plant.

The Portable Crushing System is located next to the huge stockpiles. The system is powered by a generator system and fed with a front-end loader. The Nordberg ST356 single chassis feed /screening plant includes a grizzly barred charging hopper, a screen conveyor, a 16' (4.8m) x 5' (1.5m) double-deck screen, as well as three belt scaled conveyor belts; one for final product, one for bottom deck overs, and one for top deck overs. Importantly, there is no water dust suppression used in this crushing system. The stockpiles contain sufficient moisture to eliminate ambient dust for the most part, and supplemental water has not been necessary.

The raw feed exits the ST356 charging hopper via a gated variable belt feeder and is conveyed to the double deck screen. In order to enhance the screening efficiency and tonnage separation, the overs from the tops of both decks transfers the Barmac VI300 VSI feed onto a side discharge conveyor and into the crusher.

VI300

The Barmac VI300 Anvil VSI operates at 1,300 rpm's providing a tip speed that generates over 67% minus 1/8" (3mm) first pass product and is capable of 300stph. The crusher is configured with a quad-sectioned 37" (930mm) distributor, sixteen trademark cylindrical anvils, a 300 hp (220 kW), 1782 rpm electric motor, and a Barmac dust controller system.

Discharge product from the Barmac VI300 is center-conveyor returned to the ST356 charging hopper to close circuit the crushing system. The oversize crusher discharge product (approximately 30%) is screened as overs and returned to the VSI for further processing.

The Barmac VI300 Anvil VSI provides a standard multi configuration ability consisting of Metso's very own pivoting motor base, exclusive impact enclosed rotor, heavy-duty shoe table, and self defined angle-rounded anvils. This dual action impact rotor is the first to incorporate both types of impact crushing actions, sling and strike, within a single crusher body. The crusher also offers the most multiple safety standards found in today's VSI supply market.

Experience and innovation - the Barmac advantage

The skills and knowledge acquired from 25 years of manufacturing, applying and servicing the Barmac VSI allow the best solutions to be given to the customer to help maximise the potential of their operation. To ensure the best service to Barmac customers, Metso Minerals provides a comprehensive product support team of dedicated professionals, based at the factory and in the field.

Metso Minerals provides a complete VSI aftermarket support package for the B-Series rock-on-rock VSI and the VI-Series shoe and anvil VSI crusher. While other VSI suppliers insist on promoting an all-in-one VSI solution, Metso Minerals believes the crushing duty of a rock-on-rock VSI is quite different to that of a shoe and anvil VSI and is thereby better served by two separate machines. Only Metso Minerals' expertise will enable the selection and ongoing support of the best machine for each individual application.

Your local source for Metso Minerals products is CB Con-Agg

CB Con-Agg is a division of Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co., Inc., and is the full-service distributor for Metso Minerals product lines, which include Nordberg and Svedala. CB Con-Agg is also a full-service distributor for Barmac, Hewitt-Robbins, Seco, and W. S. Tyler crushing and screening equipment. CB Con-Agg has responsibility to provide sales, parts, and service for their products for all of Pennsylvania. CB Con-Agg also has an extensive rental fleet of crushing and screening equipment to satisfy customers' needs.

New to CB Con-Agg is a full line of Greystone products. CB Con-Agg is the Greystone distributor for Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

GreyStone is a major manufacturer of sand washing and aggregate processing equipment including complete sand washing plants, tanks, portable and semi-portable classifying tanks, portable screening and washing plants, log washers, clarifiers, fine and coarse material washers, conveyor systems, radial stackers, mast-type conveyor systems, ready-mix washout plants, cutter heads and single- or twin-jet systems for sand and gravel producers and mining operations.

For more information on CB Con Agg and it's products, visit www.cbconagg.com or call 888.725.4903

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(Lancaster, PA) 7/1/05 - Cleveland Brothers is pleased to announce the construction of a new full service facility located in Brownstown, PA. To better support the needs of our Lancaster County customers, Cleveland Brothers has broken ground on the main 40,000 square foot facility located on 10 acres just off of Rt. 222 at 4326 Oregon Pike. Adjacent to the main building will be a second, 6,000 sq. ft. machine wash building. Earthmoving began June 1.

No stranger to Lancaster County, Cleveland Brothers has maintained a parts location for 19 years and is now ready to add rentals, sales, and truck service all in one convenient location. The new location will take the place of the current 1,500 sq. ft. parts building which is located approximately 1 ½ miles South on Rt. 272, Oregon Pike.

For contractors, Cleveland Brothers Lancaster branch will have six machine repair bays to service customer machines as well as the rental fleet located on the premises. The machine repair bays will utilize 6,000 sq. ft. of the main building. Supplementing the repair facilities will be a 6,000 sq. ft. wash building with two steam cleaning bays and one mud washing bay.

The rental store will offer Caterpillar machines accompanied by a variety of new Cleveland Brothers equipment such as Sullair air compressors, Wacker compaction equipment, GME trench shields, JLG personnel lifts, and Godwin pumps. Similar to the current rental stores in Harrisburg, White Deer, and Pittston, PA, Lancaster will support any size job from minor to major.

Truck owners will have a state of the art service facility at their disposal. Cleveland Brothers Lancaster branch will have an eight bay full service repair area for Cat on-highway truck engines.

In addition to the service bays of the main building, Cleveland Brothers will also expand on-site parts availability with a 10,000 sq. ft. parts warehouse fully stocked with all the essential components a contractor and truck operator needs to keep their machines running. With 98% off-shelf availability within 24 hours, Cleveland Brothers can keep trucks on the road, and machines in the dirt.

Cleveland Brothers Executive Vice President, Tom Kirchhoff points out that, "Caterpillar has expanded its product line, particularly in skid steer loaders and other construction products such as backhoe loaders and excavators. Additionally, Cleveland Brothers has also added a number of new products to the overall product line from Sullair, Wacker, GME, JLG, and Godwin. With the expansion of these products and services, we felt we needed a larger presence in Lancaster County."

Kirchhoff continues on to say, "Year in and year out, Lancaster County is one of the most active counties in our Caterpillar territory. This facility allows us to better meet the needs of our Lancaster County customers in both the earthmoving and truck engine business."

Construction is scheduled to be finished by the end of the year assuming all approvals are done in a timely manner. Cleveland Brothers will be welcoming customers through the doors of the new branch in early 2006. For more information on Cleveland Brothers visit www.clevelandbrothers.com or call 800.482.2378

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(State College, PA) 1/1/05 - Caterpillar Inc. industry representative Zel Grinnell and work tool rep. Pat Cavanaugh, along with Cleveland Brothers sales rep. Brian Hoffman presented Penn State University with a 242 Skid Steer. Accepting the donation from Caterpillar was Kenton Dutrow, the Supervisor of Maintenance and Equipment, who oversees all of PSU's landscape, construction and snow removal responsibilities. On hand with Dutrow was Penn State University Public Affairs Coordinator, Paul Ruskin. Dutrow has been renting CAT skid steers over the winter months for the past couple of years to handle the demanding task of clearing snow from campus streets and walkways.

Caterpillar has been donating a skid steer every year for the past 2 years. This is the first time the Harrisburg district office has had the honor of donating the machine, and the recipient this year is a well deserved maintenance crew in Happy Valley. Dutrow does all of the machine purchasing based on budget and, more importantly, the opinion of his operators. He mentioned that even for the members of his crew that are die-hard fans of CAT competitor machines, CAT's new line of user-friendly skid steers has begun to sway their outlook.

Kenton pointed out a few factors that are beginning to perk his operators' interest. The first is the obsolescence of leg and foot fatigue. Particular CAT competitor machines are hand and foot operated, and tend to really wear down a worker who sometimes needs to plow snow for 15 or 16 hours as occasionally happens at the home of the Nittany Lions. Joystick controls, like that of the CAT Skid Steer, has kept Dutrow's crew less fatigued and more efficient. Efficiency is a major concern when the crew has to keep over 23 miles of sidewalks clear for students and visitors.

The second point Dutrow mentioned was visibility. When working at a University filled to the brim with students and visitors, safety is a major concern for the grounds crew. High visibility cabs offer a clear view for the operators, decreasing the risk of danger to both the students and the machine worker.

Another issue gaining momentum with Penn State students is the push towards becoming a more environmentally friendly University. In turn, Dutrow is responding by looking into low emissions vehicles for his fleet. Caterpillar is also looking in the same direction. The CAT skid steer meets all Tier II emissions requirements as set by the Environmental Protection Agency.

Kenton Dutrow was quick to mention the final and biggest factor in his exploration into Caterpillar Skid Steers. His relationship with Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company would not be what it is today had it not been for the professionalism of sales representative Brian Hoffman. "Brian is not pushy like some of the other guys that come in here," says Dutrow. He wants a salesman he can build a trusting relationship with. Hoffman has had a business rapport with Dutrow for the past four years. When dealing with one of the leading institutions in the nation, trust is the foundation of a business relationship.

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(Harrisburg, PA) 7/21/04 - Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company is pleased to announce the addition of Sullair Industrial Air Compressors to its current product line. The addition of the Sullair Industrial Line will compliment the existing portable air compression products Cleveland Brothers currently represents for Sullair.

The Sullair Industrial Products will give Cleveland Brothers a complete line of rotary screw air compressors ranging from 5HP-600HP. In addition, Sullair offers a complete line of vacuum pumps, oil free compressors, compressed air dryers, filters, and other contaminant removal products. The Sullair line of portable and industrial air compressors compliment our existing product lines of generators, water pumps, air conditioners, space heaters, etc. available from our Engine Division.

These products enable us to be a single source supplier serving the construction and industrial manufacturing markets. Cleveland Brothers is Central Pennsylvania's full-service distributor of Caterpillar equipment and engines. Fourteen facilities are conveniently located throughout Central Pennsylvania.

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(Harrisburg, PA) 3/25/04 - CB Con-Agg, a division of Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company, is pleased to announce the opening of a crusher rebuild and repair center in the Harrisburg area. The center will service all makes and models of crushing and screening equipment from customers throughout the Northeastern United States. "The addition of a crusher rebuild and repair center is the next step in the outstanding growth of our CB Con-Agg business," comments Barry Foltz, CB Con-Agg Sales Manager. "We can now exceed our customers' expectations by offering a state of the art repair center for not just the Metso Minerals products that we already support, but for every major brand of equipment."

To compliment the expansion CB Con-Agg also announces the hiring of three new employees. John Stoll has been hired as the new Service Manager, and will manage field service and the crusher rebuild shop. George Gojmeric is a new crusher rebuild mechanic, and will also handle field service calls. Jim Wilhelm was also hired as a crusher rebuild mechanic.

Customers can contact CB Con-Agg's new rebuild and repair center at the following:
Phone: 717-561-3339
Cell (John Stoll): 717-648-4370
Fax: 717-564-3890

CB Con-Agg is a division of Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co., Inc., and is the full-service distributor for Metso Minerals product lines, which include Nordberg and Svedala. CB Con-Agg is also a full-service distributor for Barmac, Hewitt-Robbins, Seco, and W. S. Tyler crushing and screening equipment. CB Con-Agg has responsibility to provide sales, parts, and service for their products for all of Pennsylvania. CB Con-Agg also has an extensive rental fleet of crushing and screening equipment to satisfy customers' needs.