Industry Update- CONEXPO On Display
Xtreme, Snorkel Highlight Heavy-Lift Telehandlers
Xtreme Manufacturing and Snorkel showcased heavy-lift and high-reach equipment at CONEXPO-CON / AGG 2026.
The tracked XR50100-G features a 100-foot maximum lift height, 55-foot forward reach and 50,000-pound capacity, with a crawler undercarriage designed for rough terrain and soft ground conditions. It includes multiple features supporting operator visibility, safety and serviceability.
The XR7038-F offers a 70,000- pound capacity, 38-foot, 2-inch lift height and 22-foot reach, powered by a 300-horsepower Cummins engine and built on a reinforced steel chassis.
Snorkel’ s 2100SJ delivers up to 100- foot horizontal reach with a 30-foot jib, along with four-wheel drive, multiple steering modes, dual platform controls and a narrow wheelbase designed for maneuverability and transport.
and box winch. Additional machines in the lineup represented a range of configurations for material handling and access needs. The equipment is designed to support material placement, positioning and elevated work across varied jobsite conditions and operating environments.
Hannay Custom Hose and Cable Reels
Hannay Reels showcased a range of hose and cable reels for construction applications, including N400 spring rewind gas welding reels with heavy-gauge steel construction and non-sparking ratchet assemblies, as well as 3500 manual rewind reels for light-duty fuel dispensing and fire protection.
N700 and N800 spring rewind reels were displayed for lubrication, fuel, water and air applications, featuring compact mounting bases and declutching arbors. The WCR11-17-19 manual rewind portable arc welding reels support single-conductor electrode cable and grounding leads with capacities up to 400 amps.
Socage Presents Compact, High-Capacity Raptors
Socage North America displayed its Raptor lift lineup, highlighting capabilities for elevated work across construction, maintenance and utility applications. The Raptor 80S features an 80-foot working height, 36-foot lateral outreach and 507-pound basket capacity, while the Raptor 115S reaches 115 feet with 69-foot outreach and a 660-pound basket load.
Both tracked platforms include automatic stabilization, multifunction remote controls and MySocage connectivity for software updates and 24 / 7 technical support. Compact designs,
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Merlo America Showcases Multi- Application Telehandler Lineup
Merlo America showcased telehandlers and attachments in Las Vegas. The display included rotating and high-capacity models such as the ROTO 50.35SPLUSEE4CVT with a work platform and the Panoramic 120.10HM equipped with a pipe handler for infrastructure tasks.
Across a 14-machine lineup, the company demonstrated multi-application capability supported by 12 attachments, including a tire handler, log grapple
Telecom & Utility Construction | Spring 2026