New Features in the GD655-7 Deliver Better Ergonomics to Lessen Operator Fatigue and Boost Productivity If asked to describe the ease of use with typical motor graders, most operators would steer clear of calling it a low-effort task. However, today’s updated models provide a host of features designed to significantly reduce operator fatigue and increase productivity. “The GD655-7 provides an all new, ultra-ergonomic working environment, and the new spacious cab allows more room during long working days,” said Komatsu Senior Product Manager Bruce Boebel. “Operators will appreciate the low-effort operation and steering levers, new transmission controls as well as the articulation stop-at-center function that simplifies use.” New performance features include a transmission shift lever with finger-operated forward-neutral-reverse switch that reduces required hand movement. That’s in addition to the already standard Komatsu power-shift transmission that was designed and specific...

Road Machinery & Supplies Co. (RMS) announces that, as a distributor of Komatsu America equipment, it can now support local government and public agencies who source contracts through Sourcewell ( formerly the National Joint Powers Alliance) , one of the largest governmental cooperative agencies in North America, representing more than 50,000 members, including government, education and nonprofit organizations. As a result of Komatsu’s national cooperative contract, RMS can immediately offer local Sourcewell members access to pre-approved pricing, construction equipment and related accessories, attachments and supplies.   “Cooperative contracts through Sourcewell allow government entities to buy high-quality Komatsu equipment at a competitive price,” said Andy Schwandt, Vice President Sales & Marketing, RMS. “With RMS’ commitment to customer uptime, service and parts availability, and Komatsu machines that set the standard for value, reliability and innovation, t...

Congratulations to our North Dakota State College of Science graduate, Tyler Dubbels! On Friday, May 10 th , he completed the two-year Komatsu Diesel Technology Program and earned his Associate of Applied Sciences degree in Diesel Technology. He has accepted a full-time position with RMS at our Savage, MN location. This fast-paced program combines state-of-the-art, on-campus training with 24 weeks of paid internships at a sponsoring Komatsu dealership. Students receive technical training on Komatsu equipment through a combination of classroom and hands-on laboratory instruction. Each sponsored student has guaranteed job placement and can earn up to 100% of tuition and fees reimbursed over the first three years of employment. SPONSORED STUDENT: Tyler Dubbels Hometown: Farmington, MN Employment: Savage, MN Shop LEARN MORE : Diesel Tech Program   |  A Day in the Life Video Pete Anderson Director – Safety & Technician Development ...

The 2019 Paving Expo was once again a success. The annual event hosted by RMS Rentals was well attended by numerous contractors from the metro area. LeeBoy, Roadtec, Wacker Neuson, and Gradall equipment were featured with In-the-Iron product presentations held throughout the day. Thank you to the manufacturer representatives in attendance: Doug Thompson (LeeBoy), Alan Voeltz (Wacker Neuson), Gary Cain (Gradall), Darin Grimes and Paul Schratz (Roadtec), Karl Newton and Jackson Schlieve (JLG). RMS Rentals looks forward to hosting another successful Paving Expo in the spring of 2020. Details to be announced. LEARN MORE RMS Rentals  |  LeeBoy   |  Roadtec   |  Wacker Neuson   |  Gradall   |  JLG RMS Rentals Team – Paving Expo April 9, 2019 (L-R) RMS Rentals General Manager, Steven Klatt with Grand Prize Winner Ritchy Johnson, Valley Blacktopping Inc. Gift Card ...