“We are thrilled to have both an indoor booth space and a large outdoor demo area to showcase some of our newest additions to the Yanmar CE and ASV lineups. The new machines and two brands demonstrate how we strive to create equipment that meets the individual needs of our customers and helps take their businesses to new levels. We look forward to showcasing our newest solutions for the industry.”

said Regan Meyer, Yanmar Compact Equipment North America marketing manager.

Yanmar Compact Equipment will showcase its next-generation ViO17-1E mini excavator, released in August. The recently updated ViO17-1E offers a 4,023-pound operating weight and 14.5-horsepower engine and is best suited for residential work, landscaping and small general construction projects. Like all ViO (Victory over Zero) models, the ViO17-1E features true zero trail swing technology for maximum workplace performance in tight spaces. Yanmar Compact Equipment will also exhibit the company’s SV40 model developed specifically for the North American market, as well as the ViO35-6A.

ASV’s two new Yanmar-powered models are making their tradeshow debut: the recently introduced RT-50 and RT-40. Both models feature new Yanmar engines that can be serviced at ASV dealers. The machines have also been updated with some of the comfort and visibility features of the larger MAX-Series line. The new Yanmar-powered RT-50 is paired with a powerful 53.8-horsepower Tier 4, 3-cylinder turbocharged engine and utilizes ASV’s Posi-Power system for high tractive effort and exceptional pushing and digging power. The compact track loader allows operators to be more productive with high-performance thanks, in part, to a nimble 58.5-inch width, a 9.1-foot lift height, a 1,400-lbs rated operating capacity and a 7.1 mph top speed. The repowered RT-40 compact track loader includes a more powerful, new 38.2-horsepower Tier 4, 3-cylinder Yanmar engine­ and is outfitted with ASV’s Posi-Power system like its RT-50 counterpart.

ASV’s MAX-Series RT-135F and RT-75 loaders will be featured at Equip Expo for the first time. These models include a next-generation cab featuring premium 360-degree visibility, a more spacious operator area, a fully adjustable seat, a new state-of-the-art touchscreen display and more. The new RT-135 Forestry Posi-Track^® loader is the industry’s most powerful compact track loader, featuring 10% more horsepower than the previous titleholder it replaces, ASV’s RT-120. This additional power allows it to maintain best-in-class machine performance while operating high-flow attachments.

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“Briggs Equipment and FMI Equipment really excel at representing ASV and partnering with their customers. Both dealers have gone above and beyond with their level of commitment, customer service, and passion to share the value of ASV machines with their customers. We’re pleased to show our appreciation for their partnership with this year’s awards,”

said Jeff Pate, director of sales for the ASV brand.

Briggs Equipment is ASV’s 2021 multi-location dealer of the year. The dealer has shown a strong belief in the quality of ASV’s products and a commitment to helping their customers understand the value of the ASV brand. In addition to showcasing consistently high sales volumes in their more than 5 years representing the brand, their team displays a clear understanding of the benefits of ASV equipment and proactively shares these messages with customers and prospects.

FMI Equipment, the winner of single-location dealer of the year, has been a loyal advocate of the ASV brand for 20 years and has achieved remarkable market share and sales volumes. They also stand out because of their knowledge of the features and benefits of ASV products, as well as knowing how to show the value of ASV equipment against other machines.

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The new dealers are joining ASV’s robust and growing presence in North America. The dealers will offer ASV’s full line of Posi-Track compact track loaders, which allow customers the ability to do more in more places thanks to best-in-class rated operating capacities, cooling systems, and hydraulic efficiency.

The dealers will offer the recently-launched MAX-Series compact track loaders and skid steers, including the RT-65, VT-70 High Output, RT-75, and RT-75 Heavy-Duty. The machines feature premium performance, comfort, visibility, and overall operator experience. The lineup also features the industry’s most compact track loaders, the RT-25, RT-40, and RT-50, and the industry’s most powerful CTL, the RT-120 Forestry. The dealers will also offer ASV’s new MAX-Series RS-75 and VS-75 skid-steer loaders.

“We depend on the strength of our dealer network to offer the best possible experience for our customers. Our network of dealer partners is substantial—and growing. As we increase our coverage in North America, more customers have access to ASV machines that will help them do more work in more places, as well as having access to convenient parts and service from their local ASV dealer,”

said Dave Gannon, director of channel development for the ASV brand.

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“I’ve heard a lot about the MAX-Series since it came out, and I couldn’t be more excited to win. The RT-75 will be an absolute beast for the type of work we do. It’s really going to add value to our business,”

said Stewart.

Stewart had his choice of a 1-year lease of one of three ASV MAX-Series Posi-Track compact track loaders: the RT-65, VT-70 High Output, and the RT-75.

Redneks Field Services has been in operation since 2010 and specializes in serving the oil and gas industries of Western Canada. The company offers equipment rentals, but also provides a number of other services, including equipment repairs, oilfield maintenance, fencing, pipeline repairs, forestry, and more. Stewart plans to use the all-weather cab RT-75 for mowing, dirt work, and even some applications requiring significant hydraulic power for the attachment.

“We really think MAX-Series machines are something you need to experience firsthand to understand the value of. Our machines are designed to offer the premium comfort, and performance customers need to take on demanding jobs. We’re confident Andrew will notice the MAX-Series difference,”

said Regan Meyer, ASV marketing manager.

ASV’s MAX-Series loaders provide a premium operator experience on top of the already-proven Posi-Track performance. The next-generation cab puts the machines at the forefront of the industry in terms of comfort and usability. Features like industry-leading, premium 360-degree visibility, a fully adjustable seat, an optional state-of-the-art touch screen display, and a more spacious operator area allow MAX-Series operators to work longer hours more productively.

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Johnson joined the organization as commercial director in September 2020, overseeing sales, national accounts, channel development, and marketing. He brought extensive leadership experience with deep technical, channel development, and business leadership expertise within the commercial industry. As president, Johnson will lead and further develop the growth initiatives for the company as the two brands progress in a joint vision of Yanmar Compact Equipment North America.

“We have assembled a strong team committed to the ASV and Yanmar brands and focused on serving all of our stakeholders. This group of leaders will continue to drive the business and achieve excellent results for our customers, dealers, and employees. As we continue to grow, we will seek to provide even more resources and support to our dealers and in turn, the end-user customers. The addition of Lee and David is the logical next step,”

Johnson said.

Thole brings more than 20 years of experience, with a strong background in parts, service, and overall business operations. Thole’s responsibilities as director of the aftermarket will include strengthening several post-sales support functions as well as leading further development and implementation of the aftermarket strategy.

Gannon joins his role with 30 years of multi-industry experience. His position as director of channel development will involve working closely with the dealer network, both by recruiting dealers and assisting existing dealers with being successful.

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The new dealers are a sign of ASV’s expanding distribution network and market presence in North America. The dealers will offer ASV’s full line of Posi-Track compact track loaders, featuring the ability to do more in more places with best-in-class rated operating capacities, cooling systems, and hydraulic efficiency.

The dealers will offer the recently-launched MAX-Series compact track loaders, including the RT-65, VT-70 High Output, RT-75, and RT-75 Heavy-Duty. The machines feature premium performance, comfort, visibility, and overall operator experience. The lineup also features the industry’s most compact track loaders, the RT-25, RT-40, and RT-50, and the industry’s most powerful CTL, the RT-120 Forestry. The dealers will also offer ASV’s new MAX-Series RS-75 and VS-75 skid-steer loaders.

Jeff Pate, director of sales for the ASV brand, said:

“As we face unprecedented demand for our equipment, it’s more important than ever that we can rely on a strong dealer network to represent ASV. These new dealers are part of an ever-growing team of ASV partners who we’re proud to have represented the brand and show customers how our equipment allows them to do more than they ever thought possible.”

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The MAX-Series line was first introduced with compact track loaders in mid-2020, giving operators a premium experience to match the machines’ impressive performance capabilities. Like the tracked machines, the skid steers benefit from a new, next-generation cab available with industry-leading 360-degree visibility, a roomier operator area, a more comfortable seat, a new high-tech touch-screen display and more. MAX-Series skid steers also feature proven ASV benefits, including reliability, rated operating capacities, departure angles, breakout force, hydraulic performance, ground clearance, speed, ease of serviceability, cooling packages and more.

“We’ve already heard great things from customers and dealers about the MAX-Series compact track loaders,”

said Buck Storlie, ASV product line manager.

“The launch was incredibly successful — ultimately leading us to boost production capacity by 30% earlier this year to keep up with demand. We’re excited to give operators the option to achieve that same level of premium experience in a skid steer. The improved comfort, visibility and ease-of-use mean happier operators and easier workdays.”

Next-Generation Cab

MAX-Series operators benefit from premium 360-degree visibility with the ability to see their surroundings more clearly with standard LED lighting, optional side lighting, all-clear sides and a frameless door providing industry-leading floor to ceiling glass area — 52% more glass area in the optional enclosed cab compared to previous ASV models. That means high visibility and minimal obstructions to the operator’s line of sight, especially beneficial in tight areas or indoor work for which skid steers are commonly used.

 Operators can work longer days in comfort with the MAX-Series with a number of comfort and usability features available to be added to the basic configuration. An optional, new fully suspended seat helps make the cab accessible to virtually all body types. The seat is the most customizable in the industry, featuring adjustable four-way controls and arm rests, recline, slide, and weight. Additionally, a one-sided lap bar makes entry and exit easier. This comfort is further enhanced by a roomier cab, including up to 2 more inches width at the shoulders, 8 inches wider at the knees and up to 4.5 inches more foot room. In-cab experience is also enhanced through speaker and radio improvements, including available Bluetooth radio allowing operators to listen to music and take calls wirelessly.

Operators benefit from a cleaner, quieter and more temperature-stable work area with the optional highly-pressurized, all-weather cab. The optional pressurized cab’s improved seal helps repel noise, dust and debris and outside temperatures. An updated HVAC system allows for better overall circulation and defrosting capabilities within the cab.

The cab also features a number of reliability improvements, including a design that better protects electronics with fully sealed, water-tight wiring harnesses and fuse panels. ASV backs that reliability with its new 2-year/2,000-hour warranty.

Operator Experience

The MAX-Series improves ease-of-operation, service scheduling and job management with an optional state-of-the-art 7-inch touch-screen display. The screen includes vital monitoring tools, displays the view from the backup camera and integrates with service history and schedules. Job management features such as passcode operator lockout, idle time tracking and more are also available.

Operators of all skill levels will benefit from new, intuitive switch locations and operator controls. The controls improve convenience with a new dual throttle option, allowing operation at a set RPM with the joystick controls and the ability to increase the RPM with the foot throttle without needing to adjust the dial.

Protection

ASV didn’t stop at improved visibility with MAX-Series safety benefits. The machines include the industry’s first skid-steer roof escape hatch, allowing operators to quickly get out through the roof rather than through the back window and over a hot engine bay in emergency situations. Models also include rollover protection (ROPS) and reinforced windows for impact resistance. Additionally, ASV offers options for increased protection, including side screens, reinforced polycarbonate door, level 2 FOPS, and light guards.

Performance

ASV MAX-Series skid-steer loaders provide maximum performance with optimal ground clearance, serviceability, departure angle and power.

The radial-lift, 75-horsepower RS-75 includes a 2,600-pound rated operating capacity and a 5,845-pound breakout force. The vertical-lift VS-75 features a 5,920-pound breakout force and an impressive 3,500-pound-rated operating capacity for its 75 horsepower. The VS-75’s high capacity rivals many 95 to 100 horsepower units, giving operators the ability to have the fuel economy and reduced price of a lower horsepower machine but the performance of some of the largest skid steers out there.

Both models are better able to travel over obstacles without getting hung up thanks to 10.5 inches of ground clearance, more than 2 inches higher than any machine in their class. In addition, the purpose-built chassis improves performance while climbing hills resulting from a 24-degree departure angle.

The machines maximize serviceability with convenient and simple maintenance access. Swing-out door and cooling systems provide access to filters and other daily checkpoints for easy maintenance.

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“We want our customers to have the best performance from their machines. These kits make it easy and convenient for them to achieve that through proper upkeep combined with OEM parts designed to keep the machine performing long term while avoiding costly repairs,”

said Buck Storlie, ASV product line manager.

The ASV Maintenance Kits include a hydraulic filter(s), an engine oil filter, fuel filter(s), and air filters. The packaged kits remove the guesswork from the process of replacing filters by including all required components in one package. This simplicity speeds up regular maintenance tasks and allows operators to get to work sooner. Additionally, the kits include labeling with instructions for ASV’s ELITE line of high-performance, heavy-duty lubricants. The engine oil, hydraulic oil, and grease products are extensively tested for use in optimizing ASV equipment and allow operators to do more work in more places.

“Whether you’re a contractor completing a job or a landowner tending your property, you don’t want to waste time hunting down the proper filters for your machine. With the kits, you have everything you need in one place. Just open the box and go. Plus, the added convenience means you’re less likely to procrastinate your filter changes, helping ensure the long-term health of your machine,”

Storlie said.

ASV Maintenance Kits are available through ASV’s dealer network. They are compatible with all current machines as well as many older models.

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“Duffy’s Sales & Rental and CLM equipment went above and beyond representing the ASV brand and showing a passion for the equipment that is hard to miss. We are proud to show our appreciation for their promotion of the ASV brand promise in every aspect of their businesses.”

said Jeff Pate, director of sales for the ASV brand.

ASV chose Barron, Wisconsin-based Duffy’s Sales & Rental as Dealer of the Year in recognition of the dealer’s leading sales and extraordinary performance in 2020. The business, which has been serving ASV customers for nearly 30 years, provides sales, rental, parts, and services for a wide range of construction, landscaping, and land clearing equipment.

CLM Equipment gained recognition as Rookie of the Year as a result of their outstanding achievements and contributions to ASV in 2020. The Lafayette, Louisiana-based dealer opened its doors more than 50 years ago and features three full-service branches across the west-central Gulf Coast, offering primarily construction and demolition equipment.

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Kevin Zimmer, president of Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, which encompasses the Yanmar Compact Equipment and ASV Holdings Inc. brands, said:

“We are pleased to invest in increased production capacity to support our growth, in addition to adding jobs to the Minnesota workforce. It’s a strong indicator of our success in growing as a comprehensive provider of compact equipment in North America.”

The open positions include assemblers, welders, warehouse clerks, production staff, and more.

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