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How To Carve CASE and Kubota Construction Jack-o’-Lanterns
September 27, 2023Make this a constructive Halloween by showcasing the machines that are scary good on the jobsite. Download our Pumpkin Stencil Sheet to carve your own:
- Eagle Power Pumpkin
- CASE Construction Jack-o’-lantern
- Kubota Construction Jack-o’-lantern
Former Eagle PSSR Tom Kelly Passes Away
September 19, 2023(Montgomeryville, PA) It is with a heavy heart that we must share the passing of Tom Kelly after a long illness.
Philip “Tom” Thomas Kelly was born in Lansdale, PA in 1952. He was drawn to laboring with his hands on machines for a profession. He worked at gas stations, garages and farms. Tom joined the CASE Power service department in 1987. Later as Eagle Power’s Parts and Service Sales Representative (PSSR) Tom helped customers familiarize themselves with their new machines upon delivery and was a trusted point of contact for any issues which arose during its operation. He retired from Eagle Power in 2019.
“Tommy was a huge presence here at Eagle” remembered Matt McDonald, President of Eagle Power & Equipment. “He had a big, loud laugh and an even bigger big heart. Customers loved and trusted him for his extensive knowledge of our products and his honesty. Tommy told it straight, good news or bad, and his customers always appreciated it.”
He was a kind soul who filled the room he was in with good humor, a friend to all who met him. He is survived by his beloved wife Linda and a tremendous family of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and to all who he touched during his career.
In lieu of flowers donations in Tom’s name may be made to:
Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111, online at www.foxchase.org
or
Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care, 523 Plymouth Rd., Suite 225
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462, online at www.crossroadshospice.com.
Original Post:
It is with a heavy heart that we must share the passing of Tom Kelly this past weekend after a long illness.
Joining the CASE Power service department in 1987. Later as Eagle Power’s Parts and Service Sales Representative (PSSR) Tom helped customers familiarize themselves with their new machines upon delivery and was a trusted point of contact for any issues which arose during its operation. He retired from Eagle Power in 2019.
He was a kind soul who filled the room he was in with good humor, a friend to all who met him. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and to all who he touched during his career.
We will share details on memorial services and remembrances when they become available.
Eagle Power Wishes Kathy Hanson a Happy Retirement
September 15, 2023
Eagle Power wishes Kathy Hanson a Happy Retirement!
If you’ve called us or came to meet with someone you’ve probably spoke with her before anyone else. For the past 18 years she has been an important part of the day-to-day operations of our company.
“It feels like you’re part of one big family when you work here, it really is family owned and you feel apart of it” recalled Kathy. “I’ve enjoyed working here all this time, we’re a really tight group. I am going to really miss everyone here.”
Originally from Western Pennsylvania. Kathy came to Eagle Power after many years working for the State of New York. In retirement she will be moving to Western New York where her family owns a farm. She is looking forward to being closer to her loved ones and being able to regularly attend her grandchildren’s baseball games and equestrian events.
We wish you nothing but the best Kathy, enjoy your time along peaceful country roads!
5000 More Reasons You’ll Love The CASE 580SV
August 28, 2023TRADE IN YOUR OLD BACKHOE AND GET $5,000 OFF A NEW CASE 580SV CONSTRUCTION KING™*
Once you see the new CASE 580SV Construction King™ for yourself, you’ll discover plenty of reasons to trade in your Cat, Deere or JCB Backhoe Loader to get one. But here’s even more incentive: $5,000 off when you trade in a qualifying competitive machine*. Now through Sept 30, 2023.
Monster Demolition Cutters For This CASE Excavator
August 25, 2023Our service team has been in the field for nearly a week installing a Rammer RCC43R Cutter-Crusher on a CASE Construction Equipment CX750D for a large demolition project. The extensive hydraulic work needed to mount this attachment to the excavator makes this machine about one of a kind, and something that can break down a building like it was spreading croutons on a salad.
Use Better Digging Techniques to Get More Out of Your Excavator
August 14, 2023If you’ve got a job to do and that job requires excavation work, you probably want to get the most out of your excavator. One proven way to manage that is by employing better digging techniques. One example: maintaining a stable slope angle of around 45 degrees can significantly improve digging efficiency and prevent excessive soil collapse, giving you better results in your projects.
That may help, but there’s a lot more you can learn about excavating to further optimize your excavator’s performance. Below are a few practical tips about adapting your digging techniques to various soil types, using different attachments for specific tasks, and making use of advanced telematics features to track and enhance your overall productivity. Interested? Read on, because there’s still a lot of ground to cover… and to move.
FREE Attachment With CTL or SSL Operating Lease
July 17, 2023
We’ll get you setup not only with the best compact loaders in the business, but your first attachment to run on them. For a limited time when you lease any new CASE Compact Track Loader or Skid Steer Loader at 36 Months/3000 Hours you can select a free attachment from a list of specific augers, brush grapple or snow bucket. Your machine is covered by Purchased Protection Plan for powertrain and hydraulics. Offer expires September 30th.
CONTACT YOUR EAGLE POWER SALES REP
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*Offer valid for specific augers, grapples, or snow buckets. Cannot be redeemed with any other attachments. Contact your Eagle Power & Equipment representative for specific list of qualified attachments.
Backhoe Maintenance Tips
July 13, 2023If you’re involved in construction work or are a construction equipment owner or operator, knowing how to maintain and service your construction equipment is crucial. One machine that often plays a vital role on construction sites is the backhoe. How can you effectively maintain and service a backhoe to get the very most out of the machine?
Pat DiCicco, Eagle Power Sales Representative, Passes Away
June 21, 2023
(Montgomeryville, PA) It is with tremendous sadness that Eagle Power & Equipment must share the sudden passing of a beloved member of their company, Pat DiCicco. Gifted with a tremendous heart and appreciation for others, there is hardly anyone in the industry working in the Delaware Valley whom he has not touched in his over 50-year career.
Born in the Philadelphia area in 1947, Pat started as an assistant parts manager at State Equipment Corp. in 1967. Seeking to move into capital equipment sales he joined CASE Power Equipment in 1971 as a trencher salesman. His attention to the needs of customers allowed him to take responsibility over a full CASE line territory in 1973. He was one of the many who formed the independent Eagle Power and Equipment in 1996 after the company’s purchase by Jerry McDonald. Throughout it all he was the personal connection customers had with the brand and organization. Always greeting folks with a smile, a joke, and an unwavering commitment to doing right by them.
Darwin Boe, Eagle Power & Equipment Controller, Retires.
June 16, 2023
A CASE Man his entire career, the Wisconsin native concludes 49 years of service to customers and colleagues.
(Montgomeryville, PA) Every member of the Eagle Power & Equipment team wished a much deserved and happy retirement to its beloved controller Darwin Boe. On June 16th “Bo”, as he is known to his friends and colleagues, completed his nearly half century career with Eagle Power & CASE Construction. An event marked with an afternoon of toasts, comradery, and many stories.
Darwin Boe grew up in the Bluff Country of Wisconsin, in the small village of Taylor. His graduation class numbered just 24 students. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating with a BBA in Accounting. His first job out of college was in the internal auditing department of CASE Construction’s corporate offices. This role took him around North America, seeing every conceivable product, application, challenge, and success. Most importantly, was the wide gamut of people he was able to meet and the truly unique experiences he partook in, providing invaluable stories and life experiences he would relate to for years to come.
After two years he had married and wanted to get off the road. He was given two choices to join a regional store as CFO: Philadelphia or Los Angeles. He chose CASE Power in Philadelphia. He would be in that role ever since; being among many who stayed with the organization as Jerry McDonald purchased the CASE Montgomeryville and New Castle stores creating Eagle Power. In his role he can rightly say to have had a direct hand in getting CASE equipment, among other leading brands, to customers throughout the Delaware Valley for nearly a half century.
“Looking back I can say I have a lot of words, maybe not a lot of wisdom,” Bo said with a smile recently. “The best parts of this job come from the people you work with. No two days are the same, every day gives you an opportunity and a challenge. What makes it work is the people. The reason I stayed with this organization for my entire career was because it is a family business. Everyone here is part of that family. It makes all the difference when you come in each morning and knowing that the next generation is taking up the charge makes leaving each day special.”
“Bo is a legend here at Eagle as well as the entire industry” reflected Matt McDonald, President of Eagle Power & Equipment. “Bo has worked tirelessly for almost 50 years, and a huge part of Eagle’s success is due to him. He has been a mentor and a guide to me for 27 years. I am very happy for him and hope he will enjoy every minute of his well deserved retirement.
“It has truly been my honor to have worked with Bo” said Bridget McDonald, Vice President of Eagle Power & Equipment. “His vast experience has been invaluable to me. Bo has taught me so much about the business, there wasn’t one question that I had that he hadn’t experienced before, and he always provided sound advice. I am going to miss seeing him everyday and spending time with him. Bo is an institution at Eagle Power and an interictal part of our success!”
Bo looks forward to an active retirement. There will be more time for golf of course but more importantly time to spend with his family, especially his grandsons. The legacy of Bo continues at Eagle Power as Darwin’s son David is in the role of Equipment Manager. Amanda Smith assumes the role and responsibilities of company Controller.
The entire Eagle Power & Equipment family wishes Bo a happy and well-earned retirement!
