About Marty Sems
    Marty writes about the heavy machinery, transportation, and other industries for Sandhills Global brands, including Machinery Trader, CraneTrader, and Tree & Landscape Equipment Trader. He is also a senior writer for Sandhills Magazine.

    Latest Blog Posts By Marty Sems

    Sell Farm Machinery At Auction & Wholesale With AuctionTime, Equipmentfacts & Pre-AuctionTime
    Posted On: July 29, 2026
    In addition to multiple world-class retail sales platforms like TractorHouse, Sandhills offers dealers other avenues to sell agricultural equipment and more via auction, wholesale, or a combination of all three. ...
    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted On: July 17, 2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills news, including AI to write your asset descriptions, the new UCC Search app, a new e-commerce solution, and more. ...
    Inventory Swings Affect Used Truck Values In Canada
    Posted On: July 14, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used trucks on Sandhills platforms. ...
    Construction Equipment Inventory Shrinks In Canada As Values Firm Up
    Posted On: July 14, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used construction equipment on Sandhills platforms. ...
    Case Launches 3-Ton CX30D, CX34D & CX38D D-Series Mini Excavators
    Posted On: June 29, 2026
    Case has launched its new CX30D, CX34D, and CX38D 3-ton mini excavators with zero-tailswing maneuverability, attachment-ready hydraulics, compact transportability, and 24.4-horsepower performance. ...
    Canadian Sleeper Truck Values Up, Other Trucks Down In May Market Data
    Posted On: June 26, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used trucks on Sandhills platforms. ...
    Truck VIN Guide Offers Fast, Free Lookup For Fast Track Iron Members
    Posted On: June 15, 2026
    Members of Fast Track Iron, Sandhills Global’s dynamic dealer network, receive exclusive access to the VIN Guide/Serial Number Guide, among many other perks. ...
    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted On: June 4, 2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...
    Canadian Sleeper Truck & Day Cab Prices Rise As Inventory Levels Fall
    Posted On: May 28, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used trucks on Sandhills platforms. ...
    Canadian Construction Equipment Inventory Levels Declined In April
    Posted On: May 25, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting Canadian used construction equipment on MarketBook. ...
    Liebherr Debuts Generation 8 Material Handlers At IFAT 2026
    Posted On: May 14, 2026
    Liebherr recently debuted its Generation 8 material handler prototypes, the LH 18 M Industry and electric LH 22 M Industry E, with the new emCAB cabin and Mobility Kit battery options supporting magnets and recharging during use. ...
    Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor
    Posted On: May 14, 2026
    Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...
    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted On: April 30, 2026
    Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...
    Canadian Ag Equipment Prices Firming Up, Led By 100- To 174-Horsepower Tractors
    Posted On: April 27, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used farm equipment on Sandhills platforms. ...
    Used Truck Market Sees Inventory Fall In February
    Posted On: March 20, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting Canadian used trucks on Sandhills platforms. ...
    Canada Sees Lower Prices On Fewer Used Construction Machines
    Posted On: March 16, 2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting Canadian used construction equipment on Sandhills platforms. ...
    Sandhills’ Flexible Sales Strategies Let You Tune Your Approach For The Best ROI
    Posted On: March 12, 2026
    Sandhills' flexible sales strategies help you sell the way you need to. ...
    Activate OS Is Your Equipment Management Operating System
    Posted On: March 12, 2026
    Activate OS (ActivateOS.com) is an all-in-one equipment management platform used by dealers, heavy equipment fleet o\wners, and rental companies to track assets, automate inspections, and unlock new revenue streams for parts and service. ...
    VIP+ Provides Accurate Valuations Plus Dealer Pricing Tools
    Posted On: March 11, 2026
    The Value Insight Portal+ (VIP+, formerly FleetEvaluator), generates accurate equipment, truck, and trailer valuations plus exclusive dealer pricing tools. ...
    Link-Belt Launches New 180-Ton TCC-1800 Telecrawler Crane At CONEXPO CON/AGG
    Posted On: March 9, 2026
    Link-Belt’s new 180-ton TCC-1800 telescopic crawler crane has a 314-ft maximum tip height, SmartFly jib options, the Pulse 2.0 Rated Capacity Limiter, and V-CALC track charts. ...
    What’s New At Sandhills Global
    Posted On: March 4, 2026
    Get the latest news about updates to Sandhills platforms and apps for auction management, wholesale equipment sales, charter aircraft, vocational trucks, boats for sale, and more. ...
    Komatsu’s 22-Ton XF895-3 Forwarder Is Its Biggest Yet For Tough Logging Jobs
    Posted On: February 25, 2026
    Komatsu launches its 22-ton XF895-3 forwarder in North America with a stronger frame, an upgraded 205F crane option, smarter hydraulics, and an adjustable load space. ...
    Caterpillar’s 6015 Mining Shovel: More Tons Per Year, Not More Cost Per Ton
    Posted On: February 25, 2026
    Caterpillar’s redesigned 6015 mining shovel targets lower cost per ton with 5.5%+ fuel savings, greater uptime, standard bucket linkage autolube, and a more durable undercarriage and slew bearing. ...
    Bobcat Launches New Lithium-Ion Battery Packs For Ride-On Electric Forklifts
    Posted On: February 23, 2026
    Bobcat’s new 48- and 80-volt lithium-ion battery packs for Class I cushion tire, pneumatic-tire, and three-wheel electric forklifts have 50% faster charging, IP65 durability, and cold-weather support. ...
    Kuhn’s High-Capacity 9600 Folding Grain Drill: More Planting, Less Filling
    Posted On: February 13, 2026
    Kuhn’s new 9600 folding mechanical grain drill for small grains and cover crops offers 3.43 bu/ft capacity, simple rate changes, multiple row spacings, and consistent seed placement in varied fields. ...