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MRL’s Mini Mac road marker stands up to the maxi jobs
May 6, 2016
MRL Equipment Company says its Mini Mac series of ride-on, self-propelled road marking machines is a highly manoeuvrable thermoplastic application unit. The Mini Mac is designed to increase production when applying markings for intersections, symbols or lane lines, according to MRL, based in the northern US state of Montana.
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Rondino mixes it up with the GRP wood and steel guardrail
May 6, 2016
Rondino, based in Savigneux, northeastern France, has developed a new range of guardrails - the GRP guardrail. Rondino claims it is the first wood and steel guardrail in the world with such high performance values. The aesthetically pleasing guardrail is CE certified according EN1317, N2 level from W2 to W5.
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Foran Equipment helps Kananaskis kayakers construct course
April 27, 2016
In the Canadian Rocky Mountains, there was a window of opportunity of only several days before these excavators had to be out of the Kananaskis River ahead of nearby Barrier Dam releasing its water. The provincial Alberta Whitewater Association hired local contractor Foran Equipment to bring in their equipment in to re-work the riverbed after severe flooding in June 2013 washed out the kayaking courses.
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Paying for road development
April 21, 2016
All around the world, road expansion and maintenance is both necessary and ongoing. In the developed nations the focus is more on road maintenance and widening, while developing nations are concentrating on new road construction. Road networks are crucial to economic development as well as political stability, which often go hand in hand. The massive growth in the US economy from the 1950s onwards was boosted strongly by the development of the country’s interstate network. But in recent times, funding
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Pavetest’s new thermal cracking test
April 20, 2016
Matest subsidiary Pavetest launched its new thermal stress restrained specimen test (TSRST) machine, the TSRST-Multi, at bauma. Designed for tests set down in the AASHTO TP10-93 and EN 12697-46 standards, the machine can test three specimens simultaneously inside a temperature-controlled cabinet which can vary in increments of 10 degrees between - 40 and +40 degrees C. “We decided to come up with a flexible approach where each station can test statically or dynamically. And you can have any combination,”
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Pavetest’s new thermal cracking test
April 20, 2016
Matest subsidiary Pavetest launched its new thermal stress restrained specimen test (TSRST) machine, the TSRST-Multi, at bauma. Designed for tests set down in the AASHTO TP10-93 and EN 12697-46 standards, the machine can test three specimens simultaneously inside a temperature-controlled cabinet which can vary in increments of 10 degrees between - 40 and +40 degrees C. “We decided to come up with a flexible approach where each station can test statically or dynamically. And you can have any combination,”
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MTG continues to broaden its range of machinery protectors
April 20, 2016
Spanish attachment manufacturer MTG is continuing to broaden its range of protectors for mining and construction machinery with the inclusion of new designs and references. “In line with the aim of providing the best system of comprehensive protection for mining and construction buckets, MTG Systems continues to expand its ProMet range,” says the company.
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Potain launches self-erecting HUP cranes
April 20, 2016
Potain has launched a new range of self-erecting tower cranes that boast a smaller footprint and a greater lifting capacity than the Igo range it replaces. Called the HUP range, there will be two models – the HUP 32-27 is the first, with the HUP 40-30 available at the end of 2016. Where the HUP 30-27 offers a 32m jib and 27m working height, the HUP 40-30 extends to a 40m jib and 30m working height. Suited to space-restricted jobsite, the smaller HUP 32-27 comes with two footprint options - 4m x 4m or
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Liebherr unveils mid-range front loaders, the L526, L538 and L546
April 20, 2016
World premiere at bauma for Liebherr’s upgraded mid-range front loader series, the L526, 538 and 546. The loaders remain with the tried and trusted hydrostatic driveline but have upgraded axles. This improvement, along with a toughened chassis makes them especially suitable to the recycling sector, explained Martin Koller, a spokesman for Liebherr’s loader range. When fitted with foam or solid rubber tyres, as is often the case in recycling yards to guard against punctures, the machines are exceptiona
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John Deere Power Systems to provide powertrain electrification solutions
April 20, 2016
With experience gained from its construction equipment division, John Deere Power Systems is able to provide integrated solutions for OEM customers when it comes to powertrain electrification and hybrid drives. It follows several years of field-testing and customer operation with John Deere 644K and 944K wheeled loaders, which have given the company over 200,000hours of operational time, to shorten the development processes. With the 644K, powertrain electrification has seen the conventional torque c
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JLG’s very compact crawler boom
April 20, 2016
JLG has added another compact crawler boom to its range, the X15J Plus. “It is the most compact machine within its height category on the market,” said Jan-Willem van Wier, product marketing manager Aerial Platforms for JLG. When folded down the X15J Plus is 3.4m long, 748mm wide and 2m high. Once extended, the boom’s tracks extend to 1.1m. “When working in a highway environment, this is the smallest stabilisation area in its height category: 2.8m by 2.8m,” said van Wier. Running on lithium, diesel or pe
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JLG demonstrates its Mobile Analyzer and other smart equipment
April 20, 2016
JLG Industries demonstrated its 'smart' equipment as well as its latest hybrid technology and after-market support at bauma. Products featured include diagnostics tools, safety sensors and telescopic and articulating boom lifts. The JLG Mobile Analyzer is a diagnostic tool for predictive maintenance, leading to less downtime by providing technicians with remote access to program, troubleshoot, calibrate and customise JLG equipment performance. Select machines displayed are fitted with the SkyGuard sensor
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New Indeco multiprocessor
April 20, 2016
Indeco has redesigned its multiprocessor, giving it a more robust body, increasing the size of the jaw opening and improving the geometries of the various jaws. The range has also been modified and extended. The IMP multiprocessor’s pulverizer version now has interchangeable teeth. The shear version has the same features as the ISS Series Indeco shear: reversible and interchangeable cutters, and a dual-profile piercing system.
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Iveco Astra HD9 E6 is truck for most extreme conditions
April 20, 2016
The HD9 Euro VI, Iveco's latest model in its Astra range of large trucks for extreme conditions, features an Astronic 16 speed gearbox and front and rear Kessler reinforced axles. The 560hp truck will carry up to 60tonnes and has a redesigned cab for added comfort. Iveco also offers the Trakker 26tonne quarry and construction vehicle that also features a Euro VI engine with a choice of manual or Eurotronic automated transmissions with a steering column-mounted shift lever. The truck proved its robustness
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Evonik's DYNAVIS technology creates high-performance hydraulic fluids that can save costs
April 20, 2016
Changing the hydraulic fluid is not usually the first thought that comes to mind when looking to improve the performance of machines, but can in fact lead to up to 30% lower fuel consumption under extreme conditions, claims Evonik Industries. Hydraulic fluids featuring Evonik's DYNAVIS technology, such as those from Total and Indian Oil, are able to offer this and other benefits. When compared with hydraulic equipment operating with conventional monograde hydraulic fluids, DYNAVIS-formulated hydraulic
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