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Versatility is a key feature of Komatsu’s highly adaptable PW148-10 wheeled excavator. This new short tail machine is suited to use on job sites with limited space, such as in towns and cities or on narrow roads with heavy traffic. Power comes from a Komatsu SAA4D107E-2 engine that is emissions compliant for use in Europe, highly fuel efficient and delivers 90kW, an increase in output over the earlier model. The operating weight of the machine ranges from 13.7-15.6tonnes depending on the specification.

The new MOBA-MATIC II levelling control system is said to offer an array of innovative features that improve ease of use and safety. The control handset now comes with a large screen so that the most important value is always within view of the operator. It also has a backlit keypad making working in low, ambient light far easier. Most importantly, however, is that with a single control panel, both sides of the screed can now be controlled from one screen making it both substantially easier and safer fo

MOBA is introducing a sophisticated compaction control package. The innovative MCA-500 machine control system is designed for use with compactors and can be used in both earthmoving and road construction applications. The system allows the compactor operator to monitor progress in real-time on the display. The driver can see key information during the compaction process, such as the intelligent compaction value (ICV), vibration frequency and amplitude. This ensures that over- and under-compaction can be

Volvo said that its new DD25B double drum compactor offers a combination of high productivity and performance. Power for the DD25 double drum comes from a Tier 4 Final/Stage IV-compliant engine, and it achieves outstanding results with maximum machine uptime. The three-cylinder diesel is said to be durable and fuel-efficient and meets the Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions regulations without requiring an after-treatment system. Delivering 18.6kW, the Volvo D1.7A engine is said to be well-matched to the co

According to Atlas Copco Dynapac, its new CT3000 tamping compactor offers rapid and efficient operation. The machine has been designed to efficiently achieve specified densities on cohesive and semi-cohesive soils. With an operating weight of 22.5tonnes and an average production capacity of 820.7m3/h, the Dynapac CT3000 is ideal on projects such as highways and airport runways, where large-volume earthmoving is required. Power comes from a 194kW Cummins turbo-diesel engine, which drives through an au

Airport markings play an important role in providing guidance to pilots when an aircraft is coming in to land or taxiing, as well as for guiding ground vehicles. Ensuring these markings are in good condition is crucial for safety and requires an effective maintenance strategy by the airport. The quality of the signs and markings regulating traffic at an airport can optimise operating efficiency as well as safety. The visibility of signs, especially night visibility, should meet the requirements of the relev

Polish heavy equipment manufacturer Dressta has unveiled its TD9 hydrostatic crawler dozer. The TD9 is the first of three new world-class models that range from around 55-75kW and will be available from the third quarter of 2015. All three models are equipped with Cummins Tier IV Final engines with ultra-clean after-treatment systems and provide excellent fuel efficiency, says Dressta.

Swedish producer Thomas Concrete Group has acquired assets belonging to Coastal Concrete, a US company that operates 10 concrete plants in Georgia and South Carolina. This move will develop the position of the Thomas Concrete Group on the US East Coast between Atlanta and Raleigh. Coastal Concrete is one of the leading producers of ready-mixed concrete in several major cities along the Atlantic coast of Georgia and South Carolina. The acquisition will develop the firm’s strong position in these states.

Hitachi claims high performance for its new ZW140PL-5 wheeled loader. The new parallel linkage tool carrier model is said to suit duties such as loading and unloading materials. Highly versatile the machine is said to offer extensive load control as the lift arm provides parallel movement from ground level. Like all Hitachi ZW-5 wheel loaders, it has been designed to meet the requirements of its European customers. Key features include operator comfort and safety, manoeuvrability and easy maintenance. Powe

In the UK, the busy Dartford Tunnel has benefited from the use of powerful pumping technology during improvements intended to boost traffic flow. Pump hire specialist, Sykes Pumps, helped by providing a pumping system, so as to enable piling for the conversion programme to a fully-electronic payment infrastructure.

A contractor in the US is now using a piece of equipment for a specific application on a project at Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) Airport. The job required equipment able to deliver high quality to meet tough client requirements, so the contractor decided to use s 255CD Triple Roller Tube Paver from Allen Engineering.

A quarry in the US has managed to boost production by around 30%, thanks to the acquisition of new equipment. Replacing the old crusher at the Lafarge Pitt River Quarry has made a massive increase in production capacity, helped by improvements to the existing crushing circuit. ELRUS Aggregate Systems provided advice on optimizing throughput, with the facility further improved with the addition of a new CH660 cone crusher from Sandvik Construction.

Bobcat recently introduced its S450 skid steer loader at an open day run by its Kuwait dealer. Bahrah Trading Company (BTC) is the Authorised Dealer for the Bobcat equipment range in Kuwait and part of the Al-Sayer Group of Companies. The event was held at the Kuwait International Fair Ground at Mishref, where Bobcat loaders, telehandlers, excavators and attachments were demonstrated alongside Doosan Heavy and Doosan Portable Power products for which BTC is also the Authorised Dealer in Kuwait. Bobcat co

Terex has scored crane deals in both Abu Dhabi and Qatar. Abu Dhabi-based Abu Nasir General Transport has now boosted its equipment fleet with the addition of a Terex AC 100/4L all-terrain crane. The machine joins an existing fleet of Terex cranes with capacities ranging from from 80 to 500tonnes. The company’s operations manager Asif Salim said, “At just 2.55m wide, it’s the most compact machine in its class, which is extremely important when working in confined spaces.” In the 100tonne capacity class an

Contractor Balfour Beatty Mott MacDonald has used Klaruw’s advanced longitudinal grooving system, GrooveTex, to retexture sections of concrete surface on the M20 in the UK. The GrooveTex system improves and restores surface skid resistance by creating micro longitudinal grooves using closely spaced diamond-tipped saw blades at a predetermined width and depth. While being based on proven diamond-grinding techniques, Klaruw’s system is said to be optimised to provide significant improvements.