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Planning is now well in hand for the 16th International Road Federation World Meeting 2010 in Portugal. The event is being held in Portuguese capital Lisbon from Tuesday 25th may to Friday 28th May and includes a top-flight programme of speakers and conference topics.

Earthmoving machines remain the backbone of construction operations - writes Mike Woof. ADTs, excavators and wheeled loaders play pivotal roles in most construction jobs with the earthmoving stage providing a key component of most projects.

Montabert is now offering an innovative technology on its new V4500 breaker that offers automatic speed selection. The V4500 hydraulic breaker can be mounted on excavators from 45-80tonnes and is said to offer high productivity, reliability and durability, a high power to weight ratio, easy maintenance, a long life span and a high resale value. Weighing in at 4.5tonnes with top bracket and tool the V4500 works with a maximum input power of 117kW, a hydraulic flow of 380 litres/min and delivers a frequency o

Allen Engineering has developed its new E-Screed for use in confined pour areas. This unit is driven by a high-frequency electric motor that is said to be reliable and durable, with power from a re-chargeable, high-performance 36V battery that can be replaced on-site. The no-maintenance motor is precisely regulated with a variable speed controller and the battery delivers charge-anytime performance over 1500+ life cycles.

Leica Geosystems says that sophisticated PowerDigger 2D guidance system for excavators offers automatic slope control. The system expands on its PowerSnap technology and is said to make excavating easier and more productive. The system uses a standard panel whether fitted to a dozer, excavator or grader, which is also said to save money on training and equipment, as well as reducing down time. Leica PowerDigger 2D system allows multiple elevations and slopes to be constructed at any orientation, witho

Sri Lanka's war ravaged roads will begin to benefit from a massive improvement programme shortly, following the cessation of hostilities. Some US$3 billion is being spent in the north and east of the country according to the Highways Ministry.

Komatsu is rolling out its new PC190-8 excavator, which replaces the previous PC180-7 model. The new machine weighs in at up to 20tonnes and features an engine power increase of 7% over the previous model, boosting performance and productivity. Digging output is increased due to features such as a 200mm longer monoboom, and a maximum bucket capacity of 1.14m3. Lifting capacity is increased and the PC190-8 lifts over a tonne more than the PC180-7, while it offers a bucket digging force of 1.2tonnes, which

Efficient earthmoving is allowing productive road construction in the Egyptian desert, Mike Woof reports. Despite ferocious desert temperatures, efficient earthmoving operations will help build new road links in Southern Egypt. Close to the Egyptian city of Assuit, the contractor Orascom is working on three key desert highway projects that will provide vital transport connections for the country's growing economy.

Utranazz is offering a demountable concrete batching plant designed for high mobility, called the Ecomix 40S MVBP. The Ecomix 40S is a high performance volumetric mixing unit that is available in a range of versions to suit the customer's needs. The skid-mounted or fixed truck-mounting versions are the standard models. A demountable model suitable for use with a hook loader system onto a flat bed truck is offered and featuring collapsible legs, this can be set-up and ready for use within a short space of ti

Sandvik Construction is introducing the latest developments from its leading product ranges, and emphasising its commitment to its customers and specific business requirements.

REMU hopes its Big Float 800 floating excavator will be a splash hit on its unveiling at Intermat 2012.

Plans are being formulated for a road tunnel in Bhutan, with phase one of a feasibility study now having been completed by the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI).

Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe (HHIE) is releasing the first models of a new range of -9A Series wheel loaders.

When the main commuter route into Cardiff, the Welsh capital, began to suffer from acute deformation, the Vale of Glamorgan Council required a durable and faster alternative to hot rolled asphalt to ensure minimum disruption for local road users.

UK engineering firm DavyMarkham is now owned by Indian company, Hindustan Dorr Oliver (HDO). The Indian firm is a subsidiary of IVRCL Infrastructures & Projects and this acquisition provides HDO with an entry into the heavy engineering market.

Construction of Tunisia's new north-south highway will start shortly. The 152km highway will link Sfax and Gabès and the construction schedule calls for the building of underpasses, flyovers, interchanges, tollgates and 10 bridges.

A new PMB plant has opened in Dubai as part of the French Total Group's plans to expand in the Middle East. As part of the Total Group's plans for expansion in Middle East countries, a decision was taken in 2008 to include specific facilities dedicated to supply raw bitumen and to manufacture polymer modified bitumen (PMB).

Wirtgen’s new generation of its cold recycler and soil stabiliser, the WR 240i, features a cab that can be offset beyond the side of the machine, giving a clear view of the milled edge.

With the construction equipment industry gearing up for the bauma 2010 exhibition, the organisers are also revealing further details of specific events at the show.

GPS machine control for earthworks and concrete paving is helping to fast track construction of an irrigation canal in Turkey - Claire Symes reports. The Turkish economy is expected to flourish as a result of construction of a new irrigation channel currently underway in the east of the country. This canal is benefiting from the latest concrete paving and earthmoving technology and will bring with it prosperity to a deprived area of the country. But the project is already taking the lead in terms of Turkish