Bauma will be the platform for Soilmec’s next generation of hydraulic drilling rigs for large diameter piles and smaller drilling rigs for micropiles and anchoring. The new rigs have been designed by the ground engineering specialist to improve productivity and operating flexibility and are installed with tier 3 and 4 diesel engines. Powerful and lightweight rotaries have allowed torque levels to increase by up to 20% and the units use high-strength steels. To further improve safety and efficiency, they als
January 6, 2017
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The new SM-14 drilling rig can operate parallel to its tracks
688 Bauma will be the platform for 2959 Soilmec’s next generation of hydraulic drilling rigs for large diameter piles and smaller drilling rigs for micropiles and anchoring. The new rigs have been designed by the ground engineering specialist to improve productivity and operating flexibility and are installed with tier 3 and 4 diesel engines. Powerful and lightweight rotaries have allowed torque levels to increase by up to 20% and the units use high-strength steels. To further improve safety and efficiency, they also have a new high-speed winch version pull-down system. Switching from a cylinder to a winch system is quick and easy, says Soilmec, and the machines are highly adaptable for a variety of different applications. The new rigs come with wider cabs, greater levels of comfort and visibility and a Soilmec drilling mate system to allow control of all the operating parameters. The new SM-8, SM-14, SM-16 drilling rigs are the result of co-operation between Soilmec and Puntel engineering. They all offer an extensive series of movements, says Soilmec, which make it possible to work in various positions and to perform lateral movements in total safety. The machines can also operate parallel to the tracks. All new models include a crawler undercarriage with a tilting gauge, which enables improved agility, stability and safety.
Sandvik claims that its 18.9tonne CH550 cone crusher offers customers good material shape and low operating costs in a range of material applications. A development of the company’s Hydrocone design, the CH550 can be configured for either secondary or tertiary crushing applications with a wide performance range.
Mitas has unveiled the newest addition to its family of ERL earthmoving tyres, the 20.5R25 ERL-50. The tyre will become available for sale worldwide by July. Mitas makes specific tyres for machines operating in demanding conditions, including gravel and rock quarries. The Mitas ERL series features 12 tyres of 28mm to 90mm tread depth, with the ERL-50 designed for rocky conditions.
Hexagon continues to develop its software portfolio with the acquisition of Listech, which will compliment its array of construction solutions and particularly those of its Leica Geosystems subsidiary. Listech offers software solutions that aid with data processing and help streamline workflows in land management, construction and engineering projects.
Hexagon continues to develop its software portfolio with the acquisition of Listech, which will compliment its array of construction solutions and particularly those of its Leica Geosystems subsidiary. Listech offers software solutions that aid with data processing and help streamline workflows in land management, construction and engineering projects.
