Sometimes that tempting empty parking space may be clear for a reason. One motorist learned the hard way that it pays to think why no-one else has left their vehicle in that area.
December 2, 2014
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Sometimes that tempting empty parking space may be clear for a reason. One motorist learned the hard way that it pays to think why no-one else has left their vehicle in that area.
An impatient motorist in the UK recently learned a valuable lesson about paying closer attention to road conditions. Following intense rainfall, traffic on a short section of a busy road in South London came to a halt. Beeping his horn furiously as he negotiated a BMW estate car (station wagon) and a bus that were attempting to deviate to another route, the driver of the Vauxhall ploughed straight ahead. However he soon discovered to his dismay that the stretch of water the other vehicles were trying to avo
Tight deadlines, inclement weather, long travel times and inadequate tank capacity are a few of the challenges facing road marking contractors. But with the right equipment and careful planning, road marking contractors can optimise their investment and uptime, says Borum Industri. "Timing plays a key role in every road marking job. On new roads it is the last part of a project, and if there have been delays along the way, road marking contractors are under pressure to complete the job fast. On existing roa
BOMAG has upgraded its compact city paver, increasing output while reducing exhaust emissions and fuel consumption. A new engine meets the Tier 4 Interim/Stage IIIB emission standard, while a Tier 3/Stage IIIA diesel can also be fitted for markets where low sulphur fuel is not available. Customers can also choose from wheeled or tracked variants. The Ecomode regulates the hydraulics, engine speed and ventilation as required, saving fuel and reducing noise.
The BF300-2 offers a throughput of 300tonnes/ho
