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Arden Equipment says after the success of the Arden Jet launched in 2016, it has decided to extend the innovation to three additional tools from its large range of attachments. these are the universal and dedicated shears; hydraulic concrete pulveriser, and sorting and demolition grabs. The company claims it is the first water spraying system that is factory fitted on a demolition shear to reduce dust that arises during demolition. “The reduction of dust is a major challenge for manufacturers of

Among SANY Europe’s large line-up of hydraulic excavators will be the 50tonne class SY500H. Launched in Europe in Q3 2017, the high configuration digging machine is said to be more energy saving, environmental friendly and efficient than its predecessors. The SY500H draws on a powerful 298kW EU Stage IV/Tier 4 Final Cummins engine and has a 2.2m³ capacity bucket. Having already been sold to quarrying and construction sector customers in Germany, France and Spain, SANY Europe believes the SY500H will

Goldhofer claims that its latest heavy equipment trailers offer versatility for construction industry logistics. The firm’s proven and innovative transport solutions are said to meet demanding requirements. One of the innovative systems is the ADDRIVE 6, a six-axle version of a revolutionary transport solution. This system offers a combination of trailered and self-propelled modules in a single vehicle. The firm says that the ADDRIVE system can handle a wide range of cargos efficiently and this package can

Bell Equipment is now offering a twin axle variant of its 28tonne capacity hauler called the B30E 4x4. This machine is aimed at use with small to medium-sized quarries that feature integrated aggregate production facilities. However the firm claims that the new machine offers distinct advantages over more conventional haulers. According to Bell Equipment product marketing manager, Tristan du Pisanie, the Bell B30E 4x4 offers a key alternative to the company's conventional 6x6 ADT. This new model provides a

SAE claims high energy efficiency for its eTANKS, which also meet the latest economic, environmental and transport requirements.

Hamm is now offering a wider range of compaction machines featuring oscillation systems than ever before. These are available in a wide array of asphalt (and soil) compaction size classes, with 30 models offered to suit an array of different site requirements. The firm developed its first compactor with oscillation instead of vibration 35 years ago and machines with this feature now account for 25% of production. Oscillation type compaction is particularly well suited to use on bridge decks as the forces

Controls has developed a new range of testing systems that can help surveyors and contractors assess work areas more speedily and efficiently. The firm’s EmS Soil Mechanics Testing Equipment is said to evaluate material for quickly and accurately. The new Wykeham Farrance fully automatic range gives the user access to cost effective soil testing systems that also offer high quality performance and precise measurements. The systems utilise the latest electromechanical servoactuation (EmS) technology, which

Bomag is now fitting its compact asphalt rollers in the 3-5tonne class with dual amplitudes. This new feature allows the BW 135 AD-5 and BW 138 AD/AC-5 models to be used for a wider range of applications. A rotary switch allows the operator to simply switch between the low and large amplitude. On a variety of applications, the high amplitude of 0.5mm provides fast and economical compaction. The lower amplitude of 0.2mm in the front and rear drums provides more sensitive compaction of thinner layers and

BOMAG is now offering split drums on its Tango4 oscillating asphalt compactor. By fitting split drums, the machine can be used to turn tighter corners without damaging the road surface. According to BOMAG, the firm is seeing an increase in demand for its oscillating type rollers as these machines are well-suited to compaction jobs of thin wearing course materials, without risking damaging aggregates. The split drum design further increases the capabilities of the machines by allowing them to operate in

If ready-mix concrete is not an option for underground sealing, stabilisation and grouting, then Blastcrete Equipment’s Mine Mate will step up. The low-profile Mine Mate mixes and pumps concrete material for shotcrete applications. It features Blastcrete’s X-10 ultra high-pressure swing tube pump for the wet-mix shotcrete process. In contrast to the dry shotcrete – gunite - the wet shotcrete process minimises dust and improves visibility making it much safer, particularly for underground use. Featuring a co

PVC composite material guardrails, as well as noise barriers and lagging panels, are being offered by Korea-based Caris Guardrail. These resin products with a honeycomb structure offer increased strength and elasticity needed to withstand an impact from a vehicle at high speeds, according to the company. Importantly, the company says that the fluorescent material enables the guardrail to be seen in the dark under low lighting conditions, thereby increasing safety for drivers. From the aesthetic point of

The western Canadian province of British Columbia has signed a deal with Lindsay for deployment of the company’s Road Zipper on the Alex Fraser Bridge The Bridge connects Richmond and New Westminster with North Delta in the Greater Vancouver area. The moveable barrier replaces a static concrete barrier in an attempt to increase traffic flow during peak periods. The Alex Fraser Bridge joins other bridges around the world, such as the Benjamin Franklin Bridge over the Delaware River in the US, that now us

Unbreakable glare panels from Korean company ETI literally bounce back from an accident, according to the manufacturer. The panels are made from EVA, an elastomeric polymer that is soft to the touch and extremely flexible, akin to rubber. It is popularly known as an expanded rubber or foam rubber and is extremely resilient with good clarity and gloss and stress-crack resistance. Products using EVA include ski boots, bicycle saddles, wakeboards and water skis. These properties make ETI’s glare panels suit

The northern English city of Gateshead has adopted Signstr8 anti-rotational sign posts from SignPost Solutions to help reduce maintenance costs. Gateshead has specified Signstr8 for all of its steel post sign installations where strength capacity allows. As opposed to standard round poles, the 76mm diameter steel Signstr8 pole has a 30mm flat face to prevent the sign from being misaligned or rotated. The design avoids the need for costly call-outs to ensure signs are correctly orientated. They can prevent

The Rollsroller Traffic flatbed mounting and lamination applicator, from Swedish sign maker Rollsroller, is designed specifically for high-volume production of road signs It has a special profile bed adjustable to fit almost any extruded guide sign panels, according to the manufacturer. Bed length for the Rollsroller Traffic 600/145T model is 6,000mm and width is 1,450mm. The pneumatically controlled roller is automatically adjusted for substrates up to 60mm. The adjustable aluminium profile bed is desig