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Eagle Iron Works develops Mark VI systems control for sand tanks
January 23, 2014
Eagle Iron Works has developed ways to make its system controls even simpler for customers, and a series of changes to its line of Mark V controls for its sand classifying tanks have led to the development of the Mark VI line. Improvements to the operating system include improving accuracy and simplicity of the calibration process allowing the operator to quickly and easily make adjustments to product calibration if the projected sample gradation and the actual sample graduation from the stockpile are not
DustBoss DB-100 from DCT delivers massive coverage area
January 23, 2014
Dust Control Technology, among the leaders in open area dust suppression, has announced its newest and largest-ever design with the introduction of the DustBoss DB-100. Engineered specifically to deliver the power to reach the working face of large quarries and open cast mines, the new dust suppressor has a range of more than 100m, giving it ample reach to cover material stockpiles 61m-91.5m high. The giant atomised misting unit from DCT stands nearly 2.4m tall, and can cover an area of more than 26,000m²
Caterpillar introduces more productive wheeled loaders
January 23, 2014
Caterpillar has designed its 980M and 982M wheeled loaders for fast loading purposes. The 982M can load an on/off-highway trucks in two passes and is powered by a Tier 4 Final compliant C13 diesel rated at 292kW, while it shares features with the 980M model which is powered by a C13 diesel rated at 288kW. Compared with the 980M aggregates handler, design changes in the 982M’s frame, linkages, hydraulics, power and powertrain extend its application range to sand and gravel and earth bank excavation and even
New rigid trucks with high performance from Caterpillar
January 23, 2014
Increased productivity and reduced cycle times are key features of Caterpillar’s latest 770G and 772G off-highway trucks. Major upgrades have been made in emissions technology, transmission and traction control systems, helping to boost output onsite. The new 770G has a nominal capacity of 36.3tonnes and is powered by a Cat C15 diesel rated at 356kW while the 772G offers a payload of 47.1tonnes and is driven by a Cat C18 diesel delivering 410kW. The trucks are designed to meet the needs of worldwide market
All-weather pothole repair goes global
January 21, 2014
Ultracrete Instant Road Repair, a cold lay asphalt concrete which has been continuously developed over the past 35 years, is said to be being used all over the world with excellent results. Some of the major projects benefiting from its application include Germany’s Potsdam Autobahn, where peak traffic reaches 900,000 vehicles a day, and Nigeria’s Gbongan-Oshogbo and Ilesa Road – crucial routes for keeping the area’s rural communities connected. Ultracrete Instant Road Repair also has been used in countries
Alternative payment
January 21, 2014
Drivers in the UK cities of Leeds and Manchester have had the chance to use a novel alternative payment method for using car park facilities. Users of the city centre parks were able to pay with horse chestnuts instead of money.
Size matters
January 21, 2014
A man in America has built the world’s smallest road legal car. This measures 63.5cm high by 65.4cm wide and 126.5cm long. The man regularly drives the vehicle on the road close to his home in Austin, Texas. He says passers-by often stop him as they want to be photographed with the vehicle, which has plastic bodywork from a model of a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air and a motor from a child’s quad bike. Meanwhile a man in Italy has built the world’s tallest driveable motorcycle. This resembles a ‘chopper’ with high
50th anniversary celebration for Komatsu’s Italian facility
January 21, 2014
Komatsu’s utility equipment operation in Italy recently held its 50th anniversary celebration, as well as highlighting new product developments. The current plant was established by the Italian firm FAI in the town of Este around 30 years ago, close to the city of Venice. When rules on importation of machine into Europe were established in the late 1980s, Komatsu discussed a partnership with FAI. This was established in 1988, later buying out the majority share in the plant held the Italian founder in the e
Suitable delivery
January 21, 2014
A former backhoe loader operator in Wales received the sort of funeral he would perhaps have appreciated. The man died aged 83, having driven a backhoe loader for 40 years of his working life. And when his coffin was transported to the crematorium for the funeral service, it was carried in the bucket of a backhoe loader that had been cleaned and polished specially for the trip.
Hot cars
January 21, 2014
The owner of a new Jaguar car had an unwelcome surprise when he returned to where the vehicle had been parked on a hot day in UK capital London. He had left the car in a street close to where a new building is being constructed, which features large areas of glass in its design. Unfortunately the reflected light from the building’s glass areas was concentrated on the car, proving sufficiently hot to melt some of the plastic trim.
Electric dreams
January 21, 2014
A team of engineering and science students in the Eindhoven University of Technology in Holland have constructed the world’s first solar powered family car. This four-seater is claimed to be able to travel nearly 600km on a sunny day while carrying four people.
Topcon unveils Hybrid Robotic System
January 21, 2014
Topcon Positioning Group has unveiled its Hybrid Robotic System, featuring the new DS series robotic total station and the recently announced MAGNET v2.0 software suite, a Topcon enterprise solution for the geomatics industry. Other Topcon components in the cutting-edge HRS include the economical HiPer SR GNSS receiver and Tesla large-screen tablet controller. The new system combines GNSS positioning and robotic measurements with an automated data workflow to provide added versatility and efficiency for
Skiing on road
January 21, 2014
A cross country skiier in Venezuela has broken his own world distance record, using the country’s road network. The man uses roller skis and broke his earlier distance record of 2,306km with a 2,500km journey made across Venezuela.
MP300 Series multi-processors for Cat hydraulic excavators
January 21, 2014
Caterpillar Work Tools has introduced its new generation of Multi-Processors for Cat hydraulic excavators. Caterpillar's Multi-Processor MP300 Series (MP318 and MP324) is said to be able to handle virtually any demolition job by using the basic housing together with a choice of up to six available jaw sets. Other models will be added to the standard offering at a later stage. "We are applying technologies which reduce our customers' owning and operating costs to ensure they make more money when they choo
Cemco exhibit Turbo VSI crusher at Conexpo 2014
January 20, 2014
Cemco will be exhibiting its Turbo 80 VSI crusher at ConExpo 2014. The vertical impact crusher is said by the U.S. firm to be efficient, highly productive and capable of processing a variety of aggregate materials and industrial minerals. Available in two models, the Turbo 80 offers a mid-sized option powerful enough to process materials up to 4-inches wide into a uniform, cubical, crushed, high quality product. Fully customisable, from internal components to portable or stationary configuration, the Tur