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Manitowoc’s new Grove RT770E rough-terrain crane on show at Conexpo 2014
January 20, 2014
Manitowoc’s new Grove RT770E rough-terrain crane will be among the eye-catching mobile crane models at Conexpo 2014. The 65tonne capacity crane offers the claimed longest boom in its class, at 42m, and is said by Manitowoc to be specially designed to give customers all the benefits of a traditional Grove rough-terrain crane, but with extra-long reach. Paul Cutchall, rough-terrain product manager for Manitowoc Cranes in North America, said, “We’re launching the RT770E into probably the most popular c
John Deere’s graders now feature low emission engines
January 20, 2014
John Deere is fitting its G-series graders with the firm’s PowerTech, Tier 4 Final compliant engines. The engine update has also allowed engineers to install a number of other customer-inspired upgrades. In addition to the new emissions solution the machines benefit from better all-around lighting, a more modern radio, an improved rear view camera with a dedicated monitor, and upgraded cab features.
Liebherr’s LTM 1300-6.2 all-terrain crane exhibited at Conexpo 2014
January 17, 2014
The LTM 1300-6.2 all-terrain crane with single-engine drive is the successor to the proven LTM 1250-6.1. Its telescopic boom has been extended by six metres to 78m, and the model’s load capacity has also been increased. Liebherr claims its LTM 1300-6.2 crane is the most powerful mobile crane in the 300tonne class available on the market. While the LTM 1300-6.2 is designed as a simple folding jib crane, it is also said by the German firm to be the smallest luffing jib crane on the market. This provides cran
Hyundai reveals its latest low emission wheeled loader
January 17, 2014
Hyundai Construction Equipment is now introducing its new Tier 4 Interim wheeled loader, the HL740-9A model. This shares many features with other wheeled loaders in the 9A series from the firm, such as high power and productivity across a wide range of applications. This new machine features improvements such as better durability and operator comfort, as well as high performance.
Haulotte introduces its high lift platform to North America
January 17, 2014
Haulotte is offering its high specification HT67 RTJ platform for the first time in the North American market. This telescoping boom platform is said to offer the best performance in its class and an unmatched working envelope at all levels. The machine is already proven in Europe, where it is marketed at the HT23RTJ. The machine offers a platform working height of 20.5m (67’) and a horizontal outreach of 18.3m (60’ 5”), which it claims is significantly more than its major competitors. Meanwhile load capaci
New 21tonne class excavator from Hyundai
January 17, 2014
The new mid-size excavator from Hyundai Construction Equipment is the Tier 4 Interim compliant R220LC-9A, being introduced at Conexpo. This 22.5tonne excavator is said to offer improved hydraulics, increased operator comfort and added durability, while it suits duties in mid-sized earthmoving projects.
MOBA’s mobile automation solutions at Conexpo
January 17, 2014
MOBA’s new PAVE-IR Scan system offers a new way of monitoring and documenting the temperature during asphalt paving for an entire project. As a result, contractors can optimise their work and verify the quality of the paving process. With the system’s intelligent temperature scanner, the system measures the asphalt temperature over the whole paving width of up to eight metres. The temperature profile is displayed in real-time on the display and the operator can react at any time if irregularities occur. All
Powerful, clean running excavator from Doosan
January 17, 2014
Doosan says that its new DX225LC excavator offers increased performance and a lower environmental impact than for the previous model. The machine features an array of performance upgrades, with a key feature being its Tier 4 Interim compliant diesel.
Custom Equipment’s Hy-Brid HB-1430 low-level scissor lift at Conexpo 2014
January 17, 2014
Custom Equipment is showcasing its Hy-Brid HB-1430 low-level scissor lift at Conexpo 2014. With the HB-1430 lift, contractors and maintenance technicians are said to be able complete nearly any project at working heights up to 6.1m. The all-purpose lifts also allow end users to handle jobs that include multiple applications from start to finish in industries as diverse as construction, drywall, electrical, HVAC, industrial manufacturing, painting and plumbing.
Improved ADTs from Caterpillar at Conexpo
January 17, 2014
New engines with more power, advanced transmission control, improved cabs and better serviceability are amongst the key features of Caterpillar’s new C-Series ADTs. These are the 725C, 730C, and 730C EJ ejector models, which are said to meet customer demand for increased productivity, lower operating costs, better availability, long-term durability and high resale values.
Liebherr’s new LB 44-510 rotary drilling rig at Conexpo
January 17, 2014
Liebherr’s new 173tonne LB 44-510 rotary drilling rig offers 510kNm of torque, while the model’s in-house manufactured hydraulic drive provides automated torque adjustment, optimal continuous speed and four electronically adjustable speed ranges. The LB 44-510 has been designed for drilling diameters of up to 3m and up to 92m drilling depths. The drilling rig is driven by a 505kW Stage IIIB/ Tier 4i V8 diesel engine.
Liebherr’s THS 110 D-K crawler concrete pump showcased at Conexpo 2014
January 17, 2014
The Liebherr crawler concrete pump THS 110 D-K provides a maximum concrete output of 102 m³/h and is equipped with a six-cylinder engine. Smooth running and outstanding suction performance are said to be the hallmarks of the THS 110 D-K’s powerful pump unit, while an open hydraulic circuit is said by Liebherr to guarantee reduced system maintenance requirements. The new Liebherr crawler concrete pump is particularly suited for applications in which pumping of the concrete is constantly being relocated ar
Higher production from caterpillar’s new wheeled loaders
January 17, 2014
Caterpillar claims its latest 966M and 972M wheeled loader variants offer increased performance than the earlier models they replace. The new 966M, 966M XE, 972M and 972M XE wheeled loaders are powered by Tier 4 Final compliant diesels featuring proven electronic, fuel, air and aftertreatment components.
Doka’s DokaTruss table and Super Climber SCP on show at Conexpo 2014
January 17, 2014
Doka is inviting Conexpo 2014 visitors to take a look into the future of formwork technology – with the Austrian firm’s DokaTruss table and Super Climber SCP on show. A modular forming machine optimised for highrise cores, Doka says the new and improved version of the proven Super Climber SCP has been “rigorously developed”. In combination with DokaTruss table, a system aimed for setting and stripping large slab formwork, high speed construction cycles can, says Doka, be achieved efficiently. In the Comp
CIFA exhibiting its K45H Carbotech concrete pump at Conexpo2014
January 17, 2014
CIFA is showcasing its K45H truck-mounted concrete pump at Conexpo 2014. The model has a five-section boom, with the last two sections made of CIFA’s innovative light and resistant Carbotech composite material, allowing it to be mounted on smaller trucks. Overall weight of the pump plus truck is less than 32tonnes, while the boom’s total height when in vertical position is nearly 45 meters.