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Growth of thermoplastic road marking manufacture
February 24, 2012
PROMAX Industries has now broadened its worldwide presence with the establishment of a production facility in Sri Lanka. The firm now has a deal with a local firm for a thermoplastic production plant using the PROMAX CF02 system. The partner for this facility is TDP Products in Kahawala, Padukka. The Sri Lankan producer was set–up by TD Priyantha who has been planning for some time to start manufacturing road marking products for the Sri Lankan market. TDP Products and
EU project looks at highway parking areas
February 24, 2012
Under the EU-funded LABEL project there will be an analysis of secure trucking stops. The European Union Road Federation (ERF) - International Road Federation (IRF), Brussels Programme Centre, looks at what it can achieve Whenever we have to travel long distances by car we are faced with the prospect of having to stop in order to refuel our vehicle and to rest a bit. As a consequence motorways can boast the presence of a high number of service stations, usually spread out at 20 to 30km intervals, ready to
Effective signage and road markings boost road safety
February 24, 2012
Effective signage and the use of roadmarkings in the most effective manner can reduce risks for all road users - Mike Woof writes
Weigh-in-motion key to maximising road life
February 24, 2012
The market and technology for weigh-in-motion systems continues to evolve – Mike Woof writes. for both mature and developing highway infrastructure networks, traffic densities play an important role in determining road wear and life. Monitoring traffic volumes and individual vehicle weight is crucial for ensuring roads can cope in the long term and that maintenance can be planned, while the problem of overloading can be eliminated.
Intermat key event for new construction technology
February 24, 2012
Key product innovations will be unveiled at Intermat. As one of the world's largest off-highway equipment exhibitions, the Intermat Show in Paris is a key event for new technology introductions for the construction industry. Major manufacturers will unveil a range of new technologies to the industry, as well as highlighting the benefits of their proven equipment designs.
Safer infrastructure needs for motorcycles
February 24, 2012
As the popularity of PTWs in European cities constantly increases, the need for Europe to adapt its road infrastructure environment in order to better cater for the needs of these particular users is becoming more vital everyday.
Infinite uses for transport simulation program
February 24, 2012
The mezzo level transport simulation program from Canadian firm Inro has been finding larger and wider uses recently the firm reports, and it says Dynameq licences for up to 20,000 links have been taken.
Latest GIS and software tools improve operations
February 24, 2012
Innovative GIS and software solutions are coming to market from the three key market players - Mike Woof reports Competition is strong in the field for GIS and surveying systems as well as the associated software. The three major players in the sector, Leica Geosystems, Topcon and Trimble, all invest heavily in research and development and continue to roll out new solutions for construction customers that will boost the efficiency of surveying as well as overall project implementation.
High precision concrete production
February 24, 2012
Innovative plants are coming to the market to produce various types of concrete including new mixes as Patrick Smith reports
Reduced pollution with locally sourced materials
February 24, 2012
Robert Petts provides a practical example of gTKP at work. There is a substantial requirement for a range of sealers and binders in the global road infrastructure sector. The principal need is for the construction and maintenance of road surfaces and pavements. Globally, more than 100 million tonnes of bitumen are produced each year, mostly for use in the road sector.