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Sumitomo shows paver with electric heating
January 6, 2017
Sumitomo showcased a new model of its HA60C J-paver2360, equipped with electric heating. The paver heating system is quick to reach the required temperatures from the start, said the company. The design also improves fuel consumption for greater operational efficiency. An LPG heating system is also available. The J-paver screed features variable width range, enabling the machine to pave any width from 2.3m to 6m without the need for any extra extension equipment. The width can be changed during paving witho
Power Curbers focuses on slipforming versatility
January 6, 2017
Power Curbers and its sister company Power Pavers exhibited the adaptable 5700-C and SF-1700 models at bauma, slipformers that have been both designed to provide the customer with a high degree of versatility.
Doosan’s powerful new compressor suits duties in extraction markets
January 6, 2017
Doosan Portable Power is offering its new large 25/280 portable compressor, which meets Stage IIIB/Tier 4 Interim emission regulations. The 25/280 portable compressor has a free air delivery of 28.3m³/min at a rated operating pressure of 25.1bar. Dual pressure regulation is a standard feature of the 25/280 compressor, allowing it to supply compressed air at operating pressures of both 25.1 or 17.2 bar. Dual pressure regulation expands the scope of applications for the 25/280 compressor which includes poweri
Cat’s new compactors said to offer more power with less fuel usage
January 6, 2017
Cat says an Eco-mode facility on its new CB24B and CB34B compactors, being launched at bauma, combines increased engine power availability with lower fuel usage. The CB24B and CB34B meet the European Union (EU) Stage IV/United States (U.S.) EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards. Versions of the C1.5 engine in the CB24B and the C2.2 engine in the CB34B are also available for customers in EU Stage IIIA and US EPA Tier 4 Interim emission standard markets.
Controls has international test appeal
January 6, 2017
Founded in Milan in 1968 with the aim of manufacturing and distributing testing instruments, machines and systems for the construction and civil engineering industries, Controls is now a leading and globally-renowned producer of testing equipment. With branches in France, Mexico, Poland, Spain and the UK, and with more than 100 qualified distributors across the world, Controls says it can satisfy customers with its operating efficiency, technical know-how and after sales care.
Massenza’s proud of strong history of innovation
January 6, 2017
Massenza has been exporting its innovative technology and advanced construction equipment concepts for over 50 years. The firm manufactures and supplies bitumen handling equipment, such as polymer modified bitumen plants, bitumen emulsions plants, spraying tank, bitumen drums melting units, and hot oil heaters. It also specialises in concrete pavers, canal lining machines, and slipform pavers. Through its extensive industry knowledge, built up through uninterrupted research and field experience, Massenza sa
Tecnotest for robust material testing equipment
January 6, 2017
Tecnotest (Italy) is well known on domestic and foreign markets for the robust architecture and innovative design of its equipment and machines, such as its gyratory compactor. A manufacturer of material testing equipment for the past 45 years, the firm says its product range enables it to fulfil the needs of a wide range of customers.
Caterpillar unveils new AP300D paver at bauma
January 6, 2017
A hydrodstatic propel system for smooth control is said to be a key feature of Cat’s new AP300D paver being unveiled at bauma. Described as versatile and manoeuvrable, the AP300D is said to boast paving widths that are easily adjusted with standard hydraulically extendible widths of 1.7m-3.2m, and a 4m maximum width with bolt-on extensions. Using a reduction attachment narrows the paving width to 650mm. Cat’s new paver has a turning radius of 1.65m and fast travel speeds of 16 km/h said to enhance manoeuvra
Roadtec is offering a novel tamper bar screed
January 6, 2017
Roadtec is launching a 2.5m tamper bar screed developed by the firm’s operation in Germany. This screed has been designed as a heavy-duty, high-quality unit. It is designed to suit customer in Europe and in worldwide markets while for US customers, it will be used for RCC applications. Worldwide it will be sold on the new German-built Roadtec asphalt pavers.
Simex’s patented technology changes screener size at the touch of a button
January 6, 2017
After two years of research and development, attachment manufacturer Simex has launched the VSE 40, a screening bucket with a patented mechanism that allows the operator to change the size of the screened material from the cab at the touch of a button. All similar products require eight to 10 hours’ work to change the setting, according to Simex’s assistant general manager Fereico Tamburri. “After we introduced our crushing bucket, we visited lots of crushing sites and found out that for all the screening b