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Safer traversing of utility works
March 9, 2016
Oxford Plastics says that its SafeKerb ramp units exceed the requirements of wheelchair guidelines and disability legislation. The Safekerb SupaGrip products provide a safe means for wheelchair and pushchair users to go up or down a kerb or step. These units can be used when a footpath is closed for utility works. This innovative product has been designed by market-leading UK manufacturer Oxford Plastics to comply with and exceed the requirements of the Wheel Chair Boarding Ramp Specification, the Safet
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New signals aimed at cycle lane use
March 9, 2016
SWARCO Traffic is offering a range of Mini-Signals to meet the need for street-level signals for bicycle lanes. The first signals are already being installed in the UK as part of London’s new Cycle Superhighway routes. The Mini- Signals use a bespoke LED technology that gives a high light output but consumes minimal power. The signals require next to no maintenance and are also highly reliable and durable according to the firm. Made from high-strength polycarbonate, the signals are suited to city centre a
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Costa Rica road project planned
March 9, 2016
Costa Rica’s Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) is looking to secure financing for the second phase of its PRVC cantonal road programme. MOPT is hoping to secure the necessary funding from the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB). A loan of US$140 million will be required. The first phase of the project was funded by a $60 million loan from the IADB. This first phase includes the construction of new roads in Mora, Santa Ana, San Mateo, Turrubarres and Zarcero. MOPT hopes to receive funds for th
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Vietnam planning road and bridge programme
March 9, 2016
Vietnam’s Government is setting out plans for a major programme of road and bridge work. The programme calls for a series of road maintenance works as well as bridge building projects. Maintenance will be carried out on 61km of road spanning more than 61km while upgrades will be carried out to 676km of roads. The links being improved include roads in Soc Trang, An Giang, Hai Duong, Ninh Binh, Ha Tinh, Nghe An, Lau Chau and Ha Giang provinces.
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Malaysia mega tunnel project
March 9, 2016
A massive tunnel project is set to commence in Malaysia shortly. This impressive project includes the construction of three expressways and an undersea tunnel and is intended to link Penang island to the mainland. The work is set to commence on the 15th June 2016, with the first stage being the construction of the Air Itam-Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway bypass. The main contractor for the project is Consortium Zenith BUCG (CZBUCG) and its partner for the undersea tunnel is China Railway Construction. The pr
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ARTBA information source goes online
March 9, 2016
An interactive US map featuring the latest state news and information on transportation funding issues is now online. This has been set up by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). The redesigned Transportation Investment Advocacy Centre (TIAC) website is an upgrade of the site originally launched in 2014 by ARTBA. The new TIAC—www.transportationinvestment.org—is a first-of-its-kind, dynamic online education program aimed at helping private citizens, elected officials, organisation
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Sandvik introduces smart drilling rig system
March 9, 2016
Sandvik has developed a sophisticated radio remote controlled drill rig technology. The new remote screen is a wireless screen solution for radio remote controlled drill rigs. This new solution allows the attachment of the screen to the radio remote controller, offering a considerable advance over earlier systems installed inside the cab. The remote screen is based on a common mobile device hardware platform with an Android operating system. Practically, this means that any mobile device can be chose
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Indeco broadens hydraulic attachment range
March 9, 2016
Indeco is broadening its range of hydraulic attachments with the addition of two new shears. The new ISS 30/50 and the ISS 35/60 take the place of the earlier ISS 30/60 and offer an improved shape and increased jaw opening. As the firm now offers two shears rather than just one, this also allows users to better optimise the unit for the size carrier being used. Each ISS rotating shear can be either stick- or bucket-mounted. The firm also offers a fixed version which is mounted straight onto the excavator ar
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Indeco broadens hydraulic attachment range
March 9, 2016
Indeco is broadening its range of hydraulic attachments with the addition of two new shears. The new ISS 30/50 and the ISS 35/60 take the place of the earlier ISS 30/60 and offer an improved shape and increased jaw opening. As the firm now offers two shears rather than just one, this also allows users to better optimise the unit for the size carrier being used. Each ISS rotating shear can be either stick- or bucket-mounted. The firm also offers a fixed version which is mounted straight onto the excavator ar
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Caterpillar’s versatile, short tailswing excavator
March 9, 2016
Caterpillar claims that its new 25tonne compact radius excavator offers increased performance and capabilities over the firm’s earlier model in this class. The 325F is powered by a Cat C4.4 ACERT engine rated at 120kW and which meets the Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions requirements while the excavator also benefits from an upgraded hydraulic system. The machine has a full-size, ROPS-equipped cab said to offer safety and comfort, as well as good all-round visibility. The machine is available with technolo
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