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Intersection crashes give cause for concern

November 29, 2012

An increased number of intersection crashes is expected in many parts of the US and Europe. Precisely why this is so is not clear, but the period before the end of the year is frequently marked by higher than average numbers of crashes. In the US, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) recorded and increase in crashes of 24% in the period between 21st November and December 31st 2011. Meanwhile injuries rose 18% and serious injuries increased 12% in this period, when compared with the monthly average f

Motorcycle type approval deal for Europe

November 29, 2012

The Members of the European Parliament have now approved the regulation on the approval of two- and three wheelers. This included a number of amendments which have been welcomed by motorcyclists as a compromise. The regulation is setting new rules and technical requirements for manufacturers who sell motorcycles in the European Union. The new rules were intended to improve safety for motorcyclists but in the original form, these would have been expensive to implement and would have resulted in substantial c

Concrete drilling made E-Z

November 29, 2012

E-Z Drill is now introducing its Model 210 Equipment-Mounted concrete drill attachment series. Consisting of three models: the three-gang Model 210-3 EQ MT, four-gang Model 210-4 EQ MT and five-gang Model 210-5 EQ MT, the range is said to be compatible with most backhoe loaders and excavators. The pneumatic drills are said to deliver high productivity and lower maintenance needs, suiting them to full-depth road repair and patching projects. A control panel is mounted on the drill and the units are capable

Bavarian contractor has novel approach

November 29, 2012

In the Southern German state of Bavaria a contractor is using an adapted machine from Sennebogen for concrete paving duties. Munich-based Heilit+Woerner is using the Sennebogen machine as a carrier vehicle for applying bases for road surfaces. Sennebogen supplied one of its SR 25T models as a carrier vehicle for a new road base finisher. The multifunctional device is now used with a paving screed for bound and unbound road bases and allows the contractor to combine stages of work in one. The material can be

Sany Road Machinery is keen to boost exports to developing nations

November 29, 2012

Sany Road Machinery says it is looking to increase exports of its soil compactors, milling machines, asphalt pavers and asphalt compactors. The company has had sales success with exports in certain key territories, most particularly Latin America, Africa and South Asia. Indonesia has been a particularly strong market for the company and Sany Road Machinery wants to capitalise on the strong demand for equipment in the country as Indonesia pushes ahead with its major programme of expansion for its tolled high

Vögele is offering a paver configured for Chinese needs

November 29, 2012

The Vögele Super 1800-2 HD paver has been configured specifically for Chinese market needs. This model features an SB300HD fixed screed that features special wear plating in key areas and can be used for placing roadbase or cement-treated base, laying up to 700tonnes/hour. The chassis is slightly longer than the standard model Super 1800-2 model and its hopper is modified with a lower feed height to allow loading by the wide range of trucks used in China. Its push rollers can also be moved to reduce impact

LiuGong’s largest wheeled loader on show

November 29, 2012

LiuGong’s largest wheeled loader, the 890 model, has been exhibited at bauma China. With a bucket capacity of 7m3, this machine suit duties in quarrying applications and can be used for loading blasted material at the face into haul trucks for example. It has a load capacity of tonnes and is powered by a 315kW diesel, making it both productive and powerful according to the firm.

Ritchie Bros opening Chinese auction operations

November 29, 2012

Auction firm Ritchie Bros is planning to hold its first unreserved public auction of construction machinery at the Beijing Tianzhu Free Trade Zone during Spring 2013. Ritchie Bros has leased land in the Tianzhu Free Trade Zone (Shunyi, Beijing), located close to Beijing Capital International Airport, the Tianzhu Free Trade Zone is connected to one of China's largest roll-on, roll-off ports in Tianjin.

French firm Fayat continues to develop its Chinese factories

November 29, 2012

The French Fayat Group’s operations in China continue to develop. Sales and marketing manager Jacques Bonvallet said, “The BOMAG factory in Shanghai is now over 5,000m2. We doubled the factory and this is the third extension to it we’ve made.” He said also that the size of the firm’s Marini facility building asphalt plants at Langfang has been doubled in size to meet demand. The company is particularly strong in China with its BOMAG compaction equipment and Marini asphalt plants, but the company is also ge

Huge mining-sized truck developed by XCMG

November 29, 2012

XCMG’s enormous 400tonne capacity mining truck is another example of the company’s product diversification strategy. Its sophisticated diesel-AC electric drive allows a top travel speed of 50km/h, with advanced retardation and braking systems to maximise safety. The box section chassis is said to strong and durable to suit tough operating cycles while the ergonomic cab gives high levels of operator comfort. Features include an automatic weighing system, a centralised fire extinguishing package, quick oil fi