Long reach demolition excavators are now special purpose machines, Dan Gilkes reports
The majority of construction equipment manufacturers offer a range of demolition specific machines, built to meet the needs of a sector of the industry that works its plant harder than most. Reinforced structures, additional hydraulic services, cab and body protection, dust suppression and additional engine air cleaners are just some of the standard alterations required by the demolition contractor.
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Long reach demolition excavators are now special purpose machines, Dan Gilkes reports. The majority of construction equipment manufacturers offer a range of demolition specific machines, built to meet the needs of a sector of the industry that works its plant harder than most.
Increasing the range of its 'non-impact' products, Italian company Indeco has launched the new Multi 1000. Designed to meet the needs of the American market, where large-size equipment is more popular, the Multi 1000 is said to be the ideal tool for large-scale demolition work and can be mounted on carriers from 36-60tonnes. The other features which have made the products in the Multi series so successful are all on the 1000, including its innovative design, and its exceptional robustness and versatility.
Kubota says its Dash 4 mini excavators deliver a combination of increased power, reliability and the latest technology. The new U48-4, U55-4 and KX057-4 models are said to provide increased boom lifting force as well as other performance upgrades. The U48-4 zero tail swing excavator offers 4.7tonnes of lifting power and can work in confined spaces, while the Kubota U55-4 tight tail swing machine offers 5.4tonnes of lifting power, as well as high stability. The Kubota KX057-4 has a lifting capacity of 5.5ton
