With a range of new products on display, Case explains how its graders and excavators can help operators all over the world across a range of sites and the most difficult terrains – from the start of a job to the finish.
SICOM is in the process of extending its current two model grader line-up. At present the firm offers 7.5tonne and 10tonne models and is adding a single-axle 5tonne and the top of the range 12.5tonne models early in 2009. The firm has already had considerable success with its 7.5tonne, hydrostatic drive IM80 model, which is also said to offer high visibility of the blade due to its cylinder blade slew system. The company has supplied a number of units to Eastern and Western Europe, Central and South America
Epson, the world’s largest projector manufacturer, has teamed up with drone manufacturer DJI to create smart glasses aimed at reducing the likelihood of accidents. The technology will help drone pilots in the US to meet the new Federal Aviation Administration rules which require a visible line of site.
New innovations in machine control are delivering highperformance, with advances to come showing future potential – Mike Woof writes
In transportation, the potential for autonomous vehicles that operate without the need for a human driver is now being evaluated. A string of development projects are underway by an array of automotive and technology companies, sometimes in partnership with each other.
In the mining sector, autonomous machines have been operating in underground facilities for 20 years and
