The pace of development continues in the soil compaction sector, with key firms rolling out new machines - Mike Woof reports.
New soil compaction technology is now being offered by several key manufacturers. Improved machines and new systems to boost performance are being offered by various firms. From BOMAG comes the availability of its Economizer system for its soil compactors. The technology has been well-proven in the BOMAG twin drum asphalt compactors as well as on the reversible plates and trench c
Chinese firms are growing their expertise in terms of products and international sales – Mike Woof reports
China’s major off-highway construction equipment manufacturers have grown in a relatively short period and now number amongst the largest players in the sector. Some of the key firms are looking to boost exports and are providing tough competition, particularly in the emergent markets.
Best known for its wheeled loaders, LiuGong has been developing its excavator range, with production of the E
An asphalt paver from Volvo CE has helped to improve the transport network in Central Sulawesi in Indonesia. The local road contractor PT Sapta Unggul is relying on a ABG5820 paver from Volvo Construction Equipment to make the roads safer and more accessible in Palu. Since 2016, the ABG5820 has been used to pave a number of key roads across the region.
The machine has played a more important role recently. Palu, Central Sulawesi, was hit with a 7.5 magnitude quake that affected millions and killed thousa
