Peri is introducing an innovative new formwork system that is easier to assemble than before. Highly adaptable, the firm’s formwork solution can be used in a wide range of applications, while also featuring fewer components.
Hidromek is introducing new 15tonne and 21tonne wheeled excavators with new cab designs. “We are targeting mainland Europe with our wheeled excavators,” says the firm’s export manager, Anil Bingöl. Described as highly versatile, the HMK140W and HMK200W machines are offered in Tier 4 Interim/Stage IIIB emission certified format and offer high performance and productivity. Containing high quality European and Japanese components, the machines are said to be easy to operate and offer precise control.
The latest GPS systems will improve the accuracy of many construction operations. Mike Woof reports. The pace of technological advancement is fast in the GPS market. Despite a market downturn, the GPS solution providers continue to invest in research and development. And there is evidence to suggest that the contracting sector is more keen than ever to employ the latest technology because of the cost benefits this can bring.
Italian tyre supplier Marangoni says it is seeing demand for retreaded tyres for use with off-highway haulers in particular. Marangoni’s headquarters is located at Rovereto in north-east Italy and the extensive facilities on site include the biggest tyre retreading factory in Europe.
The company says that it is experiencing strong demand for retreaded tyres as these are 40-50% cheaper than new premium brand tyres. Using four different compounds and the same process as making new tyres to make their retr
Atlas Copco is launching an LED light tower system designed for low noise operation.
The firm says that this diesel-driven LED light tower is quiet when running, suiting it to use in urban and residential areas. With operating noise levels as low as 55dBA, the upgraded HiLight B5+ light tower is well-suited to providing illumination at construction sites located near residential areas.
“This is the quietest diesel-powered light tower available on the market to date,” claimed Félix Gómez, spokesperson for
