Innovative new engine emissions control technology is coming to market - Mike Woof reports. The diesel engine sector has been one of the most active and innovative areas for technological development in the past 10 years. Engine firms have invested enormous sums in developing new, low emissions technologies that reduce the quantities of nitrous oxide and particulates from the tailpipe. All the firms have taken a different approach in this regard, using various combinations of the technologies available such
The bC India 2013 event looks set to be a well-attended and successful exhibition, according to the latest figures from the US-based Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), which is one of the co-organisers. Nearly 700 exhibitors from 33 countries have applied for space at bC India which will also feature an extensive supporting programe. The number of exhibitors sets a record for this event, the International Trade Fair for Construction Machinery, Building Material Machines, Mining Machines and Const
The organisers of Intertraffic India 2013 expect substantial growth both in exhibitors and attendees over the previous event, held in 2011. Intertraffic India was launched in 2011 with 85 exhibitors, of which 60% were international firms and the show attracted 3,000 visitors. But with strong growth in India’s infrastructure sector, higher exhibitor and attendee levels are predicted for 2013. The event will be further boosted by its link with the IRF through its Regional Conference, which is being run in par
New developments in concrete paving will increase working efficiency for contractors - Mike Woof writes
The concrete paving market is a fiercely competitive segment of the off-highway construction machinery business. Although there are only a few key players in this niche market, the firms are constantly developing new systems, equipment and methods in a bid to help improve working efficiencies for contractors working in the sector. It is of note that the majority of the key players in the concrete pavin