Tue March 17, 2015
Onsite Update: Largest ever World of Asphalt & AGG1
The 2015 World of Asphalt and AGG1 exhibitions kicked off Tuesday, March 17 in Baltimore and had broken all previous attendance records by mid-day - as well as setting records for number exhibitors and exhibit space, and number education tickets purchased....
Tue March 17, 2015
Caterpillar RM500B Rotary Mixer Combines Ease of Use, Superior Performance
The RM500B combines ease of use, superior performance and high reliability to achieve the most demanding job specifications in both full-depth reclamation and soil stabilization applications. The RM500B replaces the current RM500 Rotary Mixer and offers many new features and enhancements that increase operator comfort and productivity, including a Cat C15 engine with ACERT Technology....
Tue March 17, 2015
Bergkamp’s MA30 Applies Mastic Surface Treatment to Preserve Asphalt Pavement
Bergkamp Inc. , based in Salina, Kan., offers the MA30 frictional mastic surface treatment applicator that allows contractors and government agencies to apply frictional mastic surface treatment over highways, roads, parking lots and airport runways to protect the surface and extend the life of the pavement....
Case - Mon March 16, 2015
Case Rolls Out Tier IV Interim DV209C, DV210C Asphalt Compactors
Case Construction Equipment's DV209C and DV210C high frequency asphalt compactors represent the addition of two new models to Case's high frequency double-drum models, giving road builders more control and versatility to dial compaction performance to match the thickness and required density of each lift....
terex - Wed March 11, 2015
Terex FDB7000 Front Discharge Mixer Boosts Efficiency, Longevity
With its 33.8-ft. (10.3 m) front axle to tag axle span and 11-cu. yd. (8.4 cu m) drum, the Terex FDB7000 front discharge mixer offers a true 10-cu. yd. (7.6 cu m) capacity, while meeting the strict federal bridge formula standard....
Atlas Copco - Wed March 11, 2015
Atlas Copco Features LT5005 and LT6005 Rammers
Atlas Copco recently introduced two new rammers, replacing the LT5004 and LT6004. These new rammers feature ultra-slim bodies, ideal for getting closer to structures and through narrow spaces. Like all Atlas Copco rammers, the new LT5005 and LT6005 provide high centrifugal force and speed for deep and effective compaction....
Bomag - Wed March 11, 2015
Bomag BW120SL-5 Tandem Vibratory Roller Features High Vibration Frequency
The Bomag BW120SL-5 tandem vibratory roller boasts high 4,320 vpm (72 Hz) vibration frequency, 7 percent higher than previous models in this class, to quickly complete asphalt compaction projects with high quality finish results....
terex - Wed March 11, 2015
Terex Bid-Well 3600 Paves Concrete Bridge Decks, Standard Duty Slab-On-Grade Projects
The Terex Bid-Well 3600 paver offers a variety of standard paving widths ranging from 8 to 86 ft. (2.4 to 26.1 m). Its standard 18-ft. (5.5 m) end segments offer 15 ft. (4.6 m) of leg travel, so the paver can instantaneously offer up to 30-ft....
Wacker Neuson - Wed March 11, 2015
Wacker Neuson Adds New Engine Choice for Its Power Steer Ride-On Trowels
Concrete contractors can now choose between two gasoline engine options on Wacker Neuson's 48-in. (122 cm) power steer (CRT 48-PS series) ride-on trowel product line. A new model, CRT 48-57K-PS, is powered by a 57-hp liquid cooled Kubota gasoline engine....
Caterpillar - Wed March 11, 2015
Cat AP600F, AP655F Pavers Feature Increased Technology, Quick-Heating Screed
Intuitive, accessible technology and a quick-heating screed system that increases production while reducing crew idle time are key features of the Cat AP600F and AP655F pavers. The AP600F is a wheeled paver....
