Wed March 06, 2013
GOMACO T/C-5600 Four-Track Texture/Cure Machine
GOMACO’s texture/cure machine, the T/C-5600, features four crawler tracks, the exclusive G+ control system, and widths up to 56 ft. (17 m). The all new four-track design with 90 degree turn capability allows easy width changes and easy transport, while G+ provides electronic-over-hydraulic steering and grade control for ultimate accuracy....
Wed March 06, 2013
GOMACO’s G+ Connect Unveiled for GHP-2800
G+ Connect is GOMACO’s new CAN-based network on GOMACO products that allows fast, two-way communication between all accessories and the exclusive G+ controller. The GOMACO G+ control system has been used around the world on the GOMACO T/C-600 texture/cure machine, IDBI, GT-3200 curb and gutter machine, 4400 barrier machine, and GP-2400 paver, and is now ready to be unveiled for the GOMACO GHP-2800 and mainline paving....
Wed March 06, 2013
MS Series Tampers Strike Hard, Hit Fast
Chicago Pneumatic tampers are well-balanced machines built to withstand the toughest working conditions while delivering powerful force and hitting power. With ergonomically engineered shock absorbers, an extra-strong metal frame and outstanding balance, the MS tampers are designed for operator comfort and high-productivity on the job site, according to the manufacturer....
Wed March 06, 2013
BOMAG BW211-50 Single-Drum Rollers Meet Tier IVi Regulations, Deliver Efficient Performance
Featuring enhanced fuel economy and meeting Tier IVi regulations, BOMAG’s BW211-50 Series single-drum vibratory rollers are designed for efficient compaction of granular and cohesive soils, making them ideal for numerous site preparation and road construction applications, according to the manufacturer....
Tue February 26, 2013
Ox Superdump Featured at 2013 World of Asphalt
Ox Bodies in partnership with Freightliner Trucks, will be displaying Freightliner 114SD trucks featuring the Ox SuperDump at the World of Asphalt, March 19 to 21, 2013, in San Antonio, Texas and the Mid-America Trucking Show, March 21 to 23, 2013, in Louisville, Ky....
Mon February 18, 2013
Wirtgen Displays SP 15, SP 25 Pavers at World of Concrete 2013
Wirtgen’s SP 15 and SP 25 concrete slipform pavers lay curb and gutter, barrier, sidewalk, V-ditch, special applications and slabs. Both of these machines can be quickly configured on site for left- or right-side pouring....
Wed February 20, 2013
World of Concrete Draws 50,000 Attendees
World Of Concrete, ranked as one of the premier building and construction sector trade shows in the United States, was held Feb. 5 to 8 in Las Vegas. This year’s World of Concrete served as a platform for more than 50,000 professional experts from this sector to meet and directly interact with each other, taking a total exhibition space of 500,000 sq....
Fri February 15, 2013
Wirtgen SP 80i Introduced at World of Concrete 2013
The new Wirtgen SP 80i concrete slipform paver was introduced to North America at World of Concrete 2013, Feb. 5 to 8 in Las Vegas. The SP 80i’s modular design permits different configurations. The SP 80i can be set up as an offset SP 81i for very large sections, or as an inset paver with two tracks (SP 82i) or four tracks (SP 84i)....
Fri February 08, 2013
Cocchiola Paving Relies on ’Vision’ for New England’s Winding Roads
The winding two-lane blacktop roads of New England can make it hard for a tracked paver to place asphalt at a swift pace. That’s why a Connecticut road contractor believes the 8-ft. (2.4 m) Vögele Vision 5103-2 rubber-tired paver is the top choice for best-practice paving projects on local roads....
Tue February 05, 2013
Subaru Offers Specially-Designed Engine Exclusively for Rammers
Subaru’s ER12 rammer engine features a carefully balanced and engineered design, and is exclusively intended for the demanding application of rammers. With specially-designed components and overhead cam (OHC) technology, this 3-hp, 4-stroke engine is lightweight, yet rugged and powerful....
