Mon March 18, 2013
Cat E Series Hammers for Medium, Large Excavators Deliver Durability, Easy Operation
Caterpillar has added three new models to the E Series hammer line — H140Es, H160Es and H180Es — for use on medium and large excavators. Cat E Series hammers feature a rugged design for extended durability and solid reliability, and features such as automatic shut-off, silencing and vibration buffering make them easy on the operator....
Mon March 18, 2013
Vermeer Introduces RTX250 Pedestrian Trencher for Rental Industry
Vermeer’s RTX250 is a rubber-tracked, steerable pedestrian trencher that is designed for the needs of rental businesses and utility contractors. The RTX250 uses a 27-hp (20.1 kW) Kohler electronic fuel injected (EFI) gas engine that delivers power to dig 8-in.-wide (20.3 cm) trenches up to 48 in....
Thu March 14, 2013
Force America Introduces 5100ex
Force America’s new spreader control is designed specifically for the demands placed on public works departments and other heavy-duty winter maintenance operations. The 5100ex delivers functionality in a compact, modern design ideally suited for trucks where space is at a premium, according to the manufacturer....
Thu March 14, 2013
Force America Introduces New Line of Power Units
Force America has a new line of AC and DC power units designed for mobile and industrial applications. Through cooperation with Hydro-Tek Company Limited, Force America is able to offer this line of products to its United States customers....
Mon March 11, 2013
GOMACO Debuts Sidewalk Paver at World of Concrete
GOMACO introduced the GT-3200 sidewalk paver with an adjustable aggregate base mold on the front and a sidewalk paving mold on the rear at World of Concrete 2013. It’s a three-track paver designed specifically for zero-clearance sidewalk rehabilitation projects, fulfilling a contractor’s unique request....
Thu March 07, 2013
Kleemann EVO Crusher at World of Concrete 2013
Kleemann Mineral Technologies were in the spotlight at World of Concrete 2013 as the 450-tph (408 t) Mobirex MR 130 ZS EVO impact crusher from Wirtgen America was shown there. Kleemann sets new standards with its advanced range of EVO mobile impact crusher plants, which are ideally suited for processing recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) and reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), and virgin aggregates, according to the manufacturer....
Thu March 07, 2013
Topcon Introduces PS-AS Robotic
Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) introduced a new series of robotic total stations specifically designed and configured for the construction market. The new instruments are designed for applications such as stakeout and as a key component of a local positioning system, which is used for 3D machine control....
Thu March 07, 2013
HiPer V Featuring Vanguard Technology Joins Topcon’s Suite of Integrated Receivers
Ewout Korpershoek, TPS senior vice president and chief marketing officer, said, “Topcon’s GNSS product portfolio is unmatched in the industry, both in breadth and performance. Our objective has always been to offer our most advanced technology to all markets....
Thu March 07, 2013
Volvo Performance Grade Pavers Designed for Ultra-Smooth, Precise Mat Placement
The P8820C ABG tracked paver from Volvo Construction Equipment can pave widths up to 42.7 ft. (13 m), while the P7820C ABG paves up to 36 ft. (11 m). Both machines combine power and precision — delivering a perfectly smooth mat, even in demanding conditions, such as steep hills, according to the manufacturer....
Thu March 07, 2013
SnowEx Mini Pro 575 Ideal for Both Large, Small Contractors
The SnowEx Mini Pro 575 tailgate spreader is designed to be an ideal option for both large and small snow and ice control contractors. The Mini Pro 575 offers a maximum torque transmission and an innovative spreader control system, according to the manufacturer....
