Thu April 12, 2012
New Bomag Milling Machines Feature Innovative Rotor Geometry
Bomag’s two new models of milling machines, the BM500/15 and the BM600/15, both feature innovative rotor geometry to reduce vibration, increase service life and greatly simplify drum replacement, according to the manufacturer....
Thu April 12, 2012
Doosan DL450 Wheel Loader Combines Power, Productivity, Comfort
Numerous performance, comfort and reliability enhancements accompany interim Tier IV (iT4) compliance on the Doosan DL450 wheel loader. Improvements ranging from more engine horsepower to increased optional driving power and steering capabilities highlight the 6.3-cu.-yd....
Thu April 12, 2012
Komatsu America Corp. Launches WA500-7 Loader
Komatsu America Corp.’s WA500-7 wheel loader is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D140E-6 engine with a net horsepower of 353 (263 kW) and is EPA Tier IV Interim and EU Stage 3B emission certified. Komatsu leveraged its leadership in technology and innovation — building on its Tier III engine platform — to design a more environmentally friendly engine that increases power while decreasing fuel consumption, according to the manufacturer....
Thu April 12, 2012
Mustang RT Series Feature HydraTrac Automatic Track Tensioning System
Mustang has two new RT series track loaders — the 1750RT and 2100RT. The Mustang RT series track loaders feature HydraTrac automatic track tensioning system, which eliminates the need for manually tensioning the tracks on the loader before operation....
Tue April 10, 2012
Contractor Meets the Challenge of Grand Canyon Pavement Preservation Project
When Intermountain Slurry Seal, a division of Granite Construction Inc., submitted its bid in 2009 to repair more than 430,000 sq. yds. (359,535 sq. yds.) of roads and parking lots along the Grand Canyon’s North Rim, the company knew the job would come with challenges....
Mon April 09, 2012
GOMACO’s Paver-Mounted GSI a Paving Contractor’s Tool
GOMACO is experiencing an increased demand for the new paver-mounted GSI (GOMACO Smoothness Indicator) as a tool for paving contractors checking their rideability on-the-go. GOMACO introduced new hardware and software for this paving contractor’s tool at World of Concrete 2012 in Las Vegas....
Wed April 04, 2012
EZ-SPOT-UR Attachments’ Pole Jack Saves Days of Work
EZ-SPOT-UR Attachments has introduced the pole jack, which is used to extract utility poles from the ground. The pole jack joins the heavy duty pole setter in a line of attachments aimed at utility companies, electrical cooperatives and electrical contractors....
Mon April 02, 2012
JRB Side Dump Bucket Simplifies Material Placement
The JRB side dump bucket by Paladin Construction Group is manufactured to provide wheel loader operators with more flexibility than a standard bucket can offer in construction and utility applications....
Mon April 02, 2012
Talbert Shows Off Custom Trailers at Trucking Show
Talbert Manufacturing is exhibiting two highly flexible and versatile custom trailer models at the 2012 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) March 22 to 24, in Booth #13136. Attendees will view the Talbert 2+3+2 65-ton (59 t) HRG east coast trailer with a tandem-axle jeep dolly; and the Talbert 35-ton (32 t) SRG double drop trailer....
Thu March 29, 2012
Asphalt Drum Mixers Releases New Single-Drum Counterflow Plant
Asphalt Drum Mixers Inc.’s EX Series asphalt plants with single-drum counterflow technology offer high efficiency and a compact design for contractors with low to medium production needs. The EX Series asphalt plants produce 100 to 425 tons (91 to 385 t) per hour at a very low cost per ton....
