Tue January 25, 2011
Wirtgen America Introduces Concrete Slipform Pavers
Wirtgen Group has entered the North American concrete slipform equipment market with the debut of the SP 15 and SP 25 concrete slipform pavers. Ultimately, the full line of Wirtgen slipform pavers — the SP 15, SP 25, SP 500, SP 850, SP 1500 and SP 1600 — will be marketed in North America....
Fri January 21, 2011
Sakai Introduces Sleek Looking 700 Series Double Drum Rollers
Sakai America’s new 700 Series vibratory asphalt rollers have a redesigned sleek look and increase paving productivity by achieving density with high amplitudes, while leaving smooth finishes on all HMA surfaces....
Fri January 21, 2011
Sakai’s Compact Roller Line Increases Productivity With New 4000 VPM Feature
SAKAI America’s 300 Series rollers consist of three small double drum steel and two combination steel/pneumatic tire roller models, all of which boast a high frequency of 4,000 vpm. This translates into higher operating speeds, while still maintaining the industry standard of 10 to 12 impacts per foot....
Fri January 21, 2011
Allen Introduces MP 315 Rider
The Allen MP 315 is a total re-design of the MP 305 mechanical drive riding trowel. It is an entry level riding trowel with the features found in larger riders. The higher horsepower gasoline engine and heavy-duty drive train is packed in an easy-to-service frame....
Fri January 21, 2011
Multiquip Introduces Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powered Light Tower
Multiquip has introduced a hydrogen fuel cell powered light tower, part of a planned series of hydrogen fuel cell powered products. The light tower is environmentally friendly, fuel efficient, virtually pollution-free, allowing it to be operated indoors and can be operated for up to 50 hours at a noise level of 43 decibels at 23 ft....
Fri January 21, 2011
Hyster Company Unveils Next Generation
Hyster Company has unveiled its next generation of electric lift trucks. The new Hyster E30-40XN series delivers lifting capacities of 3,000 to 4,000 lbs. (1,361 to 1,814 kg) and offers significant performance and versatility for a wide variety of material handling applications....
Fri January 21, 2011
Case F Series Wheel Loaders Boost Fuel Economy, Performance
Case Construction Equipment’s F Series wheel loader models provide faster acceleration, quicker cycle times and higher travel speeds while delivering as much as 17-percent greater fuel efficiency, according to the manufacturer....
Thu January 20, 2011
Rototilt Attachments Useful On Wheel Excavators
With the maneuverability of wheeled excavators, and the flexibility of the Rototilt attachment, this versatile combination is ideal for highway, county, or municipal applications. Very common in Europe, wheeled excavators and the Rototilt attachments are becoming more popular in North America....
Fri January 14, 2011
GOMACO to Introduce GP-2400 Slipform Paver at World of Concrete 2011
GOMACO Corporation in Ida Grove, Iowa, will unveil its newest paver in its complete line of concrete slipform pavers at World of Concrete 2011, Booth #C5168, in Las Vegas, Nev. The new GP-2400 is an economical choice for contractors looking for a half-width concrete paver capable of slipforming widths up to 24 ft....
Fri January 07, 2011
Komatsu Introduces WA1200-6 Wheel Loader
Komatsu America Corp. (KAC)’s WA1200-6 wheel loader, for use in mining applications, includes environmental, technological and ergonomic enhancements. The new WA1200-6 is powered by a Komatsu SAADA16V160E-2 engine that delivers 1,892 gross hp (1,410 kW) at 1,800 rpm....
