Fri April 08, 2016
Volvo DD105 Compactor Boasts Redesigned Platform
The DD105 is outfitted with front and rear 66-in. (168 cm) wide drums and powered by a 114-hp Tier IV Final 3.8-L Volvo engine. Fuel savings can be maximized with features such as auto-idle and ECO mode, which can further reduce fuel consumption by up to 30 percent....
Fri April 08, 2016
Roadtec RP-175e Works in All Types Paving Applications
The Roadtec RP-175e is a compact 8-ft. (2.5 m) wide rubber-track asphalt paver designed to work in all types of sub-grades and paving applications. Full counter-rotate ability and track flotation is designed to allow the RP-175e to maneuver and pave in tight areas without sacrificing tractive effort or pushing power....
Fri April 08, 2016
Cat Adds B-Series Tandem Rollers to Its Machine Family
Caterpillar Inc.'s high-production B-Series tandem vibratory rollers includes the CB64B, CB66B and CB68B models. These machines are 13 to 15.4 ton (12 to 14 t) compactors that feature wider drum widths, high-flow water spray system, increased operator comfort and enhanced technology to help operators and machines perform at higher levels....
Fri April 08, 2016
Bomag's Six Dash 5 Series Tandem Vibratory Rollers Improve Productivity
The six base models that make up the Bomag “Dash 5” Series of tandem vibratory rollers offer design enhancements over previous series, increasing productivity, improving mat quality and reducing service time, according to the manufacturer....
Fri April 08, 2016
APA Recognizes Eight State DOTs
The Asphalt Pavement Alliance (APA) has recognized eight state departments of transportation with the 2015 Perpetual Pavement Award for high quality, long-life asphalt pavements. The award is presented to state transportation departments and local agency road owners for well-performing asphalt pavements that are at least 35 years old with proven high-quality structural design....
Fri April 01, 2016
Sakai Rolls Out New Tier 4 Final Compactors at World of Asphalt 2016
Asphalt paving of moderate-sized jobs right up to the curb is now easier than ever with Sakai America's EPA Tier 4 Final update of its 300 and 502 series rollers. Sakai introduced its new tandem-drum SW354 and combination-type TW354 vibratory rollers at World of Asphalt 2016 March 22 through 24 in Nashville....
Thu March 24, 2016
The Bomag BW120SL-5 Tandem Vibratory Roller's Intelligent Vibration Control Delivers Optimum Compaction With Minimal Passes
Offering high 4,320 vpm (72 Hz) vibration frequency, the BOMAG BW120SL-5 tandem vibratory roller features Intelligent Vibration Control (IVC) to increase compaction efficiency. With IVC, the exciter system guarantees consistent compaction of the material with reliable results achieved in minimal passes....
Thu March 24, 2016
Bomag's “Dash 5” Series Tandem Vibratory Rollers Improve Productivity
The six base models that make up the BOMAG “Dash 5” Series of tandem vibratory rollers are the most advanced and versatile compactor series ever built by BOMAG. Offering design enhancements over previous series, these rollers increase productivity, improve mat quality and reduce service time....
Thu March 24, 2016
Large Drum Diameter on the New Bomag BW206AD-5 Tandem Vibratory Roller Improves Surface Smoothness
The new highway class BOMAG BW206AD-5 tandem vibratory roller boasts a larger, 55.1-in (1,400-mm) drum diameter than previous 84.1-in (2,135-mm) drum models to deliver a smoother finish and improve mat quality....
Wed March 23, 2016
New Volvo P7110B and P7170B Tier 4 Final pavers debut at World of Asphalt 2016
The P7110B tracked paver and P7170B wheeled paver from Volvo Construction Equipment offer 360-degree visibility, improved fuel efficiency with more than 12 hours of continuous run time without refueling, and new options to enhance productivity and mat quality....