Enhanced Operator’s Cab for 49HR Drill
Bucyrus International, Inc. introduces an enhanced, state-of-the-art operator’s cab for the Bucyrus 49HR line of rotary blasthole drills. The cab enhancements were predicated upon the premise that drill operators work more efficiently when they are comfortable and alert. Both physical and cognitive ergonomic improvements were made, creating a first-class work environment that promotes productivity and safety! The new and improved operator’s cab for the Bucyrus 49HR series of rotary blasthole drills continues the company’s tradition of supplying EDGE Technology products to their valued customers.
Cat 328D LCR with tunnel boom boosts productivity on Swiss road project
A dedicated tunnel construction version of the Caterpillar 328D LCR compact radius excavator is proving highly productive on the A9 Autoroute construction project near Visp, in Switzerland. The first machine of its kind to operate on a Swiss contract, the 328D LCR uses a special dedicated front attachment designed and constructed by German Caterpillar dealer Zeppelin.
Full Service Combines with Customer Service On High End Residential Project
In a contradiction to slow residential construction throughout the U.S., a California pumper is showing how adding services and providing exceptional customer service are a formula for success on a luxurious housing development in Orange County, California. Farino Construction Services, Inc., Lake Forest, CA recently completed footings, slabs and walls for a 10,000 square foot home in Montage Laguna Beach, a Seacrest Development property that encompasses 30 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Wind turbine cranes new from Huisman
Huisman is expanding its heavy lifting product range with a series of wind turbine installation cranes. The new products will will build on the Netherlands-based lifting, drilling and subsea specialist’s experience in the sector. They are offered in response to increasing demand for customised equipment by the fast growing market for renewables to efficiently install current and future turbines, the company said.
AMERICAN AUGERS, INC. – DD-6 Product Update
American Augers is proud to announce a performance enhancing update to its longest serving and field proven horizontal directional drilling model. The ASTEC branded DD-6 has been upgraded to a Caterpillar C-6.6 Tier III diesel engine that is rated at 174 HP (130 kW).
ICUEE 2009 – The Demo Expo
Greg Smith, Marketing Communications Manager, Allied Construction Products, LLC has announced that Allied will attend “ICUEE —The Demo Expo” in Louisville, Kentucky, on October 6th, 7th and 8th. Read the rest of this entry »
BOMAG at NordBau 2009: Innovation on inner-city road and sewage work
Extending or renewing road or infrastructure networks in cities, local authority areas and communities is currently one of the biggest challenges in the construction industry. There are good reasons why so much funding is directed into this area of construction activity. BOMAG is displaying a wealth of innovation at NordBau 2009 from 10 to 15 September providing effective answers on how to implement these sometimes complex projects.
Hilti Introduces TE 1000-AVR Breaker
Hilti, a demolition equipment manufacturer based in Tulsa, Okla., has introduced its TE DRS-B dust removal system. According to the company, the system clips easily onto all recent Hilti demolition hammers and combi-hammers, with no screwdriver needed, and reduces the operator’s exposure to dust when using the equipment.
RDO Equipment Co. Acquires B&B Heavy Equipment Sales & Rentals, Inc.
RDO Equipment Co. successfully acquired B&B Heavy Equipment Sales & Rentals, Inc. one of the largest heavy equipment rental suppliers servicing southern California and beyond. With this acquisition, sixty-nine team members have joined the organization. Read the rest of this entry »
Finedoor add to their portfolio.
Finedoor have agreed to represent Sotres S.A. of France in the UK to distribute their range of sand washing and effluent treatment equipment. A well established company Sotres has been a specialist in washing and treating sands in quarries and pits for more than 25 years. With many years of working in the industry the company have a number of blue chip clients on the continent and indeed world wide including Lafarge, CEMEX, Holcim etc.
