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Hydrostatic dozer upgrade
 Case
has increased the engine displacement and torque rise characteristics of
its 650K, 750K, and 850K hydrostatic dozers with the switch to Tier 2
engines.
Carry-over features include high-performance
hydraulics and a quiet, high-visibility cab.
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Crafco acquires PaveTech
Crafco has
announced that it acquired the assets of Cincinnati-based PaveTech
International early this year. The PaveTech line includes PavePrep
geo-composites, bridge joint systems, mastics, and high-friction surface
treatments. Crafco intends to offer these products through its own
distributors as well as previous PaveTech distributors.
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New generation asphalt roller line
 Bomag
continues to changeover its asphalt roller line to a
new-from-the-ground-up series. The latest additions: the 79-inch-drum
BW190AD-4 HF, the 47-inch-drum BW120HD-4, and the 39-inch-drum
BW100AD-4. A 66-inch model was introduced earlier this year.
The top-of-the-line BW190AD-4 HF was designed to
give the operator excellent visibility and comfort, as well as for
productivity. It has slanted drum support legs, high curb clearance, and
an open design for the front and rear frames giving the operator an
unrestricted view of the sprinkler system as well as both drums. The
131-horsepower unit delivers 28,800 pounds of centrifugal force in low
amplitude/high frequency (3,600 vpm), and 40,950 pounds in high
amplitude/low frequency (2,880 vpm). Bomag says its independent drum
vibration control and dual amplitudes allow the roller to handle a
variety of lift thicknesses and applications ranging from granular bases
to Superpave.
At 5,732 pounds, the BW120AD-4 tandem roller has a
34-horsepower, three-cylinder diesel engine and generates a maximum
centrifugal force of 10,125 pounds — 6% more than the model it replaces.
It has a choice of 3,300 vpm or 4,200 vpm vibration frequencies and can
work at up to 4 miles per hour in high frequency. Bomag increased the
size of both the fuel tank (now 10.6 gallons) and the water tank (now
58.1 gallons) in the dash-4 version.
And the 34-horsepower BW100AD-4 is billed by the
company as a compact machine offering large roller performance. Weighing
5,291 pounds, the unit produces up to 8,550 pounds of centrifugal force
per drum, 15% more than the previous model. It also has a high frequency
of 4,200 vpm (6% more than the model it replaces), and larger fuel and
water tanks.
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Loader-mounted crusher
Oklahoma-based Iron Wolf is marketing a
self-contained, loader-mounted crusher that it says can cut rock or
pavement at speeds up to 133 feet per minute in 10-foot-wide swaths. The
525-horsepower Model 1040 Site Preparation Rock Crusher can operate at
depths of 12 inches and produce as much as 500 tons per hour of 3-inch
minus material, according to the company. The company also offers 5- and
8-foot wide models.
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Excavator gets more power
Caterpillar
rolled out the C-series version of its 97,700-pound model 345 excavator
late last year. The unit got a 7.5% boost in engine horsepower (to 345
horsepower), higher hydraulic system pressure, more breakout force, and
an upgraded operator station. It also has extended service intervals for
fluids and filters, and uses the Caterpillar Grease Lubrication Track.
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Fast coupler boosts productivity
 John
Deere says its new Work Pro hydraulic quick-coupler makes operators of
the company’s backhoe loaders more productive. The model for the 310G,
310SG, and 410G backhoe loaders can accommodate backhoe-loader
attachments made by Deere, JRB, and Caterpillar.
The coupler made for the 710G backhoe loaders can
pick up backhoe and four-wheel-drive loader attachments made by
Deere and JRB.
Lift capacities and breakout forces with the new quick-coupler are
comparable to the previous coupler.
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Bolt-on track system
Loegering has introduced a unique bolt-on Versatile
Track System for skid-steer loaders. The rubber-track system is said to
take about an hour to install; the 18-inch-wide rubber tracks bolt
directly to the hubs of most skid-steer loader models and do not require
machine modifications. Loegering says the tracks reduce a machine’s
ground pressure to less than 5 psi and add more drive torque, traction,
and stability.
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New cold planer line
The Case/Bradco HP Series is a new line of
cold-planer attachments for skid-steer loaders. The five-model series
ranges from 16- to 40-inches wide and provides cutting depths to 5
inches. Case
recommends the new planers for work in both high-density concrete and
asphalt, and for leveling frost heaves, milling potholes, cutting butt
joints and T-caps, and removing pavement next to curbs and gutters prior
to overlay. Features include an in-cab control of depth, tilt, and
sideshift, as well as an independent pivoting head that provides better
contour tracking.
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Faster, quieter sweeper
 Elgin
has improved the performance of its Air Cub LX sweeper while making it
quieter with the implementation of a series of changes. Designed for
sweeping parking lots, narrow streets, and post event cleanup, the
machine sports a new 49-horsepower auxiliary engine, automatic
tensioning for the impeller fan belt, user-friendly controls, and side
brooms that scrub in front of the pick-up head. Also new are in-cab
control of side broom down pressure, a spray water low/empty indicator
light, and selectable water flow rates.
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Reshaping the hammer
Allied Construction Products has introduced a
completely reshaped hydraulic hammer line for skid-steer loaders and
mini excavators. The new “in-Series” design features what Allied calls
“a massive trapezoidal tool” that is virtually unbreakable and designed
for extremely long service life with excellent productivity. The
four-model line ranges from working weights of 132 pounds to 474 pounds.
They require no greasing, no nitrogen gas checking or charging, and no
steel tool bushings.
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Next-generation skid steers
Mustang has expanded it line of skid-steer loaders
with the addition of the 2,600-pound-rated 2086, and it has replaced its
next two largest models with the 2,000-pound-rated 2066 and the
2,200-pound-rated 2076. The new models also get Cummins engines, a first
for Mustang. Other features include fixed top and rear windows,
side-mounted instrument panels located at eye-level, and suspension
seats.
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Coolant conversion kit
 ChevronTexaco
says its new FleetFix Conversion Pack lets fleet owners convert
conventional coolant currently being used in heavy-duty vehicles and
equipment to an extended life coolant — without having to drain, flush,
and refill the cooling system. In addition to saving time and labor,
says the company, its conversion pack helps owners avoid
cross-contamination.
FleetFix-modified coolant can have a service life
of up to 600,000 miles, 6 years, or 12,000 hours using an extender
addition at the half-way point, according to ChevronTexaco.
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More power and speed
 Case
has upgraded its four CX compact excavators with Tier 2 engines that
provide a 19% increase in engine horsepower, a 15% increase in hydraulic
flow, and a 14% increase in hydraulic horsepower. With the added power,
the new machines have faster cycle times and traveling speeds than their
predecessors.
The four models range in size from the
5,666-pound, 21-horsepower CX27B to the 10,383-pound, 41-horsepower
CX50B.
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Compact loader upgrade
Case has
introduced the D Series 2 version of its compact wheel loader line.
Along with Tier 2 engines, three new models have roomier cabs and retain
popular D-Series features like two-speed transmissions, limited-slip
front axles, and fast cycle times. Power ratings for the Series 2
machines: the 9,686-pound 21D has a 53-horsepower engine; the
11,661-pound 21D gets 59-horsepower; and the 12,896-pound 221D gets 71
horsepower.
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New line of lasers
Denmark-based Mikrofyn A/S is launching its full
line of laser-control systems for earthmoving machines, asphalt pavers,
and milling machines in the North American market. The company claims
many firsts in the development of laser-control systems for construction
machinery and is offering three different real-time excavator systems
and a full range of two-dimensional and three-dimensional GPS/LPS
automatic machine controls.
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Reclamation and erosion control
 Easy
Lawn used Conexpo-Con/Agg to exhibit samples of what the company
calls "the world's broadest line of Hydroseeding machines."
Products range from 350- to 1,200-gallon jet
agitation units to 600- to 3,300-gallon paddle agitation machines.
Systems are used for land reclamation and erosion control, as well as
commercial and residential lawns.
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New brush chipper line
Rayco is rolling out a new line of brush chippers,
starting with the RC 6D, a 6-inch-disc unit with a 25-horsepower engine.
The company says the new machine has enhanced safety features and
economical performance, and will be available through rental houses as
well as for purchase.
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Consistent material sizing
Powerscreen designed its new Powershredder 1800 as
a compact, versatile unit that can reduce almost any material to
consistent, uniform sizes. Engineered to produce low noise and dust
levels, the machine is available on tracks or wheels and is recommended
for applications like waste wood and pallets, light construction and
demolition debris, trees and brush, plastics and light metals, and
domestic and household waste. The low-loading, tilting hopper can be
remotely operated at a safe distance; capacity is 5.9 cubic yards.
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High-powered concrete cutter
Vermeer has given its CC155 concrete cutter a
155-horsepower Tier 2 engine and a microprocessor load-control system,
plus an improved ground-drive system and better service access. Designed
for joint repair and patch work on highways and streets, the CC155 is
also recommended for cutting longitudinal ditches for highway drainage.
It has operator-friendly features like backlit gauges, rear-mounted work
light, and improved steering wheel ergonomics.
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Anti-theft device
The Equipment Lock Company is expanding its line of
anti theft devices with the introduction of the Stabilizer Lock. The new
device mechanically locks the stabilizer arm of a backhoe in the
downward position, raising a wheel off the ground. Its integral
four-dial combination lock can be set to any desired number once the
device is opened. The Stabilizer Lock can also work on articulating
equipment steering cylinders.
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New curb-and-gutter machine
Terex
Roadbuilding is re-entering the curb-and-gutter market with the
rollout of the SF2003, a successor to the CMI SF-175. The new machine
employs a three-track, low-profile design for agility, and is
recommended for utility paving as well as curb and gutter. Its narrow
width allows it to be transported without disassembly. Its modular
curb-forming system allows contractors to change profile mold inserts in
minutes, according to Terex.
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Upgraded engine offerings
Kenworth has announced that it is offering new,
enhanced Caterpillar C13 and C11 engines for its Class 8 models. The
C13, newly rated at 470-horsepower, is available in two torque ratings
for five Kenworth models; the C-11 350- and 370-horsepower engines with
increased torque ratings of 1,450 pounds-foot are available in all Class
8 Kenworths.
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Extends mixer life
Cemen Tech
has introduced a new bearing system to prolong the life of its mixers
and reduce maintenance requirements. The company says its Max Life
Bearing System is designed to be the longest lasting lower-mixer bearing
system on the market.
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Compact service crane
Designed for mounting on vehicles as small as
pickup trucks,
Flannegan Western’s new FW Model 2000 service crane comes in
capacities ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 pounds. It requires minimal bed
space for mounting and can be mounted over a wheel well to minimize
intrusion into cargo space.
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Precision grader attachment
 Flannegan-Western
says its new FW Grader Attachment attaches quickly to the FW Orbiter or
a skid-steer loader and lets the user perform precision and utility
grading in landscaping, asphalt, curb and gutter, and concrete flatwork
applications. The wheels have hydraulic tilt (leaning) and hydraulic
steering to enhance control when the moldboard is cutting at an angle.
Hydraulic controls also move the blade up and down as well as angular
adjustments and side shifting. A choice of 8-, 10-, and 12-foot
moldboards is available.
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New track-mounted jaw crusher
 Terex
Pegson’s new 650 HA Premiertrak uses an M Series single-toggle jaw
crusher with hydraulic setting adjustment. The unit has a 26- by 44-inch
feed opening and a 14-foot by 3-foot, 6-inch vibrating grizzly feeder.
The 15- by 8-foot hydraulic folding feed hopper has up to 13 cubic yards
of gross capacity, depending on the method of feed. The 0.75-inch-wide
on-plant product conveyor has a discharge height of 10 feet, 9 inches
and a hydraulically raised tail section.
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Compact loaders get upgrades
Mustang has added a model to its line of
all-wheel-steer loaders and upgraded the entire four-model line with a
redesigned body and operator compartment. The all-new ML28 is a
48-horsepower machine with a maximum lift capacity of 6,295 pounds. The
65-horsepower ML48 has an 8,990-pound lift capacity (6,744 pounds for
the extended-lift ML48T) and a 1.83-cubic-yard bucket. The 79-horsepower
ML68 has a 9,217-pound lift capacity and a 2.35-cubic-yard bucket.
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Ice prevention overlay
A four-page brochure highlights SmartLane, a new
aggregate-based anti-icing pavement overlay system from
Cargill Salt.
The brochure details how SmartLane stores and then automatically
releases deicer during frost and ice events, virtually eliminating ice
on bridge decks and other susceptible roadways. The deicing program
creates several savings benefits:
Increased traction reduces accidents.
Diminished need to follow inclement weather
means call-outs and overtime pay can be better contained.
Total deicing chemical use is decreased,
creating less runoff into the local environment.
Using less deicing chemicals, combined with the
protective overlay epoxy found in SmartLane, reduces the effects of
chloride and water intrusion.
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Briefs
John Deere has
published its 2004/05 Performance Handbook. The 498-page book and CD
package include all the latest specifications for the company’s
construction equipment, as well as owning and operating cost
calculations, and estimating information.
Astec Industries
founder and CEO Don Brock has been honored by the American Road and
Transportation Builders Association as one of America’s Top 100 Private
Sector Transportation Design and Construction Professionals of the
Twentieth Century.
Navistar International and MAN Nutzfahrzeuge of
Germany have signed a strategic agreement to collaborate on design,
development, sourcing, and manufacturing of components and systems for
commercial trucks, including a range of diesel engines. Navistar’s
operating company, International Truck and Engine, is a leader in the
truck, bus, and diesel engine business in North America, and MAN is a
leader in the same fields in Europe.
Volvo Construction
Equipment has sold its LB Smith dealership operations in Virginia to
McClung-Logan Equipment Company. McClung-Logan has been a Volvo dealer
in Maryland, Delaware and northern Virginia since 1983.
Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks have both announced
Premium Used Trucks programs that provide customers with high-quality
used trucks through authorized dealers. The trucks are required to meet
strict standards to qualify for the program.
Reprinted from Better Roads Magazine
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