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Agile, car-like truck
 International
says its new CF Series trucks are being praised for their responsiveness,
handling agility, and car-like ride by customers driving test models. The
new cab-forward series is available in Class 4 trim with a 16,000-pound GVW,
and as a Class 5 truck with a 19,500-pound GVW. Both models are powered by a
200-horsepower diesel V6 with a regulated two-stage turbocharger for keeping
up with city traffic.
International
engineered the new series to have conventional truck strength to accommodate
a wide range of bodies and applications, including construction. The company
will soon announce an integrated truck body program for fast delivery.
Also standard are a five-speed automatic
transmission, 70-gallon fuel capacity, and warranty coverage that includes a
24-month unlimited mileage overall warranty, a 48-month frame warranty, and
a 36-month/150,000-mile engine warranty and towing reimbursement plan.
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70-Ton excavator to debut
 Volvo
Construction Equipment will unveil a new 70-ton hydraulic excavator next
month at Conexpo-Con/Agg 2005.
The new top-of-the-line machine will be shown with a
standard arm and boom format and a mass-excavation format. It will be
powered by a Tier-3 compliant Volvo engine.
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Higher fuel efficiency
 Caterpillar
has introduced a new engine-idle software package to improve fuel efficiency
and allow operators flexibility in managing work idle speeds. Available on
Cat wheel loaders ranging from the 938G Series II to the 972G Series II, the
software comes with four idle-control settings: hibernate mode, work mode,
low-voltage mode, and warm-up mode. Factory-default idle rpm settings range
from 600 rpm in hibernate mode to 800-825 rpm (depending on model) in work
mode.
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New engines for off highway
Iveco is now marketing its diesel engines to
manufacturers of off-highway equipment. Well established in on-highway truck
applications, Iveco is offering its engines for use in dozers, wheel
loaders, excavators, and other types of construction machinery. The
company’s NEF line includes 3-, 4- and 6-cylinder engines, while the Cursor
line is comprised of 6-cylinder, 24-valve engines ranging up to 493
horsepower.
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All-wheel suspension option
 Johnston
has rolled out a new all-wheel suspension system for its highly maneuverable
three-wheel 3000 mechanical sweeper.
Johnston says the new suspension system
enhances handling, reduces operator fatigue, and virtually eliminates shock
impact to the vehicle’s electrical system. The Johnston 3000 has a
5.6-cubic-yard hopper capacity and hydrostatic drive.
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Strong climbing crawler
RexCon’s new Texture Cure 2600 machine is mounted on
two 10-foot-long, high-profile track systems with 12-inch-wide grouser pads.
The tracks are powered by a hydrostatic torque drive with integral brakes
for ease of loading and working in steep grade situations. It has four
hydraulically powered grade legs that allow 24-inch vertical height
adjustment for curing and tining concrete slabs.
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Compact work vehicle
Flannegan Western
calls its new Landover line sports utility work vehicles. The first model is
the MVP 32, a hydrostatic two-wheel-drive machine powered by a 32-horsepower
gasoline engine. It has a 72- by 60-inch steel stake bed with dual hydraulic
lift cylinders and a cab protector. It has a load capacity of 2,000 pounds.
Options include 45- and 65-horsepower diesel engines.
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New tractor-mount boom
Elliott
Equipment has rolled out an 18-ton-capacity tractor-mount boom that
allows users to carry a higher payload to the job site. The five-section
boom extends to 81-feet long and retracts to just 21 feet, allowing
operators to use a longer trailer, according to Elliott. It has a 91-foot
tip height, load moment indicator for safe boom operation, and 10% fewer
fittings than competing units.
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Affordable asphalt release sprayer
Industrial Environmental Pollution Controls is
offering a drive-through automatic spray system designed to spray an entire
truck bed with an asphalt release agent in 80 seconds while the driver
remains in his truck. Construction features include heavy-duty
stainless-steel and weatherproof controls. Prices start at under $11,000 and
include supervisory installation.
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Ultra-long-life undercarriage
 Caterpillar
has developed a new undercarriage system that it claims provides unmatched
wear life and lower owning and operating costs for dozers and track loaders.
SystemOne undercarriages feature positive sealing. Parts are sealed for
life. No bushing turns are needed and most interim maintenance is
eliminated, reducing down time and maintenance costs. Cat says it also
provides a smoother ride.
In field trials prior to rollout, Cat said SystemOne
produced nearly twice the service life of a conventional undercarriage in
severe applications, and at least 50% more in other applications.
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Curb and gutter upgrade
 Messinger
has given the Curb Fox 5000 Curb and Gutter Slipformer added traction,
weight, and flexibility. The 5,000-pound machine uses all-wheel, hydrostatic
drive to operate in all subgrade conditions. It also features foam-filled
tires and an integral parking brake. The new Curb Fox can slip form curb and
gutter up to 24-inches wide in the offset position, and up to 36-inches wide
in the center. It can also pave sidewalks up to 5-feet wide and slip form
curbs up to 20-inches high.
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High power-to-weight ratio
 Atlas
Copco designed the 440-pound PB 210 Penta Series hydraulic hammer for
skid steers and mini excavators.
The company says it has a high power-to-weight
ratio, with an impact energy class rating of 550 foot-pounds. It can deliver
up to 1,150 blows per minute.
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Increased litter capacity
 Madvac
has increased the litter capacity of its Madvac 101 by 33%, to 80 gallons.
The machine can now vacuum up approximately 120 gallons of uncompacted
litter through its patented vacuum compacting system into the new 80-gallon
container. The increased capacity increases productivity and reduces the
amount of trash handling required of operators.
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New volumetric mixer
Mobile Technologies says its new volumetric mixer,
the MT 9x-caliber, has a capacity of 9 cubic yards and can produce up to 70
cubic yards of five-sack mix per hour. Standard features include
variable-speed cement drive, direct-inject admix systems, 510-gallon water
capacity, pump master auger, and power swivel.
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Hammer adapts to its work
Atlas Copco
Construction Tools has rolled out the new MB 1000 breaker for use with
12-20 metric ton excavators. Designed for demolition and secondary breaking
in rock mining, the new unit features Krupp percussion technology, including
AutoControl, which allows the hammer to adapt its frequency and power output
to match operating conditions. The MB 1000 weighs 2,200 pounds and has a
hydraulic flow of up to 34 gallons per minute.
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Paving mat option
Stone Construction
Equipment has made an optional polyurethane paving mat available on two
of its reversible plate models, the RP522 and RP652. The mat attaches
quickly to the base place to seat pavers, flagstones, cobbles, and landscape
bricks without scratching or damaging the surface.
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Reprinted from Better Roads Magazine
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