Caterpillar is offering revamped asphalt compactors
Caterpillar aims to boost its market share with the launch of its new high performance tandem asphalt rollers. Key upgrades include redesigned cabs new controls and improved diagnostics capabilities...
View ArticleKomatsu is introducing its heavy duty PC490 Dash 10 excavator
The latest addition to Komatsu's heavy duty crawler excavator range is the PC490, one of the new line-up of Dash 10 generation machines being introduced. The operator comfort and controls have been...
View ArticleTerex Finlay shows new 863 tracked mobile heavy duty screener
The new Terex Finlay 863 screener, being shown at INTERMAT 2012, is said to be a highly versatile and adaptable machine engineered and built for working in quarrying, mining, construction and...
View ArticleCaterpillar is offering a new compact paver in the shape of the AP255E
Caterpillar Paving's new AP255E is the smallest paver in the range. With a single operator, the compact AP255E meets all requirements for small and medium sized jobsites in urban centres such as...
View ArticleVolvo launches D-series wheeled excavators at INTERMAT
Greater fuel efficiency, improved digging performance and revised styling are among the changes to be found on Volvo's latest D-series wheeled excavators. The four-model EW range spans 14-21tonnes and...
View ArticleINTERMAT launch for Case short radius excavators
Two new short radius excavators are being introduced by Case Construction Equipment at INTERMAT. The Japanese-built CX235C SR and a prototype CX145C SR use low emission Isuzu engines with cooled EGR...
View ArticleBomag flex road build muscle
The MPH 125 soil stabiliser/recycler with innovative Flexmix technology is being launched by Bomag at Intermat. The German company says increasing requirements in soil engineering are requiring maximum...
View ArticleChinese Firm Zoomlion is launching its new crane featuring German Technology...
The first firm example of Chinese-European shared crane expertise is being unveiled today by Zoomlion. The Hunan-based manufacturer acquired technology from German-firm JOST and as a result is offering...
View ArticleDynapac shows new-generation CA rollers at INTERMAT 2012
Dynapac's new fifth generation CA single drum vibratory rollers are the first of their type with cross-mounted engines and they can run using a mix of biodiesel and diesel.
View ArticleHyundai is launching a top of the range 120tonner
Hyundai is introducing a new top end excavator in the 100tonne-plus sector. The company says this endorses its commitment to large-scale investment in developing new products and new market...
View ArticleMichelin launches ADT tyre at INTERMAT
Following the success of its XADN tyre for articulated dump trucks, Michelin has further enhanced the tyre's construction to include better sidewall protection against damage from rocks and foreign...
View ArticleShantui's raging bulldozer
Shantui's SD16 bulldozer, which qualified for CE importation three years ago, is said to be an all-purpose dozer that comes straight out of the factory in any one of numerous configurations depending...
View ArticleBell Equipment unveils its 'evolutionary' E-series ADT
South African articulated dump truck manufacturer Bell Equipment unveiled a new generation of ADTs at INTERMAT yesterday. The new E-series E is for evolutionary boasts a wider hood and a more imposing...
View ArticleMakina impression at INTERMAT
Turkish construction machine manufacturer Cukurova Makina (CK) is keen to make a French connection at INTERMAT. We do not have a dealer in France and are trying to enter the market here, said Veli...
View ArticleDynapac is offering paving controls from Leica Geosystems
Dynapac is now offering the PaveSmart 3D package from Leica Geosystems as part of a system alongside the Dynapac PaveManager v1.0 levelling system. The sophisticated PaveSmart 3D machine control system...
View ArticleFayat launches COMPACT asphalt plant in series of world firsts at INTERMAT
Fayat's new COMPACT asphalt mixing plant creates a continuous flow of multipurpose product, including cold, warm and hot mix. The new plant ensures optimum energy management when mixing aggregates...
View ArticleGomaco 4400 slipform paves the way
Gomaco's new 4400 slipform paver could help the company cash in on new European Union CE certification for highway safety barriers. The 4400 makes Gomaco one of only a handful of manufacturers with...
View ArticleLiuGong unveils plans to increase production at European factory
Chinese construction equipment manufacturer LiuGong Machinery Corporation plans to increase production in Europe following the completion in February of its acquisition of Polish company HSW (Huta...
View ArticleDoosan unveils 14tonne wheeled excavator at INTERMAT
Doosan unveiled a new Stage IIIB-compliant DX140W-3 wheeled excavator on the opening day of INTERMAT. The 14-16tonne machine's 101kW DL06K 6-cylinder common rail diesel engine is fitted with exhaust...
View ArticleShantui adds to European fork lift line-up
Shantui has continued to expand its European CE-marked equipment line with the introduction of the SF30 fork lift. With a 3tonne lift capacity, the SF30 has an operating weight of 4.5tonnes. Power is...
View ArticleGuntert and Zimmerman slipform paver lands in Europe
Guntert & Zimmerman (G&Z) has launched the new S600 multi-purpose concrete slipform paver at INTERMAT. According to company spokesperson David Lipari, the S600 is designed to address the...
View ArticleXCMG in acquisition mode
XCMG is believed to be in advanced negotiations over the purchase of major concrete machinery manufacturer Schwing as part of its ambitious plans to break into the top three companies for construction...
View ArticleZoomlion looks to expand its operations through organic growth and acquisitions
Zoomlion is set to grow its operations as Helen Huang, general manager for the firm's construction hoist machinery branch explained. The firm intends capitalise on its purchase of the tower crane...
View ArticleHybrid excavator offers 20% fuel saving and cut in CO2
Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) is evaluating demand for its ZH200 Hybrid excavator in Europe. The 20 tonne excavator, which is already sold in Japan, uses a hydraulic/electric swing motor to...
View ArticleJCB is boosting range of asphalt rollers with compact models
JCB is broadening its range of asphalt compactors with the addition of the VMT380 and VMT430 models. These are said to offer high operator visibility, comfort, safety and performance in comparison with...
View ArticleIntermat's Middle Eastern opportunity
More than 200 companies are preparing to take part in INTERMAT Middle East being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from October 8-10 2012. Guy Woodford spoke to the ambassador of the UAE...
View ArticleTopcon's swift solution for road surface data
Topcon's RTP-300 machine, launched at INTERMAT, is no slouch in providing fast and exact road surface data for construction companies and highway authority consultants. What is typically used is a car...
View ArticleHyundai aims to be in top three of construction equipment manufacturers
Hyundai Heavy Industries has ambitious plans to grow from a US$3.7 billion a year business to more than $9.5 billion by 2016. At the worldwide launch of its new flagship R1200-9 (120tonne-class)...
View ArticleVolvo's new pavers have perkier performance
The latest tracked asphalt pavers from Volvo Construction Equipment get independent travel drives and electronic traction control to help maintain productivity on slopes and around corners. The P8820C...
View ArticleNew 40tonne ADT from Komatsu draws crowds at INTERMAT
The new HM400-3 articulated dump truck (ADT) from Komatsu can carry a full 40 tonnes and features a host of new technology in the drivetrain and in the cab. Its 353kW engine is fitted with a diesel...
View ArticleXGMA looks to increase sales outside China
The XGMA Machinery Company, based on the tourist island of Xiamen in southern China, is planning to expand its operations worldwide. Founded in 1951, the company produced its first wheeled loader in...
View ArticleCNH boss takes on lightweight claims
Look around our stand at INTERMAT and you'll see what we can do for the quarrying machine sector that was the challenge from new CNH Construction Equipment president Mario Gasparri. The former CNH...
View ArticleLiuGong Dressta's Polish-made dozers go on show
LiuGong Machinery Corporation is showing its line of dozers at INTERMAT. The three dozers are manufactured in the company's newly-acquired plant in Poland following the recent acquisition of HSW (Huta...
View ArticleScania and Doosan extend co-operation
Scania and the South Korean equipment manufacturer Doosan Infracore have agreed to further increase their current co-operation. According to a Letter of Intent, from 2014 Scania will not only supply...
View ArticleJohn Deere reveals SCR solution at INTERMAT
John Deere Power Systems unveiled its solution for EU Stage IV emissions regulations at INTERMAT. It saw the company introduce an SCR catalyst and diesel exhaust fluid dosing unit to its Stage IIIb...
View ArticleZF shows cPower for wheeled loaders at INTERMAT
ZF Transmissions used INTERMAT to reveal its cPower continuously variable transmission (CVT) for wheeled loaders up to 210kW. Using experience gained in the agricultural tractor sector, where CVTs have...
View ArticleNew heavy duty screener from Terex Finlay
The new Terex Finlay 863 is a highly versatile and adaptable machine engineered and built to operate in sites where space is at a premium. Designed specifically for quarrying, mining, construction and...
View ArticleINTERMAT launch for two more Cat mini excavators
Additions to Cat's mini excavator range at INTERMAT include the 301.7D and 302.4D. With operating weights of 1.8 and 2.4tonnes respectively, the two new machines will replace the UK-built 301.8C and...
View ArticleHyundai launches Dash 9A wheeled loaders at INTERMAT
Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe (HHIE) used INTERMAT to start the roll-out of its Dash 9A wheeled loaders. First up are the HL760, HL770 and HL780 models, which get Cummins QSB Stage IIIb engines with...
View ArticleCast iron auction sales with IronPlanet
Online auction firm IronPlanet (IP) is a business with a truly global marketplace. It generated more than €450 million in 2011 via its worldwide used construction equipment sales. Being pro-active is...
View ArticleZoomlion finds buyers for both cranes brought to INTERMAT
Zoomlion is celebrating a successful visit to INTERMAT after selling both the tower crane and the crawler crane that it brought to the show. The T320-16 tower crane has been sold to Germany rental...
View ArticleSandvik Construction is to reintroduce the Rammer-branded hydraulic hammers...
Rammer, which has remained a recognised name in hydraulic hammers and attachments although it was withdrawn in 2007, is set to make a return as Sandvik Construction announces a multi-brand strategy....
View ArticleHigher power cutter crushers from Labounty
Attachments specialist Labounty has introduced two new cutter crushers, said to be the most powerful in their class. The MDP 20R can be mounted to the dipper of a 25tonne machine or to the boom of an...
View ArticleThink global act local: Terex expands global operations
Terex boss Ron DeFoe has spoken about the company's expanded global strategy and confirmed his thoughts about the threat represented by Chinese manufacturers. This year has started well for the Terex...
View ArticleGetting a kick out of conversions
Vehicle conversion specialist Procar is displaying a range of products. A welfare vehicle, based on a Citroen Relay, has a cooking and dining area and lockable drying facilities to the rear, while a...
View ArticleIdeal Controls for road paving materials testing
Italian firm Controls has put all its long-standing knowledge of road paving material testing into Dynapave, launched this week at INTERMAT. The Dynapave testing system includes the 78-B7030 model,...
View ArticleINTERMAT launch for Komatsu wheeled loaders
Komatsu used INTERMAT to take the wraps off two new Dash 7 wheeled loaders, badged WA380-7 and WA500-7. With engine emissions being the main driver, the smaller 18-tonne WA380-7 packs 142kW from its EU...
View ArticleSunward is pushing hard to develop its profile in Europe
Sunward is keen to further develop its dealership coverage within Europe, which the firm sees as being crucial to increasing its sales. The company is already present in the European market and is...
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