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Roadbuilding
Terex Bid-Well adds barrier brackets, swing leg and universal hydraulic crown to 4800 paver
Paving contractors can now get closer to a barrier to get the job done with Terex Bid-Well’s addition of barrier brackets to its 4800 paver. These brackets also pick the rail off of the deck and assist with finishing and can be customized to fit over parapet wells. The swing legs that have been added […]
January 24, 2014
Construction Equipment
Making mud flow better, Putzmeister America debuts two new concrete pumps
A number of design enhancements and improvements went into the two new concrete boom pumps shown by Putzmeister at the World of Concrete this week. The 32Z-Meter truck mounted concrete boom pump weighs 3,250 pounds less than the previous 32 meter version. This allows for increased payload for auxiliary equipment, fuel and water. The new design […]
January 23, 2014
Construction Equipment
Minnich adds remote control to concrete doweling machine
By allowing the operator to stand at a distance from the work, the Minnich wireless remote control improves safety and performance when drilling concrete dowel holes. The operator can get away from the dust being generated and position himself for a better view of the work and out of the way of obstacles and hazards. […]
January 23, 2014
Construction Equipment
Topcon unveils the LN-100: world’s first 3D positioning solution designed for BIM and construction layout
If you’ve ever felt like a total station is more tool than you need or understand, Topcon has come up with the solution. The  LN-100, introduced yesterday at the World of Concrete is the world’s first 3D positioning solution designed specifically for BIM and construction layout. What Topcon did was take the basic functionality of […]
January 23, 2014
Construction Equipment
4-in-1 trolley from Husqvarna offers tools, power unit and remote control in one compact wheeled unit
Husqvarna’s new Prime product range, which debuted at the World of Concrete show this week, offers four concrete cutting products transported by one trolley carrier, and includes a high-frequency electric power source. “We think this will change the way concrete is cut,” says Mark Michaels with the company. “A large part of the job is […]
January 23, 2014
Construction Equipment
Doosan Portable Power intros P185 and C185 Tier 4 Final air compressors
Although the P185 and C185 air compressors look the same on the outside, the Tier 4 Final engine has meant significant changes inside,” says Russ Warner with Doosan Portable Power. In introducing what it claims are the industry’s first Tier 4 Final air compressors, Doosan opted to use a 49-horsepower Deutz D2.9 4L that requires […]
January 23, 2014
Roadbuilding
Caterpillar offers sneak peek at hydraulic coupler prototype during World of Concrete
Caterpillar spent some time with Better Roads at World of Concrete 2014 talking about the company’s new hydraulic tilting coupler, which is set for release this summer, according to Greg Worley, market development engineer for Cat. A prototype of the still-unnamed coupler was on display. The significant features of the new coupler are the following: […]
January 23, 2014
Construction Equipment
Knaack DataVault secures jobsite computers, monitors, other tech; could replace trailers on some jobs
A walk around the Werner booth at World of Concrete showcased a number of intriguing products and upgrades. First catching our attention was the Knaack Data Vault. “We found that general contractors were taking our tool cabinets and creating their own technology boxes,” says Rob Swelgin, channel marketing manager for Werner, which has the Knaack […]
January 22, 2014
Construction Equipment
Honda launches GXR120 engine designed for rammers
At World of Concrete in Las Vegas, Honda launched a new GXR120 general purpose engine designed specifically to power rammers. Offered as a second power option to the GX100 engine, the GXR120 has a displacement of 121 cc, enabling the engine to power 110- to 175-pound rammers.  The engine has a special cast-iron cylinder sleeve […]
January 22, 2014
Roadbuilding
IGGA: Agencies specifying diamond saw-cut textures to solve smoothness, noise and safety issues
As transportation authority specifiers place more emphasis on smoother, quieter and safer roadways and fewer construction delays, diamond saw cut textures are being used to reduce roughness, noise and friction of pavements, bridges and runways, John Roberts, executive director of the International Grooving and Grinding Association (IGGA), told editors during a World of Concrete 2014 […]
January 22, 2014
Roadbuilding
Honda showcases GXR120 Rammer engine at World of Concrete
At its World of Concrete booth, Honda Power Equipment is showcasing its GXR120 Rammer engine, which is designed for heavy-duty rammer applications. The GXR120 has a displacement of 121 cc and can power 110- to 175-pound rammers at various altitudes. Designed for durability, the engine features a cast-iron cylinder sleeve; high carbon-steel, dual-ball bearing crankshaft; […]
January 22, 2014
Construction Equipment
Bosch shows off a battery heated jacket that charges your cell phone as well as new RH540 rotary hammer and new vacuums at World of Concrete
Who couldn’t use a jacket that heats you up and charges your phone? Bosch now offers a battery heated jacket, the PSJ120 12 V Max Heated Jacket, with three quick-warming core heat zones, two in the chest and one in the back. The heat starts in minutes and can keep you toasty up to six […]
January 22, 2014
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