Construction Equipment articles from August 2006

Construction Equipment archives from August 2006

New Asphalts Ache for Pneumatic Rollers.
August 1, 2006... By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Rubber tires knead challenging Superpave mixes and thin lifts into mats that meet tough compaction specs Today's asphalt mixes and road designs are conspiring to make something of a hero out of the...

Buying File Gallery.
August 1, 2006... By Staff Bomag Larry Stewart Two Big New Hydrostats With the introduction of the BW24RH (99 horsepower, 52,911 pounds fully ballasted) and the BW27RH (131 horsepower, 59,525 pounds) early in 2006, Bomag shifted its larger...

Maintainability Excels with E Series.
August 1, 2006... By Rod Sutton, Editor in Chief Case wheel loaders tout serviceability enhancements, increased material retention and operator comfort Case unveiled the first in its new E Series wheel loaders at its Tomahawk, Wis., facility in June....

Cummins Powers World's Strongest Skid-Steer.
August 1, 2006... By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Increased torque and rated load keep Gehl's 7810E skid-steer on top When you need a skid-steer loader and size really does matter, there's nothing bigger than Gehl's 7810E. The change of engines to a...

Buyer's Source Book.
August 1, 2006... Rod Sutton, Editor in Chief Twenty years ago, Construction Equipment launched a new directory of machine specifications called Construction Equipment 's Specifications Guide. We moved it online when we launched our website about 10 years...

Focus on Functions to Improve Performance.
August 1, 2006... By Mike Vorster, Contributing Editor Machine management is a multi-tiered role. Applying expertise to each individual aspect can ensure optimum execution Last month, we described six functions (illustrated as a hexagon) that must be...

Sage Oil Vac.
August 1, 2006... by Staff From Sage Oil Vac, the Professional Series model 21120 with remote operation features four 60-gallon new fluid tanks and one 120-gallon used fluid tank. The evacuations process moves used oil or fluid into an enclosed Oil Vac...

Bobcat.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Available in two digging-depth versions, 4-foot and 5-foot, the new Bobcat LT414 trencher attachment will accept hydraulic flows ranging from 26 to 40 gpm. The new attachment provides hydraulic side-shift and a large-diameter...

Bobcat.
August 1, 2006... by Staff A new line of Brushcat rotary cutters from Bobcat includes five models with varying hydraulic-flow requirements to accommodate loaders with flows ranging from 15 to 37 gpm. According to Bobcat, these new rotary cutters can mulch...

Compact Power.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Compact Power has just introduced its model 526DX Boxer mini-skid loader, which is diesel-powered (a 26.1-horsepower, liquid-cooled Perkins) and features a rubber-track undercarriage that can retract from 43.5 to 35 inches. With a...

Bomag.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Bomag BM1000/30 and BM1300/30 cold planer milling machines have centrally mounted cutting drums for milling next to walls, curbs and other obstructions. Standard cutting width is 39.6 inches and 51.4 inches respectively, and both...

Bobcat.
August 1, 2006... by Staff According to Bobcat, the new 329 is aimed at the contractor looking for an "entry-level" compact excavator with conventional tail swing. This new machine has a maximum digging depth of 10 feet 2 inches and a maximum reach of 16...

Bobcat.
August 1, 2006... by Staff The new four-wheel-drive Bobcat 2300 utility vehicle can be equipped with the company's RapidLink attachment system, which is hydraulically actuated and can accommodate a bucket, mower, pallet forks, snow blade and whisker push...

Caterpillar.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Caterpillar's 2007 truck engine lineup will include a vocational version of its C13 that will cover applications now handled by the C11, which will be dropped. The new C13 will have ratings from 305 to 370 horsepower and 1,050 to...

Superior Signals.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Safe-T-Lock programmable code switch prevents unauthorized use of machinery. Superior Signals STL1000 allows up 99 different users to be input for tracking machine usage. If an accident or damage occurs, the last operator is...

Bobcat.
August 1, 2006... by Staff The new Bobcat HB1180 hydraulic breaker, says the company, meets the 750-ft.-lb. impact energy class and is approved for use on Bobcat skid-steer loaders (models S220 through S300), compact track loaders (T250 through T300), the...

Equipment Resources.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Equipment Resources builds a grader attachment that is designed to connect to any "major brand" of skid-steer loader. According to the company, the grader attaches to the host machine in just five minutes after the initial setup....

Link It Software.
August 1, 2006... by Staff EZ Maintenance Web provides alerts to pagers, PDAs and cell phones. The web-based maintenance service from Link It Software tracks and schedules preventive maintenance and controls equipment inventory. Other features include...

Trimble.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Trimble Sprectra Precision TS505 mechanical total station provides one-person operation without a prism. Portable layout and measurement tool is designed for layout of control line, offset points, excavation lines, foundations,...

Ground Heaters.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Ground Heaters Dryvex R110 and R55 commercial dehumidifiers use refrigerants to pull moisture out of the air as it passes across the evaporator coil. R110 pulls 471 cfm and has a capacity of up to 229 pints per day at 90-percent...

Genesis.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Genesis GXP 660 MAXX and GXP 990 MAXX shears are billed as providing power generally found in a shear one to two sizes larger. The shears are designed for use on excavators in 70,000-pound class and 100,000-pound class,...

Hotsy.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Hotsy's HWE series hot-water pressure washers run entirely on electricity. Water heats in a stainless steel coil, which lies in a tank of water solution for instant hot water when the washer is plugged in. With no noise or fumes,...

National Attachments.
August 1, 2006... by Staff The Mobile Integrated Screening Unit (MISU) from National Attachments is ideal for onsite material handling, screening, mixing and crushing applications. The Spinning Rotor System pushes smaller particles through and holds back...

Travis.
August 1, 2006... by Staff The Travis Mule horizontal-discharge asphalt trailer features a dual-walled, smooth-sided aluminum design. Reciprocating floor slats unload asphalt at a rate that can be controlled at the back of the trailer or inside the cab of...

Ascorel.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Ascorel offers the MC 382 and MC 402 weighing systems for wheel loaders. The display unit is water, dust and vibration resistant with a larger screen dimension than preceding MC 380 and MC 400 models. MC 382 can store ten...

Parker.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Designed as a universal one-wire hose for global requirements, Parker's 422/421 Worldwide hose offers higher working pressures than the existing Parker 421 hose. The nitrile inner tube provides greater fluid compatibility across a...

Leica.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Disto A6 handheld laser distance-measuring tool features Bluetooth technology for wireless transfer of data to a pocket PC or laptop. Leica provides software that allows the data to be exported to programs like Excel, Word and...

Clement.
August 1, 2006... by Staff Clement JobStar Western Train offers extra production for western markets. The double trailer train has a 40-foot tri-axle lead trailer followed by a 24-foot "pup" trailer, hauling 20 and 14 cubic yards, respectively. The trailer...

Terex Mixer Shows Concept's Advantages.
August 1, 2006... By Tom Berg, Truck Editor Good visibility, decent maneuverability, and an Allison automatic make this front-discharge chassis easy to drive, but are also important to its delivery role Front-discharge concrete mixers have been around...

Giant Crawler Tractor.
August 1, 2006... By Keith Haddock, Contributing Editor Allis-Chalmers' record-beating HD-41 bulldozer took seven years to bring into production after its launch at the 1963 Chicago Road Show Allis-Chalmers gave at-tendees a taste of things to come at...

Bobcat.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor V638 VersaHandler from Bobcat moves and places materials as high as three stories. It has a maximum load capacity of 6,700 pounds and a three-stage boom with a maximum lift height of 38 feet 11 inches....

Liebherr.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor The A 954 C, which replaces its B-Series counterpart, uses a new Tier-3 engine, carries more weight and has increased lifting power. It has a massive undercarriage that is wider, longer and heavier --...

Sennebogen.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor 821 Series is available as a wheeled model (821M) or a crawler model (821R). Operating weights are 54,000 and 51,600 pounds, respectively. According to Sennebogen, the models are "equipped with one large...

Hitachi.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Zaxis Dash Three excavators feature redesigned cabs that boast more legroom and visibility. The series includes ZX240LC-3, ZX270LC-3, ZX350LC-3, ZX450LC-3, ZX650LC-3 and ZX850LC-3. Enhancements include Tier...

Case.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor With an operating weight of 153,400 pounds, the CX700 excavator digs to 31 feet 11 inches and reaches 46 feet 11 inches at ground line. It is powered by a 425-hp (net), Tier-3 Isuzu engine. Equipped with...

Titan.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor If you need to haul more per load, or if you need to haul two different loads with the same truck to different destinations without unhooking, the new Walk-Through B-Train Aluminum Live-Floor trailer may...

Sennebogen.
August 1, 2006... By KATIE WEILER, Managing Editor The 305 Multihandler Series-C is billed as the first telehandler with a hydraulically actuated high-rise cab (with an eye-level height of 13.3 feet) and the capability to attain a lifting height of 24 feet....

Vermeer.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor The BC1400TX brush chipper is Vermeer's first with a track undercarriage. Options for the undercarriage include a rubber-over-steel version or steel triple-grouser tracks. The 122-hp machine processes wood...

Compact Power.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Five trailer packages are available for the company's mini-skid loaders, including Boxer, Brute and Kanga lines. The trailers are designed to house a variety of attachments (up to 10), while leaving ample...

Peterbilt.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Peterbilt has redesigned its heavy-duty vocational trucks with a larger cooling package for 2007 diesels, and renamed them. The 357 and 378 will be replaced by the 365 (left) and 367, both available with...

Diamond Z.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor DZT 8000 tub grinder has a short, compact design for onsite mobility and stability. A one-piece frame houses a 60-inch hammermill for capacities up to 100 tph for stumps, logs or pallets; and 95 tph for...

Case.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor E Series wheel loaders allow operators to match power and fuel economy through a choice of three power curves and four work modes. Three models were introduced: 721E, 721E/XT and 821E. They have Tier III...

Terex.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Four new motor graders range from 25,353 to 46,297 pounds and are available in tandem and all-wheel drive. Models TG110, TG150, TG 190 and TG210 have blade geometry that allows 90-degree positioning on...

Komatsu.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor WA500-6 and WA360-6 wheel loaders feature components engineered by Komatsu, including engine, torque converter, transmission, hydraulic units and electric parts. Operating weight is between 71,585 and 74,010...

Putzmeister.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor The BSF 61-Meter has the smallest outrigger footprint in its class thanks to its standard OSS (One-Sided Support) outrigger system. When activated, the unit can operate in a working envelope that requires...

Extec Screen & Crushers.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Three new crushers include the C12+ Tracked Jaw Crusher, I-C13 Tracked Impact Crusher and X44-SBS Tracked Cone Crusher. The C12+ features a Cat ACERT engine, extended tail conveyor, Vogel central greasing...

JCB.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor JCB first introduced it "Auto" range of hydraulic excavators in 2003 and is now expanding this lineup with five new crawler models. Included in this recent launch are models JS330Auto, JS190 Auto, JS145...

Caterpillar.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Powered by the C7 ACERT engine, the 525C, 535C and 545C wheel skidders replace B-Series models. Redesigned grapples feature a strong box-section design and higher clamping forces for faster log loading and...

JCB.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Models 8040ZTS and 8045ZTS, both with zero-tail swing, weigh in at 9,480 and 10,472 pounds, respectively. The machines use a 46-hp, Tier-2-compliant diesel engine and provide digging depths of 10 feet 11.5...

Schwing America.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Truck-mounted KVM 39X concrete pump with Generation 2 detachable boom has a new boom design that offers lighter picking weight and faster mounting for jobs requiring a separate placing boom. Generation 2...

Iowa Mold Tooling.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor A new line of electric telescopic cranes are designed for lighter lifting applications. Models 2003i, 3203i, 4004i and 6006i range in capacity from 2,000 to 6,000 pounds and can be mounted on the company's...

Bomag.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor Two pneumatic-tire compactors, the 99-hp BW24RH and the 131-hp BW27RH, replace model BW24R. They feature hydrostatic drive and two-point pivot steering, providing seamless speeds up to 12 mph. Pivot-steer...

John Deere.
August 1, 2006... By Katie Weiler, Managing Editor The 27D excavator, with standard operating weight of 6,400 pounds, incorporates numerous features that enhance its production capability. Among those features are increased operating speed (cycle times are...

Don't Blink Your Eyes!
August 1, 2006... Staff If you do, you'll probably miss seeing the DIESELMAX, a sleek, 29-foot-long, 3-ton "diesel streamliner," with which JCB will attempt to break the "FIA, class-10, supercharged diesel streamliner" record, which now stands at 235.756...

Top 10 Countries for U.S. Exports (Exports, in $ millions).
August 1, 2006... Staff Exports of American-made machinery totaled $12 billion last year, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. Exports to Asia rose 33 percent; Europe and Canada each increased by 35 percent; and Latin America rose 51...

Volvo Launches Telematic Tool.
August 1, 2006... Staff After testing on several continents, Volvo unveiled the first iteration of its telematic, remote-machine management system. CareTrack exchanges information over a wireless network to monitor machines in the field. It will use a...

Sell on eBay Like a Pro.
August 1, 2006... Staff "Titanium eBay" is a new book written by eBay PowerSeller (since 1999), Skip McGrath, to help transform sellers into eBay entrepreneurs. McGrath is author of seven books on eBay and web marketing. In Titanium eBay, he shares his...

Condition-Based-Maintenance Tips.
August 1, 2006... Joe Doremire In reviewing your April 2006 Editorial on page 11 and the Prevention Illustrated article from January 2006, I found that I concur with nearly everything written. However, there were a couple of important points left out of...

Missed a Decimal.
August 1, 2006... The Editors In "Great Managers" [June, page 70], we inaccurately cited Red Mountain's machine availability calculations. Last year's fall down rate was actually 0.3 percent. We regret the error.

Online Equipment Specs Are Updated Monthly.
August 1, 2006... Staff Manufacturers update machine specifications on a regular basis. To stay current, equipment managers can turn to ConstructionEquipment.com for the most accurate and up-to-date specifications, powered by Spec Check. Each month,...

Status and Forecast.
August 1, 2006... By Jim Haughey, Director of Economics Public Construction Spending Jim Haughey Spending expanded at a 12-percent pace in the first half of 2006; private construction spending fell in April and May, and homebuilding declined. This...

Allied Construction Products.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor Hammerhead II Model HB 550 is a self-contained, hydraulic, "concrete-slab buster" designed to "rubblize" concrete flatwork up to 12 inches thick on driveways, bridge decks and roadways....

OEM Controls.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor New modules work with Service Tracker module. Tracking module collects jobsite information such as equipment hours and fuel usage. Capture module is a PDA that accepts bar code or infrared...

Karcher.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor Three models feature a cleaning range of 2 to 3.5 gpm. All have a rugged steel chassis and cage painted with an epoxy powder-coat finish for all-weather protection. As with other Karcher...

Kaeser.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor M26 Mobilair portable compressor has reduced noise levels while delivering up to 90 cfm at 100 psig. Standard are the Sigma Profile airend, Kubota diesel engine, and patent-pending anti-frost...

Leica.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor GradeSmart 3D V 5.2 for dozers and graders is intended to improve the product's ease of use. Formerly known as GradeStar, GradeSmart features SiteSmart software, which streamlines the...

Atlas Copco.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor With a service weight of 1,210 pounds, the PB 530 Penta Series breaker is designed for skid-steers, backhoes and mini-excavators in the 9- to 15-metric-ton weight class. It has an impact rate...

Atlas Copco.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor SB hydraulic breaker attachments work in confined spaces and, says Atlas Copco, hit harder and faster than predecessor models. New in the line are the 183-pound SB 100 and 275-pound SB 150 for...

Putzmeister.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor The Water Technology Division of Putzmeister has introduced its new Dynajet 170 Series High Pressure Cleaner, which is designed for a range of applications from paint stripping and rust...

Shell.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor Shell Rotella T meets API CJ-4 standards, as well as several OEM requirements, for 2007 diesel engine motor oil. The oil also provides benefits for engines built prior to '07, says Shell....

Parker Hannifin.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor Parker's all-brass permanent 25 Series Crimp Fittings work with the company's 271 Air Brake Hose. The combination is ideal for tractor-to-trailer lines, axle chamber lines and tractor service...

Kenco.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor Pipe Lift provides hands-free movement of pipe in a range of widths. No hydraulics are needed. The weight of the pipe causes the lifter to grip the load. The attachment's narrow profile is...

Michelin.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor The X-Crane AT tire for self-propelled all-terrain cranes features rubber compounds that give the tires better rolling resistance, says Michelin. When compared to its predecessor, the XGC, the...

Baldwin.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor PureForce hydraulic filtration line includes filters, bases and indicators. Filters offer high ratings in burst and impulse tests and are designed for use with Baldwin die cast aluminum bases....

J.W. Speaker.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor Model 265 LED lamp combines stop, tail, turn and back-up functions in a low-profile design. It is sealed when mounted to resist the elements and conforms to ECE and SAE standards. The lamp...

Atlas Copco.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor At the jaw tip, the CC 1700 demolition attachment exerts a cutting force of 220 tons. It uses a single-pin, jaw-retention design that improves visibility, trims tool weight and reduces the...

Trimble.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor GCS600 is an entry-level product designed to provide a grade-control solution for elevation and slope applications. It is easy to install, set up and use on excavators with standard buckets or...

Dieselcraft.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor The two-stage fuel-purification system removes large solids and water and reduces asphaltene-particle size. The high fuel-return rate of most diesel engines allows continual fuel filtering....

The Electrical Schematic Is Your Friend.
August 1, 2006... By Dan Sullivan, Mechanic, Teacher/Author and Electrical Troubleshooter Or...how to read truck and machine electrical schematics competently, even though others may accuse you of wasting time If there's one thing mechanics hate more...

Reformulated Motor Oil for '07 Diesels.
August 1, 2006... By Heather Burlingame, Senior Production Editor Shell's Rotella T transitions from CI-4 Plus to CJ-4 As ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel enters the pipelines, Shell announces its latest motor oil for heavy-duty diesel engines. Rotella...

Volvo.
August 1, 2006... By Walt Moore, Senior Editor The Volvo range of compact excavators has a mix of types. Seven "standard" models range in operating weight from 3,882 to 11,750 pounds. The line also includes four short-swing-radius models, ranging in weight...

John Deere.
August 1, 2006... By Walt Moore, Senior Editor Compared to its C-Series predecessor, the new 27D hydraulic excavator, with an operating weight of 6,400 pounds, features cycle times as much as 18 percent faster, 50 percent more drawbar pull, and automatic...

New Holland.
August 1, 2006... By Walt Moore, Senior Editor Five compact-excavator models range in horsepower from 11.9 to 40.8, and in operating weight from 3,240 to 10,275 pounds. These units are equipped with water-cooled Yanmar engines and use two...

Thomas.
August 1, 2006... By Walt Moore, Senior Editor Thomas' six-model range of compact excavators has operating weights from 3,236 to 16,425 pounds and horsepower ratings from 17 to 59. The top-of-the-line model 75 features pilot-operated control levers, a...