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New Komatsu PW98MR-11 Wheeled Midi Excavator Unveiled Komatsu has unveiled its latest generation PW98MR-11 tight-tail wheeled midi excavator, first versions of which are now available to order.
0.282 m3 bucket capacity, class leading compact size and what Komatsu calls its ‘unrivalled lifting performance’.
Bridging the gap between compact and construction-sized machines, it is aimed firmly at those working in the utilities sector and in confined space applications such as narrow alleys, road construction sites and sewer construction work.
A swing boom design makes it attractive for digging parallel to buildings or barriers, while a protected two piece boom cylinder allows for safer truck loading operation. A standard 100% differential lock on both axles provides direct traction and enhanced jobsite mobility when working on slippery and uneven surfaces.
Said by Komatsu distributor in Ireland, McHale Plant Sales of Rathcoole and Birdhill, to offer improved efficiency, operator comfort and fuel consumption compared to the ‘Dash 10’ model it replaces, other key features of the 10-tonnes unit are its
With no need for a complex SCR aftertreatment system, and no AdBlue refilling, the PW98MR-11 is a machine which McHale Plant Sales director, John O’Brien says will enable clients to ‘future proof their investment’.
With its EU Stage 5 compliant engine, it will appeal to emissions-sensitive customers wishing to demonstrate their environmental credentials when pitching for projects in crowded, built-up urban locations.
Further Enhancements to Mastenbroek’s CT12 Crawler Truck option to have a 360-degree surround camera view.
Mastenbroek recently showcased the latest version of its CT12 crawler truck; the 2022 model features several enhancements designed to make life easier for drainage contractors and operators working on pipeline and renewable energy projects. Mastenbroek has incorporated a larger, full-width, tipping hopper which reduces spillages when loading. The hopper is fully visible when the operator cabin is raised to its highest position and its variable speed conveyor provides a free flow discharge for aggregates of varying viscosity. As well as allowing the operator to place materials into trenches accurately, the hopper means the CT12 can be used as a dump truck to,
Mastenbroek has now mounted the hydraulic oil cooler independently to the engine radiator, with both have opening grills for easy access and cleaning.
for example, haul aggregate along pipeline rights of way. At the front of the CT12, Mastenbroek’s variable height, variable speed, 180-degree swing conveyor makes it easy for the operator to place backfill material directly into a trench or the hopper mounted on the trencher. A critical part of Mastenbroek’s design upgrade is operator
and service engineer access to the machine. A new frontmounted ladder provides easy access to radiator levels, with side-mounted wide-opening doors facilitating access to the CT12’s 248hp Volvo Penta D8 eight litre six-cylinder Stage 5 emission engine. Inside the ROPs and FOPs certified cabin, the layout of the operator controls have been improved, and there is now the
Mid-West Welcome for Government Housing Plan Leading Mid-West construction equipment distributor – Michael McHale, Chairman of McHale Plant Sales of Birdhill and Rathcoole – has added his voice to that of the Irish Plant Contractors Association, in welcoming the Dublin Government’s
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“The CT12 has been popular with agricultural drainage contractors for a long time. Over recent years we have seen more and more construction companies in the pipeline and renewable cable industries adopt the machine,” says Christopher Pett, Mastenbroek’s general manager. “With these latest improvements, which are based on customer feedback and our insights, we are aiming to increase the appeal of the CT12 still further.”
“The fear expressed by some commentators that skilled manpower shortages might be a constraint in bringing the plan to full fruition within the time period is one that the plant sector can help alleviate by the labour-
€4 billion annual plan to boost house construction over the next five years.
saving and productivity benefits that latest
Citing it as a ‘blue print’, from which providers to the sector can make their own plans and projections, proof that it will have a beneficial impact on the plant sector are already evident, Michael McHale said.
“This is especially true in the provision
technology and mechanisation can bring. of groundworks, site preparation and site services, and in the on-site handling of materials.”
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